News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 February
to Saturday 19 February 2005
Weightron Bilanciai acquires Westco
As part of their strategic expansion, Chesterfield based weighing specialists, Weightron Bilanciai have acquired Westco (Western Counties Scale Co).
News from Weightron Bilanciai (18 February 2005)
'White Paper' analyses hardware/software
Cyon Research has release a 'White Paper' on strategic partnerships between software and hardware vendors with in-depth focus on the relationship between HP and UGS.
News from Cyon Research (18 February 2005)
Dual Process Input Meter collects analog input
Dual Process Input Meter collects analog input from two distinct sources, performs a variety of math functions between the signals, for control of devices and monitoring.
News from Red Lion Controls (18 February 2005)
Software replaces hard wire in press safety
As power press systems become more complex, function blocks can be used to modify the safety system by software, so less time is needed compared with hard wiring.
News from Jokab Safety UK (18 February 2005)
Tecnomatix has announced positive income
Tecnomatix has announced positive income for the fourth quarter of 2004 with revenues of $27.1 million, compared to $25.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2003.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies (18 February 2005)
Onboard drive electronics offer space saving
Micro-stepping motors with onboard drive electronics offer space saving and simplicity of installation such as for instrumentation, test, and machinery adjustment applications. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (18 February 2005)
Diaphragm position control enhances pumps
Industrial pumps are now available as standard with patented 'Diaphragm Position Control' for greatly enhanced pump performance, reliability and durability.
News from Wanner Engineering (18 February 2005)
Bearing steel quality assurance advances presented
Symposium is to present the advances in bearing steel quality assurance and identify added value parameters influencing the manufacturing properties of bearings.
News from ASTM International (18 February 2005)
Coatings resist harsh environments
Coatings based on Victrex PEEK polymer offer the best combination of properties for harsh environments, providing superior abrasion, thermal, and chemical resistance.
News from Victrex (18 February 2005)
Cost effective inks have high performance
Two high performance, cost effective inks for Videojet and Marsh inkjet printers, include one designed to provide a bright, high contrast mark on dark, non-porous materials.
News from InkJet (18 February 2005)
Key Technology acquires FreshlineMachines
Key Technology announces the acquisition of Freshline Machines, the leading designer and manufacturer of food processing systems for the fresh-cut industry worldwide.
News from Key Technology (18 February 2005)
Durable orbital weld head closely pitched
Durable orbital weld head permits extreme close proximity welding for the fabrication of heat exchangers having return bend configurations in small diameters.
News from Orbitec (18 February 2005)
Sales team restructured to meet deamnd
With demand for its engineering products very much in the ascendancy, R A Rodriguez is re-structuring its sales team to provide the best possible support for its customers.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (18 February 2005)
Software to help deliver productivity improvement
User Application Article The Manufacturing Institute is to deploy Epicor for Service Enterprises software to help deliver productivity improvement programmes across the Northwest UK.
News from Epicor (18 February 2005)
Practitioners appointed to support manufacturers
The Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) in the North West has appointed four more process improvement practitioners to broaden the support and expertise provided to manufacturers across the region.
News from Manufacturing Institute (18 February 2005)
Caged ball technology speeds ballscrews
Using patented caged ball technology, ballscrews are suitable for where high speeds, heavy loads and extended operating life, with minimal maintenance are required.
News from THK UK (18 February 2005)
Handwheels feature a comfortable grip
Handwheels feature a clever mono-spoke asymmetric design, which ensures a comfortable grip on the rim for delicate operation and a choice of handles for quick manual turning. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (18 February 2005)
Highly stable orbital welding performed
User Application Article Computerised welding power supply, which monitors orbital welding parameters 500 times/sec, keeps parameters accurate to two decimal places during an entire cycle.
News from Orbimatic (18 February 2005)
Flat panel monitor delivers superb display quality
Latest model of industrial flat panel monitor delivers superb display quality up to 1280 x 1024 (SXGA) resolution with a colour depth of 16 million colours.
News from Pro-face UK (18 February 2005)
Noise monitoring system is fully integrated
User Application Article General Motors Corporation has selected a fully integrated testing and analysis system to perform pass-by noise certification of newly developed vehicles. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (18 February 2005)
Parker Hannifin acquires Bayside Controls
Parker Hannifin acquires Bayside Controls Parker Hannifin has acquired Bayside Controls, a leading manufacturer of integrated solutions for industrial and precision automation applications.
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (18 February 2005)
Chinese steel plant to raise business efficiency
In an effort to become a more competitive iron and steel enterprise, Baoshan steel plant has enlisted the assistance of i2 to improve its procurement operational efficiency.
News from i2 Technologies (18 February 2005)
Hydraulic moulding presses cycle at fast speeds
State-of-the-art hydraulic system enables fast cycle speed, as well as safe and reliable press slide control in a range of hydraulic presses for compression moulding.
News from Pacific Press Technologies (18 February 2005)
Guide shows advantages of power presses
To help explain the operability and advantages of the D and M Series presses - in capacities from 1000kN to 20MN - Pacific Press Technologies has published a new literature guide.
News from Pacific Press Technologies (18 February 2005)
Snowbone invention slays the dragons
An invention, which could herald a new era in extreme winter sports, has won the backing of a top entrepreneur in the hit BBC series Dragons' Den.
News from Cranfield School of Management (18 February 2005)
White Paper Traces Path of RFID Adoption
Intermec Technologies has published a white paper forecasting how RFID will change the supply chain and setting out how organisations should fully exploit the potential of RFID.
News from Intermec Technologies (18 February 2005)
SMS password access to desktop concerts
User Application Article Delivering live concerts direct to the desktop, groundbreaking MyVBX chooses market leaders txtNation to deliver worldwide premium SMS reverse billing password solution.
News from txtNation (18 February 2005)
Detroit agency purchases eight RenderDrives
User Application Article Detroit agency purchases eight RenderDrives for photorealistic 3D automotive rendering
News from ARTVPS (18 February 2005)
DPX 4 polyester platesetter launched
Following successful releases in Japan, USA, Germany and United Kingdom, the DPX 4 is primed for a leadership role in the global marketplace
News from EskoArtwork (18 February 2005)
Scope upgrade seminar dates
Esko-Graphics hosts series of Scope upgrade seminars throughout Europe demonstrating and training customers on new features and upgrades of key Scope software modules
News from EskoArtwork (18 February 2005)
Next-Generation PowerCAD CE Mobile/Wireless Design
GiveMePower Corporation Ships Next-Generation PowerCAD CE Mobile/Wireless Design and Digital Blueprint Management Software
News from GiveMePower Corporation (18 February 2005)
Kodak Versamark presents at Marketing Fair
Kodak Versamark, part of Kodak's Graphic Communications Group, will present at The International Direct Marketing Fair.
News from Kodak Versamark (18 February 2005)
Live production demo at Innovation event
Kodak Versamark is participating in the Hunkeler Innovation Days taking place in Lucerne, Switzerland from 14-17 February.
News from Kodak Versamark (18 February 2005)
New addition to vision processor family
New addition to the Matrox Odyssey vision processor family offers scalability, a customizable FPGA and a more powerful processor Brochure Available
News from Matrox Imaging (18 February 2005)
Digital Print House chooses Nexpress
User Application Article Digital Print House in Hagen, Germany Installs a Kodak Nexpress 2100 Digital Production Color Press with Fifth Imaging Unit and the Kodak Nexpress Intelligent Coating Solution
News from NexPress Solutions (18 February 2005)
Presstek expects record Q4 2004 revenue
Revenue for core elements of Presstek's business expected to show continued strength
News from Presstek Inc (18 February 2005)
New small format EBX motherboard
New motherboard designed to meet the needs of applications in the rapidly emerging new generation of smart digital entertainment devices
News from Taiwan Commate Computer Inc (18 February 2005)
Integrated Corrective and Preventive Action
Visiprise Manufacturing 4.0 Helps Customers Maximize the Depth of Information from Production to Visibility and Performance Management
News from Visiprise (18 February 2005)
MS Production chooses Topsolid
User Application Article Topsolid chosen as preferred solution after competitive event
News from Missler Software (18 February 2005)
LVDS Digital Waveform Generator
Automated test engineers can now use National Instruments new 400 and 200 Mb/s digital waveform generator/analysers to interface to low-voltage differential signaling devices using the PXI platform. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (18 February 2005)
The power behind the new Radical V8
NT CADCAM in conjunction with Steve Prentice Design (SPD), has enabled innovative racing company Radical Sportscars to develop its latest state-of-the-art racing engine.
News from NT Cadcam (18 February 2005)
7 million dollar funding for sales growth
Similarity Systems secures $7 million funding to accelerate USA sales growth and enhance its Athanor Data Quality solution
News from Similarity Systems (18 February 2005)
Siemens Joins JT Open Programme
User Application Article Siemens to expand a worldwide "Common Engineering Collaboration Platform" based on JT to enhance initial cost savings across its broadly diverse business groups
News from Siemens PLM Software (18 February 2005)
Company pleased with results
Ansoft Corporation has announced financial results for its third quarter of fiscal 2005 ended January 31, 2005.
News from Ansoft Europe (18 February 2005)
Diaphragm valve promises 'million-plus' cycle life
Circor's new D-Series diaphragm valves are constructed to ensure years of performance to reduce the cost of ownership, with a rating of one million-plus cycle life.
News from Circor Instrumentation (18 February 2005)
Snapshot display for precision thickness gauge
The new CL5 ultrasonic precision thickness gauge from GE Inspection Technologies is the first instrument of its class and size to offer a snapshot A-scan display of data as well as a digital display.
News from GE Inspection Technologies (18 February 2005)
Free service offers pipette checks
Labtronics has introduced a Pipette Quickcheck Service to its website as a free tool for Pipette and Volumetric device calibration checks.
News from Labtronics (18 February 2005)
Pocket digital salt meter is easy and quick
Labcell has launched the Atago ES-421 digital salt meter for measuring the salt content of liquid and soluble foodstuffs.
News from LabPlant (18 February 2005)
Microarray dataset is made publicly available
A large DNA microarray dataset generated by an LGC-led consortium is now freely available online at ArrayExpress, a leading public repository managed by the European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI).
News from LGC (18 February 2005)
Microscopy CD shows digital video use
Users may order a free hot stage microscopy CD to find out how the latest digital video technology is being used. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (18 February 2005)
Moisture Barrier Allows Visibility
Products that require the protection of a moisture vapour barrier but still need some visibility during storage or transit can now benefit from new three-dimensional bags from Protective Packaging.
News from Protective Packaging (18 February 2005)
Marking Beverage Closures By Laser
With the development of UTC closures with Alfalas by Tampoprint it has become possible to mark beverage closures with a laser at the inside (under the cap) with text and logos for promotion purposes.
News from Tampoprint (UK) (18 February 2005)
Infrared Drying For PET Gets Bigger Push
Following the launch of Infrared Drying by UPM, Don Cooper, the chief executive officer of Trendpam has joined forces with UPM to promote IRD.
News from Trendpam Trading (18 February 2005)
ACR data logging software has many features
TrendReader software package for ACR data logging incorporates many standard features like; simple logger set-up, easy integration of data collected, graphing and real time viewing.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (17 February 2005)
Up-to-date CAM slashes programming times
User Application Article An up-to-date alternative has replaced an ageing US-based CAM system at an aerospace company's CNC routing shop, typically reducing 10 min programming times to 2 min.
News from Jetcam International (17 February 2005)
Actuator-sensor interface cuts commissioning cost
Actuator-sensor interface reduces wiring - with the dramatic cost saving with the number of wires lessened and wiring faults virtually eliminated and has established itself in many production areas. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (17 February 2005)
CADCAM clinic shows how to speed to market
a CADCAM Clinic at the UK's Plastics Design and Moulding Exhibition will demonstrate how latest techniques improve efficiency from product concept to tooling manufacture. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (17 February 2005)
Compression cages extend materials testing scope
A range of compression cages for universal testing machines allow a full range of compression tests to be carried out on samples having greater than 400 mm width.
News from Lloyd Instruments (17 February 2005)
Laser maker says UK is one of hottest markets
Prima Industrie, one of Europe's leading manufacturers of laser cutting machines, announce that the UK has become one of their hottest European markets. Brochure Available
News from Prima Industrie UK (17 February 2005)
Project to make injection moulding faster, better
High Performance Injection Moulds and Moulding Processes project aims to optimize the positioning of cooling channels to improve thermal management in injection moulds.
News from GTMA (17 February 2005)
Laser ensures successful con-rod splitting
User Application Article For con-rod splitting to work properly the fracture must be fully brittle, and is achieved by a YAG laser cutting a stress-raising groove on each side of the bore. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (17 February 2005)
World-First Fasteners Debut At Interpack
Avery Dennison Fastener Division is introducing its System 1000 Brand Identification (ID) Fasteners at Interpack 2005.
News from Avery Dennison Fastener Division (17 February 2005)
Checkweighers Colour Display Is Easier And Faster
The S series checkweighers from Mettler-Toledo now has faster and easier operation, thanks to its new, large colour display. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (17 February 2005)
System Emables Vials Packaging To Meet FDA Rules
User Application Article Sigpack Systems has enabled Dey LP to meet new FDA regulations with a new packaging system that allows it to provide clients with individually wrapped unit dose vials.
News from Sigpack Systems (17 February 2005)
Award For Pioneers Of Minimised Waste
A new packaging award has been launched to recognise and reward innovation that tackles the issue of waste and will help the South West of England to becoming a minimum waste producer.
News from Sustainability South West (17 February 2005)
'Progressive' motors save on space and weight
'Progressive' motors enable equipment manufacturers to achieve higher outputs from comparable IEC frame size machines in restricted space envelopes.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (16 February 2005)
High grade CAM offered to small machine shops
For low outlay under GBP 1300, small machine shops can acquire high performance 2/2.1/2D CAM off-line programming and for a little more, progress to a full 3D machining package.
News from Sprut Technology (16 February 2005)
Feeder machine offers two alternatives
User Application Article Feeding system that overcomes product bridging and poor discharge problems in storage vessels has recently provided additional benefit for two users.
News from Robin Engineering Services (16 February 2005)
Powerful VMC benchmarks tooling
User Application Article Supplier of tool holders, rotary tables and measuring equipment has acquired a rigid and powerful VMC to provide detailed comparison data for its own and competitive products. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (16 February 2005)
Endeveco and Bruel and Kjaer revise deal
Endevco Corporation and Bruel and Kjaer Sound and Vibration Measurement have revised a distribution agreement: Bruel and Kjaer now resell Endevco products worldwide.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (16 February 2005)
Thermal conductive potting compound insulates best
Two component epoxy potting system features high thermal stability and conductivity, superior electrical insulation properties and outstanding dimensional stability. Brochure Available
News from Master Bond (16 February 2005)
Relays put intelligence into circuit protection
Protection relays deliver high performance and reliable protection for high and medium voltage applications, yet are simple to specify and easy to fit.
News from Schneider Electric (16 February 2005)
Course focuses on automation fundementals
Short industrial course introduces the fundamental and applied aspects of industrial automation in addition to undertaking an integrated, project work.
News from Centre for Industrial Automation and Manufacturing (16 February 2005)
Multi-CAD translates 3D design data
User Application Article A manufacturer of mining machinery is using multi-CAD enabling software to translate 3D feature-based design data from Pro/ENGINEER into Autodesk Inventor.
News from Elysium (16 February 2005)
Software puts fabrication shop into order
User Application Article Manufacturer fabricates 60% of signs in house, using NC punching, drilling and folding machines, to which a suite of software has brought improved factory organisation.
News from Infor (16 February 2005)
Machine vision integrated with robot control
Machine vision need no longer managed separately from the robot, instead it is accessed directly from the robots teach pendant to reduce training and expand usage.
News from DVT Sensors (16 February 2005)
Machine vision copes with harsh usage
An extreme environment machine vision system that achieves an IP68 rating for dust, wash-down, and corrosion protection is suitable for harsh, wash-down environments.
News from DVT Sensors (16 February 2005)
Cognex product gains Control Engineering award
Control Engineering magazine has selected the Cognex IDMaxT Direct Part Mark Identification, on the basis of high read rates, for the annual Editors' Choice Award.
News from Cognex UK (16 February 2005)
System selectors rate ease-of-use as important
Managers selecting information and document management systems rate ease-of-implementation and simplicity-of-use as their most important evaluation criteria.
News from AIIM Europe (16 February 2005)
Electronic information accuracy questioned
One in four UK companies are concerned that their electronic records may not be accurate, accessible or trustworthy, and less than 50% feel sure that they would pass an audit.
News from AIIM Europe (16 February 2005)
Double tablet counter is 100% accurate
Double tablet counter - claimed to be 100% accurate - features two counting heads and a two-lane filling conveyor to maximize productivity in minimum space.
News from NJM/CLI (16 February 2005)
Temperature control website is multi-lingual
Multi-language website holds infrared temperature measurement brochures, product and application datasheets, along with direct internet and email links to subsidiaries. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (16 February 2005)
Product Lifecycle Management Road Map 2005
CPDA has announced that its conference Product Lifecycle Management Road Map 2005 will take place on September 28 - 29, 2005.
News from CPDA (16 February 2005)
Unprecedented growth for TATA Interactive Systems
TATA Interactive Systems (TIS), has revealed that 2004 was a year of unprecedented company growth as well as being a year of unrivalled success for its client organisations
News from TATA Interactive Systems (16 February 2005)
Ifactor takes manufacturing in new direction
2005 promises to be an exciting year for manufacturing with the arrival of a new range of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) products that will take the sector in a new direction.
News from Intuitive (16 February 2005)
Online resource for medical product designers
SolidWorks has launched an online resource for suppliers to the medical device technology industry.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (16 February 2005)
UGS Signs Agreement with Volvo IT
User Application Article UGS and Tecnomatix to deliver digital manufacturing planning environment enabling collaborative production planning at Volvo Group Companies
News from Siemens PLM Software (16 February 2005)
Updated Camspec M501 brochure
The brochure for the Camspec M501 Single Beam Scanning UV/Visible Spectrophotometer has been updated and reprinted.
News from Camspec (16 February 2005)
Nitrogen analysis for flourescence analysis
Horiba Jobin Yvon has introduced nitrogen analysis for the Horiba SLFA UV 21.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (16 February 2005)
Bidirectional LIMS interface is secure
Labtronics and Agilent Technologies have announced the availability of a secure, bi-directional LimsLinkCDS interface that connects Agilent Cerity for Pharmaceutical QA/QC with any LIMS.
News from Labtronics (16 February 2005)
ICP for wear metals analysis
The Teledyne Leeman Labs Prodigy ICP spectrometer, is ideally suited to the analysis of wear metals and other particles recovered from used oil lubricants.
News from Lambda Advanced Technology (16 February 2005)
Panel meter includes support for software
Red Lion Controls has launched Crimson 2.0 software support for the PAX Dual Process Input Meter (PAXDP).
News from Red Lion Controls USA (16 February 2005)
Development training courses for 2005
Thermo Electron has designed a wide selection of training courses to help its customers optimize the use of Thermo's hardware and software products and achieve professional development goals.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (16 February 2005)
Quick release ties are fully re-usable
Fully re-usable, quick release tie, for tying and fixing applications in food, pharmaceutical, packaging and engineering, is easily visible in harsh environments.
News from E-Components and Chains (15 February 2005)
Catalogue details analytical equipment
Offering products for temperature applications ranging from -95 deg C to +400 deg C, a 70-page catalogue details a wide range of analytical equipment.
News from Julabo Labortechnik (15 February 2005)
Workshops focus on practical instrumentation
A series of workshops on 'Practical Safety Instrumentation and Emergency Shutdown Systems' - with reference to IEC 61511 - are to be staged around the UK.
News from IDC Technologies (15 February 2005)
Workshops give tips on cetrifugal pumps
Two day workshop on 'Practical Centrifugal Pumps - Design, Operation and Maintenance' - that also gives operational tips - will be staged in the Irish Republic.
News from IDC Technologies (15 February 2005)
Reliable motor found for polishing system
User Application Article Pump and process design that enables fully variable pressure and volume control for lens polishing media needed a reliable single-phase motor.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (15 February 2005)
Dynamic checkweighers are faster and easier
Highly versatile dynamic checkweighers have advanced features, such as touchscreen sensitivity, and are faster and easier to operate, thanks to large colour display. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (15 February 2005)
SCADA package has strategic features
Version 8.3 of FAST/TOOLS SCADA package includes FAST/Start, support for the STARDOM FCx controller, OPC Alarm and Event Client and the FAST/TOOLS Monitor.
News from Yokogawa UK (15 February 2005)
Seminar to highlight opportunities in composites
Unlike many other UK manufacturing areas, the composites industry is continuing to grow, which is why a seminar is to be staged to show how to benefit from it. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (15 February 2005)
Monitor your buildings' 'comfort levels'
Low pressure transducer is specifically engineered to provide stable, reliable static or differential pressure measurement in buildings' HVAC comfort control systems.
News from UK Instruments and Controls (15 February 2005)
FLIR Systems earnings growth to moderate in 2005
FLIR Systems said net earnings for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2004 increased 61% to $24.1 million and expects strong, but moderated growth in 2005. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (15 February 2005)
Twin pallet VMC machines in five axes
At a recent 'Open House' a twin-pallet, VMC was shown in various set-ups including 5-axis machining, with tool breakage monitors in the tool magazine as well as in the work area.
News from Whitehouse Machine Tools (15 February 2005)
Vision systems monitor automotive cable assembly
User Application Article A special automotive cable and plug connector assembly machine uses vision sensors to monitor each of the various manufacturing processes to ensure full product reliability.
News from Cognex UK (15 February 2005)
Accumulators offer greater choice, flexibility
Accumulator range extended to offer greater choice and more flexibility to suit an even wider array of applications where continuous high performance is critical. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Pneumatic Division (15 February 2005)
Double barrel extruder's bores reground in-situ
User Application Article A special purpose grinding machine reground the bores of a double barrelled extrusion machine to restore parallelism and roundness along part of their length.
News from Metalock Engineering (15 February 2005)
SCADA systems can get a new 'lease of life'
Low-cost addition to OEE IMPACT software provides the data interface to virtually any SCADA system, transforming process data into meaningful manufacturing information.
News from Gemba Solutions (15 February 2005)
Face mill offers simplicity, quality, productivity
General-purpose face milling cutter that incorporates the latest technology for high productivity milling with extended tool life and simplicity of use produces a soft, easy cutting action.
News from Seco Tools (UK) (15 February 2005)
Highly specified centres slash set-up times
User Application Article Two more UK companies' purchases confirm the trend towards using highly specified turn-milling machines for one-hit production of complex parts in electrical and aerospace sectors.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (15 February 2005)
ERP systems can aid lean manufacturing
OEEIMPACT Connect TPI software allows any ERP system to aid a company's lean manufacturing programme and report 'Overall Equipment Effectiveness'.
News from Gemba Solutions (15 February 2005)
Walter GB gets 2005 off to 'flying start'
With orders taken for three Helitronic Power tool grinders during January, Walter GB of Redditch has started 2005 at the same accelerating pace as in 2004.
News from Walter GB (15 February 2005)
Sinotrans Limited Selects Manugistics
User Application Article Manugistics Group has announced that Sinotrans has selected Manugistics' NetWORKS Routing solution to help Sinotrans become one of China's leading Third-Party Logistics (3PLs) providers.
News from Manugistics (15 February 2005)
Versatility from stereo microscope
The versatile EMZ-8TR zoom stereo body from Meiji Techno features high-resolution zoom optics which deliver crisp sharp images and excellent resolution with superior image contrast.
News from Meiji Techno UK (15 February 2005)
Single extractor serves ten vehicle exhausts
User Application Article It is essential that vehicle exhausts fumes from repair workshops are extracted away from the working area and vented safely to atmosphere. Brochure Available
News from Nederman (15 February 2005)
Man's life saved at Sunderland leisure centre.
User Application Article Thanks to the participation of Crowtree Leisure Centre in the HeartStart Sunderland Lifesavers Scheme, lifeguards and nurse were able to save the life of a 67 year-old man.
News from Laerdal Medical (15 February 2005)
Castings Technology International gains MCERTS
Castings Technology International has recently achieved accreditation by the Environment Agency's Monitoring Certification Scheme for manual stack emission monitoring.
News from Castings Technology International (14 February 2005)
Sound level meters offer a high accuracy level
Two models of sound level meters offer a high accuracy level (class 2 to IEC 60651) achieved by selectable sound level measuring ranges and 'Fast' or 'Slow' sampling rates.
News from Testo (14 February 2005)
Grinding machine builder focuses on nano-machining
The world's largest manufacturer of grinding machines sees the next five years as being most critical and regards the business 'front end' as nanometre machining technology.
News from 600 Centre (14 February 2005)
Servo-driven pumps integrate readily
Servo-driven pumps with control for faster, simpler integration into automation machinery reduce complexity and cost by closing the control loop at the pump.
News from Encynova International (14 February 2005)
Ceramic servo motors compared with piezo types
Use of piezo technology in motion and positioning control solutions is not new but the technique employed in these ceramic servo motors is said to be innovative and original.
News from Micromech (14 February 2005)
Multi-national standardises on CAM systems
User Application Article Multi-national company now has a single standard CAM system in 11 locations and programming takes just 1h/day to provide all machines with programs for 16h shift.
News from Jetcam International (14 February 2005)
Software creates high-end, open control systems
ISaGRAF version 4.5 is a powerful and flexible automation software solution that enables industrial users to create high-end, real-time open control systems.
News from ICS Triplex ISaGRAF (14 February 2005)
EDM tube products ordered on-line
Online ordering system - with live support system - allows the buyer to choose diameter, material, and length of EDM tube products with only a few mouse clicks.
News from Advanced EDM Supply (14 February 2005)
Enhanced Ethernet switches' cost halved
Enhanced, real-time five-port Ethernet switches offering extreme ruggidness now have dual power inputs, so that if primary power supply fails, the backup power supply takes over. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (14 February 2005)
Fibre optic duplexer modules can be customised
High-performance fibre optic duplexer modules, supplied in industry-standard housings for remote sensing and control, are now available in standard or customized configurations.
News from Honeywell Control Systems (14 February 2005)
Diode modules have diffractive cross attachment
As an interesting alternative to the standard cross laser created by two cylinder lenses and lasers, laser diode modules use a diffractive element to produce a cross.
News from Laser Components (UK) (14 February 2005)
Cable carriers run smoothly at low noise
A range of energy chains that deliver a quiet, smooth operation whilst meeting SEMI requirements now incorporate a low noise, smooth running system of cable carriers. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (14 February 2005)
Comprehensive gantries range extended
Three products have been added to an already extensive range of industrial handling systems - a linear motor and two types of precision gantries - all with their own novel capabilities.
News from Anorad UK (See Rockwell Automation Anorad) (14 February 2005)
Cordless drill/driver offers more power
A 12V cordless drill/driver has a new motor that offers high power - up to 460 in.lb of torque - and electronics allow infinite no-load speeds up to 1,350 rev/min.
News from Metabo (14 February 2005)
Precision rotary stage has integral collet chuck
The combination of high spindle speed and fine positioning resolution makes a precision rotary stage an ideal replacement for complicated multi axis positioning systems. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (14 February 2005)
Sensors monitor temperature and humidity
Range of sensors offer an RH probe mounted in a single housing or alternatively, a dual housing incorporating sensors for both temperature and humidity.
News from Orchard Process Controls (14 February 2005)
ISA remains Authorised Provider for IACET
The Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society status as an Authorized Provider by International Association for Continuing Education and Training has been renewed. Brochure Available
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (14 February 2005)
Data logger helps maintains fuel filter quality
User Application Article In order to continually meet these stringent demands a data logger is being used to maintain quality standards at a leading diesel fuel filter manufacturer.
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (14 February 2005)
High flow solenoid valves provide flow reversal
High flow directional solenoid valves are designed to operate double acting cylinders, bidirectional motors and any other load which requires flow reversal.
News from Sterling Hydraulics (14 February 2005)
Films and texture lacquers developed further
Hardcoated formable films and texture lacquers for the Film Insert Moulding process include Autoflex films and Aquatex formable texturing inks to enhance plastics components. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (14 February 2005)
Inspection software boosts fire truck manufacture
User Application Article By bringing inspection in-house with two portable CMMs equipped with PowerINSPECT inspection software, a fire truck manufacturer is no longer at contractors' mercy. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (14 February 2005)
Gigalink connector offers Category 6 performance
Industrial Gigalink 4-pair IP67-protected connector allows Gigabit Ethernet with true Category 6 performance to be used in harsh industrial environments.
News from Harting (14 February 2005)
Mori Seiki opens UK Technical Centre
Following the acquisition of Hitachi Seiki by Mori Seiki, in 2002, the decision was taken to establish a new Technical Centre in Slough, UK, replacing the Milton Keynes facility. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (14 February 2005)
Camera adopted for tracking applications
Spica Technology has adopted the Prosilica CV640 firewire camera for use with Spica's DMAS6 3D motion analysis system and for 6 DOF real-time head tracking. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (14 February 2005)
DataScan moves to larger premises
To extend demonstrations, trials and building advanced prototypes, product tracking and control solutions, DataScan Systems has doubled its size in new premises.
News from DataScan Systems (14 February 2005)
Show is primary subcontracting marketing tool
User Application Article First Index, an online marketplace for buyers and suppliers of custom-manufactured components and assemblies, is using Subcon 2005 to add a new dimension to its sourcing community.
News from Subcon (14 February 2005)
Security with CAM system for all plants
User Application Article Operating a variety of punching and profiling machines, security products manufacture uses a flexible CAM system, which is very easy to learn, requiring only 2-3 days of training.
News from Jetcam International (14 February 2005)
Mould previews from 3D designs
The latest CCIM software, i-Know Moulding creates mould previews from 3D designs in just a few seconds.
News from CCIM (14 February 2005)
New VP of Solution Strategy for Manugistics
Manugistics Names Anand Medepalli as Vice President of Solution Strategy, Revenue Management
News from Manugistics (14 February 2005)
DriveWorks at Solid Modelling 2005
DriveWorks, the fastest growing Engineer-to-order application and only SolidWorks certified Gold partner product for Knowledge Based Engineering will be on show at Solid Modelling 2005.
News from DriveWorks (14 February 2005)
Thermal and stress analysis software rewarded
ePhysics has been selected as one of EDN magazine's "Hot 100 Products of 2004".
News from Ansoft Europe (14 February 2005)
Fused silica wafers added
Armstrong Optical now includes a series of fused silica wafers in its offering, ideal substrates for many applications.
News from Armstrong Optical (14 February 2005)
Heavy oil standard for test method
The TurbiScan MA2000 has been approved for use in the ASTM D7061-04 Standard Test Method for Measuring n-Heptane Induced Phase Separation of Asphaltene-Containing Heavy Fuel Oils.
News from Fullbrook Systems (14 February 2005)
E-weighing reduces "giveaway"
Marco Weighing Systems has introduced the latest member of its LineMaster intelligent portion control scales.
News from Marco (14 February 2005)
Methanol testing is safe
Metrohm has developed a unique device which virtually removes the health and safety implications of using methanol in Fischer testing on a day to day basis. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (14 February 2005)
Weighing up benefits for cash
User Application Article A comprehensive service and support program provided by Stevens Weighing Group is bringing additional benefits to Securitas Cash Management at their Cash and Coin Centres across the UK.
News from Stevens Group (14 February 2005)
Infrared line scan cameras for high speeds
Technology Resources has launched an array of infrared line scan cameras and systems for high-speed, high-resolution, thermal imaging applications.
News from Technology Resources (14 February 2005)
Characterisation of biopolymers explored
Wyatt Technology, the industry leader in macromolecular characterization, has combined its innovative instruments to explore the material characteristics of the biopolymer, hyaluronic acid (HA).
News from Wyatt Technology (14 February 2005)
New version adds printing for waveform
Yokogawa has launched a new version of its DL750 ScopeCorder waveform measuring instrument, the DL750P, which offers enhanced recorder functionality by the use of a built-in A4 thermal printer.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (14 February 2005)
Automatic pallet stretch wrappers upgraded
A comprehensive range of upgrades to existing users of Robopac automatic pallet stretch wrappers include the means of stopping loads from shifting on pallets.
News from Aetna UK (14 February 2005)
Software delivers faster, more flexible operation
Latest release of Jobshop integrated suite of manufacturing software closely controls everything from initial costing and estimating, to order processing and invoicing. Brochure Available
News from Jobshop (14 February 2005)
Wire rope structure supports 8200m2 of banners
User Application Article Lifting Solutions has supplied an enormous supporting structure of steel wire rope holding up what is believed to be Europe's largest ever banner.
News from Lifting Solutions (14 February 2005)
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