Lista’s New Drawer Suspension System

 

Lista drawer cabinets and Storage Wall® products now feature an improved drawer suspension system that provides an added strength and utility you can feel.

 

• Drawers can support a load of 165 lbs. or 440 lbs. (depending on the drawer size selected) and extend a full 100% from the cabinet housing.
• Roll-out trays also open completely to give you easy access to contents.
• The new suspension system’s polyoxymethylene (POM) bearings combine strength, hardness, dimensional stability, fatigue resistance, and low friction for dramatically smoother, quieter operation.
• Exceeds the globally-respected quality and performance standards of the RAL-RG 614 standard of the German Institute of Quality Assurance and Marketing.

To view our Lista Cabinets and Workstations please click this link

PAC Wire Shelving: Now Offering Black Wire Shelves!

PAC wire shelving systems are an excellent alternative to higher priced brands. These top quality wire shelves are as good or better than any other wire shelf on the market with the same features and weight bearing capacity.

These high quality units are so affordable because they are only produced in the most popular sizes and configurations, and do not have the range of accessories available that higher priced brands can offer. Although these shelving units don’t have the accessory or size range as larger manufacturers, they have all the strength and aesthetics.

PAC Wire Shelves can withstand weights of 800 pounds per shelf, and come in a variety of finishes such as chrome, moisture resistant green epoxy, and black powdercoating.

PAC Wire Shelving Starter Unit

 A closer look at finishes: 

Chrome: Chrome finish is durable, cleans easily and can be made conductive with the addition of conductive split sleeves. It is not recommended for foodservice applications, as it can rust when exposed to consistant moisture.

Green Epoxy: This epoxy incorporates advanced corrosion resistant properties with and antimicrobial product protection. Wire shelves stay “cleaner between cleanings” because anti-microbial protection inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold, mildew, and fungi that cause odors, stains, and product degradation. Epoxy wire shelving is an effective, lower priced alternative to stainless steel.

Black Powdercoat: Black Finish shelving is very popular for a “dressed up” look. The finish is durable, abrasion resistant, and cleans easily. It is often used in retail environments or the home. Whenever a cosmetic look is important, Black Finish shelving is a perfect storage or merchandising solution.

PAC Wire shelving products mimics Metro’s best selling sizes:

Complete Shelving Units

    PAC Complete Wire Shelving:

Depths: 14″, 18″, and 24″

Widths: 24″, 30″, 36″, 42″, 48″, 54″, 60″, 72″

 Heights: 63″ (4 Shelf), 74″ (5 Shelf)

Complete Wire Carts

 

 PAC Complete Wire Carts:

Depths: 18″ and 24″

Widths: 24″, 30″, 36″, 42″, 48″, 54″, 60″, 72″

Heights: 63″ (4 shelf) Only

 

PAC Utility Carts

PAC Utility Carts:

Depths: 18″ and 24″

Widths: 30″, 36″, 42″, 48″, 60″, and 72″ (On 3 Shelf Carts Only)

Heights: 39″

Utility Carts Available with 2 or 3 shelves.

 From Ordered to Delivered:

Another benefit of having a smaller product line is items are kept in stock and are ready to ship quickly and effciently. PAC Wire Shelves ship within 1 to 2 business days of order placement from Chicago, Illinois. The Chrome and Black finishes are the most popular options and are guaranteed to have the most in stock availability.

Please visit our website for more information on these and all of the other products Production Automation has to offer.

You can find a link to the PAC Wire Shelving products here: PAC Wire Shelving

or visit our homepage and check out our other products, sales, and specials here: PAC Homepage

 

Milagon Chairs: Engineered for Work

Milagon offers high quality ergonomic seating for the commercial and industrial workspace. The focus of Milagon is the growing need in the industrial workplace to improve worker health, comfort, and productivity through ergonomics. By integrating high-tech ergonomics, quality materials, and craftsmanship, Milagon produces the highest quality ergonomic seating available for the commercial and industrial workplace.

 

 Chairs from Milagon feature Workseat® Technology, the ergonomic combination of form and function that fuses unmatched comfort, rugged durability, and aesthetics into the seating systems they produce.

We at PAC are pleased to carry six of Milagon’s chair lines:

          Aklaim:

The Aklaim offers wellness for your back at your workplace. All over perforated seats and backrests ensure continuous air circulation and optimal seating climate. When work hygiene is of concern, the detachable and individually exchangeable PU upholstery allows for new options, especially at multi-shift workplaces.

Healthy, dynamic sitting is supported by amply dimensioned seats with variable inclination angles as well as high backrests with individually adjustable contact pressure.

          Brio:

Milagon’s Brio Series chair is the “workhorse” of the industrial seating line. Brio brings innovation and performance together with one purpose in mind: Optimal seating in the workspace.

Soft, comfortable polyurethane foam seat pan and backrest are featured for maximum wear and durability. These are mounted to a cast aluminum mechanisim providing a -4 to +10 degree tilt of the seat and a 10 degree + or - angle of the backrest with spring tensioned, clutch mechanism. This self-skinning polyurethane is an ideal material for those multi shift environments where hygiene is a concern.

          Edj:

Special areas need special materials.

Edj stainless steel workseats are designed for “wash” down environments. All metal parts are made of stainless steel.

Height adjustment of the seat pan is accomplished with a concentric taper of the solid stainless steel rod.

 

         Neutra:

fabric or vinyl conductive seating mounted on five star cast aluminum base equipped with conductive glides or conductive self-braking casters that provide maximum dissipation of electro-static discharges.

As with all Milagon seating systems, the Neutra series chair conforms to the ergonomic safety requirements prescribed by ANSI/BIFMA.

 

          Stera:

The Milagon designed, Class 10 Approved, cleanroom chair is your solution to cleanroom/ESD requirements. In addition to ergonomics and safety requirements, Stera workseats respond to stringent specifications placed on cleanroom furniture, as required in the electronic or medical fields, without sacrificing comfort.

Conductivity is within the specified range of 105 Ohm.

 

          Tasq:

The Tasq Standing Support is designed to provide ergonomic physical relief to the body posture of any employee whose duties require standing performance, thereby avoiding many common industrial repetitive motion injuries.

Hakko 936 ESD Soldering Station on Sale Now

The Hakko 936 ESD Soldering Station is an inexpensive, temperature adjustable station and is ESD-safe by design. At just $78.50, it is the only high performance station available under $100. The ceramic heating element has a built in sensor and units are stackable to conserve valuable workbench space. Three sizes of handpieces are available, plus hot tweezer capability. High quality garaunteed - Hakko has only had 2 returns in over 10,000 sales! Select from a number of inexpensive, over the element tips. Our most popular long-life tips are the 900M-T-B and the 900M-T-1.6D.

Additional Features

Adjustable temperature control with lock/set screw

Temperature range 392°-896°F (200°- 480°C)

Maintains idle temperature within 1.8°F (1°C)

Ceramic heating element and senor
   - Insures rapid heat-up temperature (30 seconds)
   - Lightning-fast thermal recovery

°C or °F temperature setting

Temperature adjusted by simply turning the dial

Slender, insulated iron handles - ergonomic-designed for ease and comfort

Accommodates large, medium or small irons

Wide selection of tips for soldering SMD and through-hole coomponents

Included with the Hakko 936 ESD Soldering Station are the Hakko 907 Medium-Standard Soldering Iron and the 907 Soldering Iron Holder.

Technical Specifications

Power Consumption: 60W

Output Voltage: 24V AC

Temperature: 200 - 480°C (392 - 896°F)

Temperature Stability: ±1.0°C (1.8°F)

Outer Dimensions: 120 x 93 x 170 mm (4.7″ x 3.7″ x 6.7″)

Weight: Approx. 1.3 Kg (2.9 lbs.)

For more information and purchasing details on these and other soldering products view our entire line of Soldering and Desoldering products.

OKi Metcal PS-900 Soldering System

New PS Series Soldering System
Limited Time Offer - Buy 3 Get 1 Free!
The PS Soldering Series features an innovative, compact power supply with a small footprint which is ideal for production environments. OKi Metcal recently released the new PS-900 Soldering System, adding to their already quality line of PS Series Soldering Stations.

The PS-900 is designed to be used with SmartHeat® PowerTips™ Heater Tips and the PS-H3 Soldering Handpiece. Together, they allow operators to produce high quality product quickly, easily and safely.

Power and control to solder demanding loads with consistent results.
The OKi PS-900 Soldering System, powered by SmartHeat® Technology, is part of a new generation of cost-effective soldering systems from OK International. The PS-900 packs power and provides exceptional thermal control into a small benchtop footprint. The PS-900 provides operators the repeatability to produce high quality solder connections with exceptional speed.

PS-900 Soldering System Includes:

PS-PW900 - PS-900 Power Supply

PS-H3 - PS-900 Soldering Handpiece with Cord

WS2 - PS-900 Autosleep Workstand with Sponge

AC-CP2 - Tip Cartridge Removal Pad

More Applications
The PS-900 increases productivity by performing a wide range of applications. It is suited for lead-free soldering processes, multilayer boards and thermally demanding components. What’s more, SmartHeat technology enables the PS-900 to solder at lower temperatures, even for such demanding applications as lead-free soldering processes. This means operators are more productive and materials are safe from damaging temperatures.

Low Operating Costs
The PS-900 is designed for simplicity and low maintenance. With SmartHeat Technology at its core, it requires no calibration. Moreover, it uses high quality tips that assure low ongoing operating costs. Its low cost makes it the perfect choice for small or large production environments, which need exceptional performance, while being mindful of operating budgets.

For more information and purchasing details on these and other OKi Metcal Soldering Products view our OKi Metcal page or view our entire line of Soldering and Desoldering products.

Anti-Fatigue Mats - Crown Mats & Matting

Your First Step to Performance Driven Solutions
For more than 60 years, Crown Mats has been a pioneer of matting, beginning with the invention of walk-off matting by their founder, R.P. Johnson. They have the most diverse matting product line offered in the industry. They work through a network of highly-trained sales representatives that are ready to help you find the right mat for your application needs, and Production Automation is happy to be joining their team.

Through our partnership with Crown we will be offering the following new matting selections:

Industrial and Food Service Mats
These mats are designed for optimum performance for industrial applications where exposure to grease, oils and fluids is constant. Oily area mats are rated based on the resistance to common fluids and oils used in industrial and food service environments.

General Purpose 645 Grease Resistant 646

Scraper Mats
Scraper mats are used for either outdoor or indoor entrances and aggressively scrape dirt, debris and snow from shoes. Debris is trapped beneath the surface of the mat. Studies show that 70 - 80% of the dirt and debris in a facility comes through the front door. When used in conjunction with a Crown Wiper Mat or a Wiper/Scraper Mat, the Scraper Mat helps stop dirt at the door. Check the products below for the best scraper mat.

Finger-Tip 105 Commercial Clean Machine 110 Diamond-Deluxe Duet 125

Wiper/Scraper Mats
Wiper/Scraper mats are designed to clean shoes and absorb moisture. They work best when used following a Scraper Mat or in conjunction with a Crown Wiper Mat. When used alone, Wiper/Scraper Mats need to be greater in length to be completely effective. We have a vast variety of styles and colors in Wiper/Scraper Mats. Check below to find the perfect mat for your entrance.

Tire-Track 225 Chevron 230 Needle-Rib 235 Super-Soaker Diamond 261 Super-Soaker 250

Wiper Mats
Wiper Mats are the best way to remove dust and moisture from shoes. They should be used in combination with a Crown Wiper/Scraper Mat, otherwise dirt and debris can collect on top of the mat. Choose from the carpet-top mats below to find the proper Wiper Mat for your heavy, medium or light traffic settings.

Grounds-Keeper 300 Rug-Hugger II 305 Wonder-Pro 310

For more information and purchasing details on these and other mats, please visit our Anti-Fatigue Mats section, browse by Anti-Fatigue Mat Application, or browse by Anti-Fatigue Mat Type.

PS-800E High Power Soldering Station

Compact Production Soldering System
Originally $180 - Now only $99 while supplies last!
OK International’s PS-800E Soldering System is a compact system for repetitive manual soldering and touch-up. What sets this system apart from the PS-800 is a new coil assembly and tip range that offers a larger conductive area. The larger area allows for more efficient transfer of thermal energy directly to the tip, optimizing the conduction of the thermal energy through the tip geometries design, making it an ideal solution for lead-free soldering.

The PS-800E is designed to be used with SmartHeat® PowerTips™ Heater Tips and the PS-CA2 Coil Assembly. Together, they allow operators to produce high quality product quickly, easily and safely.

PS-800E Soldering System Includes:

PS-PW1 - PS-800E Power Supply

WS2 - PS-800E Auto-Sleep Workstand with Sponge

PS-HC1 - PS-800E Soldering Handle with PS-CA2 Coil Assembly

Auto-Sleep Workstand
Included with the new high performance solder system is an Auto-Sleep Workstand, which helps increase tip life by allowing the tip cartridge to idle at a lower temperature, thereby reducing oxidation.

In an average hand soldering application, a soldering iron can spend 50% of its time fully powered, but not in use. This stand automatically reduces the power available to the tip, and thereby the tip temperature, while the iron is placed in the stand. By reducing the tip temperature, while the tip is not in use, the Auto-Sleep Workstand will help lengthen the tip life.

A Tip Range for Today’s Thermally Demanding Applications
OK International has developed a comprehensive line of large diameter, high power soldering tip geometries for the PS-800E. The result is extended tip life without reducing thermal performance.

The PS-800E has improved performance by enhancing the thermal transfer characteristics of our tips designs to deliver a significant increase in thermal performance without resorting to the conventional approach of increasing tip idle temperatures. This addresses the high thermal demands of lead-free alloys and other high thermal demand applications.

OKi has also extended its current SmartHeat® PowerTips™ range to include 9 new ‘easy access’ geometries. These 9 new geometries are specifically designed to be a perfect solution where precision and visibility are required, without compromising performance.

For more information and purchasing details on these and other OKi Metcal Soldering Products view our OKi Metcal page or view our entire line of Soldering and Desoldering products.

Choosing the Right Static Bag

Static control is a major issue in the electronics manufacturing industry today and can prove to be very costly if not addressed. Here at Production Automation we offer many solutions for static control problems. One very common static control problem is the Packaging and Transportation of static sensitive components. The following is an excerpt from a Static Control Components (SCC) technical bulletin regarding the different options for packaging and transporting static sensitive components.

Bags
One of the most common static preventative items is a bag. The use of protective bags began in the 1960’s with the introduction of “pink poly” bags. Static shielding bags were introduced in the late 1970’s. And while the military has long used moisture barrier bags, the proliferation of Surface Mount Technology has greatly increased usage.

Shielding Bags
Abilities: Static shielding bags provide the dissipative and antistatic attributes of other packaging and transportation options but they add a metal shield and polyester dielectric to stop static from entering the bag. The test for shielding demonstrates the difference between the various bags. Shielding bags will generally stop 97% of a 1000 volt static pulse applied to the outside of the bag from reaching the inside, whereas other packaging and transportation options only stop about 10% - 30%.

Construction: Static Shielding bags consist of several layers. From the interior to the exterior the layers are: dissipative poly laminated (glued) to metalized polyester. The outside polyester has an antistat coating. The metal is vapor deposited in a vacuum chamber. Aluminum is the metal most used in this process, with nickel and copper also being used. Shielding bags such as this, with the metal between two layers of plastic, are typically referred to as ‘Metal-In Static Shielding Bags.’

Bags where the poly is laminated to the polyester with metal on top are referred to as ‘Metal-Out Static Shielding Bags.’ The metal generally used is an abrasion coated nickel and it is sputtered instead of vapor deposited. Metal-In bags offer better protection of the transparent metal shield by placing it between two plastic layers, whereas Metal-Out bags have a conductive outer surface which provides fast charge dissipation. However, the conductive outer surface of Metal-Out bags can be sparked.

Applications: Static shielding bags should be used for all electronic components, boards and assemblies. Shielding bags are referred to as Type III under MIL-B-81705C.

We offer static shielding bags from the following four manufacturers:
3M, Desco, Miller Packaging, and SCC.

3M

Metal-In Static Shielding Bags

Metal-In Zip-Top Static Shielding Bags

Metal-Out Static Shielding Bags

Metal-Out Zip-Top Static Shielding Bags

Cushioned Metal-Out Static Shielding Bags

Cushioned Metal-Out Static Shielding Wrap

Electrically Conductive Bags and Drum Liners

Desco

Standard Transparent Metal-In ESD Shielding Bags

Premium Green Metal-In ESD Shielding Bags

Hi-Strength Metal-In Shielding Bags

Transparent Metal-Out ESD Shielding Bags

Statfree Ultra Clear ESD Barrier Bags

Miller Packaging Metal-In Static Shielding Bags Metal-In Zip-Top Static Shielding Bags SCC Metal-In Static Shielding Bags Metal-In Zip-Top Static Shielding Bags Metal-Out Static Shielding Bags

Moisture Barrier Bags
Abilities: Moisture barrier bags provide dissipation, antistatic properties, static shielding, and add a moisture vapor barrier. The moisture barrier protects moisture sensitive items and improves long term storage.

Construction: Moisture barrier bags are physically stronger than static shielding bags, but are similar in structure. The two types or moisture barrier bags are ‘Foil and Tyvek’ and ‘Heavy Metallization.’ The ‘Foil and Tyvek’ structure from the interior to the exterior is dissipative poly laminated to thin aluminum foil and tyvek. Tyvek is a DuPont spunbonded
polyethylene material.

The ‘heavy metallization’ structure is essentially that of a shielding bag but with opaque, thick aluminum metallization or multiple layers of metallization. Nylon may be used in place of Tyvek or polyester. It provides the needed strength at a lower cost than Tyvek. Both foil and metallized moisture barriers provide good service.

Applications: The moisture barrier bag is used when barrier protection is needed or when maximum shielding protection is desired but transparency is not an issue. Surface mount devices are placed in moisture barrier bags to avoid moisture absorption by the IC case material. During reflow soldering, absorbed moisture will expand and crack the case. The moisturebarrier bag is also referred to as MIL-B-81705 TYPE I.

Desco, Miller Packaging, and SCC offer the following moisture barrier bags:

Desco Statshield ESD Moisture Barrier Bags Statshield ESD High Moisture Barrier Bags Statshield Foil Moisture Barrier Miller Packaging Dri-Shield Moisture Barrier Bags SCC Metallized Moisture Vapor Barrier Bags Puncture Resistant Moisture Vapor Barrier Bags Foil Moisture Vapor Barrier Bags

Background Information
Almost everyone is aware of the effects of static electricity in general terms. For example, scuffing one’s shoes on carpet and touching a person or metal door handle produces a brief shock. The static electricity behind these common events can destroy modern electronic circuits and devices.

As electronic circuits and their connecting pathways have continued to shrink in size, their susceptibility to damage from static electricity has increased. A factor of 10 shrinkage in feature size can make gate oxides 10 times more sensitive. Protective handling and packaging techniques have been adopted by all segments of the electronics industry from the chip foundry to the production floor to the field service arena.

Static Threats A device needs to be protected from three primary static threats: Direct Discharge (ESD): A discharge directly to a bag can subject the device inside to very high current, melting or fusing the circuit Static Fields: Fields can induce destructive currents in circuit conductors and field differentials can break down the circuit dielectric Tribocharging: Friction between the bag and the device can produce damaging static voltage and fields

Testing of Static Shielding
The Static Shielding test, EIA 541 Appendix E, applies a direct discharge to a bag. An oscilloscope connected to a sensor inside the bag measures the amount of voltage that penetrates the bag. This test also addresses the Field threat. Fields are generated by the discharge to the outside of the bag.

Tribocharging tests are difficult to perform and are not very repeatable. Data from bag specs are only a benchmark, and do not describe how materials will perform in everyday use. Bag users are left to compare these benchmarks or perform their own tests.

Surface Resistivity is an indication of a material’s ability to allow static to dissipate (move around). It is does not necessarily suggest low tribocharging.

For more information and purchasing details on these and other static control products check out our Static Control section, or Browse by Manufacturer

Weller Volume Fume Extraction System WFE2ES

Are your employees breathing harmful airborne pollutants?

Testing conclusively proves that soldering with lead-free alloys creates a level of breathable airborne pollutants which exceeds the safety threshold set by OSHA (see diagram). Weller’s WFE2ES Volume Fume Extraction System is a viable solution for use in apllications such as micro soldering, solder baths, hot air soldering, and adhesive applications.

Key features of the WFE2ES:

Purifies the air at a soldering workbench

Puratex compact H12 HEPA Filter plus Wide Band Gas Filter

Class F5 Fine Dust Filter

Guaranteed to remove 99.5% of particulates up to 0.3 micrometers

Low noise emission - less than 55 dBA

Powerful brushless and maintenance free turbine

The WFE2ESKIT includes the Weller Zero-Smog Volume Fume Extractor and all the accessories needed for one operator. However, for a limited time, order the WFE2ESKIT Volume Fume Extraction Kit and receive a second free accessory kit for an additional operator’s use - a $190 value! Contains all of the accessories needed for the set-up of two operators. The WFE2ESKIT improves the soldering precess by capturing the particles and pollutants produced and provides the operator with a safe, clean, and comfortable working environment.

Each accessory kit includes:

Fume Extraction Hose

WFFMP50 - Sytem Seal

WFTB50 - Bench Mounting Bracket

Hose Clamps (2)

WFAF50 - Extraction Arm with 50 mm Funnel

Technical Specifications:

Voltage - 115/120 VAC - 50/60 Hz

Dimensions - 12.6″ x 12.6″ x 15.6″

Electrical Power - 115 VA

Noise Level - 52 db (A) at a distance of 1 m

Maximum Pressure - 0.26 psi (1800 Pa)

Maximum Airflow - 220 m³/h

For more information and purchasing details on this and other Weller Fume Extraction products please visit our Weller Fume Extraction page.

Weller Releases New WD1002T Solder Station

Weller’s industry leading WD1002 Soldering Station just got better - Introducing the WD1002T. The Weller WD1002T Soldering Station will extend tip life during lead-free applications. Soldering at its best!

New from Weller the WD1002T is a microprocessor controlled soldering station which is ideally suited for use in repair and laboratory environments as well as for production, design and R&D applications. The WD1002T is based on Weller’s highly successful WD1002 station. The WD1002T gives users the same extensive functionality of the WD1 control unit and the WP80 iron’s short tip to grip dimensions but, with the added benefits of the new WDH10T safety stand with Stop + Go functionality and integrated WDC2 dry tip cleaner. Temperature offset, temperature set back level and time as well as temperature lockout can all be programmed from the WD1 control unit. Using the WDH10T Stop + Go safety stand in conjunction with the WD1 control unit results in the automatic return of the soldering iron to its set back temperature when it is placed in the safety stand. When the iron is removed from the safety stand it will be automatically reset to its operating temperature. This process will extend the working life of the tip.

A WDC2 dry tip cleaner has been integrated into the WDH10T saving valuable bench space. The use of the dry cleaner reduces surface oxide build up and maintains the thermal efficiency of the soldering tip. This allows the soldering iron to operate at lower temperatures which also increases tip life and reduces operating costs.

WD1002T Soldering Station Includes:

WD1M - Power Supply and Power Cable

WP80 - 80 Watt Soldering Pencil with Short Tip-to-Grip

WDH10T - Stop + Go Stand

WDC2 - Dry Cleaner - Fits into WDH10T Stand

Instruction Manual and Safety Information

Technical Specifications:

Dimensions: 5.27″ x 4.25″ x 5.77″

Main Voltage: 120 V / 50/60 Hz

Power Input: 95 W

Temperature Control: 150°F - 850°F (50°C - 450°C)

Temperature Accuracy: ±17°F (±9°C)

Temperature Stability: ±9°F (±5°C)

Leak Resistance of Soldering Tip: < 2 Ω (Tip-to-Ground)

Leak Voltage of Soldering Tip: < 2 mV (Tip-to-Ground)

ESD Safe - RoHS Compliant

Optional Accessories:

WSP80 Soldering Pencil & WDH10 Stand

MPR80 Soldering Iron & KH25P Stand

WMP Micro Soldering Pencil & WDH20 Stand

WTA50 Thermal Tweezers & AK51 Stand

WHP80 Pre-Heating Plate

WSB80 Solder Bath

For more information and purchasing details on this and other Weller Soldering products please visit our Weller Soldering page.