For higher productivity

The Omron CS1W-MCH71 advanced motion controller (MCH) was designed to meet the co.'s needs for higher productivity and improved time-to-market for finished products. A single MCH module provides fast, accurate control of up to 30 physical axes of motion simultaneously, reports co. Up to eight programs can run concurrently, maximizing productivity, from simple point-to-point positioning to complex cam following and advanced synchronous applications. Single cables connect individual servo amplifiers in a daisy chain configuration. Omron Electronics LLC, 847/755-7057, fax: 847/843-8087, www.info.omron.com 1

With modular inserts

These specialized presses are designed with modular inserts for quick changeovers from one process to another. Other features include minimum downtime and minimum space requirements, and ergonomic construction and easy access to all parts. Printing widths up to 24 in. and printing speeds up to 600 fpm are available. Max Daetwyler Corp., 800/627-1011, fax: 704/875-0781, www.daetwyler.com

For safer operation

This co.'s 8043 wide-mouth baler recently underwent engineering changes to increase operator control and safety. This high-production baler now utilizes a pressure transducer that allows operators to monitor and adjust tension pressure for each material grade using the baler's touchscreen operator interface. This pressure transducer improves operator safety by shutting down the baler if system pressure reaches unsafe levels. Analog load sensors are also now standard on the 8043 baler to control conveyor feed and overload to the fluffers. American Baler Co., 800/843-7512, www.americanbaler.com 2

For improving machinery

This co. introduces two new digital Microgage receivers for improving machinery and equipment alignment right on the factory floor, says co. These new receivers connect directly to the Microgage 2000 Display and can be used up to 80 ft. from the laser source. The accuracy of 0.0001 in. is said to be ideal for checking machine tool runout, aligning rollers, spindle alignment, positioning shafts and gear drive systems, bore alignment, and other factory projects. This alignment system can be used by manufacturing employees, right on their own production lines, for checking alignment, improving manufacturing efficiency, and reducing costly downtimes, reports manufacturer. Pinpoint Laser Systems, 800/757-5383, fax: 978/462-3561, www.pinlaser.com

For blown film

This C-150 heat exchanger is being used to supply a constant flow of 50 deg F air to several plastic bag converting machines. Unit has a discharge plenum with eight 2 in. nozzles for connecting hoses that transfer cooled air to the machines. Design features include a 600 CFM centrifugal air blower. The blower and heat exchanger assembly are skid-mounted so they can be easily moved to a new station. Standard features of C-Series models include: ability to remove the heat exchanger core from either side of the housing without disassembly of the gas duct; a variety of gas connection sizes and types to match your system requirements; and ability to have separate cores within a single housing with separate or shared access panels. Xchanger, Inc., 952/933-2559, fax: 952/933-5647, www.xchanger.com

For yield control

LineMaster™ software is said to raise extrusion yield control to a new level of simplicity and accuracy, and enable processors to enhance produce consistency, save on raw material, shorten setup times and reduce scrap. This new technology makes advanced yield control available without the need for large, complex, and costly hardware systems such as loss-in-weight blenders, says co. The LineMaster system combines advanced blender controller software with the co.'s Gravimetric Gateway™ or G2 software for integrating blenders in a computer controlled network. This integrated system makes it possible for the blender controller to adjust two critical process parameters simultaneously. Maguire Products, Inc., 888/459-2412, fax: 610/459-2700, www.maguire.com

For film

XTC15BB is a solution for film producers dealing with sticking problems on their oriented rolls. This new coating is said to be an extremely tough and smooth coating containing a slight nodularity that traps air and acts as a cushion for improving nonstick properties. The low cure temperature can be used for coating rolls (especially aluminum) that need to maintain tolerances and avoid heat stresses. Impreglon, Inc., 770/969-9191, www.impreglon.us

With integral airflow

This new drying oven uses the co.'s Radplane™ rapid response, foil-type electric infrared heater elements for fast heat-up and cool-down. The extended sides and end baffles of the drying oven contain infrared heat in the process area for added efficiency. An integrated air-supply fan eliminates the need for air-supply ductwork and a remotely mounted blower, making this drying oven self-contained. Glenro, Inc., 888/453-6761, fax: 973/279-9103, www.glenro.com

On co.'s viscometers

This co. now offers more spindles for use with its CAP Cone and Plate Viscometers. These spindles increase the shear rate measurement range of the co.'s CAP 1000+ and CAP 2000+ Viscometers. The expanded range allows customers to perform lower shear-rate tests on its products. Brookfield Engineering, 800/628-8139, www.brookfieldengineering.com

For transparent labels

The Models LD-100T and LD-200T are the newest label dispensers offered by this co. Both models are capable of accepting labels up to 4.5 or 6.5 in. wide respectively. Using advanced sensor technology, the new dispensers reliably peel the label from its backing and present it ready to pick. As soon as it has picked a label from the dispenser, the next one is automatically advanced. Labelmate LLC, 877/833-7149, fax: 702/435-8536, www.labelmate.com

With web cleaner unit

Pillar Technologies and Simco Industrial Static Control have teamed together to develop a narrow web corona treater/web cleaner combination unit. The Pillar treater and Simco web cleaner is prewired at the factory. Adjustable mounting plate and adjustable treat widths conform to most existing press configurations. The system can run line speeds over 700 fpm in sizes from 7.5 to 30 in. The combo unit is available in top-, bottom-, and two-side configurations. Attached web cleaner and static neutralizer remove particulates down to 20-microns, eliminates any static charge and lifts spray powder or other impurities on the web, says co. The web cleaner is available in contact and non-contact configurations. Pillar Technologies, 888/745-5276, fax: 262/367-3206, www.pillartech.com

For short runs

Kouros (AR) 9 is this co.'s newest gravure printing press. Trolleys for print cylinder and inking system on this press are new lightweight transport trolleys that can be moved in and out of the printing station within seconds. Three sets of different rubber rollers can be kept mounted on each printing station at all times. A required roller is positioned within seconds by a simple rotation of the turret assembly. The doctor-blade assembly on this press is designed for consistent print quality at high speeds, says manufacturer. The blade contact angle and contact point are easily adjustable as well. Other standard features include turret unwind and rewind units with auto splicing, auto length register control system, and video web inspection system. Kohli Industries, 91/22-2778-2324, fax: 91/22-2778-1360, www.kohliindustries.com

With long-life blades

This Carbon Fiber Lug Shaft incorporates advanced technological capabilities making this lightweight, high modulus composite shaft stiffer (with less deflection) than comparable steel shafts. These shafts are manufactured with durable, long-life bladders with aluminum or steel spring return lugs, and in a plain carbon or aluminum clad covering, says manufacturer. Convertech Inc., 973/328-1850, fax: 973/328-7256, www.convertech.com

For pressure sensing film

This co. now offers a new encasing service for its tactile pressure sensor film known as Pressurex®. The encasing enables the film to be used in environments where high moisture content, oil, solvents and other contaminants previously posed a particular problem to its use. Sensor Products, Inc., 973/884-1755, fax: 973/884-1699, www.sensorprod.com

With high dyne levels

The TNT (Touch 'N Treat) corona treating electrode was developed specifically for blown film, laminating and extrusion applications. The TNT electrode is said to deliver high dyne levels and an even electrode gap - from 1 in. to 7.2 meters. Designed for quick and easy set-up, the TNT raises and lowers to treat at the touch of a finger, says co. QC Electronics, Inc. 608/742-1661, fax: 608/742-3122, www.qcelectronics.com

For water inks

X-TREME™ Dispersions is a highly concentrated color technology for water inks. The new colorants are said to increase the color strength of water ink systems by 20 percent without compromising the runnability of the ink. X-TREME Dispersions enable printers and converters to create sophisticated, detailed graphics of intense color with thinner ink films at faster press speeds, says co. These water inks are available in an array of Pantone® colors, and are said to be well suited to inks for flexographic and gravure presses. Flint Ink, 734/622-6362, fax: 734/622-6131, www.flintink.com

For improving machinery

This co. introduces two new digital Microgage receivers for improving machinery and equipment alignment right on the factory floor, says co. These new receivers connect directly to the Microgage 2000 Display and can be used up to 80 ft. from the laser source. The accuracy of 0.0001 in. is said to be ideal for checking machine tool runout, aligning rollers, spindle alignment, positioning shafts and gear drive systems, bore alignment, and other factory projects. This alignment system can be used by manufacturing employees, right on their own production lines, for checking alignment, improving manufacturing efficiency, and reducing costly downtimes, reports manufacturer. Pinpoint Laser Systems, 800/757-5383, fax: 978/462-3561, www.pinlaser.com

For hot-melt & waterborne

This co. offers a new selector guide that provides information and recommendations on hot-melt and waterborne adhesives for a wide range of labeling applications. The hot-melt adhesive section of the guide lists recommendations for six types of containers and provides information on labeler type and key adhesive attributes, such as cold and heat resistance, open time and applicability to shrink labels and cold/wet surfaces. The waterborne adhesive section also provides information on six container types, as well as recommended application speeds, machining characteristics and adhesion to a variety of glass and plastic surfaces. National Adhesives, 866/266-5565, fax: 513/683-5310, www.nationaladh.com

With new feeder & coater

The Speedmaster SM 102 and CD 102 sheet-fed presses are now available with the redesigned Preset Plus feeder for both series, and a new Preset Plus delivery for the Speedmaster CD 102. For the CD 102, there are two new developments to the coating units. A new coating system allows the last printing unit of the press to be converted for working with dispersion coatings. The coating units on these sheet-fed models are specially adapted for rapid setup. The Preset Plus feeder and delivery are said to dramatically reduce makeready times, at the same time boosting sheet travel efficiency. The safety features have also been redesigned. Heidelberg, 888/472-9655, fax: 770/794-6272, www.heidelberg.com

For hot melt nozzles

The GOPRO® GIAe swivel right-angle hot-melt nozzle adapter accepts any industry standard 3/8-24 UNF threaded single- or multi-orifice nozzle and can be easily installed on most hot-melt guns, heads, or valve modules to provide adjustable right-angle dispensing of adhesives for package sealing applications, reports co. GOPRO GIA right-angle adapters rotate 360 degrees to provide any designed nozzle position and will allow the nozzle to be removed or installed without disturbing the position setting. GOPRO, Inc., 615/824-3000, fax: 615/824-4800, www.goproinc.com

For offset printing

HighLine Screens are the newest addition to the FlexRip specialized screening family. By combining the advantages of stochastic screening with those of standard AM screening with rosettes, HighLine Screens enable printers to easily print the finest image details. With these new algorithms, it is possible to produce very high screen rulings at lower output resolutions than traditionally required. For example, a 423 lpi screen can be created at 2400 dpi resolution. By using IntelliCurve, FlexRip's digital dot-gain engine, even the smallest HighLine dot percentages will hold stably on plates and presses, while avoiding higher dot gain or retraining of press operators. Esko-Graphics, 413/583-4100, www.esko-graphics.com