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For narrow webs

The NWI Narrow Web Indicator, a cantilevered idler roller, tension transducer and digital LED tension display, is combined in one unit. The NWI is for monitoring process tension on narrow-web printing presses and converting machinery. The base of the NWI roll bolts onto the cantilevered frame of a press at a desired point in the web path and reads actual tension on the LED meter at the roll end.

Dover Flexo Electronics, 603/332-6150, fax: 603/332-3758, www.dfe.com

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With ergonomic styling

The Elcometer 456 has full, menu-driven, graphics display for ease of use. Greater than 60 readings/min. gives fast results. Enhanced memory capability is included for data storage.

Paul N. Gardner Co., Inc., 800/762-2478, fax: 954/946-9309, www.gardco.com

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Protects electronics

A new mini Cabinet Cooler protects electronics from high external temperatures while maintaining sound levels of 60dBA at 3 ft. The compact air conditioner features internal muffling for quiet operation and an external sleeve for added insulation. It stands 5.2 in. and incorporates a vortex tube that cools ordinary compressed air to 20°F.

EXAIR Corp., 800/903-9247, fax: 513/671-3363, www.exair.com/340

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For CI-flexo presses

Introduced at the recent Converflex Europe fair, the new Axioma 8 Millennium CNC sleeve-changeover system is fully automatic, computerized and allows the operator to fully disengage it from the CI-flexo press to continuously run the machine in manual mode, if necessary. More than 1,000 job setups can be memorized, including the functions of unwinding/winding tension, tunnel and color temperature settings, longitudinal and transverse register positions and printing pressure. Register can be regulated when the press is not running, thus avoiding production waste. In demonstrations, the machine started new jobs with only 33 ft of film waste.

Bielloni Castello Spa, 39/039-24851, fax: 39/039-490124, www.bielloni.it

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For identical sputter results

The MULTIWEB sputter web coating system is for production of touch screens, flexible printed circuit boards, and anti-reflective and anti-reflective anti-static layers for monitors and flat TV screens. Both TWINMAG and TORAMAG cathode technologies are available to allow system configurations that correspond exactly to the customer requirements.

Applied Films Corp., 49/6023-92-6656, www.appliedfilms.com

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For high resolution

The DataTorque™ HS15 Encoder provides high-performance, high-resolution digital feedback in a small package, 1.5-in. in dia., and low profile, 0.87 in. It provides a bearing design that simplifies encoder attachment, resulting in longer service life.

Cleveland Motion Controls, 800/669-5112, fax: 888/295-5550, www.torquesystems.com

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Coming to K 2001

The Rotatable Tuning Feedblock has rotatable tuning pins that are adjustable on-the-fly. With the pins strategically located at the flow stream convergence point of each flow channel, multiple tuning profiles can be achieved on each channel. Rotating a different face of the pin into the exit channel varies the geometry of the exiting material simply and quickly.

Cloeren Inc., 409/ 882-7632, fax: 409/886-5570, www.cloeren.com

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In up to 21 colors

Illusion Flex is manufactured in Vinyl and Polycarbonate. It is available in 21 colors and up to four patterns. Some colors give the illusion of water flowing, ice melting or fire burning. The film comes on rolls 24-in. wide by 250 or 500 ft. lengths. Thickness is 0.015 in. It can be cold-formed, die-cut and heat-sealed.

Creative Environments, 954/456-8982, fax: 954/456-8982

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Safe for food packaging

A 2-part, 100 percent solids adhesive with no VOC can be run by flexo, gravure and 4-roll, 100 percent solids systems. Features include capability of running at room temperature at 1,000 fpm with no misting. With 48-hr. cure and easy clean-up, the adhesive has extreme chemical resistance, even to toluene.

AdLamCo, Inc., 717/845-7088, fax: 717/845-3270.

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Without fluorocarbon

New stain-resistant coated paper doesn't contain fluorocarbons. Whether customers are worried about fluorocarbons or need a specific grade of stain-resistant paper, the company can help.

Sterling Coated Rollstock, 888/764-4901, fax: 513/942-4901.

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For a line-shaft

The BD-Series of inline single-position jaw clutches are used when sections of a machine must be disengaged from the drive-train and later re-engaged while maintaining the original angular relationship. They are often used in a line-shaft, between printing units on an offset-printing press, and to disconnect sections on a finishing line.

Andantex Inc., 800/713-6170, fax: 732/493-2949, www.andantex.com

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For paper packaging

Aqualene 4343 is a water-based coating that is repulpable with good product resistance characteristics for a range of demanding paper packaging applications. The product produces a smooth, glossy, durable surface on paper and boards, while delivering flexibility for scoring folds.

ADM Tronics Unlimited, Inc., 201/767-0515, fax: 201/784-0620.

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Reduces ancillary part production

The new PMC-SB7 machine-tool interface is now available for the co.'s 16i, 18i and 21i TB/MB CNCs. Designed with a separate RISC processor, the PMC-SB7 offers a performance speed 2.5 times faster than previous interfaces, reducing ancillary part production time and machining time on the machine tool, and providing machine-tool builders and end users increased productivity.

GE Fanuc Automation North America, Inc., 800/648-2001, fax: 610/437-5212, www.gefanuc.com

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For fluids

Masterflex® Batch/Transfer tubing pumps move viscous, shear-sensitive or abrasive fluids at flow rates up to 720 GPH with maximum pressure of 1.4 bar and suction lift up to 8.8 m. Fixed, variable and reversible flow drives combine with the co.'s Rapid Load™ pump head for fast tubing changes.

Barnant Co., 800/637-3739, fax: 847/381-7053, www.barnant.com

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For rotary motion control

The Front End Brake line of stepper/servo motor brakes come in two sizes, NEMA 23 and 34. The FEB is a failsafe or power-off brake, designed to be mounted on the front end of stepper or servo motors as an added safety feature or for holding the load in place.

Electroid Co., 973/467-8100, fax: 973/467-5656, www.electroid.com

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With serial communication

Two new Serial Bus Protocol Converters deliver comprehensive guiding information using ControlNet or DeviceNet serial communication. Guiding equipment can be used from one centrally located panel through an existing network. Less wiring and PC configuration result in faster setups and increased productivity.

Fife Corp., 800/639-3433, fax: 405/755-8425, www.maxcessintl.com/fife

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For ink transfer

The Perfect Dot Blanket is now a standard offering available exclusively through the co. It offers printers optimal ink transfer, excellent dot reproduction and guarantee of superior quality on screens and solids. It also has guaranteed gauge consistency, a fine grind surface face and an additional fabric layer for increased durability.

Heidelberg, 800/437-7388, www.heidelberg.com

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For coatings

The PLC LithoCoat™ Circulator can singularly run aqueous, UV, metallics and other specialty coatings. Automated for consistency and ease of use, the push of a button distributes coating, heated wash water and/or solvent for each job and takes 5 min. to wash all coating components used throughout the coating cycle.

Harris & Bruno Machine Co., 916/781-7676, fax: 916/781-3645.

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Meet or exceed CEE efficiencies

The co.'s full-range of three-phase WATTSAVER® motors, from 1 to 125 HP, now meet or exceed CEE efficiency levels. The motors also feature the IRIS™ insulation system that provides extra protection against voltage spikes induced by variable frequency drives. The system includes specially formed phase insulation, cushioned and sleeved connections, deep-penetrating varnish and special spike-resistant magnet wire.

Leeson Electric, 262/387-5239.

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For stop-action & slow-motion

The Linear Stroboscope Self-Contained machine is for stop-action and slow-motion inspection of linear/rotating/reciprocating action. It is a Xenon Strobelight in a rugged, yet lightweight, all steel housing. The AC power 115 or 230 V allows installation in virtually any application. Light output is 18 watts.

Monarch Instrument, 800/999-3390, fax: 603/886-3300, www.monarchinstrument.com

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For capacity & standard pocket

The Prospekt folder-gluer for capacity and standard pocket folders has quick changeovers, requiring no special tools. A touch-screen panel controls speed, counter and other folder functions. Standard equipment includes a side register section for accurate blank squaring.

Matik North America, 860/232-2323, fax: 860/233-0162, www.matik.com

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For customized polymer packaging

Enhance brand identity and point-of-purchase appeal for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products using new six-color offset printing technology. Using state-of-the-art computer-aided design systems, the company will customize printing to enhance polymer packaging and streamline production by eliminating paper labels.

Süd-Chemie Performance Packaging, 800/989-3374, fax: 505/864-9296, www.s-cpp.com

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For silicone release coatings

The Silcolease® Machine enables paper, film and foil release converters to achieve improved productivity and production quality. It's a completely automated process that continuously provides fresh material to the coating head. It uses solventless thermal technology coating products and improves coating on substrates by eliminating the need to batch mix manually.

Rhodia Silicones, 866/474-6342, www.silicones.us.rhodia.com

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For high-quality images

The Signature Series™ wax, wax/resin, or color wax ribbon produces high-quality images and scannable barcodes. When compatibility tested with Raflatac label substrates ranging from uncoated paper to mid-range synthetics, the ribbon/substrate combinations tested well.

Sony Chemicals Corp. of America, 724/696-7500, fax: 724/696-7555.

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For toner-based systems

Dura-Go™ films are for the Indigo® digital press platforms and are available in polyester, polycarbonate, rigid vinyl, label stocks and other substrates. DuraKote™ films, available in polyester and label stocks, are for toner-based systems, such as Xeikon®. Film applications include nameplates, product identification, membrane switch overlays, backlit menus, durable printed labels, and promotional and POP graphics.

Tekra Corp., 800/448-3572, fax: 262/797-3276, www.tekra.com

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For linear braking applications

The Eclipse™ Linear Motion Brake line is for use with linear motors, belt-drive stages, ball screw stages and linear motor stages. The spring-applied brake is ideal for holding and emergency stop situations. Applications include holding in the x, y or z axes, stabilization during fine operations and power-failure holding and safety. It's available in a variety of sizes, up to 3 m in length.

Nexen, 800/843-7445, www.nexengroup.com

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For general-purpose mounting

The Dublfilm® SA Series double-coated, pressure-sensitive adhesive films are for a range of general-purpose mounting and bonding applications. Exhibiting good tack and peel along with moderate shear and heat resistance, the films have good long-term aging properties and withstand environmental extremes without breaking down.

Scapa North America, 800/801-0323, www.scapatapesna.com

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Makes densely-packed bales

The new Ram II baler produces densely-packed bales weighing up to 2,000 lbs. and measuring up to 50 cu. ft. Capable of 47,000 cu. ft. of displacement per hr., the machine produces up to 25 bales/hr. of various grade scrap paper including OCC, ONP, colored book, SBS, sorted office waste, file folder stock, mixed paper and more. Heavier, denser bales allow operators to reduce wire use, move fewer bales and fit more bales per shipment.

American Baler Co., 800/843-7512, www.americanbaler.com

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With quick-change tooling

The Six-Station Blister Packaging Machine features quick-change tooling that allows operators to switch tooling without hand tools, eliminating nearly half the downtime required to changeover standard tooling. The machine features an AC variable speed drive unit, automatic blister and card feeders, PLC control, and an easy-to-operate control panel.

Alloyd Co., 800/756-7639, www.alloyd.com

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For coatings & plastics

The UV2000 fluorescent UV condensation weathering instrument tests the effects of exposure to the sun's UV light on coatings, plastics, pigments, adhesives, sealant and other materials. It operates with a power supply system designed to increase bulb life, eliminating the need for bulb rotation while generating steadier output. Customers also benefit by lowering operating costs.

Atlas Electric Devices Co., 773/327-4520, www.atlas-mts.com

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For the Scout press

UV rotary screen units integrate with the Scout press and are servo-driven. The units easily attach to the press using four bolts into existing, tapped holes, and can be repositioned for various job sequences. Multiple units can be spaced above every other print station. The web travels between stations so that flexo colors aren't sacrificed for the added screen-printing capability.

Telstar Engineering, 952/890-9440, fax: 952/890-4005, www.telstareng.com

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For inkjet printers

Two new Clear Inkjet Printable Layflat Film products permit high run speeds, excellent performance and extended market reach. The films offer superior topcoating chemistry, excellent layflat performance, clear film facestocks and exceptional printability, says the co.

Fasson Roll North America, 440/358-4700, www.fasson.com

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For distributed motion applications

The DX15CO8 servo drive can be used in distributed motion applications with the CANopen communication protocol. This built-in interface complies with DS301 and DSP402 standards. DSP technology is used to close digital current, velocity and position loops to control brushed or brushless servomotors. The position and velocity loop can use encoder, Hall sensor or analog feedback.

Advanced Motion Controls, 805/389-1935, www.a-m-c.com

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For release liners

The co. announces new capability to print onto the backside of release liners. The new 45-in. release liner print station is capable of printing one color onto various types of liner materials in widths of 10 to 45 in.

AzCOAT, Inc., 888/577-5786, www.azcoat.com

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For straight-line shapes

The Compact Series of heavy-duty folder/gluers is for routine straight-line/lockbottom shapes with the ability to prefold and glue very small panels. Typical applications include the manufacture of cosmetic, candy, pharmaceutical, vending and specialty cartons. All models are fitted with an easy-to-service, dust-tight control center and precise speed regulation for all motions through easily programmable a/c frequency drives.

American International Machinery, Inc., 414/764-3223.

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For winding & inspecting

The heavy-duty model 160-100 Emerald is for winding and inspecting label stock, photographic film, aluminum and paper laminates. The machine offers full inspection rewinding facilities and is equipped with shaftless floor pick-up to facilitate both unwind and rewind loading/unloading.

Ashe Converting Equipment, 441/473-710-912, www.ashe.co.uk

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For paints, inks, coating & adhesives

The VTA-120 Viscosel is new and improved with a solvent valve monitor gauge added to the face panel. The gauge visually indicates when the Viscosel detects viscosity above the preset value and triggers the valve to open and add solvent. A secondary scale has been added to the main viscosity gauge to allow operators to mark the corresponding Zahn cup sec. with the percent torque measurement scale. A spring-loaded sample-chamber release mechanism has been added to make the change of the measurement cylinder fast and simple. Pneumatically operated, the system is intrinsically safe for use in hazardous areas. It is constructed for trouble-free operation in demanding industrial environments.

Brookfield Engineering, 800/628-8139, www.brookfieldengineering.com

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Cuts cost

Permanent cylinders and bases eliminate the need for conventional mounting materials and much of the labor that goes with them. The powerful permanent magnets embedded in the co.'s cylinders and flat bases grip steel-backed plates and dies, holding them firmly in place so that they stay in register even during high-speed press runs. Conventional plates can be mounted on steel carriers or held in place by an optional Fast-Lock cylinder lock-up system. Changeovers are fast and significantly reduce normal makeready times for both bases and cylinders. The flat bases and cylinders are built to OEM press specifications. Construction is either stainless steel or a patented design made from economical carbon steel.

Bunting Magnetics Co., 316/284-2020, www.buntingmagnetics.com

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For access guarding

The CE certified MC6 Safety Mat Controller features the latest technology with dual microprocessors for control reliability and state-of-the-art diagnostics. Six individual mat zone LED indicators and a two-digit numeric display provide superior fault diagnostics.

Scientific Technologies Inc., 510/608-3400, fax: 510/744-1442, www.sti.com

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