News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 7 August
to Saturday 13 August 2005
Static control system has wide range
Static control system set to revolutionise plastics and rubber handling provides outstanding extended range performance even when installed up to 250mm from webs.
News from Advanced Dynamics (12 August 2005)
Robotic gantry system has high accuracy
Developed specifically to meet the needs of high dynamic applications the latest 2-axis gantry system combines high accuracy with rapid component acceleration and positioning.
News from Gudel UK (12 August 2005)
ERP system helps to promote company growth
User Application Article Agricultural fastenings manaufacturer discloses that major plans are underway to improve business practices with tighter control using a highly versatile ERP system.
News from Exel Computer Systems (12 August 2005)
Balancing round cheeses saves waste
User Application Article Innovative static balancing machine that claims to cut cheese production waste by over a half works by determining the position of the barycenter of each circular cheese.
News from Schenck (12 August 2005)
Quick and quiet actuators challenge ballscrews
High-powered linear actuator produces 1860N peak force, more than double the force of the existing models and behaves more like a quiet ballscrew actuator, but ten times as fast.
News from Copley Motion Systems (12 August 2005)
Collaboration optimises membrane switch production
Challenges for membrane switch production revolve around slimmer construction, superior tactile feel, daylight visible backlighting and lower production costs.
News from Danielson (UK) (12 August 2005)
Sensors come in popular housing size
Sensors available in standard DC or AC/DC Universal Voltage formats and feature the industry's favorite 30mm housing style for the easiest, most flexible mounting options.
News from Banner Engineering (12 August 2005)
Improving the finish of structural foamed parts
Moulding machine producer is currently working with other industry experts to improve the surface finish of structural foamed parts to give the required 'look' at a competitive cost.
News from Wilmington Machinery (12 August 2005)
Kopex appoints Scottish area sales manager
Jim Walls has been appointed as the area sales manager for Scotland by Kopex International, the market leader in the design and manufacture of specialist electrical conduit.
News from Kopex International (12 August 2005)
Handbook covers many compressed air topics
A 214 page guide covers the fundamentals of compressed air from its origins to its latest technologies as well as air treatment, size of installation, disposal of condensate and the control. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (12 August 2005)
Improved lenses improve tool inspection accuracy
'Third generation' of cutting tool inspection machines feature a third camera and improved lenses and faster programming while autofocus measurement accuracy is up to three times better.
News from Walter GB (12 August 2005)
Versatile robot serves injection moulders
Backward-bending, steam-washable robot is available in four versions, and its high payload makes it the strongest robot on the market in its class for injection moulders up to 2500kN. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (12 August 2005)
Cylinders give simultaneous positioning, clamping
Designed primarily for use in welding and sheet metal applications, a range of spatter resistant double acting cylinders enable simultaneous positioning and clamping.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (12 August 2005)
Mechatronics systems reduce machine tool costs
Innovative mechatronic modules and system assemblies are reducing costs for machine tools across the whole life cycle, from the initial concept right through to the retrofit.
News from Bosch Rexroth (12 August 2005)
High reliability robots support plastics moulding
User Application Article Robot technology on its injection moulding machines has enabled MK Electric to deliver a consistently high quality product and simplified manufacturing processes. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc Robotics (UK) (12 August 2005)
Stainless steel building components go olympic
Precision engineering company, Acro Precision Technology, expects the building of the new Olympic stadium to provide an important boost to the UK engineering sector.
News from Acro Precision Technology (12 August 2005)
Business benefits take wing at Aer Rianta
User Application Article Aer Rianta has boosted its duty free business using a Microsoft Navision-based solutions using K3 Landsteinar.
News from K3 Landsteinar (12 August 2005)
The right solution for every mobile network
Access solutions by Pandatel AG allow the easy link-up of 3G networks to existing infrastructures and guarantee efficient data transmission
News from Pandatel AG (12 August 2005)
DLx Warehouse improves efficiency
User Application Article UniDrug Distribution Group improves efficiency, accuracy and control with DLx Warehouse from RedPrairie. Brochure Available
News from RedPrairie (12 August 2005)
Standby Power Reduced to Under 120uA
Lattice Reduces Standby Current for LatticeXP FPGA Family by a Factor of 1000
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (12 August 2005)
Second Quarter Revenue of US$285.0 Million for UGS
UGS extends strong lead in high-growth Collaborative Product Development Management (cPDM) segment with 73.9 per cent revenue increase year-over-year including acquisitions
News from Siemens PLM Software (12 August 2005)
UGS Extends PLM Agreement with General Motors
User Application Article GM to make use of Open Manufacturing Backbone (OMB), UGS' globally-scalable digital manufacturing technology platform, to enhance collaboration at the plant floor level
News from Siemens PLM Software (12 August 2005)
Platform for electromagnetic simulation software
Ansoft has released a Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 version of HFSS v10, the industry-leading electromagnetic (EM) field simulation software for RF/microwave and high-speed digital design.
News from Ansoft Europe (12 August 2005)
Instrument calibration and management system
Autoscribe's Instrument Calibration and Management System (ICMS) enables companies to readily and cost effectively meet their regulatory compliance requirements eg FDA, ISO 9000 and ISO 17025. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (12 August 2005)
The state of the calibration industry?
HITEK's Managing Partner, Martin Kulin outlines his views on the current state and future directions of the Calibration industry.
News from Hitek (12 August 2005)
Laboratory equipment from premium manufacturers
Premium international laboratory equipment brands have selected specialist new supplier Labtex to supply their products in the UK.
News from Labtex (12 August 2005)
Threaded probes for cable-harness testing
The new P940/G Series from Peak Test Services is a family of threaded probes specifically designed to meet customer requirements in the automotive and cable-harness test environments.
News from Peak Test Services (12 August 2005)
Filter and media validation editorial role
Dr Graham Rideal has been appointed to the editorial advisory board of the US-based publication Filtration News. Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific (12 August 2005)
Maxatec Distributes Taiwanese Barcode Printers
Maxatec has signed a distribution agreement with TSC, the printer division of Taiwan Semiconductor.
News from Maxatec (12 August 2005)
Labelling Oval Tubs Breakthrough
User Application Article A change in decoration for light butter brand Bridelight has enabled RPC Tedeco-Gizeh Troyes to achieve a breakthrough in the labelling of oval tubs.
News from RPC Containers (12 August 2005)
ROPP Cap's Customised Pourer Regulates Flow
Harrington's Original Benenden Sauce is a sweet garlic salad dressing that is hand made in Kent (UK) using only natural ingredients.
News from Viscose Closures Ltd (12 August 2005)
Certified Configurator Status for Salesforce.com
Lean Front-End, produced by BigMachines, has achieved the official Sforce certified designation.
News from BigMachines (11 August 2005)
Ready to mobilise with mNotes
CommonTime Enables Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Devices with Lotus Notes
News from CommonTime (11 August 2005)
New head of Pandatel North America sales
Pandatel has appointed Joe Dempster as General Manager, North America Sales.
News from Pandatel AG (11 August 2005)
LabVIEW Advanced Signal Processing Toolkit
New LabVIEW Toolkit Simplifies Time-Series Analysis, Time-Frequency Analysis and Wavelet Applications Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (11 August 2005)
Parametric studies distributed
Ansoft has announced its new Distributed Analysis option for use with HFSS v10, Q3D Extractor v7 and Maxwell 3D v11.
News from Ansoft Europe (11 August 2005)
Water sorption analyser endorsed
CI Electronics has received endorsement for its Cisorp Water Sorption Analyser from an internationally respected food scientist.
News from CI Electronics (11 August 2005)
Microprocessor development and debugging tools
The latest edition of the Embedded Newsletter from Computer Solutions features several new microprocessor development and debugging tools.
News from Computer Solutions (11 August 2005)
Resistance boxes provide 0.05% accuracy
The new high-performance Cropico RBB decade resistance boxes provide 0.05% accuracy over a wide range of 0.001U to 11MU and are offered in 4, 5 and 6 decade versions. Brochure Available
News from Cropico (11 August 2005)
Carousel system for tensile testing applications
Instron has introduced its new Multi Hot Station (MHS) Tensile Carousel System to easily and accurately test specimen temperatures.
News from Instron (11 August 2005)
Modular software for materials testing
Instron has introduced Bluehill 2 software, the next generation of its fully integrated, modular software package.
News from Instron (11 August 2005)
Colour camera gives high colour fidelity
The TMC-73M is a super-miniature CCD machine vision camera with TV resolution (768 x 494 NTSC, 752 x 582 PAL) and outstanding color fidelity for the most demanding color applications.
News from JAI (11 August 2005)
Mott porous metal and groundwater contamination
Lincoln Environmental Research (LER) in New Zealand have developed an innovative monitoring system incorporating Mott's porous metal stainless steel plates.
News from Mott (11 August 2005)
PLC and drive combine to speed pipe coiling
User Application Article A servo PLC combining drive and PLC functionality with programming to IEC61131-3 has automated high speed extruded pipe coiling machines. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (10 August 2005)
Geared motor distributor appointed
Lenze has signed up the first member of its new network of UK geared motor distributors, Transdrive Engineering Services, which offers on-site technical support and cabinet building. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (10 August 2005)
Machine vision software has more functionality
Latest machine vision software gives users requiring a software audit trail, such as specified within FDA 21 CFR Part 11, the ability to fully document their machine vision programs.
News from Data Translation (10 August 2005)
Analogue Interfacing is only 6 mm wide!
Family of isolating amplifiers, signal duplicators, passive isolators, repeater power supplies and temperature transducers and each offer many functions from a device 6.2mm wide. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (10 August 2005)
Rotary position sensor withstands shock
Rotary position sensor which uses proven, non-contact Hall effect technology to provide reliable and accurate rotary measurement in manufacturing where shock and vibration can occur. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (10 August 2005)
Dispensing system allows variable rates
Variable-ratio meter system for automated, robotic or manual dispensing applications allows variable dispense rates and easy adjustment of material ratios without costly alterations.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (10 August 2005)
Versatile system tensile tests rubber O-rings
A versatile system for tensile testing of rubber O-rings, featuring a special motorised ring grip in conjunction with a universal materials testing machine.
News from Lloyd Instruments (10 August 2005)
X-ray equipment maker joins the UKIVA
Producer of a modular range of X-ray components, cameras and solutions which can be readily incorporated into industrial systems, 3DX-Ray has joined the UK Industrial Vision Association.
News from UK Industrial Vision Association (10 August 2005)
InduSoft gains 2005 Entrepreneurial Company Award
Frost and Sullivan has chosen InduSoft to receive the 2005 Frost and Sullivan Entrepreneurial Company Award for its rapid success in marketing a browser-enabled automation software package.
News from InduSoft (10 August 2005)
Separators offer total finger control
Increased escapement cylinder range make possible even more precise control of precise work piece separation from either conveyor or feeder belts systems.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (10 August 2005)
High vacuum SS valves resist corrosive gases
A range of stainless steel high vacuum valves is designed to withstand the corrosive gases used or produced during manufacture of semiconductor wafers.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (10 August 2005)
Workplace planning software minimises walking
Workplace Planner integrates the AutoCAD layout drawings of the workplace and assembly line, with the manufacturing process definition from Proplanner (or MS Excel).
News from Saker Solutions (10 August 2005)
Moldflow distributor appointed in UK
Moldflow Corporation has established a distribution agreement with Imass, a UK provider of integrated IT solutions for the utility sector, including the automotive industries.
News from Moldflow Vertriebs (10 August 2005)
PCI-Bus motion controller manages up to 12 axes
A 120MHz DSP-based PCI-Bus motion controller runs multitasking Mint or embedded C and accommodates open/closed loop control, high speed interpolation and master encoder synchronisation. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (10 August 2005)
Streamlining order-based joinery operations
AlphaCIM Lite software is an entry-level version of Licom's powerful AlphaCIM integrated business management system designed for the joinery industry. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam (10 August 2005)
Easily accessible escape release improves safety
Escape release facility for Allen-Bradley Guardmaster's TLS-GD2 safety interlock switch offers improved safety provision for machine operators when attending to machinery. Brochure Available
News from Rockwell Automation Anorad (10 August 2005)
Drill service company has added reamers
Drill Service (Horley) has added the Diatool Reaming range to its cutting tool portfolio, strengthening Drill Service's position as the UK's premier reamer supplier.
News from Drill Service (Horley) Ltd (10 August 2005)
HMC + lathe equals integrated mill/turn centre
Three years of research and development have gone into a new range of integrated mill turn centres, which are a combination of the power of HMCs and a successful series of lathes. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (10 August 2005)
Yb: YAG disc laser design has high efficiency
A new design of 3kW diode-pumped Yb: YAG disc laser is characterised by high total efficiency and excellent beam quality and surpasses its predecessor in terms of maintenance. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (10 August 2005)
Mill/turn investment halves toolholder lead times
Users of high-speed machining may be interested to learn that Coventry Toolholders is halving the lead-time from order to delivery for its flange- and taper-contact HSK toolholders.
News from CTL Centreline (10 August 2005)
Bluhalo announces senior level appointments
Team bolstered by new creative director and marketing manager
News from Bluhalo Ltd (10 August 2005)
Home Office puts ease of use first with Morello
User Application Article Mediasurface has been selected by the Home Office to provide its innovative CMS software and services as part of a major redevelopment of Home Office websites.
News from Mediasurface (10 August 2005)
New chairman for engineering integrity society
Dr Peter Blackmore has been appointed Chairman of the Engineering Integrity Society following the retirement of Professor John Draper from the post.
News from Engineering Integrity Society (10 August 2005)
Esko-Graphics to attend Packaging Innovations Show
Esko-Graphics is to attend the first Packaging Innovations Show at the NEC Birmingham from the 27th - 29th September.
News from EskoArtwork (10 August 2005)
PowerNURBS Advanced Creative Design Toolset
Advanced Modeling Core Brings Long-Awaited Surfacing And Solids Tools To Autodesk 3ds max Customers.
News from nPower Software (10 August 2005)
Try Before You Buy Data Management Pilot Program
Synergis Adept Pilot Program Minimizes Risk of Implementation and Fast Tracks Decision Making
News from Synergis Software (10 August 2005)
Modbus-IDA Adds Two New Directors to Board
At its June 2005 Annual Meeting, Modbus-IDA expanded its Board of Directors and elected two new members, bringing the total number of Directors to eight.
News from Modbus-IDA (10 August 2005)
Redenvelope selects Topio for data protection
User Application Article Topio has announced that RedEnvelope has selected Topio's Data Protection Suite to help it protect critical customer data.
News from Topio (10 August 2005)
Health and sfety laboratory gets chief executive
The new Chief Executive of the Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL) will be Eddie Morland BSc, MSc, MInstP, CPhys, MCIM.
News from Health and Safety Laboratory (10 August 2005)
Software partner for laboratory automation
The control and database software tiamo, offers numerous new functions for automated titration systems. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (10 August 2005)
Quality of effulent water analysed
User Application Article Determination of cadmium in effluent waters using the Metrohm 797 VA Computrace with UV Sample Digestion. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (10 August 2005)
RF fiber optic links program
User Application Article Phasebridge has been awarded a contract for the development and manufacture of integrated fiber-optic transmitters and receivers for the AN/ALR-95 system on the P-3C Maritime Patrol Aircraft.
News from Phasebridge (10 August 2005)
Golf Day Raises GBP11,500 For Charity
The Kenyon Group charity golf day raised a much needed GBP 11,500 for Dr Kershaw's Hospice in Manchester (UK).
News from Kenyon Performance Adhesives Division (10 August 2005)
Tray With Fork Compartment For Microwave Meals
User Application Article RPC Bebo Plastik has designed a microwaveable tray featuring a convenient fork compartment to meet the increasing popularity of complete meal and snack packs for 'on the go' eating.
News from RPC Containers (10 August 2005)
Esko-Graphics to attend Packaging Innovations Show
Esko-Graphics is to attend the first Packaging Innovations Show at the NEC Birmingham from the 27th - 29th September.
News from EskoArtwork (10 August 2005)
New torque sensors extend range
Kistler has extended the range of its piezoelectric reaction torque sensors with the addition of two new models.
News from Kistler Instruments (10 August 2005)
Plasma Arc Protection Gloves win coveted award
R and D Magazine has named Perfect Fit Glove and Carbtex Corporation as winners of a prestigious 2005 R and D 100 Award for the new line of Carbtex Electric Plasma Arc Protection Gloves.
News from Perfect Fit Glove Co (10 August 2005)
Headsets to combine protection and communication
The Hearing Safety Group of Bacou-Dalloz has partnered with LightSpeed Aviation of Portland, OR, USA, to develop a new generation of industrial communication hearing protection headsets.
News from Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group (10 August 2005)
ZZ Garments to present at A+A in Dusseldorf
ZZ Garments will present itself and its products at A+A 2005 in Dusseldorf from 23 to 27 October 2005 in Hall 7a, Stand E06.
News from ZZ Garments (10 August 2005)
Tactile tiles avoid costly excavations
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching a range of tactile flooring.
News from E-Components and Chains (10 August 2005)
Add on modular work handling automation
Flexible, modular hwork handling systems have been developed to maximise production by transporting machine pallets to and from machine tool(s) efficiently and automatically.
News from Fastems Divisions, Helvar ( 9 August 2005)
Speed reducers offer 500% overload capacity
As well as withstanding intermittent shock loads of 500% of the rated capacity, speed reducers have increased torque capacity, by as much as 12% compared to previous models.
News from Sumitomo Drive Technologies ( 9 August 2005)
AS-interface slave connects light curtains
Believed to be the first IP67 AS-interface slave for connecting standard light curtains, scanners and controllers it uses solid state safety outputs in safety applications. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation ( 9 August 2005)
Machining contracts intake rises 30%
Contracts for producing high value components for the oil and gas, aerospace, medical, telecoms and motorsport sectors have risen by 30% in the first six months for Kenard Engineering.
News from Kenard Engineering Company ( 9 August 2005)
Assembleon Asia Pacific appoints general manager
Goh Kee Tuan joins Assembleon Asia Pacific as vice president and general manager from Philips RF Solutions, where he was general manager responsible for Asia Pacific operations.
News from Assembléon ( 9 August 2005)
Thermo-forming packaging machine is versatile
A highly versatile mid range thermo-forming machine suitable for medium volume production, which can handle flexible or rigid base film up to a 700 micron.
News from Ulma Packaging ( 9 August 2005)
Electric screwdrivers suit many production needs
Low-voltage electric screwdrivers are of straight, trigger start design with reverse control, auto shut-off and torque adjustment, and torque locks are available for some units.
News from Kaisertech ( 9 August 2005)
Zinc coating mass control system ordered
Achieva Coating Control utilises a proven physics-based coating mass model to generate accurate references and control of knife to strip distances and stripping gas pressure.
News from Industrial Automation Services ( 9 August 2005)
Control switches meet latest RoHS directive
Industrial control switches, which meet the latest RoHS directive restricting the use of hazardous substances in electronic equipment, are free of potentially toxic cadmium based pigments. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 9 August 2005)
More standard resolution images saved in PC
The ever-increasing capabilities of PC technology and frame grabbers have made large amounts of storage readily available allowing well over one million standard resolution images to be saved. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 9 August 2005)
Solenoid valves offer lower power consumption
Improved solenoid valves offer lower power consumption and noise, longer life expectancy, improved corrosion resistance, easier maintenance and additional mounting options.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) ( 9 August 2005)
Air and water valves save machine space
Latest range of air and water compatible fittings are now available in 14 different models with a further 21 different connection type options and save machine space.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) ( 9 August 2005)
Help offered over ASME/PED confusion
There is still considerable confusion about the similarities and differences between The European Pressure Equipment Directive and The American ASME Codes.
News from TUV Rheinland UK ( 9 August 2005)
Bureau Veritas strengthens UK Hardlines team
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services has appointed Chris Davey, General Hardlines manager, and John Trinci, Toys and Nursery Products manager.
News from Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services ( 9 August 2005)
Long life flap discs offer high cut rate.
Flap discs have increased durability and a longer lifespan, because as the disc wears down, new abrasive grain is continuously exposed, so providing a high cut rate and long life.
News from Weiler Corporation ( 9 August 2005)
CNC lathe satisfies student teaching needs
User Application Article At the heart of Bristol University's newly-refurbished Faculty of Engineering workshop is a two-axis lathe chosen for its capability to satisfy the teaching needs of hundreds of students.
News from Colchester-Harrison ( 9 August 2005)
Actuator piston position monitor is contactless
Contactless displacement measuring system for use with Hoerbiger-Origa electric and pneumatic linear actuators monitors the position of the piston within the barrel of the actuator. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa ( 9 August 2005)
Sliding head autos improve cutters productivity
User Application Article In response to increasing competition, a pipe cutter manufacturer has invested in CNC sliding head automatics and latest tooling technology to help increase productivity. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK ( 9 August 2005)
Record Attendance at CMSC 2005
Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC) 2005 Finds Record Attendance and Hospitality in Austin, Texas
News from CMSC (Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference) ( 9 August 2005)
Microsoft ISV Competency for Documation
UK document management vendor gains Microsoft ISV Competency
News from Documation ( 9 August 2005)
New Backup software from Genie-soft
Genie-Soft releases Genie Backup Manager Server Edition V6.0
News from Genie-soft ( 9 August 2005)
5-Year Warranty Program from Leica
Leica Geosystems Launches 5-Year Warranty Program For All New Leica Laser Tracker Deliveries
News from Leica Geosystems AG ( 9 August 2005)
New learning resources at Open Mind
Open Mind is gearing up for the autumn by enlarging the range and volume of learning resources available to its 600 or so regular customers.
News from Open Mind (Learning/HR) ( 9 August 2005)
3rd Annual Packaging Seminar 200
Esko-Graphics 3rd Annual Packaging Seminar 2005 on 14th September at The Heritage Motor Museum in Gaydon
News from EskoArtwork ( 9 August 2005)
Pipe inspection equipment joins armoury
Ashtead Technology Rentals have recently expanded their fleet of pipeline crawlers to include the highly popular Rovver 600.
News from Ashtead Technology Rentals ( 9 August 2005)
Wireless Casino ready for stress testing
QArea is the leading developer and tester of applications for PDAs and smart phones also being the originator of the pioneering BugHuntress Test Suite for automated PDA applications testing.
News from Bug Huntress QA Group ( 9 August 2005)
Precision ronchi ruling glass slides
Edmund Optics Precision Ronchi Ruling Glass Slides are excellent for evaluating resolution, field distortion, and parfocal stability, especially of microscopes.
News from Edmund Optics ( 9 August 2005)
QA analysis on electro plating baths
The Metrohm model 797 can be used by operators without specialist knowledge of electrochemistry. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 9 August 2005)
Difficult resolutions resolved
User Application Article Craft Technologies has been experimenting with sub-ambient temperature separations, in particular, using the Polaratherm from Selerity Technologies (Salt Lake City, Utah).
News from Selerity Technologies ( 9 August 2005)
Ultrasonics sensors have narrow beam spread
The ultrasonic sensors range offers a very narrow beam spread with an operating range of 250mm and a maximum range of 350mm.
News from Balluff UK ( 8 August 2005)
Ultrasonic sensor has switched outputs
Ultrasonic sensor with sturdy metal housing and antivalent switched outputs are compatible with the industrial standard of opto sensors.
News from Balluff UK ( 8 August 2005)
Small ultrasonic sensors have analogue output
With dimension of only 20 x 32 x 12mm: small ultrasonic sensors are contained in a cubical housing - now with analogue output.
News from Balluff UK ( 8 August 2005)
Pneumatic spindles are for use in CNC machines
Compressed air spindles with compliance are already in use operating at 30 - 35, 000 rev/min to deburr workpieces in CNC machines.
News from Strohm Mannesmann Demag ( 8 August 2005)
Advanced steel to be used for fuel tanks
User Application Article Corus, one of the world's leading steel producers, has announced that it has won a contract to supply Proton with advanced Neotec steel. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) ( 8 August 2005)
ATS opens Spanish office
ATS Control Products' growing international customer base, in the automotive industry, has lately expanded into opening an office in Spain.
News from ATS Control Products ( 8 August 2005)
Free electrical system audits offerred
Schneider Electric will present its offers for material recycling facilities (MRF) and energy from waste (EFW) sites on stand 772 at RWM 2005 at the NEC, Birmingham on 13 - 15 September 2005.
News from Schneider Electric ( 8 August 2005)
Epoxy unbalance correction smooths rotors
Epoxy unbalance correction system automatically adds epoxy resin to balance small and miniature armatures, fans and any other small rotor that cannot be corrected by removing material.
News from Schenck ( 8 August 2005)
CD informs on opto-electronic sensors
CD release from Leuze Mayser provides an insight into the company's range of opto-electronic sensors that can add that vital precision control to a host of handling applications. Brochure Available
News from Leuze Mayser ( 8 August 2005)
3D visualisation software has high resolution
A high-end visualisation software for 3D modelling, simulation and presentation generates high resolution, dynamic images for analysis and presentation. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 8 August 2005)
Latest position feedback encoders to be shown
Range of innovative position feedback encoders include high-performance linear and ultra-high-vacuum encoders, an ultra-stable Invar scale and high resolution laser interferometer encoders. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 August 2005)
Springs resist many operations cycles
Innovation in cinema seat return to vertical springs illustrate spring-making expertise available from a UK manufacturer.
News from William Hughes ( 8 August 2005)
Work comes back to UK - but press ignores trend
MMMA chairman says not enough prominence is given by the UK media to stories about manufacturing work being 'repatriated' back to the UK.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association ( 8 August 2005)
Static control system has alarm feature
In applications such as thermoforming, where the process uses a hazardous carrier, the a feedback system provides a remote alarm function to warn of increasing static charge levels. Brochure Available
News from Meech International ( 8 August 2005)
Surface mount fasteners suit SMT machines
Surface mount fasteners minimise damage to PCBs, as they are placed during the population of the PCB, not after.
News from PEM Europe ( 8 August 2005)
ZETES to distribute RFID products in Europe
ZETES is the first company to gain accreditation from Intermec to sell and support its market-leading RFID products on a pan-European basis.
News from Zetes ( 8 August 2005)
Detect broken tools in machine tool operation
Technical Background Article The swift and reliable detection of broken tools on machining centres is essential - broken tool can lead to scrapped parts, expensive re-working and costly time wasting. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 August 2005)
Sensor systems aid machine tool productivity
To aid CNC machine tool productivity, products include an ultra-compact high accuracy probe, tool recognition system and on-machine verification software for inspection on machine tools. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 August 2005)
Touch-trigger probe technology advances
Technical Background Article Since the invention of the touch trigger probe by Sir David McMurtry in 1972, probing has become a vital component of automated production processes on machine tools. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 August 2005)
Trich solvent cleaner complies with regulations
User Application Article An environmentally compliant and operator safe solvent cleaning system, which uses trichloroethylene, removes oil, grease and particulate from steel components.
News from Layton Technologies ( 8 August 2005)
Plastics research resources offered
Leading UK resource and coordinator for polymer-based research, will use Interplas 05 to promote the research and development providing much needed tools, information and resources.
News from Faraday Plastics ( 8 August 2005)
Major upgrade made to paperless recorders
Yokogawa has introduced a number of major enhancements to its DXP family of paperless recorders, which are designed to meet the electronic record and signature requirements of 21CFR Part 11.
News from Yokogawa UK ( 8 August 2005)
Turning tool system has modular adaptors
Multi-function cutting tools now accept modular adaptors with a strong and precise pocket location system for grooving, turning, parting off and face machining applications.
News from TaeguTec UK ( 8 August 2005)
Servo barfeed has under 3 min set-up time
Barfeed uses a fully electric servo driven magazine to provide fast and easy handling, which is demonstrated with its remarkable set-up times of less than three minutes. Brochure Available
News from Leader CNC ( 8 August 2005)
Five-inch angle grinder speed range extended
A variable speed grinder with a wider speed range than similar grinders grinds and cuts stone when on full speed, and has lower speeds for stone finishing and polishing.
News from Metabo ( 8 August 2005)
Plastic pallets offer versatile handling
Plastic pallets come in many shapes and sizes, are clean, can be colored, are recyclable and have infinite choices in shape, texture, controlled strength and cost.
News from Wilmington Machinery ( 8 August 2005)
CAD/CAM simplifies and speeds programming
High capability CAD/CAM system offers enhanced support for 'one-hit' machining operations, as well as faster and more intuitive CNC programming. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam ( 8 August 2005)
Ceramic inserts cuts cast irons faster
Zirconia strengthened aluminium oxide ceramic cutting insert high speed roughs, finishes and interruptedly cuts cast iron at speeds up to 1000m/min.
News from NTK Cutting Tools ( 8 August 2005)
Centre validates NDT accuracy, consistency
TWI and the Swansea Institute have established The NDT Validation Centre to assess the accuracy and consistency of the non-destructive testing methods used in manufacturing.
News from TWI (The Welding Institute) ( 8 August 2005)
DMG (UK) names Tim Hately managing director
A man whose career in the machine tool industry spans 33 years, Tim Hately, has joined the UK arm of the German DMG machine tool group as its new managing director.
News from DMG (UK) ( 8 August 2005)
Compact, fanless panel computer is heavy-duty
A fanless compact-size panel computer, which is designed particularly for heavy-duty environments, has passed all shock and vibration tests (at 1.3G under operating mode with hard drive disk).
News from Axiomtek ( 8 August 2005)
Ideal Computer Recycling Solution
New partnership provides ideal solution for recycling of office and computer equipment
News from Digital Links International ( 8 August 2005)
Turnkey panel PC with special retail features
Trident has expanded its product offering to include a full-colour, networkable retail-floor solution with a new tablet PC
News from Trident Microsystems ( 8 August 2005)
1Q Financial Results Expected from Ansoft
Ansoft Announces First Quarter Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast
News from Ansoft Europe ( 8 August 2005)
Enhanced capabilities for NX applications
64-bit enabled HP workstations, offer enhanced capabilities for a variety of NX applications while continuing to support existing 32-bit software solutions.
News from Siemens PLM Software ( 8 August 2005)
Handset manufacturing and RFIC design verification
Aeroflex has unveiled two new PXI modules and a new software suite that expands range of use, speed of operation, accuracy and flexibility of its PXI test systems.
News from Aeroflex ( 8 August 2005)
EDA software with expanded dynamic-link technology
Ansoft has announced HFSS v10, a new release of the high-frequency/high-speed electromagnetic design product that introduces new capabilities for design-flow efficiency.
News from Ansoft Europe ( 8 August 2005)
High resolution ultrasonic spectroscopy
Ultrasonic Scientific , specialists in High Resolution Ultrasonic Spectroscopy (HR-US), announces that it will be exhibiting its HR-US range of spectrometers at Biotechnica 2005 on stand D15.
News from Ultrasonic Scientific ( 8 August 2005)
Rice Label Code Clamps Down On Bogus Basmati
Members of the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has signed up to a new code of practice, to reassure consumers that rice labelled and sold as 'Basmati' is genuine.
News from British Retail Consortium ( 8 August 2005)
Crown Opens North African 635m Capacity Can Plant
Crown Bevcan Europe and Middle East, has completed construction of its new 15,000 square meter beverage can facility in North Africa.
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. ( 8 August 2005)
Volumetric Liquid And Cream Filler At PPMA Show
The highlight of the Excel Packaging Machinery stand (10111, hall 10) at PPMA 2005 will be from its Italian partner Omas Technosistemi, manufacturers of filling and capping machinery.
News from Excel Packaging Machinery Limited ( 8 August 2005)
Bottle Allows Soft Drink To Appeal To Youth Market
User Application Article Rexam Glass Dongen has produced the first sleeved bottle for Orangina to promote the launch of its two new brand extensions - Orangina Fire and Orangina Ice.
News from Rexam Glass ( 8 August 2005)
Clear PP Pot For Relaunched Greek Dips
User Application Article The versatility of RPC Containers Blackburn's Thor pot has been instrumental in its selection by Orexis Fresh Foods for the packaging of a relaunched range of Greek dips.
News from RPC Containers ( 8 August 2005)
Economy Label Applicators For First Time Users
A new series of economy label applicators has been launched by SATO UK.
News from SATO (UK) ( 8 August 2005)
Manufacturing software identifies problems
User Application Article Aerospace subcontractor consolidates the complementary activities of eight manufacturing companies with the help of Jobshop manufacturing software. Brochure Available
News from Jobshop ( 8 August 2005)
Survey shows ignorance of thorough examination
Technical Background Article Almost half of fork lift users interviewed in a recent Fork Lift Truck Association awareness survey did not know what a 'thorough examination' is.
News from Fork Lift Truck Association ( 8 August 2005)
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