Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Functional Testing",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Flexible plastic chosen for footwear from
3D Systems Europe, which we summarised at the time by saying "3D Systems' DuraForm Flex Plastic is suitable for creating complex, functional prototypes of Reebok footwear, sandals and athletic equipment".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Fieldbus interoperability specification launched from
Fieldbus Foundation: "Hosts successfully completing registration testing will be authorised to bear the Foundation's official product registration symbol".
In May 2007, we covered the news from Stratasys
concerning its FDM 200mc
- take a look at Rapid prototyping system improves detail
which says: "Stratasys' FDM 200mc pairs the ABSplus material with Insight software to produce parts with improved mechanical properties and improved feature detail".
Take a look also at the news release from Sensortechnics UK, Sensors monitor oxygen levels,
as well as Automotive Lighting selects GDS for global role from GDS,
and New premises expand rapid prototyping scope from 3T RPD.
See also:
X-ray inspection system goes online
(June 2006)
X-Line is an automated inline X-ray inspection, measurement and QC system that offers complete internal imaging of anything on a production line
Firm adds aerospace quality assurance certificate
(April 2006)
Mechatronic innovation in motion control for airborne applications firm awarded certification to AS9100, the international aerospace quality standard based on ISO9001-2000
Grippers help accelerate valve testing process
(April 2006)
A novel high-speed machine for testing medical inflation check valves makes extensive use of Festo parallel grippers to help accelerate the manufacturing process
SL prototyping offers a speedy edge in IT design
(May 2005)
Cristoph Beutel of ASG believes that stereolithography is the optimum RP technology for the production of both high quality models and RTV soft-tooling for small-series manufacture
Hanover debut for new reliable drive family
(April 2005)
At Hanover Fair Baldor Europe will preview a new family of advanced adjustable-speed AC drives, with an initial choice of low power drives covering applications up to 45kW
Tensile testing rubber to ISO 37
(March 2005)
Zwick has launched a new product in its Proline family - with 5 kN nominal force, the machine is equipped especially for tensile tests on rubber according to ISO 37 said the company
Smart car project illustrates merits of SLS
(January 2005)
3T RPD and Taeno product development have completed an innovative project to demonstrate the capability of prototype components built using state-of-the-art selective laser sintering technology
Test system meets needs of different industries
(November 2004)
The Peak Group has developed a new universal functional test system based on a series of modules that can be configured to meet the manufacturing test requirements of a variety of industries
Resin speeds mobile phone prototyping
(March 2004)
With the addition of DSM Somos 9120 ProtoFunctional resin to its production line, Malcolm Nicholls has been able to cut prototype build times of Panasonic's new X70 camera phone by one third
Safety tester is fully programmable
(February 2004)
Clare Instruments' new Elite 2 brings enhanced levels of automation and control to electrical safety testing for manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment
Speedy intro to assemble-to-order technology
(January 2004)
Iced*CAD, the multiple-award-winning software product for manufacturers that allows their customers and distributors to instantly configure complex assemblies, now has a QuickStart Programme
Resolver drive units for high accuracy
(January 2004)
Reliance Gear Company specialises in the design, manufacture and testing of single and multiple resolver drive units
Programmable safety systems enforce test schedules
(January 2004)
Machinery safety control circuits that use programmable safety systems can be viewed as having higher integrity than conventional safety circuits because a PSS can continually monitor the circuit
Rapid prototyping conference at EuroMold
(October 2003)
'Worldwide advances and setbacks in rapid prototyping, tooling and manufacturing' is a special one-day event that will focus on new applications and technologies for rapid prototyping
Functional testing for automotive powertrains
(October 2003)
A Gosport company, Geo Kingsbury, has emerged as a world leader in the manufacture of powertrain test equipment, winning many of the orders placed by automotive OEMs over the past eight years
Easy sourcing for valves and actuators
(September 2003)
UFB has a new concept for buyers and engineers from all industry sectors to assist them with the selection and sourcing of valves, actuators and associated process control equipment and services
Prototype material checks out medical redesign
(August 2003)
DSM Somos 8120 has been used by Medtronic Xomed in an exploratory project to exploratory project to improve its disposable nerve stimulator/locator
Repair service for industrial automation
(August 2003)
Unidec can provide multibrand service of industrial automation assembly and robotics equipment
Novel solutions from proven concepts
(July 2003)
Reliance Gear Company specialises in the design, development and testing of precision motion control components and complex electromechanical assemblies
Laser sintering machine speeds prototyping
(January 2003)
3T RPD has acquired the world's largest laser sintering machine, the P700 from EOS
High-temperature material aids F1 prototypes
(January 2003)
3D Systems will showcase its latest generation of SL material for the SLA stereolithography system at next week's Autosport International exhibition
Windows-based acquisition replaces tape recorders
(November 2002)
The Ministry of Defence has installed a data collection and analysis unit developed by Southampton based Kenda Electronic Systems on its entire fleet of Type 22 frigates
Rapid prototyping without leaving your desk
(February 2002)
Solid Modelling 2002 sees the UK debut of Dimension, a low-cost rapid prototyping system from Stratasys on the Laser Lines (Industrial and Medical) stand
Prototyping resin helps breathing apparatus design
(January 2002)
A clear prototyping resin has enabled service bureau Morris Technologies to offer significant benefits to a client manufacturing Fire and Health Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
More features in electronics manufacturing testing
(November 2001)
The Peak Group has introduced a number of new features to its TestMaster suite of programs, adding comprehensive display, reporting, database, analysis and communications capabilities
TCT 2001 set to be major rapid prototyping event
(August 2001)
The focus and aim of the TCT 2001 exhibition is on providing attendees with a two day event that offers a comprehensive source of rapid product development products and services
Smart card recognition for testing organisation
(July 2001)
Radio Frequency Investigation has been recognised by Visa International to provide functional testing of the Visa Smart Debit/Credit (VSDC) chip card application
Drill parts prototyped in clear resin
(July 2001)
DPT recently prototyped parts for a recently commercialized DeWalt drill from Black and Decker using DSM Somos 10120 WaterClear, a stereolithography resin with the optical clarity of polycarbonate
Plastic hot air staking ideal for pneumatic valves
(June 2001)
KV Limited is using plastic hot air staking from Phasa Developments as the fastening method of choice for its new generation of all-plastic pneumatic valves
Stereolithography goes to work in racecar design
(February 2001)
3D Systems has joined forces with world-renowned automotive design firm Dallara Automobili and has shipped its first high-end SLA 7000 solid imaging system to Dallara
New resin improves stereolithography
(August 2000)
3D Systems Europe Limited has launched a new material, Cibatool SL7540, designed to create parts that mimic end-use plastics in stereolithography (SLA) applications