News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 17 June
to Saturday 23 June 2001
Multi-mode offline switch-mode power-supply IC
The STR-X6400 Series from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is a multi-mode offline switch-mode power-supply integrated circuit which automatically changes its operating mode to ensure maximum efficiency
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (22 June 2001)
Power supply ideal for disk drives, vending units
Artesyn Technologies has launched a compact quad-output AC/DC power supply that is ideal for low power applications involving high peak current demands.
News from Emerson Network Power - Embedded Power (22 June 2001)
Flat washers can have many features!
Challenge Industrial Fastenings stock flat washers in many types - bright steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, aluminium and fibre - in both metric and imperial dimensions.
News from Challenge (Europe) (22 June 2001)
Touch screen terminal features 500MHz Celeron
Featuring an Intel Celeron 500MHz processor which is easily upgradeable via Socket 370 technology to Pentium III CPU, the TP6000 touchscreen also has 64MB RAM and a 10.2G Hard Disk Drive
News from DED (22 June 2001)
Developing child-size electrically operated hands
User Application Article EMS has provided DC motors and gearheads to the development team at the Princess Margaret Rose Bio Engineering unit to help produce a child size artificial hand that offers realism and functionality Brochure Available
News from EMS (22 June 2001)
Component distributor streamlines purchasing
Farnell has announced the introduction of a corporate purchasing card, taking away the burdens of excess administration often associated with paper-based ordering procedures
News from Farnell (22 June 2001)
Win an ultrasonic detection system at web site
To celebrate the opening of their new sales and support office, SDT North America is offering one lucky LeakZone.com web site visitor a chance to win a free SDT 170M Ultrasonic Detection System.
News from Leakzone (22 June 2001)
Modular jacks for emerging Mini-PCI standard
Molex has launched the latest in its line of modular jacks (modjacks) - a Mini-PCI compliant inverted right angle modjack, providing a platform to the emerging Mini-PCI standard
News from Molex UK (22 June 2001)
Electrospeed to offer Epnet and Epcase enclosures
Schroff is extending its partnership with Electrospeed, Europe's largest electrical, electronic and mechanical component distributor, to include its Epnet and Epcase enclosures
News from Schroff UK (22 June 2001)
Oscilloscope sends measurements as email
The Yokogawa DL1740 SignalExplorer is a compact 4-channel digital oscilloscope that combines a sampling rate of 1 GS/s, an analogue bandwidth of 500 MHz and an exceptional memory length of 1Mword
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (22 June 2001)
IBM to sell collaborative software
Dassault Systemes and IBM have announced that IBM will sell the SmarTeam product suite as part of its worldwide PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) portfolio.
News from Dassault Systemes (22 June 2001)
Reference web site on shock absorbers and more
The Ace Controls International web site contains technical reference material on Ace's industrial shock absorbers, hydraulic dampers, feed controls, rotary dampers, crane buffers and gas springs
News from Ace Controls International (21 June 2001)
Recoil Damper counters shotgun action
User Application Article Excessive recoil can cause a severe flinch from pulling a shotgun trigger, but Dave Izzard has come up with a soltuion using the true linear deceleration offered by the Ace MC 150 shock absorber
News from Ace Controls International (21 June 2001)
DIN M power slot Hot Swap CompactPCI backplanes
APW Electronic Solutions has extended its CompactPCI backplane offering with new DIN M single power slot models for applications where N+1 redundancy capability is not required
News from Vero Electronics (21 June 2001)
DC/DC converters pack 60W into quarter-brick
Artesyn's new EXQ60 series of dual-output DC/DC converters feature a wide input voltage range of 33V to 75VDC, and are available with 5V/3.3V or 3.3V/2.5V outputs
News from Emerson Network Power - Embedded Power (21 June 2001)
Dry vacuum pumps at Italian centre for oncology
User Application Article Italian pharmaceutical company Phamacia has installed six BOC Edwards dry vacuum pumps equipped with flame arrestors, explosion-proof instruments and local control cabinets
News from Edwards (21 June 2001)
Great start for stainless steel advisory service
Just six months following its launch, the BSSA's web-based technical advisory service is receiving over 100 'hits' per day for on-line advice on stainless steel.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (21 June 2001)
Viewing technology to be used by Buzzsaw.com
Cimmetry Systems has announced that Buzzsaw.com will make Cimmetry's AutoVue available to users of its ProjectPoint online collaboration application for the construction industry
News from Cimmetry Systems (21 June 2001)
Couplings are alternative to luer-type connections
Colder Products Company has introduced the SMF1 Series Couplings, designed as a high quality alternative to luer-type connections for high volume, disposable medical applications.
News from Colder Products (21 June 2001)
Free CD guide to high-speed machining at EMO 2001
All visitors to the Delcam stand at EMO 2001 will be able to claim a free CD guide to high-speed machining, prepared in association with HR Pearce, Mitsubishi Carbide and Sandvik Brochure Available
News from Delcam (21 June 2001)
Power semiconductors behind Renault electric van
Dynex Power has announced a major production order with Groupe Sagem to provide power semiconductor modules for Renault's new Kangoo all-electric and hybrid thermal-electric minivan
News from Dynex Semiconductor (21 June 2001)
IGBT module improvements includes new range
Dynex Power has enhanced its product offerings in Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs), for the new generation of improved electrical power control and switching equipment
News from Dynex Semiconductor (21 June 2001)
Luminaires come in over 100 options
The Ensto Briticent 2000 range of internal and external mains luminaires comprises lanterns, bulkhead and ceiling-mounted fittings, including models with PIR [passive infrared] detection
News from Ensto Briticent (21 June 2001)
Painted, stainless or acid-proof steel enclosures
Ensto Briticent's Cubo E and F enclosure ranges for control systems come in a choice of painted sheet steel, unpainted stainless steel or acid-proof steel
News from Ensto Briticent (21 June 2001)
Naval air system production successfully moved
Naval marine air systems which were constructed at FCX Thompson Valves in Poole are now being produced by FCX Truflo Marine Valves, the FCX facility in Birmingham
News from Thompson Valves (21 June 2001)
New pressure regulator draws on long experience
The new Maxseal Regulator offers good flow rates at high pressure (up to 700 Bar) with down stream venting, and the stainless steel construction conforms to NACE standards
News from Thompson Valves (21 June 2001)
Easier buying and selling of bespoke components
A new web site from First Index will serve as a single electronic gateway to the full range of the company's services for buying and selling non-standard or bespoke components for engineering
News from Qimtek (21 June 2001)
Thermal models of IC packages generated easily
Thermal models of IC packages and associated parts can now be generated with the minimum of effort using Flopack Version 2.2, the latest edition of Flomerics' web-based thermal model generator. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (21 June 2001)
High power drives market still increasing - report
Adverse conditions have failed to affect the European High Power Rated Drives market, although there are still more challenges ahead, warns Frost and Sullivan.
News from Frost and Sullivan (21 June 2001)
Wine producer expands use of control system
User Application Article The wine producer, Henri Maire, has been relying on GE Fanuc's Cimplicity HMI for its building management for a number of years, and is now using it to expand its control and monitoring system Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (21 June 2001)
Stock magnets available to match reed switches
Gentech International has introduced a broad stock range of magnets to enable design engineers to achieve a perfect match with Gentech's range of magnetic reed switches
News from Gentech International (21 June 2001)
Higher accuracy from digital panel meters
Newly available from Jumo Instruments are the di08 and di32, the first in a new series of digital panel meters with a high level of accuracy - up to 20% better than competitive models
News from Jumo Instrument Company (21 June 2001)
Remote controls offer 12 adjustable frequencies
Scanreco is a range of radio remote control systems developed and manufactured utilising design innovations and microprocessor technology from within the Swedish telecommunications industry.
News from Koppen + Lethem (21 June 2001)
Low-cost location of billets in lathe jaw chucks
Leader Chuck Systems has announced the PosiStop as a new low-cost system for the fast and consistent positive location of billets in lathe jaw chucks up to 55 mm wide.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (21 June 2001)
The safest low voltage fuseway on the market!
Schneider Electric's Merlin Gerin Opus range includes the market's safest low voltage fuseway complying with IEC and DIN standards for distribution fuseboards, feeder pillars and fuse cabinets
News from Merlin Gerin (21 June 2001)
Schools in Essex get quieter thanks to pumps
User Application Article Schools in Essex are getting quieter as high performance Mutrator units from Mono Pumps are introduced into the sewage handling systems to replace noisy ejector pumps
News from Mono Pumps (21 June 2001)
Single belt for lower cost pallet transfer system
Montech's latest pallet transfer system takes a different approach to more conventional systems thanks to the use of a single wide belt rather than twin belts
News from Montech (21 June 2001)
Product variants assembled with minimum retooling
User Application Article Modular Automation has used simple engineering ingenuity to develop a new assembly machine for Nastech which has the flexibility to assemble multiple product variants with minimum retooling
News from Modular Automation International (21 June 2001)
Major Novartis valve supply contract renewed
FCX Pegler and Louden Ireland has successfully re-negotiated with Novartis Ringaskiddy a contract to supply all their actuated and manual valves for the continuing plant expansion at Ringaskiddy
News from Pegler and Louden (21 June 2001)
Position sensors on show to motorsports world
Penny and Giles Motorsport, whose specialist potentiometers and position sensors are used by most of the leading Formula One teams, will be exhibiting at two major motor racing shows in 2001 Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (21 June 2001)
Queen's Awards For Enterprise 2002 entries call
Enterprising and innovative engineering companies of all sizes are being urged to apply now for the 2002 Queen's Awards for Enterprise - the UK's highest accolade for outstanding business success.
News from Queen's Awards for Enterprise (21 June 2001)
New tols for CAD system in latest Service Pack
SolidWorks has introduced its 2001 Super Service Pack, a software upgrade package that streamlines the design process in conjunction with SolidWorks software.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (21 June 2001)
Position transducers in ground transportation
Technical details on the use of position transducers in vehicle and ground transportation applications are now available from SpaceAge Control.
News from SpaceAge Control (21 June 2001)
Turnkey automated design software and services
The Synthesis Company now offers parametric consulting expertise to create turnkey automation applications for manufacturing companies, with no up front costs to slow down decision making
News from Synthesis Company (21 June 2001)
GPRS interoperability test functions for analyser
GPRS interoperability test functions for the Tektronix K1297-G20 protocol analyser answer an urgent need among mobile handset manufacturers and network operators Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (21 June 2001)
Turret punch press tooling for Murata Wiedemanns
The new Wilson Tool range of turret punch press tooling includes 10 standard shapes for 112 and 114 style tools, specifically to suit Murata Wiedemann machines
News from Wilson Tool International (21 June 2001)
Limit switches for explosion proof requirements
Designed specifically for use in hazardous applications the GXS series limit switches are fully potted and have sealing protection to IP66/67 as per IEC/EN 60529
News from Aerco (20 June 2001)
Multi-pen chart recorders show multi-channel data
The new Chino AL3000 and AH3000 series 100 and 180mm continuous trace multi-pen Hybrid Recorders provide simultaneous display of multi channel data, bar graph display and alarm display/printing
News from Barber InSys (20 June 2001)
Cost effective digital temperature/humidity logger
The new Lufft Opus 10 electronic thermo-hygrograph is a cost effective digital temperature/humidity logger storing up to 120,000 records.
News from Barber InSys (20 June 2001)
Vericut Version 5.1 on show at EMO 2001
CGTech will demonstrate the latest release of Vericut - Version 5.1 - at EMO 2001 on stand number E61 Hall 15 in Hanover, Germany. Brochure Available
News from CGTech (20 June 2001)
Innovative design features on clamps and terminals
Ensto Briticent has added a new range of clamps and terminals; a useful feature of rail-mounted terminals that fit TS35 rail is the ability to remove the cover to allow the conductor to be dropped in
News from Ensto Briticent (20 June 2001)
Iron contamination removed from liquid flows
The Model P Magnetic Trap from Eriez Magnetics is a clever, lightweight, easy to install unit for installation in any wet application where iron removal is required. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (20 June 2001)
Plastic prototypes in final production materials
MCP's EP250 Tooling System provides a solution for designers and manufacturers looking to produce plastic prototypes in final production materials quickly and cost effectively. Brochure Available
News from MCP Tooling Technologies (20 June 2001)
Injection moulding revolution for artifical eyes
User Application Article At the UK's National Artificial Eye Service, the number of buttons previously made over six months by hand can be injection moulded in just one day using a benchtop injection moulder Brochure Available
News from MCP Tooling Technologies (20 June 2001)
Big order for Industrial Service Units
Merlin Gerin is to supply 800 Industrial Service Units a year to Yorkshire Electricity, providing a point of isolation for buildings and facilities for metering of the incoming supply
News from Merlin Gerin (20 June 2001)
New pump transfers latex to spray dryer nozzles
User Application Article European Vinyls Corporation is currently considering installing a Monobloc B Range from Mono Pumps at their Wilhelmshaven plant in Germany following successful trials
News from Mono Pumps (20 June 2001)
Why slide units are simpler for pick-and-place
A combination slide and actuator is likely to work out much cheaper if all the add-on costs of purchasing and connecting a separate pneumatic cylinder and guideway are taken into account
News from Montech (20 June 2001)
Free guide to detecting combustible/toxic gases
The fundamental principles of combustible and toxic gases, plus the different methods currently applied across industry for their detection, are detailed in a new guide from Detector Electronics
News from Detector Electronics (UK) (19 June 2001)
Wider range of general purpose enclosures
The Ensto Cubo ranges of enclosures now includes IP65-66-67 rated polycarbonate, ABS, aluminium and polyester models, together with IP55-65-66 steel and stainless steel enclosures
News from Ensto Briticent (19 June 2001)
Windows config software gives HMIs flexibility
ESA's HMI range now includes text and graphics based terminals with keys, through to graphic touch screen terminals all with the flexibility to communicate with most popular PLCs
News from ESA UK (19 June 2001)
Noise and vibration simulation partnership begins
ESI Group and MTS Systems Corporation have announced a strategic business alliance to deliver integrated noise and vibration simulation and analysis solutions combining ESI Group and MTS products
News from ESI Group (19 June 2001)
Solid aerosol fire suppression system for industry
Based on aerospace launch pad technology, Micro-K aerosol generated fire suppression systems now introduced by Firemaster have been developed to harness its benefits for industrial uses
News from Firemaster Extinguisher (19 June 2001)
Versatile small PLCs get even more flexible
Further modules for Idec's MicroSmart PLC include 24vdc supply 20 and 40 I/O CPUs in a conventional "slim-line" style, analogue and digital I/O modules and a small HMI display.
News from Idec Electronics (19 June 2001)
Portable ship discharge sampler for Singapore
User Application Article A Jiskoot portable shipboard sampler with intrinsically safe data-logging has solved the crude oil quality measurement requirements of ITS of Singapore
News from Jiskoot (19 June 2001)
Air jets for part ejection, drying or chip removal
Air Saver jets and nozzles from Meech Air Technology incorporate external and internal profiles to produce a Coanda effect that entrains surrounding air and can multiply airflow by as much as 25 times Brochure Available
News from Meech International (19 June 2001)
HMI features PLC connectivity and web server
The Advantech WebOIT system operator interface with bundled browser software package being introduced in the UK by PBE Systems integrates HMI graphics and PLC connectivity with web server technolog
News from PBE Systems (19 June 2001)
New UPS voltage conversion plinths introduced
Advance-Galatrek has just unveiled the new series of Elite ETX UPS extension plinths, designed to partner models in the Elite UPS range, and provide additional functionality and flexibility
News from Riello UPS (19 June 2001)
Silicone rubber extrusions aimed at mass transit
Low-smoke/low-toxic silicone rubber extrusions and seals meeting UL94 VO (2mm) now available from Silicone Fabrications are ideal for mass transit applications
News from Silicone Fabrication Services (19 June 2001)
Versatile and reusable silicone masking products
Samco's new range of high performance reusable silicone masking products includes bungs, caps and pull plugs, suitable for applications in painting, powder coating, metal finishing and enamelling
News from Samco Silicone Products (19 June 2001)
Preview new aircraft wire and cable in Paris
Key customers visiting Tyco Electronics' Stand at the Paris Air Show (Hall 2B Stand G14), have an opportunity to preview the new generation Raychem aircraft wire and cable. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Wire, Harness and Protection (19 June 2001)
Part identification products on show in Paris
Tyco Electronics' Identification and Labelling Products Group is at Paris Air Show 2001 offering a comprehensive choice of component, pipe, wire and panel identification products Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Identification Products (19 June 2001)
Wall mount TPUs offer hot-swap plug-in technology
Advance-Galatrek has just unveiled its latest StrikeSafe wall mount Transient Protection Units (TPUs), featuring unique hot-swap plug-in technology.
News from Advance Electronics (18 June 2001)
Stepper Drive offers compact footprint
The new PVP194 Unipolar Stepper Drive from Alzanti has a footprint of only 76mm x 72mm and is designed to be panel mounted, or it can be supplied in a DIN rail mount housing
News from Alzanti (18 June 2001)
Servo motion control system to be used by Pantec
Control Techniques has announced another high profile partnership for its SLM technology, this time with machine and motion control system manufacturer Pantec Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (18 June 2001)
New Export Manager for connector manufacturer
Connector manufacturer Deutsch has appointed Andre Tailleur as its new Export Manager, with the aim of facilitating export agreements and coordinating inter company relations
News from Deutsch (18 June 2001)
Rugged coded switches handle reflow soldering
Type 07 coded switches offer a rugged construction suitable for reflow soldering, and feature separate detent and contact chambers for minimum contact contamination and maximum life
News from Elma Electronic UK (18 June 2001)
Reduced length for hollow-shaft servo actuators
A new generation of Harmonic Drive hollow-shaft, servo actuators has been reduced in length by a third compared with previous units, but offering superior performance
News from Heason Technology (18 June 2001)
Software addresses energy optimisation challenge
Hyprotech today announced the release of HX-Net 5.0, which will enable process engineers to assess the potential for increasing energy efficiency and identify alternative projects
News from Aspen Technology (18 June 2001)
Bearings handle problems of centrifugal pumps
The potent mix of production demands and pressures routinely encountered in petrochemical processing plants is being met by BMPC Series bearings from NSK Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (18 June 2001)
Flat panel PC well suited to hostile environments
The 1500 Series, Open-Frame Flat Panel PC from QCL incorporates a touch screen interface with a flexible open frame, and full networking functions for convenient data transmission
News from QCL Group (18 June 2001)
Globe control valves in UK gas pipeline upgrade
User Application Article Series 5000 globe control valves designed and manufactured by Severn Glocon are at the centre of an upgrade project on Transco's UK gas pipeline distribution network.
News from Severn Glocon (18 June 2001)
Electrical equipment giant aims to expand further
Schneider Electric has announced that it is appointing 30 additional sales and technical support staff in the UK to underpin an ambitious expansion programme
News from Schneider Electric (18 June 2001)
Flexible starter assemblies made more simple
Building flexible starter assemblies should now be an easy and speedy task, following the launch of the innovative new TeSys Quickfit system by Telemecanique
News from Schneider Electric (18 June 2001)
Sensors specialist moves into safety barriers
Photoelectric Safety Barriers with Class 2 and 4 safety rating are now available through Sensor Consultants, with many different models for finger, hand and body detection
News from Sensorbility (18 June 2001)
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