News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 23 June
to Saturday 29 June 2002
Buyers walk into open house... and pay up
Following strong sales at MACH 2002, Agie and Mikron hosted an open house at their shared UK headquarters in Birmingham, attracting more than 50 UK buyers from 24 machining houses.
News from Agie Charmilles (28 June 2002)
Chromatography aids fuel additive analysis
Agilent Technologies has developed a 2D gas chromatography method that enhances resolution when analysing additives and aromatics used to improve performance and reduce emissions in gasoline.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (28 June 2002)
Hand cleanser has Aloe Vera for extra protection
The D440 Citra-Sol hand cleanser product manufactured by Assured Solutions is now available with Aloe Vera.
News from Assured Solutions (28 June 2002)
Introduction to gear cutting and measurement
The British Gear Association is supporting a four-day "Introduction to gear cutting and measurement" course at Coventry Technical College.
News from British Mechanical Power Transmission Association (28 June 2002)
Workshop teaches Excel for engineers
Emagenit has released a new version of its popular Microsoft Excel/VBA workshop for engineers called AETS for Engineers.
News from Emagenit (28 June 2002)
Servo feed reflects motion control expertise
User Application Article Motion control expertise provided by Goodwin Electronics has played a crucial role in the development of a high performance power press system supplied by Birmingham-based MM Power Press Service.
News from Goodwin Electronics (28 June 2002)
Flame-retardant price hike
Great Lakes Chemical Corp is to increase its price of its DE-83R (decabromodiphenyl oxide) flame retardant by $0.25/kg on a global basis after 22nd July 2002.
News from Chemtura (28 June 2002)
Displacement transducers include voltage output
HBM's WA series of displacement transducers has been extended with the addition of a 2mm measuring range. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (28 June 2002)
Automotive force measurements take to the road
High quality test measurements on cars in the most demanding of environments, such as sun, ice, wind, extremes of temperature, and dirt are now possible with HBM's MGCsplit modules. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (28 June 2002)
Temperature sensors shrink to smaller packages
Heraeus Sensor-Nite has developed a novel range of low-cost high-accuracy temperature sensors in SMD flip-chip packages.
News from Heraeus Sensor Technology (28 June 2002)
Second award for modelling software
IX SPeeD Suite from ImpactXoft has been selected as a winner of the July 2002 Editors' Choice Award from Cadence magazine.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (28 June 2002)
UPS capacity raised to 3kVA
The Powerware 9125 family is now available in power ratings from 1 to 3kVA.
News from Invensys Powerware (28 June 2002)
Three-phase UPS covers industrial supplies
The Powerware 9305 80kVA is a double-conversion online three-phase UPS system featuring a full set of PW9305 family options.
News from Invensys Powerware (28 June 2002)
Cleaner cuts trike for seal manufacturer
User Application Article Kerry Ultrasonics has enabled seal manufacturer Wills Engineered Polymers to remove the potentially harmful solvent trichloroethylene (trike) from its cleaning process.
News from Kerry Ultrasonics (28 June 2002)
High-capacity briquetter forms larger briquettes
A high-capacity roll press briquetter from KR Komarek produces briquettes sized from 76 x 51 x 32 to 152 x 127 x 76mm, at throughputs ranging from 30 to 50t/h.
News from Komarek (28 June 2002)
Torque transducers take on new applications
User Application Article A new concept in torque measurement from Lebow Products is opening up exciting opportunities across a broad spectrum of industries.
News from Lebow Products (28 June 2002)
Moisture resistant reaction torque sensor
The Lebow Model 2404-146 coaxial torque sensor is a device for measuring the reaction torque on the housing of an assembly under test; typically a motor or generator.
News from Lebow Products (28 June 2002)
Leak detector makes sound financial sense
The EP 542 ultrasonic leak detector is fast becoming the top seller for Logis-Tech Associates. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (28 June 2002)
Adhesives for permanent-magnet motors
Bondmaster offers a full line of adhesives for various applications in high-quality permanent-magnet motors.
News from Bondmaster (28 June 2002)
Cold turkey for vacuum booster set
User Application Article Chilling out is probably the last thing on a turkey's mind at Xmas, but it's a way of life at Brandons Poultry plant in Abergavenny, South Wales.
News from Rietschle Thomas (28 June 2002)
Chokes cut stresses on motors
The Schaffner RWK 305 Series of dv/dt chokes offers designers and operators reliable and cost-effective motor protection. Brochure Available
News from Schaffner (28 June 2002)
Shots and more from dispensing system
The Servo-Flo 302 dispensing system is designed to precisely dispense metered shots or beads of a single- or two-component epoxy, silicone, urethane or other fluid material.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (28 June 2002)
Software helps students compete at SAE competition
User Application Article Cosmos analysis and simulation software is playing an integral role in the creation of tournament vehicles for college-level competitions sanctioned by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
News from SolidWorks Corporation (28 June 2002)
Special seals make Free Fall safer
User Application Article The "Free Fall" is a theme park attraction that uses the world's largest portable pneumatic cylinder to whip a cage full of thrill-seekers to a height of 36m within seconds.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (28 June 2002)
Heavyweight resistors handle hot duties
Ideal for applications where heatsinking is not possible or where cost and space are issues, BPR series high-power resistors from Tyco Electronics are available in power ratings from 500 to 1500W. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics UK (28 June 2002)
Electronics expert takes over engineering at Bath
Electronics expert Prof Simon Jones is to spearhead the University of Bath's world-class faculty of Engineering and Design.
News from University of Bath (28 June 2002)
Titanic rewards from remanufactured machines
User Application Article A trio of remanufactured vertical turning and boring machines are proving critical in maintaining Titan Steel Wheels' world lead in the manufacture of off-highway wheels and rims.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (28 June 2002)
Edging tool is a smooth performer
A tool developed by Wilson Tool International is able to incorporate the forming of a smooth safety edge on holes and slots in sheet metal components within the automatic cycle of a CNC punch press.
News from Wilson Tool International (28 June 2002)
Halcyon year rewarded with a Hog
An award of a prestigious Harley Davidson motorcycle has been made to Paul Friday, Sales Director at ABB's Drives Alliance Partner, Halcyon Drives following a highly successful 2001.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (27 June 2002)
Insulation manufacturer saves a packet
User Application Article KnaufAlcopor is saving GBP 50,000 worth of energy per year since replacing the existing variable speed drives on its insulation forming conveyor with new DTC drives from ABB.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (27 June 2002)
Split design raises acquisition resolution
The DAQ-2010 is a multifunction card combining four channels of simultaneous 2MHz A/D and two channels of 1MHz D/A conversion. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology (27 June 2002)
Robot cleaner is a blast
A robotic, fluid-jet system for cleaning railway tank cars and highway tanker trucks features an articulated nozzle assembly that is lowered into the tank through the central manway hatch.
News from Sentry Equipment Corp (27 June 2002)
Industrial target aims for embedded control
The xPC TargetBox is an industrial PC hardware system that complements The MathWorks' model-based design solution to meet the need for rapid control prototyping for embedded systems development.
News from MathWorks (27 June 2002)
Lathe gives motorcycle team speedy payback
User Application Article Castrol Honda's new lathe paid for itself on a single batch of components, and now the motorcycle racing team has ambitious plans to supply parts on a commercial basis.
News from Colchester-Harrison (27 June 2002)
Backup batteries extend to 100Ah capacity
EnerSys Reserve Power Group has expanded its Genesis NP line of valve-regulated lead-acid batteries up to 100Ah to meet the needs of higher power applications.
News from EnerSys (27 June 2002)
Splicing and conveyor solutions revealed
"Splicing and conveyor solutions" is a 16-page colour brochure from Flexco, summarising the company's continually expanding line of products for improving and maintaining belt conveyor systems.
News from Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company) (27 June 2002)
Force transducers ensure maximum accuracy
All models in the Z30 and Z4A series of force transducers from HBM now meet the highest precision criteria possible to meet increased industrial demand. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (27 June 2002)
Big brother for actuator family
HSI has added a size 23 noncaptive linear actuator to its growing hybrid motor line.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument (27 June 2002)
Lubrication meeting in Nashville
The International Council for Machinery Lubrication is hosting an interim meeting of the ISO TC108/SC5 subcommittee on condition monitoring and diagnostics of machines.
News from International Council for Machinery Lubrication (27 June 2002)
Turnkey leak testing systems in six weeks
A short-lead-time solution for 100% leak testing of small/medium-size products or components offers custom fixtures plus programmable instrumentation and controls in a compact, modular unit.
News from Intertech Development Company (27 June 2002)
Jetcam boosts Middle Eastern coverage
Jetcam has signed Simulation Design Services as a reseller in the Middle East Region.
News from Jetcam International (27 June 2002)
Windows flexibility for CNC control system
Laser Lines (Industrial and Medical) has added a standard CNC control system to its Nutec range of high precision motion systems.
News from Laser Lines (Industrial and Medical) (27 June 2002)
Engineering courses exported to North Africa
Logis-Tech Associates has recently enrolled a large number of candidates onto its HNC courses in chemical process engineering and instrumentation engineering from a national oil corporation in Libya. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (27 June 2002)
HNCs go abroad by open learning
Logis-Tech Associates subdivision A-1 Technical Training has been successful in recruiting students from outside the UK. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (27 June 2002)
Diamond-like coating comes to the UK
Poeton Industries is to sell the Diamolith "diamond like carbon" coating from the Innovative Coating Company in the UK.
News from Poeton Industries (27 June 2002)
Tolerance rings improve torque control
Technical Background Article Over recent years tolerance rings have been adopted for numerous torque control applications in industries ranging from automotive to white goods. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings (27 June 2002)
Radar checks up on asphalt levels
User Application Article Solartron Mobrey is working with a leading supplier of asphalt products to trial its MRL700 noncontact radar level transmitter in an asphalt (bitumen) application.
News from Mobrey Measurement (27 June 2002)
Foundation lights up the lives of children
Employees at Schneider Electric sites throughout the UK are taking part in a worldwide campaign aimed at providing support for organisations involved with assisting young people in difficulty.
News from Schneider Electric (27 June 2002)
Corsham School helps Schneider campaign
Pupils, parents and staff at Corsham School have made a donation of GBP 425 to a fund-raising campaign currently in progress at Schneider Electric's Chippenham site.
News from Schneider Electric (27 June 2002)
New division provides engineering IT support
Aveva Group has set up a new managed services division.
News from Aveva Managed Services (26 June 2002)
Meter sheds light on mystery components
With the latest instrument from AVO International, the modern trend for electronic components to carry no markings to identify their function is no longer a problem for service and test engineers. Brochure Available
News from Megger (26 June 2002)
Micro motors join the range with custom options
After 80 years of experience in the integral motor market, Baldwin Supply Company has expanded its product range to include micro motors.
News from Baldwin Supply Co (26 June 2002)
Simulation on the French Riviera
ESI Group will host EuroPAM 2002, its 12th European conference on numerical simulation, on 21st-22nd October at the Antibes Congress Centre on the French Riviera.
News from ESI Group (26 June 2002)
Relays and timers star in new catalogue
Relay and timer manufacturer Finder has published a comprehensive new catalogue.
News from Finder (26 June 2002)
Bus terminals bridge fieldbus levels
The new AS-i master bus terminal from Hayes Control Systems makes it easy to integrate the AS-i low-level fieldbus system with installations based on any of 12 higher-level fieldbuses.
News from Hayes Control Systems (26 June 2002)
Tiny transducer measures large forces precisely
Accurate measurement of large compressive forces in areas where only confined mounting space is available is now possible with HBM's C18 compressive force transducer. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (26 June 2002)
Laser supply rises quickly to its task
As part of its strategy to expand its product capability for the laser industry, HiTek Power has introduced the LDD4000 high-power laser diode driver.
News from HiTek Power (26 June 2002)
Blower puts ions to work against ESD
The Simco Minion ionising air blower controls ESD at the bench top in production areas and clean room situations. Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech (26 June 2002)
Chucks help Currie and Warner hold the lead
User Application Article Eight new chucks are enabling Currie and Warner to maintain high quality levels in the cost-effective supply of finished-machined hose bayonet fittings to a leading manufacturer of domestic ovens.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (26 June 2002)
MV switchgear slips in to more applications
Merlin Gerin reckons Mcset is the most extensive range of withdrawable medium voltage switchgear available.
News from Merlin Gerin (26 June 2002)
More options for turning tuning knobs
OKW has added to its popular Com-Knob range of ergonomic tuning knobs.
News from OKW Enclosures (26 June 2002)
PC-based package runs full set of automotive tests
A novel PC-based automotive diagnostics package enables measurements including: starter current; ignition, injector and ABS signals; and rotary sensor outputs.
News from Pico Technology (26 June 2002)
Busbar trunking speeds electrical distribution
The Canalis KSR rising main busbar trunking system from Schneider Electric enables electrical distribution to be rapidly installed in both new and existing multistorey buildings of all types.
News from Schneider Electric (26 June 2002)
Displays don't dazzle on dull days
Amalgamated Instrument has enhanced its range of large digit displays.
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co (25 June 2002)
Stage speeds with precision
A new range of low-cost, precision linear stages is available from Bayside Motion Group.
News from Parker Bayside (25 June 2002)
MCAD user loyalty to trainers easily tested
Almost 75% of CAD managers in the mechanical engineering sector who currently use training providers are willing to consider an alternative provider offering a similar package at a lower price.
News from Business Advantage Group (25 June 2002)
Electronics companies cautiously optimistic
Three fifths of CAD managers operating within the electronics engineering industry feel positive about prospective revenue performance for the first six months of this financial year.
News from Business Advantage Group (25 June 2002)
Web-based dynamic instrumentation guide
A new dynamic instrumentation guide (DIG) on Endevco's website is a one-stop resource for selecting the perfect transducer and associated signal conditioning for dynamic measurement applications.
News from Endevco (25 June 2002)
Handy book takes on dynamic force measurement
Endevco has published a new measurement handbook for dynamic force, pressure and acceleration.
News from Endevco (25 June 2002)
Big impact from combined sounder and beacon units
The latest additions to European Safety Systems' BEx family of explosionproof high output modular sounders and beacons for hazardous and heavy duty areas are the combined sounder and beacon units.
News from European Safety Systems (25 June 2002)
Stainless-steel load cells receive certification
Flintec has gained ATEX certification for its range of stainless-steel load cells.
News from Flintec UK (25 June 2002)
Heason gets in gear with Thomson Micron
Thomson Micron has appointed Heason Technologies Group as a main line distributor for its full range of Micron planetary gearheads.
News from Heason Technology (25 June 2002)
Speedy digital servo drive is software adjustable
The novel Saxophone digital servo drive can be supplied as a fully digital velocity mode amplifier, as a CANopen network drive or as a stand-alone motion controller for single-axis servo control. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (25 June 2002)
Robot welders for Caterpillar
Motoman Robotics has received an order worth in excess of Eur 1.5 million for the supply of three robotic arc welding cells to the Bulwell, Nottinghamshire works of Caterpillar.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (25 June 2002)
Linear sensors put Tower Bridge in position
User Application Article Penny and Giles Controls has supplied 16 of its SLS320 sealed linear sensors to LES Engineering of Grimsby, as part of a major refurbishment project on London's famous Tower Bridge. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (25 June 2002)
Dual-laser interferometer cuts costs
The high-performance Twyman Green infra-red Interfire interferometer system can now be supplied with two separate laser systems.
News from Precision-Optical Engineering (25 June 2002)
Hydraulic diaphragm metering pump performs well
The Makro/5 HMH hydraulic diaphragm-type metering pump from ProMinent Fluid Controls offers maximum metering capacity from 6000 to 36000 litre/h with a delivery reproducibility of +1%.
News from ProMinent Fluid Controls (UK) (25 June 2002)
Learn about reliability-centred maintenance
Reliabilityweb.com has launched an Internet-based online training program titled "RCM Blitz - reliability-centred maintenance".
News from Reliabilityweb.com (25 June 2002)
Seminars focus on machine safety
The first of a series of free safety focus seminars offered by machine safety specialist Schmersal UK will be dedicated to machine door guarding.
News from Schmersal UK (25 June 2002)
Pneumatic actuator is tiny but tough
The series CRJ rack-and-pinion-type mini rotary actuator has been designed to be the strongest and smallest unit available on the market.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (25 June 2002)
Cartridge valve cut maintenance downtime
Cartridge valves are designed for simple, easy integration into machines, pumps and systems, and allow quick and easy replacement without disturbing system piping.
News from Springer co-ax (25 June 2002)
New base and franchise for Tri-Ark
A double celebration is in order for Tri-Ark, one of the UK's leading suppliers of air operated double diaphragm (AODD) pumps and related equipment.
News from Tri-Ark (25 June 2002)
Machine vision seminars show maturity
The UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA) is planning to run a series of seminars at the Photon02 meeting at the Cardiff International Arena, 2nd-5th September 2002.
News from UK Industrial Vision Association (25 June 2002)
Casters swivel smoothly
JW Winco now offers casters with glass-fibre-reinforced nylon brackets.
News from Winco (25 June 2002)
Novel drive architecture wipes out harmonics
With the launch of its ACS 600 regenerative four-quadrant AC drive - rated from 15kW to 3.6MW - ABB has dramatically cut the cost of eliminating harmonic distortion caused by AC drives.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (24 June 2002)
Drives keep the hammer down at water works
User Application Article ABB variable speed drives are helping reduce the damaging effects of extreme water turbulence in the pipework - so-called water hammer - at a water treatment works in Scotland.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (24 June 2002)
Bulk fibre-optic cable cuts networking costs
A new low-cost range of AMP Netconnect bulk fibre-optic cable is designed for use as an alternative to high-grade cable in situations where a 25-year warranty installation is not required.
News from AMP Netconnect (24 June 2002)
Exhibition contributes to best-of-year sales
After a successful week at MACH, both Anilam and Acu-Rite (GB) have reported their best month of the year to date.
News from ACI (UK) (24 June 2002)
Software is best way to drive down costs
Baldor has developed a new software program which analyses in cost terms exactly what benefits electric motor users can gain by installing new generations of highly energy-efficient products. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (24 June 2002)
CD-ROM aids A-level studies
The MathWorks has distributed more than 3000 copies of MathComm, an innovative CD-ROM and website for maths teaching, to A-level colleges across England.
News from MathWorks (24 June 2002)
Vision ensures shampoo bottles are well groomed
User Application Article High demands for reliable and flexible quality control in the packaging industry are met using powerful, multicamera vision systems. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (24 June 2002)
PCI boards capture 16 channels at once
In the search for multichannel A/D conversion boards, a novel 16-channel offering captures all the input samples exactly in parallel.
News from Datel (UK) (24 June 2002)
Expansion boosts Teflon production
DuPont Fluoroproducts has completed a US $50 million global capacity expansion programme in its DuPont Teflon PTFE fluoropolymer business, increasing global capacity by 30% since 1999.
News from DuPont (UK) (24 June 2002)
IKO settles on Rockwell
Slide and rail manufacturer IKO Nippon Thompson has selected Rockwell Automation as its preferred supplier of control products.
News from IKO Nippon Thompson (24 June 2002)
New lathe raises performance stakes for S Smith
User Application Article By upgrading from an Ikegai TUR 25 to the latest TUR 26 mill-turn centre, S Smith (Cowley) has been able to increase productivity by 50%. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (24 June 2002)
Embedded motion control extends to more axes
Nyquist Industrial Control has added two new members to its NYCe3000 family: the NY3522 and NY3542 can control five and ten axes, respectively.
News from Nyquist Industrial Control (24 June 2002)
Six-axis robot improves spraying capabilities
Plasma and Thermal Coatings has invested in a new Fanuc six-axis robot.
News from Plasma and Thermal Coatings (24 June 2002)
New source for platinum-cured silicone tubing
Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps has built a new GBP 750,000 650m2 facility at its Falmouth headquarters to produce high-quality platinum-cured silicone tubing. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (24 June 2002)
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