News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 July
to Saturday 14 July 2001
Mobile unit puts compressed air on the spot
Abac has launched a new mobile compressor, designed for use in factories, workshops, site use and other areas where a temporary highly portable or additional compressed air supply is required
News from Abac UK (13 July 2001)
Crane control dedicated drive for aluminium plant
User Application Article ABB drives have helped an aluminium producer prolong the life of its cranes by up to 10 years with a drive which includes a software macro dedicated to crane control.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (13 July 2001)
Optical inspection hardware available pre-owned
AlternativeSMT, the supplier of second-user surface-mount assembly machines for electronics manufacturing, has expanded into the area of automated optical inspection.
News from Alternative SMT (13 July 2001)
Buzzsaw.com acquired by initial investor
Autodesk has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Buzzsaw.com, which provides leading online collaboration applications to improve efficiencies and reduce costs for the building industry
News from Autodesk (13 July 2001)
Master Entrepreneur of the Year accolade for CEO
Carol Bartz, chairman, president, and CEO of Autodesk, has been named the recipient of the Northern California 2001 Ernst and Young "Master Entrepreneur of the Year" award.
News from Autodesk (13 July 2001)
Weatherproof industrial connectors in five sizes
Conxall weatherproof industrial connectors, including Micro-Con-X, Mini-Con-X, Multi-Con-X, Maxi-Con-X and Mega-Con-X, are available from data/telecom interconnection specialist AX Distribution
News from AX Distribution (13 July 2001)
Washdown-duty servo motors go on view
Baldor's new range of servo motors is designed to withstand high pressure cleaning, believed to be the first 'washdown-duty' servo motors on the market Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (13 July 2001)
High-performance audio routing switchers launched
The SWR-2122 range of audio switchers is a series of high-performance audio routing switchers in situations where more than two channels need to be measured
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (13 July 2001)
MS-DOS support for VMEbus application programs
Concurrent Technologies has announced the release of its MS-DOS software support library for designing VMEbus application programs for Concurrent Technologies' VME PC hardware in an MS-DOS environment
News from Concurrent Technologies (13 July 2001)
Award for product design collaboration software
CoCreate Software's OneSpace software, a virtual environment for product design collaboration and communication, received an Editors' Choice Award in the July issue of Cadence magazine.
News from CoCreate Software (13 July 2001)
Document management software supports Autocad 2002
Cyco Software's AutoManager WorkFlow 6.3, the world's most popular document management solution for engineering workgroups, will feature full support for AutoCAD 2002.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (13 July 2001)
3D badges in the widest choice of processes
Diametric Technical is the only industrial nameplate and logo manufacturer in the UK to offer 3D badges using a choice of Electroform, Injection Moulding, Diecast Metal or Tufflex 3D processes
News from Diametric Technical (13 July 2001)
Piezoresistive accelerometer for biomechanical use
Endevco's latest miniature triaxial piezoresistive accelerometer, now available from Bruel and Kjaer, is ideal for use in biomechanical research applications such as the study of head injuries.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (13 July 2001)
Cap sealing systems for Spanish water bottler
User Application Article Two induction cap sealing systems manufactured by Enercon Industries are playing an important role in helping a Spanish bottler of mineral water, FonteVella launch a new upmarket range
News from Enercon Industries (13 July 2001)
Cost-effective airless cleaning of moulds and dies
A cost effective, airless range of high speed, high velocity, 'soft' impact, mould and die cleaning systems is now available to remove solidified and burnt mould lubricants from moulds and dies Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (13 July 2001)
DeviceNet capability for top-selling PLC systems
Two new DeviceNet Master modules have been launched, one designed for Mitsubishi Electric's popular small rack PLC system the AnS, and the other for its large rack systems A and Q series Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (13 July 2001)
Bench/rackmount power supplies up to 3kW output
The lightweight (around 10 kg) Delta SM Series of switched-mode DC power supplies, now available from Powerline, offer output ratings up to 3kW and accept a wide input voltage range
News from Powerline (13 July 2001)
New products at Manufacturing Week 2001 previewed
Manufacturing Week 2001, which runs from 30th October to 1st November in Hall 19 at the NEC, has a large number of exhibitors planning high-profile product launches at the event
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (13 July 2001)
Strong support for UK Design Engineering show
Support for the Design Engineering Show is strong, demonstrating that exhibitors appreciate its status as part of the UK's largest full-range manufacturing event.
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (13 July 2001)
Lock gives security for washroom vending machines
User Application Article RPT camlocks manufactured by industrial lock specialists Camlock Systems are being installed by workplace service company PHS Washrooms in their Dual Column Slimline Vend machines.
News from Camlock Systems (13 July 2001)
Storage cabinets fitted with highly secure locks
The Dura Raceline range of modular tool and storage cabinets, used by companies such as Ferrari UK and Lexus Cars, are being supplied fitted with Camlock Systems Octagon locks as standard.
News from Camlock Systems (13 July 2001)
New version of 3D graphics development system
TGS has announced the release of version 3.0 of Open Inventor, which has become the de facto standard for development of cross-platform (Windows, UNIX, Linux) 3D graphics applications in C++ and Java.
News from TGS (13 July 2001)
Global name change for Smart Solutions
Smart Solutions has announced that its company name has been changed to SmarTeam Corporation on a worldwide basis, creating a global umbrella for the company and its regional subsidiaries
News from Dassault Systemes (13 July 2001)
Circular connectors for light and sound safety
The ABLS range of high power, multi-contact, circular connectors from AB Connectors are designed for use on stage and on other rigs where rapid and safe interconnection of high power is crucial
News from Aerco (12 July 2001)
Absolute encoder functions at incremental prices
The recently introduced Series 926 Encoder, available in either blind or full through hollow shafts, claims to offer absolute encoder functionality at incremental encoder prices.
News from British Encoder Products (12 July 2001)
High-speed liquid photopolymer for laser systems
DSM Somos has announced the introduction of its latest Protofunctional prototyping resin, Somos 9110, for He-Cd laser systems such as 3D Systems SLA-250. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (12 July 2001)
Thin mat heaters for enclosure anti-condensation
The low thermal mass and rapid heat-up characteristics of lightweight, 1.1mm thick silicone rubber mat surface heaters makes them ideal for enclosure anti-condensation and de-misting duties
News from Hawco (12 July 2001)
Pressure transmitters handle difficult media
Huba Control's 691 range of transmitters is now available with a PVDF front end, so the only materials which come into contact with the media are PVDF and ceramic Brochure Available
News from Huba Control UK (12 July 2001)
Keeping the oil sampling process reliable
The Oilmiser Fillordrain contributes to the reliability of the oil sampling process for "condition based" oil changes by reducing the risk of introducing contamination when the sample is drawn
News from JLM Systems (12 July 2001)
Machinery safety training company growing steadily
After identifying a sector of high technology, Laidler Associates Consulting Service has grown substantially in the three years since it was formed and continues to do so. Brochure Available
News from Laidler Associates (12 July 2001)
CMMs in widespread use for ejection seat parts
User Application Article To ensure the thousands of safety-critical components in each Martin Baker ejection seat are manufactured to the strictest tolerances, Mitutoyo CMMs fully inspect mechanical parts prior to assembly Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (12 July 2001)
Cut the welding risks with Voltage Reducer
The new Transarc Open Circuit Voltage Reducer (OCVR) from Murex Welding Products is designed for use with either a DC or AC welding power source when undertaking manual metal arc welding up to 400A Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (12 July 2001)
Vision setups in Visual Basic, Visual C++ and more
National Instruments has announced IMAQ Vision 6.0 for Measurement Studio, extending the company's machine vision and image processing tools to the most popular programming languages Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (12 July 2001)
Cost effective testing of torque screwdrivers
Norbar Torque Tools has introduced an instrument offering simple, cost effective testing and calibration of powered and manual torque screwdrivers and other torque tools Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (12 July 2001)
Durable and versatile new machine guarding system
Designed to be lightweight, highly durable and versatile, the Angel machine guarding system is aimed at both large and small-scale production lines, offering manufacturers a new contemporary desig Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (12 July 2001)
Novel system for monitoring high power CO2 lasers
Precision-Optical Engineering has designed a novel laser beam sampling system to specifically solve the problem of non-invasive monitoring of high power CO2 lasers in materials processing applications
News from Precision-Optical Engineering (12 July 2001)
Pressure and vacuum in single stage from claw pump
Rietschle's Zephyr KLR pressure/vacuum pump series, on show at PPMA 2001, is the first claw pump capable of producing pressure and vacuum in a single stage.
News from Rietschle Thomas (12 July 2001)
Configured PC service makes things easy
Rockwell Automation's configured PC lease/purchase scheme provides users with pre-configured laptop and desktop computers, which can be specified with Rockwell Automation and Microsoft software
News from Rockwell Automation (12 July 2001)
Reprogrammable lock protects counter cash
User Application Article The counter cache protection system manufactured by leading retail security specialists Volumatic is now available fitted with the Octagon reprogrammable locking system developed by Camlock Systems.
News from Camlock Systems (12 July 2001)
TCT 2001 Conference and Exhibition: the details
The TCT 2001 Conference and Exhibition, to be held at the Manchester International Convention Centre on 26-27 September 2001 will include live demonstrations and new product launches
News from TCT Conference and Exhibition (12 July 2001)
Circular chart recorder emulated without paper
Yokogawa has introduced a new version of its Daqstation DX200 paperless recorder featuring a circular display, emulating the appearance of a traditional circular chart recorder
News from Yokogawa UK (12 July 2001)
Custom membrane keypad serviced launched
Bafbox's new custom membrane keypad division aims to provide support for the designer at all stages right through to production with the very highest levels of service
News from Custom Design Technologies (11 July 2001)
Autumn Dinner date for stainless steel association
The traditionally popular Autumn Dinner of the British Stainless Steel Association [BSSA] will be held in the Caslon suite of the Copthorne Hotel, Merry Hill, Dudley on Thursday 8 November.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (11 July 2001)
New DIN-rail mounting extendable module boxes
Camden Electronics has launched a simple but effective new range of versatile DIN rail mounting extendable module boxes that snap fit together for easy assembly.
News from Camden Electronics (11 July 2001)
3D innovation in label coating technology
Diametric Technical is extending its Tufflex product range with the introduction of the highly versatile Tufflex 3D, which represents an innovation in label coating technology
News from Diametric Technical (11 July 2001)
Calibrate your temperature sensors on-site
Companies with ISO 9000 certification must have a routine process of calibration, and the the Ametek-Jofra ATC portable reference ovens enable on-site calibrations
News from Hawco (11 July 2001)
Small form factor pluggable connector and cages
Molex have launched small form factor pluggable (SFP) connector and cages for use in attaching copper or fibre optic pluggable transceivers and cable assemblies to host equipment.
News from Molex UK (11 July 2001)
DC and AC brushless motors now to IP65
NNeckar Motors have introduced an IP65 range of DC and AC brushless motors and gearboxes with totally enclosed terminal boxes and completely round aluminium and alloy housings
News from OEM Automatic (11 July 2001)
Marathon man heads up Irish vacuum pump operation
For a man with the last two Dublin marathons under his belt, Paul Murphy certainly has the stamina needed for running Rietschle's new sales and service operation.
News from Rietschle Thomas (11 July 2001)
Press controller brings benefits to small machines
Users of single width presses can now enjoy a level of press control only previously available on double width machines, with the new 'PressView' Single Width Print Desk from Rockwell Automation.
News from Rockwell Automation (11 July 2001)
Merger in oil and gas industry fluid measurement
A new leader in instrumentation for the measurement of flow, density, viscosity and level in the oil and gas industries has been created by the merger of ISA Controls and Solartron Mobrey.
News from Mobrey Measurement (11 July 2001)
Power system monitor relays come in 48 versions!
Effective monitoring of voltages, currents and other power system parameters - and even of liquid levels - is now easy to achieve with the new Zelio Control RM4 range of monitoring and control relays
News from Schneider Electric (11 July 2001)
Depalletiser uses corrosion resistant chain
User Application Article Specialist packaging machine manufacturer BWI Dawson have designed and installed a new depalletising machine for New Zealand Milk using 'Lube-free Water Protected' drive chain from Tsubaki UK. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (11 July 2001)
Coupling rotates whilst offset without vibration
Abssac's PowerFlex is essentially a very cost effective coupling, the benefits of which include no lubrication, no maintenance, no keyway requirements and zero backlash. Brochure Available
News from Abssac (10 July 2001)
One of the smallest motors for its power
The LEM Series is an epoxy core brushless motor with an overall width of 28mm, and it is one of the smallest motors available that can produce 75 lbs of peak force
News from Anorad UK (10 July 2001)
Temperature sensor designed for up to 1300C
The new Chino model IR-BHTH1 is designed to measure the temperature of combustion gases in furnaces and incinerators by measuring the temperature of the CO2
News from Barber InSys (10 July 2001)
Laser systems engineer is off to Japan
A young Oxford laser systems engineer is off to Japan in July to learn the latest best practice techniques - helping to ensure that his company stays ahead in its field.
News from DTI Global Watch Service (10 July 2001)
New 16-channel isolated PCI digital I/O board
Data Translation has introduced the DT351, a 16-channel isolated PCI digital I/O board which updates the capabilities of the popular DT2820 for the ISA bus.
News from Data Translation (10 July 2001)
Encoder company sets up UK manufacturing facility
Encoder Technology has set up a manufacturing facility in their new premises in Leatherhead, Surrey to provide better quality control and a reduction in delivery times Brochure Available
News from Encoder Technology (10 July 2001)
Impact hammers for experimental modal analysis
The Endevco range of impact hammers feature a high quality PE force transducer with acceleration compensation, and a variety of tips and extender masses is also available
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (10 July 2001)
Fan company joins parent with ISO9002
Fan Technology has been added to the scope of the ISO 9002 accreditation of its parent company Aerco Holdings, which also covers a new workshop facility set up at the Aerco HQ
News from Fan Technology (10 July 2001)
Actuator wins MIAA accolade
Interact, the ground-breaking fit and forget machine actuator which combines the finesse of fieldbus control with the might of pneumatic power has won an Manufacturing Industry Achievement Award Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (10 July 2001)
Wire bending powerhouse offers new facilities
To extend its capability for precision bending of bars or for making helical springs, William Hughes has invested £180,000 in its largest and most complex machine to date
News from Hughes (10 July 2001)
Radio system keeps vehicles managed
The I-Track vehicle management system allows an operator based at HQ to monitor vehicle movements, retrieving vehicle history and verifying that vehicles are travelling along predefined routes
News from Icom (UK) (10 July 2001)
Entry level transceivers: simple yet dependable
Icom UK has announced details of a new series of low cost, entry level transceivers which offer simple operation and strong commercial build at a very low cost.
News from Icom (UK) (10 July 2001)
European Instrumentation Conference announced
ISA, The Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society announces the first Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation European Conference and Exhibition.
News from ISA (10 July 2001)
Industrial Ethernet for Control Symposium on way
ISA has announced that an Industrial Ethernet for Control Symposium will be held in conjunction with the first Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation European Conference and Exhibition
News from ISA (10 July 2001)
Dual sensor smoke/thermal conventional detectors
KAC's new World Series conventional multi-criteria smoke and thermal detector combines an optical chamber, designed to be extremely tolerant to the long-term build-up of dust, with a thermal element
News from KAC Alarm Company (10 July 2001)
Thermocouple gives accuracy in steriliser chambers
The new, Labfacility Autoclave Load Thermocouple is specially designed to provide the best possible accuracy and stability in the rigorous environment of steriliser chambers.
News from Labfacility (10 July 2001)
Precise linear positioning over 24mm travel
The new series of Thomson Airpax digital linear actuators is now available from Mclennan Servo Supplies, ideal for precise linear positioning of small loads over their 24mm travel
News from McLennan Servo Supplies (10 July 2001)
Weighing system attractive for smaller operations
The TAD 3 weight controller is a highly precise instrument allowing the weight signals coming from load cells supporting a process vessel to be resolved internally to nearly 14 million divisions Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel (10 July 2001)
DC motors meet aircraft weight and power demands
Powertec Industrial Motors has received an order for the first prototype of a 100hp brushless DC motor and drive for a high-volume compressor to be used in C-130 aircraft
News from Powertec Industrial Motors (10 July 2001)
Top selling German linear components now in UK
A new linear motion range from RA Rodriguez comprises a wide choice of ball bushing options, more than thirty bearing housing variants, shaft supports, end-blocks and shafting
News from Rodriguez (UK) (10 July 2001)
Unitec bearings covered in new catalogue
The vital statistics of the new Unitec bearings from RA Rodriguez, including the popular three-row roller machine tool bearings, can be found in a newly published series brochure.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (10 July 2001)
European Aerospace Division for bearings company
The international nature of the aerospace industry has led to the decision to create a new and dedicated European Aerospace Division of RA Rodriguez in Letchworth
News from Rodriguez (UK) (10 July 2001)
Electric valve actuator catalogue now on CD-Rom
The new Rotork CD-Rom electric valve actuator catalogue has been entirely redesigned to utilise the same innovative and interactive user-friendly format as Rotork's recently enhanced website
News from Rotork Controls (10 July 2001)
Bar code scanners work more like a vision system
The CLV440 and CLV490 laser scanners from Sick's advanced line includes features not found in other scanners of this size, including Smart software that runs on a second processor within the scanner
News from Sick (UK) (10 July 2001)
Sensor range described in CD-Rom catalogue
The full range of Erwin Sick's Photoelectric and Inductive sensors and their accessories are represented in the general catalogue, which is now available in CD format
News from Sick (UK) (10 July 2001)
Tiny sensors of all types in sealed ABS housings
The new W9-2 series of Industrial Sensors from Erwin Sick is specifically designed to meet the demands of manufacturing industry for a rugged, high performance sensor in a small housing.
News from Sick (UK) (10 July 2001)
Roadside emissions sensing instrument on the way
Remote Measurement of Vehicle Emissions at Low Cost is a European research project set up to develop a novel roadside sensing instrument for checking emissions from moving traffic.
News from Sira (10 July 2001)
Optical measurement of air-borne pollution study
A proposal to help in the reliable measurement of air-borne pollution using remote optical sensing techniques has been submitted to the European Commission as part of its Fifth Framework programme.
News from Sira (10 July 2001)
Spare parts rationalisation company wins award
Sparesfinder, the B2B company specialising in the rationalisation of engineering spare parts inventory, has won the prestigious Aspentech Award 2001 for Innovative Business Practice.
News from Sparesfinder (10 July 2001)
Accurate sound velocity measurement in sea water
The new Modus SVS sound velocity sensor uses "time of flight" measurement techniques, and is able to resolve sound speed measurement to 0.001m/s, with stability and accuracy of +/-0.03m/s rms
News from Valeport Instruments (10 July 2001)
Government needs to support vocational training
The Government needs to be more supportive of firms willing to participate in vocational qualifications and training schemes, a West Midlands' engineering company has warned
News from Accura Holdings ( 9 July 2001)
Thermal imaging system for the cost conscious
Barber InSys offer an entry-level portable thermal imaging system for the cost conscious predictive maintenance engineer for under £20K, including software for image calibration and report generation
News from Barber InSys ( 9 July 2001)
New high capacity mechanical booster vacuum pumps
The new HV series of high capacity mechanical booster vacuum pumps from BOC Edwards features oil-free operation and water-cooled bearings for long term reliability with minimal maintenance.
News from Edwards ( 9 July 2001)
Rubber safety plugs seal electrolytic capacitors
User Application Article DP Seals is providing a key safety component in all screw terminal aluminium electrolytic capacitors manufactured by BHC Aerovox, used extensively in machinery around the world
News from DP Seals ( 9 July 2001)
New approach to PC instrumentation - and it's free
Scope 2.0 presents a Multi-channel Oscilloscope together with Real-time FFT and a 16-Channel-Strip-chart, all within an easy to use graphical user interface on the PC
News from Data Translation ( 9 July 2001)
Better prices, availability for fieldbus encoders
InterBus-S, Profibus-DP and CAN-bus interfaces are available on a range of single and multiturn absolute encoders, up to 32-bit, from Encoder Technology Brochure Available
News from Encoder Technology ( 9 July 2001)
Directive will hit UV Curable Wood Coatings market
A study shows that product reformulation required to meet the EU VOC directive will have a dramatic effect on the value of the market for UV curable coatings for furniture and construction
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 9 July 2001)
Award for flat-faced screw type couplings
Holmbury has announced the release of its VEP range of flat-faced screw type couplings recently, and was honoured with a silver medal award at S.E.D 2001
News from Holmbury ( 9 July 2001)
Latest handportable transceiver for commercial use
The IC-F31GS series of handportable transceivers contains a range of features including 256 channel capacity, wide/narrow 25/12.5kHz channels and multiple tone signalling standards
News from Icom (UK) ( 9 July 2001)
Software cuts lead time at tanker manufacturer
User Application Article Liquid waste tanker manufacturer Whale anticipates that its investment in DriveWorks, a new design automation and productivity application, will help in reductions in delivery lead times
News from DriveWorks ( 9 July 2001)
Success for tilt switches under Arcolectric name
Otehall Switches is now supplying a new range of tilt switches to UK rocker switch manufacturer Arcolectric Switches for use as a safety cut out on fan and convector heaters
News from Saia-Burgess Gateshead ( 9 July 2001)
Hygienic filters achieve excellent flow rates
PCI-Memtech's robust 3" and 6" body 316L stainless steel filters are designed to remove suspended solids from fluid process flows with a minimum of disruption
News from PCI-Memtech/PCI-Water ( 9 July 2001)
More environmentally friendly power protection
Advance-Galatrek has unveiled its new PowerElite MultiTec UPS, ideal for integration into medium-sized professional data and voice processing networks
News from Riello UPS ( 9 July 2001)
High accuracy and stiffness from linear guideways
Developed by RA Rodriguez in Germany, a new linear guideway whose four-row bearing structure claims significant benefit over systems based on four pont contact bearings
News from Rodriguez (UK) ( 9 July 2001)
Filters self clean using backwashing rotor
Rotorflush Filters introduces the RF-200 and RF-400 Self Cleaning Filters, available for flows of up to 8000 gph and screen sizes from 100 micron-10mm
News from Rotorflush Filters ( 9 July 2001)
EDM and blanking highlights of new light curtain
The small profile of the C4000 safety light curtain housing, available in lengths from 300mm to 1800mm with in-built features, allows optimum installation on machines
News from Sick (UK) ( 9 July 2001)
Project to monitor vehicle performance/emissions
A three-year project to develop technology for monitoring vehicle performance and emissions has been approved by the government-backed Foresight Vehicle Link programme.
News from Sira ( 9 July 2001)
New threaded bolt, hook and eye bolt fixings
The new blind bolt and nut from fastener specialist Torque Control provides a simple sturdy way of fixing where access is limited to only one side.
News from Torque Control ( 9 July 2001)
1in aluminium AODD pump gets an upgrade
Tri-Ark can now offer an improved version of the Husky 1040 1in Air Operated Double Diaphragm (AODD) Pump, which has been upgraded by Graco to offer improved abrasion resistance.
News from Tri-Ark ( 9 July 2001)
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