News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 24 June
to Saturday 30 June 2007
Programmable pressure switch activates alarms
Keller's PA-22 PS pressure switch has an IP67 enclosure rating and affords 1.5 times calibrated range overpressure protection.
News from Keller UK (29 June 2007)
CAD software helps design racing yachts
User Application Article Both Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) and Alinghi used SolidWorks to push the limits of hull and keel design within strict America's Cup guidelines.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (29 June 2007)
New pressure standard released
The 785 incorporates one or two Digiquartz absolute or gauge pressure transducers, which are used exclusively as reference standards.
News from ETL Group (29 June 2007)
Composites company receives new certification
Brookhouse conducts its business activity in compliance with environmental legislation and strives to prevent pollution and continually improve its environmental performance.
News from Brookhouse Holdings (29 June 2007)
Consistency improved for glass fibres
LNP Verton Xtreme compound grades enable customers to achieve the excellent mechanical properties of long-glass-fibre re-inforcement while boosting quality and consistency.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (29 June 2007)
Remote asset control system offers easy use
The free Fusion configuration package allows a single engineer to design and maintain a total asset management system.
News from Controlstar Systems (29 June 2007)
Software companies extend their co-operation
An extended alliance is set to combine Microsoft's geolocalisation technology with DS' proven 3D modelling and realistic visualisation know-how.
News from Dassault Systemes (29 June 2007)
Steam traps allow inline maintenance
New TD62LM and TD62M thermodynamic steam traps from Spirax Sarco are aimed at medium and high-pressure distribution lines carrying either saturated or superheated steam.
News from Spirax Sarco (29 June 2007)
Nickel aids green projects
Hart Coating Technology specialises in the supply of 'green' nickel-based materials for environmentally beneficial technologies.
News from Hart Coating Technology (29 June 2007)
Torque transducer upgrade scheme launched
Datum Electronics offers discounted rates to companies changing from other brands of torque transducers.
News from Datum Electronics (29 June 2007)
Film offers uniform thickness
DSM Engineering Plastics' Akulon XP offers thermoformability, printability, transparency and heat resistance.
News from DSM Engineering Plastics (29 June 2007)
Modules expand options for controller
GE Fanuc Automation's Serial Communications Module automatically supplies the Modbus message structure including device address, function code and error check information Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (29 June 2007)
Pre-cleaners improve filter life
Parker Hannifin's AF series of pre-cleaners can remove up to 90% of impurities from the air intake before it enters the air filter assembly.
News from Parker Hannifin - Filter Division (29 June 2007)
Alarm management product generates custom reports
Users of IMAC Xpert for Excel can generate a range of custom reports to monitor the effectiveness of their site's process alarm handling capabilities.
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) (29 June 2007)
Virtual show room showcases equipment
User Application Article In consultation with Areva TandD, Virtalis' Development Team designed and built a virtual showroom showing the company's entire product range. Brochure Available
News from Virtalis (29 June 2007)
Ethernet hub handles 100Mbit/s
The AC808 Ethernet hub automatically recognises the correct transfer speed and configures the respective channels to it.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp (29 June 2007)
Valves maximise pressure ratings
Parker Fluid Control Division's 204 and 304 solenoid valve lines with tab coil offer a family of direct-acting solenoid valves for air and liquid (including light oil) applications.
News from Parker Fluid Control Division (29 June 2007)
Cabling survives 20 million bends
Common applications for flexlife-20 highly flexible cable include cable carriers, robotic welding, assembly, material handling, dispensing and coating applications.
News from Turck (29 June 2007)
Companies co-operate on aircraft design
Vistagy and Chengdu Aircraft Industrial are woring on a 3D model-based composite aircraft design and manufacturing process based on Vistagy's FiberSIM software.
News from Vistagy (29 June 2007)
Software chosen for Boeing project
User Application Article Alenia Aeronautica is streamlining its entire product development process using FiberSIM to more quickly and efficiently manufacture large, complex composite aircraft parts.
News from Vistagy (29 June 2007)
Robots developed for rehabilitation clinic
The Shadow Robot Company was asked to develop and construct a prototype device which will provide rehabilitative services for patients recovering from surgery, an illness or injury.
News from Shadow Robot Comany (29 June 2007)
Optical scanning slashes inspection times
User Application Article Centrax' Maxos optical scanning system has cut a customer's turbine blade inspection times by 97% compared to the co-ordinate measuring machine it was previously using.
News from NVision (29 June 2007)
Refineries choose automation contractors
Yokogawa will provide its innovative control technologies and Maverick will provide the majority of the engineering, construction management and installation services through their YMAC alliance.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (29 June 2007)
Six-axis robotics transforms Jaguar production
User Application Article Jaguar's new facility can process the complete range of Jaguar car bodies, including the XK sports car, the S Type and the XJ saloon. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (29 June 2007)
Temperature sensor suits automotive applications
Measurement Specialties' Ni1000SOT nickel thin-film resistance temperature detector (RTD) is suitable for use in contact temperature sensing.
News from Measurement Specialties (29 June 2007)
Respite for employers
Technical Background Article Relief for employers as EU health and safety challenge fails.
News from DWF solicitors (29 June 2007)
Mould company agrees sale of assets
Husky is set to acquire almost all of the assets of Moldflow's Manufacturing Solutions division, including the Altanium, Shotscope and Celltrack product lines.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (28 June 2007)
Antimicrobial bulletin supplies research details
The public fear of MRSA, E Coli and the like is driving an increase in the inclusion of microbe-killing substances in a variety of products
News from Smithers Rapra (28 June 2007)
Synthetic grease lubricates heavy-duty bearings
Shell Stamina HDS offers excellent anti-wear performance which can extend lubrication intervals. Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants (28 June 2007)
External hinges suit tough environments
Emka 1039 and 1055 external hinges are available in heights from 33 to 55mm to suit both lay-on and flushmounted doors. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (28 June 2007)
Compact lock-switch suits security applications
The SRL-10 miniature key operated lock is manufactured in the UK has up to 200 different key combinations and a five-disc lock movement operating over 60 steps.
News from Lorlin Electronics (28 June 2007)
New 3D online brand released
Dassault Systemes' new services will empower 3DVIA communities with services to invent and create objects in 3D, upload, share, and tag 3D, and enjoy interactive experiences in 3D.
News from Dassault Systemes (28 June 2007)
Image processing software updated
Mimics 11 creates accurate 3D structures from scanned images, reducing memory consumption by 30% in comparison to earlier versions of the software.
News from Materialise (28 June 2007)
Linear actuators incorporate a connector
Servotechnic's size 11 hybrid linear actuators are RoHS-compliant and features a positive latch for high connection integrity.
News from Servotechnic (28 June 2007)
Oil and gas company makes data acquisition choice
User Application Article Using NI tools, Petrobras engineers have developed a high-throughput UBD application capable of reducing the time it takes for a well to become fully productive. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (28 June 2007)
Tool promotion launched over the summer
Britool customers can take advantage of promotional prices on wrenches, ratchets and socketry, storage and toolkits and screwdrivers.
News from Britool (28 June 2007)
Soft starters incorporate a bypass contactor
Carlo Gavazzi's RSHR-MIDI soft starters offer vibration-free starting with a dramatic reduction in mains dips and lamp flicker.
News from Carlo Gavazzi (28 June 2007)
Underwater bearing contract signed
User Application Article Maritex is a fibre re-inforced resin composite that has now proven itself in the most demanding of applications.
News from H4 Marine (28 June 2007)
Brochures outline adhesives for car interiors
Advanced Solutions for Interior Lamination explains Sika's new one-component iso-cyanate-free lamination adhesive technologies and their applications.
News from Sika (28 June 2007)
Temperature sensors suit hydraulic lines
IFM's TA temperature sensors offer an evaluation range of between 0-140C or -10-150C. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (28 June 2007)
Automation company moves offices
Omron's European centre has recently moved to new offices on the Solent Business Park near Fareham, Hampshire. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (28 June 2007)
Stereolithography solution offers high durability
DMX-SL is based on a technology which produces resins with extremely high impact strength and resistance to breakage. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (28 June 2007)
CAE support system aids multi-domain usage
VisualDSS is an open multi-domain environment that enables companies to build and manage simulation models for multi-domain usage.
News from ESI Group (28 June 2007)
Unit measures automotive inertia
The Systron Donner Automotive Inertial Measurement Unit comes packaged in a rugged housing no bigger than a deck of cards.
News from Systron Donner Automotive (28 June 2007)
Measuring system provides rapid QC checks
Nikon Instruments' iNexiv VMA-2520 is ideal for rapid QC checks and demanding RandD work on mechanical, pressed metal, plastic moulded parts, as well as medical devices and electronic components. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (28 June 2007)
Metrology microscopes automatically correct errors
The MM400/800 series of manual metrology microscopes offers through-the-lens laser autofocus (TTL Laser AF), automatic edge detection and white LED illumination. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (28 June 2007)
Narrow weld heads get straight to the point
New enclosed gas-cooled narrow weld heads offer users of the orbital welding process a choice of compact, cost effective and efficient tooling solutions.
News from Orbitec (28 June 2007)
Ultracapacitor module to power hybrid shuttle bus
User Application Article Heavy transportation ultracapacitor module will be used as the energy storage and power delivery component of the latest hybrid shuttle bus powertrain from Azure Dynamics.
News from Maxwell Technologies (28 June 2007)
Crash test dummies under pressure
User Application Article Miniature piezoresistive pressure transducer features in prize-winning design for crash test dummy.
News from Endevco (28 June 2007)
Couplings brochures speak your language
Product brochures can be downloaded in German, English, Dutch, Czech, Russian and Polish languages from the Schmidt-Kupplung website.
News from Schmidt-Kupplung (28 June 2007)
Improved electrical safety testing system
Advanced PATSolutions for effective electrical safety testing from Seaward Electronic. Brochure Available
News from Seaward Electronic (28 June 2007)
Position control hinges allow precise positioning
The all-metal ST series hinges feature hardened steel components to ensure robust performance and long life in a wide variety of applications.
News from Southco (27 June 2007)
Material allows high-quality car interior
User Application Article Daplen EE188HP, a thermoplastic olefin compound (TPO) has been used on all visible, injection moulded interior trims of the Mercedes C-Class interior.
News from Borealis (27 June 2007)
Signal conditioning module
The SSC unit is housed in an IP68 rated rugged metal enclosure and is suitable for OEMs wanting to convert sensor output voltage signals to a 4-20mA current signal. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (27 June 2007)
PLM company announces new contracts
General Motors is set to extend its current PLM software license agreements with UGS PLM Software.
News from Siemens PLM Software (27 June 2007)
Software chosen to optimise aerospace development
MT Aerospace will implement HyperWorks tools within the design and optimisation processes of its aerospace components.
News from Altair Engineering (27 June 2007)
Aluminium hinges offer an attractive appearance
Elesa's CMM-AL and CMD-AL hinges are suited to installations of cabinets, panel doors, inspection panels and wall boxes that will be on long-term display. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (27 June 2007)
Interface suits Windows CE
Lenze has developed the EL100 HMI series for applications requiring the higher level of flexibility and functionality offered by the Windows CE operating system. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (27 June 2007)
Cable holder keeps workspaces tidy
The Cablestik is free standing and can support multiple cable reels allowing power and data cables to be spooled simultaneously.
News from Schneider Electric (27 June 2007)
Hydraulic pump suits mobile applictations
Parker Hannifin's VP1-95 hydraulic pump is suitable for most load sensing valve systems and offers multi-functionality for any hydraulic application where power and precise control are required. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (27 June 2007)
Seal offers durability for aerospace applications
The Turcon Variseal SA handles temperature extremes and is resistant to aggressive aerospace fluids such as synthetic hydrocarbon, petroleum base, phosphate ester and all types of aviation jet fuels.
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions UK (27 June 2007)
Displacement sensors offer high resolution
Micro-Epsilon's capaNCDT sensor system uses a guard ring principle that enables earthing through the sensor rather than the target, which means the target does not have to be electrically grounded. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (27 June 2007)
Plug-in drive cuts assembly times
System integrators can now easily design a clean PCB that houses all the components, and get rid of all the cables.
News from Technosoft (27 June 2007)
Power supply offers full power conditioning
Powervar's uninterruptible power managers incorporate a high-energy surge diverter, a power line noise filter, a low-impedance isolation transformer and a low-distortion sine wave inverter.
News from Powervar (27 June 2007)
Combustion engineers work on new diesel concept
Caterpillar is leading the project to develop the combustion techniques needed to build a practical HCCI diesel engine, with assistance from Cambridge Consultants.
News from Cambridge Consultants (27 June 2007)
Flexible sensors save time and money
The Worm sensor slides through the enclosure's entry port, and snaps into place without removal of the enclosure, rigid conduit, connection head or any assembly components.
News from Moore Industries International (27 June 2007)
Colour sensor operates at long range
EMX Industries' ColorMax-1000 Super Range allows the controller to make minor in-process adjustments without reprogramming or operator intervention.
News from EMX Industries (27 June 2007)
Magnet company signs US Air Force contract
Electron Energy Corporation has signed a contract to develop multiphase nanocomposite magnets that can withstand high-temperature applications for the US Air Force.
News from Electron Energy Corporation (27 June 2007)
US $27 million power plant contract signed
Emerson will modernise the instrumentation, control and electrical subsystems of units 3 and 4 at the Belchatow Power Plant in Poland.
News from Emerson Process Management (27 June 2007)
Japanese university places large CAD order
Waseda University in Japan has ordered the largest deployment of SolidWorks Education Edition software in the country.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (27 June 2007)
Infra-red cameras suit explosive environments
Ex|CAM AF series can be permanently installed within Class 1 Division 1 and Class 2 Division 1 areas without the need for complex and expensive continuous purge systems. Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (27 June 2007)
Austrian utility company makes metering choice
Sitronics' Utilis Real-Time Meter Management system enables remote data reading and remote service control in utilities' networks in real time.
News from Echelon (27 June 2007)
FEA software receives Autodesk certification
Algor FEA software's status as an Autodesk Inventor 2008 Certified Application shows its high level of interoperability with Autodesk's product.
News from Algor (27 June 2007)
Awards recognise young professionals
The IET is Young Professionals' Career Achievement Award is presented annually to the young professional judged to have made the most significant progress in their career.
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (27 June 2007)
Data loggers record impacts
ShockWatch Clips turn red when they receive a shock, a change that cannot be reversed, providing evidence that mishandling has occurred. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (27 June 2007)
Batteries chosen for lift truck fleet
User Application Article Hawker's Evolution high-performance sealed-gel batteries are combined with high-frequency (HF) chargers linked to an IT-driven battery management system.
News from EnerSys Motive Power (27 June 2007)
New polyurethane coiled hose assemblies
PCL is launching new PU coiled hose assemblies.
News from PCL (27 June 2007)
Students compete to improve fuel efficiency
The Shell Eco-marathon UK is open to any school or education establishment, as well as organisations, private entries or any other form of team. Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants (26 June 2007)
DC motors offer quiet operation
Pittman iron core DC motors (series 8690) incorporate bonded neodymium iron boron magnets offering economical alternatives to coreless products.
News from Ametek Technical and Industrial Products (26 June 2007)
Pumps resist wear and chemical attack
User Application Article FMI's valveless pumping principal uses a rotating and reciprocating piston to accomplish both pumping and valving functions with one moving part.
News from Fluid Metering (26 June 2007)
Sensors handle food industry conditions
IFM Electronic's M8 sensors are resistant to high-pressure cleaning and aggressive cleaning agents. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (26 June 2007)
Versatile welders suit many applications
The Fusor 160 is a multi-process, single-phase inverter-based machine with built-in wire feed.
News from Butters AMT (26 June 2007)
Power company makes control system choice
Invensys Process Systems is supplying its Foxboro I/A series distributed control systems to a a 3,600MW generating station being built in Jharsuguda district, Orissa state, India.
News from Invensys Foxboro (26 June 2007)
Power sources and wire feeders handle 16-300A
ESAB's new welding power sources and wire feeders can be used to weld mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, high-alloy or nickel-based materials. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (26 June 2007)
Welding power sources suit varied metals
For AC Tig welding, the TA24 control panel allows the setting of the AC balance and the AC frequency so as to optimise the weld pool. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (26 June 2007)
Welding power sources suit maintenance and repair
ESAB's Caddy Tig 2200i AC/DC machines are compact, ergonomically designed, rugged and reliable. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (26 June 2007)
Magnetic angle sensor tolerates tough environments
ASM's PRAS2 is a dependable, contact-free and wear-free sensor that uses an external permanent magnet to measure complete angular position
News from ASM (26 June 2007)
Free CAD programme extended
OneSpace modelling PE offers all the power of CoCreate's enterprise OneSpace modelling 3D CAD software for assemblies up to 60 parts, and it is free to download.
News from CoCreate Software (26 June 2007)
Vacuum generators offer an alternative to pumps
The Gast group's range of compact, single and mutli-stage vacuum generators is capable of achieving up to 99mbar with vacuum flow rates from 0.3 to 268.5m3/h.
News from Gast Group (26 June 2007)
Data acquisition unit suits pressure scanners
Calibration Dynamics' SmartZOC-100 can be directly connected to one, 16, 32 or 64-channel ZOC pressure scanners.
News from Calibration Dynamics (26 June 2007)
Self-guided vehicle batteries improve efficiency
User Application Article A self-guided vehicle system provided by FMC Technologies will handle palletised finished case goods for despatch to the UK and Europe for a major food manufacturer.
News from Exide Technologies (26 June 2007)
Products allow mould problem prediction
User Application Article MPA products allow Moldflow customers to predict and avoid injection moulding manufacturing problems in the earliest stages of product development.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (26 June 2007)
Non-contact door switches show status at a glance
The D40A door switch can be mounted to accept the actuator on the left or right side without having to change the location of the cable.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (26 June 2007)
Software tool analyses process data
Matrikon Operational Insight Lite is available for download from Matrikon's website at no cost. Brochure Available
News from MatrikonOPC (26 June 2007)
Polyester film offers durable printing
Durafol is designed to be of particular use in applications requiring extreme chemical and mechanical resistance.
News from Madico Graphic Films (26 June 2007)
Grease suits electrical contacts
Molykote G1050 is ideal for modern automotive designs, where compact spaces result in the close proximity of mechanical and electrical components.
News from Greeff (26 June 2007)
Aerospace company invests in the southeast
The European Aeronautic, Defence and Space company (EADS) is establishing one of its new innovation centres in Portsmouth, where it already has a UK base for its subsidiary Astrium.
News from SEEDA (26 June 2007)
Quality systems meet aerospace standards
Pacamor Kubar Bearings joins a select list of national and international aerospace companies that have registered to AS9100.
News from Pacamor Kubar Bearings (26 June 2007)
Miniature conveyors are made for machine builders
Conveyor is based on a 20 x 20mm T-slot aluminium profile, and so it is compatible with popular aluminium-extrusion machine frame building systems.
News from Automation Supplies (26 June 2007)
Three-phase UPS systems lead European growth
The European three-phase UPS market earned revenues of Eur 501.8 million in 2006 and is forecast to reach Eur 791.2 million in 2013.
News from Frost and Sullivan (26 June 2007)
Designing handling systems for heavy applications
Technical Background Article Chris Rees offers advice on the design of heavy-duty systems for pick-and-place operations. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (26 June 2007)
Wireless communication standard explained
Presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the latest enhancements to the Hart Field Communications Protocol.
News from Hart Communication Foundation (26 June 2007)
PCL gets global attention at Autopromotec
At Autopromotec, PCL showcased its brand new generation of mechanical inflators.
News from PCL (26 June 2007)
Software improves engine performance
User Application Article Flomerics' computational fluid dynamics software has allowed Ingersoll Rand Energy Systems to improve the plenum manufacturing process of the MT250 microturbine engine. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (25 June 2007)
Sealant distribution agreement reached
Sealing Devices is set to distribute Dow Corning silicone-based sealants, adhesives and cured-in-place and dispensed foam gasketing products
News from Dow Corning (25 June 2007)
TV company adopts PLM system
User Application Article Pace Micro Technology has implemented a product lifecycle management (PLM) system from Dassault Systemes: Enovia MatrixOne.
News from Dassault Systemes (25 June 2007)
Software companies upgrade their relationship
The CAA Software Community Program allows the expansion of DS' 3D PLM solutions to cover the entire product lifecycle range.
News from Dassault Systemes (25 June 2007)
Brushless drives provide 20,000 hours of run time
EMS ECM brushless motors are constructed using NeFeB magnets, giving an extremely strong performance for a given frame size. Brochure Available
News from EMS (25 June 2007)
Pump handles difficult scrubber application
User Application Article Johnson Matthey is now using several Verdermag TB series pumps with an 11kW motors at its Enfield site.
News from Verderflex (25 June 2007)
Vinyl films adhere to difficult substrates
Hexis' new vinyl films are available in rolls of 1372 or 1600mm wide by 45 or 100m long and are suitable both for solvent and eco-solvent inkjet printers.
News from Hexis USA (25 June 2007)
Motion controller
Micromech the S700 motion controller has a position controller with memory for 180 motion tasks.
News from Micromech (25 June 2007)
UV curing spot lamp offers easy operation
The Dymax BlueWave 200 UV curing spot lamp has an intensity adjustment feature that allows simple, manual intensity adjustment during initial UV process validation and production.
News from Intertronics (25 June 2007)
Linear encoder fitted to cutting machine
User Application Article The Newall SHG-A2 absolute linear encoder encoder will help Danfoss meet both strict length requirements and a demanding volume throughput.
News from Newall Measurement Systems (25 June 2007)
Non-magnetic actuator moves quietly
Serapid's RigiBelt nonmagnetic actuator has two belts which come together much like a zipper to form a rigid column.
News from Serapid (25 June 2007)
Small panel PC suits automation
BandR's Panel PC and Automation Panel provide an optimum automation environment, especially when space is limited.
News from B and R Industrial Automation Corp (25 June 2007)
Thermal monitor receives upgraded warranty
The lifetime calibration and warranty of Exertherm will be of particular interest to organisations such as data centres, continuous process or large-scale manufacturing.
News from QHi Group (25 June 2007)
Drives improve safety for paper companies
User Application Article The drives installed in Rexroth's Synax 200 system solution are setting a clear standard when it comes to integrated safety.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Electric Drives and Controls (25 June 2007)
Gearboxes offer high output torque
The one-piece monoblock housing of Yilmaz gearboxes offers excellent strength, high levels of rigidity, low operating noise levels and oil integrity.
News from Richard Alan Group (25 June 2007)
Control system handles oil field conditions
Midland-ACS' control system was chosen by gas turbine heat recovery specialist Citech to control its innovative adjustable cylindrical damper design. Brochure Available
News from Midland ACS (25 June 2007)
Pressure sensor handles multiple glow plug types
The Kistler 6056A removes the need to have more than one type of sensor available to cover a range of glow plug geometries.
News from Kistler Instruments (25 June 2007)
Conveyors limit pressures on queued products
The power to the rollers in lineshaft roller conveyors is supplied via a longitudinal shaft which is rotated beneath the load bearing rollers, providing traction to each individual roller.
News from Automation Supplies (25 June 2007)
Inertia calculator receives new tools
IMCalc creates a table of elements and calculates the total inertia and mass of all elements in the table.
News from ControlEng Corp (25 June 2007)
Automotive company opens Romanian facility
Trelleborg's new production site in Dej, Romania will produce engine and chassis mounting systems.
News from Trelleborg Automotive (25 June 2007)
Servo sensors promise precision feedback
Servomotor feedback systems feature a simple design that increases reliability and uptime while reducing power consumption.
News from Sick Stegmann (25 June 2007)
Reducing downtime due to bearing failures
Technical Background Article Adrian Menzies explains why the lowest cost bearing solution for the OEM is usually the most expensive for the end user. Brochure Available
News from Revolvo (25 June 2007)
Le Mans prototype scores with novel materials
User Application Article Huntsman materials used in the Pescarolo development project included a range of high performance products.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (25 June 2007)
Fastener upgrade eliminates crane fatigue
User Application Article When EMO dry bulk terminal in Rotterdam to experience fatigue issues on the bolts of its crane grab jaws, it asked RotaBolt to investigate. Brochure Available
News from James Walker Rotabolt (25 June 2007)
Guide simplifies specialist conduit specification
Shortform guide gives a concise overview of specialist conduit solutions for hazardous and demanding environments.
News from Kopex International (25 June 2007)
Shocking news from Sound Dead Steel
New noise absorbent steel from Sound Dead Steel is being released as a conductive laminate or damper.
News from SoundDeadSteel.com (25 June 2007)
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