News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 December
to Saturday 16 December 2006
Security measure scrap call welcomed
The Forum of Private Business (FPB) has welcomed the call to scrap anti-terror proposals by the European Commission to improve security of road, rail and waterway freight.
News from Forum of Private Business (15 December 2006)
LIMS and chromatography data systems in Brazil
Thermo Fisher Scientific has announced a new partnership with Interfuso to market, distribute and deploy Thermo Scientific-branded LIMS and chromatography data systems to Brazil. Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (15 December 2006)
Nitrogen generation plant is in production
Universal Cryo Gas, supplier of on-site produced nitrogen, oxygen and argon, has announced that its recently-installed North Carolina nitrogen generation plant is in commercial production.
News from Universal Industrial Gases (15 December 2006)
CCTV products for industry in UK and Ireland
Videotec, leading manufacturer of CCTV products, has recently appointed Bob Groom as UK and Ireland Sales Manager.
News from Videotec Srl (15 December 2006)
OEM true-colour sensor modules
MAZeT, a leading system vendor for industrial electronics, presents two unique OEM true-colour sensor modules under the name MTCS-TIAM.
News from Mazet (15 December 2006)
Thermal IR cameras call time on innings
Cedip Infrared Systems, specialists in IR camera technology, working with BBG Sports has developed a system called 'Hot Spot' that is claimed will end speculation surrounding a cricket dismissal. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (15 December 2006)
Smallest DC equipment fan weighs just 1.4g
Now available from Aerco is a tiny DC fan from ADDA that the manufacturer believes to be the world's smallest DC equipment fan.
News from Aerco (15 December 2006)
Manufacturing support information everywhere
Seemage has appointed Rikei Group as its master distributor for Japan.
News from Seemage (15 December 2006)
Report says diesel particle filters expanding
The emphasis on reducing particulate matter as a result of the EURO IV and EURO V emissions norms is among the most significant factors driving the penetration of diesel particulate filters in Europe.
News from Frost and Sullivan (15 December 2006)
Grease adds to product quality
User Application Article A switch manufacturer applies a film of Kluber Isoflex Topas NB 52 grease to the surface of each component, lubricating contact points evenly, allowing 36,000 components to be treated simultaneously. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (15 December 2006)
Pre-centred mercury-fibre illuminator
A pre-centred mercury-fibre illumination system that never needs alignment has been launched by Nikon Instruments. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (15 December 2006)
Circuit board repair kit introduced
A professional circuit board repair kit includes cover removal and replacement of coatings and components, repair of conductors and edge contacts and lead free repair frames.
News from Intertronics (15 December 2006)
Self suggested business award for small firms
On the entry form for British Small Business Champions (BSBC) 2007 businesses are asked to suggest the ideal prize that would benefit them .
News from Federation of Small Businesses (15 December 2006)
Contract research outsourcing finance partner
Ocimum Biosolutions has announced that International Finance Corporation (IFC) will invest USD 6.5 million of equity, for a minority stake, and debt in the Company.
News from Ocimum Biosolutions (15 December 2006)
LIMS and synthesis acquisition in Holland
Ocimum Biosolutions has acquired the BioMolecules synthesis business of Isogen Life Science based in The Netherlands.
News from Ocimum Biosolutions (15 December 2006)
Rugged hot shoe connector keeps out chemicals
High performance interconnect maker Harwin, has launched standard 8, 12 and 16 way versions of its rugged Hot Shoe connector technology which enables rapid and simple connection.
News from Harwin (15 December 2006)
Code generator automatically generates PLC code
Emjen Engineering has announced results of a secondary Process Review of The PLC Code Generator.
News from Emjen Engineering (15 December 2006)
Cameras for machine vision, monitoring, security
Scorpion Vision (SVL) has put the finishing touches to its range of Sony Smart Cameras for machine vision, monitoring and security applications. Brochure Available
News from Scorpion Vision (15 December 2006)
Pressure transducer module has no pcb
The Gefran PMH pressure transducer module has no pcb fitted to pre-condition the pressure output signal, so design engineers will benefit from the natural characteristics of silicon strain gauges.
News from SensorsOne (15 December 2006)
Forum approves of dispute resolution review
The Forum of Private Business has welcomed the announcement by Secretary of State that there will be a 'root and branch' review of Government support for resolving disputes in the workplace.
News from Forum of Private Business (15 December 2006)
High resolution in-line x-ray inspection system
3DX-RAY is using IPOT to highlight its in-line x-ray inspection system, X-Line plus its MDXi stand-alone system.
News from 3DX-Ray (15 December 2006)
Product sourcing, QC and logistics support
A new UK-based partnership between the founders of Shanghai-based ET2C International and Tilbury-based Uniserve Group .
News from ET2C International (15 December 2006)
Spectroscopic ellipsometer measures thin film
Mikropack has introduced a compact, easy-to-use, bench-top spectroscopic ellipsometer for thin film measurement.
News from Mikropack (15 December 2006)
Cordless reciprocating saw has lithium-ion battery
Metabo has announced that its ASE 18 cordless reciprocating saw is now available with a lithium-ion battery.
News from Metabo (15 December 2006)
Square fan improves life expectancy
EAO, UK representative for Sanyo Denki, can improve the life expectancy and eliminate maintenance concerns of a product with the industry's first Long Life 40mm square fan. Brochure Available
News from EAO (15 December 2006)
Packaging line suitable for many formats
Sigpack Systems, a Bosch Packaging Technology Company, and Burgopak have together developed a new packaging line.
News from Sigpack Systems (15 December 2006)
Manufacturing engineering chair filled
Dr James Gao has been appointed to the Medway Chair of Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Greenwich.
News from University of Greenwich (15 December 2006)
Multi layer bottle has longer shelf life
User Application Article An upside-down multi-layer bottle has a distinctive, curved shape and sits upside-down for ease of squeezability and provides long-term barrier protection for an extended shelf life
News from RPC Group (15 December 2006)
Transmission and conveyor chain for Coca Cola
User Application Article Coca-Cola have recently benefited from a survey of all the transmission and conveyor chain used on machinery at its bottling plant at Enfield, North London.
News from Renold Chain (15 December 2006)
Circular milling tools for precise insert location
The introduction of WNT's MiniMill series of circular milling tools builds on the already successful WNT MiniCut turning programme. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (15 December 2006)
Modular system controls machinery access
Machinery safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an AS-interface (AS-i) control and safety base module for its eGard system.
News from Fortress Interlocks (15 December 2006)
Combined servomotors and gearheads
Danaher Motion has launched a series of combined servomotors/gearheads which guarantee short installation and testing times together with optimum performance since the two modules are well matched.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd (15 December 2006)
Mould tools and mouldings for medical equipment
User Application Article The console housing and service trolley mould tools and mouldings for PlasmaJet, a new neutral plasma coagulator being developed by Plasma Surgical, are being manufactured by Midas Pattern.
News from Midas Pattern (15 December 2006)
600V integrated and protected ballast control IC
International Rectifier has introduced a 600V fully-integrated and protected ballast control IC for advanced linear fluorescent lamp ballasts which incorporate active power factor correction (PFC).
News from International Rectifier (15 December 2006)
Process weighing system suits cheese plant
User Application Article A high performance, process weighing system suitable for most weighing applications has enabled a small cheese manufacturer and pre-packer in Wales to dramatically enhance its cheese production.
News from Applied Weighing International (15 December 2006)
Mobile computer with a mobile phone form factor
Datalogic UK has announced the launch of the new Datalogic Memor pocket-sized Windows-powered mobile computer. Brochure Available
News from Datalogic Scanning (15 December 2006)
Automation command and signalling devices
Attractive styling combined with outstanding durability make the command and signalling devices in Moeller Electric's latest RMQ-Titan range an ideal choice for use in modern automation installations.
News from Moeller Electric (15 December 2006)
Sensors for advanced process measurement
Analytical Technology (ATi) has introduced an innovative pH/ORP monitor, a superior sensor technology for advanced process measurement. Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (15 December 2006)
MIG welding machines in online shop
Olympus Technologies has taken its well established range of high quality MIG welding machines to the online marketplace with its new online shop.
News from Olympus Technologies (15 December 2006)
Job management system is easy to use and implement
Sescoi demonstrated Version 18 of its WorkNC automatic CAM/CAD software, supported by videos of parts cut by customers Cambrain and Riken Forge.
News from Sescoi International (15 December 2006)
Dimensional measurement and laser scanning
GKS Inspection Services, a global provider of dimensional measurement and laser scanning services, has improved the capabilities of its Surface analyser equipment in its Detroit-metro lab.
News from GKS Inspection Services (15 December 2006)
Power supplies for electrostatic air cleaners
Emco High Voltage is setting new design and manufacturing standards for the Clean Air Technology Marketplace utilising it's 30 plus years of high voltage experience.
News from Emco High Voltage Corp (15 December 2006)
One-hit mill/turn cycles produce marine valve
User Application Article An important turn-key project to produce special development marine valve blocks out of 316 stainless steel with a three micron final bore tolerance has been completed by Rodmatic Hytek of Reading.
News from Rodmatic (15 December 2006)
Half price displacement measurement sensor
A non-contact, optoelectronic displacement measurement sensor has been launched that offers OEMs, machine builders and end users all the technical advantages of its predecessor, but at half the cost. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (15 December 2006)
Power jacks for lifting and actuation tasks
Tsubaki UK has launched a new range of high quality, high precision power jacks for lifting and actuation tasks in all areas of industry and commerce. Brochure Available
News from Tsubakimoto UK (15 December 2006)
Test software for circuit materials testing
KTE V5.2 from Keighley provides a number of features that dramatically increase throughput for leading-edge circuit materials testing, such as those requiring RF level frequencies Brochure Available
News from Keithley Instruments (15 December 2006)
Line scan cameras and profiling systems
Oxford Sensor Technology (OST) has announced its appointment as an Integration Partner for the Sick/IVP range of high speed line scan cameras and profiling systems.
News from Oxford Sensor Technology (15 December 2006)
CDS selected by Quality Transmission Components
User Application Article Catalog Data Solutions has announced that Quality Transmission Components (QTC) has selected its 3D CAD modeling and catalog technology to present its products online.
News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) (15 December 2006)
Immediate response to initial office action
Romer plans immediate response to initial office action from patent office in second reexamination proceeding
News from ROMER CimCore (15 December 2006)
Turn-On-and-Go mobility solutions
GiveMePower launches new ultra mobile computing solutions for building surveying, construction and facilities management
News from GiveMePower Corporation (15 December 2006)
PCI-104 CPU module powered by AMD
Acrosser introduces the AR-B1622, the PCI-104 CPU module powered by AMD LX 800 Processor
News from Acrosser Technology (15 December 2006)
Improve Time to Market
Improve time to market with downloadable 2D and 3D CAD drawings from Sick Stegmann
News from Sick Stegmann (15 December 2006)
Red Lion supports Allen Bradley via native tags
Red Lion Controls announces native tag support of Allen Bradley's Logix series PLCs.
News from Red Lion Controls USA (15 December 2006)
High Court Rules for Biscit against NetServices
Biscit announces that the High Court of Justice issued an injunction against NetServices to consent to the immediate transfer of authentication realms
News from BISCit Internet (15 December 2006)
Harsh environment programmable pressure transducer
Inertial Aerosystems announce the availability of a new affordable precision digital pressure transducer, with a hermetically sealed stainless steel construction. Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (15 December 2006)
Comtech M2M selected for the 2007 M2M 100
Annual Directory of Top Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Technology and Service Provider Companies
News from Comtech M2M (15 December 2006)
Powerful Tool for Simplifying Design Programming.
National Instruments Extends LabVIEW Embedded Design Platform to QNX Neutrino Real-Time Operating System Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (15 December 2006)
High density evolution device servers
Equipped with the award-winning Lantronix Evolution OS, the EDS16PR and EDS32PR include technologies to bring non-traditional equipment under the control of IT management
News from Lantronix (15 December 2006)
Hardened components add value
Hardened components add value in Ethernet Direct's industrial ethernet switches to survive extreme conditions
News from Ethernet Direct (15 December 2006)
Digital Kanban by Datacraft Solutions
Technical Background Article Connecting and integrating large and small companies electronically with all trading partners;
News from Datacraft Solutions (15 December 2006)
Encompix ETO ERP selected by Wilmington Machinery
User Application Article Encompix provides ETO manufacturers with a competitive advantage by improving bottom line results
News from Encompix (15 December 2006)
Enterprise 21 selected by Nu-West
User Application Article Technology Group International has announced that Nu-west Construction Products has selected Enterprise 21 ERP software as the replacement package for its existing legacy system.
News from Technology Group International (15 December 2006)
Highly functional user interface
Technical Background Article Rules-based generation of product structures, costs and pricing must be delivered in a flexible, guided interface through the use of embedded workflow.
News from Visibility (15 December 2006)
CRM system deployment takes proper planning
Technical Background Article Commence has developed STEP, (Strategic Targeted Execution Process), a proven methodology for the successful implementation of the Commence CRM solution
News from Commence Corporation (15 December 2006)
MIG/MAG wire feeders have impact resistance
Welding company has launched two wire feed units for its three-phase 230V/440V MIG/MAG welding systems for use in shipbuilding, offshore and general fabrication.
News from Kemppi (UK) (15 December 2006)
Higher manufacturing skills improve business
The Automotive Academy is a blueprint for what we want to see across the whole of manufacturing, with higher skills bringing more efficient business - UK government minister.
News from Automotive Academy (15 December 2006)
Copper capillary ensures wire bond quality
Copper capillary supports highly consistent and stable fine wire 2nd bonds, while maintaining the quality of the overall wire bonding process.
News from Kulicke and Soffa Industries (15 December 2006)
Pre-registration is open for machine vision show
Intended visitors can now pre-register for the UK's complete optical, photonics, vision and displays technology event and view the latest developments.
News from Trident Exhibitions (15 December 2006)
Metals cutting tooling development centre opened
To further develop and promote 'intelligent' metalcutting alternatives, Ceratizit has opened a centre of excellence for ultra-hard cutting materials in Luxembourg.
News from Ceratizit UK (15 December 2006)
Expanding collets solve difficult machining jobs
If it is not possible to grip a workpiece on its outside diameter in a lathe, an expanding collet gripping the job internally may be the answer.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools (15 December 2006)
PVD coated inserts cut drilling cycles
User Application Article Using a drill with PVD carbide coated inserts has enabled a manufacturer of electro-magnet steel cases to reduce drilling cycle times from 19.6s to just 2.7s.
News from Walter GB (15 December 2006)
Machine tool engineer gains technology award
The Werner-von-Siemens-Ring Stiftung [Foundation] in Berlin has awarded German entrepreneur, Professor Berthold Leibinger, Germany's most important technology award. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (15 December 2006)
CNC machining software firm seeks agents
Sescoi, France, is looking for distributors and channel partners in the UK and Ireland to increase its market penetration for its WorkNC CAM/CAD and new MyWorkPLAN job management software.
News from Sescoi International (15 December 2006)
Training is the key to business success
Train to Gain, the UK Learning and Skills Council's new service, offering expert advice and sourcing training for businesses, reports an eight-fold increase in demand.
News from Learning and Skills Council (15 December 2006)
Mixing Solutions names assistant marketing manager
Mixing Solutions has appointed Debbie Goddard as assistant marketing manager for its process agitation business across the eastern hemisphere.
News from Mixing Solutions (15 December 2006)
CAM system chosen for mill/turn and CAD transfer
User Application Article After looking at several CAM systems a racing car manufacturer chose a system met all of its requirements for mill/turn and ease of solid model transfer with its CAD system. Brochure Available
News from EdgeCAM (15 December 2006)
Developer challenge fosters co-innovation
Top SAP developers from around the world compete in 2006 developer challenge.
News from SAP (15 December 2006)
Plastic laser-sintering systems launched
EOS launched a new generation of plastic laser-sintering systems, comprising one new machine and two improved models, at the recent EuroMold exhibition in Frankfurt.
News from EOS Electro Optical Systems (15 December 2006)
Funding to tackle six million tonnes of food waste
Essential funding is being made available by WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) to help reduce the six million tonnes of household food that is thrown away by UK consumers each year.
News from WRAP (15 December 2006)
Profecta Labels uses HP Indigo press
Profecta Labels has invested in an HP Indigo press ws4050 to penetrate the Canadian digital label printing market.
News from Hewlett Packard (15 December 2006)
Consultancy service saves production costs
User Application Article Newton Industrial Consultants has announced a deal with leading insulation manufacturer Celotex to increase efficiencies and reduce wastage in the company's production process.
News from Newton Industrial Consultants (14 December 2006)
Component manufacture award for service
PCML at the Telegraph Business Awards has received the Customer Care Award for 2006.
News from Precise Component Manufacture (14 December 2006)
Strain transmitter sensor protects moulds
The force required to close a mould is an important parameter that needs to be monitored and controlled to protect the mould from damage.
News from Kistler Instruments (14 December 2006)
Motor specialist for stainless products
Marlin Stainless has appointed Peter Macfarlane as Motor Specialist with specific responsibility for the North West of the UK.
News from Marlin Stainless (14 December 2006)
Graduate recruiters online in one place
JobsGroup.net, independent network of niche jobsites, is to provide popular graduate site 1stopcareer with job posting and job search facilities via its award-winning JobsinaBox technology.
News from JobsGroup.net (14 December 2006)
Welding equipment control online
Powerwavesoftware.com is The Lincoln Electric Company's new web resource exclusively for fabricators who rely on Lincoln's welding equipment featuring Waveform Control Technology.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (14 December 2006)
Stick electrodes are cellulosic for welding
Lincoln Electric's family of Pipeliner products has grown with the additions of six new stick electrodes - the 7P+, 8P+, 17P, 18P, 19P and 20P.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (14 December 2006)
Portable, low vacuum fume extractor
Lincoln Electric has announced the Mobiflex fume extractor, a portable, low vacuum system designed for the intermittent and continuous removal and filtration of welding fumes.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (14 December 2006)
Welding consumables company acquired
Lincoln Electric, USA, has announced that it has acquired Metrode Products, a privately-held manufacturer of specialty consumables focused on the process and power generation industries.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (14 December 2006)
Arc welding products in new training centre
Lincoln Electric has opened a new-concept regional distribution and training centre in Atlanta.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (14 December 2006)
Automated die handling increases safety
Safety in metal stamping plants has come a long way in the last 30 years, and Serapid has been a leader in automating die handling to increase safety for employees.
News from Serapid (14 December 2006)
Control valve co-operation for interoperability
Yokogawa Electric has entered into a formal mutual co-operation agreement with four control valve suppliers and is accelerating its efforts to play an active role in the global IA market.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (14 December 2006)
Communication gateway for inexpensive monitoring
Red Lion Controls has introduced the ICM8 Communication Gateway module as a cost-effective way to implement online data monitoring of Red Lion temperature controllers and PAX Series Panel Meters.
News from Red Lion Controls (14 December 2006)
KMT reorganises following acquisition
Following the recent acquisitions of RPT and H2O Jet, as well as the new joint-venture KMT Spindle Technology, KMT has introduced a new organisation based on four Business Areas.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems (14 December 2006)
Cables acquisition completed
B3 Cable Solutions (B3) has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the ABB Cables business, based in Longford, Ireland.
News from B3 Cable Solutions (14 December 2006)
Controls for test, measurement and automation
National Instruments has announced the release of NI Measurement Studio 8.1, a comprehensive suite of class libraries and user interface controls for test, measurement and automation applications. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (14 December 2006)
Chain lubricant and service saves downtime
User Application Article A UK site of a major global confectionery manufacturer saved over GBP 48,000 in one outage in parts alone and helped increase throughput by eliminating lubrication- attributable downtime. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (14 December 2006)
Code generator webinar discusses programming
Emjen Engineering has launched a Free Product Webinar Series for The PLC Code Generator software.
News from Emjen Engineering (14 December 2006)
Application development and support at centre
User Application Article Satyam Computer Services, has announced the launch of a 40-seater Offshore Development Centre (ODC) at Satyam's Bangalore campus.
News from Satyam Computer Services (14 December 2006)
Plummeting engineering graduate numbers
New research of UK engineering academics and students paints an alarming picture of a skills crisis brewing in the UK engineering industry.
News from C-Mac MicroTechnology (14 December 2006)
High-power beams for micro-joining
The latest generation of GSI's JK pulsed Nd:YAG lasers provide precise, high-power beams that are ideal for micro-joining applications.
News from GSI Group, Laser Division (14 December 2006)
Technology platform covers measurement science
Chemistry Innovation Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) has launched a new technology platform to complement the current portfolio of platforms and themes: Measurement Science and Technology (MST).
News from Chemistry Innovation KTN (14 December 2006)
Analytical liquid analysis platform
A new Rosemount Analytical liquid analysis platform has been announced by Emerson Process Management.
News from Emerson Process Management (14 December 2006)
Slant bed lathes for ease of maintenance
Targeting the lathe user where two-axis functionality, ease of maintenance and a good return on the investment is demanded, C Dugard is offering two versions of its Dugard Eagle 100 slant bed lathe. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (14 December 2006)
Plastics repair kit saves costs on race car damage
User Application Article The laminated wings of a racing car cost between GBP 4-5,000 each and are very vulnerable to damage, so in the event of any mishaps a plastics repair kit is used for repairs.
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives (14 December 2006)
Programming change raises productivity 50%
User Application Article WorkNC has raised productivity by up to 50% at a US mould making company and the reason is, machine tools now spend more time cutting metals than in 'cutting air', said the company.
News from Sescoi International (14 December 2006)
Arc welding safety CD includes OSHA standards
Latest US welding safety standards require industries to control worker exposures to Cr(VI) and are covered in a new CD about arc welding safety.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (14 December 2006)
Infrared camera training courses announced
FLIR Systems, the global leader in infrared cameras, has announced the 2007 schedule for the fully certified infrared training courses offered by its dedicated Infrared Training Center (ITC). Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (14 December 2006)
CAD/CAM assisted in diesel engine project
User Application Article Working with latest CAD/CAM package has a subcontractor confidence to guarantee all its customers that it can rapidly turnaround machined parts to exceptionally high standards.
News from Open Mind Technologies UK (14 December 2006)
Modelling and simulation saves money
Advanced design, modelling and simulation technology solved many manufacturing issues and reduced production costs for one product by almost GBP 500,000/year.
News from National Metals Technology Centre (14 December 2006)
Glue boards attract and kill flying insects
Glue boards, or 'I-Boards', for use in its insect exterminators, attract, catch and kill flies and other flying insects, determine how many insects have been caught - useful for HACCP.
News from Insectron (14 December 2006)
Water jet cutting expands its applications
User Application Article A southern UK company reports on the remarkable take-up of water jet cutting in the architectural, building and ceramics industries and, latterly, artists.
News from WJS UK (14 December 2006)
LinuxIT Europe's CEO on IT A-List
LinuxIT Europe has announced that CEO Peter Dawes-Huish has been selected for the 2006 A-List of the most influential people in IT.
News from LinuxIT Europe (14 December 2006)
Network cards synchronize distributed devices
IEEE 1588 Protocol Stack with example Implementation on VxWorks for x86
News from Real-Time Systems (14 December 2006)
New eBook for Programming with AutoCAD
UpFront.eZine Publishing releases new title on LISP, DCL, and Diesel programming
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (14 December 2006)
CoWare integrates Microsoft Windows embedded CE
CoWare joins Microsoft embedded partner program to give Windows embedded CE developers the ability to build, integrate, and test software before silicon is available
News from CoWare (14 December 2006)
CenitDesktop launches Catia Composites Software
CenitDesktop has announced the availability of Dassault Systems Catia Composite Design and Manufacture products in the UK. Brochure Available
News from Desktop Engineering (14 December 2006)
Training Synergy helps British Energy XP migration
User Application Article Training Synergy has provided training support to a Windows XP rollout throughout British Energy offices in the UK.
News from Training Synergy (14 December 2006)
Making innovation work
Technical Background Article Technology has the potential to change the way that products are merchandised, displayed and promoted, but retailers will expect a convincing business case and a solid return on investment
News from Episys (14 December 2006)
Fiction factory accelerates design processes
User Application Article Leading shop design atelier moves to CoCreate's OneSpace Modeling
News from CoCreate Software (14 December 2006)
Trainer1 exports e-learning expertise to Russia
User Application Article Trainer1 is supplying its e-learning expertise and experience to Business Training Russia (BTR), one of Russia's leading short-term business education and training companies.
News from Trainer1 (14 December 2006)
Video synchronization and auto-sequences
HBM's new catman AP software provides video-synchronisation and auto-sequences to help rapid data acquisition, visualization and data analysis. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (14 December 2006)
Via support for Microsoft Robotics Studio
Via EPIA mainboards are the platform of choice for robotics developers looking for compact, off-the-shelf mainboards with extensive feature sets and ultra low power draw.
News from VIA Technologies (14 December 2006)
Zigbee certified wireless modules
Digi International announces that its MaxStream branded XBee product family has been ZigBee Certified by the ZigBee Alliance.
News from Digi International (14 December 2006)
Primavera acquires prosight and pertmaster
Acquisitions give Primavera a Complete, end-to-end project and portfolio management solution
News from Primavera (14 December 2006)
Aldata wins major retail contract in India
User Application Article Aldata has won a contract to provide a complete software solution to Apollo Pharmacies, a pharmaceutical retail chain owned by Apollo Group, the largest integrated healthcare company in India.
News from Aldata (14 December 2006)
RAD wireless multiplexer and the Rolling Stones
User Application Article A RAD Data Communications wireless multiplexer provides them quick deployment of voice and data at half the cost of a conventional solution
News from RAD Data Communications (14 December 2006)
NI preparing for anticipated operating system
National Instruments among first to offer engineers compatibility with Windows Vista Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (14 December 2006)
Simultaneous measurement of methane and propane
Aspectrics announces a new application for the analysis of methane, ethane and propane in gas phase using EP-IR technology. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (14 December 2006)
Laplink confirms PCmover for Vista shipment date
Just in time for Microsoft's release of its new Vista operating system, Laplink has announced it will have PCmover for Vista shipped to retail shelves by January 30, 2007
News from Laplink Software (14 December 2006)
Christmas freebies from UKFast
UKFast, the UK's top B2B Internet host, is lending a hand by offering iPods and PSP consoles free with every fully managed server order this December.
News from UKFast (14 December 2006)
Windows Vista premium logo for Via Vynil
Industry leading via vinyl VT1708 series HD audio codecs are certified Vista ready for a high fidelity audio experience
News from VIA Technologies (14 December 2006)
Nanomaterials tooling firm established
A UK university and a leading manaufacturer of plasma tooling have set up Surrey NanoSystems, to provide commercial tools for producing nanomaterials.
News from University of Surrey (14 December 2006)
Finance support given to controls MBO
Pneumatic Lines, a leading provider of electronic and pneumatic control systems in the Midlands and East Anglia has completed a management buyout supported by GE Commercial Finance.
News from GE Commercial Finance (14 December 2006)
Packaging machinery helps food maker keep pace
Latest packaging machinery is helping fresh produce suppliers keep pace with increasingly high-pressure demands for more flexibility and innovations to meet the sophisticated demands of consumers.
News from Ulma Packaging (14 December 2006)
Surface analysis workshop to show benefits
CSMA is holding a surface analysis workshop that will include brief presentations on XPS, ToFSIMS, 3DP and DSIMS depth profiling as well as industrial case studies.
News from CSMA (Centre for Surface and Materials Analysis) (14 December 2006)
Dawsonrentals keeps paper rolling
Dawsonrentals portable cold storage recently revealed a brand new function for their flexible storage solution
News from Dawson Group (14 December 2006)
Aeronautics and space materials research
Huntsman Advanced Materials has announced the company's participation in two major European Specific Targeted Research Projects for aeronautics and space applications.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (14 December 2006)
Low cost, high impact brand protection
Packaging coding management specialist Claricom has launched a new division, CounterFight, which provides an effective low-cost brand protection and anti-counterfeit solution.
News from Claricom (14 December 2006)
Ulma keep pace with fresh produce developments
The latest packaging machinery is helping fresh produce suppliers keep pace with increasingly high-pressure demands for more flexibility and innovations to meet the sophisticated demands of consumers.
News from Ulma Packaging (14 December 2006)
PFM's Flexpicker seals wet wipes market
Wet wipes are particularly distinctive and challenging when it comes to maintaining productivity and high volume throughput on packaging lines.
News from PFM Packing Machinery (14 December 2006)
Tagging system helps win safety certification
User Application Article Velosi cuts safety admin costs with help from Scafftag. Brochure Available
News from Scafftag (14 December 2006)
A perfect fit for the food industry
Perfect Fit, the protective gloves range from Bacou-Dalloz, has developed a range of products specifically designed for the food industry.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (14 December 2006)
Latest earmuff for noisy environments
New super-slim leightning earmuffs from Bilsom.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (14 December 2006)
Properly labeled pipes for more safety
New Pipe Grabber Pipe Marking Sleeves improve safety.
News from Graphic Products (14 December 2006)
Planet Platforms wins Innovation Award.
Planet Platforms, manufacturer and distributor of work-place access solutions, has won the Innovation Award category in the first Wakefield District Business Awards.
News from Planet Platforms (14 December 2006)
Replacement drives mechanical testing/handling
Replacement demand is currently the most important driver in the European mechanical testing and material handling equipment market.
News from Frost and Sullivan (13 December 2006)
Course combines mechanical/electrical engineering
A new course that aims to produce students with the combined mechanical and electrical engineering skills that employers badly need will be run from 2007 at the University of Bath UK.
News from University of Bath (13 December 2006)
ASTM names vice chairman for board
Having been active in several ASTM Committees, Paul K Whitcraft has been named vice chairman, ASTM International board of directors.
News from ASTM International (13 December 2006)
2007 to get tougher in metals fabricating markets
No-one looking at the fabricated metal products market over the past 12 months could describe it as a comfortable environment, and 2007 looks even tougher.
News from Plimsoll Publishing (13 December 2006)
Renold Group sells machine tools assets
The Renold group has agreed improved terms for the sale of certain assets and liabilities of its Machine Tools business to Venture Private Equity.
News from Renold Chain (13 December 2006)
Developing UK engineering apprenticeships
The Learning and Skills Council has launched its search for employers in UK manufacturing sector who are exceptionally committed to developing the skills through apprentice training programmes.
News from Learning and Skills Council (13 December 2006)
Conveyor dramatically reduces prawn wastage
User Application Article Top conveyor fitted with flights and side walls at a seafoods pant will transport frozen prawns and dramatically reduce prawn waste when compared with using a flat chain conveyor.
News from Habasit Rossi (13 December 2006)
UK lifting equipment firm celebrates 30 years
Lifting Solutions is celebrating its 30th anniversary and has grown from a simple chain and rope supplier into having its own access division, machine shop and fabrication capability.
News from Lifting Solutions (13 December 2006)
Ceramic tooling insert rough cuts cast irons
Silicone nitride ceramic tooling insert grade delivers exceptional performance for cast iron machining including heavy roughing operations.
News from NTK Cutting Tools (13 December 2006)
Recruitment site has record registrations, revenue
JobsGroup.net, the UK's largest operator of niche jobsites, achieved its highest number of visitors, CV registrations, and revenue in the history of the award-winning company.
News from JobsGroup.net (13 December 2006)
Coil loading cars retrofit easily into lines
Low cost, easy to install coil loading cars have been designed for easy retrofitting to most de-coilers found in coil processing lines.
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools (13 December 2006)
Irish agency handles CNC lathes, machining centres
Sales and service in the Irish Republic and Northern Ireland of German-built Index and Traub CNC lathes, as well as Hermle and SHW machining centres will be handled by a new subsidiary.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (13 December 2006)
5-axis micro-drilling reduces wing times
User Application Article A powerful 5-axis micro-drilling application has significantly reduced the production time for aerospace components - drilling up to 350 holes in each wing.
News from Vero International Group (13 December 2006)
Solid carbide cutters mill aluminium faster
Solid carbide cutters - 3-20mm diameter - deliver much higher cutting speeds and feeds for machining aluminium than conventional cutters. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (13 December 2006)
UK DTI's target to slash red tape welcomed
The Forum of Private Business has cautiously welcomed moves to slash red tape in the UK government's Department of Trade and Industry's Simplification Plan.
News from Forum of Private Business (13 December 2006)
Vertical machining centre absorbs vibration
A vertical machining centre's vibration absorbing ribbed structure enables the machine to carry out high stock removal, especially when milling. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (13 December 2006)
Radcure coatings market may change
Original applications in the European radiation curable (radcure) coatings market are reaching saturation point, however, novel applications and new markets will sustain market growth.
News from Frost and Sullivan (13 December 2006)
Lovefilm Chooses Codestone to Implement SAP
User Application Article Europe's leading online DVD rental company, Lovefilm International, has chosen Poole-based IT solution provider Codestone to implement SAP Business One.
News from Codestone (13 December 2006)
Locking bush improves rod line efficiency
User Application Article Use of a locking bush In a processing line for the production of steel rod and bar has made the fixing of the feed rollers more efficient in a shaft to hub connection. Brochure Available
News from Lenze (13 December 2006)
Customers endorse new Microsoft-Novell deal
Just-released survey shows more than 90 percent favour vendor cooperation on interoperability
News from Microsoft (13 December 2006)
VoIP solution as part of desktop communications
Upcoming release of Microsoft Office communications server aims to accelerate voice over internet protocol adoption by enabling IT to extend existing telephony infrastructure.
News from Microsoft (13 December 2006)
IP-based audio-visual presentation solution
User Application Article BNS and Cloud Systems deliver ground breaking IP-based audio-visual presentation solution to Cisco Systems
News from Broadband Network Systems (13 December 2006)
Tech-free e-learning launch
MyKnowledgeMap (MKM) is introducing a new version of its e-learning course planning system, Compendle, for companies and professionals, on Stand 81 at Learning Technologies 2007 this January.
News from MyKnowledgeMap (13 December 2006)
New committee for the eLearning Network
The eLN has recorded another success with its 'How Much Per Hour?' conference, held in London on 24th November.
News from eLearning Network (13 December 2006)
Centre covers motor/starter training courses
WEG has opened a technical training centre providing free, standard, customised and application-specific courses in drives, soft starters and motor systems.
News from WEG Electric Motors (UK) (13 December 2006)
Professional development conference for test
National Instruments host NIDays 2006 at Savoy Place, the home of the IET Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (13 December 2006)
Services organizations report strong ROI
Analyst research reveals Epicor for service enterprises enables significant return on investment, estimated over a five year period.
News from Epicor (13 December 2006)
Edexcel endorses teachers' e-learning
A series of teacher training programmes have been developed by Echelon Learning.
News from Echelon Learning (13 December 2006)
Easy deployment of engineering collaboration
New Teamcenter community appliance complements PLM deployments to significantly reduce time-to-value linked to collaboration.
News from Siemens PLM Software (13 December 2006)
The right NFC tag for the right NFC application
Technical Background Article Innovision research and technology publishes the second in its series of authoritative white papers on near field communication in the real world
News from Innovision Research and Technology (13 December 2006)
Franklin joins license subscription program
User Application Article Benefits from ability to provide improved services to city's 48,000 citizens Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (13 December 2006)
First 100% browser based ETO ERP
Visibility.net has a highly functional user interface, providing complex manufacturers with a multi-document interface (multiple windows) in a single browser session.
News from Visibility (13 December 2006)
Focus and value proposition for manufacturers
Commence offers 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 (13 December 2006)
Features expand realistic simulation capabilities
Dassault Systemes Announces Abaqus for Catia V5 Version 2.4
News from Dassault Systemes (13 December 2006)
Achieve savings with digital kanbans
Technical Background Article The central hallmark of demand driven supply chain is a digital kanban system which achieves savings in several key areas according to Stephen Parker
News from Datacraft Solutions (13 December 2006)
Encompix Helps MeteorComm Communicate
User Application Article Encompix assists wireless telecommunications company
News from Encompix (13 December 2006)
Competitive advantages for nail distributor
User Application Article Enterprise 21 offers significant advantages to the largest independent nail distributor on the West Coast
News from Technology Group International (13 December 2006)
Manufacturing display at virtual rollout milestone
User Application Article Boeing simulates and "manufactures" 787 dreamliner at industry-first event with 3D PLM from Dassault Systemes
News from Dassault Systemes (13 December 2006)
New 3D CAD software increases productivity
User Application Article Dyco doubles design speed and eases large-assembly handling by switching to SolidWorks software
News from SolidWorks Corporation (13 December 2006)
Traceability Laws Demand Effective Coding Systems
Technical Background Article Linx Printing Technologies believes that new European Union (EU) traceability regulations for food packaging underline the importance of having an effective and workable system in place.
News from Linx Printing Technologies (13 December 2006)
Utilities improve operational efficiency with SAP
User Application Article Midsize utility enterprises and municipalities power momentum with SAP Solutions
News from SAP (13 December 2006)
Review traceability systems
Coding specialists Linx Printing Technologies says new EU regulations regarding traceability for food packaging underline the importance of having an effective and workable system in place,
News from Linx Printing Technologies (13 December 2006)
Fashion into safety eyewear
Pulsafe is launching Metalite - Fashion styling comes to safety spectacles.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (13 December 2006)
Protective gloves for harsh environments
A perfect fit for the petro-chemical industry.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (13 December 2006)
Extreme resistance for Comaprene glove
Comaprene - No compromise from Marigold Industrial.
News from Marigold Industrial (13 December 2006)
Case erecting and inserting equipment automates
Versatile case erecting and inserting equipment for more automated end of line equipment can deal with many other products as well as drinks. Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (12 December 2006)
Agents appointed for die change systems
More US representatives of Serapid products have been appointed, including MasTech of Troy, Michigan and Schweda Machine Tool Sales of Delafield, Wisconsin.
News from Serapid (12 December 2006)
Power transmission event focuses on people
Themed 'People make the difference', the EPTDA's 2007 networking event for power transmission/motion control industry will feature high-profile speakers.
News from EPTDA (12 December 2006)
Higher quality lubricating oils mean lower costs
Technical Background Article Joe O'Connor, a product application specialist from Shell Lubricants, explains why the right lubricant is always a worthwhile investment in industrial components such as gearboxes Brochure Available
News from Shell Lubricants (12 December 2006)
Power press builder records 43% growth in 3 years
International mechanical power press builder reported a 43% increase in sales from 2002 to 2005, with year end results of over US$460 million.
News from AIDA-Europe, AIDA SAS UK Branch (12 December 2006)
Greater flexibility for protective eyewear
Any face! Anywhere! - New Pulsafe(r) Fitlogic - The ultimate adjustable safety spectacle.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (12 December 2006)
Practical stylish workwear
Timberland PRO combines High Street desirability with the stylish practicality needed for working environment.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (12 December 2006)
New width Pillomat cushions even more
The latest generation now includes an increased width option of 1.2m - a 33 per cent increase. Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (12 December 2006)
Entrance flooring within budget
The budget solution for budget airline terminal. Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (12 December 2006)
Web site covers static control, surface cleaning
Supplier of static control, surface cleaning and compressed air solutions, has launched a Web site featuring comprehensive technical and application details. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (11 December 2006)
Online product selection tools for industry
Catalog Data Solutions (CDS), a leading provider of online product selection tools for industrial suppliers and distributors, has appointed James L Browning as National Sales Manager.
News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) (11 December 2006)
Grease gives longer life for automotive parts
With Klubersynth BR 46-82, Kluber Lubrication has overcome the gap between seemingly irreconcilable objectives: a powerful low- and high-temperature grease for drive-by-wire components in cars. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (11 December 2006)
Dual filters offer additional capacity
Designated Model 82, fluid filters from Rosedale have two housings piped together with common porting for parallel operation.
News from Rosedale Products Europe (11 December 2006)
Rotary air gripper combines two functions into one
SMC has announced the release of the MRHQ Rotary Air Gripper.
News from SMC Corporation of America (11 December 2006)
Design, partitioning, test for system-in-package
The new System-in-Package (SiP) paradigm in electronics product implementation allows the mixing of optimum active and passive device technologies in bare die format within a single package outline. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (11 December 2006)
Cutting tool field sales additions
Allied Maxcut has extended its technical field sales operations with the appointment of four new regionally based sales engineers to support its national distribution network.
News from Allied Maxcut Engineering Co (11 December 2006)
Enterprise control system improved
Invensys is demonstrating a new intelligent real-time condition management component for the company's InFusion enterprise control system (ECS) at the 2006 Invensys Customer Conference.
News from Invensys (11 December 2006)
Hoists and controller range distribution agreement
The Stagemaker Division of Leading French manufacturer, Verlinde, has announced a significant partnership deal which sees Gunnebo become a distributor for hoists in Ireland.
News from Verlinde (11 December 2006)
Tool upgrade gets rapid turnaround
User Application Article When Hashimoto was asked to upgrade a sill tool for one of its customers, the company achieved a rapid turnaround of less than 100 hours using Mason Pinder Toolmaker's MRM service.
News from Mason Pinder Toolmakers (11 December 2006)
Quality data printing firm gets sales manager
DataLase has announced that Gary Bolton has been appointed as National Sales Manager throughout the UK.
News from DataLase (11 December 2006)
Machine tools and work holding on view
Hardinge Machine Tools is confident that its combination of machine tools, racing cars and superbikes on its Stand will draw in the crowds at Autosport.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools (11 December 2006)
IP over optical network order for partnership
ADVA Optical Networking and Siemens have announced a major contract with Eircom - the Republic of Ireland's largest telecommunications carrier.
News from Adva Optical Networking (11 December 2006)
Contract packer develops bespoke production line
User Application Article Mailway Packaging Solutions has demonstrated its innovative approach to problem solving by developing a bespoke production line in order to cope with the unique requirements of Moment du Chocolat.
News from Mailway Packaging Solutions (11 December 2006)
Electronic locking and monitoring on web site
Electronic locking and monitoring of cabinets and so on is greatly on the increase and EMKA has recognised this with a specialist "how to do electronic locking and monitoring" section of its website. Brochure Available
News from Emka UK (11 December 2006)
Large temporary labour contract specialist
Source Recruitment has celebrated its most successful financial year to date, with turnover up by more than 70 per cent to GBP2.4million.
News from Source Recruitment (11 December 2006)
CBI response to pre-budget report
Responding to the Chancellor's Pre-Budget Report, Richard Lambert said: "This Pre-Budget Report, except in one important aspect, recognises the need to address the challenges posed by globalisation."
News from CBI (11 December 2006)
Flowrapping reduces packaging waste by 60%
User Application Article Sealing fruit in a flowrapped pack has resulted in an impressive 60% reduction in packaging with a consequent cost reduction.
News from Ulma Packaging (11 December 2006)
Rotary broaching showcased online
Slater Tools has developed an online Rotary Broaching Customer Showcase.
News from Slater Tools Inc. (11 December 2006)
Surface finishing plant and machinery
Riley Industries is a leading dealer in new and second-hand surface finishing plant and machinery.
News from Riley Industries (11 December 2006)
Beltweigher controller for new use or upgrades
Procon Engineering has introduced its EP50 Proweigher Resometric Beltweigher Controller.
News from Procon Engineering (11 December 2006)
Design, prototyping, parts sourcing in one service
'Blended Manufacturing Model' offers advantages of Far East manufacturing for both small and large scale production operations.
News from Walters Group (11 December 2006)
Analysis of complex electrical products for RoHS
On 1st of July 2006 the limits for lead, cadmium, mercury, chrome (VI) and defined flame retarding brominates in accordance with ElektroG for Germany / EU RoHS Directive came into force. Brochure Available
News from SGS (11 December 2006)
Small business owners unhappy with training
New research by the Forum of Private Business (FPB) has revealed that owners of smaller businesses are unhappy with the Government's approach to training employees.
News from Forum of Private Business (11 December 2006)
Liquid level control relays and electrodes
Vydas International has announced a wide range of liquid level control relays designed to detect and control the level of electrically conductive liquids in tanks. Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing (11 December 2006)
Latches, locks, handles and hinges
Dirak, an innovator in latches, locks, handles and hinges, has further expanded its extensive hinge product offerings to include a 180andordm; lift-off hinge that incorporates D-snap Technology.
News from DIRAK (11 December 2006)
Sheet metal working show in Poland
The next BLECHbusiness conference and exhibition will be staged for the first time in Warsaw, Poland from 27 - 29 November 2007.
News from Mack Brooks Exhibitions (11 December 2006)
HSC announces consultation on merging HSC and HSE
The Health and Safety Commission has published a public consultation document seeking views on merging HSC and Health and Safety Executive into a single health and safety authority.
News from Health and Safety Executive (11 December 2006)
Advanced and curved needle grippers
SAS Automation has introduced advanced and curved needle grippers to their GRN Needle Gripper line, specifically for insert mold applications, including cloth or vinyl.
News from SAS Automation (11 December 2006)
Electronics contract manufacturing services
User Application Article Global Display Solutions' Manufacturing Services (GDS MS) division has been selected by Automotive Lighting, a Magneti Marelli as its supplier of electronics contract manufacturing services.
News from GDS (11 December 2006)
Workplace management for 30000 staff
WorkPlace Systems, supplier of Workforce Management solutions, has won the contract to supply an enterprise solution to HandM Hennes and Mauritz to help improve store productivity.
News from Workplace Systems plc (11 December 2006)
MS screener provides equal feed distribution
User Application Article Rotex Europe has announced the installation of the first MS Screener in Europe.
News from Rotex Europe (11 December 2006)
Shot blast machine relocation doubles output
User Application Article Steel fabricator Billington Structures is set to double output after employing surface preparation specialist Wheelabrator to relocate a shot blast machine it supplied and installed 20 years ago. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (11 December 2006)
Focus on lock-out/tag-out equipment
Industrial safety specialist Castell Iso-lok has signed a premier distribution agreement with Brady, making it the only key distributor to focus solely on lock-out/tag-out equipment.
News from Castell Iso-Lok (11 December 2006)
Budget misses help for small business
Small business lobby group the Forum of Private Business (FPB) has labelled the Pre-Budget Report 'a missed opportunity to help smaller businesses'.
News from Forum of Private Business (11 December 2006)
Electromagnetic flowmeter for sewage processing
User Application Article Krohne's Optiflux electromagnetic flowmeter has been installed at the Emscher Genossenschaft sewage processing plant at Bottrop in Germany.
News from Krohne (11 December 2006)
Packaging systems suit medical industry
Company designs and manufactures equipment to automate packaging processes for sterile medical devices and surgical instruments other products such as medical procedure kits.
News from Packaging Automation Ltd (11 December 2006)
Inspecting, analysing and reporting test data
National Instruments has announced the release of NI DIAdem 10.1, the latest version of the interactive software for inspecting, analysing and reporting test data. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (11 December 2006)
Midlands academy for HP at innovation centre
To help businesses of every size and type maximise the value of rapidly converging technologies, US computer-giant HP has introduced its OpenView concept.
News from Technology Innovation Centre (TIC) (11 December 2006)
3D laser scanning systems gain importer
Laser Design has announced the availability of the new Catia importer for Geomagic Qualify 8.
News from Laser Design (11 December 2006)
Hand cleaner removes ink and dirt
Over 35% of printers in the USA use ProSoap due to its excellent ability to remove not only dirt, but also ink.
News from Summitglow (11 December 2006)
Boost in engineers' use of interactive Internet
Schneider Electric has witnessed a sudden and dramatic increase in the levels of interactivity among users of its website.
News from Schneider Electric (11 December 2006)
Electrical systems firm recruits graduates
A year after successfully taking twelve graduates through an innovative six month development programme, Schneider Electric has recruited seventeen people to take part in this year's scheme.
News from Schneider Electric (11 December 2006)
High-performance laser beam sources results
Rofin-sinar Technologies has announced results for its fourth fiscal quarter and twelve months ended September 30, 2006. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (11 December 2006)
Temporary power/temperature control equipment
The acquisitionby Aggreko of substantially all the activities (other than those relating to large gas turbines) of GE Energy Rentals, completed on 4 December 2006.
News from Aggreko (11 December 2006)
Workholding and productivity, jigs and fixtures
The cost-effective Leave modular jig and fixturing system has been added to 1st MTA's rapidly-expanding range of workholding and shopfloor productivity solutions available on-line. Brochure Available
News from 1st MTA (1st Machine Tool Accessories) (11 December 2006)
Stainless light duty spring claw fastener
Manufacturer of the world's largest range of over-centre fasteners, Redditch-based Protex Fasteners is launching 316 stainless steel ranges of its 27-633 light duty spring claw fastener.
News from Protex Fasteners (11 December 2006)
UV disinfection for food, drink and brewing
Designed for process water disinfection in the food, beverage and brewing industries, Hanovia's new AF3 amalgam UV system offers a high microbial kill rate with low power consumption.
News from Hanovia (11 December 2006)
Stretchwrapping polyethylene foam
User Application Article An automatic turntable pallet wrapper has been fully integrated into mainstream production and is operating seven days a week to deliver optimum wrapping quality and consistency.
News from Orion Packaging Systems (UK) (11 December 2006)
5-axis CNC routing and trimming machine
User Application Article A new 5-axis CNC routing and trimming machine has been installed at Brookhouse to further improve the UK's largest independent composites assembly company's finishing expertise and capabilities.
News from Brookhouse Holdings (11 December 2006)
Production index shows manufacturing growth
Commenting on the ONS Manufacturing (Index of Production) figures for October 2006 is Tony Walsh, National Director of Manufacturing at Barclays.
News from Barclays (11 December 2006)
Manufacturing award with machine maker
Ohio achieved the number1 ranking in the nation for manufacturing according to the findings of eMvoy, a Chicago-based industry research group.
News from Screen Machine Industries (11 December 2006)
Lean accounting firm sponsors event
Superfactory has announced that it will be a sponsor of the 2007 Lean Accounting Summit, as it was with the 2006 Summit.
News from Superfactory.com (11 December 2006)
Automated packaging offers low cost protection
An innovative packaging idea 'wedges' a corrugated blank over the articles in a box for shipment at an average of 10 boxes/min and works for trays or RSC boxes.
News from B+ Equipment (11 December 2006)
Factory floor efficiency system for rapid benefits
User Application Article A rapid return on investment is just one of the benefits being enjoyed by Hall Hunter Partnership (HHP) following the installation of a Marco Trac-it MES factory floor efficiency system.
News from Marco (11 December 2006)
Scientific award for North West company
Farfield Scientific has been named as "Northwest Biotechnology Company of the Year" at the recent Annual Northwest Biotechnology Awards dinner organised by Bionow.
News from Farfield Scientific (11 December 2006)
Corporate Social Responsibility warning from forum
The Forum of Private Business (FPB) is calling for the European Parliament not to tie businesses up in more red tape over Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
News from Forum of Private Business (11 December 2006)
Bowl feeder manufacturer starts newsletter
A leading vibratory bowl feeder manufacturer from India has introduced a monthly newsletter for all its customers and for those interested in the bowl feeder industry.
News from Elscint Automation (11 December 2006)
Tooling pillar characteristics can be specified
Included in a range of tooling pillars and spacers are specifiable pillar characteristics such as body style, body diameter, thread type and thread length.
News from G and B Projects (11 December 2006)
UK subcontracting show includes free seminars
The UK subcontracting exhibition - Subcon 2007 - will have a wide range of products and services on show to give an opportunity to source all outsourcing needs 'under one roof'.
News from Centaur Media PLC (11 December 2006)
Joint Development Integrates RFID In To Cans
Crown Holdings and QinetiQ have launched a joint development programme to adapt QinetiQ's Omni-ID Pak integrated radio frequency identification (RFID) technology for use in metal packaging.
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. (11 December 2006)
Aerosol Can Samples Kit Helps Design Ideas
Crown Aerosols Europe has released a design kit containing samples of aerosol cans featuring a range of decorative finishes.
News from Crown Holdings, Inc. (11 December 2006)
Packaging Firm Gives TV Show With Right Material
The team at packaging supplies company Lightning Packaging have traded bubble wrap and cardboard cartons for a taste of TV production, in a new UK TV show made by Leopard Films.
News from Lightning Packaging Supplies (11 December 2006)
Tray And Blister Sealing Ideal For Medical Packs
Packaging Automation will attend this year's MEDTEC exhibition in Birmingham (UK) for the first time as it establishes its presence in the medical packaging sector.
News from Packaging Automation (11 December 2006)
Packaging Automation's Sales Shuffle Helps Growth
Packaging Automation (PA) has announced a reorganisation of its sales team as a result of significant new appointments and internal promotions as the company continues to grow.
News from Packaging Automation (11 December 2006)
Squeezable Bottle Helps East Europe Ketchup Growth
Lithuanian food manufacturer Valdorfo Didmenos has become one of the first companies in continental Europe to select RPC Corby's upside-down multi-layer Hercules bottle.
News from RPC Containers (11 December 2006)
Datalase Boosts Sales Operation With New Manager
Datalase has appointed Gary Bolton as national sales manager throughout the UK.
News from DataLase (11 December 2006)
System Enables Fruit Packaging Reductions
User Application Article Ulma Packaging has secured its latest order from a prominent UK fruit and vegetable supplier following the packaging company's ability to devise a system to help cut packaging.
News from Ulma Packaging (11 December 2006)
Twist-Off Crown Cap Aids Fruit Drink Launch
User Application Article J+ is a range of five high fruit juice drinks successfully launched last year by Intercontinental Brands.
News from Viscose Closures Ltd (11 December 2006)
Respiratory protection for farm workers.
Scott provides safety focus with Profile2 Agri-Pak.
News from Scott Health and Safety (11 December 2006)
Scott protection extends offshore
FLITE is a positive pressure airline breathing apparatus which can also be issued to individual workers with a compact hip mounted compressed air cylinder.
News from Scott Health and Safety (11 December 2006)
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