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Plant and Shop Equipment

Electrical Apparatus, Mar 2007

Edited by the EA staff

"Shop Equipment Showcase" is a feature published periodically in Electrical Apparatus to highlight tools and equipment used in electromechanical service. Inclusion of products in this feature does not constitute endorsement by Electrical Apparatus, nor can we verify product claims.

Bulkhead systems allow van customizing

Weather Guard bulkhead and shelving systems with white powder-coat finish universally fit Ford and Chevy vans. Bulkhead construction features 16-gauge steel with 3/16 steel top mounting angles. A 9^sup 2^×12^sup 2^ "dog hatch" in the bottom allows transport of long-length material. Fully welded 14^sup 2^ wide shelving with 57.5^sup 2^ high end panels fits Sprinter vans without blocking factory-installed lighting. On 43.75^sup 2^ and 57.25^sup 2^ high units, end panels are tapered to allow installation closer to sidewall. Request more details from Knaack Mfg. Co., 420 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake, Ill. 60014; (800) 456-7865.

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Mobile gensets feature multiple voltages

Mobile standby engine-generator sets are available from 25 to 400 kVA from Baldor Electric Co., P.O. Box 2400, Ft. Smith, Ark. 72901; (800) 828-4920. At 400 kVA, the TS400 genset produces 320 kW. The product line features multiple voltages with a changeover board for either single- or three-phase operation, and an "auto start" feature for use in tandem with a transfer switch for remote starting upon utility service interruption. Engines are certified to EPA Tier Three emissions levels.

Choice of engines for arc welding system

The Vantage 300 welder/generator now offers a Dietz four-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine as well as the Kubota diesel. The 24 hp, 1.6-liter Dietz D2008L4 runs at 1,800 RPM to deliver d-c welding output of 300 A at 32 V 100% duty cycle (400 A maximum). The unit also generates peak 12.5 kW (l l kW continuous) of three-phase 240 V auxiliary power. Fuel tank holds 15 gallons. Stainless-steel enclosure adds environmental corrosion resistance. For more details, contact Lincoln Electric Co., 22801 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44117; ((216) 481-8100.

Bench tool does the twist

The Model G10S bench wire twister will twist pre-stripped stranded wiies, twist strands of two or more wires together, twist wrapped shields or coaxial cables, and tighten the twist of already twisted wires. A set of three spacers allows variable twist lengths. Inserts can be ordered to suit wire size to be twisted. For more details, contact Eraser Co., Inc., 123 Olive Dr., P.O. Box 4961, Syracuse. N.Y. 13221; (315) 454-3237.

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Mobile gensets have switchable outputs

Trailer-mounted mobile standby engine-generator sets are offered by Triton Generators at (800) 424-2007. Diesel-powered units range from 16 to 371 kilowatts at 1,800 RPM, typically switchable for either single- or three-phase output (capable of carrying full load up to 24 hours). Features include four-stroke watercooled engine with automatic starting, tropical radiator, and main line circuit breaker. Available as options are sound-attenuated enclosure, transfer switch, fuel tanks, and extended warranty.

Blast system doubles cleaning capacity

An automated twin-spindle blast cleaning system is offered by Guyson Corp., W.J. Grande Industrial Park, 13 Grande Blvd., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 12866; (800) 633-6677. Each spindle, topped with a mini-turntable workpiece holding fixture, rotates at controlled speed while pressure-blast nozzles traverse vertically. Rotation speed and traverse parameters are adjustable to suit components being processed. Automatic blow-off cycle removes residue. Pressure vessel capacity is 3.5 cubic feet. Operator controls are via touch screen panel.

Nylon tool bag has plenty of pockets

A 15-Inch rippered Nylon tool bag, Cat. No. 5200-15, is available from Klein Tools, P.O. Box 1418, Lincolnshire, 111. 600691418; (800) 533-4676. Included are eight interior and two exterior pockets, molded bottom of modified polypropylene, two two-inch-wide polypropylene padded handles with leather wrap, large opening with reinforced steel frame, and D-ring mounts for an optional adjustable shoulder strap (Cat. No. 58889).

Analog/digital 'scope has automatic self-test

The Model 5105B bench-top analog/digital storage oscUloscope is available from B&K Precision Corp., 22820 Savi Ranch Pkwy., Yorba Linda, Calif. 92887; (714) 921-9095. An RS-232 interface allows PC to capture waveforms or control the unit Start-up includes automatic diagnostic self-test. Pressing a Help button followed by pressing a function button displays the appropriate help text on the CRT. Acquisition modes are single event, refresh, average, envelope, roll, and peak detect.

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