ADDITIONAL PRODUCT NEWS

FARO Expands Sizes, Capabilities of FaroArm Lineup 

FARO Technologies, Inc. announced that it has enhanced its Quantum, Platinum and Fusion FaroArm product lines in order to meet the needs of a wider range of applications within its industrial customer base 

Its popular Quantum FaroArm series will now be offered in 6-ft. (1.8m), 8-ft. (2.4m), 10-ft. (3.0m), and 12-ft. (3.7m) lengths. Each achieves up to 30-percent higher accuracy over the Platinum FaroArm series, the Company’s previous generation of technology. The additional sizes, combined with precision of up to 16 microns (.0006”/0.016mm), make the Quantum FaroArm ideal for inspection and reverse engineering of a wide variety of precision components for aerospace, automotive, machine building and other industries that require the highest levels of accuracy available in a portable device.” 

The Platinum FaroArm series sports a new look bringing it to the physics theme of the Company’s Quantum and Fusion FaroArms. In addition, the Platinum and Fusion FaroArms are now equipped with the popular Bluetooth® wireless technology already available in Quantum FaroArms. Users can now inspect, digitize, then transmit data up to 30 feet (10m) away – even through walls – without having to use cables.

New Micro Lifter from DADCO 

The new patented SLN.180 Micro Nitrogen Gas Lifter from DADCO provides an all-in-one approach to guided lift applications. This robust 50 mm diameter body lifter has a keyed guide rod preventing rotation and eliminating the need for additional guidance components. Complete with built-in dampening device, the SLN.180 is ideal for progressive stamping dies.  

The SLN.180 is available with basic and slotted guide rod options for single, multi-point or rail lift operations. DADCO’s popular Micro 180™ gas spring, housed inside the guide rod, provides reliable lifting force and facilitates quick, easy repair.  

The SLN.180 provides on-contact forces ranging from 88 lb. to 450 lb. and is available with stroke lengths from 25 mm to 125 mm. In addition, the SLN.180 comes standard with a Keyed Narrow Flange Mount.
 

MISUMI Introduces Self-Lubricating Linear Bushings 

MISUMI USA, Inc. announces a new family of self-lubricating linear bushings.  Offered in assorted styles, with straight or mini-flanged versions available, these new bushings carry 3x the rated life span of conventional bushings.  They are an ideal, low-maintenance solution for various applications in industry.   

The performance of these bushings centers on the unique MISUMI design of its MX lubrication unit.  An integral fiber pad delivers the lubricant to the shaft surface through a capillary action, thus maintaining a constant lubricating film between ball bearing and shaft.  As a result, the maintenance interval on these linear bearings is extended considerably, a significant time saver for applications involving numerous mountings or difficult access.  Reductions in assembly time are also realized, as these bushings are pre-loaded with lithium soap-based grease, in addition to the MX lubrication unit. 

These self-lubricating bushings are offered in single or double bushing lengths with either flangeless, round, square or compact mini-flanged styles. MISUMI bushings are made of high-quality 52100 bearing steel with Duracone M90 or equivalent resin pad cases and retainers, plus Nitrile rubber seals.  The products are rated for operation in -20ºC to +80ºC (-3º to +201º) temperatures.  The products in this MISUMI family are RoHS compliant.