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Hi, Can someone tell me if it is possible to weld an aluminum plate (0.38 thk) to a steel structure? Or, would it have to be bolted. This is not for a production environment, only for a one-off design. thanks

You can do a search for belting using any of several search engines on the Internet. Some quick references are as follows: www.brecoflex.com www.habasit.com These are belting suppliers, and as such have extensive knowledge of rollers, and related applications. Hope this is helpful! Paul R

Once again, I agree with Mike. I also use Russell Metals and their fabulous handbook on steel/aluminum/brass/copper and all related alloys. The Russell Metals handbook is a newer version of the older Drummond McCall handbook, if that helps any. If you're in Canada Russell Metals has branch...

Hi Shawn, Curious question for sure. It is listed as 'not preferred' because of the fact that m14 is not listed as a 'first choice' size in the grand list of 'preferred basic sizes' - ref section K16.6 of the Genium Publishing Drafting Manual. M14 is listed as a 'second choice' however, with...

I have not investigated this site very thoroughly but you could check out <A HREF="http://www.onvia.com" TARGET="_new">www.onvia.com</A> and see if they have anything that could meet your needs.<br><br>Best regards,<br><br>Paul R

and don't forget<br><br><A HREF="http://www.machinedesign.com" TARGET="_new">http://www.machinedesign.com</A><br><br>always enjoyable!<br><br>Paul R.<br>

HI,<br><br>I think in the end, it's really a matter of preference, but one important guideline to follow is the speed and onboard RAM the video card has, and from most studies, an AGP video card is generally considered superior to the older PCI cards.<br><br>For instance, I found that upgrading...

Mark's Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineering also features an extensive section on cryogenics, if more in-depth information is required.<br><br>Paul R

Hi,<br>You can also try some of the following web sites.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you search for a ratcheting crank, or something similar I'm sure you'll find what you're after:<br><br><A HREF="http://www.reidtools.com" TARGET="_new">www.reidtools.com</A><br><A HREF="http://www.southco.com"...

Hi Boltazar,<br> <br> I would recommend either Valox or Cycaloy, trademarks of GE Plastics These are ABS and PC/ABS blends essentially. You can/should visit <A HREF="http://www.geplastics.com" TARGET="_new">www.geplastics.com</A> and see what balance of properties are available to best suit...

What about using a dry black oxide coating?<br> Ref Mil-C-13924C<br> <br> I've specified it for a variety of applications without failure.<br> <br> Paul R

Good morning Ted,<br> <br> Thanks for emailing over the powerpoint show of the solid edge 'case history'.<br> I reviewed it last night and found it quite insightful. It is always very interesting to <br> examine a well documented design to look at the various processes and alterations,<br>...

I agree, the GE thermoplasics design guide is a must-have if you're working with polymers.<br> It contains a vast amount of useful information. As well, the GE plastics web site is also very useful, and under continual improvement. I've asked questions there before and had quick results from...

<br> With regard to my previous posting, I searched my library, and I would recommend MIL-HDBK-659A, on Human Factors Engineering, which is a very concise military handbook covering the spectrum of human factors engineering from percentile sizes to slump factors, and body movement. It contains...

Hi Ted,<br> Greetings from Ottawa! <br> <br> Yes V7 does include the sheet metal environment, as well as some improved functionality across the board with the part/assembly and draft modules. You can find exact updates at the www.solid-edge.com website.<br> <br> Best Regards,<br> <br> Paul...