NEW Spring-Fast Tools and Kit to Facilitate the Fit of FAA Approved Spring-Fast Grommet Edging 10 Apr 2013, 7:00 pm

NEW Spring-Fast® Tools and Kit to Facilitate the Fit of FAA Approved Spring-Fast® Grommet Edging
Washington DC, April 4, 2012 - Device Technologies, Inc. (DTi) announced today at the Annual Aircraft Electronics Association convention (www.aea.net ) new tool offerings for improved and expanded application opportunities of the FAA Approved and IFE Standard per ARINC 628, p5, Spring-Fast grommet edging technology, an industry accepted grommet edging material that simply locks on with finger pressure in seconds, eliminating solvents, adhesives, ancillary materials and volatile organic compound (VOCs) associated with classic Nylon grommet strips, thereby reducing Hazmat handling costs and improving worker safety.





In order to fit the grommet correctly, the new GO/NO-GO gauge provides quick sheet metal thickness identification and fast Spring-Fast grommet selection, covering application sheet thickness ranges from 0.020in. to .0250in. A lightweight gauge tool fits into any tool kit and can be fastened via a chain or other tie to retain as part of the grommet install activity.
The new CASTLE REMOVAL TOOL provides quick removal of individual castles when edge clearance issues develop. Within aircraft and avionics applications there are numerous "wire harness P Clamp standoff posts and related nut plates" that are proximate to and encroach on the peripheral edge of lightening holes and related panel structure where wires and harnesses are routed. The edges require a protective grommet strip. If a few "castles" can be removed from one side of the cushion grommet material, then the grommet can be properly 'seated' on the hole edge without sacrificing wire protection and retention performance. Historically, this has been the approach to accommodate the 'legs' of the nylon grommet strips and, as such, this new Spring-Fast tool now presents a similar and valuable lower installed cost solution.
Our new Go/No-Go gauge and Castle Removal Shears provide the grommet install technician a great deal of flexibility to optimize the wire protection in the aircraft, doing so in a matter of seconds per hole vs. minutes per the adhesive bonded Nylon material, thereby reducing AOG and improving productivity! These tools along with the Cut-Off Shears and Roller Installation tool are all readily packaged in our new production tool and related Shadowbox kit for our Mil Spec NAS M22529/2 Wire Protection Grommet Edging. Combined with the aircraft industry's increased demand for various avionics upgrades and modifications for both general aviation, commercial, as well as tactical aircraft platforms on various fixed wing and rotor aircraft either in new OEM production and or via maintenance and repair shops, the Shadowbox kit allows for simple tool control on each and every installation and modification program.
EDMO and other major Spring-Fast Mil Spec and FAA Approved material franchised DTi's distributors will inventory these tools and new tool kit to meet the service needs of the existing aircraft structure.

Alpha's Wire new EcoWire 2 Oct 2012, 12:00 am

Alpha Wire's new EcoWire is the latest innovation in hook-up wire. A true engineering breakthrough, EcoWire achieves increased performance in a wire that is fully recyclable.

EcoWire derives its advantage from its unique insulation, a modified polyphenylene ether (mPPE) thermoplastic. mPPE-based insulation is non-halogenated and contains no heavy metal pigments, allowing it to help manufacturers meet Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requirements.

In addition to its ecological benefits, EcoWire brings many performance advantages, including:
-Better dielectric strength
-Wide temperature range that meets VW-1
-Low specific gravity
-More durable with up to 10x better abrasion and pinch resistance
-Up to 45% smaller diameter
-Up to 40% lighter
-Fully Recyclable

If you are looking for a higher functioning wire that won't compromise the environment, EcoWire is your solution.

Locking Handle Kit 23 Jul 2012, 4:25 pm

CB-Hand
Locking Handle Kit
Accuride is pleased to present the CB-Hand Locking Handle Kit, a new way to add lock-in and lock-out features
to drawers or trays. Comprised of corrosion-resistant components, the CB-Hand locking handle offers one-hand
activation with a centrally located push button. This product is ideal for mobile applications such as drawers
and trays in utility and emergency vehicles. The lock-in feature secures pullouts for transit, while the lock-out
ensures safe access to contents.
Features & Benefits
- Accommodates drawers up to 60in. (1.5 m) wide
- Compatible with models such as 3600, 7950/7957, 9301 and other slides with cross sections
.75in. [17.5mm] or greater.
- Push-button at the center of the handle releases locks.
- Constructed of lightweight and corrosion-resistant components.
- Two locking options:
- Front mounted unit - lock-in only
- Rear mounted unit - lock-in and lock-out
NOTE: Lock-out not intended for use with over travel slides. The addition of the lock out kit requires an
additional threaded bar equal to the depth of the drawer (not included).
- Cut-to-length stainless steel rods allow for varying drawer depths and widths.
- 19.7in. [500mm] rods for applications up to 44in. [1122 mm] wide
- 29.5in. [750mm] rods for applications up to 64in. [1622 mm] wide
Packaging & Availability
CBHAND-2 includes the handle components and lock mechanism for lock-in only. For lock-out, a separate
conversion kit is required. Stainless steel rods must be ordered separately (one set per handle kit). The
CBHAND-2 is available in D-Pack, through QuickShip, with no minimum order quantity. Please see the Accuride
Extranet for pricing.
PART NUMBER /DESCRIPTION COMPONENTS
CBHAND-2 - Handle Kit w/ lock-in 1 - handle, mechanism, and push button
2 - bar support blocks, lock blocks, and pins
CBHAN3-0100-2 - Stainless Steel Rods 2 - 19.7in. [500 mm] rods
CBHAN3-0150-2 - Stainless Steel Rods 2 - 29.5in. [750 mm] locking bars
CBHAN4-5 - Lock-out conversion kit 2 - push buttons and lock blocks, and 1 guide bracket
Thank you for your continued support. As always, Accuride remains committed to excellence in product design,
quality, and service. Your feedback is appreciated.

New Grip Tite Rivets from POP 9 May 2012, 7:00 pm

Grip Tite® Rivets Provide Stability - Through Thick and Thin
New Design Counters Deformation and Stress Fractures
Shelton, CT. (April 3, 2012) - Extending the range of innovative solutions provided by POP® brand rivet systems, Emhart Teknologies today announces a new line of Grip Tite® rivets targeted specifically at the automotive, electronic assembly, outdoor equipment and transportation sectors. Available in a range of steel bodies and steel mandrels with domed and large flange head configurations, Grip Tite rivets are offered in 1/8, 5/32 and 3/16 inch diameters.
'This new product will assure users of highly reliable clamp force, even with brittle or thin materials, as well as freedom from stress fractures or material deformation on metal-to- metal or composite-to-metal combinations,' said Joaquin Sanchez, POP Rivet Product Manager. 'A unique rib design is key to avoid any deformation or fracture of vulnerable materials and tolerates oversized holes without diminishing setting performance' he added.

Users concerned with reliability and stability will note that the Grip Tite Rivet has an extended secondary side footprint for high strength rivets, with shear strength ratings that range from 326 to 696 pounds, depending on rivet diameter, and tensile strengths that test from 382 to 764 pounds. Field applications show that Grip Tite Rivets provide excellent mandrel retention characteristics for anti-rattle properties in high vibration applications, and are appropriate for fastening thick to thin material stack-ups and composite to metal material combinations, and will deliver overall installed cost savings.
POP Grip Tite™ rivets are compatible with the extensive POP Power tool range, including POP 510A, ProSet® Models 1600, 2500 & 3400, 5250A Inline and the POP 540 Model.
For more information on Grip Tite rivets, click link below: http://www.emhartamericas.com/brands/pop/rivets/types/grip-tite-rivets

About Emhart Teknologies
Headquartered in Shelton, Conn., Emhart Teknologies is the global leader in the design and creation of unique assembly technologies, from concept through installation. Emhart's technology-based assembly products and systems are designed to deliver innovative, integrated system solutions to virtually any manufacturing challenge anywhere in the world. From automotive to construction, from computer to appliances, Emhart products and systems are distributed and sold in more than 100 countries. A Stanley Black & Decker Company, Emhart has 3,000 employees within 24 operating facilities worldwide. For more information, please go to www.emhartamericas.com.

New POP Load Spreading Rivet 9 May 2012, 7:00 pm

New POP® Rivet provides the solution to securely fastening
soft or brittle materials
Shelton, Connecticut (January 30, 2012) - Further enhancing the POP blind rivet product line, Emhart Teknologies announces its newest specialized rivet, the LS rivet.
When fastening soft, thin or brittle materials, without the proper rivet, you can easily distort the pliable material. According to Joaquin Sanchez, POP Product Manager, "With the myriad of plastics and composites used in today's industrial applications, it is essential to choose the right fastening solution."
The LS rivet is designed to set in a tri-fold configuration which separates into three legged sections to ensure a secure joint.
Mr. Sanchez noted, "This distinctive set creates a large secondary head formation that will evenly distribute the load which is key in preventing any material damage, pull-through or rivet failure."
The LS rivet is characterized by a wide grip range which reduces the need for inventorying multiple rivet sizes. The mandrel head is contained within the rivet body eliminating ratting joints and making the LS rivet ideal for use in applications across many industries.
All POP® riveting systems have been designed to offer the best features available in the market today. POP offers the quality, durability and reliability that are expected from genuine POP® product line.

About Emhart Teknologies
Headquartered in Shelton, Conn., Emhart Teknologies is the global leader in the design and creation of unique assembly technologies, from concept through installation. Emhart's technology-based assembly products and systems are designed to deliver innovative, integrated system solutions to virtually any manufacturing challenge anywhere in the world. From automotive to construction, from computer to appliances, Emhart products and systems are distributed and sold in more than 100 countries. A Stanley Black & Decker Company, Emhart has 3,000 employees within 24 operating facilities worldwide. For more information, please go to www.emhartamericas.com.

The New Accuride Linear Motion Track System. 16 Apr 2012, 7:00 pm

Model 115RC Linear Motion Track System is a simple motion solution that may be
customized to suit a variety of applications. Comprised of aluminum tracks and
re-circulating ball carriages, this system is a cost-effective option for projects that
require a defined length of travel.
The versatility of this product opens up a wide variety of potential applications including
use for movement and positioning of screens, panels, boards, or components used in
medical apparatus.

Features & Benefits
● Aluminum track available in two lengths: 47" and 94"
-- Corrosion-resistant track may be cut to the desired length.
-- Multiple lengths of track are butted together to extend the track to any
distance required.
● Multiple mounting methods: The track may be side, flat, or vertically mounted.
-- When flat mounted, track may be oriented with the ball carriage facing up or down.
-- Vertical mounting is for non-load bearing applications.
● Two re-circulating ball carriage options
-- Stainless steel ball bearings: provides the greatest load capacity.
-- Polymer ball bearings: grease-free with smooth and quiet movement.
● Multiple carriages may be inserted into tracks
-- Carriages may be used separately to provide independent movement, combined
as a unit, or both methods within one track.
● Easy Installation: Tracks have drilling marks for fixing holes and end stops.
-- End stops are attached after the carriages are inserted to contain carriages.
●● Load Capacity up to 265 lbs.
-- Load capacity is based on the type and number of carriages. Due to the extensive
variety of applications and possible orientations for this product, please test this product in the intended application. This product is not recommended for high-torque applications.

Captive Reel Mount 29 Feb 2012, 6:00 pm

News From
Captive Fastener Corporation

New Reel Mounted Spacers & Nuts


New Captive Series CRM Reel Mount Spacers and threaded nuts provide a low-installed-cost solution for surface mount hardware.
The fasteners are fed from the recyclable reel using 'pick and place' equipment and oriented prior to the wave soldering operation.

The carbon steel fasteners have a coated electro-tin plating and are available in common inch and metric sizes. The automated installation of the surface mount fasteners results in minimal handling and damage to the PC Boards.

Captive manufactures a wide range of self-clinching fasteners and has a world-wide sales and distribution network.
For complete information, contact us at:

Captive Fastener Corporation
19 Thornton Road
Oakland N.J. 07436
Tel: 201-337-6800
Fax: 201-337-1012
www.captive-fastener.com

NX PSC Paper Discs 21 Nov 2011, 1:42 pm

An aluminum oxide, load resistant disc constructed on a C-WT (P100-P400) or D-wt (40,P60,P80) paper backing. Designed specifically for industrial applications, at the price point you have been asking for.


3M™ NXdisc, a durable C-weight and D-weight disc designed specifically for industrial applications, at the price point you have been asking for.

Device Technologies, Inc. - Reel-to-Reel Dielectric Coating 1 Nov 2011, 7:03 am

For three decades, Device Technologies has been polymer coating linear (reel-to-reel) substrates for its own Spring-Fast® wire protection grommet edging as well as other strip materials.
Our polymer coating method is a unique, reel-to-reel process. It applies thermoplastic resins such as nylon and polyethylene, or thermoset resins such as polyester and epoxy to linear metallic substrates such as wire, cable, stampings, or steel strip. The coating can be applied to fully encapsulate, or selectively coat part of the surface creating functional and/or decorative finishes.
Process Description
With reeled substrate provided by you by local sources to minimize freight, we mount the product on our linear polymer coating line. The product is de-reeled and proceeds through our proprietary polymer coating and curing zonesto optomize polymer fusing process. The product is then is re-reeled and returned to you.
Functional finishes include end products that require durable surface protection for electrical insulation or corrosion resistance. For example, polymer coating is used to provide electrical insulation on magnet wire used in large transformers. A corrosion resistance example is strip steel that is coated with a nylon powder to prevent corrosion in a salt air environment.
Decorative polymer coating finishes are also durable and can be used to create virtually any color as well as special effects.
What can Linear Polymer Coating Do for You?
Device Technologies' linear polymer materials have the versatility to meet the demands of a broad range of applications. By utilizing our polymer coating technology, you may be able to reduce additional parts such as insulators or other dielectrics, as alternatives to Mylar, Kapton and other similar materials while simplifying designs, assembly and thereby lowering installed costs.
Call us or send us an email about your project. We will need to know: