News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 January
to Saturday 8 January 2005
Software squeezes more out of existing tools
User Application Article BC Barton provides solutions for the design and manufacture of hot and cold presswork, along with welded fabrication products, and was an early adopter of Jetcam Expert.
News from Jetcam International ( 7 January 2005)
Manual press applies up to 6t
The Pemserter Series 4 press enables quick and reliable manual installation of self-clinching fasteners in panels or circuit boards.
News from PennEngineering ( 7 January 2005)
New centre to focus European efforts
Endevco is expanding its global capabilities with the opening of an additional business centre in Europe.
News from Endevco ( 7 January 2005)
E-book explains IntelliCAD 5
"Inside IntelliCAD 5" is billed as the only tutorial e-book on the market for IntelliCAD customers.
News from upFront.eZine Publishing ( 7 January 2005)
Assembly features end-user-oriented programme
The Fieldbus Foundation today announced the agenda for its 2005 General Assembly, to be held on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th February 2005, at the Intercontinental Hotel in Vienna, Austria.
News from Fieldbus Foundation ( 7 January 2005)
Survey supports benefits of training
One in five workers in the UK engineering sector (18%) are set to move jobs this New Year, according to new poll findings.
News from Foundation Degrees ( 7 January 2005)
Dome lights cut machine vision reflections
The LDM Dome produces light in such a way that confusing light reflections are reduced to a minimum for machine vision applications. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 7 January 2005)
Indian toolmakers boost business through software
User Application Article The extra productivity made possible with Power Solution CADCAM software has led to a 40% increase in business at Edizi Gauge and Tools, one of the leading toolmakers for the Indian rubber industry. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 7 January 2005)
Deal marries railway interior materials
GE Advanced Materials has selected Schneller to codevelop new grades of Indura GTform decorative laminate for interior rail applications formed with a Azdel Rail-Lite composite.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 7 January 2005)
Novel gland packing boasts high specifications
James Walker reckons its new high specification gland packing is set to replace many abrasion resistant "yellow" products and reduce stockholding levels for end users. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co ( 7 January 2005)
Controllers claim unlimited possibilities
Available now from B and R Industrial Automation, the Power Panel product range meets a wide range of customer requirements.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp ( 7 January 2005)
Institutions question climate change review
Four of the UK's largest professional engineering bodies express concern over the scientific viability of DEFRA's recent consultation on the milestone review of the UK Climate Change Programme.
News from Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) ( 7 January 2005)
Safety switches cater for typical panic response
Idec is one of the few companies to offer a line of enabling switches that meet the latest ANSI and RIA standard for working with robotic equipment.
News from Idec Electronics ( 7 January 2005)
Piezoceramic actuators promote security
Technical Background Article Simon Powell, Business Development Director Servocell, examines the impact of piezoceramics on the security industry.
News from Servocell ( 7 January 2005)
Linear actuators boast trouble-free operation
The Exlar EL series of explosion-proof linear actuators incorporates features specially developed for use in process applications. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco ( 7 January 2005)
System eases stress data acquisition
HBM reckons its Canhead system gives large cost savings when conducting experimental stress analysis tests by removing the need to fit expensive connection cables. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK ( 7 January 2005)
Valves help realise rocket science
User Application Article Day after day, for the last three years, Spirax Sarco electrically actuated valves have been providing accurate temperature control for processing solid rocket propellant at Roxel UK in Kidderminster.
News from Spirax Sarco ( 7 January 2005)
Cable tie installation is plain sailing
Panduit has supplied new Super Heavy stainless steel cable ties and tension controlled tooling to Relay SW for installation on Royal Navy surface vessels.
News from Panduit ( 7 January 2005)
Acromag joins the CSIA
Acromag has recently been accepted as an associate member by the Control and Information System Integrators Association.
News from Acromag ( 7 January 2005)
Software is a top product pick
AutoVue 18 has been chosen as one of Cadalyst's top product picks for 2004 and winner of a "Wow!" award.
News from Cimmetry Systems ( 7 January 2005)
Machine safety seminar set for Salford
BARA will hold its next machine safety seminar at Salford University, Manchester, on 18th January 2005.
News from British Automation and Robotics Association ( 7 January 2005)
Online pipework replacement cuts shutdown costs
User Application Article Innovative engineering and pipeline intervention expertise enabled Furmanite to avoid an expensive shutdown for Huntsman European Petrochemicals at the North Tees site on Teesside.
News from Furmanite International ( 6 January 2005)
November sales boost 2004 turnover
Camtek reports that its sales for 2004 were greatly increased and were boosted in November by the best monthly sales turnover for four years.
News from Camtek ( 6 January 2005)
UGS to acquire Tecnomatix Technologies
Tecnomatix Technologies has entered into a definitive agreement for all its outstanding equity to be acquired by UGS.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies ( 6 January 2005)
Olrik takes charge
Lars Elias Olrik, former head of Covisint's European operations, has taken up a new position as CEO with Keronite.
News from Keronite ( 6 January 2005)
Demand-driven markets continue to change rules
RuleStream has identified three issues that will continue to be priorities for US manufacturers in 2005.
News from RuleStream Corp ( 6 January 2005)
Pressure transmitter measures small airflows
The Huba Type 694 series of differential pressure transmitter incorporates ceramic lever technology and has calibrated temperature compensated sensor signals, in standard voltage or current outputs. Brochure Available
News from Huba Control UK ( 6 January 2005)
Brochure details semiconductor automation
Aerotech's latest brochure provides semiconductor and flat panel display manufacturers with a wide range of automation solutions. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 6 January 2005)
Faster installation for offshore chocking system
The SmartShim cast-in-situ chocking system from Furmanite has undergone a new development which slashes installation time on offshore platforms, adds a high degree of control and flexibility.
News from Furmanite International ( 6 January 2005)
Advances in detachable and permanent fasteners
Technical Background Article As thermoplastic materials constantly improve in technology and cost-efficiency, the need for a low-cost and secure fastening method becomes increasingly important.
News from Arnold Umformtechnik ( 6 January 2005)
Oil sampling aids condition monitoring
Following the appointment in 2004 of FA-ST as a distributor for the Kleenoil, oil filtration product range, FA-ST has now added further products and services for the oil using industries.
News from FA-ST Filtration Analysis Services Technology ( 6 January 2005)
Rail-mounted terminals to debut at Hazard Ex
Phoenix Contact will launch the Clipline Complete range of rail mounted terminals to the hazardous environment industry at the 2005 Hazard Ex conference and exhibition in Coventry.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 6 January 2005)
Flowmeters overcome viscosity problems
User Application Article Lucite International UK is using Optimass 7000 Coriolis mass flowmeters to ensure its new product is manufactured to strict dimensional tolerances.
News from Krohne ( 6 January 2005)
IR camera specialist continues double-digit growth
Cedip Infrared Systems has recorded its fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth in international sales. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 6 January 2005)
CNC is just what the doctor ordered
User Application Article A retrofit CNC is providing an unrivalled level of user-friendliness to machining operations at the United Bristol Healthcare NHS Trust's Medical Equipment Management Organisation.
News from ACI (UK) ( 6 January 2005)
Motion and power transmission website upgraded
Power Jacks begins 2005 with a major launch for its new website for linear motion and power transmission products, which includes screw jacks, electric linear actuators and bevel gearboxes. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks ( 6 January 2005)
Reseller takes CAD/CAM software to the Americas
Jetcam International has signed NestOne Solutions as a new reseller for its sheet metal and aerospace CAD/CAM software for the North, Central and South American markets.
News from Jetcam International ( 6 January 2005)
Logger helps keep brake performance on the rails
User Application Article A leading supplier of equipment to the rail industry has chosen the Datataker DT800 data logger to monitor and record performance of its braking systems.
News from dataTaker ( 6 January 2005)
Lockout secures IEC power inlets
The IEC lockout works by preventing the insertion of power cords into machinery that use the popular IEC60320 C14 power inlet.
News from Reece Safety Products ( 6 January 2005)
HMI provides instant visibility and control
Festo has introduced a handheld human-machine interface for its CPX family of pneumatic and electrical I/O terminals that can substantially speed machine building. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 6 January 2005)
Network solutions for machine builders
Phoenix Contact will be showing how to provide network solutions for machine builders at the Machine Building Exhibition at the NEC in February 2005.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 6 January 2005)
Servos upgrade cut-to-length machines
User Application Article By equipping a high speed cut-to-length machine with an advanced digital servo drive, Baldor has doubled its accuracy. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK ( 6 January 2005)
Knighthood for Jones of Toyota
Automotive Academy Chief Executive, Dr Alan Begg, has congratulated Alan Jones who has been made a Knight Bachelor in the New Year honours list.
News from Automotive Academy ( 6 January 2005)
Optics to improve telescope capabilities
Optical Surfaces has been selected to supply the key optics for a fibre-fed spectrograph that will expand the capabilities of the Hexapod telescope at the University of Bochum.
News from Optical Surfaces ( 6 January 2005)
Website gains Russian and Turkish appeal
Schmitt Europe has underlined its commitment to emerging international markets by launching its new website in Russian and Turkish, as well as English, German and Italian. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe ( 6 January 2005)
Innovation award for novel gas refuelling nozzle
The German Association for the Efficient and Environmentally Friendly use of Energy has awarded its 2004 Innovation Prize to Witt-Gastechnik.
News from Witt Gas Techniques ( 6 January 2005)
CD explains portable appliance testing
A new interactive tutorial CD explains the functions and capabilities of the Robin SmartPAT 5500 portable appliance tester.
News from Robin Electronics ( 6 January 2005)
Acrylic foam tape replaces mechanical fasteners
A new acrylic foam tape range can replace mechanical fasteners, liquid adhesives and spot welds in the glazing, building and construction, automotive and many other manufacturing industries.
News from Scapa UK ( 6 January 2005)
Inductive sensors come in small packages
IFM Electronic continues to develop inductive sensors in small packages with greater sensing ranges than before. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic ( 6 January 2005)
CAD package improves image processing
The latest version of VPHybridCAD includes a collection of brand new function groups, such as dimensions, customisable user workflows, element quick selection, raster table recognition, and many more.
News from Softelec ( 6 January 2005)
Grundfos acquires Alldos
To further strengthen its position in the market for dosing pumps, the Danish pump Group Grundfos has purchased the well-established and recognised German dosing pump group Alldos. Brochure Available
News from Grundfos Alldos ( 6 January 2005)
Distributor fairs to cover the UK
The 2005 Distributor Fairs are billed as the most time-effective and cost-efficient way for distributors and suppliers to meet.
News from Fastener Fair ( 6 January 2005)
Guide explains surge test procedures
REO UK has produced an impartial and practical guide to the EMC standard, EN61000-4-5, which deals with surge testing. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) ( 6 January 2005)
Ansys pays $5 million for software firm
Ansys buys provider of simulation software for solving linear, nonlinear, explicit and multi-body hydro-dynamics problems for $5 million in cash
News from Ansys ( 6 January 2005)
Conference is a first in engineering to order
The first annual Engineer-to-Order Conference will be held on 29th January 2005 at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort.
News from DriveWorks ( 5 January 2005)
Distribution network goes from coast to coast
B and R Industrial Automation has further expanded its network of independent distribution partners to the West Coast of the USA.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp ( 5 January 2005)
Life's a beach for datacommunications
A sandy beach might be a strange location for a production control computer, but that's what the cover of the new datacommunications catalogue from B and B Electronics shows.
News from B and B Electronics Manufacturing Company ( 5 January 2005)
Safety switches survive water spray
Jokab Safety has been awarded an IP69K specification for its Eden E safety switches.
News from Jokab Safety UK ( 5 January 2005)
Submarine cladding is an Astute choice
Arc Energy Resources has completed the weld overlay cladding of hull penetrator inserts destined for the Royal Navy's new Astute class submarine being built by BAE Marine Systems at Barrow-in-Furness.
News from Arc Energy Resources ( 5 January 2005)
Radial piston pump features digital control
The latest version of the popular RKP radial piston pump features digital control and a fieldbus interface. Brochure Available
News from Moog Controls ( 5 January 2005)
Brushed DC servos boast precision at lower cost
MAE M500 and M600 series brushed DC servomotors are available for continuous torque applications from 0.1 to 1.4Nm with peak torque ratings from 0.5 to 6.4Nm.
News from PennEngineering Motion Technologies - Europe ( 5 January 2005)
Door switches aid slitter operator safety
User Application Article Primary and secondary slitting machines from Bedford based Atlas Converting Equipment feature Schmersal AZM415 safety door switches to protect their operators.
News from Schmersal UK ( 5 January 2005)
External gear pumps eliminate pulsation
A range of magnetically coupled external gear pumps offered by Tuthill Pump Group is ideal for water and wastewater treatment chemical metering applications.
News from Tuthill Pump Group ( 5 January 2005)
Worm gearboxes boast compact design
New right-angled SWG Servoworm gearboxes offer designers in automation and machine building the ultimate compact, lightweight solution. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain ( 5 January 2005)
Scada package looks after jet-age power generation
User Application Article UK company TC Power is using CitectScada as a major element in its global business of providing megawatt levels of power generation from aero derivative gas turbine engines. Brochure Available
News from Citect ( 5 January 2005)
Stocking solutions speeds fastener supply
User Application Article The latest line-feed stocking solution from Serco Ryan has delivered substantial savings in administration costs and staff time at a UK market leading static holiday home manufacturer.
News from Serco Ryan ( 5 January 2005)
Infra-red cameras provide speedy diagnoses
The ProCAM range of infra-red cameras is designed for maintenance professionals who require high-end infra-red equipment but cannot justify the costs. Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International ( 5 January 2005)
Compact valves cut to half the price
The new and improved design of the Asco Joucomatic Micro 10 range of miniature subbase-mounted valves achieves a cost reduction of almost 50%, by using polyamide rather than metal. Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics ( 5 January 2005)
Soft starter is simple to set up
The PST soft starter is claimed to be as easy to program as a mobile telephone, and incorporates fieldbus communication and advanced motor protection functions.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) ( 5 January 2005)
Gearheads promise accurate positioning
PS series flange output (PSF) and shaft output (PSS) gearheads and actuators are designed for applications that require accurate positioning and precise motion control.
News from Servotechnic ( 5 January 2005)
Acoustic isolation systems keep it quiet
The new Paulstra Strasonic acoustic isolation systems now available from Wyko Industrial Services are designed specifically to reduce airborne noise in industrial applications. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK ( 5 January 2005)
Programme provides a link with Solid Edge
Camtek has joined the Solid Edge Voyager Partner programme, with its PEPS CADCAM suite being classed within the "Manufacturing" category.
News from Camtek ( 5 January 2005)
Stainless-steel switch shows its quality
American Sensor Technologies reckons it has developed a superior quality, high-accuracy solid state pressure switch for the measurement of gases and liquids compatible with stainless steel.
News from American Sensor Technologies ( 5 January 2005)
HSE supports Freedom of Information
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has unveiled a Freedom of information (FOI) website to coincide with the first working day of the new Act.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 5 January 2005)
Novel device simplifies orifice size calculations
According to Lee Products, anyone who specifies hydraulic valves should have a Lohmolator; and there is no excuse because they are free. Brochure Available
News from Lee Products ( 4 January 2005)
Polymer has no solvents or other volatiles
A new one component, optically clear, nonyellowing UV curable polymer called UV15-7 has been introduced by Master Bond.
News from Master Bond ( 4 January 2005)
Sheeting shows up on metal detectors
Detectamet metal detectable rubber sheeting is designed for use on machinery throughout the food and pharmaceutical industries.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 4 January 2005)
Slides provide high load capacities
PHD has added a new bore size to its Series SxL and SxH cantilever slides.
News from PHD ( 4 January 2005)
Motion cards offer lower cost alternative
New from Varedan Technologies is the VMC-2000 series of motion controllers for stepper and servo applications.
News from Varedan Technologies ( 3 January 2005)
Servomotors eliminate costly gearboxes
The high torque capability of e-Torq brushless DC servomotors can allow the elimination of costly gearboxes and remove the risk of lubricant leaks.
News from Bodine Electric Company ( 3 January 2005)
UK businesses back extra New Year holiday
Technical Background Article Over two-thirds of UK businesses agree that an additional January bank holiday is the right way to start the new business year, according to a new survey by Croner Consulting.
News from Croner ( 3 January 2005)
New show to focus on industrial processes
Industrie Lyon 2005 is a major new industrial process trade fair to be held in alternate years from March 2005.
News from Exposium ( 3 January 2005)
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