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Arco launches a complete welding solution
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Ion Air Gun removes both static and dust
XAIRs Ion Air Gun removes static electricity, contaminants and dust from three-dimensional parts prior to labelling, assembly,
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painting or finishing. It is engineered for safe operation and is recognised to component safety standards. The shock-less Ion Air Gun neutralizes static electricity and cleans at distances up to 4.6 metres. The Ion Air Gun incorporates a high velocity air jet that uses a small amount of compressed air to entrain 80% of the total output airflow from the surrounding room air. An electrically energised emitter at the discharge end fills the entire airstream with positive and negative ions capable of neutralising high static charges in a fraction of a second. An optional regulator allows infinite adjustment of the air volume and velocity. A comfortable grip and hand position allows hours of continuous use without fatigue. The Ion Air Gun is quiet, lightweight and features a hanger hook for easy storage. The 3 metre shielded power cable is extremely flexible, designed for rugged use. Applications include cleaning moulded parts, pre- paint dust removal, furniture finishing and package cleaning prior to labelling or printing.
Good Hand UK Ltd. Tel: 01908 221151 Web:
www.goodhanduk.co.uk
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oth professional and amateur welders face a variety of risks each day, including eye injuries such as UV, IR and abrasion, electrical, fume and
radiation risks, burns and sparks, and extreme heat. With 732 injuries, including 205 major injuries and one fatal injury, reported in welding trades in 2010/11, it is vital that those risks are protected against adequately. However, finding all the required equipment in one, convenient place hasn’t always been easy. As the UK’s safety specialists, Arco has refreshed its comprehensive welding range that includes head to toe protection as well as workplace safety and factory equipment products offering a complete solution for the welder. With over 127 years of experience in workplace safety, Arco understands the challenges welders face and has developed the range to include items that are light in weight, ergonomic in design and comfortable, allowing the wearer to work with precision and confidence. The Arco welding range includes eye, face and head protection, respiratory protection, body, foot and hand protection, plus equipment for the welding working environment.
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roitwich-based Exmac Automation has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Adam Hartley as an Engineering Manager. He will work with the company’s existing conveying and material handling customers in the automotive and aerospace industries and provide additional support as the company strengthens its presence in the logistics, food and nuclear sectors. Adam has over 15 years materials handling experience, starting as an apprentice with a pharmaceutical company and progressing through design engineering roles and latterly as engineering manager with a bespoke materials handling company. He is enthusiastic about his move to Exmac which, as Britain’s leading conveying and material handling specialist, works predominately within highly-automated handling environments and offers new challenges and greater career opportunities. Welcoming Adam to the team, managing director Gary Sweeney says that his experience and enthusiasm complement Exmac’s ambitions to provide excellent engineering support for its customer and maintain strong growth in existing and new markets.
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Exmac Automation Tel: 01905 773851 Web:
www.exmacautomation.co.uk
Curtiss-Wright acquire PG Drives Technology
G Drives Technology is pleased to announce that the acquisition by Curtiss- Wright is now complete. PG Drives Technology is a leading designer and manufacturer of highly engineered controllers and drives used in a wide variety of advanced electric-powered industrial and medical vehicles. The business will operate within the Curtiss-Wright Controls Industrial division. “Curtiss-Wright is an
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ideal parent for PG Drives Technology and brings increased investment and resources to the business” said Hal Chenhall, Managing Director, PG Drives Technology. “PG’s advanced control technology is central to Curtiss-Wright’s strategy for diversification and expansion into mobility and industrial systems. We join the fast growing industrial division which includes Penny & Giles. Combined we are leaders in position measurement and control for the world’s most demanding industries.” “The acquisition of PG Drives Technology significantly strengthens and expands Curtiss-Wright's existing industrial controls business and provides growth in a new direction with a strong presence in the rapidly growing electric vehicle market," said Martin R. Benante, Chairman and CEO, Curtiss-Wright Corporation.
PG Drives Technology Ltd. Tel: 01425 271444 Web:
www.pgdt.com
New spray gun washer for solvent or water based paints
he Solutex Spray Gun Washer model 163 can be used to wash dirty spray guns automatically and manually whilst efficiently minimizing atmospheric emissions. This high quality unit is constructed completely in stainless steel and is compact in size but with enough room inside to fit a 60 litre drum to reduce liquid changes to a minimum. Two versions are available: 163 AX and 163 DX, both include a rear chamber where two spray guns can be automatically cleaned at the same time. At the front of the machine the worktop is fitted with a small pump for manual washing (or clean solvent collection) and a nebulizer for the final rinse. The washer 163 DX also has a liquid fed brush attached and is ideal for use with water-based paints. Both models can act as a mini spray booth to perform colour tests.
T Solutex 32 Tel: 01691 622225 Web:
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Many ways of being safe
he latest safety relay from leading automation supplier ifm electronic ltd may not look very big, but that belies it’s capabilities.
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relay will be very useful to many OEM’s and end users alike, as it can be used as either a stand-alone safety relay, or as part of an AS-interface Safety at Work network.
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AC041S complies with the latest safety standards, having certification to EN 954-1/SC 4, IEC 61508 / SIL3 and EN ISO13849-1/PLe. As a two-channel AS- interface safety monitor, The AC041S has more features than it’s predecessors, not least of which are the standard USB 2.0 interface and a chip card to backup up settings, and more than that are extra features built into the safety software allowing more functionality. The USB is for configuration and diagnosis on a PC with the user-friendly safety software from ifm electronic. As a stand-alone safety relay, the AC041S features four safe inputs or eight standard inputs/outputs locally. It is becoming more common with control devices nowadays to be able to configure a connection as input or output; the AC041S is no exception, increasing it’s versatility.
ifm electronic ltd. Tel: (020) 8213 2222 Web:
www.ifm.com
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