News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 21 May
to Saturday 27 May 2006
Vertical machining centre has high speed CNC
A high-performance vertical machining centre features a generous 1016 x 660 x 635mm work cube, a 12,000 rev/min inline direct-drive spindle and a high-speed control with full 'look-ahead'.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Escalating UK turret mill sales drive HQ move
With sales of PBM turret milling machines reaching record levels in 2005, and with sales expected to rise in 2006, it was necessary for Gate Machinery International to find new larger premises.
News from Gate Machinery International (26 May 2006)
Machine tool range changes colour
Traditional greens and greys have given way to a mix of dark brown, beige and blue - designed to give machine tools a unique identity, and to make them 'stand out from the crowd'.
News from Gate Machinery International (26 May 2006)
New machine tools upgrade college workshops
A total of 23 machines have been supplied by Gate Machinery Interational to North Lindsey College to modernise its workshop and improve the working environment for the staff and students.
News from Gate Machinery International (26 May 2006)
Choice of tooling combines tube end forming ops
Six forming tools can be specified on a fully-electric tube end forming machine and all tools may be programmed as standard forming (swaging, expanding, beading, flanging) or machining tools.
News from BLM-Group UK (26 May 2006)
Tube working machine builder exports 70%
The BLM Group - manufacturer of machines and systems for tube bending, end forming, production sawing and laser tube cutting - exports 70% of its EUR 93 million annual turnover.
News from BLM-Group UK (26 May 2006)
Toolroom CNC lathe is powerful, flexible, simple
Toolroom Lathe has a proprietary conversational operating system that makes cutting parts and creating part programs nearly effortless, and operation ranges from manual to CNC.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Five-axis trunnion VMC simplifies complex jobs
A 5-axis vertical machining centre with a rotating trunnion table allows the machining of complex multi-sided parts in a single set-up, thus reducing set-up time and increasing accuracy.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
US machine tool builder company claims is largest
The largest machine tool manufacturer in the world, Haas Automation designs and builds a full range of metal-cutting machine tools including CNC machining centres, lathes and rotary tables.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Manual/CNC toolroom miller introduced
Toolroom milling machine combines the simplicity of a manual mill with the power and flexibility of an easy-to-use CNC system in an affordable machine that offers a competitive advantage.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
High speed machining centre ups production
A high-production machining centre provides high-speed drilling and tapping, as well as full milling capabilities, in an affordable, compact package designed to increase a shop's parts volume.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Trunnion-mounted rotary tables readily interface
Trunnion-mounted rotary tables allow existing users of CNC machining centres to take 'first steps' into multi-axis machining without having to make a capital outlay for new machine tools.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Toolroom milling machine combines manual/CNC
Larger toolroom milling machine combines the functionality and simplicity of a manual mill with the power and flexibility of CNC and will free up existing machine tools for more work.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Horizontal machining centres reduce vibration
A new generation of production horizontal machining centres feature massive cast-iron construction, with extensive internal ribbing on the castings to increase rigidity and damp vibrations.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
CNC milling machines are 'office size'
Ultra-compact CNC milling machines will fit through a 36in (1m) doorway, can be moved with a pallet jack, can be rolled from one location to another and run on single-phase, 240V AC.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
US machine builder invests in UK
USA machine tool builder, Haas Automation, has invested GBP 750,000 in UK service and engineering and in 17 vans each equipped with motors, screens, axis drives and processor boards.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Compact CNC lathe has generous capacity
CNC lathe takes up only 2m x 1.5m of floor space, yet provides a generous 255mm turning diameter, 355mm turning length and a 415mm swing over the front apron.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Long bed CNC lathe has programmable tailstock
A long bed lathe - designed specifically to handle long parts, from oil field components to drive shafts to machinery rollers - comes equipped with a fully programmable hydraulic tailstock.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Dual-spindle CNC lathe machines in one set-up
A dual-spindle CNC lathe allows turning of double-ended parts in a single set-up on one machine, and addition of live tooling and full C-axis options to the TL-15 increase versatility further.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Vertical machining centre has high performance
A high performance vertical machining centre has, as standard, an innovative 12,000 rev/min inline direct-drive spindle, an ultra-fast tool changer and 35m/min rapid feeds.
News from Haas Automation (26 May 2006)
Tube forming machinery aids vehicle exhaust design
Addison-McKee - a world leader in the manufacture and design of tube forming machinery - has developed technology for overcoming all the difficulties of automotive exhaust design.
News from AddisonMckee (26 May 2006)
Tube forming machine making spans 50 years
Technical Background Article Claiming to be the world's leading producer of tube forming machines for the car and truck exhaust pipe manufacturing, a UK company has an engineering pedigree that spans almost 50 years.
News from AddisonMckee (26 May 2006)
Tube development becomes simple to program
Modular control system is simple to program for any tube development application and - using a novel 'teach mode' facility - can 'learn' individual tube manufacturer configurations.
News from AddisonMckee (26 May 2006)
Electric tube benders have shear blade cut-off
Incorporating shear blade cut-off technology into all-electric tube bending machines provides a cleaner, quicker system and results in considerably less end-length wastage.
News from AddisonMckee (26 May 2006)
Tube forming system produces roll-over bars
User Application Article Specialising in the manufacture of tubular steel type components for the motor industry - a South African company wanted a tube bendier capable of producing rollover bars with a central arc.
News from AddisonMckee (26 May 2006)
Multi-task tooling options improve investment
Tooling manufacturer provides detailed assistance - between end-user, machine tool builder and tooling partner - for manufacturers who are considering investing in new machine tools.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (26 May 2006)
Apply best cutting tool practice and save millions
Cemented carbide insert manufacturer claims that the UK metal cutting industry could save GBP 30 million annually by simply applying best combination of cutting tools, inserts and processes.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (26 May 2006)
Tough inserts machine advanced alloys, hard metals
Two insert grades - one for machining heat resistant super alloys and the other, for hard turning of pre-heat treated steels - were introduced at MACH 2006, representing results of intense R and D.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (26 May 2006)
Face milling cutter has high metal removal rate
For roughing to semi-finishing of cast iron components, a face milling cutter is ideal for applications where large volumes of material need to be removed both quickly and safely.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (26 May 2006)
CAD/CAM 5-axis software upgraded
VISI-Series CAD/CAM software features major upgrades to its 5-axis module, while machining STRATEGIST has a greatly extended (generic) tool library for creation of an intelligent database.
News from Vero International Software (26 May 2006)
Laser cutting/profiling system varies power
Laser cutting machine is equipped with a high performance 5.2kW system that is capable of increasing and decreasing its power precisely at the desired point and without delay.
News from Bystronic Laser AG (26 May 2006)
Laser profiler bought off MACH 2006 show stand
Bystronic UK enjoyed a 'fantastic start' to MACH 2006 with major Bystronic user general sub-contractor Sparta purchasing the Byspeed 3015 laser profiler that is being shown on the stand.
News from Bystronic Laser AG (26 May 2006)
Integration of process produces best laser cutting
Technical Background Article If laser cutting process time is to be minimized and simultaneously, the quality of the cutting result is to be maximized, perfect integration of all process elements is required, reports Bystronic.
News from Bystronic Laser AG (26 May 2006)
Laser servicing company's sales are up by GBP 1m
Laser cutting specialist Manufacturing Service Solutions has achieved an increase in revenue for 2005/6 of GBP 1 million and has already purchased its own 8,000ft2 factory.
News from Manufacturing Service Solutions (26 May 2006)
Sheet metal parts deburred and rounded off
One of two machines for oxide removal and deburring of sheet metal parts can deburr and edge round both sides of sheet metal components in a single pass, including all the internal contours.
News from Manufacturing Service Solutions (26 May 2006)
Nitrogen generator cuts laser consumption costs
User Application Article Subcontractor purchased a nitrogen generator to replace an expensive manifold cylinder pack supply and has had no customer complaints due to edge quality, no breakdowns, or 'gas-outs'.
News from Manufacturing Service Solutions (26 May 2006)
Production management software is integrated
User Application Article Fuel cell system maker wanted an MRP and accounting system that had tight integration and looking at 123mrp.NET the company could see that it did not have half its roots in DOS.
News from Rent-I.T. Systems (26 May 2006)
CAM software gets the most out of CNC millers
User Application Article With a wealth of experience in the forging industry, Sheffield Die and Tool purchased DEPOCAM software from NC Graphics to enable them to use the DEPO machines to their full potential.
News from NC Graphics (26 May 2006)
3D HSM CAM software approved by SolidWorks
First released in 1997, NC Graphics' DEPOCAM Standalone 3D HSM CAM software has been approved as a SolidWorks Certified CAM Partner product and has direct interface to SolidWorks.
News from NC Graphics (Cambridge) (26 May 2006)
UK manufacturing business failures rise 4%
Despite Gordon Brown's insistence that the UK economy is thriving, an analysis reveals that UK business failure rates are up in Quarter One 2006 by 13%, and manufacturing, up by 4%.
News from Equifax (26 May 2006)
New hole configuration sanding disks launched
Following meticulous research into the optimum number of holes in a paper disk two sanding disks are believed to achieve the most efficient balance between hole geometry and abrasive grit.
News from Mirka Abrasives (26 May 2006)
Turning centre machines wide range of materials
User Application Article With its 12-tool VDI turret allied to a 254mm chuck and 550mm swing, a 22.5kW, turning centre is ideally suited to a range of parts in ferrous and NF metals and many engineering plastics. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools (26 May 2006)
Ultrasonic irons solder aluminium, ceramics
Ultrasonic soldering irons allow fluxless soldering and the soldering of aluminium, ceramics and glass - eliminating the use of highly corrosive and inflexible fluxes.
News from Solbraze (26 May 2006)
Reverse engineering of vacuum forming tools
Old vacuum forming tools can be reproduced using metal filled resins at a lower cost compared to making a new tool, and so allow more parts to be made in less time.
News from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon) (26 May 2006)
Glass bottles laser coded while hot
User Application Article A glass bottle manufacturer has installed a novel laser coding equipment to enable coding directly onto the bottle whilst glass is hot, and withstand handling during filling and distribution.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (26 May 2006)
Joystick controls complex motorised movements
Control system uses a simple analog joystick input to control position, velocity or torque of motors on complex motion control systems such as computerized microscopes and vision systems.
News from QuickSilver Controls (26 May 2006)
Metalworker goes 'low tech' to enable growth
Metalworking company has made the radical decision to invest in a basic lathe, which will be used to train new engineers and for the development of one off prototypes.
News from Hitec Sheet Metal (26 May 2006)
Enterprise software provider names MD
Infor, a Global enterprise software provider for manufacturing and distribution industries, has just appointed Trevor Smith to managing director and vice president for UK and Ireland.
News from Infor (26 May 2006)
High level safety gate protects operators
A high level safety gate, primarily designed for hoisting operations, can also be utilised for fork truck loading onto mezzanine floors and protects the operator from falling through.
News from Dale Lifting and Handling Specialists (26 May 2006)
Be careful when seeking lower energy prices
Rising energy prices have opened the door to increasing numbers of opportunists promising to deliver cheaper business energy deals and it is very difficult to detect the rogues.
News from Utility Auditing (26 May 2006)
Large optics grinding system introduced
A ultra precision large optics grinder has been developed in response to the significant increase in the number of large mirror segments and machines them in hours, not days.
News from Cranfield Precision (26 May 2006)
Malvern extends contract services in France
Malvern Instruments has extended its provision of contract testing services for particle characterization in France following the an agreement with the Laboratoire de Genie Chimique.
News from Malvern Instruments (26 May 2006)
Additional expandable nylon pipe plugs added
Additional sizes of expandable nylon plugs have been introduced and are used widely in the heat exchanger, industrial pipeline and plumbing industries as temporary seals during testing. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (26 May 2006)
Mill-turn centre accepts 7000kg parts
A a 3.4m bed, mill-turn machine is dedicated to the efficient, serial production of large parts typically required in the tool- and mould-making, automotive and aerospace industries.
News from DMG (UK) (26 May 2006)
Next UK fastener and assembly show scheduled
Following the success of their last show, it is expected that the UK's top suppliers of fastening and assembly equipment will be present at the Fastening Solutions Exhibitions in September 2006.
News from Fastening Solutions (26 May 2006)
Macro CNC sells machine tools at MACH 2006
In the build up to MACH 2006 Macro CNC received orders for two of the Miyano fixed head turning centres that were to be shown and once the show was underway the success continued.
News from Miyano UK (26 May 2006)
Precision turning company orders more CNC autos
Precision turning specialist APT Leicester has underlined its continuing expansion by confirming orders at last week's MACH show for two Star SR-10J high productivity CNC lathes.
News from APT Leicester (Automatic Precision Turning) (26 May 2006)
Robot designed for long reach applications
A 6-axis robot mounted on a linear unit is designed for applications that entail long reach tasks and is available in four configurations with different reaches and working ranges. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (26 May 2006)
Cutting tool enquiries double at MACH 2006
Having invested in the company's largest stand yet at a UK MACH exhibition, WNT (UK) reports that enquiries taken at the exhibition were double that of two years ago. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (26 May 2006)
First quarter sales buoyant reports ACI (UK)
Measurement and control specialist ACI (UK) reports increased Q1 sales for the ranges of Acu-Rite, Anilam and Quadra-Chek Metronics digital readouts and computer numerical control systems.
News from ACI (UK) (26 May 2006)
Multi-function machine sold in first hours
MACH 2006 got off to a tremendous start for Yamazaki Mazak with an order from Lymington Precision Engineers for a Mazak Integrex e-650 H 4m bed multi-function machine. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (26 May 2006)
Competition staged to promote CNC automatics
An innovative competition - 'In The Fast lane' - was launched by Star GB on the first morning of MACH 2006 as an incentive to invest in the latest, high-productivity sliding-headstock lathes.
News from Star Micronics GB (26 May 2006)
Tooling company rates MACH show a success
TaeguTec reports MACH 2006 "a complete success" wheree it demonstrated turning, drilling and milling products that included the new Chase F-Ball, the ChaseFeed and the ChaseMini.
News from TaeguTec UK (26 May 2006)
Complex parts batch made from 5-axis machines
Batch production of aluminium components using 5-axis machining is now available from Hemlock Engineering, following the purchase of a second Mikron machining centre in just four months.
News from Hemlock Engineering (26 May 2006)
Brochure to educate on finishing technology
An eight page finishing brochure is designed to educate the market to the vast potential usage for its blast finishing, spray washing and ultrasonic cleaning equipment. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (26 May 2006)
Repetitive drilling and tapping made easier
Drilling systems remove time consuming and labour intensive work by providing the means of swiftly and accurately drilling all holes via a pre-defined user program.
News from Meddings Flott (26 May 2006)
Electronic drill/tap machines have chip breaking
In addition to the comprehensive range of features already offered with electronic drilling and tapping machines, the standard specification now includes a chip breaking mode for both models.
News from Meddings Flott (26 May 2006)
Increase in new orders of 30% planned
New installations in German-speaking countries are growing.
News from ABAS Software AG (26 May 2006)
Low Cost UK Telephone Services
Band Telecom, brings Broadband Low Cost Telephone Services to UK Businesses
News from Band Telecom (26 May 2006)
High-Octane Customer Referral Program
Telecoms and superfast broadband provider Biscit launches a customer referral program that could dramatically raise the blood pressure of customers and their friends.
News from BISCit Internet (26 May 2006)
Everton gets smarter with BT and TeamCard
User Application Article Everton Football Club supporters are to benefit from a new electronic ticketing, stadium access and reward scheme, with the introduction of a smartcard solution provided by BT.
News from BT Global Services (26 May 2006)
Tower Case with easy access USB and Audio ports
ENlight UK announces the arrival of ATX Tower Case, EN 4107 with easy access USB and Audio ports
News from ENLight UK (26 May 2006)
Gradual Software Appoints Distributor in Italy
TechnoSolutions to distribute full range of automated publishing solutions.
News from Gradual Software (26 May 2006)
Software diffuses demographic time bomb
The Works Software has announced software to address the start of baby boomer retirements and how to stop the experience of operational staff walking out with them.
News from The Works Software (26 May 2006)
2006 BE Award winners
Bentley Announces Winners of 2006 BE Awards of Excellence
News from Bentley Systems (26 May 2006)
Professional Solution for Design Visualisation
NPower Software announces Power Translators Pro The Professional Solution for Design Visualisation
News from nPower Software (26 May 2006)
Mobile Solutions for Enterprises
Collaboration based on KDDI's Wireless LAN Business Handset, E02SA.
News from Oki Electric Industry (26 May 2006)
ProofMaster provides all-in-one solution
Wide format proofing, printing and cutting software goes live at Fespa Digital
News from PerfectProof Europe NV (26 May 2006)
Profibus: the answer to your questions
What have you always wanted to ask about Profibus, and fieldbus automation systems, in relation to your plant? The 2006 Profibus International User Conference can give you the answer
News from Profibus Group (26 May 2006)
Domino Acquires RFID Specialist
Domino Printing Sciences has acquired Enterprise Information Systems (EIS), a specialist in automatic identification and data capture systems integration.
News from Domino Printing Sciences plc (26 May 2006)
DuPont Proves Moulding Resin On Turkish Cosmetics
User Application Article The latest cosmetic applications in Turkey demonstrate the growing global appeal of elegant and functional Surlyn moulding resin from DuPont.
News from DuPont (UK) (26 May 2006)
Robot For Long Reaches Through Narrow Openings
KUKA Robotics has introduced the KUKA Jet robot, a six-axis robot mounted on a linear unit. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (26 May 2006)
Lipstick From Organic Polymer 100% Biodegradable
RPC Cresstale has completed the first trial production of a 100 per cent biodegradable lipstick.
News from RPC Containers (26 May 2006)
new Financial Controller For Strapping Firm
Steve Reed is the new Financial Controller at the UK operation of Strapex, one of the world's leading suppliers of end of line strapping and stretch-wrapping equipment, based in Aldridge near Walsall.
News from Strapex (UK) (26 May 2006)
Nestle Specifies Smart Labels In To Sauces' Packs
Nestle has confirmed it will be incorporating three-day Timestrip smart labels in to its standard packaging for Maggi ready to use sauces.
News from Timestrip UK (26 May 2006)
Aja new checkscale software
Aja update their OPUS Manual Checkscale Network Software to Wi Fi with automatic minimum or 'e' weight optimising module.
News from Aja (26 May 2006)
New method of weighing meat products
Fresh meat suppliers and packers of FIXED WEIGHT retail packs are constantly struggling to find ways of reducing and controlling GIVE AWAY with difficult to handle fresh and sticky meat products
News from Aja (26 May 2006)
Work platforms used to service RAF Tornado jets
User Application Article A British work platform that provides a safe and protected working environment for operatives working up to 7m off the ground, has been supplied to the RAF for servicing Tornado GR4 (bombers).
News from Lobo Systems (26 May 2006)
Non-contact measuring machine has low cost
An enhanced non-contact measuring machine provides a flexible, low cost measurement capability, for small batch producers such as tool makers and engineering subcontractors.
News from OGP UK (25 May 2006)
Multi-sensor machines measure plastics/tools
Multi-sensor measuring machines feature high resolution imaging, advanced LED lighting, zoom optics and 32 bit metrology software for measuring plastics components and associated tooling.
News from OGP UK (25 May 2006)
Heavy duty 2-axis, 50HP CNC lathe introduced
Shown for the first time among CNC lathes at MACH 2006 was a heavy duty 2-axis slant bed 50HP lathe has turning length of 1800mm and diameter of 700mm, and is for large shaft work.
News from Ward Hi-Tech (25 May 2006)
Five-axis machining centre shown for first time
A 5-axis machining centre of rigid portal type design and combining big capacity with a high level of structural robustness was shown at MACH 2006 alongside a universal bed-type miller.
News from Ward Hi-Tech (25 May 2006)
CNC punch press has 3D forming capability
CNC punch press that is as easy to install, operate and program includes three-dimensional forming and tapping can also produce profiles quickly, easily and economically. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (25 May 2006)
Slat cleaner removes flatbed laser slag build-up
A slat cleaner that saves time, costs and enhances workpiece finish provides an easy method of removing slag build-up during flatbed laser processing from support slats and pallets. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (25 May 2006)
Review of abrasives usage cuts costs by 22%
User Application Article Abrasives supplier has helped a UK metal spinning company to cut costs by 22%; by cutting process time - using high metal removal fibre discs - and reducing consumption of abrasives.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (25 May 2006)
Pack helps meet hand-arm vibration rules
Stringent new regulations will reduce acceptable vibration levels by as much as 37% and an information pack will help comply with the new EU regulations on hand-arm vibration at work.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (25 May 2006)
Flexible grinding discs offer high quality finish
High performance discs help reduce hand-arm vibration levels without compromising work efficiency and offer the highest abrasive performance with minimal vibration and reduced noise levels.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (25 May 2006)
General purpose fibre discs offer stability
Blue general purpose fibre discs offer good performance and stability at a competitive price, using a reliable alumina zirconia abrasive, giving good performance on mild and stainless steels.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (25 May 2006)
Abrasive belt delivers improved surface quality
Turbine blade manufacturers will benefit from a novel approach to finishing belt design, which offers improved life, better surface finish and a consistent cut throughout belt life.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (25 May 2006)
Abrasives suppliers showed latest grinding systems
Manufacturing efficiency were shown to be improved in 'one stop' at MACH 2006 where three suppliers joined forces to offer consultation on grinding issues, and demonstrate latest technology.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (25 May 2006)
Improve traceability, accountability in machining
Improve traceability and accountability of manufacturing processes in harsh machine tool environments with identification systems that provide reliable product tracking and identification.
News from Balluff UK (25 May 2006)
High speed RFID identifies parts quickly
High speed RFID identification system gives fast and efficient parts identification using high-speed data transmission, using high capacity data carriers and heads reading large information blocks.
News from Balluff UK (25 May 2006)
Through-beam sensor detects very small parts
A new L-shaped through-beam laser - or red light - sensor detects extremely small parts, and is available with angle slot lengths from 22mm to 62mm allowing for maximum versatility.
News from Balluff UK (25 May 2006)
Machine tool sensors brochure published
A Sensors for Machine Tools Brochure incorporates the most popular sensors - including special sensors - used within the machine tool environment as well as application advice.
News from Balluff UK (25 May 2006)
Linear transducers provide high accuracy
Micropulse magnetostrictive linear position transducers are for use in hydraulic cylinders for position feedback or as a level monitor with aggressive media in food and chemical industries.
News from Balluff UK (25 May 2006)
Compact sensors have numerical digital display
Compact sensors with numerical digital display allow application parameters to be input via two keys and the measuring values to be read in plain text during running operation.
News from Balluff UK (25 May 2006)
CNC auto toolholders ensure repeatable tool change
Quick-change insert holders for CNC automatic lathes - of either pre-set or fixed length, and often with more tools - uses a ridge location system to ensure rigid and repeatable tool change.
News from Floyd Automatic Tooling (25 May 2006)
UK automatic lathe tooling business expands
Enjoying a significant sales growth, Floyd Automatic Tooling of Hertfordshire, UK, has expanded its team with the introduction of new internal sales engineer Russell Layton.
News from Floyd Automatic Tooling (25 May 2006)
Compact HMCs have fast pallet changer
Having an excellent price to performance ratio, compact horizontal machining centres have a fast 180 deg hydraulic pallet changer with high load capacity for safe and accurate pallet positioning.
News from Cincinnati Machine (25 May 2006)
Fixed table VMC has 5-axis spindle head
Fixed table vertical machining centre with a 5-axis spindle head performs full 5-sided machining making it an ideal choice for aerospace, precision machining and die and mould applications.
News from Cincinnati Machine (25 May 2006)
5-axis VMC has tilting/rotary table
A vertical machining centre with 5-axis integrated rotary table comfortably machines workpieces up to 400mm in diameter and 300mm high, and has up to 150 deg tilt capability.
News from Cincinnati Machine (25 May 2006)
Milling cutters work at higher feed rates
High stiffness and large rake angles give general purpose milling cutters smooth cutting performance and reduce cutting forces considerably, providing good machining at high feed rates.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Inserts raise cast iron turning productivity
Developed for machining ductile cast iron parts in dry and wet interrupted cutting, turning inserts have a fine-grain alpha aluminum oxide coating and highly micro-polished cutting edges.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Turning inserts are wear-resistant, tough
Insert grades for turning steels - including ferritic and martensitic stainless steels - are exceptionally wear-resistant and tough, and allow increases in feed and the depth of the cut.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Single blade reamers are highly accurate
A single blade reaming system provides extremely accurate, finished bores to close geometrical tolerances in steel, cast iron, titanium, stainless steel and aluminium.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Driven units increase NL CNC lathe productivity
Driven units for the Mori Seiki NL Series of turning machines allow additional machining processes to be carried out in a single setting, reducing downtime and secondary set-up time.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Whisker-reinforced ceramic turns alloys faster
Whisker-reinforced ceramic ensures an extremely high machining speed when working with highly heat-resistant aerospace alloys and cast materials with high Brinell hardness.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Multi-station tools suit mill-turn centres
For modern multi-purpose turning and milling machines, a novel multi-station tooling system increases the efficiency and flexibility of these machines by reducing tool changes.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Modular clamping changes lathe tools quickly
A new modular quick-change tooling system for use on conventional and CNC lathes dramatically increases the flexibility and productivity of turning machines with no need for any modification.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2006)
Borg Warner awards GBP 200,000 order to DLoG
Through a GBP 200,000 order, DLoG will supply 50 Industrial PCs to Borg Warner, which will be networked to metal cutting and assembly machines at the customer's Bradford, UK site.
News from DLoG (UK) (25 May 2006)
Russian show to feature metalworking productivity
Latest productivity ideas for CNC machine tools include a compact touch probe for machining centres and mill-turn machines and tool recognition system for high-speed tool breakage detection. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (25 May 2006)
CNC data code loader, is portable
One portable CNC data code loader, designed for all types of CNCs, performs the functions previously covered by a PC or a laptop computer to store and edit CNC code externally.
News from Digitech Engineers (25 May 2006)
Sourcing moulded plastics parts in China
The key to successfully manufacturing plastics injection mouldings in China, and to enjoy the massive cost savings available, is to source the right manufacturing plant at the first time of asking.
News from China First Plastics (25 May 2006)
Over 23,000 visit Italian metalforming show
Over 23,000 visits were registered at Lamiera, the exhibition dedicated to the sheet metal forming technologies and over 1,000 foreign visitors representing 70 countries were recorded.
News from UCIMU (25 May 2006)
Hydraulic clamps hold smaller parts precisely
Workholding range has single and double acting ram's with a broad range of mounting options, compact metric block cylinders and an extended range of HydraClamps for 360 deg holding. Brochure Available
News from WDS (25 May 2006)
Rotary production machining cells ordered
Within six months of its world launch at EMO 2005 machine tool exhibition in Hannover, four Mikron NRG-50 12 station rotary production machining cells have been ordered for European factories.
News from Mikron Machining Technology (25 May 2006)
Inspection of large diameter, heating cylinders
User Application Article To ensure that large diameter, heating cylinders at a paper company continue to function without disrupting production athey are comprehensively inspected during every annual shut-down.
News from NDT Inspection & Testing (25 May 2006)
Abas Trade for retail companies
ERP trade solution optimises business processes
News from ABAS Software AG (25 May 2006)
Metro Group Goes Live with Intermec Gen 2 RFID
User Application Article Metro Group has gone live with Intermec Gen 2 RFID (radio frequency identification) technology in its Cash and Carry wholesale stores throughout Germany.
News from Intermec Technologies (25 May 2006)
Oracle and Servigistics Form Alliance
Oracle and Servigistics Form Alliance to Enable Service Business Transformation
News from Servigistics (25 May 2006)
UK Durability and Weld Fatigue Seminars
Your chance to attend two weld fatigue and durability seminars presented by noted fatigue and durability authority, Professor John Draper, CEO of Safe Technology and Dr Pingsha Dong
News from Safe Technology (25 May 2006)
Shop Floor Scheduler will increase efficiency
Visiprise Expands its Manufacturing Operations Solution with Acquisition of RSS Solutions
News from Visiprise (25 May 2006)
Integration is key to new InfoWorks WS version 7.5
Wallingford Software announces that InfoWorks WS v7.5, scheduled for release next quarter, will contain many exciting new additions to the leading water network management solution.
News from Wallingford Software (25 May 2006)
Comprehensive AMD Chipset Support
Via delivers full line of solutions for upcoming range of AMD products including the latest AMD Athlon 64 FX-62 and AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ dual-core processors. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (25 May 2006)
"Animals Always" sculpture facilitated by Scan2CAD
User Application Article This Thursday sees the unveiling of celebrated American metal sculptor Albert Paley's "Animals Always" sculpture at the St Louis Zoo, MO facilitated by a combination of Scan2CAD and AutoCAD
News from Softcover International (25 May 2006)
Version One and Infor Partnership
Version One and Infor Partnership Will Help Distributors Save Time and Money
News from Version One (25 May 2006)
Digital radio test set software
Aeroflex 3900 Series digital radio test set software now emulates Agilent 8920 analog radio production tests.
News from Aeroflex (25 May 2006)
Hardware accelerators and prototyping tools
Aldec, a pioneer in mixed-language simulation, hardware accelerators and prototyping tools has been awarded a new patent for automatic conversion of ASIC designs into FPGA devices.
News from Aldec (25 May 2006)
Precision handheld and benchtop gauges
The Shan brand of precision handheld and benchtop gauges is now available in the USA from Allen Designs and selected distributors in the USA.
News from Allen Designs (25 May 2006)
Fraction collector gives flow rates to 200 ml/min
The Gilson Prepfc fraction collector, now available from Anachem is an ideal solution that includes a three-way valve providing flow rates up to 200 ml/min. Brochure Available
News from Anachem (25 May 2006)
Bridge inspection includes CCTV survey
User Application Article Bridgeway Consulting, a specialist railway engineering services company, was contracted by Mouchel Parkman to inspect the historic Conwy railway bridge.
News from Ashtead Technology Rentals (25 May 2006)
Conditioning orifice plate for high pressure apps
Emerson has enhanced the Rosemount 1595 Conditioning Orifice Plate, enabling use in high pressure applications to ANSI 2500 and DIN PN100.
News from Emerson Process Management (25 May 2006)
Appointments for technical recruitment
Specialist technical and engineering recruitment company, NES, has announced the appointment of Matt Cody, Dale Pearce and James Whittle as associate directors.
News from NES Group (25 May 2006)
Level sensor meets overfill protection needs
Emerson Process Management has announced that its Mobrey Squing 2 level sensor has been issued overfill protection by the Federal Institute for Construction Technology (DIBt).
News from Mobrey Measurement (25 May 2006)
Customer satisfaction levels rewarded
Waters has announced that it is the recipient of its fifth consecutive Omega Northface Scoreboard Award for exceeding customer expectations in service and satisfaction.
News from Waters (25 May 2006)
Mould maker benefits from laser tool repair
User Application Article Investment in a laser welding tooling repair system has allowed a mould maker to provide a 24h turnaround on most parts and an emergency support and repair service (by arrangement). Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (25 May 2006)
Multipurpose friction feeder
PSI develops a multi purpose friction feeder capable of feeding difficult stocks such as envelopes and thin paper products
News from PSI Engineering (25 May 2006)
GE introduces new white Ultem film
The new film coat eliminates opaque topcoat for bar code labels
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (25 May 2006)
Major players at digital print CIC steering group
Some of the world's largest print providers have joined the newly formed steering group for the UK's first Centre for Industrial Collaboration (CIC) in Digital Printing at the University of Leeds.
News from Xaar (25 May 2006)
Access and control system extended
Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced a range of key interlock modules for its eGard system.
News from Fortress Interlocks (25 May 2006)
Recyclable bulk bag replaces wooden pallets
An environmentally-friendly pallet-less bulk bag is designed for the efficient and secure packaging, storage and transportation of dry, loose and bulk products.
News from Tellap Inc (25 May 2006)
DuPont Surlyn strengthens its position
DuPont Surlyn strengthens its position in the Turkish cosmetic industry
News from DuPont (UK) (25 May 2006)
New UK/Eire distributor for No Skidding Products
HANDL Solutions is proud to announce its appointment as the exclusive UK and Eire distributor for No Skidding Products.
News from Handl Solutions (25 May 2006)
Turning centre has NC electric tailstock
An NC electric tailstock that delivers quick set-up with no manual intervention was fitted to a 30kW/3300 rev/min turning centre at MACH 2006 - of 420mm diameter x 1538mm machining capacity. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 May 2006)
Aqueous cleaning systems have high quality
Technical Background Article The aqueous-based component cleaning technology has been shown to deliver extremely high quality results, whilst avoiding many potential environmental issues associated with alternative methods.
News from MecWash Systems (24 May 2006)
Vertical turning centre size increased
High-speed vertical turning machines with linear motor drive that can also perform auxiliary operations such as milling, drilling and tapping now include a 400mm diameter chuck capacity.
News from DMG (UK) (24 May 2006)
Inverted spindle turning centre can hard turn
Ideally suited to automotive applications, a 26kW inverted spindle turning centre can be used either as a stand-alone machine or combined into an automated two-machine cell. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 May 2006)
Latest CNC enhances machining centre efficiency
New CNC system enhances the capabilities of 'one-hit' machining centres and the interface between them and the operator and/or remote production management and control. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 May 2006)
Mill-turn centres make full use of 3D-CAD
Key features among the developments of 'fourth generation', 'one-hit' mill-turn centres is the ability to use 3D-CAD, linear guides in all axes, and 0.0001 deg increments in B- and C-axis. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 May 2006)
Mill-turn centre machines complex parts 'in one'
The combination of three turrets, twin spindles and eight axes in a mill-turn centre allows complex components - in for medium volume production - to be machined in a single set-up. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 May 2006)
Mill-turn centre changes 1m long boring bars
Whether turning or milling the heavy duty machining capability of a mill-turn centre - capable of automatically changing 1m boring bars - provides a powerful platform for high productivity machining. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 May 2006)
Close pitch milling cutter ups feeds by 100%
Taking advantage of additional cutting edges (10 instead of 7) to increase table feed by 100%, a close pitch milling cutter can reduce medium and finish machining times in steel up to 50%. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (24 May 2006)
Parting/grooving tool is narrower
A parting and grooving tool design, whereby several inserts are joined together, allows rapid changeover when an edge becomes worn - inserts can be manufactured with a narrower profile. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (24 May 2006)
Threading inserts offer better swarf control
The sintered chipbreaker available on the latest range of ground profile, threading inserts provides much greater swarf control than the previously available ground chipbreaker. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (24 May 2006)
Variable pitch milling cutters raise productivity
Variable pitch geometry, solid carbide milling cutters have a number of features that benefit end-users with increased metal removal rates in steel and, therefore, enhanced productivity. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (24 May 2006)
Face milling cutters replace grinding operations
Face milling cutters that eliminate many grinding operations feature through coolant and twin, face mounted, inserts that can be adjusted in microns to produce surface finishes Rz ? 2.5 micron. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (24 May 2006)
Side and face cutters mill narrow slots
Indexable-insert, side and face milling cutters mill slots as narrow as 2.3mm by 49mm deep and are available in two grades, for milling either steels or cast iron and non-ferrous materials. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (24 May 2006)
'Gap' between DROs and CNCs is narrowing
Latest digital readout system for milling and turning machines has LCD screen and is available with 2- or 3-axis capability - without any price penalty over the 2-axis model that it supersedes. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (24 May 2006)
CNC introduced for 3- /4-axis machining centres
Introduced to the UK market at MACH 2006 exhibition, the Heidenhain TNC 320 CNC is intended for the less advanced machine tools, typically three or four axis machining centres. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (24 May 2006)
CNC imports DXF files directly
The widespread use of DXF files created in CAD programs has lead Heidenhain to develop a function that allows direct import of these files to its iTNC 530 CNC control system. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) (24 May 2006)
Ultrasonics plus jetting clean parts effectively
The use of ultrasonic cleaning and dedicated jetting - all within the existing wash chamber - enables users to enhance performance, even for the most difficult cleaning tasks.
News from MecWash Systems (24 May 2006)
Upstroking circular saws are fast, accurate
Patented, precision upstroking circular saws are used world-wide for fast, highly accurate cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, with circa 35,000 in operation worldwide.
News from Kaltenbach (24 May 2006)
Straight-cutting bandsaws process sections
Automatic straight-cutting bandsaws process small to medium material sections, as well as plate, angle, tube and small structural steel sections - options include additional CNC.
News from Kaltenbach (24 May 2006)
Systems punch, shear and drill steel sections
Punching and shearing systems provide significant production benefits for the special requirements of steel fabrication, flat and angle steel punching, shearing and drilling.
News from Kaltenbach (24 May 2006)
Saw cuts 70mm diameter bar in under 15s
A high volume, straight cutting circular sawing system performs rapid, accurate straight cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous materials, with a cutting cycle of under 15s for 70mm diameter bar.
News from Kaltenbach (24 May 2006)
Turbine shot blaster cleans steel sections
A turbine shot blaster cleans and prepares small to large workpieces with a width capacity of 1m x 400mm high, which readily lends itself for example to preparing type 914 beams.
News from Kaltenbach (24 May 2006)
Single spindle driller contends multi-spindles
Single-spindle, 3-axis drilling machines for the structural fabrication industry achieve multi-spindle performance and rapidly index from a vertical position to 90 deg horizontally left and right.
News from Kaltenbach (24 May 2006)
'Entry level' priced machine tools succeed
User Application Article Entry level' vertical machining centre is characterised by long axis travel, a compact design, excellent performance, starting price of GBP 39,950 and typically cutting 20% off production time.
News from DMG (UK) (24 May 2006)
Ultrasonic machining cuts hard materials
Ultrasonic machining system, using linear motor powere axes, combines hard machining of advanced, normally 'unmachinable' materials and conventional HSC-milling on a single machine.
News from DMG (UK) (24 May 2006)
5-axis centre machines wide materials variety
User Application Article Extremely high 5-axis machine stability allows the Renault F1 Team to machine a wide variety of materials, including high silicon aluminium and high tungsten steel, as well as carbon fibre composites.
News from DMG (UK) (24 May 2006)
Machining centre is smaller, faster, more stable
Linear motor axes feature a 5-axis/five-sides machining centre, which being smaller than its predecessor, has longer X and Y axes, undercutting capability and greater stability and rigidity.
News from DMG (UK) (24 May 2006)
Coolant dedicated to magnesium alloy cutting
A dedicated, cost competitive coolant that is compatible with virtually all magnesium alloys up to 4000 ppm provides exceptionally clean running and maintains tool sharpness for optimal cutting.
News from Master Chemical Europe (24 May 2006)
Medium wave infra-red lamps speed drying
Fast response, medium wave infra-red NDA lamps - developed as fit-for-fit replacements for short wave units - improve drying for water-based products such as inks, paints and varnishes.
News from Victory (Heatlight Technology) (24 May 2006)
Fastest 2D laser cutting machine wins UK award
World's fastest 2D laser cutting machine - exhibited for the first time in the UK - won the 'Best Metal Forming/Fabrication Machine' category in Metalworking Production awards at MACH 2006. Brochure Available
News from Prima Industrie UK (24 May 2006)
Selection methods letting employers down
Recruiters use a wide range of methods when selecting successful job applicants but only a handful of them actually believe they are a useful way of predicting a person's likely success in the job.
News from Cranfield School of Management (24 May 2006)
Free Superfast Broadband Package
User Application Article Consumers Nationwide Flock to Biscit's New Voice and Free Superfast Broadband Package
News from BISCit Internet (24 May 2006)
Innovative police data mobility solution
BT demonstrates innovative police data mobility solution at ACPO-APA exhibition
News from BT Global Services (24 May 2006)
Portable Photogrammetry Solutions
Geodetic Systems' Portable Photogrammetry Solutions Travel to the 2006 FEIMAFE International Trade Show in San Paulo, Brazil
News from Geodetic Systems, Inc. (24 May 2006)
TBC Corporation Makes Safe Passage to SAP
User Application Article Leading Marketer of Tires for the Automotive Replacement Market Turns to SAP to Increase Growth, Reduce Costs and Manage Retail, Wholesale and Franchisee Lines of Business
News from SAP (24 May 2006)
SAP Expands Presence in Brazil
SAP Global Service Center in Latin America to Meet Growing Local and Global Demand.
News from SAP (24 May 2006)
Tascomi to develop the new SGBC website
User Application Article Tascomi are delighted to have won the contract to develop the new Southern Group Building Control (SGBC) website.
News from Tascomi Ltd (24 May 2006)
New performance and scalability benchmarks
WareLite publish new performance and scalability benchmarks for their grid-based Event Driven Application Server, WL BOSS
News from WareLite Ltd (24 May 2006)
Viking range chooses PDM solution
User Application Article Maker of ultra-premium kitchen appliances chooses faster time to market and high ROI
News from Dassault Systemes (24 May 2006)
The supply chain becomes a key innovation drive
User Application Article Kovovyroba Hoffmann fosters collaborative innovation with global automotive OEMs using PLM solutions
News from Dassault Systemes (24 May 2006)
Geomagic Red Herring 100 North America Winner
Geomagic has been selected as a winner of the Red Herring 100 North America.
News from Geomagic (24 May 2006)
IGE+XAO Group launches "SEE Building LT
IGE+XAO Group launches "SEE Building LT", an entry level software package dedicated to building professionals
News from IGE+XAO UK (24 May 2006)
Exstream and Guidewire Announce Alliance
Companies Join Forces to Deliver End-to-End Document and Policy Administration Solution for Property and Casualty Insurers
News from Exstream Software (24 May 2006)
Industrial diffusion pump has energy saving mode
BOC Edwards, leading vacuum pump manufacturer, has launched a new industrial diffusion pump, the HT16B.
News from Edwards (24 May 2006)
WiMAX reference library integrated into software
CoWare has, announced a new WiMAX Reference Library integrated into CoWare Signal Processing Designer (formerly known as SPW).
News from CoWare (24 May 2006)
Challenge of coeluting compounds in white paper
Contract laboratories are under tremendous pressure to increase throughput or production and improve detection limits.
News from Ion Signature Technology (24 May 2006)
Glass, footwear and tool mark analysis
LGC Forensics, the newly branded forensics division of LGC, will be exhibiting at the ACPO Exhibition 2006.
News from LGC (24 May 2006)
Digital camera offers high image acquisition rates
The new Olympus DP71 digital camera offers unmatched versatility for microscopists, combining highest sensitivity with market-leading image acquisition rates and colour match performance. Brochure Available
News from Olympus Life Science Europa (24 May 2006)
FRAM memory technology for smart airbags
Ramtron International has announced that Hyundai Autonet of Korea has selected non-volatile FRAM memory technology for smart airbags and occupant sensors in Hyundai automobiles among others.
News from Ramtron International (24 May 2006)
Maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment
Radleys maintains a team of experienced, factory-trained engineers who are fully conversant and skilled in maintaining and repairing most types of popular laboratory equipment.
News from Radleys (24 May 2006)
DVD presents reaction station
Radleys has announced a new DVD that provides a comprehensive introduction as to why the Carousel 12 Reaction Station has become the world's most popular personal parallel chemistry synthesiser.
News from Radleys (24 May 2006)
Contract for supply of complex channeliser design
RF Engines (RFEL), experts in signal processing for FPGA, have been awarded a contract by Thales' Land and Joint Systems Division for the supply of a complex channeliser design.
News from RF Engines (24 May 2006)
Greater flexibility from LIMS
Thermo Electron has announced enhancements to its Galileo LIMS, providing greater flexibility for high throughput ADMET experiments that facilitate lead optimization in drug discovery. Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (24 May 2006)
Automated proofreading system added
The Value Engineering Alliance has announced the addition of an automated proofreading system, the PSIFEYE, to its array of application-specific system solutions.
News from Value Engineering Alliance (24 May 2006)
Palm handheld video capture device
Moritex has announced the launch of the PalmScope PS-103 handheld video capture device.
News from Moritex Europe (24 May 2006)
Dip Seal protective coatings enviro-friendly
Dip Seal's 'hot dip, strippable coatings' package components, structures and assemblies from corrosion and mechanical damage both on and off shore during transportation.
News from QSCD (24 May 2006)
Firstaid4sport supports Soccer Aid
User Application Article Online first aid supplier Firstaid4sport has provided the organisers involved in Soccer Aid with specialised first aid equipment to help them avoid injuries.
News from Firstaid4sport.co.uk (24 May 2006)
Detectamet Super X metal-detectable plastic pens
E-Components and Chains is launching a Detectamet Super X Range of Metal Detectable Plastic Pens.
News from E-Components and Chains (24 May 2006)
Water recycling gives major costs savings
A free standing, mobile unit can be connected to aqueous parts washing systems to maintain wash solution quality and maximise cleaning performance over extended periods of time.
News from Aqua-save Technologies (24 May 2006)
LAN based, high speed DNC works with HAAS CNCs
A LAN-RS232 converter with DNC software works well with HAAS vertical machining centres in drip feed mode to handle large program files for CNC mould and die machining.
News from Digitech Engineers (23 May 2006)
Intelligent drives maker appoints UK agents
German manufacturer of intelligent servo drives, Metronix, has appointed Motor Technology as agent in a move to make its full range of products more readily available in the UK.
News from Motor Technology (23 May 2006)
Door interlock safety switches are tamperproof
Tamperproof door interlock safety switches, which conform with OSHA - are designed to protect workers in potentially hazardous situations and as a more reliable alternative to limit switches.
News from Idec Electronics (23 May 2006)
Device measures wet particle size continuously
Liquid process sizer device is designed for continuous at- or on-line use to accurately measure process streams, from highly concentrated mineral slurries through to lipid emulsions.
News from Malvern Instruments (23 May 2006)
Pressure sensitive adhesive tape resists heat
PEEK tape with pressure sensitive adhesive is 'super-tough', strong, flexible and resistant to very high temperatures and chemicals, coupled with friction and wear and heat resistant properties.
News from CS Hyde Company (23 May 2006)
Automation tooling systems firm moves into China
ATS Automation Tooling Systems has entered into a strategic relationship with GD Technologies, a China-based precision machining company, and is expanding two automation systems facilities.
News from ATS Automation Tooling Systems (23 May 2006)
Made2Manage Systems acquires Encompix
Made2Manage Systems has completed its acquisition of Encompix, one the latter company's founders approaching retirement and its clients really needed a larger software company.
News from Encompix (23 May 2006)
Software generates assembly lines rapidly
A computer based, assembly system specification tool enables information to be rapidly entered in a traceable format that enables rapid generation of a complete assembly line specification.
News from TQC (23 May 2006)
E-mailed alarm calls warn of MAP gas problems
Food and pharmaceutical packaging engineers/technicians no longer have to be in the vicinity of a modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) line to be aware of line gas mixing problems.
News from Witt Gas Techniques (23 May 2006)
Arc welding robot offers high/smooth speeds
Arc welding robot - with high speeds and smooth movements to shorten production time - incorporates easy-to-use software used in processes such as arc welding to plasma arc cutting.
News from ICS Triplex (23 May 2006)
In-mould labeling benefits plastics packaging
In-mould labeling for plastics packaging is being marketed as an alternative to dry-offset printing and offers full photographic quality, top to bottom container coverage and 100% colours shading.
News from IPL Packaging (23 May 2006)
Software targets manufacturing cost reduction
Design for manufacture and assembly software guides engineers through the process of simplifying a product design, then quickly estimates assembly labor and part manufacturing costs.
News from Boothroyd Dewhurst (23 May 2006)
MIG welder's torch changed without tools
A professional three phase arc welding machine has a MIG welding torch, which can be removed and reconnected without tools, using an industry standard 'Euro' Central Adaptor. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (23 May 2006)
Light duty floor stands mount light curtains
Designed as an alternative solution to light curtain mounting needs, Light Duty Floor Stands are for mounting STI's safety light curtains, as well as their PA4600 Perimeter Access Guarding Device.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (23 May 2006)
Syncroscopy, Leica Microsystems sign software deal
Syncroscopy, a world leader in producing novel digital imaging systems for microscopy, has signed a major software licensing deal with Leica Microsystems. Brochure Available
News from Syncroscopy (23 May 2006)
Software processes variety of image visualisation
Advanced image processing software offers an extensive selection of image visualisation, processing and segmentation tools to process any volumetric 3D data from MRI, CT, and Micro-CT scanners.
News from Simpleware (23 May 2006)
Improving the reliability of metal wire test data
There is great potential for improvement using automation of metal wire testing and a small automatic feed system with a magazine for 20 samples has been developed to reduce time. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (23 May 2006)
Injection-moulded parts produced in three days
Thanks to its recent investment in, CNC machining centres, the Protomold Company can offer production quality, finished injection-moulded parts - from CAD model - in just three days.
News from Protomold UK (23 May 2006)
Rapid rate thermal cycle chamber tests electronics
A rapid rate thermal cycle chamber for testing and monitoring miniaturised high density semiconductor devices provides a rapid temperature change of at least 20 deg C/minute.
News from Unitemp (23 May 2006)
Versatile checkweigher sorts and classifies
A high-speed dynamic check weigher can be combined with lead on/lead off conveyors, bar coders and metal detection equipment to give a fully automated check weighing package.
News from Applied Weighing International (23 May 2006)
Radar probes raise level measurement efficiency
To help users enhance safety and efficiency, special probes for level measurement prevent leakage and perform reliably when exposed to high temperature and pressure conditions.
News from Emerson Process Management (23 May 2006)
Reviewing thermoplastic elastomer technology
Thermoplastic elastomers continue to show healthy growth, due to their unique combination of elastomeric properties with thermoplastic processibility and recyclability.
News from Smithers Rapra (23 May 2006)
Grooving insert clamp avoids mill roll reworking
User Application Article By clamping from below 'stabbing' inserts using eccentric pins and screws, insert clamping failure and groove weld repairing was avoided.
News from Ceratizit UK (23 May 2006)
Photocells supplied in high-grade SS housing
Robust photocells supplied in high-grade stainless steel housings are suited for use in harsh environmental conditions as can be found in conveyor and packaging technology. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (23 May 2006)
SS handles resist wash-down installations
Tubular handles in stainless steel from will prove valuable to equipment manufacturers - especially those supplying the food processing, medical or pharmaceutical industries. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (23 May 2006)
Infrared camera has 100Hz full frame rate
Large format, cooled infrared camera delivers an outstanding 100Hz full frame rate while maintaining extraordinary linearity, high resolution and uncompromised sensitivity. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (23 May 2006)
Solid carbide cutters increase milling speeds
User Application Article Solid carbide milling cutters' geometry gives an extremely soft cutting action, which has reduced noise levels and improved surface finish , while increasing feeds and speeds. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (23 May 2006)
Pendulum impact machine tests plastics
A universal pendulum impact tester for Charpy, Izod, tensile impact and Dynstat tests on plastics ensures the highest level of integrity and traceability of results ever seen in such instruments. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines (23 May 2006)
Condition and vibration monitoring data recorded
Latest electronic event data recorder enables users to monitor tri-axial vibration and shock for periods up to one year and new memory management tools offer increased flexibility. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (23 May 2006)
PTFE-like material can be injection moulded
Thermoplastic material with a chemical composition similar to conventional PTFE can be processed by injection moulding - a new dimension in cost effectiveness and large volume PTFE production. Brochure Available
News from FTL Seals Technology (23 May 2006)
Frequency transmitter is three devices in one
Compact frequency transmitter enables the acquisition, monitoring and analysis of rotational speed data - such as from machines and plant systems that are deployed in hazardous areas.
News from Stahl (23 May 2006)
Insect exterminators granted ATEX approval
The Insectron range of insect exterminators is believed to be the first electronic insect exterminator granted ATEX approval for use in explosive, dusty and wet environments.
News from Insectron (23 May 2006)
Screwless terminal blocks are UL, VDE approved
UL and VDE approved screwless terminal blocks can now be supplied boxed in 36-way bundles with 10 end plates enabling users to create banks of terminals to meet their custom requirements.
News from Camden Electronics (23 May 2006)
'Innovate or die' was conference message
Innovation is the key to manufacturing success and in many fields the North West England is leading the way, a conference of the region's manufacturers has been told.
News from Manufacturing Institute (23 May 2006)
Press shops change oils - no flushing, refilling
A precision lubrication system will apply two different oils - or other fluids - as a fine, consistent film on to sheet metal stock up to 24in wide, without lengthy downtime for flushing or refilling.
News from EFD (23 May 2006)
Process control vice president elected
The Morgan Construction Company has elected Paul Riches as vice president of Process Control, which manages the design and engineering of advanced rolling mill controls.
News from Morgan Construction Company (23 May 2006)
CNC controls nine axes, five simultaneously
Latest CNC controls up to nine axes, five simultaneously, with high accuracy machining ensured by a sub-micron minimum program increment for conversational and EIA/ISO programming. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (23 May 2006)
High-speed horizontal machining centre is compact
A compact, high-speed horizontal machining centre is suitable for machining steel and aluminium workpieces within its 800mm diameter by 1000mm high maximum component envelope. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (23 May 2006)
More VMCs and HMCs overseen by one operator
VMCs and HMCs with a smaller machine footprint extends the number of machines a single operator can oversee from a much reduced floorspace requirement - so raising productivity. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (23 May 2006)
Digital valve positioner has Fieldbus links
An advanced valve positioner is a digital valve control device that controls valve pneumatic actuators in response to commands from a Fieldbus control system using FOUNDATION protocol.
News from Yokogawa UK (23 May 2006)
Global collaborative environment for 787
User Application Article Boeing's PLM implementation leads way in aerospace with Dassault Systemes' solutions
News from Dassault Systemes (23 May 2006)
Directors for biosystems firm
Cellexus Biosystems of Cambridgeshire, UK, has appointed two new non-executive Directors, Mr Robert Molloy and Mr Robert Cumming.
News from Cellexus Biosystems (23 May 2006)
Laboratory furnace combines radiant and microwave
A new range of laboratory furnaces that combine radiant and microwave heating is being launched by the UK furnace manufacturer Carbolite at Achema 2006 in Frankfurt in May. Brochure Available
News from Carbolite (Barloworld Scientific) (23 May 2006)
Engineering companies exhibit in North West
Over 200 of the north-west's finest engineering solutions providers will be exhibiting at North West Manufacturing.
News from ETES (23 May 2006)
Sales appointment at inspection equipment agent
Tim Carter has been appointed as Sales Manager at Metrology Direct.
News from Metrology Direct (23 May 2006)
Force, torque and compression from partnership
Metrology Direct has entered into a distributor partnership with Andilog, Paris.
News from Metrology Direct (23 May 2006)
Closing force of automatic doors measured
The Andidoor I measures in-situ the closing force of automatic doors, in accordance with the European standards EN 12453 and EN 12445.
News from Metrology Direct (23 May 2006)
Anaesthetic flow measurement products
Roxspur M + C has supplied Platon AGTF flow tubes to many of the world's manufacturers of anaesthetic equipment for over 30 years.
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (23 May 2006)
Isolated diaphragm solenoid valves
Sensortechnics has launched a new series of isolated diaphragm solenoid valves from Parker Life Sciences.
News from Sensortechnics UK (23 May 2006)
Service and support for automation products
Velocity11, a supplier of pioneering automation technology solutions for life science laboratories, has recently expanded the range of service and support accessible to customers via its website.
News from Velocity11 (23 May 2006)
PDM 2006 the designers choice
Plastics Design and Moulding (PDM 06), the UK event with a specific focus on the design and moulding of plastic products, will incorporate exciting features specifically aimed at the design community
News from PDM - Plastics Design and Moulding Expo (23 May 2006)
New overhead stretch wrapper
New pre-engineered overhead stretch wrapper combines quick delivery and low cost with over 100 bolt-on options Patented single-leg design is easy to install
News from Lantech (23 May 2006)
Aetna UK sales of stretch wrappers excellent
Bedfordshire based Aetna UK have announced that they have achieved record breaking sales for their ROBOPAC semi automatic pallet wrappers for the first 5 months of 2006
News from Aetna UK (23 May 2006)
New strapping machine to make UK debut at IPEX
The IPEX 2006 Show will see Strapex launch to the UK market a state of the art automatic vertical strapping machine, ideally suited to the exacting requirements of the print and paper industry.
News from Strapex (UK) (23 May 2006)
Bayer, Victrex and Polyone at PDM
Plastics Design and Moulding 2006 is attracting more global brand heavyweights from the materials sector to take part with the latest sign-ups including Bayer MaterialScience, Victrex and PolyOne.
News from PDM - Plastics Design and Moulding Expo (23 May 2006)
SS motor resists frequent wash-downs
User Application Article Investment in a stainless steel motor, to drive salad leaf cutting blades on a robot - subject to water and frequent hose wash downs - has paid for itself within one month.
News from Marlin Stainless (22 May 2006)
Subcontractor orders two laser sintering systems
The company FKM has ordered two further laser-sintering systems from EOS - an EOSINT P 700 and an EOSINT P 385 - and both machines will be used for laser-sintering of plastics parts.
News from EOS Electro Optical Systems (22 May 2006)
Optics group doubles first quarter sales
The Jenoptik Group reports a very good 1st quarter 2006 - having doubled sales - and operational divisional business benefited ifrom the good economic development.
News from Jenoptik (22 May 2006)
Absolute Vision appoints new software engineer
Absolute Vision, a specialist in two-dimensional (2D) code reading solutions and machine vision solutions has announced the appointment of Michael Smith as software engineer.
News from Absolute Vision (22 May 2006)
Thermo Electron and Fisher Scientific combine
Thermo Electron Corporation and Fisher Scientific International have unanimously approved a definitive agreement to combine the two companies in a tax-free, stock-for-stock exchange.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (22 May 2006)
CMM calibration testing lab gains UKAS award
Avon Calibration Services is celebrating its new UKAS award for Dimensional Testing, which enables the company to offer customers a full UKAS Sub-Contract Inspection Service.
News from Avon Calibration Services (22 May 2006)
Digital torque tester covers wide torque range
A digital torque tester has been introduced that can cover the wide torque ranges in the production environment and document the torque readings either by data download or print out. Brochure Available
News from Crane Electronics (22 May 2006)
UK plastics show attracts mould makers
More than 20 tooling suppliers have already booked stands the UK's PDM 06 exhibition - attracted by the show's focus on taking plastics mouldings from concept through to production.
News from PDM - Plastics Design and Moulding Expo (22 May 2006)
Gas safety relief valves work up to 100 bar
Gas safety relief valves now vent excess gas pressures up to 100 bar in storage tanks, receivers, vessels, pipelines and other gas storage systems used in a wide variety of industries.
News from Witt Gas Techniques (22 May 2006)
Pneumatic equipment sales/service team moved
Following the acquisition of pneumatic equipment providers Hogg Pneumatic Solutions, Thorite's NE UK Capital Equipment Sales and Service team is based at Hogg's North Shields premises.
News from Thorite (22 May 2006)
Advanced materials group to work with NCC
Quickstep and NCC have signed a Letter of Intent for a wide-ranging collaboration, which includes the commitment of Quickstep resources for the establishment of a Center of Excellence.
News from National Composite Center (NCC) (22 May 2006)
Temperature transmitter saves installation costs
Temperature transmitter saves wire and installation costs by allowing up to 32 field devices (126 with repeaters) to be networked onto one, low-cost PROFIBUS PA data link.
News from Moore Industries International (22 May 2006)
Catalogue covers wide power tools range
A full-colour, 130-page catalogue covers Metabo's extensive selection of drills, screwdrivers, bench top woodworking machines, rotary hammers, jig saws, sanders, grinders and accessories.
News from Metabo (22 May 2006)
Systems test aero engine controls
User Application Article Three production acceptance test rigs and three assembly test rigs, which are supported by three interface test adaptors, play a key part in jet engines' electronic control systems development.
News from Peak Production Equipment (22 May 2006)
Acquisition system simplifies data collection
A stand-alone data acquisition system enables users to collect and transmit measurement data and alarms via email or ftp thanks to the unit's built-in GSM/GPRS modem. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (22 May 2006)
IEC-frame AC motors save energy costs
IEC-frame AC motor range achieves much higher efficiencies than Europe's 'EFF1' levels and provides outstanding opportunity to save in today's high cost energy markets. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (22 May 2006)
Swisstec appoints UK/Irish micromachining agent
Laser Trader is the UK and Ireland agent for Swisstec, which manufactures a wide range of ultra precision laser systems for producing micro parts such as fuel injection parts.