News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 26 March
to Saturday 1 April 2006
Study helps with buying, selling metal fabricators
There appears to be much UK activity on the buying or selling of metal fabricators companies - selling up, in whole or part, or to buy - and a recent study can help make the right choice.
News from Plimsoll Publishing (31 March 2006)
Testing inks measure materials' surface energy
A 'testing ink kit' is used for measuring the surface energy of untreated or treated materials contains, as standard, a range of six different test inks 36, 40, 44, 48, 50 and 56 Dynes (mN/m).
News from Dyne Technology (31 March 2006)
High performance fillers discussed in Cologne
The second Rapra conference on High Performance Fillers attracted over 100 delegates to discuss emerging filler technologies, including nanofillers and natural fibre fillers and surface modifiers.
News from Smithers Rapra (31 March 2006)
Laser cut parts given high quality finish
User Application Article A laser cutting subcontractor is also offering high quality vibratory surface finishing to give a high quality cosmetic finish on components after cutting, prior to packaging and delivery. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (31 March 2006)
Sonic technology firm acquires process plant maker
Pursuit Dynamics has acquired the business of BPT Skerman - one of the UK's leading manufacturers and suppliers of processing plant, equipment and integrated systems.
News from Pursuit Dynamics (31 March 2006)
Modem at PLC sends alarm to mobile 'phone
Connecting a low cost GSM modem to a PLC application allow alarm messages from an unmanned system to be sent to a mobile or fax number where diagnostic information can be retrieved.
News from Idec Electronics (31 March 2006)
Rugged, fanless computers have I/O expansion
A ruggedised industrial computer designed for use in harsh environments offers exceptional performance and flexible I/O expansion while fanless operation is possible to 50 deg C.
News from Impulse (31 March 2006)
Worldwide software and services firm relocates
A worldwide software and services firm, located in the USA, has relocated its corporate headquarters to accommodate growth fueled by increased demand for products and services.
News from Geomagic (31 March 2006)
Measure, manage and mitigate power quality
A comprehensive reference source on measurement, management and avoidance of power quality problems in low voltage installations covers costs, harmonics, reliability and much more.
News from Copper Development Association (31 March 2006)
Tackling the sales challenge: business knowledge
Consultancy offers an Industry Workshop for manufacturing, logistics and allied industry sectors; and a 'Finance for Salespeople' module for those teams addressing either the commercial markets.
News from Cidermill Consulting (31 March 2006)
One source has wide range of handling equipment
Loading and unloading equipment specialist provides a 'one-stop', single source for a wide range of high quality loading and unloading equipment and loading bay accessories and safety aids.
News from Thorworld Industries (31 March 2006)
Driven and static toolholders fit Nakamuras
A range of high precision driven and static toolholders to fit the Nakamura WT100 range of CNC mill/turn centres offer significant advances in productivity and a reduction in part manufacturing costs.
News from PCM Tooling (UK) (31 March 2006)
Induction cap sealing runs at 30m/min line speeds
The smallest most powerful model in an induction cap sealer range can run at line speeds up to 30m/min sealing a wide range of closure sizes from 20-120mm.
News from Enercon Industries (31 March 2006)
Materials handling intended for 'lights out' work
A range of integrated plastics materials handling systems will help plastics processors achieve high production and low-maintenance 'lights out' production and remote controlled factory operations.
News from Wittmann UK (31 March 2006)
Manufacturing management software updated
Integrated manufacturing management software system for small manufacturers has combined the Financial and Checkbook modules into one to help the end-user work more seamlessly.
News from Freedom Applications (31 March 2006)
Moulder moves plant without production loss
User Application Article Support from leading injection moulding machinery supplier has helped ensure that production at a trade moulder continued through the moulder's move into a new purpose-built factory.
News from Sandretto UK (31 March 2006)
Software cuts glass mould making times in half
User Application Article Until acquisition of latest CAD/CAM software, Italian glass mould maker said it took two months to develop a series of moulds; now they can be developed in one month without quality loss. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (31 March 2006)
Programmable system prints and cuts tubing
A programmable thermal printing, measure and cut system - with improved ergonomics - marks, measures and cuts heat shrink sleeving and generic thin wall flexible tubing.
News from Norwood Marking Systems (31 March 2006)
Live storage pick rates increased
User Application Article Full-width flow track units have increased pick rates by reducing travel distances and eliminated congestion and delays for order pickers and replenishers at a major battery manufacturing plant.
News from Live Storage Company (31 March 2006)
Demonstration loop tests conveyor applications
Supplier's conveyor test loop gives prospective customers the chance to identify behavior of their specific containers on a wide variety of conveyor types prior to system design and installation.
News from Priority One Packaging (31 March 2006)
Catalogues also guide chain design and maintenance
Two new catalogues from Renold Chain on a complete range of roller and conveyor chain are bursting with information for engineering designers and maintenance engineers alike.
News from Renold Chain (31 March 2006)
Fast CNC turret punch press makes its debut
A turret punch press with higher acceleration and faster sheet positioning, will be shown at MACH 2006, along with CNC press brakes and an inspection machine for checking flat products. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (31 March 2006)
Automated test system checks 240 devices/min
User Application Article High-speed machine for testing medical inflation check valves makes extensive use of parallel grippers to help accelerate the manufacturing process - achieving 240 valves/min. Brochure Available
News from Festo (31 March 2006)
Sliding headstock automatic halves cycle times
Sliding-headstock mill/turn autoamtic lathe is so fast, it can OD-turn, drill the front end, part off and drill the back end of a component in 5s, a job that took 10s a few years ago.
News from Star Micronics GB (31 March 2006)
Cutters do ramp, helical, shoulder, peck milling
Multi-functional metalcutting milling cutters that perform operations including ramping, helical milling, shoulder milling and peck drilling are available with six insert grades. Brochure Available
News from NCMT (31 March 2006)
Manual/CNC lathe expands turning capacity
User Application Article Subcontract machinist said his customers knew he had acquired a manual/CNC (combination) lathe because he could make several parts in the time needed previously to machine one. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools (31 March 2006)
Six-nation inward mission to come to MACH 2006
The UK's MTA, n partnership with the engineering sector team of UK Trade and Investment, is hosting a six-nation inward mission to the UK's MACH 2006 manufacturing exhibition.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (31 March 2006)
Pursuit Dynamics new HQ includes R and D
Pursuit Dynamic's state of the art facility in Cambridgeshire, UK, will include a test kitchen for food trials, a water-mist chamber as well as development test cells for bespoke R and D testing.
News from Pursuit Dynamics (31 March 2006)
Wireless data logging made easy
Wireless data loggers are easy to install, ready to use, have a data sensing system with data logging capability and has accurate measuring and secure transmission of logged parameters.
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (31 March 2006)
Electronic data recorders improve casting
User Application Article Adopting latest electronic data recorders has proved beneficial for DC-casting of aluminium alloy billets, which requires close monitoring of temperature and of tempering.
News from Able Instruments and Controls (31 March 2006)
Online shop for bar code readers
New online shop for bar code readers and portable data terminals
News from e-ScanShop (31 March 2006)
2d3 finds its moujou
New boujou application launched for Maya
News from OMG (31 March 2006)
Efficient Solution for GSM over Satellite.
User Application Article MCP and RAD Data Communications Make Regular GSM Service Affordable and Accessible in the Middle of the North Sea
News from RAD Data Communications (31 March 2006)
Working with Veits Group Just Got Easier
Veits Group is excited to announce the launch of it's updated and improved website.
News from Veits Group (31 March 2006)
WareLite Named Cool Vendor
Vendors selected for the "Cool Vendor report" are innovative, impactful and intriguing.
News from WareLite Ltd (31 March 2006)
Wyse collaborates with VMware
Collaboration offers enterprise customers broad-scale access to industry-leading virtualised thin computing solutions
News from Wyse Technology (31 March 2006)
Sky-High Results with Visiprise
User Application Article Manufacturing solution improves product quality, enhances business processes and infrastructure for design and manufacture of the joint strike fighter
News from Visiprise (31 March 2006)
CoCreate Strengthens Position in Electronics
User Application Article Flexibility to make change for an industry confronted by change
News from CoCreate Software (31 March 2006)
Peugeot Citroen drives innovation with PLM
User Application Article PSA Peugeot Citroen to take innovation to the next level with PLM Solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes
News from Dassault Systemes (31 March 2006)
Better mesh building with CFD-CADalyzer
ESI Group has released the 2006 version of CFD-CADalyzer, the perfect tool for both CAD engineers and CFD analysts to perform design-level analysis for various industries
News from ESI Group (31 March 2006)
Final beta release of FUEL database
ITTIA announces the final beta release of FUEL database for embedded systems and mobile hand-held devices
News from Ittia (31 March 2006)
RoHS compliant, PICMG 1.3 Single Board Computer
Nexcom Launches World's First RoHS compliant, PICMG 1.3 Single Board Computer with PCI-Express Architecture. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK (31 March 2006)
Concord Equity Group Advisors Selects Dialogue
User Application Article Leader in Outsourced Wealth Management Technology Solutions Chooses Dialogue As Single Platform for Collaborative Design and Delivery of Personalized Customer Communications
News from Exstream Software (31 March 2006)
Auto multi-component force measurement
User Application Article PSA Peugeot-Citroen is up-grading its French crash test centre with the installation of the Kistler "SmartCrash" system.
News from Kistler Instruments (31 March 2006)
Rabbit ships the new 4000 microprocessor
The Rabbit 4000 is the newest addition to the legendary Rabbit line of microprocessors, which offers new and improved features from integrated Ethernet to hardware DMA
News from Rabbit Semiconductor (31 March 2006)
Acquisition for focused contract packing business
The pharmaceutical contract packing sector has a new name to conjure with following the acquisition for an undisclosed sum of MY Healthcare Contract Packing Division
News from Central Pharma (31 March 2006)
Sonoco-Trident to double in size
Trident, part of the Sonoco group, in Hull, UK, plans to double in size within the next 12 months and says that this expansion would not be possible without DeskPack and BackStage
News from EskoArtwork (31 March 2006)
Esko in the Baltic
Esko, the market leader in packaging pre-production solutions and world leader in digital imaging of flexo plates, is announcing two successful installations in the Baltic Region.
News from EskoArtwork (31 March 2006)
Artwork Systems and Stork Prints partnership
Companies unite to optimise pre-production workflow of laser engraving process
News from Artwork Systems (31 March 2006)
Scafftag equipment tagging used at Heathrow T5
User Application Article Scafftag are proud to be suppliers of equipment tagging systems to the mammoth £4.2bn project at Heathrow's Terminal 5 (T5). Brochure Available
News from Scafftag (31 March 2006)
Face protection range to be shown at SHE 2006
Scott Health and Safety will be exhibiting, for the first time, the new Protector Interchange 900 Series Face Protection range at the Safety and Health Expo 2006.
News from Scott Health and Safety (31 March 2006)
Controller directs four robots and peripherals
Robot controller that can handle 36 axes simultaneously operates four industrial robots and synchronises them with gantry systems, linear tracks and rotary indexers and other peripherals.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (30 March 2006)
Tooling company warns against imitations
In order to protect users and the trade, it is imperative that imitations are kept out of the market" and users must be protected from inferior and dangerous products, warned a toolmaker recently.
News from Wera Werk Hermann Werner (30 March 2006)
Manufacturer goes agaist tooling downward trend
Manufacturer of high quality screwdrivers, holders, and bits for craftsmen and industry, Wera Werk Hermann Werner, reported achieving a company turnover of EUR 75 million during 2005.
News from Wera Werk Hermann Werner (30 March 2006)
Electrical conduit prices are ready for download
Manufacturer of metallic and non-metallic conduit as well as accessories, Kopex International, advises that its product price list can now be downloadable from the company's Web site. Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (30 March 2006)
Rugged keypads offer seemless integration
A keypad can be tailor-made for applications within demanding and harsh environments and include 12- or 16-key keypads with a choice of telephone or hexadecimal II configurations. Brochure Available
News from EAO (30 March 2006)
Elimination of static raises keypad quality
User Application Article Producer of membrane keypads in the printed graphics industry has invested in the latest static control technologies to reduce dust attraction and electrostatic discharge and raise quality. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (30 March 2006)
Antenna technology boosts UHF RFID tag reading
Electronic control antenna technology is believed to be the first of its kind to be embedded in UHF-band RFID reader that can improve RFID tag reading performance. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (30 March 2006)
Make to order subcontractors embrace 'Lean'
Looking for leaner procedures, 'make-to-order' sub-contractors take interest in a modular system to delegate management tasks to the shop-floor and encourage collective responsibility.
News from PSL DataTrack (30 March 2006)
Thompson Friction Welding acquires DV Automation
Thompson Friction Welding has acquired DV Automation - an automotive hemming technology specialist - and has moved to Thompson's UK headquarters in Halesowen, West Midlands.
News from Thompson Friction Welding (30 March 2006)
Long-stroke transducers cycle millions of times
High quality signal conditioning electronics are fully integrated into each long-stroke transducer, which can make measurements over many millions of cycles or very high-speed movement. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (30 March 2006)
Demand for measurement gauges is to grow
The need for critical measurements from end-user sectors, particularly in the automotive and aerospace industries and in the growth regions of Asia Pacific, are raising demand for measurement gauges.
News from Frost and Sullivan (30 March 2006)
Pipes and profiles laser welded reliably
A pipe, tube and profiles laser welding system uses an 8kW CO2 slab laser with an integrated camera for seam tracking, which can detect even the slightest discrepancies in the seam position. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (30 March 2006)
Machine performs penetration tests on plastics
An automatic testing machine carries out penetration tests on rectangular plastics to ISO and ASTM Standards and software includes management of generated data, and control and process visualisation. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (30 March 2006)
Materials test software is intelligent, reliable
Intelligence and reliability are the two most prominent characteristics of a standardised software platform applicable to static as well as dynamic materials tests and many other uses. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (30 March 2006)
One machine checks texture and packaging
A digital Zwick texture analyser has test fixtures and software that allow food texture and food packaging testing to be performed on the same system through rapid testing fixtures change-over. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (30 March 2006)
Machine tests hardness with highest resolution
A universal hardness testing system equipped with an innovative indentation measurement having a resolution of 20nm, is believed to have the highest resolution in the market. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (30 March 2006)
Large graphite-faced gaskets resist heat
Graphite-based gaskets, originally developed to seal blast furnace ducts, are now custom designed in diameters from 500mm to over 2m to solve sealing problems in different industries. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (30 March 2006)
Sickness levels cut UK manufacturing performance
In a recent report, growing levels of sickness are being blamed for under-performance in manufacturing businesses throughout the UK and two out of thre managers do not report illness.
News from Chartered Management Institute (30 March 2006)
Compact directional valve can work as two valves
A compact directional pneumatic valve that can operate as two independent valves in a single body (or in conjunction with a manifold) is now available in 1/4in as well as 1/8in sizes. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (30 March 2006)
Laser marking machine intended for metals use
Compact, user-friendly and flexible laser labelling system includes a focussing and positioning guide which enables quick positioning of the components for exact marking. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (30 March 2006)
Affordable water chillers dispose heat
Affordable water chillers for disposing of heat produced in industrial processes have a reservoir for water/coolants, which have an easy to see level indicator for level and contents.
News from Megatech (30 March 2006)
Monitoring energy usage brings down costs
Half-hourly metering gives the user an energy profile that not only shows how much is being used but how it is used, i e, whether by power hungry equipment so energy costs can be reduced. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (30 March 2006)
Subcontractor goes into 'single cycle' machining
Precision machining subcontractor is planning to move into single cycle production of larger components, up to 64mm diameter, using the latest turn/mill centre technology.
News from Unicut Precision (30 March 2006)
DataLase expands UK headquarters, laboratories
DataLase is expanding its UK Headquarters to include large new R and D and physics laboratories following success of colour change chemistry and low power laser light for many applications.
News from DataLase (30 March 2006)
Industrial commodity prices to rise by 12% in 2006
The Economist Intelligence Unit's Industrial Raw Materials price index is set to rise by a further 12% in 2006 and reflects prospects of continued shortage in most commodities.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit (30 March 2006)
Weigh price labellers offer speed and versatility
High speed weigh price labellers bring new levels of automation to the factory and provide fast accurate weighing and labelling, whilst operating in demanding food processing environments.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (30 March 2006)
Production management software includes tooling
A complete tool management and inventory system has been integrated into Datatrack Production Management software to track tool stocks and usage of durable and consumable tooling.
News from PSL DataTrack (30 March 2006)
Loading equipment maker names managing director
Loading bay equipment supplier, Easilift Loading Systems, has appointed Phil Dinning as managing director following company founder Edward Kelly's decision to retire from day-to-day control.
News from Easilift Loading Systems (30 March 2006)
Preventing 'Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome'
A service is provided for employers in compliance with new regulations requiring strict maximum levels of exposure to vibration in the workplace to help prevent Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (30 March 2006)
Heavy duty combination lathe has latest CNC
A heavy duty flat bed 'combination' lathe - with 800mm swing and 170mm bore - has Fanuc 210i-TA control with its single screen program creation software and six methods of programming.
News from Colchester-Harrison (30 March 2006)
CNC EDM contributes to Formula 1 successes
User Application Article The many changes in the Formula 1 regulations have made flexibility and speed in the production process - made possible with CNC EDM systems - even more important in the 2006 season.
News from HK Technologies (30 March 2006)
5-/6-axis turning centres offer high milling power
A 5-axis B-axis turn-milling centre, intended for OEMs and subcontractors that want to produce complex, high-added-value components in a single set-up, offers an 86Nm milling spindle.
News from Whitehouse Machine Tools (30 March 2006)
Scanning system is on special offer at Westec
For the Westec exhibition, Metris announces a promotional offer for its ModelMaker Z scanning system, which includes a scanner integrated with KUBE software and a 7-axis articulated arm.
News from Metris (30 March 2006)
Users choose CNCs and spindle drives for VMCs
Illustrating how vertical machining centres can be customised, models can be equipped with Fanuc OiMB, Siemens 810D or Heidenhain iTNC530 and also offer choice of spindle specifications. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (30 March 2006)
High performance linear motion systems get larger
A range of high performance, virtually maintenance-free linear motion systems with high levels of rigidity, accuracy and reliability, now include larger sizes of 130mm and 150mm versions.
News from THK UK (30 March 2006)
ASG celebrates 20 years
ASG has celebrated twenty years of continual and impressive business expansion.
News from ASG UK (30 March 2006)
EMTP-RV Power Simulation Software
TransEnergie Technologies has announced the availability of version 2.0.2 of EMTP-RV.
News from Transenergie Technologies (30 March 2006)
Variable data printing center at IPEX
Objectif Lune and Atlas Software will unveil new product for web publishing and new features for PrintShop Mail and PlanetPress Suite latest versions.
News from Atlas Software BV (30 March 2006)
Industrial PoE Unmanaged Switch
Korenix has announced to launch the JetNet 3705 Industrial PoE Unmanaged Switch.
News from Korenix Technology (30 March 2006)
UGS Releases Tecnomatix 7.6
Latest functional and usability enhancements in UGS' digital manufacturing software portfolio help reduce costs and time to market through more efficient resource utilisation
News from Siemens PLM Software (30 March 2006)
Hardware-independent inspection software
Delcam is in the process of recruiting extra developers for its Powerinspect program to speed the addition of new functionality into the system and consolidate its position. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (30 March 2006)
Volumetric titrator with analytical balance
Knowing the exact weight of sample added to a titration is critical if one wishes to achieve accurate and reproducible results. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (30 March 2006)
Specialist microplate-based systems
Porvair Sciences offers a range of specialist microplate-based systems that deliver significant productivity benefits in Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and Combinatorial Chemistry applications. Brochure Available
News from Porvair Sciences (30 March 2006)
Indirect mould pressure sensor
Kistler has enhanced its widely used mould pressure sensors to include indirect measurement and single-wire, replaceable cable plus an increased maximum operating temperature of 200 Degrees C.
News from Kistler Instruments (30 March 2006)
Twinpack automatic strapper/wrapper
You are invited to visit the Cyklop stand number 2F46 at the IPEX Show and see at first hand the company's unique twinpack automatic strapper/wrapper in action.
News from Cyklop UK (30 March 2006)
PLANABILITY's New ETO Quotation Software
In a make to order business, the ability to generate accurate, professional quotes instantly is a fundamental requirement but quotation systems should provide much more
News from Planability (30 March 2006)
Air-filled cushions speed, clean up packaging
User Application Article Customers disliked handling polystyrene chips for void fill packaging, so a supplier used protective air-filled cushions instead, which were quicker and reduced void fill costs by 40%. Brochure Available
News from Automated Packaging Systems (29 March 2006)
Reflow soldering thermal profiling done in 30 min
Users of thermal profiling packages achieve an optimal thermal profile for high temperature reflow soldering after 30 min, compared with trial-and-error work with other systems.
News from SolderStar (29 March 2006)
Rising clamp terminal blocks are stronger
A range of 5 and 5.08mm pitch terminal blocks feature a new stamped and formed rising clamp mechanism fabricated from 0.7mm gauge treated brass that offers improved strength.
News from Camden Electronics (29 March 2006)
Compact tubing pump is simple and low-cost
An ultra compact and durable Ecoflow pump, which provides low-cost, yet highly effective liquids transfer of delicate media in pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other similar critical applications.
News from Michael Smith Engineers (29 March 2006)
How UK automotive manufacturers can compete
Retired head of a UK-based automotive manufacturing company talked about his experiences , the state of UK manufacturing today and what needs to be done so that the UK can compete.
News from Business Link MK (29 March 2006)
The UK's 'April Fuel' energy hike day approaches
On April 1, 2006, a quarter of all industrial energy contracts will be renewed and for companies coming to the end of 12 month contracts, will mean a rate rise of 30-60% and 100% for some.
News from Energyhelpline.com (29 March 2006)
How accurate are a company's IT assets records?
Of companies surveyed in US, UK, Germany and France, 64% reported that records of IT assets within their organisation are not completely accurate - relying only on manual tracking methods.
News from LANDesk (29 March 2006)
Insulated bearings prevent electro corrosion
Electrically insulated rolling bearings are integrated with an efficient electrical insulation that prevents the passage of electric currents through bearings, increasing reliability and service life.
News from NKE Austria (29 March 2006)
Manchester UK's manufacturers are above average
A UK pilot training programme has resulted in Greater Manchester manufacturers experiencing an increase of up to 9% in productivity levels, compared to the UK average of 1.2%.
News from Learning and Skills Council (29 March 2006)
Low-cost infrared sensors measure up to 1600 deg C
Low Cost compact infrared sensors/transmitters for automation and process solutions offer split electronics with miniature heads that work in environments up to 170 deg C with out cooling.
News from Eurotron Instruments (UK) (29 March 2006)
Free seminar discusses noise control
The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 come in effect on the 6th April 2006 - a free seminar will discuss how high levels of noise reduce productivity and has a negative effect on quality.
News from Cope Safety Management (29 March 2006)
Mould coatings release friction composites
Mould release coatings for molding friction materials - including customised coatings - provide fast, clean mold release for applications such as automobile and truck brake composite products.
News from Huron Technologies (29 March 2006)
Easy interface set water jet machine choice
User Application Article Bored with retirement, Dave Willcock set up a water jet machining facility in Canada, selecting a machine with a control interface that is easy to learn, easy to teach and easy to follow.
News from Jet Edge (29 March 2006)
Frozen fish shrink wrapped up to 120 packs/min
Designed to shrink wrap frozen fish products at up to 120 packs/min, a packaging machine uses stainless steel in a way that eliminates food and dust traps.
News from Ulma Packaging (29 March 2006)
All types of cutting tools reconditioned, ground
UK tooling company offers a reconditioning service of all types of engineering cutting tools, milling cutters, HSS, carbide tooling and side and face cutters, which can have tool coating applied.
News from P and M Regrinds (29 March 2006)
Electronic assemblies designed, made and tested
Providing a complete package from concept to final delivery of tested product, cDt produces custom plastics enclosures, custom keypads and custom electronics assemblies.
News from CustomdesignTechnologies (Bafbox) (29 March 2006)
ERP provider acquires Encompix software company
ERP provider, Made2Manage Systems, has acquired substantially all of the assets of privately held, Cincinnati, USA-based Encompix, a provider of enterprise class software and services.
News from Encompix (29 March 2006)
Chinese distributed control market to grow more
The distributed control system (DCS) market in China is expected to grow at a compound average growth Rate (CAGR) of nearly 14% between 2005 and 2010 - in heavy process industries.
News from ARC Advisory Group (29 March 2006)
Plastics company names inside sales representative
ZL engineering plastics said that Raymond Lopez has joined its Peekskill, New York, USA team as inside sales representative and brings 10 years of sales, customer service, and management experience.
News from ZL engineering plastics inc. (29 March 2006)
UK companies can learn to claim R and D tax relief
UK companies could be missing out on thousands of pounds simply by not claiming tax relief on their research and development activities - and can learn how to through a seminar.
News from Northern Technologies (29 March 2006)
Machinery building systems supplier moves house
A successful UK importer of an extensive range of aluminium T slotted profiles, conveyors, machine guarding and linear motion equipment has relocated to modern facilities.
News from MK Profile Systems (29 March 2006)
Stainless Steel Course brochure released
Stainless Steel Specialist Course brochure - describing 16 authoritative and rewarding self-study modules - highlights the benefits of the course for individuals, organisations and the industry.
News from British Stainless Steel Association (29 March 2006)
Surface engineering company names finance director
Hardide, a provider of unique surface engineering technology, has appointed its former financial controller Peter Davenport as finance director and a board director.
News from Hardide Coatings (29 March 2006)
Technical sales manager covers valve coatings
Surface engineering technology company, Hardide, has appointed Mark Telford as technical sales manager to drive the company's sales in the international valve coatings market.
News from Hardide Coatings (29 March 2006)
Severity criteria made for infrared inspections
Technical Background Article When an infrared thermography system finds an anomaly, assessing the scale and making the right recommendations avoid consequences of a possible production line shut-down. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (29 March 2006)
Low-cost, compact panel computers offer speed
Compact panel computers feature low cost and a wide variety of interfaces and offer high speed processing and toughness for the most demanding factory automation applications.
News from Pro-face UK (29 March 2006)
Laser displacement sensors use triangulation
Laser triangulation displacement sensors with a 54kHz sampling frequency have a high level of options as standard, and offer impressive resolution and ranges from 0.5mm to 400mm.
News from Sensors UK (29 March 2006)
Inclinometers check inspection equipment
Capacitive dielectric liquid based inclinometers, incorporating new highly stable laser-trimmed signal conditioning, can check inclination in measuring and inspection equipment.
News from Sensors UK (29 March 2006)
Produce LH and RH tube bends in the same cycle
An all-electric 12-axis CNC tube bender has complete head that can rotate through 180 deg so is capable of left- and right-hand bending in the same cycle - software reduces set-up times.
News from BLM-Group UK (29 March 2006)
Azoterm to supply quality coolants in Poland
In line with other European countries the costs involved in the disposal of industrial fluid waste are rising in Poland, so Polish company, Azoterm, has teamed up with Master Chemical Europe.
News from Master Chemical Europe (29 March 2006)
Sack gripper fits most robots
A sack gripper that fits most robots and gantries fully encloses the sack and maintains its shape during high speed handling and gripper head is available with matching conveyor section.
News from TIA Robotic Solutions (29 March 2006)
Machine vision UK training dates announced
Training courses are designed for automation companies, process and manufacturing engineers who are considering, or have a remit, to deliver machine vision technology with automation projects.
News from Digital Inspection Systems (29 March 2006)
Complete RFID system offered
Labelling and auto-identification specialist offers a turnkey solution providing everything from software and hardware to consumables, system integration and support.
News from Prisym ID (29 March 2006)
CAN card completes distributed motion control
Smart CAN card provides an interface between Copley's distributed motion control software and its CANopen servo and stepper drives - card provides seamless CANopen system evaluation.
News from Copley Motion Systems (29 March 2006)
Recognising e-mails is a legal compliance
Only 21% of companies archive e-mails into their records management system or have dedicated e-mail management software, according to a recent survey by industry-association AIIM.
News from AIIM Europe (29 March 2006)
Universal pendulum impact machine tests plastics
A universal pendulum impact tester for Charpy, Izod, tensile impact and Dynstat tests on plastics offers the highest level of integrity and traceability of results ever seen in such instruments. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (29 March 2006)
Circular sawing machine offers higher quality
Prototype circular sawing machine intended for sawing thick-walled pipes from 20 to 70mm diameter, has the advantage that the blade does not cut through the swarf, so improving quality.
News from Kasto (29 March 2006)
Displacement weighing system uses Archimedes
Displacement weighing system for measuring the contents of vessels and tanks is based on Archimedes principle, and can be used where traditional load cells are impractical to fit.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (29 March 2006)
Optical CMM measures complex airfoils, blisks
User Application Article In extensive trials comparing conventional CMMs using tactile and optical scanning, the Steintek optical CMM achieved the shortest measurement times without any detrimental effect on accuracy.
News from Steintek (29 March 2006)
Newsletter features sealing and bolting
Newsletter features sealing and bolting product applications stories, including Supagraf Control gland packing being fitted to Dresser Masoneilan control valves to meet latest regulations. Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (29 March 2006)
Motion controller has built-in isolation
Position (pulse) command motion controller with built-in isolation offers direct connectivity to popular motion drives, including Yaskawa Sigma II, Mitsubishi MR-J2S and Panasonic Minas A. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (29 March 2006)
Preferred contract electronics for PCBs
User Application Article Xennia Technology has appointed St Ives-based contract electronics manufacturer Prism Electronics as its preferred supplier of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic sub-assemblies.
News from Prism Electronics (29 March 2006)
Flexible electronics manufacture leads to order
Flexible manufacturing processes and expertise in planning the transition to using lead-free components has resulted in Prism Electronics securing a contract worth £200,000 per year.
News from Prism Electronics (29 March 2006)
Upgraded communications packages for AOP's members
User Application Article Association of Optometrists (AOP) and biscit launch upgraded communications packages for AOP's members
News from BISCit Internet (29 March 2006)
IT Services contract for Balfour Beatty in the UK
User Application Article BT has been awarded a GBP25 million, five-year contract to provide networked IT services for the UK operations of engineering and construction company Balfour Beatty.
News from BT Global Services (29 March 2006)
Windows Mobile Functionality with mSuite 4.2
Announcing the release of CommonTime mSuite 4.2 - this new release brings greater Lotus Notes functionality to Windows Mobile devices
News from CommonTime (29 March 2006)
Major licensing deal with Hoyle
greenstreet have just entered into an agreement with Hoyle for exclusive European distribution rights to publish their entire range
News from Greenstreet Software (29 March 2006)
FotoInsight's New Digital Photo Software
FotoInsight is making it easier to get real photographic paper prints, greeting cards
News from Greenstreet Software (29 March 2006)
Data Quality Enterprise Licence Contract with BT
User Application Article Enterprise licence for Trillium Software's TS Quality supports British Telecommunications plc (BT) strategy for 'Total Data Quality' across its worldwide organisation
News from Trillium Software (29 March 2006)
Personalised DVD deal with The Tussauds Group
User Application Article Venue Solutions and YourDay in world first at Alton Towers
News from Venue Solutions (29 March 2006)
RabbitCore - Smarter, Faster, Stronger
The RCM3305 and RCM3315 microprocessor core modules are an ideal solution for designers who want to rapidly develop serial Flash and 10/100Base-T Ethernet into their embedded application.
News from Impulse (29 March 2006)
Hall-effect sensors and subassemblies expanded
At the Sensor and Test 2006 Exhibition, Allegro MicroSystems is featuring new extensions to its families of Hall-effect sensors and subassemblies, including new high-performance current sensors.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (29 March 2006)
Electronic design automation and embedded tools
Altium a leading developer of Windows-based electronics design software, has announced that it has signed a new reseller agreement with Or-Kav Solutions.
News from Altium (29 March 2006)
LIMS designed for both web and desktop
Matrix Gemini is said to be the World's first LIMS designed for the best of both the web and desktop worlds. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (29 March 2006)
Thermal imaging in print and online
Cedip Infrared Systems' e-newsletter 'Through the Lens' may be downloaded from its web site. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (29 March 2006)
Spectrophotometers go for twenty years
In April this year, Camspec celebrates 20 years specialising in the manufacture and sales of UV/Visible Spectrophotometers.
News from Camspec (29 March 2006)
Standards-based, platform-driven ESL solution
CoWare has announced a major strategic move into the embedded and application software development market for electronic devices.
News from CoWare (29 March 2006)
Virtual platform development enables expansion
CoWare, supplier of platform-driven electronic system-level (ESL) design software and services, hs announced its new Virtual Platform product family that will enable the company to expand.
News from CoWare (29 March 2006)
Calibration and testing of portable gas detectors
Crowcon's new CheckBox IMH (Instrument Management Hub) automates the calibration and bump testing of portable gas detectors, reducing operation time and so reducing costs. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (29 March 2006)
Low cost dual wavelength OEM gas sensors
Scottish optoelectronics manufacturer Edinburgh Instruments has extended its range of high performance low cost dual wavelength OEM gas sensors. Brochure Available
News from Edinburgh Instruments (29 March 2006)
Infrared cameras for building industry
Flir Systems will be attending this year's Interbuild with an unmatched range of infrared cameras dedicated to the specific needs of the building industry. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (29 March 2006)
TOC-TN Analysers extend measurement range
A new range of TOC-TN analysers, the IL 500 series, from Hach Lange extends both the measurement range and performance levels available from this section of the laboratory.
News from Hach Lange (29 March 2006)
Certified reference materials, analytical standard
LGC Promochem, Europe's most comprehensive source of certified reference materials and analytical standards, is exhibiting at Analytica 2006.
News from LGC (29 March 2006)
Titration connected with internal network
With the 847 USB Lab Link the Titrando/Touch Control system can be connected directly with an internal network (Intranet, LAN). Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 March 2006)
Cation column uses carrier based on polyalcohol
The Metrosep C3 - 250 (6.1010.430) offered by Metrohm is a robust cation column that uses a unique carrier based on a polyalcohol material. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 March 2006)
Traceable titration electrode use
The electrode used for titration is the most important component of any titration system and until now it has been just this electrode that has formed the last gap in traceability. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 March 2006)
Selecting the right camera for slow motion imaging
Technical Background Article The following application note from Photron will help users to select the right camera for the right slow motion imaging task.
News from Photron USA (29 March 2006)
High definition slow motion makes sense of data
Technical Background Article The drive for improved efficiency and increased profit is relentless and never more so than on the floor in today's factories.
News from Photron USA (29 March 2006)
LIMS in chosen language with new interface
The latest LIMS innovation from Quality Systems International (QSI) is sophisticated language handling that allows WinLIMS users to run their system in their chosen language.
News from Quality Systems International (UK) (29 March 2006)
Reaction station is simple and versatile
The Carousel 6 reaction station family from Radleys provides a simple, versatile and convenient solution for chemists looking to increase the productivity of their chemistry.
News from Radleys (29 March 2006)
Hybrid mass spectrometer offers best accuracy
Thermo Electron has announced that it received the Gold Editor's Award at PITTCON 2006, the largest North American conference and exposition on laboratory science and instrumentation.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Mass Spectrometry) (29 March 2006)
LIMS and chromatography data system
Thermo Electron will demonstrate modernisations made to the user interface and architecture of its leading laboratory information management system (LIMS), SampleManager, at ACHEMA 2006.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (29 March 2006)
Multi-detector characterisation of polymers
The GPCmax from Viscotek, market leaders in multi-detector characterisation of synthetic and natural polymers, is a fully integrated pump, autosampler and degasser module. Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe (29 March 2006)
Characterisation of proteins and biopolymers
Available from Viscotek the Triple Detector Array (TDA) can be used to characterise proteins, protein aggregates and other biopolymers. Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe (29 March 2006)
Characterisation of copolymers with detector array
Viscotek has introduced a new fully functional GPC/SEC system for characterising copolymers. Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe (29 March 2006)
Multiple detection analysis of polymers, proteins
Viscotek has announced that OmniSEC, the market leading GPC/SEC software package for multiple detection analysis of polymers and proteins, has been updated to enhance operational flexibility. Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe (29 March 2006)
Understanding proteins, biomolecules in solution
For laboratories that require a complete understanding of how proteins and other biomolecules function in solution the Model 802 DLS from Viscotek is said to provide superior sensitivity and accuracy. Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe (29 March 2006)
High throughput dynamic light scattering previewed
On display from Viscotek at the recent Pittcon 2006 exhibition was a technical poster previewing a new High Throughput Dynamic Light Scattering (HTDLS) instrument to be launched later this year. Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe (29 March 2006)
Testing of wireless devices for production, repair
Willtek Communications has announced two new options for the testing of 1xEV-DO wireless devices.
News from Willtek Communications (29 March 2006)
Process gas chromatograph is stable and easy
The new GC1000 Mark II from Yokogawa UK is a process gas chromatograph incorporating a number of new developments that make it exceptionally stable, sensitive and easy to use.
News from Yokogawa UK (29 March 2006)
Smart Labels Make EU Pack Rules More Useful
The new European Union (EU) Period after Opening (PaO) rules for cosmetic products have had to negotiate the thin line between giving consumers sufficient information and too much detail.
News from Timestrip UK (29 March 2006)
Oxygen scavenging system economical
Cryovac Model 4212 Scavenging Initiation System triggers invisible scavenger on command Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (29 March 2006)
New online shop for bar code readers
e-ScanShop is a new one-stop shop for barcode scanners, barcode readers and portable data terminals.
News from e-ScanShop (29 March 2006)
High capacity robotic welding systems to be shown
As well as showing high deposition rate welding systems integrated with robots to weld construction industry components, Carl Cloos will demonstrate its 'cold' process at Automatica.
News from Cloos Schweisstechnik (28 March 2006)
US Service recognises ASTM's Vietnamese efforts
ASTM International has received the Certificate of Appreciation for Achievement in Trade by the U S Commerce Department before a Vietnamese delegation of legislators and standards officials.
News from ASTM International (28 March 2006)
MIG/MAG power sources supplied complete
Compact MIG/MAG power sources with built in wire feed systems are supplied as complete packages including MIG torch, Saffire gas regulator, work return lead and a robust undergear. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (28 March 2006)
SS workstation bezel suits sanitary manufacturing
Stainless steel bezel option for 15in display HPC industrial PCs and HPX Windows-based HMI PowerStations is ideal for maintaining sanitary conditions in FDA-regulated environments.
News from Parker CTC (28 March 2006)
Software solves static and dynamic calculations
Software enables users to solve static and dynamic calculations and rupture models enhance risk prediction, which is a major advantage for studying behavior of high strength steel parts.
News from Mecalog Group (28 March 2006)
Laser welds large moulds, tools on-site
A laser system repairs large tools and moulds on-site and uses a cantilever arm with the fiber-coupled laser to work surfaces very accurately in any position with minimal set-up times. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (28 March 2006)
OCRobotics employee receives leadership award
OCRobotics congratulates its our newest employee, Andrew Bryant, who has won a highly prestigious Engineering Leadership Award from the UK's Royal Academy of Engineering.
News from OCRobotics (28 March 2006)
Shearing system to increase bar mill utiliation
A new shearing system will increase a Mexican two-strand bar mill's utilisation by improving the condition of the front-ends before entering the finishing stands.
News from Morgan Construction Company (28 March 2006)
Air filtrationmaker appoints Welsh agent
Domnick hunter, leading manufacturer of compressed air filtration solutions has appointed Control Gear as its official distributor in South Wales.
News from Parker Domnick Hunter (28 March 2006)
CAD/CAM company set new sales record in 2005
CAD/CAM software company, Delcam, accelerated sales growth through increased its established Power Solution range of software and from the acquisition of Engineering Geometry Systems. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (28 March 2006)
System provides stain free optics cleaning
User Application Article Solvent cleaning system supplied to an optics manufacturer performs precision stain free cleaning of medical/optical lens components - including fingerprint removal - following diamond machining. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (28 March 2006)
Catalogue details drives from 0.18 to 2,800kW
A 40-page colour catalogue of drives and motors provides technical details on ABB's range of low voltage AC drives from 0.18 to 2,800kW as well as motors from 0.06 to 710kW.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (28 March 2006)
UK/Irish Kitamura CNC machines agency grows
Since being named as the exclusive UK and Ireland Distributor for high specification Kitamura machine tools in late 2004, Leader CNC Technologies has grown from strength to strength.
News from Leader CNC (28 March 2006)
Steel products delivery damage reduced by 85%
UK distribution centre for damage-critical grades of wire rod shipped to world automotive manufacturers has reduced instances of materials being damaged in transit by a massive 85%. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) (28 March 2006)
1000th water jet machining centre installed
Omax Corporation, producer of high-quality, precision waterjet machining systems, has announced the sale and delivery of its thousandth waterjet machine, a Model 55100 JetMachining Center.
News from Omax (28 March 2006)
CNC sliding head turn/mill auto is backlash-free
Latest linear motor technology is being used to remove any likelihood of deflection and backlash and to optimise slideway structure of the most recent CNC sliding head turn/mill centre. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (28 March 2006)
Precision label applicator offers high accuracy
For all types of labelling, a label applicator has stepper motor drive to provide a much higher level of control during the labelling process and gives a +/-0.8mm positioning accuracy.
News from Advanced Dynamics (28 March 2006)
Industrial robotics market to reach $9.1bn by 2010
The worldwide market for industrial robotics is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.7% over the next five years - welding and material handling will be strong.
News from ARC Advisory Group (28 March 2006)
Hyperfeed utilises BT Radianz
User Application Article Hyperfeed utilises BT Radianz to launch new 'High Performance centre'
News from BT Global Services (28 March 2006)
8Mb Broadband Package with Free Internet
JJTEK Online Launches 8Mb Broadband Package and Free Internet Access Scheme
News from JJTEK Computers (28 March 2006)
New South Wales Dept of Commerce Wins BE Award
User Application Article Concept Master Plan for the Dee Why Town Centre Named Top Project in "Building: BIM for Simulation and Visualisation" Category Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (28 March 2006)
Oki IP Contact Centre System for Suruga Bank
User Application Article Oki Electric Delivers its IP Contact Centre System to Suruga Bank enabling easy and low-cost customization to enhance retail banking
News from Oki Electric Industry (28 March 2006)
Sales Intelligence for industrial companies
Technical Background Article Vecta 'Sales Intelligence' sales and marketing software for industrial companies.
News from Vecta Sales Solutions (28 March 2006)
Rudolph W Giuliani to present keynote address
Rudolph W. Giuliani, former Mayor of New York City, NY, and best-selling author of the book Leadership, will present the keynote address at the ISSA/INTERCLEAN USA 2006.
News from DistriPakUSA (28 March 2006)
Xgard fixed gas detectors gain new approvals
Crowcon's ATEX-certified Xgard fixed gas detectors have gained new approvals, making them compliant with the safety requirements of an extensive range of markets. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (28 March 2006)
HSE initiative aimed at waste collectors
"Watch out for your bin man" is the Health and Safety Executive's message, following the launch of an initiative designed to make householders more aware of the safety of bin men.
News from Health and Safety Executive (28 March 2006)
Protection against bird flu
RPE range protects field-workers, medical staff and carers.
News from Scott Health and Safety (28 March 2006)
Wing jig has coordinated motion control
User Application Article A new jig having 186 servo drives with tightly coordinated motion control for testing critical wing components has allowed an airliner wing builder to increase throughput by 75%. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (27 March 2006)
Manufacturing Interoperability Guideline set up
The Manufacturing Interoperability Guideline Working Group is the next step to converge their standards for manufacturing interoperability by working to support the OpenOandMTM Initiative.
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (27 March 2006)
Barcode scanner has short read times
Barcode scanner has short read times and an impressive depth of field allows it to be used on some of the most demanding production lines.
News from Sick (UK) (27 March 2006)
Sheet metal parts deburred in one pass
Sheet metal deburring machine is capable of deburring and edge rounding both sides of sheet metal components in a single pass, including all the internal contours.
News from Manufacturing Service Solutions (27 March 2006)
Particle characterisation and rheology Web seminar
web seminar program, with presentations in a number of different languages, provides a forum to learn about different aspects of particle characterisation and rheology.
News from Malvern Instruments (27 March 2006)
Electrically powered boiler produces clean steam
A self contained electrically powered clean steam boiler unit has been specifically designed to provide clean steam to recommendations of HTM 2031, for compliance with Euro norm 554.
News from Fulton Boiler Works (27 March 2006)
Thermal imager gives crisp, clear images
Thermal imager that gives those involved in predicitive and preventative electrical and mechanical maintenance a multitude of operational benefits, at an industry-leading price.
News from Irisys (27 March 2006)
Aerco to distribute control mechanisms
Aerco has been appointed as the exclusive UK distributor for Ultra Electronics Measurement Systems control mechanisms including joysticks, hand controls, control grips and trackballs.
News from Aerco (27 March 2006)
Spacers made in low carbon steel, aluminium
A range of spacers is now available in low carbon steel and aluminium in sizes from 3m to 24m, including standard and heavy duty wall versions. Brochure Available
News from Spirol Industries (27 March 2006)
Gearboxes have three-point fixing
Three-point fixing gearboxes in ratings up to 350W and torques up to 45Nm, are designed to meet international fixing dimensions and are compact and easy to install. Brochure Available
News from Parvalux Electric Motors (27 March 2006)
Rofin-Sinar acquires stake in H2B Photonics
Rofin-Sinar Technologies a manufacturer of high performance laser beam sources and laser-based solutions, has acquired a 40% stake of H2B Photonics in Germany. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (27 March 2006)
Tubular barbecue production to be seen in action
Said to be the first exhibition among the sector shows to host a complete production line in 1990, Italy's LAMIERA sheet metal exhibition will show a barbecue equipment fabrication system.
News from UCIMU (27 March 2006)
Leadscrew have improved axial system stiffness
Leadscrew assemblies with improved axial system stiffness include acme leadscrews, advanced coatings and the most technically advanced anti-backlash nuts.
News from Haydon Motion Europe (27 March 2006)
Delcam USA reports progress in all areas
Delcam USA has reported progress in all areas of the business as the developer of the FeatureCAM range of CADCAM software completed its first year as part of the Delcam group of companies. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (27 March 2006)
Monitors assigned a Community Trademark
Global Display Solutions has been assigned a Community Trademark registration for its e-Signage range of monitors.
News from GDS (27 March 2006)
Agricultural equipment manufacturer signs IBM deal
Claas, a leading German agricultural equipment manufacturer, has signed an international, three year, multi-million euro contract with IBM.
News from IBM (27 March 2006)
Hydraulic valves take higher flow rates
Hydraulic valves are designed to meet the demands of higher flow rates and pressures provide a simple means of opening a pressure line when a predetermined pilot pressure is reached.
News from Integrated Hydraulics (27 March 2006)
Motors have housing and mixing heads
User Application Article Motors have housing and mixing heads all fabricated in stainless steel in order to meet the most demanding hygiene standards and handle aggressive materials.
News from Marlin Stainless (27 March 2006)
Hinges have three pre-determined settings
Hinges have three pre-determined settings to allow fixed but temporary positioning of guards, doors, flaps or panels at 80 deg, 120 deg or 170deg - held by a simple click spring mechanism. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (27 March 2006)
Shrink-wrap film gives wrinkle-free pack
Shrink-wrap film developed to reduce sealing time and thereby significantly increasing productivity, leaves a superb pack appearance, has a special formula that guarantees a wrinkle-free pack. Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (27 March 2006)
Water ice cleans components effectively
The UK's first cleaning system powered by water ice is environmentally friendly, using less water and energy, and provide a gentle cleaning solution for general cleaning, industrial treatment.
News from CIProcess (27 March 2006)
Job management system includes quoting
To help custom manufacturers become more competitive a job management system has an attractive user interface that hosts four modules for creating quotations to time and resource management.
News from Sescoi International (27 March 2006)
Cost-effective epoxy is thermally conductive
Cost effective, rapid curing, thermally conductive, one part epoxy has been introduced for high performance potting, encapsulation and underfill applications.
News from Master Bond (27 March 2006)
ERP provider promotes vice president, sales
IQMS, a leader in the design and development of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, has announced that Glenn Nowak has been promoted to vice president of sales.
News from IQMS Europe (27 March 2006)
Infra-red welding automates plastics fabrication
User Application Article An infra-red welding system using special-purpose infra-red emitters has helped improve the quality of an inspection chamber assembly production process.
News from Heraeus Noblelight, I-R Division (27 March 2006)
NDT Inspection and Testing updates Web site
NDT Inspection and Testing has re-designed and up-dated its Web site so that it now provides a comprehensive insight into the company and its activities, following the recent management buy-out.
News from NDT Inspection & Testing (27 March 2006)
MonoSol acquires Greensol
MonoSol, a world leader in developing and commercialising specialty water soluble films, announces the acquisition of Greensol, based in Sens, France.
News from MonoSol (27 March 2006)
Packaging systems reduce costs by 40%
User Application Article Automated packaging using specialised void filling equipment have streamlined laboratory equipment maker's packaging operations and significantly reduce shipping costs. Brochure Available
News from Automated Packaging Systems (27 March 2006)
Four-jaw combination chuck cuts cycle time by 40%
User Application Article Switching to a four-jaw combination chuck has reduced cycle time in the manufacture of tubular goods for downhole applications by 40% and made set-up easier and safer. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (27 March 2006)
Miniature plastic housed bearings do not corrode
Miniature plastic housed bearings have non-corrodible housings and stainless steel bearings have a smooth surface that is easily cleaned and will not corrode, chip or scratch.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (27 March 2006)
CNC lathe interpolates 3-axis complex parts
The latest 7-axis fixed-head Boley BE42-Y CNC lathe with Y-axis cross-feed to one of its two 12-station all-driven turrets enables complex three-axis interpolation. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (27 March 2006)
Sheet metal software has improved nesting facility
Sheet metal fabrication software includes new nesting algorithms - to produce a highly regular nesting pattern - and a new manufacturing orders module.
News from Lantek Sheet Metal Solutions (27 March 2006)
CAM programs higher mill/turn cutting speeds
Latest CAM software features advanced mill/turn functionality that emphasises higher cutting speeds, longer tool life and suitability to increasingly complex geometry. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (27 March 2006)
Controllers have integral Profinet interface
Three high-performance controllers with integral Profinet interface re suitable for demanding automation tasks, and for safety-related applications.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (27 March 2006)
Open-mesh belt handles smaller, delicate products
Compact conveyor open-mesh belt handles smaller, more delicate products, while providing a lighter weight, lower mass, open-mesh belt for high speed cooling and drying operations.
News from Wire Belt Co (27 March 2006)
Anglem measurement sensors have own electronics
Inductive displacement sensors offer measurements from 30 deg up to 90 deg full-scale range and most types are available with built in electronics requiring a simple DC voltage supply.
News from Techni Measure (27 March 2006)
CAM handles advanced machine tools
Latest CAM software, ESPRIT 2006, handles advanced machine tools and has functionality that emphasises higher cutting speeds, longer tool life and suitability to increasingly complex geometry. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (27 March 2006)
Design to manufacturing process accelerated
Manufacturing software to accelerate and simplify design to manufacturing process and includes Autodesk Inventor 11 3D mechanical design software.
News from Autodesk (27 March 2006)
Labelling system incorporated in label price
User Application Article A complete labelling system for leading sandwich supplier comprises a bespoke label design and new label overprinter and the cost of the new equipment was incorporated into the label price.
News from Weber Marking Systems (27 March 2006)
Plant service company assumes responsibility
An asset management service, the service company assumes complete responsibility for its clients' process reliability and maintenance - allowing them to concentrate on running their businesses.
News from David Brown Engineering (27 March 2006)
UK retailers shouldn't turn to clearance tactics
Technical Background Article UK retailers should consider long-term business profitability before dramatically discounting goods in reaction to tough trading conditions, said James Kennedy at Callidus Software.
News from Callidus Software (27 March 2006)
E-fraud set to boom as on-line sales increase
Technical Background Article Booming e-commerce sales of more than GBP8 billion last year and predictions of further rapid growth in the on-line sales in the coming year would bring more opportunities for IT fraudsters
News from Cybertill (27 March 2006)
Streamlined invoice processing with Global 360
User Application Article Wehkamp realises streamlined invoice processing with Global 360 document management system
News from Global 360 (27 March 2006)
Postcards from Heaven with Google Earth
How to print real photo postcards from a satellite image of your street or neighbourhood
News from Greenstreet Software (27 March 2006)
Planview Enterprise 'goes a stage further'
New report from Butler Group says Planview Enterprise 'goes a stage further' than other portfolio management solutions
News from PlanView UK (27 March 2006)
Realviz VTour now shipping
Realviz VTour software is available now for the creation of photo-real 3D environments from 2D pictures or panoramas
News from Realviz (27 March 2006)
DuPratt Uses PowerCAD SiteMaster
User Application Article GiveMePower Software Helps New Breed of Consultant Tackle Soaring Demand for Digital Floor Plans and Inspection Drawings for 66 Billion Square Foot Capital Facilities Market
News from GiveMePower Corporation (27 March 2006)
IDTechEx launch RFID Smart Labels Europe 2006
This seventh annual RFID event is Europe's most established and important RFID show.
News from IDTechEx (27 March 2006)
Autodesk Launches AutoCAD 2007
Newest Software Release Combines Intuitive, Powerful Conceptual Design and Visualisation Tools That makes use of Users' Familiarity With 2D Design While Facilitating the Transition to 3D
News from Autodesk (27 March 2006)
CFdesign v8.0 now available for 64-bit systems
Blue Ridge Numerics has announced that its CFdesign v8.0 upfront CFD software is available for 64-bit computing environments
News from Blue Ridge Numerics (27 March 2006)
Emerson's PlantWeb Uses New OSIsoft Technology
New PI Protocol Converter integrates Emerson's DeltaV digital systems with OSIsoft client functionality
News from Emerson Process Management (27 March 2006)
Profibus upgrade for pharmaceutical plant
User Application Article Profibus PA and DP fieldbus techniques have been applied to pharmaceutical manufacturing in an installation at the Aventis plant near Frankfurt.
News from Profibus Group (27 March 2006)
Easy-to-use post acquisition software package
Cerno Bioscience has announced its novel easy-to-use post acquisition software package MassWorks has won the PITTCON 2006 Editors' Choice Bronze Award.
News from Cerno Bioscience (27 March 2006)
High performance reflecting tube collimators
A new technical datasheet that describes its range of high performance Reflecting Tube Collimators has been announced by Optical Surfaces .
News from Optical Surfaces (27 March 2006)
Module switches from gas to liquefied gas
Thermo Electron has announced the launch of its innovative new EGM II gas introduction module.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (27 March 2006)
Cost effective handheld RF spectrum analyser
TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) has launched a new handheld RF spectrum analyser which, at a cost of only £795, sets a new low price point for such products.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (27 March 2006)
Laboratory consumables can be ordered online
Labstore, Anachem's successful and convenient on-line ordering system has received a much anticipated transformation that enables users' to access a wider range of laboratory consumables. Brochure Available
News from Anachem (27 March 2006)
Solver on demand capability, design verification
Ansoft has announced the release of the latest version of Ansoft Designer.
News from Ansoft Europe (27 March 2006)
High productivity in CHN/O/S analysis results
The CE440 Elemental Analyser from Exeter Analytical sets a new standard for high productivity and maximised confidence in CHN/O/S analysis results.
News from Exeter Analytical (27 March 2006)
Detectors enhance analytical chromotography
Thermo Electron offers its new Surveyor Plus Refractive Index and Surveyor Plus Fluorescence detectors designed to enhance chromatographer's analytical capabilities.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Chromatography) (27 March 2006)
Tyco Electronics Renews Touch-Control Pact
Tyco electronics renews touch control agreement, adds design and manufacturing centres Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics (27 March 2006)
Fluorescence for quantitative skin assessment
Using real-time safe UV and fluorescence spectroscopy combined with artificial intelligence - Clarity Pro provides a complete system for quantitative skin assessment.
News from Moritex Europe (27 March 2006)
Sun Chemical announces solutions at IPEX
Sun Chemical, the world's largest producer of printing inks and pigments, will unveil a range of unique, innovative 'Customer Value Systems' at IPEX
News from Sun Chemical Europe (27 March 2006)
Stork Prints boosts global service commitment
APPOINTING DISTRIBUTORS FOR AUSTRALASIA AND SOUTH-EAST ASIA, Stork Prints strengthens its world-wide service network, appointing two distributors in the Asia-Pacific region. Brochure Available
News from Stork Prints (27 March 2006)
Keimart Liners invests
Kemiart Liners has invested in Europe's first ValFormer forming section for boardmaking applications.
News from M-real (27 March 2006)
Chinese puzzle solved
Stan Draper of Chinese Chef found that Rotech machines were the problem solvers that he needed.
News from Rotech Machines (27 March 2006)
Fault finding for the production line using HSV
Technical Background Article The drive for improved efficiency and increased profit is relentless and never more so than on the floor in today's factories.
News from Photron USA (27 March 2006)
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