News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 15 February
to Saturday 21 February 2004
New geometry for thread forming screws
Arnold Taptite 2000 are thread forming screws which form a female thread when screwed into a preformed hole.
News from Arnold Umformtechnik (20 February 2004)
Reliable alternative to normal welding screws
Arnold Strux screws are captive fasteners which are pressed into formed sheet metal parts providing a sheet metal component ready for installation.
News from Arnold Umformtechnik (20 February 2004)
Clinch bolt offers the best of both worlds
The old saying "time is money" has prompted the engineers at Arnold Umformtechnik to develop a fastening element which has never been seen before.
News from Arnold Umformtechnik (20 February 2004)
Reed proximity switch extends to 35mm
The MET200 reed proximity switch has 100V AC rated contacts and is designed for position or antitamper detection.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (20 February 2004)
Design, management and collaboration come together
AutoCAD 2005 delivers improved design creation, management and collaboration solutions for users in the building, infrastructure and manufacturing industries.
News from Autodesk (20 February 2004)
Combination tester does the lot
The MFT1500 combination tester provides all the testing facilities needed by electrical contractors in a single compact, easy-to-use instrument. Brochure Available
News from Megger (20 February 2004)
Software safeguards PC controller data
TwinCAT Backup is a novel tool that allows easy transfer of all critical data from one PC controller to another.
News from Beckhoff Automation (20 February 2004)
Flow-rate indicator is modern replacement
The versatile new Type 8034 paddle-wheel flow-rate indicator is billed as the modern replacement for old-fashioned and outdated rotameters. Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (20 February 2004)
One relay takes on a cabinet's worth of safety
The SafeC 400 multifunction safety relay is the latest addition to the Cedes product line.
News from Cedes (20 February 2004)
Display supports incremental and SSI encoders
The Deva 016-1UNI is a universal single-axis digital display unit that is configurable by the user to interface to both incremental and absolute SSI rotary encoders or linear scales.
News from Deva Electronic Controls (20 February 2004)
Stereolithography produces novel furnishing
User Application Article In the "Spin Off" forum of the Imm Cologne international furniture fair, Freedom Of Creation (FOC) introduced new concepts for lightweight, yet extremely strong and translucent furniture. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (20 February 2004)
3D printing goes live in Birmingham
3D Systems will run a live demonstration of its InVision 3D printer at Solid Modelling 2004 at the NEC, Birmingham, UK on 31st March and 1st April 2004, on booth 59.
News from 3D Systems Europe (20 February 2004)
Regulatory amendments boost uptake of flow sensors
The need to conform with new European Commission regulations, combined with increased demand for improved efficiency in process industries are encouraging greater adoption of flowmeters.
News from Frost and Sullivan (20 February 2004)
CAD models switch to thermal analysis
Icepro 4.0 is a model clean-up tool for electronics cooling analysis that makes it easy to convert any CAD model into an efficient thermal model.
News from Fluent (20 February 2004)
Structural adhesives hit the road
Plexus structural adhesives are used extensively by automotive, rail, bus, coach and truck companies.
News from ITW Plexus (20 February 2004)
PSA Peugeot Citroen keeps quiet about Virtual.Lab
PSA Peugeot Citroen has selected LMS Virtual.Lab to support its full-vehicle NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) engineering. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (20 February 2004)
Split-spacer disc coupling saves in the long run
The Lovejoy/Jaure split-spacer disc coupling, or SXCS, supplies a superior design, sound engineering capabilities and long-range economic value.
News from Lovejoy (20 February 2004)
Stronger motors speed stages
MFA linear stages offer a stronger motor that produces almost ten times faster motion than the popular MFN series they succeed. Brochure Available
News from Newport Spectra-Physics (20 February 2004)
Bearings are specified in Chinese mill
The Morgoil Bearing Division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from Dalian Heavy Industries, a mill builder located in Dalian City, the People's Republic of China.
News from Morgan Construction Company (20 February 2004)
Rugged design for electrical connectors
Hirschmann has developed a new range of special-purpose connectors as per DIN43650-a and ISO4400 for plug-in electrical connectors to appliances, machinery and plants.
News from Morvan Trading (20 February 2004)
Thermocouple connectors take the heat
Omega's range of thermocouple connectors specifically for temperature sensor manufacturers continues to grow. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (20 February 2004)
Integrated solutions are the Total key
Efficient, effective and economical solutions for popular applications will be the primary focus of the Omron Electronics stand at this year's Total Processing and Packaging exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (20 February 2004)
Grinder gets electrodes ready to weld
The WIG 10/175 is a precision tungsten electrode grinder for grinding of tungsten electrodes for automatic welding applications.
News from Orbimatic (20 February 2004)
Modem toughens up for industrial datacomms
The VT-Modem-4 is billed as the first significant improvement to leased line modem technology in many years. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (20 February 2004)
Alliance to improve service
The System Integrator Alliance is the latest development in Schneider Electric's established and highly successful philosophy of growing business by building partner relationships.
News from Schneider Electric (20 February 2004)
JSF project brings more sales of FiberSIM
Vistagy has sold a further $1.95 million worth of FiberSIM software and services to Northrop Grumman Corp.
News from Vistagy (20 February 2004)
Indian joint venture to add glass fibre knitting
Owens Corning is to add glass fibre knitting capability at the Taloja, India, plant of Owens Corning India, a joint venture between Owens Corning, USA and Mahindra and Mahindra, India.
News from Owens Corning (20 February 2004)
Complete compact colour detection solution
The Datasensor S65-V0 and new S65-V1 series of colour sensors now offer one of the most complete colour detection solutions in a standard 50 x 50mm compact housing.
News from Datasensor (UK) (19 February 2004)
Stereolithography resins qualify for Sony systems
The complete DSM Somos line of UV-curable stereolithography resins has been qualified for use in Sony's Solid Creation Systems (SCS), available for sale in North America. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (19 February 2004)
UK representatives take leading role
UK company representatives will take a leading role within the European Power Transmission Distributors Association in 2004.
News from EPTDA (19 February 2004)
Digital load cells upgrade weighbridge performance
Metrologists can give weighbridges a new lease of life by converting to digital load cells from Mettler Toledo. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 February 2004)
Motion controller hitches a lift on Servostar
Trio has produced a novel motion co-ordinator that fits within a Danaher Servostar digital drive to provide an easy-to-use 1.5-axis motion controller with sophisticated features.
News from Micromech (19 February 2004)
Board provides futureproof power supplies
User Application Article Shrewsbury-based contractor, Fisher Electrical, has recently installed the innovative new Mini Panel board, from Moeller Electric.
News from Moeller Electric (19 February 2004)
Annunciators fit the bill for SIL 1
Omni16c annunciators have been successfully assessed as suitable to be used in safety related applications of Safety Integrity Level 1 in accordance with IEC61508:2000. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (19 February 2004)
Support for rubber development
Rapra Technology and Barwell have launched a new technology partnership aimed at supporting the rubber sector.
News from Smithers Rapra (19 February 2004)
DSP-based stepper drive in Eurocard format
The T-Series is a novel Eurocard implementation of the Smartdrive Taranis ultra-smooth DSP-based microstepping drive/controller.
News from SmartDrive (19 February 2004)
E-book previews new AutoCAD release
"What's new? AutoCAD 2005" is the new electronic book for users wondering about upgrading and competitors worrying about AutoCAD 2005.
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (19 February 2004)
Tiny future for aircraft
Scientists are looking to nature to help them develop an aeroplane the size of a bee, which could have a significant effect on civilian life and modern warfare.
News from University of Bath (19 February 2004)
Card cuts cost of 16bit acquisition
For data acquisition applications where price is more important than a flexible feature set, the new MCC PCI-DAS6013 card comes in at the best price-point yet - just GBP 220. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (18 February 2004)
Automotive recruitment on the up
ARM Automotive Recruitment has revealed record profits for the latest quarter, signalling a significant upturn in employment for the European automotive industry.
News from Advanced Resource Managers (18 February 2004)
Reel stand drives keep the presses running
User Application Article The replacement of unreliable analogue drives on newspaper reel stands at News International has reduced web breaks and improved feed accuracy for several of the company's huge presses. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (18 February 2004)
Aluminium tools make belt cutting easier
The redesigned 840 Series of aluminium conveyor-belt cutting tools from Flexco augments the company's earlier steel cutter line with 15% lighter-weight alternatives for easier handling.
News from Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company) (18 February 2004)
Reverse engineering explained
BMW Plant Hams Hall Co-ordinator of Metrology and Calibration, Peter Taylor, was the keynote speaker at the latest of the GTMA's successful technology update events.
News from GTMA (18 February 2004)
CADCAM software claims productivity improvements
Licom Systems will be launching the latest release of its powerful PC-based CAD/CAM software on Stand 5569 at MACH 2004 in April. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam (18 February 2004)
Fieldbuses combine for fine chemical production
User Application Article Rockwood Electronic Materials has just completed a major upgrade to its Derbyshire site, based around a multiple-fieldbus control system, to create a state-of-the-art automated mixing plant. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (18 February 2004)
Oil analyser hits the road
For the fast, accurate analysis of dissolved gases in oil, the new Kelman Transport X portable gas analyser is now available in the UK and rest of Europe.
News from Mans International (18 February 2004)
Contract connects monster fieldbus project
MTL-Relcom has been awarded the contract to supply FPS fieldbus power conditioners and 10-way Megablock wiring hubs to the Nanhai project in China.
News from MTL Instruments Group (18 February 2004)
Azerbaijan office covers Caspian region
Noble Denton Europe has recently opened a new branch office in Baku, Azerbaijan.
News from Noble Denton Europe (18 February 2004)
Expansion for spring cage terminal blocks
The ST-Desk series of spring cage terminal blocks has now been expanded to include STS 6 universal terminals and the STS 6-TWIN three-wire terminal.
News from Phoenix Contact (18 February 2004)
Approval for programmable process sequencer
The MiniMate programmable process sequencer has achieved TC6334 certification and is now fully approved as an industrial weighing processor.
News from Penko Engineering (18 February 2004)
Intelligent redundancy for P-Net systems
A novel DIN rail mounted module provides the means to automatically switch communication from one path to another on detection of error or disconnection.
News from Proces-Data (UK) (18 February 2004)
Spiral bevel gearboxes transmit heavy loads
Neeter Drive range P units are available in two different styles, each featuring a compact quality finished casing produced from die cast lightweight aluminium alloy. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (18 February 2004)
Software goes from design to manufacture
Radan Computational will be extending its "Total Solutions" concept with the launch of Radan 04 on Stand 3375 at MACH 2004 in April. Brochure Available
News from Radan Computational (18 February 2004)
Monitors keep watch via Ethernet
Sensonics has chosen Maintec 2004 to launch two new monitors: the DN36 Spyder range of machine monitoring and protection equipment and the new SpyderNet plug in and play monitor. Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (18 February 2004)
Analogue controller provides ramp or setpoint
The 112-65s is a novel instrument that provides a time-controlled analogue signal as a ramp or setpoint function.
News from Stroud Instruments (18 February 2004)
Inductive sensors take position in range
Techni Measure has added a new range of inductive sensors from Schreiber to its existing range of displacement transducers.
News from Techni Measure (18 February 2004)
Bespoke component guides furniture solution
Fastening specialist TFC has developed a bespoke snap-in guide for a tambour-front office furniture cabinet. Brochure Available
News from TFC (18 February 2004)
Lube-free chain is a clean winner
User Application Article Lambda lube-free chain has just completed 5 years service without elongation or wear, in an environment where previously, standard lubricated BS roller chains were breaking within 6-8 weeks. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (18 February 2004)
Stepping out of the shadows
Technical Background Article Stepper motors are fighting back against the current dominance of servo systems and proving that they represent a vibrant, developing technology as relevant to industrial design as any alternative. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (18 February 2004)
Quick-action cam clamps speed assembly
Three new designs of cam clamps offer a speedy and economical work-holding solution for milling, drilling and grinding applications. Brochure Available
News from WDS (18 February 2004)
Industrial gearboxes - repair or replace?
Technical Background Article There are tens of thousands of helical and worm gearboxes currently helping to keep UK industry moving; but what happens when they fail? Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (18 February 2004)
Innovation software company expands its operations
Invention Machine will be nearly doubling its current facilities at 133 Portland Street, Boston.
News from Invention Machine (18 February 2004)
Software features in ASME FEA seminars
Algor software and training materials have been chosen for two upcoming ASME (American Society of Engineers) professional development seminars.
News from Algor (17 February 2004)
Information extends functionality of automation
An enhancement to ABB's distributed control system gives personnel from all areas of manufacturing or process plants access to customised information according to their job function.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (17 February 2004)
Panel PC makes a big display of control
The PPC-174T is an Intel Pentium 4 processor-based panel PC with a large 17in LCD. Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (17 February 2004)
Panel PC slims for compact control applications
The PPC-S154T is a full-featured flexible panel PC that delivers high-performance computing in an ultraslim design that can be integrated into an interactive solution or run a stand-alone application. Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (17 February 2004)
Site is dedicated to fastener training
Bolt Science has launched a new website dedicated to training in fastener technology.
News from Bolt Science (17 February 2004)
Guide to stainless steel specifications
The long awaited new "Guide to stainless steel specifications" is now available from the British Stainless Steel Association.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (17 February 2004)
UK agent joins in collaboration
Envoy has added OneSpace.net to its portfolio of products, further strengthening CoCreate's sales network in the UK.
News from CoCreate Software (17 February 2004)
Award for visualisation work
Visualisation scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) have worked with CEI to earn a Defense Program Award of Excellence from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).
News from CEI (17 February 2004)
An end to oil and water sludge
Sludge Buster is a novel solution to the constant build up of sludge in the oil and water mixtures used to cool down lathes and other machinery.
News from Disposables Direct (UK) (17 February 2004)
Big torque from smooth little stepper
The latest two-phase stepper motor from Arsape features a diameter of 22mm and a very high power-to-volume ratio. Brochure Available
News from EMS (17 February 2004)
Approval for Safety Instrumented Systems concept
TUV Anlagentechnik, Automation, Software and Information Technology has approved Fieldbus Foundation Safety Instrumented Systems (FF-SIS) system concept.
News from Fieldbus Foundation (17 February 2004)
Precision dispensers and metering pumps
Fluid Metering has released its new 2004 catalogue, which has 30 pages of precision dispensers and metering pumps for laboratory, industrial, process and OEM applications.
News from Fluid Metering (17 February 2004)
Eight more databases to go online
Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) and CSA have agreed to add eight CSA databases to the STN International online network during 2004. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (17 February 2004)
Gaskets are easily compressed
A range of extruded gasket profiles in soft easy to compress silicone sponge are ideal for enclosure and door sealing.
News from Kemtron (17 February 2004)
Software watches over plastics processes
Version 1.0 of Moldflow's MMS/Production Monitoring (MMS/PM) is now available.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (17 February 2004)
Mrket focus for new business unit
Parker Hannifin has set up a new Life Sciences Business Unit to enable the development of technologies driving next-generation advancements in this fast growing market segment. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Pneutronics Division (17 February 2004)
A world of electro-optical instrumentation
Polytec describes its new website as a gateway to the world of electro-optical instrumentation excellence.
News from Polytec (17 February 2004)
Turbine bound for Nigerian waters
Bergesen has chosen Peter Brotherhood to supply a steam turbine for a floating production, storage and offloading vessel moored off the coast of Nigeria.
News from Peter Brotherhood (17 February 2004)
Hardware and software on show together
Pantek will be exhibiting Wonderware's InTouch and the Advantech range of industrial computer hardware on stand Q38 at this week's Southern Manufacturing 2004 exhibition.
News from SolutionsPT (17 February 2004)
Modem provides all-in licence-free wireless link
A new easy to use RF modem aims to provide highly adaptable performance at a competitive cost.
News from RF Solutions (17 February 2004)
Read about engineering and structural adhesives
Adhesives are increasingly being used to replace traditional fastening methods such as welding, bolts and rivets, in industrial applications.
News from Smithers Rapra (17 February 2004)
SAW-based torque transducer sets new standard
The new 310 Series Torqsense transducer is set to provide high-accuracy low-cost noncontact torque measurement of drive shafts and other rotating machine elements. Brochure Available
News from Sensor Technology (17 February 2004)
SAWs: a cutting edge technology
Technical Background Article Sensor Technology is a small high-tech company involved in the R and D and production of rotary torque measuring transducers using surface acoustic wave technology. Brochure Available
News from Sensor Technology (17 February 2004)
Instrumentation valves open up new field
User Application Article A project at the largest undeveloped oil and gas resource on the UK continental shelf off Shetland is being equipped with a complete portfolio of Anderson Greenwood Instrumentation valves.
News from Tyco Flow Controls (17 February 2004)
Project aims for cleaner robot dispensers
TM Robotics is involved in a project to develop a gluing system that will eliminate "lag" in glue dispensing applications. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (17 February 2004)
Networked displays offer wider flexibility
TR Control Solutions can now offer multiple network solutions for new or existing users of electronic LED displays.
News from TR Control Solutions (17 February 2004)
Bradford engineers gender equality
A University of Bradford scheme to encourage more girls to study engineering has been held up as a national model of best practice.
News from University of Bradford (17 February 2004)
CADCAM software gains a cutting edge
VX Version 9 features significant end-user enhancements for assembly modelling, developing customised feature commands, reverse engineering, rapid prototyping, 3D and 2D modelling, and CAM.
News from VX Corporation (17 February 2004)
Imperial threads for revolving ball knobs
Phenolic-plastic long-shoulder-type revolving ball knobs with inch size threaded studs are now available from JW Winco to compliment its metric sizes.
News from Winco (17 February 2004)
Transmitters gain Profibus PA option
Yokogawa has released new versions of its proven pH and conductivity transmitters with Profibus PA communications interfaces.
News from Yokogawa UK (17 February 2004)
Gauges bound for Shell's largest refinery
Emerson Process Management has been awarded a contract for Saab Rosemount radar gauges from Shell's Bukom refinery located on Pulau Bukom Island in Singapore.
News from Emerson Process Management (17 February 2004)
Visualisation and collaboration enhances PLM
SofTech has licensed Cimmetry's AutoVue visualisation and collaboration technology for its ProductCenter PLM (product lifecycle management) solution.
News from Cimmetry Systems (16 February 2004)
Smooth performance from linear motor family
A family of tubular linear servomotors uses a new integral linear shaft bearing structure for applications that require smoother low velocity operation and precision performance.
News from California Linear Devices (16 February 2004)
Upgrade for industrial notebook
Dolch Computer Systems has upgraded its market-leading NotePAC ruggedised notebook computer.
News from Dolch Computer Systems (UK) (16 February 2004)
European Parliament rejects amendments
The European Parliament has rejected amendments to the Directive on Recognition of Professional Qualifications that would have adversely affected the status and mobility of UK engineers within Europe.
News from Engineering Council (16 February 2004)
New business scheme doubles growth rate
The Enterprise Fellowship Scheme (EFS) is turning design and technology based ideas into business opportunities at record levels.
News from Warwick Ventures (16 February 2004)
Mechanical engineers appreciate thermal PCB addon
In a recent survey, 84% of mechanical engineers in electronics companies approved Flomerics' latest software concept, FLO/PCB. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (16 February 2004)
Affiliate schemes explained at Materials Congress
Faraday Plastics is to exhibit at the 2004 Materials Congress hosted by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining at Carlton House Terrace, London, from 30th March to 1st April.
News from Faraday Plastics (16 February 2004)
Marsden is new Technical Director
UV disinfection specialist Hanovia has appointed David Marsden a its new Technical Director.
News from Hanovia (16 February 2004)
Biggest ever order to assure JSF integrity
HBM has won an $8.7 million order to supply its MGCplus hardware and its catman Enterprise software ensuring the accuracy of structural tests on the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (16 February 2004)
Boeing signs for company-wide PLM solutions
The Boeing Company has selected the latest generation of PLM solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes as its company-wide product development platform.
News from IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions (16 February 2004)
New name for interoperability association
The LonMark Interoperability Association has become a new organisation to be known as LonMark International.
News from LonMark International (16 February 2004)
Selecting the correct radar level transmitter
Technical Background Article Awareness of the exact process parameters can save money when specifying radar level transmitters, says Kevin Martyn. Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International (16 February 2004)
Balance of features tips the scales
The PL-S series of portable balances are extremely compact, simple to use and have a comprehensive selection of user programs. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (16 February 2004)
Thermal and optical combine for monitoring
Remote equipment inspections are made easier with Mikron Infrared's new DualVision 724 remote monitoring system for substations.
News from Mikron Infrared (16 February 2004)
Enclosures approved for hazardous areas
Alukom-Ex hazardous area enclosures are manufactured in accordance with KEMA 02ATEX2054 /2054U, EN 50014/19/20, EN50281-1-1 and CE0344.
News from OKW Enclosures (16 February 2004)
Welding supply senses its mains
A new OrbiLogic option on Orbimat 160C orbital welding power supplies allows the machine to be run from either 110 or 230V supplies with no changes required to the power supply.
News from Orbimatic (16 February 2004)
Certification for BTEC courses
Spirax Sarco's BTEC courses have been upgraded from BTEC Awards to BTEC Certificates.
News from Spirax Sarco (16 February 2004)
Diaphragm pumps tackle chemical duties
New Dryfast Ultra 2 torr chemical duty (oil-free) diaphragm pumps are ideal for distilling, drying and concentrating.
News from Welch Rietschle Thomas (16 February 2004)
Consultancy focuses on mechanical design
Wilde Mechanical is a new company set up to provide a full range of mechanical design services, from concept design to post production.
News from Wilde FEA (16 February 2004)
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