News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 7 January
to Saturday 13 January 2007
Flue gas analysers are Bluetooth enabled
Telegan Gas Monitoring has won the contract to supply British Gas with 7000 of the latest Sprint V3 flue gas analysers.
News from Telegan Gas Monitoring (12 January 2007)
Rigid chain for medical applications
The Serapid Rigid Chain is perfect for applications where repeatable positioning and the ability to maintain position with no drift are of the highest importance.
News from Serapid (12 January 2007)
Top mounting level and temperature switch
The UNS 1000 - BN18 is a compact top mounting level and temperature switch. Brochure Available
News from Barksdale Control Products (12 January 2007)
Biodiesel fuel supply from partnership
A partnership for biodiesel fuel supply has been forged between JS Power and Eco Bio Fuels.
News from JS Power (12 January 2007)
Digital subscriber line testing award
Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has been named recipient of the 2006 Growth Strategy Leadership Award for the digital subscriber line (xDSL) test equipment market by Frost and Sullivan.
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (12 January 2007)
Direct drive rotary tables without backlash
RotoRing Series direct drive rotary tables provide superior angular positioning and are designed to eliminate backlash, friction and wear problems associated with worm, gear and belt drives.
News from Intellidrives (12 January 2007)
Ceiling mounted SCARA robot
TM Robotics (Europe) has launched a ceiling mounted version of the Toshiba Machine TH450 SCARA which will save space in the manufacturing cell by allowing access to the working area from above. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) (12 January 2007)
Automation system wraps razor blades
User Application Article A series of exhaustive trials on razors film-sealed into blister packs was undertaken in an ultimately successful bid to come up with exactly the format the customer demanded.
News from Packaging Automation Ltd (12 January 2007)
Calibration and measurement at show
Calibration and measurement specialists Calibration Dynamics attends this years Sensors, Measurement and Instrumentation Show at the MTEC Exhibition, NEC Birmingham.
News from Calibration Dynamics (12 January 2007)
RedPrairie Director on management council
RedPrairie Associate Director appointed to management council of Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK) Brochure Available
News from RedPrairie (12 January 2007)
Tata partners Solutions Training
Solutions Training and Advisory Limited has embarked on a partnership agreement with the global e-learning producer, Tata Interactive Systems (TIS)
News from TATA Interactive Systems (12 January 2007)
Internet awards honour Supermarket giant
UKFast has announced the winners of its annual Internet Awards.
News from UKFast (12 January 2007)
RC2 to implement SAP solution
User Application Article Leading global toy manufacturer orders specialist Chelford SAP solution to centralise warehouse and distribution operations
News from Chelford SAP (12 January 2007)
UGS named top provider based on revenues
UGS recognised as PLM software leader in aerospace and defence, automotive and high tech industries
News from Siemens PLM Software (12 January 2007)
Laplink confirms PCmover for Vista availability
Laplink has confirmed that PCmover for Vista will be available to consumers this month.
News from Laplink Software (12 January 2007)
Performance is key with Empirica KPI
A new KPI module for the Empirica warehouse management system from Chess Logistics Technology allows users to track and report a wide range of warehouse metrics
News from Chess Logistics Technology (12 January 2007)
3i Infotech's integrated platform
User Application Article 3i Infotech's Orion Enterprise Provides Fiberglass Coatings with an Integrated Platform Across Growing Operations
News from 3i Infotech (12 January 2007)
Support for oracle database 10g
Provider of First Business Intelligence 2.0 platform for SOA environments joins Oracle partner network.
News from SeeWhy Software (12 January 2007)
Transportation Giant Takes Lotus Notes On the Move
User Application Article The adoption of CommonTime's mSuite wireless Lotus Notes mobility solution has been a resounding success for JB Hunt Transport Services.
News from CommonTime (12 January 2007)
Microsoft debuts Multitenant CRM
New version of Microsoft Dynamics CRM delivers the power of choice to customers with on-premise, partner-hosted and Microsoft-hosted deployment models
News from Microsoft Dynamics (12 January 2007)
Windows Vista named best of CES
New operating system is one of several new products honoured at Consumer Electronics Show
News from Microsoft (12 January 2007)
Punch! software to support Google sketchup
Affordable 2D/3D software opens up world of Google Earth and 3D warehouse models
News from Punch! Software (12 January 2007)
Versatile 2D/3D design software for $99
ViaCAD revolutionises Windows and Mac 2D/3D design at a price everyone can afford.
News from Punch! Software (12 January 2007)
Camera features 5,000 full mega pixel resolution
Photron, a global leader in high speed imaging systems and image analysis software, has introduced the breakthrough Fastcam SA-1 Camera featuring 5,000 full mega pixel resolution frames per second.
News from Photron USA (12 January 2007)
Pipe and bar distributor doubles cutting capacity
In 2006, a specialist tube, pipe and bar distributor completed a major investment programme in Middlesbrough, UK, reorganising its warehousing space and doubling cutting capacity.
News from Van Leeuwen Wheeler (12 January 2007)
Enter for UK's engineering innovation prize
Now in its 38th year, the MacRobert Award is Britain's pre-eminent award for innovation in engineering and carries a GBP 50,000 tax-free to the winner - only three weeks to enter.
News from Royal Academy of Engineering (12 January 2007)
Spool gun ups aluminium MIG weld reliability
The lowest cost way to add reliable and precise spool gun MIG welding wire feeding performance for soft aluminum wire is a spool-on-gun system.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (12 January 2007)
Arc welding supplier raises service standards
In an ongoing effort to further enhance customer service, The Lincoln Electric Company, USA, has incorporated new, industry-leading service standards.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (12 January 2007)
US welding courses aimed at motors ports
US welding courses aimed at motorsports US manufacturer of welding products has announced a motorsports welding school set of courses where tchnicians can learn about welding fundementals.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (12 January 2007)
Arc welding safety guide published
An updated Arc Welding Safety Guide is aimed at explaining the issues relating to arc welding safety, as well as recommended safe practices based upon practical experience.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (12 January 2007)
UK manufacturing output rise is encouraging
Commenting on the ONS Manufacturing (Index of Production) figures for November 2006, Barclays said it may only be an incremental rise, it is still a nudge in the right direction.
News from Barclays (12 January 2007)
Firms may fall foul of the UK's Companies Act
The First Company Law Directive has requirements on the minimum information that should be supplied on company documents, including the Web site, as well as all communications.
News from Forum of Private Business (12 January 2007)
Control improves power press efficiency
Especially suitable for any make of coil-fed power presses, control system protects press and its tooling from damage, reduces downtime and improves component quality.
News from Bruderer UK (12 January 2007)
Plastics extrude automotive fuel lines
A range of vacuum fuel-line extruders produce automobile fuel lines by sequential running mode for easy speed adjustment, variable length or vacuum-forming extrusion.
News from CORELCO (12 January 2007)
SS robot handles, packages foods
User Application Article Stainless steel robot used with vision and conveyor tracking in automated system increases food production and improves working conditions. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (12 January 2007)
CAD/CAM firm acquires footwear software
Delcam has reinforced its position as the world's leading supplier of CADCAM systems to the footwear industry with the acquisition of Crispin Systems . Brochure Available
News from Delcam (12 January 2007)
Machine tool maker has most productive year
With CNC machine tool production of more than 12,500 units - up almost 25% over 2005 - Haas Automation reports that 2006 was its most productive year.
News from Haas Automation (12 January 2007)
Virtual prototyping group appoints executive VP
Virtual prototyping and manufacturing provider, ESI Group, has appointed Haluk Menderes as executive vice president sales and marketing, Worldwide Operations.
News from ESI Group (12 January 2007)
Jobs Web site attracted 44% more job seekers
JobsGroup.net has attracted an extra 1.1 million unique users in 12 months, increasing the number of jobseekers using the sites to 3.6 million, an increase of 44%.
News from JobsGroup.net (12 January 2007)
Firm moves into composites with agency help
User Application Article A UK development agency has assisted a manufacturer of leather bellows to diversify into new industries and is now taking on the world of rail with ground breaking composite materials.
News from Advantage West Midlands (12 January 2007)
A free online UK jobs board launched
A free online UK jobs board launched people4business.com has launched the UK's first free online jobs board for businesses looking for freelance and contractor support.
News from People4business.com (12 January 2007)
UK electric industry show gains support
The organisation of the UK's 2006 Electrex show received a lot of praise and the positive reaction to it means the 2008 show is already attracting a great deal of interest. Brochure Available
News from DFA Media (12 January 2007)
Advanced resin transfer moulding system
User Application Article An advanced Resin Transfer Moulding system (Advanced RTM) developed by the ATR Group and Huntsman Advanced Materials has been used on an award winning prototype engine air box for the Ferrari F430.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (12 January 2007)
Planet Eastern goes for gold
The Eastern division of Planet Platforms has delivered a tracked Gold Lift access platform to St. John's College in Cambridge to undertake a variety of maintenance tasks.
News from Planet Platforms (12 January 2007)
Soft foam gaskets for EMI shielding
TBA Electro Conductive Products' range of soft foam gaskets for EMI shielding meets the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS Directive).
News from TBA Electro Conductive Products (11 January 2007)
Portable calibrator is tough, reliable, practical
The latest portable calibrator set to be released onto the market by Calibration Dynamics at MTEC 2007 is tough, practical and reliable.
News from Calibration Dynamics (11 January 2007)
Rodless linear actuator is versatile
The newest product from Serapid, the LinearBeam, continuously proves its versatility across many different industries and in a variety of applications.
News from Serapid (11 January 2007)
Colour materials testing solutions brochure
Lloyd Instruments has produced an 18-page full colour Materials Testing Solutions brochure, which covers the range of the company's single and twin column universal materials testing machines.
News from Lloyd Instruments (11 January 2007)
Evaluation of spring in a loaf of bread
User Application Article Stable Micro Systems has developed the ultimate test method to evaluate just how much spring is in a loaf.
News from Stable Micro Systems (11 January 2007)
Portable digital microhmmeter is lightweight
The new Cropico DO7010 portable digital microhmmeter has been developed for a wide range of engineering and manufacturing applications requiring accurate low resistance measurement. Brochure Available
News from Cropico (11 January 2007)
Underwater cleaning robot saves overhaul cost
User Application Article Water engineering experts have spared one of Europe's most important chemical plants from an expensive overhaul - thanks to an underWater cleaning robot.
News from Panton McLeod (11 January 2007)
Food processing efficiency with lubricants
User Application Article 12 months ago a call for help was received from a major blue chip food processing company with the task of reducing costs without compromising efficiencies. Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (11 January 2007)
Industrial dead weight testers on show
Calibration Dynamics is to launch a range of Industrial Dead Weight Testers, on show at the upcoming MTEC exhibition.
News from Calibration Dynamics (11 January 2007)
Smart imaging with automated inspection
Firstsight Vision is offering a new approach to smart imaging for machine vision applications with the introduction of the VA21 from ipd. Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (11 January 2007)
New eBook on creating animations with AutoCAD
UpFront.eZine Publishing releases new title on movie making in AutoCAD 2007
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (11 January 2007)
Level 2 monitoring data management system
User Application Article Tessella Support Services has been awarded the contract to implement a new Level 2 Monitoring Data Management system for use at the Waste Monitoring and Compaction (WAMAC) facility at BNG, Sellafield.
News from Tessella Support Services (11 January 2007)
State of the art motor controller
Kenrie has just released a new motion controller that comes in either a single or dual axis and is designed with "State of the Art" technology as well as custom designed software
News from Kenrie (11 January 2007)
Ommunity project for manager development
User Application Article West Midlands-based Festival Housing Group is an early adopter of Echelon Learning's Community Project Challenge (CPC) management training initiative.
News from Echelon Learning (11 January 2007)
Mobile RFID forklift adaptable load backrest
Forklift system creates fully integrated automated data collection system to lower costs, increase asset utilisation and improve warehouse productivity and safety.
News from Intermec Technologies (11 January 2007)
Storage Product Line Enhanced
Digi-data chooses Kodak service and support as provider
News from Digi-Data (11 January 2007)
Manufacturing strength via industry participation
ResourceMFG develops and delivers manufacturing-specific training for staff and manufacturing-specific skills testing for clients
News from ResourceMFG (11 January 2007)
Encompix helps progressive ETO manufacturer
User Application Article Progressive Systems purchases Encompix to reduce costs and time-to-market
News from Encompix (11 January 2007)
Inventory a classic distributor problem
Technical Background Article Enterprise 21 ERP Software from Technology Group International helps relieve too much inventory
News from Technology Group International (11 January 2007)
Business intelligence is key to Visibility
Technical Background Article Visibility's Enterprise Application solutions help midsize manufacturers of complex products operate their businesses effectively
News from Visibility (11 January 2007)
Stoneridge selects Datacraft Solutions
User Application Article Stoneridge selects Datacraft Solutions as valued partner in demand driven supply chain network
News from Datacraft Solutions (11 January 2007)
Industrial CRM Is not generic CRM
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 (11 January 2007)
CTC releases integrated development environment.
QuickBuilder software has programming, diagnostics and documentation utilities for automation controllers.
News from Control Technology Corp (11 January 2007)
Synchronisation solution for Windows Vista
Laplink delivers synchronisation solution for Windows Vista-based ultra mobile PCs
News from Laplink Software (11 January 2007)
FTI continues growth expansion in Europe
Forming Technologies (FTI) and Abisse have announced an agreement designed to enable Abisse to be a preferred partner of FTI software and further strengthening its local support in France.
News from Forming Technologies (11 January 2007)
Sixnet's slim line switches can fit anywhere
The Slim Line (SL Series) industrial ethernet unmanaged switches are available in five port (SL-5ES), eight (SL-8ES) and nine port (SL-9ES) models. Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (11 January 2007)
Pilot's license for president of Moore Industries
Leonard Moore, founder and president of Moore Industries-International, passed all the FAA requirements for his pilot's license, and now is certified to fly single-engine land-based aircraft.
News from Moore Industries International (11 January 2007)
Bill Gates unveils Windows Home Server
Microsoft teams with HP and other industry partners to help families easily preserve, access and share their most valued digital experiences
News from Microsoft (11 January 2007)
Microsoft intends to deliver Office 2008 for Mac
New version brings enhanced compatibility and Mac-first, Mac-only capabilities
News from Microsoft (11 January 2007)
Wedge clamp moves in arced path, doesn't stick
A wedge clamp, or escaping arc clamp, is a fixed clamp that moves in an arced path to allow for maximum clamping force and there is no risk of it sticking.
News from Serapid (11 January 2007)
Electro-optical engineering firm's sales rise
EXFO reports significant year-over-year increases in sales - up 31% - net earnings - up to US$3.5 million - and gross margin improved to 57.2%.
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (11 January 2007)
Manager of sales/application engineering named
Producer of fan drives, fans, suspension products and wire form products, Horton, has appointed Jeff Wood as manager of sales/application engineering for Paccar and GM.
News from Horton (11 January 2007)
Strong exhibit sales boost fastener exhibition
Exhibit space sales for the 27th Annual National Industrial Fastener Show/East, in Georgia USA are running considerably ahead of last year, reported show management.
News from National Industrial Fastener Show (11 January 2007)
High precision laser profiles medical implants
High precision laser cutting system profiles medical implants such as stents or other precision components and speeds are ten times higher than with the first machines. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (11 January 2007)
Complete CAM covers 2- to multi-axis machining
The most complete version of CAM software, containing operations for the machining of 2D and 3D models, undertakes many tasks in 2-, 2.5-, 3- and multi-axis CNC machining.
News from Advanced Engineering Solutions (11 January 2007)
Machine tool builder signs agreement with SKF
A three-year deal made with bearing maker SKF implies KMT Lidkoping supplying grinding machines and system solutions for modules at SKF's production facilities worldwide.
News from Karolin Machine Tool AB (11 January 2007)
Self-heating can manufacture supported
User Application Article The main benefits of an UK agency's support have been to enable a food manufacturer to consider a fully automated assembly process for a self-heating can.
News from Manufacturing Advisory Service - East Midlands (11 January 2007)
CAD/CAM books educate for sheet metal working
'SolidWorks for the Sheet Metal Guy' is a series of self paced training books are written in terms that sheet metal fabricators know and understand.
News from Sheet Metal Guy (11 January 2007)
CNC sliding head automatic lowers batch sizes
User Application Article Connector parts are produced within tolerance and at lower cost on a CNC sliding head automatic and economical batch sizes are 200-off and less.
News from Star Micronics GB (11 January 2007)
Pro routing and engraving software expands
User Application Article Pioneering use of routing and engraving software in the Middle East region has taken a woodworker from modest beginnings to a significant business in joinery and furniture manufacture. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 January 2007)
Prototypes company moves to larger facility
AME Prototypes based near Sheffield, UK, have continued their expansion by moving to new, purpose-built premises.
News from AME prototypes (11 January 2007)
US automation tooling group cuts workforce
As part of an aggressive ongoing improvement programme to strengthen performance and improve global market positioning, a global tooling company cuts North American workforce.
News from ATS Automation Tooling Systems (11 January 2007)
Assembly equipment to build repair system
User Application Article Top design agency has appointed A UK automation systems company to build assembly equipment for a new automotive windscreen repair system.
News from Modular Automation International (11 January 2007)
UK machine tool group reports GBP 0.3m profit
Order intake for the first half of the year is increased compared with last year, said the UK machine tool builder, 600 Group, which reported a profit of GBP 0.3 million.
News from 600 Group (11 January 2007)
Ultrasonic system removes polishing compounds
User Application Article Ultrasonic cleaning system removes polishing compounds from precision brass clock components, taking only minutes compared with an hour for manual cleaning. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (11 January 2007)
Clamps programmed to be consistent
An electronically controlled clamping system allows users to program specific closing parameters for clamps, including force and diameter set-points and tolerances.
News from Oetiker UK (11 January 2007)
CAD/CAM firm Vero acquires Camtek
Vero International Software has announced that its parent company VI Group has acquired Camtek , the UK developer of the popular PEPS CAM machining software.
News from Vero International Group (11 January 2007)
Hot melt sealants offer reliability
Available from industrial consumables specialist is sealant technology that combines the production benefits of instant adhesion with the reliability of silicone sealants.
News from Greeff (11 January 2007)
SAP demonstrates retail industry leadership
SAP AG has provided details about the company's activities and announcements at the world's leading retail event - the National Retail Federation (NRF) 96th Annual Convention and Expo
News from SAP (11 January 2007)
Macro software automates the desktop
Workspace Macro Pro lets you capture repetitive keyboard and mouse activities, turn them into scripts, and make them available for later playback
News from Tethys Solutions (11 January 2007)
Resin transfer moulding makes engine air box
User Application Article An advanced resin transfer moulding system - with a new epoxy resin system - has been used on an award winning, highly complex, prototype engine air box.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (11 January 2007)
Advanced adhesives and RP to make race car
User Application Article Araldite adhesives and RenShape boards play crucial prototyping role in development of the next generation of Le Mans racing car for Pescarolo.
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (11 January 2007)
Putting safety foremost
FLTA launches Safety 4MOST campaign at IMHX 2007 (Stand 20F122, Hall 20).
News from Fork Lift Truck Association (11 January 2007)
Scafftag Systems popular at Land Rover
User Application Article Forkliftag system was introduced as a safety measure for forklift vehicles at Birmingham manufacturing plant. Brochure Available
News from Scafftag (11 January 2007)
Power tool accessories include many bits
The Screwfix Direct range of power tool accessories includes Titan jobber bits, new low-priced SDS Plus drill bits and Kango breaker chisels, as well as brand names such as Ryobi and DeWalt.
News from Screwfix Direct (10 January 2007)
Environmental consultancy gets team head
Consultancy firm Stats has announced the appointment of Dr Clifford Stuckey as Principal Ecologist within the company's environmental team.
News from STATS (10 January 2007)
Milling cutters designed to machine SS
A four-flute solid carbide cutter with variable helix flutes sits between current standard and premium ranges to mill stainless steels providing a considerable cost saving. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (10 January 2007)
Robots for palletizing and order picking
User Application Article Kuka has been selected by Nercon Engineering and Manufacturing as its robotics supplier for its new mixed product palletizing and order picking systems. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (10 January 2007)
Web-based machine monitoring system
DLoG (UK) has extended the capabilities of its web-based Net Report machine monitoring software with the introduction of a new library of reports.
News from DLoG (UK) (10 January 2007)
Miniature and commercial slip rings
Inmoco is complementing its range of servomotors and drives with the introduction of the Servotecnica series of miniature and commercial slip rings. Brochure Available
News from Inmoco (10 January 2007)
Mcerts flowmeter for monitoring installation
Krohne's Tidalflux flowmeter is performing a role in a non-water industry flow monitoring installation to receive Mcerts (Monitoring Certification Scheme) self monitoring of effluent flow approval
News from Krohne (10 January 2007)
Milestone for motion network system
Danaher Motion has announced that shipments of its SynqNet motion and I/O network exceed 225,000 axes.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd (10 January 2007)
Field mountable controller, standalone or network
Sick (UK) has introduced the UE44X7 field mountable controller for standalone and networked applications.
News from Sick (UK) (10 January 2007)
Quality monitoring for service sentre
User Application Article ASC has provided its quality monitoring solution, INSPIRATIONpro, to Unit Teleservice 1-1-2, the service centre of the KLPD, the Netherlands' national police department.
News from ASC telecom (10 January 2007)
Automotive engine systems catalogue
Schaeffler Group Automotive has launched a 75-page 'Engine Systems' catalogue, which contains information on all of the company's engine systems and components. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (10 January 2007)
Dual Monitor Support and 30% Better Performance
IGEL Technology has announced the enhanced compact product range offering dual monitor support and 30% better performance
News from IGEL Technology (10 January 2007)
Learning Light explores the future of e-learning
Learning Light has examples of the latest game-playing technologies on its stand at this year's Learning Technologies exhibition.
News from Learning Light (10 January 2007)
LMS International to acquire Imagine
Acquisition sets major milestone in expanding the LMS leadership in intelligent systems simulation Brochure Available
News from LMS International (10 January 2007)
New VCP 1500/1700 PCI development board
Kane Computing (KCL) are pleased to announce the launch of Momentum Data Systems' new VCP1500/ VCP1700 PCI development board for the PNX1500/PNX1700 TriMedia/Nexperia Processor. Brochure Available
News from Kane Computing (10 January 2007)
Cimmetry Delivers Support for AutoCAD 2007 SP1
Cimmetry Systems has announced the immediate availability of 2D, 3D and EDA native document visualisation for AutoCAD 2007 SP1, Cadence Allegro 15.7, and Mentor Expedition 2005.
News from Cimmetry Systems (10 January 2007)
UGS publishes JT data format
Leading industry analyst calls move, a ground-breaking step towards better industry-wide collaboration and an exciting and innovative move on the part of UGS
News from Siemens PLM Software (10 January 2007)
The route to optimised planning
Technical Background Article Richard House, managing director of FuturMaster explains optimised planning for the global supply chain
News from FuturMaster (10 January 2007)
Free 3D: OneSpace Modeling Personal Edition
CoCreate Software has introduced the world's first free Dynamic Modeling based 3D CAD software, CoCreate OneSpace Modeling Personal Edition (PE).
News from CoCreate Software (10 January 2007)
Emerson acquires Damcos Holding
Acquisition further expands portfolio of valve automation and marine tank management solutions for global shipbuilding industry.
News from Emerson Process Management (10 January 2007)
Sanderson the natural choice for Nature's Care
User Application Article Sanderson has won a contract to supply its Formul8 solution to Australian skin care and health food manufacturer Nature's Care.
News from Sanderson (10 January 2007)
License-free industrial wireless ethernet modem
Wireless ethernet applications, 2.4GHz, secure transmission
News from Westermo Data Communications (10 January 2007)
Tough antenna design challenge solved
User Application Article ProLogic has solved a tough antenna design challenge by simulating the design with MicroStripes electromagnetic simulation software from Flomerics. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (10 January 2007)
Matrox unveils DualHead2Go digital edition
External multi-display upgrade for notebook and desktop computers
News from Matrox Graphics (10 January 2007)
High-speed verification and total bug visibility
Synplicity revolutionises ASIC verification methodology with new TotalRecall technology
News from Synplicity (10 January 2007)
Easy transfer cable ships with Laplink's PCsync
Belkin and Laplink team up to offer Vista users need a quick, easy way to not only transfer, but synchronize files with new Windows Vista PC.
News from Laplink Software (10 January 2007)
BlackBerry user connection with SAP
Solution provides direct access to SAP business applications on BlackBerry handsets
News from iQlink (10 January 2007)
New Director at Motion Computing
Motion Computing adds technology veteran Ted Enloe to board of directors
News from Motion Computing (10 January 2007)
Motion Computing manufacturing strategy addition
Tablet PC market leader teams up with leading Taiwan-based manufacturer Asustek Computer
News from Motion Computing (10 January 2007)
Industry firsts earn top CES Honours
New line of Windows Vista-compatible mice and keyboards showcased at CES
News from Microsoft (10 January 2007)
Microsoft brings HD DVD to the mainstream
VC-1 and HDi help HD DVD set a high bar for quality and interactivity, Windows CE 6.0 helps speed HD DVD players to market
News from Microsoft (10 January 2007)
Windows Vista and AMD to Send a Person to Space
A global puzzle which will ultimately blast the winner into space kicks off in Las Vegas
News from Microsoft (10 January 2007)
Disk laser offers 8kW of power for welding
An 8kW disk laser is able to weld 10mm deep in construction steel with a welding speed of 1m/min and can process materials with highly reflective surfaces like copper or aluminum. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (10 January 2007)
Robot palletises pizza cases
User Application Article A 4-axis palletising robot with a vacuum suction gripper is palletising up to 320 cases/h at the end of a production line at a pizza base manufacturer.
News from Motoman Robotics (UK) (10 January 2007)
Self-clinch fasteners solve assembly problem
User Application Article Determining the best way to fasten together sheet metal housings was solved by using a range of standard self-clinch fasteners.
News from Northern Precision (10 January 2007)
High speed coating line installed
A state-of-the-art, 2850mm wide, high-speed coating line has been installed to meet growing demand for surface protection film from the automotive and electronics industries.
News from French Technology Press Bureau (10 January 2007)
Wet blast prepares composites for bonding
A mobile wet blast surface treatment unit now features composite materials prior to bonding and heat scale removal from aluminium extrusion dies.
News from Vapormatt (10 January 2007)
Italian machine tools grow at 11.2%
The Italian machine tool, robot and automation industry output grew at some 11.2% during 2006, and good exports and domestic consumption is expected in 2007.
News from UCIMU (10 January 2007)
CNC sliding head automatic cuts cycle times
User Application Article A multi-axis CNC sliding head automatic lathe has cut cycle times by an average of 40% in comparison with those achieved using its existing 'conventional' CNC lathes, said subcontractor.
News from Tornos Technologies (10 January 2007)
NC programmers can simulate machine tools
Simulation software product allows NC programmers to simulate and test NC programs using Machine Code Data within the CATIA V5/DELMIA environment.
News from ICAM Technologies (10 January 2007)
Multi-axis drilling software ups competitiveness
User Application Article A powerful multi-axis drilling software has given firm an edge over European Aerodynamic model makers and has cemented its relationship with major European aircraft developers.
News from Vero International Software (10 January 2007)
Steel wire rolling line to raise Polish output
The addition of a new wire rolling line to an existing Polish bar and wire rod mill will output wire from 5mm to 25mm in diameter at up to 150 tonnes/h or 110m/s.
News from Morgan Construction Company (10 January 2007)
Productive CNC machine tools lower overheads
User Application Article A subcontractor has endeavoured to keep its overheads as low as possible by investing in the most productive machine tools for our particular needs.
News from Wyse Technology (10 January 2007)
Carbide-tipped saw halves tube cutting cycle times
User Application Article A CNC precision saw cutting with a carbide blade is delivering impressive cost and efficiency savings - and halving tube-cutting cycle times.
News from BLM-Group UK (10 January 2007)
Automation brings new life to an old press line
User Application Article Retrofitting latest automation and power press control systems to a 30 year old press line raised line efficiency by 25% and reduce shifts operated from three to two.
News from AP and T AB, Automation, Press and Tooling (10 January 2007)
VMC keeps EDM electrode machining 'in-house'
User Application Article Keen to keep electrode manufacture 'in-house' to control lead-time, quality and cost, a mould and press tool maker decided to buy a vertical machining centre to produce EDM electrodes. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (10 January 2007)
Centre cutting end mill has long tool life
A centre cutting end mill with a reinforced shank and short flute has been developed to deliver exceptional performance under the toughest of machining conditions.
News from ITC Tooling (10 January 2007)
Product development to the finished carton
User Application Article Van Genechten Packaging (VGP) in Turnhout (Belgium) has the technology to produce premier cartons in full colour with rapid turnaround
News from KBA (10 January 2007)
SSMG appoint new Chairman
The Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (SSMG) has appointed Michael Laurenson as their new Chairman.
News from Scottish Shellfish Marketing Group (10 January 2007)
New lens tints increase functionality
Willson adds amber and blue mirror tinted lenses to A800 Series of safety eyewear.
News from Sperian Protection (UK) (10 January 2007)
Energy management to prevent waste
Technical Background Article The Carbon Trust asserts that UK companies waste GBP1bn a year on energy largely due to energy plant optimisation issues, energy wastage and inefficient energy usage across the manufacturing site.
News from Gardner Energy Management ( 9 January 2007)
Cooling provides productivity gains
Technical Background Article Improvements to the workplace environment are a highly cost-effective way of enhancing employee satisfaction, productivity and the company bottom line. Brochure Available
News from Seeley International (Europe) ( 9 January 2007)
Powerful 2-dimensional HDMS system
The Max Planck Institute is enhancing its research on neurodegenerative diseases by adding a Waters Synapt High Definition MS (HDMS) System to its complement of research technologies.
News from Waters ( 9 January 2007)
Space saving promotion
Scott Brothers has announced a new promotion on all Pack-Mate compression packs.
News from Scott Brothers ( 9 January 2007)
Off-line carton coders feature a vacuum transport
Norwood Marking Systems / Allen Coding Systems have introduced the versatile BDSV Family of Carton Coders.
News from Norwood Marking Systems ( 9 January 2007)
Connectors for larger cable or conduit sizes
The new M50 version of the Han B hood from Harting extends the company's established Han range of industrial connectors product range to applications involving larger cable or conduit sizes.
News from Harting ( 9 January 2007)
High speed charger with redundant label dispensers
NJM/CLI has introduced the high speed Model 334 Charger with Redundant Label Dispensers.
News from NJM/CLI ( 9 January 2007)
New method for feasibilitycosting analysis
FormingSuite 5.0 Delivers a Constellation of Unique Value Added Technologies
News from Forming Technologies ( 9 January 2007)
Multi-language warehouse management system
3M leads the market in adaptability and readiness for global enterprise deployments
News from 3M ( 9 January 2007)
World's first desktop PC HD DVD drive
Desktop PC HD DVD drive supports read and write to HD DVD and all main optical discs
News from Toshiba Europe Storage Device Division ( 9 January 2007)
Marine vessel certification for Yokogawa
Yokogawa vessel control systems acquire first marine vessel certification in Japan
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation ( 9 January 2007)
ENlight UK Exhibits in Monte Carlo
ENlight UK has announced that they will be attending the forthcoming Monte Carlo trade show, bringing together top channel buyers from 80+ countries, including a significant number from the UK.
News from ENLight UK ( 9 January 2007)
Gennum VXP technology sets the standard
User Application Article Canadian company continues to gather momentum among leading brands; announces five new customer wins in HDTV market.
News from Gennum Corporation ( 9 January 2007)
MobiForms 3.1 automates development
MobiForms 3.1 now automates the development of mobile applications from design to deployment
News from Mobiforms ( 9 January 2007)
Microsoft Word Grows Up
Microsoft Word for Windows, the flagship word-processing program so popular around the globe, is turning 18.
News from Microsoft ( 9 January 2007)
Microsoft unveils wave of new products
Bill Gates and Robbie Bach hit play on new releases from Windows Vista, Xbox 360, Microsoft TV and more.
News from Microsoft ( 9 January 2007)
Lasher chosen as a recognised learning expert
Lasher joins Hall and Masie as a recognised learning expert
News from Trainer1 ( 9 January 2007)
CAM system offers efficient nesting
User Application Article After 'benchmarking' five CAM systems, a Brazilian aircraft manufacturer selected one on the basis of better generation of part profile nesting for CNC profiling and routing.
News from Jetcam International ( 9 January 2007)
Graphical Project Management
Schott Systeme responds to requests for a graphical method of organising project information, without the need for databases and dedicated project management software
News from Schott Systeme GmbH ( 9 January 2007)
FSP 150 deployed by Exponential-E
User Application Article Innovative ethernet service provider deploys latest technology to ensure exacting Quality of Service, last mile monitoring and rapid fault resolution.
News from Adva Optical Networking ( 9 January 2007)
Australian moulding company has USA centre
Quickstep Technologies Pty has established its North American Quickstep Center of Excellence at the National Composite Center's campus for Advanced Materials Technologies.
News from National Composite Center (NCC) ( 9 January 2007)
Funds given to advance moulding process
A moulding process that uses fluid-filled, balanced pressure, heated floating mold technology for composite materials will be modified with nano particles.
News from National Composite Center (NCC) ( 9 January 2007)
US software consortium relocates
To provide a larger, more integrated approach to managing planned future growth, the Open Design Alliance has relocated corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona.
News from Open Design Alliance ( 9 January 2007)
British Gas buys 7000 Telegan flue gas analysers
User Application Article Telegan Gas Monitoring has won the contract to supply British Gas with 7000 of the latest Sprint V3 flue gas analysers. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments ( 9 January 2007)
New metal detectable O-Rings
E-Components and Chains is announcing the launch of their new range of Detectamet metal detectable elastomer compounded O-Rings for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 9 January 2007)
Smart metering technology for small organisations
New Smart Metering technology is offering these organisations a low cost solution - giving them access to consumption readings taken every 30 minutes, 24/7 which can lead to significant cost savings.
News from Utility Auditing ( 8 January 2007)
Multivariable pressure/flow transmitter
A Foundation Fieldbus version of the EJX910A multivariable pressure/flow transmitter, along with a flow configuration tool using FDT/DTM technology based software, is now available from Yokogawa.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation ( 8 January 2007)
Servo motion in machine control scenarios
Schneider Electric UK is seeking to appoint a small number of highly specialised systems integrators for its brand new Lexium motion offer.
News from Schneider Electric ( 8 January 2007)
Metrology training workshop for DMIS
A revised and improved Training Workshop for programming and implementation of Dimensional Measuring Interface Standard 5.0 with an introduction to the new I++ DME specification is to take place.
News from DMIS ( 8 January 2007)
Easily fitted cabinet handle deal
Servocell has confirmed that Beloxx 's distribution deal for its Be-Code product announced at the Company's recent interim results, has been successfully concluded with Adolf Wurth.
News from Servocell ( 8 January 2007)
Safety critical, telematics and military design
Triteq has announced that it will exhibit at Southern Manufacturing in February.
News from Triteq ( 8 January 2007)
Pipe tools cut and clean copper pipes
Kopex International's CORGI Award Winning Professional Pipe Tools are now available in handy combination packs. Brochure Available
News from Pipe-Prep ( 8 January 2007)
High performance LDO regulator for stable power
Regulator combines superior PSRR (power supply rejection ratio) for stability, and low noise for integration, making it ideally suited for GSM portable wireless applications.
News from Intersil ( 8 January 2007)
Access, safety equipment hire is available
Facelift Access Hire has opened a Birmingham, UK, depot o supply access and safety equipment, alongside its extensive training facility on a national basis.
News from Facelift Access Hire ( 8 January 2007)
Servo drives feature a new mounting concept
The new Lenze 9400 servo drives feature a new mounting concept and plug-in modules that simply click into place. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 8 January 2007)
Man platform moves with telescopic boom conveyor
A moveable man-rider platform extension moves with a telescopic boom conveyor and makes it easier for the operator to lift items onto or off the conveyor.
News from Caljan Rite-Hite ( 8 January 2007)
Precision turned components in brochure
Precision turned components specialist APT Leicester has published a new full colour company profile highlighting its manufacturing resources and capabilities.
News from APT Leicester (Automatic Precision Turning) ( 8 January 2007)
Spectrophotometers have 3nm bandwidth
Ongoing development work at WPA following the successful launch of their Biowave II and Lightwave II UV/Visible spectrophotometers in 2006 has led to the release of two new models.
News from WPA ( 8 January 2007)
Gas analysis for modified atmosphere packaging
Witt Gas Techniques will be exhibiting and providing information on a range of gas distribution, mixing and analysis equipment for modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) on stand DO5 at Pro2Pac.
News from Witt Gas Techniques ( 8 January 2007)
Miniature stainless steel pressure sensor
American Sensor Technologies (AST) offers a miniature stainless steel pressure sensor for pressure measurement in confined areas.
News from American Sensor Technologies ( 8 January 2007)
All-metal inertial gas sampling (IGS) filters
Mott all-metal inertial gas sampling (IGS) filters allow the collection of particle-free samples from virtually any gas stream, even those which are very hot or heavily contaminated.
News from Mott ( 8 January 2007)
Electronic signature pads for weighbridges
Weightron Bilanciai claims to be the first UK weighbridge manufacturer to offer electronic signature pad capabilities for its driver operated weighbridge systems.
News from Weightron Bilanciai ( 8 January 2007)
Made to measure workbenches, racking and chairs
Kaisertech can supply a range of workbenches, racking and chairs and offers both off-the-peg and made-to-measure options. Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech ( 8 January 2007)
Single-use container film is multi-layer
A multi-layer single-use process container film with exceptional robustness will enable customers to have better visibility into their process container. Brochure Available
News from Millipore ( 8 January 2007)
Robust snap-gauges for 0-150mm ranges
Bowers Metrology is celebrating the success of the company's new range of robust snap-gauges.
News from Bowers Metrology UK ( 8 January 2007)
'Impact D' hand-held, universal hardness tester
Adding to its growing range of material testing devices, the expanding CV Instrument arm of the Bowers Metrology Group has launched a new 'Impact D' hand-held, universal hardness tester.
News from Bowers Metrology UK ( 8 January 2007)
Water monitors, dissolved oxygen monitor
Analytical Technology (ATi) will be exhibiting a range of its industry-leading water monitors on stand B68 at Irish Water Waste and Environment (IWWE) in Dublin. Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology ( 8 January 2007)
Nitrogen generator for sports tyres and more
User Application Article The Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has supplied its TyreSaver nitrogen generator technology to Nexa Racing, the Formula BMW UK Champions. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Filtration Division ( 8 January 2007)
Vibration and environmental testing is tailored
Measuring actual vibration levels encountered by every day product use in field conditions is essential for environmental test tailoring and hence cost engineered lab testing.
News from M+P International ( 8 January 2007)
High resolution, magnetic, absolute encoder
Motor Technology has launched what it claims is the world's first high resolution, magnetic, absolute encoder that combines the precision and accuracy of optical technology.
News from Motor Technology ( 8 January 2007)
Dial gauge pressure calibration maintains ISO9000
When costs are running high in order to maintain ISO9000 adherence for calibrating pressure gauges used on production machinery, a precision digital manometer can help.
News from SensorsOne ( 8 January 2007)
Photometric measurement uses titration method
Visual indication with coloured indicators is certainly the oldest method for recognising the endpoint of the titration; and is still frequently used today. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 8 January 2007)
Radial piston pump is quiet, durable
The new RKP-II second-generation radial piston pump from Moog provides OEMs and end users with a number of important benefits. Brochure Available
News from Moog Controls ( 8 January 2007)
Inline cold glue labelers increase productivity
An enhanced series of inline cold glue labelers feature fewer change parts and more automation to increase productivity.
News from Priority One Packaging ( 8 January 2007)
Multifunction automatic balancing valves
Sontay has added the AB-QM series of automatic balancing valves from Danfoss Randall to its extensive range.
News from Sontay ( 8 January 2007)
Engineering fasteners firm saves and gives
Doncaster engineering fastener supplier Northern Precision has donated GBP300 to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) in lieu of buying corporate Christmas cards.
News from Northern Precision ( 8 January 2007)
Manufacturing with five axes is the norm
Using five axes to machine complex and not so complex components makes perfect sense to Turbocam Europe.
News from Turbocam Europe ( 8 January 2007)
PROFIBUS fieldbus courses set in Ireland
In Ireland, PROFIBUS courses include a one day installer's course, a two day technician course and a three day Engineers course caters for commissioning and engineering staff.
News from Profibus Group ( 8 January 2007)
UK machine tools centre appoints sales director
UK machine tool distributor, 600 Centre, has apponted David Wilkinson as sales director for Toyoda Mitsui Seiki, Fanuc, Okamoto and Joemars products.
News from 600 Centre ( 8 January 2007)
Tooling inserts maintain complex turning accuracy
User Application Article An established sub-contract manufacturer of precision turned parts is using inserts to help it produce a wide cross-section of complex turned parts in sliding headstock automatics.
News from Floyd Automatic Tooling ( 8 January 2007)
Precision vice range include accessories
Precision work holding products include three types of precision vices (vises), each type having a full array of sizes and accessories to suit most applications.
News from Bruce Engineering ( 8 January 2007)
Laser marking firm appoints development manager
DataLase announces the appointment of Fred Barnard as business development manager for North America, to to further develop relationship with packaging converters.
News from DataLase ( 8 January 2007)
How well do consultants understand 'lean'?
Lean consultancy projects - the problem is that many consultants are still copying external features, rather than understanding the reasons for 'lean' management's success.
News from Productivity Europe ( 8 January 2007)
CD covers oxy-fuel gas usage and safety
CD provides information on the oxy-fuel gas process from legislation and guidelines, through to the gases involved, equipment, safety devices and safe practice. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 8 January 2007)
UK CNC machine tool distributor has record sales
Confident about its future UK success in 2007, Mills Manufacturing Technology delivered more than 300 Doosan Daewoo CNC machine tools valued in excess of GBP 30 million.
News from Mills Manufacturing Technology ( 8 January 2007)
Storage systems provider to expand in Europe
Looking to expand further in Europe, storage systems provider, HiLo-PSS has appointed Cesar Nosti as its south-eastern Europe sales director.
News from Hi-Lo Storage Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Beganto in marketing alliance
Complementary services foster demand creation, tracking, and proper compensation.
News from Beganto ( 8 January 2007)
It's a digital future
Strategies for success in digital printing.
News from Cavendish ( 8 January 2007)
Cooperative business agreement for nuclear market
Business alliance combines Invensys' expertise in control and safety systems for nuclear plants with Invap's expertise in nuclear reactor technology and services
News from Invensys Process Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Superlas selects Idhammar's OEE System
User Application Article Following a successful trial of Idhammar.OEE, Superlas are now implementing the system in their live production environment
News from Idhammar Systems ( 8 January 2007)
TIS's Topsim tests international competitors
Tata Interactive Systems (TIS) is sponsoring 'Wizards of Biz', a business simulation competition at Intaglio 2006-07
News from TATA Interactive Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Embedded mobile miniboard packs a big punch
BVM introduces the next generation of energy-efficient, 3.5 inch Miniboard form-factor mobile mother-board or single board computer (SBC).
News from BVM ( 8 January 2007)
Anti-vibration TFT fanless touch panel computer
15in fanless touch panel computer supports extended temperatures (-20C to + 55C) and anti-vibration up to 2G
News from Axiomtek ( 8 January 2007)
TCI specification completed
PI has completed the TCI (Tool Calling Interface) specification after less than a year of development work.
News from Profibus Group ( 8 January 2007)
Project risk and costly rework reduced
Bentley OnSite connects worlds of Civil Engineering design and construction Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Bentley named company of the year
Top award recognises company's commitment to technological innovation and the development of quality products and services for construction IT professionals Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Practical Aspects of Profibus PA in Process
Practical Aspects of Profibus PA in Process - Free Seminar, 9th March, Daresbury, Cheshire.
News from Profibus Group ( 8 January 2007)
25 free costimator systems available
MTI systems celebrates 25 years of innovative cost estimating for manufacturing
News from MTI Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Headset and Handset Cords Ideal for Communication
Whitney Blake offers high performance communication cords
News from Whitney Blake ( 8 January 2007)
Higher Concept Software joins Access Accounting
Higher Concept Software, a provider of hire management systems, has joined Access Accounting's Alliance Partner Programme.
News from Access Accounting ( 8 January 2007)
Simulations of superconducting coil magnets
First commercial solution for modelling superconductor quenching, speeds design of body scanners and NMR tools for biochem/pharmaceutical research
News from Vector Fields ( 8 January 2007)
New software for managing talent
To reach the extended enterprise of learners, SumTotal introduces new software for managing talent.
News from SumTotal Systems ( 8 January 2007)
Internet entrepreneur brings property to life
User Application Article Since Lawrence Jones first took charge of Property Find International's Internet presence 6 months ago, sales have increased by 1000 percent
News from UKFast ( 8 January 2007)
Logan Orviss examine the MVNO model
Technical Background Article For developing markets MVNOs are a big opportunity to increase penetration rates rapidly
News from Logan Orviss ( 8 January 2007)
Ergotron and Tech Data sign European agreement
Tech Data now carries Ergotron's complete range of mounting solutions for LCD's, notebooks and large displays, available to all resellers across the region.
News from Ergotron ( 8 January 2007)
New web enabled controller released
Control Technology has added the Model 5300 to its Blue Fusion line of web enabled automation controllers.
News from Control Technology Corp ( 8 January 2007)
Polish personal protective product market grows
Polish personal protective product market grows High growth rates in the personal protective equipment market have been the norm in Poland since its accession to the EU, said a survey.
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 8 January 2007)
Drilling system has very high production speeds
A redeveloped 3-axis drilling system is characterized by its extremely high production speeds using carbide -tipped drills and higher positioning rates.
News from Voortman Automatisering BV ( 8 January 2007)
Hot runner system ensures accuracy
User Application Article Hot runner system gives plastics processer fine-tuning of its injection moulding production process to maintain accuracy and minimising waste.
News from DMS Diemould Service ( 8 January 2007)
Parts feeding equipment goes on show - India
Vibratory bowl feeders, linear vibrators, rotary feeders, small parts conveyor feeders, gear boxes and geared motors will be displayed at IMTEX 2007, India.
News from Elscint Automation ( 8 January 2007)
O-rings are metal-detectable
A range of metal detectable elastomer compounded O-Rings meet the stringent demands of the food and pharmaceutical industries.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 8 January 2007)
Refurbished forklift attachment demand rises
The rise in manufacturing in Eastern Europe - poised to become members of the EEC - has resulted in a growing need for refurbished forklift truck attachments.
News from B and B Attachments ( 8 January 2007)
Lean Practitioner Certification Workshops set
A US expert will provide Lean Production Certification programmes in Australia and New Zealand as part of series of Lean Practitioner Certification Workshops.
News from Improvement Tools (Qld) ( 8 January 2007)
UV cured adhesives raise production by 60%
User Application Article UV cured adhesives showed a 60% increase in production while a reduction in the quantity of adhesive required to fulfill their orders was achieved.
News from Eurobond Adhesives ( 8 January 2007)
UK laser manufacturer expands in Korea
A UK laser manufacturer has established a South Korean office following major deals made and plans to launch an applications laboratory there during 2007.
News from Powerlase ( 8 January 2007)
Tiny coring pin for mould tool machined
User Application Article In machining a tiny coring pin to fit into a mould tool a pin had to be 1mm in diameter at one end narrowing to just 0.15mm at the other.
News from Manufacturing Engineering Centre ( 8 January 2007)
Cable systems maker appoints managing director
Cable systems manufacturer, B3 Cable Solutions has announced that Steve Ellis has joined the company in the role of managing director.
News from B3 Cable Solutions ( 8 January 2007)
Detectable elastomer compounded O-Rings
E-Components and Chains has a new range of Detectamet metal detectable elastomer compounded O-Rings specifically developed for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 8 January 2007)
Plastic connector for medical devices
Fischer Connectors' L.U.C.(Limited Use Connector) plastic connector was developed specifically for disposable medical devices. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Connectors ( 8 January 2007)
Pressings pave way for powder inhaler
A not so traditional Black Country "metalbasher" is now manufacturing five precision metal pressings for Pfizer's revolutionary new insulin dispense system.
News from Clamason Industries ( 8 January 2007)
Growth award for pressings subcontrator
More than 1300 West Midlands companies are suppliers to the medical and healthcare sector, and over 300 of them are located in the Black Country.
News from Clamason Industries ( 8 January 2007)
Pressed metal casing components in Zintec
User Application Article Clamason Industries manufactures four pressed metal casing components in Zintec zinc-coated mild steel to enclose the motor and electronics of a large range of CCTV cameras.
News from Clamason Industries ( 8 January 2007)
Satellite plant for pressings subcontractor
Clamason Industries has recently opened a 10,000 sq ft satellite plant at Nitra, on the motorway network 80km east of Bratislava, which is the capital of Slovakia and a major port on the River Danube.
News from Clamason Industries ( 8 January 2007)
Pressings for curtain airbag inflator
User Application Article Clamason Industries manufactures two versions, a left and a right hand, of a curtain airbag inflator housing for the Jaguar X-Type and X-Type Estate models being assembled at Ford's Halewood plant.
News from Clamason Industries ( 8 January 2007)
Pin-cage design for roller bearings
NSK has developed tapered roller bearings and cylindrical roller bearings with new pin-type cages that have up to six-times the strength of conventional cages against the effects of shock loads. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK ( 8 January 2007)
Gear pump happy with range of liquids
The versatility of the Varisco 'V' pump is such that it is happy handling water thin liquids or high viscosity liquids such as: bitumen, molasses, resins, polymers
News from Pump Company ( 8 January 2007)
Contact bands for high current connectors
Icore International's range of contact bands, which simplify the construction and enhance the performance of high current connectors, has been extended by the introduction of new Band 12L products.
News from Icore International ( 8 January 2007)
Membranes guide in Spanish
Spanish customers can now log on to Donaldson Membranes' comprehensive product guide.
News from Donaldson Membranes ( 8 January 2007)
Free laser marking test sampling
Owing to the variety of lasers that Rofin builds, there is an abundance of materials that can be marked with lasers. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK ( 8 January 2007)
Stretch wrapper reduces pack time for aluminium
User Application Article A stretch wrapper is capable of handling a range of aluminium products of different sizes without having to adjust the settings as well as reducing wrap time.
News from Aetna UK ( 8 January 2007)
Personal safety at a touch of a button
Identicom enables spire home employees to manage lone worker safety.
News from Connexion2 ( 8 January 2007)
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