Leading UK-based intruder alarm manufacturer Texecom (www.texe.com) has announced the appointment of a new Business Development Manager to support its sales in India. Munish Dudeja joins Texecom from Honeywell, with whom he has gained many years’ experience working in the intruder alarm industry. Reporting directly to Peter Harries, Texecom’s Global Sales Director, Munish will take control of the company’s business operations in India.

Texecom Appoints Munish Dudeja as its new Business Manager for India

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Commenting on his appointment, Munish was enthusiastic about this opportunity for both Texecom and himself: “India’s market for intrusion alarm systems is growing rapidly, and the Texecom portfolio of products is very well suited to fit its needs, wants and demands. I have always been impressed by the quality of Texecom as a company and a brand, and particularly admired the user-friendliness of its products. Texecom is already recognised in the Indian market as a premium manufacturer and already interest so far has been phenomenal.”

Peter Harries sees this expansion in India as another logical step in the growth of Texecom’s global business. “India is a huge market opportunity for us. Texecom provides a range of tried and tested products that can deal with the fundamental issues that are required in protecting people and property. Munish is well-experienced in the complexities of electronic security systems and is eager to encourage and ensure the success of Texecom in India. We are very glad to have him on board”.

For more information please contact:
Munish Dudeja
Halma Trading and Services India Pvt. Ltd.
201 Hyde Park, Saki Vihar Road
Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400 072
Tel: 022 6708 0400, Fax: 022 6708 0415
mobile: 09899 020406
E-mail: mdudeja@texe.com
Website: www.texe.com

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Ocean Optics (www.oceanoptics.com) has expanded its offering of small-footprint near-infrared spectrometers with the introduction of NIRQuest512-2.2, a high-performance unit with response from 900-2200 nm. NIRQuest512-2.2 is ideal for applications ranging from moisture detection and chemical analysis to high-resolution laser and optical fibre characterization.

Ocean Optics’ NIRQuest512-2.2 near-infrared spectrometer features a small footprint with response from 900-2200 nm

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(Photo caption: Ocean Optics’ NIRQuest512-2.2 near-infrared spectrometer features a small footprint with response from 900-2200 nm).

NIRQuest512-2.2 uses a high-stability, 512-element Hamamatsu Indium Gallium Arsenide (InGaAs)-array detector in a compact optical bench with two-stage thermoelectric cooler and low-noise electronics. Depending on the configuration – six grating options and five sizes of optical bench entrance slits are available – optical resolution of ~0.5 nm-5.0 nm (FWHM) is possible. Higher-resolution setups are especially useful for characterizing lasers.

External hardware triggering functions allow users to capture data when an external event occurs, or to trigger an event after data acquisition. This capability can be especially useful for capturing data from automated processes or from devices such as solar simulators that flash synchronously.

The SpectraSuite Operating Software used by the spectrometer is a modular, Java-based spectroscopy platform that operates in Windows, Mac OS and Linux operating systems. In addition, NIRQuest512-2.2 can be bundled with the Remora Network Adapter from Ocean Optics to turn the system into a multi-user spectral data server over Ethernet or your existing Wi-Fi connection.

With the addition of the NIRQuest512-2.2, Ocean Optics now offers NIR spectrometer options with spectral response from 900-1700 nm, 900-2050 nm, 900-2200 nm and 900-2500 nm. Multiple grating, optical bench and accessory options make it possible to configure a NIRQuest system for a variety of applications in medical diagnostics, food and beverage monitoring, pharmaceuticals analysis, environmental monitoring, process control and more.

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Polyimide coating can withstand temperatures up to 360ºC

Delivering reliable operation in demanding conditions, Fiberguide Industries introduces its new line of fused silica capillary tubing. The new tubing has proven effective in a number of scientific applications including protein characterisation, small molecule and genetic analysis, proteomics, DNA sequencing and fragment analysis.

Fused Silica Capillary Tubing from Fiberguide Industries

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Fiberguide’s capillary tubing is manufactured from high purity synthetic quartz with a protective coating of polyimide. Applied to the outer surface of the tubing, polyimide has an upper temperature limit of 360ºC. A wide variety of standard I.D.’s are available, from 2µ to 700µ and O.D.’s from 90µ to 850µ. Non-standard sizes can also be manufactured by request.

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Diba Industries provides solutions for laboratory fluid handling, as well as standard components and products for a variety of fluid handling applications. Diba will be introducing its expanded Omnifit® Labware chromatography column product line at the Analytica China Trade Fair, being held at the Shanghai New Expo Centre between September 15-17. The company will also show its Dibafit™ standard components, including the complete Click-N-Seal® family of connectors. The Diba booth number is 2335 in Hall W2.

Diba Industries Showing its Fluid Handling Solutions at Analytica China Trade Fair

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(Photo caption: Diba’s Omnifit® Labware columns for low to mid pressure liquid chromatography or flow chemistry applications)

Diba’s Omnifit® Labware columns offer maximum performance for low to mid pressure liquid chromatography or flow chemistry applications.  Simple to assemble, pack, and operate its columns are available in a variety of sizes and three ranges–offering the highest pressure ratings, chemical compatibilities and temperature rating on the market.

Diba’s Dibafit™ standard components, including its Click-N-Seal® & Microbarb™ connector product lines, are designed to eliminate the guesswork eliminate the guesswork in installing fittings to “finger-tight.”  The fittings are reusable and accommodate flared, ferrule, barb and peristaltic pump connections.

Diba’s dedicated engineers utilise its proprietary technologies and products to design and manufacture optimal fluid path products for the most demanding laboratory and scientific applications.

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Crowcon’s new LIBRA (Lithium ion Battery Replacement Assembly) battery is now available for use with all existing and new-build Triple Plus+ (TRP+) and Triple Plus +IR (TRP+IR) gas detectors. This makes the detectors even more versatile and dependable, with extended lifetime and charge cycles.

Crowcon’s new LIBRA (Lithium ion Battery Replacement Assembly) battery is now available for use with all existing and new-build Triple Plus+ and Triple Plus +IR gas detectors

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(Photo caption: Crowcon’s LIBRA battery with a Triple Plus+ gas detector)

LIBRA is more than just a Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery. It contains a microprocessor and circuitry to mimic the previous Lead Acid battery pack – this means users can simply replace on their Lead Acid battery pack with a LIBRA without needing to do any modifications to their TRP+/TRP+IR or change the charger, even though the battery technologies are generations apart. LIBRA also provides power for 20-30 minutes after low battery warning, allowing users to complete their task and to replace the battery.

Core to the development was the need to offer existing users a solution compliant to their existing operating procedures. For example, there is no impact on the requirement to see the minimum operating voltage of 6.3V.

At the same time Crowcon has introduced a more forceful low battery alarm indication, based on customer feedback, demonstrating the company’s commitment to supporting the many tens of thousands of TRP+/TRP+IR users in the field. This improvement is available as standard in all new-builds (after November 2009) and also in the form of a service replaceable Eprom upgrade.

Li-ion batteries have a number of advantages over competing technologies. Firstly, they are generally lighter than Lead Acid equivalent batteries; secondly, they provide much more energy than Lead Acid batteries; thirdly, Li-ion batteries hold their charge (even on the shelf) and can be more effectively controlled by electronics; finally, they have no ‘memory effect’ and so can be recharged at any time without losing any overall life or cycle time – this means increased lifetime and charge cycles.

Assuming a five day working week, a 48 week year and a gas detector being charged overnight after every working day, the battery will experience 240 charging cycles per year. Under these conditions LIBRA guarantees a full two years of charge cycles without any reduction in run time. At the end of the following 240 charge cycles, a 25% reduction in run time may be experienced. LIBRA therefore offers, at the very minimum, three years of reliable use, assuming extreme recharging patterns. This time will be extended if the battery is not used completely or not charged as frequently.

Because Lead Acid batteries are declining in popularity due to their negative environmental impact, LIBRA Li-ion batteries are also more environmentally friendly than alternatives.

Crowcon’s TRP+/TRP+IR detectors have been industry favourites worldwide due to their robust construction and reliability. Using the most advanced technologies they have always proven themselves as ‘fit for purpose’ in the field.

For more information please contact:
Kishore Degwekar, Managing Director
Detection Instruments Pvt. Ltd.
Plot No. El-36, Electronics Zone
TTC Industria Area, MIDCl – Mahape
Navi Mumbai 400 710
India
Tel: 022 2761 7663 / 64 / 65 / 66, Fax: 022 2761 2103
E-mail: general@detection-india.com / sales@detection-india.com
Website: www.detection-india.com

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Signal-balancing technique is scaleable to large-volume spectrometer

Ocean Optics (www.OceanOptics.com), the industry leader in miniature photonics, has developed a proprietary light shaping technique for its spectrometers that balances and smoothes the uneven spectral emission from UV-Vis light sources used for spectroscopy applications. As a result, users can measure light more evenly across a broader spectral region and thus improve signal-to-noise performance. The technique is especially useful for spectral absorbance applications where strong absorbing bands coexist with bands of low signal in the unbalanced spectrum. This low signal level limits the maximum measurable optical density.

Ocean Optics Announces Advanced Spectral Shaping Technology

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(Photo caption: Ocean Optics’ spectral shaping technology is applied to a miniature spectrometer optical design to balance the uneven spectral emission from UV-Vis light sources used for spectroscopy applications).

Traditionally, the spiky spectral output of a lamp – i.e., distinguished by sharp and narrow peaks – of light sources used in spectroscopy is handled at the source itself. But methods such as using mechanical fixtures or optical filters at the light source can result in greater light loss and may be too expensive or impractical, especially when instrument to instrument uniformity is desired. The patented and proprietary Ocean Optics spectral shaping technique modifies the light internal to the spectrometer so that specific wavelengths or wavelength bands are selectively attenuated. This makes it easier to optimize the spectrometer setup in concert with the light source.

The Ocean Optics OEM Engineering Team is now able to apply this novel spectral shaping technique to a variety of OEM applications. This dedicated engineering group provides expert support to help OEM customers bring products to market faster and better optimized to commercial requirements. The team offers complete system design capability for OEMs from supply of fiber assemblies and light sources to sensor coatings and sample holders. The company is ISO 9001:2008 certified and can support both integrated system and sub-system manufacturing needs. Additional information is available at www.OceanOEM.com .

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The new ri- thermo® N from Riester is an ergonomic, infrared thermometer for use in medical practices, hospitals and the home. Clinically validated, its innovative infrared technology not only allows ri- thermo® N to measure the body temperature of children and adults in a matter of seconds, but also the temperature of surfaces, rooms and bathwater between the range of 0-100°C.

Riester’s ri- thermo® N Infrared Thermometer Measures Temperatures in Seconds

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Using acoustic signals, the ri- thermo® N will indicate when it is ready to measure, when it has completed a reading, detected a fever or has encountered a fault. Results are shown on a large, backlit LCD display. The device stores the last 12 readings in its memory so values can be compared and temperature curves plotted to monitor patients’ progress over time.

As an energy saving feature, ri- thermo® N will automatically power off one minute after the last reading. A long life battery is supplied along with a hygienic storage container and probe covers. The use of probe covers is essential to receive accurate readings.

Riester also offers a wall mounted version of ri-thermo® N with the added benefits of neat storage and easier attachment of probe covers.

For more information please contact:
N. S. Govardhan
Riester Regional Sales Manager, South East Asia, Gulf & India
14/A Lakshmi street
Thiru Mangalam Road
Villivakkam
Chennai 600 049
Tel/Fax: 044 2618 1407
E-mail: govardhan@riester.de
Website: www.riester.de

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