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These limit switches require no batteries
This company’s line of wireless limit switches (photo) feature an internal electrodynamic energy generator — no battery is required. Displacement of the actuator generates power to send a uniquely coded signal to one or more compatible, easily-programmed receivers. If the…
All-new industrial thin client for virtualized HMI systems
The BTC01 is a new standalone industrial-box thin client that is ideal for modular virtualized human-machine-interface (HMI) systems. It comes preloaded with this company’s new proprietary operating system, RM Shell 4.0. The BTC01 features enhanced security, a new user interface…
An aluminum version of this AODD pump is now available
The HS430S Advanced FIT 1.5-in. high-pressure AODD pump is now available in an aluminum version (photo) that is well-suited for applications that require high head pressures, such as viscous and solid-laden slurries. The aluminum pump comes equipped with the FIT…
Use this software for steel and concrete structural designs
The recently released Engineer 16 structural-design software features over 350 updates upon previous versions, including important enhancements in concrete and steel design. For concrete designs, new workflows, a new shear-wall and frame module and improved beam and column design functionalities…
An easily expandable wireless I/O system
The new Multi-Point Wireless I/O system allows users to transfer I/O or Modbus data to and from multiple locations without the hassle of wires, conduit, trenching or permits. The secure system deploys quickly and can be used indoors or outdoors…
A cloud-based service for cylinder inventory
This company has introduced a new cloud-based version of its gas cylinder inventory intelligence service, Accura (photo). Each time a cylinder is moved, it is scanned and traced, and realtime location data is uploaded to the Accura platform. The service…
Focus: Pipes, Tubes and Fittings
Antimicrobial tubing reduces the risk of bacterial transfer Clearflo Ag-47 antimicrobial tubing (photo) is now available in an additional seven sizes, expanding its range up to 1-in. inner dia. The NSF-listed tubing protects liquids from harmful bacteria that can result…
IFAT Show Preview
More than 3,000 exhibitors are projected to participate in IFAT 2016 — the International Trade Fair for Water, Sewage, Waste and Raw Materials Management (May 30–June 3; Munich, Germany). Celebrating its 50th year, IFAT has grown tremendously in all sections…
Gloves for abrasion protection without sacrificing dexterity
The SmartCut BKCR3520 (photo) is an ANSI Cut Level 3 glove, which is designed to combine medium-level cut protection with excellent abrasion and slip resistance, with a high level of dexterity. Its slip-resistant foam nitrile palm coat provides a secure…
Radar measurement with 79 GHz technology
The Micropilot NMR81 (photo) utilizes 79 GHz technology to generate a narrow beam angle of 3 or 4 deg. Measurements are substantially more reliable, even in narrow tanks, because the radar beam avoids obstacles, such as baffles on the tank…