News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 15 June
to Saturday 21 June 2003
Sensor interface integrates its own web server
The Ethernet based SensorBlock is a simple, inexpensive way to monitor a wide range of sensors using a web-browser over an intranet or the Internet.
News from Audon Electronics (20 June 2003)
Spanish motor plant nears completion
There are only two months to go until the transfer of the AEG Electric Motor factory to the new site in Terrassa, Spain.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (20 June 2003)
Wireless links handle serial or Ethernet
A new line of industrial wireless modems is designed to maximise network flexibility, reliability and performance in industrial control applications.
News from ATS International (20 June 2003)
Encoder improves measurement accuracy
Sony Precision Technology has developed completely new manufacturing techniques and new materials to take the well proven Magnescale measuring system a significant leap forward.
News from Axis Group (20 June 2003)
Temperature switch looks after itself
A new electronic temperature switch integrates self-monitoring functions to withstand the harsh operating conditions found in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, machine tools and injection moulding. Brochure Available
News from Barksdale Control Products (20 June 2003)
Procter and Gamble has vision for the future
User Application Article Procter and Gamble has expanded its use of machine vision systems at its production unit in Blois, France, which manufactures shampoo bottles for brands such as Pantene and Head and Shoulders. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (20 June 2003)
Amplifier combines performance with economy
The ICA5 analogue "in-cell" strain gauge amplifier is designed to be fitted close to the strain gauge in a load cell in order to provide a reliable, low-noise, cost-effective solution. Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (20 June 2003)
Sensor shows evidence of pipe corrosion
A novel corrosion monitoring device for HVAC and process water installs directly into any piping system or tank, and provides a "real world" assessment of corrosion activity.
News from CorrView International (20 June 2003)
Software investment boosts electrical supply
CSE Industrial Electrical Distributors has invested in upgrading its IT infrastructure in an effort to deliver even better customer service to its clients.
News from CSE Industrial Electrical Distributors (20 June 2003)
Newsletter available online
The latest DSM Somos newsletter is now available from the company's website. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (20 June 2003)
Complete system for tube welding
A novel complete tube-welding system comprises a new range of A21 PRH enclosed tube welding tools, high-quality mechanised TIG welding sources, and a parameter documentation printer. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (20 June 2003)
Modular valve manifolds save assembly space
Smart Cubic modular valve manifolds (CPA-SC) are aimed primarily at semiconductor, electrical and light mechanical assembly applications. Brochure Available
News from Festo (20 June 2003)
Budget price for high-temperature float switch
The high-temperature LV30 series float level switch is an ideal choice for relatively clean water, diluted chemical or petroleum-based liquids with non-coating and/or scaling characteristics.
News from Flowline (20 June 2003)
Solution casts a spell over aluminium testing
User Application Article Lloyd Instruments has been chosen by Pechiney for a pioneering testing solution to examine the strength characteristics of aluminium during casting.
News from Lloyd Instruments (20 June 2003)
Hydraulic motor performance enhanced
The Molitech hydraulic motor design provides a practical technological solution to medium-pressure, high-torque, high-efficiency drive for general industrial, marine and aircraft applications.
News from Hydraulic Concepts (20 June 2003)
Solutions for skills shortages
This summer sees the graduation of students from new three-year engineering degree courses aimed specifically at meeting the needs of employers for individuals who can hit the road running.
News from Institution of Incorporated Engineers (20 June 2003)
Injectable packings reduce downtime
Three new injectable compression packings developed by James Walker will save valuable downtime when repacking glands on centrifugal pumps and other rotary plant. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (20 June 2003)
Press and Shear becomes main agent
Jetcam International has appointed Press and Shear as the main agent for its range of sheet-metal CADCAM products.
News from Jetcam International (20 June 2003)
CCD detection systems go to low levels
The Symphony line of CCD array detection systems has been designed for extremely low-signal-level detection, or ultra-high-speed acquisitions required in time domain spectroscopy.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (20 June 2003)
Hydraulic breaker assisted by novel springs
User Application Article A revolutionary design of excavator-mounted hydraulic breaker incorporates equally ground-breaking PowerSpring technology. Brochure Available
News from Lee Spring (20 June 2003)
Distributor takes pumps to Texas
Hastik-Baymont has been appointed as a distributor for Netzsch positive displacement pumps in the Houston and Gulf Coast Texas territories.
News from Netzsch Pumps (20 June 2003)
Custom flexibility for a hot application
User Application Article On occasions customers wish to use control valves, actuators, drive cylinders and other components for purposes that could potentially push these devices beyond their design limits.
News from Norgren (20 June 2003)
Purnell takes charge of UK and Ireland
Orbimatic has appointed Steve Purnell as General Manager for the UK and Ireland, following the recent expansion of its UK Office.
News from Orbimatic (20 June 2003)
Valves and cylinders control compressed air dryers
User Application Article Parker Pneumatic cylinders and valves have been specified for the control of process and regeneration air on the new Domnick Hunter Pneudri heat of compression compressed air dryers. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (20 June 2003)
Fluid handling system streamlines keg washing
The PDX fluid handling system is maintenance-free, is intrinsically safe, has no moving parts, wear parts or seals, and can operate extremely energy efficiently.
News from Pursuit Dynamics (20 June 2003)
Range provides "basic" ultrasonic measurement
Blackbox is a newly launched component ultrasonic level measurement range from Pulsar Process Measurement. Brochure Available
News from Pulsar Process Measurement (20 June 2003)
Staffordshire company passes the solutions test
Staffordshire based FMA Process Engineering is the first company in the UK to achieve the status of Certified Siemens Solution Provider.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
Sensor is a specialist for data matrix code
The Simatic VS 130 is a rugged and easy to use image processing sensor which reads data matrix code efficiently.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
CPUs advance compact controller technology
Six new compact CPUs for Simatic S7-300 controllers feature a series of new functions and improved performance.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
Mushroom clouds over E-stop selection
Technical Background Article Since 1992, the European Community's Machinery Safety Standard for emergency stop equipment, BS EN418, should have become the industrial norm but Paul Easton is concerned that this is not the case.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
Web pad helps keep plants rolling
The Mobic T8 is a rugged web pad that uses the instant-on Windows CE operating system and a multitude of communications technologies - several of which are wireless.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
Water industry overload protection
User Application Article The Department of Regional Development in Northern Ireland (Water Services Division) has installed 41 Siemens Simocode units as part of a wastewater treatment facility for the city of Newry.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
Soft starter replaces variable speed drive
User Application Article The latest in soft starts is being used as an alternative to variable speed drives in a water supply pumping application.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (20 June 2003)
Software tracks preventive maintenance
FastMaint 3.2 is a Windows-based computerised maintenance management solution (CMMS).
News from SMGlobal (20 June 2003)
Increased protection from instrumentation tubing
Swagelok Company now offers two new lines of instrumentation tubing: insulated tubing and jacketed tubing.
News from Swagelok (20 June 2003)
Old boy funds new school technology
User Application Article Balderstone Technology College has purchased three multipurpose machining centres for resistant materials and electronics and a library of special operating software. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (20 June 2003)
Kestrel keeps blood-processing devices in spec
User Application Article Gambro BCT is using a Kestrel non-contact measuring system to measure and inspect a wide range of medical device components as well as mould tools used in their manufacture. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (20 June 2003)
Measurement portfolio gains systems dimension
Wessex Metrology has added industrial strength sensing systems to its portfolio of effective engineering measurement solutions.
News from Wessex Metrology (20 June 2003)
Coolers take the heat out of machining
A new range of oil coolers provides the optimum control of heat to ensure improved machine tool performance in the face of ever increasing demands for higher speed operation and improved precision. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (20 June 2003)
Licence adds automotive support
Actify has licensed PLM Vis software from the PLM Solutions division of global services leader EDS to enable its SpinFire family of products to support the PLM Vis JT data format.
News from Actify (19 June 2003)
FEA packages gain solid modelling
Algor and Alibre have combined to offer a parametric, feature-based modelling system for creating 3D solid parts and assemblies within all Algor Professional core packages.
News from Algor (19 June 2003)
Engine designs recognised in top ten
The engines on Ward's Auto World's 10 best engines may have come from America, Germany and Japan, but some of the brains behind the brawn have roots in Austria.
News from AVL List (19 June 2003)
Valve controller interfaces with safety systems
Burkert Fluid Control Systems has introduced an AS-i version of its Mini TOP compact on/off control head. Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (19 June 2003)
Faster e-learning for MCAD and PLM
Cadpo has focused enhancements to improve ease of use, speed learning and increase retention rates for its i.get.it e-learning product.
News from iKnowledge Solutions (19 June 2003)
System keeps track of product part numbers
Design Chain Associates has devised an internal part numbering (IPN) system standard for use by PLM/PDM companies and their discrete manufacturing customers.
News from Design Chain Associates (19 June 2003)
Agreement on new standards for registration
The Engineering Council (UK) has published the specification for the standards which will replace SARTOR 97 as the basis for recognising Professional Engineers and Engineering Technicians in the UK.
News from Engineering Council (19 June 2003)
Handheld communicator talks to fieldbus
The 375 Field Communicator enables users to configure and maintain all their instruments and valves with one intrinsically safe, ATEX-compliant handheld communicator.
News from Emerson Process Management - Asset Optimization (19 June 2003)
Fasteners board Swedish-built buses
User Application Article A UK manufacturing company is to set continue its 25-year working relationship with Sweden's largest bus producer, based literally on the strength of its product. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (19 June 2003)
Connector comes from nuclear project
Lemo developed its new "05" miniature high-voltage connector to meet the requirements of the Atlas experimental nuclear research programme at CERN.
News from Lemo UK (19 June 2003)
Lenses put sensors in the picture
The compact high-performance ML-N series of lenses is ideal for use with picture sensors in shape recognition applications.
News from Moritex Europe (19 June 2003)
Seminar highlights plastics technologies
Successful companies in the plastics industry are investing in the latest technologies to enhance product quality while reducing costs both in production and assembly and reducing time to market.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (19 June 2003)
Ton up in the West Midlands
Rapra Technology has successfully completed its 100th piece of work for the British Government's Manufacturing Advisory Service West Midlands (MAS-WM).
News from Smithers Rapra (19 June 2003)
Acquisition brings full range of encoders
Erwin Sick has launched a full range of industrial encoder products to be marketed under the brand name Sick-Stegmann.
News from Sick (UK) (19 June 2003)
HMIs - the state of the art and the future
Technical Background Article As the world of machinery and process automation is evolving, so is the terminology, says Anthony Mayall.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (19 June 2003)
UK's largest aggregate quarry automates
User Application Article To achieve new production targets set for Dove Holes, RMC asked systems integration specialist Dickinson Integrated Solutions to review two separate process control projects planned for the site.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (19 June 2003)
Modified light barriers aren't fooled by vapour
User Application Article Safety continues to be a high priority for industry, and some applications with unusual ambient conditions require special attention.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (19 June 2003)
Powerful controller CPU takes on motion control
The 317T-2 DP is a powerful new CPU for Siemens Simatic-S7 300 controllers, with the added benefit of integrated motion control functionality.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (19 June 2003)
Monitor takes charge of rack installations
The Hawk-I is an advanced manufacturer-independent, rack monitoring and management device.
News from Sinetica Corp (19 June 2003)
Solenoids provide 22 years of service
User Application Article GWK has been using Isliker solenoids for 22 years in its range of automatic sheet stackers.
News from Stephenson Gobin (19 June 2003)
Telemecanique supports young driver
The motor racing career of Ben Winrow who, at just 18, is one of Britain's youngest racing drivers, continues to go from strength to strength, thanks to support from Telemecanique.
News from Schneider Electric (19 June 2003)
Polymer lightens up hygenic conveyors
User Application Article Yamakyu Chain Co of Tokyo, has selected Victrex Peek polymer as the material of choice for its slat band chains for conveyor systems.
News from Victrex (19 June 2003)
Terminal blocks bring high-current cables onboard
Weidmuller's new LUP terminal block extends its Powermate PCB range with heavy-duty power input terminals rated up to 76A/1000V (VDE) 60A/600V (UL1059) for large-cross-section conductors.
News from Weidmuller (UK) (19 June 2003)
Jargon buster cuts through the ATEX jungle
ABB has published an "ATEX jargon buster" that helps motor users cut through the jungle of terms and definitions that make up the new ATEX Directives.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (18 June 2003)
One tool solves a wide range of problems
User Application Article McCann Science uses Mathcad for calculation, modelling and communication. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (18 June 2003)
Motion controller provides full automation
Automation 3200 is the first high-performance software-only motion, vision, PLC, robotics and I/O digital automation platform that offers from 1-to-32 axes of synchronised motion control. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (18 June 2003)
Chokes for cost-sensitive lighting
Almag has developed a new "economy" range of light dimmer chokes, with 99 choke types suitable for very cost conscious 1 to 4kW dimmers.
News from Almag Division, Carnhill Transformers (18 June 2003)
Student design wins aircraft award
Coventry University student Chris Brown recently soared to success winning the Aircraft Design and Handling Competition 2003.
News from Coventry University (18 June 2003)
Student racing team to show its mettle
Corus is again supporting one of the country's leading student motor-racing teams - the Birmingham University entry in the 2003 International Formula Student programme. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (18 June 2003)
Upgrade supports latest Inventor users
Cyco AutoManager Meridian 2003b and Cyco AutoManager TeamWork 2003b offer full support for Autodesk Inventor 7.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (18 June 2003)
DTI scheme spawns award
In the second Electronics Industry Design Awards a UK SME will be awarded the Special Judges Award for its new modular communications system.
News from DTI Electronics Design Programme (18 June 2003)
Thick-film heaters provide rapid response
Available now from Davidon Industries is a range of thick-film heated elements manufactured in The Netherlands by Ferro Techniek.
News from Davidon Industries (18 June 2003)
Modelling takes on noise management
A new noise management tool quickly and easily creates and maintains electronic models of the acoustic environment of a geographical area for the prediction and control of outdoor noise.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (18 June 2003)
Big cheese contract awarded
Arla Falkenberg, the Swedish cheese producer, has awarded Invensys APV a contract valued at Eur 4.5 million to design and install a new cheese production line.
News from APV (18 June 2003)
Move consolidates business operations
Kardex Systems has relocated its UK headquarters to Epping in Essex, in a move to consolidate all its functions under one roof.
News from Kardex Systems (18 June 2003)
Spline shafts now available in steel
Featuring three times the stiffness of Kerk's aluminium spline shafts, the company's steel spline shafts are designed for heavier side loads and applications with rough handling.
News from Kerk Motion Products (18 June 2003)
Economy and efficiency for revised cable reels
Metool Products has completed a comprehensive re-engineering of its range of spring-operated cable reels, making all designs simpler, more efficient and more economical.
News from Kabelschlepp Metool (18 June 2003)
Low-cost multimeters take to the field
The Meterman 30XR digital multimeter is an ideal test tool for general-purpose electrical work.
News from Meterman Test Tools (18 June 2003)
Through-panel terminals ease field wiring
User Application Article Invertek Drives has adopted Phoenix Contact's unique through-panel terminals in its latest products, to provide convenient and reliable connections for external wiring.
News from Phoenix Contact (18 June 2003)
Rack security system uses RFID to control access
Rittal's access control systems for IT enclosures protect passive network components as well as valuable servers against damage and theft. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (18 June 2003)
Curtain is cost effective for low risks
The MiniProtect MP2100 protective light curtain provides reliable, cost effective Type 2 (IEC 61496-1, -2) guarding on equipment where low risk factors have been assessed.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (18 June 2003)
Fatigue analysis aids mathematical simulation
User Application Article Safe Technology's newly released fe-safe LE suite of fatigue analysis software for finite element models is to be incorporated into the mathematical simulation software AVL Excite.
News from Safe Technology (18 June 2003)
Why use two buses when one will do two jobs?
Technical Background Article Many engineers have been calling for the development of a single bus system that can carry machine I/O data and motion control signals on a common cable - and now they have it.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 June 2003)
Controller links with industrial Ethernet
The new Simatic Net CP 343-1 Ethernet communications processor is particularly easy to connect using RJ45 technology and it has been designed especially for TCP/IP communication.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 June 2003)
Control technology leads in photographic finish
User Application Article Siemens Automation and Drives has recently supplied equipment for the complete upgrading of a high-speed lithoplate cut-to-length facility.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 June 2003)
Industrial PCs gain robust safety
Siemens Automation and Drives (A and D) has successively equipped its Simatic industrial PCs with additional safety functions to increase system availability even further.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 June 2003)
Automation speeds mattress manufacture
User Application Article The concept of Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) was recently used as part of a project to automate the production of mattresses at MPT group.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 June 2003)
Two buy in to expand control expertise
The Sorion Electronics team has been significantly strengthened with the addition of two new directors.
News from Sorion Electronics (18 June 2003)
Linear motion system for electronics assembly
The KRE is an integrated ready-to-use linear motion package designed for use in a wide range of electronics applications including the production and handling of components and pick and place systems.
News from THK UK (18 June 2003)
Sheet metal joints with threads solve problems
Blind rivet nuts can be used to crimp together two sheets of material and provide a re-usable thread.
News from Torque Control (18 June 2003)
Novel technique produces tools faster
Truflo Air Movement has developed a revolutionary new technique that uses laser cutting to produce laminated steel press tools as a fast, inexpensive alternative to conventional machined tools.
News from Truflo Air Movement (18 June 2003)
Contract takes pumps to Newcastle
Wilo Salmson Pumps has won a contract to supply ABB (Building Systems) with a range of high-quality inline pumps and pressurisation units for an Inland Revenue office development in Newcastle.
News from Wilo (UK) (18 June 2003)
Mid-sized units boost planetary range
Alpha Gear Drives has expanded its LP line of economy planetary gearheads for general motion control.
News from Alpha Gear Drives (17 June 2003)
Electrical engineering design software workshops
Aucotec is holding a series of presentation workshops demonstrating the increased productivity of ELCAD 7 electrical engineering design software. Brochure Available
News from Aucotec (17 June 2003)
Newsletter features case studies in motion control
Motion Intelligence is a free newsletter that provides motion control engineering ideas using interesting case studies. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (17 June 2003)
Infra-red camera turns to machine vision
The Jade UC is a new affordable infra-red camera designed for harsh industrial environments. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (17 June 2003)
Range expands application of polyurethane seals
Ceetak has an extended range of polyurethane sealing compounds specially developed by Parker Worldwide Seal Group.
News from Ceetak (17 June 2003)
"Cool and sexy" bus design on show
A group of Coventry University transport design students have designed a "cool and sexy" new double-decker bus for London to replace the traditional red Routemaster buses.
News from Coventry University (17 June 2003)
SLA systems speed hearing-aid production
User Application Article Danish hearing aid manufacturer Widex has acquired multiple Viper SLA systems for custom manufacturing of "in-the-ear" hearing aids.
News from 3D Systems Europe (17 June 2003)
All afloat with product development software
User Application Article Sunseeker International has recently implemented the Unigraphics NX collaborative product development and manufacturing software suite at its shipyard headquarters on the UK's south coast.
News from Siemens PLM Software (17 June 2003)
German laser sintering specialist sets up in UK
A UK subsidiary has been formed by German laser-sintering specialist EOS.
News from EOS Electro Optical Systems (UK) (17 June 2003)
Software gains web access to field devices
Version 6.1 of AMS is a key technology of Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture.
News from Emerson Process Management - Asset Optimization (17 June 2003)
Sweeney moves up to Senior VP
Foster Wheeler USA Corp has appointed Charles Sweeney as Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations, for its southwest operations in Houston, Texas.
News from Foster Wheeler (17 June 2003)
Auditor confirms recruitment website traffic
GoJobsite has recorded strong levels of traffic, confirmed by ABC Electronic, the UK's leading independent auditor of electronic media.
News from Jobsite (17 June 2003)
System provides ultimate critical safety control
Safety Manager PKS is the new safety system foundation for Honeywell's Process Knowledge Solution suite.
News from Honeywell Industry Solutions (17 June 2003)
Analysers aid power quality improvement
The 800 Series of power analysers from Ideal Industries provides a complete solution for measuring and analysing power quality and troubleshooting power quality problems. Brochure Available
News from Ideal Industries (UK) (17 June 2003)
Freezer monitor texts in case of power loss
User Application Article Staff at Hammersmith hospital now have peace of mind that their valuable samples are being reliably monitored 7 days a week 24 hours a day.
News from IPC Systems (17 June 2003)
Flameproof substation for Queensland colliery
i.Power Solutions has won a contract for a 4500kVA 11 to 3.3kV Exd flameproof substation for Queensland's Anglo Coal (Capcoal) - Southern Colliery.
News from i.Power Solutions (17 June 2003)
Newcastle base for Harvie
Chris Harvie is i.Power Solutions' new General Manager - New South Wales.
News from i.Power Solutions (17 June 2003)
Millington boosts NSW operation
i.Power Solutions has given a boost to its New South Wales business operations with the addition of Kevin Millington to the management team.
News from i.Power Solutions (17 June 2003)
Custom solutions for fluid sealing
James Walker is now supplying a wider-than-ever range of fluid sealing products and services. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (17 June 2003)
Software cracks data matrix codes in glass
The need to add data matrix codes to products manufactured from glass can be very challenging.
News from Laser Lines (Industrial and Medical) (17 June 2003)
Integrated solution for CMM based laser scanning
Scan 3.0 software is the driving force behind Metris' range of scanning solutions integrated on co-ordinate measurement machines.
News from Metris (17 June 2003)
New partnership in UK safety interlocks market
Netherlocks Safety Systems has appointed Trapped Key Interlocks as its UK distributor.
News from Netherlocks Safety Systems (17 June 2003)
Expansion boosts cylinder capacity
Dinacil, the Pedro Roquet factory for hydraulic cylinders, has now been extended for the second time since its initial construction in 2000.
News from Pedro Roquet (17 June 2003)
Oversubscribed conference sees book launch
Delegate places were 50% oversubscribed for the PICME annual conference on Thursday 5th June at Cranfield School of Management.
News from PICME (17 June 2003)
Busbar systems handle up to 3kA
SV busbar systems cater for power distribution needs ranging from 250 to 3000A. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (17 June 2003)
Optimal partner for Scada solutions
Siemens Automation and Drives has appointed Bristol based systems integrator Optimal as the only UK representative of the Simatic WinCC Professional User Group.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 June 2003)
ATEX compliance for distributed I/O system
The Simatic ET200iS is an intrinsically safe distributed I/O system designed specifically to meet the requirements of the ATEX Directive.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 June 2003)
PLCs gain fail-safe CPUs and software
Siemens Automation and Drives has added a series of new products to its Safety Integrated range.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 June 2003)
Wheels of power keep turning
Switch tripping units specially designed for the British Government are now available as part of the Slencrest range of high-quality products.
News from Slencrest (17 June 2003)
Assembly support for translation software
TransMagic has launched the R4 versions of its stand-alone 3D CAD translation software products, TransMagic and TransMagic Plus.
News from TransMagic (17 June 2003)
Closure caps protect during washdown
Eurofast closure caps are a novel way to protect unused ports on junction boxes or cordsets for applications such as washdown, food, chemical and pharmaceutical processing.
News from Turck (17 June 2003)
Programme allows early access to Borland
CenterSpace Software has entered the Borland Technology Partner programme.
News from CenterSpace Software (17 June 2003)
Radar-based tank gauging for the Bahamas
The Borco terminal in Freeport, Bahamas has ordered radar-based tank gauging for its 43 storage tanks.
News from Emerson Process Management (17 June 2003)
Tank ferrules machined to customer specification
Axium Process offers a range of 316L stainless-steel tank ferrules machined to customer specification.
News from Axium Process (16 June 2003)
Quarter century for Australian manufacturer
Amalgamated Instrument Co (AIC) celebrated its silver jubilee in May 2003.
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co (16 June 2003)
Standard products combine for multi-axis solutions
Multi-axis configurations based on standard products from Bayside Motion Group offer repeatability better than 2um and resolutions of less than 4um.
News from Parker Bayside (16 June 2003)
Novel pushchair showcases final-year design show
Coventry University student Rajdeep Dhaliwal has invented a new pushchair which makes climbing stairs child's play.
News from Coventry University (16 June 2003)
Catalogue details industrial handles
CTL Components has a new colour catalogue featuring the comprehensive range of industrial handles manufactured by German company Mentor.
News from CTL Components (16 June 2003)
World's highest capacity sizing station gears up
User Application Article The world's highest capacity mobile sizing station has just been commissioned in Australia, and it features no fewer than four Flender Power Transmission gear units.
News from Siemens Flender (16 June 2003)
No bull about novel blind riveting tools
A breakthrough in the design of a universal jaw mechanism for a new blind riveting tool enables different sizes and types of rivet to be easily accommodated.
News from Gesipa Blind Riveting Systems (16 June 2003)
PTFE gaskets are cost-effective alternative
Gylon Gen2 high-performance PTFE gasket material is the latest addition to the well-proven Gylon range of gasketing materials and provides a cost-effective alternative to fibrous gaskets.
News from Garlock (Great Britain) (16 June 2003)
Flanges make slip rings better all round
IDM Electronics has extended its H Series of miniature slip-ring assemblies with a new mid-flange version.
News from IDM Electronics (16 June 2003)
Smart cameras begin to take market share
In its latest report on the European machine vision market, IMS Research has discovered that the newer product types, such as smart cameras, are rapidly accounting for a greater share of the market.
News from IMS Research (16 June 2003)
Compact PC takes over vision applications
Leutron Vision's micro PC (or LVmPC) is a modular compact PC system suitable for all kinds of vision applications and is now available throughout the UK and Ireland from Multipix Imaging. Brochure Available
News from Multipix Imaging (16 June 2003)
Rodgers gains pump line
Netzsch has appointed Rodgers Equipment Company as an authorised representative for Netzsch positive displacement pumps in the North-Central Texas territories.
News from Netzsch Pumps (16 June 2003)
UK focus for website
Connector specialist Odu has set up a dedicated homepage for the UK market.
News from ODU UK (16 June 2003)
Contrast sensors spot subtle differences
DK20 and DK21 Series contrast sensors reliably detect the toughest colour contrasts. Brochure Available
News from Pepperl+Fuchs GB (16 June 2003)
Software simplifies cooling calculations
Carrying out thermal calculations for enclosures is now easier and faster than ever with the new version of the popular Clima software package from Sarel.
News from Sarel (16 June 2003)
Woodford Litho presses ahead
User Application Article Woodford Litho has recently upgraded the control system of its three presses using Siemens expertise and in-house resources.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (16 June 2003)
Scada package saves energy in food manufacture
User Application Article Campbell's Grocery Products has taken energy usage extremely seriously, and has installed a system to monitor utility consumption across five centres at its Worksop site.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (16 June 2003)
Distribution for panel meter range
The Kosmos range of digital panel indicators includes units for industrial and electrical processes, together with slave displays, counters, tachometers, timers, controllers and accessories. Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing (16 June 2003)
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