News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 February
to Saturday 19 February 2005
Software adds more functions to data loggers
The TrendReader software package for ACR data logging products now offers new addon modules.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (18 February 2005)
Practitioners to broaden NW MAS support
The Manufacturing Advisory Service in the North West of the UK has appointed four more process improvement practitioners to broaden the support provided to manufacturers across the region.
News from Manufacturing Institute (18 February 2005)
Handwheels sport a smarter look
A new stylish range of handwheels feature a high-quality finish that makes them ideal for all types of equipment from libraries to process or production environments. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (18 February 2005)
Scope for internal inspection
New literature describes the comprehensive range of endoscopes, borescopes and accessories available from Moritex Europe.
News from Moritex Europe (18 February 2005)
Orbital welding system aids stainless development
User Application Article Orbimatic is assisting ADMS Engineering in pioneering the use of stainless steel tubing for heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
News from Orbimatic (18 February 2005)
Industrial monitor becomes panel PC
The 5019 is the latest edition to the Xycom 5000 Series of industrial flat panel monitors.
News from Pro-face UK (18 February 2005)
Compact motors take their intelligence onboard
IM23x intelligent motors are flexible, easy to use and compact products based on Technosoft's latest MotionChip DSP control technology.
News from Technosoft (18 February 2005)
Staff are precious resource for Iris
Iris Power Engineering is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its founding by four individuals and Ontario Hydro.
News from Iris Power Engineering (18 February 2005)
Reports focus on working with rubber
Rapra has published two new Rapra Review Reports focusing on key aspects of manufacturing with rubber.
News from Smithers Rapra (18 February 2005)
Not all PFPE oils are the same
Recent tests have shown some extreme differences in the quality of PFPE oils for use in isobaric double belt presses. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (18 February 2005)
Nuts suit automotive and domestic appliances
Plastic components and cable accessories supplier Heyco has introduced two new types of fasteners to its comprehensive range. Brochure Available
News from Anixter Components (18 February 2005)
Controller maintains process temperatures
A novel advanced multicircuit electronic trace-heating control and monitoring unit can reduce wiring costs in industrial process temperature maintenance and frost protection applications.
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (18 February 2005)
Analysis tools on show in China
Algor V16.1 will be demonstrated at the fifth annual Solid Edge Asia Pacific Reseller Conference, being held from 21st to 24th February 2005 in Hainan Island, China.
News from Algor (18 February 2005)
Bassi spearheads drive into New England
Tech Ed Concepts has recruited Jason Bassi as Regional Accounts Representative for New England.
News from Tech Ed Concepts (18 February 2005)
Synchrotron improves nondestructive testing
The synchrotron at Daresbury Laboratory is used in nondestructive testing to assess areas of structural weakness and potential failure in critical engineering components.
News from DARTS (18 February 2005)
Software suits data collection and troubleshooting
For applications that require just a few data points or a view into a process WebDock reckons its DataPort data collection and troubleshooting software may be just the ticket.
News from WebDock (18 February 2005)
Diaphragm valve bridges generation gap
A new stainless steel diaphragm valve dispenses low- to medium-viscosity fluids at high speed, significantly reduces turbulence to counteract air bubbles and offers low maintenance costs.
News from Techcon Systems (17 February 2005)
Free software plots ternary diagrams
ProSim Ternary Diagram is a simple but efficient application for plotting ternary diagrams for three-components mixtures.
News from ProSim (17 February 2005)
Aircraft originator switches CAM system
User Application Article When Bombardier Aerospace of Belfast decided, to examine the possibility of replacing its CAM system with an up-to-date alternative it evaluated three different CADCAM systems.
News from Jetcam International (17 February 2005)
Modules simplify sensor interfacing
CompactLine field modules can now be used in assembly automation areas where space is at a premium. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (17 February 2005)
Website focuses on 3D medical device design
SolidWorks Corp has launched an online initiative to promote the financial and creative advantages of using its SolidWorks 3D mechanical design software to the medical device technology industry.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (17 February 2005)
Spectrophotometer aids process monitoring
Berkshire based Pacer Components can now offer an inexpensive, modular, real time spectrophotometer. Brochure Available
News from Pacer International (17 February 2005)
General Motors orders noise testing installations
General Motors Corp has selected LMS to replace its exterior pass-by noise testing installation at the GM Proving Grounds in Mesa, Arizona, and Milford, Michigan. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (17 February 2005)
Design software gains direct link to web resources
SolidWorks Corp has added tightly focused engineering search tools to 3D mechanical design software, providing access to GlobalSpec directly inside its computer-aided design environment.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (17 February 2005)
Novel bearing design eliminates pump maintenance
User Application Article In collaboration with a large pump maker, bearing manufacturer NKE has developed a new modular system for the bearing arrangements to rationalise a whole pump generation.
News from NKE Austria (17 February 2005)
Siemens joins the JT fan club
Siemens has positioned its global manufacturing strength behind JT Open by becoming the latest corporate member of this rapidly growing PLM industry initiative.
News from Siemens PLM Software (17 February 2005)
Foundation endorses electronic device descriptions
The OPC Foundation has joined the international co-operative team of the three leading fieldbus organisations to extend the reach of electronic device descriptions into OPCF's Unified Architecture.
News from Fieldbus Foundation (17 February 2005)
Renault's racer speeds to the grid
User Application Article Vistagy has revealed some of the productivity gains and time savings that the Renault F1 Team made using FiberSIM software to develop the R25 racing car.
News from Vistagy (17 February 2005)
CADopia joins alliance
CADopia, a leading developer and supplier of IntelliCAD, has joined Open Design Alliance as a Sustaining Member.
News from Open Design Alliance (17 February 2005)
Particle sensor boasts three-year warranty
The RNet is an aerosol particle sensor claimed to provide outstanding lifetime value.
News from Particle Measuring Systems (17 February 2005)
Polymer spreads to novel line of coatings
Tech Line Coatings is the formulator of a new line of coatings based on Victrex Peek polymer.
News from Victrex USA (17 February 2005)
Portable unit produces repeatable crimp seals
The TS12 portable heat sealer produces repeatable and verifiable heated crimp seals from flexible packaging materials for seal testing, sample package development or small production sealing.
News from Thwing-Albert Instrument Company (17 February 2005)
Chicago to host ISA Expo 2005
ISA Expo 2005, North America's number one event for automation and control professionals, will be held from 25th to 27th October at McCormick Place Lakeside Center in Chicago, Illinois.
News from ISA (17 February 2005)
Nieters to head up new Midwest sales office
Polytec has recently hired Jim Nieters as the Midwest Region Sales Manager for its new regional office in Detroit, Michigan.
News from Polytec (17 February 2005)
Cutter pump refuses to clog
Thanks to Landia's novel external knife system, the MPTK cutter pump is becoming an increasingly popular choice for tough applications because it refuses to clog up.
News from Landia (17 February 2005)
Weld head aims for heat-exchanger duties
The Orbitec OSK3T-500 weld head permits extreme close proximity welding for the fabrication of heat exchangers incorporating return bend configurations in small diameters.
News from Orbitec (17 February 2005)
Top choice for temperature and humidity
The Rototherm RTH100 series is billed as the UK's number one choice for temperature and/or humidity recording and control at low cost.
News from UK Instruments and Controls (17 February 2005)
GSM controller offers cost-effective telemetry
The SentryGSM2 controller provides a cost effective, battery powered method of relaying data from Sentry products via GSM, the mobile phone network, to the company's database software.
News from Sentry Telemetry (17 February 2005)
Diaphragm valves boast low cost of ownership
D-Series diaphragm valves are constructed from only the highest quality materials to ensure years of unsurpassed performance to reduce the cost of ownership.
News from Circor Instrumentation (17 February 2005)
Hospital keeps it clean with steam
User Application Article A Spirax Sarco clean steam generator is meeting increased demand for clean steam from a new state-of-the-art sterilisation facility at Ross Hall Hospital in Glasgow.
News from Spirax Sarco (17 February 2005)
Turntable bearings save weight and space
Customer demand for a more compact turntable bearing has prompted Kaydon to design its new Custom Reali-Slim TT Series thin section bearings.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (17 February 2005)
Young looks North
RA Rodriguez is restructuring its sales team to provide the best possible support for its customers.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (17 February 2005)
Industrial switch aids reconfigurable networking
A novel eight-port industrial Ethernet switch features a bidirectional transceiver that enables a redundant ring topology to run on just a single fibre.
News from Westermo Data Communications (17 February 2005)
Conference proceedings focus on process safety
IChemE has published the proceedings of the 18th Hazards conference.
News from Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) (17 February 2005)
Parker acquires Bayside Controls
Parker Hannifin has acquired Bayside Controls, a leading manufacturer of integrated solutions for industrial and precision automation applications.
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (17 February 2005)
Linear motor is dedicated to actuation
The ServoTube is the first three-phase linear motor designed specifically for use as an actuator.
News from Copley Motion Systems (17 February 2005)
Automation speeds leather byproduct processing
User Application Article When Sicit 2000 planned the automation of its new $30 million plant for the production of protein hydrolysates, it chose PlantWeb digital plant architecture from Emerson Process Management.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry (17 February 2005)
Mobile CAD runs on pocket PCs and cellphones
New from GiveMePower Corp is the PowerCAD CE 5.5 line of mobile/wireless CAD and digital blueprint management software.
News from GiveMePower Corporation (17 February 2005)
Flow-monitoring device has no moving parts
The Model 4120 flow-captor metering flow switch from Weber Sensors provides a versatile, solid-state, flow-monitoring device with no moving parts.
News from weber Sensors (17 February 2005)
Powder metallurgy training begins in Germany
The European Powder Metallurgy Association is holding a new series of training courses on powder metallurgy for young materials and design engineers.
News from European Powder Metallurgy Association (17 February 2005)
Memorial trust awards scholarship
Coventry University student Marshlee Charan has been awarded an engineering scholarship from the Institution of Incorporated Engineers.
News from Coventry University (17 February 2005)
Scanning vibrometer gets into shape
Polytec has released the first geometry scan unit for the PSV-400 series of advanced scanning vibrometer systems.
News from Polytec (17 February 2005)
Free guide to machinery guarding standards
Procter Machinery Guarding is giving away a free guide to machinery guarding standards. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (17 February 2005)
Fibre-optic rotary joint carries 24 circuits
The newest addition to IDM Electronics' family of combined slip ring and fibre-optic rotary joints (FORJ) is proving a hit with TV broadcast equipment manufacturers.
News from IDM Electronics (17 February 2005)
Service smoothes the way to micromanufacturing
SolidWorks is offering access to a new service to quickly, easily and affordably design and test more sophisticated microelectromechanical systems, microdevices and microscopic mechanical parts.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (17 February 2005)
PDA software improves data collection
CreateASoft's SimDATA PDA-based software allows collected data to be analysed and applied with a simple point and click interface.
News from CreateASoft (17 February 2005)
Technology fellow elected to engineering academy
A technology fellow at Aspen Technology has been recognised for his contributions to engineering theory and practice, with membership in the National Academy of Engineering.
News from Aspen Technology (17 February 2005)
Free guide to machinery guarding standards
Procter Machinery Guarding is giving away a free guide to machinery and conveyor guarding standards. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (17 February 2005)
Alloy bellows combine strength and elasticity
Engineers in need of large bellows with a thin, leak-tight and highly elastic wall have a new option - electroformed nickel-cobalt alloy bellows.
News from NiCoForm (16 February 2005)
Diaphragm position control boosts pump performance
Kel-Cell series industrial pumps are now available as standard with patented diaphragm position control technology for greatly enhanced pump performance, reliability and durability.
News from Wanner Engineering (16 February 2005)
Schad comes onboard
Tilman Schad has accepted an invitation to join the Kollabnet board of directors.
News from Kollabnet (16 February 2005)
Short course covers industrial automation
The University of Durham is currently accepting registrations for a ten-day short industrial course on industrial automation.
News from Centre for Industrial Automation and Manufacturing (16 February 2005)
Relays offer quick and sensitive protection
A new range of protection relays deliver high performance and reliable protection, yet are simple to specify and easy to fit.
News from Merlin Gerin (16 February 2005)
Volvo Group selects virtual manufacturing tools
The Volvo Group has selected UGS as a strategic partner for virtual manufacturing tools for deployment at the company's manufacturing divisions worldwide.
News from Siemens PLM Software (16 February 2005)
Endevco products now available worldwide
Endevco Corp and Bruel and Kjaer Sound and Vibration Measurement have agreed to replace their existing distribution agreement, so that Bruel and Kjaer now resells Endevco products worldwide.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (16 February 2005)
Further education for process engineers
Cranfield University is now offering the option to study for a postgraduate certificate or diploma qualification in addition to its well established part-time MSc in process systems engineering.
News from Cranfield University (16 February 2005)
Motors boast boosted power outputs
A range of "Progressive" motors from AEG Electric Motors enables equipment manufacturers and end users to achieve higher outputs from comparable IEC frame size machines.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (16 February 2005)
CADCAM clinic set for Telford exhibition
Delcam is to host a CADCAM clinic at the Plastics Design and Moulding Exhibition to be held in Telford, UK, from 12th to 14th April 2005. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (16 February 2005)
Flow switch combines two sensors in one
The revolutionary CoolGuard is billed as a first-of-a-kind flow switch that combines two sensors in one.
News from weber Sensors (16 February 2005)
Safety PLC pressed into service
Jokab Safety has developed new function blocks for the Pluto Safety PLC, designed towards the power press market and developed in conjunction with European press manufacturers.
News from Jokab Safety UK (16 February 2005)
Universal testers get the measure of compression
Lloyd Instruments offers a range of compression cages for its universal testing machines, designed for very large sample testing.
News from Lloyd Instruments (16 February 2005)
Microsteppers take their drives onboard
A new range of microstepping motors with onboard drive electronics is ideal wherever space saving or simplicity of installation is important. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (16 February 2005)
Epoxy system boasts high thermal stability
Master Bond has developed a new two-component epoxy system featuring high thermal stability, high thermal conductivity, superior electrical insulation properties and outstanding dimensional stability. Brochure Available
News from Master Bond (16 February 2005)
Units connect HART devices in hazardous areas
The new Pepperl+Fuchs Elcon HiD2000 is designed for applications where field devices with HART are located in a hazardous area and need to pass through intrinsic safety isolators.
News from Pepperl+Fuchs USA (16 February 2005)
Motors promise polished performance worldwide
User Application Article Europtica International required a reliable single-phase motor that met international standards combined with high efficiency.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (15 February 2005)
Piston accumulators extend to wider applications
Through its A Series range, Parker Hannifin is able to offer industry a wide selection of CE-approved piston accumulators. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (15 February 2005)
Aluminium profiles hold any size of document
Item has developed the clipboard concept into a document holding system based on aluminium profiles, which can quickly be assembled to hold any size of document required. Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems (15 February 2005)
Electronic regulator works quickly and accurately
A new electronic proportional regulator has joined Parker Hannifin's industry leading Modulfex family of products. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (15 February 2005)
Catalogue covers hot and cold solutions
A new catalogue from Julabo offers solutions for temperature applications ranging from -95 to +400C.
News from Julabo Labortechnik (15 February 2005)
Teflon coated leadscrews save on lubrication
Servotechnic offers a Teflon coated leadscrew option for its line of miniature linear actuators from Haydon Switch.
News from Servotechnic (15 February 2005)
Workshop looks at practical centrifugal pumps
IDC Technologies is presenting a 2-day workshop on "Practical centrifugal pumps - design, operation and maintenance" next month in Dublin and in Cork.
News from IDC Technologies (15 February 2005)
Practical safety instrumentation explained
IDC Technologies is presenting a workshop on "Practical safety instrumentation and emergency shutdown systems" in London, Cardiff, Manchester and Leeds.
News from IDC Technologies (15 February 2005)
Speedy access to fused silica wafers
Armstrong Optical now offers fused silica wafers, with standard wafer diameters including 100, 150 and 200mm delivered in less than 2 weeks.
News from Armstrong Optical (15 February 2005)
Cable marking at high velocity
Brady reckons users can "wrap up" all their wire and cable marking needs, simply by using the Wraptor wire ID printer applicator. Brochure Available
News from Brady (15 February 2005)
Package gets Scada projects off to a fast start
Yokogawa has introduced Version 8.3 of its Fast/Tools Scada package with a number of new strategic features and enhancements.
News from Yokogawa UK (15 February 2005)
Pressure sensor aims for HVAC applications
The Ashcroft CXLdp low pressure transducer is specifically engineered to provide stable, reliable static or differential pressure measurement in HVAC comfort control systems.
News from UK Instruments and Controls (15 February 2005)
New opportunities in composites manufacture
Delcam is to host a half-day seminar entitled "New opportunities in composites manufacture" at its Birmingham headquarters on Thursday 17th March 2005. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (15 February 2005)
Gearboxes create a stir at boat show
Strong interest in PRM StepDrive gearboxes at the recent London International Boat Show has led to the appointment of two new sales agents and a crop of new installations.
News from Newage Transmissions (15 February 2005)
Editors choose 2D code reader
Control Engineering magazine has selected the Cognex IDMax among its 18th annual Editors' Choice Awards.
News from Cognex UK (15 February 2005)
DARPA awards guided munitions contract
BAE Systems has been selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Advanced Technology Office to convert a 60mm mortar into a precision guided munitions system.
News from BAE Systems (15 February 2005)
Recorders aid steam flow computing
A new range of data recorders offers a comprehensive maths package for steam flow computing.
News from Eurotherm (15 February 2005)
Report studies hardware/software interaction
Cyon Research Corp has released a white paper studying the need for continued strategic partnerships between hardware and software vendors.
News from Cyon Research (15 February 2005)
Earnings leap for Flir
Flir Systems has reported that net earnings for the fourth quarter ended 31st December 2004 increased 61% to $24.1 million. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (15 February 2005)
Flow meters gain alarming option
The Eagle-Eye alarm is a rugged, splash resistant accessory for all square FR Series flow meters.
News from Instruments Direct (Services) (15 February 2005)
Bright idea in touch display modules
Rockwell Automation has added a 12in high-brightness touch display modules to its Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus operator interface and VersaView CE industrial computer families. Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad (15 February 2005)
On-demand PLM gathers its fans
User Application Article Four new customer deployments by Arena Solutions showcase the advantages of rapid implementation through the on-demand service model.
News from Arena Solutions (15 February 2005)
Entry-level PLM system is free for a year
Arena Solutions now offers Arena PLM Workgroup Edition, an entry-level version of its industry-leading PLM solution, at no cost for the first year.
News from Arena Solutions (15 February 2005)
Record year for on-demand PLM
Arena Solutions has reported a 150% increase over 2003 revenues and a record fourth quarter in 2004 ended 31st December 2004.
News from Arena Solutions (15 February 2005)
Translator engineers an intelligent change
User Application Article Elysium's market-leading CADfeature technology has been adopted worldwide by Joy Mining Machinery, a manufacturer of underground mining systems.
News from Elysium (15 February 2005)
Panel meter gains flexible software support
The Pax Dual Process Input Meter (PaxDP) has become even more powerful with the support of Red Lion's Crimson 2.0 software.
News from Red Lion Controls (15 February 2005)
Innovation software increases efficiency
Invention Machine has released the Japanese version of it Goldfire Innovator software.
News from Invention Machine (15 February 2005)
Simulation software provides a 3D environment
CreateASoft's Simcad Process Simulator 7.0 provides 3D visualisation and animation.
News from CreateASoft (15 February 2005)
Software works with latest Inventor
Autodesk has certified that NavisWorks JetStream is compatible with the forthcoming Inventor 10 product.
News from NavisWorks (14 February 2005)
Sound ideas in testing
Two new sound level meters offer users a high accuracy level (class 2 to IEC60651) achieved by selectable sound level measuring ranges.
News from Testo (14 February 2005)
Boiler controller is comprehensive solution
Eurotherm has released the 2704BC boiler controller at the AHR Expo in Orlando, Florida.
News from Eurotherm (14 February 2005)
Cables simplify servo system configuration
Animatics Corp is claiming another industry first with the Add-A-Motor serial configuration cable.
News from Animatics (14 February 2005)
Rugged Ethernet switches at half the price
The ET-5ES series of five-port industrial Ethernet switches are the next generation of the ET-GT-5ES models that claimed industry standards for extreme ruggedness and ultrareliability. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (14 February 2005)
Ceramic servos move piezo technology further
The employment of piezo technology in motion and positioning control solutions is not new but the technique employed in Nanomotion's ceramic servomotors is innovative and original.
News from Micromech (14 February 2005)
Modules automate liquid delivery
Nova Modules are servo-driven pumps for automated liquid delivery with accompanying control for faster, simpler integration into automation machinery.
News from Encynova International (14 February 2005)
Speed of learning is key to software adoption
User Application Article When programming by hand became a time-consuming and error-prone task, Rosengrens Europe purchased Jetcam Expert.
News from Jetcam International (14 February 2005)
Control software boasts maximum flexibility
Now officially available from ICS Triplex, ISaGraf version 4.5 is IEC1131-3 compliant and offers a large number of enhancements.
News from ICS Triplex (14 February 2005)
Artillery locating system goes on show
BAE Systems Avionics will demonstrate its world class battle winning HALO hostile artillery locating system at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2005) in Abu Dhabi this week.
News from BAE Systems (14 February 2005)
Lubrication keeps the Scotch flowing
User Application Article Combining food-safe products and a complete lubrication management package, Rocol Lubricants has streamlined lubricants spend and use for a high profile Scottish whisky distiller.
News from Rocol Lubricants (14 February 2005)
Fletcher to develop asset management capabilities
Rockwell Automation has considerably strengthened its Asset Management team with the appointment of Becky Fletcher. Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad (14 February 2005)
Oil mist collectors clean up at Cooper
User Application Article Filtermist has recently supplied Cooper Roller Bearings with six further advanced oil mist removal units, bringing the total to 38 at thecompany's King's Lynn manufacturing plant.
News from Filtermist International (14 February 2005)
Clean environment seals success
User Application Article AES manufactures in an extremely clean and high-tech environment, and has selected the world's leading supplier of air filtration units for oil mist removal on its machines.
News from Filtermist International (14 February 2005)
Oil mist filters have global appeal
The FiltermistXcel2 range of oil mist filters boasts a series of innovative performance and cost saving features claimed to benefit machine tool workshops and new markets throughout the world.
News from Filtermist International (14 February 2005)
ESD-safe chains run quieter and smoother
Igus reckons its Electro Static Discharge (ESD) Energy Chains are now even more efficient. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (14 February 2005)
Cameras adopted for motion analysis
User Application Article Spica Technology Corp has adopted the Prosilica CV640 FireWire camera for use with Spica's DMAS6 3D motion analysis system and for 6 DOF real-time head tracking and situational awareness applications. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (14 February 2005)
Spares support clutches and brakes
Based on over 50 years experience in providing solutions to demanding power transmission challenges worldwide, Wichita has a range of replacement elements and spares for drum type clutches and brakes.
News from Wichita Company (14 February 2005)
Single actuator tension brake fills a niche
Wichita has released a single actuator version of its ModEvo tension brake.
News from Wichita Company (14 February 2005)
Steel demand goes flat
According to MEPS International Steel Review, in flat products both US end users and service centres continue to be overstocked as we move into 2005.
News from MEPS (International) (14 February 2005)
Carbon fibre tubes help keep MacArthur on course
CompoTech supplied the steering rods which linked the three rudders on Ellen MacArthur's impressive 75ft trimaran, B and Q/Castorama.
News from CompoTech (14 February 2005)
Online marketplace adds a new dimension
First Index, the online marketplace for buyers and suppliers of custom-manufactured components and assemblies, is using Subcon 2005 to add a new dimension to its sourcing community.
News from Qimtek (14 February 2005)
Fibre barrier helps Californians sleep safely
User Application Article Restonic Mattress Corp has selected flame-retardant Ultem polyetherimide resin to develop the bedding industry's first UL certified mattress that is compliant with California's Technical Bulletin 603.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (14 February 2005)
Upgrade for nuclear metering
Kenda Electronic Systems has been awarded a contract to upgrade the tariff metering at British Energy's two Scottish nuclear power stations in preparation for Betta.
News from Kenda Electronic Systems (14 February 2005)
Rotary stage boosts machining precision
The ASR1200 direct drive rotary stage is billed as taking the concept of a bolt-on solution for high-throughput precision machining of small diameter tubular components to new heights. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (14 February 2005)
Hydraulic drives off-road
A new drive comes in the ideal gear frame size for excavator slew drives in the 25 to 30t class. Brochure Available
News from Bonfiglioli UK Mobile Solutions (14 February 2005)
Seminar covers biocompostable polymers
Rapra Technology will be organising a special seminar meeting on biocompostable and biodegradable polymers at its Shawbury HQ on Thursday 3rd March 2005.
News from Smithers Rapra (14 February 2005)
In-house inspection boosts productivity
User Application Article Pierce Manufacturing has boosted its productivity by bringing inspection in-house with two portable co-ordinate measuring machines from Romer CimCore equipped with PowerInspect inspection software. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (14 February 2005)
Films and inks in show at PMD
At Plastics Design and Moulding 2005 Autotype International will be promoting its latest range of hard-coated formable films and texture lacquers for the film insert moulding process. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (14 February 2005)
Italian drives step in to control
New from Total Motion Systems are the Mind B and Mind T series stepper drives manufactured by RTA Italy.
News from Total Motion Systems (14 February 2005)
Oscilloscope and chart recorder come together
Yokogawa has introduced a new version of its DL750 ScopeCorder waveform measuring instrument, the DL750P, which offers enhanced recorder functionality by the use of a built-in A4 thermal printer.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (14 February 2005)
Acquisition system runs via USB or Ethernet
The new LabJack UE9 available from Audon Electronics is billed as a powerhouse of analogue and digital I/O.
News from Audon Electronics (14 February 2005)
Gigabit Ethernet comes to industrial environments
The new RJ Industrial Gigalink connector is a four-pair IP67-protected connector that allows Gigabit Ethernet with true Category 6 performance to be used in harsh industrial environments.
News from Harting (14 February 2005)
Linear motor claims higher force density
Anorad has added three new products to its already extensive range - a linear motor and two types of precision gantries - all with their own unique capabilities. Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad (14 February 2005)
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