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Sunday 21 March
to Saturday 27 March 2004

Maths software eases data acquistion, calculations

 User Application Article  Visual design environment allows engineers from all industries to draw from a variety of data sources during the design phase of a product and document mathematical formulas and calculations.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific (26 March 2004)

CNC Software package combines CAD/CAM and motion

CNC Software package designed exclusively to run motors in 3D coordinated motion, combines features of a CAD/CAM and a motion-control software package into a novel graphical user interface.

News from Animatics (26 March 2004)

Handling upgrade ups PVC throughput three-fold

 User Application Article  Handling upgrading project, to increase materials handling capabilities a PVC producer, has led to a three-fold rise in throughput for its C2 production complex Line 6 compounding operation.

News from AZO, IHS Ingredient Handling Solutions (26 March 2004)

Fortune magazine names "Heroes of Manufacturing"

Cognex, the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems, recently announced that the company's three founders have been selected by Fortune Magazine as "Heroes of Manufacturing".

News from Cognex UK (26 March 2004)

Resins cut prototype camera build times by third

 User Application Article  With the introduction of alternative resins to its production line, Malcolm Nicholls has been able to cut prototype build times of Panasonic's new X70 camera phone by one third.  Brochure Available 

News from DSM Somos (26 March 2004)

Pump heads for multiple fluids changed in seconds

A quick-change pump head system, that allows pump heads to be changed in seconds, reduces maintenance for systems that handle different fluids and eliminates cross-contamination.

News from Encynova International (26 March 2004)

Portable arm technology measures large structures

A highly versatile, yet simple and low cost method of measuring large structures or multiple components within a floor area of 6m x 4m uses portable arm measuring technology.

News from Europac Metrology (26 March 2004)

Rapid prototyper invests in twin laser sinter m/c

 User Application Article  As part of a GBP 1.3 million investment during 2003, leading rapid prototyping company has installed a twin laser-sintering machine to produce components directly from a CAD model.

News from EOS Electro Optical Systems (26 March 2004)

Retrofit pallet system doubles machining capacity

 User Application Article  By retrofitting a four-pallet pool to an existing HMC, a precision parts subcontractor was able to quickly double production capacity in response to a sudden increase in parts orders.  Brochure Available 

News from Heller Machine Tools (26 March 2004)

Complex policy rules managed at a glance

As part of a Business Rules Management System, organisations can use JRules 4.6 to effectively manage business policies across the enterprise by deploying rules form business critical processes.

News from ILOG (26 March 2004)

Aluminium and metals filled adhesives are stable

Polyester based, two part, room temperature cured adhesives are filled with aluminium, minerals or steel and have good chemical stability and a long term use temperature range.

News from Inseto (UK) (26 March 2004)

Fast changeover collet chuck is precise

 User Application Article  Capable of fast changeovers, a collet chuck design has a runout accuracy of five microns and is as an economical replacement for multi-bore and other styles of collet chucks in bar-fed applications.

News from Leader Chuck Systems (26 March 2004)

CD saves time on software/hardware selection

Engineers can use a measurement and control CD to quickly and select the best software and hardware for their test, measurement and industrial control applications, saving valuable time and resources.  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments (26 March 2004)

Sliding head auto sales rocket to meet demand

Demand for NC Engineering's Citizen CNC sliding head mill/turn automatic lathes has rocketed during the first quarter of 2004 as customers have hit capacity problems as business picks up.  Brochure Available 

News from Citizen Machinery UK (26 March 2004)

Handbook details 40,000 temperature, control items

Temperature monitoring and control handbook offers detailed information and specifications on over 40,000 products for process measurement and control featured on over 1,800 pages.  Brochure Available 

News from Omega Engineering (26 March 2004)

Software seeks machining features from solid model

CAM software uses automatic feature recognition to interrogate a solid model to find machineable features such as boss, profile and holes to accelerate the CNC programming process.

News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (26 March 2004)

Safety functions controlled via Profibus network

Machine builders can use software configurable, modular safety controller, to control and monitor safety functions and output data transferable via a Profibus network to a PLC or other controller.

News from Pilz Automation Technology (26 March 2004)

Free booklet commemorates Cadmium Centre opening

To mark the opening of a Cadmium Centre, Poeton has produced a new 30-page booklet explaining benefits of the cadmium process, which stands alone as a superior anti-corrosion coating.

News from Poeton Industries (26 March 2004)

European polyamide product costs go up

Rhodia Polyamide announced price increases of EUR 130 per metric ton for PA 66 base resins and Technyl polyamide 6 and 66 compounds will be increased by EUR 200 per metric ton - in Europe.

News from Rhodia Engineering Plastics (26 March 2004)

Certification capability extended to Far East

Sira and the Toshiba Corporation's Industrial and Power Systems and Services Company in Tokyo, Japan, have agreed to extend Sira's IEC 61508 certification capability into the Far East.

News from Sira (26 March 2004)

Pressure relief valves ensure low leakage

With poppet-style construction which ensures low leakage, hardened working parts for maximum durability, pressure relief valves now offer an attractive and cost-effective option.

News from Sterling Hydraulics (26 March 2004)

Add value and counter low labour cost competition

As production of plastic mouldings moves evermore towards lower cost manufacturing bases, UK moulding companies are looking to add value to their product says automatic assembly company.

News from TQC (26 March 2004)

IT acts on real time data for fast response

Based on real-time information, an IT solution enables better decision making and customer responsiveness, and is suited for complex supply chain environments and coping with the unexpected.

News from Webplan (26 March 2004)

Chocks And Bearings For Turkish Mill

The Morgoil Bearing Division of Morgan Construction Company has received a contract to upgrade the chocks and bearings from ERDEMIR Turkey.

News from Morgan Construction Company (26 March 2004)

Greentie Supplier Directory

GREENTIE, A Global Window of Opportunity for Greenhouse Gas Businesses

News from Future Energy solutions (26 March 2004)

ProSoft Announces Interactive Training

ProSoft Announces Interactive, On-demand, Web-based MicroStation Training

News from ProSoft (26 March 2004)

Reference manager 11 for windows launched

Thomson ISI Researchsoft launches reference manager 11 for windows  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific (26 March 2004)

Epicor supports visual studio and .NET Framework

Epicor Announces Support for Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 and Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0

News from Epicor (26 March 2004)

Electrical Schematics redrawn in CAD economically

Leonardo Computer Systems is pleased to offer a new service to transfer electrical schematics, drawn on paper, to CAD.

News from Leonardo Computer Systems (26 March 2004)

Connector range supported by adaptor kit

Harting has upgraded its range of D-Sub filtered connectors and has introduced an evaluation kit that allows users to select the optimum filter to meet their RFI suppression requirements.

News from Harting (26 March 2004)

Three-Phase Power Analyser

The PM300 power analyser, from TTi, is ideal for general-purpose measurements of watts, power factor, harmonics and voltage in the design, development and production of electrical equipment.

News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (26 March 2004)

Drives bring energy savings and an award

Electric motor drives maker has awarded a steel wheel manufacturer for achieving energy savings, in saving over 1,374MWh, equating to 605 tonnes of CO2, during 2003.

News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (25 March 2004)

Automation system builder offers design service

A leading automation products manufacturer and systems integrator has recently started doing work for designing and prototyping of special purpose assembly machines.

News from Elscint Automation (25 March 2004)

Progress marks first birthday of tooling project

One year into its three year term, the GTMA-led, EU funded, FASTOOL project, which aims to reduce toolmaking times by more than 50%, is making good progress.

News from GTMA (25 March 2004)

Touchscreen CNC eases surface grinder operation

Surface grinders offer unrivalled ease-of-use coupled to high productivity, thanks to touch screen CNC and advanced software that enables inexperienced operators produce immediately.

News from Jones and Shipman Precision (25 March 2004)

Customers connect, integrate and lower costs

Affordable, interconnected software and Web services enable companies to communicate with customers and suppliers, integrate with business and productivity applications, and lower costs.

News from Microsoft Dynamics (25 March 2004)

Orbital pipe welding equipment can be hired

Covering pipework diameters up to 325mm diameter, orbital welding systems can be hired can be hired on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and full support is given.

News from Orbitec (25 March 2004)

Reverse osmosis system purifies process water

High performance, reverse osmosis systems, designed for a diverse range of applications, purify water and protect against contamination and remove particulates.

News from Purite (25 March 2004)

Factory and product 'makeover' wins new orders

 User Application Article  Addressing design certification won new orders; a factory services equipment provider now wishes to radically redesign their product and production processes, aided by a manufacturing advisory firm.

News from Pera (25 March 2004)

Polyamide grades oust expensive foams and layering

Latest two polyamide grades offer more than 4dB improvement versus other engineering plastics such as glass reinforced PP or PA, removing expensive acoustic components such as foams or heavy layers.

News from Rhodia Engineering Plastics (25 March 2004)

No job is too tough for extended AC drives range

Powerful AC drives range has been extended to 690V - ideal for high-power applications requiring precise, reliable and cost effective motor control.  Brochure Available 

News from Rockwell Automation (25 March 2004)

South Korean subcontractor buys friction welder

South Korean car component manufacturer Dae Seung is using a friction welding machine supplied by Midlands engineering company Thompson for making steel propshafts for cars and 4WD vehicles.

News from Thompson Friction Welding (25 March 2004)

Vibratory bowl feeder for electron gun parts

Elscint Automation has a lot of expertise in feeding of Electron Gun Parts,the parts are very delicate and because of this Elscint provides PU lining for the Bowls.

News from Elscint Automation (25 March 2004)

New Release Features Solver on Demand

New Release Features Solver on Demand with Nexxim and Q3D Extractor to provide the most complete RF/mixed-signal IC design solution available today

News from Ansoft Europe (25 March 2004)

Boeing Improves PLM Capabilities

 User Application Article  Boeing Improves PLM Capabilities with Verity and MatrixOne

News from MatrixOne (25 March 2004)

Rofin Group Selects Solid Edge

 User Application Article  Rofin Group Selects Solid Edge as its Mainstream Computer-Aided Design System

News from Siemens PLM Software (25 March 2004)

Second Wave of NX Nastran Customers Announced

UGS PLM Solutions Announces Second Wave of NX Nastran Customers

News from Siemens PLM Software (25 March 2004)

Alliance To Offer Expanded Drug Development

LGC, has formed a strategic alliance with AKOS, that will enable both parties to expand the range of services they offer to drug discovery companies.

News from LGC (25 March 2004)

Torque Testers Make Testing Quick And Efficient

Mark-10 introduces its new family of torque test stands, ideal for a wide variety of torque testing applications up to 100 lbin.

News from Mark-10 (25 March 2004)

Misunderstanding ATEX changes could be costly

Engineers do not have to test EEx motors and drives together to comply with the latest version of the ATEX Directive, contrary to the current perception of many users, says Brook Crompton.

News from Brook Crompton (24 March 2004)

Rotary seal design increases operating life

Developed to meet the specific requirements of manufacturing and process environments found in the on and offshore industries, a novel rotary seal design reduces operating costs.

News from Ceetak (24 March 2004)

CNC production lathe spurs model company growth

 User Application Article  Instead of using 'trainer' type lathes, model steam locomotive building company purchased a CNC slant bed production lathe, which proved to be a catalyst for company growth.

News from Colchester-Harrison (24 March 2004)

Oil mist eliminator removes shopfloor smoke plumes

A purpose designed oil mist eliminator can remove fugitive emissions of oil-laden exhaust air from lubrication systems associated with high-performance machinery.

News from Dollinger International (24 March 2004)

Wireless transmission captures re-engineering data

A MACH demonstration of a totally integrated reverse engineering technology cell will combine laser-based data capture, computer-aided off-line programming and CNC machining.

News from Europac Metrology (24 March 2004)

Metal detector helps ice cream get BRC approval

 User Application Article  Metal detector search head in sanitary stainless steel finish has been installed on a conveyor, along which ice cream cartons, tub sizes pass, to detect any metallic contamination.  Brochure Available 

News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (24 March 2004)

Heavy duty parts handler orientates precisely

A heavy-duty version of a parts handling and manipulation system enables workpiece grippers and operating heads weighing up to 100kg to be located and oriented precisely in any axis.

News from Gudel UK (24 March 2004)

'A10V' equivalent piston pumps offered complete

'A10V' equivalent piston pumps are supplied as complete units, and are backed by a repair and spare parts service from a service and supply centre, using fully interchangeable components.

News from Hydra-Perm-Co (24 March 2004)

Intelligent tag reader tracks in real time

Set to revolutionise the efficiency and reduce the costs of warehouse distribution systems, an intelligent tag reader tracks products/objects in real time.  Brochure Available 

News from IDC - Intelligent Distributed Controls (24 March 2004)

Sodick EDM parts supplier generates success

KHS-Europe is celebrating achieving over GBP 250,000/month sales of Sodick EDM parts and consumables, from a standing start in July 2003, when the company opened for business.

News from KHS-Europe (24 March 2004)

Open house will demonstrate 20 CNC machines

An open house will be held from 6th to 8th July 2004 at Geo Kingsbury Machine Tools where in excess of 20 turning and machining centres from Index, Traub and Hermle will be demonstrated.

News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (24 March 2004)

Monition becomes Emerson Machinery distributor

Monition, an asset management and condition monitoring company, has become an official UK distributor for the CSI brand of Emerson Machinery Health Management equipment and systems.

News from Monition (24 March 2004)

Alternative to fork lifts or cranes saved space

 User Application Article  Whilst planning the new M8-40 assembly line, an off-road vehicles manufacturer realised it could save time and floor space if a new way was found for moving the chassis down the line.

News from Nu-Star Material Handling (24 March 2004)

Brochure and CD describe wide range of lubricants

A high quality full colour brochure, with accompanying interactive CD, describes specialist engineering lubricants, additives and metal cleaning products for a wide range needs.

News from Stuart (24 March 2004)

Brush reduces punch press sheet positioning noise

A brush adaptor that surrounds the die on Trumpf style punch press tools and multi tools eliminates any metal to metal contact between the sheet material being processed and the tool die.

News from Wilson Tool International (24 March 2004)

Powerful gearbox drives are maintenance-free

Powerful, compact and versatile, reliable gearboxes allow end-users to reduce the size and weight of assemblies whilst ensuring high levels of reliability and minimal maintenance.  Brochure Available 

News from ZF Great Britain (24 March 2004)

Tool breakage monitoring extends unmanned running

Critical tool breakage monitoring system takes two seconds to check critical tools thus enabling 100% critical tool monitoring to take place without adding significantly to the part cycle time.

News from Hardinge Machine Tools (24 March 2004)

New Board appointment at Epic Data

Epic Data Announces Appointment to its Board of Directors

News from Epic Data International (24 March 2004)

Free ART VPS downloads

Free ART VPS downloads demonstrate close integration with 3D modeling software

News from ARTVPS (24 March 2004)

Microsoft Business Solutions Previews Enhancements

Microsoft Business Solutions Previews Solution Enhancements That Increase Efficiency and Streamline Decision-Making

News from Microsoft Dynamics (24 March 2004)

Wireless Ethernet to Serial Devices

TR Control Solutions are pleased to announce the introduction of the EZL-300W Wireless Serial Device Server.

News from TR Control Solutions (24 March 2004)

Lightweight unit carries out torque audits

Ideal for torque audits, a rugged lightweight portable unit by Quality data Systems collects data from a wide variety of torque wrenches, torque transducers and rundown tools.

News from Quality Gauging Systems (23 March 2004)

Distributed process planning software introduced

"PLM Workspace for Manufacturing Engineering" enables distributed process planning between manufacturers and suppliers for improved collaboration across the extended enterprise.

News from Delmia (23 March 2004)

Latch clamps ensure lids and covers stay shut

Nineteen executions of latch clamp feature wire or flat tensioners, or screw adjustable hook plates, in nickel plated steel and in AISI 304 stainless steel for corrosion susceptible environments.  Brochure Available 

News from Elesa (UK) (23 March 2004)

500ms fault recovery offered on Gigabit Ethernet

Previously industry has traded bandwidth size for recovery speed but by using managed Ethernet switches, resilient Gigabit Ethernet networks can now function with just 500ms fault recovery delay.

News from GarrettCom Europe (23 March 2004)

Parts cleaned to comply with 'lean' manufacturing

How does the lean manufacturer clean components in a short cycle time, in a very small footprint area, achieving very low residual particle contaminants and 100% dryness levels?  Brochure Available 

News from Guyson International (23 March 2004)

Consistent real time data helps cut costs

Providing a direct, web-based interface between the factory floor and MRP, quality analysis and CRM, software supplies management with the consistent real time data it requires to cut cost.

News from Inmoco (23 March 2004)

ITS becomes a Werum PAS-X MES solution partner

Industrial Technology Systems, an independent solution provider has recently signed an agreement to become Werum Software and Systems' PAS-X MES solution partner in the UK and Ireland.

News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (23 March 2004)

Flowmeters help to neutralise explosive gas

 User Application Article  Eight flowmeters installed as part of a system to purify and neutralise explosive gas in a hazardous area accurately monitor and visually display the volume of water being used to clean the gas.

News from Krohne (23 March 2004)

PLC programming tools supports five languages

PLC programming software, which has been improved with a more user-friendly interface, offers programmers significant time-savings and flexibility.

News from Panasonic Electric Works UK (23 March 2004)

Latest automation control equipment to be on show

Mitsubishi Electric is staging multiple presentations at this year's Hannover Messe, underlining its position as one of the world leaders in automation technology.  Brochure Available 

News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (23 March 2004)

Three turrets deploy 72 tools for mill-turn jobs

Claiming to make available more turret-mounted tooling than practically any other lathe on the market, an 11-axis, twin-opposed-spindle, mill-turn centre deploys three, 24-tool, turrets.

News from Mills Manufacturing Technology (23 March 2004)

Enhanced subcontract measurement service set up

An enhanced subcontract measurement service for dimensional, form and profile inspection has been announced and uses the very latest instruments and software.

News from OGP UK (23 March 2004)

Over centre catches secure motorcycle panniers

 User Application Article  One of the most demanding applications for over centre catches has been the securing of lids to the main body of of hand-crafted aluminium luggage panniers for motorcycles.

News from Protex Fasteners (23 March 2004)

Companies reap global innovation benefits

A recent survey undertaken by UK's 'The Engineer' magazine, in association with Pera, has shown that companies that are engaging in a global innovation strategy are reaping the benefits.

News from Pera (23 March 2004)

Buy a CNC machine tool and get DNC free

At MACH 2004, a control systems software provider is offering free DNC software and installation to any purchaser of a new CNC machine tool at the show and during March 1 - August 31.

News from Seiki Systems (23 March 2004)

Airbag wraps production to be doubled

Advanced Label Technologies is doubling current capacity and improves production flexibility in state-of-the-art airbag wraps specifically targeting the automotive safety market.

News from Sentega Holding bv (23 March 2004)

Spring In to Action

The Elscint Spring Disentangler feeds out the Springs through tubes to the point of use with an output of up to 200 springs per minute.

News from Elscint Automation (23 March 2004)

Hot competition for Polar Challenge title

This year's Polar Challenge competitors face hot competition from the first team of women to take part in the 290-mile race across the frozen Arctic wasteland to reach the North Pole.

News from eg Solutions (23 March 2004)

New Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope

The HD-2300 scanning transmission electron microscope (Stem) offers improved resolution and significantly enhanced analytical capabilities for materials and semiconductor applications.

News from Hitachi High-Technologies (23 March 2004)

LAT Offers Low Cost FTIR Microscopy System

FTIR Microscopy system is equipped with Merlin software, a full-featured spectroscopic data collection and analysis program that includes the ability to perform simple quantitative analysis.

News from Lambda Advanced Technology (23 March 2004)

Award Rounds Off Excellent Four Days At Foodex

Sussex based Marco Weighing Systems have just been awarded the Foodex/Meatex Innovation award for their inspirational Trac-It E4 fourth dimension Total Factory Solution.

News from Marco (23 March 2004)

On Line Analysis Of Chloride A Success

 User Application Article  The Metrohm 821 IC Process Analyser has been running continuously On - Line at Ferrybridge Power Station for several months monitoring the Chloride and Sulphate levels on two of its 4 Boiler Units.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK (23 March 2004)

Success In Open Mobile Alliance's Test Fest

Magic4, a leading supplier of seamless mobile messaging software solutions, has announced its successful completion in the latest Open Mobile Alliance (OMA) Test Fest.

News from magic4 (23 March 2004)

High Performance Sampling Instrument

Thermo Electron Corporation launches the Finnigan TriPlus Autosampler, a next generation XYZ robotic GC and GC/MS solution for the modern analytical laboratory.

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (23 March 2004)

Ultrasonic Titration Kinetic Analyser Launched

The Titration Kinetic Analyser revolutionises analysis of chemical reactions and molecular binding by using only a small amount of sample, approximately 40 microliters (volume of one droplet).

News from Ultrasonic Scientific (23 March 2004)

Chromatography And Mass Spectrometry

 User Application Article  The Finnigan LTQ from Thermo Electron delivers exceptional protein sequence coverage with sub-femtomole full-scan LC/MS/MS sensitivity at breakthrough speed.

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (23 March 2004)

Motor producer's trading name simplified

Initially the UK operation included 'Lafert' in its trading name to denote AEG's incorporation into the Lafert Group. Now, in the fourth year of trading, the trading name has been simplified.

News from Lafert Electric Motors (22 March 2004)

What is a temperature probe? How is one designed?

 User Application Article  The term "temperature probe" is used to describe a temperature sensor assembly that enables a temperature sensing element to be located and to be electrically connected to instrumentation.

News from Betatherm Ireland (22 March 2004)

Wide range of seals and services will be on show

Ceetak will be exhibiting its latest seals for the packaging sector at the UK's TOTAL exhibition, including O-ring, gasket and moulded shape seals and PTFE diaphragms and bellows.

News from Ceetak (22 March 2004)

One product supports wired and wireless networking

Claimed to be industry's first Wi-Fi and wired interchangeable embedded modules, a one product design can now support wired and wireless networking.

News from Digi International (22 March 2004)

'Plug and play' digital inverter drive is low-cost

A low-cost 'plug and play' digital inverter drive, initially for 0.75kW AC motors, has been introduced in reponse to market demand.

News from DeltaSense (22 March 2004)

Stepper motors modified without damage risk

Sanyo Denki stepper motor systems can be expertly built to customised designs, thus removing the potential for damage when modifications are made in-house by the user.

News from EAO (22 March 2004)

GSPK Electronics win major PCB supply contract

Knaresborough based GSPK Electronics have secured a major new contract with Tyco Electronics for the supply of full PCB assembly and box build for a new product.

News from GSPK Electronics (22 March 2004)

Torque flange improvements increase accuracy

The accuracy of a HBM torque flange has been increased by reducing the effect of temperature variations during measurements.  Brochure Available 

News from HBM UK (22 March 2004)

Small diameter tube drilled and tapped accurately

 User Application Article  An unusual job involved drilling and tapping fine holes in silver-plated, mild steel tube requiring holes to be produced within tight positioning tolerances.

News from Holifield (Oxford) (22 March 2004)

ArchestrA technology simplifies device integration

A new DA server is designed to replace Siemens Simatic Net middleware to connect to PLCs in the Siemens S7 family and offer enhanced communication diagnostics and performance.

News from Invensys (22 March 2004)

Air-cooled induction sealers suit all packaging

Latest air-cooled induction sealers are designed for use on all packaging lines, from low to very high production speeds, with a stationary mounted sealing coil, or a unitised portable system.

News from Pillar Technologies (22 March 2004)

Induction sealing business makes new appointments

Thame based Sherman that manufactures and supports Pillar induction sealers in Europe has announced the appointment of Peter Tindale as product manager and Steve Welling, technical support.

News from Pillar Technologies (22 March 2004)

UK manufacturing slump is over? No-one told us!

UK's CBI said that the slump in manufacturing is now officially over, but nobody has told us at the front end of manufacturing, says Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association's chairman!

News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (22 March 2004)

Vision inspection system is user-friendly

Flexibility and ease of use, thanks to powerful, advanced software tools, are the hallmarks of a high-performance vision inspection system that is easy to set up and configure.  Brochure Available 

News from Omron Electronics (22 March 2004)

Driver shows safety controller data on interface

A driver is now available to enable the PMIopen touchscreen interface to be used directly with the PNOZmulti configurable safety controller and enables users to view PNOZmulti controller data.

News from Pilz Automation Technology (22 March 2004)

Flat faced coupling connects refrigerants safely

Specialists in quick release connectors, have introduced a flat faced, non-spill coupling that provides long-term leak tightness and eliminates fluid losses on all refrigeration circuits.  Brochure Available 

News from Staubli UK (Connectors) (22 March 2004)

Machining centre offers speed and accuracy

High productivity, 4-axis machining of automotive and aerospace components are the main application areas for a twin-pallet machining centre that combines speed and accuracy.

News from Toyoda Mitsui Europe UK (22 March 2004)

Lubrication pump offers space and cost savings

Component lubrication pumps are fitted onto and driven by a shaft that is part of the equipment that requires lubrication and consists of only pumping elements and cover.

News from Tuthill Pump Group (22 March 2004)

Fluid power products have superior quality

Standard and customised fluid power products for hydraulic and pneumatic applications offer superior quality and immediate delivery, and all at a very competitive price.

News from UK Instruments and Controls (22 March 2004)

Manual/CNC lathes satisfy safety critical criteria

 User Application Article  Nickel-titanium material is expensive and machining by turning is regarded as very difficult, but innovative lathe control helped to optimise machining conditions to get good results.  Brochure Available 

News from XYZ Machine Tools (22 March 2004)

P3-MMS in use at Komatsu America

 User Application Article  Komatsu kicks-off Epic Data's P3 Materials Management System (P3-MMS) at its Ripley, Tennessee Facility

News from Epic Data International (22 March 2004)

Remy Cointreau Goes Live with Manugistics

 User Application Article  Remy Cointreau Goes Live with Manugistics' Supply Chain Management Solutions

News from Manugistics (22 March 2004)

O2 Selects Manugistics

 User Application Article  O2 Selects Manugistics Supply Chain Solutions to Increase Availability of Hand-Held Devices and Mobile Services in the UK

News from Manugistics (22 March 2004)

Lufthansa Systems Chooses Manugistics

 User Application Article  Lufthansa Cargo to maximise responsiveness and efficiencies with Manugistics' Cargo production planning system

News from Manugistics (22 March 2004)

National Physical Lab opts for Ansys FE software

 User Application Article  National Physical Lab opts for a full measure of Ansys FE software

News from Ansys (22 March 2004)

Internet Security Platform Market Expected To Soar

Internet Security Platform Market Expected To Soar

News from Advantech (UK) (22 March 2004)

The Ultimate ATX Industrial Motherboard

Advantech's New ATX Industrial Motherboard Solution: The AIMB-700 Series

News from Advantech (UK) (22 March 2004)

A Cost Cutting GPIB Card with a PCI Interface

The new PCI-1670 card from Advantech is designed to cut costs for instrument makers and researchers that need high performance GPIB cards.

News from Advantech (UK) (22 March 2004)

CNH (Case New Holland) Selects Solid Edge

 User Application Article  CNH (Case New Holland) Selects Solid Edge Computer-Aided Design Software to Increase Productivity and Reduce Costs

News from Siemens PLM Software (22 March 2004)

The Corporate Wardrobe Chooses XeBusiness for IT

 User Application Article  The Corporate Wardrobe Chooses XeBusiness for IT

News from XeBusiness (22 March 2004)

ABB Partner With Wimmer

ABB have partnered with the largest selling compliance solution for Excel Spreadsheets to add to their portfolio of consultancy services to the pharmaceutical industry.

News from ABB Process Solutions (22 March 2004)

Radio Transceiver Displays Remote Strain Gauge

The TDM, now available from Celsum Technologies, is a completely portable, battery-powered radio transceiver and display for strain gauge based sensors.  Brochure Available 

News from Celsum Technologies (22 March 2004)

Websites Multi-Language Audiovisual Presentation

Malvern Process Systems' dynamic new website which went live on 8 March 2004, provides visitors with an extensive guide to in-process particle characterization, its background and applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Malvern Instruments (22 March 2004)

Nanomechanical Test Systems

Megatech announce the availability of a new range of high quality Nanomechanical test equipment, designed to measure material properties such as modulus and hardness at the nanometre scale.

News from Megatech (22 March 2004)

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