News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 1 September
to Saturday 7 September 2002
Keeping employees on the straight and narrow
Disciplinary procedures are the biggest concern for UK business owners according to research by a UK management consulting group, closely followed by employee absence and redundancy.
News from Croner Consulting ( 6 September 2002)
All major styles of spindle nose tooling offered
Spindle nose tooling, encompassing all major front and back end styles, offers exceptional accuracy and quality at a highly competitive price.
News from Crawford Collets ( 6 September 2002)
Specialist fastener makers form sales group
An innovative fastener distribution company has been set up to offer the services and products of a specialist group of small to medium-sized established fastener distributors.
News from Fastener Network ( 6 September 2002)
EU supports online assessment of excellence
A new EU-sponsored initiative has been announced that is intended to help European process manufacture gear-up to operate at world class levels in terms of manufacturing excellence.
News from MAX-SERV ( 6 September 2002)
Safety brochure informs on machines and processes
Scientific Technologies has introduced its free 2002-2003 Overview Guide to Machine and Process Safety Solutions.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 6 September 2002)
Continuous investment in CNC is the growth recipe
User Application Article The purchase of a CNC panel bender in 2001 followed by the arrival of a new generation CNC combined punch shear in March 2002 has made this sub contractor a force to be reckoned with.
News from Salvagnini UK and Ireland ( 6 September 2002)
Five-axis M-C ups Inconel machining productivity
By using a five-axis machining centre, a subcontractor was able to increase productivity five-fold when machining components, including Inconel, for a large commercial gas turbine.
News from Toyoda Mitsui Europe UK ( 6 September 2002)
Precise metering pumps dose abrasive slurries
Delivering linear flow with excellent repeatability and accuracy for precise dosing applications, metering pumps suit harsh abrasive slurries and shear sensitive fluids among others.
News from Wanner Engineering ( 6 September 2002)
DIN rail boxes mounted vertically
DIN rail mounting vertical boxes, for use with 5.0, 5.08, 7.5 and 7.62mm pitch plug-in terminal blocks, feature cover plates to accept up to 12 ways of terminal blocks on each of three sides.
News from Camden Electronics ( 5 September 2002)
Do not confine engineering to the design office
How to take engineering outside of the design office to deliver tangible benefits for manufacturer and customer.
News from DriveWorks ( 5 September 2002)
Knowledge based solution can be tried out at show
A proven knowledge based engineering solution that enables SolidWorks users to easily capture product design rules and create customized, design to order products.
News from DriveWorks ( 5 September 2002)
Joint effort focuses on digitising manufacturing
End-to-end software solution for digitising manufacturing will be based on open platform and a 'best-in-class' manufacturing process management solution.
News from EDS, PLM Solutions ( 5 September 2002)
Knowledge-based software streamlines moulds
A precision mould tools maker has realised significant productivity gains and streamlined its mould tool manufacturing thanks to the use of knowledge-based software.
News from EDS, PLM Solutions ( 5 September 2002)
Novel meter measures low pressure gas flow
The design problem of achieving economic flow measurement for low pressure gases, typically met on methane or sour gas monitoring from digesters, has now been solved.
News from Influx Measurements ( 5 September 2002)
Encapsulating electronics with polymer compound
The encapsulation of ignition distributors requires special materials and a dispensing system with precision temperature controls and exact material metering.
News from Kern-Liebers USA ( 5 September 2002)
Encapsulating ignition distributors
User Application Article Encapsulating ignition distributors requires special materials and a dispensing system with precision temperature controls and exact material metering.
News from Kern-Liebers USA ( 5 September 2002)
High stripping power expands turret punch forming
A die, that features up to five times greater stripping power increases thick turret punch press forming capabilities, produces extrusions and other punched forms not previously possible. Brochure Available
News from Mate Precision Tooling ( 5 September 2002)
Control panels designed for drives and motion
Cost effective and versatile operator panels are especially designed for motion and control applications providing text and graphics applications in industrial settings.
News from Micromech ( 5 September 2002)
Orbital welding equipment maker opens UK office
Manufacturer of automatic orbital arc welding equipment has opened a UK office in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
News from Orbimatic ( 5 September 2002)
Coating equipment company relocates
The UK arm of the company that originated the electrostatic spraying process in 1966 - has just completed its move to a new UK headquarters building in Alton, Hampshire.
News from Exel Industrial UK ( 5 September 2002)
Dry spraying produces better quality finish
User Application Article Better quality finish and elimination of paint re-touching after assembly have been realised by an agricultural equipment manufacturer since replacing wet coating with dry spraying.
News from Exel Industrial UK ( 5 September 2002)
Bulk bag discharger adds 'cone' of sanitation
A new bulk bag unloading station incorporates cone valve technology that combines a higher level of discharging sanitation with increased operator safety and easier operation.
News from Spiroflow ( 5 September 2002)
Desoldering guns intended for static environments
Professional quality desoldering guns, including models designed for solder removal operations in static sensitive environments, meet the requirements of BS IEC 61340 Pt.1 - 1998.
News from TBA Electro Conductive Products ( 5 September 2002)
Compact package test device connects to computers
A new package test device connects to any computer's standard USB port and performs a variety of non-destructive tests on foil pouches, plastic pouches and bags, vials, and containers.
News from Adar Corporation, Test Faster Division ( 4 September 2002)
Plastics industry robotic partnership set up
ABB has announced a new partnership with a top name in the plastics industry, Hi-Tech Automation, which provides automated solutions to the plastics industry. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 4 September 2002)
Power press builder opens French sales office
A leader in the design and development of metalforming solutions has opened a new sales and support office in Paris, France.
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch ( 4 September 2002)
Videos teach about value stream mapping for lean
Free demo videos are available to manufacturers who want to learn more about value stream mapping - a process for managing their entire lean manufacturing transformation.
News from American Technical Publishers ( 4 September 2002)
Lighter framed motors are also lower in cost
Aluminium IEC-frame AC electric motors, provide substantial weight savings compared with cast iron frame alternatives, together with reduced costs. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK ( 4 September 2002)
Valve terminals merge with fieldbus
A series of compact valve terminals feature integrated fieldbus connectivity and are designed to reduce the number of components required to simplify installation. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 4 September 2002)
Flexible touch screens provide monitoring clarity
Terminals provide fully graphic display with the user friendliness of a touch screen for a comprehensive view into real-time control and monitoring of automation tasks.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK ( 4 September 2002)
Get easy and flexible data collection
Easy and flexible data collection from various production machines to information management systems can be obtained via Ethernet serial devices.
News from Pro-face UK ( 4 September 2002)
Blue-mode makes screen viewing easier
Operator Interfaces are used in a variety of locations and often the screen can be difficult to read due to bright ambient light conditions. Blue mode screens should ease the problem.
News from Rockwell Automation ( 4 September 2002)
Data sheets highlight busbar trunking benefits
The many advantages and benefits of busbar trunking are detailed in five new technical datasheets.
News from Merlin Gerin, Schneider Electric ( 4 September 2002)
Safety units connect directly to fieldbus cable
A revolution in fieldbus technology is claimed with the introduction of safety equipment that connects directly to the yellow AS-I cable without the need for an intermediate input module.
News from Schmersal UK ( 4 September 2002)
Retractable clamp eases access, speeds cleaning
An innovative clamp easily retracts with one hand to permit the speedy, easy removal and re-connection of covers, doors, panels and hoods from machinery and equipment.
News from Witte Company ( 4 September 2002)
Electronics company signs up in USA
SMTEK Europe, a Northern Ireland-based electronics manufacturing company has signed a GBP 1.8 million strategic alliance to develop diagnostic equipment for a new US partner.
News from Trade Partners UK ( 4 September 2002)
Portable deburring tool uses twin blade system
A twin blade tool system in a portable tool is designed to machine straight or rounded edges, as well as inside and outside contours, to remove burrs quickly, safely and cleanly. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf ( 4 September 2002)
Website details valves and actuators
Worcester Controls has launched an updated and user-friendly website providing unprecedented levels of detail on a range of ball valves and Norbro actuators.
News from Worcester Controls (Flowserve Flow Control) ( 4 September 2002)
Mercury vapour analyser checks exhausted lamps
The Jerome 431-X mercury vapour analyser uses a patented gold film sensor as the basis for its detection system.
News from Able Instruments and Controls ( 4 September 2002)
Measuring heat and moisture exchanger efficiency
User Application Article Able Instruments and Controls has worked successfully with a major HME manufacturer to assess product efficiency.
News from Able Instruments and Controls ( 4 September 2002)
Dynamic signal analysers for vibration and more
SmartOffice dynamic signal analysers are used for multichannel analysis of vibration, acoustics and other phenomena.
News from M+P International ( 4 September 2002)
Flow and mass flow instrumentation packages
The Tribar is a fully integrated flow meter for liquid and gas flow measurement.
News from Torbar Flowmeters ( 4 September 2002)
Control system makes CNC milling easy to use
User Application Article Thanks to a powerful, user-friendly two-axis control system and precision glass linear encoders, a miller is able to play a key role in EDM electrode production.
News from Acu-Rite ( 3 September 2002)
Book sets the standard for standard work!
'Standard Work for the Shopfloor'is a set of work procedures that combines people, materials, and machines to maintain quality, efficiency, safety, and predictability in manufacturing.
News from American Technical Publishers ( 3 September 2002)
Delcam and DMG link up for free 5-axis workshops
CADCAM developer Delcam and machine tool supplier DMG are to join forces for a series of free 5-axis machining workshops aimed at companies looking to to invest in this technology. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 3 September 2002)
Wide range of arc welding equipment described
As well as describing a comprehensive range of MIG, MAG and FCW welding equipment, a new brochure contains information about the compatible wire feed units and MIG torches. Brochure Available
News from ESAB ( 3 September 2002)
Sheet metal stamping simulation is integrated
Second generation of stamping simulation software offers a novel collaborative environment from die design feasibility to process validation and optimisation.
News from ESI Group ( 3 September 2002)
Boiler heats up the brew
User Application Article One of only a few microbreweries in the UK capable of producing both lager and real ale - has installed a 15J vertical steam boiler to provide heat for the brewing process and cask cleaning.
News from Fulton Boiler Works ( 3 September 2002)
Conveyorised system cleans tote bins and trays
With the introduction of a conveyorised wash and dry system, reusable tote bins and trays can now be thoroughly cleaned and dried, getting rid of production stains, oils, contaminants and odours. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International ( 3 September 2002)
Blast cleaner uses less abrasive
A new high-performance blast-cleaning system which greatly reduces abrasive usage in removing thick and difficult coatings, uses the principles of jet engine technology to propel abrasives.
News from Hodge Clemco ( 3 September 2002)
Finishing system removes production bottlenecks
A specially designed finishing system with heated paint application has reduced paint usage by 15 per cent, improved working conditions and increased throughput for a container manufacturer.
News from Hodge Clemco ( 3 September 2002)
Running manufacturing systems on the Internet
Engineers accustomed to using the Internet as a research and communications tool can now take the process a step further and reside machines as nodes on the Internet. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco ( 3 September 2002)
Converter avoids framegrabber
For people who want to stream analogue NTSC/PAL video into PCs and laptops, where plugging in a framegrabber is not possible or not preferred, a converter does the job. Brochure Available
News from Kane Computing ( 3 September 2002)
Useful tips and techniques given for punching
Information on complete punch press tooling systems is published in a catalogue that includes specification detail and application criteria to make the selection process easy. Brochure Available
News from Mate Precision Tooling ( 3 September 2002)
Interfaces link digital gauges into LANs
Believed to be the first and only interfaces that feature the ability to interface digital gages and serial devices onto local area networks a new series offers extensive user configurability.
News from MicroRidge Systems ( 3 September 2002)
No backing pad eases portable grinding work
Eliminating the backing pad and tapered flange nut from portable grinding wheel securement results in a lighter unit to ease operator control and comfort and reduce fatigue.
News from Metabo ( 3 September 2002)
Safer hose coupling has higher flow rate
A new design of compressed air, anti hose whip, coupling requires only 50% of the connection /disconnection force of previous models and provides a 20% higher flow rate. Brochure Available
News from Staubli UK (Connectors) ( 3 September 2002)
Electronics maintenance contract awarded
Wyko Industrial Services' recently established Electronic Repairs Division has won a major maintenance contract to repair and asset manage industrial electronics at a major food processor. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK ( 3 September 2002)
Leak tester incorporates process monitor
More powerful software, process drift alarms, and Ethernet communication are key trends shaping production leak testers.
News from Adar Corp ( 3 September 2002)
Speedy checkweighers keep fruit lines running
User Application Article Ishida has devised a method of using checkweighers to provide faster, more accurate weighing of strawberries for The Greenery, one of Europe's leading fresh produce companies.
News from Ishida Europe ( 3 September 2002)
Acquisition boosts current probe range
Following several years of working closely together, LEM has acquired the majority shareholding in Universal Technic.
News from LEM UK ( 3 September 2002)
Rail industry test services on display
TUV Product Service will demonstrate its extensive capability to meet the testing requirement of the rail industry at Railtex 2002.
News from TUV Product Service ( 3 September 2002)
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