News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 May
to Saturday 20 May 2000
School visit to BSA Machine Tools
BSA Machine Tools' role in the MTTA's 2000 Technology Challenge got off to a flying start when pupils from the Shirestone Primary School spent a successful day at BSA's Kitts Green site in Birmingham.
News from BSA Machine Tools (19 May 2000)
Open house a big success for Chiron Werke UK
The four-day open house staged by Chiron Werke UK at its new UK headquarters in Southam, Warwickshire were "an overwhelming success".
News from Chiron Werke UK (19 May 2000)
Proximity switches handle up to 250C
A proximity Switch you can bake! GWI announce a unique new industrial inductive proximity switch which can operate at baking oven temperatures which can reach 250C
News from Graham and White Instruments (19 May 2000)
New rotary angle transducers offer nice touches
Graham and White Instruments announce the introduction of the Series WD-620, an all new range of rotary angle transducers
News from Graham and White Instruments (19 May 2000)
Power Supply a shortcut to a PC/104 computer
New PC/104 Power Supply module : The Micronix PV-5124 is the World's first combined switch-mode power supply with UPS, battery charger and integrated Solid State Flash Disk.
News from Impulse (19 May 2000)
Level and flow switch is 'Atex' intrinsically safe
Two-wire and intrinsically safe are important requirements for many process control components like level and flow switches, especially when hazardous fluids are involved. Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International (19 May 2000)
CD-Rom from Ormec explains networked drives
An interactive presentation on CD-Rom explains the very latest developments with Ormec's Servowire drive-network technology and automation systems
News from Motor Technology (19 May 2000)
Servo-drive network uses Firewire
A new digital servo-drive network that operates at 200 megabits per second (Mbs) has been launched in the UK by Motor Technology of Stockport.
News from Motor Technology (19 May 2000)
Miniature kit encoder capable of 40,000rpm
A new miniature kit encoder capable of measuring spindle speeds well in excess of 40,000rpm has been launched by Motor Technology of Stockport.
News from Motor Technology (19 May 2000)
New guide to Ormec automation systems
A comprehensive, 78-page product guide describing Ormec's complete range of networked automation systems and products is available, free, from Motor Technology of Stockport.
News from Motor Technology (19 May 2000)
Omron CD more than a product selection program
Whatever you want to know about drives for your application, you'll find it in Omron's Sysdrive Selector. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (19 May 2000)
Radio Frequency Investigation opens US office
As part of its global expansion plans, Radio Frequency Investigation (RFI) is to open its first American office in May 2000.
News from Radio Frequency Investigation (19 May 2000)
Well-priced hydraulic table surface grinder
A new competitively priced hydraulically operated table surface grinding machine developed by Okamoto, the world's largest grinding machine manufacturer, incorporates AC servo control
News from 600 Centre (19 May 2000)
New European assembly line for Sumitomo
A new European assembly line is to be launched in Hull after pilot scheme success - assembly on the new Hyponic gearbox is now at full pace
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies (19 May 2000)
New concept in punch press tooling
2*4*1(tm) is very simple to set on the machine, guarantees punch alignment, eliminates the need to pre-set tools, and reduces tool change time, from three minutes to just 30 secs
News from Wilson Tool International (19 May 2000)
Higher accuracy in resistance decade boxes
New high-performance capability of Cropico models 005-B and 006-A resistance decade boxes combines an accuracy of 0.01 % with long-term stability of +/-20ppm per year. Brochure Available
News from Cropico (19 May 2000)
12-pulse drive reduces harmonics by 80%
ABB has introduced an integrated 12-pulse input rectifier module for its ACS 600 range of medium power AC drives.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (18 May 2000)
Free CD-Rom helps designers use ABB drives
ABB Automation has released the Designer Pack, to offer comprehensive technical support to panel builders, OEMs and engineering consultants for its Comp-AC range of low powered AC drives
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (18 May 2000)
ABB power helps pull mole out of sticky situations
User Application Article Expensive downtime on a tunnel boring machine has been eliminated following the use of an ABB drive with Direct Torque Control (DTC) by Coventry-based Sentridge Control
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (18 May 2000)
Seminar at Williams F1 highlights motor efficiency
On June 29th 2000, ABB Automation will be holding an energy efficiency seminar at the Headquarters of Williams Formula 1 Racing in Grove, Oxfordshire.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (18 May 2000)
Safety pressure relief valve thermally activated
Resistant to mechanical stress and environmental abuse, the Circle Seal Controls PRD thermally activated pressure relief valve is a 'true' safety device offering failsafe venting
News from Circor Instrumentation (18 May 2000)
Record measurements and video onto a tape
Sound and vibration measurement specialist, Bruel and Kjaer now offers the new Sony SIR-1000 series of high-speed digital data recorders, the world's first to use advanced intelligent tape technology
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (18 May 2000)
Expert the UK MAV Keyless Couplings distributor
Coventry-based indexing equipment specialist, Expert UK Ltd is now sole UK distributor for MAV keyless locking devices.
News from Expert UK (18 May 2000)
Power of a DSO and flexibility of a PC in one unit
Gould Ultima 500 - power of a DSO and flexibility of a PC in one compact unit from the company that introduced the first Digital Storage Oscilloscope
News from LDS Test and Measurement (18 May 2000)
Data acquisition system eliminates PCs
Aimed at mobile, aerospace, experimental stress analysis and test rig applications, the MGCplus data acquisition system eliminates the need for PCs. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (18 May 2000)
Linear guides get rack-and-pinion option
HPC Drives has extended its range of Drylin linear guides to include a rack-and-pinion option.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (18 May 2000)
Faster humidity calibration developed by Sira
Sira has developed a fast turnaround service for calibrating relative humidity probes
News from Sira (18 May 2000)
First UK test facility for Trace Heating tape
A new test facility has been built at Sira's Hazardous Area Centre near Chester to enable manufacturers of trace heating tape achieve FM listing in the USA
News from Sira (18 May 2000)
Clevis-to-Clevis Actuators launched
Thomson Saginaw announces the availability of new AC, DC and miniature Clevis-to-Clevis Performance Pak Actuators (CPPA).
News from Danaher Motion (18 May 2000)
Multi-Axis System ideal for precision assembly
The Modular MicroStage Multi-Axis System is capable of solving point to point, linear and circular interpolation, electronic gearing, contouring, jogging, and user-defined path
News from Danaher Motion (18 May 2000)
Composite-Lined Self-Lube Bearing goes metric
Thomson IBL Company announces the availability in metric sizes of its composite-lined FluoroNyliner bushing bearing for smooth, low friction linear and rotary operation under harsh conditions
News from Danaher Motion (18 May 2000)
Linear guides get bus wheelchair ramp application
User Application Article Unimatic Linear's newly launched SBC linear guides have already been designed into Passenger Lift Services' powered wheel chair ramps for urban public transport buses Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (18 May 2000)
Faster component service from Cross and Morse
Power transmission specialist, Cross and Morse, has launched a new fast-response service which is aimed at reducing costly downtime due to mechanical failures Brochure Available
News from Cross + Morse (17 May 2000)
Conference to promote awareness of DeviceNet
DeviceNet UK, the group set up to promote DeviceNet in the UK, is organising 'The DeviceNet Experience' on Wednesday 28th June 2000 from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
News from Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (17 May 2000)
New brackets make sensors cheaper to fit
A new and comprehensive range of mounting brackets and clamps from sensing and control specialist, IFM Electronic, makes it easier, faster and much less expensive to mount and align opto sensors, even Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (17 May 2000)
Intelligent programmable roomstats save energy
The new Drayton RF3i intelligent programmable roomstats from Invensys Climate Controls not only have a built-in, self-learning optimum-start feature which maximises energy savings, they also eliminate
News from Invensys Climate Controls (17 May 2000)
Proportional Hydraulics for latest Dualform Press
User Application Article Joseph Rhodes' patented Dualform, the only metal forming press that casts its own dies, incorporates advanced Rexroth Hydraulics technology
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics (17 May 2000)
Windows programming simplifies drive set-up
The Ecodrive 3 servo uses the familiar Windows Wizards in setting machine parameters which enormously simplifies design
News from Bosch Rexroth - Electric Drives and Controls (17 May 2000)
Nadella puts UK's widest bearing range on web
Coventry-based Nadella UK has launched a new web site packed with information on what the company claims to be the UK's widest range of bearings.
News from Nadella (17 May 2000)
New version of best-selling torque wrenches
Norbar Torque Tools Limited introduces a completely new version of its best selling 'Professional' model of torque wrenches covering the range 8 to 330 Nm. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (17 May 2000)
Parker chosen for special purpose test machine
User Application Article Parker Pneumatic 3D automation products, compact cylinders and pneumatic power valves have been specified for the automatic loading system of a five-station rotary transfer machine designed and constr Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (17 May 2000)
Parker pneumatics used in trailer height control
User Application Article Parker Pneumatic and Meritor HVS, suppliers of brake and suspension systems to heavy goods vehicle and trailer manufacturers, have jointly developed a new vehicle dock height control system Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (17 May 2000)
Chain selector live on the web
Intelligent software for accurately determining the correct size of transmission-chain has been developed by Renold Chain and is now freely available on the company's web site
News from Renold Chain (17 May 2000)
Relays give more cost-effective motor management
Complete Automation leader Rockwell Automation announces the Allen-Bradley 193-E3 Electronic Overload Relay, an important addition to the extensive Modular Control System (MCS) range.
News from Rockwell Automation (17 May 2000)
Massive range of industrial desks and accessories
With no fewer than 16 standard models, the latest range of sheet-steel desks from Sarel, a brand of Schneider Electric, makes it easy to find exactly the right desk for virtually any application.
News from Sarel (17 May 2000)
Turck Banner: a new name in sensing and control
Two of the World's biggest names in the field of sensing and control, Turck and Banner, are joining forces in the UK.
News from Turck Banner (17 May 2000)
Light curtains offer very competitive price
Versatile and easy-to-install safety light curtains, certified as meeting the requirements for type 4 devices to EN 61496, are now available in two new ranges from Telemecanique
News from Schneider Electric (17 May 2000)
Ball screw line offers very high traverse speeds
Thomson IBL Company announces a new Rotating Nut Ball Screw Line that can increase traverse speeds up to 200 metres per minute
News from Danaher Motion (17 May 2000)
Compact imaging system attracts 1600 unit order
The new AV1200 imaging system from Accu-Sort offers versatile, high speed reading or decoding of linear and 2D codes on flat work and cartons within a depth of field of 50mm.
News from Accu-Sort Europe (16 May 2000)
Oil-free compressor design is easy to extend
Boge has developed a fundamentally new type of compressor - a modular oil-free system that is easy to extend and quick to service for the lower capacity range. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (16 May 2000)
Pressure gauge controls abnormal pulsations
Bourdon Sedeme is applying proven 'gauge saver' technology to its complete range of process pressure gauges.
News from Baumer Group (16 May 2000)
Delcam upgrades mould design software
Delcam, the UK's leading supplier of software for toolmaking, has launched a major upgrade to its PS-Mold system for the design of injection moulding tools for plastics. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (16 May 2000)
Aceelerometer performs well in crash tests
Noise and vibration specialist, Endevco has introduced a new piezoresistive accelerometer that meets the latest SAE J211 requirements.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (16 May 2000)
Precision cylinders with long-stroke accuracy
New drives, handling components, positioning modules and controllers were previewed by Festo at the Hanover Fair. Brochure Available
News from Festo (16 May 2000)
New range of high performance chain lubricants
ISL, the distributor for Dow Corning's Molykote range of speciality lubricants, has launched a new range of high performance chain lubricants.
News from Greeff (16 May 2000)
Serial EDASTM - serial data over the Ethernet
Intelligent Instrumentation has announced a new model in the Serial EDASTM product line that provides connects serial devices to Ethernet networks.
News from Impulse (16 May 2000)
New package offers complete remote drive control
Invertek Drives has announced a complete remote control and PC based drive programming and analysis package for its innovative range of Optidrive AC variable speed drives.
News from Invertek Drives (16 May 2000)
Ford focus on simulation
Technical Background Article Ford has been using computer simulation, in some form or other, for designing and operating its engine manufacturing facilities since the mid 80s.
News from Lanner Group (16 May 2000)
European partners sought for PM servo systems
Strategic partners to provide sales and technical support across Europe for its range of Goriki PM servo systems are being sought by Meidensha Corp. of Japan.
News from Meiden Europe (16 May 2000)
Newage gears up for the crick boat show
Newage Transmissions will reinforce its position in marine gearboxes for canal and inland waterway applications by featuring its full range of PRM pleasure craft transmissions at the Crick Boat Show.
News from Newage Transmissions (16 May 2000)
A watertight case for underwater filming
User Application Article A company supplying underwater cameras for film and TV has specified Protex model 61-655 quick-action, screw-adjustable, draw latches in stainless steel for camera housings.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
Catchbolt helps Audi at Le Mans
User Application Article Protex Catchbolt helps new entrant Audi Sport to excel in the Le Mans 24-hour race As a newcomer to the Le Mans 24-Hour Race.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
How to fasten test chamber doors safely
User Application Article Climatic Systems is g various models of Protex lever-action, overcentre fasteners for safely securing the doors of its bench- and floor-mounted environmental test chambers.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
Secure access for disabled microlight aviator
User Application Article Protex Catchbolts secure access for disabled microlight aviator An unique challenge set by disabled pilot Philip Scott has been met with a unique solution by engineers at Fleaplanes UK, Hitchin, Herts
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
Fasteners make foldaway boat design feasible
User Application Article Seahopper foldaway design makes waves in the boat world with Protex Fasteners.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
Protex helps industrial vacuum to clean up
User Application Article Premiere Products has incorporated a pair of Protex quick-action, spring claw, overcentre fastenersn into the lid of the Micropac 190 dry vacuum cleaner.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
Fast-operating lids on processing machines
Protex Fasteners has launched the medium-duty model 70-653 with hooked claw for retaining lids and covers.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
Quick-action clamping for rubber hose
Protex bandclamps provide quick-action clamping and long service life in rubber hose applications.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
New Protex panel latch secures engine covers
User Application Article A large Protex heavy-duty panel latch, model 65-614, is securing the GRP cover of the side-mounted Perkins 1000 Series engine on the JCB Loadall lift-and-reach trucks.
News from Protex Fasteners (16 May 2000)
RDP up to speed with DeviceNet
Industrial applications for DeviceNet are growing rapidly, particularly in the harsher industrial automation environments in which RDP specialises. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (16 May 2000)
Brochure details benefits of automated measurement
Systemation Software, a National Instruments Alliance Partner, has produced a new four-page brochure.
News from Systemation Software (16 May 2000)
MCCBs with extreme performance specification
The new TemBreak Plus range of MCCBs from Terasaki is designed for the most extreme applications in industry.
News from Terasaki (Europe) (16 May 2000)
Meshing tools improve FEA working within CAD
Algor is expanding its line of innovative meshing tools, making them faster and easier to use so that engineers performing finite element analyses can get accurate results more quickly
News from Algor (15 May 2000)
Small and reliable temperature controllers
Datasensor announces the launch of its new THR range of temperature controllers.
News from Datasensor (UK) (15 May 2000)
New range of high performance chain lubricants
ISL, the distributor for Dow Corning's Molykote range of speciality lubricants, has launched a new range of high performance chain lubricants.
News from industria (15 May 2000)
Ultra-high accuracy load cells
Force Measurements has announced the launch of the latest addition to its load cell range - an ultra low capacity, ultra high accuracy variant.
News from Interface Force Measurements (15 May 2000)
Training packages from Rexroth Hydraulics
Hydraulics Rexroth Hydraulics has developed a range of practical hydraulics training courses based at its Technical Centre in St Neots, Cambridgeshire.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics (15 May 2000)
Keep in touch with RDP's 'Transducer Action'
The Spring 2000 issue of 'Transducer Action' - the regular newsletter from RDP Electronics - is now available. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (15 May 2000)
Simple industrial sensor conditioning from RDP
In addition to its wide selection of industrial sensors, RDP also offers a range of low-cost and simple in-line transducer amplifiers. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (15 May 2000)
New brochure for RDP's signal conditioner range
RDP Electronics has published a new 6-page short-form colour brochure describing its full range of transducer signal conditioners. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (15 May 2000)
New transducers from RDP at Instrumentation North
Transducer manufacturer RDP Electronics is showing a wide range of products at Instrumentation North 2000 in Harrogate. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (15 May 2000)
Potentiometers for rotary position measurement
Variohm's new range of Towcester based Variohm Components recently unveiled an advanced range of conductive plastic potentiometers.
News from Variohm Eurosensor (15 May 2000)
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