News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 June
to Saturday 16 June 2007
Wrench set eases hard to access jobs
Facom, Europe's leading tool provider, has further extended its range of high-quality wrenches for its professional end-user customers by launching two new designs of ratcheting combination wrench.
News from Facom UK (15 June 2007)
Couplings provide reliable operation
CD couplings provide the ideal combination of high torsional stiffness and high dynamic load capacity to ensure reliable machine operation. Brochure Available
News from Zero-Max (15 June 2007)
CO2 sensor integrates IR technology
The SensorChip-CO2-4P contains all of the electronics and optics required to accurately measure CO2 in a variety of industrial applications.
News from ICx Photonics (15 June 2007)
Rivet copes with tough marine environments
User Application Article MEMFast can make and supply rivet studs to individual customers' requirements, ranging from M4 to M10, in all body styles and stud lengths in small, medium and large quantities.
News from Make Ends Meet (15 June 2007)
Plastics distribution deal reached
DSM Engineering Plastics and Resin Express are set to join forces in the market development and sales of DSM Engineering Plastics resins in the Baltic States, Russia, Belarus and Ukraine.
News from DSM Engineering Plastics (15 June 2007)
Software initiative launched in German high school
CAD Schroer's new initiative is is designed to foster interest and enthusiasm for technology and manufacturing among upper level students.
News from CAD Schroer (15 June 2007)
Emergency shutdown unit upgraded
Netherlocks' Faith partial-stroke emergency shutdown (ESD) and HIPPS valve testing unit is now available with an incorporated emergency override lever.
News from Netherlocks Safety Systems (15 June 2007)
Pumps reduce total cost of ownership
The design of Verder's S series pump is simple and straight forward, with a clear separation of the mechanical and electrical components.
News from Verderflex (15 June 2007)
Device eases paint roller cleaning
User Application Article Washa sought the aid of the Polymer Cluster in developing and testing its Rolla Washa.
News from Polymer Cluster (15 June 2007)
Consultancy receives new French certification
The LMS Imagine Division extends the LMS solutions portfolio for functional performance simulation and physical testing. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (15 June 2007)
Survey shows increasing interest in engineering
An international study has found that teenagers today believe that engineering is a challenging, innovative and lucrative career. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (15 June 2007)
Adhesive tapes offer foam bonding
The 4377M and 4380M adhesive tapes were originally designed for the automotive industry, and are ideal for applications with stringent insulation and sound reduction requirements.
News from Adchem Corporation (15 June 2007)
Track rollers optimised
The Schaeffler group has extended and improved its range of yoke and stud type track roller bearings with a new premium X-life range. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (15 June 2007)
Website explains new legislation
The Reach area of the EPMA website provides a compact, yet concise synopsis of the Reach legislation
News from European Powder Metallurgy Association (15 June 2007)
Aircraft company chooses simulation software
User Application Article Chengdu Aircraft has recently completed its implementation of ESI group's composites simulation solution in its aircraft design and manufacturing engineering process.
News from ESI Group (15 June 2007)
Bearing and sealing company acquired
Trelleborg has acquired the operations of precision bearing and sealing devices company Hydro-Components Research and Development Corporation (HCRD).
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions - Orkut (15 June 2007)
Chain functions as linear actuator
Serapid Rigid Chain is used in tough applications that involve exposure to heat, contamination and debris.
News from Serapid (15 June 2007)
Software eases mobile device management
The ability to monitor an individual device or operator's performance can facilitate instant online training and fault finding.
News from Belgravium (15 June 2007)
Product offers simple, quiet dehumidifying
Rosahl dehumidification products are extremely compact and light, do not require any emptying, are completely silent, use very little power and have no moving parts or gel to wear or be replaced.
News from Westside International (15 June 2007)
Switches allow easy network expansion
The FL Switch SFN has a compact housing suitable for universal, localised use in control cabinets and in terminal boxes.
News from Phoenix Contact (15 June 2007)
Robust pump suits chemical metering
The 720 series of cased pumps includes single-channel flows up to 2000 litres an hour, or a maximum of 4000 litres an hour through two individual tubes. Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (14 June 2007)
Dataloggers make it easy to review data
GL200 users can easily set up and capture data with the ability to monitor waveforms and digital values during measurements.
News from Audon Electronics (14 June 2007)
Metal detectors guard chocolate powder
User Application Article Mettler Toledo's Safeline R series Signature detectors are used to search for metal particles in packaged chocolate powder prior to shipping. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (14 June 2007)
Environmental solutions showcased at university
Bill O'Neill, Corporate IT Director at Celesio, is set to open an environmental event in the University's environmentally-friendly Queens Building.
News from De Montfort University Leicester (14 June 2007)
Ethernet compatibility simplifies motion control
User Application Article Ethernet-Powerlink compatible hardware has substantially reduced the hardware and wiring on a new variant of Harland's Mercury labelling system Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (14 June 2007)
Porous metals suit filter design
User Application Article Porous metal holds its form well, functions in tough conditions and lasts longer than other materials.
News from Mott (14 June 2007)
3D CAD aids cooling system design
User Application Article SolidWorks software helps BorgWarner Thermal Systems design better products that make engines run cleaner, longer, quieter and more efficiently.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (14 June 2007)
Training simulator contract signed
The Invensys OTS solution supplied to the BASF FINA Petrochemicals LP Olefins Plant will include Dynsim simulation software for high-fidelity process modelling.
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (14 June 2007)
Mag drive range prevents seal failures
User Application Article The TB series of Verder's mag drive range has a zero thrust design and incorporates a rotating filter combined with silicon carbide shaft, bearings and internal wear ring
News from Verderflex (14 June 2007)
Seal-less pumps avoid hose degradation
User Application Article Verder undertook the challenge to identify and design a solution for safe and efficient handling of most petroleum-based products.
News from Verderflex (14 June 2007)
Vortex flowmeter provides full redundancy
Krohne's Optiswirl vortex flowmeter provides dual measurement in pipelines where two different media flow concurrently.
News from Krohne (14 June 2007)
Software offers the features of 32 instruments
MultiScope 6.5 effectively acts a graphical user interface for acquiring, analysing and presenting data on a single PC without specialised lab instruments.
News from DSPCon (14 June 2007)
Robot handles heavy lifting
The Kuka KR 1000 titan six-axis robot has a payload capacity of 1000kg and a reach of 3200mm, suitable for the building materials, automotive and foundry industries.
News from Kuka Robotics (14 June 2007)
Noise-absorbent steel suits explosive environments
SDS has developed a new polymer which enables conduction between the layers, reducing the risk of sparks or electric shock. Brochure Available
News from SoundDeadSteel.com (14 June 2007)
High-speed robot works in tight environments
The LR Mate 200iC has a rigidly constructed lightweight arm which enables it to be positioned in confined spaces. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc Robotics (UK) (14 June 2007)
Software simulates composite parts manufacturing
Three-dimensional modelling now makes the study of thick parts possible and thermal management can be optimised.
News from ESI Group (14 June 2007)
Aircraft company outsources design work
User Application Article Sell has decided to outsource design and modelling work to Incat.
News from Incat (14 June 2007)
Meters monitor water vapours
Versaperm's MK VI water transmission meter allows users to monitor water vapour levels that may be getting past seals.
News from Versaperm (14 June 2007)
X-ray system suits manual and automatic inspection
Axis-3D's standard conveyor design allows simple and rapid integration with existing production line facilities.
News from 3DX-Ray (14 June 2007)
Architectural and design models go on show
Arrk Product Development group will be displaying a host of architectural and product design models from leading architectural practices and design houses.
News from Arrk PDG (14 June 2007)
Cost effective predictive maintenance explained
Brochure focuses on saving money on machinery health by using 4-20mA vibration data for cost effective vibration monitoring.
News from Wilcoxon Research (14 June 2007)
Traffic lights signal flexible approach to safety
The Sirena range of industrial traffic lights is larger and more comprehensive than others on the market.
News from Switchtec (14 June 2007)
E-learning system set for upgrade
Learning Management Platform delivers knowledge management capability and enables the management and delivery of e-learning content.
News from elearning-training (14 June 2007)
Coupler puts fieldbus data over Ethernet
Modular bus coupler with eight digital inputs couples local bus station to an Ethernet network and is also used for measuring digital signals.
News from Phoenix Contact (14 June 2007)
Supply scales the peaks of motor control
Compact power supply offers six times rated current for 12ms.
News from Phoenix Contact (14 June 2007)
Bluetooth module integrates Ethernet components
Two FL Bluetooth AP modules allow an encrypted connection to be established between two Ethernet participants with no additional configuration required.
News from Phoenix Contact (13 June 2007)
Flexible controller eases communication
Controller applications and visualisations can be programmed using Microsoft Visual Studio .NET without having to pay a licence fee.
News from Phoenix Contact (13 June 2007)
Adhesive handles high temperatures
Master Bond EP33 maintains its bonding strength even when exposed to 205-235C temperatures.
News from Master Bond (13 June 2007)
Roller chains resist corrosion
Iwis CR chains have a 50% higher fatigue life than stainless steel versions, along with a 30% higher breaking strength.
News from Iwis-Flexon (13 June 2007)
System offers easy oil level checking
Oil level indication is a vital part of any system and needs to use a quick and simple checking procedure. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (13 June 2007)
Ribbed disc improves flow rates
The design of the 316SS stainless steel disc enables a thinner disc section to be used in the valve, providing higher CV characteristics over a conventional flat faced disc.
News from Tomoe Valve (13 June 2007)
Power press safety system improves throughput
User Application Article Operator safety is a critical consideration for any company running power press equipment ultimately overriding all other operational and financial considerations.
News from Transicon (13 June 2007)
Level sensor handles large pressure range
Liquicap M offers a SIL2 rating according to IEC61508 for both low and high demand mode and is ATEX certified to EEx ia and EEx d for hazardous area use. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (13 June 2007)
GBP 500,000 connector contract completed
User Application Article The Destec G-Range clamp connector is suitable for a wide range of pipe networks and used extensively in production manifold, flow line and valve installations.
News from Destec Engineering (13 June 2007)
Power supplies cover 7 to 1440W range
Delivering nominal 24V outputs, Phaseo Universal supplies are available with ratings up to 960W.
News from Schneider Electric (13 June 2007)
Viscometer handles high pressures
User Application Article High pressures present no challenge to the Hydramotion XL7 on-line viscometer. Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (13 June 2007)
Filtration carts enable cruise ship upgrade
User Application Article Hydraulic filtration carts from Parker Hannifin, allows the Queen Elizabeth II to upgrade its steering system no additional time in dry dock or disruption to its schedule. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (13 June 2007)
Company celebrates 25 years in business
To win an iPod, readers should visit the Rencol website and follow the instructions for entering the silver jubilee competition. Brochure Available
News from Rencol Tolerance Rings (13 June 2007)
Gear drives keep rolling machines working
User Application Article Two PW70 single-reduction worm gear units were supplied to Leistritz Thommen for its rolling machines.
News from Renold Gears (13 June 2007)
System simplifies motor starter wiring
Connecting motor starters with easyConnect SmartWire is very straightforward.
News from RS Components UK (13 June 2007)
Taiwanese sensor distribution deal reached
G-Tech Instrument is set to to represent the Endevco family of measurement products in Taiwan.
News from Endevco (13 June 2007)
Battery contract awarded for Beijing trains
User Application Article Batteries for Beijing Metro's trainsets will be supplied by Saft's new PRC production facility in one of its first contracts for a local OEM in China. Brochure Available
News from Saft Industrial Batteries (13 June 2007)
High-power switching comes in a small package
The silent operation and extremely long life expectancy of Crydom's solid-state relays makes them ideal for replacing PCB electromechanical relays.
News from Crydom International (13 June 2007)
Software boosts electronics company efficiency
User Application Article Using Windchill, DMS Division has standardised design documents at both product development and manufacturing sites.
News from PTC - Parametric Technology (UK) (13 June 2007)
3D software used for printer design
User Application Article Judges chose the Oce TDS700 from more than 2000 entrants because of its innovative design, usability and commitment to a healthy environment.
News from CoCreate Software (13 June 2007)
Electrodes offer excellent arc control
A stable, soft arc at very low current and voltage makes ESAB's new electrodes suitable for both up and downhill welding of pipes with a wall thickness in the region of 2mm. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (12 June 2007)
Pressure sensors allow tyre testing
User Application Article VTI Technologies' pressure sensors allow quick, easy and accurate tyre pressure checking.
News from VTI Technologies (12 June 2007)
MSc courses launched
Two new MSc courses have been designed following extensive consultation with technical specialists at NAMTEC and employers in the engineering, metal and manufacturing sectors.
News from National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) (12 June 2007)
WEEE guides released for European manufacturers
UGS claims its WEEE guide shows that compliance is easier than many companies think.
News from Siemens PLM Software (12 June 2007)
Software company experiences management buy in
A management buy in at Hima-Sella sees Ian Wright take up the role of Managing Director, supported by John Blackwell, Finance Director and Eddy Turnock, Sales and Marketing Director.
News from Hima-Sella (12 June 2007)
Inspection software receives new features
Delcam's PowerInspect inspection software is compatible with the AIMS metrology system used by leading aerospace companies, such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (12 June 2007)
Frequency inverter cuts cost and complexity
Sensorless vector operation allows Lenze's SMV frequency inverter to provide fast dynamic torque response and low-speed operation. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (12 June 2007)
Toyota chooses PLM solution
User Application Article PTC's Windchill PDMLink 8.0 PLM system is set to help Toyota improve its product development processes.
News from PTC - Parametric Technology (UK) (12 June 2007)
Pressure comparators allow sensor calibration
Wika pressure comparators make pressure generation and assimilation simple.
News from Calibration Dynamics (12 June 2007)
New materials meet environmental standards
GE Plastics' LNP Starflam compounds offer high-end mechanical and electrical properties that exceed those of traditional materials that use brominated and red phosphorus additives.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (12 June 2007)
Sensor monitors 1-200bar pressures
The Sensit Economic Industrial Transmitter incorporates an ASIC circuit to ensure accuracy and temperature compensation across all environmental conditions.
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (12 June 2007)
Aviation composites partnership reached
Composite parts in aircraft dramatically reduce the weight of aircraft, thus improving aircraft performance and efficiency.
News from ESI Group (12 June 2007)
Automation software chosen for RTUs
User Application Article The Kingfisher Plus+ series fully embeds the ISaGRAF 5 control software environment, making it the first ever RTU to support both the IEC 61131-3 and IEC 61499 standards.
News from ICS Triplex ISaGRAF (12 June 2007)
Sensors protect power station cranes
User Application Article Sick|Stegmann's Pomux KH53 Linear encoder system allows the Dinorwig hydroelectric power station to avoid collisions between its three maintenance cranes.
News from Sick (UK) (12 June 2007)
Recorders suit heat treatment shops
Eurotherm's 6180 AeroDAQ makes it easier for heat treatment shops to comply with AMS2750 Revision D.
News from Eurotherm (12 June 2007)
Design consultancy makes CAD choice
User Application Article SolidWorks allows Hyphen to cut weeks out of product development while exploring more design options.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (12 June 2007)
I/O modules collect and transmit signals
The ILB IB AI4 AO2 and ILB PB AI4 AO2 Inline Block I/O modules each have four analogue inputs and two analogue outputs.
News from Phoenix Contact (12 June 2007)
Guides help users select the right adhesive tape
Adchem Corporation's new guide allows engineers and specifiers to select proven adhesive tape candidates for evaluation.
News from Adchem Corporation (12 June 2007)
Modem allows distributed data acquisition
Phoenix Contact's GPRS/GSM modem allows the establishment of affordable TCP/IP-based GPRS connections.
News from Phoenix Contact (12 June 2007)
Vacuum company invests in CAD software
User Application Article BOC Edwards has chosen Autodesk's Productstream to manage data from overseas sites producing its nonstandard systemised products
News from Autodesk (12 June 2007)
How to select an adhesive convertor that sticks
Technical Background Article Not all adhesive convertors are created equal, says Tony Liuzzo, Business Development Manager at M+C Specialties.
News from M+C Specialties (12 June 2007)
Foundation Fieldbus H1 networks in hazardous areas
White paper provides a rigorous discussion of hazardous environments, the standards and practices involved, and considerations for installing a Foundation Fieldbus H1 system.
News from Moore Industries International (12 June 2007)
Couplings offer alternative to Rotex
The Roplex range provides direct equivalents to KTR Rotex couplings.
News from Challenge Power Transmissions (12 June 2007)
System guarantees purity of medical air
Permanent monitoring of compressed air quality makes it easy to comply with the mandatory limit values stipulated in the European Pharmacopoeia. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (12 June 2007)
School racers receive professional edge
Rainworth-based Joseph Whitaker School has been helped into pole position on the grid when it competes against over 40 East Midlands schools at the national Formula Schools competition.
News from MEIRG (12 June 2007)
Lighten the load
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work's 2007 campaign to tackle musculoskeletal disorders.
News from European Agency For Safety And Health At Work (12 June 2007)
Compressed air treatment range updated
Compressed air treatment catalogue features innovative products for all types of applications. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Process Air and Gas (11 June 2007)
A locking fastener that can be reused
Technical Background Article Kevin Peacock, Application Engineer for Spiralock, describes a screw thread fastening solution that is both self locking and reusable.
News from Spiralock (11 June 2007)
Accelerometers suit aerospace and automotive use
MEMS DC response accelerometers can withstand high mechanical shocks of up to 10,000g and have been gas-damped.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (11 June 2007)
Screw compressor reduces costs and noise
The L80 also delivers noise levels of 69dB(A), meaning that it is easy to stand next to the compressor and have a conversation, with no need for users to wear ear protection.
News from CompAir UK (11 June 2007)
Measuring system handles low-contrast materials
Optical measurement is carried out by using the Dynascope head, allowing for measurement of optically difficult parts and video measurement. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (11 June 2007)
Actuators chosen for gas projects
Six hundred IQ actuators have been ordered for a project in the United Arab Emirates, together with up to sixteen Rotork Pakscan two-wire digital control systems.
News from Rotork Controls (11 June 2007)
Online tool eases automation specification
Once the main information has been input then the Easy-2-Combine system auto-calculates the moment of inertia and will work out the size of the drives required.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly (11 June 2007)
Servos handle extreme environments
Inmoco's Elmo Motion Control ExtrIQ servo product family is tested against intense vibration of over 15G and offer extensive resistance to mechanical shocks. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (11 June 2007)
Right-angled gearheads offer high power density
LPK+ gearheads are suitable applications where economic efficiency is a top priority.
News from Alpha Gear Drives (11 June 2007)
Linear actuator covers multiple positions
The maximum force of the linear actuator and the torque of the rotary actuator have been increased as much as 300%.
News from Alpha Gear Drives (11 June 2007)
Event promotes the Tees Valley
Powering Ahead 2007 has been designed to give people an insight into how the Tees Valley is developing as a high-quality energy hub
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (11 June 2007)
Compressor upgraded with larger motor
Thorite's Diamond Professional series 2kW compressor includes a larger motor and pump to generate additional compressed air.
News from Thorite (11 June 2007)
Aluminium assembly offers reduced weight
Euro-Bearings' rail and carriage motion guidance assembly uses a profiled aluminium rail with hardened bearing steel inserts on both the rails and aluminium carriages for the ball contact areas.
News from Euro-Bearings (11 June 2007)
Chip offers viscometer and rheometer
RheoSense's VROC is suitable for chemists and engineers involved in the RandD and quality control of complex liquids.
News from RheoSense (11 June 2007)
Solution cleans aircraft fuel tanks
The EnSolv FLC formulation dissolves oil residues and sludges formed by microbial growth and inhibits re-colonisation. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe (11 June 2007)
Telescope uses world's largest IR camera
User Application Article Kaydon bearings were selected for the filter wheel mechanism in the world's largest infra-red camera, part of the Vista telescope.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (11 June 2007)
Modelling systems win award
Process Systems Enterprise's mathematical modelling systems were developed to help make chemical plants safer and more efficient.
News from Process Systems Enterprise (11 June 2007)
Coating distribution deal reached
The partnership between Houghton and Sanchem will provide customers with technical support and product availability across Europe.
News from Houghton UK (11 June 2007)
Drives catalogue goes online
The Lenze DSC Drive Solution catalogue generates 2D and 3D CAD drawings from the virtually infinite possibilities with Lenze motors and geared motors, and is available online. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (11 June 2007)
Workstation allows noise and vibration testing
The Wave acoustic workstation consists of eight different analysers that include, FFT, order, sound power, third octave, pass-by and customisable personal analyser.
News from Metrum Information Storage (11 June 2007)
Manufacturers evaluate motor controllers
OEMs are evaluating Esave Technology for inclusion as a standard component to improve the efficiency of their electric motors that power their products.
News from Power Efficiency Corporation (11 June 2007)
Microwave sensors monitor biogas process
HF Sensor offers a microwave based solution which has been designed specifically for use in biogas plants. Brochure Available
News from Isatec (11 June 2007)
Swivel clamp connectors come together
Swivel clamp connector joints are an assembly of two swivel clamp connectors with machined clamping bores in a variety of metric sizes.
News from Winco (11 June 2007)
Digital multimeter comes with a bonus
Anyone who purchases a Fluke 87V DMM before 30th June 2007 can claim a free gift. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) (11 June 2007)
Profisafe goes wireless
Version 2.4 of the Profisafe profile describes the conditions for the functionally safe transmission of data via WLAN and Bluetooth.
News from Profibus Group (11 June 2007)
Success for Hochiki at FireExpo
Enthusiastic response to Hochiki's expanded product line-up.
News from Hochiki Europe (UK) Ltd (11 June 2007)
Safety training on DVD
A new, unique and innovative approach to DVD training from Safety Media.
News from Safety Media (11 June 2007)
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