News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 12 January
to Saturday 18 January 2003
Drives cut energy bill for automotive manufacturer
User Application Article A manufacturer of automotive trim for Nissan is using ABB variable speed drives to cut its energy bill by GBP 10,000 per year.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (17 January 2003)
Long life for pneumatic pinch valves
Acro Associate's pneumatic pinch valves offer maintenance-free operation with multi-million-cycle life.
News from Acro Associates (17 January 2003)
Ethernet industrial devices set for further growth
Shipments of device-level industrial Ethernet products have been growing rapidly despite difficult conditions in automation markets.
News from ARC Advisory Group (17 January 2003)
Award for multiprotocol controller
The Digi One IA RealPort has been selected by Control Engineering Magazine as a winner of a 2002 Editors' Choice Award.
News from Digi International (17 January 2003)
Budget package provides static and dynamic FEA
Abaqus/Foundation provides full access to the linear static and dynamic analysis functionality of Abaqus/Standard, the flagship implicit FEA software, but at a significantly reduced cost.
News from Abaqus (17 January 2003)
More range improves torque measurement equipment
HBM has improved its T4A and T4WA-S3 series of torque measurement equipment to enable all SG full bridge amplifiers to be used for torque measurement. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (17 January 2003)
High torque from hydraulic motors
IHD has added a range of low-speed high-torque radial-piston multi-cam-lobe hydraulic motors to its line of heavy-duty hydraulic components.
News from IHD (17 January 2003)
Automation system speeds complex plant transitions
MTS has developed a new software package to support operating staff in achieving complex plant transitions.
News from MTS (17 January 2003)
Camera takes a view on industrial furnaces
A novel fully portable full-field-of-vision camera has been developed to assess combustion performance and structural integrity of furnaces burning gas or coal.
News from MTS (17 January 2003)
Competition kick starts micro-device innovation
Memgen Corp has launched the world's first micro-device design competition.
News from Microfabrica (17 January 2003)
Software gains visualisation and collaboration
Entrada has licensed Cimmetry's visualisation and collaboration technology to be embedded into its eChange Solutions.
News from Entrada Software (17 January 2003)
New support for UK metals industry
The recently launched National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) provides a long awaited centre of excellence for the UK metals industry.
News from National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) (17 January 2003)
Adhesive improves syringe safety
User Application Article Bondmaster was chosen as the adhesive supplier partner in a recent project to develop a safe non-reusable medical syringe.
News from Bondmaster (17 January 2003)
Transducers provide micron-level repeatability
RDP Electronics reckons it can provide solutions to nearly all gauging sensor requirements with its D5-G range of miniature LVDTs. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (17 January 2003)
Improved motor protection from intelligent relays
The popular Allen-Bradley 193-E3 range of intelligent motor protection relays has been enhanced with a number of new features.
News from Rockwell Automation (17 January 2003)
New name for separator range
The Sibus Sepra range of packaged product separators and reclaimers has been extensively field tested over several years.
News from Sibus (17 January 2003)
Compact inclinometer slips down boreholes
The VT20 series servo inclinometer is a slender unit in a 23.1mm cylindrical housing especially useful for small-diameter borehole applications.
News from Shanghai Vigor Technology Development Co (17 January 2003)
Modular safety relays avoid overspecification
Protect SRB multifunction safety relay modules offer different levels of functionality to allow machine builders and plant engineers to specify the perfect relay for an application.
News from Schmersal UK (17 January 2003)
Barrel mixer gives rapid payback
Pneumix is a novel barrel mixing and dispensing system that overcomes the drawbacks associated with conventional mixing systems.
News from Tapflo (UK) (17 January 2003)
Linux-based platform takes over plant operations
Performux is the first Linux-based plant operations software offering secure, Internet-enabled management of critical industrial operations within transportation, energy and process industries.
News from Verano (17 January 2003)
Flowmeter optimises concrete supply
User Application Article A Yokogawa flowmeter is playing a key role in a novel application for one of the world's leading ground engineering contractors.
News from Yokogawa UK (17 January 2003)
Robotic testing boosts efficiency for Pirelli
User Application Article A new robotic testing machine at the Pirelli Tyres plant in Carlisle has improved operational efficiency and freed technicians for more skilled work. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (17 January 2003)
Module combines wireless modem with positioning
Alpha Micro's AMC1802GSXLA dual-band GPRS/GSM embedded radio modem module is now available with optional GPS (Global Positioning System) functionality.
News from Alpha Micro Components (16 January 2003)
Spray fluxing ensures precise control
User Application Article World-leading specialist in electrical test and measurement equipment Megger has invested in advanced spray nozzle technology from Bete.
News from Bete (16 January 2003)
World's largest solar roof
User Application Article This month sees the completion of the world's largest solar roof on an industry standard aluminium frame.
News from BP Solar (16 January 2003)
Automotive supplier funds scholarship
One of the world's leading suppliers to the automotive industry has offered Coventry University engineering students the opportunity to take part in a mutually beneficial scholarship scheme.
News from Coventry University (16 January 2003)
Motor suppliers must do better
A new survey exposes a level of discontent among end-users of integral horsepower motors, with customers' views and opinions indicating that leading suppliers fail to satisfy.
News from Frost and Sullivan (16 January 2003)
Industrial connectors take more current
Han-Compact from Harting is a new compact industrial connector that will accept any single insert from the company's Han-Modular range.
News from Harting (16 January 2003)
Higher resolution for incremental encoder
The large-bore hollow-shaft 90 series incremental encoder is up to 2in in diameter and provides 5000pulse/rev resolution.
News from Hohner Corp (16 January 2003)
Touch screens prove popular
Touch screen operator panels are leading a market recovery for manufacturers of human machine interfaces (HMIs).
News from IMS Research (16 January 2003)
Camera works better in low-light conditions
Kane Computing has a new version of the PL-A642 Pixelink Megapixel FireWire colour camera in the UK, featuring improved image quality and better performance in low light conditions.
News from Kane Computing (16 January 2003)
Sensor is small but reliable
Even with dimensions of just 11mm deep, 12mm wide and 30mm high, the 303 series of sensors offers significant improvements in sensing reliability by reducing the effects of spurious light sources. Brochure Available
News from Leuze Mayser (16 January 2003)
Amplifiers enable third-party control
Newport C-Drive is a series of versatile general-purpose power amplifiers optimised to enable third party motion controllers drive Newport motorised stages and actuators. Brochure Available
News from Newport Spectra-Physics (16 January 2003)
Polymers in building and construction
Polymers have become increasingly important as engineering materials in the past decade, and applications in the construction industry are expanding.
News from Smithers Rapra (16 January 2003)
Interface takes sensors straight to PLC
Sentek has a new pH/ORP sensor to PLC interface module that uses a PLC as an ultra-flexible pH/ORP transmitter.
News from Sentek (16 January 2003)
Gauge aids complete calibration solution
SI Pressure Instruments is now manufacturing a new portable 4.5-digit display test gauge for general pressure testing and monitoring.
News from GE Sensing (16 January 2003)
Website covers control products
With an emphasis on ease of use and clarity, specialist distributor of control products Switchtec has launched a new website.
News from Switchtec (16 January 2003)
Biodegradable plastics take on wood and ash
Toolcraft Plastics has been working with suppliers to check out the moulding characteristics of biodegradable materials impregnated with wood and ash.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) (16 January 2003)
Analysers to improve water quality
ABB has won a GBP 220,000 order for analysis equipment that will help improve water quality for customers throughout North-West England.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (15 January 2003)
PLM specialists drop the bom
Bom.com has officially changed its corporate name to Arena Solutions, and the company's website has been relocated to www.arenasolutions.com.
News from Arena Solutions (15 January 2003)
Emissions savings from new solar-powered store
User Application Article Over 150m2 of grid connected solar modules have been installed in a new B and Q retail store in the East Midlands to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide being released into the atmosphere.
News from BP Solar (15 January 2003)
Photovoltaics still work on a grey day in Ipswich
User Application Article Eighty-seven thousand state-of-the-art photovoltaic cells supplied by BP Solar are being used in the construction of a new commercial building in Ipswich.
News from BP Solar (15 January 2003)
Spindles assure quality surface finish
High speed aerostatic (air bearing) Colibri spindles are ideal for cutting and polishing optical components as well as dicing, micromachining, and fine milling.
News from Colibri Spindles (15 January 2003)
Spindle improves accuracy and throughput
Greater accuracy and higher throughput in automatic wafer testing systems can be achieved using a high-speed aerostatic (air bearing) Colibri spindle.
News from Colibri Spindles (15 January 2003)
The wonders of clear acrylic
Carville has developed specialist techniques for machining, bonding and polishing of acrylic.
News from Carville (15 January 2003)
CNC controller boosts machine capabilities
User Application Article Replacing the control system on one of its milling machines has allowed vehicle convertor Brotherwood Automobility to bring in-house a number of production jobs that were formerly subcontracted. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (15 January 2003)
Hardness tester works unattended
User Application Article Indentec has designed and built a fully automatic hardness-testing machine to work automatically in an unmanned materials test cell.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (15 January 2003)
Duplicator multiplies CameraLink signals
The CL-D1 CameraLink duplicator converts a CameraLink master input to two digital video streams to allow the digital video signal to be transferred simultaneously to two target hosts.
News from Kane Computing (15 January 2003)
Board-level cameras for megapixel vision
Pixelink Megapixel FireWire board-level cameras offer high-resolution megapixel capability with the convenience of FireWire (IEEE1394) to capture low latency video streams and digital still images.
News from Kane Computing (15 January 2003)
Improved resolution for prototypes
Stratasys has upgraded for its FDM Titan, which builds models from polycarbonate and ABS plastic.
News from Laser Lines (Industrial and Medical) (15 January 2003)
Miniaturisation, power, precision and reliability
The latest response from Maxon Motor to demands for ever-greater miniaturisation is a motor the size of a pencil tip. Brochure Available
News from Maxon Motor UK (15 January 2003)
Sensor can be relied on to find leaks
The SUNX EX-F70 series of sensors is a reliable detection system that is able to consistently detect small liquid leaks and inform a control system.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK (15 January 2003)
Pump has slick operation for Shell UK Oil
User Application Article The problem of pumping rain water with potential hydrocarbon traces has been solved by Mono Pumps to ensure an efficient and smooth operation for Shell UK Oil Products.
News from Mono Pumps (15 January 2003)
Analyser keeps track of lime kiln emissions
User Application Article Changing legislation led Lafarge Lime to hire a Gasmet Dx 3000 FTIR analyser to track the emissions to air from its Whitwell Works in Derbyshire.
News from Quantitech (15 January 2003)
Hummer speeds into production
User Application Article Ricardo served as a strategic partner in the development of General Motors Corp's all-new Hummer H2 sport-utility vehicle.
News from Ricardo (15 January 2003)
Steel handwheels get to grips with valve actuation
Rotork Valvekits has a new range of high-quality fabricated steel handwheels for valves, gearboxes, shutters, chainwheels and many other industry applications.
News from Rotork Valvekits (15 January 2003)
Probe can be used with any pH meter
Sentek has redesigned its knife probe for the measurement of pH in foodstuffs.
News from Sentek (15 January 2003)
Ring balancer keeps machine tools on the level
A novel high-speed ring balancer system helps users to maximise the productivity of machining centres, lathes and grinding equipment. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (15 January 2003)
Gearbox is key to efficient power generation
User Application Article A school in Zambia has quite literally seen the light thanks to efforts of David Brown gearbox distributor Texam in Lisburn, County Antrim.
News from David Brown Engineering (15 January 2003)
Open gear lubricant takes on primitive tasks
United Oil Products U.5032 open gear lubricant is designed for use in the more primitive applications where an enclosed or continuous feed lubricant is impractical.
News from United Oil Products (15 January 2003)
New name in reference management software
An extraordinary new product called WriteNote is set to introduce a whole generation of students to PC-based bibliographic and reference management. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (14 January 2003)
Certification for digital weighing indicator
The AD-4329 digital weighing indicator has been certified by the US National Type Evaluation Programme (NTEP).
News from A and D Weighing (14 January 2003)
CCI acquires Fluid Kinetics.
CCI has acquired California-based Fluid Kinetics.
News from CCI (14 January 2003)
CC-Link explained at MTEC 2003
The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) will be making its first appearance at MTEC 2003 in the Industrial Network section to promote the benefits of CC-Link, the "open" high speed fieldbus. Brochure Available
News from CC-Link Partner Association (14 January 2003)
Intelligent system sheds light on Irish mail
User Application Article As part of a major lighting scheme at the Northern Ireland Mail Centre in Belfast, over a thousand Cooper Lighting and Security batten luminaires have been linked into an intelligent lighting system.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (14 January 2003)
Filters cut the cost of compliance
Epcos has extended its new B84143AxxR105 series of low-cost EMC powerline filters.
News from Epcos (14 January 2003)
Critical valve replacement on a fast track
User Application Article FCX has completed the critical supply of replacement bellows sealed globe valves for the reactor moderator systems at the Bruce B nuclear power station.
News from Truflo International (14 January 2003)
Compact matrix displays show their true colours
Forge Europa has a new range of 40mm2 high-performance 16 x 16 dot matrix displays in a wide range of exciting colour options.
News from Forge Europa (14 January 2003)
TFT and CRT displays on show
Global Display Solutions will exhibit its latest TFT and CRT displays at EID, which takes place at the UK NEC in Birmingham, 12th-13th February 2003.
News from GDS (14 January 2003)
Fasteners aid French trailer curtain production
User Application Article A manufacturing business based in Northern France has saved production time using fasteners developed by a UK engineering company. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (14 January 2003)
New UK distributor for major instrumentation names
All future instrument sales for Hitek Calibration Services are to be handled by a newly formed UK-based distribution company, Hitek Sales.
News from Hitek (14 January 2003)
Green blowing agent takes centre stage
Enovate 3000 blowing agent (HFC-245fa) will be the focus of Honeywell Fluorine Products' presentation at Utech 2003, at The Netherlands Congress Centre, The Hague, 25th-27th March.
News from Honeywell Fluorine Products (14 January 2003)
High-frequency chargers boost industrial batteries
Hawker Traction has launched the latest generation of its smart multifunction high-frequency (HF) chargers for industrial truck batteries.
News from EnerSys Motive Power (14 January 2003)
Thermomechanical fatigue testing for aerospace
A new range of thermomechanical fatigue (TMF) systems simulates the combined effects of thermal cycling and mechanical fatigue, and is ideally suited for the aerospace industry.
News from Instron (14 January 2003)
Ingham is first of the modern breed
Paul Ingham is ITS' first apprentice to complete an NVQ Level 3, an HNC in instrumentation and control and to receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate.
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (14 January 2003)
AS-Interface is standard bus and safety bus in one
Technical Background Article The AS-Interface is by far the simplest networking system for low level field devices, says Ken Davies, Managing Director of LC Automation. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (14 January 2003)
Website aims to be definitive online resource
LC Automation describes its new website as the definitive online resource for motion control, automation and safety professionals. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (14 January 2003)
Safety is key to automation
Safety is a major concern in any system and should be taken very seriously. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (14 January 2003)
Readers make sense of 2D barcodes
To complement and extend the functionality of its extensive range of barcode readers and vision systems Leuze Mayser has added a series of two-dimensional code readers. Brochure Available
News from Leuze Mayser (14 January 2003)
Device server aids flexible acquisition
User Application Article Danish business software solution provider Navision has used the Moxa NPort DE-311 to network enable a docking station operating system.
News from Moxa Technologies (14 January 2003)
Project management software speeds defence repairs
User Application Article ABRO is the first organisation in Europe to implement Microsoft's new Project 2002 project management software on a large scale.
News from Microsoft (14 January 2003)
Manufacturing base to close
The Electromechanical Division of Parker Hannifin is to phase out manufacturing at its location in Poole, Dorset. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (14 January 2003)
Pair to collaborate on nanocomposites
PolyOne Corp and Nanocor have formed a strategic alliance to manufacture and market nanocomposites made from polyolefin, polyvinyl chloride and related polymers.
News from Polyone Corp (14 January 2003)
Process modelling package is easier to use
PSE has released version 2.2 of its gPROMS modelling, simulation and optimisation environment.
News from Process Systems Enterprise (14 January 2003)
Turbine to power up sugar mill from waste
Peterborough-based specialist turbine manufacture Peter Brotherhood has won a GBP 1.2 million contract to supply a steam turbo-alternator set to Mtibwa Sugar Mill in Tanzania.
News from Peter Brotherhood (14 January 2003)
Monitoring units go with the grain
User Application Article Pulsarguard 2010 acoustic monitoring units have been installed at NWF Agriculture, to give noninvasive and wear-free flow detection on key items of production equipment. Brochure Available
News from Pulsar Process Measurement (14 January 2003)
Surface-mount fuse provides compact protection
Schurter has expanded its range of surface mount fuses with its smallest device to date. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (14 January 2003)
Hot water system doubles pharmaceutical production
User Application Article A Spirax Sarco skid-mounted hot water system is enabling Janssen Pharmaceuticals, to more than double the capacity of part of its production facility at Little Island, County Cork.
News from Spirax Sarco (14 January 2003)
Multiple I/O modules for fire system control
System Sensor Europe has introduced four new multi-module PCBs for use in conjunction with its Series 200 plus addressable smoke and heat detectors.
News from System Sensor Europe (14 January 2003)
Laser sintering machine speeds prototyping
3T RPD has acquired the world's largest laser sintering machine, the P700 from EOS.
News from 3T RPD (14 January 2003)
Testing and consultancy for the aerospace industry
TUV Product Service will be showing its comprehensive range of testing and consultancy services delivered to the aerospace industry at Aerospace Testing Expo 2003.
News from TUV Product Service (14 January 2003)
Inside General CADD Pro
New from upFront.eZine Publishing, "Inside General CADD Pro" is the first book written for new and experienced General CADD Pro users.
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (14 January 2003)
Software includes new graphical approach for CAM
Version 7 of VX CAD/CAM includes dozens of new tools and major enhancements that significantly boost performance, efficiency and ease of use.
News from VX Corporation (14 January 2003)
Connectors aid remote reservoir telemetry systems
User Application Article Weidmuller's Minimate S2L/B2L PCB connectors and Telephone RTU System are being used for critical telemetry control and signalling functions on remote drinking water reservoirs in Canada.
News from Weidmuller (UK) (14 January 2003)
Supply takes the lead in lead removal
User Application Article Tyco International's modular dosing system is widely used at water treatment plants, and uses Weidmuller's CP-SNT 160W switched mode power supply unit for safe and reliable 24V DC power.
News from Weidmuller (UK) (14 January 2003)
High-strength alloy provides flexible couplings
Rino Industries has developed a new flexible miniature coupling made of Duralumin - an extremely high strength aluminium alloy.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (14 January 2003)
Ultra-low friction for ball slides
Rino Industries has a brand new range of ultra-low-friction ball slides.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (14 January 2003)
Plotting for improved data presentation
Those who have seen Tecplot, the acclaimed 2D and 3D graphing software, will be amazed to discover that the latest release incorporates even more performance and speed improvements. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (13 January 2003)
Panel PC comes with its own UPS
The PPC-L126T-CE is a high-performance fanless panel PC which supports embedded Windows CE.NET and is ideal for use in low-noise operating environments and clean-room applications. Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (13 January 2003)
Toolkit aids motion control for machine builders
Ground-breaking software provides automation builders with an extremely rapid and flexible solution for creating contouring and profiling machinery and automation. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (13 January 2003)
Fluid sealing on the agenda
BHR Group's 17th International Conference on fluid sealing is the latest in a sequence of successful events that addresses these key issues and provides a firm foundation for future developments.
News from BHR Group (13 January 2003)
Multimeter makes two measurements at a time
The model 1705 is a high-performance bench digital multimeter (DMM) incorporating not just dual displays but also 'dual measurement' technology.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (13 January 2003)
Positioner makes packaging machinery more flexible
A novel linked carriage positioner simplifies format changes in packaging machinery lines.
News from Bett Sistemi (13 January 2003)
Donation highlights fieldbus training
Burkert Fluid Control Systems has supported two of the UK's main training centres by donating a selection of Profibus and AS-i products. Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (13 January 2003)
No wires required for handheld touch display
A novel lightweight yet rugged wireless handheld touch display can be used up to 50m from the Dolch FlexPAC PC.
News from Dolch Computer Systems (UK) (13 January 2003)
Easy calibration for portable measurement arm
A key advantage of the specification of the Polar 3D articulated measuring arm is the capability for the operator to perform quick and simple on-site calibration using a verification artefact.
News from OGP UK (13 January 2003)
Acquisition support for smart and dumb sensors
Endevco's enhanced Model 482B rack-mounted signal conditioner is an eight-channel amplifier card that communicates with newly developed Smart Isotron (IEEE P1451.4 TEDS) accelerometers.
News from Endevco (13 January 2003)
Three-axis accelerometer toughs it out
Endevco's new Model 7268C is a miniature piezoresistive accelerometer that employs advanced micromachined sensors with integral mechanical stops for ruggedness and years of reliable service.
News from Endevco (13 January 2003)
Rotary lobe pumps take on heavy duties
Since its launch three years ago, the DW rotary lobe pump has proved highly successful for the careful handling of high-viscosity or delicate products.
News from APV (13 January 2003)
Fixtures cut setup time for VW
User Application Article A suite of purpose made fixtures by Indentec has reduced setting up times to seconds in hardness testing automotives drive couplings.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (13 January 2003)
Rheometer takes the stress out of flow testing
The Eta 2100 capillary extrusion rheometer is a powerful floor-standing instrument designed to measure the flow of materials such as molten plastics, doughs, pastes, rubbers and foods.
News from Magna Projects and Instruments (13 January 2003)
Strain gauge conditioning made easy
Magna Projects and Instruments has a range of strain gauge conditioning instruments to suit most applications available via its secure online store.
News from Magna Projects and Instruments (13 January 2003)
Refurbishment beats replacement for Anglian Water
User Application Article Metalock Engineering has recently overhauled a 25 year old 12in Allen Gwynne mixed flow bowl pump that Anglian Water Supplies used for surface water drainage.
News from Metalock Engineering (13 January 2003)
Swiss precision for linear guides
Now available from Micromech is a new range of high quality, long life, excellent wearing and low profile, linear guide ways and carriages.
News from Micromech (13 January 2003)
Ultracompact format for gear motors
A year since its launch, the Mini Motor BC 2000 series is still enjoying a huge success in Italy and abroad.
News from Mini Motor (13 January 2003)
Miniature controllers show budget versatility
Orchard Electronics (Process Controls) has a new range of low cost miniature digital PID autotune controllers.
News from Orchard Process Controls (13 January 2003)
Industrial computers arrive ready to run
The VersaView range of industrial computers and monitors has been designed to help users keep up with the latest technology and easily select the options to best suit their needs.
News from Rockwell Automation (13 January 2003)
Animated brochures show off process range
Smith Flow Control is producing a series of animated brochures which demonstrate graphically how its range of process safety and valve operating products. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control (13 January 2003)
Consortium to upgrade natural gas field
Yokogawa is taking part in a contract estimated to be worth more than Eur 60 million for a gas renovation project being undertaken by the Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij (NAM).
News from Yokogawa UK (13 January 2003)
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