ETO ERP Encompix Selected by Machine Tool Company

Thursday, February 1st 2007

David Simonian, CFO, explained some of the problems Simmons experienced running an old, non-integrated Dbase system. “Each department had its own mini-system. The same data was entered multiple times—engineering, purchasing, job costing, and accounting. It was very difficult to extract any meaningful information to run the business,” he said. Simmons had known about Encompix for several years. “We looked at Encompix many years ago, but were... 

Steel City … here we come

Thursday, February 1st 2007

Scott Box wouldn’t mind if Murfreesboro acquired the nickname Steel City. That would mean the power tool and machinery manufacturing company he helped form and headquartered in Murfreesboro less than two years ago had made its mark in the competitive tool market. Steel City Tool Works, founded in 2005, is a privately held company with an investment group led by Box and Mark Strahler, both long-time executives in the machinery industry, who grew... 

Thomas Compressors T-635HD 6 Amp 3/4 Horsepower 2 Gallon Oil-Free Hot Dog Compressor

Sunday, January 28th 2007

Thomas Industries T-635HD is a quiet running (69-decibel) 3/4 HP compressor that is both portable and versatile. Delivering 1.7 cfm at 100 psi, it has plenty of power to support a framing gun when doing studwork, a roofing gun when shingling, or (2) finish guns at the same time. Weighing only 26 pounds it is easily transported and moved around the job-site. With it’s low amp draw (6 amps) it can be used most anywhere without fear of fuse or... 

Leica Geosystems introduces new Rugby laser

Sunday, January 28th 2007

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

Sunday, January 28th 2007

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... 

Pilz launches SW Tool–Safety Calculator

Sunday, January 28th 2007

Pilz launches a software tool called PAScal, which verifies the functional safety of protection devices on machinery in light of current standards. The Safety Calculator supports manufacturers in the calculation of failure limit values, as required by standards IEC 62061 and prEN ISO 13849-1. The software tool enables a reduction in costs and the amount of time spent on the task, particularly as figures need to be recalculated each time the safety... 

Analyse The Agri-Machinery Importers & Exporters Industry

Sunday, January 28th 2007

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49353) has announced the addition of “Agri-Machinery Importers/Exporters – Portfolio Analysis” to their offering. The Portfolio Analysis- Agri- Machinery Importers/Exporters is a comprehensive evaluation of the UK agri-machinery importers and exporters market. The revised and updated 2006 edition analyses the financial performance of the 24 agri-machinery importers and exporters... 

Triton MOF001KC 2 1/4 HP Precision Router Kit

Thursday, January 25th 2007

Winner of the prestigious 2005 AWFS Sequoia Award for the Most Innovative Product in the Power Tools Category. (AWFS Show July 2005). Triton has made it possible for depth adjustments above the table by introducing a portable height adjustment crank. Once the 2HP Router is table mounted, the height adjustment crank can be used for faster and more accurate adjustments, thus eliminating the need for a Router Lift accessory. The design also allows bit... 

Bench Dog 10-005 Feather-Loc Single Featherboard for Table Saws and Router Tables

Thursday, January 25th 2007

The Bench Dog 10-005 Feather-Loc Featherboard can greatly enhance the performance of your woodworking machines and, more importantly, significantly increase your safety. The 10-005 is made from a nearly indestructible polymer plastic, and its 13 fingers have just the right combination of flex and hold-down power to keep the workpiece firmly pressed against the machine’s tabletop or fence. The Feather-Loc has T-head bolts that slide into the machine’s... 

Porter-Cable 7424 3.7 Amp 6-Inch Variable-Speed Random-Orbit Polisher

Thursday, January 25th 2007

No swirls, no sweat, and a supreme shine every time: That’s what this Porter-Cable random-orbit polisher promises – and delivers. The way it’s designed, most people will be able to control the tool with one hand, whether it’s being used as a polisher or as its original purpose, a random-orbit sander. For those with smaller hands or less hand strength, just attach the auxiliary handle for a superior grip. It’s easy to operate, easy to handle...