May, 2008

Capacity Assurance Marketplace

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

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