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Sunday 22 October
to Saturday 28 October 2006

New Desktop Productivity Solution

Epicor Information Worker Boosts Productivity and Collaboration by Delivering Improved Access to Business Data through the 2007 Microsoft Office System

News from Epicor (27 October 2006)

Pan-European e-learning projects

Tata Interactive Systems and PHM collaborate on implementing a series of pan-European e-learning projects

News from TATA Interactive Systems (27 October 2006)

Market Leadership Award for Leica Geosystems

Strong Laser Tracker Sales Growth and Commitment to Emerging Technologies Keep Leica Geosystems on Metrology Leadership Track

News from Leica Geosystems AG (27 October 2006)

Mobile Bridges first to SMS market in Peru

Mobile Bridges has signed a deal with the two mobile phone operators in Peru

News from Mobile Bridges (27 October 2006)

UGS recognised in leaders Quadrant

Leading technology research and advisory firm evaluates UGS based on "ability to execute" and "completeness of vision. UGS listed in Gartner's Magic Quadrant

News from Siemens PLM Software (27 October 2006)

Airborne Mapping Innovation

Intermap Technologies Drives Leadership in 3D Radar Mapping Industry

News from Intermap Technologies (27 October 2006)

Transition eBook Released for AutoCAD/TurboCAD

UpFront.eZine Publishing updates publication for AutoCAD users interested in TurboCAD Professional.

News from upFront.eZine Publishing (27 October 2006)

High tech machining collaboration

Missler Software and Huron are happy to announce their strategic collaboration for the generation of post processors to drive Huron machines.

News from Missler Software (27 October 2006)

Football helps build manpower planning skills

Football forms the metaphor for an e-learning programme on manpower planning, produced by the global e-learning producer, Tata Interactive Systems (TIS), for Royal Mail.

News from TATA Interactive Systems (27 October 2006)

Self-Service Purchasing Portal launched

Deskforce Europe has launched the Self-Service Purchasing Portal.

News from Deskforce (27 October 2006)

Binacchi Srl turns on lean product development

 User Application Article  Machinery firm expects to reduce product development cycles significantly with CoCreate's software

News from CoCreate Software (27 October 2006)

Rapid payback on loss prevention investment

 User Application Article  Ahlens has won early payback on its investment in a profit protection tool, RetailKey LP from IntelliQ, a leading provider of comprehensive profit protection solutions to the retail sector.

News from IntelliQ (27 October 2006)

Clinometers with integral data logging

Inertial Aerosystems announce the availability of a new range of single and dual axis Digital Clinometers offering RS232/RS485 serial and analogue outputs of tilt and temperature.  Brochure Available 

News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (27 October 2006)

Star range Still the choice of champions

 User Application Article  CD-adapco have been suppliers of advanced CAE software to the Renault F1 Team since its inception in 2001

News from CD-adapco (27 October 2006)

Wireless Multifunction Print Server

The DPR-1260 allows users to share up to 4 USB multifunction printers wirelessly on their network

News from D-Link (27 October 2006)

Simulation for more applications, more users

With its enhanced features, Comsol Multiphysics 3.3 brings simulation and virtual prototyping to a far wider community of engineers.  Brochure Available 

News from Comsol (27 October 2006)

Electromagnetic Systems Simulation

AC/DC Module Introduces Multiphysics to Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Systems Simulations  Brochure Available 

News from Comsol (27 October 2006)

Early Holiday Gifts to PC Buyers

Microsoft working with PC manufacturers and system builders to provide holiday PC buyers with low-cost upgrades to Windows Vista and the 2007 Microsoft Office release

News from Microsoft (27 October 2006)

Unique DIY flash drive has the edge

A combined flash drive memory stick and data logger that outsmarts commercial products is the lead construction project in the new November issue of Elektor Electronics magazine

News from Elektor Electronics (Publishing) (27 October 2006)

European graphics and packaging companies join SGS

SGS International has announced that it has completed two European acquisitions  Brochure Available 

News from SGS (27 October 2006)

Dalim Software appoints Polygraphimport

Dalim Software has announced that it has appointed Polygraphimport (www.upg.com.ua) as its exclusive distributor in Ukraine.

News from Dalim Software (27 October 2006)

How to dispose of landfill gases.

 Technical Background Article  Monitoring and analysis of landfill gases.  Brochure Available 

News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (27 October 2006)

Scheduling/planning software provider partners

PC-based scheduling and planning system provider, Preactor, is to partner with Syspro to extend the Syspro ERP product.

News from Preactor International (27 October 2006)

Feeder system aids dispensing applications

Fulfilment companies, manufacturers of case erectors and companies needing to dispense advertising material or giveaways into cartons will benefit from the latest Kandouml;Ra-Packmat feeder system.

News from Advanced Dynamics (26 October 2006)

Data compatible solution for Mitsubishi Motor

 User Application Article  Theorem Solution's Catia V5 to ProductView CADverter is helping Mitsubishi Motor Corporation solve incompatibility problems between data formats.

News from Theorem Solutions (26 October 2006)

ArchestrA Bulk Import Utility

Wonderware Releases ArchestrA Bulk Import Utility to Ease Migration of Legacy Applications

News from Invensys Wonderware (26 October 2006)

Compact and modular German PLC system

VIPA System 200V modular automation system is compact, very scaleable and includes Siemens Step7 programming  Brochure Available 

News from Vipa UK (26 October 2006)

Laser Printer for Multipart Media Applications

New L7032 printer facilitates hassle-free, highly reliable printing ideal for direct marketing, label and ticket production

News from Printronix (26 October 2006)

Enabler Gives Voice To Existing WMS And ERP

Voice and RF-directed operations can now be implemented easily and quickly on existing warehouse management or ERP applications using the new Empirica Enabler from Chess Logistics Technology.

News from Chess Logistics Technology (26 October 2006)

Prodomax Selects Encompix ERP

 User Application Article  Prodomax chose Encompix ERP due to ease of use and matching requirements

News from Encompix (26 October 2006)

Lean Industrial CRM Data Integration

 Technical Background Article  Commence offers lean industrial companies complete "Freedom Of Choice" to select the solutions and platform that best meets the business requirements of manufacturers and distributors.

News from Commence Corporation (26 October 2006)

Welding process for thin sheet metal welding

At Schweissen und Schneiden 2005 Kemppi introduced FastROOT a new welding process, developed for accurate and fast MIG/MAG root pass and thin sheet metal welding.

News from Kemppi (UK) (26 October 2006)

Agreement on data analysis software

Cerno Bioscience has announced two major agreements have been reached with leading research institutes in China for the use of its ground-breaking MS data analysis software, MassWorks.

News from Cerno Bioscience (26 October 2006)

Constant supply of oil-free compressed air

The new catalyst system from compressed air specialist Beko Technologies is able to deliver a constant supply of oil-free compressed air with a barely detectable maximum residual oil content.  Brochure Available 

News from Beko Technologies (26 October 2006)

LIMS at water quality show

Accelerated Technology Laboratories is to demonstrate exciting new features in Sample Master Pro LIMS at the AWWA Water Quality Technology Conference and Exposition (WQTC).

News from Accelerated Technology Laboratories (26 October 2006)

Miniature portable data loggers

Data logging experts Signatrol has introduced the latest member of its SL50 series of miniature portable data loggers.

News from Signatrol (26 October 2006)

Informatics software and services in Dammam

Thermo Electron, provider of analytical instruments and laboratory informatics solutions, has established a new local customer support centre for its informatics software and services in Dammam.  Brochure Available 

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (26 October 2006)

Reliable tool pre-setting equipment

 User Application Article  Selex Sensors and Airborne Systems is one of Europe's leading sensors solutions companies and the UK's principal supplier of electronic systems for military platforms in the air, at sea and on land.

News from Nikken Kosakusho UK (26 October 2006)

Automatic wastewater sampler is certified

Hach Lange will be one of the first companies in the UK's water sector to receive an MCERTS Certificate.

News from Hach Lange (26 October 2006)

Small encoder provides 50-nanometre resolution

Inmoco has extended its Mercury range of digital encoders from MicroE Systems with the introduction of the Mercury 1800 kit encoder.  Brochure Available 

News from Inmoco (26 October 2006)

HPLC determination of Gentamicin

Gentamicin is a broad spectrum water-soluble aminoglycoside antibiotic, which is produced by fermentation of Micromonospora purpurea.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK (26 October 2006)

Nano particle characterisation system

 User Application Article  At nano engineering company Sol-Gel Technologies (Bet Shemesh, Israel), Malvern's Zetasizer Nano particle characterisation system is proving to be an essential tool.

News from Malvern Instruments (26 October 2006)

Flexible titration system includes dosing system

Titrando is the central building block of a flexible titration system that, aside from the titrator itself, includes dosing systems, stirrers and other accessories for communication and automation.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK (26 October 2006)

Measuring and control of liquid media

With the BFS50 and BFS100 has Barksdale extends the product range of it's flow switches.  Brochure Available 

News from Barksdale Control Products (26 October 2006)

Probe systems for braking system machines

 User Application Article  Dunlop Aerospace Braking Systems, designs, develops and manufactures wheels and brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Renishaw (26 October 2006)

Wheels and brakes get probes for machines

 User Application Article  Dunlop Aerospace Braking Systems, a part of Meggitt, is a global organisation that designs, develops and manufactures wheels and brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Renishaw (26 October 2006)

Intelligent encoders offer reliable high speed

The RELM high accuracy linear scale is an exciting addition to Renishaw's SiGNUM range of intelligent encoders.  Brochure Available 

News from Renishaw (26 October 2006)

Determination of acid content in oils

The acid content of oils - often only present in traces - is a quality criterion and can be determined by thermometric titration.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK (26 October 2006)

Portable gas monitors have rugged design

Extending the family of Tetra portable gas monitors, the lightweight Tetra:3 from Crowcon Detection Instruments combines extremely rugged design with small size and simple operation.  Brochure Available 

News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (26 October 2006)

Entry-level tool grinding and inspection

The trio of new Walter Helitronic tool grinding and Helicheck tool inspection machines address user demands both for entry-level tool grinding and inspection equipment.

News from Koerber Schleifring UK (26 October 2006)

x-ray opaque thermoplastic rods with Tecason

Ensinger has launched its new line of x-ray opaque XRO series, thermoplastic rods with Tecason P MT XRO.

News from Ensinger (26 October 2006)

Big sales for DRO and CNC systems

Measurement and control specialist ACI (UK) has recorded impressive increases in sales volumes for its range of Acu-Rite, Anilam and Metronics Quadra-Chek DRO and CNC systems.

News from ACI (UK) (26 October 2006)

Bench-top, nanotechnology instrument

Leading nanotechnology and nanometrology company Farfield has launched what is being hailed as the first commercially packaged, bench-top, nanotechnology instrument, the NanoFlex.

News from Farfield Scientific (26 October 2006)

Thread milling tool produces internal threads

The problem-solving capabilities of Vardex Threading Solutions have come to the fore in the production of a series of internal milled threads required in a titanium flange tube.

News from Vargus Tooling UK (26 October 2006)

High performance filter cartridges reduce costs

The Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has launched an innovative new range of high performance filter cartridges, designed to make significant reductions in costs of filtration systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Parker Hannifin Filtration Division (26 October 2006)

Cutting systems on show at Euromold

At EuroMold 2006, the themes of the KMT Cutting Systems display at Stand Number H175 in Hall 8.0 are Flexibility and Customer Focus.  Brochure Available 

News from KMT Robotic Solutions (26 October 2006)

Knowledge base for geometric software

Geomagic, a software and services company, has announced the launch of the Geomagic Knowledge Base.

News from Geomagic (26 October 2006)

Drawing to 3D piece part in shortest time

The latest addition to the DMG mill-turn machine range allows the user to get from drawing to 3D piece part in the shortest possible time.

News from DMG (UK) (26 October 2006)

X ray systems installed in Scotland

 User Application Article  Production automation system specialist, Contax , has recently installed four phoenix x-ray systems at different organisations in Scotland.

News from Contax (26 October 2006)

Locks for small cabinet and enclosure doors

The newly expanded line of Southco CM Cam Locks answers OEM demands for affordability and greater versatility in locks for small cabinet and enclosure doors.

News from Southco (26 October 2006)

Air operated portable clinching pliers

The latest portable clinching pliers now available from Eckold are air operated, making them suitable for a wide range of general workshop applications.

News from Eckold (26 October 2006)

Modular fixturing systems for die cast parts

 User Application Article  A German manufacturer of die-cast parts has been working for well over a year with Alufix fixtures from Witte Bleckede.

News from Witte Company (26 October 2006)

Low-cost industrial Ethernet switches

Harting has introduced a new range of low-cost industrial Ethernet switches which combine low-profile mounting with ease of installation in IP30 industrial environments.

News from Harting (26 October 2006)

Sliding head automatic lathe development on show

The latest Citizen A20 CNC sliding head automatic lathe development combines many of the features found on its higher specification machines.

News from Productivity Partnerships (26 October 2006)

1/2in hammer drill has a stronger, durable motor

Metabo international now offers a 1/2in hammer drill with a stronger, more durable motor.

News from Metabo (26 October 2006)

Programme for RoHS compliance

Underwriters Laboratories has created the UL RoHS programme.

News from UL International (UK) (26 October 2006)

Pneumatic escapement actuates on relay signal

Elscint Automation, the ISO 9001:2000 certified leading vibratory bowl feeder manufacturer from India offers a unique pneumatic escapement.

News from Elscint Automation (26 October 2006)

Sanitary stainless steel motors and gearboxes

Ytron-Quadro UK is now working with Marlin Stainless, supplier of stainless steel motors and gearboxes, to offer true hygienic equipment for sanitary applications.

News from Marlin Stainless (26 October 2006)

Clear and translucent quartz tubes, rods, plates

QLI is a leading supplier of fused quartz products for a wide range of applications.

News from Quartz Link (26 October 2006)

Electrical connectors and wire ties

Jefferson Rubber Works has announced its state-of-the-art electrical connectors and wire ties for a variety of electrical applications.

News from Jefferson Rubber Works (26 October 2006)

Services Directive a step closer to reality

The Forum of Private Business (FPB) has welcomed the news that the EU's landmark Services Directive came a step closer to becoming reality last night.

News from Forum of Private Business (26 October 2006)

Lone worker protection devices shown on-line

A supplier of lone worker protection equipment has posted virtual demonstrations of some of its products in action to view online.

News from SBES (26 October 2006)

RFID trials resume as cost comes down

Manchester Airport is resuming its trials on using RFID to track passengers and bags, following a change to licensing laws surrounding UHF tags.

News from Printronix (26 October 2006)

Worldwide Exportation and Certification road show

UL International (UK) is hosting a free of charge UL Worldwide Exportation and Certification road show.

News from UL International (UK) (26 October 2006)

Reliability in management and production control

 User Application Article  The first US installation of HRS's Jobshop software is the result of one satisfied customer looking for the same reliability in its management and production control systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Jobshop (26 October 2006)

Heavy lubrication systems get new owner

SKF has announced the purchase of the lubrication systems business of John Crane Safematic, previously part of the Speciality Engineering Division of Smiths.  Brochure Available 

News from SKF UK (26 October 2006)

Stainless steel pipe for expandable sand screen

Sandvik has won a multi-million pound contract to supply Weatherford Completion and Production Systems in Aberdeen with stainless steel pipe for expandable sand screen (ESS) completions.

News from Sandvik Materials Technology UK (26 October 2006)

Compact plasma cutting tool is portable

Hypertherm has unveiled its new compact plasma cutting tool, the Powermax30, at the EuroBLECH exhibition in Hannover, Germany.

News from Hypertherm (26 October 2006)

Plastic housed bearings prove popular

Greenlign plastic housed bearings have proved to be a highly popular range of products for RA Rodriguez.

News from Rodriguez (UK) (26 October 2006)

Cylinder-integrated diaphragm chuck

JATO Precision has launched its JAP100 Cylinder-Integrated Diaphragm Chuck to the international market.

News from Jato Precision (26 October 2006)

Water-based synthetic roll forming lubricant

John Neale has introduced a high performance water-based synthetic roll forming lubricant.

News from John Neale (26 October 2006)

Harmonic Drive gear systems used extensively

Gears and gear mechanisms are probably one of the oldest mechanical technologies known to mankind.

News from Harmonic Drive UK (26 October 2006)

Welding and cutting magazine has 52 pages

The new edition of ESAB's welding and cutting journal, Svetsaren, is now available.  Brochure Available 

News from ESAB (26 October 2006)

Offset geared heads for customised solutions

Desoutter sales has underlined its commitment to innovative products and providing customised solutions with the introduction of the Landuuml;bbering range of offset geared heads.

News from Desoutter Sales (26 October 2006)

Pulse tool range is made up of 18 tools

Desoutter Sales has embarked on an upgrade program to its range of pulse tools.

News from Desoutter Sales (26 October 2006)

Peek polymer meets demands of food industry

 User Application Article  Endress + Hauser chose Victrex Peek polymer for the housing because of the material's ability to meet the extreme demands of the food industry.

News from Victrex (26 October 2006)

Insulation blanket packaging fabricated

 User Application Article  UFP Technologies will provide a variety of fabricating services for insulation blanket packaging, including design and engineering and adhesive and flame laminating.

News from UFP Technologies (26 October 2006)

Environmentally friendly nanolayer technology

FriCSo has been awarded the 2006 Frost and Sullivan Technology Innovation Award in the field of automotive coatings.

News from FriCSo – Friction Control Solutions (26 October 2006)

Flowrapping equipment made for quality packs

A range of flowrapping packaging equipment that provides high quality packs with excellent presentation includes a machine for the bakery sector.

News from Ulma Packaging (26 October 2006)

Tool manufacturing with CNC machine tools

 User Application Article  Metaltech Precision claims to be one of the largest, and possibly the most versatile, metalworking sub-contractors in England's West Country.  Brochure Available 

News from XYZ Machine Tools (26 October 2006)

Avoiding product-to-market pitfalls

 Technical Background Article  From time to time, producer brands will launch new product lines to complement or replace their existing offerings.

News from FuturMaster (26 October 2006)

Partner awards by industrial robots firm

Kuka Robotics, a manufacturer of industrial robots, has announced it has awarded its top system partner awards to AMEC, Forte Automation Systems and AMF Automation Technologies.  Brochure Available 

News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (26 October 2006)

Quality and Lean Conference covers six sigma

The Institute of Industrial Engineers' and Atlanta's American Society for Quality's "Quality and Lean Conference" will cover six sigma.

News from Institute of Industrial Engineering (26 October 2006)

Components firm chosen for contract

RS Components has announced a three year contract worth euro 15 million to supply Thales worldwide.

News from RS Components UK (26 October 2006)

Magnetic particle clutches and brakes

Magpowr magnetic particle clutches and brakes provide a very precise yet simple solution for demanding web tension and torque control applications.

News from Motion Drives and Controls (26 October 2006)

Low cost hinges for enclosures

Many specialist enclosures are special because of size, shape, material gauge or some other factor that cannot be adequately accommodated from ex-stock suppliers.  Brochure Available 

News from Emka UK (26 October 2006)

Large size moulds use 5 axis machining

 User Application Article  Sermo, since its formation over 40 years ago, has grown into one of world's largest toolmakers with an annual turnover of Euros 50 million and a workforce of 600 at eight sites across Europe and Asia.

News from Sescoi International (26 October 2006)

A3200 control to include piezo motion systems

Aerotech's Nservo digital controller module brings piezo and galvo motor control capability to the A3200 Digital Automation Platform  Brochure Available 

News from Aerotech (26 October 2006)

How to get to grips with the basics of Profinet

New One-day Course covers the basics of Profinet Implementation - 11 December 2006

News from Profibus Group (26 October 2006)

SME's enjoy the same benefits as large enterprises

New company, Majenta PLM, formed to bring UGS' product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions to small-to-medium businesses

News from Majenta PLM (26 October 2006)

System21 Supports Professional Kitchen Service

 User Application Article  Hosted ERP solution from Infor helps kitchen servicing company streamline invoice processing and improve customer service

News from Infor (26 October 2006)

Data Warehouse Architecture presentation

DAMA International Conference Europe, part of The Data Management and Information Quality Conferences, October 30 - November 2, 2006, Victoria Park Plaza Hotel, London

News from ASG UK (26 October 2006)

Fast and Secure Access Solution

Demonstration of multiple thin client devices running Citrix Password Manager's Hot Desktop.

News from IGEL Technology (26 October 2006)

Widest range of thin client platforms

IGEL Technology Announces the World's Broadest Range of Thin Clients from a Single Vendor

News from IGEL Technology (26 October 2006)

Record Quarterly Revenue of $164 Million

Q3 GAAP Net Income up 30 Percent and Non-GAAP Net Income up 48 Percent Year-Over-Year  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments (26 October 2006)

NSW Ministry of Transport selects Objective

 User Application Article  the New South Wales Ministry of Transport has selected Objective to provide an enterprise content management (ECM) solution to enhance its process of managing Ministerial correspondence.

News from Objective (26 October 2006)

Contactless RFID connection from Innovision

 User Application Article  Breakthrough in low-cost RFID reader technology enables Mattel to create a new game concept that combines modern video gaming with classic collector card play based on RFID-enabled cards

News from Innovision Research and Technology (26 October 2006)

Zendor Appoints New Fulfilment Director

Zendor has further strengthened its logistics operation through the appointment of new Fulfilment Director, Ian Mullaney.

News from Zendor (26 October 2006)

To file archive or not to file archive?

 Technical Background Article  Research reveals that it is no longer a question, but a necessity to archive. Unstructured data is seen as the key issue behind the data deluge

News from BridgeHead Software (26 October 2006)

Hydraulic powered sheeting system offers advantage

Edbro's new Rolatarp hydraulic powered sheeting system offers substantial advantages over ordinary sheeting systems.

News from Edbro (26 October 2006)

Culture of risk-aversion identified by forum

The Forum of Private Business (FPB) has welcomed a report by the Better Regulation Commission (BRC) which has identified the emergence of a 'culture of risk-aversion' in the UK.

News from Forum of Private Business (26 October 2006)

Balanced approach to award for innovation

Ohaus, manufacturer of balances for the education, laboratory, industrial and specialty markets worldwide, is seeking applications for the Gustav Ohaus Award for Innovations in Science Teaching.

News from Ohaus Corporation (26 October 2006)

Compact, lightweight manual chain hoist

J D Neuhaus is now able to offer its latest CX003 ultra compact, lightweight manual chain hoist, which has a lift capacity of 250kg.

News from Neuhaus (26 October 2006)

Bulk solids firm shortlisted in chemistry award

Engineers from the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology, at the University of Greenwich, have been commended in the international 2006 Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Awards.

News from University of Greenwich (26 October 2006)

More sliding head automatic lathes and setters

Unicut Precision is to install three additional Citizen CNC sliding head automatic lathes at its Welwyn Garden City facility and recruit two additional machine setters.

News from Productivity Partnerships (26 October 2006)

Double station vises reduce machining costs

 User Application Article  Four Kurt HDM6 double station vises mounted side by side on a vertical milling machine (VMC) gave Super Torquer Systems reduced part machining costs of 65 percent.  Brochure Available 

News from Kurt Manufacturing (26 October 2006)

Composite design helps Renault to F1 championship

Vistagy has congratulated Fernando Alonso and Renault F1 Team on their historic 2006 FIA Formula One Drivers' and Constructors' World Championship victories following the 2006 Brazilian Grand Prix.

News from Vistagy (26 October 2006)

Enhanced business management solutions

SAP Business One ISV certification program promotes solution innovation, extends customer benefits, increases partner sales opportunities.

News from SAP (26 October 2006)

Advanced Technology to feed UK advertising

Fulfilment companies, manufacturers of case erectors and companies needing to dispense advertising material or giveaways into cartons are all set to benefit from the latest KoRa-Packmat feeder system

News from Advanced Dynamics (26 October 2006)

Forum covers mobile communications

Forum will focus on the security of mobile communications in the current and evolving environments including encryption of voice and data over homogeneous and heterogeneous networks.  Brochure Available 

News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (26 October 2006)

New Services for the Data Centre

New IBM service products tackle data centre power and cooling challenges

News from IBM Site and Facilities Services (25 October 2006)

Optimise your Order Lifecycle

Sterling Multi-Channel Order Management and IBM Websphere Commerce provide a best-of-breed solution for managing complex order capture to fulfilment processes

News from Sterling Commerce (25 October 2006)

Free Wireless Broadband Launched

 User Application Article  Briteyellow has announced the launch of its first 'Britezone' delivering free wireless broadband to Milton Keynes city centre.

News from Invest Milton Keynes (25 October 2006)

Strong 2006 third quarter operating results

Mobile and Wireless Business Increases 19% Year over Year Pro Forma EPS of $0.40 Exceeds First Call Consensus Estimates.

News from Sybase (25 October 2006)

Letrex Adopts Everdream

 User Application Article  Letrex Corporate Solutions has adopted Deskforce's Everdream Desktop Management Solution

News from Deskforce (25 October 2006)

Who you gonna call?

Parker Software have just released version 4.2 of their WhosOn program, which enables businesses to watch visitors to their website in real time, and interact with them via a live chat facility.

News from Parker Software (25 October 2006)

Economatics Chooses Wax Digital

 User Application Article  Economatics Group has deployed a series of modules from the Wax Digital Accelerated Performance Suite to deliver several market-specific webshops

News from Wax Digital (25 October 2006)

Soho Sandwich Company improvements with Toshiba

 User Application Article  Soho Sandwich Company improves customer accounts and business management with a POS solution from Toshiba and Datasym

News from Toshiba TEC (25 October 2006)

Efficient CAM has flexible MRP

 User Application Article  After evaluating three CAM systems a vacuum cleaner manufacturer selected Jetcam Expert, to drive a new Amada Beta 3015 3.0kW CNC sheet metal laser cutting and profiling machine.

News from Jetcam International (25 October 2006)

First official supplier for Altair HyperWorks

CenitDesktop appointed first official supplier for Altair HyperWorks in the UK  Brochure Available 

News from Desktop Engineering (25 October 2006)

CoWare to Participate in EDA Challenge Discussion

CoWare to Participate in Panel Discussion Entitled "EDA Challenges for Complex SoC and ASIC Designs" at the 4th International System-on-Chip (SoC) Conference and Exhibit

News from CoWare (25 October 2006)

New EMEA headquarters for Servigistics

Servigistics has completed a move to new European headquarters on the outskirts of Bristol.

News from Servigistics (25 October 2006)

Epicor Continues to Solidify Leadership Position

Software Provider Hits Milestone in Third Quarter with 1,000th Customer Selecting Latest Epicor Vantage Solution

News from Epicor (25 October 2006)

Latest Issue of BE Magazine

Digital Publication Also Covers OnDemand eLearning, Interoperations, and User Success Stories, and Includes Information on the 2007 BE Conference Call for Presentations  Brochure Available 

News from Bentley Systems (25 October 2006)

Biscit Lobbies Government on Subsidies

Biscit Calls for Government to Provide Students and Senior Citizens with Phone and Broadband Subsidies

News from BISCit Internet (25 October 2006)

New Intermec CN3 Rugged Mobile Computer

Integrated GPS, 3G WAN, Cisco Compatible WiFi and Bluetooth radios give users access to voice and high-speed data wherever they go for increased productivity

News from Intermec Technologies (25 October 2006)

Multifunctional radio frequency switching module

Dow-Key Microwave , part of Dover's Microwave Products Group, now offers the DK-PXI-1001, a multifunctional radio frequency (RF) switching module for mobile, desk-top testing stations.

News from Dow-Key Microwave (25 October 2006)

Open IP encryption methodology donated

Synplicity and the VSI Alliance have announced that Synplicity has joined the VSIA and is donating its Open IP Encryption Methodology to the organisation.

News from Synplicity (25 October 2006)

Electrically isolated LED module for emitter

LEDdynamics , a leading manufacturer of constant current drivers for Light Emitting Diodes, has released an electrically isolated LED module on MCPCB for the LUXEON K2 emitter.

News from LEDdynamics (25 October 2006)

Converter solves compatibility problems

Theorem Solution's CATIA V5 to ProductView CADverter is helping Mitsubishi Motor solve incompatibility problems between data formats.

News from Theorem Solutions (25 October 2006)

Lab test software helps Audi meet deadlines

 User Application Article  LMS has announced that Audi successfully deployed LMS Test.Lab for NVH testing and engineering to meet increasingly tight deadlines in new car development programs.  Brochure Available 

News from LMS International (25 October 2006)

Mercury analysers follow appointment

Quantitech has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Teledyne Leeman Labs in the UK and will launch the latest 'Hydra' Mercury Analysers at WWEM 2006.

News from Quantitech (25 October 2006)

Machine vision products include camera mounts

The Vision Depot is a manufacturer of machine vision products, including camera mounts, light mounts, adjustable mounts, vision fixtures, camera enclosures, adjustable mounting brackets.

News from The Vision Depot (25 October 2006)

Heating block range for flasks to 5 litres

Radleys has extended its Heat-On heating block range to accommodate round-bottomed flasks up to 5 litres.

News from Radleys (25 October 2006)

Advanced ultraviolet (UV) blocking filter

Deposition Sciences (DSI) has introduced an advanced technology ultraviolet (UV) blocking filter, the UltraBlock.

News from Deposition Sciences (25 October 2006)

XML and PDF products and solutions on show

Graphics of the Americas and Xplor International have announced the debut of the XML/PDF exhibit pavilion.

News from Xplor International (25 October 2006)

Tablet hardness, thickness and diameter tested

CI Electronics has introduced the QM-HTDm, a compact easy to use unit designed for checking the hardness, thickness and diameter of samples of tablets that are regularly taken from a production line.

News from CI Electronics (25 October 2006)

Measurements of water activity in-house

 User Application Article  Having purchased an AquaLab Series 3TEB from Labcell, English Provender's product development team can carry out measurements of water activity in-house at the concept stage.

News from Labcell (25 October 2006)

Capacitors for high frequency IC applications

As microprocessors continue to increase in speed, so the need grows for low equivalent series inductance (ESL) chip capacitors for decoupling purposes.

News from Murata Electronics (UK) (25 October 2006)

Multipurpose disposable UV/VIS cuvette

Eppendorf UVette, the multipurpose disposable UV/VIS cuvette, is now available in two qualities.  Brochure Available 

News from Eppendorf UK (25 October 2006)

Data simulation use extended

Artisan Software Tools has announced that Aerosystems International (AeI) has extended its use of Artisan Studio to the Datalink Simulation Environment.

News from Artisan Software Tools (25 October 2006)

Portable thermometer is washable, anti-bacterial

The new Chino model MF1000 portable thermometer is washable and has an anti-bacterial surface coating for food applications.

News from Barber InSys (25 October 2006)

Anodising line refit increases production

 User Application Article  To ensure that an anodising line would be out of production for the shortest possible time, a contractor focused locating and pre-wiring equipment as possible prior to final installation phase.

News from Transicon (25 October 2006)

EDA technology for multi-GHz FPGAs

Synplicity and Achronix Semiconductor announced the two companies have signed a multi-year development and OEM agreement aimed at providing critical EDA technology for the Achronix multi-GHz FPGAs.

News from Synplicity (25 October 2006)

Weighing and dispensing system available

ConProTec has announced the availability of its new F System.

News from Mixpac Equipment (25 October 2006)

Filtration removes sub micron metallic particles

A high intensity rare earth magnetic filtration unit removes sub micron metallic particles from a wide range of applications and has a service life of up to 50 years.

News from QSCD (25 October 2006)

Flexible working to cut special vehicle costs

An EU-funded project, focusing on European special vehicles manufacturing, aims to develop technologies to cut product development times by 60%.

News from GTMA (25 October 2006)

Flexible, Rugged Fixed-Mount Computer

Compact, full-screen footprint and powerful communications capabilities make CV30 ideal for widest range of locations and applications

News from Intermec Technologies (25 October 2006)

Leading CAD compression format takes hold

 User Application Article  Lattice Technology's XVL put to the test at Tardec  Brochure Available 

News from Lattice Technology (25 October 2006)

Flexible incentives for staff

 Technical Background Article  Fashion retailers must improve sales in warm autumn weather with flexible incentives for staff.

News from Callidus Software (25 October 2006)

Visibility Corporation to Exhibit at APICS

Visibility has long believed that the principles that APICS represents is a model for our continued success in serving the manufacturing market

News from Visibility (25 October 2006)

New Channel Partner for TGI

IQ Consulting Services Channel Partner for Technology Group International

News from Technology Group International (25 October 2006)

Computer Software Industry winners

The UK's most successful computer software companies have been named as part of a special study by industry analysts Plimsoll Publishing .

News from Plimsoll Publishing (25 October 2006)

Remote access your serial device via Fibre

Korenix Technology expands the new JetPort 5601f RS232/422/485 3-in-one to fibre Ethernet device server to JetPort product line.

News from Korenix Technology (25 October 2006)

Low Power EPIC Form Factor SBC

Powered by a VIA Luke processor with VT8237R Plus South Bridge chipset, the EP600 is an ideal solution for power-efficient and fanless operation applications, as well as multimedia applications

News from Axiomtek (25 October 2006)

Profiling Systems Standardises Pack Printing Inks

Artwork Systems Group has selected X-Rite as a preferred partner for offering profiling hardware and software to its customers in conjunction with its new Equinox product.

News from Artwork Systems (25 October 2006)

Fabric passes NFPA 70E requirements

Kermel Glenguard light-weight electrical safety fabric passes requirements of the NFPA 70E standard.

News from Kermel UK (25 October 2006)

Protective fabric against aluminium and cryolite

TenCate has developed a unique protective fabric called Oasis to protect employees against molten metal splash and cryolite.

News from Ten Cate Protect (25 October 2006)

Datalogic Revenues up for First 9 Months of 2006

Datalogic Revenues for First Nine Months of 2006 up 112% to Euro281.7 mn, +101% for Third Quarter 2006 (Euro92.8 mn)  Brochure Available 

News from Datalogic Scanning (24 October 2006)

Agambs introduces a new virtualisation service

Agambs, one of the world's leading independent EMC Documentum consultancies, has introduced a new virtualisation service.

News from AGAMBS (24 October 2006)

A revolution in process control

 Technical Background Article  Intelligent field devices, digital industrial networks and advanced communication protocols have created a revolution in process control.

News from Frost and Sullivan (24 October 2006)

New UK and Ireland Sales Manager

Pickering Interfaces has announced the hiring of Nick Hickford as their sales manager for the UK and Ireland.

News from Pickering Interfaces (24 October 2006)

User conference attendance exceeds expectations

First international RedPrairie user conference proves a massive hit  Brochure Available 

News from RedPrairie (24 October 2006)

New Abas orders in September/October

 User Application Article  In the past weeks the abas sales partner were able to gain new customers from various sectors of industry.

News from ABAS Software AG (24 October 2006)

Over 500 innovations and enhancements

The current version 2006 of the abas Business Software (ERP, PPC, MRP, eBusiness) offers more than 500 innovations, enhancements and improvements in many function areas.

News from ABAS Software AG (24 October 2006)

Citect Releases Ampla V3.0

Improving plant performance with fault tolerant operation.  Brochure Available 

News from Citect (24 October 2006)

Embraer selects the IGE+XAO Group software

 User Application Article  The IGE+XAO Group announces that Embraer has selected their "SEE Electrical Harness Collaborative / SEE Electrical Expert" software packages

News from IGE+XAO UK (24 October 2006)

State-of-the-art wire-speed packet processing

RadiSys has announced the expansion of its market leading ATCA and AMC family by introducing two new products based on the latest OCTEON processors from Cavium Networks.

News from RadiSys Corporation (24 October 2006)

Management Console to help global manufacturers

Latest version of Audax's FCS provides Management Console and will appeal to global manufacturers looking to become their own 4PL

News from Audax Software (24 October 2006)

New LXI Microwave Switching Platform

Pickering Interfaces is expanding its range of LXI compliant switching products with the introduction of the 60-750 and 60-751 LXI Microwave Matrix.

News from Pickering Interfaces (24 October 2006)

Remove dirty data with Lean Industrial CRM

 Technical Background Article  One of the most important things you can do when you decide to automate sales is to have one person responsible for the administration of your database.

News from Commence Corporation (24 October 2006)

Enterprise Wide Savings for Therma-Tru

 User Application Article  Outgrowing their existing in house computer system, Therma-Tru Doors turned to Technology Group International to revitalize the company's technology platform.

News from Technology Group International (24 October 2006)

Cost Management Platform Expands VPE Modeling

aPriori has announced it has released the newest version, v4.6, of its enterprise cost management software platform.

News from aPriori (24 October 2006)

Predictive Information Developed by aPriori

Understanding of the impact on product costs of each decision made throughout the entire product development and delivery process before these decisions are made is not only unique but essential

News from aPriori (24 October 2006)

Microsoft Project Management Profession

Microsoft Learning launches new Microsoft Office Project 2007 Certification program to help advance project management as a profession

News from Microsoft (24 October 2006)

Silicon.com Reveals Top 50 Tech Titans

silicon.com reveals the results of its seventh annual Agenda Setters poll and claims 2006 as a 'changing of the guard' in the tech industry.

News from CNET Networks UK (24 October 2006)

Versatile handling made for lean manufacturing

Ergonomic workstations and efficient materials transfer systems are designed to provide the versatility and ease of modification in modern lean manufacturing installations.

News from Bosch Rexroth (24 October 2006)

Flexible label printer reduces supply chain errors

Digital ink jet printer which provides flexible full colour printing for all types of package labels for manufacturing, at 600 dpi resolution, with speeds of up to 50 labels/min.

News from Sunala (24 October 2006)

Digital hydraulics raise plating productivity

 User Application Article  Following the upgrade of its plating line hydraulic power-pack and control system, a linear slide manufacturer, is benefiting from improved manufacturing productivity.

News from Bosch Rexroth (24 October 2006)

'Smart' solutions offered for low volume machining

Machine tool supplier has produced a DVD containing 'smart solutions for low volume production' exampling the use of amanual and CNC lathes, miling machines and machining centres.  Brochure Available 

News from XYZ Machine Tools (24 October 2006)

Hydraulic damper has simple adjustment

Hydraulic dampers include a model with simple screw driver damping adjustment within the body end stud thread without having to fully extend/compress piston rod.

News from Ace Controls International (24 October 2006)

Brushless motors to replace Rockwell N-series

Brushless servo motors, with more torque per frame, are designed to replace the now-obsolete N-Series motors recently discontinued by Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley.  Brochure Available 

News from Parker Electromechanical Automation USA (24 October 2006)

Mill-turn centre users offered CNC software

Machine shops that have invested in multi-axis mill-turn centres and are unhappy with their current software could investigate 2D turn and multi axis Mill/Turn software being introduced.

News from ForeGone Solutions (24 October 2006)

Machine guard idea wins 'Green' Innovation Award

Fortress' eGard, a product which combines machine safety and control modules in one flexible unit, has gained the prestigious 'Green' Innovation Award.

News from Fortress Interlocks (24 October 2006)

Disc lasers securely weld copper sheet metal

Laser specialists have been able able to weld 5mm thick copper sheet metal with a combination of disk lasers of varying laser power for the first time, it is claimed.  Brochure Available 

News from Trumpf (24 October 2006)

Incoming MTA president to promote skills

Setting his priorities for his tenure as MTA president, Geoff Lloyd told a London annual luncheon meeting that he would promote skills in manufacturing to young people unashamedly.

News from Manufacturing Technologies Association (24 October 2006)

Machine tool builder appoints sales manager

Machine tool builder, Yamazaki Mazak UK, has appointed Alan Reeve as area sales manager covering North London, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (24 October 2006)

Chains described and advised on

A catalogue detailing roller, leaf and rotary chains highlights enhanced product capabilities, help with chain selection, and guidance on lubrication/maintenance.

News from Rexnord NV UK (24 October 2006)

Radiometric infrared camera - low cost flexibility

The introduction of the InfraCAM radiometric infrared camera earlier this year has allowed thermal imaging to become a toolbox technology.  Brochure Available 

News from Flir Systems (24 October 2006)

Single-axis probes for selective radiation meter

New from Link Microtek are three new single-axis probes for the Narda SRM-3000 selective radiation meter, for measuring emissions from each source within a multiple-frequency RF environment.

News from Link Microtek (24 October 2006)

Gas safety, control, mixing, analysis on website

Witt-Gasetechnik has just launched a new more informative website.

News from Witt Gas Techniques (24 October 2006)

Multi meter software covers pH, conductivity, ISE

The updated SevenMulti meter software from Mettler toledo offers improved features for outstanding performance.  Brochure Available 

News from Mettler Toledo (24 October 2006)

Measurement control from anywhere in the lab

LabX software solutions allow users to control measurements from anywhere in the lab.  Brochure Available 

News from Mettler Toledo (24 October 2006)

Large format scanner prices cut

Graphtec GB has cut the price of its Japanese-built CIS scanners by up to 29%.

News from Softcover International (24 October 2006)

High quality Tetratex fabrics

Donaldson Membranes has new recruits lined up to deliver its latest portfolio of high quality Tetratex fabrics.

News from Donaldson Membranes (24 October 2006)

3V serial FRAM memory device

Ramtron International has announced that its FM24CL16 - a 16Kbit, 3V serial FRAM memory device - has been qualified to AEC-Q100 standards.

News from Ramtron International (24 October 2006)

Binary support for processor

Strategic Test has announced the availability of the World's first Microsoft Windows CE 6.0 BSP for the Intel/Marvell PXA270 processor.

News from Strategic Test (24 October 2006)

Mobile workstation for spectroscopy systems

The new goLab mobile workstation, designed for quick and easy transportation of LabSpec portable VIS-NIR spectroscopy systems is now available.

News from Analytik (24 October 2006)

Remote internet viewing for electron microscope

Ceram is now able to add remote internet viewing to the list of benefits and services it can offer to customers of its microstructural section.

News from Ceram (24 October 2006)

Special windscreen washer test rigs

 User Application Article  Sensor Techniques is playing a small yet vital role in special windscreen washer test rigs designed and built by Quadratec.

News from Sensor Techniques (24 October 2006)

HCl-resistant version of HT-4 evaporator

Genevac has a HCl-resistant version of the HT-4 evaporator and innovative Fast Lyophilisation methodology  Brochure Available 

News from Genevac (24 October 2006)

Novel 'on tablet' edible marking solution

DataLase has announced the appointment of Anthony Jarvis as Technical Services Manager for the company's novel 'on tablet' edible marking solution.

News from DataLase (24 October 2006)

Laser grade optical components expanding

Edmund Optics has announced an expanded commitment to designing and manufacturing laser grade optical components targeting the demands of researchers and OEMs.

News from Edmund Optics (24 October 2006)

On-demand cytometry systems addition

Novice and experts alike will appreciate the latest addition to Guava's on-demand cytometry systems - the Guava EasyCyte Plus.

News from Guava Technologies (24 October 2006)

Multiplexers and software go like a bullet

 User Application Article  Long-established ammunition manufacturer, USA-based Federal Cartridge Company, remains committed to maintaining its technological leadership.  Brochure Available 

News from Quality Gauging Systems (24 October 2006)

Automatic strapping machine is quick, safe

A convenient, stand alone automatic strapping machine is capable of wrapping both light and heavy items securely, quickly and safely.

News from Cyklop UK (24 October 2006)

Porous metal products applied to food manufacture

Food and beverage processing plant production can be streamlined through the integration of porous metal products in a wide variety of plant applications including moulding.

News from Mott (24 October 2006)

Placement machine platform wins technology award

The Electronics Assembly Systems Division of Siemens' Automation and Drives Group has gained the Global Technology Award for its Siplace D-Series placement machine platform.

News from Siemens Automation and Drives (24 October 2006)

Controland balancing valves sales partnered

Sontay is to distribute the Danfoss Randall's brand of motorised control valves and automatic AB-QM series HVAC balancing valves.

News from Sontay (24 October 2006)

Increased nitrogen purity brings long term savings

A complete, skid-mounted, DEOXO system suits the volume use of high purity nitrogen, such as metal heat treatments where nitrogen is used to reduce oxidation.

News from Parker Domnick Hunter (24 October 2006)

Generator produces nitrogen at up to 16 bar

An improved nitrogen gas generator is claimed to give new levels of performance, reliability and efficiency and has outlet pressures of 16 bar without a booster.

News from Parker Domnick Hunter (24 October 2006)

Medium size filtration unit is usefully priced

A retrofittable filtration system for machine tool coolant meets a need for an effective, medium sized filtration system which is effective down to 1m and is realistically priced.

News from Hirschmann Engineering UK (24 October 2006)

UK's PDM 06 plastics show brought in more visitors

The UK's Plastics Design and Moulding event saw 30% more exhibitors than on its debut last year, with a rise in visitor numbers to 2,880, up 5% on last year's total.

News from Emap Maclaren - ECA & PFC (24 October 2006)

Food manufacturing jobsite posts vacancies free

UK-based KPI Recruitment has launched a free Food and Drink Manufacturing Industry Jobsite allowing employers to post unlimited vacancies for no charge.

News from KPI Recruitment (24 October 2006)

Directory covers European plastics and rubber

The European Plastics and Rubber Directory sources materials, semi- and finished products, machinery and ancillary equipment, processors and consultancy and testing services.

News from Smithers Rapra (24 October 2006)

AGV control platform offers programming options

A control platform for automated guided vehicles stands out on account of its extensive programming options, flexibility and high degree of user friendliness.

News from Danaher Motion Ltd (24 October 2006)

Improve compressor control and save energy costs

Designed to work with the majority of new and installed screw compressors, an integrated compressor control and management package offers improved control and management.  Brochure Available 

News from Energair Solutions (24 October 2006)

Free mould/press tool estimating software offered

Free software will help all toolmakers and other sub-contractors that need to produce accurate quotes from CAD models for moulds, press tools and patterns.  Brochure Available 

News from Delcam (24 October 2006)

Robot raises bottle palletising flexibility

 User Application Article  Robot fitted with patented head tooling gives manufacturers flexibility to palletise multiple bottles and bottle configurations with minimal system changeover times.  Brochure Available 

News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (24 October 2006)

Small generators join bio-diesel range

With the growing need for environmentally sound power supply a generator's ability to run on 100% bio-diesel is proving a great success.

News from JS Power (24 October 2006)

Internally cooled small drills go on show

With increasingly intricate manufacturing, the market trend is moving in the direction of small hole drilling, and small, internally-cooled drills offer many benefits, to be shown in Dublin.

News from Floyd Automatic Tooling (24 October 2006)

Pre-Tension Tooling technology acquired

ARRK Corporation has established a new business in the Netherlands and has acquired patented Pre-Tension Tooling technology for prototyping large components from SPG.

News from Arrk PDG (24 October 2006)

Advanced 5-axis CAM to be shown in Japan

At the Japanese machine tool show, Sescoi will focus on its 5-axis machining CAM software including complex mould and die machining operations as well as milling complex parts.

News from Sescoi International (24 October 2006)

Medicinal and synthetic chemistry conference

Scientists from across the world have gathered on the English Riviera for the South West's first ever international Medicinal and Synthetic Chemistry Conference.

News from BioApproaches (24 October 2006)

Compact PVD coating system is versatile

A cost effective physical vapor deposition thin film hard coating system combines rapid cycles and small batch sizes to minimize work-in-process and maximize continuous flow.

News from Vergason Technology (24 October 2006)

No Twist Mill, pinch roll, laying head, nozzle

Morgan Construction has been awarded the contract for a rod outlet and two compactors for a new single strand rod mill under construction for Zhejiang Yuanli Metal Product Group.

News from Morgan Construction Company (24 October 2006)

Hose refurbishment service more economic

FlexRite Chemgiene has launched a new hose refurbishment service which is much more economic than replacing entire hose assemblies.

News from FlexRite Chemgiene (24 October 2006)

Verify CNC turret punch press precision

Punch press calibration system for aligning and verifying CNC punch press precision is designed to operate on a broad range of press types, including those with eccentric turrets.  Brochure Available 

News from Mate Precision Tooling (24 October 2006)

Processing and waste treatment vessels

Forbes Technologies was faced with the problem of transporting light weight structures to Kazakhstan.

News from Forbes Group (24 October 2006)

Custom products kill surface bacteria

Elesa now has products that actively kill bacteria on their surface; a whole new type of soft touch products which are more comfortable to hold - each of these required major technological advances.  Brochure Available 

News from Elesa (UK) (24 October 2006)

Composites components for Airbus A400M

An expert, international team has designed, prototyped, and successfully tested a composite fuel tank access cover (FTAC) for the new Airbus A400M military aircraft.

News from Brookhouse Holdings (24 October 2006)

Glass fibres reduce outgassing, add strength

Three high performance glass fibre thermoplastic reinforcements offer lower outgassing, enhanced hydrolysis resistance, superior strength and fatigue resistance.

News from Owens Corning (24 October 2006)

Custom switchgear firm expands capacity

To give it the capacity and flexibility to meet demand, specialists in electrical power distribution and control, has acquired a new LVD Parma 1212 CNC punch press.

News from Howarth Switchgear (24 October 2006)

Three-jaw chuck takes collet or arbor

Device that enables a three jaw lathe chuck to be equipped with a collet chuck or an expansion arbor gives the fast changeovers, modular centre sleeve and bayonet connection.  Brochure Available 

News from Schunk Intec (24 October 2006)

Service assists with coolant skin problems

Metalworking coolant provider is launching a free service to assist companies in minimising or even eliminating skin problems and other coolant-related health issues.

News from Oel-Held (UK) (24 October 2006)

Wing ribs 5-axis machined two at a time

 User Application Article  An advanced machining system with twin 90kW spindles allows the simultaneous 5-axis machining of port and starboard wing ribs - reducing machine down-time.

News from Engineering Technology Group, The (24 October 2006)

Machine grinds round and flat tooling

Tool and cutter grinder is able to grind round and flat tooling and is equipped with a highly versatile loader, which also accepts both round and flat components.

News from Schneeberger, J (24 October 2006)

ADSTREAM and ICS partner

Adstream, the world's leading provider of digital advertising workflow solutions, today announces a technology partnership with leading virtual proofing developer Integrated Color Solutions (ICS).

News from Adstream (24 October 2006)

DataLase appoints new Technical Services Manager

DataLase originator of the award-winning DataLase process announces the appointment of Anthony Jarvis as Technical Services Manager for the company's novel 'on tablet' edible marking solution.

News from DataLase (24 October 2006)

Sleever International launches Internet portal

Sleever International, the leading provider of sleeving solutions globally, has launched the first fully featured Internet portal in the sleeving industry.

News from Sleever International (24 October 2006)

Arlington Juice Up Refrigerated Transport

The concept of shipping frozen fruit juice has long been an issue for the food industry, but not any more.

News from Arlington Packaging (24 October 2006)

14.1 megapixel X3 DSLR image sensor

Foveon, a fabless image sensor company, has announced that it has released the first product manufactured by its new strategic manufacturing partner, Dongbu Electronics of Seoul, South Korea.

News from Foveon (23 October 2006)

Automatic video edge detection and optical display

Vision Engineering has developed Hawk, a unique non-contact measurement system that is the first to offer both a true optical image display combined with fully automatic video edge detection.  Brochure Available 

News from Vision Engineering (23 October 2006)

Stereo microscopes and non-contact systems

Vision Engineering's patented stereo microscopes and non-contact measuring systems have been designed to improve operator accuracy and efficiency.  Brochure Available 

News from Vision Engineering (23 October 2006)

Multiple simultaneous holes drilled for hinges

 User Application Article  An AutoDrill designed system recently helped a customer fabricating doors, custom door hinges and cabinets significantly increase their production.

News from AutoDrill (23 October 2006)

Electronics and circuits on show at Munich

GSPK Circuits and GSPK Electronics, based in North Yorkshire, UK are gearing themselves up to take Electronica 2006 by storm.

News from GSPK Electronics (23 October 2006)

Wireless data capture at Ronaldsway Aircraft

'Near enough' is never good enough when it comes to transferring data around a computer-based business or manufacturing system.

News from DLoG (UK) (23 October 2006)

CNC milling centre is stiff and accurate

Milling centre - an optimal answer combining speed and rigidity - features a cast iron structure with generously proportioned roller guides for high accuracy and stiffness.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

Precision CNC milling centres range up to 4000mm

A wide range of various sizes of continuous path 3- and multi-axis CNC milling machines range from a 3-axis 600x500x400mm model to 5-axis types with up to 4000mm X-axis traverse.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

Software Author Launches Carbon Neutral Initiative

Document management and imaging software author, Version One has announced the launch of its Carbon-Neutral Initiative.

News from Version One (23 October 2006)

Materials testing systems can be customised

Many materials testing applications require specially adapted instrumentation for a variety of reasons, for which standard universal testing machines can be customised.

News from Lloyd Instruments (23 October 2006)

UK seminars show how to save energy

Distributor of industrial maintenance products, is helping to lead the debate in energy savings with a series of UK seminars, focussing on practical ways of reducing energy consumption.

News from Brammer (23 October 2006)

Courses maximise personnel training benefits

'Embedded Coach' course is specifically designed to help companies maximise their return-on-investment in personnel training.  Brochure Available 

News from Festo (23 October 2006)

Plasma-arc cutter is for manual operation

At EuroBLECH, visitors can see a compact plasma-arc cutting tool which is portable yet powerful enough to efficiently cut through up to 10mm metals.

News from Hypertherm (23 October 2006)

Ironless-rotor DC motors have high power rating

A range of 30mm diameter ironless-rotor DC motors, using high-quality graphite-copper brushgear and precision ball bearings, have 70W power rating.

News from Portescap, a Danaher Motion Company (23 October 2006)

US Arburg Technology Center building begun

Construction of an Arburg US injection moulding demonstration and training area with six molding machines ranging in size from micro-shot models up to 600 US-tonf has begun.

News from Arburg (23 October 2006)

Al extrusions automatically deburred economically

A deburring system with different automation levels uses a tool like a surface wire brush and is driven by a planetary gear reduces deburring to round 3s per end face.

News from RSA Entgrat- u. Trenn-Systeme (23 October 2006)

Robots designed to sort laser-cut parts

An intelligent 6-axis robot transfers the sheet steel from the laser profiler to its rotary table, sorts the finished parts into predefined load carriers and disposes of scrap.

News from Friedrich Remmert (23 October 2006)

Optimising sheet metal handling

Small, automated sheet metal storage systems are straightforward and as a single or double tower solution, they ensure optimum use of the space available.

News from Friedrich Remmert (23 October 2006)

Sheet metal working cell raises flexibility

 User Application Article  By integrating a fully automated sheet metal machining cell, a Swiss toll gate manufacturer aims to achieve perfect coordination and control of machine tool systems.

News from Friedrich Remmert (23 October 2006)

CNC updating kits improve machine tools

CNC updating kits, to improve machine tool productivity and facilitate maintenance, renews CNC technical components without modifying existing wiring, save time and cost.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

Bi-rotary milling head delivers high power

Continuous bi-rotary head is ideal for medium size or large milling machines that perform high speed roughing out to finishing cutting and offers higher torque and power.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

NC system enables high machine tool performance

A flexible and economic numerical control can be used for various machine tool control applications: milling machines for moulds and dies, machining centres and grinding machines.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

CNC connected device checks positioning accuracy

A CNC-connected device for measuring and adjusting bi-rotary, continuous or indexed heads, or rotary-tilting tables checks and corrects geometric errors, improving positioning accuracy.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

Adaptive control safeguards CNC machining

Adaptive control and monitoring system optimizes the roughing out and semi-finishing machining of a mould/die, as well as ensuring the absolute safety of the tool, spindle and machine tool.

News from Fidia (23 October 2006)

Transfer machine builder restructuring proceeds

Transfer machine tool system builder, Mikron Agno, is continuing internal restructuring and reports in 2006 that it has met targets and increased employment.

News from Mikron Machining Technology (23 October 2006)

In-depth UK report examines Chinese engineering

UK Government's Trade and Investment has conducted its first in-depth report, 'China Engineering Scoping Study', into the vibrant Chinese engineering sector.  Brochure Available 

News from UK Trade and Investment (23 October 2006)

Northern UK event showed machine tool interest

Yamazaki Mazak's attendance at the recent UK Northern Manufacturing exhibition was deemed successful following serious interest in the machine tools on show.  Brochure Available 

News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (23 October 2006)

Software shows job profitability as it is produced

 User Application Article  Easy to use job management software is maximising profitability at a Spanish mouldmaker - allowing it to see, in real time, the profitability of each job as it is produced.

News from Sescoi International (23 October 2006)

High pressure ensures porosity-free diecastings

 User Application Article  Indian diecaster has invested in two high pressure machines in order to ensure porous-free castings - aluminium and zinc components - of a consistent quality.

News from Frech (23 October 2006)

Forklift truck popularity gets 'golden' accord

Featuring revolutionary innovations such as active stability and operator total care package a series of forklift truck is claimed to be the most popular forklift model in the world.

News from Toyota Industrial Equipment (UK) Ltd (23 October 2006)

Presswork firm signs Chinese automotive contract

Stadco has signed a contract with Nanjing Automobile Corporation (UK) to transfer the production and assembly equipment for the MGTF sports car to NAC's plant in Longbridge.

News from Stadco (23 October 2006)

Adjustable pallet racking repaired easily

 User Application Article  Designed principally for the storage of palletised goods, an adjustable pallet racking allows any damaged part of a frame to be replaced without renewing the complete frame.

News from Hi-Lo Storage Systems (23 October 2006)

Small but powerful - drilling up to 15 x D

Expanded range of internally cooled small drills is capable of advancing 0.07mm/rev with a diameter of 0.8mm and length of 8mm in 100Cr6 alloy steel at a speed of 50m/min.

News from Mikron Tool SA Agno (23 October 2006)

High performance position feedback encoder

Inmoco is enabling OEMs to maxmise the performance of their servo systems with the introduction of the new Mercury 3500Si from MicroE Systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Inmoco (23 October 2006)

IT linking products and documents

 User Application Article  Proquis helped Barkley Plastics by linking products and documents.

News from Proquis (23 October 2006)

Process mapping with the right tools

 Technical Background Article  Allclear is a tool that can assist the process analyst by prcess mapping, the process of graphically depicting the activities or steps of a process.

News from Proquis (23 October 2006)

Documents from enterprise directly onto the web

Documents can be made available on an Internet or Intranet site directly out of Proquis Enterprise.

News from Proquis (23 October 2006)

Pallet turning table saves labour involvement

The pallet turning table is designed to assist with the commissioning of pallets by reducing the amount of manual labour needed to turn pallets around.

News from B and B Attachments (23 October 2006)

Gloss meter has battery life of 15,000 readings

The Novo-Gloss Trio has been constructed using the latest in opto-electronic technology, which boasts a battery life of 15,000 readings.

News from Rhopoint Instruments (23 October 2006)

Disaster messaging solution improves communication

OmegaIP has developed its disaster messaging solution to improve communications and productivity.

News from OmegaIP (23 October 2006)

Water-based fluid improves metal cutting finish

An ultra-high performance water-mix metalworking fluid ensures maximum tool-life, optimum surface finish, and excellent chip formation on alloy steels, SS and non-ferrous metals.

News from Oiluk (23 October 2006)

Lubricant improves tube-drawing finish