Week 16 December - 22 December 2007
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Converting from hydraulics to an electric actuator
Technical Background Article
Micromech Technical Director Stirling Morley debunks some of the myths about electric linear actuators that have slowed their adoption in many applications.
News from Micromech, 21 December 2007
Distributor takes robots to Australia and NZ
ControlVision will establish robot laboratories in Melbourne and Auckland early next year and will also leverage the resources of Adept's Singapore facility.
News from Adept Technology, 21 December 2007
More SolidWorks training online
I get it now features 62 SolidWorks training courses spanning three software versions
News from Tata Technologies iKS, 21 December 2007
Near-infra-red camera broadens coverage
Broader spectral response is particularly important for applications requiring high sensitivity at infra-red wavelengths out to 2.5um.
News from Cedip Infrared Systems, 21 December 2007
Custom designs for enclosure hardware
Significant advances in locks, handles and hinges can be brought forward to offer easier use, improved performance, or co-ordinated styling.
News from Emka UK, 21 December 2007
Super-tough enclosures top 300 options
Rugged glass-fibre-reinforced polyester enclosures offer a versatile solution for any application that calls for a high degree of protection from corrosion or other environmental conditions.
News from Spelsberg UK, 21 December 2007
Cam clutches ensure precise backstopping
Clutches are designed for backstopping operations in light-duty applications at high speeds - typically in fans, air conditioning units and ventilation systems.
News from Tsubakimoto UK, 21 December 2007
Clustering and process control networks
Technical Background Article
The latest version of CitectScada offers all the cost reduction benefits of clustering; but what is clustering, and how are its benefits applicable to process environments? Paul Hurst explains.
News from Citect, 21 December 2007
Measurement scanners take centre stage
Guide details Omron STI's family of measuring light curtains, part detection scanners, area detection sensors and vehicle detection scanners.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies, 21 December 2007
Software family updated and expanded
New and improved applications allow users to reuse 3D engineering data in both interactive and print media for downstream needs.
News from Lattice Technology, 21 December 2007
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