Abstract: The disclosure includes a fixed retail scanner including a data reader comprising a main board, one or more camera modules, and a multi-port network switch disposed within the data reader. A heat management system is disposed within the data reader housing and operably coupled with at least the multi-port network switch to dissipate heat therefrom. The disclosure includes a heat pipe thermally coupled to a switch processor, the heat pipe extending across at least a portion of the bi-optic housing to an air chamber formed within the bi-optic housing.

Abstract: Heddles for use within a harness frame of a weaving machine are provided. Each of the heddles includes a body formed from a liquid crystal polymer resin. The body forms at least one rod slot enabling engagement with a harness frame. The body also has an eyelet section with the eyelet section forming a yarn eye through which a yarn is capable of passing.