new equipment, processes, and materials

New Equipment, Processes, and Materials

AQUEOUS CLEANING SYSTEM Finishing Equipment Inc. www.finishingequipment.com

Finishing Equipment Inc. manufactures solvent and aqueous cleaning equipment that can meet stringent environmental regula- tions while providing more effec- rive cleaning. Their manual and automated solvent degreasers use minimal energy and solvent, are environmentally acceptable, and achieve lowest cleaning costs. Their aqueous systems often achieve zero discharge with little water usage, energy consumption, and effluent treatment. Circle 401 on reader service card

METAL COATING PROCESS Birchwood Casey www. birchwoodcasey, corn A new, environmental- and user- friendly metal coating process for iron and steel components, called MICROLOK® AO, has been intro- duced by Birchwood Casey. The patent -pending immersion t ank process works on all iron and non- stainless steel' surfaces. It forms a nontoxic aluminum oxide conver- sion coating that is 0.000040 in. (1 micron) thick tha t is t ightly

bonded to the part surface. It has an a t t rac t ive silver-black color. Unaffected by t empera tu res as high as 1,400°F, the MICROLOK AO finish can be used in high- heat applications and also serves as an excellent base for paint finishes or other topcoats, outper- forming iron phosphate coatings. It uses a mild (pH 4-5) solution tha t contains no EPA-regulated metals. Circle 402 on reader service card

CHECK VALVES Plast-O-Matic Valves Inc. www.plastomatic.com

Plast-O-Matic Valves Inc. has intro- duced a line of Check Valves in Corzan CPVC for use in applications that require the elevated tern- peratures and corrosion resistance of Corzan. Check valves prevent unwanted and potentially danger- ous reverse flow in piping systems. The diaphragm design of these Corzan valves has the added bene- fit of providing a positive leak-free seal even in a nonflowing condition. Unlike commonly used ball-type checks, these diaphragm valves are not dependent on gravity, mounting position, or reverse-flow to function properly. Plast-O-Matic is a licensed manufacturer of Corzan valves and piping components. The Corzan series CKM Check Valves are available with ½-, 3/4-, and 1-in. pipeline connections. Circle 403 on reader service card

OVERHEAD CONVEYOR OVEN SYSTEMS David Weisman L.L.C. www.www.daveweisman.com

David Weisman L.L.C. is pleased to introduce its latest Heavy Duty Gas Fired or Electrically Heated Hot Air Convection Mult ipass Overhead Conveyor Oven Systems designed for customers to heat, dry, and/or cure liquid and powder coatings on small, medium, and large 3-dimensional products. The sys tem fea tures quality gas-fired burners or electric hea t ing elements and con- trols, unique air recirculation and exhaus t systems, and a heavy- duty energy efficient oven insu- lated enclosure. The system can be used as a stand-alone dry-off or cure oven or as combination dry- off/cure oven in a continuous or indexing overhead coating system. Systems are built complete and tes ted to s t r ingent qual i ty standards prior to shipment. Circle 404 on reader service card

POLYURETHANE TOPCOAT The Sherwin- Williams Chemical Coatings Division www.sherwin-williams.com New from Sherwin-Will iams is Luster less High Solids Polyurethane Topcoat, now available in a two-component kit. Designed specifically for military aircraft and equipment, the coat-

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ing meets the performance prop- erties of MIL-PRF-85285D, Type I, Class H, Lus ter less specifica- tion of the Naval Air Warfare Center, and is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Depa r tmen t of Defense. Luster less High Solids Polyure thane Topcoat offers low viscosity of 3.5 VOC and a very low HAPs content of less than 3% by weight. The coating also has good anti-sag characteristics and is free of lead and chromate haz- ards. Application is easy wi th a variety of methods including con- ventional, airless, air assisted, or HVLP electrostat ic spray guns. The convenient two-step topcoat system is available is more than 70 lusterless colors in the Federal Standard 595B Color Catalog and can also be custom matched as needed. Circle 405 on reader service card

BATTERY-POWERED FLOW TOTALIZER George Fischer Signet Inc. www.gfsignet.com George Fischer Signet announces the new Signet 8150 Ba t t e ry Powered Flow Totalizer, designed for use in applications where bat- te ry-powered operat ion is most

effective. Applications include was t ewa te r flow accumulat ion, water t rea tment systems, remote or mobile t rea tment and distribu- tion systems, irrigation, filtration, and a number of process flow and cooling uses. The 8150 fea tures use of long-lasting, s tandard lithi- um batteries, ideal for remote or mobile installations where access

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Parker Closed Loop Hot Water System Saves Big Money 0 High Efficiency- System is 60% more efficient in most cases.

Lower Utility Bills - Gas fir ing saves 8oo% over electric in some areas.

Lower Initial Equipment Cost- 25% less than steam.

Lower Operating Cost- Reduced labor because there are no steam trap discharges, feed water makeup, water softening, blow-off or water treatment. In many areas boiler inspections and attendance are not required.

Longer Equipment Li fe- Many systems in operation for over 35 years.

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A leader for over half a century, Parker Boiler has been upgrading customers to efficient medium and high temperature closed loop hot water heating systems from their old direct firing, electric emersion and low and high pressure steam boilers. One of the few boiler manufacturers who can trirna hot water system over Section IV 250°F limitations, Parker Boiler designs and manufactures entire systems including boilers, air separators, expansion tanks, pumps, coils, and temperature controllers for up to 400 ° service. Our network of representatives sell, support and service our customers nationwide.

PARKER BOILER CO. 5930 Bandini Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90040 Tel (323) 727-9800 Fax (323) 722-2848

www.parkerboiler.com

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to line power is limited. Because of its low-power consumption design, these batteries are rated to last up to 4 years (nominal). Simple-to-operate from its four- button keypad and intuitive soft- ware allow easy, menu-driven operation. The 8150 is available in both integral and panel-mount- ed styles and can be provided with optional kits for integral (in- line) or pipe mounting with NEMA 4X protection. Circle 406 on reader service card

A I R K N I F E D R Y I N G S Y S T E M S Paxton Products, An ITW Co. www.paxtonproducts.com

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Every Paxton Air Knife System is custom-designed to the blow-off cleaning or drying requirement, and backed with a 100% Performance Guarantee. The air knives' uniform sheet of high- velocity air quickly clears debris or sheers off moisture at product speeds of up to 1,000 fpm. These highly efficient systems deliver an accurate, constant, predetermined volume and velocity of air specific to each application. At the heart of every custom air knife system is the high-performance Paxton blower. Compact in design, these high-speed centrifugal blowers generate clean, dry, oil-free air. Top-grade components, accurate alignment, and a special automatic belt tensioning system, combined with proprietary precision- dynamic balancing ensures quieter operation, lower maintenance, and long service life. Circle 407 on reader service card

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BLAST SYSTEM Viking Corp. www. vikingcorporation.com

cone caps and plugs endure tem- peratures up to 600°F (316°C) without hardening and won't con-

taminate a paint line. Custom dip molding is also available. Circle 409 on reader service card

Viking Blast and Wash Systems announces the release o its newest development in foundry and industrial blast systems. The CB 1818 utilizes 4, 6, or 8, model VC-1 direct-drive blast wheels for complete 360 ° part coverage. Complete cast chrome/moly lin- ing protect the cabinet from abrasive wear giving long life and low maintenance. This pass- through system utilizes a man- ganese belt conveyance system and variable speed drive to accommodate from 1 to 60 fpm blasting speeds. Optional cabinet openings can accommodate large or smaller parts than the standard 18 x 18 in 2 opening. Blast wheel HPs are offered from 5 to 30 hp as well as optional rotary scalp screens, part presence sen- sors, auxiliary abrasive adding systems. Circle 408 on reader service card

PRODUCT PROTECTION StockCap www.stockcap.com Protect and mask threads, ports, and bores from damage during painting, plating, powder coating, shot blasting, shipping, and stor- age by selecting from StockCap's full line of caps, plugs, flange cov- ers, and masking products. Stockcap's choice of materials includes flexible vinyl, polyethyl- ene, EPDM, and silicone rubber. Specially formulated high-temperature vinyl withstands tempera- tures up to 446°F (230°C) and sili-

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M O T O R I Z E D P U M P S Moyno Inc. www.moyno.com The Moyno® 500 Series 200 Motorized Pumps are general- utility, progressing cavity pumps, which provide cost-effective performance and long life i n a variety of material transfer and metering applications. They are capable of handling clean, clear liquids as well as abrasive and corrosive fluids. These compact,

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P R O G R E S S I V E is a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of pneumatic abrasive blast cleaning and shot peening equipment. Expertise and experience makes our line of equipment benchmarks for industry. We have competitive solutions to all your Blast Cleaning and Shot Peening needs.

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lightweight pumps fit in tight or difficult spaces, providing ulti- mate installation flexibility. Product features include flow rates to 5 gpm; pressures to 40 psi;; dual, heavy-duty ball bear- ings, fully sealed and prelubricat- ed; quiet operation; and compact, lightweight design. Circle 410 on reader service card

I= I .UI I ) M I X l N 6 Philadelphia Mixing Solutions www.philamixers.com Philadelphia Mixing Solutions

has announced the availability of their new SentineF M Impeller for efficient mixing of materials with high shear sensitivity such as polymer production, fermenta- tion, crystallization, and biologi- cal growth. Field-proven in numerous applications, the Sentinel features wide, large- diameter blades for exceptionally high flow and uniform distribu- tion of shear throughout the mixing process. The impeller is available as a fully welded or bolted design with different coatings and surface finishes to meet any mixing specifications. It also lends itself to clean-in-place systems with no horizontal surfaces and broad, low-angle vertical projec- tions. The impellers can be retro- fitting to any existing mixer and easily adapts to varying liquid levels, different vessels, limited

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flange and manway sizes, and unique mixing configurations. Circle 411 on reader service card

DIGITAL OPTICAL MICROMETER Paul N. Gardner Co. Inc. www.gardco.com The 8400K Digital Optical

SALT SPRAY TEST CHAMBERS Ascott Analytical Equipment Ltd. www.ascott-analytical.com The introduct ion of Ascott Analytical 's la tes t range of salt spray tes t chambers closely fol- lows the launch of the company's "new image" cyclic corrosion test chambers, and embodies the same emphasis on combining visual appeal with advanced control and ease of operation. The salt spray chambers sport a s t reamlined

appearance and fea ture an ergonomic low front opening

Micrometer lets you measure the vertical depth of surface features, usually to evaluate the severity of mechanical damage such as scratches, corrosion pits, or blem- ishes difficult to observe by other methods. The micrometer optically measures the depth, or differ- ence in height, of one surface to another. The sealed, nonmagnetic case is dus tproof and shock- res i s tan t to wi ths tand everyday shop use. The hardwood instru- ment case also contains adapters and lenses for use on convex, con- cave, or any combination of these surfaces. With the 8400K, damage can be measured optically in a fraction of the t ime needed for other methods such as blend-out. The 8400K's digital display also has an RS232 serial port for data export to the included proces- sor/printer. Circle 412 on reader service card

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CLEAN AIR SOLUTIONS FORA PERFECT FINISH Ultra firm Pocket Filters

Select from 2 or 3 pocket models with 15" or 20" depths.

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design to facili tate loading and unloading and are especially use- ful for large or heavy components. This innovative feature is enhances by a new design of pneumatically operated chamber sealing canopy. The chambers have a new alphanumeric control interface. Also included are Ascott 's unique Catchpots® remote collection system. This

avoids the need to interrupt the test and open the chamber. Four sizes of chamber are offered: 120, 450, 1,00, and 2,000 liter capacity. Circle 413 on reader service card

CONVEYOR Conveyor Technologies Ltd. www.conveyortechltd.com Conveyor Technologies' newest development in modular low-pro-

file conveyors fea tures a stainless s teel wire mesh bel t wi th exceptional thermal and chemical resis tance, combined with a 60% "open flow area." Capable of handl ing par t contact tempera- tures above 1,000°F, the belt construction affords both lateral and longitudinal flow of air or liquids throughout the entire belt, mak- ing it ideal for heating, cooling, wash down, or f lush-and-dra in applications. The conveyor's open belt const ruct ion enables easy and thorough cleaning and inspection. The wire mesh bolt conveyor is avai lable in widths from 2 to 12 in. Circle 414 on reader service card



TRIVALENT ZINC FINISHES Modern Plating Corp. www. modernplating, corn Modern Plating announces that the company has developed two new trivalent zinc finishes that offer extended corrosion protection through the application of a sealer topcoat. Trade-named ClearMax 5000 and ClearMax 6000, both finishes are completely free ofhexava- lent chrome and are cosmetically superior to similar hexavalent finishes that often exhibit a yellow tin. ClearMax 5000 uses the "JS 500" topcoat sealer from MacDermid Inc., while ClearMax 6000 uses the JS 600" topcoat sealer. Both finishes are produced under license from MacDermid Inc. The two trivalent finishes are identical except the ClearMax 6000 includes an integral lubricant for application requiring higher levels of lubricity. Circle 415 on reader service card

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C O A T I N G T H I C K N E S S G A U G E DeFelsko Corp. www.defelsko.com DeFelsko Corp. announces the new PosiTest DFT coating thickness gauge. Available in two models, Ferrous for steel or Combo for

PMP10 offers significant advan- tages for measurement of metallic coatings as compared to conven- t ional ampli tude eddy current test method. A variety of detach- able smar t probes are available with different measurement fre- quencies to optimally meet your application requirements. Circle 417 on reader service card

E V A P O R A T O R TurnKey Solutions

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TurnKey Solutions has now added a 5- and 7-gph "RunDry" evapora- tor to their product line. The unit can be heated by electricity. It will allow you to stop paying a waste hauler to take away your waste- water. We can take your waste- water down to a dry powder or con- centrated oil. If you have larger volumes te evaporate, TurnKey builds units up to 60 gph. Circle 418 on reader service card

all metal, the PosiTest DFT is the economical choice the provides the proven qual i ty of DeFelsko inspection instruments. To elimi- nate guesswork, the PosiTest DFT Combo uses patented technology to automatically recognize the substrate and take a measurement. Fast, repeatable meas- urements and no calibration required for mos~ applications make the PosiTest DFT ideal for powder coaters, paint applicators, automotive refinishers, and more. Circle 416 on reader service card

COATING T H I C K N E S S M E A S U R B M E N T Fischer Technology Inc. www.fischer-technology.com The Phascope PMP10 is Fischer's newest hand-held ins t rument for coating thickness measurement . The PMP10 uses the phase-sensitive eddy curren~ test method to measure metallic coatings on ferrous or nonferrous substrates. It is par t icular ly well sui ted for measuring thickness of nickel on steel or nonferrous metals such as copper or brass on bronze as well as copper on printed circuit boards. The phase sensitive eddy current test method used by the


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