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Sunday 5 January
to Saturday 11 January 2003

Addons provide personalised simulation

For modelling and simulation of systems, Adept Scientific reckons there is no other software on the PC which can match VisSim for a combination of power and usability.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific (10 January 2003)

New name reflects BEMA's ambitions

BEMA, the South West's largest engineering trade association has changed its name.

News from BEMA (British Engineering Manufacturers Assoc.) (10 January 2003)

AS-i 2.1 compatible process control on show

Burkert Fluid Control Systems will be showing its range of AS-i devices and cable plug accessories at AS-iTech 2003, including equipment that conforms to the latest AS-i 2.1 specifications.  Brochure Available 

News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (10 January 2003)

Vision systems keep UK manufacturer competitive

 User Application Article  Machine vision sensors are helping a world-beating assembly 'solutions provider' stay competitive in the manufacture of electronic components.  Brochure Available 

News from Cognex UK (10 January 2003)

Immersion heaters provide process solutions

Durex Industries has expanded its line of immersion heaters for process solutions.

News from Durex Industries (10 January 2003)

Next-generation metal aids SLS prototyping

LaserForm ST-200 material is a next generation metals material that enables customers to produce complex parts and tooling inserts in a matter of days.

News from 3D Systems Europe (10 January 2003)

Plows prevent belt and tail pulley damage

Deflector belt plows from Flexco work as "belt cleaners" for the tail pulley.

News from Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company) (10 January 2003)

Simple solution for content level monitoring

The Kelch Series of simple content gauges provides a comprehensive range of gauges and caps, designed to suit metal and plastic storage tanks in off-highway vehicle, lawn care and marine markets.

News from Fozmula (10 January 2003)

Media convertors take Ethernet outdoors

GarrettCom Europe has a new range of media convertors for outdoor Ethernet applications.

News from GarrettCom Europe (10 January 2003)

CAN interface for pressure transducer

Gems Sensors will launch the 9000 CANbus pressure transducer at MTEC 2003 to meet the demands of the test and measurement industry, including automotive and marine applications.

News from Gems Sensors (10 January 2003)

Order to upgrade Romanian power plants

Honeywell Industry Solutions has been awarded over $2 million in orders for automation projects at multiple SC Termoelectrica SA power plants in Romania.

News from Honeywell Industry Solutions (10 January 2003)

Servos to become more intelligent

Users of servo motion systems are increasingly using intelligent servo drives with integrated position control capability, says a new report.

News from IMS Research (10 January 2003)

Website locates cleaning systems

Kerry Ultrasonics has launched a new website intended to make selecting the correct parts cleaning system a simple and rapid procedure.

News from Kerry Ultrasonics (10 January 2003)

Air amplifier aids pick and place operations

The CDF Series adjustable air amplifier is a vacuum pump and cup in one, that generates high vacuum flow ideal for picking up light, porous objects such as open-celled foam.

News from KV (10 January 2003)

Pumps offer maximum flow without clogging

The KV Vacuum Shop offers customised material transfer pumps to ensure maximum efficiency when transferring complex shapes and bulk materials without clogging.

News from KV (10 January 2003)

Expansion for laser-cutting subcontractor

Cannock-based laser-cutting subcontractor Laser Process has completed its move into a new purpose built production facility.

News from Laser Process (10 January 2003)

Weighing system adds traceability to cosmetics

 User Application Article  Marco Weighing Systems is helping world renowned beauty products manufacturer, Coty to ensure the users of its cosmetic products maintain the perfect smile.

News from Marco (10 January 2003)

Tool micro-dices polymer sleeves

NanoVia has developed a diffractive optic dicing tool called mMultiDice (MicroMultiDice) for micro polymer tubing used in micro electromechanical and medical device assemblies.

News from NanoVia (10 January 2003)

Bearing solutions on show at Machine Building

NBC Group will on hand at Machine Building 2003 next month with its a complete package solution of bearing and power transmission products to OEMs.

News from NBC Group (10 January 2003)

CADCAM combination provides all-round benefits

 User Application Article  EdgeCAM offline programming software has slashed machine programming times by 30% at the Morris Group UK.

News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (10 January 2003)

V8 engine designed in digital domain

 User Application Article  Ricardo served as a strategic engineering partner in the development of the Chrysler Group's all-new 5.7 litre Hemi Magnum V8 engine for the 2003 Dodge Ram heavy-duty pickup.

News from Ricardo (10 January 2003)

Setec takes Smith to Spain

Smith Flow Control has appointed Setec as its new Spanish distributor.  Brochure Available 

News from Smith Flow Control (10 January 2003)

Balanced solution to precision manufacturing

 User Application Article  Earlsdon Technology has specified automatic wheel balancing technology from Schmitt Europe for its latest generation of purpose-designed valve seat grinding machines.  Brochure Available 

News from Schmitt Europe (10 January 2003)

Direct measurement keeps heat loss under control

New heat control monitors that measure the rate of heating or cooling in buildings directly can save significantly on energy costs as well as providing improved control.

News from Sequoia Technology (10 January 2003)

Christmas e-mail saves trees and benefits charity

Rather than posting conventional Christmas cards 3T RPD mailed an "e-card" to all the contacts on its customer, prospect and supplier databases.

News from 3T RPD (10 January 2003)

Polymer resists cold flow

 User Application Article  When GemcoValve Company decided to replace the PTFE bushings on its Model P21 high performance spherical disc valves, it chose Victrex Peek polymer because of its strength and resistance to cold flow.

News from Victrex USA (10 January 2003)

Flow visualisation kit is "the real thing"

A novel portable flow visualisation kit allows a designer to see the actual flow of liquids inside a system or component: not a computer simulation or an approximation but the real thing in real time.

News from VisEng (10 January 2003)

Technical software is made for sharing

The latest release of Mathcad enables everyone to work together more straightforwardly.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 9 January 2003)

Improved building design and documentation

Autodesk has announced the worldwide availability of the Autodesk Revit 5 building design and documentation system, the latest release of this powerful application.

News from Autodesk ( 9 January 2003)

Royal Mint coins it in with upgraded drives

 User Application Article  The upgrading of a series of nine coin presses at the Royal Mint in Pontyclun in South Wales has given each press a potential increase of a massive 50%.

News from Control Techniques Dynamics ( 9 January 2003)

Tensioning system keeps fibres under control

Dynaspede has developed a novel and cost effective tensioning system for reels of optical fibre that offers direct and precise 4-Q torque control under transient and steady-state operating conditions.

News from Dynaspede Integrated Systems ( 9 January 2003)

Torque flange reaches up to 80kNm

HBM has launched its T10FM torque flange to meet the demand for increased measuring ranges.  Brochure Available 

News from HBM UK ( 9 January 2003)

Applications support at IPOT

Image Management Technologies will be inviting systems integrators and other visitors to tell the company about their future applications needs during next month's IPOT and Machine Vision Show.

News from Image Management Technologies ( 9 January 2003)

Handheld hardness testers save trips to the lab

 User Application Article  An Indentec handheld digital tester has done wonders for hardness testing at VOR Transmissions in the UK West Midlands.

News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines ( 9 January 2003)

Flowmeter meets ATEX requirements

The new Katflow 160 ultrasonic flowmeter from Katronic Technologies has proved popular for applications in hazardous areas throughout Europe.  Brochure Available 

News from Katronic Technologies ( 9 January 2003)

Cartridges transform vacuum pump performance

The Midi-Series vacuum pump is a line of single-stage venturi pumps with interchangeable cartridges.

News from KV ( 9 January 2003)

Weighing systems provide traceability

 User Application Article  Marco Weighing Systems is helping leading UK bakery group Greggs meet rapidly growing demand from thousands of hungry customers.

News from Marco ( 9 January 2003)

Industrial endoscope provides compact inspection

New from Moritex Europe, the Light Scope mini is a novel low-cost industrial endoscope for remote viewing of inaccessible structures where space is at a premium.

News from Moritex Europe ( 9 January 2003)

LEDs shed light on machine vision

Multipix Imaging has signed a new distribution agreement with RVSI Nerlite.  Brochure Available 

News from Multipix Imaging ( 9 January 2003)

No blooming advantage for CMOS-sensor-based camera

New from Multipix Imaging at next month's IPOT 2003, the A600f series is the latest line of area scan cameras from Basler Vision Components.  Brochure Available 

News from Multipix Imaging ( 9 January 2003)

Document management qualified for Inventor

Entrada Software's eChange Solutions document management product has met the qualifications of the Autodesk Inventor Certified Application Programme (AICAP) for Autodesk Inventor 6 software.

News from Entrada Software ( 9 January 2003)

Bearings ordered for Chinese mill

The Morgoil Bearing Division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract to manufacture and install three sets of Morgoil bearings at Nanjing Iron and Steel Company.

News from Morgan Construction Company ( 9 January 2003)

Power cables for Salt River Project

Nexans has won a new four-year contract, valued at roughly Eur 50 million, to supply power cable for the Salt River Project (SRP), a major electrical utility on the West Coast of the USA.

News from Nexans ( 9 January 2003)

Italian ball valves from stock

UK Process Valves is now a stocking distributor of the Dafram range of split body and end-entry, floating ball and trunnion mounted ball valves.

News from UK Process Valves ( 9 January 2003)

Backup batteries need no special compartments

Exide Network Power has a new addition to the front-terminal Marathon range, designed specifically for the SME market who require reliable back up for their PABX systems.

News from Exide Technologies ( 9 January 2003)

Meters survive motorbike mauling

 User Application Article  Two Megger test meters have successfully survived a trial even more severe than those meted out by the company's own product proving department.  Brochure Available 

News from Megger ( 8 January 2003)

Reliability boost for thermistors

Betatherm Ireland has embarked on extensive reliability studies across a wide range of its temperature sensing products.

News from Betatherm Ireland ( 8 January 2003)

Thermometer takes up to eight RTD signals

The F200 precision thermometer is a major new product from ASL using new technology and new price levels.

News from Barber InSys ( 8 January 2003)

Boosted capacity for power distribution units

Bryant Broadcast and Data Communications has installed further machining centres to speed the manufacture of steel and aluminium cases for its power distribution units.

News from Bryant Broadcast and Data Communications ( 8 January 2003)

Calibration guarantees IR camera accuracy

Cedip Infrared Systems has installed a new automated calibration test bench in its production facility.  Brochure Available 

News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 8 January 2003)

Rings lock and seal threaded fasteners

Dubo sealing/locking rings can be used on their own or with a toothed collar ring for especially high loading applications.

News from Challenge (Europe) ( 8 January 2003)

Synthetic cutting fluids last longer

 User Application Article  Castrol's Specialised Industrial Division has helped Thomson IBL Company to reduce fluid consumption, cut costs and resolve health and safety issues.

News from Castrol UK ( 8 January 2003)

Many sides to drive shafts

Polygon profile mechanical power transmission systems outperform conventional drives, yet they can cost less.

News from Drive Lines Technologies ( 8 January 2003)

Management buyout at recruitment consultancy

Delta Consultants has been acquired by its Managing Director, Ann Pinn.

News from Delta Consultants ( 8 January 2003)

Contaminated equipment guidelines updated

GAMBICA's "Guidelines for the management of contaminated equipment prior to service, inspection or repair" have been redrafted, following an initiative by the Laboratory Service Managers Group.

News from Gambica ( 8 January 2003)

Teaching edition expands finite element analysis

Abaqus has produces a new Teaching Edition version of its advanced finite element analysis software, available to qualified educational institutions.

News from Abaqus ( 8 January 2003)

Conduit safe for underground use

Even when exposed to fire, Icore's latest range of Lohal ultra-lightweight flexible conduit emits no toxic smoke or fumes.

News from Icore International ( 8 January 2003)

Cutting the cost of photoelectric switches

Idec Electronics has an all-new range of miniature photoelectric switches.

News from Idec Electronics ( 8 January 2003)

Proximity sensors fit for ATEX applications

Proximity sensors suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres are now readily available at competitive prices.  Brochure Available 

News from IFM Electronic ( 8 January 2003)

Drives show nears tenth anniversary

The Drives and Controls Exhibition will return, bigger than ever, for its tenth anniversary from 3rd to 5th June 2003, at the UK NEC.  Brochure Available 

News from DFA Media ( 8 January 2003)

Centrifugal froth flotation speeds separation

A novel flotation system based on established pneumatic flotation designs uses intensive inline pre-aeration to aerate a mineral slurry prior to introduction to the separating cell.

News from Maelgwyn Mineral Services ( 8 January 2003)

Power distribution for the Abbey habit

 User Application Article  Moeller Electric and contractor Skanska Rashleigh Weatherfoil have completed the installation of a total power distribution solution for Abbey National's new London HQ.

News from Moeller Electric ( 8 January 2003)

Turbocharged measurement solution

 User Application Article  A chance call was all that was required for Newall Measurement Systems to solve a problem that had plagued Bradford based BorgWarner Turbo Systems for over 12 months.  Brochure Available 

News from Newall Measurement Systems ( 8 January 2003)

Power supplies tell it like it is

A quick glance is all that's needed to confirm that power supplies in the new S8VS range from Omron Electronics are performing in line with requirements.  Brochure Available 

News from Omron Electronics ( 8 January 2003)

Micro and machine screws

Precision Technology Supplies has increased its extensive range of micro screws and machine screws.

News from Precision Technology Supplies ( 8 January 2003)

One-piece design cuts ball-valve costs

Parker Instrumentation has launched a miniature 12mm ball valve for fluid instrumentation applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division ( 8 January 2003)

Detroit expansion for Ricardo

Ricardo has formally opened its new Detroit Technology Campus, anchored by a new 7700m2 two-story office and engineering facility expansion.

News from Ricardo ( 8 January 2003)

Largest ever variable transformer

REO has just completed delivery of its largest ever variable transformer.  Brochure Available 

News from REO (UK) ( 8 January 2003)

Enclosures take accessories onboard

Users of the Spacial 3D range of wall-mounting enclosures from Sarel can now save valuable assembly time by purchasing the enclosures prefitted with accessories of their choice.

News from Sarel ( 8 January 2003)

Decentralised option for frequency inverter

Stober has extended its Posidrive FDS 4000 frequency inverter family to include a decentralised equipment series in the 2.2 to 15kW power range.

News from Stober Drives ( 8 January 2003)

Forklift truck forsakes hydraulics

With its new E-truck forklift truck concept, SKF has successfully tied the electronics and mechanical worlds together.  Brochure Available 

News from SKF UK ( 8 January 2003)

Valve provides complete operator control

New from Sealant Equipment and Engineering is a dispense valve that provides complete operator control for dispensing silicones, mastics and other single-component materials.

News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering ( 8 January 2003)

Web portal gains e-shop for sensors

The sensors e-shop for B2B and B2C e-commerce has been opened at Sensors Web Portal.

News from Sensors Web Portal ( 8 January 2003)

I/O controller upgrades older gateways

The SixTrak ST-GT-1210 I/O controller is designed as an affordable "entry level" controller/remote terminal unit or upgrade for legacy SixTrak I/O gateways.  Brochure Available 

News from Sixnet ( 8 January 2003)

Robot sales boom in Asia

Asian manufacturers using Toshiba Machine industrial robots are reporting increased trade in China and South Asia.  Brochure Available 

News from TM Robotics (Europe) ( 8 January 2003)

Motor controller takes charge of air moving

The VSM-CA3 variable-speed motor controller is designed to modulate the speed of motors in fan coil units, fan-powered VAV terminal units, fan filter units and other air-moving devices.

News from Varidigm Corp ( 8 January 2003)

Seminar introduces the new generation

Wilde and Partners is hosting an Ansys and DesignSpace 7.0 technical seminar in Manchester on Thursday 6th February, 2003.

News from Wilde FEA ( 8 January 2003)

Software sets inverters to rewind webs safely

Yaskawa has developed special software for its range of AC inverter drives to optimise rewinding control with a quick and easy PID setup.

News from Yaskawa Electric Europe ( 8 January 2003)

Chinese facility passes ISO audit

Memsic's facility in Wuxi, China has passed a ISO/TS16949 certification audit, demonstrating that its products meet the strict requirements of the automotive market.

News from Memsic ( 8 January 2003)

US engineering books hit Europe

Industrial Press, a leading American publisher of engineering books, has named American Technical Publishers as its exclusive distributor in Europe.

News from American Technical Publishers ( 7 January 2003)

Specialist distributor to aid motor service

To enhance the service and support available to its users and OEMs, Crouzet has appointed Camis Group as a UK specialist distributor of its extensive range of small motors and associated gearboxes.  Brochure Available 

News from Crouzet ( 7 January 2003)

Flexible mounting for decentralised drive

The CE listed VLT Decentral FCD 300 drive is an "all-in-one-box" solution that can be mounted on a wall, on the motor, or in any standard cabinet.

News from Danfoss Drives ( 7 January 2003)

Stud bolts fed head down

A novel design of vibratory bowl feeder can feed stud bolts in head down position.

News from Elscint Automation ( 7 January 2003)

Position transducers use absolute opto technology

A new distributor agreement between TWK and Encoder Technology brings to to the UK market a whole new range of transducer products.  Brochure Available 

News from Encoder Technology ( 7 January 2003)

Drives range from furnaces to fountains

 User Application Article  A variable speed drive can be put to many uses, and ICD Controls is frequently asked to consider new ones.

News from ICD Controls ( 7 January 2003)

Custom fixture makes hardness tests easy

 User Application Article  A special fixture designed by Indentec enables hardness tests to be carried out deep inside narrow internal tapers.

News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines ( 7 January 2003)

Energy at the crossroads

The IChemE has warned that candlelit dinners could be on the menu, not just at Christmas but all year round, if the Government fails to deliver on energy policy.

News from Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) ( 7 January 2003)

Current transmitter sends secure signals

The APT35L current transmitter is ideal for converting a standard AC signal into a 4-20mA current output for onwards transmission to a control or telemetry system.  Brochure Available 

News from Lee-Dickens ( 7 January 2003)

Extrusions come complete with wireway facility

MK Profile Systems has developed a series of aluminium profiles for use in designing partitions for offices, clean rooms and machine building which have removable access to internal pipes and cables.

News from MK Profile Systems ( 7 January 2003)

Self-clinching nuts keep a low profile

PEM Type SMPS stainless-steel self-clinching nuts offer a solution for thin-sheet applications where space for attaching hardware is minimal and close-to-edge attachment would prove beneficial.

News from PennEngineering ( 7 January 2003)

Perkins reacts quickly for increased efficiency

 User Application Article  When Perkins Engines found that the power factor at its Peterborough plant was typically as low as 0.8, the company called in PFC Engineering for help.

News from PFC Engineering ( 7 January 2003)

Encoder aids motor accuracy

A new 35mm encoder developed exclusively for use with Pittman Lo-Cog brush-commutated and Elcom brushless DC motors has been introduced by Pittman.

News from PennEngineering Motion Technologies - Europe ( 7 January 2003)

Miniature low-cost liquid level sensors

LF series miniature liquid level sensors provide reliable operation in small tanks and containers, and within a wide range of liquids.

News from Automation Products Group ( 7 January 2003)

Interlock switch takes on more tasks

The T2007 series miniature safety interlock switch from Scientific Technologies is now available with more capabilities and optional features to satisfy a broader range of applications.

News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 7 January 2003)

Differential sensing boosts encoder accuracy

CoreTech CA25 2.5in absolute encoders are available in any resolution from 2 to 32,768point/rev.

News from Sick Stegmann ( 7 January 2003)

Cooler oil keeps pumps running longer

A novel oil cooler and filter system can reduce the need for oil changes and increase pump bearing life in high-temperature applications.

News from Wanner Engineering ( 7 January 2003)

Retractable spring plungers have knurled handles

JW Winco has a range of hand retractable spring plungers with knurled handles.

News from Winco ( 7 January 2003)

Sneller is new Chief Scientist

Steve Sneller has accepted the position of Chief Scientist at CenterSpace Software.

News from CenterSpace Software ( 7 January 2003)

High-temperature material aids F1 prototypes

3D Systems will showcase its latest generation of SL material for the SLA stereolithography system at next week's Autosport International exhibition.

News from 3D Systems Europe ( 6 January 2003)

Software gets to grips with psychrometric analysis

Hands Down Software reckons it has released for sale the most powerful and accurate psychrometric charting and analysis software available.

News from Hands Down Software ( 6 January 2003)

Control relays aid in green living project

 User Application Article  Bury Pumps turned to Moeller's automation and switchgear solutions for its state-of-the-art water filtration and recycling system for the pioneering Ecotech Centre at Swaffham, Norfolk.

News from Moeller Electric ( 6 January 2003)

Exports boost Phoenix establishment

Phoenix Inspection Systems has expanded the team at its Warrington headquarters to satisfy increased demand for probes and a rise in export sales.

News from Phoenix Inspection Systems ( 6 January 2003)

Socket tester checks RCDs at the push of a button

Robin has developed its own professional range of socket testers with modern, ergonomic and durable designs.

News from Robin Electronics ( 6 January 2003)

Auto-balancing technology smooths out machinery

The novel SKF DynaSpin auto-balancer continually counteracts imbalance in rotating machinery.  Brochure Available 

News from SKF UK ( 6 January 2003)

Wire thread inserts on show

WTI Fasteners is exhibiting next week at Autosport Engineering at the UK NEC.

News from WTI Fasteners ( 6 January 2003)

Flow calibration covers wide range of gases

Young Calibration has recently completed an extensive upgrade of its air and gas flow facilities.

News from Young Calibration ( 6 January 2003)

Total number of news releases published during the week: 106

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