News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 15 October
to Saturday 21 October 2000
Standoffs for stainless steel too thin to tap
Arconix/UK has introduced a new range of PEM self-clinching standoffs in thread sizes M3 to M5, specially designed for installation in stainless steel as thin as 1mm.
News from PEM Europe (20 October 2000)
Variable speed drive option enhances pump
The latest addition to the established Micropump range of gear pumps and drives is a new variable speed drive option which is designed to enhance pump performance.
News from Michael Smith Engineers (20 October 2000)
Versatile safety relay from the specialists
PNOZ X4 safety relays are approved for applications to category 2, 3 and 4 in accordance with EN 954-1 and offer both single and dual-channel operation in a 45 mm wide housing
News from Pilz Automation Technology (20 October 2000)
Temperature logger handles current and voltage too
The SL300 series from Signatrol is a range of compact and highly versatile data loggers which can be used for a wide range of applications within the food and allied industries.
News from Signatrol (20 October 2000)
Giant robot manipulator I/O handled by Opto 22
User Application Article Opto 22 controls supplied by System Devices are at the heart of a successful project to install a giant press and integrated robot manipulator at Sheffield Forgemasters Engineering.
News from System Devices (20 October 2000)
Ultra-efficient data analysis tool uses Opto 22
User Application Article The data capturing qualities of Opto 22 is playing a key role in the success of a new state of the art data analysis tool developed by Cardiff-based Industrial Electronic Automation.
News from System Devices (20 October 2000)
First triple-certification client for TUV PS
Leading manufacturer of playground equipment and safety surfacing Sutcliffe Play has become TUV Product Services' first triple-certification client.
News from TUV Product Service (20 October 2000)
Hi-fi manufacturer uses TUV PS for testing
A new name in premium hi-fi, SJ Audio, has chosen TUV Product Service as its testing and certification partner, in order to build in EMC and safety compliance from the start
News from TUV Product Service (20 October 2000)
TUV PS acquires former IBM test lab
TUV Product Service has acquired the laboratory and testing assets of the Technology Services Division of Teleplan, initially the principal product development and package test lab of IBM
News from TUV Product Service (20 October 2000)
Medical device manufacturer uses TUV for testing
User Application Article Alaris has used Highly Accelerated Life Testing, HALT, over the last five years, at its San Diego headquarters and now, additionally, at TUV PS - along with other services
News from TUV Product Service (20 October 2000)
Extra Strong Clamping Jaw provides that bit more
Where a high clamping force is required, Wixroyd's extremely powerful, Extra Strong Clamping Jaw No.1232 clamps both forwards and downwards into the workpiece.
News from Wixroyd International (20 October 2000)
Proximity module ideal seat-position sensing
The new ATS635LSB from Allegro MicroSystems is a Hall-effect based proximity sensor module that is ideally suited to automotive applications such as seat-position sensing.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (19 October 2000)
Venezuelan electric company goes for Autodesk GIS
Autodesk today announced that Enelven, one of the largest electric utility companies in Venezuela, has purchased a suite of Autodesk enterprise Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software
News from Autodesk (19 October 2000)
Energy report saves Goodyear serious money
User Application Article BSL Fluid Power in partnership with Maxura have carried out an energy management survey of Goodyear's compressed air system at the tyre manufacturer's Tyre Retread plant in Wolverhampton.
News from Brammer UK (19 October 2000)
Vertical machining centre for pneumatics company
User Application Article The ability of the Chiron FZ12W Magnum vertical machining centre to achieve average cost per part savings of up to 38 per cent has proved irresistible to Invensys Pneumatics Maxam
News from Chiron Werke UK (19 October 2000)
New consolidated factory for Dorset Tube Company
The Dorset Tube Company has announced plans to consolidate the Group's three UK manufacturing sites into a new, purpose built factory in Poole by the middle of 2001.
News from Cole and Swallow Materials (19 October 2000)
PC-based training systems: a demonstration
The use of sound, video, animation and intelligent interactivity can provide a very powerful method of communication or training for engineers, says Gary Molton of Engineering Adventures
News from Engineering Adventures (19 October 2000)
Online sales for safety interlocks
Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has launched an e-commerce web site dedicated to online sales of its innovative range of modular safety interlocks.
News from Fortress Interlocks (19 October 2000)
Modify interlock systems with minimal fuss
Modules from the Amgard modular interlocking system can be retro-fitted to existing Amgard interlocks at a later date, allowing operators to modify interlocking systems with a minimum of fuss
News from Fortress Interlocks (19 October 2000)
Fortress Interlocks awarded ISO9001
Fortress Interlocks has been awarded the internationally recognised standard for company-wide quality systems, ISO 9001.
News from Fortress Interlocks (19 October 2000)
Safety interlocks combine best of both worlds
Fortress Interlocks has launched Amgard 2000, a range of modular interlocks which combines the convenience of gate switches with the adaptability of trapped-key interlocks
News from Fortress Interlocks (19 October 2000)
Interlocks part of safety training at Wylfa
Staff from Wylfa nuclear power station on Anglesey now use equipment from safety specialist Fortress Interlocks as part of their annual safety training.
News from Fortress Interlocks (19 October 2000)
New sales and marketing director for Fortress
Mike Fynes has joined safety specialist Fortress Interlocks as sales and marketing director, after working for Castell Safety International and American company Castell Interlocks
News from Fortress Interlocks (19 October 2000)
Heidenhain CNC for Xaar's customised machinery
User Application Article For a machine that Loadpoint developed for Xaar, designers made use of the Heidenhain TNC 426 control due to its precise positioning capability while enabling the machine to operate at very high speed Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (19 October 2000)
Jetcam and Virtek announce technology partnership
Jetcam and Virtek are to work together to provide a customized version of the Jetcam Expert CNC programming system that will be integrated with Virtek's laser inspection machines.
News from Jetcam International (19 October 2000)
ATS collet chucks range added to Kitagawa lineup
ATS low profile true length collet chucks, which are designed for use with all 'A' type and selected flat nose spindle machines, have adjustable TIR and concentricity Brochure Available
News from Kitagawa Europe (19 October 2000)
Free Workholding Problems and Solutions catalogue
Leader Chuck Systems of Birmingham has published an extensive, four-colour 'Workholding Problems and Solutions' catalogue that is available free of charge.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (19 October 2000)
Novel method creates integral hub
Ahlen-based German spinning machine specialist Leico has developed an innovative method of cold forming rotationally symmetrical transmission parts with an integral hub.
News from Leico UK (19 October 2000)
Comprehensive FMS for sheet metal components
The LVD Omega flexible manufacturing system for sheet metal components is able to provide fully integrated component production involving a turret punch press, laser profiling and right angle shearing
News from LVD (UK) (19 October 2000)
Software guides you through ball screw selection
With WinKGT 32 for Win95/98 and WinNT, Rexroth Star offers an easy-to-handle program for the selection of ball screw drives, where users are interactively guided through each step of the calculation.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly (19 October 2000)
Dissolved oxygen transmitter for hazardous areas
Thanks to many functions and features new to 2-wire instruments, plus a particularly straightforward user interface, Mettler Toledo's 4220X transmitter is aimed at DO measurements in hazardous areas Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Good value from dissolved oxygen sensor
The latest InPro6000 dissolved oxygen sensor range from Mettler Toledo, which is aimed at the brewing, beverage, food and biotechnology markets, offers greater flexibility and significant cost savings Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
New in-line conductivity measuring systems
Four new, competitively-priced transmitters from Mettler Toledo are flexible, accurate and extremely reliable, and come in two ranges for water treatment and for industrial applications Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
The smarter 2-wire conductivity transmitter
Mettler Toledo has launched its new conductivity transmitter 7220X, which offers an additional current, switching or controller output, a measurement recorder, HART communication and more Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Self-cleaning sensor in pH control
The Mettler Toledo InClean pH measuring and cleaning system utilises conventional combination pH sensors, whilst alleviating the problems of clogging and coating Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Process pH/redox housings for large-scale reactors
Mettler Toledo Process have designed a range of top entry housings allowing the use of gel, polymer and liquid filled pH electrodes in large reactor vessels Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
New combined pH sensor for Biotech applications
Designed specifically for use in sterile applications, the new InPro 3030 gel-filled pH sensor represents excellent value for money for the biotechnologist Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
pH measuring system for use in effluent monitoring
Mettler Toledo has developed a new series of pH electrodes with an integrated temperature sensor for measurements in industrial waste water and other locations. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Low cost pH monitoring in waste water
Mettler Toledo Process offer complete solutions for pH monitoring in wastewater applications combining low investment cost with simple operation and ultra-reliable performance under plant conditions Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Cost-effective pH/dissolved oxygen transmitters
Mettler Toledo's pH and dissolved oxygen transmitters for industrial measurement applications bridge the gap between quality and cost. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Sensor housings improve process safety
Mettler Toledo's retractable housings are ideal for the chemical process industry because they offer maximum safety and reliability combined with simple operation, short downtimes and low maintenance Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Inflow housings - process measurement in a pipe
Many process applications call for measurement of pH, redox, dissolved oxygen, conductivity or turbidity in a pipeline between process vessels; or where in-vessel measurement is inconvenient Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Electrodeless conductivity for process sector
Mettler Toledo has launched a range of electrodeless conductivity sensors and transmitters for chemical processing, environmental monitoring, effluent treatment and pulp and paper industries Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
pH electrode with integral temperature sensor
Mettler Toledo has launched a new generation of pressurised gel-filled pH electrodes with integral temperature measurement, ensuring fast and accurate response to temperature changes in the process Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
Nice price for pH/ORP, dO2, conductivity sensors
Mettler Toledo recently launched a completely new range of transmitters designed for plant use in the process industries. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 October 2000)
New production method developed for pneumatic part
User Application Article Mollart Engineering has completely re-engineered the manufacture of a complex pneumatic hammer barrel component following investment in the UK's first Mazak Integrex 300Y mill-turn centre
News from Mollart (19 October 2000)
Highest accuracy from portable particle counter
The latest in a globally proven range of portable particle counters, LaserCM provides a 6 channel model that uses laser light as a development to the standard 'white light' CM20. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (19 October 2000)
Standard range of elliptical gears on the market
Elliptical gears are often proposed for solving problems where one needs a cyclical speed or phase variation between two (or more) connected shafts, and there is now a standard range on the market
News from Precision Motion (Cofil) (19 October 2000)
Refurbished shopping centre heated by Isis boilers
ISIS HE boilers are being used to provide maximum heat and hot water using minimum space at the £28m Triangle Shopping Centre in Manchester.
News from Potterton Commercial (19 October 2000)
Easily programmed, tamper-proof transducers
New from Honsberg is a patented range of tamper-proof and user-friendly pressure, temperature and flow transducers which come with a revolutionary new detachable adjustment ring for ultimate security Brochure Available
News from PVL (19 October 2000)
RFI joins Bluetooth Special Interest Group
Radio Frequency Investigation has been nominated to the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) as an associate member by Ericsson Mobile Communications.
News from Radio Frequency Investigation (19 October 2000)
New servomotor has reduced moment of inertia
Siemens Automation and Drives have launched a new version of the 1FK6 three-phase servomotor with a very low intrinsic rotor moment of inertia, which has been reduced by a factor of 3.1
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (19 October 2000)
LEDs make command devices vivid and unambiguous
Siemens Automation and Drives have launched two new LED ranges to complement their Signum 3SB3 metal command devices.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (19 October 2000)
Complete teaching pack for 3D design
SolidWorks Corporation has announced the availability of the new SolidWorks 2000 Lab Pack for educators, including 10 licenses of SolidWorks 2000 software
News from SolidWorks Corporation (19 October 2000)
Multi-level stencils for improved PCB manufacture
TSL manufactures multi-level stencils which deliver the distinct paste volumes required by the diversity of components used on today's electronic assemblies in a single printing action.
News from Tecan (19 October 2000)
Detailed precision parts with critical tolerances
Tecan can now electroform ultra-accurate three-dimensional parts where holes and lands may be produced up to ten times thinner than their own height - virtually impossible using any other technology
News from Tecan (19 October 2000)
CNC sliding head automatic lathes: new generation
A new generation of CNC sliding head automatic lathes developed by Traub includes 60m/min rapid traverse rates via linear motors, and a simultaneous machining capability with up to four tools
News from StarragHeckert UK (19 October 2000)
Stainless drive chain gets around magnetic problem
User Application Article Tsubaki's standard 300 Series stainless steel drive chain has enabled one of Europe's largest metal packaging manufacturers to overcome the problem of chains becoming magnetised in a curing oven Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (19 October 2000)
Cosmetic finish tooling for CNC punch presses
In response to a request to apply a cosmetic finish to components from a turret punch press, Wilson Tool International of Swindon has developed a special tool to produce a hexagonal surface pattern
News from Wilson Tool International (19 October 2000)
Single/triple outputs - same size dc-dc converters
Combining high reliability, increased flexibility and enhanced performance the APC200 dc-dc converters' design allows single and triple outputs from the same full brick size (117x61x12.7mm) case
News from Powerstax (18 October 2000)
Hall effect sensor rated for 10million operations
The Power Components RS-50 long life sensor utilizes Hall effect technology in a hermetically sealed, fully encapsulated plastic body to provide over ten million trouble free operations.
News from Gentech International (18 October 2000)
Flux, bond and test small LCDs with one unit
MicroJoin's new Model 5200 PDI Bonder efficiently integrates the fluxing, bonding and testing processes for small LCD displays within a single, cost-effective assembly system Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech (18 October 2000)
PH transmitter for solvent treatment system
User Application Article Each Viridian BioVox unit contains three Mettler Toledo products including a pH transmitter model pH2100, a pH electrode type HA405-DXK-S8/120 and an electrode housing type InFlow 751C Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (18 October 2000)
Accurate measurement of pH in process environments
Technical Background Article This article highlights certain recent advances which have helped to ensure that today's pH measuring system is effective in meeting current manufacturing needs. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (18 October 2000)
Rotork actuators in power station refurbishment
User Application Article Rotork electric valve actuators are being used in a project that will see a coal-fired power station re-open with increased capacity, improved efficiency and the latest clean environmental technology
News from Rotork Controls (18 October 2000)
New MD for Severn Group of companies
Kevin Jackson has been appointed Managing Director of the Severn Group, encompassing the control valve manufacturer Severn Glocon and the industrial control valve aftermarket specialist Severn Unival
News from Severn Glocon (18 October 2000)
Leak detection system pays for itself immediately
User Application Article The Ultraprobe ultrasonic leak detection system paid for itself in its first application, on vacuum drying systems, at chemicals company William Blythe Brochure Available
News from Alpine Components (17 October 2000)
New VP for Autodesk in Europe, Middle East, Africa
Autodesk announced today Vic Sanchez has been appointed as the Vice President for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) division of Autodesk.
News from Autodesk (17 October 2000)
Breakthrough claimed in high pressure leak testing
A unique high pressure instrument, with an astounding pressure drop measurement accuracy of 1Pa at test pressures up to 50 bar, has been developed by Ateq
News from Ateq (17 October 2000)
Spray nozzle solution increases efficiency
A spray nozzle system, specifically designed to save time and money by eliminating the problem of plugging, is now available from Bete Ltd., the UK arm of the US nozzle giant, Bete Fog Nozzle Inc.
News from Bete (17 October 2000)
Enhancements to PC-based machine vision system
Data Translation today announced the release of DT Vision Foundry 2.5, a PC-based machine vision solution designed for visual inspection and automated industrial imaging applications
News from Data Translation (17 October 2000)
New software tools for process plant design
ESDU International has announced the release of several new tools and technology to assist in complex design and retrofit analysis of processing plants and equipment.
News from ESDU International (17 October 2000)
Signal conditioning modules offer wider input
Eurotherm Limited have strengthened their signal conditioning offering by the introduction of ten new DIN rail-mounted modules for use in process and temperature control systems.
News from Eurotherm (17 October 2000)
Temperature and vacuum control in single DIN unit
A special vacuum control function for Eurotherm's Model 2704 Controller means that complex processes like those found in vacuum heat treatment furnaces, may use a single combined function controller
News from Eurotherm (17 October 2000)
New kits combine screwdrivers, cutters and pliers
Farnell has extended its range of tool kits, now featuring combinations of Bahco 'Ergo' screwdrivers and Lindstrom cutters and pliers put together to make product selection simple and quick
News from Farnell (17 October 2000)
Inexpensive, flexible network interface unit
Available for remote data acquisition and control, the OpenDAC is a network interface and remote slave that responds to commands that it receives over the network.
News from Gemlog Controls (17 October 2000)
Environmentally friendly waste disposal controlled
User Application Article The SCADA system in the central domestic waste disposal installation of CIE, installed by Clemessy, incorporates GE Fanuc PLCs and Cimplicity HMI control and monitoring software. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (17 October 2000)
Float sensor signals tank level up to 1m high
Ideal for water, fuel or oil level indication in tanks, the extended vertical fluid level sensor (EVS) Gentech International provides variable output at different float positions
News from Gentech International (17 October 2000)
Hydraulic cylinders manufacturer on the move
With an intensive work schedule to maintain, hydraulic cylinders manufacturer Garfield Hydrol needed precision planning to prevent operational disruptions when it relocated to a new factory
News from Garfield Hydrol (17 October 2000)
RH transmitters designed to be compact and durable
The new Series 748 Relative Humidity transmitters are ideal for OEM applications such as environmental test chambers, growth chambers, dough proofers, food holding cabinets and incubators.
News from Hawco (17 October 2000)
Success for DuPont Melinar plant control project
User Application Article A hugely successful project to install a Honeywell PlantScape process control and information system on a DuPont Melinar plant at Wilton prompted praise for Honeywell from the DuPont project manager
News from Honeywell Control Systems (17 October 2000)
New managing director for automation supplier
Idec Europe are pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Schiller, as Managing Director for its UK and European operations.
News from Idec Electronics (17 October 2000)
Radar level measurement on dairy bottling machine
User Application Article Dairy Crest of Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, is the first dairy manufacturer in the UK to install a specially adapted radar level measurement system from Krohne on its plastic bottle bottling machine
News from Krohne (17 October 2000)
Canbus controllers for hydraulic pumps/motors
Linde Hydraulics digital electronic Canbus controllers are complementary to the New Generation -02 series pumps and motors and to the HPR Whispering -02 series.
News from Liberty Alliance (17 October 2000)
Visualmotion improves press shop productivity 40%
Visualmotion, an open architecture control system used with digital servo drives, can improve press shop productivity by as much as 40% in comparison to a mechanical transmission set up.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Electric Drives and Controls (17 October 2000)
Controller offers cycloidal, S shape move profiles
The Yaskawa MP940 1.5 Axis Controller offers cycloidal or S shape move profiles and has options for DeviceNet, Profibus, CANbus and CERF/mechatrolink network interfaces.
News from Micromech (17 October 2000)
Two new models in digital servo drive range
Motor Technology has extended its range of Servostar 600 on-line, digital servo drives with the addition of two new high-power units.
News from Motor Technology (17 October 2000)
Create real-time applications under Windows NT
Nematron has released a new "try before you buy" version of HyperKernel, which allows developers to create real-time, deterministic applications using the standard Microsoft C/C++ compiler
News from Nematron Europe (17 October 2000)
Cast aluminium panels for Underground touchscreens
User Application Article Norse Precision Castings are the chosen manufacturer for special non-hazard panels for the fascia of touch screen equipment being supplied for underground services
News from Norse Precision Castings (17 October 2000)
Ultra thin PSU for portable devices
Designed for portable devices, OEP's latest fully encapsulated ultra thin PSU design consists of a range of 8 modules with output voltages from 5V to 48V
News from Oxford Electrical Products (17 October 2000)
Robotic Sack Palletising in minimal floorspace
Pacepacker has been working closely with Fanuc Robotics to develop a new Robotic Sack Palletising systems, using a robot which can achieve maximum benchmark speeds of 1,800 cycles per hour.
News from Pacepacker Services (17 October 2000)
Low power CCTV without user licensing requirements
Radio Data Technology (RDT) is proud to announce the launch of the new wireless video transmission VideoWave 2.4GHz system.
News from Radio Data Technology (17 October 2000)
Radio telemetry system looks for wide applications
Radio Data Technology (RDT), a pioneer of radio telemetry, is proud to announce the launch of the second generation radio telemetry product, VersaNet 2.
News from Radio Data Technology (17 October 2000)
Modem is a key element in rocket project
User Application Article The RDT RM9600 modem was used as the key element of a telemetry system in SHARP and Discovery, which sent back vital information including height and speed.
News from Radio Data Technology (17 October 2000)
Radio Data Technology gets ISO9002
Following an assessment by an independent body, Radio Data Technology, which specialises in engineering wireless radio data communication products, has recently been awarded ISO9002
News from Radio Data Technology (17 October 2000)
Design guides for conveyor and transmission chain
Two useful design-guides for conveyor and transmission chain, each containing over 40 pages of useful information, have been produced by Renold Chain and are now available to engineers.
News from Renold Chain (17 October 2000)
Scanner manufacturer goes for Reli-a-Flex coupling
User Application Article A European professional flatbed scanner manufacturer is using Reli-a-Flex couplings in all its products due to the high torsional stiffness and unsurpassed accuracy without high bearing loads
News from Reliance Precision Mechatronics (17 October 2000)
Pump rapidly pulls down vacuum in reactor vessel
User Application Article In developing a new high-performance, chlorine-free, lubricating oil dispersant at its Bromborough plant, Lubrizol needed a reliable vacuum solution and turned to Rietschle
News from Rietschle Thomas (17 October 2000)
Stainless rivet nut handles corrosive demands
User Application Article The tapered body of a paddle of GRP, used in an effluent treatment plant, required a reusable M8 thread to fix a removable wing, and a a closed end Stainless Steel Rivet Nut met the requirements
News from Torque Control (17 October 2000)
More options for coupling up to six fluid lines
CPC's innovative Sixtube coupling, for connecting up to six separate fluid lines, is now available with an extended range of connection options.
News from Tom Parker (17 October 2000)
Vacuum-formed masks improve painting efficiency
User Application Article Customised masks, vacuum formed by Toolcraft Plastics of Swindon, have replaced tapped entry ports of pumps in the paint shop area at a local manufacturer to prevent ingress of excess paint.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) (17 October 2000)
Peek now available for powder coating
Victrex has fine-tuned its products and developed enhanced processing techniques that allow Peek polymer to be applied as a powder coating using conventional equipment
News from Victrex (17 October 2000)
Stereo microscope helps in stent manufacture
User Application Article Vision Engineering's Lynx eyepieceless stereo microscope is aiding a number of global stent manufacturers to make angioplasty heart surgery a safer and less complicated procedure Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (17 October 2000)
Plug-in unit improves microscope performance
Vision's patented Isis accessory fits in place of traditional eyepieces on mono, routine, research and stereo microscopes and gives a greater freedom of head movement which reduces fatigue Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (17 October 2000)
Instant quoting engine moves to the desktop
MyQuote is the new desktop version of the QuickQuote instant quoting engine from Quickparts.
News from Quickparts (17 October 2000)
Bar codes validated automatically with ease
Bar code validation is an increasingly important process and, thanks to a new development from Accu-Sort, can now be performed simply and reliably by an off-the-shelf automatic validation system
News from Accu-Sort Europe (16 October 2000)
6U CompactPCI Board features Flip-Chip Pentium III
Concurrent Technologies has announced the release of the PP EMB/P34 Peripheral Slot Controller CPU board, a single slot 6U CompactPCI Board featuring the Flip-Chip Pentium III processor.
News from Concurrent Technologies (16 October 2000)
Nestle UK takes data-mining licence
Leading confectionery manufacturer Nestle has agreed a contract with Curvaceous Software Ltd of Gerrards Cross, UK, to use the software Curvaceous Visual Explorer (CVE). Brochure Available
News from Curvaceous Software (16 October 2000)
New design of T-handle from 40mm to 93mm
T handles are a mainstay of engineering life and are used on many applications from pulling to clamping on lighting or machinery, e.g holding or pumping Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (16 October 2000)
Cut down on the space needed by rack-mount hubs
The new MagnumBlade DS12 from Garrettcom is a 6U rear mounted Compact PCI 12 port dual speed hub designed to eliminate the space traditional rack mount hubs take up in a system
News from GarrettCom Europe (16 October 2000)
Ethernet connection via the serial port on a PLC
GE Fanuc Automation introduces the VersaMax SE, a versatile, cost-effective programmable logic controller accessory that enables Ethernet connection via the serial port on a controller. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (16 October 2000)
Large sterile wipe for clean room surfaces
A large individual sterile alcohol wipe, the new Helapet Steriwipe, is ideal for cleaning large surfaces in a clean room/clean cabinet or isolator
News from Helapet (16 October 2000)
Excellent flow rates from mini capsule filter
Helapet are introducing the mdi MiniCapsule Filter, offering compact design and large filter area for excellent flow rates, wide chemical compatibility, and high heat stability
News from Helapet (16 October 2000)
True universal input on big 10A power supply
The new PS5R-G24 boasts a massive 10 Amps at 24VDC and features a true universal input (85-264VAC or 105-370VDC) that allows the user to ship their equipment anywhere in the world
News from Idec Electronics (16 October 2000)
Special stators improve progressing cavity pumps
Netzsch Nemo has introduced a range of specially designed stators with reduced wall thicknesses that allow progressing cavity pumps to operate at higher differential pressures per stage
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 October 2000)
Special pumps for Norwegian shipbuilder's new FPSO
User Application Article Three specially designed progressing cavity pumps are being used for liquid boosting duty on Crystal Ocean, a Floating Production Storage and Offloading Facility being built by Brovig Offshore
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 October 2000)
Brewers improve effectiveness with new pump
User Application Article Netzsch Nemo Pumps have helped brewers Hall and Woodhouse to improve their processing effectiveness by adapting one of their progressing cavity pumps to pump filter material Kieselguhr
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 October 2000)
Progressing cavity pumps for Clyde platform
Netzsch Nemo have supplied two of their SY range progressing cavity pumps to Brown and Root AOC as part of a project to modify the Clyde oilfield platform for Talisman.
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 October 2000)
Custom progressing cavity pumps delivered fast
Netzsch Nemo Pumps have met a delivery target of just 14 weeks to supply two specially designed progressing cavity pumps for a Floating Production Storage and Offloading Facility for Petrobras
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 October 2000)
Pumps offer more design features for hygienic use
To ensure maximum cleaning before sterilisation, the inlet and outlet branches of the Netzsch Nemo Aseptic pumps join the body tangentially, creating a swirling flow along the housing wall.
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 October 2000)
Electromagnetic brake added to ingenious motors
The revolutionary new AlphaStep, AS and ASC Series of motors from Oriental Motor (UK) are all now available with a standard electromagnetic brake feature
News from Oriental Motor (16 October 2000)
Open-frame DC/DC converters deliver up to 10W
Now available from Powerline is the Power Patch family of open-frame DC/DC converter modules, a lightweight, low-profile 'topless' design for improved mechanical and thermal performance
News from Powerline (16 October 2000)
Acoustic cleaning cuts maintenance at BPB Gypsum
User Application Article For a high maintenance mechanical rapping system at a BPB Gypsum plant, Audiosonic Acoustic Cleaners not only keeps the plates clean but also cleans the internal roof, walls and baffles.
News from Primasonics International (16 October 2000)
Remote control transmitters need no licence
RF Solutions has launched a series of rugged, licence-exempt hand-held radio transmitter encoders for remote control applications designed to operate in harsh and outdoor environments
News from RF Solutions (16 October 2000)
Recover your off-spec packaged products!
The Sibus Power Separator separates off-spec products from packaging, so product can be recycled leaving the containers and packaging to be reclaimed
News from Sibus (16 October 2000)
New concept for drying friable, granular materials
Sibus introduce a new concept for the drying of friable, granular, flaked or other 'formed' materials - the innovative range of Agitated Fluidised Trough (AFT) Dryers.
News from Sibus (16 October 2000)
Reduce the moisture content of process slurries
The Sibus Rapid Air Swept Dryer (RAS) will reduce the moisture content of process slurries, pastes or other wet material used in the manufacturing process industries.
News from Sibus (16 October 2000)
Hands-on motion engineering seminars announced
Unimatic is to run two hands-on motion engineering seminars, the first at Rockwell Automation in Milton Keynes on 28 November, the second at PERA in Melton Mowbray, Leics on 30 November Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (16 October 2000)
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