
Balluff Inc.
800/543-8390
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www.balluff.com

A-B-C Packaging
800/237-5975
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www.abcpackaging.com

Chromalox Inc.
800/443-2640
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www.chromalox.com

Plastomatic
973/256-3000
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www.plastomatic.com

Celsis International
+44 (0) 1638 600151
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www.celsis.com
A Universal Serial Bus (USB)-to-DH-485 interface converter, from Rockwell Automation, Milwaukee, provides enhanced programmable logic controller (PLC)-to-PC connectivity. The 1747-UIC Interface Converter allows computers with USB ports to be connected to DH-485 ports located on SLC 500, MicroLogix and ControlLogix® controllers, as well as PanelView terminals, and 1747-AIC and 1761-NET-AIC isolators. This provides a direct link to these devices for programming, data gathering and monitoring of plant-floor activities. "USB ports are becoming the standard with new computers being sold today. Our customers were asking for a method of connecting their computer USB port to our SLC and MicroLogix programmable controllers," said Jim Wuethrich, marketing manager, Rockwell Automation. "With more than 1.5 million SLC 500 and MicroLogix units sold worldwide, the interface converter is poised to help a significant number of customers."
Rockwell Automation
800/223-5354
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A series of vacuum lifters designed to handle large loads such as plastic or fiberglass vessels from the top, and can pick parts out of molds, is being introduced by Anver Corp., Hudson, Mass. The Anver VFP Series Vacuum lifters for large containers and vessels provide instant attach and release from the top surface, to prevent damage from fork lift prongs, chains and belts. Featuring a custom handle bar and suction pad arrangement, these heavy duty lifters let one person lift awkward loads and can be modified to handle or support loads from the side.
Anver Corp.
800/654-3500
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www.anver.com

Alfa Laval
978/463-6326
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www.alfalaval.us