News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 17 July
to Saturday 23 July 2005
Intellient sensor evaluates motor encoder signal
Siemens 1FK7 and 1FT6 synchronous servo motors and the 1PH7 asynchronous servo motors have an intelligent sensor module for the Sinamics drive converter system.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 July 2005)
Closed-loop modules control up to six axes
Drives supplier has supplemented a scalable Simotion motion control system with two closed-loop control modules and an expansion module.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 July 2005)
Cabinet system designed for multi-motor drives
Cabinet modules are a modular cabinet system for multi-motor drives can be quickly combined with each other and installed.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 July 2005)
Quality process controls bearing surface finish
User Application Article A patented Generating Bearing Quality process allows manufacturers to precisely remove amorphous material layers and control surface finish, bearing ratio, geometry and even size of bearing journals.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 July 2005)
Package automates horizontal tubular bag machines
User Application Article Software in an all-in-one package for the automation of horizontal tubular bag machines save as much as 50% of the time normally needed for programming and commissioning.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 July 2005)
Compressed air control cuts energy costs by 80%
Intelligent 'supply on demand' control unit for use with compressed air systems ensures compressed air is only used when a product is present on the conveyor line. Brochure Available
News from Secomak (22 July 2005)
Filters designed to operate at up to 500 bar
Special filters constructed for use in high-pressure up to 500 bar, offer a whole set of technical and economic advantages in comparison to competitive products. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (22 July 2005)
UK SME manufacturing output falling
UK SME manufacturing output fell for the first quarter since the end of 2001 and levels of new business are the lowest since March 2002, says quarterly survey.
News from PKF Accountants & Business Advisers (22 July 2005)
Roller chains are maintenance-free
Maintenance-free roller chains have made their mark in a range of applications and can be used wherever lubrication is difficult or impossible to implement.
News from Iwis-Flexon (22 July 2005)
Mill/turn cell features three spindles
A lean manufacturing 'one-hit' mill/turning cell features three spindles, a 42mm bar capacity and 100mm chucking diameter, two turrets and a 24 tool magazine.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools (22 July 2005)
CNC turning centres feature Y-axis
CNC turning centres range will have six and seven axes machines with subspindle, driven tools and a Y-axis feed to the turret and a purpose developed fully integrated programmable autoloading system.
News from Colchester-Harrison (22 July 2005)
Electro-mechanics apply press inserts
It is now becoming the 'norm' to employ electromechanical equipment for the press insert assembly, of a wide variety of equipment and components across a diverse range of industries.
News from Industrial Measurements (22 July 2005)
Needle bearing universal joints are precise
Redesigned needle bearing universal joints have sealed lubricated needle bearings, making the joints practically maintenance free while operating precisely at high rev/min for extended periods.
News from Belden (22 July 2005)
CAM used for shopfloor machine tool programming
User Application Article CAM system at a tool and die maker is now being used for programming on the shop floor, as it is quick, easy to learn and very user friendly.
News from N C Graphics (Cambridge) (22 July 2005)
Electronic point of sale over the Internet
Electronic point of sale over the Internet becomes a reality with Emperium Web EPOS from E-Novations
News from E-NOVATIONS (22 July 2005)
3DCADTips.com releases Free online viewer
3DCADTips.com releases Free online viewer with 250 technology tips
News from 3DCADTips (22 July 2005)
City of Toronto Wins 2005 BE Award
Toronto Water Integrated Network Skeletonisation Named Top Project in "Geospatial: Public Works" Category
News from Bentley Systems (22 July 2005)
Total Wins 2005 BE Award
Cartography Intranet Global Services Named Top Project in "Plant: Managed Environment" Category
News from Bentley Systems (22 July 2005)
New ICEM Shape Design software suite
Demonstrations will illustrate complete surface design-to-tooling workflow and full integration with leading PLM systems.
News from ICEM (22 July 2005)
Enhanced support leads latest InfoWorks release
InfoWorks version 6.5 extends support for ArcGIS as part of major extensions to all modules.
News from Wallingford Software (22 July 2005)
Digital controllers for synchro servo systems
Inertial Aerosystems have introduced a new range of solid state synchro control transformer modules. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (22 July 2005)
New 3D Stereo Projection Theatre System for PTC
User Application Article Virtalis has created a new, 3D advanced visualisation system at PTC's Corporate Visit Centre at the Company's HQ in Needham, Massachusetts. Brochure Available
News from Virtalis (22 July 2005)
Measurement of the melt flow rate of a polymer
The Davenport MFI-10 melt flow indexer from Lloyd Instruments is an intelligent modular system which allows fully automatic measurement of the melt flow rate of a polymer.
News from Lloyd Instruments (22 July 2005)
Crown Builds 1.5 Billion Capacity Bevcan End Plant
Crown Holdings' affiliate, Crown Bevcan Europe and Middle East, is installing a dedicated beverage end-making facility at its plant in Dubai (United Arab Emirates).
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. (22 July 2005)
Variable Data Inkjet and Lasers On Show At PPMA
Domino UK, part of ink jet and laser manufacturer, Domino Printing Sciences, will showcase new technology from its range of variable data printing systems at the PPMA exhibition.
News from Domino Printing Sciences plc (22 July 2005)
3D Photo Software Range Expands For More Markets
Human Eyes 3D has expanded its Printpro special effects and lenticular software portfolio to provide a range of options and pricing supporting broader printing and pre-press market segments.
News from HumanEyes Technologies (22 July 2005)
Food Pot Filling And Heat Sealing On Show At PPMA
UK designer and manufacturer of tray sealing and filling equipment, Packaging Automation, will launch the latest addition to its machine range at this years' UK PPMA show.
News from Packaging Automation (22 July 2005)
Rockware's £25m Investment Includes World First
As part of Rockware's £25m investment programme at its Headlands site in Knottingley (UK) what is claimed to be the world's first servo assisted, 10-section quadruple gob machine has been installed.
News from Rockware Glass (22 July 2005)
Laser Makes Easy-Tear Scribe Lines Across Web
A new laser system from Rofin-Baasel UK allows easy-tear scribed lines to be made across the web giving new flexibility to the design of easy-opening packaging. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (22 July 2005)
Thermo Pots Give Shelf Impact For Yoghurt + Juice
User Application Article RPC Dairy Packaging and RPC Bebo Nederland have developed a container for Friesche Vlag's new product, Yoghurt + Juice.
News from RPC Containers (22 July 2005)
PP Pails' Easy Handling For Home Brew Market
User Application Article The convenient handling and appearance of pails from RPC Containers Oakham have proved an ideal complement to the relaunch of Young's Ubrew's market leading range.
News from RPC Containers (22 July 2005)
Glasgow Firm Signs Turnkey Handling Kit Contract
Materials handling specialist, Rynex, of Glasgow (Scotland) has concluded a strategic agreement with Moving, of Sweden, to provide turnkey systems for the UK.
News from Rynex (22 July 2005)
Tamper Evident Rings Avoid Vodka Counterfeiting
User Application Article International English Distillers' (IED) Vodka O2 is the world's first 80 per cent proof sparkling vodka.
News from Viscose Closures Ltd (22 July 2005)
Auto Liquid 100ml-1,400L Filling Machines At PPMA
Process weighing company Weightron Bilanciai is launching four new product ranges at this year's PPMA show at the UK's NEC in September.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (22 July 2005)
Work platform assists with policing at G8 Summit
User Application Article Lobo Systems supplied one of its versatile work platforms to help assist in the policing at the G8 Summit in Edinburgh, 2005.
News from Lobo Systems (22 July 2005)
College adds six more manual lathes
User Application Article Manual turning is the building block for lathe operators and six new manual machines will helps them to understand the turning process and acquire the basic skills.
News from TS Harrison and Sons (21 July 2005)
Manufacturer to reduce design cycle time by 80%
User Application Article Using 3D capabilities, a manufacturer of linear motion guide products expects to reduce design cycle time by 80% and enhancing product quality and innovation.
News from IBM (21 July 2005)
Tool and pattern making software aids styling
User Application Article CAD and CAM software helped fast-growing company making automotive styling kits to compliment its more established product design Tool and pattern-making operations. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (21 July 2005)
Latest complete packaging systems go on show
The incorporation of an Ishida DACS checkweigher in the QX775 Tray Sealer enables pack weights to be checked prior to sealing, thereby minimising packaging and product waste. Brochure Available
News from Ishida Europe (21 July 2005)
Stepper driver has integrated power supply
Digitally controlled stepper motor driver with an integrated 70V power supply saves companies the task of sourcing a suitable high voltage DC supply.
News from Astrosyn International Technology (21 July 2005)
Twin-column surface grinder offers high precision
Competitively priced, new twin column surface grinding machine that has been designed for high-precision work in manufacturingand will be launched at EMO 2005.
News from Matrix Machine Tool (Coventry) (21 July 2005)
Modular multiple axis units work up to 5-axis
Low vibration, low noise positioning base units that provide affordable automation for manufacturers are modular multiple axis units up to a maximum of 5 axes.
News from Micromech (21 July 2005)
Rodless cylinder guidance accepts heavier loads
Programme of rodless cylinders has been extended with the introduction of a new guidance component designed to withstand the heaviest loads. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (21 July 2005)
Electronic clipboard downloads to PC
An electronic clipboard lets the factory user handwrite notes and diagrams onto a standard A5 notepad, then store them digitally on a PC or laptop. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (21 July 2005)
Process visualisation presents all production data
Intelligent process visualisation software package presents all production data and can be configured for just about any industrial automation application. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (21 July 2005)
Loading bay equipment spacified for warehouses
Loading bay equipment from Easilift Loading Systems has been specified for two state-of-the-art, architect-designed warehouses in Trafford Park Industrial Estate, Manchester.
News from Easilift Loading Systems (21 July 2005)
Strapping unit reliability impresses
User Application Article The reliability of a second-hand strapping unit installed at corrugated packaging specialists Beacon Hi-Speed has led the company to purchase a new machine of the same make.
News from Mosca Direct (21 July 2005)
Applying labels in overhead locations made easier
Label applicator applies labels in overhead positions and ensures that labels are applied evenly, completely and securely.
News from Graphic Products (21 July 2005)
Mobile on demand printing provided for lift trucks
Forklift label printing system used in conjunction with a thermal mobile printer is ideal for use in distribution, shipping and receiving, and picking operations that currently use barcodes.
News from Paragon Data Systems (21 July 2005)
Prima claim to 'AutoNormal' usage upheld
Prima North America has announced that its Laserdyne Systems division will continue to promote a patented feature of its multi-axis laser systems under the trademark 'AutoNormal'.
News from Prima North America (21 July 2005)
CNC cylindrical grinders are set up quickly
Competitively-priced cylindrical grinding machine is easy to use, fast to set up, versatile, and change-over times are minimised by simple but sophisticated software.
News from Jones and Shipman Precision (21 July 2005)
Standard and bespoke ERP features suited user
User Application Article A specialist in precision machining and assembly chose an ERP system written in an open and straightforward manner so it could be adapted rather than having to take it as it was.
News from Exel Computer Systems (21 July 2005)
Contractural changes bring lift H and S problems
Technical Background Article In the last decade the shift towards supplying main contractors, as opposed to end-users, has presented lift manufacturers with many challenges, writes John Patey.
News from Britannia Lift (21 July 2005)
Lift durability underlined by 25 years' service
User Application Article A scissor type goods lift installed at Dutch Maid Co is still going strong after nearly 25 years of service.
News from Britannia Lift (21 July 2005)
Scissor lifts prove dependable reliability
User Application Article Brick company places a repeat order for two bespoke scissor lifts after original installations demonstrated nine years' reliability.
News from Britannia Lift (21 July 2005)
Bespoke lift designed, installed in nine weeks
User Application Article Britannia Lift has designed, built and installed a bespoke mast-type goods lift for Sortex , a world-leading producer of sorting machinery.
News from Britannia Lift (21 July 2005)
Global steel output to hit 1122 million tonnes
Global steel output In 2005 could reach 1122 million tonnes as crude steel production could expand by 6.8% this year - up by 76.5 million tonnes on the outturn in 2004.
News from MEPS (International) (21 July 2005)
Fanless industrial PC gets more power
Compact industrial PC with a fanless design offers more computing power and is therefore suitable for applications that need a rugged and PC-based controller.
News from Advantech (UK) (21 July 2005)
Five-axis machining support provided for ceramics
User Application Article 'Hothouse' initiative is to provide design and technology support and five-axis machining technology to a local UK ceramics industry.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (21 July 2005)
Retrofit CNCs convert analogue lathes
User Application Article Lathe manufacturer found a suitable retrofit to convert users' analogue-based lathes into modern, CNC-controlled machine tools without incurring excessive costs.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (21 July 2005)
Easy-to-program CNC brings work back in-house
User Application Article Having to subcontract its milling operations to other engineering companies had two detrimental effects, so an easy-to-program CNC brought the work back in-house.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (21 July 2005)
Novel approach made to parting and grooving
A revolutionary parting and grooving system has had an instant effect on the 'bottom line' for numerous customers by providing savings in tooling and raw material costs. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (21 July 2005)
Composite tooling system aided by software
User Application Article A composite tooling system produced with Delcam's Power Solution software is produced at a fraction of the cost of steel or aluminium tools and offers good design versatility. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (21 July 2005)
Commontime Mobilises B Braun Medical
User Application Article B Braun Medical, the worlds fourth largest medical products provider, required a Notes-based CRM application to be delivered to its remote sales force in the UK.
News from CommonTime (21 July 2005)
O'Reilly European Open Source Convention
Registration Opens for the First Annual O'Reilly European Open Source Convention
News from O'Reilly (21 July 2005)
Wrestling Word into Submission
O'Reilly Releases "Word Annoyances"
News from O'Reilly (21 July 2005)
Source Code Generator Makes Panel Design Easy
Mosaic has released a GUI Builder as part of its GUI Software Toolkit for Mosaic's embedded touchscreen-operated controllers.
News from Mosaic Industries (21 July 2005)
K3 collaborates with Microsoft
K3 collaborates with Microsoft to deliver worldwide multi-currency solution for Microsoft CRM
News from K3 Business Technology Group (21 July 2005)
Latest Navsea Compliant DDAM Version
User Application Article NEiNastran DDAM Equips US Navy with Tools to Characterize Effects of Underwater Explosion Phenomena.
News from Noran Engineering (21 July 2005)
Implementation of LIMS
Matrix LIMS comprises of an elegant suite of LIMS configuration tools designed to facilitate the smooth implementation of a LIMS to meet the current user requirements. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (21 July 2005)
High brightness LED thermal management
CPS Corporation offers AlSiC (Aluminum Silicon Carbide), a metal matrix composite ideally suited for thermal management solutions for high brightness LEDs.
News from CPS (21 July 2005)
CCS ultra violet LED ring lights.
The new range of UV ring lights from Firstsight's illumination partner CCS have a peak wavelength of 365nm and are ideal for any inspection where fluorescent targets needs to be illuminated. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (21 July 2005)
24-bit digital I/O USB modules offer more choices
Measurement Computing Corporation today announced the release of pin connector versions of two popular USB digitalI/O modules: USB-DIO24/37 and USB-DIO24H/37.
News from Measurement Computing (21 July 2005)
TOC sensor for total organic carbon measurement
Mettler Toledo Thornton has launched the 5000TOC sensor for total organic carbon measurement in pure and ultra pure water applications. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (21 July 2005)
Automation from modular multiple axis units
The new Flatcom base units from Micromech are modular multiple axis units up to a maximum of 5 axes.
News from Micromech (21 July 2005)
Automated potentiometric water analysis system
The MATi 1 has all it takes to perform 59 water determinations fully automatically and includes all necessary accessories and sensors. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (21 July 2005)
User requirement specification generator tool
NovAseptic UK has launched a unique User Requirement Specification generation tool for use with in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Industries.
News from Millipore (NovAseptic Products) (21 July 2005)
Temperature and humidity data logger
Pico Technology has announced the immediate availability of the HumidiProbe, a combined environmental probe, analogue-to-digital converter and data logger in a slim, lightweight case.
News from Pico Technology (21 July 2005)
Weighing system delivers recipe formulation
User Application Article Recipe Formulation Systems installed by the Stevens Weighing Group, are ensuring Domino's Pizzas exceeds its customer expectations in terms of product taste, consistency and delivery.
News from Stevens Group (21 July 2005)
Label applicator avoids the need for ladders
Graphic Products is launching an innovative label applicator that allows the user to apply overhead labels without a ladder.
News from Graphic Products (21 July 2005)
Identicom lone worker protection now in Ireland
Isle Systems is announcing a strategic partnership with Connexion2 to resell and provide implementation services around Connexion2's systems to both public and private sectors throughout Ireland.
News from Isle Systems (21 July 2005)
Testing the toughness of materials
Testing the toughness of materials will be the subject of a one day seminar organised by NAMTEC in conjunction with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL).
News from NAMTEC National Metals Technology Centre (21 July 2005)
High quality process pipework offered
Process pipework for pharmaceutical and bio-technology usage has now extended to other production where cleanliness, hygiene and quality assurance show positive commercial benefits.
News from Norward (20 July 2005)
Safety switches approved for ATEX applications
Flexibility is essential for all users of ATEX-approved safety switches, and the latest offer option of three possible cable entry positions to ensure that switch location is made extremely easy.
News from Euchner (UK) (20 July 2005)
UK Government export aid cuts will damage trade
Credit insurer Atradius has urged the UK Government not to make any more cuts to export aid, warning that further reductions in help could harm the country's flourishing overseas trade.
News from Atradius (20 July 2005)
Distribution board makes contractors safe
An enhanced range of electrical distribution boards promises greater safety, a vast number of combinations from a standard range and error proof connections.
News from Schneider Electric (20 July 2005)
Plasma systems producer sets up in USA
Diener Electronic, supplier of atmospheric and low pressure plasma systems, has established its North American headquarters - Diener Electronic North America - based in Reading, Pennsylvania.
News from Diener Electronic North America (20 July 2005)
Magnetic kit encoders offer high-speed, accuracy
Based around the AM256 chip, kit encoders operate at speeds to 60,000 rrev/min, temperatures to 125 deg C continuous, with accuracy to +/-0.3 deg, and 12 bit/4096 counts/rev resolution. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (20 July 2005)
UK Manufacturing Awards entries invited
Companies that make things are being invited to put the woes of the manufacturing sector behind them and compete for one of the UK's most coveted industry awards.
News from Manufacturer Live (20 July 2005)
Eight stencil printers purchased
Kostal Ireland has purchased eight MPM UP3000 UltraFlex stencil printers from Ireland-based Contax Production Automation and have been installed at Kostal's two plants.
News from Contax (20 July 2005)
Impact machine tests case-hardened steels
Pendulum impact tester offers the 'Brugger test', which is used by many manufacturers and users of case-hardened steels to test their toughness and hardenability. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (20 July 2005)
Linear scale has ultra-low thermal expansion
Linear encoders combine strength with higher speeds and operating temperature, ultra-low cyclic error, intelligent signal processing, and IN-TRAC optical reference mark. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (20 July 2005)
Laser encoder introduces picometer resolution
Fiberoptic laser encoder system sets a new standard for precision with a resolution capability of 40 picometers, sub-nanometer non-linearity, and part-per-billion laser-frequency stability. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (20 July 2005)
Differential interferometer offers precision
Differential interferometer brings the mounting convenience and precision of fiberoptic-launched laser encoder to semiconducter processing in vacuum or other controlled environments. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (20 July 2005)
Simulation guards against machine tool 'crashes'
Latest CAM release machine simulation feature helps decrease cycle time, while providing confidence that machining operations will not 'crash' on the shop floor. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (20 July 2005)
Nine injection moulders purchased
Since late 2004, MPC has purchased nine Milacron machines in various sizes and configurations, including Maxima two-platen, Roboshot all-electric and Magna-V vertical types.
News from Milacron (20 July 2005)
Motors designed in Europe, made in China
Precision linear motor specialist Anorad has expanded its operation by opening a manufacturing plant in China, produces high volumes at low cost without comprising design values.
News from Anorad UK (See Rockwell Automation Anorad) (20 July 2005)
Robot has absolute encoders as standard
Featuring absolute encoders as standard, the TH-350 robot provides better accuracy and repeatability than other SCARAs, of its size as well as offering quick cycle times. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (20 July 2005)
Ensure Far Eastern products conform at source
Company offers consumer product testing, inspections and auditing services and can provide UK importers with a fully-integrated global service to ensure product conformity.
News from Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services (20 July 2005)
Turnkey machine tool deal won in SE Asia
For an educational establishment in South East Asia, Gate Machinery International of Watford is mid-way through the commissioning of a GBP 1/2 million turnkey installation of 40 machine tools.
News from Gate Machinery International (20 July 2005)
Online vetting system combats CV fraudsters
An innovative online vetting system which combats CV fraud is detecting lies and inaccuracies on job applications.
News from Cranfield School of Management (20 July 2005)
Carpetright selects new integrated retail solution
User Application Article Carpetright, the UK's leading carpet and flooring specialist has commissioned a new retail systems from leading Microsoft Business Solutions Navision Partner K3 Landsteinar.
News from K3 Landsteinar (20 July 2005)
The Importance of Managing Product Information
Forrester Research and Liaison Technologies Discuss the Importance of Managing Product Information During IndustryWeek-hosted Online Event
News from Liaison Technologies, LLC (20 July 2005)
Objectif Lune Announces PlanetPress Suite 5
Major new release includes native XML support and other key features
News from Objectif Lune (20 July 2005)
VariCAD 2005 1.11 Available
VariCAD has released a new version of its compact 3D/2D mechanical CAD system.
News from Varicad (20 July 2005)
EndNote 9 fow Windows now available
Latest version of world's No.1 bibliographic software adds increased connectivity to worldwide data sources and expanded Unicode support Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (20 July 2005)
Configurable Helpdesk Management System
Autoscribe's Support Management System (SMS) is a powerful, completely configurable, easy-to-use and out of the box tool for the complete management of all Helpdesk support functions. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (20 July 2005)
Location-based development and conformance testing
Aeroflex has announced a comprehensive capability designed to address the rapidly emerging development and conformance test requirements of Assisted-GPS location-based services.
News from Aeroflex (20 July 2005)
Accelerated durability testing
Rajesh Ramesh has joined Dynatek Dalta as Research and Development Engineer after successfully completing his internship there.
News from Dynatek Dalta (20 July 2005)
DeviceNet-enabled shaft speed sensor
Electro-Sensors has introduced the SpeedTalker DN-BH, the latest addition to its SpeedTalker range of shaft speed sensors.
News from Electro-Sensors (20 July 2005)
Machine switch and control gear tested
LEM has introduced an adapter that allows its MT204 machine tester to carry out tests on machine switch and control gear in accordance with IEC/EN60439.
News from LEM UK (20 July 2005)
Thermal and visual high speed imaging workshop
Engineers are invited to an informal event at the Heritage Motor Centre to view and discuss a wide range of the latest technology in High speed imaging cameras across the visual and thermal wavebands.
News from L.O.T. - Oriel (20 July 2005)
Water determination of difficult samples
Based on the extremely successful Metrohm 774 Automated Oven Processor the new Metrohm 832 Thermoprep has been developed for single determinations. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (20 July 2005)
Infrared imaging, sensors and detectors nominated
Sensors Unlimited (SUI) has been nominated as part of a team for the 2005 Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) "Significant Technical Achievement" Award.
News from Sensors Unlimited (20 July 2005)
Instrumented pendulum impact tester for toughness
The instrumented pendulum impact tester RKP 450 from Zwick is designed for a maximum impact energy of 450 Joules, ideally suited for testing toughness and hardenability of case-hardened steel. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (20 July 2005)
Hot runner developed for IBM tooling
Having established itself as the 'best in class' hot runner system for single stage injection stretch blow moulding, the Genesis product has been extended to injection blow moulding (IBM).
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (19 July 2005)
Fully integrated supplier ensures best lift
Technical Background Article Britannia Lift's John Patey examines the advantages that fully integrated lift suppliers can bring to their customers in quality, cost and customer service at every stage of the supply process.
News from Britannia Lift (19 July 2005)
Company reorganises to improve services
i2 Technologies has announced a new organisational structure designed to maximise the company's delivery of the Next Generation of Supply Chain Management solutions.
News from i2 Technologies (19 July 2005)
Seventh largest CAM supplier identified
Planit Solutions has moved up to become the world's 7th largest provider of CAM software technology in 2004, according to the latest NC software market assessment by CIMdata. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam (19 July 2005)
Is your company ready for the RoHS deadline?
From 1st July 2006, all equipment within the scope of the RoHS Directive must comply with restrictions on the use of six hazardous substances, in particular lead.
News from TUV Product Service (19 July 2005)
Rapra Technology sets out environmental services
Rapra Technology, has appointedf Philip Charlesworth as the company's business development manager for environmental-based products, services and solutions.
News from Smithers Rapra (19 July 2005)
Pocket PC software simplies data collection
Pocket PC software allows users to collect and examine data in real-time, and with greater speed and accuracy from devices such as barcode scanners, sensor equipment and RFID instruments.
News from Applied PDA Software (19 July 2005)
How to reduce multi-spindle set-up times
Electronic positioning system allows multi-spindle machine operator to see at a glance which shafts are in correct position and to then select new rotational ratios for shaft travel, etc. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (19 July 2005)
Precise rotational viscometers are easy to use
Easy to use and precise rotational viscometers feature illuminated LCD readout for selected speed, selected spindle, viscosity reading and % of full scale. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (19 July 2005)
Sprayed oil passed for food and pharmaceutical use
Multi-purpose mineral oil aerosol can be used to lubricate bearings, gears, chains and sliding mechanisms in food and beverage processing applications.
News from Dow Corning (19 July 2005)
Install cable ties in less than a second
Extensive range of automatic cable tie installation systems install cable ties - in high volume applications such as harness houses for automotive and white goods use - in less than a second.
News from Panduit (19 July 2005)
TUV Rheinland group doubles earnings
The TUV Rheinland group experienced the most successful year in its history in 2004, with turnover increasing to EUR 728 million, and pre-tax earnings doubling to EUR 30.9 million.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (19 July 2005)
Exports uphold Italian machine tool output
The production of Italian machine tools, robots and automation manufacturing industry, after two years of fall, is growing again having risen by 2.5% to EUR 4,130 million compared to 2003.
News from UCIMU (19 July 2005)
Buy motion control products on-line
Easily accessible system allows customers to order all of Motion Control's most popular products in a secure online environment with the option of selecting all the configuration options.
News from Motion Control Products (19 July 2005)
Benchtop robots work with machine vision
Highly accurate and powerful robot systems used to automate bench top work such as automatic dispensing, soldering, product inspection, can now be equipped with machine vision cameras.
News from Digital Inspection Systems (19 July 2005)
Profibus Increases International Activities
'PROFIBUS in Process Automation' and 'PROFINET' are the focus topics of Profibus, with which its market-leading position will be expanded world-wide during 2005.
News from Profibus Group (19 July 2005)
Gas regulating stations are made of SS
Compact stainless steel gas regulating stations have been introduced for use with non-corrosive gases, to regulate gas supplies to gas flushing machines and gas mixers on packing machines.
News from Witt Gas Techniques (19 July 2005)
Modular car roof has high-gloss film, not paint
User Application Article To achieve exceptional aesthetics and durability, a film rather than paint, was selected to help avoid harmful volatile organic compound emissions, associated with conventional paint.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (19 July 2005)
Rotary transfer machine accuracies raised
Rotary transfer machine enables higher levels of accuracy to be met by combining production sequences into a 'single-hit' cycle for large batch, medium batches of families of components.
News from Mikron Machining Technology (19 July 2005)
On-going innovation displayed for encoders
High-performance linear and ultra-high-vacuum encoders, plus an ultra-stable Invar scale offer evolutionary improvements in speed, resolution and reliability. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (19 July 2005)
Boundary scan engineering service
Jaltek Systems boundary scan engineering service can begin with a design-for-test analysis aimed at raising a product's boundary scan compatibility at the early stages of the design process.
News from Jaltek Systems (19 July 2005)
New Intermec CN2 Mobile Computer
New Intermec CN2 Mobile Computer Puts Power in Your Shirt Pocket
News from Intermec Technologies (19 July 2005)
Findel Education Chooses Kewill
User Application Article Findel Education Chooses Kewill to Provide EDI Solution
News from Kewill Solutions Europe (19 July 2005)
Hatch Joins License Subscription Program
Leading Global Engineering Firm Gets Unlimited Access to Entire ELS Software Portfolio
News from Bentley Systems (19 July 2005)
Robert Aish Named Top Ten Innovator
Bentley's Dr Robert Aish Named Top Ten Innovator by UK's Building Design Newspaper - Best Known for Work on GenerativeComponents
News from Bentley Systems (19 July 2005)
Automated CAD Enhanced ERP Systems
Synthesis Company is proud to announce a new software product, Synthesis advanced parametric CAD for ERP Systems.
News from Synthesis Company (19 July 2005)
Cyco Customer to Present at MRO World 2005
Kurt Lauvring, Project Manager with Sund and Balt in Denmark, will be speaking about the integration of Cyco AutoManager Meridian with MRO Software Maximo at MRO World 2005.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (19 July 2005)
Low cost alternative to CPLDs and FPGAs
Embedded flash plus SRAM technology enables crossover programmable logic devices to expand beyond traditional CPLDs and FPGAs
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (19 July 2005)
AJ Wells Fires Up Business with Syspro
User Application Article Rapidly expanding stove, fire and vitreous enamelling manufacturer, AJ Wells and Sons has joined a growing number of companies to implement an integrated CRM/ERP system
News from K3 Business Technology Group (19 July 2005)
CAN for In-Vehicle Data Acquisition and Control
NI CompactRIO Adds Controller Area Network (CAN) Communication for In-Vehicle Data Acquisition and Control Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (19 July 2005)
Wonderware and ILS Technology collaborating
Wonderware and ILS Technology Working On Secure Remote Data Technology for Semiconductor Industry
News from SolutionsPT (19 July 2005)
Similarity Systems Acquires Evoke Software
Similarity Systems Acquires Evoke Software to extend Data Quality Solution and Market Presence
News from Similarity Systems (19 July 2005)
New consortium to address metrology issues
A consortium, newly organized to promote and rapidly progress current and emerging standards, and to address interoperability issues critical to dimensional metrology has been established.
News from DMIS (19 July 2005)
Presentation looks at effects of melittin
Just another quick reminder to our UK contacts that we are presenting at this years Biochemical Society flagship event next week.
News from Farfield Scientific (19 July 2005)
Innovation honoured by IMechE
Farfield is delighted to have received more prestigious recognition for the innovation behind its AnaLight product range at the highly influential Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2005 (MX2005).
News from Farfield Scientific (19 July 2005)
Compact PCI/PXI digital input/output module
KineticSystems has announced its new digital input/output module, the CP387 a single-width, 6U, CompactPCI/PXI module with up to 256 digital input/output channels.
News from Gage Applied Technologies (19 July 2005)
MEMS-based spectroscopy product family
Polychromix and Ocean Optics have announced a worldwide distribution agreement to market cost-effective spectroscopy solutions for general applications.
News from Ocean Optics (19 July 2005)
Highly sensitive modular spectrometer is flexible
Ocean Optics has introduced the QE65000, a highly-sensitive modular spectrometer that can achieve up to 90% quantum efficiency.
News from Ocean Optics (19 July 2005)
Microcontamination testing services
Particle Measuring Systems provides services and instrumentation for identifying the presence and quantifying the size and concentration of particles and molecular contamination in a variety of media.
News from Particle Measuring Systems (19 July 2005)
Regeneration is major olympic benefit
STATS, a specialist engineering, materials and environmental consultant, is experienced in construction quality assurance as well as the development of brownfield and marshland sites.
News from STATS (19 July 2005)
Portable power invertors produce 230 V AC
The Xantrex XPower range of portable invertors is now available in the UK from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments).
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (19 July 2005)
10 Gbit/s bit-error-rate tester for modular system
Yokogawa has introduced a 10 Gbit/s bit-error-rate tester to the range of modules available for the company's AQ2200 Series modular optical instrumentation system.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (19 July 2005)
Kinematic turret drive applied to CNC automatic
n a twin-turret, twin-opposed-spindle bar automatic, three tools can cut simultaneously and accurately thanks to a 'world-first' use of a kinematic drive to replace turret compound slide.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (18 July 2005)
CMM maintains high accuracy in large envelopes
User Application Article CMMs novel air bearing design offers high stiffness of around 140,000N/mm and is one of the reasons that high precision is obtained over a measuring volume of 6300mm x 1600mm x 2000mm.
News from LK (18 July 2005)
Diskless panel computer is faster, more secure
Providing stronger multimedia support and security, diskless panel computer has high power and low energy consumption, and achieves faster communications than current models.
News from Pro-face UK (18 July 2005)
Linear motor provides smooth, precise motion
Micro brushless linear motor, for applications where high precision and smooth motion is required, has an extremely long, virtually maintenance-free life.
News from Anorad UK (See Rockwell Automation Anorad) (18 July 2005)
Metrology grade encoder is very precise
Improved robust metrology grade encoder is designed for very precise positioning of rotary tables on machine tools, coordinate measuring machines and test equipment.
News from Gurley Precision Instruments (18 July 2005)
Advanced video measurement systems described
To help quickly identify which of the six video systems matches needs, a full-colour brochure starts off with a simple-to-use solution finder, then provides comprehensive model details. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (18 July 2005)
K3 acquires Information Engineering
K3 Business Technology Group has acquired Information Engineering - distributor of SYSPRO manufacturing, financial and distribution software - in a deal worth more than GBP 6 million.
News from Information Engineering (18 July 2005)
Intelligent vision adds process improvements
User Application Article Machine vision camera enables high-speed operation of accurate tray stacking, with no false calls and robustness against stray light - all in combination with a 99.9% correct inspection level.
News from Sick (UK) (18 July 2005)
Infor sets up European base in UK
Infor that exclusively focuses on the manufacturing and distribution markets, has acquired Intuita Holdings, UK, in its first step in providing its distribution software outside of North America.
News from Infor (18 July 2005)
Modular and robust ERP helps user grow
User Application Article ERP system comprises a comprehensive range of modular and integrated functions to support manufacturing and related processes - the choice of a rapidly growing printing machine builder.
News from Fourth Shift (18 July 2005)
Outsourcing deal boosts electronics manufacturer
COE Group has announced a major outsourcing deal, under which GSPK Electronics will produce a range of analogue and digital fibre transmission electronic sproducts.
News from GSPK Electronics (18 July 2005)
Six Inch touchscreen HMI is only US$285
First time buyers are offered various package deals on all 6in Touchscreen HMIs is part of the introduction of Maple Systems products to the European market.
News from Maple Systems - Euro Reps (18 July 2005)
Lighter generator gives welding or system power
Weighing 75 lb less that competing units, a generator provides 125A of welding current or will power lights, tools, heaters, pumps and appliances - anywhere, anytime.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (18 July 2005)
Lincoln Electric names J W Harris president
Lincoln Electric Holdings has appointed of David J Nangle as president of J W Harris Co, the Company's recently acquired manufacturer of brazing and soldering alloys.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (18 July 2005)
Robotic welding automation selection simplified
Fabricators seeking a pre-engineered or custom robotic welding cell will appreciate the clear, visual overview of systems and configurations in an Automation System Selection Guide.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (18 July 2005)
American Welding Society elects 79th president
The American Welding Society has elected Dr Damian Kotecki - technical director for The Lincoln Electric Company's consumable division - as its 79th president.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (18 July 2005)
Welding power source has 88% efficiency rating
With an 88% efficiency rating and a high 95% power factor rating, an inverter-based power source delivers dramatically lower energy consumption compared to conventional reactor-type units.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (18 July 2005)
I/O system makes fieldbus connections easier
Distributed I/O system is suitable for use in fieldbus systems such as DeviceNet and Profibus and simplifies and reduces costs of an entire electrical installation of machines and systems.
News from Norgren (18 July 2005)
Crimp tool speeds connector installation
Harting has introduced a ratchet crimp tool to speed the installation of the company's Han C, D and E industrial connectors, without having to use separate locators for each type.
News from Harting (18 July 2005)
Sliding head CNC autos mill/turn PTFE unmanned
User Application Article CNC sliding head automatics that have a large recess under the main spindle allow a sub-contractor to turn difficult-to-machine PTFE components under 'lights-out' conditions.
News from Tornos Technologies (18 July 2005)
PC system controls profile cutting systems
Advanced controller designed to control medium sized portal profile cutting machines provides a graphical user interface on a PC based system that is reliable and simple. Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems (18 July 2005)
Fastems appoints UK area sales manager
Fastems has appointed Stuart McCullagh area sales manager to provide support for customers in the Midlands, North of England and Scotland, freeing Robert Humphreys to further develop business.
News from Fastems Divisions, Helvar (18 July 2005)
CNC sliding head autos cut small part costs
Deploying up to 21 tools, the Citizen L20 VIII CNC sliding head automatic offers 40% saving in non-productive cutting or idle time when compared against the machine it replaces. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (18 July 2005)
Two advanced machining centres to go on show
Kitamura will show a VMC with a 30,000 rev/min spindle and Fanuc 16iMB CNC control with 500 block look ahead and a high accuracyt production HMC at EMO 2005. Brochure Available
News from Leader CNC (18 July 2005)
IDHammar for Gothenburg Opera House
User Application Article Gothenburg Opera House secures smooth performances with Idhammar
News from Idhammar Systems (18 July 2005)
Raindrop Geomagic helps shuttle return to flight
User Application Article Raindrop Geomagic software plays critical role in shuttle's return to flight
News from Geomagic (18 July 2005)
Sanderson acquire Progressive
1.75million GBP Acquisition first since AIM Flotation in December 2004
News from Sanderson (18 July 2005)
Partnership forged for footwear testing
User Application Article CTC Groupe has formed a global collaboration with U.S.-based BioMechanica, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in athletic footwear research and development.
News from CTC USA (18 July 2005)
Blazed holographic diffraction gratings
Edmund Optics is offering new blazed holographic gratings that ensure less stray light than conventional mechanically ruled gratings without any reduction in diffraction efficiency.
News from Edmund Optics (18 July 2005)
Measurement technologies for process industries
Emerson has announced that it has acquired Solartron Mobrey from The Roxboro Group PLC in the United Kingdom.
News from Emerson Process Management (18 July 2005)
Metric castors have heat resistant tyres
J W Winco, a leading supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it has added 'Blickle Hot' Metric Casters with heat resistant tyres to its comprehensive and diverse product line.
News from Winco (18 July 2005)
Touch screen control for titration process
Technical Background Article The Titrando titration system is said to be powerful, intelligent and flexible, yet simple to use. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (18 July 2005)
Barometric pressure sensors
Sensortechnics' new barometric pressure sensors BSDX-BARO offer OEM customers very cost-effective and precise air pressure measurement in the range of 800 -1100 mbar absolute. Brochure Available
News from Sensortechnics UK (18 July 2005)
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