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New Products IEN / OCTOBER '16 13 www.ien.com Mold Flow Analysis Software for Rapid Custom Lead Screw Nut Solutions Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (Waterbury, CT) recently added a powerful mold fl ow analysis software to help with the design of custom-molded lead screw and linear mo- tion components. Solid Works Plastic Pro- fessional is an engineering tool used by Hay- don Kerk's experienced tooling engineers to help speed up the design process and offer customized solutions to fi t customers' appli- cation needs. The use of mold fl ow analysis helps engi- neers run critical calculations to expedite the design of custom part and mold features, such as gate location, parting line location, design geometry, material fl ow, fi ber alignment, vent locations, weld-line analysis, and cooling-line locations. All of these design considerations affect custom parts in the following areas: • Ease in part strength. • Reduction in part voids/improved fi ll. • Reduction in cooling/cycle times. • Reduction in material waste. • Reduction in part warpage. • Reduction in mold design/manufacturing time. Haydon Kerk's experience with the use of over 60 molded materials, including the Kerkite composites, PEEK and PPS base materials, combined with the capabilities of this new software, allows engineers to reduce the time required for the design and build process for custom molds. The combination of on-site tooling and molding machines also reduces the time to production for custom parts for existing Haydon Kerk polymers or customer-spec- ifi ed materials. www.haydonkerk.com; 800-243-2715 Roll-Up-Fence Protects People from Hazards Omega Industrial Products (Saukville, WI) has introduced its pedestrian safe- ty barrier in the U.S.: the R.U.F (Roll-Up- Fence), an innovative solution to protect dangerous work sites and pedestrian traffi c zones. This patented product works any- where pedestrians need to be directed or segregated from hazardous work zones. Features include: • A compact design: It stores in a frac- tion of the space of alternative products. • A high strength, lightweight aluminum construction. • High portability – can be moved quickly for emergency access. • Bright international safety orange, for high visibility at low cost. www.omegaindl.com; 800-521-8272 Fork Sensors in Red Light, Laser Models AutomationDirect (Cumming, GA) announc- es that new PS series fork sensors, also re- ferred to as "slot" or "U" sensors, are offered in visible red light and laser models. Available in PNP and NPN styles, and designed for easy installation, the rugged metal one-piece construction assures constant alignment. The high-resolution PS-series fork sensors feature: • Glass optics. • Selectable light on/dark on operation. • Adjustable sensitivity potentiometers. • High switching frequencies. • M8 connectors with 360-degree viewable LED indicators. • IP67-rating, have cULus approval and are CE, RoHs and REACH compliant. The visible red light fork sensors feature easy setup and have a sensing range from 5mm to 220mm, depending on model. The laser fork sensors feature a Class 1 laser to detect small objects and have a sensing range of 30mm to 120mm, depending on model; certain models are available for transparent objects. www.automationdirect.com/fork-sensors; 800-633-0405 25 Watt Integrated LED Light Fixture for Hazardous Locations Larson Electronics (Kemp, TX) has announced the release of a 25 watt integrated LED light fi xture approved for hazardous locations. The HAL-32- 60W-ITG-LED low profi le explosion proof linear fi xture has a T5 tempera- ture rating and is approved for Class 1 Division 1 areas. Features include: • An impact and vibration resistant polycarbonate lens with a frosted fi nish to reduce glare or a clear fi nish to maximize light output. • A low profi le copper-free extrud- ed aluminum body designed to withstand hazardous and harsh conditions. • A single wiring access plate, making for easy access to the driver lead and a high temperature rated silicone gasket between the lens and the housing, providing NEMA 4X and IP66 rated sealing. • The ability to generate almost double the lumens of a standard fl uorescent fi xture, providing crisp white light while producing less heat and consuming less energy. www.larsonelectronics.com; 800-369-6671 Latching Pushbutton Switch OTTO (Carpentersville, IL), designer and manufacturer of controls switches, joy- sticks and grips announces the new P9M latching pushbutton switch. The P9M is a quality precision switch designed for use in: • Control panels. • Grips. • Computers. • Instruments. • Other applications where attractive rugged, long life pushbutton switches are required. The P9M is a small, sealed normally open, latching switch, ideal for basic ON/OFF func- tions. When the button is pushed, it latches into position and with another push, it unlatch- es. It comes with a standard 15/32" threaded case for hex nut mounting and features a short behind panel depth. The P9M is available with fl ush or raised buttons in 9 different colors. It offers excellent performance while operating under severe conditions found in demanding applications. www.ottoexcellence.com; 847-428-7171 (Carpentersville, IL), designer and manufacturer of controls switches, joy- sticks and grips announces the new P9M latching pushbutton switch. The P9M is a quality precision switch Other applications where attractive rugged, long life pushbutton switches Torque Transducers Offer Greater Accuracy The New Series RTM 2800V C-Face Hollow-Flanged Reaction Torque Transducers from S. Himmelstein (Chicago, IL) are de- signed to deliver high performance in real world applications, including performance testing of pumps, motors, valve ac- tuators, gearboxes, plus feedback control of mixers, clari- fi er drives, reactors, extruders, conveyors and more. Fea- tures include: • The latest generation of integrated signal conditioning electronics, outputs at ±10 Vdc analog and RS232 digital, available simultaneously. • The ability to connect directly to the users' control systems or computers with included software. • A sensing element design characterized by high accuracy, high torsional stiffness with low torsional defl ection and ability to handle large extraneous loads with low crosstalk. • A mounting fl ange that mates directly with NEMA C-Face motors and generators. • High mechanical overloads eliminate the need to compromise accuracy for safety of the sensor; high electrical overrange avoids measurement errors which occur when signals are clipped. S. Himmelstein's laboratory offers ISO 17025 accredited torque calibration services for transducers from virtually any manufacturer. The scope of accreditation covers ranges from 0.07 Nm to 450,000 Nm. www.himmelstein.com; 800-632-7873 The New Series RTM 2800V C-Face Hollow-Flanged Reaction (Chicago, IL) are de- signed to deliver high performance in real world applications, including performance testing of pumps, motors, valve ac- tuators, gearboxes, plus feedback control of mixers, clari- fi er drives, reactors, extruders, conveyors and more. Fea- The latest generation of integrated signal conditioning The ability to connect directly to the users' control systems or