News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 9 July
to Saturday 15 July 2006
Why use encoders on no load brake hoists
Technical Background Article Why Sensorless Vector drives are being misapplied in the crane industry.
News from Power Electronics International (14 July 2006)
Mayor of Middlesbrough speaks out
The Mayor of Middlesbrough has spoken out against the lack of young people opting for vocational training, claiming that too many are now choosing degrees that often do not lead to full-time work
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (14 July 2006)
Baker Mallett Marks Another Engineering Success
The Tees Valley Engineering Partnership has congratulated another of its existing members after they were awarded a substantial contract in the renewable fuels sector.
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (14 July 2006)
JobsGroup.net Launch Award-Winning Flagship Site
Down Under JobsGroup.net is to launch the multiple award-winning JustEngineers.net in Australia.
News from Justengineers.net (14 July 2006)
ITI TranscenData launches CADIQ 4.6
ITI TranscenData has announced the release of CADIQ 4.6, the latest version of its leading-edge product data quality and 3D model comparison tool.
News from ITI (14 July 2006)
Crude oil blender brings innovation to Mexico Gulf
FPSO Jiskoot has developed a solution for the blending of heavy crude oil in the Gulf of Mexico for Bergesen Worldwide Offshore, using the latest InSight blender system
News from Jiskoot (14 July 2006)
Competitive edge in jet engine race
User Application Article Lincoln-based Alstom Aerospace maintains a healthy presence in the aerojet engine field by a combination of design flair and high-tech manufacturing excellence.
News from Blum Novotest (14 July 2006)
Pulse counter and flow totaliser electronics unit
The Metra-flo range of flow indicators and totalisers are cost-effective microprocessor based electronics modules designed for use with pulse or frequency inputs from one (or two) flow sensors. Brochure Available
News from Titan Enterprises (14 July 2006)
RCV to showcase innovative UAV engine design
RCV Engines will exhibit a prototype multi-fuel, compact and high power-to-weight ratio engine which aims to deliver key benefits for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) applications.
News from RCV Engines (14 July 2006)
Out-Of-Band Management Solutions
New CM4000 Range Combines Text and Graphical Infrastructure Management for Telco Central Offices and Points of Presence
News from Opengear (14 July 2006)
New family of scara robots
New Compact Scara Robots Combined with Kuka User Friendly Controls Enables Easy to Use Automation Solutions
News from Kuka Robotics (14 July 2006)
XVL Implemented at Liebherr Group
User Application Article International manufacturer to take advantage of 3D compression Brochure Available
News from Lattice Technology (14 July 2006)
Low Cost Compact Portal Cutting Machine
Esab Automation has introduced the new Falcon low cost, compact portal cutting machine. Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems (14 July 2006)
Q7 uses ABB technology
Farm to power 140,000 homes and cut annual CO2 emissions by 255,000 tons
News from ABB Power Technologies (14 July 2006)
Murex products used by boat builder
User Application Article Murex Consumables Play Critical Role in Boat Building Business Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (14 July 2006)
SolidWorks extends support for TSA competitions
Technology Student Association middle and high school winners received SolidWorks 3D CAD software
News from SolidWorks Corporation (14 July 2006)
New Selection Guide and Short Form Catalog
New Selection Guide and Short Form Catalog Simplifies Specifying Transformers and Inductors
News from Datatronics Romoland (14 July 2006)
Emerson Appoints UK Based Provalve
Emerson Appoints UK Based Provalve as an Approved Repairer of Fisher Products for Workshop-based Repairs
News from Emerson Process Management - Fisher Valves (14 July 2006)
New Fast and Light Tractor Hydraulic Kits
New Fast and Light Tractor Hydraulic Kits Deliver Faster Tipping Speeds and Reduced Trailer Weight for Higher Payloads
News from Edbro (14 July 2006)
VLT AutomationDrive Available In 40 HP to 60 HP
Innovative modular design handles every motor control requirement with a single product platform
News from Danfoss Drives (14 July 2006)
New Compact and Multifunction Hydrogen Analyser
The new MFA-H2 analyser from Witt Gas Techniques is compact, portable, multi functional and designed for use at the gas mixer in non explosive areas within any industry
News from Witt Gas Techniques (14 July 2006)
Major website and catalogue improvements
Rotaloc (Europe) is launching the latest version of its company website
News from Rotaloc (Europe) (14 July 2006)
Parallel ID System Improves Quality Control
User Application Article ID system helped Briggs and Stratton flag missteps before final engine assembly, and reduce scrap - increasing throughput and the overall quality of its engine components.
News from Balluff UK (14 July 2006)
Gas Mixer Helps Clean Steel Processing Pipework
The MG500-2ME gas mixing system from Witt Gas Techniques used with an integrated O2 analyser and receiver, can be used by steelworks, when cleaning pipework to determine the optimal oxygen percentage
News from Witt Gas Techniques (14 July 2006)
Grasping the need for sensors
Demand for robots equipped with multi function palletising grippers is constantly on the increase in the packaging industry
News from Balluff UK (14 July 2006)
New Approach to Racecar Data Logging
New Approach to Racecar Data Logging With the Synchronised Video Logger Data Acquisition System
News from Stack (14 July 2006)
Alarm Module for ACR SmartReader
ACR, one of the world leaders in small data loggers, now offers an easy to install and use Alarm Module.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (14 July 2006)
Non-Contact Guard Door Monitoring Sensor
Man-machine safety specialist Schmersal has introduced the BNS 260, a compact, coded non-contact guard-door monitoring sensor
News from Schmersal UK (14 July 2006)
A useful guide to temperature technology selection
Technical Background Article Temperature Product Specialist for ABB runs through the options available to engineers who are looking to measure that most fundamental of parameters - temperature.
News from ABB Automation Technologies (14 July 2006)
Top Tips for Entering Into a Hire Contract
Technical Background Article Power4 has produced guidelines to ensure businesses across the UK get the best deal.
News from Power4 (14 July 2006)
IBA Drives Demand For Powerstax Convertor
Growth in IBA and automotive applications is driving up demand for the F351, industry standard Full Brick, 350W DC/DC convertor from Powerstax
News from Powerstax (14 July 2006)
Best of Show award goes to 3Dconnexion SpacePilot
TenLinks.com recognises SpacePilot as a vital element of the 3D design desktop
News from 3Dconnexion (14 July 2006)
Compact Computed Tomography X-Ray System
Contax has announced the availability of the nanotom, a new, compact high resolution computed tomography (CT) x-ray analysis system from phoenix x-ray Systems + Services .
News from Contax (14 July 2006)
EU Average Carbon Steel Prices
The leap in transaction prices in June has prompted MEPS to make an upward revision to the average flat products' price forecast.
News from MEPS (International) (14 July 2006)
New control computer from Micro-Robotics
Micro-Robotics has introduced an extended version of its popular VM-1 credit-card-sized embedded control computer. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Robotics (14 July 2006)
Stretched Mini Mill Introduced by Matchmaker
One new machine which has a longer than usual X axis, but conforms to the overall space saving nature of such models, is the Mini Mill 610 from Matchmaker M/C.
News from Matchmaker M/C (14 July 2006)
Pathtrace announces EdgeCAM 10.75 release
Pathtrace is pleased to announce the latest release of its offline CNC programming software, EdgeCAM.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (14 July 2006)
Online Selection Tool For Steppers
Servotechnic are pleased to introduce the patent pending Designer's Corner: a new online step motor selection tool.
News from Servotechnic (14 July 2006)
Level Sensor for Corrosive and Hazardous Media
The ATM/N Depth Pressure Transmitter not only measures the level of fresh water but also more corrosive medias such as, sea water, brackish water, waste water and hydrocarbons
News from SensorsOne (14 July 2006)
Intelligent Analogue I/O Modules
Intelligent Analogue I/O Modules Offer Unprecedented Flexibility to Machine Builders Brochure Available
News from Festo (14 July 2006)
New Ultrasonic Flowmeter
In order to better meet the demands of the Petrochemical and Offshore industries, Katronic Technologies are proud to present the latest addition to its ultrasonic flowmeter family. Brochure Available
News from Katronic Technologies (14 July 2006)
Hire service helps restore reservoir supply
User Application Article Hidrostal Specialist Hire Service Assists with the Restoration of Valuable Reservoir Supply
News from Hidrostal (14 July 2006)
Mend-a-Hose surpasses outstanding performance
Mend-A-Hose Tops Parker's Entire European Distributor Network for the Second Year Running Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (14 July 2006)
Miniature Electroformed Baffles
If you use cold shields or radiation shields within applications, Abssac might have a product to help increase the efficiency of the absorption or reflection rates. Brochure Available
News from Abssac (14 July 2006)
Araldite adhesives distribution channel enhanced
Araldite adhesives from Huntsman Advanced Materials are set to increase their foothold in Ireland with the creation of a brand new distribution channel
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (14 July 2006)
Siemens equipment ripens competitiveness
User Application Article AA Electric proposed the use of Siemens low voltage switchgear for helping Ecotech glasshouses
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (14 July 2006)
Showcase for advances in High-Speed Imaging
Specialised Imaging has chosen the forthcoming International Conference on High Speed Photography to showcase latest advances in ultra high-speed framing and ballistic range camera technologies
News from Specialised Imaging (14 July 2006)
Cost-Efficient Source for Diverse Resins
GE Plastics Provides Cost-Efficient Source for Diverse Resins Featured in Multi-Function Aisys Anesthesia Delivery System
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (14 July 2006)
Thales flight simulators kept on track
User Application Article Sherborne Shaevitz servo accelerometers have been used by Thales Training and Simulation to verify the motion performance of its flight simulators for over 15 years.
News from Sherborne Schaevitz (14 July 2006)
Mech-tech meets IT for the military
Sensor-Technik UK recently developed a custom mechanical position sensor and control system interface for a military observation vehicle Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK (14 July 2006)
Initial report into Buncefield incident published
On 13 July 2006, the Buncefield Major Incident Investigation Board (MIIB) published its Initial Report.
News from Health and Safety Executive (14 July 2006)
HSC endorses initial Buncefield report
The Health and Safety Commission and the Board of the Environment Agency have received and endorsed publication of the initial report into the explosion and fires at the Buncefield Oil Storage Depot.
News from Health and Safety Executive (14 July 2006)
New campaign: Families against corporate killers
Relatives of people killed at work will launch a national campaigning group called f.a.c.k.- families against corporate killers - at the 17th annual Hazards Campaign conference, on 14 July 2006.
News from Greater Manchester Hazards Centre (14 July 2006)
Shaun Higgins appointed MD of IML Signs and Labels
IML Labels and Systems is very pleased to announce that Shaun Higgins has been appointed Managing Director.
News from IML Labels and Systems Ltd (14 July 2006)
D7000 Airborne Data Acquisition
Heim Data Systems introduces the new D7000, designed for a wide range of operational and flight test applications.
News from Heim Data Systems (13 July 2006)
Low-profile motors fit every application
EMS (Electro Mechanical Systems) is now offering the extensive FTB (Faulhaber Group) range of high-performance, low profile miniature motors. Brochure Available
News from EMS (13 July 2006)
Hepcomotion SBD sealed belt drive
HepcoMotion's new SBD Sealed Belt Drive introduces an innovative sealing method that keeps dirt and debris at bay
News from Bishop-Wisecarver Corp (13 July 2006)
BigMachines Hosts BigIdeas 2006 Conference
Industry leaders gather in the San Francisco Bay Area to discuss best practices and industry trends
News from BigMachines (13 July 2006)
New Airframe Design Environment
Vistagy Announces New Airframe Design Environment Powered by EnCapta
News from Vistagy (13 July 2006)
TriStar Announces Its Expansion into Mexico
TriStar will Accelerate the Growth of Mexican Product Development and Technology
News from TriStar (13 July 2006)
R series achieves 'grater' accuracy for cheese
User Application Article An Ishida R Series multihead weigher installed at leading cheese processor and packer The Kerrygold Company, is delivering higher speeds and improved efficiencies in the packing of grated cheese.
News from Ishida Europe (13 July 2006)
Fast Growth with Merger Announcement
Customers respond with new business for Alliance Spacesystems, LLC.
News from Alliance Spacesystems (13 July 2006)
Evoqe announces the release of solidThinking 7.0
Evoqe has announced the release of solidThinking 7.0, with numerous core-level enhancements, improved tools, and additional features, which will ship simultaneously for Windows and Mac OS X Universal.
News from Evoqe (13 July 2006)
Software offers bearing selection flexibility
Technical Background Article Whether it's a replacement, design improvement or consideration for a new design, selecting the appropriate bearings that provide optimal performance is critical.
News from Timken Company (13 July 2006)
Comprehensive materials data management
Granta MI release updates key references, provides comprehensive materials data management for aerospace, helps Abaqus and Ansys users
News from Granta Design (13 July 2006)
Mtech Sports Wheels from MPC Report to Work
Durable, shock-absorbing wheels are now available for medical and industrial uses
News from MPC (13 July 2006)
Hemical Process Pump range extended
CDR Pumps have launched an extension to their stainless steel range of Chemical Process Pumps, by adding the option of a close coupled pump unit.
News from CDR Pumps (UK) (13 July 2006)
Revolutionary metal manufacturing technology
MCP has introduced new Selective Laser Melting (SLM) equipment to its range of rapid manufacturing technologies. Brochure Available
News from MCP Tooling Technologies (13 July 2006)
Heason Technologies takes on the TwinSpin range
Heason Technologies takes on the TwinSpin range of precision "bearing reducer" gearboxes from Spinea
News from Heason Technology (13 July 2006)
Netzsch launches new progressing cavity pump
Netzsch Pumps has launched the compact and highly efficient Nemo M.Champ.
News from Netzsch Pumps (13 July 2006)
GBP2.5m investment programme completed
Epsilon Test Services has completed the latest phase of investment designed to cement the company's position as the UK's leading electrical safety testing company.
News from Epsilon Test Services (13 July 2006)
Emerson and Siemens to Enhance Offerings
Global leaders to exchange technology that will extend interoperability and end-user benefits
News from Emerson Process Management (13 July 2006)
Virtual Reality for the People!
User Application Article BAE Systems Submarines, helped by Virtalis, is currently deploying advanced visualisation facilities for the manufacture of the Astute Class of submarine in Barrow-in-Furness, England.
News from BAE Systems (13 July 2006)
Dentistry benefits from PalmScope video capture
User Application Article PalmScope video capture device adopted by leading German Medical Engineering company to provide an integrated dental inspection, image capture / review and data archiving solution
News from Moritex Europe (13 July 2006)
Type 'K' 20th Birthday
Over the past 20 years, the Mastermag Type 'K' overband separator has evolved in technology and performance to become the best selling separator and a market leader in Recycling and Quarrying
News from Master Magnets (13 July 2006)
Assistive technology competition
Oxford Creativity has collaborated with Bath Institute of Medical Engineering to launch a nationwide problem solving competition.
News from Oxford Creativity (13 July 2006)
Information Terminals for Industrial Applications
Setting up on-site information systems on the factory floor is simple with Lohmeier's new Workstation WS series.
News from Lohmeier Enclosure Systems (13 July 2006)
New S300 smallest device of its type in the world
Laser safety solution offers power, compactness and flexibility
News from Sick (UK) (13 July 2006)
Greater focus for waste water processing
New Mecwash division brings greater focus than ever before to industrial waste water processing
News from MecWash Systems (13 July 2006)
First French Reseller for Myworkplan
Sescoi appoints its first reseller for Myworkplan in France and seeks distributors and resellers in international markets
News from Sescoi International (13 July 2006)
Digital Radio Has Arrived
Icom UK are proud to announce the launch of the IC-F4029SDR professional licence free digital transceiver.
News from Icom (UK) (13 July 2006)
Deburring machine pays for itself
Fullwood is creaming off the benefits of the latest technology thanks to purchasing a new machine from market leading surface preparation experts Wheelabrator Group. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (13 July 2006)
Hyundai Steel builds successful web PDM system
User Application Article Information from widespread sites now easily accessible and 24-hour operation significantly reduces drawing procurement time
News from Dassault Systemes (13 July 2006)
Brookes and Gatehouse uses AccuStar tilt sensors
B and G has the best name in marine electronic systems and relies on its suppliers to deliver quality components every time, thus its continued association with Sherborne Sensors.
News from Sherborne Schaevitz (13 July 2006)
Conservative party leader visits fuel cell company
During his visit to Bac2, UK Conservative party leader David Cameron expressed interest in the fact that it is the only company in the UK manufacturing bipolar plates.
News from Bac2 (13 July 2006)
Firstaid4sport scoops e-business award
A leading UK supplier of first aid equipment, Firstaid4sport, has landed a prestigious award for e-business, at the Lincolnshire and Rutland Business Awards.
News from Firstaid4sport.co.uk (13 July 2006)
September training courses for H and S managers
West End Training is offering three training courses in September that may be of interest to health and safety managers.
News from West End Training (13 July 2006)
Inverter welder is generator friendly
The Beta Arc BA160 DC inverter welding machine makes the ideal machine for the security industry.
News from Beta Century (UK) (12 July 2006)
Flow meter is ideal for fuel gases
The highly reliable ST75 flow meter is the ideal solution for the measurement and monitoring of fuel gases, such as natural gas, methane and bio-gases.
News from Fluid Components International (12 July 2006)
Adapter speeds instrumentation connections
A revolutionary new product designed and manufactured by Barnstaple-based Parker Instrumentation promises to save global process Industries millions of pounds a year. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division (12 July 2006)
One DIN rail instrument does it all
A signal convertor, signal isolator, trip amplifier, dual channel mathematical signal processing unit with logical operations and serial to Modbus convertor are all rolled into one device.
News from Measurement and Control Technology (12 July 2006)
Linear drive is even more versatile
The Amacoil/Uhing model RS linear drive now offers a wider range of linear pitch settings for improved versatility and functionality in meeting linear motion application requirements.
News from Amacoil (12 July 2006)
Human-powered bike set to lay down record
User Application Article A Canadian designer has used SolidWorks and Cosmos software to develop and optimise a human-powered vehicle that will attempt the 24-hour distance record in July.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (12 July 2006)
DIY metal detector is simple to set up
The Saxon AP 1 is a DIY metal detector board that can be set up in a couple of hours and configured for many types of inline or aperture metal detecting tasks.
News from Essex Metal Detectors (12 July 2006)
Smart charging options encourage battery switch
User Application Article Wincanton has switched to the EnerSys Hawker brand of batteries for the entire lift truck fleet at its national chilled distribution centre (NDC) in Gloucester.
News from EnerSys Motive Power (12 July 2006)
Networking is key to keeping up with technology
A man who spends his days predicting the technologies of the future last night encouraged a audience of Yorkshire businesses and academics to "keep talking" to achieve success.
News from Yorkshire Forward (12 July 2006)
Software tools speed sensor system development
SensorBridge is a sensor-based toolset, featuring design-time and run-time components, which enables rapid development and flexible management of diverse sensor-based applications.
News from Augusta Systems (12 July 2006)
Fieldbus systems accelerate pigment production
User Application Article Production of pearl lustre pigments by the Merck plant at Gernsheim in Germany has been expanded significantly to meet the growth in demand.
News from Profibus Group (12 July 2006)
Professional CAD package expands its features
ProgeSoft has released an update to ProgeCAD 2006 Professional, increasing supported features and compatibility.
News from ProgeSoft (12 July 2006)
Weight savings tip the scales in cylinder choice
User Application Article Jimmy Kelly Truck and Trailer Bodies uses CS series hydraulic cylinders to help save weight on its latest vehicle designs.
News from Edbro (12 July 2006)
Vibration switches are electronic and mechanical
Electronic and mechanical vibration switches protect critical machinery from costly failure, by initiating an alarm or shut down when excessive vibration is detected.
News from Techni Measure (12 July 2006)
Paper plant maker adopts process modelling package
Voith Paper Heidenheim has chosen PSE's gPROMS advanced process modelling software as its company-wide modelling platform.
News from Process Systems Enterprise (12 July 2006)
Postgrad certificate covers polymer engineering
A postgraduate certificate in polymer engineering will be available from the University of Wolverhampton's School of Engineering and the Built Environment from September 2006.
News from Smithers Rapra (12 July 2006)
Wireless Ethernet comms in industrial environments
Technical Background Article Implementation of wireless Ethernet solutions is migrating into the industrial arena, says Ian Poulett of Westermo Data Communications.
News from Westermo Data Communications (12 July 2006)
Munich show delivers East European success
Eriez Magnetics Europe reports that its recent participation in the Ceramitec exhibition resulted in a large number of visitors to the stand, drawing a high level of technical and commercial interest. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (12 July 2006)
Permanent magnet contract lasts until 2007
Eriez has been working with Fintec in Ballygawley, Co Tyrone, since 2001, and has now secured a contract to fulfil its monthly requirement for suspended permanent magnets until the year 2007. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (12 July 2006)
UK spring maker joins European group
The Lesjofors Group of Companies, one of Europe's largest and most diverse manufacturers of springs, has acquired specialist UK spring maker Harris Springs.
News from Harris Springs (12 July 2006)
Light-load actuator is speedy performer
Belt driven linear actuator is designed to accommodate lighter loads in high-volume high-speed linear motion applications.
News from Macron Dynamics (12 July 2006)
Catalogue calculates cooling requirements
A new 2006 product catalogue includes a sizing calculator for determining cooling requirements.
News from Ice Qube (12 July 2006)
Bucket and belt system raises lift capacity
The 4B SJ elevator bucket and steel web belt system is 4B's answer to the industry's demand for larger capacities, more efficiency and cost effectivness. Brochure Available
News from 4B Braime Elevator Components (12 July 2006)
Arup signs to resell Simpleware
Arup, the distributor of LS-Dyna software in the UK and Ireland, has signed an agreement to resell the Simpleware suite of software products to its software user base.
News from Simpleware (12 July 2006)
Tokyu car to streamline design processes
User Application Article Railway rolling stock manufacturer aims for greater business efficiency and improved quality with 3D product development from basic concept to detailed design
News from Dassault Systemes (12 July 2006)
The BOHS Autumn 'Hot Topics' meeting
BOHS's Autumn 'Hot Topics' Meeting will take place on Wednesday 4 October 2006 at the Manchester Conference Centre.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society (12 July 2006)
HSE launches programme to protect 2million workers
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is launching a new Programme aimed at protecting the 2million or more GB workers that from suffering permanent damage to their health as a result of their work.
News from Health and Safety Executive (12 July 2006)
HSE updates 'Five steps to risk assessment' guide
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is urging businesses to spend less time dotting 'i's and crossing 't's and more time on putting practical actions into effect.
News from Health and Safety Executive (12 July 2006)
Manipulation of machinery safety devices
Technical Background Article Frank Schrever of Pilz Safe Automation discusses the implications of a recent BGIA Study: "Manipulation of protective devices".
News from Pilz Safe Automation Australia (12 July 2006)
New BSI book - A Guide to Emergency Lighting
To help all those involved in designing, installing and manufacturing emergency lighting systems meet new fire safety legislation, BSI has just released A Guide to Emergency Lighting.
News from BSI British Standards (12 July 2006)
Levelling mounts stay in their sockets
Nylon base machinery mounts with tapped sockets swivel 15 in all directions.
News from Winco (11 July 2006)
Handheld computers and terminals go RoHS compliant
PSMT, PDS and Jett families of handheld computers and ProMotion, ProTerm, SMT, TechTerm, HV Series and 80 Series terminals are now RoHS compliant in their standard configurations.
News from Two Technologies (11 July 2006)
Aerospace show to feature full CADCAM suite
Delcam will demonstrate the latest developments in its CADCAM systems for the design and manufacture of metal and composite aerospace components at the Airtec exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 July 2006)
Software simplifies surgical engineering
User Application Article Using PowerShape, CopyCAD and PowerMill five-axis software, South India Surgical Company needs just two engineers to meet all its design and manufacturing requirements with ease. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 July 2006)
Pneumatic circuit CAD software is free to download
Pneu-Draw is a Windows-based program for assisting in the design of pneumatic circuits.
News from Pneu-Store.co.uk (11 July 2006)
Electrical test instruments available online
Elite Test Equipment has upgraded its website with added extras like downloadable datasheets, Instruction books and a new 128bit SSL secure payment page which accepts all major credit and debit cards.
News from Elite Test Equipment (11 July 2006)
Couplings combine stiffness with low inertia
Couplings feature zero backlash and even higher torsional stiffness required in today's demanding servomotor applications with high reverse loads and precision positioning requirements. Brochure Available
News from Zero-Max (11 July 2006)
Miller, Ravalli and Spurr come onboard
Matt Miller, Sab Ravalli and William Spurr have joined the board of directors at Agile Systems.
News from Agile Systems (11 July 2006)
Safety bus system sets the trend
More than 20,000 Profisafe systems and nearly 190,000 Profisafe nodes are already in use worldwide, 10% of which in process automation.
News from Profibus Group (11 July 2006)
Report analyses markets for flame retardants
Ceresana Research has just finished compiling a study on the market for flame retardant materials.
News from Ceresana Research (11 July 2006)
Maintenance-free roller chains last longer
Megalife II chains feature improved wear-resistance and durability through the thermochemical treatment of their pins, guaranteeing a long lifespan even at speeds above 3m/s.
News from Iwis-Flexon (11 July 2006)
Six-axis platform handles heavier loads
A novel high-load Hexapod is designed for for astronomy applications and other alignment tasks. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (11 July 2006)
Flow service centre set for the Netherlands
In October, Emerson Process Management will commence operations at a new flow service centre for customers of Micro Motion, Rosemount Flow, and Brooks Instrument measurement products.
News from Emerson Process Management (11 July 2006)
Telemetry system demand leads to expansion
Nortech Management has embarked on a major expansion to cater for the increasing demand for its low cost telemetry products.
News from Nortech Management (11 July 2006)
PLM software turns to embedded systems modelling
Dassault Systemes has outlined its Catia Systems strategy, putting embedded systems modelling at the heart of Catia.
News from Dassault Systemes (11 July 2006)
Architecture bridges PLM to the enterprise
Dassault Systemes' V5 Service Oriented Architecture strategy aims to extend the benefits of PLM solutions to new markets and new types of users and communities.
News from Dassault Systemes (11 July 2006)
Springs set the seal for automotive pumps
Precision parts supplied by Bauer Springs are used extensively in the manufacture of vane cell pumps as widely specified within the European automotive industry.
News from Bauer (11 July 2006)
Citrus based solvent gives a lift to maintenance
User Application Article A leading lift and escalator industry giant has specified De.Solv.It high performance degreaser (DSI 1000) as the product for use in its essential maintenance and service procedure. Brochure Available
News from Mykal Industries (11 July 2006)
Expansion accommodates more electrical products
With 2000m2 of floor space at its new premises, Cee Norm has increased staffing levels in sales, accounts and the warehouse.
News from Cee-Norm UK (11 July 2006)
Gaskets maintain maximum sealing integrity
High performance encapsulated gaskets are designed for use with cam-lock and quick release pipeline couplings. Brochure Available
News from Dichtomatik (11 July 2006)
Gate valves last longer in abrasive application
User Application Article Double flap gate valves overcome premature wear and performance problems on roadstone coating plants.
News from European Gate Valves (11 July 2006)
Welding kit delivers professional users up to 300A
Welding power sources and wire feeders are developed for professional users working with general welding applications requiring welding currents of up to 300A and wire diameters up to 1.2mm. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (11 July 2006)
Novel camera visualises sound
An acoustic camera makes noise phenomena visible, enabling specific acoustic sources to be located in complex structures and their frequency content analysed.
News from Caesar DataSystems (11 July 2006)
Predictive intelligence prevents plant failure
User Application Article Machinery health management technologies have enabled BASF Antwerp to maximise plant output and reduce costs through the introduction of a maintenance strategy based on predictive intelligence.
News from Emerson Process Management (11 July 2006)
Hull manufacturing plant goes green with ISO14000
Donaldson Membranes' manufacturing plant in Hull has been awarded the environmental quality standard ISO14000.
News from Donaldson Membranes (11 July 2006)
Seminar seeks to set IT curriculum
A forthcoming seminar will bring together UK academics and delegates from industry to identify current enterprise implementation requirements.
News from Cranfield University (11 July 2006)
Gram force sensors replace industry standards
The Model SS gram-level force sensor is available in ranges of 0-60 (SS-3) and +/-30g (SS2).
News from PTC Electronics (11 July 2006)
Photoionisation lamps aid gas gas analysis
Heraeus Noblelight has developed a complete range of photoionisation lamps for gas chromatography and portable gas analysis.
News from Heraeus Noblelight (11 July 2006)
Special effects resin helps make music more artful
User Application Article The ultramodern Vivo2 line uses GE Plastics' Lexan Visualfx special effects resin for stunning visual impact combined with high performance.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (11 July 2006)
Rail-mounted supplies provide more power
Calex Electronics has added two high power models to its range of highly successful DIN rail mounted linear regulated power supplies.
News from Calex Electronics (11 July 2006)
Measuring wheel system analyses F1 forces
User Application Article The Renault F1 team is using a specially developed version of the Kistler RoaDyn measuring wheel system to gather data about the real-time performance of its Grand Prix car.
News from Kistler Instruments (11 July 2006)
Capacitive level sensors learn new lessons
Carol Gavazzi has extended its self learn/remote teach technology to capacitive level sensors, with the introduction of a new sensor family primarily aimed at the plastics and rubber industries.
News from Carlo Gavazzi (11 July 2006)
Enhanced PLM for the medical device industry
PLM accelerator drives profitability, collaboration and compliance at each stage of the product lifecycle
News from Dassault Systemes (11 July 2006)
IEC to develop symbols for computing equipment
IEC Subcommittee 3C is developing new symbols for equipment in the computer area.
News from IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) (11 July 2006)
DWG viewer adds redlining and markup
ProgeSoft has updated its ProgeCAD DWG viewer, based on the IntelliCAD 6.1 CAD engine, including redlining and markup.
News from ProgeSoft (10 July 2006)
Convention teaches lessons from other industries
The European Power Transmission Distributors Association will host its 8th annual convention in Vienna from 20th to 22nd September 2006.
News from EPTDA (10 July 2006)
Mains flex stays flexible in the cold
A new Arctic Grade PVC mains flex stays flexible at temperatures down to -20C.
News from Nexans (10 July 2006)
Small AC drives stimulate the market
User Application Article One of the UK's leading independent electrical wholesalers is seeing a surge in sales of small AC drives led by increasing interest in the new Commander SK. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (10 July 2006)
France comes onboard
International valve actuation group Rotork has appointed Peter France to its main board.
News from Rotork Controls (10 July 2006)
Novel construction method boosts drive density
Control Techniques set out to produce the most compact high power AC drives on the market with the design of its latest flagship AC drives. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (10 July 2006)
AC drive range extends to 132kW
Control Techniques has extended the power range of Commander SK AC drives up to 132kW, and reckons that never before has so much power and versatility been packed into such a small space. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (10 July 2006)
Service targets aerospace suppliers at Farnborough
A new campaign aims to encourage manufacturers working within the aerospace supply chain industry to take advantage of the wide range of benefits the DTI Manufacturing Advisory Service has to offer.
News from Manufacturing Advisory Service - West Midlands (10 July 2006)
Wormgear units drop in to upgrade lift drives
User Application Article When Glasgow City Council urgently needed to repair a lift drive in a residential high rise building it maintains in the city centre, Renold was the ideal answer.
News from Renold Gears (10 July 2006)
Acquisition system automates race scrutineering
User Application Article A powerful new automated scrutineering system made life easy for the organisers of the recent Le Mans 24 Hour Race.
News from Stack (10 July 2006)
Resins offer choices for automotive lighting
The Lexan Xtreme Heat resin portfolio offers automotive lighting designers new material choices for their most demanding applications.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (10 July 2006)
Precision pressure sensors suit materials testing
Gefran TPS and TPSA precision pressure sensors are ideally suited to high-pressure materials testing applications such as concrete or soil compression testing.
News from SensorsOne (10 July 2006)
Advanced materials improve robot performance
User Application Article Industrial robots with carbon-fibre booms reduce or eliminate vibration typically experienced with typical aluminium designs.
News from CompoTech (10 July 2006)
Engineering and marketing combine for award win
Rencol Tolerance Rings has won a top business award for its engineering and marketing achievements. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings (10 July 2006)
Weighing system checks for radioactive loads
SafeWeigh is the latest innovation from industrial weighing specialist Weightron Bilanciai and is specifically designed for the detection of radioactivity in vehicle loads.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (10 July 2006)
Voice coil motor develops more force
An all-new concept in magnet design and construction has enabled the development of a voice coil motor that develops between 30 and 40% more force than other devices using a similar coil. Brochure Available
News from Geeplus (10 July 2006)
Image sensors upgrade machine vision performance
Cognex has added three new cameras to its popular range of DVT SmartImage sensors.
News from Allen Bennett Controls (10 July 2006)
Grease performs under extreme conditions
A new grade of grease is designed for those "mission impossible" applications that exhibit extremes of temperature and pressure.
News from Sovereign Lubricants and Seals (10 July 2006)
Users receive Inventor 11 training at conference
More than 170 customers attended the latest series of user conferences held recently by UK Autodesk solutions provider Micro Concepts at Thame and the Imperial War Museum, Duxford.
News from Micro Concepts (10 July 2006)
LVDTs drop in to power generation applications
Macro Sensors offers a broad range of LVDT linear position sensors in various configurations and outputs to satisfy the requirements of both current and legacy turbine installations.
News from Macro Sensors (10 July 2006)
Software simulates tube-bending operations
Pam-Tube 2G is a new suite of stamping-simulation software packages that are tailor-made for tube bending and hydroforming processes.
News from ESI Group (10 July 2006)
Neat oils are healthier option
Castrol Industrial has introduced two new high performance neat oils to its grinding range.
News from Castrol UK (10 July 2006)
Processors are upgraded without loss of production
Invensys Process Systems is currently working on an upgrade of the Foxboro automation system on BASF's acetylene plant at the company's world-scale petrochemicals complex in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
News from Invensys (10 July 2006)
Analysis workflows work with Catia V5
The latest software product from the Simulia brand improves the deployment of high-value analysis workflows and advanced simulation technology across product development organisations.
News from Abaqus (10 July 2006)
Laser-welded nylon is clear cut winner in gearbox
User Application Article A tube of hot-oil-resistant DuPont Zytel nylon carries oil from the filter to the six-speed direct-shift gearbox's control unit of Volkswagen's trend-setting dual-clutch gearbox.
News from DuPont (UK) (10 July 2006)
Hydraulic filters clean up on downtime
Hydraulic filter elements are designed to eliminate the problems of equipment downtime and failure caused by fluid contamination. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (10 July 2006)
Powder flow behaviour explained
Any materials users who want to know more about the measurement and control of powder flow will be able to get their questions answered at a specially organised seminar.
News from Powdermatrix (10 July 2006)
Pump technology turns to cooling electronics
The Flowserve Guardian 3000 is the company's first production pump designed for use in cooling computer processors and graphics chips in high-end consumer personal computers.
News from Flowserve (10 July 2006)
Theorem gets closer to Dassault Systems
Theorem Solutions, a member of the DS CAA V5 (Component Application Architecture) development programme, has been upgraded to a CAAV5 Software Partner.
News from Theorem Solutions (10 July 2006)
Simple drive takes control of rotational casting
User Application Article The Commander SK simple AC drive has been selected as an essential component in a revolutionary rotational casting machine designed and manufactured by Ethical Innovatory Solutions. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (10 July 2006)
Williams signs for generation management
Williams Power has selected Invensys to implement an InFusion-based generation management system (GMS) for its fleet of electrical generation assets.
News from Invensys (10 July 2006)
Scheme recognises safe industrial practices
Clyde Materials Handling is one of the latest group of successful companies to join a leading edge scheme, designed to help industry improve its safety record.
News from Clyde Materials Handling (10 July 2006)
More choice in infra-red carbon dioxide sensors
The GasCheck family of IR CO2 sensors features high accuracy, long term stability, negligible cross sensitivity, small size and low power consumption. Brochure Available
News from Edinburgh Instruments (10 July 2006)
Carbon fibre composite components go on (air)show
Visoneering, a leading engineering partner for automotive, aerospace and other manufacturing industries is exhibiting for the first time at this year's Farnborough International Air Show.
News from Visioneering UK (10 July 2006)
Overall equipment effectiveness consolidates KPIs
Technical Background Article OEE solutions have the potential to improve plant performance and asset utilisation, and bring significant and almost immediate ROI. Brochure Available
News from Citect (10 July 2006)
Cleanroom contamination covered by new standard
A new standard covers the classification of airborne molecular contamination in cleanrooms and associated controlled environments.
News from BSI British Standards (10 July 2006)
Machinery safety standard is revised
Machinery designers, developers, manufacturers, installers and service engineers need to comply with the requirements set out in the Machinery Directive 98/37/EC.
News from BSI British Standards (10 July 2006)
Drive scoops plastics industry award
The Commander SK has won Industrial Product Design of the Year in the 2006 Plastics Industry Awards. Brochure Available
News from Control Techniques (10 July 2006)
Students tackle reverse engineering tasks
Applying reverse engineering techniques with 3D solid modelling designs, students were challenged to recreate CAD designs of physical mechanical items.
News from Tech Ed Concepts (10 July 2006)
Mapping module makes sense of sensor data
AKCP, the oldest and largest manufacturer of SNMP based environmental and security monitoring solutions, has released a new Mapping Module for the AKCP Sensor Notification Matrix.
News from AKCP (10 July 2006)
Investment boosts ballscrew and nut production
During the first half of 2006 WMH Transmissions has invested almost GBP 250,00 in new machinery to increase its manufacturing capacity.
News from WMH Transmissions (10 July 2006)
Dosing pumps passed fit for refinery duties
Alldos KM 250 and KM 280 series piston diaphragm dosing pumps from are now available with API certification for use in the refinery sector. Brochure Available
News from Grundfos Alldos (10 July 2006)
Mobile robots tackle many tasks
Lightweight, ruggedised, fully assembled mobile robots can be used for a variety of applications that require the flexibility of powerful, low-profile and low-cost robotic platforms.
News from Powerhouse (10 July 2006)
3D software turns to car plant design
IronCAD today announced Carline, its latest add-on for automotive assembly line designers is available as a built-in feature for version 9.0.
News from IronCAD (10 July 2006)
Open calling interface for device operating tools
Profibus International has published the first set of documents specifying its Tool Calling Interface, an open calling interface for device operating tools.
News from Profibus Group (10 July 2006)
Analyser gets the measure of dissolved ozone
An innovative dissolved ozone analyser provides reliable online monitoring and control of ozonation systems. Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (10 July 2006)
Instrumentation designed and made to order
Grant Instruments has set up a bespoke development and manufacturing business to provide scientific and industrial products that meet customers' application-specific requirements.
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (10 July 2006)
Lubrication system minimises waste and pollution
A minimal quantity lubrication (MQL) system brings economical, safer and environmental benefits to lubrication at the cutting tip in many machining operations.
News from Bielomatik (10 July 2006)
Difference in Public/Private Sector Sick Leave
Technical Background Article The popular view that public sector workers take more sick leave than their private sector counterparts is misleading says an HSE report.
News from Health and Safety Executive (10 July 2006)
PCL Pumps up the Volume at Reifen 2006
PCL has reported excellent feedback from Reifen visitors viewing its world-leading portfolio of tyre inflation products.
News from PCL (10 July 2006)
PCL'S Partnership with Tora Petrol Triples Sales
PCL, has announced that its partnership with Tora Petrol has increased its market share in the petrol forecourt market in Turkey from less than 15% to over 80% of the market.
News from PCL (10 July 2006)
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