News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 January
to Saturday 14 January 2006
Heat transfer training modules made available
Special training modules make it possible to build-up the expertise in a short time to an acceptable level once being introduced into this 'wonder world' of heat transfer.
News from Heat Transfer ABC (13 January 2006)
Integrated drive reduces rejects
Highly integrated performance drive offers users precision, repeatability and a high level of operating reliability in positioning applications, resulting in fewer rejects.
News from Sick (UK) (13 January 2006)
Test rig analyses gas springs in-depth
A custom-engineered test rig, designed and manufactured entirely in-house by Industrial Gas Springs, providesx fast and accurate analysis of all types of gas spring.
News from Industrial Gas Springs (13 January 2006)
Gates' export achievements rewarded
Gates Power Transmission's Dumfries factory has received en award from UK Enterprise Minister, Nicol Stephen for its achievement in exporting products.
News from Gates Power Transmission (13 January 2006)
Thin, film-like products tested
Table-top test system measures measures the burst strength and resilience of a variety of personal care and pharmaceutical products.
News from Stable Micro Systems (13 January 2006)
Ten good reasons to reappraise robotics
Even as global investment in industrial robots surges to record levels, the uptake of this technology in the UK continues to lag behind other industrial countries.
News from Barr and Paatz (13 January 2006)
UK recycling and waste show returns
Claimed to be the biggest and best attended show for the recycling and waste management industry, RWM will be returning to Birmingham, UK, with more space and a new look.
News from Emap Maclaren - ECA & PFC (13 January 2006)
Manufacturing software provider seeks partners
Epicor Software Corporation has announced a partner recruitment project aimed at expanding its European channel for its enterprise and manufacturing solutions.
News from Epicor (13 January 2006)
Torque tool calibration centre completed
Torque tool calibration and repair facility has completed its world class Calibration Lab and Customer Support Center - scheduled to begin on January 23, 2006.
News from Team Torque (13 January 2006)
Butterfly valve isolates non-compatible fluids
Double block and bleed butterfly valve provides an inline separation cavity when both valves are in the closed position and isolates two non-compatible fluids such as CIP and product.
News from Tyco Flow Controls (13 January 2006)
Sandvik Coromant appoints managing director
Sandvik Coromant UK has appointed Dave Purchase as the organisation's new managing director - he takes over from Mike Walker who is now vice president, Coromant Region Europe.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (13 January 2006)
Laser tube cutters also saw, drill and punch
User Application Article Advanced laser tube cutting machine consolidates as many as six manual operations such as sawing, punching, drilling and deburring into a single continuous cutting process.
News from BLM-Group UK (13 January 2006)
Contract manufacturing for mining, telecoms, oil
With sales set to rise by at least 20 per cent at Kenard Engineering's Tewkesbury contract manufacturing operation, director Keith Ellis maintains the business is looking forward to 2006.
News from Kenard Engineering Company (13 January 2006)
Embrace Convergence by 2008
Technical Background Article Almost three-quarters of global enterprises expect to migrate to a fully converged network by the end of 2008, according to research released today by industry analyst firm IDC.
News from BT Global Services (13 January 2006)
With CBT People Learn the Product as They Use It
A slim application enables rapid creation of an effective computer-based training for guiding people around any program, presentation, or a website while they are actually operating it.
News from Engineering Adventures (13 January 2006)
Management buy-out for LapiStor
LapiStor announced that senior management within the company have completed a buyout of the firm.
News from LapiStor (13 January 2006)
New RAID Network Attached Storage controller
LapiStor provides greater business continuity with new RAID Network Attached Storage controller
News from LapiStor (13 January 2006)
RAID prices tumble - as the New Year opens
As the New Year gets underway, the cost of RAID protected data storage looks set to fall still further this year
News from LapiStor (13 January 2006)
Never too small for Storage Area Networking
Technical Background Article Information, and therefore storage decisions, are at the heart of every IT infrastructure in every small to medium sized business in the UK today.
News from QLogic (13 January 2006)
Insuring a journey to success
User Application Article New system makes life easier for travel insurance consumers
News from Retail Answers (13 January 2006)
Greater Manchester Fire burns out roster issues
User Application Article Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service needed an advanced system to efficiently manage flexible rosters for its 1625 operational staff
News from Smart Human Logistics (13 January 2006)
Sunopsis partners The Data Warehousing Institute
Partnership fostered by a shared commitment to enable the successful deployment of data warehousing and business intelligence initiatives.
News from Sunopsis (13 January 2006)
Network labelling brings order to chaos.
Technical Background Article Industrial Ethernet cabling requires a higher level of labelling and marking
News from Silver Fox (13 January 2006)
UML 2 and SysML compliance at Embedded World 2006
At Embedded World 2006 (Hall 10, Stand 408), ARTiSAN Software tools will be demonstrating ARTiSAN Studio v6.0.
News from Artisan Software Tools (13 January 2006)
Encoded photometric infrared spectroscopy disk
Aspectrics has announced the receipt of a fifth US patent for its Encoded Photometric Infrared Spectroscopy disk technology and associated optics. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (13 January 2006)
Access optical time domain reflectometer tests
Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has announced the introduction of the AXS-100 Access Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) for fiber-to-the-x (FTTx) test applications.
News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering (13 January 2006)
Global product data management system
User Application Article Labtronics has announced that Genzyme has chosen Labtronics' industry-leading LimsLink solution to provide the integration capabilities required to achieve their goal.
News from Labtronics (13 January 2006)
Characterisation of zeta potential
User Application Article Researchers at St George's Hospital Medical School in London have used a Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS in the production of the first ever electrophoretic fingerprints to be used in this area of research.
News from Malvern Instruments (13 January 2006)
Secure internet shopping for calibration standards
Whitehouse Scientific has introduced an enhanced secure ordering and payment system on its website. Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific (13 January 2006)
Standards and calibration route to filtration
Dr Graham Rideal, managing director of standards and calibration company Whitehouse Scientific, has been elected to a second consecutive term as Chairman of the Filtration Society. Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific (13 January 2006)
High Efficiency, Low Cost DC-DC Converter
High Efficiency, Low Cost DC-DC Converter For Wireless Power Amplifiers Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics (13 January 2006)
Improving Gift Wrap Rolls With End Labelling
User Application Article Advanced Dynamics has been chosen by Hallmark Cards to provide specialist equipment to improve the labelling of gift-wrap rolls for the shelves of Marks and Spencer's stores in the UK.
News from Advanced Dynamics (13 January 2006)
New Film Suitable For High Packaging Speeds
Combining easy processing with a spectrum of mechanical properties, Borealis's new Borstar FB4370 grade film is said to offer new and improved packaging for polyethylene (PE) converters.
News from Borealis (13 January 2006)
High Strength Durable Belts On Show At Ipack-IMA
Belt Technologies Europe, the supplier of precision steel belts, drive tapes and complementary pulleys is underlining the benefits of its product range at Ipack-IMA 2006.
News from Belt Technologies Europe (13 January 2006)
Packaging And Bottling Metal Detectable Plastic
E-Components and Chains has launched Detectamet WS metal detectable engineering plastic. Specifically developed for the food, pharmaceuticals, packaging, bottling and canning.
News from E-Components and Chains (13 January 2006)
First FMCG Gen 2 RFID Tagged Cases And Pallets
User Application Article The Educational and Productivity Solutions (E and PS) business of Texas Instruments is the first consumer goods supplier to ship Generation 2 (Gen 2) RFID tagged cases and pallets to Wal-Mart.
News from Texas Instruments RFID Systems (13 January 2006)
Dispenser tops off for water-tight protection
Ideal for bagged fertilizer, concrete, mulch, and concrete block, brick pavers, paper products or export shipments.
News from Lantech (13 January 2006)
Advanced Dynamics provides solution for Hallmark
The latest deal signed by Advanced Dynamics could serve as a lesson in how quality service allied to top-class products can lead to a host of repeat orders.
News from Advanced Dynamics (13 January 2006)
Crowcon Detection is SAFEcontractor accredited
Crowcon Detection Instruments is one of a group of successful companies to join a leading edge scheme designed to help industry improve its safety record. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (13 January 2006)
Lifting Solutions to distribute Verlinde products
Lifting Solutions of Barnsley, UK, is continuing its growth and expansion with a major partnership initiative with Verlinde.
News from Lifting Solutions (13 January 2006)
Automatic arc welding equipment catalogued
MIG, MAG and FCW welding equipment brochure gives full technical and ordering information on the latest generation of MIG/MAG welders, torches and wire feed units. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (12 January 2006)
Plain faced profiles added to machine system
In its machine building systems, Item have taken its plain faced profile concept further by introducing into the 'Line 8' system three new profiles without any visible grooves on any face. Brochure Available
News from Machine Building Systems (12 January 2006)
Pump resists 10 years' constant usage
User Application Article When maintenance became necessary inside a spray system protecting a historic warship, after ten years of constant service it was found that only a stator of a pump needed replacing.
News from Mono Pumps (12 January 2006)
Software introduced for ACR data loggers
A software package for ACR data logging products available in the UK includes new 'Alarm Dial Out' that connects with a modem and programmed with a pager number to dial if an alarm condition exists.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (12 January 2006)
Contract machining operation sales rise 20%
With sales set to rise by at least 20% at Kenard Engineering's Tewkesbury, UK, contract manufacturing operation is entering into 2006 with the highest level of confidence in almost a decade.
News from Kenard Engineering Company (12 January 2006)
Loadstar Sensors receives $1m Series A financing
Loadstar Sensors, a leading designer and manufacturer of capacitive sensors, announced that it has completed a $1 million Series A financing to support ongoing product development.
News from Loadstar Sensors (12 January 2006)
Special apprentice achievements rewarded
In the UK's ETF Kent Apprentice of the Year Awards, EDF Energy's Ian Trim picked up the Award for Special Achievement and a brand new top of the range multifunction tester as a result. Brochure Available
News from Megger (12 January 2006)
MSc course boosts medical manufacturing skills
A new MSc course which aims to address the shortage of high-calibre technical staff within the pharmaceutical and medical device engineering sectors has been launched by Cranfield University.
News from Cranfield University (12 January 2006)
Evaporative cooling solves factory problems
User Application Article Leading manufacturer of frozen own label ready meals has found a cost effective answer to its cooling and heating problems by installing the state-of-the-art evaporative cooling at its factory. Brochure Available
News from Seeley International (Europe) (12 January 2006)
Grease offers high performance under heat
Polyurea grease,is designed to offer excellent performance in heavy industry bearings and provide operators with reduced maintenance levels, improved bearing life and increased uptime. Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants (12 January 2006)
Low cost recorder fits in the hand
Latest data recorder is so compact it will fit in the palm of a hand and has signal conditioners and 16-bit A-D converters to digitally record dynamic strain and voltage signals at high speeds
News from Sensors UK (12 January 2006)
International water jetting conference announced
A 'Call For Papers' has been issued for the 18th International Water Jetting Conference - around for 30 years, water jetting technology continues to find new industrial applications.
News from BHR Group (12 January 2006)
Antivibration company standardises on PLM software
User Application Article Paulstra, a leader in automotive antivibration technology, is to standardises on Teamcenter as its Product Lifecycle Management 'backbone' to provide a common technical data repository worldwide
News from Siemens PLM Software (12 January 2006)
Camera has outstanding thermal sensitivity
Highly refined thermal inspection system delivers outstanding thermal sensitivity and precise temperature measurement for the most accurate high-resolution thermal images - in real time. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (12 January 2006)
SMT production line ups capacity by 65%
User Application Article Automation specialist has installed part of a new surface mount technology production line at a contract electronic manufacturer to increase the company's manufacturing capacity by over 65%.
News from Contax (12 January 2006)
Crown Graphic acquires Fairford Electronics
UK manufacturer of instrument charts and pens Crown Graphic Group has acquired Fairford Electronics - designers and producers of high tech digital devices for the control of electric motors.
News from Crown Graphic (12 January 2006)
Profiled buffers offer low-cost damping
A range of high performance co-polyester elastomer profile buffers offers a low cost damping solution where a moving mass does not need to be decelerated to an exact datum position.
News from Ace Controls International (12 January 2006)
Tool measures wafers to atomic levels
A non-destructive, nanotechnology weight metrology tool - to handle high volume production of 300mm semiconductor wafers - offers atomic layer measurement accuracy.
News from Metryx (12 January 2006)
CMM retrofit gives big productivity boost
User Application Article When faced with increased production at a construction products manufacturing facility the company also had to measure more features, in the same amount of time, than ever before. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (12 January 2006)
Free electronic probe stylus catalogue issued
A free CD features a wide range of electronic probe styli that will be of interest to all users of touch probes, whether installed on CMMs, CNC machine tools or portable measuring arms. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (12 January 2006)
Infrared cameras gain innovation award
The Frost and Sullivan 2005 Product Innovation Award in the field of machine vision inspection systems goes to FLIR Systems in recognition of the company's developments. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (12 January 2006)
Damage diagnosis instrument to be launched
Damage diagnosis instrument can be used to balance any rotors or shafts in one or two planes and is available with an extended operational balancing function thanks to new redeveloped hardware. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (12 January 2006)
Printed materials proofread automatically
Automated proofreading system targets inspection of pharmaceutical product sheets and other printed materials enables manufacturers to detect and correct errors early in their production processes.
News from Value Engineering Alliance (12 January 2006)
Valve dispenses precise beads or shots
Material-dispense valve delivers precise beads and exact shots when precision dispensing low- to high-viscosity flowable materials, or used in high-speed stitching or repetitive on-off applications.
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (12 January 2006)
Harting re-structures UK operations and names MD
Interconnect Technology Group Harting has re-structured its UK operations with the creation of a new company, Harting UK, which will act as the holding company for two operating entities.
News from Harting (12 January 2006)
Coriolis mass flowmeter has FOUNDATION Fieldbus
Latest Coriolis mass flowmeter has FOUNDATION Fieldbus communications - ensuring interoperability with other field instruments and offering cost reductions by the use of multi-drop wiring.
News from Yokogawa UK (12 January 2006)
Gearbox combines power with versatility
Using a full complement of precision-needle bearings a gearbox offers a wide assortment of output face options along with high radial load and output torque performance. Brochure Available
News from Parker Electromechanical Automation USA (12 January 2006)
Wire EDM turns and machines complex parts
High speed rotary spindle wire-EDM machines parts down to a diameter of 10 micron accurately and cost effectively and produces difficult or complex shapes, or very small parts.
News from Hirschmann Engineering UK (12 January 2006)
GE joins with ASC to support automotive industry
GE - Plastics announced a new collaboration with specialty-vehicle company ASC, - to give car buyers unique and exciting factory-installed options to suit their 'lifestyles'.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (12 January 2006)
'Entry level' air blast machines introduced
Surface preparation and finishing equipment specialist has launched a new range of seven economically priced, entry level machines - including air, shot and suction blast technology. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (12 January 2006)
Stereolithography dispute resolved
DSM Somos,has reached an agreement in principle to settle the patent litigation currently pending between the two companies in Germany and to cross-license patents relating to SLA materials. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (12 January 2006)
Robotic insertion cell eases large panel handling
User Application Article Robotic Insertion press cell reduces the labour content and automate the process of applying M4 and M6 self clinch nuts, studs and stand-offs to very large control cabinet panels.
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools (12 January 2006)
Leadership programme for executives
Acevo has chosen Cranfield School of Management as its partner to provide an innovative new leadership programme for senior executives operating in the Third Sector.
News from Cranfield School of Management (12 January 2006)
Agile Enterprise Integration Platform
Enterprise Integration Platform (EIP) enables efficient integration of Agile PLM applications into service-oriented architectures
News from Agile Software (12 January 2006)
Binary Resource Signs Up UK Sub-Distributor
Binary Resource Signs Up UK Sub-Distributor MexTec to Support Sales Drive
News from Binary Resource UK (12 January 2006)
Project Clock Version 8 Released
CyberMatrix Corporation has released version 8 of Project Clock, an easy to use project time tracking and time billing software application.
News from CyberMatrix Corporation (12 January 2006)
Lyquidity Solutions announces its wiki facility
Financial software and services company Lyquidity Solutions has announced the launch of its wiki facility.
News from Lyquidity Solutions (12 January 2006)
SANblade Pro HBAs Ship with HP ProLiant Servers
QLogic SANblade Pro 4Gb PCIe HBAs Shipping with HP ProLiant Servers Featuring a Suite of Innovative Technology Advancements that Result in "A Better 4Gb"
News from QLogic (12 January 2006)
SoftSols launches mobile maintenance management.
Agility Mobile Expert puts the power of information at the fingertips of remote engineers.
News from SoftSols Group (12 January 2006)
Strategic Marketing Alliance for Mobile Solutions
Mobile Technology Leaders Sign Letter of Intent to Market Best-of-Class Mobile Hardware and Software Solutions for Retail, Construction and Facilities Management Applications
News from GiveMePower Corporation (12 January 2006)
NI Flexible-Resolution Digitiser Best in Test
Test and Measurement World Names NI Flexible-Resolution Digitiser Best in Test Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (12 January 2006)
XKO Software Partners Version One
IT solutions provider, XKO Software has announced a partnership agreement with Version One, the award-winning document management and imaging software provider.
News from Version One (12 January 2006)
Technical, engineering, rail and IT recruitment
NES Group - the specialist technical, engineering, rail and IT recruitment company - has appointed Phil Lanigan as Group Finance Director.
News from NES Group (12 January 2006)
Convenience Store Dips In Durable Resealable Pots
User Application Article A new range of dips from the leading UK convenience store chain Spar utilises the versatility of RPC Blackburn's Thor pot.
News from RPC Containers (12 January 2006)
Smart Label Measures Time For Appliance Products
Timestrip, which markets a label technology for accurately measuring elapsed time, has secured a contract to supply its smart labels to Hamilton Beach and Proctor-Silex.
News from Timestrip UK (12 January 2006)
Encompix ERP Software records 'spectacular year'
Encompix has filled the manufacturing software requirements of Engineer-to-Order companies since 1992 and has seen an outstanding number of new clients during 2005.
News from Encompix (11 January 2006)
Maintenance scheduled, managed and tracked
One of the few maintenance software packages to pass Microsoft's certification tests, FastMaint allows planned and preventive maintenance tasks can be scheduled, managed and tracked.
News from SMGlobal (11 January 2006)
Integrated ERP ups manufacturing efficiency
By taking advantage of the integrated nature of integrated ERP, along with revamping approaches to product design and information hand-offs, many ETO manufacturers reduce product design time by 40%
News from Visibility (11 January 2006)
Chain cuts downtimes at packaging plant
User Application Article A US packaging manufacturer has cut downtime on much of its plant and machinery by switching to a chain that provides seven to eight months' life - saving three production downtimes.
News from Renold Chain (11 January 2006)
Digital Kanban makes manufacturing leaner
A huge growth is recorded with an Internet-based lean manufacturing digital Kanban on-demand delivery platform that eliminates lengthy, complicated and expensive infrastructure upgrades.
News from Datacraft Solutions (11 January 2006)
Proportional valve inlet pressure raised
Proportional valve inlet pressure range has been extended from 12 bar to handle an input pressure of 16 bar, thus allowing users to increase flow rates from 3600 litre/min to 5000 litre/min. .
News from Norgren (11 January 2006)
Brochure describes test and measurement
A comprehensive 40-page brochure available in both print and PDF formats describes test and measurement interconnection through specific product details and customer application descriptions.
News from ODU UK (11 January 2006)
Updated Web site details assets management
Updated Web site with a new client support portal describes integrated products, which combined, provide a comprehensive solution for building and maintaining remote asset management systems.
News from Controlstar Systems (11 January 2006)
Monitoring electric motor condition
Training modules based on lectures cover aspects of electric motor condition monitoring and potential failure analysis, covering the most common failure modes.
News from Whitelegg Machines (11 January 2006)
Digitisation speeds up MIG/MAG welding
The internal digital communications of basic and Synergic MIG/MAG welding power sources make them 10 times faster than earlier designs - helping to improve weld quality.
News from Kemppi (UK) (11 January 2006)
Turbine, compressor diaphragms aligned easily
A system to measure the alignment of diaphragms in turbines and compressors replaces wire and sound micrometer devices with a laser beam and detector unit, making it less susceptible to vibration. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (11 January 2006)
Systems benefit CMMs and CNC machine tools
High-speed broken tool detection, PC software for part inspection on machine tools and an ultra-compact high accuracy touch probe for small machining centres will be demonstrated in Belgium. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (11 January 2006)
Push rod actuators have precise accuracy
The latest, easy-to-install, thrust rod actuators deliver the speed of a belt-drive system with the accuracy of a precision screw axis and the clean reliability of a linear motor.
News from Micromech (11 January 2006)
Split shaft seals simplify maintenance
'Set and Forget' split shaft seals for dry powder and bulk processes are ideal for food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries, where frequent product changes and wash-downs are required. Brochure Available
News from FTL Seals Technology (11 January 2006)
Product guiding system cuts resetting time by 80%
Automatic product guiding system that solves a long-standing productivity bottleneck in conveyor lines increases output, and payback time may be less than a month if resetting is five times/week.
News from FlexLink Systems (11 January 2006)
Smart carts automate recipe compilation
User Application Article A 'Smart Cart' minor ingredients weighing system - originally developed to overcome the constraints of labour-intensive ones - is being expanded to double the number of feeder stations from 20 to 40. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (11 January 2006)
Grinding machine demand spurs investment
To meet rising demand for internal and external production grinding machines, a plant has installed a large capacity, precision way grinder for the machining of hydrostatic, friction-free way systems.
News from Service Network (11 January 2006)
Automated system packs meat for despatch
An automated system for packing fresh meat into trays offers maximum production efficiency, comprehensive quality control and reductions in both product waste and manpower requirements.
News from Ishida Europe (11 January 2006)
Over 400 enterprise software orders despatched
Provider of industry-specific enterprise software for mid-market companies has announced that over 400 companies have received latest re-configured versions of its Vantage 8.0 and Vista 8.0 products.
News from Epicor (11 January 2006)
Gear motors and X-ray master meat processing
User Application Article An integrated drive system has the geared motor and the variable speed drive unit encapsulated and protected against the wet and often harsh conditions that exist within food production environment.
News from Leroy Somer (11 January 2006)
Download measurement data at any location
A standalone data logger uses GPS technology to identify its location and GSM network to communicate with a modem-equipped PC - so one can download measurement data from anywhere in the world. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (11 January 2006)
Catalogue covers test and measurement
Test and Measurement Product Catalogue covers sourcing and measurement products, DC switching, RF switching and measurement, data acquisition, semiconductor testing, and optoelectronics testing. Brochure Available
News from Keithley Instruments (11 January 2006)
Modular blast room prepares wheels
User Application Article To meet growing product demands a small Airblast modular blast room has provided a self-contained blast cleaning facility in a tight factory space for preparing tractor wheels
News from Airblast (11 January 2006)
Arc Energy Resources increases turnover by 15%
Arc Energy Resources - a weld overlay and cladding specialist - has reported a 15% increase in turnover for 2005, almost doubling last year's growth figure to achieve a turnover of GBP 2.3 million.
News from Arc Energy Resources (11 January 2006)
Improve corrosion protection to tooling products
Finishing process imparts a low temperature, non-polluting black oxide anti-corrosion coating to high value tooling components such as toolholders, workholding and turret press tooling.
News from Birchwood Casey (11 January 2006)
Avoiding the costs of bearing contamination
Technical Background Article Avoiding the costs of bearing contamination can safeguard production, says Roger Turner, as the costs of premature bearing replacement as a result of failure due to contamination can be considerable. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (11 January 2006)
Clamps for European press brakes improved
Manual clamps for European style press brakes aree coated with Nitrex, which ensures that the location faces do not become scratched or bruised during the loading or unloading of tooling.
News from Wilson Tool International (11 January 2006)
Variable area flowmeters have many options
Variable area flowmeters use standard glass flowtubes, while frame options are available with stainless steel connections and 'Viton' seals, or nickel plated brass connections and nitrile seals.
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (11 January 2006)
UK employers rate skills shortages a key threat
UK employers across the manufacturing sector see skills' shortages as a significant threat to business performance in 2006, according to a business poll released recently.
News from Foundation Degrees (11 January 2006)
Product testing company returns to the USA
Mecmesin have announced they are marketing their broad line of force and torque measurement products directly in the USA and Canada and is now selling through a new distributor network. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (11 January 2006)
CNC wood machining software speeds cabinets
Woodworking CNC machining centre manufacturer has introduced cabinet component machining software, which is designed to speed up and simplify cabinet design and production.
News from Masterwood (UK) (11 January 2006)
ERP software provider records record growth
Technology Group International, a leading ERP software solution provider, has announced record growth in 2005, with sales of its 'Enterprise 21' software having increased by 100% in 12 months.
News from Technology Group International (11 January 2006)
UML tool software selected as corporate standard
AgustaWestland has selected ARTiSAN Studio as its corporate standard UML tool for software and systems development, based on ease of use and Ada code reversing capabilities.
News from Artisan Software Tools (11 January 2006)
Trends in mould and die making reviewed
Technical Background Article Surviving European mould makers are investing in CAD/CAM and unmanned machining to reduce labour costs, shorten delivery times and meet overseas competition, writes Mike Page.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles (11 January 2006)
Openreach - open for business
Openreach - the new part of BT created to deliver installation and maintenance services on behalf of Britain's telephone and internet service providers - is now open for business.
News from BT Global Services (11 January 2006)
BT wins EUR 30 million contract
User Application Article BT wins EUR 30 million contract with German health insurance organisation AOK
News from BT Global Services (11 January 2006)
BT Radianz and Metabit connect
BT Radianz and Metabit connect to support a growing community of high performance traders in Asia
News from BT Global Services (11 January 2006)
Leading the search for the next Bill Gates
Microsoft, BT and Ubiquity help the world's young software developers achieve success
News from BT Global Services (11 January 2006)
Sunopsis links up with Leniosoft
Sunopsis has signed a distribution agreement with Leniosoft, based in Baden-Dattwil, to increase its market coverage in Switzerland and better support the needs of local enterprises.
News from Sunopsis (11 January 2006)
EIS issues call for papers
The Engineering Integrity Society (EIS) has issued a call for papers for its 'Engineering Integrity' journal.
News from Engineering Integrity Society (11 January 2006)
Cimpa continues to reap DS CAA V5 partner benefits
User Application Article Cimpa's new composites tape-laying solution is a product of profitable partnership with Dassault Systemes
News from Dassault Systemes (11 January 2006)
Battle of British engines - which is best?
A new poll to unearth the favourite Best British engine invention is being carried out by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (11 January 2006)
Lego and National Instruments collaborate
National Instruments and the Lego Group have announced their collaborative development of the software component of the next generation of Lego Mindstorms robotics. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (11 January 2006)
Current sensors feature 20A dynamic range
Allegro MicroSystems Europe has introduced a new family of bidirectional linear Hall-effect current sensors that combine a 20 A dynamic range with an internal resistance of only one milliohm.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (11 January 2006)
Data sharing and integration
ASC has announced the implementation of new archiving capacity through the use of DBLAN software, developed by ASC's partner in Poland, Bila Trading.
News from ASC telecom (11 January 2006)
Characterization of metro and access networks
EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering's FTB-200 Compact Platform is a lightweight and portable test platform optimized for multi-technology, multi-application characterization of metro and access networks.
News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering (11 January 2006)
Engine peak meter simplifies condition monitoring
The new engine peak meter from Kistler has been designed to simplify condition monitoring and preventative maintenance of large marine diesel propulsion engines.
News from Kistler Instruments (11 January 2006)
Machine offers pull-to-break tensile testing
User Application Article A research project is to investigate aspects of wire/rod network design and specification, with "pull-to-break" tensile testing using an EZ50 materials testing machine from Lloyd Instruments.
News from Lloyd Instruments (11 January 2006)
Dewpoint instruments for nuclear plant
User Application Article Dewpoint instruments manufactured by Michell Instruments have been supplied to engineers working at the Chernobyl nuclear plant in the Ukraine, formerly part of the Soviet Union. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (11 January 2006)
Actuators deliver speed and precision
The latest PowerRod actuator, the PRC from Micromech, delivers the speed of a belt-drive system with the accuracy of a precision screw axis and the clean reliability of a linear motor.
News from Micromech (11 January 2006)
Alignment of diaphragms in turbines, compressors
Fixturlaser Turbine, a new system designed to measure the alignment of diaphragms in turbines and compressors is now available from SKF. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (11 January 2006)
Show features quality engineering solutions
Southern Manufacturing and Electronics show organisers report record levels of interest being generated from visitors and exhibitors alike.
News from Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show (11 January 2006)
Compact ICP emission spectrometers
Thermo Electron has announced the launch of its new iCAP 6000 Series, featuring the most compact ICP emission spectrometers available on the market, the iCAP 6300 and the iCAP 6500.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (11 January 2006)
Nestle To Trial Smart Labels For Opened Products
Global food company Nestle is about to begin full-scale trials of Timestrip smart labels within its UK foodservices division.
News from Timestrip UK (11 January 2006)
Rollshrink for tight package
Cryovac Rollshrink gives custom look in tight package Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (11 January 2006)
Portable gas monitor is compact, light and rugged
Extending the family of Tetra portable gas monitors, the lightweight Tetra:3 from Crowcon Detection Instruments combines extremely rugged design with small size and simple operation. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (11 January 2006)
Emergency Duty team gains lone worker protection
User Application Article Members of Sefton Council's Emergency Duty Team have been given greater security and peace of mind following the adoption of the Identicom lone worker device.
News from Connexion2 (11 January 2006)
Custom-designed high-visibility hedgehogs
User Application Article Spike the hedgehog is among The Department for Transport's most recognisable road safety mascots and has featured in a number of television advertisements.
News from Strata Designs (11 January 2006)
High-visibility clothing and accessories
User Application Article Strata has designed and manufactured 40,000 high-visibility stickers as part of the 2005 'Walk to School' campaign that took place in 30 countries.
News from Strata Designs (11 January 2006)
Rapid injection moulding speeds low volumes
Rapid injection moulding, with a web-based customer interface and software, and CNC machine tools, has radically changed the economics and lead times of prototype and low-volume production.
News from Protomold UK (10 January 2006)
Awards to honour young women engineers
Five outstanding women are competing for the prestigious Young Woman Engineer of the Year Award that seeks to challenge the perceptions of engineering that society holds.
News from Institution of Incorporated Engineers (10 January 2006)
Icore joins forces with Stratoflex
Icore International, a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of specialist PTFE hose products, has joined forces with Stratoflex, a US-based hose division of Parker Hannifin.
News from Icore International (10 January 2006)
Power analyser offers IEC61000-3-2 test function
An advanced calculation function has been introduced as an option for a precision power analyser to support customer requirements for more advanced and complex power analysis capabilities.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (10 January 2006)
EXFO to acquire assets of Consultronics
EXFO is to acquire the assets of Consultronics to strengthen its position as a 'one-stop shop' for triple-play testing in access networks and to provide an opportunity to leverage sales channels.
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (10 January 2006)
Animatics to expand European operations
Animatics has announced a European operations and expansion programme
News from Animatics (10 January 2006)
Single board computer supports ISA
DMA mode high performance single board computer features Gigabit and Fast Ethernet, SATA-150, and optional LVDS LCD, Mini PCI, and DOC features for most reliable operations.
News from Axiomtek (10 January 2006)
Vertical lift provided for aluminium fluxing
User Application Article To provide high quality molten aluminium to a foundry, for melts up to 1000kg, flux and a carrier gas are injected and mixed into the melt requiring a lifting system for the flux injection machine. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (10 January 2006)
Sawing system builder increases turnover
RSA Entgrat- und Trenn-Systeme and Co announces an increase in turnover in double figures for the fiscal year 2005 and is working on more sawing system innovations in 2006.
News from RSA Entgrat- u. Trenn-Systeme (10 January 2006)
High-tech machining service introduced
Rodmatic, a leading market specialist in the production of high volume turned parts has established a division to provide hi-tech manufacturing using the latest generation of CNC machine tools.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (10 January 2006)
Standard used on PROFIBUS and PROFINET
With Version 4.0 of its PROFIdrive profile Profibus International has created a standard that can be used on both PROFIBUS and PROFINET and to freely select the optimal communication system.
News from Profibus Group (10 January 2006)
Right-angle plug is 30% lighter
Right-angle plug is 30% lighter than previous models, and up to 10% smaller than previous sealed models, yet has a design that greatly improves mechanical strength at reduced cost. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Connectors (10 January 2006)
Stopping leakage reduces compressor need
Technical Background Article Experts estimate that a great many of the compressors used in compressed air systems could really be dispensed with because they only run to make up for the unnecessary loss of air and pressure. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (10 January 2006)
Air line flow rates measured efficiently
A thermal mass flow meter enables operators to achieve much greater precision of flow rate and consumption measurements in compressed air systems and provides a sound basis for plant optimisation. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies (10 January 2006)
Slender-probe viscometer withstands high pressure
A range of in-line process viscometers has been extended with a slender-probe device particularly suited to high-pressure lines and gives a production manager tight control over concentrate viscosity. Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (10 January 2006)
Advanced linear motors offer high performance
A new series of high performance ironless linear servo motors utilises the most advanced linear motor technology currently available to develop extremely high force densities at low weight.
News from Anorad UK (10 January 2006)
Multi-axis device controls complex motions
Designed to meet the demands of the most complex motion control systems, an advanced multi-axis motion controller series features a 'state-of-the-art' precision motion systems.
News from Anorad UK (10 January 2006)
Infor agrees to acquire Datastream.
Infor, leading providers of enterprise software solutions, has signed of a definitive agreement forit to acquire Datastream - a provider of asset performance management software.
News from Infor (10 January 2006)
Simplified fixturing suits small batches
Technical Background Article Part two, of this short series by REM Systems, further explains the Erowa Flexible Manufacturing Concept (Erowa FMC) and proposes the use of off-line presetting.
News from REM Systems (10 January 2006)
GDS restructures US management team
As the global operation of industrial display manufacturer Global Display Solutions continues to grow, the company has announced a new management structure at its US headquarters .
News from GDS (10 January 2006)
Vertical machining centres gain latest CNC
Matchmaker VMC 820 and VMC 1100 vertical machining centres have been upgraded with Fanuc 0i-MC control built-in as an integral part of the machine and floor area requirement reduced.
News from Matchmaker M/C (10 January 2006)
High pressure wash modules save space
High-pressure wash modules for cleaning machined components can now be installed under a typical workbench or production line platform, thus utilising what would otherwise be wasted space.
News from Curtis Assemble & Test (10 January 2006)
Three-phase control combined with smooth start
Designed for three-phase applications with motors rated up to 15kW, soft starters combine the economy of two-phase control with the smooth acceleration normally only achieved by more expensive models.
News from Moeller Electric (10 January 2006)
Control exhibition brought to the door
Keeping abreast of the latest trends in industrial control technology has never been easy - and increasingly the pressures of daily business prohibit engineers from visiting exhibtions and seminars.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (10 January 2006)
Toys testing capabilities extended
In response to the pending introduction of new EN standards, Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services inspections and auditing services, has extended its toy testing capabilities.
News from Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services (10 January 2006)
Twin-screw feeder delivers precise batch size
High-volume twin-screw feeder delivers precise batch size and weight by combining fast, high-volume filling with accurate dribble flow at the end of the cycle.
News from Metso BEST (10 January 2006)
Optical emission spectrometer to check steel
User Application Article Leading global producer of flat carbon steel, long carbon steel and stainless steel, has chosen an optical emission spectrometer as part of its steelworks modernisation program.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (10 January 2006)
Contact probes will increase turning capacity
Specialist precision engineering subcontractor is upgrading its extensive turning capabilities by retrofitting contact probes for tooling and component measurement on five of its lathes.
News from Burcas (10 January 2006)
Subcontractor invests in precision machining
Key to expansion of its dedicated prototyping and precision machining of small batches of aluminium components is the purchase of a GBP 300,000 Mikron XSM 600U universal five-axis machining centre.
News from Hemlock Engineering (10 January 2006)
Threads inspection is automated
User Application Article Ever stricter specifications for the acceptance of automotive parts have increased the pressure for 100% quality inspection of all manufacturing processes- including screw threads.
News from Orlin Technologies (10 January 2006)
Identec signs two-way reseller agreement
Identec Solutions, a leader in radio frequency identification innovation, has signed a two-way reseller agreement with Integrated Business Systems and Services.
News from Identec Solutions (10 January 2006)
Plastics conveyor belting is metal detectable
Metal detectable plastics conveyor belting is manufactured from a specially formulated material based on high impact, food contact approved plastics and the smallest particles are detectable.
News from E-Components and Chains (10 January 2006)
Ceramic components production automated
User Application Article A system that automates the five stages of manufacturing has increased production of high dielectric ceramic components for GPS aerial antennas by more than 50%.
News from Mechatronic Solutions (10 January 2006)
When Chartered Engineers Certificate is needed
If you are planning to export machinery or equipment into India then you will need a Chartered Engineers Certificate and it applies to any equipment.
News from Northwick Associates (10 January 2006)
Achieving productive 'one-hit' machining
User Application Article Twin-spindle twin-turret CNC lathe fitted with a robot part-loading system has transformed a general subcontractor into a world-leading brand in the mountain bike aftermarket.
News from Turning Technologies UK (10 January 2006)
CNC sliding head auto allows faster response
User Application Article Latest generation sliding head CNC automatic lathe will be a subcontractor's first step to expand its fast response high precision production service into the small part turn/mill sector. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (10 January 2006)
Laser calibration reduces costs, ups accuracy
User Application Article Laser calibration reduces costs and gives four-fold accuracy improvement for CNC water-jet cutting machine manufacturer, which is experiencing rapid sales growth. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (10 January 2006)
Dugard to market Hyundai machines in Russia
Hyundai-Kia has appointed C Dugard, UK, to represent a product range that spans some 34 different models of lathe and machining centre in the Russian sales territory. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (10 January 2006)
Direct part mark reader is hand-held
Handheld direct part mark reader provides reading of all printed and direct part mark codes for manufacturers implementing part traceability programmes in tmany industries. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK (10 January 2006)
Large 5-axis centre mills, turns in 'one hit'
A multi-function, travelling column machining centre for machining complex components weighing up to six tonnes in 'one hit' has a universal 2-axis machining head.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (10 January 2006)
CAD/CAM speeds architectural stone machining
User Application Article CAD/CAM software is playing a major role in streamlining the production of stone components, not just to ensure that they are available on time, but also fit together 'right first time'. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam (10 January 2006)
Kaizen improves machine building performance
Machine tool builder has an ongoing commitment to Kaizen, which operates throughout the company's global organisation, and generates improvements across all business areas. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (10 January 2006)
Womenswear retailer uses loss prevention software
UK womenswear retailer New Look is aiming to cut losses through shrinkage by using IntelliQ's RetailKey Loss Prevention (RetailKey LP) software at its 535 stores throughout the UK.
News from IntelliQ (10 January 2006)
Has EPOS become a commodity?
Technical Background Article Has EPOS matured to such an extent that it can be purchased as a commodity, like electricity?
News from Retail Answers (10 January 2006)
Stock and Sales System for English Heritage
User Application Article English Heritage selected Megabyte's integrated EPOS, EFT, warehouse and merchandising system
News from Retail Answers (10 January 2006)
CAM improves multi-task machining efficiency
User Application Article Simultaneous machining optimisation of all the various elements of the machine using a powerful CAM is absolutely crucial if the full benefits are to be achieved and amortisation period minimised.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (10 January 2006)
Detectamet food conveyor belting in five grades
E-Components and Chains (ECC) is launching Detectamet Metal Detectable Plastic Conveyor Belting in the Hygiene Colour Blue.
News from E-Components and Chains (10 January 2006)
Ultrasonic gas leak detector is omni-directional
Groveley Detection is launching a new omni-directional airborne gas leak detector that responds to pressurised gas leaks.
News from Groveley Detection (10 January 2006)
Top loading robot speeds packaging
Space-saving design of a powerful new top loading robot with compact dimensions, large payload and high top speed is optimised for high speed packing operations on moving conveyors. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 9 January 2006)
Milling development cuts machining costs by 50%
User Application Article The introduction of a close pitch milling cutter is instrumental in increasing surface speed and reducing machining times by as much as 50% in medium and finish machining applications in steel. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) ( 9 January 2006)
Toolmakers invited to meet the buyers
The 2006 'Meet the Buyers' event, offers attendees an opportunity to meet and sell face to face with moulding and toolmaking buyers from major companies representing many industry sectors.
News from GTMA ( 9 January 2006)
Control valves pass 100,000 stem cycles
Control valves that are now fitted with Supagraf Control gland packing to meet the stringent VOC emission control levels specified in ISO 15848 achieved 100,000 stem cycles without leakage. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co ( 9 January 2006)
Braking resistors fit into confined spaces
Braking resistors designed for applications such as lifts, elevators, cranes and high inertia loads, particularly where space is limited, can be custom engineered to fit into awkward spaces. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) ( 9 January 2006)
Tooling storage system is easier
Tool storage cabinet is said to be ideal for automotive special tooling, maintenance tools, tool archives or any industrial environment where space is at a premium.
News from Bott ( 9 January 2006)
CAM and CIM avoid move to larger factory
User Application Article A woodworking contractor iis streamlining its methods using the latest CAM/CIM technology - which it believes will enable it to sustain development without having to move to a larger site. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam ( 9 January 2006)
CNC can be configured to match skills
The concept behind a CNC system being introduced to 'Mini-Mill' machine tools is to enhance their capability and productivity by allowing the control to be configured to match existing skills. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 9 January 2006)
Modelling software upgrade is free
CoCreate Software has announced a special upgrade offer for 'Designer Drafting' allowing free upgrade to 'OneSpace Designer Modeling' with cost of the first year of supportpaid by user.
News from CoCreate Software ( 9 January 2006)
Free connector samples to be given at show
Phoenix Contact will give a free M12 Speedcon connector sample, together with other incentives to obtain an electric torque screwdriver, at the UK's forthcoming Machine Building 2006 show.
News from Phoenix Contact ( 9 January 2006)
Die set converts blanking press for shearing jobs
Oscillating shear die technology tools turn a conventional blanking press into a high production trapezoid and parallel shape blanker.
News from COE Press Equipment Corporation ( 9 January 2006)
Improved gantries offer operational flexibility
Low cost gantries incorporate a number of technical innovations, and are designed to address a wide range of inspection, pick-and-place, assembly or dispensing applications.
News from Anorad UK ( 9 January 2006)
Museum highlights plastics role in packaging
The RPC Group is sponsoring the 'Plastics Showcase' in the new UK Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising, in order to help highlight the role of plastics in packaging history.
News from RPC Group ( 9 January 2006)
ERP products evaluated for Asian plant
User Application Article When a Swiss multinational company and largest manufacturer of plastics tube production equipment decided to start operations in Asia, they evaluated various ERP products.
News from SourcePro Infotech ( 9 January 2006)
Innovation Engineering names UK distributor
Nnovation Engineering (Kingnut uk), are pleased to welcome Product Brokers as a nominated distributor of the Kingnut Trade Box and associated products in the UK.
News from Innovation Engineering (Kingnut UK) ( 9 January 2006)
Create complex calculations, which use OPC tags
Calculation engine based on Microsoft Visual Basic.Net allows users to easily create create complex calculations, which use OPC tags as inputs to equations and outputs of results.
News from Exele ( 9 January 2006)
Management system provides accurate coding
User Application Article A leading milk and other dairy products supplier has installed a package coding management system to eliminate risk and ensure accuracy and efficiency of package coding for a broad range of products.
News from Claricom ( 9 January 2006)
Machine vision module enhances inspections
Machine vision development module, a comprehensive suite of vision software tools, improves system efficiency and saves money by increasing quality control in the manufacturing process. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 9 January 2006)
Air hoists contract awarded
JD Neuhaus, claimed to be the world's leading manufacturer of air hoists, has been awarded a contract to supply BOP handling systems for five jack-up oilrigs to Keppel Fels, Singapore.
News from Neuhaus ( 9 January 2006)
Ultrasonic sensors are user-friendly
Ultrasonic sensing capability, provided in a familiar, 'industry-standard' guise, delivers all the power of ultrasonic detection within the same enclosure as a photoelectric sensor.
News from Sick (UK) ( 9 January 2006)
Structures protected with UV coatings
Custom UV coatings are supplied for protecting various substrates such as stone, marble and metals, and include a portable ultra-violet curing system.
News from Synchron ( 9 January 2006)
System retrofits robots to CNC press brakes
Believed to be the first retrofittable system for automating press brakes, a system brings a robot into coordinated motion with any brand of down-acting CNC hydraulic press brake.
News from Automated Concepts ( 9 January 2006)
High performance wipes reduce VOC emissions
High performance wipes (cleaning cloths) have enabled users to significantly reduce VOC emissions and solvent use within their manufacturing processes without adversely affecting production. Brochure Available
News from Mykal Industries ( 9 January 2006)
Flexible chopshooter has high speed, accuracy
A range of mid- to high-volume SMD placers now features a chipshooter that provides high-speed, high-mix, high-accuracy production for applications such as automotive, memory boards.
News from Assembléon ( 9 January 2006)
Micro slide table meets constant downsizing
Double acting pneumatic slide table can be considered in any applications where micro size and high accuracy are needed - such as positioning, clamping and lightweight work piece transfer.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) ( 9 January 2006)
Fan cools large cabinets and enclosures
A 254mm AC fan - driven by a powerful shaded pole motor and featuring a precision ball bearing system - is designed for cooling of all types of large cabinets and enclosures.
News from Aerco ( 9 January 2006)
Enterprise asset management done in Chinese
Enterprise asset management software now supports Simplified Chinese language and enables asset-centric enterprises in China to take advantage of powerful software capabilities.
News from Invensys ( 9 January 2006)
Maintenance strategies increase 'uptime'
Reliability and maintenance professionals seeking to improve the consistency and cost-effectiveness of maintenance programs can now learn more about intelligent predictive maintenance strategies. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 9 January 2006)
UK machine tool exhibition space is filling up
In January, 2006, the organisers of the UK's MACH machine tool tool exhibition said that stand space was 94% sold with 450+ confirmed exhibitors.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association ( 9 January 2006)
Cleaning system cleans micro tooling
User Application Article In the manufacture of micro-tooling for non-silicon micro components, a cleaning system has been developed, which is capable of removing very fine particles without damaging surface finish.
News from Engis (UK) ( 9 January 2006)
Innovation the key to growth for engineering
Specialist automation solutions company GB Innomech is celebrating a period of record growth in 2005, with turnover increasing by 100% in the last 12 months.
News from GB Innomech ( 9 January 2006)
Ballbar monitors 500 CNC machine tools
User Application Article Truck manufacturer's plant maintenance has implemented a comprehensive and well-structured maintenance strategy, which includes a ballbar system to monitor over 500 large CNC machine tools. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 9 January 2006)
Avoid involvement with expensive energy
With rocketing energy prices, most manufacturing businesses will want to shop around for the best deal when their contract renewal is due, and should avoid becoming 'locked' into expensive contracts.
News from Utility Auditing ( 9 January 2006)
CAD/CAM speeds rail car building
User Application Article CAD/CAM software helps Chinese rolling stock builder to design and manufacture passenger cars as quickly as possible for the country's rapidly expanding high speed rail network. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 9 January 2006)
Hardening temperatures measured without contact
Technical Background Article Temperature measurement is easily handled by precise devices and the use of pyrometers for non-contact measurement has been proven to be successful for induction hardening applications.
News from Impac Infrared ( 9 January 2006)
Feedback static control is flexible
Feedback system is now installed in a number of factories for automatically controlling the problems of static and has been proven in thermoforming, slitting/rewinding and gravure printing. Brochure Available
News from Meech International ( 9 January 2006)
Seminars cover machine safety and business
Manufacturing-oriented seminars will be delivered at the UK's Southern Manufacturing Show on a wide variety of issues, ranging from 'Machine safety' to 'Accelerating your business development'.
News from ETES ( 9 January 2006)
CMM's scanning platform offers high accuracy
A completely redesigned bridge-type CMM features a next generation scanning platform, offering levels of accuracy normally associated with articulating or active scanning technology.
News from Carl Zeiss, Metrology Division ( 9 January 2006)
Sheet metal components measured accurately
Planar sheet-metal/flat-sheet measurement systems can measure a component's height and shape millions of times at an accuracy of up to +/-0.025mm.
News from InspecVision ( 9 January 2006)
Evalue reveals AMD GX2 SBC with RoHS compliance
Evalue has introduced the ECM-3512, a 3.5-inch ADM GX2-based single board computer.
News from Avalue Technology ( 9 January 2006)
Coordinate measuring machine has scanning platform
Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology has launched Contura G2, a new breed of coordinate measuring machine (CMM).
News from Carl Zeiss ( 9 January 2006)
Indium gallium arsenide detector array for US army
User Application Article Goodrich has been awarded a contract from the US Army's Rdecom Cerdec Night Vision and Electronic Sensors Directorate to design, develop and deliver an indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs) detector array.
News from Sensors Unlimited ( 9 January 2006)
Static and dynamic sealing seminar
A comprehensive two day seminar explores mechanics of static and dynamic sealing and offers practical problem solving techniques.
News from Sensor Products ( 9 January 2006)
Presentations for engineers and industrial SMEs
The Southern Manufacturing Show's Technical Seminar programme has built a justifiable reputation for delivering not-to-be-missed presentations on subjects vital to engineers and industrial SMEs.
News from Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show ( 9 January 2006)
Power analyzer has calculation function
An advanced calculation function has been introduced as an option for the Yokogawa WT3000 precision power analyser to support requirements for advanced and complex power analysis capabilities.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement ( 9 January 2006)
Portable CMM moves and takes up less space
User Application Article A large manufacturer of precision standardised components for use in injection moulding and die-casting tools finds portable CMM the most versatile and best choice. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK ( 9 January 2006)
Instruments for food industry stay focussed
The three R's that world renowned Food Technology has focussed within the development of their unique range of texture analysers for the 21st century. Brochure Available
News from Food Technology ( 9 January 2006)
New Swedish office for LIMS firm
Starlims, a front-running global provider of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), has opened a new office in Stockholm. Brochure Available
News from Starlims ( 9 January 2006)
Digital phosphor oscilloscopes
Tektronix has announced the introduction of new DPO7000 Digital Phosphor Oscilloscopes (DPOs). Brochure Available
News from Tektronix ( 9 January 2006)
Oscilloscope probes are feature rich
Tektronix, a worldwide provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, has introduced a new probe interface architecture and a new family of versatile, feature-rich probes. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix ( 9 January 2006)
Wine analysis with analyser
Thermo Electron has announced a new application for wine analysis using its Nicolet Antaris FT-NIR analyser.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) ( 9 January 2006)
Signal and dual channel arbitrary generators
TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) has been appointed as distributor for the 300 family of Smart instruments from Rohde and Schwarz.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 9 January 2006)
High-speed line operating in Khmelnitsky
With the installation of the first cast stretch line in Ukraine, Battenfeld Gloucester is strengthening its market leadership in Europe.
News from Battenfeld Gloucester Engineering Co ( 9 January 2006)
MeasuringPAD saves time during data acquisition
Dranetz-BMI is introducing the MeasuringPAD, a new portable data acquisition instrument.
News from Dranetz-BMI ( 9 January 2006)
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