News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 August
to Saturday 19 August 2006
Conference considers sound reproduction
The 22nd Reproduced Sound conference will be held on Friday and Saturday 3rd and 4th November 2006 at the Oxford Hotel, Oxford. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (18 August 2006)
Collaboration software makes most of flat world
To effectively survive and compete in the flat world, companies need to take advantage of new communications technologies and seek international collaboration.
News from Trubiquity (18 August 2006)
Adhesive tapes simplify foam applications
Adchem provides acrylic and rubber adhesive systems and acrylic/rubber hybrid products for OEMs and leading foam and gasket fabricators nationwide.
News from Adchem Corporation (18 August 2006)
Interfaces aid safety-relevant applications
NAMUR interface modules and Ex isolating amplifiers comply with the requirements of SIL2 for functional safety. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (18 August 2006)
Conductive paints provide EMI shielding
Recognising the need to meet increased environmental legislation, Applied Coating Technologies has introduced two new conductive paints for EMI shielding.
News from Applied Coating Technologies (18 August 2006)
Water meter overcomes convention
The Waterflux water meter delivers all the advantages of mechanical water meters while offering an elegant solution for traditionally problematic applications.
News from Krohne (18 August 2006)
Shock loggers offer more options
Micro ShockLog provides a cost-effective solution for monitoring environmental influences, especially shock and vibration, on goods in transit. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (18 August 2006)
Robots show off conveyor tracking at Motek
TM Robotics will be demonstrating an innovative conveyor and vision tracking system at Motek this year. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (18 August 2006)
Agreement allows ink expansion
DataLase has signed an agreement for Xsys to market a complete range of inks produced using DataLase's patented, award-winning DataLase process, via a nonexclusive licence agreement.
News from DataLase (18 August 2006)
Sewage works data acquisition is hazardous task
User Application Article AV Technology has completed a six week exercise to monitor and record in-service loadings on scraper blades operating in the primary settlement tanks at Davyhulme Sewage Treatment Works. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (18 August 2006)
Modelling software to adapt to space demands
DEM Solutions is working with NASA to develop a new modelling capability which adds electrostatic forces to the particle dynamic modelling capability of its core EDEM software suite.
News from DEM Solutions (18 August 2006)
Product book covers 95% of hose ranges
Popular Product Price Book has enhanced information in a new format containing all the latest product detail, fully priced and with reference to many new and innovative products.
News from Stauff UK (18 August 2006)
Grinding processes are simulated in 3D
3D tool simulation for Numrotoplus, from NUM Corporation, simulates the actual grinding process and presents it in a 3D display.
News from NUM (UK) (18 August 2006)
Polymer finds application on Airbus door handle
User Application Article Polymer helps aviation supplier comply with stringent aircraft safety standards and reduce the weight on Airbus door handle systems.
News from Victrex USA (18 August 2006)
Product guide brings fastener ranges together
A newly updated 12-page "Product guide and index to bulletins" serves as a quick and easy reference source for fastener products and installation equipment available from PennEngineering.
News from PennEngineering (18 August 2006)
Four key aspects to locking fasteners
Technical Background Article There are four things engineers must know about locking fasteners to keep their products and careers in the fast lane, says Del Williams.
News from Spiralock (18 August 2006)
Coal-fuelled plant to adopt digital architecture
Emerson Process Management has won a contract to install its PlantWeb digital plant architecture with the Ovation expert control system at We Energies Oak Creek Expansion Project.
News from Emerson Process Management (18 August 2006)
Solid-state meter cuts cost of flow measurement
Clamp-on ultrasonic meter is capable of measuring bidirectional flow through metal, plastic and even lined pipes without altering the piping.
News from Flow Technology (18 August 2006)
Industrial Ethernet rail switch keeps it simple
The KIEN1005 simple industrial Ethernet rail switch is specially designed for industrial applications.
News from Kyland Telecom Technology (18 August 2006)
Meter measures water vapour transmission
An all-new instrument for measuring water vapour permeability can test not only finished products, but also sheets of raw materials and individual components such as seals.
News from Versaperm (18 August 2006)
IT recruitment division moves in-house
The NES Group is undertaking a brand extension initiative which involves the rebranding and relocation of NESco, the company's IT recruitment division and its training arm, AIM Academy.
News from NES Group (18 August 2006)
Metal injection moulding of titanium explained
Powdermatrix Faraday is sponsoring a workshop on metal injection moulding of titanium powder at the Euro PM2006 Conference in Belgium.
News from Ceram (18 August 2006)
GSM module extends reach of signal columns
Novel GSM module for Sirius 8WD44 signal columns sends either standard or bespoke SMS text messages to a mobile phone or can even make a call to a landline.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 August 2006)
Masterclass explains lean essentials
A two-day masterclass in Manchester next month will lift the veil on the mysteries of going lean, which top manufacturers confirm is a proven diet for success.
News from Manufacturing Institute (18 August 2006)
Scada system evolves with company growth
User Application Article Envases uses its Simatic WinCC Scada system with Web Navigator option to monitor mission critical process equipment and maintain compliance with regulations for atmospheric pollution.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (18 August 2006)
Compact cameras come with Gigabit Ethernet
To complement its popular GE range of GigE cameras, Prosilica has released details of its new compact GC range.
News from Prosilica (18 August 2006)
Chemical pumps are better by design
Self-priming chemical pumps save time and money for tanker offloading, chemical transfer, chemical filling, recirculation and process duties.
News from Chem Resist Group (18 August 2006)
Shortform provides concise overview of conduit
To assist in the specification of the correct electrical conduit, Kopex International has now introduced a new version of its Shortform Product Guide.
News from Kopex International (18 August 2006)
Control optimisation explained
Training courses are devoted to the application of ExperTune PID Tuner software.
News from Control Specialists (18 August 2006)
Diesel project aims for ultra-low emissions
Advanced research programme aims to remove the diesel combustion engine from the environmental debate on regulated emissions.
News from Ricardo (18 August 2006)
CFD software perfects flush valve design
User Application Article Johnson Design engineers solve design problems using software rather than hardware prototypes. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (18 August 2006)
Module puts Bluetooth in motor control
JVL has recently developed a new module that enables Bluetooth connection directly to the MAC range of motors.
News from JVL Industri Elektronik (18 August 2006)
Logger takes temperature in harsh environments
Stand-alone temperature logger features a stationary base for placement inside autoclaves, ovens, dishwashers and other harsh environments.
News from MadgeTech (18 August 2006)
UPS systems are made for industrial integration
The Allen-Bradley 1609-P UPS line offers a range of high-density double-conversion online UPSs in the 3-10kVA power range.
News from Rockwell Automation (18 August 2006)
Caged ball system promises superb smoothness
Ball cage guides feature minimum ball and cage contact, reducing friction, extending system life and promoting higher load and movement capacities. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (18 August 2006)
Magnetic safety switches live longer
Magnetically actuated switches are available in a large selection of contact configurations and feature a NEMA 6 enclosure to provide a minimum of one million actuations.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (18 August 2006)
BOHS to run two webinars in October
BOHS's Hazardous Substances Special Interest Group is to run two Autumn Webinars - on-line live tutorials with voice communication by a conventional conference telephone call.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society (18 August 2006)
Fatal injuries statistics for 2005/2006
The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) has published the latest detailed statistics on workplace fatal injuries in 2005/06 - Statistics of Fatal Injuries 2005/2006.
News from Health and Safety Executive (18 August 2006)
Fatal injuries to British workers at record low
The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) has published the annual fatal injury statistics showing the lowest fatal injury number on record.
News from Health and Safety Executive (18 August 2006)
Harmonics considerations for panel builders
Technical Background Article Should mains harmonic distortion be a major concern for panel builders? Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) (17 August 2006)
World steel output continues to rise
The latest forecast by MEPS (International) for global output of steel in 2006 is 1215 million tonnes.
News from MEPS (International) (17 August 2006)
Maintenance matters to the fore at regional show
New regional exhibition and educational event taking place at Newbury Exhibition Centre will feature a series of maintenance seminars.
News from Western Business Exhibitions (17 August 2006)
NPL acquires microsystems analyser
NPL has added a Polytec MSA-400 microsystems analyser to its armoury of tools working in the micro and nano domain. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (17 August 2006)
Offshore expertise leads to contract wins
Peter Brotherhood has secured two orders from Single Buoy Moorings worth a total of GBP 3.5 million.
News from Peter Brotherhood (17 August 2006)
Dispensing system suits robotic applications
Mid-sized shot meter is ideal for robotic and automated dispensing applications such as bonding, gasketting, filling and sealing operations.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (17 August 2006)
Motion control in the semiconductor industry
Technical Background Article The last five years have been somewhat of a roller coaster ride in the semiconductor industry - with an emphasis on downward motion, says Dave Arguin of Kerk Motion Products.
News from Kerk Motion Products (17 August 2006)
Distribution deal targets security industry
Honeywell Power Products has joined with ADI to provide the security industry easy access to HPP's complete line of fire, video, intrusion and access control power supplies.
News from Honeywell Power Products (17 August 2006)
Flowmeters take communications to Hart
The Innova-Flo Volumetric Vortex product line now features an entirely redesigned electronics package including Hart communications protocol.
News from Sierra Instruments (17 August 2006)
Grant brings novel metals process to market
Investment helps Metalysis to commercialise its state-of-the-art metal production technology, set up a manufacturing plant and create more than 130 highly skilled jobs.
News from Yorkshire Forward (17 August 2006)
Italians slow to adopt laser welding
Survey finds that the Italian laser welding equipment market earned revenues of $41.8 million in 2004 and estimates to reach $77.7 million in 2011.
News from Frost and Sullivan (17 August 2006)
Mill gearbox upgrade contract is renewed
The contract for the refurbishment of coal pulverising mills at Drax power station has been extended.
News from David Brown Engineering (17 August 2006)
Global conference series comes to the UK
Pantek will host the UK leg of Wonderware's WonderWorld 2006 global conference series at the Daventry Hotel, Northamptonshire on the 31st October and 1st November.
News from SolutionsPT (17 August 2006)
Scheme sets standards for service
The new GAMBICA Service Classes Scheme enables automation companies to define their service levels in accordance with an authoritative set of guidelines for equipment users.
News from Schneider Electric (17 August 2006)
Mountain bikers raise cash for charity
David Nicholl and Jamie Darling will complete a gruelling seven-day mountain bike challenge in Wales to aid Heart Research UK.
News from Schneider Electric (17 August 2006)
Stereolithography machine expands service scope
User Application Article FineLine Prototyping, a leading service provider, has purchased a Viper Pro SLA system for its stereolithography manufacturing needs.
News from 3D Systems Europe (17 August 2006)
Redesigned drive gets sewage works into gear
User Application Article Aerator gearbox breakdowns kept a sewage treatment works well below its planned capacity until Brevini designed a reliable replacement drive system.
News from Brevini (17 August 2006)
Hydraulic solenoid valve goes offshore
The DN5 Series is ideal for actuator and wellhead control, the valves delivering leak-tight shutoff and the ability to switch safely and reliably at high pressures. Brochure Available
News from Midland ACS (17 August 2006)
Optical pens feature modular design
Confocal chromatic optical pens aid profilometry, microtopography, roughness, autofocus vibrometry, inline inspection quality control and thickness measurements.
News from Armstrong Optical (17 August 2006)
CAD software is free for exhibition-goers
Delcam will offer free copies of its 3D design software PowerShape-e to all visitors to its stand at the Plastics Design and Moulding exhibition in Telford. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (17 August 2006)
Government should do more to help manufacturing
Ian Kimberley, newly appointed Chairman of the Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association, delivers his summer message.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (16 August 2006)
Aerospace supply chain gives warm reception
Sescoi used this year's Farnborough International Airshow to introduce its new MyWorkPlan job management software and the latest Version 18 of its WorkNC CAM/CAD software to the aerospace industry.
News from Sescoi International (16 August 2006)
Servo controller helps woodcutters' fast payback
User Application Article The PMAC has been put at the heart of an NC saw that cuts 50 x 100mm timber for angle and length to form wooden roof trusses.
News from Micromech (16 August 2006)
Rapid prototyping spreads to new applications
Technical Background Article The phrase "rapid prototyping" means different things to different people: here Martin Stevens MD of Unimatic gives an overview of the techniques and reviews its benefits. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (16 August 2006)
Wire feed unit adds range to welding
Wire feed unit complements the Aristo Mig high-specification welding power sources in advanced applications that require the operator to work at a distance from the power source. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (16 August 2006)
Gripper clamps from within
Sometimes the only way to hold a workpiece for machining or secondary operations is by gripping it from within. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (16 August 2006)
New source for steam equipment
Thorite has extended its comprehensive stocks of process system products to include a wide range of control and consumable components for use in steam systems.
News from Thorite (16 August 2006)
M2M software enables wireless backup
New software for the Arctic range of M2M products enables backup routing, fault-tolerant M2M servers and new VPN functionality.
News from Viola Systems (16 August 2006)
Silicone rubber specialises in cold duties
Specialised silicone rubber displays outstanding flexibility in extreme low temperature environments.
News from MTI Leewood (16 August 2006)
Swiss scanners provide precision reproductions
3D laser scanner is designed for digitising models, prototypes, objects and workpieces for both CAD and production duties. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (16 August 2006)
Magazine recognises the heat of innovation
Start-IT, a magazine covering companies providing technology to manufacturers, has named Blue Ridge Numerics one of its Hottest Companies of 2006.
News from Blue Ridge Numerics (16 August 2006)
International conference covers nanopolymers
Rapra Technology is organising a new international conference on nanopolymers to be held on 12th and 13th June 2007 in Germany.
News from Smithers Rapra (16 August 2006)
Tyco signs up to provide global support
In a joint agreement covering 16 different countries Tyco now supplies and supports Norgren's range of NAMUR valves and other fluid power products globally.
News from Norgren (16 August 2006)
Acquisition systems come with upgrade offer
Existing SoMat 2100 users are encouraged to trade in their units for SoMat eDAQ or eDAQ-Lite data acquisition systems.
News from nCode International (16 August 2006)
Acquisition adds magnetic iron oxides
Cathay Pigments (USA) has announced the completion of its purchase of ISK Magnetics of Valparaiso, Indiana.
News from Cathay Pigments (USA) (16 August 2006)
Sensors suit automated metering and dispensing
Flush diaphragm miniature pressure transducers with all-stainless-steel welded construction are ideal for applications in dispensing liquid gaskets, adhesives and sealants. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (16 August 2006)
Division focuses power transmission expertise
New division aims to expand sales of work handling and linear drive components throughout the UK and Ireland.
News from Gudel UK (16 August 2006)
Robot chosen for machining cell
Kuka Robotics Corporation has been selected by Robotic CNC Solutions of New Berlin, Wisconsin to provide robots for its new large format machining cell.
News from Kuka Robotics (16 August 2006)
Award is memorial to pump technology expert
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers has instigated an award in memory of long-time Flowserve employee and pump technology expert Dr Sankaraiyer Gopalakrishnan.
News from Flowserve (16 August 2006)
Dithering stages enable resolution enhancement
PI offers the high-speed, low-cost P-713 and P-714 x-y-dithering stages for resolution enhancement and scanning applications. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (16 August 2006)
Software has global appeal in the oil business
User Application Article Leading global oilfield service company Expro International Group has invested in 20 new seats of Autodesk Inventor to add to 10 already installed.
News from Imass (16 August 2006)
Monitors clean up on pollution compliance
Innovative suspended solids/turbidity and pH monitors help food manufacturers comply with recent Integrated Pollution Prevention Control (IPPC) regulations. Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (16 August 2006)
Health and Safety 07 - a new regional exhibition
New for 2007 is an exciting, regional health and safety event sponsored by DuPont for the North and South of England.
News from Health and Safety 07 (16 August 2006)
Regional show gains support from big-name players
With eight months to go before the first regional event, Health and Safety 07 has already secured an unprecedented level of support.
News from Health and Safety 07 (16 August 2006)
Munich conference to explain latest OPC spec
DevCon 2006 aims to educate software architects/developers, system integrators, OPC product developers and potential end users of the latest OPC specification.
News from OPC Foundation (15 August 2006)
Configuration tool brings CANbus HMIs to life
Windows configuration tool works with CANtrak range of large-format, automotive-grade LCD human-machine interfaces.
News from Teleflex Electronic Systems (15 August 2006)
Adhesive tapes control noise and vibration
Adchem offers a broad range of custom foam bonding adhesive tapes for sound attenuation and vibration dampening applications.
News from Adchem Corporation (15 August 2006)
Compressed air formulas calculated online
Boge Compressors has added an interactive engineer's tool to its website. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (15 August 2006)
Lubricated screw compressor keeps it quiet
CompAir is building on its reputation for continuous innovation with the launch of its new L50 lubricated screw compressor.
News from CompAir UK (15 August 2006)
Sayer leads edible marking line
Robert Sayer is the new Project Leader for DataLase Foodmark.
News from DataLase (15 August 2006)
Conference puts ELV Directive in perspective
An exciting two-day conference will address the challenges and response of industry to the European End-of-Life Directive.
News from DriveNet (15 August 2006)
PEI film is whiter than white
A new white grade of Ultem polyetherimide film is pigmented for high opacity to ensure barcode labels can be read correctly.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (15 August 2006)
Conferences unite abrasives and grinding
ISAAT 2007 and the SME International Grinding Conference will join forces from 25th to 28th September 2007 at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn, Michigan.
News from Society of Manufacturing Engineers (15 August 2006)
Flowmeter is made for abrasive substances
All-in-one electromagnetic flowmeter range is extended with the launch of a new model with flanged connections and a high-tech ceramic liner.
News from Krohne (15 August 2006)
Pierce fasteners get a grip on the Freelander 2
User Application Article Land-Rover uses 145 Profil clinch nuts and studs in the assembly of its all new Freelander 2 models. Brochure Available
News from Profil UK (15 August 2006)
Mid-market approach proves popular
UGS Corp has continued the momentum of its mid-market approach through UGS Velocity Series portfolio wins as well as increased channel expansion.
News from Siemens PLM Software (15 August 2006)
Digital manufacturing cuts costs for Mazda
User Application Article UGS Corp has helped Mazda Motor Corporation achieve significant improvements of production efficiency at its Hofu Plant with UGS' Tecnomatix digital manufacturing solution.
News from Siemens PLM Software (15 August 2006)
Chinese university aids software development
UGS Corp has signed an OEM agreement with Jilin University to integrate one-step formability analysis technology developed by JLU into its NX digital product development software.
News from Siemens PLM Software (15 August 2006)
Piano wire steps into shoe repair
User Application Article Wire supplied by William Hughes has been put to some unusual uses but none more-so than the 0.006in diameter steel piano wire supplied to Wax Twin Products of New Malden, Surrey.
News from Hughes (15 August 2006)
Software automates wafer readers
Cognex has unveiled In-Sight Explorer network automation software for In-Sight wafer readers.
News from Cognex UK (15 August 2006)
Filters clean up on hydraulics and lubrication
The new Hy-Pro range of filters offers higher efficiency, cleaner results and longer system component life than conventional ISO16889 accredited equivalents. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (15 August 2006)
Impact drivers add percussion drilling
Makita has added percussion drilling as a fourth operations mode to its 14.4 and 18V Li-ion impact drivers.
News from Makita UK (15 August 2006)
Kimberley takes the chair
Following the retirement of Mike Hall, Ian Kimberley has formerly assumed the Chairmanship of the Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (15 August 2006)
LED-based controllers aid inspection
Two new optical controllers operate in conjunction with the Stil range of dimensional measurement systems.
News from Armstrong Optical (15 August 2006)
Blackbody sources aid thermal calibration
Armstrong Optical has launched a range of blackbody sources offering a variety of resolution, accuracy and output aperture options.
News from Armstrong Optical (15 August 2006)
Nigerian FEED contract awarded
Foster Wheeler Energy and Foster Wheeler (Nigeria) have been awarded a front-end engineering design contract by Chevron Nigeria.
News from Foster Wheeler (15 August 2006)
IMechE Proceedings archives go online
One of the UK's oldest engineering publishing arms dating back to 1847 has taken over a century of historical documents onto the Internet for the first time.
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (15 August 2006)
Process modelling keeps cutting costs 10 years on
User Application Article Pavilion Technologies has reached a significant milestone with Braskem, Latin America's largest petrochemical company.
News from Pavilion Technologies (15 August 2006)
Why electric motors fail, and what to when they do
Technical Background Article Richard Hale, Managing Director of the Deritend Group gives some pointers.
News from Deritend Group (15 August 2006)
Wallchart compares ATEX with IECEx
Hawke International has produced a comprehensive hazardous area wallchart to explain the similarities between ATEX and IECEx certification.
News from Hawke International UK (15 August 2006)
Digital encoder cuts costs in motion control
Digital encoder enables engineers to simplify control system designs, eliminate interpolation modules and reduce motion platform costs.
News from Inmoco (15 August 2006)
Five-axis robots allow hands-on education
User Application Article Students at the University of Plymouth are now getting hands-on experience of flexible automation, following the installation of four high-tech Mitsubishi robots. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (15 August 2006)
Return line filters clean up hydraulic systems
User Application Article Specialist filtering equipment has reduced running costs on large five-axis milling machines used in the production of aircraft landing gear at Messier-Dowty in Gloucester. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (15 August 2006)
UGS continues solid growth
UGS Corp has announced second quarter 2006 results, with total revenue increasing to US $296.7 million, representing 4% growth over the same period a year earlier.
News from Siemens PLM Software (15 August 2006)
Easy upgrades prompt switch from Inventor
User Application Article Swiss mechanical engineering company Montech has standardised on SolidWorks software for all its new designs.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (15 August 2006)
Aseptic sampling system brews up a storm
A contamination-free aseptic sampling system, initially developed for the milk processing industry, is now gaining international recognition in the brewing and beverage industries
News from Sudmo UK (15 August 2006)
Robots are armed with heavyweight tool changers
Robot arm automatic tool changing system provides automatic connection of all services required and a choice of electric or hydraulic fail safe locking mechanisms.
News from Staubli UK (Connectors) (15 August 2006)
Bespoke lens design to improve range camera
Resolve Optics has been selected by Specialised Imaging to design a supply a novel relay lens for its SIR2 high-speed range camera. Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics (15 August 2006)
Manufacturing leaders elected to Fellowship
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) has elected four manufacturing industry leaders to its prestigious College of Fellows for 2006.
News from Society of Manufacturing Engineers (15 August 2006)
Encoder is 16x more accurate than resolvers
A novel capacitive encoder promises a profound impact within all industries and applications that employ brushless servo technology.
News from Sick (UK) (15 August 2006)
Pressure transmitters are on the level
Low level pressure transmitters are designed for shallow depth sensing in reservoir, rivers, streams, water treatment works, weirs, water tanks, filtration pits and open channels.
News from SensorsOne (15 August 2006)
Indian centre hosts heavyweight CAE hardware
Onward Technologies has unveiled a state-of-the-art CAE simulation and analysis centre, the first of its kind for an engineering services company in Pune.
News from Onward Technologies (15 August 2006)
Significant progress in energy saving technologies
Power Efficiency Corp has announced its second quarter results of operations, milestones and corporate focus over coming quarters.
News from Power Efficiency Corporation (15 August 2006)
Ceramics aid in metal component manufacture
Morgan Advanced Ceramics has developed a new ceramic form for metal component manufacture.
News from Morgan Advanced Ceramics (14 August 2006)
Recruitment event to be Britain's biggest
Careers and Jobs Live combines forces with the Evening Standard and Metro to create what promises to be Britain's largest recruitment, careers, training and education fair to date.
News from Jarvis Exhibitions (14 August 2006)
Simulation software highlights mechanical flaws
User Application Article Alexander Calder's design of Mountains and Clouds was the centrepiece in the atrium of the Hart Senate Office Building until a mechanical fault caused it to be shut down.
News from Algor (14 August 2006)
Rapid tooling set for launch at Telford event
Arrk Product Development Group will be using the well respected and attended PDM Show to officially unveil its new tooling setup at Teesside, UK.
News from Arrk PDG (14 August 2006)
Joint venture targets Chinese diesel market
Asimco Technologies and Phillips and Temro Industries are to establish a joint venture to design, manufacture and distribute electrical intake air heaters for the China diesel engine market.
News from Asimco Technologies (14 August 2006)
Casting facility tops Ford quality league
One of Asimco Technologies' casting facilities has been named named a Ford Q1 supplier - the highest quality honour given by Ford Motor Company.
News from Asimco Technologies (14 August 2006)
Seminars offer start with SolidWorks
Hands on seminars will reveal how AMAP can provide assistance to businesses in design, production, plant or procurement and applying digital technologies.
News from AMAP (University of Sunderland) (14 August 2006)
Bromley to develop manufacturer relationships
CMS Vibration Solutions has appointed Matthew Bromley as a director following a number of high profile contract wins for the anti-vibration and structural isolation specialist.
News from CMS Vibration Solutions (14 August 2006)
Inflatable seals secure fighter cockpits
A novel manufacturing process is used to fabricate the inflatable seals that secure the cockpits of fighter planes.
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (14 August 2006)
Hydraulic seals help keep helicopters aloft
User Application Article In 1998 Robinson Helicopter set out to find the best piston seals for the three servos powering the hydraulically boosted controls of its R44 helicopter.
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (14 August 2006)
Materials answer aerospace sealing demands
Novel materials meet specific needs of the aerospace industry, including high and/or low temperature resistance, compatibility with aggressive media and high pressure capabilities.
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (14 August 2006)
Service supplies process improvement
By working with MAS, Cadwalader's has set in motion systems that will help it meet the demands created by high growth, both now and in the future.
News from Manufacturing Advisory Service - West Midlands (14 August 2006)
Two-wire sensors save cabling and connections
Top performance two-wire DC sensors reduce the amount of cable and number of connection points in machine design by up to 33% compared with conventional three-wire products.
News from Contrinex UK (14 August 2006)
Addon comes free with SolidWorks 2007
Special offer provides a fully functional licence of DriveWorksXpress free for use with SolidWorks 2007 for qualifying purchases.
News from DriveWorks (14 August 2006)
Conductive compounds to the fore at PDM show
RTP Company will feature several cutting-edge technologies and product expansions at PDM 2006.
News from RTP Company (14 August 2006)
Accelerometer survives high-frequency shocks
Subminiature surface mount accelerometer suits extreme aerospace and test and measurement applications.
News from Endevco (14 August 2006)
Management system integrates with AutoCAD
User Application Article Cad-Capture and Hummingbird have implemented a project centric content management solution for Parsons Brinkerhoff.
News from Cad-Capture (14 August 2006)
Intelligent conversion manages oil industry data
User Application Article Over the last 8 years, Cad-Capture has processed in excess of two million pages of documents for Bonny Project Management Company.
News from Cad-Capture (14 August 2006)
Polycarbonate enclosures survive motorway duties
User Application Article The Fibox EK range is ideal for trackside, motorway or gantry mounted electrical equipment, where service access is restricted during heavy traffic periods.
News from Fibox (14 August 2006)
Chairman is delighted with performance
Foster Wheeler has reported net income for the three months ended 30th June 2006 of $43.1 million, or $0.61 per diluted share.
News from Foster Wheeler (14 August 2006)
Indian engineering services set for boom era
Nasscom has released the key findings of a study "Globalisation of engineering services - the next frontier for India".
News from Nasscom (14 August 2006)
Composites, adhesives and tooling on show
Industrial structural composites, adhesives and tooling materials will be on show from Huntsman Advanced Materials at Composites Europe 2006 in Germany.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (14 August 2006)
Russian outing for surface modelling software
ICEM is a Gold Sponsor of PLM Forum Russia 2006 taking place at the Radisson SAS Slavyanskaya Hotel, Moscow on 12th October 2006.
News from ICEM (14 August 2006)
Compact touchscreen has wide compatability
A small monochrome touchscreen boasts many improved functions.
News from Idec Electronics (14 August 2006)
Pressure switch offers electronic alternative
The new PK7 series electronic pressure switch with an easy-to-read scale is a boon for volume manufacturers of hydraulics and pneumatics, saving time and money to install. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (14 August 2006)
Locking springs suit high force applications
Industrial Gas Springs has made a further addition to its extensive range of locking springs.
News from Industrial Gas Springs (14 August 2006)
Blackwell signs for online delivery
Knovel Corporation has formed a new content partnership with Blackwell Publishing.
News from Knovel Corporation (14 August 2006)
Acquisition adds pressure to waterjetting
KMT has acquired Aqua-Dyne, a US company that manufactures high pressure waterjetting systems and accessories.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems (14 August 2006)
Distribution and circuit protection come together
A new catalogue illustrates the extensive electrical distribution and circuit protection product portfolio from Dorman Smith. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Energy Division (14 August 2006)
Datasheet details surface finishing
A new technical datasheet on diamond turning is available now for free download.
News from Precision-Optical Engineering (14 August 2006)
Vibration data logger is intrinsically safe
Data collector/analyser enables process, plant and maintenance engineers to take multiple-parameter vibration measurements in hazardous operating environments. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (14 August 2006)
Simulator smoothes out automotive design
User Application Article Magna Steyr has deployed LMS Virtual.Lab to support its full-vehicle NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) engineering activities. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (14 August 2006)
Porous metal parts provide high integrity
Mott Corporation has been working with industrial manufacturers on developing better products through the integration of porous metal.
News from Mott (14 August 2006)
Show provides focus for oil and gas expertise
The emphasis on John Crane's presence at ONS 2006 will be placed firmly on both the specialist products that the company manufactures for the global oil, gas and petrochemical industries.
News from Crane (14 August 2006)
Pressure measurement system majors on hydraulics
Digital pressure gauge and switch is a more effective alternative to a pressure sensor with built-in display, analogue or digital gauge and pressure switch. Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK (14 August 2006)
Compression style nuts eliminate backlash
Antibacklash nuts are designed to optimise system stiffness without sacrificing life or increasing drag torque.
News from Haydon Motion Europe (14 August 2006)
Molecular sieves dry mixed streams
Molecular sieves reduce potentially damaging moisture levels in products and processes to a safe or acceptable level and to maintain those levels. Brochure Available
News from Brownell (14 August 2006)
Training courses explain use of composites
Dark Matter Composites reckons it provides the most extensive and comprehensive range of composites courses in the UK.
News from Dark Matter Composites (14 August 2006)
Simulation software gains automotive addon
DynaFlexPro/Tire is an optional addon to Maple's DynaFlexPro package for modelling and simulating the dynamics of mechanical multiple-body systems. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (14 August 2006)
Ozone generator cleans up cooling towers
Nytrox Europe has developed radically improved water treatment unit for industrial scale cooling towers.
News from Nytrox Europe (14 August 2006)
Thales test engineers pioneer certification
Thales has become the first UK company to invest in training its team of test engineers to meet the demanding standards required of the Certified Fibre Characterisation Engineer qualification.
News from Optical Technology Training (14 August 2006)
Indicators board Universal Serial Bus
A new generation of digital indicators is the first to provide a USB interface.
News from Mahr Federal (14 August 2006)
Magnetic and optical encoders in position at PPMA
Packaging show to feature new range of washdown resistant position feedback encoders. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (14 August 2006)
Ties provide reliable long-term bundling
Self-locking cable ties combine the strength of 316 stainless steel with the protection of a coated polyester body.
News from Panduit (14 August 2006)
Near-IR cameras add resolution to machine vision
Short-wave IR linear digital video linescan cameras are easy to integrate, making them ideal for high-resolution machine vision and spectroscopic applications.
News from Goodrich Optical and Space Systems (14 August 2006)
Remote controller has easy web-based interface
Web based application platform delivers greater functionality and enhanced management of remote monitoring systems.
News from Dexdyne (14 August 2006)
Sponsored record cars just miss out
On Friday 7th June 2006, the NSK sponsored Split Second jet car driven by Mark Newby of Primetime Engineering reached a UK record breaking speed of 339mile/h. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (14 August 2006)
Pneumatic grippers have longer fingers
Grippers are equipped with a precise multi-tooth guidance so that forces and moments are spread over several surfaces, thereby enabling longer fingers. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (14 August 2006)
Lightweight arm handles up to 8kg
Working in conjunction with Amtec robotics, Schunk has launched a new modular lightweight arm. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (14 August 2006)
Forming simulation comes within reach
User Application Article StampingSimulation.com is enabling small tooling manufacturers to win large contracts from multinational corporations, by providing affordable access to advanced simulation technologies.
News from StampingSimulation.com (14 August 2006)
Calibration lab makes the grade
The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation has awarded Team Torque with accreditations to ISO17025 and Z540-1, the top international standards for calibration labs.
News from Team Torque (14 August 2006)
Composite sleeve protects wiring harnesses
A new solution for the protection of wiring assemblies from damage, vibration and environmental impact has been developed by BERU F1 Systems.
News from BERU F1 Systems (14 August 2006)
Verification system proves sensor performance
The VCal portable sensor-verification system is offered with all of Futek's products to enable quick in house testing of load cells, torque, force and pressure sensors.
News from Futek Advanced Sensor Technology (14 August 2006)
Linear servomotor tables position with precision
Linear servomotor tables achieve optimum performance by combining slotless or iron-core motor technology with performance matched mechanical elements and feedback devices.
News from Micromech (14 August 2006)
Workshop teaches stainless steel fabrication
Following the success of earlier stainless steel fabrication workshops the next one will take place at TWI North East, Middlesbrough on Wednesday 25th October 2006.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (14 August 2006)
Electrical CAD software is bang up to date
Aceri is taking full advantage of the new functionality in the latest AutoCAD Electrical 2007 to broaden the sales base in the UK.
News from Aceri Distribution (14 August 2006)
Components come together for ESD sensitive duties
A range of components are designed for constructing ESD-sensitive manufacturing and test equipment, and electronics based workstation applications. Brochure Available
News from MiniTec UK (14 August 2006)
Modems make the link for sea-level data
User Application Article Telemodem2 industrial modems enable the Tide Gauge Inspectorate to provide close to real-time data of the height of the sea at 44 locations around the UK. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (14 August 2006)
Automation supplier signs for integrated support
QuEST has concluded a multi-year, strategic relationship with MAG Industrial Automation Systems.
News from Quality Enginering & Software Technologies (14 August 2006)
Fastener feeding system shows up on DVD
A new free DVD now available from PennEngineering profiles the Pemserter in-die fastener feeding system.
News from PennEngineering (14 August 2006)
Shock absorbers cover full range of duties
Online selection simplifies the process of arriving at the most appropriate model of a shock absorber for a given application.
News from Tork Engineering (14 August 2006)
Slides combine in pressure testing machine
User Application Article Pneumatically operated linear slides simplify the design and construction of a new pressure testing machine produced by hydraulic testing expert Curtis Assemble and Test.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Pneumatics (14 August 2006)
Servo feedback system boasts absolute precision
Single-turn servomotor feedback systems are well suited for applications requiring high resolution in an industrial housing suitable for mounting external to a servomotor.
News from Sick Stegmann (14 August 2006)
Access hardware comes together in HGV applications
Southco is bringing expertise honed in the automotive industry to offer a one-stop-shop solution for key touch points both inside and outside the cab of heavy goods vehicles.
News from Southco (14 August 2006)
Factory of the future for Rotherham
Yorkshire Forward has invested GBP 6.50 million to build a "Factory of the Future", as part of the second phase of development of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in Rotherham.
News from Yorkshire Forward (14 August 2006)
Deadline looms for female engineering apprentices
The winner of the Dyson Young Woman Engineering Apprentice award will receive a cheque for GBP 750, donated by the James Dyson Foundation.
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (14 August 2006)
Analysis software underpins aerospace success
User Application Article Cosmos design analysis software is helping aerospace company Triumph Aerospace Systems-Seattle win contracts with major aerospace companies like Boeing and Airbus.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (14 August 2006)
Weighing controller turns to waste management
User Application Article Synectic Design Solutions are the bespoke design service offered by Synectic Design, and are industry leaders in weighing batch control systems.
News from Synectic Design (14 August 2006)
Website showcases harsh environment acquisition
Stack's Test and Engineering Division has launched a new website to promote its full range of products and applications.
News from Stack (14 August 2006)
Coated abrasives aid intricate finishing
Saint Gobain Abrasives has added to its comprehensive collection of coated, bonded and superabrasives with the launch of a new range of speciality coated abrasives under its Norton brand.
News from Saint-Gobain Abrasives (14 August 2006)
Digital camera systems come in parts
In response to the popularity of its cross-compatible digital camera systems, Nikon has added the DS-Fi1 digital camera head and DS-L2 and DS-U2 control units to its Digital Sight Series. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (14 August 2006)
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