Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "User-friendliness",
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 Geometry software showcased from
Digital Surf, which we summarised at the time by saying "Mountains has been subject to over 15 years of continuous evolution driven by a multi-disciplinary team of specialists in metrology, software, and signal and image processing".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Variable frequency drive offers easy setup from
Danfoss Drives: "The VLT Micro Drive offers unsurpassed reliability, user-friendliness and condensed functionality that is extremely easy to commission".
In March 2007, we covered the news from ESI Group
concerning its Pam-Stamp 2G
- take a look at Software value chain reduces costs
which says: "Pam-Stamp 2G 2007 has been greatly improved, offering unmatched accuracy and improved usability from feasibility to validation for Full line die simulation".
Take a look also at the news release from Crouzet, Modular logic controllers handle up to 50 channels,
as well as New features add value to CNC system from Heidenhain (GB),
and Scanner supports full range of 3D applications from Unimatic Engineers.
See also:
Valve control system enters third generation
(November 2006)
Rotork has launched Pakscan P3, the third generation of its two-wire digital monitoring and control system for valve actuators and associated plant equipment
Single-key system makes sense off-highway
(November 2006)
With automotive-style design becoming the norm for off-highway cabs, the next logical step is to offer single-key access, which can potentially be extended over an entire fleet
Viscometers come in chip form
(October 2006)
A novel line of chip-based viscosity measurement instruments provide precise and repeatable characterisation of various liquids
Rig puts seals and bonds to the test
(September 2006)
Stable Micro Systems has made significant improvements to its Peel Rig, which is used widely to evaluate the quality and strength of seals and adhesive bonds on pharmaceutical packaging
Modelling software to adapt to space demands
(August 2006)
DEM Solutions is working with NASA to develop a new modelling capability which adds electrostatic forces to the particle dynamic modelling capability of its core EDEM software suite
Guided vehicle controller is easy to integrate
(August 2006)
Control platform for automated guided vehicles couples extensive programming options and advanced diagnostics with a high degree of user-friendliness and flexibility
Stylish keypads are tailor-made for tough duties
(March 2006)
The S.series keypad is constructed from ultra-tough Zamac, and can provide a stylish and distinctive keypad tailor-made for applications within demanding and harsh environments
Digital image processing cuts automotive rejects
(August 2005)
The application of machine vision in automotive manufacturing has increased dramatically in the last few years
Pneumatic feeder has presence in mind
(May 2005)
Rexroth has developed a pneumatic modular system to monitor part presence that fulfills the strictest user demands in terms of technology, user-friendliness and size
Servo drives take control of machine safety
(April 2005)
Drive-based safety is a further evolution of the concept of drive-based automation, in which intelligence is built into decentralised drives
Retrofit CNC makes machine as good as new
(April 2005)
By simply retrofitting an Anilam 4200T CNC to a Lance vertical borer in place of defunct GE 1050 system, CSD Controls (UK) has returned the VTL to as good as new
CNC is just what the doctor ordered
(January 2005)
A retrofit CNC is providing an unrivalled level of user-friendliness to machining operations at the United Bristol Healthcare NHS Trust's Medical Equipment Management Organisation
Servos offer precision dispensing
(December 2004)
The Servo-Flo 704 servomotor-driven, continuous-flow, meter, mix and dispense system is designed for high-precision, automated and manual dispensing of two-component adhesive and sealant materials
Software adds a new demension to stage show design
(October 2004)
Stage Technologies uses IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions to design equipment to enhance the movement of scenery and the flying of performers for stage productions
Stage shows designed with IBM PLM solutions
(October 2004)
IBM and CenitDesktop have announced that Stage Technologies is using IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions to design equipment to enhance the movement of scenery
Laser sintering machine runs straight from CAD
(August 2004)
A new machine from EOS offers rapid prototyping and manufacture of plastic components directly from CAD data using the laser sintering process
Versatile mounting for low-profile level sensors
(July 2004)
A new range of low-profile capacitive level sensors can be attached to virtually any mounting, including small diameter pipes
EMC simulation speeds military computer to market
(May 2004)
Barco in Toulouse, France, recently brought a new ruggedised military computer to market 20% faster than in the past by using electromagnetic interference (EMI) simulation software
Design, simulation and documentation upgraded
(May 2004)
The latest version of Automation Studio is a unique circuit design, simulation and project documentation software package that meets the needs of engineers, trainers and service personnel
Drives star in Oscar-winning role
(May 2004)
Oscar-winning German film-projector manufacturer Kinoton fits the Lenze smd frequency inverter to its film projectors
Novel unit is one-stop shop for drive applications
(April 2004)
Danfoss launched its new VLT AutomationDrive FC300 to UK trade buyers at last week's Total show
CNCs now include workpiece probing cycles
(March 2004)
Anilam, a division of ACI Europe, is to show upgraded two-axis and multi-axis CNC systems at MACH
Digital readouts aid machine accuracy
(February 2004)
The Acu-Rite display at MACH 2004 will highlight the company's prowess as a supplier of one-/six-axis DROs and accompanying precision glass linear encoders
Read all about hydrocarbon sampling online
(February 2004)
Jiskoot reckons its new website contains the largest online library of technical papers and data about hydrocarbon sampling
Logic modules feature ten times the speed
(September 2003)
The latest logic modules from Siemens include user-friendly handling and many new functions, featuring more than double the memory, ten times the speed, and Logo!Soft Comfort Version 4.0 software
CAM package integrates with Inventor 7
(September 2003)
With its Hypermill CAM software, Open Mind has become one of the first CAM solution providers to receive official certification for Autodesk's latest CAD system release, Inventor 7
The case for engineering calculation management
(June 2003)
It is not particularly difficult or expensive to begin managing calculations as a business process, and engineering companies can gain significant ROI, as this article explains
Platform broadens acoustic and vibration analysis
(May 2003)
Supporting 128 channels, the new Pulse 7.0 platform system uses a new, simpler user interface for multichannel applications to make the system even easier to use
HMI has recipe for successful baking
(April 2003)
An intelligent HMI and three inverters are emulating the performance of a full function control system as Hamden Systems drives it mid-range food processing machines to new levels of capability
CNC controller boosts machine capabilities
(January 2003)
Replacing the control system on one of its milling machines has allowed vehicle convertor Brotherwood Automobility to bring in-house a number of production jobs that were formerly subcontracted
CADCAM combination provides all-round benefits
(January 2003)
EdgeCAM offline programming software has slashed machine programming times by 30% at the Morris Group UK
Single-click solution for automotive design
(October 2002)
Opal-RT Technologies and Mechanical Simulation Corporation (MSC) have joined forces to add the real-time capabilities of Opal-RT's RT-Lab to MSC's flagship product, CarSim
Epoxy coatings protect from washdown
(October 2002)
Burke Industrial Coatings reckons its new Steel Plus range of epoxies provide packaging and processing machinery with excellent resistance to harsh CIP sanitation and other corrosive chemicals
Study looks at European MES market
(August 2002)
The promise of efficiency improvements through greater real-time data accessibility has spurred demand for manufacturing execution systems