News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 August
to Saturday 20 August 2005
Advanced event recorder tags events accurately
The traditional back-lit annunciator still provides the clearest method of alerting the operator and, when combined with a sequence of events recorder, allows accurate time tagging of events.
News from RTK Instruments (19 August 2005)
Beverages customers say focus on delivery, service
When a PET toolmaker asked its beverages customers what they wanted most, they replied: better front-end support for projects and a focus on schedule adherence for mould programmes.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (19 August 2005)
Sales and marketing VP appointed at Key Technology
John Boutsikaris, as senior vice president of Sales and Marketing, will lead worldwide sales and marketing activities for Key Technology's automated inspection, conveying and preparation systems.
News from Key Technology (19 August 2005)
Medical development, manufacturing service offered
Sub-contractor has set up a medical division to develop and manufacture low to medium volumes of medical components with high precision, repeatability and consistency.
News from Wines (19 August 2005)
Automotive parts gauging order valued at $2.5m
Kurt Electronics, a division of Kurt Manufacturing Company, has announced an order for 29 precision gauging systems - worth $2.5 million - for measuring automotive components. Brochure Available
News from Kurt Manufacturing (19 August 2005)
Weber announces new president/CEO
Dennis P McGrath, has been named president and CEO of Weber Marking Systems fter 16 years as Weber's vice president of marketing and sales.
News from Weber Marking Systems (19 August 2005)
Iraqi university orders universal hardness tester
As part of international efforts to improve education and research facilities in Iraq, Baghdad University have chosen Indentec's 8187.5 LKV Universal hardness tester.
News from Indentec Hardness Testing Machines (19 August 2005)
Catalogue covers workholding developments
Workholding catalogue includes magnetic chucks, hoist rings to inserts and an extensive range of cubes, double-siders and baseplate systems for horizontal and vertical machining centres. Brochure Available
News from WDS (19 August 2005)
XYZ Machine Tools qualifies as a 'Beacon' company
XYZ Machine Tools has qualified as a 'Beacon Company' business having demonstrate an outstanding business achievement across a range of key business benchmarks. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools (19 August 2005)
Small geared motors offered in many options
Small geared motor maker is offering a choice in options of motor type (AC or DC), power rating, torque, voltage, speed, type of fixing, shaft styles and dynamic brakes.
News from Parvalux Electric Motors (19 August 2005)
Many gearbox options offered with DC motors
A huge choice of gearbox options is offered with a compact, versatile and powerful range of permanent magnet DC motors that now include lower ratings from 7.5 to 80W.
News from Parvalux Electric Motors (19 August 2005)
Linear motion automates hoist assembly
User Application Article Heavy duty linear motion system and an aluminium profile system have automated manual handling in the assembly of the drives for rope and chain hoists reducing time by 75%. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (19 August 2005)
Engineering graduates support industry
South Yorkshire businesses have received a GBP 1 million boost in a scheme that harnesses the knowledge and expertise of engineering graduates to develop new products and processes.
News from Sheffield Hallam University (19 August 2005)
Software links robotic cells to trouble-shooting
A software package is designed to remotely connect a robotic production cell with the local customer support desk - thereby streamlining the diagnosis of robot problems.
News from ABB Automation Technologies (19 August 2005)
Generator plant orders sheet metal FMS
FG Wilson - a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar and one of the world's largest manufacturers of diesel generators, for the supply of a sheet metalworking FMS. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (19 August 2005)
Highly accurate load cells are low cost
Highly accurate range of competitively priced load cells, ideally suited for research, testing, batch weighing and OEM applications, will be shown at the UK's Instrumentation South event. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (19 August 2005)
UK's IMechE and ICE to conduct merger talks
Members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and Institution of Civil Engineers have voted to allow their respective Trustee Boards to press ahead with merger talks.
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (19 August 2005)
Guide points to best use of MIG welders
Lincoln Electric's new Power MIG Selection Guide - said to be the ideal MIG welding reference - describes the best environment for using a particular MIG machine.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (19 August 2005)
Robotic cell halves MIG arc welding time
User Application Article Pre-engineered robotic welding cells provide a cost effective system (starting at under $50,000) for SMEs, which will immediately benefit from the productivity increases offered.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (19 August 2005)
More torque offered in smaller gearboxes
In response to requests for higher torque capacities in smaller gearbox sizes, Tandler has been added three sizes with maximum torque of 300Nm, 640Nm and 1200Nm. Brochure Available
News from Tandler Precision (19 August 2005)
Tool and cutter grinder cuts lead-times
User Application Article Turbine parts maker can now get a tool from offline 3D simulator verification software, to a machine, confidently ground and checked to be within the tight 5 micron tolerance in 55 minutes.
News from Anca Pty (19 August 2005)
Macine tool maker keeps machines busy
User Application Article XYZ Machine Tools based in Burlescombe, Devon have teamed up with Mansfield based CapacityTrader.
News from CapacityTrader (19 August 2005)
BigMachines supplies Bowe Bell + Howell
User Application Article Mailing solutions vendor Bowe Bell + Howell Taps BigMachines Order Management Software
News from BigMachines (19 August 2005)
Handheld digital refractometer covers sugar range
Labcell has introduced the PAL-3 handheld digital refractometer that operates across the full range of 0 to 93% Brix (the industry-standard measurement unit for sugar content).
News from Labcell (19 August 2005)
Electrode offers for titration training
Mettler Toledo is running two electrode special offers which are available until 31 December 2005. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (19 August 2005)
Payne give Wrigley's a winning promotion
A groundbreaking interactive promotion from Wrigley's - the first of its kind in the world to incorporate a unique numbering system - has benefited from Payne's innovative lottery tape.
News from Payne Security (19 August 2005)
CFTS Thorough Examination scheme expands
"We have now reached critical mass," is how the administrators of the materials handling industry's own accredited scheme for Thorough Examination describe its progress after 18 months in operation.
News from Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) (19 August 2005)
Smith Flow Control has Chinese distributor
Process safety specialist Smith Flow Control has consolidated its position in China by appointing KXTEC, Shanghai, as its exclusive Chinese distributor. Brochure Available
News from Smith Flow Control (18 August 2005)
ERP/CRM software to shorten lead-times
User Application Article Specialist car builder expects ERP and CRM system to help shorten lead times via supply chain and is in no doubt the company will be able to sell more cars by freeing up capacity.
News from K3 Business Technology Group (18 August 2005)
Diecaster increases aluminium shot capacity
User Application Article Installation of a 640tonf (6000kN) cold chamber diecasting machine utilises advanced automatic die spraying and metal ladling systems and has robotic extraction and manipulation.
News from Frech (18 August 2005)
Sealant adheres instantly to variety of materials
Latest sealant technology combines the production benefits of instant adhesion with the performance benefits of silicone elastomers to increase productivity and reduce assembly costs.
News from Dow Corning (18 August 2005)
Servo motors achieve high torques
Servo motors achieve high torques and excellent dynamic performance derived from the use of higher motor power density made possible with 'Single Element Pole Technology'. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (18 August 2005)
Effective labelling found for shrink-wrap packs
User Application Article A flexible approach was a key factor in devising an effective labelling solution, using existing print engine, for shrink-wrapped packs of a bottled product delivered to a leading retailer.
News from Weber Marking Systems (18 August 2005)
Epoxy has outstanding physical strength
High performance epoxy compound combines easy processability with outstanding physical strength properties along with superior electrical insulation and chemical inertness up to 450 deg F. Brochure Available
News from Master Bond (18 August 2005)
OEE issues to be addressed at UK Aero-Engine Expo
For manufacturers of aerospace components, maximising machine tool uptime, increasing the rate of output, and minimising scrap and re-work, is critical to success. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (18 August 2005)
Icore names Interconnect Business Unit manager
Recently appointed Interconnect Business Unit manager Xavier Ducasse has proclaimed his admiration for Icore International's solution orientated business strategy.
News from Icore International (18 August 2005)
Burcas gains GBP 30,000 'LiftOff' grant
Burcas has been awarded a grant of GBP 30,000 from the UK's West Midlands 'LiftOff' programme specifically targeted at companies operating in the aerospace industry.
News from Burcas (18 August 2005)
Management buys electrical equipment company
Leeds based Winder Electrical and Newton Derby, specialists in the design and manufacture of power generation and electrical equipment, have announced a management buyout.
News from Winder Power (18 August 2005)
Seminars highlight advanced high strength steels
Series of seminars that show the application and manufacturing costs benefits of using advanced high strength steels in the automotive industry are to be staged across Europe.
News from SSAB Tunnplat (18 August 2005)
Business/ERP suits 'make-to-order'
Infor Global Solutions has supplied its Infor VISUAL software solution to leading make-to-order manufacturer Crown House Technologies, which is involved in construction equipment.
News from Infor (18 August 2005)
Deltau appoints UK systems integrator
Probably the best known supplier globally for motion control systems, Delta Tau has appointed Micromech Systems as a UK integrator of high level, multi-axis motion control products.
News from Micromech (18 August 2005)
Mould and die company strengthens its team
FSG Tool and Die has strengthened its injection mould tool team with the appointment of Chris Harrison who has thirty years experience in the mouldmaking and moulding industry.
News from FSG Tool and Die (18 August 2005)
Interface starter kits made for PLCs, controllers
Starter kit - including ASCII and Modbus protocols - for each of the HMI500 Series operator interfaces include a versatile configuration software, EZware-500, and a configuration cable.
News from Maple Systems - Euro Reps (18 August 2005)
Vibration sensors are intrinsically safe
Intrinsically safe vibration sensors that meet with the latest approval for ATEX Group I and II offer a wide choice of models to suit a variety of applications throughout industry.
News from Monitran (18 August 2005)
Control system gets online download function
An online download function has been added to a network-based control system, enabling it to achieve operability and maintainability equal to that of a distributed control system.
News from Yokogawa UK (18 August 2005)
Metalworking fluids filtered economically
Cost effective filtration system designed to handle both high flow levels and fine particle removal has been developed for a wide range of metalworking applications.
News from Hirschmann Engineering UK (18 August 2005)
Coiled cords comply with RoHS and WEEE
Coiled cords (cable) are ideal for many different industries, including industrial and medical equipment, and instrumentation and testing devices comply with RoHS and WEEE regulations.
News from Whitney Blake (18 August 2005)
RFID controller/antenna offers fast connectivity
Integrated RFID controller/antenna and high temperature passive tag device for long-range, industrial applications offer high speed TCP/IP connectivity and reduce installation time.
News from Escort Memory Systems (18 August 2005)
Quality approvals offered for medical products
TUV Rheinland is a notified body under the Medical Directive and can offer quality system approvals and testing and approvals for a wide range of medical products.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (18 August 2005)
High power diode laser can braze parts
A high-power 3,100W diode laser can be used in laser brazing, which bridges broader gaps than with welding, prevents damage of anti-corrosion layers, and maintains waterproofing. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (18 August 2005)
Precise rodless cylinders prevent foaming
User Application Article Manufacturer of filling machines is using the precision movement capabilities of rodless pneumatic cylinders for handing delicate liquids that can froth or foam in an instant. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (18 August 2005)
Tablet press measures, records parameters
A fully instrumented, single punch tablet press is fully Windows compatible and can be interfaced via an internal network card with almost any PC records all activities.
News from Isopak (18 August 2005)
ASIMCO, China, acquires NVH Concepts, USA
ASIMCO Technologies, China, has acquired NVH Concepts that manufactures bushings, engine mounts and body mounts for the global automotive industry.
News from Asimco Technologies (18 August 2005)
Salvagnini sets up new Japanese base
Italian integrated automatic sheet metal working machine builder, Salvagnini, has inaugurated its Japanese base at Izumi (Osaka) to provide a modern location for sales and service.
News from Salvagnini UK and Ireland (18 August 2005)
Handling robot tracks products accurately
Among robots on show at the intralogistics CeMAT showwill be one demonstrating highly accurate product tracking on conveyors and high-speed pick and place materials handling functions. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (18 August 2005)
Linear drives speed up sliding head automatic
Using linear motors to remove any likelihood of deflection and backlash from the power transmission system a very compact sliding head automatic offers super precision with high speed. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (18 August 2005)
Superabrasive wheels grind at high speed
Vitrified bond superabrasive wheels are particularly appropriate for PCD and PCBN grinding bearing, gear, ceramic and cermet grinding for high volumes at high speed.
News from Engis (UK) (18 August 2005)
Orders worth GBP 2m placed for balancers
After a pilot order, Universal Balancing has won more than GBP 2 million worth of business to supply custom-designed multi-plane balancers to vehicle propshaft producers world-wide. Brochure Available
News from Universal Balancing (18 August 2005)
Wireless network products win approval
CSI Wireless' newest Telematics products - the Asset-Link 410 and Asset-Link 150 - have received approval from four major cellular carriers for use on their networks.
News from Hemisphere GPS (18 August 2005)
Saperion increases sales with Webex
User Application Article Enterprise Content Management Provider Improves Sales Communications with WebEx Online Meetings
News from WebEx (18 August 2005)
PROjEN Wins 2005 BE Award
GlaxoSmithKline Glass Condenser Replacement Named Top Project in "Plant: New Technology Adoption" Category
News from Bentley Systems (18 August 2005)
VIA Launches VN800 Mobile IGP Chipset
New chipset designed for VIA C7-M and Intel Pentium-M processors delivers an exceptional Hi-Def visual and audio experience, DDR2 memory support and power saving technologies
News from VIA Technologies (18 August 2005)
User conference agenda unveiled
Wallingford Software unveils agenda for 2005 International User Conference
News from Wallingford Software (18 August 2005)
NSF awards Raindrop Geomagic Phase II grant
Surface modeling technologies that combine automation and quality show potential for redefining current product development processes
News from Geomagic (18 August 2005)
Low cost entry level LIMS with upgrade path
Matrix Express LIMS offers a low cost, 'COTS', out of the box, entry level solution that can be rapidly deployed in the smaller laboratory or single department within any industry. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (18 August 2005)
Publication covers plugs and wiring
BSI Business Information has published Electrical Plugs and Wiring and World Electricity Supplies 2005.
News from BSI British Standards (18 August 2005)
Camera combines high resolution and high speed
The TM-1325CL, a member of Jai Pulnix's line of Accupixel series, is a miniature high-resolution (1.4 Megapixels) monochrome progressive scan CCD machine vision camera.
News from JAI (18 August 2005)
Graphical programming data acquisition deal
Measurement Computing has announced that it will be reselling the popular DASYLab graphical programming data acquisition software application.
News from Measurement Computing (18 August 2005)
Advanced capabilities of thermal analysis
Mettler Toledo is holding an advanced technology and applications seminar focusing on instrument innovations, developments in measurement methods and real world applications. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (18 August 2005)
Symposium on measurement technology
World leading metrology supplier Renishaw is one of six leading organisations sponsoring the Seventh International Symposium on Measurement Technology and Intelligent Instruments (ISMTII2005). Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (18 August 2005)
Squeeze force quantified for filling sachets
Stable Micro Systems has announced the launch of its new Sachet/Tube Extrusion Rig, a device that quantifies the force required to extrude the contents of tube and sachet style packaging.
News from Stable Micro Systems (18 August 2005)
Hybrid refractive index (RI) detector gets award
Wyatt Technology's Optilab rEX has been selected by R and D Magazine as one of the top 100 innovative new products of the year.
News from Wyatt Technology (18 August 2005)
Portable bit-error-rate tester for 10 Gbit/s
The new AP9945 from Yokogawa is a compact, portable bit-error-rate tester dedicated to high-speed measurements in the 10 Gbit/s band.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (18 August 2005)
Rapid Packing For Harry Potter Books
To be on time for publication day one of Britain's leading booksellers needed to pack more than 350,000 Harry Potter (VI) books.
News from BSK Materials (18 August 2005)
In-Mould Labelling For Compact Spaces Demo's
Husky Injection Molding Systems will demonstrate a complete workcell producing containers decorated using in-mould labeling (IML) at Fakuma 2005 October 18-22 at Friedrichshafen.
News from Husky Injection Molding Systems (18 August 2005)
Stacking Boxes Save On Transport And Storage Costs
Correx MTM stacking boxes from Kaysersberg Plastics are helping users make significant savings in transport and storage costs.
News from Kaysersberg Plastics (18 August 2005)
500 Foot Per Minute Splicer At Labelexpo
American manufacturer of automated unwind and rewind technology, Martin Automatic, will be exhibiting equipment from its range at this September's Labelexpo Europe 2005, in Brussels (Belgium).
News from Labelexpo (18 August 2005)
Pallet Load Protection Shortlisted For Award
Having scooped an FLTA Award for Excellence, Palletcap and its freight-protecting invention have now reached the finals of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK) Awards.
News from Palletcap (18 August 2005)
PET Mould Customers Seek Better Support
Better front-end support and a focus on schedule adherence for mould programmes with competitive costs and high mould quality are the most important contributions PET mould suppliers can make.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (18 August 2005)
Automatic ring wrappers gain American orders
The Aetna Group have won a series of American orders for the Robopac Genesis ring wrapper believed to be the fastest fully automatic system in the world operating at up to 80 wrapped pallets/h.
News from Aetna UK (18 August 2005)
Windstopper N2S fabric receives worker approval
User Application Article Trials in Germany have demonstrated the effectiveness of Gore's Windstopper N2S Next-to-Skin fabric that keeps wearers drier and more comfortable in all weather conditions.
News from Gore and Associates (18 August 2005)
High performance injection moulding demonstrated
In addition to higher performance injection moulding machine, Sandretto will show a twin shot unit with a plug express feature to produce triple shot component mouldings at Interplas.
News from Sandretto UK (17 August 2005)
Automation systems exhibited for moulding
Among a full range of ancillary and automation equipment for moulding systems, the latest robot offers improvements, economies and better design in all areas.
News from Wittmann UK (17 August 2005)
Sensor checks water chlorine content
Described as a truly cost-effective sensor for free residual chlorine and total chlorine measurement, its technology does not require chemical additions or pH buffering. Brochure Available
News from Endress + Hauser (17 August 2005)
Formable hard-coated polycarbonate boosts FIM
To maximise the performance of the Film Insert Moulding (FIM) process, a HMI manufacturer is using formable hard-coated polycarbonate film technology. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (17 August 2005)
Testing surge protection devices to EN 61643-11
Surge protection devices must now be tested to the requirement of EN 61643-11, to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of the LDV, using harmonised standards.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (17 August 2005)
CNC sliding-head auto slashes production times
User Application Article Specialised fastener manufacturer's CNC sliding-head automatic lathe is slashing production times and providing the capability to quote same-day order turnaround if necessary.
News from Star Micronics GB (17 August 2005)
Measurement equipment goes on show in Italy
After launching a wide range of new products at EMO Hannover, Renishaw will be attending the new BIMEC exhibition being held in Milan, Italy, from 5th to 8th October 2005. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (17 August 2005)
Simple connect, detect devices diagnose Profibus
Simple 'connect and detect' connectors for diagnostics and troubleshooting on Profibus systems provide diagnostic information via four colour-coded LEDs after a self-test cycle.
News from Vipa (17 August 2005)
Earnings grow substantially for ATS
ATS Automation Tooling Systems has reported substantial earnings growth in the first quarter of fiscal 2006 on the strength good performance from Solar and Automation Systems Groups.
News from ATS Automation Tooling Systems (17 August 2005)
Control stepper drive functions through a PC
Offering an extensive range of software features, stepper motor controller enables the position, speed and acceleration of stepper driven axes to be controlled from a PC compatible computer.
News from Deva Electronic Controls (17 August 2005)
Temperature logger has USB communications
A simple to use, affordable and flexible temperature logger features USB communications and greater accuracy and can accommodate a wide range of K and T type thermocouple probes.
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (17 August 2005)
Mori Seiki gears up for growth
Mori Seiki is working hard to achieve 5% global market share, reduce its production costs to 60% and increase its manufacturing capacity to 800 machine tools per month. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (17 August 2005)
CNC punch press halves cycle times
User Application Article Installation of a CNC turret punch press and programming software has halved pressworking cycle times at the factory of a railway (railroad) equipment maker. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (17 August 2005)
Robots work in cleanrooms and hazardous areas
Versatile industrial robots, which include variants specially designed for working in cleanrooms and hazardous environments, include an explosion-proof variant. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (17 August 2005)
Eclipse supports dynamic routing in WMS
Eclipse Systems, leading WMS solution provider from India has introduced dynamic routing functionality in its Warehouse Management Product Suite DCMS.
News from Eclipse Systems (17 August 2005)
Laser trackers used in F-35 fuselage build
User Application Article Leica Laser Trackers used for inspection and measurement in tool-build and manufacturing of F-35 Joint Strike Fighter's Centre Fuselage
News from Leica Geosystems AG (17 August 2005)
Trillium in strategic agreement with Informatica
Partnership provides organisations with global customer data quality solutions for business-critical integration initiatives.
News from Trillium Software (17 August 2005)
Zendor Supports New Delivery Charter
Zendor, the distance selling expert, is sponsoring a new Delivery Charter which aims to improve the provision of delivery services for online shoppers.
News from Zendor (17 August 2005)
Getting Fulfilment Operations Ready For Christmas
Technical Background Article Getting Your Fulfilment Operations Ready For A Successful Online Christmas
News from Zendor (17 August 2005)
ESI Group launches PAM-VA One
ESI Group officially launched PAM-VA One at InterNoise 2005, the international trade fair for noise control engineering, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
News from ESI Group (17 August 2005)
Train controls maker selects development tool
User Application Article Artisan Studio has been selected by New York Air Brake, a leading supplier of train control systems for the railroad industry, as its standard software development tool.
News from Artisan Software Tools (17 August 2005)
Viscometer range manufacture sees award
Brookfield, manufacturer of viscometers for over 70 years, has been awarded a Gold Medal for its manufacturing standards.
News from Brookfield Viscometers (17 August 2005)
Medical device standards and regulations explained
The medical devices sector is highly regulated with standards, rules and legislation.
News from BSI British Standards (17 August 2005)
Secure communication serial to ethernet
Celsum Technologies has introduced the IOLAN SDS Secure Serial to Ethernet Device Servers, manufactured by Perle Systems. Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (17 August 2005)
Laser-induced breakdown spectrometer systems
The elemental composition of soil, biological tissue, ceramics, glass, gemstones, metals and even explosives can be analysed instantly using new spectrometer systems from Ocean Optics.
News from Ocean Optics (17 August 2005)
Versatile, reliable humidity measuring instruments
Testo has recently launched 2 new compact thermohygrometers that provide users with versatile, portable solutions for temperature and humidity monitoring. Brochure Available
News from Testo (17 August 2005)
Aetna's US Orders For World's Fastest Ring Wrapper
Aetna UK has announced that the Aetna Group has won a series of American orders for the Robopac Genesis ring wrapper.
News from Aetna UK (17 August 2005)
Maxcor is to acquire ThyssenKrupp MetalCutting
Under its active portfolio optimisation strategy, ThyssenKrupp Technologies has now found a best-owner solution for ThyssenKrupp MetalCutting.
News from Cincinnati Machine (17 August 2005)
Infrared camera has long wavelength
A thermal imaging camera system for long wavelength infrared imaging has been designed by VDS Vosskuhler based around their very successful CCD1300 camera series.
News from Alrad Instruments (16 August 2005)
Mattress fastening system speeds production
User Application Article Mattress fastening system, enables bedding manufacturers to minimise use of spray adhesives and hot-melt glue in mattress-making, speeding production and relieving production 'bottlenecks'.
News from Avery Dennison Fastener Division (16 August 2005)
Toolkit covers ECU measurement, calibration
ECU Measurement and Calibration Toolkit that extends National Instruments LabVIEW, NI LabWindows/CVI, and Microsoft C/C++ development environments to support measurement and calibration. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (16 August 2005)
Purex International opens up in America
Purex International, manufacturer of fume extraction systems for soldering, lasers, laboratories, welding and other applications, has established 'Purex Americas' for business last week.
News from Purex International (16 August 2005)
Thirteen machining systems to be shown
Thirteen, high-technology, high-productivity machining systems will be shown by Chiron-Werke - including five-axis versions - and integrated and automated manufacturing cells.
News from Engineering Technology Group, The (16 August 2005)
Turning centre has Y-axis on three turrets
Among eight super high-precision turning centres is a machine with Y-axis on three turrets, while pallet handling and bar-feeders will also be shown including a serv0-driven type.
News from Engineering Technology Group, The (16 August 2005)
Serial to Ethernet adapter provides connections
A serial to Ethernet adapter provides connection to Ethernet networks for RS-232 or RS-422/485 devices and enables almost any serial devices to interface through an Ethernet network.
News from Westermo Data Communications (16 August 2005)
Forming suite helps save materials costs
Associative and regenerative architecture in a metal forming suite marks a significant leap in formability and costing simulation technology and saves 10-15% on materials costs.
News from Forming Technologies (16 August 2005)
Precise pallet vice reduces set-up time
Custom made 6in pallet vice Insures +/-0.0005in (0.002mm) accuracy, maintains repeatable high precision clamping, reduces set-up time by 30 minutes and increases productivity. Brochure Available
News from Kurt Manufacturing (16 August 2005)
High pressure regulator gives working pressures
The self-operated, high-pressure regulator can be designed to be used in applications requiring high-pressure reducing regulators for various gases.
News from ControlAir (16 August 2005)
InduSoft is Microsoft Gold Certified Partner
InduSoft, a provider of HMI/SCADA for the Web and Windows CE, has announced it has earned Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status for Software Products for the second year in a row.
News from InduSoft (16 August 2005)
Auto switch has trimmer setting detection
Pick and place or quality control can benefit from better sensor detection - machine builders can now incorporate the most cost-effective trimmer auto switches into their machines.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (16 August 2005)
Angled view enhances PCB fault analysis
Modular platform now offers a practical method of inspecting components on PCBs by an angled view at 45 deg angle from four directions using an optics module.
News from Göpel electronic GmbH (16 August 2005)
Thermal imaging system detects steel slag
The software system in a thermal imaging system provides steel plant engineers with the tools to develop and improve the transfer of steel from one process to another. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (16 August 2005)
Free weld documentation software offered
Manufacturers of high quality automatic welding equipment, are offering customers free 'OrbiProt' weld data documentation software with any new welding systems purchased.
News from Orbimatic (16 August 2005)
Water jet cutting intensifier is most powerful
Most powerful intensifier for waterjet cutting is compact and light weight and provides metal-to-metal seal eliminating traditional seals thereby reducing consumable costs and downtime.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems (16 August 2005)
NZ manager becomes Australian 600 Group MD
Manager of the New Zealand branch, Cliff Purser, has now taken over from Klaus Mayr as managing director of 600 Group's company in Australia, 600 Machine Tools pty,
News from 600 Group (16 August 2005)
CO2 laser marking machine introduced
CO2 laser marking machine is particularly well suited to efficiently and quickly marking a range of materials such as wood, glass, rubber, plastics and leather and is ideal for PCBs. Brochure Available
News from Electrox (16 August 2005)
5-axis machining centre's robot adds on operations
If, after machining, a workpiece requires deburring, grinding or washing, or if the sixth side has to be machined, a robot allows 'second operations' to be carried out in a single set-up.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (16 August 2005)
TIG welders built for toughness
Two single phase 230V DC TIG welding machines are capable of withstanding the toughest of industrial and repair and maintenance environments. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (16 August 2005)
Injection moulder is electrically driven
The main injection moulding functions of 'mould opening and closing', 'injection' and 'dosing' have been designed with electric drives as standard, other functions are electric or hydraulic.
News from Arburg (16 August 2005)
Portable plasma-arc unit cuts steels, aluminium
Portable, heavy-duty Powercut plasma-arc unit is capable of cutting any thickness from thin sheet up to 32mm (for mild steel) also cuts stainless steels and aluminium. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (16 August 2005)
UK Launch of New 3D Design Software Solution
3DToGo Announces UK Launch of Revolutionary New 3D Design Software Solution - myVR Software-developed Technology Streams 3D Models in Real-time over the Internet
News from 3DToGo (16 August 2005)
3DCADTips.com tops 10,000 resources
Site expansion faster than planned - 4,200 resources added.
News from 3DCADTips (16 August 2005)
VOF Grontmij - De Weger Wins 2005 BE Award
Betuweroute Rail Track Project Named Top Project in "Civil: Rail Design"
News from Bentley Systems (16 August 2005)
PCI Half-Size Single Board Computer
Acrosser Introduces PCI Half-Size Single Board Computer, the AR-B1642
News from Acrosser Technology (16 August 2005)
Entry-level Storage Management Platform
Fastora NAS-104AW is an Entry-level Storage Management Platform with Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2003
News from Axiomtek (16 August 2005)
Draycir expands down under
Draycir is building further on its UK channel successes - and recent significant strategic marketing tie-up with Sage (Uk) - with the announcement of a formal distribution agreement in Australia.
News from Draycir (16 August 2005)
Full-wave electromagnetic-field simulator
SIwave v3 from Ansoft is a full-wave electromagnetic-field simulator optimized for signal- and power-integrity analysis of high-performance printed circuit boards and integrated circuit packages.
News from Ansoft Europe (16 August 2005)
Handheld thermal/visible imaging system
Cost effective thermal imaging and thermography is a principle target of Armstrong Optical of Northampton.
News from Armstrong Optical (16 August 2005)
Quality assurance of asthma inhalers with gauges
User Application Article Bespak uses Flexair Gauges from specialist company, Quality Gauging Systems to eliminate problems in the moulding process of its pressurised metered dose inhalers (pMDIs).
News from Quality Gauging Systems (16 August 2005)
IT Compliance workshops aired
The 2005 European Pharma IT Compliance Workshops are to be held at the Hilton London Olympia, London (UK) from 26th - 30th September 2005.
News from Regulatory Compliance Workshop Group (16 August 2005)
Datasheet for process industries follows LIMS
Thermo Electron has developed a new datasheet aimed at the chemical and petrochemical industries to provide an overview of the capabilities of its flagship LIMS, SampleManager.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (16 August 2005)
Optical test and measurement products in Scotland
Yokogawa is featuring a number of new optical test and measurement products at ECOC 2005.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (16 August 2005)
Traceability Regulations Spotlight At PPMA Show
New traceability regulations and increasing pressure from the major retail chains are driving the demand for machine vision technology on packaging lines, according to Cognex.
News from Cognex UK (16 August 2005)
Preform Systems For Hot Fill Applications
Husky Injection Molding Systems has now delivered more than 200 preform systems around the world for hot-fill applications.
News from Husky Injection Molding Systems (16 August 2005)
Husky Shows PET System At PETpoint Exhibition
Husky Injection Molding Systems will showcase its newest line of HyPET systems, demonstrate specialised preform production and display various beverage-related products at PETpoint 2005.
News from Husky Injection Molding Systems (16 August 2005)
Metal Detector Meets Multi-Product Demands
User Application Article Aimia Foods, formerly known as Nichols Foods, is one of several UK companies to employ Lock's MET 30+ 3f triple frequency metal detector.
News from Lock Inspection Systems (16 August 2005)
Maxatec Distributes Imaje Thermal Label Printers
Maxatec has formed a partnership to distribute Imaje's high-volume, Compact, Direct Thermal and the Nova thermal transfer label printers.
News from Maxatec (16 August 2005)
Pallet Load Protector Reduces Damage By 90%
User Application Article When the WD-40 company added the 1001 carpet care range to its portfolio, it turned to Palletcap to help counter rising levels of stock damage during storage and transit.
News from Palletcap (16 August 2005)
Rockware's UK First For
Rockware Glass has claimed that it has become the first UK supplier and only the second glass supplier worldwide to receive the Anheuser-Busch's certified status accreditation.
News from Rockware Glass (16 August 2005)
First aid kits help win Gold at Special Olympics
First aid kits donated by online sporting first aid retailer, Firstaid4sport, ensured that a number of Welsh Special Olympic athletes stayed fit and won medals at the 2005 Special Olympics.
News from Firstaid4sport.co.uk (16 August 2005)
Nominations sought now for FLTA Awards 2006
The Fork Lift Truck Association Annual Awards for Excellence 2006 ceremony will take place at the Birmingham Hilton Metropole on Saturday 11 February 2006.
News from Fork Lift Truck Association (16 August 2005)
Keep bus-based networks connected
Two connector systems provide security in demanding bus-based, high-speed Ethernet or other bus-based protocols for industrial control network applications.
News from ODU UK (15 August 2005)
Rapra and Icon form partnership
Rapra Technology, Europe's leading research and test centre for plastics and rubber, and Icon Polymer have formed a strategic partnership for serving the pharmaceutical industry.
News from Smithers Rapra (15 August 2005)
Wall chart, pocket guide help automation
ABB has launched a wall chart and pocket guide to help customers determine which activities are needed for a successful project and where these activities fit in their overall process.
News from ABB Automation Technologies (15 August 2005)
Haldex and ASIMCO sign compressor deal
ASIMCO Technologies has signed a License and Manufacturing Agreement with Haldex AB whereby ASIMCO will be the exclusive supplier to Haldex-designed twin cylinder compressor.
News from Asimco Technologies (15 August 2005)
Pallet stacker/dispenser costs one-third less
Pallet stacker/dispenser offers a significantly quicker cycle time, requires less head space by standing only 1.8m high - 0.9m less than the original - and costs one-third less.
News from Industrial Automation (15 August 2005)
Aluminium sand-cast to tight tolerances
Aluminium casting techniques can achieve tolerances of +0.4mm and wall thickness of 3mm at a foundry, which specialises in producing complex shapes.
News from Norse Precision Castings (15 August 2005)
Rodless cylinders' connections save space
Pneumatic rodless cylinders have flexible porting arrangements save space, by allowing up to seven different configurations of pneumatic connection.
News from Ultraline (15 August 2005)
Mould temperature controllers orders roll in
This year Wittmann UK has been notching up several double-digit orders for its Primus C mould temperature controllers for the plastics processing industries.
News from Wittmann UK (15 August 2005)
Torque sensors have very wide measuring range
Two new model s have been added to a range of piezoelectric reaction torque sensors, of which each sensor provides an extremely wide measuring range.
News from Kistler Instruments (15 August 2005)
Laser printer is claimed to be the fastest
Claimed to be the fastest on the market, a laser printer offers print speed and quality for high speed/high volume production lines in the food, beverage, extrusion and cabling industries.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (15 August 2005)
Quick locking M12 plug connectors save 90% time
It only takes half a turn to make electrical connections with an M12 plug connector system that uses the 'plug and turn principle with time taken to connect reduced by up to 90%. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (15 August 2005)
How to specify liquid flowmeters for machines
Free summary paper, entitled 'How to specify liquid flowmeters' surveys all the different styles of flowmeter, and discusses the ease of application, limitations and constraints. Brochure Available
News from Titan Enterprises (15 August 2005)
Assembly system specification tool prototyped
The European E-RACE project that is developing a computer based, customer oriented, assembly system specification tool has produced a working prototype.
News from TQC (15 August 2005)
Linear slide system moves heavy robots
Heavy duty slide system takes a heavy robot mounted onto a substantial carriage plate for movement to perform a series of tasks such as welding and assembly. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (15 August 2005)
FPGA-based controllers control motion
FPGA-based controllers for SERCOS III include all hardware functions, such as timing, synchronisation and processing of cyclic and non-cyclic data on the basis of two integrated Ethernet MACs.
News from Sercos North America (15 August 2005)
Coil feeders for presses unwind and straighten
Four models of roll feed systems and two models of combined unwinding, straightening and feeding units are currently available directlly from stock.
News from COE Press Equipment Corporation (15 August 2005)
Courses help solve rolling mill problems
International Rolling Technology Courses cover the major concepts and characteristics of flat rolling needed to stimulate delegates in solving problems.
News from Industrial Automation Services (15 August 2005)
E-Trade2China opens Copenhagen office
In a strategic move designed to take advantage of Denmark's attractive company formation and double taxation laws and its access to ports, E-Trade2China has opened a Copenhagen office.
News from ET2C International (15 August 2005)
Web page is devoted to reducing weld spatter
User Application Article A whole page of the Spatter Shield web site is dedicated to real life case studies of companies that have reduced spatter within their welding processes and saved costs.
News from Spatter Shield Australia (15 August 2005)
System 3R celebrates 25 years' innovation
Celebrating 25 years of innovation in tooling and automation, System 3R UK has appointed a new chief executive officer - Peter Lampitt - who succeeds founder David Gibbs.
News from System 3R (UK) (15 August 2005)
UK's 600 Centre appoints general manager
Following nine years in the key position of sales director, former Danobat manmaging director, Ray Grocock, has been promoted to director/general manager of 600 Centre.
News from 600 Centre (15 August 2005)
'Legacy' controls can interface with web
To enable 'legacy' control systems to take advantage of web technology, a device allows for remote web access and connectivity to any Modbus RTU field device.
News from Schneider Electric (15 August 2005)
Standard and special cutting tools are on-line
As well as manufacturing special tools to order, Chiltern Tooling makes bright and coated solid carbide cutting tools and provides a complete service.
News from Sano Tools/Chiltern Tooling (15 August 2005)
Auto-parts suppliers should look outside
Beleaguered UK automotive component suppliers have been urged to look outside the car market for customers or face going bust as the European and US motor industry struggles.
News from Atradius (15 August 2005)
IBC folds for return without entrapment
Intermediate bulk container, which easily folded for ease of storage and return, is constructied from smooth, food-grade standard plastics that prevents materials from becoming trapped.
News from Simons Reeve (15 August 2005)
NW UK manufacturers offered scholarships
The UK's north-west manufacturers are being offered educational scholarships to combat the skills shortage that is a major threat to success in the sector.
News from Manufacturing Institute (15 August 2005)
FLIR distributor celebrates first decade
In the ten years that ThermaScan has been in business, this specialist has seen thermal imaging develop from a technique used by a privileged few to one that now serves many. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (15 August 2005)
Semi-automatic labeller improves response
User Application Article Integrated into an existing production line, a labelling system is enabling bird feed supplier to respond to a increasing demand for short run, products, while improving productivity and pack quality.
News from PALS Precision Applicators (15 August 2005)
Engine test cell control interfaces with CAN
IC engine test cell control system now seamlessly interfaces with a many calibration tools, electronic modules, and data acquisition and control systems that employ CAN technology.
News from Sakor Technologies (15 August 2005)
Steered-beam laser gives fast, quality coding
Steered-beam laser coder, combined with the latest scanning technology, provides high-quality coding on the fastest production lines and on substances that are traditionally difficult to mark.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (15 August 2005)
Guide details profile screw driven actuator
Eight page brochure details HepcoMotion's PSD120 profile screw driven unit for single and multi-axis applications to give excellent all-round performance. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (15 August 2005)
Pathtrace boosts marketing and sales
Pathtrace has appointed David Boucher as marketing director after planning indicated the benefits of separate sales and marketing functions within the organisation.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (15 August 2005)
Olympic Games to boost UK SS components demand
Expecting the building of the UK Olypics stadium to provide an important boost to the UK engineering sector, Acro Precision forsees an increase in demand for SS products.
News from Acro Precision Technology (15 August 2005)
Metal detector has superior sensitivity
Ferrous-in-foil metal detector has been designed to provide superior sensitivity and stability when inspecting all products in aluminium based packaging.
News from Constant Instruments (15 August 2005)
Cord sets provided for M8 and M12 connectors
Unshielded moulded cord sets for the M8 and M12 connectors provide flexible control linkages in harsh industrial environments in areas such as machine tools and assembly plants.
News from Harting (15 August 2005)
Software automates supply chain CAD/PLM
Software automates, controls and manages CAD and related product data translation, communication and collaboration within engineering supply chains.
News from Autoweb (Datranet) (15 August 2005)
Friction welding builder boosts sales team
Thompson, the friction welding solutions specialists, have further strengthened their sales team with a new appointment thanks to a flourishing order book.
News from Thompson Friction Welding (15 August 2005)
Film producer reduces administration costs
User Application Article World producer of speciality biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) and cellulose films, has successfully persued a 'lean' programme reducing documentation distance seven-fold.
News from PICME (15 August 2005)
Machining centre investment beats competition
User Application Article To remain competitive a UK engineering company employs high technology machine tools and its most recently acquired machining centre has realised a productivity gain of almost 25%. Brochure Available
News from Leader CNC (15 August 2005)
CAD/CAM replacement saved profiling time
User Application Article Existing software was unable to program lasers, its replacement offered flexibility - drawings and designs could be imported, drawn and nested in the one system - saving time for each job.
News from SigmaTEK Europe (15 August 2005)
CAM brings intelligent solids based machining
CAM software allows designers and engineers to maximise efficiency and productivity through seamless CAD/CAM integration between the two products.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (15 August 2005)
Award winner invests in CNC profiling
User Application Article One of the largest further education colleges in the UK, which won Its third Centre of Vocational Excellence plaque, has invested in a CNC plasma-arc/fuel-gas profiling machine. Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems (15 August 2005)
Simulation increases performance up to 30 times
User Application Article Compared to the casting simulation single processor workstations used, an aluminium casting company expects a speed increase up to 30 times according to project and physics to be modeled.
News from Magma (15 August 2005)
Pallet vise ensures accuracy, reduced set-up time
Custom pallet vise design provides over 2in of additional spindle clearance for machining deep pockets and other recessed features difficult to reach with standard pallet vise setups. Brochure Available
News from Kurt Manufacturing (15 August 2005)
Seriously Internet drops activation fee
With Free activation and monthly charges from 14.99 GBP, is broadband for the masses finally here?
News from Seriously Internet (15 August 2005)
Free Machine Vision Seminars at the PPMA Show
New traceability regulations and increasing pressure from the major retail chains are driving the demand for machine vision technology on packaging lines.
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (15 August 2005)
Penn National Insurance Selects Dialogue
User Application Article Penn National Insurance Selects Exstream Software's Dialogue To Reduce Costs and Speed Time to Market with Critical Business Documents
News from Exstream Software (15 August 2005)
Spectrophotometer tests water for drinking
Hach Lange has launched the DR2800, a (340-900nm) spectrophotometer designed to meet the needs of those responsible for testing wastewater, drinking water and process water.
News from Hach Lange (15 August 2005)
Fluorescent light source for Olympus microscopes
Olympus Life and Material Science Europa has announced the EXFO X-Cite 120 fluorescent light source for its microscopes. Brochure Available
News from Olympus Life Science Europa (15 August 2005)
638nm laser diodes offer 40mW in 5.6mm package
Photonic Products has announced a range of lead-free, visible wavelength laser diodes, rated to 50 degrees Centigrade, offering very high output powers in a tiny 5.6mm package. Brochure Available
News from Photonic Products (15 August 2005)
Laboratory power supply is constant at up to 60V
TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) has enhanced its best-selling CPX400 laboratory DC power supply with a new model with an extended voltage range.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (15 August 2005)
Temperature indicator has high accuracy
High accuracy temperature indicator has inputs for Pt25, Pt100 and all the popular thermocouple types and has the ability to select a variety of linearisation standards including user coefficients. Brochure Available
News from Cropico (15 August 2005)
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