News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 24 April
to Saturday 30 April 2005
Omron reports record financial results
Omron Corporation has again announced record financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2005 with net sales having risen 4.1% year-on-year to Yen 608.5 billion. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (29 April 2005)
Super thin SS conveyor belts are stronger
A breakthrough in steel belt processing technology has enabled a steel producer to launch a range of strong, super thin stainless steel conveyor belts to replace weaker plastics ones.
News from Sandvik Materials Technology UK (29 April 2005)
Intermarketing represents Wilmington in Brazil
Intermarketing Brasil have announced an agreement through which it will represent Wilmington's new line of high speed rotary blow molding machinery.
News from Wilmington Machinery (29 April 2005)
Textile testing machines are versatile
Line of testing equipment perform functional tests on parts and components and standard tests on textiles calling for high nominal loads can be carried out cost effectively. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (29 April 2005)
Hardness tester programs are easy to configure
Test programs are quick and easy to configure on a hardness tester that is geared for Vickers, Brinell, and Rockwell, plus ball-pressure hardness testing. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (29 April 2005)
Multi-spindle drill heads fit knee-types
Multiple spindle drill heads are easily mated to Bridgeport vertical milling machines and hundreds of 'copycat' brands, as most of the brands conform to a common standard.
News from AutoDrill (29 April 2005)
SMD machine mounts wide variety of parts
Among versatile high-performance SMD component mounting machines a multi-functional type elivers the perfect balance between high speed and high accuracy.
News from Assembléon (29 April 2005)
Punch press tools align in the press
A new tooling system for Trumpf presses combines the economy of conventional Trumpf style tooling with features that eliminate the need for alignment fixtures for tooling set-up. Brochure Available
News from Mate Precision Tooling (29 April 2005)
Software extends tool and cutter grinding
Latest software for CNC tool and cutter grinders make the performance of an ANCA machine more efficient, provide significantly extended flexibility and enhance applications scope.
News from Anca Pty (29 April 2005)
Ex-rental CNC lathe and VMC offered at MTI show
Two ex-rental CNC machines a Dugard Eagle slant bed lathe and VMC will be offered for sale and demonstrated under power at the Coventry previously owned machine tool and equipment exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (29 April 2005)
Processing times reduced like a shot
User Application Article When the Essex based subcontractor JB Limmax of Harlow needed to reduce its processing times, it turned to ITC Tooling of Tamworth.
News from ITC Tooling (29 April 2005)
SAP Helps Banks Comply with Regulations
User Application Article SAP Accounting for Financial Instruments Streamlines Compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards and Replaces Time-consuming Spreadsheet Patchwork
News from SAP (29 April 2005)
Seriously Shopping
Broadband ISP branches out into the shopping arena
News from Seriously Internet (29 April 2005)
Presstek Achieves Record Revenue
ABDick Ahead of Schedule with Breakeven Operating Net Earnings
News from Presstek Inc (29 April 2005)
Free CAD-Library
Free CAD-Library "powerPARTS Editon 2005" is now available
News from TraceParts (29 April 2005)
Hardened Embedded Systems Expanded
Ebox series includes standard and extended temperature systems to meet varying industry requirements
News from Axiomtek (29 April 2005)
VIA PC for Low Cost Industrial Computing
The AEC-6810 Embedded Control PC is a very small, high performance, multi-functional industrial controller with many features superior to similar industrial PCs.
News from Impulse (29 April 2005)
Fanless Transmeta Boxer PC
Impulse announce Fanless Transmeta Boxer PC for Vehicle Control and Automation
News from Impulse (29 April 2005)
GEO 18.1 has been released this April
Partial factors in Frew and soil reinforcement in Slope included in latest release of GEO
News from Oasys (29 April 2005)
UK distributor for precison motion systems
Feinmess Dresden of Germany has appointed Armstrong Optical of Northants, UK as its exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland.
News from Armstrong Optical (29 April 2005)
Hand-held thermal and visible imaging camera
Armstrong Optical of Northampton has announced the immediate availability of a new, low cost, addition to its range of thermal imaging and visible imaging camera systems.
News from Armstrong Optical (29 April 2005)
Data collection and control without PLC Logic
Kurt Manufacturing's new USB modular building blocks for SPC data collection and control provide solutions for simple plug and run to very complex applications. Brochure Available
News from Kurt Manufacturing (29 April 2005)
Collaboration brings materials characterization
Malvern Instruments and PerkinElmer have announced a collaborative sales agreement that will offer customers in North America a complete solution for their rheology and thermal analysis needs. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (29 April 2005)
Forum launched for medical device technology
A major new interactive networking event, the MDT Innovation Forum, has been launched by the organisers of the annual UK Medical Device Technology exhibition and conference.
News from Medical Device Technology forum (29 April 2005)
Rotational viscometers are easy to use and precise
The Visco Basic is the entrance level, attractively priced Viscometer from Metrohm with three versions for differing measuring ranges. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 April 2005)
Compatibility in potentiometric titration
The Metrohm Titrando System is entirely oriented towards Quality Management in the laboratory and offers various possibilities. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 April 2005)
Surfactant testing made easy
Surf PAC from Metrohm, stands for "Surfactant Potentiometric Analysis Collection" and contains the titration methods most used in surfactant analysis in an attractive and practical form. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 April 2005)
Tool for IPTV and Video-over-IP deployment
Pixelmetrix, the global expert in Preventive Monitoring for digital television networks, has launched its latest product, the DVStation-IP Portable.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
MPEG advanced coding analyzer
Pixelmetrix, the global expert in Preventive Monitoring for digital television networks, has announced full support for the new coding technology: H.264, also known as MPEG-4 Part 10.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
Real time quality surveillance selected
User Application Article Pixelmetrix has announced that Kabel Deutschland has selected the Pixelmetrix DVStation solution as its Digital Video Quality assurance platform.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
Remote monitoring in Salt Lake City
User Application Article U.S. Digital Television (USDTV) has selected the Pixelmetrix DVStation-Remote monitoring platform for its Network Operating Center in Salt Lake City.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
Connectivity utilised for reporting solution
Pixelmetrix at NAB 2005 will announce ConsolidatorPlus, a comprehensive management and reporting control system for its DVStation preventive monitoring platform.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
MPEG 2 helps solve problems
Pixelmetrix ihas announced the latest member to its successful DVStor family with the latest model supporting 2 Terabytes on online storage.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
Alliance for "ultimate" test and control facility
Statmon Technologies and Pixelmetrix have announced that they have formed a strategic alliance to develop a control and management and test and measurement solution for DTV.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
End-to-end DPI solution from coming together
Pixelmetrix and Adtec Digital have come together to offer a complete system for Digital Program Insertion that will handle everything from inserting commercials to quality control.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
DV software supports latest developments
DVStation software from Pixelmetrix, an expert in Preventive Monitoring for digital television networks, supports the latest developments in the DVB-H standard.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (29 April 2005)
Profibus option for suspended solids
Solartron Mobrey's MSL600 sludge blanket level sensor, MSM400 suspended solids density meter and MSP900SP level sensor are all now available with Profibus.
News from Mobrey Measurement (29 April 2005)
Temperature and humidity wireless dataloggers
The new GenII RF Squirrel offers users simple installation, expansion, maintenance and operation, making the system ideal for use in all applications where installing of wires is difficult.
News from Wessex Power Technology (29 April 2005)
Temperature and humidity cold chain monitors
Wessex Power offers both advice and a complete monitoring solution to record temperature, humidity and/or shock data in transport and static validation applications.
News from Wessex Power Technology (29 April 2005)
Autoclave covers steriliser validation
Designed for continuous monitoring under even the most adverse conditions, the Micropack 3 tracers from Wessex Power tolerate harsh or hazardous environments with ease.
News from Wessex Power Technology (29 April 2005)
Humidity, temperature calibrator is self contained
HygroGen is a completely self contained generator of humidity and temperature that allow users to check calibration at several points in a short time.
News from Wessex Power Technology (29 April 2005)
Electrical product test system power raised
To provide high-speed production line test throughputs and broader testing capabilities, the functional load test current of a production line electrical safety testing system has been raised to 16A. Brochure Available
News from Cropico (29 April 2005)
Shatter-Proof Pot Provides Style To Icing Packs
User Application Article A gold pot from RPC Containers Blackburn (UK) has provided style and convenience for two new soft icing products from cake decoration specialist Supercook.
News from RPC Containers (29 April 2005)
Gold pot ensures icing reaches the cake
A gold pot from RPC Containers Blackburn has provided style and convenience for two new soft icing products from cake decoration specialist Supercook.
News from RPC Containers (29 April 2005)
Machine vision product prices reduced
With Firstsight Vision's new purchasing power as part of the Stemmer Imaging Group, some of the best selling machine vision products can now be supplied at lower-than-ever prices. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (28 April 2005)
Splitter boxes survive harsh wash-downs
Splitter boxes withstand a good hosing down, as of all industrial environments, harsh washdown areas can be the toughest conditions for control equipment to survive. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (28 April 2005)
Networked valves aid smooth plant running
Networking a series of inter-connecting valves enables each one to be uniquely addressable within a network, and aids the smooth running of any facility. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (28 April 2005)
Anti-friction coating ups equipment performance
A general-purpose anti-friction treatment for ferrous metals measurably reduces friction, mechanical wear and improves overall machinery and equipment performance.
News from Kalimex (28 April 2005)
UK fastener company appoints Finnish agent
Specialist single-source supplier of fasteners as well as special-purpose turned and cold-formed parts, has extended its global reach with the appointment of a distributor in Finland.
News from Northern Precision (28 April 2005)
Three more professionals added to i2 board
i2 Technologies, a leading provider of demand-driven supply chain software products, has announced that Stephen Bradley, Lloyd G Waterhouse and Jack Wilson, will join the its board of directors.
News from i2 Technologies (28 April 2005)
Motion controllers suport continuous path work
Latest motion controllers for stepper and servo motors are capable of supporting multi-axes simultaneous continuous path profiling and are supported by comprehensive software.
News from Axiomatic Technology (28 April 2005)
Mill/turn subcontractor ups order intake again
First quarter sales for Unicut Precision, a small part subcontract machinist, are already almost 25% ahead of last year with some customers doubling orders for 2005.
News from Unicut Precision (28 April 2005)
Beware of handling equipment having no CE mark
The head of a major manufacturer and supplier of loading bay and materials handling equipment has criticised the lack of quality standards in some cheap imports now coming into the UK.
News from Thorworld Industries (28 April 2005)
Offering everything but the enclosure
The gradual trend toward integration of panel security functions is being satisfied with products ranging from simple turn locks to complete access/environmental management systems. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (28 April 2005)
AOI platform enables high test coverage
Hardware platform with a modularly extendable camera for AOI guarantees a high fault coverage as well as flexible and effective application in the production of PCBs.
News from Göpel electronic GmbH (28 April 2005)
EOAT for robots picks up variety of shapes
Multi-function, robotic end-of-arm tooling, designed specifically for packaging and palletising applications, can pick and place a wide variety of shapes, bags, boxes and bottles.
News from SAS Automation (28 April 2005)
CD helps ease plant shut-down tasks
Easy-to-use, the CD includes all relevant technical information sheets, operating manuals and device descriptions for the complete Endress + Hauser product range. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (28 April 2005)
Compressed air fittings need no tools
Push in compressed air fittings provide quick and easy connection without the need for tools thus saving on valuable installation times in general manufacturing and food industries.
News from Norgren (28 April 2005)
Convert laptop into a resistance welding monitor
Interface converts a laptop computer into a resistance welding monitor to check current, voltage, conductance, power, force and/or pressure, workpiece thickness and displacement.
News from WeldComputer Corporation (28 April 2005)
Transducers eliminate corrosive media leak risk
Sensors that measure a wide range of benign and corrosive media, with temperatures ranging from -70 to +300 deg F provide data for safety, control and alarm functions.
News from American Sensor Technologies (28 April 2005)
Multi-pallet handling puts skills to better use
User Application Article Setting times, even for very small batches, have been eliminated by a multi-pallet handling system that has freed highly skilled operatives for use elsewhere, increasing the quality of a workforce. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (28 April 2005)
CAM provides CAD surface reproducability
User Application Article Manufacturer of styling and engineering models for automotive and aerospace industries uses NC software that provides true machining reproducibility of CAD surface data.
News from Sescoi International (28 April 2005)
Rotary bowl nut feeder order repeated
Dengensha Europe has received a further order from Thyssen Krupp Body Stamping for six-off custom built automatic rotary bowl nut feeders with Siemens S7 controls.
News from Dengensha Europe (28 April 2005)
Web-based supply chain collaboration enhanced
Enhanced web-based document exchange capabilities for enterprise asset management product can help reduce purchasing-related activity time by 40% and increase security.
News from Invensys (28 April 2005)
Robot removes coatings by water jetting
Robotic system for 3D waterjet cleaning and surface treatment is designed to offer efficient, fast and accurate removal of coatings, grease and other substances from metal surfaces. Brochure Available
News from KMT Robotic Solutions (28 April 2005)
Check thickness coatings without touching
Hand-held coating thickness instrument uses phase measurements to get better results and does not have to touch the coating surface, such as when checking rough zinc coatings. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) (28 April 2005)
CNC lathe has exceptional swing and bed length
Exceptional swing capacities and bed length - ideal for demanding turning applications within the oil and gas production sector - feature a heavy duty, flat bed CNC lathe.
News from Dean, Smith and Grace (28 April 2005)
Hard turning boosts gear blank production
User Application Article Bore and face machining of case-hardened gear blanks is now completed in one operation instead of two since hard turning replaced grinding and eliminated inter-operation handling. Brochure Available
News from NCMT (28 April 2005)
High speed handling enhances transfer press
User Application Article CNC linked to rotary encoders enable a high capacity transfer press feed to be halted in 605ms in the event of a mis-feed or tooling problem and can be operated in manual transfer mode.
News from Gudel UK (28 April 2005)
Five-axis machining centres can be customised
Range of 5-axis machining centres can now be tailored to meet most needs and a universal spindle can now be combined with a high precision C-axis rotary table for full mill/turn capability.
News from Cincinnati Machine (28 April 2005)
VTL versatility increases competitiveness
User Application Article Outstanding speed, efficiency and flexibility linear motor axis equipped vertical lathes cut manning at an automotive subcontractor - reducing cost and increasing competitiveness.
News from DMG (UK) (28 April 2005)
Custom nut feeders go for body stampings
User Application Article Six custom built automatic rotary bowl nut feeders with Siemen S7 controls are used with resistance spot welding machines to affix nuts to mild steel automotive body pressed components.
News from Dengensha Europe (28 April 2005)
Priam Software appoints Sales Manager
Chris Jones has joined PRIAM as Sales Manager to promote their new range of products.
News from Priam Software (28 April 2005)
SAP Previews More than 500 Enterprise Services
Customer and Partner Community Invited to Contribute to Definition and Development of Enterprise Services as SAP Delivers on the Next Major Milestone of Its Enterprise Services Architecture.
News from SAP (28 April 2005)
SAP Makes Integration Easy and Affordable
SAP NetWeaver Subsidiary Connectivity Solution Allows Real-time Linkage with mySAP Business Suite as Companies Standardize Operating Locations with SAP Business One
News from SAP (28 April 2005)
Fossil Selects SAP and IBM
User Application Article Three-way Collaboration Will Enable Growth and Promote Supply Chain Visibility for Increased Customer Service and Enhanced Store Operations.
News from SAP (28 April 2005)
IronCAD Donates $23 Million of 3D Design Software
More than 5000 IronCAD licenses placed in educational institutions worldwide in 2004.
News from IronCAD (28 April 2005)
Acrosser Partners With Aprotek Communications
Acrosser announces bundling deal with Aprotek Communications
News from Acrosser Technology (28 April 2005)
Ifactor delivers big savings for small business
User Application Article A UK company with an annual turnover of 7.5m GBP says it will save an amazing 1.5m GBP after investing in a new range of software that takes manufacturing in a new direction.
News from Intuitive (28 April 2005)
The HS416 Blade Server from NEXCOM
The HS416 Blade Server boasts unrivalled durability and unparalleled performance in a space saving heavy-duty chassis. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK (28 April 2005)
New boards launched
Nexcom have launched two new 5.25" embedded boards with Dual Independent LVDS display support. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK (28 April 2005)
Fan-less systems for low power applications
Nexcom has announced the combined launch of the compact EBS FL366 and EBS FL565 fan-less embedded systems. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK (28 April 2005)
Nexcom Signs Global OEM Agreement With RLX
RLX Technologies has announced the signing of an OEM agreement with Nexcom, the manufacturer of the world's most compact blade server. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK (28 April 2005)
Drive to Beta Status
The Drive program, for analysis of ground movements during pile driving, has now been converted to Windows.
News from Oasys (28 April 2005)
Micro-VersaTRAK microIPm RTU/Controller
Installation-ready Interface for Real-time Plant Floor Data Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (28 April 2005)
Continued growth for software supplier
Autoscribe's orders and sales saw a significant rise in the 2004/5 financial year. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (28 April 2005)
Application notes available for download
Metrohm has released a set of 40 application notes, available for download from the company's website, covering a range of methods including suppressed and non-suppressed anion chromatography Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (28 April 2005)
Linear bench power supplies offer higher current
TTi has extended its highly successful EL Series of low-cost and compact linear bench power supplies with two new models that offer both higher power and higher current levels.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (28 April 2005)
Approvals benefit from cooperation
Advantica is co-operating with TUV International UK, (part of the TUV Rheinland Group) for International Approvals.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (28 April 2005)
Barrier Coating Can Be Recycled
Cartaseal VGL from Clariant has been specially developed for food packaging, including frozen food packs.
News from Clariant (UK) (28 April 2005)
Food And Beverage Coding Systems At Interpack
As a preferred supplier to OEMs and multi-national food and beverage companies, Domino said it will have a range of reliable, high speed and cost efficient ink jet and laser printers at Interpack.
News from Domino Printing Sciences plc (28 April 2005)
Coding For Range Of Cosmetics Products On Show
Domino, the coding and marking specialist, has developed a range of coding systems that meet the specific needs of the cosmetics and personal care industry.
News from Domino Printing Sciences plc (28 April 2005)
Laser Perforation
Technical Background Article New laser perforation technologies open up new possibilities to make micro-holes in packaging in food packaging where small holes are used in plastic packaging to prolong the shelf life of the food. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (28 April 2005)
Stack together data acquisition units as needed
Low-cost range of data acquisition and control units, for use with any RS232 equipped PC, use analogue and digital I/O, thermocouple, pulse counter and motor control units stacked end-to-end.
News from Audon Electronics (27 April 2005)
Wear coatings experience increased
With the appointment of Chris Long and Spyros Katsikis, wear coatings specialist Balzers has created a team with authoritative knowledge of key market sectors.
News from Oerlikon Balzers Coating (27 April 2005)
Placement platform operates up to 300,000/h
Placement platform is scalable in capacity from 30,000 to 100,000 placements/h and feeder exchange carts, intelligent feeders, and intuitive software guide operators through fast product changeovers.
News from Assembléon (27 April 2005)
Accelerometers suit automotive and aerospace use
Among 50 new products - including various accelerometers, force transducers and hammers - are two accelerometers for automotive and aerospace applications.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (27 April 2005)
Connection blocks resist high temperatures
Connection blocks for use in electrical and lighting applications feature a DIN 40685 porcelain insulation body capable of withstanding temperatures up to 1000 deg C.
News from Camden Electronics (27 April 2005)
CAD/CAM power speeds tool design process
CAD/CAM software has been further improved to offer unparalleled capabilities for the mould tool designer by offering speedier product visualisation and powerful radius and curvature tool.
News from Vero International Software (27 April 2005)
Software is at heart of new training initiative
The new Technical Advancement Award to be launched by Northern Technologies at its Advanced Manufacturing Centre inthe UK will offer students the opportunity to train with CAD/CAM software.
News from Vero International Software (27 April 2005)
Camlock appoints Product Development Manager
Highly regarded throughout the lock industry, Trevor Perks has extensive experience in the design and development of locking systems and has joined Camlock Systems as Product Development Manager.
News from Camlock Systems (27 April 2005)
DMIS assigned to Bailey H Squier
DMIS has recently been assigned to Bailey H Squier and Associates who will act as DMIS Standard Agent. Bailey Squier is one of the founding fathers of the DMIS initiative.
News from DMIS National Standards Committee (27 April 2005)
High pressure pumps designed for bolting
Electric torque wrench pumps are designed to deliver ease of handling and use, higher oil flow and bypass pressure, cooler running and require 18% less current draw than comparable pumps.
News from Enerpac (27 April 2005)
Software manages multi-site manufacturing
User Application Article When a surgical equipment maker first implemented business management software it provided extensive control; its old system could not have coped with multi-site manufacturing.
News from Exel Computer Systems (27 April 2005)
UK mechatronics team prepares to challenge
Festo provides mechatronics training for WorldSkills Competition that includes assembly and programming of PLC distribution, testing and processing stations for automated manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Festo (27 April 2005)
SME output showed 'no growth' says survey
SME manufacturing output recorded virtually no growth during the last quarter and levels of new business are the lowest since Q2 2003, according to a quarterly survey of 800 companies.
News from PKF Accountants & Business Advisers (27 April 2005)
SS fittings work under hot conditions
To satisfy requests for fittings that offer better heat and chemical resistance, a range of one touch, SS fittings can work with ambient and fluid temperatures from -5 deg C up to 150 deg C.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (27 April 2005)
Best implementation and user awards presented
Two customer awards, denoting the 'Best Implementation of 2004' and the 'Best User Case Study of 2004' were recently presented by an industrial networking and shop floor data specialist.
News from DLoG (UK) (27 April 2005)
Entry level routing, engraving software are on Web
An entry-level CNC routing and engraving software is believed to be the easiest to learn 2D design and CNC machining software and provides ideal introduction to computer-based manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 April 2005)
High-speed composite moulding evaluated
A high-speed moulding technology that allows an instantaneous heating of the mold surface only is being evaluated for use with composite materials and reducing moulding costs.
News from Azdel (27 April 2005)
YMT acquires Crawford Swift, Binns and Berry
Yorkshire Machine Tools has acquired Crawford Swift and Binns and Berry and the group confidently claims to be a world leader in the large machine tool refurbishment sector.
News from Yorkshire Machine Tools (27 April 2005)
Multi-illumination, sub-micron measurement joined
Video measuring system for examining complex specimens in micro-electronics and metallurgy offers bright field, dark field, differential interference contrast and polarisation. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (27 April 2005)
Better protection provided for bigger motors
Controllers provide versatile motor protection that can be matched to the application and offer cost-saving integrated inputs and outputs for control functions as well as communications.
News from Schneider Electric (27 April 2005)
Making clip-board and tick-lists redundant
An easy-to-use on-screen data collection and analysis system is making operators and quality inspectors more productive in a wide range of manufacturing applications.
News from Quality Gauging Systems (27 April 2005)
Metal detectors have low 'false alarm' rates
Metal detection technology uses four quartz stabilised field frequencies to provide reliable, fast metal detection in a wide range of products at low 'false alarm' rates. Brochure Available
News from S+S Inspection (27 April 2005)
Infrared sensors sense to 2500 deg C
Low cost high performance non contact infrared temperature sensors feature a response time of 20ms, adjustable to 10s, with the medium/high temperature models having LED targeting light.
News from Megatech (27 April 2005)
SPC suite offers real-time images
Enhanced version of an SPC suite offers real-time images and faster access to more detailed data from the shop floor and enhances product analysis and control.
News from InfinityQS International (27 April 2005)
Drill/driver power tool offers more power
Drill/driver power tool that offers more power and a faster charge than earlier models is equipped with 20 torque settings, plus a drill setting with forward and reverse modes.
News from Metabo (27 April 2005)
CNC fine laser welder costs under GBP 30,000
By taking a most basic manual laser welders and turning it into a CNC system, Rofin-Baasel has produced a machine for prototype manufacture as well as semi-automatic production. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (27 April 2005)
Delcam wins Queen's Award for sales success
Delcam has been presented with the Queen's Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category in recognition of the continuing growth in world-wide CAD/CAM software sales. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 April 2005)
Hardinge CEO opens Leicester milling HQ
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hardinge, J Patrick Ervin, came to Leicester, UK, to declare the Global Headquarters for Milling - officially open for business.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools (27 April 2005)
Regular coolant analysis saves tool life
User Application Article Regular coolant analysis reports ensure that the optimum concentration is maintained to keep cutting fluids in peak condition and a recent trial estimated improvements in tool life of 15% - 50%.
News from Castrol UK (27 April 2005)
Machining centre's accelerations quadrupled
Spindle power has been doubled compared with previous models and axis acceleration rates are now up to four times faster on the latest Mitsubishi vertical machining centre.
News from Matchmaker M/C (27 April 2005)
EDM drills angled holes in mould tools
User Application Article Possibly the largest machine of its kind in the UK - with a cutting area of 700mm x 1100mm - has been installed at a subcontractor to EDM-drill angled-holes in plastics moulds.
News from Sodi-Tech edm (27 April 2005)
Rotary indexer is claimed to be world's fastest
Claiming to being the world's fastest rotary special purpose machine tool for components up to 32mm diameter, a 24-station design is able to machine up to 500 components/min.
News from Mikron Machining Technology (27 April 2005)
Appointments strengthen wear coating
Wear coatings specialist Balzers has appointed Chris Long and Spyros Katsikis, creating a team with authoritative knowledge of key market sectors.
News from Oerlikon Balzers Coating (27 April 2005)
Crash test software helps reduce car weight
User Application Article Software simulation tool has allowed the computer-testing of crashworthiness of a composite nose of a new racing car and reducing its weight by a factor of four.
News from ESI Group (27 April 2005)
Conduit leader joins European marketing portal
Electrical conduit leader, Kopex International, has joined the Voltimum internet portal, which brings together major players in the European electrical industry.
News from Kopex International (27 April 2005)
Sustained Momentum in Industry Acceptance
MfgQuote Marketplace Reports 35% Membership Growth in 2004
News from MFG.com (27 April 2005)
SAP and Microsoft Announce First Joint Product
New Product, Code-named "Mendocino," Will Present SAP Processes and Data within Familiar, Easy-to-Use Microsoft Office Software.
News from SAP (27 April 2005)
New Tools for Enterprise Developers
Close Collaboration Yields Rich, Intuitive Business Applications that Increase Productivity, Reduce Training Costs and Extend Use of Existing Software Investments
News from SAP (27 April 2005)
SAP and IBM Expand Partnership
Seamless Integration of SAP Solutions on DB2 Delivers on Strategic Worldwide Alliance and Provides Significant Cost Savings for Customers
News from SAP (27 April 2005)
SAP Launches More than 100 Analytic Applications
SAP Analytics Deliver on Enterprise Services Architecture Commitment, Tapping Newfound Business Value.
News from SAP (27 April 2005)
Further success for Autoscribe
Autoscribe reports continued UK and worldwide business success for financial year 2004/2005 Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (27 April 2005)
Instrumentation for refrigeration applications
Able offers a specially adapted Smart-Line 34000-A Series of Visual Level Indicators for refrigerant level applications.
News from Able Instruments and Controls (27 April 2005)
Test business acquired
Aeroflex has announced the acquisition of the business of JcAIR Test Systems from aerospace and defence supplier, Goodrich Corporation.
News from Aeroflex (27 April 2005)
Expanding in Europe
ASI DataMyte has announced that it has reached agreement to acquire 100% ownership of Universal Elektronik , Hannover, Germany. Brochure Available
News from ASI DataMyte (27 April 2005)
Software generated award
Delcam is to be presented with the Queen's Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category in recognition of the continuing growth in world-wide sales of its Power Solution software. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 April 2005)
Entry level routing and engraving software
Delcam has introduced a new entry-level version of its CNC routing and engraving software ArtCAM Insignia. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 April 2005)
Vision package priced for students
Scorpion Vision software is now available at a heavily discounted price to universities and other academic organisations as well as students.
News from Digital Inspection Systems (27 April 2005)
Particle size measurement at higher temperatures
A new option for Malvern's Zetasizer Nano particle characterization systems now enables users to measure particle size at temperatures of up to 120 deg C. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (27 April 2005)
Simple test for latex rubber stability
Secomak's latest latex testing machine determines the mechanical stability of concentrated natural and synthetic latex rubber when subjected to high speed mechanical stirring or mechanical shear. Brochure Available
News from Secomak (27 April 2005)
Multi frequency metal detection
The new Genius Quattro metal detection technology, from S+S Inspection, uses four quartz stabilised field frequencies to provide reliable, fast metal detection in a wide range of products. Brochure Available
News from S+S Inspection (27 April 2005)
LIMS aide public health collaboration
User Application Article Starlims has been selected to replace legacy LIMS systems at the Richmond Laboratory Complex of the California Department of Health Services. Brochure Available
News from Starlims (27 April 2005)
Signal converter comes in various forms
The SY027 signal converter is a unit that is available in a variety of forms to perform some signal conversion/processing functions.
News from Synectic Design (27 April 2005)
Safety system receives SIL3 certification
TUV Rheinland has certified the compliance of Yokogawa's ProSafe-RS safety system with the IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 international standards and approved its use in SIL3 applications.
News from Yokogawa UK (27 April 2005)
Traceability System Overcomes RFID Complexities
Domino Printing Sciences and Omron Electronics have formed an alliance to provide customers with a flexible and cost-effective method of linking product identification and RFID.
News from Domino Printing Sciences plc (27 April 2005)
Training course for motorsport medical emergencies
Kilo 1-9 is now offering a training course in ""first person on scene"" skills, specifically aimed at any personnel involved in motorsport industry to fire and rescue services.
News from Laerdal Medical (27 April 2005)
Weld heat reached quickly by induction
Induction heating allows target temperatures to be achieved within one second or less for forming and welding of PVC, polyethylene, polyurethane, nylon, PTFE and other thermoplastics.
News from MET (26 April 2005)
Higher efficiency needs drives laser advances
As the move towards miniaturisation of electronic devices for smart cards and increased optical storage gains traction, efforts are being stepped up to develop technically superior laser systems.
News from Frost and Sullivan (26 April 2005)
Engineering triumphs in Queen's Awards
Among this year's winners are several outstanding companies from the engineering sector including two exporters of diesel engines and generating sets and a developer of air bearing drilling spindles.
News from Queen's Awards Office (26 April 2005)
PICME seminars generate interest at PDM show
The Process Industries Centre for Manufacturing Excellence reports high interest from its seminar programme that was delivered at the UK's Plastics Design and Moulding exhibition.
News from PICME (26 April 2005)
Polymetric material conveying links two loaders
Integrated polymeric material conveying is available for up to two loaders - one to convey material to the drying hopper and the other to convey dried material to the moulding machine.
News from Wittmann UK (26 April 2005)
Strain gauges, sensors have enhanced performance
Strain gauges and sensors have enhanced performance, are low cost, have excellent creep performance with temperature, superior long-term stability and a wide range of standard and custom designs.
News from StrainSense (26 April 2005)
Remote resistance welding consulting offered
An innovator in the resistance welding industry, has developed a new approach to consulting that provides expert assistance for resistance welding problems and applications.
News from WeldComputer Corporation (26 April 2005)
Faultless mouldings determined machine choice
User Application Article Making plastics mouldings for chrome plating requires a quite different level of quality and reliability and must be faultless, factors that determined careful moulding machine choice.
News from Sandretto UK (26 April 2005)
Zone 2 redundancy module ups system availability
For use in Zone 2 explosion risk areas, a Quint Diode redundancy module allows power supplies connected in parallel to provide redundancy can now be fully decoupled. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (26 April 2005)
Coded safety switches are almost undefeatable
Coded non-contact safety switches for applications conforming to the requirements of EN 954-1 Category 4 provide the ultimate in guard switch integrity, says the manufacturer.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (26 April 2005)
Conveyorised blast cleaner ups switches' quality
User Application Article Roller conveyor blast cleaning machine at a UK manufacturer of manganese steel railway switches and crossings is to increase output and achieve the finish demanded by its international customers. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (26 April 2005)
Machining centre builder adds on CNC lathes
In a radical reshaping of its metalcutting product range, machining centre and milling machine supplier, Hurco Europe, launched three turning machines equipped with conversational CNC system. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (26 April 2005)
Larger VMC machines multiple set-ups
For rotary-table and multiple vice set-ups, Hurco Europe has extended its VM VMC size range, adding 25% in X-axis travel, yet maintaining a compact machine 'footprint'. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (26 April 2005)
Deadline approaches for eLearning Awards entries
The deadline for the receipt of entries in this year's inaugural eLearning Awards is fast approaching.
News from eLearning Network (26 April 2005)
Globalis and Objectif Lune join forces
Globalis International and Objectif Lune enter a new era and forge a strategic alliance to add Arabic and Persian support to PlanetPress Suite, and to market it in the Middle-East and Africa.
News from Objectif Lune (26 April 2005)
UGS Helps AutoDesk Customers Evolve to 3D
New enhancements make Solid Edge more compelling for 2D users than ever before
News from Solid Edge (26 April 2005)
New platform ideal for Outdoor Applications
Advantech Introduces Sunlight Readable PPC-V106T-SR
News from Advantech (UK) (26 April 2005)
Ready-to-Go CompactPCI Platform Targeted Telecom
Advantech's application-ready CompactPCI hardware platform is a pre-integrated and verified CompactPCI platform for niche market turnkey solutions.
News from Advantech (UK) (26 April 2005)
EdgeCAM helps Honda Racing go faster
User Application Article Honda Racing chose EdgeCAM after carrying out a major research exercise to establish what would be the best CAD/CAM software, together with new CNC machines, for it's requirements.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (26 April 2005)
Topio secures $8 million funding
Investment to expand sales, marketing and product development to capitalize on strong market demand for enterprise data replication and recovery
News from Topio (26 April 2005)
Matting comes in continuous rolls up to 60m long
Floorline matting in jumbo rolls up to 60m long is now available from Plastic Extruders. Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (26 April 2005)
Flooring system scrapes, dries and cleans shoes
User Application Article The performance and flexibility of the Frontrunner entrance flooring system from Plastic Extruders is being enjoyed at a new installation for IFDS in Laindon, Essex. Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (26 April 2005)
Are you master of your data, or its slave?
Technical Background Article Andy Hayler discusses the difficulty of managing customer and product codes across a vast range of systems and that most organisations are actually slaves, rather than masters of their corporate data.
News from Kalido (25 April 2005)
Sounding status installed on control panels
A combination of mounting methods and pin connections on a range of sounders and buzzers gives the designer the choice of panel or PCB mount with either pins or fast on terminals.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution (25 April 2005)
Free OEE seminars set up at company sites
Companies wishing to boost the productivity, performance and quality of their production processes could benefit from free Overall Equipment Effectiveness training session on site.
News from Gemba Solutions (25 April 2005)
Colour label printer sets up quickly
Colour label printer utilises easy to use software and full technical support is provided, which means that within just a few minutes customers can produce high quality label designs.
News from Eco Label (25 April 2005)
Non-contact measurement is affordable
Video based measuring machine delivers advanced non-contact measurement functionality at an affordable price and incorporates a high resolution colour camera and advanced, LED lighting.
News from OGP UK (25 April 2005)
Scanning, raster to vector conversion is low-cost
Low-cost scanning and raster to vector conversion program, has been selected by Xerox UK as recommended software to manufacturing engineers for document and drawing image acquisition.
News from Softcover International (25 April 2005)
UL names UK Branch manager
Underwriters Laboratories has appointed Steve Buxton as their new UK Branch manager who has been instrumental in building, expanding and improving the company's product safety certification.
News from UL International (UK) (25 April 2005)
Service pack supports AutoCAD version 2006
Cimmetry Systems has announced that the latest service pack for AutoVue 18 adds support for AutoCAD version 2006 and Autodesk Inventor version 10.
News from Cimmetry Systems (25 April 2005)
UL appoints president and CEO
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the world's leading safety testing and certification organisation, has named Keith E Williams as the not-for-profit's new President and Chief Executive Officer.
News from UL International (UK) (25 April 2005)
Colour camera resolves small features
High resolution allows a colour camera to be used to resolve small features while maintaining a large field of view and a region of interest controls and multiple decimation modes add flexibility.
News from Kane Computing (25 April 2005)
Process parameters displayed in real time
Production process monitoring system, has a built-in 5.7in colour touch screen that displays process parameters in real time and provides operator access to the menu of pre-set process definitions.
News from Kistler Instruments (25 April 2005)
Software re-schedules disturbed production
Scheduling system offers automated re-scheduling of production around machine breakdowns, amended customer orders, amended order priorities, delayed deliveries of materials or slow production.
News from Giraffe Production Systems (25 April 2005)
China machine tool show scheduled for 2006
Attracting machine tool builders world-wide, the China International Machinery and Equipment Show and China Machine Tool and Tools Commodities Fair (are the main events in China and Asia.
News from China National Machine Tool Corp (25 April 2005)
IDEC demonstration CD aids PC, HMI choice
Demonstration CD allows the user to become familiar with MicroSmart PLC, SmartRelay and HG Touchscreens enabling the reader to make an informed decision on which parts to order.
News from IDEC Electronics (25 April 2005)
Product additions catalogue supplement released
Products that range from electronic production equipment to service aids and electrochemicals are detailed in a 16-page product additions catalogue.
News from Kaisertech (25 April 2005)
IBM establishes UK's first PLM centre
IBM has announced the UK's first Centre of Excellence in Product Lifecycle Management - to be established at Technium Auto, in Swansea University, Wales.
News from IBM (25 April 2005)
Sliding gate safety system is easy to install
Compact and easy-to-install safety system is designed for the use with gate-controllers, which give an appropriate test signal before each dangerous movement of a gate.
News from Jokab Safety UK (25 April 2005)
Software speeds up mould tool design
Software dedicated to mould tool design - a fully integrated CAD module - allow the creation of a mold in a fraction of the time needed when compared with using a standard CAD system.
News from Missler (25 April 2005)
Heat exchangers require little maintenance
Shell and tubular heat exchangers require little maintenance, offer gentle product handling for liquids or semi-liquids and have the simplicity of validation.
News from CIProcess (25 April 2005)
Embedded virus protection offered for workstations
Workstations for Windows will come with McAfee VirusScan Enterprise software pre-installed to provide I/A Series systems with a very high degree of protection from software virus outbreaks.
News from Invensys (25 April 2005)
Glass-free composite improves formability
In response to specific automotive industry needs, a glass-free composite brings the added benefit of improved post-consumer incineration waste management.
News from Azdel (25 April 2005)
Safety system keeps hands clear of operation
A safety system for the packaging industry has a portable two-hand device ensures that the operator has both hands out of the 'danger zone' when operating or monitoring a machine.
News from Jokab Safety UK (25 April 2005)
UKIVA strengthens European membership
World Member ADIMEC Advanced Image Systems and UK member Digital Inspection Systems, which represents Scorpion Vision in the UK, have joined the UK industrial Vision Association.
News from UK Industrial Vision Association (25 April 2005)
Pressbutton transfers CAD development to press
Software module enables press brake users to achieve substantial time savings by converting 3D models or 2D flat product developments into tooled and sequenced bend programs at the touch of a button. Brochure Available
News from Radan Computational (25 April 2005)
Intrinsically safe LED beacons are powerful
LED Beacons, which provide powerful visual alarm signals in hazardous and safe areas is now far brighter, has greater functionality and at a significantly lower price.
News from RTK Instruments (25 April 2005)
Single, duplex, multiplex filters are customised
Robust, wedge wire 316L SS filters that can be fabricated to customer specification include duplex, multiplex and jacketed filter options and are suitable for temperature sensitive use.
News from Axium Process (25 April 2005)
Synchronous motors earn ATEX approval
Hazardous duty synchronous motors with a flameproof enclosure satisfy ATEX standards for use in potentially explosive atmospheres as defined by CE directive 94/9/EC.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd (25 April 2005)
Gemba appoints reseller for Irish market
Gemba Solutions is pleased to announce that it has appointed Mo Team as its local reseller for Northern Ireland and Eire, for the OEE IMPACT, OEE IMPACT Connect and LEAN IMPACT software range.
News from Gemba Solutions (25 April 2005)
System identifies individual pressure sensors
PiezoSmart is an active system for automatic identification of individual pressure sensors and is used for automated setting of the parameters of measuring chains (plug and measure).
News from Kistler Instruments (25 April 2005)
UGS Thailand signs agreement with ImpactXoft
UGS Thailand, a distributor of premier software and services for product development and manufacturing, has signed a master agreement to join ImpactXoft's Need SPeeD programme.
News from ImpactXoft Corp (25 April 2005)
Brochure includes heavy gauge press feeders
A new four-page, full-color brochure highlights press feed equipment and services and includes details about heavy gauge feed lines and direct transfer press feed lines.
News from COE Press Equipment Corporation (25 April 2005)
Entry/exit device safeguards in hazardous useage
Entry/exit access guarding device is a simple 'one-box' design with an operating range up to 8m and response time as low as 16ms provides low-cost guarding of access to hazardous applications.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (25 April 2005)
Tool trolley provides easy tools access
Trolley has four drawers that open out on both sides and allows many more items to be at hand so that two or more operators have easy access to tooling at the same time.
News from Damar International (25 April 2005)
Centrifugal investment casting gains a 'first'
User Application Article Advanced centrifugal investment casting will be used to produce undercarriage torque tubes from a complex titanium alloy and is the first time investment castings are being used this way in Europe.
News from Doncasters Group (25 April 2005)
Expansion in difficult markets gains Queen's Award
Arcotronics has received the Queen's Award for Enterprise (International Trade category) in recognition of outstanding achievement in growing its export activities by almost 70% in two years.
News from Arcotronics (25 April 2005)
Rigid, accurate guides are maintenance-free
The latest THK Super Roller Guide is now available in larger sizes and are designed to combine exceptional levels of rigidity, accuracy and reliability in compact, virtually zero maintenance units.
News from THK UK (25 April 2005)
Sawing sales during 2005 improve internationally
In the second half of the year 2004, after a weak start the outlook for Kasto improved considerably, while enquiries received at European and US exhibitions showed a positive trend.
News from Kasto (25 April 2005)
Vertical bandsaw cuts mitres on both sides
Based on a vertical bandsaw, with a horizontal swivel axis to allow mitres on both sides, the machine series offers a relatively large cutting range when compared with its small 'footprint' area.
News from Kasto (25 April 2005)
Graphic interface terminal is panel-mount
Rugged, ethernet-enabled, graphic operator interface terminal can now be supplied as a panel-mount variant to complement the existing hand-held unit.
News from QSI Europe (25 April 2005)
Analyser/datalogger operates up to 1000A
A 1000A three-phase power analyzer/datalogger is intended for AC power evaluation, harmonics analysis, motor/generator installation and energy audits.
News from Extech Instruments (25 April 2005)
50% fall in stock loss boosts profits at USC
User Application Article USC has cut stock loss across its stores by more than 50% since implementing RetailKey Loss Prevention solution from IntelliQ.
News from IntelliQ (25 April 2005)
SISA to Save Time and Money on Disk Drive Design
User Application Article Ansys CFX To Streamline Disk Drive Development at Samsung Information Systems America (SISA)
News from Ansys (25 April 2005)
Mini-ITXexpress Motherboard
Mini-ITXexpress Motherboard with Intel Centrino mobile technology
News from Taiwan Commate Computer Inc (25 April 2005)
1U Pentium M Networking Platform with Giga LAN
Acrosser Technology announces the 1U Pentium M embedded networking appliance with Boardcom's Giga LAN Ethernet.
News from Acrosser Technology (25 April 2005)
DP Technology sponsors Solar Car Project
User Application Article DP Technology, creators of Esprit CAM software, sponsors Stanford University Solar Car Project - Students to compete in 2005 North American Solar Challenge in July Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (25 April 2005)
New Module for TopSolid
TopSolid'Wood is a new module which will be officially released on the international market at the Ligna trade fair in Germany at the beginning of May
News from Missler Software (25 April 2005)
Contest sponsored by Moxa
Moxa Technologies to Sponsor a Wireless Device Server Daily Winner Contest
News from Moxa Technologies (25 April 2005)
LPG measured from beneath
Andronics has developed its own Sonic Sensor which is fitted underneath the tank.
News from Andronics (25 April 2005)
Residual score for easy ends measured
Based on V-Ray attenuation data analysis, X-score is CMC-KUHNKE's non-destructive system for measuring the residual score on Easy-Open Ends.
News from CMC-KUHNKE (25 April 2005)
Forensic scientists sought for lab
LGC plans to expand its range of forensic services to include the analysis of blood patterns, footwear marks, fire investigation and fire debris, and trace and transfer evidence.
News from LGC (25 April 2005)
Contract particle characterization services expand
Malvern Instruments has entered into an agreement with Particle Technology Laboratories that will enable Malvern to extend its contract testing services for customers in North America. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (25 April 2005)
Mill control improves with particle size analyser
User Application Article At Castle Cement's Padeswood Works a significant improvement in mill control has been achieved through the exploitation of data generated by a Malvern Insitec on-line particle size analyzer. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (25 April 2005)
Robotic performance for titrator systems
The efficient robotic sample processor carrys out complex laboratory automation tasks in the QC Lab. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (25 April 2005)
Management action released in software
KISS software is an action management system that helps to monitor all manner of actions to support today's international management standards for continuous improvement.
News from spire businesses (25 April 2005)
Can Printing Breakthrough For Inkjet System
Crown Holdings and Jetrion LLC have introduced what they described as a breakthrough in high quality printing for metal packaging.
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. (25 April 2005)
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