Aleco introduces ImpacDors

Aleco has introduced two new energy-saving ImpacDors especially designed for the food service industry. All of the new ImpacDors doors are rugged, easy to install and custom made to exact size specifications with standard lifetime warranted stainless steel upper and lower hinges. Specially designed for high-volume traffic between the kitchen and the front of the house in restaurants, the FS-250 is a lightweight and economical ¼” ABS door, which... 

Leica Geosystems introduces new Rugby laser

Leica Geosystems has unveiled the new Rugby 55 laser construction tool. Designed for the interior and general contractor, the Rugby 55 is a tough, versatile laser perfect for leveling and alignment job. The Rugby 55 features an easy-to-use keypad, a watertight seal, variable head speeds, selectable scanning modes, a bright red beam and an alkaline or rechargeable NiMH battery pack. For interior use, the Rugby 55’s compact size makes handling... 

New HVAC drives from Rockwell

Rockwell Automation has expanded its Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 400 HVAC drives offering to include increased power ratings up to 350 horsepower. Optimized for commercial fan and pump applications, PowerFlex 400 AC drives feature built-in network connectivity for seamless integration into building automation systems, as well as flexible packaging options for easy installation and startup. PowerFlex 400 variable frequency drives deliver optimum speed... 

New fiber optic connector technology

Greene, Tweed has developed a new fiber optic connector technology, Fiber Optic Extreme, capable of withstanding the harsh environments and extreme conditions commonly faced in challenging applications in a variety of markets, from defense to oilfield. Greene, Tweed’s new Seal-Connect Fiber Optic Extreme technology transfers data at rates ten times faster than traditional copper designs, allowing the user to make proactive, real-time decisions.... 

New pavement breaker from DeWalt

DeWalt announced new heavy-duty pavement breaker, D25980K. This breaker is designed with innovative features and patented technology to provide end users with increased durability, performance, and low vibration. The D25980K is ideal for plumbers, waterproofers, demolition crews, and public utilities workers to break up concrete and asphalt on the jobsite. DeWalt equipped the D25980K with metal, automotive-style seals on the ram and piston. These... 

John Deere introduces 5603 and 5625 tractors

John Deere introduces the new 5603 and 5625 Tractors, both rated at 99 engine horsepower. The 5603 Tractor comes standard with a 12/12 PowrReverser transmission, a rear selective control valve, Mechanical Front Wheel Drive, MFWD, axle, 540 Economy PTO, and a spacious cab. Several optional features on the 5603 Tractor include mid-mount SCVs for loader work, factory installed loaders, and two different tire options. The 5625 (see photo) Tractor is an... 

Abrasive Wheel removes light welds, burrs, rust, and paint.

A new, all-purpose flexible mesh depressed center Type 27 abrasive wheel for removing light welds, burrs, rust, and paint is being introduced by Rex-Cut Products, Inc. of Fall River, Massachusetts. The Sigma Screen(TM) depressed center Type 27 wheel features a blend of zirconia-ceramic abrasive grains bonded to a flexible mesh for grinding, blending, and finishing applications. Much more flexible than resin-fiber discs, these mesh wheels are cool-running,... 

VMC provides turning and milling in same fixture.

STAMA America introduces System 8oMilling-Turning Centers with one (MT) or two (MT-TWIN) milling spindles and one or two turning spindle(s) for the complete machining of semi-finished and saw sections on one machining center. STAMA has merged its TWIN-Technology with its Milling-Turning Technology, creating a new high-grade technology. A multi-functional swiveling and rotating unit with 2 turning spindles has been integrated in the robust column system... 

Injected Metal Assembly System optimizes joining capacity.

The capacity of FisherTech’s Injected Metal Assembly (IMA(TM)) process has been increased 10-fold with the launch of the AM 51 system. A maximum shot volume of up to 500 grams allows for forming and joining of much larger component assemblies and end terminations. New design features, such as a stationary operating head, shot control and a two-stage melt pot, provide options for advanced automation up to full robotic operation. Pneumatic injection... 

Hammer Mill reduces friable and fibrous materials.

A new Hammer Mill Model 141 from Munson Machinery reduces friable and fibrous materials into uniform particle sizes ranging from 20 to 300 mesh. Centrifugal force causes pivoting hammers to stand at 90° to the rotating shaft, throwing material against breaker plate ridges in the feed section, and then against perforated bed screens through which sized material exits. The shaft, integral hammer discs, disc pins and hammers are driven by a 75 hp (56...