There are dozens of connector varieties and thousands of individual connectors, so even an experienced engineer can find it difficult to select the right connector for the job. Fortunately, connector confusion can be minimized by gathering information based on four key technical factors. –Number of contacts: The number of contacts in the connector should match…
Knobs and Handles for Harsh Environments from Reid Supply
Reid Supply Company announce a new selection of knobs and handles, adding to their core line of industrial products. The new chrome-plated lobe knobs and chrome-plated adjustable handles offered by Reid are particularly well suited for out-door and unfavorable conditions, such as marine environments. They also work very well in general applications on machines and…
Misumi Increases Line of Hexagon Socket Head Screws
Misumi has increased its line of Hexagon Socket Head Screws, adding several new product types and expanding size ranges for several existing product types. Hexagon Socket Head Screws – a staple in machine building, metal fabrication, and assembly of factory automation and motion control systems – are also essential stock items in every plant manager's…
High Performance Plastics from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics
Demanding vehicle driveline applications call for high performance plastic seals custom designed and molded by Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MR&P). Of the many high performance plastics available, PEEK™, Aurum®, Ultem® and Amodel® are among those custom formulated by MR&P to meet specific vehicle applications. An example is seals and thrust washers for vehicle transmissions. In…
Connectors Allow Fast Bench Calibration
TwistMate AN Step connectors calibrate flow transmitters on flow benches. These connectors simplify flow bench step tree connections with their fast, leak-tight threaded connections that do not use thread sealant or wrenches, and minimal force. The step connectors, or transitions, are specifically designed for the aerospace industry, providing incremental transitions from AN 32 down to…
Metric Size Washers Useful for Jig Construction from J.W. Winco
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers series GN 6341 and GN 6341-NI Washers in metric sizes. These washers are used mainly in mechanical machine and jig construction when DIN 125, DIN 9021 and DIN 6340 washers do not meet the requirements of the application. GN 6341 washers are offered in two versions of turned…
Smalley Launches New Mobile Site
Smalley Steel Ring Company announces the launch of a new mobile web site. The mobile site, found at www.smalley.com/mobile offers Smalley customers the increased ease of accessing some of the most useful tools on the Smalley website via smartphone. The Smalley mobile site features allow for fast and easy part selection. By using the “Quick…
Simrit Introduces North American Preferred Distributor Program
Simrit introduces its Preferred Distributor Program aimed at further developing and fostering the company’s partnership with key distributors. During the two-day conference, participants from approximately 20 companies will be introduced to Simrit’s new program created to better support distributors in the North American market. Focused on partnership and commitment, Simrit’s Preferred Distributor Program offers a…
Elastometric Adhesives for Solar Assembly
By Jamie Hubbard, Market Application Engineer, Adhesives Division, Henkel Corporation Reprint Info >> Changing requirements and regulatory restrictions can play a major role when making material decisions. Solar module manufacturers continuously search for automated fabrication methods that will reduce production costs and time requirements. Adhesives have proven themselves to be fast and cost-effective automated assembly…
Bud Industries Inventory Means Fast Delivery Enclosure Products
Bud Industries, a leading manufacturer of NEMA 4 enclosures, 19 inch racks and aluminum enclosures, has calculated that, if the Bud enclosures currently in inventory were placed end to end, they would span the length of 535 football fields. Bud has more products in inventory and available for immediate delivery than any other enclosure manufacturer.…