News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 11 August
to Saturday 17 August 2002
Dosing pump handles gassing chemicals
New from Alldos, the Primus 208 Plus 3 system dosing pump is designed for use with gassing chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite. Brochure Available
News from Grundfos Alldos (16 August 2002)
Study looks at process automation prospects
The pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries continue to represent the highest growth industries for the worldwide process automation systems market between 2001 and 2006.
News from ARC Advisory Group (16 August 2002)
Big brother for solenoid operated micro pumps
Bio-Chem Valve has added a larger pump capable of dispensing up to 250ul per stroke to its range of inert, solenoid operated micro pumps.
News from Bio-Chem Valve (16 August 2002)
Controller comes with ready-to-run logic functions
The Crouzet Millenium II is a powerful yet easy to use logic controller. Brochure Available
News from Crouzet (16 August 2002)
Survey shows even split on Euro membership
The GTMA recently surveyed its members on their position on the Euro, one of the foremost economic issues of the day.
News from GTMA (16 August 2002)
Hybrid stepper unit goes both ways
HSI has added a Size 17 linear/rotary dual motion unit to its hybrid stepper motor product line.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument (16 August 2002)
Speedy access to high-current contacts
Band 8 sprung contact elements greatly simplify the design and construction of high-current connectors for use in demanding applications.
News from Icore International (16 August 2002)
Introduction to chemical and process engineering
IDC technologies is running a series of three intense two-day practical workshops in the UK on the fundamentals of chemical and process engineering.
News from IDC Technologies (16 August 2002)
Haines looks after Unilever Group
ABB has appointed Chris Haines, 37, as Global Account Manager on its major account with the Unilever Group. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (15 August 2002)
Training course takes on IEC standard programming
ATS International has been awarded a Certificate of Compliance from the PLCopen Board of Management making ATS one of a select group of officially certified training companies.
News from ATS International (15 August 2002)
Rack-mounted industrial PC gains UL approval
Arcom's standard APC 19in rack-mounted industrial PC has been fully approved (UL file reference is E203067) for applications requiring full UL compliance. Brochure Available
News from Eurotech (15 August 2002)
Development kits for Embedded Linux with Java
Arcom Control Systems has expanded its award winning range of development kits for Embedded Linux with Java technology. Brochure Available
News from Eurotech (15 August 2002)
Pinch valves take on aggressive liquids
A new range of inert, wide aperture, nonsticking pinch valves provides precise control of liquid and gas flow in medical and analytical equipment.
News from Bio-Chem Valve (15 August 2002)
Inline check valve prevents liquid back-flow
Bio-Chem Valve has developed a nonmetallic, self-sealing inline check valve for handling low-volume low-flow transfers.
News from Bio-Chem Valve (15 August 2002)
Lockout bags ensure crane safety
User Application Article Swindon Pressings is using lockout bags made by Castell Iso-Lok to ensure safety while maintenance is carried out on overhead cranes.
News from Castell Iso-Lok (15 August 2002)
Aerodynamic test transducer gains protective coat
Endevco's Model 8515C miniature piezoresistive pressure transducer is now available with a double paralene coating that protects against temporary water impingement.
News from Endevco (15 August 2002)
HyperINFO covers Taiwan for Flow Science
Flow Science has entered into an agreement for HyperINFO to sell its Flow-3D computational fluid dynamics software in Taiwan.
News from Flow Science (15 August 2002)
Ethernet switch halves rack space
GarrettCom's latest Magnum range Ethernet switch is the 4K220CR, which offers 40 ports in a 1U-high module for high port density and low cost per port, boosting the performance of Ethernet LANs.
News from GarrettCom Europe (15 August 2002)
Antimony trioxide price hike
Great Lakes Chemical Corporation is to increase the price of all grades of antimony trioxide by $0.16/lb in the Americas and by $350/MT in Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
News from Chemtura (15 August 2002)
Actuator swings both ways
HSI has added a Size 23 linear/rotary dual motion unit to its hybrid stepper motor products.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument (15 August 2002)
Flameproof hollow shaft encoder
The 12 series hollow shaft incremental encoder is certified to Cenelec standards with classifications for EEx d IIC T6 and EEx d I.
News from Hohner Corp (15 August 2002)
Roof jumper connector on show in Berlin
A new roof jumper connector provides a dependable, safe and cost-effective method of making high-current electrical connections between adjacent railway carriages.
News from Icore International (15 August 2002)
Signal conditioners and monitoring relays
IPC Systems has a cost effective range of signal conditioners and monitoring relays to compliment data acquisition and monitoring equipment.
News from IPC Systems (15 August 2002)
Alliance brings switchgear to Australian market
i.Power Solutions is increasing its presence in the world mining market with the formation of a strategic alliance with UK flameproof switchgear manufacturer Baldwin and Francis.
News from i.Power Solutions (15 August 2002)
Coaxial screw rails save space and cut costs
Designed to shield the lead screw from debris and harsh environments, co-axial screw rails from Kerk Motion Products eliminate the need for protective bellows, saving space and cutting costs.
News from Kerk Motion Products (15 August 2002)
Embedded controller comes with its own RTOS
The VM-1 from Micro-Robotics is a credit-card-sized embedded control computer that is used with Venom-SC, the latest version of the popular object-oriented control-system language. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Robotics (15 August 2002)
Read all about welding kit
Details of the new Murex Tradestig AC/DC 161iS welding package are contained in the company's new TIG welding equipment catalogue. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (15 August 2002)
Web tension transmitter handles four zones
The DXp-40 web tension transmitter from Nobel Systems is a high-resolution instrument that measures up to four web tension zones. Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel (15 August 2002)
Linear bearings carry more for longer
With the launch of its revolutionary new Translide linear motion bearings, NSK is equipping OEMs with the means for taking cost out of industrial transfer and product transportation systems. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (15 August 2002)
System avoids false valve alarms
The Netherlocks VPI system provides trustworthy remote signals from hand-operated gate and globe valves.
News from Netherlocks Safety Systems (15 August 2002)
Shaft-mounted clutch-brake for material handling
Nexen Group reckons its new LSCB-44 shaft-mounted clutch-brake is the ideal solution for repetitive start/stop conveying applications.
News from Nexen Group (15 August 2002)
Programme aims to raise CAD standards
Oasys is aiming to improve CAD standards by making its AutoCAD tools available via its CAD Partner Programme.
News from Oasys (15 August 2002)
Larger bore for filters
Parker Filter Division Europe has extended its Advantage PFA fluoropolymer single cartridge filter vessels series with the introduction of a new 20in version. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (15 August 2002)
Free HMI programming courses
Pro-face is holding a series of free training courses on the GPPRO for Windows editor software that is used to program its HMI range.
News from Pro-face UK (15 August 2002)
Tolerance rings on show at TEAM
Rencol Tolerance Rings is to highlight the latest advances in ring technology, particularly in the field of torque overload management, at this year's Total Engineering And Manufacturing exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings (15 August 2002)
Tough little pumps
Two sturdy infants have been added to Rietschle's oil-flooded, rotary vane Vacfox series.
News from Rietschle Thomas (15 August 2002)
Electric actuators for small valve markets
Rotork has a new range of compact, direct drive quarter-turn electric actuators for the inexpensive motorisation of small ball and butterfly valves, dampers and louvres.
News from Rotork Controls (15 August 2002)
Acquisition provides laser sensing range
A comprehensive range of laser measurement equipment has been added to Schmitt Europe's product portfolio. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (15 August 2002)
Green cleaning in Ireland
User Application Article Three Irish medical device manufacturers have recently switched to HFE-based Novec solvents.
News from 3M Speciality Materials (15 August 2002)
Hydraulic cylinders keep on injection moulding
User Application Article Parker Hannifin heavy duty tie rod cylinders are specified in plastic injection moulding machines manufactured by Billion in France. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (15 August 2002)
Marshall takes on robotics business
ABB has appointed David Marshall, 50, as UK Business Manager for Robotics. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (14 August 2002)
Linear drive assembly reduces downtime
Amacoil/Uhing has introduced a linear drive assembly providing mechanical control over linear speed and travel direction.
News from Amacoil (14 August 2002)
Valve has integrated cooling system
CCI Sweden (formerly BTG Valves) has further modified its VLB steam-conditioning valve for use in high- and/or low-pressure systems in the process industry.
News from CCI (14 August 2002)
Valve combines capacity with control
The Rotary DRAG axial flow valve combines the elevated capacity found in rotary valves with the precise flow control of a high velocity control valve for the gas transmission market.
News from CCI (14 August 2002)
Cougar becomes a Microsoft Certified Partner
Cougar Automation Technologies has been named a Microsoft Certified Partner.
News from Cougar Automation Technologies (14 August 2002)
Easy fixing for tubular aluminium handles
New tubular aluminium handles from Elesa-Clayton are configured to the latest style and design concepts incorporating simple robust fixing methods. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (14 August 2002)
Carlson takes over at Fixturlaser
Kurt Carlson has been appointed the new Managing Director of Fixturlaser.
News from Fixturlaser (14 August 2002)
Study looks at European MES market
The promise of efficiency improvements through greater real-time data accessibility has spurred demand for manufacturing execution systems.
News from Frost and Sullivan (14 August 2002)
Shock sensors migrate from airbags
Hamlin Electronics Europe has a new range of highly reliable shock sensors designed to provide cost savings to manufacturing companies.
News from Hamlin Electronics Europe (14 August 2002)
Servo drives three axes in one
The cost of producing multi-axis machines can be significantly reduced by using a new range of servo drives from Infranor.
News from Infranor (14 August 2002)
Chillers cover wide temperature ranges
Julabo has a range of high quality chillers covering wide temperature ranges from -95 to +250C.
News from Julabo Labortechnik (14 August 2002)
Business booming for Lotus
Lotus Engineering has been awarded two new major contracts for its vehicle and powertrain engineering services.
News from Lotus (14 August 2002)
Tight speed regulation for novel servo design
The Model M815-BR servo drive is a novel unique velocity loop encoder feedback device.
News from Midwest Motion Products (14 August 2002)
PLC controls novel canal drop lock
User Application Article PLCs and HMIs are playing a pivotal role in solving some of the engineering problems involved in the British Waterways Scotland Millennium Link. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (14 August 2002)
Wagstaffe takes on sales, services and support
Entrada Software has appointed Alan Wagstaffe to the position of Senior Vice President of Sales, Services and Support.
News from Entrada Software (14 August 2002)
NES hosts go-karting event
NES International hosted its third annual client go-karting event at the start of August.
News from NES Group (14 August 2002)
Concealed-head self-clinching studs and standoffs
An updated six-page product bulletin profiles PEM concealed-head self-clinching studs and standoffs for permanent mounting in steel or aluminium sheets as thin as 1.6mm.
News from PennEngineering (14 August 2002)
Standoff fasteners simplify stacking
A 12-page bulletin profiles PEM self-clinching standoff fasteners, which install permanently in metal sheets as thin as 0.63mm and enable components to be stacked or spaced in an assembly.
News from PennEngineering (14 August 2002)
Details on 22mm brush-commutated DC motors
An updated six-page bulletin profiling Lo-Cog 22mm brush-commutated DC motors is now available from Pittman.
News from PennEngineering Motion Technologies - Europe (14 August 2002)
Machine base speeds automatic assembly lines
Veloline is the new linear machine base which has the capability to dramatically increase production rates for automatic assembly of component parts up to 10kg.
News from Precision Motion (Cofil) (14 August 2002)
Relay bases simplify security interface
System Sensor Europe has three new relay bases for its ECO 1000 conventional detector family.
News from System Sensor Europe (14 August 2002)
Chains cut theme park down time
User Application Article Tsubaki lube-free LS Series stainless-steel chains have doubled the service-life of roller conveyor chain on the "Pirate Falls" log flume at the Legoland theme park in Windsor. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (14 August 2002)
Durable truck cable resists sagging
Whitney Blake has added a rugged and durable truck cable to its electrical cord series.
News from Whitney Blake (14 August 2002)
New name in vacuum pumps and compressors
Zepher Vacuum Pump Technology is the name for a new force in the UK vacuum pumps and compressors market.
News from Zepher Vacuum Pump Technology (UK) (14 August 2002)
Can TVSSs solve communications problems?
Technical Background Article Mick Burgoyne, Chief Engineer at Advance Galatrek looks at how telecomms and data installations can benefit from the installation of the latest voltage surge suppression technology.
News from Advance Electronics (13 August 2002)
Environmental monitor gains analogue capabilities
The sensorProbe 2A, from the AKCP environmental monitoring products family, is an enhanced version of the sensorProbe with an analogue measuring capability.
News from AKCP (13 August 2002)
Simple software keeps tags on schematics
Available now from Aucotec, easylectric 2002 makes it faster and easier than ever for electrical design engineers to create and maintain control schematics and other related documentation. Brochure Available
News from Aucotec (13 August 2002)
Vacuum gauge offers low cost measurement
A new linear convection gauge from BOC Edwards provides accurate and reliable high-pressure measurement up to atmospheric pressure.
News from Edwards (13 August 2002)
Standard washers from stock
Challenge Industrial Fastenings now carries stock of a full range of C-type and R-type cup washers.
News from Challenge (Europe) (13 August 2002)
Mixers customised to applications
ConProTec has set up a Custom Products Division located in Salem, New Hampshire.
News from Sulzer Mixpac USA (13 August 2002)
Mobile solution for African power development
Cummins Power Generation has set out its proposals for helping to power the development of Africa's emerging economies.
News from Cummins Power Generation (13 August 2002)
IP68 rating for connectors, plugs and receptacles
Every connector, plug and receptacle in the Duraline catalogue is FM rated IP68 to provide complete protection against dust and allow for continuous submersion in up to 2m of water when capped or mate
News from Duraline (13 August 2002)
Speedy throughput for cold isostatic press
Engineered Pressure Systems (EPSI) has developed its Dry-Bag cold isostatic press (CIP) production unit for producing large volumes of small parts.
News from Engineered Pressure Systems (13 August 2002)
Backup battery keeps taking the heat
EnerSys Reserve Power Group has a new front-terminal valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery with extended operational life at high temperatures.
News from EnerSys (13 August 2002)
Metal detector curries favour with Finesse
User Application Article The installation of an end-of-line metal detection system has been essential for Finesse Cuisines to achieve accreditation to the British Retail Food Standard. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (13 August 2002)
Guide to short-haul fibre-optic cable testing
The Fibreoptic Industry Association has published a new guide to testing single- and multimode cables using light source and power meter equipment.
News from Fibreoptic Industry Association (13 August 2002)
Piezo-pneumatic technology explained
Hoerbiger-Origa has published a new overview leaflet to introduce the concept behind and potential for its ground breaking piezo-pneumatic technology. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (13 August 2002)
Sensors measure high temperatures
A new range of small low-cost temperature sensors been developed by Heraeus Sensor-Nite for use up to 850C.
News from Heraeus Sensor Technology (13 August 2002)
Low maintanance for backup batteries
IBT Power has now launched the BT-M valve regulated lead acid battery range, featuring threaded terminal inserts.
News from IBT Power (13 August 2002)
Alliance provides access to China's CAD market
IronCAD has signed a strategic business alliance with Caxa to develop, market and sell enterprise manufacturing software solutions under the common brand name - Caxa.
News from IronCAD (13 August 2002)
Post aids safety on light roofs
New from Latchways, the top fixed Protan constant force post is designed for use on insulated steel deck flat roof constructions.
News from Latchways (13 August 2002)
PLCs take charge of nuclear disposal
User Application Article Mitsubishi PLCs are at the heart of a disposal system hekping to decommission the UK Atomic Energy Authority installation at Dounreay. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (13 August 2002)
Assembly system aids design re-use
Mikron reckons its GO5 linear assembly system heralds a new dimension in high-performance assembly technology.
News from Mikron (13 August 2002)
Assembly system aids design re-use
Mikron reckons its GO5 linear assembly system heralds a new dimension in high-performance assembly technology.
News from Mikron Assembly Technology (13 August 2002)
Proximity sensor handles high temperatures
New from Sensors UK, the MI 480 is the latest addition to the MI family of high-temperature proximity switches.
News from Sensors UK (13 August 2002)
Hill gets technical at TM
Richard Hill has been appointed to the post of Technical Manager at TM Robotics, Toshiba Machine's industrial robots partner. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (13 August 2002)
Control system has wireless bonus
TX Technology has a new generation of smart constant monitoring and control systems dubbed the 911Sentinel48.
News from TX Technology Corp (13 August 2002)
Test software tackles supply network imbalances
LEM has upgraded the analysis software for its Topas 1020 and 1040 load flux analysers.
News from LEM Instruments (13 August 2002)
Breakers, connectors and displays at Railtex
Aerco is showing an extensive range of components ideally suited to the rail industry on Stand 847 in Hall 1 at Railtex.
News from Aerco (12 August 2002)
Rack-mount PCs beef up for industrial control
Amplicon has two new industrial computer ranges it reckons are ideal for automation, industrial control, security and offshore applications.
News from Amplicon (12 August 2002)
Low power AC drives outlook for Europe
The low power AC drive market in Europe, which exceeded $1.6 billion in 2001, will top $1.9 billion by the end of 2006, growing at a CAGR of 3% over the next five years, according to a new survey.
News from ARC Advisory Group (12 August 2002)
Instrumentation catalogue covers the range
The new 56 page Hioki 2002 instrumentation catalogue is now available from distributor ASM.
News from ASM (12 August 2002)
Loads of power for testing
The Dynaload RBL and RBL488 800W Series single-channel loads provide all the features needed to test a wide range of power sources including power supplies, fuel cells and batteries.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (12 August 2002)
Felt bags clean up on filter costs
BWF America has developed a novel engineered shaker felt bag system for use with sonic horns.
News from BWF America (12 August 2002)
3D scanner is as easy as photocopying
A novel 3D scanner is claimed to make converting an object into a digital model almost as easy as photocopying.
News from Datron Technology (12 August 2002)
Software provides flexible data analysis
DVPlotter is a new plotting, graphing and analysis software program for Windows.
News from Dvplotter (12 August 2002)
Triaxial accelerometer is hot stuff
Endevco's new Model 65HT-10 triaxial Isotron accelerometer uses the latest technology in high-temperature components and processes.
News from Endevco (12 August 2002)
Pumps ready for Atex Directive
Underlining its commitment to staying abreast of its customers' needs, Flux Pumps has an expanded range of pumping solutions compliant with the Atex 100a (94/9/EC) Directive.
News from Flux Pumps International (UK) (12 August 2002)
Sensors aid HVAC condensate detection
VMS Series vertical liquid level sensors are ideal for sensing condensate tray levels in heating, venting and air conditioning systems.
News from Gentech International (12 August 2002)
Distributors enhance customer support
Having worked with distributors for the last 20 years, Heidenhain (GB) has a great deal of respect for the benefits that a good distribution network can add to its customer support programme. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (12 August 2002)
Mechanical components on show at Interplas
Ondrives and Rino Industries will exhibit jointly at Interplas 2002, at the UK NEC, Birmingham, from 30th September to 4th October 2002.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (12 August 2002)
Brushless DC motors feature active braking
Premotec has expanded its range of BLDC58 series brushless DC motors with integrated electronics.
News from McLennan Servo Supplies (12 August 2002)
Non-photorealistic rendering for Rhino
Penguin from McNeel Europe is a non-photorealistic renderer for Rhino.
News from McNeel Europe (12 August 2002)
Next-generation Internet to aid industry
Microsoft's Chairman and Chief Software Architect, Bill Gates has outlined the company's vision and road map for Microsoft .NET.
News from Microsoft (12 August 2002)
Palletising robots take over manual tasks
Pacepacker has expanded its range of palletising robots in response to increased concerns over manual handling regulations.
News from Pacepacker Services (12 August 2002)
Board grabs almost any old analogue video signals
The Bandit-II RGB is a high-performance, integrated VGA frame grabber that supports almost any analogue camera. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (12 August 2002)
RCCBs pick up smooth DC earth fault currents
A new range of residual current circuit breakers incorporates a second detection circuit specifically for handling the smooth DC earth fault currents that can be produced by variable speed drives.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (12 August 2002)
Inverter keeps the noise down in theatre
User Application Article State-of-the-art, mobile operating theatres are now being fitted with the Siemens MicroMaster 420 range of variable speed drives to deliver reduced noise levels and vibration.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (12 August 2002)
Simulation services free of charge
A new European Commission project aims to set new benchmarks within manufacturing industry by identifying and demonstrating advanced technical approaches.
News from Sim-Serv (12 August 2002)
Galvanizing victory for War Museum project
User Application Article A galvanising project featured in the newly opened Imperial War Museum - North has been awarded joint first prize in the Galvanizers Association Hot Dip Galvanizing Awards 2002.
News from Wedge Group Galvanizing (12 August 2002)
Magnetic scanning revolutionises encoders
Wyko has a new range of single-turn encoders that are set to change the market for good. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (12 August 2002)
Hydraulics assist shoemaking revolution
User Application Article Novel computer-guided robotic trolleys have enabled Danish shoe manufacturer, Ecco, to pioneer an innovative manufacturing system for the production of better shoes - more quickly and at less cost. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (12 August 2002)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 112
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