News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 18 January
to Saturday 24 January 2004
Adapter adds easy web connection to serial devices
NetPort is a "plug-and-play" serial-to-Ethernet cable adapter that enables any device or machine with a serial port to become network and Internet-enabled in an instant.
News from Alpha Micro Components (23 January 2004)
Workshops show the benefits of vision systems
Cognex is holding a series of free workshops which give an insight into how over 200,000 vision systems are adding substantial value to a multitude of organisations across the globe. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (23 January 2004)
Vision system tops the range
The In-Sight 3400 is the highest-performance model of the Cognex family of machine vision sensors, with vision tool speeds more than four times faster than previously available. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (23 January 2004)
UK debut for noncontact measuring system
The Starlite noncontact measuring system will be shown for the first time in the UK by OGP UK at the Medical Devices Technology Exhibition, on 11th and 12th February 2004.
News from OGP UK (23 January 2004)
Flowmeter offers inline viscosity measurement
Promass I is the world's first Coriolis mass flowmeter to offer direct inline viscosity measurement, eliminating process interruptions and the need for additional instrumentation such as DP cells. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (23 January 2004)
Online store adds dosing and metering pumps
Telab's range of dosing and metering pumps is now available from Finemech.
News from Finemech (23 January 2004)
Tax credits available for R and D
Faraday Plastics has completed a first round of company briefings on the tax credit opportunities available through research and development activity.
News from Faraday Plastics (23 January 2004)
Weldex to cement position in 2006
The 2003 Weldex exhibition exceeded all expectations, attracting more than 7300 visitors from 40 countries.
News from Nexus Media Communications (23 January 2004)
Guide to weld purging
A brand new edition of the "Guide to weld purging" has been published by Huntingdon Fusion Techniques. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (23 January 2004)
Students to tune into 2004 Faraday Lecture
Students across Britain will be given a behind the scenes look at the technology involved in the music industry, at this year's IEE's annual Faraday Lecture. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (23 January 2004)
Reseller to focus on aerospace and defence
Acuity has joined ImpactXoft's Need SPeeD reseller channel programme.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (23 January 2004)
CMM keeps check on automotive castings
User Application Article One of the first pieces of equipment to be installed at Meridian Technologies' new UK plant was a CMM to underpin metrology functions from prototyping through to full production.
News from LK (23 January 2004)
Software streamlines test data analysis
Diadem 9.0 is the newest version of the interactive software from National Instruments for managing, inspecting, analysing and reporting test data. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (23 January 2004)
Software provides missing link from Rhino to Max
Power RhinoToMax provides translation of native Rhino models directly into 3ds Max/Viz.
News from nPower Software (23 January 2004)
Fellowships provide a chance to dream
Two pioneering engineers aim to switch people onto technology through developing innovative ways of using sound in exhibitions and an exciting system of teaching electricity.
News from NESTA (23 January 2004)
Orbital weld head costs cut in half
Orbitec has a range of different orbital weld heads that can be used with a common handle and power supply.
News from Orbitec (23 January 2004)
More features for versatile controllers
The new versatile ELK3 and ELK4 series of temperature/process controllers are packed with new features.
News from Orchard Process Controls (23 January 2004)
Read-out hits the streets
The latest issue of Read-out (November/December 2003-January 2004) is a little late on the streets because of the company's move to the West of Ireland.
News from Read-Out Publications (23 January 2004)
Resolver drive units for high accuracy
Reliance Gear Company specialises in the design, manufacture and testing of single and multiple resolver drive units.
News from Reliance Precision Mechatronics (23 January 2004)
Software upgrade shows up in time for Pittcon
Taltech will demonstrate the latest version of its WinWedge 32 Pro software at Pittcon 2004 in Chicago.
News from TAL Technologies (23 January 2004)
Learn the fundamentals of leak testing
TM Electronics has published third in its series of informational "mini-courses" designed to help design and quality engineers grasp the fundamentals of leak testing.
News from TM Electronics (23 January 2004)
Distribution for UK's widest range of solenoids
After a six-month trial period that has proved a remarkable success, Aerco has been appointed as the official UK stocking distributor for Mechetronics, the UK's leading solenoid manufacturer.
News from Aerco (22 January 2004)
Tyler visualises a new role
ART VPS has named Brian Tyler as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
News from ARTVPS (22 January 2004)
Noncontact imaging of stress in materials
Based on a high-performance focal plane array camera and digital image processing software, the Altair Li system produces high-quality images of stress in materials and structures under dynamic loads. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (22 January 2004)
Italian machinery maker overhauls design process
Bedeschi has purchased 14 OneSpace Designer Modeling and 14 OneSpace Model Manager licences for its engineers with plans to continue expansion this year.
News from CoCreate Software (22 January 2004)
Flow computer has universal appeal
The powerful new RMC 621 flow computer combines universal versatility with a simple operation and clear information. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (22 January 2004)
Process calibrator takes on Hart devices
The Fluke 744 documenting process calibrator now offers extensive Hart device-specific calibration support for temperature and pressure instruments from the world's leading manufacturers. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (22 January 2004)
Sampling quality system achieves PED certification
The quality system at Jiskoot Autocontrol is now certified to Module H of the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC.
News from Jiskoot (22 January 2004)
Vibrometer users to cluster in Birmingham
Lambda Photometrics will be holding two key events at the Photonics Cluster facility on the Aston Science Park in Birmingham on 25th and 26th February 2004. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (22 January 2004)
New turboscara series is fastest, safest yet
With several decades of manufacturing and development experience, Rexroth robotics technology sets the standard for product quality, dependability, economy and ease of use.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly (22 January 2004)
Learn the principles of moisture determination
Mettler Toledo is holding an application training seminar for people involved in moisture determination. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (22 January 2004)
Endoscope checks out inaccessible structures
A new low-cost industrial endoscope enables the smallest inaccessible structures to be remotely examined.
News from Moritex Europe (22 January 2004)
IP67 enclosures gain hinged lids
Rolec's die-cast aluminium Alucase range has been extended with new models which have hinged lids.
News from OKW Enclosures (22 January 2004)
Under-centre latches mount almost flush
The "under-centre" latch is the latest quick-action fastener to be introduced by Protex, the world's leading designer and manufacturer of over-centre catches.
News from Protex Fasteners (22 January 2004)
Acquisition extends pump range to heavy duties
Wilo Salmson has acquired the German pump manufacturer EMU Unterwasserpumpen, strengthening its product portfolio, while retaining the existing EMU brand name.
News from Wilo (UK) (22 January 2004)
Miniature gas sensors meet new HSE specs
A new range of miniature gas sensors have performance characteristics that meet the requirements of the latest UK standards on exposure to nitrogen dioxide and chlorine gas.
News from Alphasense (22 January 2004)
Learn all about welding stainless steel
A workshop designed to provide basic principles on welding stainless steel will be held on Wednesday 18th February in Sheffield.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (21 January 2004)
Pressure transmitters help clean landfill sites
User Application Article Equipment supplied by Burkert Fluid Control Systems is being used by CPS Environmental to monitor and control the pumping of leachate from landfill sites. Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (21 January 2004)
Bistable valve aids energy-efficient flow control
Camcon Technology has developed the world's first portable, bistable pinch valve.
News from Camcon Technology (21 January 2004)
EDM solution supports new Inventor and SolidWorks
Cyco AutoManager Meridian 2004 aims to bridge the gap between engineering and other enterprise groups to reduce costs and quickly achieve profit margins.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (21 January 2004)
Trapped key system simplifies bakery safety
User Application Article The ability of Prosafe trapped key interlocks to simplify safety provision, while providing safer access into the largest of machine installations can be seen at Spooner Vicars on Merseyside.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (21 January 2004)
Software provides real-time savings
User Application Article The BP petrochemical facility at Grangemouth, Scotland, reports $2.5 million annual savings by using AMS Suite: Real-Time Optimiser from Emerson Process Management.
News from Emerson Process Management - Asset Optimization (21 January 2004)
Innovation expands thermoplastic polymer market
In a market teeming with participants and products, thermoplastic polymer manufacturers have taken to product innovation in a big way to tap new markets and find fresh sources of revenue.
News from Frost and Sullivan (21 January 2004)
Baby pump is no lightweight performer
A new pump range is compact but powerful for a wide range of applications in drawing off, transferring and emptying liquids from barrels and containers.
News from Flux Pumps International (UK) (21 January 2004)
Job insecurity spells time for change
The UK's workforce could be set to deliver a major shock to its employers as candidates are overwhelmingly insecure and are looking elsewhere as 2004 gets underway.
News from Jobsite (21 January 2004)
Using the www to help toolmakers
A seminar next month in Birmingham will review and demonstrate the practical outcomes of the emould@work project.
News from GTMA (21 January 2004)
Web-enabled controller is programmable in C
The model 5104 is the latest addition to the 5100 Blue Fusion Series of web-enabled controllers that make the idea of running an entire manufacturing enterprise via the web a practical reality. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (21 January 2004)
Training trains trainers to train
By attending ITS' "Train the trainer" course, IMA UK's technicians now have a better understanding of how people learn, including themselves.
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (21 January 2004)
Mass flowmeters become the industrial norm
Technical Background Article Thermal mass flow regulators and mass flowmeters for gases are now among the standard instruments used in industrial laboratory and production processes.
News from Litre Meter (21 January 2004)
Pump pushes for longer machine tool life
Moog has developed an adjustable pump specifically for use with the special liquids used during high-pressure lubrication. Brochure Available
News from Moog Controls (21 January 2004)
Moore joins the CSIA
Moore Industries-International has been accepted by the Control and Information System Integrators Association (CSIA) as an Associate Member.
News from Moore Industries International (21 January 2004)
Toroidal mirrors focus and fold in one
The use of toroidal mirrors in an optical design can offer significant improvements in both component count and optical performance.
News from Starna Scientific (21 January 2004)
Modular approach to fieldbus connections
Fieldline, the open-bus installation system from Phoenix Contact in the IP65/67 protection category, will now be expanded to accommodate the Fieldline Modular design.
News from Phoenix Contact (21 January 2004)
Hydraulic oil lifts performance
Hydraulic elevators place exacting demands on the fluid that powers them and Q8Oils' Handel hydraulic oil has passed all tests with flying colours.
News from Q8 Oils (21 January 2004)
Work progresses on third-generation Sercos
Work is under way to define a new generation of Sercos, named Sercos-III.
News from Sercos North America (21 January 2004)
Kaizen process improves efficiency
Cambridgeshire-based Shearline Precision Engineering has adopted the Kaizen process and found that it can save at least 25% off its changeover times.
News from Shearline Precision Engineering (21 January 2004)
Rotary feedthroughs keep robot hoses straight
A new range of rotary feedthrough units has been developed specially for robot applications. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (21 January 2004)
Process display has alarms and BCD output option
The 500-TT process display is a 4.5-digit programmable digit panel meter with three alarm trip points provided as standard.
News from Stroud Instruments (21 January 2004)
UKI boosts Dresser's sales efforts
Dresser Instruments Division has signed UK Instruments and Controls as a distributor to enable it to offer a more efficient service to both new and existing customers.
News from UK Instruments and Controls (21 January 2004)
Rapid prototyping machines build layer on layer
Wax carving and other time consuming processes are no longer required for high precision 3D modelling and rapid prototyping. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (21 January 2004)
Simplicity and structure introduced to innovation
Goldfire Innovator reduces innovation costs and speeds time-to-market.
News from Invention Machine (21 January 2004)
Stainless-steel cleans up in hygenic conveying
Technical Background Article Steel belts are easy to clean in food, beverage, packaging and pharmaceutical applications, and can be made from a number of stainless-steel grades.
News from Belt Technologies Europe (20 January 2004)
Dedicated controllers make economic sense
There is a proven cost benefit to the OEM when a dedicated controller becomes a part of a product.
News from BTR Controls (20 January 2004)
ScotCAM takes software north of the border
Camtek has appointed ScotCAM as an agent for its CADCAM products in Scotland.
News from Camtek (20 January 2004)
Mounted bearings go to extremes
Cross + Morse has extended its range of Sealmaster mounted ball, tapered roller and spherical roller bearing units, for general industrial applications. Brochure Available
News from Cross + Morse (20 January 2004)
Global role for Kayser
3D Systems Corp has appointed Bob Kayser as Vice President of Global Sales, effective from 19th January 2004.
News from 3D Systems Europe (20 January 2004)
Software exploits latest Mac OS
A new service release of Solidthinking 5.5 has been specifically developed for Panther, the new version of the acclaimed Mac OS X operating system.
News from Evoqe (20 January 2004)
Skiver smooths belt splicing
The compact FSK belt skiver enables fast and easy removal of conveyor-belt cover material when countersinking mechanical splices in heavy-duty belt.
News from Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company) (20 January 2004)
Biggest ever catalogue reaches 320 pages
"Products2004" is the biggest ever catalogue from Heyco with over 320 pages of plastic fasteners, cable management products and electronic assembly components. Brochure Available
News from Anixter Components (20 January 2004)
Award for patient-friendly medical design
Hothouse Product Development Partners has won the Design Business Association (DBA) Design Effectiveness Award for the best industrial product.
News from Hothouse Product Development Partners (20 January 2004)
Bent wire components up to 14mm diameter
Anyone who has ever travelled by car, coach or truck has probably sat on a wire component manufactured by William Hughes.
News from Hughes (20 January 2004)
Award for process knowledge system
Honeywell Process Solutions has been selected as one of this year's Control Engineering Editor's Choice Award recipients.
News from Honeywell Industry Solutions (20 January 2004)
Electrical insulation for rotating machines
Greg Stone and Ian Culbert of Iris Power Engineering have just published a new book with Al Boulter (formerly of GE) and Hussein Dhirani (formerly of Ontario Power Generation).
News from Iris Power Engineering (20 January 2004)
Sampling systems shrink to fit
Smaller is better when it comes to sampling system probes and the significant size reductions seen in the development of probes over the years is well illustrated by Jiskoot.
News from Jiskoot (20 January 2004)
High speed OEM imaging camera
A new 12bit custom OEM CCD camera uses a 754 x 488 pixel frame transfer CCD, and acquires full images faster than three per second.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (20 January 2004)
New centres expand global reach
John Crane has embarked on a significant expansion programme which will underline its position as the leading global provider of sealing solutions.
News from Crane (20 January 2004)
Knowledge-based engineering speeds product design
DriveWorks is working with Fisher/Unitech to deliver a customised solution for knowledge-based engineering.
News from DriveWorks (20 January 2004)
Servomotors gain UL approval
Lenze's synchronous and asynchronous servomotors now fulfil the stringent fire and personal safety conditions required for export to the USA. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (20 January 2004)
ISA award for President Stevenson
The Instrumentation Society of America has made a special award to Judy Stevenson. Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International (20 January 2004)
Accurate weighing cuts down salad "give-aways"
User Application Article Specialist weighing equipment, installed by Marco Weighing Systems, is playing a vital role in the production of salads at Yorkshire Fresh Salads near Selby.
News from Marco (20 January 2004)
Robust construction for smaller modular pumps
The LFP range of small pumps comprises eight sizes with nominal flow rates from 0.25 to 5.0 litre/min when run at 1500rev/min.
News from Midland Pump Manufacturing Co (20 January 2004)
Watchdog keeps check on hydraulic fluid quality
A novel and highly accurate method of fluid health monitoring opens up new possibilities for continuous "online" monitoring of hydraulic systems. Brochure Available
News from Moog Controls (20 January 2004)
PLC upgrade takes the biscuit
User Application Article Thomas Tunnock, the UK's largest independent biscuit manufacturer, has a new PLC solution controlling its biscuit wrapping machines.
News from Moeller Electric (20 January 2004)
Sloping levels eliminate thermal shock
Current sloping between welding levels is a standard feature on all Orbimat C automatic orbital welding power supplies.
News from Orbimatic (20 January 2004)
All you need on self-clinching fasteners
A new 16-page "Self-clinching fastener handbook" is now available free from PennEngineering Fastening Technologies.
News from PennEngineering (20 January 2004)
The importance of conformity
Technical Background Article Any manufacturer or representative that has a product which is required to adhere to a EU directive will need to make a legal declaration of conformity.
News from Paramount Compliance Services (20 January 2004)
Rugged gears cope with the ups and downs of tubes
User Application Article Renold Gears is playing a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of two of the busiest mass transit systems in the world.
News from Renold Gears (20 January 2004)
Software enhanced to FDA guidelines
At Powtech, Stable Micro Systems will launch an enhanced security module for its Exponent software used in conjunction with its powder flow analyser and other texture analysis instrumentation.
News from Stable Micro Systems (20 January 2004)
In-process gauging added to balancing control
Feinmess in-process gauging equipment can now be closely integrated with Schmitt Europe's advanced grinding wheel balancing and acoustic emissions monitoring systems using a single control unit. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (20 January 2004)
Test valve assembly checks steam trap performance
The Swagelok integrated test valve assembly allows users to visually observe condensate removal and monitor steam trap performance wherever steam heating systems and steam traps are used.
News from Swagelok (20 January 2004)
Network solutions for valve control
Tyco Valves and Controls has developed a comprehensive range of intelligent digital devices capable of providing control and monitoring in networked valve systems.
News from Tyco Flow Controls (20 January 2004)
RS232 to TCP/IP software makes virtual COM ports
Taltech's TCP-Com software was originally designed to expose a RS232 serial port on a PC to a TCP/IP port so that RS232 serial data can be sent and received across a TCP/IP network.
News from TAL Technologies (20 January 2004)
Slip ring carries DeviceNet communications
A novel infra-red slip ring allows rotating equipment to use DeviceNet and other remote I/O communications.
News from Web Automation (20 January 2004)
Website has a wealth of product knowledge
Straightforward to use, the new Wilo website is designed to give installers and specifiers access to a wealth of Wilo product knowledge and extensive corporate information at the touch of a button.
News from Wilo (UK) (20 January 2004)
Manual and CD bring full range together
JW Winco has published a new "Standard machine components engineering manual".
News from Winco (20 January 2004)
Ferromagnetic sensing detects vehicles reliably
The M-Gage S18M vehicle detection sensor reliably detects 3D changes in the Earth's natural magnetic field when the presence of a large metal object such as a car, truck or railcar is introduced.
News from Banner Engineering (19 January 2004)
Monitoring unit watches safety systems
The AWAX27XXL is a multipurpose self-monitoring unit for emergency stop systems and all types of safety switches for safety guards on dangerous machines with at least two closing contacts.
News from Comitronic (19 January 2004)
Directory is local engineering resource
This year the Engineering Link project has taken a stand at Southern Manufacturing to promote the publication of a new London Manufacturers Directory.
News from Engineering Link (19 January 2004)
Flowmeters speed tank loading operations
User Application Article Micro Motion Coriolis massflow meters have been supplied as mobile metering skid units to improve the efficiency of rail and road tank loading operations at the new Oiltanking terminal in Belgium.
News from Emerson Process Management - Flow Division (19 January 2004)
HMI software controls automated key cutting
User Application Article Mul-T-Lock Machinery has developed a novel high-security key-cutting machine that combines a range of GE Fanuc motion-control hardware and runs under control of Cimplicity HMI software. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (19 January 2004)
Easy integration for acquisition software
HBM's catman ActiveX server now allows system integrators to access data acquisition functions in the form of a dynamic link library. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (19 January 2004)
Future-proofed design fits motion control
User Application Article The novel design of an enclosure for a new motion controller is so versatile that it can also be used for housing other current and future products still in development.
News from Hothouse Product Development Partners (19 January 2004)
Fibre-optic joints turn to fast data transfer
IDM Electronics has extended its H Series of slip-ring assemblies with the launch of a compact fibre-optic rotating joint.
News from IDM Electronics (19 January 2004)
India enthuses about CAD launch
IronCAD has successfully launched version 6 of its software throughout India in conjunction with Hope Technologies.
News from IronCAD (19 January 2004)
Rotary piston meters aid Italian project
Litre Meter has supplied two VFF MF15 and four VFFLF10 rotary piston meters to Italian contractor Bennelli Ravenna as part of the BP Clair project.
News from Litre Meter (19 January 2004)
Workstations master parcel weighing tasks
User Application Article Marco Weighing is helping Initial City Link continue its success in the market of "deadline deliveries".
News from Marco (19 January 2004)
Data acquisition modules down in price
National Instruments has reduced the prices of 13 of its most popular data acquisition modules by up to 25%. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (19 January 2004)
Aluminium castings save weight
User Application Article The ability of aluminium to provide adequate strength at a lower weight than ferrous materials has been used to good effect on a bell housing.
News from Norse Precision Castings (19 January 2004)
Gate switches provide reliable protection
User Application Article After a retrofit to a crucial piece of manufacturing equipment, Kaby Engineers is convinced that Pilz switches are in a league of their own.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (19 January 2004)
Support website details safety services
Enlightened businesses recognise that making a manufacturing process safe is not just a question of purchasing the right equipment.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (19 January 2004)
New HQ to expand UK operations
Rietschle Thomas is to further enhance its presence in the UK with a new head office in Alton (Hampshire).
News from Rietschle Thomas (19 January 2004)
Electric actuators upgrade refinery
User Application Article The Fina Antwerp Olefins refinery has been the subject of a thorough revamp and expansion project known as NC2X, which is now in its final stages.
News from Rotork Controls (19 January 2004)
Humidity and temperature come to hand
The HygroPalm 0 is a digital handheld instrument that measures both percentage relative humidity and temperature.
News from Rotronic Instruments (UK) (19 January 2004)
ATEX certification completed in record time
User Application Article Sira has recently completed an ATEX certification project on behalf of Siemens Flow Instruments.
News from Sira (19 January 2004)
High-security logging tags aid FDA compliance
Signatrol has developed a high-security version of its SL150 series of portable temperature data logging tags.
News from Signatrol (19 January 2004)
Interlocks safeguard chlorine storage
User Application Article Smith Flow Control has supplied safety interlocks to ICI Chlor Chemicals in Runcorn for use on the safety isolation valves of its chlorine storage tanks. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control (19 January 2004)
Steam generators tackle smaller tasks
The Compact Clean steam generator range is designed for hospital sterilisation and smaller industrial applications.
News from Spirax Sarco (19 January 2004)
Weighbridges cut out measurement bottlenecks
User Application Article Three Eurodeck weighbridges are carrying out vital tasks for Ronez at two separate locations on the picturesque island of Guernsey.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (19 January 2004)
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