News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 August
to Saturday 10 August 2002
Robotics division appoints business manager
ABB, the global power and automation technologies group, has appointed David Marshall, 50, as UK Business Manager for Robotics. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 9 August 2002)
Cup washers suit countersink and raised fastenings
"C" type and "R" type cup washers are applicable everywhere that countersunk head screws are used with soft materials such as wood, composite boards, plastic sheets or fabrics.
News from Challenge (Europe) ( 9 August 2002)
Directive on pumps is approaching fast
Pumping solutions compliant with the AtEx 100a (94/9/EC) Directive have been introduced in advance of the fast approaching deadline for compliance with the Directive.
News from Flux Pumps International (UK) ( 9 August 2002)
Liquid level sensors fit into tight spaces
Miniature vertical liquid level sensors are ideal for sensing condensate tray levels in heating, venting and air conditioning systems.
News from Gentech International ( 9 August 2002)
Access European funds for manufacturing excellence
In its continuing efforts to upgrade manufacturing industry, the European Commission initiative Sim-Serv is offering companies simulation services to support operations at world class level.
News from Sim-Serv ( 9 August 2002)
Monitoring systems employ RF and PCI technology
A new generation of smart constant monitoring and control systems are believed to be the first to employ both RF Wireless and PCI technology.
News from TX Technology Corp ( 9 August 2002)
Slant bed production lathes priced competitively
Slant bed CNC production lathes, equipped with optional mill/drill facilities, are being offered at attractive prices. Brochure Available
News from Dugard ( 8 August 2002)
Magnesium diecasting success is in the chamber
For the diecaster producing components in magnesium alloy, making the right choice between hot and cold chamber manufacturing routes is fundamental.
News from Frech ( 8 August 2002)
Weld backing tapes save fabrication time and money
To save time and money in the welding of sheet metal, tanks, boilers, heat exchangers, large pipes, etc, two new grades of weld backing tape are available. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques ( 8 August 2002)
One-hit machining gains more aerospace work
User Application Article It is impossible to manufacture aerospace components economically these days without minimising the number of separate machining operations, one-hit production being the goal.
News from Mills Manufacturing Technology ( 8 August 2002)
Small-hole drilling attachment is ultra-sensitive
Ultra-sensitive micro-drill press attachment is designed for small hole drilling and can be fitted to any R-8 spindle.
News from Millmate ( 8 August 2002)
Portable microscope inspects curved surfaces
If you have a need to inspect curved surfaces of a relatively large diameter under high magnification, how can you achieve this? Brochure Available
News from Prior Scientific ( 8 August 2002)
Open integrated planning tool ups productivity
Leading european automotive services provider cites reliability and openness of integrated planning tool for maximising production yields.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies ( 8 August 2002)
Camera-based systems inspect at the machine
The non contact measurement and inspection of plastics components can be carried out alongside the machines that manufactured them for fast, effective shop floor use. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering ( 8 August 2002)
Carbon Trust operates Energy Technology List
The Carbon Trust has taken over the management of the Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs with effect from 5 August 2002.
News from Carbon Trust ( 7 August 2002)
Mechanical interlocking safety proven over again
Mechanical techniques proven over many years still have much to offer modern industry in safeguarding personnel says EJA Marketing Manager, Ian Williams.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) ( 7 August 2002)
Dual check safety system for machine tools
Dual check safety system for the i Series Model B CNC controls reduces installation cost for machines required to meet the European Machines Directive. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc GE CNC UK ( 7 August 2002)
Data sheet printed for easy access power tool
Suitable for many nut and screw driving applications, a compact portable tool provides easy access to difficult-to-reach places.
News from Metabo ( 7 August 2002)
Roll force measurement system is retrofitable
A purpose-built roll force measurement system, for use on existing and new rolling mills, provides continuous monitoring and display of roll separating force and differential balance forces. Brochure Available
News from Vishay Nobel ( 7 August 2002)
Motor switches have fibre optic connection
Interbus-drive-shuttle motor switches are equipped with a fibre optic connector that is especially suited to applications in electromagnetic interference environments.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 7 August 2002)
Modular installation avoided bottlenecks
As part of a GBP 40 million investment in process control equipment, bottled water company Highland Spring has installed over 80 new inverters to operate conveyors and packaging machinery.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 7 August 2002)
Finance schemes ease access to capital allowances
Following the Chancellor of the Exchequer's 2002 Budget, an automation and drives supplier is promoting the financing schemes that are available through a sister fiancial operation.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 7 August 2002)
Save the operators' backs - fit power to trollies
Install a power drive on your hand pallet truck, to ease the strain of moving goods.
News from Zed Systems ( 7 August 2002)
Bluebeam Software Launches Pushbutton PDF
"Fax Killer" Software Produces PDF Drawings from Within CAD Application
News from Bluebeam Software ( 7 August 2002)
Metrology software distributorship established
A developer of open-architecture metrology and applications software suite, has reached an agreement to distribute the software in the UK.
News from Anvil MCS ( 6 August 2002)
Manufacturers say UK government performance 'poor'
The Annual Manufacturing Report, a comprehensive survey of manufacturers, will show that 90% of manufacturing establishments rate government performance as "poor".
News from The Manufacturer ( 6 August 2002)
Source provides HF or lift arc TIG starts
Microprocessor controlled power source gives advanced welding features that include high frequency or lift arc TIG starts and MMA functions and welding power of 150A. Brochure Available
News from ESAB ( 6 August 2002)
Press-in machines boost PCB productivity
Hydraulic press-in technology is increasingly replacing manually-operated pnematic devices in the attaching connectors to 'daughter' cards.
News from Harting ( 6 August 2002)
Guide helps decide over temperature sensing
Design guide is intended to assist engineers to make informed choices about suitable temperature sensing technology and highlights decision making criteria with respect to applications.
News from Peak Sensors ( 6 August 2002)
Coatings exhibit excellent non-stick properties
A UK surface coating company has signed an agreement to act as sole UK licensee for a range of tough and flexible coatings with excellent non-stick and release properties.
News from Poeton Industries ( 6 August 2002)
PROFInet Competence Centers founded in USA and EU
PROFIBUS International has founded the first PROFInet Competence Centers in the USA and Germany, offering interested end-users and device manufacturers optimum support.
News from Profibus Group ( 6 August 2002)
Pellet screener uses horizontal gyratory motion
Plastics pellet screener features a novel horizontal gyratory motion, fully visible screening surface, low maintenance and a double screening option for increased accuracy.
News from Rotex Europe ( 6 August 2002)
After market manager appointed by Rotex
Bulk handling equipment manufacturer Rotex Europe, has appointed Christian Exsteyl to the position of after market manager and will be located in Belgium.
News from Rotex Europe ( 6 August 2002)
Screener stops 'longs' pellets from passing by
Specifically designed to screen smaller volumes extremely efficiently, a new plastics pellet screener overcomes the problem of upstanding pellets (longs) passing through the screener.
News from Rotex Europe ( 6 August 2002)
Rotary joint eliminates pneumatics tube twisting
To overcome the problems normally experienced with tube twisting, when rotary movements on chip mounters or industrial robots are in progress, a new joint design has been developed.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) ( 6 August 2002)
Time Customer Service Chooses Dialogue
User Application Article Dialogue Helps Time Customer Service Deliver Personalized Communications Eight Times Faster than Previous System
News from Exstream Software ( 6 August 2002)
Elastomer buffers last the longest
High performance elastomer profile buffers offers a much greater energy absorbing capacity than other competing materials such as urethanes, rubber and even steel springs.
News from Ace Controls International ( 5 August 2002)
Microscopes ease production operators' tasks
Stereo zoom microscopes make everyday life easier for production operators at a super precision bearing manufacturer. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK ( 5 August 2002)
Fixing solutions distributorship set up
Serco Ryan has become a distribution partner for the world leading Fischer range of high quality fixing solutions.
News from Serco Ryan ( 5 August 2002)
Forecast predicts 35 revenue growth for the MPM
MPM market forecast predicts 35 percent revenue growth for the industry sector by the end of 2002, and nearly US$3 billion total MPM software and services sales by 2011.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies ( 5 August 2002)
Fixtures ensured speed to market
User Application Article Quickly designing, manufacturing and supplying bespoke fixtures kept one of Europe's largest producers of shower trays on target. Brochure Available
News from WDS ( 5 August 2002)
CNC lathe holds turned dimensions within 5 micron
Five microns maximum variation over time in the accuracy of a turned component is claimed by the Japanese lathe builder for its new, compact CNC lathe, selling at GBP 59,000
News from Yuasa Warwick Machinery ( 5 August 2002)
Get more torque without sacrificing space
Right-angle gearheads offer machine designers a compact and lightweight solution for gaining extra torque from servomotors without sacrificing space. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain ( 5 August 2002)
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