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April 2012
SPECIAL: Material Handling
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IN FOCUS
SAFEXPRESS: The Knowledge Leader of Supply Chain & Logistics Industry
Safexpress started its operations in the Indian logistics segment as a door-to-door service provider in 1997. Growing at a phenomenal rate, Safexpress today is the undisputed leader in the field of supply chain & logistics. We cater to diverse business verticals like Apparel & Lifestyle, Healthcare, Hi-Tech, Publishing, Automotive, Engineering & Electrical Hardware, FMCG & Consumer...
Gandhi Automations : Pioneering the entrance automation technology business
GAPL: Since its inception Gandhi Automations is continuously working on not only improving the products offered to clients but also services attached to it. To support this mission the company has set up a 100,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Bhiwandi and this year has set up a manufacturing facility of 80,000 sq. ft. Expansion is a key strategy with Gandhi Automations.
VANJAX : The hydraulic equipment experts with technology excellence forte
VANJAX at Chennai (Tamil Nadu) (Ambattur & SRIPERUMBUDUR) has completed 33 years. Began as a marketing Company dealing in industrial hydraulics tools and equipment it soon started following the path that led to it being more and more innovative and manufacturing oriented industrial unit.
BUSINESS NEWS
Cognex launches industrial vision system with the world’s fastest acquisition speed
Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world’s leading supplier of machine vision systems, introduces the In-Sight® 500. With the fastest acquisition speed of any industrial vision system, the In-Sight 500 can inspect parts on the very fastest production lines. The In‐Sight 500 vision system is a high‐performance, fixed‐mount vision system packaged in a rugged, IP65‐rated housing.
Schneider Electric is launching Go Green in the City 2012, its international case competition for students
Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, announced the launch of the second edition of Go Green in the City, its innovative competition open to students in nine countries all over the world. As for the first edition, candidates should present a case study focusing on energy solutions for cities.
Danfoss collaborates with prestigious education institute in India
Danfoss announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with IIT Madras, India, an education institute with expertise within research in power electronics and power quality solutions. The collaboration will enhance new technologies in Climate & Energy. IIT Madras is a premium Institute in India with the requisite faculty and facilities to conduct applied research in business opportunities that Danfoss Power Electronics may pursue in the future.
Elecon Engineering further consolidates its numero uno position in manufacturing gear boxes
Elecon Engineering Company Limited, one of the India’s largest Material Handling Equipments and Transmission Products manufactures, announced that it has built a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant as an expansion of the Elecon Gear Division.
Speedy delivery: Optimising parts management keeps production on schedule
Fischcon PV, the Dutch-based manufacturer of custom hydraulic packs and firefighting systems used in oil and gas exploration, found that creating a single, transparent process for managing the procurement of authorised components accelerated order fulfillment and provided numerous customer benefits.
One Factory – One Year – One Environmental Project
HARTING Hong Kong and Zhuhai HARTING awarded the “Hang Seng PRD Environmental Award “Green Medal
ExxonMobil showcased its Grease Technology at Lubricating Grease Conference
ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt Ltd. will showcase Mobil-branded greases from the ExxonMobil Fuels, Lubricants and Specialties Marketing Company, a division of Exxon Mobil Corporation, at the 14th annual Lubricating Grease Conference, February 2 – 4, 2012 at Hotel Clarks, Amerin Jaipur.
New Fluke 985 particle counter delivers high accuracy indoor air quality measurements
Fluke Corporation introduces the Fluke® 985 Particle Counter, a rugged, highly accurate meter that measures airborne particles to troubleshoot and monitor indoor air quality (IAQ). The 985 is ideal for facility maintenance, HVAC and IAQ professionals to monitor cleanroom and conduct HVAC filter testing and IAQ commissioning and investigations in buildings.
Haas expects good trade at Diemould 2012
Haas Automation India will be aiming to capitalise on the recent resurgence in demand for high-tech production equipment. According to the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA), demand for CNC machines climbed 20% in the last financial year – around two-thirds of CNC machines sold in India are imported.
TECHNOLOGY BYTES
CIH (Control in hand) SMS based wireless switches
CIH (Control In Hand) is a SMS Based wireless switch system which can be used for monitoring and controlling of any electrical device or a machine in an Industry, factory, home, office and/or commercial premises. The system is available as Industrial grade and Home Grade.
HE165-CS - Wooden sheds and featherbeds
In the 1950’s Enzo Ferrari referred to precocious, British, Formula 1 teams as garagisti, a condescension suggesting that as humble garage dwellers they should be taken less seriously than the Maranello scuderia, which liked to see itself as motor racing aristocracy; a blue-blood in a sport of oily-rag upstarts. It would have been more accurate, however, if the ‘Old Man’ had referred to his racing adversaries as shed-ites.
New smarter CXT cranes: Saves time & money
Konecranes new CXT cranes just got smarter. The new CXT cranes are designed and manufactured to meet the common material handling requirement in industries i.e. safety and reliability. The CXT Smart crane, an advanced version of CXT crane, has intelligent assisting features that help to make anyone a good crane operator.
Increased uptime by reduced maintenance on bearings
Ingress: The typical operating environment for a bulk conveyor often leads to premature bearing failures in the head and tail pullies, the take-up pulley and the impact idlers. In these locations, the ingress of dirt, sand and other abrasive contaminants into the bearing is virtually impossible to stop unless special steps are taken.
Kennametal named among world’s most ethical companies
Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) announced that it has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by The Ethisphere Institute, a leading international think-tank dedicated to the creation, advancement and sharing of best practices in business ethics, corporate social responsibility, anti-corruption and sustainability.
PRODUCT SHOWCASE
CST : PTE5000
The PTE5000 utilizes KAVLICO’s Thin Film strain Gauge sensing technology, incorporating a hermetically sealed design with no internal sealing required. Designed for harsh environments, rugged 304 stainless steel housing surrounds the PTE5000 transducer.The PTE5000’s small, compact design as well as low overall weight is ideal for applications with spacing and weight limitations.
New Fluke 771 Milliamp process clamp meter
Now you can measure 4-20 mA signals without breaking the loop Measure 4-20 mA signals without breaking the loop with this new, compact clamp meter for PLC and control systems analog I/O. The detachable clamp with extension cable allows users to take measurements in tight locations, and the built-in spot light illuminates hard to see wires in dark enclosures.
Gandhi Automations offers SMART RESET – Rapid roll-up door with self-repairing full curtain
Smart high performance and self-repairing, Heavy duty automatic flexible door featuring a special and innovative self-repairing system; should the curtain accidentally get dislodged, it will automatically be recovered with a simple opening and closing operation.
Chemical resistant Epoxy Insulation Coating
Nansulate® EPX insulation, corrosion prevention, chemical and flame resistant coating by Industrial Nanotech, Inc. was created for insulation of pipes, tanks, and equipment to reduce energy costs and stand up to harsh environments. This two-part epoxy formula is splash resistant to acids, bases, and fuels and also reduces heat transfer to lower energy demand. Easily applied with a texture sprayer, trowel or stiff brush while equipment is in-service.
Digital humidity and temperature indicating controller- HT-2153
HT-2153 is Dual Channel Temperature and Humidity Indicating controller. It uses Solid state Digital Sensor for Temperature from -10.00 to 99.99 degree C and 0-99.99 RH; the advantage of digital sensor built with its own Micro controller is it can be carried over long distance without noise and disturbance over cable length of 20 mtrs.
Nine9 Indexable engraving tools
Nine9 offers a new revolutionary concept of engraving tools with indexable carbide inserts which has ability to obtain higher speeds and feed rates in order to produce high quality engraving with all materials.
Export packing the environmentally friendly way!
>VpCI®-130 series foams is the global industry standard for export packaging of machinery, equipment and components. This line of products is represented by unique, flexible packaging materials that combine VpCI® corrosion protection, cushioning and desiccant action, plus excellent antistatic capabilities - all in one step, enabling customers to eliminate expensive and messy rust preventatives.
Electronic ultrasonic pest repeller
DE Electronic Ultrasonic Pest Repeller is a hightech electronic device to repel rats, insects, lizards, cockroaches, pigeons and spiders etc. You can use it to repel pigeons in factory sheds, godowns, warehouses etc and also to repel rats in computer room, cable trenches, control room, stores, offices etc. Just plug in 220 VAC socket, switch ON and forget. Your machine is ON for working 24 hours continuously day and night.
Din rail mounted socket & switches
Din Rail Mounting sockets and switches have a unique feature which allows them to be mounted on standard Din 35 Rail. These Switches and Sockets are designed as per Indian Standards and are available in 6 Amps and 16 Amps ratings. The switches are available in single and double pole configurations.
EMC cable gland
EMC Cable Glands are used in applications which involve shielded cables for electromagnetic protection. These Glands help in maintaining electromagnetic integrity of the shielded cable by just tightening the gland. To get perfect shielding, the outer sheath of the cable is passed through the EMC gland. Tightening the gland enables a special spring inside the gland to come in contact with cable braiding.
Thermal imagers - testo 875 Thermal imager with 160 x 120 pixels and Thermal Sensitivity of 80Mk
Thermal imagers measure the infrared energy emitted by surfaces remotely. The Infrared energy emitted by the object is focused on to an infrared detector. By the laws of Physics the Infrared energy emitted by the object is related to the temperature of the object. The Thermal Imager converts this infrared energy into a heat picture of the object which in thermal Imaging Terminology is known as a Thermogram.
Thermal imagers - testo 876 Thermal imager with 160 x 120 pixels in a Camcorder Design
Thermal imagers measure the infrared energy emitted by surfaces remotely. The Infrared energy emitted by the object is focused on to an infrared detector. By the laws of Physics the Infrared energy emitted by the object is related to the temperature of the object. The Thermal Imager converts this infrared energy into a heat picture of the object which in thermal Imaging Terminology is known as a Thermogram.
Airless 3W continuous loop hanger type blasting M/C for cleaning of engine blocks & heads
MEC SHOT, a pioneer name in Design & Manufacturing of Surface Preparation, Finishing, Shot Peening Machines, Media Conveying, Dust Collectors & Accessories. MEC SHOT, provide services of Air Operated Abrasive Blasting / Airless Shot Blasting & Shot Peening machines to various industries in India and Asian countries since 1992.
Digital sound level meter
FEATURES: • LCD digital display • Anolog bar indicator • Wide dynamic range • Auto/Manual range • Fast/Slow response selectable • MAX value hold function • A/C weighting selection • Date and time display • AC/DC auxilitary output • Memory function • RC232C interface • Computer record graph software • Back light • Low power indication
Handheld infrared thermometers
Handheld infrared thermometers are one of the most popular types of infrared pyrometer.
Vibration meter
• Large measuring range, displacement up to 18.1mm • Analyzer of acceleration, velocity, displacement, rotation speed, Frequency • Three common display modes: Peak acceleration, Velocity in RMS, and Displacement in peak-to-peak. • Special mode display all three above options simultaneonsly. • Spectrum mode display spectrum charts. • Status bar on display with warning and alarm limit.
Interviews
R. STAHL : Where technology & passion combine to produce exciting hazardous area solutions
As a leading supplier of products, systems & services for explosion protection, R. STAHL offers several decades of experience. With it’s multiple manufacturing locations across the globe, R. STAHL caters to international requirements as well as those of the specific regions, with respect to the product certification and approvals.
Srimanta Overseas : Endeavouring the mission of complete customer satisfaction
According to industry experts, the Indian auto component industry will cross US$ 100 billion mark by 2020, growing at 15 per cent while its share in the worlds is also likely to grow to over 3 per cent by 2015-16. Not only domestic demand, India is poised to scale new heights in terms of exports as well and expected exports to be worth US$ 29 billion by 2020-21
HPL: The Technology Brand of India
Founded in the year 1956, the HPL Group is a major player in Indian electrical industry with a comitment to state-of-the-art technology for manufacturing world class products. Serving the nation for the last fifty six years with time-tested, reliable and well-proven products, HPL with its firm belief in a simple yet effective philosophy of 3‘D’s namely Duty to Work, Discipline to Quality and Devotion to Customer .
Techno Products : Changing the dynamics of power transmission business
TECHNO PRODUCTS Development Pvt Ltd is an ISO 9001-2000 certified company established in the year 1999 to provide products & services to industries for all power transmission requirements, like Geared motors, Gear boxes / Reducers, Variable Frequency Drives etc. We cater to varied industries namely Power, Cement, Sugar, Steel, Material Handling, Windmill, etc.
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