News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 26 May
to Saturday 1 June 2002
Lightweight drawn-arc unit welds large studs
Weighing only 36,5kg, a lightweight drawn-arc studwelder generates up to 1200A and is able to weld 5/8in (16mm) studs.
News from Arcon Welding (31 May 2002)
Larger narrow coils are now available
Customer benefits of less material handling, less scrap and less downtime will accrue from a steel stockholder adding a narrow coil spool winder with integral butt welding.
News from Cashmores (31 May 2002)
Rollform software capabilities extended
The data M Software company has further enhanced its COPRA RollForm software features to make its use easier.
News from Data M Software (31 May 2002)
Robotic arc welding is available off-the-shelf
Robotic arc welding systems, with single- and twin-station arc welding systems, can now be bought 'off-the-shelf' and installed in 10 days.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (31 May 2002)
Reliable MIG welder facilitates thin-wall joints
Providing high quality joints in thin sheet metals down to 0.5mm place growing demands on MIG welding equipment and operators, which is why reliable TIG weld process control is essential. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (31 May 2002)
Video measuring system ensures accuracy
User Application Article Video measuring system achieves unmatched levels of speed, accuracy and repeatability at precision diesel fuel injection systems manufacturer, Delphi Diesel Systems Vehicle manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (31 May 2002)
CNC laser profiling speeds, accelerations doubled
The latest CNC system has doubled the speed and acceleration of the Prima Industrie Platino High Speed laser profiling system to 140m/min and 17m/sec2 respectively. Brochure Available
News from Prima Industrie UK (31 May 2002)
Conveyorised washer ousts solvent-based system
User Application Article A conveyorised aqueous cleaning system installed in the French bearings division of a multinational engine and automotive equipment supplier has replaced a basket batched, solvent based unit. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (30 May 2002)
Loggers monitor temperature humdity
Indicating temperature humidity loggers are capable of making up to 16,000 sample readings with a real time clock memory.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (30 May 2002)
Plastics Advisers goes interactive in Version 6.0
Since its launch in 1997, Moldflow Plastics Advisers has influenced the way that designers check their plastic part designs to ensure that they are suitable for manufacture.
News from Moldflow Vertriebs (30 May 2002)
Temperature sensor help catalogue is on CD ROM
Peak Sensors, a leading temperature measurement and control solutions provider, has launched its latest CD ROM design guide and product catalogue.
News from Peak Sensors (30 May 2002)
Condensate drain qualifies for capital allowances
As well as qualifying for the Enhanced Capital Allowance Scheme, a level sensing condensate drain prevents compressed air escaping from the system.
News from Zander-Hiross (30 May 2002)
Parting-off analysed and best solution found
User Application Article Choosing the most effective parting-off tooling has resulted in a subcontractor achieving the best speeds, feeds and programming method to be used.
News from Advanced Carbide Tooling (29 May 2002)
Is CNC tooland cutter grinding for you? - read on
User Application Article The purpose of this paper is to attempt to give a better understanding of CNC tool grinding, the advantages of CNC ground tools, case histories of actual usage its benefits and its justification.
News from Anca Pty (29 May 2002)
Large lathe benefits applied to smaller machine
A three-axis, slant bed CNC mill/turn lathe brings the latest developments from a larger capacity 220 machine into a more compact 210mm turning, 52mm bar capacity machine with 12 driven tool stations.
News from Colchester-Harrison (29 May 2002)
Check EMFs without removing them
A fully portable in-situ calibration verification system for electromagnetic flowmeters captures data for download later.
News from Krohne (29 May 2002)
One chuck's reliability led to three more
User Application Article The success of combi collet type chucks on three CNC lathes in enabling Renishaw to achieve "a dramatic leap forward in manufacturing strategy" led to three more similar chucks being purchased.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (29 May 2002)
Software now includes thin-wall pocketing
Enhancements for rough machining, as well as new flat land finishing cycles, thin-wall pocketing and toolpath simulation are key developments made in off-line CNC programming software.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (29 May 2002)
Controller designed for multi-zone usage
The CD1000 from CD Automation has been specially designed for multi-zone applications such as plastic and glass manufacture.
News from Paragon Alliance (29 May 2002)
Advanced CNC EDM helps beat off cheap competition
User Application Article A manufacturer of plastics injection tooling has recognised that to continue to grow and compete with lower cost global competitors it had to invest in advanced CNC EDM to cut lead times.
News from Agie Charmilles (28 May 2002)
CNC machine tool company joins the BGA
The British Gear Association's latest member is a company which supplies CNC machine tools to a number of industries.
News from British Gear Association (28 May 2002)
Inspection windows meet LSF specifications
A new range of thermographic inspection windows has been introduced for applications which require equipment and components to generate low smoke and fumes (LSF) in a fire.
News from Cockburn Thermal Imaging (28 May 2002)
Executive managers to streamline organisation
Cyco Software has appointed Joost Dull and Sander Piet to its Executive Management Team and will assist in further streamlining its overall service, consulting and development organisation.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (28 May 2002)
Machine guarding the 'unguardable'
User Application Article The safeguarding of machines is invariably a complex process, especially so when the operation is milling aero-engine fan blades which protrude outside or above the machine parameters.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (28 May 2002)
Laser profiler will cut intricate shapes
With the number of visitors to the Electrox stand exceeding all expectations one company bought a new laser profiling system straight off a stand at the recent UK Metalworking 2002 show. Brochure Available
News from Electrox (28 May 2002)
Cylindrical grinder ready for next generation
Increased machine rigidity, longer X-axis travels and higher speeds and the capability of taking larger wheelheads, feature a new versatile cylindrical grinder.
News from Studer (28 May 2002)
How to design and develop the ultimate VMC
Drastic redesign of a VMC, aimed at attacking downtime, has seen dramatic improvements in spindle and axis acceleration times, resulting in a VMC that can reduce cycle times by over 20%. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (28 May 2002)
Latest PLC controls 'fastest lathe in the world'
User Application Article Claiming to have the fastest lathe in the world, a Swiss manufacturer has achieved this by applying the latest PLC technology to control the machine tool. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc GE CNC UK (28 May 2002)
Chat with the experts on pneumatics
Global pneumatics supplier Norgren has extensively updated the catalogue, technical help and 3D CAD facilities on its pioneering website.
News from Norgren (28 May 2002)
Robust torque wrench gets into tight spaces
Able to provide accurate torque settings over a range from 80 to 400 Nm, even in applications with restricted access, a torque wrench uses an innovative ratchet mechanism. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (28 May 2002)
Cantilever racking system maximises steels storage
A narrow-aisle cantilever racking system has allowed versatile high-density storage for steel stock in a new warehouse for a wide range of carbon, alloy and stainless steels products.
News from Pro-Dek Design and Storage Systems (28 May 2002)
SSRs and thyristors offer time and money savings
One of Europe's leading manufacturers of SSRs and thyristors, is now making its latest products, with 23 current rating steps, available to the UK.
News from Paragon Alliance (28 May 2002)
Guidelines cover PROFIBUS devices use
Profibus International has announced the completion of two new Guidelines: the use of HART and PROFIBUS devices in the same installation and the test criteria for PROFIBUS DP-V2 compliancy.
News from Profibus Group (28 May 2002)
Explore adhesion and bonding to polyolefins
Many applications of polyolefins require good adhesion to other substrates. A report discusses ways of improving adhesion to substrates.
News from Smithers Rapra (28 May 2002)
Conveyor chains need less attention
User Application Article A complete solution to conveyor system maintenance problems has reduced costs and improved operations at a leading UK sawmill. The chains have applications in many other industries. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (28 May 2002)
MACH orders for Yamazaki exceed GBP 1.5m
Yamazaki Machinery UK (Mazak) has revealed that it took firm orders for 9 new machine tools at the recent MACH 2002 exhibition with a combined value of just over GBP 1.5m. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (28 May 2002)
'Time gentlemen please!' - but orders rolled on
The MACH 2002 show at the NEC in Birmingham had been closed for 10 minutes when a visitor walked into the Colchester area and placed an order for a Combi K2 combination slant bed lathe.
News from Colchester-Harrison (27 May 2002)
Locks, latches and handles are all on website
"Everything but the Enclosure" company EMKA has incorporated its new product ranges in a downloadable version of the EMKA 2002 catalogue. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (27 May 2002)
Bridge-type VMC is competitively priced
Latest bridge-type, vertical-spindle machining centre offers manufacturers in the aerospace and tool making sectors in particular a competitively priced production facility.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (27 May 2002)
CNC automatics expand horizons for subcontractor
User Application Article Having invested in CNC automatics, a manufacturer of machined complex plastics parts has found it can take smaller batches and diversify into other areas. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (27 May 2002)
CNC sliding head autos make phenomenal parts
Single-hit machining of complex components on Star sliding-headstock lathes at subcontractor Small Engineering results in phenomenally better mill-turned products says the company.
News from Small Engineering (27 May 2002)
Sliding head autos beat ten-year old Swiss types
User Application Article Single-hit machining of complex components on sliding-headstock lathes results in phenomenally better mill-turned products compared with 10 year old Swiss-type lathes says a subcontractor.
News from Star Micronics GB (27 May 2002)
Low cost CNC turret miller offers wide scope
Sales of over 100 machines have been recorded for a highly successful turret miller, which is now available with a 2.1/2 axis CNC. It gives users extra machining scope for a low cost outlay.
News from Viking Machine Tools (27 May 2002)
Rapidly improving material dispensing
Sealed Air Corporation Introduces the Rapid Shooter Dispensing System Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (27 May 2002)
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