News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 16 April
to Saturday 22 April 2006
Bonding tape has rubber/acrylic bonding features
Combining the benefits of rubber and acrylic adhesives, a versatile bonding tape is designed for foam fabrication bonding in transportation and appliances to insulate and reduce sound.
News from Adchem Corporation (21 April 2006)
Portable and fixed devices measure dusts
Following ongoing R and D investment, portable and fixed instruments can measure dust and particles from 30 micrometers down to 1 nanometer, including PM-10, PM-2.5 and PM-1.
News from Quantitech (21 April 2006)
Strapping equipment handles variable lengths
User Application Article Strapping equipment has been devised to handle timber bundles of varying lengths and the machine features a split arch, which allows product to pass over the strapper rather than through it.
News from Mosca Direct (21 April 2006)
Motor users - be prepared for ATEX, summer 2006
With ATEX 137 being finally implemented this summer, the end user will be fully responsible for the safety of equipment in hazardous areas on the site and many are not prepared.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (21 April 2006)
UK HSE continues safety awards support
The Health and Safety Executive will continue its support of the British Safety Council's International Safety Awards, which reward companies who have reduced incidents in the workplace.
News from HSE InfoLine (21 April 2006)
Flexible thermography manages remote assets
Remote asset management incorporating thermography can be a highly cost effective solution provided there is a high degree of flexibility in the IR camera's installation and set-up. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (21 April 2006)
Cylindrical grinder has 45m/s wheel speed
An angle head cylindrical high speed grinding machine for grinding batches and volumes at 45m/s wheel speed uses hydrostatic and hydrodynamic bearings for wheelhead and table slideways.
News from 600 Centre (21 April 2006)
Focused infra-red simplifies lead-free BGA rework
Eliminating the risk and guesswork from thermal profiling, infra-red light energy takes the board and component to a safe temperature, yet will melt the solder between them.
News from PDR SMT/BGA Rework Solutions (21 April 2006)
CNC slant bed lathe halves machining cycle times
User Application Article Replacing a Japanese lathe, a CNC slant bed lathe's rigidity, acceleration, rapid traverse and quick turret indexing has halved cycle times involving a lot of in-cycle threading.
News from Colchester-Harrison (21 April 2006)
Anti-static system avoids packing downtime
User Application Article A polyethylene bags and pouches maker had problems with packing toilet tissues, in that static build-up caused blockage on the packing line - since solved by an anti-static system. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (21 April 2006)
Materials tester checks scan probe parts quality
User Application Article Materials testing machines have been integrated into manufacturing cells to make travel tests, spring rate testing and a breakout test for the kinematic couplings on scanning probe system.
News from Lloyd Instruments (21 April 2006)
Convert paper drawings into DXF for CAD/CNC
Software has been released for automatically converting scanned paper drawings, sketches, artwork and CNC profiles, into DXF files for editing in any PC CAD and or CNC program.
News from Softcover International (21 April 2006)
Linear system has integral measuring and drive
A complete linear system with an integral measuring system, limit switches and linear drive does not require a base-plate and can be easily fitted directly to the user's infrastructure.
News from Micromech (21 April 2006)
Independent guide to desktop search tools launched
A complete - and independent - guide to desktop search tools, describes what desktop search tools are and do, plus reviews and links to sites where desktop search tools can be downloaded.
News from Desktop Search Guide (21 April 2006)
Vision systems supplier appoints Scottish agent
Provider of opto-electronic sensors, bar code readers and vision systems, Leuze Mayser, has appointed Tech Sales Scotland to enable further penetration of Scottish based businesses. Brochure Available
News from Leuze Mayser (21 April 2006)
ERP decision support system enhanced
ERP software solution provider has enhanced functionality in a decision support system, which is user specific and allows users to have information 'at their fingertips'.
News from Technology Group International (21 April 2006)
Data loggers check perishable goods in transit
Data loggers monitor temperature and humidity to ensure they remain constant so that goods being transported are checked that they are received exactly as they were packed. Brochure Available
News from Gemini Data Loggers UK (21 April 2006)
Carbide tip saw blades reground reliably
Regrinding of carbide tip saw blades requires knowledge, maximum attention and most important, the proper machines if you want to keep down the cost of your tools.
News from P and M Regrinds (21 April 2006)
Safety system design limits installation downtime
User Application Article The important deciding factor for a tyre factory in updating its safety systems on rubber caldender machine was the limited amount of downtime needed to convert the old safety system.
News from Jokab Safety UK (21 April 2006)
Restoring cutting tools to pristine condition
Unlike many sharpening businesses, a cutting tool regrinding company carefully analyzes the problem first to determine whether the tool is simply dull, or is also bent or heat-damaged.
News from P and M Regrinds (21 April 2006)
SS screw jacks resist corrosion
A complete stainless steel screw jack is available for linear motion applications where there is a high demand for corrosion resistance, hygienic installations, and/or easy to clean designs. Brochure Available
News from Power Jacks (21 April 2006)
Slim, rugged, high brightness monitor has HMI
A high brightness 17in industrial TFT LCD monitor with HMI is an ultra slim panel type that supports multi-signal inputs including VGA, S-video, video and DVI, and withstands rugged environments.
News from Axiomtek (21 April 2006)
Sliding head autos feature mill/turn machining
Visitors to the NC Engineering stand at MACH 2006 for CNC sliding head mill/turn technology can also take part in a free draw for two VIP tickets to the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (21 April 2006)
LED light strips make lighting configuration easy
Inter-connectable 5mm LED light strips that may be used alone or connected to one another, making it easy to configure lighting for work bench and desk illumination.
News from LEDtronics (21 April 2006)
Forum to look at manufacturing performance
Series of workshops, presentations and panel discussions will educate attendees on new developments and they will hear what some leading manufacturers are doing to address key challenges.
News from ARC Advisory Group (21 April 2006)
Infrared temperature sensors have analog output
Infrared temperature gauging sensors sense whether an object is warmer or colder than its surrounding - even when the difference is only 3 deg C and even if the object is stationary.
News from Banner Engineering (21 April 2006)
Quality gauging 'tips' published as book
A selection of US 'Modern Machine Shop' magazine's popular 'Quality Gaging Tips' columns - offering practical advice on a range of metrology topics - has been released in book form.
News from Mahr Federal (21 April 2006)
Dual function machine speeds IC engine assembly
User Application Article A special purpose machine, designed for the automatic insertion of valve seats and guides has was designed and built within three months and has reduced cylinder head assembly times.
News from Weber Automatic Assembly Systems (21 April 2006)
Datalogic sales revenues rose by 159%
Consolidated sales revenues of Datalogic Group reached EUR 95 million in the first quarter of 2006, up by 159% from EUR 36.6 million for the same period in the previous year. Brochure Available
News from Datalogic Scanning (21 April 2006)
Robotics supplier plans USA technical facility
KUKA Robotics Corporation, USA, has signed a lease at the Scott Technology Transfer and Incubator Center in Omaha, Nebraska, with plans to open a new technical facility. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (21 April 2006)
Wireless users discuss automation standards
The Wireless Users Summit attracted about 40 key end users from a range of industries to help define the needs of the user community and guide the standards development activity.
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (21 April 2006)
Solid carbide drills, mills ground at lower cost
A new generation of diamond impregnated grinding wheels provide low cost, high productivity manufacture and resharpening of solid carbide drilling and milling tools.
News from Tyrolit (21 April 2006)
Retrofit package upgrades manual, automatic
CMMs Offering compatibility with leading CMM software packages such as Aberlink 3D, Axel, PowerInspect, Virtual DMIS, Camio and Capps, Deva CMM products are available in retrofit package.
News from Deva Electronic Controls (21 April 2006)
Carbide routers machine plastics, composites
Single-flute end mill geometry avoids chip melting and chip re-welding problems when machining plastics and composites and cutter diameter and flute lengths are made to users' designs.
News from P and M Regrinds (21 April 2006)
MIG welder wins prestigious German design award
Kemppi Oy's MinarcMig Adaptive 180 MIG-welding unit has won Germany's prestigious Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen red dot design award in the Industry and Crafts category.
News from Kemppi (UK) (21 April 2006)
Biscit launches freeMAX phone package
New voice and data package eliminates BT landline rental charges and, includes 720 minutes anytime calls to national landlines each month
News from BISCit Internet (21 April 2006)
Notes Enterprises Need To Embrace Real-Time World
Technical Background Article Real Time communication through Instant Messaging (IM) has been in use for a considerable amount of time.
News from CommonTime (21 April 2006)
Independent guide to desktop search tools
A new website, the Desktop Search Guide, is being launched that aims to be the complete - and independent - guide to desktop search tools
News from Desktop Search Guide (21 April 2006)
Reliable Point of Sale Technology
Toshiba and Triple Software - The Nutri Centre's Natural Choice for Reliable Point of Sale Technology
News from Toshiba TEC (21 April 2006)
Smart card solution of the future
User Application Article Welcome to Aberdeen City Councils smart card solution of the future supplied by MH Systems in partnership with Toshiba
News from Toshiba TEC (21 April 2006)
IT and Logistics including Softworld Supply Chain
Announcing the launch of IT and Logistics incorporating Softworld Supply Chain. 28 - 29 March 2007, The Pavilion, NEC, Birmingham,
News from VNU Exhibitions Europe (21 April 2006)
ARTVPS launches latest software release
ARTVPS, an industry leader in advanced rendering technology and 3D visualisation expertise has launched the latest version of its RenderPipe software.
News from ARTVPS (21 April 2006)
IDTechEx wins UK's most Prestigious Business Award
Cambridge-based consultancy firm IDTechEx wins the UK's most prestigious award for business performance - The Queen's Award for Outstanding UK Business.
News from IDTechEx (21 April 2006)
Proven Software selects the LDRA tool suite
Proven Software Solutions, a specialist supplier of automated analysis and testing tools for safety critical software applications, has announced their partnership to help re-use of embedded software.
News from Proven Software Solutions (21 April 2006)
Cyco AutoManager Meridian 2006
New Cyco AutoManager Meridian Release Boasts Full-Text Search, Enterprise Application and Data Integration and Enhanced CAD Support.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (21 April 2006)
Cyco Announces Full Support for AutoCAD 2007
Cyco Software has announced full support for AutoCAD 2007 next-generation design software from Autodesk
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (21 April 2006)
Global Language Versions of Online PlantWeb
Free user-friendly courses make it easy to learn and apply the latest process automation technologies and strategies.
News from Emerson Process Management (21 April 2006)
CAMback for Windows XP professional x64 Edition
PDM/DMS software successfully completes testing on 64-bit version of Windows XP
News from EVO Informationssysteme (21 April 2006)
High-Performance PXI Chassis and Controllers
PXI Express Features Deliver Industry's Leading Synchronisation and Backward Compatibility. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (21 April 2006)
Powder rheometer uses dynamic measurements
Freeman Technology's FT4 powder rheometer will be shown on the Particle Technology Labs booth (1156) at this year's International Powder and Bulk Solids Conference/Exhibition.
News from Freeman Technology (21 April 2006)
Particle size analyser for nebuliser performance
User Application Article Researchers at Trudell Medical International are using the new Malvern Spraytec particle size analyser in the study of nebuliser performance.
News from Malvern Instruments (21 April 2006)
Multilayer devices available in production volumes
Leading passive component manufacturer, Murata hasa nnounced its LQM18F series of multilayer devices is now readily available in production volumes.
News from Murata Electronics (UK) (21 April 2006)
Testing appointment as managing director
Dover Electronics has announced the appointment of Howard Ingleson as Managing Director of Syfer Technology in Norwich.
News from Syfer Technology (21 April 2006)
Lean manufacturing programme reduces lead times
UK-based passive component manufacturer, Syfer Technology, has introduced a lean manufacturing programme aimed at reducing lead times of planar arrays by a third.
News from Syfer Technology (21 April 2006)
Transdev's now available in antistatic versions
A new antistatic belt version that complies with ISO 9563 is now available on Breco T5, T10, AT5 and AT10 polyurethane timing belts.
News from Transmission Developments (21 April 2006)
AEI Tech 2006 Award given to powertrain simulation
The editors of 'Automotive Engineering International' have nominated ITI Dresden with an AEI Tech 2006 Award for its presentation during the forum congress on powertrain simulation.
News from ITI Dresden (20 April 2006)
Quintiq positioned in 'Magic Quadrant Report'
Analyst Firm positions Quintiq for supply chain planning in process manufacturing industries Magic Quadrant Report for completeness of vision and ability to execute their services.
News from Quintiq (20 April 2006)
Toolmaking Web site includes global sourcing
Global tool sourcing, automation engineering services and plastics process management consultancy are included along with toolmaking products and services on an updated toolmaker's Web site.
News from Mason Pinder Toolmakers (20 April 2006)
Electrical workers protection standard released
The twelfth edition of 'ASTM Standards on Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers' has been published to help choose the right tools, equipment, materials, and test methods.
News from ASTM International (20 April 2006)
5-axis VMCs used in blade machining cells
User Application Article A company supplying fully interpolating 5-axis machining systems and associated software for steel, nickel alloy and titanium blades has acquired gantry-type, 5-axis VMCs to use in blade cells.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (20 April 2006)
Psion Teklogix appoints Ryzex as partner
Ryzex is one of the first partners appointed to the recently launched Psion Teklogix 'Partner Programme', which is designed to help the company and its partners achieve business success.
News from Psion Teklogix (20 April 2006)
Companies collaborate over RFID terminals
Psion Teklogix and Tagsys are collaborating to offeran integrated product range of mobile hand-held RFID readers combined with scanning, imaging and wireless communication options.
News from Psion Teklogix (20 April 2006)
Single pass filter kit shows lower pressure drops
A single pass filter kit shows lower pressure drops and higher efficiencies and dirt holding capacities, resulting in cleaner oil, longer element life, and less downtime.
News from Schroeder Industries (20 April 2006)
Arbitrary function generators customise waveforms
Arbitrary function generators generate standard or user-defined waveforms with crystal controlled sampling rates up to 125MHz, 14-bit vertical resolution and up to 4 million horizontal points.
News from Metrix Electronics (20 April 2006)
Linear motion R and D to improve reliability
R and D programme into linear motion technology that can be used both in the most extreme manufacturing and process applications in order to dramatically improve reliability.
News from THK UK (20 April 2006)
Preactor announces record start to 2006
Preactor announces record start to 2006 and reports ever increasing numbers of manufacturers seeing APS benefits attractive to large and small alike, and also those investing in Lean.
News from Preactor International (20 April 2006)
Radio communications units promote safety
User Application Article With over 100 radio communications units issued to workers welding and fabricating a 10,500 tonnes offshore rig utility deck, contractor reports its workforce communicates efficiently and effectively.
News from Icom (UK) (20 April 2006)
HP cooling system ups sliding head auto security
User Application Article High pressure cooling system on a CNC sliding head automatic lathe provides high levels of security of process to cover the wide range of materials such as nickel alloys, brass and titanium. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (20 April 2006)
Rugged sensor made for extreme environments
Inductive sensor in one-piece SS housing has superior chemical and cutting fluid resistance (IP67), detects ferrous and nonferrous metals and reduces replacement costs and downtime.
News from Balluff UK (20 April 2006)
CNC combines NC, PLC and HMI in one unit
CNC system is an operator panel-based control system that combines the numerical control, the programmable logic controller and the human machine interface in a single unit.
News from Siemens Machine Tool Business Unit (20 April 2006)
Spray booths' control ensure better quality
High-performance down-draught spray-booths have a control system, which provides computerised curing programs matched with specific coatings, ensuring more consistent quality.
News from Global Finishing Solutions (20 April 2006)
Mobile control centre manages IT devices
A mobile control centre is a powerful device management software product that enables IT administrators to centrally manage all mobile devices in the warehouse or in the field.
News from Psion Teklogix (20 April 2006)
Beacon Link is Psion Teklogix Approved Partner
Psion Teklogix has announced that Midlands, UK-based Beacon Link - an established software developer - has been awarded the status of Psion Teklogix Approved Partner.
News from Psion Teklogix (20 April 2006)
Ceramics kilns feature automatic handling
PLC based systems, quality refractories and fully automatic handling feature gas, oil and LPG tunnel and shuttle kilns, as well as gas and electric roller types and gas and electric test kilns.
News from Dragon Kilns (20 April 2006)
Second automatic crimping machine installed
User Application Article A second automatic crimping machine installed at a contract electronics manufacturer will further boost its production capacity, so enabling it to handle the sharp increase in business.
News from Contax (20 April 2006)
Best use of cutting tools will save GBP 30m
Cutting tool manufacturer believes that the UK industry could collectively save GBP 30 million annually by applying the best combination of cutting tools, inserts and machining processes.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (20 April 2006)
Sandvik Coromant anayses customer perceptions
Recently appointed Sandvik Coromant managing director Dave Purchase is using his early days as the company's new leader to view its operations from that of a customer.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (20 April 2006)
Software speeds up complex press tool making
Specifically designed for the die build stamping industry, SMIRTware viewing software provide a highly productive approach to building large metal stamping dies.
News from Vero International Software (20 April 2006)
Opportunity to meet 5-axis machining experts
Delcam is to host two days of free workshops entitled 'Five-axis Machining -Meet the Experts' - they cover various 5-axis topics and support them with live machining demonstrations. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (20 April 2006)
Dealer meeting previews new machining software
At a recent international dealer meeting, Vero International Software announced the latest releases to its VISI-Series and machining STRATEGIST software products and other additions.
News from Vero International Software (20 April 2006)
UK food manufacturers do not understand RFID
A study conducted among over 100 leading UK food manufacturers suggests that only 17% of companies have already introduced RFID or plan to introduce it over the next 12 months.
News from easyFairs UK (20 April 2006)
More innovation wanted in food packaging
A study among over 100 leading UK food and drink manufacturers suggests they are looking for greater innovation from its packaging suppliers, to support its expansion plans.
News from easyFairs UK (20 April 2006)
BT wins contract from the Media-Saturn Group
User Application Article BT has announced that it was won a contract to build and manage a Europe-wide network solution for the Media-Saturn group.
News from BT Global Services (20 April 2006)
Dosch Movie-Clips: HD Backgrounds
Dosch Movie-Clips: HD Backgrounds contains 90 spectacular background animations in the HD (high-definition) format.
News from Dosch Design (20 April 2006)
Digital Marketing Review-Is your strategy working?
Knexus Community is holding an executive roundtable forum to evaluate the key digital marketing challenges and opportunities for 2006 (Central London, 7 June 2006).
News from Knexus Community (20 April 2006)
Liaison Technologies, GXS Form Global Partnership
Partnership grows Liaison Technologies' on-demand, global B2B e-commerce services portfolio
News from Liaison Technologies, LLC (20 April 2006)
Agility makes it plain sailing for arklow shipping
User Application Article Agile Maintenance Management Helps Arklow Shipping To Achieve Compliance.
News from SoftSols Group (20 April 2006)
Charles Schwab purchases SumTotal's LMS
User Application Article Charles Schwab purchases SumTotal's Enterprise Learning Management Solution
News from SumTotal Systems (20 April 2006)
How to compres, move my digital images on my PC
VSO Software announces the release of Image Resizer, a handy freeware that resizes and converts images between different formats.
News from VSO Software SARL (20 April 2006)
CenterStage NX5000
Oki Electric Launches CenterStage NX5000, a Carrier-level Communication Server for Next Generation Networks
News from Oki Electric Industry (20 April 2006)
Valve Testing Technology for Gormonston Phase II
User Application Article A Valve Test Module will be used for the second phase of the Gormanston project which transports gas to Ireland.
News from ICS Triplex Isagraf (20 April 2006)
Triplex wins order for OGD III Emergency Shutdown
User Application Article ICS Triplex has won an order to provide the emergency shutdown system for the Onshore Gas Development Phase III (OGD III), GASCO project
News from ICS Triplex Isagraf (20 April 2006)
ICS Triplex wins order for Kuwait Oil Company
User Application Article ICS Triplex wins order for Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Emergency Shutdown and Sequencing and Shutdown Logic System
News from ICS Triplex Isagraf (20 April 2006)
New pocket size digital protractor
Inertial Aerosystems announce the availability of an affordable, battery powered, pocket sized Digital Protractor. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (20 April 2006)
Photometric Infrared spectrometry evaluation units
Aspectrics, a leading supplier of Encoded Photometric Infrared Spectroscopy (EP-IR) analysers, has announced that it plans to establish operations in Europe in the third quarter 2006. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (20 April 2006)
DNA concentrator installed at university
User Application Article Genevac, leader in solvent removal technology, has recently installed a miVac DNA concentrator at the Centre for Developmental and Biomedical Genetics at the University of Sheffield, UK. Brochure Available
News from Genevac (20 April 2006)
Compliant joystick controllers, position sensors
Penny + Giles, has developed a new service to help customers comply with the Restriction of use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive that comes into effect on July 1st 2006. Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (20 April 2006)
Tools improve process development
The theme of the Radleys exhibition stand at Achema 2006 will be innovative tools for chemists to enhance the productivity and improve the efficiency of their chemistry or process development.
News from Radleys (20 April 2006)
Halogen light sources are stable, last longer
CE compliant halogen light sources employ a proprietary operating cycle to provide a stable output at a higher colour temperature and over a longer life span than incandescent bulbs.
News from Moritex Europe (20 April 2006)
See Gore-Tex products at SHE 2006
W L Gore Associates (UK) will be exhibiting its developments and product innovations at the 2006 Safety and Health Expo at the NEC, UK.
News from Gore and Associates (20 April 2006)
Unprecedented demand for aerial work platforms
Technical Background Article The change in work at a height regulations in April 2005 has forced companies to review their work at a height practices, leading to unprecedented demand for aerial work platforms.
News from Kardon Kontracts (20 April 2006)
Process water recycle system is automatic
To meet environmental legislation, an automated process water recycle system treats moderate to heavy loads of wash water containing solids, oils and quick release cleaning compounds.
News from Hydro Tek Systems (19 April 2006)
Polymer material-filled grades are FDA-compliant
Victrex PEEK polymer material-filled grades are FDA-compliant and can be used to make articles or components that will come into repeated contact with food during processing.
News from Victrex (19 April 2006)
Ultrasonic sensors enable high accuracy
Compact, self contained and easy-to-mount ultrasonic sensors provide a reliable method of detecting level, presence/absence, volume, proximity and distance measurements.
News from Automation Products Group (19 April 2006)
Waterjet profiler brings skate parts back in-house
User Application Article A waterjet cutting and profiling system will help a roller skate manufacturer increase production by allowing it to make skate components in-house and so increase productivity.
News from Jet Edge (19 April 2006)
Efficient laser marker works off 13A socket
A state-of-the-art laser source with end pumped technology is used in an efficient, air-cooled, bench top laser marking system, which will work from a standard single phase 13A supply. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (19 April 2006)
Pick and place unit handles 0201 components
An upgrade for hybrid pick and place systems make them capable of handling 0201 components utilising a new feeder which has much better and more accurate index steps.
News from Dima SMT Systems NL (19 April 2006)
Standard addresses batch production management
Standard provides a detailed definition for batch production records, establishing a reference model for developing applications for the storage and/or exchange of batch production records.
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) (19 April 2006)
Titanium anodised to build oxide layer and colours
For the anodising and colouring of titanium an anodiser uses varied voltage levels to produce an oxide layer as well as introducing a range of colours from lemon yellow to deep purple.
News from Balco Engineering Ltd (19 April 2006)
Universal power chuck takes bar or billet
A universal three-jaw power chuck with patented 'collet jaw' capability adequately bridges the gap between a universal chuck for billet/forging/casting and a bar machining collet chuck. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (19 April 2006)
Custom pump elements save tooling costs
A range of custom-designed pump elements for in-house designed pumps provide engineers with the important benefits of reduced tooling and set-up costs. Brochure Available
News from Lee Products (19 April 2006)
Gantry systems designed for wide range of work
Technical Background Article Gantry handling systems are designed for a wide variety of handling jobs - from transfering multi-tonne parts with fine accuracy to high temperature components under foundry conditions.
News from Gudel UK (19 April 2006)
Resource planning module ups management efficiency
Resource planning module is a new approach to help managers plan their use of resources in the most efficient manner such as reviewing outstanding tasks and forming a plan to complete. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (19 April 2006)
Multiple-item dispensing system ensures supply
A most advanced multiple-item dispensing system is linked to the Internet and monitors product stock levels using weight sensor technology and ensures that direct and indirect supplies are available.
News from Inventor-e (19 April 2006)
Mahr Group acquires German Helios business
Managing directors of both companies have signed an agreement for the acquisition of Helios Messtechnik by the Mahr Group - forming Mahr Helios, which includes SIP and Helios products.
News from Mahr Federal (19 April 2006)
GBP 400, 000 investment made in mill/turn centres
Precision sub-contract engineering company has invested GBP 400,000 in two new bar mill/turn machine tools to speed up production and reduce the need for second-operation milling.
News from Shearline Engineering (19 April 2006)
KVM developer trebles UK manufacturing base
Europe's leading developer of KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) switching and extension technology for computer systems has trebled its manufacturing space in Cambridge, UK.
News from Adder Technology (19 April 2006)
Cleaning system removes machine contaminants
Cleaning system is designed to remove contaminants between and after manufacturing processes, and is ideal for small volume production environments as well as larger companies.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (19 April 2006)
DOSCH 3D: Bathroom and Spa
DOSCH 3D: Bathroom and Spa contains 120 very detailed and fully textured 3D-models of bathroom or spa-related products.
News from Dosch Design (19 April 2006)
DOSCH 3D: Medical Equipment
DOSCH 3D: Medical Equipment contains 90 very detailed and fully textured 3D-models of equipment and objects relevant in doctor offices, hospitals and in various care and rehab facilities.
News from Dosch Design (19 April 2006)
Product Development 2006 - show preview
Product Development 2006, the UK's largest design technology and engineering solutions exhibition, will be held at Birmingham's NEC Pavilion on 17 to 18 May.
News from EDA Exhibitions (19 April 2006)
Telematics offers an enterprise-class solution
Igroup Anounces the Availability of Telematics, Enabling Rapid Creation and Deployment of Telematics Applications
News from igroup (19 April 2006)
Ruggedised PDA case withstands harsh conditions
Ruggedised PDA cases can help protect a PDA in a harsh environment as they are designed to withstand shock, rain and dust.
News from igroup (19 April 2006)
NewPage Master Data Management Strategy
Liaison Technologies strengthens e-commerce for the largest North American maker of coated paper and enhances SAP investment
News from Liaison Technologies, LLC (19 April 2006)
Municipalities Software Subscription
Bentley Offers Municipalities Software Subscription for Mapping and Engineering Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (19 April 2006)
IronCAD Signs ESI-Group as a Solution Partner
Simulation-Base Design Shortens the Design Cycle by empowering Engineers to perform Computational Fluid Dynamics up front
News from IronCAD (19 April 2006)
Exstream Software's Dialogue Selected by Wachovia
User Application Article Leading Provider of Financial Services Will Leverage Dialogue's Broad Capabilities to Reduce Document Development Time and Speed Time to Market
News from Exstream Software (19 April 2006)
Equipment for Stage II (CDG57 Rev 4.0) testing
Aeroflex has announced it has completed the delivery of its CDG Stage II C.S0044 interoperability and CDG Stage I C.S0043 signalling conformance test cases.
News from Aeroflex (19 April 2006)
Test support for device development
Aeroflex has announced it has added EvDO Revision A support to its 6402 CDMA AIME network emulation platform.
News from Aeroflex (19 April 2006)
Analysis of simulation results automated
Aldec, a pioneer in mixed-language simulation and advanced design tools for ASIC and FPGA devices, has released Server Farm Manager (SFM).
News from Aldec (19 April 2006)
LIMS growth for system orders
Autoscribe has announced a growth of 58.5% in new software system orders on a worldwide basis compared to 2004/5. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (19 April 2006)
Method for detecting counterfeit drugs
CSMA, the industry expert in materials analysis, has developed a method for detecting counterfeit drugs which could revolutionise detection practice in the pharmaceutical industry.
News from CSMA (Centre for Surface and Materials Analysis) (19 April 2006)
Valuable packaging tips at DistriPakUSA
Bill Armstrong of Sealed Air Corp will deliver an address Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (19 April 2006)
How to choose the right conveyor
Technical Background Article Caljan Rite-Hite gives advice on choosing the right conveyor.
News from Caljan Rite-Hite (19 April 2006)
Free advice given on battery care
Industrial users of traction batteries can benefit from a series of safety posters for use in charging rooms or areas and give guidance on management and maintenance of lead-acid batteries.
News from Exide Technologies (19 April 2006)
EMX UV sensor has long range, high resolution
Believed by EMX Industries to be the first remote UV luminescence sensor that combines small size with long range, it offers high resolution, and ease of use in demanding applications. Brochure Available
News from EMX Industries (19 April 2006)
Single board computer offers x86-based processing
EPIC single board computer is equipped with Intel 855GME with ICH4 companion chip, giving excellent embedded solution requiring extremely high-performance x86-based processing.
News from Acrosser Technology (18 April 2006)
High temperature furnace optics need no cooling
Innovative high temperature optical system has been 'field proven' for monitoring processes in a furnace to a temperature of 950 deg C tand the optical system requires no cooling. Brochure Available
News from Resolve Optics (18 April 2006)
European distribution agreement signed for fans
Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente and Delta Electronics, manufacturers of electronic components for thermomanagement, have signed a European distribution agreement for fans.
News from Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente (18 April 2006)
Costs saving drives factory invested GBP 1m
Experts in automation integration technology, Halcyon Drives, recently held a formal 'Open Day' at its new purpose-built factory at Stanningley, Leeds, UK to show off its modern facilities.
News from Halcyon Drives (18 April 2006)
Integrated engineering CAD ups efficiency
User Application Article USA OEM specialising in cold rolling mill equipment and control systems for the ferrous and nonferrous metals industries has invested in a 40-user CAD/shop floor data collection system.
News from Encompix (18 April 2006)
Manufacturers define strategic advantages in ERP
Enterprise Resource Planning software for the complex manufacturing sector, non-repetitive manufacturing, has not been effective in accomplishing strategic advantages until recently.
News from Visibility (18 April 2006)
Kit solves project software selection dilemmas
The Software Selection Tool Kit is free to all manufacturing companies and is designed to provide guidance and software selection assistance in an economical and time efficient manner.
News from Technology Group International (18 April 2006)
Digital Kanban model offers global visibility
Digital kanban aligns inventory levels with actual usage; a signal is sent to produce and deliver a new shipment when material is used and bring real visibility to suppliers and buyers.
News from Datacraft Solutions (18 April 2006)
Shoplogix appoints product development VP
Shoplogix has created the position of vice-president of Product Development and Customer Support for Karen McKibbin to make a single point of responsibility for product development.
News from TR Cutler (18 April 2006)
Shortwave infrared camera works in low light
A revolutionary, ultra-compact, shortwave infrared camera is designed for low-light conditions and delivers clear, real-time video images, ideal for machine vision and for use with lasers.
News from Sensors Unlimited (18 April 2006)
Temp chambers test pharmaceuticals, electronics
Low cost temperature chambers for the testing of pharmaceuticals, electronics, automotive assemblies/components have easy to see and use controls and use the latest electronics.
News from Unitemp (18 April 2006)
Contract test services provider names COO
A leading contract test services provider for analog and mixed-signal semiconductors has appointed Peter G Hancock as world wide chief operating officer for Best and US Export Authority.
News from Best Electronics and Components (18 April 2006)
Vibration spectrum analyzer has faster operation
PDA-based vibration spectrum analyzer brings improved performance for predictive maintenance and 'troubleshooting' with enhanced display of high frequencies and faster operation.
News from Datastick Systems (18 April 2006)
TPR Resistors buys UK power resistors company
TPR Resistors has bought Cressall Resistors in a move that was finalised in early April and the resultant company will be the largest player in the UK industrial and power resistors markets.
News from Cressall Resistors (18 April 2006)
QC checklist helps evaluate dispensing quality
'Dispensing Components QC Checklist' features 15 simple checks to help users of air-powered and mechanical fluid dispensers achieve better process control, reduce waste and up productivity.
News from EFD (18 April 2006)
Fixed position laser scanners cooperation extended
Vanderlande Industries has recently signed a contract with Datalogic for the supply of a large number of fixed position laser scanners used in industrial and commercial handling systems. Brochure Available
News from Datalogic Scanning (18 April 2006)
HNC courses attract record student increase
UK HNC in Engineering courses can be started anywhere, at any time, are at the student's own pace and in their own time, thus fitting in with commitments at home and at work. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (18 April 2006)
Recovery Solution for Microsoft Exchange Server
SonaSafe Exchange Solution provides dynamic backup and granular level recovery capability
News from SonaSoft Corporation (18 April 2006)
Internet World goes sports crazy with UKFast
UKFast is taking its responsibility as platinum sponsor of the Internet World Show very seriously.
News from UKFast (18 April 2006)
Trois-Rivieres Selects Water Resource Software
User Application Article WaterGEMS' and SewerGEMS' Interoperability Eliminates Software Incompatibility Problems While Maintaining Data Integrity. Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (18 April 2006)
New features in NEi Nastran V9
Noran Engineering Aims At Most Innovative and Sophisticated FEA User Segment with Latest Nastran Release
News from Noran Engineering (18 April 2006)
Redeploy staff using data capture technology
Technical Background Article Over a Third of Staff Can be Redeployed by Using Data Capture Technology
News from Version One (18 April 2006)
Chromatographic separations and sample analyses
ESA Biosciences has announced a new version of its award-winning Corona Charged Aerosol Detector.
News from ESA Analytical (18 April 2006)
Tungsten-carbide gives high abrasion resistance
Manufacturer of hardfacing products, has developed a special tungsten-carbide powder, which, when deposited on the tool's surface, provides exceptional abrasive resistance for various uses.
News from Technogenia (18 April 2006)
All-digital servo drives have high power
Two higher-powered additions to Compax3 family of industrial high-performance, all-digital servo drives have features including auto-tuning and internal function generator on all units. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (17 April 2006)
One software completes mould making projects
User Application Article A mould-maker, producing injection moulding tools and stamping dies, saught a total software package that would allow it to finish a project completely without purchasing several systems.
News from Missler Software (17 April 2006)
Versatile machine wraps 100 flat products/min
Versatile machine is designed for separating, counting and tightly wrapping small-sized flat products and ensures pristine presentation, offers high flexibility and works at up to 100 packs/min.
News from Advanced Dynamics (17 April 2006)
Choosing the right conveyor boosts productivity
A telescopic belt conveyor is able to offer rapid loading and unloading with an operator friendly working position, resulting in an operation time reduction of more than 50%.
News from Caljan Rite-Hite (17 April 2006)
USA wings produced in advanced Japanese plant
User Application Article Highly advanced equipment to produce composye wings for civil airliners include an autoclave that bakes and cures layered composite material and water jet cutting machines.
News from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (17 April 2006)
Innovative InGaAs camera has very high speed
An innovative, indium gallium arsenide camera has very high speed and regions of interest windowing capabilities with high sensitivity SWIR spectral response from 900nm to 1700nm.
News from Sensors Unlimited (17 April 2006)
Plastics/metal parts provider moves house
Provider of instant online quotes and custom manufacturing services for plastics and metal parts, has completed its expansion to the company's new facility in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
News from Quickparts (17 April 2006)
Anti dumping duties on SS fasteners cost GBP 8m
Over five years, EU anti dumping duties could represent an additional taxation burden on British industries as diverse as engineering, electronics and construction of GBP 8 million.
News from British Association of Fastener Distributors (17 April 2006)
Software predicts continuous casting structure
Software predicts the structure formation of continuous casting and allows modelling of thermal processes and calculation of solidification kinetics parameters at different points in time.
News from Donix (17 April 2006)
Owens Corning buys Japanese composites business
Owens Corning has reached an agreement with Asahi Glass Co to acquire its composites business, including a glass manufacturing facility located near Tokyo - terms were not disclosed.
News from Owens Corning (17 April 2006)
Owens Corning names vice president
Owens Corning has named Ron Ranallo, 46, vice president and corporate controller - he replaces Roy Dean who was recently elected president, Insulating Systems Business.
News from Owens Corning (17 April 2006)
Traysealer changed with minimum downtime
User Application Article User friendliness and excellent reliability are two key benefits quoted by a user of a traysealer, whose connections system, enables tool changes to be carried out with minimum downtime.
News from Proseal UK (17 April 2006)
Lifting equipment for the window installation
User Application Article East Anglia engineering company, Ladbrook, has won a contract to help develop and manufacture an important new piece of lifting equipment for the window installation industry.
News from Ladbrook Engineering (17 April 2006)
Collaboration for contract electronics manufacture
St Ives-based contract electronics manufacturer Prism Electronics and Newmarket-based Micro Circuit Engineering have combined their expertise to develop a new electronics manufacturing technique.
News from Prism Electronics (17 April 2006)
Promotion on laboratory consumables
Focusing on plastic consumables, the latest Eppendorf Advantage promotion features two global offers and five local distributor offers, running from 1 April to 30 June 2006. Brochure Available
News from Eppendorf UK (17 April 2006)
Test and monitoring equipment for water quality
Hach Lange, one of the world's leading manufacturers of test and monitoring equipment for water quality, has established a new office in Dublin that will serve customers in the Republic of Ireland.
News from Hach Lange (17 April 2006)
Microscopic inspection, measurement and analysis
ISS is UK distributors for i-Solution measurement and analysis software which provides a cost effective solution for quality control of many products involving microscopic inspection.
News from ISS (17 April 2006)
lLinking legacy serial devices to TCPIP network
As the automation industry moves toward Ethernet-based control, linking legacy serial devices to the TCPIP network can be problematic.
News from Korenix Technology (17 April 2006)
Three terminal ceramic resonators
Murata, has announced the introduction of a new family of competitively priced, three terminal ceramic resonators targeted at CANbus applications
News from Murata Electronics (UK) (17 April 2006)
Catalyst characterization unit has stable detector
Both of Quantachrome Instruments' catalyst characterization units, the Autosorb-1C-TCD and the ChemBET-3000, feature stable, oxidation-resistant detectors.
News from Quantachrome Instruments (17 April 2006)
Quality systems validated
Smarttech Consulting Services, a leading provider of technology and consultancy for enabling regulatory compliance, has entered into an agreement with Mastercontrol.
News from Smarttech Consulting Services (17 April 2006)
Knowledge transfer for Morgan cars
User Application Article Malvern-based Morgan Motor Company has signed up to a third technology-transfer graduate scheme with UCE Birmingham's Technology Innovation Centre.
News from Technology Innovation Centre (17 April 2006)
More firms concerned over ICT skills shortage
Government agency, e-Skills, has reported a further increase in the number of firms concerned over ICT skills shortages.
News from Technology Innovation Centre (17 April 2006)
Size-based separation of protein aggregates
Wyatt Technology's innovative Eclipse Field Flow Fractionation (FFF) system achieves successful size-based separation of protein aggregates associated with neurodegenerative diseases.
News from Wyatt Technology Europe (17 April 2006)
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