News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 6 April
to Saturday 12 April 2003
No frills limit switch is cost effective solution
A new device from Honeywell is designed to meet the growing need for a cost effective, compact, general purpose limit switch.
News from Aerco (11 April 2003)
Optical mount has space age accuracy
Tracking satellite positions or testing precision optics requires high-accuracy motion systems. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (11 April 2003)
Gearboxes fit for mining applications
The Standard Series of planetary gearboxes is ideal for use in quarrying, construction, mining and marine applications, not to mention waste disposal (crushers).
News from Brevini (11 April 2003)
Crawler drives fit inside track sprockets
Brevini's new CTM range of compact tracked motors are designed for use on excavators and other tracked and self-propelled tyred vehicles weighing from 1.5 to 40t.
News from Brevini (11 April 2003)
Winches can be mounted in any position
The unique square frame of Brevini's new BW range of winches gives users considerable flexibility by enabling the winches to be mounted in any position.
News from Brevini (11 April 2003)
AutoVue supports AutoCAD 2004
AutoVue users can now handle AutoCAD 2004 files via a new service pack for current users under maintenance and also using the upcoming release of AutoVue 17.1.
News from Cimmetry Systems (11 April 2003)
MEP to hear of crash safety
Malcolm Harbour, MEP for the West Midlands will visit Coventry University today to find out about life-saving research into pedestrian fatalities in road accidents and the future design of vehicles.
News from Coventry University (11 April 2003)
Magnesium cutting fluid to the rescue
User Application Article When FR-Hitemp became involved in the development of a specialised component that needed to be machined from magnesium, it faced three seemingly insurmountable problems.
News from Castrol UK (11 April 2003)
China's largest car maker standardises software
User Application Article A combination of powerful functionality and excellent technical support has resulted in Power Solution CADCAM software being adopted as the main manufacturing software at China's First Auto Works. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 April 2003)
Stereolithography provides speedy solutions for F1
User Application Article Advanced digital manufacturing stereolithography technology has helped designers at Jaguar Racing to develop a head and neck support system in record time.
News from 3D Systems Europe (11 April 2003)
Budget price for OEM metering pump
Encynova has developed a cost-effective OEM pump for metering applications.
News from Encynova International (11 April 2003)
Transducer workshop to boost practical knowledge
A technical workshop on 20th and 21st May 2003 at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon, Warwickshire will focus on transducer and conditioning applications.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (11 April 2003)
Software determines dynamic material properties
Enduratec Systems Corp has a new generation of application software for dynamic mechanical analysis.
News from Bose Corporation (11 April 2003)
Dynamic fatigue testers are self-installed
Enduratec reckons its latest high-performance, high-precision test instruments are so easy to configure they can be self-installed.
News from Bose Corporation (11 April 2003)
Upgraded gear unit improves cement production
User Application Article Flender has completed the upgrade of the gear unit on kiln 8 at Castle Cement's Ketton plant near Stamford.
News from Siemens Flender (11 April 2003)
Survey makes the case for toolmaking
The GTMA, with the support of the DTI and the com-met 2005 project, is compiling the first ever fully comprehensive database on toolmaking activity in the UK.
News from GTMA (11 April 2003)
Pneumatic valve can handle two pressures at once
The new S10 compact directional valve can operate as two independent valves in a single body, or in conjunction with its RPS manifold can handle different pressures simultaneously. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (11 April 2003)
Smallest claim for fibre optic rotary joint
The Model 286 miniature fibre-optic rotary joint is a compact and lightweight device used to transfer high-speed data across rotational interfaces.
News from IDM Electronics (11 April 2003)
Quiet success for Rolls-Royce bearings
User Application Article Various bearings and assemblies from INA are used on the new Rolls-Royce Phantom. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (11 April 2003)
Controllers integrate factory floor with the web
The Blue Fusion 5100 series combines fully configurable I/O, motion control, and HMI support with direct device-to enterprise connectivity in a compact DIN-rail-mountable package. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (11 April 2003)
Couplings claim virtually infinite operating life
John Crane has a novel coupling solution to suit a wide variety of demanding industrial applications.
News from Crane (11 April 2003)
Heated cylinder handles sub-zero applications
The latest addition to the KV Ultraline series of rodless cylinders is a novel heated cylinder that can operate effectively at temperatures as low as -40C.
News from KV (11 April 2003)
More than a simple jaw coupling
Modern jaw couplings used for connecting shafts at low cost can now be used for more complex applications. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (11 April 2003)
Inverters go back to basics
By cutting out non-essential features, the Lenze smd range of inverters brings new economy to 25% of the inverter market. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (11 April 2003)
Geared motors help deliver perfect java
User Application Article One of the most innovative developments in the beverage market for years is employing the high-torque, high efficiency and long life operating benefits of Lenze's GKS geared motor technology. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (11 April 2003)
Composite provides super integrated door module
User Application Article Verton MFX long-glass-fibre-reinforced polypropylene composite is central to the 'first of its type' door module carrier in the all new Mazda 6 series mid-size car launched in Europe in January 2003.
News from LNP Engineering Plastics Europe (11 April 2003)
Bleak look to automotive sector
Employment prospects in the UK's automotive industry are at their lowest Q2 balance for the sector since 1999, according to the UK's longest running survey of employment trends.
News from Manpower (11 April 2003)
Bespoke components for the mining industry
The huge interest generated at Hillhead 2001 meant Leicester based Nylacast did not hesitate in booking a space at Hillhead 2003.
News from Nylacast (11 April 2003)
Plastic bearings for the construction industry
Nylacast will be exhibiting at SED for the 5th consecutive year, and finds itself in their strongest market position yet.
News from Nylacast (11 April 2003)
Trapped roller freewheel clutches drop in
Renold Clutches and Couplings has a new range of trapped roller freewheel clutches.
News from Renold Clutches and Couplings (11 April 2003)
VSD uses vector control for demanding applications
The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 with vector control is an easy-to-use variable speed drive that provides high-performance speed and torque regulation yet is only half the size of similar products.
News from Rockwell Automation (11 April 2003)
Split roller bearings cut paper plant downtime
User Application Article SRB split roller bearings are providing both design and plant engineers within the paper industry with a solution which both simplifies and expedites bearing replacement. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (11 April 2003)
Coatings provide low wettability surface
Nanosol has recently relaunched its range of "easy to clean" coatings.
News from Photonics and Analytical Marketing (11 April 2003)
Lower pricing for load-break switches
ABB has relaunched its OTP range of three-, four- and six-pole load-break switches from 16 to 800A in high quality IP65-rated grey plastic enclosures at a new lower list price.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (10 April 2003)
Inventor plays role in landmine clearance
User Application Article Pearson Engineering has purchased 20 seats of the Autodesk Inventor Series software package to create precise 3D models of its complete range of humanitarian and military landmine clearance equipment.
News from Autodesk (10 April 2003)
Tester firmware supports latest regulations
The PAT4 portable appliance tester now comes preprogrammed with test limits in line with the latest IEE Code of Practice for in-service inspection and test of electrical equipment. Brochure Available
News from Megger (10 April 2003)
International interest in stainless solutions
Delegates from France, Germany, Belgium, Finland, Italy and Switzerland were among the 145 who attended the "Stainless solutions for a sustainable future" Conference last week.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (10 April 2003)
Emergency stop unit is self-monitoring
Developed by BTI, the AWAX26XXL is a multipurpose, self-monitoring unit for emergency stop systems and all types of safety switches with at least two closing contacts.
News from Comitronic (10 April 2003)
HMIs come with optional embedded PCs
Beckhoff has expanded its HMI control panel range to include models with 6.5, 18.1 and 20.1in screens, each with the option of embedded PC functionality.
News from Hayes Control Systems (10 April 2003)
Noise and Vibration Engineering Group meeting
The Noise and Vibration Engineering Group of the Institute of Acoustics is to hold its inaugural meeting in Coventry, in May 2003. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (10 April 2003)
I/O systems aid drive integration
Complementing its existing servo and inverter drives, at the Drives and Controls show Lenze will release two new I/O systems with features to suit all applications in drive-based automation. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (10 April 2003)
Lenses boost image recognition performance
Moritex Europe has a new generation of megapixel lenses that provide state-of-the-art high contrast image recognition.
News from Moritex Europe (10 April 2003)
Green recognition for bearings plant
NTN Transmissions Europe has been certified to ISO14001, attesting its plant respects environmental standards in conformity with its environmental policy.
News from NTN Bearings (UK) (10 April 2003)
Modular supplies gain battery backup option
A new battery backup block means that it is now easy to assemble compact and cost-effective 24V DC power supplies which will continue to operate during mains failures. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (10 April 2003)
I/O modules handle the harsh life
Fieldline fieldbus I/O modules are suitable for direct mounting onto machines and plant in even the harshest environments.
News from Phoenix Contact (10 April 2003)
Short-stroke transducers are submersible
The short-stroke DCW range of LVDTs answers the demand for a truly submersible transducer to measure small displacement variations. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (10 April 2003)
Website simplifies enclosure specification
Sarel reckons its new website makes it easier than ever to choose the best and most economical enclosure solution for virtually any application.
News from Sarel (10 April 2003)
Replacement steam traps allow big savings
User Application Article Surveys of the steam system at Great Lakes Chemicals' Trafford Park site in Manchester have led to substantial energy savings and improvements in maintenance procedures.
News from Spirax Sarco (10 April 2003)
Expansion creates full set of processes
Toolcraft Plastics of Swindon has recently extended its existing toolmaking, injection moulding and vacuum forming facilities with blow moulding and extrusion facilities.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) (10 April 2003)
ATEX safety lamp range goes on show
Visiting Stand G50 at the Safety and Health Expo 2003 will be the final opportunity to see the Wolf ATEX safety lamp range on exhibition, before the EC Directive 94/9/EC becomes a legal requirement.
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (10 April 2003)
Quoting facility cuts days off development cycle
Instant quoting capability to be provided within recently introduced ASP service.
News from Quickparts (10 April 2003)
Memsic purchases land for large Chinese plant
Memsic hopes its planned Chinese plant will allow it to slash prices while maintaining high quality.
News from Memsic (10 April 2003)
Servo drive squeezes more out of motors
The MicroFlex brushless AC servo drive provides OEMs with the means to squeeze extra performance out of motion machinery - while also trimming costs. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK ( 9 April 2003)
Light works on new Vectra production line
User Application Article Cooper Lighting and Security has supplied over a thousand specially developed luminaires for the new Vectra production line at Vauxhall Motors in Ellesmere Port.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety ( 9 April 2003)
R and D centre focuses on laser welding
Corus is commissioning a new research and development facility for studying the next generation of automotive laser welding and brazing techniques. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive ( 9 April 2003)
Loggers take the strain of construction
User Application Article Technotrade Structural Services uses the Datataker logging system to provide strain, deflection and movement data in the construction industry.
News from dataTaker ( 9 April 2003)
Valves apply constant volumetric control
CVC (constant volumetric control) technology is a new system for flow control.
News from ESE ( 9 April 2003)
Level switches offer minimal intrusion
Fozmula has a new range of miniature float level switches.
News from Fozmula ( 9 April 2003)
Recruitment specialist becomes Investor in People
GoJobsite has been recognised as an Investor in People organisation.
News from Jobsite ( 9 April 2003)
Middlesbrough MP to deliver keynote speech
Manufacturing Excellence will bring expertise and speakers from around the world, to discuss how modern automation techniques improve the performance of process industry manufacturing plant.
News from Emerson Process Management - User Events ( 9 April 2003)
Real-time solution for motion control
Profibus International has begun work on the development of a high-performance real-time solution for highly dynamic motion control applications under Profinet.
News from Profibus Group ( 9 April 2003)
Server allows remote management of shop-floor PLCs
The new industrial device server from Sena Technologies can be used to manage shop-floor PLCs over a standard TCP/IP network.
News from Sena Technologies ( 9 April 2003)
Sensor measures vehicle ride height on the move
A new version of the successful M5 Series laser optical triangulation sensor is specifically designed to monitor active body height on moving road or rail vehicles.
News from Sensors UK ( 9 April 2003)
Top performance from budget microscope
The latest budget microscope from Olympus is the CX21 - representing a substantial improvement in optical performance on its predecessors. Brochure Available
News from Olympus Industrial ( 9 April 2003)
Land Rover gears up for next-generation 4x4
ABB has won an order with Ford's Premier Automotive Group to supply 186 industrial robots to Land Rover. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 8 April 2003)
Rugged stepper keeps torque under control
Astrosyn has a new heavy duty stepper motor for high torque applications in industrial machinery.
News from Astrosyn International Technology ( 8 April 2003)
Blast from the past
Technical Background Article Michael Harris, MD of Bizerba UK, considers the likely impact of the new ATEX Directive on equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres and argues in favour of a pre-emptive strategy.
News from Bizerba UK ( 8 April 2003)
Compressors hit Northern Irish market
Hillsboro Pneumatics has been awarded the dealership for Boge Compressors' comprehensive range of air compressors and compressed air equipment for Northern Ireland. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors ( 8 April 2003)
Boards keep safety in the picture
To maximise the impact of safety warnings when personnel are working on dangerous machinery, Castell Iso-Lok has introduced a line of highly visible safety information boards.
News from Castell Iso-Lok ( 8 April 2003)
Asset software prompts for maintanance
SmartPart asset software can be applied to a wide variety of assets - not just the pumps and rotating equipment for which it was originally developed.
News from Ceetak Engineering ( 8 April 2003)
Zinc-free hydraulic oils for green performance
Technical Background Article Steve Travell, a technical services adviser for Castrol Industrial, examines the compelling reasons why hydraulic engineers should specify zinc-free hydraulic oils.
News from Castrol UK ( 8 April 2003)
Shrinking gas sensors point to smaller detectors
The revolutionary Micropel 75 gas sensor is four times smaller than any other sensor available, and also 95% lighter.
News from City Technology ( 8 April 2003)
Software keeps track on Norwegian valves
User Application Article Emerson Process Management and Bjorge Solberg and Andersen have established a control valve diagnostic centre to monitor control valve performance on the Norsk Hydro, Oseberg platform.
News from Emerson Process Management - Asset Optimization ( 8 April 2003)
World's largest Foundation fieldbus installation
Shanghai Secco Petrochemicals Co has awarded a $30 million project to Emerson Process Management, to serve as the main instrument vendor for the world's most highly optimised petrochemical facility.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry ( 8 April 2003)
German patents go online
Patdpafull is a full-text patent database providing German language access to German patent and utility documents in all technologies. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe ( 8 April 2003)
Portable recorder keeps track of mains supplies
Following its acquisition of Reliable Power Meters (RPM), Fluke now offers a powerful portable single- and three-phase electrical power recorder. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 8 April 2003)
CFD upgrade improves automotive modelling
The latest version of Fluent brings new possibilities for modelling fuel injectors, IC engines, valves, and other moving equipment with its dynamic mesh modelling capability.
News from Fluent ( 8 April 2003)
Waterjet cutting speeds toolmaking
User Application Article The acquisition of an Ingersoll-Rand powered Waterjet Sweden cutting machine has given Harper and Simmons the biggest advance in reducing lead times in recent years.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems ( 8 April 2003)
Waterjet cutting speeds toolmaking
The acquisition of an Ingersoll-Rand powered Waterjet Sweden cutting machine has given Harper and Simmons the biggest advance in reducing lead times in recent years.
News from Ingersoll-Rand European Sales ( 8 April 2003)
Cooper takes on switchgear and busbars
Moeller Electric has appointed David Cooper as Divisional Manager of its UK Systems Division.
News from Moeller Electric ( 8 April 2003)
Online measurement keeps sticky tapes sticky
User Application Article NDC Infrared Engineering's 6100TC system is being used by Irish based Coatings and Technical Tapes to measure adhesive coating thickness accurately and reduce coat weight variations.
News from NDC Infrared Engineering ( 8 April 2003)
Factory programming option for low-cost stepper
Rotalink has extended its range of low-cost stepper motor drives with a new programmable model for unipolar, six-lead motors, capable of providing 24V at 1A.
News from Rotalink ( 8 April 2003)
Analyser checks for oxygen leakage
User Application Article Systech Instrument's oxygen permeation analysers are used at DuPont Teijin Films' Global Research Centre on Teesside to monitor the performance of Mylar packaging film.
News from Systech Instruments ( 8 April 2003)
Roadshows take ATEX Directive to the regions
Sira Test and Certification has sponsored the IML HazardEx in the Regions roadshows for 2003.
News from Sira ( 8 April 2003)
Novel seal improves bearing performance
SKF originally developed its "hammer seal lip" seal concept to meet the demanding requirements of applications such as car alternators and power tools. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 8 April 2003)
Aerospace manufacturer adds metal treatments
User Application Article When aerospace component supplier Harmon Manufacturing decided to expand its capabilities into surface treatments, it selected Surface Dynamics to supply automated shot peening equipment.
News from Surface Dynamics ( 8 April 2003)
System extends balancing benefits
A new semi-automatic grinding wheel balancing system provides accurate grinding wheel balancing to the wide range of applications that don't demand the speed or accuracy of a fully automatic system. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe ( 8 April 2003)
Force sensors can be cut to length
New from Tekscan is the FlexiForce A201 sensor.
News from Tekscan ( 8 April 2003)
Transformers aid in green energy strategy
User Application Article Clarke Energy has a reputation for green energy solutions, and has been buying Winder equipment for seven years.
News from Winder ( 8 April 2003)
Sensorless control for brushless DC motors
A new designers' kit simplifies the development of sensorless control of brushless DC motors.
News from Agile Systems ( 7 April 2003)
Custom switches feature up to three floats
The RF industrial range of magnetic reed switch float switches can be supplied with one, two or three float switches fitted within a total stem length not exceeding 1800mm.
News from Active Switch and Sensor ( 7 April 2003)
Stainless-steel switch goes either way
Active Switch and Sensor has increased its range of float switches with the introduction of new horizontal and vertically mounted switches.
News from Active Switch and Sensor ( 7 April 2003)
Simulation optimises exhaust gas treatment
The introduction of more stringent European and worldwide standards for engine emissions steadily increases the effort to develop new exhaust after-treatment systems.
News from AVL List ( 7 April 2003)
No spills for lightweight quick coupling
NSH Series couplings provide the first lightweight, durable and economical alternative for low-pressure applications where chemical resistance and non-spill disconnects are critical requirements.
News from Colder Products ( 7 April 2003)
Coupling is missing link in closed-loop cooling
The RPN rack and panel non-spill quick coupling makes closed-loop liquid cooling safe and easy for delicate, expensive, electronic closures.
News from Colder Products ( 7 April 2003)
Decentral drive has infinitely variable speed
Eta Solution Series K geared motors comprise a combination of spur-geared, flat-geared, bevel-geared and worm-geared motors with an integrated frequency converter mounted directly to the motor.
News from Danfoss Drives ( 7 April 2003)
Read all about stepper motors and drive units
Sanyo Denki has published new catalogues for its ranges of two- and three-phase stepper motors and drive units. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 7 April 2003)
Fluid conditioner protects racing transmissions
User Application Article Magnom technology has been adopted by a leading Formula 1 team to protect its performance transmission.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems ( 7 April 2003)
DMM comes bundled with acquisition software
Fluke has released a new kit comprising its top-of-the-range true-RMS digital multimeter and powerful software designed to log, store and analyse data. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 7 April 2003)
Monitors company invests for growth in the UK
Global Display Solutions has relocated its UK-based operation into new premises.
News from GDS ( 7 April 2003)
Virtual prototyping keeps Renault quiet
User Application Article Renault is investing in a multiple installation of LMS Virtual.Lab virtual prototyping software for engine acoustics to support its power train and vehicle engineering activities. Brochure Available
News from LMS International ( 7 April 2003)
Acquisition system at Environmental Technology
Lowe Engineering will demonstrate the latest version of its CEMData acquisition and report generation at next week's Environmental Technology exhibition at the UK NEC.
News from Lowe Engineering ( 7 April 2003)
Monitor takes 16 temperatures at once
The Omniwatch temperature monitoring system can monitor 16 temperatures simultaneously, with no multiplexing and no rotary switches. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) ( 7 April 2003)
Acquisition system takes on Hart-enabled devices
Omniflex Automation Products has released a Hart network interface module for its highly successful Maxiflex 1000 Series data acquisition system. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) ( 7 April 2003)
Range makes lightning protection easy
The Trabtech range of surge protection products provide comprehensive protection against the effects of lightning-induced power surges without the need for inconvenient decoupling systems.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 7 April 2003)
Coating improves dash panel thermal insulation
User Application Article Poeton Industries has been working with Daimler-Chrysler PVO Group investigating the use of its Apticote Keronite 3250S in the front of dash panel on the redesigned Dodge Viper sports car.
News from Poeton Industries ( 7 April 2003)
Seminars make light work of Profibus
Dates and venues have now been set for the 2003 series of "Profibus made easy" seminars organised by Profibus UK.
News from Profibus Group ( 7 April 2003)
Scanner keeps assembly in sequence
The PartScan PS7600 part selection and verification scanner from Scientific Technologies is specifically designed for monitoring bins in sequential assembly applications.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 7 April 2003)
Ford to add reality to UK research
SGI has secured a contract for a new SGI Reality Centre facility at Ford's Dunton Technical Centre in the UK.
News from SGI (Silicon Graphics) ( 7 April 2003)
Package keeps track of maintenance
FastMaint 3.1 is a Microsoft Windows based computerised maintenance management solution.
News from SMGlobal ( 7 April 2003)
Customer survey confirms satisfaction
Following the upgrade of Texcel's quality system to ISO9001:2000 the company has concluded its first full-scale customer survey.
News from Texcel Technology ( 7 April 2003)
Valve range includes specialised designs
New from UK Process Valves is the Fluval API600 range of gate, globe and check valves.
News from UK Process Valves ( 7 April 2003)
Pumps feature FDA-approved hoses
The Vector Series of sanitary-grade rugged peristaltic pumps feature FDA approved Varprene or PharMed hoses for trouble-free operation in food and pharmaceutical applications.
News from Wanner Engineering ( 7 April 2003)
Levelling feet mount in plastic inserts
The new Wixroyd standard parts handbook includes a significant expansion of the company's levelling feet, both fixed and articulating.
News from Wixroyd International ( 7 April 2003)
Plus expand to seal
Wixroyd Expander sealing plugs are used to seal cross-drilled holes in fluid power components without sealing compounds, threading, or costly machining necessary with other sealing methods.
News from Wixroyd International ( 7 April 2003)
Lens testing system answers tough questions
Wells Research and Development has entered into a strategic partnership with Thorlabs to launch the new OpticStudio lens testing system.
News from Wells Research and Development ( 7 April 2003)
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