DEVELOPMENTS NEW EQUIPMENT, PROCESSES, & MATERIALS

Portable Filtration System Yamada America Inc. E/gin, 111.

.4 self-contained filtration system designed to simplify the cleaning of hydraulic oils, acid baths, solvents, caustic solutions, and other fluids in machines, tanks, and barrels is now available from Yamada America Inc. Totally air-powered, the Yamada Por- table Filtration System is capable of processing up to 1,200 gph and can handle a wide variety of corrosive, vis- cous, and abrasive liquids. Both single-

and dual-filter modes are available. The system consists of a Yamada NDP-20 polypropylene pump with polypropylene filter vessel, polypropy- lene bag or cartridge filter, and all nec- essary air control hardware mounted on a heavy-duty wheeled cart. The self-priming double-diaphragm pump operates on 70 psi at 15 scfm air pres- sure and will handle liquid tempera- tures as high as 180°F. The system is capable of removing particles from 1 to 200 microns in size.

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Pressure Cup Binks Mfg. Co. Franklin Park, 111.

Binks Mfg. Co. announces the re- lease of a new product designed for use with waterborne and solvent-based materials. The Binks Steadi-Grip SG-2 Pressure Cup is ideal for automotive refinishing, component spraying, and industrial uses where application pres- sure, material, viscosity, and volume are key issues. The versatile SG-2 of- fers spray application efficiency, in- vestment savings in time and materi- als, as well as functionality in conventional and HVLP refinishing. Features include double-capacity 2-quart pressure cup for the comple- tion of larger jobs; portability for the efficient adjustment of fluid and air controls right at the spray location; a wide-mouth opening and plastic liner

for quick color changes and clean up; durable construction made with corro- sion-resistant materials; ergonomically designed, positive-grip carrying handle for operator comfort; and a wide stain- less base for stability and corrosion resistance. Steadi-Grip outfits include everything from pressure cup and air controls to hoses. Options include an agit cup for the constant agitation of metallics and other paints and 0 to 40 psig pressure kit for high viscosity flu- ids. Lightweight and comfortable to use, Steadi-Grip outfits are available for Binks Model 95, 2001, MACH 1 Spray Guns.

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Drum Pumps Met-Pro Corp., Sefhco Div. Hauppauge, N. Y

The P80 pump is available in three materials of construction. Polypropy- lene construction is recommended for hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, most electroplating solutions, sodium hy- droxide, alkaline solutions, chromic acid, and other nonflammable solu- tions. PVDF construction is recom- mended for strong mineral and oxidiz- ing acids, alkalies, metal etchants, chlorine, aqueous caustic, organic, and nonflammable solvents. Stainless steel construction is recommended for alka- lies, aqueous caustic, light oils, and solvents. The P80 pump is available in three standard sizes: 30-in. lengths for carboys, 40-in. lengths for drums, and 50-in. lengths for vats, tanks, and over- sized containers. Custom lengths are also available. All pump tube assem- blies are interchangeable. The pump tube can easily and quickly be con- nected and disconnected from the mo- tor. The P80 pump is driven by a high power, double-insulated 1,150-W mo- tor, and designed to drive the pump continuously at specific gravities up to 1.86. An air motor and explosion-proof motor are also available. The pump can transfer corrosive liquids at up to

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