News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 9 December
to Saturday 15 December 2007
Motor installations cover all ATEX requirements
Deritend is one of the few UK companies qualified to repair, certify, install and commission electric motors for use in ATEX zoned environments.
News from Deritend Group (14 December 2007)
New plant expands ballscrew capacity
Decision to extend the existing factory was taken after five years of double-digit percentage growth and increasing workflow problems.
News from Steinmeyer (14 December 2007)
Handheld analyser sorts out alloy samples
User Application Article For samples with known ranges of chemical composition, such as common grades of metal alloys, the analyser can quickly identify most sample types by name.
News from Niton UK (14 December 2007)
Program eases linear actuator specification
Time-consuming catalogue searches for the drive, motor and accessories are eliminated by the automatically generated parts list, complete with order numbers. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (14 December 2007)
Motor controller boosts airport energy efficiency
User Application Article Kone's EcoStart is a unique motor efficiency controller that soft starts an electric motor, bringing it from rest to full speed.
News from Power Efficiency Corporation (14 December 2007)
Thermal cameras to help keep bullets on the rails
User Application Article A top of the range ThermaCAM T-Series model has recently gone into service to help maintain the new UK Bullet Trains on the CTRL. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (14 December 2007)
PLM suite has global appeal for LG
User Application Article LG Electronics is deploying Enovia MatrixOne solutions to streamline product design processes and promote innovation across its 40 global R and D centres and 36 manufacturing facilities.
News from Dassault Systemes (14 December 2007)
Ductwork compensators are made to measure
User Application Article Plant is upgraded to meet new low-emission environmental legislation in a challenging project based on the custom-design and installation of five ductwork compensators. Brochure Available
News from James Walker Townson (14 December 2007)
Nucleating agents explained
Report provides a succinct presentation of the initial and recent developments in the field of nucleating agents.
News from Smithers Rapra (14 December 2007)
Micro-inert valve maximises limited space
Smaller valve facilitates higher packing density, enabling more valves to be positioned in the same area, resulting in smaller manifolds and therefore a smaller footprint. Brochure Available
News from Lee Products (14 December 2007)
Structural monitoring improves life on the buses
User Application Article Tests validate theoretical structural integrity predictions for Optare's Tempo and Versa buses under a wide range of operational conditions. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (14 December 2007)
World's smallest inverter available online
The V1000 delivers optimum speed control and employs a dual CPU concept with a CPU device that is four times faster than those onboard some inverters.
News from RS Components UK (14 December 2007)
Testing satisfies vibration legislation
AV Technology is experienced in assessing vibration levels for a diverse range of equipment, ranging from pneumatic drills and cutters to drivers' cabs on tractors. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (14 December 2007)
Alliance targets virtual design and production
Combined solution will help enable collaborative mechanical and control design with bidirectional synchronisation.
News from Rockwell Automation (14 December 2007)
Airflow sensor isn't so dusty
MEMS-based airflow sensor delivers one-way or bidirectional sensing with amplified output in a highly compact package. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe (14 December 2007)
Wireless technology makes hazardous sensor links
General Monitors now provides secure and reliable wireless communication for its gas and flame detector product lines.
News from General Monitors (14 December 2007)
Simulator speeds power system analysis
eMEGAsim is designed to meet the real-time simulation and testing needs of engineers and researchers across the power generation industry.
News from Opal-RT Technologies (14 December 2007)
Report of great strides in industrial Ethernet
Ethernet switches are designed specifically for PLC, HMI and drive users in industrial environments.
News from AutomationDirect (14 December 2007)
Fasteners keep cargo containers in use
User Application Article Miloco repairs between 25,000 and 30,000 containers per year using Huck Magna-Grip fasteners, as specified by nearly all its customers. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (14 December 2007)
Joint development to advance auto electronics
Alliance will enable automakers to access advanced electronics R and D technology and high quality manufacturing resources.
News from Ricardo (14 December 2007)
Enhancements improve CAD system interoperability
3D multi-CAD interoperability software expands support to cover the latest versions of Catia V5, Parasolid, Autodesk Inventor and UGS NX5.
News from TransMagic (13 December 2007)
Lifecycle tool takes holistic view of safety
SilCore is a comprehensive SIL (Safety Integrity Level) Lifecycle tool that seamlessly integrates the Hazop, SIL determination and SIL validation processes into one database.
News from ACM Facility Safety (13 December 2007)
Variable speed pump is an energy saver
Featuring a high-torque three-phase drive and a three-digit LED display control module, the IVSP is ideal for handling a broad range of fluid viscosities.
News from Fluid Metering (13 December 2007)
Metering technologies combine to handle all flows
New from Able Instruments and Controls, SlugMaster is a novel solution to gas breakout and solids in flow metering.
News from Able Instruments and Controls (13 December 2007)
HMI range offers a wider choice
Mitsubishi Electric has completed the second-stage rollout of its E1000 HMI (human machine interface) range with the launch of six new units, the E1032, E1041, E1043, E1060, E1061 and E1063. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (13 December 2007)
CAD packages include OEM option
The latest version of CADopia features a wide range of enhancements.
News from CADopia (13 December 2007)
SolidWorks users pool ideas
Online community and discussion forum is set up to serve the UK SolidWorks user base.
News from DesignTalks (13 December 2007)
Space technology for high-temperature sensors
Technologies licensed from NASA will enable Endevco to produce high-temperature, harsh-environment silicon carbide (SiC) pressure sensors.
News from Endevco (13 December 2007)
FEA software extends to new fields
The new multiphysics technology within Abaqus streamlines the process of evaluating the performance of structures interacting with fluids.
News from Abaqus (13 December 2007)
Australia beckons for Turck
Expansion is part of Turck's desire to aggressively expand its global business platform.
News from Turck (13 December 2007)
Guide details seals for the marine industry
Section subjects include gaskets and jointings, packings and tank lid seals, expansion joints and bellow, rotary and hydraulic seals and pipe supports. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (13 December 2007)
Robot cable is more flexible and halogen free
Ultra-high-flex cable achieves higher flexibility than high-flex FA cables using fluorine insulators.
News from Oki Electric (13 December 2007)
Catalogue and CAD downloads go offline
Online catalogue and CAD download solutions are now optionally available on a CD for offline use.
News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) (13 December 2007)
Handbook is full of information on acquisition
"The data acquisition handbook and encyclopaedia" contains over 4000 data acquisition and recording products on over 1200 full-colour pages. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (13 December 2007)
Online network offers easy access to addons
The LabView Tools Network has expanded with more than 100 new tools developed by NI and third-party vendors in 2007. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (13 December 2007)
HMIs cover almost every level of functionality
Schneider Electric is expanding its popular Magelis range of HMI terminals with four key new additions, offering superior performance and functionality at reduced cost.
News from Schneider Electric (13 December 2007)
Partnership plays part in engineering education
The Tees Valley Engineering Partnership recently hosted Engineering and Science Superstars, an interactive presentation aimed at promoting the sector to a key Stage 3 audience.
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (13 December 2007)
Alternative fuels are key to carbon emissions
Transport expert calls for immediate funding into alternative fuels including a multi-million-dollar investment into hydrogen research.
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (13 December 2007)
RFID system complements network I/O
Up to eight channels can be added to a single BL ident node, depending on the system requirements.
News from Turck (13 December 2007)
Vision system promises all-round view
OmniView uses four cameras to obtain a 360-degree view of all features on the entire surface. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (13 December 2007)
Measuring the mechanics of switching
Unit tests switches and keypads according to DIN41635 and 41636, with simultaneous capture of force, displacement and switch point.
News from Burster (12 December 2007)
Servomotors increase power ratings
Both synchronous and asynchronous motor ranges gain new models that increase the top-end power and torque capacities by half. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (12 December 2007)
Digital meter gets the measure of power
System provides programmable measurement, display and communication of up to 50 major electrical and power quality parameters, including true RMS system values. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Energy Division (12 December 2007)
Document verifies the value of simulation
First formally published documentation to be used specifically for verification and validation of fluid flow analysis software.
News from Engineered Software (12 December 2007)
Actuators are intelligent choice for power plant
User Application Article Valve actuator training rigs will enable key skills such as valve commissioning, maintenance and fault finding to be practiced.
News from Rotork Exeeco (12 December 2007)
Universities marry creativity with engineering
The UK's first national Centre for Competitive Creative Design, named C4D, will be a creative hothouse to be built on the Cranfield campus.
News from Cranfield University (12 December 2007)
PLM programs prepare for fire drills
User Application Article Scenarios enable nuclear plant engineers to anticipate fire damage and modify the facility to resist failures in vital systems such as cabling.
News from Dassault Systemes (12 December 2007)
Isolators incorporate diagnostics
On-load isolators provide safe, reliable isolation protection for downstream electrical equipment. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (12 December 2007)
Group aims for wider acceptance of CFD
One reason CFD finds limited use in product design is the effort required to clean up CAD geometry and construct the mesh prior to the analysis. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (12 December 2007)
Camera provides point of operation guarding
Safety camera promises a less costly and more flexible option than a light curtain for machine guarding applications.
News from Sick (UK) (12 December 2007)
Timer and controller range finds UK source
European-manufactured timers offer a number of novel features for panel builders.
News from Dalroad Norslo (12 December 2007)
Laser sensors take on new applications
Second generation laser sensors will detect objects as small as 0.5mm across, and the through-beam type will see as far as 60m. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (12 December 2007)
Foam is fit for use in clean-room equipment
First foam insulation to meet the rigorous FM Global 4910 standard for flammability of clean room materials.
News from Zotefoams (12 December 2007)
Pressure sensor suits high purity applications
Stainless-steel sensors are free of oil-fill, welds and internal O-rings, all of which eliminate the risk of system contamination in extreme conditions.
News from American Sensor Technologies (12 December 2007)
Fixture puts packaging to the test
New jig has been designed for compression testing using the low force (1kN) LFPlus single column universal materials testing machine.
News from Lloyd Instruments (12 December 2007)
Plate keeps high-power lasers running cool
Cold plate is designed to temperature stabilise the most popular fibre coupled laser diodes with mounting patterns that can accommodate lasers made by QPC, Limo and nLight.
News from Elite Thermal Engineering (11 December 2007)
Novel sensors improve probing accuracy
Workpiece probe features an innovative design to create a low probing force along with an infra-red system to transmit the trigger signal to the machine control. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (11 December 2007)
Control devices withstand severe levels of stress
The R-Series is IP65-rated to provide protection in the most extreme ambient conditions, even during frequent activation over long periods.
News from Schmersal UK (11 December 2007)
Controller handles flow, pressure and temperature
The multifunction eControl 8611 offers the most cost effective method to decentralise control in closed cooling loops. Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (11 December 2007)
Enclosures protect in the great outdoors
Series of outdoor enclosures is specifically designed to safeguard internal components from the external environment, regardless of the climate. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (11 December 2007)
Servos shrink to smaller square frames
New compact AC servomotors are expected to appeal to automation equipment builders seeking to improve the productivity of machinery. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (11 December 2007)
Seals maintain integrity of face masks
User Application Article Project involved producing seven new sealing products, made from coloured liquid silicone and thermoplastic rubber. Brochure Available
News from James Walker Keaflex (11 December 2007)
Encoder measures where others fear to tread
User Application Article Noncontact magnetic sensing delivers reliability in applications too dusty, dirty, greasy or destructive for optical encoders, and provides OEMs with major cost savings. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (11 December 2007)
Airbus signs for test equipment development
Design company has been appointed by Airbus to support the development of the new A350 XWB (extra wide-body) passenger aircraft.
News from MB Aerospace (11 December 2007)
Software supports engineering education
User Application Article Boston University is using 500 licences of SolidWorks Education Edition to teach freshmen and sophomores CAD and engineering fundamentals.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (11 December 2007)
CAD upgrade is visibly better
By implementing Tech Soft 3D's Hoops development kit, IronCAD now takes better advantage of a computer's available resources through technology like Direct3D.
News from IronCAD (11 December 2007)
Rail industry looks to the future
Thought-leading seminar centres on issues such as improving efficiency of traction energy use and challenges facing the operators.
News from Interfleet Technology (11 December 2007)
Server is short on size but big on power
2U server boasts an extremely flexible and scaleable layout with the choice of either the embedded Kontron Mini-ITX or Flex-ATX motherboards and the latest multicore processors.
News from Kontron UK (11 December 2007)
USB module acquires from many sensors
Interface is suitable for any application needing high-speed acquisition of sensor signals with no additional amplifier or convertor required.
News from Burster (11 December 2007)
Load cell is protected against overload
Burster offers its proven model 8524 load cell with optional compression overload protection for all measuring ranges from 0-500N to 0-20kN.
News from Burster (11 December 2007)
VR models in export drive
Free myVR export plug-in for Max and Viz is reckoned to be the easiest and fastest exporter for 3D VR models from Max and Viz. Brochure Available
News from myVR Software (11 December 2007)
Striking box design gives comms console an edge
User Application Article Crucible Industrial Design has proved that good industrial design is a highly cost-effective way of gaining competitive advantage in specialist niche markets.
News from Crucible Industrial Design (11 December 2007)
Food processor cleans up on limescale
User Application Article No other physical water treatment system operates in the same way as Hydroflow as it treats the whole system and dissolve existing scale in the system.
News from Hydropath (UK) (11 December 2007)
Hydraulic components to aid dam maintenance
Richard Alan Group has secured a major order for machining precision parts for hydraulic rams to be used for a maintenance project on the Guri Dam in Venezuela.
News from Richard Alan Group (11 December 2007)
PLM community provides tight ties with Catia
The PLM MarketPlace is an online community that connects software development and business partners.
News from ESI Group (11 December 2007)
Mixing system makes glass powders more even
User Application Article The new Thinky ARE-250 from Intertronics incorporates both planetary mixing and centrifugal degassing in one unit.
News from Intertronics (11 December 2007)
Miniature motors don't compromise performance
Engineered specifically for markets where miniaturisation is key, nuvoDisc is ideally suited for space-constrained applications such as portable respirators and barcode scanners.
News from Delta Line Europe UK (10 December 2007)
Switch ranges go way beyond pressure
PVL reckons it can supply the most extensive range of pressure, vacuum, level, flow and temperature switches available. Brochure Available
News from PVL (10 December 2007)
Important changes to guard interlocking standard
Technical Background Article Kevin Ives explains how a new addition to EN1088 makes important recommendations relating to the specification and installation of guard interlocks.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (10 December 2007)
Software upgrades safety controller specification
Configurator enables the cascading output from the PNOZmulti to be used as an output for standard control functions.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (10 December 2007)
Torque sensors keep Jaguar steering on the level
User Application Article Nacam uses Kistler sensors and monitoring systems in a test rig to ensure that the screw threads in the universal joints for the new Jaguar XF are within specification.
News from Kistler Instruments (10 December 2007)
Automation is ticket to the flat world
The worldwide market for process automation systems is expected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 9.6% over the next five years.
News from ARC Advisory Group (10 December 2007)
Probe incorporates novel sensing mechanism
Contact-sensing rigid probe provides multisensor capability and exceptional performance for portable measurement arms. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (10 December 2007)
IR sensors monitor racing tyre performance
User Application Article Monitoring the temperature of tyres enables F1 and other motorsport engineering teams to improve the performance of their cars. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (10 December 2007)
Variable-speed compressors come with cashback
A free energy review and at least GBP 750 cashback are the incentives when an old compressor is replaced with a new energy-saving variable-speed Hydrovane machine.
News from CompAir UK (10 December 2007)
Temperature sensor is approved for fire systems
Approved to UL, ULC and FM, each heat detector is individually calibrated and tested to meet or exceed these requirements.
News from Hawco (10 December 2007)
Hydraulic cylinders are cushioned for control
Rexroth's CDM1 cylinder series covers a wide performance spectrum at a standard nominal pressure of 160bar.
News from Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics (10 December 2007)
Motor starters run up to 90kW
The benefits of Moeller Electric's groundbreaking xStart system are not confined to simple unidirectional DOL starters.
News from Moeller Electric (10 December 2007)
Relay and controller specification made easy
A5 size Quick Pick shortform catalogue details price levels, delivery and payment methods.
News from Hawco (10 December 2007)
A bearing on green design
Technical Background Article Rolling bearings provide the key to energy conservation and preservation of natural resources through improved machine life, says Kevin Delehanty. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (10 December 2007)
Booklet makes sense of accelerometer ranges
Products are split into three categories, namely general purpose analysis (AC), general purpose monitoring (DC) and special purpose, and then further refined into families.
News from Monitran (10 December 2007)
Health and safety performance assessed online
Free online assessment tool allows SMEs to benchmark their performance against a full range of health and safety indicators without incurring the cost of appointing an external adviser.
News from British Safety Council (10 December 2007)
Low-profile connectors link small servos
Connectors provide maximum power in a minimum size package featuring 50% less weight than conventional circular connectors. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions (10 December 2007)
Tubular handles are highly stable
Handles combine a special, higher strength extruded aluminium tube with zinc die-cast, black powder-coated legs that have light gray plastic cover caps.
News from Winco (10 December 2007)
Emergency stop switches have safe-break action
E-stops employ safe-break action to ensure the normally closed contacts are forced open even if the operator knob is broken, or if the contact block is removed, or if the contacts are welded closed. Brochure Available
News from Live Electronics (10 December 2007)
Bearings celebrate a quarter century
Permaglide plain bearings offer low wear sliding characteristics, high load carrying capacities and heat dissipation properties that are normally associated with metals. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (10 December 2007)
Upgrade for 3D document dissemination
Patent-pending technology from myVR Software allows users to quickly generate and distribute large 3D models at high speed and high resolution. Brochure Available
News from myVR Software (10 December 2007)
Valvetrain technology explained
Since the introduction of multivalve technology in automotive engine building, there has been considerable progress in valvetrain technology. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (10 December 2007)
Profibus interface suits all sensor types
Profibus sensor interface is suitable for the acquisition and processing of sensor signals such as force, displacement, torque, pressure, acceleration or angle.
News from Burster (10 December 2007)
Calibrator can calibrate almost anything
The Digistant model 4423 is billed as the industry's first calibrator for mechanical, electrical and thermal values.
News from Burster (10 December 2007)
Training course explains CO2-based refrigeration
Course provides fundamental knowledge required to work on CO2 systems and also helps prepare the student for further study of advanced CO2 refrigeration systems.
News from elearning-training (10 December 2007)
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