News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 9 January
to Saturday 15 January 2005
No-mix epoxy has 'unlimited' working life
Designed to have 'unlimited' working life at room temperature, a single component, no-mix epoxy resin system is intended for bonding, sealing and impregnation applications. Brochure Available
News from Master Bond (14 January 2005)
Low voltage performance motors' kW range raised
Rated up to 1000kW, a low voltage process performance motor range, with flexible engineering platform, is designed to provide unfailing service in the most demanding applications.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (14 January 2005)
Micromech handshakes with FANUC Robotics
Micromech Robotics division is delighted to announce its appointment as a system integrator for FANUC Robots in the UK.
News from Micromech (14 January 2005)
Airknife systems improve drying and save money
User Application Article Effective drying, cleaning and cooling of conveyorised components/materials is difficult to achieve, but the use of air knives is solving the problem for many different industries. Brochure Available
News from Air Control Industries (14 January 2005)
Productivity boosted by technology combination
Following series of tooling trials to evaluate new carbide grades, geometries and the latest nano-particulate substrates, machining cycle times were reduced further.
News from Springer Rapid Industries (14 January 2005)
All sensing products combined in one catalogue
Banner Engineering's 2005 Sensing Products Catalog combines for the first time all of Banner's 15,000 plus sensing products into a single comprehensive printed resource.
News from Banner Engineering (14 January 2005)
Innovative punch press tooling to be demonstrated
Demonstrations of tapping and shearing tooling for sheet metal punch presses will be made alongside slug-free (burr-free) dies and thin-turret tooling for Strippit punch presses. Brochure Available
News from Mate Precision Tooling (14 January 2005)
Flexible hose suppliers to merge
The UK's two most experienced suppliers of hygienic flexible hose assemblies have merged. CRP Flex-Rite and Chemgiene will trade as FlexRite Chemgiene.
News from FlexRite Chemgiene (14 January 2005)
UK autosport machining/inspection seminar repeated
Following a successful event last November, Delcam is to repeat its free seminar showing how the latest developments in machining and inspection technology can improve quality and boost productivity. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (14 January 2005)
Website includes latest precision slides details
Details on a range of precision slides are included on a new website that contains comprehensive coverage of telescopic slide products, 3D CAD Models and PDF files.
News from Widney UK (14 January 2005)
Robot cell boosts moulder's performance by 100%
User Application Article A robotic injection moulding cell has boosted a moulded plastics novelty company's manufacturing performance by over 100 per cent and raised its competitiveness in a tough market. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (14 January 2005)
Subontracting show has machine tool zone
UK subcontract manufacturing exhibition will feature a complementary Machine Tool Zone to give machine tool companies the chance to reach a wide range of high-level buyers.
News from Subcon (14 January 2005)
Subcontracting topic papers called for
The UK Subcon 2005 conference entitled 'Sourcing and subcontracting in global markets - survival strategies for buyers and suppliers' will be held alongside the Subcon exhibition.
News from Subcon (14 January 2005)
PCI-Based 200 MS/s 12-Bit Digitiser announced
National Instruments has announced the NI PCI-5124, a PCI version of its popular 12-bit, 200 MS/s PXI-based digitiser. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (14 January 2005)
SolidWorks brings power of 3D to MDT 2005
SolidWorks Corporation has announced that it will be demonstrating its SolidWorks 3D solid modelling mechanical design software at MDT 2005
News from SolidWorks Corporation (14 January 2005)
Five top tips for optimising energy efficiency
Technical Background Article With the proper use of BEMS controls it is possible to make as much as 30% energy savings and in some cases even more
News from AEC (14 January 2005)
Testing tensile strength of wet paper
A Finch device available from Lloyd instruments for loop tensile testing of wet paper or board products up to 25 mm or 50 mm width.
News from Lloyd Instruments (14 January 2005)
Contractors get prepared for Part P testing
Megger has produced a complete Part P testing kit, which comprises two instruments, an insulation and continuity tester and a combined loop and RCD tester. Brochure Available
News from Megger (14 January 2005)
Manufacturing software needs fewer keystrokes
Latest release of a comprehensive manufacturing software suite, provides major time savings and more streamlined operation, with fewer data entry or command keystrokes. Brochure Available
News from Jobshop (14 January 2005)
Electrode software cuts electrode machining time
Users of WorkNC-CAD Electrode software, for the design, extraction and machining of EDM electrodes,have reported savings in preparation and machining times of some 40%.
News from Sescoi International (13 January 2005)
DDA compliance can give access to new business
Lifts and platforms for industry take on a new meaning, now that Part III of the UK's Disability Discrimination Act requires those regarded as 'service providers' to offer disabled access.
News from Britannia Lift (13 January 2005)
SolidWorks files directly loaded into EdgeCAM
With EdgeCAM Solid Machinist software, the SolidWorks user is able to load files directly into EdgeCAM without data translation, enabling faster NC programming.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (13 January 2005)
ERP materials management module enhanced
Substantial performance enhancements have been made to an ERP module that now has all customer-specific patches from the past three years for small and mid-sized manufacturers.
News from OpenERP Solutions (13 January 2005)
Advanced vision engine made for sorting systems
For 'Tegra' and 'Optyx' optical sorting systems, a modular electro-optical foundation features an advanced, modular vision engine and high-performance cameras.
News from Key Technology (13 January 2005)
China adopts Modbus protocol for automation
The Standardization Administration of China (SAC) has formally launched three standards - based on Modbus protocols - for industrial automation and a conformance test laboratory will be set up.
News from Modbus-IDA (13 January 2005)
Panel meter users' preference announced
The readers of 'Control Design Magazine' have again selected Red Lion's PAX series as their most preferred brand of panel meters for the fourth consecutive year.
News from Red Lion Controls (13 January 2005)
Boiler rules change results in FMS ousting TL
User Application Article Change in UK domestic boiler legislation led to a boiler manufacturer to replace a dedicated transfer line with a 'FMS', which is served by a highly flexible pallet handling system.
News from Fastems Divisions, Helvar (13 January 2005)
A small world thanks to BT's intelligent directory
Clever phone directory software from BT uses peoples' social networks to help them make quicker connections
News from BT Global Services (13 January 2005)
Mayetic Introduces On-Demand Collaboration
Mayetic's Premium Workspaces are internet-based ready-to-use packages that provide comprehensive, highly flexible and secure collaboration workspaces, available directly on the internet.
News from Mayetic Corp. (13 January 2005)
Successful PLM Deployment at Neopost Industrie
User Application Article Dassault Systemes has announced the completion of a successful Smarteam PLM deployment project at Neopost, a provider of mailroom equipment and logistics systems.
News from Dassault Systemes (13 January 2005)
Racal Antennas choose K3's Smartvision CRM
User Application Article Racal Antennas has purchased SmartVision CRM, powered by Microsoft CRM, for quotation management and forecasting.
News from K3 Business Technology Group (13 January 2005)
European sensor applications centre
Allegro MicroSystems Europe has opened a European sensor applications centre in Annecy, France that will provide state-of-the-art technical support.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (13 January 2005)
Group meeting planned
Bookings are now being taken for the Spring 2005 meeting of UK QSAR and Chemoinformatics Group.
News from IDBS (13 January 2005)
Low-cost generator has versatile display system
The TG330 function generator, new from TTi is an advanced 3 MHz analogue generator with built-in sweep, amplitude modulation and simultaneous digital display of frequency and level.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (13 January 2005)
Novel cleaning system launched in USA and Canada
Enduropower, the innovative cleaning system for the food, beverage and dairy industries, is now available in the USA and Canada in addition to nine European countries.
News from JohnsonDiversey (13 January 2005)
Ethernet switches are fault-tolerant
Industrial strength Ethernet switch delivers reliability and performance through its ultra-fast, fault-tolerant network redundancy and other features that are essential in critical real-time systems. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (12 January 2005)
Motor starters tap advanced control technology
Simple specification and installation, high reliability and performance and a remarkably small footprint are just some of the benefits attained by a medium voltage motor starter.
News from Schneider Electric (12 January 2005)
Peak is appointed UK representative for Quintest
Peak Test Services has been appointed as the exclusive UK representative for the range of automatic test markers for quality assurance purposes produced by Quintest of Kirchheim, Germany.
News from Peak Test Services (12 January 2005)
CAM software gives yacht designers more freedom
User Application Article CAM software and CNC milling are giving designers at a yacht builder more freedom, as working only in CAD before, they were limited by carpenters' and pattern-makers' expertise. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (12 January 2005)
Butterfly valves are highly corrosion-resistant
Butterfly valves with TFM valve seats and linings are believed by their manufacturer to be the most advanced corrosion resistance types in the world as they resist highly aggressive chemicals.
News from Tyco Flow Controls (12 January 2005)
Bigger laser systems perform plate working
User Application Article While large area laser profilers and heavy duty press brakes can produce 12m long components, the machines can profitably do large numbers of smaller parts too, says a subcontractor.
News from LVD (UK) (12 January 2005)
Standard machine elements can be customised
Coated handles and knobs that destroy bacteria is an example of the degree of customisation available for standard machine elements using a variety of manufacturing techniques. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (12 January 2005)
Gas welding safety officers should be accredited
Murex Welding Products says that those involved in oxy-fuel gas welding system safety should be able to demonstrate some form of accreditation when offering their services to third parties. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (12 January 2005)
Gas welding equipment complies with EN standards
Gas welding and cutting equipment has independent third party verification of compliance with EN standards from two of Europe's most renowned test houses, says supplier. Brochure Available
News from BIG (12 January 2005)
Robot eliminates hand polishing of wing panels
User Application Article Eliminating the need for hand polishing, a robot is being used to polish aircraft wing access panels, to remove machining marks, in batches of up to 48 access panels of 12 different sizes. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (12 January 2005)
Sawing machine sales see threefold increase
A threefold increase in order intake to GBP 2 million in 2004 compared with the previous year is reported by Kasto, part of the German sawing machine manufacturer, Kasto Maschinenbau.
News from Kasto (12 January 2005)
Visioneering secures ISO 14001 Standard
Visioneering UK, the Coventry-based engineering partner for automotive, aerospace and other manufacturing industries, has secured the ISO 14001 Environmental Standard.
News from Visioneering UK (12 January 2005)
Hinge design drastically reduces assembly cost
Costs for attaching items such as hinges to an enclosure door and frame often outweigh the cost of the hinge itself, but a new hinge design reduces assembly costs near to zero. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (12 January 2005)
New materials address RSI in guarding systems
User Application Article Following the recognition of occupational overuse syndrome (OOS), or RSI as it is more widely known, the role of machine guarding to protect operators has been expanded.
News from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster ) (12 January 2005)
Access lifts make rolling stock building safer
User Application Article Four large access platform lifts are making continuous work platforms to provide safe access for workers engaged in long-length rail vehicle construction and are raising their flexibility.
News from Britannia Lift (12 January 2005)
Craftsmanship becomes car-building
The concept of craftsmanship is a 'hot topic' in the automotive industry at the moment as car makers strive to create new models that will have all-round appeal for buyers.
News from Visioneering UK (12 January 2005)
First Automatic Scan Alignment Tool on the Market
InnovMetric Software has announced the release of the first fully automatic scan alignment tool on the market.
News from InnovMetric Software Inc (12 January 2005)
Freeform Feature Based Machining launched
Schott Systeme launch `Freeform Feature Based Machining´, their new feature based machining for freeform surfaces (and solids).
News from Schott Systeme GmbH (12 January 2005)
Vision Numeric and Swarovski join forces
Swarovski and Vision Numeric have announced a long-term alliance to offer a unique CAD solution dedicated to jewelry design: 3DESIGN.
News from Vision Numeric (12 January 2005)
New PURE PCI card for rendering and graphic design
ART VPS has announced the latest release of PURE - accelerated rendering hardware specifically designed to harness the core graphics technologies of Mac OS X and high performance of the Power Mac G5.
News from ARTVPS (12 January 2005)
Design Chain Associates at the NEDA Summit
Design Chain Associates will participate in the National Electronic Distributors Association (NEDA) RoHS/Lead-Free Summit, to be held on January 11, 2005 from 8 am to 5 pm in Dallas, Texas.
News from Design Chain Associates (12 January 2005)
UK QSAR and Cheminformatics Group Meeting
UK QSAR and Chemoinformatics Group is pleased to announce bookings are now being taken for the Spring 2005 meeting.
News from IDBS (12 January 2005)
Delcam to show latest jewellery software
Delcam will demonstrate the latest version of its ArtCAM JewelSmith software for the jewellery industry at the Spring Fair to be held at the NEC, Birmingham, from 6th to 10th February. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (12 January 2005)
Smallest Isolated Analogue Signal Conditioner
Impulse Corporation announces the introduction of Dataforth Corporation's new SensorLex 8B isolated analogue signal conditioners.
News from Impulse (12 January 2005)
Security services to protect plant data
Rockwell Automation has introduced centralised security services for all Rockwell Software and third party products to help protect vital plant data Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad (12 January 2005)
Besser standardises on SolidWorks
User Application Article Besser Company has standardized on SolidWorks 3D mechanical design and Cosmos design analysis software to streamline the design of its extensive product line.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (12 January 2005)
Software gives yacht designers more freedom
User Application Article The addition of Delcam's PowerMill CAM software has given designers at the Viking Yacht Company increased freedom to create new advanced aesthetic features. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (12 January 2005)
Thread check tool available online
Due to popular demand, an Inch size only Thread check tool has been developed and is now available to purchase online.
News from Empire Sales and Distribution (12 January 2005)
Ground-breaking sales contract
Malvern Instruments has secured a multi-year contract with Votorantim Cimentos to supply Insitec on-line particle size analyzers for at least 30 of their cement production lines. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (12 January 2005)
Rail-mounted terminals work in hazards
Complying with major International standards and has ATEX approval as standard, a range of rail mounted terminals are suitable for use in hazardous environments. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (11 January 2005)
Machine vision systems use normal PC technology
PC based machine vision systems provide dedicated inspection platforms yet they use 'off the shelf' PC technology and can be operated in harsh industrial environments.
News from Shelton Machines (11 January 2005)
CAD software features many new function groups
Included in latest CAD software are new function groups, such as dimensions, customizable user workflows, element quick selection, raster table recognition, and many more.
News from Softelec (11 January 2005)
Simulation predicts microstructure for hot forging
Software system will simulate the microstructure evolution of nickel-based alloys such as Waspaloy and IN718 during hot forging to help optimise and control grain size.
News from Wilde FEA (11 January 2005)
Heavy duty wheels keep assembly on track
User Application Article UK subsidiary of German conveyor manufacturer, has successfully installed two innovative conveyor lines using heavy duty wheels, for an assembly lfor heavy construction machinery.
News from Brauer (11 January 2005)
Implications of BS EN 294: 1992 are far-reaching
Technical Background Article One of the most important standards relating to machinery guarding is BS EN 294: 1992 says Jeremy Procter, yet many machine builders still use 'best skill and judgement' instead. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (11 January 2005)
Laser system helps align machinery
Advanced intuitive laser-based hardware that only uses icons and graphics allows plant and maintenance engineers to accurately measure and align machinery. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (11 January 2005)
Software to aid environmental management
An innovative new software program is set to help companies save money, tackle environmental management issues and and gain accreditation to ISO 14001.
News from E9 (11 January 2005)
Control relays are more powerful
Latest generation of easy control relays have a three times more powerful memory, are more versatile and faster than previous models and offer engineers even more application possibilities.
News from Moeller Electric (11 January 2005)
Air bearing axis brings cost-effective performance
An air bearing linear axis that is suitable for general production environments uses an extruded aluminium beam rather than conventional granite to reduce its price.
News from Anorad UK (See Rockwell Automation Anorad) (11 January 2005)
Blower unit helps to de-dust personnel
User Application Article The manufacture of plasterboard means that dust is ever-present in production areas and dust is collected on operators' clothes but a blower unit helps to remove dust. Brochure Available
News from Air Control Industries (11 January 2005)
Integrated motor includes high and low power units
The Allen-Bradley Kinetix 6000 range, a key element within the Allen-Bradley Integrated Motion Solution, has been expanded to include new low and high-power versions. Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad (11 January 2005)
PLCs and drives get lifetime warranty
Mitsubishi are now offering an uncompromising Lifetime Warranty on the FX Series of PLCs as well as the Mitsubishi S500 and E520 ranges of low voltage drives. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (11 January 2005)
Weighing and traceability raise profitability
User Application Article Weighing and traceability in powerful self-contained weighing and control stations are helping improve profitability for a leading gelatine capsule manufacturer.
News from Marco (11 January 2005)
Catalogue details 21,000 H and S products
Signs and Labels has just launched its latest Safetyshop catalogue for Spring/Summer 2005 and it contains over new 1,000 health and safety products added to 21,000 detailed already.
News from Signs and Labels (11 January 2005)
Upgrade raises ceramics processing precision
User Application Article Ceramics producer has recently upgraded its vacuum brazing facility at their Rugby factory with state of the art HMI to provide high precision in temperature and vacuum levels.
News from Specnow (11 January 2005)
New Automotive CAD Certification Courses
The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and Cadpo announce the release of the first three CAD certification courses and examinations along with a 2005 training and examination schedule.
News from iKnowledge Solutions (11 January 2005)
Exstream Software Continues Global Expansion
Exstream Software has announced the establishment of Exstream Software UK with the opening of an office in London, England.
News from Exstream Software (11 January 2005)
Crown Caps Condiments In Slovakia
User Application Article Perkins, a Slovakia-based producer of condiments and other prepared foods, has selected Crown Closures Europe as sole supplier of metal caps for its full product line.
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. (11 January 2005)
Printed Lidding Films Top Salad Packs
User Application Article FFP have produced printed Esterpeel lidding films for new salad packs for Soleco, owners of the Florette salad brand.
News from FFP Packaging Solutions (11 January 2005)
Packing Line Head Analysis In Real Time
Harford has developed a generic head-by-head, performance analysis system that enables users of high-speed packing lines to perform head-balancing to improve yields and eliminate many rejects.
News from Harford Control (11 January 2005)
Energy Chain Control Cables Withstand Stresses
CF130.UL/140.UL cables from Igus are claimed to be an affordable option from the Chainflex range of control cables for energy chain systems. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (11 January 2005)
New Distribution Centre For Materials Supplier
Online Packaging Limited of Wakefield (UK) has unveiled plans to build a new distribution centre, on Valencia Park at the Europort Estate, Castleford.
News from Online Packaging (11 January 2005)
Online Expands Into The UK Midlands
Online Packaging has launched a new operation in Hinckley (UK) to provide packaging to industrial users throughout Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Staffordshire and Nottinghamshire.
News from Online Packaging (11 January 2005)
NTS inflatable packaging systems introduced
The new Fill-Air NTS inflatable packaging system from Sealed Air Corporation provides on-demand, clean and fast packaging
News from Sealed Air (11 January 2005)
Combilifts give more power to the shower
User Application Article Daryl Anodising has been able to increase storage capacity by 30 per cent thanks to the versatile operation of 2 LPG powered Combilift multi-directional forklifts they now use.
News from Combilift Ltd (11 January 2005)
Pulsation widens deep drawing scope
At EuroBLECH, Walter Neff demonstrated a double-action hydraulic press with a pulsating blankholder that performed a deep drawing pass in one instead of two stages.
News from Walter Neff (10 January 2005)
Flow wrap is faster and avoids air leakage
User Application Article In a move away from the traditional roll wrap - subject to air leakage - to an automated, high speed, flow wrapped packaging arena at a biscuits manufacturer performs faster packaging.
News from Bosch SIG Pack Systems (10 January 2005)
2005 power press demand expected to grow
In the first half of 2004, the German power press builder, Mueller Weingarten, recorded an order intake of EUR 216.9m - nearly double 2003's performance and expects more in 2005.
News from Muller Weingarten (10 January 2005)
Software and 'soft bending' up pressbrake accuracy
As well as deploying new software that has increased bending speed by up to 20%, a press brake also features a 'soft bending' movement to increase accuracy and repeatability. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (10 January 2005)
Thermoformable composite is light weight
Azdel Rail-Lite composite is a low-pressure, thermoformable, lightweight composite sheet that exhibits excellent flame, smoke, toxicity, and heat-release properties.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (10 January 2005)
Butter packing lines operate up to 180 cartons/h
Danish-built bulk butter packing lines - operating at up to 180 cartons/h - are ideal for small, medium and large-scale carton filling in the dairy and food industries.
News from Invensys (10 January 2005)
Website eases access to transmission products data
Web site gives quick and easy access to linear motion and power transmission products, which includes screw jacks, electric linear actuators and bevel gearboxes. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (10 January 2005)
Enabling switches meet ANSI and RIA standards
Enabling switches for working with robotic equipment meet the latest ANSI and RIA standard that require the use of three-position types in teaching pendants.
News from IDEC Electronics (10 January 2005)
Machine monitoring surveys minimise shutdowns
Technical Background Article Mike Brook provides a basic guide for plant and maintenance engineers, outlining how machinery shutdowns can be kept to a minimum and costs can be reduced. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (10 January 2005)
Linear actuators are explosion-proof
Explosion-proof linear actuators provide velocity and position control, with high operating integrity, for carrying heavy loads reliably for thousands of hours.
News from Inmoco (10 January 2005)
Innovative connectors quick-turnaround launched
Leading harsh environment interconnection specialist, Deutsch, is offering a new five-day delivery service - at no extra cost - on its range of 38999 Series III connectors.
News from Deutsch (10 January 2005)
Cimmetry wins a product Wow! award
Cimmetry Systems was recently honored by Cadalyst when its AutoVue 18 application was chosen as one of Cadalyst's top product picks for 2004 and winner of a Wow! award.
News from Cimmetry Systems (10 January 2005)
Secomak names product development manager
Process drying specialist Secomak has appointed David Dell as its new Product Development Manager, who has extensive experience in the process drying sector. Brochure Available
News from Secomak (10 January 2005)
Vision inspection systems set-up is faster
User Application Article Many vision inspection systems have long set up or training times, but this system makes use of a great deal of software development tools for rapid development.
News from Shelton Machines (10 January 2005)
Interface brings visualisation to planning
Pantek has introduced Nexus, a real-time interface that connects Wonderwares InTouch visualisation software to the Preactor Advanced Planning and Scheduling system.
News from SolutionsPT (10 January 2005)
Measurement Computing joins LXI Consortium
Measurement Computing has joined the LXI Consortium and will be in an ideal position to help direct development of a standard for LAN-based test and measurement.
News from Measurement Computing (10 January 2005)
TekSoft appoints president
TekSoft has appointed Michael Coleman as president. Coleman replaces Gary Fulton, a TekSoft co-founder and president for 23 years, who has resigned to join Cimtronics.
News from Geometric Technologies (10 January 2005)
Machine tool sales prompt new recruitment
30% rise in sales prompts recruitment drive at Pollard Pollard have seen machine tool sales shoot up by 30% in 2004. Mori Seiki NL lathes have been a major contributing factor with over 50 in the UK. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (10 January 2005)
International labelling systems choice is wide
Security tagging systems, tube labellers, and a new upgraded pallet labeller are all recent examples where labelling needs have been carefully thought out.
News from Advanced Labelling Systems (10 January 2005)
VMC orders top GBP 1/2m during 'Open House'
Orders for six vertical machining centres (VMCs) to the value of GBP 500,000 were taken at Hurco Europe's open house, held at the company's High Wycombe showroom from 7th to 9th December 2004. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (10 January 2005)
Customisable keypads have high functionality
A fully customisable keypad is available in either a 12 or 16 key format and with a choice of four different legend sheets. Customisable legends are also available. Brochure Available
News from EAO (10 January 2005)
Automated line coats 100,000 spark plug pins/day
User Application Article To apply an electrolytic nickel coating to spark plug centre posts in order to protect the steel pin from oxidation during processing demanded an automatic line coping with over 100,000 units/day.
News from Poeton Industries (10 January 2005)
Web-based production report covers world-wide
Web-based production report generation allows CNC machine tool users to receive electronic information on remote machine performance and production data.
News from Seiki Systems (10 January 2005)
Future is flexible for packaging industries
Open days showed the combining of the quality, reliability and innovation of robotic products with flexible automation systems from partners and systems integrators. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (10 January 2005)
Cutting tool simulation reduces development costs
User Application Article Several cutting tool manufacturers have begun using Computer 3D simulation techniques to study the behavior of cutting tool or coated carbide insert designs to speed applications.
News from Wilde FEA (10 January 2005)
Remploy appoints Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator
Coralie Villard has joined Remploy Electronics as UK sales and marketing co-ordinator provide additional support for Remploy's customers and sales team.
News from Remploy Electronics (10 January 2005)
Some 42% UK workers seek to right career wrongs
One in four workers in UK manufacturing (23%) are set to move jobs during 2005 and almost half of manufacturing workers (42%) are looking to improve their skills.
News from Foundation Degrees (10 January 2005)
Grand Prix engine maker finds best 5-axis CAM
User Application Article Although a a race engine maker had machining centres with continuous five-axis machining capability, its existing CAM could not cope, so an alternative system was installed. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (10 January 2005)
Woodworking tool maker uses latest CNC machines
User Application Article Use of the latest CNC tool production and grinding technology is enabling woodworking tooling maker to maintain its technical lead and rapid response to customers.
News from Walter GB (10 January 2005)
Crack tester gives faster, easier on-line results
Eddy current crack tester gives fast, reliable and non-destructive detection of cracks or imperfections in critical components - even at 'super high' production line speeds.
News from Uson Europe (10 January 2005)
Memory module made for Modular Managed Switch
Two-port twisted-pair modules for the Phoenix Contact Modular Managed Switch store switch configuration, including management IP address, the password and all switch settings. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (10 January 2005)
Europressings gets ISO/TS16949 Quality Standard
Europressings, a Corus-owned specialist metal pressings and sub-assemblies business, has acquired certification to the ISO/TS 16949 quality approval standard. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) (10 January 2005)
Essential sales tool for manufacturing companies
Capacitytrader.com is offering supplier membership at a special sign up fee for the next four weeks.
News from CapacityTrader (10 January 2005)
Helping engineering companies run at capacity
For a small fee, companies can now offer their excess capacity with the potential of an immediate sale, by using the Capacity Trader web site.
News from CapacityTrader (10 January 2005)
Orbis Software announces strategic partnership
The Program Management Group has announced a strategic partnership with the international EDA (Event Driven Architecture) vendor, Orbis Software.
News from Orbis Software (10 January 2005)
JetNet Series Industrial Ethernet Switch
Korenix Technology, the professional manufacturer of top-notch products for industrial automation, has announced the launch of the JetNet Series Indutrial Ethernet Switch
News from Korenix Technology (10 January 2005)
Viscometry, Rheology and Texture seminar
Brookfield's 2005 Viscometry, Rheology and Texture seminar will take place on Wednesday 18th May at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Coventry.
News from Brookfield Viscometers (10 January 2005)
New appointment at technology company
As part of Freeman Technology's expansion James Cooke has been appointed Applications Scientist.
News from Freeman Technology (10 January 2005)
Reducing stress analysis costs
HBM's Canhead system gives large cost savings when conducting experimental stress analysis tests by removing the need to fit expensive connection cables. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (10 January 2005)
Leak detector offers flexible solutions
The H2000 leak detector from Sensistor Technologies offers flexible detection solutions for a variety of medical applications such as testing medical implants.
News from Adixen Sensistor (10 January 2005)
Total Solutions FT-IR Package for Laboratories
Thermo Electron Corporation has launched the Nicolet 380, a reliable, routine analysis FT-IR spectrometer designed to quickly identify, quantify and verify samples.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (10 January 2005)
No Contamination With Powders And Granules Bagging
Weighing and bagging specialist Chronos Richardson is introducing its Chrono-Fill TM PBS-500 open mouth bagging line for bagging all types of powders and granules.
News from Chronos Richardson (10 January 2005)
Putting The Lid On Fine Art For Jam
User Application Article Gourmet jam producer Stauds Vienna has successfully launched its Kunst und Genuss (Arts and Delights) promotional campaign with custom-designed metal caps from Crown Closures Europe.
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. (10 January 2005)
Pallet handling market expected to improve
The automatic and pallet handling systems market was relatively quiet, says Aetna UK, but many proposals were put on hold rather than cancelled, 2005 will be better.
News from Aetna UK (10 January 2005)
New intrinsically safe version of sampling pump
Casella CEL is launching an intrinsically safe (IS) version of its Apex personal sampling pump range for sampling dusts, fumes, gases, vapours and VOCs in potentially explosive atmospheres.
News from Casella CEL (10 January 2005)
Fork lift users may be breaking the law
Technical Background Article Leading figures in the materials handling industry have voiced concerns over continuing ignorance of Thorough Examination - which is leading many truck users to break the law, albeit unwittingly.
News from Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) (10 January 2005)
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