News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 12 August
to Saturday 18 August 2001
First use of camera for barcodes in cold store
User Application Article A camera from Accu-Sort has just successfully completed far-reaching trials on the automatic sorting system at Sainsbury's Frozen Food Distribution Centre
News from Accu-Sort Europe (17 August 2001)
Automation or cheap labour? The great debate
Technical Background Article Experiences has proven that making manufacturing more efficient, while keeping the skilled employees who know the process, just makes good sense ...and feed systems are a good example
News from Action Feed Systems (17 August 2001)
GlaxoSmithKline helped to re-evaluate electrics
User Application Article Software from Amtech is helping GlaxoSmithKline to re-evaluate the electrical installations, which include more than 36,000 HV and LV circuits, at its Barnard Castle pharmaceutical manufacturing site Brochure Available
News from Amtech Power Software (17 August 2001)
Flat screen version of proven industrial PC
A 15 inch flat screen version of DLoG's proven industrial PC - delivering 50 per cent more screen area than the standard 12.1 inch model - is now available in the UK
News from DLoG (UK) (17 August 2001)
Website supports application specific connectors
Harwin has launched a new website to support its design expertise and extensive manufacturing capabilities in the production of application specific connectors
News from Harwin (17 August 2001)
Accurate measurements of even sub-micron films
NDC Infrared Engineering is launching a new on-line ultra thin film thickness gauge which uses new infrared technology to overcome the effects of optical fringe interference
News from NDC Infrared Engineering (17 August 2001)
Pedigree buys more progressing cavity pumps
User Application Article Netzsch Pumps has supplied SF and SO progressing cavity pumps for a new process line at one of Pedigree Masterfoods' facilities in the UK, following use on other processing lines around the country
News from Netzsch Pumps (17 August 2001)
Displays for new interactive ticket dispensers
User Application Article Reflecting an ongoing engineering relationship, Planar Systems has designed custom display subsystems for Cubic Transportation Systems new interactive ticket dispensers for the London Underground
News from Planar Systems (17 August 2001)
Active Service scheme keeps boilers efficient
Riello has introduced a series of service packages, ensuring that boiler plant always runs at optimum efficiency to keep energy consumption and running costs to a minimum
News from Riello (17 August 2001)
New boosters tackle gas pressure problems
Riello Burners has introduced the RB Series of gas booster, a simple, low-cost solution to low or fluctuating gas pressure, to complement its higher-output burners
News from Riello (17 August 2001)
Powerful, energy-efficient burners launched
Riello has announced the addition of two new burners to its Modubloc range, developed for operation in plants where hot water and steam boilers are required, providing outputs of 8,000 and 10,000kW
News from Riello (17 August 2001)
Drives play a part in meeting G5/4 recommendations
Rockwell Automation is supplying 12-pulse inverters to users of variable speed drives, enabling them to keep harmonic distortion within the guidelines of Engineering Recommendation G5/4
News from Rockwell Automation (17 August 2001)
More value from Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes
Six new oscilloscopes in the TDS3000B Series provide more power and portability to engineers and technicians faced with testing dynamic, complex signals in environments Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (17 August 2001)
Brake now ideal choice for for wind turbines
Metana is a caliper-type brake thoroughly proven in other areas of industry, to which Wichita has introduced subtle design changes to meet the growing demand for brakes in wind turbine applications
News from Wichita Company (17 August 2001)
Secure advance for collaborative software
SmarTeam Corporation has joined Check Point Software Technologies' Open Platform for Security (OPSEC) Alliance program to integrate with VPN-1/FireWall-1 Internet security solutions
News from Dassault Systemes (17 August 2001)
Mini-trade fair dedicated to the AS-interface
The AS-interface UK Trade Association is to hold a mini-trade fair dedicated to AS-interface networking technology in March 2002, featuring demonstrators, company mini-booths and a seminar
News from AS-Interface UK (16 August 2001)
Avoid the cost of static related problems
The cost implications of static damage are considerable but many companies have no idea of what static damage is costing them; a forthcoming seminar sets out to help
News from British Electrostatic Control Association (16 August 2001)
Extended repository for organisational documents
Cad-Capture now provides an integrated Cold/ERM solution for use with document and knowledge management solutions based upon Hummingbird Technology.
News from Cad-Capture (16 August 2001)
Miniature Drive Systems catalogue from Faulhaber
A new Miniature Drive Systems catalogue from Faulhaber has almost 200 pages of technical specifications, performance graphs, formulae, dimensioned sketches, exploded drawings, wiring diagrams, etc Brochure Available
News from EMS (16 August 2001)
Process heating with affordable cascade control
Technical Background Article Tony Berry of Hawco explains how cascade control can provide precise and stable process heating without the problems of overshoot and the resultant wasted energy
News from Hawco (16 August 2001)
Hydraulic design and analysis of water treatment
Aquavarra Research has provided international rights to Hydromantis for the distribution of Arts, software for the hydraulic design and analysis of complex water and wastewater treatment systems
News from Hydromantis (16 August 2001)
Control 3-phase motors from AS-i fieldbus systems
Among new control products from IFM are the Moviswitch and Movimot modules, which allow SEW Eurodrive three-phase motors with ratings up to 3kW to be controlled directly by AS-i fieldbus systems Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (16 August 2001)
Robot extended for palletising and handling
Following the success of the ZD range of robots in palletising and handling applications, Kawasaki Robotics has introduced the new ZD 250S model which extends the loading capability to 250kg
News from Kawasaki Robotics UK (16 August 2001)
No nasty shocks for pressure transmitter
The Model JAF Wing Union pressure transmitter from RDP Electronics is tough enough to withstand the harshest operational conditions, plus the shocks of frequent installation and removal Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (16 August 2001)
Short-stroke LVDTs offer long-stroke features
RDP Electronics' versatile DCTH series of short-stroke LVDTs integrate all the features of larger displacement transducers into a compact, rugged housing. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (16 August 2001)
Automation exhibition offers innovative solutions
Just a few hours spent at the UK's Automation exhibition, which runs from 30th October to 1st November, will provide more inspiration and ideas than weeks of desk-based research
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (16 August 2001)
More new products at Manufacturing Week 2001
As the October 30th opening of Manufacturing Week draws closer, more and more exhibitors are intending to use the popular show as a springboard for launching new and innovative products and services
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (16 August 2001)
Burner manufacturer opens new Technical Centre
Burner manufacturer Riello is opening a dedicated Technical Centre, situated opposite its UK offices in Huntingdon, which for customers will offer demonstrations and classroom-style technical training
News from Riello (16 August 2001)
View execution of PLC ladder logic in real time
The new RSLadder ActiveX Control visualises ladder logic directly from any Allen-Bradley PLC-5 or SLC 500 processor or from any RSLogix Emulate 5 or 500 on-line simulation
News from Rockwell Automation (16 August 2001)
The easy to use, ready to run soft starters
Providing the benefits of soft starting and stopping in new and existing equipment is now easier than ever, with the introduction of the new LH7 range of enclosed soft starters from Telemecanique
News from Schneider Electric (16 August 2001)
CAD modelling system keeps Gillette sharp
User Application Article Further seats of VX CAD/CAM, VX's flagship hybrid modelling solution, have been added to the installed base at Gillette's Advanced Technology Centre (GATCUK) in Reading.
News from VX Corporation (16 August 2001)
New range of NO2 sensors provides OEM alternative
Alphasense has launched a new range of Nitrogen Dioxide sensors which supplement the already established Toxic gas sensor ranges which include Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen Sulfide and Sulfur Dioxide
News from Alphasense (15 August 2001)
ISO 9001 certification for sensor manufacturer
Alphasense is pleased to announce that it has completed the goal set at its formation in 1997 of achieving ISO 9001 certification and offers full traceability for every sensor dispatched
News from Alphasense (15 August 2001)
Seal extends service life of SAE Flange fittings
Ceetak now has the solution to extend the service life of SAE Flange fittings with the use of a specifically designed seal designed to work up to 600bar pressure and under pulsating conditions
News from Ceetak (15 August 2001)
Intelligent search through relay and timer range
Finder has launched an interactive CD-ROM version of its 2001 catalogue, featuring an 'intelligent' search facility to match the relay and timer products most suitable for an application
News from Finder (15 August 2001)
Plug-in timers handle front or back of panels
Relay and timer manufacturer Finder has unveiled a range of multi-voltage and multi-functional plug-in timers which are now suitable for 'front of panel' as well as 'back of panel' mounting
News from Finder (15 August 2001)
Constant force technology in fall arrest system
Latchways has taken the science of Constant Force and applied it to the fall arrest industry with a revolutionary new safety system for metal pitched roofs.
News from Latchways (15 August 2001)
Pierce nuts clinch it over weld nuts for Dyson
User Application Article When Dyson's designers set about coming up with a better washing machine, amongst the many products chosen were Profil clinch nuts to secure the adjustable feet on its base plate Brochure Available
News from Profil UK (15 August 2001)
New pistol-style plastic hot air assembly module
Phasa Point, a brand new single head, automatic plastic hot air assembly module is designed for use as a manually operated pistol, or for mounting in simple presses or manufacturing robots
News from Phasa Developments (15 August 2001)
Do you know what a machined spring is?
Technical Background Article For those engineers familiar with the traditional wound spring format, Abssac is offering a new way of looking at reliability, performance and attachment of this widely used product range Brochure Available
News from Abssac (14 August 2001)
Fastest 1:1 Print and Apply Labeller in the world
The ALX 924 print and apply labelling system has a print speed of up to 300mm/second, which is nearly double the industry standard speed for 1:1 systems, without sacrificing print quality
News from Advanced Labelling Systems (14 August 2001)
Electronic alternative to mechanical cam systems
A new Cam Programming feature in the SmartMotor system makes it possible to eliminate carved out steel reciprocating motion cams and dramatically reduce the space needed
News from Animatics (14 August 2001)
New premises in Aberdeen for seal distribution
As a long term partner of Parker seal group, Ceetak has moved into new premises in Aberdeen, a facility set up to service the user and OEM sector of the energy, oil and gas markets
News from Ceetak (14 August 2001)
Power transmission distributor expands ito Eire
Challenge Power Transmission, the Wolverhampton based Power Transmission distributor has purchased a 60% share of Abec Bearings of Dublin, now Abec Challenge Power Transmission Ireland
News from Challenge Power Transmissions (14 August 2001)
Own-branded circuit protection devices launched
Cee Norm UK has expanded its range of equipment to include own branded circuit protection devices, providing the levels of safety and protection specified by current legislation
News from Cee-Norm UK (14 August 2001)
New exit sign offers good design and value
Cooper Lighting and Security has introduced a new version of its popular Menvier Safe Ex exit sign, an attractive, easy-to-install luminaire that offers excellent value for money
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (14 August 2001)
OPC software licensed for power metering systems
Eaton is to integrate Iconics' OPC solutions with its Cutler-Hammer PowerNet suite of next-generation power metering and protection products
News from Cutler-Hammer (14 August 2001)
New UK source for AMP motion control products
Applied Motion Products has appointed Encoder Technology as the UK distributor for its high precision, cost effective, motors and motion control products Brochure Available
News from Encoder Technology (14 August 2001)
Fire-fighters trained by complex simulation
Eurotherm products are at the heart of a sophisticated temperature-monitored training structure used to train fire crews, developed by Aberdeen-based Grampian Fire Brigade
News from Eurotherm (14 August 2001)
Development time cut by thermal design software
User Application Article PipingHot Networks, developer of broadband wireless access equipment, has slashed 3 months off the development time for a customer subscriber unit by using Flotherm thermal management software Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (14 August 2001)
New MD for long-established interlocks company
Michael Golding, BSc, CEng, MIMechE, has been appointed Managing Director of Fortress Interlocks, the companywhich has been designing and manufacturing interlock systems for more than 40 years
News from Fortress Interlocks (14 August 2001)
Level and flow sensors available on the web
Worldwide visitors to Gentech International's website can now place orders for the company's ex-stock standard ranges of liquid level, flow, position and movement sensors
News from Gentech International (14 August 2001)
Standardised installation system for networks
Han-InduNet from Harting is a new concept in standardised installation systems for industrial networks and power distribution in plant and machinery
News from Harting (14 August 2001)
Matsushita takes on environmentally sound solders
User Application Article When Henkel Loctite Adhesives introduced its new Multicore range of colophony free solders, Matsushita Electric (UK) was one of the first companies to evaluate its suitability
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives (14 August 2001)
'New standard' high pressure hydraulic hand pumps
Two new models of lightweight hydraulic hand pumps offer two speed oil output displacement, with automatic changeover from low to high pressure and a maximum working pressure of 700 bar
News from Hi-Force Hydraulics (14 August 2001)
Rotors nearly 650mm diameter and 4m long!
The winning of a major contract to manufacture what will be three of the biggest sets of screw compressor rotors ever made by Rochdale-based Holroyd is testing even this company's experience
News from Holroyd (14 August 2001)
Off-line filtration suitable for cooling circuit
The OLF range of Hydac filters, which can be supplied either as individual filters or as ready-to-install off-line units, is designed to filter hydraulic oils and other contaminated fluids
News from Hydac (14 August 2001)
Temperature sensor acts as complete control unit
The electronic temperature sensor ETS 1700 has four switching outputs and can be used to control heating and cooling processes in hydraulic systems, for example
News from Hydac (14 August 2001)
Going beyond the mechanical pressure switch
The EDS 300 is a compact, electronic pressure switch with digital display, with one or two switching points and an optional additional 4 to 20 mA analogue output signal
News from Hydac (14 August 2001)
Pressure switch for permanent switching accuracy
The EDS 1700, with its built-in pressure measuring cell, a 4-digit display and the 4 switching outputs, offers the user all the advantages of a modern electronic pressure switch.
News from Hydac (14 August 2001)
Recording hydraulic particle contamination online
The FCU 2010/FCU 2110 Fluid Control Units record the actual solid particle contamination on-line in power units or hydraulic systems, in pressure lines up to 350 bar
News from Hydac (14 August 2001)
Computerised optimisation of ammonia plants
"Hysys for Ammonia Plants Using Synetix Technology" will provide the ammonia industry with a valuable high-performance tool for modelling, on-line monitoring and optimisation of ammonia plants
News from Aspen Technology (14 August 2001)
Warning device range now includes voice sounder
Manufacturers of fork lift trucks, conveyor belts, and other mechanical handling equipment can ensure the safety of workers and plant with Klaxon's range of signals
News from Klaxon Signals (14 August 2001)
Electronic sounder's 120dB rivals motorised models
With Klaxon's new Syrex 9M electronic sounder, users can choose between five individually pitched notes, each offering a maximum output of 120 dB to rival motor-driven sounders
News from Klaxon Signals (14 August 2001)
Timing belt reversing units for linear slides
Reversing units are now available in the Item range of machine building products for use with 50mm wide timing belts, designed for the larger linear slide drive mechanisms Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems (14 August 2001)
Interesting pharmaceutical application for pumps
User Application Article Micropump magnetically coupled gear pumps with digital drives are finding interesting new uses, such as where laboratory staff needed to transfer accurate flows of 10% Dimethyl Formamide solution
News from Michael Smith Engineers (14 August 2001)
New US office for recruitment organisation
Technical recruitment agency NES Overseas is continuing its commitment to its American expansion plan, with the opening of a new office in Houston
News from NES Group (14 August 2001)
Motorcycle bearings transferred to compressor
User Application Article NSK has used its global resources to transfer bearing technology initially developed for high acceleration motorcycle engines to a new and revolutionary design of oil-less piston compressor from Boge Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (14 August 2001)
New larger size enclosures added to range
Serpac has added new larger size enclosures to the already big selection in the S Series, suitable for a broad range of hand-held or wall-mounted applications
News from OKW Enclosures (14 August 2001)
Versatile track lighting system introduced
The Techni-Mono LV track lighting system from Optime Lighting is powerful enough for retail environments and adaptable enough for exhibition and display applications
News from Optime Lighting (14 August 2001)
Office development vents positioned by sensors
User Application Article The natural ventilation system installed in the new Arup Campus in Solihull is controlled using casement louvered vents that are fitted with Penny and Giles SLS190 position sensors Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (14 August 2001)
More shaft spring fixings and washers in range
An ever growing range of shaft spring fixings and washers, together with disc springs, are now available in the range of engineering components available from Pinstructure.
News from Pinstructure (14 August 2001)
Interactive Vibration Buyers Guide on CD-Rom
A new Interactive Vibration Buyers Guide on CD-Rom lists manufacturers of vibration meters, analyzers and data collectors, vibration monitoring systems, sensor suppliers and training resources
News from Reliabilityweb.com (14 August 2001)
Piggyback vacuum system boosts panel production
User Application Article To enhance its functional test procedures for back panels, the CTS Corporation has installed a Rietschle central vacuum system at its High Blantyre (Glasgow) manufacturing plant
News from Rietschle Thomas (14 August 2001)
Materials handling partnership in Malaysia
Geo Robson and Co has appointed Tecgates as its marketing agent in Malaysia, joining an international sales network including newly appointed agents in Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, the UAE and Greece
News from Robson Handling Technology (14 August 2001)
New developments in drying systems on display
The new Turbo Blower provides an instant source of independent air for Powerstrip drying systems, as well as having enhanced levels of performance and being virtually maintenance-free Brochure Available
News from Secomak (14 August 2001)
Compact blower on air knife system packs a punch
Developed principally for use with Secomak's air knife drying systems, the new Turbo Blower has almost three times the volume output of any of the company's previous models. Brochure Available
News from Secomak (14 August 2001)
Air knives and high velocity blowers outlined
Secomak has published a new brochure detailing its range of air knives and high velocity blowers, for applications including the removal of moisture and particles in the bottling, canning and packagi Brochure Available
News from Secomak (14 August 2001)
Drying system for heat exchanger manufacturer
User Application Article Secomak has saved a heat exchanger manufacturer time and money with a tailored drying system offering much more control over drying parameters, allowing the optimum flow and temperature Brochure Available
News from Secomak (14 August 2001)
Turnkey drying system contains it all
Secomak has launched a new drying system, called Powerstrip, which combines air knives and blowers with drip trays, enclosure panels and acoustic covers in a complete turnkey package Brochure Available
News from Secomak (14 August 2001)
Breakthrough new flat cable and connector system
Selectronix has a new flat cable and connector system - Methode - which overcomes the disadvantages of traditional flat-conductor, flat-cable systems
News from Selectronix (14 August 2001)
EDM now handles radius of just 0.03 mm
A minimum radius of just 0.03 mm in material up to 20 mm thick can now be profiled on the Fanuc Robocut Alpha-OiA wire EDM using standard brass, piano or tungsten wire of just 0.05 mm diameter
News from 600 Centre (14 August 2001)
Control system installed at pharmaceutical site
User Application Article Servelec has continued its successful record in pharmaceutical control system implementations with a major plant expansion and upgrade project for Eli Lilly and Company, Speke Operations
News from CSE Servelec (14 August 2001)
Force and torque in X/Y/Z axes in a single unit!
The Gamma compact monolithic transducer is accurate to 1% of full scale and converts six component force/torque values into amplified analogue signals with a high signal to noise ratio
News from Tatem Industrial Automation (14 August 2001)
Mixer seals include high pressure, sterile options
The Mixerpac series of mechanical shaft seals are standard wet lubricated products available in both single and double cartridge designs for mixers, agitators, stirrers, kneaders, dryers and filters
News from Flowserve (14 August 2001)
Mathcad documents made more widely available
Using new Mathcad Client as an authoring tool, Mathcad users can easily deploy and publish new material that reaches a broader technical audience. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (13 August 2001)
Reduction in blow moulding cycle time demonstrated
On 19 and 20 September 2001, Beko Technologies will be hosting a Bekoblizz Workshop for the plastics industry at Polymer Training in Telford, Shropshire. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (13 August 2001)
VXI Tektronix replacement program available in UK
With Tektronix having made its VXI product line obsolete, VXI Technology has created a programme that allows specific Tektronix products to be replaced with functionally superior products
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (13 August 2001)
Drive's 500-fold increase in feedback resolution
High speed machinery manufacturers are set to enjoy greatly improved levels of competitiveness with the launch by Control Techniques of its latest M'Ax digital servo drive Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (13 August 2001)
Browse and search electronics components on CD
The Farnell CD Catalogue is an electronic browse and search facility that contains the entire Farnell range of over 100,000 products, all on one CD
News from Farnell (13 August 2001)
Linear and rotary voice coil actuators now in UK
BEI Kimco has appointed Heason Technologies Group of Chichester as exclusive UK distributor for its range of precision motion control products, including linear and rotary voice coil actuators
News from Heason Technology (13 August 2001)
Neat housing for compact single board computers
The AEC-6100 Industrial Mini PC Box is an ideal housing unit for system integration using any compact card from AAEON's PC line of compact single board computers.
News from Impulse (13 August 2001)
New photo-thermal intelligent smoke detector
System Sensor Europe has announced the new 2251TEM, an analogue addressable multi-criteria fire detector which combines optical and thermal detection with onboard microprocessor control
News from System Sensor Europe (13 August 2001)
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