News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 April
to Saturday 8 April 2006
Conference to discuss manufacturing challenges
Top speakers From Lotus Cars, CIPD, MHRA and futurist Patrick Dixon will discuss the challenges being faced by, and the importance of innovation in, the manufacturing industry today.
News from Microsoft ( 7 April 2006)
USB data acquisition device is low-cost
A low-cost USB data acquisition device is a 14-bit analogue input USB device that fills the gap between the popular 12-bit and 16-bit models in the Measurement Computing USB range. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 7 April 2006)
Equipment monitoring is key to zero down-time
User Application Article By monitoring equipment to know when and how it is wearing one can predict failures and recommend repair or replace items at convenient 'down-times' before they cause permanent damage. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology ( 7 April 2006)
Regular 'surgeries' lead to workplace harmony
Manufacturers could achieve dramatic improvements in workplace harmony and productivity by using external professionals to hold regular coaching surgeries with employees.
News from Effective Training ( 7 April 2006)
CNC rolls produce cones and other shapes
CNC sheet metal rolling machine can produce in a single revolution, round-shaped conical parts and parts with varied polygon-shaped cross-sections at production rates of up to 240 parts/h.
News from French Technology Press Bureau ( 7 April 2006)
Motion controller use can be upgraded at show
Visitors to the UK's Product Development 2006 can save GBP 100 when they upgrade their existing 3Dconnexion motion controller to an intelligent SpacePilot.
News from 3Dconnexion ( 7 April 2006)
Data collection devices distributor appointed
Jekyll Electronic Technology has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for a range of data collection devices from Greek industrial engineering specialists, Infinite Industrial Informatics. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology ( 7 April 2006)
Product manager to cover low voltage automation
ABB has appointed James Large as product manager for its low voltage industrial automation products - he brings 16 years of engineering experience to ABB.
News from ABB Automation Technologies ( 7 April 2006)
Wireless Ethernet modem transmits up to 1km
Reliable and secure stand-alone industrial WiFi (802.11b compliant) 2.4 GHz license-free wireless Ethernet modem is capable of transmitting data up to 11Mb/s over distances of 1km.
News from Westermo Data Communications ( 7 April 2006)
Equipment donated to help train engineers
Hardware to be installed in test rigs at a UK university's Automation Systems Centre, will be used to train students and industry professionals on fieldbus technologies - specifically PROFIBUS.
News from Sick (UK) ( 7 April 2006)
Automation PLCs system is readily expandable
Programmable logic controller range is being aimed primarily at OEMs and plant operators looking for a system that can be readily expanded to meet changing requirements.
News from ABB Automation Technologies ( 7 April 2006)
Energy chain maker opens new UK factory
An official open day held to mark igus UK's move to new premises was attended by over 70 customers to view assembly and stores plant equipped with the latest ergonomically designed work stations. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK ( 7 April 2006)
Moving images delivered in real time
Latest videoscopes offer what is believed to be the world's first network-capable videoimagescope system (even wireless) allowing real-time delivery of moving images. Brochure Available
News from Olympus Industrial ( 7 April 2006)
Polymer plain bearings take extreme loads
A 'white paper' describes how a polymer material can cope with pressures and temperatures not previously achievable with polymer plain bearings. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK ( 7 April 2006)
Weighing systems, process control described
Extensive capabilities in process control, process weighing, ATEX weighing systems, belt weighing, and service and support are detailed in a full set of detailed brochures.
News from Procon Engineering ( 7 April 2006)
Multi-axis energy supply ups robot performance
User Application Article Multidimensional cable carriers protect and guide cables as they move around a robot and can negotiate the most complex movements and have a small bending radius for small installation spaces. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK ( 7 April 2006)
Preparing UK fastener users for RoHS compliance
Fastening specialist has announced measures to help its customers ensure that the components they source comply with the new RoHS regulations, which become UK law on July 1st. Brochure Available
News from TFC ( 7 April 2006)
Cloud-based inspection software UK agent named
3D Scanners (UK) have been appointed by InnovMetric Software as distributor in the UK and Ireland manufacturing markets, for PolyWorks inspection and reverse-engineering software.
News from 3D Scanners ( 7 April 2006)
Grippers have multi-tooth guidance
Grippers equipped with a precise multi-tooth guidance are for situations where long fingers and high gripping forces often stand in conflict with having compact sizes of the gripper housing. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec ( 7 April 2006)
Surface, cylindrical grinders have touchscreens
Latest CNC surface and cylindrical grinding machines feature touchscreen systems and will be shown at MACH 2006 as well as new B-axis wheelhead and C-axis workhead and thread-grinding option.
News from Jones and Shipman Precision ( 7 April 2006)
Manual/CNC lathe can also perform milling
The latest generation of advanced customised controls and conversational programming systems feature on the first Harrison manual/CNC lathe to have a milling facility.
News from TS Harrison and Sons ( 7 April 2006)
Structured fluids monitoring service introduced
Routine fluid monitoring can reveal key information about the condition of fluids and equipment and can identify potential problems before they arise, adding real value to maintenance activities.
News from Castrol UK ( 7 April 2006)
Aucotec keeps Multitec on the right track
User Application Article For the planning of its high-end systems, Multitec relies on Engineering Base, the most recent product generation from Aucotec Brochure Available
News from Aucotec ( 7 April 2006)
You Cannot be Everywhere - But Elcad Can
Elcad Web: Project Management via Internet. Brochure Available
News from Aucotec ( 7 April 2006)
Two That Get Along Very Well
AutoManager Meridian can flexibly manage revisions, carry out workflow support for projects or single documents and save documents using a locker concept. Brochure Available
News from Aucotec ( 7 April 2006)
Everybody Wants Ruplan
User Application Article Ruplan has been tried and tested in Germany, and now it convinces everybody in the Czech Republic. Brochure Available
News from Aucotec ( 7 April 2006)
Catia V5 brings benefits to Formula One team
User Application Article Dassault Systemes brings advantages of 3D XML to Toyota motorsport's design process
News from Dassault Systemes ( 7 April 2006)
Roadmap for protocol conformance test solution
Aeroflex and Cetecom Spain have now outlined the roadmap for the WiMAX Forum's 802.16e protocol conformance test solution.
News from Aeroflex ( 7 April 2006)
Vibratory bowl feeder for plastic spoons
Elscint Automation from India has developed a unique Vibratory Bowl Feeder for feeding of Plastic Spoons.
News from Elscint Automation ( 7 April 2006)
Software for management of complex biological data
IDBS has announced the launch of BioBook, designed to meet the specific needs of research biology.
News from IDBS ( 7 April 2006)
Comprehensive document control at affordable price
WinDocs is a new package from Quality Systems International (QSI) designed to deliver comprehensive document control at an affordable price.
News from Quality Systems International (UK) ( 7 April 2006)
Polyprop Jar Vital To Pickle Range's Success
User Application Article The selection of RPC Containers Corby's Thermic Ultra jar for James Ross and Son's gourmet pickles range will play a key role in helping the products repeat success in the foodservice sector.
News from RPC Containers ( 7 April 2006)
Connexion2 to show Identicom at IFSEC
Connexion2, the developer and manufacturer of the award winning Identicom, lone worker protection device, will be demonstrating Identicom on stand F90 Hall6 at IFSEC.
News from Connexion2 ( 7 April 2006)
Flour handling, silo systems upgraded
User Application Article Upgrades at a UK food manufacturer - in line with EU standards - include a 40 tonne aluminium flour silo and a new receiving vessel.
News from Braby ( 6 April 2006)
Software improves 3D working
Significant enhancement to innovative adaptive sensing technology enables NX digital product users to gain significant productivity increases.
News from 3Dconnexion ( 6 April 2006)
Datalogic is Intermec RFID Rapid Start Participant
The Datalogic Group, has become a member of Intermec's RFID Rapid Start programme following its acquisition of PSC , an original RFID Rapid Start licensee. Brochure Available
News from Datalogic Scanning ( 6 April 2006)
Ensuring 3-axis milling programs are consistent
A highly automated NC software for 3-axis milling ensures that all NC programmers deliver high quality 3-axis toolpath simply, consistently and cost-effectively.
News from Cimatron UK ( 6 April 2006)
Controlling small series in machining centres
Technical Background Article Step 4 of Erowa's Flexible Manufacturing Concept provides complete safety and control in the production of small series parts on CNC machining centres.
News from REM Systems ( 6 April 2006)
Calculating oven size for lead-free
Lead-free is mandatory but ever since the earlier introduction of lead-free solder paste there has been the question of how advanced a reflow oven should be. Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech ( 6 April 2006)
Comprehensive ERP maintains efficiency
Comprehensive ERP software is designed for the mid-market process industry and is what manufacturers need to maintain greater efficiencies and high production levels.
News from 3i Infotech ( 6 April 2006)
Machine tool supplier appoints manager
In the latest chapter in a varied career with XYZ Machine Tools Martin Burton has been appointed manufacturing and quality manager. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 6 April 2006)
Leak testers have Ethernet connectivity
TM Electronics now has Ethernet connectivity available on all models of test equipment, including the intelligent leak and flow tester, a chamber Tester, and an automated package tester.
News from TM Electronics ( 6 April 2006)
EXFO reports strong profitable growth
EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering reports tenth consecutive quarter of sales growth at 30.0% year-over-year and 11.2% sequentially to reach US$30.1 million.
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering ( 6 April 2006)
Robotic assembly lines simulated, validated
User Application Article Aircraft manufacturer speeds innovation and 'time-to-market' with digital robotics manufacturing technology to simulate, validate and program its robotic assembly lines.
News from Delmia ( 6 April 2006)
Gearbox boosts CNC lathe productivity
User Application Article gearboxes are playing a vital role in an automated part loader, developed by a machine tool builder for use with its range of CNC lathes, in precision production machining.
News from Harmonic Drive UK ( 6 April 2006)
Planetery and bevel/helical technologies combined
Combining planetery and bevel/helical gearbox technologies has resulted in a flexible power transmission for machine tools, conveyors, metal-forming machines and process plant
News from Brevini ( 6 April 2006)
Motors simplify linear stage integration
A new type of modular linear drive unit with integrated position sensing can dramatically simplify the building of gantry and XYZ handling systems.
News from Copley Motion Systems ( 6 April 2006)
Cutting tool maker invests in mill/turn centre
User Application Article A leading supplier of tungsten carbide tooling has invested in a bar-fed mill/turn centre to machine difficult-to-cut tooling materials.
News from Matsuura Machinery ( 6 April 2006)
High volume sorter spots smallest defects
A high-volume laser sorting system detects the smallest defects and foreign material to optimise product quality and maximize food safety at double the throughput.
News from Key Technology ( 6 April 2006)
IT software company moves headquarters
Lattice Technology, USA, has announced that its USA corporate headquarters (formerly Lattice3D) will be relocated to San Francisco's financial district. Brochure Available
News from Lattice Technology ( 6 April 2006)
Respiratory protection equipment improved
Breathing air range removes tcontaminants through an integrated filtration and desiccant dryer that ensure the pressure dewpoint is low enough to prevent liquid water from forming.
News from Parker Domnick Hunter ( 6 April 2006)
Ink jet dairy code printer gives maximum uptime
A continuous ink jet printer, specifically designed for coding dairy products, is designed to give maximum uptime and low cost of ownership over the course of its lifetime.
News from Linx Printing Technologies ( 6 April 2006)
Noise regulations may not mean more compensation
Speculation that tighter legislation to protect workers from harmful occupational noise could cause a wave of new compensation claims is unfounded say health and safety consultants.
News from Croner Consulting ( 6 April 2006)
Manufacturers share innovation to compete
Hundreds of delegates attending the North West Manufacturers' Summer Conference in May, 2006, will have their eyes sharply focused on innovation as a key weapon for business survival.
News from Manufacturing Institute ( 6 April 2006)
Jaltek Systems appoints production manager
Ido Yoram brings management experience with a global Tier-1 EMS Provider and an advanced networks solution provider to bear on his new role at Jaltek Systems.
News from Jaltek Systems ( 6 April 2006)
Specialist electronics manufacturing offered
A specialist UK contract electronic manufacturing company providing a comprehensive set of quality turnkey services offers prototype and pre-production facilities.
News from GSPK Electronics ( 6 April 2006)
Software eliminates 15 data collection systems
User Application Article Babcock and Wilcox has eliminated over 15 different systems that stored and maintained data and has established process consistency across the organisation.
News from Visibility ( 6 April 2006)
Real time factory floor information offered
The only way to gain real time factory floor information is to ensure a technology that includes these functions by connecting to any plant floor equipment.
News from TR Cutler ( 6 April 2006)
Mouse click gains vital business information
In partnership with Kompass, the UK's MTA is offering its members an unrivalled opportunity to access fully-researched data relating to 190,000 business contacts in the UK.
News from Reed Business Information ( 6 April 2006)
CAD/CAM software provider celebrates 20 years
Lantek celebrates during this year 2006 its 20th anniversary and the continuous success of its range of CAD/CAM products.
News from Lantek Sheet Metal Solutions ( 6 April 2006)
Multihead weighers are accurate, reliable
User Application Article Complete reliability, accurate weighing and ease of use are key benefits of three multihead weighers installed at a potato factory , which are integrated with continuous processing and packing system.
News from Ishida Europe ( 6 April 2006)
Group-wide agreement made for Autodesk sales
Planit Holdings has extended collaboration between its Radan and Alphacam operating companies and Autodesk through signing a group-wide agreement to become an Autodesk Inventor reseller.
News from Planit Holdings ( 6 April 2006)
Lead-free manual soldering - check the problems
Specialists have noticed that being RoHS compliant and lead-free brings all sorts of new issues - so they believe that now is the time to look at manual soldering, - such as solder/desolder tips.
News from Intertronics ( 6 April 2006)
SMT circuit board stencil printing is fast
A major advancement in the technology of stencil printing for SMT circuit boards offers the highest speed production environments available - a 20-80% increase in throughput.
News from Contax ( 6 April 2006)
Woodworking CAM makes the most of talents
Woodworking CAM software includes enhancements for data import, design creation and machining of models enabling users with creative flair to increase their productivity and raise quality. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 6 April 2006)
Chain offers superior performance
Chain and coupling ranges include a chain designed to give superior performance, durability and offer significant financial savings compared to similar duty stainless steel or coated chains.
News from Rexnord NV UK ( 6 April 2006)
Solid carbide diamond coated cutters extend life
Solid carbide diamond coated end mills can efficiently machine graphite and other similarly abrasive materials with much improved tool life when compared to equivalent carbide tools.
News from ITC Tooling ( 6 April 2006)
Mains filters are widely standards-compliant
Compact RoHS compliant mains filters are now in stock and include an economically priced mains filter that is extremely compact, RoHS compliant and fully approved to VDE, UL, CSA and Semko+.
News from Aerco ( 6 April 2006)
Brochure simplifies flow measurement selection
A 24-page full colour brochure entitled 'Yokogawa flow solutions' provides guidelines, based on the fluid type and industry application, to make selection easier.
News from Yokogawa UK ( 6 April 2006)
Software checks for collisions in assembly
Software tool is specialised in automatically finding and generating collision-free trajectories within the 3D digital mock-up for industrial needs such as mounting and dismounting component parts.
News from Kineo CAM ( 6 April 2006)
Tube cutting system guarantees 24/7 working
User Application Article Laser tube cutting system consolidates as many as six manual operations, such as sawing, punching, drilling and deburring, into a single, continuous cycle.
News from BLM-Group UK ( 6 April 2006)
Multi-axis machining speciality portrayed
Multi-axis machining subcontractor will be portraying its fast growing capability in single-cycle, short lead time, subcontract machining services at the UK's Subcon Exhibition.
News from Hemlock Engineering ( 6 April 2006)
$200 Million Buyout of Global 360
TA Associates Announces $200 Million Buyout of Global 360 Leads Investment with Technology Crossover Ventures and JMI Equity.
News from Global 360 ( 6 April 2006)
RFID implementation at Metro Group
User Application Article Metro Group has selected Intel Solution Services to help advance the development and integration of RFID technology across supply chain processes
News from Intel Solution Services ( 6 April 2006)
Software Solutions for Life Sciences in Ireland.
Introducing a New Generation of Services and Software Solutions for Life Sciences in Ireland.
News from Orbis Information Systems ( 6 April 2006)
Supply on demand - staying alive and ahead
Technical Background Article Over 50% of companies have implemented or are planning to implement an on-demand solution over the next 12 months Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com ( 6 April 2006)
Zero Lead Time. Zero Admin. Zero Defects
User Application Article Wesupply and their supply chain project for Newage AVK SEG wins top 20 position in Europe and the UK Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com ( 6 April 2006)
Business Simulation tools in sales training
Consultancy company Cidermill Consulting accredited to deliver second Celemi Business Simulation within their sales training curriculum.
News from Cidermill Consulting ( 6 April 2006)
Basis for Greater Savings for SunSystems Users
Companies form strategic alliance to integrate financial management, procurement and document management solutions.
News from Version One ( 6 April 2006)
Next generation RabbitCore modules
Rabbit Semiconductor announces the first RabbitCore modules powered by the new Rabbit 4000 microprocessor.
News from Rabbit Semiconductor ( 6 April 2006)
New DataLase CASEMARK solution
DataLase invites you to the media unveiling of the new DataLase CASEMARK, the ground-breaking label replacement solution for secondary packaging
News from DataLase ( 6 April 2006)
Toshiba adds finishing touch
TM Robotics is contributing the machines to complete key robotic handling sequences for the Robotic Pack Line at this year's Hanover Messe. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) ( 6 April 2006)
Plastic wrapping from Japan
Sekisui Jushi are probably best known as the UK and Europe's leading trade-supplier of plastic strapping for machine and hand use
News from Sekisui Jushi BV ( 6 April 2006)
New conveyor tracking system
All eyes will be on Toshiba Machines' new conveyor tracking vision system at Automatica Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) ( 6 April 2006)
Analysers have hydrogen-compensated CO sensors
Telegan's Tempest multi-gas emission analysers and Sprint flue gas analysers now have hydrogen-compensated carbon monoxide (CO) sensors. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments ( 6 April 2006)
Inspection software upgrade detects collisions
Latest update made to PowerINSPECT inspection software include collision detection, an enhanced Geometric Explorer, additional 'best-fit' options for analysing the results, and improved graphics. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 5 April 2006)
Service responds to factory power failures
Specialist in the hire, sale and maintenance of generators, temporary power and lighting solutions, has launched a four hour emergency power response service to organisations across the UK.
News from Power4 ( 5 April 2006)
Grinder replaces manual weld dressing, saves time
User Application Article A portal-type, twin-belt grinding machine, capable of working on fabrications up to 3m in length, has replaced manual weld dressing operations and nearly halved dressing time on some jobs.
News from Ellesco ( 5 April 2006)
Convert NC programs from one format to another
Company had to convert over 400 Heidenhain programs to Fanuc format, which would have taken 1h/program, whereas NC code conversion software would only take seconds/program.
News from Forelink ( 5 April 2006)
Low cost yard loading ramp introduced
Loading and unloading equipment manufacturer has introduced a low cost Economy model mobile yardramp, as well as having announced a significant reduction in cost of its ramp maintenance service.
News from Thorworld Industries ( 5 April 2006)
Seminar educates on microbiological contamination
Microbiological contamination in metalworking systems - latest BOHS UK seminar is designed to raise awareness of respiratory health risks and reduce risk of workers' respiratory ill-health.
News from BOHS - British Occupational Hygiene Society ( 5 April 2006)
Switches give safe access and robot programming
An option pod for a range of modular safety gate switches ensures an operative can only enter a potentially hazardous area when it is safe and a second pod initiates safe robot programming.
News from Fortress Interlocks ( 5 April 2006)
Pharmaceutical industry automation to grow
The pharmaceutical industry is in rapid transition from a supply-driven market to a demand- and service-driven market where manufacturing efficiency and responsiveness play a critical role.
News from ARC Advisory Group ( 5 April 2006)
Changeover contact relay links PC/PLC to machines
A 2-pole changeover contact relay is used for linking PC or PLC logic to machine operation and has surge suppressor that eliminates the need to specify separate relays for AC and DC applications.
News from Turck ( 5 April 2006)
Cryogenic tungsten electrodes last longer
Cryogenically-treated tungsten electrodes with a highly dense structure start TIG/WIG welding easier and last longer when compared with untreated 2% thoriated types, claims a supplier.
News from Diamond Ground Products ( 5 April 2006)
Tough, hard railroad steels production machined
User Application Article Railroad switches (points) maker sought very rigid, long table machine to mill Grade A rail steel, which, at 260BHN is tough and a German machining centre gave best tool life:metal removal ratio. Brochure Available
News from Dugard ( 5 April 2006)
3D graphics raise CNC turning confidence
Conversational programming software that is equally useable for single part manual cycles or for full CNC repeat operation will be demonstrated on a CNC turning machine at MACH 2006.
News from Colchester-Harrison ( 5 April 2006)
US science group buys Rapra Technology
The Smithers Group, an independent testing, consulting and contract research organisation based in the USA, has closed a deal to purchase UK company Rapra Technology.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 5 April 2006)
'Mirror' face milling eliminates face grinding
A 'mirror finish' face milling system is helping users to eliminate time consuming grinding operations and is suitable for machining unstable workpieces and on machines with low spindle power. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) ( 5 April 2006)
Clean products safely without CMR problems
Rather than having to decide between 'Trike' and nPB to clean parts, a chemical supplier suggests a third solvent that offers significant cost savings and improved cleaning performance.
News from 3M ( 5 April 2006)
Education and industry working together
Cranfield School of Management has launched the Cranfield Corporate Partnership, creating an exclusive environment where education and industry work together for mutual benefit.
News from Cranfield School of Management ( 5 April 2006)
Attunity Expands its Partnership with Oracle
Attunity Stream expands Oracle's market reach in the ETL and Data Warehousing markets
News from Attunity (UK) Ltd ( 5 April 2006)
Critical issues for mobile government
Mobile devices are changing the face of public services, and now Governments, Councils and Local Authorities worldwide are testing cutting-edge technology to determine which is the way forward.
News from CommonTime ( 5 April 2006)
Consolidated VTL from Digi-data
Virtual tape library simplifies consolidation of secondary storage.
News from Digi-Data ( 5 April 2006)
IT efficiency benefits borough's residents
User Application Article Brent Council selects Global 360 to streamline Revenues and Benefits Service
News from Global 360 ( 5 April 2006)
New Intermec EasyCoder PD41 Printer
New Intermec EasyCoder PD41 Printer Makes Rugged, Best-in-Class Performance Affordable for All
News from Intermec Technologies ( 5 April 2006)
Fastest growing ETL supplier in the market
Bloor Research identifies Sunopsis as the "One to Watch"' in the area of 'general purpose products of enterprise class'.
News from Sunopsis ( 5 April 2006)
Zeus Drives Online DVD Sales in Sweden
User Application Article Zeus Technology announces that Sweden's largest DVD retailer Discshop has successfully deployed Zeus Extensible Traffic Manager Load Balancer
News from Zeus Technology ( 5 April 2006)
Bentley Motors drives ahead with 3D technology
User Application Article Prestige car manufacturer, Bentley Motors, is the latest customer to purchase 3D rendering technology from ARTVPS
News from ARTVPS ( 5 April 2006)
Evalue Delivers EPIC/Mini-ITX KIOSK SBCs
Evalue has developed a KIOSK SBC series that offers low cost of ownership while maintaining high system reliability.
News from Avalue Technology ( 5 April 2006)
Icona Solutions joins JT Open
Adoption of JT technology for Icona's unique, real-time 3D assembly tolerances simulation and visualisation software will aid automotive industry users
News from Icona Solutions ( 5 April 2006)
Cost-efficient alternative to the 16-bit MCU
Ramtron previews high performance Versa 8051 MCU at the 2006 Embedded Systems Conference in San Jose, California
News from Ramtron International ( 5 April 2006)
New Wallingford Director of Training Services
Wallingford Software has appointed Nikki Beckom, a qualified engineer to head up the company's new training division based in Fort Worth, Texas.
News from Wallingford Software ( 5 April 2006)
CoCreate Wins Design News Award
CoCreate voted #1 over CATIA, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and Alibre
News from CoCreate Software ( 5 April 2006)
ABMI chose the Dassault Systemes' solution
User Application Article International industrial consultancy finds success by managing data with Smarteam
News from Dassault Systemes ( 5 April 2006)
Machine tool and CAM providers combine forces
Metal cutting CAM provider Gibbs and Associates and CNC machine tool builder Mori Seiki have set up a collaboration agreement over post processors and machine simulation models development.
News from Gibbs and Associates ( 5 April 2006)
Improvement Through Innovation Can Open Doors
Improvement Through Innovation Can Open the Door to New Markets Says McGuffie Brunton, Sponsor of the Innovation Award for the 2006 Best Factory Awards.
News from K3 Business Technology Group ( 5 April 2006)
New exclusive online TraceParts library
New exclusive online TraceParts library available for TopSolid operators
News from Missler Software ( 5 April 2006)
Topio joins VMware community source program
Collaboration Accelerates Integration of High Performance Replication and Recovery with VMware ESX Server Virtualisation
News from Topio ( 5 April 2006)
Meridian IT and Topio partner to deliver prime
User Application Article First Data Protection and Recovery Solution In-A-Box Provides Compliant Recovery without the Disruption and Cost of Traditional Approaches
News from Topio ( 5 April 2006)
First-ever turnkey disaster recovery solution
New Concept Helps VARs Provide Flexible Cost-Effective Solution for Data Protection and Recovery
News from Topio ( 5 April 2006)
Software allows management of training records
Autoscribe Training Manager may be deployed as a single user off the shelf product that may be further fully configured and expanded into an Enterprise solution meeting regulatory requirements. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe ( 5 April 2006)
Managing customer complaints and feedback
Feedback from Autoscribe is a comprehensive, configurable system for managing and responding to customer complaints, comments, compliments, requests, feedback and corrective actions. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe ( 5 April 2006)
Hydrogen-compensated CO sensors for analysers
Telegan's Tempest multi-gas emission analysers and Sprint flue gas analysers now have hydrogen-compensated carbon monoxide (CO) sensors. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments ( 5 April 2006)
Digitiser multi channel card with 8 channels
GaGe's multi-channel Octopus digitizer cards are now available to order.
News from Gage Applied Technologies ( 5 April 2006)
2D and 3D visualizing capabilities for Word
Mupad Addin 2.0 for Word, from SciFace Software, is an extension for Microsoft Office Word that provides mathematical intelligence with comprehensive 2D and 3D visualizing capabilities.
News from Lightwave Scientific ( 5 April 2006)
Platform delivers custom boards in five days
Rabbit Semiconductor announces RabbitFLEX, a revolutionary platform delivering custom boards in five days
News from Rabbit Semiconductor ( 5 April 2006)
Next Generation films add quality
Blown film maker relies on model 1008 winders for accuracy and repeatability in winding high-performance films.
News from Battenfeld Gloucester Engineering Co ( 5 April 2006)
Esko gears up for another successful year
Strong start in 2006 continues on record performance in 2005; new Board members add to strategic development process.
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko showcases Kongsberg dieless cutting tables
Esko will demonstrate its highly successful Kongsberg line of tables for short run packaging production, sample making and for POP display and sign production at Ipex
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko complete line of Cyrel Digital Imagers
Esko will showcase at their Ipex stand two popular models of its highly successful Cyrel Digital Imagers (CDIs), including the recently introduced CDI Spark 2120
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko showcases integrated packaging pre-production
Esko-Graphics will showcase at Ipex how it translates its vision for a total integrated packaging pre-production workflow into its range of product solutions
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko launches Scope 3
Esko, the global market leader in packaging pre-production solutions, announces the introduction of Scope 3, a major new release of the company's integrated packaging software suite
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko previews DeskPack 3-dX
Esko features technology demonstrations illustrating Scope's future development directions with DeskPack - a Scope software component - with new plug-ins and updates to existing ones.
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko launches WebCenter 6.0
WebCenter 6.0, a unique collaboration and approval platform for packaging supply chain partners.
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
Esko announces ArtiosCAD 7.0
Esko, the market leader in integrated packaging pre-production solutions, announces the release of ArtiosCAD 7.0, a major update to the leading structural design software for packaging.
News from EskoArtwork ( 5 April 2006)
UK's Manufacturing Advisory Service to grow
As part of the UK government's recent budget speech, the importance of MAS in giving manufacturers the assistance they need to improve productivity was highlighted and the service will grow.
News from BERR (Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform) ( 4 April 2006)
Omron agrees to acquire Pioneer subsidiary
Omron Corporation has reached a preliminary agreement with Pioneer Corporation to acquire 100% of Pioneer's stock in Pioneer Precision Machinery Corporation. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 4 April 2006)
Control systems maker joins UK's MMMA
A manufacturer of pneumatic valves, control systems and safety products for the fluid power industry, Ross UK, has become a member of the Metalforming Machinery Makers' Association.
News from Metalforming Machinery Makers Association ( 4 April 2006)
Precision timing belt has shorter length options
Timing belts feature improved tooth-pitch accuracy for unsurpassed precision and are now available in shorter lengths to suit positioning applications requiring smaller travel distances.
News from Transmission Developments ( 4 April 2006)
Dual pressure valves dramatically reduce downtime
User Application Article A dual pressure valve allows waterjet operators to control water pressure independently of the intensifier pump, enabling them to run a number of tables or cutting stations at various pressures.
News from Jet Edge ( 4 April 2006)
PLM cuts development costs by 20%
By enabling an automotive to automate business processes from planning and design to development and after-sales, a PLM system has helped cut development costs by 20 per cent.
News from IBM ( 4 April 2006)
Stepper motors can offer servo performance
A stepper motor drive from a Canadian designer and manufacturer of advanced motion control technology brings servo motor performance to conventional stepper motor systems.
News from LG Motion ( 4 April 2006)
Interlock safety switches designed for harsh usage
Constructed of solid metal, compact yet rugged, extreme- and heavy-duty safety interlock switches rovide reliable, non-contact access guarding for doors, guards, gates and covers.
News from Banner Engineering ( 4 April 2006)
Propshaft balancer sent in AUS1 million project
Universal Balancing has just installed a high value Propshaft Balancer - as an AUS$1 million turnkey project - to a major propshaft manufacturer in Melbourne, Australia. Brochure Available
News from Universal Balancing ( 4 April 2006)
Ansoft joins the GEIA Compact Model Council
Ansoft has joined the GEIA Compact Model Council, a group of 35 semiconductor and electronic design automation companies that promote the standardisation of compact model formulations.
News from Ansoft Europe ( 4 April 2006)
Thermal shock chamber stresses components
An affordable two zone thermal shock chamber that subjects specimens/products to uniform thermal stress tests and monitors products like pharmaceuticals, electronics, automotive assemblies.
News from Unitemp ( 4 April 2006)
Transducer signal conditioner works with PC
Transducer signal conditioner and display unit provides a low cost, easy-to-use design for use with pressure, load and displacement measurement applications in manufacturing, process industries. Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics ( 4 April 2006)
Fastener speeds, simplifies machine frame assembly
A competition will be held to show just how quick and simple it is to assemble the Profile-System with a one-piece Powerlock fastener that requires no pre-drilling or costly preparation. Brochure Available
News from MiniTec UK ( 4 April 2006)
5-axis router programming done 'in-house'
User Application Article By introducing CAM software to its UK operation, an automotive company has been able to carry out the programming itself, which has had an enormous impact on achievable turnaround times.
News from Sescoi International ( 4 April 2006)
Cylindrical laser machining gets motion platform
Direct-drive, brushless linear and rotary motion platform that includes automated workpiece handing and tooling platforms is intended for cylindrical laser machining applications. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 4 April 2006)
Separate solids from liquids efficiently
Particulate separators use centrifugal action to remove particulate contamination from fluids such as sand, paint flakes, metal chips, chemical scale and other debris down to 50 micron.
News from Rosedale Products Europe ( 4 April 2006)
SS or plastics shaft collars do not corrode
Said to be ideal for wash-down applications in food processing and marine applications, shaft collars in stainless steel and plastics prevent corrosion in wet or harsh environments.
News from Ruland Manufacturing Co ( 4 April 2006)
Drive and conveyor chains offer extra strength
Conforming to the ISO 606 and DIN 8187 standards, and with their excellent price:performance ratio, sturdy drive and conveyor chains are ideal for all standard applications.
News from Iwis-Flexon ( 4 April 2006)
Cordless power tool installs wire thread inserts
A cordless power tool for installing wti free-running wire thread inserts is ideal for left or right handed operators as the forward/reverse button is a toggle switch and is ergonomically located.
News from WTI Fasteners ( 4 April 2006)
Air bearings make gantry movement vibrationless
User Application Article Believed to be for the first time, air bearing technology has been applied on a standard industrial gantry system to minimisation of vibration when the gantry was moving.
News from Anorad UK ( 4 April 2006)
Brochure describes laser marking systems
Corporate brochure provides an overview of the capabilities of its patented, innovative laser marking systems for diverse range of sectors including product identification and anti-counterfeiting.
News from DataLase ( 4 April 2006)
Compressed air products sales manager appointed
Beko Technologies has appointed Adrian Cummins as regional sales manager for Beko's comprehensive range of compressed air equipment to cover the south of England. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies ( 4 April 2006)
Durable steel raises punch wear resistance
For demanding punching applications that require long-term wear resistance and toughness, tooling made from Ultima Premium Steel can increase wear resistance by up to 100%.
News from Wilson Tool International ( 4 April 2006)
Electronic development and manufacturing honoured
German electronic development and manufacturing company has received the 'TOP JOB' seal of approval for its remarkable efforts in human resource management.
News from Mazet ( 4 April 2006)
DNC provides 'on demand' CNC manufacturing data
DNC software is dedicated to users looking to maximise the output of CNC machine tools by providing integrated modular solutions including 'on demand' distribution of up-to-date manufacturing data.
News from Seiki Systems ( 4 April 2006)
Inserts provide 75% more components per edge
A successful insert tooling range for machining irons, which have regularly achieved up to 75% more components per edge than competitor products is now being expanded into cutting steels.
News from Walter GB ( 4 April 2006)
Over 100 exhibitors show new products at MACH 2006
With only six weeks to go until MACH 2006 opens, more than 100 of the exhibitors have now been independently verified as having 'New at MACH' products or services at the show.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association ( 4 April 2006)
Latest CNC grinders support tooling service
User Application Article Tooling supplier ITC is "keeping ahead of the competition through guaranteed high-quality output and responsive service" backed by seven CNC tool grinders and a CNC tool measuring machine.
News from Koerber Schleifring UK ( 4 April 2006)
Interface Specn Standards Committee formed
Field Device Tool Interface Specification standards committee will develop a standard to fully integrate fieldbuses, devices and sub-systems as seamless parts of the automation life-cycle.
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 4 April 2006)
Malvern instruments names E-USA sales manager,
Malvern Instruments has appointed Jeff de Nigris as regional sales manager - eastern States, Puerto Rico and eastern Canada - for the US Process Systems team. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments ( 4 April 2006)
Screen interfaces provide productivity oversight
Windows based paperless calibration and compliance management software offers upgraded screen interfaces to enhance user experience and provide productivity and oversight tools.
News from Prime Technologies ( 4 April 2006)
123 Solutions and Jetcam partner on CAD/CAM
123 Solutions and Jetcam International have announced integration between 123 Solutions MRP software, 123mrp.NET and Jetcam's CAD/CAM software.
News from Jetcam International ( 4 April 2006)
Small chemical weighing systems are integrated
Integrated modular small chemical weighing systems meet the diverse output needs for the precise dust-free weighing of micro batches of powders, prills, pastilles, pellets and granules.
News from Chronos Richardson ( 4 April 2006)
Applied is to sell DELMIA software in the UK
Dassault Systemes has announced one of its UK VARs, Applied, is to become a reseller of the DELMIA manufacturing engineering brand within the UK.
News from Delmia ( 4 April 2006)
National Instruments names UK and Irish MD
USA-based virtual instrumentation producer, National Instruments, has announced the appointment of Ajit Gokhale as UK and Ireland managing director. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 4 April 2006)
Internet communications keeps track on wire
User Application Article EDMs Using the flexibility of the Internet for remote access and machine management of its nine wire EDMs will give a subcontractor very effective communication with the machines' control systems.
News from 600 Centre ( 4 April 2006)
Paperless recorder monitors environmental data
Humidity and temperature chart recorder, is easy to set up and operate and provides simultaneous numerical and graphical displays of humidity and temperature.
News from Extech Instruments ( 4 April 2006)
Picture perfect with in-store signage solution
User Application Article Jessops, the UK's leading specialist photographic retailer, has announced a major contract with Episys Limited for the supply of a new signage solution across all its stores.
News from Episys ( 4 April 2006)
PCdefense combats "baited" BBC news
PCdefense alerts users every time any program attempts to install, so even the newest and most sophisticated spyware ploys are unable to crack its defences
News from Laplink Software ( 4 April 2006)
Field-Proven Mobile Communications
UTStarcom And Qualcomm To Offer Compact, Field-Proven Mobile Communications Solution For Emergency, First Response And Defence Applications
News from UTStarcom ( 4 April 2006)
New Directors for EIS
The Engineering Integrity Society has appointed two new directors, Norman Thornton and Khaled Owais
News from Engineering Integrity Society ( 4 April 2006)
Matrox Nexis ties it all together
Matrox Imaging offers complete vision platform Brochure Available
News from Matrox Imaging ( 4 April 2006)
Sharp Thinking from Trident
Trident, a leading supplier of Hotel and Hospitality TV Solutions, has added a new range of Sharp LCD Televisions to its existing portfolio.
News from Trident Microsystems ( 4 April 2006)
Autoscribe Matrix "Neptune" LIMS
The Modern, Deliverable Solution for all Water and Waste Water Testing Laboratories Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe ( 4 April 2006)
Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) dual channel gas detector
Analytical Technology has announced IsoMon, a Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) dual channel gas detector specifically engineered for the reliable validation of sterilisation of aseptic environments. Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology ( 4 April 2006)
Monitoring of high density gases such as chlorine
The new Environmental Sampling Unit (ESU) from Crowcon is a cost effective device for monitoring high density gases such as chlorine, sulphur dioxide and flammable vapours. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments ( 4 April 2006)
Realignment of chip technologies
Synplicity has announced a plan to re-focus its RandD investment and headcount on its strategic growth opportunities in FPGA implementation and ASIC verification.
News from Synplicity ( 4 April 2006)
High performance detectors, software and systems
Viscotek will present its latest range of high performance detectors, software and systems for characterisation of polymers, proteins and nanoparticles at the forthcoming Analytica 2006.
News from Viscotek Europe ( 4 April 2006)
Multi-angle light scattering detector
Wyatt Technology, has launched the Minidawn Treos Multi-Angle Light Scattering (MALS) Detector.
News from Wyatt Technology ( 4 April 2006)
Calibration services updated with new head
Much has changed at Young Calibration with the opening a new larger premises and the appointment of a new Head of Laboratory.
News from Young Calibration ( 4 April 2006)
Packaging Print Inspection Control's Efficiency
Heidelberg is showcasing its range of systems with 'connect for success' as its theme at Ipex, which opened today.
News from Heidelberg ( 4 April 2006)
Crystal calssics fro Tri-Star
Tri-Star are supplying as Anchor Packaging (USA) UK's distribution partner, Crystal Classics - an exclusive range of quality, disposable salad bowls and deep lidded plates
News from TriStar ( 4 April 2006)
Sampler monitors high-density gases
The new Environmental Sampling Unit (ESU) from Crowcon is a cost-effective device for monitoring high-density gases such as chlorine, sulphur dioxide and flammable vapours. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments ( 4 April 2006)
Forklift solution for tight storage area
User Application Article Combilift GT and Lawsons - A space-saving combination.
News from Combilift Ltd ( 4 April 2006)
Oval gear flow meter is extremely versatile
Oval gear flow meter is extremely versatile and it is possible to locate the meter virtually anywhere along a pipeline as it is not affected by flow turbulence or pulsations.
News from Bell Flow Systems ( 3 April 2006)
Mould pressure sensors are simpler to install
Single wire technology indirect mould pressure sensors, with an increased maximum operating temperature of 200 deg C, is also ideal for multi-cavity mould applications.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 3 April 2006)
MES aid continual improvement initiatives
Leading manufacturers are achieving strong results by using real-time technology systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES) in conjunction with continuous improvement initiatives. Brochure Available
News from Citect ( 3 April 2006)
Workshops guide on compressed air safety
The British Compressed Air Society's workshops sessions at the UK's Air-Tech exhibitionwill outline safe working practices that employers should put in place in order to protect the workforce.
News from British Compressed Air Society ( 3 April 2006)
Electrical and electronics directives discussed
The UK's National Electrical and Electronics Directives conference includes over 30 workshops over three days to investigate applications associated with specific European or international directives.
News from NEEDS 2006 ( 3 April 2006)
Machine safety conference includes communications
The Machine Safety Conference will focus on machinery safety, functional safety and safety-related industrial communications during the UK's Drives and Controls exhibition.
News from British Automation and Robotics Association ( 3 April 2006)
Ethernet developments are main conference theme
The UK's Automation and Networking Conference will have Ethernet technology as its main theme for engineers working in automation, controls, manufacturing and production.
News from British Automation and Robotics Association ( 3 April 2006)
Arguements continue over iron ore prices
Arguements over iron ore prices - in private, and now in public - are being caused by record prices as a result of demand for iron ore outpacing the increase in steel production.
News from MEPS (International) ( 3 April 2006)
Hydroforming dual phase steels reduces weight
User Application Article Combining the latest hydroform tube technology with advanced high strength dual-phase steels has produced a monopiece crash box bumper that will contribute to reduced vehicle weight. Brochure Available
News from Corus Group (Automotive) ( 3 April 2006)
Waterjetting conference set for Poland
International Conference on Water Jetting to be held in Poland will cover applications of waterjet in military, oil and gas, civil engineering, transportation, manufacturing and environmental work.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems ( 3 April 2006)
Carton packaging supplier signs automation deal
Tetra Pak has signed a global purchase agreement for worldwide use of ABB's System 800xA Extended Automation; and may include instrumentation, motors, drives and low voltage products.
News from ABB Automation Technologies ( 3 April 2006)
Popular course simplifies safety training
Working safely, a course designed by IOSH, helps simplify and 'demystify' health and safety training for employees at all levels, in any sector, and is proving popular, say the organisers.
News from IOSH ( 3 April 2006)
Paper tackles plastics purging dilemmas
A 'white paper' tackles purging issues and dilemmas facing plastics processing managers, including reducing product contamination and increasing the efficiency of colour and/or resin changes.
News from Novachem ( 3 April 2006)
Directory covers fluid, air product suppliers
The Fluid and Air Directory has an A-Z Section of manufacturers and distributors and also lists suppliers by product categories, which are broken into 300 product types.
News from Turret Group ( 3 April 2006)
Precision crane handles 120 die transfers/week
User Application Article Handling over 120 die transfers/week a crane has been engineered to prevent damage by ensuring precise movement and uses dual speeds on all motions for accurate positioning.
News from Street Crane ( 3 April 2006)
CAD/CAM speeds up footwear design
A new grading functionality to give faster, more accurate sizing of footwear soles is included in an upgraded CAD product added to a comprehensive CAD/CAM suite of software. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 3 April 2006)
More enclosure know-how brought to MGB
MGB Electrical have recruited a new member to their team - Peter Sait - who has over 20 years experience in enclosure technology and enclosure products and their applications.
News from MGB Electrical ( 3 April 2006)
GBP 4,000 to be won in 2006 bearings contest
Aimed at rewarding those using plastics plain bearings in innovative or demanding applications, the Manus Plastic Plain Bearing Design Contest is now open and entries may be submitted. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK ( 3 April 2006)
Advice raises manufacturing throughput
Following expert advice, a UK engineering company experienced a GBP 200,000 improvement in its manufacturing throughput and has employed eight new members of staff.
News from Ceram ( 3 April 2006)
Laser profiler/handling system is compact
User Application Article With its policy set on future expansion, a multi-fuel stove maker has bought a laser profiling system - with automatic handling of sheet up to 2.5 x 1.25m - that fits in a compact space. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf ( 3 April 2006)
Manage cost-critical decisions in real-time
True-cost convergence provides early cost-assessments from the product development cycle that naturally converge to production level costs estimates as decisions are finalised.
News from aPriori ( 3 April 2006)
'Soft-feel' handknobs aid operator comfort
Clamping handknobs use glass reinforced thermoplastics to provide high impact strength and impart a soft 'conforming' feel for operators in machining, wood working and other industries. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) ( 3 April 2006)
180 Mori Seiki NL series lathes ordered/month
Mori Seiki reports that order levels for its NL Series CNC lathes are still running at 180 machines/month and some 2000 have been sold world-wide - 11 months after its launch. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK ( 3 April 2006)
Four vertical machining centres introduced at MACH
Four Hurco machining centres, positioned between 'entry level' and 'mainstream' series offer a 14-18% lower price, and feature long Y-axis travel and the single-screen Ultimax control. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe ( 3 April 2006)
Stepped probes intended for connector testing
Stepped probes intended for connector testing feature stepped heads, which in addition to testing, also allow accurate measurements to be made on the depth of pins inside a connector housing.
News from Peak Test Services ( 3 April 2006)
Third surface mount assembly line installed
User Application Article Production automation specialist has supplied and installed a third surface mount assembly line for electronic board manufacturer - enhancing capacity, increasing monthly turnover by 20%.
News from Contax ( 3 April 2006)
Sensor measures low compression/tensile forces
A force sensor has been developed to meet the demands of production process monitoring systems for accurate measurement of very low compression and tensile forces.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 3 April 2006)
Cover stays stabilise control cabinet doors
Cover stays fixed with automatic latching or telescopic with manual push button latching solve the problem of doors being unwieldy - on uneven surfaces or outdoors in gusty winds. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK ( 3 April 2006)
Small heat exchanger occupies under 1m2
Occupying less than 1m2, with low capital cost and low maintenance requirements a heat exchange unit is ideal for small plant rooms heat recovery, heating, cooling, pumping and filtration. Brochure Available
News from ARI Armaturen (UK) ( 3 April 2006)
System reduces scrap in fuse-making plants
User Application Article A fuse manufacturer has realised a significant annual savings by switching from manual to automatic generation of quality reports and has been able to reduce scrap in manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from ASI DataMyte International ( 3 April 2006)
RS Components and Moeller sign trade deal
RS Components and Moeller Electric have now developed a Group Trading Agreement to cement their association into the future, after a successful trading partnership spanning over 20 years.
News from Moeller Electric ( 3 April 2006)
Intelligent modems ilink PLCs, micro controllers
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced a line of intelligent industrial modems for its Melsec FX compact PLCs and Alpha XL micro controllers. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 3 April 2006)
Magnetic-drive vane pump resists chemicals
Pulsation-free, magnetic-drive vane pump is designed for applications employing sensitive equipment and has excellent chemical resistance and a wide band temperature tolerance (-40 to 66 deg C).
News from Tuthill Pump Group ( 3 April 2006)
Magnetic-drive gear pumps introduced
Seal-less magnetic-drive gear pumps are particularly for applications where product/process integrity is critical or involving hazardous fluids like crystallising-prone toxic liquids.
News from Tuthill Pump Group ( 3 April 2006)
Omron to establish Global Service Centre
Omron Corporation's Industrial Automation Business Company is to establish a new Global Service Centre to serve as the headquarters of its customer support services. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics ( 3 April 2006)
ERP module traces records electronically
A Material Review Board module for ERP software enables manufacturers to electronically document, manage and track discrepancies with materials and completely trace records electronically.
News from IQMS Europe ( 3 April 2006)
Ultra-fine grain carbide end-mills are precise
End-mills for high speed machining applications are produced from ultra-fine granulated solid carbide and are precise, with tool total run-out of under 0,005mm, and cut steels of 70HRC.
News from NEW-IDEA Technology Company ( 3 April 2006)
Vice president to oversee training and services
MicroMain Corporation, a leading provider of asset and facility management software and services, has announced the promotion of John Conroy to vice president of services and training.
News from MicroMain Corporation ( 3 April 2006)
Fixed-distance slot sensors are 'ultra fast'
Metal slot sensors that sense objects that pass between its fixed-distance opposed-mode emitter and receiver, have a rugged metal housing and a fast response time of 500 microseconds.
News from Banner Engineering ( 3 April 2006)
Spring-loaded position sensors simplify set-up
A line of 24V spring-loaded position sensors that offer accurate position measurement in a variety of dimensional gaging applications and are in sizes 0.100 in (2.5mm) to 4.00in (100mm).
News from Macro Sensors ( 3 April 2006)
VMCs' vibration-free machining can save 22%
Reduced vibration and increased machining speeds improve surface finish, lengthen tool life and have a positive impact on cycle times - making possible savings of over 22%. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK ( 3 April 2006)
Mill/turn centre cuts machining times by 40%
Test machining on a mill/turn centre usingtwo spindles, two turrets and Y-axis, has shown that times can be cut by over 40% and the work of four machines carried out by one machine. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK ( 3 April 2006)
Profibus International User Conference scheduled
The 2006 Profibus International User Conference programme has presentations designed for the 'user' - covering system design, implementation, experience and maintenance.
News from Profibus Group ( 3 April 2006)
CAM allows students to machine in 3-axis
User Application Article CAM software plays a key role in machine shop courses, enabling an US high school's students to be more creative by machinining parts in 3-axis and not just 2-axis, as is more usual.
News from Sescoi International ( 3 April 2006)
Device promotes injection moulding 'zero defects'
Claimed to be a major step forward in achieving 'zero defects' in injection moulding, a compact device incorporates eight signal amplifiers for process optimisation, monitoring and documentation.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 3 April 2006)
ERP system ousts 15 separate data storage systems
User Application Article Adoption of an up-to-date ERP system has eliminated over 15 different systems that stored and maintained data and established process consistency in procurement, order entry and reporting.
News from Visibility ( 3 April 2006)
CAM raises 4- and 5-axis programming efficiency
Latest CAM software introduces new capability for 4-and 5-axis simultaneous machining in addition to a range of other productivity enhancements to reduce programming times, raise efficiency.
News from Pathtrace Engineering Systems ( 3 April 2006)
CAM's advanced collision avoidance benefits 5-axis
Advanced CAM software dynamically finds potential collisions during the calculation process and automatically computes a safe new toolpath, while using predefined tolerances and clearances.
News from Open Mind Technologies UK ( 3 April 2006)
Process control - learn how to reduce downtime
Scheduled process control courses around the UK show how to reduce downtime through implementation, optimisation and improvement of process and manufacturing control systems.
News from Control Specialists ( 3 April 2006)
How businesses avoid paying too much for energy
Service company can use its strong national negotiating power on behalf of over 60 UK Chambers and trade associations to find the most competitive UK rates on both gas and electricity.
News from Utility Auditing ( 3 April 2006)
Load cell, strain gauge amplifier is universal
A universal amplifier makes ordering and delivery much quicker as options and settings no longer need to be set by the supplier and unit is relatively low cost for the versatility it provides.
News from Synectic Design ( 3 April 2006)
Universal bonding adhesives curing is faster
Two universal adhesives - liquid) and gel - have been reformulated to provide even faster fixture time than the previous products for bonding plastics, rubber, paper, card, wood and metals.
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives ( 3 April 2006)
High speed presswork is core of 70-year company
The core of a subcontractor celebrating 70 years' business is the high speed pressing of metal components from sheet metal, using highly automated progression power press tooling.
News from Ladbrook Engineering ( 3 April 2006)
3D modelling used to analyse bake quality
Software has been developed for the analysis of product quality and consistency by using weight, height, length, width and volume data to analyse the shape, colour and texture of the product.
News from C F Controls ( 3 April 2006)
Trstegic electronics manufacture partnership
Fjord Media and Arrow have announced a strategic relationship under which Arrow is one of the preferred supplier partners for electronic products and associated supply chain and logistics support.
News from Arrow Electronics (UK) ( 3 April 2006)
Surface mount assembly line for electronic boards
User Application Article Contax has supplied and installed a third surface mount assembly line for electronic board manufacturer, In-Line Electronics, part of the Ex-Or Holdings group of companies.
News from Contax ( 3 April 2006)
Flexible printed circuits save space and weight
Technical Background Article Flexible printed circuits were designed as a space and weight saving replacement for traditional cabling and connectors in point-to-point interconnections.
News from In2Connect ( 3 April 2006)
AMC connectors for hot swappable protocols
In2Connect has introduced ept's brand new range of AMC connectors for use with the high-speed hot swappable ATCA and uTCA protocols.
News from In2Connect ( 3 April 2006)
E-learning research breakthrough announced
Following successful trials with Japanese neural networks company, Hitokuchi Hanashi, Learning Light has announced the availability of its e-Learning 3.0 system, Prolifola.
News from Learning Light ( 3 April 2006)
Communication more important than tech ability?
Technical Background Article Knowledge workers will be companies' most valuable source of competitive advantage in 2020, says the Economist Intelligence Unit
News from Economist Intelligence Unit ( 3 April 2006)
Support grows for TPM technology
VIA Technologies has announced cooperation with industry partners to ensure broad TPM support for VIA's market-leading lineup of chipset solutions for the Intel, AMD, and VIA processor platforms.
News from VIA Technologies ( 3 April 2006)
CFdesign v8.0 certified for Inventor 11
Blue Ridge Numerics' CFdesign v8.0 upfront CFD software will work with Autodesk Inventor 11 to transform a standard workstation PC into an interactive, 3D flow bench, thermal test rig and wind tunnel
News from Blue Ridge Numerics ( 3 April 2006)
Latest software for control system design launched
New real-time features in NI LabVIEW Control Design Toolkit will shorten development time for complex control systems Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 3 April 2006)
EDM software providers - what to look for
Technical Background Article Tony Bray, director of document management and imaging author Version One, explains what resellers need to look for when selecting an EDM software vendor
News from Version One ( 3 April 2006)
Hazardous area conferences arranged
A series of regional safety focused conferences essential for those involved in the safe operation of hazardous area plant and equipment, are coming to a series of locations throughout the UK.
News from IML Events ( 3 April 2006)
Analogue camera acquisition boards
dPict Imaging has introduced the Aexeon Quattro, the latest in the popular Aexeon product line of analogue camera acquisition boards. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics ( 3 April 2006)
Key pharmaceutical process operations seminar
Malvern Instruments is co-sponsoring a one-day seminar to be held at K-Tron (Switzerland), Niederlenz, Switzerland. Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments ( 3 April 2006)
Dental CADCAM training centre opened
Renishaw, a world leader in industrial measurement and CAD/CAM technologies, has opened a new dental training facility at its headquarters in Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, UK. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 3 April 2006)
New division for consultants
Stats, a firm of independent consultants, arranged a breakfast briefing for customers at the company's offices in the Coventry University TechnoCentre on Wednesday 29th March 2006.
News from STATS ( 3 April 2006)
Complex sample pre-testing automated
SampleManager automates the tedious and complex pre-testing regimen which includes scheduling of sample collection to comply with regulatory guidelines. Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics ( 3 April 2006)
Time-based experiment features with software
Thermo Electron has announced the release of version 7.3 of its Omnic Professional Software Suite.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) ( 3 April 2006)
Updated data and statistical package
ASI DataMyte has released Service Pack 1 (SP1) for the Applied Stats 6.3 Software Suite. Brochure Available
News from ASI DataMyte International ( 3 April 2006)
Microhmmeter offers wider measuring range
Higher accuracies over a wider measuring range on the latest Cropico DO5000 microhmmeter are combined with greater functionality and programmable current setting in 1% steps from 10% to 100%. Brochure Available
News from Cropico ( 3 April 2006)
Compliance and assurance show joins
Rail Compliance and Assurance 2006 is to join Drives and Controls, Electrex, AirTech and the first National Electrical and Electronics Directives (Needs) conference at the Birmingham NEC in May. Brochure Available
News from DFA Media ( 3 April 2006)
Automotive conference alongside exhibitions
The Automotive EMC 2006 one-day conference will take place on 17th May at the Birmingham NEC. Brochure Available
News from DFA Media ( 3 April 2006)
Lower riser tilt angle monitored, displayed logged
Inertial Aerosystems has introduced a new system which automatically monitors, displays and logs the tilt angle of the lower riser above and below the pivot on a Blow Out Preventer. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK ( 3 April 2006)
Vessels, distillation, stirring, pumps, filters
A 175 page catalogue detailing vessels, distillation, stirring, pumps, filters, screw joints and fittings, temperature probes, filters and accessories is available. Brochure Available
News from Labtex ( 3 April 2006)
Stainless stirrer shafts with PTFE stirrer blade
Bola-stirrer shafts consist of a PTFE-jacketed stainless-steel shaft and a stirrer blade made of solid PTFE. Brochure Available
News from Labtex ( 3 April 2006)
Hydraulically sealed liquid thermoregulation
Tango Nuevo is the first of a new generation and the basis for the complete Unistat range between -120 deg C and +400 deg C. Brochure Available
News from Labtex ( 3 April 2006)
High-drive analog output USB devices
Measurement Computing has announced the release of three low-cost, 16-bit high-drive analog output USB devices.
News from Measurement Computing ( 3 April 2006)
ETO quotation software for quotes
Planability ETO may be installed on existing PCs/networks and is up and running in one day, it can be linked to existing customer contact systems and is available on a licensed or subscription basis.
News from Planability ( 3 April 2006)
RoHS directive effects and exceptions discussed
Technical Background Article The RoHS Directive covers nearly all kind of EEE designed for the use with a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts for alternating current and 1500 volts for direct current. Brochure Available
News from SGS ( 3 April 2006)
LIMS centre becomes hub for life sciences
Starlims has opened a Centre of Excellence in Life Sciences (COE). Brochure Available
News from Starlims ( 3 April 2006)
Compliance monitoring of aqueous discharges
WWEM 2006 will focus on the regulations, procedures and technologies involved with compliance monitoring of aqueous discharges to the environment.
News from WWEM ( 3 April 2006)
Adhesive experts win innovation award
Huntsman Advanced Materials' aerospace research and development team have won the prestigious JEC Composites Innovation Award in the Aeronautics and Space Category for 2006.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials ( 3 April 2006)
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