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Rip optimizer

Mereen-Johnson manufactures rip saws and optimizing systems that feature shifting blades and fixed arbor multiple rip saws. The model 524-DC/SR4 is a rip optimizing system with four moving blades that offer glue joint accuracy, reliability, higher yields, and the lowest overall total cost of ownership according to the company.

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Multi-purpose router

AXYZ's new versatile Infinite Router for multi-purpose routing boasts process areas up to 128-inches wide and over 50-feet long. It features a heavy-duty frame, a new carriage design with easier access for service, and a new dust extraction system which reduces clogging and allows for longer tables. The company says its Infinite is the ideal solution for one-off, small batch production as well as high volume applications.

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Corner key doweling jig

Rockler's new corner key doweling jig clamps to the corner of a box and guides an extended-length bit through the joint at a 45-degree angle. Adjustable to work with different thicknesses of stock and to allow fine-tuning of the hole position, the jig includes interchangeable 1/8-, 1/4-, and 3/8-inch diameter drilling guides. Once set, the jig can be moved and reclamped to drill a series of matching holes. As part of the product rollout, Rockler is also offering a free downloadable plan for a kitchen knife block that incorporates a decorative corner dowel pattern created with the jig.

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Temperature & humidity data logger

Wagner Meters' new Smart Logger temperature and relative humidity data logger informs the user exactly if and when ambient conditions may have spiked and contributed to moisture-related issues. It can be left in a customer’s home after installation, which the company says allows the customer to be more involved in the process.

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Laser engraving, cutting & marking systems

Epilog Laser offers CO2 and fiber laser systems for engraving, cutting, and marking in its Epilog Legend laser series. The series includes the Epilog Mini 18 and 24, and the Helix 24, which all feature a motion control system, high-speed servo motors, linear encoders, and integrated cutting and vacuum tables. The Mini 18 is an entry-level model with an 18- by 12-inch engraving area, while the 24 features a 24- by 12-inch engraving area and the company's Radiance high-definition optics

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Moisture meter with Bluetooth

Wagner Meters' new Orion line of wood moisture meters feature dual-depth measurement and true NIST-traceable in-field calibration. The Orion model 950 can collect data in either manual or automatic mode with viewable moisture stats, can hold data storage of up to 100 readings, and can provide a high-low-average analysis. It is also capable of calculating the equilibrium moisture content of the environment where wood is stored while also interacting through Bluetooth technology with both Woodshop MC and FloorSmart free mobile apps.

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2-axis dimensional measuring system

Accurate Technology's ProTable-CAB2 system uses two ProScale measuring systems placed in an X-Y configuration. With options that include a third axis measurement system for drawer depth, or an angular measurement system for out-of-square measurements, ProTable is available in three configurations, the CAB, the CAB V, and the CAB S. The ProTable-CAB model uses a ProScale LCD digital readout on each of the measuring axes. The readouts are each powered by a lithium battery, making the entire measuring system portable.

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Digital readouts

Accurate Technology offers nine different ProScale general purpose linear measuring systems with either absolute or incremental technology. The company says the absolute measuring systems will not lose position due to signal interruption or power loss, but the incremental technology measuring systems might. The absolute systems are limited to slew rates of 10 inches/second without customization, while the incremental systems are limited to slew rates of 80 inches/second.

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Multi-purpose CNC

AXYZ Automation's AXYZ Series is a compact, multi-purpose CNC router that offers a wide choice of process areas, head configurations, tooling, and productivity options. The frame is available in a variety of standard and custom lengths, and the company says the full-sized machine is able to process all types of wood, plastic, and metal.

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Manually operated digital stop & fence system

Accurate Technology’s ProStop is a complete Digital Stop and Fence System that includes an incremental mode with programmable kerf-compensating ability for making repeat cuts. The system features a programmable monitor mode, which can alert the operator if a stop is pushed out of position, and a factory-configured and –calibrated digital readout that can remember calibration information for five different blades/tools. The system includes an aluminum Fence, a flip stop with fine adjust, double locks mechanism, and two ‘Quick Set’ indexing stops, which are ideal for setting often-used cutting positions.