Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Clean Room",
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 Bowl feeder designed for clean room use from
RNA Automation, which we summarised at the time by saying "An autoclavable stainless steel bowl feeder is a pharmaceutical design for use in clean rooms where equipment requires rapid changeover for cleaning and maintenance".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Five-axis machining ups instruments output from
Agie Charmilles: "To machine complex parts out of stainless steel and aluminium, an instruments manufacturer reports that a 5-axis machining centre has improved productivity, performance and profitability".
In January 2008, we covered the news from AEA
concerning its Autoclave for Rojac Tooling Technologies
- take a look at Autoclave delivered to composites facility
which says: "A GBP 80,000 autoclave cures carbon fibre composites under high pressure and heat and forms part of a composites facility within a modern, environmentally controlled clean room".
Take a look also at the news release from Rodriguez (UK), Slip-on geared motor saves space,
as well as Power jacks give consistent high performance from Tsubakimoto UK,
and Trace moisture event sensor introduced from Michell Instruments.
See also:
Plastics injection moulder operates in clean rooms
(November 2007)
For producing medical components, a tiebarless, 500kN injection moulding machine produced micro-fluid test elements, under strictest clean room conditions at K-2007
Tool setting systems ensure batch machining profit
(November 2007)
Precision engineering subcontractor uses the latest tool setting technology to minimise set-up times and to get the maximum productivity from its machine tools to make a profit on batch work
Low cost PLC usage diversifies widely
(September 2007)
A low cost programmable controller has such features as analogue inputs, PID control loop, real time clock and GSM modem facilities, as well as simple function block programming
Six-axis welding robots cut cycle time by 15%
(September 2007)
Two 6-axis welding robots operate at speeds 40% higher than previous models and are claimed to reduce welding cycle time by some 15% - while reducing 'air cut' time by 30%
Integrated connector modules introduced
(September 2007)
Lanling designs and manufactures six models of integrated connector modules and block external noise from entering into communication equipment
Quality assurance outsourcing for semiconductors
(June 2007)
SGS Institut Fresenius and the Advanced Mask Technology Centre have entered a partnership to provide outsourcing of analytical quality assurance for the semiconductor industry
Growing use of porous metal in medical devices
(June 2007)
Mott's sintered porous metal products are used in medical applications requiring exact flow specifications, biocompatibility, high-temperature resistance and resistance to aggressive chemicals
Tripods and hexapods for nano positioning
(June 2007)
Heason Technologies has announced Alio's tripod and hexapod nano positioning manipulators, which use parallel kinematics for superior positioning control
Miniature guide bearings include position feedback
(June 2007)
LG Motion, the motion control and positioning systems supplier and manufacturer, can supply Schneeberger's Miniscale miniature linear motion guide bearings with position feedback in the UK
Testing actuator for materials and components
(May 2007)
Zwick Roell's electro-mechanical testing actuator has been used to test a wide range of items such as automotive components, medical products and sporting equipment
Clean room adds manufacturing capacity
(May 2007)
A clean room at Kington has been commissioned, to increase capacity by 100 percent and to extend clean room assembly space to 2,500 sq ft, by Arrow Medical
Automation systems part suit clean rooms
(May 2007)
Automation systems company has enlarged its range of components, which now include use in clean rooms where high sterility standards are required
KUKA Robotics research on cleanroom robotics
(May 2007)
KUKA Robotics Corporation, today announced it will introduce to North America its new KUKA KR5 Sixx CR 6-axis cleanroom and splash proof robot
Absolute Packaging has acquired Wrapid Contract
(May 2007)
Leading specialist packaging supplier Absolute Packaging has purchased Wrapid Contract Services, the contract packing arm of Wrapid Holdings, for an undisclosed sum
Pre-test plastics before medical moulding
(May 2007)
Using pre-tested plastics materials for moulding/extruding medical components can avoid expensive failures in testing end-products, and certification gives additional confidence to customers
Manual edge-trimming beam assembly for paper
(April 2007)
A major paper manufacturer has installed a purpose-built trimming unit from HepcoMotion as manual back-up to the automated edge-trimming machine
3200kN injection moulder delivered quickly
(April 2007)
After carrying out maret research for a new injection moulding machine, a moulder selected a 320 tonf model, particularly for the short lead-time to delivery
Gloves protect from mechanical risk
(April 2007)
Mapa Spontex UK has introduced the Ultrane range of polyamide knitted gloves to give maximum added protection with minimum loss of dexterity
Multisorb acquires Silgel Packaging
(April 2007)
Multisorb Technologies International has announced that it has acquired Silgel Packaging a subsidiary of AMCOL Minerals Europe
Gloves guard against mechanical risks
(April 2007)
Bu optimising dexterity and grip, protective gloves guard against mechanical risks, including punctures, tears, cuts and abrasions, and have resistance to oil and grease contamination
Investment in contract medical manufacturing
(April 2007)
Arrow Medical has invested GBP200,000 in silicone moulding facilities at a Herefordshire site to produce medical equipment such as sterile patient sets, laparoscopy packs and breathing equipment
Furnaces sinter orthobiologic materials
(April 2007)
Used in the manufacturing process for tricalcium phosphategranules, two custom furnaces are used to sinter orthobiologic materials in clean room conditions at closely controlled temperatures
Micro clean room cabinet for electronics mounting
(March 2007)
A mobile micro cleanroom is available from Filtronic for applications where a controlled, clean working area is required
Leather injection moulding process developed
(March 2007)
The injection moulding of leather fibres to give products a 'leather feel' was presented to the trade public during the recent Arburg Technology Days In Germany
Advanced 5-axis machining is unmanned
(March 2007)
Intended for precision 250mm diameter x 250mm component manufacturers, an advanced 5-axis machining system, with 40 pallets allows long unmanned operation
Servomotors provide superior levels of durability
(March 2007)
Nanomotion's DuraMotor series ceramic servomotors provide durability for sub-micron linear and rotary positioning applications in high vacuum, clean room and non magnetic environments
Strategic quality control provision
(March 2007)
SGS IF is outsourcing the analytical quality assurance of Advanced Mask Technology centre to SGS IF, the company ibeing neutral laboratory service provider
Highly sensitive smoke detection system released
(March 2007)
Groveley Detection is launching flameproof smoke detector
Specialist electromechanical sub-assembly
(February 2007)
The Alpha 3 Manufacturing Group has been formed to meet a growing demand for UK-based specialist electromechanical sub-assembly with a capability in value-added manufacturing
Corrosion-resistant miniature carriage units
(February 2007)
Schaeffler UK's range of corrosion-resistant miniature carriage units offers high rigidity, smooth running and high guidance accuracy and an option to include positive cage control
Injection mouldings with medical quality standard
(February 2007)
Injection moulding specialists A K Industries has been awarded the prestigious Quality Management Standard for Medical Devices ISO 13485:2003 at the first assessment
Schaeffler Llanelli helps Corus Packaging
(January 2007)
More than just a supplier of bearings, Schaeffler UK is now offering customers a full design and manufacturing service from its Llanelli plant
SS profile provides clean machine framing
(January 2007)
Stainless steel profile system is form-fit interchangeable with existing extruded aluminium range with super-fast fastener saving machine design and assembly costs
Rigid chain for medical applications
(January 2007)
The Serapid Rigid Chain is perfect for applications where repeatable positioning and the ability to maintain position with no drift are of the highest importance