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March 25, 2008

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Editor's Note
Graybar, electrical and communication products distributor, is keen on providing its employees with education and training opportunities. For top managers, it created with Rutgers University a certificate program in supply chain management.

The 15-month program is selective. Participants must show leadership potential and be recommended by their district vice president. What’s unique about it is not only is much of the coursework conducted online, it’s also developed with an eye toward participants attaining real-world skills. Graybar management helps prepare the curriculum and mentors capstone projects. One recent project on price forecasting now is being used internally.

One graduate, Patrick Davis, electrical sales director in Boston, says his experience has helped him think strategically. “The program makes Graybar a more dynamic company and partner,” he says. “Customers like to know their partner has management in place that understands challenges of doing business and is capable of helping solve their problems.”

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Multi-force cylinders
Bimba Manufacturing announces the addition of the EFP MultiPosition and EFQ MultiForce cylinders to the EF product line. The EFP Extruded Flat MultiPosition cylinder is a double–acting, single rod end cylinder that provides three positions in one cylinder package. This unit is designed to help simplify machine changeovers. By utilizing the existing EF footprint this two-piston design saves space and eliminates the need for an additional cylinder, Bimba says.
Website: www.bimba.com

Safety helmet
Gateway Safety offers the Serpent™ Ventilated Safety Helmet with the CoolSense™ air flow system that lets heat escape, keeping workers cooler and therefore promoting compliance. A soft cushioned brow pad helps absorb moisture and perspiration. The Serpent complies with the ANSI 89.1 Standard for Type I, Class C helmets only.
Website: info@gatewaysafety.com



Miniature toggle switches
NKK Switches announces the availability of the M2100 series of LED-tipped miniature toggle switches, and the TL series of illuminated standard-size toggle switches. The two series display circuit status for multiple applications ranging from hand held devices to front panel interfaces. They are available in power or logic level rated options.
Website: www.nkkswitches.com


Servo drive/controller
Parker’s Electromechanical Automation Division announces the release of the Aries Controller single-axis servo drive/controller. The Aries Controller combines the Aries digital servo drive platform with the control capabilities of the ACR servo controller. It’s configured, tuned and programmed using Parker’s comprehensive ACRView software environment.
Website: www.parkermotion.com



Tact switches
C&K Components has developed new versions of sealed through-hole subminiature tact switches. Designated the KSA family, the tact switches consist of the KSA, KSL, KSB, KSI, KSFI, KSJ and KSD devices. The switches are available in a variety of configurations, including vertical and right angle mounting, top or side actuated and with a soft or hard actuator.
Website: www.ck-components.com

 

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