News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 23 September
to Saturday 29 September 2001
ED wire cutting system breaks constraints
The Agiecut Vertex ED wire system halves the traditionally accepted constraints of ED wire cutting in the electronics, medical and micro-mechanical industries
News from Agie Charmilles (28 September 2001)
Motion velocities to 4.5m/sec at 4nm resolution
Anorad has developed a system which produces 1024x encoder resolution multiplication for its motion controllers, making it ideal for semiconductor applications such as lithography and wafer inspection
News from Anorad UK (28 September 2001)
Accuracy on linear motor driven positioning stage
Anorad's LW-10 stage is a low profile, precision grade linear motor driven stage designed to meet demanding high performance positioning applications
News from Anorad UK (28 September 2001)
A new combination in industrial instrumentation
Born out of the individual strengths of Bourdon Sedeme, Haenni and Kamstrup, Bourdon-Haenni is a powerful new force in the manufacture and distribution of high technology industrial instrumentation
News from Baumer Group (28 September 2001)
Emphasis on education and training for BGA
A Scot who has taken up a top post with a leading professional organisation has been setting out his plans which include an emphasis on education and training.
News from British Mechanical Power Transmission Association (28 September 2001)
PFA-lined ball valve for highest purity use
A new range of PFA-lined, stainless steel-bodied ball valves from CRP have a blow out-proof stem construction that is effective even in the unlikely event of the top works being dismantled in service
News from Corrosion Resistant Products (28 September 2001)
15 inch flat screen Industrial PC on display
DLoG UK's recently-launched 15 inch flat screen Industrial PC will form the centrepiece of the company's presentation at CIM 2001 - to be held at the NEC, Birmingham, UK
News from DLoG (UK) (28 September 2001)
Thermoplastic handles with smart high gloss finish
For a long time a high gloss finish was only achievable with thermoset plastics - now Elesa-Clayton is offering gloss finish, high impact strength thermoplastic handles Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (28 September 2001)
Combination locks avoid lost/broken keys
The Fort range of locks from Emka - of interest for office furniture, cupboards, alarms, lockers, toolboxes etc has been extended with a new three digit combination lock Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (28 September 2001)
On-site calibration of sound intensity instruments
Bruel and Kjaer UK has launched a new calibrator that enables accurate on-site calibration of sound intensity measuring instruments without having to dismantle the sound intensity probe
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (28 September 2001)
Munchers handle night soil waste in Ghana
User Application Article Designed specifically to handle abrasive sludges, incorporating optimum grinding capability, the Mono TR Muncher was the ideal choice for new pumping stations in Accra, Ghana
News from Mono Pumps (28 September 2001)
Safety relays now in smallest ever package
A new range of safety relays from Omron combines functionality with the smallest ever package to give users more options - and more room in their control cubicles too. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (28 September 2001)
Innovative turn/mill centre for cylindrical parts
Pennine Machine Tools is launching a range of new Vertical Turn/Mill Centres designed for the cylindrical component machine market, aerospace and general.
News from Pennine Automation (28 September 2001)
Free software puts sensor data onto a PC
All that is needed to get data to a PC from your RDP Electronics transducer is an E725 Digital Transducer Indicator and some freeware, downloadable from the RDP web site Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (28 September 2001)
Launches galore at metrology and quality show
If you're interested in the newest products and services relating to the metrology, quality and production engineering sectors, almost every exhibitor is planning launches at Inspex 2001
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (28 September 2001)
UK operation opens for planetary gear specialist
A dedicated new sales, assembly and after care operation, Reggiana Riduttori UK, has been established to market the Italian-made RR range of planetary reduction gear units in the UK and Ireland
News from Reggiana Riduttori (28 September 2001)
New UK national sales manager for enclosure firm
Sarel has announced that Richard Beighton has been appointed as the organisation's new UK national sales manager, with full responsibility for managing Sarel's eight-strong UK sales force
News from Sarel (28 September 2001)
Safety mat looks the job in your company colours
The LMI parallel plate technology safety mat, which is moulded to IP67, can now incorporate your company logo in any colour or combination of colours
News from Tapeswitch (28 September 2001)
Introducing the toughest safety/sensing mat around
Tapeswitch has designed a safety mat which it claims improves over all previous presence sensing mat products presently available in an industrial manufacturing environment.
News from Tapeswitch (28 September 2001)
Circuit Breakers help switchboard pass 100kA test
User Application Article A new electrical distribution switchboard, the PowerMax 100, has successfully passed the most onerous operational and fault condition tests in low voltage distribution.
News from Terasaki (Europe) (28 September 2001)
Eminent name joins load cell specialist
Thames Side-Maywood has appointed one of the most eminent and highly respected figures within the process weighing industry as its Process Weighing and Measurement Systems Specialist
News from Thames Side Sensors (28 September 2001)
New version of mould design package announced
VX Corporation has announced the addition of new industrial-strength tools, interoperability features and performance enhancements which aim to enhance its VX mould design package
News from VX Corporation (28 September 2001)
CAD/CAM resellers expanded in Europe
VX Corporation, the developer of advanced, integrated CAD/CAM solutions for engineers and industrial designers, has announced that it is aggressively expanding its reseller organisation in Europe
News from VX Corporation (28 September 2001)
Software specialist enlists help of design experts
VX Corporation has announced the formation of an international council of industrial designers to provide VX Corp with ongoing direction for interface, process and functionality changes
News from VX Corporation (28 September 2001)
1MW designs added to submersible sewage pump range
With the addition of two new pumps, the AFP 8000 range from pumps manufacturer ABS now includes what are probably the largest submersible sewage pumps on the market
News from ABS Wastewater Technology (27 September 2001)
Shorter linear motors still offer decent power
Anorad has added a 25 lbs peak force epoxy core, brushless motor with an overall length shortened to 67mm to its extensive brushless linear servo motor range
News from Anorad UK (27 September 2001)
Wide range of designs in VGA LCD range
Based on state of the art fluid and packaging technologies, the Data Image range of LCDs features a wide range of character and free-field modules, and comes in in 3.8", 4.7" and 5.7" screen sizes
News from BF Technology (27 September 2001)
New version Unigraphics-Pro/E conversion service
Cadcam-E.Com, the Internet-based Cad/Cam data conversion service, has introduced a new version of its Unigraphics to Pro/Engineer conversion service that reads Unigraphics files up to version 17
News from CCE (27 September 2001)
Seminars demystify UK G5/4 guidelines on harmonics
Control Techniques are running the third of three free UK seminars in October with the objective of demystifying the new UK G5/4 guidelines on harmonics, which came into force in January 2001. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (27 September 2001)
Splashproof fans measure up to saltwater test
A new range of San Ace splash proof fans features a silicon sealed motor housing, which means the fan is capable of withstanding the 1000-hour salt-water spray test. Brochure Available
News from EAO (27 September 2001)
Reception celebrates development of EEVL service
A reception to celebrate the development of EEVL: the Internet Guide to Engineering, Mathematics and Computing was held in the beautiful setting of the Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh on September 12
News from EEVL (27 September 2001)
Neat enclosure for bikers' communication system
User Application Article When Nextel, based in Le Rouret, France, was looking at ways to improve communication systems for motorcyclists, OKW Enclosures was on hand to provide the appropriate housing.
News from OKW Enclosures (27 September 2001)
Hot air staking at Assembly Technology Expo 2001
Plastic hot air staking specialist Phasa Developments will be reinforcing its recent expansion into the North American market by participating at Assembly Technology Expo 2001
News from Phasa Developments (27 September 2001)
UL Recognition for switch that can be any length
UL Recognition has been gained by Tapeswitch for its entire range of Ribbon Switches, the "Press At Any Point" continuous switches that can be hundreds of metres in length
News from Tapeswitch (27 September 2001)
US Engineering School gets 250 CAD seats
Tech Ed Concepts, in cooperation with software developer Cadkey Corporation, has awarded 250 seats of Cadkey19 software valued at over USD550,000 to the Milwaukee School of Engineering
News from Tech Ed Concepts (27 September 2001)
Award mention for collaborative software
SmarTeam Corporation and its customer Aalborg Industries of Erie, Pennsylvania, were recently recognised in the 'Collaborative Product Commerce - What Works 2001 Awards' competition
News from Dassault Systemes (27 September 2001)
Dosing pump range extended with all-metal version
Milton Roy's popular 'G' series of mechanically actuated diaphragm pumps has recently been extended following the introduction of the new all-metal GM version. Brochure Available
News from Milton Roy Europe (27 September 2001)
Linear motor ideal for high duty cycle positioning
The LF Series is a high force iron core based linear servo motor, boasting up to 18.800N of peak and 7.500N pounds of continuous force with water cooling
News from Anorad UK (26 September 2001)
Protoyping material helps Audi dominate Le Mans
User Application Article The Audi Sport design team is using state-of-the-art technologies including DSM Somos ProtoFunctional materials and the high-tech prototypes of the service and prototyping company Alphaform AG Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (26 September 2001)
Pro/E to Catia translation helps launch rocket
User Application Article Collaboration between several different Boeing facilities is vital for the new Delta IV rocket, and CADporter CAD translation software is playing a key role
News from Elysium (26 September 2001)
Thermal imaging monitors moisture in paper sheet
User Application Article Voith Fabrics of Blackburn is using thermal imaging for condition management and has chosen a FLIR Systems ThermaCAM PM695 to provide in-process quality control Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (26 September 2001)
Slides offer optimum linear motion system
The extensive menu of design elements within Hepco's GV3 linear slide programme allows specifiers to create the optimum linear motion system to suit both application and budget. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (26 September 2001)
How to clamp out-of-round thin walled parts
Leader Chuck Systems of Birmingham has announced the innovative Mandrex expanding mandrel system as a low-cost solution to clamping out-of-round thin walled parts without distortion.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (26 September 2001)
World's biggest measuring equipment range on-line
Following the launch of www.mitutoyo.co.uk in January 2001 as part of the company's e-business strategy, registered users now have the facility to buy on-line. Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (26 September 2001)
NC Editor now available for download free
The powerful off-line EdgeCAM NC Editor which can be used to modify the code of any computer-driven machine tool, and is now available for download free from the EdgeCAM Website
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (26 September 2001)
Easier in-house analysis of machinery lubricants
Rockwell Automation Entek introduces the Lube Link benchtop oil analyser, an easy to use "mini laboratory" that makes the in-house analysis of machinery lubricant samples a cost effective option
News from Rockwell Automation Entek (26 September 2001)
ROV design time reduced by 3D CAD software
User Application Article Oceaneering International is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to develop vehicles and tools that support the oil and gas and telecommunication industries around the world
News from SolidWorks Corporation (26 September 2001)
F1 success for carbon ceramic friction materials
User Application Article British engineering firm Surface Transforms has completed another successful period of track testing of its brakes and discs with its Formula One team partner
News from Surface Transforms (26 September 2001)
Snappy jointing solution for sheet metal parts
A new lance and form tool for punch presses has been developed by Wilson Tool that eliminates the need for additional processes such as spot welding and riveting of sheet metal assemblies
News from Wilson Tool International (26 September 2001)
Comprehensive unit tests plant electrics
The Saturn 100 plus from LEM Instruments combines all measurements necessary for compliance with BS (DIN VDE 0100) and has extra features to facilitate user-friendliness
News from LEM Instruments (26 September 2001)
More backup power in the same space
The new Absolyte IIP standby battery range from Exide Network Power offers the telecom and UPS user a major bonus in not tying up any more floor/ rack space than is absolutely necessary
News from Exide Technologies (26 September 2001)
Test rig automation
User Application Article An apparently simple application to develop a control system for railway distributor valves turned out to be quite complex for AG Measurematics
News from AG Measurematics (25 September 2001)
New Algor users documentation
Algor has announced the release of new, integrated HTML users documentation for its finite element analysis, Mechanical Event Simulation, CAD support and piping design and analysis software
News from Algor (25 September 2001)
Interactive process mapping
Cimplementation launches a new business consultancy service aimed at industries which need to capture and document existing business process flows
News from Cimplementation (25 September 2001)
Cheaper staff time and attendance recording
Computime's Windows-based TA-Pro time and attendance management equipment is claimed to be over 40% cheaper than systems being supplied a few years ago
News from Computime Systems (25 September 2001)
Drop-in replacement bearings
The latest range of plain bush bearings from Euro-Bearings have been designed as direct drop-in replacements for recirculating ball bushings as made by major manufacturers
News from Euro-Bearings (25 September 2001)
Microwaves rely on springs
User Application Article Millions of households rely upon the quality of Panasonic microwaves, which in turn rely on tension and compression springs provided by Harris for smooth and repeatable door action
News from Harris Springs (25 September 2001)
New components and equipment from Harting
A new range of high-temperature connectors and the latest developments in component press-in machinery are to be shown by Harting at Productronica
News from Harting (25 September 2001)
Centre of soldering excellence
Henkel Loctite Adhesives announces that its facility at Hemel Hempstead is to be the designated 'Centre of Excellence' for Loctite electronics products
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives (25 September 2001)
Low-cost sandblasting package
A sandblasting package combining low cost and ease of use, making it ideal for the needs of enterprise educational establishments, is launched by Mega Electronics
News from Mega Electronics (25 September 2001)
Pneumatic hoists for 200tonne BOP handling system
User Application Article To supply a special purpose hoist of 100 tonne lifting capacity with a headroom of less than one metre was the task recently faced by the J D Neuhaus design team
News from Neuhaus (25 September 2001)
New phase shift software
Precision-Optical Engineering (P-OE) has extended its range of digital phase shift interferometry analysis software for use with its Interfire 3-5 and Interfire 10.6 infra-red interferometers
News from Precision-Optical Engineering (25 September 2001)
High density powder transfer
Air-operated double diaphragm (AODD) pump specialist, Tri-Ark, can supply specialised 2" and 3" powder transfer pumps able to cope with high-density materials
News from Tri-Ark (25 September 2001)
UKIVA to run vision workshop at Photonex
The UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA) will be running a free vision workshop on Wednesday 17 October 2001 at Photonex 2001, NAC Stoneleigh Park, UK
News from UK Industrial Vision Association (25 September 2001)
Cosmos set to reveal anti matter of fact
User Application Article The mystery of the whereabouts of anti matter in the universe is a question that has plagued astrophysicists for many years. Brochure Available
News from Desktop Engineering (25 September 2001)
Sensor represents Lap
Sensor Consultants are now representing Lap Lasers, manufacturer of position sensors and alignment lasers, in the UK
News from Sensorbility (25 September 2001)
Servicing industry worldwide
Flowserve is the world's premier supplier of flow management services, producing engineered pumps, precision mechanical seals, automated and manual quarter turn valves and actuators
News from Flowserve (25 September 2001)
New range of industrial accelerometers
This range of industrial Isotron accelerometer types use an Endevco high performance shear design piezoelectric sensor, with integral low-noise hybrid electronics
News from Endevco (24 September 2001)
Epcos launches NTC thermistors databook
Epcos has released a catalogue of its broad range of NTC thermistors, for temperature measurement in domestic appliances, automobiles, and heating systems
News from Epcos (24 September 2001)
Pioneering EMC study wins top prize
This year's Farnell Schaffner Prize for the best electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) project at York University has been awarded to Jan Vercammen
News from Farnell (24 September 2001)
Select beadblasting is made to measure
Improved operator comfort allied to production efficiency are the prime objectives behind the new Guyson Select-300 variable cabinet height beadblaster Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (24 September 2001)
Increasing fieldbus versatility and cutting costs
The introduction of a new range of Economy Plus bus couplers, and a new Bus Terminal Extension module, means Beckhoff protocol-independent fieldbus is more versatile and cost-effective
News from Hayes Control Systems (24 September 2001)
Service with an e-smile
Specialist weighing company Marco believes it is setting new standards for service with its Assistcall package
News from Marco (24 September 2001)
Field replaceable connectors for reduced EMI/RFI
Molex is launching a range of SMA field replaceable connectors to offer high performance and low loss on a wide operating frequency range from DC to 27GHz
News from Molex UK (24 September 2001)
Sense the pressure
A new family of compact, robust, programmable electronic pressure switches and a robust industrial analogue pressure sensor are now available from Norgren
News from Norgren (24 September 2001)
Free enclosure thermal calculation software
The latest version of Pfannenberg's PC-based free thermal calculation software is a powerful tool, enabling engineers to calculate the cooling and heating requirements for a project
News from Pfannenberg (UK) (24 September 2001)
Praise for control valve contract performance
Severn Glocon has been praised for its performance in the supply of specialised severe service control valves to a Middle East oil production platform
News from Severn Glocon (24 September 2001)
Lowering the cost of PCB moisture protection
3M has launched Novec coating EGC-1700, to provide a fast and low cost way of protecting sensitive electronic circuits and assemblies against moisture and corrosive chemicals
News from 3M Speciality Materials (24 September 2001)
Success for safety lamp distributors
Recently appointed overseas distributor for Wolf Safety have been responsible for a major upsurge in sales of the company's compressed air and electric safety lamps
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (24 September 2001)
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