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INew TSK Measuring SystemPerforms Continuous Radial' Scanning

TSK America has unveiled itsRadiance Radial Measuring System(RMS), a solution for complex rotarymeasuring challenges. The all-new RMSpermits unrestricted rotary scanning ofparts such as gears, turbine blades, conesand other shapes with reduced cycletimes and improved accuracy for com-plex measurements. The measuringrange of the RMS is 1m in diameter and.0.6 m vertically, yet the machine occu-pies less than 2.5 m2 of floorspace.

The Radiance Measuring Systemallows manufacturers to collect informa-tion quickly and accurately. Linear accu-racy in the X and Z axes is 2 microns;the U2 (X and Z axes) is 2.0 + U500microns. Angular accuracy is 3 arc-sec-onds ..Acceleration is 1000 mmls2 alongthe linear axes (X and Z) and 250 mrn/s?along the Y (round) axis. Measuringspeeds are up to 250 mmJs. "The mainadvantage to the Radiance is that for thefirst time ever, users can complete a fullradial scan.of a nonrotating part withoutprobe changes or reorientation," saidJack Epstein, TSK product manager anddeveloper of the Radiance concept. Formore information, contact TSK AmericaAdvanced Metrology Division at (800)247-9875.

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Guvson Introduces New Rotal'\'Indexing Blast System

Guyson Corporation announces theintroduction of the Model RXS-lOOOindexing spindle-blast machine. Thismidsized system is applicable to a widevariety of impact treatment operationssuch as shot peening, deburring, cos-metic finishing, etching and surfacepreparation, in which 360-degree cover-age is required on components that mustbe handled and blasted individually.

Up to 12 component-holding spindlesare located around the perimeter of themachine's 42" diameter indexing table.Components. more through separateentry, blast and airwash chambers. withinthe blast cabinet before returning to tbefront load/unload position. Vertical slid-ing doors, actuated by pneumatic cylin-ders, are available to seal the blast enclo-sure and isolate dust and noise from thework environment. The overall dimen-sions of the blast cabinet are approxi-mately 72" high by 55" wide by 80" deep(183 em x 140 em x 203 em). A fulldepth door with abrasion-protected viewwindows on each side of the cabinetenables full access for inspection, adjust-ment and maintenance, For more infor-mation contact John Carson, GuysonCorp., at (518) 587-7894 or via e-mail atjccarson@guyson.com.

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Thomson Industries Introduces theUltraTRUE Planetary Gearhea.d

The UltraTRUE Planetary Gearheadhas the highest radial load capacity, lipto 8,500 lbs., of all the Thomson Micronplanetary gearheads. This ultra-precisegearhead was designed for the hightorque performance requirements of toolchangers and plasma and waterjet cut-ting equipment The UltraTRUE has twoimportant features: a standard 4-arc-minute backlash and crowned helicalcarburized steel gears that are hardenedto a minimum of HRC 60 and flank-fin-ished after heat treating for ultra smoothperformance. The UltraTRUE provideslifetime lubrication and features a self-aligning RediMount system that speedsmounting to virtually any motor. Formore information, contact Thomson at(516) 467-8000 or send E-mail to gear-heads@thomsonmail.com

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INew Small Parts Washer fromCincinnati Industrial MachineryCincinnati Industrial Machinery

introduces its small parts washer with aunique 360Q rotation and separationdesign. The washer feamres a special S-shaped track to guide round parts fromside to side to ensure complete andproper cleaning. Parts remain separatedthroughout the wash and blow off stagesvia stationary slots. The brass dryingtrays prevent the parts from marring,which occurs with other metal trays.

For more information, contact KeithWilliams, industrial systems sales man-ager, at (513) 769-0700 or by fax at(5]3) 769-0697.

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AI'pha I'ntroduces Till' low-Bac'klashPlanetary Gear Reducer

Alpha Hear Drives. Inc., hasan-nounced the introduction of the TP Low-Backlash Planetary Hear Reducer.

The Dew TP gear reducer features aminimum backlash of Iessthan J-arc-minute. which is the lowest of any gearreducer currently available. The unitalso offers an advanced motor mountingsystem that provides unparalleled motorshaft thermal expansion compensation. l

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~planetary gear train. This creative design iensures maximum torque transmission, 1high efficiency (:>95%). and the least Iaudible noise. Because of its superior !engineering, the Alpha TP is guaranteed Ito have the longest service life available !today. For more infomation callAlpha at !(847) 439-0700. !

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:'",.1 New Digital R.eadout for HydraulicExpansion Arbors

MyTec GmbH (Germany) has intra-includes the scanning head, translation i duced a new digital readout system tostage, acquisition and, inspection soft- i monitor and control internal arbor/chuckware, training, and even the PC. The sys- i pressures, Advantages of the Dewsystemtem was developed for speed, accuracy, ! include better expansion control whenease-of-use, and affordability. In particu- : working with thin-walled parts and con-lar,the system introduces new technolo- fumation of full pressurization. Un:ifonngies to simplify fixruring, to streamline clamping, especially in gear grindingscan ahgnrneat, and to reduce noise. For and advanced aerospace applications, ismore information contact Joel Bisson. another benefit. For more mtormationpresident, at (613) 7494445 Of via e- contact Eurotech at (414) 781-6777 or

ShapeGrabber C'ompuler-AidedI'nspection System IReleased

Virana Corporation has announced itsnew ShapeGrabber Computer-Aided In-spection system for Part-ta-CAD verifi-cation and inspection.

The tightly integrated ShapeGrabber

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Grieve Introduces iNewElectric Walk-in Oven

Grieve Corporation announces theintroduction of its new No. 822 500°Felectric walk-in oven, Workspace di-mensions inside this unit measure 72"wide by 96" deep by 78" high. 60 kWpower is installed in Incoloy sheathestubular heating elements while a 6000CFM, 5 lIP recirculating blower pro-vides a combination airflow, whichsweeps around the workload, travelingupward to a return duct,

This Grieve walk-in oven features analuminumized steel interior and exteri-or, double doors at each end and aremovable top-mounted heat chamber.Operat-ing and safety equipment onthis unit includes a digital indicatingtemperature controller, manual resetexcess temperature controller with sep-arate heating element control contac-tOTS, recirculating blower airflow safetyswitch and a fused disconnect switch.For more information contact Frank !:Calabrese, national sales manager for lGrieve at (847) 546-8225 or by fax at I(847)546-9210. !

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Mori Seiki Develo,ps New latheand Machining Cenler

Mari Seiki introduces the MT-250, alathe and machining center combinationthat reduces fixmring, increases productflow and gives greater accuracy on verycomplex work pieces.

"The MT-250 is the new standard inintegrated machining and is the ultimatemachine for parts requiring multipleprocesses." said William Jone •NationalSales Manager for Morl Seiki. "We havegone beyond the conventional level oftechnology to create a machine that inte-grates full-scale turning and milling.Combining the lathe operations andmachining center allows for more accu-rate work pieces and the elimination ofextra handling in the shop."

The MT-250 features headstock onboth the 1efl and right sides, makingsetuptime shorter and promising highprecision machining. The spindle de-sign features the turning range from -90

degrees to +90 degrees, making obliquemachining possible. The MT~250 alsohas an automatic tool. changer thai car-ries 20 tools attached to the saddle. Theautomatic jaw changer eliminates semphassles when work pieces vary or requiremultiple machining. or more informa-tion. contact William Jones at (972) 929-8321 or by fax at (972) 929-0730.

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SendYOUf new productreleases to:6e8' Tec.hnology1401 Lun. Avenue.Elk Grove ViUa.ge, Il600D'7Fax: 847~437-6618..

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