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Sunday 2 October
to Saturday 8 October 2005

Solid carbide cutters tap holes in steels

Among a wide selection of drills, taps, milling cutters and toolholders, Guhring introduced aolid carbide taps for threading steel and a PCD insert face-mill for non-ferrous alloys.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

PCD inserts feature high speed face-mill

For the economical high speed machining of non-ferrous metals such as aluminium, aluminium-alloys and copper, a range of face-mills holds three to 20 PCD inserts.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Solid carbide taps cut threads in steels

Following the development of a very tough carbide grade and new tooling geometries, solid carbide taps can be fed at high torque into steel components and offer long tool life.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Accurate holes drilled in new cast irons

Drills with radius point geometry and through-coolant have a balance of face contour and flute profile to provide extreme rigidity, dimensional accuracy and process reliability.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Solid carbide radius milling tools cut precisely:

Milling cutters are designed with seamless corner and full radius offer especially high form and contour accuracy of the workpiece, minimal wear and excellent tool life.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Two-fluted gun drill offered as standard item

Standard range of two-fluted gun drills with brazed solid carbide head are especially suitable for the machining of cast iron, aluminium as well as non-ferrous metals.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

'Entry level' tool vend optimises administration

An 'entry level' tooling management and tooling 'vending' system supports process planning, stock control, logistics, tool application, tool maintenance and process optimisation.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Standard modular insert tooling drills large holes

Economical interchangeable insert drilling system now allows the production of large and deep holes up to 100mm diameter and 12 x D drilling depth.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Solid carbide milling cutters range extended

Extended range of solid carbide thread milling cutters includes new types, additional thread lengths and thread types as well as a compass for tool selection.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Tool holders and shrink fit systems introduced

An existing range of tool holders, clamping systems and accessories introduced at EMO include MQL clamping sets based on the four-point clamping technology.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Unit grinds small single-fluted gun drills

Universal grinding facility enables the regrinding or modifying of single-fluted gun drills in the diameter range from 1.0 to 6.0mm and a maximum length of 350mm.

News from Guhring oHG ( 7 October 2005)

Reference system speeds tool setting

Fast retooling with fixed references on the machine table are provided by a machine-independent reference system, which increases productivity and a highly flexible production system.

News from System 3R (UK) ( 7 October 2005)

Vibration-damped pallets betters surface finish

Vibration-damped palletisation Improves the quality of the surface finish which reduces the amount of polishing time - in customer tests surface finish was improved by a factor of 5.

News from System 3R (UK) ( 7 October 2005)

Pallet robot suits a variety of machine tools

A compact unit for pallet changing - on the machine table and at the machine spindle - can be used in 'one-off' as well as series production in a variety of machine tools.

News from System 3R (UK) ( 7 October 2005)

Full-width CBN centreless grinding saves time

Centerless cylindrical grinding machines uses CBN wheels offering simultaneous abrasion along the entire grinding wheel width, which ensures considerably reduced machining times.

News from Junker Maschinenfabrik, Erwin ( 7 October 2005)

Modules simplify CNC grinding machine choice

Modular CNC cylindrical grinding machine series covers almost every application and offers a multitude of processing options, which makes machine selection simpler.

News from Junker Maschinenfabrik, Erwin ( 7 October 2005)

Large crankshafts rough- and finish-ground

Demonstrations of a modular grinding machine system showed complete CBN processing of large crankshafts with simultaneous processing of main and/or pin bearings.

News from Junker Maschinenfabrik, Erwin ( 7 October 2005)

Leading grinding technology exported globally

German CNC cylindrical grinding machine building group, Junker, exports 10% of the machines to the USA, 40% to Asia and another 40% to EU member countries.

News from Junker Maschinenfabrik, Erwin ( 7 October 2005)

CNC bevel gear cutter has small footprint

CNC bevel gear cutting machine has a design that permits the shortest possible structural overhang of both cutter and work for maximum stiffness and thermal stability.

News from Gleason Corporation ( 7 October 2005)

Grinding and hobbing done in one machine

Universal CNC gear grinding machine uses high speed, direct drive spindles for different grinding methods such as profile or generating using a worm-type wheel.

News from Gleason Corporation ( 7 October 2005)

Hardened gears finish ground at high speed

High-speed finish grinding of hardened gears is performed in a CNC threaded wheel grinding machine using dressable, vitrified-bonded grinding worms as tools.

News from Gleason Corporation ( 7 October 2005)

Gear shaper reduces changeover times

For gear-shaping, 'Electronic helical guide technology' eliminates time consuming procurement and changeover of mechanical guides from the production of helical gears.

News from Gleason Corporation ( 7 October 2005)

Gear tester also checks tooling

CNC gear tester with 3D probe head provides high accuracy and flexibility for measuring bevel gears and cylindrical gears as well as gear cutting tools.

News from Gleason Corporation ( 7 October 2005)

Gear cutting tools and workholding offered

Gleason offers a broad array of cutting tools for soft and hard machining of bevel and cylindrical gears from Rockford/USA, Plymouth/UK, Munich/Germany and Bangalore/India.

News from Gleason Corporation ( 7 October 2005)

Machinery cover maker invests EUR 2 million

By investing EUR 2 million, the Italian P E I Group plans to increase production of telescopic covers for machine tools by 40% in the next three years.

News from P E I Group ( 7 October 2005)

Telescopic covers cope with high speeds

Transmission system for telescopic steel covers satisfies the market's demands for high speed performance and acceleration for the latest machine tools.

News from P E I Group ( 7 October 2005)

UKAEA opts for flexible e-procurement software

Premier Farnell subsidiaries Farnell in One and BuckHickman InOne have won supply framework agreements with UKAEA thanks to e-Procurement solutions using SAP.

News from Buck & Hickman ( 7 October 2005)

Vibratory bowls process various part sizes

 User Application Article  For a vehicle components manufacturer, a customised rotary bowl finisher was devised to process various part sizes and shapes in a 'continuous batch' operation.

News from Rosler Oberflaechentechnik ( 7 October 2005)

Gear-driven heads serviced in hours

Multi-spindle drilling and tapping heads, angle heads and speeders produced by CTL Centreline can be repaired in most cases within one working day at the Coventry factory.

News from CTL Centreline ( 7 October 2005)

MIG/MAG welder uses include critical work

MIG/MAG welding package includes a step-controlled power source that has 40 voltage steps provide accurate setting for even the most critical applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Murex Welding Products ( 7 October 2005)

Ultrasonics clean ceremonial sword blades

Two ultrasonics systems are together providing a cleaning process capable of transforming metal blackened by heat treatment into shiny sword blades with mirror finish.  Brochure Available 

News from Guyson International ( 7 October 2005)

Module provides PLC function for inverters

High functionality, due to the programming software available, quick configuration and low cost feature a powerful and freely programmable module for inverter systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Lenze ( 7 October 2005)

Geared AC motors offer long life

Geared motors, which cover powers from 6 to 90W, are now established in the worldwide market and have established a reputation for quality, value and long life.  Brochure Available 

News from Lenze ( 7 October 2005)

Innovation pays off for Tornos at EMO 2005

The EMO exhibition in Hannover proved a resounding success for Tornos as it sold 26 machines off its stand with another 125 orders awaiting confirmation.

News from Tornos Technologies ( 7 October 2005)

Giant Eagle swoops for new systems

 User Application Article  Giant Eagle, a US grocery chain, has commissioned Aldata to implement its GOLD product, merchandising and replenishment management systems across the whole organisation.

News from Aldata ( 7 October 2005)

Nakhon Thai chooses home-grown IT solution

 User Application Article  Fast-growing Thai restaurant chain, Nakhon Thai has rejected a packaged solution for new IT systems, in favour of a new solution, developed by e-novations

News from E-NOVATIONS ( 7 October 2005)

Inner Range launches of its Fibre Modem

inner range is pleased to announce the release of the Concept Fibre Modem.

News from Inner Range (Europe) Ltd ( 7 October 2005)

3DCADTips.com adds 3,000 resources

3DCADTips.com adds 3,000 resources and doubles user base - Site continues to expand rapidly as word spreads among users

News from 3DCADTips ( 7 October 2005)

VIA EPIA Mainboards Power Perimeter Firewalls

VIA EPIA Mainboards Power Logic Supply's Perimeter Firewalls. Compact, multi-port firewall range offer superior performance, features, security and control for small and medium-sized businesses.

News from VIA Technologies ( 7 October 2005)

VIA Sponsors DARPA Grand Challenge

Core software technology portability and standard extensible PC hardware are key ingredients for delivering autonomous military transportation as well as promising commercial applications

News from VIA Technologies ( 7 October 2005)

12-inch Intel Pentium M Industrial Panel Computer

Axiomtek's Industrial-Grade PANEL2127-800 is designed, validated, and optimised for media content displaying and excellent POI/POS/KIOSK/HMI

News from Axiomtek ( 7 October 2005)

Design process efficiency boosted

 User Application Article  Selex S and AS streamlines FPGA developments using Xilinx tools and Simulink from The MathWorks

News from MathWorks ( 7 October 2005)

Oil and gas ISO/TS 29001 Quality certificate

Yokogawa, leading global provider of plant automation, has gained a much sought after ISO/TS 29001quality certificate, issued by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, one of the first in Europe.

News from Yokogawa UK Ltd. ( 7 October 2005)

Exstream Software in 23rd Annual Software 500.

Software Magazine Ranks Exstream as One of the World's Largest and Fastest Growing Software Companies

News from Exstream Software ( 7 October 2005)

Materials research consortium and nanoparticles

Malvern Instruments has become the primary supplier of systems for nanoparticle characterization to a consortium of 13 commercial companies and 12 academic research groups in Israel.  Brochure Available 

News from Malvern Instruments ( 7 October 2005)

Graph-based physical synthesis technology

Synplicity has announced it has expanded its Synplify family of FPGA synthesis tools to address the design challenges presented by today's complex FPGA devices.

News from Synplicity ( 7 October 2005)

Wire thread inserts reduce placing time

Wire thread inserts produce stronger threads in light metal assembly or any assembly prone to thread damage and reduce installation time and increase productivity.

News from Helicoil Noble Enterprises ( 6 October 2005)

Mill/turn centre reduces cycle times dramatically

Twin 6000 rev/min spindles that combine with the upper rotary tool spindle (5.5 kW) and a lower, nine-station drum turret on a mill/turn centre reduce cycle times dramatically.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 6 October 2005)

Latest multi-axis CNC manages high speed

A '6th generation' CNC is capable of controlling up to nine axes, five of them simultaneously and ensures precise control of high speed, high accuracy machining and better surface finish.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 6 October 2005)

Rigid mill/turn centre cuts ferrous, non-ferrous

Mill/turn centre combines heavy-duty capability with the agility associated with smaller machines to perform fine machining of light alloy components and heavy-duty machining of ferrous materials.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 6 October 2005)

HMCs/VMCs offer more productivity/m2

A series of vertical and horizontal machining centres shown in Europe for the first time at EMO Hanover offer more productivity per square metre - a development based on automotive industry needs.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 6 October 2005)

Rubber-like flexible materials make models

 User Application Article  Available in two formulations with different elasticity properties, flexible materials enable printing of 3D models that closely resemble the feel of flexible end-products.

News from HK Technologies ( 6 October 2005)

Spot welding using continuous process tape

Fronius innovation shifts the limits Circulating process tape instead of wear-inducing electrodes characterise the completely new robot welding gun for resistance spot welding.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Welding marriage made of aluminium and steel

Aluminium and steel are joined 'intrinsically' by the cold metal transfer process that has a lower heat application and thus considerably less thermal delay and rework.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Spatter-free welding proven in the field

 User Application Article  Innovative CMT process sets new quality standards and reduces manufacturing costs at automotive specialist and is seen as the most significant innovation in automatic and robot MIG/MAG welding.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

MMA/TIG welders are light weight

With ideal characteristics and ample reserves of power light weight MMA/TIG welding machines have built-in 'resonant intelligence' that delivers an extremely stable arc.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Change of direction made for plasma cutting

Instead of gas, a liquid is the starting medium for a new plasma cutting process that provides unlimited mobility and reduced emissions of harmful substances.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Digital welding process yields more

The digital TIME process opens up even greater potentials for increased productivity with a 30% higher deposition rate - compared with MAG - when welding thick steel plates.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Fronius is on its way to becoming 'world No 1'

From 2003 to 2004, welding equipment producer TPS-Fronius recorded an increase in sales of 25% to EUR 167.5 million, with exports of 84.3%, and 10.2% going into R and D.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Using innovation to expand welding limits

 Technical Background Article  Developments at the Schweissen und Schneiden welding fair highlight joining steel and aluminium, resistance welding progress and plasma cutting process, recalls Heinz Hackl.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

TIG performance is high and repeatable

ActiveWave technology for TIG welding up to 500A has reduced power source volume and weight by more than 50%, when compared with its predecessor, and price is down too.

News from TPS-Fronius ( 6 October 2005)

Thread system repairs machinery, moulds

Wire inserts make stronger and longer lasting threads in soft and light metal components made of aluminium, composite alloys or plastics and polymers.

News from Helicoil Noble Enterprises ( 6 October 2005)

No training today - no staff tomorrow

A 'time bomb' is ticking for the UK's North West manufacturers who are failing to engage the next generation of young talent, warns The Manufacturing Institute.

News from Manufacturing Institute ( 6 October 2005)

Widest timing belt is available in the UK

The widest commercially available timing belt in the UK - an extra wide polyurethane timing belt used as a slip-free alternative to flat belt conveyors - is now 800mm wide.

News from Transmission Developments ( 6 October 2005)

Reamers supplier wins 'Approved Supplier' status

Having manufactured a variety of specialist reamers, GR Booth has been awarded the much-coveted 'Approved Supplier' status by Westland Helicopters, UK.

News from GR Booth ( 6 October 2005)

Small bearings improve running accuracy

To increase rigidity, improve running accuracy and prevent ball-skidding at very high speeds, small radial and angular contact bearings can be supplied preloaded.

News from Rodriguez (UK) ( 6 October 2005)

Narrow aisle racking system order placed

Planned Storage Systems, designers, manufacturers and suppliers of storage has won a major order from Nisbets, to design, supply and install a very narrow aisle racking system.

News from Planned Storage Systems ( 6 October 2005)

Improve supply chain communication

Supply chain management focused ERP software delivers enhanced functionality to help users improve supply chain communication and business process automation.

News from IBS Norway ( 6 October 2005)

Infrastructure change reduces IT support costs

 User Application Article  Electrical under floor heating manufacturer re-evaluated its IT infrastructure and switched to another ERP system and streamlined its IT support costs to 1% of turnover.

News from Epicor ( 6 October 2005)

Machine tool builder's IT raises productivity 30%

 User Application Article  Machine-building company using integrated solution ERP and manufacturing software has achieved a 30% productivity gain is delivering goods 50% faster and reducing operating costs by 30%.

News from Epicor ( 6 October 2005)

Versatile measuring head offered for DCC CMMs

Gyro dynamic measuring head for DCC co-ordinate measuring machines offers a compact and versatile measurement solution that is adaptable to suit multiple applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Renishaw ( 6 October 2005)

Sales manager appointed for UK and Ireland

Lattice Semiconductor has announced the appointment of Steve Mugford - with development engineering background - as country sales manager for the UK and Ireland,  Brochure Available 

News from Lattice Technology ( 6 October 2005)

Tools bring metalcutting advantages

Several new cutting tool ranges that will bring distinct advantages to metalcutting companies include mini solid carbide drills, new side and face cutters and face mills.  Brochure Available 

News from WNT (UK) ( 6 October 2005)

Pressure transmitter resists harsh environments

Suitable for use in harsh process environments, a pressure transmitter is manufactured from 316 SS, has an SS sensor diaphragm and offers a high level of resistance against corrosion.

News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 6 October 2005)

3 new Server ranges launched

ENlight are giving away an all-in-one LCD PC and 10 Media centre cases at Storage EXPO

News from ENLight UK ( 6 October 2005)

TV-anytime system for mobile networks

Expway and NTT jointly develop TV-anytime system for mobile and broadband networks

News from Expway ( 6 October 2005)

FastEPG v1.5 for IP-based tv networks

EXPWAY of France has launched FastEPG v1.5, an enhanced multimedia Electronic Program Guide (EPG).

News from Expway ( 6 October 2005)

WareLite announces a new alliance with Esiet Srl

Innovative Business Process-Oriented Software Company Announces Partnership in Real-Time IT Operations Support

News from WareLite Ltd ( 6 October 2005)

EndNote introduces Spotlight support for Mac OS X

EndNote 9 introduces Spotlight support for Mac OS X and helps researchers worldwide search online resources in any language  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 6 October 2005)

Autodesk Signs Agreement to Acquire Alias

Acquisition to Extend Autodesk's 3D Graphics Leadership in the Manufacturing and Media and Entertainment Industries  Brochure Available 

News from Autodesk ( 6 October 2005)

3D Integration to enhance collaboration

IBM and Dassault Systemes Integrate 3D XML Technologies with IBM Lotus Solutions

News from Dassault Systemes ( 6 October 2005)

Shoprite Takes Control Of Its Data Quality

 User Application Article  Shoprite Takes Control Of Its Data Quality To Improve Business Efficiency With Solution From BI Practice

News from Similarity Systems ( 6 October 2005)

Bibliographic management software

Adept Scientific has introduced EndNote 9 for Mac OS X, bibliographic management software used by millions of researchers, librarians and students worldwide, from Thomson ResearchSoft.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 6 October 2005)

Simulator products subject of cooperation

Pulse systems are scalable from one to more than 200 channels with a full range of options and applications.

News from Bruel and Kjaer UK ( 6 October 2005)

Measuring lead-free solderability with test kits

New lead-free test kits from Concoat Systems will help manufacturers validate solderability tests on their new generation of lead-free component and substrate finishes to IEC 60068-2-69.

News from Gen3 Systems ( 6 October 2005)

Exhibition reports delegate numbers up

Marcus Pattison, one of the MCERTS organisers, reports "delegate bookings are already 10% ahead of last year's record figures with more than a week still to go.

News from MCERTS Exhibition ( 6 October 2005)

Engineering recruitment on target

NES International, the UK specialist technical and engineering recruiter is on target to exceed last year's £76m turnover and smash its targets.

News from NES Group ( 6 October 2005)

Certification scheme is focus of event

The Environment Agency's Monitoring Certification Scheme (MCERTS) was the focus of the recent WWEM 2005 event.

News from Swig ( 6 October 2005)

How aircraft design may affect machine tools

 Technical Background Article  Changes in the way future aircraft may be designed may well begin to affect future demand for machine tools, reports Mike Page in the second part of a paper presented at a MANTYS public session.

News from CECIMO ( 6 October 2005)

Anachem Environmental Division rebrands

Anachem's Environmental Division re-launched its business with a new identity on 1 October 2005.

News from a1-safetech ( 6 October 2005)

Laser profiler has automatic re-setting

One laser cutting machine cuts ultra-thin worksheets - including painted steel plate - up to thick worksheets without stopping the machine for complex and time consuming setups.

News from Mazak Laser ( 6 October 2005)

CNC laser profiler bevel cuts in 3D

Versatile and affordable 2D and 3D CO2 laser machines, as well as performing profiling actions, offer also the possibility to bevel cut, and to cut 3D cubic components, tubes and profiles as well.

News from Mazak Laser ( 6 October 2005)

Mori Seiki buys 100% of Fredk Pollard

Mori Seiki, Japan, has purchased 100% of the shares and assets of Fredk Pollard and Co in Leicester, UK - the new company is called MS Pollard, trading as a wholly owned subsidiary.  Brochure Available 

News from Mori Seiki UK ( 5 October 2005)

Flat bed laser addition meets work demand

 User Application Article  Facing an increase in demand, a sheet metal subcontractor found initial re-organisation of existing machines wanting, so it added a second flat-bed laser profiler and a CMM.  Brochure Available 

News from Trumpf ( 5 October 2005)

Virtual label systems expand in North America

Sherwood Technology intends further expansion into the US market in early 2006with the opening of new Eastern US headquarters to support customers in North America.

News from DataLase ( 5 October 2005)

Custom wafer heater assemblies offered

An integrated heater assembly platform has been designed to help optimise the performance of heaters and electrostatic chucks used in electronic chip-making equipment.

News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 5 October 2005)

Regional UK events focus on NDT

Twelve UK events focus on ultrasonics for flaw detection and thickness gauging, computerised radiography, thermal imaging, remote visual inspection and high speed camera systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Flir Systems ( 5 October 2005)

VMC structure dampens vibrations effectively

Heavy duty, double column vertical machining centre has slant beam construction that offers solid support for the cross beam, and one-piece cast iron base for low vibration and minimal 'stick-slip'.

News from Ward CNC Machinery ( 5 October 2005)

Industrial RS-232/RS485 devices can be networked

Serial device server FL COM server RS485 enable simple integration of RS-232/485 based terminal devices in 10/100 BASE-T(X) networks and more devices to be connected to Ethernet.  Brochure Available 

News from Phoenix Contact ( 5 October 2005)

Choosing bearings - chrome and SS

 Technical Background Article  What are the advantages of chrome and stainless steel respectively - bearing company highlights the advantages and disadvantages, which will help when specifying bearings.

News from SMB Bearings ( 5 October 2005)

UK electronics company wins factory award

UK electronics manufacturer, Prism Electronics - selected from a short-list of 12 companies - has won the Most Improved Plant category at the national 2005 Best Factory Awards.

News from Prism Electronics ( 5 October 2005)

Orbital TIG welders boost cylinder output

 User Application Article  Two orbital TIG welding systems, each with twin switching units and two weld heads, have been introduced to raise production for the welding of fittings to SS hot water cylinders.

News from Orbimatic ( 5 October 2005)

Plant assessments check machine safety

Manufacturing companies are finding plant assessments to be the ideal way to rapidly and cost-effectively obtain a dependable 'snapshot' view of the safety of individual machines.

News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 5 October 2005)

Leaner fabricator improves output

 User Application Article  Manufacturing advisory service helps a UK general engineering company to introduce new products and improve performance through 'lean' factory organisation.

News from Manufacturing Institute ( 5 October 2005)

Integrated tool control eliminates wastage

Incorporating an integrated Bill of Tooling module to control usage, cost and availability of tools at the shop floor, a production control system suits many factories.

News from PSL DataTrack ( 5 October 2005)

'Flat' linear motor provides most power

A special laminated iron-core design of low-profile linear motor can provide 25% more force and better dynamics than competitive brands with similar envelope.  Brochure Available 

News from Aerotech ( 5 October 2005)

Tool supplier chooses print and pack system

Automated Packaging Systems has sold its 'print and pack' bagging systems to Joseph Gleave and Son, a tools, engineering consumables and workshop equipment distributors.  Brochure Available 

News from Automated Packaging Systems ( 5 October 2005)

Count and weigh systems deliver accurate results

A counting system suitable for a wide range of industries can count up to 2,500 packages/h, drives single-flow that is automatically counted and batched to a pre-set quantity.  Brochure Available 

News from Automated Packaging Systems ( 5 October 2005)

Record sales reported for filling system

Automated Packaging Systems has reported record sales of its recently launched AirPouch Express 3 Void-Fill System for effective product protection during shipping.  Brochure Available 

News from Automated Packaging Systems ( 5 October 2005)

Five-axis VMC maximises toolmaking productivity

Welsh precision toolmaker has acquired a five-axis VMC so that it can quickly switch between machining steel and graphite parts, enabling the company to maximise productivity.

News from FSG Tool and Die ( 5 October 2005)

$4m nanotechnology metrology tools sold

Metryx has won orders for up to $4million for its revolutionary Mentor high-throughput, simple-to-use, non-destructive metrology tool that offers atomic layer measurement accuracy.

News from Metryx ( 5 October 2005)

Adhesives simplify fastener surface mounting

Modern, industrial-strength adhesives permit BigHead fasteners to be mounted in inaccessible and post-manufacture positions in all types of fabrication and assembly.

News from Bighead Bonding Fasteners ( 5 October 2005)

High speed action offered for drilling/tapping

Drill/tap centre, using 48m/min rapid traverse rates and 14 position turret-type tool magazine, offers high speed, short cycling performance for drilling, tapping and milling.

News from Hardinge Machine Tools ( 5 October 2005)

Mill/turn centre offers lean machining

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 ( 5 October 2005)

Small footprint VMC has plenty of power

A compact Interact 450 P3 vertical machining centre for the subcontract machine shop offers a powerful, versatile machine on a small footprint.

News from Hardinge Machine Tools ( 5 October 2005)

HP coolant in sliding head autos up output

 User Application Article  Three sliding-headstock lathes equipped with high-pressure coolant have revolutionised SS component production at one of the UK's leading aircraft engine pipe assembly suppliers.

News from Star Micronics GB ( 5 October 2005)

Timesheets Express Version 7.5.0 Released

Version 7.5.0 of the popular Timesheets Express has been released.

News from Acksen ( 5 October 2005)

WebEx Tops Industry List

Web Collaboration Provider Exposes the Masses to Software as a Service.

News from WebEx ( 5 October 2005)

Open Letter to Civil Land Development Community

Civil Engineering Firm Shares Motivations and Experiences in Move From Autodesk Land Desktop to Bentley PowerCivil Site Engineering Software

News from Bentley Systems ( 5 October 2005)

Femlab transforms into Comsol Multiphysics

Femlab transforms into Comsol Multiphysics, which also launches Comsol Script, adds CAD import, and unit systems  Brochure Available 

News from Comsol ( 5 October 2005)

Durability and Weld Fatigue Seminars

Exploring the modern theories and practical application of Durability and Weld Fatigue

News from Safe Technology ( 5 October 2005)

Management Skill Courses

Management Skills for Engineers, Scientists and Other Staff in Hi-Tech Industries

News from University of Oxford CPD Centre ( 5 October 2005)

Innovative range displayed at SID

Global Display Solutions (GDS) exhibited at the Society for Information Display (SID) conference 2005, held in Boston, Massahusetts

News from GDS - Global Display Solutions ( 5 October 2005)

Deployment Technique Patent Awarded

Innovative Code Enables Seamless Product Lifecycle Management Integrations Regardless of a Customer's System Architecture

News from MatrixOne ( 5 October 2005)

Hoerbiger-Origa reaps rewards of using Solidworks

 User Application Article  Automation systems provider also streamlines product design and analysis with SolidWorks 3D mechanical design and Cosmos design analysis software.

News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 5 October 2005)

CBT training products are efficient and economical

Computer-based (CBT) and audiovisual training products from Autoscribe are effective, efficient, economical and always available.  Brochure Available 

News from Autoscribe ( 5 October 2005)

Models for games speed development

 User Application Article  Moving to Delcam's Power Solution CADCAM software has enabled Games Workshop to reduce dramatically the time taken to manufacture the moulds used to produce its models.  Brochure Available 

News from Delcam ( 5 October 2005)

Biogenic amines in foodstuffs with chromatography

The determination of histamine and other biogenic amines in foodstuffs has been improved and simplified.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK ( 5 October 2005)

Monograph covers water determination

Water determination is, together with the measurement of the pH value and acid-base titrations, one of the most frequently performed analyses in laboratories around the world.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK ( 5 October 2005)

Low cost inline LVDT transducer amplifier

RDP Electronics has launched a new compact version of its popular S7AC LVDT in- line amplifier, containing all the required circuitry to excite, condition and amplify the transducer.

News from R D P Electronics ( 5 October 2005)

LIMS and Chromatography Data Systems on show

Thermo Electron has an expanded offering of laboratory software solutions at the Beijing Conference and Exhibition on Instrumental Analysis (BCEIA) at the Peking University Yingjie Exchange Center.  Brochure Available 

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Informatics) ( 5 October 2005)

Flash testing station maintains PCB quality

 User Application Article  Latest testing technology using data storage and traceability features is helping an industrial metal detection systems maker comply with international quality and product standards.  Brochure Available 

News from Clare Instruments ( 5 October 2005)

Bench top electrical hi-pot tester introduced

A powerful new bench top electrical hi-pot tester is a compact rugged low cost instrument with an optional built-in PC interface, for small and medium sized manufacturers.  Brochure Available 

News from Clare Instruments ( 5 October 2005)

Desiccant Prevents Condensation In Packaging

Condensation in packaging can now be prevented with Natrasorb 900 from Multisorb Technologies.

News from Multisorb Technologies ( 5 October 2005)

Oxygen Absorber Extends Food Freshness

Multisorb Technologies has introduced an improved version of the Freshmax self- adhesive oxygen absorber.

News from Multisorb Technologies ( 5 October 2005)

Eliminating Oxygen From Pharma Packaging

Multisorb Technologies has introduced its StabilOx specialty oxygen absorber.

News from Multisorb Technologies ( 5 October 2005)

First Quad Seal Pouch's Transverse Slider

 User Application Article  Zip-Pak has teamed up with Hayssen Packaging Technologies to introduce the first commercial quad seal pouch to feature slider zipper technology.

News from Zip-Pak ( 5 October 2005)

Detectamet Cryo Pen writes in low temperatures

E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching the Detectamet metal-detectable plastic retractable Cryo Pen.

News from E-Components and Chains ( 5 October 2005)

Invensys' perpetual license with ExxonMobil

Invensys Process Systems has signed a perpetual license agreement with ExxonMobil Research and Engineering to provide its SimSci-Esscor simulation software.

News from Invensys Process Systems ( 4 October 2005)

Nuclear plant standardises paperless recorders

 User Application Article  Engineers at British Energy's Hunterston B nuclear power station have standardised on Yokogawa's DX range of paperless recorders as their main control-room recording instruments.

News from Yokogawa UK ( 4 October 2005)

Jitter meter aids optical disc production tests

Yokogawa has introduced a new version of its TA220 digital jitter meter.

News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement ( 4 October 2005)

ERP system unifies admin data in real time

 User Application Article  Competition is extremely fierce in the niche transport market of specialist heavy haulage trailers and there are just a handful of those manufacturers in the UK.

News from Exel Computer Systems ( 4 October 2005)

Tray sealing equipment distributor named

Ulma Packaging has selected D2 Food Systems as the exclusive distributor of Ulma tray sealing products - particularly the ready meal market - in the UK and Ireland.

News from Ulma Packaging ( 4 October 2005)

New two-part adhesives and resins mixing nozzles

5 Mix Limited, manufacturer or adhesive dispensing equipment, has released a new range of competitively priced spiral static mixing nozzles for mixing and dispensing two part adhesives and resins.

News from 5 Mix Limited ( 4 October 2005)

Square flush switches with reduced operating force

EAO, the partner for Human Machine Interfaces has launched a new edition to its Series 04 switch range.

News from EAO ( 4 October 2005)

Cartridge valve's subtle and fine control

The use of valves that control pressure proportional to an input signal, is an effective solution to the problem of providing ever more subtle and fine control demanded by the end user.

News from Integrated Hydraulics ( 4 October 2005)

SL resins behave like thermoplastics

Based on market demand for stereolithography (SL) resins that approximate the aesthetic of engineering plastics, DSM Somos has expanded its Somos 9000 and Somos 12000 series.  Brochure Available 

News from DSM Somos ( 4 October 2005)

Free CNC installations to transform productivity

Measurement and control specialist ACI (UK) has announced a low-cost route of breathing new life in to aging CNC milling, turning and boring machines using Anilam CNC system upgrade packages.

News from ACI (UK) ( 4 October 2005)

Machine vision system is 40 times faster

A new generation of machine vision systems from Panasonic Electric Works UK is claimed to reduce the processing time required by previous generations of image processing systems.

News from Panasonic Electric Works UK ( 4 October 2005)

Remploy Electronics' appoints new buyer

Helen Maude has joined Remploy Electronics as strategic buyer.

News from Remploy Electronics ( 4 October 2005)

Pumps have improved flow dynamics

Following the launch of the ZU electric pumps for the construction market, Enerpac has just released the new ZE series 700bar hydraulic pumps for industrial applications.

News from Enerpac ( 4 October 2005)

Industry's most secure wireless LAN server

Digi International has introduced the Connect Wi-SP, claimed to be the industry's first 802.11b wireless LAN device server featuring WPA2 and 802.11i security.

News from Digi International ( 4 October 2005)

Flexible safety unit's expandable input/output

Omron Corporation's Industrial Automation Business Company (IAB), has launched the type G9SX-ADA flexible safety unit.  Brochure Available 

News from Omron Electronics ( 4 October 2005)

Automatic switching from inverter to mains power

With so many different low voltage inverters available, trying to differentiate between competing products can be difficult, according to LC Automation.  Brochure Available 

News from LC Automation ( 4 October 2005)

Maplesoft awards Adept Nordic distribution rights

Adept Scientific has announced that Maplesoft has appointed the company as the exclusive distributor of its mathematical and analytical software products in Sweden, Norway and Finland.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 4 October 2005)

New sales manager wins new deals in first week

Lifting Solutions of Barnsley has appointed Mark Stephens to the newly created position of sales and marketing manager with immediate effect.

News from Lifting Solutions ( 4 October 2005)

Low cost vision sensor reads 2D and 1D bar codes

The new PresencePlus P4 BCR vision sensor from Banner Engineering is said to read advanced 2D and 1D bar codes including Data Matrix ECC200 and PDF 417.

News from Banner Engineering ( 4 October 2005)

Avantis support gains Practices certification

Invensys' US Customer Satisfaction Centre that technically supports Avantis enterprise asset management system has achieved Support Centre Practices certification.

News from Invensys Process Systems ( 4 October 2005)

Adhesive tape system sticks quickly

A double-coated acrylic adhesive tape system is formaldehyde-free and combines the quick-stick properties of rubber-based systems with the temperature performance of acrylics.

News from Adchem Corporation ( 4 October 2005)

High air flow capacity boosts valves stroke speed

ControlAir has introduced the Type 6000 High Flow Volume Booster to deliver high air flow capacity and fast action throttling control.

News from ControlAir ( 4 October 2005)

Current limiter reduces switch-on surge

A new current limiter module, designed to reduce the current surge when loads such as transformers, switch-mode power supplies or small motors are switched on, has just been introduced by REO UK.  Brochure Available 

News from REO (UK) ( 4 October 2005)

Test equipment custom design and build services

The Peak Group is now offering custom design and build services for test equipment in the electronics manufacturing, aerospace and defence industries.

News from Peak Production Equipment ( 4 October 2005)

Laplink Everywhere Becomes a Best-Seller

In less than 30 days, Laplink Everywhere 4 has become the best-selling browser-based remote access software available from US retailers.

News from Laplink Software ( 4 October 2005)

Live from New York with QLogic

 User Application Article  Prime-time television broadcasts through a Fibre Channel SAN and QLogic Sanbox 5200 switches

News from QLogic ( 4 October 2005)

Zero-maintenance solution for British Energy

 User Application Article  Engineers at British Energy's Hunterston B nuclear power station have standardised on Yokogawa's DX range of paperless recorders as their main control-room recording instruments.

News from Yokogawa UK Ltd. ( 4 October 2005)

Exstream Expands Participation in IBM PartnerWorld

Exstream Software Expands Participation in IBM PartnerWorld Industry Networks To Help Deliver On Demand Solutions for the Banking and Insurance Industries

News from Exstream Software ( 4 October 2005)

Scandinavia for maths and analytical software

Maplesoft has appointed Adept Scientific as the exclusive distributor of its advanced mathematical and analytical software products in Sweden, Norway and Finland.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 4 October 2005)

Infrared imagers deliver advanced technologies

Remaining at the forefront of technological innovation, Electrophysics is proud to offer its PV-320 series of infrared imagers.

News from Electrophysics Corp ( 4 October 2005)

High resolution low light level cameras

CST offers a high resolution low light level cameras, from high sensitivity CCD models to ultra high sensitive ICCD cameras suitable for day and night vision in the visible and near IR spectrum.  Brochure Available 

News from Firstsight Vision ( 4 October 2005)

Materials testing accessories catalogue

Instron, a leading provider of testing equipment designed to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and components, has released its new materials testing accessories catalogue.

News from Instron ( 4 October 2005)

Web support for materials testing equipment

Instron, a leading provider of testing equipment designed to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and components, introduces its Web Support Agreement (WSA).

News from Instron ( 4 October 2005)

Robotic sample processors with homogenisation

Thermostated samples In order to extend the range of applications of Metrohm Robotic Sample Processors, we have developed a thermostated sample rack, which has a temperature range from -10C to +50C.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK ( 4 October 2005)

Digitally tareable amplifier ideal for load cells

The new SY046 digital bridge amplifier is the ideal tool for load cell measurement applications where speed and accuracy are important.

News from Synectic Design ( 4 October 2005)

Free Report Examines Growth Of Premium Beers

By 2010 the global premium beer market will be worth an estimated US$200 billion, with sales increasing by over 72 per cent, according to Rexam Glass.

News from Rexam Glass ( 4 October 2005)

The Access Group expands 50 per cent in 18 months

The Access Group has marked an astonishing period of expansion by appointing Rikki McCrorie and Ian Rennie to key positions within its fall protection and testing and maintenance divisions.

News from Access Group ( 4 October 2005)

Marigold Industrial gets tough with technology

Material up to 15 times stronger than steel has been introduced by hand protection specialist Marigold Industrial to add "a powerful new dimension" to its products.

News from Marigold Industrial ( 4 October 2005)

Marigold adds ingredients for food sector

Food industry workers are being given enhanced grip and comfort thanks to two advanced gloves from hand protection experts Marigold Industrial.

News from Marigold Industrial ( 4 October 2005)

Timber handling eased with 4-way forklift

 User Application Article  Combilift is the right package for C. Jackson and Sons. Hull based C. Jackson and Sons.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 4 October 2005)

Software eliminates data duplication

 User Application Article  When Heatex tried to provide a new distribution facility with its existing IT system, major shortcomings in the system were revealed and the company decided it had to introduce new software quickly.

News from K3 Business Technology Group ( 3 October 2005)

Compact cylinders with lock and air cushion

SMC Corporation of America has released the RLQ series, a compact cylinder with a lock and air cushion.

News from SMC Corporation of America ( 3 October 2005)

Stainless steel cylinder meets ISO standards

SMC Corporation of America is offering several cylinders that conform to ISO mounting dimensions.

News from SMC Corporation of America ( 3 October 2005)

B and H appoints Mexican parts sales manager

B and H Labelling Systems has appointed Guillermo de la Fuente Prieto to the position of Mexico parts sales manager.

News from B and H Labeling Systems ( 3 October 2005)

Serving China's informatics' needs

Thermo Electron Corporation will present its expanded range of laboratory software at the Beijing Conference and Exhibition on Instrumental Analysis (BCEIA).

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific ( 3 October 2005)

Sand and gravel sorter's hydraulic power

 User Application Article  A new type of self-propelled sand and gravel sorter for quarrying and grading is being powered by a combination of hydraulic control equipment, hydraulic motors and gear stages from Brevini UK.

News from Brevini ( 3 October 2005)

GE boosts liquid silicone rubber production

GE Bayer Silicones plans to invest in additional production capacity for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) at its facility in Leverkusen, Germany to help meet expanding European and global demand.

News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 3 October 2005)

Carl Zeiss's new sub-contract measurement service

Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology (IMT) has unveiled a number of new products, including a sub-contract measurement service and a series of interfaces.

News from Carl Zeiss, Metrology Division ( 3 October 2005)

Cost and reliability of Ethernet switches are key

According to the ARC Industrial Ethernet report, there will be over 14.2 billion devices controlled by the internet by 2010.

News from Korenix Technology ( 3 October 2005)

Pumps and tanks available as individual components

Compressor manufacturer Jun-Air is making its range of compressor pumps and receiver tanks available as individual components for OEMs to build in to their own products.

News from Gast Group - Jun-Air ( 3 October 2005)

Single Image Ghosting with UIU

UIU product revolutionises cloning process efficiency

News from Binary Resource UK ( 3 October 2005)

Getting back in the Driving Seat

Stop drivers from controlling the management of enterprise applications by taking a more 'universal' view.

News from Binary Resource UK ( 3 October 2005)

Subcontractor forms automation systems unit

Mason Pinder Toolmakers has formed an automation systems unit to support injection mould tool services, and also provide complete process engineering solutions

News from Mason Pinder Toolmakers ( 3 October 2005)

Tata Learning Forum reveals key trends

 Technical Background Article  Tata Interactive Systems (TIS) played host to some 100 of the world's leaders in training and online learning at the Tata Learning Forum in Boston, MA.

News from TATA Interactive Systems ( 3 October 2005)

Dobbies wins ROI through Toshiba reliability

 User Application Article  Dobbies, a UK garden centre chain, has cut its hardware maintenance costs by 25%, following the introduction of point of sale terminals from Toshiba, which have proved to be extremely reliable.

News from Toshiba TEC ( 3 October 2005)

Advantech Opens European Design Centre

Advantech take leading role in Europe and opens Design Centre

News from Advantech (UK) ( 3 October 2005)

Cable Installation the Easy Way

Dart Systems is pleased to announce the availability in the UK of a new range of cable pulling devices for routing wires inside buildings.

News from Dart Systems ( 3 October 2005)

Online Shop for Cable Installation Tools

Dart Systems is pleased to announce the launch of an online shop for Cable Installation tools and accessories.

News from Dart Systems ( 3 October 2005)

CAA V5 Software Partnership

New MTorres Layup CAA V5-based Software Optimises Design for Production of Composites Parts within the V5 PLM Environment

News from Dassault Systemes ( 3 October 2005)

Mitsubishi F700 Energy Saving Inverter

A Mitsubishi F700 Energy Saving Inverter can help to reduce unnecessary downtime with its Commercial Power Switchover function.  Brochure Available 

News from LC Automation ( 3 October 2005)

MRO Software and Matrikon co-sponsor presentation

Matrikon and MRO Software are co-sponsoring the Boise presentation on Control Performance Monitoring in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 10-14, 2005.  Brochure Available 

News from MatrikonOPC ( 3 October 2005)

Syspro helps Prism win Best Factory Award

 User Application Article  Investment by Prism Electronics in a fully integrated Syspro ERP solution has contributed to them being presented with a prestigious UK Best Factory Award

News from K3 Business Technology Group ( 3 October 2005)

UGS Introduces Teamcenter Express

Teamcenter Express is part of the new UGS Velocity Series portfolio and delivers scalable data management with low total cost of ownership

News from Siemens PLM Software ( 3 October 2005)

Test capability for HSUPA added to mobile system

Aeroflex has added a High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) test capability to the company's 6401 Air Interface Monitor Emulator (AIME) 3G mobile protocol test system.

News from Aeroflex ( 3 October 2005)

High-speed testing of RFICs for WLAN and WiMax

Aeroflex has released two new PXI modules to address the need for high-speed testing of RFICs and other devices designed for Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and WiMax.

News from Aeroflex ( 3 October 2005)

Tablet weigh sorters for pharmaceutical giant

 User Application Article  CI Electronics' Sade-p4 tablet weight sorters have been an integral part of international pharmaceutical giant, Pfizer's, sorting process for its successful cholesterol reducing drug, Lipitor.

News from CI Electronics ( 3 October 2005)

Motorsport CADCAM options promoted

Delcam will be promoting the use of its Power Solution CADCAM software at the World Motorsport Symposium 2005, organised by Race Tech magazine.  Brochure Available 

News from Delcam ( 3 October 2005)

Industrial-grade cameras for machine vision

JAI Pulnix is a manufacturer of high quality, industrial-grade cameras for the machine vision, security, manufacturing, military, aerospace, medical and scientific markets.

News from JAI ( 3 October 2005)

Product selection guide for machine vision cameras

JAI Pulnix of San Jose, CA, a subsidiary of JAI A-S Denmark, offers a free product selection guide to assist the user in choosing the best camera for his or her application.

News from JAI ( 3 October 2005)

Analytical and diagnostic services grow

LGC has published annual results for the year to March 2005 in which it is announced that all areas of the business have grown organically and have contributed to a record annual turnover of £64m.

News from LGC ( 3 October 2005)

Sensing and astronomy research projects in space

Gregory H Olsen, co-founder and chairman of the board of Sensors Unlimited (SUI), is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station (ISS).

News from Sensors Unlimited ( 3 October 2005)

Infrared focal plane array developing

Sensors Unlimited has been awarded a contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop a 1280 x 1024 pixel, dual-wavelength, visible and shortwave infrared focal plane array (FPA).

News from Sensors Unlimited ( 3 October 2005)

Polyprop Pot For Prince Charles's Soups

 User Application Article  RPC Containers Blackburn's (UK) best-selling Thor Pot has enhanced the functions and aesthetic appeal of organic soups currently available in selected Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Budgens stores.

News from RPC Containers ( 3 October 2005)

Case Erectors For Food And Drinks Producers

Bradford (UK) Sealed Air is mounting a marketing campaign aimed at persuading a diverse range of UK food and beverage companies to follow a lead being set by drinks producers in Scotland.

News from Sealed Air ( 3 October 2005)

Zebra Print Supplies leave a superior impression

Zebra labels, Tags and Ribbons are specifically engineered for Zebra printers.

News from Zebra Technologies ( 3 October 2005)

Advantech take leading role and open design centre

Advantech has been an innovator in the development and manufacturing of high-quality, high-performance ePlatform services in the industrial computing and automation markets since 1983.

News from Advantech (UK) ( 3 October 2005)

Moulded impact doors offer longer life

Rubbair is introducing its revolutionary range of impact traffic doors.

News from Rubbair Door ( 3 October 2005)

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