What's ahead at National Manufacturing Week

Here's a look at some of the products that will be featured at next month's show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois.

By -- Modern Materials Handling, 2/1/2001

March 5-8 McCormick Place

Chicago, Illinois

Monday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Tuesday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wednesday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Wheels that won't be stopped

Poly-Soft polyurethane tread offers quiet operation and resistance to foreign objects and debris. The tread measures 83-85 durometer on the Shore A scale. A range of wheel sizes is available, including 4 by 2 in., 6 by 2 in, 8 by 2 in., and 8 by 3 in.
Hamilton Caster & Mfg Co.
800-733-7655
www.hamiltoncaster.com

Easy loading with ergonomic positioner

The EZ-1 series EZ loader is an automatic self leveling, pneumatic pallet positioner with a rotating platform designed to position the load closer to the worker. This eliminates stooping or straining to reach work, which often leads to fatigue and injury. Loaders are available in 3,000 and 4,500 lb capacities with a vertical travel of 21-1/4 in.
Bishamon Industries Corp.
909-390-0055
www.bishamon.com

Supply chain solutions

The Visual Supply Chain is a complete line of enterprise and supply chain management software solutions. It features an easy-to-use graphical presentation that helps companies capture accurate, real-time data about their business process using warehouse management systems, enterprise resource planning, manufacturing software, customer relationship management and related software packages.
Lilly Software Associates
603-926-9696
www.lillysoftware.com

High-speed door

The Spiral high-speed door combines speed, aesthetics, and security for industrial and commercial applications. Opening at up to 60 in./sec, the door is suited to exterior doorways with moderate to heavy motorized traffic. Double-walled aluminum slats and full-height weather seal provide for a full protection from the elements while the variable-speed AC drive allows for smooth, quiet operation. Standard doors are up to 16 ft 4 in. wide by 21 ft high, but larger doors can be specially ordered.
Rytec Corp.
262-677-9046
www.rytecdoors.com

2-D bar code reader

The V530-R150 2-D code reader reads QR and DataMatrix two-dimensional bar codes on labels, printed circuit boards, metal, and glass. Features include a teach mode for quick set-ups, and an on-screen view and image analysis mode that provides viewable decoding information and help in troubleshooting. Without the lens, the camera measures just 48 mm long by 31 mm wide by 40 mm high.
Omron Electronics, Inc.
847-843-7900
www.info.omron.com 

Sense those objects

The OHDK 10 sensor detects objects regardless of color, texture, or reflectivity while simultaneously ignoring all background objects. It features a laser diode light source and produces a light spot of less than 0.2 mm at 40 mm from the sensor. The sensor monitors its own light output and self-adjusts for any environmental changes. With a sensing range of 20-100 mm, the sensor offers a response time of less than 500 microseconds.
Baumer Electric
800-937-9336
www.baumerelectric.com 

Software for the extended enterprise

Business applications that offer step-by-step evolution to the extended enterprise are available. The software is based on proven component technology and includes Web-based enterprise applications including customer relationship management and supply chain management components, Internet storefronts, e-markets, and e-procurement. The open portal framework provides seamless integration of all data sources from the fastest Web sites to point solutions.
IFS
888-437-4968
www.ifsna.com

Vacuums

Designed and manufactured for strength and durability, the CFM 3507W vacuum is suited for the metalworking, chemical, and food industries. Cast aluminum motors feature a maintenance-free, direct drive, eliminating couplings and belts. Optional accessories include a stainless steel container and components, and filter materials for special applications.
Nilfisk-Advance America, Inc.
610-647-6420
www.pa.nilfisk-advance.com

Barrier rail

A heavy-duty impact barrier rail has a maximum rating of 10,000 lb at 4 mph with up to 12 in. deflection. It features galvanized rail for low maintenance and multiple lengths for a variety of applications.
Torbeck Industries
800-333-0080
www.torbeckind.com

Create flow-through storage for picking

The Span-Track work cell can be added to most racking structures to create flow-through storage for assembly line picking and work-in-process applications. Full width rollers provide excellent flow and assure items arrive at the pick point while the modular drop-in design provides flexibility to easily rearrange and relocate track. The high-profile system installs on beams and is fully adjustable to fit changing product sizes and pick locations. A low-profile version installs between beams by use of hangers, leaving aisles clear for traffic.
Unex Manufacturing, Inc.
800-695-7726
www.unex.com

Identification tools

The newest members of a family of scalable PC plug-in vision boards and software provide a broad range of vision and automatic identification tools on a single platform.
RVSI Acuity CiMatrix
781-821-0830
www.rvsi.com

Computer cabinet

A deluxe computer cabinet offers security as well as protection from dust and dirt. Features include an acrylic window door that houses the monitor yet allows easy viewing, a pull-out keyboard drawer with hinged drawer front for easy keyboard access, and a full length hinged lockbar that secures contents. Also included are a side mounted fan with replaceable filter and a power strip inside the cabinet. Dimensions are 30 in. wide by 30 in. deep by 59 1/4 in. high.
Lyon Workspace Products
800-323-0096
www.lyonmetal.com

Powerful scanning

Delivering maximum, tilt-independent read rates with minimum code height out to 45 deg, the CLV 490 bar code scanner is suited to a wide range of pallet and parcel handling applications. The scanner has real-time, patented auto focus, providing optimum read rates at a maximum depth of field. It is just 3.6 by 4.5 by 4.7 in., and offers a reading range of 20 to 82.7 in.
SICK, Inc. 
952-941-6780
www.sickoptic.com

Wireless control

A variety of wireless radio remote controls are available to meet industrial needs. These wireless solutions can decrease operating costs while they enhance operator safety and increase productivity.
Control Chief Corp.
800-233-3016
www.controlchief.com

Customize your labels

The PowerMark sign and label maker creates custom safety signs, hazardous waste labels, maintenance and equipment labels, and warehouse markings. Various type styles and a library of symbols and pictures including OSHA and ANSI sign headers are included.
BradySignmark of Brady Worldwide
800-635-7557
www.bradysignmark.com

Online industrial marketplace

An online industrial exchange, www.thedock.com, is open to buyers and sellers of equipment in a broadrange of industries and categories, including the materials handling industry. Visitors can search by industry or keyword to find the equipment they need. The site allows buyers to contact sellers directly, either online or off.
The Dock
877-977-DOCK
www.thedock.com

Ethernet buscoupler

The Fieldbus Coupler uses Ethernet protocol to avoid the pitfalls of proprietary Ethernet data transmissions. It can be connected to the modules of the input/output system that feature analog, digital, and specialty function inputs and outputs.
WAGO Corp.
262-255-6222
www.wago.com

Rope hoists are durable, reliable

Low-maintenance electric wire rope hoists and trolleys are designed for heavy-duty, wire rope applications, including fabricating, die handling, paper mill, and production line work. The single-axis or in-line design, with motor, gearbox, and drum sharing the same axis, results in a low-profile and low-headroom hoist.
Harrington Hoists, Inc.
800-233-3010
www.harringtonhoists.com

Better safe than sorry at the dock

The Safe-T-Strut support system supports the weight of a raised leveler so employees can work safely underneath. It prevents potential accidents during maintenance, and can withstand the impact of a 10,000 lb fork truck colliding with the side of the raised leveler at 3-4 mph. Its through-the-lip extension keeps struts in place, even if the hydraulic dock leveler is raised to its maximum height.
Rite-Hite Corp. 
414-355-2600
www.ritehite.com

High-speed door

With a roll-up door, you get speed, aesthetics, and security all in one. It is designed for exterior doorways with moderate to heavy motorized traffic. The door features rigid, insulated aluminum slats and full-perimeter gaskets that, in conjunction with the door's high speed, help to conserve energy and reduce heating and cooling costs.
Rytec Corp.
888-GO-RYTEC
www.rytecdoors.com

Just touch that screen

Offering a bright 12.1 in. diagonal SVGA screen and advanced microprocessor, the Touch Star 9000+ sets a new standard as a high-performance industrial computer. This rugged touch-based industrial system features industry standard input/output, and supports both cabled and wireless networks.
Citadel Computer Corp.
603-672-5500
www.citadelcomputer.com