News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 22 April
to Saturday 28 April 2007
Embedded imaging and communications appointment
FotoNation, provider of solutions for the digital camera industry, has announced the appointment of Shane Fanning as Managing Director for FotoNation Ireland, and VP of FotoNation.
News from FotoNation (27 April 2007)
Catalyst characterisation equipment showcase
Quantachrome Instruments will be exhibiting their catalyst characterisation equipment at the 20th meeting of the North American Catalysis Society (NAM) in June.
News from Quantachrome Instruments (27 April 2007)
Range of diesel engine component testing
Zwick has supplied a range of static and dynamic testing machines to MTU Friedrichshafen, a supplier of diesel engines and complete drive systems, along with their testXpert software. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (27 April 2007)
SAP pinnacle award for Atos Origin
Award recognises partnership programme participation and SAP expertise
News from Atos Origin (27 April 2007)
Paperless air cargo system
Champ cargosystems introduces electronic forms for the air freight industry
News from SITA (27 April 2007)
PLCs for automation and control
Network-based automation products with USB connectivity for ease of use with laptops
News from Ringdale (27 April 2007)
Web based business simulation
Optimise process handling time with latest business simulation software from IDS Scheer
News from Lanner Group (27 April 2007)
On line learning and performance management
Talent Management software includes performance tracking and monitoring, interactive online training and multi-language support
News from Infor (27 April 2007)
Streamlining PLM recognised as priority
Technical Background Article Time taken to develop a product and bring it to market has become a key metric for progressive manufacturers
News from Datamonitor (27 April 2007)
Development service for Pro/Toolkit
Etrage offers application development for PTC advanced pro/Toolkit
News from Etrage (27 April 2007)
Syspro finalist in software awards
Latest features in Syspro ERP software land nomination for outstanding software award
News from K3 Business Technology Group (27 April 2007)
Data presentation software for manufacturers
Data2Desktop provides management information structured from raw manufacturing data Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (27 April 2007)
Windows networking and VoIP monitoring
Collection of meaningful performance analysis data for windows networking, VoIP and HTTP in real-time
News from Itheon (27 April 2007)
Free student version of PExprt SV
Transformer design and analysis software freely available to students
News from Ansoft Europe (27 April 2007)
E-commerce application test software
User Application Article Luxury goods retailer tests e-commerce applications with e-test software
News from Empirix (27 April 2007)
Free EDI add-in for Lakeview ERP
EDI integration freely available to customers of Lakeview ERP software
News from Lakeview Computers (27 April 2007)
New chief for global integrated logistics unit
Agility Systems' Global Integrated Logistics unit takes on new President and CEO
News from Agility Systems (27 April 2007)
Control Engineering award for LabVIEW
LabVIEW chosen for award based on service to the industry, technological advancement and market impact Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (27 April 2007)
Established injection-moulding company acquired
BNL (UK) has acquired Cobb Slater Limited, an established injection-moulding company best known for its expertise in technical mouldings, electrical security products, and plastic bearings.
News from BNL (UK) (27 April 2007)
Syringe pumping without glass breakage
KD Scientific has introduced a range of stainless steel syringes which are compatible with their automated syringe pumps, guaranteed to be leak free for pressures up to 700 psi.
News from KD Scientific (27 April 2007)
Bob the Builder at the Science Museum
Bob the Builder is live at the Science Museum from Saturday 26th May with a science-based show where young children will experience key elements of the science curriculum.
News from Science Museum (27 April 2007)
European distributor for laser diodes
Photonic Products, the UK opto-electronics device manufacturer and laser diode specialist, has been appointed by Ondax as authorised European distributor for its wavelength stabilised laser diodes. Brochure Available
News from Photonic Products (27 April 2007)
Piezo amplifier for high-force actuators
PI (Physik Instrumente) has introduced the E-481 high-voltage amplifier for piezo actuators, suitable for high-load precision positioning, cavity tuning and high-speed switching etc. Brochure Available
News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (27 April 2007)
Stationary gas mixing system for dairy products
Witt Gas Techniques has supplied their ISO 22000-compliant MG100 stationary gas mixing system to dairies throughout Europe to assist in the production of whipped cream, cream cheese and butter.
News from Witt Gas Techniques (27 April 2007)
Emergency stop push button has rugged shroud
Pilz Automation Technology has launched a version of the PITestop emergency stop push button with a rugged shroud to prevent accidental actuation of the switch.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (27 April 2007)
Rotary actuators offer high performance
The hydraulic cylinder division of Parker Hannifin has launched a range of HTR rack and pinion rotary actuators, designed to improve performance and operational flexibility. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (27 April 2007)
LIN Bus analysis added to digital oscilloscope
Yokogawa Europe has added an analysis function for the LIN Bus to its SignalXplorer DL9000 series of digital oscilloscopes, with analysis results decode display (for CAN and LIN).
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (27 April 2007)
Tow truck for loads up to three tonnes
BT Rolatruc has introduced the high-performance stand-in truck, BT Tow Truck TSE300, for a wide range of towing and order-picking duties with a new steering system called E-man.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Fork lift trucks for long or short moves
BT Rolatruc offers the BT Cargo range with both direct or electronic hydrostatic control systems, for different applications such as long-distance materials handling or frequent pallet placement.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Hand trucks for safe and easy movement of loads
BT Rolatruc has been producing hand trucks since 1948, including the Pro Lifter (LHM230P) with its patented Pro Start technology which requires up to 67 percent less force to start moving.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Fork lift is stacker, pallet truck, and picker
BT Rolatruc supplies the versatile BT Minimover HWE100 fork lift truck, which benefits from a single-column mast, available in two lift heights (1580 and 2000 mm).
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Half a million fork lift trucks
BT Rolatruc, in business for more than 60 years, delivered the its 500,000th fork lift truck to Wincanton in Hungary.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Pallet truck for long distance transportation
BT Rolatruc introduced the LRE200 powered pallet truck for long distance load transportation, and stackers for high-level stacking applications.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
UK materials handling merger
In the UK, Toyota Industrial Equipment Limited and BT Rolatruc Limited are to be merged to create Toyota Material Handling UK, to enhance service to customers and improve business efficiency.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Infrared window maximises inspection
Using patented construction methods, the Hawk IR C-Range window developed by Hawk IR International allows visual and infrared inspection to be completed simultaneously. Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (27 April 2007)
Flow-through conductivity sensors improve accuracy
Invensys Process Systems has introduced the Foxboro FT10 Electrodeless conductivity sensor for high purity measurement in low volume liquid applications.
News from Invensys Process Systems (27 April 2007)
Video metrology systems: a discussion
Technical Background Article William R Gilman, vice president of North American sales for Optical Gaging Products, discusses video metrology systems, used in manufacturing to verify and validate part dimensions.
News from OGP UK (27 April 2007)
Calorimeter for remote monitoring of steam traps
ARI-Armaturen has announced a calorimetric test system, CONA-Control, for the constant remote monitoring of steam traps allowing the early detection of malfunctions. Brochure Available
News from ARI Armaturen (UK) (27 April 2007)
Energy savings with helical bevel geared motors
Siemens Automation and Drives has developed Flender helical bevel geared motors to serve the food and drink industry, offering high efficiency, lower long-term energy costs and easier maintenance.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (27 April 2007)
Possibly the world's smallest rotary switch
EAO, the UK representative of switch and control specialist Grayhill, has announced what may be the world's smallest rotary switch, measuring just 0.3" in diameter. Brochure Available
News from EAO (27 April 2007)
Simple, low-cost method of vibration monitoring
Environmental Equipments has developed the VibeTracker, a small, low-cost device which can be attached to compressors, turbines, fans and motors to provide an alarm when a vibration level is exceeded.
News from Environmental Equipments (27 April 2007)
Flexible rotary indexer increases throughput
Danaher Motion has introduced a rotary indexer, a precise, repeatable and flexible solution that delivers a significant increase in throughput compared to mechanical indexers.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd (27 April 2007)
Linear actuator is ideal for assembly
Schaeffler UK has introduced a linear actuator with a linear ball bearing guideway and ballscrew drive that is ideal for automation, handling, assembly and sheet metal forming applications. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (27 April 2007)
Small, low-cost device to record shock level
Environmental Equipments has developed the ShockTracker, a small, low-cost device that can be attached to items likely to be dropped or banged to record the shock experienced.
News from Environmental Equipments (27 April 2007)
Manual edge-trimming beam assembly for paper
A major paper manufacturer has installed a purpose-built trimming unit from HepcoMotion as manual back-up to the automated edge-trimming machine. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (27 April 2007)
Physical vapour deposition coating in India
Vergason Technology (VTI) has announced the appointment of Leaptech Corporation, based in New Mumbai, as sales and service representative for India.
News from Vergason Technology (27 April 2007)
Smooth, low-pulse positive displacement pumps
Michael Smith Engineers has introduced a range of positive displacement pumps from Viking Pump which transfer fluids with smooth, low-pulse output.
News from Michael Smith Engineers (27 April 2007)
Bi-directional handle for sliding doors
Elesa has announced the Ergostyle ERB flush mount bi-directional handle, a glass reinforced technopolymer handle ideal for sliding doors. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (27 April 2007)
Combined motion control and servo amplifier
Agile Systems has introduced the single axis microMAXR controller, which integrates motion control, servo amplifier, networking capabilities and user I/O.
News from Agile Systems (27 April 2007)
Control system is explosion protection certified
The Yokogawa Electric has released an enhanced version of the Stardom network-based control system with CSA explosion protection certification ideal for oil and gas fields.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (27 April 2007)
European collaborative research development
A report has been submitted to the European Science Foundation outlining how best to develop the Eurocores (European Collaborative Research) scheme in the future.
News from European Science Foundation (27 April 2007)
Comprehensive load testing facility for LOLER
Heyn Engineering Solutions provides a comprehensive load testing facility to customers, with on-line access to their Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) certificates.
News from Heyn Group (27 April 2007)
Acquisition of Irish geared motors and drives
Heyn Engineering (Northern Ireland) has acquired Trandrive, a specialist in geared motors/drives and vacuum lift systems established 30 years ago.
News from Heyn Group (27 April 2007)
Forklift trucks in Northern Ireland
Heyn Fork Truck Solutions was selected to represent the Jungheinrich range of forklift trucks in Northern Ireland.
News from Heyn Group (27 April 2007)
Vertical production grinding centre hard turns
For the production machining of small chucked components of 2-60mm diameter, a vertical pick-up spindle grinding centre performs ID/OD/eccentric grinding and hard turning. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK (27 April 2007)
Materials handling rebranding
The Heyn Group updated its corporate identity in 2006 to a modern 3-coloured visual interpretation of its business, which includes representations of a fork truck and a crane carrying loads.
News from Heyn Group (27 April 2007)
LPG forklift has advantages over electric
The GT Sideloader forklift truck from Combilift has an LPG engine, which means it is capable of negotiating grades that electric models can't, and can be used inside and out on uneven surfaces.
News from Combilift Ltd (27 April 2007)
Multi-directional forklift improves handling
User Application Article A multi-directional forklift truck from Combilift has improved materials handling at the Category 5 Hurricane Shutters Company, providing double-stacking and a long reach.
News from Combilift Ltd (27 April 2007)
Hand trucks named and monitored
User Application Article Each BT Lifter hand truck, from BT Rolatruc, displays a name enabling a diary of their movements and work to be logged.
News from BT Rolatruc (27 April 2007)
Displacement sensors guarantee quality of paper
Technical Background Article Micro-Epsilon (UK) discusses several applications in which paper manufacturers are using the company's displacement sensors to ensure the quality of paper production. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (27 April 2007)
Project management software helps budgets
A robust, but agile, project delivery framework software can be used on IT projects, business change programmes and in all industrial sectors to achieve on-time and in-budget delivery.
News from DSDM Consortium (27 April 2007)
Custom cam switches extend application areas
Switchtec has introduced cam switches rated from 10 to 1600A from Telergon, which are suitable for difficult and complex applications.
News from Switchtec (27 April 2007)
Guide to Atern project management published
A pocket gudebook has been published about Atern, which concentrates on strategic goals and incremental delivery of real business benefits while keeping control of cost, risk and quality.
News from DSDM Consortium (27 April 2007)
Bonded display services debut
GDS Clearview, experts in bonded display services, will be exhibiting at the Society for Information Display (SID) Conference 2007, May 20-25 2007, Long Beach, California.
News from GDS (27 April 2007)
German specialist stocks many angle joints
Mbo Osswald always keeps a large number of angle joints in stock, including the DIN 71802 angle joints which consist of DIN 71805 housings and DIN 71803 ball studs. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (27 April 2007)
Transmission line arrestor avoids disturbances
A transmission line arrester concept provides transmission line protection for disturbance-free system operation by providing lightning protection and switching overvoltage control.
News from ABB Power Technologies (27 April 2007)
Sourcing company expands into Australia
S4S (Sourcing for Success), the Lancashire-based international component, product and services sourcing company has expanded into Australia with headquarters in Perth.
News from S4S (27 April 2007)
School of management completes London Marathon
The Cranfield School of Management's team of London Marathon runners completed the event on Sunday April 22nd, and had to walk an extra 4.5 miles to reach the starting line.
News from Cranfield School of Management (27 April 2007)
Company expands its design centre in Scotland
Plexus UK has expanded its European Design Centre at the Alba Campus in Livingston, Scotland, creating a premises twice the size of their previous space.
News from Plexus Corp UK (27 April 2007)
Energy Event aims at saving costs
The UK's Energy Event 2007 will run a range of seminars and conferences over two days with subject areas including: Gas and power purchasing; Energy management techniques and other topics.
News from Western Business Exhibitions (27 April 2007)
Project helps school to build a racing car
A pilot project designed retrain and retain engineers and engineering companies in the UK's Midlands, has helped schoolchildren to get 'on track' for the Formula Schools competition.
News from MEIRG (27 April 2007)
High speed VMC raises productivity five-fold
User Application Article Looking for a modern vertical machining centre that could improve production of injection moulding tools, a UK company sought one that offered rigidity, high speed machining and technical support. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools (27 April 2007)
Discussing polymers use in aerospace/defense
A conference is designed to bring together the international polymer industry and the defence and aerospace supply chains to discuss new polymer materials, applications and future requirements.
News from Smithers Rapra (27 April 2007)
Customized on-site polymer training offered
Polymer distributor is offering on-site polymer training covering material selection, mould making, the injection moulding processes and examples of moulding applications.
News from Distrupol (27 April 2007)
Data centre service revenues to double
A bi-annual survey of data centres in Europe and Eastern Europe said that service revenues will more than double over the next five years, crossing the EUR 3 billion mark by 2009.
News from BroadGroup (27 April 2007)
Friction welding machine tool orders rise
UK builder of friction welding machines and systems has reported winning seven new contracts to build friction welding machines for manufacturers of drill rods and heavy duty oil pipes.
News from Thompson Friction Welding (27 April 2007)
Industrial adhesives UK distributor appointed
Adhesives supplier Intertronics will become a distributor for Huntsman Advanced Materials' Araldite range of general industrial adhesives.
News from Intertronics (27 April 2007)
Bringing about smarter working practices
To encourage others to do likewise, the Equal Opportunities Commission has signed the Work Wise UK concordat supporting the adoption of new smarter working across the UK.
News from Work Wise UK (27 April 2007)
Solid carbide reamers improve hole quality
Sub-micron solid carbide reamers are designed to produce holes in common steels, stainless steels and hard metals to high levels of geometric accuracy and surface finish. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (27 April 2007)
Double bubble jar for Maltesers new drink
RPC Containers Raunds has designed and manufactured a distinctively shaped new jar for the re-launch of Maltesers Hot Chocolate
News from RPC Containers (27 April 2007)
Asian countries advance in e-readiness rankings
While strong government role promotes the upward adoption of e-readiness in Asian countries, Denmark, the US and Sweden remain on top.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit (27 April 2007)
Flame-retardant resin flows easier
A flame-retardant resin for aircraft interiors offers better flow and ductility than current resins to enable thinner-wall parts with excellent impact strength.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (27 April 2007)
MIG/MAG weld package has reliable wire feeder
Electronically controlled wire feeder supplied with a MIG/MAG welding power source in a welding package for general fabrication work ensures an accurate and stable arc. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (27 April 2007)
Knurl pins fasten soft or thin materials
A range of knurl pins are ideal for making fastenings in soft materials and thin cross sections where their multi-crested design evenly distributes the retention force. Brochure Available
News from Spirol Industries (27 April 2007)
3200kN injection moulder delivered quickly
User Application Article After carrying out maret research for a new injection moulding machine, a moulder selected a 320 tonf model, particularly for the short lead-time to delivery.
News from Sandretto UK (27 April 2007)
Steel prices strengthen but may be temporary
Steel price trends around the world incicate a strengthening in prices, but underlying factors may see this feature as only a temporary phemonemon.
News from MEPS (International) (27 April 2007)
Tell tale tags
New temperature logging tags for product shipment Brochure Available
News from Isatec (27 April 2007)
Strap cutter to help avoid safety issues
Health and safety issues surrounding discarded strap are set to become a thing of the past thanks to the latest innovation from Cambridgeshire-based Cyklop UK .
News from Cyklop UK (27 April 2007)
Esko introduces RotaCut tool for Kongsberg tables
Esko, producer of the leading Kongsberg digital finishing systems for signs and display, will introduce the new Kongsberg table RotaCut Tool at FESPA 2007, Berlin June 5-9, 2007
News from EskoArtwork (27 April 2007)
DS Smith Packaging excels at EFTA 07
DS Smith Packaging received a total of 14 awards at this year's EFTA Print Awards ceremony held on March 21st.
News from DS Smith Packaging (27 April 2007)
Esko software tools boost screen printing quality
Esko and Sefar today announced that Sefar has become a worldwide distributor for selected components of Esko Software Suite 7, to be integrated into Sefar's end-to-end solution
News from EskoArtwork (27 April 2007)
Timestrip teams up with CCL
Smart label innovator Timestrip has teamed up with US giant CCL Label to create a significant new partnership agreement.
News from Timestrip UK (27 April 2007)
Increased data centre space in UK capital
Qube Networks responds to increase in demand for data centre space with further capacity in London
News from Qube Networks (27 April 2007)
Timestrip teams up with CCL
Smart label innovator Timestrip has teamed up with US giant CCL Label to create a significant new partnership agreement.
News from Timestrip UK (27 April 2007)
Blast and shot peen machines are efficient
A comprehensive range of low operation cost, automatic centrifugal wheel type blast cleaning and shot peening machines for surface treatment operations require no special operator training. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (26 April 2007)
Stoppers seal any tube from 12-162mm diameter
Any pipe or tube from 12-162mm diameter can be sealed - for purging during, say, welding - with a recently enlarged range of expandable plugs. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (26 April 2007)
New chair for space science committee
The European Science Foundation (ESF) has announced Professor Jean-Pierre Swings will replace Professor Gerhard Harendel as chair of the European Space Sciences Committee (ESSC).
News from European Science Foundation (26 April 2007)
High impact testing of eyewear and helmets
BSI Product Services has designed a testing rig in their personal protective equipment laboratory for the high-impact testing of protective eyewear and helmets.
News from BSI Product Services (26 April 2007)
Electronic design company expands
Following a doubling of orders, GSPK Design, a specialist electronic design company, has announced a relocation to larger premises on the GSPK Technology Park in North Yorkshire.
News from GSPK Design (26 April 2007)
Metrology firm invests in CAD/CAM company
Renishaw and Delcam have cooperated for many years, share common interests in the fields of engineering and metrology, and worldwide have many common customers, so Renishaw has invested in Delcam. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (26 April 2007)
Job recruitment management gain ISMM Level 5
The UK's largest independent online recruitment network, Jobsgroup.net, reported that sales director, Craig Bines and sales manager Gary Lightfoot have achieved ISMM Level 5.
News from JobsGroup.net (26 April 2007)
Web site details automation availability
A portal Web site for industrial automation a 'one-stop-shop' for the latest information in English on Omron's industrial automation products and services, and their availability around the world.
News from Omron Corp (26 April 2007)
Factory interoperability/collaboration discussed
Keynote Speaker at the Society of Manufacturing Engineer's Annual Conference on Interoperability and 3D Collaboration will be David Prawel, founder and president of Longview Advisors.
News from SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers) (26 April 2007)
Biomedical research services wins Queen's award
Molecular Profiles, provider of research services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and biomedical sectors, has been awarded a Queen's award in the category of innovation.
News from Molecular Profiles (26 April 2007)
Global automotive testing standardisation
The LSIMS (Laboratory Standardisation and Information Management System) integrates Zwick's testing products used in Woodbridge automotive production plants to a central computer system in Canada. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (26 April 2007)
High performance humidity transmitters
Michell Instruments' associated company, Rense, has developed the Probe Connector Series of relative humidity transmitters for accurate, stable and repeatable measurements. Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (26 April 2007)
HMC builder provides technical support
User Application Article When a foundry, more used to batch machining, took on volume production of transmission parts, it sought a machine tool supplier, which could provide technical and fixtures back-up. Brochure Available
News from Heller Machine Tools (26 April 2007)
Variable speed drives in southern England
IDS South has been appointed distributor for ABB Drives in Surrey, Berkshire and south Buckinghamshire, offering sales, service and repairs as well as energy appraisals and drive dimensioning.
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (26 April 2007)
New governing council has single representatives
The European Science Foundation (ESF) governing council has restructured, with single representatives at head of organisation level from each of ESF's member countries.
News from European Science Foundation (26 April 2007)
Testing data management system support
Thermo Fisher Scientific has announced BMC AppSight as customer support for its laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and chromatography data systems (CDS). Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (26 April 2007)
Ethernet test module supports stacked virtual LAN
Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has released software for its FTB-8510G Packet Blazer 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) test module which supports stacked virtual local area networks.
News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering (26 April 2007)
Downdraft extraction benches for racing cars
AirBench, the downdraft extraction bench from WorkPoint, has been supplied to the UK Formula 1 team for composites manufacturing and Mirage Racing who supply model racing cars.
News from WorkPoint Environments (26 April 2007)
Precision encoder to fit where others can't
BEI Industrial Encoders has introduced the L15 incremental encoder, which provides system designers with high-resolution capability in a compact package.
News from BEI Industrial Encoder Division (26 April 2007)
Automation and conveyer systems for all
EWAB Engineering offers automation and conveyer systems to suit a range of industrial, automotive, aerospace, food cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.
News from EWAB Engineering (26 April 2007)
Telescopic conveyor for loading goods into lorries
Caljan Rite-Hite has introduced RollerTrack, a telescopic conveyor used for loading goods into lorries, which is guarded with metal plates to protect workers from the mechanism underneath.
News from Caljan Rite-Hite (26 April 2007)
Contractor receives top safety accreditation
Laidler Associates has received accreditation from SAFEcontractor for the third consecutive year, a programme which recognises very high standards of health and safety practise among contractors. Brochure Available
News from Laidler Associates (26 April 2007)
Association for a standard Ethernet fieldbus
Schneider Electric has upgraded its involvement in the Open Device Vendors Association (ODVA) to become a principal member of the board, and aims to deliver a standard, unmodified Ethernet fieldbus.
News from Schneider Electric (26 April 2007)
Intelligent analysis in automotive assembly
Bosch Rexroth has entered an agreement to use Sciemetric's SigPOD Press test platform to incorporate advanced manufacturing intelligence capabilities into its PE-110 DC Press-fit system.
News from Sciemetric Instruments (26 April 2007)
Die bonders for speed and high precision
Kulicke and Soffa Industries has introduced two die bonders: the Easyline E8202 for greater speed and throughput, and the Easyline E8202P for high precision +/-25um accuracy die bonding.
News from Kulicke and Soffa Industries (26 April 2007)
General engineer to high precision specialist
After a management buy out three years ago, Barker Collins Engineering in Sheffield has been transformed from jobbing general engineers into highly specialised precision engineers.
News from Barker Collins Engineering (26 April 2007)
Refurbishment programme for multi-auto lathes
Rodmatic Multico of Reading has contracted Machine Tool Spares to overhaul and refurbish its 37 Wickman multi-spindle automatic lathes, resulting in savings on cycle time.
News from Rodmatic (26 April 2007)
Model manager used for packaging systems
User Application Article OneSpace Modeling improves design processes, produces more accurate designs and cuts errors
News from CoCreate Software (26 April 2007)
Retail planning and forecasting
User Application Article Enabler Wipro provides JD Sports with improved merchandise planning and forecasting capabilities
News from Enabler Wipro (26 April 2007)
Partnership benefits Pro/Engineer users
Partnership satisfies growth in Engineer-to-order (ETO) markets and satisfies requirement for associated consulting and services within the PTC Pro/Engineer community
News from RuleStream Corp (26 April 2007)
Fluid flow and heat transfer prototyping
CFdesign provides digital prototyping platform for companies planning to use Inventor 2008
News from Blue Ridge Numerics (26 April 2007)
Rapid plastic product development
Rapidly create product designs using VX free form surface tools and hybrid modeling engine
News from VX Corporation (26 April 2007)
SAP integrated EDI solution for Siemens
User Application Article With spectrum 3, Siemens receives orders electronically and translates them to EDIFACT format for sending on to the SAP back office system.
News from Freeway Commerce (26 April 2007)
Training book for SolidWorks
Learn how to customise SolidWorks for greater productivity with new hands-on guide from Sheet Metal Guy
News from Sheet Metal Guy (26 April 2007)
Real time verification at point of sale
Point of sale software integration with customer verification database
News from Epicor (26 April 2007)
Data acquisition system passes environmental test
Remote control and data acquisition system tested to withstand use in unheated and un-air conditioned enclosures
News from Moore Industries International (26 April 2007)
Efficiency improvements at Nissan with UGS
User Application Article Nissan to extend common design platform using UGS digital product development system
News from Siemens PLM Software (26 April 2007)
Electrical products maker appoints sales director
UK manufacturer of standard, specialist and custom made capacitors, interference suppressors, chokes and inductors has appointed Duncan McKay sales and marketing director.
News from Ampohm Wound Products (26 April 2007)
Italian machine tool Q1 2007 orders rise
Improving domestic manufacturing market trends and positive growth in overseas orders has generated a 26% increase in the Italian index of machine tool orders in 2007, first quarter.
News from UCIMU (26 April 2007)
CNC universal miller offers high performance
Said to be highly economical for machining small batch sizes down to one-offs, the price to performance ratio of a CNC universal milling machine is quite exceptional.
News from DMG (UK) (26 April 2007)
Compact HMC is more stable and accurate
Believed to be the most stable machine in its 'compact' class, a horizontal machining centre is setting new standards of accuracy, surface quality and productivity.
News from DMG (UK) (26 April 2007)
Film transfer imaging to build hearing aid shells
User Application Article Film transfer imaging is to be used to produce a compact, fast, low-cost hearing aid manufacturing system, which can build high quality 3D hearing aid shells within hours.
News from 3D Systems Europe (26 April 2007)
CAM halves 5-axis machining cycle times
User Application Article An aerospace CNC machine shop has found that using a CAM system to program its 5-axis machining centre has halved cycle times on a family of four aircraft parts while improving surface finishes. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (26 April 2007)
'Work Wise UK' campaign raises productivity
A British Chamber of Commerce report shows that the Work Wise UK campaign is having an effect with many businesses seeing significant improvements in productivity and employee relations.
News from Work Wise UK (26 April 2007)
Russian thermoplastics market grew 15%,
2006 In spite of the Russian market growing by 15% to nearly 3.3 million tonnes in 2006, the market is still hugely underdeveloped compared with the rest of Europe.
News from Applied Market Information (26 April 2007)
Valves dispense micro-dots in all viscosities
A range of dispensing valves achieve micro to medium applications of low to high viscosity materials such as cyanoacrylates, reagents, UV adhesives, glues and other volatile substances.
News from Intertronics (26 April 2007)
Manufacturing companies improve local training
Over 20 manufacturing companies from the Plymouth, UK area are now working closely with local schools, colleges, universities as part of a new initiative to improve local training.
News from Barden Corporation (26 April 2007)
Chlorinated solvents can kill
The safe handling of any potential harmful substance is paramount and responsible companies ensure operators are well trained in product use and ensure safety information is understood. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe (26 April 2007)
Advanced PVD raises tooling performance
The deposition of hard metal-oxide coatings at coating temperatures below 600 deg C allows conventional hard layers can be combined with hard metal oxides to produce high performance tools.
News from Oerlikon Balzers Coating (26 April 2007)
Control systems integrator, moves site
Control systems integrator, Transicon, has enlarged its operations by moving its headquarters to Cherwell Enterprise Park after outgrowing its previous site.
News from Transicon (26 April 2007)
Grinding fluid works with plastics too
A cutting fluid originally formulated for the grinding of metals has also proven to be suitable for grinding plastics where accuracy and smooth finish are required.
News from Master Chemical Europe (26 April 2007)
Human 'capital' risks threaten manufacturing
Human 'capital' risks are seen by a report as the most significant threat companies face, yet few firms have effective practices in place to mange the threat.
News from Economist Intelligence Unit (26 April 2007)
Register on-line for USA fabrication show
The 2007 FABTECH International and AWS Welding Show is North America's largest metal forming, fabricating and welding event with nearly 900 companies present.
News from Fabricators and Manufacturers Association Intl (26 April 2007)
UK manufacturing output - and inflation - are up
Although UK manufacturing output is at its strongest for almost three years manufacturing firms report highest factory gate price inflation for just over two years.
News from PKF Accountants & Business Advisers (26 April 2007)
Heavy duty lathe is rated at 45kW
A heavy-duty 45kW, CNC chucking lathe, able to machine 2.5 tonne components in excess of 1m in diameter over the bed by 3m length, has a 7.5kW power driven tooling turret.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (26 April 2007)
Machine vision in manufacturing reviewed
UK conference will discuss where do manufacturers start when they want to find out about vision and how can existing users be sure that their technology is up to date?
News from Europa Science (26 April 2007)
CAD/CAM firm accepts metrology company offer
CAD/CAM software company, Delcam, has reported that its shareholders have voted to accept an investment of around GBP 6.1 million from metrology equipment manufacturing company, Renishaw. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (26 April 2007)
Reliable parting-off tools up turning confidence
User Application Article Confidence in reliably parting-off thousands of components in CNC sliding head lathes has risen by changing to parting-off tooling with a double 'V' clamping design at a subcontract machining company.
News from Floyd Automatic Tooling (26 April 2007)
CAD/CAM ups programming times 20-40%
User Application Article Formula One engineer reported improved programming times of between 20-40%, while adding a 34% productivity improvement to machine cycle time at a recent Open Mind seminar.
News from Open Mind Technologies UK (26 April 2007)
Employers should not pay to stop smoking
That UK employers should have to pay for its employees to attend 'stop-smoking clinics' in work hours will be found to be completely impractical and of no benefit.
News from Forum of Private Business (26 April 2007)
Tri-Star environmental incentive
Tri-Star, one of the leading food packaging solution providers, will be waving the environmental green flag this Spring.
News from TriStar (26 April 2007)
Sealed Air to impact in sports
Sealed Air is to target those involved in manufacturing sports equipment, with its unique tear resistant, versatile and resilient Cryovac IMPACT film. Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (26 April 2007)
Pneu-Power for 101 extraction and Conveying
The Beckair Pneu-Power is a bladeless, motorless fan which provides either powerful vacuum or powerful flow for extracting and conveying all kinds of materials.
News from Beckair (26 April 2007)
Sleeves for Bayer garden
To provide user-friendly packaging for consumers with greater on-shelf appeal, the packs for the latest range of garden products from Bayer Garden, including five variants in trigger sprays
News from Decorative Sleeves (26 April 2007)
Recovinyl urge use of recycled PVC
Recovinyl is urging major retailers to stock products containing recycled PVC material amid general growing consumer awareness and support for sustainability and environmental issues
News from Axion Recycling (26 April 2007)
Boxes Prestige Irish coup
Boxes Prestige has created a new range of luxury cartons for leading Irish gourmet chocolate supplier Danucci.
News from Boxes Prestige (26 April 2007)
Lightning Packaging open day
Lightning Packaging have celebrated their continued business success with an Open Day for clients and suppliers, at which they demonstrated recent developments in packaging materials and equipment.
News from Lightning Packaging Supplies (26 April 2007)
Materials handling firm gets environmental award
Danish materials handling manufacturer, Logitrans has received a diploma for extraordinary environmental work from the Environmental Network of the county of Ribe.
News from Logitrans UK (26 April 2007)
Chemical analysis and process control training
Metrohm will be hosting two half-day technical seminars entitled "Chemical Analysis and Process Control on-line or at-line" on the 22nd of May in Leeds and on the 24th of May in Birmingham. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (25 April 2007)
Miniature linear motor for pick-and-place systems
Copley Controls has introduced the ServoTube small-silhouette STB11 linear motor, a miniature direct-drive linear motor which reduces space requirements in pick-and-place systems.
News from Copley Controls Corp (25 April 2007)
Modular system and actuators for diabetics
Bosch Rexroth has supplied the Northern Ireland Regional Medical Physics Department with aluminium components and linear ballscrew actuators to build mobile diabetic retinopathy-screening units.
News from Bosch Rexroth (25 April 2007)
Single person wire and cable continuity testing
Extech Instruments, a major supplier of test and measurement equipment for the industrial marketplace, will showcase the CT20 Continuity Tester Pro for single person wire and cable continuity testing.
News from Extech Instruments (25 April 2007)
Tiny belt conveyors for small parts
Automation Supplies has announced its family of small belt conveyors based on motorised conveyor rollers with an aluminium profile frame, suitable for small parts and light duty transport.
News from Automation Supplies (25 April 2007)
Servo amplifier in powder dispensing applications
Newton Tesla has used Mitsubishi MR-J3 servo amplifiers and motors to achieve dispensing accuracies of 0.1g on a 200g weight in powder dispensing applications.
News from Newton Tesla (Electric Drives) (25 April 2007)
Measuring light screens deliver accuracy
Banner Engineering has introduced the A-Gage Ez-Array two-piece measuring light screens for high accuracy monitoring and inspection in tough applications.
News from Banner Engineering (25 April 2007)
Mobile crane training school established
Liebherr GB has established a fully accredited CPCS training school at its UK headquarters in Bedfordshire to teach the safe use of cranes
News from Liebherr-Great Britain (25 April 2007)
Materials handling machines exhibited
Liebherr-Great Britain will be exhibiting three materials handling machines designed and built for municipal and commercial waste management and landfill operations at the CIWM, Torbay.
News from Liebherr-Great Britain (25 April 2007)
Harbour mobile cranes globally successful
During the past year Liebherr GB has delivered 53 harbour mobile cranes worldwide, including eight to Great Britain and six to Algeria.
News from Liebherr-Great Britain (25 April 2007)
Maritime container handling for more space
Liebherr has introduced the Reachstacker LRS 645 for maritime container handling, designed to lift containers of 45 metric tons up to stacks of six containers in the first row.
News from Liebherr-Great Britain (25 April 2007)
Vacancies: development engineers and sales
Autoscribe, a LIMS, business and scientific software solution company, has vacancies for development engineers and sales professionals. Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (25 April 2007)
Show of integrated contract development services
Invetech, an international specialist in instrument development and custom automation, will be exhibiting its complete integrated contract development and manufacturing services at the AACC meeting. Brochure Available
News from Invetech (25 April 2007)
Automation and instrumentation win Queen's awards
Several automation and instrumentation companies have won a Queen's Award for Enterprise, the UK's most prestigious annual accolade for business success.
News from Queen's Awards Office (25 April 2007)
Retail point of use staff training programme
Copia's new POS-based performance Training and Support Tool brings e-learning directly to the point of use
News from Copia (25 April 2007)
Polypipe invests in EDI software
User Application Article EDI system to streamline invoicing and ordering whilst integrating directly with new ERP system
News from Freeway Commerce (25 April 2007)
MBO strategy focuses on tailored market products
Lakeview software now offers ERP software tailored exactly to market requirements
News from Lakeview Computers (25 April 2007)
Modbus enabled wireless device server
Industrial server offers modbus master capability with wireless networking
News from Elpro Technologies (25 April 2007)
Near field communications for normal phones
Small NFC enabler can turn normal telephones into NFC capable hardware
News from Tracient Technologies (25 April 2007)
Autoscribe to distribute LIMS in India
Authorised distributor in India to supply Matrix Gemini to growing market Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (25 April 2007)
Intelligent connection for remote desktops
ZXTM VDB provides secure remote access to desktops that are running in virtual environments such as VMware's ESX Server or Microsoft's Virtual Server
News from Zeus Technology (25 April 2007)
Report reveals lack of BI foresight
Technical Background Article Strategic performance report claims that many institutions are centred around existing performance rather than using business intelligence for future growth
News from Actuate (25 April 2007)
Mid-band ethernet for SMEs
RAD data communications exhibits VPN and VoIP access device designed for smaller businesses
News from RAD Data Communications (25 April 2007)
Technology focus at Retail Solutions
Retail Solutions gathers big names in the retail industry to reveal the scope of technology deployment
News from Retail Solutions (25 April 2007)
Vista certification for Autovue
AutoVue enables Vista to use information outside of traditional Office formats allowing users to view, review and share documents with ease
News from Cimmetry Systems (25 April 2007)
Standard reports with business intelligence
Epicor iScala Hospitality uses XML Web services to integrate seamlessly with MICROS-Fidelio and other POS/PMS vendors
News from Epicor (25 April 2007)
New branding extended to product range
New name highlights software's ability to enable organisations to manage and share their technical information across the enterprise
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (25 April 2007)
Organisation and workforce software improvements
Intelligent organisational charting and workforce planning software takes on change management in new version
News from HumanConcepts UK (25 April 2007)
SAP and IBM partnership expanded
SAP and IBM expand partnership into Europe and the Asia-Pacific region to satisfy demand for SAP All-in-one in these regions
News from SAP (25 April 2007)
SAP to support growth at Savvis
User Application Article Savvis consolidates diverse systems by deploying SAP CRM, ERP and professional services
News from SAP (25 April 2007)
Patent agreement for Samsung and Microsoft
Samsung to access Microsoft patents for use in its existing and future product ranges
News from Microsoft (25 April 2007)
Exchange Server 2007 free trial offer
Experience the new unified messaging capabilities, built-in protection technologies and operational efficiencies of Exchange Server 2007 with free trial
News from Microsoft (25 April 2007)
Chair of the social sciences appointment
The European Science Foundation has appointed Professor Sir Roderick Floud from the London Metropolitan University as Chair of the Standing Committee for the Social Sciences.
News from European Science Foundation (25 April 2007)
UK machinery safety company 20 years old
Pilz Automation Technology, a leading UK supplier of products and services for machinery safety, has celebrated twenty years in business.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (25 April 2007)
Queen's award for radio-transmission probe
Renishaw has been awarded a Queen's award for the development of a radio-transmission spindle probe system, the RMP60 and RMI, used on CNC machine tools. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (25 April 2007)
Powder rheometer wins Queen's award
Freeman Technology has announced that the company is to receive the Queen's Award for Enterprise 2007 for the development, commercialisation and sales success of the company's FT4 powder rheometer.
News from Freeman Technology (25 April 2007)
Fast streaming for digitizer or AWG PCI cards
Strategic Test has published an application note for continuous gap-free streaming of up to 200 MBytes per second from hard disks when using a digitiser or AWG PCI cards.
News from Strategic Test (25 April 2007)
Shakers for modal analysis of vibration
Calibration Dynamics has announced a broad range of shakers for the modal analysis of vibration with frequencies from DC to 10 kHz bandwidth and force ranges up to 1115 N (peak).
News from Calibration Dynamics (25 April 2007)
Powerful digital readout system at low cost
Measurement and control specialist ACI (UK) has announced the one-/two-/three-axis Anilam Wizard 411 digital readout (DRO) system, an entry-level DRO with powerful functionality.
News from ACI (UK) (25 April 2007)
Hazardous area safety courses unveiled
A series of seminars for the UK, Europe and Middle East, called 'HazardEx In The Regions', will give delegates an update into the ATEX and DSEAR directives.
News from IML Events (25 April 2007)
'Gentle and easy' centrifugation and preparation
Eppendorf has launched a promotion featuring special 5702/5702 R centrifuge bonus packs, which combine gentle treatment of sensitive clinical samples with outstanding ease of use. Brochure Available
News from Eppendorf UK (25 April 2007)
Machine-vision colour inspection accelerated
Multipix Imaging has introduced the Grablink Quickpack CFA, a high-performance image acquisition and pre-processing board dedicated to area-scan colour inspection. Brochure Available
News from Multipix Imaging (25 April 2007)
Static control systems distributed from Slovakia
Meech International has named Slovakia-based Kasi as distributor of its static control systems in Central Europe. Brochure Available
News from Meech International (25 April 2007)
Spanish branch becomes member of the CB Scheme
SGS Tecnos, the Spanish branch of SGS, has been accepted as a CB laboratory to test electrical and electronic products in four categories. Brochure Available
News from SGS (25 April 2007)
Encoder with minute disc for tough applications
SICK (UK) has released the SKS/SKM36 standalone encoder, an optical encoder utilising the company's MiniDisc (MiDi) technology which allows a very small code disc.
News from Sick (UK) (25 April 2007)
Medical engineer signs deal with French tester
Medical Engineering Technologies has signed a distribution deal with Protomed, based within the Faculty of Medicine in the University of Marseille, France, for medical device testing services.
News from MET (25 April 2007)
Smooth dispensing for Ultra Skincare
Ultra Skincare has selected the Airless Dispenser from Rieke Packaging Systems Englass for the launch of a new 50ml size of its Ultra Shave premium quality shaving system.
News from Rieke Packaging Systems Englass (25 April 2007)
New horseshoe tab system
The latest "horseshoe tab" tear tape system from Payne provides consumers and brand owners with enhanced easy opening access to their products. Brochure Available
News from Payne Security (25 April 2007)
Paint primers add protection for locomotives
User Application Article In restoring a 1940s steam locomotive, an anti corrosive primer will give excellent protection to ferrous and non-ferrous surfaces, while a pack etch primer is used on galvanised surfaces.
News from Firwood Paints Ltd (25 April 2007)
Work holding developments explained for machining
A one day seminar intended to help machine tool users save money will cover workholding innovations, including 5-axis clamping and zero point mounting. Brochure Available
News from Roemheld UK (25 April 2007)
Synthetic grinding fluid meets H and S criteria
A grinding synthetic cutting fluid does not use formaldehyde donor biocide and meets even the most strict health and safety criteria, while offering even better ferrous corrosion protection.
News from Master Chemical Europe (25 April 2007)
British Turntable appoints board member
Tim Entwistle has been appointed to the board of British Turntable Co to oversee operations activities, including production and project management and purchasing.
News from British Turntable Co (25 April 2007)
EMI shielding plastics manufacture expanded
GE Plastics has expanded its manufacturing capability for EMI shielding materials for electronics applications into the Pacific Region at its Moka, Japan, plant.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (25 April 2007)
Conference updates on rapid manufacturing/tooling
Hundreds of specialists in rapid tooling and manufacturing, as well as 3D scanning, modeling, and printing, are using the RAPID exposition as a platform to launch products and showcase future trends.
News from SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers) (25 April 2007)
Hollow spindle CNC lathe is precise
User Application Article Manufacturer of oilfield directional drilling equipment has added on a hollow spindle, flat-bed CNC lathe for final internal and external machining of downhole drilling assemblies.
News from Dean, Smith and Grace (25 April 2007)
Localised fume extractor is portable
Portable, table-top extraction units remove localised fumes to create a better working environment and can be moved from work-station to work-station.
News from Solbraze (25 April 2007)
New FAS SPrint at Total
Automated Packaging cordially invites you to attend a new product launch on stand 4626 at TOTAL 2007, where we can offer some light refreshments and present the new FAS SPrint bagging system. Brochure Available
News from Automated Packaging Systems (25 April 2007)
Printronix enters RFID printer applicator market
RFID print-and-apply market leader Printronix launches the SLPA8000r bar code and RFID label printer applicator in Europe and selects technology integration partners
News from Printronix (25 April 2007)
Kuka Robotics sponsors winners
KUKA Robotics Corporation has announced that the Oak Park Knights 1216 of Oak Park, Michigan sponsored by KUKA Robotics recently won the San Diego regional competition Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (25 April 2007)
New sorbent introduced for enhanced shelf life
Multisorb Technologies, a global leader in cutting-edge active packaging technologies, will highlight three new sorbent solutions at INTERPHEX 2007
News from Multisorb Technologies (25 April 2007)
Bosch at Total with racer
Matt Jackson, British Touring Car Championship driver will be on the stand At Total Processing and Packaging 2007 for Bosch Rexroth and Bosch Packaging Services
News from Bosch Rexroth (25 April 2007)
XSYS Print and partners at LabelExpo Americas
XSYS Print Solutions, Flint Group Printing Plates, and Jetrion together form a formidable partnership of independent divisions within the Flint Group serving the narrow-web print industry
News from Xsys Print Solutions (25 April 2007)
UK machine tool exporter gains award
For its export of CNC lathes, machining centres and multi-tasking machine tools - sales 82% of turnover - Yamazaki Mazak UK has gained the prestigious Queen's Award for Enterprise. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (25 April 2007)
TNA will display three machines at Total
tna Displays robag 3 Baggers and roflo Distribution System at Total Show 15-18 May 2007 at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, UK, Stand # 5631, Hall 5 BIRMINGHAM, UK (15-18 May 2007)
News from TNA Europe (25 April 2007)
Integrity Seal System reduces film packaging waste
There is a growing trend in encouraging organisations to reduce the amount of packaging associated with their products
News from Ceetak (25 April 2007)
Comcast selects SAP HR solution
User Application Article Comcast has selected SAP to optimise HCM business processes for the company's growing employee base of approximately 90,000 people
News from SAP (25 April 2007)
Improved business performance deliver for CFOs
SAP Business Profitability Managemen to transform the finance function to being a strategic business advisor
News from SAP (25 April 2007)
Coupling design locks up fasteners
Instead of using nylon inserts or crimping the screw threads, fasteners use a simple coupling mechanism that acts as the positive stopping force to prevent nut loosening.
News from Phil-Lok Fastener (24 April 2007)
Comparing incremental and one step simulation
It is important to understand the difference between the two ncremental and one step simulation calculation methods and to understand when it is appropriate to use each sheet metal forming method.
News from StampingSimulation.com (24 April 2007)
Accurate spray targetting cleans parts efficiently
A high quality, parts washer, for use in the pharmaceutical and medical fields uses an innovative spray technique to offer the perfect cleaning, employing high impact accurate spray targeting.
News from Suncombe (24 April 2007)
Do not fall foul of incompetent utility companies
Beware of incompetent utility companies, warns the UK's Forum of Private Business, which said that SMEs could be left with a bill for thousands of pounds.
News from Forum of Private Business (24 April 2007)
Fast connect for instrumentation and test devices
The Peak Group has introduced the G12 Mass InterConnect which offers a low-profile solution for rapid connectivity between instrumentation and devices under test.
News from Peak Production Equipment (24 April 2007)
Sliding-head lathe ups mill-turning productivity
User Application Article Sliding-head mill-turning centres with high pressure coolant, supplied by Star Micronics, have boosted productivity by 30 per cent at DKW Engineering.
News from Star Micronics GB (24 April 2007)
Training days for users of rotational rheometers
Malvern Instruments will be running three one-day courses suitable for new and existing users of rotational rheometers at its UK headquarters in Malvern, Worcestershire.
News from Malvern Instruments (24 April 2007)
Logisticians debate environmental issues
SCALA Consulting is holding the 2007 SCALA Annual Logistics Debate with the theme "Will Environmental Issues Force Logistics Operators to Think the Unthinkable?" at Wroxall Abbey near Coventry.
News from Scala Consulting (24 April 2007)
Analysis of PFCs at very low concentrations
Waters has announced a research agreement with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop trace level analytical methods for detecting perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) in soil and water.
News from Waters (24 April 2007)
USB and PCI boards are ready for operating system
Measurement Computing has announced new drivers and upgrades to its for Universal Library for Windows Vista, providing engineers and technicians with programming compatibility.
News from Measurement Computing (24 April 2007)
Analyser provides exact measurements of biodiesel
Aspectrics has introduced an application note demonstrating the ability of its MultiComponent 2750 EP-NIR analyser to provide accurate measurements of biodiesel in B0 to B100 diesel blends. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (24 April 2007)
Quality of scientific peer reviews must be raised
A report published by the European Science Foundation (ESF) has questioned whether peer review is able to meet the challenges posed by the rapid changes in the research landscape.
News from European Science Foundation (24 April 2007)
Kitemark scheme for road traffic signs
BSI has announced a Kitemark scheme for road traffic signs, which helps manufacturers choose safe, quality products and comply with European Legislation EN12899-1.
News from BSI Product Services (24 April 2007)
Contracting company completes demolition project
User Application Article Dallas Contracting, a demolition, concrete crushing and salvage contracting company, recently completed the surgical demolition of part of a high school in New Jersey.
News from Dallas Contracting (24 April 2007)
Outsourced engineering company facility in France
The Modern Engineering group, an outsourced industrial engineering company, has opened a facility at the Metrotech technology park, Saint-Etienne, France.
News from French Technology Press Office (24 April 2007)
Injector and ejector handle for AdvancedTCA
Elma Electronic AG has launched an injector and ejector handle for AdvancedTCA boards, ensuring fast and reliable exchange during hot-swap.
News from Elma Electronic UK (24 April 2007)
Surface preparation equipment expands in Poland
Surface preparation and finishing equipment specialist, Wheelabrator Group, plan to open a 7 million euro manufacturing facility in Wrzesnia, near Poznan, Poland by the end of 2007. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (24 April 2007)
Innovation and design excellence to be rewarded
The Cranfield School of Management, in partnership with Eureka and New Electronics, has requested entries for their Innovation and Design Excellence Awards; the closing date is May 31st.
News from Cranfield School of Management (24 April 2007)
New branding for CNC turning and machining company
AEL (Dorset), a high quality precision engineering company, has seen three years of continuous growth and has created a new branding - as Arterial UK - to better reflect the business. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Company expands into bespoke pressings
Brunel, traditionally a producer of locks, hinges and handles, has decided to expand into markets that require bespoke pressings, zinc diecastings and composite assemblies. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Taking the risk out of sourcing from Asia
Euro Direct International (EDI) (Stand H6) has signed a deal with a Chinese company to supply parts for UK car and truck makers until 2009. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Medical electronics from Brittany
Brittany-based Asica, has developed capabilities as a high performance designer and manufacturer of electronic systems, with around 38 percent of its turnover in the medical sector. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Folding and welding services
The Laser Cutting Co in Sheffield offers a flat and tubular component cutting service, with added value offerings in folding and welding services. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Aluminium impact extrusion company set to grow
Gilmour Extrusion, a aluminium impact extrusion company, is planning for growth, expansion and investment in new machine tools. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Cast iron or aluminium parts from Eastern Europe
Guss-Ex , Stand F18, sources cast iron or aluminium components from foundries in Poland and Eastern Europe, and can play an active role in product development. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Success from quality and environmental standards
IMSM (Stand F35) specialises in the effective introduction of management systems for small to medium-sized business enterprises, leading to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Five-axis machining for industry
Precision Engineering Components, a CNC precision milled and turned component producer, specialises in five-axis machining. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Major cost reductions on machined parts
Shakespeare International has expanded its offshore sourcing operations with facilities in China and Taiwan, offering customers savings on machined component costs. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Die casting and CNC machining from Scotland
Carlton Die Castings, a Scottish die casting and CNC machining specialist, provides quality and service to ensure that castings arrive on time every time with no rejects. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
Durable surface finishes cut friction and galling
Tecan will be exhibiting the TECfin anti-friction range of high-performance PTFE-impregnated finishes, designed to alleviate the abrasion and galling caused by day-to-day metal-to-metal contact. Brochure Available
News from Subcon (24 April 2007)
New hosting service receives good response
Supanet Hosting has reduced the prices of its portfolio of services, making web hosting available to more people in the UK
News from Supanet (24 April 2007)
Etherbus power over ethernet range
Etherbus ideal for industrial applications where consistent performance and long-term reliability are a must Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (24 April 2007)
High performance 4U server with 4 cores
Kontron KISS-4U server is powered by two dual core 64-bit server processors with a front side bus speed of up to 1.333 GHz
News from Kontron UK (24 April 2007)
Full IT service offering for Innospec chemicals
User Application Article Getronics outsourced IT service management to provide scalable IT growth in line with Innospec's expansion
News from Getronics (24 April 2007)
Back office integration supplied by Wesupply
User Application Article Atchison Topeka adopts Wesupply's OneTime technology to translates the exchange of key transactions such as Sales Order, Stock Movement, Stock Update, and Despatch/Picking Confirmation Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com (24 April 2007)
Theorem translators exhibited at UGS event
Theorem Process Manager to be shown at UGS event, enabling users to save time and money through the automation, control and management of their computing processes
News from Theorem Solutions (24 April 2007)
CRM helos capitalise on new business opportunities
User Application Article Work-force productivity to be improved through the automation of the entire sales process and providing employees with easy access to real-time information at South African Broadcasting Corporation
News from Microsoft Dynamics (24 April 2007)
Recruitment site nominated in UK business awards
In the UK, JobsGroup.net has received a nomination for the AXA Small to Medium Sized Business of the Year Award and the Orange Best Use of Technology in Business Award.
News from JobsGroup.net (24 April 2007)
Sealed cleaning systems use chlorinated solvents
Sealed, top-loading chlorinated solvent cleaning machines - routinely used in some EU countries - can be used safely, with no risk to operators and they also minimise solvent consumption.
News from IB Industries (24 April 2007)
Tooling allows precise high speed bore turning
For turning internal diameters from 0.7mm a tooling system has a wide range of dimensions for boring (with or without chip breaker), copying, threading, grooving, chamfering and axial plunging.
News from Floyd Automatic Tooling (24 April 2007)
UK mechanical power press exports rise
For automated production lines, three 60kN friction clutch high speed mechanical bench presses are to be supplied to Egypt as a repeat order by a UK company reporting increase in export orders.
News from Worcester Presses (24 April 2007)
Energy management company reduces CO2 emissions
Through renewable and energy efficient power generation and management, a UK company has helped organisations reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 20 million tonnes.
News from ENER.G (24 April 2007)
Large HMC selected for fast cycle times, torque
For machining large parts of up to 1m size, a horizontal machining centre was chosen for its large capacity, high torque, fast cycle times, easy and quick set up and reliability. Brochure Available
News from Heller Machine Tools (24 April 2007)
USA fastener show registrations climb
Organisers of the USA's 27th Annual National Industrial Fastener Show/East report exhibition space sales are up 16% over last year's event and advance registrations are 15% ahead.
News from National Industrial Fastener Show (24 April 2007)
De-ionisation increases EDM resin life up to 30%
A de-ionisation service for wire EDM machine users maximises resin life by up to 30% and ensures that 100% of a customer's resin is able to be accessed and utilised in the EDM process.
News from Agie Charmilles (24 April 2007)
Check plating bath cyanide at-line
Waste Water Analyzer is designed to 'bridge the gap' between the plating process and the laboratory by carrying out an analysis on cyanide content on-line to maintain quality. Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (24 April 2007)
Complete wire rolling process simulated
Wire rolling software supports the effective design of wire rolling tools and the finite element simulation of the complete wire rolling process.
News from Data M Software (24 April 2007)
Bespoke industrial computers fully configured
Industrial Computers manufactures bespoke computers that are fully configured and integrated by the company for clients in a range of industries.
News from Industrial Computers (24 April 2007)
Microwave moisture measurement in pressed boards
User Application Article Tews Elektronik has produced a range microwave moisture measuring systems for use in all stages of the production of pressed board products such as MDF.
News from Tews Elektronik (24 April 2007)
Vision sensor systems for Indian automation
Oxford Sensor Technology (OST), a specialist in vision sensor systems for robot guidance, inspection and welding applications has appointed Tespa Tool as distributor in India.
News from Oxford Sensor Technology (24 April 2007)
Two tier archive facility for Dagenham warehouse
User Application Article Linpac Storage Systems has installed a two tier archive facility in CSM Archive Storage and Distribution's purpose-built warehouse in Dagenham, UK.
News from LINPAC Storage Systems (24 April 2007)
Two packs of reagent for free calibration
Hach Lange is offering a free calibration of their spectrophotometers (models DR2000, DR2010, DR2400 and DR2500) with each purchase of two packs of high quality reagent.
News from Hach Lange (24 April 2007)
Noise measurement kits for safety officers
Cirrus Research has combined the doseBadge personal noise dosemeter with a sound level meter to provide a noise measurement kit which enables users to undertake thorough noise risk assessments.
News from Cirrus Research (24 April 2007)
Safety light curtains for machine guarding
Omron Scientific Technologies has introduced the MiniSafe MS4800 series of safety light curtains for simple or complex machine guarding applications.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (24 April 2007)
The importance of earth or ground bond testing
Technical Background Article John Barnett of Clare Instruments discusses developments in earth bond testing, and explains its role in the electrical safety testing of products. Brochure Available
News from Clare Instruments (24 April 2007)
Student automotive engineers compete to build cars
Corus, the international metals company, will be supporting the next generation of automotive engineers from the Universities of Birmingham, Warwick and Delft in the 2007 Formula Student competition. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (24 April 2007)
Non-contact, 3D asphere measurement
Zygo has introduced the third high end Fizeau interferometer in the Verifire Series, a complete system for measuring rotationally symmetric aspheres. Brochure Available
News from Lambda Photometrics (24 April 2007)
Multiple sensing and monitoring in oil tanks
Parker Hannifin has introduced the SensoControl OilTankController (SCOTC) which offers multiple sensing and monitoring options for hydraulic and lubricating oil tanks. Brochure Available