Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Production Environments",
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 Critical cleaning experts stage UK workshops from
Enviro Tech Europe, which we summarised at the time by saying "Two world renowned experts in critical cleaning will be flying into the UK from the USA to stage a series of essential workshops at the 3C Contamination Control and Cleanroom Products
show".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Latest CAD/CAM speeds up prototyping from
Vero International Software: "Using the very latest CAD/CAM technology allowed an engineering company to produce early CAD and STL models for rapid prototyping of a piece of precision skiing equipment".
In December 2007, we covered the news from aPriori
concerning its aPriori v5.5 cost management software platform
- take a look at Enterprise cost management software introduced
which says: "Cost management software platform offers capabilities that provide real-time, predictive and precise product cost assessments throughout the development and delivery process".
Take a look also at the news release from Pilz Automation Technology, Automation firm offers 24/7 telephone support,
as well as Solvent cleaning fluid is non-hazardous from QSCD,
and Simulate plastics injection moulding warpage from Vero International Software.
See also:
Measuring system integrated for linear guides
(October 2007)
An integrated measuring system for linear guides now has adaptors for use with roller rail systems and they meet IP 67 requirements for harsh machine tool areas
Laser range makes coding easy
(October 2007)
The Scribing Laser Range from Linx Printing Technologies will provide a wide variety of industries with laser coding that offers superior results and simplicity in installation, use and ownership
Fiber laser marker applies smallest/finest codes
(September 2007)
A novel 5W continuous wave fiber laser marking system has been dsigned for marking and coding smallest parts with highest resolution and accuracy, such as electronic components
Crystal orientations analysed speedily, accurately
(September 2007)
Advanced orientation imaging microscopy is for analyzing crystal orientations in materials and provides a sophisticated combination of speed, accuracy and flexibility in production environments
Laser gives high-speed broken tool detection
(September 2007)
Laser-based tool recognition system is cost-effective for reliable, rapid broken tool detection on a wide range of machine tools and tool types
Heavy duty CNC turning centres are flexible
(September 2007)
A range of heavy-duty universal chuck and bar turning centres can be configured and supplied for either 2-axis turning or single set-up, multi-tasking machining operations
Thick-walled 'exotic' alloy tubes bent correctly
(September 2007)
A novel metal 'springback' laser measurement, in-process correction system ensures tubing in thick-walled 'exotic' alloys are bent correctly first-time in all-electric tube bending machines
Robots to assemble aircraft quicker
(August 2007)
A UK university has gained a technical partner to develop robotic assembly systems for the aircraft industry and reduce the high level of manual work currently used by the industry
Latest CNC to be shown in precision machining
(July 2007)
As well as showing its latest milling machines, CNC lathes and turning centres and workholding producs, Hardinge will demonstrate Heidenhain's iTNC 620 CNC in pecision machining action at EMO
Discreet coding onto wood
(May 2007)
Brown fast-drying ink from Linx has been especially designed to print a discreet mark on wood, laminates and board, making it ideal for use on furniture, flooring and other building materials
Instrument placement systems are accurate
(May 2007)
Contax is demonstrating two Universal Instruments placement systems at Nepcon 2007, offering accuracy, flexibility and performance
Vertical turning lathe has robotic loading
(May 2007)
Automated vertical turning lathe has an integrated single-arm robotic loading system is designed for unmanned or limited manned production situations
Industrial automation and security partnership
(May 2007)
Phoenix Contact and Innominate Security Technologies reached agreement on a partnership to provide security solutions for industrial Ethernet networks
Beta 3 available for Longhorn server platform
(May 2007)
The latest release of Windows Server, otherwise known as Longhorn has reached 3rd stage of beta testing and is available for download
New coder combines intelligence and beauty
(April 2007)
Linx Printing Technologies launches its latest Continuous Ink Jet (CIJ) printer, the Linx 6900 at TOTAL 2007
CVD and PVD upgrade tool inserts for steels
(April 2007)
Upgraded cutting insert grades have CVD and PVD coatings that provide an extremely smooth outer TiN coating layer for reducing friction when machining steels, stainless steels and steel alloys
Guiding system for multi-product conveyors
(April 2007)
FlexLink has introduced a range of conveyors, accumulation and elevation handling systems with electrically driven guiding units suitable for multi-product manufacturing lines
Cost and throughput advantages with surface mount
(March 2007)
Universal Instruments' Genesis GC-120Q will market as the fastest quad-gantry placement machine, with superior cost-per-placement and throughput-per-square meter metrics for the high-end chip market
Quad-beam machine operates at 120,000 cph
(March 2007)
The Genesis GC-120Q quad-beam machine, operating at 120,000 cph, is to be launched in Europe at SMT Nuremberg by Universal Instruments
Split roller bearings safeguards against downtime
(March 2007)
Revolvo's range of SRB split roller bearings provide safeguards against the costs of downtime in continuous production environments
High-speed 3-axis machining centres are precise
(March 2007)
Two new models of high performance 3-axis milling machines are aimed at precision manufacturers in aerospace, medical, motor sport and general precision
Esko digital imaging
(March 2007)
Esko, the world leader in digital imaging of flexo plates as well as packaging preproduction solutions, announces the introduction of the Cyrel Digital Imager (CDI) Spark 5080
Measurement station for hydrogen peroxide
(March 2007)
ProMinent Fluid Controls has introduced a measurement station for the measurement and control of hydrogen peroxide, or for the treatment of contaminated wastewater from production environments
Direct-drive positioning tables are rugged
(February 2007)
Aerotech's ALS5000 series linear stages are rugged and sealed, combining direct-drive motor technology and linear motion guide bearings
Industry's fastest SATA drive swaps
(January 2007)
Unique design eliminates caddies and carriers, reducing drive replacement delay, and cutting workload for IT departments
Slide module makes compact machining centre
(January 2007)
A very compactly dimensioned 3-axis slide module provide a precise, self-contained, high-performance CNC 3-axis machining centre within a very small envelope
Next-generation performance software
(January 2007)
A one-stop solution for cost accounting, print, logistics and service management for all printer equipment brands
Disc lasers cut glass with zero kerf width
(January 2007)
Multiple laser beam absorption technology and a reflector system allow a laser beam to pass several times through glass, so cutting in one step giving 'zero kerf width'
Product coding print machine in the finals
(December 2006)
Linx Printing Technologies' 4900 Continuous Ink Jet (CIJ) printer has been selected as a finalist in the Design Business Assocation's (DBA) Design Effectiveness Award
Continuous Inkjet Printer Is Design Award Finalist
(December 2006)
Linx Printing Technologies' 4900 Continuous Ink Jet (CIJ) printer has been selected as a finalist in the Design Business Assocation's (DBA) design effectiveness award
Extra long stroke chucks added to range
(November 2006)
Extra long stroke chucks - for components requiring a large jaw opening - and complementary product enhancements have been added to power chuck ranges
Test bench documents torque wrench results
(November 2006)
Even though mechanical torque wrenches have some slight disadvantages compared to digital wrenches, they are still widely used in production environments
Free booklet details EN50191 standard issues
(October 2006)
Electrical safety testing specialist Clare Instruments has published an updated version of its popular free booklet providing details of all the practical issues associated with the EN50191 standard
Laser Printer for Multipart Media Applications
(October 2006)
New L7032 printer facilitates hassle-free, highly reliable printing ideal for direct marketing, label and ticket production