News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 5 June
to Saturday 11 June 2005
Autotex film for keyboards in demanding areas
User Application Article The Autotex polyester film from Autotype International is being used by Hoffmann+Krippner to enable the company to produce keypads for industrial and computer equipment in demanding environments. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (10 June 2005)
Visual Enterprise manufacturing system aids growth
User Application Article Within less than seven years, a manufacturing management system from Infor Global Solutions has helped AWS Electronics to build its business from GBP 4m - GBP 12m turnover.
News from Infor (10 June 2005)
More compact signal isolators in existing cabinets
The SEM1000 series of loop powered DIN rail analogue signal isolators from Status Instruments are claimed to provide cost and space effectiveness. Brochure Available
News from Status Instruments (10 June 2005)
World's largest palletising robot's 400KG payload
Fanuc robots from Micromech can be tailored to suit customers packaging and palletising requirements with the M-410iWW claimed to be the world's largest palletising robot.
News from Micromech (10 June 2005)
Mould cycle counter checks lifetime condition
DMS has announced the UK availability of a new mould cycle counter that provides moulders with a mould monitoring and maintenance planning aid.
News from DMS Diemould Service (10 June 2005)
Production index increase answers doubters
Commenting on the ONS Manufacturing (Index of Production) figures just published, Andy Martin, the national director of manufacturing at Barclays, said the boost was good news.
News from Barclays Commercial Bank (10 June 2005)
Belt weighers perform at Rotterdam terminal
User Application Article Twenty Inflo belt weighers supplied by UK-based Procon Engineering are continuing to provide accurate and trouble-free weighing in the tough working environment at the EMO terminal at Rotterdam.
News from Procon Engineering (10 June 2005)
Phoenix power connector's contact reliability
Phoenix Electronics has added a 600V UL, 32 Amp 7.62mm pitch power connector to its Combicon connector range.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution (10 June 2005)
Vision inspection streamlines parts production
User Application Article Specialist parts handling company RNA Automation has developed a machine based on the Festo Checkbox vision inspection system to verify the quality of small component parts. Brochure Available
News from Festo (10 June 2005)
Laminating adhesive replaces conventional products
Master Bond Inc has introduced new UV19LV, a one component, laminating, sealing, bonding and coating compound. Brochure Available
News from Master Bond (10 June 2005)
Colour trends for PCB test points and terminals
Traditionally, black has always been the most popular colour for William Hughes's PCB test points and terminals but for the first time, demand for red test points has overtaken that for black.
News from William Hughes (10 June 2005)
Production scheduling helps racing team compete
Epicor Software Corporation has been retained as the primary logistic and manufacturing system for Red Bull Racing following its take over of Jaguar Racing.
News from Epicor (10 June 2005)
Grease has 2.3 million speed factor
According to Kluber Lubrication, greases put fewer demands on bearing design than oils. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (10 June 2005)
Lubricant dispenser eliminates contamination risk
The Klubermatic FG lubricant dispenser can hygenically and accurately dispense lubricating grease to machinery in the food and pharmaceutical industries with no risk of contamination. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (10 June 2005)
Floor grout eradicates pool mortar joint problems
User Application Article The regular inclusion of cleaning and purifying chlorides are an absolute necessity in ensuring the quality of pool water and as such, they fulfil an extremely important function.
News from Instarmac Group (10 June 2005)
Website presents tools and cutters ranges
ITC has launched its new website. New features to the site include a virtual tour of the shop floor, illustrating the facility and its recent investment in new technology.
News from ITC Tooling (10 June 2005)
World's most precise pharma benchtop filler
BASCO Technologies has launched its Dispensing Unit Type 533, claimed to be the world's most precise filler, with a drive control rotary piston pump, it achieves fill accuracies of +/- 0.05 per cent.
News from BASCO Technologies (10 June 2005)
Lead-free hand soldering and rework
The latest hand soldering system from OK International has become more affordable as a result of a new initiative to lower the cost of lead-free soldering. Brochure Available
News from OK International (10 June 2005)
IP Telephony installed at Smiths Group
User Application Article Getronics Implements Smiths Group State-of-the-Art Communications System
News from Getronics (10 June 2005)
Better, Safer, More Powerful Browser
Suffer IE No Longer, There's a Better, Safer, More Powerful Browser - O'Reilly Releases "Don't Click on the Blue E!: Switching to Firefox"
News from O'Reilly (10 June 2005)
Trainer1 expands e-learning courses
Trainer1 is expanding its range of classroom-delivered training courses for those who want to learn more about e-learning.
News from Trainer1 (10 June 2005)
VXP Technology in High Performance Projectors
User Application Article Christie Selects Gennum's VXP Technology to Power New Generation of High Performance Projectors
News from Gennum Corporation (10 June 2005)
Leitch Selects Gennum's VXP Technology
User Application Article Leitch Technology has chosen the GF9350 image processor with Visual Excellence Processing (VXP) technology for use within a number of its new HDTV processing and conversion products.
News from Gennum Corporation (10 June 2005)
IronCAD Version 8.0 released
IronCAD version 8.0 is claimed to be the leading 3D design alternative to today's parametric systems
News from IronCAD (10 June 2005)
Lattice launches Leader Design Services Program
Partnerships with leading design services companies will expand access to Lattice products; shorten customers' time to market
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (10 June 2005)
Flowcell cuts costs and controls processes
A new demountable flowcell from AstraNet Systems provides a low-cost method for in-line and on-line UV/VIS/NIR measurements in monitoring and process control systems.
News from AstraNet Systems (10 June 2005)
Structure and function relationships discussed
Fairfield Sensors has published of two new application notes connected with using its AnaLight instruments for the real time study of the intimate relationship between structure and function
News from Farfield Scientific (10 June 2005)
Powder flowability discussed in newsletter
The latest issue of Freeman Technology's newsletter features thought-provoking views on the definition of powder flowability, and items on how dynamic measurements can simulate process conditions.
News from Freeman Technology (10 June 2005)
Remote management of modem communication
Jekyll Electronic Technology, the UK leader in the design and manufacture of industrial telemetry products, has launched its Remote Manager software.
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (10 June 2005)
Titration determines water or moisture content
Water determination (also called moisture determination) is, together with the measurement of the pH value and acid-base titrations, one of the most frequently performed analyses in laboratories. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (10 June 2005)
Test house adds textile to consumer
International consumer product test-house Specialised Technology Resources (UK) (STR) has acquired the textiles testing business of Derbyshire based Precision Process.
News from STR Specialised Technology Resources (UK) (10 June 2005)
Frequency counter resolves to microhertz
The newly revised TF830 from TTi is an 8-digit 1.3 GHz frequency counter which uses an all-new 2U height bench-top case and can measure low frequencies to a resolution of 1 micro Hz.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (10 June 2005)
University's waterjet cutting is work of art
User Application Article The University of Sunderland's Glass and Ceramics Department has taken delivery of a waterjet cutting machine to enable artists and small companies to produce an unlimited range of profiles.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems ( 9 June 2005)
Navigation system benefits from DGPS compass
CSI Wireless Inc has begun supplying essential differential GPS (DGPS) technology for the 'Trinity Solution' available from MX Marine, a unit of Brunswick Corporation.
News from Hemisphere GPS ( 9 June 2005)
Transportable field thermocouple input module
The USB-TC thermocouple input module from Measurement Computing provides eight thermocouple input channels and includes an ambient temperature sensor for thermocouple linearisation.
News from Measurement Computing ( 9 June 2005)
Portable data logger tracks temperature in transit
With summer temperatures rising across Europe, companies need to ensure that temperature sensitive products are being stored and transported at the correct temperature.
News from Southern Temperature Sensors ( 9 June 2005)
Tribunals fall should not make bosses complacent
A leading business pressure group is warning bosses not to be lulled into a false sense of security by the reported drop in UK Employment Tribunal cases last year.
News from Forum of Private Business ( 9 June 2005)
Lowering cost of lead-free soldering
The latest hand soldering system from OK International is the subject of an initiative to lower the cost of lead-free soldering. Brochure Available
News from OK International ( 9 June 2005)
Wireless lighting controls easily programmed
The latest in wireless lighting control from Schneider Electric is the Ulti range of electrical wiring accessories from Clipsal, a Schneider brand.
News from Schneider Electric ( 9 June 2005)
ISA revives conferences and education programmes
ISA has launched a communications campaign after market research showed that it plays a role in delivering industry standards, professional certification programmes, education and training. Brochure Available
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 9 June 2005)
Universal Balancing Acquires BTD
Universal Balancing has taken over Birmingham-based control system specialist, BTD and consolidated the former sister company's operations into its Kingswood headquarters at Bristol. Brochure Available
News from Universal Balancing ( 9 June 2005)
Time saving for prototyping 32-bit microprocessors
Scientists and engineers can now take advantage of the graphical programming paradigm of National Instruments' LabVIEW software to save time prototyping and deploying embedded applications. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 9 June 2005)
Connectors need no soldering or screw termination
Phoenix Electronics Distribution now has available the new range of Harting M12 industrial connectors for panel feed-through applications.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution ( 9 June 2005)
Unicode SAP keeps data in all world languages
These days, companies throughout the world speak one language in particular and that is SAP.
News from BASF IT Services BV ( 9 June 2005)
Follow-On Sales Order from Ford Motor Company
User Application Article Leica Laser Trackers, Wireless Armless T-probes Implemented for Industrial Measurement in Ford's Manufacturing and Assembly Operations
News from Leica Geosystems AG ( 9 June 2005)
Open Mind acquires Progressive Training Resources
Open Mind, the specialist distributor of over 10,000 learning resources in all media - has acquired the Ruislip-based learning resources preview centre, Progressive Training Resources (PTR).
News from Open Mind (Learning/HR) ( 9 June 2005)
Investment Business Case at EIS Conference
Technical Background Article EIS conference makes business case for investment in technologies of engineering integrity
News from Engineering Integrity Society ( 9 June 2005)
VIA Eden Platform Powers New HP Thin Clients
Proven ultra-low power VIA Eden processor selected by HP for new range of space-saving thin clients
News from VIA Technologies ( 9 June 2005)
InfoWorks announces dynamic success in Australia
User Application Article Wallingford Software has announced two major successes for InfoWorks in Australia.
News from Wallingford Software ( 9 June 2005)
Making the Most of Engineering Designs
Lightweight viewing and enterprise system integration opens engineering data to the entire company
News from CoCreate Software ( 9 June 2005)
Joe Hoare appointed to manage European alliance
Alliance offers production management expertise, cross platform integration services, compliance workflow software and life-cycle services to reduce product cycle times and realise cost savings
News from Emerson Process Management ( 9 June 2005)
Intelligent tag reader set to cut costs
Intelligent tag reader set to cut costs and revolutionise efficiency in complex product tracking and routing applications Brochure Available
News from IDC - Intelligent Distributed Controls ( 9 June 2005)
IDC cuts hardware, software and cabling costs
User Application Article IDC cuts hardware, software and cabling costs on new logistics system by 50% using distributed intelligent bar code readers. Brochure Available
News from IDC - Intelligent Distributed Controls ( 9 June 2005)
Refrigerator recycling tracked
User Application Article IDC's mobile data capture solution tracks refrigerator recycling under european electrical waste directive. Brochure Available
News from IDC - Intelligent Distributed Controls ( 9 June 2005)
IHI Marine United Selects UGS NX and Teamcenter
User Application Article IHI Marine United reinforces UGS' growing PLM leadership in shipbuilding
News from Siemens PLM Software ( 9 June 2005)
LIMS solution for water testing laboratories
Water testing laboratories and laboratories that support water treatment plants have long discovered the benefits of Laboratory Information Management Systems - LIMS. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe ( 9 June 2005)
Value from high resolution camera
The TM-1402CL, newest in JAI PULNiX's line of machine vision AccuPiXEL cameras, offers an exceptionally good value in a high resolution, 1.4 megapixel CCD camera.
News from JAI ( 9 June 2005)
New columns feature monolith based on silica
User Application Article The new column type Metrosep Dual 4 contains an entirely novel carrier material, namely a functionalized monolith based on silica. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 9 June 2005)
Anion flavoured beer controlled
Technical Background Article The majority of anions found in beer are a consequence of water used during the brewing process and strict quality control is required as their presence affects the flavour of the finished product. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 9 June 2005)
Frequency divider is self contained
Pulse Research Lab (PRL) has announced the PRL 230, a new 4 Decade TTL Frequency Divider.
News from Pulse Research Lab ( 9 June 2005)
Fractional resampling cores give high performance
RF Engines has developed a new range of Fractional Resampling Architectures for FPGA that can be used to perform up-sampling or down-sampling of high-speed digital signals.
News from RF Engines ( 9 June 2005)
Project provides environmental training
The Greening Industry Project (GIP) provides environmental training and consultancy to the automotive industry, primarily within the West Midlands Region but also the rest of the UK.
News from TUV Rheinland UK ( 9 June 2005)
Removing Manual Intervention For Bag Handling
Looplifter from LBK Packaging of Liverpool (UK) is a positioning device sewn in to the bag, which facilitates bag handling without the need for manual intervention.
News from LBK Packaging ( 9 June 2005)
Printed Caps Complement Parisian Spirit
User Application Article BBH Spirits has launched La Fee Bohemian to sit alongside the original La Fee absinthe which has been rebranded as La Fee Parisian.
News from Viscose Closures Ltd ( 9 June 2005)
How to handle large sheets of glass in safety
The HSE is reminding those in the glazing and cladding industries of the importance of conducting risk assessments and having safe systems of work in place for packing and unpacking sheets of glass.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 9 June 2005)
Detectamet plastics certified for food contact
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is announcing that its four colours of Detectamet metal-detectable plastic are now all certified for use in direct contact with food.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 9 June 2005)
Collaborative Software Tailored to Dassault Needs
Centric Software has extended the reach of its 3D Collaborative Dashboard by adding connectivity to Dassault Systemes' Enovia VPM V4.
News from Centric Software ( 8 June 2005)
Data acquisition with more I/O performance
National Instruments (NI) has announced the NI PCI-6225 and PXI-6225, the newest members of the M Series data acquisition (DAQ) family. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 8 June 2005)
Integrating business processes with scalable RFID
Microsoft's senior vice president of server applications, Paul Flessner, has announced a new strategy to develop a scalable RFID infrastructure to integrate business processes using RFID data.
News from Microsoft ( 8 June 2005)
New bucket wash and dry avoids cross contamination
Humbert and Pol, the European supplier of bucket elevator technology that is marketed in the UK and Ireland by Robin Engineering, has developed an integral bucket wash and dry system.
News from Robin Engineering Services ( 8 June 2005)
Relay monitoring 5 devices without external hub
Measurement Computing Corporation has launched its USB-SSR24, a USB-based device for monitoring and controlling solid-state relays.
News from Measurement Computing ( 8 June 2005)
Keenly priced oscilloscope's ease of use
Pico Technology has announced the immediate availability of the PicoScope 2202 PC oscilloscope.
News from Pico Technology ( 8 June 2005)
Robot mounted cameras with six-axis mobility
User Application Article A new inspection system utilising a robot-mounted camera, is providing a different approach to the examination, integrity and traceability of mass manufactured assemblies.
News from ABB Automation Technologies ( 8 June 2005)
New lathes key to machining company's strategy
User Application Article A leading Sheffield engineering and machining company has staked its future strategy for supplying high-accuracy, quality-finished turned components on Harrison's lathe technology.
News from TS Harrison and Sons ( 8 June 2005)
Gen 2 technology success for thermal printer firm
Zebra Technologies is demonstrating the use of EPCglobal's UHF Electronic Product Code (EPC) Class 1 Generation 2 (Gen 2) RFID protocol.
News from Zebra Technologies ( 8 June 2005)
Spectrometers help new waste control compliance
With the introduction of the stringent Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Restrictions of Hazardous Substances Directives, the electronics industry will require more effective methods.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific ( 8 June 2005)
Paints keep historic river vessel shipshape
User Application Article Firwood Paints has supplied a combination of paints to keep shipshape one of the River Thames' most famous and historic vessels - the Massey Shaw fireboat.
News from Firwood Paints Ltd ( 8 June 2005)
Honda turns to instant storage to free space
User Application Article To free up prime space close to the production line at its number two plant in Swindon, Honda of the UK Manufacturing (HUM) required an instant storage system for its mezzanine deck.
News from Tube and Bracket Company ( 8 June 2005)
Metal detectable plastic conforms to food regs
E-Components and Chains has made available four colours of Detectamet metal detectable plastic - blue, red, green and yellow.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 8 June 2005)
Hydraulics seminar examines productivity role
Shell UK Oil Products Limited (Shell) is gathering together some of the UK's leading industrial companies in the East Midlands for a one-day technical seminar examining hydraulic systems. Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants ( 8 June 2005)
Software improves project workflows
McLaren Software has announced the immediate availability of its Enterprise Engineer 3.1 release for the FileNet P8 platform.
News from McLaren Software ( 8 June 2005)
Supply chain software deal extended
Informatica Corporation a provider of data integration software, has renewed and expanded its OEM partnership with i2 Technologies.
News from i2 Technologies ( 8 June 2005)
Strong clamping guarantees accurate indexing
TaeguTec has launched its internal turning T-Holder - a simple structure with strong clamping that prevents vibration and insert movement to promote long tool life.
News from TaeguTec UK ( 8 June 2005)
Encoder's flexibility reduced stocks and save time
The new DRS 61 incremental encoder from SICK-Stegmann offers full programmability for greater user flexibility and to provide a reduction in stocks of pre-programmed devices.
News from Sick (UK) ( 8 June 2005)
Catalogue covers wider series of applications
ITC has launched the latest edition of its product catalogue. Issue three in the series contains a range of tools.
News from ITC Tooling ( 8 June 2005)
Machine kit system highlights new developments
Machine Building Systems has announced that literature for the latest crop of new products for the Item machine construction kit system is now available. Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems ( 8 June 2005)
Seminar highlights low cost headstock machining
On July 12 Sandvik Coromant and Star Micronics are co-hosting a seminar.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 8 June 2005)
E-gov compliance kick started
User Application Article Business Process Management solution from Consilium Technologies to kick-start e-gov compliance
News from Orbis Software ( 8 June 2005)
Audio testing workshops by agent
TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments), the exclusive UK agent for the Audio Precision range of high-quality audio test equipment, is running a series of training workshops on audio testing.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 8 June 2005)
Sieve standard demand grows
The application of increasingly stringent quality assurance standards for sieve analysis techniques is fuelling a growth in demand for Whitehouse Scientific's sieve calibration standards. Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific ( 8 June 2005)
Cook-in-casing system reduces costs
The Cryovac Flat-Sheet Barrier Cook-In Casing System increases productivity and reduces material costs for processors
News from Sealed Air ( 8 June 2005)
BASCO Technologies Presents Dispensing Unit
Type 533, the world's most precise filler, will be presented at Pack Expo Las Vegas
News from BASCO Technologies ( 8 June 2005)
Latest developments counter arguments against HPDs
Technical Background Article While noise hazards have not changed significantly in the past twenty years, the technology of hearing protection devices (HPDs) has advanced significantly, according to Brad Witt of Bacou-Dalloz.
News from Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group ( 8 June 2005)
Making artistic shapes easier with new software
The latest version of Delcam's ArtCAM Pro engraving and routing software incorporates a range of enhancements in 2D drawing, 3D modelling and machining. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 7 June 2005)
Smart system handles 3 camera inputs at same time
Inspect is the latest compact vision system from IPD, the Intelligent Products Division of Coreco Imaging, designed for component and product inspection. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 7 June 2005)
Conveyor provides materials handling links
The new conveyor system Varioflow from Bosch Rexroth is a high-performance, cost-effective system for material handling links between machines in the fields of food and packaging.
News from Bosch Rexroth ( 7 June 2005)
Modular storage eliminates production waste
Linked manual workplaces and material supply shelves, including material containers and track rollers, helps users to do away with production waste.
News from Bosch Rexroth ( 7 June 2005)
Actuator prices drop to $30-$99
With its new line of linear actuators, Firgelli Automations has broken the $100 price barrier.
News from Firgelli Automations ( 7 June 2005)
Largest impregnation plant in Middle East
Whitlegg Machines has reported a strong order book from the Middle East, with the largest current order being one for a vacuum pressure impregnation plant - the largest of its type in the Middle East.
News from Whitelegg Machines ( 7 June 2005)
Tracking transcontinental solar powered cars race
CSI Wireless has become a major sponsor of the world's longest solar car race.
News from Hemisphere GPS ( 7 June 2005)
OEE software central to wire firm's lean programme
User Application Article Carrington Wire has embarked on an overall operational effectiveness (OEE) campaign as an important part of its lean continuous improvement process.
News from Gemba Solutions ( 7 June 2005)
Interface promotes Good Laboratory Practice
Thermo Electron Corporation has introduced a new bi-directional digital interface between its Watson Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Xcalibur mass spectrometry (MS) software.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific ( 7 June 2005)
On-shaft torque monitoring for wide range
The two systems offered by Datum provide effective on-shaft torque monitoring, which will fit a wide range of shafts, which type will vary depending upon users' requirements.
News from Datum Electronics ( 7 June 2005)
MfgQuote Harnesses the Macromedia Flash Platform
MfgQuote Harnesses the Macromedia Flash Platform to Streamline MfgQuote.com
News from MFG.com ( 7 June 2005)
SfaFinity launches SFCRM
sfaFinity launches SFCRM, a contact business management software for small single-user businesses to medium sized businesses up to 2000 employees.
News from sfa Finity Inc. ( 7 June 2005)
Proofing solution bundles go on sale this month
PerfectProof and X-Rite announce strategic partnership
News from PerfectProof Europe NV ( 7 June 2005)
Synergis Adept 6 EDM Ships with Free MySQL
Adept 6 Provides a Low-cost Competitive First Step for Companies Considering Enterprise PLM and Collaboration Initiatives
News from Synergis Software ( 7 June 2005)
Largest Alumina Producer Saves Design Time
User Application Article Largest Alumina Producer Saves Instrument Design Time with new AutoCAD Electrical Brochure Available
News from Autodesk ( 7 June 2005)
Carrington Wire choose OEE Impact
User Application Article Carrington Wire choose OEE Impact software as part of their Lean Manufacturing program
News from Gemba Solutions ( 7 June 2005)
RFID's move upstream into manufacturing
Technical Background Article RFID provides benefits at all four stages of the product lifecycle. Brochure Available
News from IDC - Intelligent Distributed Controls ( 7 June 2005)
Up to 50% higher return on investment with RFID
Technical Background Article ERP systems can achieve up to 50% higher return on investment when used with RFID mobile data capture systems. Brochure Available
News from IDC - Intelligent Distributed Controls ( 7 June 2005)
ITShowcase Live at Sheffield
On Tuesday 7th June, iTshowcase Live will be opening its doors in Sheffield at the Bramall Lane Stadium.
News from iTSHOWCASE ( 7 June 2005)
New Lattice TransFR solution
Unique solution provides elegant approach to maintaining "5 Nines" system availability, supported by latest ispVM tool and available for immediate, free download.
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK ( 7 June 2005)
Northrop Grumman uses mathworks tools
User Application Article Northrop Grumman uses mathworks tools for model-based design to successfully control unmanned aerial vehicle testbed
News from MathWorks ( 7 June 2005)
Moisture and humidity measurement instrumentation
New moisture and humidity measurement instrumentation from Able includes the DT-20 dew point transmitter, SADP-Mini handheld dew point hygrometer and bench top/portable CMH chilled mirror hygrometers.
News from Able Instruments and Controls ( 7 June 2005)
New component library for inductor products
Murata Manufacturing and Ansoft have released a new device library for Ansoft's Nexxim based on Murata's discrete Capacitor/Coil Inductor products.
News from Ansoft Europe ( 7 June 2005)
Digital camera and optical system test charts
Precision Optical Imaging of USA, Armstrong Optical of Northampton has announced the immediate availability of a software package for MTF analysis of optical systems from any digital image.
News from Armstrong Optical ( 7 June 2005)
Colour change technology wins accolade
Sherwood Technology, the leading colour change specialist, has been awarded the accolade of 'Outstanding Achievement in Anti-forgery Technologies' at the 6th Product and Image Security Convention.
News from DataLase ( 7 June 2005)
Service offering enhanced for detectors
In addition to the continuous developments of its class leading products, SKF is just as focused on developing and enhancing its service offering. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 7 June 2005)
EMI filters survive high temperature solder
Syfer Technology has announced the availability of an extensive range of solder mount feedthrough EMI filters designed to be fully compliant with the terms of the RoHS Directive.
News from Syfer Technology ( 7 June 2005)
Digital microhmmeter's measurement reliability
The new Cropico DO7010 portable digital microhmmeter has been developed with the latest solid state and microprocessor techniques to ensure maximum low resistance measurement reliability. Brochure Available
News from Cropico ( 7 June 2005)
Ergonomic earplugs are metal-detectable
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching Detectamet silicone rubber metal-detectable earplugs, which are highly suitable for use in the food and beverage industries.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 7 June 2005)
Simplifying Cartesian robot design, build and use
Robots featuring a Cartesian motion system that cuts specification, design and installation time in multi-axis handling applications are available pre-assembled or in kit form.
News from Bosch Rexroth ( 6 June 2005)
Broadening linear motion scope for applications
By balancing precision and price, linear motion products range offers advanced linear motion technology to more applications, such as general handling and positioning, to light machinery.
News from Bosch Rexroth ( 6 June 2005)
Adobe PDF offers streamlined document workflow
A 'white paper' identifies a workable and comprehensive solution to design collaboration in discrete manufacturing using the Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
News from Cyon Research ( 6 June 2005)
Synthetic clips do not damage conveyed goods
To protect goods being conveyed with Klik-Top polymer block chain a synthetic clip has smooth, rounded edges so that there are no sharp corners to damage conveyed items.
News from Renold Chain ( 6 June 2005)
Roller chain's working life extended
Roller chain has been upgraded with solid, extruded bushes and rollers to enhance its wear and fatigue resistance and to improve its all round durability.
News from Renold Chain ( 6 June 2005)
Colder Products names Titanox as distributor
Colder Products Company has appointed Titanox Industrie as a new distributor for the general industrial, medical and pharmaceutical, and food and beverage markets in France.
News from Colder Products ( 6 June 2005)
Modular fixture building simplified
Aimed at reducing the cost of modular fixture building, a new system - the basic elements of which are L and U profiles - is more accessible and easier to assemble.
News from Witte Gerätebau, Horst ( 6 June 2005)
Latest HMI touchpanels are even faster
Offering processing speeds up to 2.4 GHz for faster, more efficient handling of system transactions and video, 15in and 17in HMI touchpanels have Ethernet speeds up to 1 Gb/s.
News from Control Technology Corp ( 6 June 2005)
More laser power expands tooling repair scope
Delivering a peak power of 10kW, a tooling repair laser system is capable of melting wire onto the tool to build up damaged areas, with minimal HAZ, restoring the tool to its original condition. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK ( 6 June 2005)
Real-time control brings flash-free casting
User Application Article The real-time control capabilities applied to diecasting machines is helping a UK diecasting company to extend its expertise in manufacturing flash-free, net shape components.
News from Frech ( 6 June 2005)
Overseas exhibition support offered to UK firms
In order to promote the overseas market for UK engineering industry, a number of overseas exhibitions are eligible for securing subsidies from UK Trade and Investment.
News from Engineering Industries Association ( 6 June 2005)
Renold Gears partners with BSL Brammer
Renold Gears and BSL Brammer have announced a new partnership agreement to provide efficient sales and service of Renold Gears' product range across the UK.
News from Renold Gears ( 6 June 2005)
Vibratory feeder controllers are well protected
Vibratory feeder controllers in a robust aluminium enclosure govern the power distribution of the electric magnet coils in bowl, hopper or linear vibratory feed applications. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) ( 6 June 2005)
EDM drills holes in press tools at high speeds
User Application Article A high-speed hole EDM is cutting cycle times substantially at leading UK deep drawn presswork component company that has taken press tooling manufacture back in-house.
News from Sodi-Tech edm ( 6 June 2005)
Components formed in plastics or metals
UK diecasting foundry offers design and production services for plastics or metal components manufactured to near net shape with narrow wall thicknesses.
News from Norse Precision Castings ( 6 June 2005)
Non-contact switch protects machinery access
An electronic miniature coded and non-contact safety switch designed to protect the doors and crankcases of dangerous machines is small in size and can easily be hidden.
News from Comitronic ( 6 June 2005)
More enhancements added to machining software
NC Graphics has introduced more developments to its range of DEPOCAM machining software, including 'rest area' options that allows the input of a reference cutter size in finishing.
News from NC Graphics (Cambridge) ( 6 June 2005)
Service co-ordinator appointed at Contax
Production automation system specialist, Contax, has appointed Gary Rodger as service co-ordinator to further strengthen a recently restructured customer service team.
News from Contax ( 6 June 2005)
Bulk products are accurately fed
Versatile linear vibratory feeder combines high amplitude, flat feed angle and rubber spring dampening for the handling of all types of bulk products.
News from Riley Automation ( 6 June 2005)
New steels to solve vehicle fluid handling
New steels for vehicle fluid handling systems will help the automotive industry overcome existing and future environmental and technical challenges. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) ( 6 June 2005)
Print and apply labeller is pressure-sensitive
Lightweight, in-line label printer-applicator delivers high quality label printing with simultaneous application for fast, consistent pressure-sensitive labelling and can be integrated into lines.
News from Weber Marking Systems ( 6 June 2005)
CAD/CAM helps handicapped children to walk
User Application Article CAD/CAM software is helping handicapped children to walk by efficiently converting data from approved scanned foot moulds into footplates' tooling board moulds for a thermoformer. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 6 June 2005)
Heavy-duty grippers offer long jaw travels
Long jaw travel grippers provide high grip force and their rugged design and jaw construction can withstand high impact and shock loads when handling large, heavy parts.
News from PHD ( 6 June 2005)
Preconfigured motion systems save time and money
Preconfigured Cartesian motion system of linear components and drives offers a ready-to-install motion system that substantially reduces design, engineering and application effort.
News from Bosch Rexroth ( 6 June 2005)
Safety foot switches offer flexibility
Heavy duty yet compact construction feature a range of foot switches that offer a full range of safety benefits, mechanical stability, functionality and flexibility.
News from Balluff UK ( 6 June 2005)
Inductive proximity sensor catalogue published
A selection of inductive proximity sensorsare featured in a catalogue that includes some of the thousands of the most popular sensors for industrial applications.
News from Balluff UK ( 6 June 2005)
Lube-free roller chain offers more life
Lubrication-free chain offers superior wear resistance and improved operating life in a 'easy-disassemble' design that retains full chain strength in the connecting link. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK ( 6 June 2005)
EPTDA Manufacturer Council appoints new chair
The European Power Transmission Distributors Association is announcing a new chair of the Manufacturer Council, Ralf Kronawitter, who is director of marketing and sales with Iwis.
News from EPTDA ( 6 June 2005)
'Last word' in press tool design is on CD-ROM
Considered to be the 'last word' in stamping die design instruction, the Acme Die Design Course, available on CD-ROM, covers all pressworking operations.
News from Knapp Tool Design ( 6 June 2005)
Software simplifies pneumatic product selection
Model selection software allows users to input their pneumatic system requirements and see an output of the system characteristics, along with recommended product series.
News from SMC Corporation of America ( 6 June 2005)
AST acquires Macro Sensors
To offer a greater depth of sensor products and expertise, American Sensor Technologies has acquired in its entirety the capital stock of Macro Sensors, LVDT manufacturer innovators.
News from American Sensor Technologies ( 6 June 2005)
Research project to apply advanced casting
After four years of planning, consultation and negotiation a GBP 14m project will apply market-focussed R and D in high technology metals and advanced casting processes.
News from Castings Technology International ( 6 June 2005)
Weld overlays defeat corrosion attack
User Application Article When some oilfield wellhead components need special wear and corrosion protection, Chappell Engineering works with weld overlay cladding specialist Arc Energy Resources.
News from Arc Energy Resources ( 6 June 2005)
Contax enters exclusive agreement with Sysmelec
Contax, has entered into an exclusive agreement with high precision automated assembly supplier, Sysmelec, to distribute their products throughout the UK and Ireland.
News from Contax ( 6 June 2005)
Interactive ERP system is 100% Web-based
Believed to be the only 100% web-based ERP system designed for the manufacturing sector allowing it to track the progress of orders, or interact to complete customer-led tasks.
News from Intuitive ( 6 June 2005)
Automobile gearboxes profit from machine vision
User Application Article A machine vision-equipped robot makes a complete multipoint, three-dimensional inspection of the 60-70 spots on an automotive gearbox in just 40 seconds.
News from Cognex UK ( 6 June 2005)
Affordable hydraulic power units supplied quickly
By combining standard base power units with application specific modules, premium quality modular hydraulic power units can be made and supplied in two weeks,
News from Bosch Rexroth ( 6 June 2005)
Check that 'Saffire' product is genuine Murex
Welding Products s now informing customers that 'Genuine Saffire' branded products are now only available from Murex or an authorised distributor and no other source. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 6 June 2005)
Lantek licenses Tekno 2000 in Turkey
Under a software licensing and distribution agreement Lantek has granted Tekno 2000 exclusive distribution rights for Lantek sheet metal software in Turkey.
News from Lantek Sheet Metal Solutions ( 6 June 2005)
Point to point servo is attractively priced
An easy to use, highly dynamic combined servo system ensures fast, high-torque, high-precision point-to-point positioning with minimum start-up effort.
News from Micromech ( 6 June 2005)
Track-guided welding is digitally programmed
Modular, track-guided products are now available for portable, programmable, semi-automated welding and cutting operations with a choice of digital programming units. Brochure Available
News from ESAB ( 6 June 2005)
Profit from welding and cutting productivity
An ability to deliver cost-efficient, high performance benefits to user manufacturers and fabricators from welding and cutting equipment will be the theme of ESAB's exhibits. Brochure Available
News from ESAB ( 6 June 2005)
Fourth edition of elements of analysis published
Editorial Examines the Changing Role of the Design Engineer as Engineering Technologies Converge
News from Desktop Engineering/Helmers Publishing ( 6 June 2005)
QuickStart Intelligence Receives Top Award
QuickStart Intelligence Receives Top Award from Microsoft for Outstanding Performance as Gold Certified Partner for Learning Solutions
News from QuickStart Intelligence ( 6 June 2005)
New training from QuickStart Intelligence
QuickStart Intelligence Adds BEA WebLogic and IBM WebSphere to Java/J2EE Training Roster
News from QuickStart Intelligence ( 6 June 2005)
Technology to combat optical disk pirating
Tages confirms its technology to combat optical disk pirating and launches a new us operation
News from Tages North America ( 6 June 2005)
New Pure PCI-X card from ART VPS
New Pure PCI-X card from ART VPS expands to 16 ray-tracing processors
News from ARTVPS ( 6 June 2005)
Construction eTrading Hubs sign alliance
Construction eTrading Hubs sign alliance to make electronic trading easier for all their customers
News from Causeway ( 6 June 2005)
CD-adapco to present enterprise-wide Solution
CD-adapco to present "enterprise-wide Solution" on the 50th anniversary of the ASME Turbo Expo.
News from CD-adapco ( 6 June 2005)
Car simulation scalability issues solved
SGI and ESI Group solve scalability issues in car simulations
News from ESI Group ( 6 June 2005)
McGuffie Brunton Takes Full Control of Syspro
McGuffie Brunton has agreed to acquire the remaining 50% of Syspro from IEG .
News from K3 Business Technology Group ( 6 June 2005)
Leader of the pack
Blister Packaging:- prevent contamination, extend shelf life and protect products. Water is the single most damaging contaminant.
News from Versaperm ( 6 June 2005)
Non-slip products suit automation cells
Slip-Not is a new range of non-slip products such as grating, non-slip flooring, safety step edging and tactile coverings.
News from Slip-Not ( 6 June 2005)
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