News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 February
to Saturday 8 February 2003
Fixed and sliding head designs combined
A two spindle CNC automatic lathe combines many of the benefits of a sliding head machine with fixed head machine design to provide a high surface finish and close tolerance machining capability. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK ( 7 February 2003)
Ease of use and high reliability sold the autos
User Application Article The appeal of these sliding head CNC automatics was based on their comparative ease of use and the promise of high reliability and has been borne out in practice, says the user.
News from Star Micronics GB ( 7 February 2003)
Advanced production line opened for drives
An advanced production line for variable speed drives has been officially opened in Helsinki, by Finnish President Tarja Halonen.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) ( 6 February 2003)
Valves are compatible with Profibus and AS-i
User Application Article Burkert Fluid Control Systems has supplied Johnson Matthey with Profibus and AS-i compatible valves for one of the largest Profibus network systems in the UK. Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems ( 6 February 2003)
38% of UK firms relocate production overseas
A business outlook survey finds that 38% of UK manufacturers increased the proportion of total output produced overseas during 2002, in a bid to cut costs under worsening economic conditions.
News from Cap Gemini Ernst and Young ( 6 February 2003)
Fuel tank steel meets environmental legislation
A lead-free metallic-coated steel helps vehicle builders develop emission-free fuel tanks that meet not only future environmental legislation but also end-of-life recycling targets. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) ( 6 February 2003)
Versatile granulitic feeder has variable feedrate
An extremely versatile vibratory feeder, for feeding and metering dry powders and granules, has a controlled and fully variable feed rate, is dust-tight and water-resistant. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe ( 6 February 2003)
Easy to use software aimed at small manufacturers
Tailored to small manufacturers, an inexpensive, easy-to-use software package includes standard forms and modules to run both office and shop.
News from Freedom Applications ( 6 February 2003)
Reference torque transducer helps achieve ISO 9000
A reference torque transducer has been designed to ensure traceability of measurements as part of the ISO 9000 certification. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK ( 6 February 2003)
Industry reps wanted for new metals advisory group
The National Metals Technology Centre (NAMTEC) is inviting industry representatives to join a new advisory council which will help shape the future of the UK metals industry.
News from National Metals Technology Centre ( 6 February 2003)
Portable measuring arm replaces CMM
User Application Article Needing a more versatile and portable measuring solution which could be easily taken to a variety of work locations, an airframe manufacturer replaced a CMM with a portable measuring arm.
News from OGP UK ( 6 February 2003)
Steel maker gains QS 9000 certification
Awarded the quality certificate QS 9000, Ovako Steel says it opens up the prospect of increased business within the automotive industry.
News from Ovako Steel AB ( 6 February 2003)
SS socket set screws are available ex-stock
Socket set screws have been added to a comprehensive range of stainless steel fasteners.
News from Precision Technology Supplies ( 6 February 2003)
Restructured polymer specialist broadens out
Independent polymer specialist, Rapra Technology, has restructured and relaunched its membership schemes to open up industry access and to share its research research and information expertise.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 6 February 2003)
Sawing machine company takes over UK agent
The Kasto Group of Germany has acquired the majority shareholding of Rivers Machinery and have taken over responsibility for the day to day administration of the company.
News from Kasto ( 6 February 2003)
Improving connectivity for machine programming
Tecnomatix Technologies and Fuji Machine Manufacturing Company, are working to provide existing Fujicam customers with a seamless connection to Fuji SMT equipment.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies ( 6 February 2003)
Power on - weld spatter gone
Because electromagnetic forces in a cleaner system remove the spatter from welding torch nozzles there is no need to use mechanical milling or reaming devices that might damage the nozzles.
News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 February 2003)
Deal ups torque levels in gearhead and servomotors
A trading partnership combines the best in precision gearhead and servomotor technology in a package that provides automation users with much improved torque for machinery applications. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain ( 6 February 2003)
Working Relationships Are Key to Customer Loyalty
User Application Article Northern Precision is one of the leading suppliers in Europe for fasteners, special turned and cold formed parts and sheet metal clinching. Unicut supplies many precision turned parts.
News from Unicut Precision ( 6 February 2003)
Sensorless vector drive responds speedily
Sensorless vector drives provide OEMs with highly dynamic levels of transient performance, together with precise levels of motor control (down to 1Hz) and up to 200% motor rated torque. Brochure Available
News from Lenze-ACTech ( 5 February 2003)
Silent rotary stage minimises unit size too
By eliminating mechanical transmission arrangements a rotary stage operates in silence and also helps to minimise unit size, so reducing space requirements.
News from Parker Bayside ( 5 February 2003)
Compressed air management system saves costs
Challenged to show that energy cost savings of GBP 20,000 per annum could be achieved through better performance, a supplier did just that by applying its compressed air management system. Brochure Available
News from Energair Solutions ( 5 February 2003)
Thin films provide lifetime lubrication
Thin film fluid technology provides lifetime lubrication of O rings, small plastic/metal slides, pins, pivots, gears and other moving equipment.
News from Fuchs Lubritech UK ( 5 February 2003)
Small servo drive gives large capability
Miniature servo drives offers OEM machine builders all the performance and features of much larger units in a smaller and more cost effective package. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco ( 5 February 2003)
MMMA to co-sponsor Mach 2004 machine tool show
The Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association will be co-sponsoring Mach 2004, the UK's largest machine tool exhibition held every two years at the NEC Birmingham.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association ( 5 February 2003)
Non-contact measuring systems offer more functions
Non-contact measuring systems satisfy a continued demand for vision measuring machines that offer more advanced functions. Brochure Available
News from Mitutoyo (UK) ( 5 February 2003)
CAN interface module widens measurement capability
With the FP-1300 CAN interface module, engineers now can expand the capabilities of CAN-based measurement systems to include reliable distributed input/output (I/O). Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 5 February 2003)
Catalogue covers measurement and automation needs
The National Instruments Measurement and Automation Catalogue 2003, a leading resource for engineers and scientists seeking innovative virtual instrumentation solutions from NI, is now available. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 5 February 2003)
Modern CAM software demolishes programming times
User Application Article Reducing programming time to machine thermoplastic seals from around 30 minutes to just 30 seconds is one of many benefits of taking the latest software on board, says a plastics parts manufacturer.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems ( 5 February 2003)
Datalogic records 23% increase in sales revenues
Datalogic, which designs and manufactures bar code readers, achieved sales revenues of EUR 34.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2002, Brochure Available
News from Datalogic Scanning ( 4 February 2003)
ESI group intends to strengthen metals simulation
ESI Group intends to strengthen its strategic position in the casting and the industrial metallurgy by making a bid for Swiss casting and metallurgical simulation company Calcom.
News from ESI Group ( 4 February 2003)
System applies labels in any position
In a freestanding print and apply system of robust construction, labels are printed via an integral printer then fed onto an applicator pad.
News from Industrial Labelling Systems ( 4 February 2003)
Bridging the automation and IT gap
To bridge the hardware gap between traditional automation and the rising Information Technology marketplace, a range of top end, high quality Industrialised PCs has been introduced. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 4 February 2003)
True metric punch and die set is now available
Custom washers and shims with true metric sized ID's ad OD's can now be made quickly and accurately with a 'true' metric punch set.
News from Precision Brand Products ( 4 February 2003)
Plastics thickness gauge is non-conductive
Because they are non-conductive, non-sparking and non-marring, plastics gauge sets are ideal for use in electronic repairs or where finishes could be easily damaged.
News from Precision Brand Products ( 4 February 2003)
Blackener kit is fast, convenient and safe
This new blackener kit offers a fast, convenient and safe method for room temperature cosmetic blackening on aluminum, brass and copper.
News from Precision Brand Products ( 4 February 2003)
'Blacking' carried out safely at room temperature
Room temperature 'blacking' process operates at room temperature (18degC to 24degC), by using an environmentally friendly chemical that is non-hazardous to operators.
News from Vapormatt ( 4 February 2003)
London Ambulance now uses Heartstart FR2
London Ambulance Service (LAS) uses Heartstart FR2 to help increase the number of lives saved.
News from Laerdal Medical ( 4 February 2003)
Precision blanking service extended to locks
Latest multi-impression precision blanking techniques have proven to be a highly competitive factor for volume production of safety and security related products.
News from Bauer ( 3 February 2003)
Time to consider linear motored CNC autos
The manufacturer of a new sliding head CNC automatic, intended to compete head-on with cam-autos and CNC sliding head types, uses linear motor on the longest axis to shorten work cycles.
News from DMG (UK) ( 3 February 2003)
Ink jet printers work on production line
User Application Article Two ink jet coders at a leading wall insulation manufacturer are being used to code the product information and manufacturing dates onto the completed insulation panels.
News from Industrial Labelling Systems ( 3 February 2003)
Safety interlock acts directly on main isolator
A safety interlock for large machines acts directly on the main power isolator and offers control over a large switch which breaks the main power feed to the machine.
News from Mistura Systems ( 3 February 2003)
Tug handles difficult dollies with ease
Ideal for manoeuvring loads up to 2000kg, and industrial tug is specially designed for moving and controlling dolly or trolley mounted loads fitted with four swivel castors.
News from Nu-Star Material Handling ( 3 February 2003)
Automatic ultrasonic cleaners remove the drudge
Ultrasonic consoles accomodate a wide range of industrial cleaning and degreasing operations, are fully automatic and eliminate manual sorting, brushing or scrubbing.
News from Ransohoff ( 3 February 2003)
Totally integrating automation
As part of a strategy to develop the concept of Totally Integrated Automation across a number of different platforms, a process control system offers open, scalable control.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 3 February 2003)
Acquisitions formed into systems engineering
Following a number of recent acquisitions in the factory and process automation sectors, Siemens Automation and Drives has established a new systems engineering division.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 3 February 2003)
Portable Graphing SPC is Powerful and Economical
Known for their innovative portable quality software solutions, this latest software from Langdale comes pre-installed in the Texas Instruments TI-83 Plus graphing calculator.
News from Langdale Quality Software ( 3 February 2003)
VibControl Product Family with even more features
m+p international's latest VibControl shaker control system software continues to keep m+p's customers at the leading edge of environmental test simulation and vibration analysis.
News from M+P International ( 3 February 2003)
Unlimited Time Data Rep/RoadLoad Simulation
The m+p international VibControl Time Replication suite of programs provides the complete solution for the transfer of vibration data from the true environment to the test laboratory.
News from M+P International ( 3 February 2003)
New Generation Tension and Compression Software
A particularly cost-effective technique for evaluating the quality of manufactured products, materials and components is to measure their ability to sustain applied tensile or compressive loads. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin ( 3 February 2003)
Low-Cost Tester Suitable For Electrical Contractor
Robin is offering a low-cost tester suitable for electrical contractors carrying out the four primary test functions required by the 16th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations, BS 7671:2001.
News from Robin Electronics ( 3 February 2003)
Paperless Recorders for Steriliser Testing
A new family of portable intelligent paperless recorders configured to carry out steriliser testing in compliance with HTM2010/2030 requirements have been introduced by Yokogawa Martron.
News from Yokogawa UK ( 3 February 2003)
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