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NEW PRODUCTS
Pre-Engineered Robotic Welding Cells
ESAB Welding & Cutting Products introduced three models of the new
Swift Arc series of pre-engineered, robotic welding cells: Swift Arc AL
(angle-load), Swift Arc FL (front-load), and Swift Arc SL (side-load)
robot cells. Each system is an economic configuration for a complete
work cell and is ideal for job shops introducing robotics to their
applications. The complete robotic system is delivered ready-to-weld.
Just hook up the input power, gas, and wire to start welding. The stateof-the-art
welding power source and wire feeder are offered as standard
components, designed to minimize spatter and burn-through on thin
materials. TruArc Voltage is another standard feature offered to provide
accurate voltage information for critical welding. Other standard features
include harmonized motion between the robot and external axes, open
architecture Windows HMI, easy teaching with the PC-based controller,
constant wrist orientation function, and electronic mastering for quick
calibration. (www.esab.com)
Electronic Voltage Detector
HD Electric Co.'s new single-range TAG-200,
multi-range TAG-200MR, and single-range
TAG-330 are electronic voltage detectors
designed for detecting distribution and
transmission voltages. These direct contact
type detectors emit both audible and visual
indications when placed in contact with
an energized conductor. TAGs are designed
for overhead and underground applications
with optional underground bushing probes.
(HDElectricCompany.com)
Ram Position Sensors
Alliance Sensors Group launched the MR Series of linear position sensors for use in measuring the ram
position of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. The MR Series is designed to be a drop-in form, fit, and
function replacement for magnetostrictive sensors but with much more robust construction and a lower cost
of ownership, specifically targeting port-mounted applications of industrial, mobile, or subsea hydraulic
cylinders and large pneumatic actuators.
MR Series sensors are based on a patented contactless inductive sensing technology that employs a
solid probe construction style that requires only a simple conductive tubular target or a small-diameter
deep-hole gun drilled in the cylinder rod for operation rather than needing a permanent magnet ring or
some other type of special target. Because these sensors use a simple coil design rather than " time-offlight "
technology, the MR Series sensors can withstand intense shocks and vibration as well as operating
temperatures up to 85C for standard products and 125C for custom units. Resembling a magnetostrictive
sensor with its sensor head and male o-ring port threads, an MR sensor has a shorter stroke-to-probe length
ratio and can thread into the same o-ring bosses (either SAE J1926-8 or ISO 6149-1 M18) that accept a
magnetostrictive sensor. (www.alliancesensors.com)
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