News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 March
to Saturday 20 March 2004
Product brochures to take away in Chinese
Amot has produced its first control valve product brochures in Chinese, to support the company's office near Shanghai and its increased activity in the region. Brochure Available
News from AMOT (19 March 2004)
DROs handle wear and tear of training work
User Application Article Joanne Naylor believes that it is very important for trainee production engineers and machine operators to be competent manual machinists before they are allowed anywhere near a CNC machine tool.
News from ACI (UK) (19 March 2004)
Stress tester is a concrete idea for Bison
User Application Article The Digiforce stress tester operates on the principle that when a tensioned cable or wire is struck it vibrates at a frequency relative to its tensile stress. Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (19 March 2004)
Protective relay testers set the standard
MPRT universal protective relay test systems are claimed to set new standards for convenience, performance and reliability in protective relay testing. Brochure Available
News from Megger (19 March 2004)
Winning cadets receive robotics assistance
Young cadets from 870 (Dreghorn) Squadron in Edinburgh are the UK Grand Champions in the 7th series of Robot Wars on Channel 5.
News from BAE Systems (19 March 2004)
CFD package aims for market supremacy
The latest version of the Star-CD CFD package offers users many new features and associated benefits.
News from CD-adapco (19 March 2004)
Resin maker builds for SLA system
3D Systems Corp has entered into a nonexclusive royalty-bearing development and distribution agreement with Dreve, a developer and manufacturer of resins.
News from 3D Systems Europe (19 March 2004)
Small and Owen take charge of UK operation
Graham Small and Mark Owen have been appointed as the new management team of Datwyler (UK) and will jointly run the Swindon-based company.
News from Datwyler (UK) (19 March 2004)
BorgWarner picks collaboration solution
BorgWarner has deployed ActiveProduct from Framework Technologies to manage its engineering collaboration environment and synchronise its worldwide product development organisation with its suppliers.
News from Framework Technologies (19 March 2004)
DMM kit includes infra-red thermoneter and case
A new money-saving combo kit combines a top-of-the-range 170 series digital multimeter (DMM) with thermocouple and a handheld infra-red thermometer. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (19 March 2004)
Power relay switches 30A safely
The 66 series power relay provides the opportunity to incorporate high current devices into products and equipment while complying with increasingly stringent safety standards.
News from Finder (19 March 2004)
Compact AC motor keeps its cool
The AC65 compact AC motor is designed to resist damage caused by heat buildup and "dirty voltage" spikes from lower speed operation while under torque load.
News from Groschopp (19 March 2004)
Actuator claims performance and endurance
A size 11 captive linear actuator is the latest addition to the growing hybrid motor line from Haydon Switch and Instrument.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument (19 March 2004)
Ethernet interfaces aid data acquisition
The D Series of digital data recorders from Heim Data Systems features Ethernet compatibility.
News from Heim Data Systems (19 March 2004)
Open day to showcase spring technology
The Institute of Spring Technology will be opening its doors on Thursday 20th May 2004 between 0900 and 1500 BST for customers in the spring industry supply chain to view the facilities.
News from Institute Of Spring Technology (19 March 2004)
New interface leads software refinements
CADfix 6.0 is the latest version of the leading engineering data interoperability solution.
News from ITI (19 March 2004)
Server supports third-party HMIs
GE Fanuc human-machine interface (HMI) technology can now be integrated with the Wonderware Industrial Application Server.
News from Invensys Wonderware (19 March 2004)
ArchestrA technology establishes foothold
Customer adoption of ArchestrA technology is accelerating with repetitive rollouts on Invensys projects and new Wonderware software products that add value to multivendor, legacy system installations.
News from Invensys Wonderware (19 March 2004)
Upgrade for constant pressure sample receivers
The new Jiskoot range of constant pressure sample receivers offers an impressive array of improvements over the previous models, including higher pressure and lower temperature ratings.
News from Jiskoot (19 March 2004)
Hughes lends advice to chemicals sector
Dr Glyn Hughes has joined the Process Industries Centre for Manufacturing Excellence (PICME) as a senior adviser with special responsibility for the chemicals sector.
News from PICME (19 March 2004)
Packages link design data with SQL databases
Cadd-2-SQL, DXF-2-SQL and Cadd-2-Reports are a unique development in the world of CADD business operations as they are based entirely on SQL database technology.
News from Sundreams Software (19 March 2004)
Float switches meet highest ATEX specs
TAV Engineering can now offer full ATEX certification, to the highest industry specification EExd 11C T110C, on its range of float switches, displacers, contents gauges and valves.
News from TAV Engineering (19 March 2004)
Longer range for noncontact level sensor
The latest addition to the Vega range of two-wire process radar gauges is aimed specifically for solids-level and long-range measurement. Brochure Available
News from Vega Controls UK (19 March 2004)
Seminar looks at tools for FEA and CFD
Wilde FEA is to host a free seminar on 23rd March in Coventry focusing on the latest AI Environment and Icem-CFD meshing tools for FEA and CFD applications.
News from Wilde FEA (19 March 2004)
Easier alignment for gas detection system
A new alignment system for the Sieger Searchline Excel open-path gas detection system from Zellweger Analytics reduces sensor set up time and guarantees optimum sensor performance.
News from Honeywell Analytics (19 March 2004)
Quality system meets latest grade
Luxtron Corp has successfully transitioned from the ISO9000 standard to the latest ISO9001:2000 certification.
News from LumaSense Technologies (19 March 2004)
SolidWorks/Catia translator goes either way
Cat5Works V1.0a is a new bidirectional SolidWorks/Catia V5 translator.
News from CCE (18 March 2004)
Infra-red camera gains tough military option
Cedip Infrared Systems is now offering a new version of its Jade Long Range camera in a ruggedised and sealed housing. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (18 March 2004)
Single online source for pumps and parts
Pumpparts.net is a new gateway to single-source procurement enabling users to order all their pumps and pump parts online.
News from Ceetak Engineering (18 March 2004)
Beijing show is intro to Chinese market
Colder Products Company will introduce its products and services to the Chinese market for the first time at AchemAsia, Beijing, from 11th to 15th May 2004.
News from Colder Products (18 March 2004)
Chassis fastener showcased by user
User Application Article A Shropshire-based manufacturer was so impressed by a new supplier's truck-chassis-fastening solution that it will showcase the application a forthcoming industry exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (18 March 2004)
Prize for outstanding work in measurement
Nominations are now open for the IEE Measurement Prize, sponsored by the National Physical Laboratory. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (18 March 2004)
Exhibition prepares for manufacturing growth
There has never been a better time to catch up with the recent advances in technology that will be unveiled at this year's MACH exhibition.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (18 March 2004)
Welding gun aims for global dominance
MK Products has intensified its effort to provide premier welding equipment on a global scale.
News from MK Products (18 March 2004)
Virtual instrumentation tour goes worldwide
The NIDays 2003-2004 worldwide conference on virtual instrumentation will reach 39 countries and 61 cities worldwide. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (18 March 2004)
Pair to expand PLM offerings
Dassault Systemes and Noesis Solutions have signed a Component Application Architecture Version 5 (CAA V5) Software partnership to expand and complement Dassault Systemes' V5 PLM offering.
News from Noesis Solutions (18 March 2004)
Gyro sensor has rugged MEMS core
The GR-150 gyro sensor features a rugged MEMS sensor core designed to provide an absolute analogue voltage proportional to spin rate, regardless of orientation to gravity or linear acceleration.
News from Newtron Technologies (18 March 2004)
Time and cost-saving benefits for SD Engineering
User Application Article SD Engineering is a company on the move, and a key element in that strategy is the use of CAD/CAM technology from Radan Computational. Brochure Available
News from Radan Computational (18 March 2004)
Supports aid ballscrew applications
Steinmeyer has developed two new series of industry standard support bearing assemblies for its miniature ball screw product line.
News from Steinmeyer (18 March 2004)
Interface level transmitter makes life easier
The Vegaflex 67 is a new-generation sensor designed specifically for liquids interface level measurement. Brochure Available
News from Vega Controls UK (18 March 2004)
Metric steel eye nuts join the range
Metric steel eye nuts are now available from JW Winco.
News from Winco (18 March 2004)
Local MBO takes over drives and motors franchise
Advanced Power Drive Systems (APDS) in Bristol has taken over from Central Electrical as ABB Drives Alliance and ABB Motor Service Partner for the Southwest of England.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (17 March 2004)
Versatile reader shows up at MACH
Absolute Vision will use MACH 2004 to demonstrate its new handheld multi-symbology code reader, the AV2 Phasor, for high-speed omni-directional decoding.
News from Absolute Vision (17 March 2004)
Stainless construction for worm-style gearboxes
A new a range of all-stainless-steel gearboxes for electric motors provides machine builders with optimal speed-reducing solutions for clean-area automation such as conveyors. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (17 March 2004)
Charging system goes up a level
Chloride Motive Power has made what it reckons is an exciting new breakthrough in charger room systems.
News from Exide Technologies (17 March 2004)
Keyboard switch halves lead times
User Application Article By switching to Danielson for its membrane keyboards, medical equipment manufacturer Thermo Electron has not only slashed its lead times, it has also improved its own product delivery.
News from Danielson (UK) (17 March 2004)
Simple protection for vehicle wiring harnesses
The Otter Controls B4 Series vehicle harness protector provides a simple connection when placed in series with the wiring harness.
News from Davidon Industries (17 March 2004)
New dimension in benchtop measurement
The Smartscope Flash 200 is a versatile, benchtop, noncontact measuring system that combines state-of-the-art video and autofocus.
News from OGP UK (17 March 2004)
Software speeds noncontact measurement
The recently introduced Starlite noncontact measuring system from OGP is available with Gage-X, feature packed dimensional metrology software with an extensive array of measurement tools.
News from OGP UK (17 March 2004)
Account management is key to long-term success
After 37 years in operation Economatics has completely re-engineered its operation to address a growing need from UK customers.
News from Economatics Industrial (17 March 2004)
Locking system monitors its environment
The recently introduced ELM electronic locking system from Emka is also a great aid to improved awareness of the environmental status of remote equipment, such as roadside cabinet installations. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (17 March 2004)
Hannover Fair tickets available online
Planning a visit to Hannover Fair 2004 is now even easier and more cost-effective by booking tickets online.
News from Hannover Messe (17 March 2004)
Paper slitter converts to electric drive
User Application Article Swapping from pneumatic power to an electric cylinder has slashed maintenance time on a slitter positioning system for one of the country's most successful paper mills. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (17 March 2004)
Polymers put through their paces
A special presentation during K 2004 will illustrate the contribution of polymers to sporting excellence.
News from International Trade Shows Link (17 March 2004)
Approval for dust emissions monitor
The Land Model 4500 MkII+ dust emissions monitor has been granted MCerts approval for continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMs) by the UK Environment Agency. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (17 March 2004)
Fittings help novel knee brace take the strain
User Application Article The ability to handle high pressures, light weight and flexibility were the essential requirements when the Penske company was sourcing components for its high-tech knee brace. Brochure Available
News from Lee Products (17 March 2004)
New wave in LED lighting
MG-Wave is a next-generation LED lighting system delivering state-of-the-art lighting and lens conditions.
News from Moritex Europe (17 March 2004)
Dewpoint sensor works at higher temperatures
A novel cooled mirror dewpoint sensor is capable of high temperature measurements. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (17 March 2004)
Maths package calculates shaft-hub coupling forces
Calculation of force shaft-hub couplings has been added to the Mitcalc engineering calculation package.
News from Mitcalc (17 March 2004)
Object-oriented modelling kernel for the future
IntegrityWare describes its new modelling kernel, Solids++, as "the object-oriented modelling kernel of the future".
News from nPower Software (17 March 2004)
Laser drills cut dense arrays quickly
High-speed laser drilling systems can now produce dense arrays of holes from 5 to 100 microns diameter with exceptional precision at the unprecedented rate of 250-plus holes per second.
News from Oxford Lasers (17 March 2004)
Three-layer approach delivers wireless security
RadioLinx responds to growing concerns about wireless security by providing three layers of technology for the ultimate safeguarding of wireless networks and data.
News from ProSoft Technology (17 March 2004)
Standstill and speed monitor simplifies safety
The PNOZ ms1p is a standstill and speed monitor for use with the unique PNOZmulti software-configurable safety controller.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (17 March 2004)
Configurable safety relay protects DNA research
User Application Article When refurbishing vital flood-damaged research equipment at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute engineers looked for a way to safeguard against a repeat occurrence.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (17 March 2004)
Website helps save lungs
A new website aids in the specification of fume extraction systems for use with laser marking, engraving, welding and cutting systems.
News from Purex International (17 March 2004)
Nonstick coating boosts bag production
User Application Article A hard-wearing nonstick Apticote coating has eliminated the need for a costly PTFE tape, reduced machine downtime and saved energy, for bag manufacturer Parkside International.
News from Poeton Industries (17 March 2004)
Distribution deal covers sensors and more
Process Parameters has been appointed as the official distributor for Gefran CRL in the South Central region of the UK.
News from Process Parameters (17 March 2004)
Fluid handling system cuts cooking time
User Application Article A PDX fluid handling system installed in a pilot plant has reduced cooking times for sauces by up to 95%, and clean-down time between batches is also around 80% lower.
News from Pursuit Dynamics (17 March 2004)
Read all about nanopositioning
The all new 2004 PI "Nanopositioning" supplement catalogue is now available. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (17 March 2004)
Shafts and couplings find naval applications
Renold Hi-Tec Couplings is about to complete two major contracts for power transmission shafts and couplings, to be installed in main propulsion drive systems on military fighting ships.
News from Renold Hi-Tec Couplings (17 March 2004)
Elastomer products formulated for bondability
The first in a new series of functional thermoplastic elastomer compounds are formulated for specific properties and optimised performance.
News from RTP Company (17 March 2004)
Stainless-steel tubes for high temperature service
The range of special stainless-steel tubes for high temperature service, held in stock by Sandvik Materials Technology, has been extended with the addition of 27 sizes in AISI grade 310S/310H.
News from Sandvik Materials Technology UK (17 March 2004)
New filling machine keeps it green
Stevens Industrial Services has made a further investment in its environmentally sound products policy with the installation of a new filling machine that obviates the need for CFC propellants.
News from Stevens Industrial Services (17 March 2004)
Pressure regulators for accuracy and consistency
Three new families of pressure regulators offer a choice of pressure-reducing, back-pressure and vaporising types.
News from Swagelok (17 March 2004)
Digital pressure gauges on show in Leeds
UK Instruments and Controls will exhibit Ashcroft Digigauge digital pressure gauges on Stand 520 at Instrumentation North 2004 in Leeds, on the 28th and 29th April 2004.
News from UK Instruments and Controls (17 March 2004)
Software tool turns PDAs into 'teach' pendants
Alpha gear drives is introducing its new pockeTern software toolkit, a portable version of its powerful proTern software.
News from Alpha Gear Drives (16 March 2004)
Web-based learning platform now supports JSP
Adept Scientific is releasing MapleNet 2.0, developed by Maplesoft, the leading source of mathematical software for educators, researchers and professionals. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (16 March 2004)
Mixers and emulsifiers cover most possibilities
A range of single and multi-stage in-line mixer/emulsifiers can be supplied by Advanced Engineering (Middleton) Ltd.
News from Advanced Engineering (Middleton) (16 March 2004)
Miniature bayonet connectors added to range
Aerco is now stocking the AB05 military specification connectors from AB Electronics that are fully approved to the stringent requirements of Defence Standard 59-35 (Part 1) section 3, Pattern 105.
News from Aerco (16 March 2004)
Filters built with your choice of material
Aerco is now offering an extended range of filter materials so that filter assemblies can be provided to protect and optimise the performance of virtually any application.
News from Aerco (16 March 2004)
Multiphysics software aids production of flares
User Application Article Algor is supplying FEA-based multiphysics software to Kilgore Flares Company LLC, the largest supplier of military countermeasure (decoy) flares to the United States Department of Defence.
News from Algor (16 March 2004)
Rack-mount AC-DC system has a wealth of features
Advanced Power Conversion is introducing the APC-16PD, a low-profile 19inch rack-mount AC-DC power system that provides an exceptionally compact, feature-rich solution supporting battery back-up.
News from Powerstax (16 March 2004)
Autodesk Inventor hits number-one slot yet again
Autodesk is announcing that the Autodesk Inventor Series continues its reign as the world's best selling 3D mechanical design software for a third year.
News from Autodesk (16 March 2004)
Pulsation dampener avoids corrosion problems
The Revolution pulsation dampener from Blacoh Fluid Control features threaded housings that screw together - eliminating the need for metal fasteners that are subject to corrosion.
News from Blacoh Fluid Control (16 March 2004)
Cunning device avoids spills and saves product
The patented Blacoh Spill-Stop is designed specifically to prevent costly and hazardous chemical spills caused by diaphragm failures in air-operated diaphragm pumps.
News from Blacoh Fluid Control (16 March 2004)
Free CD shows potential for process improvements
Blacoh is offering a free demonstration CD detailing its extensive line of products designed specifically to improve pump and instrumentation performance throughout the entire process system.
News from Blacoh Fluid Control (16 March 2004)
Engine stands also handle other heavy machinery
Where there is a need to move or rotate an engine or heavy object, the Benco range of engine stands from The Brixworth Engineering Co provide handling capacities between 760kg and 20tonnes.
News from Brixworth Engineering Co (16 March 2004)
Digital oscilloscopes gain optional CompactFlash
TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is releasing a new communications interface option for the Tektronix TDS1000 and 2000 series of low-cost digital storage oscilloscopes.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (16 March 2004)
MathWorks announces dates for training courses
The MathWorks is announcing dates for its latest programme of training courses.
News from MathWorks (16 March 2004)
New factory will reduce delivery times
Carlo Gavazzi's customers in the UK could soon be benefiting from improved delivery and advanced product development following the opening of the company's new production facility in Lithuania.
News from Carlo Gavazzi (16 March 2004)
Pumps and pump parts now available online
Ceetak Engineering Ltd is launching its new 'pumpparts.net' website for pumps and pump parts.
News from Ceetak Engineering (16 March 2004)
Upgrade takes product lifecycle management further
Dassault Systemes and IBM are releasing Version 5 Release 13 (V5R13) of their product lifecycle management (PLM) portfolio, comprising Catia, Enovia and Smarteam.
News from Dassault Systemes (16 March 2004)
Recycled nylon 6 could be used for inlet manifolds
DuPont Engineering Polymers and Toyota Motor Corp are confirming the feasibility of DuPont Composite Recycle Technology as a means to reclaim and reuse nylon 6 from automotive air intake manifolds.
News from DuPont (UK) (16 March 2004)
New antenna targets industrial 2.4GHz applications
Embedded Antenna Design Ltd is launching an antenna for industrial 2.4GHz applications.
News from Embedded Antenna Design (16 March 2004)
Esab helps shipbuilding return to Tyneside
User Application Article When the Wallsend, Newcastle, yard of Swan Hunter Ltd closed in 1994, it appeared to be the end of shipbuilding on the river Tyne. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (16 March 2004)
Database expands with one million French patents
FIZ Karlsruhe is adding the new bibliographic patent database Francepat to its comprehensive product portfolio. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (16 March 2004)
Faraday publishes round-up of plastics research
Faraday Plastics is publishing the first full-scale review of plastics-related research in the UK funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Council (EPSRC).
News from Faraday Plastics (16 March 2004)
Soft starter eliminates shear-pin stoppages
User Application Article Employing a Fairford QFE soft starter to overcome shock loads when starting an agitator in a 15-tonne hopper has enabled Bayer CropScience to solve a problem of mechanical shearpin breakage.
News from Fairford Electronics (16 March 2004)
Report shows rising market for bakery equipment
Despite its maturity, participants in the European industrial food processing equipment market are confident of slow but steady revenue growth, according to a new study by Frost and Sullivan.
News from Frost and Sullivan (16 March 2004)
CFD helps produce the fastest swimsuit yet
User Application Article Fluent has been working with Speedo International, the world's leading swimwear brand, to bring Formula One design methodologies to the Olympic swimming pool.
News from Fluent (16 March 2004)
Add-on for AutoCAD automates tolerance analysis
Geomate is releasing ToleranceCalc 3.0, an innovative tolerance stack-up and manufacturing quality analysis wizard for AutoDesk Inventor and AutoCAD Mechanical applications.
News from Geomate (16 March 2004)
Companies to demonstrate mobile CAD at CeBIT
GiveMePower Corporation is teaming up with IBM Corporation as one of four business solutions to be showcased in Intel's "Inside Your Digital Life: Intel" exhibit at CeBIT 2004.
News from GiveMePower Corporation (16 March 2004)
Digital crash test dummies to be developed
Abaqus is entering into an agreement with First Technology Safety Systems (FTSS), under the terms of which FTSS will develop a suite of crash test dummy models to support crashworthiness simulations.
News from Abaqus (16 March 2004)
Instrumentation helps to recreate Wright Flyer
User Application Article A century after Ohio brothers Orville and Wilbur Wright first flew their Wright Flyer at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Ohioans again played a major role in the history of flight.
News from Honeywell Sensing and Control (16 March 2004)
Honeywell to supply automation for BP's Cannonball
Honeywell Process Solutions is to work with BP in Trinidad and Tobago (bpTT) to supply an extensive automation solution for bpTT's Cannonball Development Project, located offshore Trinidad.
News from Honeywell Industry Solutions (16 March 2004)
New plant to produce 14 tonnes of cheese per day
Invensys APV is to undertake a multi-million Danish Kroner contract to build a new cheese production plant at the Them Co-operative Dairy in Silkeborg, Denmark.
News from APV (16 March 2004)
Product lifecycle management on show at CeBIT
IBM and Dassault Systemes will showcase their Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Solutions at CeBIT 2004 in Hannover, Germany from March 18 to 24.
News from IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions (16 March 2004)
No engineering super-institute for the time being
The IEE, IIE and IMechE have decided that the creation of a single institute from the three institutions is not the best way of delivering benefits to members, the profession and employers. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (16 March 2004)
IEE Faraday Medal goes to Professor Peter Grant
The IEE is awarding its highest honour, the Faraday Medal, to Professor Peter Grant, head of the school of engineering and electronics at the University of Edinburgh. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (16 March 2004)
Cartesian robots work well above conveyors
New from Intertronics is a range of high-power, servo driven, gantry style Cartesian dispensing robots with working areas up to 812 x 610mm.
News from Intertronics (16 March 2004)
Fibre optic backplane connector aimed at military
ITT Industries, Cannon is introducing a new fibre optic backplane connector at the 2004 Optical Fiber Conference. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions (16 March 2004)
Industrial control exhibitions include free lunch
A series of exhibitions 'Advances in Industrial Control' is being organised for several locations around the UK.
News from Industrial Measurement and Control (16 March 2004)
Speakers to present innovation for housewares
Inventables is providing guest speakers for the 2004 International Home and Housewares show; the subject will be "Brain Candy for Housewares Designers: Innovation with New Materials and Technologies".
News from Inventables (16 March 2004)
Piezoresistive pressure sensor is ultra-compact
The new miniature piezoresistive pressure sensor Type 4005A from Kistler is ideal for measurements in intake ports, gas exchange investigations and other static pressure measurements.
News from Kistler Instruments (16 March 2004)
Six channels of temperature data direct to a PC
The six-channel temperature measurement VIPod101/T measures temperature using any thermocouple and shows the results on a PC screen.
News from Kyle Electronic Design (16 March 2004)
Module provides for low-cost wireless links
When wires cannot be run for practical or economic reasons, the Wireless Link Module (WLM) provides accurate and reliable wireless connectivity between remote field sites.
News from Moore Industries International (16 March 2004)
Proportional valves gain DeviceNet connectivity
Norgren is adding more functionality to its popular VP51 range of proportional valves with the addition of DeviceNet capabilities.
News from Norgren (16 March 2004)
Calliper brake will not fade with time
Nexen Group is introducing its new Air Champ VC500 calliper brake that gives zero reduction in brake torque over the life of the friction facings due the rear amplifier linkage design.
News from Nexen Group (16 March 2004)
Advanced Computer Solutions joins open alliance
Advanced Computer Solutions, owner and distributor of Caddie, is joining the Open Design Alliance, a non-profit industry consortium committed to promoting open formats for the exchange of CAD data.
News from Open Design Alliance (16 March 2004)
Omniflex receives glowing review from BNFL
Further to the successful Procurement Vendor Desktop Assessment conducted on Omniflex Limited by BNFL in January 2004, Omniflex Limited has been recognuised as a preferred supplier. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (16 March 2004)
Redesigned weld purge meter is most advanced yet
Orbimatic is upgrading its weld purge meter, which makes it the most advanced device of its type available today.
News from Orbimatic (16 March 2004)
New material boosts laser power and quality
Pro-Lite Technology LLP is introducing laser grade Spectralon from Labsphere, a thermoplastic with diffuse, high reflectance which promotes increased laser power and improved beam quality.
News from Pro-Lite Technology (16 March 2004)
Modules make it easy to add DNP to ControlLogix
ProSoft Technology's DNP 3.0 modules are single-slot, backplane-compatible solutions for the Allen-Bradley's ControlLogix, SLC, PLC and FLEX I/O platforms.
News from ProSoft Technology (16 March 2004)
DF1 duplex master capability for ControlLogix
ProSoft Technology's MVI56-DFCM, DF1 communication modules are the fastest and easiest way to add DF1 half/full duplex master capability to the ControlLogix platform.
News from ProSoft Technology (16 March 2004)
Recycling scheme is in the can thanks to P-NET
User Application Article A Scandinavian recycling company has specified P-NET (IEC 61158/4) as the fieldbus of choice to network thousands of retail outlets for the purposes of controlling the return of bottles and cans.
News from Proces-Data (UK) (16 March 2004)
Rietschle Thomas service gets better by degrees
Vacuum pump and compressor manufacturer Rietschle Thomas is engaging two new graduate engineers to support its rapidly expanding OEM customer base in the UK.
News from Rietschle Thomas (16 March 2004)
Useful tool helps install large bearings
www.MaintenanceProductsDirect.com is extending its range of mechanical tools with the introduction of the new SKF TMMH series bearing handling tool.
News from Reliability Direct (16 March 2004)
Rapra wins funds for research into filled PP
Rapra Technology has secured EU funding on behalf of a European consortium to lead the development of a low-temperature processing method for producing natural long-fibre filled propylene sheet.
News from Smithers Rapra (16 March 2004)
Tape company opens new manufacturing facility
Scapa held the official opening of its new manufacturing facilities in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester on Friday 5 March, 2004.
News from Scapa UK (16 March 2004)
New president appointed at Sercos North America
Dr Kenneth Ryan is the new president of Sercos NA, the North American trade association for the Sercos (serial realtime communications system) interface for motion control.
News from Sercos North America (16 March 2004)
Two more years in high-pressure role for Shearman
Mike Shearman, general manager of Sira's Safety Compliance business, has been re-elected Chairman of the European ATEX Notified Bodies Group (ExNBG) for a further two-year term.
News from Sira (16 March 2004)
Siemens to absorb Moeller's busbar trunking
Siemens Automation and Drives is strengthening its position in the field of switching and installation engineering through a takeover of the Moeller Busbar Trunking Systems Division, subject to the ap
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (16 March 2004)
Draw wire tranducers have user-selectable outputs
The Series 6 line of miniature draw wire transducers with FlexSignal electrical outputs is now being shipped by SpaceAge Controls.
News from SpaceAge Control (16 March 2004)
Award recognises supply and support from Schneider
Schneider Electric is officially the Best Performing Supply Only Kit Framework Supplier for the fourth quarter between October and December of 2003, according to United Utilities.
News from Schneider Electric (16 March 2004)
Free seminar on modern design and manufacture
A free seminar introducing the benefits of applying the latest technology in product design, and subsequent manufacture, is taking place in Wolverhampton on 18th March 2004.
News from Technology Innovation Centre (16 March 2004)
Rapid prototyper appoints operations manager
3T RPD Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Porter as Operations Manager, signifying further the successful growth of this rapid product development specialist.
News from 3T RPD (16 March 2004)
Split seals solve sticky problems
Patented Meco custom shaft seals are available fully split for use with machinery such as mixers, blenders, conveyors, and reactors, where direct product contact is required. Brochure Available
News from Meco Shaft Seals (16 March 2004)
New plant will assist supply of colours
Accel Corporation, a leading supplier of colour and additive concentrates to the North American plastics industry, is opening its third Accel Color manufacturing facility.
News from Accel Corp (15 March 2004)
All-in-one system for cutting and welding tube
Axxair is announcing the CC + SASL-150, the world's first all-in-one orbital cutting and welding machine.
News from Axxair (15 March 2004)
An analysis of the UK market for air compressors
Technical Background Article Geoff Taylor, managing director of Boge compressors Ltd, and immediate past president of the British Compressed Air Society, celebrates his 20th year in the compressed air industry. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (15 March 2004)
Four easy steps to saving energy and money
Technical Background Article Users of compressed air are being reminded that energy and maintenance costs associated with compressed air can be reduced by following a simple four-step approach to energy management. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (15 March 2004)
Intelligent system cuts out compressor waste
Introducing a compressed air management system to a compressed air installation is a proven method of continually monitoring energy and consumption in order to maximise site efficiency. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (15 March 2004)
Cognex to develop code-reading and low-cost vision
Cognex is forming two new product teams in order to focus engineering and marketing resources on new markets and applications for machine vision systems. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (15 March 2004)
Relaunched web site covers pumps and metering
The New 2004 Fluid Metering website covers the full line of dispensers and metering pumps for laboratory, industrial, process and OEM applications.
News from Fluid Metering (15 March 2004)
Triconex wins award for seventh consecutive year
Triconex has been recognised by the readers of Control magazine as the best manufacturer of safety and emergency shutdown systems for the process automation industry - for the seventh consecutive year
News from Invensys Triconex (15 March 2004)
Modules make ControlLogix easier to talk to
Prosoft Technology reckons its Modbus and Modbus Plus communication modules are the fastest and easiest way to connect Modbus and Modbus Plus networks to the Allen-Bradley ContolLogix System.
News from ProSoft Technology (15 March 2004)
REO publishes a free guide to transformers
REO UK is publishing a new detailed guide, which provides information about various types of transformers and their applications. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) (15 March 2004)
Dynamic simulator gains in performance
SimSci-Esscor, an operating unit of Invensys plc, is announcing version 3.2 of its Dynsim dynamic simulator, featuring increased performance, enhanced usability and interoperability.
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (15 March 2004)
Intuitive oscilloscopes are also value for money
Tektronix is launching the TDS5000B series digital phosphor oscilloscopes, featuring the industry's first customisable user interface and new context-sensitive, right mouse click menus. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (15 March 2004)
New earth bonding system has unique benefits
Ter-mate is launching a unique and original design for earth bonding that is simple to install, economically priced, flexible in application and fully tested for safety.
News from Ter-mate (15 March 2004)
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