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Sunday 5 March
to Saturday 11 March 2006

Cleaning service includes demonstration centre

By combining skills in chemistry and engineering Enviro Tech partner, Fraser Technologies, ensures all aspects of a cleaning process are balanced to give precise results.  Brochure Available 

News from Enviro Tech Europe (10 March 2006)

Electronic companies combine service expertise

Prism Electronics and Micro Circuit Engineering have combined their expertise to integrate 'chip-on-board' and surface mount assembly for both printed and flexi-rigid circuit boards.

News from Prism Electronics (10 March 2006)

Stacking signal tower gives flexible assembly

Signal towers feature a twist and lock assembly system that is quick and easy to use - a maximum of seven components will build signal towers from one to five colours, with or without alarm.  Brochure Available 

News from Lenze (10 March 2006)

Welding/cutting gas service packages introduced

Combine key welding, metal cutting, shielding, inerting and other industrial gases products and services have been launched to give comprehensive support to UK industry.

News from BOC (10 March 2006)

Compressed air systems specialist expands

Compressed air and fluid process systems specialists, Thorite, have completed plans for a major capital investment programme and has installed the latest, automated carousel warehousing systems.

News from Thorite (10 March 2006)

Visibility offered for 'cost-critical' decisions

'What if' cost trade-off analysis from component to assembly to product to production facility level is available with cost management software patform for discrete manufacturing industry.

News from aPriori (10 March 2006)

Decision support system combines with ERP

Decision support system combines with Enterprise 21 ERP to provide over 1300 views into the Enterprise 21 data.

News from Technology Group International (10 March 2006)

Automating production risk assessment

The workflow capabilities in VISIBILITY.net software are available on each and every transaction giving customers complete flexibility executed as their specific business requires.

News from Visibility (10 March 2006)

Pie-making kept in compliance with EU standards

 User Application Article  A leading manufacturer of silos, storage tanks and fabrications, has been working with UK football's favourite pie manufacturer to ensure it is in line with EU standards.

News from Braby (10 March 2006)

Automation alliance group established

The Automation Alliance is an 'umbrella' organisation, under which associations and societies in manufacturing and process automation can work more effectively to fulfill their missions.

News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (10 March 2006)

WBF and ISA announce intent to affiliate

WBF (formerly known as the World Batch Forum) and ISA are pleased to announce their intention to affiliate in furtherance of their missions to aid professionals and industry

News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (10 March 2006)

Austrian firm orders USA bearings for Polish mill

An Austrian rolling mill builder is ordering the highest capacity oil film bearings for a new installation being built in Poland.

News from Morgan Construction Company (10 March 2006)

ERP systems contract awarded by forklift maker

Infor has won a contract to supply its software solution to leading forklift manufacturer Combilift, currently headquartered in Clontibret, County Monaghan, Ireland.

News from Infor (10 March 2006)

Vibratory bowl feeds fragile cores

 User Application Article  Vibratory bowl feeder handles for fragile sintered "E" cores, and the bowl is designed in such a manner that the possibility of a product fall is reduced if not eliminated.

News from Elscint Automation (10 March 2006)

Scanning software firm updates Web site

Geomagic - a worldwide software and services firm - has launched a new corporate website, designed to provide an interactive Web experience for customers, resellers, partners and industry analysts.

News from Geomagic (10 March 2006)

Automatic system removes defective potato strips

An automatic defect removal system for potato strips combines a wide footprint with high speed accuracy to achieve a 20% increase in production capacity.

News from Key Technology (10 March 2006)

Packaged water purification system supplied

 User Application Article  Compact construction, competitive pricing, ease of use and excellent performance are among the benefits of a packaged water purification system supplied to an electronics firm.

News from Elga Process Water (10 March 2006)

Software helps predict return on investment

In today's business climate, companies can no longer settle for the promise of soft savings and must demand quantifiable, verifiable and predictable return on investment.

News from aPriori (10 March 2006)

Temperature data acquisition modules are low-cost

Low-cost data acquisition modules provide outstanding temperature measurement flexibility and convenience, allowing installation without the need for a dedicated PC or laptop.

News from Measurement Computing (10 March 2006)

Pharmaceutical equipment distribution agreed

Robin Engineering Services has reached an agreement with the Chamunda Corporation of India to act as their UK marketing representative for their range of pharmaceutical machinery.

News from Robin Engineering Services (10 March 2006)

BASF IT turnover down, but outside work is up

For the first time in its history, BASF IT Services has seen a two-figure proportion of its turnover generated from customers outside of the BASF Group in 2005.

News from BASF IT Services BV (10 March 2006)

Double-coated polyester film tapes resist UV

Double-coated polyester film tapes are a high-tack, moderate dead load acrylic adhesive film coated on both sides of a high quality polyester film.

News from Adchem Corporation (10 March 2006)

Powerful turning centre has 11kW milling spindle

Powerful 37kW turning centre has a maximum machining diameter of 860mm and is also equipped with a powerful, 11kW, 3000 rev/min milling spindle.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (10 March 2006)

Three-turret, twin-spindle centre cuts in 4-axis

Multi-tasking mill/turn centre designed for medium-sized batch size production has three tooling turrets, two main spindles and performs simultaneous 4-axis machining.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (10 March 2006)

Powerful CAM makes the most of machining

 User Application Article  Machining subcontractor uses powerful CAM software to maximise production from its twin-turret turning centre, integrated turning and machining centre and its 5-axis VMCs.

News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems (10 March 2006)

Sliding head 10mm auto has no guide bushes

Believed to be world's first 10mm capacity single-spindle CNC sliding head lathe without guidebush, this machine has five linear axes and provides an excellent price-to-performance ratio

News from Tornos Technologies (10 March 2006)

HMC machines difficult-to-cut materials

Horizontal machining centre is aimed at manufacturers looking for high metal removal rates on difficult to cut materials.

News from Leader CNC (10 March 2006)

High performance milling cutters to be shown

Carbide cutting tool manufacturer will be exhibiting the latest additions to its Cyber series of high performance cutting tools at MACH 2006, including three flute long length cutters.

News from ITC Tooling (10 March 2006)

Tokopen streamlines TNT logistics

 User Application Article  Tokopen streamlines TNT logistics engineering operations for vehicle fleet maintenance

News from Corpora Software (10 March 2006)

The Imagine Group Protects with Topio

 User Application Article  The Image Group are delighted with the solution that Topio and Taurus have implemented for us. We now know that all our data around the world is safe

News from Topio (10 March 2006)

GiveMePower Hires Seasoned Professional

GiveMePower Hires Seasoned Professional to Direct Media and Public Relations

News from GiveMePower Corporation (10 March 2006)

Fanless and Anti-vibration Human Machine Interface

The high density GOT-1640T brings a compact-size, fanless HMI solution to rugged environments

News from Axiomtek (10 March 2006)

Cyco AutoManager Meridian for SolidWorks

Cyco Software Introduces Cyco AutoManager Meridian for SolidWorks PDMWorks

News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (10 March 2006)

Mayer and Cie to use Catia V5 and Smarteam

 User Application Article  Leading Knitting Machine Manufacturer Selects PLM Solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes

News from Dassault Systemes (10 March 2006)

Dassault Systemes opens German office

New Stuttgart bureau will tap growth potential of SMB market

News from Dassault Systemes (10 March 2006)

New Chinese Distributor appointed

As of 1st April 2006, Arup's services in China additionally include full distribution of LS-DYNA, LS-OPT, LS-PrePost, as well as continued consulting and technical training.

News from Oasys (10 March 2006)

Positive displacement flow meter for high pressure

A positive displacement flow meter designed for high pressure systems that require flow meters rated up to 15,000 psi (1035 bar) has been released by AW.

News from AW-Lake Company (10 March 2006)

IR cooled camera for highly dynamic phenomena

Cedip Infrared Systems' Silver 480M is a new IR cooled camera that provides a complete acquisition and processing system for highly dynamic phenomena and high frequency periodic excitation.  Brochure Available 

News from Cedip Infrared Systems (10 March 2006)

Solutions for platform-driven ESL design

CoWare has aligned the strategic technologies it has developed and acquired into a new set of solutions for platform-driven ESL design.

News from CoWare (10 March 2006)

Reference models integrated into signal processing

CoWare has announced a multi-year OEM agreement in which iDeaWorks delivers CoWare IP reference models integrated into CoWare Signal Processing Designer (formerly known as SPW).

News from CoWare (10 March 2006)

Monitoring toxic and flammable gases with panel

Monitoring toxic and flammable gases is now even easier with Crowcon's new Gasmaster control panel.  Brochure Available 

News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (10 March 2006)

In-process industrial temperature measurement

Datapaq saya it is the world leader for in-process industrial temperature measurement and analysis systems.

News from Datapaq (10 March 2006)

Infrared gas sensors for CO2 and hydrocarbons

UK based Edinburgh Instruments is manufacturing a new low cost series of Infrared Gas Sensors for detecting and measuring a wide range of CO2 and selected hydrocarbons.  Brochure Available 

News from Edinburgh Instruments (10 March 2006)

Analysers and holographic volume phase gratings

Kaiser Optical Systems, a leader in Raman spectrographic analysers and holographic volume phase gratings, has announced that it has received certification to ISO 9001:2000.

News from Kaiser Optical Systems (10 March 2006)

Programme management for the National Institute

LGC, Europe's leading provider of analytical and diagnostic services and reference standards, is to provide programme management for the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).

News from LGC (10 March 2006)

Virtual factory experience for profitability

With only just over a week to go, visitors to Foodex Meatex have registered with Marco Weighing Systems to experience their virtual factory experience.

News from Marco (10 March 2006)

Experience in semiconductor manufacturing industry

Elton Peace is joining the Advisory Board of Directors of Metryx.

News from Metryx (10 March 2006)

Errors in high performance liquid chromatography

Preparation of mobile phases for Ion Chromatography and High Performance Liquid Chromatography can be time consuming and for semi skilled workers there is the possibility of errors occurring.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK (10 March 2006)

Compact chromatography has high sensitivity

The 861 Advanced Compact IC represents an extension to the range of compact Metrohm IC instruments.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK (10 March 2006)

Recruiting validation and quality specialists

David Arnold will be joining NES's process division, recruiting validation engineers and quality assurance specialists in the pharmaceutical and biotech markets.

News from NES Group (10 March 2006)

Wireless personal information carrier system

Physical Optics (POC) has announced the breakthrough Wireless Personal Information Carrier system, the WPIC

News from Physical Optics (10 March 2006)

Carry bag accommodates instruments and fashion

Answering customer demand for "Tabor-to-Go" Tabor Electronics has unveiled a new carry bag.

News from Tabor Electronics (10 March 2006)

Machine building and automation shows successful

IPOT; Imaging, Photonics and Optical technology, Machine Vision, Displays Technology, Mtec- Sensors, Measurement and Instrumentation and Practical Vacuum attracted more than 5,500 visitors.

News from Trident Exhibitions (10 March 2006)

Diamond attenuated total reflectance accessory

Thermo Electron has a new single-reflection Spectra-Tech Foundation Performer Diamond Attenuated Total Reflectance accessory, designed for use on all commercially available FT-IR instruments.

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (10 March 2006)

UPLC and mass spectrometry get closer

A collaboration agreement to provide greater integration between Waters' Acquity system and Bruker's mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance products has been announced.

News from Waters (10 March 2006)

Faster turnaround on repairs and services

Zetes Blackbird has been announced by Intermec as a Global Services Partner.

News from Zetes (10 March 2006)

MiniTec's safety fence and doors are easily added

MiniTec's aluminum- profile machine building systems have safety fence and doors conforming to DIN EN ISO 775 standard for robotic cell safety  Brochure Available 

News from MiniTec UK (10 March 2006)

Belts get new pitch for higher load ratings

Transdev introduce new 15 mm pitch BAT and BATK arc tooth timing belts

News from Transmission Developments (10 March 2006)

ADT launches Connexion2 Identicom system

Connexion2 has announced that it has signed a partnership agreement with ADT, the UK's leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions.

News from Connexion2 (10 March 2006)

Better alternatives to clay granule absorbents

 Technical Background Article  Clay granules have long been regarded as the cheapest form of mopping up oil from leaking machines, but in terms of cost effectiveness, other forms of absorbents have taken over.

News from Fosse Liquitrol (10 March 2006)

Work Assist Vehicle revolutionises manual handling

A single machine can replace cumbersome rolling ladders and handcarts, while improving ergonomics and ensuring safety for the worker moving stock, according to Crown Equipment.

News from Australian Exhibitions and Conferences (10 March 2006)

Dock products enhance safety at Turners (Soham)

 User Application Article  Caljan Rite-Hite, has supplied a number of dock products to Turners (Soham) to improve safety and efficiency and keep in the cold.

News from Caljan Rite-Hite (10 March 2006)

Colour sensor gives more intelligent conbtrol

A color sensor with four discrete outputs plus RGB analog outputs from EMX Industries combines discrete and analog outputs in one sensor to give more intelligent control over processes.  Brochure Available 

News from EMX Industries (10 March 2006)

Cartier and Wilson Co is to represent ZL

Cartier and Wilson Co is to represent ZL engineering plastics' product line in the Southeastern United States.

News from ZL engineering plastics inc. ( 9 March 2006)

MTA Scholarship introduced at Cranfield

Marking a formalisation of links between the two organisations, MTA is delighted to announce the establishment of the MTA Scholarship at Cranfield School of Management.

News from Manufacturing Technologies Association ( 9 March 2006)

Welding equipment maker expands in Middle East

The Lincoln Electric Company, producer of arc welding equipment, is building a regional headquarters in Dubai to support sales and service in the Middle East and North Africa.

News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 9 March 2006)

Sheet metal forming visualisation saves costs

Believed to be the only cost reduction metal forming software available within the Catia environment it will identify how material cost saving targets of 10-15% can be achieved.

News from Forming Technologies ( 9 March 2006)

Correct fluid influences machining productivity

At MACH 2006, Oel-Held will be illustrating the enormous difference that the correct fluid can make to both productivity and the production environment.

News from Oel-Held (UK) ( 9 March 2006)

UK's Mtec show reported to be a success

The recent Mtec,Sensors, Measurement and Instrumentation exhibition featuring Industrial Networks for Fieldbus and Open Systems exhibition, was a success for all involved.

News from Trident Exhibitions ( 9 March 2006)

Medium steam boilers are easy to install

Two steam boilers have been introduced to meet the requirements of the medium-demand steam user and are assembled with interconnecting mechanical and electrical services to simplify installation.

News from Fulton Boiler Works ( 9 March 2006)

Missler Software raised turnover 7% in 2005

2005 has been another successful year for Missler Software with an overall increase in company turnover of 7% and plans a 40% increase in international sales by 2009.

News from Missler Software ( 9 March 2006)

Intelligent storage cabinets protect tooling

Intelligent storage systems include latest family of intelligent locking storage equipment for industry, designed for high value tools, components and equipment.

News from System Store Solutions ( 9 March 2006)

UK's IPOT optical technology show impresses

The recent IPOT - Imaging, Photonics and Optical Technology, Machine Vision and Displays Technology exhibitions, which took place in the UK, were rewarding for all involved.

News from Trident Exhibitions ( 9 March 2006)

Platform simplified for wireless automation

Quadband modem is a simple and effective platform for wireless automation in a wide range of industrial and processing environments.  Brochure Available 

News from Jekyll Electronic Technology ( 9 March 2006)

Attachments for forklifts changed faster, safely

Attachments on forklift trucks will be quicker, simpler, easier and safer to change - usually within 30s - following the launch of a quick release system.

News from B and B Attachments ( 9 March 2006)

UK's machine building/automation show was busy

The UK's recent Machine Building and Automation, PneuMotion and Drives and Motion Control Systems exhibitions were reported to be very successful for all involved.

News from Trident Exhibitions ( 9 March 2006)

Car engine plant selects air conditioning filetrs

 User Application Article  For a prestigious new car engine production facility Jasun Filtration is supplying a range of panel and bag filters for 80-air conditioning units located within the 170,000m2 factory.

News from Jasun Filtration ( 9 March 2006)

Turnkey capability gained fitting-out contract

 User Application Article  Spaceway South's ability to provide a complete turnkey operation has resulted in the company winning the contract to fit out a prestigious and functional UK headquarters for Delacamp.

News from Spaceway South ( 9 March 2006)

CAM and 5-axis routing revolutionises boat build

 User Application Article  Adopting a five-axis routing machine linked to a powerful CAM system has revolutionised the speed and accuracy of machining models for producing hull sections at a Cypriot power boat builder.  Brochure Available 

News from Delcam ( 9 March 2006)

Machine measures complex tool contours

In order to measure complex tool contours a specialist for testing and measuring technology offers a high-precision measuring machine for under EUR 60,000.

News from Zoller ( 9 March 2006)

Workholding systems enable 'lights out' machining

Work handling company reveals a range of workhandling systems to produce small series parts but with round-the-clock, lights-out utilisation from machining centres.

News from REM Systems ( 9 March 2006)

ERP software provides Bioterrorism Act compliance

ERP software product is a fully integrated package developed in a closed system approach and complies with the Bioterrorism Act of 2002, which affects small, medium, and large companies alike.

News from Technology Group International ( 9 March 2006)

CNC lathe has NC electric tailstock

Latest production CNC turning machine features a NC electric tailstock that delivers quick set-up with no manual intervention.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 9 March 2006)

High speed HMC with fast tool change is compact

Compact, high-speed horizontal machining centre has a cam-driven toolchanger, which with its random selection/shortest path and 2.7s chip-to-chip time keeps cycle times as short as possible..  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 9 March 2006)

Linear drive wire EDM offers high precision

Available for under GBP 100,000, a wire EDM machine features linear drive technology, a new wire feed system, the ability to cut with ultra-fine 0.05mm wire and produces finer surface finishes.

News from 600 Centre ( 9 March 2006)

Latest forecasts made on composite steel prices

The MEPS Global Steel Price in February fell by almost 1% in February, 2006 - the minor difference was the result of strengthening currencies in Canada and Asia.

News from MEPS (International) ( 9 March 2006)

Food makers to sample a 'virtual factory'

With only just over a week to go, visitors to Foodex Meatex have registered with Marco Weighing Systems to sample their virtual factory experience.

News from Marco ( 9 March 2006)

Vertical bandsaw mitres in either direction

A bandsaw is capable of mitre cutting either side of the vertical and is ideal for sawing I-beams, tubes and extrusions economically, and is available in semi- or fully-automatic versions.

News from Kasto ( 9 March 2006)

AGV system includes laser-guided types

 User Application Article  One of the most advanced automatic guided vehicle systems will be set up at a printing plant and will include laser guided types to handle paper reels.

News from Soft Design RTS AB ( 9 March 2006)

Water rinseable solvent degreaser ousts kerosene

A cost-effective, non-flammable, fully water rinseable solvent degreaser for use in workshop and maintenance degreasing operations edliminates cleaning using kerosene.  Brochure Available 

News from Mykal Industries ( 9 March 2006)

Courses train on specific business functions

An Engineer-to-Order Enterprise Resource Planning software provider is now offering CorVu Training - task oriented sessions that are designed to train a user on a specific business functions.

News from Encompix ( 9 March 2006)

Drill deep holes in conventional machine tools

Tooling development offers the capability for deep hole drilling on conventional machine tools such as horizontal machining centres, lathes and multi-task or mill/turn machines.

News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 9 March 2006)

Tooling publications strategy revised

Sandvik Coromant has completely overhauled its customer publication strategy to ensure customers can more easily access toolholder and insert information from its range of over 25,000 products.

News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 9 March 2006)

Milling grade inserts are for difficult steels

Milling grade inserts offer improved performance in tough and demanding steel milling operations - purpose designed for modern machining conditions where predictability and security are vital.

News from Sandvik Coromant Company (US) ( 9 March 2006)

Inserts designed for faster general steels turning

For widely varying ISO P25 general steel turning an insert grade provides a new potential for increasing productivity through shorter machining times and faster metal removal rates.

News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 9 March 2006)

Insert grades aimed at increasing productivity

MACH 2006 will provide a major platform for the launch of a new generation of inserts - a range of new grades to increase productivity levels.

News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 9 March 2006)

Instruments perform electronic functional tests

Instruments are designed for functional test and I-V characterisation of silicon and compound semiconductor devices like FETs, diodes, voltage regulators, and optoelectronic components.  Brochure Available 

News from Keithley Instruments ( 9 March 2006)

System conforms to IEEE for checking nanotubes

Semiconductor characterisation System conforms to and supports the just-released Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers' standard for electrical testing of carbon nanotubes.  Brochure Available 

News from Keithley Instruments ( 9 March 2006)

Revolutionary new digital TV technology at CeBIT

AHT International will show the peer-to-peer TV technology, developed by the Delft University of Technology, at this year's CeBIT show in Hannover.

News from AHT International ( 9 March 2006)

ASG-Cypress Version 5.5 arrives

Latest version of ASG-Cypress delivers critical functionality for mainframe clients

News from ASG UK ( 9 March 2006)

Lifeline to Cable and Wireless business customers

BT last night set up a free helpline for worried business customers who have been told by Cable and Wireless that they have 90 days in which to find a new supplier.

News from BT Global Services ( 9 March 2006)

Radianz members access data from Korea Exchange

 User Application Article  Koscom selects BT to deliver market data to global financial community

News from BT Global Services ( 9 March 2006)

Switching on the Learning Light

Learning Light is launched officially on Thursday 16th March at a special reception in Sheffield.

News from Learning Light ( 9 March 2006)

Pinion Software Debuts Desktop Packager v3.0

Pinion Software Debuts Desktop Packager v3.0 for Engineering Data Protection at the National Design Engineering Show 2006

News from Pinion Software ( 9 March 2006)

Jewel licensing deal with Smart Res

Innovision Research and Technology signs Jewel licensing deal with Smart Res to strengthen European presence

News from Innovision Research and Technology ( 9 March 2006)

Ansoft 2-for-1 Stock Split

Ansoft Corporation Board of Directors Approve 2-for-1 Stock Split

News from Ansoft Europe ( 9 March 2006)

Inventor is Best Selling 3D Design Software

Global Community of Manufacturers Make Industry-Leading 3D Mechanical Design Application the Best Choice.

News from Autodesk ( 9 March 2006)

New Scanners Ideal in Harsh Environments

Glacier launches its kodiak series long range and extra long range industial bar code laser scanners.

News from Glacier Computer ( 9 March 2006)

Strategic new hire for Glacier

Glacier computer hires sales engineer for public safety market.

News from Glacier Computer ( 9 March 2006)

New Psion Teklogix Premier Partner

Psion Teklogix has announced that Ascendant Technologies has been awarded the status of Psion Teklogix Premier Partner.

News from Psion Teklogix ( 9 March 2006)

Assay kits for the bioanalyzer platform

Agilent Technologies has introduced the Series II family of assay kits for the Agilent 2100 bioanalyzer platform.

News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 9 March 2006)

Email response management added to monitor

ASC has announced the addition of email response management (ERM) to Inspirationpro, its premier quality monitoring solution.

News from ASC telecom ( 9 March 2006)

Category 1-certified liquid ring vacuum pump range

BOC Edwards has announced its new ATEX Category 1-certified liquid ring vacuum pump range.

News from Edwards ( 9 March 2006)

Transceiver enables network port density increase

Bookham is offering a transceiver designed to enable an increase of networking equipment port density while avoiding the resulting thermal challenges.

News from Bookham ( 9 March 2006)

Customizable transistor-level debugger

Nascentric has announced it will be integrating Nascim with SpiceVision PRO from Concept Engineering.

News from Concept Engineering ( 9 March 2006)

Visual schematic and debugging software engine

Concept Engineering and JEDAT have signed a worldwide OEM license agreement to incorporate Concept Engineering's NlviewQT Widget and T-engine software engines into JEDAT's Alpha-SX product line.

News from Concept Engineering ( 9 March 2006)

Filtration and ePTFE membrane market

Callum Baxendale brings extensive knowledge of the filtration and ePTFE membrane market to his new role as Product Manager at Donaldson Membranes.

News from Donaldson Membranes ( 9 March 2006)

Passive optical power meter optimised for ethernet

EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering has announced the introduction of the new PPM-352B-EG Passive Optical Network (PON) Power Meter optimized for Ethernet PON (EPON) and Gigabit PON (GPON) architectures.

News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering ( 9 March 2006)

Electro optical results to be released

Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has announced that it will release its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2006 after the close of stock markets on Tuesday, April 4, 2006.

News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering ( 9 March 2006)

Connector meets requirements of PICMG

Harting has introduced the B+ type AdvancedMC connector for AdvancedTCA with press-fit technology.

News from Harting ( 9 March 2006)

Machine vision cameras conform to AIA standard

Prosilica has started shipping its much anticipated GE-Series gigabit Ethernet cameras.  Brochure Available 

News from Lambda Photometrics ( 9 March 2006)

High sensitivity particle size and shape analyzer

Amongst the new developments from Malvern Instruments on show at Achema 2006 will be the Bohlin Gemini HR nano rheometer and the Morphologi G2 high sensitivity particle size and shape analyzer.

News from Malvern Instruments ( 9 March 2006)

Protein characterization seminar

An excellent turn out, an informative programme and a novel venue ensured the success of the recent Protein Characterization seminar hosted jointly by Malvern Instruments and MicroCal.

News from Malvern Instruments ( 9 March 2006)

Particle technology conference and exhibition

Malvern Instruments will play an active role at the 5th World Congress on Particle Technology, contributing sessions at the conference and participating in the trade exhibition.

News from Malvern Instruments ( 9 March 2006)

Checkweigher integrates into the production line

The new Synus checkweigher from Sartorius not only has an aesthetically pleasing appearance, it also permits flexible but form-fit and friction locked connection to conveyor systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Sartorius UK ( 9 March 2006)

Torque sensor analyses knee performance

 User Application Article  A medical researcher is using an industrial torque sensor to analyse the performance of implanted replacement knee joints, hoping to increase the understanding of their post-surgery performance.  Brochure Available 

News from Sensor Technology ( 9 March 2006)

Software for statistical design of experiments

Stat-Ease announces the release of Design-Expert 7.0 software for statistical design of experiments (DOE).

News from Stat-Ease ( 9 March 2006)

Design and verification of semiconductors

Synplicity, a leading supplier of software for the design and verification of semiconductors, has announced the opening of its newest sales office in Helsinki, Finland.

News from Synplicity ( 9 March 2006)

FT-IR and Raman spectral libraries in catalogue

Thermo Electron has announced the availability of an information-rich catalogue offering quick access to unique, high quality collections of FT-IR and Raman spectral libraries.

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) ( 9 March 2006)

Testing and debugging of low-speed serial buses

Now available from TTi is the Tektronix TDSVNM application software for the efficient testing and debugging of low-speed serial buses including CAN and LIN networks.

News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 9 March 2006)

Mass spectrometers talk to LC system

Waters and Thermo Electron have entered into a collaborative agreement to provide greater integration and connectivity.

News from Waters ( 9 March 2006)

Physical-layer waveform observation analyser

The Yokogawa FlexRay signal analyser is said to be the first self-contained tool for providing physical-layer waveform observation and protocol analysis for the FlexRay in-vehicle local area network.

News from Yokogawa UK ( 9 March 2006)

Better Palletload Presentation For Logistics Firm

 User Application Article  When the UK's Rhys Davies Freight Logistics, (RDFL) secured new contracts at its Haydock depot, it was presented with several issues to overcome, such as load stability and load aesthetics.

News from Aetna UK ( 9 March 2006)

Bosch Launch Pharma Machines At Achema

Bosch Packaging Technology will be launching new packaging and processing technologies for pharmaceutical applications at Achema 2006.

News from Bosch Packaging Machinery ( 9 March 2006)

E-Seminar Helps Converters Get Best From Slitting

Tidland Corporation will host a free e-seminar to help converters better utilise their existing slitting equipment.

News from Tidland Corporation ( 9 March 2006)

Additions for flexible light guides range

Moritex, specialists in lighting and optical technologies, has announced new additions to its comprehensive range of flexible light guides.

News from Moritex Europe ( 9 March 2006)

Optical device offers five times resolution

Moritex has introduced a new Super Optical Device (SOD-10X) that offers 5 times the resolution of standard micro machine lenses.

News from Moritex Europe ( 9 March 2006)

CCD microscope integrates fibre optics and CCD

The MS804 Scopeman is the latest in Moritex's unique CCD microscope systems integrating advanced optics, fibre optics and CCD components.

News from Moritex Europe ( 9 March 2006)

Cryovac awards flood in

Sealed Air's Cryovac Packaging wins Five of the industry's top awards  Brochure Available 

News from Sealed Air ( 9 March 2006)

Aetna's Rotoplat stretch wrapper fits the bill

When Rhys Davies Freight Logistics secured new contracts at their Haydock depot, they were presented with several issues that they had to overcome such as load stability and load aesthetics.

News from Aetna UK ( 9 March 2006)

Low cost relays have more capabilities

IDEC have introduced the SmartRelay FL1D series, which introduces extra capabilities at the same low cost as earlier SmartRelay series.

News from Idec Electronics ( 8 March 2006)

Precision bearings have high rotational accuracy

Bearing manufacturer produces a wide range of bearings for applications where high rotational accuracy is required, and large bearings for high precision manufacturing requirements.

News from Gamet Bearings ( 8 March 2006)

Safety at Work module allows digital connection

When used with an AS-I safety monitor and Type-4 light curtain or laser scanner, AS-I module fully meets the requirements of EN 945-1 Category 4, or up to SIL3 according to EN/IEC 61508.

News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 8 March 2006)

CNC lathes have high specification

Five high-specification yet cost-competitive CNC turning machines to be shown at MACH 2006 - including high capacity, long bed types - suit different production demands - and budgets.

News from Ward CNC Machinery ( 8 March 2006)

Asset and facility software provider celebrates

MicroMain Corporation, a leading provider of asset and facility management software and services, today commemorates 15 years of service in the maintenance and facility management industry.

News from MicroMain Corporation ( 8 March 2006)

UV elastomer compound offers faster curing

High performance UV curable elastomer compound offers a fast curing alternative to conventional moisture curing silicone materials for use-in-place seals, gaskets, bonding and protective coatings.

News from Master Bond ( 8 March 2006)

Meeting competition in Italian drives market

With declining consumer budgets, electric drives end users in Italy are becoming increasingly price-sensitive and are seeking all-inclusive packages, says a report.

News from Frost and Sullivan ( 8 March 2006)

UK exhibition focuses on used machine tools

The second annual MTI live, the international exhibition for used machine tools, production and ancillary equipment, offers visitors and exhibitors the opportunity to buy and sell machinery.

News from Machinery Trade International ( 8 March 2006)

Electronic design company launches Web site

A dedicated electronic design company, specialising in assisting innovative companies with new product development and existing product portfolios, has launched its Web site.

News from GSPK Design ( 8 March 2006)

Water-borne spray paint can vary textures

A water borne, single component textured paint, formulated so that different texture effects can be achieved with the same product, can be sprayed onto woods, metals and plastics.

News from Firwood Paints Ltd ( 8 March 2006)

Chinese award automation maintenance contract

Invensys wins first comprehensive long-term automation maintenance contract with Sinopeca SPC group in China, and includes broad support agreement across entire Foxboro automation product line.

News from Invensys Process Systems ( 8 March 2006)

High feed milling cutter saves hours

High feed milling cutter can dramatically reduce machining times and cut costs by allowing one tool to be used for facing, pocketing, slotting, and plunging.  Brochure Available 

News from Stellram ( 8 March 2006)

Measuring viscosity in the field

 Technical Background Article  Newer technology to measure viscosity is now providing technicians, researchers and operators with fast, reliable viscosity measurement that does away with the clumsy methods of the past.  Brochure Available 

News from Hydramotion ( 8 March 2006)

Mill hardened steels, steels with'hard spots'

Milling inserts for machining hardened, or steels with 'hard spots' feature the toughest substrate for use under heavy impact, poor rigidity, extended reaches and low cutting speeds.  Brochure Available 

News from Stellram ( 8 March 2006)

Endmills are engineered for high speed cutting

Endmills are engineered for high speed cutting and high performance machining and their geometry, substrate, and coating are carefully matched to raise productivity issues.  Brochure Available 

News from Stellram ( 8 March 2006)

Inserts turn unalloyed steels at 425m/min

An ultra-fast and ultra-durable turning insert has been developed for steel and steel alloys, and designed to enhance performance on several levels - cutting unalloyed steels up to 425m/min.  Brochure Available 

News from Stellram ( 8 March 2006)

SS switches operate inharsh environments

For operating in harsh-environments, a stainless steel switch powers up to 250V AC and carries a water-resistant rating of IP 67, and a shock resistance rating of IK 07.

News from Acal TC ( 8 March 2006)

Five-axis machining centre can also turn

Five-axis CNC vertical machining centre offers a 1,000 rev/min trunnion-mounted table, allowing components to be turned in conjunction with a static tool in the spindle.  Brochure Available 

News from NCMT ( 8 March 2006)

Multi-robot, arc welding system is co-ordinated

Fully co-ordinated, multi-robot, arc welding system, to be demonstrated at MACH 2006, offers shorter cycle times, improved quality and more-efficient production concepts.  Brochure Available 

News from ABB Robotics ( 8 March 2006)

Tooling ordering system goes on-line

Total Tooling Online combines WNT's conventional purchasing system with state-of-the-art software and web technology to deliver an online catalogue and ordering system.  Brochure Available 

News from WNT (UK) ( 8 March 2006)

WNT (UK)'s technical sales team continues to grow

WNT (UK)'s technical sales team continues to grow in order to meet the increase demand placed on it by another record year of sales.  Brochure Available 

News from WNT (UK) ( 8 March 2006)

Purpose-built assembly suits aerospace jobs

 User Application Article  With extensive experience in the supply of turnkey automation projects to the automotive and other industries, an automation company completed work on a number of key aerospace projects.

News from Hyde Group Automation ( 8 March 2006)

Low profile scissor lifts match with conveyors

A low profile (80mm) mini scissor lift range - with raise and lower times of just five seconds - is ideal for integration into high volume conveyor production lines.

News from Airlift and Tilt ( 8 March 2006)

MMMA offers free access to business support

he Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association says its members now have instant free access to Croner Consulting's business facts sheets and an Expert Business Support helpline.

News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association ( 8 March 2006)

Advice offered on electric discharge protection

All people can carry static electrical charges that are capable of damaging almost all types of semiconductors and advice is given in a new handbook, which is available free.  Brochure Available 

News from REO (UK) ( 8 March 2006)

Bottle/can drying systems eliminate moisture

 User Application Article  With its compressed air systems stretched to their limits, a Western Australia brewery needed to explore alternative and faster drying methods for its bottling and canning lines.  Brochure Available 

News from Air Control Industries ( 8 March 2006)

Compact colour vision camera integrates easily

Three-Chip precision industrial colour video camera is ultra light, compact that can be easily integrated into a high speed machine vision system.

News from Toshiba America Information Systems ( 8 March 2006)

Simple drill and tap charts are on-line

The sales staff at AutoDrill recently put together a Web page that they believe will be useful to many when they have a question about drilling and/or tapping.

News from AutoDrill ( 8 March 2006)

MACH 2006 exhibition draws closer

With 10 weeks to go until MACH 2006 opens its doors to the public more than 60 exhibiting companies have now submitted information on new products or services that they will have at the show.

News from Manufacturing Technologies Association ( 8 March 2006)

Parallel seam sealing system introduced

Latest hermetic sealing system reliably performs welding, brazing, and soldering processes on a variety of metals, metal alloys, plated materials, and solder pre-forms.

News from Miyachi Unitek Corporation ( 8 March 2006)

Screws manufactured with new technology

Vaughan Jones is this year celebrating 45 years in business, a milestone that Managing Director Jeremy Hornby attributes to the company's commitment to investing in new technology.

News from Vaughan Jones Socket Screws ( 8 March 2006)

Voice and data support packages for SMES

With more customers using BT's network technology, BT is launching Networked IT Assurance, a combined voice and data support service for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

News from BT Global Services ( 8 March 2006)

BT signs IT services deal with FirstGroup

 User Application Article  A consortium led by BT has signed a GBP46.9m, five-year deal to provide networked IT services to FirstGroup PLC, the UK's largest surface transportation company.

News from BT Global Services ( 8 March 2006)

Digi-data acquires BigVault

Virtual safety deposit box company provides a safe, secure place to save irreplaceable documents for PC users worldwide

News from Digi-Data ( 8 March 2006)

Has Google established corporate trust?

At a Knexus Community face-to-face forum participants from some companies felt that Google is fast becoming too commercial.

News from Knexus Community ( 8 March 2006)

WareLite announce the creation on WareLite Italy

WareLite Italia extend WareLite delivery capabilities in the Italian market with focus on partner solution development activities.

News from WareLite Ltd ( 8 March 2006)

WorkPlace Systems wins In-Store Systems Award

WorkPlace Systems scoops In-Store Systems Award at Microsoft RAD Awards

News from Workplace Systems plc ( 8 March 2006)

ARTVPS and Mental Images collaborate

The field of ray tracing visualisation is set to see further developments in 2006, heralded by the announcement of a partnership between two of the sector's leading commercial forces.

News from ARTVPS ( 8 March 2006)

Smart keyboard provides secure systems

Smart keyboard provides secure systems for sensitive applications and incorporates Gem Core technology

News from Cherry Electrical Products ( 8 March 2006)

40Gb/s Electro Absorption Modulated Laser

With Narda's Amp Driver, new product provides optimum solution for the VSR optical transporter market.

News from Oki Electric Industry ( 8 March 2006)

New Patents in Media Processing

Pika Technology's co-founders proudly attribute new technology patents to expert designers.

News from Pika Technologies ( 8 March 2006)

First EPIC SBC with On-Board AMD Geode LX800

AR-B1631, the World's First EPIC Single Board Computer with On-Board AMD Geode LX800 Low Power Processor

News from Acrosser Technology ( 8 March 2006)

Robot Cell Package For Mould Unloading

Process automation specialist Barr and Paatz of Totnes has developed a complete robot cell package from as little as GBP35k.

News from Barr and Paatz ( 8 March 2006)

Integrated solution will increase profits

Styled plastic and packaging solution from IBM and Dassault Systemes will accelerate the creation, design and marketing of consumer goods

News from Dassault Systemes ( 8 March 2006)

Biodegradable Film Eco-Wraps Hygiene Products

 User Application Article  A European producer of hygienic tampons, Tosama, has switched to using film to wrap its tampons that will biodegrade in waste water.

News from Innovia Films ( 8 March 2006)

Bakery System Loads Trays At 850 Units Per Minute

 User Application Article  A high-speed Schubert automated packaging system has improved the efficiency of packing a variety of products made by one of the UK's leading bakery retailers.

News from Schubert UK Ltd ( 8 March 2006)

Pillar Technologies Restructures

To enhance their service and support network Pillar Technologies, has announced that it is to drop its UK trading name of ITW InductionSealing.

News from Pillar Technologies ( 8 March 2006)

New control platform for flow wrapping

One controller for motion and logic means fewer parts and components, with a lower risk of component failure.

News from Bosch Packaging Machinery ( 8 March 2006)

Rugged flush faced pressure transmitters

Roxspur Measurement + Control have been appointed the UK sales agents for the PMC Inc

News from Roxspur Measurement and Control ( 8 March 2006)

Eye protection meets MIL Vo ballistic standard

Uvex is claiming to be the first commercial brand offering a wide range of products that meet the military's demanding certification for ballistic eye protection.

News from Uvex ( 8 March 2006)

North West UK companies can learn to be 'lean'

The 'Accelerated Route to Lean Manufacturing' programme is being run by The Manufacturing Institute and led by some of Britain's best manufacturing experts and practitioners.

News from Manufacturing Institute ( 7 March 2006)

Real-time workflow simplifies ETOs' production

Workflow data software has been designed around the expected workflow of engineer-to-order (ETO) and make-to-order manufacturers, making it simpler to perform normal business processes.

News from Encompix ( 7 March 2006)

Integrated ERP software uses Microsoft.NET

Integrated ERP software is written from the outset entirely using Microsoft.NET framework and Web services architecture and gives ETO manufacturers with advantages when using the ERP application.

News from Visibility ( 7 March 2006)

Microscope gives brighter images, flexibility

To meet the challenges of ever more demanding applications involving polarised light and digital imaging, a microscope has innovative features, like a 'fly-eye' that ensures even illumination.  Brochure Available 

News from Nikon UK ( 7 March 2006)

Colder RFID developer promoted to vice-president

Advocator of smart technology, Rick Garber, who developed Colder Product Company's award-winning radio frequency identification capabilities, has been promoted to vice president, marketing.

News from Colder Products ( 7 March 2006)

Multi-CAD use extended to 3D data translation

 User Application Article  A provider of multi-CAD enabling software, has extended its relationship as an Official Supplier to the Renault Formula One Team, using 3D data translation as well as streamlining its supply chain.

News from Elysium ( 7 March 2006)

Industrial networking with Ethernet emphasised

Ethernet hub unit allows up to five items of user equipment to be connected through shielded twisted-pair cables in accordance with IEC 802.3 and simplifies installation of Ethernet ports.

News from Harting ( 7 March 2006)

Affiliation regenerates controls developments

After affiliating with ISA, OMAC reports renewed strength in the development and use of open, interoperable control and automation systems technologies for technology providers and OEMs.

News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 7 March 2006)

Ceriated tungsten electrodes outperform thorium

Non-radioactive, high performance ceriated tungsten outperforms thorium in most welding usage, giving longer tungsten electrode life, better arc starting and higher amperage capacity.

News from Diamond Ground Products ( 7 March 2006)

High-speed sausage cutter processes all casings

A high-speed sausage cutter can process 1.85m of sausage/s, in natural, collagen or artificial casings, and has the capacity for up to 1,800 cuts/min..

News from Union Food Machinery and Equipment ( 7 March 2006)

Edible-ingredient film is for unit-dose packaging

An edible-ingredient packaging film is designed for the unit-dose packaging of dry ingredients used in mixing and batching operations within the food processing industry.

News from MonoSol ( 7 March 2006)

Heat treatment course is very comprehensive

Heat treatment course conveys a general appreciation of the metallurgical/technological background and examines the various processes, how they are carried out and controlled.

News from Wolfson Heat Treatment Centre ( 7 March 2006)

Visualise, quantify, compare Moldflow results

Unlike static 3D viewers, Moldflow Communicator allows Moldflow users to understand the assumptions behind a given set of analysis results to gain insight required to make critical design decisions.

News from Moldflow Vertriebs ( 7 March 2006)

Pneumatic cylinders replaced in 4h minimum

Replacements for failed pneumatic cylinders can be supplied within as little as 4h by a service that enables companies to get interrupted production back-on line with minimum downtime costs.  Brochure Available 

News from Asco Numatics ( 7 March 2006)

Spherical roller bearings run faster, double life

High-performance spherical roller bearings offer twice the running life of conventional bearings and a maximum limiting running speed that has been improved by up to 20%.  Brochure Available 

News from NSK UK ( 7 March 2006)

Drives used to automate diamond cutting

 User Application Article  Smd drives have been used on a diamond-cutting machine to automate the process and achieve the largest possible diamond from the rough original.  Brochure Available 

News from Lenze-ACTech ( 7 March 2006)

Gas spring company avoids exchange losses

A UK gas spring manufacturer has avoided potential currency exchange losses of up to GBP 100,000 by transferring its dealings from a commercial bank to money broker Moneycorp.

News from Industrial Gas Springs ( 7 March 2006)

Modulated fibre laser micro-machines and welds

Modulated fibre laser for the micro-machining, cutting and welding of metals, plastics or ceramics has a laser output power stability typically better than 0.5% over a 12 hour time period.

News from BFi Optilas ( 7 March 2006)

Festo awards Premier Stockist of the Year'

Festo has announced that UK automation specialist Wearside Pneumatics has won its 'Premier Stockist of the Year' award for outstanding performance in 2005.  Brochure Available 

News from Festo ( 7 March 2006)

Electricals manufacturer reforms ERP to up sales

 User Application Article  In a growing market with increasing competitive pressure, electricity equipment manufacturer has introduced a new ERP system to eliminate waste from manufacturing processes.

News from Access Supply Chain ( 7 March 2006)

40 gauge and tool makers to exhibit in MACH

The UK's Gauge and Tool Makers' Association reported that around 40 member companies will be exhibiting at MACH 2006 and some on the Association's 'GTMA Village' stand.

News from GTMA ( 7 March 2006)

Mediterranean machine tool show visitors up 7.5%

In the four exhibition days, Bi-Mu Mediterranea machine tool exhibition registered over 9,000 visits and the number of visitors had increased by 7.5% compared with the previous show.

News from UCIMU ( 7 March 2006)

Brochure covers industrial Ethernet switching

A comprehensive brochure outlines the many features of the Lynx family of industrial Ethernet switches, which includes managed and unmanaged types suitable for many applications.

News from Westermo Data Communications ( 7 March 2006)

UK distributor appointed for e-Platform services

Advantech, a producer of high quality, high-performance ePlatform services in the industrial computing and automation markets, has appointed Impulse Corporation as UK distributor.

News from Impulse ( 7 March 2006)

Copper particles in grease avoids fastener seizure

A high performance grease with concentrated copper particles helps prevent fasteners and bolts from seizing if left for extended periods of time and ensures that disassembly is faster and easier.

News from Ambersil ( 7 March 2006)

Control panels designed and built for India

An Indian company has begun a whole new venture for design and development of PC-, Logic-, and PLC-based control panels and is gradually expanding its services in nearby States.

News from Sapna Technologies ( 7 March 2006)

Release agent allows post-moulding operations

Hybrid release agent combines the release properties of silicone with surface finishing of non-silicone on a range of thermoplastics and thermoset materials, whilst allowing post moulding operations.

News from CRC Industries UK Ltd ( 7 March 2006)

Qualified tool maker appointed sales manager

XYZ Machine Tools has appointed a qualified tool maker, Gregg Williams, as area sales manager for the south east of England, including Essex, Kent, Sussex and part of Surrey.  Brochure Available 

News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 7 March 2006)

Systems integrator installs 200th robotic system

After only 15 years of operation, a robot systems builder, Autotech, is celebrating the installation of its 200th robot system - supplied to CHK Engineering, a jobbing shop making truck parts.  Brochure Available 

News from Fanuc Robotics (UK) ( 7 March 2006)

Twin-arm robot has considerable working envelope

Working envelope of a twin-arm 13-ais robot is considerable and is considered to be an industry 'first' and each arm can act independently or in synchronisation.

News from Motoman Robotics (UK) ( 7 March 2006)

CAM converts machine tool operators into engineers

 User Application Article  Machining subcontractor relies more than ever on CAM software it moves from production machining to short-run manufacture - effectively turning machine operators into broadly skilled engineers.  Brochure Available 

News from Delcam ( 7 March 2006)

Drives specialist will also discuss special uses

Drives specialist will be showing earboxes, couplings, linear motion parts, springs, fasteners and accessories at MACH 2006 as well as customisation services.

News from Ondrives/Rino Industries ( 7 March 2006)

One tool drills, bores, turns flat bottom holes

For even greater flexibility, further developments in an innovative multi-function tool system allows users to drill, bore, turn and drill flat bottom holes with a single tool and single insert.

News from Ceratizit UK ( 7 March 2006)

DRO is 2-/3-axis for milling, turning and grinding

An innovative, user-friendly and cost-competitive, 'one size fits all' digital readout system can be supplied as either a two- or three-axis unit for milling, turning or grinding applications.

News from ACI (UK) ( 7 March 2006)

Switching Handbook covers test/measurement

A 190-page handbook about switching devices covers the fundamentals of the switching function in test and measurement applications and is available for no charge.  Brochure Available 

News from Keithley Instruments ( 7 March 2006)

Monitor checks and alarms on noise levels

Designed for worker safety compliance, a sound level monitor is ideal for industrial environments where there is a need to generate an alert when sound levels exceed a pre-set limit.

News from Extech Instruments ( 7 March 2006)

21st century network progress

 User Application Article  BT has concluded negotiations and signed contracts with the remaining four preferred suppliers for its next generation network transformation programme - the 21st Century Network (21CN).

News from BT Global Services ( 7 March 2006)

I-Logix and SysML Merge Team Support SysML

I-Logix Major Contributor to New Systems Modeling Language (SysML) Standard

News from I-Logix Europe ( 7 March 2006)

Oki Electric Develops World's First CDM-on-Fibre

Oki Electric Develops World's First CDM-on-Fibre, Achieving Bidirectional, Same Wavelength Data Transmission without Optical Amplifier for a Transmission Distance of Over 100km

News from Oki Electric Industry ( 7 March 2006)

Mind the digital assets Gap

 Technical Background Article  Report reveals major gaps in long term management of valuable digital assets.

News from Tessella Support Services ( 7 March 2006)

Dassault Systemes to Acquire MatrixOne

Dassault Systemes and MatrixOne have jointly announced a merger agreement pursuant to which Dassault Systemes would acquire MatrixOne for $7.25 per share in cash

News from Dassault Systemes ( 7 March 2006)

Embedded Boxer PC Offers Greater Expansion

The AEC-6900 is the newest product in the line of Boxer S Advanced Embedded Controllers.

News from Impulse ( 7 March 2006)

CPU Module with VIA Mark Processor

An Innovative PC/104 CPU Module with VIA Mark Processor - PFM550S

News from Impulse ( 7 March 2006)

New Palletwrappers Cut Film Consumption By 70%

Inpac UK has introduced a new range of palletwrapping machines to reduce film costs and minimise the amount of manual handling.

News from Inpac UK Ltd ( 7 March 2006)

Surprising packaging concept for new exact product

Design office FLEX/ the INNOVATIONLAB from Delft has developed a packaging for fellow Delft company Exact Software that has been designed to communicate and offer trust.

News from Flex/the innovation lab ( 7 March 2006)

Aoste snack in distinctive new packaging

Industrial design office FLEX/ the INNOVATIONLAB from Delft developed a packaging for snacks that can suitably be presented at the table.

News from Flex/the innovation lab ( 7 March 2006)

Manager to provide European sales support

Technical sales manager Savvas Hiou appointed by cash management specialist Volumatic Omal will provide European sales support in customer IT systems.

News from Volumatic ( 6 March 2006)

Spanish machine tool show to open

More than 700 direct exhibitors from Spain and nearly 20 countries from abroad will be exhibiting over 1,500 machine tool and equipment makes from more than 25 countries in Bilbao this week.

News from AFM ( 6 March 2006)

Diamond machining delivers ultra-smooth mirrors

Upgraded proprietary diamond machining enables the production on-axis, off-axis and free form mirrors with a surface roughness of less than 3nm RMS and a slope accuracy better than 70 microrad.

News from Kaleido Technology ( 6 March 2006)

Specialist lens systems and optics to be shown

A leading designer and supplier of specialist high performance lens systems will display a selection of the specialist lens systems and optical modules at Photonics Europe exhibition.  Brochure Available 

News from Resolve Optics ( 6 March 2006)

DSSP software acceptance boosts Geomagic revenues

Positive market adoption of competitive digital shape sampling and processing software has awarded Geomagic its highest quarterly revenues in the company's history - up 38%.

News from Geomagic ( 6 March 2006)

Cash management strengthens marketing team

Cash management specialist Volumatic Omal has appointed Anouska Badham and Stuart Hopkins as its new marketing assistants.

News from Volumatic ( 6 March 2006)

Flue gas analysers conform with new EU standards

The Testo 330 and Testo 335 flue gas analysers have recently been independently tested by TUV Sud in Germany - and have been accredited for conformity with BS EN 50379-1/2/3.

News from Testo ( 6 March 2006)

Alliance brings inventive problem-solving to India

Following the formation of strategic alliance with USA-based Ideation International, QAI India will bring a knowledge-based inventive problem-solving methodology to India for the first time.

News from Ideation International ( 6 March 2006)

Ideation International launches JV for Taiwan

Ideation International has launched Ideation China-Taiwan joint venture to provide businesses in Southeast Asia with a new approach to innovation and invention.

News from Ideation International ( 6 March 2006)

Free technical seminars aimed at pharmaceuticals

Malvern Instruments will host a series of free seminars at various locations around the US Aand Canada during 2006 - provided as a service to the pharmaceutical industry and academia.

News from Malvern Instruments ( 6 March 2006)

Engineers to discuss forecast UK energy crisis

Over 160 engineers and academics are expected to converge at reading University to discuss the way forward for solving an expected crisis in UK power sourcing and generation.

News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers ( 6 March 2006)

ISA Foundation looks to serve industry in 2006

Through the Foundation, ISA awards educational scholarships for tuition and research activities to graduates and undergraduates demonstrating outstanding potential in the automation profession.

News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 6 March 2006)

Data-acquisition platform is scalable for S/A/PC

A scalable, high-performance data-acquisition and data-logging platform designed for PC-controlled and stand-alone operation under harsh operating conditions has open Ethernet connectivity.

News from Yokogawa UK ( 6 March 2006)

Machine fills, stoppers at up to 2000 containers/h

For dosing and closing nested syringes and other nested containers, a filling and stoppering machine will automate and/or validate the filling of products at up to 2000 containers/h.

News from BASCO Technologies ( 6 March 2006)

Tube companies exchange UK market segments

Van Leeuwen Wheeler and Energy Alloys have exchanged similar value segments of their respective businesses to enable both companies to expand operations in their mainstream markets.

News from Van Leeuwen Wheeler ( 6 March 2006)

Fast-switch valves improve moulded parts quality

Injection moulding machines on show in Shanghai will be the first to feature a fast-switching valve technology, which further improves the precision of the moulded parts.

News from Arburg ( 6 March 2006)

Actuators offer high speed, accelerations, acuracy

Low moving mass and low friction, combined with direct drive mean that moving coil actuators are unmatched for speed, acceleration, accuracy and repeatability in 'pick and place' applications.

News from Orlin Technologies ( 6 March 2006)

CNC punching cell offers flexibility and speed

 User Application Article  Sheet metalworking subcontractor chose a CNC flexible cell because its automated features provide the speed, tool rotation and flexibility to give a highly cost-competitive punching service.  Brochure Available 

News from Trumpf ( 6 March 2006)

'Lights out' laser cell increases volumes

 User Application Article  Subcontractor/OEM company has taken its first step into automation having purchased a flexible automated laser cutting/profiling cell to reduce manning and give 'lights-out' operation.  Brochure Available 

News from Trumpf ( 6 March 2006)

AOI System guarantees highest fault coverage

A stand-alone inspection system is based on AOI hardware platform and enables a high fault coverage as well as a flexible and efficient usage in the production process.

News from Göpel electronic GmbH ( 6 March 2006)

Chinese engineering sector review to benefit UK

SMEs A review of Chinese engineering market - including mechanical, electrical and process engineering - will benefit UK SMEs, and will investigate Chinese labour costs, distribution and skills base.  Brochure Available 

News from UK Trade and Investment ( 6 March 2006)

ERP for discrete manufacturing selected for India

 User Application Article  Integrated manufacturing management system - an ERP for discrete manufacturing - has been bought by an Indian aircraft ground-base equipment manufacturer, following cloase evaluation of the market.

News from SourcePro Infotech ( 6 March 2006)

European cutting tools conference planned

Annual Conference of the European Cutting Tools Association, which represents the European manufacturers of cutting tools returns to Italy June 8-10, 2006.

News from UCIMU ( 6 March 2006)

Fastener company announces new UK strategy

Arconix UK, part of the PennEngineering organisation has changed its name to PEM UK and has a distribution strategy, which will allow the company to greatly increase UK market coverage.

News from PEM Europe ( 6 March 2006)

Programmable power chuck maximises CNC benefits

A programmable power chuck enables users of CNC lathes and turning, mill/turn centres to harness and realise the full power of CNC turning and machining at an affordable and realistic cost.

News from Pratt Burnerd International ( 6 March 2006)

Standard and special automation pneumatics offered

Italian manufacturer focuses on the development of standard and customised pneumatic components for automation and has developed over 200 products in under ten years.

News from Gimatic UK ( 6 March 2006)

Fibre laser marking system is maintenance-free

A fibre laser marking system is an extremely compact air-cooled system, with excellent beam qualities and zero consumables and is designed for 24/7, maintenance free operation.  Brochure Available 

News from Electrox ( 6 March 2006)

HMC builder offers fixture design/build service

Renowned for its simultaneous engineering expertise, Heller Machine Tools is one of few UK machining centre builders able to provide a fixture design and build service using its own engineers.  Brochure Available 

News from Heller Machine Tools ( 6 March 2006)

Machine tool group shows off latest technology

All 600 Group plants have benefited from recent capital investment, particularly the lathes plant in Heckmondwike, which has had a complete revision of the manufacturing and management systems.

News from 600 Group ( 6 March 2006)

On-line performance review gets 90% response

 User Application Article  Excavation equipment manufacturer JCB has enjoyed over 90% completion rate from 945 staff in two months with on-line performance review system.

News from Bowland Solutions ( 6 March 2006)

GTMA looks forward to a successful MACH 2006

UK's Gauge and Toolmakers' Association will be demonstrating the 'Best of British' in gauge and toolmaking manufacture at the forthcoming MACH 2006 'GTMA Village' exhibition.

News from GTMA ( 6 March 2006)

Wire EDM has three-sided vertical drop tank

Wire EDM includes as standard a three-sided vertical drop tank - a revolutionary design whereby the work tank retracts fully into the body of the unit, allowing easy machining of larger work pieces.

News from Sodi-Tech edm ( 6 March 2006)

Southwestern Industries acquires XYZ Machine Tools

Southwestern Industries, USA, has acquired XYZ Machine Tools, providing additional financial and technical resources to produce CNC machine tools for the UK and to extend XYZ presence in Europe.  Brochure Available 

News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 6 March 2006)

EII With Attunity Improves Reporting

EII With Attunity Improves Reporting, Increases Customer satisfaction at Valassis

News from Attunity (UK) Ltd ( 6 March 2006)

Total protection for Microsoft Windows Servers

Backup Vendor Announces New Version of its Near CDP Solution for Microsoft Windows Servers

News from SonaSoft Corporation ( 6 March 2006)

Rhapsody Triumphs in Demanding Tool Evaluation

 User Application Article  Major North American Defence Contractor Invests $300,000 in I-Logix Rhapsody

News from I-Logix Europe ( 6 March 2006)

Imass is UK Number One

Imass Design Solutions is the top UK reseller of Autodesk manufacturing solutions.

News from Imass ( 6 March 2006)

Visiprise positioned for continued expansion

Operational Growth, Merger and Strategic Partnerships in 2005 Position Visiprise for Continued Expansion

News from Visiprise ( 6 March 2006)

More Than 400 Companies Have Selected Epicor

 User Application Article  World's Leading Manufacturers Adopt Epicor's Next-Generation SOA-Enabled Manufacturing Solutions

News from Epicor ( 6 March 2006)

Partners for Growth Partner Recruitment Drive

European Channel Set to Expand Following Substantial Revenue Growth in 2005

News from Epicor ( 6 March 2006)

Epicor CRS has 12% Share of retail Market

Epicor CRS Cited as the Market Share Leader in POS Software Utilization by Independent Retail Management Consulting Firm

News from Epicor ( 6 March 2006)

Epicor Announces SOA Business Integration Platform

Epicor Service Connect Provides Automated Workflow, Enhanced Collaboration and Agility for Improved Business Performance.

News from Epicor ( 6 March 2006)

Epicor Honoured as Fastest Growing Partner

Epicor Recognised for Fourth Consecutive Year as a Leader Delivering Enterprise Solutions to Manufacturers Exploitiing Progress Technology

News from Epicor ( 6 March 2006)

5-port Entry-Level Fibre Ethernet Switch

Korenix Industrial 5-port Entry-Level Cost-effective Solution for Industrial Fibre Ethernet Switch

News from Korenix Technology ( 6 March 2006)

Support for 3 monitors at a time

New Matrox TripleHead2Go external upgrade offers support for 3 monitors at a time

News from Matrox Graphics ( 6 March 2006)

Assay, pathway and visualisation suite

Adept Scientific has released CambridgeSoft's BioOffice Ultra 2006 - the ultimate assay, pathway and visualisation suite.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 6 March 2006)

Biological publishing, modelling, and database

Adept Scientific has released CambridgeSoft's ChemOffice Ultra 2006, which transforms a PC into a chemical and biological publishing, modelling, and database workstation.  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 6 March 2006)

Internet-based intelligent services save money

Agilent Technologies has introduced the first portfolio of internet-based Intelligent Services that offer laboratory managers new ways to improve productivity and save money.

News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 6 March 2006)

Bench-top time-of-flight mass spectrometer

Agilent Technologies has announced its new bench-top time-of-flight (TOF) mass spectrometer, the Agilent 6210 TOF.

News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 6 March 2006)

Liquid chromatography showcased on tour

Agilent Technologies has announced the Agilent World Tour 2006, during which Agilent experts will showcase the company's new 1200 Series liquid chromatography.

News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 6 March 2006)

Sensor addresses ABS braking and speed sensing

The new ATS642LSH from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is a Hall-effect speed sensor which incorporates a novel running-mode calibration system.

News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe ( 6 March 2006)

Calibrators to include two new liquid bath types

Ametek Calibration Instruments has extended its range of Jofra calibrators to include two new liquid bath types.

News from Ametek Calibration Instruments ( 6 March 2006)

High quality miniature and industrial switches

APEM Components, a leading manufacturer of high quality miniature and industrial switches, has introduced its P36 Series, RoHS compliant, DIP Coded Rotary switches.

News from Apem Components ( 6 March 2006)

Photometric infrared spectroscopy analyzers

Aspectrics, a leading supplier of Enc