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    1. Thermoforming

    EAO introduces status indicators

    April 21, 2017
    EAO has released a new, high-intensity, illuminated status indicator that is suitable for a variety of industrial applications.
    Series 14 Indicidator Eao
    Series 14 Indicidator Eao

    Series 14 indicator EAO AG, Olten, Switzerland, has released a new, high-intensity, illuminated status indicator that is suitable for a variety of industrial applications, including material handling and automation equipment. It can withstand harsh environments and is available in five colors: red, blue, green, orange and white.

    What's new? The indicator, which made its debut in December.

    Benefits Ease of installation and high visibility. The illuminated, push-in terminal indicator has a back panel depth of only 9.5mm and an outer diameter of 33.5mm, and offers 180-degree visibility, even from a distance.

    EAO Corp., Shelton, Conn., 203-951-4600, www.eao.com

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