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FINALLY! Ratcheting Torque by Effetto Mariposa Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:34AMEffetto Mariposa have more than a few very cool products. A couple very good tire products and arguably the best carbon friction and antifriction stuff available come from the Butterfly Effect ("Effetto Mariposa" translation...).
CONNECT WITH MWRF Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:12PM[Cover Story] Amplifiers Break Intercept Barrier 1. The high-linearity HXG amplifiers are supplied in sealed, surface-mount ceramic packages with internal impedance-matching circuitry. High linearity, typically measured by the third-order intercept point (IP3), is an increasingly...
Lumma Design Amps Up BMW X6 Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:08AMHorst Lumma and his team transform the X6 into the CLR X 650. | July 13, 2011 | Lumma Design WINTERLINGEN, Germany — Horst Lumma and his team at Lumma Design have put the wrench to the diesel-powered BMW X6 in Europe, transforming the muscular xDrive 40d into the CLR X 650.
Products Snapshot Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:08AMENR's weekly rundown of the latest construction products includes a hammer drill bit for getting through rebar-reinforced concrete, cut-resistant work gloves and an electronic torque wrench.
Tork Trux Advances Skateboarding with Autodesk Product Design Suite Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 7:44AMSAN RAFAEL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tork Trux (Tork), a skateboard component company, is using Autodesk Product Design Suite from Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), to successfully advance its mission of “revolution through skateboard evolution.” Based in Charlotte, N.C., Tork used Autodesk Product Design Suite virtual design software to realize the company’s vision of a super-light skateboard ...
Electronic Torque Wrench tracks calibration cycles. Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 7:55AMTechAngle Electronic Torque Wrench comes with cycle counting feature that helps track required calibration cycles for critical applications and torque instruments that are cycled more than 5,000 times annually. Offering one button per function, tool lets users set torque value in Newton meters, foot pounds, or inch pounds and angle of rotation. Wrench measures applied torque and angular rotation ...
For $5,995, get an SVX-education [Nice Price Or Crack Pipe] Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 7:22AM# nicepriceorcrackpipe In Greek mythology, Alcyone turned into a kingfisher due to the grief over the loss of her husband. Today's Nice Price or Crack Pipe Subaru SVX was called the Alcyone in its home market, and its seller has turned it into a five-speed. Its price, however may turn you off. More »
Shuttle era ends, dreams linger Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 3:47PMBy April 1981 it seemed that the space shuttle Columbia had been part of the Florida landscape forever. Gleaming white in the sun by day and the floodlights that bathed it all night, the cluster of rockets, space plane and giant egglike fuel tank looked like a craggy Matterhorn transposed to the humid coast.
TechAngle Electronic Torque Wrench From Snap-on Industrial Now Comes With Cycle-Counting Feature for Enhanced ... Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 3:28PMThe TechAngle Electronic Torque Wrench from Snap-on Industrial now comes with a new cycle-counting feature which gives critical industries important information to help track required calibration cycles of torque-measuring instruments.
Deputies Investigating Two Hardware Stores Thefts Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 9:07PMWichita County Sheriff's Office are looking into two hardware stores thefts. Deputies responded to the 7800 block of Seymour Highway for burglary of a building Tuesday morning.
Products Snapshot Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 11:23AMFeatured products for the week ending July 4, 2011.
Addresses from Australia Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 1:26AMIn this column, Montage Editor Joe Polito travels to Australia and reports his experiences there. ...
TSC & TSP Cam-Over Torque Wrenches by Mountz Inc. Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 2:06AMIn maintenance and manufacturing applications where consistent and accurate torque control is absolutely necessary, Mountz, Inc. offers the new TSC & TSP Cam-Over Torque Wrenches. (PRWeb June 26, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/6/prweb8599824.htm
TechAngle Electronic Torque Wrench from Snap-on Industrial Now Comes With Cycle-Counting Feature For Enhanced ... Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 9:40AMKenosha, Wis., June 20, 2011 – The TechAngle Electronic Torque Wrench from Snap-on Industrial now comes with a new cycle-counting feature which gives critical industries important information to help track required calibration cycles of torque-measuring instruments.
Father’s Day Gift Guide Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 7:49AMAmerican Classic Carbon 38 Tubular Wheels Bill Shook started the engineering process on these carbon fiber rims from the inside, dictating the direction and lay up of the fibers to form stronger internal spoke beds for structural integrity and stiffness.
Father’s Day Gift Guide Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 10:48AMAmerican Classic Carbon 38 Tubular Wheels Bill Shook started the engineering process on our carbon fiber rims from the inside, dictating the direction and lay up of the fibers to form stronger internal spoke beds for structural integrity and stiffness.
Dr. Johnny’s Car Clinic: What to do when your brakes pulse Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 1:23PMYou’re driving, and you press on the brakes, only to feel that pulsating sensation. The first diagnosis that comes to mind could be a warped brake rotor. Before going any further, generally speaking, a warped brake rotor means any brake rotor that isn’t perfectly flat and parallel with the plane rotation. There are many causes that can lead to a pulsating brake.
Your guide to gifts for dad Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 11:19AMThere’s no doubt that dads tend to be the most difficult to shop for, which is why we made it easy in this trusty little breakdown. We divided dads up into “types” (granted, we couldn’t fit all of them on here, but we did our best to pick a wide range) and picked what we’ve heard were top gifts for each. By date (default) read more
Unsafe At Any Height. Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 3:43PMVentura, Calif. The mechanical stress on wind turbines is greater than virtually any other form of power generation. As a result, wind turbines require a high degree of maintenance, many times at heights exceeding 300 feet. A dropped torque wrench from a tower becomes a weapon that can cause injury, damage and lost work time. Finding the appropriate tethers for the unique and expensive tools...
Cable Assembly suits RF test applications. Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 7:54AMEngineered for high throughput production test applications in wireless infrastructure market, GORE® PHASEFLEX® 18 GHz Microwave/RF Test Assembly is available in 1.0 and 1.5 m lengths with SMA and N-type male connectors. Unit withstands 100,000 flexures at minimum bend radius of 1 in. Internally ruggedized construction delivers crush resistance of 187 lb/linear inch. Offering stable performance ...
Tire Separated From Truck, Causing Deadly Accident Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 10:40PMEL PASO, Texas -- A deadly accident Sunday morning may have been caused by a mechanical error according to a local mechanic. A Ford F-250 lost a tire and rolled off of the road while heading westbound on the U.S. 62/180 at the 76 mile marker.
12 tools you really need - and that's it Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 2:17PMSpend about $250 on toolbox necessities, and avoid repeated treks to the hardware store.
IT As A Service Is The Future Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 8:27AMSoftware execs say software as a service has more domains to conquer, will gradually take over more of the IT infrastructure.
Three German firms donate $28,000 worth of equipment, tools to NMCC wind power program Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 5:08AMNorthern Maine Community College wind power technology instructor Wayne Kilcollins (center) explains to people gathered at the Maine Wind Industry Pavillion at the American Wind Energy Association WINDPOWER Conference and Exhibition in Anaheim, California how the $28,000 worth of tool and equipment donations from three German companies will benefit students in his program on Tuesday, May 24 ...
NMCC's Wind Power Technology Program receives donations from three German companies Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 9:37AMThe wind power technology program at Northern Maine Community College has attracted international attention resulting in $28,000 worth of tool and equipment donations from three German companies. That announcement made on May 24 at the American Wind Energy Association WINDPOWER Conference and Exhibition in Anaheim, California.
Dentist who dropped tools down patient's throat retires Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 7:01PM If we had been the patient, we probably would have switched dentists after the first oops. And if we were the dentist, we’d probably have retired after being blamed for a patient’s death. But neither happened, OrlandoSentinel.com reports. After dentist Wesley Meyers (or one of his aides) dropped a tiny screwdriver down Charles K. Gaal Jr.’s throat in 2006, Gaal returned for more work ...
Bikers Tune Up For Eye-Q California Classic Weekend Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 12:50AMBikers and distance runners will be taking center stage in Downtown Fresno Saturday. It is opening day of the Eye-Q California Classic Weekend.
Winter Park dentist facing discipline from board turns in his license Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 10:24PMA Winter Park dentist facing discipline from the Florida Board of Dentistry turned in his license Friday, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Five more oilfield thefts under investigation Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 4:29PMTheives break into two Seatrains
Dentist faces discipline after tool goes down patient's throat Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 2:46PMA Winter Park dentist facing discipline from the Florida Board of Dentistry today turned in his license, according to his lawyer.
Hydraulic Torque Wrench features ergonomic, 1-piece design. Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 7:54AMRugged SD Series torque wrenches have torque output ranging from 1,270-580,000 lb-ft. Units include push-through square drive to switch from loosen to tighten, anti-backlash mechanism that allows hands-free operation, and replaceable wear pad that protects reaction arm. Wrench arms can be changed by pressing protected release button. Full 360° x 360° swivel connections are integrated along with ...
An Engineer's Hydraulic Torque Wrench - Rugged, Reliable And Versatile Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 4:43AMTentec's SD Series of torque wrenches is an innovative range of square drive hydraulic torque wrenches, packed full of features that makes them the ideal choice for a host of engineering applications
Makita Adds To 12V Max Lithium-Ion Cordless Line-Up Friday, May 20, 2011 @ 3:27AMMakita, a worldwide manufacturer of technologically advanced power tools that are more compact with less weight yet deliver industrial strength power and results, has added to its groundbreaking line of cordless power tools with an addition to the 12V max Lithium-Ion Cordless platform
Cordless Impact Wrench delivers 0-3,000 ipm. Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 7:57AMPowered by 12 V Lithium-Ion battery, 3/8 in. Model WT01W is equipped with 0-2,300 rpm variable speed motor that delivers 1,000 lb-in. max torque for range of fastening applications. Wrench has heat hardened steel hammer and anvil and built-in LED light to illuminate work area. Measuring 6 3/8 in. long and weighing 2.1 lb, tool includes 2 batteries, charger, and tool case. It is also available in ...
Hydraulic Wrench Testers enable accurate calibration. Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 7:48AMComprised of hydraulic tool calibration fixture and transducer linked to torque measurement instrument, Hydraulic Wrench Testers calibrate square drive and hexagon link hydraulic torque wrenches with ratings from 185-59,000 lb-ft. Three versions of Hydraulic Tool Calibration Fixtures have capacities of 5,160, 36,875, and 59,000 lb-ft and are compatible with transducers extending from 1¾-3½ in ...
Titleist 910D2 and 910D3 Drivers Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 3:17PMTitleist's newest drivers are loaded, and adjustable. Learn about them here.
The Ultimate Golf Game Must-Haves Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 7:32AMLet's face the facts: Most of us mere mortals will never be able to play the game the way the golf idols on the pro tours do. But along with lots of practice, there are a few things you can do to buy a better game. Here, the gadgets and gear on our wish list.
Tools stolen from Nipawin garage Tuesday, May 17, 2011 @ 11:29PMYour local police and Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers are asking your help in solving the following crime. Sometime between Monday, April 25 and Saturday, April 30, 2011 a garage on the 400 block of 6th Avenue West in Nipawin was broken into and numerous tools were stolen.
Binder-USA Improves M12 Connectors with Hexagonal Locking Ring Nut Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 7:39AMCamarillo, CA - Binder-USA, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of connectors and cordsets, is pleased to announce the addition of a knurled and hex threaded locking ring nut to the M12 Series 763 and 766 overmolded connectors. This new feature allows the connectors to be tightened with a torque wrench to ensure proper mating of the connecting system. The M12 connectors are ideally suited ...
Need a spare body part? No problem 0 Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 8:21PMI took my Escape in to change oil and tires this week. Then I took my mother in for a new hip. The hip job was quicker, though I’m happy to report mom and machine are both humming along nicely.
BionX PL 250HT electric bike kit review Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 8:29AMDespite being a Canadian company, BionX's electric bike kits are hugely popular in mainland Europe, where they're one of the main competitors to the Panasonic crank drive system. Many bike manufacturers there have adopted this rear hub motor kit and fitted it to their own bikes as off-the-shelf models; Diamant, Focus, KTM and Reise und Muller are just a handful of the names to do so. The ...
Pull the levers in Column B, says West New York letter author Sunday, May 8, 2011 @ 4:55PMOn Tuesday, May 10, we have a crucial mayoral/town commissioner election here in West New York. Unless you are a waterfront condo owner fortunate enough, through no fault of your own, to have taken advantage of overly generous 30-year property tax abatements known as PILOTs granted by the last administration (that Mayor Vega and Commissioners Lange and Riccardi voted for) then you're one- and ...
1998 Chevrolet Corvette Targa Coupe from North America - Comments Thursday, May 5, 2011 @ 7:00AMThe warped rotors were most likely the result of improper lug bolt torquing. Alloy wheels deform easily and the newer lighter weight braking components will warp with them. Often, the warping is permanent and must be machined out or have the discs replaced.
Suspected thieves caught Tuesday, May 3, 2011 @ 10:53PMTHREE alleged thieves were caught during a follow-up operation by the Talomo Police Precinct in Rosalina Subdivision, Talomo District last May 2. The suspects identified as Genie Lorica, 27, a tricycle driver, along with Markie and Loloy (name withheld because they are only just 16 years old), all neighbors of the victim, were arrested by [...]
Tech News: Zipp Service Course Cockpit Tuesday, May 3, 2011 @ 11:09AMA vote for durability over weight
Life after basketball, Navistar leads to career in therapeutic massage Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 10:30PMSPRINGFIELD — Fifty years ago, in a Hayward Junior High School gymnasium, an eighth grader who lived on Burt Street was sinking a series of free throws in front of Coach Al “Bulldog” Turner.“I considered myself a pretty good shooter,” Jody Finney recalled.
Swiss Clamp System aids in ER collet clamping. Monday, April 25, 2011 @ 8:06AMEZR Swiss clamp system is available with EZR Swiss clamp nuts, EZR wrench adaptor, EZR torque nut adaptor, and spanner wrench. System eliminates wrench slippage and losing clamping nuts in machine sump/chip bin. Standard box wrenches or 3/8 in. drive ratchet wrench with either EZR wrench adaptor or EZR torque adaptor help in tightening clamp nuts. This story is related to the following ...
White S3 Cobra driver unveiled Friday, April 15, 2011 @ 5:27AMHere at last... the Cobra White S3 driver will soon be available in the hands of club golfers throughout UK and Europe. It follows the success of the Limited Edition Cobra White ZL driver, which Ian Poulter used late last year. It caused such a stir, it sold out even before it was released.
Police: Estranged Wife and Son Break Into House to Beat Man With Bat and Torque Wrench Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 2:33PMDivorces are often messy. Most exes, however, shy away from breaking into the other's house and beating him with bats and tools.
Wife, son allegedly beat man with bat Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 2:26AMLYNNWOOD -- Police are investigating a late-night break-in and baseball bat attack that left a Lynnwood man with head injuries and fear he could lose sight in his right eye.