News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 29 August
to Saturday 4 September 2004
Aphel expands into new HQ
As a result of continuing growth Aphel has moved to a new purpose-built facility in Coventry, UK.
News from Aphel ( 3 September 2004)
Cape Canaveral chosen for US base
1st March 2004 saw the launch of Aphel Technologies Inc (ATI) in the USA.
News from Aphel ( 3 September 2004)
More options for servo gearmotor range
Bayside Motion Group's "Stealth" servo gearmotor range has been expanded to include both new frame size and ratio options to extend its potential applications.
News from Parker Bayside ( 3 September 2004)
Call for papers on pipeline protection
Submissions are now open for papers for the 16th International Conference on Pipeline Protection.
News from BHR Group ( 3 September 2004)
More capacity for compressed air stations
Boge Compressors has extended its range of SD compressed air stations with the inclusion of three larger capacity machines. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors ( 3 September 2004)
Consultacy gives students a racing edge
Brunel University's team propelled itself into the design finals of the international Formula Student event with help from two Warwickshire-based engineering consultancies.
News from Bertrandt UK ( 3 September 2004)
IR camera manufacturer invests in German markets
Cedip Infrared Systems has opened a new subsidiary company to increase support to and further develop its growing base of customers in German speaking markets. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 3 September 2004)
More capacity for adhesive dispensers
ConProTec now supplies 75ml cartridges for its Mixpac handheld cartridge dispensing system for two-component adhesives.
News from Sulzer Mixpac USA ( 3 September 2004)
Easy mounting for safety limit switches
The new Senator range of safety limit switches offers OEMs the standardisation benefits of a wide range of actuator heads, all of which can be rotated in 90-degree increments for ease of mounting.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) ( 3 September 2004)
Bradley aims to raise Europress profile
Europress has recruited Mike Bradley as General Manager for its UK subsidiary EPP Magnus.
News from EPP Magnus ( 3 September 2004)
Turbidity measured with utmost clarity
A new turbidity measurement system further extends the Rosemount Analytical instrumentation capability for water quality monitoring.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Analytical ( 3 September 2004)
On-site calibration keeps torque tests running
User Application Article Torotrak has reduced its downtime and increased the efficiency of its test programme by installing HBM's TB2 torque reference transducer for calibrating its T10F torque transducers on site. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK ( 3 September 2004)
Linear motion range expands at TEAM show
True to form, HepcoMotion will be launching several new products at the forthcoming TEAM Show, reaffirming its status as one of the world's leading innovators in linear motion technology. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion ( 3 September 2004)
Pneumatic cylinder in an affair of the heart
User Application Article A new polymer vascular prosthetic graft is proving so popular that production is being further automated to keep up with increasing demand. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa ( 3 September 2004)
Expert system monitors turbines and generators
Iris Power Engineering has been working with the New York Power Authority to develop HydroX, the world's first continuous monitoring expert diagnostic system for hydro turbines and generators.
News from Iris Power Engineering ( 3 September 2004)
Full instrument range is CE certified
Iris Power Engineering has received CE certification on all of its Trac instruments and all portable instruments.
News from Iris Power Engineering ( 3 September 2004)
Skyline standardises on exhibit design solution
Skyline Displays, a market leading provider of trade show and event exhibits, has decided to standardise on IronCAD as its trade show exhibit design solution.
News from IronCAD ( 3 September 2004)
Flexible application for light curtains and grids
The new Focus range of light curtains and grids have the flexibility for a wide range of applications.
News from Jokab Safety UK ( 3 September 2004)
Pair focus on dry bulk measurement
K-Tek has formed a new partnership with ASI Instruments to focus on the detection and measurement of dry bulk solids.
News from K-Tek ( 3 September 2004)
Forceful case for nanopositioners
Nanopositioning specialist Physik Instrumente has introduced a new series of piezo-driven linear actuators - the Pica-Stack range. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics ( 3 September 2004)
New features enhance popular package
IronCAD 7.0, the latest release of the well known CAD solid modelling software, contains some interesting new features.
News from Leonardo Computer Systems ( 3 September 2004)
Motion controller card handles up to eight axes
The MAXp is a PCIbus-based controller which has up to eight axes of user definable servo and stepper motion control.
News from Micromech ( 3 September 2004)
Dress "intrigued" by unique approach
Christopher Dress has joined Product Sight Corp as Executive Vice President of Sales and Business Development.
News from Product Sight ( 3 September 2004)
Decentralised safety delivers user benefits
Technical Background Article The use of PLCs and fieldbuses has grown rapidly for automation tasks, and now we are seeing a similar pattern for safety-related control functions, says Dipl Ing Holger Bode.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 3 September 2004)
Safety upgrade provides reliability as a bonus
User Application Article Programmable safety systems improve boiler safety and reliability, saving a Scottish distillery thousands of pounds.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 3 September 2004)
Spacers and tubular products are ready made
The use of tube or steel bar to produce spacers, distance pieces, ferrules or standoffs can be an unwanted added cost to an assembly or process. Brochure Available
News from Spirol Industries ( 3 September 2004)
Sensors boast long range measurement
SmartRange sensors are easy to use and have a long measuring range with high resolution, fast sampling rate and an excellent cost to performance ratio.
News from Sensopart UK ( 3 September 2004)
Improved level measurement for historic lift lock
User Application Article As the famous Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Site in Canada celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, it has received a high tech birthday present.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 3 September 2004)
Weighbridge plays key role in vehicle recycling
User Application Article A Eurodeck weighbridge is set to help Cornishman Henry Flashman meet the challenging requirements of the new End of Life Vehicle (ELV) Directive.
News from Westco Bilanciai ( 3 September 2004)
Novel pump promises efficient degassing
Yokota Manufacturing Co, Japan, has launched a new type of degassing equipment for highly efficient and quick degassing of gas-dissolved liquid.
News from Yokota Manufacturing ( 3 September 2004)
RMC engages PowerPlug for PAT testing
User Application Article RMC Group plc has appointed electrical appliance testing (PAT) contractor PowerPlug (UK) to ensure the safety of portable electrical equipment at its Barrington plant.
News from PowerPlug UK ( 3 September 2004)
Handheld scanner acquires hazardous data
As innovative as it is rugged, the wireless radio handheld BCS 370 DustEx scanner from Bartec delivers sophisticated, ergonomic and operational features for today's industrial applications.
News from Bartec UK ( 2 September 2004)
Fluid sealing conference to cover IPPC Directive
BHR Group's 18th International Conference on Fluid Sealing will be held from 12th to 14th October 2005 with the theme of "Sealing for pollution prevention and control".
News from BHR Group ( 2 September 2004)
Collaboration solution is affordable for SMBs
CoCreate Software reckons that small and mid-sized businesses are choosing OneSpace.net as an affordable way to meet the collaboration needs of dispersed workgroups.
News from CoCreate Software ( 2 September 2004)
Silanes explained online
A new website from Dow Corning provides product, application and solution information on a full range of silanes.
News from Dow Corning ( 2 September 2004)
Brochure features lift truck replacement chain
Emerson Power Transmission has published a new brochure featuring Morse lift truck leaf chain.
News from Emerson Power Transmission ( 2 September 2004)
Sone comes onboard to replace Onoki
Hirozumi Sone, Executive Director of Engineering for Yamatake Corp, has been named to the board of directors of the Fieldbus Foundation.
News from Fieldbus Foundation ( 2 September 2004)
Report shows new trends in plastics processing
Although price still remains a critical purchase determinant, selecting the right equipment to realise enhanced productivity and efficiency has become the focal point for plastics processors.
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 2 September 2004)
New position to manage Recoil brand marketing
A Shropshire manufacturing company has recruited a new Marketing Executive with the aim of achieving a 100% increase in turnover by 2007 for one of its pan-European brands. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems ( 2 September 2004)
Custom moulding for silicone grips and sleeves
Surgical and dental instrument safety, design and function can be improved when silicone grips and sleeves are custom moulded to the instruments.
News from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics ( 2 September 2004)
Dry-pressed alumina ceramic components
Morgan Advanced Ceramics offers miniature, dry-pressed alumina ceramic components from its GBC Materials Division.
News from Morgan Advanced Ceramics ( 2 September 2004)
Motors help put underwater ROVs on the spot
User Application Article VideoRay is a leading US-based manufacturer of underwater remotely operated vehicles, and each of its units includes three Pittman brand series 9000 brushed DC motors.
News from PennEngineering Motion Technologies - Europe ( 2 September 2004)
Expansion for plastic housed bearing range
The introduction of yet another plastic housed bearing type to the RA Rodriguez Greenlign range extends the choice to eight.
News from Rodriguez (UK) ( 2 September 2004)
Expansion for urethane casting
Rapid Product Development Group (RPDG) has expanded its urethane casting department with the purchase of new vacuum casting equipment from MK Technologies.
News from Rapid Product Development Group ( 2 September 2004)
Conference devoted to high-performance elastomers
The High Performance Elastomers Conference will be held on 20th and 21st April 2005 in Geneva, Switzerland.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 2 September 2004)
Spirex signs up Fordham Plastics
Fordham Plastics has been signed to represent the Spirex product line of screws, barrels and front end components in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Western Tennessee.
News from Spirex Plasticating Systems and Solutions ( 2 September 2004)
Compact reducer boasts of high torque
The standard inline RV-E reducer provides high-end performance in a very compact and highly rigid component type configuration.
News from Servotechnic ( 2 September 2004)
Kubotek goes on tour
Kubotek USA has revealed plans for the "Cadkey evolution tour", a series of free half-day events to take place in cities across the country in September and October.
News from Tech Ed Concepts ( 2 September 2004)
Tubing aids accurate dispensing and performance
PumpSil is a novel platinum-cured silicon tubing with a unique LaserTraceability feature. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps ( 2 September 2004)
Double cam levers in steel and stainless-steel
JW Winco has a range of steel and stainless-steel double cam levers.
News from Winco ( 2 September 2004)
Advice for selecting the right insurance broker
Technical Background Article Thousands of UK engineering companies are wasting money by using the wrong type of insurance broker, claim experts from the industry.
News from UK and Ireland Insurance ( 2 September 2004)
Website tells all on austempered ductile iron
The origin and properties of advanced cast iron materials are unveiled on a new website from ADI Treatments.
News from ADI Treatments ( 1 September 2004)
Moisture test provides plastics comparison
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has recently approved a new test method for the MAX-2000XL moisture analyser.
News from Able Instruments and Controls ( 1 September 2004)
New generation card takes the strain on the scales
User Application Article Celsum Technologies is supplying the new generation DSC digital strain card for the new VideoMedia coin-operated personal weighing machine, designed and manufactured by Avisis. Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies ( 1 September 2004)
Software speeds Brazilian mould throughput
User Application Article Power Solution software helped Moltec design and manufacture 450 blow mould tools for two and three litre bottles for one of the worldwide leaders in the soft drink market in less than 45 days. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 1 September 2004)
New source for pneumatic components in Scotland
The industrial component supplier BSH, has been appointed by the pneumatics leader Festo as a "Premier Stockist". Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 1 September 2004)
Transition sensor promises speedy payback
The Optec M product transition sensor has been specifically designed to measure the transition between water and product in a production line.
News from Fullbrook Systems ( 1 September 2004)
Free software helps optimise industrial Ethernet
GarrettCom Europe is offering its Fault Timing Analysis (FTA) software free of charge to industrial Ethernet users.
News from GarrettCom Europe ( 1 September 2004)
Screw jack gains antibacklash option
The ZIMM antibacklash AB screw jack is a simple, cost-effective solution that reduces design, assembly and production time. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion ( 1 September 2004)
Leadscrews prove a cost-effective alternative
User Application Article When Prior Scientific chose Kerk leadscrews for its OptiScan microscope stages, it realised significant cost savings with only a fractional increase in backlash. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork ( 1 September 2004)
Leadscrews and linear rails explained
The possibility of saving up to 80% on linear motion space by using the new Kerk ScrewRail is one of subjects covered in the latest publication from Huco Engineering Components. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork ( 1 September 2004)
RF radiation monitors calibrated in the UK
RF and microwave specialist Link Microtek has launched a calibration service for the Narda XT range of personal RF radiation monitors.
News from Link Microtek ( 1 September 2004)
Cylinder selection improved by design
A novel selection program helps designers choose optimum hydraulic cylinder solutions for different machines and applications, and then download high quality 3D drawings to their own CAD systems.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics ( 1 September 2004)
Photoelectric sensors open the door on new uses
Technical Background Article The sensing and detection of people is one of the many functions asked of industrial photoelectric sensors.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK ( 1 September 2004)
AC fans handle harsh environments
NEMA standard IEC60529 IP55 rated, 115/230V AC tubeaxial fans are available in several frame sizes from Mechatronics.
News from Mechatronics Fan Group ( 1 September 2004)
Automatic lubricator has a clear advantage
Slot Grease is a novel automatic rechargeable lubrication system.
News from Mehta and Co ( 1 September 2004)
CAM software links smoothly with SolidWorks
The latest version of the EdgeCAM computer-aided manufacturing software to be released in September 2004, supports SolidWorks 2005 3D mechanical design software.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems ( 1 September 2004)
Area scan camera aids image analysis
The new Pantera TF 1M60 from Dalsa is a high-resolution, 12bit, 1K x 1K digital area scan camera that combines unmatched dynamic range with astonishing speed. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 1 September 2004)
Compact surge voltage protection for Ex areas
The new Termitrab TT-ST-M-EX(I) terminal, from Phoenix Contact brings high-performance surge voltage protection, in a width of just 6.2mm, to Ex areas.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 1 September 2004)
Filters save costs across the board
A new filter element promises to save users significant costs in terms of both energy and maintenance. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division ( 1 September 2004)
New addition to Queen's Awards
Outstanding businesses from the manufacturing sector have just weeks left in which to apply for a Queen's Award for Enterprise - the UK's most prestigious accolade for business success.
News from Queen's Awards for Enterprise ( 1 September 2004)
Deal to spread use of colour-change inks
Sicpa is to market a range of inks produced from Sherwood's patent specified colour-change chemistry - DataLase - via a nonexclusive supply licence agreement.
News from DataLase ( 1 September 2004)
ATEX-approved switches simplify compliance
User Application Article Kemutec specifies Schmersal ATEX-approved switches for its powder processing equipment for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
News from Schmersal UK ( 1 September 2004)
Circuit breakers step in to fuse-holder outlines
Schurter's new T9 series circuit breaker for equipment is free from lead and other hazardous materials as outlined by the European Union RoHS Directive. Brochure Available
News from Schurter ( 1 September 2004)
Actuators offer ergonomic furniture solutions
SKF Linear Motion has developed a complete range of actuators aimed at manufacturers of ergonomic furniture solutions. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 1 September 2004)
Food industry bearings cater for washdowns
A range of bearings and bearing units addresses problems of corrosion and premature bearing damage caused by frequent washdowns in the food and beverage processing industries. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 1 September 2004)
Gearboxes help reduce coal
User Application Article Deep in the interior of Borneo, David Brown triple reduction gearboxes will soon be working hard as part of an innovative drive solution for a twin roll crusher.
News from David Brown Engineering ( 1 September 2004)
SBES calls for more inspectors and heavier fines
Technical Background Article When a recent report by MPs on the Work and Pensions Select Committee declared that the Health and Safety Executive needed to double its number of inspectors to cut injury and illness at work, the TUC
News from SBES ( 1 September 2004)
Relays tackle heavy-duty applications
The newly released HAT900 heavy-duty relay range offers a wide range of switch configurations with 1 Form A, 1 Form B and 1 Form C switch styles.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (31 August 2004)
Stepper motor integrates full motion control
The ServoStep is billed as a breakthrough in integrated step motor technology.
News from Animatics (31 August 2004)
Theory meets practice in "structured" co-operation
Two Stockport based companies with complementary skills in structural measurement and analysis have formed a working partnership, aimed at providing an unrivalled service for their clients. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (31 August 2004)
CD-ROM catalogue details more than 6500 motors
Baldor has released a new interactive motors and drives catalogue on CD-ROM. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (31 August 2004)
Annual dinner set for Dudley in November
The Annual Dinner of the British Stainless Steel Association, sponsored by Cashmores, will be held at the Copthorne Hotel, Dudley on Thursday 11th November.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (31 August 2004)
Resin gives appliances a classy metallic look
User Application Article Using Visualfx resin technology to differentiate in appearance, Spanish appliance leader Fagor Electrodomesticos chose Cycolac resin for its Innova luxury refrigerator line.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (31 August 2004)
Photorealistic visualisation is independent of CAD
A new stand-alone software package creates photorealistic visualisations of CAD models generated either with ICEM Surf or with other vendors' engineering CAD systems.
News from ICEM (31 August 2004)
Novel package dedicated to reverse engineering
RevEng is a new stand-alone software product for reverse engineering applications.
News from ICEM (31 August 2004)
Mobile software aids iterative development
Product developers can now transmit design changes from more places than ever with laptop computers using Intel Centrino mobile technology paired with ImpactXoft's SPD software.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (31 August 2004)
ETS Birmingham appointment expands network to 28
Leading automation and control specialist IMO Precision Controls has strengthened its UK distribution network by appointing ETS Birmingham as a new official representative.
News from IMO Precision Controls (31 August 2004)
Last chance to submit Drives and Controls papers
The organiser has issued a final call for papers for the Drives and Controls Exhibition seminars, which will run in conjunction with the show in the newly refurbished Telford International Centre. Brochure Available
News from DFA Media (31 August 2004)
Synthetic lubricants reduce energy bills
According to Kluber, approximately five billion kilowatt-hours of electrical energy can be wasted in the UK alone each year through inefficient lubrication of gearboxes and compressors. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (31 August 2004)
CMM switches to turbine blade reverse engineering
User Application Article Rows of blades in a gas turbine generator cost millions of pounds, yet need to be replaced frequently.
News from LK (31 August 2004)
DC gear motor produces 6.5Nm continuous torque
Midwest Motion Products has a new DC gear motor, the Model MMP.PDSF80-12V.050.1.
News from Midwest Motion Products (31 August 2004)
Website tops magazine poll
The readers of Test and Measurement World have ranked the National Instruments website, ni.com, the most useful vendor website in an annual study conducted by Reed Research Group. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (31 August 2004)
System boasts sensitive particle measurement
The new HSLIS M65eS and LS-50e syringe sampler provides high sensitivity particle measurements down to 0.065um in process chemicals as well as DI water.
News from Particle Measuring Systems (31 August 2004)
Plastics prove their worth outdoors
Premier Material Concepts (PMC) extrudes a variety of materials for outdoor applications.
News from Premier Material Concepts (31 August 2004)
Camera survives extreme environments
The DVT "Extreme Environment" Legend XE camera is a stainless steel cased version of the popular and powerful DVT Legend 550 high speed smart camera. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (31 August 2004)
Adapters simplify PLC upgrades
Phoenix Contact has extended its range of PLC structured cabling products to facilitate the replacement of Simatic S5 systems with Simatic S7 in the automation market.
News from Phoenix Contact (31 August 2004)
Opportunity knocks for Woodward
Rowe Hankins Components has a new Sales and Marketing Manager, Vince Woodward.
News from Rowe Hankins Components (31 August 2004)
Conference to examine high performance plastics
The High Performance Plastics Conference will be held in Vienna, Austria, on 5th and 6th April 2005.
News from Smithers Rapra (31 August 2004)
Swiss VAR to help provide international education
SolidProfessor has enlisted Swiss based value added reseller Comsol to help it address the SolidWorks education market internationally.
News from SolidProfessor (31 August 2004)
Learn about motion control over breakfast
Siemens Automation and Drives is holding six motion control breakfast seminars at various venues around the UK during September and October 2004.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (31 August 2004)
Logger for remote monitoring of up to 250 channels
The TML data logger can be used for remote monitoring of up to 250 channels with appropriate switching boxes.
News from Techni Measure (31 August 2004)
Co-ordinator helps speed component production
User Application Article A Trio motion co-ordinator has helped Eaton Aerospace to cut production times and set up costs associated with their range of flange clamps for the aerospace industry.
News from Trio Motion Technology (31 August 2004)
Lube-free roller chain offers true benefits
Technical Background Article With more than one manufacturer now offering roller chain products that do not require any external lubricant throughout their lives, Tsubaki explains how it is done. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (31 August 2004)
Award for engineering tutor
Staff and students have heaped praise on an engineering tutor who has been awarded the University of Bradford's coveted Award for Teaching Excellence.
News from University of Bradford (31 August 2004)
Project gives online access to robotic telescope
School pupils across the UK will be able to gaze at the heavens from a telescope on the island of Tenerife without ever leaving their desks thanks to a University of Bradford project.
News from University of Bradford (31 August 2004)
Radio modems improve canal link communications
User Application Article Radio modems have been installed to improve datacommunications on the Falkirk Wheel, the massive structure that carries canal boats between the Forth and Clyde Canal and the Union Canal.
News from Westermo Data Communications (31 August 2004)
Software analyses component shock response
DADiSP/SRS (shock response spectrum) is a new addon module to the popular engineering spreadsheet package, DADiSP. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (30 August 2004)
Toolbox tackles technical datasets
The new Database Integration Toolbox allows users to apply the power of Maple 9.5 to technical datasets. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (30 August 2004)
Tools qualify for use with Inventor 9
Algor's InCAD products have been named as Autodesk Inventor 9 Certified Applications.
News from Algor (30 August 2004)
Safety first for RCD testers
Even if they are inadvertently connected to a live three-phase supply, RCD testers in Megger's new RCDT300 range remain undamaged, and present no safety hazard to the user. Brochure Available
News from Megger (30 August 2004)
Free CAD viewer supports all major formats
Delcam is offering a free CAD viewer that will allow users to view, but not change, CAD models in all the major formats. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (30 August 2004)
Easy answer to checking nut and bolt threads
A novel bolt and nut thread checking, verifying and identifying tool is now available for purchase online.
News from Empire Sales and Distribution (30 August 2004)
Metals inflation causes antimony trioxide increase
GLCC Laurel is to increase the price for all grades of antimony trioxide by $0.25/lb in the Americas and by $550/mt in Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
News from Chemtura (30 August 2004)
Absolute encoders promise fabulous benefits
The trend toward increasingly precise and nevertheless economical products is placing strong pressure on machine tool builders to improve the machining accuracy of their products. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (30 August 2004)
Portable thermal imager has budget price tag
The latest portable thermal imager from Land Instruments International is billed as the perfect instrument with which to identify and quantify thermally related problems around the plant. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (30 August 2004)
Closed loop industrial automation comes onboard
User Application Article A new automated chemical dosing system for marine boilers is the first to use closed loop industrial automation technology. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (30 August 2004)
Servomotor punches its weight
Compared with everyday servomotors from other manufacturers, AKM motors pack considerably higher power output for a given frame size.
News from Micromech (30 August 2004)
Scanning stages exceed stringent specifications
Motorised scanning stages from Prior have always had a reputation for quality and reliability and now the company reckons it is delivering the proof with every one. Brochure Available
News from Prior Scientific (30 August 2004)
Tis the season to launch CAD products
Theorem Solutions is set to launch a series of new products during this autumn's international CAD system user group season.
News from Theorem Solutions (30 August 2004)
Offshore workers get HSE news directly
The Offshore Division of the Health and Safety Executive is launching a new information sheet, 'Tea-Shack News', aimed at giving offshore workers the latest safety news direct from HSE.
News from Health and Safety Executive (30 August 2004)
Updated guidance on portable electrical equipment
The Health and Safety Executive has updated its popular guide aimed at employers, employees and the self-employed who use, or have control over, portable or transportable electrical equipment.
News from Health and Safety Executive (30 August 2004)
HSE publishes ill health statistics
The Health and Safety Executive has published new statistics in its Occupational Health Statistics Bulletin 2003/04, detailing work-related ill health in Great Britain.
News from Health and Safety Executive (30 August 2004)
HSE issues asbestos warning
The Health and Safety Executive has issued a warning that proper precautions must be taken when working on buildings where asbestos may be present, following the prosecution of a firm near Blackpool.
News from Health and Safety Executive (30 August 2004)
Risk assessment software gets major upgrade
Industrial Safety Integration is releasing Version 2 of its software package Corporate Industrial Risk and Safety Management Application (CIRSMA).
News from Industrial Safety Integration (30 August 2004)
Guidelines for complying with asbestos Regulations
Technical Background Article Richard Manning, partner at Walker Morris solicitors gives advice on how to comply with the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, which has been mandatory since 21 May 2004.
News from Walker Morris Solicitors (30 August 2004)
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