News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 November
to Saturday 16 November 2002
Free tips for reducing motion control system costs
Baldor has published Motion Intelligence, a new free newsletter focusing on trends in motion control, with a feature offering tips for reducing motion control system costs Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (15 November 2002)
Low cost drives now available up to 5HP
VLT MICRO Adjustable Frequency Drives from Danfoss Drives are now available at 5HP for 230 VAC and 460 VAC applications.
News from Danfoss Drives (15 November 2002)
Versatile new safety monitoring relays
Scientific Technologies is introducing two safety monitoring relays which offer an expandable number of outputs
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (15 November 2002)
Press proves straightforward to set up and use
User Application Article Ritherdon and Co has found its Haeger 824 WindowTouch press so straightforward to set up and use, there is very little need for training
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools (15 November 2002)
Rodless cylinder saves space but keeps capacity
SMC's new mechanically jointed rodless cylinder, series MY2H, has been designed to save space within the mounting height, without sacrificing load capacity.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (15 November 2002)
Longer bearing life through higher load ratings
Wyko has expanded its range of bearings for use in heavy-duty processing and handling applications with NSK's new EA series of high-performance spherical roller bearings. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (15 November 2002)
Manufacturing software supports all departments
FactoryMaster boasts Estimating, multi-level Bills of Material, Sales Order Processing, Purchase Ordering, Stock Control, MRP facility, Route Card Production, Shop Floor Scheduling and much more
News from FactoryMaster (14 November 2002)
More than just barfeeding on offer
Although better known for being the sole UK manufacturer and number one supplier of Short Magazine CNC Barfeeds, Hydrafeed also offer the facilities to solve non-standard application problems
News from Hydrafeed (14 November 2002)
Leak testing instrument doubles productivity
A dual-channel leak testing instrument from InterTech Development Company (IDC) doubles productivity by testing two parts simultaneously at high production-line speeds
News from Intertech Development Company (14 November 2002)
Vision gives 21CFR11 compliant product integrity
User Application Article A pharmaceutical company required a critical check performing on an aspect of its product which could affect its sterility, and ITS engineered the vision system to suit
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (14 November 2002)
Static Eliminators pass the AMD test
The Meech Static Eliminators Series 200 range, designed specifically for the electronics and semiconductor industry, has passed AMD's extensive tests for this type of equipment Brochure Available
News from Meech International (14 November 2002)
Smart weighing solution for LNG vessels
User Application Article Marco Weighing is working with Chive Fuels in the setting up of a nationwide network of Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) refuelling stations in the UK
News from Marco (14 November 2002)
Triple celebration for toolmaker
NPL Technologies recently organised a three-day event to mark a 25% expansion of the UK production facility, the majority acquisition of a major US motor industry supplier ...and its 40th annivesary
News from NPL Technologies (14 November 2002)
Reduced brightness on HMI display!
After years devising some of the brightest displays on the market, Pro-face UK is releasing the GP2400T-BR ...with reduced brightness display.
News from Pro-face UK (14 November 2002)
US firms urged to complete 2002 Economic Census
Pembroke Consulting is calling upon all wholesaler distributors and others in the supply chain to complete and return their 2002 Economic Census forms from the US Census Bureau.
News from Pembroke Consulting (14 November 2002)
Vital security feature on safety catch
Protex Fasteners has just launched the model 39-1260, a fastener with tool-operated safety catch, importantly requiring a "deliberate act" to operate it.
News from Protex Fasteners (14 November 2002)
CD-Rom more than just an introduction to Profibus
(Almost) everything you need to know about Profibus for Process applications can now be obtained on a single CD published by Profibus UK.
News from Profibus Group (14 November 2002)
Up-to-date account of polymer testing procedures
Rapra's new Handbook of Polymer Testing series aims to present an up-to-date account of polymer testing procedures which is comprehensive in covering all tests in common, and not so common, use
News from Smithers Rapra (14 November 2002)
Transducer sorts out test rig for tail-lift firm
User Application Article The originator of the vehicle-mounted tail lift turned to the internet and then to RDP Electronics for displacement transducers, load cells, amplifiers and displays for a test rig Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (14 November 2002)
African bagging installations up and running
User Application Article Richard Simon's almost legendary reputation for reliability and service has been illustrated admirably by two quite different applications in Yemen and Algeria
News from Chronos Richardson (14 November 2002)
Big Russian order for upgrading bagging equipment
User Application Article Richard Simon, in cooperation with its agent ACPE, has been successful in securing a major £300K contract with Nevinnomysskiy Azot for upgrading the bagging equipment in its fertilizer plant
News from Chronos Richardson (14 November 2002)
Stepper signal to servo motion amplifier launched
SMAC's single axis and dual axis range of servo controllers now have a stepper signal driven amplifier to complement their range. Brochure Available
News from SMAC Europe (14 November 2002)
Free trial offer for grinding wheel balancing
A new 14-day free trial offer highlighting the productivity, quality and cost saving benefits of its automatic grinding wheel balancing solutions has been launched by Coventry-based Schmitt Europe Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (14 November 2002)
Portable system for balancing rotating equipment
The SB-1700, a portable system for accurate and cost-effective balancing of rotating equipment, is the latest addition to Schmitt Europe's range of dynamic balancing solutions. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (14 November 2002)
Extended range from position transducers
Delivering extended range and rugged performance in a small package, SpaceAge Control is shipping the Series C of miniature position transducers for industrial control and factory automation
News from SpaceAge Control (14 November 2002)
Essential reading for balance and scale users
Weighing expert Sartorius has developed a Handbook of Weighing Applications, which is essential reading for anyone using Balances and Scales as part of a quality system. Brochure Available
News from Sartorius UK (14 November 2002)
Space saving design on right angle geared motor
Offering unrivalled space saving design, the new Sumitomo Cyclo Europe NEO Hyponic boasts a highly compact and modular right angle geared motor
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies (14 November 2002)
Sumitomo's new geared motor in detail
Sumitomo is about to launch the new NEO Hyponic geared motor, and this background article describes the new light weight and compact design more fully.
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies (14 November 2002)
Intrinsically safe version of Pt100 thermometer
Testo has launched an intrinsically safe version of its successful Pt100 thermometer for fast and accurate temperature measurements in hazardous areas (Zones 0, 1, 2).
News from Testo (14 November 2002)
Full PED approval for thermostatic control valves
Thermoreg Products, which manufactures industrial thermostatic control valves, has gained full Approval for the Pressure Equipment Directive modules D1 and D1+H
News from Thermoreg Products (14 November 2002)
Quickly check the validity of TUV certificates
A TUV website allows interested parties to quickly check the validity of TUV certificates, and to satisfy themselves that products comply with legal requirements
News from TUV Rheinland UK (14 November 2002)
Pipe-joining system gets welding system running
User Application Article When Peter Miles Engineering wanted to install a new pipeline to make their 8-position welding operations more productive they turned to the Wittfix patented system of joining pipes
News from Witt Gas Techniques (14 November 2002)
Northern Ireland manufacturer builds on proven ERP
User Application Article Rising demand in the market and the need to more closely match factory output to it has led Munster Simms to implement a new MAPICS enterprise resource planning (ERP) system at its Bangor factory
News from Infor (14 November 2002)
Better collaboration with the entire supply chain
MAPICS has announced general availability of its Buyer-Supplier Role Portal, a practical Web-based solution that enables manufacturers to create dynamic relationships with their suppliers
News from Infor (14 November 2002)
New press line success in Denmark
User Application Article When Scan Press A/S in Horsens, Denmark needed a new production line with a high degree of automation and a number of entirely new technical solutions, AP and T became the supplier of choice.
News from AP and T AB, Automation, Press and Tooling (14 November 2002)
Press offers top-of-the-line features
AIDA has implemented key features from its top of the line stamping equipment into its new tie-rod straightside NST Series press.
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch (13 November 2002)
British Gear Association grows in scope
The British Gear Association has announced that from January 1, 2003, it will be known as the British Mechanical Power Transmission Association.
News from British Gear Association (13 November 2002)
Low profile load cell could prove useful
Flintec is introducing a low cost, low profile, stainless steel shear beam load cell which offers exciting design possibilities for a wide range of weighing applications
News from Flintec UK (13 November 2002)
Load cells offer potential for filling machines
A new concept in single point load cells is set to bring significant changes to the design of low capacity weighing equipment.
News from Flintec UK (13 November 2002)
ATEX certification for stainless steel load cells
Flintec have gained ATEX certification for the range of stainless steel load cells under certificate KEMA 02 ATEX 1123X.
News from Flintec UK (13 November 2002)
European safety specialist opens in Australia
Many Australian companies need to comply with European legislation due to their exporting business, so machinery safety specialist Laidler Associates is opening an Australian office Brochure Available
News from Laidler Associates (13 November 2002)
E-business: manufacturers and distributors at odds
A new report indicates manufacturers and distributors face strained channel relationships as e-business makes its way into marketing channels and supply chains
News from Pembroke Consulting (13 November 2002)
SCARA robots provide better accuracy
Toshiba Machine has released two new SCARA robots, the TH-250 and TH-350, which provide better accuracy and repeatability than existing SCARAs, and offer quicker cycle times and faster motion. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (13 November 2002)
New press for utility and general purpose work
AIDA's new unitized frame straightside NSU series press is built with a massive one-piece frame to reduce elongation under full load
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch (12 November 2002)
Vehicle Inspection Application may be UK's Biggest
User Application Article A robot-enabled Cognex vision system is inspecting cross car beams for the V184 Ford Transit at the rate of 40 per hour, at the factory of Lander Automotive in Woodgate near Birmingham. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (12 November 2002)
Document management with Inventor 6 compatibility
Cyco Software is now shipping a new version of its Autodesk-Certified AutoManager Meridian and AutoManager TeamWork solutions that feature full integration with the new Autodesk Inventor 6 software
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (12 November 2002)
Big order for materials handling vehicles
Materials handling vehicle specialist Electricars has been awarded a contract to supply 80 electric vehicles to Barloworld, including tow tractors, platform trucks and road vehicles
News from Electricars (12 November 2002)
Thermography workshops to be held in the UK
Flir Systems' new top-of-the-range ThermaCAM P60 thermal imaging camera is designed to meet the requirements of the professional thermographer. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (12 November 2002)
More than materials testng software
Mecmesin's new Imperial test stands controlled by the new generation Emperor software are now available from, and supported by, a worldwide network of Agents. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (12 November 2002)
Partnerships key to successful materials handling
By forming worldwide strategic partnerships, Clyde can continue to provide first class materials handling solutions to a wide range of industries.
News from Chronos Richardson (12 November 2002)
The largest work envelope of a robot of its kind
TM Robotics has released its new SR-1204HSP SCARA robot with significant control and productivity benefits, and the largest work envelope of a robot of its kind Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (12 November 2002)
Buy-back scheme for vertical machining centres
With a growing business selling its remanufactured VMCs in the United States, machine tool builder Fadal is operating a generous buy-back scheme for its vertical machining centres
News from Matchmaker M/C (12 November 2002)
Food texture analyser is affordable
An affordable food texture analyser is designed to reduce the cost of quality testing in food manufacturing and includes routine and sophisticated texture analysis.
News from Lloyd Instruments (12 November 2002)
Certified particle size standards offered
Brookhaven offers a comprehensive range of Certified Particle Size Standards which are widely used for calibration in electron and optical microscopy.
News from Brookhaven Instruments (UK) (12 November 2002)
Quality management software introduced
User Application Article A biopharmaceutical company has selected Enterprise Quality Management Applications software to improve document management and employee training processes.
News from Pilgrim Software (12 November 2002)
Extrication collar that prevents cord damage
Stifneck* extrication collars - the original is still the best.
News from Laerdal Medical (12 November 2002)
Action video showcases the power of Kaizen
The Association for Manufacturing Excellence's AME Kaizen Blitz video takes the viewer inside an AME Kaizen Blitz event held at three different companies.
News from American Technical Publishers (11 November 2002)
Technology exchange to strengthen conveying
In a move to further strengthen its position in bulk material handling systems, Geo. Robson has concluded an agreement for technology exchange and marketing, with Norwegian company Saxlund.
News from Geo Robson and Co (conveyors) (11 November 2002)
Checking hardness down in the roots
A fixture for accurately locating hardness test points on internal gear teeth enables Rockwell tests to be made precisely and repeatedly on test areas as narrow as 1.25mm.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (11 November 2002)
Camshaft lobe hardness checked
To solve the problem of positioning camshaft lobes accurately for hardness testing a carriage style fixture supports the camshaft positively during the test.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (11 November 2002)
Hub hardness checked in one set-up
A fixture halves setting times by enabling both external and internal hardness tests to be made on drive shaft hubs without removing them from the test table.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (11 November 2002)
Hardness indenter noses into confined spaces
A fixture uses a nose mounted test indenter to reach into confined spaces in order to make hardness tests deep inside tapers such as those on toolholders in machine tools.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (11 November 2002)
Clear acrylic boards help check placement accuracy
Clear acrylic visual placement inspection boards enable alignment checks of surface mount components such as BGAs, micro BGAs, CSPs and flip chips to be made without X-ray or camera systems. Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech (11 November 2002)
Reusable assembly system reduces piece part costs
High-performance reusable assembly system delivers cost per item savings of up to 50% in high-volume high-speed production.
News from Mikron Assembly Technology (11 November 2002)
'One size fits all' features valve lockout
The new Hybrid Valve Lockout from Reece Safety is a new device specifically designed to allow any type and size of ball/gate valve to be padlocked in the 'op
News from Reece Safety Products (11 November 2002)
Non-contact thermometer takes the heat
A lightweight and compact, non-contact, thermometer is designed to measure the temperature of hot, hazardous or hard-to-reach objects, without contaminating or damaging surfaces. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (11 November 2002)
High spec travelling column MC suits mould and die
High-frequency spindles of 60,000 revs/min, feed rates of 25m/min and acceleration speeds of 1.5m/sec2 suit a travelling column, fixed table milling machine to mould and die machining.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (11 November 2002)
Fast delivery on precision parts
User Application Article Compact engine compartments often necessitate intricate designs and close tolerance manufacturing such as a bracket with integral oilways, precision cast by Norse Precision
News from Norse Precision Castings (11 November 2002)
Samsung Lathe helps Subcontractor Widen Horizons
User Application Article With the aid of a Samsung CNC lathe, supplied by Yamazen (UK), a Kirkcaldy-based subcontractor has been able to secure an increasing amount of work from the oil industry.
News from Matchmaker M/C (11 November 2002)
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