News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 November
to Saturday 20 November 2004
Rod systems handle even more handles
Emka rod systems are now configurable with even more handles for easy assembly and operation of specialist electrical/electronic cabinets. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (19 November 2004)
More girls participate in engineering training
Technical Background Article TTE Management and Technical Training has reported a growing trend in the number of girls in engineering.
News from TTE Technical Training Group (19 November 2004)
RFID specialist strengthens board with non-exec's
Innovision Research and Technology plc, has strengthened its board with the appointment of two non-executive directors, Malcolm Baggott and Dr Ian Buckley-Golder.
News from Innovision Research and Technology (19 November 2004)
Executing algorithms in computer clusters
The Mathworks has introduced its new Distributed Computing Toolbox, which enables engineers and scientists to execute MATLAB algorithms and Simulink models in a cluster of computers said the company.
News from MathWorks (19 November 2004)
Bringing power of 64bit computing to software
The Mathworks has launched new support for the Matlab and Simulink product families on AMD64 and Intel EM64T processors.
News from MathWorks (19 November 2004)
UL seal firm stocks US versatile US seals
Ashton Seals has become a distributor for the American sealing company, JM Clipper.
News from Ashton Seals (19 November 2004)
Flexible control for motor protection
ABBs new Universal Motor Controller (UMC22) is claimed to offer a powerful and flexible intelligent control device for motor protection applications.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (19 November 2004)
Tough portable welding gear
Physical toughness, portability and superior welding performance are claimed to be combined in the new Esab Caddytig 200, which complements the existing Caddytig 150. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (19 November 2004)
Simplicity and flexibility for fieldbuses
ABB said it has launched a new concept designed to bring simplicity and flexibility to fieldbus applications.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (19 November 2004)
Single source for certified pneumatic products
Asco Joucomatic has introduced a range of non-electrical, Atex certified pneumatic products. Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics (19 November 2004)
Materials processor's resource planning system
In a further bid to improve its services to clients, Coventry engineering firm DCM Group has invested in a new manufacturing resource planning (MRP) system.
News from DCM Group (19 November 2004)
OEMs get motor choice with digital servo drive
Inmocos new Elmo Cornet digital servo drive is claimed to offer OEMs the flexibility to operate with brushed, brushless and linear motors and provides a wide range of programming options. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (19 November 2004)
Flow control substrate speeds installation
User Application Article The Preem Refinery Lysekil in Sweden has installed its first surface-mounting flow control substrate in a process analyser station. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division (19 November 2004)
Test software increases motor firm's productivity
User Application Article LMS International has announced that Audi has selected Test Lab to further increase the productivity of its NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) testing processes. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (19 November 2004)
High flow terminations for non-spill couplings
Colder Products Company (CPC) has introduced a high-flow terminations to its NSH Series non-spill coupling for up to 19.0mm inner diameter tubing.
News from Colder Products (19 November 2004)
Novel process removes polymer impurities
PolyClean Technologies is offering a novel resin purification processing service claimed to significantly reduce the level of ionic impurities in a wide range of polymers.
News from PolyClean Technologies (19 November 2004)
New fieldbus-agnostic approach to safety
Technical Background Article EPLsafety is a new bus-independent approach to safety within fieldbus-based systems.
News from EPSG (Ethernet Powerlink Standardization Group) (19 November 2004)
Versatile claims for isolating epoxy adhesive
Master Bond EP21AO is a two component, thermally conductive, electrically isolating epoxy adhesive with a forgiving 1 to 1 mix ratio by weight or volume.
News from Master Bond (19 November 2004)
Research aims for quieter jet engines
Camcon Technology has received a GBP 75,000 research grant from the UK Department of Trade and Industry to undertake a 12-month study aimed at reducing jet aircraft exhaust noise.
News from Camcon Technology (19 November 2004)
Donation encourages creation engineering
Tech Ed Concepts has donated 200 seats of KeyCreator software to the University of Southern Maine.
News from Tech Ed Concepts (19 November 2004)
Artmann takes over North America
Tom Artmann has been appointed President of its North American Operations, Wago Corp .
News from Wago Corp (19 November 2004)
Development versatility for liquid metering
Encynova has released the new 2-1 Development Unit which provides process development versatility for liquid metering applications.
News from Encynova International (19 November 2004)
Website data helps with relay applications
A new tool for determining current differential settings for BE1-CDS240 and BE1-CDS220 current differential protection system relays is available from the Basler website.
News from Basler Electric Company (19 November 2004)
Dual-wavelength imager is ready to ship
The world's smallest dual-wavelength imager, the Visible-InGaAs MiniCamera is now available in OEM quantities for immediate shipping.
News from Goodrich Optical and Space Systems (19 November 2004)
Miniature pump runs from 12V supply
The Model S3038 is a tiny diaphragm type pump with patented nonreturn valves and is powered by a DC brushless motor.
News from Namiki Precision Jewel Co (19 November 2004)
Epoxy system handles heat and solvents
A novel two-component epoxy system for service above 260C is designed to withstand exposure to boiling acids, alkalis, salts, fuels and most organic solvents.
News from Master Bond (19 November 2004)
Cells handle heavy loads
The STI range of industrial tension load cells are available in capacities up to 15t and are specifically designed for high-capacity hopper weighing.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (19 November 2004)
Actuators to help cut NOx at Drax
User Application Article Jordan electric linear actuators have been selected for the operation of specialised dampers at the centre of an environmental upgrade project at the Drax Power Station in Yorkshire.
News from Rotork Exeeco (19 November 2004)
Welding website gains application-specific pages
Orbimatic has made further improvements to its UK website to give improved visitor satisfaction.
News from Orbimatic (19 November 2004)
Microsoft joins in PLM software alliance
Microsoft Corp and Dassault Systemes have formed a multiyear, global strategic alliance to deliver PLM and 3D design solutions on the Microsoft software platform.
News from Dassault Systemes (19 November 2004)
Health and safety guides explained
Reece Safety Products has published a 16 page catalogue bulging with health and safety wallcharts, posters and pocket guides.
News from Reece Safety Products (19 November 2004)
Testers keep watch on lipstick strength
User Application Article Leading cosmetics manufacturers in France have purchased Lloyd Instruments' LFPlus materials testing machines equipped with a special grip for lipstick testing.
News from Lloyd Instruments (19 November 2004)
Cubes help speed Discovery to market
User Application Article NPL Technologies made a major contribution to the development of the Land Rover Discovery 3 recently launched at motor shows in the USA and UK.
News from NPL Technologies (19 November 2004)
Paddle flow switches upgrade to hazardous duties
The new SF1710 and SF1800 ranges of paddle flow switches can be used in hazardous control and chemical processes.
News from Active Switch and Sensor (19 November 2004)
Nichols elected to ISPE Board
John Nichols, Global Pharmaceutical Technology Director of Foster Wheeler Energy, has been elected to the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering International Board of Directors.
News from Foster Wheeler (19 November 2004)
Sisters unite at Machine Building
Sister companies Ondrives and Rino Industries of Chesterfield will exhibit jointly at the forthcoming Machine Building Show.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (19 November 2004)
Camera puts colour into machine vision
The TMC-6700CL is a progressive scan CCD digital colour camera that features a half-inch CCD imager with 640 x 480pixel resolution at 60frame/s.
News from JAI (19 November 2004)
Headquarters extension opens on schedule
A new two-storey extension at the ProMinent Fluid Controls (UK) headquarters in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, has been completed on time.
News from ProMinent Fluid Controls (UK) (19 November 2004)
All aboard for enhanced cable management
BSOFTB Technologies has made significant enhancements to its cable management software which will be of particular interest to the shipbuilding industry.
News from Cloudis (19 November 2004)
Special K performance
Materials testing specialist Lloyd Instruments has declared the K 2004 show in Dusseldorf, Germany, a resounding success with a large increase in total visitors to its stand.
News from Lloyd Instruments (19 November 2004)
Software speeds switch to five axes
User Application Article Delcam's PowerMill CAM software has helped the Proton KR motorcycle team to move successfully into five-axis machining, a change that has brought huge benefits. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (19 November 2004)
Motors help fan maker to world-first CE mark
User Application Article WEG smoke extraction motors have been used by Flakt Woods in a two-year test programme that has achieved a world-first for the specialist fan manufacturer.
News from WEG Electric Motors (UK) (19 November 2004)
Speedy gearbox repair minimises treatment downtime
User Application Article The Transline Division of Wyko Industrial Services has recently carried out a skilled repair to a speed increaser gearbox used at a large sewerage treatment plant in North London. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (19 November 2004)
Power analyser simplifies complex measurements
The Analyst 3Q power analyser offers the full range of power quality measurements required for professional testing in accordance with EN50160.
News from LEM Instruments (19 November 2004)
Statistics reveal 235 worker fatalities in 2003-4
Figures newly published by the Health and Safety Executive show an increase in the number of reported workplace injuries, and a decline in new cases of work-related ill health.
News from Health and Safety Executive (19 November 2004)
HSE publishes 2003-4 statistics highlights
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published the latest statistics on workplace safety, work-related ill-health and enforcement action in Great Britain.
News from Health and Safety Executive (19 November 2004)
Catalogue covers purging and pressurisation
Pepperl+Fuchs is publishing its 2004 Bebco EPS Purge/Pressurisation Systems catalogue.
News from Pepperl+Fuchs USA (19 November 2004)
Training courses come to Dublin
Industrial Technology Systems to hold a series of one-day training courses in Dublin during December 2004.
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (18 November 2004)
Slide screws need less torque
Misumi has launched its improved range of over 500,000 components for the factory automation and special purpose industry.
News from Misumi (18 November 2004)
Monster LED sheds light on vision
A new range of Dome LED Monster Lights from Spectrum Illumination is now available in Europe only from Special Application Products.
News from Special Application Products (18 November 2004)
Modbus remote terminal unit takes control
The R301 digital RTU is ideal for demanding field and industrial relay-based applications requiring remote configuration, monitoring and control.
News from R2 Controls (18 November 2004)
SL composite passes beta tests
After nearly a year of successful, comprehensive beta testing by a variety of industries and stereolithography service bureaus worldwide, NanoForm 15120 is now available commercially. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (18 November 2004)
World running out of scrap steel
Steel scrap supply will remain under pressure in the medium term, according to MEPS European Steel Review.
News from MEPS (International) (18 November 2004)
Open visualisation solution is made for sharing
The new UGS JT2Go solution comprises collaboration-rich no-cost 3D viewing products that enable companies to share detailed 3D product and manufacturing data globally using the lightweight JT format.
News from Siemens PLM Software (18 November 2004)
Masson toys with compliance
UK consumer products test house, Specialised Technology Resources (STR), has promoted Helen Masson to Manager of its Toy Compliance Testing Laboratory.
News from Specialised Technology Resources (18 November 2004)
Digital microscope is a versatile performer
Lambda Photometrics has a new generation of versatile, high resolution digital microscopes from Scalar in Japan. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (18 November 2004)
Logger helps boost paintbrush quality
User Application Article A leading manufacturer of paintbrushes is using a Grant OQ606 through process logger to continuously monitor curing time to ensure successful bonding of bristles within its ferrules.
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (18 November 2004)
Paper promotes safer welding
Stevens Industrial Services (SIS), the UK's leading specialist in weld spatter control products, has produced a White Paper to promote safer and more productive welding.
News from Stevens Industrial Services (18 November 2004)
Field celebrates first gas
The Goldeneye gas condensate field in the Outer Moray Firth has pumped its first gas to the UK national grid.
News from Foster Wheeler (18 November 2004)
Solder tabs speed strain gauge installation
HBM has added large strain relief solder tabs to its latest generation of strain gauges to reduce installation time. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (18 November 2004)
GSM modem takes weatherproof antenna onboard
The Telemodem2 GSM modem is now available with a half-wave dipole antenna. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (18 November 2004)
Design engineers buyers guide spans 156 pages
The 2005 edition of the "Design engineers buyers guide and electronic and electrical equipment guide to suppliers" is now available from Snowolf Communications.
News from Snowolf Communications (18 November 2004)
Software empowers customers to react faster
FactoryLink 7.5 is a flexible software solution for industrial human machine interfaces and supervisory control and data acquisition.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies (18 November 2004)
Ferrari recognises strategic benefits of CFD
Multiple Formula One motor racing drivers' and constructors' champion, Ferrari, has extended its relationship with the company to recognise it as its strategic CFD provider.
News from Fluent (18 November 2004)
Simulation helps paint booth go with the flow
User Application Article Engineers at Technicon Engineering and Flomerics have worked together to solve a challenging airflow problem in a paint booth at Robins Air Force Base, Warner-Robins, Georgia. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (18 November 2004)
Design competition has global appeal
CoCreate Software is to hold its first global design competition for customers using OneSpace Designer Modeling 3D CAD software.
News from CoCreate Software (18 November 2004)
Software brings surface data into Focus
User Application Article The ICEM Surf software suite was instrumental in enabling Ford to streamline the design development of the body and interior of the second generation Ford Focus launched at the Paris Motor Show.
News from ICEM (18 November 2004)
More scope for Irish distribution
Irish distributor Butler Technologies has enjoyed considerable early success with Flir Systems' infra-red cameras and has now extended the scope of its representation deal. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (18 November 2004)
Engineered air provides the right type of air
The PAP Plus plant air package centrifugal compressor boasts easy installation, increased operating efficiency, smooth mechanical operation and ready maintenance accessibility.
News from FS-Elliott (18 November 2004)
Acquisition to expand sensors expertise
Meggitt is to acquire Wilcoxon Research, a leading supplier of quality vibration sensors and accessories to the industrial market.
News from Endevco (18 November 2004)
Temperature system aids specialist steel makers
A special version of the M3 fibre-optic infra-red temperature measurement system aims to help steelmakers produce dual-phase ferrite/martensite steel straight from the hot strip mill. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (18 November 2004)
Rapid analysis of common elements in metals
The Spectromaxx is a next generation spectrometer claimed to set the standard for the rapid analysis of all common elements in metals.
News from Spectro Analytical Instruments (18 November 2004)
Hybrid actuators live long and prosper
Hybrid Size 17 and 23 linear actuators from Haydon Switch and Instrument use a nut with molded thermoplastic threads inside a metallic shell that extends actuator life beyond one million cycles.
News from Servotechnic (18 November 2004)
US motor company claims 20% market share
Lafert North America, part of the AEG Lafert Group, is the largest supplier of IEC metric frame AC induction motors in North America.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (18 November 2004)
Hybrid gear pump system keeps it quiet
The EuroBlech 2004 show in Hanover saw the debut of the new EPAI variable speed hybrid gear pump system.
News from Voith Turbo (18 November 2004)
Adhesive holds nuclear research together
User Application Article Araldite adhesives are set to play an essential role in Europe's biggest-ever scientific experiment at the European Centre for Nuclear Research in Geneva, Switzerland.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (18 November 2004)
Centre reports record student intake
At a time when UK universities are struggling to attract new students to engineering and technology courses, the University of Central England Technology Innovation Centre reports a record intake.
News from Technology Innovation Centre (18 November 2004)
Roller chain is low-cost alternative
A completely new range of low-cost chain and power transmission products, branded Anchor, has been launched in the UK and the rest of Europe.
News from Anchor Chain and Power Transmission (18 November 2004)
Rugged linear accelerometers boast high accuracy
A new range of rugged, high accuracy linear accelerometers is now available from Sherborne Schaevitz.
News from Sherborne Schaevitz (18 November 2004)
Providence is new home for Abaqus
Abaqus is relocating its world headquarters to a new corporate campus at Rising Sun Mills in Providence, Rhode Island.
News from Abaqus (18 November 2004)
Software is missing link in industrial Ethernet
Sixnet and COI Software have created a partnership to bring together pieces of the industrial Ethernet puzzle. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (18 November 2004)
Civil engineer wins Karen Burt Award
Suzanne Bland, an outstanding young civil engineer, has been named as the winner of the 2004 Karen Burt Award. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (18 November 2004)
Lead acid gel battery powers novel "milk float"
User Application Article CMP Batteries of Bolton has provided the battery for the Electric Mercury prototype Specialist Delivery Vehicle (SDV).
News from Exide Technologies (18 November 2004)
Handbook explains remote access
A new publication from datacomms expert Westermo provides a comprehensive review of all aspects of remote connection to industrial equipment.
News from Westermo Data Communications (18 November 2004)
McCall sets sales for Cyon
Cyon Research Corp has appointed Todd McCall as Director of Sales.
News from Cyon Research (18 November 2004)
Loading native part and assembly files in to CAM
EdgeCAM Solid Machinist for CATIA V5, allows the user to load native part and assembly files, according to its developer Pathtrace Engineering Systems.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (18 November 2004)
Sales push on automated wireless floorplans
Give Me Power Corporation and Leica Geosystems have launched a North American sales drive for Give Me Power's new PowerCAD Sitemaster mobile and Leica's Disto Plus wireless hand-held laser.
News from GiveMePower Corporation (18 November 2004)
Lab takes software for plotting and PDFs
Etrage LLC has announced that Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, National Ignition Facility will use PSI - Plot Service for Pro/Intralink.
News from Etrage (18 November 2004)
Software maximises returns on manufacturing assets
Aspen Technology's software helps Bayer Technology Services (BTS), remove bottlenecks and optimise the performance of their entire product lifecycle.
News from Aspen Technology (18 November 2004)
New manager for audiology and regulatory affairs
Brad K Witt, an experienced audiologist well known in occupational audiology and hearing conservation circles, has joined Bacou-Dalloz as audiology and regulatory affairs manager.
News from Howard Leight Industries (18 November 2004)
Modular power supply feeds Fieldbus devices
Pepperl+Fuchs is introducing the FieldConnex Fieldbus Power Hub (FPH), the latest component-level solution to its popular FieldConnex fieldbus installation system.
News from Pepperl+Fuchs USA (18 November 2004)
Electromechanical design is free for students
Simplorer SV v7 is the latest addition to the Ansoft portfolio of SV (student version) software.
News from Ansoft Europe (17 November 2004)
Interfaces take control over distance
Factory Line FL IF 2FX SM SC-D two-port interface modules from Phoenix Contact, which can be used with the company's Modular Managed Switch, enable single-mode glass fibre links up to 36km.
News from Phoenix Contact (17 November 2004)
Simulations models help develop new road barrier
Corus has developed a roadside barrier system that exceeds the latest European EN1317 standard for the containment of vehicles and is expected to help improve road safety in crashes. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (17 November 2004)
Hammond appoints European MD
Hammond Manufacturing has appointed Angelo Guttoriello as managing director of its European subsidiary, Hammond Electronics Limited.
News from Hammond Electronics (17 November 2004)
CD-ROM facilitates linear measuring searches
An interactive CD-ROM designed to enable engineers to quickly browse or search for linear measuring devices to suit their applications is now available from Solartron Metrology.
News from Solartron Metrology (17 November 2004)
Dampener's higher rating with CPVC
Blacoh's Revolution pulsation dampener was claimed to be the first of its kind to feature threaded housings instead of metal fasteners, making it impervious to the effects of corrosive environments.
News from Blacoh Fluid Control (17 November 2004)
Call for papers for ISA 2005 conference
Bob Carrell, president of Hoffer Flow Controls, has joined the ISA Conference committee for the Field Devices-Sensing and Measurement category and he has issued a call for papers for the ISA Show.
News from Hoffer Flow Controls (17 November 2004)
Analyser conducts four measurements in one
The new Yokogawa WT3000 is a power analyser which combines accuracy (+/-0.02% of reading +0.04%) with a wide frequency range (DC, 0.1Hz to 1MHz).
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (17 November 2004)
USB data acquistion 25% cheaper
USB-based data acquisition has now become more affordable thanks to average price reductions of 25 per cent, according to Data Translation.
News from Data Translation (17 November 2004)
Measuring moisture for better process control
Responding to increasing customer demand for on-line measurement in more complex locations NDC Infrared Engineering has developed the innovative Clearvision viewing window attachment.
News from NDC Infrared Engineering (17 November 2004)
Industrial PC with new Pentium processor
Siemens Automation and Drives has equipped its new industrial compact Box PC with a second-generation Intel Pentium M processor.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
Ethernet cabling system's fast assembly
Siemens Automation and Drives has designed its new cabling system for Gigabit Ethernet entirely for industrial use.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
Crucial aspects govern light curtain effectiveness
Technical Background Article With the light curtain now an established tool for assuring machinery safety, Gary Provis of Siemens Automation and Drives looks at implementing an optical protection system.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
Electronic scale communicates with Profinet
Siemens Automation and Drives has introduced two new weighing modules to its range of products for automated weighing tasks.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
CPU facilitates cell level communication
A new CPU for the Simatic S7-300 controller and a development kit for field devices are the latest additions to the Siemens Automation and Drives range of Profinet products.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
Control unit's CPUs now 40% faster than before
The CPUs 221 and 222 for the Simatic S7-200 miniature control units from Siemens Automation and Drives are now 40 per cent faster than before, with a command time of 0.2 microseconds per bit.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
10" touch screen for Touch system's controls
Siemens Automation and Drives has equipped its new Simatic C7-636 Touch system for control, operation and monitoring with a 10" touch screen.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
Landscape or protrait format touch displays
The new Simatic TP 177A and TP 177micro touch panels from Siemens Automation and Drives are equipped with a 5.7-inch touch display providing a resolution of 320 pixels x 240 pixels.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (17 November 2004)
Non-contact checkweigher proven on powder line
What is claimed to be the first non-contact check-weighing system to be used within a pharmaceutical powder filling line has been developed by BOC Edwards Pharmaceutical Systems.
News from Edwards (17 November 2004)
Lasers join fight against brand counterfeits
Sherwood Technology's Datalase, the new generation colour change technique for an infinite range of solutions, is being used in the fight against counterfeiting.
News from DataLase (17 November 2004)
Burst detection ATEX-accredited for hazard areas
Elfab has extended its Flo-Tel burst-detection range into the bursting panel market with the introduction of Panel Flo-Tel.
News from Elfab (17 November 2004)
Fast fencing for full safety
Quick Guard from Jokab Safety offers the installer a fencing system that is easy to erect and install.
News from Jokab Safety UK (17 November 2004)
Associate membership scheme now available
The Hart Communication Foundation (HCF) has begun a new and extended membership programme for users of Hart communication technology.
News from Hart Communication Foundation (17 November 2004)
CAD software offers even more professional tools
IMSI has released a new version of its flagship product TurboCAD Professional.
News from IMSI (17 November 2004)
Curtain resolves to keep fingers safe
Scientific Technologies has added a 14mm-resolution version to its MegaSafe MG4600 family of safety light curtains.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (17 November 2004)
Geared motors are engineered to drive
Danfoss Bauer's three-phase BF Series helical geared motors are engineered to drive machines and equipment of all types.
News from Danfoss Bauer (17 November 2004)
Industrial Ethernet comes of age
Technical Background Article Ethernet Powerlink is currently the only available efficient method to guarantee real-time deterministic data transfer via standard Ethernet networks and components.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp (17 November 2004)
Upgrade for Dubai rod mill
Morgan Construction Company has received a contract from Qasco-Dubai for an upgrade of its single-strand rod mill in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
News from Morgan Construction Company (17 November 2004)
NW companies keen to improve productivity
More than 350 manufacturers from across the North West attended a summit at Bolton's Reebok Stadium to gain insights into improving productivity from industry leaders, academia and trade unions.
News from Manufacturing Institute (17 November 2004)
Simulator predicts microwave heating effects
Concerto version 3.5 from leading software simulation house Vector Fields of Oxford, contains a new module for the analysis of heating effects by microwaves.
News from Vector Fields (17 November 2004)
UK debut for front-end controller
Automation company Festo will be showing its new Ethernet-equipped gateway for pneumatic valve terminals for the first time in the UK, on stand D28 at mtec 2005. Brochure Available
News from Festo (17 November 2004)
Wheels and castors aid materials handling
WDS has launched a new range of wheels and castors compiled specifically for OEM designers and maintenance engineers working with materials handling equipment. Brochure Available
News from WDS (17 November 2004)
Wallchart explains IEC61508 compliance
ABB has devised a step-by-step wallchart to help engineers assess their process safety and design measures to meet the requirements of the new IEC61508 standard.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (17 November 2004)
When it comes to safety, IEC61508 has it covered
Technical Background Article As compliance with the IEC61508 standard becomes a requirement for an increasing number of companies, Stuart Nunns and Roger Prew explain the ins and outs of achieving it.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (17 November 2004)
Simulation integrated in development tool
Software features electromagnetic, CFD and mesh creation technologies within product development environment, making simulation more powerful and accessible to a broader range of users.
News from Ansys (17 November 2004)
Korean distributor for innovation software
Invention Machine has gained a Korean distributor, increasing the availability of the software in southeast Asia.
News from Invention Machine (17 November 2004)
New-style HSE report names offenders and penalties
The Health and Safety Executive is launching its fifth annual Health and Safety Offences and Penalties Report.
News from Health and Safety Executive (17 November 2004)
Seeking partners for industrial systems
Volumatic and Blending Systems, a provider of custom-made industrial equipment, will be at the Salon de l'Emballage 2004 (World Packaging Exhibition) in Paris from 22 to 26 November 2004.
News from Volumatic and Blending Systems (17 November 2004)
Manufacturing excellence in Cowes
In a step towards its aim of global leadership in high-end process automation, Yokogawa Electric has created a global MES solution centre at Yokogawa Marex at Cowes on the Isle of Wight (UK).
News from Yokogawa GMSC (16 November 2004)
Novel tracked relief vehicle gets in gear
User Application Article An amphibious multiterrain tracked vehicle under development by ARIS of Italy will use David Brown gear technology.
News from David Brown Engineering (16 November 2004)
Tasteful claims for food-grade lubricant
Foodlube Overhead Chain Fluid has been reformulated to offer enhanced protection against wear on machinery and reduced risk of food contamination.
News from Rocol Lubricants (16 November 2004)
Chain lubricant likes it hot
A new lubricant promises to deliver improved performance, less build-up, longer wet life, increased lubrication intervals and lower power consumption on industrial chains.
News from Rocol Lubricants (16 November 2004)
High-power motors enter the frame
Baldor continues to extend its high-power AC motor line, and now offers IEC frame versions rated up to 1100kW (1500hp). Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (16 November 2004)
S-beam available from stock
The DBBSE S-beam covers capacities from 0-20kg to 0-20t. Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (16 November 2004)
Graphite lubricant comes in a spray can
Grafloscon CA901 Ultra spray is a solvent-containing mineral hydrocarbon base adhesive lubricant with a high content of solid particles (fine graphite) applied by spray can. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (16 November 2004)
Gearbox helps mariners see the light
User Application Article The historic Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse in Florida has taken a turn for the better thanks to the combined efforts of Miller Bearings and the ultracompact design of David Brown gear technology.
News from David Brown Engineering (16 November 2004)
Co-ordinated control for up to 24 axes
The Trio Motion Technology range of motion co-ordinator products allows control of up to 24 axes of servo and stepper motors, with I/O and additional equipment from a single master controller.
News from Total Motion Systems (16 November 2004)
Infrastructure brings plant comms together
Conet is a uniquely positioned communications infrastructure designed to blend the many communications standards into a network of networks. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (16 November 2004)
UK source for Swiss welders
Merlin Control Systems has been appointed sole agent for the UK and Ireland by Weldomat of Switzerland.
News from Merlin Control Systems (16 November 2004)
Easy upgrade for old worm gears
Customers of heavy-duty worm gears are being misled by some suppliers into believing that this type of unit is obsolete and no longer available in the UK.
News from Renold Gears (16 November 2004)
Asquith Butler comes aboard
Asquith Butler has joined the Manufacturing Technologies Association.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (16 November 2004)
RAID systems can speed data acquisition
Technical Background Article Capturing signals using PC based instrumentation at tens or hundreds of megabytes per second inevitably hits a bottleneck when continuous streaming to the hard disk is required.
News from Dataquest Solutions (16 November 2004)
Rad-hard motors step forward
RH Series radiation-hardened step motors are now available in seven standard step motor frame sizes to satisfy a variety of radiation-environment applications.
News from Empire Magnetics (16 November 2004)
Goates joins battery team
Stuart Goates has recently joined CMP Batteries as National OE Account Manager.
News from Exide Technologies (16 November 2004)
New home for elastomers
Rogers Corp has opened a new elastomer components sales and service centre in Rogers, Connecticut.
News from Rogers Corp (16 November 2004)
Smart vision for high-speed inspection
The iNspect smart vision system is the latest of the vision appliance family of products from IPD, the Intelligent Products Division of Coreco Imaging. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (16 November 2004)
Leak detector uses sound concepts
The new upgraded EP2400 leak detector translates ultrasonic signals in the 45kHz range to audible sounds that represent the frequency and amplitude characteristics of the original ultrasonic signal. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (16 November 2004)
Gearmotor comes with budget price tag
Accepting any 12V DC power source, including batteries, the MMP.PDSG35-12V.400.1 DC gear motor measures just 37mm diameter by 61mm long.
News from Midwest Motion Products (16 November 2004)
Tiny steppers boast strong torque specs
Motion control specialist Astrosyn International Technology has introduced two new ranges of mini hybrid stepper motors.
News from Astrosyn International Technology (16 November 2004)
Gearhead designed for easy installation
The RD-C provides a large center through-hole with a main support bearing together in one complete gearhead.
News from Servotechnic (16 November 2004)
Custom column works under pressure
User Application Article When the manufacturer of a peptide synthesiser needed a glass column that would operate at 600lb/in2, it turned to Bio-Chem Valve/Omnifit for help.
News from Bio-Chem Valve and Omnifit (16 November 2004)
Short course highlights operations strategy
The University of Durham is currently accepting registrations for a week-long short industrial course on "Operations strategy" from 17th to 21st January 2005.
News from Centre for Industrial Automation and Manufacturing (16 November 2004)
Heaters solve enclosure condensation problems
Rittal has extended its range of enclosure heaters to cover a continuous thermal output of between 10 and 300W. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (16 November 2004)
Speedy access to plastic components
New systems introduced by injection moulding and plastics parts specialist Omega Plastics have reduced conventional timescales for the production of plastic parts.
News from Omega Plastics UK (16 November 2004)
CCD-based spectrometer adds nickel appeal
Thermo Electron Corp has added nickel applications to its state-of-the-art, second-generation charge coupled device (CCD)-based spectrometer.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (16 November 2004)
Virtual labelling solves a sticky problem
DataLase technology enables a revolutionary virtual labelling technique that eradicates the need to use adhesive labels on packaging.
News from DataLase (16 November 2004)
Resellers sought for machine vision systems
Tordivel and its UK distributor Digital Inspections Systems are setting up a new reseller programme for machine vision integrators, production engineering companies and system integrators.
News from Digital Inspection Systems (16 November 2004)
Ball valve is optimised for reliability
Parker Instrumentation is adding a 25mm version to its high-performance Hi Pro instrumentation ball valve family. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division (16 November 2004)
PLM software speeds FDA approval
SuperDimension has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of its SuperDimension/Bronchus system developed using PLM technology from IBM and Dassault Systemes.
News from IBM Product Lifecycle Management Solutions (16 November 2004)
Catalogue gets the measure of a new look
Mitutoyo (UK) has launched its 2004-05 product catalogue. Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (16 November 2004)
Visions of measurement on show
At IPOT and Machine Vision 2005, Mitutoyo will be showcasing key examples from its wide range of innovative solutions to vision-based measurement requirements. Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (16 November 2004)
Software makes more sense of control-system data
RSSql is a powerful software tool that automatically collects raw data from control systems and turns it into meaningful information.
News from Rockwell Automation (16 November 2004)
Exhibitors rush in for 2006 exhibition
Just a couple of months into its booking period, stand space reservations for Achema 2006 have reached almost 60% of the final level of Achema 2003.
News from ACHEMA 2009 (16 November 2004)
Matrix filters promise harmonic solutions
Technical Background Article With mains-borne harmonic corruption increasing year on year, filter technology needs to develop significantly from its current level.
News from Silverteam (16 November 2004)
Laser scanners offer precision control
Sensors UK now has the next generation M2DF twin axis precision laser scanner, launched at the recent Electronica Exhibition in Munich.
News from Sensors UK (16 November 2004)
Progressive scan cameras make their case
The Pacific Corporation has recently released a range of cased progressive scan cameras using the technologies which have made the company pre-eminent in its field. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (16 November 2004)
Speed reducers enable switch from hydraulics
User Application Article Gear technology meets environmental challenge with switch from hydraulics to electromechanical operation.
News from David Brown Engineering (16 November 2004)
More beer please
Project management specialist Lorien Engineering Solutions has been chosen by the UK's leading brewer Scottish Courage to manage a scheme to add capacity at the Caledonian Brewery in Edinburgh.
News from Lorien Engineering Solutions (16 November 2004)
Lincs Electrical tops distributor competition
IMO Precision Controls has revealed the results of its UK distributor competition.
News from IMO Precision Controls (16 November 2004)
Motion controller spreads its power
The Maestro is a novel motion montroller that is capable of driving 126 axes, with interpolation on 16.
News from Motion Control Products (16 November 2004)
Software proves essential for printer design
User Application Article Leading printer manufacturers around the world use CoCreate's OneSpace Designer Modeling as the tool of choice for fast and flexible 3D CAD design.
News from CoCreate Software (16 November 2004)
Cables take charge of energy chains
CF130.UL/140.UL cables are an affordable option from the Chainflex range of control cables, designed specifically for use in energy chain systems. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (16 November 2004)
Best practice publication for design engineering
BSI Business Information has published the newly revised and renamed best practice publication for design engineering BS8888:2004 Technical Product Specification.
News from BSI British Standards (16 November 2004)
Seminar looks at advantages and limitations of PPE
The BOHS is running a seminar 'Let's Get Physical' on 16 February 2005 at the Society for Chemical Industry, London, covering the role of PPE in controlling exposure to physical agents.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society (16 November 2004)
Combined beacon and sounder uses little power
A new ISB range of compact, IP65, low-current, combined flashing beacon and sounder units is being launched by DG Controls.
News from DG Controls (16 November 2004)
HSE issues statement of nuclear incidents
The Health and Safety Executive is publishing a statement of nuclear incidents at nuclear installations in Britain during the second quarter of 2004 (1 April to 30 June).
News from Health and Safety Executive (16 November 2004)
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