News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 22 May
to Saturday 28 May 2005
LifeSaver systems automatically alert colleagues
LifeSaver systems automatically alert colleagues in the event of a worker falling, collapsing or being rendered unconscious, ensuring an immediate response.
News from SBES (27 May 2005)
System tests automotive seat functions
User Application Article Functional system tests electronic car seat functions such as seat adjustment, heating, lumbar support, seatbelt buckle, temperature sensors, seat occupancy recognition or airbag.
News from Göpel electronic GmbH (27 May 2005)
Coated chain offers much longer anti-corrosion
Coating on chain contains no chromium and providing five times the anti-corrosion performance of zinc plated chain and 20 times the performance of nickel plated types. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (27 May 2005)
Five-axis laser performs engraving, marking
Five-axis control has allowed for better positioning of deep mold cores and cavities, laser engraving with optimum tool orientation, and precise repeatability.
News from Precision Laser Technology (27 May 2005)
High performance thermal imager is lightweight
Thermal imaging camera is an extremely light-weight, high-performance handheld IR camera offering capabilities normally found in models costing much more.
News from Impac Infrared (27 May 2005)
Punch press tooling holds fasteners reliably
Tooling fabricates forms that align with and hold hexagon head bolts and provides a reliable and secure method of holding threaded fasteners in sheet metal for assembly. Brochure Available
News from Mate Precision Tooling (27 May 2005)
UDT Sensors partners with Heimann Sensors
UDT Sensors will expand its product offerings to include Heimann Sensors' infrared thermopile and pyroelectric detectors and modules for IR measurement application.
News from UDT Sensors (27 May 2005)
Quiet VMCs have efficient chip management
User Application Article Quietness in operation, even at 10,000 rev/min, and also for the clean working environment that results from efficient chip management determined RP company's choice of VMC. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (27 May 2005)
US orders lead to more CNC auto purchases
Additional US contracts for small complex, mill/turn parts from a UK subcontractor has brought forward a purchase decision by Unicut Precision to order two additional Citizen machines. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (27 May 2005)
Guide educates on electric thermal systems
Thermal Component Application Guide is designed to assists engineers in understanding the principles of electric thermal systems and components as they apply to various heating tasks.
News from Watlow (27 May 2005)
Upgrade to bring India its fastest steel bar mill
An order to upgrade a single-strand bar mill will result in the client having the fastest mill in India producing low to high carbon, low alloy, free cutting and cold heading quality steel bar.
News from Morgan Construction Company (27 May 2005)
Improved alloy SS saves 35-40% machining costs
User Application Article Machinability had been a problem with two different alloyed stainless steels specified for two critical parts it had been making for use in high-temperature applications.
News from Carpenter Technology Corporation (27 May 2005)
Simple-to-configure unit gives flexible control
Simple-to-configure unit gives fully modular approach to controlling access to hazardous machinery and equipment and includes electrical operator controls as standard modules.
News from Fortress Interlocks (27 May 2005)
Acu-Rite MillPwr CNC are sales ahead of budget
ACI (UK) reports particularly good sales volumes of the Acu-Rite MillPwr CNC system during the first five months of the year, while sales of Anilam and Acu-Rite DROs are also above forecast.
News from ACI (UK) (27 May 2005)
Thermal imaging checks blade mould temperature
User Application Article A thermal imaging camera is used to ensure a temperature consistency in a wind turbine blade mould of +/-1.5 deg C from the tip to the root of the blade. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (27 May 2005)
Intelligent transmitters prevent shutdowns
Digital automation technology improves plant operations, including the prevention of unplanned shutdowns uses intelligent transmitters that monitor and analyse rotating equipment health.
News from Emerson Process Management (27 May 2005)
Transmitter delivers smart health management
Smart instruments analyse the health of plant mechanical equipment and presents actionable information to improve plant availability and performance.
News from Emerson Process Management (27 May 2005)
Directors appointed at Linx Printing Technologies
Linx Printing Technologies has announced the appointment of Henk van Duijnhoven as Managing Director and Tony Stafford as Group Finance Director.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (27 May 2005)
Coiled cords withstrand harsh environments
Heavy-duty coiled cords for industrial interconnect applications feature a durable Neoprene jacket for extra protection, and are designed to withstand in harsh manufacturing environments.
News from Whitney Blake (27 May 2005)
Copper-coated MIG wire produces quality welds
General purpose mild steel copper-coated MIG wire is available with an adaptorless basket and produces quality welds with excellent radiographic and mechanical properties. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (27 May 2005)
Converters produce a stable 24V DC supply
Two DC-DC converters that produce a stable 24V DC 1A supply where only an unregulated supply exists are compact, only using 22.5mm on the DIN rail. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (27 May 2005)
Promoting manufacturing in West London
UK manufacturing companies in Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow have banded together to form the West London Manufacturers' Action Group.
News from Manufacturing Advisory Service - London (27 May 2005)
CAD translation software capabilities extended
The latest translators have been developed specifically to incorporate modular extensions and include the translation of colours, layers, groups, 3D annotation and validation properties.
News from Theorem Solutions (27 May 2005)
Servo-pneumatics ensure welding consistency
User Application Article Carrier finishing machine uses servo-pneumatics for precision control of welding forces of its two welding units, to accommodate different carrier variants. Brochure Available
News from Festo (27 May 2005)
Ultrasonic sensing made flexible and affordable
Ultrasonic sensing has been made more flexible and affordable by using the industry's widely accepted 18mm threaded nose and side mounting formats to simplify installation.
News from Banner Engineering (27 May 2005)
Twinhead case printer offers excellent graphics
Outer case coder has a twinhead option, which enables multiple carton face printing from a single control unit and provides high quality graphics, text and barcodes on almost all porous surfaces.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (27 May 2005)
Laser system micro-perforates packaging film
Laser system makes micro-perforations and/or score flexible packaging films on high-speed production lines for modified atmosphere packaging and 'easy-tear' applications.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (27 May 2005)
Procter sells Satech low-cost modular guarding
Having signed an exclusive distribution agreement, Procter Machinery Guarding is now able to supply the Satech low-cost modular perimeter guarding system to customers in the UK and Ireland. Brochure Available
News from Procter Machine Guarding (27 May 2005)
Linear motion system automates heat treatment
User Application Article Linear motion system helped to automate a time-consuming and messy manual process of brushing on liquid inhibitor prior to carburising qutomotive shafts and gears.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (27 May 2005)
Chip breaker design cuts machining vibration
Tooling insert chip breaker has been designed with a high positive rake and helix angle on the cutting edge to minimise the heat generated during the machining process.
News from TaeguTec UK (27 May 2005)
Software speeds electrode inspection tenfold
User Application Article A retrofit of a 15-year old, manually operated CMM has speeded electrode inspection times tenfoldand solved a serious bottleneck in the user's mouldmaking process. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 May 2005)
Twin-wire SAW raises productivity three-fold
User Application Article A custom-built twin-wire beam welder has increased productivity by a factor of between three and four compared with the double-headed single-wire SAW system that it replaced. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (27 May 2005)
Lowest friction with diamond-like coating
Building on its widely recognized success with Cavidur coatings for racing engine applications, Bekaert expanded and up-scaled its manufacturing capabilities in 2004.
News from Bekaert Advanced Coatings (27 May 2005)
Refining the art of cutting with water
Control Waterjet has developed a connection with leading members of the art and design community through their ability to meet the needs of the artist.
News from Control Waterjet Cutting (27 May 2005)
Epic Data to Resell Autotime Software
Epic Data to Resell Kaba Benzing America's Autotime Time and Labour Software Management Solution
News from Epic Data International (27 May 2005)
Kewill and Inovis announce partnership
Kewill and Inovis announce partnership to deliver Global Data Synchronisation across Europe
News from Kewill Solutions Europe (27 May 2005)
Target skills presents planningPME
Target skills presents planningPME, a fully customizable and easy-to-use scheduling management tool
News from Target Skills (27 May 2005)
Integrated Structural Engineering Solution
Engineering System Open Platform - Ansys Workbench integration expands access to structural engineering applications and increases productivity.
News from Ansys (27 May 2005)
ITRI Creativity Lab Director Addresses VTF2005
VTF2005 to feature Dr Wen-Jean Hsueh on the importance of fostering creativity among the engineering community to ensure the future of the Taiwan's IT industry
News from VIA Technologies (27 May 2005)
Visiprise Grows Top Line Revenue 40 Percent
Visiprise has announced that the company has surpassed its financial and operational goals ending 2004 with 40 percent top-line revenue growth and more than 100 percent license revenue growth.
News from Visiprise (27 May 2005)
NURBS surfacing time reduced by 80 percent
Breakthrough in automatic surfacing technologies proven in commercial use by major auto manufacturer
News from Geomagic (27 May 2005)
The HS416 Blade Server Doubles Up.
Nexcom International has announced that its NexBlade HS416 blade server can now support the new AMD dual-core Opteron 64-bit processor. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK (27 May 2005)
CK31 Mobile Data Collection Terminal
Mobile Data Collection Terminal is Ideal for retail in-store operations as well as warehouse and distribution applications
News from Paragon Data Systems (27 May 2005)
Growth leads to quality award
Frost and Sullivan has recognised Aeroflex with the 2005 Communications Test and Measurement Company of the Year Award for its outstanding performance in growing its business.
News from Aeroflex (27 May 2005)
Network expands in China
Alfalight, an innovative manufacturer of highly efficient and reliable diode lasers, has named Sanetronic as its distributor in China.
News from Alfalight, (27 May 2005)
Self-calibrating gear-tooth sensors
The new ATS673 and ATS674 gear-tooth sensors from Allegro MicroSystems Europe are designed to operate with true power-on state (TPOS) recognition.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (27 May 2005)
PCB design gets easier
Altium has announced the release of Service Pack 2 for P-CAD 2004, Altium's PCB design system for layout professionals.
News from Altium (27 May 2005)
High performance laser line filters
Edmund Optics' high performance laser-line filters are said to have set the new standard in bandpass filter performance and reliability.
News from Edmund Optics (27 May 2005)
Analyzer for powder processes
Malvern Instruments has introduced a new at-line particle size analyzer package for dry powder processes. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (27 May 2005)
Trace level analysis database
VA Database is the data archiving tool for the 746 VA Trace Analyzer. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (27 May 2005)
Environmental process monitoring multi I/O unit
Synectic Design has released a special version of its successful SY019 Multi I/O unit - the SY019EPM-I/O - an environmental process monitoring multi I/O unit.
News from Synectic Design (27 May 2005)
Modular lens testing system simplifies testing
Wells Research and Development (WRD) has announced OS200, the newest version of the company's OpticStudio family of lens testing systems.
News from Wells Research and Development (27 May 2005)
Water jet cutting the edge of time
User Application Article To help produce parts for a very unusual melting clock sculpture a specialist pattern making and casting service and the skills of water jet cutting engineers were used.
News from Control Waterjet Cutting (26 May 2005)
Bentley Announces BE Careers Network
Bentley Systems has announced BE Careers Network, an upgrade to its former Bentley Education Network (BEN)
News from Bentley Systems (26 May 2005)
Editor's Tip Distinction for CoCreate
CoCreate heralded for revolutionary online collaboration solution
News from CoCreate Software (26 May 2005)
PACs Replace PLCs for Advanced Centrifuge Control
User Application Article University of Colorado at Boulder Uses NI PXI and NI LabVIEW to Control 400 g-Ton Centrifuge Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (26 May 2005)
Acquisition confirmed
Aeroflex has announced that it has completed the acquisition of the Test and Measurement Division ("SPG") of UbiNetics Holdings.
News from Aeroflex (26 May 2005)
Matrix composites are reliable and cost effective
CPS, the worldwide leader in the design and production of metal matrix composites, offers Aluminum Silicon Carbide, a metal matrix composite that provides highly reliable and cost-effective solutions.
News from CPS (26 May 2005)
Enhanced software for ink jet tester
imagaing Technology international has introduced new features in the Automated Data Acquisition Software for the Drop Watcher III, an analytical ink jet measurement tool.
News from imaging Technology international (iTi) (26 May 2005)
German facilities extended
Malvern Instruments has opened an extended suite of offices, applications laboratories and associated customer support facilities at the headquarters of its German subsidiary in Herrenberg. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (26 May 2005)
Ion chromotography for vodka
Technical Background Article One of the major advantages of ion chromatography as an analytical technique is that often little or no sample preparation is required and it uses only a small amount of sample. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (26 May 2005)
Precision tilt sensor beats the elements
Severe weather conditions are no longer a deterrent when specifying high precision inclinometers thanks to the introduction of the Schaevitz LSW series by Sherborne Sensors.
News from Sherborne Schaevitz (26 May 2005)
Pressure sensing film has many applications
Pressurex tactile pressure sensor film from Sensor Products is commonly described as an easy to employ non-destructive testing tool that accurately maps and measures pressure distribution.
News from Sensor Products (26 May 2005)
MMP Installs Its Highest Spec Sheetfed Press
Mayr-Melnhof Packaging (MMP) has commissioned one of the highest specification sheetfed printing presses ever to be installed across its entire 10 country operation.
News from KBA (26 May 2005)
Successful Interpack For KBA-Metronic Marking
Interpack 2005 closed its doors in Dusseldorf with KBA-Metronic AG declaring the show a success, after attracting considerable attention to their own product marking systems.
News from KBA (26 May 2005)
MMP Installs Its Highest Spec Sheetfed Press
Mayr-Melnhof Packaging (MMP) has commissioned one of the highest specification sheetfed printing presses ever to be installed across its entire 10 country operation.
News from KBA (26 May 2005)
Successful Interpack For KBA-Metronic Marking
Interpack 2005 closed its doors in Dusseldorf with KBA-Metronic AG declaring the show a success, after attracting considerable attention to their own product marking systems.
News from KBA (26 May 2005)
New Air IB inflatable packaging system
Sealed Air's new Air I.B.200 Inflatable Packaging System provides high performance cushioning on demand
News from Sealed Air (26 May 2005)
Personal dosemeter is ready for Noise at Work Regs
Cirrus Research is launching the new CR:110A doseBadge and the CR:110AIS ATEX and EEx Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Personal Noise Dosemeter.
News from Cirrus Research (26 May 2005)
Scheduling software brings cash benefits
User Application Article A three-fold increase in orders meant that the current production volumes and control systems could not cope until a modern scheduling system was introduced.
News from Preactor International (26 May 2005)
Omron sets up electronic components plant in China
Omron Corporation is to produce automotive electric window units and keyless entry systems, valued initially at Yen 400m/year, in Guangzhou, China. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (25 May 2005)
Revamped Website details latest signage ideas
A raft of new product innovations including Touchscreen LCDs, Moving Floor Displays and 3D displays are detailed in are-designed and improved display systems Website.
News from GDS - Global Display Solutions (25 May 2005)
WEEE and RoHS - doing nothing is not an option
Major new environmental legislation will force electronics companies to rethink the way they deal with waste - or face the consequences - free seminars advise necessary action.
News from Envirowise (25 May 2005)
Photoelectric sensors offer high performance
For universal use, stainless steel and plastics are combined in photoelectric sensors that use the latest technologies and offer groundbreaking performance at attractive prices. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (25 May 2005)
'Super-clamp' does not deform thin panels
Unlike traditional clamps, a 'super-clamp' locks against itself - and can therefore be used to hold even very thin panels or soft materials without deforming them.
News from Brauer (25 May 2005)
Gas welding/cutting hose complies with EN 559
High specification textile reinforced hose specifically designed for welding and cutting applications is compliant with EN 559 and feature hose check valve coupling as a safety device. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (25 May 2005)
High performance thermoplastics protects wiring
User Application Article French engineers have chosen a high performance thermoplastics for all of the components for a lightweight composite backshell to protect the Airbus A380's wiring.
News from Victrex (25 May 2005)
Automate small batch work to reduce costs
Variable pallet size, chaotic loading and 'Right-First-Time' control makes a multiple pallet loader a cost effective tool for the automation of small batch work.
News from REM Systems (25 May 2005)
Linescan inspection brought within reach
Smart linescan camera 'opens the door' to cost effective inspections using a technique previously considered to be 'high-end' and costly, but is now factory floor affordable. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (25 May 2005)
McLaren Software partners with the BPA Group
McLaren Software partners with content and business process management specialist - the BPA Group - to deliver engineering content management products in Australia.
News from McLaren Software (25 May 2005)
UK's City and Guilds approves Pilz for training
In order to gain Centre approval, Pilz underwent a thorough audit by City and Guilds that covered all aspects of the management of training, which the company passed comfortably.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (25 May 2005)
Staff changes to benefit Pilz customers globally
Pilz Automation Technology has made changes to key staff that will benefit customers as a result of a strengthened company, especially in relation to consulting, engineering and training.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (25 May 2005)
Versatile, 'small' robot bends backwards
Especially designed for fast and accurate operations across a diverse range of industrial tasks, this 'small' robot is a backward-bending, steam-washable robot, with optional IP 67 classification. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (25 May 2005)
Effective finishing cleans up moulds and products
Rubber, plastics and polymer components and the moulds and dies that produce them provide many opportunities for customers to benefit from using highly effective finishing equipment. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (25 May 2005)
Problematic long job solved in one hit
User Application Article Turning long, complex profile components for the ceramics industry previously caused headaches for a machine shop, until a new CNC lathe did the job reliably, and in one-hit.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (25 May 2005)
Total fluid management helps gain OHSAS 18001
User Application Article Giving Castrol responsibility for total fluid management helped an automotive camshaft plant achieve significant process efficiencies and OHSAS 18001 accreditation.
News from Castrol UK (25 May 2005)
Complete mill/turn package costs under GBP 40,000
'Ready to run' mill/turn package comprises a four-axis, 26mm capacity CNC sliding headstock model with Y-axis, 3m barfeed, parts-catcher and chip conveyor for under GBP 40,000. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (25 May 2005)
Lathes offer accuracy, high metal removal rates
Believed to be highly productive and unmatched in specification at a selling price starting at under GBP 57,000 - CNC lathes demonstrate high levels of metal removal and accuracy.
News from Colchester-Harrison (25 May 2005)
Opening up to Europe with engineering
Acro Precision Technology, is hoping to turn back the tide and persuade European manufacturers that UK engineering can deliver what they need.
News from Acro Precision Technology (25 May 2005)
Comeback for corporate centres
"Designing World Class Corporate Strategies" argues that strategic management can be strengthened by the corporate centre, providing a crucial platform for modelling strategic plans.
News from Cranfield School of Management (25 May 2005)
ACM supports World Environment Day 2005
Sunday 5 June 2005 is World Environment Day and ACM Waste Management Plc is encouraging businesses to get behind the campaign.
News from ACM Waste Management Plc (25 May 2005)
Schott Systeme Reduce CAD/CAM Cost
German based Schott Systeme have recently completed a visit to Australia promoting their CAD/CAM direct sales service.
News from Schott Systeme GmbH (25 May 2005)
New solution development and execution platform
Innovative Business Process-Oriented Software aids Solution Development and Execution
News from WareLite Ltd (25 May 2005)
STAR-Pro/E at PTC/User World Event, Orlando
CD-adapco, provider of CAD-embedded flow simulation solutions will exhibit at the annual PTC user Conference in Orlando, FL, June 5-8 2005.
News from CD-adapco (25 May 2005)
Measurement software tools for DAQ users
Contec has developed a set of measurement software tools designed specifically for a non-technical DAQ users
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe (25 May 2005)
Bettys and Taylors choose Idhammar CMMS
User Application Article Idhammar selected as the CMMS of choice at Bettys and Taylors
News from Idhammar Systems (25 May 2005)
FMS acquires Cdata
OEE improvement specialists Cdata have been acquired by UK based FMS Systems.
News from Idhammar Systems (25 May 2005)
Presstek at 33rd Annual Technology Conference
Presstek To Present At SG Cowen's 33rd Annual Technology Conference
News from Presstek Inc (25 May 2005)
VX Announces New Direct Edit "SimplifY" Wizard
Valuable CAD/CAM functionality appeals to package designers
News from VX Corporation (25 May 2005)
Acquisition of test and measurement division
Aeroflex has announced that it has reached an agreement in principle to acquire the Test and Measurement Division ("SPG") of UbiNetics Holdings for cash of approximately $81 million.
News from Aeroflex (25 May 2005)
Platform for 3G testing for roll-out
As part of its drive to remain at the forefront of wireless conformance testing, BABT has embarked on a major investment programme to cater for the needs of the 3G marketplace.
News from BABT (25 May 2005)
Motion control in miniature
Technosoft has introduced the ISCM4805 Intelligent Servo Control Module targeted for medium to high volume applications with cost optimized hardware structure.
News from S.C. Technosoft (25 May 2005)
Peaks prove a quality challenge
A team of 15 SKF staff from Luton and the surrounding areas are set to embark on a gruelling 24 hour, OE3 Peaks mountain walking challenge on June 11, 2005. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (25 May 2005)
48 hour turnround on textile testing
STR which has a UKAS approved lab in Turkey, has achieved another first, providing a standard 48 hour turnaround on testing of textiles and garments.
News from STR Specialised Technology Resources (UK) (25 May 2005)
Software tools extend application potential
Native development tools provide opportunities to develop more hostless, single-chip, solutions with features such as sophisticated connectivity
News from Cambridge Consultants (25 May 2005)
Order clinched in first few minutes of exhibition
Within minutes of a local UK exhibition event opening, Huckerby Royall Systems clinched a five-figure order for its Jobshop manufacturing software from AIM Engineering. Brochure Available
News from Jobshop (25 May 2005)
Lone worker alarms now in Mini and Micro versions
Lone workers in small companies and isolated workers in large businesses can now benefit from high-level emergency protection with the introduction of the Mini and Micro SBES LifeSaver systems.
News from SBES (25 May 2005)
Class 1 sound level monitor is fully upgradeable
Cirrus Research is announcing the CR:261 Class 1 integrating sound level meter with simple operation and future-proof upgrade options.
News from Cirrus Research (25 May 2005)
CNC punch and shear saves metals costs
The built-in shear on a CNC punch press has gained popularity, since steel prices started to rise steeply, as the technique can save typically 10% in material consumption. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (24 May 2005)
Hydraulic tube and mechanical stocks combined
Pipe and tube manufacturer has announced a major expansion of its northeast England operation through a merger of hydraulic and mechanical stock into one location.
News from Van Leeuwen Wheeler (24 May 2005)
Difficult and challenging machinbing jobs welcomed
A company offering medical components and assemblies precision machined, assembled and tested, invites challenging parts and assemblies that may be out of the ordinary.
News from Marshall Manufacturing (24 May 2005)
Heat treated fasteners blackened attractively
All types of heat-treated fasteners and other bulk-handled parts can be blackened in bulk with non-polluting black oxide - a process that is fast and economical.
News from Birchwood Casey (24 May 2005)
Detector finds leaks, identifies wear, saves costs
Ultrasonic detector makes great savings in all industrial plants by detecting leaks in compressed air or gas systems and vacuums and identifying mechanical malfunctions like worn bearings. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (24 May 2005)
Metal detector fitted into confined space
User Application Article A bespoke metal detector solved the problem of fitting a system in a confined space between a leading bakery's labelling station and its packing line. Brochure Available
News from S+S Inspection (24 May 2005)
Oil proof fan motor saves maintenance costs
Oil proof DC fan motor that can be used in an oil mist and harsh environments maintains a stable operation - and delivers benefits in terms of a vast reduction in maintenance costs. Brochure Available
News from EAO (24 May 2005)
Platework punching/shearing works unmanned
To automate the production of fittings, an automatic system has the infeed of flat steel from a stock system, as well as sorting of plates, so the punching/shearing system can operate unmanned.
News from Voortman Automatisering BV (24 May 2005)
Early welding usage archived in video programme
Some fascinating historical film footage on the early uses of welding and cutting technologies is included in a video covering the development of the Esab company. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (24 May 2005)
GTMA President appointed
Dr Tony Steels has been appointed President of the UK's Gauge and Tool making Association for a two year term, taking the place of immediate past-President, Roger Onions.
News from GTMA (24 May 2005)
Pick of the crop at management school
A new scholarship for the agricultural sector is being launched by Cranfield School of Management.
News from Cranfield School of Management (24 May 2005)
Game to learn
An education program based on virtual reality gaming has been launched to help young people overcome barriers to learning.
News from AdVal Learning Solutions (24 May 2005)
Advanced RFID Demonstration Facility Opens
Unipart Logistics, Intermec, SAP join forces on RFID project
News from Intermec Technologies (24 May 2005)
Big savings with Navision from K3 Landsteinar
User Application Article Capital Bars makes big savings by linking bars and clubs with Navision from K3 Landsteinar
News from K3 Landsteinar (24 May 2005)
CHEP Expands Relationship with Manugistics
User Application Article CHEP Expands Relationship with Manugistics through Global Implementation of Supply Chain Management Solutions
News from Manugistics (24 May 2005)
VTF2005 Features Renowned Experts from India
Professors Ashok Jhunjhunwala, Jitendra Nandkumar Shah, and Sadagopan to share their extensive experience and insights on implementing innovative programs aimed at bridging the digital divide.
News from VIA Technologies (24 May 2005)
Upgraded design tools available at no charge
Lattice ispLEVER-Starter design tools now support all LatticeEC FPGA devices
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (24 May 2005)
Belle Jewellery Chooses XeBusiness
User Application Article Midlands Fashion Accessories Supplier Belle Jewellery Chooses XeBusiness
News from XeBusiness (24 May 2005)
Exstream Cited as Category Leader In Celent Report
Industry Analyst Firm Names Exstream As a Leading Provider in Document Management Category
News from Exstream Software (24 May 2005)
Tool solves complex problems
Maplesoft, the leading provider of high performance software tools for engineering, science and mathematics, and their UK partner Adept Scientific, have announced a major release of Maple. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (24 May 2005)
New software versions at QM show
Delcam will launch three new versions of its PowerINSPECT inspection software at the Quality in Manufacturing Exhibition to be held at the Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham on 15th and 16th June. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (24 May 2005)
Unique 5-Segment BSD For Variable Pressure SEM
A new, 5-segment semiconductor backscattered electron detector with high sensitivity and fast response rates has been introduced for the S-3400N variable pressure SEM from Hitachi High-Technologies.
News from Hitachi High-Technologies (24 May 2005)
Sales growth in Japan shows the way
Sales of Malvern Instruments range of Insitec on-line particle size analyzers have grown significantly in Japan in the last six years. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (24 May 2005)
Device customers and providers climb on board
Major suppliers, together with clinicians, NHS professionals and venture capital specialists have confirmed their involvement in the MDT Innovation Forum.
News from Medical Device Technology forum (24 May 2005)
Determining sodium bicarbonate in aspirin
Technical Background Article Using a Metrohm 809 Titrando in conjunction with the unique 800 Dosino dosing system, aspirin level titration can be carried out fully in accordance to the pharmaceutical standard CFR 21 Part 11. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (24 May 2005)
Petroleum industry titration package
Oil PAC stands for Oil Potentiometric Analysis Collection and contains the titration methods most used in the petroleum industry in an attractive and practical form. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (24 May 2005)
Conductometry discussed
A monograph about conductometry offers an easy-to-read introduction into the basics of conductivity measurement. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (24 May 2005)
Titration with wireless communication
With the BluetoothR USB adapter, a Titrando system with 840 Touch Control can be easily retrofitted for wireless communication. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (24 May 2005)
Action results improve quality and ROI
Smarttech Consulting Services has released the Smarttechcs Step Process which will provide businesses with a consultative formula to create business improvements, enabling regulatory compliance.
News from Smarttech Consulting Services (24 May 2005)
Power analyser boosts functions
A number of new features are now available to boost the measurement and communications functions of the Yokogawa WT3000 precision power analyser.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (24 May 2005)
Colour Accreditation Proves Printers' Ability
Pantone has announced that TSO (The Stationery Office in the UK) has achieved its Pantone Printer Accreditation.
News from Pantone UK (24 May 2005)
McBain Instruments to distribute VisiTech products
McBain Instruments is announcing an alliance with VisiTech International of Sunderland, UK.
News from McBain Instruments (24 May 2005)
Plastic pens are metal-detectable
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching its new range of Detectamet metal-detectable plastic pens.
News from E-Components and Chains (24 May 2005)
Precision metering pumps suit semiconductors
Magnetically coupled external gear pumps have found a niche market for their precision metering and chemical resistance qualities in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
News from Tuthill Pump Group (23 May 2005)
Evaporative coolers are versatile
Evaporative cooling systems, available as either side, down or up draught options, can be mounted internally as spot coolers or externally and ducted within the building.
News from Clever Engineering (23 May 2005)
Safety interlock switches resist knocks
Fibre optic safety interlock switches provide a compact, non-contact, easy-to-install means of interlocking doors, guards, gates and covers and resist chemical and impact damage.
News from Banner Engineering (23 May 2005)
UK toolmaking orders are steady - for now
A GTMA survey shows the level of new orders among its toolmaking members is holding steady but future work recorded in order books is dropping.
News from GTMA (23 May 2005)
Paving the way towards e-manufacturing
EOS' International User Meeting focussed particularly on e-manufacturing, the fast, flexible and cost-effective production of plastics, glass and metal components directly from electronic data.
News from EOS Electro Optical Systems (23 May 2005)
EDXRF combined with optics to check films
By combining energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy with focusing optics a tool has been designed to measure thin metallics in electronics manufacture.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (23 May 2005)
MES increases profits by targeting OEE
Manufacturing execution system provides powerful analytical capabilities that increase profits by proactively targeting performance improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness. Brochure Available
News from Citect (23 May 2005)
Revised flowmeters do not jam or clog
Ultrasonics flowmeters feature a clear flow path with no moving parts so ithey cannot clog or jam and have automatic temperature and viscosity compensation.
News from Crydom International (23 May 2005)
High speed sensor detects vibrating targets
Ultrasonic Sensors are not affected by changes in target material or colour, even translucent or opaque objects can be detected as well as vibrating or tilting targets.
News from Ixthus Instrumentation (23 May 2005)
CAM with 5-axis machining raise yacht output
User Application Article The introduction of five-axis machining and the latest CAD and CAM software is helping the Ferretti Group to further improve the delivery times for its yachts. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (23 May 2005)
Switch units protection raised to IP66/67
Door clutch/interlock mechanism in switches have IP66/67 protection to suit operation in more aggressive environments rather than the IP 65 protection of the old design.
News from u. k. solenoid (23 May 2005)
Further 21 electrical product ranges added
As a result of the strong take-up of its S-elect offer, which benefits electrical contractors, Schneider Electric has launched a supplementary catalogue with 21 new product ranges.
News from Schneider Electric (23 May 2005)
Free 3rd axis offered on Heidenhain DROs
To help machine operators get the best out of their manual machine tools Heidenhain has decided to offer the 3rd axis of any new DRO system ordered during June and July, free of charge. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (23 May 2005)
Associated industries invited to show at MACH 2006
To ensure that the UK's MACH 2006 machine tool show will be a resounding success, MACHplus involves inviting five manufacturing related industries to exhibit at the show.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (23 May 2005)
Ultrasound leak detector applied to factories
Battery operated, lightweight device detects leaks within compressed air and vacuum systems and gives an audio alarm and also a visual indication on an integral display. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (23 May 2005)
Interactive software avoids vision programming
Latest upgrade to the interactive software is for configuring, benchmarking and deploying complete machine vision applications without programming. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (23 May 2005)
Crank angle encoder is highly precise
Crank angle encoder is a precision instrument in a modular system for use wherever rotational position must be measured to a high level of accuracy.
News from Kistler Instruments (23 May 2005)
Resource module introduced for safety devices
Resource Module that includes a power supply and pair of safety relays making it a single point for wiring STI's MS4600 and OS3100 solid-state safety devices.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (23 May 2005)
Temperature sensor company moves house
Southern Temperature Sensors has moved to new UK premises to increase stock levels and improve delivery times and has also set up a new Web site.
News from Southern Temperature Sensors (23 May 2005)
Tanks offered in high specification metals
Range of hygienic and sterile tanks, vessels and mixers, available in stainless steel, Hastalloy and other exotic metals, are offered in standard designs and as customised units.
News from CIProcess (23 May 2005)
Plastics problems discussed on updated Website
Builder of high speed rotary blow molding, structural foam and specialised Injection molding machinery has updated its website to communicate problem-solving information.
News from Wilmington Machinery (23 May 2005)
National sales manager appointed
Digital Solutions Division of Toshiba America Information Systems, has announced the appointment of Vincent J Giovinco to the position of National Sales Manager, ME/FA Group.
News from Toshiba America Information Systems (23 May 2005)
Precision power analyser functions enhanced
Precision power analyser now has 30Mbyte of internal memory and a standard auto-print function, while USB and Ethernet options provide enhanced communications with PCs.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (23 May 2005)
Patents granted to cost-reducing CAD/CAM products
Four patents have been granted to Delphi Technologies for its proven CAD/CAM methodologies that help reduce product and process design costs and increase productivity.
News from Delphi Technologies (23 May 2005)
AZO and Bachelor Controls alliance consolidates
A new alliance of AZO and Bachelor Controls will strengthen a decade-long strategic partnership that provides state-of-the-art ingredient automation and information technology.
News from AZO, IHS Ingredient Handling Solutions (23 May 2005)
Pinnacle Award presented to AIDA-America
AIDA-America Corporation has received Delphi's 2005 Pinnacle Award, which recognises suppliers for their outstanding quality, service, technology and value performance.
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch (23 May 2005)
Powerful heavy duty cleaner degreases too
Heavy duty cleaner and degreaser quickly removes heavy grease, oil and grime with a powerful citrus based formula that contains no harsh chemicals.
News from WD-40 Company (23 May 2005)
Electric actuators apply versatile part testing
No matter what the test piece is, exact loads, defined ways and high speeds is how part and component testing should run, says a testing machine supplier. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (23 May 2005)
Computerised orbital welding goes on show
Computerised orbital welding as well as tungsten electrode grinders, weld purging tube cutting and preparation equipment will be shown at the UK's North West Manufacturing show.
News from Orbimatic (23 May 2005)
Multi-tasking machines 'do it in one'
User Application Article Multi-tasking machine tools have reduced operations to one or two, with cycle times reduced in some cases by as much as 80%, on parts previously requiring 14-15 operations. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (23 May 2005)
Heavy structure order goes East
User Application Article AK Heavy Engineering has gained a £2 million contract for machining and test assembling a 5m wide steel finishing mill stand, destined for China, which will weigh over 1,000 tonnes when fully erected.
News from DavyMarkham (23 May 2005)
Room at the inn for Pathlore
User Application Article Pathlore Software has announced that La Quinta Corporation has selected its learning management solution to help measure the effectiveness of training across its chain of hotels.
News from SumTotal Systems (23 May 2005)
Major RoHS/WEEE Education Milestone
Design Chain Associates, LLC and EPTAC Corporation Announce a Major RoHS/WEEE Education Milestone
News from Design Chain Associates (23 May 2005)
Low Cost Atomic Time Standard Receiver
A new atomic standard time code receiver gives RS422 ASCII data output of time and date.
News from London Electronics (23 May 2005)
Freedom Tower Project uses Autodesk
User Application Article Groundbreaking Application of Building Information Modeling Increases Collaboration and Coordination between Architects, Designers, Engineers and Contractors. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (23 May 2005)
Buzzsaw for Somerfield Group
User Application Article Autodesk Buzzsaw to Control and Manage 300 New Projects a Year for the Somerfield Group Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (23 May 2005)
Coatings make optical elements possible
User Application Article The new family of ColorLoc light control thin film optical elements, made possible by Bookham's unique automated coating and assembly facility, offer theatre-quality optics for DLP.
News from Bookham (23 May 2005)
High performance Raman microscopy made easy
The Horiba Jobin Yvon Raman team has introduced the new LabRAM Aramis, said to be a major advance in Raman automation.
News from Horiba Jobin Yvon (23 May 2005)
Angle encoder provides flexible application
The new Type 2613B crank angle encoder from Kistler Instruments is a modular system that can be customised to exactly meet the requirements of a wide range of applications.
News from Kistler Instruments (23 May 2005)
Spectrometer comes in radial, axial or dual view
Lambda Advanced Technology's Prodigy ICP spectrometer from Teledyne Leeman Labs is available in radial, axial and dual view configurations.
News from Lambda Advanced Technology (23 May 2005)
Current probes provide high band width
The HFR3000, first of a new range of high frequency LEM-flex current probes, provides a wide dynamic measuring range up to 3000A AC at frequencies from 1Hz to 1MHz.
News from LEM UK (23 May 2005)
Web site shows off materials testing range
Lloyd Instruments,an established leader in materials testing equipment, has launched a new global website that features information on the full range of Lloyd Instruments' materials testing equipment.
News from Lloyd Instruments (23 May 2005)
Slovenian seminar helps stop static
Nigel Taylor outlined how static is caused and the effects it has on production at the second International Graphic exhibition in Slovenia. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (23 May 2005)
Discover PAT at seminar
The FDA's goal for Process Analytical Technology (PAT) is to understand and control processes, reduce process variability and to use process based testing to ensure pre-defined quality. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (23 May 2005)
Scaffolding users warned about low-quality copies
OSEM - the Original Scaffolding Equipment Manufacturers group - emphasised its safety message at this year's Safety and Health Expo.
News from OSEM (23 May 2005)
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