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Sunday 4 March
to Saturday 10 March 2001

GUI with right-click functionality

Algor introduces industry first graphical user interface with right-click functionality across entire software line.

News from Algor ( 9 March 2001)

Barksdale Control Products opens new office

Barksdale Control Products, the German and US based manufacturer of pressure, level, flow and temperature sensors, has set up a new wholly owned operating division in the UK  Brochure Available 

News from Barksdale Control Products ( 9 March 2001)

Punch aids growth for West Midlands fabricator

 User Application Article  Licom's Advanced Punch aids growth for West Midlands fabricator Tanmill Fabrications.  Brochure Available 

News from Alphacam ( 9 March 2001)

Morgan Receives Contract for Steel Mill Upgrade

Morgan Construction Company has received an order from China Steel Corporation of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, for a major upgrade to its rod outlet of a combination rod and bar mill.

News from Morgan Construction Company ( 9 March 2001)

Low-profile position sensor/potentiometer

Piher has introduced a resistive sensor that is ideal for a wide range of position sensing and control functions in automotive, industrial and consumer applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Piher International ( 9 March 2001)

Ricardo forms driveline and transmission division

To meet changing client and motor industry demands and sustain its double digit growth Ricardo has announced the formation of a new division, Ricardo Driveline and Transmission Systems (RDTS).

News from Ricardo ( 9 March 2001)

Encoder systems aid laser drillers

 User Application Article  Renishaw encoder systems enable compact Exitech laser drillers to position within microns  Brochure Available 

News from Renishaw ( 9 March 2001)

New Year Honour for David McMurtry

In the New Year's Honours List for 2001, David McMurtry, Chairman and Chief Executive, Renishaw plc has been appointed a Knight Bachelor, "for Services to Design and  Brochure Available 

News from Renishaw ( 9 March 2001)

Side load adaptor extends life of shock absorber

Operating at high side load impact angles can reduce the life of industrial shock absorbers. To solve this problem Ace Controls International has introduced an optional BV side load adaptor.

News from Ace Controls International ( 8 March 2001)

AC Tech appoints new distributor

AC Technology has teamed up with HVAC specialist, Heat and Combustion Supplies to increase market penetration and establish the second UK distribution channel for its range of inverters the  Brochure Available 

News from Lenze-ACTech ( 8 March 2001)

Tight grip for milling inserts

Advanced Carbide Tooling is offering users of Metal Masters face milling cutters free-of-charge a new type of insert clamping screw and T-bar driver for securing the patented Frustum inserts.

News from Advanced Carbide Tooling ( 8 March 2001)

Conductive coatings for EMI/RFI shielding

 Technical Background Article  Growth in the market for electronic equipment in both industry and the domestic sphere has brought unusual prominence to the problem of electromagnetic shielding.

News from Applied Coating Technologies ( 8 March 2001)

Training offer for young people

BSL is offering a salary and regional support for young people across the UK in open training offer.

News from Brammer UK ( 8 March 2001)

LCD display panel operates over wide temperature

The Maximiser2 is an LCD module with a top-of-the line specification that includes operation over a wide temperature range.  Brochure Available 

News from Densitron Display Solutions ( 8 March 2001)

Sealed keyboard is vandal-proof

Diamond Electronics has introduced the Baran KB5000 keyboard, for use in applications that demand reliable data entry under the harshest of environmental conditions.

News from Diamond Electronics ( 8 March 2001)

New Series 71 Snap-Action Switches from EAO

Switch manufacturer, EAO Ltd has inttroduced the latest in easy-installation pushbutton technology with its new range of Series 71 snap-action switches.  Brochure Available 

News from EAO ( 8 March 2001)

EAO offers high torque steppers from Sanyo Denki

Specialist distributor EAO Ltd, has launched the new size 17 Sanyo Denki stepper motor.  Brochure Available 

News from EAO ( 8 March 2001)

New generation of Grayhill optical encoders

EAO, switches manufacturer and exclusive UK Grayhill distributor, has introduced the new range of quality Grayhill optical encoders.  Brochure Available 

News from EAO ( 8 March 2001)

High Performance Grayhill Rotary Switches

EAO, distributor for Grayhill products in the UK, offers the high performance Series 71 rotary switches in three shaft styles.  Brochure Available 

News from EAO ( 8 March 2001)

Small safety interlock switch for machine builders

The global demand by machine builders for miniaturisation of safety equipment is being met, and exceeded, by Guardmaster's new Elf, the smallest safety interlock switch of its type currently available

News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) ( 8 March 2001)

Guyson introduces new blast machine

Guyson International has introduced its Model RSSA-8 rotary automatic blast machine, the first in a series with a multiple-axis PC based motion controller.  Brochure Available 

News from Guyson International ( 8 March 2001)

Microfinishing system for the tool manufacturer

The development of the new Guyson Microfinishing system has been targeted at lowering manufacturing costs for the Tool manufacturer.  Brochure Available 

News from Guyson International ( 8 March 2001)

Higher impact orbital power washing

An increase of up to 40% in spraying power has improved the cleaning performance and reduced the processing times that can be achieved by the latest Orbit range of aqueous washers.  Brochure Available 

News from Guyson International ( 8 March 2001)

Hyprotech and Fisher-Rosemount form alliance

Hyprotech and Fisher-Rosemount form alliance to deliver integrated process control solutions

News from Aspen Technology ( 8 March 2001)

Potting electical components - how it's done

A potting operation is smooth and predictable, allowing a single operator to produce four 80-pin power train connectors every 20 seconds

News from Integrated Dispensing Systems ( 8 March 2001)

Variable-output frequency converters redesigned

Magnus Power has launched the redesigned LP series of frequency converters, at an amazingly cost-effective rate.

News from Magnus Power ( 8 March 2001)

Kynar helps level switch resist corrosive media

A compact, ultrasonic, two-wire level switch which can detect high or low level, across a wide range of corrosive media, is the latest addition to the products offered by Magnetrol International.  Brochure Available 

News from Magnetrol International ( 8 March 2001)

Processability data at real processing rates

Magna's capillary extrusion rheometers generate processability data at real processing rates.

News from Magna Projects and Instruments ( 8 March 2001)

Behavioral Optimizer for mechanical calculations

Mechsoft.com releases new technology at NDES - new Behavioral Optimizer product to optimize mechanical calculations while preserving the engineer's design intent.

News from MechSoft.com ( 8 March 2001)

Connectors for miniature digital data storage

New connectors from Molex for use with SD memory cards - the latest evolution in miniature digital data storage

News from Molex UK ( 8 March 2001)

MIG, MAG and flux-cored wire to the fore

To assist users in the selection of the correct arc welding equipment, Murex Welding Products has published a comprehensive new guide.  Brochure Available 

News from Murex Welding Products ( 8 March 2001)

NES tops 500 technical/engineering vacancies

In the week ending 4th March 2001 - NES ONLINE experienced a record number of visitors to the web site.

News from NES Group ( 8 March 2001)

OKW launches UK website for Rolec Enclosures

German manufacturer, ROLEC Gehdusesysteme GmbH. has appointed OKW Enclosures Ltd. as its official UK representative.

News from OKW Enclosures ( 8 March 2001)

Tune into style with the new Com-Knobs

OKW has introduced a new family of ergonomic tuning knobs known as the Com-Knobs series.

News from OKW Enclosures ( 8 March 2001)

New Size for Popular Datec Series enclosure

OKW introduces the Datec-Control XS, the fourth, and smallest size, in this popular series of hand-held enclosures.

News from OKW Enclosures ( 8 March 2001)

New Desk Case System from OKW

OKW has launched its new Comtec enclosures for desktop or wall mounted electronics.

News from OKW Enclosures ( 8 March 2001)

Pacscom launches low cost paging text receiver

The CSP adds the features of a Pocsag Text Receiver to the range allowing text messages to be sent to remote locations and output as RS232 data.

News from Pacscom ( 8 March 2001)

50% More Power and Even More Control

Premotec has expanded its brushless DC motor family with the introduction of the new 12-watt BL48, 4-wire version.

News from Premotec ( 8 March 2001)

Watts Geared for You

The Premotec CL40 coreless motor family is now available in three power ratings - 3Watts, 7Watts and 12Watts.

News from Premotec ( 8 March 2001)

PCs with an LCD display

QCL has launched a new range of complete PCs, the 1000 series.

News from QCL Group ( 8 March 2001)

Cost Effective and Efficient Sludge Cake Pump

Moving increasingly dry dewatered, sewage sludge cake efficiently and cost-effectively is a problem for many sewage treatment works.

News from Robbins and Myers ( 8 March 2001)

World's smallest cable position transducer

Adding to its line of miniature and sub-miniature cable position transducers, SpaceAge Control, is now shipping the Series 150, the smallest cable position transducer available in the world.

News from SpaceAge Control ( 8 March 2001)

DC drive configuration made simple

Sprint Electric introduces a Microsoft Windows-based graphical configuration and diagnostic software package to aid DC drive commissioning.

News from Sprint Electric ( 8 March 2001)

Texcel alarms BT Cellnet

Texcel has supplied BT Cellnet with a remote facilities alarm monitoring and management system.

News from Texcel Technology ( 8 March 2001)

Flow control valve features innovative plug design

Invensys Flow Control has overcome the problem of high maintenance costs associated with many rotary control valves with the launch of the Worcester C-Flow eccentric plug control valve.

News from Flowserve ( 8 March 2001)

Drives and motion control liaison

Two of the world's most advanced drives products have come together to create a powerful integrated drive and motion control system.

News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 7 March 2001)

Interface for cable harness radiation calculations

Advanced EMC Solutions is proud to announce the release of a 'combined' radiation calculation solution for cable harness systems.

News from Advanced EMC Solutions ( 7 March 2001)

High speed machining centre for valve maker

 User Application Article  The capabilities of Chiron vertical machining centre technology are playing a key role in the worldwide success of a valve made by Maxam Pneumatics of Cornwall.

News from Chiron Werke UK ( 7 March 2001)

Ethernet LAN switches for harsh environments

When Ethernet LAN switches need to move out of friendly offices and into harsh environments with inhospitable high / low temperatures, the Magnum P62F Ethernet Switch comes to the rescue.

News from GarrettCom Europe ( 7 March 2001)

Working magnesium with Giuliani machines

Giuliani transfer machines used in automobile processing steering wheel assemblies operate with emulsifiable liquid and are equipped with special aspirators

News from Giuliani Division, Igmi SpA ( 7 March 2001)

Heidenhain controls for turbine blade EDM

 User Application Article  Heidenhain's TNC 416 contouring control system and linear and rotary encoders are being used on a customised five-axis electro-discharge machine (EDM) developed by Sparcatron  Brochure Available 

News from Heidenhain (GB) ( 7 March 2001)

Facilities management and maintenance support

 User Application Article  Clerical Medical benefits from comprehensive facilities management and maintenance support from Honeywell

News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 7 March 2001)

Index chooses Iemca SIR feeder

Iemca has developed a special version of the SIR feeder for the MS32 lathe. The success of this innovation was recently confirmed by the delivery of the 100th SIR feeder.

News from Iemca Division, Igmi SpA ( 7 March 2001)

Tested and assembled motion control systems

Industrial Devices Corporation (IDC) introduces Ideal Systems - complete, pre-tested and fully assembled motion control systems.

News from Industrial Devices Corporation ( 7 March 2001)

Surface cleaner eliminates static charge

Techspray's Mat Cleaner XT from Intertronics removes insulating contaminants such as flux residues, oils, greases, nicotine, dirt, and grime from a wide variety of surfaces.

News from Intertronics ( 7 March 2001)

Accurate Monitoring of Pasteurisation Process

One simple and easy way to monitor the pasteurisation process is to use the PUM's data logger available from JDL.

News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) ( 7 March 2001)

US sales up by 60 per cent for Pathtrace

Pathtrace Systems has seen its sales rocket by 60 per cent in North America during December.

News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems ( 7 March 2001)

Barcode verifier checks print quality

This versatile barcode verifier from RJS Systems International performs ANSI print quality specifications.

News from RJS Systems International ( 7 March 2001)

Bespoke UPS and power conditioners for retailers

Advance-Galatrek has a range of bespoke power protection solutions for a variety of retail environments.

News from Riello UPS ( 7 March 2001)

Compact flow switch for low liquid flow

Scientific Technologies (STI), Automation Sensors Division, introduces the low-cost FLS Series OEM Compact Flow Switch.

News from Automation Products Group ( 7 March 2001)

Heavy-duty interlock switch for harsh environments

Scientific Technologies, (STI), introduces the new T4011 Heavy-Duty Safety Interlock Switch.

News from Automation Products Group ( 7 March 2001)

Software makes for simple configuration of subrack

Schroff, the 19-inch expert, is the first on the market to offer a software program that allows the customer to configure individual subracks, plug-in modules, sub-units and front panels.

News from Schroff UK ( 7 March 2001)

Compact new IGBT modules save space in 250V area

Toshiba Electronics Europe has expanded its Compact Standard Series of IGBT modules with the addition of three new 250V devices aimed at high-power switching and motor control applications.

News from Toshiba Electronics Europe ( 7 March 2001)

More solid carbide drills in catalogue

The new range of Novex Mini Stardrill solid carbide drills from Walter GB of Redditch promises unrivalled price-to-performance benefits across the full spectrum of materials and applications

News from Walter GB ( 7 March 2001)

Online trademark search helps machine toolmaker

RM Online's Internet-based Armadillo Trade Mark Search and Registration service has played a key role in Ward CNC's launch of a new machine tool in the UK.

News from Ward CNC Machinery ( 7 March 2001)

FPT Fenner introduces Quattro Plus CRE wedge belt

A new range of premium performance belts has been launched by industrial distributor FPT Fenner, available in all sections, including QXPC  Brochure Available 

News from Eriks UK ( 7 March 2001)

Patented connector for AC/DC stranded wire

Posi-Lock Connectors are a unique patented connector system for AC/DC stranded wire applications, requiring no expensive tools, tape or soldering

News from Angus Rock Products ( 6 March 2001)

New website for coated film manufacturer

Autotype International, the leading manufacturer of coated film products for imaging, industrial, medical, display and screen printing applications, has launched a new interactive website  Brochure Available 

News from MacDermid Autotype ( 6 March 2001)

John Crane selects versatile internet system

John Crane has selected the Bowstreet Business Web Factory to sell on the net and eventually offer lower transaction costs, improved access to engineering data and better inventory management

News from Bowstreet ( 6 March 2001)

New man spearheads move into plastics handling

Martin Lowe, previously Group Chief Engineer at Unigate Dairies, has joined FlexLink Systems, the plastic chain conveyor and automation components supplier, as Business Development Manager - PET

News from FlexLink Systems ( 6 March 2001)

Growth predicted in the power cables industry

A new study by Frost and Sullivan anticipates a strengthening of demand in the Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and contracting markets, fuelling growth in the overall power cables industry

News from Frost and Sullivan ( 6 March 2001)

Testing long term fatigue at any force

The new Ametek Lloyd Instruments Servo Dynamic series consists of compact bench top servo pneumatic systems, bench top servo hydraulic systems, and larger floor mounted servo hydraulic systems

News from Lloyd Instruments ( 6 March 2001)

New structural adhesives offer big improvements

Loctite introduces five new epoxy adhesives to its RTG structural range which are stronger, more durable, have better clarity, are easier to mix, simple to apply and produce less odour

News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives ( 6 March 2001)

Hovercraft's fasteners locked in place securely

 User Application Article  When faced with the severe thread-loosening vibration generated by the Wildcat hovercraft he was building, MJE Managing Director Mick Holdaway, remembered the power of Loctite liquid threadlockers

News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives ( 6 March 2001)

Precisely sized beads of two-component adhesives

The Program-A-Bead 692 system is a robotic-integrated system that meters, mixes and dispenses precisely sized beads of two-component adhesives or sealants

News from Integrated Dispensing Systems ( 6 March 2001)

ITI Product Data Interoperability business changes

International TechneGroup Incorporated (ITI) announces the formation of TranscenData from the company's Product Data Interoperability (PDI) business.

News from ITI ( 6 March 2001)

Adhesives for landmark UK composite bridge

 User Application Article  ITW Plexus are proud to have supplied structural adhesives for Halgavor Bridge over the A30 on Bodmin Moor, the first UK composite suspension bridge to span a main A road.

News from ITW Plexus ( 6 March 2001)

On-line extrusion measuring gauge avoids sampling

 User Application Article  Scott and Fyfe of Tayport has cut costs by fitting an on-line measuring gauge for measurement and closed-loop control of film thickness to the extrusion line

News from NDC Infrared Engineering ( 6 March 2001)

Position sensor upgrade for biscuit machinery

 User Application Article  APV Baker, the manufacturer of equipment for producing bread, biscuits, pizza, confectionery and snacks, has specified the Penny and Giles SLS190 sensor for its 560 model biscuit/cracker laminator  Brochure Available 

News from Penny + Giles ( 6 March 2001)

Gas boilers on improved delivery and availability

Potterton Commercial's atmospheric gas modular boiler range is now available exclusively through major UK merchants, supported in branch by high-impact sales literature and point-of-sale material

News from Potterton Commercial ( 6 March 2001)

Flexible silicone rubber PCB/LCD interconnectors

A range of silicone rubber interconnectors has been introduced by Silicone Fabrication Services for connecting PCBs and LCDs regardless of the number of terminals on the board

News from Silicone Fabrication Services ( 6 March 2001)

Safety network compatible with exisiting bus types

Siemens Automation and Drives recently launched its own Safety Integrated initiative, which includes everything from failsafe PLCs and I/O modules to emergency stop buttons and light curtains.

News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 6 March 2001)

Safety Integrated Systems: an overview

 Technical Background Article  Rapid development of networks used for industrial automation means that it is now possible for designers and manufacturers to integrate the necessary levels of safety into process control systems

News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 6 March 2001)

First single processor PLC to achieve SIL1-3

The new Simatic S7-400F Fail-safe PLC is the first device of its type in the world to achieve safety integrity across SIL levels 1 to 3 of the IEC 61508 standard, for a single processor

News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 6 March 2001)

Flexible silicone rubber PCB/LCD interconnectors

A range of silicone rubber interconnectors has been introduced by Silicone Fabrication Services for connecting PCBs and LCDs regardless of the number of terminals on the board

News from Silicon Sensing Systems ( 6 March 2001)

Wider range of air compressor spares

Standardair is a supplier of air compressor spares and now provides a complete range of parts for CompAir Broomwade, Hydrovane, Ingersoll-Rand, Atlas Copco, Kaeser and Ecoair

News from Standardair ( 6 March 2001)

UK subsidiary for sensor and controller company

STW (Sensor-Technik Wiedemann GmbH) has set up a wholly owned subsidiary in the UK to offer a wide range of pressure sensors and one of the world's leading ranges of CAN-bus controllers  Brochure Available 

News from Sensor-Technik UK ( 6 March 2001)

Iron core motor has benefits of an ironless design

Now available from Trident Engineering is the 9000 series iron core motor from Portescap that provides a performance close to that of an ironless motor.

News from Trident Engineering ( 6 March 2001)

Cable clamp grommets offer better strain relief

Tyco Electronics has introduced Shrinkhoop heat-shrinkable cable clamp grommets, which offer significant advantages in applying strain relief to open wire bundles and cable looms.  Brochure Available 

News from Tyco Electronics - Identification Products ( 6 March 2001)

Paste eliminates scuffs during machine bedding-in

Moly Anti-Scuff Paste is a gelled lubricating oil containing 60% Molybdenum Disulphide, forming a soft paste, together with rust and corrosion inhibitors.

News from United Oil Products ( 6 March 2001)

Digital tension control gives exceptional accuracy

Wichita Company's MCS2000 Digital Programmable Web Tension Control System provides exceptional tension control accuracy throughout the unwinding or rewinding of a reel of paper, film, foil, metal etc

News from Wichita Company ( 6 March 2001)

Affordable and versatile tension control braking

Wichita Company has introduced ModEvo, a pneumatically actuated tension control brake that is assembled from a minimal number of modules, yet suits a diversity of tensioning applications.

News from Wichita Company ( 6 March 2001)

Colfax acquires tension control systems specialist

Wichita Company has been acquired by Colfax Corporation and structured into the Colfax Power Transmission (CPT) Group, a leading power transmission supplier based in Quincy, Massachusetts.

News from Wichita Company ( 6 March 2001)

Online quoting improved to customer requests

Enhancements in online quoting technology are customer requested to make the process of getting instantaneous quotes better and more in line with the typical customer procurement process.

News from Quickparts ( 6 March 2001)

New service package for drives and PLC products

A new enhanced one-year free service package to end-users, the Alspa Care "Bronze", is announced by Alstom Power Conversion across its drives and PLC product ranges.

News from Alstom Power Conversion ( 5 March 2001)

Development Kits for Windows NT Embedded 4 and CE3

Arcom Control Systems has announced new Development Kits for Microsoft Windows NT Embedded 4.0 and Windows CE 3.0 for embedded systems designers

News from Eurotech ( 5 March 2001)

Neodymium servo motors cut cost of precision

Baldor has launched a new range of brushless servo motors for precision motion control applications, based on rare-earth neodymium iron boron magnets, which delivers a useful saving  Brochure Available 

News from Baldor UK ( 5 March 2001)

Code of practice for using mixing valves on way

The Thermostatic Mixing Valves Association is launching a safety in the home campaign to reduce the incidence of burns and scalds, and will also be issuing a code of practice for using mixing valves

News from BEAMA ( 5 March 2001)

Electronic loads offer high current capability

The Dynaload RBL Series of single-channel electronic loads offer an exceptionally high current rating of 1000A, and are ideal for the testing of large batteries and other DC power equipment.

News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 5 March 2001)

Big switchboard order from new electricity firm

 User Application Article  Eaton is to provide its Cutler-Hammer switchboards for GPU Power UK's Burslem sub-station which services 100,000 people in the Stoke-on-Trent region

News from Cutler-Hammer ( 5 March 2001)

Flexible motor controllers cover wide motor range

Festo's Smart Electric Motor Controllers (SEC) AC305 and AC508 provide design engineers with integrated digital positioning control systems for brushless servomotors  Brochure Available 

News from Festo ( 5 March 2001)

Wide sales success for Pulley Alignment Tool

The PAT Pulley Alignment Tool is designed for simple but very accurate alignment of pulleys, and sales have surpassed all expectations, according to the manufacturer

News from Fixturlaser ( 5 March 2001)

CAT IV safety rating on new digital multimeters

Fluke has introduced the 170 Series Digital Multimeters with lifetime warranties and the latest category IV safety ratings, designed for use up to 1000V and 10A AC or DC  Brochure Available 

News from Fluke (UK) ( 5 March 2001)

Compact new DMMs offer true rms measurements

Fluke (UK) has introduced the Fluke 110 Series Digital Multimeters, offering true rms measurements, safety and ease-of-use, compact design and traditional Fluke quality  Brochure Available 

News from Fluke (UK) ( 5 March 2001)

Fourth Shift Corporation acquired by Aremissoft

Fourth Shift Corporation is to be acquired by AremisSoft Corporation, a supplier of enterprise-wide software and Internet-enabled solutions for manufacturing and other industries

News from SoftBrands Manufacturing ( 5 March 2001)

Abrasion-resistant dispense valve just the ticket

 User Application Article  A filter manufacturer based in South Wales accepted that the short service life on its dispensing valves until it found the 2200-727 Abrasion Resistant Snuf-Bak Dispense Valve

News from Integrated Dispensing Systems ( 5 March 2001)

Dispense system the right tool for filter company

 User Application Article  Pleatco, the US filter manufacturer, sees the SeeFlo 7 meter/mix/dispense system from Sealant Equipment and Engineering is a "beautiful thing" because of its reliability and flexibility

News from Integrated Dispensing Systems ( 5 March 2001)

Benchtop dispenser sticks 1200 golf clubs a day

 User Application Article  At 1200 clubs per day, Taylor made's demand was increasing, so choosing an automated adhesive dispensing system with precision volumetric positive displacement and shot size control became a priority

News from Integrated Dispensing Systems ( 5 March 2001)

Launch hardware chosen for embedded internet

Livedevices products and infrastructure services, targeting very low-cost (sub-$5) computing hardware, make it economically viable to connect many millions of appliances to the Internet

News from LiveDevices ( 5 March 2001)

Backup power for emergency lighting in Eden

 User Application Article  The Eden Project, a global garden created in a 15 Hectare disused Cornish clay pit, which will open to the public in March 2001, features static inverters with battery back up from PB Design

News from PB Design and Developments ( 5 March 2001)

Big savings from power factor correction equipment

 Technical Background Article  Barry Oliver, managing director of PFC Engineering, looks at the influence power factor correction measures can have and how electrical contractors can steer customers toward these savings.

News from PFC Engineering ( 5 March 2001)

New Japanese outlet for hot air staking equipment

Phasa Developments is adding extra impetus to its overseas business by appointing Daiichi Jitsugyo Co Ltd (DJK) to handle sales and support for the company's plastic hot air staking equipment in Japan

News from Phasa Developments ( 5 March 2001)

Affordable self cleaning filter for low outputs

Rotorflush Filters is introducing a miniature self cleaning filter to its range, measuring only 100mm in diameter with a throughput of up to 50 litres per minute

News from Rotorflush Filters ( 5 March 2001)

Conversion technology coming to the ESRI platform

Uclid Software, maker of IcoMap mapping software, has signed a Business Partner agreement with ESRI Software to develop data conversion and basemap maintenance software for the ESRI platform

News from Uclid Software ( 5 March 2001)

Inverter emergency braking without brake resistors

Many inverter controlled, induction motor applications require the ability to stop quickly, and Yaskawa is proposing to achieve this by manipulating the commanded frequency

News from Yaskawa Electric Europe ( 5 March 2001)

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