Two-Tiered Ultrasonic Diagnostics
Spectronics’ Spectroline® Marksman™ ultrasonic
diagnostic tool uses a two-tiered process for accurate
diagnosis. First, the receiver unit converts inaudible
sound into audible sound using a process known as
heterodyning. Then, the receiver’s Sound Signal Technology
™ fine-tunes the audible sound into the natural
sound emitted by the defect itself. A 10-bar LED display
indicates the intensity of incoming signals.
Spectronics Corporation
Westbury, NY
Software Tool For More
Efficient PMs
PMOptimization
by LAI Reliability
Systems is a combination
of cutting-edge
software and unique
processes to develop,
optimize and manage
your PMs. Optimization
is obtained
through three dimensions—Primary, Dynamic Failure-
Driven and Non-Value-Added—applying a streamlined
approach toward generation of RCM results. According to
the manufacturer, PM3 leads to the right task, performed
by the right skill, at the right interval and at minimal cost,
resulting in 40% improvement in labor, 35% in scheduled
downtime and 60% in PM parts cost while doubling PM
effectiveness. This software tool stands alone or works
directly with your CMMS in five languages.
LAI Reliability Systems, Inc.
Franklin, TN
New Rotary Torque Transducers
The Model T1
Torque Coupling
Rotary Torque
Transducer made by
Interface integrates
torque measurement
with a robust double
flex coupling. The
coupling and sensor
are entirely hollow,
allowing the shortest
possible distance
between the coupled
shaft ends. On-board
digital electronics provide a ±5V output, low-noise signal.
Powered by 12-28V DC, the strain gage-based product
offers precision rotary torque measurement in a bearingless,
contact-free design. Both smooth and keyed shaft style
hubs are available.
Interface, Inc.
Scottsdale, AZ
Pulse-Free Pumping
The Quizix precision
pumping systems
from AMETEK unit
Chandler Engineering
offer continuous pulsefree
flow or pressure
control at the high pressures
and temperatures
required to optimize
critical fluid delivery and
extraction applications.
Designed to provide years
of trouble-free operation,
they are capable of
delivering or receiving
at a constant pressure or flow rate from sub-nano liter/
minute to 400 ml/minute at pressures up to 20,000 psi.
Chandler Engineering
Broken Arrow, OK
GE-Qualified
LVRT Position Sensors
Macro
Sensors is
a GE SQE
(Supplier Quality
Engineering )
approved vendor
for Linear Variable
Reluctance
Transformer
(LVRT) position
sensors used on
General Electric
steam turbines.
The LVRTs are implemented for position measurement
on governor valves, throttle valves, reheat/stop valves
and interceptor valves, among others. Units come in a
range of configurations and outputs.
Macro Sensors
Pennsauken, NJ
Dry Bulk Valves
Vortex Valves’
Quantum
Series Orifice
Gate product is
designed to handle
dry bulk solids in
gravity flow, dilute
phase or vacuum
conveying up to
15 psig, depending
on size and modifications. Features include a full-flange,
weather-resistant design with improved sealing performance,
higher durability, easier maintenance and fewer
replacement parts. Sizes range from 2” to 4”.
Vortex Valves North America
Salina, KS
Expanded NDT Options
Olympus’ new
EPOCH XT
digital ultrasonic
flaw detector
now is offered with
an available B-scan
software option
that increases the
unit’s versatility for
many applications,
including monitoring of internally corroded storage
tanks, pipes and other critical structures. The option
provides readings at specific scan locations and has the
ability to automatically save A-scans for minimum thickness
data or when triggered by alarm conditions. The
scanning rate is up to 20 in./sec., with a measurement
resolution as thin as 0.020”.
Olympus NDT
Waltham, MA
Stock Electric Motors & Drives
Baldor’s new 580-page
stock products catalog,
known as the new 501,
details more than 10,000
Baldor·Reliance offerings,
including premium effi-
ciency, explosion-proof,
washdown, severe duty,
inverter/vector, farm duty,
brake and DC motors, in
a range of horsepowers.
It also contains a section
explaining 100+ common
modifications that can be
made to customize your motors prior to shipping. Micro
drives, controls, gearmotors and gear products, motor
accessories, grinders and generators are among the other
products featured in the new 501.
Baldor Electric Company
Fort Smith, AR