News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 15 December
to Saturday 21 December 2002
Six-axis robots to speed up moulding systems
Robots will become increasingly familiar in injection moulding processes as cycle times are reduced and post-moulding processes need to be performed more efficiently then ever before. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (20 December 2002)
Keyhole plasma makes single-pass welds in 10mm SS
A plasma welding system has been developed for the single pass keyhole welding of 10mm thick SS plates without producing significant weld defects, according to radiographic tests.
News from Arcraft Plasma Equipments (I) Pvt (20 December 2002)
Mini-piston pressure switches are accurate
Two new ranges of mini-piston pressure switches are not only compact and highly accurate, but also provide excellent vibration tolerance. Brochure Available
News from Barksdale Control Products (20 December 2002)
Temperature sensing products reliability proven
Extensive reliability studies across a wide range of their temperature sensing products will bring to market new products with statistically proven reliability.
News from Betatherm Ireland (20 December 2002)
British to clean up defence and space components
A British company has been awarded a contract to supply America's leading defence and space technology organisation with state-of-the-art component cleaning equipment.
News from Layton Technologies (20 December 2002)
Machine tool package satisfied need for precision
User Application Article It was the need to maintain high levels of flatness and parallelism within a few microns for its in-house press tooling that led Datum to buy a machine tool package including precision grinders.
News from 600 Centre (20 December 2002)
High metal removal VMC is competitively priced
Targeted at users looking for a VMC with a high and rigid build quality, capable of high metal removal with longevity of production life, the product is offered at a very competitive price.
News from 600 Centre (20 December 2002)
Tool management suite added for plastics moulders
ERP supplier infor:swan has added a complete tool management suite to infor:PLASTICS, its dedicated business management solution for plastics moulders.
News from Infor (20 December 2002)
CNC retrofitter tackles difficult lathe job
User Application Article CNC retrofit skills were fully tested when a large-capacity two-axis lathe needed a new control system and digital spindle drive integrated with its existing axis drives.
News from ACI (UK) (20 December 2002)
Linear welding system joins thin SS into tube
A linear welding system has been designed for welding stainless steel sheet, as thin as 0.1mm and thicker, into tubes or pipes of up to 500mm length.
News from Arcraft Plasma Equipments (I) Pvt (19 December 2002)
Fast toolchanger reduces machine downtime
Linear drive in the X-axis with up to 80m/min rapid traverse, 1G of acceleration in the X-, Y- and Z-axes, as well as chip-to-chip times of only 1.8 seconds - add up to a fast production VMC.
News from DMG (UK) (19 December 2002)
Hydraulics lift seventeenth century wind mill
User Application Article Lifting an entire wind mill from 1699 with all its fittings by two metres is quite something.It was done in three days, using heavy duty hydraulics.
News from Enerpac (19 December 2002)
Brochure details large range of spacers, pillars
One of the largest metric ranges of spacers, pillars and stand-offs in a broad variety of thread sizes, lengths and materials are detailed in a new brochure. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork (19 December 2002)
Dashboard mouldings static issues solved
User Application Article Any speck of dirt, inclusion or small scratch would render finished foil mouldings unacceptable, resulting in considerable wastage, which is why pulsed DC static eliminators prove their worth. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (19 December 2002)
Soluable oil is foam- and mist-free at 350,000 rpm
Even at high spindle speeds - up to 350,000 rev/min - soluble oil runs foam- and mist-free at the production site of W and H Dentalwerk Buermoos in Austria.
News from Master Chemical Europe (19 December 2002)
Software controls laser, motion and vision
Motion control software integrates laser, motion and vision software to form a complete automation solution for laser equipment integrators.
News from NanoVia (19 December 2002)
50mm stack lights are cost effective and reliable
Low-cost, 50mm diameter stack lights are ideal for applications where larger units would have been considered impractical because of their size or cost.
News from Rockwell Automation (19 December 2002)
Ultra-slim bearings fit smallest design envelopes
Ultra-Slim bearings have a 2.5mm square cross section allowing them to be used in the smallest, most confined design envelopes. Standard bore sizes range from 35mm to 170mm.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (19 December 2002)
Compact wave springs deflect more precisely
Compared with conventional springs or wavy washers, compact wave springs save space and provide more precise load deflection and characteristics.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (19 December 2002)
Cool solution solves hot paintshop problem
User Application Article Despite the installation of extractor fans, paint shop temperatures rose to 38degC and affected the surrounding factory area, until a novel solution reduced such temperatures by 6degC. Brochure Available
News from Seeley International (Europe) (19 December 2002)
Servo converter series software is compatible
Servo converter series software is fully compatible with exisiting vector controlled frequency inverters for drives at reasonable cost and for high dynamic drives.
News from Stober Drives (19 December 2002)
Educational CNC machines also suit prototyping
Low cost CNC machines bring high performance machining within the reach of schools and colleges - and yet meets the requirements for prototyping work in industry. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (19 December 2002)
Six-axis gantry robot loads lathes quickly
A new gantry loader carrying a full 6-axis articulated-arm robot allows large and/or complex shaped parts to be loaded quickly into CNC lathes.
News from Yuasa Warwick Machinery (19 December 2002)
A clean sweep made with ERP
User Application Article Innovation, focus and good IT support is a convincing recipe for success - it has doubled the size of the cleaning machine manufacturing business in just over two years.
News from Infor (19 December 2002)
New Calibration Standard for Volumetric Apparatus
ISO/EN 8655 (parts 1-6) passed their final International vote on 4th June 2002.
News from Alpha Laboratories (19 December 2002)
Range of Certifified Particle Size Standards
Brookhaven offers a range of Certified Particle Size Standards which are widely used for calibration in electron and optical microscopy, particle size aanalysis, contamination monitoring etc.
News from Brookhaven Instruments (UK) (19 December 2002)
Improved Quality Control in Car Component Welding
One of the key parameters in resistance welding, electrode force, needs to be measured and maintained accurately. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (19 December 2002)
Julabo Baths offer Temperature Stability
Julabo temperature baths offer precise temperature stability to +/-0.01C, covering wide temperature ranges from -95 C to +300 C.
News from Julabo Labortechnik (19 December 2002)
A Vital Measurement For Quality Analysis
Whether you need to measure PPM or % levels of water Metrohm has the Karl Fischer Titrator for you. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (19 December 2002)
Automation of Titration made easy
Automation now plays a vital and cost effective way of carrying out many titration tasks. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (19 December 2002)
Sira introduces a new training programme
Autumn 2002 Diary Dates - Sira introduces a new training programme for Autumn 2002.
News from Sira (19 December 2002)
Sira Sets Certification Engineer Afloat
User Application Article Sira Test and Certification's Hazardous Area Centre was recently called upon to send out a certification engineer to an FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Off-Loading) vessel in the North Sea.
News from Sira (19 December 2002)
Sira Provides Compliance To Canadian Standards
Sira Test and Certification Ltd, supplier of testing, calibration and certification services now offers compliance in Canada.
News from Sira (19 December 2002)
Monitors Gas Mixtures Easily And Accurately
The Model 542 Programmable Gas Analyser from Systech Instruments provides an accurate, simple to use method of measuring the concentration of a specific gas in another gas or mixture of gases.
News from Systech Instruments (19 December 2002)
Film Permeation Analyser Is Fast And Accurate
The Series 8000 analysers from Systech Instruments are simple to use, modular systems for the precise analysis of the oxygen permeation performance of packaging film up to 1.27 mm thick.
News from Systech Instruments (19 December 2002)
Process Gas Moisture Analyser Is Versatile
The new Series 500 Moisture Analysers from Systech Instruments combine microprocessor control with a high quality phosphorus pentoxide electrolytic sensor.
News from Systech Instruments (19 December 2002)
Ultrasonics boost productivity of turbochargers
User Application Article Productivity at Garrett Engine Boosting Systems has increased by 20 per cent following the installation of a special two-stage ultrasonic clean and dry system.
News from Kerry Ultrasonics (19 December 2002)
Learn how to use Failure Mode Effects Analysis
The latest addition to the Society of Manufacturing Engineers "Manufacturing Insights" video series is Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA).
News from American Technical Publishers (18 December 2002)
Bar feed manufacturer to sell collet chucks
Hydrafeed has been appointed as the new UK agent for the range of Full Bore collet chucks, as well as the Lexair range of collet workholding systems.
News from Hydrafeed (18 December 2002)
Automatic lathe specialist relocates
A 15% increase in business has led to the relocation of machine tool equipment specialist, Holmes UK to larger premises in East Birmingham.
News from Holmes UK (18 December 2002)
Essential MPEG4 Guide published on CD-ROM
Available now is a free MPEG4 CD-ROM Guide that contains essential information for people starting to develop MPEG4 compression applications with Texas Instruments Digital Signal Processors. Brochure Available
News from Kane Computing (18 December 2002)
Coneyors up efficiency of plastics film slitting
User Application Article When Alcan Packaging Lawson Mardon decided to improve the efficiency of their plastics film slitting hall they explored the market for a supplier of suitable conveyors. Brochure Available
News from Monk Conveyors (18 December 2002)
Small payloads positioned accurately
Miniature positioning tables are only 40mm wide and designed for precision positioning of small payloads within very small work envelopes.
News from Micromech (18 December 2002)
Shopfloor CMMs feature compact, ergonomic design
Shopfloor CNC CMMs feature a redesigned Y-axis casting to produce the optimum structure for vibration free operation. Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) (18 December 2002)
Single part fluids accurately dispensed
Automatic meter/dispense valve is designed to accurately dispense small measured volumes of lubricants or other single-component materials.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (18 December 2002)
CRM is a mindset, not an application
Customer relationship management is trendy at the moment, but like so many trendy things, it's not always clear exactly what it means.
News from SSI (18 December 2002)
Five-axis turning centre machines in one hit
User Application Article The investment in a 5 axis multi tasking CNC turning centre by E D S Engineering gives it the ability to produce the most complex, precision engineered components machined in a single set-up. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (18 December 2002)
Open House event generates enthusiasm
Visitors to Yamazaki Machinery UK recent Open House event and manufacturing plant gave an enthusiastic response to Nexus turning machines and vertical machining centres. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (18 December 2002)
Managing new product introduction processes
User Application Article Three manufacturers will manage their new product introduction processes by using bom.com to organize complete product definition information, communicate more effectively and control data.
News from bom.com (17 December 2002)
Precision machining service hits the mark
Damaged sprockets, gears, clutches and couplings are repaired or replaced quickly using a rapid response machining service for the supply of urgently required parts. Brochure Available
News from Cross + Morse (17 December 2002)
Software helped students build better racing car
User Application Article The "Formula Student Team" at Warwick University, in Coventry, UK, used Delcam's PS-Team task management system to help them build a better racing car. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (17 December 2002)
VMC improves toolmaking surface finish
User Application Article Improved machined finish combined with shorter cutting cycles have resulted from the installation of a machining centre at a Yorkshire toolmaking company. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (17 December 2002)
Companies are responding slowly to SCM benefits
Supply chain management survey reveals companies slow to respond to customer needs and companies are failing to use Internet for SCM, despite the need to satisfy customer demands.
News from Imark Communications (17 December 2002)
Mark and code products permanently
Permanent marking and coding solutions are used by many manufacturers to comply with statutory requirements, QA and traceability.
News from Imaje UK (17 December 2002)
CNC punch press chosen of ease of set-up
User Application Article Producing over 30,000 electrical enclosures a month for consumer-type circuit protection equipment a manufacturer saught an easy to set up and accurate CNC punch press.
News from LVD (UK) (17 December 2002)
Sliding head autos increase 'one-hit' capability
Ever-greater flexibility for setting 'one-hit' production methods and increasing productivity on up to 32mm diameter mill/turn type components feature the latest sliding head auto developments. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (17 December 2002)
Flexible cell machines camshaft carriers
User Application Article A cell of eight Okuma machining centres - comprising four MA40 horizontal-spindle models and four MX45 verticals - is being used to machine 200,000 camshaft carriers per year. Brochure Available
News from NCMT (17 December 2002)
VMC has higher rigidity, faster acceleration
Higher levels of rigidity, fast acceleration and rapid traverse rates for spindle positioning and simultaneous five-axis operation feature a modular nachining centre for wet or dry machining.
News from StarragHeckert UK (17 December 2002)
LM guides have minimum dimensions
Two new miniature LM guides have minimal dimensions of just 8mm wide and 4mm deep and makes them ideal for compact machines and in particular medical apparatus and instrumentation.
News from THK UK (17 December 2002)
ABB appoints new Scottish Motor Service Partner
ABB has appointed EDC (Electronic Drives and Controls), in Dalry, south of Glasgow, as the new ABB Motor Service Partner for Scotland.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (16 December 2002)
ABB launches energy saving hotline
ABB has launched a dedicated energy hotline, on 0700 226 6722, to support users seeking to improve energy efficiency using motors and drives.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (16 December 2002)
Highly reliable motor intended for process use
A new motor designed for high reliability, targeted at the process industry, has been launched by ABB.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (16 December 2002)
Inverter power sources work under dusty conditions
A full range of IGBT controlled inverter welding power sources in current ranges from 3 to 160 amps DC, 5 to 200 amps DC, 5 to 300 amps DC and 5 to 400 amps operates under hot, dusty conditions.
News from Arcraft Plasma Equipments (I) Pvt (16 December 2002)
Production tooling software used extensively
User Application Article PC-based, 2D mechanical engineering design software for production tooling is being used by different engineers for the design of press and mould tools, jigs, fixtures and gauges.
News from CADlogic (16 December 2002)
Co-view and co-markup all supported formats
Online real-time visualization and collaboration for 2D/3D CAD, EDA and office documents allows users to co-view and co-markup all supported formats simultaneously over the Web.
News from Cimmetry Systems (16 December 2002)
Food approved lubricants range expanded
Dow Corning's UK and Ireland Channel Partner, RW Greeff has announced the launch of the extended Molykote range of food approved industrial lubrication products and services.
News from Dow Corning (16 December 2002)
Turbine maker goes for Web-based collaboration
Turbine maker selects Web-based collaboration tools to link it and its suppliers in Web-based, real-time collaborative product development environment.
News from EDS, PLM Solutions (16 December 2002)
High tonnage cylinders move heavy loads
A new range of single and double acting high tonnage hydraulic cylinders offer lifting capacities of 50 to 1000 tons.
News from Enerpac (16 December 2002)
Using air to drive hydraulics
Compressed air of 6 to 7 bar can be used to drive a small air motor to generate hydraulic pressure up to 700 bar.
News from Enerpac (16 December 2002)
Major changes made to electric steam boiler range
Electric steam boiler range has been upgraded to conform to the latest European Directive and carries CE certification.
News from Fulton Boiler Works (16 December 2002)
Site covers British Engineers and Entrepreneurs
If you're looking for concise information on the people who helped make the United Kingdom an industrial powerhouse then this is the site for you.
News from GSN Machine Tools (16 December 2002)
Ballscrews provide higher driving forces
For arduous applications where a belt-driven linear motion system does not provide the required accuracy or load capacity, a ballscrew driven heavy duty system provides higher driving forces. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (16 December 2002)
Spindles offer high accuracy and running stability
Used throughout the machine tool industry for over 70 years, spindles for precision as well as high speed processing applications offer high accuracy and absolute stability of rotational speed.
News from Jena Rotary Technology (16 December 2002)
Even faster stock picker developed
Using new materials and technologies, an even faster, more space efficient stock picking and replenishing system that delivers significant additional benefits has been developed.
News from Kardex Systems (16 December 2002)
Rodless cylinders work smoothly at low speed
Pneumatic rodless cylinders, offer space saving benefits over standard pneumatic cylinders, smooth slow speed operation, very low leakrates, minimal breakout pressure and extended cushioning.
News from KV (16 December 2002)
Packaging technology is also safer
A packaging technology that replaces the traditional practice of delivering materials to production line by Fork Lift Truck focuses on providing a safer working environment.
News from LINPAC Materials Handling (16 December 2002)
Switch limits machine access to authorised persons
A solenoid tongue switch features a trapped key adaptor mounted between the solenoid release and the bolt actuator, allowing only authorised personnel to access the guarded machine.
News from Mistura Systems (16 December 2002)
Polymer coatings protect high Si aluminium alloys
Modified polymer coatings offer significantly increased corrosion protection when applied to aluminium alloys with a high silicon content.
News from Poeton Industries (16 December 2002)
Gasket cutting facility suits one-off or volume
An improved in-house gasket cutting capability offers prototype or large production runs of punched silicone gaskets to customer drawings in a wider choice of materials and cut forms.
News from Samco Silicone Products (16 December 2002)
Machines balance precision components
Precision component balancing machines from Universal Balancing is the latest addition to the range of vibration control solutions offered by Schmitt Europe. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (16 December 2002)
EU excellence initiative wins contracts
Sim-Serv and Max-Serv, the EU initiatives to bring manufacturing excellence to European companies, have announced that nine industrial contracts are now underway.
News from Sim-Serv (16 December 2002)
Improving process plant automation
To allow the timely delivery of quality data for monitoring purposes and to ensure process integrity a software solution interfaces SampleManager LIMS with OSIsoft PI System. Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (16 December 2002)
CNC flat bed lasers bring in new work
User Application Article The speed and power of two new CNC flat bed laser cutting machines have opened up a wealth of new opportunities for Liverpool-based subcontractor 5750 Components. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (16 December 2002)
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