News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 27 May
to Saturday 2 June 2007
Waterproof probes illuminate cavities
Moritex borescopes and endoscopes provide bright illumination for conducting visual inspections in the darkest and smallest of cavities.
News from Moritex Europe ( 1 June 2007)
Controller gains new security certification
It is becoming increasingly important that the safety system is fully protected from external hostile intrusions that could place personnel at risk.
News from Invensys Triconex ( 1 June 2007)
Fieldbus integration work continues
Fieldbus Integration has started work on integrating the HART and FF communication systems for process automation.
News from Profibus Group ( 1 June 2007)
Hinges resist corrosion
CMM-SST hinges come in 40 to 60mm sizes, making them suitable for small enclosure doors and for large access panels or cabinet doors. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) ( 1 June 2007)
Tightening tool catalogue released
Britool's 2007 catalogue features 138 new products, including additions to the company's range of sockets, storage, wrenches and screwdrivers.
News from Britool ( 1 June 2007)
Linear motion catalogue released
WMH is offering Hiwin's HG series of linear guides and rails up to size 65.
News from WMH Transmissions ( 1 June 2007)
Enclosures protect electrical equipment
AutomationDirect's disconnect enclosures meet NEMA standards for performance and protection of the electrical equipment installed within them.
News from AutomationDirect ( 1 June 2007)
Dispenser handles a range of viscosities
The SL101 air-controlled dispenser is designed to be highly reliable and accurate while also priced to bring digitally controlled dispensing to all budgets.
News from Intertronics ( 1 June 2007)
Switches provide a full Ethernet redundancy ring
User Application Article Data monitoring and control systems need to be of the highest reliability levels in such a harsh environment as mining.
News from Westermo Data Communications ( 1 June 2007)
Vacuum circuit breakers upgraded
New Evolis vacuum circuit breakers have a mechanical endurance of 20,000 switching operations, twice that of their predecessors.
News from Schneider Electric ( 1 June 2007)
Woodworking company seeks CNC solution
User Application Article Three existing Yaskawa Servopack servo drives were replaced a Ferrari CNC machine's panel.
News from Yaskawa Engineering Europe ( 1 June 2007)
Connectors provide IP67 protection
Turck's powerfast connectors are excellent for conveyor, small motor and material handling applications.
News from Turck ( 1 June 2007)
Data import module updated
Adept Scientific's DADiMP 5.0 extends DADiSP's importing capabilities, allowing users to import data files with sophisticated formats. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 1 June 2007)
DC blowers suit a range of applications
Flows up to 7.76m3/min can be realised by high-voltage Windjammer units, depending on the model.
News from Ametek Technical and Industrial Products ( 1 June 2007)
Laser analyser provides fast measurement
The Yokogawa TruePeak tunable diode laser (TDL) analyser can perform measurements in environments involving changing pressure or temperature.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation ( 1 June 2007)
Fanless PC carries up to 1Gbyte of RAM
The ACS-2630 Box PC system from Datasound Laboratories provides up to 1.7GHz of processing power housed in a rugged, self contained, fanless case.
News from Datasound Laboratories ( 1 June 2007)
Load cell provides feedback control
Futek's LBB300 bending beam load cell can be used to measure force, surface pressure and displacement.
News from Futek Advanced Sensor Technology ( 1 June 2007)
Commitee aids Fieldbus marketing in India
The Fieldbus Foundation's Indian marketing committee is set to promote adoption of Foundation fieldbus technology throughout the Indian market.
News from Fieldbus Foundation ( 1 June 2007)
Polymer manufacturer moves headquarters
Victrex USA's new headquarters in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania will give the company more space for growth.
News from Victrex USA ( 1 June 2007)
Installation tester offers easy handling
The Di-Log DL9083P multifunction installation tester is the smallest in its class and has been designed for maximum portability and ease of use.
News from Elite Test Equipment ( 1 June 2007)
Disposable funnels ease lubricant application
Fast Funnel disposable funnels are a simple, convenient and clean way to pour.
News from Gleaner Oils (31 May 2007)
Slim motor offers high acceleration
Copley Motion Systems' STB11 motors provide ten times the speed and ten times the life of ballscrew actuators.
News from Copley Controls Corp (31 May 2007)
Products repair or replace screw threads
A dramatic sales increase through one of their fastest growing distributors in the region is highlighting the growing demand for a UK manufacturer's products in Eastern Europe. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (31 May 2007)
Cable glands handle tough environments
The cable glands use a halogen -free Santoprene seal and each one is clearly marked with the size, approval number and mark.
News from Kopex International (31 May 2007)
Brakes improve safety
The BFK468 brakes exchange the traditional single donut shaped coil for six individual coils positioned around the body. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (31 May 2007)
Valves control colour changes
The new line of Color Change Valve assemblies includes the No-Drip fluid valves for colour control.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (31 May 2007)
Ethernet switches co-operate with network software
IntraVUE 2.0 is now fully web-based and can be installed in the process or manufacturing network to be viewed as well as managed remotely.
News from Ethernet Direct (31 May 2007)
Rubber suspension units added to catalogue
The DOS type of rubber suspension unit is particularly well suited for alternating motions at the plus or minus angular range.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries (31 May 2007)
Flashback arrestors protect staff and equipment
Flashbacks can be the result of sustained backfire, incorrect hose purging or simply the wrong gas pressure. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (31 May 2007)
Conference allows Profibus discussion
A presentation at the Profibus User Conference will explain the diagnostic/maintenance data that can be found within intelligent field devices using Profibus PA.
News from Profibus Group (31 May 2007)
Ceramic coating helps reach emission standards
By significantly reducing heat loss from the exhaust system, Zircotec's coating retains high exhaust gas temperatures, reducing warm-up times for aftertreatment systems.
News from Zircotec (31 May 2007)
Locking systems protect data cabinets
The efficient cooling of electronic cabinets now demands that the door be closed and effectively sealed at all times to prevent overheating of equipment. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (31 May 2007)
Software distribution agreement reached
Axemble will bring Seemage to the EU's many small and midsize manufacturing companies, helping them produce product deliverables quickly and efficiently by reusing SolidWorks 3D design data.
News from Seemage (31 May 2007)
Engineering company wins quality accreditation
North View Engineering's new quality accreditation will give it increased access to the petrochemical sector.
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (31 May 2007)
Testing actuator handles a range of applications
In the automotive industry Zwick's electro-mechanical testing actuator has been used to test seat head rests, foams, steering columns, gearshifts and brake pedal assemblies. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (31 May 2007)
Agreement provides US repair service
National RP Support is set to will provide repair and refurbishment services for 3D Systems' stereolithography systems in the United States.
News from Moog FCS (31 May 2007)
System provides sensors with multiple channels
Hach Ultra's Orbisphere 510 offers a multi-channel capability for both thermal conductivity sensors measuring CO2 and N2 and for electrochemical sensors measuring O2.
News from Hach Ultra Analytics (31 May 2007)
Rapid manufacturing conference confirms speakers
The TCT Conference on Rapid Manufacturing focuses on providing solutions for accelerating products to market. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (31 May 2007)
Pressure transmitters offer easy retrofitting
Endress + Hauser's Cerabar S and Deltabar S are built to last, with a robust dual-chambered stainless steel or epoxy coated aluminium housing. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (31 May 2007)
Free guide explains temperature terms
Jargon busting publication provides a comprehensive A to Z of temperature terminology.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (31 May 2007)
Energy chains and cables checked during downtime
Igus engineers are offering free examinations of energy chains and flexible cables. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (31 May 2007)
Fair exposure adds to association's appeal
Membership enquiries underline the BFPA's growing reputation as the UK's foremost trade association for the pneumatic and hydraulic power industries.
News from British Fluid Power Association (31 May 2007)
Bearings website goes international
Improved website provides information about NKE bearings and their applications.
News from NKE Austria (31 May 2007)
Business awards gain engineering dimension
Part of the UK National Business Awards the IMechE Engineering the Future Award is open to engineering centred solutions in any environment.
News from National Business Awards (31 May 2007)
Website promotes stamping simulation
EasyStamping.com promotes the benefits of simulation technology to the stamping industry.
News from EasyStamping.com (31 May 2007)
Supporting research in occupational hygiene
BOHS is launching Research Funding Programme.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society (31 May 2007)
A more efficient fuel recovery at sea
Efficiency of the JLMD System in figures.
News from JLMD Ecologic Group (31 May 2007)
Electrical brands merge
Hylec-APL provides customers of both Hylec Components and Andromeda Products with a one-stop shop.
News from Hylec-APL (30 May 2007)
Lightweight chain comes in standard sizes
Tsubaki PC Chain is a lightweight alternative to all-stainless chains for applications with a high level of moisture present Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (30 May 2007)
Sealant helps provide mirrored structure
User Application Article A mirrored discoid is a key feature of the new Peter Harrison Planetarium, which is being built as part of the GBP 15m Time and Space project at the 330-year-old observatory.
News from Sika (30 May 2007)
Precision stages aid automation
ADC's custom design applications include; fabrication and assembly of gantry tables, spectrometers, hex poles, machine tool, assembly and packaging applications.
News from Advanced Design Consulting (30 May 2007)
Software development kit allows collaboration
Cimmetry's Integration SDK provides end-users with the tools and documentation necessary for corporate developers to add AutoVue's capabilities to DMS/PLM/ERP systems.
News from Cimmetry Systems (30 May 2007)
Software eases engineering programme
User Application Article SolidWorks PDMWorks Enterprise product data management software helps Pivot International to design better products with significant time savings by harnessing control of its CAD data.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (30 May 2007)
Calibrator and fieldbus configurator combined
The MC5 Fieldbus Calibrator combines the benefits of both a multi-function process calibrator and a fieldbus configurator. Brochure Available
News from Beamex (30 May 2007)
Imaging provided in all visibilities
Precision Solutions' Sensors Solutions section provides imaging in all visibility conditions, including white-outs and brown-outs.
News from Precision Solutions (30 May 2007)
Software standardises electrical safety
Zuken is set to supply Honeywell Process Solutions with E.series electrical engineering software to standardise the design and delivery of the division's process safety and control solutions. Brochure Available
News from Zuken (30 May 2007)
Keypad handles tough vending machine applications
User Application Article Film technology from MacDermid Autotype suits keypads in vending machines, an application that must be easy to operate and hard wearing. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (30 May 2007)
Module connects safety controllers
PNOZmulti controllers can transfer safety-related data in both directions (64-bit data rate) over distances of up to 100m and with a maximum reaction time of 30ms.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (30 May 2007)
Software performs safety calculations
Pilz Automation Technology's PAScal makes it much easier to ensure compliance with EN ISO13849-1 or EN IEC62061, plus it helps to save both time and costs.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (30 May 2007)
Fillers control product characteristics
High-performance fillers are increasingly created through nanotechnology.
News from Ceresana Research (30 May 2007)
Machines automate stamp splitting
User Application Article Stephen Mayer produces machines that automate such tasks as splitting sheets of stamps into individual units, handling odd-shaped stamps, and affixing gummed stamps onto first day cover envelopes. Brochure Available
News from Festo (30 May 2007)
Instrument company moves into new offices
Michell Instruments' new offices have been developed to house the company's expanding team. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (30 May 2007)
Application optimises material yield
Easyblank is free to download and use, and reports can be purchased online.
News from StampingSimulation.com (30 May 2007)
Sensor monitors HVAC humidity
Commissioning large-scale projects is fast and straightforward with Testo's P2ATM software.
News from Testo (30 May 2007)
Software provides DWG 2008 compatibility
IntelliCAD 6.4 Beta offers improved quality, DWG 2008 compatibility and increased stability.
News from IntelliCAD Technology Consortium (30 May 2007)
Vibration tool suits novices and experts
The vb7 instrument offers true two-channel on-route data collection with data collection speed maximised by Commtest's adaptive settling technology.
News from Proviso Systems (30 May 2007)
Meteorological measurement provides accurate data
The MET3 and the MET3A meteorological measurement systems have a pressure resolution of more than 1ubar with a total accuracy of 0.09hPa.
News from ETL Group (30 May 2007)
Safety equipment wins innovation award
Fortress Interlocks' safety equipment ensures that potentially dangerous procedures take place in the correct, safe order.
News from Fortress Interlocks (29 May 2007)
Plastic enclosures added to MRO website
Visitors to Farnell's website can order Spelsberg's Abox Black range of enclosures. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK (29 May 2007)
Piercing nut improves reliability
Users of the PIAS piercing nut system no longer have to suffer the effects of noxious fumes resulting from the welding process.
News from Arnold and Shinjo (29 May 2007)
Tooling installs nonstructructural rivets
Alcoa Fastening Systems' Marson V-series tooling is aimed at low-volume rivet users like assembly practitioners, coachbuilders and fabricators. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (29 May 2007)
Inverter/battery released in India
Tripp Lite's APS PowerVerter DC-to-AC Inverter/Battery offers a practical solution for all backup applications requiring 750W (1250VA) to 3600W (6000VA) of power.
News from Tripp Lite (29 May 2007)
Catalogues supplied on Google service
Catalogues from major manufacturers of standard parts have been organised by TraceParts as master collections on Google 3D Warehouse.
News from TraceParts (29 May 2007)
Driver supports Ethernet conectivity
ASComm.NET now supports Ethernet connectivity to A-B's ControlLogix, PLC5, SLC500, and MicroLogix families.
News from Automated Solutions (29 May 2007)
UK and Ireland photonic distribution deal reached
Armstrong Optical has been tasked to identify opportunities for Optikos in the broader European marketplace
News from Armstrong Optical (29 May 2007)
Free registration opens for conference
Entrance to the TCT Exhibition is completely free of charge and registration can be completed quickly and easily on the show website.
News from TCT Conference and Exhibition (29 May 2007)
Moisture systems pass trials
User Application Article The Tews Elektronik range of microwave moisture measuring systems has achieved major success with one of the leading pet food manufacturers in the United States. Brochure Available
News from Isatec (29 May 2007)
Emissions conference focuses on compliance
David Schanbacher will deliver the keynote address at ISA's seventh annual Fugitive Emissions-LDAR Symposium.
News from ISA (29 May 2007)
High-speed camera captures great white shark
User Application Article BBC's six-member production crew used Photron's ultima APX ultra high-speed, high resolution camera to digitally capture the killer shark attack at 1000 frames per second.
News from Photron USA (29 May 2007)
Company acquires wireless shares
Elpro is a global provider of secure and reliable wireless solutions for applications in the process control, manufacturing and utility markets.
News from MTL Instruments Group (29 May 2007)
Academic institutions use electronic sources
Knovel is optimised to facilitate searches by engineers and applied scientists in disciplines from chemistry to civil engineering.
News from Knovel Corporation (29 May 2007)
Brochure covers seismic monitors
Sensonics' eight-page brochure covers its seismic transducers and safety switches, nuclear infrastructure protection, structural and environmental monitoring and vibration data capture and analysis. Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (29 May 2007)
3D measurement patent awarded
Arandar's 3D Measure captures movement in six degrees of motion to determine a distance, level and angle between two or more points.
News from Arandar (29 May 2007)
Adding entertainment to engineering
Hoerbiger Origa MD Ray Barnes is calling for a combination of engineering and entertainment to capture the public's imagination. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (29 May 2007)
Battery monitoring improves productivity
Curtis Instruments' gauges include intelligent technology which warns of predetermined low voltage .
News from Curtis Instruments (UK) (29 May 2007)
Positioner enables stroke tests
Samson Controls' 3730-3 electro pneumatic positioner incorporates an ESD function to enable partial stroke tests to be carried out without disrupting the process line.
News from Samson Controls (29 May 2007)
Global site unites industrial automation
Industrial automation web portal is designed to ensure that customers receive consistent information wherever their operations are based. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 May 2007)
Conditioner keeps watch over rotating machines
High-performance signal conditioning unit provides protection for many types of rotating machinery including centrifuges, fans, gearboxes, motors, pumps, compressors and conveyors Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (29 May 2007)
Addon expands servo controller I/O
Breakout provides access to power, communications and I/O lines on SilverDust servomotor controllers.
News from QuickSilver Controls (29 May 2007)
Calculation software gets into (worm) gear
The latest version of the Mitcalc engineering calculation software package adds several new capabilities, including worm gearing calculation.
News from Mitcalc (29 May 2007)
Actuators add range to portfolio
Metric linear actuators feature guide tubes of chrome plated precision steel, with gun metal follower nuts and plastic end caps.
News from Winco (29 May 2007)
Seal coating maintains performance
User Application Article Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has developed manufacturing and surface technologies to maximise manufacturing speeds and minimise downtime
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (29 May 2007)
Industrial PC handles foundry environments
An environment controller supervises and logs all measured values such as CPU temperature, fan speed as well as operation hours.
News from MSC Tuttlingen (28 May 2007)
Ethernet offers bidirectional communication
HMG-828 industrial managed Gigabit ethernet switches support a flexible SFP form factor to keep the network secured and reliable
News from Ethernet Direct (28 May 2007)
Centrifugal pumps offer fast priming
SP centrifugal pumps are suited to handling fluids with specific gravities up to 1.8, such as sulphuric acid, phosphoric acid and sodium and potassium hydroxide.
News from Michael Smith Engineers (28 May 2007)
How many great UK engineers are there?
During his time in office, Ling will be pushing for all engineers to stand up and be counted, to be proud of their work and say with confidence "I am an engineer".
News from Society of Operations Engineers (28 May 2007)
Stepper motors incorporate internal drivers
The Sanmotion F series of stepper motors with internal drivers offers reduced and simplified wiring together with easy, compact installation. Brochure Available
News from EAO (28 May 2007)
Couplings ease heavy equipment connections
OK Couplings provide a simple solution to mounting and dismounting shaft couplings. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (28 May 2007)
Geotextiles replace traditional materials
The determination of the puncture resistance of geotextile materials is carried out by the CBR static puncture test according to EN ISO12236 or ASTMD6241. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (28 May 2007)
Robotics distribution deal reached
Barr and Paatz is set to distribute the Elau Delta 3 robot, which is ideal for high-speed pick and place application
News from Barr and Paatz (28 May 2007)
Magnetic circuit breakers improve reliability
Everlink is designed to maintain a constant tightening force on the cables and provides a strong, safe and long lasting connection.
News from Schneider Electric (28 May 2007)
Vibration transducer handles harsh applications
The Environmental Equipments Model 1070 industrial vibration transducer is suitable for continuous machine condition monitoring applications where long-term signal reliability is essential.
News from Environmental Equipments (28 May 2007)
Smart actuators cut costs
Log On Motion's smart actuators cut cost, whilst maintaining performance and durability.
News from Log On Motion (28 May 2007)
Servos provide quick response
The XtraDrive servo series delivers a simplified solution offering cost savings. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (28 May 2007)
Servomotor controller allows I/O sharing
QuickSilver Controls' SilverDust IGC makes it easy and inexpensive to create a scalable, multi-axis network.
News from QuickSilver Controls (28 May 2007)
Simulation software suits complex problems
MFA Control Toolbox for Matlab enables users to simulate, test, and evaluate the MFA controllers on their sophisticated process models built in the Matlab/Simulink environment.
News from CyboSoft (28 May 2007)
Accelerometers suit RandD
The new CTA001 accelerometer from Celsum Technologies is available covering ranges from +/-2g to +/-225g. Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (28 May 2007)
Gas company signs diving order
Witt Gas Techniques' MG100-2ME Heliox/O2 electronic gas mixer is set to be used on a diving support vessel and will be delivered during early Summer 2007.
News from Witt Gas Techniques (28 May 2007)
Split seals upgraded
The PSS III split seal suits paper mills, wastewater treatment facilities, soda ash processing and light chemical plants.
News from Flowserve (28 May 2007)
Engineering company completes share acquisition
LMS International, the engineering innovation company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the shares owned by the private shareholders of IMAGINE. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (28 May 2007)
Furnace rebuild increases throughput
User Application Article The Digital Firing technique allows the profile within the furnace to be tailored to match the optimum heating curve and furnace profile for each product.
News from Eurotherm (28 May 2007)
Lightweight CO2 monitor offers portability
When potentially hazardous levels of CO2 are detected the Gasman alerts the user with a loud 95dBA alarm. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (28 May 2007)
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