News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 April
to Saturday 14 April 2007
Camera systems stream video
Southern Vision Systems' StreamView and StreamView-LR high speed camera systems can stream high-resolution video for hours on end to a host computer, allowing them to be used for surveillance.
News from Southern Vision Systems (13 April 2007)
Robotics company supplies injection moulding lines
Mack Molding will use multiple Kuka shelf mount models ranging from 16 to 210kg to handleits machine tending requirements on injection moulding machines ranging in size from 500 to 3350 tons.
News from Kuka Robotics (13 April 2007)
Roller conveyors built to order
An order Saudi Oger placed with Geo Robson called for two powered roller conveyors that could withstand loads of up to 350kg, with a specific straight-sided diabolo pattern.
News from Robson Handling Technology (13 April 2007)
Imaging systems aid US Navy
Augusta Systems technologies will be used in the development of advanced imaging sensor systems as part of a US $1 million contract from the US Navy's Office of Naval Research.
News from Augusta Systems (13 April 2007)
Displays operate in harsh environments
The Kontron Barracuda range of HMIs is rugged and versatile enough for military and automation needs.
News from Kontron UK (13 April 2007)
RGB cameras offer simple interface
JAI's CV-M9 GE industrial progressive scan RGB colour cameras combine 3CCD RGB colour vision technology with the easy to use GigE Vision standard interface.
News from JAI (13 April 2007)
Mould design tools go on show
VX Corporation will be showcasing powerful, time-saving mould design automation tools at booth 914 at MoldMaking Expo in Rosemont, Illinois 18th and 19th April.
News from VX Corporation (13 April 2007)
Motor takes top honours
New Scale Technologies' Squiggle motor - the world's smallest linear motor - edged out products from seven other finalists at the 2007 EE Times Annual Creativity in Electronics (ACE) Awards.
News from New Scale Technologies (13 April 2007)
Regenerative blowers develop ideal air pressures
Rotron's regenerative blowers manage to avoid the energy and maintenance costs that would be required by larger multi-stage or positive air-displacement blowers and compressors.
News from Ametek Technical and Industrial Products (13 April 2007)
Vibration transmitter suits online monitoring
Wilcoxon Research's iT230 vibration transmitter with displacement output is ideal for cost-effective, online monitoring of machinery case vibrations.
News from Wilcoxon Research (13 April 2007)
Variable frequency drive offers easy setup
The VLT Micro Drive offers unsurpassed reliability, user-friendliness and condensed functionality that is extremely easy to commission.
News from Danfoss Drives (13 April 2007)
Switches and convertors handle strenuous tests
The JetNet 5010G/3010G/4508/2005 and JetCon 1301 provide 1200V AC port to port isolation protection to protect the operator from electrical shock.
News from Korenix Technology (13 April 2007)
Convertors suit industrial Ethernet
The wide selection of Ethernet Direct convertors provides users with hassle free media conversion.
News from Ethernet Direct (13 April 2007)
Electric linear actuators offer simple operation
Danaher Motion's EC series of electric linear actuators offers simple operation with minimum maintenance.
News from Danaher Motion (13 April 2007)
Six-jaw chucks grasp fragile workpieces
The deformation of sensitive workpieces can be substantially reduced due to the six contact points of the Rota NCR. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (13 April 2007)
Waterproof sensor never needs calibrating
The AKCP Waterproof Temperature and Humidity sensor can be used outdoors in a wet environment or fully submersed in water.
News from AKCP (13 April 2007)
Software handles a range of surfaces
ISD R17 provides a range of highly intuitive tools for the creation, validation and modification or a range of surfaces, including complex mechanical shapes and freeform surfaces.
News from ICEM (13 April 2007)
Nuremburg show sees new sensors
Sensor and Test in Nuremberg will see the release of new gas flow sensors, and capacitative touch sensors from Omron. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (13 April 2007)
Hand tools showcased in metalworking guide
A new agreement will see a wide range of Facom's hand tools showcased in JandL's catalogue.
News from Facom UK (13 April 2007)
CFD software analyses automotive powertrain
CD-adapco will showcase its full spectrum of CAE solutions for the automotive industry at the upcoming SAE World Congress in Detroit.
News from CD-adapco (13 April 2007)
Conveyor handles 50kg lead ingots
An EWAB Engineering conveying system is allowing a customer in Sweden to automate a furnace charging process, eliminating the need for operator intervention.
News from EWAB Engineering (13 April 2007)
Chain conveyor allows accumulation
A new accumulation chain conveyor being introduced by Excel Automation allows individual or multiple loads to accumulate and only be released when required.
News from Excel Automation (13 April 2007)
Fluxgate guides automatic lawnmower
User Application Article The Autonnic AR35 floating core fluxgate output provides the continuous directional information used to maintain the RoboMower's course within the marked boundary of the lawn.
News from Autonnic Research (13 April 2007)
Indexing plunger saves space and money
Users fitting the GN822 indexing plunger simply pull back the plunger knob to reveal a hex head, and M8 or M10 thread suitable for mounting even in thin sheet metal of 3.5mm or 4mm. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (13 April 2007)
Sensors allow development of biometric security
User Application Article Clarke Instruments' 492 series turnstile uses an Aurora biometrics facial recognition system to hold a user in an entrapment zone within the turnstile until cleared.
News from Contrinex UK (13 April 2007)
Eur 10 million cable contract signed in Yemen
Nexans has been awarded a contract worth approximately Eur 10 million to supply medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) power cables and instrumentation cables for the Yemen LNG terminal project.
News from Nexans (13 April 2007)
Spectroscopy integrated with NIR equipment
Thermo Scientific Gram spectroscopy software will be integrated with Aspectrics' Encoded Photometric NIR process analysers. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (13 April 2007)
NIR reference aids new applications
The new Starna NIR reference provides 13 certified and traceable peak values using a new material developed at Starna's Technical Division, Starna Scientific.
News from Starna Scientific (13 April 2007)
Lighting company uses CADCAM software
User Application Article Reverse engineering with Delcam's CopyCAD RE program allows Framon to accelerate its design process and cut physical prototyping. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (13 April 2007)
Production system protects against cyber attack
Wurldtech has verified that the Centum CS 3000 Field Controller (FFCS) and ProSafe-RS Safety Controller are well designed systems offering robust protection against cyber attacks.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (13 April 2007)
Torque wrench aids African pipeline
User Application Article Norbar Torque Tools' PT9 Pneutorque allows maintenance records to be kept on a new natural gas pipeline running from Mozambique to South Africa. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (13 April 2007)
A decade of linear motion evolution
Technical Background Article Bob Love, Technical Manager for THK UK, chronicles the evolution of the linear motion guide mechanism and his company's Caged Ball technology.
News from THK UK (13 April 2007)
Optical elements handle two wavelengths
Novel dual-wavelength diffractive optical element corrects for chromatic aberrations.
News from Laser Components (UK) (13 April 2007)
Machine Accident Investigation Kit updated
New version of Machine Accident Investigation Kit (MAIK) introduced by Procter Machinery Guarding. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (13 April 2007)
powerPerfector at Sustainabilitylive
The powerPerfector team will be present at Sustainabilitylive, held between 1st and 3rd May at the NEC Birmingham.
News from PowerPerfector (13 April 2007)
Additive aids EPDM rubber moulding
Process aid additive improves release of EPDM rubber and leaves moulded surfaces free of contamination.
News from Axel Plastics Research Laboratories (12 April 2007)
Workshop is a must for design for six sigma
Training course helps quality professionals create ideal products and processes that are robust to varying conditions and meet all specifications.
News from Stat-Ease (12 April 2007)
Popular precision gauges come together
A full-colour 24-page brochure details the best sellers in the Mahr Federal range of precision gauges.
News from Mahr Federal (12 April 2007)
Fastening tool company chooses CAD solution
User Application Article Fasco has chosen CoCreate's data management software, CoCreate OneSpace Model Manager.
News from CoCreate Software (12 April 2007)
Magazine showcases Irish automation
The current issue of Read-out coincides with ISA Ireland 2007, Ireland's only automation exhibition and tickets to this event are included as inserts.
News from Read-Out Publications (12 April 2007)
Sound and vibration software updated
The Sound and Vibration Measurement Suite 5.0 is a collection of analysis and signal processing tools for noise, vibration, harshness (NVH) applications. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (12 April 2007)
Vibrometer covers 0 - 450kHz range
With the capability to assess mechanical vibrations in the range 0 - 450kHz the SP-S series interferometric vibrometer from Armstrong Optical opens whole new vistas of measurement capabilities.
News from Armstrong Optical (12 April 2007)
Business introductions service draws customers
Within just two weeks of Medilink West Midlands launching its annual recruitment drive, more than 70% of its Premium Members have renewed their subscription
News from Medilink West Midlands (12 April 2007)
Nozzles dispense low volumes
Lee micro-dispense nozzles are designed to be used in conjunction with Lee VHS (Very High Speed) micro dispense solenoid valves Brochure Available
News from Lee Products (12 April 2007)
Library integrates components
SpaceClaim and Trace Parts users can choose components from a variety of leading parts supplier catalogues and place them directly in their designs.
News from TraceParts (12 April 2007)
LEDs come in six colours
The DA180 range of Giant LED Clusters, having a 66mm diameter lens, not only provides clear indication from a distance but is also visible from the side.
News from RTK Instruments (12 April 2007)
LVDT range expanded
Recent additions to the LVDT range from Applied Measurements has increased the extent of applications in which they can be used. Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (12 April 2007)
Sensors monitor fluids
Sensortechnics has released the AD8/AD9 series of noninvasive ultrasonic fluid monitoring sensors.
News from Sensortechnics UK (12 April 2007)
Sensors monitor oxygen levels
Sensortechnics' oxygen sensors are based on a special zirconium dioxide (ZrO2) technology to enable highly stable and accurate measurements from 0-100% oxygen concentration.
News from Sensortechnics UK (12 April 2007)
Engineers flock to conference
Over 120 senior engineering professionals attended this year's MWP Summit conference, held at the Rolls Royce Learning and Development Centre, Derby, UK on 29th March 2007. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (12 April 2007)
Surge arrestor protects systems
The integrated LSA disconnection block function in the Dehnrapid's 10-pair plug-in protection block allows for protected testing, disconnecting or patching within the system
News from Dehn (UK) (12 April 2007)
Variable speed drives handle large voltage range
Leroy Somer has extended the power of its compact and economical Digidrive SK range of variable speed drives - up to 132kW.
News from Leroy Somer (12 April 2007)
Level limit switch updated
The new Soliphant M level sensor offers smaller fork option for small tanks; density sensitivity adjustment; additional electronic output options; and additional certification. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (12 April 2007)
Server module allows embedded wireless 802.11
MatchPort b/g is an embedded module that enables 802.11 wireless connectivity and web services on any device with a serial interface on its host microcontroller.
News from Lantronix (12 April 2007)
Pump handles aggressive recycling application
User Application Article Crest Process Engineering, which helps Engelhard to maintain its recycling plant, recommended upgrading to a Watson-Marlow Bredel pump. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (12 April 2007)
Agreement spreads collaboration software
AutoVue Professional, Web Edition products, will now be sold as part of the InQuest IQ9 web-based workflow and document management solutions.
News from Cimmetry Systems (12 April 2007)
CFD technology integrated into PLM environment
Fluent 3.0 improves the integration of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) technology in the Catia V5 product lifecycle management (PLM) environment.
News from Ansys (12 April 2007)
Distribution agreement reached for design software
Charisma Careers Private twill provide distribution of SoftInWay's Axstream design optimisation software to the Indian turbo-machinery industry.
News from SoftInWay (12 April 2007)
Conference promotes low-carbon fuels
Cenex is hosting the Naturally Gas one-day conference and exhibition at Holywell Park, Loughborough University, Leicestershire, on Tuesday 1st May.
News from Cenex (12 April 2007)
Software optimises processes
SimSci-Esscor has introduced simulation and modeling software that converts raw process data into consistent and reliable information to support today's asset performance management strategies.
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (12 April 2007)
Flow meters go on display
ABB will be displaying the CalMaster2, an in-situ verification system for both battery and mains-powered electromagnetic flow meters, at this year's IWEX (stand S38).
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (12 April 2007)
Technician licence suits use in the field
Control Microsystems has released the Isagraf Technician Licence for ScadaPack and ScadaPack E-series controllers.
News from Control Microsystems (12 April 2007)
Operator interface displays variables
Control Microsystems has released ScadaPack Vision60, the newest operator interface terminal in the ScadaPack family of high-performance RTU/PLCs.
News from Control Microsystems (12 April 2007)
Guarding system offers easy installation
Satech guarding is viable as a DIY guarding system that can be installed by any competent maintenance department, team of fitters or subcontractors at a rate of around 50m per day. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (12 April 2007)
Purification systems improve equipment life
Parker Hannifin PVS systems are able to remove water, air and particulate contaminants from large volumes of hydraulic, lubricating and transformer fluids efficiently and automatically. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (12 April 2007)
Distributor passes landmark
Midlands distributor Fellows Stringer has been a Verlinde distributor for 15 years, making it the longest serving Verlinde distributor in the UK.
News from Verlinde (12 April 2007)
Machine-vision cameras come with USB interface
Edmund Optics' EO cameras are equipped with software features designed to make machine vision easier to implement and control while the USB interface provides a high-speed link for data downloads.
News from Edmund Optics (12 April 2007)
Analyser checks sterilisation procedures
The AirSentry-IMS provides a single analyser for both monitoring vaporised hydrogen peroxide and ensuring sterilisation and purged concentrations.
News from Particle Measuring Systems (12 April 2007)
Side-mounting slides keep balls in check
Ondrives offers a wide range of precision linear slides, including the side-mounting HY series.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (12 April 2007)
20 years supplying drives and controls
Newton Tesla (Electric Drives) was started up in 1987 by husband and wife team, George and Janet Newton.
News from Newton Tesla (Electric Drives) (12 April 2007)
Epoxy expertise enables award-winning yarn
User Application Article Huntsman Advanced Materials assisted EMS in the development of Grilon MS yarn by applying its expertise in the performance and mechanical properties of epoxy resin systems.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (12 April 2007)
Bearings now available online
Igus has expanded the opening hours of its UK offices and added online shopping to its website. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (12 April 2007)
Instrument brochure and price list are combined
The new full colour Catalist 2007 brochure from Crompton Instruments, part of Tyco Electronics - Energy Division contains over 800 standard products. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Energy Division (12 April 2007)
3D software is free to educators
The SolidWorks-STEM Educators II grant offers free licences of SolidWorks Student Edition 3D CAD software to individual US educators.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (12 April 2007)
Lifting Solutions wins contract for Asian Games
User Application Article Lifting Solutions completes largest ever steel wire rope order.
News from Lifting Solutions (12 April 2007)
Relays upgrade at no charge
Synchrophasor measurements now available in SEL-351 distribution relays.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (12 April 2007)
Training courses cover Profibus and more
Profibus and related training courses are conducted at the Profibus Competence Centre at Manchester Metropolitan University.
News from Profibus Group (11 April 2007)
Control system handles steel mill data
User Application Article Matrix Technologies faced was contracted to upgrade the Level 2 supervisory process control system for a basic oxygen furnace at one of AK Steel's mills. Brochure Available
News from MatrikonOPC (11 April 2007)
IR camera deals with every lighting level
The SU320KTSX-1.7RT SWIR video camera offers high sensitivity and wide dynamic range in the SWIR wavelength, from 0.9 micron to 1.7 micron.
News from Goodrich Optical and Space Systems (11 April 2007)
System boosts wind power reliability
Moventas' condition management system focuses on the mechanical power transmission of wind power equipment, which is mainly the gearbox and associated components.
News from Moventas (11 April 2007)
Solution monitors tests
Zwick's testXpert II overcome small timing delays in the Windows operating system, using a combination of hardware and software. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (11 April 2007)
Tilt sensors use high-quality ceramic parts
Inertial Aerosystems have introduced a new range of economical miniature fluid filled tilt sensors manufactured by US Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (11 April 2007)
Cable company opens Chinese plant
Nexans' new Chinese facility produces telecommunication and signalling cables for the railway infrastructure market.
News from Nexans (11 April 2007)
Control valve positioner frees up microprocessors
The 3730 joins the established line of Samson positioners, all of which are based upon a common model platform.
News from Samson Controls (11 April 2007)
Linear actuators offer 0.9 degree step angle
Haydon linear actuators size 14 hybrid linear actuators are now available with a 0.9 degree step angle.
News from Servotechnic (11 April 2007)
Transmitter released in intrinsically safe version
Michell Instruments' Easidew TX IS is a low -cost, rugged impedance dew-point transmitter for continuous measurement in industrial gas applications. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (11 April 2007)
UPS leadership award presented
The 2006 Frost and Sullivan Award for Vertical Market Penetration Leadership among UPS manufacturers serving various data centre sectors has been presented to Chloride Power.
News from Chloride Power Protection (11 April 2007)
CNC package suits small runs for university
User Application Article Gate Machinery International supplied a total of nine machines to Queen Mary, University of London, Department of Engineering over a 12-month period.
News from ACI (UK) (11 April 2007)
Automotive company chooses rotary position sensors
User Application Article Ray Mallock is using the sensors on its MG Lola LMP2 and Chevrolet Lacetti World Touring Car models. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (11 April 2007)
Company claims women key to EU RandD
The European Union's (EU) RandD goals can be achieved with increased investment in education and support for female engineers, according to a UGS executive.
News from Siemens PLM Software (11 April 2007)
Mechanism holds shower panels in place
User Application Article BNL has joined forces with Daryl Showers to produce an adjustable mechanism for securing glass shower panels into their frames.
News from BNL (UK) (11 April 2007)
Book guides users through ISA95
The Road to Integration: A Guide to Applying the ISA95 Standard in Manufacturing, by Bianca Scholten guides users through applying the standard.
News from ISA (11 April 2007)
Inclinometers offer easy reading
Rieker's vial inclinometers make it easy to get quick, accurate readings under a wide variety of severe environmental conditions.
News from Rieker Electronics (11 April 2007)
Interfaces ease prototyping
Sick's new interfaces allow customers to take advantage of a full range of Hiperface motor feedback encoders and use them in conventional industrial applications.
News from Sick (UK) (11 April 2007)
Coker heater contract signed
Foster Wheeler USA has been awarded a contract by CNOOC Oil and Petrochemicals for the thermal design, engineering, procurement, and material supply of two delayed coker heaters.
News from Foster Wheeler (11 April 2007)
Coatings company expands in Europe and US
Bekaert has announced a strategic investment plan to expand its production facilities in Europe and the US.
News from Bekaert Advanced Coatings (11 April 2007)
Tool quickens maintenance
Dart Systems' PV2100 Industrial Endoscope (or Borescope) enables maintenance and inspection routines to be carried out without fully dismantling engines, machinery, control panels and systems.
News from Dart Systems (11 April 2007)
Agreement increases Ethernet/IP support
Schneider Electric will significantly increase its level of support for ODVA by becoming one of its principal members.
News from ODVA (11 April 2007)
Incremental encoders offer customer programming
DRS26 CoreTech incremental encoders from Sick Stegmann are now customer-programmable, allowing users to freely program the width of the zero pulse and the number of lines from 1 to 8192.
News from Sick Stegmann (11 April 2007)
Viscometer deals with small samples
The Viscolite VL700HP-T15 is capable of measuring fluid volumes down to just 10ml Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (11 April 2007)
Online viscometer serves grain distillery
User Application Article Since 1998, an XL7 online viscometer from Hydramotion has been in use at one of Scotland's largest grain distilleries, the North British Distillery company in Edinburgh. Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (11 April 2007)
Wind power in the back garden
User Application Article For those who want to take energy production into their own hands, there is an alternative to relying on the national grid: Micro wind-turbines.
News from Protomold UK (11 April 2007)
Name change announced for densitometers
Emerson Process Management has changed the brand name of its densitometer product line from Solartron to Micro Motion.
News from Emerson Process Management (11 April 2007)
Website devoted to vacuum engineers
Users of vacuum pumps, vacuum equipment and associated instrumentation will find a wealth of essential information on the Industrial Vacuum website, the dedicated online resource for vacuum engineers.
News from Industrial Vacuum (11 April 2007)
Automation company receives recognition
RuleStream Corporation has been named to the Start-It 125 list for the second year in a row.
News from RuleStream Corp (11 April 2007)
Software company plans third user conference
Pavilion Technologies has announced plans to hold its third annual worldwide user conference at the Hilton hotel in downtown Austin, Texas, 14th-17th May.
News from Pavilion Technologies (11 April 2007)
Surface analysis workshop held
CSMA has held a workshop to highlight the practical benefits of surface and interface analysis to key industrial sectors involved with product engineering.
News from CSMA (Centre for Surface and Materials Analysis) (11 April 2007)
Relay manufacturer voted number 1
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories ranked number 1 relay manufacturer by Electric Utilities.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (11 April 2007)
Resistant enclosure for new control system
SEL powerCORE: new rugged, versatile substation control system for transmission or distribution.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (11 April 2007)
SEL gets major contract in Brazil
User Application Article Elektro selects SEL to modernize 30 substations.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (11 April 2007)
Infra-red cameras for explosive atmospheres
The Ex-CAM AF Series of fixed-mount infra-red camera systems is designed specifically for use in explosive atmospheres. Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (10 April 2007)
Pump painting process is streamlined
New pump paint facility assists in streamlining production processes and improving paint finishes generally.
News from CDR Pumps (UK) (10 April 2007)
Associations unite for wide-ranging training
Training courses cover risk assessment, EMC, the WEEE and RoHS directives as well as the function safety of control systems and the new Machinery Directive.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (10 April 2007)
Plugs lock into F135 engines
User Application Article Moeller has completed and shipped the first production lot of Click-Loc borescope plugs and locks for the Pratt and Whitney F135 engine.
News from Moeller Manufacturing (10 April 2007)
Software supports FDT technology
FDT (Field Device Tool) technology standardises the communication interfaces between field devices and the system environment. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (10 April 2007)
Standard range expands in Hanover
Rencol Component Sourcing Solutions will exhibit at the Hanover Messe from 16th to 20th April 2007.
News from Rencol Component Sourcing Solutions (10 April 2007)
Green to drive continual improvement
Nick Green has been appointed UK General Manager of the Flowserve Flow Control Process Division.
News from Flowserve (10 April 2007)
Grant supports nanopositioning research
The deadline for nominations for the annual PI NanoInnovation grant is 30th April 2007. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (10 April 2007)
Rebates available for power upgrades
Nevada Power and Sierra Pacific Power have qualified Power Efficiency Corp's technology for a prescriptive rebate on escalators throughout the state of Nevada.
News from Power Efficiency Corporation (10 April 2007)
Tungsten mix wins long-life trial
A recent student study pitted Tri-Mix tungsten against an array of tungsten including thoriated, ceriated and pure.
News from Diamond Ground Products (10 April 2007)
Space specialists converge on Boulder
Office will provide local support to customers in Colorado's growing space industry.
News from Alliance Spacesystems (10 April 2007)
Linear actuators add encoder feedback
Internal monolithic electronic module converts the real-time position, speed and direction into TTL compatible outputs.
News from Haydon Motion Europe (10 April 2007)
Successful seminar kicks off series
A seminar on "Energy, efficiency and sustainability" held at the National Fluid Power Centre was an overwhelming success.
News from National Fluid Power Centre (10 April 2007)
Cables are made for Profibus DP
DataCell Field Profibus DP cables are constructed to comply with Profibus specification EN50170-2-2:1996.
News from Northwire (10 April 2007)
FEA software gets close to UGS users
Noran Engineering is now a full UGS Channel Partner.
News from Noran Engineering (10 April 2007)
Force measurement system is easy for retrofit
In-process force measurement system includes peak hold feature to allow older PLC systems to stay in synch with high-speed production cycles.
News from PCB Piezotronics (10 April 2007)
Flow calibration gains UKAS accreditation
Young Calibration has upgraded its water gravimetric flow calibration facility and has received UKAS accreditation.
News from Young Calibration (10 April 2007)
Collaboration is key to in-house award
User Application Article ITI best practices for new product development have helped Hitachi Medical to capture a prestigious in-house innovation award.
News from ITI (10 April 2007)
Mass Coriolis flowmeters offer more options
Changes open the C-Flow product line up for use across many industries and applications where hazardous environments are common.
News from AW-Lake Company (10 April 2007)
Piezoelectric motor survives the cold
New Scale Technologies has created a custom cryogenic version of its tiny SQL Series piezoelectric Squiggle motor.
News from New Scale Technologies (10 April 2007)
Silicone foams make the most of base materials
Technical Background Article High-tech silicone foam materials have been successful in answering the prayers of many researchers and product designers.
News from MTI Leewood (10 April 2007)
IEC61499 function blocks explained
ISA has announced the publication of "IEC61499 function blocks for embedded and distributed control systems design" by Valeriy Vyatkin.
News from ISA (10 April 2007)
Headquarters moves into San Francisco icon
Lattice Technology has moved its headquarters into new offices in one of San Francisco's most recognisable historic structures. Brochure Available
News from Lattice Technology (10 April 2007)
Compact loadcell is fully protected
Loadcell with overload protection is used in medical bag weighing applications, as well as automated feedback control and testing applications.
News from Futek Advanced Sensor Technology (10 April 2007)
Agreement harmonises fieldbus training
Fieldbus training centres establish a licence agreement for sharing fieldbus training resources.
News from Fieldbus Center (10 April 2007)
Sakurai takes over from Chermside
Eriko Sakurai has been named Global Industry Executive Director for the Dow Corning Expertise-Based Industry Group.
News from Dow Corning (10 April 2007)
Syringe pump is powerful performer
Programmable syringe pump has a high-power stepper motor that provides over 890N of linear force.
News from Harvard Apparatus ( 9 April 2007)
Device server converts eight serial lines
Eight-port high speed serial device server provides reliable communication connection between RS232/422/485 serial devices and an Ethernet LAN or WAN.
News from Ethernet Direct ( 9 April 2007)
Craftsmen working with precious metals?
Technical Background Article With the price of nickel hitting US $1 per ounce Alan Brown of Arc Energy Resources argues that weld overlay cladding specialists should be reclassified as craftsmen working with precious metals.
News from Arc Energy Resources ( 9 April 2007)
Electric vehicle builders are set new targets
Greenpower Formula 24 starts on 29th April 2007 at Goodwood motor racing circuit with new shorter races.
News from Greenpower ( 9 April 2007)
University helps the best of British
The Best of British Industry awards took place on 8th February 2007, providing the opportunity to examine and celebrate the achievements of modern British companies.
News from AMAP (University of Sunderland) ( 9 April 2007)
Mechanical drives set for Total showing
Ondrives and Rino Industries will exhibit jointly at the Total Processing and Packing exhibition , with a wide range of mechanical drive components.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries ( 9 April 2007)
Joint venture joins Catia network
Forming Technologies has appointed Rand North America as its newest Catia solution distribution partner.
News from Forming Technologies ( 9 April 2007)
Automation project brings powerful results
User Application Article Invetech has concluded a commercialisation project on behalf of Australian-based Cap-XX, world leader in the development of prismatic supercapacitors. Brochure Available
News from Invetech ( 9 April 2007)
Summer savings on CMM/probe combos
Aberlink has teamed up with Renishaw to offer an extremely generous incentive to all new UK customers who purchase any Aberlink CMM throughout the months of May, June and July.
News from Aberlink ( 9 April 2007)
Conference cracks the codes of machine safety
One-day conference will provide a comprehensive overview of machinery safety issues in the light of current and upcoming standards, and will examine their practical application through case studies.
News from British Automation and Robotics Association ( 9 April 2007)
Thermographic consultancy expands its range
User Application Article The ThermaCAM P640 has been developed to provide the professional thermographer with the means to accomplish infra-red inspections more thoroughly, efficiently and quickly. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems ( 9 April 2007)
Pipe heaters can be assembled off-site
Modular pipework heating system offers high levels of hygiene and improved on-site health and safety.
News from Inditherm ( 9 April 2007)
Shredder boasts twice the flow rate
The Dimminutor DX (duplex) has two complete systems built into one frame for twice the flow capacity as prior Dimminutor models.
News from Franklin Miller ( 9 April 2007)
Web-based suite makes more sense of test data
Available now from AcquiData, Testream/CS 7.0 includes many new capabilities including a number of new features added to the ReportWriter data reporting tool.
News from AcquiData ( 9 April 2007)
Visualisation software makes sense of SolidWorks
SolidMap supports SolidWorks 3D CAD software with new capabilities for enabling users to visualise relationships that exist in part and assembly files on a highly intuitive graphical map.
News from Kollabnet ( 9 April 2007)
Conference series moves on to Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania conference is the third of four regional meetings that will bring together Ansys and Fluent customers, prospective customers and employees following the Ansys acquisition of Fluent.
News from Ansys ( 9 April 2007)
Open day to include PLM demonstrations
Engineers, manufacturers and designers are invited to a two-day "open house" event on 1st and 2 May 2007 hosted by Engineering Technology Group in association with Desktop Engineering. Brochure Available
News from Desktop Engineering ( 9 April 2007)
Report reaffirms commitment to satisfaction
Utility survey shows Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories as the number-one manufacturer of relays in all eight categories polled.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories ( 9 April 2007)
Distribution relays measure for free
The SEL-351 family of distribution relays from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories now includes synchrophasor measurement technology, built in at no charge.
News from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories ( 9 April 2007)
Navigation system aids automotive safety testing
The newly developed RT2500 inertial and GPS navigation system will make the job of performing the NHTSA tests a lot easier.
News from Oxford Technical Solutions ( 9 April 2007)
Module eases CAD data imports
Using Theorem's new "Multi-CAD" module, Catia V5 users can simply "insert" UGNX data into the current workspace without the need to undertake an external CAD translation.
News from Theorem Solutions ( 9 April 2007)
VR converts switch to sales roles
Virtalis has recruited three new members for its specialist sales team. Brochure Available
News from Virtalis ( 9 April 2007)
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