News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 24 March
to Saturday 30 March 2002
Servos and steppers controlled with free software
Applied Motion Technology has launched its range of intelligent servo and stepper products by giving away the programming software.
News from Applied Motion Technology (29 March 2002)
Easy adjustment for precision locknuts
Arontec reckons its precision locknuts provide a simple way of upgrading a shaft accurately.
News from Arontec Corp (29 March 2002)
Moulded connectors bring power to busbars
The new Amphe-Base connector series from Amphenol Industrial Operations allows designers to provide power to busbars and backplane assemblies.
News from Amphenol Industrial Operations (29 March 2002)
Renault boosts ESI's automotive base
ESI Group has entered a partnership agreement with Renault Group in the field of numerical calculation and the deployment of numerical simulation solutions.
News from ESI Group (29 March 2002)
Magazine covers components for control engineering
Farnell has published a new version of its highly successful Farnell Findings magazine, covering the very latest products and trends, written exclusively for process, control and production engineers.
News from Farnell (29 March 2002)
Stepper-motor-driven pumps resist chemicals
Integrated Dispensing Systems has a range of high-precision stepper-motor-driven pumps with ceramic and fluorocarbon fluid paths.
News from Integrated Dispensing Systems (29 March 2002)
European source for precision plastics mouldings
One of the Far East's leading plastic moulding companies has opened a European subsidiary.
News from Kemflo Europe (29 March 2002)
Calibration made faster, safer and cost effective
Fast-Cal is a portable calibrating system designed to facilitate the fast, safe and cost-efficient calibration of weigh vessels.
News from 4Measurement (29 March 2002)
Triumph for automated CMM
User Application Article Three Mitutoyo CMMs installed at Triumph Motorcycles are playing a critical role in the assembly of engine cylinder heads where the correct setting of valve clearances is absolutely essential. Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (29 March 2002)
Micro brushless DC motors down to 2mm diameter
Namiki Precision Jewel has a new range of micro brushless DC motors with diameters from 2 to 7mm, providing maximum performance in a minimum space.
News from N and A (International) (29 March 2002)
Special offer on profile projectors
Profile projectors are high-quality inspection instruments that often get forgotten in a world of submicron accuracy and automated video systems that do everything automatically. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (29 March 2002)
Paladon picks up Netherlocks UK business
Netherlocks Safety Systems has signed Paladon (Systems) as its UK distributor.
News from Netherlocks Safety Systems (29 March 2002)
Third-generation intelligent servo drive
Parker Hannifin's Electromechanical Division has launched a third-generation intelligent servo drive designed specifically for autonomous operation in decentralised control applications. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (29 March 2002)
Time for a quick 'air cut at IPEX
Rietschle will use its IPEX stand to launch Air-Save Logix: a remote, computer-controlled vacuum and compressed air supply linked directly to production levels.
News from Rietschle Thomas (29 March 2002)
Solid expansion in Cambridge
SolidWorks Corp is expanding its UK headquarters in Cambridge to meet increasing demand for its comprehensive three-dimensional CAD software and to centralise its operations.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (29 March 2002)
Lids put the seal on packages
High-accuracy burr and stress-free stepped lids, essential for sealing semiconductor and optoelectronic hybrid package tubs, are now available from a single source.
News from Tecan (29 March 2002)
Updated software for pressure vessel design
Algor has improved its design and evaluation capabilities for pressure vessel models, including a new stress linearisation utility for use with linear static stress analysis.
News from Algor (28 March 2002)
Miniature isolation valves for hazardous fluids
Bio-Chem Valve has developed inert, perfluoroelastomer miniature isolation valves for the handling of aggressive, particulate-laden and high purity fluids in scientific and medical equipment.
News from Bio-Chem Valve (28 March 2002)
Moulded high-flow valve provides maximum flow
Boiswood is supplying the new Furon InLine-1000 moulded high-flow valve, which is recommended for 300mm wafer and LCD production.
News from Boiswood (28 March 2002)
Steel cover hinders valve violations and vandalism
Safety specialist Castell Iso-Lok has introduced a stainless-steel version of its successful V-Safe valve cover, offering greater safety and security.
News from Castell Iso-Lok (28 March 2002)
Enersys completes ingestion of Invensys batteries
EnerSys has finalised its acquisition of the Energy Storage products group of Invensys, based in Chippenham, England.
News from EnerSys (28 March 2002)
Auto supplier optimises crash test simulation
User Application Article Wilhelm Karmann has selected PAM-Crash and PAM-Stamp solutions from ESI Group to optimise crash simulations and increase the knowledge of new material used to reduce vehicle weight.
News from ESI Group (28 March 2002)
3D simulation tackles electromagnetic phenomena
The 2002 version of PAM-CEM Solutions from ESI Group includes many new features for the realistic virtual testing of complex electromagnetic phenomena.
News from ESI Group (28 March 2002)
UV chosen for Singapore water reclamation project
Hanovia has fought off strong competition to win the contract to supply ultraviolet (UV) disinfection systems to the prestigious NEWater factories at Bedok and Kranji in Singapore.
News from Hanovia (28 March 2002)
Rapid termination for M12 sensor connectors
A new range of right-angled M12 circular connectors featuring the Harax rapid termination system has been introduced by Harting.
News from Harting (28 March 2002)
Relays provide stability and reliability
SZR-LY and SZR-MY relays are designed for a wide range of applications that require stability and reliability, including power and logic control for factory machines and control panels.
News from Honeywell Control Systems (28 March 2002)
Modelling solution unbundled on website
IX Design, the 3D modelling solution from ImpactXoft Corp, can now be purchased and downloaded online from the company's website.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (28 March 2002)
Rubber nut provides shock-resistant fixing
The new Kaptifast Rubber Nut is a flanged neoprene bushing with a captive brass nut, designed to provide a shock and vibration resistant fixing for a wide range of engineering applications.
News from Unifast (28 March 2002)
Roadshow combines automation with football
LC Automation has revealed the dates and venues for its 2002 New Technology and Innovation Roadshow. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (28 March 2002)
Vent valve interlock for pressure vessels
Mistura Systems has a trapped key interlock valve suitable for venting or purging pressure vessels.
News from Mistura Systems (28 March 2002)
US judge rules in favour of Metcal
US District Court Judge Robert M Takasugi has dismissed a lawsuit filed by American Hakko Products against OK International's soldering instruments division, Metcal.
News from Metcal (28 March 2002)
Old-timer upgrades from DOS to Windows 2000
User Application Article It's never too late to learn, as former jig-borer George Roads of Murray Productions amply demonstrates.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (28 March 2002)
Joystick chosen to control loader
Aircraft Maintenance Support Services has specified the Penny and Giles JC150 joystick controller for its latest Atlas 2000 air-portable cargo transporter/loader. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (28 March 2002)
Vibration monitor warns of machine problems
Sentinel is a rugged low-cost single-channel vibration monitor designed to protect rotating machinery against damage due to mechanical problems.
News from Rockwell Automation Entek (28 March 2002)
E-procurement improves purchasing efficiency
RS Components has launched PurchasingManager, a novel e-procurement service it reckons will improve purchasing efficiency and control while delivering immediate cost savings.
News from RS Components UK (28 March 2002)
Ultrasonic module is easy-to-use motion detector
The UTR3 ultrasonic transmitter/receiver from RF Solutions provides a low-cost, drop-in solution for a wide range of movement detection applications.
News from RF Solutions (28 March 2002)
Unemployed engineers learn CAD for free
The SolidWorks Retraining Programme is claimed to be the first CAD industry programme to give unemployed design engineers around the world a fresh start.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (28 March 2002)
Reports can be written on handhelds
Syware has introduced Report CE 3.0, a major new release of the world's only report writing tool for Windows CE and Pocket PC handhelds.
News from Syware (28 March 2002)
Summer camp for CAD and CAM
Tech Ed Concepts will host its eighth annual TEC Summer Camp scheduled for the weeks of 8th and 15th July 2002 at the Wayfarer Inn in Bedford, NH.
News from Tech Ed Concepts (28 March 2002)
Cleaning solution for small batch production
Developed for small companies with comparatively low production capacities, the compact Durr Ecoclean 80C provides an economical solution to component cleaning in a closed work chamber.
News from StarragHeckert UK (28 March 2002)
Boring exhibits at MACH 2002
With x, y and z axes travels up to 2500 x 2500 x 1600mm, Union T table-type horizontal boring and milling machining centres will be represented at MACH 2002 by the TC110 horizontal borer.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (28 March 2002)
Pinch valves avoid clogging
Pinch valves are particularly useful where powders and granulars are being handled and there is the potential for materials to choke or block standard valves, for example in storage hoppers and tanks. Brochure Available
News from Milton Roy Europe (28 March 2002)
Low maintenance for dry vacuum pumping system
A new small-footprint low-pressure dry-vacuum diaphragm pump is ideal for clean and dry applications, such as backing turbo-molecular pumps in mass spectrometers.
News from Edwards (27 March 2002)
Cell races through intercooler parts
User Application Article Two Colchester Tornado A50 CNC lathes running on very short machining cycles have more than lived up to expectations at the West Midlands works of precision subcontractor H L Engineering.
News from Colchester-Harrison (27 March 2002)
Best of show award for Cyco
Cyco Software received Cadalyst's 'Best of Show' Award at last week's National Design and Engineering Show for its new AutoManager Meridian 2002 software.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (27 March 2002)
Flame and gas system goes into Texaco Pembroke
Detector Electronics has been selected by Foster Wheeler Energy to supply the flame and gas system to protect a new process area for the production of ULS petrol at the Texaco Pembroke refinery.
News from Detector Electronics (UK) (27 March 2002)
Gas and liquid low flow goes remote
The Brooks Ar-Mite range of gas and liquid low flow purgemeters is now available with a microprocessor based 4-20mA flow transmitter unit, for remote indication and control.
News from Flotech Solutions (27 March 2002)
Seaplane designer sets rapid development timescale
User Application Article Designers of a new type of seaplane, currently in detailed design, have set themselves an ambitious target of moving from 'drawing board' to first test-flights in the first quarter of 2003.
News from Incat (27 March 2002)
Slip rings help robots stay in contact
A new range of miniature slip rings provides a versatile, cost effective and reliable method of transmitting control signals and electrical power across rotating joints.
News from IDM Electronics (27 March 2002)
Radan to take on Jetcam fabrication products
Radan is to take over full responsibility for selling and supporting Jetcam Group fabrication products in the UK, side by side with its existing product range.
News from Jetcam International (27 March 2002)
Probes refine product sampling accuracy in Romania
Jiskoot sampling probes have been chosen for sampling systems at 36 Conpet pipeline distribution sites throughout Romania to increase the accuracy, repeatability and reliability of crude oil sampling.
News from Jiskoot (27 March 2002)
Conduits cope with Cornish climates
User Application Article Electrical services at Cornwall's Eden Project rely on leaded steel conduit with kraft paper lining from Kopex. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (27 March 2002)
Micro-based fan is easily controlled
New from NMB Minebea, the 5910PL is a microchip controlled fan for networking and telecomms equipment.
News from NMB-Minebea (27 March 2002)
Calibration and certification in purpose-built lab
Omega's purpose-built laboratory at its European manufacturing headquarters in Manchester has recently been expanded to increase the level of service available to its customers. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (27 March 2002)
Web tablet gives wide mobile information access
The new Advantech MobiPanel 100 ruggedised web tablet from PBE Systems is a portable wireless device combining data capture and communications capability.
News from PBE Systems (27 March 2002)
Cable takes the knocks without armour
Pirelli has developed a novel range of dielectric fibre optic cables offering greatly improved resistance to crush and impact, thanks to a unique integrated protection system.
News from Prysmian Cables and Systems (27 March 2002)
Seals stick to their tasks
An increased range of both solid and sponge silicone rubber gaskets as well as fabricated seals such as joined rings are now available.
News from Silicone Fabrication Services (27 March 2002)
Silicone sponge profiles provide tailored sealing
Extruded silicone sponge profiles provide excellent sealing even against weak substrates and with lower closure forces as they are softer than normal silicone extrusions.
News from Silicone Fabrication Services (27 March 2002)
Island batteries are long-term survivors
User Application Article Specialist photovoltaic rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries still going strong nine years after they were installed on a remote island in the archipelago of Stockholm. Brochure Available
News from Saft Industrial Batteries (27 March 2002)
LVDT comes with digital output as standard
Schaevitz Sensors has launched what it claims to be the first totally self-contained and packaged digital-output LVDT.
News from Schaevitz Sensors (27 March 2002)
16A appliance inlet takes breaker onboard
By incorporating a circuit breaker instead of a fuse, the EF11 power module can be reset after a fault, has higher current limiting characteristics and provides circuit status indication. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (27 March 2002)
Four fused outlets aid power distribution
The Quadbloc+2 type 4758 is compact power distribution module from Schurter for applications such as computer systems, UPSs and industrial control systems. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (27 March 2002)
Tabletop meter/mix/dispense system
The See-Flo 387, Sealant Equipment and Engineering's tabletop meter/mix/dispense system, is designed to dispense two-component materials with extreme accuracy.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (27 March 2002)
Software to improve pie production
Meat processor George Adams has selected SSI's Tropos fast-response ERP solution to power its drive for growth.
News from SSI (27 March 2002)
Heat-shrinkable moulded shapes for smaller joints
Tyco Electronics has launched a new range of miniature heat-shrinkable moulded shapes designed to fit small circular connectors and provide effective protection and strain relief. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Wire, Harness and Protection (27 March 2002)
Mobility is essential when investigating ghosts!
User Application Article The Testo 445 multifunction measuring instrument is being used by Dr Richard Wiseman, of the University of Hertfordshire, to investigate alleged hauntings at two sites in Edinburgh.
News from Testo (27 March 2002)
Guide to integrated feedback solutions
Thomson Micron has a new 40-page technical guide for understanding options available to establish accurate positioning for rotary and linear motion applications.
News from Danaher Motion (27 March 2002)
Ultrasonic meter measures high-purity flows
The Panametrics UPT868 flowmeter system provides accurate nonintrusive flow measurement of sterile or ultra-pure liquids.
News from GE Sensing - Panametrics (27 March 2002)
Statistical process control software gains upgrade
Available now from Adept Scientific is the latest version of Quality Analyst, the comprehensive statistical process control charting and analysis tool from Northwest Analytical. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (26 March 2002)
Lamps are approved for the Airbus programme
Now available from Aerco is a range of fluorescent lamps from SLI Miniature Lighting specifically designed for the aviation industry.
News from Aerco (26 March 2002)
Read the labels at Electrex
Brady will be exhibiting a wide range of products at Electrex 2002, including its full range of portable printers for both on site and office applications. Brochure Available
News from Brady Lab (26 March 2002)
Counting the true costs of lost production
Downtime Central is a new website published by Business Industrial Network focused on the "true" cost of downtime, rather than placing dollars in a general bucket such as "overhead".
News from Business Industrial Network (26 March 2002)
Software optimises NC programming
Vericut is NC verification and optimisation software that enables users to eliminate the process of manually proving-out NC programs. Brochure Available
News from CGTech (26 March 2002)
Signs are way out in an emergency
Now available from Cooper Lighting and Security is a stylish new range of Menvier gold or chrome finished exit signs, designed to offer an elegant solution for emergency lighting.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (26 March 2002)
Company addresses advanced digital manufacturing
3D Systems Corp and DSM Somos have launched a new company to pursue opportunities in the new and expanding field of advanced digital manufacturing (ADM), as conceived by 3D Systems. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (26 March 2002)
Drives debut at exhibition
Eurotherm Drives will have its biggest ever presence at the Drives and Controls Exhibition, with many new products on show for the first time.
News from Eurotherm (26 March 2002)
Ultra-low-profile shear beam spreads applications
A new low-cost low-profile stainless-steel shear beam load cell offers exciting design possibilities for a wide range of weighing applications.
News from Flintec UK (26 March 2002)
Pump performs under pressure - constantly
A new pump uses novel inexpensive technology to maintain constant pressure under varying operating conditions.
News from ITT Industries Jabsco, Rule and Flojet (26 March 2002)
Small-pixel-size array for NIR spectroscopy
A new generation of near infra-red array detectors is ideal for applications involving spectroscopy analysis.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (26 March 2002)
Expansion for German power transmission specialist
KEB has expanded two of its production facilities in Germany.
News from KEB (UK) (26 March 2002)
Industrial DC motors take on new applications
Leroy Somer has extended its LSK range of industrial DC motors, further increasing the range of applications for which they are suited.
News from Leroy Somer (26 March 2002)
Farnell to handle Lemo circulars
Lemo has appointed Farnell to distribute its connector range, initially in the UK and Ireland.
News from Lemo UK (26 March 2002)
Simulator key to higher growth at De-Met
User Application Article LVD has been making life easier for sheet metal subcontractor De-Met.
News from LVD (UK) (26 March 2002)
Position switches are where it's at
Moeller's popular AT position switches are ideal for a wide range of industrial applications providing the link between moving machine parts and the control panel.
News from Moeller Electric (26 March 2002)
Betech is Motovario dealer of the year
A company formed 14 years ago has won a prestigious "Dealer of the year" award for a record 40% increase in sales of gear boxes and motors.
News from Motovario (UK) (26 March 2002)
Brushless DC motors take drives onboard
OEM can now offer Neckar Brushless DC motors with built-in drive electronics which feature velocity or torque mode control.
News from OEM Automatic (26 March 2002)
CD covers all aspects of machine safety control
A CD providing comprehensive and up to date information about machine safety control is now available from Omron Electronics. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (26 March 2002)
Tube fitting failures - a warning from history
A tube fitting failure on a North Sea platform has highlighted a safety-related problem that could affect thousands of fittings currently in service worldwide. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division (26 March 2002)
PLC-based options improve crane performance
The UK's largest volume crane builder is offering a range of new control packages to enhance safety, efficiency, prolong service life and drive down the cost of ownership.
News from Street Crane (26 March 2002)
It's official: Siemens is a good place to work
The Sunday Times "100 best companies to work for" annual award has ranked Siemens amongst the top employers in the UK.
News from Siemens UK (26 March 2002)
Snap-in high-current inlet speeds assembly
The latest IEC inlet module from Schurter is designed for speed of installation. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (26 March 2002)
Combined high-current inlet saves space and wiring
A new power entry module from Schurter provides a combination of a high-current appliance inlet, an EMI line filter and a circuit breaker in one compact package. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (26 March 2002)
Pumps put calibration systems under pressure
SI Pressure Instruments has an enhanced-efficiency range of handheld pneumatic and hydraulic pressure pumps for calibration systems.
News from GE Sensing (26 March 2002)
Automatic pump traps are quiet success at hospital
User Application Article Spirax Sarco APT14 automatic pump traps have helped improve the welfare of patients undergoing surgery at St James Hospital in Dublin.
News from Spirax Sarco (26 March 2002)
Seals can be adapted for individual applications
Freudenberg has succeeded in developing a Simmerring for industrial applications which combines the properties of both PTFE and elastomer materials.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (26 March 2002)
High-speed interface has precise synchronisation
Trio Motion Technology will be launching a new Sercos communications interface board at the Drives and Controls show at the NEC in Birmingham.
News from Trio Motion Technology (26 March 2002)
Gearheads provide the right angle
ZF Industrial's new WT range of gearheads provides machine designers with the convenient option of turning servomotor drive systems through 90 degrees. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (26 March 2002)
2.2 face-grooving system cuts 14mm diameters
A new 2.2mm wide tooling system for face grooving at diameters down to 14mm and depths of 10mm has been developed by Advanced Carbide Tooling.
News from Advanced Carbide Tooling (25 March 2002)
Brush up on your Maple this summer
Users of Maple, the leading symbolic engine for advanced mathematicians, now have the opportunity to improve their skills and share experiences with others at the Maple Summer Workshop. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (25 March 2002)
Research shows slow progress in solid modelling
Half (51%) the UK's CAD using sites operating within the mechanical engineering sector are using 3D CAD software, according to recent research conducted by The Business Advantage Group.
News from Business Advantage Group (25 March 2002)
Rapid prototyping slowly gains acceptance
Rapid prototyping technology has been used at 15% of CAD-using mechanical engineering sites over the last 12 months, according to recent research conducted by The Business Advantage Group.
News from Business Advantage Group (25 March 2002)
Report highlights engineering fears
The traditional fear of a rival undercutting their prices was identified as a major threat to their business by the greatest proportion of resellers during recent research.
News from Business Advantage Group (25 March 2002)
Lead-acid batteries find new outlets
Two Camden Electronics franchised distributors, Rapid and CPC, are to take on part of the company's Europa Plus range of sealed lead acid batteries.
News from Camden Electronics (25 March 2002)
Logical approach to programming logic controllers
A novel small logic controller brings the advantages of sequential flow chart programming to a new range of applications. Brochure Available
News from Crouzet (25 March 2002)
Software provides an Insight into profiling
Insight software is the latest development in profiling software for the reflow industry.
News from Datapaq (25 March 2002)
Suspended superconducting electromagnet for China
Eriez Magnetics Europe has designed and manufactured the world's first suspended superconducting electromagnet (SSE magnet). Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (25 March 2002)
Cameras track down tube faults
User Application Article Thermal imaging cameras are being used to detect faults on London Underground well before they become expensive failures. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (25 March 2002)
Show of force at Europlast
Ametek Lloyd Instruments is planning an impressive show of testing equipment on Stand 56 at Europlast 2002.
News from Lloyd Instruments (25 March 2002)
Rejuvenated jigmill runs 55% faster
User Application Article The integration of a Heidenhain TNC 310 compact contouring control to replace its previous manual operation has cut machinig times by up to 55% on a DeVlieg Spiramatic 2B-36 jigmill. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (25 March 2002)
Segmented stator boosts actuator torque
A novel segmented stator design provides increased torque performance for an established range of integrated linear actuators. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (25 March 2002)
LVDT signal conditioner runs from LV supply
Ixthus Instrumentation has a new high-quality low-voltage LVDT signal conditioner with improved electronics manufactured by US-based Macro Sensors.
News from Ixthus Instrumentation (25 March 2002)
HNCs available via open learning programmes
Logis-Tech Associates subdivision A-1 Technical Training provides a service for those who are unable to attend college on either a full-time or part-time basis. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (25 March 2002)
Ultrasonic detectors find leaks and faults
Portable ultrasonic detectors can be a valuable asset in both leak detection and preventive maintenance of mechanical assemblies. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (25 March 2002)
Hygenic probe checks levels with radar
The important benefits provided by GWR (guided wave radar) level transmitter technology, have recently been extended following the introduction of a hygienic single rod probe option. Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International (25 March 2002)
CD-ROM catalogues are interactive and web-enabled
Merlin Gerin has extended its range of interactive CD-ROMs, giving complete details of its product range on handy credit-card-sized disks.
News from Merlin Gerin (25 March 2002)
Stainless-steel supports score highly
Nu-Tech Engineering Services has made a number of additions to the its range of levelling feet and machine mounts.
News from Nu-Tech Engineering Services (25 March 2002)
Stainless-steel reel handler keeps it clean
Packline has released its latest generation of reel handling systems, the Mk 3 Compac range, featuring a completely new design and available with a comprehensive choice of attachments.
News from Packline (25 March 2002)
Clamp spindle gets a grip on reels
A highly versatile clamp spindle is the latest addition to the range of attachments available for Packline's Mk3 Compac reel handling system.
News from Packline (25 March 2002)
Server safeguards touch PC data
QCL has added a novel RAID server to its range of touch PCs.
News from QCL Group (25 March 2002)
Test facility boosts circuit breakers
Rockwell Automation has enhanced its Allen-Bradley 140M motor protective circuit breaker with an innovative addon unit that enables the protective devices and associated circuitry to be tested.
News from Rockwell Automation (25 March 2002)
Stainless-steel switch disconnects in isolation
Routeco has moved into product assembly with the introduction of a range of stainless-steel switch disconnects that are perfect for the food and other related industries.
News from Routeco (25 March 2002)
IEC connector changes gender at the bulkhead
A novel addition to the Schurter IEC connector range, the type 470 inlet/outlet module is a through-bulkhead-mounting "gender changer" connection solution. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (25 March 2002)
Resettable fuses strap on to protect
Schurter has expanded its resettable PTC-Fuse product family with the addition of two ranges of strap-type devices. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (25 March 2002)
Document archive management facility saves designs
Technodyne International has introduced its new document archive management facility (DAMC), providing for the storage, retrieval and control of engineering type archive data.
News from Technodyne International (25 March 2002)
Outsourcing aids HV manufacturer
Texcel Technology has enabled HV manufacturer Start-Spellman to improve its delivery flexibility as part of a strategic outsourcing agreement for low-volume, high-variety PCBs and subassemblies.
News from Texcel Technology (25 March 2002)
Motion control launches in Birmingham
Trio Motion Technology will be launching four new products at the Drives and Controls Exhibition at the UK NEC in May.
News from Trio Motion Technology (25 March 2002)
Motion controller gives birth to Ethernet daughter
A new Ethernet board from Trio Motion Technology features "plug and play" simplicity and provides remote web-based monitoring and control for the company's MC206 and MC224 motion co-ordinators.
News from Trio Motion Technology (25 March 2002)
Stack gas flow measurement without moving parts
Torbar has introduced the SG3000 gas flow system to measure the mass flow of exhaust from chimneys and stacks up to 10m in diameter.
News from Torbar Flowmeters (25 March 2002)
Novel approach to fildbus control
Occasionally a new control product comes along that changes designers' and manufacturers' approaches to the design of their control systems, and TR Systemtechnik has launched such a product.
News from TR Controls (25 March 2002)
Kitz picks Young and Cunningham for the UK
Young and Cunningham Group has secured a UK distributorship for ball and butterfly valves from Kitz Corp.
News from Young and Cunningham (25 March 2002)
New sizes for planetary gearheads
Thomson Micron has added 90 and 115mm sizes to its UltraTrue line of true planetary gearheads.
News from Danaher Motion (25 March 2002)
Actuators have variable speed control
MaxJac is a new line of compact actuators from Thomson Micron that deliver variable speed control for thrust applications.
News from Danaher Motion (25 March 2002)
Hydraulic cylinders control coil slitting line
User Application Article Parker Hannifin MMB heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders have been specified for control functions on a coil slitting line built for Millenium Steel Service of Princeton, Indiana. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (25 March 2002)
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