News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 February
to Saturday 16 February 2002
Wind of change for AC drives in HVAC market
A GBP 500,000 investment to restructure the UK HVAC market for AC drives has been unveiled by ABB, leading to a major shake-up of the sector.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (15 February 2002)
Lightweight valves solve ship refit problem
User Application Article The Yantai Raffles Shipyard in China has solved a valve weight problem in the construction of a crane/pipelaying barge by using Amot G three-way temperature control valves, following recent design imp Brochure Available
News from AMOT (15 February 2002)
Pressure-reducing regulators available from stock
Boiswood is offering ex-stock delivery on complete assemblies of the Kenmac KPR (single-stage) and KCY (two-stage) pressure-reducing regulators.
News from Boiswood (15 February 2002)
No backlash for servo torque limiters
Autogard has a range of backlash-free torque limiters and couplings designed specifically for the servo market.
News from British Autogard (15 February 2002)
Textile-based packaging systems tackle auto parts
PSA Peugeot Citroen (PSA) has selected the conTeyor Multibag system and the conTeyor Adaptapak system.
News from conTeyor Multibag Systems (15 February 2002)
Toggle clamps come in a variety of materials
Work-holding toggle clamps are common in manufacturing industry as a fast convenient way of locating jigs and components for operations such as moulding, welding and plastic forming. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (15 February 2002)
Kvaerner helps boost gold production in Canada
User Application Article The engineering skills of Sheffield-based Kvaerner Markham are playing a small but crucial role in substantially increasing production at one of the largest and deepest gold deposits in Canada.
News from DavyMarkham (15 February 2002)
Automatic bending system at Metalworking 2002
LVD's patented laser technology-based automatic bending system for sheet metal components will be demonstrated for the first time at a UK exhibition at Metalworking 2002.
News from LVD (UK) (15 February 2002)
It's official: safety systems are safe
Moore Industries is the first US company to be awarded IEC61508 certification to design and manufacture process instrumentation hardware for safety-related applications in high-risk industries.
News from Moore Industries International (15 February 2002)
Norbar in export sales drive
Norbar Torque Tools is stepping up its export sales drive with the expansion of its network of offices serving key overseas markets. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (15 February 2002)
Flexible motion control sustem uses standard kit
SoftMotion is a new approach to Motion Control developed by Nyquist Industrial Control, allowing OEMs to easily adapt a motion control system to their specific needs.
News from Nyquist Industrial Control (15 February 2002)
Indicator makes a big display of its digits
The award winning iSeries of indicators/controllers now features a new Big Display, with up to 100mm-high LED digits. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (15 February 2002)
Fans meet automotive quality benchmark
Papst's parent company Papst-Motoren of Germany has received certification of its quality management system to ISO/TS16949.
News from ebm-papst Automotive and Drives (UK) (15 February 2002)
Power Jacks acquires Precision Actuation Systems
Power Jacks has acquired the entire share capital of Glasgow-based competitor Precision Actuation Systems (incorporating Neeter Drive, Fortune Actuators and Fortune Engineering). Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (15 February 2002)
Mechanical gear change provides two-speed option
A novel plug-in mechanical gear change option provides a cost-effective two-speed facility for a wide range of applications.
News from Reggiana Riduttori (15 February 2002)
Sales and Marketing Director for Solartron Mobrey
Tolga Akar has been appointed as the new Sales and Marketing Director for Solartron Mobrey responsible for UK and export markets.
News from Mobrey Measurement (15 February 2002)
Smart choice in budget CAD
At only $399, this budget CAD package includes features normally only found in far more expensive products.
News from Varicad (15 February 2002)
Turning centre to appear at MACH 2002
With C-axis capability complemented by driven tooling and subspindle, the Super Kia Turn 21LMSB universal three-axis CNC turning centre will be displayed at MACH 2002 by exclusive UK agent Ward CNC.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (15 February 2002)
Surface-enhancement process makes durable tools
Shown for the first time in the UK at Metalworking 2002 is a new coating for press brake tooling that dramatically increases service life.
News from Wilson Tool International (15 February 2002)
Chinese dam good business for Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin is delivering over $1 million in hydraulics, condition monitoring units, hoses and connectors for the construction phase of the Three Gorges Dam, in China. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (15 February 2002)
It's the scales that count
A new range of industrial counting scales suits the needs of a variety of industries where parts counting is essential for inventory control, packaging checks and component handling.
News from Adam Equipment (14 February 2002)
AC drives now covered by 24-hour maintenance
AC Technology has entered a pan-European service contract with TP Serviceco, offering EU customers a comprehensive 24h repair and emergency replacement service for its complete range of AC drives. Brochure Available
News from Lenze-ACTech (14 February 2002)
Specialist LED design facility makes a display
Aerco has set up a specialist LED design facility that offers designers a complete and detailed design service for all types of projects where illumination is required.
News from Aerco (14 February 2002)
Motion controller runs "out of the box"
A powerful Fieldbus-compatible motion controller provides a ready-to-use solution for up to four servo/vector motor axes, and is able to run stand alone or under the control of a host such as a PC. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (14 February 2002)
High-performance alloys make springs hot stuff
Versatile design and manufacturing facilities at Harris Springs ensure that no matter how complex the spring configuration of how demanding the application, a solution can usually be provided.
News from Harris Springs (14 February 2002)
Connector meets latest industrial standard
Harting has developed a new version of its Han E range of industrial connectors with increased clearance and creepage distances conforming to the new IEC664 standard.
News from Harting (14 February 2002)
Sample receivers maintain a constant pressure
The new Jiskoot CPC1 and CPC2 constant pressure sample receivers are designed for the receipt, handling and storage of liquid and gaseous hydrocarbon samples, which are maintained at a constant pressu
News from Jiskoot (14 February 2002)
Amplifier converts up to four strain gauges
The SGA strain gauge amplifier is a compact yet rugged solution to conditioning the signals from up to four devices and transforming them into a choice of industry-standard analogue signals.
News from Magna Projects and Instruments (14 February 2002)
Power systems monitored over the web
PowerLogic Power Server is a web server, data concentrator and communications gateway that enables PowerLogic electrical network management systems to be monitored via standard browser software.
News from Merlin Gerin (14 February 2002)
Terminal blocks cater for high power density
To address the needs of high-power board connections Molex has introduced the 91,92 series of Eurostyle terminal blocks.
News from Molex UK (14 February 2002)
Boards take speedy real-time control
Engineers now can create high-speed real-time systems capable of executing control loops up to 40kHz with National Instruments' fastest RT Series PXI embedded controllers to date. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (14 February 2002)
Pumps to supply boiler fuel in Khartoum
Alstom Power, one of the UK's leading engineering companies, has specified six Netzsch pumps for a power station modification programme in Khartoum.
News from Netzsch Pumps (14 February 2002)
Transmitter sends data from hazardous areas
The BILT4 from Thermo Nobel is a new two-wire intrinsically safe transmitter that can be situated in a flammable hazardous area. Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel (14 February 2002)
Safety system justifies faith in valve operation
A new safety system allows users to perform functionality and operability tests on actuator operated valves without production loss.
News from Netherlocks Safety Systems (14 February 2002)
Sealed linear potentiometers delivered in 3-5 days
Penny and Giles Controls has added a new linear potentiometer to its SLS (sealed linear sensor) range. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (14 February 2002)
Transmitter measures oxygen in CO2
Panametrics has increased the performance of its O2X-1 intrinsically safe oxygen transmitter, offering an additional low-end trace-oxygen range and a lower cost material option for inert gas duty.
News from GE Sensing - Panametrics (14 February 2002)
Drives and Controls takes Rockwell to Ireland
Rockwell Automation Ireland has appointed Drives and Controls as a distributor for its market leading range of Allen-Bradley PowerFlex drives.
News from Rockwell Automation (14 February 2002)
CANbus proves a hot potato in the field
User Application Article A CANbus-based system has helped Standen Engineering achieve savings in production costs while providing a higher control specification for its latest potato harvester. Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK (14 February 2002)
Saab to use Raychem databus system in Gripen
Tyco Electronics has been awarded a contract from Saab Aerospace to supply Raychem MIL STD 1553B databus systems for the Gripen single-seat multirole fighter and the two-seater operational trainer. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Wire, Harness and Protection (14 February 2002)
Software combines composite analysis and design
Wilde and Partners has been appointed exclusive distributor for ESAComp software for the UK and Ireland.
News from Wilde FEA (14 February 2002)
Cathodic protection system under development
BAC Corrosion Control has been awarded a specialist subcontract by Daelim Industrial of Korea for the design, supply, testing and commissioning of a cathodic protection system.
News from BAC Corrosion Control (13 February 2002)
Monitoring system keeps tabs on landfill
Biffa UK has installed a Carlo Gavazzi Dupline monitoring system at its Brookhurst Wood Landfill in Horsham, West Sussex.
News from Carlo Gavazzi (13 February 2002)
Open house leads to big orders
A three-day open house staged by Colchester's Midlands distributor Datamach of Coventry to celebrate its 21st anniversary drew orders worth GBP 250,000 for Tornado and Combi machines. Internet E-m
News from Colchester-Harrison (13 February 2002)
Speed loop module gives full feedback
Novel speed loop (SL) module technology forms the basis for a new speed and position feedback device.
News from Control Techniques Dynamics (13 February 2002)
Software library speeds bespoke drive design
According to Control Techniques, its new Solutions software packages for AC, DC and servo drive applications will allow both OEMs and users to cut costs and improve competitiveness. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (13 February 2002)
Collaboration in control
Control.com has a new partnership with the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA).
News from Control.com (13 February 2002)
Weighing up the cost of scale in humidifiers
User Application Article An electronic descaling system can greatly improve the efficiency of an electrode boiler steam humidifier.
News from Environmental Treatment Concepts (13 February 2002)
Frost and Sullivan awards for drives makers
The latest report from Frost and Sullivan's electric drives market service presents Market Engineering Awards to companies that have made a positive contribution to the European market.
News from Frost and Sullivan (13 February 2002)
Funding targets e-commerce and e-procurement help
The BLWA Laboratory Group of GAMBICA has secured substantial funding under the DTI's "UK online for business" programme.
News from Gambica (13 February 2002)
Software allows remote support of welding machines
User Application Article GE Fanuc's Cimplicity software has provided a new automation concept for a range of radio frequency/thermo contact welding machines. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (13 February 2002)
Fieldbus training course on CD-ROM
Hightech Multimedia Tutorials (HMT) has developed a new Fieldbus training tool, a comprehensive self-paced learning module on CD-ROM.
News from Hightech Multimedia Tutorials (13 February 2002)
RF radiation logged for up to 40 hours
A new radio-frequency radiation monitor incorporates a data logging function that enables the unit to store up to 30,000 data points for subsequent downloading and analysis on a PC.
News from Link Microtek (13 February 2002)
Simulator links to standard file formats
Version 3.0 of Moldflow Design Link (MDL) is now available.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (13 February 2002)
Drive provides optimum control of oil filling
User Application Article One of the UK's leading manufacturers of liquid filling machines has turned to Moeller Electric's new AC Optidrive to provide precision motor control for its latest oil filling machine.
News from Moeller Electric (13 February 2002)
IP67 indicators mount panels in harsh environments
New from Marl International is a range of LED indicators specifically designed for use in harsh environments and where there is high vibration.
News from Marl International (13 February 2002)
NW contractors reach 600
NES International now has 600 contractors working in technical and engineering organisations across the North West UK.
News from NES Group (13 February 2002)
Video metrology speeds medical quality control
User Application Article A new video metrology system has fully automated the task of taking complex three-axis measurements on samples created from new tools for nmedical device manufacturer Owen Mumford. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (13 February 2002)
Zen and the art of flexible machine control
Simple yet flexible control for a variety of small-scale applications can now be achieved easily and economically with a new range of self-contained programmable relays. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (13 February 2002)
Touch panel computers tackle harsh environments
Advantech TPC-1560T touch panel computers for heavy-duty harsh environment HMI applications are now available from PBE Systems.
News from PBE Systems (13 February 2002)
Reed relay provides faster switching
New from Rhopoint Components is the 9081 Spartan SIP reed relay from Coto Technology.
News from Rhopoint Components (13 February 2002)
Silicone profiles for hotter processes
Silicone Fabrication Services now offers bespoke manufacturing of silicone rubber profiles that can be used for masking in coating, painting and plating processes.
News from Silicone Fabrication Services (13 February 2002)
Robot looks for career in plastics
A new six-axis robot has been developed specifically for the plastics industry. Brochure Available
News from Staubli UK (Robotics) (13 February 2002)
Sealed harnesses to aid loco reliability
Alstom is to install Raychem System 25 sealed harnesses, from Tyco Electronics on 140 Class 175 and Class 180 Coradia diesel trains. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Wire, Harness and Protection (13 February 2002)
Power cell senses true power instead of current
The latest high-performance Hall-effect power sensor from Vydas International is specifically for motor load control applications where drives may be fitted. Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing (13 February 2002)
Bespoke tools in two weeks
Walter GB's Novex Express special-purpose tool design and manufacturing service can now deliver bespoke tools in two weeks, if required.
News from Walter GB (13 February 2002)
Second milling machine for Thomson
Sheffield-based Ward CNC has supplied a four-axis Soraluce SP6000 travelling-column bed-type milling machine to specialist engineer, Thomson Machine and Tool.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (13 February 2002)
Calibration service reduces layover periods
User Application Article Thanks to the provision of stand-by teams of engineers, Wyko's Calibration Service enabled the CSO Alliance to set sail well within a 24-hour deadline. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (13 February 2002)
Compact printer takes to the road
Able Systems has added a compact thermal printer to its Ap800 range for receipt and ticket printing.
News from Able Systems (12 February 2002)
Motors to improve Mont Blanc Tunnel ventillation
Sirocco Howden Ventilatoren has selected AEG electric motors to drive a new exhaust air extraction ventilation system to be installed within the newly reconstructed Mont Blanc Tunnel.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (12 February 2002)
Seminar series gets into gear
A seminar on worm gear operating conditions and configurations is to be held by the British Gear Association on 20th March 2002.
News from British Mechanical Power Transmission Association (12 February 2002)
Software takes on precision tube cutting
Camtek has launched a sister product to its successful PEPS PentaCut five-axis laser CADCAM software - PEPS TubeCut.
News from Camtek (12 February 2002)
Latest CADCAM software at MACH 2002
Camtek is to premiere the latest version of its PEPS CADCAM software suite at MACH 2002, NEC, Birmingham in April.
News from Camtek (12 February 2002)
Diaphragms and bellows handle rough stuff
New ranges of diaphragms and bellows are particularly suitable for use with high temperatures or very aggressive media.
News from Ceetak (12 February 2002)
IEC inlet takes in switch and circuit breaker
E-T-A Circuit Breakers has an IEC style appliance inlet module which incorporates a rocker-actuated circuit breaker. Brochure Available
News from E-T-A Circuit Breakers (12 February 2002)
Renewable energy sources set for greater role
Although unlikely to supersede conventional generation technologies, renewable energy sources (RES) are set for a greater role on the global energy supply stage during this century.
News from Frost and Sullivan (12 February 2002)
High current connectors in new publication
Icore International claims to have one of the widest ranges of specialised high-current connectors currently available in the UK.
News from Icore International (12 February 2002)
DSP board takes the noise out of radiocomms
A novel DSP board will allow clear verbal radio communication where there is high ambient noise, without the use of a full fleet of headsets, complicated programming or soldering.
News from Icom (UK) (12 February 2002)
Drives on show in Birmingham
KEB will be demonstrating its latest portfolio of products at Drives and Controls in May 2002 at the UK National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.
News from KEB (UK) (12 February 2002)
Lambda expands North Devon manufacturing base
Nick Harvey, the Member of Parliament for North Devon, has unveiled a plaque commemorating the opening of the new extension to Lambda's Ilfracombe manufacturing plant. Brochure Available
News from Lambda (12 February 2002)
Subcontract manufacturing from radio specialist
RF Solutions is now able to offer its experience, expertise and facilities on a subcontract basis.
News from RF Solutions (12 February 2002)
Software supervises multiple servers and clients
Rockwell Automation has released RSView Supervisory Edition 2.0, the latest generation of Rockwell Software's leading human machine interface (HMI) system for supervisory-level monitoring and control.
News from Rockwell Automation (12 February 2002)
Panel PCs for distributed control
Siemens Automation and Drives has added devices for distributed configurations to its family of integral front panel industrial PCs.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (12 February 2002)
Cylinders at home with food processing
Two new ranges of stainless-steel double-acting single-rod cylinders are designed for use in applications with water spray, such as food and beverage processing.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (12 February 2002)
Position transducer takes high acceleration
SpaceAge Control now offers the Model 174-0321T subminiature position transducer.
News from SpaceAge Control (12 February 2002)
Connectors go through the panel and lock
Switchtec has extended its range of PCB terminals and connectors to include through-panel connectors ideal for instrumentation and power supply equipment designers.
News from Switchtec (12 February 2002)
Tubes go round the bend in smaller spaces
TexLoc now offers PTFE convoluted Tex-Flex in two new small-diameter sizes.
News from Texloc (12 February 2002)
Complete in-house sign printing system
A novel system allows OEMs to customise and produce their own identification, information and instruction labels and signs. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Identification Products (12 February 2002)
Software to aid in airline maintenance
The Delta Technical Operations Centre (Delta TOC) division of Delta Air Lines has selected the latest FibreSIM software from Vistagy.
News from Vistagy (12 February 2002)
More flexibility for couplings
Zero-Max reckons its CD couplings are more versatile than ever using the new QD hub and bushing model. Brochure Available
News from Zero-Max (12 February 2002)
Labels aid relaunch for fruit drinks maker
User Application Article When Midlands-based fruit drink manufacturer Belvoir Fruit Farms decided to revamp its packaging, it identified a new high-accuracy label applicator as a priority acquisition.
News from Advanced Labelling Systems (11 February 2002)
Packaging company turns to ALS for novel labelling
With blossoming sales and gross earnings ballooning by a quarter, the packaging giant Huhtamaki is enjoying unprecedented levels of growth.
News from Advanced Labelling Systems (11 February 2002)
Direct drive gives stage speed boost
A new direct drive rotary positioning stage from Anorad Europe can handle loads up to 50kg at speeds up to 90rev/min.
News from Anorad UK (11 February 2002)
Predictive fatigue analysis pays dividends
User Application Article AV Technology's Structural and Process Monitoring Division has extensive experience in the capture, analysis and interpretation of fatigue data across a broad spectrum of applications and industries. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (11 February 2002)
Low noise from high-current bench power supplies
The newly upgraded TSX range of bench power supply units from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) offers very high performance at significantly lower cost than other PSUs of comparable performance.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (11 February 2002)
Regulator boosts robot performance
User Application Article A high-flow regulator has saved weight and reduced recharge time for an international Robot Wars contestant.
News from Boiswood (11 February 2002)
Software aims at moulding processes
CoCreate Software has a new series of collaborative design solutions aimed at the plastics design to mould base manufacture process.
News from CoCreate Software (11 February 2002)
Electrical engineering contractor looks to expand
Eastern Contracting is to strengthen its East Midlands based network engineering division with the addition of 30 new jobs.
News from Alfred McAlpine Utility Services SE (11 February 2002)
Website brings together safety and health info
The European Union and the International Labour Organisation have taken an important step towards co-operation on occupational safety and health (OSH) information.
News from European Agency For Safety And Health At Work (11 February 2002)
Inserts go online
Fitsco Industries has a new website.
News from Fitsco Industries (11 February 2002)
Report looks at European workwear market
Who will survive? That is the question posed by Emma Smith, Research Analyst with Frost and Sullivan in her market report on the European Workwear market.
News from Frost and Sullivan (11 February 2002)
Switch through walls - without holes
A novel switching technology is now available which means that it is possible to operate a switch on the other side of walls (50-100mm thick) without the need to drill holes.
News from Herga Electric (11 February 2002)
New Zealand: a viable export market
There are a huge number of British companies present in New Zealand, either under their own name or through a local distributor.
News from industria (11 February 2002)
EMC hits the road in drive for compliance
Manufacturers and operators of electrical equipment need to ensure that their electrical equipment complies with the latest EMC regulations.
News from KEB (UK) (11 February 2002)
Tough gear pumps won't leak
Choice and flexibility, along with characteristics such as reliable, leak-free pumping, are the key ingredients of the Liquiflo Rotogear range of external gear pumps.
News from Michael Smith Engineers (11 February 2002)
Rigid polyurethane moulding down to 1mm thick
Techniques at Norse Precision Castings for moulding rigid polyurethane can produce wall thickness from 1 to 30mm with tolerances as low as +/-0.3mm.
News from Norse Precision Castings (11 February 2002)
Temperature measurement design guide goes online
After the high demand for the CD-ROM-based version, Peak Sensors has put its popular temperature measurement design guide on the web.
News from Peak Sensors (11 February 2002)
Award for waste reduction
Leeds West MP John Battle has presented a special award to the Yorkshire-based railway parts engineering company, Pickersgill-Kaye.
News from Pickersgill-Kaye (11 February 2002)
Hard chrome coating prolongs machine life
User Application Article For over 30 years Poeton Industries has been applying a surface coating to reduce wear and lubrication on Bridgeport milling machines.
News from Poeton Industries (11 February 2002)
Computer-based prototyping and emulation
RaPro Emulations offers computer-based prototyping and emulation services.
News from Rapro Emulations (11 February 2002)
Bentley takes an interest in Rebis
Bentley Systems has purchased a minority interest in Rebis and entered into a strategic alignment.
News from Rebis (11 February 2002)
Award for novel wet gas meter
Solartron ISA's DualStream ll intelligent wet gas meter has won the Worshipful Company of Scientific Instrument Makers' Annual Achievement Award for 2001-2002.
News from Solartron ISA (11 February 2002)
IT projects "must deliver cold, hard cash"
Too many IT projects end up delivering only woolly soft benefits, such as better management information, more clarity, transparency etc.
News from SSI (11 February 2002)
Efficient mixing for small batches
A new machine being launched at Foodex Meatex 2002 holds out the promise of fast and efficient mixing for small batches by using a standard 200 litre stainless steel buggie as the mixing bowl itself.
News from Syspal (11 February 2002)
Blind bolt turns to anchor
With particular applications in ceilings and perimeter systems, a new blind bolt and nut provides a simple sturdy way of fixing where access is limited to only one side.
News from Torque Control (11 February 2002)
Overmoulding saves on volume two material parts
Two part/colour moulding using the same machine often means complex, expensive tools and machines but using two tools or machines can provide cost benefits and offer other advantages.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) (11 February 2002)
New elements increase filtration capacity
A new range of long-life filter elements features a novel drain material (a coalescing sock) fitted inside the filter instead of outside, to protect it.
News from Zander-Hiross (11 February 2002)
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