News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 November
to Saturday 19 November 2005
CNC system on laser profiler is friendly
User Application Article As well as cutting a variety of materials over a wide range, a laser profiling system's CNC provided advantages of a user-friendly design, 2MB memory and a network-based, remote diagnostic support.
News from Siemens Machine Tool Business Unit (18 November 2005)
Manufacturing management works in frustration
Senior managers in the manufacturing industry are frustrated by an inability to reach decisions, according to a survey and face pressure from colleagues, bureaucracy and a lack of resources.
News from Chartered Management Institute (18 November 2005)
Cooperation deal covers glass laser cutting
Applied Photonics, USA and Jenoptik, Germany have signed a cooperation agreement to accelerate the commercialisation of laser cutting for flat panel display and cell phone manufacturers.
News from Jenoptik (18 November 2005)
Simulating robotics, machining, inspection
In a move to enhance the visualisation capabilities of its manufacturing simulation software, AC and E is to use Spatial Corp's 3D ACIS Modeller and InterOp translator products.
News from Applied Computing and Engineering (18 November 2005)
Software reduces composites manufacturing costs
User Application Article Software reduces costs and time to market for composites manufacturer and is also enabling the company to create the increasingly complex components requested by its customers. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (18 November 2005)
Non-contact safety sensor has no mechanical wear
A non-contact safety sensor that monitors the position of two sliding, hinged or removable safety guards means there is no mechanical wear and its closed housing suits hygienic applications.
News from Schmersal UK (18 November 2005)
Motors' ATEX certification gives added security
ABB has gained blanket ATEX certification for its ABB industrial drives of 4kW and above and flameproof and non-sparking motors, for use in hazardous areas.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (18 November 2005)
USB data acquisition devices are powerful
Two USB data acquisition devices deliver multifunction capabilities with simplicity and low cost and encase powerful features such as overvoltage protection on analogue lines.
News from Audon Electronics (18 November 2005)
Production monitor shows OEE, Takt and efficiency
A low cost production monitor for OEE and other lean manufacturing metrics monitors a lean manufacturing metrics such as OEE, Takt, Quality performance, line availability and line speed.
News from London Electronics (18 November 2005)
Advanced linescan cameras have more power
Advanced linescan cameras with more power, more speed and more resolution, redefine high end imaging - with eight outputs each running at 40MHz at either 8k or 12k resolutions. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (18 November 2005)
CADverter has 3D GD and T capabilities
CADverter conforms to the STEP AP203 Edition 2 standard, including translation of colours, layers, 3D annotations, validation properties, externally referenced files, and now GD and T.
News from Theorem Solutions (18 November 2005)
Check risk H and S assesment on the Web
Manufacturers can streamline and strengthen the management of health and safety practice through the use of a new, web-based risk assessment and permit-to-work system.
News from MVI Technology (18 November 2005)
Thermal imaging used for condition monitoring
An inexpensive, safe and easy to use handheld thermal imaging instrument - covering a wide temperature range - aids condition monitoring of electrical and mechanical machinery while it is running. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (18 November 2005)
Protect valuable CAD data on line
With AutoShred Lite's novel functionality, buyers or engineers can completely control how, when, where and by whom their sensitive drawings and documents are viewed.
News from MFG.com (18 November 2005)
Supply chain involvement wins new members
With its focus on supply chain networks and business development programmes, the UK's GTMA is continuing to attract new companies into membership of the association.
News from GTMA (18 November 2005)
Ionising air blowers eliminate static
Two bench top ionising air blowers that provide easily portable, localised static elimination include built-in emitter cleaner, adjustable airflow speed controls, integrated blower and power supply.
News from TBA Electro Conductive Products (18 November 2005)
CAD file repair tools are included
In addition to updated CAD file support, CAD translation software offers a new suite of advanced CAD file repair tools which provide more robust 'solid to solid' translation of 3D CAD data.
News from TransMagic (18 November 2005)
Single-phase welding inverters are light weight
For use from either a mains supply or generator for on-site applications, simple to use, high power to weight ratio, single phase 230V MIG/MAG welding inverters have adaptive control systems.
News from Kemppi (UK) (18 November 2005)
Morris and Bacou-Dalloz strike safety deal
Morris Material Handling has established a strategic partnership with Bacou-Dalloz,to promote Fall Protection Systems and Miller personal protective equipment through Morris service centres.
News from Morris Material Handling (18 November 2005)
Automotive crown wheels blast-etched
User Application Article A system has been installed by manufacturers of powertrain technology to accurately blast etch two sizes of case hardened automotive crown wheel components that have been phosphated. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (18 November 2005)
Rapid VMC programming makes small batches economic
User Application Article Within an hour of measuring the dimensions of the nine thumb impressions around the periphery of a 'mince pie' confection, a mould maker had programmed a CNC miller to produce a mould. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (18 November 2005)
Automation components fit machine requirements
Satellite I/O scheme and more network protocols make the automation components fit the machine, and not vice versa - thanks to versatility of a distributed electrical and pneumatic I/O terminal. Brochure Available
News from Festo (18 November 2005)
Ethos for sheet metal work and fabrication
The ethos at Brent Precision is to produce quality work on time with an honest, straightforward and personal approach.
News from Brent Precision (18 November 2005)
Attunity warns on perils of lost data
Technical Background Article Growth in mergers and acquisitions activity puts businesses at risk
News from Attunity (UK) Ltd (18 November 2005)
Freeform Feature Recognition
Schott Systeme Shows New 'Freeform Feature Recognition' at EuroMold
News from Schott Systeme GmbH (18 November 2005)
Learning Management for Lloyds TSB
User Application Article SumTotal Enterprise Suite implemented by Lloyds TSB to support Performance Learning Management initiative to align employee performance with business goals.
News from SumTotal Systems (18 November 2005)
Sunopsis Signs Reseller Agreement With iWay
Sunopsis Signs Reseller Agreement With iWay Software to Extend Enterprise Data Integration Capabilities
News from Sunopsis (18 November 2005)
New File Format Registry
User Application Article The UK National Archives has released Pronom 4, the latest version of its web-based technical registry to support long-term digital preservation.
News from Tessella Support Services (18 November 2005)
Enhanced release of VIA StrongBox
VIA StrongBox Builds In More Functionality and Language Support for Wider Data Security
News from VIA Technologies (18 November 2005)
Iona Unitool takes advantage of VISI-series
User Application Article VISI-Series software is integral to Iona Unitool's design and manufacturing operations
News from Vero International Group (18 November 2005)
Shoe-Industry specific VISI-Shoes software
Vero International Software's newly introduced VISI-Shoes fully integrated shoe design software system has been developed as a specific response to global demand.
News from Vero International Group (18 November 2005)
Latest Vero software focusses on speed
The latest release of Vero's VISI-Series CAD/CAM solution includes many new and improved features but Vero has also managed to improve both speed and quality within the existing applications.
News from Vero International Group (18 November 2005)
Dual tap machine vision camera
JAI Pulnix's newest dual-tap AccuPiXEL machine vision camera, the TM-4100GE offers an exceptionally high resolution of 4.2 million pixels.
News from JAI (18 November 2005)
Digital progressive scan RGB color camera
JAI's CV-M71 compact 1/2" digital progressive scan RGB color machine vision camera, an indirect replacement of the popular CV-M70, features all of the attributes that made that model so successful.
News from JAI (18 November 2005)
Logic analyzers enable real-time debugging of FPGA
Tektronix, Altera and First Silicon Solutions (FS2) have announced FPGAView, a software package from FS2 for Tektronix TLA logic analyzers that enables real-time debugging of Altera FPGAs. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (18 November 2005)
Retail Body Responds To Food Agency's Label Ideas
Technical Background Article Responding to the UK's Food Standards Agency (FSA) consultation on pack labelling schemes, British Retail Consotrium (BRC) said that the BRC is committed to work with consumers and the industry.
News from British Retail Consortium (18 November 2005)
Single-Serve PET Bottle Responds To Beverages Law
Husky Injection Moulding Systems, along with bottle manufacturer PET Engineering and closure molder Corvaglia, has developed a lighter, more cost-effective single-serve PET bottle.
News from Husky Injection Molding Systems (18 November 2005)
Squeezable Syrup Bottle Adds Fun To Shelf Impact
User Application Article RPC Containers Raunds has manufactured an unusually-shaped squeezable bottle for the new product from the UK's number one dessert toppings brand, Lyle's Golden Syrup.
News from RPC Containers (18 November 2005)
Beemster new cheese packaging design
FLEX/ the INNOVATIONLAB from Delft designed a new packaging for Beemster cheese.
News from Flex/the innovation lab (18 November 2005)
JLMD Ecologic Group launches website and e-news
JLMD Ecologic Group, the specialist in the prevention of marine oil pollution, is launching its new website and a monthly newsletter that contains testimonials from shipping industry players.
News from JLMD Ecologic Group (18 November 2005)
Easy way to convert wash hand basins to hands-free
Mechline is launching a hands-free conversion kit for kitchen wash hand basins that will greatly improve hygiene, reduce cross-contamination and save water and heating costs.
News from Mechline Developments (18 November 2005)
Difficult pipe sealed successfully for welding
User Application Article Access to a welding area was very difficult to seal a section of 300mm diameter pipe prior to welding an insert in place but a purging system was meet the severe constraints of access.
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (17 November 2005)
Tray sealer improves production efficiency
User Application Article A tray sealer, tailored to meet the precise requirements of cheese manufacturer, has enabled it to substantially improve production efficiency on its oven bake breaded cheese production line. Brochure Available
News from Ishida Europe (17 November 2005)
Lock nuts' success passed on to manufacturing
Following successful applications in wind turbines and paper machines, a new range of locknuts offer ease of handling and accurate and secure axial locking of bearings and other parts on shafts. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (17 November 2005)
Manufacturing software boosts SMT profitability
A comprehensive set of hardware and software tools which will make manufacturers using Assembleon mid-volume machines highly competitive at a global level.
News from Assembléon (17 November 2005)
Pick-and-place machines have high performance
Assembleon has expanded its M-Series of pick-and-place machines with the introduction of the MG-8, extending its capability to deliver high-performance standalone or multi-machine lines
News from Assembléon (17 November 2005)
Spiral bevel gearboxes are precise, compact
Spiral Bevel Gearboxes can be used wherever power has to be transmitted through an angle of 90 deg and offer precision, efficiency, high speeds and loads, low noise and compactness.
News from Neeter Drive (17 November 2005)
CNC laser welding is more affordable
An affordable CNC laser unit enables medical devices to be laser welded achieving high quality micro welding of a wide range of alloys including seam welding, hermetic sealing and other operations. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (17 November 2005)
Stylus catalogue has over 6000 items
Stylus catalogue has over 6000 items - of interest to all users of touch probes, whether installed on CMMs, CNC machine tools or portable measuring arms - and stylii can be customised. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (17 November 2005)
Versatile industrial pumps better performance
Versatile industrial pumps now available with a patented diaphragm position control technology - as standard item - for enhanced pump performance, reliability and durability
News from Wanner Engineering (17 November 2005)
Power tool torque tester is for production use
Latest power tool torque tester is designed specifically for a manufacturing environment, where ease of use and a rugged exterior is every bit as important as accuracy.
News from Industrial Measurements (17 November 2005)
Key Technology appoints China country manager
Key Technology has appointed Jarrod Li to the new position of country manager for China and will be responsible for automated inspection, specialised conveying, product preparation systems.
News from Key Technology (17 November 2005)
Two-edged grooving inserts can face, turn
A modular series of two-edged grooving inserts, for steel and stainless steel machining applications, exhibit high toughness and is available in a range of edge geometries.
News from Walter GB (17 November 2005)
Suppliers collaborate on new warehouse
User Application Article The combination of racking equipment, technical expertise and project management skills has provided a leading UK rigid packaging manufacturer with an impressive new warehouse complex.
News from Hi-Lo Storage Systems (17 November 2005)
3D controller adapts to Autodesk Inventor
Significant enhancement to an innovative adaptive sensing technology allows the a 3D controller to detect and rapidly adapt to more than 21 environments for Autodesk Inventor.
News from 3Dconnexion (17 November 2005)
Form tools are integral in pattern making
Special solid carbide form tools are playing an integral role in the manufacture of complex thermoforming moulds to machine features such as undercuts on a two or three axis machine tool.
News from H and B Quickgrind (17 November 2005)
Solid carbide milling cutters priced competitively
A high value milling cutter range - designed for high metal removal rates - feature a unique design that reduces vibration with corresponding reductions in noise when machining the workpiece.
News from H and B Quickgrind (17 November 2005)
First in Europe to use 'copper pillar bumping'
Design and manufacturing service provider AEMtec will be the first in Europe to use the novel 'Copper Pillar Bumping' technology in the company's manufacturing facility in Berlin.
News from Aemtec (17 November 2005)
AEMtec plans Asian partnership
AEMtec, the German provider of design and manufacturing services has entered into negotiations with a leading Asian contract manufacturer, while helping to secure jobs in Germany.
News from Aemtec (17 November 2005)
Evaporative air units cool down plastics factory
User Application Article A constant flow of naturally cooled air at Asset Demo's factory in Earl Shilton near Leicester has reduced summer temperatures from a sweltering 30 deg C plus to a comfortable 22 deg C.
News from Seeley International (Europe) (17 November 2005)
CNC/PLC automation system has high-performance
IPC-based CNC/PLC automation system is a high-performance tool, which allows complex applications to be comfortably operated, and offers significant advantages for PC-based control systems. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (17 November 2005)
Pneumatic valve actuators are ATEX-certified
A comprehensive range of ATEX-certified pneumatic actuators for controlling valves in processing applications provide a highly robust and maintenance-free control compared with electrical drives. Brochure Available
News from Festo (17 November 2005)
Aftermarket cranage,hoist service offered
Anyone involved in the repair, maintenance and servicing of any type of crane, hoist or lifting equipment should check out a new material handling website dedicated to an aftermarket service.
News from Morris Material Handling (17 November 2005)
High performance damper gives 100% gas isolation
A guillotine damper for the isolation of gas flows in the most extreme operating conditions provides high performance and simplified maintenance to meet the needs of combustion and hot gas systems.
News from WahlcoMetroflex (17 November 2005)
USB data loggers offer high accuracy
With up to 24-bit resolution to detect small signal changes, 0.1% accuracy for reliable readings and up to 16 channels, USB data loggers are offered in a convenient and easy-to-use package.
News from Pico Technology (17 November 2005)
Rugged forklift terminal ideal for harsh usage
The ruggedness of a mobile industrial terminal enables both mobile and stationary Windows CE applications ideal for use in logistics, industry, transport, time recording and quality assurance.
News from DLoG Logistics (17 November 2005)
Toggle clamp range is comprehensive
A comprehensive range of vertical, horizontal, straight line, latch and pneumatic toggle clamps, are competitive for most applications, such as moulding, welding and plastics forming. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (17 November 2005)
Website focuses on heater products
HEAT-LINK website focuses on providing a cross section of the most popular cartridge, band, flexible silicone rubber heaters, thermocouples, RTD sensors and temperature control design configurations.
News from Watlow (17 November 2005)
Control computer is credit card size
A credit-card-sized control computer has been extended to include a high-level CAN bus driver object that can be used 'as-is', or to build high level CAN protocols, such as Industrial CANOpen. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Robotics (17 November 2005)
Better belt cleaning brings business benefits
Technical Background Article As environmental concerns become ever more significant, the need for efficient conveyor belt cleaning is increasing in importance, but getting it right can bring production and maintenance savings.
News from Ace Arc (17 November 2005)
Small, quiet screw compressor range extended
There are now 13 bar versions of a series screw compressors - with high performance damping and ensure highly effective silencing - produce sound pressure levels as low as 59dB(A). Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (17 November 2005)
Bakery's compressed air energy costs cut in half
User Application Article Screw compressors have assisted a premium bread manufacturer in reducing their compressed air energy costs by some GBP 18,500 per annum, following a survey of existing facilities. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (17 November 2005)
Meech International appoint new Greek distributor
Meech International is pleased to announce the appointment of Control Technology as its new distributor in Greece for the sales of static control systems and compressed air equipment.
News from Meech Air Technology (17 November 2005)
Distorted label text can be verified
Cognex has announced a breakthrough in character verification technology that allows text to be verified, even when printed on curved or flexible surfaces or distorted during printing or packaging.
News from Cognex UK (17 November 2005)
True manufacturing facts given to UK Government
The fact that manufacturers drive 86% of UK exports is one of many reasons why manufacturing remains the bedrock of our economy, says a message delivered this week to the UK Government.
News from Manufacturing Institute (17 November 2005)
Worldwide user group conference staged
The recent DELMIA 2005 North America Worldwide User Group Conference brought together leaders from the automotive, aerospace, telecommunications, defense and consumer industries.
News from Delmia (17 November 2005)
RFID introduced for factory automation
Agnostic connectivity means that the Cobalt HF family connects to both commercial and industrial Ethernet as well as serial connections and so allows easier communications.
News from Escort Memory Systems (17 November 2005)
Shrink fit adaptors are for high speed machining
The balanced and slim design of shrink fit adaptors are suitable for high speed machining and for mould manufacturing - especially useful in deep and narrow applications demanding good accessibility.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (17 November 2005)
Press feed orders reflect new investment
Shear-Form Machine Tools, UK distributor for Dimeco Alipresse has recently delivered orders in excess of GBP 40,000 for three feeders for feeding coil to existing power presses.
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools (17 November 2005)
Toolroom CNC mill/turn lathes unveiled
Full production models of the Harrison Alpha X Series, which includes the all-new 3-axis Alpha 1550XM model - with full C-axis and milling capability - were unveiled in the UK in 2005.
News from TS Harrison and Sons (17 November 2005)
VMCs offer high quality construction
With high-quality construction and hardened and ground box slideways, open fronted vertical machining centres, feature 20-bar through-spindle coolant, rigid tapping and fourth axis interface.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (17 November 2005)
2006 Supply Chain Summit
Chief supply chain officer executive summit to be held April 12 - 13, 2006, in St. Petersburg, Florida
News from Desktop Engineering/Helmers Publishing (17 November 2005)
New Photogrammetry Software
Geodetic Systems Rolls Out New Photogrammetry Software V-Stars 4.4 SR2 Software for Portable CMM Applications
News from Geodetic Systems, Inc. (17 November 2005)
Innovation WorkBench 2005
Ideation International has launched a new software product called Innovation WorkBench 2005 (IWB).
News from Ideation International (17 November 2005)
64-bit versions of Infolytica products
Infolytica releases the first 64-bit enabled applications for Windows x64 Editions designed specifically for low frequency electromagnetics
News from Infolytica (17 November 2005)
New General Manager at Kodak GCG
Kodak's Graphic Communications Group Names Isidre Rosello General Manager of Transaction and Industrial Solutions Unit
News from Kodak Versamark (17 November 2005)
Esprit invited to Tsugami open house
Tsugami invites Esprit to its worldwide open house in Nagaoka, Japan Nov. 17-18. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (17 November 2005)
Geomagic's Ping Fu named Entrepreneur of the Year
Ping Fu, chairman, president and CEO of Geomagic, has been named Entrepreneur of the Year by Inc magazine, the leading publication for American entrepreneurs.
News from Geomagic (17 November 2005)
Distributed Computing Toolbox 2
New version of toolbox offers pluggable support for external schedulers, interprocess communication
News from MathWorks (17 November 2005)
FDA-Approved Medical Device Test System
User Application Article Sanmina-SCI Selects NI Modular Instruments and PXI to Build FDA-Approved Medical Device Test System Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (17 November 2005)
Measurement suites speed testing for RFICs
As today's cellular phones and PDAs become capable of connection into wireless local area networks (WLAN), Aeroflex is keeping pace by releasing a new measurement suite for WLAN.
News from Aeroflex (17 November 2005)
Scalable and modular test environment
Aeroflex has launched its 5800 Series multi-configuration, multi-function ATE system, a highly flexible, scalable and modular test environment.
News from Aeroflex (17 November 2005)
First commercial HSUPA test mobile
Aeroflex has launched what they say is the world's first commercially available test mobile providing full support for the latest 3GPP Release 6 High Speed Uplink Packet Access wireless technology.
News from Aeroflex (17 November 2005)
AT test product for commerxcial handsets
Aeroflex has launched a new, multi-handset version of its highly successful SystemAT test product that supports a wide range of different commercial handset models.
News from Aeroflex (17 November 2005)
Software reduces costs and time to market
User Application Article Delcam's Power Solution software is helping Italian composites manufacturer, Plyform, to reduce its costs and its time to market. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (17 November 2005)
Membranes make in-roads with new quality standard
Donaldson Membranes' drive to provide first-class products to the industrial filtration industry has been fuelled by some 'quality' work at the company's manufacturing plant in Hull.
News from Donaldson Membranes (17 November 2005)
Cost-effective, handheld TCP/IP network tester
EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering has announced the introduction of the LANPAL100 Network Tester, aimed at helping technicians deploy residential broadband Internet services more efficiently.
News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering (17 November 2005)
Growth in machine vision demonstrated
The busy three day Vision show 2005 in Stuttgart, Germany has ended with a record number of attendees having visited this high technology show, an overall 10% increase in visitors over 2004.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (17 November 2005)
Ethernet switch supports RSTP over super ring
Korenix's new JetNet 4500 Series Industrial Managed Ethernet Switch supports RSTP over Super Ring technology, or also known as Dual Homing.
News from Korenix Technology (17 November 2005)
Product damage monitoring
Lamerholm Electronics offers the RD317 ShockLog as a cost-effective method for monitoring shock and other environmental influences, on goods in transit. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (17 November 2005)
Board appointment
NES Group has appointed Bruce Thew as non-executive director.
News from NES Group (17 November 2005)
Electrical safety testers used in production
The latest addition to a range of electrical safety testers is a versatile tester designed specifically for low to medium volume electrical and electronic production environments. Brochure Available
News from Clare Instruments (17 November 2005)
Rotary Machine Accelerates Whisky Bottle Labelling
User Application Article Labelling bottles of whisky used to be a labour intensive, time consuming operation, particularly for companies handling a large number of brands, according to Advanced Dynamics.
News from Advanced Dynamics (17 November 2005)
Detector Solves Can Makers' Uncoated Sheet Problem
Sencon's new Lacquer Presence Detector, designated SC640, is a single head, non-contact M30 barrel sensor that is said to distinguish between coated and uncoated metal at line speed.
News from Sencon (UK) (17 November 2005)
Added status for CFTS Thorough Examination logo
The CFTS Thorough Examination logo has gained 'Certification Mark' status from the UK's Trade Marks Registry.
News from Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) (17 November 2005)
New weapon against tiger kidnapping
User Application Article Craig Swallow, CEO of Connexion2, addressed invited guests at the fourth 'Focus on Robbery' symposium hosted by IBP International, which this year tackled the developing threat of Tiger Kidnapping.
News from Connexion2 (17 November 2005)
Business award for lone worker protection experts
Connexion2 beat off hundreds of entries in the Sage Business Awards, in Partnership with The Daily Telegraph, to win 'Highly Commended' in the 'Best Start Up' category.
News from Connexion2 (17 November 2005)
Fosse Liquitrol is preferred by major insurer
Allianz Cornhill has appointed Fosse Liquitrol as its preferred supplier of spill risk assessment services and spill control products and services.
News from Fosse Liquitrol (17 November 2005)
Development manager takes on contract assembly
As part of an ongoing, aggressive growth strategy, GSPK Electronics has appointed Clive Matthews as Business Development manager for its contract assembly business.
News from GSPK Electronics (16 November 2005)
Mould making software has wide functionality
Mould design software includes calculation of the shrinkage factor, analysis of undercuts, calculation of the joint parting line and surface, automatic creation and definition of core block, cavity.
News from Missler Software (16 November 2005)
UK milling machining contracts soar by 30%
Milling based machining contracts have soared by 30% for Stapleford, Nottingham based Hemlock Engineering helping to boost sales in the 2005 financial year to almost GBP 4 million.
News from Hemlock Engineering (16 November 2005)
Robots release mould block oil accurately
User Application Article Aerated concrete block manufacture has been dramatically improved using robots to apply 'release' oil accurately to the inside of moulds, in which concrete mix sets prior to cutting and autoclaving.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (16 November 2005)
Laser works with every paint finish
The automotive industry often faces the task of positioning pre-painted car body panels using a robot, for which a laser system can detect the distance between the robot and component very accurately.
News from Ixthus Instrumentation (16 November 2005)
Worktop laser marking system is affordable
A worktop laser marking system, which can be fitted easily into even the smallest of workshops, is offered at a very affordable price and is powerful enough for most uses. Brochure Available
News from Electrox (16 November 2005)
UGS reports 73.8% revenue increase
UGS Corp reports a year-over-year 73.8% revenue increase including acquisitions, or 45.9% without acquisitions in its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2005.
News from Siemens PLM Software (16 November 2005)
Multi-head thermal printer matches line speeds
Multi-head thermal transfer printer maximizes throughput on multi-lane packaging lines and is supplied with as standard with three to six prints heads, depending on the needs of the application.
News from Norwood Marking Systems (16 November 2005)
PLC offers speeds up to 4.5 times faster
PLC offers speeds up to 4.5 times faster, eight times more memory, more connectivity, faster programming, more expansion options and has set instructions added to simplify programming. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (16 November 2005)
Copolymer acetal rod is 20in diameter
Larger parts can be fabricated from 20in diameter natural copolymer acetal rod, instead cutting components out of plate to greatly reduce the amount of scrap produced.
News from ZL engineering plastics inc. (16 November 2005)
PLC has many features and options
A long list of standard features and range of additional options available with a PLC, provide users with the freedom to develop the right solution for their specific application. Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (16 November 2005)
Lady engineer earns charter status
Female engineers are a rare breed in themselves, but Cardiff-based project engineer, Clair Petheram, has distinguished herself even further by earning Chartered Engineer status. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) (16 November 2005)
Diamond powder has high abrasion
Special regimes of synthesis provide diamond powder with high abrasive abilities in cutting and polishing applications for processing synthetic corundum (sapphire), quartz, composites and ceramics.
News from Stroyinvest (16 November 2005)
Low stress HV power supplies reduce ripple
A range of precision high voltage power supplies use proprietary techniques to minimise component stress and enable unprecedented reductions in output ripple, noise and drift.
News from Applied Kilovolts (16 November 2005)
Contractor orders three sliding head autos
Following customer demonstrations at the recent EMO 2005 machine tool show, a GBP 250,000 order has been taken by the company's subsidiary, Star GB, for the supply of three sliding-headstock lathes.
News from Star Micronics GB (16 November 2005)
MMMA sheet metal trophy commissioned
Following the announcement that MMMA will continue its support of the ISME Sheet Metal Skills Competition in 2006, the Association has commissioned the 2006 MMMA Trophy.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (16 November 2005)
GTMA members visit Beijing
The GTMA Trade Mission to Beijing, supported by UK Trade and Investment funding, took place in October, when delegates also visited the Internatinal Die and Mould Conference in Beijing.
News from GTMA (16 November 2005)
AC power sources give high performance
An enhanced range of high performance AC power sources incorporate linear amplifier technology that gives high performance in bandwidth or frequency range, fast response, low distortion and noise.
News from Caltest Instruments (16 November 2005)
Linear motor brake mechanism eliminates downtime
Linear motor brake mechanism for controlled deceleration and parking of vertical axes during power-down and power fail conditions provides a holding force of 200N.
News from Copley Motion Systems (16 November 2005)
Profibus conference to focus on user needs
Profibus UK has issued a Call for Papers for its annual UK conference, which is to to reflect a much stronger emphasis on the needs of the user community - including 'back to basics'.
News from Profibus Group (16 November 2005)
Jenoptik operating business is steady
Operating business of the Jenoptik Group on a comparable basis at last year's level, having achieved sales of EUR 1,360.7m and a result from operating activities of EUR 28.2m.
News from Jenoptik (16 November 2005)
Manufacturing sector numbers exceed service sector
More than 400 UK manufacturers gained inspiration to win the business battle at a North West summit with keynote speakers including former UN Commander Bob Stewart.
News from Manufacturing Institute (16 November 2005)
Leading questions asked on Profibus and Profinet
Technical Background Article Leading questions asked on Profibus and Profinet - the text of interview given by Dr Volker Oestreich, to the German publication, P and A magazine concerning Profibus is given here.
News from Profibus Group (16 November 2005)
High strength steel applied to impact beam
User Application Article High strength steel and extra reinforcement a new design of side impact beam improves crashworthiness and helps the automotive industry to lower the weight of its products and rationalise production.
News from SSAB Tunnplat (16 November 2005)
Metal detectable engineering plastics introduced
Metal detectable engineering plastics is specifically develope d for the food, pharmaceutical, packaging, bottling and canning, general enginineering industries applications.
News from E-Components and Chains (16 November 2005)
Rodless cylinders save on height and weight
Height, length and weight savings of 30% or more are achievable with low profile rodless cylinders compared to conventional rodless cylinder designs with similar load and thrust ratings.
News from SMC Corporation of America (16 November 2005)
Machining subcontractor masters MRP software
User Application Article Since implementation of MRP software, a subcontract machinist has only called on support five times, and only in the first two months since going live, with all enquiries being solved quickly.
News from Rent-I.T. Systems (16 November 2005)
Portal covers film insert moulding
A specialised independent website for Film Insert Moulding (FIM) professionals and end users, now comprises the most recent information for the FIM process including all the latest news. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (16 November 2005)
Compact grinding centre drills and mills too
Compact grinding center designed especially for the complete machining of relatively small parts features an automatic tool and wheel changer and can be used for drilling and milling tasks.
News from Koerber Schleifring UK (16 November 2005)
Grinding replaces broaching and milling
User Application Article A cost-effective alternative - that replaces the broaching and milling with grinding - has been developed for the process used to manufacture a variety of steering gear racks.
News from Koerber Schleifring UK (16 November 2005)
User-friendliness won CNC surface grinder deal
User Application Article The user-friendliness of a new surface and profile grinding machine, with Easy Drive and language-free, symbol-based operation, was the main factor that convinced a toolmaker to purchase it.
News from Koerber Schleifring UK (16 November 2005)
200th grinding centre delivered by Ewag
Ewag AG delivered their first EWAMATIC LINE in 1999 - only six years later, on June,1 2005, the Italian company TMD Rescaldina took delivery of the 200th Ewamatic Line in Etziken.
News from Koerber Schleifring UK (16 November 2005)
On-line sales covers chucks and collets
An all-new, on-line sales service specialising in engineering workholding equipment includes chuck jaws and a wide variety of varibore, spring and pull back collets at competitive rates. Brochure Available
News from 1st MTA (1st Machine Tool Accessories) (16 November 2005)
PICME cultivates the UK's North East
Middlesbrough-based PICME, the Process Industries Centre for Manufacturing Excellence, reports a growing presence and take up of services in the North and North East.
News from PICME (16 November 2005)
International Sales manager appointed by SGS
SGS United Kingdom , part of the worlds leading test and inspection service, has appointed of Kevin Welch to the position of "International Sales manager for Electrical and Electronics". Brochure Available
News from SGS (16 November 2005)
Meet RoHS legislation in electricals/electronics
Technical Background Article Comprehensive programme helps manufacturers meet RoHS legislation, which covers the restriction of lead and other potentially hazardous substances used in electrical and electronic equipment. Brochure Available
News from SGS (16 November 2005)
Remploy and Grundfos open manufacturing facility
Remploy and Grundfos celebrated their closer business ties by holding an official opening ceremony for the new Remploy unit at Grundfos' headquarters in Leighton Buzzard, UK.
News from Remploy Electronics (16 November 2005)
Gifted engineering apprentices receive awards
Some of the UK's most gifted young engineering apprentices will be honoured on Monday 14 November by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) with historic Whitworth Scholarships and Awards.
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (16 November 2005)
ESPIRIT World Conference dates set
CAM Software developer, DP Technology, announces its next user group gathering - ESPRIT World Conference 2006 - featuring the introduction of the next release of ESPRIT. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (16 November 2005)
Technology increases Ethernet system compatibility
Super Ring technology increases compatibility between industrial and commercial Ethernet switches - compatibility will be a critical issue for the whole system's network redundancy.
News from Korenix Technology (16 November 2005)
Wheel change saves GBP 300,000 on grinding
User Application Article Grinding wheel change increased camshaft production in 2005 by 40% to 1.4 million units without investing in extra machinery after its engineers undertook a detailed analysis.
News from Tyrolit (16 November 2005)
CAM and toolguide reduce programming time
Pathtrace's EdgeCAM, version 7.75, offers direct integration with the Sandvik Coromant CoroGuide electronic tooling catalogue, allowing EdgeCAM users to directly import tooling parameters.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (16 November 2005)
Latest laser offers more cutting performance
Latest laser package offers increased cutting performance as well as other benefits that include improved reliability, easier maintenance and improved finish on the cut-surface. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (16 November 2005)
Copper mill goes ahead in Abu Dhabi
User Application Article Emirates International Investment of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has ordered a single-strand copper rod system from Southwire Company of Carrollton, Ga.
News from Morgan Construction Company (16 November 2005)
Financial Services unite on Customer Experience
Edge IPK and HeathWallace Launch Experience Excellence
News from edge IPK (16 November 2005)
Huge savings with e-learning simulation
User Application Article Courseware mimics business application facilitating skills transfer to workplace
News from SkillWise (16 November 2005)
Bentley Named Technology Company of the Year
Award Recognises Company's 21 Years of Software Innovation and Service to Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Community
News from Bentley Systems (16 November 2005)
2006 BE Awards of Excellence: Student Competition
BE Careers Network sponsors and supports various student competitions to encourage growth and support of students education and interest in the AEC industry.
News from Bentley Systems (16 November 2005)
Personal Supercomputing Arrives
Personal Supercomputing Arrives with Mathematica Personal Grid Edition and Quad-Core Computers
News from Wolfram Research Europe (16 November 2005)
AutoCAD 2006 Features Boost User Productivity
Third Annual Evaluation Verifies Impact of Enhancements to AutoCAD Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (16 November 2005)
Moxa Solution Forum
Moxa's October Solution Forums "Brighten Up" the UK, Nordic Countries, and Australia
News from Moxa Technologies (16 November 2005)
Renishaw Selects UGS Tecnomatix
User Application Article World's leading manufacturer of industrial metrology and spectroscopy equipment selects UGS Tecnomatix to improve traceability
News from Siemens PLM Software (16 November 2005)
Major UK Estate Agency chooses Version One
User Application Article Major UK Estate Agency to streamline business with new Version One document management technologies
News from Version One (16 November 2005)
GM Supplier NX3 Update Training Program
User Application Article General Motors is migrating to NX3 starting December 5, 2005 and GM has decided to utilise online training for the NX3 Update.
News from iKnowledge Solutions (16 November 2005)
Microbalance DIY kits save analytical costs
CI Electronics, now supplies its versatile microbalance systems in kit form to allow researchers to make considerable savings when constructing specialist analytical equipment.
News from CI Electronics (16 November 2005)
Analysis software for field-test applications
EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering has released the EXpert Network Protocol Analyzer (NPA), a software solution that enables network service providers to quickly and easily identify network problems.
News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering (16 November 2005)
Reference substances and custom synthesis services
LGC has announced its migration of the Mikromol brand, most notably the range of pharmaceutical impurity reference standards, to its own brand at the 2005 Eastern Analytical Symposium.
News from LGC (16 November 2005)
Software integrates scanning with CMMs
Metris, the market leader for CMM based 3D laser scanning, has announced Metris Scan 4.1 and Metris Scan 4.1 Offline. Brochure Available
News from Metris (16 November 2005)
"Elcom" range of flat belt conveyors in the UK
"Elcom" range of flat belt conveyors available in the UK from Machine Building Systems. Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems (16 November 2005)
Materials handling when working at height
Technical Background Article Mark Adams, managing director of Transdek UK, offers the following advice on compliance with the new Work at Height Regulations in Great Britain.
News from Transdek UK (16 November 2005)
Fix City chooses FireStorm/DAO
User Application Article CodeFutures' Database Access Solution Chosen By Leading Financial Software Provider Fix city
News from CodeFutures Software (15 November 2005)
Elgorithms Releases MagicTracer 1.0
Raster-to-vector conversion software delivers fast, high-quality results
News from Elgorithms (15 November 2005)
Federation Software Expands Operations to Germany
New Sales Office in Germany to Serve European PLM markets
News from Federation Software (15 November 2005)
Portable 2.1 Subwoofer Speaker
Amacrox, a division of FSP Group announces the arrival of the Amacrox Portable 2.1 Subwoofer Speaker
News from FSP Group Ltd (15 November 2005)
Priam strikes a chord with leader in music exams
User Application Article The publishing company of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music has chosen Priam to supply them with a computerised royalties and licensing system.
News from Priam Software (15 November 2005)
Simulations enhance Geac Financials
Computer-based training (CBT) simulations will help financial managers get the most from two of Geac's solutions
News from SkillWise (15 November 2005)
KineticaRT Studio.NET- Logging Components
A New Powerful.NET Logging Component providing a High Speed Facility for Logging and Replaying Data via KineticaRT Logging Channels
News from Kineticart (15 November 2005)
New Pentium M Compliant Epic Form Factor SBC
High Performance, Expandable Epic form factor board comes fully equipped to meet a variety of transaction terminal applications
News from Axiomtek (15 November 2005)
The Mathworks continues direct student support
The MathWorks confirms second phase of sponsorship of UK students with Oxford University.
News from MathWorks (15 November 2005)
CAD/CAM Assembly Configuration Controls
Powerful assembly tool controls multiple assembly states
News from VX Corporation (15 November 2005)
General Availability of AFP Compare
Software Substantially Improves Accuracy, Saves Time and Reduces Production Costs in AFP Document Environments
News from Exstream Software (15 November 2005)
Standardisation of objects
On November 14th, the SysML Submission Team (SST), chaired by Sanford Friedenthal of Lockheed Martin Corp, will submit its proposed SysML specification to the OMG (Object Management Group) for review.
News from Artisan Software Tools (15 November 2005)
Manager for electronic sales
SGS United Kingdom has announced the appointment of Kevin Welch to the position of International Sales Manager for Electrical and Electronics. Brochure Available
News from SGS (15 November 2005)
Prototype components make the news
User Application Article 3T RPD's prototype components are being used every night by presenters on the ITN News.
News from 3T RPD (15 November 2005)
Sephora selects the Glass Polymer from Eastman
Sephora, a global leader of the beauty and healthcare products (BHP) sector has recently launched a new "Bain" range of products including a body exfoliating cream and a bodycare cream.
News from Eastman Kodak (15 November 2005)
Machine vision inspects solders at lower cost
Technical Background Article A generic machine concept for PCB manufacturers allows robust solder inspection for a fraction of the price of some of the larger automated optical inspection machines on the market.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (14 November 2005)
Inhibiting bacterial contamination in cleanrooms
Technical Background Article Emma Scowen looks at the development of the latest generation of anti microbial films, explains how they work and how they can be applied in cleanrooms. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (14 November 2005)
Achieve optimum results from film insert moulding
Technical Background Article By comparison with traditional methods of product decoration, such as spray painting, laser etching and applique, the FIM process offers excellent benefits to manufacturers says Peter Warwick. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (14 November 2005)
Software minimises mould robot set-up times
Plastics - Mould is a software product for easy programming of ABB robots used for plastic injection moulding applications, which minimises learning curve, set-up time and error recovery time.
News from ABB Automation Technologies (14 November 2005)
Facemills now have exchangeable cassettes
Face-milling cutters have an exchangeable cassett system to make easier adjustments between rough-, semi-finish steel and cast iron and mirror-fnish aluminium, cast iron and hardened steel.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (14 November 2005)
CMM builder's partnership programme expanded
CMM builder LK's partnership program now includes integration to the products of statistical analysis and reporting software company, Q-DAS and allow future expansion of SPC functionality.
News from LK (14 November 2005)
ATS takes action to improve operations
ATS Automation Tooling Systems has reported its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2005 - and announced measures designed to improve its future performance.
News from ATS Automation Tooling Systems (14 November 2005)
Rofin-Sinar reports strong results
Rofin-Sinar Technologies, a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance laser beam sources and laser-based solutions, has announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (14 November 2005)
Free 30 day trial offered for touch probe software
Renishaw is offering a free 30 day trial of its latest version of Productivity+, a powerful software package that simplifies the generation of touch probe routines for CNC machine tools. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (14 November 2005)
DNC uses Ethernet to link CNC machine tools
DNC machine tool communication system use the latest Ethernet technology, offers a fast and robust wired or secure wireless solution, giving the shop floor office networking capability.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (14 November 2005)
Satyam and Microsoft join forces in China
Satyam and Microsoft China join to realise multi-billion enterprise solutions market in Greater China region covering enterprise business and technology products
News from Microsoft (14 November 2005)
Kitchen manufacturer uses controlled gate switches
User Application Article One of the UK's largest manufacturers of kitchen furniture, has installed a new guarding and interlocking system to guard wood panel cutting and palletising conveyors.
News from Fortress Interlocks (14 November 2005)
'Specialist Distributor of the year' announced
Harting,a leading manufacturer of connectors and connector systems has announced that Phoenix Electronics has been selected as their Specialist Distributor of the year for 2004/2005.
News from Phoenix Electronics Distribution (14 November 2005)
Compact nibbler can pivot 360 deg when working
A compact portable metals nibbling machine that can pivot 360 deg during operation and cuts all types of sheet metal without deformation and punches plastics in a variety of applications.
News from Metabo (14 November 2005)
CNC turret millers are readily affordable
Turret head milling machines are being offered at affordable prices ranging from 'entry level' manual/CNC to CNC types with Millpwr or Anilam systems or larger types with Anilam or Fagor CNCs.
News from Ems Machine Tools (14 November 2005)
Thorite appoints NE England sales engineer
Bradford-based compressed air and fluid process systems specialists, Thorite, announce the appointment of John Terrell,as Capital Equipment Sales engineer for the North East of England.
News from Thorite (14 November 2005)
Zinc die-caster majors on miniature parts
Custom zinc die caster specializes in miniature parts production and uses high-speed four-slide machines for precision casting of parts and offers complete range of secondary operations and finishing.
News from Fielding Manufacturing (14 November 2005)
Rigid couplings allow precise alignment
Two-piece style rigid couplings made to tight tolerances in carbon steel are ideal as an alignment mechanism when the coupling is installed prior to the tightening of connected components.
News from Ruland Manufacturing Co (14 November 2005)
Modelling CAD system granted patent
Delcam has been granted a patent for Total Modelling CAD system method for adding logos, textures, styling details and other decoration to CAD models - in packaging, footwear, ceramics and toys. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (14 November 2005)
Welded high strength steel reduces truck weight
User Application Article Changing over the body to high strength steel, a new technically advanced design, and switching to a more advanced welding method - have cut light truck body weights by almost 30%.
News from SSAB Tunnplat (14 November 2005)
Plates and fittings loaded and CNC punched in one
User Application Article With a CNC punching and shearing system the production of plates and fittings is fully automated by infeed system with drag-chain cross transports, an infeed roller conveyor and a length measuring.
News from Voortman Automatisering BV (14 November 2005)
Catalogue details mould and die polishing
Mould and die polishing equipment catalogue from Engis (UK) includes superabrasive finishing systems for operations that demand precision surface polishing and close tolerance requirements.
News from Engis (UK) (14 November 2005)
2005 Global Market Leadership Award announced
Frost and Sullivan's recent analysis, World Electric Discharge Machines Markets, selected Mitsubishi Electric's EDM Division as the recipient of the 2005 Global Market Leadership Award.
News from HK Technologies (14 November 2005)
High strength steel bumper challenges aluminium
User Application Article An American automotive component manufacturer has developed a bumper made of advanced high strength steel but which weighs only roughly the same as a much more expensive aluminium bumper.
News from SSAB Tunnplat (14 November 2005)
Record numbers attend WorkNC presentations
A record number of WorkNC customers attended a series of presentations held across France thoughout October, where the new functions and features in WorkNC Version 18, were presented.
News from Sescoi International (14 November 2005)
Learn the secrets of welding efficiency
A free CD-Rom explains how welding efficiency can be maximised using automation, the correct choice of consumables and process optimisation, to relaise the maximum benefits of modern plant. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (14 November 2005)
Grooving system has variety of toolholders
A groove tooling system is available with a variety of toolholder shank sizes, insert shapes and groove widths for most types of CNC automatic lathes, small CNC tlathes and sliding head automatics.
News from NTK Cutting Tools (14 November 2005)
Fastener locking uses novel wrenching technology
User Application Article From demolition machines to top-fuel dragsters, industry is adopting an innovative fastener locking system that uses a unique wrenching technology to end failures and costly downtime
News from Stage 8 (14 November 2005)
SS weighers washed, cleaned easily
Two weighing machines are robustly constructed from food grade stainless steel and feature clean smooth lines for ease of washing and cleaning and give operational versatility and reliability
News from Stevens Group (14 November 2005)
Modular drilling system has long life
A modular drilling system, with disposable cutting tips that can be changed quickly both on and off the machine, has optimised cutting geometry that generates little or no burrs.
News from Kennametal UK (14 November 2005)
Boring system offers rigidity and precision
Presetable bore tool system has quiet operation and high metal removal capability and in with the HSK63-A interface provides an economical solution for all boring and fine boring applications.
News from Kennametal UK (14 November 2005)
Holes up to 7xD produced without spot drilling
A new tooling geometry for a modular drilling system designed for especially tricky drilling operations from 12.5mm to 40mm diameter has an outstanding self-centering capability.
News from Kennametal UK (14 November 2005)
Machining on CNC lathes with driven tools
Driven tools with VDI40 and VDI50 toolholders allows both drilling and milling to be performed on lathes with driven tool capability and reduce set-up time, improving productivity and flexibility.
News from Kennametal UK (14 November 2005)
Milling cutters have high aluminium removal rates
Milling cutters range with close pitch design allows aluminium faces to be milled more economically at high metal removal rates, with virtually no back cutting to generate high surface quality.
News from Kennametal UK (14 November 2005)
Chlorine-free grinding oil reduces misting
A bright, skin-compatible, chlorine-free and low-viscosity grinding oil is based on specially selected lowaromatic hydrocarbons and fulfils the requirements of DIN 31007 and EN 13478.
News from Fuchs Lubritech UK (14 November 2005)
Low foam lubricant improves alloy machining
User Application Article German aero engine builder uses a low-foaming, water-miscible cutting fluid for all operations on difficult-to-machine nickel and titanium alloys.
News from Fuchs Lubritech UK (14 November 2005)
Cutting oils' low evaporation, lessen fire risk
User Application Article 'Low-evaporation' cutting oils that significantly reduce emissions and fire hazards in the field of metalworking are used in truck crankshaft machining.
News from Fuchs Lubritech UK (14 November 2005)
Extraction systems also guard against fire
Extraction systems serve the suction and cleaning of oil and emulsion mist on machine tools as well as welding and soldering smoke and provide fire protection for oil-cooled machine tools.
News from LTA Lufttechnik (14 November 2005)
Small automatic measuring machine is versatile
Small automatic measuring machine is equipped with powerful measuring software that allows to meet any requirement of metrological inspection - simple or complex.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer (14 November 2005)
CMM oftware modules expand EMS further
Expanding on the concept of Enterprise Metrology Solutions, software modules for CMMs expedite programming and extend capabilities to other types of measurement equipment.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer (14 November 2005)
Portable CMM changes arm lengths in minutes
Portable CMM is a modular system that combines two different, quickly changeable arm sizes in one single equipment, thus allowing the best accuracy/volume ratio.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer (14 November 2005)
Cost-effective arm is for medium accuracy
Available in five different measuring lengths up to 4600mm, a cost-effective measuring arm is for the dimensional inspection of medium accuracy components.
News from Hexagon Metrology Europe, Romer (14 November 2005)
Stand-alone industrial OCR systems made quickly
Suitable for operation on Matrix Vision's PowerPC-based mvBlueLYNX smart cameras, software quickly creates stand-alone industrial OCR systems.
News from Value Engineering Alliance (14 November 2005)
Long lasting chain saves user over $16,000
User Application Article Long lasting chain has saved an American breeze block manufacturer over $16,000 in lost production since it was installed just over 16 months ago.
News from Renold Chain (14 November 2005)
Temperature loggers do not need PC
Two temperature loggers, log data from thermocouples, RTDs, thermistors, and semiconductor temperature sensors or from thermocouples only.
News from Measurement Computing (14 November 2005)
Hard-coated polyester film has 99% MRSA kill rate
Hard-coated polyester film that incorporates antimicrobial protection, has successfully undergone extensive testing by one of the UK's leading independent, analytical testing bodies. Brochure Available
News from MacDermid Autotype (14 November 2005)
LVDT position sensors measure position
24V DC-operated spring-loaded LVDT position sensors are ideal for a variety of position measurement and dimensional gauging applications.
News from Macro Sensors (14 November 2005)
Raise food factory productivity, profitability
Exhibition stand at the Foodex exhibition will show a virtual factory to show how food processing plants should operate to ensure optimum productivity and profitability.
News from Marco (14 November 2005)
Network development focuses on sensors, actuators
Plans for a new project to develop a network, using the media-independent, Common Industrial Protocol, targeted at simple sensors and actuators.
News from ODVA (14 November 2005)
Aluminium machine construction system expanded
aluminium machine construction system has been expanded to include a selection of round section aluminium profiles with a variety of closed and open grooves. Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems (14 November 2005)
Self-cleaning filters optimise production
User Application Article By switching to a new self-cleaning filter system that eliminates production stoppage due to filter cleaning and blocking, a confectionary plant has optimised production and quality.
News from Russell Finex (14 November 2005)
Forming software saves 10-15% metal costs
Metal forming software also identifies and highlights cost savings opportunities, and will enable users to achieve material cost savings of 10-15%.
News from Forming Technologies (14 November 2005)
Valves and welding systems are specialised
User Application Article L and N (Scotland) says is now well established as one of the leading valve and specialised welding system providers in the oil and gas market place.
News from Orbimatic (14 November 2005)
Storage equipment company is one of top 500
Bott has been listed as one of Europe's top 500 companies in a survey that measures company growth and job creation as criteria for inclusion in the 2005 Europe's 500 listing.
News from Bott (14 November 2005)
Special purpose machinery CAD design portal
An interactive CAD design portal where users can specify over 80,000 components from a factory automation catalogue in up to 0.01mm increments has been updated.
News from Misumi (14 November 2005)
Cittio Delivers Network Management On Demand
More than 10 New MSPs make use of Cittio Products, Resources, and Expertise to Build Sustainable Businesses
News from Cittio (14 November 2005)
Flynet expands technical team
Flynet's 90% growth in sales leads to expansion of technical team
News from Flynet (14 November 2005)
5 Million GBP Turnover Target for Pulsar
Pulsar Computing Celebrates 5th Birthday by Setting 5 Million GBP Turnover Target
News from Pulsar Computing (14 November 2005)
Gold Sponsorship of CAD Communities
CD-adapco and ConnectPress are proud to announce CD-adapco's Gold Sponsorship of the CATIA, Pro/E, SolidWorks and Unigraphics Communities.
News from CD-adapco (14 November 2005)
Automotive trim manufacturer selects Idhammar
User Application Article Idhammar asset management is now deployed in automotive interior trim manufacturer to replace the use paper, Excel spreadsheets and an Access database.
News from Idhammar Systems (14 November 2005)
Nick Clarke to lead transport sector expansion
Tessella has announced that Nick Clarke will lead their continued expansion into the transport sector.
News from Tessella Support Services (14 November 2005)
Java Security strengthened
VIA PadLock Strengthens and Accelerates Security for Java-based Online and Desktop Applications
News from VIA Technologies (14 November 2005)
ESI Group launches Pam-flow/AS
ESI Group launches Pam-flow/AS for aerodynamic shape optimisation
News from ESI Group (14 November 2005)
Intrinsically safe serial text displays
BEKA associates has recently enhanced its BA484D and BA488C intrinsically safe serial text displays. Brochure Available
News from Beka associates (14 November 2005)
USB data acquisition modules cut cost per channel
Data Translation has announced two new additions to the ECONseries of low-cost USB modules, the DT 9813-10V and the DT 9814-10V designed for applications requiring higher numbers of input channels.
News from Data Translation (14 November 2005)
Drug discovery improved
User Application Article IDBS, a world leader in the management of drug discovery data, has announced the latest implementation of its flagship product, ActivityBase.
News from IDBS (14 November 2005)
Explosion proof digital pressure transducer
Inertial Aerosystems has a new explosion proof precision pressure transducer for use in hazardous environments. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (14 November 2005)
Online access to calibration progress
A web based tool from Livingston allows contract calibration customers access to equipment status, exposure reports, ability to raise collections on line and total asset management.
News from Livingston UK (14 November 2005)
Analytical kit updated
After almost three years of use v:kit 1 for HPLC has been fully updated.
News from NLG Analytical (14 November 2005)
New quality management tools
Developments at Quality Systems International, the information software group, have greatly extended the range of quality management tools they can offer, according to Managing Director Clive Collier.
News from Quality Systems International (UK) (14 November 2005)
Free safety seminars for machine safety
Machine safety specialists Schmersal and Laidler Associates are offering a series of free 'Safety Seminars' that will cover all aspects of machinery safety with Puwer Regulations.
News from Schmersal UK (14 November 2005)
Raman sampling automated with accessory
Thermo Electron has announced the introduction of its new Carousel Autosampler accessory, designed for use with the Nicolet Almega XR dispersive Raman microscope and NXR FT-Raman spectrometers.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) (14 November 2005)
Weighing aspects of legal metrology
The first students to have successfully completed the course in the weighing aspects of legal metrology have been awarded their Certificates of Competence.
News from UK Weighing Federation (14 November 2005)
Multi-channel digitizers have up to 8 channels
Gage Applied Technologies, has announced that a new family of multi-channel digitizers that will be available in early 2006.
News from Gage Applied Technologies (14 November 2005)
User friendly inspection results from CMM
LK has announced a major enhancement to the solutions it can provide to customers wanting more user friendly analysis of inspection results, suitable for reading by non experts.
News from LK (14 November 2005)
40 MHz sampling digital storage oscilloscopes
TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is now offering the new Tektronix TDS1001 family of 40 MHz sampling digital storage oscilloscopes.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (14 November 2005)
Sleeved Jar Marks 100 Years Of Pickled Herrings
User Application Article Rexam Glass Dongen in The Netherlands, is producing Ouwehand's anniversary jar to celebrate 100 years supplying pickled herring to the Dutch market.
News from Rexam Glass (14 November 2005)
Retro Styled Shampoo Bottle Ensure Brand Awareness
User Application Article Schwarzkopf and Henkel, in collaboration with RPC Kutenholz, has brought a new shampoo bottle on to the market under its well-known Poly Kur brand.
News from RPC Containers (14 November 2005)
Food Grade Weighers For Bins, Boxes And Tubs
Stevens Weighing Group is introducing two new models to its Vantage range of products. The Euro-weigher and Knee-weigher are constructed from food grade stainless steel and feature clean smooth lines.
News from Stevens Group (14 November 2005)
Shrink Wrapping For Sausages From Word Of Mouth
User Application Article A word of mouth recommendation from a satisfied customer has helped Ulma Packaging win new business with one of the UK's leading producers of quality sausages.
News from Ulma Packaging (14 November 2005)
Engineering plastic stock is metal-detectable
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching Detectamet metal detectable engineering plastic.
News from E-Components and Chains (14 November 2005)
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