News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 12 March
to Saturday 18 March 2006
Enhanced fire alarms conform to UL standards
Upgraded fire alarm products now conform to the new standards mandated by UL, as well as offering enhanced features and benefits.
News from Silent Knight (17 March 2006)
500 personal protection products introduced
Personal protection products include hearing-, eye-, respiratory- and welding protection, workwear, hand protection, safety footwear and fall arrest equipment.
News from Buck & Hickman (17 March 2006)
Laser-markable labels are the cost-effective
Laser-markable labels designed for use in demanding environments labels provide long-term identification automotive and electronic products: rating plates and product identification. Brochure Available
News from Brady Lab (17 March 2006)
Systems Material Handling given APP franchise
Anderson Power Products has franchised Systems Material Handling, as Master Distributor serving the material handling and motive power markets.
News from Anderson Power Products (17 March 2006)
Lens adapters increase image resolution
Technical datasheets describe a range of high performance lens adapters, which are able to compliment lenses they are used with to produce high resolution images with minimal distortion. Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics (17 March 2006)
UK Fastener Fair Coventry has 130+ exhibitors
Visitors attending Fastener Fair Coventry, UK, on during April 5/6, 2006, will have exclusive access to suppliers that specialise in serving the fastener industry in the UK and Ireland.
News from Fastener Fair (17 March 2006)
Hall sensor used for positioning without encoder
Believed to be the first analog Hall sensor for the positioning of linear motors without encoder, and is done simply by mounting the reading head on the coil unit surface.
News from Tecnotion (17 March 2006)
Machined parts washed 100 % particle-/solvent-free
When cleaning machined components a washing system manipulates them in such a way that critical areas such as deep galleries are flushed through thoroughly.
News from IB Industries (17 March 2006)
Thermal ink jet printer replaces embossing
User Application Article A pharmaceutical company had noted a number of disadvantages in using an in-line embossing system, so it chose a more reliable thermal ink jet printer instead.
News from Sunala (17 March 2006)
Steel news delivered to cell/mobile phones
Aimed at the steelmaking sector business executive, a service provides steel industry news delivered direct to cell/mobile phones and other wireless devices anywhere around the globe.
News from Steelonthenet.com (17 March 2006)
Electronics print stencil growth reported
Following an aggressive new marketing campaign, production automation specialist, Contax, has experienced a growth in demand for Speedline stencil printing products.
News from Contax (17 March 2006)
'Weighing aspects of legal metrology' goes well
The second group of students are already well on their way to completing their course in the weighing aspects of legal metrology, which is proving to be very successful.
News from UK Weighing Federation (17 March 2006)
Milling cutter offers impressive removal rates
User Application Article Milling cutter performs facing, ramping, pocketing and plunging at very high feed rates at shallow depths of cut and directs cutting forces axially into the machine to improve stability. Brochure Available
News from Stellram (17 March 2006)
Focus is on cutting 'hard to machine' materials
Metal cutting tools maker has decided to focus its business on 'hard to machine' materials like stainless, nickel and cobalt-based alloys, and titanium. Brochure Available
News from Stellram (17 March 2006)
Linear motor driven positioning systems launched
Manufacturer of linear motor driven positioning systems has launched a range of linear motor stages with a travel range from 150mm to 2m.
News from Anorad UK (17 March 2006)
Heaters extend bearing service life
A heater range for bearings and rotationally symmetric steel parts is intended to ease mounting work, improve safety and avoid contamination during the heating of workpieces. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (17 March 2006)
Tools aid mounting/dismounting rotating parts
Two products which help to speed up, simplify and make safe the mounting and dismounting of rolling bearings and help to prevent unnecessary damage. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (17 March 2006)
Solder pots sweep dross away for perfect tinning
A range of temperature controlled, rotating solder pots automatically create a dross-free zone for fast, reliable and efficient soldering with lead-free solders.
News from Solbraze (17 March 2006)
Tools punch galvanised and SS with no resharpening
User Application Article Punching holes in galvanised and stainless steel lighting products required that tools had to be sharpened weekly - since replaced with tools that operate for months with no sharpening. Brochure Available
News from Mate Precision Tooling (17 March 2006)
Equipment anodises and colours aluminium parts
A range of aluminium anodising and colouring equipment - from bench top modules to multi-tank systems - achieve decorative finishes using coloured dyes and 'self-colour' anodising.
News from Balco Engineering Ltd (17 March 2006)
Media converters seamlessly convert fibre-copper
Media converters seamlessly and accurately convert to and from fiber-to-copper through hostile RFI.EMI environments and extend the distances up to 2km with multi mode fibre.
News from B and B Electronics (17 March 2006)
Seminar programme for Subcon 2006 expanded
Four more top level presentations have been confirmed for the UK's Subcon subcontracting exhibition's specially commissioned free seminar programme. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (17 March 2006)
Polymer bearings/energy chains maker sets Open Day
To mark the opening of its new 28,000ft2 UK headquarters in Northampton, igus is opening its doors to existing and potential customers, suppliers and press on March 29, 2006. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (17 March 2006)
Electrical conduit provides EMC screening
A flexible non-metallic electrical conduit provides high levels of EMC screening for the protection of critical machinery which must not be subject to interference. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (17 March 2006)
Development reduces con-rod weight/machining
User Application Article Steel supplier is working with a drop forge to optimise the design and manufacture of existing con-rods, reduce con-rod weight and improve machining to reduce production costs. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) (17 March 2006)
Indexable cutter cuts thread milling cycle times
Multi-flute indexable thread milling cutter is designed to reduce cycle times on the generation of large threads through the use of long inserts and multiple flute holders.
News from Vargus Tooling UK (17 March 2006)
Machines surface grind hard, difficult materials
High specification electronic machines with advanced control systems have been developed to surface grind the harder and more difficult materials as well as traditional steels.
News from 600 Centre (17 March 2006)
CAD/CAM software enhanced for punching/profiling
The latest version of Expert CADCAM software for punching, profiling and routing technologies has further significant advances made in nesting efficiency and ease of use.
News from Jetcam International (17 March 2006)
Bandsaw pulses blade to double cutting speeds
Bandsaw reduces cutting resistance by pulsing in the downward direction of the blade and to dramatically reduce production cutting times, blade chattering and noise levels.
News from Birkett Cutmaster (17 March 2006)
Intelligent robots reduce assembly tooling
User Application Article In a new approach to vehicle floor pan assembly, Nissan has discarded framing jigs on initial spot welding by using robots with intelligent control and integrated 3D laser vision systems. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc Robotics (UK) (17 March 2006)
3D CAD-CAM grinding contoured, complex parts
Advanced 3D CAD-CAM grinding techniques have been introduced that can now produce contoured parts that conventional parametric programs have been unable to cope with.
News from Anca Pty (17 March 2006)
Industry standard interconnects and connectors
Harwin has presented Arrow with a special award in recognition of the commitment it demonstrated to growing North European business for the connector manufacturer in 2005.
News from Arrow Electronics (UK) (17 March 2006)
TrueComp Suite delivers rapid ROI
Revenue Growth, Effective Use of Incentives and Improved Productivity Lead to Payback of Up to $79 Million in as Little as Six Months.
News from Callidus Software (17 March 2006)
Mathcad 13 is 2005 product of the year
Desktop engineering magazine readers choose Mathcad 13 as 2005 product of the year
News from Desktop Engineering/Helmers Publishing (17 March 2006)
Navigate 2D/3D Models of Infrastructure Project
User Application Article Bentley Connects MicroStation to ogle Earth Service Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (17 March 2006)
New Solution Partner TurboTools
IronCAD Announces New Solution Partner TurboTools enabling 2D Wiring Diagrams, System Level Designs, and routing cables using IronCAD's powerful 3D positioning tools
News from IronCAD (17 March 2006)
Safe Technology announces new release of fe-safe
The latest version of the durability analysis software for FE models, fe-safe 5.2, includes a number of major enhancements along with the eagerly awaited add-module, Verity.
News from Safe Technology (17 March 2006)
Processia solutions joins DS consulting program
Montreal-based PLM consulting firm expands DS PLM solutions partnerships with aerospace and automotive industry expertise
News from Dassault Systemes (17 March 2006)
MultiVariable Foundation Fieldbus Transmitters
The Rosemount 3095 MultiVariable mass flow transmitter reduces process variability and decreases installation costs.
News from Emerson Process Management (17 March 2006)
Best Practice in Design for Regulatory Compliance
Companies that build compliance into early product design improve compliance by 31 percent and significantly reduce recalls and failure rates, according to new analyst report
News from Siemens PLM Software (17 March 2006)
Data processing for Airbus manufacture
User Application Article This year, the presentation of the Airbus A380 made global headlines. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (17 March 2006)
Expanded PTFE membranes, films and laminates
Donaldson Membranes provides visitors to its easy-to-navigate website with a comprehensive breakdown of terminologies and processes.
News from Donaldson Membranes (17 March 2006)
Charged aerosol HPLC detector for laboratories
ESA Biosciences has chosen Analytica 2006 for the European launch of Corona Plus - a new version of its award-winning Charged Aerosol HPLC detector, BioStat.
News from ESA Analytical (17 March 2006)
Optical interconnects are easily maintained
ITT's new Cannon PHD line of optical interconnects delivers high performance, high density, and ease of maintenance. Brochure Available
News from ITT Electronic Components (17 March 2006)
Tester measures reverse ratchet torque
The CRC tester can also measure 'reverse-ratchet torque', the torque developed when rotating a closure in a counter-clockwise direction without any top-load being applied. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (17 March 2006)
BP Labels - perfectly suited to show
BP Labels 'measured up' perfectly at this year's Packaging Innovations show with its 'suits you' approach to self adhesive labelling.
News from BP Labels (17 March 2006)
Litho Supplies to distribute Esko in the UK
Esko will use Litho Supplies' sales channel in the UK to distribute their Cyrel Digital Imager (CDI) 2120 and DeskPack software with the latest version of Esko Workflow software - Scope 3.
News from EskoArtwork (17 March 2006)
Cirrus Research to exhibit at SHE 2006
Cirrus Research will be exhibiting an extensive range of its products at the Safety and Health Expo, Stand No G52 in Hall 9, from 9 - 11 May 2006 at the NEC, Birmingham, UK.
News from Cirrus Research (17 March 2006)
Free vibration management tags
Fivesquared is offering cost-effective vibration management systems to suit all industry including construction, local authorities, engineering services and grounds maintenance companies.
News from Fivesquared (17 March 2006)
UK companies offered products to comply with ATEX
Hazardous area sites in the UK face compliance with the ATEX Workplace Directive, under DESEAR - however, there are some simple solutions available to help reduce the workload.
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (16 March 2006)
Service centre offers field service engineers
Machine tool and engineering companies are using powerful, yet easy-to-use functionality of a service centre service to increase their customer satisfaction levels.
News from Tesseract (16 March 2006)
Overmoulding seals heat exchanger tubing to plate
User Application Article An 'overmoulding technique' is a process that achieves 100% sealing of the tubes to the plate in thermoplastics heat exchangers, using melting, under controlled, reproducible conditions.
News from Chemical Process Solutions (16 March 2006)
CAD/CAM software gives mould makers an advantage
User Application Article CAD/CAM software coupled with skilled designers are enabling a UK mould maker to triple business growth in producing tooling up to 10 tonnes weight and provide a complete service. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (16 March 2006)
ERP software aids total quality management
Using enterprise-wide information technology software systems such as ERP is maximising the usage of operational processing and data flow to provide total quality management.
News from Technology Group International (16 March 2006)
Real time, 3-axis machining cost estimates given
Software for first cost analysis for machined products gives real-time, predictive cost estimates for turned and 3-axis machined products throughout the entire product delivery process.
News from aPriori (16 March 2006)
Material handling production in UK to increase
PSI Engineering and Norpak Packaging team up to help increase production capacity of distribution centres across the United Kingdom.
News from PSI Engineering (16 March 2006)
Partnership to sell NVH software products
To become the exclusive sales and support channel for key NVH software products and active software maintenance contracts, Bruel and Kjaer has partnered with Maya HTT, Canada.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (16 March 2006)
Machining/machine tool simulation enhanced
Machine tool and machining simulation software includes new methods for programming full machine simulation, enhanced forward kinematics andsimulation of simultaneous B-axis turning.
News from MachineWorks (16 March 2006)
CAD translation matches CATIA V5 development
The CADverter product suite has been upgraded to provide bi-directional translation between CATIA V5's newly-introduced Revision 16 and other leading CAD and visualisation systems.
News from Theorem Solutions (16 March 2006)
Controller offers real-time RFID communication
Controller facilitates real-time communication and transparent integration of controls infrastructure and plant floor devices such as RFID readers with enterprise applications such as SAP.
News from Comtrol Corporation (16 March 2006)
Composites parts maker upgrades CAD/CAM systems
User Application Article Composites product manufacturer has acquired latest software to design and manufacture high-end composite motor sports parts, including all Formula One projects.
News from Vistagy (16 March 2006)
How to identify lead-free parts from 100 makers
UK electronics components stocking distributor has produced a simple guide to assist electronic component buyers to identify lead free components from major manufacturers.
News from Cyclops Electronics (16 March 2006)
Mask resins replace lacquers, wax, tape, fixtures
Masking resins replace lacquers, wax, tape and fixtures that save time in metal finishing processes are ideal for complex sensitive shapes and fully protect critical surfaces.
News from Intertronics (16 March 2006)
Infrared cameras supplied for all needs
Following the introduction of its most recent infrared cameras - including one at 'entry level' - a manufacturer says it has products available for all thermal vision applications. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (16 March 2006)
MACH 2006 machine tool show is 10% bigger
Now virtually sold out, the number of exhibiting companies stands at nearly 500 at the forthcoming UK MACH 2006 machine tool exhibition - a 10% rise from 2004.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (16 March 2006)
UK machine tool exports rise by 9%
Exports of metal working machine tools from the UK were worth GBP 438.0 million, an increase of +9.0% on 2004, while imports increased by +6.1% to GBP 404.0 million.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (16 March 2006)
Sliding head lathe machines high tolerance parts
User Application Article Specialist machining subcontractor's sliding head turning centre is used for making critical parts used medical gas, anaesthesia and optical equipment to tolerances under 0.005mm.
News from Tornos Technologies (16 March 2006)
Power generation equipment service expands
Standby and auxiliary power generating equipment supplier has added 56 super-silenced generators and 35 fuel tanks to a large stock of generators, lighting towers and equipment.
News from Power4 (16 March 2006)
Be economical with solvents, watch the facts
The European Chlorinated Solvents Association opines that several stories in 'Manufacturingtalk' are incomplete and misleading about options open to 'trike' users.
News from European Chlorinated Solvent Association (16 March 2006)
Vacuum presses offer even pressure distribution
Vacuum presses feature even pressure distribution across the entire platen surface area, resulting in finished product with uniform thickness across the entire panel.
News from OEM Press Systems (16 March 2006)
Real time ERP essential to supplier certification
User Application Article Sub-contract injection moulding company is one of few Nissan Service suppliers to gain ASN certification, owing to ERP use that gives seamless EDI and necessary warehouse management.
News from IQMS Europe (16 March 2006)
Precision linear/drive machine components extended
Automation systems and components provider has extended its range of precision linear and drive technology components for machine tool, automation and special machine building.
News from Gudel UK (16 March 2006)
Automotive EPDM seals prepared for bonding in-line
User Application Article Corona treatment eliminates the inefficiencies, safety hazards, and product damage potential of conventional preparation techniques for bonding, while offering improved bonding results.
News from Dyne Technology (16 March 2006)
Industrial recorder offers 180mm chart width
An advanced industrial recorder combines 180mm chart width with a large display and Ethernet capability dramatically improves the display of measurement data.
News from Yokogawa UK (16 March 2006)
Metal matrix composite benefits robotic usage
User Application Article When used in robotic arms, the high strength, stiffness and light weight of an aluminum silicon carbide metal matrix composite ensures lower inertial response when the arm is moved.
News from CPS Corp (16 March 2006)
Metal matrix composite benefits LED operation
User Application Article Meeting the increased thermal behavior requirements for high brightness LEDs, aluminium silicon carbide composite metal matrix also allows extremely efficient thermal dissipation.
News from CPS Corp (16 March 2006)
Spectrometer gains user BSI 'RoHS kitemark
User Application Article The X-ray fluorescence method, combined with a fast, easy automation process of XAN and XDAL spectrometers result in a dependable, economic verification component WEEE/RoHS conformity. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) (16 March 2006)
Web site promotes manufacturing businesses
With an average of four million companies being viewed each month, the Kompass Directory Web site is a vital tool in promoting businesses of all sizes, particularly in manufacturing.
News from Reed Business Information (16 March 2006)
Cutting tool balancing machine is easy to use
An easy to use spindle tool balancing machine allows machine operators or toolsetters to balance tool assemblies to standards as precise as G1 at the spindle speeds specified in ISO 1940.
News from PCM Tooling (UK) (16 March 2006)
BT to cut networking costs for Essex NHS
User Application Article BT has announced that it has been awarded a multi-million pound contract by Essex NHS Strategic Health Authority (SHA) to develop a community of interest network across 580 sites in the county.
News from BT Global Services (16 March 2006)
Halfords fasttracks for growth with CIBER Novasoft
User Application Article CIBER Novasoft fitted the bill and enabled Halfords to benefit from their existing SAP experience with other major retailers
News from CIBER Novasoft (16 March 2006)
Laplink Launches PCmover Channel Campaign
PCmover campaign helps PC manufacturers and vendors offer convenient migration to their customers.
News from Laplink Software (16 March 2006)
Aerospace Service Provider ATT Metrology Services
User Application Article Increases Large Volume Measurement Capabilities with Leica T-Probe and T-Scan
News from Leica Geosystems AG (16 March 2006)
Launch of realviz stitcher 5.1
Launch of realviz stitcher 5.1 and New dedicated site at multimedia photo image show, paris
News from Realviz (16 March 2006)
Disaster Recovery for Microsoft Environment
Technical Background Article Sonasoft's software is designed for disk-to-disk backup, it is application specific, and makes use of lots of the great capabilities of SQL, Exchange and Windows Servers
News from SonaSoft Corporation (16 March 2006)
Te-Environment Live in Banbridge District Council
User Application Article The future of Local Government IT is here today
News from Tascomi Ltd (16 March 2006)
Colombia Standardises on Bentley'
User Application Article Colombia's Largest Multi-Utility Standardises on Bentley's WaterGEMS for Water Distribution Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (16 March 2006)
160Gb/s Data Transmission Trial over 635km
Oki Electric Succeeds in World's First 160Gb/s Data Transmission Trial over a Distance of 635km
News from Oki Electric Industry (16 March 2006)
Latest Rules-driven Product Management Technology
RuleStream to Showcase Latest in Rules-driven Product Management Technology at National Manufacturing Week 2006
News from RuleStream Corp (16 March 2006)
Wallingford's 7th International User Conference
Call for Papers for Wallingford Software's 7th International User Conference, 13th and 14th September 2006
News from Wallingford Software (16 March 2006)
Reqtify requirements engineering tool
Artisan and TNI-Software partner to ease Requirements Management for UML/SysML engineers
News from Artisan Software Tools (16 March 2006)
Shining performance from Autodesk Inventor
User Application Article Autodesk Inventor Gets its Name in Lights Shining Performance Marks Chocolate Factory Debut
News from Autodesk (16 March 2006)
Life given to 3D experiences for PLM users
Dassault Systemes announces adoption of 3D XML technology into Virtools
News from Dassault Systemes (16 March 2006)
World's Test Engineer of the Year
National Instruments awards $20,000 Educational Grant to Test and Measurement World's Test Engineer of the Year Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (16 March 2006)
Strong revenue growth for Psion Teklogix
Results for the Twelve Months ended 31 December 2005
News from Psion Teklogix (16 March 2006)
UGS Helps Autodesk Customers Evolve to 3D
New integrated diagramming enhancements allows 2D AutoCAD users to move to Solid Edge for all their 2D and 3D design needs
News from Siemens PLM Software (16 March 2006)
High power X-ray application power supplies
High voltage power supplies with industry leading levels of ripple and drift have been introduced by Applied Kilovolts.
News from Applied Kilovolts (16 March 2006)
Vision sensors for metalstamping industry
Dave Fletcher has spent 20 years helping customers in the metal stamping industry make the most of vision sensors, and he'll be sharing his experience, insights and tips with Metalform attendees.
News from Banner Engineering (16 March 2006)
Vibration test and calibration solutions
Calibration Dynamics has formalised its' agreement with MB Dynamics of Cleveland Ohio and is now appointed as the UK's exclusive distributor.
News from Calibration Dynamics (16 March 2006)
Personal gas monitor is small, light and easy
The new Gasman personal gas monitor is small, light and easy to use in the toughest industrial environments. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (16 March 2006)
Spring testing for railwat transit system
User Application Article Seoul Metropolitan Railway Transit required a system for testing a variety of springs in their electric railcars. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (16 March 2006)
Titration package for the food industry
The Food Titrino offers a complete package for the usual analyses in the food industry. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (16 March 2006)
PP Pails And Containers Environmentally Sound
IPL has introduced what it claimed is environmentally sound packaging with its Shure-Lock line of industrial pails and commercial containers made of polypropylene (PP) resin.
News from IPL Packaging (16 March 2006)
Fitting Hot Foil Coder To Second-Hand Labeller
User Application Article When one of Eastern Europe's leading pharmaceutical manufacturers needed a hot foil coder fitted to a second-hand labeller, Rotech built a custom frame and installed its Coder 60 printer.
News from Rotech Machines (16 March 2006)
Cyclop names new man
Cyklop UK has appointed a new Product Manager for its range of stretchwrap systems.
News from Cyklop UK (16 March 2006)
ERP ups concentrates manufacturing efficiency
User Application Article Colour and additive concentrates maker now has the control and visibility it requires across a growing number of its plants and is already seeing major benefits from a new ERP system.
News from Preactor International (16 March 2006)
Dugard to sell Ermaksan equipment in Europe
The Turkish sheet metal equipment builder, Ermaksan - one of Europe's largest - has appointed C Dugard as representative in the UK and in European and Russian territories. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (15 March 2006)
Machine vision platform service pack released
Industrial Vision Systems has released its Service Pack 9 for NeuroCheck 5.1 platform for industrial machine vision and includes numerous minor improvements and bug-fixes.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (15 March 2006)
ERP functionality features enhanced CRM
A leading software provider has enhanced its ERP functionality - ranging from user specific dashboards and trending reports to enhanced CRM functionality and third party integration.
News from Technology Group International (15 March 2006)
Compact Ethernet switch used inside control panels
The first of a range of compact IP30 devices developed for use inside industrial control panels is an Ethernet switch that connects up to eight devic es through RJ45 ports.
News from Harting (15 March 2006)
Trimmable backed abrasive flap disc lasts longer
A trimmable backed abrasive flap disc enables the operator to trim away the back of the disc up to 3/8in from the original diameter, exposing more flap abrasive and extending disc life.
News from Weiler Corporation (15 March 2006)
Internal thread form combats vibration, shock
User Application Article A novel internal thread form is helping medical device manufacturers combat vibration, shock, and thread loosening for needed safety and performance.
News from Spiralock (15 March 2006)
Novel self-lock fasteners resist shock, vibration
Technical Background Article Self- locking fasteners with a 30 deg 'wedge' ramp cut at the root of the female thread are proving more reliable than adhesive locking and other techniques, reports Del Williams.
News from Spiralock (15 March 2006)
Wide range of abrasive powder supplied
Abrasives are produced, including black and green silicon carbide, white, brown and black fused aluminum oxide, also F, P, JIS Standard graded powder is available on request.
News from ZYR Abrasives (15 March 2006)
Fast working calibrator ranges to 1205 deg C
Temperature calibrator covers the temperature scale in the high range from 300 to 1205 deg C, with an excellent stability of 0.1 deg C and does calibration functions very quickly.
News from Ametek Calibration Instruments (15 March 2006)
Casting simulation analyses complex filling
Latest casting simulation software includes a new 'flow solver', which enables the user to analyse complex filling conditions, and is also for components with extremely thin walls.
News from Magma (15 March 2006)
Programme helps seek resources for funding growth
A programme designed to help growth companies in the UK's South East gain access to resources and funding for innovation is appealing for ambitious manufacturing firms to take part.
News from SEEDA, South East England Devt. Agency (15 March 2006)
Low cost thermal camera has high resolution
For applications where the targets have small areas of interest, a 320 x 240 detector has four times the number of pixels of a 160 x 120 detector, and one exists now in the low cost market.
News from Impac Infrared (15 March 2006)
India, China growth in HMI hardware forecast
Human interface hardware demand in the world market will grow to over $1.9 bn by 2009, with the Asia-Pacific area projected as the most expansive in China and India.
News from IMS Research (15 March 2006)
Wireless forklift monitoring made in real-time
Forklift truck users can now seamlessly integrate the latest RFID into their existing network and collect data regarding use of the truck on a PC in the office. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (15 March 2006)
Hand-arm vibration study course offered
Providing information and guidance in a complex subject, the Institute of Acoustics is offering a five-day course on 'Management of Occupational Exposure to Hand-Arm Vibration'. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (15 March 2006)
ISA issues EXPO 2006 call for automation papers
The USA's Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society is inviting automation professionals around the world to submit an abstract for the ISA EXPO 2006 conference.
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (15 March 2006)
Laser marking systems featured on Web site
Web site DataLase (formerly Sherwood Technology) laser marking manufacturer has updated its Website to reflect its development from a technology company into a total systems provider.
News from DataLase (15 March 2006)
Rotational plastics moulding degaters are easier
Rotational Degaters provide a more automated and easier to use alternative to conventional gate cutting systems for cutting multiple gates and handles multiple linear adjustments.
News from SAS Automation (15 March 2006)
Portable planer has quick-change blade
A portable 13in wood planer features double-sided quick-change blade and a chip removal indicator that saves time by accurately determining desired chip removal before planing.
News from Metabo (15 March 2006)
Rubber mouldings ease intricate part measurement
User Application Article Measuring the surfaces of such intricate but critical components is no longer a 'challenege' when using a metrology-grade self-curing rubber product to produce measurable replica. Brochure Available
News from Quality Gauging Systems (15 March 2006)
Inspection software has turbine blade analysis
Software now automates the inspection process by running user-recorded macros or part programs - used to inspect multiple parts from an existing part database.
News from Metris (15 March 2006)
Heavy duty conveyor indexed by AC geared motor
User Application Article A specially designed indexing roller conveyor, capable of holding and transferring up to 90 tonne of press tooling, is indexed accurately and reliably with three AC geared motors. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (15 March 2006)
Bug-free pallets made for medical manufacturer
User Application Article Pallets have been given a specialist heat treatment to ensure the wood carries no harmful bacteria, which could affect the medical products, which will be stored on them.
News from Capital Pallet Solutions (15 March 2006)
Optimise belt drive systems at design stage
Optimising belt drive systems at the design stage can contribute significantly to the operating life, reliability and overall efficiency of a belt drive system. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (15 March 2006)
Near-infrared analyser offers common QC platform
Near-infrared analyser offers a common platform of method, procedure, and data transferability of analytical quality control methods along product development and scale-up processes.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) (15 March 2006)
Beryllium copper EMI/RFI shielding strips offered
EMI shielding specialist has introduced three new beryllium copper EMI/RFI shielding strips for bidirectional applications, offering enhanced strength with improved flexibility.
News from TBA Electro Conductive Products (15 March 2006)
Three-axis DRO is simple and affordable
By adding a third axis functionality to its an existing digital read-out product, a company has produced a new level of 'simple and affordable low end' DRO with numeric keyboard.
News from ACI (UK) (15 March 2006)
Precision rapid pattern making doubles speed
Manufacturer of precision rapid pattern making systems has announced a dramatic 100% speed increase while still achieving the same high resolution as in existing models. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (15 March 2006)
Siemens acquires Delvotec die bonding technology
Siemens Automation and Drives has acquired the die bonder activities of F and K Delvotec Bondtechnik - adding die bonding technology to its business with Siplace SMT machines.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (15 March 2006)
Variable speed drives waste recycled
ABB recycled over 11 tonnes of electrical and electronic waste from its variable speed drives last year - the collection in 2005 was up by 57% on 2004 and by 100% on 2003.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (15 March 2006)
Industry uptake of RFID increases
Despite privacy concerns, consumer goods, healthcare, defence, government, transportation and automotive sectors are all benefiting from radio identification technology.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit (15 March 2006)
High quality machining centres are affordable
Cost-effective horizontal and vertical machining centres are based around a cast iron frame construction with hardened and ground box slideways for high quality performance.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (15 March 2006)
Versatile vices reduce set-up times for batch work
User Application Article Using versatile vices alongside their own batch-produced components has enabled a workholding product manufacturing company to reduce set-up times dramatically. Brochure Available
News from Roemheld UK (15 March 2006)
HEPA filters can be used in ultra-clean rooms
The addition of high efficiency particulate air media for absolute filters that meet industry standards of H13 filter class will be welcomed within the pharmaceutical industries.
News from Donaldson Membranes (15 March 2006)
Powerful vertical turning lathes have a Y-axis
Adding a Y-axis onto a range of vertical turning lathes has given them machining centre-type production capabilities for a wide range of prismatic components up to 50 tonnes.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (15 March 2006)
Roadshow will interest trichloroethylene users
Manufacturer's roadshow of alternative vapour degreasing systems that meet the latest legislation, and are approved by aerospace companies, will visit Yorkshire during May, 2006. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe (15 March 2006)
Pension deficits put manufacturers in receivership
PricewaterhouseCoopers has been appointed administrative receiver of Armstrong Fastenings, Willenhall Manufacturing, Caparo Automotive and Armstrong Equipment.
News from PricewaterhouseCoopers (15 March 2006)
Five-axis VMC cuts machining cycles by up to 20%
User Application Article A 5-axis CNC vertical machining centre, with a trunnion-mounted table, has reduced machining cycles by up to 20% and halved changeover times for milling toolholder bodies.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (15 March 2006)
Indexable inserts machine cast iron and steel
Indexable inserts for machining CI and steel have regularly achieved up to 75% more components per edge than competitor products, and offered improved process reliability.
News from Walter GB (15 March 2006)
Catalogue details 5,000 maintenance/MRO products
There are 5,000 new maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products for industry catalogued as well as over 50,000 of the 250,000 products available ex stock.
News from Buck & Hickman (15 March 2006)
Ready for international expansion with new CEO
Joachim Fietz accepts top job at Innominate - Olaf Siemens becomes Chief Operating Officer
News from Innominate Security Technologies (15 March 2006)
Integration of Data, Events and Services
Sunopsis Active Integration Hub Now Automates Diverse Integration Requirements Using a Single, Business Rules-based Model
News from Sunopsis (15 March 2006)
Fast Recovery Rests on Right Replication Decisions
Technical Background Article Topio tells how it is in the run up to Business Continuity Expo.
News from Topio (15 March 2006)
New Pickering Interfaces Distributor in Italy
Seeking true global solutions for its worldwide customers, Pickering Interfaces is improving its service in Southern Europe with the appointment of a local distribution partner for Italy
News from Pickering Interfaces (15 March 2006)
Claas to expand global leadership position
User Application Article Agricultural equipment leader reinforces its commitment to PLM to drive product innovation and support global expansion
News from Dassault Systemes (15 March 2006)
Increased Security for Epicor iScala ERP Platform
Audit DB Enables Companies to Reduce Information Risk and Ensure Data Integrity for Regulatory Compliance.
News from Epicor (15 March 2006)
Oxygen monitor has extended life oxygen sensor
Alpha Omega Instruments has introduced its Series 1000 Oxygen Monitor with it's extended life (EES) oxygen sensor that has a full three year warranty.
News from Alpha Omega Instruments (15 March 2006)
Mould makers succeed with CADCAM software
User Application Article A combination of Delcam's Power Solution CADCAM software and a team of highly skilled designers has enabled Yorkshire-based Ryetools to succeed in the increasingly competitive UK mouldmaking industry. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (15 March 2006)
Dual wavelength infrared refrigerant gas sensors
Edinburgh Instruments is manufacturing in the UK a new range of high performance low cost dual wavelength infrared refrigerant gas sensors. Brochure Available
News from Edinburgh Instruments (15 March 2006)
Internet forum focuses on rheology issues
Malvern Instruments has launched a new monthly internet forum which will focus on novel or expanding areas of interest in rheology.
News from Malvern Instruments (15 March 2006)
Automatic analysis of drinking water
TitrIC enables the automatic analysis of drinking water. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (15 March 2006)
Titration data converted to digital flow
Thanks to advanced electronics Metrohm has been able to reduce the measuring amplifier to the size of a postage stamp so the complete measuring amplifier fits into an electrode cable head. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (15 March 2006)
Compact titrator for wine has LCD screen
The Metrohm Wine Titrino is a compact titrator with an LCD screen for real-time curve representation. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (15 March 2006)
Environmental Monitoring and Stability guideliness
Novatek offers a comprehensive technical seminar and workshop on the newest industry trends and current FDA guidelines, requirements and expectations on Environmental Monitoring and Stability.
News from Novatek International (15 March 2006)
Workshop for microbial QC testing
Colin Booth, Vice President Science and Technology, Oxoid, Basingstoke, UK will speak at the Concept Heidelberg, "Microbial QC Testing - Reconcile Compliance with Efficiency" workshop. Brochure Available
News from Oxoid (15 March 2006)
Quality temperature and humidity chambers
Unitemp has announced a new range of high quality temperature and humidity chambers designed primarily for the testing and monitoring of electronics, semiconductors, automotive products.
News from Unitemp (15 March 2006)
Co-extruded, Thermoformed Soup Cup Wins Award
User Application Article EDV Packaging has been awarded a Liderpack Award for primary packaging for food with its pack for soups.
News from EDV Packaging (15 March 2006)
Norpack's Agency For Packaging Automation Systems
PSI Engineering has formed a partnership with Norpak Packaging that enables Norpak to be the authorised agent of PSI's Industry First, automation systems in the UK.
News from PSI Engineering (15 March 2006)
Integrated Secondary Blister Pack System At Achema
Sigpack Systems, a Bosch Packaging Technology company, will introduce new pharmaceutical packaging systems at Achema 2006.
News from Sigpack Systems (15 March 2006)
Recyclable Thermoplastic Film Wins French Award
Sleever International, has won the material category of the French Packaging Award for its new TPE-G (thermoplastic elastomer) film.
News from Sleever International (15 March 2006)
Sleeving's Growth Flows From Bottled Water Firms
Technical Background Article Bottled water manufacturers are increasingly turning to sleeves to give their packaging the best possible combination of functionality and eye appeal.
News from Sleever International (15 March 2006)
Shrinkwrapping For Affordable Presentation Packs
Shrinkwrap Machinery Co the UK manufacturer of packaging machinery has launched a new range of machinery for small to medium volume presentation packaging requirements.
News from Shrinkwrap Machinery Ltd (15 March 2006)
'Fixpack' provides solutions for mail order
BSK cold-seal expertise provides recyclable, self-seal protective mailer for both automatic and hand packaging applications.
News from BSK Materials (15 March 2006)
Shrinkwrap grows its portfolio
Shrinkwrap Machinery Co has announced the launch of a new range of machinery which is perfect for small to medium volume presentation packaging requirements.
News from Shrinkwrap Machinery Ltd (15 March 2006)
Space technology could protect hot workers
The technology used in space suits to protect astronauts carrying out space walks in direct sunlight is now being used to develop protective clothing to safeguard firefighters and steel workers.
News from European Space Agency (15 March 2006)
Automated zinc barrel plating plant installed
An automated inline zinc barrel plating plant, which is to be used for barrel acid zinc plating, is over 31m in length, has a working capacity of 1000kg/h, with a load per barrel of 100/150kg.
News from Riley Industries (14 March 2006)
Guide prepares for gaskets/packings legislation
Ahead of the imminent changes in fugitive emission legislation, a guide helps familiarise engineers with use of 'Best Available Techniques' and general compliance for gaskets and packings.
News from Beldam Burgmann (14 March 2006)
Corona improves bonding properties of adhesives
User Application Article By increasing the surface tension on catheter tubing, corona treatment improves the bonding properties of adhesives and coatings - thereby adding extra safety and reliability.
News from Dyne Technology (14 March 2006)
Intensifier pump is rated at 60,000 lb/in2
Rated for 60,000 lb/in2, an intensifier pump's improvements include a non-contact wet electronic stroke sensor allowing for improved performance and reliability and simpliefied piston/plunger.
News from Jet Edge (14 March 2006)
Water jet cutting system developments shown
As well as an improved high pressure intensifier pump, water jet cutting equipment maker will show a DRO for multi head positioning to improve productivity by reducing set-up time.
News from Jet Edge (14 March 2006)
Powerful water jet cutting systems are accurate
Water jet cutting systems can hold an accuracy of 0.005in with a repeatability of 0.001in and have hydraulic intensifier pump offering up to 30,000h of operation between maintenance cycles.
News from Jet Edge (14 March 2006)
Software helps manage production assembly sequence
Step-by-step assembly guide software is designed to help assemblers correctly recognise and assemble parts into a product and inspectors to verify that parts have been correctly assembled.
News from Saturn Solutions (14 March 2006)
Wide throat pumps improve processing cycle
User Application Article Wide throat pumps are enabling a pet food company to save money through an improved processing cycle that avoids wastage of meat puree from each batch and eliminates disposal costs.
News from Mono Pumps (14 March 2006)
Portable computer collects data in harsh areas
Mobile handheld computer is designed for inventory management in warehouses, distribution centers and other industrial applications that require maximum performance and durability.
News from Glacier Computer (14 March 2006)
Rubber bonding in molded-metal inserts
Release film assists to improve the rubber bonding to molded-in steel inserts, while providing semi-permanent molded release performance and adds 15 to 25% to product productivity.
News from Huron Technologies (14 March 2006)
Two companies added to subcontracting service
Swindon Silicon Systems and BetaTHERM Sensors are allowing Tech-Rep to offer its clients a wider range of products and services for a variety of solutions and applications.
News from Tech-Rep UK (14 March 2006)
Rugged infrared thermometer withstands 'knocks'
Infrared thermometer is sturdily built to withstand the rigours of measuring the temperature of moving materials, webs or inaccessible objects without contact in production environments. Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (14 March 2006)
Compact multifunctional vision system is PC-based
Compact multifunctional vision system is PC-based and supports multi-tasking, while its modular software design enables various functional blocks to be combined for automatic identification work.
News from Value Engineering Alliance (14 March 2006)
Corona and plasma treatment Web site launched
Corona and plasma treatment equipment supplier has launched a Web site ito enable companies to find the right equipment for improved bonding of printing inks, paints, adhesives, etc.
News from Dyne Technology (14 March 2006)
Multi IC alignment tool speeds PCB assembly
With a novel 'Multi IC Alignment Tool' PCB assemblers can align the leads on a whole tube of ICs in one very simple action to increase the speed of PCB assembly.
News from Saturn Solutions (14 March 2006)
IT systems to eliminate paper communications
User Application Article Manufacturer of roofing and building membranes for the construction industry will save GBP 100,000/year and 100m2 of storage space by implementing 'paperless technology' software.
News from Version One (14 March 2006)
Magnetic clutches/brakes control tension precisely
Magnetic particle clutches and brakes provide excellent characteristics for precise web tension control - especially where the material is delicate.
News from Motion Drives and Controls (14 March 2006)
Curved belts pitch allows higher load ratings
A 15mm pitch has been added to a range of polyurethane arc tooth timing belts that feature a curved arc tooth profile with improved tooth shear strength characteristics for higher efficiency.
News from Transmission Developments (14 March 2006)
Safety fence and doors are easily added
Aluminum profile machine building systems have safety fence and doors - requiring no pre-machining - and conforming to DIN EN ISO 775 standard for robotic cell safety. Brochure Available
News from MiniTec UK (14 March 2006)
MRP education partnership established
To educate local businesses in the benefits of implementing the 123mrp.NET MRP system into manufacturing and assembly operations, a series of production workshops is being partnered.
News from Rent-I.T. Systems (14 March 2006)
Single integrated platform developed for laser use
A laser galvo head control has been added to a software based motion and machine control platform to produce a single integrated development platform for laser applications. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (14 March 2006)
MTA supports budget to boost UK SMEs
An improved climate - including 100% permanent capital allowances - to invest is key to reversing the eight-year decline in investment in UK manufacturing, said the MTA.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (14 March 2006)
Web site shows vertical panel saws in action
Videos have been added to a Web site to show Striebig vertical panel saws in action: sizing and cutting panels to within 0.1mm.
News from T M Machinery Sales (14 March 2006)
Panel PCs provide powerful automation
Embedded panel PCs can be adapted for control and visualisation tasks, machine-oriented operation, measurement and parameter setting or for image processing. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (14 March 2006)
3D CAD translation software supports SolidWorks
A leading supplier of innovative 3D CAD translation software has announced the release of the TransMagic 2006 product line with new direct support for SolidWorks part and assembly files.
News from TransMagic (14 March 2006)
Custom injection moulded silicon parts offered
Manufacturer of custom engineered injection-molded rubber solutions, has announced expanded capabilities into liquid silicone molding for automotive applications.
News from Jefferson Rubber Works (14 March 2006)
SpacePilot upgrade announced for northern Europe
3Dconnexion customers can save GBP 100 when they upgrade their existing 3D motion controller to an intelligent SpacePilot with an array of function keys powered by adaptive technology.
News from 3Dconnexion (14 March 2006)
UK incentives exist to improve energy efficiency
Engineering and manufacturing businesses are not doing enough to control their consumption of energy and are largely ignorant of incentives for becoming energy efficient.
News from PKF Accountants & Business Advisers (14 March 2006)
Shock-resistant adhesive bonds phenolic material
A two part adhesive for bonding phenolic material is supplied in clear form and can be tinted black and is designed to provide a solid bond that is resistant to shock.
News from Synchron (14 March 2006)
Energy - is UK doing enough to keep lights on?
The UK's 'Great Energy Debate' highlighted the need for a long term strategy not subject to short political objectives and a that more funding should be applied to development, reports Brian Walker.
News from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (14 March 2006)
Time to mate robots with moulders reduced
Injection molding function package will allow users to integrate KUKA robots into any Injection molding machine from 1000kN to 6MN with less installation and engineering time. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (14 March 2006)
5-axis CAD/CAM enables complex part machining
A powerful 5-Axis NC package for production of complex parts contains a rich set of 5-axis roughing and finishing strategies, complete with tool and holder collision check.
News from Cimatron UK (14 March 2006)
Laser welding head finds/tracks joints too
Laser welding head provides the ultimate in flexibility, productivity and quality due to its ability to combine seven different functions into one tool, include integrated joint finding/tracking.
News from Servo-Robot (14 March 2006)
Laser-vision system checks welds' quality
Enhanced laser-vision process control and weld inspection system not only measures the geometry of the weld but also identifies porosity, undercut and spatter and provides status checks.
News from Servo-Robot (14 March 2006)
Wagon agrees to acquire Oxford Automotive Wagon,
the European automotive components group, has entered into an agreement to acquire Oxford Automotive, a complementary European automotive metal components supplier.
News from Wagon (14 March 2006)
Fast cycling, high speed VMC has 5-axis capability
A high speed, fast cycling VMC has interface for up to five-axis simultaneous machining or development into a highly productive machining cell using robotic loading has advanced CNC.
News from 600 Centre (14 March 2006)
CNC systems supplier moves UK office
GE Fanuc Automation CNC UK has moved into state-of-the-art offices on the outskirts of Northampton and has excellent facilities for presentation and training and renewal parts storage. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc GE CNC UK (14 March 2006)
CNC systems offered from entry-level to 5-axis
CNC hardware and software enhancements offer machine tool users higher performance, easier operation, increased precision and improved productivity - backed by retrofitting advice at MACH. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc GE CNC UK (14 March 2006)
Service contracts raise machine tool productivity
When a company takes out a fixed price Service Contract with GE Fanuc, machine tool availability is maximised at the most economic rate - an economic way to maximise productivity. Brochure Available
News from Fanuc GE CNC UK (14 March 2006)
Superior thermal imaging offered
A 320 x 160 pixel infrared camera, a feature that provides superior thermal imaging performance is, by comparison with its nearest competitor, smaller, lighter and has a choice of lenses. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (14 March 2006)
Network outsourcing contract with Cargotec
User Application Article BT has announced a network outsourcing contract with Cargotec Corporation, the world's leading provider of cargo handling solutions for ships, ports, terminals and local distribution.
News from BT Global Services (14 March 2006)
AnyLogic Training Workshop
Evans and Peck and XJ Technologies are to hold a public AnyLogic training workshop in Sydney, Australia on 9-11 May 2006
News from Evans & Peck Pty Ltd (14 March 2006)
PertMaster for project risk management
PertMaster updates Microsoft and Primavera accreditations to support project managers
News from PertMaster (14 March 2006)
Axper add-in cards powered by Chrome S27
User Application Article Axper Launches Two New Graphics Cards based on S3 Graphics Chrome S20 Series Graphics Processors
News from S3 Graphics (14 March 2006)
Emulation as a digital preservation strategy
User Application Article The National library of the Netherlands has contracted Tessella Support Services to design and develop an open source modular emulator for digital preservation.
News from Tessella Support Services (14 March 2006)
New Via C7-M ULV Processor Family
The World's Lowest Power Mobile Processors, Enables Ultra Mobile Lifestyle Devices
News from VIA Technologies (14 March 2006)
ProfiHub A5
5 Channel Profibus DP Spur and Repeater component
News from Profibus Ireland (14 March 2006)
General Availability of AFP Batch Compare
Software Specifically Designed for High-Speed, Automated Comparison of Large AFP Print Files
News from Exstream Software (14 March 2006)
Easy-to-use post acquisition software package
Cerno Bioscience has announced MassWorks, an easy-to-use post acquisition software package that utilizes Cerno's patented MSIntegrity technology to achieve high mass accuracy.
News from Cerno Bioscience (14 March 2006)
Thermometric titration for versatile dtermination
Thermometric titration is a very versatile determination method and an ideal complement to potentiometric titration. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (14 March 2006)
Chemical evaporator is safe and productive
Available from Radleys Discovery Technologies (RDT) the GreenHouse Blowdown Evaporator sets a new standard for productive and safe evaporation of chemistry samples, HPLC fractions and microplates.
News from Radleys (14 March 2006)
Low cost parallel synthesis down to -70C
The Cooled Carousel Reaction Station range brings all the benefits of low cost parallel synthesis to applications that require sub-ambient temperatures down to -70C.
News from Radleys (14 March 2006)
Calorimetry module with constant flux control
The Lara Coflux from Radleys is a new Calorimetry module for its Lara Controlled Laboratory Reactor system that sets new standards in accuracy, repeatability, operational flexibility and ease-of-use.
News from Radleys (14 March 2006)
Scientific glassware catalogue includes amber ware
Radleys has announced a new 70 page scientific glassware catalogue.
News from Radleys (14 March 2006)
Analytical instruments for texture and coatings
Stable Micro Systems has announced the appointment of Dr Lisa Young as applications engineer, assisting in the development of new tests and attachments.
News from Stable Micro Systems (14 March 2006)
LIMS for internet or intranet operation
Starlims, a provider of Laboratory Information Management Systems, has released Starlims Version 10, an entirely web-based off-the-shelf LIMS that works in Internet and Intranet environments. Brochure Available
News from Starlims (14 March 2006)
Real-time system monitoring and alert notification
Waters has announced new capabilities for Connections Insight, the industry's first Intelligent Device Service Platform.
News from Waters (14 March 2006)
Film Line Meets Demand For Wrapping Drinks Packs
Leeds (UK) company Romar Packaging has just installed a new three-layer CMG blown film line costing GBP500,000.
News from Romar Packaging (14 March 2006)
FLEX makes synthetic variant of glass bottle
FLEX/ the INNOVATIONLAB developed the award-winning (Dutch Design Awards 2004) glass bottles for the Albert Heijn fresh fruit juices approximately two years ago.
News from Flex/the innovation lab (14 March 2006)
Detecta-thane plastic material is metal-detectable
E-Components and Chains Limited of Pocklington (UK) are pleased to announce the launch of their very own Detectamet/Detecta-thane.
News from E-Components and Chains (14 March 2006)
Sheet metal SolidWorks CAD training book released
Book is described as a fun and engaging way to explore the sheet metal capabilities of SolidWorks at the reader's own speed with help from experts in the sheet metal industry.
News from Sheet Metal Guy (13 March 2006)
Swedish spring maker seeks companies to buy
One of Europe's largest manufacturers of springs, Lesjofors of Sweden, is looking for companies to buy in Europe, to establish a more physical presence in its markets. Brochure Available
News from Lesjofors (13 March 2006)
Companies will not pre-empt European legislation
A 100% of European companies questioned in a recent survey believe that it is only a matter of time before EU legislation follows the precedent set by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) in the USA.
News from Wax Digital (13 March 2006)
Solvent use directives - ambiguous or biased?
Technical Background Article We are told from Health and Safety Executive or local authorities that you must change from trichloroethylene to an alternative 'As Soon As Possible', writes Bernard Pye.
News from Core-Chem (13 March 2006)
UK injection mouldmaker meets tight deadlines
User Application Article Faced with an almost impossible task to meet the very tight deadlines for developing a new exterior mirror for passenger cars, a supplier turned to its sole UK mouldmaker, to provide the goods.
News from A.F. Gaskin Ltd (13 March 2006)
Supply chain software company joins Odette
QAD, a leading provider of enterprise applications for global manufacturers, has become the first software company to join European automotive industry organisation Odette.
News from QAD (13 March 2006)
Bench top dispensing robot is very affordable
A bench top Cartesian dispensing robot - with prices beginning at GBP 4000 - brings robotic dispensing within reach of small assembly shops as well as the larger companies.
News from Intertronics (13 March 2006)
ATB looks to acquire UK electric motor producer
European motor manufacturer ATB is to take over the UK's leading motor company, Brook Crompton, and has already a near 30% shareholding in Brook's parent group Lindeteves Jocoberg.
News from ATB Morley (13 March 2006)
Executive vice president in PLM appointed
Seasoned executive Tad Frysinger will lead the critical product strategies for the Federation Software's leading software technologies that federate PLM data in manufacturing enterprises.
News from Federation Software (13 March 2006)
Solvent vapour degreasing cleans up parts best
The finishing industry continue to accept that the cleaning of finished or semi-finished parts is achieved best using solvent vapour degreasing. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe (13 March 2006)
Monitoring product sales rise causes company move
Sales of its pressure, signal, temperature measurement and calibration instruments together gas analysers have necessitated a move by Eurotron Instrumentsto larger premises.
News from Eurotron Instruments (UK) (13 March 2006)
Time to 'tune up' supply chain systems
A supply chain software 'tune-up' programme analyses a user's overall supply chain system - from forecasting and replenishment to transportation and technology - to maximise profitability.
News from Manugistics (13 March 2006)
Re-engineered EDMs reduce operations, set-ups
User Application Article Two re-engineered EDM machines have significantly reduced operations for complex parts from eight or ten operations down to only one or two operations for an engineering sub-contractor.
News from Sodi-Tech edm (13 March 2006)
Vision software simplifies robot programming
Vision software embedded into a PC-based controller for a seamless interface between robot and the vision system makes programming even easier and will be demonstrated on a 6-axis robot. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (13 March 2006)
DRO combines camera and edge detection
An innovative approach to gauge and inspection routines is achieved by combining camera feed and a crosshair generator or video edge detection in a DRO with a colour touch screen display.
News from ACI (UK) (13 March 2006)
Indexable thread-milling cutter saves time
A multiple-flute, indexable thread-milling cutter is designed to reduce cycle times on the generation of large threads through the use of long inserts and multiple flute holders.
News from Vargus Tooling UK (13 March 2006)
Latest CNC tool grinders expand tooling sales
User Application Article Specialist tooling supplier is using seven CNC tool and cutter grinders to keep ahead of competitors by guaranteeing high-quality output and responsive service in the Uk and abroad.
News from Koerber Schleifring UK (13 March 2006)
Large capacity welding wire packs suit SMEs
Large welding wire packs of 100kg allow mid-volume users to enjoy the same advantages without the consumption requirements and capital investment associated with the full-size packs. Brochure Available
News from ESAB (13 March 2006)
Coil punching and press feeding developments shown
Metalforming and coil processing systems will show flexibility in coil-fed punching systems, while a press-feeding system will have automatic line speed regulation for optimum press synchronisation.
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools (13 March 2006)
Large parts injection moulder fills in sequence
A large platen structural plastics injection molding machine using gas assist and structural foam features independent nozzle control to configure the machine for sequential filling of large parts.
News from Wilmington Machinery (13 March 2006)
Metal sawing sales to UK manufacturers soar
Normally, UK metal sawing machine sales go to stockholders, but in 2005, Kasto reported that sales to the manufacturing sector 'soared to 60%' resulting in a 50% increase in turnover.
News from Kasto (13 March 2006)
Latest flashback arrestors give most protection
Latest flashback arrestor is described in recent technical literature as a cylindrical type having an advanced design giving a high flow rate and has a large cylindrical flame-arresting element. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (13 March 2006)
Twin-wire weld overlay cladding system developed
Subcontract weld cladding company's research and development team has developed a twin-wire system for weld overlay cladding - doubling deposition rate and reducing the HAZ.
News from Arc Energy Resources (13 March 2006)
Compact universal centre turns bar or chucked work
A compact universal turning centre for processing chuck and bar work offers everything: C-axis, powered tools, powerful digital drives and a choice of fully equipped CNC systems.
News from HK Technologies (13 March 2006)
Tool pack has cordless saws, drill and flashlight
An 18V cordless combination tool pack - in a handy to carry blow case - has everything where it is wanted: including a reciprocating saw, circular saw, drill and flashlight.
News from ProGrade Tools (13 March 2006)
Standard and safety control functionality combined
Safety controller with a two-processor safety architecture allows for faster implementation, improved productivity and easier ability to meet advanced safety control requirements.
News from Rockwell Automation (13 March 2006)
Centralised Process Automation Solution
User Application Article Trelleborg sealing solutions forecasts a year one ROI from BPM investment
News from Content Group (13 March 2006)
Fact Based Management At Morgan Stanley
User Application Article Eg work manager promotes an active style of management and provides data on: quality; service standards; staff skills; work throughput; available resources; productivity and unit costs.
News from eg Solutions (13 March 2006)
Fairchild Night Vision Keyboard
Fairchild and NSI introduce Industrial "Night Vision" Keyboard and Trackball
News from Fairchild (13 March 2006)
14 critical banking applications migrated to BPM
User Application Article Dexia implements efficient case management by calling on Case Manager from Global 360
News from Global 360 (13 March 2006)
Palisade launches NeuralTools software
Sophisticated Analysis Now Available to Excel Spreadsheet Users with Palisade's NeuralTools Software
News from Palisade Europe (13 March 2006)
Isolated frequency to current/voltage converter
Instrumentation specialist Lee-Dickens has released a frequency to current/voltage converter with built-in isolation and a universal DC power supply Brochure Available
News from Lee-Dickens (13 March 2006)
Web2CAD TraceParts changes its name to TraceParts
Amberg-based company web2CAD TraceParts has announced that it is changing its name to TraceParts .
News from TraceParts (13 March 2006)
VIA Goes Chrome at CeBIT 2006
VIA showcases Chrome, ultra mobile, audio, mainboards and more, hosts prize shoot-out with girlz 0f destruction at the world's largest computing and communications technology show
News from VIA Technologies (13 March 2006)
New Medion notebook based on Via C7-M
Via C7-M Processor Delivers Outstanding Mobile Performance for Medion MIM 2080 Notebook
News from VIA Technologies (13 March 2006)
2006 version of CADalyzer analysis tool
ESI Group has released the 2006 version of CFD-CADalyzer - a coupled design and analysis tool.
News from ESI Group (13 March 2006)
Ultra-capacitor cells and multi-cell modules
Maxwell Technologies and Ansoft have announced that they will develop a model library of Maxwell Technologies' Boostcap ultra-capacitor cells and multi-cell modules.
News from Ansoft Europe (13 March 2006)
Environmentally-friendly graphite bursting disc
Elfab is the first and only bursting disc manufacturer to have developed an environmentally-friendly graphite bursting disc.
News from Elfab (13 March 2006)
Real time bulk density measurement for rheometer
At Achema 2006 Freeman Technology will demonstrate a new capability for the FT4 Powder Rheometer - 'real time' bulk density measurement.
News from Freeman Technology (13 March 2006)
CameraLink frame grabber based on PCI Express
The X64-CL Express from Dalsa Coreco is a CameraLink frame grabber based on the PCI Express interface - the next generation bus interface technology for PCs. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (13 March 2006)
GCMS results reformatted for quantitative software
Ion Signature Technology has introduced Ion Signature FileConvert, an application that easily reformats GC/MS results for use with Ion Signature quantitative deconvolution software.
News from Ion Signature Technology (13 March 2006)
Data logger temperature sensor improves
Improvements to the temperature sensor enables the SmartButton data logger to monitor temperatures in the range -40C to + 85C with an accuracy of +/-1deg, impervious even under pressure.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (13 March 2006)
High precision moulded glass aspheric lenses
Kaleido Technology has announced the availability of affordable, high precision moulded glass aspheric lenses ranging in diameter from 3 to 50 mm.
News from Kaleido Technology (13 March 2006)
Free form aspheric mirror supplier announced
User Application Article Kaleido Technology has been selected by Microvision to be the supplier of a key free form aspheric mirror for its innovative "MicroHUD" head-up display system.
News from Kaleido Technology (13 March 2006)
Balance and scale equipment software
Ohaus, a leading balance and scale equipment manufacturer, has committed to a substantial quantity of a new OEM version of Labtronics' forthcoming Collect 6.0 software.
News from Labtronics (13 March 2006)
High sensitivity particle shape and size analyzer
On the stand at Pittcon will be the new Morphologi G2 high sensitivity particle shape and size analyzer and the new Bohlin Gemini HR nano rheometer from Malvern.
News from Malvern Instruments (13 March 2006)
Shortage of skills in technical team leadership
MCP Langcet is helping UK companies face some of the most serious skills shortages they've ever had to deal with.
News from MCP Langcet (13 March 2006)
Reactor accurately controls process variables
User Application Article A Lara Controlled Laboratory Reactor (CLR) from Radleys has enabled the Organic Materials Innovation Centre (OMIC) (Manchester, UK) to more accurately control process variables.
News from Radleys (13 March 2006)
Counters/timers, synthesizers, wideband amplifiers
On the occasion of its 35th anniversary, Tabor Electronics is inviting its customers to join the celebration by offering an across-the-board 10% discount on the company's entire product line.
News from Tabor Electronics (13 March 2006)
New ready case options for packaging sea food
Cryovac Packaging Technologies extend quality life of seafood case ready options featured at the 2006 Boston Seafood Show Brochure Available