News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 25 June
to Saturday 1 July 2000
Servos UL Listed for explosion proof requirements
Rockwell Automation introduces the Allen-Bradley 1326AH range of servo motors for hazardous environments.
News from Rockwell Automation (30 June 2000)
New enclosure for direct-on-line starters
Rockwell Automation announces the Allen-Bradley 198E-AYT, an IP 65 rated enclosure for the 140M-C motor protection circuit breaker from the Allen-Bradley MCS (Modular Control System) range.
News from Rockwell Automation (30 June 2000)
Expanded range of EMC filters for Comp-AC drives
ABB Automation has expanded its range of EMC filters to give users of its Comp-AC low power AC drives increased flexibility in the way they address EMC issues of applications between 0.12kW and 37kW
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (29 June 2000)
Compact bar code reader offers versatile mounting
For its versatile, high speed reading or decoding of linear and 2D codes on flat work and cartons within a depth of field of 50mm, the new AV1200 from Accu-Sort may be unmatched.
News from Accu-Sort Europe (29 June 2000)
Enclosure designed specifically for networking
IMnet, the new floor-standing cabling cabinet from APW Electronics, is the first enclosure to be designed specifically for the networking market, breaking away from the legacy of the electronic rack
News from APW Enclosure Solutions (29 June 2000)
A diverse manufacturing philosophy from Chiron
UK companies can now enjoy the ultimate in production flexibility and productivity for both high volume and variable part manufacture with the Chiron Flexline 'diverse manufacturing' philosophy.
News from Chiron Werke UK (29 June 2000)
Plummer blocks and bearing housings illustrated
The design and manufacture of plummer blocks and bearing housings has been the dedicated activity of Arvis since the early '80s.
News from Criptic Arvis (29 June 2000)
Economical fan option for higher airflows
Now available in the UK from Fan Technology is the new Planet range of high performance, low cost AC fans from ADDA.
News from Fan Technology (29 June 2000)
Thermal imaging keep delivering for Royal Mail
User Application Article At the Royal Mail, all critical systems in every sorting office throughout the UK are checked every month, using FLIR Systems thermal imaging equipment Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (29 June 2000)
The affordable, uncooled thermal imaging camera
With the introduction of the new ThermaCAM SC500, FLIR Systems is able to extend the benefits of its patented solid state microbolometer detector techlogy to the R and D community. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (29 June 2000)
GE Fanuc acquires interface software developer
GE Fanuc Automation has acquired the assets of DataViews Corporation of Northampton, Massachusetts. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (29 June 2000)
Better support for Heidenhain TNC control systems
By adopting an Ethernet interface and ISDN routing, Heidenhain TNC 426 B and TNC 430 control systems can now be brought quickly back on line in the event of a problem Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (29 June 2000)
Linear slide for smooth approach to bomb disposal
User Application Article MOS Cold Cutting of West Yorkshire has developed a range of hydro abrasive cutting systems for bomb disposal systems, featuring Hepco's Driven Linear System for smooth motion Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (29 June 2000)
Fuel comparison demo kit powered by Hepco track
User Application Article Environmental considerations are high on the agenda at Ford and helping the company prove the point is a demonstration kit which is based around the Hepco DLS Driven Linear System. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (29 June 2000)
Couplings keep rotating signs vibration-free
User Application Article Double Vision Signs succeeded in sourcing couplings for its new two-sided sign which effectively dampened vibration caused by the design's drive train being housed in a hollow aluminium section. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork (29 June 2000)
Torque limiters and clamping elements from Italy
Huco Engineering Components is again extending its power transmission range with the addition of new products from Italian manufacturer, Compomac. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork (29 June 2000)
Keith Pound joins Jetcam
Jetcam (UK) is pleased to announce the appointment of Keith Pound as the new Area Sales Manager for South-West England.
News from Jetcam International (29 June 2000)
Think about the cost of basic machine guarding
Technical Background Article How much do you pay for the guarding on your machines? Many machine builders simply do not know the answer to this, relying instead on guesswork when preparing the costings for a new machine proposal.
News from Montech (29 June 2000)
Lifting devices combine actuation and guidance
Montech is launching a new family of modular automation components, known as the series HE lifting devices.
News from Montech (29 June 2000)
Inverter offers any fieldbus protocol you like
Every commonly adopted fieldbus protocol is available on the 3G3FV Sysdrive inverter from Omron, making it the ideal systems drive for OEM and end user applications. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Laser sensor features 66% smaller head
The Omron Z4LB V2 laser sensor features a smaller, space-saving head, up to 66% smaller than previous designs, with an easy-to-use amplifier. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Vision sensor helps label 70,000 bottles per hour
User Application Article When German brewers Emil Petersen GmbH and Co needed to ensure its bottle labels were applied correctly, the Omron F10 mini vision advanced sensor proved to be an ideal, cost effective and accurate so Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Omron automates penalty shootouts!
User Application Article Penalty shootouts are about to be transformed into a global competition, with footballers pitched against each other in an internet league in which Omron automation equipment will ensure fair play Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Drive adds DeviceNet to its options
Omron has introduced a DeviceNet option card for its industry standard 3G3MV open loop vector control inverters, which are part of the comprehensive Sysdrive inverter family. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
2D code - the next step for bar codes
Technical Background Article With the small data capacity of bar codes increasingly limiting their usefulness, Omron's Sean Eley looks at the emergence of the two dimensional code, and the equipment to print and detect it Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Omron's open loop drives range extended
New 5.5kW and 7.5kW models of Omron's 3G3MV Sysdrive inverters have been launched, extending the range from the previous 4kW top end model. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Voltage options added to compact panel drive range
Four-hundred volt, three phase models have been added to the Omron Sysdrive 3G3JV inverter range, complementing the existing single and three phase 200V versions. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 June 2000)
Flight Refuelling - state of the art manufacturing
User Application Article Flight Refuelling is now using advanced CNC machine tools, the EdgeCAM off-line programming systeme, and an effective and reliable DNC network serving the shop floor
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (29 June 2000)
Software initiative to connect enterprise
Rockwell Automation has announced a strategic initiative to provide flexible, modular solutions to improve the flow of information throughout the manufacturing enterprise.
News from Rockwell Automation (29 June 2000)
Flat-panel monitors extended for control systems
Rockwell Automation introduces a new 12.1" TFT flat panel monitor to its range of Allen-Bradley RAC6185 industrial displays.
News from Rockwell Automation (29 June 2000)
ControlNet to DeviceNet link from Rockwell
The Allen-Bradley ControlNet-to-DeviceNet Linking Device provides an economical, highly efficient and seamless means of sharing data between controllers and discrete manufacturing devices.
News from Rockwell Automation (29 June 2000)
New Allen-Bradley low voltage catalogue
Rockwell Automation has combined the entire range of Allen-Bradley low voltage products into a single, easy to use Industrial Control 'Master' catalogue.
News from Rockwell Automation (29 June 2000)
Rockwell Software supports Windows 2000
Rockwell Automation announces its plans for support of the Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system on all new Rockwell Software products
News from Rockwell Automation (29 June 2000)
Self-contained palletising system now in UK
Since the launch of Werner's new PSU component palletiser late last year, demand for the system has been considerable.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (29 June 2000)
Cryogenic valves head towards Japan and Korea
Severn Glocon, the UK's leading industrial control valve specialist, has won orders for high technology cryogenic valves for installations in the Far East.
News from Severn Glocon (29 June 2000)
Small torque limiter packs big performance
The need to isolate driving and driven forces in physically small automation systems has been met by the introduction of R+W's miniature safety coupling. Brochure Available
News from Tandler Precision (29 June 2000)
TWR turns to Traub-Heckert for machining centre
User Application Article To produce the key components for such finely tuned power units calls for quality engineered machine tools and here, TWR has installed a Hermle C800U five-axis machining centre
News from StarragHeckert UK (29 June 2000)
New controller cracks low speed DC drive problem
Trident's e-motion SCA-B4-70-10 for brushless motors and SCA-SS-70-10 for brushed DC can achieve near resolver like accuracy performance but at a lower cost to customers.
News from Trident Engineering (29 June 2000)
Cut those tool measurement cycle times
Automatic measurement of cutting tools using CCD video cameras is provided by the Helicheck NC 4 four-axis measuring centre available from Walter GB of Redditch
News from Walter GB (29 June 2000)
Enhanced point-of-load DC/DC converters
Artesyn Technologies has introduced the SIP20C series of 20W high-efficiency, wide output trim range, single-output, open-frame, non-isolated DC/DC converters.
News from Emerson Network Power - Embedded Power (28 June 2000)
Assistance with Web Site Software
BitBox of Basingstoke has announced a Website Management service, aimed at those companies with the ability to design the basic format of their site, and write the pages.
News from Bitbox (28 June 2000)
Graphical interface produced for biotech client
User Application Article BitBox has completed a project for Techne of Cambridge incorporating touch sensitive graphical display programming methods into their Touchgene molecular biology thermal cycling equipment.
News from Bitbox (28 June 2000)
Metering valve gives precise control of low flows
Hoke 1000 Series metering valves give low dead volume with excellent control of low flows, plus lockable flow settings, to make them ideal for sampling or fine metering applications
News from Circor Instrumentation (28 June 2000)
Associated Octel opt for composite valve/actuator
User Application Article Associated Octel Company Ltd, a major manufacturer of petroleum additives, has recently specified a combination of the Nil-Cor composite ball valve and the EFC (Epoxy Filled Composite) actuator
News from Dresser Flow Control (28 June 2000)
New valve management programme from Dresser
The Valscope valve testing system from Dresser Valve Division has sophisticated software helps determine valve function, repair (in-situ or off site) and/or replacement needs
News from Dresser Flow Control (28 June 2000)
Lane controller added to traffic barrier system
The new Magnetic Lane Controller (MLC) from Electro Mechanical Systems Ltd is specifically designed for use with the recently introduced Magnetic Intelligent Barrier (MIB) range. Brochure Available
News from EMS (28 June 2000)
PLC specifically controls inverter drives
Lenze's new Drive PLC is designed to be a PLC that specifically controls inverter drives, and offers advantages such as the built-in CAN system bus and IEC1131-3 programming Brochure Available
News from Lenze (28 June 2000)
Quick-action clamps help in lifesaving equipment
User Application Article The Royal National Lifeboat Institution has specified Protex model 58-1182 quick-action, rigid overcentre fasteners in stainless steel to secure the lid of a floatable stowage drum
News from Protex Fasteners (28 June 2000)
Submersible level sensor copes with anything!
With its latest product range PSM can claim to have a sensor for virtually every level and tank gauging application, even those in the harshest situations.
News from PSM Instrumentation (28 June 2000)
Sira facilitates MSHA approval for Morley
Sira has recently completed a dual product certification project on behalf of The Morley Electrical Engineering Company Ltd.
News from Sira (28 June 2000)
Vibration-proof PC a hit in the movie world
User Application Article Sight Systems' specially-designed vibration-proof black-box computers play a vital role in the commercial world of 3D animation and the production of Chicken Run and Wallace and Gromit films.
News from Sight Systems (28 June 2000)
Position/velocity transducer aimed at long life
The new rugged Celesco PT5AV unit from Variohm Components is a combination position/velocity transducer designed for extra-long life in high acceleration/deceleration applications
News from Variohm Eurosensor (28 June 2000)
Duplicated temperature monitoring in single unit
Fisher-Rosemount has introduced the latest version of the Model 3244MV Multivariable Temperature Transmitter to achieve duplicated temperature monitoring in one overall housing
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Measurement (27 June 2000)
Gas Mass Flowmeter also offers Profibus Interface
The Brooks Instrument thermal mass flow controller from Flotech Solutions now has a Profibus-DP RS 485 interface, working at up to 12 Mbits/sec, in addition to the standard 4-20mA output.
News from Flotech Solutions (27 June 2000)
Single-phase servo for lower power applications
A new range of digital servo drives for single-phase, low-power applications, the Kollmorgen Servostar CD, has been launched by Motor Technology of Stockport.
News from Motor Technology (27 June 2000)
Slim flat-panel PC offers plenty of flexibility
The new Open-Frame Flat Panel PC from QCL incorporates a touchscreen interface with a flexible open frame as well as integrated multimedia components and networking functions
News from QCL Group (27 June 2000)
New 300-page pneumatics and hydraulics catalogue
A new catalogue with over 300 pages of pneumatic and hydraulic components is now available from Tom Parker of Preston.
News from Tom Parker (27 June 2000)
Replace rocker switches with proximity sensors!
The Sensor Switch is a revolutionary way of replacing an existing single rocker type light switch with a "touch" switch that actually works on proximity.
News from Sensorbility (27 June 2000)
Ogden material model extends FEA accuracy
Algor today announced the addition of an Ogden material model, further expanding the company's versatility and accuracy in nonlinear stress analysis capabilities.
News from Algor (26 June 2000)
Spreading the word on Ethernet
The OSPMA-FieldComms Trade Show and Conference is the only dedicated UK show to promote the benefits of state-of-the art technology for the Process and Manufacturing Automation industries.
News from Angel Business Communications (26 June 2000)
Vision system capable of 11,000 parts per minute
Cognex has introduced Checkpoint II, a next-generation version of the company's industry-leading factory floor PC-based vision system. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (26 June 2000)
Cost savings to be made in compressed air systems?
E-T-A has introduced a new plug-in flow meter to accurately measure even very small air flow rates in compressed air systems. Brochure Available
News from E-T-A Circuit Breakers (26 June 2000)
Gas analysers used for emission tests at Millbrook
User Application Article Rosemount Analytical has supplied an Internal Combustion Engine Emissions system for the new Engine Technology Centre recently opened at Millbrook, the Bedford-based vehicle test organisation.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Analytical (26 June 2000)
Air bag demands no problem for pressure sensors
Air bag inflation manufacturers require dependable and stable pressure sensors to perform critical ongoing tests, making Gems Sensors' CVD 2000 or 4000 Series the ideal solution.
News from Gems Sensors (26 June 2000)
Level sensors get Teflon and flange mounted models
Gems Sensors' introduction of new Teflon and Flange Mounted models expands the fluid sensing industry's broadest line of electro-optic liquid level sensors.
News from Gems Sensors (26 June 2000)
Compact liquid level sensors aimed at OEMs
Gems Sensors has launched a new range of CLS-1200 liquid level sensors, which are suitable for a wide range of demanding applications involving electrically conductive liquids.
News from Gems Sensors (26 June 2000)
Pressure transducers excel in stability
Constant repeatability and long-term stability are easily handled by the Psibar Series 1200 pressure transducers by combining proven Chemical Deposition (CVD) and ASIC technologies.
News from Gems Sensors (26 June 2000)
Interface sensors to PCs with Ethernet ports
The Smart Ethernet A/D products from Sensoray are the lowest cost-per-channel interfaces for strain gauges, temperature sensors, voltage or 4-20 mA to any computer with an Ethernet port.
News from Impulse (26 June 2000)
New Z Series robots from Kawasaki
To complement their established industrial robots, Kawasaki Robotics has introduced the new Z Series, a heavy-duty range of models capable of being used in more arduous applications
News from Kawasaki Robotics UK (26 June 2000)
Connect up to 12 nylon tubes simultaneously!
Simultaneous connection and disconnection of up to 12 nylon tubes can now be achieved in less than 10 seconds with the introduction of a multi-connector from Legris.
News from Legris (26 June 2000)
Mclennan puts its product range on CD-Rom
Mclennan Servo Supplies have just introduced a CD-Rom with technical datasheets on their full range of products.
News from McLennan Servo Supplies (26 June 2000)
Mitsubishi aims at machine rebuilds with controls
Mitsubishi Electric has established a significant foothold in the machine rebuilds market with its current generation of CNC systems, and launched several new products at MACH 2000 in April. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (26 June 2000)
Dean and Wood to distribute Mitsubishi controller
Dean and Wood, one of Britain's leading wholesalers of refrigeration, cooling and air conditioning equipment, is to distribute the revolutionary Mitsubishi Alpha controller Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (26 June 2000)
Web tension measurement with complete confidence
The Nobel Systems HTU tension transducer measures web tension forces applied across a roll over a range of 5000 to 20,000 pounds using integral horizontal and vertical axis sensors. Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel (26 June 2000)
Farm Force presses rely on Self-Lube bearings
User Application Article RHP's Self-Lube bearings are providing the high degrees of reliability and life demanded by Farm Force on its range of cultivator presses. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (26 June 2000)
Competitively priced battery chargers launched
The PST 300 range from PB Design is a series of low current, high spec battery chargers and switch tripping units.
News from PB Design and Developments (26 June 2000)
Battery charger for Sharjah
User Application Article Bristol based PB Design has provided Alstom T and D with a dual 110V battery charger for a new 220kv substation associated with Wasit Power Station.
News from PB Design and Developments (26 June 2000)
Plenty of design benefits in new spur gearbox
The OS49 is a 49mm spur gearbox in 9 stock ratios from 4 to 1250:1, providing a dynamic torque of 700mNm in the shortest product length.
News from Premotec (26 June 2000)
Increased dynamic torque from spur gearbox
Premotec has introduced a new gearbox type, the S38, a 38mm diameter spur gearbox in 9 standard ratios from 6 to 900:1
News from Premotec (26 June 2000)
Brushless DC motor now has 2-wire version
Premotec has introduced a new brushless DC motor, the BL48, 2-wire version, providing brushless technology at a brushed motor price.
News from Premotec (26 June 2000)
Tolerance rings help make motors more compact
The incorporation of tolerance rings in electric motor designs now offers a cost-effective alternative to the common use of spherical bushings and minimises motor dimensions. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings (26 June 2000)
Muting problems sorted by Siba Delta
Siba Delta have recently been called upon to supply their safety light barriers with muting, for industries where the product, transfer car, AGV or fork truck, has presented problems
News from Siba Delta 92 (26 June 2000)
Complete system to meet component protection
Static Control Components has developed a system to help companies packaging surface mount electronics devices meet the requirements of the new joint IPC/JEDEC Standard J-STD-033.
News from Static Control Components (Europe) (26 June 2000)
Stylish enclosures get slides option
SRS Products has now introduced a range of Telescopic Slides that can be used with its modern styled range of Cubic Desk Top, Tower and Wall Mounted enclosures.
News from SRS Products (26 June 2000)
Digital indicator connects like 2-wire transmitter
DDP15 is a panel mounted high-performance digital indicator for various signal inputs and with a 4-20 mA output.
News from Hawco Direct (26 June 2000)
Infinite adjustment on new Wixroyd clamps
Wixroyd's new Stepless Adjustable Clamps come in three different models and are suitable for T-slots sizes 12mm-36mm.
News from Wixroyd International (26 June 2000)
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