News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 March
to Saturday 10 March 2007
Website aids shoulder reconstruction
User Application Article TFC recently helped an orthopaedic company in search of a circlip needed for a reconstructive shoulder joint. Brochure Available
News from TFC ( 9 March 2007)
Footwear CAD/CAM system demonstrated
With the Delcam's Crispin software, designs of footwear upper components can be created simply by sketching onto the surface of the last. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 9 March 2007)
Units heat and cool acrylic monomer
User Application Article Tranter International's Ultramaxt plate heat exchanger units are heating acrylic monomer to 50C during manufacture.
News from Tranter PHE ( 9 March 2007)
Rail consultancy extends training offering
Interfleet Technology's new training team team will offer a broad spectrum of training and competence solutions, encompassing human factors, operations, rolling stock and general training consultancy.
News from Interfleet Technology ( 9 March 2007)
Gigabit switch prioritises data
Korenix' JetNet 3010 has a seven-port 10/100 fast Ethernet, and three-port Gigabit RJ-45/SFP combo for file server sites with copper-wired fast Ethernet networking.
News from Korenix Technology ( 9 March 2007)
French electric company selects IR camera
User Application Article The DTG selected the Silver 420M IR camera to monitor the 88 bridges of diodes installed on the rotor of the principal alternator at its key 900MW power generation facility. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 9 March 2007)
Pharmaceutical robots displayed
Visitors to ABB Robotics' booth 1807 at Interphex will see a demonstration on how the IRC5 and ABB Robotics' robot range can optimise pharmaceutical and biotechnology production. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 9 March 2007)
National Science and Engineering Week launched
A 10-day programme of around 2000 events throughout the UK, celebrating science, engineering and technology and their importance in our lives, has been launched
News from Royal Academy of Engineering ( 9 March 2007)
Materials testing equipment goes on display
Ametek will be showing a range of high-performance materials testing equipment and NexygenPlus software from Lloyd Instruments at the Control 2007 exhibition in Sinsheim, Germany.
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 9 March 2007)
Anti-backlash nuts maximise stiffness
Haydon's new series of anti-backlash nuts are designed to optimise system stiffness without sacrificing life or increasing drag torque.
News from Haydon Motion Europe ( 9 March 2007)
Spot welding robot offers mounting options
ABB's IRB6620 spot welding robot is capable of being inverted, floor mounted, tilted or shelf-mounted as part of a high robot density, two-layer automotive installations, Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 9 March 2007)
Grease tolerates wide temperature range
Maintenance engineers no longer have to bend over to brush on the grease: they simply use a spray gun instead. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 9 March 2007)
Women in science honoured at ceremony
Six women have been honoured for their achievements in science, engineering and technology
News from UK Resource Centre for Women in SET ( 9 March 2007)
Servers eliminate SCADA downtime
Inductive Automation has released the FactorySQL Version 3.0 industrial data bridge server and web-launched SCADA server FactoryPMI Version 2.0.
News from Inductive Automation ( 9 March 2007)
Software eliminates manual data entry
WinWedge allows real-time data from any serial lab instrument and other serial devices to be collected and sent to any Windows application, as well as Citrix and DOS. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 9 March 2007)
Software package handles organic shapes
A double software package combines Alibre's most advanced parametric solid modeler with FreeDesign's revolutionary new method for 3D surface creation.
News from Alibre ( 9 March 2007)
Bearings offer high precision with low height
The FMB bearings are only 8.5 to 12.5mm tall yet deliver radial and axial run-out from 10um down to 1um and wobble from 6urad down to 2urad.
News from TPA The Precision Alliance ( 9 March 2007)
Valve offers high-volume fluid control
Sealant Equipment and Engineering's new Model 2200-033-011 automatic Snuf-Bak dispense valve is ideal for high-volume fluid control and fast shut off of viscous materials.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering ( 9 March 2007)
Ultrasonic flowmeter is easy to install
Endress+Hauser's new Prosonic Flow 92F is the world's first two-wire loop-powered inline ultrasonic flowmeter, offering easy electrical and mechanical installation with minimal space requirement. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser ( 9 March 2007)
Gas distribution contract awarded
CSE Servelec has won a major contract for the design, manufacture and delivery of a new SCADA system for Dolphin Energy's Eastern Gas Distribution System (EGDS) project in the Middle East.
News from CSE Servelec ( 9 March 2007)
Boresight camera agreement reached
Goodrich will design and manufacture a boresight monitoring camera subsystem to be used in a multi-function laser for a US Army research project.
News from Goodrich Optical and Space Systems ( 9 March 2007)
Bias regulator monitors centralised lubrication
Applied Pneumatic Controls' new bias regulator is designed to keep the desired pressure difference constant automatically.
News from Applied Pneumatic Controls ( 9 March 2007)
IR detector contract signed
Sofradir's bi-spectral LWIR detector will be used on the Second Generation Global Imager (SGLI), an observation instrument for the Global Change Observation Mission (GCOM).
News from Sofradir ( 9 March 2007)
European chain source is secured
Challenge Power Transmission has acquired 100% of the issued capital of Limots, one of the last roller chain manufacturers in Europe.
News from Challenge Power Transmission ( 9 March 2007)
Language support for visualisation system extended
The first extended language that Matrikon's ProcessNet will be translated to is Mandarin, with a Beta release set for March 12. Brochure Available
News from MatrikonOPC ( 9 March 2007)
Chain system needs no welding
Drop forged chain system has novel design that enables easier maintenance. Brochure Available
News from 4B Braime Elevator Components ( 9 March 2007)
Tobi to support industrial imaging
Toshiba Imaging Systems Division has appointed Ian Tobi to the position of Marketing Support Engineer.
News from Toshiba America Information Systems ( 9 March 2007)
Award spotlights leading edge technologies
CADwire.net is now accepting nominations for its third annual Tech Innovator Award.
News from Cadwire ( 9 March 2007)
Metrology company expands into China
Renishaw has opened three offices of its wholly owned subsidiary in Shanghai to support its rapidly expanding market in China. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 9 March 2007)
Oil mist extractor copes with cleaning vapour
User Application Article Filtermist's stainless steel version of its FiltermistXcel2 model FX6000 has been developed to cope with high temperatures and the volume of steam produced by front loading parts washers.
News from Filtermist International ( 9 March 2007)
Mathematics of risk at Savoy Place
Science writer Simon Singh will be speaking at the Institution of Engineering and Technology on 15th March 2007 for the one hour Kelvin Prestige Lecture.
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology ( 9 March 2007)
Operations engineers take home prize
The Society of Operations Engineers won the Membership Recruitment Award for its work with the Armed Forces.
News from Society of Operations Engineers ( 9 March 2007)
Steam generator contract signed
A Foster Wheeler subsidiary has been awarded a contract for the design and supply of three circulating fluidised-bed (CFB) steam generators for a chemical facility located in Southern Korea.
News from Foster Wheeler ( 9 March 2007)
Inspection services reach difficult places
User Application Article AV Technology (AVT) can provide comprehensive internal visual inspection services at all types of plants, including oil, gas, coal, CHP, nuclear and hydro-electric. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology ( 9 March 2007)
Field Junction Boxes for quick and easy mounting
New Field Junction Boxes from Pepperl+Fuchs provide complete mounting solutions for Fieldbus Installations, pre-assembled, and ready for installation.
News from Pepperl+Fuchs USA ( 9 March 2007)
PCL's tyre inflation products at Autoteknik 2007
Folke Larsen to unveil ground-breaking new handheld tyre inflaters from PCL at Autoteknik 2007, Fredericia, Denmark, 15th-17th March.
News from PCL ( 9 March 2007)
Rotary positioning stage gives precise positioning
The Anorad RDR-160 direct-drive rotary positioning stage has a compact design consisting of a brushless DC servomotor, a high-resolution optical encoder and a high accuracy angular contact bearing Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad ( 9 March 2007)
Silicon company explores dual-brand approach
After changing the way it approached business Dow Corning has experienced double-digit sales growth every year since 2002, with a record sales growth of 13% in 2006.
News from Dow Corning ( 8 March 2007)
Catalogue includes large tool range
Facom's new catalogue contains a range of screwdrivers, socketry, impact and workshop tools at promotional prices.
News from Facom UK ( 8 March 2007)
Hybrid linear actuators provide long life
Servotechnic's size 23 Haydon linear actuators are now available with a 0.9 degree step angle.
News from Servotechnic ( 8 March 2007)
CFD tool performs aerodynamic calculations
STAR-CCM+'s surface wrapper fills holes, removes overlapping and non-manifold surfaces to cut the geometry preparation time from days to minutes.
News from CD-adapco ( 8 March 2007)
Software enhances CMM
The K-series Optical CMM system features a portable coordinate measuring machine that accurately measures 3D coordinates by monitoring the positions of infra-red LEDs. Brochure Available
News from Metris ( 8 March 2007)
Global software partnership agreed
Visual KPI delivers on-demand, business-critical data about process manufacturing and utility operations to any handheld or desktop browser.
News from Invensys ( 8 March 2007)
Recycler urges intelligent streaming of products
Greater efforts must be made to process WEEE in sorted streams of similar product types if the Directive is to demonstrate true sustainability , according to a leading plastics recycler.
News from Axion Recycling ( 8 March 2007)
Software quickly provides PLM benefits
Teamcenter Express is the collaborative product data management (cPDM) component of the UGS Velocity series portfolio.
News from Siemens PLM Software ( 8 March 2007)
Shutter provides reliability to laboratories
User Application Article Emessem Solenoid has developed a long-life shutter mechanism for a new assay system pioneered by medical diagnostics company, Pronostics.
News from Magnet Schultz ( 8 March 2007)
Steam traps reduce energy waste
The Gem Sapphire has no moving parts to fail open thereby wasting steam and energy, or jam shut risking water hammer and system failure.
News from Gardner Energy Management ( 8 March 2007)
Position sensors offer high accuracy
Temposonics position sensors offer a standard 0.01% FS linearity error between measured and real physical position
News from MTS ( 8 March 2007)
Position sensors monitor cylinders
The Temposonics M-series position sensors protect equipment against shock, vibration and extremely difficult environmental conditions.
News from MTS ( 8 March 2007)
Annunciator removes need for central CPU
The 725B Combined Annunciator and Event Recorder offers reliability, flexibility and usability plus a low cost of ownership.
News from RTK Instruments ( 8 March 2007)
Tool post and product guide offered
A new poster clearly shows where Fluke's Ex test tools can be used in hazardous environments. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 8 March 2007)
Compact flowmeter suits corrosive fluids
Compact and drainable, the F-series Hastelloy is ideal for providing accurate and reliable flow measurement in harsh operating environments.
News from Emerson Process Management ( 8 March 2007)
Belt conveyor handles heavy items
A choice of belt types is available on the Flat-Belt Conveyor 90, with a durable PVC belt fitted as standard, as is a stainless-steel skid-plate. Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems ( 8 March 2007)
Gearboxes directly replace other units
Parvalux, has released three gearboxes with industry standard three-point fixings which enable Parvalux gearboxes to be used as a direct replacement for units supplied by other manufacturers.
News from Parvalux Electric Motors ( 8 March 2007)
Computed radiography validated for aerospace
User Application Article NDT Inspection and Testing has established equivalence between the results of a digital inspection and those of conventional, wet film radiography.
News from NDT Inspection and Testing ( 8 March 2007)
CIR emitters offer high-speed print drying
User Application Article The Lettershop Group, of Leeds has used carbon infra-red (CIR) emitters from Heraeus Noblelight to achieve the rapid print drying demanded by its high-speed Kodak print heads. Brochure Available
News from Heraeus Noblelight ( 8 March 2007)
Exhibition celebrates women in science
The SECT Factor exhibition aims to address the under-representation of women in SECT areas today through profiles of successful women.
News from University of Salford ( 8 March 2007)
Digital camera offers great colour reproduction
The Olympus DP25 camera is an easy to use digital system, offering outstanding colour reproduction and high-resolution five-megapixel imaging Brochure Available
News from Olympus Life Science Europa ( 8 March 2007)
Automotive company adopts PLM software
On the basis of a group-wide agreement, DPE will be employed in all production sites for strategic assembly planning for the Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda and Seat brands.
News from Delmia ( 8 March 2007)
Pump company makes new appointment
Neil Langdown, a chemical engineering graduate, brings a wealth of experience in the pump industry sector to the Services Division, having previously worked at Armstrong Pumps and Weir Pumps.
News from Hayward Tyler ( 8 March 2007)
Migration cards allow easy upgrading
Foxboro migration cards enable Moore users to easily upgrade their legacy APACS ACM and ACM+ control systems to advanced Invensys technology
News from Invensys Foxboro ( 8 March 2007)
Waves power Portugese homes
User Application Article ABB generators are capturing power from the waves in the world's first commercial wave power generation project.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 8 March 2007)
Filter company adopts CAD technonlogy
User Application Article BD Plast Filtering Systems has upgraded its CAD technology, adopting CoCreate's 3D software, OneSpace modelling.
News from CoCreate Software ( 8 March 2007)
Valve magazine launched
The British Valve and Actuator Association (BVAA) has recently launched a new magazine entitled "VALVE User".
News from British Valve and Actuator Association ( 8 March 2007)
Electromagnetic company adopts data tool
User Application Article CADfix is integrated with the Efield suite of solvers as an effective pre and post-processor, providing geometry import, a user interface and sophisticated meshing.
News from TranscenData Europe ( 8 March 2007)
Metrology company receives innovation award
At the Best of British Industry Awards 2006 ceremony held at the Tate Modern, London, UK, on 8th February, Renishaw was honoured with the innovation in industry award. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 March 2007)
PLM solution eases collaboration
Arena Solutions' Arena PLM, features significant new Project Collaboration functionality.
News from Arena Solutions ( 8 March 2007)
Durability and fatigue analysis software explained
Fatigue and durability seminars will be held in Ohio, USA during April 2007.
News from Safe Technology ( 8 March 2007)
Analogue inputs increase PLC channel density
Following on from the launch of the Idec PLC Pentra range, the company has introduced two new analogue modules that are also compatible with the MicroSmart PLC family.
News from IDEC Electronics ( 8 March 2007)
Sustainability in surface engineering
The Institute of Metal Finishing is hosting an industry workshop on "Sustainability in surface engineering" on 28th March 2007 at The Lancaster Environment Centre.
News from Institute of Metal Finishing ( 8 March 2007)
TFT HMIs drop to monochrome prices
Maple Systems is now selling its TFT Silver Series HMIs at the same price level previously reserved for monochrome displays.
News from Maple Systems - Euro Reps ( 8 March 2007)
Marker bleeds through primer
Fast-drying ink marker is ideal for fabricating metal or plastic where marks are required to bleed through a primer coat covering the marks.
News from Maintech ( 8 March 2007)
Track record makes Carter the ideal CEO
Richard Carter is the new Chief Executive Officer at Metafoam Technologies.
News from Metafoam Technologies ( 8 March 2007)
Distributor is on the IoD shortlist
Graham Fraser, Managing Director of Fraser Cleaning Technologies in Livingston, is on the shortlist for the Edinburgh, Lothians and Borders region IoD Scotland Director of the Year Award. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 8 March 2007)
Safety systems and services come together
Safety systems catalogue is packed with 700 pages of information relating to safety products, their application and the key aspects of legislation in Europe and the USA.
News from Sick (UK) ( 8 March 2007)
Training new employees to safety rules
Cardinus is launching its new online course on 'Health and Safety Induction' .
News from Cardinus ( 8 March 2007)
Slimline sensor is easy to integrate
The Sunx FX-100 Series is an ultraslim fibre optic sensor that features a 9mm width and integrated mounting holes for installation in any application.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK ( 7 March 2007)
Testing device checks mandrel properties
The device includes tooling for tensile testing, shear testing, and for testing the fastening capability of the mandrel. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines ( 7 March 2007)
Car design protects pedestrians
User Application Article Departing from conventional car design that combines a lower body and a glass cabin on top, QarmaQ has panoramic wrap-around glazing area using GE's Lexan polycarbonate resin.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 7 March 2007)
Sensors offer long detection distance
Contrinex sensors have a long sensing range with a parallel beam that allows accurate and reliable detection of objects through small holes and gaps.
News from Contrinex UK ( 7 March 2007)
New employee manages rail personnel
NES has appointed Alan Tarrant to the rail division to help meet the demand for experienced personnel.
News from NES Group ( 7 March 2007)
Control system suits all kinds of doors
The adaptability of Fortress Interlocks' eGard safety and control system means the system is suitable for all types of door.
News from Fortress Interlocks ( 7 March 2007)
Translator simplifies collaboration
Theorem's new Universal Catia translator for UGNX users both streamlines and simplifies data translation and collaborative working under real-world conditions.
News from Theorem Solutions ( 7 March 2007)
Centrifugal pumps meets API 610
JP Pumps' Combipro centrifugal pump is ideal for fluids transfer in refineries and petro-chemical applications and is designed to provide trouble-free operation under most process conditions.
News from JP Pumps ( 7 March 2007)
Insulation testers suit noisy environments
Megger's high-voltage insulation testers deliver accurate and reliable results even in noisy electrical environments, such as substation switchyards, where other insulation testers are unusable. Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 7 March 2007)
Nut mounts M6 steel threads
Profil UK's URN nut will be exhibited for the first time in the UK on Stand G8 at the Midlands Manufacturing Show which takes place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on 18-19 April 2007. Brochure Available
News from Profil UK ( 7 March 2007)
Low-cost alternative to thermal cameras offered
Service engineers and maintenance technicians can use the Optris MiniSight Pro to measure the surface temperature of objects between -32C up to 760C. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK ( 7 March 2007)
Tool system ensures correct torque obtained
Crane Electronics' Wireless Tool Control System provides complete control over the selection and use of a digital torque wrench in assembly operations. Brochure Available
News from Crane Electronics ( 7 March 2007)
Online training company gains certification
elearning-training.com courses have been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development guidelines.
News from elearning-training ( 7 March 2007)
Springs meet demanding quality requirements
The Christian Bauer company produces components that are used across a wide spectrum of industry, including disc springs (with slotted variations), disc spring packs and wave springs.
News from Bauer ( 7 March 2007)
Robotics partnerships eases operation
The ABB Robotics partner network enables system integrators, machine builders and consultant companies to gain access to project opportunities. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 7 March 2007)
Automation company gains new engineer
Paul Kingston is the most recent addition to the team at Pilz Automation Technology and will be working as a Consultant/Engineer in the Services division.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 7 March 2007)
Automation company supplies safety standard
BS 8888:2006 provides designers, engineers and quality managers with a roadmap for the preparation of all forms of technical product documentation.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 7 March 2007)
Verifiers provide uniform part presentation
The DataMan 7500V is the first handheld verification unit that accurately verifies the quality of direct-marked and printed 2D codes.
News from Cognex UK ( 7 March 2007)
Oil level sensor provides early warning
The WateReel water in oil level detector senses the presence, and measures the level of water which can accumulate in the bottom of storage tanks underneath the fuel oil.
News from PSM Instrumentation ( 7 March 2007)
Software distribution agreement reached
Speed software is used to quickly assess the effect of parameter changes on performance, gaining a thorough understanding of the main design variables.
News from Motor Design ( 7 March 2007)
Robotic DJs show scratching skills
User Application Article Juke Bots are robotic DJs that not only select and play records but can also replicate the scratching skills of conventional vinyl maestros by spinning the disc backwards and forwards. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics ( 7 March 2007)
High-speed camera streams video
Southern Vision Systems' GigaView can now stream high-resolution digital video to hard disk for over eight hours through its gigabit Ethernet interface.
News from Southern Vision Systems ( 7 March 2007)
Fastener company adopts ecommerce solutions
Responding to customer requests for CAD models of its products, Captive Fasteners decided to offer 3D CAD models for download from its website.
News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) ( 7 March 2007)
Label dispenser incorporates permanent marker
Rhino, a brand of Sanford, has brought together tough and durable Rhino labels and the Sharpie permanent marker to create the new Rhino 101 reusable label dispenser.
News from Dymo Industrial ( 7 March 2007)
Camera incorporates vision sensor
The Imaging Solutions Group (ISG) has released a new wide-VGA global shutter camera using the Micron MT9V022 Image Sensor.
News from Imaging Solutions Group (ISG) ( 7 March 2007)
Water ingress rules extended to small ships
Technical Background Article PSM uses an analogue level sensor to detect water ingress in the holds of small ships.
News from PSM Instrumentation ( 7 March 2007)
PAT Testing training course for safe electrics
NAPIT endorse PAT Testing Training DVD course from Portable Appliance Safety Services.
News from Portable Appliance Safety Services ( 7 March 2007)
Providing a safe and healthful workplace
Compsolve certifying the manufacturing industry nationwide.
News from Compsolve ( 7 March 2007)
Mobile phone use to appear in company policy
Technical Background Article As the government clamps down still further on drivers using mobile phones, employers should ensure they are not held responsible if a member of their staff is convicted, says law firm DWF.
News from DWF solicitors ( 7 March 2007)
HSE approved first aid training provider
Emergency First Response is the fastest growing international first aid training provider.
News from Emergency First Response ( 7 March 2007)
Walking safely
Satra slip investment confirms world status in its footwear slip resistance test centre.
News from SATRA Technology Centre ( 7 March 2007)
Burning topic for flame resistant clothing
More SIDS boost Satra flame resistance testing.
News from SATRA Technology Centre ( 7 March 2007)
Robotics publishing acquisition completed
EH Publishing has completed the acquisition of Robotics Trends, an integrated media company in the growing robotics industry.
News from Robotics Trends ( 6 March 2007)
Telescoping stage built on the high seas
User Application Article Macron Dynamics was contracted to design and install telescoping stage on a ship at sea, without seeing the ship before beginning the installation.
News from Macron Dynamics ( 6 March 2007)
Software allows reporting with Excel
WizReport XL offers ways to automatically produce reports in Microsoft Excel from live process data as well as historians and relational databases.
News from Wizcon Systems – Elutions Europe ( 6 March 2007)
Collaboration software agreement reached
KollabNet has signed DesignPoint Solutions as its first SolidMap reseller.
News from Kollabnet ( 6 March 2007)
Free automation CD released
Sixnet has printed the twenty first edition of its free product CD, covering its entire line of industrial connectivity and automation products. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet ( 6 March 2007)
CAD/CAM system improves toolmaking efficiency
With Version 8, Cimatron helps toolmakers and manufacturers of complex discrete parts step up to new levels of productivity.
News from Cimatron UK ( 6 March 2007)
System incorporates control performance software
DeltaV InSight is an integrated application used to monitor, analyse, diagnose, and improve control loop performance.
News from Emerson Process Management ( 6 March 2007)
Mid-range HMIs mark stage two of roll out
Mitsubishi Electric has released six mid-range HMIs, complementing the four fully featured variants introduced last year. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 6 March 2007)
PLC keeps F1 team cool
User Application Article A small industrial PLC is keeping the occupants of a Formula 1 team's mobile headquarters cool, even in the blazing heat of a venue like Monaco, Australia, Bahrain or Malaysia. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 6 March 2007)
Chargers remove need for indoor charger room
Regulated (RP) chargers can be used on all three of CMP's battery technologies - Classic flooded, low maintenance Liberator battery solutions and maintenance-free Sonnenschein gel batteries.
News from Exide Technologies ( 6 March 2007)
Catalogue simplifies hydraulic cylinder ordering
Parker Hannifin's 2H series hydraulic cylinders incorporate tie rod construction enabling them to offer outstandingly long and efficient service life. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin ( 6 March 2007)
Pipe working tools aid plumber
User Application Article Paul Tranter, owner of Turner Plumbing Services, is a long-standing user and admirer of Pipeslice, the Kopex copper pipe cutting tool.
News from Pipe-Prep ( 6 March 2007)
Solvent reduction efforts rewarded with praise
User Application Article Using Enviro Tech EnSolv family of solvents as part of its range has enabled Core-Chem to meet customer needs, in particular those using Trichloroethylene in vapour degreasing. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 6 March 2007)
Colour 3D printer offers simple automation
The ZPrinter 450 introduces first-ever capabilities for a colour 3D printer, simplifying the 3D printing process with automated operation at every step.
News from Z Corp ( 6 March 2007)
Spanish refinery contract signed
Foster Wheeler's Spanish subsidiary, Foster Wheeler Iberia has been awarded a contract for the detailed engineering of new crude, vacuum and gas recovery units at La Rabida Refinery in Huelva, Spain.
News from Foster Wheeler ( 6 March 2007)
Thermoset composites acquisition announced
The Sumitomo Bakelite Group has acquired Neopreg, a Swiss producer of long fibre thermoset composites.
News from Vyncolit ( 6 March 2007)
Tubing company appoints distribution manager
Brian Rice has been appointed Distributor Channel Manager for Parker Instrumentation, a supplier of tube fittings, valves and manifolds to the oil, gas, petrochemical, processing and utility markets.
News from Parker Hannifin Instrumentation Products Division ( 6 March 2007)
Training company sponsors competition
Festo Didactic is the first Premier Partner from industry of the WorldSkills 2011 competition. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 6 March 2007)
Infra-red scanners monitor metals industries
The Landscan LSP10, LSP20 and LSP21 infra-red linescanner heads cover the temperature spectrum from 200 to 1400C. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International ( 6 March 2007)
New technology recommended for Germany electricity
EA Technology believes German electricity companies could benefit greatly from adopting the latest techniques for accurately monitoring the condition and safety of their medium voltage (MV) assets.
News from EA Technology ( 6 March 2007)
Software company showcases module
Visitors to Cyco Software and DataCore Technology will see demonstrations on how Cyco Software's flagship ECM solution Cyco AutoManager Meridian can be seamlessly integrated with Maximo.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 6 March 2007)
Pump supports geothermal drilling
User Application Article Mono's Widethroat W range pump forms an essential part of Sintec's mobile system by pumping the thicker grout mixes more quickly and efficiently.
News from Mono Pumps ( 6 March 2007)
Cabling company expands into the Middle East
To coincide with the last GITEX exhibition held in Dubai recently Connectix opened a sales and distribution office in Dubai to offer sales and support services to the growing Middle East markets.
News from Connectix ( 6 March 2007)
Engineering company sponsors research chair
ABB has sponsored new research chair at Imperial College London under the Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chairs Scheme.
News from Imperial College London ( 6 March 2007)
Centre drives micro and meso-scale research
The Nottingham Centre of Excellence in Customised Assembly (CECA) in the School of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering is focused on micro and meso-scale products.
News from University of Nottingham ( 6 March 2007)
Motoryacht model takes 3D design award
A model of a 50m yacht has won the grand prize in the 10th annual SolidWorks Design Contest.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 6 March 2007)
Simpkins is elected to INCOSE Member Board
INCOSE has appointed Phil J Simpkins from Vitech to serve as a Member Board Region V Representative to fill an open position for the remaining year on a three-year term.
News from Vitech Corporation ( 6 March 2007)
Camless engine design attracts research funding
The French Industrial Innovation Agency has agreed to provide Eur 61 million in funding for Valeo's LowCO2Motion research programme.
News from Valeo ( 6 March 2007)
Website eases access to tools and resources
New website has a significantly enhanced user interface featuring simplified drop-down menus for easily accessing the tools and resources that LonMark makes available.
News from LonMark International ( 6 March 2007)
Shuttered modules suit Euro Modular style
Network outlets fit all standard Euro size mounting faceplates and other hardware including the MK Logic Plus style.
News from Connectix ( 6 March 2007)
Linear actuators turn to the left or right hand
Actuators feature guide tubes of chrome plated precision steel, with gun metal follower nuts and plastic end caps.
News from Winco ( 6 March 2007)
Simulation software helps train FPSO operators
User Application Article Dynamic simulation model for FPSO vessel trains operators on correct facility use and safety and emergency shutdown procedures.
News from Technical Simulation Consultants ( 6 March 2007)
Gauge gets the measure of large-diameter bodies
Large-diameter gauge is able to accurately measure both internal and external diameters up to 30.5m, even while parts are rotating with surface speeds up to 1.8m/s.
News from Bowers Metrology UK ( 6 March 2007)
UK reseller joins the CAD Elite
The new Elite 190 award recognises SolidWorks resellers that have not only met their growth targets, but also achieved the highest levels of customer retention and uptake of subscription services.
News from Cadtek Systems ( 6 March 2007)
Leadscrew assemblies offer backlash options
Leadscrew assemblies range from general purpose nut and leadscrew combination to two different types of antibacklash assemblies as well as a high-load high-backlash unit.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries ( 6 March 2007)
Modules integrate water-jet-guided lasers
Synova has unfolded a strategic business model allowing select partners to license its proprietary Laser MicroJet technology.
News from Synova ( 6 March 2007)
Pump are customised to meet every requirement
The Novalobe range of rotary lobe pumps is specifically designed for viscous media and for applications where gentle pumping or dosing is required.
News from Pump Company ( 6 March 2007)
Thin-film pressure sensor technology comes of age
Technical Background Article Morten Moller reviews the development of thin-film pressure sensor technology, and concludes the time is right to offer standard thin film sensors in a simple package at a low price. Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK ( 6 March 2007)
Project to investigate robot collaboration
Understanding how self-regulation emerges can improve existing technologies for automated manufacturing.
News from University of Wales, Newport ( 6 March 2007)
East fuels European centrifugal pump market
The European centrifugal pumps markets earned revenues of US $4800 million in 2006 and is projected to reach $5872.7 million in 2013.
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 6 March 2007)
Consider drawbacks before upgrading pump drives
Technical Background Article Retrofitting pumps with VSDs can reduce energy costs substantially, but there are problems that must be overcome, says Mike Smith of the Deritend Group.
News from Deritend Group ( 6 March 2007)
Tungsten expertise extends to molybdenum
DGP is an industry leader in the grinding and CNC machining of molybdenum for any number of applications.
News from Diamond Ground Products ( 6 March 2007)
Tracking sensor knows where it's at
The Leica T-Mac is intended for mounting on robots or machines, the positions of which need to be monitored in 6DoF space without the need for a contact tip.
News from Leica Geosystems ( 6 March 2007)
PLC brings redundant options to food processing
User Application Article The QnPRH platform meets the needs of distributed control around food processing lines, with a fully redundant architecture that provides hot standby in critical areas. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 6 March 2007)
Ties show up on metal detectors
A unique manufacturing process, involving the inclusion of a metallic pigment, enables the Detectamet ties to be detected more easily than standard ties.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 5 March 2007)
Ball bearings offer low running noise
NKE Austria's POP single-row, deep-groove ball bearings are subject to stringent quality inspections as well as 100% noise testing, which helps ensure their high precision and quiet operation.
News from NKE Austria ( 5 March 2007)
HVAC sensors meet ammonia demands
AST's sensors can cope with the demands of ammonia refrigeration pressure measurement.
News from American Sensor Technologies ( 5 March 2007)
Brochure highlights motion options
Aerotech's 28-page brochure features motion simulation and positioning systems for manufacturing, development and test from single-axis general purpose linear and rotary positioners, Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 5 March 2007)
Machine vision expert joins EU programme
UKIVA Director, Don Braggins, has registered to join a database of independent experts for the European Union's Framework 7 initiative.
News from UK Industrial Vision Association ( 5 March 2007)
Flexible working retains employees
Rencol Tolerance Rings is attracting and retaining its local workforce with flexible working arrangements and a number of initiatives that get the employees involved. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings ( 5 March 2007)
Industry and academics discuss smart metering
The latest LTN event, held at the RCOG, explored both the economic and technological barriers to making the UK's 27 million installed electricity meters and 22 million gas meters more efficient.
News from London Technology Network ( 5 March 2007)
Expanded machine vision handbook published
Firstsight Vision has published the latest issue of its Vision Elements Machine Vision Handbook With 40% more information than the previous edition. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 5 March 2007)
Servo motors offer durable positioning
Nanomotion's DuraMotor ceramic servomotors provide durability for applications in high vacuum, clean room and non magnetic environments.
News from Heason Technology ( 5 March 2007)
Measurement system controls pool hydrogen peroxide
The Per1 is an impermeable silicone membrane-covered sensor, which offers excellent resistance to attack from dirt, lime or surfactants.
News from ProMinent Fluid Controls (UK) ( 5 March 2007)
Materials testing company showcases wares
Lloyd Instruments will be showing a range of materials testing equipment and powerful NexygenPlus software for the processing and packaging industries.
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 5 March 2007)
Software controls check weighers
ProControl@Remote and ProControl@Inline are cost-effective solutions for the remote control and monitoring of Sartorius check weighers. Brochure Available
News from Sartorius UK ( 5 March 2007)
Temperature controls handle four zones
Gefran's GFX4 and GXFTERM04 include include advanced diagnostics for demanding process automation applications such as packaging, wrapping and welding machinery. Brochure Available
News from Gefran SIEI UK ( 5 March 2007)
Speed variators offer smooth speed reduction
The CHV series offers a step-less and smooth running speed reduction of up to 5:1 with the ratio controlled by a simple hand-wheel.
News from Transmission Developments ( 5 March 2007)
Conference goer buys high-speed machine
Innov8es purchased a Datron M8 high-speed machine, the big brother of the Datron M7, at the recent Southern Manufacturing and Electronics exhibition at Thorpe Park, Surrey.
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services ( 5 March 2007)
Gearboxes offered with epoxy resin coatings
Watt Drive's complete range of Uniblock helical worm gearboxes is now available with an extended choice of epoxy resin coating systems to suit hostile environments and extremely high hygiene areas.
News from Motion Drives and Controls ( 5 March 2007)
Checkweighing installation reduces product loss
User Application Article John Baarda's new checkweighing installation automatically shunts over filled punnets to checking stations, keeping lost stock to a minimum.
News from Avery Weigh-Tronix ( 5 March 2007)
Torque measuring system monitors vacuum systems
User Application Article Ferrotec of Woolwich in London is able to optimise ferrofluid materials for the most intense performance requirements and incorporate them into bespoke vacuum system designs. Brochure Available
News from Sensor Technology ( 5 March 2007)
Servo drives machine created in five months
User Application Article Europack set about designing a high-speed servo drives machine to handle up to 40 cartons per minute. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 5 March 2007)
Modelling guideline forum launched
The MARI Consortium was officially launched with a meeting held in Paris (France) in September 2006, and will continue convening until June 2008.
News from ESI Group ( 5 March 2007)
Chassis dynamometer systems gain new flexiblity
User Application Article Screwjacks enabled Cirrus Technologies to compete in the chassis dynamometer market for vehicles as varied as the Ford Ka and the F350 pick-up.
News from David Brown Engineering ( 5 March 2007)
Chemical manufacturer makes flowmeter choice
User Application Article The chemical manufacturing company has chosen Krohne's Optimass 7000 Coriolis Mass flowmeters for its laboratories and production plants.
News from Krohne ( 5 March 2007)
Pottery company avails of improvement services
Ceram has helped Moorcroft to improve the efficiency of its operations Brochure Available
News from Ceram ( 5 March 2007)
Manufacturing advice helps component manufacturer
Thanks to help from the Manufacturing Advisory Service in the East Midlands Micron Design has positioned itself to win more orders from the aerospace sector and expand its business further.
News from Manufacturing Advisory Service - West Midlands ( 5 March 2007)
Scottish robotics partnership formed
SP Technology has also become the official agent for ABB Robotics for Scotland, acting as business developers for all ABB robotic products and services across all application areas.
News from SP Technology ( 5 March 2007)
3D CAD plug-in translators showcased
Autodesk channel partners will have the opportunity to see and experience the seamless integration of TransMagic's multi-CAD support within Inventor.
News from TransMagic ( 5 March 2007)
Company ships half a million motion controllers
Galil Motion Control has reached a major milestone in its 24 year history by shipping its 500,000th motion controller.
News from Galil Motion Control ( 5 March 2007)
Knovel board gains new Chairman
David Shaffer will join Knovel as Chairman of its Board of Directors.
News from Knovel Corporation ( 5 March 2007)
Robotics company appoints new President
Kuka Robotics has appointed of Stuart Shepherd as President of the company.
News from Kuka Robotics ( 5 March 2007)
Tool supplier re-launches brand
From 1st April 2007, Britool will carry out stage one of its relaunch, releasing a brand new range of high-quality and competitively priced socket sets.
News from Britool ( 5 March 2007)
Industrial switch adds flexible long-haul comms
Ethernet Direct reckons its HMG-828 is one of the most powerful industrial managed gigabit switches with SFP ports.
News from Ethernet Direct ( 5 March 2007)
Free 3D CAD software offer is extended
Dynamic modelling based 3D CAD software is available free for a further three months, with additional options of local language support.
News from CoCreate Software ( 5 March 2007)
Group unites global railways expertise
Invensys is bringing together its world-leading rail brands under a single global identity.
News from Invensys ( 5 March 2007)
Hardness testers meet wide ranging academic needs
User Application Article When Dr Bostjan Bezensek set out to find hardness testers for the busy Mechanical Engineering Department of Glasgow University, his brief was extremely demanding.
News from Bowers Metrology UK ( 5 March 2007)
Surface roughness tester comes to hand
High-performance handheld gauge is claimed to be the ideal multifunction solution to surface roughness measuring tasks.
News from Bowers Metrology UK ( 5 March 2007)
Survey shows continued order growth during 2006
Quarterly trends survey for Q4 of 2006 show that order intake growth continued to the end of the year at a good rate.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association ( 5 March 2007)
Partington takes charge of important market
August Steinmeyer has appointed George Partington as its Sales Manager in the UK.
News from Steinmeyer ( 5 March 2007)
Transducer is designed for precision gauging
Compact transducer is ideally suited to precision gauging in the manufacture of machined parts and tooling. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics ( 5 March 2007)
Belts and plates for woodworking machinery
Sandvik will be demonstrating the latest developments in its complete product offering of high strength steel belts and press plates for wood-based panel production at Ligna 2007.
News from Sandvik Process Systems ( 5 March 2007)
The changing face of industrial timers
Technical Background Article Modern timers have been designed to allow clear defined operation but with a range of auxiliary circuits to offer the user a wide range of functions to give as much flexibility as possible.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK ( 5 March 2007)
CAD engine features improved user interface
The IntelliCAD Technology Consortium has updated its co-operatively developed CAD engine.
News from IntelliCAD Technology Consortium ( 5 March 2007)
One tester for all workplace safety equipment
An innovative new tester from Seaward Electronic's has been specifically designed for the testing and inspection of a wide range of workplace safety equipment. Brochure Available
News from Seaward Electronic ( 5 March 2007)
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