News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 17 February
to Saturday 23 February 2002
Wide range of CNC machines will suit all tastes
High speed lathes, as well as vertical and horizontal machining centres, to suit all tastes, will be exhibited at Mach 2002 by C Dugard. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (22 February 2002)
ICPs usage will rocket says report
Inherently conductive polymers (ICPs) are finally about to leap from the laboratory into the commercial world, according to a market analysis report.
News from Frost and Sullivan (22 February 2002)
One supplier keeps closer tabs on robot tooling
User Application Article Jaguar awarded the responsibility of supplying and managing all robot end-of-arm Tooling (EOAT), clamps and all pneumatics equipment on the production line to just one company - it worked.
News from Norgren (22 February 2002)
Instrument maker in tune with the environment
User Application Article An aqueous multi-stage cleaning system has allowed premier manufacturer of musical instruments to completely eliminate organic solvents from its cleaning procedures.
News from Kerry Ultrasonics (22 February 2002)
Low cost plasma units offer quality cuts
Two different plasma cutting units, for cutting on materials up to 20mm thickness (CutLine 20W) or 40mm thickness (CutLine 40W) provide excellent quality cuts at low cost.
News from Kjellberg Finsterwalde (22 February 2002)
K3 appoints Marketing Director
K3 Business Technology Group plc, the leading author and supplier of Supply Chain Management, E-Business and ERP solutions, has appointed Richard Thomas as Marketing Director.
News from K3 Business Technology Group (22 February 2002)
Manufacturing software will improve lead times
K3 Business Technology Group has won a GBP 35,000 order for its Micross for Windows manufacturing control software solution from Avionic Services based in Kingston, Surrey.
News from K3 Business Technology Group (22 February 2002)
Signal processor conditions thermometer signals
High precision, digital, DIN-rail mounted signal processor provides economic conditioning of any System 4 thermometer output signal - ideal for both OEM and end-user applications. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (22 February 2002)
Aqueous cleaner is as good as a solvent one
User Application Article Manufacturer of components and sub-assemblies for laboratory analysis equipment has installed an aqueous ultrasonic cleaning system to eliminate solvent-based cleaning of components.
News from Layton Technologies (22 February 2002)
Ultrasonics equipment reduces machine downtime
User Application Article An economic predictive maintenance system, using ultrasonic sound detection equipment, has reduced downtime and enhance the performance and safety of equipment at a printing works.
News from Monition (22 February 2002)
Automated insert system keeps work at home
User Application Article A new plastic insert loading system for a moulding press has improved efficiency sufficiently to allow the user to keep medical equipment production in the UK.
News from Modular Automation International (22 February 2002)
Produce designs more efficiently around DSP
This kit enables systems and software engineers to develop and verify DSP algorithms in one integrated environment, and therefore produce designs more efficiently.
News from MathWorks (22 February 2002)
Guideline covers PROFIBUS EDDL
Profibus International has announced the completion of a new PROFIBUS Guideline covering EDDL, an electronic device description language for PROFIBUS devices.
News from Profibus Group (22 February 2002)
Socket screws fix and finish in one step
A new series of socket-drive fasteners designed to fix and finish in one step can be used in visible positions where ordinary screws or bolts would need painting or capping.
News from SEAC (22 February 2002)
Vehicle production systems builder goes for MPM
On the heels of its successful earnings announcement, Tecnomatix reports that EDAG Engineering + Design AG has purchased 50 software licenses of Tecnomatix's MPM solution.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies (22 February 2002)
Seals back success for World Rally car
User Application Article An advanced seal solution for the Ford-Cosworth Duratec 'R' engine proved to be the powerhouse behind the success of the Ford Martini World Rally Car.
News from DP Seals (21 February 2002)
Injection moulder builder wins "Technology Oscar"
"Austria's Most Innovative Company in 2001": this is the distinction awarded to an Austrian builder of injection moulders for the development of an all-electric machine.
News from Engel Austria (21 February 2002)
Low cost slave interface connects servo drives
A new, low cost, slave interface brings all the benefits of DeviceNet connectivity to a lightning fast, servo drive allowing the connection of devices together in a system.
News from Rockwell Automation (21 February 2002)
EDM improves fast-hole parts production
Aerospace and industrial gas turbine parts are now being deep-hole drilled using a six-axis EDM to improve quality and production.
News from Siemens Machine Tool Business Unit (21 February 2002)
Robots apply tape to complex trim
Traditionally, side body trim was the only part of the car to be applied by tape, but accent mouldings change the 'look' of a car, but how does one apply the tape? Read on.
News from Two Stage Innovation (21 February 2002)
Europe-wide drives service contract signed
AC Technology has entered a pan-European service contract with TP Serviceco, offering EU customers a comprehensive 24hr repair and emergency replacement service for of AC drives. Brochure Available
News from Lenze-ACTech (20 February 2002)
Motion controller can be configured in minutes
Powerful fieldbus-compatible motion controller provides a ready-to-use solution for up to four servo/vector motor axes, and is able to run standalone or under a PC. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (20 February 2002)
Precision CNC machine operates at high speeds
Featuring a 60,000 rev/min spindle, this compact CNC machine offers a complete turnkey solution for fast, high-precision, versatile, machining.
News from Datron Dynamics (20 February 2002)
Batch management software added to control suite
An updated and improved version of an innovative multi-function control and display product includes powerful batch management and logging facilities.
News from Eurotherm (20 February 2002)
CAE software obtains moulding data in minutes
A quick, easy-to-use and low-cost flow analysis and decision support CAE software quickly sets up models and conduct analyses to obtain all major injection molding data in just minutes.
News from Mold CAE Solutions (20 February 2002)
Just what the doctor ordered - video checks
User Application Article Errors at the tooling stage could be very costly indeed, but a validation report on a multi-cavity tool could take weeks if done manually, so this company purchased a video metrology system. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (20 February 2002)
Silicone rubber profiles make masking easier
Bespoke manufacturing of silicone rubber profiles with high temperature compounds provides masking for use in coating, painting and plating processes for operations up to 315degC.
News from Silicone Fabrication Services (20 February 2002)
Rigidity of compact VMC should suit many
Combining rigidity with compactness, this compact vertical machining centre should appeal to companies wanting a reliable, high-spec solution to medium-volume production, says the supplier.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (20 February 2002)
AEG Electric Motors appoints new Motor Partner
AEG-Lafert has appointed Team Rewinds as its latest AEG Motor Partner to provide total life cycle support for its products in the North East and Birmingham areas.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (19 February 2002)
Slant bed CNC lathe has stiffer bearing spindle
Colchester's top-selling Tornado slant bed CNC lathe is shown for the first time at a UK exhibition in its three-axis 'M' version with six driven tool positions.
News from Colchester-Harrison (19 February 2002)
Why automatically weld in-line?
The European Commission is providing funding for a collaborative research project called NOMAD to replace the assembly line-based approach to welded fabrication.
News from Delmia (19 February 2002)
Digital manufacturing covers full enterprise
Dassault Systemes has released the Version 5 Release 8 (V5R8) of Delmia, the leading 3D PLM integrated solution for digital manufacturing and maintenance processes.
News from Delmia (19 February 2002)
Video microscope checks finished results
A video microscope gives users of finishing machines the means to instantly verify results.
News from Finishing Techniques (19 February 2002)
Milling CNC processes data eight times faster
This control system for universal milling, machining centres or processes requiring optimal tool path control, features data processing time eight times faster than the previous generation. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (19 February 2002)
Bearing life extended from two weeks to one year
User Application Article An abrasives manufacturer was spending approximately GBP 6,000 to maintain a ball rail system per annum - using a V-guide system replacement costs to date are now just GBP 600. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (19 February 2002)
Transmission couplers detailed in designer guide
The widest choice of coupler types is now joined by equally comprehensive ranges of other transmission products, all of which are detailed in a newly published designers guide. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork (19 February 2002)
Cleaning products labelled automatically
An occupational hygiene company, looking to improve productivity by eliminating hand coding on the filling lines and preparing for ISO 9000, employs the latest inkjet labelling systems.
News from Imaje UK (19 February 2002)
New stator technology ups actuator performance
Integrated linear actuators offer increased torque performance, following the introduction of new T-(TM) segmented stator technology. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (19 February 2002)
Software improves after sales service management
User Application Article Machine tool and laser marker systems specialist is using service management software to maintain and improve its customer support for the wide range of after sales services it offers.
News from Tesseract (19 February 2002)
One flute end mill inreases metal removal rates
One flute carbide end mill upgrades performance in milling aircraft components after successful round of preliminary testing by users.
News from Jabro Tools (19 February 2002)
Double up on workloading to your M-Cs, grinders
Multi-jaw vice workholding can effectively double the workholding capacity of vertical and horizontal machining centres, milling machines and grinders.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (19 February 2002)
Continuous CNC investment brings growth
User Application Article The last eight years have seen Coatbridge-based KRG Precision transform itself from an also-ran general engineering subcontractor into one of Scotland's leading heavy machining specialists.
News from Mills Manufacturing Technology (19 February 2002)
Twin-mode CNC lathe uses three tools at once
Acting as a fixed head or bar chucking lathe this highly productive machine deploys three-tool simultaneous cutting. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (19 February 2002)
Stepper drive offers high power for OEMs
High power stepper drive for cost-sensitive OEM applications uses a specially-developed power output stage, based on latest-generation MOSFET technology. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (19 February 2002)
Ball pin fastener produces strong pivot joints
A new ball pin fastener provides a fast and cost-effective method of achieving high strength pivot points in sheet metal components from 0.8-1.5mm thick Inco Brochure Available
News from Profil UK (19 February 2002)
Gear product supplier updates catalogue
More than 3,500 stock gear products are detailed in the new KHK catalogue, several of which are new to this '3008' publication.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (19 February 2002)
e-Commerce reduces automation transaction costs
supplyPARTNERSHIP is a secure, integrated and cost effective e-commerce solution for customers to purchase all their MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) products via the Internet.
News from Routeco (19 February 2002)
CNC driller/miller performs hard machining
The latest version of the high productivity Fanuc Robodrill introduces the 16iMB CNC control and Alpha i servo control and increased tool capacity to 21 tools, and rapid traverse of 54m/min.
News from 600 Centre (19 February 2002)
Software solves fixed batch size problems
Batch Allocator software is intended for use by manufacturers that must produce in fixed batch sizes and deliver packaged products in multiple configurations.
News from Taylor Scheduling Software (19 February 2002)
Sliding head turning used in fixed head lathe
A new concept for components up to 36mm diameter transfers the well-proven technology of combined 'one-hit' front and backworking of bar components to fixed-head turning.
News from Traub Heckert UK (19 February 2002)
Six-axis CNC tool grinder costs under GBP 50,000
Selling for under GBP 50,000, this six-axis CNC controlled tool and cutter grinder grinds end mills, slot drills and all self- centring and high performance drills automatically.
News from Traub Heckert UK (19 February 2002)
Gantry type CNC M-C offers stiffer structure
This five-axis mid-range CNC vertical machining centre has options of up to 40,000 revs/min spindle and is a gantry design which provides a far stiffer structure for high speed machining.
News from Traub Heckert UK (19 February 2002)
Hysteresis brakes and clutches for endless lines
Advanced bespoke tension control solutions for endless production systems at a fraction of the normal time using novel hysteresis range of non-contact brakes and clutches. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (19 February 2002)
Off-line programming system has good Z-axis
User Application Article The Z-axis capability of an off-line programming system helped this subcontractor to make the most of CNC milling and grow quickly in the semi-conductor business.
News from ACI (UK) (19 February 2002)
Restore information in minutes, not hours
An easy-to-use disaster recovery and information backup tool enables manufacturing personnel to restore information to plant floor PCs in minutes, rather hours required for manual recovery. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (19 February 2002)
Get a good clean grip on the job
The over centre action of these stainless steel toggle clamps offer holding forces from 40 deca Newtons to a whopping 4500 deca Newtons. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (18 February 2002)
Punching, bending and laser profiling go on stage
A patented laser technology-based automatic bending system for sheet metal components will be demonstrated for the first time at a UK exhibition on a multi-axis CNC press brake.
News from LVD (UK) (18 February 2002)
High productivity punch press interfaces readily
Combining high productivity, large sheet capacity and an increased turret size with additional auto-index stations this CNC turret punch press readily interfaces with automation systems.
News from LVD (UK) (18 February 2002)
Clamping system enables substantial time saving
User Application Article A modular, long-stroke clamping system, used in a twin-pallet M-C, does the work in a quarter of the time needed to set up and machine with conventional clamping.
News from Micron Workholding (Microloc) (18 February 2002)
Software service speeds implementation
A software implementation and consulting service, Quick Start, to help customers to quickly implement their cost management/estimating systems and maximize their efficiency.
News from MTI Systems (18 February 2002)
Contact versus laser digitising - no contest
For most scanning uses, contact probe systems combined with powerful software can offer considerable advantages when compared with laser scanning and digitising, says Andrew Galt.
News from Rathnew Scientific (18 February 2002)
Twin spindle turning centre does 'one-hit' work
With C-axis capability complemented by driven tooling and sub-spindle, this universal three-axis CNC turning centre is a high-performance, one-hit alternative to multi-operation tasks.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (18 February 2002)
Teach-in cylindrical grinder appeals universally
An unrivalled price-to-performance specification that will appeal to both toolrooms and companies involved in one-off or volume production is claimed for a Czech teach-in cylindrical grinder.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (18 February 2002)
Manual/CNC lathe offers productivity improvements
Universal productivity rewards on offer with a user-friendly CNC lathe include the use in manual mode and then switching to CNC for production.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (18 February 2002)
Press brake tooling coating avoids surface marking
A new coating for press brake tooling dramatically increases the service life, lowers frictional resistance during the bending process and reduces any problems with galling and surface marking.
News from Wilson Tool International (18 February 2002)
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