News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 March
to Saturday 10 March 2007
Many uses for lubricant spray with prizes
Multi-purpose lubricant WD-40 is being sold with a multi-million pounds promotion.
News from WD-40 Company ( 9 March 2007)
NIR analyser precisely measures ethanol in water
Aspectrics has introduced an application note detailing methods for MultiComponent 2750 EP-NIR analyser achieving precise measurement of water in ethanol when concentrations are 90% or greater. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics ( 9 March 2007)
LIMS moves quality management forward
Thermo Fisher Scientific has established a working relationship with Microsoft aimed at developing next-generation laboratory knowledge management solutions designed to move science forward. Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics ( 9 March 2007)
Hot stamp marking of insulated wire and cable
Norwood Marking Systems/Kingsley Machine have introduced the Modprint 2020 Series hot stamp machines for marking insulated wire and cable featuring integrated spark tester.
News from Norwood Marking Systems ( 9 March 2007)
CMMs offered to machine tool customers
JSC Sterlitamak MTE are now evaluating Aberlink machines as part of a collaboration agreement, whereby they will also offer Aberlink Axiom Too CMMs to their many machine tool customers.
News from Aberlink ( 9 March 2007)
LVDT controllers for measurement and control
Macro Sensors has designed intelligent micro processor based dual-channel digital controllers and indicators that can be used in a variety of industrial measurement and control applications.
News from Macro Sensors ( 9 March 2007)
Hand-held digital oscilloscope meters
The WENS 800 series of hand-held digital oscilloscope meters is available in the UK exclusively from Aspen Electronics, with a bandwidth of 20MHz, 40MHz or 60MHz.
News from Aspen Electronics ( 9 March 2007)
On-site air testing service extends range
BEKO offers an on-site air testing service able to test for Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, water and oil content. Brochure Available
News from Beko Technologies ( 9 March 2007)
Danger of cutting off ink supplies
Moira McMillan, CEO of the British Coatings Federation (BCF), shares some thoughts on the imminent and very serious potential threat to the ink supplies of UK printers.
News from British Coatings Federation (BCF) ( 9 March 2007)
Coding requirements advice to be given
An extensive range of printer-applicators, label applicators and label printers will be shown at a UK packaging show and will include independent advice on coding.
News from Weber Marking Systems ( 9 March 2007)
Floor Panel Palletising Cell uses Mitsubishi Robot
Three fully automated palletising systems, designed for stacking 600mm square access floor panels, are being installed at the Kingspan plant in Hull, by process automation specialist Barr and Paatz.
News from Barr and Paatz ( 9 March 2007)
Odin brand managment solution
World-Class Brand Management Solution Showcases at Pro2Pac Odin is demonstrating its new state-of-the-art brand management tool at the Pro2Pac exhibition from 18 to 21 March at ExCeL, London.
News from Odin ( 9 March 2007)
Growth in robotic partnering
ABB Robotics Consumer Industries Division has announced significant growth within its Partner Network Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 9 March 2007)
Esko presents Kongsberg i-XL table with i-cut 6.2
Esko, the world leader in packaging pre-production solutions, confirms its commitment to the sign, display and POP market at Sign UK, held in Birmingham at the NEC from May 1st to 3rd, 2007.
News from EskoArtwork ( 9 March 2007)
Marden Edwards expertise shown off
Marden Edwards stand at this year's Total will include two individual pack overwrappers, including the new Evo-Fold low cost overwrapper and a high speed W200s, plus a B125LH8 collating overwrapper.
News from Marden Edwards ( 9 March 2007)
New bucket filling machine
APULLMA Maschinenfabrik is introducing a new bucket filling machine for the first time at the POWTECH exhibition
News from APULLMA Maschinenfabrik ( 9 March 2007)
CNC laser cutting shortens sheet metal lead-times
User Application Article CNC laser cutting and profiling machine has enabled a sheet metal work subcontractor to increase its capacity by two-thirds and offer its customers shorter lead times.
News from Bystronic UK ( 9 March 2007)
Innovation ideas sought by jobs magazine
If anyone has an idea for an innovation that can save money, time orbenefit the world, JobsGroup wants to publish the best new innovations in 'Just Technical Jobs' magazine.
News from JobsGroup.net ( 9 March 2007)
CAD/CAM software firm joins UK's MTA
Writer and distributor of Expert CAD/CAM and sheet metal cutting nesting software for CNC punching and profiling machines has joined the Manufacturing Technologies Association.
News from Manufacturing Technologies Association ( 9 March 2007)
Infrared sensor is one of smallest available
The 'optris CT ' series of sensors is said to be one of the smallest infrared sensors in the world, with 20:1 optical resolution and is available from Micro-Epsilon. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK ( 9 March 2007)
Heat exchangers heat and cool acrylic monomer
User Application Article Plate type heat exchanger units are being used to heat to 50 deg C and cool acrylic monomer at the start of a kitchen sink composites manufacturing process.
News from Tranter PHE ( 9 March 2007)
UK metrology company expands in China
UK metrology equipment company, Renishaw, now has six offices across mainland China, following the recent opening of sites in Chengdu, Shenyang and Qingdao. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 9 March 2007)
Bend resistant fibre breakthrough
With the ability to be manipulated in the same way as electrical or telephone cable, the fibre can be used to deliver high bandwidth communications directly into the home or office environment
News from Fujikura Europe ( 9 March 2007)
UK minimum wage enters 'real world'
The UK Government accepted the Low Pay Commission's recommendation that the minimum wage rise in 2007 should not outstrip the UK's average increase in wages.
News from Forum of Private Business ( 9 March 2007)
Web site details laser machining/processing
The latest developments in laser-based multi-axis drilling and processing can be found on a Web site covering uses in aerospace, turbine engine, medical and critical part manufacturing.
News from Prima North America ( 9 March 2007)
Maximum visibility supports continued growth
User Application Article Precision fabric engineers achieve clearer production line visibility, better stock control and more accurate delivery date quotations with new ERP system from Epicor
News from Epicor ( 9 March 2007)
Lean product development for filter maker
User Application Article OneSpace Modeling supports features to allow designers to attach any information to models, and anyone who uses the model can be sure of the original designer's intent.
News from CoCreate Software ( 9 March 2007)
Large scale web services for small businesses
Dedicated server packages provide online businesses with unlimited bandwidth, a high speed virtual data pipe and a secure private network
News from Fasthosts ( 9 March 2007)
Transportation management web seminar
I2 will discuss how leading companies are establishing best-practice transportation management while eliminating substantial investment in ongoing server management and maintenance
News from i2 Technologies ( 9 March 2007)
Latest analogue modules from IDEC
Channel availability on MicroSmart analogues significantly improved resulting in a considerable reduction in cost per channel
News from Idec Electronics ( 9 March 2007)
Manufacturing data management added to Teamcentre
Latest release of Teamcentre Express adds capabilities for manufacturing data management and multi-language support
News from Siemens PLM Software ( 9 March 2007)
Better process variable and KPI monitoring
Global partnership enables delivery of on-demand, business-critical data about process manufacturing and utility operations to any handheld or desktop browser
News from Invensys Process Systems ( 9 March 2007)
Fleet management products added with acquisition
Combined company to integrate and support all products and services from both organisations within RedPrairie's end-to-end (E2eTM) suite Brochure Available
News from RedPrairie ( 9 March 2007)
Guide to programmable controllers
New edition of Programmable Controllers discusses all phases of programmable controller applications from systems design and programming to installation, maintenance, and startup
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 9 March 2007)
Motion capture studio helps the future's designers
User Application Article Nine Vicon MX cameras complement facilities that include a purpose built green screen, a multi-camera TV studio, and 5.1 surround sound audio editing facilities
News from OMG ( 9 March 2007)
3D data collaboration event
International conference provides an opportunity for design, engineering, and manufacturing professionals to interact, learn and share experiences in interoperability and collaboration with 3D data
News from SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers) ( 9 March 2007)
ERP user conference registration opened
Deacom User Conference is the industry event for users within the building component and process manufacturing industries to maximise the benefits of the Deacom ERP System
News from Deacom ( 9 March 2007)
Free USB transfer cable with PCMover software
Laplink is giving away a free Laplink USB transfer cable with every copy of PCmover or PCsync purchased
News from Laplink Software ( 9 March 2007)
Survey highlights uncontrolled data growth
Technical Background Article Over two-thirds of UK manufacturing companies (64 per cent) questioned were most concerned with controlling the alarming growth in data demand
News from B2net ( 9 March 2007)
Microsoft Dynamics showcase event in San Diego
Microsoft Convergence brings together customers, partners, team members and industry experts in an environment created for discussing solutions and addressing business needs
News from Microsoft Dynamics ( 9 March 2007)
Office communications public beta planned
Microsoft plans to begin public beta-testing later this month of the company's first two products that include enhanced VoIP capabilities
News from Microsoft ( 9 March 2007)
Automation firm names strategic planning director
At Moore Industries-International, USA, Nick Moore has been promoted to director of Strategic Planning and will review departmental operational efficiencies.
News from Moore Industries International ( 9 March 2007)
Fluids recycling systems licensed
Licensing agreement allows Cleaning Technologies Group to design, manufacture, sell and support General Electric (GE) Osmonics Division's 'WasteWizard' industrial fluid recycling systems.
News from Ransohoff ( 9 March 2007)
Visit the 'Science Tunnel' for lasers update
An exhibit showing what industrial laser technology is capable of today will be set up by the Trumpf Group and the Berthold Leibinger Stiftung at Max Planck Society's 'Science Tunnel'. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf ( 9 March 2007)
Nano-tools make reliable micro-machining
Solid carbide microdrills measure 38mm long and are in sizes from 0.1 to 1.8mm and feature high concentricity, extra long flutes and a drill diameter tolerance of +0004mm.
News from Hoffmann Group ( 9 March 2007)
Vapour degreasing guide published
The EnSolv Vapour Degreasing Guide explains the importance of matching high performance solvents with the correct engineering and process methods. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 9 March 2007)
Lift degater trims large plastics parts
Additional 'downstream' automation for injection moulding machines is a lift degater for trimming large plastics parts and sets the part into the 'part conforming nests'.
News from SAS Automation ( 9 March 2007)
Spot welding robot can be inverted
Offered with a choice of mounting options, a electrical resistance spot welding robot can be mounted upside down for use in confined areas and as part of manufacturing cells. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 9 March 2007)
Manual riveter has optional jaw choice
A manually-operated riveter is supplied with the same high quality tooling as Orbitform's high production automatic riveters and has optional rivet holding jaws.
News from Orbitform ( 9 March 2007)
North American Average SS prices to peak
If nickel continues on its upward path, surcharges could become even higher and could put mills under even greater pressure to reduce basis values further than anticipated.
News from MEPS (International) ( 9 March 2007)
Asian Average SS prices trends uncertain
During springtime, 2007, some stainless steel oversupply in China and South Korea could put negative pressure on selling values across the region to mid year and slightly beyond.
News from MEPS (International) ( 9 March 2007)
Demand for solid carbide drills grows
To cope with the high growth rates in the drilling business, Kennametal's German Vohenstrauss plant - producing solid carbide products for drilling and boring - has invested EUR 4 million.
News from Kennametal UK ( 9 March 2007)
Uncontrolled data growth worries manufacturers
With unstructured data growth doubling every 12 to 18 months, over two-thirds of UK manufacturing companies are most concerned with controlling the alarming growth in data demand.
News from B2net ( 9 March 2007)
Lone worker safety seminars throughout the UK
Worker safety put under the spotlight at Suzy Lamplugh Trust seminars.
News from Connexion2 ( 9 March 2007)
Seeking help from mobile phone
Safety for drivers and loads with SeekerO from Argyll Telecom.
News from Argyll Telecom ( 9 March 2007)
Easy visualisation and structuring of information
Mindjet fills a major void in today's office productivity suites and process management applications by providing an easy-to-use application for visually managing ideas, information and processes
News from Mindjet ( 8 March 2007)
Enhanced office communication functions
Com@WILL Softphone now connectable to Microsoft Dynamics CRM 3.0
News from Oki Electric Industry ( 8 March 2007)
Intelligent ethernet for carriers
Enhanced FSP 150CCf offers service providers an ethernet access product that can inter-work seamlessly with a number of core technologies
News from Adva Optical Networking ( 8 March 2007)
Web based automatic asset tracking
IT Vision's asset management software will become part of the Pearson Phoenix portfolio under the terms of partnership agreement.
News from IT Vision ( 8 March 2007)
US fatigue and durability seminar series
Seminars explore modern fatigue theory and the practical application of durability and weld fatigue methodology including an introduction to fe-safe and the Verity Structural Stress Method
News from Safe Technology ( 8 March 2007)
Renault signs for further Autodesk 3D design usage
User Application Article Renault demonstrates trust in Autodesk and the importance it places on its software as a critical element in its overall workflow vision and design strategy
News from Autodesk ( 8 March 2007)
Fastener product catalogue available for download
User Application Article Captive Fasteners has decided to offer 3D CAD models for download from its web site using online product selection tools from Catalog Data Solutions
News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) ( 8 March 2007)
Network monitoring expertise for MSP alliance
Entuity will help MSPs to grow their businesses with award-winning network service management solutions to rapidly roll out new revenue-generating services
News from Entuity ( 8 March 2007)
Alliance offers EMS early in the design process
Synchronized Manufacturing Technologies and Prime Circuit Board Design of Derry have formalised their long standing design and EMS alliance
News from Synchronized Manufacturing Technologies ( 8 March 2007)
Colour TFT for the price of monochrome
Maple Systems has abandoned monochrome screens in favour of its TFT Silver Series HMIs
News from Maple Systems - Euro Reps ( 8 March 2007)
Print quality verification on ID readers
DataMan 7500V is the first handheld verification unit that accurately verifies the quality of direct-marked and printed 2D codes Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK ( 8 March 2007)
Automation and control systems economics
Book covers economic aspects of automation and process control nad expands on how the tools of economic and financial analysis can be applied to automation projects
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 8 March 2007)
Sontay products available for on-line purchase
Sontay's customers are now able to place an order and submit it to the company from a specially developed online version of Sontay's CD-ROM product selection tool.
News from Sontay ( 8 March 2007)
Enhanced range of Microsoft hardware
New product packs are focused on offering consumers the products they need for superior Internet communication1 in one convenient package for a great value
News from Microsoft ( 8 March 2007)
Enhanced usability for forecasting software
Latest version of Microsoft Forecaster focuses on enhanced usability, adaptability and visibility, giving organisations confidence that their budgets are realistic and accurate
News from Microsoft ( 8 March 2007)
Machine tool company opens in China
Builder of CNC lathes, machining centres and grinding machines, Haas Automation - has opened its China headquarters, with an extensive showroom and warehouse, in Shanghai.
News from Haas Automation ( 8 March 2007)
Private investors see a bright Russian future
Although there are risks and challenges facing Russian industry, an intelligence reports says that the medium-term outlook for private investment is quite bright.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit ( 8 March 2007)
Laser monitors, corrects press brake bending
User Application Article Press brakes noted for their speed of set-up and operating speed can be equipped with a laser that monitors the bend process in real time and makes corrections as the parts are formed.
News from LVD (UK) ( 8 March 2007)
Show has latest in supply chain IT
The IT and Logistics UK show - incorporating Softworld Supply Chain - provides the opportunity to test and compare the latest software and hardware for the supply chain industry.
News from VNU Exhibitions Europe ( 8 March 2007)
EDMs have 10-year accuracy warranty
For its linear motor powered axis drives die-sinking and wire-cut EDMs, Sodick has introduced a ten-year machine accuracy warranty.
News from Sodi-Tech edm ( 8 March 2007)
German machine tool industry accelerates
In international machine tool construction, Germany claims to be ahead in all disciplines, with global production at record levels and Asia a 'dominant growth motor' within triad.
News from VDW ( 8 March 2007)
Metrology company gains innovation award
UK metrology company Renishaw has been honoured with the 'Innovation in industry' award against strong competition - an award that recognises innovation and its business impact. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw ( 8 March 2007)
Meeting WEEE fundemental aims for plastics
Greater efforts must be made to process WEEE in sorted streams of similar product types if the Directive is to demonstrate higher yields of polymer recyclate for top-quality applications.
News from Axion Recycling ( 8 March 2007)
Conference call covers latest on CMM markets
A conference call will provide an overview of a recent world-wide study about co-ordinate measuring machines, including developments, end-user and geographic trends.
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 8 March 2007)
Advanced rolling mill courses share experiences
Hands-on simulation and discussion sessions are providing metals plant engineers with an opportunity to expand their knowledge by sharing rolling mill problems and experiences.
News from IRTC ( 8 March 2007)
ITIL Awards winners announced
ITIL Awards winners announced Awards winners have been announced for ITIL Project of the Year, ITIL Practitioner of the Year, ITIL Certification Student of the Year and ITIL Case Study of the Year.
News from Pink Elephant ( 8 March 2007)
Degreasing fluid provider shortlisted for award
The Institute of Directors has included Graham Fraser, managing director of Fraser Cleaning Technologies in a shortlist of three for the Edinburgh, Lothians and Borders regional award. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 8 March 2007)
Moulding product feed screws encapsulated
A proprietary feed screw encapsulation process can double the life of any feed screw manufactured from the standard tool steels or high-wear powder metallurgy materials.
News from Milacron ( 8 March 2007)
Subcontractor gains ISO9001 with MAS support
User Application Article UK manufacturing advisory service has helped a precision engineering parts maker to acquire ISO9001 certification for the design and manufacture of precision engineered components.
News from MAS-East ( 8 March 2007)
Lock grip pliers introduced to tools range
Latest additions made to a hand tools catalogue include automatic lock grip pliers a heavy duty mobile work station and a range of wrench clips among screwdrivers, socketry and workshop tools.
News from Facom UK ( 8 March 2007)
M-Real upgrades Avanta boards
M-real's high performance paperboards, Avanta Ultra and Avanta Prima, have been upgraded, and now offer superior printability combined with a more generous yield.
News from M-real ( 8 March 2007)
Printronix Ingram Micro agreement
Printronix Expands Successful Distribution Agreement with Ingram Micro to Include Its SymTech Division Covering the Nordic Countries
News from Printronix ( 8 March 2007)
MAZeT range of services to include packaging
MAZeT , a leading systems vendor for industrial electronics, presents its range of services, which has been extended to include packaging services, under the name Fabless ASIC Foundry.
News from Mazet ( 8 March 2007)
Promotional pack sleeve decoration
An innovative re-usable promotional pack, designed by Sonoco and Plastique for Gillette, features sleeves from CCL Decorative Sleeves that provide both decoration and tamper-evidence.
News from Sonoco Consumer Products ( 8 March 2007)
Esko Packaging software suite scope
Esko, the market leader in packaging pre-production solutions, showcases at Paktech on stand 201, a broad range of products for the entire packaging supply chain.
News from EskoArtwork ( 8 March 2007)
hueyPRO greater control over onscreen colour
Pantone, the global authority on colour and provider of professional colour standards for the design industries, today introduced hueyPRO, a new member to its family of display calibration products.
News from Pantone UK ( 8 March 2007)
PA for Kenyan company
A major horticultural company based in Kenya has praised the quality of service and equipment offered by UK manufacturer Packaging Automation after purchasing a PA182 tray sealer.
News from Packaging Automation ( 8 March 2007)
Optical Character Recognition and Verification
Neural networks are utilised within their NeuroCheck machine vision solutions to mimic human thinking, this case study can be downloaded from the web site of Industrial Vision Systems.
News from Industrial Vision Systems ( 7 March 2007)
Tensile, flexure and notched impact robotic tester
Zwick has produced a robotic testing system that performs tensile, flexure and notched impact testing at the same time. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell ( 7 March 2007)
Friction clutches have low static friction
The Polyclutch range of friction clutches, from Huco Dynatork, has a static friction value that is lower than its dynamic friction and maintains constant tension. Brochure Available
News from Huco Dynatork ( 7 March 2007)
Assembly robots take to the road in events
AA Robotics, Cognex Factory Vision, Safety Systems and Laidler Associates are to join with Igus for six one day events in Milton Keynes, Newport, Nottingham, County Durham and Cannock.
News from AA Robotics ( 7 March 2007)
Test and measurement products in deal
Extech Instruments announced the appointment of Farnell InOne as an Authorised Distributor to market Extech's range of test and measurement products in the UK and Europe.
News from Farnell ( 7 March 2007)
Parallelable UPS for up to eight units
A parallelable UPS from Staco Energy Products, the TreStar P Series, can parallel up to eight units for capacity or redundancy without the need of a paralleling cabinet.
News from Staco Energy Products Co. ( 7 March 2007)
High load capacity ballscrews from 50mm to 125mm
High load capacity ballscrews from SKF provide dependable and cost-effective solutions in a wide range of linear motion applications, with nominal diameters from 50mm to 125mm. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 7 March 2007)
Operator workstation provides customer support
An advanced ergonomic workstation has been installed at one of ABB's sites in Aberdeen, to support its oil and gas customers.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 7 March 2007)
Ion chromatography system is 'intelligent'
The 850 Professional IC is said to be the first professional ion chromatography system with intelligent system components. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 7 March 2007)
Tube manipulation capability for up to 32mm radius
Hiflex Powerbend based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear has extended its tube manipulation capability to include variable radius bending for tube sizes of up to 32mm.
News from Hiflex Powerbend ( 7 March 2007)
Adhesives offer resilience, optical clarity
The Dymax OP-29 series of adhesives from Intertronics offer resilience, optical clarity, low stress and resistance to yellowing, thermal shock, vibration and impact.
News from Intertronics ( 7 March 2007)
Surface preparation equipment users fail to comply
Technical Background Article Colin Worthington of Wheelabrator Group has told a waste management seminar in Birmingham that many companies using surface preparation equipment were failing to comply with UK legislation. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group ( 7 March 2007)
Circuit design made easier with chipset references
The IRPP3624-05A and IRPP3624-12A are two new POWIR+ chipset reference designs from International Rectifier to simplify and accelerate circuit design.
News from International Rectifier ( 7 March 2007)
Choice of fused test leads for instruments
Megger is offering a choice of fused test leads for instruments in its contractor range, with a 10A fuse, or GS38-compliant leads with a 500mA fuse. Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 7 March 2007)
Structured cabling project in Dubai
User Application Article Dubai cabling project covers four kilometres of the historic Dubai Creek waterfront area and will include 1600 acres of shops, hotels and high-quality living accommodation
News from Connectix ( 7 March 2007)
Sensor and actuator network standard released
CompoNet offers quick and easy installation using cost-effective flat network cable with pressure-clamping IDC connectors
News from ODVA ( 7 March 2007)
Simplified data logging
LabVIEW SignalExpress delivers an easy-to-use, drag-and-drop experience for controlling hundreds of measurement devices Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 7 March 2007)
Learning resource web site updated
Open Mind's encyclopaedic knowledge of the learning resources available via all delivery media is on display at its newly revised website
News from Open Mind (Learning/HR) ( 7 March 2007)
Strapex block booking
Reliability was the key when a leading producer of concrete blocks (breeze blocks) specified a new strapping machine from Walsall-based Strapex recently.
News from Strapex (UK) ( 7 March 2007)
Remote equipment alarm monitoring
Remote Viewer for smartphone devices allows you to remotely monitor TopView from any Windows mobile 5.0 smartphone device
News from Exele ( 7 March 2007)
Tear tape is essential for security
Payne has launched a package of security features that can be integrated into its tear tapes to give brand owners an important first step towards protecting their products against counterfeiting. Brochure Available
News from Payne Security ( 7 March 2007)
Overcoming the pitfalls of retrofitting VSDs
Technical Background Article Mike Smith of the Deritend Group explores the problems that need to be overcome when retrofitting variable speed drives to pumps
News from Deritend Group ( 7 March 2007)
Extech Data Systems at CEBIT 2007
The full range of Extech Data Systems portable printers will be on display at CeBIT 2007, the world's largest trade fair focusing on information and telecommunications technologies.
News from Extech Instruments ( 7 March 2007)
PLC controlled mobile air conditioning
User Application Article Formula 1 team mobile headquarters kept cool with air conditioning units controlled by Mitsubishi PLCs Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 7 March 2007)
Grooved lead raises extruder quality
Light groove feed is a series of shallow grooves that improve the conveying efficiency of the extruder screw by increasing the coefficient of friction in the barrel.
News from Battenfeld Gloucester Engineering Co ( 7 March 2007)
Alcoa to Close Mt Vernon, KY Packaging Plant
Alcoa announced that it will close its Reynolds Food Packaging plastics manufacturing plant in Mt Vernon, Kentucky by the middle of this year. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems ( 7 March 2007)
Real-time event management and reporting
IntelliBox enables customers to connect their industrial, commercial, medical, retail and security equipment to IP networks and the Internet
News from Lantronix ( 7 March 2007)
Process models with embedded learning algorithms
DeltaV InSight automatically learns users processes with embedded learning algorithms running at the controller level and develops process models based on day-to-day operations
News from Emerson Process Management ( 7 March 2007)
Asset management system workshop
Workshop to demonstrate how Cyco AutoManager Meridian can be seamlessly integrated with Maximo using the Cyco AutoManager Maximo Module
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 7 March 2007)
Compose System showcases new solutions
Compose System, an established developer of pre-press workflow and colour proofing solutions, will demonstrate Express WorkFlow 3.0 for the first time in the UK during Northprint 2007
News from Compose System (Europe) ( 7 March 2007)
Software as a service drives future growth
Data Centre operators and their suppliers of software and hardware need to prepare now for future provisioning of hosted software services
News from BroadGroup ( 7 March 2007)
Workflow 3.0 optimised for Java
Compose System, an established developer of pre-press workflow and colour proofing solutions has announced the release of Express WorkFlow 3 (EWF3)
News from Compose System (Europe) ( 7 March 2007)
CD includes connectivity and automation
Key features of the new CD include Sixnet's latest products such as the slim line series and rack-mount series industrial ethernet switches Brochure Available
News from Sixnet ( 7 March 2007)
Migration cards for Moore APACS systems
Migration cards enable Moore users to easily upgrade legacy APACS ACM and ACM+ control systems to advanced Invensys technology, including the latest generation of I/A Series distributed control system
News from Invensys Process Systems ( 7 March 2007)
Simplified integration of enterprise data
User Application Article B2net's Storage Area Network (SAN) solution has enabled Calor Gas to significantly simplify and integrate its disparate enterprise data storage and back-up requirements
News from B2net ( 7 March 2007)
Actuate contributes towards business intelligence
Actuate has made progress in widening the scope of discussion for open source software in the Business Intelligence space
News from Actuate ( 7 March 2007)
Enterprise deployment for unified messaging
AVST's robust unified messaging offers the ability for enterprises to define the architecture that best meets their storage, access and security needs
News from AVST ( 7 March 2007)
Critical web-based applications streamlined
With RiOS 4.0, enterprises can now effectively accelerate critical Web-based business applications and simplify the deployment and management of Riverbed's Steelhead appliances
News from Riverbed Technology ( 7 March 2007)
Innovative small business award finals
Microsoft concludes the Ultimate Challenge contest by announcing the four finalists
News from Microsoft ( 7 March 2007)
Robotic arc welding cell suits fabrication SMEs
Affordable for the smallest fabrication shops, a dual fixed table robotic arc welding cell offers quality, reliability and added safety while minimizing floor space and releasing labour.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 7 March 2007)
Portable unit filters out welding fumes
Portable welding fume extraction system filters contaminated air and re-circulates it into the work area, resulting in a cleaner environment for welders.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 7 March 2007)
Portable weld fume filter system is compact
Portable, high vacuum, low volume welding fume extraction and filtration system delivers efficient operation at an affordable price with less frequent filter maintenance.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 7 March 2007)
Welding demo trucks to tour North America
Nine trucks have been fitted out to demonstrate Lincoln welding processes and ancillaries and tour the USA's and Canada's welded fabrication plants.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 7 March 2007)
Spool-on-gun MIG eases aluminium welding
Wire spool-on-gun MIG welding torches for aluminium welding reduce the chance of troublesome tangling when feeding soft aluminum wire.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 7 March 2007)
Robotic welding cell benefits students
User Application Article Robotic welding cell has proven to be a valuable part of welding and automation programmes at Arizona State University's College of Technology and Applied Science.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The ( 7 March 2007)
Ceramic inserts speed grey cast iron machining
A competitive ceramic grade for machining gray cast iron can be used for finishing and roughing cuts with higher cutting speeds, in smooth and slightly interrupted cuts.
News from Kennametal UK ( 7 March 2007)
Systems cut, drill, punch and weld steel
Latest introductions by a sawing/storage equipment manufacturer include fasted, profile steel drilling machine; new plate-steel punch and shear machines and robotic welding of structural steel.
News from Kaltenbach ( 7 March 2007)
Drill prepares for waterjet cutting
A pneumatic self-feeding drill - available in stationary or laterally adjustable models - quickly pierces sensitive materials prior to cutting them with waterjet.
News from Jet Edge ( 7 March 2007)
Gantry water jet cutting machine is precise
The High Rail Gantry waterjet cutting system, with a stable overhead design, can hold an accuracy of 0.005in with a repeatability of 0.001in over the entire work envelope.
News from Jet Edge ( 7 March 2007)
Sawing and robot firms partner in UK
German sawing and storage equipment manufacturer, Kasto, and Swedish robot company, ABB, have formed a joint product promotion agreement in the UK.
News from Kasto ( 7 March 2007)
PBT plastics mouldings need no annealing
User Application Article PBT plastics allows a user to mould an airflow sensor body in one piece without annealing - saving two production steps, when compared to alternative materials.
News from DSM Engineering Plastics ( 7 March 2007)
Advanced pierce nut system to be launched
An advanced pierce nut system offers a fast and reliable method of mounting M6 steel threads in sheet metal components up to 1.9mm thick. Brochure Available
News from Profil UK ( 7 March 2007)
Mill hydraulic fluid resists heat and fire
User Application Article A steel reinforcement bars producer has introduced a fire-resistant hydraulic fluid into the into the rolling mill control systems to reduce fire risks near flames and hot surfaces.
News from Houghton Plc ( 7 March 2007)
REACH conference venue changed
Owing to a dramatic increase in conference delegate numbers, Rapra Technology has moved its Reach Conference venue to the Hotel Metropole in central Brussels, Belgium.
News from Rapro Emulations ( 7 March 2007)
On-demand document management enabled
Thanks to Easy Software UK, Scanned and Delivered can offer its clients full document management, archive and workflow capabilities as part of their on demand document service
News from Easy Software ( 7 March 2007)
Automation and control conference planned
The ISA EXPO 2007 technical conference will focus around five technology tracks critical to automation and control including networking, safety and security, automation, QC and systems integration.
News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 7 March 2007)
Coating, laminating firm appoints CEO
Manufacturer of coated papers, films and speciality substrates specialising in coating, laminating and finishing of flexible materials has appointed Joe Lupone as president and CEO.
News from InteliCoat Technologies ( 7 March 2007)
Vertical plastics moulder to be shown in China
A vertical plastics moulding machine will be shown for the first time outside Germany at the forthcoming Chinaplas exhibition - Asia's most important plastics fair.
News from Arburg ( 7 March 2007)
Lower cost CNC laser cutter has more performance
User Application Article Subcontract sheet metalworking company said that you get a lot of performance for your money with a CNC laser cutting machine and it is 40% cheaper than the type of machine bought before.
News from LVD (UK) ( 7 March 2007)
Roll air wipe controls coolant on strip
Shape Technology's latest innovation, the Edge Wipe System addresses the problem of unwanted coolant carried through the unfilled portion of the roll gap - outside of the strip width.
News from Shape Technology ( 6 March 2007)
Air shaping in web translation
Shape Technology's website has been updated to include translation software which enables visitors to view the website in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish and Russian.
News from Shape Technology ( 6 March 2007)
Shapemeters, spray bars, width gauges orders
Shape Technology orders have risen by over 350% since its inception in 2001 with 2006 another record year, as order intake increased 41% on 2005.
News from Shape Technology ( 6 March 2007)
Web conferencing for PCB design
Trimerix has adopted the use of web-conferencing facilities enabling multiple engineers to review and aid in the PCB layout process in real-time.
News from TrimeriX ( 6 March 2007)
Cost-effective UV-visible spectrophotometer
Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched the Evolution 60, a cost-effective UV-visible spectrophotometer, offering optional software enabling 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) ( 6 March 2007)
Group serves portable metrology market
The Portable Metrology Group has been set up by Hexagon Metrology to serve the North American inspection and measurement marketplace.
News from Hexagon Metrology US ( 6 March 2007)
Machine vision sensors and industrial ID readers
Cognex has announced the high-performance DataMan 100 fixed-mount ID readers, in a package that is smaller than a flip phone. Brochure Available
News from Cognex UK ( 6 March 2007)
Chain selector program is free to download
Renold has updated its chain selector program with a version that is available free to download from the company's web site, selecting precisely the right chain for a given application.
News from Renold Chain ( 6 March 2007)
Fasson films for durable labels
The durability and legibility of a nameplate or rating plate are critical -- but producing them to UL and other standards can be costly.
News from Avery Dennison Roll Materials Europe ( 6 March 2007)
Metal plastic cable ties detected
E-Components and Chains Limited of Pocklington UK are pleased to announce the launch of their new range of "Detectamet" Metal Detectable Plastic Cable Ties.
News from E-Components and Chains ( 6 March 2007)
Vibratory feeder provides clean end-product
Bulk Equipment Systems Technology (B.E.S.T.)'s drum-filling system with vibratory feeder provides clean, accurately weighed end product.
News from Metso BEST ( 6 March 2007)
Kuka Robitics appoints new President
KUKA Robotics Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of industrial robots, today announced the appointment of Mr Shepherd Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics ( 6 March 2007)
Pack design is good for product succes
The effectiveness of the RPC designed 5 litre container for Cuprinol Sprayable Fence Treatment has been noted
News from RPC Group ( 6 March 2007)
Remote control in-line check weighers
Two new software packages from Sartorius join their well known Average Weight Control software SPCfWin. Brochure Available
News from Sartorius UK ( 6 March 2007)
In-line pharmaceutical coding system
Sunala will preview a new advanced version of the market leading Wolke m600 thermal transfer ink jet printer and demonstrate the latest version of its successful Pharmacarton Coding Station.
News from Sunala ( 6 March 2007)
High performance materials testing stand at Total
Lloyd Instruments will be showing an impressive range of high performance materials testing equipment and powerful NEXYGENPlus software for the processing and packaging industries
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 6 March 2007)
Gelfran new temperature controllers
Gefran's new GFX4 and GXFTERM04 ultra-compact, four channel temperature controllers include fieldbus communications Brochure Available
News from Gefran SIEI UK ( 6 March 2007)
Third six colour Komori B1
Ever increasing demand in the competitive carton and packaging sector has led Gateshead based Integrated Packaging to order its fourth Komori B1 press; a six colour Lithrone LS40 with Coater. Brochure Available
News from Komori UK ( 6 March 2007)
Systech to exhibit at two shows
Systech Instruments will be emphasising its commitment to the European packaging materials industry with its presence at two major exhibitions and conferences in Munich, Germany during March 2007.
News from Systech Instruments ( 6 March 2007)
Retail display solutions and gift boxes launched
The Wooden Packaging Co this week unveiled its new range of 'Tea Chest style' retail display solutions and gift boxes which provides an eco friendly image within stores
News from Smith Bros The Wooden Packaging Co. ( 6 March 2007)
Prysm ID new Morocco office
Leading labelling specialist PRISYMID is opening a new facility in Morocco to meet the needs of its growing customer base in the apparel and retail industries.
News from Prisym ID ( 6 March 2007)
Wooden boxes manufactured for Scout event
The Wooden Packaging Co, a manufacturer of all kinds of wooden packaging from pallets to packing cases, is supplying the World Scout Jamboree in the UK.
News from Smith Bros The Wooden Packaging Co. ( 6 March 2007)
US packaging machinery exports stronger
US Packaging Machinery Exports Strengthen Shipments Poised to Eclipse $1 Billion for Third Consecutive Year
News from Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute ( 6 March 2007)
Gower View for Rachels Organics
Gower View Foods, a new specialist food packing company, celebrated its official launch with the news that it has won a significant contract from one of the UK's leading organic dairy brands.
News from Gower View Foods ( 6 March 2007)
High speed/performance milling machines bought
User Application Article Mould and toolmaker has acquired high-speed and high-performance 5-axis milling machines to increase its productivity and maintain ia competitive advantage.
News from Agie Charmilles ( 6 March 2007)
Tools shorten mirror-finishing times
User Application Article Resin-based finishing tools can mirror finish the cobalt chrome ball of an artificial hip joint in three stages, rather than five or six and considerably reduce rework.
News from Tyrolit ( 6 March 2007)
Fourteen power tools added to catalogue
Latest Metabo general catalogue includes 14 new tools such as drills, screwdrivers, hammer drills/drivers, rotary hammers, angle grinders and sanders.
News from Metabo ( 6 March 2007)
Canadian welding product firm gains award
A passion for change, innovation in applying leading business practices, and an ability to motivate employees were among the reasons for Tregaskiss Welding products winning an award.
News from Tregaskiss Welding Products ( 6 March 2007)
Vyncolit firm acquires Neopreg composites
The Sumitomo Bakelite Group has acquired the Swiss company, Neopreg, a producer of long fibre thermoset composites marketed under the trade names Kinel and Neonite.
News from Vyncolit ( 6 March 2007)
Italian mechatronics and automation show set
Latest developments in assembling, handling, robotics and industrial vision will be shown at the forthcoming BIMEC show in Italy, covering a wide range of industry.
News from UCIMU ( 6 March 2007)
CNC punch presses have large turret capacity
Robust, thick turret tooling style CNC punch presses, 200 and 300kN, offer a large turret capacity with a versatile mix of stations and the largest feed clearance in the industry.
News from LVD (UK) ( 6 March 2007)
Meeting EU directives on vapour degreasing
Using the EnSolv family of solvents as part of their range has enabled Core-Chem help those using trichloroethylene vapour degreasing, to seek alternatives to meet EU Directives. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 6 March 2007)
GBP 1 million automation contract awarded
Automation systems company, based in the UK, has won a GBP 1 million contract to design and manufacture three special purpose production machines for Gripple.
News from SP Technology ( 6 March 2007)
Festo to sponsor WorldSkills 2011 competition
The first Premier Partner from industry of the WorldSkills 2011 competition, Festo Didactic, has confirmed pledges of substantial funding for the event. Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 6 March 2007)
Magnesium coating partnership set up in China
Two production lines will coat magnesium parts cast in a Chinese facility following a partnership agreement announced by Keronite, UK and Chongqing Meridian BoAo Magnesium Co.
News from Keronite ( 6 March 2007)
Automation company appoints sales VP
An assembly automation, material handling and transportation equipment manufacturer, MagneMotion, has appointed Peter Mattila as vice president of sales and marketing.
News from MagneMotion ( 6 March 2007)
Fastener show has applications workshop
An all-day 'Applications Engineering Workshop' will be featured at the forthcoming 11th Annual National Industrial Fastener Show/West in Las Vegas, USA.
News from National Industrial Fastener Show ( 6 March 2007)
Resilient optics adhesives resist 'yellowing'
For optics bonding applications, a series of adhesives offer resilience, optical clarity, low stress and resistance to yellowing, thermal shock, vibration and impact.
News from Intertronics ( 6 March 2007)
A 24h IT failure would threaten survival
A survey into business resilience said that unplanned 24h downtime of information technology systems could jeopardise the survival of nearly half of businesses interviewed.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit ( 6 March 2007)
Continuously casting O2-free copper wire rod
Oxygen-free continuous casting of copper and copper alloy wire rod includes machines for the casting of 8mm CuOF for subsequent manufacture to high quality fine wire.
News from Rautomead International ( 6 March 2007)
CNC and drives package upgrades HMCs
User Application Article When more output was required from 20 year old FMT horizontal machining centres, a tailored CNC drives and control packaged was tailored to increase production and reduce lead-times.
News from Halifax Numerical Controls Ltd (HNC) ( 6 March 2007)
Machine tool rebuild firm adds on laser
A laser interferometer system has been acquired by machine tool rebuild company, HNC, to further improve the accuracy of rebuilt machine tools.
News from Halifax Numerical Controls Ltd (HNC) ( 6 March 2007)
Machine tool rebuild firm adds manager
A machine tool rebuilding and retrofitting company, Halifax Numerical Controls, has appointed Paul Anderson as engineering manager to further the company's growth.
News from Halifax Numerical Controls Ltd (HNC) ( 6 March 2007)
Machine tool rebuild firm continues expansion
Bringing his extensive knowledge in control systems to Halifax Numerical Controls is Nigel Hattersley, who has in-depth experience with GE Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain and Bosch.
News from Halifax Numerical Controls Ltd (HNC) ( 6 March 2007)
Flexible unified voice messaging
With CallXpress 7.9, enterprises can select from multiple varieties of unified messaging and deploy on a user by user basis
News from AVST ( 6 March 2007)
Working at height secured by new anchors
Workplace Access and Safety provides the full safety package for roof access involving roof anchors - from system design and installation to training, annual maintenance and certification.
News from Workplace Access & Safety ( 6 March 2007)
Full-bridge PWM controllers introduced
High-performance, low-pin-count, alternative zero-voltage switching full-bridge PWM controllers achieve ZVS operation by driving the upper bridge FETs at a fixed 50% duty cycle.
News from Intersil ( 5 March 2007)
Synchronous buck controller is efficient
A synchronous buck controller with internal MOSFETs can support a continuous load of 2.5A and has a wide input voltage range.
News from Intersil ( 5 March 2007)
Buck PWM controller is two-phase
A two-phase buck PWM controller, features an input voltage range of 3V to 20V with precision voltage regulation for point-of-load and other high-current applications
News from Intersil ( 5 March 2007)
PWM controller is for core voltage regulation
A six-phase PWM controller controls microprocessor core voltage regulation and boasts lower component cost, reduced power dissipation, and smaller implementation area.
News from Intersil ( 5 March 2007)
Measurement systems in the news
Articles in the Shape Technology newsletter include the latest company news plus features on the Edge Wipe System and the next generation of Orbis Gauge.
News from Shape Technology ( 5 March 2007)
Air bearing shaping rolls reach landmark
Shape Technology has sold over 100 air bearing shapemeter rolls since they were established in 2001.
News from Shape Technology ( 5 March 2007)
Advanced Dynamics feeds food industry
Advanced Dynamics is targeting the UK food industry with an exciting hygienic stainless steel version of its best selling LB-2 friction feeder.
News from Advanced Dynamics ( 5 March 2007)
Twinpack secure solution for automotive
Significant cost savings and operational and safety benefits are being enjoyed by one of the UK's leading manufacturers of automotive components
News from Cyklop UK ( 5 March 2007)
Second Edale for South Africa
Invisible Card Company (PTY) in South Africa has just purchased an Edale Beta with combination IR and UV drying, laminating, cold foiling and a delivery table.
News from Edale ( 5 March 2007)
Corintech sets the pace with new wire bonder
Setting the pace when in the pursuit of quality, performance and perfection is an ideal Corintech, the UK's leading independent micropackaging company, firmly believes in.
News from CorinTech ( 5 March 2007)
Watch out for these sticks
For a limited period, purchasers of special packs of Loctite 'stick' products will also receive a free stylish Dakar Rally watch.
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives ( 5 March 2007)
Aunt Bessie in with Ishida
Ishida Europe has installed a bespoke weighing and packing solution to enable leading food manufacturer Tryton Foods to automate the packing process of its famous Aunt Bessie's Yorkshire Puddings.
News from Ishida Europe ( 5 March 2007)
Kuka for AGV systems
KUKA Robotics Corporation has been selected by Transbotics Corporation to provide robotics to work in conjunction with a new line of Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGV). Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics ( 5 March 2007)
Incredi-Bowl container makes its mark
Tri-Star will be unveiling the "Incredi-Bowl" range of robust, heat resistant polypropylene containers to visitors of Pro2Pac
News from TriStar ( 5 March 2007)
Surface grinders have more CNC flexibility
More flexibility in programming with variable graphics simulation for grinding and wheel dressing feature the latest Chevalier CNC surface grinding machines. Brochure Available
News from Dugard ( 5 March 2007)
Pay by the millimetre for face milling cutters
For UK users to take on the latest face milling cutter technology, a UK supplier has introduced a GBP 1.50/mm promotion for square shoulder face milling cutters. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) ( 5 March 2007)
Online unified messaging resources
AVST sponsors information portal containing white papers, industry research, videos, case studies and recent industry news
News from AVST ( 5 March 2007)
Deadline for downloading free 3D tool extended
Experience the of a Dynamic Modeling based approach to 3D product development
News from CoCreate Software ( 5 March 2007)
Library improvements with performance management
User Application Article Council library automates collection of strategic performance data making information on progress in meeting corporate and partnership objectives widely available using performance management software
News from Actuate ( 5 March 2007)
Attendance improves through performance reporting
User Application Article The Franklin Institute can now efficiently and immediately measure museum attendance and adjust its operations accordingly using performance management and reporting applications
News from Actuate ( 5 March 2007)
Partner certification for supply chain vendor
Ability to enable organisations to meet customer's expectations, capture events and use the resultant intelligence to reduce costs and improve efficiency results in gold partner certification.
News from Skillweb ( 5 March 2007)
New functions for open source ERP software
Web based open source ERP for small and medium sized businesses includes full suite of enterprise management functions
News from Openbravo ( 5 March 2007)
Flexible gigabit switch with SFP ports
SFP fibre slot design provides users with flexibility to insert different fibre modules, either multi-mode or single-mode at various distances
News from Ethernet Direct ( 5 March 2007)
Networking vendor expands into south America
Ethernet Direct exploits growing demand in south America for fibre optic cable deploymnet and development of industrial automation
News from Ethernet Direct ( 5 March 2007)
Fluid dynamics support for Pro/Engineer
Accurately investigate stresses and deformations due to flow and heat transfer-induced loads at the push of a button withing Pro/Engineer Brochure Available
News from Flomerics ( 5 March 2007)
Comprehensive learning resource website
Web site provides shop window for trainers to find the solution they need to meet their organisation's training needs
News from Open Mind (Learning/HR) ( 5 March 2007)
Enterprise asset resource web site
EAM Resource centre web site includes asset management, work management, service management, and the convergence of information technology and operational technology
News from MRO Software ( 5 March 2007)
Exchange events for Vericut users in Europe
Vericut users in Europe have the opportunity to exchange best practices at four venues throughout Europe in April and May Brochure Available
News from CGTech ( 5 March 2007)
High bandwidth network delivery services
Intelliden exhibits innovative solutions for high-bandwidth services at the IPTV World Forum 07 at Olympia in London
News from Intelliden ( 5 March 2007)
Full function 64 bit CAM software
TopSolid'Cam 2007 offers many new functions for all machining operations to reduce machining times, increase part quality and reduce tool costs
News from Missler Software ( 5 March 2007)
Canadian honour for Matrox founder
Matrox co-founder honoured for business leadership and technological innovation
News from Matrox Graphics ( 5 March 2007)
Wireless e-mail software in Gartner honours
CommonTime listed in Gartner Magic Quadrant for mNotes e-mail push software
News from CommonTime ( 5 March 2007)
Large investment includes simulation software
User Application Article Sarantel will scale up its use of MicroStripes software to simulate unique dielectrically loaded antennas - a technically very difficult task Brochure Available
News from Flomerics ( 5 March 2007)
Industrial device connection with ISDN adaptor
IDW-90 ISDN adaptor is aimed at utilising existing communications technology and has been designed to meet the European ISDN standard
News from Westermo Data Communications ( 5 March 2007)
Training added to maintenance software products
MicroMain has doubled its number of basic training classes held at the company's Training centre in Austin
News from MicroMain Corporation ( 5 March 2007)
Analysis software includes digital filters
New module is designed to help filter multichannel measurements quickly, providing all the tools needed for filter design, filtering and presentation using a simple, sequential process Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 5 March 2007)
Municipal license subscription for Helsingor
User Application Article Municipal license subscription software chosen by Helsingor for design and management of infrastructure for a fixed annual fee based on population Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems ( 5 March 2007)
Norwegian oil firm orders three CNC millers
Spanish machine tool builder, Juaristi, has won a contract from Norway Aker Kvaerner Subsea, worth EUR 3.5 million for three CNC milling/boring machines.
News from Juaristi TS Comercial SL ( 5 March 2007)
Facing and internal grinding made in one set-up
Facing and internal grinding machine can concentrate and combine serveral operations - including profile grinding - into one set-up under CNC.
News from Danobat Group ( 5 March 2007)
Experienced automation executive heads KUKA
An experienced automation executive, Stuart Shepherd, has been appointed to head KUKA's US operations including engineering, sales, marketing, and customer service. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics ( 5 March 2007)
Laser cutting firm appoints sales manager
Laser cutting machine company Prima Industrie UK has appointed Paul Downs as sales manager for the UK and Ireland and he brings 19 years' of sheet metal machine industry experience. Brochure Available
News from Prima Industrie UK ( 5 March 2007)
Machine tool firm sells millers at UK show
Offering machine tools for efficient and precise machining of non-ferrous metals, aluminium and plastics won sales for Datron Technology at the UK's Southern Manufacturing and Electronics exhibition.
News from Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show ( 5 March 2007)
Sliding headstock lathe competition win
Rhonda Bruce, wife of Steve Bruce, managing director of UK subcontractor, Bonspiel Engineering, won 'best driver of the day' award at sliding head stock lathe firm's competition.
News from Star Micronics GB ( 5 March 2007)
Sheet steel shot-blasted and coated in line
User Application Article A continuous flow shot blast and painting system removes of rust and scale from sheet metal up to 3300m wide and coats it with a temporary anti-corrosion paint (welding primer).
News from Rosler Oberflaechentechnik ( 5 March 2007)
Check up on manufacturing practice, efficiency
User Application Article For manufacturers who want to review their operating practices and find ways to improve and make their production processes more efficient, a consultancy offers a comprehensive service.
News from Ceram ( 5 March 2007)
Socket sets are in metric, Whitworth and AF sizes
A range of high quality and competitively priced socket sets ncludes 51 sets, offers end-users a wide range of choice, including Metric, AF and Whitworth sizes.
News from Britool ( 5 March 2007)
Automated sawing cell improves flexibility
User Application Article By investing in a sawing cell, a Swiss steel stockholder can ensure that orders are processed quickly, flexibly and accurately while automation reduces potential sources of error.
News from Friedrich Remmert ( 5 March 2007)
Robotic sorting system serves saws, machines
An intelligent robotic sorting system for sawn metal blanks an also be used for the automatic transportation of materials from a sawing machine to other machining cells.
News from Friedrich Remmert ( 5 March 2007)
Productivity improvements with data integration
User Application Article AMD uses real-time data integration to move transactional production data from its core application to an Oracle database and simultaneously to a production planning and management system
News from GoldenGate Software ( 5 March 2007)
Plug in CAD translators for Inventor
Inventor translators provide direct support for the major 3D CAD file types used in manufacturing and expand the data exchange options available from within Inventor
News from TransMagic ( 5 March 2007)
Free availability of 3D modelling internationally
Availability of OneSpace Modelling extended for 3 more months due to overwhelming download demand from over 100 countries worldwide
News from CoCreate Software ( 5 March 2007)
Management shuffle at National Instruments
Eight promotions to Vice President have occurred at National Instruments across three departments, including research and development, GandA, and sales and marketing Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 5 March 2007)
Network modules for European faceplates
Connectix has introduced a new range of Category 5 and 6 shuttered modules to suit the euro modular style
News from Connectix ( 5 March 2007)
LAN 2 LAN a gold partner of Trapeze
LAN 2 LAN will provide technical expertise, consultancy and sales support for Trapeze Network's cutting edge Smart Mobile enterprise wireless solution
News from LAN 2 LAN ( 5 March 2007)
2D and 3D CAD download files available
3-D and 2-D files in over 100 different formats and Bill of Materials (BOM) available for download
News from DMS Diemould Service ( 5 March 2007)
CRM capability in latest Jobshop release
Jobshop 9.3 incorporates new CRM functionality for accurately recording and analysing information on customers, suppliers and orders Brochure Available
News from Jobshop ( 5 March 2007)
Analysis for sheet metal designers
Calculators create DXF files that include a 3D wireframe model as well as the flat pattern
News from Sheet Metal Guy ( 5 March 2007)
Cyco 2007 user conference in Florida
Cyco Software executives, customers and trend-watchers will demonstrate how industry trends will directly affect your business and shape the future of engineering document management solutions
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 5 March 2007)
Microsoft responds to European Commission action
Microsoft believes it has been fair in setting proposed protocol prices
News from Microsoft ( 5 March 2007)
Extensive SIL information available online
New Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Resource Center now available online at General Monitors.
News from General Monitors ( 5 March 2007)
Simplified functions for gas detector
IR5000 Open Path Infrared Gas Detector with expanded range for combustible gas monitoring.
News from General Monitors ( 5 March 2007)
Hand Arm Vibration better managed by new software
Managing your tool and equipment asset and register in an effective and easy to use software package that is safety and maintenance based.
News from Fivesquared ( 5 March 2007)
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