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Sunday 25 December
to Saturday 31 December 2005

RAD now includes sketch, signature capture

Following customer demand the team at MobiForms have added signature capture and sketching capabilities into the latest release of MobiForms 2.21.

News from Mobiforms (30 December 2005)

Used screwfeeding systems offered

A selection of low-usage Nascomatic automated screwfeed and pneumatic driving systems feature a multi-million cycle pneumatic logic element.

News from Wholesale Feeders (30 December 2005)

Hardware platforms boost network performance

A wide range of network appliances have been introduced to boost network performance and include standalone or rackmount network hardware platforms for SOHO, SMB, and enterprise markets.

News from Axiomtek (30 December 2005)

Orbital forming and rivetting machines offered '

Off-the-shelf' and bespoke machines and equipment for use in orbital forming and riveting application are now available in the UK and Europe as well as impact rivetting machines.

News from Northwick Associates (30 December 2005)

Rubber synchronous belt resists shock loads

Powerful 8mm pitch rubber synchronous belt has a conveyor cord which is characterised by its superior tooth jump resistance and shock load resistance.

News from Gates Power Transmission (30 December 2005)

Peanut butter production control updated

 User Application Article  As it was the sole peanut butter production facility in the group, time scales for updating were critical and stringent site surveys were required to ensure installation within the allocated window.

News from Rospen Industries (30 December 2005)

Computers raise fork-lift truck usage efficiency

 User Application Article  Recently installed computer platforms have vastly improved manufacturing efficiency, through the reduction of production downtime, when machines lay idle waiting for fresh supplies.

News from Captec (30 December 2005)

Controller has high performance and accuracy

Gravimetric controller is for automating small to mid-size materials handling machines and systems, with simple configuration and programming of control, drive and communication tasks.

News from Rospen Industries (30 December 2005)

Coatings applied without overspray or mist

Spray valve that features a slim and long nozzle enables the spraying of any available coating material more accurately and repeatedly without any overspray or mist.

News from Dima SMT Systems NL (30 December 2005)

Manage all design and manufacturing processes

 Technical Background Article  Alex Chernyak describes System CAD (SCAD) as a new method of managing all activities during system design and manufacturing processes of electro-mechanical equipment.

News from TurboTools Corp (29 December 2005)

Integrated drives raise motion control flexibility

Compact version of an integrated drive for for sinusoidally commutated, linear or rotary brushless servomotors, DC brushed and stepping motors is suited to multi-axis distributed control applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Aerotech (29 December 2005)

Motors used in demanding motion control

High-performance brushless servomotors are well proven as integrated components in a wide range of linear and rotary positioners and are also used for demanding motion control applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Aerotech (29 December 2005)

Intelligent fastening speeds machine building

An aluminum profile based machine building system has an intelligent and practical, fastening system that will reduce assembly time and costs.  Brochure Available 

News from MiniTec UK (29 December 2005)

Gas springs are maintenance-free, install easily

Gas springs that offer controlled stop positioning with dynamic-end damping provide effortless opening and closing of doors and lids and are maintenance-free.

News from Stabilus (29 December 2005)

Chips disposed of at cutting tool area

Machine tool chip processing system compacts chips permanently right where they are generated, while at the same time separating them from the cooling lubricant.

News from Roschiwal + Partner Ingenieur (29 December 2005)

Software automates design and documentation

Software automates design and documentation of Hardware Electrical Systems used in highly integrated process equipment, high-tech instrumentation, any kind of electromechanical assemblies.

News from TurboTools Corp (28 December 2005)

Stepper module expands motion control

A stepper motor control module for Allen Bradley's Point I/O is ideal for applications where low-cost of ownership are key for successful control system design and operation.

News from AMCI (28 December 2005)

Integrated warehouse and sawing optimise output

 User Application Article  Production managers need to be able to guarantee efficient production processes, reduced unit costs and short delivery times, usually while at the same time increasing volumes.

News from Friedrich Remmert (28 December 2005)

Tools of 4kg automaticaly changed in 0.8s

An extremely flexible, space-saving electric tool changing system developed in co-operation with Miksch, is freely programmable and wear-free and integrates easily with machining centres.

News from Roschiwal + Partner Ingenieur (28 December 2005)

Low weight transmission develops high power

An extremely low-weight high-performance transmission, developed to customer order in conformance with the specified installation space, develops 40kW yet weighs just 9kg.

News from Roschiwal + Partner Ingenieur (28 December 2005)

Visualisation optimises production management

Process visualisation systems are provided world-wide for the optimal connection of management and production regarding the vertical and horizontal integration of business processes.

News from gbo datacomp (28 December 2005)

Two day US seminars on mechanical joining arranged

Comprehensive two day seminar that explore the science of fastening technology and mechanical Jjining is being organised across the USA and offers practical problem solving techniques

News from Sensor Products (27 December 2005)

Automation software comples with new IEC standards

Believed to be the world's first automation software to be compliant with both IEC 61131 and IEC 61499 industrial standards it will change the way in which control systems are built.

News from ICS Triplex (27 December 2005)

Hysteresis tension control raises press output

 User Application Article  Hysteresis tension control systems reduce downtime and increase production of a high precision pressing machine at the UK's largest rubberised printing sheet manufacturer.  Brochure Available 

News from ZF Great Britain (27 December 2005)

Stand-alone work storage systems demonstrated

Major supplier of motor sport workshop and tool storage systems, will be using the Autosport International to launch a number of innovative products designed specifically for motor racing.

News from System Store Solutions (27 December 2005)

Metris to sponsor Midland Formula One Team

MF1 Racing, the Formula One team owned and operated by The Midland Group, is pleased to welcome Metris as official industrial supplier to the team for the 2006 season.  Brochure Available 

News from Metris (27 December 2005)

Medical device manufacturing software shown

Software for producing STL files using data from MRI and CT scanners will be demonstrated for the first time at the Medical Device Technology exhibition to be held in the UK in 2006.  Brochure Available 

News from Delcam (27 December 2005)

Major hire order placed for weld flaw detectors

One of the world's leading rental specialists, Ashtead Technology, is demonstrating its commitment to the market by substantially increasing its fleet of ultrasonic flaw detectors.

News from Ashtead Technology Rentals (27 December 2005)

Digital planning software introduced for SMEs

Manufacturing process planning software is pre-configured for SMEs to quickly establish a digital planning environment, allowing collaboration during their process planning and detailing activities.

News from Delmia (27 December 2005)

Electromagnetic shakers ensure precise metering

Family of small electromagnetic shakers is designed specifically for tight fitting processing and packaging distribution lines that require precise metering and low maintenance drives

News from Key Technology (27 December 2005)

Valve catalogue includes design hints

'Material Dispense Valves for Adhesives, Sealants and Lubricants' catalogue includes information and illustrations depicting the 'Principles of Valve Design' and custom-designed valves.

News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (27 December 2005)

Elastomer system is abrasion-resistant

A very versatile two component, abrasion resistant elastomer for high performance bonding, sealing, casting and encapsulation applications combines characteristics of epoxy resins and polyurethanes.  Brochure Available 

News from Master Bond (27 December 2005)

Rapra Technology is ahead of its growth curve

Rapra Technology, Europe's leading plastics research and technology organisation, goes into 2006 on a wave of growth and is expected to top the GBP 9 million barrier for the first time.

News from Smithers Rapra (27 December 2005)

Powder coatings data added to knowledge base

Application notes relating to the powder coatings and pharmaceutical industries have been added to Malvern Instruments' Mastersizer 2000 section of its knowledge base.  Brochure Available 

News from Malvern Instruments (26 December 2005)

Automation hardware configuration link established

Hardware configuration link for automation technology and electrical engineering enables a bidirectional connection of ECAE systems with the configuration of the control and process control systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Aucotec (26 December 2005)

Trailorised steam systems service responds quickly

Brochure describes mobile steam generating service and details mobile trailerised hire steam boilers are available from 455 kg/h to 9000 kg/h, systems firing on natural gas or oil fuel supplies.

News from Watkins Hire (26 December 2005)

Mobile traceability demonstration unit tours UK

Industrial marking specialist has custom designed and built a mobile demonstration unit, which in early 2006, will travel the UK visiting companies who have recognised the importance of traceability.

News from Technifor (26 December 2005)

DC motors offer high response level

Three ranges of simple, compact, DC brush servo motors provide the high levels of response, torque, accuracy and reliability required in demanding motion applications.

News from Inmoco (26 December 2005)

Quality data monitoring raises truck quality

 User Application Article  Integrating inspection and production systems to improve traceability and quality - truck manufacturers are constantly dealing with quality problems and part shortages due to product variation.  Brochure Available 

News from ASI DataMyte (26 December 2005)

Vents and panels access shielded enclosures

A comprehensive range of attenuation vents and EMC screened viewing panels are used on shielded enclosures where there is a need for either convectional or forced-air cooling.

News from Aerco (26 December 2005)

Ultrasonic detector makes tremendous savings

Logis-Tech Associates reports a 45% increase in sales of its EP2400 ultrasonic leak/stethoscope detector from April to December 2005, compared with the same period in 2004.  Brochure Available 

News from Logis-Tech Associates (26 December 2005)

Event brings in sheet metal machine tool orders

LVD (UK) reports that its recent Open House days were a resounding success, 30 companies attended over the three days and the company has received three orders from the event.

News from LVD (UK) (26 December 2005)

Machine vision product training schedules set

Industrial Vision Systems provide a full range of machine vision training services from basic introductions through to advanced training on complex vision system solutions.

News from Industrial Vision Systems (26 December 2005)

Drive and motor repair service opened

Electronic repair centre can offer a centralised motor and drive repair solution for local UK customers across equipment ranging from robotic automation systems to presses in steel mills.  Brochure Available 

News from Eriks UK (26 December 2005)

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