News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 9 June
to Saturday 15 June 2002
Robots detect movement of parts on production line
Robots on automotive line will get 'eyes' and 'brains' to check autoparts movement, following deal between robot producer and Canadian software producer. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (14 June 2002)
Solid object 3D printer aids design evaluation
A design consultancy has added Thermojet solid object 3D printing equipment to its studios to produce accurate 3D components for clients to review at design progress meetings.
News from AME prototypes (14 June 2002)
How to optimise product knowledge IT
Knowledge-driven Product Lifecycle Management strategy helps companies optimize the use of product knowledge across the extended enterprise.
News from SSA Global (14 June 2002)
Automotive industry squeezes textile manufacturers
Increased OEM purchasing power stemming from consolidation within the automotive industry, combined with their stringent cost cutting measures are squeezing textile manufacturers.
News from Frost and Sullivan (14 June 2002)
Manual Guide keeps track of CNC developments
Already widely adopted throughout the machine tool industry for its simplification of programming and complex machining operations, Manual Guide keeps pace with adavnces in many CNC systems. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc GE CNC UK (14 June 2002)
Remote monitoring is PC based
A new software based HMI system fills a gap in the automation marketplace, sitting between dedicated HMIs and PC based SCADA. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (14 June 2002)
Custom connectors made for industrial applications
ODU can design and manufacture connector types, not readily available off-the-shelf, for wide-ranging applications in medical technology, testing, industrial electronics and many others.
News from ODU UK (14 June 2002)
Gloss finish thermoplastics handles are strong
For a long time a high gloss finish was only achievable with thermoset plastics, but handles are now available in a gloss finish, with high impact strength thermoplastics. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (13 June 2002)
Swarfless process drills up to 50mm diameter
Now available from Flowdrill (UK) of Chatham, Kent, is a swarfless drilling process for creating holes up to 50mm diameter in pipes and tubes, box sections or fabrications.
News from Flowdrill (UK) (13 June 2002)
Universal slant bed lathe sold off the stand
The UK launch of a universal slant-bed lathe generated widespread interest at MACH 2002, culminating in the sale of a machine direct from the exhi9bitor's stand.
News from TS Harrison and Sons (13 June 2002)
Power controls solve short wave infrared dilemma
Short wave infrared (SWIR) lamps are commonly used in the heating and processing of such materials as plastics, glass, metals, ceramics and paper.
News from Paragon Alliance (13 June 2002)
Polyvinyl fluoride film withstands tough use
High performance colour coded identification tapes and labels are designed for use in the extreme environmental conditions encountered in the aerospace industry. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Identification Products (13 June 2002)
Motor service agency appointed in South West UK
W Mages has been appointed ABB Motor Service Partner for the South West, forming part of ABB's growing customer service network for full lifecycle support of low voltage AC motors.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (12 June 2002)
ACI makes changes at board level
Air Control Industries (ACI), the UK's leading producer of air movement equipment, has announced a number of changes at Board level. Brochure Available
News from Air Control Industries (12 June 2002)
Drivesare for constant or variable torque use
575VAC drives for 1 to 300HP use are for constant or variable torque applications such as for the material handling, food and beverage, and packaging industries.
News from Danfoss Drives (12 June 2002)
Closed loop motion control to work in hazards
Brushless dustproof motors/resolvers form a single rugged and reliable component suitable for hostile environments that, when combined with a drive system, are ideal for closed-loop motion control.
News from Empire Magnetics (12 June 2002)
Management software suits small manufacturer
Management software suits small manufacturer
News from Freedom Applications (12 June 2002)
Information in science, technology, and patents
FIZ Karlsruhe strengthens its position as complete service provider for all questions relating to information provision. Product range ranks from easy-to-handle interface up to intranet solution. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (12 June 2002)
Improve conveyor belt cleaning efficiency
Conveyor belt cleaner accessories include two alternatives for holding return side belts flat and stable so secondary belt cleaners can work at peak efficiency.
News from Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company) (12 June 2002)
Thermal imaging camera fits in palm of the hand
Weighing 700 grams - 50% less than any model - a thermal imaging camera fits easily into the palm of the hand or on a tool belt. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (12 June 2002)
Burner management systems sold to Saudi Arabia
Four triple modular redundancy (TMR) Burner Management Systems, with a total value of $1.3m, are being manufactured by ICS Triplex for the Aramco Abqaiq refinery in Saudi Arabia.
News from ICS Triplex (12 June 2002)
Depth of field and viewing angles unrivalled
Multifunction inspection and documentation system out performs other systems with its unparalleled depth of field, unique viewing angles, and dynamic magnification ranges.
News from Intelligent Vision Solutions (12 June 2002)
Manufacturing research gets high-tech storage
Kardex Systems, has installed GBP 50,000 worth of high-tech industrial storage equipment to the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) - the national centre of excellence for manufacturing research.
News from Kardex Systems (12 June 2002)
Commerce centre expands on line plastics resource
An online presentation of industry products and services within the global plastics eMarketplace extends the benefits of the industry's most comprehensive online plastics resource.
News from Omnexus (12 June 2002)
Mount safety light curtains closer to machinery
Ultra-fast controller response time combined with 12mm resolution allows a safety light curtain system to be mounted closer to machinery pinch points.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (12 June 2002)
Guide details encoders and motor feedback systems
Resource guide includes detailed information, specifications and selection guidelines on a complete line of incremental, absolute and linear encoders, motor feedback systems and accessories.
News from Sick Stegmann (12 June 2002)
Change to high efficiency electric motors
As AC induction motors consume up to 65% of all electrical energy consumed by industry, changing to high efficiency motors can bring considerable benefit to the end user and the environment.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (11 June 2002)
Impact transmitter predicts compressor damage
Impact Transmitter monitors and protects reciprocating machinery by measuring mechanical looseness and engine detonation and alerting perators of an emerging problem. Brochure Available
News from AMOT (11 June 2002)
SS pressure transmitters have ceramic sensors
Pressure transmitters feature rugged stainless steel construction to suit a wide range of applications and advanced robust ceramic sensor technology. Brochure Available
News from AMOT (11 June 2002)
Distributor offers fluid sensors and controls
Boiswood, the specialist distributor of components for gas and liquid control, has been appointed as a distributor for the Gems range of fluid sensors and controls for the process industry.
News from Boiswood (11 June 2002)
Sound and vibration analyser can trouble-shoot
An easy-to-use sound and vibration analyzer has been developed to provide quick, cost-effective solutions for sound and vibration measurement, analysis and troubleshooting applications.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (11 June 2002)
Bi-directional ball valves are leak-free
Bi-directional ball valves feature a high performance Delta stem seal designed to extend their operating life to between 50,000 and 100,000 cycles, with leak-free performance.
News from Circor Instrumentation (11 June 2002)
SCADA software is available on line
Control Plus has announced that its supervisory control and data acquisition software products are now available on line at www.controlplus.biz.
News from Control Plus (11 June 2002)
Simplifying complex safety system control tasks
Offering a simple, cost effective and highly reliable solution for complex safety tasks, a modular safety system covers up to 22 emergency stop sensing devices.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (11 June 2002)
NC post-processors run CNCs for new sports cars
Software has been chosen by Automobili Lamborghini to run on several complex CNC machine tools used in the production of the Murcielago car, including: 5-axis mills, 4-axis lathes and EDMs.
News from ICAM Technologies (11 June 2002)
UK tissue mill orders video systems
Monitoring Technology Corporation has announced that an international tissue manufacturer ordered two ABB Video Historian systems for a mill in the UK.
News from Monitoring Technology (11 June 2002)
Hammers switch to percussion drill or just drill
Versatile, powerful rotary hammers that allow users to switch from drilling, percussion drilling, or no-rotation percussion (hammer) operations with a single tool.
News from Metabo (11 June 2002)
Constant wrist strap monitor checks ESD control
A dual wire constant wrist strap monitor has been designed to ensure that ESD control is working by constantly testing the connection integrity of the person and bench mat connections.
News from Static Control Components (Europe) (11 June 2002)
French group appoints British engineer as CEO
French electrical equipment manufacturer, Socomec, has appointed Michael Carter, a 44 year-old British Engineer, as Chief Executive.
News from Socomec Group (11 June 2002)
Report underlines chief factors in steel purchase
A steel's technical properties are by far the most important factor when determining the choice of supplier, as well as expertise, speedy deliveries, customised volumes and formats, says a report.
News from SSAB Tunnplat (11 June 2002)
Flowmeters meet Pressure Equipment Directive
Following the onerous procedure of showing compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive PED 97/23/EC Lloyds Register has granted Torbar Flowmeters certification.
News from Torbar Flowmeters (11 June 2002)
Labelling systems upgraded to celebrate
Weber Marking Systems has manufactured its 1,000th 5200 Series Print and Apply Labeller, just three years after the machine was launched.
News from Weber Marking Systems (11 June 2002)
Looking at exactly what e-business is all about
Business in Manufacturing: Putting the Internet to Work in the Industrial Enterprise takes a look at the convergence of business, communications and what they mean for manufacturing industries.
News from American Technical Publishers (10 June 2002)
CRM solution ups service quality levels
A new version of a Clientele CRM solution gives companies flexibility and control, empowering support staff to provide a superior level of service during customer interactions.
News from Epicor (10 June 2002)
Tools rough hardened steels more readily
One tool covers all - roughing, pre-finishing and finishing - of hardened steels of HRC 60 and above, with increased tool performance.
News from Jabro Tools (10 June 2002)
Cutters machine a tapered full radius in moulds
Here is an answer to the die and mould industry's search for a means to machine a tapered full radius for conical walls and runners: a series of full radius tapered end mills.
News from Jabro Tools (10 June 2002)
Diamond coated endmills cut abrasive materials
A true CVD diamond smooth coating has been applied to two- and three-flute end mills for machining highly abrasive materials.
News from Jabro Tools (10 June 2002)
Dispensers do not splash liquids about
Anti-splash solvent dispensers are intended to manually dispense alcohol, acetone, isopropanol, ethanol, methanol, thinners and any other liquids used electronic manufacturing and repair work. Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech (10 June 2002)
Industrial monitoring deal is for whole globe
Monitoring Technology Corporation has announced that Blue Circle Industries PLC ("BCI") has chosen to standardize on Smart Advisor systems in its cement manufacturing facilities worldwide.
News from Monitoring Technology (10 June 2002)
Facilities management capability wins deals
Supply chain solutions supplier SSI has recently signed up its first FM customers, Poole-based engineering companies Hamworthy Heating and Hamworthy Combustion and Bellis and Morcom.
News from SSI (10 June 2002)
Electrical steel business focused
"United we are moving into a bright future for the electrical steel business," Dr Wolfgang Trommer, Chairman of the Management Board of newly e
News from ThyssenKrupp Steel (10 June 2002)
Improved access to welding information is up
Around 60 illustrated, highly informative articles are now easily accessed free of charge at
News from TWI (The Welding Institute) (10 June 2002)
Tool management system links to CATIA
Users of CATIA 2- and 3D design and product simulation systems can now instantly access and select tooling data from the Walter TDM Tool Data Management system
News from Walter GB (10 June 2002)
Can manufacturing cost savings
Most of the material cost savings effort in the can manufacturing process goes into metal savings.
News from Sencon (UK) (10 June 2002)
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