Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)",
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 Actuators use 30% lower air consumption from
Tomoe Valve, which we summarised at the time by saying "An actuator range, comprising 15 double acting and 15 spring return models, uses 30% lower air consumption than its rack and pinion equivalent".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Adhesive bonding systems experience offered from
Bead Technologies: "Through its experience of many different servo driven and hydraulic systems an adhesives bonding system supplier has is able to maximise reliability and reduce line downtime".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Baumer Group
- take a look at Customised temperature measurement is flexible
which says: "Mechanical and electronic temperature measuring systems have flexibility in stem diameter and length, temperature range or process connection for customized systems".
Take a look also at the news release from Schaeffler (UK), Bearings are maintenance-free,
as well as Some bearing developments reviewed from Mike Page - editor's feature articles,
and Mould surfaces made more durable from Keronite.
See also:
Infra-red oven ensures component adhesion
(September 2007)
A customised infra-red oven is helping to ensure perfect adhesion of a rear spoiler fitted to the new Jaguar XJ automobile during production
Aluminium tools reduce volume moulding costs
(September 2007)
Plasma electrolytic oxidation enables aluminium to be used as a replacement for expensive steel tools by improving the durability and the release properties of the surface
Properly mounted sensors resist arc welding
(August 2007)
Review sensor choice, the way they are located, how they mounted and how they are connected and the result will be higher welding cell efficiency and lower costs, said Balluff UK
Turning centre's tooling position raises accuracy
(August 2007)
Turning centre's tooling is positioned very closely to the workpiece, so tools travel a shorter distance to the part, so increasing rigidity and removing potential deviation in cutting tool accuracy
Eddy current probe operates at high temperatures
(June 2007)
Sensonics has developed the PRS05 Senturion Proximity Probe capable of operating at temperatures over 200degC, which are common in applications such as steam and gas turbines
Level sensing probe ensures smooth processing
(June 2007)
Diba Industries has introduced conductive level sensing probes to monitor sample levels in cuvettes, as well as waste, reagent, and buffer solutions and also notify instrument software
High-performance metal seals
(May 2007)
Moontown has available a range of metal 'O', 'C' and 'E' metal sealing products suitable for auto, aerospace and gas turbine engines, compressors, accelerators, heat exchangers and reactors
Exhibition of performance fabrics and filters
(May 2007)
Donaldson Membranes will be exhibiting performance fabrics, industrial filtration products and Tetratex fabrics at Techtextil, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 12th-14th June 2007
Water-miscible bonded coatings are eco-friendly
(May 2007)
Kluber Lubrication has developed water-miscible bonded coatings which combine economical wear protection and high component performance with eco-friendliness
Rotary actuators offer high performance
(April 2007)
The hydraulic cylinder division of Parker Hannifin has launched a range of HTR rack and pinion rotary actuators, designed to improve performance and operational flexibility
Tips, needles and syringes dispense adhesives
(April 2007)
An extensive range of tips, needles and syringes are available for the application of adhesives for crucial applications such as in electronics and medical asembly
Hydrophobic but breathable membranes and fabrics
(April 2007)
Donaldson Membranes, manufacturer of expanded mircoporous PTFE membranes, films and laminates, will be exhibiting the high quality Tetratex fabrics at Techtextil, Frankfurt, Germany
Salesman for flexible hose assemblies
(April 2007)
FlexRite Chemgiene has appointed a new Area Sales Manager for the Midlands for its range of flexible hose assemblies in the food, brewery, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical and chemical industries
Anti-backlash nuts used with linear actuators
(March 2007)
Anti-backlash nuts from Haydon can be used in conjunction with Haydon's existing line of linear actuators or as a standalone product
Low profile, high precision rotary bearings
(March 2007)
What is claimed to be the ultimate in low profile, high precision rotary bearings has been introduced by PM Bearings and The Precision Alliance
Flexible and rigid printed circuits
(March 2007)
ICAPE of France is opening a subsidiary in Nottingham (UK) in order to market its China-made flexible and rigid printed circuits and technical parts
Gland packings, gaskets and other seals
(February 2007)
Aiflon Sealing Materials manufactures various gland packings, metallic gaskets, non-metallic gaskets, gasket materials, and other seals
Compact and low cost positioning stages
(February 2007)
LG Motion has introduced a compact, low-cost linear positioning stage based on a PTFE bearing system with a leadscrew drive
Tailored Tetratex and ePTFE membranes
(February 2007)
Tetratex and ePTFE membranes can be tailored to meet the demands of difficult and critical applications in a wide cross-section of industrial markets and commercial product markets
Submersible plastic level transmitter
(February 2007)
The LMK 809 submersible plastic level transmitter measures low pressure level ranges from 1.6 to 4 metres of water gauge and has a ceramic pressure sensor element for use with corrosive liquids
Stainless steel filter adds to solenoid valves
(January 2007)
Asco Numatics has introduced the Series 342 stainless steel filter regulator to complement the existing range of stainless steel solenoid valves
News on the Stratoflex 3175 PTFE hose from Icore International
(December 2006)
In non-fire zones, the latest Parker Stratoflex 3175 PTFE hose from Parker Hannifin combines small bending radius with lightweight yet robust construction
Performance fabrics get contracts manager
(December 2006)
Textiles industry expert John Mayers has joined Donaldson Membranes as Contracts Manager for Performance Fabrics
PTFE beading or miniature cord added
(December 2006)
CS Hyde has announced the addition of PTFE (Teflon) beading, also known as miniature cord or rod
Performance fabrics team gains contracts manager
(December 2006)
Donaldson Membranes has recruited textiles industry expert John Mayers as contracts manager for Performance Fabrics
Control valves for corrosive fluids
(December 2006)
When handling corrosive fluids, not only is valve material compatibility a concern but also the type of stem seal
Positioning tables and motion controls save costs
(November 2006)
Positioning tables and motion controls offer low cost solution for large frame positioning systems having cleats that make for simple multi-axis positioning system configuration
Disinfection system incorporates UV-C sensor
(November 2006)
The new Dulcodes R UV disinfection system from ProMinent Fluid Controls is ideally suited for the disinfection of drinking and process water
Centrifugal evaporation systems offer resistance
(October 2006)
Genevac offers a wide range of centrifugal evaporation systems designed to provide high reliability, top performance and resistance to the most common solvents and acids
Lacquer Range Expanded and Improved
(October 2006)
MacDermid's range of electrophoretic lacquers now includes solid colours and low bake systems that crosslink around 120 centigrade
Ant-backlash nuts optimise system stiffness
(August 2006)
Due to the self lubricating properties of the plastics used, anti-backlash nuts are ideally suited for applications in food processing, industrial, or wherever precise positioning is required
High-spec ovens boost sintering capacity
(July 2006)
Two high-specification ovens have been installed by a specialist sealing solution provider to increase the capacity and consistency of a raw material sintering operation
Anti-backlash nuts optimize system stiffness
(July 2006)
Anti-backlash nuts optimize system stiffness without sacrificing life or increasing drag torque and can be used with Haydon's existing line of linear actuators or with Acme lead screws
Quality glass, metal and PTFE reaction vessels
(July 2006)
Radleys is a leading international manufacturer and supplier of high quality glass, metal and PTFE reaction vessels and systems to cover almost any application