Industrial & Electromechanical

The Belt Sander Racing Association (BSRA) has planned a special race event at D.B. Roberts Company in Plano, Texas on December 9, 2010, at 4 pm.

Accuride International and D.B. Roberts Company have created this unique event to bring together belt sander racing enthusiasts from the area to compete for awards on a 75-foot-long wooden track. Entrants with the fastest sanders will receive awards; plus a special Judge’s Award and recognition for the Best Dressed Sander will also be presented. Complete rules and entry forms are available at www.accuride.com/bsra.

 “The sawdust—and sometimes sanders—really flies at these events,” says BSRA guru and Accuride Regional Sales Manager Jamie Goodwin, “We have had a tremendous turn out at our other regional races this year, with some fierce competition exhibited by the entrants.”

Belt sanders were one of the first power tools repurposed for drag racing. At some point in time, someone got the idea to set up a wooden track and outfit the sanders with extra long extension cords to turn it into a competition. The rest is history.

Most belt sander races include two classes: Stock and Modified. The Stock class requires that the belt sander be a standard product manufactured by a conventional power tool manufacturer. The Modified class allows creative enhancements to improve speed and performance. Both class entries are encouraged to "dress up" their sanders to add personality. You'll see everything from Hello Kitty to Elvis themed racers—which add to the fun of the event.

Accuride designs and manufactures precision ball bearing slide products for a variety of applications. The company has manufacturing locations worldwide: each governed by a quality management system registered to ISO 9001:2008. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit www.accuride.com.                                                                                                                                                                         ###

ACE is an acronym for Accuride Certified Expert.

“Graduates of our program will receive recognition as an ACE for their commitment to expanding their product knowledge,” says Calvin Luce, director of distribution sales for Accuride.

“Sales teams for hardware distributors have a daunting task in that they must become familiar with several manufacturers and literally thousands of products. It’s reminiscent of the riddle: how do you eat an elephant? The answer: one bite at a time. The same concept applies with the Accuride product line, which can be overwhelming, since we have such a large range of products that can be used in so many different industries and applications,” added Luce.

Distributor sales reps are often called upon to provide advice on product selection. Accuride designed this program to ensure distributor reps attain a good understanding of not only the product line, but the potential industry applications for each product as well, enabling reps to provide knowledgeable support to their customers.

Luce say, "Time is at a premium for these folks; that's why we developed an online program that allows reps to learn in an on-demand format.  The product information is broken into smaller segments, so training can be incorporated into their day as time permits.

"Accuride’s investment in a comprehensive training program such as this benefits all parties; foremost the distributor sales teams and the accounts they call on, which in turn, has a positive result for the distributor and Accuride,” said Luce.

Accuride is a leading designer and manufacturer of precision slide products. For more information, visit www.accuride.com.

 The completely redesigned, 36-page booklet offers an entirely new look that includes application images, detailed product specifications, and a helpful cross section guide.

The products are organized into 6 different sections: Slides for Electronic Enclosures; Light Duty, Medium Duty, and Heavy Duty Slides; Specialty products; and the 20 Series pocket and bayonet mount slides. Each section begins with a slide selection guide offering a brief overview of the products in that category.

This edition features several new products including the Ascent mechanical lift, stainless steel slides, 3832 Action-Assist, and more.

Accuride International Inc. designs and manufactures precision slide products for a broad variety of applications. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit the company’s web site at www.accuride.com.

 The 3832EC is an affordable upgrade to installations where safe and quiet operation is desirable such as institutional equipment and carts found in libraries, schoolrooms, laboratories, or hospitals. The easy-close feature is also beneficial for use in a variety of industrial applications including workstations or benches.

The easy-close action on this product has an automatic reset and begins about 1.75" from drawer closure. This distance or stroke, helps to prevent pinched fingers. The pull-force required to open the drawer is less than that typically found on slides with a soft close feature. This was engineered with the end user in mind to provide a balance between the closing and opening actions, thus preventing the drawer from pulling out of the user’s hand and unintentionally re-closing.

The 3832EC has a lever disconnect and Accuride’s signature cam drawer front adjustment. The easy-close mechanism is partially shielded, which prevents debris from entering during construction. This product is available in even lengths of 14" to 28", in clear zinc, black, and white finishes. The zinc and white finishes are RoHS compliant.

Accuride International manufactures precision ball bearing slides for a variety of applications and has six locations worldwide; each governed by a quality management system registered to ISO 9001:2000. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit the company’s web site at www.accuride.com.

The corrosion resistance of these products offers a slide solution for drawers or pull-out shelves in food service applications, outdoor kitchens, wash-down areas, industrial storage of parts, equipment, tools, chemicals, paint, etc. vehicular storage, and other applications subject to dampness.

Tested to 80,000 cycles, these products offer load ratings from 100 to 350 pounds, with extensions ranging from 3/4 to over travel. All include a hold-in detent feature to prevent drawers from rolling back out after closure. Several lengths are available for each model and all products are RoHS compliant.

Accuride International manufactures precision ball bearing slides for a variety of applications and has six locations worldwide; each governed by a quality management system registered to ISO 9001:2000. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit the company’s web site at www.accuride.com.

Models AL4120 and AL4140 are lightweight aluminum, with stainless steel ball bearings and ball retainers, which provide corrosion resistance for exterior applications exposed to moisture and high humidity. These products are suitable to a number of applications in industries such as transportation, utility and emergency vehicles, manufacturing, food service, and more.

Model AL4120 offers ¾ extension and a load rating up to 966 pounds. AL4140 is full extension and carries up to 882 pounds. Both products offer smooth movement and a hole pattern that gives the flexibility to accommodate a variety of installation options. Tested to 10,000 cycles, these slides are non-disconnect for added strength, and available in lengths of 16", 20", 24", 28", 32", 36", 40", 44" and 48".

Accuride International manufactures precision ball bearing slides for a variety of applications and has six locations worldwide; each governed by a quality management system registered to ISO 9001:2000. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit the company’s web site at www.accuride.com.

Santa Fe Springs, CA-Accuride International presents the Aero, a slide that offers exceptionally smooth and quiet movement in a durable and compact profile. Available with multiple options, this product gives manufacturers a host of flexible design solutions in appliances. The Aero is ideal for shelves, drawers, and baskets in refrigerators or freezers; under-counter refrigerator, microwave, or warming drawers; and other pull-out appliances.

Engineered to fit into tight spaces, the Aero’s compact profile has the sturdiness of a larger slide, yet it occupies just a small envelope of valued space. The robust cross section efficiently absorbs loads and resists vertical deflection, ensuring consistently smooth movement.

Fully concealed in installations, the Aero provides a clean appearance and provide safe operation without the concern of sharp edges or pinch points.

This product is available in ¾ or full extension. The ¾ extension has a tested load rating of 75 pounds in drawers up to 16" wide. The full extension model has a 100-pound load rating, accommodating drawers up to 24" wide.

This product may be ordered with a standard close; the popular Easy-Close with a soft, dampened close that prevents slamming; or Self-Close, which pulls drawers securely closed. All Aero slides feature cold-resistant FDA approved lubricant and a corrosion resistant coating.

Constructed to accommodate any number of mounting options, the Aero comes with a standard rear drawer attachment. The front attachment and hole patterns are customizable to client designs. The mounting surface of the cabinet member allows for flexibility in drawer structure and positioning.

Accuride designs and manufactures precision ball bearing slide products for a broad variety of applications. For more information, send inquiries by e-mail to applianceinfo@accuride.com or contact Frank Gerk, National Sales Manager, at (708) 479-8845.

One of the more notable additions is an interactive Slide Selection Guide that simplifies the product selection process. EGO Factory in Irvine, California worked with Accuride to develop the site to effectively communicate detailed information about the company’s ever-growing line of precision slide products. 

The site features technical information and hardware products for the Woodworking/Architectural and Industrial/Electromechanical markets. The Woodworking and Architectural section is focused towards woodworkers who design and build wood cabinetry, casework, and furniture. It also includes helpful information specific to architects, designers, and specifiers. The Industrial and Electromechanical section reaches out to an extended range of industries with custom and off-the-shelf solutions for applications such as major appliances, automotive/vehicular, machinery, and electronic enclosures.

Visitors may download technical sheets, CAD files, literature, and reference charts to assist in product and accessory kit selection. Authorized distributors are easily located by ZIP/postal code or state/province.

Accuride International Inc. designs and manufactures precision slide products for a broad range of industries and applications. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit www.accuride.com.

Santa Fe Springs, CA-Accuride announces the introduction of models 3832 Touch Release and 3832 Heavy-Duty Touch Release. These slides hold drawers, shelves, or cargo trays in a closed position until activated by touch. A push on the front of the drawer releases and propels it open about 2 inches.

Model 3832TR is well suited to portable cabinets, toolboxes, or equipment carts in medical, institutional, or manufacturing environments. It requires about 11 pounds of force to activate the release. Model 3832HDTR has a more robust positive hold, requiring a force of about 17–19 pounds. It is designed for more demanding applications subjected to vibration such as those found in RVs, aircraft, fire and rescue vehicles, or watercraft.

The Touch Release products eliminate the need for drawer pulls, providing the aesthetics of simple, clean drawer fronts, while offering a safer solution in medical and industrial equipment or cabinetry. These slides carry loads up to 100 pounds and have a lever disconnect to remove drawers quickly and easily. A cam adjustment feature allows for precise vertical alignment of drawer fronts. Both models are available in even lengths 12 to 28 inches, with a choice of three finishes: clear zinc, black, and white.

Accuride designs and manufactures precision ball bearing slide products for a broad variety of applications. For more information on products and distributor locations, visit the company’s web site at www.accuride.com.