Green Manufacturing Guide - June 2013

June 2013

Vertical CNC Table Takes Up Less Space Siemens Explosion Proof Sitrans AW210

WirelessHART Adapter

The Big Ass Fan速 Company

LED-EQUIPPED INDUSTRIAL CEILING FAN

Inside This Issue: PUBLISHER Ed Bauer ed@handfmedia.net DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Hank Underwood 205-733-1341 hank@theelectriccurrent.com CIRCULATION/EDITORIAL Brandon Greenhill 205-733-4343 brandon@tipsmag.net

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The Big Ass Fan® Company today introduced the world’s first LED-EQUIPPED INDUSTRIAL CEILING FAN, an all-in-one package that’s an ideal addition to facilities’ energy-efficient lighting programs.

Siemens Receives Explosion Proof Approvals for Sitrans AW210 WirelessHART Adapter

FACILITATOR/ HEAD COORDINATOR Steven Hobson steven@tipsmag.net

V.P. OF SALES Bart Beason 205-733-1342 bart@tipsmag.net

CEO Christy Hobson

PRESIDENT Glen Hobson

Vertical CNC Table Takes Up Less Space

VMAC Releases The Ultimate Utility Belt: The RAPTAIR-MF Multifunction Diesel Drive Knuth Machine Tools USA, an industry leader in Machine Tool Manufacturing, has renewed a promise to go green.

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The Big Ass Fan® Company today introduced the world’s first

LED-EQUIPPED

INDUSTRIAL CEILING FAN, an all-in-one package that’s an ideal addition to facilities’ energy-efficient lighting programs.

The Powerfoil X LED delivers as much light as a massive, 400W metal halide, covering the entire diameter of the fan while using less than 175W. Its tempered glass lens is designed to provide excellent optical properties which minimize glare. The

light is easily installed and ties directly into an existing lighting grid for simple control.

The LED is equipped to the Powerfoil® X, which is Big Ass Fans’ most durable, quiet and effective industrial ceiling fan. It generates huge volumes of gentle air movement using small (1-2 hp) motors, making it an extremely energy-efficient way to cool large areas. With the integration of the LED, the new Powerfoil X LED eliminates any need to rearrange lighting grids to avoid a shadowing effect that may occur with very large (8-ft to 24-ft diameter) ceiling fans. Most importantly, the Powerfoil X LED directs the light where it’s needed most — beneath the fan where people are working.

“The Powerfoil X LED solves a challenge facing many of our customers,” said Big Ass Fans CEO Carey Smith. “Combining the quiet operation of the Powerfoil X fan and the cool efficiency of a state-of-theart LED light source, Powerfoil X LED is a must-have for industrial spaces.”

To learn more, visit www.bigassfans.com or call 855-527-1478.

About Big Ass Fans The Big Ass Fan Company designs, engineers and manufactures the world’s most efficient ceiling fans for residential, commercial and industrial settings. Ranging from 5- to 24-feet in diameter, Big Ass Fans pair energy efficient motors with advanced airfoil technology to circulate large volumes of air. Nearly 100,000 Big Ass Fans are installed worldwide, providing comfort and energy savings in applications such as homes, hotels, health clubs, schools, restaurants, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, horse arenas, dairy barns and stadiums.

10,500 lm

Wattage

137

Voltage*

120- 277V

Color Options

Signal Yellow

Warranty

5 Years

CRI

70

Color Temperature

4000K

LED available for new Powerfoil X2.0 installations and retrofitted to existing Powerfoil X fans. * 480V available

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14,500 lm

Wattage

161

Voltage*

120- 277V

Color Options

Signal Yellow

Warranty

5 Years

CRI

70

Color Temperature

4000K

LED available for new Powerfoil X2.0 installations and retrofitted to existing Powerfoil X fans. * 480V available

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17,500 lm

Wattage

172

Voltage*

120- 277V

Color Options

Signal Yellow

Warranty

5 Years

CRI

70

Color Temperature

4000K

LED available for new Powerfoil X2.0 installations and retrofitted to existing Powerfoil X fans. * 480V available

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Siemens Receives Explosion Proof Approvals for

Sitrans AW210 WirelessHART Adapter

Siemens Sitrans AW210 WirelessHART adapter has received an explosion proof rating for intrinsically safe (Ex ia), nonincendive (Ex nA) and explosion proof (Ex d), offering increased safety in hazardous areas, along with the benefits of field level transparency and flexibility for process industries.

WirelessHART devices, like the Sitrans AW210, offer plant operators increased plant transparency, productivity and performance, with common applications including processing monitoring and control, asset management, health, safety and environmental monitoring and temporary measurement.

With more than 35 million devices installed worldwide, HART technology is the most widely used field communication protocol for intelligent process instrumentation.

Siemens process instrumentation offers a complete portfolio of WirelessHART products, including temperature and pressure transmitters, gateways and adaptors. With Simatic PCS-7, WirelessHART devices can be easily integrated into a block library for smooth engineering and commissioning.

The Sitrans AW210 adapter allows up to eight standard wired HART devices or one 4-20 mA to be connected to a WirelessHART network. The integrated power management enables efficient usage of external batteries or energy harvesting components like solar panels.

By installing the SITRANS AW210 on an existing analog-wired HART device, users can utilize all diagnostic information at the maintenance station without the risk of impaired operation. In this case, the adapter is powered by the loop.

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Vertical CNC Table Takes Up Less Space Even a crowded garage, shop or work area has room for a CNC plasma cutting table if it’s a vertical unit form BurnTables. The full- size table takes up only a 26- in. strip of floor space, yet handles up to 60 by 60- in. sheets of material.

“Many people don’t have room for a fullsize plasma cutting table, so we put ours on its side,” says Matt Kool, BurnTables. “You can use plasma torches, engraving pens or routers, both steel and wood. Just lay the edge of the material you are working in the holder, lean it against the grating and mount the cutting or engraving tool.”

The $11,500 table and computer come complete with CNC controls and full CAD/ CAM and Torch Control software. Drawings can be scanned and imported for use in cutting designs. The table itself is designed with no upper rails allowing completely open access. Carriers keep cables out of the way when loading material. The gantry offers full movement up, down and across the table, including up to 6- in. depth control with all devices. Though designed for use with a plasma torch, the company also offers an air pen engraver, tube notcher and oxygen acetylene torch attachments.

The company makes horizontal CNC plasma tables as well. Kool says they originally designed the vertical table as a way to attract attention as the broke into an established industry.

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“We needed a burn table for our own use, but found industrial style tables too expensive and hobbyist tables too lightweight or temperamental,” says Kool. “We introduced ours with industrial components, but it’s simple and easy to use.”

The vertical table has indeed attracted attention. What Kool didn’t expect was the broad spectrum of users it attracts. Instead of engineers and fabricators, buyers were as likely to be husbands and wives, both with plans for use.

“Our cutting table appeals to the OEM that has been outsourcing cutting needs,” says Kool. “However, it also appeals to the do- it- yourself market, including the small manufacturing company or shop that does custom cutting. We have a lot of customers in agriculture, sign shops and especially hot rod enthusiasts.”

Kool says the table has found special appeal with people with full- time jobs who want to start their own business on the side. The compact size makes it easy to fir into an existing shop or garage. The software lets users take a design off the Internet and turn it into a final product.

“Customers describe making complete offroad buggies, including gussets, motor mounts, dashboards and seat pans, everything but the drive train and motor,” says Kool. “Others do signs or metal art for church bazaars or to sell at markets. Others make parts for dry ice and soda blasting equipment.”

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VMAC Releases The Ultimate Utility Belt:

The RAPTAIR-MF Multifunction Diesel Drive

VMAC has released a new show-stopper in their RAPTAIR product line: the RAPTAIR-MF Multifunction Diesel Drive. This totally self-contained unit combines compressed air, an AC generator, welder, battery charger, booster and hydraulic capability with VMAC’s trademarked Advanced Digital Controls to produce a one-of-a-kind work solution that will save money and time! In addition, this new system maintains the compact dimensions and lighter weight that is unequalled in the multifunction industry.

Years of product development, industry experience and feedback from VMAC customers culminated in the design of the RAPTAIR-MF. Created specifically for the mobile market, the system delivers a 45CFM and up to 175 PSI and was designed to address concerns about noise, fuel consumption and emissions while providing the ultimate in job site versatility. Utilizing VMAC’s state-of-theart Intelligent Digital Controls, the 100% duty cycle RAPTAIR-MF air compressor turns itself on and off in response to air tool demand, contributing significantly to reduced idling and fuel costs as well as a greener environmental profile while still packing enough muscle to power up to a 60 lb. jackhammer or a 1-1/4” impact wrench.

The system’s hydraulic capabilities include a Power Take-off Port SAE ‘A’ port, 2800RPM output, 35Ft-Lb continuous torque max. The system engine is a KUBOTA Diesel D902 3-cylinder, naturally aspirated 3600 rpm.

Tier 4 final compliant. At a mere 570 lbs., the system provides power and versatility in a compact, lightweight package.

To see an overview of the RAPTAIR-MF capabilities, visit our YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPR5a0SB6hA. For more detailed information about the system, including specifications, download the brochure at http://www.vmac.ca/publicfiles/M200077_multifunction_web.pdf. To find out more about VMAC, VMAC RAPTAIR, VMAC UNDERHOOD and VMAC Hydraulic Air Compressor Systems and Throttles, visit www.vmacair.com or call 1-800738-8622.

VMAC is a manufacturer of compact, powerful air compressor systems for the mobile-mechanic, tire service, utilities and construction industries. Specializing in UNDERHOOD, Diesel Driven Stand Alone and Hydraulic Above-Deck Systems, VMAC is credited with developing the lightest and most compact mobile air compressors available in the industry.

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Knuth Machine Tools USA,

an industry leader in Machine Tool Manufacturing, has renewed a promise to go green.

Blaine, a Knuth warehouse associate, has been leading the effort to reduce material waste, improve recycling efforts, and decrease the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. This, tied in with Knuth’s energy efficient machine tool solutions, will help to reduce carbon emissions and add to the culture of eco-awareness.

Blaine stated, “It’s important to maintain our recycling efforts and reduce our impact on the environment. If every machine tool company stepped up, we could have a major impact. A little bit of effort from everyone could go a long way to change the way ‘eco-friendly manufacturing’ is viewed from the perspective of manufacturing critics.”

Knuth is recycling everything from old catalogs and cardboard, to new paper coffee cups. There is now a recycling bin next to every trash can, and employees are encouraged to fill it as often as they can.

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pushing forward to reduce as much waste as possible. Skylights help reduce energy use by as much as 50%. Machines that are no longer operational will be recycled, and oil will be collected once a month by the American Petroleum Institute for recycling.

This should also please Knuth USA’s neighbor, an Illinois Air Team Vehicle Emissions Test Station, or as it is commonly called, an e-check station.

Danie Jacobs, President of Knuth USA, said, “We always encourage employee input, and Blaine’s passion for the planet is something that should be celebrated.”

Knuth is currently celebrating 10 years in the United States. They offer a large line of machine tools, including CNC cutting systems, milling machines, and saws.

For more information, visit their website www. knuth-usa.com or call (847) 415 - 3333

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