News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 September
to Saturday 8 September 2007
Transformers simplify DC supplies
Electronic transformers can save users up to 25% of the cost of conventional power convertors.
News from Puls UK ( 7 September 2007)
Knurled nuts ease clamping applications
Hollow knurled nuts have tapped through inserts of zinc plated steel for protection.
News from Winco ( 7 September 2007)
Low-cost bearings offer smooth performance
Euro Bearings' Double Vee bearings and T rail systems are best used in applications with relatively light loads.
News from Euro-Bearings ( 7 September 2007)
Pressure transmitters handle wide range
A circuit no larger than a penny coin compensates the Pisello pressure transmitter against fluctuations in operating temperature. Brochure Available
News from Keller UK ( 7 September 2007)
Report highlights workforce challenges
The nature of work in IT is changing, particularly with the growth of offshoring and outsourcing, changing the skills needed by many companies.
News from Royal Academy of Engineering ( 7 September 2007)
PC integrates LCD and touch panel
The Cutouch CT1721 allows users to quickly develop HMI devices for industrial machines, factory temperature controllers, packing machines, robots and embedded control.
News from Audon Electronics ( 7 September 2007)
Linux driver brings new software options
The USB TC-08 is an eight-channel thermocouple data logger with a USB interface.
News from Pico Technology ( 7 September 2007)
PLM companies form alliance
Dassault Systemes (DS) and Seemage hope their partnership will grow their presence in the 3D product documentation market.
News from Seemage ( 7 September 2007)
Contact springs offer long life
Abssac's servometer bellows type contact springs are manufactured from electrodeposited nickel and then are gold plated to enhance their conductivity. Brochure Available
News from Abssac ( 7 September 2007)
Products ease connector design
Band 14 products allow material thickness and installation method to be exactly matched to the requirements of the application.
News from Icore International ( 7 September 2007)
Position sensor use permanent magnet
The PRAS3 position sensor is well suited to the harsh conditions those found on off-highway construction equipment and many industrial applications.
News from ASM ( 7 September 2007)
Training course targets Fieldbus sales
Fieldbus For Sales Professionals aims to give controls and instrumentation sales professionals a general understanding of Foundation fieldbus technology.
News from Fieldbus Center ( 7 September 2007)
Brochure covers six-axis robots
The Hexapod system controls motion in six axes, with capacities ranging from 2 to 1000kg. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) ( 7 September 2007)
Visualisation product improves easy use
Proficy Change Management version 5.7 allows users to gain control over changes to their iFIX systems. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK ( 7 September 2007)
CCD cameras provide progressive scanning
The JAI CB-140MCL/CM-140MCL features a large, high-sensitivity half-inch CCD sensor and operates at up to 31 frames a second at full SXGA resolution.
News from Adept Electronic Solutions ( 7 September 2007)
Compact pressure sensors detect small changes
Alps Electric's thin-walled capacitance-type pressure sensor measures 4.8 x 4.8 x 1.8mm.
News from Alps Electric (UK) ( 7 September 2007)
Conference targets automotive adhesives
Smithers Rapra Technology is recruiting speakers to address how today's automotive manufacturer can satisfy the conflicting demands of the consumer and the regulator.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 7 September 2007)
Measuring device checks bank notes
The Project X unit is based on a Colour-Matrix scale that enables it to measure X, Y and rotational positions with extremely high levels of accuracy.
News from Aberlink ( 7 September 2007)
Partnership targets clean energy
Foster Wheeler and the College will, together with Research Councils UK, co-sponsor a Clean Energy Fellowship and Lectureship in the Department of Chemical Engineering.
News from Foster Wheeler ( 7 September 2007)
Polymer chosen to encapsulate sensor
User Application Article Victrex Peek polymer offered CG.TEC Injection design freedom when encapsulating one of its sensors.
News from Victrex USA ( 7 September 2007)
CAD software cuts design times
User Application Article Lowrance used Pro/Engineer design and simulation solutions to slash cut the development time for its marine electronics products in half.
News from PTC - Parametric Technology (UK) ( 6 September 2007)
UV light source shows up lubricant leaks
Although UV flood lights have been used to detect oil spillages and leaks for some time, they have never really been accurate, powerful or flexible enough for widespread application. Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants ( 6 September 2007)
Air treatment distribution deal reached
Airchannel now offers the entire Beko range, including condensate management and air treatment products. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies ( 6 September 2007)
Software company makes new acquisition
The acquisition of Secorex nearly doubles the size of Autoweb's business.
News from Trubiquity ( 6 September 2007)
IR cameras offer easy use
ThermaCAM T and B-series cameras allow the seamless transition of images from thermal to visual and vice versa, on the screen, whilst retaining all measurement functions in both viewing modes. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems ( 6 September 2007)
Batteries chosen for oil pipeline
User Application Article 36 batteries have been ordered for the 680km NK1 oil pipeline project in Algeria. Brochure Available
News from Saft Industrial Batteries ( 6 September 2007)
Modelling software offers Vista compatibility
Infolytica will be hosting several free web-based seminars during September for anyone interested in learning more about the newest release of MagNet.
News from Infolytica ( 6 September 2007)
Accelerometers suit increased integration
The VTI automotive digital accelerometers are compact and easy to integrate, suiting electronic stability control and inclination applications.
News from VTI Technologies ( 6 September 2007)
Racing group adopts torque tool tester
User Application Article TruCheck is designed to make the checking of torque tools so quick and easy that they can be verified at frequent intervals. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools ( 6 September 2007)
Sensor solves speaker problem
User Application Article A Contrinex Sensor DW-AD-403-C5 was chosen to check that a connector terminal had been correctly positioned and moulded into each speaker housing.
News from Contrinex UK ( 6 September 2007)
Flow technology helps prevent pollution
User Application Article Cemex asked Flowline to provide a metering station which would measure the river flows to provide data for use in calibrating a hydraulic model of the Erewash and Attenborough lake system.
News from Flowline ( 6 September 2007)
Polyurethane enclosure provided for imaging system
User Application Article Norse Precision Castings recently sourced three-dimensional models built up from powder deposition, structured from electronically generated models.
News from Norse Precision Castings ( 6 September 2007)
Machining centre handles rimless lenses
User Application Article The processes at Norse Precision Castings have allowed prototype quantities of up to ten individual aluminium components to be made economically.
News from Norse Precision Castings ( 6 September 2007)
IR camera studies pipe temperature
User Application Article In order to simulate and study the behaviour of hot fluids in pipes the CEA developed two test rigs that use the Silver 480M camera to measure pipe wall temperatures. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 6 September 2007)
Free cable labelling software released
Sharpmark's free cable labelling software is loaded with all the Sharpmark cable label part numbers and is easy to use.
News from Sharpmark USA ( 6 September 2007)
PLM software eases retail communications
User Application Article By using FlexPLM to improve its product planning and development process, Aeon is be able to share information and manage project schedules among different departments,
News from PTC - Parametric Technology (UK) ( 6 September 2007)
Vision system upgrade spots edges
NI Vision Development Module allows machine designers to more efficiently enhance images, check for presence, locate features, identify objects and measure parts. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 6 September 2007)
Pringing grades offer long pad lifetimes
New ACC Tampo pad printing grades cut costs due to an improvement in the longevity of the pad while maintaining crisp ink transfer.
News from ACC Silicones ( 6 September 2007)
Company repairs screw threads
Thirty to forty automotive and light commercial vehicle engines pass through Hurley Engines' remanufacturing and machining workshop every week. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems ( 6 September 2007)
Camera aids aerodynamic study
Modern image sensors have allowed the design of cameras that will capture up to 11-million pixel images with the ability to shutter faster than 1us.
News from Specialised Imaging ( 6 September 2007)
CAD software aimed at students
SolidWorks Education Edition 2007-2008 now includes CosmosWorks Advanced Professional and CosmosFloWorks Professional Edition analysis software.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 5 September 2007)
Sensor monitors height and orientation
Tamagawa's new sensor provides attitude angle measurement in pitch to +/- 90 degrees and roll/yaw to +/- 180 degrees with accuracy of +/- 0.5 degrees.
News from McLennan Servo Supplies ( 5 September 2007)
Industrial drives receive extended warranty
ABB's new three-year warranty for its standard and industrial drives is priced at 12% of the list price, depending on the drive.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 5 September 2007)
Bearing contract signed for airliner
Both engine types approved for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner rely on FAG Aerospace's rolling bearings. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 5 September 2007)
Positioning stage offers high throughput
The ABL1500 air bearing linear positioning stage offers high vertical and horizontal stiffness for superior pitch, yaw, roll, straightness and flatness performance, even under heavy load conditions. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 5 September 2007)
Surge arresters protect power lines
The Pexlim surge arrester is a sacrificial device, designed to fail safely to limit overvoltages to an acceptable level.
News from ABB Power Technologies ( 5 September 2007)
Transformer repair keeps power station online
User Application Article ABB enabled Edenderry Power to avoid the major disruption and costly loss in production that would have resulted from sending the unit away for factory repair.
News from ABB Power Technologies ( 5 September 2007)
Reference collection adds new content
Knovel has partnered with the Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society (ISA) to provide new content to subscribers of Knovel's online technical reference collection.
News from Knovel Corporation ( 5 September 2007)
Automation company expands software team
Since Pilz Ireland was established in 1999, the software team has developed the PNOZmulti Configurator, the SafetyEYE Configurator and the PAScal Pilz Safety Calculator.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 5 September 2007)
Compact digital compass monitors position
The HMC 6343 digital compass offers a complete digital solution with heading/tilt outputs, hard iron calibration and a serial output interface. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK ( 5 September 2007)
CAD cuts saw development time
User Application Article CoCreate Software helped Meyer Burger make last minute changes to its new wire saw without delaying production.
News from CoCreate Software ( 5 September 2007)
Foams suit a range of applications
Zouch Converters' Z4000 series of polyurethane foams will conform to shapes under the influence of heat and pressure.
News from Zouch Converters ( 5 September 2007)
Sealing contract signed with petrochemical company
Furmanite's pressurised leak sealing service enables leaks to be sealed on-line, avoiding unscheduled shutdown.
News from Furmanite International ( 5 September 2007)
Flowmeters monitor waste water
User Application Article Engineering consultants at the Wells Sanitary District waste water treatment facility replaced all the existing electromagnetic flowmeters with Krohne's Optiflux instruments.
News from Krohne ( 5 September 2007)
Exhibition gathers fastener manufacturers
429 exhibitors from 37 countries will be exhibiting at Fastener Fair Stuttgart.
News from Fastener Fair ( 5 September 2007)
Heaters keep switchgear free from moisture
User Application Article 3500 anticondensation heaters will be used in switchgear panels in the world's tallest building.
News from Pentagon Electrical Products ( 4 September 2007)
Handles suit crowded panels
EMKA swinghandles provide specialist panel builders with the opportunity to have all the benefits of swinghandle technology on smaller cabinets. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK ( 4 September 2007)
Pump company offers expanded range
Tri-Ark wants its customers to know that its range isn't limited to air operated double-diaphragm pumps.
News from Tri-Ark ( 4 September 2007)
Roller chain offers low friction
Nanochain has a higher strength and rigidity than conventional maintenance-free chains and is ideally suited for high-speed operation and high loads.
News from Iwis-Flexon ( 4 September 2007)
System monitors weld quality
Kistler's 5825A2 welding and fastening monitor allows on-site monitoring, analysis and optimisation of metal joining equipment in the production environment.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 4 September 2007)
Sensors monitor cavity pressure
Kistler has introduced a range of mould cavity sensors using HighSens technology to measure cavity pressures with sensitivity four times higher than standard sensors.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 4 September 2007)
Academics help green design
IDC has secured support from Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) for a sustainability partnership with London South Bank University and a graduate recruitment process.
News from Industrial Design Consultancy (IDC) ( 4 September 2007)
Universal joint aids keyhole surgery
User Application Article The Radius Surgical System provides the freedom to operate without the complexity of electromechanical robotic devices.
News from Belden ( 4 September 2007)
Mathematical model predicts cabin temperature
RFT Systems' new model can predict the amount of heating and cooling required to maintain the mean cabin temperature throughout all phases of flight.
News from RFT Systems (Aerospace) ( 4 September 2007)
Seminars focus on lean manufacturing
Lean manufacturing seminars are being held during October in Treforest, Bradford and Leicester.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Electric Drives and Controls ( 4 September 2007)
Plastic software updated for compatibility
The seamless interface between SolidWorks and SimpoeWorks allows users to carry out the whole design process without leaving the SolidWorks graphic environment.
News from Simpoe Mold ( 4 September 2007)
Stepper motors cut costs
Festo's CMMS-ST controller and EMMS-ST stepper motor combination delivers up to 6.5nm torque and speeds up to 2000rev/min. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 4 September 2007)
Software eases data management
CADverters for IsoDraw provide a highly cost-effective and easy to use method of dealing with Catia and UG NX data.
News from Theorem Solutions ( 4 September 2007)
Pressure transmitter takes dual role
A novel pressure-sensor-based solution allows operators of water spraying vehicles to monitor both water level and flow rate. Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK ( 4 September 2007)
Software cuts servo planning time
Prepared Solutions software works in conjunction with the 9300 servo drives, reducing the time needed for planning and commissioning. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 4 September 2007)
Thermal imager suits awkward locations
A 180 degree articulating lens allows the Fluke Ti35 thermal imager to capture images in areas with poor accessibility. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 4 September 2007)
Tester trade-in deal launched
Fluke 1650 series multifunction installation testers verify the safety of electrical installations in domestic, commercial and industrial applications. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 4 September 2007)
Company expands chimney sealing offering
James Walker Townson's Comflex chimney expansion joints of fluoroelastomer and fluoroplastics work in wet conditions. Brochure Available
News from James Walker Townson ( 4 September 2007)
Cable gland prevents bending
Lapp's Skintop Click glands are easy to install and now have an additional spiral to protect against bending and to protect and secure flexible cables.
News from Lapp ( 4 September 2007)
Radios suit tough applications
The RadioLinx Industrial Hotspot 802.11abg brings real-time wireless access to the most demanding, hazardous and time-critical applications.
News from ProSoft Technology ( 3 September 2007)
Inspection company opens Taiwan office
GKS Inspection Services Taiwan consists of a team of engineers based in Taipei providing reverse engineering, 3D laser scanning, CAD modelling and dimensional inspection services.
News from GKS Inspection Services ( 3 September 2007)
Epoxy report aids composite choices
Over the last three decades the use of PMC has increased tremendously and this dramatic growth is expected to continue in the future.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 3 September 2007)
Petrochemical company makes automation choice
User Application Article The automation project is based on ABB's T-MAC software integrated with System 800xA Extended Automation.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 3 September 2007)
Condensate drains offer simplified design
No tools are required to connect and disconnect either module - a simple hand movement will do. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies ( 3 September 2007)
Filter elements improve flow
With Clearpoint filter elements, the cross-sectional area available for flow is more than twice as large as with standard filter materials. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies ( 3 September 2007)
Switch catalogue covers mounting variations
uk solenoid's technical department can talk customers through the intricacies of any switch design and provide a suitable solution.
News from uk solenoid ( 3 September 2007)
Company offers new actuator options
Orange Instruments positioners use analogue signal conversion, comparison of desired and actual position and the operation of the actuator drive to bring the actuator to a stable position.
News from Orange Instruments ( 3 September 2007)
Power alert improves electrical safety
The UPA power alert is hard wired to the circuit breaker or other disconnect devices and pre-verifies from the outside of the control panel or enclosure that full electrical isolation exists.
News from Marsh Bellofram Europe ( 3 September 2007)
Cartesian system suits pick and place applications
Bosch Rexroth's cartesian motion building system removes the need to custom build a pick and place system.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Linear Motion and Assembly ( 3 September 2007)
Enclosures protect water shut off system
User Application Article The Spelsberg enclosures offer transparent lids in order to view status LEDs, as well as PCB mounts and extra wiring space. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK ( 3 September 2007)
Sensor monitors sophisticated weaponry
User Application Article MBDA is using Parker's CM20 white light portable particle counter for monitoring the condition of the various hydraulic fluids used in Rapier FSC. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin ( 3 September 2007)
Power systems keep particle accelerator running
User Application Article Maximum power availability is vital to support the integrity of data acquisition for Diamond Light Source.
News from Chloride Power Protection ( 3 September 2007)
Company makes US $11.6 billion acquisition
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) today announced the completion of its purchase of GE Plastics from General Electric for a purchase price of US $11.6 billion.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 3 September 2007)
Injection moulding upgrade announced
An IP setup programme allows simple and automatic detection and configuration of CoMo Injection units on a network.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 3 September 2007)
Vision system provides timing control
Firstsight Vision's CC320 can handle component sensing, camera triggering and reject gate control. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 3 September 2007)
Guiding trough extends chain life
Self-supporting energy chains travelling long distances must be guided efficiently and reliably. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK ( 3 September 2007)
Air filters prevent lubricant failure
RW Greeff's new Air Sentry breathers replace the standard breather cap or vent tube on a tank or reservoir.
News from Greeff ( 3 September 2007)
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