News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 26 November
to Saturday 2 December 2000
Feed-rate optimisation cuts machining times
Delcam is to introduce a feed-rate optimisation module for its PowerMILL machining software, the leading international NC system for tooling manufacture. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 1 December 2000)
Fully integrated LCD touchmonitors launched
Elo TouchSystems, the global leader in touch technology and a unit of Tyco Electronics Corporation, has launched in the UK its new "Entuitie" 1525L Desktop touchmonitor.
News from Elo Touchsystems ( 1 December 2000)
Farris valves from Fisher-Rosemount
Fisher-Rosemount and Farris Engineering have confirmed their European sales and distribution agreement, following the acquisition of Farris by Curtiss-Wright Flow Corporation.
News from Emerson Process Management - Fisher Valves ( 1 December 2000)
Self-powered temperature control valves
Fisher Controls announces a range of self-acting temperature control valves suitable for the control of steam, water, or air.
News from Emerson Process Management - Fisher Valves ( 1 December 2000)
Service provides wider range of control valves
Fisher FAST is a European service that provides a wide range of standard Fisher products and authentic replacement parts.
News from Emerson Process Management - Fisher Valves ( 1 December 2000)
Digital technology featured in transmitter range
Digital technology is fast becoming the accepted method of process communication to open systems in today's industrial world.
News from Emerson Process Management - Flow Division ( 1 December 2000)
Process software has advanced control applications
Fisher-Rosemount announces the DeltaV version 5.3 release, increasing system capacity to 30,000 I/O.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry ( 1 December 2000)
Latex Plant uses DeltaV batch control
User Application Article Fisher-Rosemount has recently won a major contract for the instrumentation and design of PlantWeb field-based architecture to automate a batch process for a new Synthomer synthetic latex.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry ( 1 December 2000)
Release 5.0 of AMS software
Fisher-Rosemount has announced immediate availability of the 5.0 release of Asset Management Solutions (AMS) software.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry ( 1 December 2000)
Fast and special flowmeters
When Flotech Solutions introduced a 10-day delivery pledge for standard models, some customers decided on further challenges.
News from Flotech Solutions ( 1 December 2000)
ISO 9001 quality certification at Giuliani
One of the main goals of a machine tools manufacturing company is certainly to pursue improvement in product quality.
News from Giuliani Division, Igmi SpA ( 1 December 2000)
No more trouble with bar feeders
User Application Article With the IEMCA PRA 40, enough material can be loaded at Har Technologies to allow 24 hours of continuous and unattended operation of Tornos Bechler multi-spindles without bar loading.
News from Iemca Division, Igmi SpA ( 1 December 2000)
WIN IMAGE software for Windows
Jobin Yvon's IMAGE software has now been improved into a Windows version, with enhancements to aid simplicity and provide extra flexibility.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon ( 1 December 2000)
Plant agronomy series detectors for radiometers
Optronic Laboratories are now offering plant agronomy detectors to use with their well established OL730C and OL730CV Radiometer/Photometers.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon ( 1 December 2000)
World Series of Sounders and strobes
KAC will be introducing a comprehensive range of audible-visual products into its product portfolio with effect from January 2001.
News from KAC Alarm Company ( 1 December 2000)
Lanner Group expands Pan-American organisation
Lanner Group has announced the expansion of its organisation in North and South America.
News from Lanner Group ( 1 December 2000)
UK-built bespoke linear module systems
Now Star Linear Modules are available as complete ready to mount systems with all mechanical and electrical connections provided.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly ( 1 December 2000)
New compact encoder from Majestic Controls
Majestic Controls has added a new compact encoder to its extensive range of absolute and incremental encoders part number ENI 38L.
News from Majestic Controls ( 1 December 2000)
Web tension measurement module with low profile
The HTK web tension measurement module from Nobel Systems is designed to measure vertical forces in either direction. Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel ( 1 December 2000)
Magnetic clutch bearings keep cars cool
NSK's new magnetic clutch bearings fulfil the demands of automotive customers for reduced weight, higher performance and easier assembly, with a new ultra-thin compact design. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK ( 1 December 2000)
Digital performance for analogue cost
Dual channel DIN rail temperature transmitter offers from Status Instruments offers digital performance for analogue cost. Brochure Available
News from Status Instruments ( 1 December 2000)
Special Cabinet Enclosure for Cranfield Aerospace
User Application Article Cranfield Aerospace is looking to SRS Products for a special cabinet enclosure.
News from SRS Products ( 1 December 2000)
PM Plastic couplings have automatic shut-off valve
A new range of durable plastic couplings with automatic shut-off valves, for leak-free disconnections, have been launched by Tom Parker of Preston.
News from Tom Parker ( 1 December 2000)
Unipower redesigns website
Unipower, the Sussex and Florida-based power supplies manufacturer, has just gone live with a new, completely redesigned website. Brochure Available
News from Unipower Europe ( 1 December 2000)
Hands-free omnidirectional bar code scanner
Whilst the cost of the new Mini-X Dual VV may be similar to many, the capability of this new bar code scanner from Accu-Sort includes patented DRX decoding technology.
News from Accu-Sort Europe (30 November 2000)
CCD with no price premium against the laser
CCD camera technology is proving increasingly viable for companies wishing to invest in high performance bar code reading for 1D and 2D symbologies.
News from Accu-Sort Europe (30 November 2000)
Flowmeter system measures 10 cu.m per second!
User Application Article The volumetric flowmeter Channelmag designed to measure flow in open channels and half-filled pipes has been specified by Saur UK Ltd for the new Glasgow West Sewage Treatment Plant.
News from Arkon Flow Systems (30 November 2000)
Companies combine to improve leak detection
User Application Article Cooperation between two leak tester manufacturers has resulted in a new product that outperforms traditional designs.
News from Detectaids @ Allied Aerosystems (30 November 2000)
New software improves digital level capability
The Masoneilan 12300 Digital Level Transmitter (DLT), from Dresser Valve Division, is now available with new LevelVue software which allows it to communicate remotely to a laptop computer.
News from Dresser Flow Control (30 November 2000)
Linear motion components for high speed
Gudel's medium duty rollers and guide rails offer 'fit and forget' linear motion systems
News from Gudel UK (30 November 2000)
ITI lens support to FIPER program
ITI has been selected to provide technical expertise and support for the FIPER (Federated Intelligent Product EnviRonment) Program.
News from ITI (30 November 2000)
Phasa stakes a claim for increased export business
Phasa Developments is aiming to boost overseas sales of its advanced plastic assembly technology by the appointment of Peak Innovation GmbH to handle sales and support for its products in Europe.
News from Phasa Developments (30 November 2000)
Reliability and maintenance training online
Reliabilityweb.com has launched a new service to provide online training for Industrial Plant Reliability and Maintenance.
News from Reliabilityweb.com (30 November 2000)
Flying start for CAD/CAM careers
User Application Article Unimatic's Isel 3-4 axis machining centre, used throughout industry for tasks such as rapid prototyping, but has been repackaged for the special requirements of schools, colleges and training centres. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (30 November 2000)
Power meter offers dedicated motor measurements
The PZ4000 digital power meter from Yokogawa is now available with a plug-in module specifically designed to test the efficiency of electric motors.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (30 November 2000)
New sine filter for low voltage drives
Further adaptability for the ABB low voltage drive range is offered by the introduction of a new range of output sine filters.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (29 November 2000)
Stainless pressure sensor, amplified or not
The P600 series of pressure sensors from Applied Measurements has been engineered for the measurement of liquid and gas pressures in a diverse range of industrial and specialised applications. Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (29 November 2000)
Robust depth sensor can be used to 100 metres
Applied Measurements' P9911 series submersible depth sensor is available in ranges from 2 to 100 metres water gauge and provides an industry standard 4-20mA output. Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (29 November 2000)
Baldor opens new Italian office
The motion control supplier Baldor has relocated its Italian support centre to Guanzate in Lombardy. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (29 November 2000)
Power management for large commercial building
User Application Article Cutler-Hammer is to provide power management for London's largest commercial office building.
News from Cutler-Hammer (29 November 2000)
IEMCA is Japan's choice for lathes
Everyone knows how difficult it is for producers from Italy, and from Europe in general, to sell in Japan. Yet Iemca has managed it with lathes.
News from Iemca Division, Igmi SpA (29 November 2000)
New sales manager for North Downs Instruments
North Downs Instrument Company announces the appointment of Dave Preston as Sales Manager.
News from North Downs Instruments (29 November 2000)
Aerotech sustains continued strong growth
Aerotech has enjoyed continued expansion for many years, and is one of the world's foremost designers and manufacturers of high performance servomotors.... Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (28 November 2000)
BGA web site downloads at record level
Web site activity has more than doubled in the last 12 months for the British Gear Association who are having record downloads.
News from British Mechanical Power Transmission Association (28 November 2000)
Low cost, OEM machine control package
Eurotherm Drives has developed a high performance yet cost-effective machine control package.
News from Parker Hannifin - SSD (28 November 2000)
New Swiss machine for bar feeding
LNS, the Swiss bar feeder manufacturer, has developed yet another innovative machine for the lathe industry. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (28 November 2000)
Operator station features graphical interface
GE Fanuc introduces a new, more powerful operator control station that now features a graphical operator interface. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (28 November 2000)
Wire bending power depends on Wafios machine
Technical Background Article Knowing that an investment of around £190,000 is required, it is hardly surprising that few wire bending specialists in Europe are equipped with machines as powerful as the Wafios BMS4.
News from Hughes (28 November 2000)
Advanced robotic equipment for component handling
Flexible robotic handling systems combine Japanese and US expertise - Motoman has teamed up in the UK with design house and systems integrator, BTM.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (28 November 2000)
Colour discriminating sensor offers analog output
Omron has introduced an analogue output version of its E3MC RGB colour sensor. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (28 November 2000)
Automation: the impact of e-business
There is a gap between the efficient automation systems on the factory floor and the equally efficient ERP and other IT systems at the corporate level, which Rockwell Automation aims to fill.
News from Rockwell Automation (28 November 2000)
SKF Copperhead keeps vibrating screens shaking
The new SKF Copperhead system solution for vibrating screens is a fault detection and bearing system for vibrating screens in the mining, quarrying and construction sector. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (28 November 2000)
Toolbox/SE added to Solidworks after acquisition
SolidWorks Corporation has acquired privately-held Cimlogic, a developer of design and drafting annotation tools for the mechanical and electrical CAD markets
News from SolidWorks Corporation (28 November 2000)
Power supply with cellular architecture
PowerCassette is a new configurable AC to DC power supply concept from Unipower which uses a unique cellular (rather than modular) architecture. Brochure Available
News from Unipower Europe (28 November 2000)
Heart surgery under the microscope
Technical Background Article Vision Engineering's Lynx eyepieceless stereo microscope is aiding a number of global stent manufacturers to provide highly sophisticated products to make angioplasty heart surgery safer. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (28 November 2000)
Yokogawa instruments meet new Fieldbus standard
Yokogawa instruments claim to be the first to meet a new Fieldbus interoperability standard.
News from Yokogawa UK (28 November 2000)
Seals range fills all the gaps
Blue Diamond, specialists in the design and supply of oil seals, holds a vast stock which includes specials. Brochure Available
News from Blue Diamond Technologies (27 November 2000)
Seal designs CNC machined on site
BSL's new seal production service is a service for engineers who require seals and maintenance men who have a breakdown and require replacement seals in a hurry.
News from Brammer UK (27 November 2000)
Vision Systems keep LCD evolution in check
Technical Background Article The increased use of electronics products such as mobile phones and pagers has lead to an evolution in LCD and LED displays. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (27 November 2000)
Focusing on the growing fibre optic industry
Cognex has formed a new engineering team to develop machine vision solutions specifically for the fibre optic industry. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (27 November 2000)
New motor and fan design set performance standards
New from Fan Technology are the ETRI 352D and 354D, two new series of high capacity, DC axial equipment fans that use a newly designed drive motor.
News from Fan Technology (27 November 2000)
IP54 small plastic enclosures with flanged lids
The 1591 range of small plastic enclosures from Hammond Electronics is now available with flanged lids.
News from Hammond Electronics (27 November 2000)
Melt pressure sensors aimed at extrusion process
The Kistler melt pressure sensors, types 4086/87A and 4096/97A, are designed for measuring pressure in the extrusion process.
News from Kistler Instruments (27 November 2000)
Proportional hydraulic control on tube former
User Application Article Rexroth proportional hydraulic control features on the latest Eagle Precision Technologies' tube endforming machine.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics (27 November 2000)
Precision components can be positioned at low cost
The ER series of rodless linear actuators introduced by Micromech achieves accurate step and repeat positioning for small to medium sized components.
News from Micromech (27 November 2000)
Nematron and Optimation Technology to merge
Nematron Corporation,a leading producer of PC-based industrial control solutions, and Optimation Technology have signed a merger agreement.
News from Nematron Europe (27 November 2000)
Special and bespoke motors in low volumes
Parvalux' motors sell in hundreds rather than hundreds of thousands because of the bespoke nature of the product. Brochure Available
News from Parvalux Electric Motors (27 November 2000)
Low power CompactPCI with 850MHz Pentium III power
With the new compact CP603 board, PEP Modular Computers is setting a new milestone in the performance of CompactPCI CPUs.
News from PEP Modular Computers (27 November 2000)
2nd generation CompactPCI and VME 64 lever handles
Second generation CompactPCI and VME 64 lever handles Rittal's new type IVx handle are for use with CompactPCI and VME64 extension subrack systems Brochure Available
News from Rittal (27 November 2000)
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