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Surgical Lamp offers high-intensity light in compact package.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:36:54 -0500

Available in 5.8 x 3.5 x 2.8 in. portable package weighing 2.2 lb, LumitexMD(TM) BRICK medical grade light source uses 24 W Solarc® high-intensity arc lamp to provide white light for surgical site visualization. Unit comes with ACMI connector, common international power plugs, and mounting clamp for attachment to IV pole or surgical table accessory side rail. Light source can be used in combination with LightMat®, VersaLight®, or headlight in surgical centers.

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FireWire Cameras have integrated, motorized zoom lens.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:38:35 -0500

Featuring resolutions from 640 x 480 to 1,280 x 960, FireWire cameras come with 4.8-46 mm motorized zoom lens and feature auto iris and one push auto focus. Zoom and focus are set by stepper motors, which allows all adjustments to be reproduced, while iris is driven by linear Hall element. External trigger input is provided to capture images on demand. All camera functions are software controlled and can be either set manually or automatically via user interface.

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USB 2.0 Cameras are available in 27 models.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:38:35 -0500

Including color, monochrome, and Bayer models in resolutions ranging from 640 x 480 to 1,280 x 960, USB 2.0 cameras come in industrial casing with C/CS lens mount and optionally with a trigger and digital I/Os. Cameras are offered with drivers for LabView, Halcon, DirectX, Twain, and WDM, as well as Windows XP/Visa, SDK IC Imaging Control, and IC Capture, which allows all parameters to be set, live video to be displayed, and singular images and image sequences to be captured.

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Compact Reader identifies 2D data matrix and 1D bar codes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:38:30 -0500

Multi-Code Reader can identify, verify, and qualify most marking methods including dot-peened, laser-etched, and printed DMC codes as well as printed barcodes. Suited for harsh environments, solid-state, metal housing measures 80 x 42 x 53 mm and unit incorporates CMOS image sensor with DSP and integrated lighting system. Maximum target speed is 7 msec and unit can read even partially damaged or worn code from any orientation. It is available in 2 x 24 Vdc models with VGA resolution.

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Automatic ID
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Barcode Software offers drag and drop usability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:28:58 -0500

Compatible with MS® Vista, BRADYSOFT(TM) v8.5 Label Design Software helps users design and print labels with text, graphics, fixed or variable data, and with either database or user-driven information. Data can be printed on range of label designs, regardless of task size or label dimensions. Users can customize their labels, track work-in-process, as well as pull data from ERP, LIM, and other data systems to track product, lab samples, and equipment.

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Flatbed Photo Scanner plugs into any computer's USB port.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:43:37 -0500

Weighing 3.3 lb and measuring less than 1.5 in., Xerox 7600 USB-powered, one-touch scanner can scan up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi in 48-bit color. It features Visioneer OneTouch® scanning technology to eliminate multiple steps required to send scanned documents/photos to applications, front panel buttons to scan, copy, OCR, and e-mail, and fifth button for custom scan setting. Portable device comes with Nuance PaperPort 11 SE with built-in OCR and ArcSoft PhotoImpression 5.0.

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Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera weighs 12 oz.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:43:37 -0500

Including bright 2.8 in. LCD display, FLIR i5 handheld infrared camera measures temperatures up to 480°F while detecting temperature differences as small as 0.10°F. It comes with QuickReport image analysis and report writing software, 512 MB mini SD Card, rechargeable battery and charger, USB cable, hand strap, and manuals and user CDs which are available in 21 languages. Unit is suited for commercial, electrical, mechanical, and building trade applications.

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LED MR16 Bulbs consume 3 W at 12 Vac/dc and 24 Vdc.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 07:39:58 -0500

Engineered to handle variations in voltages that may accompany noisy or dirty ac or dc power supplies, Series MR16-3W eliminates potential burnout from incoming voltage that is higher than lamp's capacity. Bulbs have bi-pin bases similar to standard incandescent MR16 bulbs, and light outputs of 102.9 lumens using 2.6 W with 12 Vdc, 120.6 lumens using 3.7 W with 12 Vac, and 140.7 lumens using 3.8 W with 24 Vdc. Available in Cool White and Warm White, bulbs feature 61° beam angle.

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Top View LEDs have luminous efficacy of 68 and 70 lm/W.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:46:55 -0500

With life expectancy that exceeds 50,000 hrs, Models CAWT722-S and CWT722-S LEDs have high color rendering index (CRI) and are suited for indoor lighting. Warm white Model CAWT722-S has CRI of 96 and achieves 68 lm/W, while pure white Model CWT722-S has CRI of 92 and produces 70 lm/W. Both models measure 6.0 x 5.0 x 2.5 and have viewing angle of 120°.

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Infrared Cameras target building sciences industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:46:40 -0500

With picture-in-picture FUSION, Models B-250 and B-200 enable users to overlay infrared image directly over corresponding visible image with push of button. Done in real-time, overlay function can be adjusted to suit any application such as electrical surveys, building diagnostics, and mechanical inspections. Model B-250 offers touch screen capability for sketching diagrams and marking images.

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Laser Mirrors are designed for 45° angle of incidence.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:52:08 -0500

Available in 12.7 and 25.4 mm dia, Ultrafast Ti:Sapphire Mirrors keep pulses together with flat group velocity dispersion curves centered around 800 nm and flat over 700-900 nm range. They feature 6.35 mm thickness, 10-5 surface quality, surface accuracy of 1/10 wave, and can withstand laser powers up to 0.5 J/cm² in 150 fs-long pulse or 100 kW/cm² CW. Units offer parallelism to within 5 arc-min, 85% clear aperture, diameter tolerance of +0.0/-0.2 mm, and ±0.2 mm thickness tolerance.

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Software processes color machine vision images.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:52:01 -0500

Featuring on-the-fly image rotating, multi-camera tiling, multi-camera display, and statistical trend plots, iNspect Colour provides ability to segment images by color, allowing all standard measurement tools to be applied to inspection task, including verification, sorting, and inspection of parts/assemblies. It is designed for use in range of industries, from precision metrology to pharmaceutical packaging, and can be used for automated quality inspection applications.

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Low Absorption Lenses are suited for high power CO2 lasers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:51:57 -0500

Able to prevent overheating, Cool-Cut(TM) CO2 Laser Lenses are specially coated to absorb less than 0.15% of laser energy, which protects against thermal damage and provides focal length stability to assure consistent cut quality. They are available in 1.5 and 2.0 in. dia sizes, from 0.236-0.380 in. thick, with focal lengths from 1-25 in. in 0.5 in. increments. Surface quality is 40-20 scratch-dig, and transmission is greater than 99.0% at 10.6 µm.

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Progressive Scan Cameras have GigE vision digital interface.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:51:57 -0500

Built around Sony ICX625 2/3 in. CCD sensor, Models BM-500GE (monochrome) and BB-500GE (raw Bayer color) can operate at 15 fps with full 5 megapixel resolution. Units feature Sequence Trigger Mode, which allows users to pre-define on-the-fly changes to gain, shutter, and/or region of interest settings for repeating sequence of up to 10 consecutive triggers. They also feature auto-iris lens control and programmable I/O ports for connection with external factory automation equipment.

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PTZ IP Camera can be used in -29°C weather.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:11:33 -0500

Housed in rugged, outdoor enclosure, Model PTZ-3130-10 is 36x zoom, day/night, PTZ IP-ready camera which is suitable for use in almost any weather condition. It is powered via high power PoE, includes PoE injector to eliminate need for special switches or midspans, and requires only powered CAT5E cabling for installation. Unit is compatible with Relay Server and View Station management software, and 18x and 26x zoom versions are also available.

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Safety Light Curtains can be used to detect danger zones.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:02:17 -0500

Safetinex safety light curtains can detect person or any part of body entering danger zone, and immediately stop machine to protect operator from injury. They consist of sender and receiver unit that demarcate protection zone between them, and correspond to ISO 13849-1 safety category 4 and IEC 61496-1 and 2 type 4. Models are available with resolutions of 14 mm (YBB14) for finger and 30 mm (YBB30) for hand protection, with max protection field width of 3.5 and 12 m, respectively.

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Digital Camera is designed for use with LIDAR systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:02:14 -0500

Leica RCD105 39 megapixel medium format digital aerial camera system features full compliance with all applicable airborne environmental specifications, including temperature, shock, vibration, and EMI/RFI. Single camera controller is capable of recording data from 2 camera heads, allowing simultaneous acquisition of natural color and false-color IR images. Available with variety of lenses, unit features user-replaceable shutter assembly, reducing need for off-site service.

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Light Source System suits product and performance testing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:02:07 -0500

With ability to test varied long- and short-wavelength UV regions, Ultraviolet Photon Excitation system provides in-laboratory access to vacuum-ultraviolet for material analysis, spectral calibration, and photo-excitation spectroscopy. It combines properties of computer optimized, all-reflective, spectrally tunable monochromator with MgF2 window Deuterium and/or windowless hollow cathode light source. Light source emission wavelengths include 30.4, 58.4, 73.7, 102, and 121.6 nm.

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PACS Software delivers multi-modality image management.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:59:23 -0500

Web-enabled CardioPACS(TM) v5.0 allows physicians to view diagnostic-quality images in real-time from any network-connected PC in any location. It also offers integrated analysis tools for left ventricle angiography, quantitative coronary angiography, cardiac and vascular ultrasound, and intravascular ultrasound. Imaging can be accomplished for for multiple clinical areas: cath, echo, nuclear, CT MR, PET CT, and SPECT.

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Custom Graphics Signage uses white LEDs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:42:14 -0500

Designed to fit any architectural space, white LED edge-lit Caliber Signage offers computer-generated custom graphics and wording to match wayfinding or informational needs. Installation accommodates recessed ceiling, surface ceiling, surface end, and surface wall mount configurations. Panel is manufactured from high-impact acrylic with silk-screened computer-generated artwork. IC rated unit is listed to UL 48 standards, and meets damp location listing standard.

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