Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Certification",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Standard bench presses can be customised from
Beckwood Press Company, which we summarised at the time by saying "Standardized benchtop hydraulic or pneumatic presses, of 30-100kN capacity, can be customised for assembly, compression, punching, trimming, blanking, stamping, and coining
applications".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release CAM gives efficient 3D data flow for toolpath from
SolidCAM (CADTECH): "A CAM system's single-window user interface and full associativity between CAD model and NC tool path guarantee a short learning curve and an efficient data flow from 3D model to machined part".
In January 2008, we covered the news from SKF UK
concerning its ATEX Zone 1 data collection and analysis tool
- take a look at Maintenance data collection tool saves costs
which says: "A handheld ATEX Zone 1 data collection and analysis tool is an exceptionally reliable, rugged mobile computer designed to capture mission-critical machinery, inspection and process data".
Take a look also at the news release from Koerber Schleifring UK, CNC tool and cutter grinder is consistent,
as well as Guide helps build effective metal detection from Mettler Toledo,
and Automotive quality needs internal auditing system from TUV Rheinland of North America.
See also:
Machines communications can be wire-less
(January 2008)
Wireless products enable machine builders to integrate wireless networking into their products, achieving considerable reductions in cabling and installation costs
Safety stack software to be developed for SERCOS
(December 2007)
IXXAT is to develop a portable stack software consisting of a CIP Safety layer and a CIP Safety on SERCOS adaptation layer for the CIP Safety on SERCOS safety protocol
High speed CNC laser cutting system installed
(December 2007)
Tier One automotive supplier has invested in a 'latest generation' high-speed laser cutting and work handling equipment to ensure low cost, consistent quality and dependable product delivery
Programmable automation controller is compact
(December 2007)
A programmable automation controller combines power and compact design and is recommended for complex machine control and medium-sized infrastructure applications
Coatings offer ultimate finish and durability
(December 2007)
Matched-performance products, including crystic resins, skincoat, barriercoat, gelcoat, bonding paste and structural adhesives, have been specified for the production of a luxury yacht
Explosive dust extraction costs cut 50%
(November 2007)
As well as cutting an estimated cost of explosive dust extraction by over 50%, a precision engineering company was able to improve its aluminium parts deburring station atmosphere
Subcontractor gains ISO 9001 BSI accreditation
(November 2007)
A UK subcontractor suppling zinc diecastings, metal stampings and assemblies is expanding outside of its usual markets and has gained ISO 9001 BSI accreditation
Pierce-nut fastener offers consistent earthing
(October 2007)
A self-piercing nut offers high strength location and consistent electrical earthing of components in sheet metal assemblies, in panels up to 2mm thick
Rapid prototyping firm gains ISO 9001:2000
(October 2007)
Rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing company using selective laser sintering and direct metal laser sintering has gained ISO 9001:2000 certification
Manufacturing platform addresses complex assembly
(October 2007)
The Visiprise Manufacturing platform now addresses complex assembly manufacturing and is able to support multi-mode manufacturing operations for discrete manufacturers
Tight-tolerance cutting for aerospace sector
(October 2007)
Tight-tolerance cutting for the aerospace industry and beyond is provided by two Jet Edge High Rail Gantry waterjet systems, for Pegasus Northwest, a Boeing-certified abrasive waterjet cutting firm
Precision engineering excellence recognised
(September 2007)
The UK's Gauge and Toolmakers Association has presented precision engineering company, Claro Precision Engineering, with an award for Excellence in Engineering
Why honing is used widely for gear finishing
(September 2007)
US gear manufacturing specialist, Fred Young, explains the reasons why the company widely uses honing for gear finishing and compares it with alternative finishing processes
Feeder speeds automated pierce fastening
(September 2007)
Mechanical fastening specialist has introduced a drum feeder unit that enables users to maximise the cost-effectiveness of its pierce nut and stud technology
Cold forming firm gains Ford Q1 status
(September 2007)
Cold forming company that shapes ferrous and non-ferrous alloys such as copper, nickel and aluminium into millions of component products a year has gained Ford Q1 status
Plastics film protects automobile bodies
(August 2007)
A reclamable opaque white plastic film protects automobile bodies and parts against external aggressions (such as acid rain, bird droppings, and tool marks) during assembly, transport, and storage
Stud ensures accurate assembly positioning
(August 2007)
To ensure accurate positioning and high strength threaded fixing of components in sheet metal assemblies, a stud is for dynamic, static and shock load applications in 0.6mm-4.0mm thick materials
Wi-Fi testing in Silicon Valley and Japan
(June 2007)
The Wi-Fi Alliance has qualified TUVRheinland's Silicon Valley and Japanese premises as authorized test laboratories for Wi-Fi certification
Certification for Ole learning platform
(June 2007)
Ole learning platform from VTN Technologies achieves Scorm 2004 3rd Edition Certification
Compression and mechanical connector certification
(June 2007)
SGS Fimko has offered CB certification for compression and mechanical connectors to the international IEC/EN 61238-1 standard, which takes between 5 and 12 weeks
Global testing and certification shows Las Vegas
(June 2007)
SGS showcased its global testing and certification services at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, USA, which was attended by 150,000 people
Services discussed at wireless technologies forum
(June 2007)
SGS has showcased its certification and GSM/GPRS services at the 3GSM World Congress, a leading mobile communications event in Barcelona, Spain
Market surveillance for EU RoHS requirements
(June 2007)
SGS has offered help to manufacturers endeavouring to ensure products comply with the market surveillance process required by the RoHS directive
Easy set-up Wi-Fi certification protects consumers
(June 2007)
SGS Taiwan has become an accredited laboratory of Wi-Fi Protected Setup, the latest Wi-Fi certification program of the Wi-Fi Alliance
Mobile handset certification testing partners
(June 2007)
SGS and Setcom have announced a partnership on mobile handset certification testing under which the SGS Wireless Europe test facility in the UK will use setcom's 5020 conformance test solution
First UK testing facility for video communication
(June 2007)
SGS Telecommunications Europe has developed a set of test cases for 3G-324M compliant video products and services at its ISO17025 accredited lab in the UK
Advice on IT and consumer electronics standard
(June 2007)
SGS has offered advice on which tests should be carried out to make sure products still comply with the requirements of the updated standards for IT and consumer electronics equipment
Certification meeting for German and Chinese
(June 2007)
SGS has discussed environmental testing, certification and global standards with German and Chinese officials in Guangzhou, China
Hazardous substances evaluation working group
(June 2007)
SGS, the certification and testing company, discusses the IECEE's working group tasked with identifying procedures for the product testing and evaluation of Hazardous Substances
WiMAX certification for fixed and mobile devices
(June 2007)
The WiMAX Forum has announced the first, North America-based certification test laboratory for approving both fixed and mobile WiMAX devices
News on the Certification from Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute
(June 2007)
The Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute (PMMI) has launched a certified trainer program for consumer and industrial goods companies
Environment Agency approval for multi-gas analyser
(June 2007)
The Horiba PG250 from Quantitech, a portable multiparameter stack monitor which can simultaneously measure up to five separate gases, has been approved by the Environment Agency
Electromagnetic compatibility tests in Boston area
(June 2007)
TUV Rheinland announced that the Compliance Management Group has agreed to let them use its EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) testing and certification services in Boxborough, Mass, USA
European distributor of portable, rugged printers
(June 2007)
Extech Instruments has appointed Handheld Europe to distribute their portable, rugged printers with IEC68 certification for environmental extremes