News releases on Engineeringtalk categorised by date
Sunday 30 December
to Saturday 5 January 2008
Probe offers fast thickness measurements
The OptiGauge system measures multilayer, flat or round stock with an accuracy of + 0.1 microns.
News from IBS Precision Engineering ( 4 January 2008)
Companies co-operate on Profinet development
ABB and Phoenix Contact aim to develop Profinet as a global industrial standard across the complementary manufacturing areas of process and discrete automation.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 4 January 2008)
Retaining rings meet wind turbine needs
User Application Article The TFC Smalley retaining ring is suitable for the hostile locations many wind farms are located in. Brochure Available
News from TFC ( 4 January 2008)
Co-branded switches ease network convergence
The Rockwell Automation and Cisco integrated and co-branded industrial managed switch line uses the current Cisco Catalyst switch architecture and feature set.
News from Rockwell Automation ( 4 January 2008)
Screw assembly suits varied panels
PennEngineering's MAThread anti cross-threading screw technology corrects off-angle installations, reliably aligning components and easily sliding through potentially clogged internal threads.
News from PennEngineering ( 4 January 2008)
Scanning software provides fast results
User Application Article NanoFocus usurf technology is based on fast optical filtering carried out by a confocal spatial filter.
News from Digital Surf ( 4 January 2008)
Intelligent motors reduce cabling needs
Technosoft Motion intelligent motors have built-in controllers and drivers that eliminate the need for separate electronics and reduce the associated cabling and cost.
News from Orlin Technologies ( 4 January 2008)
Consistent Ethernet use cuts automation costs
Profinet is developing into the best performing Ethernet system in industrial automation systems.
News from Profibus Group ( 4 January 2008)
Software models conveyor systems
User Application Article EDEM is a discrete element modeling package for the simulation, analysis and visualisation of particulate flows.
News from DEM Solutions ( 4 January 2008)
Connectors avoid over-termination dangers
R2 segment protectors provide IP20 protection with DIN rail mounting, in 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 spur configurations. Brochure Available
News from Pepperl+Fuchs GB ( 4 January 2008)
Signal conditioner eliminates ground loops
The model 4999 low-pass filter signal conditioner measures at less than 15uV for high accuracy with low-level vibration signals for any data acquisition system.
News from Endevco ( 4 January 2008)
Acquisition software removes the need to program
DasyLab 10 has many new features which makes the software even easier to use, and is now supported on Windows Vista (32bit), Windows XP SP2 and Windows 2000 SP4. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 4 January 2008)
Three-step process monitors oil condition
Regular oil analysis allows machinery operators to safely extend oil drain intervals, schedule maintenance, reduce downtime and extend warranties.
News from ALcontrol Oil Analysis Laboratories ( 3 January 2008)
Thermal imaging offers long-range surveillance
Cedip Infrared Systems' Proton thermal imaging module is fully compliant with military specifications and is suitable for thermal IR measurement in airborne, naval or ground operations. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 3 January 2008)
Drives slash costs and emissions
User Application Article ABB drives have brought energy costs down by 70% at a block of managed business premises in Monmouthshire in Wales.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 3 January 2008)
Software streamlines appliance testing
User Application Article The Electrolux acoustics research team uses LMS Virtual.Lab Acoustics to accelerate its analysis of structure borne noise and to eliminate noise issues as early as possible in the development cycle. Brochure Available
News from LMS International ( 3 January 2008)
Position sensor deal covers UK market
HL Planar inclinometers and tilt sensors are suitable for applications in process engineering, manufacturing and instrumentation, as well as in off-highway vehicles.
News from StrainSense ( 3 January 2008)
DC drives boost flexibility
Gefrans EasyDrive PC configuration software allows the user to set up, diagnose and program the SieiDrive TPD32 Digital DC Drive in a graphical environment. Brochure Available
News from Gefran SIEI UK ( 3 January 2008)
Timing belts improve robotic reliability
User Application Article The red GEN III belt requires no lubrication, is very quiet running and is effectively maintenance-free after installation.
News from Transmission Developments ( 3 January 2008)
Valve terminal cuts component count for designers
Festo's VTSA valve terminal is supplied as a fully assembled and pre-tested unit, enabling users to effectively replace an entire control panel with a single order. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 3 January 2008)
Chocking system protects against wave damage
User Application Article PVC-proofed nylon SmartShim slips are filled with a polyurethane resin, with sufficient elasticity to absorb the wave effects while holding the riser or caisson firmly in place within the guides.
News from Furmanite International ( 3 January 2008)
New standard addresses cyber security
The updated technical report provides an assessment of currently available cyber security tools, mitigation countermeasures and technologies.
News from ISA ( 3 January 2008)
Software models glucose measurement system
User Application Article The Luminous Medical glucose measurement system required extensive and complex fluid thermal analysis.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 3 January 2008)
Getting a handle on ergonomic design
The Ergostyle handle features a curved design for strength and operator comfort.
News from Ondrives/Rino Industries ( 3 January 2008)
Guide explains the new Machinery Directive
A free "Guide to the new Machinery Directive" will help companies prepare for the new Directive 2006/42/EC. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding ( 3 January 2008)
Low-cost gearmotors are reliable and precise
For challenging OEM applications where reliability and precision are demanded, five gearmotor sizes offer a range of cost-effective solutions.
News from Micro-Drives ( 3 January 2008)
Acquisition puts pressure on sensor portfolio
Measurement Specialties has acquired Swiss pressure sensor specialist Intersema Sensoric for an initial payment of around US $39.7 million.
News from Measurement Specialties ( 3 January 2008)
Clamping sleeves can be adapted to any space
The Kostyrka clamping sleeve offers a made-to-order fit for every application and lasting reliability and repeatability so it can simply be installed and then forgotten. Brochure Available
News from Roemheld UK ( 3 January 2008)
Alliance targets safety-critical software
Ixxat is to develop a portable stack software for the CIP Safety on Sercos safety protocol.
News from Sercos North America ( 2 January 2008)
Film cleans up on medical label application
User Application Article Aptiv film labels can be readily printed on using laser marking as well as a number of other conventional printing techniques.
News from Victrex USA ( 1 January 2008)
Clamping knob comes in stainless steel
Stainless-steel tri-lobe clamping knob suits food processing, marine, pharmaceutical, offshore and other aggressive environmental applications. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) ( 1 January 2008)
Plastic ignition switches are sealed to IP67
Fully sealed plastic ignition switches are available in a variety of configurations to meet all design requirements, including anti-restart.
News from Cole Hersee (31 December 2007)
Decentralised drives require no cabinet space
FCD QDrives deliver 370W to 3kW and provide automatic motor tuning, dynamic braking, AC braking and mechanical brake control with an integrated brake supply.
News from Danfoss Drives (31 December 2007)
Specification links Sercos with IP networks
Protocol allows standard Ethernet IP communication with a Sercos III network both during cyclic real-time network operation and during non-real-time operation.
News from Sercos North America (31 December 2007)
Infra-red heaters promise longer life
Applications for infra-red heaters range from thermoforming machines to ovens for drying glued wood and furniture parts.
News from Under Control Instruments (31 December 2007)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 35
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