Tools of the Trade

Feb. 1, 2009
New Tools to Make Your Job Easier
Protective GogglesGateway Safety released its Luminary safety eyewear. Designed with style, safety and comfort in mind, Luminary heightens end-user compliance rates, reducing PPE expenses. Weighing four-fifths of an ounce, Luminary is so light workers will forget they have them on. A large, one-piece polycarbonate lens with an integrated brow guard and wrap-around design offers excellent coverage against workplace hazards. A standard anti-scratch coating provides durability and keeps worker’s line of vision clear.For more information, visit www.gatewaysafety.com.
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Ethernet AnalyzerGL Communications released its portable all-in-one T3/E3 T1/E1 Ethernet Analyzer Unit. The T3 E3 works with a number of interfaces: the BNC interface with T3 or E3; the RJ-45 interface with T1 or E1; and the Ethernet port and USB interface. The pod, when connected to a notebook PC, is capable of capturing two full T3/E3 data streams, dropping and inserting T1 or E1, full Ethernet analysis and HDLC, ATM, FR and PPP analysis. Additional features include plug-in-play to PC interface through USB 2.0; remote control through TCP/IP interface; and simultaneous recording and transmission of two entire T3/E3 signals in framed or unframed modes up to hard disk capacity.For more information, visit www.gl.com.
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Powered FilterActive Thermal Management (ATM) unveiled its new Powered Filter, designed for use in home entertainment enclosures and all closed-cabinet electronics installations. Consisting of a white painted metal filter housing and a fan panel holding two quiet cross-flow fans, the filter uses HAF anti-clogging filter media and works on the principle of electrostatic attraction. Moving approximately 40 CFM in free air, it operates as an intake device, forcing fresh room air into the enclosure being ventilated, while heated air is allowed to escape through exhaust openings located elsewhere. For more information, visit www.activethermal.com.
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Playing with the BandFluke Networks manufactures the CableIQ qualification tester, a cabling bandwidth tester that shows network technicians what speeds existing cabling can support. CableIQ’s qualification test helps techs troubleshoot connectivity problems, deploy new technologies like VoIP and upgrade the network to higher speeds. The qualification test determines if existing cabling can support 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, VoIP and Gigabit Ethernet. CableIQ identifies what is at the far end of any cabling link, which allows the technician to see whether the port is connected to a switch, a PC, an analog phone line or an open cable.For more information, visit www.flukenetworks.com.
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Logging for DataProtek Test and Measurement now distributes the hand-held integrated DSO/DMM model S2505. The integrated and battery operated, dual channel, 5MHz bandwidth DSO/DMM provides a 50 Ms/S sampling rate and a 10,000 count RMS DMM with data logging memory up to 17,000 points. The RMS also offers a 10,000 count capacity and six frequency measurement ranges from 10Hz to 100MHz. The DSO/DMM comes equipped with a manual, holster, USB cable and software, AC/DC charger and installed battery pack. Protek’s 800 DSO/DMM hand-held series range in offering 20 to 60MHz analog bandwidth, have a 6,000 count RMS DMM and feature self-test and self calibration.For more information, visit www.protektest.com.
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Interactive Voltage TesterHoneywell Power Products developed the HPP-Calc, an interactive graphics tool for determining the voltage parameters of a specific fire alarm’s notification appliance circuit (NAC). The HPP-Calc evaluates NAC devices and their location on a circuit along with conductor size and maximum current draw. Utilizing power supply source values measured by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) during product testing, the program allows users to create any number of voltage drop-down reports.For more information, visit www.honeywellpower.com.
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All-In-One Resistor KitBox of Ohms now provides a kit that contains 14 of the most common resistors used in alarm panel End of Line Resistor (EOLR) for supervision of zones and notification circuits. Resistors work with the following panels: Ademco/Honeywell; GE Security; ITI; DSC; Napco; Optex; Elk; HAI; Silent Knight; and Fire-Lite.For more information, visit www.boxofohms.com.
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GPS ReceiverHandheld US introduced the new Kenaz GPS receiver, designed for the TDS Nomad and Recon hand-held computers. The new Kenaz GPS receiver offers sub-meter accuracy for high precision mapping applications and attaches directly to the top of the handheld to preserve the Nomad’s and Recon’s MIL-STD-810F and IP67 ratings. Kenaz features 12-channel parallel tracking (10-channel when tracking SBAS) and is able to maintain accuracy even during temporary loss of differential signal. For more information, visit www.handheld-us.com.
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Weatherproof BracketsACT Fastening Solutions released the ACT SignGuardian System, featuring tamper-resistant brackets designed to let one person install signs to a chain link fence from one side without having screws protruding from the other. Constructed from weatherproof nylon, the brackets hold securely within the fence openings and a nut slot keeps nuts from falling out and turning while tightening the tamper-resistant one-way â€sRâ€t bolts. Flush-fitting brackets are held by zinc-plated screws.For more information, visit www.actfs.com.
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Climate Gear Tool BagLH Dottie’s new climate gear line of products features the 18-inch soft tool bag. Made of durable interwoven tarpaulin, the bag’s external zipper compartments and front cover is ideal for installers. Other features include padded anti-slip shoulder strap with metal clips and large internal compartment.For more information, visit www.lhdottie.com.
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