Microchip's MCP3903 six channel analog front end is ideal for three-phase energy measurement, power monitoring, and other applications requiring multiple high-accuracy ADCs. The MCP3903 features high-accuracy 16/24-bit delta-sigma A/D converters, internal programmable gain amplifiers, an internal voltage reference, and phase-delay compensation with up to 91 dB SINAD.

Communication with the MCP3903 is done via the SPI interface enabling control of the PGAs, oversampling ratio for control of the output data rate (up to 64 ksps), resolution, dithering, shutdown, and other communication features.

Thanks to its compact design and current capability up to 300 A, the modular connector CombiTac is perfectly suited for use in battery charging stations. The high-quality contacts ensure a long product life despite high mating cycles. Power contacts may be combined with signal contacts if required, e.g. for temperature monitoring during the charging process.

The CombiTac is easy to mate and has proven its worth in plug-in systems as well. Also available with DIN housing. For more details, visit www.multi-contact.com and build your own CombiTac online with the CombiTac configurator.

Visit Stäubli's brand new Web site at:
www.quick-mold-change.com.

• Increase the efficiency of your molding operations through reducing unproductive set-up and logistic times.

• See the possibilities with applying Stäubli equipment for mold loading, mold clamping, and energy connections.

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2011 marked the launch of the new enhanced Baldor•Dodge Type E-Xtra Roller Bearing with the most advanced mounted bearing sealing system on the market today.

The exclusive Baldor•Dodge "XTS" triplelip seal protects against contamination in dusty or wet environments.

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Join your peers and leading manufacturers for this complimentary, informative, and interactive online conference and trade show — right from the convenience of your desktop. Participate in any or all of the educational sessions, network with peers, and meet with manufacturers eager to showcase their latest products, services, and new technology offerings. Learn more about the educational sessions offered to meet your information needs, and register today!

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) certification programs meet the needs of industry. For over thirty years, ASNT has provided third-party NDT personnel certification: ASNT NDT Level III; ASNT PdM Level III; ASNT NDT Level II; ACCP Professional Level III; ACCP Level II; and IRRSP. One call to 800-222-2868 or 614-274-6003, or one click is all it takes to find NDT certification information.

One day, near-hypersonic aircraft may whisk passengers from London to Tokyo in 2.5 hours. Dramatic reductions in weight, drag, and fuel consumption will help keep operating costs reasonable. Those reductions will be possible, in part, due to increasing use of composites, ceramics, 3D printing, and acrylic resin. Other concepts such as "geared turbofan" engines and "double bubble" fuselage designs will also impact the future of air travel. In this piece, The Economist examines emerging technologies that promise to transform aircraft in terms of speed, fuel efficiency, and flight capabilities.

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A soft, foldable membrane made from polystyrene holds promise to deliver energy better — that is, more cost-effectively — than existing storage batteries. Researchers at the National University of Singapore have developed a polystyrene that, sandwiched between two charged metal plates, stores charge at 0.2 farad/sq cm — far higher than the upper limit for standard capacitors.

Learn more about capacitors…

Permanently mark metals and engineered plastics with barcodes, serial numbers, and more with Epilog's FiberMark system. Its 24 in.
x 12 in. work-table and user-friendly controls make it easy to meet your marking demands.

The FiberMark helps you:
• Improve ID processes
• Strengthen quality control and traceability

Get FiberMark samples and information here!

Vieworks' 4 million pixel (180 frame/sec) and 2 million pixel (340 frame/sec) high-resolution digital cameras are the perfect solution to increase the throughput of your Automated Optical Inspection system.

Vieworks' cameras provide you with the best image capture device by combining Global Electronic shutter, high resolution, excellent sensitivity, and high dynamic range. These features ensure you have the best image for your analysis.

With in-house facilities to make most displays easily viewable in high ambient lighting environments, General Digital is well equipped to provide LCDs with increased brightness and contrast. This is achieved through traditional value-add backlights, antireflective films, low power GenFlective™ passive optical enhancements, or LED backlight technology, whichever suits your application best.

Dexter Research Center announces the availability of its new ST60 high-temperature detector. The detector is available in a TO-5 package with an operating range from -50° C to 225° C, has an active area of 0.61² and can withstand operating temperatures up to 225° C, a full 40° more than its nearest competitor.

The Standard Gain Horn Antennas are designed specifically for utilization in emissions and immunity testing over the frequency range of 1 to 40 GHz. Available with next-day, on-time delivery. More info...

The 300XAC Series of modular AC power sources provide 1Ø or 3Ø configurations and up to 18 kVA of AC output power. APT provides a two-year warranty standard! More info...

Super high-bay LED: Canadian-made; exceptional illumination capabilities at 50 ft; 370 W; 100,000 hrs; 67-87% savings; dimmable; and wireless. Deployed in arenas, mining, power generation, manufacturing, paper mills, and hangars. More info...

Snap-Tite now offers a large diameter high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe lining system ideal for damaged or deteriorating metal and concrete culverts of any size, including box, oval, or arched pipe. More info...

CST STUDIO SUITE™ facilitates the design and optimization of devices operating in a wide range of frequencies. Analyses may include thermal and mechanical effects, as well as circuit simulation. More info...

The HandyPROBE arm-free portable coordinate measuring machine generates increased reliability and high-accuracy measures (up to 22 µm). The HandyPROBE probing system will increase your productivity and quality of work. More info...

Beswick Engineering's PRDHF Series pressure regulators are designed to deliver virtually unrestricted flow, when used with 10-32 threaded fittings, while still setting an industry standard for miniaturization and light weight. More info...

LADD Industries is the exclusive authorized U.S. Distributor of Deutsch Industrial. Deutsch manufactures environmentally-sealed electrical connectors for harsh environments and critical applications where failure is not an option. More info...

While the BP Deepwater Horizon well was still spewing oil in the Gulf of Mexico, a competition was planned to accelerate development of advanced oil spill cleanup technologies. The 350 entrants were charged with demonstrating an oil recovery rate greater than 2,500 gal/min with an oil recovery efficiency exceeding 70%. The winning entry surpassed these requirements with a grooved disc skimmer system, shown during the challenge phase.

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To achieve greater levels of automated interaction, manufacturers are tapping into the "Internet of Things" to connect people, devices, and systems on a multi-plant scale. As a part of this process, they are extending connectivity by increasing the use of preventative and condition-based monitoring, linking field devices to MES and ERP systems, and remixing resources to build new applications. Ethernet and wireless network implementations are growing, as is the integration of RFID tags and sensors. The ultimate goal of this shift? Make data available across the enterprise.

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Unlike other planets with atmosphere (e.g., Jupiter), the Earth's atmosphere does not have appreciable amounts of hydrogen or helium. Why is this?

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"The old saying, 'an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of care' may have been coined by process and plant engineers tired of repairing or replacing pumps. Pumps are often the most under serviced pieces of equipment in process automation when it comes to maintenance and prevention best practices. Unfortunately, nothing moves without the humble pump and a process becomes inefficient when they don't operate properly or completely shutdown." Read this article in its entirety.

This article is provided by Fluid Components Intl. (FCI).

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