News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 December
to Saturday 14 December 2002
Buckle assembly system a 'snap' for feeding
User Application Article The first week in December, 2002, saw the run-off, approval and shipment of a small automated station designed to feed and assemble a two piece plastic buckle assembly.
News from Action Feed Systems (13 December 2002)
SRM solutions enhance PLM
PLM software helps organisations share product information with buyers to assist in supplier selection and enhance management of supplier and subcontractor relationships.
News from SSA Global (13 December 2002)
Chucking lathe cranks up production by 50%
User Application Article The installation of a chucking lathe at a crankshaft manufacturing specialist has enabled its overall productivity to be increased by around 50 per cent.
News from Colchester-Harrison (13 December 2002)
Rugged gearmotors suit harsh industrial usage
Rugged, dust-proof three-phase gearmotors, that comply with NEMA MG 1, IEC 34-1 and CSA C22.2 100, satisfy nearly any harsh, industrial application.
News from Danfoss Drives (13 December 2002)
Bring parts along for sampling finishing technique
Precision part makers seeking the perfect finish for small machined and pressed parts at the UK's Southern Manufacturing Show are encouraged to bring along samples for processing.
News from Finishing Techniques (13 December 2002)
Bar support unit allows lathes to run longer bar
Bar support unit enables all lathes to run bars much longer than headstock length, with the bar supported by it, and which rotates at exactly the same speed as the lathe spindle.
News from Hydrafeed (13 December 2002)
Quick action fixture speeds up hardness testing
User Application Article A special quick action fixture has solved the problem of securing large curved surfaces for hardness testing of spades and shovels.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (13 December 2002)
Trapped key interlocks protect warehouse workers
User Application Article Trapped key interlocks will keep employees safe from automatic stacker cranes in aisles and restrict, and keep safe, access to the crane aisles, and control of the cranes.
News from Mistura Systems (13 December 2002)
Spatter shield reduces welding down time
By atomising a unique fluid into the shielding gas flow, an in-line system reduces the effect of spatter adhesion, on the business end of the MIG torch, and the surrounding welded area.
News from Orbita Welding Systems (13 December 2002)
Compact bag placer exceeds 15 bags/minute
Believed to be the fastest UK designed machine of its type on the market, this open mouth bag placer takes up little floor space and runs at speeds in excess of fifteen bags per minute.
News from Pacepacker Services (13 December 2002)
EdgeCAM approved for Solid Edge
Pathtrace has announced that EDS PLM Solutions has approved EdgeCAM as a "Certified Select Product" for Solid Edge (registered) version 12.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (13 December 2002)
Inhouse need lead to plastics fabrication division
Requirement for corrosion resistant pump bedplates which, while obtainable from outside sources, were found to be expensive so this company set up its own plastics fabrication division.
News from Precision Pipework (13 December 2002)
New Profibus technical description downloaded free
A new 42-page brochure entitled "Profibus Technology and Application" is now available for download free of charge as a pdf-file on www.profibus.
News from Profibus Group (13 December 2002)
Safety contact strips enhance safeguarding
Safety contact strips feature moulded end caps as well as wiring plugs that are inserted directly into the safety contact for simplified assembly.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (13 December 2002)
Power press builder names UK sales manager
Aida has named Christopher Wale Sales Manager for the UK. He will develop and implement strategies to increase sales for the UK and continue to enhance customer awareness of Aiada's products.
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch (12 December 2002)
Second power press newsletter is available
AIDA Engineering has introduced its second edition of Pressing Matters that puts a variety of technology tips and application stories at the fingertips of manufacturers.
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch (12 December 2002)
Low cost control and monitoring offers SCADA too
Integrated control and monitoring system offers a versatile, low-cost alternative to conventional SCADA systems and provides complete SCADA, PLC and networking functionality.
News from Controlstar Systems (12 December 2002)
Recorders get pocket PC interface capability
Full security and traceability included to 21CFR11 standard feature data acquisition products that can be remotely monitored and controlled using an HP / Compaq IPAQ Pocket PC or PDA.
News from Eurotherm (12 December 2002)
Colour coded labels ease picking and delivery
User Application Article An innovative colour-coded labelling system has helped improve product picking and delivery efficiency for a London-based kitchen manufacturer.
News from GSM Printer and Label Systems (12 December 2002)
Product-tracking software ups production
Production line efficiency has been taken a step forward with the launch of product-tracking software that produces all reports required to run a lean manufacturing process.
News from GSM Printer and Label Systems (12 December 2002)
Interface unit suits any test rig
A new intelligent programmable print controller unit is specifically designed to suit any test rig system used by a manufacturer.
News from GSM Printer and Label Systems (12 December 2002)
Digital pressure sensors offer 0.1% accuracy
Digital output pressure sensors offer precision measurement in standardised sensor housings. 12 or 14 bit digital serial outputs provide superior offset, span and linearity characteristics.
News from Sensortechnics UK (12 December 2002)
Machining CAM expansion planned
Following its acquisition of the machining STRATEGIST CAM from NC Graphics, Vero has opened a new Technology Centre at Histon near Cambridge, UK, for its STRATEGIST development team.
News from Vero International Software (12 December 2002)
Extensive range of fasteners made available
A comprehensive stock of 80,000 fasteners and fixing products is now being offered through a UK nationwide network of 140 branches. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (12 December 2002)
Cimmetry Ships Autovue 17
Cimmetry Systems has announced the release of AutoVue 17.
News from Cimmetry Systems (12 December 2002)
Book addresses 'real factory' challenges
Creating Mixed Model Value Streams: Practical Lean Techniques for Building to Demand, addresses the challenges of high-mix manufacturing.
News from American Technical Publishers (11 December 2002)
Modular workstation gives flexibility
Equipped with a large 15-inch TFT LCD display a modular workstation has a three-card cage to give a 14-slot expansion capability for maximum flexibility in a wide range of applications. Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (11 December 2002)
Check silo and vessel levels on the Web
A leading manufacturer of silos and vessels has launched an online monitoring system that enables users to access stock information from any where in the world and from any PC with a web browser.
News from Braby (11 December 2002)
Mechanical interlock saves production time
A dual action mechanical interlock from provides positive interlocking for the safeguarding of operators, and saves valuable production time by letting guard doors be slammed positively shut.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (11 December 2002)
Radio controlled crane ordered for car plant
The modernisation team at Konecranes UK have paved the way for a replacement/upgraded crane order from Jaguar Cars at Halewood.
News from Konecranes (UK) (11 December 2002)
Temperature Controllers are accurate and versatile
Versatile temperature controllers have a communication option that offers the ability to connect up to 31 units on a RS485 network and have a host controller, using the Modbus protocol.
News from Panasonic Electric Works UK (11 December 2002)
Optical and mechanical techniques check precisely
The combination of video, laser and touch probe technology is used for the precise surface finish and dimensional measurement of components and devices used in the medical industry.
News from OGP UK (11 December 2002)
Coatings solves sticky packaging problem
User Application Article A specialised coating has helped solve a sticky packaging problem for one of the world's top-ten suppliers of consumer packaging and thin wall plastic containers for the food industry.
News from Poeton Industries (11 December 2002)
Website gives low-down on CMM selection and use
A UK based independent CMMS consultancy has recently re-launched its web site that contains downloadable free information on CMMS selection and implementation.
News from Perspective CMMS (11 December 2002)
Heavy duty benefits brought to small valves
Small quarter-turn pneumatic actuators, enable the proven benefits of larger, heavy duty scotch yoke actuator designs to be applied to the operation of valves as small as 25mm.
News from Serck Control and Safety (11 December 2002)
Pneumatics website is up and running
SMC Pneumatics (UK) has launched its new web site, which will be updated weekly, and incorporates new product information, as well as access to downloadable pdf catalogue files and direct links.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (11 December 2002)
Non-linear error correction is major factor
User Application Article As well as being reliable and very user-friendly, the Acu-Rite/Quadra-Chek technology deals with non-linear error correction, which is another factor that sets it apart, says a user.
News from Acu-Rite (10 December 2002)
Eliminator wrapped up food packing static problem
When a food arapping facility experienced productivity problems, the cause was tracked down to static in the wrapping films - quickly solved by using a static eliminator system. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (10 December 2002)
Accurate collet chuck helps machine thin discs
User Application Article The accuracy and reliability of a collet-style chuck enabled the highly accurate machining of 'discs' and secured an overseas order for the machine tool supplier concerned.
News from Leader Chuck Systems (10 December 2002)
M-C produces complex machined plastics parts
Latest acquisition in an on-going investment in CNC machine tools at a plastics machining comoany is a Cincinnati FTV 840 machining centre for undertaking the most complex work.
News from Nylacast (10 December 2002)
A free course offered in orbital welding
A manufacturer of orbital arc welding systems is offering a free orbital welding course to anybody who has an interest in orbital welding in the UK.
News from Orbimatic (10 December 2002)
Panel-mounted display provides local information
Compact message display, suitable for mounting on the front of machinery control panels, instantly alerts operators to alarms and other key production information.
News from Rockwell Automation (10 December 2002)
Strategic alliance to increase cleaning business
AMA Group - leading manufacturers and suppliers of surface treatment and dry cleaning machines - has formed a strategic alliance with cleaning companies Lindus and Dollmar.
News from Virotec (10 December 2002)
Third CNC saw blade grinder added
User Application Article Central Scotland's largest saw doctor has installed its third CNC saw blade grinder in response to customer demand.
News from Walter GB (10 December 2002)
Labels applied with accuracy at high speed
High speeds and accuracy were stipulated when a label manufacturer began looking for a new label applicator to apply labels to promotional material.
News from Advanced Labelling Systems ( 9 December 2002)
Victrex appoints new commercial director
Victrex has announced the appointment of Blair Souder to the board as Commercial Director. He has over fifteen years experience in the global plastics industry.
News from Victrex ( 9 December 2002)
High temperature polymer used in connectors
User Application Article A leading manufacturer of specialty seals and high precision engineered plastic components, has specified a high temperature polymer as the base for its connector mouldings.
News from Victrex ( 9 December 2002)
Narrow footprint twin spindle M-C doubles output
Productivity is doubled and costs almost halved by the new, true twin spindle horizontal machining centres that can operate on two separate fixtures simultaneously. Brochure Available
News from Heller Machine Tools ( 9 December 2002)
Flexible jaw couplings transmit high torque
The inclusion of a flexible and resilient polyurethane element between aluminium hubs allows flexible jaw couplings to transmit high torque with little or no backlash. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork ( 9 December 2002)
Hardness test system uses video and computer
User Application Article A motor sport transmission specialist Xtrac is the first to install video camera assisted, computer aided, Vickers hardness machines to testcase depths and hardnesses of alloy steel test pieces.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines ( 9 December 2002)
Mold design software speeds design-to-production
A new release of simulation software, for optimising part and mould design for injection moulded plastics, identifies and solves problems faster and speeds up design-to-production process.
News from Moldflow Vertriebs ( 9 December 2002)
Extensive micro and machine screw range widened
Socket button and socket countersunk types are the latest additions to an extensive range of micro screws and machine screws.
News from Precision Technology Supplies ( 9 December 2002)
Powder coat booth can change colours quickly
The most significant advantage of a new automatic powder coating booth is that it allows the exceptionally fast change from light to dark colours, or vice versa, in six to ten minutes.
News from Exel Industrial UK ( 9 December 2002)
Electronic lathe frees up CNC production machines
The installation of an 'electronic' lathe has saved up to a third in machining times over previous methods for copper welding arms and released CNC machines for higher volume work.
News from StarragHeckert UK ( 9 December 2002)
Twin spindle CNC lathes improve quality, accuracy
User Application Article Acquisition of a pair of twin-spindle CNC lathes has brought significant improvements in production flexibility, quality, accuracy and lead time at Floform, Welshpool.
News from Yuasa Warwick Machinery ( 9 December 2002)
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