News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 6 November
to Saturday 12 November 2005
Resolve launches corporate capabilities brochure
For over 20 years Resolve Optics has developed OEM quantity specialist lenses and optical designs for small and large high-technology businesses. Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics (11 November 2005)
PLC Link Server remotely manages PLCs over network
Contec Microelectronics Europe has introduced a PLC Link Server. It is designed to allow a networked computer to obtain and update the internal register information of Mitsubishi MELSEC-Q PLCs.
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe (11 November 2005)
Hygrometer sets the standard for power generators
Michell Instruments has produced an intrinsically safe portable hygrometer. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (11 November 2005)
Simple and affordable dew point measurement
Michell Instruments has developed a low cost, rugged dew point transmitter for continuous measurement of compressed air or process gas. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (11 November 2005)
Exfo's OTDR selected by Deutsche Telekom
User Application Article Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has been selected as sole-source supplier for all fibre deployment applications by Deutsche Telekom AG.
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (11 November 2005)
Digital I/O modules are simple and efficient
Sontay has announced details of its range of I/O control modules that incorporate digital electronics for maximum simplicity, efficiency and accuracy in set-up, commissioning and performance.
News from Sontay (11 November 2005)
Parker's Racor and Faudi Aviation form partnership
Parker Hannifin's Racor Division and Faudi Aviation have jointly announced a global strategic partnership. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (11 November 2005)
Data code reading easy, fast and reliable
With version 3.1 of its easy-to-use machine vision software ActivVisionTools, MVTec makes reading of data codes easier than ever.
News from MVTec Software (11 November 2005)
Tiny DTS uses ball grid array technology
User Application Article CIL has worked with the scientific research and advisory centre Cefas to manufacture a data storage tag (DST) for fish that uses the latest double-sided ball grid array technology.
News from CIL Custom Interconnect (11 November 2005)
Holding Horton hires new VP of quality assurance
Horton Holding, the provider of fan drives, fans and wire form products, has hired Jeff Blankenship as Vice President of Quality Assurance.
News from Horton (11 November 2005)
WorkNC helps to halve down time
User Application Article Sermo PM India, previously known as Perfect Moulds, has seen a large reduction in down time since the introduction of WorkNC from Sescoi.
News from Sescoi International (11 November 2005)
Heidenhain joins forces to promote machine probing
Heidenhain (GB) has joined forces with Sheffield-based machine tool distributor Ward Hi-Tech to promote the use of machine probing. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (11 November 2005)
Delcam demonstrates five-axis machining at expo
Delcam Italia will demonstrate the latest strategies for five-axis machining within the Powermill CAM system on a Hermle machine at the Expostampo exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 November 2005)
Round rocker switch extends Cherry's range
Cherry Electrical has introduced a new round rocker switch to its range of rocker switches, all of which are now available to purchase online through Camis Components.
News from Cherry Electrical Products (11 November 2005)
Digital pen technology for convertible notebooks
User Application Article FinePoint Innovations' digital pen technology has launched as the computing pen and digitiser for a major computer manufacturer's product line of convertible notebooks.
News from FinePoint Innovations (11 November 2005)
Nyquist is to become part of Bosch Rexroth
Netherlands-based Nyquist, a provider of motion-control solutions for machines, such as those used in the semiconductor industry, is to become part of Bosch Rexroth.
News from Nyquist Industrial Control (11 November 2005)
Remote control device executes commands via SMS
Idec has developed a flexible and versatile remote control device. It includes a modem for data connection but is also capable of executing commands which have been received via SMS.
News from Idec Electronics (11 November 2005)
Flomerics and SimLab link EMC simulation software
Flomerics and SimLab have together created a software interface linking board-level and system-level electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) analysis for the first time. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (11 November 2005)
Harting celebrates 25 years in the UK
Harting recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the UK with an event for staff and customers at which the guests of honour were the company's owners Dietmar Harting and his wife Margrit.
News from Harting (11 November 2005)
Auriga distributes AMP Netconnect products
Tyco Electronics has appointed Auriga (Europe) as systems distributor for the full AMP Netconnect range of structured cabling and networking products. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics UK (11 November 2005)
Clip-on ergonomic handheld cases launched
OKW has extended its ground breaking Ergo-Case line of enclosures with new models which have an integrated belt/pocket clip.
News from OKW Enclosures (11 November 2005)
CAI/SCTE members are offered discounts
Compact TV field strength meters for terrestrial and satellite system installers are being offered at reduced rates for CAI/SCTE members in the UK and Ireland.
News from Metrix Electronics (11 November 2005)
Avery Dennison improves manual cable tie tool
The Fastener Division of Avery Dennison is introducing an ergonomic, manual cable tie tool.
News from Avery Dennison Fastener Division (11 November 2005)
Inspection software gives quality assurance
User Application Article At Gold Shield Indiana, a portable Romer/CimCore CMM with Delcam's PowerInspect inspection software, has made quality an everyday part of manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 November 2005)
Sercos interface celebrates 20th anniversary
Technical Background Article At the recent EMO machine tool show the Sercos trade associations commemorated 20 years of successful development and application of the Sercos interface for digital controls, drives, I/O and sensors.
News from Sercos North America (11 November 2005)
Windmill software helps diesel engine research
User Application Article Researcher Edward Winward at Loughborough University is investigating diesel engine fuels and lubricants, using the Windmill Logger application to continuously collect data for later processing.
News from Windmill Software (11 November 2005)
Kenda upgrades on-board data-acquisition systems
User Application Article Kenda Electronic Systems has supplied specially developed data-acquisition units for all CVS, destroyer and frigate platforms in the UK's Royal Navy fleet.
News from Kenda Electronic Systems (11 November 2005)
Faster delivery for MaxPlusPlus motor family
Parker Electromechanical Automation has announced that lead times on its MaxPlusPlus (MPP) line of brushless rotary servo motors have been reduced to just three days. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (11 November 2005)
Corus and Salzgitter jointly develop HSD steels
Corus and Salzgitter have announced that they have formalised their efforts on joint product development in the area of high strength and ductility (HSD) steels based on high manganese content. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (11 November 2005)
Plasma cutting machine has two operating modes
With Esab Automation's highly versatile M3 plasma cutting machine, users can switch easily between the quality and production cutting modes. Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems (11 November 2005)
Cimatron E 7.0 on show at Euromould 2005
Cimatron, a provider of integrated CAD/CAM solutions for the tooling industry, will present its recently introduced solutions in a new booth at Euromould.
News from Cimatron UK (11 November 2005)
User Application Article
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (11 November 2005)
ISO/IEC 27001 to protect business-critical data
Things have just become tougher for hackers, as a new tool is now on the market to help companies protect information that is vital for doing business.
News from IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) (11 November 2005)
Growing with the company
You could say that Paul Briggs, Managing Director of GR Booth, who is currently celebrating 40 years with the company, is a man with tooling in his veins.
News from Brunswick Tooling (10 November 2005)
Faraday Plastics boosted by new KTN structure
Faraday Plastics has succeeded in renewing its remit and budget as the UK's leading resource and coordinator for polymer-based research.
News from Faraday Plastics (10 November 2005)
JetNet series switches has a powerful new member
Korenix has developed the JetNet 4500 Industrial managed switch with enhanced network management functions such as SNMP, RMON and enhanced network redundancy support.
News from Korenix Technology (10 November 2005)
Valves create consistent thin-film fluid deposits
OK International will introduce two new stainless steel valves to the TS5500 Series Spray Valve family at Productronica 2005. Brochure Available
News from OK International (10 November 2005)
Renishaw encoders displayed at Taiwanese show
Renishaw, supplier of position feedback encoders and metrology equipment, will be exhibiting at the Taichung Automatic Machinery Show, being held in Taichung, Taiwan, from 18-21 November 2005. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (10 November 2005)
National Grid selects Sensa to monitor pipeline
User Application Article Sensa's fibre optic distributed temperature sensing (DTS) system has been chosen by National Grid for continuous temperature monitoring of a 4km pipeline.
News from Sensa (10 November 2005)
Europe's largest brewery uses Secomak drying unit
User Application Article Europe's largest brewery has made savings after installing Secomak's latest drying unit on its only bottling line. Brochure Available
News from Secomak (10 November 2005)
Turning solution for small batchwork in autosport
The Colchester MultiTurn flat bed combination lathe has high levels of functionality and can turn a wide variety of different component types from bar, billet, forging or castings.
News from Colchester-Harrison (10 November 2005)
Assistance offered with explosion protection
Sartorius has launched a new microsite focused on weighing in hazardous areas, which offers advice and downloads to help companies meet the requirements of the ATEX Directive. Brochure Available
News from Sartorius UK (10 November 2005)
Factory investment provides platform for growth
Halcyon Drives has recently invested over GBP1 million in a purpose-built factory and offices at Stanningley, near Leeds, West Yorkshire, to support growth in both established and new sectors.
News from Halcyon Drives (10 November 2005)
High performance, low current LCD drive
NEC Electronics distributor Sunrise is now shipping the L Line (Lx2) range of 8bit microcontrollers that have low current consumption, high performance and an LCD controller.
News from Sunrise Electronics (10 November 2005)
Machine tool technologies go on show in Russia
Renishaw will introduce the Russian market to its latest productivity solutions for machine tools, when it attends the Machine Building and Metalworking exhibition, on the 22-24 November 2005. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (10 November 2005)
Grant awarded to develop replacement gauges
NDC Infrared Engineering has been awarded funding by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop new technologies that reduce industry's reliance on radioactive isotopes.
News from NDC Infrared Engineering (10 November 2005)
Rotary scanner gauge for blown film systems
NDC Infrared Engineering has introduced a family of rotary scanners specifically designed for blown film systems.
News from NDC Infrared Engineering (10 November 2005)
Quality testing machines designed for shop floor
Mecmesin has developed a new range of compact console-controlled compressive and tensile testing systems for quality control testing in manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (10 November 2005)
Innovations for toolmakers on show at EuroMold
Renishaw will be highlighting its powerful solutions for the die and mould industry when it attends EuroMold, which is being held in Frankfurt, Germany on the 30th November to 4th December 2005. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (10 November 2005)
CAD design portal goes live
Misumi has launched its interactive CAD design portal where users can specify over 80,000 components in up to 0.01mm increments
News from Misumi (10 November 2005)
Keronite and Thixomat sign technology agreement
UK-based Keronite and US-based Thixomat have reached an agreement to develop new technology and new applications for magnesium alloys with particular focus on the automotive industry.
News from Keronite (10 November 2005)
94% of companies use Internet for RoHS information
As the electronics industry faces the looming RoHS deadline, new industry research from Farnell InOne shows that most companies obtain the latest RoHS news and legislation updates from the Internet.
News from Farnell (10 November 2005)
Latest EdgeCAM software demonstrated at Euromould
EdgeCAM reseller Camtech will be demonstrating the latest release of EdgeCAM software from Pathtrace on stand J11 in Hall 8 at Euromould.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (10 November 2005)
Catalogue details wide range of valve products
Asco Scientific has produced a new catalogue covering its comprehensive range of specialist miniature solenoid and pneumatic valve products for use in medical, biomedical and analytical applications. Brochure Available
News from Asco Numatics (10 November 2005)
Fan filters are carbon impregnated
Aerco has added carbon impregnated filters, designed to provide protection from possible contaminants such as odours, vapours and gasses, to its range of fan protection products.
News from Aerco (10 November 2005)
Full-scale PLM for Microsoft users
UGS is delivering Teamcenter for Microsoft SQL Server 2005 - a full-scale product lifecycle management solution, supporting customers embracing Microsoft platform
News from Siemens PLM Software (10 November 2005)
Compact RFI read-write system for quick conveyors
The RFM32 is the latest addition to Leuze Mayser's range of RFI devices. Its compact, robust design ensures high read/write standards over distances of 90mm. Brochure Available
News from Leuze Mayser (10 November 2005)
Pinch valves designed for wearing processes
Larox pinch valves offer solutions for wearing, aggressive or difficult flow processes, and are suited to shut-off and control applications involving abrasive or corrosive slurries, powders or granula Brochure Available
News from Larox Flowsys (10 November 2005)
Electronic pressure transmitter is compact
The UPA21 electronic pressure transmitter is compact and robust, and is ideal for applications where cost and performance are particularly important. Brochure Available
News from Barksdale Control Products (10 November 2005)
PC-based terminal for hand-weighed recipes
The food segment of leading industrial weighing specialist Practicon is introducing the ProTrace hand-weigh recipe control terminal.
News from Practicon (10 November 2005)
Faraday and Materials KTN make winning start
The first meeting of the operations board of the new grouping of materials-based UK Faraday organisations - the Knowledge Transfer Network - took place in London, UK, on 2nd November 2005.
News from Faraday Plastics (10 November 2005)
Innovations in mid-range linear robotics unveiled
Wittmann used the Fakuma plastics exhibition in Friederichshafen, Germany, to unveil a host of new products in robotics, materials drying and handling, and mould temperature control.
News from Wittmann UK (10 November 2005)
Optiflux reduces costs in paper industry
User Application Article According to Krohne, its Optiflux electromagnetic flowmeter is fast becoming the industry standard among paper manufacturers.
News from Krohne (10 November 2005)
Laser drives machine for cutting long tubes
User Application Article A recent installation of SolidCut Laser for tube cutting machines at Ferral Systems BV in Holland is the largest tube cutting machine of its kind in the world, built specifically for Ferral by Balliu.
News from Camtek (10 November 2005)
RuleStream joins PTC Partner Advantage Programme
RuleStream, provider of rules-driven product management (RPM) to the discrete manufacturing industries, has become a member of the PTC Partner Advantage Programme.
News from RuleStream Corp (10 November 2005)
Crane maker installs blast cleaning facility
User Application Article One of the attributes which keeps HTC Plant a leader in the hire of tower cranes is a sustained investment in product quality. The installation of Airblast systems is a case in point.
News from Airblast (10 November 2005)
George Brumwell CBE
Speaking in London on 8 November 2005, Bill Callaghan, Chair of the HSC, passed on to colleagues the sad news of George Brumwell's death.
News from Health and Safety Executive (10 November 2005)
Leak-proof gaskets provide major savings
Technical Background Article Blowouts and chronic gasket failures continue to plague utilities and industrial power plants. Such failures give rise to a litany of related problems, including loss of productivity and leakage.
News from Sealing Corporation ( 9 November 2005)
Pressure sensor is designed for high volume use
GE Sensing is offering the Druck 1500 Series of industrial pressure sensors that provide cost-effective and reliable solutions for the most demanding, high-volume applications.
News from GE Sensing - Druck ( 9 November 2005)
Flowmeter helps water authorities meet regulations
GE Sensing has announced that it has been awarded the Environment Agency MCERTS Product Conformity certificate for a closed pipe flowmeter under the Continuous Water Monitoring scheme.
News from GE Sensing - Druck ( 9 November 2005)
Cutting machine raises production and lower costs
The UK branch of the Stokvis Tape Group has purchased a cutting machine that is able to cut large quantities of self-adhesive tape at a low cost.
News from Stokvis Tape Group BV ( 9 November 2005)
Case studies help engineers solve problems
AccuPlace's updated website enables engineers, manufacturing and operations managers to learn about problem analysis and problem solving through a series of case studies.
News from AccuPlace ( 9 November 2005)
More plastics materials data sheets go online
IDES, the search destination for the plastics industry, has expanded its content offering to customers by publishing over 60,000 plastic material data sheets from 500 global resin suppliers.
News from IDES ( 9 November 2005)
Infrared camera shows slag build-up at power plant
User Application Article Westar Energy has found a better way to 'see through flames' in monitoring for slag problems in three boilers that drive generators at its electricity generating plant in St Marys, Kansas, USA.
News from Mikron Infrared ( 9 November 2005)
In-line geared motors are interchangeable
Renold Gears has launched a new range of in-line geared motors with bolt-on foot mountings for ease of interchangeability with products made by other leading manufacturers.
News from Renold Gears ( 9 November 2005)
Online resource introduces fastening systems
'EFC-Solutions' is a compilation of innovative designs, drawn from industry's leaders in product development of engineered fastening and assembly solutions.
News from EFC International ( 9 November 2005)
Multi-platform support for Windows, Linux and Unix
Algor, a provider of design, analysis and simulation software, has announced support for the following hardware platforms: 64bit Microsoft Windows, 32- and 64bit Linux and 64bit Unix workstations.
News from Algor ( 9 November 2005)
Seminars on strain measurement to be held at MTEC
The British Society for Strain Measurement will be holding a series of seminars on industrial applications of strain and deformation measurement during the MTEC 2006 exhibition.
News from British Society for Strain Measurement ( 9 November 2005)
UK engineering mission visits Japan
Tony Lowe, Managing Director NPL Technologies and President of the Pattern Model and Mould Manufacturers Association recently joined a mission to Japan sponsored by the DTI Global Watch Service.
News from NPL Technologies ( 9 November 2005)
One-stop shop for carbon fibre parts established
NPL Technologies has recently established a one-stop shop for carbon fibre components and has appointed a manager for composites.
News from NPL Technologies ( 9 November 2005)
Temperature controllers make panels unique
A range of temperature controllers from ERO UK has been designed to be built into OEM equipment to give machine control panels a personalised look.
News from ERO UK ( 9 November 2005)
Technifor involved in manufacturing initiative
Technifor recently took part in the official opening of the Northern Technologies Advanced Manufacturing Centre, based on the former Michelin Tyre manufacturing site in Burnley, Lancashire.
News from Technifor ( 9 November 2005)
Promi takeover in Czech Republic and Slovakia
To strengthen its position in Eastern Europe, the Stokvis Tape Group has taken over Promi branches in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
News from Stokvis Tape Group BV ( 9 November 2005)
Stokvis creates profile outside Western Europe
The Stokvis Tape Group is to create a profile for itself outside Western Europe as a leading supplier of self-adhesive tapes and related products.
News from Stokvis Tape Group BV ( 9 November 2005)
Full-matrix switcher to render coax obsolete?
Magenta Research's UK partner I4B has announced the introduction of a full-matrix, scalable Cat5 switch platform that will provide a family of switch solutions, from 16 x 16 to 256 x 256.
News from i4b ( 9 November 2005)
Proximity sensor has anti-bacterial housing
Omron has expanded its sensor portfolio for the food and pharmaceutical industries with the introduction of an inductive proximity sensor with a special anti-bacterial housing. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 9 November 2005)
Assessing the ignition risk of mechanical systems
Technical Background Article Richard Unthank and John Walkington of Chilworth Technology assess the implications of ATEX/DSEAR compliance.
News from Chilworth Technology ( 9 November 2005)
HSC publishes top-level statistics for 2004/2005
The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) has published the latest statistics on workplace injury and work-related ill-health in Great Britain.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 9 November 2005)
HSC report shows progress but scope to improve
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published statistics on work related injuries and ill health for 2004/2005 that show progress, though fatal and major injuries remain a concern.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 9 November 2005)
Wire rope and swaged fittings for escape platforms
User Application Article Lifting Solutions is celebrating its involvement in the successful completion of one of Europe's most impressive landmarks, the new Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth, which has now been completed.
News from Lifting Solutions ( 9 November 2005)
Sound Dead Steel receives technology award
Sound Dead Steel has been presented with the John Connell Technology Award 2005 by the Noise Abatement Society and DEFRA. Brochure Available
News from SoundDeadSteel.com ( 9 November 2005)
Speedy pallet handling system has long reach
The PPR50 pallet system from Micromech achieves an amazingly high throughput and can be installed in buildings of restricted height because it uses telescopic actuators.
News from Micromech ( 8 November 2005)
Damper offers convenient cabinet access
The Stab-O-Shoc damper provides effortless opening and closing of doors and lids, and can securely hold a door in an open or closed position.
News from Stabilus ( 8 November 2005)
Gas equipment maker deploys 3D design software
User Application Article A Romanian maker of gas regulators and control stations is implementing 32 licenses of SolidWorks Office Professional and SolidWorks Office Premium software to accelerate product development.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 8 November 2005)
NI uses Productronica 2005 to display its wares
Productronica 2005 is providing National Instruments (NI) with an ideal opportunity to exhibit its latest virtual instrumentation (VI) software and hardware technologies. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 8 November 2005)
'Planning and Noise' meeting organised by the IOA
The Institute of Acoustics (IOA) will be holding a meeting on 7th December 2005 entitled 'Planning and Noise'. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics ( 8 November 2005)
FISITA extends congress submission deadline
To give speakers more time to prepare abstracts for the FISITA 2006 World Automotive Congress (22nd to 27th Ocotber 2006, Yokohama, Japan) FISITA is extending the submission deadline.
News from FISITA ( 8 November 2005)
South African subsidiary awarded Sasol contract
Foster Wheeler's South African subsidiary has been awarded an engineering, procurement and construction management contract by Sasol Technology (Pty).
News from Foster Wheeler ( 8 November 2005)
Patented technology speeds up product development
Centric Software has announced two patents that expedite the new product development process, allowing companies to reduce product development cycles and time-to-market.
News from Centric Software ( 8 November 2005)
Renishaw's latest product range on show at Metalex
Renishaw's latest range of products introduced at EMO Hanover will have their Asian premieres at the Metalex 2005, which is being held in Bangkok, Thailand, on the 17th to 20th November. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 November 2005)
Selector valves replace solenoid valves
Technical Background Article Beswick Engineering designs and manufactures high-performance miniature fluid power devices.
News from Beswick Engineering ( 8 November 2005)
Global steel industry analysed
Technical Background Article The global steel industry has been subject to a number of significant changes since the start of the millennium. This article looks are market trends.
News from MEPS (International) ( 8 November 2005)
Couplings make fluid transfer simple and safe
The safe transfer of fluids under pressure is readily achieved using Exactor pressure-balanced couplings.
News from Sterling Hydraulics ( 8 November 2005)
Latest encoders on show at Nuremberg exhibition
Renishaw is highlighting its latest range of encoder solutions at the SPS/IPC/DRIVES exhibition and conference, that is being held in Nuremberg, Germany, on 22nd to 24th November 2005. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 November 2005)
Co-Design competition for 2006 announced
CoCreate Software, provider of third generation PLM and smart CAD software applications, has announced its 2006 Co-Design competition.
News from CoCreate Software ( 8 November 2005)
Oil refinery minimizes manual tank measurements
User Application Article A major European oil company upgraded its refinery as part of a strategy to enhance plant profitability, increase throughput capacity, upgrade product yields and improve on-stream reliability. Brochure Available
News from MatrikonOPC ( 8 November 2005)
Temperature sensor is self-monitoring
Regular calibration is no longer necessary with IFM Electronics' TAD Series temperature sensors. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic ( 8 November 2005)
MobileDataforce strengthens its position in Europe
MobileDataforce has announced the inception of MobileDataforce Europe BV and the appointment of J. David Savage as Vice President, EMEA.
News from MobileDataforce ( 8 November 2005)
EFC International is ISO9001:2000 certified
EFC International has achieved ISO9001:2000 certification.
News from EFC International ( 8 November 2005)
Simulated reality to redefine the workplace
Technical Background Article ProSTEP iViP Science Days 2005, was held this year under the motto 'Cross-Domain Engineering'.
News from ProSTEP iViP Association ( 8 November 2005)
Online training centre for power quality
The Leonardo Power Quality Initiative has launched its interactive training centre, offering online training covering practical and theoretical aspects of power quality for electrical engineers.
News from Copper Development Association ( 8 November 2005)
HSC and HSE condemn bullying in the workplace
The Health and Safety Commission and the Health and Safety Executive strongly condemn any form of harassment or bullying at work and both support the 'Ban Bullying At Work Day' (7 November 2005).
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 8 November 2005)
New BSI explosive atmosphere standard and handbook
BSI Business Information is promoting publications relating to explosive and flammable atmospheres.
News from BSI British Standards ( 8 November 2005)
New standards for pressure vessel materials
BSI Business Information is promoting two standards relating to materials for pressure vessels.
News from BSI British Standards ( 8 November 2005)
Hazards Campaign demonstration at HSC open meeting
The UK's official workplace health and safety strategy is putting business interests before workers' lives, campaigners are warning.
News from Greater Manchester Hazards Centre ( 8 November 2005)
Compendium of tools solves electrical problems
Fluke UK has introduced the 1587MDT - a troubleshooting kit that comprises essential tools that are needed to identify electrical problems on motors, cables and switchgear. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 7 November 2005)
Machined seals are produced on demand
Using an unique process, seals from 5mm to 4000mm in diameter can be CNC machined in virtually any profile, using a range of 15 specially developed materials, and supplied on a next day basis. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK ( 7 November 2005)
Truflo enhances management team at IMF
Yves Cuyvers has been promoted to Director and General Manager for Truflo International group company IMF, based near Paris, France.
News from Truflo International ( 7 November 2005)
Tube inspection made simple
The Site Tube Inspector is suitable for use on tubes and pipes with an internal diameter of 7mm, or above, and provides a true colour image.
News from Orbimatic ( 7 November 2005)
Polyol chemistry detailed by handbook
A handbook published recently in the UK by Rapra Technology attempts to link data and information concerning the chemistry and technology of oligo-polyols for use in polyurethanes.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 7 November 2005)
Rope cutter works in a similar way to lathe tool
A completely new design of rope cutting device the QuicKutter has significant advantages over all other systems, and has recently been fitted to the RNLI Tamar class of offshore lifeboats.
News from H4 Marine ( 7 November 2005)
Packing helps valves to meet latest regulations
User Application Article French-manufactured Dresser Masoneilan control valves are now fitted with James Walker's Supagraf Control gland packing to meet VOC emission control levels when tested to the ISO15848 protocol. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co ( 7 November 2005)
SCADA system module scrutinises plant performance
Automation software innovator Copa-Data has launched a new module for its Zenon SCADA system that analyses alarm data to identify increases in plant performance that can be made by reducing downtime.
News from Copa-Data UK ( 7 November 2005)
China turns to UK grinding technology for its jets
Holroyd Machine Tools has concluded a deal with a leading Chinese aerospace company worth US$1.2million to supply a full turnkey production facility for the manufacture of jet engine drive shafts.
News from Holroyd ( 7 November 2005)
Guided pneumatic cylinders are compact and robust
A range of guided pneumatic cylinders from Hoerbiger-Origa combines driving and the guiding elements into a single unitary design that is compact, robust, simple and elegant. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa ( 7 November 2005)
Advantages of using variable speed drives
Technical Background Article Variable speed drives have a number of advantages - they make electrically driven equipment far more responsive, user-friendly and intelligent, and they achieve significant energy saving. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 7 November 2005)
PLC option cards complement inverter drives
Easy-to-fit PCB type PLC option cards are now available from Omron. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 7 November 2005)
Compressed air energy savings estimated online
EnergAir has developed a powerful online tool for estimating how much energy can be saved by installing a compressed air management system in any industrial compressor house. Brochure Available
News from Energair Solutions ( 7 November 2005)
Both style and functionality make good products
Technical Background Article Aesthetics are an important consideration for manufacturers that are looking to successfully introduce next generation products to the market or move them from the commercial to the consumer sector.
News from Southco ( 7 November 2005)
Push-to-close latch is lockable for added security
Southco has introduced the 64H push-to-close, slide-bolt latch as the latest addition to its growing selection of industrial-grade latches.
News from Southco ( 7 November 2005)
Encoder system is vital part of antenna production
User Application Article A mobile phone antenna has been developed by UK company Sarantel, based on the company's patented PowerHelix technology. Its manufacture relies, in part, on linear encoder technology from Renishaw. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 7 November 2005)
Oscilloscopes troubleshoot variable-speed drives
With safety certification to 1000V CAT II and 600V CAT III, Fluke ScopeMeters help users to safely solve virtually all electronics measurement problems encountered in the field. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 7 November 2005)
Noncontact sensor system measures glass thickness
User Application Article When a European automotive industry supplier needed a production line method to measure the dimensions of windscreen glass it turned to Stil of France and its UK representative Armstrong Optical.
News from Armstrong Optical ( 7 November 2005)
Compression latch solves closure problem
User Application Article A latch with built-in compression feature has solved a problem with Caterpillar's engine side panels.
News from Southco ( 7 November 2005)
Catalogue covers hydraulic work-holding systems
The latest Spencer Franklin catalogue from WDS offers a range of hydraulic work-holding systems designed to speed up the loading, unloading and clamping of parts in jigs and assemblies. Brochure Available
News from WDS ( 7 November 2005)
Reliability programme reduces engine failure rate
User Application Article Product development consultant International TechneGroup Incorporated has announced that engine manufacturer Volvo has benefited from a successful Reliability Growth programme.
News from ITI ( 7 November 2005)
Croner and CCH companies rebranded
Wolters Kluwer UK, a leading information and professional services company, is unveiling a new branding strategy and visual identity for its Croner and CCH brands.
News from Croner ( 7 November 2005)
HSE to prosecute Network Rail and Amey Rail
The Health and Safety Executive will prosecute Network Rail Infrastructure and Amey Rail in connection with the partial derailment of a high-speed train near Southall, West London, in November 2002.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 7 November 2005)
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