News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 25 November
to Saturday 1 December 2001
Digital readout plays key role at Dyson supplier
User Application Article An Anilam Wizard digital readout system is playing a key role in maintaining the necessary quality levels required in the manufacture of the Dyson Contrarotator washing machin
News from ACI (UK) (30 November 2001)
Positioner tackles ink jet nozzle assembly task
User Application Article Anorad, the manufacturer of direct drive positioning technology, has developed a large X-Y-rotary positioning system, for use in the assembly of ink jet printer nozzles
News from Anorad UK (30 November 2001)
No heatsinks for low-profile 50W DC/DC converters
Artesyn Technologies has extended its range of quarter-brick DC/DC converters with the introduction of a series of low-profile 50W modules.
News from Emerson Network Power - Embedded Power (30 November 2001)
Matched motor and drive for contour cutting units
User Application Article ProCom has chosen Baldor's matched servo motors and drives for the contour cutting control systems it is supplying to the machine builder Assyst-Bullmer. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (30 November 2001)
Viewing technology added to Kewill software
Kewill ERP has announced that it will embed AutoVue viewing technology from Cimmetry Systems into its Jobboss 6.0 suite of shop management applications
News from Cimmetry Systems (30 November 2001)
Collaborative design software aimed at Windows XP
CoCreate Software has announced that the OneSpace Solution Suite 2002, its collaborative design software, has been developed, successfully tested and qualified for the Windows XP operating system.
News from CoCreate Software (30 November 2001)
New more corrosion-resistant cabinet closure
The new 1000-U753 is a polyamide winghandle with polyamide barrel and cam for closure of electrical enclosures, cabinets, wall mounted boxes, toolboxes etc Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (30 November 2001)
Metal separator company joins PMMDA
Eriez Magnetics Europe, the company which designs and manufacturers metal separators and detectors, has officially become a member of the Polymer Machinery Manufacturers and Distributors Association. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (30 November 2001)
New sales manager in Germany for CAD data company
TranscenData Europe has expanded its German operations with the recruitment of Sales Manager Werner Hochreiter to concentrate on sales throughout southern Germany.
News from TranscenData Europe (30 November 2001)
Relay and timer socket takes suppression modules
Finder has unveiled a new socket for use with the 2, 3 and 4 pole 55 Series industrial relay and 85 Series timer unit which is suitable for both DIN rail and direct to panel mounting
News from Finder (30 November 2001)
Gripper removes sprue in injection moulding
A clever little gripper, made by Gimatic in Italy, is new on the market as a standard product but well proven in industry as it originally has been made to customer design.
News from FS Engineering (30 November 2001)
Power supply suited to medical equipment uses
Sirius M, the latest 200W configurable switched mode power supply from Lambda, has an impressive EMC performance, provides low ripple, and no minimum load requirement on its main output Brochure Available
News from Lambda (30 November 2001)
Corporate reorganisation for connector company
Following a corporate reorganisation, from January 2002, all Lumberg's international operations and products will be divided into 3 core divisions: Network, IT Systems and Automation
News from Lumberg UK (30 November 2001)
Drive keeps motor working at maximum efficiency
Mitsubishi's new F500 series is a development of the highly successful A540 drive and uses Flux Optimisation technology to ensure the motor is working at its maximum efficiency the whole time Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (30 November 2001)
Robust, ergonomic new instrument enclosures
Serpac has introduced the SL Series of enclosures, manufactured in grey, black and almond hard-wearing ABS and ideal for hand-held, portable and desk-top electronics.
News from OKW Enclosures (30 November 2001)
Ni-MH cells ideally suited for cordless powertools
Saft has extended its Super High Power 'VH' series of rechargeable NiMH cylindrical cells with the addition of the new VH Cs HP designed for fast charge and high discharge rates Brochure Available
News from Saft Rechargeable Battery Systems (30 November 2001)
Two different pressures measured in one package
Sensortechnics' new "2-in-1" ultra-low pressure sensor offers measurement of two different pressures in one single package, and allows OEMs to reduce board space and save design time
News from Sensortechnics UK (30 November 2001)
Geological testing system relies on ballscrew
User Application Article To control the pressure exerted on the rock or soil samples, UK manufacturer of computer controlled testing systems for geological engineers, GDS Instruments, relies on a precision ballscrew from SKF Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (30 November 2001)
Logistics operation reaches BS EN ISO 9001:2000
The Telford-based logistics division of electrical power distribution, automation and industrial control expert, Schneider Electric, has won approval to the new BS EN ISO 9001:2000 quality standard
News from Schneider Electric (30 November 2001)
Cost-effective cylindrical grinding machine
Manufactured in the Czech Republic by Cetos, the new BUA 25A universal cylindrical grinding machine with teach-in CNC system is claimed to offer an unrivalled price-to-performance specification
News from Ward CNC Machinery (30 November 2001)
Find, import, manage and format your references
A major upgrade to ISI Researchsoft's Reference Manager software gives better integration with Microsoft Word, new ways to store links to online research, and direct access to ISI Web of Science Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (29 November 2001)
Fasteners company putsexperience on website
Challenge Industrial Fastenings has launched its first website to cover its full spectrum of specialist threaded fastenings and associated items
News from Challenge (Europe) (29 November 2001)
Viewing and markup program wins editor's choice
Cimmetry Systems has announced that AutoVue SolidModel, the viewing and markup program, has won the coveted editor's choice award from Cadence magazine.
News from Cimmetry Systems (29 November 2001)
US$10 million agreement for solid object printers
3D Systems and Cynovad have announced a manufacturing and supply agreement for several hundred solid object printers, to be supplied by the end 2004.
News from 3D Systems Europe (29 November 2001)
Futuristic enclosure design with rounded corners
Evatron's new PP71 enclosure has a futuristic design with rounded corners and recessed sides greatly enhancing the aesthetics, but is still claimed to be very cost-effective
News from Evatron Enclosures (29 November 2001)
Piezo accelerometers offer wide frequency response
Endevco's Piezopak series of low-cost piezoelectric accelerometers offer a wide frequency response, high shock survivability and low noise
News from Endevco (29 November 2001)
New websites for test and measurement companies
Continuing the investment into its Material Test Business Unit, Ametek has launched new websites for its Chatillon, Lloyd Instruments, and Davenport brands.
News from Lloyd Instruments (29 November 2001)
Speed and nanometer-precision from air bearing
Ultra-smooth, high-speed performance combined with nanometer-precision linear motion is provided by a new compact, single-axis, linear air bearing stage from Heason Technologies Group.
News from Heason Technology (29 November 2001)
Central heating programmers are easy to use
The latest range of Tempus electronic central heating programmers from Invensys Climate Controls, despite their exceptional versatility, are particularly easy to use
News from Invensys Climate Controls (29 November 2001)
Software makes inspection more straightforward
LK has released a new software module called Launchpad Queuing whereby inexperienced users - typically machine operators from the shop floor - may easily set up their components for inspection
News from LK (29 November 2001)
Volvo selects CAM software to integrate with Catia
User Application Article After a three-month trial, Volvo has selected Open Mind's Hypermill computer-aided manufacturing software to work with its Catia 4.2.2 setup, in preference to two other shortlisted systems
News from Open Mind (Learning/HR) (29 November 2001)
PID controller offers relief to SLC 500
A new dual PID controller from Red Lion will both simplify and reduce the costs of using multiple PID loops with an Allen-Bradley SLC 500, by lifting the burden of PID control from the controller
News from Red Lion Controls (29 November 2001)
Surface mount reed relay requires 35% less space
The new 9290 series surface mount reed relay from Coto Technology requires 35% less board space per relay, allowing for higher density board population
News from Rhopoint Components (29 November 2001)
Test service gets "results on the table quicker"
User Application Article Sira Test and Certification has provided testing services for Urenco (Capenhurst) to assist its investigation into the advantages of constant power versus self-regulating heating cables.
News from Sira (29 November 2001)
On-line monitoring ideal for unattended systems
SKF Condition Monitoring has developed the Local Monitoring Unit (LMU), a new on-line monitoring system for applications with a need for a relatively low number of channels Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (29 November 2001)
Versatile and robust new high-power drives
Featuring compact construction, and supplied with a convenient graphics-based programming terminal, Telemecanique's new Altivar 68 drives are available with power ratings from 75kW to 500kW
News from Schneider Electric (29 November 2001)
Pumps chosen for major north-east arts project
User Application Article For the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Arts development, which will dominate the company's order books for the foreseeable future, Balfour Kilpatrick decided to use Wilo Salmson glanded pumps
News from Wilo (UK) (29 November 2001)
MPEG2 transport stream generator for DVB testing
The new VT1200 Series from Yokogawa Martron is a range of compact MPEG2 transport stream generators for verifying the correct operation of DVB systems.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (29 November 2001)
Utility to implement master station
User Application Article Customer trust-owned electricity distribution company awards contract for implementation of a replacement master station.
News from Catapult Software (29 November 2001)
Improved grip and comfort on handknobs and handles
Elesa-Clayton has introduced a range of technically advanced, specialist handknobs and handles with an elastomer finish for improved grip and comfort Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (28 November 2001)
Micro pressure sensor ideal for medical uses
The Endevco Model 32394 is a micro-miniature absolute pressure sensor with a unique sculptured diaphragm design providing high sensitivity, high overpressure capability and excellent linearity
News from Endevco (28 November 2001)
Software keeps innovative recycling under control
User Application Article Using an innovative procedure, zinc oxide is being recycled from steel works dust produced by rolling mills in Germany, with GE Fanuc's Cimplicity software used to monitor the recycling process Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (28 November 2001)
New date announced for User Group Conference
Moldflow's International User Group Conference, originally scheduled for 17-19 September at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Boston, will now take place from Sun 17-19 March 2002
News from Moldflow (Europe) (28 November 2001)
Compact text-based display packs in capabilities
The new E150 text based HMI from Mitsubishi Electric has a new compact design but still boasts a two line LCD display, 6 function keys and a complete numerical keyboard, backspace and enter keys Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (28 November 2001)
NDT testing of residual stress up to 1000x faster
A joint development between NSK and AEA Technology has produced the world's first NDT Machine capable of measuring residual stresses at any points on the surface of bearing raceways Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (28 November 2001)
First framegrabber to support Camera Link fully
The Viper-CamLink is a single slot, high performance acquisition and pre-processing board for the PCI bus, that allows capture from digital cameras using the industry standard Camera Link interface Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (28 November 2001)
Extension plinth extends transformerless UPS
Advance-Galatrek's unique range of ETX Plinths allows a conventional transformerless UPS to match the performance of a larger - and therefore more costly - ferro-resonant UPS
News from Riello UPS (28 November 2001)
Try out miniature position transducers up front
Engineers and technicians can now assess the performance of SpaceAge Control miniature position transducers prior to purchase by participating in the Evaluation Position Transducer Program.
News from SpaceAge Control (28 November 2001)
Air-circuit breakers for data centres
User Application Article M and A Switchgear has incorporated ABB Emax 2000A four pole air-circuit breakers with fully rated neutrals in two massive low voltage switchboard installations for Energis Internet Data Centres
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (27 November 2001)
The pros and cons of using air on a feeder bowl
Technical Background Article Proper use of air on part feeding equipment can assist its smooth and trouble-free operation, but excessive use of air for the lazy tooler can be difficult to live with
News from Action Feed Systems (27 November 2001)
Digital Manufacturing built around open PPR model
Delmia V5R7 is the first software release to enable complete integration between all Delmia software applications, ensuring integration between Catia, Enovia and Delmia
News from Delmia (27 November 2001)
Contractor gets Christmas lights task again
Eastern Contracting was awarded the contract to install the Christmas lights in Chelmsford Town Centre - switched on by the Mayor of Chelmsford on Sunday 18th November - for the 15th year running.
News from Alfred McAlpine Utility Services SE (27 November 2001)
Dramatically reduce electronic ballast design time
Available at no charge from the company's web site, the latest ballast design software from International Rectifier can dramatically reduce electronic ballast design time.
News from International Rectifier (27 November 2001)
Testing software proved in automotive braking
User Application Article Keithley Instruments' ADwin-Gold software has recently been used for real-time acquisition and control of some physical values in a test bench for automotive braking systems Brochure Available
News from Keithley Instruments (27 November 2001)
In-situ machining resores mill for Corus
User Application Article Metalock Engineering carried out extensive in-situ machining work at Corus, Port Talbot, to restore the reversing roughing mill to its original manufacturing tolerance
News from Metalock Engineering (27 November 2001)
new Uk source for Thermal Imaging Cameras
NEC San-ei has appointed Metrum Information Storage as its UK distributor for the long established range of Infrared Thermal Imaging Cameras.
News from Metrum Information Storage (27 November 2001)
Rugged I/O board features hardware sequencer
To reduce the complexity associated with software drivers was the primary objective behind the design of this new rugged CompactPCI board from PEP Modular Computers.
News from PEP Modular Computers (27 November 2001)
Entry-level and high-res machine vision lenses
The Vortex range of machine vision lenses is a new product line that covers both entry-level precision lenses, and high resolution lenses for more demanding machine vision applications. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (27 November 2001)
Sweet success for new vibratory equipment division
User Application Article A £700,000 project by handling specialist Geo Robson and Co at British Sugar's Newark factory has increased granulated screening capacity and accelerated the loading of bulk tankers.
News from Robson Handling Technology (27 November 2001)
Range of approaches to cable and fibre ID
For wire, cable and optical fibre identification, Tyco Electronics offers everything from traditional self-assemble markers, through computer-printable products, to laser engraving systems Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Identification Products (27 November 2001)
Identification systems in fibre-reinforced polymer
User Application Article Glass fibre-reinforced Victrex Peek polymer has been selected for the casing on a range of identification systems for production monitoring and control from Baumer Ident
News from Victrex (27 November 2001)
Power supply upgraded for Power Factor Correction
Amplicon Liveline has upgraded its successful PU200 range of 200W switch mode power supplies to the PFC200C series, bringing it in line with EN61000-3-2
News from Amplicon (26 November 2001)
Sub-zero operation clinches it for membrane dryers
User Application Article Alta Gas, the UK's largest independent suppliers of LPG and bottled gas, has chosen a Beko Drypoint M membrane dryer for protecting gas tanks at four of its depots Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (26 November 2001)
New efficiency levels for DC/DC converters
The HQ series of synchronously rectified, high efficiency DC/DC converters provide 50 Amps of output current at low voltages - current density levels and conversion efficiency previously unavailable
News from Broadband Telcom Power UK (26 November 2001)
Collaboration on electrical schematics and layouts
CoCreate Software has announced a strategic alliance with Ohio Design Automation that adds Ohio's InterComm product to the CoCreate OneSpace Solution Suite.
News from CoCreate Software (26 November 2001)
Add a pointing module quickly and inexpensively
Diamond Electronics is offering the new In Control Solutions MediaPoint Plus, a USB and PS2 ready pointing module for integration into PC's, keyboards, and a wide range of electronics
News from Diamond Electronics (26 November 2001)
Land Rover sees need for thermal imaging camera
User Application Article The Solihull site of Land Rover has invested in its own Flir Systems ThermaCAM PM675 thermal imaging camera to provide a dedicated in-house resource. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (26 November 2001)
New software package designed for force testing
Ametek has announced the world-wide launch of a data analysis and control software program to expand the functionality of its Chatillon digital hand-held force gauges
News from Lloyd Instruments (26 November 2001)
Pump passes the test at flooring manufacturer
User Application Article Reliability and suitable pump design were key factors in Bonar Floors' decision to use the Merlin progressing cavity pump from Mono Pumps at its Flotex manufacturing plant in Derbyshire
News from Mono Pumps (26 November 2001)
Versatile, configurable range of terminal cases
OKW Enclosures' range of Datec-Terminal Cases consists of 48 separate components, which can be combined to create a large number of different desk-top and wall-mounting enclosures.
News from OKW Enclosures (26 November 2001)
Fans allow downsizing and increased power density
Papst's revolutionary DV5200 series fans are designed to provide higher air pressure and higher airflow characteristics within a standard footprint
News from ebm-papst Automotive and Drives (UK) (26 November 2001)
PLC programming linked to schematics software
The new RSWire I/O Builder from Rockwell Automation is an application designed to significantly reduce the time and effort involved in control and motion system design.
News from Rockwell Automation (26 November 2001)
High ratio hypoid gears now held as stock in UK
RA Rodriguez has just announced the ex-stock availability of the new and comprehensive MHP range of high ratio hypoid gears from Japanese manufacturer KHK
News from Rodriguez (UK) (26 November 2001)
Meter/mix/dispense system is adjustable on line
The Program-A-Shot 997 meter/mix/dispense system is ideal for automated dispensing of precisely controlled shot sizes of a two-component silicone, epoxy or urethane for potting or encapsulation
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (26 November 2001)
Workholding system simplifies clamp production
User Application Article Bestobell Aviation has replaced a six stage machining process, involving three separate machines, with a machining centre and a bespoke workholding solution from WDS. Brochure Available
News from WDS (26 November 2001)
Technopolymer wing nuts/wing screws now in the US
JW Winco now has available Elesa inch size Technopolymer Plastic Ergostyle Wing Nuts and Wing Screws, made from a special glass-fiber reinforced technopolymer plastic with a black matte finish
News from Winco (26 November 2001)
Prototypes get instant quoting on web
Online instantaneous quoting for prototype parts via web site for build-to-order plastic and metal parts.
News from Quickparts (26 November 2001)
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