News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 22 October
to Saturday 28 October 2000
Solvent cleaner formulated to MoD requirements
Ambersil have just launched Lec-Klene, a highly refined, low aromatic solvent cleaner, which has been formulated to satisfy the exact requirements of the Ministry of Defence
News from Ambersil (27 October 2000)
Live cross vendor demo area at OSPMA-FieldComms
OSPMA-FieldComms celebrates its 6th annual event by moving to London's newest Exhibition and Conference Centre, London ExCel, and will feature a special live cross vendor demonstration area
News from Angel Business Communications (27 October 2000)
First UK Profibus conference at OSPMA-FieldComms
Angel Business Communications announces that the UK Profibus Group will be holding their very first annual conference at OSPMA-FieldComms on 5-6th December 2000.
News from Angel Business Communications (27 October 2000)
Custom designed load cells for Observatory
User Application Article Applied Measurements have supplied 684 custom designed load cells to the Royal Greenwich Observatory for the support system which controls the shape and position of 8 metre diameter mirrors Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (27 October 2000)
Cost effective alternative to weld studs
A new range of PEM self-clinching dog point studs, have been introduced by Arconix/UK Ltd, that provide very high strength attachments to steel or aluminium sheet as thin as 1mm.
News from PEM Europe (27 October 2000)
Seals aimed at tough environments
Isolast seals are aimed at the tough operating environments of the chemical and hydrocarbon processing industries the high performance characteristics of perflouroelastomer seals are required.
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (27 October 2000)
AutoVue integrates with PTC's Windchill system
Cimmetry Systems, developer of Viewing, Markup and Collaboration solutions, announces the integration of their flagship product, AutoVue with PTC's Windchill system.
News from Cimmetry Systems (27 October 2000)
Diaphragm valves offer over 5m cycles at 250psig
Totally free of springs, bellows, packing, O-rings and lubricants in the process wetted area, the new GO DV-1 Series diaphragm valves offer an exceptionally long cycle life
News from Circor Instrumentation (27 October 2000)
Rope operated stop switch ideal for conveyors
The combination of Guardmaster's Lifeline 4 rope operated emergency stop switch and universal rope tensioner system solves the problem of setting-up and maintaining protection along exposed conveyors
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (27 October 2000)
Huge packaging savings for audio firm
A new Case Study from the Environmental Technology Best Practice Programme describes how Harman Pro Audio Manufacturing saved over £37,000 on its packaging materials
News from Envirowise (27 October 2000)
Servo-pneumatics first in filling machine
User Application Article Essex based Quadrant has developed a new generation of volumetric filling machine believed to be the first design to employ servo-pneumatics; it uses an Festo SPC servo controller Brochure Available
News from Festo (27 October 2000)
Delta EMC filters flyer explains range
Following the signing of an agreement for the distribution of a very wide range of Delta EMC filters, Hawco has now produced a simple flyer detailing then ranges available.
News from Hawco (27 October 2000)
Modular datalogger should be an economic choice
The modular approach of the new HBM MGCplus datalogger means you select only the functions you need - start off with purely analogue features and later add high speed digital data acquisition Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (27 October 2000)
High-pressure ball valves added to Holmbury range
Recent additions to the Holmbury product range have been the 2 and 3 way high-pressure ball valves (up to 500 bar) available in all size variations up to 1 1/2".
News from Holmbury (27 October 2000)
New version of plant information management system
The Process and Building Solutions division of Intergraph has announced availability of the 3.0 version of Notia, the plant information management (PIM) solution for the process plant life cycle.
News from Intergraph Process, Power and Offshore (27 October 2000)
Silicone adhesive is a good all-round performer
RTV 382 Silicone Adhesive is a high temperature non corrosive single-part RTV silicone Adhesive and Sealant which retains adhesion and flexibility from -55C to +260C
News from Intek Adhesives (27 October 2000)
Floor cleaner motor cost cut by open frame design
User Application Article When rotary floor cleaning machine manufacturer Truvox was developing its new Orbis range, the company turned to Leroy-Somer for the heart of the machine - the motor.
News from Leroy Somer (27 October 2000)
Brake motors for heavy duty or safety-critical use
Leroy Somer UK introduces the Patay range of brake motors for heavy duty or safety-critical applications such as hoisting, handling, presses, funfair rides, lifts and escalators.
News from Leroy Somer (27 October 2000)
Newage Transmissions at METS 2000 exhibition
Newage Transmissions Ltd is aiming to build on recent export successes through its participation at Europe's premier marine equipment exhibition, METS 2000
News from Newage Transmissions (27 October 2000)
Ultrasonic stress measurement goes mobile
Precise measurement of the clamp load produced by a bolt or other threaded fastener is now possible in the field with the introduction of the USM-II by Norbar Torque Tools. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (27 October 2000)
DeviceNet option for vector control inverters
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 (27 October 2000)
PLC and an HMI on a single board saves costs
Integrating a PLC and an HMI on a single board, the PBE Systems 'AutoLogic' 14K combined micro controller/interface has five pushbuttons and a 3-character display
News from PBE Systems (27 October 2000)
The advantages of anti-backdrive gears
Unique advantages of anti-backdrive spur gears include increased efficiency (80% is common), reduction ratios of less than 25:1 (even 1:1), bi-directionality, and simple, compact construction
News from Precision Motion (Cofil) (27 October 2000)
Rack-mount power supplies with multiple outputs
A new range of multiple-output rack-mount power supplies from Powerline offers a choice of configurations with output ratings up to 120W, and is ideal for VME and other bus-based systems
News from Powerline (27 October 2000)
Coin-operated quick-action turn latch
The new, quick-action turn latch, model 62-1077 now being manufactured by Protex Fasteners in Redditch is a neat and unobtrusive, coin-operated device all in steel with zinc plate passivated finish
News from Protex Fasteners (27 October 2000)
Laser punch proves twice as quick as nibbling
User Application Article A Finn-Power LP-6 combination laser cutting and punching machine from Press and Shear has brought major benefits for Cambridgeshire-based St Neots Sheet Metal. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (27 October 2000)
Globe control valve for cryogenic temperatures
An extended bonnet globe control valve which is designed to operate in applications where temperatures are in the cryogenic range (to minus 268degC), is available from Pump Engineering
News from Pump Engineering (27 October 2000)
High temperature dataloggers ideal for food sector
The SL700 series is a range of fully self contained portable data loggers with up to eight channels, ideal for monitoring and recording in food manufacturing, processing, transportation and storage
News from Signatrol (27 October 2000)
Low profile intelligent thermal detectors
System Sensor Europe's new Series 200 Plus thermal sensors are upgraded replacements for the previous 200 Series units, available as fixed temperature only devices or as fixed plus rate-of-rise units.
News from System Sensor Europe (27 October 2000)
Compact round wire wave spring fits in tight space
TFC have recently introduced the new Wavo Spring Series, designed to fit in tight radial and axial spaces, to compliment their well-established Smalley Wave spring series. Brochure Available
News from TFC (27 October 2000)
Portable unit calibrates/simulates thermocouples
The latest version of the Cropico DP6 portable thermocouple calibrator/simulator is linearised for the ten most popular thermocouple types, with accuracy better than +/-0.1C at +20C and 1uV resolution Brochure Available
News from Cropico (27 October 2000)
5 1/2-digit DMM incorporates limits comparator
The model 1906 is a 5 1/2-digit auto/manual ranging multimeter with a scale length of 210,000 counts, a resolution of luV, lmW and 1nA, a basic DC voltage accuracy of 0.012%, and a cost of under £400
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (26 October 2000)
Big Greek navy order for valve manufacturer
Truflo Marine Valves FCX has been selected by Vosper Thornycroft to supply all of the general valves for three Fast Attack Craft currently being built for the Greek Navy by Elefsis Shipyards in Greece
News from Truflo International (26 October 2000)
Big Greek navy order for valve manufacturer
Truflo Marine Valves FCX has been selected by Vosper Thornycroft to supply all of the general valves for three Fast Attack Craft currently being built for the Greek Navy by Elefsis Shipyards in Greece
News from Truflo Marine (26 October 2000)
The rapid prototyping and toolmaking link
Following design and rapid prototyping, tool making is a third element that needs equally careful consideration if the goal of faster product development is to be achieved
News from GTMA (26 October 2000)
GTMA at EuroMold 2000
Following a successful DTI/GTMA trade mission to EuroMold '99, the GTMA is to lead an Export Trade Fair visit to the Frankfurt-based event later this year.
News from GTMA (26 October 2000)
GTMA arbitration - a solution for payment disputes
Any GTMA member, as principles of membership, signs up to arbitration, the benefits of which allow companies to defer going to court over a payment or technical issues
News from GTMA (26 October 2000)
More free cameras from Marcrist
Anyone thinking of buying diamond blades, cores or dust extraction equipment this month is in for a treat - Marcrist is giving away free Kodak cameras with specially selected products.
News from Marcrist International (26 October 2000)
Camera promotion for abrasive disc distributors
Marcrist is giving away free Kodak cameras to distributors ordering special promotional packs of its highly-acclaimed Powermarc abrasive discs, and a selection of other popular power tool accessories
News from Marcrist International (26 October 2000)
Affordable DRO with impressive features
A new Digital Readout system for lathes and electro-discharge machines enables any number of holes between two and 360 to be programmed with full angular offset automatically positioning the workpiece Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (26 October 2000)
User-friendly adhesives offer wide applicability
Bondmaster has two new highly flexible adhesives based on a hybrid technology that offers excellent adhesion to a wide range of surfaces combined with unparalleled flexibility
News from Bondmaster (26 October 2000)
Pull-down arm for CNC lathe tool setting
Renishaw introduces a lathe tool setting system with a unique precision pull-down arm, building upon its reputation as the supplier of market leading repeatable tool setting arms Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (26 October 2000)
Digitising software gets optional surfacing module
The latest version of Tracecut, Renishaw's market leading digitising software, features a new surfacing module which will create true CAD surfaces suitable for export to any CAD system Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (26 October 2000)
Smaller anti backlash gears for precision devices
Development engineers at Reliance saw a need for smaller anti backlash gears to be used with the latest miniature angular feedback devices and developed the range accordingly
News from Reliance Precision Mechatronics (26 October 2000)
New linear components from Reliance Gear
Reliance Gear Co of Huddersfield have expanded their range of standard linear components to include linear bearings, hollow shafting and linear bearing housings which are new to the UK.
News from Reliance Precision Mechatronics (26 October 2000)
Value of BGA membership being realised
More companies are recognising the value of joining the British Gear Association (BGA), and a successful ongoing recruitment campaign resulted in the BGA welcoming six new members in July.
News from British Mechanical Power Transmission Association (25 October 2000)
Hydraulic product selection CD available
An interactive CD-ROM is now available from Busak+Shamban enabling engineers and specifiers of hydraulic equipment to determine the most appropriate sealing solutions for their requirements
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (25 October 2000)
Performance spectroradiometric system is economic
Jobin Yvon is pleased to introduce the SpectRad Gemini - a dedicated, fully integrated, spectroradiometric system offering high performance at an economical price.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (25 October 2000)
Lightest seat belt tension force loadcell around
The F305 is a high performance loadcell for measuring seat belt tension forces, and with a mass (without cable) of 50g it is the lightest loadcell of its kind on the market.
News from Novatech Measurements (25 October 2000)
Direct measurement of X, Y, Z force components
The F307 loadcell provides a bi-directional direct measurement of the X, Y, and Z components resulting from a force vector; each output is pure and requires no mathematical manipulation.
News from Novatech Measurements (25 October 2000)
New hydraulic piston pumps pack the functions in
The new SH5V axial piston pump from Samhydraulik offers load sensing, continuous power and pressure cut-off functions in one, easy-to-install unit.
News from Samhydraulik UK (25 October 2000)
Applying Protection Solutions seminar in December
Following the success of February's seminar and social evening held at the IEE in Savoy Place, London, Terasaki and Arcontrol are holding a follow up event, with a seasonal theme on 1 Dec 2000.
News from Terasaki (Europe) (25 October 2000)
Radar-based level gauging improves on ultrasonics
User Application Article To prevent ecological problems and to have automatic control of the process, GDF in the Czech Republic has chosen radar-based level gauging, supplied by Saab Tank Control
News from Emerson Process Management (25 October 2000)
The Planar Drive: a new concept in linear drives
ACP and D have recently launched the Cobra range of linear stepping motors which incorporate pneumatics and does away with the need for belts, screws or linear bearings.
News from ACPandD (24 October 2000)
Linear transducers now have integrated Profibus-DP
Micropulse magnetostrictive linear transducers from Balluff-MultiSwitch are now available with integrated Profibus-DP, and automatic baud rate detection by the transducer assures trouble-free startup
News from Balluff UK (24 October 2000)
Ultrasonics protect products in conveyor system
User Application Article The Microsonic MIC range of ultrasonic sensors have been used by Ace Assembly Systems to solve the problem of product damage when transferring from their Platen System conveyor to packing cases
News from Balluff UK (24 October 2000)
Ultrasonic sensor addition for Balluff-MultiSwitch
Balluff-MultiSwitch are pleased to announce the acquisition of the exclusive UK agency for the innovative and competitively priced Microsonic range of ultrasonic sensors
News from Balluff UK (24 October 2000)
New Position, Safety and Footswitch catalogue
Balluff-MultiSwitch has one of the most comprehensive ranges of position, safety and footswitches in the UK, and its new catalogue illustrates further expansions to this range
News from Balluff UK (24 October 2000)
7-pole versions added to sealed connectors
Bulgin have now extended their 900 series Buccaneer range of heavy duty IP68 sealed connectors to include a 7 pole version for all body styles. Brochure Available
News from Bulgin Components (24 October 2000)
Fasteners supplied for Kanban and Linefeed systems
The growth of production management systems has led to specialist logistics management by specialist threaded fastener suppliers Challenge, including the availability of Kanban and Linefeed
News from Challenge (Europe) (24 October 2000)
See DeviceNet in action for yourself
Any end user, OEM or systems integrator can now see DeviceNet in action for themselves by visiting the DeviceNet Demonstration Cell at the University of Warwick's International Manufacturing Centre
News from Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (24 October 2000)
180deg hinge designed for large custom cabinets
An addition to the Emka 1056 programme of hinges is an externally mounted 180deg opening item specifically designed for the "prominent" or "dished" door configurations used on large custom cabinets. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (24 October 2000)
Big opportunities looming for plastic pipes
New product advances are providing plastic pipe manufacturers with clear-cut opportunities to eat into the market share of traditional pipe materials, according to a new study by Frost and Sullivan
News from Frost and Sullivan (24 October 2000)
Cleaning/drying solvents ideal CFC replacements
Industrial Silicones and Lubricants has enhanced its comprehensive portfolio with a new range of zero ozone depleting potential (ODP) cleaning and drying solvents from DuPont
News from Greeff (24 October 2000)
World survey reports boom in robot investment
By 2003 there will be nearly 900,000 multi-purpose robots in use worldwide compared with 750,000 today, according to a new survey, "World Robotics 2000"
News from International Federation Of Robotics (24 October 2000)
Versatile small PLCs cover 4 to 80 I/O range
The latest G7 Programmable Logic Controllers from IMO Precision Controls boasts between 6 and 36 DC24V input points and between 4 and 24 relay output points expandable to 80 I/0
News from IMO Precision Controls (24 October 2000)
Cleaning/drying solvents ideal CFC replacements
Industrial Silicones and Lubricants has enhanced its comprehensive portfolio with a new range of zero ozone depleting potential (ODP) cleaning and drying solvents from DuPont
News from industria (24 October 2000)
Push-in fittings in unique cartridge format
Meeting the need for continuous and rapid assembly of pneumatic components, Legris is launching a range of its LF3000 push-in fittings for compressed air in a unique cartridge format.
News from Legris (24 October 2000)
Servo-inverters keep big name robots moving
User Application Article Market leading Kuka Roboter GmbH of Ausberg, Germany is the world's third largest maker of industrial robots, and it relies heavily on Lenze manufactured drives Brochure Available
News from Lenze (24 October 2000)
NCMT's open house to demonstrate new machine tools
Machine tool company NCMT will hold an open house exhibition at its Midlands Technical Centre, Middlemarch Business Park, Siskin Drive, Coventry from 5th to 7th December 2000. Brochure Available
News from NCMT (24 October 2000)
Motor combines closed-loop and stepper advantages
Oriental Motor's new, high-response AlphaStep speed control motor combines the benefits of selective closed-loop control with a stepping motor to give unrivalled synchro accuracy
News from Oriental Motor (24 October 2000)
Powerful PowerPC CPU in small form factor board
PEP Modular Computers has launched a 3U CompactPCI PowerPC CPU that utilises Motorola's latest "Kahlua" MPC8240 processor and provides a high computing performance to power dissipation ratio
News from PEP Modular Computers (24 October 2000)
Autobiography highlights career of safety guru
Trevor Kletz is an outstanding communicator on safety in the process industries, and now his autobiography, By Accident, tells for the first time how he got where he is today
News from PVA (24 October 2000)
Easy payment for low cost machinery items
Unusual within the machine tool industry is the announcement by Rivers Machinery that it now takes credit cards for the purchase of low cost items such as saw blades, spares and service visits
News from Kasto (24 October 2000)
Bema appoints Rivers Machinery as UK agent
The Italian company BEMA, which manufactures equipment for processing tubes up to 130 mm diameter, has appointed Rivers Machinery as its UK agent.
News from Kasto (24 October 2000)
Control system revolutionised beer deliveries
User Application Article A control system from Softing, 4Control, has revolutionized beer deliveries from the Bavaria Brewery in Holland, by providing automated tanker loading, error-free routing for drivers and more
News from Softing (24 October 2000)
Radical new Windows NT-based PC control package
4Control is a Web-aware, Windows NT-based PC control package that provides Configuration, Control, Console and Connectivity functionality for applications in process, factory and building automation.
News from Softing (24 October 2000)
Tiny inductive sensor in microswitch style housing
Turck Banner introduces the Q10S, a tiny inductive sensor in a micro- switch style housing that is perfect for valve positioning control and other proximity switching applications.
News from Turck Banner (24 October 2000)
Nerw Automation Products man for Turck Banner
User Application Article With the ever-increasing importance of the chemical, processing and oil and gas industries to its business, Turck Banner has appointed Brian Jones as Divisional Manager for Automation Products
News from Turck Banner (24 October 2000)
Can-on-board solder migration problems solved
Tecan Components has solved a range of problems associated with automated soldering of RFI screening cans/fences onto PCBs with the introduction of the 'Plimsoll line and lattice bridging stencils'.
News from Tecan (24 October 2000)
Software enhances paperless recorders
A range of Windows-based application software packages that enhance the versatility and ease of use of the Daqstation DX100/DX200 range of paperless recorders has been introduced by Yokogawa UK Ltd.
News from Yokogawa UK (24 October 2000)
Baldor opens motion control centre of excellence
Baldor has opened the company's new global centre for motion control in Bristol, including a state-of-the-art engineering lab and assembly line for precision motion control and servo motor electronics Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (23 October 2000)
Loop-powered rate totalisers for hazardous areas
Beka associates have introduced a totally new range of loop-powered rate totalisers which may be connected in series with any 4-20mA flow meter to simultaneously display flow rate and total flow Brochure Available
News from Beka associates (23 October 2000)
Steel and aluminium components for machine safety
Bett Sistemi, based in Italy, is achieving some success in the design and production of stainless steel and aluminium components and structures for accident prevention
News from Bett Sistemi (23 October 2000)
Wider range of components for aluminium structures
Bett Sistemi now has three lines: B-Flex components to make aluminium structures for conveyors; Robomec for industrial automation; and Roboframe for safety guards
News from Bett Sistemi (23 October 2000)
Linear guides fit into modular component system
Robolinear guides range from single to double guides, from aluminium and steel trolleys to linear and cross-type, motor-driven guides
News from Bett Sistemi (23 October 2000)
IR temperature sensor mounts just where you want
One of the most striking things about the new Convir IL Series infra-red temperature sensor is its small size.
News from Calex Electronics (23 October 2000)
Machine vision seminars
Latest breakthroughs in low-cost sensor technologies for high-end machine vision systems are the subject of free seminars being organised by Cognex. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (23 October 2000)
Vision sensor now reads 1D barcode/2D data matrix
Cognex has announced that it has added high speed part identification software tools to In-Sight 2000 - the company's award-winning low-cost, standalone vision sensor Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (23 October 2000)
Fibre optics put drives in control at paper mill
User Application Article East Lancs Paper Mill has reported a significant increase in production speed, following an upgrade project which saw the implementation of a Eurotherm Drives fibre optic LINK-based drive system
News from Parker Hannifin - SSD (23 October 2000)
Lektro power tools: exceptional value for money
Available from Farnell's Select magazine is the cost effective Lektro range of dependable and durable power tools from world-class manufacturer CK.
News from Farnell (23 October 2000)
New connectors for rapid termination system
New Pg-9 panel feedthroughs and M8 and M12 sensor connectors have been added to the Harax rapid termination system, which combines the advantages of connectors and conventional cable glands
News from Harting (23 October 2000)
MCE launches solution to ASIC and IC obsolescence
MCE has launched a specialist service offering a variety of solutions to the replacement of obsolete ASICs which can obviate the need for circuit re-design and re-qualification.
News from MCE Newmarket (23 October 2000)
Load cells monitor major aircraft refurbishment
User Application Article When Marshall of Cambridge Aerospace wanted to install a cargo door in an aircraft, the company used load cells from Nobel Systems to ensure that the fuselage did not distort during cutting Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel (23 October 2000)
Smart pressure/level transmitter shows temperature
Nobel Systems announces a Smart all-stainless hygienic pressure transmitter designed for pressure and level measurements in the food, beverage, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel (23 October 2000)
Wide adjustability from latest bandclamp
Protex Fasteners has announced its latest Protex Bandclamp - model 27SPG-HT, comprising a Protex overcentre fastener with prominent double coil spring claw on a worm-drive adjustable band
News from Protex Fasteners (23 October 2000)
Valve repair agreement awarded by Shell Expro
Severn Unival has been awarded a landmark partnership agreement by Shell Expro for the aftermarket repair and management of selected choke valves throughout the North Sea Brent Field.
News from Severn Glocon (23 October 2000)
Low-cost 8-channel vibration/temperature monitor
The new Plantscan MC9601 is a multichannel on-line plant condition monitor of vibration and temperature levels, providing multi-point surveillance and real time protection of rotating machines Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (23 October 2000)
Accelerometers less affected by temperature
New from Sensonics is the PZS4 series of accelerometers offering a wide frequency response especially for use in multi-point, harsh environment, industrial vibration monitoring applications Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (23 October 2000)
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