News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 December
to Saturday 8 December 2001
The easy way to make a PC talk RS485
RS232 serial data transmission has serious limitations, but Amalgamated Instrument Co has made it very easy to use RS485 communications instead with the PC485 and PC422 serial converters
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co ( 7 December 2001)
Larger-travel XY gantries offer high-precision
Anorad has introduced a new series of large-travel high-precision XY gantries with total absolute accuracy of +/-10um over the full working area of 1m by 1m
News from Anorad UK ( 7 December 2001)
Emulsified oil separated automatically at Westland
User Application Article GKN Westland Aerospace is using Beko on-site processing equipment for separating, collecting and processing the emulsified oil content from its compressor system's blowdown Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies ( 7 December 2001)
Broadband appeal not seen by UK CADCAM users
Only 8% of CAD/CAM users in the UK currently have access to broadband, and only 8% of the rest definitely plan to switch to a broadband connection in future, according to recent research
News from Business Advantage Group ( 7 December 2001)
Program dedicated to optimisation of motor cooling
Motor-CAD, the worlds first software package dedicated to the optimisation of motor cooling, is now available through Cedrat, which produces the electromagnetic software packages, Flux-2d and Flux-3d
News from Cedrat ( 7 December 2001)
High temperature brass couplings use MIM part
CPC has introduced a new high temperature option for its 1/8in and 1/4in brass couplings that increases flow by 15-20% by using a metal injection molded stainless steel poppet
News from Colder Products ( 7 December 2001)
Keyboards developed for internet access systems
EAO has launched two keyboards, one touch-sensitive and the other mechanical, suitable for web payphones, kiosks and other internet-related business. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 7 December 2001)
Oil water separation systems now in Australia
Aiming to exceed existing regulations and build new tougher standards for stormwater run-off, Ecotechnic has introduced Rocla Water Quality as its exclusive distributor in the Australian market
News from ecoTECHNIC ( 7 December 2001)
Latest fans ideal for cooling 19in rack systems
The ETRI 354 is a series of brushless DC fans from Fan Technology that provides a wide range of performance up to high capacity 'superspeed' versions.
News from Fan Technology ( 7 December 2001)
Helical gear unit all ready for the rain to come
User Application Article Belfast based second tier supply company Energia is benefiting from renewable electricity supplied by Harperstown Power, with the help of a Flender FZG geared water turbine.
News from Siemens Flender ( 7 December 2001)
Automotive parts supplier gets moving
User Application Article Linear positioning equipment from Gudel UK has been specified at the heart of work handling systems at specialist automotive parts supplier Carringworth six times during the past year!
News from Gudel UK ( 7 December 2001)
Print and apply labels around corners at speed
The Imaje MP3000 print and apply labeller now allows on-demand printed labels to be applied around a vertical corner (side and rear) of outer cases at 22 labels per minute
News from Imaje UK ( 7 December 2001)
Comprehensive multi-function, handheld load meter
With more than 65 measuring ranges, the AL2290-2 multimeter from Lorenz has many functions, but it is possible to automatically or individually activate them as required
News from Inscale Measurement Technology ( 7 December 2001)
Attach and accurately space PCBs and subassemblies
PEM Fastening Systems' Snap-Top all-metal standoffs designed to attach and accurately space PC boards and subassemblies without using screws or other threaded fastening hardware
News from PennEngineering ( 7 December 2001)
I-Deas specialist new UK reseller for FE software
SRAC, the developer of the Cosmos/ suite of design analysis software products, has announced the addition of a new Cosmos/ reseller in the United Kingdom, Team Engineering
News from Structural Research and Analysis Corp ( 7 December 2001)
Sort that shafts, belts and pulley misalignment
Complete engineering solutions to the misalignment of shafts, belts and pulleys are now available from Wyko Industrial Services in the form of the Total Shaft Solution product range from SKF Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK ( 7 December 2001)
An introduction to linear motors
Technical Background Article Applications for linear motors are growing rapidly, but the one thing impeding even faster growth is engineers' lack of understanding of the devices. Simon Smith of Aerotech makes an introduction Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 6 December 2001)
Toxic gas sensors socket mount directly into PCBs
Initially available for the measurement of Carbon Monoxide and Hydrogen Sulfide, Alphasense's D Series toxic gas sensors may be directly socket mounted into printed circuit boards
News from Alphasense ( 6 December 2001)
Good specs on submersible pressure/level sensors
Amalgamated Instrument Co Pty has released a range of Australian made submersible pressure/level transducers, one having a 4-20mA output and the other a mV/V output
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co ( 6 December 2001)
Temperature sensors to monitor rotating machinery
Amot Controls has added to its 'T Series' temperature sensors to now offer a complete choice of thermocouples, resistance thermometers and temperature transmitters Brochure Available
News from AMOT ( 6 December 2001)
Precision motors for precision measurements
User Application Article Tiny precision and custom-manufactured gearboxes and motors from Portescap are playing a key role in ensuring the exceptional accuracy of Talyrond roundness and Talysurf surface measuring machines
News from API Portsecap ( 6 December 2001)
Fibre-optic testing now easier to perform
Fast, comprehensive testing of fibre-optic installations is now easier to perform with the latest range of low-cost Megger fibre-optic light sources and power meters Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 6 December 2001)
Dutch Drives Centre relocates to larger premises
The Control Techniques Drives Centre in the Netherlands has recently relocated to a building over twice the size in Sliedrecht, 30km south of Rotterdam. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques ( 6 December 2001)
Torque tools launched at affordable prices
Crane Electronics' new TommyWrench range of torque tools comprising dial wrenches, micrometer adjustable wrenches, pre-set production wrenches, screwdrivers, torque testers and multipliers Brochure Available
News from Crane Electronics ( 6 December 2001)
Child's nightlight wins design award
The project presented by Lunar Design, San Francisco, California, has been selected as the Grand Winner in Accelerated Technologies' WaterClear 2001 Prototype Design Award competition Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos ( 6 December 2001)
PLC upgraded to offer more functionality
Upgraded to offer an increased level of functionality within a highly compact size, the AutoLog AL14 PLC from FF-Automation can be used by machine builders as either a Modbus master or slave
News from FF-Automation ( 6 December 2001)
Wireless remote control on integral-drive motor
The new FID 2000 integral motor-inverter drive has an innovative wireless remote control and parameter setting option, in addition to offering standard RS485 and fieldbus communications
News from FKI Industrial Drives ( 6 December 2001)
Easy access feature in compact industrial PCs
Industrial PCs in the new 6200 range from Hayes Control Systems have been designed to take up the minimum possible amount of valuable control panel space
News from Hayes Control Systems ( 6 December 2001)
Absolute rotary encoders for small servomotors
Heidenhain is introducing new rotary encoders with a 36.5 mm diameter which enable servomotors with axis heights as small as 20mm (0.79 in) to be equipped with absolute rotary encoders Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) ( 6 December 2001)
Sprung contact elements simplify connector design
The design of high-current electrical connectors can be made much easier by using the strip-form Band 8 and Band 12 sprung contact elements from interconnect specialist Icore International
News from Icore International ( 6 December 2001)
Heating design initiative offers free service
Invensys Climate Controls has joined with a group of UK manufacturers to launch a heating design initiative aimed at architects, builders, developers, merchants, heating engineers and installers
News from Invensys Climate Controls ( 6 December 2001)
E-Commerce Service Award for electonics firm
Beating many other multinational companies, International Rectifier has won the coveted 'E-Commerce Service Award' at this year's UK National Customer Service Awards 2001.
News from International Rectifier ( 6 December 2001)
Simple operation the target for inverter range
Omron's 3G3RV inverter drives offer features such as an in-built LED operator, a static autotune function, and an increased number of configurable I/O and Fieldbus interfaces Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 6 December 2001)
Standoff fasteners for ultra-thin aluminum/steel
PEM self-clinching threaded standoff fasteners for permanent installation in ultra-thin aluminum or steel sheets are now available from PEM Fastening Systems.
News from PennEngineering ( 6 December 2001)
Reversible mechanical jaws on jaw pullers
SKF's TMMR F series of jaw pullers include a special safety neck that avoids damaging the thread and the arms, and an extra hexagonal head on the beam to prevent rotation during dismounting Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 6 December 2001)
Electromagnetic software meets Solidworks criteria
Cosmos/EMS, its electromagnetic design software from SRAC, has successfully met the criteria required to become a SolidWorks Solution Partner product
News from Structural Research and Analysis Corp ( 6 December 2001)
Create full ISO 2D drawings from STL models
FlashTL Engineer 2.1 enables the user to create full ISO 2D drawings from STL models, including drawing borders, title block, ISO-scales and measurements
News from TNO Industry ( 6 December 2001)
Website dedicated to the domestic heating industry
Wilo Salmson manufactures in excess of five million domestic heating circulator pumps every year and now offers a dedicated website offering a wealth of information to the domestic heating industry
News from Wilo (UK) ( 6 December 2001)
New UK reseller for Ansys FE software
Wilde and Partners has been appointed resellers for the Ansys range of finite element products to complement the existing product range which consists of Nisa, Diana, Deform, Autoform and Plaxis
News from Wilde FEA ( 6 December 2001)
High I/O and high speed data acquisition
The Adlink DAQ-2200 series from the DAQ-2000 family features 64 channels single-ended or 32 channels differential analog input with sampling rate from 250KS/s to 3MS/s and resolution from 12 to 16bit Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology ( 5 December 2001)
High intensity LED hazard warning indicators
Aerco now supplies a range of LED hazard warning indicators that provide a cost effective, high intensity warning and are suitable for many industrial applications
News from Aerco ( 5 December 2001)
New Sales Director at process control company
John Ford has been appointed Sales Director at Amot Controls Europe following the promotion of his predecessor Marcus Davi to Vice-President of Sales at Dynamco in Texas, USA Brochure Available
News from AMOT ( 5 December 2001)
Automated prescription packaging module completed
User Application Article Bayside Automation has completed a fully automated, prescription packaging module for SI Baker, designed to accommodate the company's high volume, mail order pharmacy business
News from Parker Bayside ( 5 December 2001)
Safe way to re-use existing fittings and valves
The Hoke Gyrolok instrumentation fitting Safety Changer System provides a safe and simple way to re-use existing fittings and valves by fitting them with new Gyrolok nuts and ferrules.
News from Circor Instrumentation ( 5 December 2001)
PLC gives freedom of analogue/digital and I/O mix
Latest versions of the AutoLog AL20 PLCs from FF-Automation offer increased freedom to configure both the analogue/digital mix and total number of inputs and outputs to suit each application
News from FF-Automation ( 5 December 2001)
Sales of vacuum pumps and compressors on the up
With rising concern over skyrocketing energy prices and diminishing fuel supplies, sales of vacuum pumps and compressors will experience a substantial increase, says a report
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 5 December 2001)
Using Absolute Rotary Encoders for servomotors
With new economically-priced inductive rotary encoders, Heidenhain has expanded its product range to applications with lower accuracy requirements, which until now were mainly satisfied with resolvers Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) ( 5 December 2001)
Multi-point sampling probe can be withdrawn
A multi-point profile sampling probe, unique in that it can be withdrawn from the line under process conditions, has been developed by Jiskoot for a customer in Nigeria.
News from Jiskoot ( 5 December 2001)
Corrosion resistant and high temperature cylinders
Two additions to the Euroking pneumatic cylinder range are a corrosion resistant and a high temperature version, both designed to the latest ISO/VDMA/CNOMO specification
News from KV ( 5 December 2001)
Solve detection or inspection applications online
Just launched, the Online "Application Solver" allows engineers to quickly solve their detection or inspection applications by themselves with just a few mouse clicks
News from Keyence Corporation Of America ( 5 December 2001)
Fully interpolative fifth axis on machining centre
Machining centres with a fully interpolative (as opposed to positional) fifth axis were much in evidence at this year's EMO in Hannover, and amongst them was the Kondia SEASKA 600
News from Kingsbury MHP Machines ( 5 December 2001)
Incubator controls developed on worldwide basis
User Application Article Engineers at Chickmaster are working closely with specialists from Omron Electronics to constantly develop and improve the control system for the company's incubators Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 5 December 2001)
Closer ties between tooling and CAM software
AB Sandvik Coromant and Pathtrace have signed a worldwide agreement to co-operate on joint future developments for new machining techniques for both production machining and mould and die applications
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems ( 5 December 2001)
Higher reliability industrial automation platform
The Advantech WebLink-2059 eAutomation platform comprises a series of powerful embedded and web-enabled products with Pentium-grade processors that connect data devices with enterprise systems
News from PBE Systems ( 5 December 2001)
Reliable load-bearing threads even in thin sheet
PEM self-clinching steel, stainless steel, and aluminum nuts provide reliable load-bearing threads and can reduce the amount of hardware required for an assembly
News from PennEngineering ( 5 December 2001)
Power unit integrates primary and secondary fuses
Power supply specialist Puls has launched a three-phase, extremely compact 240W standard power unit which needs no fuses on the primary or secondary side and provides for unrestricted two phase use
News from Puls UK ( 5 December 2001)
New style data sheets make sensors clearer
RDP has published three updated technical data sheets for the RCDT/300 rotary capacitive displacement transducer, MCL miniature tension and compression load cell and E725 digital transducer indicator Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics ( 5 December 2001)
Electric valve actuators for water treatment plant
User Application Article Rotork electric valve actuators have been installed throughout a new water treatment plant in Essex designed to meet increased user demand with improved filtration efficiency.
News from Rotork Controls ( 5 December 2001)
Rail Mounted Terminals offer clip-on attachments
Spelsberg's new RKL range of Rail Mounted Terminals feature a quick 'clip-on' attachment system that allows for faster installation with a minimum number of accessories. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK ( 5 December 2001)
Double diaphragm pump eliminates fluctuations
User Application Article The smooth power of an ARO 3" double diaphragm pump, from Thomas Wright Thorite Group is assisting in the manufacture of high quality vitreous china sanitary ware at Heritage J Ceramics
News from Thorite ( 5 December 2001)
Variable speed compressors save on energy costs
The full range of Compair Rotary Vane and HPC Rotary Screw variable speed compressors are now available from compressed air and pneumatic equipment specialist Thomas Wright Thorite Group.
News from Thorite ( 5 December 2001)
Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors: not all alike
Technical Background Article Mick Burgoyne, Chief Engineer at Power Quality Management specialist Advance-Galatrek examines the technology behind one of the most critical - and yet neglected - power chain devices.
News from Advance Electronics ( 4 December 2001)
New reseller for wire erosion software
Camtek has finalised a worldwide distribution agreement with Delcam, the UK CADCAM software developer, whereby Delcam will resell the company's wire erosion software, PEPS Wire EDM.
News from Camtek ( 4 December 2001)
New collaboration software to support MicroStation
Bentley released MicroStation v8 on October 23rd, and Cimmetry Systems has announced that AutoVue v16, its pending release, will support MicroStation v8.
News from Cimmetry Systems ( 4 December 2001)
Create custom labels at high speeds - quietly
The new A711 Logosoft printer is able to design and create custom labels at high speeds using thermal printing technology which gives a clear, sharp print at up to 8 dots/mm
News from DED ( 4 December 2001)
Substantial energy savings for injection moulders
Injection moulders are making substantial energy savings on existing machines thanks to a retrofit speed control option developed by NRG Control and built around inverters from Eurotherm Drives
News from Parker Hannifin - SSD ( 4 December 2001)
Regional Exhibitions - do they work?
Do regional exhibitions work as events? Do they work in delivering the right audience? And perhaps most important of all, do they work in generating new business?
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services ( 4 December 2001)
EMC backshell connects and terminates flexible PCB
KEC has developed a special EMC backshell that adapts a circular connector to a flexible printed circuit board while terminating the ground plane of the PCB to the shell of the connector
News from KEC ( 4 December 2001)
Roof stiffener facility for Mini production at BMW
User Application Article Kleinmichel have recently installed an automated facility for glueing roof stiffener modules for the new Mini at BMW Oxford, delivering glue to two roof variants at a cycle time of 1.5 minutes
News from Kleinmichel ( 4 December 2001)
Compact, robust, versatile ultrasonic level switch
The new Echotel 919M level switch, which operates on 24VDC and features a 3 AMP SPDT relay housed in a Valox housing, is ideal for level detection on light or viscous liquids Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International ( 4 December 2001)
Spark-free generator bars eliminate flash-over
The new 991R and 993R DC spark-free generator bars from Meech eliminate the incidences of flash-over often experienced when static generator bars are directly coupled to a high voltage supply Brochure Available
News from Meech International ( 4 December 2001)
Vision system captures images up to 4x faster
Combining high-speed grey search inspection with advanced features such as blemish detection and optical character recognition, Omron's F160 is claimed to be a step change for machine vision sensors Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 4 December 2001)
Rotary lobe blowers weigh in at less than 15kg
Weighing in at less than 15kg, two new members of Rietschle's Shark family of rotary lobe blowers should appeal to OEMs and design engineers requiring an oil-free vacuum or air supply in tight spots
News from Rietschle Thomas ( 4 December 2001)
DC generator specifically for the telecom market
Scorpion Power Systems has launched a DC generator specifically for the telecom market, which has an ultra-pure output to meet all telecom specifications and is not prone to light loading problems
News from Scorpion Power Systems ( 4 December 2001)
3D catalogues for hydraulics and fastener firms
User Application Article Emhart Teknologies and Enerpac are using 3D PartStream.Net to make it easy for customers to "design in" (check compatibility and subsequently purchase) their products through 3D-powered catalogues
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 4 December 2001)
In control of quadrupled steam generation capacity
User Application Article Spirax Sarco has supplied the controls and ancillary equipment for the new boilerhouse at Ipsen Biopharm's pharmaceutical plant in Wrexham, which has quadrupled the site's steam generation capacity
News from Spirax Sarco ( 4 December 2001)
Analysis software donated to Peruvian university
Structural Research and Analysis Corp has announced the donation of 5 seats of Cosmos/Works to the Mechanical-Electrical Engineering department of Peru's Universidad de Piura.
News from Structural Research and Analysis Corp ( 4 December 2001)
The benefits of fabricated labyrinth screening
Tecan Components says electronics designers are increasingly taking advantage of the cost and performance benefits of fabricated labyrinth screening solutions, as opposed to casting and milling
News from Tecan ( 4 December 2001)
Simplify enterprise access to technical software
AEA Technology has announced the release of EASA Version 1.0, software that lets organizations quickly create and deploy tailored Web-enabled applications to drive their existing software tools
News from AEA Technology ( 3 December 2001)
Kiosk printer has highest print speed in its class
Compactness and durability characterise the new Epson EU-T400 kiosk printer available from Able Systems which prints at 150 mm/s, the highest print speed in its class.
News from Able Systems ( 3 December 2001)
Data acquisition boards handle sensors directly
Audon Electronics is now offering the unique Smart A/D range of data acquisition boards from Sensoray Inc - capable of accepting virtually any real world sensor directly.
News from Audon Electronics ( 3 December 2001)
Upgrade to CFD software provides new models/tools
Building on its superior meshing and solver technology, CFX-5.5 CFD software provides a wide range of new models, meshing tools and a completely new post-processor
News from AEA Technology, CFX Division ( 3 December 2001)
Ruggedised TFT displays at extremely low prices
Armagard has announced a new range of ruggedised TFT displays at extremely low prices, supplied fully enclosed or fitted to an industry-standard panel-mount or 19" rack-mount bezel
News from Armagard ( 3 December 2001)
New dedicated 3D modelling kernel to be developed
Autodesk has announced it will begin development of a dedicated 3D modelling kernel, named Autodesk ShapeManager, to be incorporated in Autodesk Inventor and other Autodesk design software.
News from Autodesk ( 3 December 2001)
500W of programmable DC power in a quarter-rack
The Xantrex XPD range of power supplies, now available in the UK from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments), provides 500 W of programmable DC power in a quarter-rack chassis.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 3 December 2001)
Unmanned turning package extended to more lathes
The 'Lights Out' unmanned turning package developed by Colchester is now available on the latest two-axis 220 and three-axis 220M as well as existing A-Series machines in A50 and A90 specifications
News from Colchester-Harrison ( 3 December 2001)
3D manufacturing simulations for GM Powertrain
User Application Article GM Powertrain decided to investigate the creation of gauging stations along manufacturing lines and asked consultancy AMT to verify this concept and optimize the layout using Igrip software
News from Delmia ( 3 December 2001)
Industrial PCs host PDM system at shower company
User Application Article For the last 18 months Mira Showers of Cheltenham has been using industrial PCs and the Quadro RM (QRM) PDM system from DLoG, which have replaced 14 industrial terminals
News from DLoG (UK) ( 3 December 2001)
UK Southern Manufacturing Show begins 2002 series
The Southern Manufacturing Show, now in its 5th successful year, is the biggest engineering event for the South of England and takes place at Thorpe Park, Surrey on 27-28 February 2002
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services ( 3 December 2001)
Liquid level sensor now with Nylon 6.6 housing
The VCS 05-06 vertical compact liquid level sensor from Gentech International is now available with Nylon 6.6 housing for use in a wider range of fluids
News from Gentech International ( 3 December 2001)
Custom-engineeredl component handling at bakery
User Application Article Special Gudel component handling equipment, providing just 20 mm clearance with the roof of the installation site, has been incorporated at Allied Bakeries' West Bromwich production plant
News from Gudel UK ( 3 December 2001)
World Trade Center monitored by digital vibrometer
User Application Article Polytec's new portable digital vibrometer was used to monitor the stability of World Trade Center Building 4 during the recovery effort at "ground zero". Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics ( 3 December 2001)
Send caliper measurements by radio communication
The Digiwave wireless system allows data measured by a caliper to be sent to a remote data processor, providing versatility and flexibility when measuring components around the workplace Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) ( 3 December 2001)
eLearning courses free on instrumentation website
National Instruments' award-winning Web site ni.com recently began hosting a series of eLearning courses available to site visitors around the clock. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 3 December 2001)
CD-Rom-based design guide to temperature sensors
Peak Sensors has launched a free CD-Rom-based design guide and product catalogue covering sensors, sheaths, components, instrumentation and various services
News from Peak Sensors ( 3 December 2001)
120W power supply with power-factor correction
The Digital Power UPF 105 Series, a low-cost high-efficiency 120 W open-frame switch-mode power supply with power-factor correction, is now available from Powerline
News from Powerline ( 3 December 2001)
Position water treatment control valves precisely
Portacel has launched a new Clyde gas doser and a new auto valve positioner, the AVP2, both having application in the disinfection of drinking water and in wastewater treatment
News from Portacel ( 3 December 2001)
First body to be accredited for IEC 61508
Sira Certification Service has become the first body to be accredited to certify the Functional Safety Capability of organisations against IEC 61508, using the CASS scheme as the vehicle.
News from Sira ( 3 December 2001)
Radio linked data collection from up to 256 points
With both a dual and quad-channel Pt100 version available, Signatrol's SL400 Radio Link Data Collector allows the user to measure, display and record real time temperature and humidity data
News from Signatrol ( 3 December 2001)
Latest drives for water industry unveiled
The IWEX exhibition presented Sumitomo with the unique opportunity to show the Drive 6000, which has improved torque ratings of 10%, is more compact, efficient and has reduced noise levels
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies ( 3 December 2001)
Cost effective downtime and performance reporting
XLReporter, which enables the use of Microsoft Excel technology for automated reporting in the industrial marketplace, now has new functionality to address performance reporting
News from Sytech ( 3 December 2001)
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