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Ion Industrial, 888/310-3334, www.ion.com/industrial

The Virtual AC™ Intelligent static neutralizers are said to achieve new standards related to static control distances from the web surface, across the web width, as well as optimum neutralization based on web speed. Using a simple daisy-chain configuration, customers can connect several Ion 8001 static bars to reach up to 140 in. using a single Virtual AC 8011 solid-state power supply, and up to 260 in. using the new 8011XL power supply. The Virtual AC systems are engineered to neutralize high-speed webs at 2500 fpm and greater.

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Cole Static Control, Inc., 800/915-3535, fax: 330/899-0100.

The Model 1526 pulsed DC controller and ionizing bars are used for long-range ionizing and dust control where air may be necessary to reach static-prone areas. Manufactured in lengths up to 144 in., the bar may be controlled to emit 50 percent of both positive and negative ions, or adjusted so that only one polarity of ions comes from the bar. With an effective range of 6 to 10 ft., the unit can be mounted over manufacturing equipment or over benchtops.

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Simco Industrial Static Control, 215/822-6401, fax: 215/822-3795, www.simco-static.com

The new PerforMAX static neutralizing system is an extended range, high-speed system designed to eliminate static charges even when installed up to 10 in. from the web surface, and up to 20 in. on winders. The system consists of a control module and static bar. The control module monitors output at the static bar that indicates when the bar needs cleaning and other conditions that may prevent peak performance, reports co. The PerforMAX is also equipped with a range switch that optimizes the system's flexibility and performance.

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Polymag Tek Inc., 800/787-0830, fax: 585/235-8395, www.polymagtek.com

These contact roll web cleaners are able to provide continuous contact web cleaning. They are capable of removing particles less than one micron in size, and require no electrical power or compressed air. No drilling or alterations are required to your current press, and custom cleaners for any size web width are available.

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Alpha Innovation, Inc., 781/593-7901, fax: 781/595-5002, www.stoptatic.com

The new Stopstatic™ ionizing rods are a non-contact, permanent, static eliminating system. The rods are placed over or under the sheet or web from 1/8 to 1 in. from the charged surface and are grounded. They are said to eliminate dust attraction, static cling, and static shocks. The Stopstatic rods are designed to last indefinitely and have no "shelf life," says co. All sides of the rods are effective.

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TAKK Industries, Inc., 800/792-8255, www.takk.com

Anti-Static Tinsel is a solution for static electricity problems in the converting industry. It's an all-copper, high-quality tinsel that offers optimum performance with the "self-energizing" or inductive principle, while providing positive grounding and maximum strength, says co. The tinsel lets machinery be operated at high speeds with fewer malfunctions, materials can be processed more efficiently with less rejects, dust contamination of product is prevented, and operators are protected from shock.

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Erhardt + Leimer Inc., 864/486-3000, fax: 864/486-3011, www.erhardt-leimer-us.com

The Kelva web cleaner is engineered to remove dust and loose fibers that can contaminate converting substrates. It can be used on printing presses, laminators, coaters, sheeters, roll slitters and vacuum-forming machines. Downtime and material waste can be significantly reduced.

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