Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Converter",
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 AC drives simplify production line maintenance from
Control Techniques, which we summarised at the time by saying "To simplify maintenance, an automotive production plant has restricted itself to one make and one type of frequency converter for all applications over 1.1kW, to eliminate long
down-times".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release HMIs get DeviceNet slave connectivity from
Red Lion Controls: "The G3DN DeviceNet option card allows users to quickly add DeviceNet slave connectivity to any of the G3 series of operator interfaces".
In January 2008, we covered the news from National Instruments
concerning its USB-5680 power meter
- take a look at Easy-to-Use 6GHz meter is USB-controlled
which says: "Combining measurement accuracy with small size, an easy-to-use 6GHz meter provides a highly flexible device for automated test, measurement and monitoring applications".
Take a look also at the news release from Facom UK, Digital laser thermometer measures to 270 deg C,
as well as Variable speed pump drives save on energy from Bosch Rexroth,
and 3D data format software is interactive from Lattice Technology.
See also:
Microcontrollers bring functional enhancements
(December 2007)
A total of eight Microcontroller models featuring a 50MHz maximum operating frequency, 50MIPS performance, and comprehensive on-chip peripheral functions
Low-cost units bring CNC capabilities to all users
(November 2007)
A high specification, low cost CNC 3-axis machine, beginning at under GBP 7,000, can perform routing and engraving, drilling and milling, dosing and sign making, prototyping and modelling
Small air compressor has frequency converter
(November 2007)
A compact, frequency controlled screw compressor provides a small footprint whilst a built in frequency inverter ensures a minimal carbon footprint
Metal producing products expertise expands
(November 2007)
Manufacturer of high conductivity copper castings has built up considerable expertise in water-cooled copper products in very high temperature environments such as blast furnaces
Ethernet-based block I/O modules have processor
(November 2007)
Ethernet-based block I/O modules perform analog I/O, digital I/O, and temperature measurement in an Ethernet network with Modus/TCP protocol at LAN, intranet or Internet
Large display HMI panel is a wide communicator
(November 2007)
Two RS232 and two RS485 ports allow an operator interface panel, with a large 15in display, to communicate with virtually any serial device in the plant
Smart ultrasonic sensors have long range
(November 2007)
Long range ultasonics sensors use the latest microprocessor technology to provide low cost precision non-contact distance measurement for factory automation
Three-phase AC motors couple to Ethernet
(November 2007)
A range of high power, Ethernet compatible, three-phase AC motors are designed to simplify the building of machines for continuous processing and heavy manufacturing plants
Bibliographic reference software made for Macs
(November 2007)
Latest Mac version of what is believed to be the world's most popular bibliographic reference management software introduces reference grouping, AppleScript compatibility and much more
Avoiding electric currents from damaging bearings
(November 2007)
The growing use of variable frequency drives is leading to bearing damage caused by the affects of electrical currents and Phil Burge explains how the latest bearings avoid the problem
Growing use of variable frequency drives
(October 2007)
The growing use of variable frequency drives is leading in many cases to bearing damage and failure caused by the affects of electrical currents, according to Phil Burge, Marketing Manager at SKF
Radar level meter improves accuracy
(October 2007)
Krohne's Optiflex 1300 TDR radar level meter has been installed by Deza to improve the accuracy and reliability of naphthalene measurement
Energy efficient screw compressor range grows
(September 2007)
A now expanded range of energy efficient, screw-type air compressors offer space saving and combine a direct-coupled drive system with frequency control
Low cost actuators are simpler to apply
(August 2007)
Low cost actuators provide a simple and low cost electrical alternative to fluid power actuators, and to electric drive systems employing ball screw or gear reducer mechanisms
Laser system checks torque converters
(July 2007)
Laser System achieve rapid, consistent and reliable data from one torque converter casing to the next, facilitating the required design changes more quickly than ever before
Immersion pumps save lubrication costs
(July 2007)
High pressure immersion pumps, to be used with oil, lubrication and coolant systems, are a seal-less, have closed impeller and modular construction to save enegy costs
Wireless modules enhance controller versatility
(July 2007)
Wireless modules allow robust wireless links to be set up in those industrial environments where hard wiring would be either difficult or too costly
High-speed, low-cost data acquisition USB modules
(June 2007)
Measurement Computing has developed two high performance DAQ USB modules: 8 simultaneously sampled, 16-bit analog inputs at 250 kHz per channel
DC/DC converter for superior thermal performance
(June 2007)
Calex Electronics has introduced the Calex 150 Watt HEW series of DC/DC converters for superior thermal performance in a still air or limited airflow environment
Chipsets for a complete CPU power solution
(June 2007)
International Rectifier has introduced the IR3500 Control IC and IR3505 Phase IC chipsets which reduce external part counts by 25 percent and shrink powertrain footprints by 45 percent
Label industry lifetime achievement award winner
(June 2007)
Andrew Jack of Dow Corning has been named winner of the R Stanton Avery Lifetime Achievement award at the Label Industry Global Awards
Rotoflex nominated 3rd time for award
(June 2007)
Rotoflex Nominated 3rd Time for Continuous Innovation Awards 2007
Coding and marking firm aims for GSI compliance
(May 2007)
GS1, dedicated to the development and implementation of global data standards and solutions for the supply chain, retains Paul Nutter, to achieve GSI compliance
Universal titrator with intelligent sensors
(May 2007)
Metrohm UK has announced the 857 Titrando, a universal titrator with intelligent sensors, advanced liquid handling and a measuring amplifier the size of a postage stamp
Electric-powered towing and platform trucks
(May 2007)
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe has released a range of electric-powered industrial towing and platform trucks which are compact, quiet, and robust
Low profile accelerometer has TEDS option
(April 2007)
Kistler has developed a low profile accelerometer which is ideal for product qualification/acceptance testing, structural/vibroacoustic and shock testing of lightweight structures
DataLase gains European patent
(April 2007)
DataLase, originator of the award winning DataLase process, announces that its recent European patent application has now proceeded to grant
Pressure sensitive tapes absorb shock, flexing
(April 2007)
Pressure sensitive tapes for medical device assembly absorb shock and flexing, offering long-term solutions against impact, vibration, gravity and thermal expansion/contraction
Latest endoscope aids industrial inspections
(April 2007)
Dart Systems has introduced the ProVision PV2100 Industrial Endoscope (or Borescope) for limited access inspection, suitable of electricians, maintenance engineers and motor mechanics
Large split bearings replaced on steel mill
(April 2007)
The replacement of large, split spherical roller bearings on a critical, 140-tonne steel mill converter have been replaced within three days by FAG Industrial Services
Seal-It's Shrink Labels Launch New Products
(April 2007)
Seal-It, a division of Printpack, has produced three different full sleeve labels for the introduction of the Espoma Company's Earth-tone garden control products
Electromagnetic flow meters last over 20 years
(April 2007)
UPM Shotton, North Wales and British Sugar, Shropshire rely on compatible technology from ABB to maintain decades-old Fischer and Porter electromagnetic flow meters
Miniature single axis accelerometers
(March 2007)
Two miniature single axis accelerometers from Kistler have ranges of +/-100g and +/-500g for use at temperatures from - 54degC to +165degC, with integral ground isolation and centre hole fixing
Adhesive acrylic tapes resist UV and heat
(March 2007)
Adhesive acrylic tapes for the commercial vehicle industry are conformable, double-coated and pressure sensitive acrylic foam tapes offering durability, UV resistance and temperature performance