LS Starrett Co. has announced the introduction of the new Inspection Scope that is ideal for remote inspection of areas inaccessible to the naked eye. Applications include viewing critical but hard-to-see areas during machining operations, inspection of internal parts of engines and machinery, A/C systems, and interior structures of walls. The Inspection Scope features a user-friendly, auto-focus digital video camera with three light intensity settings. For superior imaging illumination, the Inspection Scope offers a full color image sensor and dual solid state LEDs. A 2.5' (63.5mm) full color LCD screen displays live video from the digital camera and offers resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. The 679 Series Inspection Scope features a 0.394' (10mm) diameter shaft and is offered in two models with cable lengths of either 3' (914.4mm) or 6' (1,829mm) for its flexible, water resistant shaft with a high quality metal tip. The new Starrett scope is manufactured in the U.S. A and offers a one year warranty. Two useful accessories are included with the Inspection Scope-a mirror that allows viewing 90 to the axis of the scope's shaft and a magnet that can pick up approximately lb. (0.113 kg). The accessories and the Inspection Scope are secured in a form-fitted, rugged protective case.

LS Starrett Co. named Francis J. O'Brien as treasurer and chief financial officer of the company effective as of November 5, 2009. Mr. O'Brien was previously chief financial officer at Delta Education, LLC from 2005 to 2009.

LS Starrett Co. announced the introduction of the new 798 Electronic Slide Caliper Series. 798 Calipers provide an IP67 level of protection against coolant, water, dirt and dust. The 798 Series joins Starrett's extensive line of electronic, dial and vernier slide calipers, offering the precision and reliability that is synonymous with Starrett. 798 Calipers feature an extra-large LCD with 0.310' (7.9 mm) characters. Its standard RS232 output port works with DataSure Wireless Data Collection System as well as cable-based data collection products. The 798's IP67 protection is a particularly useful feature for the shop floor environment. According to IEC60529, IP67 stands for a '6' protection against ingress of dust and particles and a '7' protection against submersion in water under standardized conditions of pressure for 30 minutes. 798 Electronic Calipers offer several additional user-friendly features including zero at any position, instant inch/millimeter conversion, manual on/off with auto-off after 30 minutes without loss of position upon reactivation and a CR2032 battery with more than 1 year of life under normal use. As with all Starrett tools, the 798 Series offers exceptional precision. They meet DIN862 Linear Accuracy and have a 0.0005' (0.010 mm) resolution. A fine adjustment and slide lock further ensures precision measurements.