News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 18 April
to Saturday 24 April 2004
CBS becomes Motor Service Partner
CBS Rotary Power Motion is the latest company to join the ABB Motor Service Partner network.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (23 April 2004)
Kinsella covers South East England
Beko Technologies has appointed Kevin Kinsella as UK Regional Sales Manager to handle sales and after-sales customer support for the South East region. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (23 April 2004)
Thermal imaging camera comes to hand
The new ISG K6900 combines all the latest technologies to create the first predictive maintenance thermal imaging camera that fits in the palm of the hand.
News from Barber InSys (23 April 2004)
Handheld indicators measure the range
The Lufft C series is a range of handheld digital indicators for measuring temperature, relative humidity, barometric air pressure, differential pressure, absolute pressure, flow, current and voltage.
News from Barber InSys (23 April 2004)
CD tells all about thermal switches
Control Products offers thermal switch solutions for setpoints ranging from 0 to 1850F.
News from Control Products (23 April 2004)
Detector keeps hoses wire free
User Application Article To ensure all the wire ties used in the manufacture of its high-pressure thermoplastic hoses are removed Kutting UK has installed an Eriez E-Z Tec 9000 aperture metal detector. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (23 April 2004)
Horizontal boilers outstrip vertical range
The nine-model RBC range of horizontal wet back fire tube boilers features capacities from 957 to 4787kg/h and operating efficiencies in excess of 90% (net CV).
News from Fulton Boiler Works (23 April 2004)
Top award for work on Xerox office system
User Application Article GI Plastek has won the top award in this year's Structural Plastics Conference Design and New Parts Competition, Computer and Office Equipment category.
News from GI Plastek (23 April 2004)
Speedy installation for ultrasonic sensors
New from Honeywell Sensing and Control is the 943 Series ultrasonic sensor, with remote teach-in/auto-tuning.
News from Honeywell Sensing and Control (23 April 2004)
Actuator replaces four different components
A Size 11 hybrid external linear actuator is the latest addition to the growing hybrid motor line from Haydon Switch and Instrument.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument (23 April 2004)
Documentation package answers defence requirements
User Application Article AM General produces numerous types of technical manuals that allow the US Armed Forces to operate and service the wide range of the company's vehicles and systems.
News from Itedo Software (23 April 2004)
Blackbody calibration source goes to extremes
The highly innovative M395 blackbody calibration source fulfils the most demanding requirements of modern radiametric calibration.
News from Impac Infrared (23 April 2004)
Ellipsometer excels at thin-film measurements
The Uvisel spectroscopic phase modulated ellipsometer allows the accurate characterisation of thickness and refractive index for single- and multiple-layer thin-film structures.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (23 April 2004)
Food-grade oils handle demanding hydraulics
Kluberfood 4NH1 oils are NSF H1 certified HLP oils available in typical viscosities for hydraulic systems. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (23 April 2004)
Food-grade coating smooths O-ring insertion
Klubertop TP 38-901 is a water-miscible thermosetting coating providing a dry, low friction surface with high elasticity (up to 150%) on elastomers or metals. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (23 April 2004)
Catalogue takes precise position
The all new 2004 PI "Nanopositioning" supplement catalogue is now available from Lambda Photometrics. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (23 April 2004)
China First Heavy Industries orders bearings
The Morgoil Bearing division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from China First Heavy Industries Co, a mill builder located in Dalian City, China.
News from Morgan Construction Company (23 April 2004)
Handy size for novel control terminal
The new HBG 20 handheld control terminal has been developed with operators of robotic and other automated production facilities very much in mind.
News from NSF Controls (23 April 2004)
Beam collimators give top performance
A new range of tube-mounted beam collimators combine high performance with operational versatility.
News from Optical Surfaces (23 April 2004)
Custom-designed fitting solves pump problem
User Application Article Omnifit has helped a peristaltic pump manufacturer solve a difficult fluid transfer problem by manufacturing a custom-designed fitting for the pump's tubing.
News from Bio-Chem Valve and Omnifit (23 April 2004)
Camera is intelligent machine vision solution
The Impact T10 is a compact, self-contained intelligent camera solution that is easy to use and program, and designed for low-cost machine vision applications.
News from PPT Vision (23 April 2004)
Profibus passes 10 million installed devices
According to Profibus International, at the end of 2003 Profibus devices installed in factory and process automation applications topped the 10 million mark.
News from Profibus Group (23 April 2004)
Frost and Sullivan Award for Product Innovation
Power Measurement has won the 2004 Frost and Sullivan Award for Product Innovation.
News from Power Measurement (23 April 2004)
Isolators protect downstream electrical equipment
Rittal's range of NH on-load isolators, from 100 to 630A, are the ideal solution to the problem of protecting downstream electrical equipment. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (23 April 2004)
CD offers advice on moulding processes
The Spirex Optimizer CD features three key areas for helping moulders optimise plastic processing.
News from Spirex Plasticating Systems and Solutions (23 April 2004)
Thomas takes charge of certification
Sira's Safety Compliance business has appointed Wayne Thomas as its new Certification Manager.
News from Sira (23 April 2004)
RTU system fits in the palm of your hand
The latest addition to the Sixnet IPm product line is the Mini-Versatrak mIPm RTU. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (23 April 2004)
Top engineering award for Surrey student
A chemical engineering student at the University of Surrey has won the Worshipful Company of Engineers' Cadzow Smith Engineering Award 2004 for a student on a full-time course.
News from University of Surrey (23 April 2004)
Pumps help out at nuclear sludge processing plant
User Application Article Peristaltic high-pressure hose pumps are playing a key role in decommissioning a number of UKAEA nuclear facilities at Winfrith, Dorset. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (23 April 2004)
Gas detectors are all at sea
The Warships Support Agency has chosen the Impact Multigas detector and the Enforcer calibration utility to form part of the standard safety equipment on board its entire fleet of vessels.
News from Honeywell Analytics (23 April 2004)
Budget price for personal USB acquisition module
Measurement Computing's Personal Measurement Device range has caused quite a stir in the data acquisition market in recent months. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (22 April 2004)
Temperature transmitters ride Foundation Fieldbus
Two Foundation Fieldbus transmitters, suitable for use in ATEX Zone 0, 1 and 2 applications, are the latest additions to the FieldIT temperature transmitter series.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (22 April 2004)
Cluster lamps are intrinsically safe
A new range of very low current intrinsically safe cluster lamps compliments the existing range of constant current lamps from Beka Associates. Brochure Available
News from Beka associates (22 April 2004)
Webcast addresses outsourcing design
CoCreate will join with Microsoft in offering a free online event entitled, "Managing the complexities of outsourced design" on Wednesday 5th May 2004 from 1600 to 1645 GMT.
News from CoCreate Software (22 April 2004)
Reverse engineering on show at MACH
On stand 5371 at MACH, Delcam will demonstrate the finishing by robot of a composite wing spar test section supplied by Airbus. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (22 April 2004)
Digital cameras turn to microscopy
A new range of digital microscopy cameras from Lumenera are designed for applications where high-resolution images are a must.
News from Framos Electronics (22 April 2004)
High-voltage supplies turn to sputtering
Glassman High Voltage has added a DC sputtering option for its 600W EK and 1.2kW EQ Series power supplies.
News from Glassman High Voltage (22 April 2004)
Bushings handle wires and cables up to 15.24mm
A new generation of Round Double D (RDD) Lockit self-locking strain relief bushings provide lasting strain relief against twisting and pulling for round wires and cables up to 15.24mm in diameter. Brochure Available
News from Anixter Components (22 April 2004)
Design packages gain widespread compatibility
New releases of the ElecNet electric field design package and the ThermNet thermal design package will feature a range of additional import/export options.
News from Infolytica (22 April 2004)
Double success at Pump Industry Awards
John Crane's status as a global leader in engineered sealing solutions has been rewarded with a double success at this year's Pump Industry Awards.
News from Crane (22 April 2004)
Valve lubricant suits oxygen-rich applications
Kluberalfa YV 93-302 is the latest in high-performance nonflammable high-pressure sliding agents for use in oxygen/medical/food processing equipment. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (22 April 2004)
Software speeds acquisition to real time
NI-DAQmx 7.2 is the latest version of the measurement services software from National Instruments that offers advanced functionality compared with using basic data acquisition drivers. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (22 April 2004)
Japanese group investigates Profinet potential
The Japanese Profibus Organisation has set up a Profinet Working Group to investigate the possibility of using Ethernet as a factory network.
News from Profibus Group (22 April 2004)
Group aims to integrate Interbus with Profinet
Profibus International has formed a joint co-operative working group to facilitate the integration of Interbus fieldbus technology with Profinet, the new Ethernet-based Profibus automation solution.
News from Profibus Group (22 April 2004)
International conference takes shape
The UK Profibus Group has finalised the agenda for the Profibus International Conference that will take place on 22nd and 23rd June 2004 at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire.
News from Profibus Group (22 April 2004)
Platform gains more process planning capabilities
The latest version of the eMPower platform combines the stability and extensibility of the eMPower collaborative environment with a powerful new visual production process design tool.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies (22 April 2004)
Kazakhstan field uses 500 valve manifolds
Tyco Valves and Controls has supplied 500 valve manifolds to a $3.5 billion project at the world's deepest super-giant oil field.
News from Tyco Flow Controls (22 April 2004)
Donoghue takes charge
Mark Donoghue has been appointed General Manager of UK Solenoid of Newbury, which markets the wide range of Kraus and Naimer switchgear in the UK.
News from uk solenoid (22 April 2004)
Social responsibility on the agenda
Former IIE "Young woman engineer of the year" Dawn Fitt will be highlighting the importance of social responsibility at the National Engineering Recruitment Exhibition on 15th May 2004.
News from Venture Marketing Group (22 April 2004)
Website upgrade streamlines access
Wago has enhanced its website with highly interactive features designed to streamline access to real-time data and tools.
News from Wago Corp (22 April 2004)
Peristaltic pumps power immunoassay testing
User Application Article When specifying pump heads for recent mircroplate instruments, Mikura realised it was critical to achieve accurate fluid transfer from an application that would be easy to clean and maintain. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (22 April 2004)
Leak survey identifies big savings for Toyota
User Application Article Ultrasonic detective work by Wyko at Toyota Manufacturing UK's Derbyshire plant has sounded out considerable energy and cost savings by eliminating air leaks. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (22 April 2004)
Aerospace company purchases innovation software
Goldfire Innovator will enable GKN engineers to share technical knowledge across both internal engineering knowledge sources and external cross-disciplinary content sources.
News from Invention Machine (22 April 2004)
Seals suit energy, oil and gas industries
Ceetak now supplies O-rings, gaskets and moulded seals specifically for use in the energy, oil and gas industries.
News from Ceetak (21 April 2004)
Colourful additions to LED lamp range
A newly extended family of LED lamps will find wide applications, particularly where the illuminated device does not already have a coloured lens, or where colour depth and/or enhancement is needed.
News from DG Controls (21 April 2004)
LED lamps provide long-life warnings
The new IP65 rated Series STC/LED micro beacons and tower indicators from DG Controls give a whole new and exciting perspective to miniaturised visual signalling.
News from DG Controls (21 April 2004)
German launch for electronic sounders
DG Controls is launching an all-new IAS-E and T range of electronic sounders at the Hanover Fair.
News from DG Controls (21 April 2004)
Modelling and collaboration speed robot to market
User Application Article Sanyo Electric Co used UGS PLM Solutions' NX portfolio to reduce development cycle of the latest version of the Banryu (guard-dragon) utility robot by 50%.
News from Siemens PLM Software (21 April 2004)
Welding kit sports portable tag
With launch of the CaddyTig 150 and CaddyArc 150, Esab is offering professional welders flexibility and choice for indoor and outdoor welding applications. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (21 April 2004)
Online seminar on particle size distribution
Fluent is to hold an online seminar on particle size distribution (PSD) for chemical process and pharmaceutical applications.
News from Fluent (21 April 2004)
New features for Weldex 2006
New features are already being lined up for the next Weldex, the UK's only welding, joining, cutting and fabrication exhibition.
News from Nexus Media Communications (21 April 2004)
Publishing department aims for awards
The IEE has been recognised for its high quality magazine publishing by two industry associations. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (21 April 2004)
Guidance system solves an escalating problem
User Application Article Users of two stations will be guaranteed a smooth ride on the escalators from now on following the specification of INA monorail guidance systems on the internal mechanisms. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (21 April 2004)
Novel epoxy putty proves popular with AA patrols
User Application Article The range of advanced tools and materials carried by the Automobile Association's 3500-strong patrol force now includes QuikSteel single pack epoxy putty.
News from Kalimex (21 April 2004)
CAD upgrade claims all-round improvements
The latest version of TurboCAD is claimed to offer a new level of power and performance.
News from Avanquest UK (21 April 2004)
Investment cuts temptation to subcontract
Norse Precision Castings has recently invested in two CNC machining centres to augment an already comprehensive capacity of in-house equipment.
News from Norse Precision Castings (21 April 2004)
New centre to speed long-fibre development
Plasticomp is to open a new technical development centre to further develop its Pushtrusion direct long-fibre thermoplastics (D-LFT) technology.
News from Plasticomp (21 April 2004)
Floating panel nuts spin freely for assembly
PEM floating panel nuts custom-designed for specific applications can position and spin freely on installation into any type of rigid material.
News from PennEngineering (21 April 2004)
Data logger takes thermocouple convertor onboard
Pico Technology has added a four-channel thermocouple convertor (the EL041) to its EnviroMon data logging system.
News from Pico Technology (21 April 2004)
Phoenix wins top Emerson award - again
For the second time in four years, Emerson Process Management has presented Phoenix Contact with its supplier of the year award.
News from Phoenix Contact (21 April 2004)
Illuminator puts UV to work for a cure
Offering a typical radiant flux of 285mW and a peak wavelength of 395nm, a new ultraviolet, high-flux LED illuminator is now available from stock from Rhopoint Components.
News from Rhopoint Components (21 April 2004)
Braking resistors carry UL approval
The ULN/ULF series of metal-clad wire-wound high-power resistors is designed for motor braking and other applications where space is at a premium and the user must have UL approval.
News from Rhopoint Components (21 April 2004)
Master unit keeps watch over many racks
The integration of the CMC-TC master unit into Rittal's CMC-TC system allows users to simultaneously monitor a large number of racks or enclosures. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (21 April 2004)
Systems for human machine interface
Rittal's new HMI brochure provides details of workstations, Premium Panel and Premium Line command panel housings all designed for the stringent requirements of IP69K, in one easy to read publication. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (21 April 2004)
New look for polymer website
Rapra Technology has relaunched its website following an unprecedented month of enquiries.
News from Smithers Rapra (21 April 2004)
Report examines PVC compounds and processing
PVC is one of the most widely used plastics in the world, and now a new report looks at sustainability and other issues faced by the PVC industry.
News from Smithers Rapra (21 April 2004)
CAD convertor suits automotive data standards
CAD/CAM product data exchange specialist Theorem Solutions is focusing on the needs of the automotive sector with the introduction of its new bidirectional Catia V5 to I-Deas V10 CADverter translator.
News from Theorem Solutions (21 April 2004)
Linear guides are spot on for bio research
User Application Article To ensure that its ground-breaking pick-and-place system is consistently accurate, Arrayjet opted for THK's linear motion components, which offer long-term, maintenance-free operation.
News from THK UK (21 April 2004)
Environmentally friendly manufacturing is the key
According to one of the UK's leading manufacturing experts, environmentally aware manufacturing is the one remaining thing that can stem the quarter-century-long slump in UK volume manufacturing.
News from University of Warwick (21 April 2004)
Miniature LED lamps deliver long life
The new IP65 rated Series STC/LED micro beacons and tower indicators from DG Controls are a new and exciting development in miniaturised visual signalling.
News from DG Controls (21 April 2004)
Electronic sounders can be combined with beacons
DG Controls is launching an all-new IAS-E and T range of electronic sounders at the 2004 Hanover Fair.
News from DG Controls (21 April 2004)
Guide to planetary gearheads
Alpha Gear Drives has published a new 32-page guide to its line of SP+ and SP+ High Speed series planetary gearheads.
News from Alpha Gear Drives (20 April 2004)
Compact range on the panel
ABB's new 22mm Compact Range of pilot devices offers OEMs and panel builders an extensive selection of robust and easy to install one-piece pushbuttons, selector switches and pilot lights.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (20 April 2004)
Ultrasonic switch is realistic alternative
The new UPL200 ultrasonic proximity switch is designed for close range detection up to 200mm.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (20 April 2004)
Ultrasonic sensor runs up to 1.5m
The UPR1503 ultrasonic sensor is based on the well established UPR series and can detect under harsh environmental conditions and independent of the target material properties.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (20 April 2004)
FEA tools join the curriculum
More than 150 university professors have selected Algor's "Finite element analysis in practice" course curriculum kit since its release last spring.
News from Algor (20 April 2004)
Extra functions for panel- and rail-mount monitors
The PM4-RS panel-mount monitor and the RM4-RS DIN-rail-mount monitor have been enhanced to allow them to be used in many different display modes.
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co (20 April 2004)
Brushless DC drive for precision
New from Cetronic is the BLDC brushless DC drive for precision speed control applications.
News from Cetronic (20 April 2004)
This software is made for walking
Delcam will demonstrate the latest developments in its complete CADCAM solution for the design and manufacture of footwear at the Simac exhibition to be held in Bolonga, from 27th to 30th April. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (20 April 2004)
Cat 6 cabling keeps data safe from EMC
User Application Article North Oxford Garage has opted for shielded and unshielded cabling solutions from Datwyler Cable+Systems when building new commercial premises and workshop facilities.
News from Datwyler (UK) (20 April 2004)
Choice of sensors for Hart field transmitter
The iTemp TMT 162 Hart field transmitter has now been cleverly combined with a compact thermocouple (TMT 162C) and a compact RTD assembly (TMT 162R) for maximum versatility. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (20 April 2004)
ECUK to run Chartered Scientist Register
The Engineering Council UK (ECUK) has won the contract to run the Chartered Scientist Register.
News from Engineering Council (20 April 2004)
T handles shrink to match
A new range of compact T handles in black polyamide will suit divided doors on motor control centres or can be used to match larger T handles used on adjacent full sized doors. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (20 April 2004)
Novel encapsulation keeps motors safe from chicks
User Application Article Exico and County Rewinds have combined to provide a solution to making electric motors work for six months in an application that can destroy a standard device in as little as 6 days.
News from Rotor (UK) (20 April 2004)
Breakthrough claimed in hub wheel motor design
A novel range of brushless hub wheel motors features greatly reduced torque ripple at low speeds and increased motor overload capacity.
News from Fupex Corp (20 April 2004)
Upgrade for pressure control valve
The Airfit Tecno intelligent proportional pressure control valve has been redesigned to improve its performance and ensure its reliability in the most arduous application zones. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (20 April 2004)
New distributor to cover SE England
ISO9001 and ISO14001 certified IKO Nippon Thompson has recently taken on Acorn Bearings and Transmission Company as a new distributor for its products.
News from IKO Nippon Thompson (20 April 2004)
Read takes charge of funding programme
Robert Read, a leading business and commercial management consultant from the City of London, has joined Connect Midlands to lead its West Midlands' InvoRed programme.
News from InvoRed (20 April 2004)
Scada system to run Chinese petrochemical centre
Sinopec Corp has awarded Shanghai-Foxboro Company an approximately US $500,000 turnkey contract to supply a Foxboro Scada system for its new dispatching centre in eastern China.
News from Invensys Foxboro (20 April 2004)
Silicone foam covers a mass of applications
Magnifoam low-density silicone foam is ideal for cushioning, fire blocking, insulation and gasketing in mass transit, aerospace, automotive, industrial and institutional markets.
News from MTI Leewood (20 April 2004)
Pair to promote noncontact scanning
LK has selected Metris as a strategic partner for noncontact scanning solutions.
News from Metris (20 April 2004)
Adapters link endoscopes with digital cameras
The MDA series of digital camera adapters for endoscopy is available from Moritex Europe.
News from Moritex Europe (20 April 2004)
Synthetic grease smooths electrical connections
Uniflor 8917 is the next-generation high-temperature synthetic grease for separable electrical connectors.
News from Newgate Simms (20 April 2004)
Machine designers need to consider cable ducting
Technical Background Article Designers often have a mental picture of their machine that extends as far as the control cabinets and the gland plates; cable ducting is viewed as "somebody else's problem", says Jeremy Procter. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (20 April 2004)
Machine guarding standards and how to meet them
Technical Background Article Jeremy Procter, Convenor of the European Standards Committee responsible for Machine Guards, presents guidelines for conforming with machinery guarding standards. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (20 April 2004)
Choice of outputs for automation terminal
The Phoenix Contact Inline IB IL PWM/2 automation terminal block allows pulsewidth modulation (PWM) of output signals with two independent channels.
News from Phoenix Contact (20 April 2004)
Platinum-cured silicone seals keep it clean
A new range of O-ring, platinum-cured, moulded silicone seals is ideal for use in food production, brewing and pharmaceutical manufacture.
News from Precision Polymer Engineering (20 April 2004)
Bennett takes on UK and Ireland sales
Power Measurement has appointed Hylton Bennett as Sales Manager for the United Kingdom and Ireland.
News from Power Measurement (20 April 2004)
Agreement adds modelling to Honeywell's process
Process Systems Enterprise (PSE) and Honeywell Process Solutions have signed a licence, development and distribution agreement.
News from Process Systems Enterprise (20 April 2004)
Budget graphical HMI come to hand
The QTERM-G55 handheld graphic operator interface terminal is the newest addition to QSI's family of award-winning Qlarity terminals.
News from QSI Europe (20 April 2004)
Plug-ins smooth the way to RP
New plug-ins offer seamless integration between Rhino surface modelling software and Roland 3D scanning and milling devices.
News from Roland DG (UK) (20 April 2004)
Handheld tester checks out motor windings
The All-Test Pro 31 is the latest test instrument for electric motors, coils and windings.
News from Reliability Direct (20 April 2004)
No stopping new "no brake" drive
The new single phase PowerFlex 4 AC drive offers OEMs a cost-effective "no brake" version of the popular drive without compromising flexibility or performance.
News from Rockwell Automation (20 April 2004)
RP machine brings CAD education to life
User Application Article New Hampshire Technical Institute can proudly boast that it is currently the only NH college to provide Z Corp rapid prototyping technology to its students.
News from Tech Ed Concepts (20 April 2004)
Hungarian showing for robot range
TM Robotics Europe will support its recently appointed Hungarian partner, systems integrator Rovitech, at Industria 2004 from 18th to 21st May at the Budapest Fair Centre. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (20 April 2004)
Successful switch for RPD seminar
3T RPD has been running its rapid product development seminars in Telford for the last 9 months, and the most recent in March was held at a new venue.
News from 3T RPD (20 April 2004)
Terminals suit modern assembly processes
A new range of terminals helps provide a cost-effective solution for surface mount technology assembly processes.
News from Wago Corp (20 April 2004)
It's cool to match motors with drives
User Application Article WEG distributor Dorlec has applied a matched WEG 200kW motor/drive package to solve a recurring problem of motor and inverter failures.
News from WEG Electric Motors (UK) (20 April 2004)
How to comply with machinery guarding standards
Technical Background Article Jeremy Procter, Convenor of the European Standards Committee responsible for Machine Guards, presents some practical guidelines for complying with machinery guarding standards. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (20 April 2004)
Self-adhesive films placed without bubbles
AccuPlace has developed a method for placing virtually any kind of self-adhesive film absolutely bubble free.
News from AccuPlace (19 April 2004)
Spill control kits help with ISO14001 compliance
Blue Diamond can supply a complete range of spill control kits to help companies meet the requirements of the ISO14001 standard for environmental management. Brochure Available
News from Blue Diamond Technologies (19 April 2004)
Software improves toys for the boys from Brazil
User Application Article Standardisation on Delcam's Power Solution CADCAM software has allowed Brazilian mould maker Fagmol to maximise the quality of the tooling it produces. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (19 April 2004)
Selective laser sintering speeds F1 modifications
User Application Article 3D Systems Corp has installed two Vanguard HS SLS systems at the Renault F1 Team Advanced Digital Manufacturing (ADMSM) Centre in Enstone, UK.
News from 3D Systems Europe (19 April 2004)
Keypads resist water and vandals
AVLE, AVSE and AVME watertight, vandal-resistant keypads are constructed using a durable, click-dome matrix enclosed by a protective silicone rubber case. Brochure Available
News from EAO (19 April 2004)
Software models EMC on the road
PAM-CEM Solutions 2004 is a comprehensive software suite for virtual testing of complex electromagnetic phenomena.
News from ESI Group (19 April 2004)
Fluid conditioning on show at MACH
Recently appointed distributor Pumps and Equipment (Warwick) will be displaying a full range of Magnom products at MACH 2004.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (19 April 2004)
Fluid conditioner is clearly a success
Customer demand has driven Fluid Conditioning Systems to produce a range of high-temperature transparent Magnom units.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (19 April 2004)
Boeing licenses crack prediction technology
Abaqus been selected by the Boeing Intellectual Property Business to develop and market Boeing technology for prediction of fracture and failure in laminated composite materials.
News from Abaqus (19 April 2004)
Amplifier increases press-fit accuracy
The MP85 measurement amplifier simplifies two-channel manufacturing and testing processes by checking two interrelated signals ensuring the optimum combination is obtained for fitting accuracy. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (19 April 2004)
High-bitrate recorders offer choice of media
With modular signal interfacing and interchangeable media cartridges, D5000 Series data recorders provide highly flexible, modular solutions that can easily adapt to changing requirements.
News from Heim Data Systems (19 April 2004)
Improved wire assembly speeds production
User Application Article When William Hughes was asked to quote on a bent wire assembly used in the manufacture of car seats, its engineers helped redesign the component to speed assembly on the production line.
News from Hughes (19 April 2004)
Process system ordered for Dutch treatment plant
Noordgastransport has selected the Experion Process Knowledge System (PKS) and Fieldbus instrumentation for its gas treatment plant in Uithuizen, the Netherlands.
News from Honeywell Industry Solutions (19 April 2004)
Custom displays aid differentiation
The Idec SLC system provides a custom assembled display for control panels, factory automation systems or annunciators.
News from Idec Electronics (19 April 2004)
Search is on for young woman engineer of 2004
Why is it that only 6% of professional engineers in the UK are women in an industry that increasingly values them?
News from Institution of Incorporated Engineers (19 April 2004)
Scada system to control San Antonio gas source
City Public Service has selected Invensys to implement an advanced Foxboro gas distribution Scada system in a new primary control centre now under construction in San Antonio, Texas.
News from Invensys Foxboro (19 April 2004)
"First" for touch-screen LCDs in process control
Foxboro Automation Systems has further enhanced the advanced HMI capabilities of its flagship I/A Series automation system with new flat-screen LCD monitor options.
News from Invensys Foxboro (19 April 2004)
Steel market prices described as "insane"
US transaction prices for flat steel products continue to soar as producers implement a combination of basis price rises and higher surcharges.
News from MEPS (International) (19 April 2004)
User group conference set for Frankfurt
For the first time, the global Moldflow community is bringing its annual conference to a European venue.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (19 April 2004)
Covers keep motors clean and running cooler
Protective covers for electric motors will not only prevent damage but will prolong the life of the motor by improving the cooling effect of the air passing along the fins.
News from New Markets (19 April 2004)
Head brings tubes and sheets together
The P16M is an orbital TIG welding head for welding tubes to tube sheets in applications such as boilers, heat exchangers and economisers.
News from Orbimatic (19 April 2004)
Website dedicated to machine guarding system
The novel Angel modular machine guarding system now has its own dedicated website. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
Guide speeds perimeter guard specification
New design guide for the Angel modular machine guarding system aims to assist those responsible for specifying and ordering perimeter guarding. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
Importance of compliance with BS EN294
Technical Background Article Jeremy Procter, Convenor of the European Standards Committee responsible for Machine Guards, looks at the far-reaching implications of BS EN294:1992. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
Guard system maintains rivet safety
User Application Article Warwick Manufacturing Group has selected the unique Angel modular machine guarding system for a new installation around an automated self-pierce rivet system. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
Powerful solution for linear motion
The Rolaram linear actuator range provides a powerful yet flexible linear motion solution for applications where historically hydraulic or pneumatic solutions were used. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (19 April 2004)
Filter aids green fluid recycling
The Series FN1 filter is designed for machine tool and general machinery industries.
News from SMC Corporation of America (19 April 2004)
Concept gearbox rewrites the rules
SKF is claiming a breakthrough in the world of industrial transmissions. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (19 April 2004)
Website accelerates take-up of simulation
Sim-Serv reports continuing success in stimulating take-up of simulation across Europe.
News from Sim-Serv (19 April 2004)
Fasteners save weight for student racers
User Application Article WTI Fasteners is continuing its support of the Formula Student competition by supplying UBRacing from Birmingham University with wire thread inserts for various components on its cars.
News from WTI Fasteners (19 April 2004)
Website dedicated to modular machine guarding
The innovative Angel modular machine guarding system now has its own dedicated website. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
Guide simplifies perimeter guard specification
A new free design guide for the Angel modular machine guarding system will assist those responsible for specifying and ordering perimeter guarding. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
How to comply with the reach-distance standard
Technical Background Article Jeremy Procter, Convenor of the European Standards Committee responsible for Machine Guards, looks at the far-reaching implications of BS EN294:1992. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
Modular guarding suits rivet research cell
User Application Article Warwick Manufacturing Group has selected the Angel modular machine guarding system for a new installation around an automated self-pierce rivet system. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (19 April 2004)
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