3111 Old Lincoln Highway, Trevose, PA 19053 • +1.215.357.5500 • +1.215.357.6216 (Fax) • www.GMPtools.com     Release No.: GM6185 Editorial Contact: Russell-Risko Agency (215) 343-6565 / info@RussellRisko.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New Micro Fiber Cable Blowing Machine Introduction The Air Stream Cable Blowing Machine by GMP Installs Micro Fiber Cable into Micro Duct June 2012, Trevose, PA -- General Machine Products Company, Inc. (GMP), Trevose, PA, is pleased to introduce the Air Stream Micro Fiber Cable Blowing Machine (Air Stream) to its complete line of fiber optic cable placing equipment. Specifically designed to safely install micro fiber cable into pre-installed 0.196 to 0.708 inch (5.0 to 18.0 mm) OD micro duct, the Air Stream will place 0.098 to 0.433 inch (2.5 to 11.0 mm) OD cable at speeds up to 260 feet (80 M) per minute. This, along with its low maintenance and high reliability makes the Air Stream an excellent value. The Air Stream incorporates a tabletop design with easy-to-use ergonomic controls for one-person operation. The unit uses a double belt drive concept, backed by the latest in servo control technology, to provide a secure cable grip with precise torque and speed control. The pushing force, up to 44 lbs. (20 kg) maximum, can be adjusted to suit the cable stiffness. The Air Stream uses compressed air to install micro fiber cable into micro duct in both indoor and outdoor environments. Its electrically powered, double belt drive system controls the cable as it is propelled through the micro duct. An electronic monitoring system provides read-outs of speed and distance, and includes an emergency stop capability. Primary Features Include: Compressors are available to accommodate our complete line of Cable Blowing Machines On-site training is available with purchase Rental and Rent-to-Own programs are available. Contact us for details One Person Operation Tabletop Design w/Ergonomic Controls Cable Speed and Distance Monitoring on a Digital Display Variable Torque and Speed Control Forward and Reverse Operation Easy Cable Threading Polycarbonate Safety Guard Reduced Noise Levels Compressors are available to accommodate GMP's complete line of cable blowing machines. GMP also offers on-site training with every purchase. Note: the Air Stream requires 110/120 Volt AC service. More information about the Air Stream Micro Fiber Cable Blowing Machine is available online at: GMPtools.com/nf/89300.htm, or by contacting Ted Clemens at 215-357-5500; info@GMPtools.com. About General Machine Products Company For more than 75 years, General Machine Products Company, Inc., (GMP) is recognized as a premier global supplier of a wide range of products for the telecommunications, power utility and cable television industries, and the contractors who serve them. Product applications include the placement of fiber optic, copper conductor, and coaxial cable both aerially and underground. GMP aerial cable lashing machines, Adams® continuous duty winches and fiber optic cable pullers are accepted as the industry standard. The complete line of GMP’s 1,100+ products also includes cable reels and aerial blocks, cable cutters, unique RJ plug pressing tools, fiber optic cable blowing equipment, and other specially-designed tools for the data, telecommunications, and power utility markets. Our facilities include a 100,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Trevose, PA, in suburban Philadelphia, and in Rutland, England (its CBS Products, Ltd. unit). Both facilities are equipped with a full complement of technologically advanced machine tools manned by a well-trained team of craftspeople.                                                                           * * * Editor's Note: A high-resolution photo is available to accompany this release. Please go to GMPtools.com/images/airstreamhires_2.tif to download. (Click on or paste this link into your browser's address field). Photo Caption: The Air Stream safely places 0.098 to 0.433 inch (2.5 to 11.0 mm) diameter cable at speeds up to 260 ft. (80 M) per minute.                                                                        # # # # # Download this document as a PDF file.