News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 November
to Saturday 8 November 2003
Grinding m/c supplier offers full filtration range
A full range of mist extraction, coolant filtration Systems, and consumables are now available from a grinding machine supplier.
News from Advanced Grinding Supplies ( 7 November 2003)
Special press replaces two in contact assembly
User Application Article A special purpose pneumatic press for a safety switch manufacturing company secures several screw contact assemblies into a plastic switch body.
News from Bespoke Machines ( 7 November 2003)
Trolley offers choice between manual, automatic
Motor trolley with pneumatic drive wheel release is a compromise between automatic operation, when the drive wheel is in driving position, and manual operation, when the drive wheel is released.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd ( 7 November 2003)
Multi-channel measuring system is universal
Two latest versions of a universal digital multi-channel measuring system used for measuring force, displacement and pressure include 4.8kHz and 600 kHz carrier frequency amplifiers. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK ( 7 November 2003)
Software speeds up accurate alloys production
New software for spark emission spectrometer offers simplicity of operation through well-defined procedures and makes production of accurate alloys easy and fast.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon ( 7 November 2003)
Sterile solution offered for flow measurement
The high performance, sterile electromagnetic flowmeter for use in a wide range of applications in the food and beverage industry eliminates the problem of bacteria growth.
News from Krohne ( 7 November 2003)
Awards mirror revolution spark in NW manufacturing
Northwest manufacturers showed that the spark of the industrial revolution still burns brightly in the region as reflected in awards presented during an Accelerating the Transformation Awards dinner.
News from Manufacturing Institute ( 7 November 2003)
Time to draft a new machinery safety standard
For many years machine designers, builders and users have used BS EN 954-1: 1997 as the key standard for safety controls, but is the standard still relevent for advanced systems?
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 7 November 2003)
Remote monitoring system gives real time benefits
Remote vendor inventory management systems to monitor and control the usage of raw materials has brought important real time benefits to a wide range of industries.
News from Procon Engineering ( 7 November 2003)
Flexible control offered for bulk weighing
High reliability and optimum weighing performance ensure a weighing and recording system meets the most stringent accuracy classes for automatic weighing according to OIML Recommendation R107.
News from Chronos Richardson ( 7 November 2003)
Texture analyser offers high force and high speed
Offering high speed, high force and heavy duty, what is believed to be the most powerful texture analyser is dedicated to food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and adhesives industries.
News from Stable Micro Systems ( 7 November 2003)
Degreasing system distributor appointed for UK
Standard Industrial Systems is pleased to announce its appointment as the UK's exclusive distributor for the Multimatic range of degreasing systems.
News from Standard Industrial Cleaning Systems ( 7 November 2003)
Cleaning solvents take environmental care
A revolutionary line of non-chlorinated and non-VOC industrial cleaning solvents combines outstanding industrial cleaning performance with novel environmental benefits.
News from SIS Chemicals ( 7 November 2003)
Eurocard drive is based on DSP technology
At Southern Manufacturing, a Eurocard implementation of the an ultra-smooth DSP-based microstepping drive/controller enables direct precise control of the motor current switching.
News from SmartDrive ( 7 November 2003)
Cable-driven remote valve operator enhanced
An enhanced version of a cable-driven remote valve operator can now transmit drive to valves through much shorter cable runs, even if a large number of handwheel turns is required. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control ( 7 November 2003)
Simply tick the box and let software do the rest!
Manufacturers that need highly secure monitoring and control systems, affected by FDA 21 CFR Part 11 regulations, can now benefit from a "one tick" approach to compliance.
News from Tascomp ( 7 November 2003)
UK Engineers are World Class!
UK Skills urged more young people to consider the benefits of training as they celebrated the achievements of 31 young people who recently competed at the WorldSkills Competition.
News from UK Skills ( 7 November 2003)
Further Expansion For GSPK Design
Five months ago saw the appointment at GSPK of a new Managing Director in Steve Lloyd and now the company has announced the strategic appointment of Paul Marsh as Manufacturing Director.
News from GSPK Design ( 7 November 2003)
Eg announces closer ties with Microsoft
eg is joining forces with the worldwide leader in software and Internet technologies, Microsoft, to offer clients greater access to its software package, eg work manager
News from eg Solutions ( 7 November 2003)
New affordable content management software
New content management software at a price everyone can afford.
News from Engineering Adventures ( 7 November 2003)
Synergis offers free educational webcasts
Synergis offers free educational webcases for companies who want to understand the benefits of document management
News from Synergis Software ( 7 November 2003)
Dasylab lite, affordable renowned functionality
Big or small budget - straightforward or complex application - there's a version of DASYLab to suit most needs. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 7 November 2003)
Dialogue End-Users Share Successes
Exstream Software Customers Selected As Speakers For "Profiting with Variable Data Print" Seminar Series
News from Exstream Software ( 7 November 2003)
Deployment of System-Level Design Accelerates
CoWare's new Application Services and IP Integration organization empowers customers to accelerate deployment of SLD tools by helping them implement proven methodologies and model key systems IP.
News from CoWare ( 7 November 2003)
Sampling Systems Handle Difficult Waxy Crude
User Application Article Five Jiskoot 710 sampling systems have been chosen by Oil India to deal with the difficult application of handling crude oil having approximately 14% wax and a very high pour point.
News from Jiskoot ( 7 November 2003)
Free Seminar Programme for Show Of High Quality
Inspection and quality control specialists can tap into a rich vein of industry-specific knowledge and experience at a series of special seminars being staged at Inspex.
News from Penton Exhibitions ( 7 November 2003)
Simulation company names robotic software agents
Simulation specialist Applied Computing and Engineering has established European and US distributor networks for its CimStation Robotics simulation and offline programming software.
News from Applied Computing and Engineering ( 6 November 2003)
Connectors connect and disconnect quickly
A new range of connectors provides push-in fast connection and disconnection on both the appliance and installation sides.
News from Camden Electronics ( 6 November 2003)
Improving access to hazardous substances data
Two enhanced software products extensive guidance on implementing and improving the health and safety management of hazardous chemicals in the workplace.
News from Croner Consulting ( 6 November 2003)
Combining hard turning and finish grinding
The combination machining of high-precision hardened workpieces is gaining acceptance for the precision machining of automotive components. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK ( 6 November 2003)
Thin anodized aluminum reference sample available
A new reference material for glow discharge optical emission spectrometry is intended specifically for the analysis of thin anodized aluminum.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon ( 6 November 2003)
Milling grades offer production reliability
Latest coated carbide milling grades for medium to heavy machining of steel and nodular CI enable users to increase tool life by up to 30% - a considerable advantage in production.
News from Kennametal UK ( 6 November 2003)
Solid carbide drill geometries double feed rates
Three solid-carbide drill series, which are optimally designed for machining steel, SS and CI, can reach twice the feed speeds of straight-fluted drills without any problem.
News from Kennametal UK ( 6 November 2003)
Assembly gel made for elastomer components
A watermiscible gel is free of silicone raw materials and contains a corrosion inhibitor specially formulated for the oining and assembly process of rubber-elastic materials. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 6 November 2003)
Monobloc PCD reaming tools programme introduced
A programme of standardised PCD monobloc reaming tools was introduced at EMO 2003 and are available with two and four cutting edges in 4.0 to 20.1mm sizes.
News from Komet Präzisionswerkzeuge ( 6 November 2003)
Locking and holding screws hold more strongly
Locking screws for inserts and holding screws for insert seatings, drill heads and spares feature a tightening system offering 25% higher torque transmission and improved torsional strength.
News from Komet Präzisionswerkzeuge ( 6 November 2003)
Gauging European machine tool industry's future
During the last two years, the MANTYS initiative, co-ordinated by the CECIMO, revealed some of its findings during the EMO machine tool fair in Milan, Italy.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles ( 6 November 2003)
Showing the automatic welding of 'pulled tees'
Automatic welding of 'Pulled Tees' is considered to be too difficult by many involved in the manufacture of SS pipe work systems, but demonstrations at Weldex will prove otherwise.
News from Orbimatic ( 6 November 2003)
Belt weighers provide essential productivity data
User Application Article Procon Engineering have recently installed and commissioned phase one of a major weighing and control turnkey project for Kazzinc at three mining centres in Kazakhstan.
News from Procon Engineering ( 6 November 2003)
CNC and NC press brakes are robustly built
Robustly built, NC and CNC press brakes are economically priced, yet incorporate good quality component parts and include special configurations for bending up to 4.4m length. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery ( 6 November 2003)
Hybrid laser and arc welding process used by SME
User Application Article An innovative welding process that basically combines the advantages of laser and arc had been confined to large scale users, but a recent application confirms growing SME interest.
News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 November 2003)
Cyber factory machining system demonstrated
A 'Cyber Production Centre' not only provides synchronised production operations to maximise throughput, but also acts as a driving force of company-wide productivity improvements. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 6 November 2003)
'Intelligent machine tool' concept nears reality
Bringing the 'intelligent machine tool' closer to reality a novel system control allows remote downloading of schedules, work data, programs and tool lists while providing operator machine data. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 6 November 2003)
ERP replacement to reduce furniture cycle times
User Application Article Furniture manufacturer has replaced its ERP solution to help continue to exceed customer expectations, reduce cycle times and speed time-to-market for new products.
News from Infor ( 6 November 2003)
Favourite Perl Recipes for Every Occasion
O'Reilly Releases "Perl Cookbook, Second Edition"
News from O'Reilly ( 6 November 2003)
O'Reilly Releases "Windows XP Hacks"
Windows XP is the latest, most reliable, and best-looking version of the Windows operating system to emerge yet.
News from O'Reilly ( 6 November 2003)
Schott Systeme launch IT Developer Network
Schott Systeme GmbH announce the launch of their IT Developer Network
News from Schott Systeme GmbH ( 6 November 2003)
Visual Numerics Expands Its International Reach
Visual Numerics Expands Its International Reach with Timberlake Consultants who will Resell Visual Numerics' Numerical Analysis and Visualization Software in Europe and Brazil
News from Visual Numerics ( 6 November 2003)
Voxware Reports 91% Revenue Growth in Fiscal 2003
European Investments Contribute to Record Performance
News from Voxware ( 6 November 2003)
Cadence Embraces SystemVerilog
Standards Veteran Victor Berman Named to Drive Unification of Language Standards Process
News from Cadence Design Systems ( 6 November 2003)
SensorDynamics selects Cadence VCAD
User Application Article Cadence today announced that SensorDynamics has selected the Cadence Virtual Integrated CAD (VCAD) service model and technologies.
News from Cadence Design Systems ( 6 November 2003)
The compliant worm
Technical Background Article Research commissioned by Sony indicates that 93% of information is now generated in digital form and 35-50% of business data is stored in email.
News from Sony Europe, ISS Division ( 6 November 2003)
DataProse Significantly Speeds Time to Market
User Application Article Award-Winning Dialogue Helps DataProse Enhance Production Processes to Deliver Three Million Personalized Documents per Month Up To Five Times Faster
News from Exstream Software ( 6 November 2003)
Spectrophotometers For All with Expanded Range
UV/Visible Spectrophotometer manufacturer Biochrom has extended its Ultrospec, GeneQuant, Libra and WPA ranges so that it can meet the needs of all users. Brochure Available
News from Biochrom ( 6 November 2003)
Vibratory Bowl Feeder for Stud Bolts
Elscint Automation has developed a special type of Vibratory Bowl Feeder for feeding Studs.
News from Elscint Automation ( 6 November 2003)
Thermal Shock Affordable For Semiconductor Testing
TSB liquid-to-liquid thermal shock test chambers from ESPEC significantly reduce testing costs by limiting the loss of expensive perfluoropolyether thermal fluid.
News from ESPEC North America ( 6 November 2003)
Installation Testers get Dual Branding
Representing the first dual-branded products since the acquisition of Robin, Fluke has introduced an innovative series of multifunction electrical installation testers. Brochure Available
News from Fluke (UK) ( 6 November 2003)
Sampling System Pumping Stations For Terminal
User Application Article Jiskoot has designed and manufactured four sampling system pumping stations to suit extremely high ambient temperatures and desert conditions for the Azrew export terminal.
News from Jiskoot ( 6 November 2003)
LAT Expands To Distribute Digilab FTIR Products
Lambda Advanced Technology (LAT) has announced its appointment by Digilab LLC to be exclusive UK distributor for Digilab's renowned range of FTIR spectrometers and FTIR imaging systems. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Advanced Technology ( 6 November 2003)
It's a Vision Thing for Dewpointmeter
The new Optidew Vision has been designed for the user who needs the high accuracy, repeatability and stability of a cooled mirror instrument coupled with value for money. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments ( 6 November 2003)
New Load Cells Are Shear Genius
Thames Side-Maywood has launched an upgraded, high spec range of folded shear beam load cells to replace the company's successful VC8600 range.
News from Thames Side Sensors ( 6 November 2003)
New Manufacturing Director For Thames Side-Maywood
Thames Side-Maywood, the specialist manufacturer of load cells and force transducers, has appointed Paul Hine as the company's new Manufacturing Director.
News from Thames Side Sensors ( 6 November 2003)
In-Situ Steel Analysis from "Lab In A Box"
User Application Article Voestalpine Stahl, the largest integrated metallurgical complex in Europe has successfully decreased analyses times and satisfied stringent product specifications by using the ARL QuantoShelter.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific ( 6 November 2003)
Silicone mask redesigned for more efficacy
The Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator - For unbeatable performance, convenience and value.
News from Laerdal Medical ( 6 November 2003)
Labelling process incorporated into SCADA systems
Integrating the use of SCADA software (supervisory control and data acquisition) into the labelling process allows incorporation of SCADA from initial recipe process to finished product labelling.
News from Advanced Labelling Systems ( 5 November 2003)
Punching centre processes coils and blanks
Punching centre processes coils and blanks for punching, notching, trimming and shearing thanks to a patented versatile feeding system and straightforward programming system.
News from Pivatic Oy ( 5 November 2003)
High-speed or low-speed smoothness offered
Support by industry-standard communications options allows microstepping drives to provide true servo-like performance at a lower cost than conventional servo drives.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd ( 5 November 2003)
Vibratory feeder delivers 'heads up' at high speed
Vibratory part feeder feeds rivets and screws 'heads up' at a very high speed without using compressed air for orientation and removal of components nor does it require a sensor.
News from Elscint Automation ( 5 November 2003)
OEMs and SMEs go for pick-up spindle VTLs
User Application Article Its standard vertical turning centre for chucked components has been received with great enthusiasm by OEMs and SMEs alike owing to exceptional precision and high productivity says the supplier. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK ( 5 November 2003)
Modular air preparation system meets food specs
Modular air preparation system can be supplied fully configured from the most basic requirements up to specialist assemblies. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 5 November 2003)
ICICI Infotech partners with Software Works
ICICI Infotech, a leading provider of information technology products and services, has signed a partnership agreement with Greenville-based, Software Works (SWI).
News from 3i Infotech ( 5 November 2003)
Higher feed rates offered for face-milling SS, CI
For the more cost-efficient machining of steel, cast iron materials and stainless steels a face milling system offers high feed rates and excellent insert edge stability..
News from Kennametal UK ( 5 November 2003)
Low power face mill engenders high productivity
A low power, high productivity face mill series is intended for universal and more cost-efficient machining of steel, cast irons, stainless steels and aluminium.
News from Kennametal UK ( 5 November 2003)
Ceramic insert machines high-temperature alloys
High-performance ceramic combines excellent wear resistance with increased fracture toughness and improved resistance to thermal shock for machining high-temperature alloys.
News from Kennametal UK ( 5 November 2003)
Mould and die production partnership scheme set up
Mould and die production imposes special demands which have to be met by the machine, tooling, CNC and software, which is why Kennametal has set up a Competence Centre.
News from Kennametal UK ( 5 November 2003)
Centralised lubrication increased calendar output
User Application Article A major furniture manufacturer had a problem on their calendars and was looking for a centralised lubrication system to save labour and realise an increase in bearing life. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 5 November 2003)
Higher viscosity lubricant reduces pinion failure
User Application Article Due to frequent pinion failures a power generation company switched to a higher viscosity product, after testing competitive offers, to lubricate mill gears and pinions. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 5 November 2003)
High performance drills have highly stable inserts
Designed for high feed rates and long tool life for reliable bore machining the inserts used in these high performance drills suit interrupted cut and penetrating angled castings and rolling skins.
News from Komet Präzisionswerkzeuge ( 5 November 2003)
Lighter weight adaptors reduce overhang effects
Tool weight and overhang are factors which affect the concentricity of a tool and its efficiency and the quality it can achieve, which is why these adaptors are lightweight to improve accuracy.
News from Komet Präzisionswerkzeuge ( 5 November 2003)
Twenty distributors to sell smd motors
Lenze has appointed over twenty independent UK distributors for its 'smd ' Series AC drives range, with sales across Europe having achieved already in excess of 100,000 units. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 5 November 2003)
Materials testing gets a plus of 30kN power
A powerful universal testing machine aimed at mid range force testing applications offers all the benefits of simple operation, result accuracy and flexible control.
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 5 November 2003)
HMC contours more accurately and vibration-free
Users of an advanced horizontal machining centre have the ability to contour more accurately, accelerate among positions 38% faster, and experience less residual vibration.
News from Mori Seiki (US) ( 5 November 2003)
Busbar range extended to manage 1250A
With busbar technology increasingly replacing cable in power distribution applications a busbar range has been extended to cover a maximum current rating of 1250A.
News from Moeller Electric ( 5 November 2003)
MIG strengthens welded sculptered structures
User Application Article Two MIG welding machines and a host of other gas equipment have helped a family of metal sculptors to produce some of the most stunning pieces of Welsh art. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 5 November 2003)
Take time to 'get a head' at Weldex!
Orbimatic will be running a 'Get A Head' competition at Weldex 2003 where you can win a 'Limited Edition' Orbimatic gift.
News from Orbimatic ( 5 November 2003)
Angle encoder offers high accuracy and resolution
A high accuracy, one-piece, rotary encoder system boasts impressive accuracy with resolution to 0.01 arc second, suiting the most demanding precision applications. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 5 November 2003)
Radio probe speeds parts set-up and verification
The world's first machine tool probe to use frequency hopping spread spectrum radio transmission offers rapid part set-up and part verification on a wide range of machines. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 5 November 2003)
Scanning probe for CMMs has dual function
Scanning probe uses innovative Renscan technology provides a dual role: scanning for form and using touch-trigger sensing for size and position. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 5 November 2003)
Lock machinery guard doors shut with force!
A versatile safety interlock switch provides five door and lock monitoring contacts, and locking force of 2000N (450 lbf), to prevent guard doors opening until a machine reaches a safe state.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 5 November 2003)
Pulse radar device checks levels cost-effectively
A two-wire, loop-powered, pulse radar instrument offers a cost-effective level measurement solution for liquid bulk storage or simple process vessels.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 5 November 2003)
10,000 EDMs built, 5000 with linear motors
Sodick Thailand has just celebrated a major production milestone by delivering its 10,000th machine and has also achieved its target of manufacturing more than 5,000 linear motor EDMs
News from Sodi-Tech edm ( 5 November 2003)
Run 'action replays' from any display
The latest version of industrial automation software features a new facility that lets you instantly replay the action from any display.
News from Tascomp ( 5 November 2003)
US contractors go for UK frinction welders
Daimler-Chrysler supplier, L and W, has chosen a Thompson friction welding machine for producing axles - part of a trio of new contracts to supply friction welding machines to US factories.
News from Thompson Friction Welding ( 5 November 2003)
Tungsten carbide valve seats give long pump life
Hydra-cell pumps available with tungsten carbide valve seats and valves provide significantly increased service life over ceramic components.
News from Wanner Engineering ( 5 November 2003)
Advanced 2-axis turning machine range expanded
Since their introduction, a series of two axis turning machines have rapidly established a reputation for advanced technology and high performance combined with exceptional value. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 5 November 2003)
High spindle speeds and feed rates feature M-Cs
Introducing advanced technology and high performance combined with exceptional value feature two machining centres with high spindle speeds and axis feed rates. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 5 November 2003)
Combined inverted spindle lathes show versatility
Two Mazak inverted vertical spindle CNC lathes were shown automatically operating in combination at EMO, demonstrating the exceptional versatility of the machinery and the robot handling systems. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 5 November 2003)
Rigidity built into M-C for mould and die work
Custom designed specifically for the high precision machining of dies and moulds the latest machining centre features higher rigidity for chatter-free machining. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 5 November 2003)
Wireless technology cuts costs by up to 75%
Believed to be the first IP-addressable mobile printers available on the market, the products will increase mobility and communications of warehouse staff.
News from Zebra Technologies ( 5 November 2003)
Sensors beam through dusty/mist-laden environments
High-power sensors provide maximum excess gain (burn-through) for accurate reliable sensing in applications with heavy fog, dust and industrial process contamination.
News from Banner Engineering ( 4 November 2003)
Seal combo extends component life expectancy
Rotary seal design can be adapted to meet the specific requirements of the toughest manufacturing and process environments.
News from Ceetak ( 4 November 2003)
CNC bevelling head speeds wind tower fabrication
User Application Article Automated CNC bevelling head used on profiling machines produces a variety of weld edge preparations on different steel plate thicknesses used in the fabrication of wind turbine towers. Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems ( 4 November 2003)
Grinding and automation expertise extended
With the integration of Ingersoll Naxos crankshaft grinding machine company into the Emag Group, systems can be developed in conjunction with Karstens, Reinecker, Kopp and Heilig Automation. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK ( 4 November 2003)
Compact centre combines hard turn and grind
For the vertical high-speed machining of medium size and also very small workpieces a compact produ ction centre combines hard turning and finish grinding or various grinding processes. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK ( 4 November 2003)
Production grinders feature configurable platforms
For external cylindrical, out-of-round, face and internal grinding operations a new design platform allows for a number of machine variants to be configured in accordance with individual wishes. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK ( 4 November 2003)
More engineers adopt PC-based control systems
More and more control system designers are finding that PC-based control systems offer levels of versatility, performance and value for money that simply cannot be matched by traditional systems.
News from Hayes Control Systems ( 4 November 2003)
Driving innovation and shortening time-to-market
User Application Article Strategic investment in product lifecycle management environment enhances automotive OEM's global product development process and ability to manage product configuration requirements.
News from MatrixOne ( 4 November 2003)
High speed tool adaptors aimed at mould and die
Rotationally-symmetrical design and the very low residual unbalance feature tool adaptors designed for machines with high-frequency spindles rotating at speeds of up to 40,000 rpm.
News from Kennametal UK ( 4 November 2003)
CVD thick-film diamond offers high tool wear life
Using a CVD thick-film diamond led to an extremely innovative development in diamond-based cutting materials that looks like PCD cutting material, but is a pure polycrystalline diamond.
News from Kennametal UK ( 4 November 2003)
Drill sizes changed without unclamping
Modular high-performance drill adds value by reducing machining time and down-time. Its clamping system enables the cutting tool to be changed while still in the machine.
News from Kennametal UK ( 4 November 2003)
Grease solved conveyor clutch seal problems
User Application Article A mojor UK confectionery manufacturer using an automatic programmable conveyor system on a 6 x 24h/week basis had clutch seal problems until a grease was suggested to replace oil lubrication. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 4 November 2003)
Chain drive gearbox runs smoothly again
User Application Article Changing lubrication cured ongoing problems with chain drive gearboxes on a confectionery moulding plant production line so eliminating downtime and loss of production. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 4 November 2003)
Insert drill range and grades extended
A range of insert drills for bores with length to diameter ratios of 5D has been extended up to 36mm diameter along with two new grades for cutting cast irons and steels.
News from Komet Präzisionswerkzeuge ( 4 November 2003)
Small bores produced at high cutting speeds
Twist drills that produce small bores at high cutting speeds and feed rates are now available in an extended diameter range of 8 to 16mm.
News from Komet Präzisionswerkzeuge ( 4 November 2003)
Modern filtration units improve machining quality
Three filtration products introduced at the Milan EMO offer a filtration performance exceeding that of conventional filters and improving the service life of coolant emulsions and machining quality.
News from Mann+Hummel ( 4 November 2003)
Correct M-C choice produces growth, stability
User Application Article Always believing that investing in new state of the art technology offers reliability, speed and accuracy, accurate machine tools are seen as the key to a subcontractor's growth and stability.
News from Matsuura Machinery ( 4 November 2003)
Taking the monotony out of boiler welding
An orbital welding head has been designed to enable the welding of boiler tubes fitted to tube sheets in heat exchangers.
News from Orbimatic ( 4 November 2003)
Success allays fears in automotive supply industry
Amidst fears for the automotive supply industry, consultants celebrated the success of three clients at the prestigious Accelerate Supplier Awards held at the ICC last month.
News from PDS ( 4 November 2003)
Adhesive maintains carbon fibre boat challenge
User Application Article September in Milan; the Danish rowing team won a gold medal at a World Rowing Championship event in their carbon fibre racing boat bonded using a 2 part toughened acrylic structural adhesive.
News from Bondmaster ( 4 November 2003)
High speed rotary encoders are low-cost
To meet the increasing demand for reliable, low cost, high-speed rotary encoding, a range of frictionless 9-bit (512 position) miniature magnetic encoders have three output formats. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 4 November 2003)
Motion system environmental error compensated
Real time quadrature compensation system directly addresses environmental error sources in motion systems. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 4 November 2003)
Dynamic compensation measurement speeds up CMMs
Dynamic compensation measurement technique enables CMM users to measure at extremely high speeds, but with accuracies that could only previously be achieved at low speeds. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 4 November 2003)
Plastics exhibition rated busy in difficult times
36,152 visitors attended the 16th FAKUMA, international trade fair for plastics processing, in spite of economically uncertain times, said the organisers.
News from Schall ( 4 November 2003)
Metalworking fluid avoids dermatological problems
Dermatologically friendly metalworking fluid contains no aromatic base oils or amines and helps reduce skin irritations caused by lubricant contact in metalworking operations. Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants ( 4 November 2003)
Smith Flow Control names sales manager
Anton Broersma has been appointed Sales Manager by process safety specialist Smith Flow Control (NL), part of CEF Safety Systems BV. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control ( 4 November 2003)
Range of hobs suits SME batch gear production
Delivery ranges of hobs for small to medium batch production have been especially studied to meet the needs of small to medium sized batch and prototype gear manufacturers.
News from Samputensili SpA ( 4 November 2003)
TBT UK relocated to larger premises
TBT UK has moved to larger premises, located in Coleshill, Near Birmingham, to meet demandand to add new larger deep hole boring machines.
News from TBT UK ( 4 November 2003)
Deep hole drilling capacity expanded
To extend its services to the mould and die and offshore oil industries, TBT UK has invested in a TBT BW 300 Table Boring Machine, built by its parent company Tiefbohrtechnik.
News from TBT UK ( 4 November 2003)
EMO machine tool show visitor numbers up 6.9%
The world machine tool show, EMO Milano 2003, saw more than 155,000 visitors from 104 countries, some 6.9% more than the 1995 show and more italian machine tool producers were present this time.
News from UCIMU ( 4 November 2003)
UFB is Scottish agent for AC Valves and Controls
Valve and Pipeline Equipment supplier UFB, based on the outskirts of Europe's Oil Capital Aberdeen, are pleased to announce their appointment as agents in Scotland for AC Valves and Controls.
News from UFB (Process Control Solutions) ( 4 November 2003)
SS pins replace cotter pins, threaded fasteners
Stainless steel quick release pins are ideal for any applications where objects regularly need to be fastened or attached and where excessive vibration occurs. Brochure Available
News from WDS ( 4 November 2003)
True sit down working down draught bench launched
A new unit provides all the benefits of standard down draught benches but with the addition of full knee space features so it can truly be termed a desk, offering true sit down working.
News from WorkPoint Environments ( 4 November 2003)
IT merged with MT on mill-turning centres
Even greater opportunities for optimising machining operations within the machine shop are offered on mill-turning centres by integrating IT and MT to turn, mill and drill in one set-up. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 4 November 2003)
More power added to multi-tasking turning centres
Latest developments in powerful multi-tasking mill-turning machine tools combine the characteristics of a machining centre and lathe into one CNC machine. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 4 November 2003)
3T Increases Capacity To Meet Demand
User Application Article The installation of a large format laser sintering machine (EOS P700) this year was a significant step for 3T and made available components up to 700x580x380mm without the need for joining.
News from 3T RPD ( 4 November 2003)
Easy Torque Conversion
Make complicated torque calculations a thing of the past with the new Torqueleader Torque Conversion software from MHH Engineering.
News from MHH Engineering ( 4 November 2003)
Nordex partners with Boulting Communications
NORDX/CDT, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cable Design Technologies (CDT) Corporation has signed a partnership agreement with Boulting Communication Services, part of the Boulting Group plc
News from NORDX/CDT ( 4 November 2003)
Pandatels R and D capacities expanded further
Pandatels R and D capacities expanded further - customers' continuing low propensity to invest will impact on net income for the year
News from Pandatel AG ( 4 November 2003)
Superfactory / Intrax Solutions partnership.
Superfactory has partnered with Intrax Solutions to provide the OPTAS Toolbox.
News from Superfactory ( 4 November 2003)
Evalue announces the EAP-EX31
Evalue announces the EAP-EX31 which is a highly integrated ETX (Embedded Technology eXtended) CPU module carrier board with a 3.5-inch SBC form factor.
News from Avalue Technology ( 4 November 2003)
Alabama Department of Transport Selects ProSoft
Alabama Department of Transportation Selects ProSoft and its NetSPEX CAD Standards Management Software
News from ProSoft ( 4 November 2003)
Microstation electronic courseware now available
MicroStation V8 Fundamentals Electronic Courseware Now Available from ProSoft!
News from ProSoft ( 4 November 2003)
ProSoft Announces the Opening of its Omaha Office
Professional Software Solutions (ProSoft) announced the expansion of its operation into Omaha, Nebraska.
News from ProSoft ( 4 November 2003)
Trace Parts Selects Tornado Technologies
Trace Parts Selects Tornado Technologies to Integrate Seamless 3D Visualization of CAD Component Models Online
News from TraceParts ( 4 November 2003)
IBM and Dassault Systemes supply Hanil E Hwa Co.
Korean Automotive Supplier Hanil E Hwa Co. Expands PLM Platform with Solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes
News from IBM ( 4 November 2003)
McLaren launches CADlink 4.0
McLaren Brings CAD content to the enterprise with the launch of CADLink 4
News from McLaren Software ( 4 November 2003)
First look at future of Windows
Longhorn is the biggest upgrade since Windows 95. Microsoft has given programmers a peek at the next version of Windows.
News from Microsoft ( 4 November 2003)
Data Capture over USB is Plug and Play
The new Microlink 770 data acquisition unit monitors 16 channels of strain, temperature, pressure, voltage or current at up to 100 kHz.
News from Biodata ( 4 November 2003)
Autogard Wins ISO 9001:2000 Accreditation
Autogard, a world leader in the manufacture torque overload clutches and flexible couplings, has announced it's accreditation to the new ISO9001:2000 standard.
News from British Autogard ( 4 November 2003)
Atex Approval For Two Coupling Ranges
Autogard has received approval under ATEX Directive 94/9/EC for its Autoflex and Samiflex ranges of couplings for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
News from British Autogard ( 4 November 2003)
Technical Support Team Provides The Answers
Oxoid has launched a Frequently Asked Questions section on its website, which has been put together by Oxoid's dedicated Technical Support Team. Brochure Available
News from Oxoid ( 4 November 2003)
Pocket-PC Version of PC-based Digital Readout
ProShopMAX has now released a Pocket-PC version of its PC-based DRO system.
News from ProShopMax Div of Shec Labs ( 4 November 2003)
High-Speed 300 MS/S Arbitrary Function Generator
The new Tabor 3362, now available in the UK from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments), is a two-channel 300 MS/s (megasamples per second) waveform generator with 4M or up to 16M points per channel.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 4 November 2003)
Six New Additions To UKIVA Membership
List Six new companies have recently joined the UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA).
News from UK Industrial Vision Association ( 4 November 2003)
Batch PDF creation
Bluebeam introduces batch PDF creation with version 2.2
News from Bluebeam Software ( 4 November 2003)
PVD hard coatings advances made over 25 years
The last 25 years have seen PVD hard coatings play a key role in manufacturing plants as well as in vehicles and machinery - including tools for high-speed or dry machining.
News from Balzers AG ( 3 November 2003)
AlCrN coated milling cutters offer longer life
AlCrN coated milling cutters used for finishing Ck45 steel at cutting speeds of 200m/min and 400m/min, attained a substantially longer service life than TiCN and TiAlN coated cutters.
News from Balzers AG ( 3 November 2003)
Wider range of motor 'specials' available quickly
One of the UK's largest suppliers of electric motors is extending it's 'specials' service to include a wider range of non standard motors, effectively eliminating the long lead times.
News from Exico ( 3 November 2003)
Machine vision systems agent appointed in Budapest
Falcon-Vision Rt, headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, is delighted to announce that it will be acting as a systems integrator partner with Cognex for Central-Eastern Europe.
News from Falcon-Vision ( 3 November 2003)
Larger bins processed in wash and dry system
With the introduction of a conveyorised wash and dry system, even larger, reusable tote bins and trays can now be thoroughly cleaned and dried, eliminating production contaminants and odours. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International ( 3 November 2003)
Exceptional engineering support sold M-C
User Application Article The exceptional level of support provided by the supplier both in redesigning and modifying its fixtures, in engineering support convinced a heating company to buy its machining centre. Brochure Available
News from Heller Machine Tools ( 3 November 2003)
Students awarded for outstanding technology work
At a ceremony to be held at the IEE, London, 162 students from across the country will be awarded prestigious Arkwright Scholarships for their outstanding work in design and technology.
News from Institution of Electrical Engineers ( 3 November 2003)
MIG system devised for galvanised plate repair
User Application Article The new Vectra-C model from Vauxhall has been built using galvanised steel plate and a MIG/pulsed MIG welding system has been devised for galvanised components repair.
News from Kemppi (UK) ( 3 November 2003)
Financial director appointed at Mills
Steve Cartwright has been appointed Financial Director of Mills Manufacturing Technology, which markets Daewoo, Nakamura Tome and Kuraki machine tools in the UK.
News from Mills Manufacturing Technology ( 3 November 2003)
MMA/TIG welder requires no internal tap changes
A compact, portable power source for MMA or DC TIG welding has integral automatic supply voltage sensing circuitry that means no internal tap changes are required. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 3 November 2003)
Combination tool centres, drills and countersinks
A tool that spots or centres can also countersink in the same operation prior to drilling a hole and saves on cycle times in machining centres and lathes. Brochure Available
News from NCMT ( 3 November 2003)
Rollers offer longer conticast bearing life
A longer life spherical roller bearing developed for use in the guide rolls of continuous casting machines offers more than twice the life when compared to conventional (SUJ2) bearing types. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK ( 3 November 2003)
Selecting the correct machinery risk assessment
At the heart of any machinery safety project will be one or more risk assessments. There are various types of risk assessment, so it is important that the most appropriate type is selected and used.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 3 November 2003)
Safety relay features benefit panel builders
Safety relay offers an unusual combination of features, such as three normally-open safety contacts, for the benefit of panel builders, system integrators and end users.
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 3 November 2003)
PROFInet real time extension is now available
A PROFInet real time extension for general automation applications is now available, and a second PROFInet real time extension is also under way for high performance motion control uses.
News from Profibus Group ( 3 November 2003)
Website is dedicated to thin section bearings
Such is the popularity of a range of thin section bearings that the supplier has allocated a website in its own right.
News from Rodriguez (UK) ( 3 November 2003)
Machine tool producer records sales increase
Trumpf has recorded increased sales, a larger workforce and even greater commitment to research and development. The 2002/03 results have been positive across all four divisions of the Group. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf ( 3 November 2003)
Deep hole boring capacity expanded
TBT UK is acquiring a deep hole boring machine to, both expand and complement its operation at their new site in Coleshill, near Birmingham.
News from TBT UK ( 3 November 2003)
Subsea development company buys table borer
World leaders in the field of subsea development solutions, have purchased a TBT BW 300 Table Boring Machine from TBT UK.
News from TBT UK ( 3 November 2003)
Five axes tool grinder has simplified programming
Tool grinding productivity gains of up to 50 per cent are promised with an innovative five-axis CNC tool grinder whose control combines tool simulation with simplified programming routines.
News from Walter GB ( 3 November 2003)
Stylish colours and updated guarding offered
A machine tools supplier has changed machine colours to a modern, stylish two-tone grey as well as offering a new style modern guard with a wider access door and clearer vision panels. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 3 November 2003)
Inform launches real time logistics system
Logistics systems company INFORM has announced a real-time system for managing complex intermodal terminal and transport operations.
News from Inform UK ( 3 November 2003)
Gehry Extends Partnership with Dassault
Digital Project solution will revolutionize management of architectural projects by enhancing 3D collaboration between design and construction teams
News from Dassault Systemes ( 3 November 2003)
EDS Announces New Release of Teamcenter CPG
EDS PLM Solutions Announces New Release of Teamcenter Consumer and Packaged Goods Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Solution
News from Siemens PLM Software ( 3 November 2003)
Ultra High Resolution with a Very Small Footprint
The JAI-Pulnix TM-4000CL Monochrome Area Scan Camera Link Camera is a miniature, ultra-high resolution 4.2 Megapixel monochrome progressive scan camera with dual tap output that offers a host of high Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 3 November 2003)
Cameras Add Functionality and Increased Speed
New cameras include new features not previously available on SONY cameras including a 10 bit output capability and inbuilt frame-store enabling up to 16 cameras to be triggered simultaneously. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 3 November 2003)
Automated Water Analysis Helps Ondeo Nalco
User Application Article Founded in 1928 in Chicago, Illinois, Ondeo Nalco today is one of the world's leading companies in the sectors of water treatment, waste water purification and process optimisation. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 3 November 2003)
Analytic Application Has Promise of PLM
NinaTek has announced a new assessment is now available from D.H. Brown Associates entitled: Feedback on Product Performance, From the Field to Engineering, for Nlighten.
News from NinaTek ( 3 November 2003)
String Potentiometer and Encoder Engineering Guide
Technical details on the operation, benefits, and use of cable-type position transducers are now available free of charge from SpaceAge Control.
News from SpaceAge Control ( 3 November 2003)
Hydrogen Leak Detector Offers Customized Solutions
H2000 is a compact and robust system that is extremely sensitive to hydrogen gas and can be used to detect leaks that are smaller than a bacteria.
News from Adixen Sensistor ( 3 November 2003)
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