News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 5 September
to Saturday 11 September 2004
Distributor masters pressure switching
Sussex-based Applications Engineering has been appointed master distributor for the UK and Ireland for the comprehensive range of Gems pressure switch products.
News from Applications Engineering (10 September 2004)
Thermal camera helps optimise TGV braking
User Application Article The high-performance Jade MM-IR camera has been used as part of a study to characterise suitable brake disk materials for the French TGV high-speed train. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (10 September 2004)
Outstation uses GSM for data telemetry
Churchill Controls has launched a GSM-equipped Nano-Link telemetry outstation operating on mobile phone networks.
News from Churchill Controls (10 September 2004)
Faster amp accelerates fibre-optic sensing
A new version of the Contrinex 3065 DIN-rail-mounting fibre-optic amplifier has much increased switching frequency, making it ideal for sensing small parts moving at high lateral speeds.
News from Contrinex UK (10 September 2004)
Software extends knowledge re-use
NX DesignLogic provides users with capabilities for rapidly embedding design knowledge and engineering rules into NXT product definitions, allowing engineers to build a higher level of design intent.
News from Siemens PLM Software (10 September 2004)
Ethernet-enabled PLC is pneumatics-friendly
A new Ethernet-equipped PLC is believed to be the first truly integrated solution for pneumatic valve terminals. Brochure Available
News from Festo (10 September 2004)
Purge monitor boosts welding reliability
The all-new Mark V weld purge monitor from HFT (Huntingdon Fusion Techniques) has been designed from scratch for additional reliability and accuracy. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (10 September 2004)
Actuator belts along with a heavy load
A new modular belt-driven linear actuator for heavy duty applications will compete with rack and pinion drives as much as other actuators. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (10 September 2004)
Paper explains design influence in e-engineering
ICEM has been selected to provide one of the conference speakers at the Conat 2004 International Automotive Congress taking place in Brasov, Romania from 20th to 22nd October 2004.
News from ICEM (10 September 2004)
Alarm and event analysis software on show
ICS will be exhibiting at the 7th World Congress of Chemical Engineering (WCCE7) in Glasgow in July 2005.
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) (10 September 2004)
Photoelectric sensors offer complete solution
IMO reckons its new QB series of photoelectric sensors offers a complete sensing solution for any user.
News from IMO Precision Controls (10 September 2004)
Laser vibrometers help F1 engines rev higher
User Application Article Polytec's HSV-series laser vibrometers are being used by F1 and Nascar engine manufacturers to characterise and improve the valve performance of engines. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (10 September 2004)
Dynamic website unifies brands
nCode, a leading durability specialist, is to expand its activities across the globe and into further sectors.
News from nCode International (10 September 2004)
Measurement and control solutions on show at K
NDC Infrared Engineering's innovative and popular range of measurement and control solutions will be featured on stand A01 at K2004.
News from NDC Infrared Engineering (10 September 2004)
Compressor order completes South African hat-trick
Peter Brotherhood has secured a lucrative Eur 1 million reciprocating gas compressor order for installation in South Africa - the third such order this year.
News from Peter Brotherhood (10 September 2004)
Screw jacks boast 50% higher duty cycle
S-Series metric cubic screw jacks are designed to have a higher duty cycle and mounting flexibility over conventional worm gear screw jacks. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (10 September 2004)
Budget pricing for air bearing tables
New from Servotechnic are low-cost bespoke air bearing tables.
News from Servotechnic (10 September 2004)
Industrial DC stepping motors are CE-marked
Total Motion Systems (TMS) manufactures one of the largest ranges of CE-marked industrial DC stepping motors in the world.
News from Total Motion Systems (10 September 2004)
Remote control opens new international markets
User Application Article The development of a control system with full TCP/IP facilities over GPRS by Total Remote Control (TRC) has led to the opening of new international markets for Arbel Electronics.
News from Total Remote Control (10 September 2004)
Do permissioning regimes enhance safety?
The last few tickets are still available for the Health and Safety Executive supported, Institution of Mechanical Engineers seminar on permissioning regimes.
News from Health and Safety Executive (10 September 2004)
Proximity sensors protected by stainless steel
The IS68 range of inductive proximity sensors has a stainless-steel body for improved environmental protection.
News from Active Switch and Sensor ( 9 September 2004)
High visibility for wall-mount LED displays
Amalgamated Instrument Co (AIC) has enhanced its range of large digit displays with the release of four-, five- and six-digit numeric LED displays housed in wall-mount IP65 enclosures.
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co ( 9 September 2004)
Positioners offer cost-effective process control
A new range of modular process valve positioner units provides a cost effective, space-saving and flexible method of achieving precise proportional control of liquids and gases. Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics ( 9 September 2004)
Stainless-steel fasteners are all at sea
User Application Article The world's biggest composite ship, the Mirabella V incorporates over 31,000 stainless steel BigHead fasteners, in standard and nonstandard versions and manufactured in five different lengths. Brochure Available
News from Bighead Bonding Fasteners ( 9 September 2004)
Motors bound for Iraqi refinery refurbishment
A joint supply programme is being organised by Brook Crompton and Schorch to deliver at least 230 EEx d motors for a Eur 15 million petrochemical refinery refurbishment project in Iraq.
News from Brook Crompton ( 9 September 2004)
ID readers take in direct part marks
Cognex has developed an all-new range of ID readers. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK ( 9 September 2004)
Software starts with just one click
Curvaceous Software has developed a new "One-Click Launch" product for PI. Brochure Available
News from Curvaceous Software ( 9 September 2004)
CADCAM software turns to boat building
Delcam will demonstrate its full range of design to manufacture CADCAM software on Booth 1247 at the IBEX boat building exhibition from 25th to 27th October at the Miami Beach Convention Centre. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 9 September 2004)
Price crash on mould design software
PlasWin can now be purchased online for a one-off credit card payment for only US $15 per licence.
News from Dionysus Computing ( 9 September 2004)
Consultancy sorts out PUWER compliance
User Application Article In depth knowledge and professionalism won the day when University of Wales College, Newport wanted to bring woodworking and metalworking machinery into compliance with current regulations.
News from Fenay Machine Safety ( 9 September 2004)
Smoke suppressants and flame retardants going up
GLCC Laurel is to increase the global price for its smoke suppressant and specialty flame retardants product lines.
News from Chemtura ( 9 September 2004)
Workshop helps fix common EMC/EMI problems
Shielding, EMC/EMI, noise reduction, earthing and circuit board layout will all be addressed in a two-day workshop in Cardiff, Manchester and Glasgow.
News from IDC Technologies ( 9 September 2004)
Learn all about HVAC systems
Fundamentals of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning is a two-day workshop being presented in London, Manchester and Edinburgh.
News from IDC Technologies ( 9 September 2004)
Troubleshooting data acquisition and Scada systems
Troubleshooting of data acquisition and Scada systems is a two-day workshop being presented in Leeds, Birmingham and London.
News from IDC Technologies ( 9 September 2004)
Read all about bonding technology
"Bond it" is a new reference book on bonding technology.
News from Inseto (UK) ( 9 September 2004)
Engineering offers all the fun of the fair
Over three fun-packed days at the August Bank Holiday, some of the UK's major organisations and manufacturers provided scores of exciting hands-on activities for youngsters at the Imagineering Fair.
News from Imagineering Foundation ( 9 September 2004)
Seminar gets to grips with engineering disputes
The IMechE is to hold a one-day seminar entitled "Engineering disputes - how to manage them and how to succeed".
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers ( 9 September 2004)
MEMS pressure sensor stays stable for longer
A new, small, lightweight, digital pressure transducer is designed for the most demanding applications in aerospace, research and industry. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK ( 9 September 2004)
Gland packing approved for use with drinking water
Competitively priced Aluflon gland packing is now WRAS approved for use with hot and cold potable water up to 85C. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co ( 9 September 2004)
Level transmitter comes with full FMEDA analysis
The smart EZ Modulevel is the first displacement transmitter with SIL (Safety Integrity Level) data according to IEC61508. Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International ( 9 September 2004)
Reduced Chinese demand relaxes global steel market
MEPS has issued its carbon steel price forecasts for August 2004.
News from MEPS (International) ( 9 September 2004)
CAD data available online
MK Profile Systems is now offering free downloads of detailed CAD images of its machine building systems.
News from MK Profile Systems ( 9 September 2004)
Flux-cored wire stars in games sculpture
User Application Article Corofil R60Ni2 flux cored wire from Murex Welding Products has been used by AK Heavy Engineering of Sheffield in the fabrication of Britain's tallest sculpture. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 9 September 2004)
New concept in bolting technology
The Molabolt is billed as a new concept in bolting technology - an ingenious British invention which is both revolutionary and yet like many practical solutions, is brilliant in its simplicity.
News from Molabolt ( 9 September 2004)
Medical connectors take fluid lines onboard
ODU has added a fluid insert to its Medi-Snap connector range, which has been specially developed for the medical equipment market.
News from ODU UK ( 9 September 2004)
Upgrade for brushless motor range
Oriental Motor, Japan's largest manufacturer of stepper and AC motors, has introduced further improvements into variants within its popular Vexta range of brushless motors.
News from Oriental Motor ( 9 September 2004)
Austin takes control of marketing
The UK's premier supplier of integrated control and asset management solutions, Transmitton, has appointed Davina Ann Austin as Marketing Manager.
News from Transmitton ( 9 September 2004)
Solid-state stabilisers cut AC distortion
The advantage of true solid state, low distortion, inductive power control is offered by the BE21 range of AC voltage stabilisers and power conditioners designed and manufactured by Watford Control.
News from Watford Control Instruments ( 9 September 2004)
French version of innovation software
French customers of Invention Machine now have access to a French version of the company's Goldfire Innovator software.
News from Invention Machine ( 9 September 2004)
Flowmeter boosts dosing accuracy
Even greater accuracy and stability for chemical/additive dosing applications is now possible using the FSM4000 electromagnetic flowmeter.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 8 September 2004)
Metal finishing processes available online
Birchwood Casey's complete line of metal finishing processes and systems are now available for easy buying online from the company's website.
News from Birchwood Casey ( 8 September 2004)
Modular industrial PC is easily adapted
Developed specifically for demanding controller and visualisation tasks, the APC680 highlights the upper end of B and R's industrial PC spectrum.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp ( 8 September 2004)
Analogue input module meets high-level demands
The AI780 analogue input module for the B and R 2005 controller system is distinguished by its high convertor resolution, complete electrical isolation, and its detailed status information.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp ( 8 September 2004)
Programmable display terminal is budget HMI
Active Touch is a Windows CE.NET programmable display terminal with HMI software.
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe ( 8 September 2004)
Modular family aids mid-range industrial control
The F+eIT device series from Contec is designed for control tasks in the medium performance range.
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe ( 8 September 2004)
Simulator optimises CNC operation
CGTech has released the latest version of its Vericut CNC machine simulation and optimisation software. Brochure Available
News from CGTech ( 8 September 2004)
Dome valves aid reliability at Volvo
User Application Article Sweden-based Volvo Powertrain, one of the world's leading manufacturers of heavy duty diesel engines, has purchased dome valves from Clyde Materials Handling.
News from Clyde Materials Handling ( 8 September 2004)
Drive is top choice for HVAC applications
CSE is now stocking the new ABB ACH550 range of inverter drives.
News from CSE Industrial Electrical Distributors ( 8 September 2004)
Vehma International selects simulator
Vehma International of America has selected Pam-Crash 2G from ESI Group to optimise crash simulation and improve safety.
News from ESI Group ( 8 September 2004)
Fund-raising drive aims to extend scholarship
The Fieldbus Foundation has begun its first annual fund-raising drive in support of the James O Gray Fieldbus Foundation Scholarship.
News from Fieldbus Foundation ( 8 September 2004)
Oxygen monitors help steam boiler efficiency
ScottishPower Generation has ordered further Rosemount Analytical Oxymitter 4000 oxygen analysers after installing 16 units in a previous refurbishment of the 2400MW power station at Longannet.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Analytical ( 8 September 2004)
Kit cuts the cost of automotive testing
Fluke has introduced a new electrical diagnostic meter for the automotive market. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 8 September 2004)
Stardom for boiler works
Fulton Boiler Works is set to make its UK television debut on Five in early October, after the company's Bristol-based factory was used to film a wildlife documentary about rats by Granada Wild.
News from Fulton Boiler Works ( 8 September 2004)
Limescale protection first at Robinsons
User Application Article Robinsons has installed the Hydroflow water conditioning system to prevent the build up of limescale on the heat exchangers of the pasteurising system on its Fruit Spring line.
News from Hydropath (UK) ( 8 September 2004)
Monitor keeps check on critical coolant
The SU series of flow monitors is ideal for critical processes such as welding systems, induction furnaces, injection moulders, high-value laser cutting equipment and more. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic ( 8 September 2004)
Infra-red pyrometers take Profibus onboard
Following the successful launch of the Series 140 pyrometers in 2003, Impac Infrared has released the world's first fully integrated Profibus infra-red pyrometer.
News from Impac Infrared ( 8 September 2004)
Tyreman to widen group capabilities
Emma Tyreman is the new Group Marketing Manager of Planit Solutions, the leading manufacturing software organisation that includes Licom Systems. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam ( 8 September 2004)
Testers expand medical engineering services
Medical Engineering Technologies has expanded its range of support services for medical device packaging engineers with the addition of a complete selection of tensile testing machines.
News from MET ( 8 September 2004)
TopSolution for Missler in Poland
Missler Software has signed up TopSolution as its first Polish partner.
News from Missler Software ( 8 September 2004)
Mould-making software boasts many new functions
Missler Software will launch a new version of its mould module, TopSolid'Mold 2005, in the last quarter of this year.
News from Missler Software ( 8 September 2004)
Conference cements Chinese market position
Pavilion Technologies is to participate in the Intercem China 2004 cement conference, one of the largest cement conferences worldwide with 800 delegates expected.
News from Pavilion Technologies ( 8 September 2004)
Primer improves plastics bonding
Permabond Polyolefin Primer (POP) is an ideal surface pretreatment to improve plastics bonding performance. Brochure Available
News from Permabond ( 8 September 2004)
US Air Force selects vibrometer
The US Air Force Institute of Technology is to use the PSV-400-3D three-dimensional scanning vibrometer to measure vibration characteristics of unmanned aerial vehicles and other intricate structures.
News from Polytec ( 8 September 2004)
Oldham couplings suit medical device applications
Ruland Paradrive oldham couplings are a three-piece design comprised of two hubs and a floating centre disk.
News from Ruland Manufacturing Co ( 8 September 2004)
Stainless cable ties go inside and out
The new R-Loc series of stainless-steel cable ties is available at very competitive prices.
News from Raychem RPG ( 8 September 2004)
DIN rail PSU grows to 4A output
Siemens Automation and Drives has extended its range of Logo!Power power supply modules to include a 4A device.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 8 September 2004)
Package deal simplifies drive automation
User Application Article When Iconsys picked the drive system and automation of a hot dip galvanising line to be constructed on a green field site in Vietnam, it chose a Siemens Totally Integrated Automation package.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 8 September 2004)
Linear axes give home-made designs the chop
SKF Linear Motion has introduced the Pico series of standardised linear axes for cross-table assembly. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 8 September 2004)
Getting to the hub of the problem
User Application Article For years, SKF has devoted design and development resources to producing complete subassemblies and tailor-made components for OEMs. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 8 September 2004)
Handy hints aid drawing conversion
Engineers wanting to convert scanned drawings or logos to DXF will find Softcover's free "Scan2CAD hints and tips" a useful aid to good or better conversion results.
News from Softcover International ( 8 September 2004)
Contact angle tester is video-based
The PGX is a compact, video-based contact angle tester that measures the wetting and absorption of any size or shape surface without the need to prepare sample strips.
News from Thwing-Albert Instrument Company ( 8 September 2004)
Gear pumps survive corrosive media
Employing chemically resistant engineering plastics, the P Series magnetically coupled gear pump from Tuthill Pump Group is ideal for applications involving corrosive media.
News from Tuthill Pump Group ( 8 September 2004)
Junction boxes simplify sensor wiring
Turck has added a new 4-pin Picofast junction box to its Multibox junction box product line.
News from Turck ( 8 September 2004)
PLC aims for hazardous area duties
The new TomaHawk model 8635A combines the power of a PLC with the ease of use of an embedded controller. Brochure Available
News from AMOT ( 8 September 2004)
Have your say on new rail safety regulations
The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) is launching a public consultation on proposals for new safety requirements for railways and other guided transport systems.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 8 September 2004)
NEBOSH certificate for senior safety officer
69 years young Kynoch Todd, Health and Safety Officer for Glendale Engineering, has passed the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
News from NEBOSH ( 8 September 2004)
Speed sensor turns to automotive crankshafts
The A1425 is a high-accuracy analogue Hall-effect speed sensor IC with an integrated tracking capacitor and a dual zero-crossing output signal.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe ( 7 September 2004)
Floating panel nuts boost assembly productivity
The Arconix Group has a new PEM "floating panel nut" application that was initially developed for the automotive industry in the USA.
News from PEM Europe ( 7 September 2004)
Compact encoders have all resolutions covered
Agilent Technologies has a new series of ultraminiature, high-resolution, three-channel optical incremental encoder modules. Brochure Available
News from Avago Technologies ( 7 September 2004)
Cost-effective solution for low-resistance testing
For the wide range of low-resistance testing applications which require test currents of up to 200A, Megger's new DLRO200 digital low-resistance ohmmeter is a convenient and cost-effective choice. Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 7 September 2004)
Machine vision systems provide 100% online testing
User Application Article AB Precision's Automation Division has worked in conjunction with a leading manufacturer of metered dose inhalers to develop machine vision systems to provide 100% online testing for MDI production.
News from AB Precision (Poole) ( 7 September 2004)
Pressurised enclosure stays safe in zones 1 and 2
The EEx p Pressurised Combination Enclosure offers a completely new Ex solution for the control of automation devices, machines and systems within hazardous areas.
News from Bartec UK ( 7 September 2004)
Belt conveyors work straight out of the box
Bett Sistemi has extended its Fast Modul scheme to cover its B-Flex B045 belt conveyor series.
News from Bett Sistemi ( 7 September 2004)
Copper-clad steel set for use in torque convertors
Corus has received a major new contract to supply ZF Sachs with a unique copper-clad steel that will be used to make the company's latest generation of torque convertors. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive ( 7 September 2004)
Switches change colour with status
EAO has added a new size option to its innovative range of Series 95 colour-changing pushbuttons. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 7 September 2004)
Roberts signals exhibition expansion
The appointment of Jane Roberts to the newly created post of Projects Director at European Trade and Exhibition Services is further evidence of the Staines-based company's long-term growth strategy.
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services ( 7 September 2004)
Industrial PC gains high-resolution option
Glacier Computer has added an XGA 1024 x 768 display option for its popular GX-1200 industrial computer.
News from Glacier Computer ( 7 September 2004)
Small claims for hybrid linear actuator
Haydon Switch and Instrument (HSI) has added a size 11 noncaptive linear actuator to its growing hybrid motor line.
News from Haydon Switch and Instrument ( 7 September 2004)
Grommets snap in to protect
Plastic components and cable accessories supplier Heyco has developed a novel range of durable rubber snap-in protection grommets. Brochure Available
News from Anixter Components ( 7 September 2004)
Gas tungsten arc welding electrodes in review
Technical Background Article Darren Sewell, Managing Director of Huntingdon Fusion Techniques, presents an objective review of what has become an emotive issue - the use of dopants in tungsten electrodes. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques ( 7 September 2004)
Modular approach aids OEM pump specification
MPC modular syringe pump components are pumping modules that allow OEMs or research "do-it-yourselfers" to incorporate the highest quality pumping modules into their products.
News from Harvard Apparatus ( 7 September 2004)
Roadshow seminars showcase new software solutions
A new roadshow seminar series addresses the needs of automotive vehicle stylists and industrial designers, automotive vehicle surfacing engineers and mechanical design engineers.
News from ICEM ( 7 September 2004)
New distributor increases global coverage
Industrial Control Software has appointed a new distributor for Ireland.
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) ( 7 September 2004)
Seminar to explain alarm rationalisation
ICS is to hold a free alarm rationalisation seminar on Tuesday 16th November 2004 in Aberdeen.
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) ( 7 September 2004)
New source for medical polymers
Invibio has signed an agreement that will enable customers to purchase precertified, Invibio manufactured, Peek-Classix polymer directly from Upchurch Scientific.
News from Invibio ( 7 September 2004)
Pair promote customised medical compounds
Foster Corp has signed an agreement to market Invibio's Peek-Classix polymer custom compounds for use in the production of medical device applications, to its medical and pharmaceutical customers.
News from Invibio ( 7 September 2004)
Inline tester keeps BMW SAVs running smoothly
User Application Article Front and rear differential assemblies for the BMW X5 sports activity vehicle (SAV) undergo extensive testing in what is one of the world's most advanced production test stands.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools ( 7 September 2004)
Custom DIN modules for flexible control
The DIN module electronics range of products provides standard building blocks for creating customised control systems for open and closed-loop control. Brochure Available
News from Moog Controls ( 7 September 2004)
Cabling infrastructures are guaranteed compliant
Merlin Gerin has launched a system guarantee ensuring that any of its VDI Network Solutions installed cabling infrastructures will conform to the recently updated and now mandatory BS6701.
News from Merlin Gerin ( 7 September 2004)
Loop monitor checks up on emergency shutdown
The HIM Hart loop monitor can now onfirm that the Fisher Fieldvue DVC6000 Series digital valve controller is performing a partial valve stroke test to validate emergency shutdown valve operation.
News from Moore Industries International ( 7 September 2004)
Website is dedicated to biocompatable O-rings
A new website is dedicated to O-rings for applications that demand biocompatable rubber products.
News from Molding Solutions ( 7 September 2004)
Temperature sensor defies death sentence
A novel thermocouple provides continuous data even while the sensing tip is being eroded or ground away.
News from Nanmac Corp ( 7 September 2004)
World class claims for I/P convertor
The Watson Smith Type 140 current to pressure (I/P) convertor exceeds the requirements of process control industry applications worldwide.
News from Norgren ( 7 September 2004)
Process perfecter delivers greater control
Pavilion Technologies has released Version 7 of its APC software suite.
News from Pavilion Technologies ( 7 September 2004)
Stainless option for water purity monitor
Particle Measuring Systems has introduced a new enclosure for its popular Ultra DI products which measure particles in ultrapure water (UPW) systems down to 0.03um.
News from Particle Measuring Systems ( 7 September 2004)
Servomex prefers Parker
Specialist gas analysis company Servomex has selected Parker Instrumentation as its preferred supplier for tube fittings and valves. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division ( 7 September 2004)
Lenses focus on machine vision tasks
Firstsight Vision has extended its range of CVO brand machine vision C-mount lenses. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 7 September 2004)
New subsidiary supports Irish expansion
Phoenix Contact has continued its international expansion with a new subsidiary located in Dublin, Ireland, enhancing the local support to both existing and new customers.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 7 September 2004)
Intelligent actuators boost filtration reliability
User Application Article IQT intelligent electric valve actuators have been installed at the Colorado Springs Utilities' Ute Pass water treatment plant located in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado.
News from Rotork Controls ( 7 September 2004)
Show of strength in Dusseldorf
Rapra Technology will be using this year's K 2004 plastics exhibition to market its new strengths and capabilities developed as a result of its management buyout in 2002.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 7 September 2004)
Caulking gets old timer back on stream
User Application Article Sikaflex-290DC was used for all deck caulking on the total refit of Dilkusha, a 34.5ft West Solent Class yacht, of wood construction, built in 1931.
News from Sika ( 7 September 2004)
Hybrid sealant stands up to UV
A new one-component, UV resistant polyurethane hybrid sealant is designed for use in the vehicle industry.
News from Sika ( 7 September 2004)
Hydrogen leak detector is robust yet sensitive
The new H2000 from Sensistor Technologies is a compact, rugged instrument using the hydrogen tracer gas technique for industrial leak detection and tightness control.
News from Adixen Sensistor ( 7 September 2004)
Book tells all on underwater welding
Speciality Welds has published its second manual on underwater welding, which is describes as a must for any commercial diver involved and/or interested in welding.
News from Speciality Welds ( 7 September 2004)
Probe takes position in hard-to-reach areas
It was close consultation with partners in the OEM gauging industry, which lead to the development of Solartron's new Digital Mini Probe.
News from Solartron Metrology ( 7 September 2004)
Machine vision solutions on show in Stuttgart
Sony Europe's Image Sensing Solutions and Manufacturing Systems Divisions will exhibit a complete range of machine vision solutions at Vision 2004.
News from Sony Europe - Image Sensing Solutions ( 7 September 2004)
Economy workshop fluids range does the works
Stevens Industrial Services has launched TW - a range of economy workshop fluids, stemming from its successful range, The Works.
News from Stevens Industrial Services ( 7 September 2004)
Intelligent loggers aid quality control
i-Log intelligent loggers provide the technological facilities to introduce total quality control for temperature and humidity sensitive products and services.
News from UK Instruments and Controls ( 7 September 2004)
Coupler masters Profibus communications
A new fieldbus coupler with incorporated Profibus DP master will enable remote Profibus networks to be connected to a central Profibus network without the need to install an additional PLC master.
News from Westermo Data Communications ( 7 September 2004)
Website for surface engineering industry safety
A new website for the surface engineering industry has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 7 September 2004)
Barristers appointed to Standing Counsel to HSE
The Attorney General, Lord Goldsmith, has appointed three barristers to the new post of Standing Counsel to the Health and Safety Executive.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 7 September 2004)
Solution improves acquisition and reporting
Citect's entry level Plant2Business solution provides users of CitectScada and other systems with the means to connect disparate systems and achieve better decision making. Brochure Available
News from Citect ( 6 September 2004)
Compact and robust claims for sensors
Balluff's all new BOS 21M compact photoelectric sensor family packs a comprehensive range of sensing, mounting, and connection choices into one global standard 50 x 50mm block style configuration.
News from Balluff UK ( 6 September 2004)
East Midlands manufacturers get their own show
This month thousands of designers, production engineers, works, purchasing and R and D managers from across the East Midlands will visit the region's biggest manufacturing exhibition.
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services ( 6 September 2004)
Seminars are free at manufacturing event
A series of seminars aimed at those involved within the manufacturing sector will form part of the programme of exciting events to be held at the forthcoming East Midlands Manufacturing 2004 show.
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services ( 6 September 2004)
Approvals are all aboard for marine motor range
The new range of marine specific motors from Rotor UK is certified according to all major international shipping and quality standards.
News from Rotor (UK) ( 6 September 2004)
Transmitter takes logic functions onboard
The Rosemount 848L logic transmitter offers cost-effective integration of logic and discrete I/O capability on a Foundation fieldbus H1 segment, without the need for a separate discrete I/O bus.
News from Emerson Process Management - Rosemount Measurement ( 6 September 2004)
PSA Peugeot Citroen picks NVH test solution
PSA Peugeot Citroen has selected LMS Test.lab as the new standard testing solution for NVH (noise vibration and harshness) engineering in its engine and vehicle development groups. Brochure Available
News from LMS International ( 6 September 2004)
Small additions to compact motor range
Promising high efficiency and amazing durability in very compact packages, Maxon's high-tech micro-drive family includes the company's smallest motor yet. Brochure Available
News from Maxon Motor UK ( 6 September 2004)
Stainless steel prices join the global boom
World stainless steel product prices currently stand close to their highest point of the last few years.
News from MEPS (International) ( 6 September 2004)
Steel prices unparalleled in recent history
With global steel production and consumption running at all-time record highs, steel prices right around the world have been showing prodigious gains.
News from MEPS (International) ( 6 September 2004)
"Attractive" pricing for rack-mount PCs
The new AE Series of rack-mount PCs is the first range of products to be designed and developed in Nematron China's ISO9001 manufacturing facility.
News from Nematron Europe ( 6 September 2004)
Air knife helps labels stick at Highland Spring
User Application Article To ensure its distinctive square plastic bottles are properly dried prior to labelling, Highland Spring has installed a Secomak Powerstrip air knife drying system at its Perthshire bottling plant. Brochure Available
News from Secomak ( 6 September 2004)
Test system checks out automotive HVAC
The revolutionary 3600 test system is dedicated to quality control for automotive HVAC systems.
News from Sciemetric Instruments ( 6 September 2004)
Adhesives replace traditional fixing methods
SikaFast 3131 reactive toughened, acrylic adhesive can be used to bond all interior panels in modern day bus and coach manufacture.
News from Sika ( 6 September 2004)
Novel kit offers instant repairs
Sika has released a new repair kit based around its SikaFast rapid-set adhesive system.
News from Sika ( 6 September 2004)
Safety controller saves time and money
The new Preventa XPS-MC safety controller offers a simple, cost-effective way of meeting control system safety requirements up to and including Category 4, in accordance with EN954-1.
News from Schneider Electric ( 6 September 2004)
Chemical company licenses engineering solution
BASF will use Aspen Technology's software to enable more efficient work processes at major plant engineering pro
News from Aspen Technology ( 6 September 2004)
Website aims to improve safety in waste industry
A new website designed to help waste management and recycling industries is being launched by the Health and Safety Executive.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 6 September 2004)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 149
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