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Synergy 3000 3.1
Zontec Inc., an international developer of Statistical Process Control (SPC) software solutions, today announced an update to its Synergy 3000™ for its customers worldwide.
Series GN 608.6
J.W. Winco Inc. offers series GN 608.6 Metric Size Indexing Plungers with Rest Position, Plate Mount, Lock-out Type.
XD Drills
Deep holes in one operation — when it comes to this, the XD drills from the Walter Titex brand are reportedly unbeatable.
Burning Table Material Handling
Walker Magnetics introduces a human machine interface (HMI) for burning table applications.
SX25 Microscopes
Vision Engineering's SX25 stereo zoom microscope has been designed to incorporate high quality optics without all of the unnecessary optional extras, keeping the cost down, making the SX25 microscope an affordable option.
XAM-1 Measuring Microscope
Available with a digital micrometer that shows readings in 0.00005-inch (0.001mm) divisions, the new XAM-1 Measuring Microscope from Titan Tool Supply Inc. provides precision measurements that are not limited by magnification, field of view, or a calibrated reticle for its measuring capacity.
Heavy-Duty Workholding
For larger, heavier work pieces, requiring beefier locating and clamping hardware, STEVENS Engineering Inc. offers its heavy-duty workholding system.
Extra-Light Live Centers
Riten Industries Inc.'s Extra-Light live centers are designed specifically to turn or grind parts weighing as little as two ounces.
Type 321 Heat Treating Sheets
Precision Brand Products introduces a safer, more economical alternative to the standard tool wrap rolls, 12" x 24" type 321 Heat Treating Sheets.
Managed Maintenance Program
PRAB's customer service field technicians are available for routine scheduled maintenance to ensure conveyors and chip processing systems are working properly and at peak efficiency. The Managed Maintenance Program (MMP) is designed to keep customers operating smoothly for years to come.
Microgage 2D
Pinpoint Laser Systems is introducing a new, multi-purpose universal alignment kit to improve machinery alignment and enhance production efficiency.
HT-4200 Tachometer fits in shirt pocket
Ono Sokki Technology Inc.'s new HT-4200 tachometer is small, thin, and lightweight, weighing less than 4-½ oz., not only does it fit in your hand, it also easily slips into your shirt or pants pocket.
