thin-film composite membranes, BetzDearborn's SoliSep products assure consistent SDI feedwater specifications as set by mem- branes manufacturers , increase resistance to filter breakthrough compared to metal coagulants, provide better color removal than organic polymers, and minimize f lushing t ime and b a c k w a s h waste. They are effective over a broad pH range. Circle 418 on the reader service card

STEEL F I N I S H I N G M E D I A Almco, Albert Lea, Minn.

Almco's steel media, in the shape of 1/a-in. balls, offers benefits in- cluding no sludge, which clogs drains; the media does not lodge in holes and o ther openings;

cleaner finished pats; and a life expectancy is 10 to 15 years. In addition, sharp edges are now re- moved from more parts in less time using steel media and the high-energy Almco vibratory fin- ishing sys tem--a Model V-26TF. Circle 419 on the reader service card

PAINT FILTRATION Chemco Mfg. Co., Northbrook, Ill.

Chemco's Maxima Paint Arres- tors offer a new technology for o v e r s p r a y col lect ion t ha t is 99.84% efficient and is ideal for high-volume spray painting appli- cations. Most importantly, it re- moves paint part iculates while maintaining booth airflow com- fo r t ab ly above f ede ra l ly pre- scribed minimums. A 2-in. micro-

filament weave incorporates sig- nificantly more strands per in. 3 than conventional weaves. This s t r u c t u r e a l lows p a r t i c u l a t e s across a broad range of sizes to fully depth-load, with minimal

American Paint Booths, Inc.

We offer a full line of automotive, truck, industrial and aircraft booths, prep stations, and mixing rooms. Full downdraft, side and semi-downdraft, crossdraft and reverse flow models are available. (Outside models also available.) Dimensions are designed to your specifications. Fans feature heavy-duty Dayton TEFC Motors sized to fit your booth. Three-stage filtration with extraction sys- tems is designed to remove up to gg percent of the particulate in the exiting airflow. Optional charcoal filtering meets NESHAP reg- ulations. Features standard and inside access light fixtures with color corrective bulbs and several light packages available. Heating features include direct and indirect models, and 100 per- cent fresh air and re-circulating cycles with up to 180 degree cure cycle. Special features include powder-coated walls, complete ducting packages, local availability of parts, shop design and lay- out service, and factory training installation crews.

Amer ican Paint Booths, Inc. 1255 G r o v e r Rd., St. Lou is , M O 6 3 1 2 5

1 - 8 8 8 - 4 8 0 - 3 2 9 2 • f a x 3 1 4 - 4 8 7 - 8 8 7 3

www.americanpaintbooth.com e-maih info@americanpaintbooth.com

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• Ultrasonic cleaning / ultrasonic rinsing / hot air drying • Multiple rinses - Tap & DI or Counter-Flowing • Combine with Pump/Filter Systems • Powerfur squarewave urtrasonics available in 40 or 80 Khz • Compact - 12" x 18" x 46" (power generator in separate cabinet) • 4 Chambers 10" x 12" x 8" ea. • Stainless steel construction • 1 yr/2 yr/Life Warranly • Over 25 years of Service

p.o. Box 734 450 W. Taft Drive, South Holland, IL 60473 800-276-2466 esmainc @ amer i tech.net www.esmainc.com

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