News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 19 May
to Saturday 25 May 2002
Stainless-steel sensors are on the level
Crydom Magnetics has a new range of stainless-steel liquid level sensors, with versions operating up to 200C.
News from Cynergy3 Components (24 May 2002)
Dull and Piet take charge at Cyco
Cyco Software has appointed Joost Dull and Sander Piet to its executive management team.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (24 May 2002)
Optimised data collection
The latest enhancements to DLoG's TipData data collection module take full advantage of Version 9.1 of Preactor's finite capacity scheduling and planning system.
News from DLoG (UK) (24 May 2002)
Resin puts prototype modems on show
User Application Article DSM Somos provided Somos 10120 WaterClear to produce 10 prototyped sets of the Pocket Spider IIc wireless modem for PDAs for use in a recent trade show. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (24 May 2002)
Flame retardant price increase
Great Lakes Chemical Corp is to increase the off-list price of all grades of hexabromocyclododecane flame retardant in Europe, the Middle East and Africa by 10% from the 15th June 2002.
News from Chemtura (24 May 2002)
Low-profile convertors distribute power
HiTek Power has a new series of low-profile AC/DC convertors for use in modular distributed power systems.
News from HiTek Power (24 May 2002)
Challenge seeks innovative sustainable solutions
A scheme run by the IEE, aimed at supporting practical contributions to a sustainable society, has been launched for a second year. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (24 May 2002)
Breaking the glass ceiling - literally
A Ukrainian glass company has been given the go ahead to upgrade its factory and increase output, thanks in part to a UK team of engineering specialists.
News from Lorien Engineering Solutions (24 May 2002)
RoSPA award for Lorien
Project design and management company Lorien Engineering Solutions has won one of the prestigious RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards for 2002.
News from Lorien Engineering Solutions (24 May 2002)
New twist to staircase production
The UK's market leader in the design, manufacture and installation, of staircases is on an expansionist trail and bringing in-house previous subcontract sheetmetal and plateworking.
News from LVD (UK) (24 May 2002)
Hook keeps cables safe during work
Cablesafe is a novel S-shaped hook used to suspend cables and hoses during maintenance work.
News from Westmark (24 May 2002)
Report confirms recorders' FDA compliance
Yokogawa has received independent confirmation that its Daqstation DX100P and DX200P paperless recorders meet the electronic record and signature requirements of FDA Regulation 21CFR Part 11.
News from Yokogawa UK (24 May 2002)
Proximity sensors are easy to apply
Assemtech Europe has added the PTS/PSS models to its range of Hall effect proximity sensors. Brochure Available
News from Assemtech Europe (23 May 2002)
New generation terminals take higher voltages
A new range of industrial cage-clamp terminals offers ease of termination as well as the ability to withstand higher voltages.
News from Harting (23 May 2002)
Fibre-optic system to keep ships connected
Lemo (UK) is supplying a fibre optic interconnection system for a major contract with the Hellenic Navy.
News from Lemo UK (23 May 2002)
Irish manufacturer bucks Far East trend
One of the leading European manufacturers of printed circuit boards and specialist laminates Micam is based in Ireland, employs 80 people and had a turnover of Eur 8 million in 2001.
News from Micam (23 May 2002)
Machining aids steel production
User Application Article In-situ machining as part of a plant refurbishment has helped a Spanish steel producer to substantially improve product quality and thickness tolerance.
News from Metalock Engineering (23 May 2002)
Cover assembly cuts build time and avoids leaks
User Application Article Eliminating leaks in hydrostatic pump controllers is made possible with a pressure tested cover assembly of six components from Minnesota Rubber/QMR Plastics.
News from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (23 May 2002)
Proximity reader keeps out vandals and weather
Morley Electronics has released the EProx vandal-resistant proximity reader for external door reader applications.
News from Morley Electronics (23 May 2002)
Refined ratchet provides precise torque
A novel design allows the latest torque tool to provide accurate torque settings over a range from 80 to 400Nm, even in applications with restricted access. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (23 May 2002)
Gibbons released from Socomec Sicon
Socomec Sicon UPS has released its Sales Director, Darren Gibbons, from his contract to enable him to take up the post of Managing Director at Harath.
News from Socomec Sicon UPS (23 May 2002)
Tester does the lot for lighting manufacturers
A novel all-in-one lighting tester combines DC insulation resistance testing with functional and high-voltage flash testing to cover regulatory, safety and quality requirements in one package.
News from SPS Electronic UK (23 May 2002)
Optical inspection system aids quality
Stencil specialist Tecan has installed the latest and most advanced automatic optical inspection (AOI) system.
News from Tecan (23 May 2002)
Filter increases safety and cuts neutral currents
ABB's new PQF-T active filter can reduce the risk of cables overheating and overloading, as well as increasing energy efficiency.
News from ABB Power Technologies (22 May 2002)
Speedy PGA boosts data acquisition
The latest data-acquisition card from Adlink features a novel programmable gain amplifier to overcome the traditional problems of acquiring signals faster than 500kHz. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology (22 May 2002)
Engineers' guide to technical writing
A new publication from ASM International gives engineers usable, easy to follow guidelines on how to write effective technical documents.
News from American Technical Publishers (22 May 2002)
Top rating for CAD viewer
Cyco Software's AutoManager View 3.2 has received top honors from Cadalyst Magazine, with an impressive Five Star rating in its annual round-up of drawing viewers.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (22 May 2002)
Temperature indicating labels and devices
A wide range of temperature indicating labels and monitoring devices available from Dry Pak Industries provide quick visual assurance that quality control standards have been monitored.
News from Dry Pak Industries (22 May 2002)
Polyglot website is quinlingual prototype
DSM Somos has revised its website with complete content available in five languages. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (22 May 2002)
Robot integration appointment
Industrial Automation (IAL) has been appointed as UK systems integrator for Denso Robotics.
News from Industrial Automation (22 May 2002)
High-quality lasers provide more power per watt
Developed to address new markets and to offer customers a wider variety of compact products, the Firestar series from Synrad incorporates three different technologies.
News from Laser Lines (Industrial and Medical) (22 May 2002)
The dangers of excess moisture
Technical Background Article Application engineers at Michell Instruments have identified the main areas where excess moisture can cause danger to the environment, equipment and even to human life. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (22 May 2002)
MACH award for Mikron
UK toolmakers are more eager than ever to invest in true high-speed machining to improve efficiency and profits.
News from Mikron (22 May 2002)
Two further field sales engineers for Papst
As part of its expansion process Papst has strengthened its sales team with the addition of two field sales engineers.
News from ebm-papst Automotive and Drives (UK) (22 May 2002)
Sensor aids vehicle lift positioning
User Application Article Ricon Corp, a US company specialising in the design and manufacture of vehicle accessibility products, has specified Penny and Giles ICS100 in-cylinder sensors for its latest Mirage F9T transit lift. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (22 May 2002)
Electrohydraulic scissor lifts are on the up
A wide range of electrohydraulic scissor lifts can be supplied by Power-Lifts.
News from Power-Lifts (22 May 2002)
Web-based help on pumps
Pumpmasters is now operating a live help desk for its customers direct from its web page.
News from Pumpmasters (22 May 2002)
Direct access to global technology information
A revolutionary new website for British businesses has been designed and developed by innovation strategy specialist Pera.
News from Pera (22 May 2002)
Fast Ethernet hub has five auto-configurable ports
Parvus Corp has unveiled what it reckons is the first Fast Ethernet switching hub for embedded PC/104 applications.
News from Parvus Corp (22 May 2002)
Custom options for handheld enclosures
Radiatron has launched the Pactec HRP Series of enclosures for hand-held devices and instrumentation.
News from ACAL Radiatron (22 May 2002)
Couplings compensate for misalignment
The novel SPC coupling from Staubli is unique in being able to compensate for misalignment on connection. Brochure Available
News from Staubli UK (Connectors) (22 May 2002)
Pins and nails to debut in Birmingham
Seac expects to revolutionise the fixing of PVC-u fascias, soffits and bargeboards with its innovative new polymer-headed pin and nail design being launched at this year's Interbuild exhibition.
News from SEAC (22 May 2002)
BSC safety award for SES
Shepherd Engineering Services (SES), has won a prestigious safety award from the British Safety Council (BSC) for the fifth year in succession.
News from Shepherd Engineering Services (22 May 2002)
America's Cup entry sails through design
User Application Article OneWorld Challenge, one of three US entries in the America's Cup yacht race, is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software and Structural Research Analysis Corp's Cosmos/Works analysis software in its quest.
News from Structural Research and Analysis Corp (22 May 2002)
Contracts cement partnership
One year on from the launch of Sumitomo Cyclo Europe's and Centa Transmissions collaboration, and their partnership is going from strength.
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies (22 May 2002)
PID controllers cover full application spread
A comprehensive range of PID controllers manufactured by Carlo Gavazzi is now available from Vydas International Marketing. Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing (22 May 2002)
System simplifies insert selection
Tooling system specialist Walter GB has extended its Walter Colour Select colour-coded selection system.
News from Walter GB (22 May 2002)
Friendly CAD data management solution
Zeal Solutions has released QuickSilver DDM Version 3, which incorporates a number of enhancements and improvements to its interface to make it even more intuitive and user friendly.
News from Zeal Solutions (22 May 2002)
Package links PCB design to SolidWorks
CircuitWorks IV is a fully integrated data interface between SolidWorks and PCB design systems.
News from Zeal Solutions (22 May 2002)
Maths software significantly improved
Maple 8 is the newest version of the widely adopted Maple mathematical computation product line from Waterloo Maple. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (21 May 2002)
Migration from PCI to PC/104
The Adlink NuDAQ series now provides a low-cost migration path from the PCIbus to the PC/104-plus. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology (21 May 2002)
Busduct system passes the international test
The Anord/Henikwon SCM Busduct system has recently been tested at 100kA for 2.7s in accordance with IEC standards and verified at an ASTA test station.
News from Anord Control Systems (21 May 2002)
Blind threaded rivet nuts and inserts
A complete line of SpinTite and MaxTite blind threaded rivet nuts and inserts is offered by Atlas Engineering for use in "blind" attachment applications.
News from Atlas Engineering (21 May 2002)
Messe proves a success for CC-Link open network
The CC-Link Partner Association's second year at Hannover Messe in April was a resounding success. Brochure Available
News from CC-Link Partner Association (21 May 2002)
Multimeters provide true-RMS measurements
All new ranges of Fluke digital multimeters (DMMs) feature true-RMS measurements, vital for correct fault finding in circuits with nonlinear loads, such as power supplies and variable-speed drives. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (21 May 2002)
Novel alternative energy source comes to the farm
New York based Gravitational Systems has released the first in a series of gravity-powered products.
News from Gravitational Systems (21 May 2002)
Blast deburring plastic gears
User Application Article The world's largest automotive component maker trusted Guyson to solve the problem of deburring plastic gears without damage to the critical gear tooth or alteration of the surface finish. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (21 May 2002)
Looking for an engineering consultant?
The IEE Consultants' Directory offers free access to its online database of the world's engineering specialists. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (21 May 2002)
Industrial PCs soften up for emerging applications
New research from IMS has found that the European market for industrial PCs can expect significant growth over the coming years, with annual growth rates topping 10%.
News from IMS Research (21 May 2002)
Metalworking orders top GBP 800,000
While celebrating 50 years of manufacturing sheetmetal equipment LVD of Belgium added more than GBP 800,000 to its international sales at Metalworking 2002 at the NEC in Birmingham.
News from LVD (UK) (21 May 2002)
RCDs offer practical protection
Moeller Electric reckons its range of FIP residual current devices (RCDs) offer high quality, reliability and value for money to suit most project budgets.
News from Moeller Electric (21 May 2002)
Guide to welding on the wall
Every workshop should have one - the Murex Welding Products' guide to the oxy/fuel gas welding process. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (21 May 2002)
Flexible acquisition for temperature
Engineers and scientists now have a new option for taking type J and K thermocouple measurements with National Instruments 12bit, dual-channel FieldPoint modules. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (21 May 2002)
Load cells maintain accuracy when the heat is on
Novatech can now offer load cells that maintain their high accuracy figures right up to 250C, opening up a whole new arena of possible applications.
News from Novatech Measurements (21 May 2002)
Skewed armatures reduce cogging
Lo-Cog 26mm brush-commutated DC motors available from Pittman feature seven-slot skewed armatures for reduced cogging and resin-impregnated windings for enhanced reliability.
News from PennEngineering Motion Technologies - Europe (21 May 2002)
Bulletin on brush-commutated DC gearmotors
An updated full-colour 20-page product bulletin available from Pittman profiles Lo-Cog brush-commutated DC gearmotors designed for smooth, quiet operation and long life.
News from PennEngineering Motion Technologies - Europe (21 May 2002)
Tolerance rings give motor specialist an edge
Litton/Clifton Precision is using tolerance rings to mount high impact, high dielectric moulded brush holders in its motor housings. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings (21 May 2002)
Rail racks up disparate servers
A novel universal mounting rail enables designers to mount different servers in a single rack or enclosure. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (21 May 2002)
Rogan has glowing reports of RTP compounds
User Application Article Rogan Corp turned to specialty compounder RTP Company for help in providing quick, accurate and cost-effective colour concentrates for its PureTouch line of premium knobs and handles.
News from RTP Company (21 May 2002)
Subcon awards for Shearline
Shearline Precision Engineering yet again came away from the Subcon exhibition at MACH 2002 in Birmingham with awards.
News from Shearline Precision Engineering (21 May 2002)
Productivity in the North
Eight of the UK's leading machine tool, tooling, measurement, CADCAM and injection mould equipment suppliers are staging an open-house exhibition in Rochdale from 18th to 20th June 2002.
News from 600 Centre (21 May 2002)
Hydraulic bolt tensioners relieve the pressure
SKF Engineering Products has launched Hydrocam, a cost-effective range of hydraulic bolt tensioners, which provide a reliable, accurate and safe bolted assembly. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (21 May 2002)
Shepherd completes cancer research facility
Shepherd Engineering Services (SES), has recently completed the new cutting edge Hutchison/Medical Research Council (MRC) Research Centre.
News from Shepherd Engineering Services (21 May 2002)
Air data products solution guide
A 12-page solution guide covering air data measurement fundamentals, reference publications, and air data equipment is now available at no charge from SpaceAge Control.
News from SpaceAge Control (21 May 2002)
Silver jubilee celebrations
Servelec is celebrating its 25th birthday.
News from CSE Servelec (21 May 2002)
Bumper sales for SIG Pack Systems
In the second six months of the current fiscal year, sales in complete systems and in secondary packaging systems by SIG Pack Systems increased by 150% over the full year 2001.
News from Sigpack Systems (21 May 2002)
CAD on trial for Windows or Linux
New from VariCAD is the VariCAD 8.2.0.1 update for both Windows and Linux operating systems.
News from Varicad (21 May 2002)
Coating solves problems punching titanium
User Application Article By changing to Wilson Tool International's Optima high-performance coated punch press tooling for processing titanium, Hydram Engineering has cured its excessive tool wear problems.
News from Wilson Tool International (21 May 2002)
Servo squeezes in when size really does matter
Wyko Industrial Services is launching what is probably the world's smallest Sercos compatible servo system for applications such as packaging and printing, where size really does matter. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (21 May 2002)
Hall-effect sensor gets to the teeth of gearing
The new A3064LKA from Allegro MicroSystems is an AC-coupled Hall-effect gear-tooth sensor implemented as a monolithic integrated circuit.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (20 May 2002)
Structurally stiff robots for speed and accuracy
ATM Automation has expanded its range of three-axis Cartesian robots.
News from ATM Automation (20 May 2002)
Bench supply provides a testing 10A
The EX1810R, new from TTi, is a high-current single-output bench power supply in a compact case style, and is capable of providing 180W of power.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (20 May 2002)
Adjustable relief valve protects sensitive systems
The Kenmac KVV is an adjustable relief valve suitable for nonvented or vented inline applications in chemical, petrochemical and high purity gas industries.
News from Boiswood (20 May 2002)
Display modules take more onboard
The SC series of alphanumeric dot-matrix LCD modules are designed with built-in CMOS driver devices to reduce component count, simplify the interface circuitry and increase overall system reliability.
News from CTL Components (20 May 2002)
Full-spec encoder in a small package
The latest device from Encoder Technology is just 7.5mm diameter and 10.5mm long yet has A, B, and marker pulse with full TTL square wave. Brochure Available
News from Encoder Technology (20 May 2002)
Online shop is new central sci-tech resource
GetInfo is a novel online shop dedicated to the supply of electronic and print publications in all areas of science and technology. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (20 May 2002)
Software helps cable maker cut energy costs
User Application Article By using GE Fanuc's Cimplicity software, the Swiss cable manufacturer Nexans has managed to substantially reduce electricity costs. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (20 May 2002)
Hoerbiger-Origa appoints Wyko
Wyko Industrial Services is to distribute the Hoerbiger-Origa range of pneumatic control equipment and electric linear drives through its 120+ national branch network. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (20 May 2002)
Pintelon on test at LMS
Filip Pintelon has joined LMS International as Vice President of the company's Test Division. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (20 May 2002)
Improvements to the art of noise (and vibration)
LMS International has upgraded its Test.Lab integrated software suite for noise and vibration testing and engineering. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (20 May 2002)
Configurator aids coupling specification
Lovejoy reckons it has transformed the highly technical experience of sizing and selecting couplings into a simple and comprehensive series of questions.
News from Lovejoy (20 May 2002)
Show launch press brake heads for Sandwich
Metalworking 2002 at the NEC was the time for Franco Carlotti to make the decision to replace an ageing press brake with an LVD multi-axis PPEB 3m 135t machine to be delivered direct from the show.
News from LVD (UK) (20 May 2002)
Custom design puts Marlin in the clouds
Marlin Automated Manufacturing Systems has secured a contract for the manufacture of a revolutionary universal contour checking machine (UCCM) for Airbus UK.
News from Marlin Automated Manufacturing Systems (20 May 2002)
Diamond-like coating is tough stuff
Diamonex DLC from Morgan Advanced Ceramics is a high-performance surface coating, providing ceramic hardness, excellent chemical resistance and low friction.
News from Morgan Advanced Ceramics (20 May 2002)
Internet bidding wins GBP 2.65 million subcontract
Orders worth up to GBP 750,000 and the retention of an existing contract worth some GBP 1.9 million were won by turning subcontractor Rodmatic Precision Engineering through a recent Internet auction.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (20 May 2002)
New franchise sheds light on machine vision
Firstsight Vision has been appointed the exclusive distributor for United Kingdom and Ireland for CCS of Japan. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (20 May 2002)
UV-sensitive camera sees finer details
The Sony XCD-SX900UV camera is a special version of the existing SX900 Firewire based megapixel camera fitted with a variant of the CCD designed for enhanced UV sensitivity. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (20 May 2002)
Chrome coating technology for Mars mission
Poeton Industries is providing hard chrome plating expertise for the launch clamp ring for the Beagle 2 lander of European Space Agency's Mars Express mission.
News from Poeton Industries (20 May 2002)
Industrial PC prices tumble
Pro-face has cut the list prices of Xycom products throughout Europe, some by up to 30%.
News from Pro-face UK (20 May 2002)
Rotary displacement sensor handles off-axis forces
Based on RDP's patented and well-proven 'noncontact capacitive technology', the RCDT rotary displacement sensor offers absolute measurement with the benefit of a long operational lifespan. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (20 May 2002)
Power outlet speeds assembly and saves space
Schurter reckons its new type 4719 is the worlds first fused shuttered outlet. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (20 May 2002)
Surface grinders prove cost-effective purchases
User Application Article The installation of two Okamoto ACC 450 DXA surface grinding machines has allowed the Belper-based toolmaker Tarpey-Harris to reduce lead times by up to 25%.
News from 600 Centre (20 May 2002)
Mounting excitement over novel website
A new website, www.skf.com/mount, gives detailed instructions for mounting and dismounting of all SKF's major bearing types. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (20 May 2002)
CCTV development role for Elsey
Stortech Electronics has made a new appointment to help it develop and deliver its leading edge CCTV security products, during a key growth phase for the company.
News from Stortech Electronics (20 May 2002)
Dyson to talk at TCT 2002 conference
Any company looking to reduce its costs or lead times at any stage of the design and manufacturing process has to consider the potential benefits to be gained from attending the TCT 2002 conference.
News from TCT Conference and Exhibition (20 May 2002)
Encoder adapters boost signal range
US Digital's latest encoder adapters cut down on noise, false triggering, and allow the use of much longer cables.
News from US Digital (20 May 2002)
Location guide finds electrical wholesalers
WF Electrical has published a handy pocket guide complete with individual maps for each of its 96 branches.
News from WF Electrical (20 May 2002)
Cameras incorporate web servers
Stand-alone network cameras from Wordsworth, the Pixord 100 and 120 incorporate all the features required for secure, remote, real-time surveillance via the Internet.
News from Wordsworth Technology (20 May 2002)
Wireless keypad eases data entry for 21 CFR 11
A new wireless remote-control keypad option has been introduced by Yokogawa UK to simplify data entry on its Daqstation DX100P and DX200P range of paperless recorders for pharmaceutical applications.
News from Yokogawa UK (20 May 2002)
Simple answer to jitter measurement
The new TA120F from Yokogawa Martron is a digital jitter analyser for making measurements on optical disks including CDs and DVD/ROMs.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (20 May 2002)
Custom polymer solutions
Thomson Industries has issued an informative flyer that outlines the company's capabilities to provide simple, cost-effective custom polymer solutions.
News from Danaher Motion (20 May 2002)
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