A comprehensive line of Loctite® adhesives, sealants, potting materials and threadlockers improves the reliability and helps lower the manufacturing costs of LED lighting devices. The material have a long life, even when used on components exposed to harsh conditions, such as extreme temperatures, dust/dirt, vibration and underwater submersion. In addition, there is an automated dispensing…
J.W. Winco Releases Two New Product Catalogs
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it has released two new full color catalogs showcasing over 350 new series of products. A 112-page, updated version of the company’s Product Overview Catalog features thumbnail photos and descriptions for its full line of 1,440 products. J.W. Winco’s 404-page New Products Supplement Manual features complete detailed information for 200 new…
Bag grippers with integrated high-performance ejectors
The trend in packaging continues to be innovative approaches that simplify complex processes. One example is Bag Grippers, which are specifically designed robot grippers that handle unstable, bag-type containers and shrink-wrapped packages. Each gripper has high suction power from its integrated ejectors. Even in the case of low suction power due to handling extremely porous…
J.W. Winco Latching Toggle Clamps Provide High Retaining Force
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers GN 852.1 Latch-Type Toggle Clamps with Locking Mechanism, in metric sizes. These RoHS compliant Latch Clamps are used when very high retaining forces are required. They also feature a locking mechanism that prevents the inadvertent or vibration-induced opening of the clamp. Another benefit of this clamp is the…
Lauren Manufacturing Produces Exclusive Silicone Dual Durometer
Lauren designed a new seal for a commercial door application from a well-known window and door company. This company requested a seal that could slide into a channel, while also possessing great compression properties, durability, weather-ability and high temperature resistance. Lauren’s in-house R&D offered silicone material as the best solution, while Lauren’s application engineers worked…
Steel And Stainless Steel Threaded Set Collars From J.W. Winco
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers series GN 706.3 Threaded Set Collars, in metric sizes. These threaded set collars are available in black steam oxidized sintered steel (Distaloy AB) or sintered stainless steel, European Standard No. 1.4404 (American Standard Series 316L). The steel version includes a DIN 912 socket cap screw, European 8.8 grade…
Latch type toggle clamps
Series GN 853 (steel) and GN 853-NI (stainless steel) Latch-Type Toggle Clamps with Locking Mechanism are available in metric sizes. These RoHS-compliant latch clamps feature a locking mechanism that prevents the inadvertent or vibration-induced opening of the clamp. Another benefit of this design is the ability to operate the clamp with one hand. Two versions…
Tips on waterproofing components in harsh environments
By Andrew Weiman, Managing Partner Engineering and Commercialization, Bresslergroup Three key steps will ensure components are properly sealed against liquids. Engineering products for use in harsh environments is both an art and a science. Though conceptually simple, the challenges of sealing tend to surprise and frustrate those without experience and continually challenge even experienced designers.…
Carbon-Graphites for Mechanical Applications
By Joe Boylan, Morgan AM&T The inherent porosity of carbon-graphites can be filled with a variety of impregnants to enhance chemical, mechanical and tribological properties. The terms carbon and graphite are often used interchangeably. This is unfortunate, as each form of the carbon element offers specific properties that can be used to benefit different types…
SCIGRIP® showcases marine adhesive technologies at 2012 IBEX Conference
SCIGRIP is showcasing its SG100 Series methacrylate adhesives in Booth #1520 at the 2012 International Boat builders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) in Louisville, KY. The newly reformulated SG100 Series delivers superior adhesion properties, while requiring minimal surface preparation for bonding a wide range of materials used in boatbuilding and marine applications.” SG100 Series are two-part…