Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Workstation",
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 Aluminium rails support shower production from
Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly, which we summarised at the time by saying "Soon after the completion of the work of re-equipping its factory with manufacturing cells based on Rexroth products, Aqualisa is already reporting productivity
and efficiency gains of around 20%".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Electronic keys improve safety and accountability from
Euchner (UK): "A Euchner EKS system has been integrated into each of six process terminals for soap production at the Hirtler company".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Dassault Systemes
concerning its Catia Equipment and Systems
- take a look at PLM programs prepare for fire drills
which says: "Scenarios enable nuclear plant engineers to anticipate fire damage and modify the facility to resist failures in vital systems such as cabling".
Take a look also at the news release from Schmersal UK, Emergency switches suit a range of applications,
as well as Campaign urges safety across Europe from British Safety Council,
and Software platform aids CAD distribution from Anark Corporation.
See also:
Process control system improves reliability
(July 2007)
Proficy Process Systems is a fully integrated system that offers increased throughput, performance and efficiency, and reduced total cost of ownership
PLC testing completed
(July 2007)
A ControLogix PLC system will control and monitor all of the Heathrow T5 rail station systems, including rain information displays, tunnel ventilation, public address, CCTV, fire and utilities
Electronic key system improves safety
(July 2007)
The Euchner EKS FSA system provides completely new standards and possibilities for access management combined with state of the art safety technology
Workstation allows noise and vibration testing
(June 2007)
The Wave acoustic workstation consists of eight different analysers that include, FFT, order, sound power, third octave, pass-by and customisable personal analyser
Installation service offered for guarding systems
(May 2007)
Machine frames, enclosures and guards are assembled using MiniTec's one-piece Powerlock fastening system, providing the industry's fastest interconnection method
25,000 CAD licences purchased for Irish education
(April 2007)
Students between 12 and 18 years old in 550 Irish schools will learn SolidWorks in four technology subjects
Workstation handles tough environments
(April 2007)
CKS' new industrial workstation will operate successfully in harsh industrial locations including wash down areas
Cabinel protects logistics PCs on the shop floor
(April 2007)
With easy integration of a PC, monitor and printer the IW logistic point offers a preconfigured complete solution for the input and output of data
Rodless cylinder holds wheels steady
(April 2007)
An automated production systems designer has limited his costs by using a rodless pneumatic cylinder to both position wheels, and then hold them steady during scribing
Displays operate in harsh environments
(April 2007)
The Kontron Barracuda range of HMIs is rugged and versatile enough for military and automation needs
Workers guarded against RSI
(March 2007)
Three powerful robots are protecting human workers from the risks of RSI (repetitive strain injuries) at a manufacturer of suspended flooring panels
Gas distribution contract awarded
(March 2007)
CSE Servelec has won a major contract for the design, manufacture and delivery of a new SCADA system for Dolphin Energy's Eastern Gas Distribution System (EGDS) project in the Middle East
Catalogue includes large tool range
(March 2007)
Facom's new catalogue contains a range of screwdrivers, socketry, impact and workshop tools at promotional prices
Motoryacht model takes 3D design award
(March 2007)
A model of a 50m yacht has won the grand prize in the 10th annual SolidWorks Design Contest
Ergonomic workstation fitted at oil and gas site
(February 2007)
The EOW at Aberdeen can be linked via a network to other ABB control systems in remote locations, to suit the particular system in use with the customer
OPC server creates building control systems
(February 2007)
A device discovery and exploration tool has been integrated into the MatrikonOPC Server for BACnet to enable users to effortlessly and automatically view all devices on their network
Workstation meets food industry requirements
(February 2007)
Kontron's Stingray workstation is designed to satisfy the requirements of a large-system operator in the food and beverage industry
Electronic torque wrenches provide simple use
(January 2007)
The Holex torque wrench is a robust tool with digital display and four, easy to use, function buttons to set direction of tightening, values and tolerance
Northern base responds to local demand
(November 2006)
A new supply and support facility in Nelson, Lancashire will enable The Tube and Bracket Company to provide an enhanced service for its growing customer base in the north of England
Software makes sense of Scada data
(October 2006)
FactoryPMI Reporting provides dynamic report generation embedded within the Scada system
Serial adapter links RS422/485 with USB
(October 2006)
The UPort 1130 is a single-port USB-to-serial adapter that enables users to attach a RS422/485 serial peripheral to a laptop or workstation's USB port
Securing Scada systems against cyber attacks
(September 2006)
Paul Hurst of Citect UK discusses the options for securing integrated Scada systems against the threat of cyber attacks
Industrial computer expansion at Electronica
(September 2006)
Amplicon will exhibit at Electronica 2006 showcasing a totally new solutions division and two new industrial computer ranges, Ventrix-W and Impact-E
Maintenance trolley maintains smooth motion
(September 2006)
Harmill Systems develops an innovative inspection trolley device that is helping to improve working conditions below underground trains
Visualisation software runs on PC clusters
(September 2006)
The Virtalis Visionary Framework is a technology designed to get more value from PC clustering
Networking hardware on show in Sweden
(August 2006)
Panduit is showing its network solutions at the Easyfair events in Stockholm and Gothenburg, Sweden in September
Catalogue features more than 40,000 tools
(August 2006)
With more than 1400 pages and weighing 3kg, the new Perschmann tooling catalogue is billed as the the world's biggest from Europe's market leader in quality tools
Components come together for ESD sensitive duties
(August 2006)
A range of components are designed for constructing ESD-sensitive manufacturing and test equipment, and electronics based workstation applications
Workstation is made for the oil and gas industry
(August 2006)
The Triton Z2 display workstation offers a powerful, cost-effective solution for the oil and gas industry and carries the ATEX Zone 2/C1 D2 certification
CFD application is nominated for pump award
(August 2006)
Blue Ridge Numerics has been named as a finalist in the Technical Innovator of the Year category of the Pump Industry Awards 2006
Industrial computers have no moving parts
(August 2006)
Wonderware has added two new products to its line of industrial computers
Technology boom great news for metalworkers
(July 2006)
The Cambridge technology sector is booming and this should be great news for anyone in the UK involved in machined parts and sheet metalwork
Grid middleware for aerodynamics analysis
(July 2006)
Fujitsu Systems Europe has announced a significant order for its SynfiniWay grid middleware for aerodynamics analysis from Airbus, the leading international commercial aircraft manufacturer
News on the Workstation DataMouse from Absolute Vision
(July 2006)
Two-dimensional code reader has all the technical specifications of its proven DataMouse, but can be suspended on a spring-loaded counterbalance at any point on a manufacturing production line