News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 23 November
to Saturday 29 November 2003
Compact load cell is a real heavyweight
Even though the new DBCL load cell is a compact design, it has the capability of measuring up to 300t in tension and compression. Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (28 November 2003)
Speedy thermistor probe responds in 30ms
A new range of ultra-fast-response thermistor probes features typical response times of less than 30ms in liquids, making them ideal for medical applications.
News from Betatherm Ireland (28 November 2003)
Laser optics improve machine performance
Ophir Optronics of Jerusalem has appointed Luton-based Burrhart Machinery as agent in the UK and Ireland for its extensive range of carbon dioxide laser optics.
News from Burrhart Machinery (28 November 2003)
Brass is tops - bar none
User Application Article The manufacture of bar-top furniture is a thriving industry and no one addresses it with more design and manufacturing talent, enthusiasm and success than the Sant Group of Tipton.
News from Copper Development Association (28 November 2003)
Genetic programming is keynote of conference
John Koza will give the lead keynote address for COFES 2004.
News from Cyon Research (28 November 2003)
Mathematical modelling moves on to new peaks
Femlab 3 uses proven finite-element analysis to efficiently solve models of physical phenomena so engineers and scientists can better understand their underlying properties. Brochure Available
News from Comsol (28 November 2003)
Automatic water filters clean up in the Northeast
User Application Article Cross automatic water filters have helped Northumbrian Water improve filtration at a remote, unmanned water treatment plant.
News from Cross Manufacturing Co (1938) (28 November 2003)
Software is on course for stylish golf design
User Application Article The Power Solution range of CADCAM software has helped Stewart Golf to bring more elegance, style, technology and quality to the sport in the form of the X1 remotely controlled golf trolley. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (28 November 2003)
UK source for Italian temperature sensors
DeltaSense is now the UK distributor for Italcoppie, an ISO9001 approved Italian manufacturer of high-quality temperature-sensing probes and assemblies.
News from DeltaSense (28 November 2003)
Rapid prototyping pioneers collect prizes
The winners of the 2002-2003 "eMotion in motion" international design competition were announced at the TEAM 2003 fair in Birmingham. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (28 November 2003)
Engineering in pursuit of the Olympic ideal
A new campaign aims to highlight the critical role that science, engineering and technology play in British athletes' participation (and success) in the Olympic Games.
News from ETB (28 November 2003)
Kit speeds fieldbus products to registration
The Fieldbus Foundation has released its new ITK interoperability testing kit automation tool.
News from Fieldbus Foundation (28 November 2003)
New mission for Brunger-Weilandt
Sabine Brunger-Weilandt, Managing Director of FIZ Karlsruhe, intends to establish the German service institution as the premier supplier of sci-tech information and services in Germany and Europe. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (28 November 2003)
Affiliate scheme offers share in R and D benefits
Faraday Plastics is launching an affiliate scheme that is set to link industry and academia in meeting the critical technological challenges of the plastics sector.
News from Faraday Plastics (28 November 2003)
Boating bullseye reinvented after 50 years
User Application Article Hothouse Product Development Partners has enabled Spinlock to reinvent a yachting essential, the bullseye rope-control guide, which, until now, had remained unchanged for 50 years.
News from Hothouse Product Development Partners (28 November 2003)
Flixible conduit goes a long way
High-performance reinforced PTFE flexible conduit is now available in continuous lengths up to 40m.
News from Icore International (28 November 2003)
Speedy access to slip rings
The Enduratrac range of modular industrial slip rings has been so successful that IDM Electronics has transferred production to its high technology manufacturing facility in Reading.
News from IDM Electronics (28 November 2003)
Ideal specs for machine vision camera
With a 0.5in monochrome sensor, 1280 x 1024 resolution, and rolling shutter and synchronous (global) shutter, the Pixelink PL-A741 is an ideal high-resolution machine vision camera. Brochure Available
News from Kane Computing (28 November 2003)
Cost-effective torque calibration and analysis
A novel personal electronic torque analyser system brings a new and cost effective approach to torque calibration and analysis.
News from MHH Engineering (28 November 2003)
Acquisition system takes eight temperatures in one
An eight-channel temperature acquisition system based on the Smartec SMT160 digital temperature sensor is available from MMS-e, the UK distributor for Smartec.
News from MMS Electronics (28 November 2003)
Upgrade for CAD document management system
Columbus Professional is a new upgraded version of the world's most popular document management system.
News from Oasys (28 November 2003)
A head for business at Weldex
Orbimatic displayed the new Orbiweld TP range of open arc orbital TIG welding heads at the recent Weldex 2003 exhibition at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.
News from Orbimatic (28 November 2003)
Electronic catalogue features photodiode range
The November 2003 edition of the Centrovision electronic catalogue describes the company's full range of silicon and InGaAs photodiodes.
News from Pro-Lite Technology (28 November 2003)
An end to cobalt leaching
A new water-based lubricant offers a solution to the problem of cobalt staining and contamination of grinding fluid.
News from Q8 Oils (28 November 2003)
Software brings spares inventories to heel
Masterpiece is a novel set of tools for finding, cleaning and controlling the elusive "dirty data" in engineering inventory databases.
News from Sparesfinder (28 November 2003)
Enclosures provide a home for solar panels
A new range of enclosures will enable manufacturers and installers to avoid the time and cost of producing and wiring a bespoke outdoor enclosure suitable for wiring solar panels. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK (28 November 2003)
Linear guides integrate their own encoders
Schneeberger has developed two new versions of its advanced measuring system: AMSA Generation 3-A (for roller monorail MR) and 4-A (for ball monorail BM).
News from Schneeberger (28 November 2003)
Read all about leak testing online
As part of the continued revision of the successful TQC website, downloadable PDF documents are now available.
News from TQC (28 November 2003)
Lubrication pumps go both ways
New literature for the LubeTech range of lubrication pumps includes exploded illustrations, cross-section drawings and updated performance tables.
News from Tuthill Pump Group (28 November 2003)
Variety pack seals package deal
User Application Article To meet the growing demand for packaged circulating pumping solutions, Pressmain Pressurisation Company relies increasingly on the diverse range of circulators from Wilo Salmson Pumps.
News from Wilo (UK) (28 November 2003)
Toyota joins VisualPlant fan club
Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America has licensed VisualPlant manufacturing intelligence software from EMT for its largest North American production facility in Georgetown, Kentucky.
News from ATS International (27 November 2003)
Read all about high-precision positioning stages
Anorad has published a new brochure on high-precision positioning stages.
News from Anorad UK (27 November 2003)
High-speed logger records oilrig maintenance
User Application Article Carrying out maintenance on an oilrig is one of the most demanding applications for an electronic instrument, requiring absolute reliability and rugged construction.
News from dataTaker (27 November 2003)
Measurement software receives approval
Delcam's PowerInspect inspection software has received certification from the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt in Berlin. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 November 2003)
Emergency stop for space-constrained equipment
A compact illuminated emergency stop for space-restrictive equipment is the latest addition to the EAO Series 84 range. Brochure Available
News from EAO (27 November 2003)
Contract wins span energy industries
FCX Thompson Valves has secured a number of key contracts in both oil and gas and the nuclear industries.
News from Thompson Valves (27 November 2003)
Simulator to optimise gas processing plant
Statoil has signed a frame agreement with Fantoft headquarters in Norway for dynamic simulation software and services, based on Fantoft's unique D-Spice simulator technology.
News from Fantoft Process Technologies (27 November 2003)
Progress towards nanocomposites roadmap
Faraday Plastics and Hybridnet have held a successful technology roadmap meeting on the commercialisation of polymer/ceramic hybrids and nanocomposites.
News from Faraday Plastics (27 November 2003)
CFD interfaces with process modelling package
A novel stand-alone toolkit interfaces Fluent CFD software with Aspen Plus process modelling software for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and power industries.
News from Fluent (27 November 2003)
Screwdriver tells the torque
The Model DSD-4 is a novel lightweight digital torque tester/screwdriver with an integral LCD for convenient torque readings.
News from Imada (27 November 2003)
Sensor maker helped by passport to export success
A County Durham firm manufacturing pressure sensors has measured up to the challenge of international trade - with help from UK Trade and Investment, the government organisation that provides support Brochure Available
News from UK Trade and Investment (27 November 2003)
All-new range of general purpose seals
The 4620P dual cartridge seal is the first in an all-new cartridge seal family, the 4600 series.
News from Crane (27 November 2003)
Choosing magnets for sensors
Technical Background Article Although sensing is a rapidly growing field that taps into every kind of technology, many sensors depend on the flux of an adjacent permanent magnet to do their job, says Andrew Myers of Magnequench.
News from Precision Magnetics (27 November 2003)
US deal for noncontact scanning solutions
Brown and Sharpe USA has chosen Metris as its strategic partner for noncontact scanning solutions.
News from Metris (27 November 2003)
Expansion for composite fitting range
Norgren has quadrupled its competitively priced popular Pneufit C range of composite fittings.
News from Norgren (27 November 2003)
Multifunction fastener saves Ford 50 cents per car
User Application Article The extreme versatility of Profil UK's newest multifunction sheet metal fastener is being put to good use by Ford in the assembly of its Fiesta, Ka and new generation Focus models. Brochure Available
News from Profil UK (27 November 2003)
Sensors are cost effective for low pressures
ASDXL piezoresistive sensors offer OEMs cost-effective pressure measurement in low ranges of +/-12.5, +/-25 and 0-25mbar full scale.
News from Sensortechnics UK (27 November 2003)
Budget mass flow sensor opens new applications
The new AWM90000 is ideal for a wide range of OEM mass flow sensor applications, thanks to its much improved price/performance ratio.
News from Sensortechnics UK (27 November 2003)
Device server gains Modbus functionality
The EtherPAD Lite industrial serial device server is now available with Modbus slave bridge functionality.
News from Multenet (27 November 2003)
Hydropneumatic suspension evolves to new levels
Simrit offers two different types of hydropneumatic suspension system, both of which allow for very different types of fine-tuning.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (27 November 2003)
Coatings optimise pulley performance
Transmission Developments now produces pulley coatings in two grades.
News from Transmission Developments (27 November 2003)
Welding kit is dedicated to timing belts
New from Transmission Developments is the TSG2 on-site timing belt welder and tooling for Breco belting.
News from Transmission Developments (27 November 2003)
Choice of mountings for shaft collars
A new range of shaft collars is available in both set screw and double split configurations.
News from Transmission Developments (27 November 2003)
Noncontact measuring system proves popular
The Kestrel noncontact measuring system was introduced by Vision Engineering in early 2002. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (27 November 2003)
Steel lifting eye bolts in metric sizes
DIN metric steel lifting eye bolts and lifting eyes are now available from JW Winco.
News from Winco (27 November 2003)
Tension control system registers label success
User Application Article Custom label manufacturer Skanem has recently started retrofitting ZF hysteresis units to its Gallus printing machines to match changing industry demands. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (27 November 2003)
Switch goes with the flow - however slow
The FS range of flow switches comprises six models including the very sensitive FS050V.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (26 November 2003)
Magazine previews Bejing show
The latest edition of Achema Worldwide News features the Chinese chemical processing market as a preview of the Achemasia exhibition in Beijing (11th-14th May 2004).
News from ACHEMA 2009 (26 November 2003)
Budget price for handheld infra-red thermometers
The ST8810 Series is a range of low-cost, handheld infra-red thermometers with laser sighting and a large backlit LCD display.
News from Calex Electronics (26 November 2003)
Infra-red sensors go to extremes
Calex Electronics has expanded its highly successful EL series of low-cost high-performance infra-red temperature sensors.
News from Calex Electronics (26 November 2003)
Safer fluid dispensing for rigid containers
DrumQuik Modular is the latest chemical dispensing system from Colder Products Company (CPC).
News from Colder Products (26 November 2003)
Self-adhesive gasket resists fire
Emka 1016 series self-adhesive gasket is now available in fire resistant versions to UL94V0 and 94HB ratings and in EMI-protective formats to reduce electrical and magnetic interference. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (26 November 2003)
Just point and shoot for sound-level measurement
A new, easy-to-use, point-and-shoot sound level meter has been designed specifically for spot check measurements and surveys of environmental or workplace noise.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (26 November 2003)
Fieldbus experts to converge on New Orleans
The Fieldbus Foundation will hold its next general assembly in New Orleans, Louisiana, on 18th and 19th February 2004.
News from Fieldbus Foundation (26 November 2003)
Level sensor brings radar to the masses
The new MIR level sensor opens up new markets with the introduction of low-cost radar technology.
News from Gems Sensors (26 November 2003)
If the cap fits, check the torque
DTX Series torque cap testers measure cap torque up to 9.6Nm, with an accuracy of +/-0.5% full-scale, +/-1LSD.
News from Imada (26 November 2003)
Torque tester calibrates wrenches
The DSW-20 digital torque tester has an integral LCD and 300-degree swivelling head for convenient torque readings up to 20Nm with an accuracy of +/-0.5%, +/-1LSD.
News from Imada (26 November 2003)
Waterjet technology opens new market
User Application Article When Burley Profile Specialists decided to diversify into waterjet cutting to be able to cater for a much wider range of customers it chose KMT Waterjet Systems.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems (26 November 2003)
Web-enabled touchscreens allow remote management
The latest iPanel Series of web-enabled touchscreens and HMI software from Control Technology Corp provides industry leading facilities to remotely monitor and manage processes more effectively. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (26 November 2003)
Digital pyrometer claims new benchmarks
The new Series 140 is the latest development in the extensive range of digital pyrometers from Impac.
News from Impac Infrared (26 November 2003)
Upgraded measurement software for accurate alloys
Jobin Yvon has upgraded the software for its Metalys spark optical emission spectrometer.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (26 November 2003)
UK engineering ahead on customer focus
A new survey shows that UK engineers are ahead of other industries when it comes to running company websites.
News from Kellysearch.com (26 November 2003)
Proper coupling "conveys" a smooth ride
The Lovejoy/Sier-Bath Farr gear coupling is designed specifically for the rugged requirements of high horsepower underground and surface belt conveyors.
News from Lovejoy (26 November 2003)
Optical focus control enhances laser processing
Laserdyne's new patent pending optical focus control (OFC) feature is now available for all 790 BeamDirector systems.
News from Prima North America (26 November 2003)
Thermal analysis automation offer
Mettler Toledo is running a special thermal analysis automation offer, combining a DSC or TGA together with a sample robot and the new XS balance. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (26 November 2003)
Bearing contract completes recent hat-trick
The Morgoil Bearing Division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from Jinan Iron and Steel Co to manufacture seven sets of its bearings.
News from Morgan Construction Company (26 November 2003)
Top performance from excimer laser
The new EX5/500 excimer laser from GAM features an innovative all-metal/ceramic plasma tube that results in a gas fill that lasts up to ten times longer than traditional lasers.
News from Pro-Lite Technology (26 November 2003)
Switch expands Ethernet up to 10km
The FL Switch 4TX/FX Ethernet switch from Phoenix Contact enables quick and cost-effective network expansion of up to 10km via fibre-optic cables.
News from Phoenix Contact (26 November 2003)
Real world signals mount the rail
DIN rail I/O modules from Power-IO are ideal for connecting real world discrete AC or DC signals to a PLC, PC or other automation equipment.
News from Power-io (26 November 2003)
"Secret" source for pumps
Roban Engineering describes itself as one of the UK's best-kept secrets, and reckons that for years its competitors have relied on their customers not finding out about it.
News from Roban Engineering (26 November 2003)
IP54 protection is standard for fans
A new generation of enclosure fan and filter units are protected to IP54 and offer the perfect air cooling solution for air flows between 20 and 700m3/h. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (26 November 2003)
Pair to produce integrated slide solutions
Smartdrive and Hepco Slide Systems are to co-operate on producing integrated slide solutions based on Hepco's slides and SmartDrive's motion control product range.
News from SmartDrive (26 November 2003)
Holistic approach to suspension development
Technical Background Article The transmission paths for vibrations and structure-borne noise in agricultural equipment are highly complex, and so suspension design must take a holistic approach.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (26 November 2003)
Solenoid valves carry many approvals
UK Process Valves has been appointed as a stocking distributor of the RGS range of solenoid valves.
News from UK Process Valves (26 November 2003)
Award recognises outstanding medical engineering
The Head of Electronics at the Bath Institute of Medical Engineering (BIME) has won a prestigious national award that recognises outstanding work in medical engineering.
News from University of Bath (26 November 2003)
Drive clears the air for laser cutting machines
User Application Article A UK manufacturer is using Lenze smd drives to clear the air from the cutting bed on its range of laser cutting machines. Brochure Available
News from Lenze-ACTech (26 November 2003)
Clip brings busbars together
Designed as a low-cost interconnection between two perpendicular power busbars, the Power Clip is ideal for N+1 rectifier, power supply and switching power supply applications.
News from Anderson Power Products (25 November 2003)
Nonspill coupling provides controlled performance
The patent-pending NS6 Series nonspill coupling features shutoff valves that enhance operator safety, speed connection time and reduce cleaning procedures.
News from Colder Products (25 November 2003)
Robbins is one of a kind
Kelly Robbins, 24, from Coventry will be the only woman graduating with a degree in automotive engineering from Coventry University this year.
News from Coventry University (25 November 2003)
Simplified colouring for automotive interiors
A revolutionary colorant system claims to set a new level of production efficiency and economy in the colouring of plastics, imitation leather and leather for car interiors.
News from CPS Color (25 November 2003)
Software helps in international VR project
User Application Article Delmia software is being used as a key element in an international project aiming to bring generic virtual reality to industrial manufacturing.
News from Delmia (25 November 2003)
Nylon resin outperforms expensive alternatives
User Application Article A German firm has developed novel microtweezers for noninvasive surgery based on a handle and integrated lever moulded with glass-reinforced Zytel nylon resin to ensure easy and safe use.
News from DuPont (UK) (25 November 2003)
Programme aims for PLM standardisation
JT Open is a global initiative to promote open data sharing, enhance collaboration and expand visualisation across the extended enterprise and throughout the PLM industry.
News from Siemens PLM Software (25 November 2003)
Second-user equipment goes online
Filtration Service Engineering has added second-hand equipment section to its website.
News from Filtration Service Engineering (25 November 2003)
Austrian distributor is on the up
An Austrian business, which started distributing a UK company's products two years ago, has seen an increase in sales of 220% in that product line. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (25 November 2003)
Hall effect sensor technologies on display
Hamlin Electronics Europe will be revealing its latest Hall effect sensor technologies at the Mtec exhibition at the UK NEC on 11th and 12th February 2004.
News from Hamlin Electronics Europe (25 November 2003)
Brochure applies ATEX to pneumatics
An explanatory publication has been compiled by Hoerbiger-Origa on how pneumatic systems are affected by the new ATEX 95 directive on explosive atmospheres. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (25 November 2003)
Heavy duty conveyor indexed by AC geared motor
User Application Article A specially designed indexing roller conveyor, capable of holding and transferring up to 90t of press tooling, is indexed accurately and reliably with three Lenze AC geared motors. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (25 November 2003)
University gains dynamometer drive package
The Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the University of Sheffield has commissioned a dynamometer drive package donated by Lenze for use in its teaching and research. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (25 November 2003)
Appliance emissions put to the test
The Narda ELT-400 low-frequency radiation safety meter enables EMC test houses to measure ELF (extremely low frequency) magnetic fields from household electrical appliances.
News from Link Microtek (25 November 2003)
Training courses prove popular - but not easy
"Certified Engineer" has become a qualification of choice among automation engineers and control technologists in Britain. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (25 November 2003)
Metals process to be developed in South Yorkshire
Metalysis has secured funding and support from Objective 1 and Yorkshire Forward to develop its technology in the South Yorkshire region.
News from Metalysis (25 November 2003)
Best practices in lubrication
Noria UK is launching a series of one-day workshops focusing on "Best practices in lubrication".
News from Noria UK (25 November 2003)
Easy installation for vision system
User Application Article Valmet Automotive has successfully installed its own fully automated glazing cell without the need for assistance of system integrators.
News from Oxford Sensor Technology (25 November 2003)
Commutators offer extended range
Nelco commutators are now available in built-up versions.
News from Polaron Controls (25 November 2003)
Feedthrough connectors protect to IP67
Variosub panel feedthrough D-sub connectors, now available in 9-, 15- and 25-pin formats, enable several D-sub contact inserts to be connected within an IP67 industrial environment.
News from Phoenix Contact (25 November 2003)
US plant opens for business
Premix Thermoplastics has opened its first North American manufacturing facility in Milton, Wisconsin.
News from Premix Thermoplastics (25 November 2003)
Plastics "Oscar" for novel composite
The Automotive Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) has presented this year's innovation award to Quadrant Plastic Composites.
News from Quadrant Plastic Composites (25 November 2003)
Couplings suite marine applications
Renold Hi-Tec Couplings has been awarded a contract to supply high-performance rubber-in-compression shaft couplings for marine propulsion systems to be installed in a fleet of tug vessels.
News from Renold Hi-Tec Couplings (25 November 2003)
Thin client joins industrial network
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 (25 November 2003)
Distribution-fitting software comes to the UK
Saker Solutions has concluded a deal to market the world leading distribution-fitting software ExpertFit from Averill Law and Associates in the UK.
News from Saker Solutions (25 November 2003)
Modified valves take control in hydrogen plant
User Application Article Specially developed Severn Glocon globe valves will be used in a hydrogen gas production plant in Italy.
News from Severn Glocon (25 November 2003)
Upgraded performance for miniature ball screws
The new SD range of miniature ball screws outperforms its predecessors, with smooth running, low noise, accurate positioning, excellent repeatability and high efficiency Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (25 November 2003)
Valve solves nozzle orientation problems
A new airless flat-spray valve is designed to eliminate spray-nozzle orientation problems.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (25 November 2003)
Rail-mounted housing simplifies production
Euroclamp's electronic housing simplifies the production of packaged electronic modules for DIN rail mounting.
News from Switchtec (25 November 2003)
Diaphragm pumps provide more options
PoweRupp diaphragm pumps can be electrically, hydraulically or air powered and have no mechanical seals or rotating parts, allowing abrasive slurries to be pumped.
News from Tri-Ark (25 November 2003)
Infra-red heating online
Electric infra-red heating specialist Victory (Heatlight Technology) has a new, updated website detailing six individual product categories covering both process and space heating.
News from Victory (Heatlight Technology) (25 November 2003)
Explosion-proof switches have ATEX approvals
Now available from Aerco are four ranges of ATEX approved explosion-proof switches from Honeywell designed for use in both indoor and outdoor hazardous environments.
News from Aerco (24 November 2003)
Pharmaceutical industry expenditure on the up
The long-term prospect for the pharmaceutical industry looks good.
News from ARC Advisory Group (24 November 2003)
Fieldbus controller handles remote monitoring
A new fieldbus controller for remote monitoring features a built-in GSM modem and increased I/O capacity.
News from Carlo Gavazzi (24 November 2003)
Engineers make the best managers
According to a new survey, the decline in Europe's manufacturing industries will be reversed by leaders who understand the role of technology in today's societies.
News from CIII (24 November 2003)
Offshore conference takes a holistic view
Major Hazards Offshore is now in its 12th year and will be held at the London Marriott Hotel, Regent's Park on the 9th and 10th December 2003.
News from ERA Technology (24 November 2003)
Virtual prototyper tackles complex mechanics
Pam-Medysa 2G is a virtual prototyping software package for the design optimisation and performance validation of complex mechanical systems.
News from ESI Group (24 November 2003)
Kits upgrade handheld meters
Fluke has introduced a range of new kits of accessories for its professional handheld meters, offering savings of up to 30% compared with buying the accessories separately. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (24 November 2003)
Measuring system takes the strain
The Canhead system can reduce installation costs during experimental stress analysis using strain gauges and is particularly suited to tests involving some hundreds or thousands of measuring points. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (24 November 2003)
Wrench doubles as digital torque tester
The DSW-75 digital torque tester has an integral LCD and 300-degree swivelling head for convenient torque readings up to 660lbf-in with an accuracy of +/-0.5%, +/-1LSD.
News from Imada (24 November 2003)
Catalogue covers force test solutions
A new catalogue features the complete Imada line of products.
News from Imada (24 November 2003)
Force gauge and test stand combine for NDT
The DPZ Series are digital, high-performance force gauges designed to measure force up to 220lbf with an accuracy of +/-0.2% FS, +/-1LSD.
News from Imada (24 November 2003)
Test drive automation software online
Wonderware is offering a free online "test drive" of ArchestrA technology using Wonderware FactorySuite A2 products.
News from Invensys Wonderware (24 November 2003)
Custom moulded rubber parts take printed IDs
For certain specific applications, custom moulded rubber parts are available from Minnesota Rubber with wear resistant numbers and codes printed on them for fast and easy lot and batch traceability.
News from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (24 November 2003)
First for superconducting fault current limiter
Nexans has been awarded a contract to supply high temperature superconductor components for the US Department of Energy's $12 million Matrix Fault Current Limiter project.
News from Nexans (24 November 2003)
Controller keeps watch on rivetting operations
Orbitform's WatchDawg process monitoring and control system allows visual status and adjustment of the orbital forming process.
News from Orbitform (24 November 2003)
Understanding EN1050
Technical Background Article Risk assessment is key to machinery safety, and in Europe we are encouraged to carry out risk assessments in line with the harmonised standard EN1050:1997.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (24 November 2003)
Safety systems for a cigar called Hamlet
User Application Article Cardiff based JR Freeman operates six high-speed over-roller machines - four producing Hamlet cigars and two producing Hamlet miniatures - and all are fitted with equipment from Schmersal.
News from Schmersal UK (24 November 2003)
Distribution deal covers the UK
SMC has formed a new strategic partnership with BSL, the UK's number one distributor of industrial engineering products, appointing the company as national distributor for the UK.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (24 November 2003)
Valve lock resists tampering
By ensuring valves and actuators are only operated by authorised individuals, a new anti-tamper lock secures companies' assets by reducing the risk of human error or deliberate tampering. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control (24 November 2003)
Scada software integrates end-of-line testing
Automatic Test Sequence (ATS) is a new facility in version 7 of Prodigy industrial automation software.
News from Tascomp (24 November 2003)
Goodsell takes on north-east region
Trilogy Systems Corp has appointed Robert Goodsell as Regional Sales Manager for the north-eastern USA and eastern Canada.
News from Trilogy Systems (24 November 2003)
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