News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 November
to Saturday 10 November 2001
Over 100 drives for air handling at hospital
User Application Article Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, the UK's largest new acute teaching hospital project, is installing ABB variable speed drives to maintain a clean air supply in its operating theatres
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 9 November 2001)
Valves and valve islands amongst latest launches
Asco Joucomatic's new UK Short Form Pneumatics Catalogue includes latest product innovations such as VCS - the easy way to connect valves, and Mega, fieldbus-compatible, spool valve islands Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics ( 9 November 2001)
Easy alarm status telemetry at remote facilities
The Pulsar Telelog from Jekyll Electronic Technology is a major innovation for companies wishing to add alarm status telemetry at remote facilities. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology ( 9 November 2001)
Gear reducers tackle demands of amusement rides
User Application Article Brevini says it is an established presence in the amusement ride sector, supplying a vast range of different types of gear reducers and hydraulic motors and electric motors
News from Brevini ( 9 November 2001)
WindowsXP Embedded OS now on CompactPCI hardware
BVM's cPC200 processor board with ACPI can run the WindowsXPE operating system in a CompactPCI chassis and can be swapped out live by use of the "hibernate" feature
News from BVM ( 9 November 2001)
Small mechanical parts in handy storage boxes
Components Direct has launched three sizes of parts assortments in a sturdy polypropylene storage box with fasteners, grommets, knobs, nylon screws, spacers, clips, rivets, plugs, terminals and more
News from Components Direct ( 9 November 2001)
Next generation of EDM workgroup software ships
Cyco Software has started shipping AutoManager TeamWork 2002, the world's next generation of EDM workgroup software for design teams of five to 15 users
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 9 November 2001)
Encase your enclosure with silicone rubber
The ARB011 and ARB022 enclosure boots enable you to encase your enclosure with shock absorbent silicone rubber, preventing your valuable instruments from being jarred.
News from Evatron Enclosures ( 9 November 2001)
One-stop supply service extends university deal
The National Universities Working Party on Electronic Components (NUWPEC) has announced, in advance, its decision to extend the national agreement it shares with Farnell and CPC's onecall.
News from Farnell ( 9 November 2001)
Transient Recorder, DSO and PC in a single system
The new Accura 100 combines the power of a high resolution Transient Recorder, the display and control of an oscilloscope plus the capabilities of a Windows PC in a single system
News from LDS Test and Measurement ( 9 November 2001)
Successful simulation project for African oilfield
User Application Article Hyprotech and Shell Deepwater Services have completed a collaborative engineering effort resulting in the production of a working transient model of Shell's Bonga oil field production facilities
News from Aspen Technology ( 9 November 2001)
Safety company's web site now much more than most
Most companies' websites are merely electronic sales brochures, but ICS Triplex's radically new website presents visitors with objective technical information and up to the minute industry news
News from ICS Triplex ( 9 November 2001)
Linear ball bearing gives smoother recirculation
A new range of linear ball bearings from INA offers an excellent price/performance ratio and decisive technical advantages over conventional designs. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 9 November 2001)
Static control systems purchasing online extension
Electronic production equipment specialist Kaisertech has launched phase two of its on-line shop enabling online purchasing by more traditional means: cheque or account Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech ( 9 November 2001)
New Hong Kong Manager for recruitment specialist
As part of the continued NES Overseas expansion and growth, Matt Wolstenholme has been appointed Operations Manager for the Hong Kong division.
News from NES Group ( 9 November 2001)
New man in charge of overseas recruitment buisness
NES Overseas has promoted Lee Hudson (Managing Director) to the position of Executive Director for the NES Group, and he will now be responsible for all Group overseas business
News from NES Group ( 9 November 2001)
Increased production rates from fastener press
The mid-range Pemserter Tech2t automatic press for installing self-clinching fasteners offers increased production rates and improved insertion quality
News from PennEngineering ( 9 November 2001)
UPS gets the nod for UK railway applications
Advance-Galatrek has been granted specific product approval by Railtrack for the installation of its MasterElite range of Uninterruptible Power Systems in signalling and communications applications
News from Riello UPS ( 9 November 2001)
Systems integrator's Engineering Director steps up
IT systems integrator Servelec has announced the appointment of Alan Stubbs - previously Engineering Director for almost six years - as its new Managing Director.
News from CSE Servelec ( 9 November 2001)
Electrical giant optimistic about UK targets
Schneider Electric, reports that, with more than nine months of the 2001 trading year complete, its UK distributor network is optimistic about meeting the organisation's ambitious targets for growth
News from Schneider Electric ( 9 November 2001)
Using drum heaters for melting and liquefying
Isopad electric drum heaters are aimed at media require heating for removal from their storage drums and some need to be kept at a specific maintain temperature over extended time periods
News from Tyco Thermal Controls ( 9 November 2001)
Publicity courses can improve any business
AGM Publicity (Training) has introduced a programme of courses for companies wanting to establish a new in-house publicity unit or improve the effectiveness of existing PR facilities.
News from AGM Training ( 8 November 2001)
Sliding element replicates slots and guides
Algor has announced the release of a new slider element for its Mechanical Event Simulation line of software products that enables engineers to simulate slots or guides within mechanisms.
News from Algor ( 8 November 2001)
Test jig to check Fuji surface-mount machines
AlternativeSMT has developed a Fuji feeder test jig to check the performance and functionality of feeders for the Fuji CP4, CP6 and CP7 surface-mount assembly machines.
News from Alternative SMT ( 8 November 2001)
Accurate lighting design with dedicated software
Accurate and detailed lighting design can now be achieved quickly and easily with the new range of Lumen Micro lighting software which has just been launched by Amtech Brochure Available
News from Amtech Power Software ( 8 November 2001)
Integrated voice and data cabling for biotech firm
User Application Article A structured cabling system supplied by AMP Netconnect has been successfully installed at the prestigious new headquarters of biotechnology company Oxford GlycoSciences
News from AMP Netconnect ( 8 November 2001)
High power/size ratio ironless-rotor DC motors
The tiny 30GT range motors from Portescap, which are just 62mm long, offer a continuous power rating of 70W and a typical maximum operating speed of 11,000 rpm
News from API Portsecap ( 8 November 2001)
Solid state relays limit current in telecomms
Clare PLA140L OptoMOS solid state relays from AX distribution couple load voltage ratings of 400V and load current ratings 200mA with current limiting capabilities
News from AX Distribution ( 8 November 2001)
Cathodic protection for steel piles at new quay
User Application Article A new deep water quay at London's Tilbury Docks is to have its steel piles protected against advanced low water corrosion by a BAC Corrosion Control impressed current cathodic protection system
News from BAC Corrosion Control ( 8 November 2001)
New range of DIN rail accessories for encoders
BEI Technologies' new DIN rail mountable interface units are for use with all types of incremental encoder and comprise an Encoder Test Module, Optical Isolator and Galvanically Isolated Barrier
News from BEI Technologies ( 8 November 2001)
3D modelling for giant new paper mill
User Application Article A new paper mill for Cartiere Burgo in Italy will be one of the largest in the world, and contractors are using Cadmatic 3D modelling for the plant design and engineering work
News from Cadmatic ( 8 November 2001)
Sheet metalwork and finishing under one roof
Now available from CTL Components is an integrated manufacturing service that provides a one stop shop for precision sheet metalwork, painting, screen printing and mechanical assembly
News from CTL Components ( 8 November 2001)
Morphing in an analogue and digital world
Technical Background Article A micro controller that can "morph" from one set of functions to another on the fly? Cypress has introduced essentially a Programmable System on a Chip micro controller, as this article explains
News from Cypress Semiconductor ( 8 November 2001)
Paver Bearings now available through distributors
The Sealmaster line of Paver Bearings, specifically designed to handle the demanding environments of the paving industry, is now available through authorized distributors.
News from Emerson Power Transmission ( 8 November 2001)
Engineering information site now offers supplies
EngineerSupply.com, which was mostly an information source, but has now been re-developed to offer the AEC world products and supplies such as measuring wheels, specialty calculators and more
News from EngineerSupply ( 8 November 2001)
Easy interface on new component press-in machine
The new CPM Prestige from Harting is a semi-automatic electronics component press-in machine combining short cycle times, advanced sensing technology and an easy-to-use graphics interface
News from Harting ( 8 November 2001)
New servo drives connect easily to Fieldbus
Outstanding dynamic performance, integral EMC filtering, and the ability to connect to virtually any fieldbus system are among the benefits of the new range of servo drives from Hayes Control Systems
News from Hayes Control Systems ( 8 November 2001)
Pressure transmitter can be set to exact range
Huba Control's 507 is an extremely compact pressure transmitter which can be programmed in-house to offer the exact pressure range for the application Brochure Available
News from Huba Control UK ( 8 November 2001)
New torque tools designed for heavy production use
Hytorc (Unex) has launched new high-strength MXT-SA versions of its 3/4-inch, 1-inch and 1 1/2-inch square-drive tools equipped with larger, stronger internal parts
News from Hytorc (Unex) ( 8 November 2001)
Consultancy provides innovative yacht bridge input
User Application Article A prototype bridge system for luxury cruisers and yachts has been developed by Kelvin Hughes in conjunction with Industrial Design Consultancy, a company well known for introducing style into projects
News from Industrial Design Consultancy (IDC) ( 8 November 2001)
World market for industrial robots surges
The world market for industrial robots surged by 25 per cent in 2000 over the previous year, according to the annual survey from the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
News from International Federation Of Robotics ( 8 November 2001)
New Gateshead Millennium Bridge is under control
User Application Article Kvaerner Markham was responsible for the systems that control the tilting process and earn the newly opened Gateshead Millennium Bridge its nickname, the 'Blinking Eye'.
News from DavyMarkham ( 8 November 2001)
Drill "as quiet as a vacuum cleaner" for old folks
User Application Article Residents at a Suffolk nursing home were spared much of the usual noise and vibration that accompanies construction work thanks to the quiet operation of a diamond core drill from Marcrist
News from Marcrist International ( 8 November 2001)
Advances In diamond blades benefit barn conversion
User Application Article refurbishment specialist J Mather Construction is now a convert to Marcrist blades, which are long lasting, fast, produce a clean cut, and maintain their diameter for a consistent working depth
News from Marcrist International ( 8 November 2001)
Marine gearboxes selected for pleasure boats
User Application Article Newage PRM 80 and 120 marine gearboxes have been selected by Beta Marine as the preferred option for use with its range of diesel engines for pleasure boat and inland waterway craft applications
News from Newage Transmissions ( 8 November 2001)
More features in electronics manufacturing testing
The Peak Group has introduced a number of new features to its TestMaster suite of programs, adding comprehensive display, reporting, database, analysis and communications capabilities
News from Peak Production Equipment ( 8 November 2001)
Display/processor separation option on panel PC
QCL's new 3000 series is a ruggedised panel PC intended for industrial applications, based on a standard single board computer with disk on chip and watchdog facilities
News from Quick Controls ( 8 November 2001)
Competitively priced silicone rubber keypads
Competitively priced silicone rubber keypads from Radiatron have a wide choice of customisation options: tactile response, various keystroke travel distances and a choice of actuation forces
News from ACAL Radiatron ( 8 November 2001)
New issue of transducer newsletter published
Produced for design and research engineers, specifiers and students, 'Transducer Action' combines application features with in-depth information and the latest developments from RDP Electronics Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics ( 8 November 2001)
Find CMMS consultants more efficiently on the web
Reliabilityweb.com has joined the ProSavvy network to offer maintenance and reliability related project e-procurement, dramatically reducing the time, costs and risks of obtaining consultancy services
News from Reliabilityweb.com ( 8 November 2001)
Low power radio module specialist Quasar acquired
RF Solutions, the Sussex based electronics manufacturer and supplier of radio products has purchased low power radio module specialist Quasar.
News from RF Solutions ( 8 November 2001)
FM radio transceivers reliable over 300m
RF Solutions' X2010 and X2011 FM radio transceivers are designed to give wireless high reliability operation at data rates of up to 20Kbit/s over distances of typically 300 metres
News from RF Solutions ( 8 November 2001)
Interesting mounting options offered by proxies
Stedham Electronics' flatpack family of capacitive proximity sensors have a wide sensing range adjustable from 5mm to 25mm, and are available in cable or connector versions
News from Stedham Electronics ( 8 November 2001)
Report into vacuum metrology now available
A survey to investigate the criticality and financial value of good vacuum metrology to industrial processes, with a particular emphasis on surface coating processes, is now available
News from Sira ( 8 November 2001)
Punch type components up to eight times faster
The latest Okamoto UPZ 315Li high speed CNC surface grinding machines are able to produce punch type components up to eight times faster than traditional optical profile grinding methods
News from 600 Centre ( 8 November 2001)
Maintenance contract cuts machine costs
SKF is now able to offer a comprehensive range of products and maintenance services which will allow manufacturers to fix the costs of a key element of maintenance without additional costs or risks Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 8 November 2001)
Fire Protection Hood keeps safety systems running
The new tough polycarbonate E30 Fire Protection Hood from Spelsberg UK protects junction boxes and wiring by automatically sealing itself when exposed to heat. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK ( 8 November 2001)
Reporting software joins Rockwell partner program
SyTech has announced that XLReporter has been accepted to Rockwell Automation's Encompass program and is referenced for use with Allen Bradley and Rockwell Software products.
News from Sytech ( 8 November 2001)
Cadkey Academic Design Suite for NHTI
Tech Ed Concepts has approved the request of 100 seats of Cadkey Academic Design Suite software (valued over $400,000) to the New Hampshire Technical Institute (NHTI) Engineering Technology Department
News from Tech Ed Concepts ( 8 November 2001)
New lightweight, precision titanium balls
Thomson Precision Ball Company has introduced a new family of balls made from inert titanium, available in two materials, Type 6AL4V and Type 6AL4V-ELI
News from Danaher Motion ( 8 November 2001)
Silicon nitride balls ideal for medical uses
Thomson has introduced a new family of balls made from silicon nitride that are ideal for a number of high precision medical and test applications, including dental drills and gauges
News from Danaher Motion ( 8 November 2001)
New low-cost incremental and absolute encoders
Thomson Micron has announced a new line of high performance, low-cost Incremental and Absolute optical encoders which satisfy moderate to high-end accuracy requirements.
News from Danaher Motion ( 8 November 2001)
Linear motion and control products now on CD-Rom
For the first time, engineers can now access on CD-Rom what its manufacturer says is the most comprehensive offering of linear motion and control products available from any worldwide supplier.
News from Danaher Motion ( 8 November 2001)
Principles of ball screw actuation explained
A new 24-page catalogue reviews the operating principles of ball screw actuation, and explains the advantage of Thomson ball screws, as well as tracing the history of the company's technology
News from Danaher Motion ( 8 November 2001)
Flexible hoses for temperature critical materials
Isopad Flexible Heated Hoses, from Tyco Thermal Controls, offer resistance to the high temperatures, pressures and aggressive materials often present in processing plant.
News from Tyco Thermal Controls ( 8 November 2001)
Mechanical parts library integrated into Catia V5
Trace Parts is to be the first Dassault Systemes Partner to complement Catia V5 standard parts catalogs by delivering more than 200,000 standard V5 parts directly accessible from DS 3D PLM solutions
News from TraceParts ( 8 November 2001)
Sophisticated control in modular format
Amplicon Liveline is now offering of a range of compact data acquisition and control modules manufactured by Technman, for use in industrial and environmental applications
News from Amplicon ( 7 November 2001)
Easiest ever distribution of map and design data
Autodesk has announced Autodesk MapGuide 6, the latest version of its web distribution solution designed to help local governments, utilities, and communications firms use their map and design data
News from Autodesk ( 7 November 2001)
Revised dates for Instrumentation Conference
ISA has set revised dates for the first Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation European Conference and Exhibition, which will now be 13-14 March 2002
News from ISA ( 7 November 2001)
Ultrasonic distance sensor handles tilt/vibration
Designed to operate in tough environments, the RPS-400-6 ultrasonic distance sensor has an approximate 6 degree beam angle, which enables targets to be detected whilst tilting or vibrating
News from Ixthus Instrumentation ( 7 November 2001)
Incremental encoder up to 36000 increments/rev
Majestic Controls' latest offerings from Micronor includes new high resolution incremental and absolute encoders which provide extremely precise control.
News from Majestic Controls ( 7 November 2001)
Abrasives ranges extended with two new additions
Marcrist is launching additions to its bonded abrasives ranges, including products for stainless cutting and grinding, and ultra thin cut-off wheels
News from Marcrist International ( 7 November 2001)
DC drives selection made easier by CD-Rom
A wealth of useful information and software for the selection, specification and configuration of DC drives has been crammed on to a new CD-Rom by Sprint Electric.
News from Sprint Electric ( 7 November 2001)
Real-time oscilloscope performance unleashed
The Tektronix CSA7404 is the first and only real-time digital oscilloscope to specifically address the design of high-speed electrical and optical systems with data rates of up to 2.5Gb/sec Brochure Available
News from Tektronix ( 7 November 2001)
Rugged construction for ultrasonic air transducers
The Massa Models TR-2436/150 and TR-2445/210 are new ultrasonic air transducers encased in a small solid plastic housing, which results in a robust package with a completely sealed face Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing ( 7 November 2001)
DC operated mini contactors ideal for Rotork
User Application Article Rotork Controls has simplified the motor control system on its second generation IQ range of intelligent electric valve actuators by switching to a reversing pair of ABB DC operated mini contactors
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) ( 6 November 2001)
Price/performance benchmark for data acquisition?
The new IOtech DaqBoard/2000 series is being claimed to set the price/performance benchmark for high-speed, multi-function plug-and-play data acquisition for PCI bus computers Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 6 November 2001)
Newsletter features sensors, valves and more
Amot's latest 'Flagship' newsletter details new products and applications mainly directed at the marine industry, including the XTS bearing sensor that gives early warning of possible bearing failure Brochure Available
News from AMOT ( 6 November 2001)
Oscilloscope incorporates its own logic analyser
The Agilent 54622D oscilloscope provides a solution to three problems: observing all the signals of interest at once; finding important details; and seeing how analogue and digital signals interact
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 6 November 2001)
Vaporising pressure regulators now ex-stock
Boiswood is offering ex-stock delivery on the new Kenmac KEV Series electrically heated vaporising pressure regulator, which offers the flexibility of multiple condulet mounting
News from Boiswood ( 6 November 2001)
Handbook and CD-Rom outline sensors in buildings
BAPI has created a handbook to assist engineers, controls contractors, mechanical contractors, and architects in specifying and applying the most effective sensor solutions for their applications.
News from Building Automation Products ( 6 November 2001)
Enclosure for temperature and humidity sensors
The EU enclosure is designed for temperature and humidity sensors in duct and outside air applications, and its light color reflects sunlight, minimizing reading error
News from Building Automation Products ( 6 November 2001)
Easy to use room temperature control system
The RuPS provides local room temperature measurement and display on an easy to read LCD readout, with vertical slidepot setpoint adjust and override.
News from Building Automation Products ( 6 November 2001)
Convenient voltage converter for use with sensors
BAPI has designed the VC75 for applications where DC voltage is required for a peripheral device (i.e a BAPI sensor), but only a 24VAC is available.
News from Building Automation Products ( 6 November 2001)
Temperature and humidity display in one enclosure
The BAPI combination temperature/humidity sensor, the X-combo, has been designed to meet those applications which require local indication of temperature and humidity in one enclosure
News from Building Automation Products ( 6 November 2001)
Check valves have integral leak-tight end fittings
Circle Seal Controls check valves with integral Hoke 'Gyrolok' end fittings give extended valve life and safety combined with economy while eliminating a possible system leak path
News from Circor Instrumentation ( 6 November 2001)
New 2D CAD release offers collaborative design
CoCreate Software has announced a new release of its 2D mechanical design and drafting software, ME10 2002 Dynamic Drafting, which permits higher levels of collaborative design
News from CoCreate Software ( 6 November 2001)
Interesting new approach to centrifugal brakes
Suco has 'married' an electromagnetic brake to a centrifugal brake and the design can be set to half the motor speed without retarding the motor because the clutch housing can rotate freely
News from Combidrive ( 6 November 2001)
Load bank combines high capacity with portability
The latest portable load bank from Cressall Resistors combines small size and low weight with the high capacity needed for power supply testing in the telecommunications and other industries
News from Cressall Resistors ( 6 November 2001)
DeviceNet available factory installed on drives
Danfoss Drives announces that DeviceNet is a new factory installed option available on all VLT 2800 Series drive models, with an ODVA approved 2m drop cable available as a separate option
News from Danfoss Drives ( 6 November 2001)
Laser bar code scanner offers very high accuracy
The Argusscan high performance, omni-directional laser bar code scanner offers an extremely high first pass read accuracy, allowing for maximum productivity
News from DED ( 6 November 2001)
Simulation improves manufacturing cell performance
User Application Article A combination of modelling a manufacturing cell in Delmia's Quest and applying lean manufacturing techniques recently helped N and R Engineering improve the cell's performance
News from Delmia ( 6 November 2001)
IR detector meets volumetric gas measurement needs
Det-Tronics' Pirvol is a point-infrared volumetric combustible gas monitor, designed to fill the need for an instrument measuring hydrocarbon in the range of 0 to 100% by volume
News from Detector Electronics (UK) ( 6 November 2001)
1U compatible cooling fan for Pentium IIIs
EAO has expanded its range of CPU cooling solutions with the addition of a low profile, high performance, 1U compatible cooling fan to the San Ace MC Series of CPU coolers. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 6 November 2001)
Cord operation option for telescopic cover stays
Telescopic cover stays from Emka are being used for support of horizontal or vertical covers on control panels, e.g rooftop air-conditioning cabinets, for support, or simply as a wind stay. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK ( 6 November 2001)
Truly portable dry-well heat source
How do you verify your thermometer readout is correct? Electronic Temperature Instruments' new 3001 dry-well heat source calibrator is a truly portable dry-well heat source.
News from Electronic Temperature Instruments ( 6 November 2001)
New website offers flow control group overview
FCX International has unveiled a new portal web site providing a simple doorway to contacts, services and products in all of its global network
News from Truflo International ( 6 November 2001)
New name for FEGS reflects completed restructuring
After 23 years FEGS has now been renamed TranscenData Europe Limited, and the Oakington office has become the European headquarters for the new organisation
News from TranscenData Europe ( 6 November 2001)
Blue Diamond becomes pneumatic Premier Stockist
As a Premier Stockist, Blue Diamond is now able to more quickly and accurately meet local customers' requirements by holding a large selection of Festo products in stock Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 6 November 2001)
CFD software for Spain and Portugal
Flow Science, has entered into an agreement with Solintec to market and support Flow Science's Flow-3D computational fluid dynamics software in Spain and Portugal
News from Flow Science ( 6 November 2001)
Metallic Welding Equipment market begins recovery
Latest research from Frost and Sullivan shows the European Metallic Welding Equipment Market has started to recover from the downward spiral it had found itself in over the last few years.
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 6 November 2001)
Wash, rinse and dry for press formed components
A continuous flow of newly punched and press-formed steel components can now be automatically degreased, washed, rinsed and dried ready for seam welding and assembly, at up to 90 components/hour Brochure Available
News from Guyson International ( 6 November 2001)
Ink jet coders improve flexibility at seed company
User Application Article The change from metal type coders to four Imaje ink jet coders has improved production flexibility and reduced change-over time by 80% at Mr Fothergill's Seeds of Newmarket
News from Imaje UK ( 6 November 2001)
Accurate sampling of low viscosity fluids
The new Jiskoot 710EL range of electric samplers gives fast and accurate sampling of low abrasion, low viscosity fluids in a wide range of crude oil or refined product applications
News from Jiskoot ( 6 November 2001)
Seal water system boosts pump efficiency
The John Crane Safeunit seal water system ensures trouble-fee operation of pumps and process machinery while dramatically reducing water consumption, by up to 80%
News from Crane ( 6 November 2001)
Cable glands provide a cost effective EMC solution
The KG8 and KG9 are two new cable glands from KEC that provide high levels of electrical and environmental protection while avoiding the use of expensive and labour intensive in-line connectors
News from KEC ( 6 November 2001)
Frameless motors offer low degree of torque ripple
The new Indramat MBT series of torque motors comprises motors in a range of sizes offering maximum torque ratings of up to 4500 Nm at design speeds from 100 to 750 rpm
News from Bosch Rexroth - Electric Drives and Controls ( 6 November 2001)
New positioning module for top-selling PLC
The latest FX2N-10PG pulse output block for the FX2N series micro PLC is engineered to drive stepping and servo motors with a high speed pulse train output, making it ideal for micro stepping Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 6 November 2001)
Pumps ideal for handling condiments with care
User Application Article English Provender is using two hygienic S Range progressing cavity pumps from Mono to transfer condiments, chutneys, dessert sauces and sweet spreads to various holding tanks throughout the factory
News from Mono Pumps ( 6 November 2001)
Success at sewage works leads to more pump orders
User Application Article Yorkshire Water's Naburn Sewage Treatment works in York has undergone a substantial upgrade, and Mono Pumps was engaged to handle the sludge processing element of the works
News from Mono Pumps ( 6 November 2001)
Motor protection system gets innovation award
At last week's Electrical Industry Awards ceremony Moeller Electric picked up the prestigious Innovative Product of the Year Award for its new revolutionary ZEV motor protection system.
News from Moeller Electric ( 6 November 2001)
Training completes Measuring Machine package
User Application Article When purchasing a Mitutoyo QV Quick Vision Measuring Machine, Peterson Springs realised that a full training package from Mitutoyo would enable the best possible results to be obtained Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) ( 6 November 2001)
Mechanical key transfer system cuts accidents
Netherlocks manufactures a maintenance-free machine guarding package, normally mounted to switches, doors, valves, etc., based on the mechanical key transfer system
News from Netherlocks Safety Systems ( 6 November 2001)
More developments to DIN Rail power supply
With the new SL20.310 (24-28V/20 or 25 A) Puls has now issued the latest version of its power supply classic, first introduced to the DIN-Rail market by the Munich-based company five years ago.
News from Puls UK ( 6 November 2001)
Vertical sump pumps withstand aggressive media
A new range of robust, vertical sump pumps which are designed to withstand aggressive and abrasive media, has recently been introduced by liquids handling specialists Pump Engineering.
News from Pump Engineering ( 6 November 2001)
Position sensors used to measure strawberry plants
User Application Article When ADAS started on a project to measure the effects of growing environments on the flavour quality of a strawberry, it used RDP's SensaGap range of non-contacting position sensors Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics ( 6 November 2001)
World's most powerful storage battery to be built
Saft, the battery company, has won an order worth around US$10million for the design and manufacture of the world's most powerful storage battery, capable of supplying 40 MW of power Brochure Available
News from Saft Rechargeable Battery Systems ( 6 November 2001)
Ultrasonic sensors aimed at carwash applications
Designed for sensing solids or liquids in carwash applications, the US25-OEM ultrasonic sensors provide easy installation, a number of mounting options, and a sensing range from 8 inches to 25ft
News from Automation Products Group ( 6 November 2001)
Explosion proof single-beam safety control system
Scientific Technologies has introduced the BeamSafe III-EP - a compact single-beam safety control system rated for Class 1, Group C and D explosive environments
News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 6 November 2001)
World's most powerful storage battery to be built
User Application Article Saft, the battery company, has won an order worth around US$10million for the design and manufacture of the world's most powerful storage battery, capable of supplying 40 MW of power Brochure Available
News from Saft Industrial Batteries ( 6 November 2001)
Extensive range of geared motors launched
New geared motors from Siemens Automation and Drives include spur, mitre, flat and worm types, supplied with outputs from 90W to 7.5kW, with shaft heights from 63mm to 132mm
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 6 November 2001)
High strength angular rate sensor at low cost
Technical Background Article A new Coriolis-based rotational motion rate sensor fabricated in single crystal silicon gives an angular rate sensor product at a fraction of the expense, coupled with extraordinary strength
News from Silicon Sensing Systems ( 6 November 2001)
Modular level measurement and control system
A new modular level measurement and control system for the water industry comprises a choice of ultrasonic or hydrostatic level transmitters, and wall- or panel-mounted control units
News from Mobrey Measurement ( 6 November 2001)
New hot water system for N.Irish sauce factory
User Application Article Spirax Sarco has equipped a new boiler house and hot water system installed during a major expansion at Rich Sauces' factory in Northern Ireland.
News from Spirax Sarco ( 6 November 2001)
Bags help meet IPC/ JEDEC Standard J-STD-033
Static Control Components (Europe) now offers a complete system for packaging and protecting sensitive electronic components, and assemblies, from both static electricity and moisture.
News from Static Control Components (Europe) ( 6 November 2001)
Acoustic racks play role in hit documentaries
User Application Article Strongbox acoustic racks have been used by the Soho production-company, Resolution, in the editing of both the fly-on-the-wall documentaries, 'Big Brother' and the 'Popstars' programme
News from Strongbox ( 6 November 2001)
Sparks and airborne dust removed at Bott
User Application Article Using Torit DCE's Environmental Control Booths, storage equipment manufacturer Bott has ensured the health and safety of its workers, while raising productivity levels
News from Torit DCE ( 6 November 2001)
Software improves finish on maching centre
Yamazen (UK) is offering a highly accurate vertical machining centre designed to provide the levels of surface quality and integrity demanded by the mould sector
News from Matchmaker M/C ( 6 November 2001)
Smaller, affordable horizontal machining centre
Following a recently signed agency agreement, Yamazen (UK) has added the compact Japanese-built Kiwa KNH-426 high speed horizontal machining centre to its product range.
News from Matchmaker M/C ( 6 November 2001)
Process industry motor features extended life
ABB's M3000 Motor for Process Industries features improved cooling to double the operational life of bearings and windings, thus addressing the causes of 90% of motor failures
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 5 November 2001)
Economical sensor for high pressure applications
A new pressure transducer from Amalgamated Instrument Co has a range of 0 to 600 bar G and represents an economical sensor for high pressure applications
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co ( 5 November 2001)
Contribute to the Energy and Resources debate
The UK Government has launched its biggest review of energy policy for over half a century and professional engineers along with the general public will now have the opportunity to contribute
News from Engineering Council ( 5 November 2001)
Britain's largest range of stock springs on CD-Rom
A CD cataloguing Britain's largest range of stock springs and featuring an interactive spring selector to simplify specifying and ordering on- line, has been launched by Lee Spring Brochure Available
News from Lee Spring ( 5 November 2001)
Filter vessels and cartridges offer cost savings
Parker Filtration's new MegaFlow Series high flow filter vessels and cartridges offer significant savings in annual filtration costs by reducing the number of cartridges required Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division ( 5 November 2001)
Compact power supply features high power density
Now available from Powerline is the Digital Power ePower 300, a compact switch-mode power supply designed to provide an exceptionally high power density in the most demanding applications.
News from Powerline ( 5 November 2001)
New circuit-breakers for rated currents to 1600A
Rockwell Automation introduces the Allen-Bradley 140L Series circuit breaker, available with conventional or electronic microprocessor based protection and extending the range up to 1600 A.
News from Rockwell Automation ( 5 November 2001)
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