News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 September
to Saturday 20 September 2003
Drives help RNLI lifesavers
User Application Article Drives and motors from ABB are helping the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) to launch its fast inshore lifeboats quickly and safely.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (19 September 2003)
Zone 1 weighing solution maintains top quality
User Application Article Polymer Laboratories manufactures to very high quality standards, and when the company wanted to source a reliable and accurate method of batching chemicals, ATEX certification was a key factor.
News from Applied Weighing International (19 September 2003)
Here is the news - in Italian
The ARCwire manufacturing industry news service is now available in the Italian language in addition to English, German and Japanese.
News from ARC Advisory Group (19 September 2003)
High-performance encoders are a step ahead
Digisine is a new generation of incremental encoders suitable for a wide range of demanding industrial applications.
News from BEI Technologies (19 September 2003)
Future steel technologies discussed
Corus recently hosted a World Class Network (WCN) seminar on future steel technologies at the company's Automotive Service Centre. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (19 September 2003)
Controllers take charge of vibratory feeders
Elscint Automation now offers soft start electronic controllers for vibratory feeders.
News from Elscint Automation (19 September 2003)
IBM programme opens new sales channels
GiveMePower Corp has been accepted into IBM's PartnerWorld for Developers programme as an IBM Business Partner.
News from GiveMePower Corporation (19 September 2003)
Collaborative PLM for on demand businesses
V5R12 introduces the next step in the evolution of Dassault Systemes and IBM's PLM portfolio - collaborative PLM for on demand businesses.
News from IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions (19 September 2003)
Servo controller runs on standard PLC
Inovision Software Solutions offers an SMCC/PMAC (delta tau) replacement for communicating with any servo system.
News from Inovision Software Solutions (19 September 2003)
Acquisition systems tackle tough environments
A new family of portable data acquisition multianalysers are suitable for use in a variety of equipment-monitoring applications in the industrial sector.
News from Kenda Electronic Systems (19 September 2003)
Motion and logic control come together
The SMLC ServoWire motion and logic controller is a tightly integrated, low-cost solution combining high-performance soft motion technology with IEC61131-3 programming for motion and I/O control.
News from Ormec Systems Corp (19 September 2003)
Speedy installation for novel harness wrap
The novel Pan-Wrap split harness wrap and tool is engineered for maximum harness protection and easy management.
News from Panduit (19 September 2003)
Novel cylinder family provides worldwide solutions
The P1D Series is an all-new family of ISO/VDMA pneumatic cylinders designed to meet the future demands of a wide variety of industrial applications. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (19 September 2003)
JVC reveals "silent" engine design partner
User Application Article Ricardo has been working on the first new engines designed and built in the UK by a British-owned manufacturer for over a decade.
News from Ricardo (19 September 2003)
Industrial-grade specs for thin client terminal
The 7594-TC1 is a low-cost thin client industrial terminal that enables local access through a network to applications and data centrally stored on a server.
News from Rugged Technologies (19 September 2003)
Accreditation follows intensive BSI audit
Cambridgeshire-based Shearline Engineering recently received the revised ISO9001:2000 accreditation for its quality management systems.
News from Shearline Precision Engineering (19 September 2003)
Redundant Ethernet interface for distributed I/O
A new EtherTrak redundant Ethernet I/O gateway provides a redundant Ethernet interface for distributed I/O clusters. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (19 September 2003)
Compact servos provide top performance
The PC800 and PCE800 series are the latest all-digital brushless servo drives from Pacific Scientific, providing comprehensive servo capabilities in a package some 40% smaller than their predecessors. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (19 September 2003)
New features enhance humidity sensors
With a new enclosure and a new transmitter ACI has created a humidity line it claims is truly reliable, user friendly and cost competitive.
News from Automation Components (18 September 2003)
Steel and aluminium blanks are "ready to weld"
A service offered by stainless steel and aluminium processor Cashmores, delivers "shear perfection" to ease the welding process and considerably reduce scrap and rework.
News from Cashmores (18 September 2003)
Five-axis machining software speeds production
User Application Article The addition of five-axis machining centres from DMG and Delcam software has cut lead times for a range of aerospace components at Hyde Precision. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (18 September 2003)
CIPsync services for DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP
ODVA is to add time synchronisation services for real-time control applications to its Common Industrial Protocol (CIP).
News from Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (18 September 2003)
Lewis takes charge of joint venture
John R "Jack" Lewis is the new President and Chief Executive Officer of DuPont Dow Elastomers.
News from DuPont (UK) (18 September 2003)
Amersham awards $61 million automation contract
Emerson Process Management has won a contract to automate and control a new plant in Norway for Amersham, a world leader in medical diagnostics and life sciences.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry (18 September 2003)
Air conditioners keep hazardous enclosures cool
New from Ice Qube is a full range of UL listed and Entela certified explosion proof air conditioners.
News from Ice Qube (18 September 2003)
Digital pyrometers show their benefits
The Infratherm range of digital infra-red pyrometers offer a comprehensive range of features that provide the user with a flexible and cost effective solution to temperature measurement problems.
News from Impac Infrared (18 September 2003)
Guarantee of speedy motor supply
Leroy Somer has introduced a new service offering a huge range of motors and options with "guaranteed availability".
News from Leroy Somer (18 September 2003)
Comprehensive suite for measurement and automation
Measurement Studio 7.0 is a comprehensive suite of native classes and controls for developing measurement and automation applications in Microsoft Visual Studio.NET 2003. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (18 September 2003)
Major upgrade for Windows acquisition
LabWindows/CVI 7.0 is described as the most significant release of the proven ANSI C development environment for test and measurement in the 15-year history of National Instruments. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (18 September 2003)
Plastic chain and belt guides repel water
An extensive range of high-quality plastic chain and belt guides is aimed at applications in the food, beverage, automotive and packaging industries.
News from Pennine Industrial Equipment (18 September 2003)
Workshop presents full coverage of Profinet
Following a successful tour of mainland Europe, the Profinet Application and Implementation Workshop returns to the UK on 12th November 2003.
News from Profibus Group (18 September 2003)
PLCs take charge of soft drinks logistics
User Application Article The automation of a warehouse in Rugby is helping a leading soft drinks manufacturer to deliver improved efficiency and performance.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 September 2003)
Hoist rings offer safer alternative
WDS is offering a comprehensive range of hoist rings designed to provide longer lasting and safer alternatives to traditional attachment methods such as eye bolts. Brochure Available
News from WDS (18 September 2003)
Screwdriver addon cuts cables cleanly
Simple ideas are often the best and, in a snip, Weidmuller's new Swifty has transformed the simple electrician's screwdriver.
News from Weidmuller (UK) (18 September 2003)
Easy installation for externally adjustable seals
Meco's EAS externally adjustable seals offer complete containment of dry powders, pastes, slurries, corrosives, fluids, solvents, vapours and gases on a wide variety of rotating equipment. Brochure Available
News from Meco Shaft Seals (18 September 2003)
Airknives make immediate payback
User Application Article Airknives have made immediate savings for Superglass Insulation. Brochure Available
News from Air Control Industries (17 September 2003)
Time to take power protection more seriously
Technical Background Article Nathan Briggs, MD at Advance Electronics, investigates international power problems.
News from Advance Electronics (17 September 2003)
PLC simplicity with OEM-friendly HMI
InteractX, a Windows-embedded HMI system developed specifically for machine control and OEM needs, is claimed to be no more daunting than a PLC to program, run, maintain or upgrade.
News from AJM Automation (17 September 2003)
Spool valve islands cut installation costs
A new concept in valve design, Mega spool valve islands offer the OEM and user total flexibility in their construction, mounting and the type of control that they perform. Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics (17 September 2003)
Valve connection system simplifes complex control
VCS is a novel system for connecting up to 127 valves (pneumatic, hydraulic, general purpose, water, gas and oil), and up to 254 sensors, to a centralised controller over distances up to 2.5km. Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics (17 September 2003)
CAD support stretches to Macintosh community
Autodesk is to make Autodesk DWF 6 (Design Web Format) files available for Mac OS X, an operating system with more than seven million users.
News from Autodesk (17 September 2003)
Software boosts composites expertise
Bertrandt UK has become one of the first companies in the country to use the ground-breaking MSC Laminate Modeller software.
News from Bertrandt UK (17 September 2003)
CAD features at US National Manufacturing Week
CADwire.net will be the exclusive sponsor of the CAD Pavilion at US National Manufacturing Week, to be held 23rd-26th February 2004 at McCormick Place, Chicago.
News from Cadwire (17 September 2003)
Website focuses on automotive sector
Corus has launched a new website to supply the latest product information for vehicle manufacturers and the automotive supply chain. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (17 September 2003)
CAM software upgrade to launch at Tooling
The Tooling show will see the UK launch of the latest release of the Delcam's PowerMill CAM software. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (17 September 2003)
Noncontact system balances safety with efficiency
The Sipha safety interlock system offers a unique mix of noncontact reliability, unmatched protection against defeat by tampering and fail-safe operation.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (17 September 2003)
Choice of incentives for DMM buyers
Fluke is offering a choice from six free accessories in a limited period promotion of its current CAT III 1000V/CAT IV 600V safety approved general-purpose and high-end series digital multimeters. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (17 September 2003)
Simulator to model world's largest LNG plant
Statoil has selected Fantoft Process Technologies to deliver a dynamic plant simulator for all major parts of the unique Snohvit LNG plant under construction off the coast of Finnmark in Norway.
News from Fantoft Process Technologies (17 September 2003)
Museum celebrates 150 years of fluid engineering
Gilbert Gilkes and Gordon is opening an in-house museum to commemorate 150 years in business.
News from Gilbert Gilkes and Gordon (17 September 2003)
Strain-gauge input meter comes to hand
Torque-measuring specialist Industrial Measurements has added a new handheld meter to its extensive product range.
News from Industrial Measurements (17 September 2003)
Polymer conduits satisfy industrial demands
Offering low fire hazard, high temperature, EMI screening and abuse resistant combinations, the Peek range of conduit is ideally suited to extreme applications in the industrial sector. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (17 September 2003)
Test system to qualify satellites for space
Spectrum Astro has selected LMS Test.Lab to test and qualify its high performance satellite systems and subsystems. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (17 September 2003)
Sensors detect troublesome targets
The EQ-500 series is a new family of adjustable-range and fixed-focus reflective photoelectric sensors for applications where the target varies in colour, angle of presentation or size.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK (17 September 2003)
Floatation to raise funds for growth
A leading UK manufacturer and supplier of electronic noncontact safety switches to the manufacturing industry has been floated OFEX.
News from Mechan Controls (17 September 2003)
Circuit breakers quench arcs quickly
WS Series circuit breakers are designed for the ultimate in performance in the event of a massive power overload, disconnecting the load from the supply instantly, securely and reliably. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (17 September 2003)
Pushbuttons survive the demolition derby
User Application Article Moeller RMQ-Titan pushbuttons have been put to use as starter controls in stock cars at the Standlake Arena short oval raceway near Oxford.
News from Moeller Electric (17 September 2003)
Accreditation demonstrates commitment to quality
NDC Infrared Engineering has achieved certification for the internationally recognised ISO9001:2000 quality standard.
News from NDC Infrared Engineering (17 September 2003)
Waterproof bonus for push-pull connector
The new ODU K series push-pull connector is compatible with other similar products on the market in terms of fit, form and function and is available in several forms to suit varying applications.
News from ODU UK (17 September 2003)
Solid-state relays keep safety in mind
A new range of solid-state relays from Orchard Electronics (Process Controls) keeps safety in mind.
News from Orchard Process Controls (17 September 2003)
Manufacturing advice pays dividends
The MAS East Midlands has proved to be a tremendous success during its first 16 months, with companies fully engaging with the service adding value of on average GBP 90,000 per year.
News from Pera (17 September 2003)
Flexible configuration for wall-mounting boxes
Rittal reckons its new Wall Box is the ideal solution for practical accommodation of active and passive networking equipment. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (17 September 2003)
Compact panels available in five sizes
Ideal for small operating control units built into front panels, the new Rittal Compact Panel is now available in five sizes, all of which are only 87mm deep and range from 241 x 238 to 315 x 388mm. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (17 September 2003)
Bearing maker sets financial benchmark
For the fourth year in succession, SKF has been selected to be a member of Dow Jones' Sustainability World Indexes and the pan-European sustainability benchmark. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (17 September 2003)
Vision systems stick to their task
Sigmavision is provide distribution and support in the UK for QuISS's range of industrial vision systems targeted at automotive and metal packaging industries.
News from Sigmavision (17 September 2003)
Centrifugal fans for fume extraction
A range of centrifugal fans, designed with fume extraction in mind, is available from Air Control Industries (ACI) of Chard, Somerset. Brochure Available
News from Air Control Industries (16 September 2003)
Analysis software provides data validation
A data validation feature in the latest ACR TrendReader Standard software can be used to check whether data have been modified in any way since they were extracted from the data logger.
News from ACR Systems (16 September 2003)
Students are long-term asset, says MD
University students in engineering and design departments receive little help or encouragement from industry, according to the Managing Director of Bighead Bonding Fasteners, Ken Stanley. Brochure Available
News from Bighead Bonding Fasteners (16 September 2003)
Two-year plan leads to quality upgrade
Cedip Infrared Systems has recently achieved ISO9001:2000 certification as an extension of its previous ISO9001:1994 certificate. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (16 September 2003)
Sales growth leads to magazine recognition
Cedip Infrared Systems has been placed 28th in an annual survey of the top 100 fastest growing French companies. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (16 September 2003)
Finite element analysis joins PLM offerings
NX Nastran is a new digital simulation and analysis software package targeted at the high-growth computer-aided engineering analysis market.
News from Siemens PLM Software (16 September 2003)
Alstom signs up for machinery health management
Emerson Process Management has won a major three year contract to supply a selection of machinery health management technology to Alstom.
News from Emerson Machinery Health Management (16 September 2003)
Solid film lubricants pass the test
Solid film lubricants manufactured by Everlube Products have passed the rigorous materials specification laid down by GE Aircraft Engines.
News from Everlube Products (16 September 2003)
Pipeline management system bound for Libya
Fantoft has been awarded a contract by ABB in Italy for delivery of a pipeline management system (PMS) for the Western Libya Gas Project (WLGP).
News from Fantoft Process Technologies (16 September 2003)
Certification recognises top-line support
GE Fanuc Automation's iGlobalCare support centre has earned the distinguished "Support Center Practices (SCP) Certification" for the second time. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (16 September 2003)
Oxygen analyser has advanced gas compensation
Enhanced background gas compensation makes the new APX advanced paramagnetic oxygen analyser ideal for applications with defined or undefined hydrocarbon gases.
News from GE Sensing - Panametrics (16 September 2003)
Precision load cells resist fatigue
The Model 3161-300 Series of precision fatigue-resistant, small-diameter load cells comprises five capacities ranging from 20 to 500kN.
News from Lebow Products (16 September 2003)
Controller gains Internet protocol for remote jobs
Micro-Robotics has added TCP/IP protocols to its VM-1 credit-card-sized embedded controller to allow users to communicate with other computers over the Internet. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Robotics (16 September 2003)
Rack and rail approach to linear guidance
The Monorail BZ35 features a combination of rack and rail that satisfies cost pressures and quality demands in many industrial applications.
News from Micromech (16 September 2003)
Albatross Marine to distribute gearbox range
Newage Transmissions has strengthened its UK marine sales network with the appointment of Albatross Marine as an authorised distributor for its PRM product range.
News from Newage Transmissions (16 September 2003)
Two-way link between simulation and data
The SimDBC simulation database connector provides a database interface for Delmia's simulation software Quest.
News from On2trade (16 September 2003)
Self-clinching nuts provide load-bearing threads
A 12-page product bulletin covers types, specifications, and performance data the self-clinching fastener family of PEM steel, stainless steel and aluminium nuts.
News from PennEngineering (16 September 2003)
Range includes "ultimate" chemical gear pump
Part Shop - Applied Pumps is now an official distributor of Oberdorfer Pumps, offering gear pumps for numerous applications.
News from Applied Pumps (16 September 2003)
Problem solving software wins award
Reliability Center has won the Silver Award in Plant Services magazine's Problem Solvers competition.
News from Reliability Center (16 September 2003)
Clean power for automation
The Allen-Bradley 1606 family of switched mode power supply units provide a safe, low-voltage power supply for the control devices used in machinery, process control and automation systems.
News from Rockwell Automation (16 September 2003)
Logic modules feature ten times the speed
The latest logic modules from Siemens include user-friendly handling and many new functions, featuring more than double the memory, ten times the speed, and Logo!Soft Comfort Version 4.0 software.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (16 September 2003)
Heidenhain encoders complement stepper systems
Smartdrive has been appointed as a distributor by Heidenhain, the world's leading manufacturer of encoders for precision motion control applications.
News from SmartDrive (16 September 2003)
Software and storage extend budget scopes
New options for the popular value families of digital oscilloscopes from Tektronix include a software package and CompactFlash mass storage. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (16 September 2003)
Novel design for multipurpose keyfob
User Application Article Innovators Carol-Anne Ormsby and Debbi Steven turned to Toolcraft Plastics for help in the production of a key attachment that has a multipurpose role as a personal safety aid for women.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) (16 September 2003)
Toggle pads eliminate clamp slippage
A new range of steel toggle pads is available with or without serration.
News from Winco (16 September 2003)
Henighan strengthens specialist team
AEG Electric Motors is responding to the new dynamics of the market by strengthening its team of motor specialists with the recent appointment of Darren Henighan.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (15 September 2003)
Slow growth in process automation
According to a new study, the total automation business to process industries worldwide is projected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 4.7% over the next five years.
News from ARC Advisory Group (15 September 2003)
Reseller to target automotive industry
ART VPS has signed Majenta Solutions to deliver its innovative RenderDrive visualisation systems to the UK automotive and manufacturing industry.
News from ARTVPS (15 September 2003)
Safety is key at crucial telecomms site
User Application Article Trapped-key interlocking systems from Castell are being used to ensure that maintenance work at the world's largest satellite earth station carries no risk to personnel.
News from Castell Safety International (15 September 2003)
Belt fastener cuts splice time by 20%
Alligator Ready Set Staple conveyor-belt fasteners reduce installation time by more than 20% compared with conventional staple-attached, hinged-plate splicing in light/medium-duty applications.
News from Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company) (15 September 2003)
Design, analysis and optimisation of turbomachines
Fluent is combining with Concepts NREC and Engineous Software to offer a "lunch and learn" seminar on "Design, analysis and optimisation of turbomachinery".
News from Fluent (15 September 2003)
Service support replaces displays in record time
Global Display Solutions has set up an advanced exchange service support system for ATM customers.
News from GDS (15 September 2003)
Burns aims for European consolidation
UV disinfection specialist Hanovia has appointed Laura Burns as its new Marketing Executive.
News from Hanovia (15 September 2003)
Recirculating coolers aim for semiconductor sector
Julabo has a new range of powerful recirculating coolers especially designed for applications in the semiconductor industry.
News from Julabo Labortechnik (15 September 2003)
Ultrasound cleans up in plastics and rubber
User Application Article Plastics and rubber manufacturers are cutting reject rates and prolonging the working life of their dies and mould tools using ultrasonic cleaning systems from Kerry Ultrasonics.
News from Kerry Ultrasonics (15 September 2003)
Partnerships pay off
Project management organisation Lorien Engineering Solutions' strategy of working closely with its clients is proving a huge success, according to the company's latest customer review.
News from Lorien Engineering Solutions (15 September 2003)
Faraday grants encourage partnership
Small- to medium-sized companies are being given a helping hand to commercially develop innovative technologies in partnership with leading edge researchers, thanks to a DTI funded initiative.
News from Electronics Enabled Products KTN (15 September 2003)
UV light cured adhesives for instant bonding
UV cured adhesives are solvent-free, single-part products that offer near instantaneous curing on demand.
News from Bondmaster (15 September 2003)
Solving process problems with Profibus
A forthcoming seminar entitled "Solving process problems with Profibus" will show how Profibus is addressing key issues facing the process industry today.
News from Profibus Group (15 September 2003)
Batteries set to save weight on driverless metro
User Application Article Siemens has specified Saft MATRICS MRX rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries to save around 90kg of weight on the 30 new two-car units for VAG's "Rubin" driverless metro system in Nuremberg. Brochure Available
News from Saft Industrial Batteries (15 September 2003)
Speedy access to smooth slides
The "Quick Ship" range of Accuride slides is now available through Specialty Fasteners and Components.
News from Specialty Fasteners and Components (15 September 2003)
Fasteners protect from shock and vibration
Flex-Loc fasteners are used for a wide variety of applications where parts have to be fastened together easily, resiliently and securely.
News from Specialty Fasteners and Components (15 September 2003)
US Air Force to check out new composites
The US Air Force Research Laboratory has commissioned Surface Transforms to produce sample batches of advanced carbon fibre ceramic materials in a 12-month contract initially valued at $50,000.
News from Surface Transforms (15 September 2003)
Total show to focus on drives and controls
Total Processing and Packaging 2004 (UK NEC, 29th March to 1st April 2004) will include a major focus on drives, control and instrumentation technology.
News from Total Processing and Packaging (15 September 2003)
Easy sourcing for valves and actuators
UFB has a new concept for buyers and engineers from all industry sectors to assist them with the selection and sourcing of valves, actuators and associated process control equipment and services.
News from UFB (Process Control Solutions) (15 September 2003)
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