News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 17 April
to Saturday 23 April 2005
Precision toolholders benefit many lathe users
Precision toolholders for Star turret turning centres offer significant benefits for users of Colchester, Hardinge, Mori-Seiki, Victor, and other machines fitted with VDI Star turrets.
News from PCM Tooling (UK) (22 April 2005)
Nanometric control eliminate motor 'rumble'
Nanometric control eliminate motors' mechanical 'rumble' and provide ultra smooth very low-speed motion down to microns/s as well as no rotating parts and virtually zero inductance.
News from Micromech (22 April 2005)
MMMA members' show pavilion successful
The Metalforming Machinery Makers Association members' pavilion at the Midlands Manufacturing Show at the NEC Birmingham, UK, during April 2005, was judged a success by the exhibiting members.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (22 April 2005)
Spray-on chrome finish has wider usage
Conventional electroplated chrome can only be applied onto a limited range of plastics substrates, but now there is a process for spraying a finish that looks and feels like electroplated chrome.
News from Applied Coating Technologies (22 April 2005)
Daewoo and Pathtrace sign world agreement
Daewoo Heavy Industries (Machine Tool Division) and Pathtrace, UK have signed a worldwide strategic relationship agreement to co-operate on production machining techniques.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (22 April 2005)
Frequency controlled screw compressors expanded
Implementing a frequency controlled compressor can provide one effective tool to assist in achieving reductions in compressed air related energy cost and save space. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (22 April 2005)
Wire company invests GBP 1m in electrogalvanising
A GBP 1 million investment by Carrington Wire will bring an advanced electrogalvanising plant on stream and will be capable of coating 400 tonnes of wire a week as well as boosting sales.
News from Carrington Wire (22 April 2005)
Easy connections made to DeltaV
Wiring in the cubicle can be installed quickly using system cabling that connects to the DeltaV Mass termination blocks and provides a wide range of field interfaces. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (22 April 2005)
Autotype wins Queen's Award for third time
Autotype, a leading manufacturer of high performance films and chemicals for use in the printing and electronics industries, has won the prestigious Queen's Award for Enterprise 2005. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (22 April 2005)
GBP 230m to support Dynacast Group acquisition
Barclays and Lloyds TSB have underwritten a GBP 230 million multicurrency term and revolving facilities agreement with Melrose, as regards acquisition of Dynacast and McKechnie Groups.
News from Barclays Commercial Bank (22 April 2005)
Multi-axis demands set mill/turn centre trends
Today the trend is away from standard two-axis CNC lathes toward machines with driven tooling and multi-axis functionality - as reflected by a builder's advances, including Y-axis machines. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (22 April 2005)
Styli and adaptors introduced for Zeiss CMMs
More than 300 high precision M5 styli and adaptors for the Zeiss range of probe heads enable all users of Zeiss machines to benefit from the high precision specifications of Renishaw styli. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (22 April 2005)
Water jet cuts dragonfly sclupture
User Application Article After considering various processes for a dragonfly sculpture Johnny White decided that waterjet cutting was the best solution and commissioned Control Waterjet Cutting.
News from Control Waterjet Cutting (22 April 2005)
Cut out for chips with silver forks
The need to cut silver forks for an exhibition led to the use of water jet cutting by Control Waterjet for Lucian Taylor of Red Herring.
News from Control Waterjet Cutting (22 April 2005)
Stone and metal sculptures water jet cut
A renowned UK public sculpture artist commissioned Control Waterjet Cutting to work with her to help produce a number of public sculptures.
News from Control Waterjet Cutting (22 April 2005)
New Adobe software at the InDesign Conference
European edition of The InDesign Conference features new Adobe Creative Suite 2 - Conference taking place in Amsterdam between 25 and 28 May, 2005
News from Barrycon Productions (22 April 2005)
UK reseller for Stitcher
Realviz signs DCP as latest UK reseller for Stitcher 4 and Stitcher Express 1.0
News from Realviz (22 April 2005)
Toshiba rebrands for new retail landscape
Toshiba TEC corporation, a global leader in information technology, has announced plans to boost Toshiba TEC Europe Retail Information Systems' European market share to 15 per cent by 2007.
News from Toshiba TEC (22 April 2005)
VIA Chipset Support for AMD Dual-Core Technology
Offering comprehensive support for AMD's latest Dual-Core AMD Opteron processors, VIA K8 Series chipsets ensure full compatibility with next generation processing solutions
News from VIA Technologies (22 April 2005)
Lattice and Synplicity extend OEM agreement
FPGA synthesis leader will enhance performance and add new architecture support for latest Lattice FPGAs
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (22 April 2005)
Lattice and Synplicity ink development agreement
Synplify Pro synthesis performance enhancements for new Lattice FPGA devices scheduled for 2005 release
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (22 April 2005)
PXI Controllers Deliver 50% Higher Performance
NI Introduces Industry's First Controllers to Use Mobile Intel 915GM Express Chipset. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (22 April 2005)
Secure memory implemented for intelligent building
User Application Article Accent has implemented Kilopass embedded non-volatile memory intellectual property in a System-on-Chip to provide an element in the electronic infrastructure for an intelligent building application.
News from Accent (22 April 2005)
Universal programmer has high-speed USB interface
The new All-100 universal and gang programmer, available from Computer Solutions, is a versatile, high-speed unit for programming virtually every type of device with a programmable memory.
News from Computer Solutions (22 April 2005)
On-board finite impulse response filter
Gage Applied Technologies has introduced new on-board Finite Impulse Response (FIR) Filter FPGA Technology in its high-resolution 14-bit digitizers.
News from Gage Applied Technologies (22 April 2005)
Low-cost, high-accuracy current transducer
LEM has introduced the ITB 300-S low-cost, high-accuracy current transducer, specified for 300 ARMS nominal measurements.
News from LEM UK (22 April 2005)
Real Time Production Control With New Software
The Giraffe Scheduling System v5.0 now has the capability to read real-time production data from machine sensors and controls and automatically re-schedule jobs.
News from Giraffe Production Systems (22 April 2005)
Pack's Dosing System And Longer Shelf Life
User Application Article A longer shelf life and what is claimed to be a unique dosing system are the key benefits of a new pack custom-designed and manufactured by RPC Containers for pbi Home and Garden.
News from RPC Containers (22 April 2005)
Greyscale Printhead For Digital Packaging Printer
Visitors to the Romaco stand - hall 16, stand B 23 - at Interpack 2005 will be able to see Xaar's greyscale technology in action in Romaco's new UV ink-compatible digital packaging printer.
News from Xaar (22 April 2005)
Thicker grades of flexible matting now available
Extra thick floorcoverings are being added to the range of Fleximats produced by Plastic Extruders (Plastex). Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (22 April 2005)
Skills shortages bite as jobs pick up
The skills gap is widening as the job market recovers, according to the latest survey from the Recruitment Confidence Index (RCI).
News from Cranfield School of Management (21 April 2005)
Implants maker reduces machine times by up to 70%
User Application Article A world leader in limb salvage has seen machining times reduced by up to 70% since investing in CAD/CAM 3+2 axis machining software that covers more complex workpieces.
News from N C Graphics (Cambridge) (21 April 2005)
1st World Congress in Medical Electronics
Reed Business Information (member of Reed Elsevier) is organizing International Medical electronics, an international congress to address the rising importance of Electronics in Healthcare.
News from COMUNDI (21 April 2005)
1st world congress in automotive electronics
Reed business Information is organising Automotive electronics, the second international congress to keep up with the latest developments in Automotive Electronics technologies.
News from COMUNDI (21 April 2005)
UGS Updates Solid Edge "Evolve to 3D" Program
Solid Edge Version 17 eases migration from other systems.
News from Solid Edge (21 April 2005)
Winners Announced in CoCreate's Design Competition
3D model of portable outdoor monitor for Tour de France captures 35% of popular vote in CoCreate's design competition
News from CoCreate Software (21 April 2005)
Metz Werke Aims for Technical Perfection
User Application Article Metz Werke Aims for Technical Perfection Using CoCreate's OneSpace.net - The home entertainment leader says "overall savings amazing"
News from CoCreate Software (21 April 2005)
Simpowersystems 4 for power system development
Simpowersystems 4 provides new application libraries for modelling electric drives, flexible transmission systems, and distributed resources
News from MathWorks (21 April 2005)
Data quality solution for CPG manufacturers
Athanor CPG for Monitoring, Validation and Cleansing of Trading Partner and Item Data.
News from Similarity Systems (21 April 2005)
Exstream Software Partners with SQLink Group
Exstream Software announced today a co-marketing partnership agreement with SQLink Group, a leading provider of software and consulting services in Israel
News from Exstream Software (21 April 2005)
Premises for high voltage power supply specialists
Applied Kilovolts has moved in to new premises, opened by Peter Bottomly, the newly refurbished 570 square metre building houses the company's manufacturing facilities and office suites.
News from Applied Kilovolts (21 April 2005)
Bridge inspection works with rental hire
Technical Background Article A programme of Special Inspection works to a major bridge carrying the M4 motorway over the River Usk was helped by rentals from Ashtead Technology Rentals.
News from Ashtead Technology Rentals (21 April 2005)
3-CCD camera offers precise color rendition
JAI offers the CV-M91, a 3-CCD RGB camera featuring the 1/3" Sony ICX408AL imager in the NTSC version and ICX409AL in the PAL version.
News from JAI (21 April 2005)
MoD analysis contract renewed
LGC, Europe's contract has been renewed to provide analytical support to the Ministry of Defence's Compulsory Drug Testing (CDT) programme.
News from LGC (21 April 2005)
Food lab chemical analysis improves
The Food Potentiometric Analysis Collection is a know-how package for the practical analyst in the food industry. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (21 April 2005)
High performance pharmaceutical analyses
Thermo Electron's ARL X'TRA high performance powder X-ray Diffractometer conducts cost-effective, fast and reliable pharmaceutical analyses of powder samples and tablets in small quantities.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (21 April 2005)
RFID Packing List Envelopes Match Individual Needs
Tenza Technologies, the manufacturer of packing list envelopes (PLEs), has launched a new RFID-enabled Tenzalope.
News from Tenza Technologies (21 April 2005)
Slip-resistant matting improves wet floors
User Application Article Vynagrip slip-resistant matting is being used to solve major problems in all the Carrefour supermarkets throughout Indonesia. Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (21 April 2005)
Data management capability to extend outwards
i2 Technologies has begun to identify and evaluate potential opportunities to expand its Master Data Management technology beyond its current supply chain management applications.
News from i2 Technologies (20 April 2005)
Rapra helps Merseyside companies prosper
Working in partnership with Greater Merseyside Enterprise, technical consultants from Rapra are helping Merseyside, UK based companies develop plastics and rubber based innovations and services.
News from Smithers Rapra (20 April 2005)
'Swing Panel' enclosures provide ready access
A wide range of accessories is available that enhance electrical/electronics enclosures and the 'Swing Panel' option addresses situations where easy access to the circuitry is required.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution (20 April 2005)
Moulders enable quality and quick response
User Application Article Explaining why a make of injection moulder is favoured, a subcontractor included the size of platens, reliability, easy adjustment, the T-slot mould arrangements and the fit with Euromap protocols.
News from Sandretto UK (20 April 2005)
Smaller stage lowers video measurement entry price
The speed and accuracy of video measurement is now within everyone's reach says Nikon, which has been able to cut the entry-level cost by reducing the size of the stage. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (20 April 2005)
Distributor appointed for Dimetix measurement
Sensors UK have been appointed as the UK distributor for the Dimetix range of laser distance measuring devices, which measure distances with millimetre precision up to 200m.
News from Sensors UK (20 April 2005)
Repeat order awarded for baking equipment
Turbo Systems, the market-leading specialists in the design and manufacture of equipment for the food industry, have just received a repeat order from one of the country's top cakes producers.
News from Turbo Systems (20 April 2005)
Pumps and bin unloader make show debut
Making its debut at Interpack will be a range of Murzan sanitary pumps a drum and bin unloading system, which is suitable for a wide range of liquids and semi solids.
News from Turbo Systems (20 April 2005)
Products cover 'Emergency Stop' requirements
A complete range of 'Emergency Stop' products that combine optimal functionality with usability throughout assembly, mounting and operation have a range of options to cover every equipment size. Brochure Available
News from EAO (20 April 2005)
Stereo viewer is geared for production
Stereo viewer bridges the gap between the microscope and the bench magnifier, meeting with demands for greater flexibility, higher standards of illumination and increased productivity. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (20 April 2005)
ATEX approved gear pumps move paint, coatings
Featuring 90 deg and 180 deg port configurations, ease of maintenance, robust construction and low maintenance costs, ATEX-approved gear pumps handle viscous fluids including paint and coatings.
News from Tuthill Pump Group (20 April 2005)
Plastics cable ties are metal detectable
Metal detectable plastics cable ties, designed for use within the food and pharmaceutical industries feature a metallic pigment that enables the tie to be detected more easily than standard ties.
News from E-Components and Chains (20 April 2005)
CD speeds in-line planetary gearhead selection
CD enables engineers and designers to identify the correct in-line planetary gearhead by entering performance requirements, specifying motor dimensions or entering model number. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (20 April 2005)
Fluids profiles dispensed accurately, consistently
To be launched at the Nepcon 2005 show, a microprocessor-driven, digital timer dispenses precise fluid profiles in an accurate, consistent and repeatable manner. Brochure Available
News from OK International (20 April 2005)
Servo-pneumatics suit product dispensing
User Application Article Accurate velocity and position control make servo-pneumatics ideal for product dispensing applications, such as a filling machine for a wide range of product parameters and deposition rates, Brochure Available
News from Festo (20 April 2005)
Tooling system speeds up work-changing
User Application Article MTS tooling system provided the basis for an in-house built fixturing system that allows any of 40+ fixtures to be changed in seconds on 5-axis machine tools with precision and no realignment.
News from REM Systems (20 April 2005)
Implants factories cut machining times up to 70%
User Application Article In human limb salvage with metal replacements, CAM software has reduced some machining operations by 50% and drilling operations have been reduced by a massive 70%.
News from NC Graphics (Cambridge) (20 April 2005)
Cross-hole burrs removed on the machine tool
In-process tool that can remove burrs from the intersection of holes has eliminated the problems associated with the hand deburring cross-drilled and back-faced holes.
News from Finishing Techniques (20 April 2005)
Machining centre produces ready-to-mould surfaces
Machining centre with linear motor drives and a spindle head counterbalance in the Z-axis achieves very high machining accuracy and a high surface finish for mould and die work. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (20 April 2005)
Routeco appointed Brady Corporation distributor
Routeco, the UK's leading specialist distributor of industrial control and automation products, has been appointed as a value added distributor for Brady Corporation.
News from Routeco (20 April 2005)
Jenoptik Laser acquires 51% of Photonic Sense
Jenoptik Laser, Optik, Systeme, a Jenoptik subsidiary in the Photonics business division, has acquired 51 percent of the stock in Eisenacher Photonic Sense.
News from Jenoptik (20 April 2005)
One CNC sliding head auto replaces four cam types
User Application Article Every multi-axis automatic lathe with sub spindle and driven tooling replaces three or four cam machines; freeing space and providing faster metalcutting cycles and eliminating second operations.
News from Star Micronics GB (20 April 2005)
Tear tape certified for food packaging
Producer of tear tape technology, PP Payne, has been awarded the BRC/IOP Technical Standard covering hygiene and quality assurance - showing products' suitability for food packaging.
News from PP Payne (20 April 2005)
Precision strain gauges automatically tested
User Application Article Automated production line testing of precision strain gauges has been made possible by using a materials testing system that replaces a manually operated dead weight system.
News from Lloyd Instruments (20 April 2005)
Machine vision integrates via Ethernet/IP
PPT Vision has added the Ethernet/IP communication protocol into its Impact family of intelligent cameras including the Impact C-series machine vision micro-system family.
News from PPT Vision (20 April 2005)
Specialist metalforming technology to be shown
A core manufacturing capabilities include superalloy production, investment precision casting, precision metalforming and a wide range of specialist fabrication processes will be shown in Paris.
News from Doncasters Group (20 April 2005)
Verify CNC programs without cutting a part
NC file editor, 3D viewer, back-plotter and verification utility are combined to offer CNC tool path verification directly on the shop floor without ever making a part cut.
News from Maverick Systems (20 April 2005)
Scheduling management tool is multi-lingual
Multilingual scheduling management tool is highly adaptable and, therefore, suitable for use by all types of companies, which can eliminate unnecessary paperwork and cumbersome scheduling boards.
News from French Technology Press Bureau (20 April 2005)
Mould pressure sensors cope with changeovers
Adaptor based mould pressure sensor allows moulds to be disassembled and inserts changed simply and quickly without risk to the sensor or its cable.
News from Kistler Instruments (20 April 2005)
Speed up toolchange on knee-type millers
Here is a way to automate knee-type milling machines for faster and easier tool changes by using automatic drawbars that can reduce tool change time by up to 75%. Brochure Available
News from Kurt Manufacturing (20 April 2005)
Infrared thermometers can be set up remotely
Incorporating digital technology, a device offers an integral web browser and Ethernet capability so that infrared thermometers can be set up remotely from a computer - laptop or desktop PC. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (20 April 2005)
Keeping metal contaminants out of tea
Eclipse Magnetics recently won an order to supply four high intensity double row housed grid magnets for the world, renowned traditional, aromatic and flavoured tea manufacturer in Andover.
News from Eclipse Magnetics (20 April 2005)
System can laser-mark eatable products
A revolutionary laser marking system that allows a safe, high contrast image to be formed directly onto edible products such as fresh produce, and pharmaceutical tablets.
News from DataLase (20 April 2005)
Fastener innovation helps update electronics
User Application Article A range of standard and special-purpose fasteners is playing a small but significant role in the evolution of electronic products made by a growing world-leading passive component manufacturer.
News from Northern Precision (20 April 2005)
CD highlights intelligent DRO benefits
A free CD outlining the features and benefits of the Acu-Rite Millpwr two-/three-axis CNC/three-axis digital read-out for intuitive knee milling applications is now available.
News from ACI (UK) (20 April 2005)
Vibratory bowl feeders offer many options
A range of vibratory bowl feeders offers a wide number of designs and options and are manufactured from the highest quality materials including cast aluminium, mild and stainless steel.
News from Riley Automation (20 April 2005)
Long-bed CNC lathe has steady rest facility
User Application Article Attractive price, a steady rest facility and user-friendliness were among the requirements of an oil industry oil tubular goods repair facility when it sought a new 2-axis CNC long-bed lathe.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (20 April 2005)
Retrofit controls update metalforming machinery
Ideal for upgrading the vast number of first-generation CNC metalforming machines in the UK, whose controls have become obsolete, is a range of lower-cost controls with many features.
News from DC Services (20 April 2005)
Brush-maker updates management systems
User Application Article A twell-respected manufacturer of brushes has found business management software that offers flexibility, is adaptable, and has system parameters to invoke or revoke the required functionality.
News from Exel Computer Systems (20 April 2005)
Bringing CAM into US schools' CIM courses
Pathtrace Systems has announced the success of its partnership with Project Lead the Way, which resulted in the use of EdgeCAM software in CIM course in 2004-05.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (20 April 2005)
Auto-tester measures surface insulation resistance
Automatic tester that measures surface insulation resistance PCBs provides a much faster, more sensitive and reliable test of impending problems than has previously been available.
News from Gen3 Systems (20 April 2005)
Photogrammetry Returns to Control Fair
Demonstrations feature CAD compare measurements on an A6 body of AUDI's new state-of-the art estate car
News from Geodetic Systems, Inc. (20 April 2005)
NPTV awarded major patent in interactive TV
NPTV, a leading company in interactive television technologies has just been awarded a European patent
News from NPTV (20 April 2005)
No limits with Seriously Internet
Broadband ISP offers 2 Mbps service for just 14.99 GBP and no limits downloads.
News from Seriously Internet (20 April 2005)
United States GAO selects Pathlore
User Application Article United States Government Accountability Office selects Pathlore Learning Management Solution
News from SumTotal Systems (20 April 2005)
Trillium Software continues its Momentum
New product release demonstrates commitment to support the global data quality needs of international organisations.
News from Trillium Software (20 April 2005)
Infor completes acquisition of MAPICS
Infor has announced it has acquired MAPICS after receiving regulatory approvals and satisfying the closing conditions of the transaction, originally announced in January.
News from Infor (20 April 2005)
Easy set-up and consistent calibration
Instron, a leading provider of testing equipment designed to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and components, has launched its new advanced video extensometer (AVE).
News from Instron (20 April 2005)
Certification establishes suitability
Moxa Networking has received Type Approval from certification society Det Norske Veritas for the EDS-508, EDS-405, and EDS-308/305 series of Ethernet Switches, and IMC-101 series of Fiber Converters.
News from Moxa Technologies (20 April 2005)
Plastic cable and bag ties are metal-detectable
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching Detectamet metal-detectable plastic cable ties that are specifically designed for use within the food and pharmaceutical industries.
News from E-Components and Chains (20 April 2005)
Aerospace approves lasers for direct part marking
A major UK aerospace company has produced a specification for direct part marking with lasers to improve traceability standards and to meet the objectives of the ATA SPEC 2000 directive. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (19 April 2005)
Best attendance ever recorded at IPOT/MV seminars
The UK Industrial Vision Association's series of free seminars run at the recent IPOT/Machine Vision Show attracted over 270 attendees over the two day period.
News from UK Industrial Vision Association (19 April 2005)
Speed up machining without burning up the unit
'Super precise' air spindles maintain high speeds and torque under load - with no gears or lubrication - cutting cycle time and downtime, so there are no geared motors that burn up under load.
News from ITC Tooling (19 April 2005)
Portable hardness testing standard devloped
ASTM International Committee A01 on Steel, Stainless Steel and Related Alloys has developed a standard for portable hardness testing - A 1038 - using ultrasonic contact impedance method.
News from ASTM International (19 April 2005)
Experience 'time bomb' - the clock is ticking
A quarter of UK fabricators' company directors will be aged 60 or over by thi year's end, says a report and it asks "Who will replace them?".
News from Plimsoll Publishing (19 April 2005)
Controller raised cutting system functionality
User Application Article A simple email sparked an idea for the managing director of machine manufacturer for an innovative laminate cutting and printing machine that saved a significant amount of money for a customer.
News from NEE Controls (19 April 2005)
Software reduces automotive supplier costs
One of the world's largest suppliers of automotive systems and components has adopted modular instruments, test management software and vision software to reduce delivery time, costs and floor space. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (19 April 2005)
Alarm information display is operator-friendly
Remote displays provide from 8 to 120 points of annunciator display in a stand-alone panel-mount package for use with a remote alarm annunciator logic or can be connected to PLC or SCADA system. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (19 April 2005)
Camcon shows camless engine at Detroit congress
That camless IC engines for transport and industrial uses are developing rapidly is instanced by Camcon's development and will have signiificant implications for the machine tool industry.
News from Camcon Technology (19 April 2005)
I2 wins prestigious Automotive News PACE Award
i2 Technologies, a leading provider of demand-driven solutions designed to enable business agility, was named a 2005 Automotive News PACE Award winner in Detroit, USA.
News from i2 Technologies (19 April 2005)
SS valves spray fine coatings
Two stainless steel valves spray fine mist of low-viscosity materials such as conformal coating, solvent, oil and grease, precisely and consistently for thin-film fluid deposits. Brochure Available
News from OK International (19 April 2005)
Lubricant protects against corrosion
Protective lubricant 40+ leaves a non-conductive film behind after application, which resists corrosion for over 200 hours in the BS 3900 F4 Salt Spray test and is plastics, rubber, and paints safe.
News from CRC Industries UK Ltd (19 April 2005)
Ceramic coating extends welding sensor life
A ceramic coating contains special additives to ensure that resistance welding sensors resist welding slag buildup and high heat levels while maintaining sensor range.
News from Balluff UK (19 April 2005)
Turn-mill centre ups connectors' competitivity
Manufacturer of multiway electrical and fibre optic connectors has bought an Index G160 mill-turn centre to produce wide ranging features on one machine and save 65-70% of standard set times.
News from Deutsch (19 April 2005)
High pressure sensor has temperature output
High pressure rated sensor for hydraulic cylinders, rated for up to 500 bar, offers piston position sensing and temperature acquisition for comprehensive monitoring and diagnostics.
News from Balluff UK (19 April 2005)
Vero reports 10% turnover increase
VI Group, the parent company of CAD/CAM software developer Vero International Software, has reported a 10% growth in its revenues and a doubling of earnings before tax, depreciation and amortisation.
News from Vero International Software (19 April 2005)
Ball lock pins have aerospace approvals
Aerospace specification ball lock pins are designed for workholding or installation uses where especially strong holding forces are required, both axially and in shear. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (19 April 2005)
Bus manufacturer praises clamps' performance
User Application Article Three major benefits of Brauer clamps are they are very reliable, convenient to operate and they remain fixed shut until they are actively disengaged, says a leading bus manufacturer.
News from Brauer (19 April 2005)
AC drives have modular expansion bus
Advanced adjustable speed AC drives feature a modular expansion bus and option range that allows users to configure optimum solutions for every AC drive application. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (19 April 2005)
Appointments to boost business development
ATS Automation Tooling Systems has made two executive appointments to reinforce its sales and business development and drive its strategic marketing to achieve growth in near, medium and long term.
News from ATS Automation Tooling Systems (19 April 2005)
Standard industrial classifications to be changed
GTMA is actively involved, on behalf of the UK industry, in Operation 2007 - an opportunity to request fundamental changes to the structure of the Standard Industrial Classification codes.
News from GTMA (19 April 2005)
Microspheres improve paints' properties
Hollow glass microspheres offer improved scrub and burnish properties, viscosity control, thermal insulation and sound dampening characteristics to paint and coatings formulators.
News from Potters Industries (19 April 2005)
SS induction motors are reliable under wash-downs
Stainless steel enclosed AC induction motors are available in eight standard frame sizes and provide reliable operation when subjected to frequent wetting or washdown.
News from Empire Magnetics (19 April 2005)
Power brushes remove damaging burrs
Power brushes remove damaging burrs and sharp edges and improve the quality and the performance of gears, while also lowering manufacturing costs compared to other deburring methods.
News from Weiler Corporation (19 April 2005)
Major packaging film line installed in Belarus
Representing a major landmark in the packaging industry in Russia and Europe, Alcopack is installing a EUR 20m line that will produce biaxially and mono axially oriented polystyrene based film.
News from Alcopack (19 April 2005)
Time to update ISO 14000 certification
TUV has the capability to assess an organisation against quality and environmental system management requirements and can also update previous certification to realise the advantages.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (19 April 2005)
Balancing website is now in seven languages
To promote balancing, vibration control and laser measurement systems to a world-wide audience, as complete website is produced in seven languages, including Turkish and Russian. Brochure Available
News from Schmitt Europe (19 April 2005)
OEE package suits low volume CNC machine users
An affordable OEE software package for low volume or batch production CNC machine users provides a standard measurement in order to determine the effectiveness of a machine or production process.
News from Seiki Systems (19 April 2005)
Tier 1 awards 400-robot order to ABB
ABB has been awarded the first of two orders from a global, tier one automotive supplier, for 400 welding robots and IRC5 control systems, destined for production plants in Europe and the USA. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (19 April 2005)
Sensor captures 15 full-frame images per second
A 2 megapixel vision sensor is believed to be the first one that captures full-frame, 1600 x 1200 images at up to 15 frames per second for highly detailed inspection of fast moving objects.
News from Cognex UK (19 April 2005)
Fixture enables precise rotor matching
User Application Article Manufacturer of rotary screws is using a bespoke measuring fixture with data analysis and capture, as a pair of rotors must be exactly geometrically matched, in order to mesh together perfectly.
News from Quality Gauging Systems (19 April 2005)
Open House showed wide CNC machine range
One of the widest ranges of metal cutting machine tools, available from any single company, was represented at a 2005 UK Open House by Hardinge-Bridgeport.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools (19 April 2005)
LMS for Mecca Bingo
User Application Article Bingo's back and it's bigger. Once the exclusive preserve of the nation's gaming grans, bingo is grabbing a wider audience today, prompting significant growth within the sector
News from AdVal Learning Solutions (19 April 2005)
Priam launches CRM Sales Manager
PRIAM Software has launched CRM Sales Manager, a complete customer relationship management package.
News from Priam Software (19 April 2005)
MB720 Mini ITX
IBase Announces the Availability of the MB720 Mini ITX VIA CN400 Motherboard
News from IBase Europe (19 April 2005)
VIA Extends the Thrills of Doom 3
Available from VIA Gamers Arena, new Doom 3 map ports offer fresh strategies with new weapons, more ammunition and added detail, as well as radical changes in lighting and texturing.
News from VIA Technologies (19 April 2005)
Free Geomagic Review software
Free Geomagic Review software enables enterprise-wide sharing of inspection results
News from Geomagic (19 April 2005)
System-level simulation performance and debugging
Aldec has announced the release of Riviera 2005.04 with an all new system-level simulation engine and improved SystemC debugging.
News from Aldec (19 April 2005)
Analytical sensors aid validation
Emerson Process Management has introduced the Rosemount Analytical 403 Endurance Conductivity Sensor, with a 0.4 micron Ra surface finish on all wetted surfaces.
News from Emerson Process Management (19 April 2005)
Multi-channel temperature monitoring
The ACR-SR-8 multi-input temperature data logger from JDL is designed for applications requiring multi temperature recording. It is very simple to set-up, operate, download and use the data recorded.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (19 April 2005)
Weighing results stabilise faster
Mettler Toledo has launched the Excellence Plus XP analytical range for fast, accurate and safe weighing. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 April 2005)
Laser scanning acquisitions
Metris, a leader in CMM based laser scanning applications has announced the simultaneous acquisition of Krypton (Leuven, Belgium) and MetricVision (Virginia, Washington, USA). Brochure Available
News from Metris (19 April 2005)
Debugging solution is user friendly
Synplicity has announced an enhanced version of its Identify RTL Debugger software with ease-of-use features, delivering customers the most comprehensive debugging solution in the industry.
News from Synplicity (19 April 2005)
Power sources get test options
User Application Article Windows software allowing California Instruments families of power sources to support the latest Airbus ABD 0100.1.8 tests for avionics and cabin electronics equipment on aircraft is now available.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (19 April 2005)
Partnership Tackles RFID Market Development
Precisia LLC, a developer of printed electronics technologies, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Flint Ink Corporation, has formed a partnership with Impinj Inc to launch a line of RFID products.
News from Precisia LLC (19 April 2005)
Receptacle design allows rapid probe replacement
Receptacle features an insulated dual-contact arrangement that allows a probe to be fitted and replaced in the receptacle without any wiring or de-soldering.
News from Peak Test Services (18 April 2005)
System tests semiconductor reliability for 65nm
A high channel count, turnkey system tests reliability models lifetime of the world's most advanced ULSI CMOS processes at the 65nm node and beyond. Brochure Available
News from Keithley Instruments (18 April 2005)
Eddy current instruments provide documentation
Eddy current instrument line is aimed at production and laboratory applications and provides complete test result documentation, easy operation, testing speed and reliability.
News from ibg NDT Systems (18 April 2005)
Management systems assessed and confirmed
TUV International UK has the capability to assess and confirm that management systems are consistent with various published ISO standards relevant to this area.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (18 April 2005)
Precise dispenser features an innovative drive
Claimed to be the world's most precise filler, a dispensing unit features an innovative drive control rotary piston pump that reliably achieves fill accuracies of +/-0.05% or better.
News from BASCO Technologies (18 April 2005)
Cartridges enable greater dispensing volumes
Cartridge dispensing systems allow users of the Mixpac System 50 to dispense greater volumes without purchasing a new gun and uses the same twist-and-lock static mixers used by 50ml cartridges.
News from Sulzer Mixpac USA (18 April 2005)
Trollies and carts configured as needed
A wide range of standard tubular components, brackets, wheels and accessories is utilised to build carts and trolleys that can be adapted, reconfigured and rebuilt whenever required.
News from Tube and Bracket Company (18 April 2005)
Pump maker sales pass the $100m mark
Mono Pumps, the manufacturer of pumps and specialist wastewater and oilfield equipment, achieved worldwide sales in excess of US$100m for their last financial year.
News from Mono Pumps (18 April 2005)
Digital dispenser/controllers store 10 programs
With accuracy and repeatability being key features, a new system is intuitive and able to store up to ten separate programs to monitor the amount and duration of vacuum. Brochure Available
News from OK International (18 April 2005)
Major order placed for polymer testing in China
A Chinese multinational has placed orders with Ametek/Lloyd Instruments for nine polymer testing instruments and accessories from its Davenport range.
News from Lloyd Instruments (18 April 2005)
Guide offered to bearing selection
Technical Background Article Bearings today are served by a large number of coatings and surface treatments to combat friction, corrosion and wear, and how to select the right one is described by the Barden Corporation.
News from Barden Corporation (18 April 2005)
Curvaceous Software appoints North American agent
Curvaceous Software appoints Cayuga Partners as a new North American agent that uses a combination of consultancy, education and software tools to improve supply chain responsiveness. Brochure Available
News from Curvaceous Software (18 April 2005)
Chinese supplier buys PCB assembly software
UGS-Tecnomatix eM-Execution software is to help Alcatel-Shanghai Bell to meet customer requirements by providing traceability, materials management and quality management.
News from Tecnomatix Technologies (18 April 2005)
Virtalis partners with PTC in visualisation
Virtalis has become a Gold Partner in the PTC Partner Advantage Programme and has been selected as the company's preferred visualisation supplier for its corporate customer visit centers. Brochure Available
News from Virtalis (18 April 2005)
WElded tubes maker invests in latetst ERP
Hydro Ellay Enfield, a world leader in the manufacture of welded tubes for automotive heat exchanger applications, has ordered the EFACS ERP system from Exel.
News from Exel Computer Systems (18 April 2005)
Ultra-miniature photo sensor is powerful
Banner Engineering has introduced new World-Beam Q12 Series ultra-miniature photoelectric sensors.
News from Banner Engineering (18 April 2005)
LMS opens office to serve Russia, Ukraine
LMS has opened a representative office in Moscow, Russia, to locally support its customers and distributors in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. Brochure Available
News from LMS International (18 April 2005)
Three-spindle head drills thousands under CNC
Applying a three spindle drill head to the existing programmable machine tool the total operation time per component - to drill thousands of holes - was reduced over 50%.
News from AutoDrill (18 April 2005)
System manages over 200 axes through Ethernet
An innovative solution for implementing machinery and motion control systems uses Ethernet Powerlink protocol to manage over 200 axes of motion. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (18 April 2005)
Miniature sensors offer beam choice
True miniaturisation in inductive style housings is offered by sensors available as diffuse, retro-reflective and thru-beam types, plus a fixed-focus variant in a square and tubular housings.
News from Balluff UK (18 April 2005)
Aircraft door check is five times quicker
User Application Article Automatic, final-inspection pre-production interchangeability checks on a large aircraft blocker door takes 15 minutes on a CMM, whereas manual inspection used to take four to five times longer.
News from LK (18 April 2005)
HDRI CD library now available from ART VPS
ART VPS has released a CD library of high-dynamic range imaging (HDRI) environments for use in 3D rendering.
News from ARTVPS (18 April 2005)
New Fanless Low Power 5.25-inch Embedded Board
AXIOMTEK reveals its new embedded SBC (Single Board Computer), the SBC83677, with SDRAM onboard and 4 COM ports
News from Axiomtek (18 April 2005)
System Avoids Poor Quality Labelling
User Application Article A major UK chilled drinks manufacturer has installed its second ALline C labelling system from Application Development (ADL) as part of a new product launch.
News from Application Development Ltd (18 April 2005)
CD Pack's Design Adds To Product Appeal
Grooverider, the CD package from Atomic MK, has been tripping off the shelf in such quantities that it has become the favourite stock item at Atomic's Milton Keynes (UK) distribution centre.
News from Atomic MK Ltd (18 April 2005)
Laser Marking For Quality, Speed And Reliability
The Rofin Multiscan VS laser marking system is claimed to be suitable for packaging lines where mark quality, marking speed and reliability are of key importance. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (18 April 2005)
Green Lid Adds Distinction To Belgian Salads
User Application Article RPC Bebo Nederland has claimed to have made a in the aesthetic potential of its container range by creating a green tinted lid for a range of low fat fresh salads.
News from RPC Containers (18 April 2005)
New Compact Flow Wrap System At Interpack
Sigpack Systems is bringing a compact packaging machine to the market this year, which will soon be packing Sweden's best-loved pastries.
News from Sigpack Systems (18 April 2005)
Operations Man Moves In To Seal European Potential
The Bradford arm of Sealed Air Limited, the European technical support centre for Sealed Air Europe, has appointed a new operations manager for its UK shrink packaging division (SPD).
News from Sealed Air (18 April 2005)
Pallet Wrapping Film Cuts Usage By 50%
Stretch film converter Vale Pack has launched what is claimed to be one of the first UK-manufactured pre-stretched pallet wraps.
News from Vale Pack Ltd (18 April 2005)
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