News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 18 July
to Saturday 24 July 2004
Strong sales start for new automation system
User Application Article The System 800xA automation system has been purchased by the world's leading producer and refiner of cobalt and the world's fifth largest producer of nickel, for its Manchester UK facility.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (23 July 2004)
Software covers full electrical design process
Engineering Base 2004 is the new and innovative design software for the electrical engineering community. Brochure Available
News from Aucotec (23 July 2004)
Safety first for earth-impedance loop testers
A test option guaranteed not to trip RCDs and safe operation even if accidentally connected to a live three-phase supply, are among the key benefits of the LT300 range of earth-impedance loop testers. Brochure Available
News from Megger (23 July 2004)
UL recognition for tubular linear servomotors
California Linear Devices has received UL recognition for its family of tubular linear servomotors.
News from California Linear Devices (23 July 2004)
Three new faces tackle strategic alliances
CoCreate Software has appointed three regional directors of strategic alliances in the USA to foster increasing market presence and revenue growth.
News from CoCreate Software (23 July 2004)
British Standard roller chain lasts longer
Excel British Standard roller chain has a number of features that help maintain precise pitch and even loading for longer chain and sprocket life.
News from Diamond Chain Company (23 July 2004)
PLM package brings multiple CAD formats together
UGS and Incat have developed a new a Teamcenter-based solution for multi-computer-aided-design (CAD) engineering process management.
News from Siemens PLM Software (23 July 2004)
Connector brings management to SolidWorks
Empresa Solutions is claiming a breakthrough in technology with ChangeWorks, eChange SolidWorks Connector and integration.
News from Empresa Solutions (23 July 2004)
Washdown valve terminals keep dough rolling in
User Application Article When filling machine specialist Apple Engineering was asked to develop an automated dough ball handling machine Festo pneumatic components were part of the recipe. Brochure Available
News from Festo (23 July 2004)
Batch controller goes with the flow
The Nova-Flow Batch Controller is the latest in a series of "plug-and-flow" computers from Hoffer.
News from Hoffer Flow Controls (23 July 2004)
Flowmeters ideal for light petroleum products
API Series turbine flowmeters for custody transfer are suitable for light petroleum products.
News from Hoffer Flow Controls (23 July 2004)
The facts about colour vision defects
The IEE has released a health and safety factsheet that answers some of the common questions asked by people who think they may have some form of colour vision defect. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (23 July 2004)
Software exports alarms in real time
The IMAC alarm monitoring and analysis package now includes the ability to export alarm and event data in real-time to third-party products such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access.
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) (23 July 2004)
Up-to-date software provides big savings
User Application Article Cimbria Manufacturing had relied on a US-based CAM system to program its existing Trumpf punch, punch/laser combination and Messer Griesheim machines, until it switched to Jetcam.
News from Jetcam International (23 July 2004)
Laptop setup cuts moulding waste
Injection moulding waste and rejects can be virtually eliminated by the combination of the Kistler PiCo signal conditioner and Dataflow software.
News from Kistler Instruments (23 July 2004)
Waveguide is on the level about saturated steam
The new C9P81 waveguide is designed specifically for saturated steam applications, such as those found in power generation plants and industrial heat processes.
News from K-Tek (23 July 2004)
Rotating stages turn up power and accuracy
The URS series of high-precision rotation stages replaces the popular M-URM series. Brochure Available
News from Newport Spectra-Physics (23 July 2004)
Drives promise new levels of savings
A new series of variable speed drives for electric motors claims to set new benchmarks for energy saving. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (23 July 2004)
Entry-level PLCs offer cost-effective control
Omron has expanded its popular CJ1 series of programmable logic controllers by introducing a range of innovative entry-level CPUs. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (23 July 2004)
HMIs provide visible savings
Omron reckons its NS series HMIs have the performance to put users right at the heart of their systems. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (23 July 2004)
Machine guards combine innovation with regulation
Technical Background Article Terry Hayward, MD of machine safety specialist Schmersal, discusses machine perimeter guarding and says combining innovation with regulation can provide a much more effective and productive solution.
News from Schmersal UK (23 July 2004)
Power transmission specialist learns from Nissan
The influence of Nissan is starting to make its mark on the use of best practice at a North East UK manufacturing company.
News from Stephenson Gobin (23 July 2004)
New office takes AutoCAD training to New Jersey
Synergis Design and Engineering Solutions Division has opened a new office in Morristown, New Jersey.
News from Synergis Software (23 July 2004)
Know the rules for North American compliance
The rules for listing products in the USA are mainly based on the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Act and on the NEC (National Electrical Code).
News from TUV Rheinland UK (23 July 2004)
Total success for information management system
User Application Article A state-of-the-art plant information management system has proved itself during the first six months of running at Elf Petroleum Nigeria.
News from Yokogawa GMSC (23 July 2004)
New catalogue rounds up ring slides
There is a new range of ring slides in the linear motion section of the Rino Industries mechanical drives components catalogue.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (23 July 2004)
Clean sweep for strip and flex system brushes
Rino Industries has launched a range of strip and flex system brushes into its new 2004 edition catalogue.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (23 July 2004)
Seminar focuses on exposure to biological agents
If you are a health and safety professional with responsibility for controlling workplace exposure to harmful bacteria and viruses, then book your place at the BOHS seminar and exhibition.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society (23 July 2004)
Sales training to tackle engineering skills gaps
A new specialist sales training programme, supported by the South West Regional Development Agency, will help advanced engineering companies combat skills shortages in the industry.
News from EEF Western (22 July 2004)
Established flowmeters go under new name
Flotech Solutions has been appointed as the European sales agent for Brodie Meter Co, of Statesboro, USA.
News from Flotech Solutions (22 July 2004)
Golden route to improved soft starting
Users of many types of soft starters can upgrade them to achieve increased functionality at low cost, simply by replacing their existing control cards with Fairford's newly launched Gold Card.
News from Fairford Electronics (22 July 2004)
Safe solutions for industrial degreasing
A new catalogue covers every aspect of industrial degreasing from simple maintenance products to sophisticated process degreasing solutions. Brochure Available
News from Mykal Industries (22 July 2004)
Server monitors remote outstations via SMS
Omniflex has developed an OPC server for GSM cellular networks to support Short Message Service (SMS) transmission of data from remote outstations that require monitoring. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (22 July 2004)
Step back to consider the options
Technical Background Article Ever-cheaper servomotors could spell the end of the stepping motor; but many applications remain best served by DC steppers, explains Oriental Motor's Mark Checkley.
News from Oriental Motor (22 July 2004)
Pneumatc valves impress coating systems supplier
User Application Article Fara Technology has been so impressed with equipment supplied by Parker Hannifin that it has now standardised on Parker equipment for all its pneumatic and hydraulic control systems. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (22 July 2004)
Javelin targets Eastern Canada
Pathtrace Systems has appointed Javelin Technologies as a new reseller serving Eastern Canada.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (22 July 2004)
Short rack industrial computer is only 421mm deep
The Short Rack P IV 2.8GHz model G2 joins the 7586 range of industrial computers designed for reliable operation in tough environments and process critical applications.
News from Rugged Technologies (22 July 2004)
Weighing module integrates with PLC systems
The Siwarex FTA (flexible technology, automatic weighing instrument) from Siemens Automation and Drives is a versatile and flexible weighing module for industrial use.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 July 2004)
Expert system predicts bearing failures
BearingDetective is an advanced "expert" system for identifying bearing failure modes. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (22 July 2004)
Electronic logbook saves valuable plant data
The VISA e-Logbook is the latest electronic plant optimisation tool from Yokogawa Marex.
News from Yokogawa GMSC (22 July 2004)
Arup uses aerospace software for stadia design
User Application Article Advanced aerospace software is being used to help design the dramatic Beijing Olympic stadium in a virtual 3D world. Brochure Available
News from Desktop Engineering (22 July 2004)
Slide systems adjust to applications
Rino Industries has added a new range of adjustable slide systems to its linear motion range of components.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (22 July 2004)
Servo gearheads have the right angle
A new range of precision right-angle servo gearheads are available in several different configurations and can be delivered with primary shaft, servo flange mounting or servo flange and coupling.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (22 July 2004)
Slide system is a smooth operator
The Dual Vee slide system combines proven technology with high reliability.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (22 July 2004)
HSC seeks views on stress management standards
Bill Callaghan, chair of the Health and Safety Commission, is urging the leaders of the top 350 companies to give their views on how to prevent sickness absence caused by work-related stress.
News from Health and Safety Executive (22 July 2004)
End of the road for manual handling of kerbs
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) hosted the second meeting of its 'Kerbs Forum' in London on 15 July 2004.
News from Health and Safety Executive (22 July 2004)
Simulator package speeds robot integration
Smart-CimStation (SCS) is a novel robot simulation and offline programming software package developed specifically for Comau robots.
News from Applied Computing and Engineering (21 July 2004)
Adapters bring Catia data into PLM solutions
A new family of software products enables high performance and superior quality interoperability between UGS PLM applications and Catia V5.
News from Siemens PLM Software (21 July 2004)
PLM software expands sourcing capabilities
UGS has released a new version of its product lifecycle sourcing solution within Teamcenter, its leading integrated portfolio of PLM solutions.
News from Siemens PLM Software (21 July 2004)
White paper assists in Scada specification
A white paper available from EPG Companies is filled with industrial telemetry, Scada and data acquisition system information intended to help educate and equip buyers to make appropriate decisions.
News from EPG Companies (21 July 2004)
Circuit breakers cause less bother on hovercraft
User Application Article E-T-A circuit breakers are used for the protection of electrical circuits by the Southampton-based manufacturer of the Hov Pod, the world's newest and most versatile hovercraft. Brochure Available
News from E-T-A Circuit Breakers (21 July 2004)
Machine vision sensors show up at Photonex
Framos Electronics will exhibit a comprehensive range of imaging products on its Stand IS3 at Photonex 2004.
News from Framos Electronics (21 July 2004)
Pressure tramsmitters meet Norwegian standards
User Application Article After extensive testing, Emerson Process Management has supplied 36 Rosemount 3051S pressure transmitters for use on a fiscal metering application at the Statoil Oygarden gas terminal.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Measurement (21 July 2004)
Seven new databases available online
STN International, the world's premier online service for sci-tech information, now features seven new databases from the renowned database producer Cambridge Scientific Abstracts (CSA). Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (21 July 2004)
Coating answers medical misgivings over silicone
A new topcoat for liquid injection-moulded silicone elastomers meets healthcare industry needs for improved performance and cleanliness of medical devices.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (21 July 2004)
Slides stay smooth, rigid and silent
HepcoMotion HTS telescopic ball bearing slides combine exceptional performance with a phenomenal range of design options. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (21 July 2004)
Software developments demonstrated at Euromold
ICEM will demonstrate its latest software developments for automotive vehicle body and interiors design and production tooling development at Euromold 04.
News from ICEM (21 July 2004)
BAE Systems signs for software for JSF programme
Metrix Build!IT software has been selected by BAE Systems in Samlesbury, England, for F-35 Joint Strike Fighter tooling production and inspection.
News from Metrix Software Solutions (21 July 2004)
Materials parameters are ready for Abaqus
Matereality has signed a collaborative channel partner programme agreement with Abaqus to enhance interoperability and seamless upload of material parameters from Matereality into Abaqus software.
News from Matereality (21 July 2004)
Plugins extend creativity for Rhino users
nPower Software has released version 3.0 of Power Solids and Power Booleans for Rhino.
News from nPower Software (21 July 2004)
Sensor for train spotters
The latest sensor from Pepperl+Fuchs could soon be arriving at a railway station near you. Brochure Available
News from Pepperl+Fuchs GB (21 July 2004)
Thermal deviations predict equipment failures
ExerTherm is a unique system developed by Qhi Infrared based on small low-cost plastic-bodied noncontact infra-red sensors, each with an MTBF in excess of 1000 years.
News from QHi Group (21 July 2004)
Adapters put microdrives online
Allen-Bradley 22-COMM-E and 22-COMM-P adapters allow PowerFlex 40 drive users to have all the benefits of using a network running EtherNet/IP or Profibus.
News from Rockwell Automation (21 July 2004)
Actuation system supports specialist surgery
User Application Article SKF Engineering Products, the Linear Motion Division of SKF, has designed a ceiling-mounted telescopic actuation system for Leica Medical Equipment, for use in eye surgery microscopes. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (21 July 2004)
Adapter marries Catia with ProductView systems
A Catia V5 adapter for PTC's Windchill ProductView visualisation application is the latest addition to the range CAD/CAM data translators from Theorem Solutions.
News from Theorem Solutions (21 July 2004)
Pumps clean up for JohnsonDiversey
User Application Article Tyco Valves and Controls has installed all-stainless steel Hovap HP pumps and Tyco ball valves at JohnsonDiversey's new state of the art industrial cleaning products manufacturing facility.
News from Tyco Flow Controls (21 July 2004)
Cross-Channel collaboration in engineering
Cross-Channel collaboration in engineering, pharmacy, science and the environment was top of the agenda at a major event hosted by the University of Greenwich at Medway.
News from University of Greenwich (21 July 2004)
Durability and safety combine in IP66-rated pumps
A range of three new IP66-rated pumps satisfy the requirements of the toughest water applications. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (21 July 2004)
Cultured application for peristaltic pumps
User Application Article A company specialising in automated life science applications is using Watson-Marlow Bredel's OEM pumps on a fully automated flexible batch cell culture machine. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (21 July 2004)
Handbook explains all about Industrial Ethernet
A new publication from datacomms expert Westermo provides a comprehensive review of all aspects of industrial Ethernet.
News from Westermo Data Communications (21 July 2004)
V34 modems toughen up for industrial telemetry
A new range of high quality V34 modems is designed specifically for use in harsh industrial environments.
News from Westermo Data Communications (21 July 2004)
Indexing plungers now in stainless steel
New from JW Winco is a range of stainless-steel short indexing plungers in both lockout and non-lockout types.
News from Winco (21 July 2004)
Safety couplings are insensitive to temperature
One of the new products featured in the latest Rino Industries catalogue is the Robalastic range of flexible safety couplings.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (21 July 2004)
Simple vee slides are easy to install
Rino Industries of Chesterfield is offering the Simple-Select range of vee slides as part of its standard linear motion range for 2004.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (21 July 2004)
Taper bushes made from stainless steel
Rino Industries has launched a new range of taper bushes in its new July 2004 edition catalogue available now.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (21 July 2004)
Elastomeric couplings need no bolts or nuts
A novel range of elastomeric couplings is featured in the latest catalogue from Rino Industries.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (21 July 2004)
Spring range has all standards covered
As official UK distributor, Rino Industries has recently extended its range and now handles the whole range of standard springs offered by Spiroflex.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (21 July 2004)
More sessions for fork lift safety conference
Several more sessions have been added to the programme for the 2004 Fork Lift Truck Association Safety Conference - but hurry, tickets are going fast, and last year's coneference was a sell-out.
News from Fork Lift Truck Association (21 July 2004)
HSE publishes free leaflets for FRP firms
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is publishing two new free leaflets as a reminder to all fibre reinforced plastics (FRP) firms be alert to the risks of fire, explosion and styrene exposure.
News from Health and Safety Executive (21 July 2004)
Catalogue reflects expanded instrumentation range
ABB has released an updated version of its Assist Direct instrumentation catalogue to reflect the expanded product offering now available through the ABB Instrumentation Alliance network.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (20 July 2004)
Rolling stock industry switches to permanent staff
ARM Engineering's Rail Division is celebrating its second birthday this week with continued success in the rolling stock industry.
News from Advanced Resource Managers (20 July 2004)
Digital mockup environment hits the streets
Cimmetry Systems has begun shipping AutoVue 18.
News from Cimmetry Systems (20 July 2004)
Library speeds NET development
The NMath Stats library is part of the NMath product suite, which provides object-oriented components for mathematical, engineering, scientific and financial applications on the NET platform.
News from CenterSpace Software (20 July 2004)
Lever switches take control
Versatile and hard-wearing Gessmann 33.5mm lever switches are available with a choice of lever styles and switching action, including an LED-illuminated option. Brochure Available
News from EAO (20 July 2004)
Rolls-Royce selects PLM for new engine projects
Rolls-Royce has entered into a framework agreement with UGS for the supply of PLM related products and services.
News from Siemens PLM Software (20 July 2004)
Environment speeds digital product development
The NX Managed Development Environment leverages the combined strengths of NX and Teamcenter to provide an enhanced foundation for digital product development.
News from Siemens PLM Software (20 July 2004)
L handle gains padlock option
Based on the traditional ergonomic handle with locking insert the latest Program 1000 L handle now accepts a variety of padlock options. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (20 July 2004)
Magnetic filter solves domestic heating woes
User Application Article When the founder of one of the UK's leading water treatment companies had problems with his home central heating system he thought his company should have the product to rectify the problem.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (20 July 2004)
Filter extends mill transmission life
User Application Article Bridgnorth Aluminium, a major producer of rolled aluminium products, has recently employed Magnom for the protection of industrial transmissions.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (20 July 2004)
Filter cuts costly spindle failures
User Application Article Magnom distributor Fluid Technology Analysis was recently approached by GKN to help reduce spindle failures in high frequency grinding machines.
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (20 July 2004)
Electronic newsletter helps test tool users
Fluke has introduced a free-subscription, electronic newsletter available to any online user of professional handheld test tools. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (20 July 2004)
Replacement gearboxes undercut repair costs
A new service promises a brand new worm or shaft mounted gearbox delivered in as little as two days, and at a price that can often undercut the cost of a repair.
News from Gearbox Direct (20 July 2004)
Stock gearsets cut machine downtime
Gearbox Direct now holds a huge range of matched worm and wheel gearsets in stock.
News from Gearbox Direct (20 July 2004)
Repair service really is a quick fix
A new running repair service acknowledges the fact that sometimes a company needs its plant up and running as fast as possible.
News from Gearbox Direct (20 July 2004)
Alliance to deliver oil and gas solution
Schlumberger Information Solutions (SIS) and Aspen Technology have entered into a five-year alliance to provide the upstream oil and gas business with an advanced, real-time software solution.
News from Aspen Technology (20 July 2004)
Shanghai to host Asian powder metallurgy event
PMAsia2005 will be the first pan-Asian conference and exhibition for PM industry suppliers, part fabricators, researchers and end users of powder metallurgy (PM) products.
News from Inovar Communications (20 July 2004)
Novel bridge design sets sail on Queen Mary II
As part of the fitting out of the new prestigious Cunard cruise ship the Queen Mary II, Industrial Design Consultancy has used designed a 21st century bridging system.
News from Industrial Design Consultancy (IDC) (20 July 2004)
Photoelectric sensor looks right
The OG90 photoelectric sensor features a right-angle lens for applications with limited mounting space.
News from IFM Efector (20 July 2004)
Formula One welding at British Grand Prix
Kemppi (UK) was on the starting grid at the 2004 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, with the Kemppi brand on both Jordan Ford EJ14 F1 cars at this year's race.
News from Kemppi (UK) (20 July 2004)
Light relief for motion control
The Sercos MC206 command interface from Trio Motion Technology provides such good signal integrity that the light coupled digital command signals continue to work even with the connector pulled out.
News from Micromech (20 July 2004)
Drivers to aid laboratory automation
National Instruments and Agilent Technologies have announced a joint initiative to create NI-certified LabView instrument drivers for control of Agilent gas and liquid chromatographs. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (20 July 2004)
Thermocouples don sheathes for hot duties
Tungsten-coated molybdenum sheathed thermocouples for graphite environments last several months at temperatures over 2000C.
News from Nanmac Corp (20 July 2004)
Website gains more applications articles
The latest revision of the Optical Surfaces website includes an expanded section of applications articles featuring the company's high-precision optics at work around the world.
News from Optical Surfaces (20 July 2004)
Analogue input modules go on show
Phoenix Contact will be showing its new range of Mini MCR analogue modules at the Instrumentation Scotland and Offshore Systems Exhibition, Aberdeen, 8-9th September 2004.
News from Phoenix Contact (20 July 2004)
Temperature detector runs up to 850C
A new Pt 100 resistance temperature detector (RTD) is specifically designed for measuring temperatures up to 850C.
News from Platinum Sensors (20 July 2004)
Kiosk has industrial potential
Rittal's popular Arc-Line kiosk is now available with 17 or 19in TFT display technology, offering more space for the installation of additional hardware. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (20 July 2004)
Off-the-shelf Scada has large plants covered
Large scale manufacturing plants in process industries now have access to a distributed Scada package that offers redundant, multiple-server functionality off the shelf.
News from Rockwell Automation (20 July 2004)
Senior roles for Stone and Latif
Two new senior appointments have added strength and depth to the research and development team at Rowe Hankins Components.
News from Rowe Hankins Components (20 July 2004)
Batch weight controller learns its tasks
The SY005 batch weight controller from Synectic Design offers users a proven design updated following continuous feedback from customers.
News from Synectic Design (20 July 2004)
Digital pressure sensors boast high accuracy
The DSDX series features a digital 12bit output signal and offers OEM customers cost-effective pressure measurement from 70mbar to 7bar.
News from Sensortechnics UK (20 July 2004)
Submersible pressure transmitter is on the level
The HYD submersible pressure transmitter offers high-precision hydrostatic level measurement for pressure ranges from 100mbar.
News from Sensortechnics UK (20 July 2004)
Awards encourage student racers
SolidWorks Corp has announced the winners of the first annual SolidWorks 3D Design and Analysis Award for the best race car designs in the Formula Student 2004 competition.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (20 July 2004)
Self-aligning bearings speed machine assembly
User Application Article A new generation of machines for producing air pillows, used to fill voids in packaging cartons and cases, uses easy-mounting self-aligning bearings to reduce build time and costs. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (20 July 2004)
Sensor measures moisture in natural gas
The Humicap Series HMT360 dewpoint transmitter provides a reliable method for measuring moisture in pipelines and storage tanks containing natural gas. Brochure Available
News from Vaisala (20 July 2004)
Peristaltic pump clears the way for Network Rail
User Application Article When Network Rail looked for new ways of dealing with autumn leaf fall problems, it turned to Portec Rail Products (UK) to manufacture a trackside traction gel applicator. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (20 July 2004)
Peristaltic pumps answer OEM demands
Specifically designed for OEM applications, 400 Series peristaltic pumps are available as single- and multi-channel units for both low- and medium-flow applications. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (20 July 2004)
Food-grade grease offers long-term protection
Foodlube Protect, the latest food-grade grease from Rocol, is now available from over 170 Wyko branches nationwide and offers heavy duty, long-term corrosion protection. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (20 July 2004)
Southern Water awards pump repair contract
Wyko Industrial Services has won an GBP 890,000 contract for repairing pumps and motors for all 2400 Southern Water sites. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (20 July 2004)
Upgrade for gas detection system
Zellweger Analytics has made a major upgrade to its MDA Scientific Vertex system - the leading multipoint toxic gas monitoring system for semiconductor fabrication.
News from Honeywell Analytics (20 July 2004)
Shaft locking bushings are nickel plated
New Posi-Lok bushings provide a solid connection between shaft and mounted devices. Brochure Available
News from Zero-Max (20 July 2004)
HSE publishes 2003-2004 report and accounts
The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) has published its Annual Report and Accounts for the year 1 April 2003 to 31 March 2004; also included is a legislative timetable.
News from Health and Safety Executive (20 July 2004)
Rail safety to be transferred away from HSC/E
The Secretary of State for Transport announced on 15 July 2004 moves to transfer responsibility for railway safety regulation from HSC/E to the new Office of Rail Regulation (ORR).
News from Health and Safety Executive (20 July 2004)
Motion control and positioning systems on CD
Aerotech has produced a new resource guide CD, packed with over 500 pages of specification and reference information for its complete range of motion control and positioning systems. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (19 July 2004)
Speedy access to solenoid valves
"Asco Today" is a new customer excellence programme that guarantees same-day shipment of select items from the Asco Valve product portfolio.
News from Asco Valve (19 July 2004)
New gear company has Wright proprietor
Peter Wright, a well known figure in the gear industry, has formed his own company to provide products and services to organisations within the gear and power transmission industry.
News from 3A Gear Services (19 July 2004)
Panel PCs show their industrial roots
Advantech has launched a series of panel PCs based on Intel Pentium 4 processors. Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (19 July 2004)
Novel conductive composite breaks the mould
Bac2 Electrode Materials has exploited the unique conducting properties of a novel polymer system to develop ElectroPhen, a low cost, mouldable, conductive composite material.
News from Bac2 (19 July 2004)
Toolboxes assist in cancer research
User Application Article Infinity Pharmaceuticals is using Matlab, the Statistics Toolbox, and the Curve Fitting Toolbox for data analysis.
News from MathWorks (19 July 2004)
Liquid detects gas system leaks safely and easily
Hoke liquid "Leak Detective" is a novel fluid for detecting leaks in pressurised gas systems.
News from Circor Instrumentation (19 July 2004)
Read all about geared motor solutions
A new guide to Danfoss Bauer geared motor solutions includes more than 400 pages of detailed product overviews, design and selection criteria, motor specifications and ordering information.
News from Danfoss Drives (19 July 2004)
Three-card trick is key to Nissan
User Application Article Reverse engineering, modelling and machining come together at the most productive car plant in Europe. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (19 July 2004)
The plot thickens for Pro/Intralink users
Etrage has released web access and batch processing for PSI - Plot Service for Pro/Intralink.
News from Etrage (19 July 2004)
Spark erosion restores Shell plant's capacity
User Application Article Innovative use of Furmanite's spark erosion technology applied at Shell's Stanlow petrochem plant at Ellesmere Port has helped to increase production efficiency, restoring design capacity.
News from Furmanite International (19 July 2004)
Software offers "CAD for plastics selection"
The partnership between Granta Design and Ides has produced the ground-breaking new CES Optimal Polymer Selector (OPS).
News from Granta Design (19 July 2004)
Flair and imagination produce sterile design
User Application Article Pneumatic actuation is helping improve the efficiency of materials handling at Coventry General Hospital. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (19 July 2004)
New name reveals parentage
Surrey-based Hounsfield Test Equipment now operates under the name of its American parent, Tinius Olsen. Brochure Available
News from Tinius Olsen (19 July 2004)
A pipe stopper in line saves time
User Application Article When a UK repair facility for military shipping had a problem cutting a metal valve out of position without swarf entering the vessel's sensitive power plant, it turned to HFT Pipestoppers Division.
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Pipestoppers Division (19 July 2004)
Dusseldorf prepares for trade fair
K 2004 has expanded its services to exhibitors and visitors for the forthcoming trade fair, with the construction of a new tube train station, now found inside the redesigned North entrance.
News from International Trade Shows Link (19 July 2004)
Amps show the way for fibre-optic sensing
Powerful, with an intuitive menu and meaningful graphic display, the new OO5000 series amplifiers show the way for the future. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (19 July 2004)
Study guide explains new automation qualification
The Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society has released its study guide for the new Certified Automation Professional (CAP) programme.
News from ISA (19 July 2004)
Some sampling systems like it cold
User Application Article Sampling systems designed around a Series 210 probe sampler have been selected for extracting batch samples of butane, propane and stabilised oil in Libya.
News from Jiskoot (19 July 2004)
Pneumatic cylinders find new markets in the UK
New Markets has been appointed to supply the Pimatic range of pneumatic cylinders in the UK.
News from New Markets (19 July 2004)
Viro to adopt piezo-based lock technology
Servocell is to license its patented piezo-based lock technology to Viro, the leading Italian lock manufacturer.
News from Servocell (19 July 2004)
Nigerian distributor ships from stock
Parker Instrumentation's Nigerian distributor Bell Oil and Gas is extending its service to include stocks for immediate delivery. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division (19 July 2004)
Third annual conference set for September
Lean manufacturing techniques, NVQs and skills improvement, waste minimisation tools, management policy deployment and other new issues will take centre stage at the third annual PICME conference.
News from PICME (19 July 2004)
New features for fatigue analysis software
Available now, fe-safe v5.1 is the latest version of the state-of-the-art durability analysis software suite for FE models.
News from Safe Technology (19 July 2004)
Data management package upgrades to new SolidWorks
The new version of the award-winning Synergis Adept software package will incorporate support for SolidWorks 2005.
News from Synergis Software (19 July 2004)
Range of clamps and rings tightens TFC's grip
Oetiker's extensive range of innovative industrial clamps and rings offer an array of flexible engineering solutions, available now from TFC. Brochure Available
News from TFC (19 July 2004)
E-learning engine aids distance training
The Cisco Learning Institute has chosen to award the University of Central England's Technology Innovation Centre (TIC) its UK licence for an advanced e-learning engine.
News from Technology Innovation Centre (19 July 2004)
Probe gets the measure of CO2 in the field
The Carbocap GMP343 carbon dioxide probe is a compact field instrument designed for soil respiration measurements, other ecological measurements and various custom applications. Brochure Available
News from Vaisala (19 July 2004)
GM combustion safety winners announced
Combustion Safety has announced the top five of 42 General Motors powerhouse plants that have continuously performed with the highest level of combustion equipment and personnel safety.
News from Combustion Safety (19 July 2004)
IP68 beacon lamps suit tough applications
DG Controls (trade name 'deegee') is launching a range of IP68-rated heavy-duty beacon lamps for industrial, fire, security, aeronautic, marine and specialist markets.
News from DG Controls (19 July 2004)
CD-Rom contains all publications from 2002-2003
The Bilbao-based European Agency for Safety and Health at Work is launching its 2003 Annual Report and a CD-Rom with all publications released in 2002-2003.
News from European Agency For Safety And Health At Work (19 July 2004)
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