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IUV 2007 TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE
September 25 - 26
The Seelbach Hilton in Louisville, KY
Future directions in design and engineering
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Apem Offers High Quality 2600 Series Rocker Switches
 APEM Components, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high quality industrial switches, offers its 2600 Series of rocker switches. Known for its durability, reliability, and broad option range, APEM’s 2600 Series is designed for power applications with capacitive and inductive circuits as well as common resistive circuits. These switches are particularly well suited for a variety of industries, including commercial and business equipment, medical, security, industrial controls, transportation and automotive, and appliances.
APEM’s 2600 Series of rocker switches satisfies power ratings up to 15 amps at 250 VAC and features a minimum electrical life of 10,000 cycles at full load. Other electrical specifications include maximum initial contact resistance of 10 milliohms, minimum dielectric strength of 2500 V rms between terminals and 3000 V rms between terminals and metal mounting panel.
Single and double pole models are available in ON-ON, ON-OFF and ON-OFF-ON, in both maintained and momentary electrical configurations with 2 or 3 positions. Numerous cosmetic color options are offered with a selection of 3 different rocker shapes, while the frame is available in 5 color selections or chrome plate. The 2600 Series includes both illuminated and non-illuminated models, with an extensive variety of lamp options as well as illuminated rockers or rockers with illuminated windows. Standard or special rocker markings are also available.
All 2600 Series models have a bezel size of .984" width by 1.259" length, project through a front panel .890", and securely snap fit into a panel cutout .866" x 1.181". Materials include a high temperature plastic case, polyamide actuator and frame and silver or silver plated copper contacts. Terminal choices include 1/4" solder lug/quick connects or screw and clamp types. Various models also carry and are labeled with UL, CSA and VDE recognition markings.
Pricing for a double pole ON-OFF unit, model no. 2641LH/2A212000L0 is $1.61 each at 1,000 pieces.
About APEM
Since 1952, APEM has been a leader in the manufacturing of high quality miniature and industrial switches. Offering one of the broadest product lines on the market, APEM’s switch line includes pushbuttons, rockers, slides, DIPs, rotaries, tacts, keylocks, pushwheels and snap-action switches. APEM also provides a wide range of industrial controls, membrane switches, panels, and keypads. For more information about APEM or its broad line of products, contact APEM Components, Inc., 63 Neck Road, P.O. Box 8288, Haverhill, MA 01835 at 978-372-1602 or visit the company’s website at www.apem.com/gr.
Atlas Copco Construction Tools Names New VP, Marketing and Communications
 Atlas Copco Construction Tools LLC has appointed Rich Aaronson as its new vice president of marketing and communications. In this new position, Aaronson will oversee and direct all advertising, public relations and marketing efforts for Atlas Copco’s Construction Tools division in the United States.
Prior to joining Atlas Copco, Aaronson spent two years as director of marketing for fasteners at Danaher Corporation. Aaronson’s previous industry experience also includes five years in the Netherlands with Skil Power Tools, where he served as director of marketing for the company’s European division.
Originally from Long Island, N.Y., Aaronson has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and a master’s degree in business administration from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
“Atlas Copco has a wealth of opportunities for growth,” said Aaronson. “The overall business outlook is very positive, and our organization is highly motivated to make an impact in the market. I’m really excited to be a part of the team.”
Quick Cross Reference Guide Now Available From Luber-Finer
Luber-finer, a division of Champion Laboratories, Inc., and a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty filtration products for the transportation, off-road/mining, marine, agriculture and automotive light truck industry, recently released a helpful and user-friendly Quick Cross Reference Guide. The guide equips current and prospective Luber-finer customers with another tool that will make their jobs easier and more productive through the use of its easy-to-use product cross-reference capabilities.
The new Quick Cross Reference Guide was developed to compliment Luber-finer’s application catalogs and provide owner/operators and fleets with a fast, reliable guide for referencing Luber-finer products. The full-color brochure displays the applications and reference numbers of products that include lube filters, coolant filters, heavy-duty filters, hydraulic filters, fuel/water separators, and air filters.
 Luber-finer and other supplier reference numbers are featured together, demonstrating that Luber-finer has a filter for every application; confirming Luber-finer’s value proposition, “One Stop Shopping.” The Quick Cross Reference Guide is the ultimate reference for customers shopping for a complete line of efficient filters.
For more information on the new Quick Cross Reference Guide, please contact your local Luber-finer representative.
Luber-finer, a division of Champion Laboratories, Inc. is a global manufacturer of heavy duty filtration products, providing premium filtration solutions for all fleets and on highway, as well as all off-road applications such as heavy construction, mining, agriculture, oil and gas industry and marine. Luber-finer has been a trusted name in filters since 1936, providing high efficiency performance in the most demanding work environments. For more information visit www.luberfiner.com or call (800) 851-3641.
New Safety Campaign Will Save Lives
A new safety campaign to encourage all users of boom type platforms to wear a full body harness with a short lanyard attached to a suitable anchor point has been launched by Aerial Work Platform Training (AWPT) in North America. Called “Click It!”, the campaign has received the approval of the Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) and is similar to successful promotional campaigns encouraging people to wear their seatbelts when riding in a car
The new program’s initiative came from companies frustrated with the fact that people are dying in boom type lifts because they are not wearing a harness that would keep them from being thrown or catapulted from the platform. To remind and encourage people to wear a harness, AWPT had that advice printed on stickers that can be placed on the boom lift where they can be seen by all occupants in the platform. In addition, AWPT has made available a document titled “Technical Guidance Note AWPT H1” that provides information on their recommendation for the proper use of harnesses and lanyards on different types of aerial platforms. Information on both can be found on-line at www.awpt.org.
Called “Clunk Click!” in the UK where it was first introduced, the campaign is being promoted worldwide by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), AWPT’s parent organization. To date, thousands of stickers have been printed and distributed throughout the UK and the program has spread rapidly. At the recent Bauma show, international versions of the program were launched at the IPAF stand including the German “Click Clack!”, Italian “Clic Clac!”, French “Un petit Clic!” and other versions of the program in Dutch and Spanish.
“In countries where the program has already been introduced, major rental companies and others took the initiative to promote the program because unnecessary fatal accidents were happening when occupants were catapulted out of boom platforms because they were not wearing harnesses,” said IPAF managing director Tim Whiteman. “These simple stickers can save lives.”
Although the “Click It!” program is officially being introduced in North America at the Saf-T Conference that follows the Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) Convention in Long Beach, California on July 20, the program is already starting to gain momentum. Skyjack, a major aerial work platform manufacturer, has committed to placing the “Click It!” stickers on all boom lifts that leave their factory and a number of major rental companies have expressed interest in placing this vital message on all boom lifts in their rental fleet.
If your organization is interested in obtaining “Click It!” stickers for your machines or copies of “Technical Guidance Note AWPT H1”, visit www.awpt.org. Small quantities of stickers are available free of charge and larger quantities or custom-printed versions can be ordered for a nominal price. Downloadable artwork is also available on-line for printing your own stickers.
KYB America Announces Release of 4th Generation Mini-Motion Package
KYB America announces the introduction of the fourth generation Mini-Motion Package (MMP4) is now available to customers. The MMP4 is an electric over hydraulic linear actuator featuring an integrated cylinder, motor, pump and valve. The lightweight and compact unit features extension forces up to 2000 pounds.
 The MMP4 is a completely self contained unit that requires no external piping, thus eliminating the possibility of external oil leakage. The sealed hydraulic system also allows for the unit to have no restrictions on mounting orientation.
The MMP4 comes standard with a IP67 weatherproof rating. Compared to electric actuators, the MMP4 offers better shock absorption, higher standard IP rating, low amp draw and no mechanical clutches or gears. Additionally, the MMP4 has different relief valve settings allowing for different forces for the extension and retraction strokes.
The MMP4 will be on display at the Green Industry and Equipment EXPO October 25-27, 2007 in Louisville, Kentucky at the KYB Booth # 4165.
The MMP4 will be on display at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2008 March 11-15, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada at the KYB Booth #S-13805.
Established in 1974, KYB America LLC is a subsidiary of KYB Corporation, a worldwide leader in mobile hydraulic components. Located in Addison, Illinois, KYB America serves the North American market with a full sales, engineering and service staff. Among the products offered are cylinders, gear pumps, travel motors, low speed high torque motors and valves.
Multiquip's Power Buggies: The Ultimate in Versatility
The Whiteman WBH-16 Series concrete and material handling power buggies from Multiquip are the most innovative, advanced buggies on the market. The 16-cubic-foot capacity units, which include the industry’s only all-wheel-drive model in that size, are ideal for landscaping applications, material sub-base distribution, jobsite cleanup, concrete spreading, spot pouring, and material transport.
 The WBH-16 series which is powered by a 13-HP Honda engines come with recoil and electric recoil start (WBH-16E). The WBH-16EAWD all wheel drive model is powered by 18-HP Vanguard engine. These buggies feature a heavy-duty frame with a low center of gravity for increased stability and traction, a 5.5-gallon fuel tank, and a 6-inch dump height — the most clearance in its class — allowing the operator to maneuver over any form height.
All buggies can transport up to 2,500 lbs. on dual wheels, 1,000 lbs. on single wheels and also meet the ASME standard.
Other features include an 8 to 10 percent greater dumping reach than most competitive models on the market; 5 percent greater dumping angle than the competition eliminating the need to manually remove material; an infinitely variable, fully hydrostatic drive system for smooth and steady operation; and a unique tub design that reduces concrete splatter.
In addition, these buggies include a polyethylene bucket, multiple lift points for easy loading, a fully hydraulic dump that can be controlled by a hand lever or foot pedal and removable tires for easy access to narrow work areas. Foam-filled tires are also available.
Multiquip is a leading supplier of concrete placement, cutting and finishing products; compaction equipment; welders; generators; pumps; and more. Offices are located at 18910 Wilmington Ave., Carson, CA 90746. For more information, call 800/421-1244 or visit www.multiquip.com.
New Multi-Purpose Borescope with UV and White Light LEDs
Tracer Products has introduced the patented TP-9350 COBRA™, the only multi-purpose borescope that makes it possible for technicians to inspect and leak check hard-to-see components without expensive disassembly. It is perfect for inspecting A/C systems, fuel systems, EVAP systems, radiators, internal engine and transmission parts, and much more.
The cordless, lightweight COBRA borescope features a flexible, yet rigid, 24-inch cable that maintains its position in tight areas. A clip-on inspection mirror provides the added capability to detect flaws normally hidden from view. Four “AA” alkaline batteries power two service-free, integrated solid-state LEDs (UV for fluorescent leak detection and detecting surface flaws, and bright white for component inspection). Fluorescence-enhancing glasses for use with UV light and fluorescent leak detection dyes (dyes sold separately) are also included. All components are packed in a sturdy plastic carrying case with a foam insert.
For more information about the Tracerline™ TP-9350 COBRA borescope, write to Tracer Products, P.O. Box 10324, Westbury, New York 11590. Call toll-free
1-800-641-1133 or fax 1-800-354-2353. Outside the United States and Canada, call 516-333-1254 or fax 516-876-8411. Website at www.tracerline.com.
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