News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 21 August
to Saturday 27 August 2005
Guide explains manual metal arc welding
Esab has published a new manual metal arc welding guide to the company's extensive range of MMA power sources and remote control units. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (26 August 2005)
Miniature analogue modules on show
Phoenix Contact will be showing its new range of Mini MCR analogue modules at the Irchem 2005 exhibition in Dublin, Ireland, on 22nd and 23rd September.
News from Phoenix Contact (26 August 2005)
Valve replaces mainstay of the offshore industry
A compact new solenoid valve marries the reliability and integrity of one of the industry's best known products with the low weight, low price and low running cost demands of today's global market.
News from Thompson Valves (26 August 2005)
Level limit switch takes to hazardous areas
The new Soliphant M level limit switch has been purpose-designed to offer outstanding performance with fine-grained or powdery solids, including hazardous areas. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (26 August 2005)
Vision system ensures clutch quality
User Application Article Industrial Vision Systems has developed a system for the Gertrag company which offers a complete automated image processing solution for teeth and clutch body inspection using NeuroCheck software.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (26 August 2005)
Digital image processing cuts automotive rejects
User Application Article The application of machine vision in automotive manufacturing has increased dramatically in the last few years.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (26 August 2005)
PC based vision system passes the benchmark
User Application Article Mikron chose Cognex's PC based PatMax technology for part recognition in the Polyfeed application after speed, robustness and precision benchmarking was done with several vision algorithms. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (26 August 2005)
Software trains electrical troubleshooting
Business Industrial Network (BIN) has released a new offering of "Electrical troubleshooting skills series" training software through a partnership with Simutech Multimedia.
News from Business Industrial Network (26 August 2005)
Safety system recognises high-visibility clothing
Digital Inspection Systems of Hampshire has launched an intelligent vision based safety system for hazardous areas.
News from Digital Inspection Systems (26 August 2005)
Humidity calibrator uses latest sensor technology
The Opti-Cal humidity calibrator incorporates not only the basic components and humidity generation principles, but also the latest in calibration and sensor technology. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (26 August 2005)
Automation solutions spread though Australia
ATS Applied Tech Systems is to expand its Australian business with a new office in the Sydney suburb of Gordon.
News from ATS International (26 August 2005)
Experience is key to component supply
Blue Diamond reckons it is not just a component supplier; its qualified engineers will use their skills and experience to advise customers on the design and specification of their components. Brochure Available
News from Blue Diamond Technologies (26 August 2005)
No screws needed for rail-mount relay sockets
New from Finder is a range of 35mm rail mounting sockets featuring screwless terminations.
News from Finder (26 August 2005)
Rugged connection for industrial Ethernet
The Han-Max is a robust Ethernet connector for use in harsh industrial environments.
News from Harting (26 August 2005)
New headquarters nears completion
Northern Precision's new headquarters in Doncaster is near to reality as its purpose-designed GBP 500,000 facility on the Westmoor Park industrial zone undergoes final fit-out.
News from Northern Precision (26 August 2005)
Radar transmitter passes Dutch level test
The Eclipse Model 705 two-wire loop-powered guided wave radar transmitter is probably the worlds' most popular replacement for displacer level transmitters in the oil and gas industries. Brochure Available
News from Magnetrol International (26 August 2005)
Thermography training comes to Ireland
Flir Systems has appointed Thermal Vision as its training provider in Ireland to support Butler Technologies' equipment sales. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (26 August 2005)
Courses cover safety system design
Pilz Automation Technology is now taking bookings for one-day training courses on the design of hard-wired electrical safety-related control systems for machinery.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (26 August 2005)
Service tool cuts the cost of safety programming
Pilz Automation Technology is launching a new version of the PNOZmulti software for service operations.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (26 August 2005)
Rail-mounted connectors and enclosures on show
Metway will be exhibiting many new products at the East Midlands Manufacturing Exhibition, including a brand new range of Elmex rail-mounted connectors and enclosures.
News from Metway Electrical Industries (26 August 2005)
IR cameras suit medical device manufacturing
At Medtec Ireland 2005 Flir Systems will show its latest-generation cameras ideally suited to the medical device manufacturing environment. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (26 August 2005)
Seminar success inspires e-forum
A recent engineering seminar was so successful that organisers are not only looking to arrange more for the future but also establish an e-forum sharing best practice.
News from Shrewsbury College (26 August 2005)
Flowmeter suits small line size processes
The Wafer-Cone flowmeter is designed for liquid or gas service in line sizes from 0.5 to 6in, which makes it ideal for either small process lines or many plant infrastructure tasks.
News from McCrometer (26 August 2005)
Stepper motors are cost-effective actuators
Available now from Motion Control Products is the 25BYZ range of 25mm diameter captive and noncaptive linear actuator stepper motors.
News from Motion Control Products (26 August 2005)
Custom ASIC helps inductive sensor go a long way
Thanks to ground breaking ASIC technology, Contrinex has introduced a new range of 4mm diameter and M5 miniature inductive sensors with a sensing distance of 2.5mm on steel.
News from Contrinex UK (26 August 2005)
Pressure transmitter handles all media
The Model 517 is an all media submersible pressure transmitter designed to provide accurate performance and readings from 30in to 1200ft of liquid.
News from Viatran Corp (26 August 2005)
Lotus takes CAD certification to Asia
The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE International) and Cadpo, announce Lotus Engineering as the newest certified automotive CAD delivery partner in Asia.
News from iKnowledge Solutions (26 August 2005)
HSE releases occupational health statistics
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is publishing new statistics on work-related ill health in Great Britain.
News from Health and Safety Executive (26 August 2005)
New amendment to BS 8300:2001 code of practice
A new amendment is now available for BS 8300:2001, Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people, Code of practice.
News from BSI British Standards (26 August 2005)
Leak detection system is low-cost option
Pack-Vac is a new low-cost leak detection system that will detect leaks in individual packages without the need for trace gases.
News from Witt Gas Techniques (25 August 2005)
Switch disconnectors enhance system safety
Moeller Electric has launched a range of modular switch disconnectors that feature enhanced safety characteristics, making them ideal for use as main switches and maintenance switches.
News from Moeller Electric (25 August 2005)
Efficiency is key in hydraulic control
User Application Article When Kelvin Engineering redesigned its PF range of pedestrian-controlled forklift trucks, it turned to Hydraulic Projects to develop a compact high-efficiency hydraulic lift system control system.
News from Hy-Pro (25 August 2005)
Epoxy-urethane compound bonds, seals and pots
Master Bond has developed a new two-component epoxy-urethane compound called EP30DP for bonding, sealing and potting applications.
News from Master Bond (25 August 2005)
Pipe fittings feature rugged construction
Now UK manufacturers have access to a leading range of high-quality and hygienic pipe fittings.
News from Bete (25 August 2005)
Stainless-steel float switches handle the heat
Crydom can now supply float switches for use in temperatures up to 200C.
News from Crydom International (25 August 2005)
Website explains process engineering services
Process Installations has recently launched a new website providing details online of the engineering services it provides to process and manufacturing companies.
News from Process Installations (25 August 2005)
Conduits keep liquids at bay
Kopex International now offers a full range of liquid tight electrical conduits and fittings for demanding environments. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (25 August 2005)
Modular light grid takes Profibus node onboard
Sick (UK) has launched a new version of its highly flexible MLG modular light grid.
News from Sick (UK) (25 August 2005)
Weld inspector takes an all-round view
The Inviz Site Weld Inspector can be used for inspection of tubes from 14 to 150mm and includes a rotating head which allows for uninterrupted weld seam inspection.
News from Orbimatic (25 August 2005)
Bubble trap requires no user interaction
The new smaller, redesigned inert bubble trap from Omnifit/Bio-Chem Valve attaches to laboratory tubing to provide an effective, time-saving and cost-efficient method for removing gas bubbles.
News from Bio-Chem Valve and Omnifit (25 August 2005)
Conference to transform industrial connectivity
The MatrikonOPC Conference will be held at the JW Marriott in Houston's Galleria area, from 16th to 18th October 2005. Brochure Available
News from MatrikonOPC (25 August 2005)
Piston-free cylinder is a smooth operator
The Series MQP air-operated thrust cylinder boasts outstanding low-friction yet precise force performance.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (25 August 2005)
Temperature sensors claim new price point
T-Gage temperature sensors are passive, noncontact devices that detect objects that are either hotter or colder than the ambient condition and then trigger an output.
News from Banner Engineering (25 August 2005)
Rodless cylinder cuts through the dust
User Application Article The abrasiveness of cardboard dust has lead a builder of packaging tray erector machines to adopt Hoerbiger-Origa actuators for all linear motion axes. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (25 August 2005)
Rugged logger helps improve wheel weld quality
User Application Article In December 2003 Sigmapi Systems was approached by GKN Wheels with an interesting challenge.
News from Sigmapi Systems (25 August 2005)
Data acquisition links go wireless
Series 500 Wireless Link sensor telemetry systems provide accurate real-time connectivity between sensors and instrumentation in applications where conventional wiring is difficult or impossible.
News from SRI PMD (25 August 2005)
Panel builder gains seal of approval
Burnell Control Systems has become the UK's first ABB approved panel builder.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (25 August 2005)
Acquisition brings motion simulation expertise
Autodesk has acquired Solid Dynamics, a French company whose kinematics/dynamics technology enables motion simulation and analysis.
News from Autodesk (25 August 2005)
Data acquisition gets personal
WebDock has updated its DataPort product to version 11.9.5 and released new personal and unlimited data tag versions.
News from WebDock (25 August 2005)
Servo couplings keep it smooth for print quality
User Application Article Die cutting stations and print stations in the LP 3000 new model high speed label printer from Mark Andy use the latest servo drive and coupling technology to ensure zero print errors. Brochure Available
News from Zero-Max (25 August 2005)
Camera features novel burst trigger
The CV-M8CL is a Bayer CFA colour machine vision camera that features a resolution of 2Mpixel for such applications as industrial inspection and intelligent traffic systems.
News from JAI (25 August 2005)
Leaders line up for international conference
Some of the world's most influential industry leaders, technology experts and entrepreneurs will be at the IEE International Conference on Commercialising Technology and Innovation. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (25 August 2005)
Frost and Sullivan honours Emerson
Emerson Process Management has been named the 2005 Process Control and Industrial Automation Company of the Year by Frost and Sullivan.
News from Emerson Process Management - Systems and Industry (25 August 2005)
Valve islands evolve for distributed control
In response to customer needs Norgren has added more flexibility to its VS18/VS26 valve islands.
News from Norgren (25 August 2005)
Elite launches safety consultancy services
Elite Control Systems, one of the UK's leading system integrators, is launching Elite Safety Consultancy as part of the company's consultancy division.
News from Elite Control Systems (25 August 2005)
Holistic approach aids tractor vibration control
Technical Background Article Vibration-control benchmarking has enabled Freudenberg Simrit to develop a system for quick and targeted modelling of damping, bearing and spring suspension components for tractors.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (24 August 2005)
Single source for service programmes
Rexroth supplies complete service for factory and industrial automation all from a single source.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Service (24 August 2005)
Rapid tooling on show in Birmingham
Bavarian based Protoform will be showing off its Space Puzzle Molding technology at the Time Compression Technologies Show (4th to 6th October 2005, UK NEC, Birmingham).
News from Protoform (24 August 2005)
Cards prove competency in trade
TTE Consulting has dealt its first batch of "Aces" as part of a UK-wide competency scheme.
News from TTE Technical Training Group (24 August 2005)
OEM manifold assemblies prototyped at pace
Parker Life Sciences offers OEMs rapid prototypes for complex or densely populated pneumatic assemblies at significant cost savings over traditional aluminium or acrylic machining methods. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Pneutronics Division (24 August 2005)
French reseller joins 3D publishing network
Lattice3D has appointed Paris-based Antea as its reseller for France. Brochure Available
News from Lattice Technology (24 August 2005)
E-book explains dynamic blocks in AutoCAD 2006
upFront.eZine Publishing has published the first in a series of "mini" e-books on AutoCAD 2006 software from Autodesk.
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (24 August 2005)
Traction control boosts machinery efficiency
Greater driving stability and tractive power combined with lower mechanical stress on system components are the most important benefits of the new ASR traction control.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics (24 August 2005)
Hydraulic system creates 2WD for bikes
User Application Article Rexroth hydraulic components are at the heart of a revolutionary two-wheel drive system featured on the world's first production motorcycle of its kind, the Yamaha WR450F 2-TRAC.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics (24 August 2005)
Online collaboration cuts out misunderstandings
User Application Article The Robbins Company, a designer and manufacturer of tunnelling and mining equipment, uses OneSpace.net to streamline product development.
News from CoCreate Software (24 August 2005)
3D publishing leverages installed reader base
Document3D now allows users to create interactive Adobe PDF files that include 3D objects, without the need for JavaScript programming or intermediate translations.
News from QuadriSpace (24 August 2005)
Widget helps locate locks securely
The DPR - or device for preventing rotation - is a novel "widget" that Emka reckons will help panel builders locate locks securely in nonmetal doors Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (24 August 2005)
Hydraulic cylinders can be made to any design
SAI (GB) has branched out from its traditional market to supply single- and double-acting hydraulic cylinders.
News from SAI (GB) (24 August 2005)
Hydraulic motor drops in to upgrade
A new modified version of the SAI GM2 200 hydraulic motor has similar mounting details to the industry standard Staffa B10 but offers improved speed, pressure and power ratings.
News from SAI (GB) (24 August 2005)
Radial piston hydraulic motor has compact outline
The SF Series radial piston hydraulic motor is ideally suited to small mobile equipment, general industrial machinery, plastics and marine markets.
News from SAI (GB) (24 August 2005)
Dual displacement motors boast wide speed range
A new range of dual displacement radial piston hydraulic motors offers low-speed controllability and performance, down to "creep" speed, coupled with high speed running capabilities up to 3500rev/min.
News from SAI (GB) (24 August 2005)
Hydraulic motor survives anti-tank mine
User Application Article SAI hydraulic motors can be supplied for use in potentially explosive areas (as covered by ATEX), but what happens when there are explosions actually occurring all around?
News from SAI (GB) (24 August 2005)
Broadband crystal creates practical IR sightglass
Hawk IR Sightglass can withstand the forces associated with an arc-flash and operates with all infra-red cameras without the need for high cost, proprietary lenses. Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (24 August 2005)
Disability is no bar to learning
A recent training course in South Africa provided an exceptional experience for instructor Rodney Jacobs.
News from IDC Technologies (23 August 2005)
Course set to enhance SolidWorks skills
SolidWorks Advanced Concepts is a new training course that provides a valuable resource for SolidWorks users to continue to enhance their SolidWorks skills.
News from SolidProfessor (23 August 2005)
Service promises employment for graduates
CD Adapco's new Career Catalyst Service aims to introduce professional industry opportunities to engineering students graduating from the academic community.
News from CD-adapco (23 August 2005)
Hydrodynamic sampler answers customer demands
Asepco designed its new hydrodynamic sampler based on customer feedback highlighting the need for better cleaning and draining systems. Brochure Available
News from Biopharma Process Systems (23 August 2005)
Bushes damp out radial and axial vibrations
Simrit ultra bushes can damp or isolate radial and axial acting vibrations, and absorb torsional loads and Cardanic deflection.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (23 August 2005)
Polyurethane seals handle rapid changes
The single-piece, double-action compact CoverSeal has been optimised in terms of tolerance and function to suit the installation space for which it is intended.
News from Freudenberg Simrit LP (23 August 2005)
Condensate drain is one in a million
Beko Technologies has marked the sale of its one-millionth Bekomat condensate drain with a special ceremony. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (23 August 2005)
Generator adds to leak detector applications
Beko has taken its already successful leak detector one step further, with the addition of a device which generates ultrasound. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (23 August 2005)
Valves protect compressed air supplies
A new range of minimum pressure valves protect the function and reliability of compressed air equipment. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (23 August 2005)
New name has a long history
FCX has changed its name to Truflo International following the recent sale of the group's European and Australasian distribution businesses to Transmark International.
News from Truflo International (23 August 2005)
Digital I/Os put embedded computer in control
The UC-7408 is an Intel Xscale RISC based, front-end embedded computer with a robust, fanless and low-power-consumption design.
News from Moxa Technologies (23 August 2005)
Industrial PC aims for HMI duties
The slim profile F1, designed primarily to meet the needs of the HMI market, is the first in a new range of PC platforms from Nematron.
News from Nematron Europe (23 August 2005)
Epoxy paste brings novel fire engine together
User Application Article The world's first ever fire engines constructed using composite materials are setting automotive engineering design alight with help from Araldite structural adhesives.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (23 August 2005)
Bulk solids handling research wins praise
The University of Greenwich School of Engineering's GBP 2.4 million research programme into bulk solids handling is an outstanding example in its field, according to the EPSRC.
News from University of Greenwich (23 August 2005)
Force sensor works on six axes
StrainSense has added a six-axis force sensor to its product portfolio.
News from StrainSense (23 August 2005)
Repair service covers many types of equipment
All repairs sent through Bosch Rexroth are performed using genuine Rexroth spare parts in repair facilities equipped to the very latest standards.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Service (23 August 2005)
Carbon fibre sleeves cut coupling weight
Roba-DS torsionally rigid shaft couplings are now available with carbon fibre sleeves for drive applications where weight, length and environmental conditions dictate.
News from Mayr Transmissions (23 August 2005)
Trim-clips tackle light fastening duties
A new range of trim-clips is ideal for attaching trim strips, garnish strips, trim panels, trim plates, access plates, speaker grilles or any light duty application that needs to be removable.
News from EFC International (23 August 2005)
Rugged little logger sends data by IR link
The Astech ARM is a self-contained unit which records transducer or sensor data and is small enough to install at the actual measurement location.
News from Astech Electronics (23 August 2005)
Shutdown systems upgrade fertiliser plant safety
Hima Paul Hildebrandt has supplied four emergency shutdown systems to one of the largest production plants for granular urea fertiliser in Asia. Brochure Available
News from Hima Paul Hildebrandt (23 August 2005)
Long life for bin level indicator
RotaryPoint is a low-cost rotary paddle bin level indicator whose heavy-duty motor gearing provides up to twice the life expectancy of other paddle indicators.
News from ASI Instruments (23 August 2005)
Gearboxes run cooler, quieter and longer
Paramax 9000 gearboxes are designed for demanding industrial power transmission applications, where reliability and long life are paramount.
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies (23 August 2005)
Thermal sensor module boasts more useable pixels
The new IR112 thermal sensor module offers users the ability to use 40% more pixels for 8-14um infra-red imaging applications.
News from Armstrong Optical (23 August 2005)
Magnetic filter cuts cartridge clogging
User Application Article Impact Tool Room Services recently installed a 5in Micromag filter onto an existing EDM machine to prefilter returning fluid prior to the existing cartridge filters.
News from Eclipse Magnetics (23 August 2005)
Induction heaters provide finer focus
Available now from Acal TC is Ceia's new power cube family of induction heating equipment for brazing, soldering and heat treatment applications.
News from Acal TC (23 August 2005)
Racks and spur gears are machined or ground
Abssac can now offer a complete range of precision machined or precision ground racks and spur gears. Brochure Available
News from Abssac (23 August 2005)
Software complies with ISAS88 batch standard
Dataworks has released the BatchWorX software suite from Iconics to the Irish batch process industry.
News from Dataworks (23 August 2005)
German RP technique set for UK exposure
Although Space Puzzle Molding has been very successful in Germany it is relatively unknown in the UK and can realistically be regarded as "new" to the rapid prototyping market.
News from Protoform (23 August 2005)
Tough stepper drive fits into NEMA 17 motor
Parker Life Sciences has added a NEMA 17 size to its Integral E Series integrated drive and stepper motor product line. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Pneutronics Division (23 August 2005)
British design set for international acclaim
The Dynatork motor defies the notion that air motors have to be fast, loud and inefficient. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork (23 August 2005)
Report discusses use of BS EN 61508 in boilers
The HSE has published a report, The application of BS EN 61508 to industrial boiler installations: Report 2, Development of a strategy for the allocation of risk to individual boiler safety functions.
News from Health and Safety Executive (23 August 2005)
Dual bargraph display offers speedy comparisons
Amalgamated Instrument Co reckons its new panel mount monitor fills a long-vacant niche in process control instrumentation.
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co (22 August 2005)
Plant upgrade wins design award
User Application Article Projen, a leading project management company, has won a 2005 BE Award for its glass condenser replacement project for GlaxoSmithKline in the UK.
News from Bentley Systems (UK) (22 August 2005)
Website goes Dutch
Metrology and spectroscopy specialist Renishaw has launched a new Dutch language website to support the growth of its customer base in the Netherlands. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (22 August 2005)
Joint venture to produce filter systems in India
The Bosch Group and Mann+Hummel Filter have signed an agreement to establish an equal joint venture for the development and production of filter systems in India.
News from Bosch Automotive OE Division (22 August 2005)
Corporate brochure set for show launch
Resolve Optics will launch its new corporate capabilities brochure at the forthcoming Photonex 2005 exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics (22 August 2005)
Phillips to transfer knowledge to members
Honours graduate Scott Phillips from Brunel University, has joined GTMA for a two-year appointment as an Engineering Technologist on a DTI supported Knowledge Transfer Programme.
News from GTMA (22 August 2005)
Effective sealing solutions on display
John Crane reckons it is perfectly placed to help today's industry achieve its aim of improved reliability coupled with lower costs and reduced emissions.
News from Crane (22 August 2005)
FEA software solves stressful mining problem
User Application Article When investigating a failure in the rear-axle housing of a mining truck, Marco Mining Services used Algor FEA to locate the source of the problem and recommend design enhancements.
News from Algor (22 August 2005)
Digital comparator makes measurement easy
A new digital comparator just introduced by Mahr Federal offers a suite of sophisticated measurement features normally found on larger, more costly bench amplifiers.
News from Mahr Federal (22 August 2005)
Inspection range in the showcase
Moritex has chosen the forthcoming Inspex 2005 exhibition at the UK NEC to showcase its latest products.
News from Moritex Europe (22 August 2005)
Russian engine maker signs for jet test setup
LMS and NPO Saturn have signed a contract for a 250-channel jet engine testing solution. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (22 August 2005)
Software speeds petrochemical analysis
Petroil Quant is a novel precalibration program designed to help analysts in the petrochemical and petroleum industries meet various analytical requirements.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (22 August 2005)
Trackball tackles industrial-grade tasks
A novel 25mm industrial grade trackball combines super-compact dimensions with excellent sealing and resistance to vandalism.
News from NSI (22 August 2005)
Custom drive design is at the cutting edge
User Application Article Regatron from Switzerland has been creating highly specialised drive and control solutions for more then 30 years.
News from Regatron (22 August 2005)
Tungsten grinder helps boost weld quality
The Piranha III tungsten grinder allows operators to longitudinally grind, cut and flat tungsten on high quality diamond wheels.
News from Diamond Ground Products (22 August 2005)
Air filter actively repels oil and water
Domnick hunter Oil-X Evolution coalescing filters have been performance tested in accordance with ISO8573.2 and ISO8573.4 test methods.
News from Parker Domnick Hunter (22 August 2005)
Sensors spot tyre defects early in production
User Application Article Continental uses industrial vision sensors at its plant in Sarreguemines, France, for checking the quality of its tyre manufacture. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (22 August 2005)
Software vendors review design processes
Autodesk channel partners can now provide a complete design process review from the point where a product inquiry comes into the business though to manufacture and beyond.
News from Autodesk (22 August 2005)
Record six months for Delcam
Leading UK CADCAM software developer Delcam has achieved its best ever first half sales and profits. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (22 August 2005)
Redesigned line doubles Indian car production
User Application Article Engineering consultant Aepro has used Delmia products to help achieve the goal of doubling the production of Tata Motors' Indica.
News from Dassault Systemes (22 August 2005)
CAD software helps designer reinvent
User Application Article Italian designer Gianfranco Zulian claims that Delcam's PowerShape CAD software has kept him young by providing the ideal outlet for his creativity. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (22 August 2005)
Good practice in reducing noise
New noise regulations will be implemented in 2006 with reduced action levels, and the focus will be very much on reducing noise at source. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (22 August 2005)
Guide explains the value of PLM
"Product lifecycle management: an essential guide to PLM - what it means and how to get it right" is available from the Incat website.
News from Incat (22 August 2005)
New UK legislation adds appeal to training
The Institute of Acoustics has seen an increased demand for its high-level competence-based training courses. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (22 August 2005)
Report highlights mindshare in PLM market
MatrixOne has been named as a mindshare leader in the annual "PLM market analysis report" issued last week by consulting and research firm CIMdata.
News from MatrixOne (22 August 2005)
Interface sends encoder signals a kilometre
Micronor's MR310 ZapFree remote encoder interface module allows the all-optical, totally passive MR312/MR314 ZapFree fibre optic rotary encoders to remotely operate up to 1km away. Brochure Available
News from Micronor (22 August 2005)
Safety relays meet automotive EMC requirements
To meet the needs of specialist manufacturers that retrofit electrical equipment to vehicles, Pilz has introduced type-approved (or e-marked) safety relays.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (22 August 2005)
Conference covers annoyance of noise
"What noise annoys?", the Institute of Acoustics' prestigious Autumn Conference for 2005, will be held at the Oxford Hotel, Wolvercote on 18th and 19th October. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (22 August 2005)
Website wizard speeds O-ring specification
High performance seals specialist Precision Polymer Engineering (PPE) has upgraded its website, making it even easier for engineers to select the most appropriate seal.
News from Precision Polymer Engineering (22 August 2005)
UK steel giant helps with tester specification
Indentec has developed a stand alone automatic Jominy hardness testing system with Corus Steel in the UK.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (22 August 2005)
Sampling system standard is updated
BSI Business Information has just published BS6000 Parts 1, 2 and 3 that provide guidance on selecting procedures and systems on acceptance sampling.
News from BSI British Standards (22 August 2005)
Module makes light of absolute encoder design
Agilent Technologies has introduced the industry's first 125C multiturn absolute encoder that includes a built-in module integrator chip. Brochure Available
News from Avago Technologies (22 August 2005)
Page takes charge
Mecmesin, Europe's largest designer and manufacturer of force gauges, has appointed John Page as Managing Director. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (22 August 2005)
Couplings transmit more torque
The new generation Fenner Taper-Grip is engineered to transmit 300% more torque than traditional alternatives and still allow for simple fitting and removal in virtually any condition. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (22 August 2005)
Clutches and brakes are drop-in replacements
ZF Industrial has expanded its existing range of industrial clutch and brake products further to include "drop in" replacements for a long list of other designs not previously available from ZF. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (22 August 2005)
Partners promote economical PLC solutions
A strategic partnership has been formed to jointly promote the benefits of using Vipa's economical PLC solutions in a wide range of industrial automation projects.
News from TR Control Solutions (22 August 2005)
Motion solutions for the professional
LG Motion is a new motion control and automation systems company, aiming to provide innovative and cost effective solutions for demanding applications in science and industry.
News from LG Motion (22 August 2005)
Belts and pulleys handle ups and downs in Airbus
User Application Article The new Airbus A380 features an trolley lift system developed using self-tracking Brecoflex ATK 10 K6 timing belts and pulleys from Mulco.
News from Transmission Developments (22 August 2005)
Laser produces edible marking
DataLase Edible technology can be used to safely image information onto the coated surface of hard and soft skinned fruit, vegetables and other edible products.
News from DataLase (22 August 2005)
Choosing the best pump for handling corrosives
Technical Background Article Pumps are a crucial "component" in most process systems and as a consequence of these tougher demands, pump design and operation is increasingly a focus for development and innovation.
News from JP Pumps (22 August 2005)
Junior engineers to converge on Greenwich
Young Engineers has announced the finalists for the 2005 Young Engineers for Britain and YEDA (Young Electronic Designer Awards) competitions.
News from Young Engineers (22 August 2005)
Kane Magnetics merges with ECS
Energy Conversion Systems and Kane Magnetics have merged, forming a new global organisation.
News from Energy Conversion Systems (22 August 2005)
Pipe cutting tool saves labour
Users of the labour-saving Pipeslice pipe cutting tool from Kopex can now obtain sets of spare blades in handy, easily stored cases. Brochure Available
News from Pipe-Prep (22 August 2005)
New HSE Science and Research Outlook articles
A number of articles have recently been added to the HSE Science and Research Outlook website.
News from Health and Safety Executive (22 August 2005)
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