News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 23 April
to Saturday 29 April 2006
Chinese subcontract sourcing expanded
Meachers Group Holdings is expanding services by establishing a new partnership with China Outsourcing, a company dedicated to sourcing sub-contract manufacturing in China.
News from Meachers Group Holdings (28 April 2006)
Portable industrial gas cylinder weighs just 10kg
A portable ready-to-use version of industrial-sized gas cylinder is conomical to use, lightweight (10kg), ergonomic, easy to handle and safe and will give workers more flexibility.
News from Air Liquide (Canada) (28 April 2006)
Educational scholarships to produce future leaders
A GBP 115,000 educational scholarship fund has been launched by The Manufacturing Institute to create the elite industry leaders needed to drive the UK's future manufacturing economy.
News from Manufacturing Institute (28 April 2006)
Polymer plant established in China
Polymer Group has opened its new Asian region head office in Suzhou, China, and includes spunmelt manufacturing and finishing lines that will begin operations mid-year.
News from Polymer Group (28 April 2006)
Web site covers magnetic products and systems
Corporate Web site provides visitors with detailed information on Goudsmit's magnetic products, magnetic assemblies, magnetic systems and industrial components.
News from Goudsmit Magnetics Groep (28 April 2006)
Label printers certified for cleanroom usage
A line of label printers and offers first on-demand label printing system certified for cleanroom usage with quick and easy printing of barcodes, text, numbers, and graphic images.
News from LGInternational (28 April 2006)
Modbus-IDA elects Fred Cohn as president
The Modbus-IDA board of directors has elected Fred Cohn to succeed retiring president Kenneth Crater, as the organization finds itself growing in membership and expanding its services.
News from Modbus-IDA (28 April 2006)
How discrete manufacturers look at product costs
Discrete manufacturers have been forced to take a 'rear view' look at product costs, such as evaluating and allocating product costs well after production was underway.
News from aPriori (28 April 2006)
Digital kanban integrates stocks barcode scanners
A digital kanban automation system enables collaborative communication throughout the supply chain and integrates inventory barcode scanners with an easy-to-use desktop interface.
News from Datacraft Solutions (28 April 2006)
Precision machinist is accredited to AS/EN 9100
Precision engineers Burcas has become accredited to AS/EN 9100, the global aerospace quality standard that far exceeds the high standards set by ISO 9001:2000.
News from Burcas (28 April 2006)
Linear encoder replaces glass scale on CNC lathe
User Application Article Previously experiencing approximately one glass scale failure every two months, an automotive manufacturing plant has replaced them on a CNC lathe with an incremental linear encoder. Brochure Available
News from Newall Measurement Systems (28 April 2006)
The world in 2006 is ever more 'e-ready'
The world in 2006 is ever more 'e-ready' - there are over 1bn Internet users and 2bn mobile-phone users worldwide, and most countries continue to make steady progress.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit (28 April 2006)
Vacuum castings made for automotive lenses
User Application Article In producing polyurethane vacuum castings for the prototype market, ARRK has established itself as a 'Centre of Excellence' in automotive lens work for the UK and Europe.
News from Arrk PDG (28 April 2006)
Production management system replaces MRP
User Application Article At a fluid handling system manufacturer, management software has replaced a GBP 300,000 MRP/accounting system and immediately saw an improvement of visibility of company information.
News from Rent-I.T. Systems (28 April 2006)
Industrial automation added to WAN router
A wireless WAN cellular router family has been extended with an industrial automation focused product so that it easily connects with remote industrial automation devices.
News from Digi International (28 April 2006)
Screening/crusher maker expands USA presence
With the corporate goal of Screen Machine Industries to become the largest American made screening and crushing manufacturer in the USA the company has opened new corporate headquarters.
News from Screen Machine Industries (28 April 2006)
Surface treatment production to start in China
Innovative surface treatment technology company, Keronite International, with strategic business partner, ShanHsin Chemical Co is preparing to start volume production in China.
News from Keronite (28 April 2006)
Omron produces automotive electronics in China
Omron Corporation is now producing automotive components such as power window switches and keyless entry systems, at its Chinese electronic components manufacturing company. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (28 April 2006)
Reduce set-up time on multi-spindle automatics
At MACH 2006, a producer of standard machine components and mechanical machine indicators offers a way to reduce set-up time and improve productivity on multi-spindle automatics. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (28 April 2006)
High speed portion control scales amortise quickly
Manufactured from stainless steel throughout, a portion control scale offers unrivalled weighing speed and accuracy and can withstand the most stringent wash down/GMP procedures.
News from Marco (28 April 2006)
Thread milling and turning tools boost sales
A 37% increase in sales of threading products has helped Vargus Tooling UK to record a 12% increase in sales during the first quarter of 2006, compared with the same period last year.
News from Vargus Tooling UK (28 April 2006)
Automatic vertical saw cuts GRP gratings
User Application Article An automatic vertical panel saw, equipped with an overhead hoist and special lifting clamp to eliminate manual handling, is delivering fast and accurate cutting at a GRP gratings specialist.
News from T M Machinery Sales (28 April 2006)
Lead-free solder connections tested reliably
Lead-free soldering will soon be mandatory in the EU (EU guideline 2002/95/EG) and to ensure lead-free solder connections are tested relaibly,standard and customised machines are available. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (28 April 2006)
CNC millers to be supplied with probing systems
Renishaw and Hardinge-Bridgeport are collaborating on the supply of machine tool touch probes and process technologies with CNC milling machines and machining centres to simplify programming. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (28 April 2006)
Digital controllers and indicators introduced
A family of user-friendly digital controllers and indicators can be used in virtually any industrial measurement and control application within the laboratory and manufacturing industries.
News from Macro Sensors (28 April 2006)
Cross motion linear guides reduce assembly time
An extended range of high accuracy SCR cross motion linear guides have been developed to help machine builders and OEMs reduce design and assembly time and costs.
News from THK UK (28 April 2006)
US universal joint maker names UK distributor
Universal joint manufacturer Belden has appointed UK distributor Powerdrive PSR as their distribution partner and the full range of Belden universal joints is now available in the UK.
News from Belden (28 April 2006)
Myth or reality: Is the fax dead?
GFI has released a report on how companies can streamline faxing technology to improve employee productivity.
News from GFI Software (28 April 2006)
Outstanding Growth of PolyWorks Sales
InnovMetric Software announces that over the two-year period from April 1, 2004, to March 31, 2006, annualised sales of PolyWorks licenses and training services have jumped by 111%.
News from InnovMetric Software Inc (28 April 2006)
$13-million software contract
User Application Article SumTotal Receives Order to Deliver Learning and Business Performance Software and Services to ExcellerateHRO
News from SumTotal Systems (28 April 2006)
How to compress, organize or move digital images
VSO Software announces the release of Image Resizer, freeware that resizes and converts images between different formats
News from VSO Software SARL (28 April 2006)
User Conference At Silverstone Race Circuit
Galorath conference fast tracks accurate cost estimates
News from Galorath International (28 April 2006)
Spatial Visualisation for CMM Simulation
User Application Article Applied Computing and Engineering and Spatial have announced that ACandE has selected Spatial's 3D ACIS Modeler to provide visual and highly accurate simulations
News from Applied Computing and Engineering (28 April 2006)
LGA775 Socket Mini-ITX Board
A Cost-effective Mainstream Mini-ITX solution with good GUI for Digital Security Surveillance (DSS) high bandwidth applications.
News from Axiomtek (28 April 2006)
EposMaster: Retail Collaboration made Easy
FuturMaster - a leading supplier of forecasting, planning and scheduling solutions, today have announced the release of their 'EposMaster' software.
News from FuturMaster (28 April 2006)
Precision voltage-output tiltmeter
The Model 802 DeepWater, from Inertial Aerosystems, is a precision voltage-output tiltmeter designed for underwater measurements and other applications under high pressure. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (28 April 2006)
High density machine vices, towers introduced
Ways to improve machining productivity include a full of array of workholding products that provide precise repeatable part clamping solutions for a broad range of manufacturing applications. Brochure Available
News from Kurt Manufacturing (27 April 2006)
Linear actuator electronics contract initiated
Copley Motion Systems has awarded an initial GBP 50,000 contract to Prism Electronics produce electro-mechanical assemblies for an innovative industrial linear actuator.
News from Prism Electronics (27 April 2006)
Digital kanban supplier interface tool introduced
A companion supplier interface tool, provided free of charge to Datacraft Solutions' client's suppliers now displays the configuration options that a customer has set up to control portal usage.
News from Datacraft Solutions (27 April 2006)
Data gathering software raises productivity 25%
User Application Article Medical equipment manufacturer reports that Web-based software, which provides real-time, intelligent mining of shop floor data, has increased machine productivity by up to 25%.
News from TR Cutler (27 April 2006)
Machine safety products catalogue issued
Multiple navigation options make product selection easier in a safety catalogue that delivers critical product and application information about thousands of machine safety products.
News from Banner Engineering (27 April 2006)
Compact cylinder has lock and air cushion
A compact cylinder series integrates a locking mechanism and novel style of air cushions while maintaining a short overall length for drop prevention, workpiece clamping, and emergency stopping.
News from SMC Corporation of America (27 April 2006)
CAM software gains Autodesk Inventor certification
ESPRIT 2006 CAM software has achieved certification with Autodesk Inventor Series 11, the company's latest computer aided design (CAD) software release. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (27 April 2006)
Watkins Hire acquires assets of LD Boilers
Watkins Hire has acquired certain assets of Laidlaw Drew, which has been a supplier of boiler services in Scotland and specialising in steam and heating boiler hire services.
News from Watkins Hire (27 April 2006)
Roadshows to advise on noise and vibration
The UK's HSE and the EEF will be running four more roadshows on Noise and Vibration that will give 'no nonsense' advice to employers about the recent changes in EU regulations.
News from HSE InfoLine (27 April 2006)
Dispensing robot improves assembly productivity
A cost-effective, easily implemented dispensing robot vastly improves productivity when making repetitive deposits of adhesives, epoxies, sealants, solder pastes and many other assembly fluids.
News from EFD (27 April 2006)
Collaborative 5-axis machining project launched
CETIM has decided to launch a project programme concerning '5-axis High Speed Machining' in September 2006 in association with French mould, forging and mechanical engineering federations.
News from Sescoi International (27 April 2006)
High-temperature thermoplastics resist corrosion
User Application Article When used in a variety of check valve and bearing applications, balls made with a high-temperature thermoplastics, offer outstanding corrosion and wear resistance and toughness.
News from Victrex (27 April 2006)
Steam boilers are supplied skid-mounted
User Application Article Three skid mounted steam boiler packages further increase steam raising capacity for bottling and packaging applications for a United Arab Emirates beverage and filling plant.
News from Fulton Boiler Works (27 April 2006)
Multi-purpose SL resin has PP mechanical toughness
A multi-purpose stereolithography resin combines the mechanical performance of polypropylene with an aesthetic similar to white injection moulded materials. Brochure Available
News from DSM Somos (27 April 2006)
Peening/vibratory finishing gets Nadcap approval
A UK surface preparation company's sub-contract shot peening and vibratory finishing facilities have passed an in-depth examination to receive the aerospace industry's Nadcap accreditation. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (27 April 2006)
Materials prices dictate tighter stock control
User Application Article With the current high and still rising cost of common raw materials such as brass, steels and stainless steels, manufacturers have to maintain accurate control of material usage.
News from PSL DataTrack (27 April 2006)
Plastics turned parts cost-estimated in minutes
User Application Article Sub-contractor machinist has installed a production system that produced customer quotations for over 50 components in under 1h, with a well presented quote letter delivered by fax.
News from PSL DataTrack (27 April 2006)
Hand-held laser device scans more surfaces
Hand-held laser scanner uses revolutionary digital technology to provide higher productivity, ability to scan a wider range of surfaces and a system that is easy to use and install.
News from Metris (27 April 2006)
Injection moulders deliver reduced cycle times
Latest hydraulic toggle injection machines - 170-450 tonf - maximize mold area while delivering high-precision and reduced cycle times for flexible, fast-changeover production.
News from Milacron (27 April 2006)
Document management and ECM pay well
Recent research has found that 40% of end users characterised their return on investment in document management and forms-scanning projects as better than other IT investments.
News from AIIM Europe (27 April 2006)
Laser manufacturer announces massive growth
Laser innovator's 233% year-on-year growth paves way for expansion for threefold capacity increase in 2006 and is ranked fifth fastest growing venture capital-backed UK company.
News from Powerlase (27 April 2006)
Conference to discuss automotive future
The Proton Vendors Association International Conference will be held alongside MTA Malaysia 2006 machine tool, precision engineering and metalworking technology exhibition.
News from Allworld Exhibitions (27 April 2006)
Southern Manufacturing show proved successful
Record attendances by visitors and exhibitors to this year's UK Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show are driving the development of even more attractions for the 2007 event.
News from European Trade and Exhibition Services (27 April 2006)
Electronics design skills showcased
Skills and expertise within electronic design and the impact this can have on the lifecycle of products and new product development will be shown by a subcontractor at Product Development 2006.
News from GSPK Design (27 April 2006)
Food manufacturer standardises roller chains
User Application Article After comparing various makes of roller chain on its processing lines, a Scottish potato processor is standardising on one supplier whose products offer longer life and lower maintenance costs. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (27 April 2006)
Tool clamping system reduces set-up times
Based on polygonal clamping technology, a clamping system eliminates the need for special cutting tools with larger tool shanks - significantly reducing set-up times and enhancing productivity. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (27 April 2006)
Fasteners packed and labelled under contract
A contract packing company specialising in the packing of fasteners by machine and by hand, together with light assembly work and can produce labels to customers' specification.
News from Black Country Packing (27 April 2006)
Plug-in data devices support hand-held scanners
Plug-in devices for the Steinbichler and Leica T-Scan hand-held laser scanners provide real-time processing of large objects for a flexible and accurate reverse-engineering system.
News from Geomagic (27 April 2006)
Nylon plugs supplied for pipe purging
Nylon plugs supplied for pipe purging Huntingdon Fusion Techniques can now produce nylon plugs from its 'Pipestoppers' range in colours to meet special requirements from customers. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (27 April 2006)
Bearing manufacturer gains Austria Quality Seal
Austrian bearing maker NKE Austria has received the Austria Quality Seal - awarded to enterprises by the Austrian association for the promotion of quality after successful quality inspections.
News from NKE Austria (27 April 2006)
Bearing maker records another successful year
Bearing manufacturer, NKE Austria, concluded the year 2005 with huge successes: a sales growth of 25.6%, a strengthened team, doubled production and entry into nine new markets.
News from NKE Austria (27 April 2006)
Low frequency noise harm to be discussed
Recognising and solving low frequency noise effects Low frequency noise causes extreme distress to a number of people who are sensitive to its effects. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (27 April 2006)
Metrology machine builder gains leadership award
Frost and Sullivan has named Metris as the recipient of the 2006 Growth Strategy Leadership of the year Award for outstanding contribution to the dimensional metrology industry.
News from Metris (27 April 2006)
Web site deals with fastening and assembly
Design and production engineers looking to rapidly find a solution for their fastening and assembly problems can access the Fastening and Assembly Solutions Web site. Brochure Available
News from Fastening Solutions (27 April 2006)
Heavy-duty overhead cranes speed steel loading
User Application Article To increase capacity up to 1.25 million tonnes of steel per year Innovate Round Oak Rail has invested in five heavy-duty overhead cranes at its West Midlands, UK, rail-to-road transfer yard.
News from Street Crane (27 April 2006)
Vision systems use 2D/3D to monitor products
Automated inspection systems for the processed food industry feature machine vision systems with 2D/3D imaging to monitor the high speed manufacture of food products.
News from Dipix Europe (27 April 2006)
Caged slide nuts avoid cabinet reworking
Caged slide nuts offer that little adjustment to make a panel fit 'just so' - they allow +/-2mm adjustment 360 deg around the hole centre so fittings can be moved to position correctly. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (27 April 2006)
Compressors maker names Wales general manager
Bringing over 22 years of industry experience, Mike Argent has been appointed general manager for the Boge Compressors' Wales Sales and Service Centre operation. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (27 April 2006)
Tooling company to move to new, larger facility
Tooling and engineering company will be moving its UK operation to a 50% larger purpose-built facility and plans to hold an Open House event at the new facility.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (27 April 2006)
Toolmaker reports a busy year for blow moulds
R and D reported 2005 was a busy year for blow mould manufacture with over 4,000 blow moulds being made by the Group and has become a major supplier of PET tooling.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (27 April 2006)
Hot runner system made for single stage ISBM
Retrofitable proprietary hot runner technology for single stage ISBM gives excellent temperature uniformity, a wider process window, quicker start up and easier maintenance.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (27 April 2006)
Tooling company establishes technology centre
Kennametal, a supplier of tooling, engineered components and advanced materials used in production processes - has upgraded its German location to 'The European Technology Center'.
News from Kennametal UK (27 April 2006)
Cost-effective access safety system is modular
Modular and expandable safety system range offers a variety of beam numbers, separations and ranges in combination with Type-4 safety in compliance with IEC 61496 and SIL 3.
News from Sick (UK) (27 April 2006)
Embedded controller IDE released
Micro-Robotics has released an integrated development environment designed for the company's VM-1 embedded controller and Venom-SC object-oriented language. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Robotics (27 April 2006)
UK company maintains Haden Drysys systems
Operational UK is pleased to announce facilities for the maintenance of Haden Drysys Environmental's systems following the firm's recent demise.
News from Operational UK (27 April 2006)
Hot air tool removes lead-free components
A hand-held, versatile, hot air convection tool, with analogue controls, is designed for removing and replacing thermally demanding lead-free components from 0201s to 304-pin QFPs. Brochure Available
News from OK International (27 April 2006)
Manufacturing group invests in advanced CNC
User Application Article Aware of the rapid advances in machining technology, Warwick Manufacturing Group has purchased a range of high specification, multi-axis CNC machine tools from DMG UK.
News from DMG (UK) (27 April 2006)
UK laser marking systems maker expands in USA
Electrox, a UK-based manufacturer of fully integrated laser marking systems, is expanding its USA operation and has appointed one new engineer and is interviewing several others. Brochure Available
News from Electrox (27 April 2006)
CNC turning centres sold before the show started
Two fixed head CNC turning centres - to be shown at the UK's MACH 2006 exhibition - have already been sold, informs a UK supplier, which said the machines will bedelivered after the show.
News from Miyano UK (27 April 2006)
Surface mount PCBs for automotive product maker
User Application Article Scorpion Automotive, a supplier of innovative products to the commercial and consumer automotive sectors, has selected Remploy Electronics to manufacture surface mount PCBs.
News from Remploy Electronics (27 April 2006)
On-line retail set to reach GBP60 Billion
Technical Background Article On-line retail set to reach GBP60 Billion according to merseyside ICT chief
News from Cybertill (27 April 2006)
Knexus Community and Advertising.com Partnership
Leading Businesses to reap value through Knexus Community and Advertising.com Partnership
News from Knexus Community (27 April 2006)
The UK's SMEs are not performing online
Technical Background Article The Internet is the world's fastest growing industry, creating a global market but only 40% of UK businesses represent themselves online.
News from UKFast (27 April 2006)
WorkPlace Systems helps Severn Trent Water
User Application Article WorkPlace Systems helps Severn Trent Water gain 'A' rating in Ofwat's Water and Sewerage service cost analysis
News from Workplace Systems plc (27 April 2006)
Integrated business solution for Fulcrum
User Application Article WorkPlace Systems provide a Workforce Management system as a key part of an integrated business solution for Fulcrum Connections
News from Workplace Systems plc (27 April 2006)
Visual Excellence Processing (VXP) Technology
User Application Article JVC Selects Gennum Corporation's Visual Excellence Processing (VXP) Technology to Power New 40-Inch LCD Display
News from Gennum Corporation (27 April 2006)
Local Firm Creates More Jobs After Record Year
Record sales for a Gosforth-based company has made it number one of its kind in the country - leading to the creation of new jobs.
News from Imass (27 April 2006)
Trionics' 5th Annual User Conference The Best Yet
Survey confirms positive response to hands-on delivery of Autodesk Manufacturing solutions - growing use of 3D modelling and importance of data management
News from Trionics (27 April 2006)
VIA Technology Forum 2006
The seventh annual VIA Technology Forum guides industry direction for growth of new markets, form-factors and high definition content by "Embracing Digital Intelligence"
News from VIA Technologies (27 April 2006)
USA training program kicks off in Philadelphia
New Wallingford Software USA training program kicks off in Philadelphia, PA in June
News from Wallingford Software (27 April 2006)
Ultra Slim 17-Inch High Brightness monitor
Axiomtek announces an ultra slim industrial LCD monitor, PANEL6173, which is equipped with 17-inch high brightness SXGA LCD display and supported multi-signal (DVI, VGA, S-Video, Video) input.
News from Impulse (27 April 2006)
McGuffie Brunton Publishes Outsourcing White Paper
Effective IT is Key to a Successful Outsourcing Strategy. Leading ERP Vendor, McGuffie Brunton Publishes "Outsourcing White Paper"
News from K3 Business Technology Group (27 April 2006)
PCI Version oft Dynamic Range Digitiser
Award-Winning PC-Based Oscilloscope Delivers Universal Instrument Capability for PCI and PXI Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (27 April 2006)
Heidelberg selects Profibus for global acceptance
User Application Article Heidelberg is using Profibus-based distributed I/O systems on its commercial web presses, enabling best-in-class components to be used and costs to be reduced.
News from Profibus Group (27 April 2006)
Lightweight and portable radio test set
Aeroflex has launched the 3500 radio test set, a lightweight and portable radio test set designed specifically to test vehicle-based radio systems used predominantly by first responders.
News from Aeroflex (27 April 2006)
Controls for electric and battery powered motors
Agile Systems has been recognised as one of Ontario's top innovative companies, and an outstanding contributor to Ontario's economic growth.
News from Agile Systems (27 April 2006)
DC motor driver for speed, direction, torque
The new A3950 from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is a DMOS full-bridge motor driver integrated circuit for controlling the speed, direction of rotation and torque of a DC motor.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (27 April 2006)
Outsourcing and importation topics discussed
Some of the key technologists in the UK for the retail sector are coming together to share ideas for improvements on topics such as outsourcing and importation thanks to an initiative by Ceram.
News from Ceram (27 April 2006)
Secondary ion mass spectrometer solves problem
User Application Article CSMA, materials analysis expert and subsidiary of Ceram has played an integral role in solving a production crisis for a major global pharmaceutical manufacturer.
News from CSMA (Centre for Surface and Materials Analysis) (27 April 2006)
Consultancy and analysis for European Space Agency
User Application Article MATS, part of CSMA, has secured a major contract with the European Space Agency (ESA).
News from CSMA (Centre for Surface and Materials Analysis) (27 April 2006)
Quality control of printed packaging seminar
DVS Quality Solutions is planning a series of seminars across the United Kingdom and Ireland on the quality control of printed packaging.
News from DVS Quality Solutions (27 April 2006)
Health and safety compliance support site
EHandE has introduced an environmental health and safety compliance support site specifically designed for companies containing laboratory space.
News from EH&E (27 April 2006)
Pressure-management training and conferences
A £220,000 grant from regional development agency One North East has allowed pressure-management specialist Elfab to open state-of-the-art training and conference facilities.
News from Elfab (27 April 2006)
Resonant mirror optical biosensor business
Farfield has completed the acquisition of the resonant mirror optical biosensor business (formally known as Affinity Sensors ) and related assets from the US company Thermo Electron.
News from Farfield Scientific (27 April 2006)
Cost reduction through on-site sampling
Hach Lange has announced a further laboratory training day, entitled 'Cost Reduction Through On-site Sampling and Analysis' to be held at its offices in Manchester on 24th May 2006.
News from Hach Lange (27 April 2006)
Strategic alliance for electronics manufacture
Integrated Microelectronics has forged a strategic alliance with BuS Elektronik, an EMS company based in Riesa, Germany.
News from IML Events (27 April 2006)
Automatic analysis of drinking water
TitrIC - new possibilities in ion analysis through the unique combination of titration and ion chromatography TitrIC fully enables the automatic analysis of drinking water. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (27 April 2006)
Titration in use of fatty acid methyl esters
Technical Background Article The manufacture and use of Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME), has implications for the environment. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (27 April 2006)
Infection control seminar places available
Places are available on Oxoid's Infection Control Seminar, to be held on Tuesday 9th May 2006 at the Crewe Hall Hotel, Crewe Cheshire. Brochure Available
News from Oxoid (27 April 2006)
Box Machinery Firm's Sales Chief Drives Exports
Autobox the UK short run boxmaking machinery manufacturer, has appointed Barry Tabor as sales director.
News from Autobox (27 April 2006)
Shrink Capsuling Machine For Mustards And Sauces
User Application Article Tracklements is a family run company based in Wiltshire (UK) that produces a range of handmade mustards, chutneys, sauces and relishes.
News from Viscose Closures Ltd (27 April 2006)
London firms should sign for TechnologyWorld06
UK Trade and Investment (UKTI), the government organisation that provides support for UK firms wishing to expand overseas, is urging London businesses to sign up for TechnologyWorld06. Brochure Available
News from UK Trade and Investment (26 April 2006)
AC motor drives power range extended
Higher power options, up to 93kW, washdown-duty variants, and more plug-in expansion cards feature a family of AC motor drives for adjustable speed applications. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (26 April 2006)
Software speeds progressive tool making
Software for the design of progressive press tools enables the successful blanking of a sheet metal part and the design of the strip in half the time needed by a standard CAD software.
News from Missler (26 April 2006)
Small payload robots introduced
Small payload robots specially designed for the food, electronic, packaging and pharmaceutical industries are extremely easy to program and have removable hand-held teach pendent. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (26 April 2006)
Press shop systems supplier serves Mexico
Coe Press Equipment Corporation and Sesco Products Group has hired Carlos Figarola as a service technician to provide service and support for power press automation products in Mexico.
News from COE Press Equipment Corporation (26 April 2006)
Service company gains plant engineering award
Factory maintenance management company, based on Internet services, was recently named the winner of Plant Engineering's 18th Annual Product-of-the-Year award in the USA.
News from Maintenance Connection (26 April 2006)
Radar transmitter measures bulk solids
Bulk solids level transmitter uses a concentric waveguide to direct the radar beam, alleviating divergence problems and echoes in tanks with narrow openings.
News from K-Tek (26 April 2006)
USA robotics systems partner added
KUKA Robotics Corporation, USA, a leading global manufacturer of industrial robots, has signed Zepnick Solutions of Green Bay, Wisconsin as its newest system partner. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (26 April 2006)
Metrology company gains its 11th Queen's Award
UK company, Renishaw, a world leader in metrology and spectroscopy has received its eleventh Queen's Award for Enterprise 2006 in the Innovations category. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (26 April 2006)
Vibration at work advice offered
A one day meeting on 17 May in London, UK, will provide information and advice for employers explicitly responsible for managing risk to workers by assessing exposure to body vibration. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (26 April 2006)
Serial to Ethernet device servers introduced
Industrial Serial to Ethernet device servers are ideal for connecting serial-based software applications over Ethernet to your remote industrial serial devices. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (26 April 2006)
Vertical panel saws increase production efficiency
User Application Article Wooden furniture maker has removed a major production bottleneck by buying two vertical panel saws to increase panel cutting capacity and reduce operator fatigue.
News from T M Machinery Sales (26 April 2006)
Broaching, grooving tools make nuts in 'one hit'
User Application Article Use of broaching and grooving tools has enabled a subcontractor to develop a highly efficient sliding head lathe operation for single cycle or 'one-hit' manufacture of miniature ballscrew nuts.
News from Horn Cutting Tools (26 April 2006)
Uninterruptible power provided on DIN rail
An uninterruptible and compact power supply for DIN rails ensures continuous operation of all 24V devices in electrical installations during power disruptions.
News from Phoenix Contact (26 April 2006)
Probing, CAD/CAM and data processing integrated
Visitors to MACH 2006 will be able to see how software and the latest probe systems integrate with design and manufacturing software and data measured processed for real-time logging. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (26 April 2006)
Part collectors enable better transfer machine use
User Application Article Automated part collectors that collect parts in a controlled manner are allowing a motion and fluid control specialist to use untapped capacity on eleven rotary transfer machines.
News from EMC (26 April 2006)
Chinese RP company delivers 100th project to USA
Star Prototype China has just delivered its 100th export job to a US based computer manufacturer after only six months in business, demonstrating the large demand for low-cost prototypes.
News from Star Prototype China (26 April 2006)
Pilz appoints sales engineer for Southern UK
Mark Ioannidis has been appointed by Pilz Automation Technology as the company's new UK Southern Area field sales engineer, covering an area stretching from Cornwall to Kent.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (26 April 2006)
Universal VMC set for high speed, 5-axis work
All aspects for high tolerance, high speed, five-axis machining have been bought to bear in the latest universal vertical machining centre to be launched at MACH 2006.
News from 600 Centre (26 April 2006)
Aerco is assembling distributor for AB Connectors
Aerco has been appointed an assembling distributor for AB Connectors and is offering five day deliveries on MIL-C-26482 connectors at competitive prices.
News from Aerco (26 April 2006)
Module avoids casting process 'trial and error'
A module is the first step towards a new generation of optimization software that supports the foundryman by proposing solutions regarding optimal process parameters or casting layouts.
News from Magma (26 April 2006)
Omron to acquire STI Safety Products Group
Asia's top industrial safety, sensing and controls player is to acquire a leader of the North American safety devices market selling safety light curtains, laser scanners, and other safety devices. Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (26 April 2006)
Dry powder analysed close to production lines
An at-line particle size analyzer for dry powder processes offers a robust laser diffraction technology to make measurements in an automated laboratory, or manually close to the process line.
News from Malvern Instruments (26 April 2006)
Time to discuss lead-free issues at Nepcon
Visitors to Nepcon UK exhibition will be able to discuss their lead-free process issues and requirements, and participate in demonstrations of some exciting new innovations in lead-free products. Brochure Available
News from OK International (26 April 2006)
Advanced simulation software to be discussed
At Automotive Testing Expo Europe event in Germany, ITI will discuss advanced simulation software for the design, modeling, and simulation of technological components and systems.
News from ITI Dresden (26 April 2006)
Institute of Acoustics appoints chief executive
The Institute of Acoustics has appointed Kevin Macan-Lind as its new chief executive and he will succeed Roy Bratby who has decided to take a well-earned retirement after nine years. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (26 April 2006)
UV curable conformal coatings unlikely to 'crack'
Significant advancements in the field of UV curable conformal coating materials have produced an extremely flexible, physically, making the product less likely to 'crack' under thermal cycling.
News from HumiSeal Europe (26 April 2006)
Improved domestic demand encourages SME growth
A revival in domestic demand together with a year end 'push' and a pick up in export orders all helped small and medium sized manufacturers to get off to a good start in 2006.
News from PKF Accountants & Business Advisers (26 April 2006)
Ultra high resolution cameras suit gauging
Ultra high resolution cameras include one with plug and play capability for demanding applications which require high definition and fidelity such as high precision gauging.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (26 April 2006)
Thermal profiling packages introduced
Three easy-to-use thermal profiling packages are specifically for the demanding technical and budgetary requirements of low, medium and high volume lead-free electronics manufacturing.
News from SolderStar (26 April 2006)
Double lined ring light improves recognition
Ideal for darkfield situations such as label, bottle top and optical character recognition, a new double lined ring light unit has been introduced to improve high speed machine vision applications.
News from Industrial Vision Systems (26 April 2006)
Advanced sliding head auto brings in new orders
User Application Article Since acquiring the latest Citizen M32-V 13-axis sliding head mill/turn machine a Uk subcontractor has gained a whole series of machined parts orders from the racing motorcycle fraternity.
News from HPC (Services) (26 April 2006)
Management conference scheduled at EuroBLECH
BLECHbusiness, the Management and Strategy Conference for senior and middle management, will take place for the first time from 24 to 26 October 2006 alongside EuroBLECH.
News from Mack Brooks Exhibitions (26 April 2006)
Industrial vision site offers quick referencing
Industrial vision products company has launched a Web site to offer a quick reference to machine builders and others concerned with building automation using vision systems. Brochure Available
News from Scorpion Vision (26 April 2006)
Mass flowmeter maker opens Chinese office
A major US manufacturer of mass flow meters and controllers used in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical and various general process control applications has opened a strategic office in China.
News from Sierra Instruments (26 April 2006)
Gas flow calibrators require low maintenance
One type of a range of portable low-maintenance primary standard gas flow calibrators is claimed to offer the best accuracy of any commercially available standard: +/-0.15% of reading.
News from Sierra Instruments (26 April 2006)
Sheet metal software company comes to Europe
Forming Technologies, a leading developer of software for the design, simulation, and costing of sheet metal components, has appointed CADFEM as a preferred partner of FTI software.
News from Forming Technologies (26 April 2006)
Sensorless brushless DC motor control arrives
Drive system with sensorless motor commutation system for brushless DC motors offers simplified control and improved performance when compared to servomotors with Hall-effect feedback.
News from LG Motion (26 April 2006)
PLC supports STEP7 programming for fast automation
Latest PLC technology brings faster processing speeds to Siemens STEP7 programming with synchronous mixing of VIPA and Siemens S7-300 modules and components. Brochure Available
News from Vipa UK (26 April 2006)
Antistatic timing belts conform to ISO 9563
Timing belts that comply with ISO 9563 are for where static build-up cannot be tolerated such as packaging and in electrical component production and assembly machines.
News from Transmission Developments (26 April 2006)
Electronic components maker gains Queen's Award
UK optoelectronics device manufacturer and laser diode specialist, Photonic Products, has been honoured again with a Queen's Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category. Brochure Available
News from Photonic Products (26 April 2006)
CNC milling centres combine power, speed
Four Soraluce milling machines combine power with speed, flexibility and cost-effectiveness, plus an emphasis on one-hit machining from heavy-duty metal removal to finishing.
News from Ward CNC Machinery (26 April 2006)
Humidity alert meter monitors environment
Humidity alert meter is designed for monitoring environmental conditions (temperature, humidity and dew point) in storage areas, manufacturing assembly areas and other controlled environments.
News from Extech Instruments (26 April 2006)
Environmental legislation forces look at suppliers
Companies are having to face up to a new type of legislation that forces them to take a closer look at what their suppliers and subcontractors are doing, says John Hughes, of Subcon 2006. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (26 April 2006)
Right subcontractors for lean sourcing
The constant drive for supply chain consolidation and lean sourcing mean that it has never been more important to have the right subcontractors on board. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (26 April 2006)
Rapid data recovery tool for enterprise systems
AGAMBS has signed a reseller agreement with CYA Technologies which allows AGAMBS to market CYA's Business Continuity Suite 4.0
News from AGAMBS (26 April 2006)
BT disrupts traditional integration market
'Pay-as-you-grow' managed application integration service from BT enables organisations to implement agile business processes across widely dispersed sites
News from BT Global Services (26 April 2006)
Digital Pen and Paper Is A Success At MAINTEC
Destiny Wireless gained over one hundred sales leads at this year's MAINTEC exhibition at the NEC Birmingham.
News from Destiny Wireless (26 April 2006)
Dual-Mode Phone Launched At Von Europe
Pirelli introduces a new line of low-cost, consumer-oriented dual-mode phones targeting Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) applications
News from Pirelli Broadband Solutions (26 April 2006)
Arpege IT Community chooses Sunopsis
User Application Article Caisse d'Epargne's Arpege IT Community chooses Sunopsis Data Conductor for loading its Enterprise Data Warehouse
News from Sunopsis (26 April 2006)
Raptivity from Trainer1
Trainer1 has become a re-seller in the UK and Europe for Raptivity, the world's first rapid interactivity builder
News from Trainer1 (26 April 2006)
Trident and Hitachi offer the brightest solutions
Trident has announced the introduction of two new high performance colour TFT LCD modules from Hitachi.
News from Trident Microsystems (26 April 2006)
Two New eBooks Released for AutoCAD 2007
UpFront.eZine Publishing releases two more titles for users of AutoCAD 2007
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (26 April 2006)
Revenue up, development costs down for SMBs
Companies using PLM hit product launch targets 81-100 percent of the time; companies unlikely to use PLM only succeed 20 percent of time, survey says.
News from Dassault Systemes (26 April 2006)
Industry's First 16-Port RS-485 PC/104 Module
Sealevel Systems Introduces Industry's First 16-Port RS-485 PC/104 Module.
News from Impulse (26 April 2006)
Revolutionary Platform Delivering Custom Boards
Rabbit Semiconductor Announces RabbitFLEX, a Revolutionary Platform Delivering Custom Boards in 5 Days
News from Impulse (26 April 2006)
Next generation RabbitCore Modules
Rabbit Semiconductor Announces the release of the next generation RabbitCore Modules
News from Impulse (26 April 2006)
Custom Fleet On the Road to a Paperless Office
User Application Article Custom Fleet has introduced a new electronic document imaging solution from Version One, to cope with the huge volumes of paperwork it handles on behalf of customers.
News from Version One (26 April 2006)
Denver Water Selects Exstream Software's Dialogue
User Application Article Denver Water Selects Exstream Software's Dialogue To Create personalised Communications for More Than 250,000 Customer Accounts
News from Exstream Software (26 April 2006)
Testing of toys and nursery products in China
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services' Hong Kong and Shanghai facilities have received new accreditations for the testing of toys and nursery products.
News from Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services (26 April 2006)
Dispensary management system software
User Application Article CI Systems has implemented a suite of its Ci-DMS dispensary management system software in a pharmaceuticals factory owned and operated by Merck Sharp and Dohme (MSD) Singapore.
News from CI Electronics (26 April 2006)
Quality through metal detection and magnets
User Application Article Eriez Magnetics Europe is assisting a leading supplier of building industry granular materials to achieve quality, effective and safe processing of its marine aggregates. Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe (26 April 2006)
Independent unbiased software validation
Osmosys has been working it the area of Independent Validation for the last two years.
News from Osmosys (26 April 2006)
Application specific microplate technology
Porvair Sciences, specialist in application specific microplate technology, has announced the launch of a comprehensive new website. Brochure Available
News from Porvair Sciences (26 April 2006)
Vision systems go high tech
Shelton Vision Systems, a leading visions system company in the UK, has recently moved its offices to a more high-tech facility in Kibworth.
News from Shelton Machines (26 April 2006)
Pipe end deburring/cleaning tool improves joints
A deburring and copper pipe end cleaning tool will provide a quick, easy-to-use tool for making copper pipe easy to join and work with and improve the quality of joints. Brochure Available
News from Pipe-Prep (26 April 2006)
Tray Sealer Meets Chinese Ready Meal Demand
User Application Article UK Chinese ready meals producer, Wok Express, turned to Packaging Automation when expansion of the business created demand for more tray sealing equipment.
News from Packaging Automation (26 April 2006)
Auto System Cuts Material Usage For Pharma Company
User Application Article A high-speed Schubert automated packing system is helping to cut packaging material consumption for a European pharmaceutical manufacturer.
News from Schubert UK Ltd (26 April 2006)
NPE the main promotional focus for RandD in 2006
Busy year again in 2006 for RandD
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (26 April 2006)
Genesis continues to go from strength to strength
RandD prides itself on the wide portfolio of high quality products and services that it provides to the market.
News from R&D Tool and Engineering (26 April 2006)
Robotic sorter removes parts from CNC profilers
'Dynamic Robotic Parts Sorting' automates the removing cut shapes from the skeleton produced on a CNC 2D shape cutting machine so giving unattended material handling for 'lights-out' work.
News from Automated Concepts (25 April 2006)
Software translates CAD/CAM data to ABB robots
Software package converts APT-CL format to the ABB robot language RAPID and supports robot controllers - so offering powerful CAD/CAM to users of ABB IRB-type robots.
News from IRBCAM (25 April 2006)
How to gain control over factory utilities
Total energy management is at the core of a service, beginning with an on-site survey to assess areas of waste and make recommendations for improved efficiency - with follow-up support.
News from Utility Auditing (25 April 2006)
Connector family gains UL recognition
The Harting RJ Industria connector family has been recognised by Underwriters Laboratories - one of the world's leading compliance authorities.
News from Harting (25 April 2006)
Simplify 5-axis programming, gain smooth toolpaths
Software for 5-axis machining that simplifies programming by enabling users to program a 5-axis job as though it were 3-axis has been enhanced to produce smoother toolpaths.
News from Sescoi International (25 April 2006)
Photoelectron spectroscopy analyses surfaces
Designed for use without vacuum, a photoelectron spectrometer consists of an open counter equipped with a UV source and measures ionization potential and surface work function in air.
News from RKI Instruments (25 April 2006)
Tech Innovator Award winner announced
Quantm is the winner of the 2006 Tech Innovator Award for software that has innovatively applied computing power to civil engineering, in a way that cut project times dramatically.
News from Cyon Research (25 April 2006)
Software engineers critic is key speaker
Keynote speaker at COFES - Alan Cooper - is author of 'The Inmates are Running the Asylum', which criticizes the 'short shrift' software engineers have traditionally given human-computer interfaces.
News from Cyon Research (25 April 2006)
Technology research centre adds two analysts
Cyon Research Corporation announced the addition of two senior analysts to its staff - Richard E Morley and Brian K Seitz - who are experienced engineering industry professionals.
News from Cyon Research (25 April 2006)
Data capture product supplier offers HP devices
Varlink can now offer our resellers market leading personal digital assistant devices from HP - a supplier of Pocket PCs and iPAQ known for cost effective, high quality devices for business users.
News from Varlink (25 April 2006)
Vision sensors now read dot-peen bar codes
Two of vision sensors now read dot-peen bar codes made by making a permanent indent, or dot, in malleable material surfaces, and which are used in automotive and aerospace industries.
News from Banner Engineering (25 April 2006)
CAD/CAM provider expands in South Africa
Offering strong and competitively priced CADCAM systems, NC Graphics has announced the opening of an independent distribution office in South Africa, NC Graphics (South Africa).
News from NC Graphics (25 April 2006)
SS rod ends resist corrosion
Stainless steel, industrial/commercial rod ends are suitable for many light and heavy/medium duty industrial/mechanical motion transfer applications requiring corrosion resistance.
News from Tuthill Pump Group (25 April 2006)
Bottling line speeds whiskey deliveries
User Application Article A 'state of the art' bottling line replaces slow and combersome hand packing and will allow a niche quality Scottish malt whisky producer to fill up to 2000 bottles/h.
News from Intercaps (25 April 2006)
MCP to sell Toshiba injection moulders in Europe
Toshiba Machine (Europe) in Germany has appointed MCP Tooling Technologies as the European sales agent for all Toshiba Machine's electric and hydraulic injection moulding machines. Brochure Available
News from MCP Tooling Technologies (25 April 2006)
National fastener show expands sales team
Two well-known US industry advertising and exhibit sales professionals - Tom Massar and Doug Zirkle - have recently joined the sales force of the National Industrial Fastener Shows.
News from National Industrial Fastener Show (25 April 2006)
SS pipework finished fabrication service offered
Specialist fabricators, can now offer the highest specification, validated hygienic SS pipework fabrication employing sizes from as small as 6mm up to 500mm finished to customer specification.
News from Axium Process (25 April 2006)
Double pallet handlers are for heavy duty
User Application Article A further nine double pallet handlers for forklift trucks, supplied to roofing and cladding manufacturer, transport several pallets simultaneously and can be moved together or spread apart.
News from B and B Attachments (25 April 2006)
Industrial engineering building fitted in 6 weeks
User Application Article When an engineering company had to find new premises at short notice, a factory services company was able to redesign and fit out a large industrial building in just six weeks.
News from Spaceway South (25 April 2006)
Evaporative systems cool manufacturing plant
User Application Article Evaporative cooling systems efficiently brought down environmental temperatures for the workforce at a factory producing compressed air systems and is a specialist in sub-contract manufacturing. Brochure Available
News from Seeley International (Europe) (25 April 2006)
Web site covers servo gear boxes
Web site covers servo gear boxes, tension control systems and oil coolers for machine builders, engineers and designers in automation and machine tool industries to easily find information. Brochure Available
News from ZF Great Britain (25 April 2006)
2- and 3-port solenoid valves take high pressure
Two and three port, pilot operated, solenoid valves, with high pressure performance answer process industry and PET machine builder's requests for use with air or inert gas.
News from SMC Pneumatics (UK) (25 April 2006)
Chinese machine tool show set for 2007
World's largest machine tool consumer - China- will be staging its Shanghai International Machine Tool Fair in 2007, with the focus on advanced CNC machine tools and systems.
News from EASTPO International Expo Corp. (25 April 2006)
RFID product company names executive VP
Identec Solutions, a leading global supplier of long-range RFID-based solutions, announced the appointment of Peter Linke as executive vice president of Worldwide Sales.
News from Identec Solutions (25 April 2006)
SCADA connections with Red Lion devices easier
Easy to use software tool allows you to create and configure an OPC server to communicate with the G3 series HMI, the Data Station Plus or any device that supports Modbus.
News from Red Lion Controls (25 April 2006)
Norbar sets up offices in China
Norbar's expansion into China follows the success of its dedicated torque laboratory in Singapore and is now setting up the office and a network of ten master Chinese distributorships. Brochure Available
News from Norbar Torque Tools (25 April 2006)
Vacuum work holding withstands high cutting forces
Success of vacuum operated work holding system has been further enhanced by a vacuum intensifier technology, which substantially increases the holding force under heavy cutting conditions.
News from Vacmagic (25 April 2006)
Stand-alone driven units position precisely
Stand-alone driven units are either belt, screw or pneumatically operated covering all applications from low to high load at fast or slow speed and ballscrews are available for precision positioning. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (25 April 2006)
Multi-axis servo system has more functionality
A high performance multi-axis servo system delivering currents from 4 to 64A has been expanded with extra functionality for safe standstill and application specific software. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (25 April 2006)
UK Water Efficiency Awards announced
UK businesses use 8,000 million litres of water a day and many can save 30% or more of their water costs by putting into practice simple water saving measures and entering for an award.
News from Environment Agency (25 April 2006)
Software transfers data to 3D printing
3Data Expert software version 7.1 for 3D printing, rapid prototyping and simulation data transfer and manipulation features ease of use, robustness and direct links to 3D printing machines.
News from DeskArtes (25 April 2006)
Fastener Fair Coventry rated successful
More than 1000 specialist trade buyers from the UK and Ireland visited Fastener Fair Coventry to access 130 suppliers specialised in serving the UK and Ireland's fastener and fixing industry.
News from Fastener Fair (25 April 2006)
Push-pull handles have comfortable grip
Glass reinforced technopolymer handle is ideal for sliding doors on equipment or office cabinets, furniture or machinery and feature a comfortable grip for use in either direction. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (25 April 2006)
Ultra-compact gears are also lightweight
Lightweight, ultra-compact gears have been developed for where operating space or weight are limited, including machine tools and specialised automation and manufacturing equipment.
News from Harmonic Drive UK (25 April 2006)
Stepper motors deliver 50% more torque
Latest 0.9 deg two-phase stepper motor delivers 50% more torque with double the resolution of similar 1.8 deg motors and feature a substantial reduction in noise and vibration. Brochure Available
News from EAO (25 April 2006)
Largest installed waterjet profiler cuts metal
User Application Article The biggest Water Jet Sweden cutting machine yet to be installed in the UK - at a non-aerospace aluminium plate distributor - has an available cutting area of 4m x 6m.
News from WJS UK (25 April 2006)
Terminal blocks have better clamping
An improved range of 36-way terminal blocks feature a new stamped and formed rising clamp mechanism fabricated from 0.7mm gauge brass that offers improved strength.
News from Camden Electronics (25 April 2006)
Malvern Instruments wins Queen's Award
Malvern Instruments - a leading supplier of analytical products for particle characterization and rheological applications - is to receive the Queen's Awards for Enterprise.
News from Malvern Instruments (25 April 2006)
Norgren forms new fluid control group
Norgren has announced that it is combining the well established and proven brands of FAS, Webber, Buschjost and KIP to form the new Norgren fluid control group.
News from Norgren (25 April 2006)
Enercon expands into central, northern Europe
With the help of Altrimex Packaging Equipment, Enercon Industries cap sealing manufactures have opened up a service department in Holland to cover central and northern Europe.
News from Enercon Industries (25 April 2006)
In-line viscometer keeps the lacquer flowing
User Application Article Intrinsically safe in-line viscometers are playing a critical role in the production of polymer-coated cellulose films used worldwide in speciality packaging and labelling. Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (25 April 2006)
Subcontracting capability fit for purpose
Clamason's company philosophy is to purchase whatever tonnage or type of machinery may be required for the operations on new contracts as they arise.
News from Clamason Industries (25 April 2006)
CSI sells fixed wireless business
In order to focus all of its resources on its GPS products, CSI Wireless has signed a definitive agreement to sell its fixed wireless telephone business to Telular
News from Hemisphere GPS (25 April 2006)
Car supply vendor KAMEI opts for eBusiness
User Application Article Worldwide operating companies which also opt for modern technologies can no longer exist without eBusiness.
News from ABAS Software AG (25 April 2006)
Global data network for LSG Sky Chefs
User Application Article BT to operate global data network for Lufthansa subsidiary LSG Sky Chefs
News from BT Global Services (25 April 2006)
China's Largest Capacity Deployment Of IPTV
User Application Article Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) region next for UTStarcom as China Netcom deal further demonstrates IPTV expertise.
News from UTStarcom (25 April 2006)
BE Conference Media Program
Registration and hotels are booking up quickly for Bentley's BE Conference scheduled at the Charlotte Convention Centre in North Carolina, May 21-25. Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (25 April 2006)
From Stockholm to LA: The Home of Chrome
Witness the power of the latest technology from VIA and S3 Graphics as the girlz 0f destruction bring the Home of Chrome to the Electronic Entertainment Expo
News from VIA Technologies (25 April 2006)
Fabrication and assembly specialist chooses Catia
User Application Article Herbert Olbrich uses Catia V5 for digital part design and mechanical engineering of special purpose machines
News from Dassault Systemes (25 April 2006)
Vials for compound storage for sample traceability
Anachem's new Centre Draining (CD) vials for compound storage are the ideal solution for complete sample recovery and sample traceability. Brochure Available
News from Anachem (25 April 2006)
Powder technology in the medical devices industry
PowdermatriX and MediTech are hosting an event in June to explain and explore issues and developments regarding the use of powder technology in the medical devices industry.
News from Ceram (25 April 2006)
Energy optimisation and cost reduction
Hach Lange has announced two workshops to take place at its Manchester offices on 16th and 17th May 2006.
News from Hach Lange (25 April 2006)
Quantitative deconvolution software distribution
Ion Signature Technology has announced the signing of a major new international distribution agreement with Gerstel and CoKG for its Ion Signature quantitative deconvolution software.
News from Ion Signature Technology (25 April 2006)
Karl Fischer homogeniser system for sweets
Technical Background Article Sweet-making developed rapidly into an industry during the early nineteenth century through the discovery of sugar beet juice and the advance of mechanical appliances. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (25 April 2006)
Environmental monitoring course for compliancy
Colin Booth, Vice President Science and Technology, Oxoid will be speaking at the Concept Heidelberg, "Environmental Monitoring - Compliant and Reasonable" course, being held in Copenhagen. Brochure Available
News from Oxoid (25 April 2006)
Aseptic mixing of small volumes with vessels
Suncombe, a UK based cleaning and hygienic processing company, has launched a new generation of Biotech and Pharmaceutical Vessels incorporating its 'Micro-Mixing' technology.
News from Suncombe (25 April 2006)
Improved resolution for HPLC and GC analyses
Thermo Electron has enhanced its SPE product offering to enable rapid, effective and economical sample clean-up prior to HPLC and GC analyses, thereby improving resolution and sensitivity.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Chromatography) (25 April 2006)
Low-cost harmonics, flicker and power analyser
The HA1600A low-cost harmonics, flicker and power analyser from TTi is a new version of the earlier HA1600 instrument with a new casing, a USB interface, and totally revised firmware.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (25 April 2006)
Monitoring crystallization for material analysis
A new technical poster demonstrating the use of HR-US technology to monitor crystallization for material analysis was presented by Ultrasonic Scientific at the recent Pittcon 2006 conference.
News from Ultrasonic Scientific (25 April 2006)
DNA purification and sequencing platform automated
Velocity11 has announced a new configuration of its BioCel Sample-Processing platform configured to automate DNA Purification and Sequencing procedures.
News from Velocity11 (25 April 2006)
Compact automated sample processing platform
With a footprint of just 2 metres by 1.2 metres, the BioCel 1200 from Velocity11 is the most compact automated sample processing platform on the market.
News from Velocity11 (25 April 2006)
Pipetting station is fastest precision pipettor
Available from Velocity11 the VPrep pipetting station is said to be the fastest precision pipettor on the market.
News from Velocity11 (25 April 2006)
High-speed, precision liquid handling platform
Velocity11has announced a new high-speed, precision liquid handling platform - the Bravo.
News from Velocity11 (25 April 2006)
Plate replication and cell-based screening
User Application Article A technical poster reprint describes the challenges of the development of a flexible automation platform for plate replication and cell-based screening for a major Swiss pharmaceutical company.
News from Velocity11 (25 April 2006)
Handling and Carton Line For Cookies and Crackers
Kliklok-Woodman will be installing a product handling and carton line for Paradise Foods, a Queensland (Australia) company specialising in cookies and crackers.
News from Kliklok Woodman International (25 April 2006)
Lid Solves Tea Drinking Problem On the Move
User Application Article RPC Bebo Plastik has developed a lid that solves the traditional problem of what to do with tea bags during 'on the go' drinking.
News from RPC Containers (25 April 2006)
Jointly Developed Strapping Machine At Low Price
Sekisui Jushi is better known as the UK and European trade supplier of plastic strapping for machine and hand use.
News from Sekisui Jushi BV (25 April 2006)
Moulded Pulp Packing For Wine Offers Protection
UFP Technologies is offering its moulded pulp wine pack as commodity packaging for protecting wine bottles during transit and handling without tooling investment for parts.
News from Winepacks.com (25 April 2006)
Fresh Produce Film Trials Gain Waste Funding
User Application Article Somerfield and packaging company Long Life Solutions have secured funding of GBP170,944 from the Waste and Resources Action Programme to support trials of a new plastic film.
News from WRAP (25 April 2006)
Socks and pads clean up spills, machines, best
Maintenance socks are the most cost effective way of containing and absorbing spills of oils, fuels, cutting fluids and coolants, and dispensing pads are best suited for wiping down machines.
News from Fosse Liquitrol (24 April 2006)
Direct Writing Association formed in UK
The Direct Writing Association was formed with the aim of providing a platform for the dissemination and communication of ideas, innovations and issues relating to the direct writing technologies.
News from Ceram (24 April 2006)
Machine vision system is DIN mountable
Low-power, DIN mountable machine vision system has been specifically designed to minimise integration and speed deployment by providing easily accessible control and software set-up.
News from Adept Electronic Solutions (24 April 2006)
Data management includes Web interface
A system that combines multiple protocol converter, a system data logger, and a Web interface for industrial and M2M applications is for connectivity and machine data-management.
News from Red Lion Controls (24 April 2006)
Second rapid prototyping event sponsor named
Organisers of the TCT 2006 Conference and Exhibition have announced EOS as the second of two Headline Sponsors for the forthcoming event, taking place in September.
News from TCT Conference and Exhibition (24 April 2006)
Bench-top cap torque testers to be shown
Bench-top cap torque testers will be shown at German Control show, along with digital force gauges, torque gauges, sensors, grips and attachments, and motorized and manual test stands.
News from Mark-10 (24 April 2006)
Forging hammers include pneumatic, hydraulic types
Series of forging machines includes a pneumatic forging hammer, programmable control hydraulic closed-die forging hammer, hydraulic forging hammer and forging manipulators.
News from Anyang Forging-press Machinery Industry Co (24 April 2006)
Gas flow meter increases boiler efficiency
Gas flow meter for natural gas flow measurement applications is designed to provide an economical and easy to install solution for natural gas measurement in heaters and boilers.
News from Sierra Instruments (24 April 2006)
Using shortwave infrared in thermal imaging
User Application Article Machine vision cameras for 'hot' processes, such as glass and metal smelting, remotely measure product size, detect process end-points, detect defects and control process temperatures.
News from Sensors Unlimited (24 April 2006)
Posters educate on traction battery maintenance
Industrial users of traction batteries are offered a series of safety posters that cover operation and maintenance instructions for lead-acid batteries, precautionary measures and care instructions.
News from Exide Technologies (24 April 2006)
Robotic welding cell is ready to work
A dual fixed-table robotic welding cell for manufacturers looking to enhance productivity on small- to medium-sized welded parts is shipped assembled and ready for immediate production.
News from Orbitform (24 April 2006)
Pressure and vacuum switches catalogued
Catalogue brings together an expanding, diverse range of pressure and vacuum operated switches used in hydraulic, pneumatic, instrumentation, manufacturing and scientific applications.
News from Hydraulic System Products (24 April 2006)
GBP 300,000 agreement expands generator range
A GBP 300,000 agreement will see Power4 add a fleet of Arc-Gen Powermaker MV15K Super Silent Generators to its existing range as part of the company's continued expansion plans.
News from Power4 (24 April 2006)
Agreement to boost RPD technology awareness
Rapid News Publications, organisers of the TCT 2006 Conference and Exhibition and publishers of the TCT Magazine are pleased to announce a strategic agreement with the GTMA.
News from TCT Conference and Exhibition (24 April 2006)
Half of CIL's production is now RoHS compliant
Half of all production at at CIL is now fully RoHS compliant and the company reports it has had no problems whatsoever in terms of the soldering process.
News from CIL Custom Interconnect (24 April 2006)
Industry uptake of RFID increases
RFID technology is having a tangible impact on a wide array of industries - including consumer goods, healthcare, defence, government, transportation and automotive sectors.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit (24 April 2006)
SS band cylinders have long life
Pneumatic cylinders feature a patented SS band, rigid extruded aluminum tube and internal air cushioning and the load is supported through the entire stroke, minimising seal wear.
News from Tolomatic (24 April 2006)
Metal detectors keep sauces safe
User Application Article To maintain its reputation for reliable, high quality products, Panesar has invested in metal detection equipment for in-production and end of line product inspection to ensure HACCP compliance.
News from S+S Inspection (24 April 2006)
System integration development manager appointed
As part of a drive to expand its system integration business, electronics packaging specialist Schroff UK has appointed Neil Ashby as business development manager, system integration.
News from Schroff UK (24 April 2006)
Management of control change alarm automated
Windows-based alarm system Management of Change software eliminates onerous change management procedures by automatically tracking changes made to a distributed control system. Brochure Available
News from MatrikonOPC (24 April 2006)
Multi-spectral filter micro-array manufactured
The design and construction of an eighteen-element multi-spectral filter micro-array has each element a high precision thin film filter that is only 0.032mm wide.
News from Barr Associates (24 April 2006)
ERP software to strengthen production control
User Application Article ERP software supplied to an air filter manufacturing company will help strengthen control over areas like production control and costing, and integrate with existing market