News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 28 March
to Saturday 3 April 2004
Circuit breakers mount the DIN rail
The E-T-A range of DIN-rail circuit breakers is claimed to significantly improve equipment reliability while reducing down time.
News from Aerco ( 2 April 2004)
Batch management aids regulatory compliance
The addition of a new Batch Management option to the CitectScada package makes it easier for regulated manufacturers to comply with regulations such as FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and S88. Brochure Available
News from Citect ( 2 April 2004)
Power module attains new speeds
The ServoNut power module is a high force option for most motion chassis.
News from Bell Everman ( 2 April 2004)
Bearings bring no backlash
The SuperZ/Macro-Flexure system is a zero backlash axis bearing without linear bearings or rolling contact.
News from Bell Everman ( 2 April 2004)
Product development tool finds novel support role
User Application Article Concurrent Systems has adopted CoCreate's OneSpace.net as a tool for providing online support to its customers.
News from CoCreate Software ( 2 April 2004)
Logic controller seals out the environment
A new flush panel kit complements the Crouzet Millenium II Plus logic controller. Brochure Available
News from Crouzet ( 2 April 2004)
Resin has ideal properties for connector maker
User Application Article For its new colour-coded Aqualok connectors, ITT Cannon uses DuPont Crastin polybutylene terephthalate PBT resin.
News from DuPont (UK) ( 2 April 2004)
Chartered Engineers gain legal status
The Bar Council has approved an application by ECUK which will enable all Chartered Engineers to instruct barristers directly for advice on matters falling within their engineering discipline.
News from Engineering Council ( 2 April 2004)
F1 team specifies novel oil filter
Fluid Conditioning Systems has just completed a new Magnom design for a front-running Formula 1 team.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems ( 2 April 2004)
Tyre pressure sensor meets US legal requirements
A novel low-cost tyre pressure sensor uses proprietary, field proven technology that meets the requirements of the US Congressional TREAD (Tyre Recall Enhanced Accountability and Documentation) Act.
News from GE Thermometrics ( 2 April 2004)
Compact packaging for speedy liquid-level sensors
An enhanced series of liquid level sensors incorporate a phototransistor trigger that switches state to denote the presence or absence of liquid.
News from Honeywell Sensing and Control ( 2 April 2004)
IEE Fellows to advise UK Government
Three IEE Fellows (FIEEs) have been appointed to the UK Government's top science advisory body. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology ( 2 April 2004)
Wiring regs take in new conductor colours
The IEE has now published Amendment 2 to BS7671:2001 (the IEE Wiring Regulations), specifying new cable core colours for all new fixed wiring in UK electrical installations. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology ( 2 April 2004)
RF level switches handle virtually any application
The KCAP300 and KCAP400 are RF capacitance switches for level detection in a wide variety of challenging applications, from low dielectric bulk solids to sticky slurries.
News from K-Tek ( 2 April 2004)
Specialist ducting provides OEM opportunities
Experience in the manufacture of the highest quality electrical conduit has provided Kopex International with the expertise to provide a range of specialist ducting products. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International ( 2 April 2004)
Grid couplings have replacement covered
Maintenance crews can rely on the Lovejoy 1000 Series grid coupling - interchangeable with industry standard hubs and grid springs up to size 1200.
News from Lovejoy ( 2 April 2004)
Business benefits of engineering simulation
NAFEMS is holding its latest seminar in Warrington, UK, on 22nd April 2004, focusing on "Business benefits of engineering simulation".
News from NAFEMS ( 2 April 2004)
UK debut for absolute scale encoders
Newall Measurement Systems will be using the MACH 2004 exhibition to preview its new absolute scale encoders. Brochure Available
News from Newall Measurement Systems ( 2 April 2004)
Cutting the cost of fast steering mirrors
Optics In Motion has developed a novel fast steering mirror (FSM).
News from Optics In Motion ( 2 April 2004)
Parker Hannifin rewards seal supply
Parker Hannifin has presented the OL Sealing Group with the prestigious lifetime "Strategic Supply Partner Award".
News from Proair Solutions ( 2 April 2004)
New England MicroStation users get together
ProSoft is sponsoring the 11th Annual Conference of the New England MicroStation Users Group on 29th-30th April 2004 at the Cliff House Resort in Ogunquit, Maine.
News from ProSoft ( 2 April 2004)
Upgrade for spiral bevel gearbox range
The new PowerGear range of spiral bevel gearboxes combines the best features of the old Universal and Power Gear ranges, each produced to meet with a specific torque/speed spectrum. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks ( 2 April 2004)
Bluetooth solution for medical devices
The Polytel System is an off-the-shelf Bluetooth product that transmits wireless data from a device to the Internet.
News from Polymount International BV ( 2 April 2004)
Roller guides boost linear performance
The SRG15 is the latest addition to THK's long-lasting and maintenance-free Super Roller Guide range.
News from THK UK ( 2 April 2004)
Robots aim for food industry applications
TM Robotics has joined forces with systems integrator AMT and Union Food Machinery to launch the Toshiba Machine SR-654HSP and SR-854HSP robots to the UK food industry. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) ( 2 April 2004)
Electric valve actuators available from stock
UK Process Valves is now the exclusive stocking agent for the Asahi range of electric valve actuators.
News from UK Process Valves ( 2 April 2004)
Approval is a first for gas detection system
The Sieger Searchline Excel open path gas detection system has achieved independent hazardous area and performance approval from Factory Mutual (FM).
News from Honeywell Analytics ( 2 April 2004)
GSM modem aids remote metering
Water meter manufacturers can now offer all the cost saving benefits of remote automated meter reading via a mobile network by bolting on the latest GSM modem from Jekyll. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology ( 1 April 2004)
Small is beautiful in the pump industry
Ceetak Engineering has won the "Small Business of the Year" category at the 2004 BPMA Pump Industry Awards.
News from Ceetak Engineering ( 1 April 2004)
Collaboration software makes the finals
eWeek magazine has named OneSpace.net as one of three finalists in the Enterprise Collaboration and Messaging category for the 2004 eWeek Excellence Awards.
News from CoCreate Software ( 1 April 2004)
Differential pressure sensor claims new standards
The new Rosemount 951 dry gas differential pressure transmitter delivers superior performance and cost savings for dry gas applications.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Measurement ( 1 April 2004)
Distribution network has China covered
Ametek/Lloyd Instruments continues to expand its franchised distributor network across China to ensure customers get the very latest materials testing equipment.
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 1 April 2004)
Training addresses skills gap
Twenty employees from a Shropshire manufacturing business have recently achieved National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) in metal processing and allied operations. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems ( 1 April 2004)
X-ray power supply integrates beam current control
The HiGen 60 range are the latest family of power modules from HiTek Power for use in X-ray generation applications.
News from HiTek Power ( 1 April 2004)
Emergency stop buttons fail to safe position
The new concept XA and XW emergency stops ensure universal safety in all applications.
News from Idec Electronics ( 1 April 2004)
Intelligent cyborgs at the IEE
Whether robots are about to take over the world will be discussed at an upcoming debate at the IEE, at 1900 BST on Monday 19th April 2004 at IEE Savoy Place in London. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology ( 1 April 2004)
Module covers transmission of measurement signals
Logis-Tech Associates now delivers a Higher National module (nationally recognised SQA certified short course) on "transmission of measurement signals" by distance learning. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates ( 1 April 2004)
HNC in engineering by distance learning
HNC courses in engineering by open/distance learning are ideal for those who are unable to attend college on either a full-time or part-time basis. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates ( 1 April 2004)
HNC course in mechanical engineering
An HNC course in mechanical engineering by open/distance learning is ideal for those who are unable to attend college on either a full-time or part-time basis. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates ( 1 April 2004)
New standards claimed for optical mounts
Suprema Series kinematic optical mounts are claimed to set a new performance standard in a modular precision optical mount for today's demanding research, development and industrial OEM applications. Brochure Available
News from Newport Spectra-Physics ( 1 April 2004)
Stainless-steel clutches to clean up food sector
A new range of stainless-steel torque-limiting clutches is ideal for use in food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
News from Mayr Transmissions ( 1 April 2004)
Rigid polyurethane offers strength and style
User Application Article The versatility of shape, inherent from the excellent fluidity of rigid polyurethane as cold cast, has been used to advantage by the designers at On-Line Instrumentation.
News from Norse Precision Castings ( 1 April 2004)
Actuator upgrade adds intelligence to gas terminal
User Application Article Rotork is installing new electric actuators on around 300 major valves during a strategic modernisation and upgrade programme at the National Grid Transco gas terminal at Bacton in Norfolk.
News from Rotork Controls ( 1 April 2004)
Two out of three for high integrity control system
The RTP2300T HICS high integrity control system ensures the highest integrity and the highest availability of user data.
News from RTP Corp ( 1 April 2004)
Power entry modules simplify system design
A new range of PCB-mounting power-inlet modules offer valuable space, process and logistic benefits compared with conventional wired types. Brochure Available
News from Schurter ( 1 April 2004)
Rotating torque sensor handles high radial loads
A new rotating torque sensor from Sensor Developments is capable of withstanding very high radial loads to its rotating shaft structure.
News from Sensor Developments ( 1 April 2004)
Software puts PDFs to better use
AcroXchange is a novel package that converts Adobe PDF and Illustrator (AI V9+) files into popular CAD, technical illustration, raster and web-ready formats.
News from Tailor Made Software ( 1 April 2004)
Mass spectrometry checks photoresist purity
Agilent Technologies has developed a simple, reliable method for measuring metal impurities at ultratrace levels in photoresist samples.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (31 March 2004)
Design show is high-profile launchpad
Autodesk is supporting one of the liveliest and most eagerly watched design award shows of the year.
News from Autodesk (31 March 2004)
Printer puts PAT results on barcode labels
Big cost and time savings in portable appliance (PAT) testing are offered by a new low-cost barcode label printer for use with the popular PAT4 Mk3 tester. Brochure Available
News from Megger (31 March 2004)
Reverse engineering saves in jet engine repair
User Application Article Brookhouse Patterns has helped British Airways achieve an in-house, cost-effective repair of a damaged Boeing 777 engine at its London Heathrow workshops.
News from Brookhouse Holdings (31 March 2004)
Flowmeter and valve provide critical flow control
User Application Article A Coriolis flowmeter and control valve have been used to provide the critical flow control elements on the VCM hazardous ingredient delivery line to a PVC production research reactor.
News from Bronkhorst (31 March 2004)
Copper-nickel alloy keeps hulls foul-free
Currently on show at the Daily Mail Ideal Home Show is a revolutionary concept in either residential or commercial applications of a floating building.
News from Copper Development Association (31 March 2004)
Catia V5 users gain bolt-on CFD packages
Two new computational fluid dynamics "add-ins" aim to bring the benefit of advanced CFD technology to users of Catia V5.
News from CD-adapco (31 March 2004)
Upgrade aims for full interoperability
Cyco Software is to provide full support for AutoCAD 2005.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (31 March 2004)
Group to target CADCAM consultancy projects
Delcam has formed a new Professional Services Group to undertake larger consultancy projects for users of the company's Power Solution CADCAM software. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (31 March 2004)
CAM software gains extra post-processing power
PM-Post is a new post-processing system that runs automatically from within Delcam's PowerMill CAM software to process CL data into a tape file appropriate to the selected machine tool control. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (31 March 2004)
CMM upgrades boost productivity
Users of Poli CMMs fitted with EPC Power control systems can now upgrade the system to increase vectoring speed and reduce measuring cycles.
News from Europac Metrology (31 March 2004)
ATEX dust approval for sounders and beacons
European Safety Systems (E2S) has been granted an extension to its ATEX approval for its entire BEx range of EEx d and EEx de sounders, loudspeakers, beacons and combined sounder/beacons.
News from European Safety Systems (31 March 2004)
Committee to market Foundation Fieldbus in India
The Fieldbus Foundation has established a marketing committee in India.
News from Fieldbus Foundation (31 March 2004)
Sealing success subsea for BP
User Application Article A leaking sea-bed flanged connection has been successfully repaired using Furmanite leak sealing technology, installed by ROV, at 500m depth for BP in the Foinaven field, west of Shetland.
News from Furmanite International (31 March 2004)
CFD software chosen for educational programme
Fluent has been selected as the CFD provider for the Partners for the Advancement of Collaborative Engineering Education (PACE) Programme.
News from Fluent (31 March 2004)
Handheld hygrometer goes on show
The new GE Panametrics PM880 handheld portable hygrometer can be seen for the first time in the UK on stand 1E50B at Total Processing and Packaging.
News from GE Sensing - Panametrics (31 March 2004)
Utility brings design software together
A new utility closely couples the University of Glasgow Speed electrical machine design software with Infolytica's in-house finite element electromagnetics design package MagNet.
News from Infolytica (31 March 2004)
MSc in maintenance by distance learning
Logis-Tech Associates now supports an MSc in maintenance using distance learning (accredited by a Scottish University). Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (31 March 2004)
Distance learning module covers vibration analysis
A Higher National module (nationally recognised SQA certified short course) on "vibration analysis" is now available by distance learning. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (31 March 2004)
HNC module covers programmable controllers
Logis-Tech Associates now delivers a Higher National (nationally recognised SQA certified short course) module on "programmable controllers" by distance learning. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (31 March 2004)
Module covers mathematics for engineers
A new Higher National module (nationally recognised SQA certified short course) on "mathematics for engineers" is now available by distance learning. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (31 March 2004)
Higher National module on gas turbines
A Higher National module (nationally recognised SQA certified short course) on "gas turbines" is now available by distance learning from Logis-Tech Associates. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (31 March 2004)
New grouping brings software resources together
Licom Systems, Radan Computational and Huckerby Royall Systems have been brought together with the formation of Planit Solutions, the engineering software division of Planit Holdings. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam (31 March 2004)
Silicone sponge for food and drug applications
MagniCell MCA is a fully FDA-compliant silicone sponge, available in strip, cord, custom extruded profile and continuous sheet rolls.
News from MTI Leewood (31 March 2004)
Job prospects in manufacturing disappointing
Second quarter research released by Manpower shows job prospects in the manufacturing sector are positive but well below the national average.
News from Manpower (31 March 2004)
Digital gauge is accurate about low forces
The BG012 is a new ultra-low-capacity digital force gauge that tests up to 50g at full scale, with a resolution of 0.02g and +/-0.2% accuracy.
News from Mark-10 (31 March 2004)
New scanning stages at Analytica
Prior Scientific will be showing several new products for the first time at Analytica in May. Brochure Available
News from Prior Scientific (31 March 2004)
OEM solutions for vision and inspection
Prior has developed a variety of OEM solutions by entering into partnership agreements with clients that require the design, manufacture and supply of specialised, bespoke systems. Brochure Available
News from Prior Scientific (31 March 2004)
Vapour analyser checks out gaseous contaminants
Shown for the first time at Pittcon 2004, the new InfraRan specific vapour analyser from Wilks Enterprise is a low cost, portable instrument for the detection and measurement of gaseous contaminants i
News from Quantitech (31 March 2004)
Website gives more info on Queen's Awards
The Queen's Awards for Enterprise has relaunched its website to help encourage more companies to apply for the UK's most prestigious business honour.
News from Queen's Awards for Enterprise (31 March 2004)
Study looks into control for unmanned air vehicles
A new study will look into the technologies required to develop environmental control systems for the current and next generations of unmanned air vehicles.
News from RFT Systems (Aerospace) (31 March 2004)
PLC takes on Hydraulic control
The 1756-HYD02 is a two-axis hydraulic module for the ControlLogix platform.
News from Rockwell Automation (31 March 2004)
Curtain provides cost-effective protection
The MiniProtect MP2100 protective light curtain provides reliable, cost effective Type 2 guarding on equipment where low risk factors have been assessed.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (31 March 2004)
Automotive technology solves agricultural dilemma
User Application Article In a great example of technology transfer and product adaptability, SKF has taken a specialist automotive bearing design and used it to solve a problem in an agricultural application. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (31 March 2004)
UK exclusive on Japanese steppers and servos
Smartdrive has been appointed as the exclusive UK distributor for the Motortronics ranges of stepper motors, servomotors, resolvers and encoders from Japanese manufacturer Tamagawa.
News from SmartDrive (31 March 2004)
Easy automation of visual inspection
The new Osiview vision system continues the Telemecanique Global Detection range objective of providing users with sensing solutions that offer simplicity through innovation.
News from Schneider Electric (31 March 2004)
Simple liquid flowmeters for OEMs
Titan 800-1000 Series Pelton wheel mini-turbine units provide a fail safe fully adjustable solid-state flow switch output, or a pulsed output proportional to flow. Brochure Available
News from Titan Enterprises (31 March 2004)
Jumpers set for Swiss trains
Tyco Electronics has won a contract from Bombardier to provide 15/25kV cable assemblies as well as inter-car jumpers for the new ICN2 tilting trains in Switzerland. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics UK (31 March 2004)
Free rapid product development seminars
3T RPD has revealed dates and venues for a new series of free rapid product development seminars.
News from 3T RPD (31 March 2004)
Free evaluation for Windows CAD package
Varicad has released Varicad 9.0-2.1 Update for Windows, which includes new compatibility improvements.
News from Varicad (31 March 2004)
Precision metering at a fraction of the usual cost
H25 Metering Series hydraulically balanced diaphragm pumps are engineered to pump some of the toughest solutions imaginable at up to 4.5kl/min.
News from Wanner Engineering (31 March 2004)
Cylinder head shoulder bolts join the range
JW Winco now offers a range of cylinder head shoulder bolts.
News from Winco (31 March 2004)
Upstream measurement and control for Russian LNG
Yokogawa Electric Corp has been awarded contracts to supply the complete upstream measurement and control facilities for the Sakhalin II crude oil and natural gas development project.
News from Yokogawa UK (31 March 2004)
Fibre-free design produces robust switchboards
The Gemini range of IP66 low voltage distribution and automation switchboards is the first in the world to be moulded in thermoplastic materials using co-injection moulding techniques.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (30 March 2004)
Bibliographic software gains web publishing tool
Thomson ISI ResearchSoft has released a major upgrade to Reference Manager, the bibliographic software that streamlines research, writing and publishing for researchers worldwide. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (30 March 2004)
Software accelerates agricultural plant design
User Application Article Unverferth Manufacturing Company, a top supplier of agricultural equipment, used Algor software to speed up its design cycle and meet a tight deadline for its new Ripper-Stripper strip-till subsoiler.
News from Algor (30 March 2004)
Robust growth in Chinese high power drive market
Large investments in infrastructure and manufacturing during the past few years in China have created significant demand for high power AC drives, according to a new survey.
News from ARC Advisory Group (30 March 2004)
Mesh modification tool handles legacy models
Ansys ParaMesh 2.3 is a stand-alone software package that enables quick and easy modifications of existing meshes from engineering design tools including.
News from Ansys (30 March 2004)
Free trial for Scada suite
Citect is offering the opportunity to work with its complete new Scada v5.5 suite for free. Brochure Available
News from Citect (30 March 2004)
Support for CFD in Turkey
Blue Ridge Numerics has appointed Punto Engineering of Ankara to provide pre- and post-sales support to CFdesign prospects and customers in Turkey.
News from Blue Ridge Numerics (30 March 2004)
Local paper recognises actuator company
Camcon Technology has won the Business Excellence Award from Cambridge Evening News.
News from Camcon Technology (30 March 2004)
Founders are heroes of manufacturing
The three founders of Cognex have been selected by Fortune Magazine as "Heroes of manufacturing" for 2004. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (30 March 2004)
CD tells all about machine vision
The VisionGuide CD is a comprehensive machine vision reference and application guide, which includes a trial copy of In-Sight Explorer software. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (30 March 2004)
Filters prevent unscheduled shutdowns
User Application Article Cross automatic filters have been installed at one of the largest paperboard mills in the UK to permanently protect against the risk of expensive pump failures and plant shutdowns.
News from Cross Manufacturing Co (1938) (30 March 2004)
Redesigned drives cut operating costs
Danfoss Drives has redesigned its popular VLT 5000 Flux series drives.
News from Danfoss Drives (30 March 2004)
Resin speeds mobile phone prototyping
User Application Article With the addition of DSM Somos 9120 ProtoFunctional resin to its production line, Malcolm Nicholls has been able to cut prototype build times of Panasonic's new X70 camera phone by one third. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (30 March 2004)
Process industry conference set for June
This year's Manufacturing Excellence, the process industry conference on the benefits of automation and asset management, will be held from 15th to 17th June.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry (30 March 2004)
High precision for digital barometric indicator
The DPI 142 high-precision barometric indicator incorporates the latest developments in sensing and microprocessor technologies.
News from GE Sensing - Druck (30 March 2004)
Control software in the swim
User Application Article Procon Automatisatie, based in Westerlo, is an automation company specialising in process control systems for HVAC installations and water treatment plants. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (30 March 2004)
Amplifier takes notice of TEDS data
The ML801B multichannel amplifier module needs just one keystroke to load a transducer's data, together with its correct settings, thanks to TEDS identification. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (30 March 2004)
Metal laden adhesives suit autosport uses
Delo's range of Metalix adhesives for the Autosport industry have been qualified and used by the automotive industry to repair castings for several years.
News from Inseto (UK) (30 March 2004)
Recovery begins in European motion controls market
During 2002, Western Europe experienced a significant economic downturn that had a detrimental effect on the European market for motion controls.
News from IMS Research (30 March 2004)
Discharge monitoring systems extend to switchgear
Online partial discharge techniques for motor and generator monitoring have now been extended to provide cost effective and reliable monitoring systems for metal clad switchgear and buses.
News from Iris Power Engineering (30 March 2004)
CADCAM software now available in Hungary
Jetcam International has signed graphIT as a new reseller for its sheet metal and aerospace CADCAM software for the Hungarian market.
News from Jetcam International (30 March 2004)
CAD drawings from paper schematics
Leonardo Computer Systems has started a new service to transfer electrical schematics, drawn on paper, to CAD.
News from Leonardo Computer Systems (30 March 2004)
Compact, integral pumps for precise dispensing
Accuracy and repeatability are two of the important requirements for successful fluid transfer in laboratory, pharmaceutical and OEM applications, and these are among the features of Encynova pumps.
News from Michael Smith Engineers (30 March 2004)
Welding control units are made for PLC interfacing
Merlin Control Systems has a new and inexpensive range of resistance welding control units with RS232 interfaces.
News from Merlin Control Systems (30 March 2004)
Canadian distribution for progressing cavity pumps
Netzsch has appointed Engineered and Environmental Products (EEP) as an authorised distributor for its Nemo progressing cavity pumps.
News from Netzsch Pumps (30 March 2004)
Conference is made to measure
The DMAC annual conference "Made to measure: measure to make" on 21st April 2004 at the UK NEC is the essential event for anyone interested in length metrology.
News from National Physical Laboratory (30 March 2004)
Handbook has 40,000 temperature measurement lines
The new 5th Edition of the "Volume MMV temperature handbook" offers detailed information and specifications on over 40,000 products for process measurement and control featured on over 1800 pages. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (30 March 2004)
Collets kept tidy
A robust ABS case has been designed to house Orbiweld weld head full collet sets to keep them safe and tidy.
News from Orbimatic (30 March 2004)
Infra-red detectors for imaging spectroscopy
Pro-Lite Technology has reached an agreement with InfraRed Associates to distribute that company's range of mercury cadmium telluride (HgCdTe) infra-red detectors throughout the UK and Ireland.
News from Pro-Lite Technology (30 March 2004)
Safety controller gains Profibus option
Although Pilz reckons the PNOZmulti remains the only cost-effective, software-configurable, modular safety controller, further developments are adding yet more functionality.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (30 March 2004)
Safety controller protects spot weld research
User Application Article One of the latest additions at Warwick Manufacturing Group is a spot weld research cell with safety provided by a software-configurable modular safety controller.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (30 March 2004)
Lloyds Register approval for ingress alarm system
PSM claims to offer more safety features for less money with its latest LR type-approved Bulksafe system, meeting Solas Reg.XII/12 for water ingress alarm.
News from PSM Instrumentation (30 March 2004)
Solid-state relays switch DC loads
The range of solid-state relays from Power-io now includes a high speed family for switching DC loads, DC servos or DC robotics.
News from Power-io (30 March 2004)
Small claims for multilayer actuators
The PL-022, PL-033 and PL-055 PICMA-chip piezo actuator series are billed as the smallest multilayer actuators in the world. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (30 March 2004)
Slide valves suit cement and abrasives
A new range of slide valves is being marketed by leading European bulk handling valve manufacturer, RotaVal.
News from Rota Val (30 March 2004)
Free access to online polymer library
Rapra Technology is offering a free 30-day trial of the biggest web based polymer library in the world.
News from Smithers Rapra (30 March 2004)
Custom design for level measurement sensors
Rated for use in all hazardous locations, RPM resistive chain level measurement sensors are custom manufactured to user specifications.
News from Automation Products Group (30 March 2004)
Soft starters suit confined spaces
The new CSXi series from AuCom Electronics provides closed loop, current controlled soft-start/soft-stop, electronic motor protection and internal bypass all housed in a compact IP20 enclosure.
News from Scattergood and Johnson (30 March 2004)
A case for easy access to accessories
The Board Case is a novel DIN-real-mounting enclosure that provides a handy storage space for essential accessories. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK (30 March 2004)
Industrial modem helps secure data
The VT-Modem-5 is a new industrial telephone modem that offers the latest advanced features, including call-back security to prevent unauthorised access and ensure data are secure. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (30 March 2004)
Tiny soft start has options for every application
Devices in the Telemecanique Altistart 01 range are among the smallest soft starts currently available, offering typical panel space savings of 25%, and available in three performance levels.
News from Schneider Electric (30 March 2004)
Gauge checks closing speed of car doors
Tumarc has added a novel door velocity gauge to its product line-up.
News from Tumarc (30 March 2004)
More power to connectors and cordsets
The Powerfast family of 2-, 3- and 4-pin connectors can be used to provide power from 600V at 15 to 30A.
News from Turck (30 March 2004)
Fast accurate balancing of prop-shaft assemblies
A new range of fully automatic prop-shaft balancing machines aims to meet automotive industry demands for fast and accurate balancing of single and multilink prop-shaft assemblies. Brochure Available
News from Universal Balancing (30 March 2004)
Speedy intro gets 3D modelling into shape
VX QuickShapes, a comprehensive set of primitive 3D shape commands, are a simple yet very useful addition to VX Version 9 for design modelling.
News from VX Corporation (30 March 2004)
Award for wheel maker's frugality
User Application Article By installing just seven variable-speed drives, steel wheel manufacturer Magnetto-Topy has saved more than 1300MWh of energy during 2003.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (29 March 2004)
Shocking performance from acceleration sensor
The new ACA302 capacitive sensor can detect both acceleration and shock.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (29 March 2004)
CNC package combines CAM with motion control
JenCNC is a full-featured 3D CNC software package designed exclusively to run Animatics SmartMotors.
News from Animatics (29 March 2004)
Cladding protects oilfield valves from corrosion
User Application Article Weld overlay cladding specialist Arc Energy Resources has applied a coating of corrosion resistant alloy for A Finkl and Sons, to protect a brand new oilfield valve and refurbish an old one.
News from Arc Energy Resources (29 March 2004)
Guide to large-frame AC induction motors
Baldor has published a 28-page selection guide for large-frame AC induction motors, covering NEMA and IEC types rated up to 1500hp/1120kW, with voltages from 460 to 6600V. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (29 March 2004)
Gold chip thermistors aim for space qualification
Betatherm Sensors has begun the evaluation process for its gold chip thermistors in conjunction with the European Space Agency (ESA).
News from Betatherm Ireland (29 March 2004)
Software predicts timber kiln performance
TimberTherm is a software-based method of predicting optimum heating conditions for kilns and their loads when treating timber products for export to ensure the eradication of pests and pathogens.
News from BHR Group (29 March 2004)
Speedy swapping for pump heads
Encynova has developed the novel QuickChange pump head for efficient handling of multiple fluids.
News from Encynova International (29 March 2004)
Speedy route to robotic applications
The ERSP 3.0 software development kit (SDK) offers a first-of-its-kind comprehensive platform for developing robotic applications with autonomous navigation and vision functionality.
News from Evolution Robotics (29 March 2004)
Getting the measure of larger structures
Gridlok is an all-new highly versatile, yet simple and low cost method of measuring large structures or multiple components within a floor area of 6 x 4m using portable arm measuring technology.
News from Europac Metrology (29 March 2004)
Danish processor uses digital plant architecture
User Application Article In planning the best possible automation system for a new vegetable oil processing plant, engineers from Aarhus Olie researched the latest technologies.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry (29 March 2004)
Automation solution targets LNG carriers
Honeywell Process Solutions has a new automation solution for liquid natural gas (LNG) carriers.
News from Honeywell Industry Solutions (29 March 2004)
New centre is focus of LNG expertise and service
Invensys has fprmed a Global LNG Business and Technology Centre.
News from Invensys (29 March 2004)
Pockets specs for injection moulding
IDES has published a new sixth edition of its "Pockets specs for injection moulding" to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the popular plastics reference book for injection moulders.
News from IDES (29 March 2004)
Machine vision for distribution in China
ipd has named Xi' an S/A Video-telecom Tech as a distributor of its complete line of easy-to-use machine vision solutions for manufacturing end users and system integrators in mainland China.
News from ipd (29 March 2004)
European sales office to handle increased growth
With an ever-growing presence in Europe and following a 21% growth in European support revenues during 2003, IronCAD has opened a new European sales office based in the UK.
News from IronCAD (29 March 2004)
Software models real-world plant in 3D
Maintec 2004 saw the official worldwide launch of a unique new software technology that has already begun to revolutionise the use of 3D modelling.
News from Crane (29 March 2004)
Product catalogue reaches 500 milestone
The LonMark International product catalogue has grown dramatically of late, reaching the 500 certified product milestone.
News from LonMark International (29 March 2004)
LonMark forms executive committee
LonMark International has formed an Executive Committee to act on behalf of the Board of Directors regarding organisation oversight and matters concerning the board in-between meetings.
News from LonMark International (29 March 2004)
Bearings to upgrade Turkish plate mill
The Morgoil Bearing Division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from Eregli Demir ve Celik Fabrikalari to upgrade the chocks and bearings on its Mesta plate mill.
News from Morgan Construction Company (29 March 2004)
Singapore dealer for Orbitec
Orbitec International has appointed American Dynamics of Singapore as its Far East distributor.
News from Orbitec International (29 March 2004)
Newsletter focuses on orbital welding
Orbital World is a new online industry newsletter for users of orbital welding equipment, or those involved in joining pipes and tubes.
News from Orbitec International (29 March 2004)
Orbital welding systems for rent
For joining runs of tube or pipework efficiently and with the best results, orbital welding systems provide productive and reproducible joints productively and at low cost.
News from Orbitec International (29 March 2004)
Building blocks for precision optical systems
Pro-Lite Technology has teamed up with German optomechanics specialist Owis to provide optical engineers with an expanded range of precision optical system building blocks.
News from Pro-Lite Technology (29 March 2004)
High-reflectance coating is easy to apply
WRC-680 is a high reflectance, matte white coating from Labsphere for applications covering the UV-VIS-NIR wavelength region and is suitable for application by the end user.
News from Pro-Lite Technology (29 March 2004)
MicroStation training courseware goes online
ProSoft has set up a new web-based training service whereby customers can purchase access to ProSoft online MicroStation training courseware for as little as $5.00 per hour.
News from ProSoft (29 March 2004)
Cadmium coatings suit safety-critical applications
Poeton Industries has created a Cadmium Centre at its Cardiff plant following the installation of a new LHE cadmium process.
News from Poeton Industries (29 March 2004)
Services maximise long-term benefits of training
Aftercare is a new suite of services to maximise the long-term benefits of training for manufacturers and their staff.
News from Rockwell Automation (29 March 2004)
Portable load meter simplifies calibration
The SY031 portable load meter is the ideal tool for calibration engineers, or anyone who requires an instrument to accurately take measurements from a variety of transducers.
News from Synectic Design (29 March 2004)
Cost effective precision force sensing
FSS miniature sensors offer OEMs cost effective precision force sensing.
News from Sensortechnics UK (29 March 2004)
ATEX approval for pumps and traps
Spirax Sarco's MFP mechanical fluid pumps and APT automatic pump traps have been certified as complying with ATEX Directive 94/9/EC.
News from Spirax Sarco (29 March 2004)
Increased support for JT Open initiative
Theorem Solutions has elevated its level of commitment to the JT Open initiative from Advocate to Vendor Member.
News from Theorem Solutions (29 March 2004)
Automated plotting for AutoCAD drawings
Triple R Technologies has released an AutoCAD 2005 version of Plotstream, its plotting automation tool for AutoCAD drawing files.
News from Triple R Technologies (29 March 2004)
Fluid coupling takes control of belt drives
The TPKL fill-controlled fluid coupling helps create a compact and actively controlled drive, especially for belt conveyors.
News from Voith Turbo (29 March 2004)
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