News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 12 May
to Saturday 18 May 2002
Precision dosing ups CBN/diamond wheel life
Using a biomedical engineering micro-dosing technique, CBN and diamond coated honing tool lives can be increased up to 10 to 20 times, while grinding performance can be quadrupled.
News from Studer (17 May 2002)
A new online shop opened for sci-tech literature
A joint venture of TIB Hannover and FIZ Karlsruhe, GetInfo went online on May 12 / German research ministry furthers the setup of a central location for German research and technology information. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (17 May 2002)
50 years' celebration at Metalworking, sales too
While celebrating 50 years of manufacturing sheetmetal equipment at Metalworking 2002 at the NEC in Birmingham, LVD of Belgium was able to add more than GBP 800,000 to its international sales.
News from LVD (UK) (17 May 2002)
High speed M-C slashes lead times for toolmaker
User Application Article A major one-stop press tool manufacturer, serving a range of industries including the automotive and telecomms sectors, invested GBP 300,000 in new plant and a new five-axis high speed M-C.
News from Mikron (17 May 2002)
Keeping an eye on unmanned sheet metal work cells
An information and messaging system reports on any unmanned sheet metal working cell stoppage to an individual in-house, off-site or to a service desk. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (17 May 2002)
Warm glow of brisk fire business supports a cell
The warm glow from brisk on-going business has enabled Aarrow Fires to order a combination laser/punch CNC press cell with automated handling systems for 'lights out' operation. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (17 May 2002)
Yamazaki sells first e-type Integrex
Ryton, Tyne and Wear based MKW Engineering has become the first UK purchaser of a Mazak Integrex 'e'-1060V multi tasking machine tool. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (17 May 2002)
Software reduces energy costs for cable maker
The manufacture of cables requires a significant amount of energy and a Swiss manufacturer substantially reduced its costs by applying the latest energy management software. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (17 May 2002)
Machinery builder takes on world-wide CRM
User Application Article A pharmaceutical machinery builder is to optimize contact and opportunity management, proposal generation and sales reporting capabilities; and provide online information updates worldwide.
News from SSA Global (16 May 2002)
Knurled knobs suit various material thicknesses
A range of knurled knobs are intended for original equipment manufacturers who need a high quality hand knob but have various thicknesses of material or types of application. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (16 May 2002)
Vacuum generators are economical on air demands
A new range of 'in line' and standard compact high efficiency vacuum generator products are designed for low air consumption. Brochure Available
News from Festo (16 May 2002)
Build complex 3D models and drawings quicker
A free trial program is being offered for a full-strength modelling solution that enables complex models and drawings to be built with more intelligence and in half the time.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (16 May 2002)
View any CAD drawing - without CAD software
Software allows anyone, including non-CAD staff, to view, redline and print/plot drawings created in any CAD/CNC program.
News from Softcover International (16 May 2002)
De-flashing tool can be robot, tool stand mounted
A de-flashing tool solution, which can be robot or even tool-stand mounted, is intended for de-burring, fettling and flash removal from aluminium die-castings.
News from Tatem Industrial Automation (16 May 2002)
Radiometric camera is portable and sends data
The world's first portable radiometric camera gives completely wireless, spread spectrum infrared image, vision and data transfer directly from job site to desk top and beyond.
News from Thermoteknix Systems (16 May 2002)
Pressbrake order confirmed in first few minutes
Within minutes of Metalworking 2002 exhibition opening, Linde Heavy Truck Division confirmed its order for a 2000kN x 4000mm pressbrake.
News from Bystronic UK (16 May 2002)
DST Output Selects Exstream Software's Dialogue
User Application Article The Leading Provider of Integrated Paper and Electronic Document Services Selects Dialogue to Support Creation of High-Volume Personalized Documents
News from Exstream Software (16 May 2002)
Software simulates liquid composite moulding
Liquid composite moulding simulation software PAM-RTM 2002 offers seamless integration with 3D draping simulation software PAM-FORM 2002.
News from ESI Group (15 May 2002)
Appointment brings a wealth of experience
Recently appointed Export Business Development Manager, Paul Boothby, brings to G and J Hall a wealth of experience, in terms of technical knowledge and an understanding of export markets.
News from Hall (15 May 2002)
Tube benders get PC system update
PC-based control products have made it possible for a tube-forming specialist to equip its latest range of tube bending machines with versatile and future-proofing control systems.
News from Hayes Control Systems (15 May 2002)
Press orders received on first day of show
Joseph Rhodes received a multiple order on the first day of the Metalworking 2002 exhibition in Birmingham, UK, for two power presses.
News from Joseph Rhodes (15 May 2002)
Ultra-compact relay suits test and instrumentation
Specifically aimed at the test and instrumentation industry, this relay is an ultra-compact 2 Form A relay measuring just 6.0 x 5.2 x 5.5mm (l x b x h).
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK (15 May 2002)
Integrated quality management system is web-based
A web-based, integrated quality management system enables standardised quality and business practice across manufacturing sites, business units and the European Tec Technology Centre. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (15 May 2002)
Flue gas lead emissions brought under control
User Application Article Flue gas lead emissions have been reduced to effectively zero at a crystal glassware manufacturer in preparation for new legislation that will come into force in late 2002. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (15 May 2002)
Quick guide may avoid feed system technician visit
Barring a seminar on the principles of vibratory part feeding, this quick guide may be the next best thing to having a technician on site to remedy your feed system quirks.
News from Action Feed Systems (14 May 2002)
Gas and liquid regulators get five year warranty
A specialist distributor of components for gas and liquid control, has announced that all Kenmac regulators supplied from April 2002 will be covered by Kenmac's new 5-year warranty.
News from Boiswood (14 May 2002)
Double-acting ballscrew cuts machine downtime
Very fast-moving mill-tap centres, zippy machining centres and a very nippy pick-up spindle vertical turning lathe are the results of applying a double-acting ballscrew axis drive. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (14 May 2002)
Shopfloor test stations networked for BCS
User Application Article The latest test installation for the new Range Rover model consists of 32 shopfloor test stations that are networked to support the vehicle Build Control System.
News from Cirrus Technologies (14 May 2002)
Plugboards ousted in two-year CNC turning drive
User Application Article A turned parts subcontractor has transformed its business since converting from plug board operated automatics to computer-controlled production lathes.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (14 May 2002)
Robot controller has operational simplicity of PC
Robot controller features a completely updated operating system and new generation programming language (VAL3). It brings the simplicity and ease of use normally associated with PC systems. Brochure Available
News from Staubli UK (Robotics) (14 May 2002)
Portable analyser checks gas turbine exhaust
Offering high accuracy measurement of low NOx values this portable flue gas analyser is ideal for gas turbine exhaust monitoring.
News from Testo (14 May 2002)
High volume roll forming line relies on hydraulics
User Application Article Hydraulic tie-rod cylinders, pumps and directional, flow and check valves have been specified for a process line roll-forming 2800 automotive front bumper beams per day. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (14 May 2002)
Software developments have new features, options
GE Fanuc Automation has introduced Version 6.0 of CIMPLICITY HMI Plant Edition, delivering new product features and options which utilise recent Microsoft upgrades. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (14 May 2002)
Digital servos suit heavy machine tools
A rating output of 100kW and a maximum instantaneous output of 200kW or 1900Nm torque make this digital servo motor ideal for large machine tools such as power presses. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (14 May 2002)
Machine vision technology increases quality
If you wince at the thought of a catheter kinking during insertion, or pulling apart upon removal, then you understand the necessity of test and inspection for catheter manufacturers. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (13 May 2002)
Edging strip improves machine operator safety
A flexible edging strip can provide a continuous line of high sensitivity touch sensing along or around all types of plant and machinery at distances up to 50m.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (13 May 2002)
Electromagnetic hole cutting system demonstrated
Demonstrating the power and versatility of an electromagnetic hole cutting system, G and J Hall received a number of quality enquiries and attracted a lot of interest in its product range.
News from Hall (13 May 2002)
Work benches can be changed to suit purpose
Modular workbenches take wealth of easy-to-mount features can be added, such as a foot rest, drawer cabinet, screen holder, lighting, and more.
News from Lista (UK) (13 May 2002)
Cordless power tool gets into tight corners
A slimmer, cordless power tool for driving nuts and screws provides greater access to difficult-to-reach places than other electric screwdrivers, without sacrificing needed power.
News from Metabo (13 May 2002)
Controller suits power press light curtain use
Safety light curtain controller is ideal for applications where a variety of materials are inserted through the protected field of the light curtain, such as press operations.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (13 May 2002)
Modular fixturing system improves productivity
Inexpensive modular fixture workholding system allows automotive component manufacturer to increase productivity.
News from Wixroyd International (13 May 2002)
Business improving said MACH exhibitor
Genuine interest was shown in a new low cost vertical machining centre at MACH 2002, which was encouraging and we definitely detected signs that business is getting better, said Yamazen.
News from Matchmaker M/C (13 May 2002)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 42
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