Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Lightweight Aluminium",
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 Hydraulic jacks lift a heavy payload from
Allspeeds, which we summarised at the time by saying "Tangye manufactures a range of unique aluminium hydraulic jacks, and with the support of Allspeeds has the capabilities to manufacture tailor made solutions to customer needs".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Motor distribution deal reached for UK market from
Deritend Group: "OEM customers and some end users will be able to deal direct with RMB as the sole first-tier distributor for England, Scotland and Wales".
In May 2007, we covered the news from ZF Great Britain
concerning its SWG80 right-angled gearheads
- take a look at Right-angled gearheads open doors
which says: "ZF's SWG right-angled gearheads significantly reduced purchase costs and offered additional safety for Oculas 2.0".
Take a look also at the news release from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation, Actuator handles heavy loads quickly,
as well as Large digital displays ease plant communication from Red Lion Controls,
and Automation company installs palletising systems from Barr and Paatz.
See also:
Lightweight coupling is dynamic performer
(February 2007)
Aluminium coupling features light weight and a low moment of inertia, making it ideal for dynamic applications
Torsionally stiff couplings suit dynamic tasks
(December 2006)
For dynamic applications Schmidt-Kupplung offers the lightweight aluminium Semiflex Dynamic series of shaft couplings with a low moment of inertia
Pocket sized digital protractor
(April 2006)
Battery powered, pocket sized digital protractor provides an instant digital reading on an LED display of all angles as it rotates through a 360-degree circle
Motion control firm makes debut at drives show
(April 2006)
Visitors to Drives and Controls 2006 from 16th to 18th May will see the launch of a breakthrough hybrid technology for stepper motor drives along with positioning systems and precision tables
Costs cut at CNC water-jet cutting machine maker
(January 2006)
Renishaw's ML10 laser interferometer measurement system and QC10 ballbar reduces manufacturing costs and increases machine accuracy at Czech CNC water-jet cutting machine maker
Gearboxes suit explosive atmospheres
(December 2005)
Renold Gears launches shaft mounted helical reduction gearboxes with flanges for direct mounting of IEC and Nema motors
Actuator is optimised for speed, precision or load
(August 2005)
The HPLA high performance linear actuator now features a choice of timing belt or rack and pinion drives with plastic or steel guide rollers, for high speed, high precision and high load applications
Motion solutions for the professional
(August 2005)
LG Motion is a new motion control and automation systems company, aiming to provide innovative and cost effective solutions for demanding applications in science and industry
Poppet valves meet maximum safety demands
(July 2005)
A new series of poppet valves satisfies the requirements for the highest levels of operating safety SIL-4/AK-7 in explosive and hazardous environments
Custom manifolds help Scarab clean up
(May 2005)
A compact, lightweight aluminium manifold block developed for Scarab Sweepers allows all the company's machines' sweeping and tipping functions to be hydraulically controlled
Power connectors operate in demanding environments
(May 2005)
Amphenol Industrial Operations has introduced its new Neptune Series power connectors - featuring Radsok technology
Compact actuators handle heavy loads
(February 2005)
The AGMS compact air cylinder offer a high performance solution for linear motion applications that require short strokes coupled with compact boundary dimensions and high loading capability
Linear bearings boast low friction
(February 2005)
LM76 Linear Motion has released two new lines of low friction linear bearings
Special gearboxes are the norm
(September 2004)
Tandler reckons its gearboxes are unmatched for their precision, durability and design variety
Upgrade for budget-price force gauge
(September 2004)
Since Mecmesin launched two new ranges of high-specification digital force gauges last year, the BFG basic force gauge has proved to be particularly popular
Semicon launch for motion control ranges
(April 2004)
Schneeberger will exhibit two new product lines at Semicon West in July - the Minimodule and a new motion controller to compliment its line of multi-axis positioning systems
Spiral bevel gearboxes transmit heavy loads
(February 2004)
Neeter Drive range P units are available in two different styles, each featuring a compact quality finished casing produced from die cast lightweight aluminium alloy
Pneumatic actuators take it tough
(October 2003)
For use in the most demanding process environments, PremiAir pneumatic actuators are engineered to provide reliable and economical operation for all types of quarter-turn valves
Safety lights feature transatlantic approvals
(June 2003)
Turbolite high-power compressed-air-driven safety lamps are CE marked to the ATEX 94/9/EC Directive for use in Zones 1 and 2 Hazardous Areas, and dual marked with US Factory Mutual Approval
CMM assures quality of new aluminium Jaguar
(May 2003)
The seventh generation of Jaguar's XJ saloon, which pioneers a new lightweight aluminium monocoque construction, was announced at the Paris Motor Show last year and is now in full production
Coupling is missing link in closed-loop cooling
(April 2003)
The RPN rack and panel non-spill quick coupling makes closed-loop liquid cooling safe and easy for delicate, expensive, electronic closures
Magnetic scanning revolutionises encoders
(August 2002)
Wyko has a new range of single-turn encoders that are set to change the market for good
Budget spline shafts take on light duties
(June 2002)
The new Kerk spline shafts from Huco are the ideal choice where low cost, light loading, low friction and long life are the primary design criteria
Stage speeds with precision
(June 2002)
A new range of low-cost, precision linear stages is available from Bayside Motion Group
Panel meter makes a big display of itself
(May 2002)
With its new Epax 5-digit extra-large PAX display, Red Lion now offers a 4in-high LED display readable from up to 55m away
Connectors make light work of rotation
(May 2002)
A revolutionary new touch-sensitive designer light features a Lemo fully rotational triaxial connector which permits the light to rotate to 360 degrees
A case for protecting sensitive equipment
(April 2002)
Schroff has a new equipment case series: Ratiopac Pro is designed to give a high degree of technical sophistication at an economical price
IP67 indicators mount panels in harsh environments
(February 2002)
New from Marl International is a range of LED indicators specifically designed for use in harsh environments and where there is high vibration
Power transmission catalogue
(September 2001)
A comprehensive new catalogue featuring a wide range of brakes, gear drives and clutches has been produced by Tol-O-Matic, and is now available from Robert Cupitt, sole distributor for the UK
Elise Mk II showcases best of British design
(August 2001)
The Lotus Elise Mk II has been selected by the Design Council to feature in a major new international exhibition promoting the best of modern British design and innovation
CompactPCI enclosure for portable applications
(July 2001)
BVM has released the cPC1000, a modular CompactPCI enclosure, available in many different user-defined configurations and particularly suitable for portable applications such as test systems
Sophisticated equipment cases at nice price
(April 2001)
Schroff has launched a new equipment case series particularly suited to instrumentation and control applications and designed to give a high degree of technical sophistication at an economic price
CompactPCI platform for embedded system developers
(February 2001)
The new cPC1000DK CompactPCI high performance development platform from BVM is intended for use by system integrators and developers to develop both disc based and embedded applications
Superform shapes the cars of the future
(November 2000)
UK-based Superform Aluminium are helping famous car makers like Rolls Royce/Bentley, Aston Martin and Morgan revolutionise the way their cars are made