News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 September
to Saturday 10 September 2005
More options for laser power detectors
Available now from Lambda Photometrics are the latest additions to the Ultra Series range of laser power detectors from Gentec Electro Optics. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics ( 9 September 2005)
Scale upgrade solves label inventory problem
User Application Article The label store at Robert McBride's Bradford site struggled to determine the number of labels left on part used reels until it upgraded to the Viper scale range. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo ( 9 September 2005)
Active cancellation provides ultimate isolation
The TMC Stacis has become the industry standard for isolating the most vibration-sensitive instruments in noisy environments.
News from Linos Photonics ( 9 September 2005)
Planetary gearboxes drop in to upgrade efficiency
User Application Article Thames Water has replaced old Varatio Strateline gearboxes with new Brevini multistage planetary gearboxes on a series of half-bridge scrapers at Maidenhead Sewage Treatment Works.
News from Brevini ( 9 September 2005)
Seals and gaskets are designed and made to order
A new service offers custom design and production of special purpose rubber seals and gaskets.
News from Ceetak ( 9 September 2005)
Microfibre filter keeps steam clean
A new steam filter, specially developed for use in hospital steam sterilisers, reduces operating costs and eliminates instrument staining, spotting and rusting caused by wet or contaminated steam. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division ( 9 September 2005)
Acquisition strengthens Asia-Pacific presence
ICS Triplex has acquired Singapore-based Semitech as part of the company's continued growth.
News from ICS Triplex ( 9 September 2005)
Positive results turn back the clock
The Generics Group has reported positive results for the first half of 2005, with Scientific Generics growing at a level not seen in the business since the early 1990s.
News from Sagentia ( 9 September 2005)
Water purification equipment comes to Scotland
A new office at the Scottish Enterprise Technology Park in East Kilbride will provide Elga with an ability to more closely meet the needs of its local customers.
News from Elga Process Water ( 9 September 2005)
Guarding system creates a safety zone
Boldman has developed a cost-effective, reconfigurable, modular guarding and enclosure system for machine tools, robotic cells and personnel protection.
News from Boldman ( 9 September 2005)
Cleaning system uses trike safely
User Application Article Layton Technologies has developed an environmentally compliant and operator safe solvent cleaning system which uses trichloroethylene.
News from Layton Technologies ( 9 September 2005)
Automation platform claims a breakthrough
Aerotech's A3200 automation platform represents a breakthrough in machine control technology that encompasses both a seamless and a scalable automation system. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 9 September 2005)
Safety switch is more forceful
As part of a continual development programme, Euchner has introduced an upgrade for the STM safety switch for guard locking to accommodate higher operating forces of up to 2000N.
News from Euchner (UK) ( 9 September 2005)
Pumps promise top reliability
TopGear pumps are suitable for a wide range of applications including petrochemicals, chemicals, paint and ink, resins and adhesives, pulp and paper and also food processing.
News from JP Pumps ( 9 September 2005)
Software simplifies Ethernet network management
Pantek has been awarded the sole UK distributorship for Massachusetts based Network Vision's IntraVUE Ethernet network management tool.
News from SolutionsPT ( 9 September 2005)
Service translates ideas into volume production
Blue Diamond can offer a complete design, engineering and manufacturing service to translate ideas and concepts into volume production products. Brochure Available
News from Blue Diamond Technologies ( 9 September 2005)
MCCB is ideal for switchgear applications
The launch of a cost-effective new version of its popular 140U circuit breaker gives Rockwell Automation customers access to high quality, yet competitively priced CE-rated MCCBs.
News from Rockwell Automation ( 9 September 2005)
Software combines for concurrent engineering
The combination of FiberSIM software and Ansys solver technology promises improved composite design, manufacturing and performance simulation.
News from Vistagy ( 9 September 2005)
Contract smoothes US Government procurement
A new contract will allow eQuorum to better serve the US Government community by offering competitive pricing and simplifying purchasing processing by eligible local, state and federal agencies.
News from eQuorum ( 9 September 2005)
Reliability-oriented maintenance pays dividends
Vibnode is billed as the ideal entry-level solution for online machinery monitoring.
News from Prueftechnik Condition Monitoring ( 9 September 2005)
Safety at Work system explained
A free 75 page handbook provides designers with detailed information about the features, handling and possible applications of the AS-interface Safety at Work system. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation ( 9 September 2005)
Pavillion hatches global engineering alliance
Pavilion Technologies has formed a worldwide strategic alliance with Hatch, a pre-eminent global engineering firm with special expertise in mining, metallurgy and energy.
News from Pavilion Technologies ( 9 September 2005)
Two torch system has flexible appeal
User Application Article Eddison and Wanless, a fabricating engineering company specialising in products for the electrical supply industry, is a long standing user of plasma cutting machines supplied by Esab Automation. Brochure Available
News from ESAB ( 9 September 2005)
Light grid detects objects as small as 4mm
Detecting and measuring objects - even over large areas - has now become a simple task with the new BLG 1 photoelectric light grid.
News from Balluff UK ( 9 September 2005)
Onshore wind farm nears completion
ABB power transformers and associated high voltage switchgear and control equipment will play a key role in connecting the Hadyard Hill Windfarm to Scotland's main power transmission grid.
News from ABB Power Technologies ( 9 September 2005)
Production analysers start shipping
Aspectrics has begun shipping initial orders of its EP-IR production units to several OEM instrument vendors and one of the top five global chemical companies. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics ( 9 September 2005)
Industrial vision course set for Southampton
Digital Inspection Systems is hosting the next "getting started" industrial vision course in Southampton during October.
News from Digital Inspection Systems ( 9 September 2005)
Needle valves isolate and vent system media
GU series needle valves are designed for use in general utility service applications.
News from Swagelok ( 9 September 2005)
Digital camera promises good value machine vision
The TM-6760 series Accupixel digital machine vision camera promises exceptionally good value in a VGA-resolution CCD camera.
News from JAI ( 9 September 2005)
Coriolis meters improve LNG measurement
Micro Motion Coriolis meters can be used as cryogenic mass flowmeters to improve the precision of liquefied natural gas (LNG) measurement.
News from Emerson Process Management - Flow Division ( 9 September 2005)
DC gear motor is made for batter power
The latest DC gear motor from Midwest Motion Products is a compact unit that will run from any 36V source - including batteries.
News from Midwest Motion Products ( 9 September 2005)
Process instrumentation moves to the platform
Vigilantplatform is billed as an innovative integrated approach for the control and automation of offshore oil and gas platforms.
News from Yokogawa UK ( 9 September 2005)
Controls ordered for flue desulphurisation system
Emerson Process Management has been awarded a $1.8 million contract to install controls for a new flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) system at Unit 3 of Cinergy Corp's Gibson Generating Station.
News from Emerson Process Management - Power + Water ( 9 September 2005)
Light screen is cost effective for lower risks
The EZ-Screen Type 2 light screen system is designed for lower risk Type 2 applications (per IEC61496-1/-2, Category 2 per EN954-1).
News from Banner Engineering ( 9 September 2005)
Pressure transmitter is made for processing
The xact pressure transmitter has been designed for use in the process, food and dairy, pharmaceutical and petrochemical industries.
News from Impress Sensors and Systems ( 9 September 2005)
Connector carrier is snappy about installation
A new connector carrier element snaps directly onto a DIN rail to speed the installation of rectangular industrial connectors into control boxes and switch cabinets.
News from Harting ( 9 September 2005)
Seminar: Managing Occupational Health and Safety
'Managing Occupational Health and Safety' is a one-day seminar being hosted jointly by BOHS and IOSH on 2 November 2005 at Manchester City Football Club.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society ( 9 September 2005)
Offshore sector needs to do more - HSE
The HSE is urging the offshore oil and gas industry to increase its efforts to meet the 2010 target of safest sector in the world, as set by the industry's own Step Change in Safety initiative.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 9 September 2005)
Ricardo gets to grips with CAD data
User Application Article Datranet has successfully completed a project for Ricardo, a leading independent technology provider and strategic consultant to the world's automotive industries.
News from Trubiquity ( 9 September 2005)
The Mancunian thirst for technical knowledge
This year IDC Technologies has found that companies in the Manchester area continue to demand technical training, summer holidays or not.
News from IDC Technologies ( 8 September 2005)
Laser-sintering moves to e-manufacturing
User Application Article More and more application cases show that laser-sintering is not only suited for building prototypes or tooling, but that the technology is also being embraced as manufacturing technology.
News from EOS Electro Optical Systems (UK) ( 8 September 2005)
CFD software stands the test of F1
WilliamsF1 has signed a new deal to use world-leading CFD software and services from Fluent Europe after Fluent won a series of rigorous benchmarking tests.
News from Fluent ( 8 September 2005)
Improved control is recipe for savings
Harford can now read brix measurements in real time, which in turn automatically adjusts target weights in the weight control system to further trim wastage.
News from Harford Control ( 8 September 2005)
Mobile welding show is off to Ireland
The Esab Demobus will visit a number of locations in Ireland during October 2005, including Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway. Brochure Available
News from ESAB ( 8 September 2005)
Communications is the key to ingredient control
User Application Article Surepharm wanted to weigh its ingredients within two stainless steel laminar airflow booths but was facing problems monitoring stock and ingredient levels. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo ( 8 September 2005)
Smart camera simplifies machine vision
The XCI-SX1 has been introduced to meet the increasing demands in smart cameras which are currently seeing the highest growth rates within the machine vision market.
News from Sony Europe - Image Sensing Solutions ( 8 September 2005)
New standard covers organic chemical compounds
A new addition to the EN71 series of European Standards addresses hazards posed by certain organic chemical compounds found in toys.
News from Specialised Technology Resources ( 8 September 2005)
Virtual engineering conference set to draw 400
ESI Group has announced the keynote speakers for its EuroPAM 2005 Virtual Engineering European Conference and Exhibition, from 5th to 7th October in Potsdam, Germany.
News from ESI Group ( 8 September 2005)
Transduce newsletter focuses on load cells
The Summer 2005 issue of Transducer Action - the regular newsletter from RDP Electronics - is now available direct from RDP. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics ( 8 September 2005)
Motor and drive selection made easy
Motor and drive selection is made easy with the latest version of Baldor's interactive CD-ROM product catalogue. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK ( 8 September 2005)
USB-based tool cuts acquisition costs
The PTI-4(USB) is an USB based data acquisition product for thermocouple temperature measurement.
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe ( 8 September 2005)
CAD models add an extra dimension to online sales
User Application Article Universal Air Filter is using the SolidWorks 3D PartStream.NET service to create an interactive online storefront to increase sales of its electronics air filters.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 8 September 2005)
Awards to mark IK Brunel's bicentenary in 2006
Brunel University is calling for entries for its Innovation and Engineering Awards to mark the bicentenary of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's birth and the 40th anniversary of the university.
News from Brunel University ( 8 September 2005)
Stainless steel interlocks promise long life
Made entirely from 316 stainless steel, the Kirk 316 Series of trapped key interlocks is ideal for applications that require resistance to high temperature and/or corrosion.
News from Kirk Key Interlock Company ( 8 September 2005)
Perkins takes charge
CompAir has expanded its capabilities with the appointment of Mike Perkins as Manager of its Portable and Tool Division.
News from CompAir UK ( 8 September 2005)
Infra-red lenses support MWIR imagers
Janos Technology a premier manufacturer of precision infra-red optics and optical assemblies, now offers the unique ASIO microscopic objectives lens.
News from Janos Technology ( 8 September 2005)
BP Exploration signs for control and safety
Yokogawa has been awarded a contract by BP Exploration for the design, engineering, supply and installation of a new integrated control and safety system for the Bruce platform in the North Sea.
News from Yokogawa UK ( 8 September 2005)
Safety consultancy services cover all standards
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 ( 8 September 2005)
Gear hardness inspection goes inline
Zetec automated gear hardness inspection systems allow manufacturers to test automotive gears without production line slowdown to help reduce both manufacturing and warranty costs.
News from Uson ( 8 September 2005)
Fibre links provide safe communications
Fibre-optic links and SEL fibre-optic transceivers eliminate the safety hazards of ground-potential rise and of copper communications cabling in electrical substations.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories ( 8 September 2005)
Filtration modules promise rapid payback
Orelis is launching a new individual filtration module, named Pleiade MP4, for the ultrafiltration of electrophoretic paint.
News from Orelis Novasep Process ( 8 September 2005)
Vibroacoustic simulation covers the full spectrum
PAM-VA One is billed as the world's first fully integrated environment for simulating the response of vibroacoustic systems across the entire frequency spectrum.
News from ESI Group ( 8 September 2005)
Design software makes defence show debut
CIM-Team will be exhibiting for the first time at DSEi at the ExCel Exhibition Centre in London from 13th to 16th September 2005.
News from CIM-Team UK ( 8 September 2005)
Integration promotes concurrent engineering
Integration makes it possible for analysts to access CAD master model of composite part in to-be-manufactured state any time during the design process and verify the part meets design specifications.
News from Ansys ( 8 September 2005)
Profibus gateway incorporates HART multiplexer
Pepperl+Fuchs is introducing the KSD2-GW2-PRO - a new Profibus Gateway for Remote Process Interface (RPI).
News from Pepperl+Fuchs USA ( 8 September 2005)
Lightning monitoring system raises the alarm
Strike Guard continuously monitors a radius of up to 30km from its location, looking for cloud-to-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning, and provides lightning contact signalling at user-set thresholds.
News from Hydroscape ( 8 September 2005)
Electrical test software runs on PDAs
Megger's PowerSuite range of software for electrical testing applications has been expanded to include a new PDA package. Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 7 September 2005)
Interlocking system controls personnel access
A novel electromagnetic interlocking system controls personnel access through the gates and doors set within the perimeter safety fencing or screens surrounding potentially hazardous machinery. Brochure Available
News from Smartscan ( 7 September 2005)
Metal finishing work is accredited by Nadcap
Following determined initiatives, designed to significantly enhance its position as a leading metal finishing specialist, Weymouth based Tecan has received Nadcap accreditation.
News from Tecan ( 7 September 2005)
Cable glands extend to ATEX applications
A range of explosion-proof and industrial cable glands is designed to provide sealing capabilities where cable passes through bulkheads or enters electrical equipment and junction boxes.
News from Amphenol Industrial Operations ( 7 September 2005)
Pump maker signs exclusive drive deal
Pump maker Armstrong Holden Brooke Pullen has signed an agreement with Danfoss for the exclusive worldwide supply of drives with sensorless control software for circulating pumps.
News from Danfoss Motion Controls ( 7 September 2005)
Regulators cut it in heavy duty applications
For demanding heavy duty and pipeline gasflow applications, the Saffire regulator range incorporates 230bar safety and now has improved design features that can meet service demands. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 7 September 2005)
Actuator aims for speed and accuracy
The PRA PowerRod actuator was developed for the use in industrial automation systems where different positions must be approached speedily and accurately.
News from Micromech ( 7 September 2005)
Impartial advice on surface coating problems
Hi-Tec Spray reckons it is the company to turn to for impartial help and advice at the Surface World 2005 exhibition.
News from Hi-Tec Spray ( 7 September 2005)
Processing technology finds first US fan
Pursuit Dynamics has issued its first US licence in the food and beverage industry.
News from Pursuit Dynamics ( 7 September 2005)
Linear actuators beef up the force
Copley Controls has tripled the force rating of its direct drive ServoTube moving rod linear actuators.
News from Copley Controls Corp ( 7 September 2005)
Power analyser measures inverter functions
A new power analyser can handle a range of tasks, right up to determining the pertinent power parameters of a frequency inverter driven system.
News from Tinsley ( 7 September 2005)
Automation systems to boost crude oil processing
Invensys Process Systems has been chosen by Sinopec Guangzhou Company to provide new I/A Series automation systems from Foxboro, along with a broad range of professional services.
News from Invensys Foxboro ( 7 September 2005)
Server upgrades communications capabilities
Wonderware has released a new version of its ABCIP DA Server that provides full communication with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers and control devices.
News from SolutionsPT ( 7 September 2005)
Thermal engineering guru joins Brunel
Brunel University has appointed Professor Tassos Karayiannis as Professor of Thermal Engineering and Deputy Head of the School of Engineering and Design.
News from Brunel University ( 7 September 2005)
Goodrich to acquire Sensors Unlimited
Goodrich Corp has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sensors Unlimited.
News from Goodrich Optical and Space Systems ( 7 September 2005)
Academy validates first college
Warwickshire College has become the first ever recipient of the Academy Validated mark.
News from Automotive Academy ( 7 September 2005)
Drop-in opportunity for Work at Height advice
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has joined forces with Dulux Decorator Centres to promote safe working at height practices.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 7 September 2005)
New BS EN ISO 22000 food standard and guidance
BSI is publishing a new standard, BS EN ISO 22000:2005 'Food safety management systems, Requirements for any organization in the food chain', and guidance for organisations involved in the food chain.
News from BSI British Standards ( 7 September 2005)
Safety products, workshops and advice at show
Safety tours, WorkCover workshops and demonstrations will help visitors find what they need from among the thousands of offerings available from more than 350 suppliers at The Safety Show.
News from Australian Exhibitions and Conferences ( 7 September 2005)
Panel meters come with free acquisition software
Sensing and Instrumentation specialists Vydas International Marketing has released free data acquisition software to complement its Kosmos range of digital panel meters. Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing ( 6 September 2005)
Feeder puts plastic spoons in order
Elscint Automation has developed a novel vibratory bowl feeder for feeding plastic spoons.
News from Elscint Automation ( 6 September 2005)
New name in the automotive industry
International Exports is a new company specialising in the the global sourcing and supplying of engineering technology and components for automotive manufacture.
News from International Exports ( 6 September 2005)
Finnish displays come to UK rail industry
Transmitton has boosted its portfolio of real time passenger information systems by becoming UK distributor for rail industry displays for Finnish company Mitron.
News from Transmitton ( 6 September 2005)
New HQ brings group together
The US Wittenstein Group has relocated to a new 2500m2 headquarters facility in Bartlett, Illinois, triple the size of the company's previous separate facilities.
News from Alpha Gear Drives ( 6 September 2005)
Software is a breath of fresh air for bd
bd Systems has made a major purchase from Noran Engineering to support its engineering collaboration with Rocketplane.
News from Noran Engineering ( 6 September 2005)
Language enhancements promise a revolution
Implementation of recently completed enhancements to the Electronic Device Description Language by system and device suppliers is expected to revolutionise the process automation industry.
News from Hart Communication Foundation ( 6 September 2005)
UK federation meets in Ireland
When members of the UK Weighing Federation met in Dublin for their recent annual general meeting the occasion was certainly the right mixture of business and pleasure.
News from UK Weighing Federation ( 6 September 2005)
Muting system keeps forklifts running safely
Smartscan now offers an effective solution for automatic muting of a safety light curtain at forklift truck load and unload areas. Brochure Available
News from Smartscan ( 6 September 2005)
Thin client beefs up for industrial duties
The Neoware e900 is a thin client designed to support industrial applications in the harshest working conditions with superior security, manageability and reliability.
News from Neoware Systems ( 6 September 2005)
Web seminar applies CFD to ocean engineering
An hour-long webinar will focus on "Solving ocean engineering problems using computational fluid dynamics".
News from Fluent ( 6 September 2005)
Quick-response manufacturing pays dividends
As a result of business strategy changes, Trans-Coil has reduced product lead times by 90%.
News from TCI ( 6 September 2005)
Drive output filters protect motors and cables
V1000 motor protecting output filters have been designed to limit peak voltage and increase voltage rise time.
News from TCI ( 6 September 2005)
Harmonic filter improves true power factor
The HG7 drive-applied harmonic filter not only limits current distortion to less than 7% TDD, it also improves true power factor.
News from TCI ( 6 September 2005)
Drive reactors mount the DIN rail
A new range of DIN rail drive reactors promises to reduce installation time and costs.
News from TCI ( 6 September 2005)
Food-grade lubricants meet NSF standards
German specialty lubricants manufacturer OKS has released a new range of food-grade oils, greases, pastes, dry lubricants and corrosion protection and maintenance products.
News from OKS Spezialschmierstoffe ( 6 September 2005)
Polyurethane timing belts have wider appeal
Polyurethane timing belts are now available in widths up to 800mm - the widest commercially available timing belt in the UK.
News from Transmission Developments ( 6 September 2005)
Serial device server shrinks to connector size
A new module that allows users to quickly connect serial devices to Ethernet networks is only slightly larger than a standard RJ45 connector.
News from Focus EDL ( 6 September 2005)
Rotary joints promise kink-free lines
Holmbury has added a comprehensive range of rotary joints to its range of quick-release couplings for hydraulic and pneumatic lines.
News from Holmbury ( 6 September 2005)
Investment expands prototyping capabilities
To compliment its growing design team and the wide scope of projects, Design Reality has invested heavily in its model making workshop.
News from Design Reality ( 6 September 2005)
Health and safety regulations go unheeded
Most of British industry has failed to take adequate steps to prepare for health and safety regulations relating to use of vibrating machinery or equipment.
News from Reactec ( 6 September 2005)
Eurotron comes to the UK
Eurotron Instruments (UK) has been formed to market, promote and support an extensive range of high quality instrumentation manufactured by Italian based Eurotron Instruments.
News from Eurotron Instruments (UK) ( 6 September 2005)
Waterproof panel PC makes a big display
New from Wordsworth Technology, the 19in large PPC-3370 panel PC features a waterproof and dustproof front panel and USB port.
News from Wordsworth Technology ( 6 September 2005)
Leak detection system goes inline
Leak-Master Inline is a new automated inline micro leak detection system that can be retrofitted onto food and pharmaceutical packaging lines to find CO2 leaks in flexible and rigid packaging.
News from Witt Gas Techniques ( 6 September 2005)
Software adds more functions to HMI
The G3 series HMI now offers a richer trend viewer.
News from Red Lion Controls ( 6 September 2005)
Joint venture company covers Indian subcontinent
Land Instruments International has realigned its business alliance with Eurotherm DEL India with the formation of a joint venture company. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International ( 6 September 2005)
Terminal is ideal for industrial environments
The IND690 terminal is ideal for any industrial environments due to its stainless steel construction and IP69K protection. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo ( 6 September 2005)
University expertise aids alloy application
User Application Article Experts at the University of Birmingham are helping a Midlands bicycle frame manufacturer to develop the next generation of competitive performance bikes.
News from Vin Technology Services ( 6 September 2005)
Instruments are a suitable case for protection
Megger has become the first test equipment manufacturer to supply products, as standard, in robust moulded plastic cases instead of ordinary throw-away boxes. Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 6 September 2005)
Modular range has all positions covered
SKF Engineering Products has highlighted the breadth of its range of compact linear handling modules for use in all sorts of positioning applications. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 6 September 2005)
Conveyor sheds light on inspection procedures
Conveyor Technologies' new AccuVision internal backlit conveyor lights the way to more efficient and accurate visual inspection procedures for a wide range of industries.
News from Conveyor Technologies ( 6 September 2005)
Ballscrews go both ways
Having provided an initial custom solution for a confectionery machine application, Abssac can now supply a range of bidirectional ballscrews. Brochure Available
News from Abssac ( 6 September 2005)
Switchgear module receives ENA certification
ABB's innovative PASS MO self-contained switchgear module for outdoor distribution substations up to 145kV has received ENA certification.
News from ABB Power Technologies ( 6 September 2005)
Digital thermometer brings precision to hand
A new handheld digital thermometer provides ultra-high-precision readings to an accuracy of +/-0.025C or better and has two inputs enabling both direct and differential temperature measurement.
News from Automatic Systems Laboratories ( 6 September 2005)
Workshop explains power system protection
A two-day workshop, "Practical power system protection for engineers and technicians", will be held in Cardiff, Liverpool and Leeds during October 2005.
News from IDC Technologies ( 6 September 2005)
Battery-backed sirens enhance safety
Phoenix Electronics has added the recently released Hitpoint Neodymium sirens to its already extensive offering of audible products.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution ( 6 September 2005)
HSE and Step Change in Safety to share stand
Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, Parliamentary Under Secretary responsible for health and safety, is launching the joint HSE/Step Change in Safety stand at the Offshore Europe Exhibition and Conference.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 6 September 2005)
Bus-ready SAFEasy light curtains are EN954-1 Cat 4
SafetyBUS p Club International is announcing that the new SAFEasy light curtains with direct SafetyBUS p interface are TUV approved for Category 4 applications according to EN 954-1.
News from Safety Network International eV ( 6 September 2005)
Danaher Motion joins SafetyBUS p Club
In July 2005, Danaher Motion joined the SafetyBUS p Club International.
News from Safety Network International eV ( 6 September 2005)
SafetyBUS p to be demonstrated at SPS/IPC/Drives
The SafetyBUS p Club International and its member companies will be in Hall 6 on Stand 318 at the SPS/IPC/Drives show 2005.
News from Safety Network International eV ( 6 September 2005)
All-round benefits of SafetyBUS p demonstrated
User Application Article Soudronic Automotives (Switzerland), a specialist welder of tailored blamks, has adopted SafetyBUS p and programmable safety systems with great success.
News from Safety Network International eV ( 6 September 2005)
Gender equality to be discussed in Dublin
The UK's lead agency working to boost the participation of women in scientific careers says it is "especially pleased" that the BA Festival of Science is being held in Ireland this year.
News from UK Resource Centre for Women in SET ( 5 September 2005)
Compact pneumatics enable contact lens automation
User Application Article Advanced automation components from Festo have helped system integrator Barr and Paatz produce what is believed to be the first fully automated contact lens manufacturing machine. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 5 September 2005)
Hydraulic valves promise speedy control response
A new generation of hydraulic proportional control valves have been developed to offer exceptionally fast response times, with precise flow, speed and pressure control, at extremely competitive cost. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin ( 5 September 2005)
Adhesives "stick" to their tasks
Three new innovative "stick" products have been added to the highly successful range developed by Henkel Loctite Adhesives.
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives ( 5 September 2005)
New contracts for Peter Brotherhood
Peter Brotherhood has fought off strong competition to gain a number of new contracts and is set to achieve one of its best years to date.
News from Peter Brotherhood ( 5 September 2005)
MEMS mass flow sensors measure higher flow rates
Mass flow sensors now include new compact models capable of measuring mass flow velocity and mass flow rate movement with highly repeatable accuracy, at higher flow rates of up to 50 litre/min. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 5 September 2005)
Industrial datacomms theory explained
A new free handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the most common theoretical aspects of industrial datacommunications.
News from Westermo Data Communications ( 5 September 2005)
Structural epoxies boast strong shear strengths
Two new structural epoxy adhesives feature obtainable shear strengths of 20MPa and no-slump viscosity.
News from Chemence ( 5 September 2005)
Uson goes direct
MET has enjoyed eight very successful years working with Uson.
News from MET ( 5 September 2005)
Seamless modelling paste comes up trumps
User Application Article RenPaste seamless modelling paste has once again proved instrumental in the successful design and development of the latest model for race and GT car specialist, Picchio, in Italy.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials ( 5 September 2005)
Kostal's Hill steps forward for lead role
Simon Hill, UK Managing Director of global automotive supplier Kostal, has been appointed as Yorkshire Forward's new Executive Director of Business.
News from Yorkshire Forward ( 5 September 2005)
Application note aids moulding machine setup
A new application note explains how to fine-tune and verify injection moulding machines during setup and maintenance with the help of a handheld Fluke 190 Series ScopeMeter. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 5 September 2005)
Thermally bonded tubing and hose in four styles
NewAge Industries now offers its Hot Bond thermally bonded tubing and hose in four styles: permanent bond, strippable, electric hot bond, and its latest style, skip bond.
News from NewAge Industries ( 5 September 2005)
Book online for materials handling event
CeMAT, the world's leading fair for materials handling and logistics will be premiering in Hanover from 11th to 15th October 2005.
News from Hannover Messe ( 5 September 2005)
Low-cost actuators target domestic market
A new high-performance low-cost rod actuator has been produced to meet the growing demand for automation within homes and offices.
News from THK UK ( 5 September 2005)
Vacuum pumps cope with caustic media
A new range of vacuum pumps is capable of safely handling highly concentrated chlorine gases and vapours containing hydrochloric acid or hydrocarbon solvents.
News from Friatec-Rheinhutte Pumps and Valves ( 5 September 2005)
Food grade oil keeps hot chains lubricated
A specially formulated NSF registered food grade oil is now available for chains exposed to high temperatures within the food industry, such as in cookers, ovens, shrink wrap tunnels. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 5 September 2005)
E-learning course explains compressed air
Four members of the administrative team at Boge Compressors were recently awarded with the Certificate in Compressed Air Technology. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors ( 5 September 2005)
Brain boards upgrade I/O to Ethernet and more
The E1 and E2 brain boards from System Devices are designed to be drop-in replacements for existing B1 and B2 installations.
News from System Devices ( 5 September 2005)
Cable carriers and reels on show at DES
KabelSchlepp Metool will be showing a comprehensive range of cable carriers as well as motorised and spring-operated cable reels at the Design Engineering Show.
News from Kabelschlepp Metool ( 5 September 2005)
Digital gauges promise maximum resolution
A new series of submicron high-precision digital gauges provides resolution of 0.1um and high accuracy combined with long travel range within a very compact 8mm diameter body.
News from Axis Group ( 5 September 2005)
Vibration transducers specified for Eurofighter
Endevco Corp has been selected by ITP to supply the forward, rear and jet pipe vibration transducers for the EJ200 Eurofighter.
News from Endevco ( 5 September 2005)
Solenoid valves boast twice the flow
Hargraves Technology Corp reckons it is revolutionising the fluidic delivery and control systems industry by introducing the next generation in solenoid valve technology.
News from Hargraves Technology ( 5 September 2005)
Flow meters expand use of Coriolis technology
A new series of Coriolis flow meters claims an industry benchmark for high accuracy flow measurement in larger line sizes up to 12in, flow rates to 2200t/h and for harsh, corrosive fluids.
News from Fluid Components International ( 5 September 2005)
Router dials up serial sevices
The PocketPad Router is a novel low cost dial-in dial-out router product.
News from Multenet ( 5 September 2005)
Dewpoint transmitters are stable and speedy
The Drycap DMT340 Series of dewpoint transmitters has been developed for demanding industrial applications where accurate and stable dewpoint measurement is important. Brochure Available
News from Vaisala ( 5 September 2005)
Design optimisation software upgraded
Noesis Solutions is shipping a new version of its flagship product Optimus.
News from Noesis Solutions ( 5 September 2005)
Engineering labs honour former heads of department
Last week the University of Surrey honoured three professors and former heads of department in a lab naming ceremony at the Materials Institute Laboratories in the School of Engineering.
News from University of Surrey ( 5 September 2005)
Preventive maintenance pays dividends
One of the most frequently asked questions asked by compressed air users is why they should change filter elements every twelve months.
News from Parker Domnick Hunter ( 5 September 2005)
Digital technology centre set to open
The Director General of the CBI will officially open the Lancashire Digital Technology Centre at the former Michelin factory site on Bancroft Road in Burnley on 20th October 2005.
News from Northern Technologies ( 5 September 2005)
Reinforced resin takes the knocks in handsets
User Application Article Amoi Electronics designed its new M60 multimedia cellphone to deliver outstanding aesthetics, durability and reliability, even under the roughest of handling conditions.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 5 September 2005)
Expansion makes room for sustained growth
Expansion plans have been put in train at Sensor Technology, with additional premises and several other initiatives to prepare the company for a period of sustained growth. Brochure Available
News from Sensor Technology ( 5 September 2005)
Award recognises emerging plastics technologies
RTP Company was presented the award for its leadership in specialty plastic compounds by Frost and Sullivan at the Excellence in Emerging Technologies Awards Banquet.
News from RTP Company ( 5 September 2005)
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