News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 September
to Saturday 14 September 2002
Spring feed system cuts tangles for Borg Warner
User Application Article A single-lane "accordion spring" feed system has been designed, fabricated and approved for an automotive division of Borg Warner.
News from Action Feed Systems (13 September 2002)
Upside-down joystick aids radiation research
User Application Article Engineers from Advanced Design Consulting have taken the joystick for the sake of science and turned it upside-down.
News from Advanced Design Consulting (13 September 2002)
Aerospace contract for Delcam
Delcam's Power Solution design and manufacturing software has been ordered by the Machining Division of Mettis Aerospace. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (13 September 2002)
Reference torque transducer helps win ISO9000
The new TB2 reference torque transducer from HBM has been designed to ensure traceability of measurements as part of ISO9000 certification. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (13 September 2002)
Communication skills for engineers and scientists
"Communication skills for engineers and scientists" is an easy to use pocket sized guide dealing with all aspects of communication in the 21st century.
News from Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) (13 September 2002)
Rotary actuators and grippers aid builders
Norgren has launched two completely new product ranges for industrial automation.
News from Norgren (13 September 2002)
Wireless system monitors bearing health
The Sentry system from Sensit is a wireless monitoring system designed for real-time monitoring of crosshead and crank pin bearing temperatures in diesel engines.
News from Sensit (13 September 2002)
Ring balancer keeps machining on the level
Schmitt Industries has successfully tested a novel electromagnetic balancing product designed for grinding and other high speed machine tool operations. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (13 September 2002)
Distinctive shapes for precision balls
Thomson Industries has a variety of distinctively shaped balls - including "flat", "diagonally cut", "cone" and "pin" shaped balls that are typically used as hardened polishing and shaping tools.
News from Danaher Motion (13 September 2002)
Bigrings go see-through
Following the success of Bigrings, launched in January, Bighead Bonding Fasteners has introduced a new version which will allow threaded studs to pass right through the collars mounted on it. Brochure Available
News from Bighead Bonding Fasteners (12 September 2002)
Visualisation for Documentum
Cimmetry Systems is to integrate AutoVue with Documentum 5, the next generation enterprise content management (ECM) platform from Documentum.
News from Cimmetry Systems (12 September 2002)
Custom design for warm isostatic press units
User Application Article Engineered Pressure Systems has recently been awarded a large order for a WIP warm isostatic press production unit from a prestigious US government funded laboratory.
News from Engineered Pressure Systems (12 September 2002)
Tools improve occupational safety and health
A new, practical tool helps businesses to evaluate the true impact of workplace accidents and to conduct cost-benefit analyses of preventive measures.
News from European Agency For Safety And Health At Work (12 September 2002)
FEA software adds general contact feature
Abaqus Version 6.3 includes new abilities in linear and dynamics applications, including faster definition of contact models. There are over 80 headline improvements.
News from Abaqus (12 September 2002)
Hose assemblies in less than an hour
User Application Article Customised hose assemblies, built using high-performance Crimptite convoluted PTFE hose from the Icore International range, can now be supplied and fitted in less than one hour by Pirtek.
News from Icore International (12 September 2002)
Fittings fit for new truck standard
Legris Autoline has written and sponsored a new SAE standard for composite push to connect fittings used in vehicular air brake systems.
News from Legris (12 September 2002)
Chinese mill commissioned
Morgan Construction Company has commissioned a new high-speed wire rod mill at Anyang Iron and Steel Company in People's Republic of China.
News from Morgan Construction Company (12 September 2002)
NHS trusts backup power
PB Design has provided its static inverters for emergency power backup in the intensive care and high dependency units at Frenchay and Taunton (Musgrove Park) hospitals.
News from PB Design and Developments (12 September 2002)
The five biggest mistakes companies make
The Peak Group has produced a booklet explaining how to avoid the industry's most common test pitfalls.
News from Peak Production Equipment (12 September 2002)
Cartridges offer high dirt-holding capacity
The Megabond Plus Series of melt-blown bonded depth filter cartridges features high dirt holding capacity and absolute rated filtration efficiency. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (12 September 2002)
Scented compounds give fishermen an edge
User Application Article When Brandon Dobbs, an avid fisherman, wanted to design air- and odour-tight pliable package to store his soft plastic baits, he turned to the Internet for information.
News from RTP Company (12 September 2002)
Robots match "black art" of surface finishing
User Application Article Six-axis robots are now capable of matching the performance of highly skilled manual grinding and polishing operations to produce precision components with tolerances down to 0.04mm and less. Brochure Available
News from Staubli UK (Robotics) (12 September 2002)
Time compression technologies: where next?
The keynote presentation at TCT 2002 will take a quick look back over the last 10 years to demonstrate how the various areas of time compression technologies have made tremendous technical progress.
News from TCT Conference and Exhibition (12 September 2002)
Blowers provide massive airflow
New from Sunonwealth of Taiwan is the highly efficient PMB series of blowers, available in 12, 24 and 48V DC versions from UK agent Thermaco.
News from Thermaco (12 September 2002)
Brochure highlights polymer solutions
Thomson Industries has published an informative four-colour brochure that outlines the company's capabilities to provide simple, cost-effective polymer solutions.
News from Danaher Motion (12 September 2002)
Dual-channel machine vision package
Adlink Technology has put together a complete vision package for dual-channel machine vision inspection applications. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology (11 September 2002)
Measurement uncertainty: methods and applications
A new book presents scientists and engineers with a comprehensive tutorial of measurement uncertainty methods in a logically categorised and readily used format.
News from American Technical Publishers (11 September 2002)
MP checks up on novel sand handling system
Rosie Winterton, MP for Doncaster Central visited Doncaster based Clyde Materials Handling at its Shaw Lane site recently to view the innovative train sand handling system, a railway safety product.
News from Clyde Materials Handling (11 September 2002)
Line takes the brakes off production
User Application Article When TMD Friction was looking to increase production demand at its Cleckheaton plant, it approached Clyde Materials Handling to provide a solution to a difficult materials handling problem.
News from Clyde Materials Handling (11 September 2002)
New balls please
User Application Article Clyde Materials Handling has used its expertise to provide materials handling solutions at each stage of tennis ball production for Penn Racquets.
News from Clyde Materials Handling (11 September 2002)
Eco-friendly iron making in Brazil
User Application Article Clyde has developed a system which uses charcoal, a hitherto waste product, and turns it into a fuel used in the manufacture of pig iron in mini blast furnaces.
News from Clyde Materials Handling (11 September 2002)
Entry-level single-line barcode scanner
New to the established and popular Metrologic range of handheld scanners, comes the very latest offering, the MS5145 Eclipse.
News from DED (11 September 2002)
Scanner features versatile CCD
As an entry level EPOS barcode scanner, the MS6220 Series Pulsar C is one of the most versatile and flexible CCDs on the market today.
News from DED (11 September 2002)
Custom directions on standard components
Elesa-Clayton can now customise standard machine elements such as handwheels and knobs with logos directions, labelling etc to enhance usability. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (11 September 2002)
Locknuts keep bearings in place
New sizes of AM series precision locknuts have been introduced by INA , so the complete range now extends from an M15x1 thread up to M130x2. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (11 September 2002)
Lens moves IR thermometer into glass free zone
For manufacturing processes where the presence of glass is prohibited, Ircon has introduced a plastic lens for its Javelin infra-red thermometer.
News from Ircon (11 September 2002)
Shafts resist abrasion in linear motion
Flight simulators, CAT scanners, exercise equipment and ATMs are only a few of the applications for Lee Controls' Solid 60 Plus precision case hardened and ground steel linear shafting.
News from Lee Controls (11 September 2002)
Servo networks use FireWire networking
A new solution for open, PC-based motion control, that eliminates the need for motion control boards, could reduce system costs by up to GBP 350 per axis.
News from Motor Technology (11 September 2002)
Flowmeter range expands
Honsberg developed and released the original Omni flowmeter after listening to customer feedback.
News from OEM Automatic (11 September 2002)
Weld procedure development made easy
To take the stress and strife out of calculating orbital welding procedures with complicated and long-winded formulas, the Orbimat C range of equipment features auto calculation capabilities.
News from Orbimatic (11 September 2002)
Transducers provide an easy-to-use interface
MCR-SL-PT100 temperature transducers offer a simple, convenient and exceptionally cost-effective method of interfacing Pt100 temperature transducers with instruments and control systems.
News from Phoenix Contact (11 September 2002)
One software package takes on HMIs and control
A single editor software package can be used to program both Pro-face GP series and GLC series devices as it includes HMI and control programming.
News from Pro-face UK (11 September 2002)
IP65 enclosure puts drive in the firing line
Rockwell Automation has enhanced the popular Allen-Bradley B160 range of three-phase AC variable speed drives with the introduction of the IP65-rated B160Z.
News from Rockwell Automation (11 September 2002)
Polymer provides base for connector mouldings
User Application Article Greene, Tweed and Co has specified Victrex Peek-HT high-temperature polymer as the base for its Arlon 2000 used in its 8-pin SealConnect connector mouldings.
News from Victrex (11 September 2002)
Catalogue details "rolling ring" linear drives
The just-published RS linear drive catalogue from Amacoil/Uhing provides complete descriptive and design engineering information for using "rolling ring" linear drives in positioning and indexing.
News from Amacoil (10 September 2002)
Small AC drives feature flexible programming
AC Technology has launched the SCM series of small AC drives, designed to cut production costs and increase machine compatibility for OEM designers across Europe. Brochure Available
News from Lenze-ACTech (10 September 2002)
Software increases blade design productivity
The latest release of CFX-BladeGen delivers new capabilities that further improve its ease-of-use and utility in the rotating machinery blade design process.
News from AEA Technology, CFX Division (10 September 2002)
Brake motors reduce operator injuries
A new generation of brake motors can form a practical solution to the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 and the associated woodworking Approved Code of Practice.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (10 September 2002)
Wireless card extends serial reach
Amplicon has recently configured and tested a roaming serial communications solution for the automation, production and test markets.
News from Amplicon (10 September 2002)
Modular security system enhanced
APW Enclosure Products has updated and enhanced its IMsuite modular security system that delineates and segregates individual areas within data centres, ISP hosts and other multi-user environments.
News from APW Enclosure Solutions (10 September 2002)
New dimension to barcode reader
New from 2D barcode specialist Absolute Vision at the PPMA Show will be the Medusa range of 2D code reading products.
News from Absolute Vision (10 September 2002)
Motor manufacturer automates production
Motion controllers compatible with Mint software are at the heart of what is believed to be the most advanced piece of automation ever produced for electric motor manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (10 September 2002)
Alliance in fluid dynamics and fluids engineering
A formidable world force in fluids engineering has emerged with the signing of an alliance between the BHR Group and CSIRO.
News from BHR Group (10 September 2002)
Choice of threads for self-clinching fasteners
Captive Fastener Corp manufactures self-clinching threaded inserts, which require a minimum amount of space to install.
News from Captive Fastener Corp (10 September 2002)
Dual float switch for tank level control
Crydom Magnetics has extended its range of vertical mount liquid level sensors, solving the problem of controlling the filling and emptying of tanks where no microprocessor is available.
News from Crydom International (10 September 2002)
The new virtual Vectra
User Application Article The project to introduce the new GM Vectra has involved the most extensive adoption of advanced simulation and virtual reality techniques that the automotive industry has ever seen.
News from Delmia (10 September 2002)
Compact embedded controller has easy-access I/O
The TotalControl2 is a compact 586 type processor single board computer for embedded applications.
News from Dexdyne (10 September 2002)
ABS enclosures with flanged or flat lids
Available now from Evatron Enclosures is the RL series of enclosures.
News from Evatron Enclosures (10 September 2002)
Battery manufacturer is a Star
EnerSys has achieved Star status from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Voluntary Protection Programme at its Hays, Kansas facility.
News from EnerSys (10 September 2002)
External hinges cover all eventualities
A complete system of external hinges comprising over 70 types is available from Emka (UK) specifically designed for the specialist enclosure and panel manufacturer. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (10 September 2002)
Ryton pump provides cost-effective alternative
A new range of gear pumps with Ryton bodies offer a cost-effective alternative to metal-body pumps for chemical applications.
News from ESE (10 September 2002)
More capability with hygienic temperature sensors
The Rosemount Model 65Q Pt100 temperature sensor is designed specifically for hygienic and food applications.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Measurement (10 September 2002)
Transmitter features infra-red remote control
The ATEX-approved Rosemount Analytical Model 5081 transmitter is designed for use with Rosemount amperometric sensors.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Analytical (10 September 2002)
Safety approval for valve controller
The Fisher Fieldvue DVC6000 Series digital valve controller has received certification from TUV, the internationally recognised, German-based inspection authority.
News from Emerson Process Management - Fisher Valves (10 September 2002)
Coriolis flowmeters keep watch on gas network
Micro Motion Coriolis flowmeters have been employed by Transco, the company that manages the UK natural gas transmission system
News from Emerson Process Management - Flow Division (10 September 2002)
Internet university teaches automation technology
Emerson Process Management has introduced an novel method of learning about automation technology.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry (10 September 2002)
Aramid yarn packs glands for tough applications
Flojet-PA is pure Aramid yarn braided gland packing for tough and heavy applications such as slurry.
News from Flojet Engineers (10 September 2002)
Seminars reveal more about CFD
Fluent is to hold two one-day seminars intended for anyone who is new to computational fluid dynamics and/or those who would like to learn more about the application of CFD.
News from Fluent (10 September 2002)
Thick walled IP65 enclosure takes the knocks
Hammond Electronics has a new family of IP65 sealed heavy duty watertight glass reinforced polyester enclosures.
News from Hammond Electronics (10 September 2002)
Smallest commercially available linear actuator
HIS reckons it has taken their technology of manufacturing electric motors to another level.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument (10 September 2002)
Battery system saves energy for Sony's lift trucks
User Application Article Sony United Kingdom is specifying Hawker Traction's new Evolution batteries on all new lift trucks brought into service at its national operations centre in Thatcham, Berkshire.
News from EnerSys Motive Power (10 September 2002)
Backup battery range expands
IBT Power has extended its BT range of valve regulated lead acid batteries.
News from IBT Power (10 September 2002)
Incorporated engineers represent the future
British industry is facing a shortfall of the right type of professional engineers because large numbers of technical graduates lack the skills and experience demanded by engineering employers.
News from Institution of Incorporated Engineers (10 September 2002)
Redstone Arsenal selects LMS
LMS International has been selected by the US Army Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center, Redstone Arsenal, to provide integrated test systems and simulation software. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (10 September 2002)
Bespoke weighing for pickle originator
User Application Article Marco Weighing Systems is helping family owned specialist food producer Bennett Opie meet the growing challenges of modern food legislation.
News from Marco (10 September 2002)
Foamed profiles take the strain
MK Profile Systems has further developed its novel foamed profile range to include new profile formats and facilities for routing wiring and pneumatic lines.
News from MK Profile Systems (10 September 2002)
LED indicators are tough enough for industry
The robust, yet aesthetic styling of the 651 series of professional LED indicators from Marl International is suited to a wide range of industrial equipment applications.
News from Marl International (10 September 2002)
Novel sheath material protects thermocuples
Omega has developed a new mineral-insulated thermocouple sheath. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (10 September 2002)
Motors gain automatic stop feature
MiniMotor has added a new optional regulation feature to its range of motors available from OEM Automatic.
News from OEM Automatic (10 September 2002)
Orbimatic sets up shop in the UK
Orbimatic has proved its commitment to the UK market by opening a UK office in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
News from Orbimatic (10 September 2002)
Standoffs hold PCBs accurately
An updated six-page product bulletin profiles the complete line of Snap-Top all-metal standoffs designed to attach and space PC boards and subassemblies.
News from PennEngineering (10 September 2002)
Self-clinching nuts reduce fixing hardware
A 12-page product bulletin covers application data, specifications and performance information for PEM self-clinching steel, stainless steel and aluminum nuts.
News from PennEngineering (10 September 2002)
Reliable power for control and automation
The new Quint 2 range of power supplies from Phoenix Contact has been developed specifically to meet the needs of control and automation applications.
News from Phoenix Contact (10 September 2002)
Optimum control and hygiene for sensitive fluids
The SCV85 Badger meter control valve is ideal for applications such as pressure, temperature and flow control duty in fermentation reactors.
News from Pump Engineering (10 September 2002)
Speedy web support for LIMS systems
The latest productivity enhancement from QSI is Internet-based support via WebEx.
News from Quality Systems International (UK) (10 September 2002)
Magnetic drive pumps for highly corrosive media
The new MDK series of plastic-lined magnetic drive pumps is ideal for corrosive and high-purity media in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing and waste disposal and recycling industries.
News from Richter Chemie-Technik (10 September 2002)
More handling options for British Sugar
User Application Article British Sugar's plant at Bury St Edmunds has now completed its campaign for improved systems for distributing granulated sugar, following an extensive remodelling programme by Geo Robson and Co.
News from Robson Handling Technology (10 September 2002)
Conveyor contract is sweet stuff
Rotex Europe has been awarded a major new contract with Spanish sugar producer Acor.
News from Rotex Europe (10 September 2002)
Plastic pellet screener debut at PPMA
Rotex Europe will reveal its new plastic pellet screener at the PPMA exhibition at the UK NEC in September.
News from Rotex Europe (10 September 2002)
Read all about automotive adhesives
Scapa Automotive has published a new technical guide, entitled "A driving force in automotive production".
News from Scapa UK (10 September 2002)
Catalogue covers industrial finishing solutions
"Industrial finishing solutions" is the title of a newly published brochure from Sames that provides the reader with a good overview of the company and its products.
News from Sames UK (10 September 2002)
No dirt traps in hygenic fasteners
New anti-bacterial fasteners from Seac are designed specifically for sanitary and hygienic applications.
News from SEAC (10 September 2002)
Gas detectors tested to latest standard
Sira Test and Certification can now test to the new EN61779 gas standard (Electrical Apparatus for the detection and measurement of flammable gases).
News from Sira (10 September 2002)
Bearings for world's largest paper-making machine
SKF is to be main supplier of bearings to Metso Paper, which is supplying Stora Enso's Langerbrugge Mill, Belgium, with the world's largest paper-making machine. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (10 September 2002)
Plain and simple maintenance-free bearings
SKF's range of spherical plain bearings includes maintenance-free bearings to satisfy increasing customer demand for maintenance-free machines and equipment. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (10 September 2002)
Kazakh connection for Smith
Smith Flow Control has signed a memorandum of understanding with Almaty-based contractor Dasu. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control (10 September 2002)
Budget convertor puts serial devices online
The HelloDevice Lite Series from Sena Technologies is a low-cost serial to Ethernet convertor for device connectivity solutions and remote device management solutions.
News from Sena Technologies (10 September 2002)
Maintenance contracts around the UK
SES Maintenance has recently scooped four top maintenance contracts in Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds.
News from Shepherd Engineering Services (10 September 2002)
Panel meter takes on downloaded personalities
The DM3600 six-digit intelligent digital panel meter is the latest Status instrument to feature the powerful TFML (transfer function module library) software capability. Brochure Available
News from Status Instruments (10 September 2002)
Modular expandable data acquisition
User Application Article The success of Status Instruments' Medacs signal conditioning units is bringing them into a growing number of new areas. Brochure Available
News from Status Instruments (10 September 2002)
Online catalogue includes 3D CAD models
As part of an expanded online catalogue service from WDS designers and production engineers now have a choice of over 10,000 individual parts to download as 3D files. Brochure Available
News from WDS (10 September 2002)
Tolerance rings cut down transmission systems
Wyko has introduced an innovative new solution for securing transmission shafts and bearings in machine applications where excessive vibration, misalignment and heat may occur. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (10 September 2002)
Cylinders take on South Africal steel line
User Application Article MMB heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders are specified for control functions on a second coil cut-to-length and multi-blanking line for the Coil Processing Division of Trident Steel in South Africa. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (10 September 2002)
Software prepares research for publication
ISI ResearchSoft is now shipping a major upgrade to the world's most popular bibliographic reference management software - EndNote. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 9 September 2002)
Vertical boxes at home on DIN rails
Camden Electronics has a new range of two DIN-rail-mounting vertical boxes designed for use with the company's 5.0, 5.08, 7.5 and 7.62mm pitch plug-in terminal blocks.
News from Camden Electronics ( 9 September 2002)
Elastic seal compound stays stable
Ceetak has released details of a major technological breakthrough in high performance seal compounds.
News from Ceetak ( 9 September 2002)
Cosworth's productivity races ahead
User Application Article Cosworth Racing has recently extended the scope of its DLoG DNC and shop floor manufacturing information system to include machine tool monitoring and data collection.
News from DLoG (UK) ( 9 September 2002)
Ethernet scores at the games
User Application Article Entrix Computing was recently asked to supply the technology behind connecting the various scoring devices used at the 2002 Commonwealth Games.
News from Entrix Computing ( 9 September 2002)
DMM package bundles in a bonus or two
The Fluke 189 Plus Pack combines the handheld 189 digital multimeter with FlukeView Forms software, a ToolPak meter hanging solution and a soft carry case in a money-saving package. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 9 September 2002)
Service offers airflow simulation on supercomputer
Airpak/RSF is a new service that significantly reduces the entry cost for using engineering simulation software in the design of buildings and other facilities.
News from Fluent ( 9 September 2002)
Blast cabinet cleans large components
User Application Article The need to replace an old blast room facility and at the same time provide a safe and clean workshop environment led to the installation of Guyson's largest manually operated blast cleaning cabinet. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International ( 9 September 2002)
Powerful connectors at rail show
At Railtex 2002, Harting is featuring a broad spectrum of connectors for rail applications, including a number of new products.
News from Harting ( 9 September 2002)
Infra-red emitters speed coil coating process
Infra-red heat dries reliably, rapidly and effectively and provides a high quality lacquer coating.
News from Heraeus Noblelight ( 9 September 2002)
Robot line glazes Sprinter van
Kleinmichel has just completed supply of a fully automated glazing line for Sprinter van production at Daimler Chrysler in Duesseldorf.
News from Kleinmichel ( 9 September 2002)
Front-end supplies pack more in to the rack
The powerful new TL Series of rack-mounted AC/DC front-end power supplies allows Lambda to offer its customers five 1500W modules housed in a single 2U 19in rack. Brochure Available
News from Lambda ( 9 September 2002)
Brake motors available off the shelf
Lenze's range of brake motors is now available off-the-shelf for same or next day delivery, in sizes up to 132 frame. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 9 September 2002)
Compact and cost-effective geared motors
The Panasonic Hyper-G range of geared motors is now available ex-stock at Lenze. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 9 September 2002)
Servo drive cuts costs without affecting safety
The new Safety Stop version of the Lenze 9300 Servo Series has been developed to help machine and system builders cut costs, without affecting the operating safety of equipment. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 9 September 2002)
High performance from metal disc couplings
Lenze has a new range of high-performance metal disc couplings - the BSD Modulflex range manufactured by Rexnord. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 9 September 2002)
Infra-red sensors for CO2 and methane
Madur Electronics has developed a new line of infra-red sensors for CO2 and methane.
News from Madur Electronics ( 9 September 2002)
Florida steel mill upgrade for Morgan
Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from Ameristeel's Jacksonville Steel Mill Division in Baldwin, Florida, to upgrade the company's single-strand rod outlet.
News from Morgan Advanced Ceramics ( 9 September 2002)
Compact design for model encoder and DRO
Newall Measurement Systems has released details of its latest DRO and linear encoder package designed specifically for the model-making sector. Brochure Available
News from Newall Measurement Systems ( 9 September 2002)
Seminar to stimulate sustainable proposals
A seminar in Manchester on 20th November will launch parallel calls for proposals for the Sustainable Technologies Initiative and the ESRC Sustainable Technologies Programme.
News from Oakdene Hollins ( 9 September 2002)
Plastic hot air staking assembly at Interplas
The effectiveness, speed and cost saving advantages of plastic hot air staking assembly will be highlighted by Phasa Developments on stand 4130 in Hall 4 at Interplas 2002.
News from Phasa Developments ( 9 September 2002)
Test kits have 16th Edition covered
Robin is offering a choice of six different modular kits which cover the testing requirements of the latest 16th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations BS7671:2001.
News from Robin Electronics ( 9 September 2002)
Link balls drive Inspiration forward
User Application Article THK UK's link ball technology has helped a team of apprentice engineers from Milton Keynes Training College to successfully compete in the Shell Eco-Marathon for the fourth year running.
News from THK UK ( 9 September 2002)
Two-part moulding provides hard and soft combo
User Application Article Two different materials were used in constructing the case for a novel handheld gas monitor: a tough plastic substrate and a softer rubberised material for a comfortable touch.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) ( 9 September 2002)
Free training is prize for student competition
Upperspace Corp will be running an educational contest for both students and teachers until 31st October 2002.
News from Upperspace Corporation ( 9 September 2002)
Winters makes fourth acquisition
Winters Instruments has continued its aggressive expansion strategy with the acquisition of Commercial Thermowell Company of Richmond, Virginia, USA.
News from Winters Instruments ( 9 September 2002)
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