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Sunday 29 April
to Saturday 5 May 2007

Korean materials handling firm at huge exhibition

Hyundai Heavy Industries exhibited 35 machines from forklift trucks through wheel loaders, mini and wheeled excavators to crawler excavators at Bauma 2007.

News from HYUNDAI HEAVY INDUSTRIES EUROPE ( 4 May 2007)

Multi-junction pulsed laser diodes

Laser Components has introduced a range of multi-junction pulsed laser diodes - from 12W to 210W, to meet growing demand.

News from Laser Components (UK) ( 4 May 2007)

Exhibition of performance fabrics and filters

Donaldson Membranes will be exhibiting performance fabrics, industrial filtration products and Tetratex fabrics at Techtextil, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 12th-14th June 2007.

News from Donaldson Membranes ( 4 May 2007)

Mass market managed hosting

Co-location and managed services now available for a wider business audience at reasonable prices

News from Qube Networks ( 4 May 2007)

Ultra rugged USB flash memory

Flash Survivor is water-resistant with a tough shock proof casing to safely store information in the most demanding environments

News from Corsair ( 4 May 2007)

New chief operating officer at Opalis

Industry leader recruited to drive the IT process automation business at Opalis.

News from Opalis ( 4 May 2007)

CoCreate recognises leaders in innovative design

Design Competition celebrates innovation in product development

News from CoCreate Software ( 4 May 2007)

Latest CAD Interoperability Software

Catia V5 R17 support added to TransMagic's CAD interoperability software

News from TransMagic ( 4 May 2007)

Enhanced design automation capability

Latest rules based design automation software incorporates user requests for enhanced performance and stability

News from DriveWorks ( 4 May 2007)

Single drive quad interface terabyte storage

Other World Computing introduces high speed maximum performance terabyte drive with a variety of connectivity options

News from OWC ( 4 May 2007)

Autodesk cuts design time at Cogenco

 User Application Article  Autodesk to cut electrical design time radically at Cogenco heat and power generation supplier  Brochure Available 

News from Autodesk ( 4 May 2007)

Integrated electrical harness design

IGE+XAO Group introduces electrical harness design PLM for Catia V5

News from IGE+XAO UK ( 4 May 2007)

Israeli VoIP supplier acquisition

RAD Data Communications moves into carrier-grade IP telephony access solutions with acquisition of Lead IP systems of Israel

News from RAD Data Communications ( 4 May 2007)

Callidus bolsters sales effort in EMEA

Callidus Software has added industry experts to its EMEA team to focus on the finance, retail and telecommunications sectors

News from Callidus Software ( 4 May 2007)

Wireless sensors available through web site

Adaptive Wireless web site provides comprehensive source of information on wireless sensor networks

News from Adaptive Wireless Solutions ( 4 May 2007)

Hosted load planning SaaS for Costco

 User Application Article  Costco ash selected i2's hosted transportation service to bring added service and cost efficiencies to its transportation and distribution network

News from i2 Technologies ( 4 May 2007)

Westermo wireless communication presentation

Alan Bollard of Westermo Data Communications will discuss wireless networking at the Profibus user conference in England

News from Westermo Data Communications ( 4 May 2007)

Latest generation visualisation software

Visualisation software for Mac or Windows enhances individual and corporate professionalism

News from Mindjet ( 4 May 2007)

Supply chain award honour for Aldata

Institute of Transport Management recognises Aldata software with supply chain management award

News from Aldata ( 4 May 2007)

Archiving product award nomination for C2C

Archive One solution helps organisations solve the headaches of email capacity management, enforce email retention policies and comply with various regulatory requirements

News from C2C Systems ( 4 May 2007)

RFID centre opens for textile industry

New facility demonstrates how RFID can significantly enhance supply chain management and in-store retail operations for garment manufacturers

News from ADT Fire and Security ( 4 May 2007)

Free professional CAD software for schools

 User Application Article  ProgeSOFT continues its support for education with donation of its Professional CAD software to Los Angeles institute

News from ProgeSoft ( 4 May 2007)

Embedded fanless media computer

UniChrome Pro IGP graphics core improves digital video support for PC systems

News from Taiwan Commate Computer Inc ( 4 May 2007)

Microsoft research into the human interface

 Technical Background Article  Microsoft continues its goal to find the ideal interactive approach between users and computers

News from Microsoft ( 4 May 2007)

Induction heating vacuum furnace for brazing

An efficient new induction heating vacuum furnace designed for industrial brazing and general-purpose heating has been developed by Induction Atmospheres.

News from Induction Atmospheres ( 4 May 2007)

Wireless intrinsically safe devices markets

According to Venture Development, the Americas is the largest market for wireline and wireless intrinsically safe devices and equipment.

News from Venture Development Corp ( 4 May 2007)

Speciality thermoplastic compounding acquisition

Premix Oy, speciality thermoplastic compounding company, has acquired 89 % of the shares in Optatech, a Finnish speciality plastics developer and producer.

News from Premix Thermoplastics ( 4 May 2007)

Polymer RFID tags withstand extreme temperatures

 User Application Article  Merrick Systems chose Victrex Peek polymer because of its superior combination of properties including the ability to withstand extreme temperatures, physical and chemical conditions.

News from Victrex ( 4 May 2007)

Manager for business at metals centre

NAMTEC, the National Metals Technology Centre, has been joined by Dr Oluyinka Ogunjimi who takes the role of business development manager.

News from Namtec National Metals Technology Centre ( 4 May 2007)

Busy fastener fair expected in Germany

The Stuttgart Fastener Fair reports that its September 2007 show will be its busiest ever.

News from Fastener Fair Stuttgart ( 4 May 2007)

Laser specialist results announced

Results for its second fiscal quarter and six months ended March 31, 2007 have been announced by Rofin-Sinar.  Brochure Available 

News from Rofin-Baasel UK ( 4 May 2007)

Low cost robotic welding cells

For repetitious manual applications, the personal robotic weld cell from Orbitform is said to provide the same functionality as larger cells.

News from Orbitform ( 4 May 2007)

Blog covers process control network security

CITGO's design and implementation of its "more secure process control network" is covered in a BLOG with ISA's InTech magazine.

News from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc) ( 4 May 2007)

Large scale adsorption dryer

Beko has developed the heat-regenerated Everdry adsorption dryers for volume flows up to 20,000 m3/h, offering compressed-air drying on a large scale.  Brochure Available 

News from Beko Technologies ( 4 May 2007)

Optical inspection in 2 and 3 dimensions

Siemens Electronics Assembly Systems (EA) has introduced the Siplace OS inline optical inspection system which combines two-dimensional and three-dimensional features.

News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 4 May 2007)

Remote control circuit breaker for aircraft

E-T-A Circuit Breakers has introduced the E-T-A 4930, a remotely controlled, single pole circuit breaker (RCCB) approved to MIL-PRF-83383 for the protection of aircraft electrical systems.  Brochure Available 

News from E-T-A Circuit Breakers ( 4 May 2007)

Speed monitoring module for shearpins

Pilz Automation Technology has introduced speed monitoring modules and safety functions for the PNOZmulti configurable safety controller for monitoring shearpins.

News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 4 May 2007)

Camera-based co-ordinate measuring for car maker

 User Application Article  Bentley, the luxury car manufacturer, purchased a Venture 3030 camera-based co-ordinate measuring machine from Baty International.

News from Baty International ( 4 May 2007)

Lifting solutions company sales engineer returns

Darren Harper has re-joined Lifting Solutions as sales engineer after leaving seven years ago to work elsewhere.

News from Lifting Solutions ( 4 May 2007)

Test technology helps electricity meters comply

 User Application Article  Ampy Metering has installed an automated test system developed by Clare Instruments that combines enhanced production line throughput with demanding international standards compliance.  Brochure Available 

News from Clare Instruments ( 4 May 2007)

PCB testing for satellite navigation systems

 User Application Article  Peak Production Equipment has supplied a IVU2-J test system to check that PCBs in satellite navigation, traffic data and vehicle tracking systems at Trafficmaster have been correctly manufactured.

News from Peak Production Equipment ( 4 May 2007)

LIMS for the nuclear industry

The Matrix Gemini Rutherford LIMS software from Autoscribe supports workflows for waste management, district survey, gaseous discharge and liquid discharge for the nuclear industry.  Brochure Available 

News from Autoscribe ( 4 May 2007)

RandD ready for factory opening

The final arrangements are now being put in place for the official Opening at RandD's new UK facility in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire on 11th May.

News from R&D Tool and Engineering ( 4 May 2007)

Not just K for RandD in 2007!

Like many other players in the plastics industry, RandD will be present when the plastics community gathers for K2007 in Dusseldorf, Germany in October.

News from R&D Tool and Engineering ( 4 May 2007)

The countdown has started!

Visitor registration for the world's largest label show, Labelexpo Europe 2007, is now open.

News from Labelexpo ( 4 May 2007)

Going nuts over new design

Using the expertise of its Kerkrade, Bramlage and Kutenholz operations, RPC has developed a bespoke packaging solution for a new travel pack for The Nut Company's ultje Crispers

News from RPC Group ( 4 May 2007)

Degreasing for Solvent Emissions Directive

Mykal Industries has introduced the De.Solv.It range of citrus solvents for industrial degreasing which comply with the Solvent Emissions Directive.  Brochure Available 

News from Mykal Industries ( 4 May 2007)

Coding advice helps keep Asda prices low

Coding Management of Claricom, has been engaged by leading retailer ASDA to investigate and propose best practice operational procedures for on-pack coding and marking.

News from Claricom ( 4 May 2007)

Distributed KVM remote management

Spider Keyboard/video/mouse converter supports remote management of Windows-based and Linux/Unix servers, without requiring additional client software

News from Alpha Micro Components ( 4 May 2007)

Reach and fork lift trucks for DIY retailer

 User Application Article  Yale Materials Handling has supplied one of the UK's biggest DIY retailers, Homebase with reach trucks and fork lift trucks for unloading and distributing for over 12 years.

News from Yale Europe ( 4 May 2007)

Fork lift truck shortlisted for awards

Yale Materials Handling launched the Veracitor VX fork lift truck last year, and it has been shortlisted by the Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA) for ergonomics and innovation awards

News from Yale Europe ( 4 May 2007)

Major contract won by gas leak detector company

 User Application Article  Gassonic Ultrasonic gas leak detectors for giant Kashagan Project.

News from Gassonic A/S ( 4 May 2007)

Personal protection against electric arc

Empowering the nation's utility workforce with the protection of NOMEX.

News from DuPont ( 4 May 2007)

Golden anniversary of materials handling operation

Barloworld and Hyster are celebrating the golden anniversary of their partnership in the UK with a promotion designed to show fleet operators the benefits of their materials handling operation.

News from BarloWorld Handling ( 3 May 2007)

TNA new international sales manager

tna, has announced the appointment of Mario Pino as the new International Sales Manager - Processing, effective immediately

News from TNA Europe ( 3 May 2007)

Laser profile sensor for easy measurement

Omron, the industrial automation specialist has launched a laser profile sensor which is easy to set-up and use and offers an intuitive user interface and built-in LCD monitor.  Brochure Available 

News from Omron Electronics ( 3 May 2007)

Chemical regulations conference in Brussels

Rapra Technology held its first international conference on the forthcoming European chemicals regulations known as REACH in Brussels over three days.

News from Smithers Rapra ( 3 May 2007)

Fork truck is quiet and reliable

 User Application Article  DHL chose the quiet and reliable Jungheinrich DFG 670 fork truck, supplied by Heyn Forktruck Solutions, for their warehouse.

News from Heyn Group ( 3 May 2007)

UPS provides up to 12 hours of continuous power

AEC UK has launched the Power Station, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) which provides up to 12 hours of continuous power yet takes up to 75 percent less floor space than traditional systems.

News from AEC UK ( 3 May 2007)

Easy-service UPS has wide appication range

AEC UK has launched the T2000, a true on-line double conversion 3-phase UPS (uninterruptible power system) that has been specially engineered to offer ease of servicing.

News from AEC UK ( 3 May 2007)

Acquisition of Swiss electronics manufacturers

AEMtec and Ventizz Capital Partners have announced the acquisition of electronics manufacturing service company ECR, and flex and HDI printed circuit boards manufacturer GS Prazisions.

News from Aemtec ( 3 May 2007)

Electric metering system contract in Washington DC

Sensus Metering Systems has announced a contract to implement the Sensus FlexNet Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system and deploy Smart Meters in Washington DC, USA.

News from Sensus Metering Systems ( 3 May 2007)

Eighth infrared camera conference

Flir Systems, a leader in infrared cameras, and ITC, an infrared training centre, will host the 8th annual InfraMation conference on October 15-19, 2007 at the Orleans Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Brochure Available 

News from Flir Systems ( 3 May 2007)

Porous powder metal filtration exhibition

Mott, will be exhibiting porous powder metal filtration products in Beijing, China at Achemasia 2007, the chemical engineering and biotechnology exhibition in May 14-18, 2007.

News from Mott ( 3 May 2007)

Filter bags for sample preparation blenders

Advanced Instruments' subsidiary, Spiral Biotech, has introduced BagFilter, a range of reinforced, heavy-duty plastic filter bags for laboratory food and solid sample blenders and mixers.

News from Advanced Instruments (Analytical Industries) ( 3 May 2007)

Materials handling equipment lease acquisition

GE Capital Solutions has agreed to purchase materials handling equipment lease contracts from Barloworld Finance valued in excess of GBP100 million.

News from BarloWorld Handling ( 3 May 2007)

Metering systems company appoints vice president

Sensus Metering Systems has announced that Colin Flannery will assume the position of Vice President and General Counsel effective March 31, 2007.

News from Sensus Metering Systems ( 3 May 2007)

Iron and acid determination in etching baths

Metrohm UK has developed ProcessLab which automatically determines free acid, total acid, Fe2+ and Fe3+ ions in etching baths for the steel industry.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK ( 3 May 2007)

Virtual noise and vibration for car designers

Bruel and Kjaer have developed the NVH vehicle simulator which allows automotive designers to experience the noise and vibration of vehicles before they are built.

News from Bruel and Kjaer UK ( 3 May 2007)

Materials handling provider sponsors motocross

Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHIE), the European distributor of Hyundai construction and materials handling equipment, is sponsor of the FIM MX1 Motocross World Championship.

News from HYUNDAI HEAVY INDUSTRIES EUROPE ( 3 May 2007)

Forklift reach trucks are ergonomic and efficient

Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHIE) has introduced five forklift reach trucks with load capacities of 1.35 tonne to 2.5 tonnes.

News from HYUNDAI HEAVY INDUSTRIES EUROPE ( 3 May 2007)

Electric-powered towing and platform trucks

Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe has released a range of electric-powered industrial towing and platform trucks which are compact, quiet, and robust.

News from HYUNDAI HEAVY INDUSTRIES EUROPE ( 3 May 2007)

Robust sideloader trucks for stability

Valmar Handling Systems has announced the Jumbo range of sideloader trucks, 4 - 8 tonne machines that are available in diesel or LPG versions.

News from Valmar Handling Systems ( 3 May 2007)

Rapid product development (RPD) exhibition

The TCT 2007 exhibition will feature more than 100 suppliers from the world of rapid product development (RPD) in Coventry, 26th - 27th September 2007.

News from TCT Conference and Exhibition ( 3 May 2007)

Process clamp meter doesn't break current loop

Fluke has introduced the 771 milliamp process clamp meter, which measures output signals from transmitters in process and industrial control system applications without breaking the current loop.  Brochure Available 

News from Fluke (UK) ( 3 May 2007)

Silicone manufacturer's gearbox replaced

 User Application Article  When the main drive gearbox on one of Primasil Silicones' main line mixing mills required replacement, Primasil turned to Brevini Power Transmissions UK to solve the problem quickly and decisively.

News from Brevini ( 3 May 2007)

Reliable drive system for waste water site

 User Application Article  Brevini designed a reliable replacement drive system for Yorkshire Water's Rawcliffe sewage treatment works using efficiency motors, inverter drives and high-toque Brevini planetary reduction gears.

News from Brevini ( 3 May 2007)

Hazardous and safe area display products updated

BEKA Associates have published a catalogue which contains updated datasheets for their range of hazardous and safe area display products.  Brochure Available 

News from Beka associates ( 3 May 2007)

Membranes a success at exhibition

Donaldson Membranes celebrated its success at delivering first-class filtration media, such the Tetratex and ePTFE membranes, to worldwide customers with a special cocktail reception at Powtech 2007.

News from Donaldson Membranes ( 3 May 2007)

Latch pins for larger plastic hinge applications

Spirol Industries has introduced a range of latch pins, also available as customised versions, which have been designed for larger plastic hinge applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Spirol Industries ( 3 May 2007)

Electric counterbalanced truck range

Cesab have developed the Blitz 250-350 AC 80V electric counterbalanced truck range with a capacity of 2.5 to 3.5 tonnes.

News from Cesab ( 3 May 2007)

Carrier class timing for industrial networks

Standard Ethernet cabling eliminates costly RF coaxial cable, amplifiers and complicated installations benefitting return on investment

News from Brilliant Telecommunications ( 3 May 2007)

Unified communications web seminars

Webinars series provides overview of available messaging choices and implications of unifying the various messaging types

News from AVST ( 3 May 2007)

New VP at Innovative Silicon bolsters sales

Strong sales background from market-leading semiconductor companies to assist worldwide sales effort of Innovative Silicon  Brochure Available 

News from Innovative Silicon ( 3 May 2007)

RAD executive on Ethernet panel

RAD chief technical officer speaks on differentiation opportunities in a crowded market

News from RAD Data Communications ( 3 May 2007)

Reseller event on AVST product range

Reseller Oasis in Las Vegas to educate highly influential audience on AVST's newest product offerings and sales initiatives

News from AVST ( 3 May 2007)

Automation software products

New products announced for PLC programming and digital electronic simulation

News from IRAI ( 3 May 2007)

Retail awards focus on technology

Retail technology industry recognised with European retail solutions awards 2007

News from Retail Solutions ( 3 May 2007)

Reducing the internets environmental impact

Ecoservers aimed at the business community and represent decreased energy requirements for web hosting

News from UKFast ( 3 May 2007)

Robust, enterprise class RFID readers

Rugged RFID reader comes with enough memory for data from billions of tags

News from Intermec Technologies ( 3 May 2007)

Wonderware event attendance exceeds expectations

Enterprise plant optimisation expertise draws record mix and level of attendance at Wonderware user conference

News from Invensys Wonderware ( 3 May 2007)

Intelligent invoice processing

Invoice to order cross-referencing helps to substantially improve invoice processing efficiency

News from Digital Vision ( 3 May 2007)

CDS facilitates product match searching

 User Application Article  CDS online product selection tools enable fast and accurate searches and matches throughout range of fluid power components

News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) ( 3 May 2007)

Partnership for supply chain visibility

Effective supply chain visibility, collaboration and response capabilities improved through partnership

News from Kinaxis ( 3 May 2007)

New Engineering Director at Moore Industries

Management coupled with research and development experience key to appointment of new director at Moore Industries

News from Moore Industries International ( 3 May 2007)

Sportswear company streamlines operations with NAV

 User Application Article  Microsoft Dynamics NAV selected to stay ahead in rapidly changing sports fashion industry

News from Microsoft Dynamics ( 3 May 2007)

Politicians need to win over Welsh business

Politicians in Wales will have to work hard to win round the smaller business community, according to The Forum of Private Business.

News from Forum of Private Business ( 3 May 2007)

Vibration proof fastener locks nut

Two special washers designed to lock together and couple the nut to the bolt, creating a positive stopping force and a vibration proof fastener, are employed by the Phil-Lok fastener.

News from Phil-Lok Fastener ( 3 May 2007)

Energy management cuts moulding power

A unique partnership between energy management specialists, NRG, and Parker SSD looks set to help injection moulding companies cut the power consumption of moulding machines.

News from Parker Hannifin - SSD ( 3 May 2007)

Web resource for energy professionals

British Energy Power and Energy Trading is launching a new web resource which will offer information about The Energy Event 07.

News from Western Business Exhibitions ( 3 May 2007)

Vertical machining centre has acceleration of 2G

The new C Dugard agency for Akira-Seiki vertical machining centres will include one of the fastest rapid traverse rates of 96 m/min available on a vertical machining centre with an acceleration of 2G.  Brochure Available 

News from Dugard ( 3 May 2007)

Portable MIG welding with control, consistency

The Autolynx 4i runs 0.6 or 08mm mild or stainless steel welding wires and 1.0mm aluminium wires, fully controllable remotely and available in a package containing the 4i power source.  Brochure Available 

News from Murex Welding Products ( 3 May 2007)

Bar code reader uses digital imaging

A new bar code reader - MAH120 - using MegaPixel CMOS digital imaging and Dynamic optimisation Technology, has been launched by Pepperl+Fuchs.  Brochure Available 

News from Pepperl+Fuchs GB ( 3 May 2007)

Multi-directional forklift fantastic for plastic

 User Application Article  General Allpurpose Plastics, better known as GAP, has replaced most of its fleet of sideloaders and counterbalance forklifts with a Combilift multi-directional forklift.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 3 May 2007)

Multi-directional forklift for timber stock

 User Application Article  The Arnold Laver Timber World call and collect centre in Sheffield selected two Combilift multi-directional forklift trucks for the handling and storage of stock.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 3 May 2007)

Forklift for structural building components

 User Application Article  Combilift forklift trucks have enabled Shelter Systems to store more products in the same footprint, reduce travel time and design the building around 12ft aisles.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 3 May 2007)

Automation challenge to test firm

Astech Projects is inviting companies to present a difficult automation problem for the firm to solve via an automation challenge.  Brochure Available 

News from Astech Projects ( 3 May 2007)

Recycling process handles the polymer waste stream

Axion Recycling has developed a recycling process to handle the polymer waste stream produced by the primary treatment of WEEE.

News from Axion Recycling ( 3 May 2007)

Compact servo-actuator offers performance

The TPM+, a compact motor-gearhead unit, the latest in the Wittenstein range of servo-actuators, offers dynamic performance and power density.

News from Alpha Gear Drives ( 3 May 2007)

Imaje 25 years of success

Global coding and marking company Imaje celebrates its 25th Anniversary this year

News from Imaje UK ( 3 May 2007)

Bosch plans to acquire Pharmatec

The Bosch Group plans to acquire Pharmatec , headquartered in Dresden, Germany, from Fresenius ProServe .

News from Bosch Packaging Machinery ( 3 May 2007)

Esko new products at Sign UK

Esko, the world leader in packaging pre-production solutions, confirms its commitment to the sign, display and POP market at Sign UK

News from EskoArtwork ( 3 May 2007)

Proseal sandwich pack denester

Proseal has designed and launched a sandwich pack denester, developed to handle the growing number of cardboard skillet packs now being introduced.

News from Proseal UK ( 3 May 2007)

Guatemala digital revolution

A young dynamic flexo label printer leads the digital revolution in Guatemala

News from Rotoflex Tooling ( 3 May 2007)

Very narrow aisle trucks launched at exhibition

Yale Europe launched seven very narrow aisle (VNA) trucks, with lift capacities from 1,000 to 1,500 kg and a maximum lift height up to 16.0m, at Manutention.

News from Yale Europe ( 3 May 2007)

Flagship DIY shop receives 500th truck

Yale UK has supplied its 500th truck, a three-wheel electric lift truck, to Homebase's flagship store in Kingston upon Thames, London, UK.

News from Yale Europe ( 3 May 2007)

Forklift trucks adopt eco-friendly fuels

Yale Europe discusses the developments in 'green' fork lift trucks, in light of all the new environmental legislation emerging in Europe.

News from Yale Europe ( 3 May 2007)

Quality tyres standard on counterbalance forklifts

Yale Europe Materials Handling has announced that Michelin's XZMTM industrial tubeless radial tyres will be fiited on its forklifts, offering long tyre life, operator comfort and outstanding traction.

News from Yale Europe ( 3 May 2007)

Airbus staff need highly protective coveralls

 User Application Article  DuPont protects AIRBUS workers with TYVEK and TYCHEM solutions.

News from DuPont ( 3 May 2007)

Hands-free access control on trucks and stackers

BT Rolatruc introduced "hands-free" access control on its main powered pallet truck, stacker, and low-level order picking trucks, bringing important security benefits.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Majority believe purchase invoicing too slow

 Technical Background Article  Version One survey reveals purchase invoice processing is too slow and too reliant on paper.

News from Version One ( 2 May 2007)

35 years of successful data capture

Kelgray celebrates successful development of its business to include a wide range of AIDC products including mobile computers and RFID

News from Kelgray Products ( 2 May 2007)

Free hosting available for 12 months

First 1,000 applications will receive free hosting package from Supanet

News from Supanet ( 2 May 2007)

Web accelerator provides better performance

Web Application Accelerator service delivers consistent, improved application performance including route optimisation

News from Akamai Technologies ( 2 May 2007)

Over 50% increase in year on year earnings for NI

National Instruments reports revenue for first quarter of 2007  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments ( 2 May 2007)

Effective and agile customer service delivery

VIM 6.1 incorporates two new modules that deliver advanced integration and service management capabilities

News from Exony ( 2 May 2007)

Electric cloud expands into Europe

Electric Cloud focuses on European expansion from new headquarters in Oxford

News from Electric Cloud ( 2 May 2007)

Express module for embedded applications

CEM830 module enables customer's embedded devices to be applied in various applications

News from Axiomtek ( 2 May 2007)

e-Learning for business federation

 User Application Article  SumTotal's ResultsOnDemand selected to build online university

News from SumTotal Systems ( 2 May 2007)

WhosOn gives site of online prospects

Web software gives e-traders opportunity to directly engage with web site visitors

News from Parker Software ( 2 May 2007)

USB data capture for Windows Vista

Latest drivers enable USB and PCI data acquisition hardware to be used with Windows Vista  Brochure Available 

News from Adept Scientific ( 2 May 2007)

Digital mailroom series of seminars

Half day seminars in southern England to address digital mailroom and automated order and invoice processing

News from ITE Soft ( 2 May 2007)

Software algorithm for water loss detection

 Technical Background Article  White paper shows how genetic algorithm optimisation can reduce uncertainty when predicting leakages

News from Bentley Systems ( 2 May 2007)

Cherry management focuses on interfaces

Cherry is concentrating on exceeding sales targets for interface devices, switches and control products

News from Cherry Electrical Products ( 2 May 2007)

Process calculation software for Vista

OPCcalc and EDICTvb.Net will inform the operating system if applications require administrative permissions so that UAC settings can take effect.

News from Exele ( 2 May 2007)

Integration collaboration for Duet software

Duet allows customers to easily create a proof of concept, enabling them to more quickly and easily evaluate Duet's business benefits using customer-specific data

News from SAP ( 2 May 2007)

Beta 3 available for Longhorn server platform

The latest release of Windows Server, otherwise known as Longhorn has reached 3rd stage of beta testing and is available for download

News from Microsoft ( 2 May 2007)

Warehouse for UK racking and shelving company

BiGDUG, an on-line UK racking and shelving company, has opened a warehouse in Staunton, Gloucestershire to supply industrial shelving, archive shelving, trucks and trolleys etc.

News from BiGDUG ( 2 May 2007)

Scholarships to raise engineering interest

A UK funding is designed to encourage a greater take up of engineering and technology courses at university to address the growing skills shortages within the profession.

News from Institution of Engineering and Technology ( 2 May 2007)

'Adhesives and Sealants' bulletin intoduced

The fortnightly 'Adhesives and Sealants' bulletin provides all of the latest research and innovation and includes titles, abstracts and citations on synthetic polymeric adhesives.

News from Smithers Rapra ( 2 May 2007)

Catalogue covers drilling, milling, reaming

Catalogue covers the Ruebig series of drilling, milling, countersinking, and reaming tools - including 25 new products - and a chapter about tooling applications.

News from Kennametal UK ( 2 May 2007)

Milling tools catalogue is easy to use

Kennametal has issued its 530-page Global Milling Tooling Catalogue containing indexable and solid carbide milling tools of which over 33% are recent releases, such as Dodeka face milling system.

News from Kennametal UK ( 2 May 2007)

Pre-test plastics before medical moulding

Using pre-tested plastics materials for moulding/extruding medical components can avoid expensive failures in testing end-products, and certification gives additional confidence to customers.

News from Applied Market Information ( 2 May 2007)

Diesel and gas engines exhibit at quarry show

Deutz will be exhibiting their range of diesel and gas engines at Hillhead 2007 (The International Quarrying and Recycling Show, Hillhead Quarry, Buxton, Derbyshire, 26-28 June 2007).

News from Deutz UK ( 2 May 2007)

Natural gas cars to be exhibited

Cenex, the UK's national centre for low carbon and fuel cell technologies, has announced the companies exhibiting at the 'Naturally Gas' conference at Loughborough University, Leicestershire.

News from Cenex ( 2 May 2007)

UK electronic component distributor reports growth

In 2006, Anglia, a privately-owned UK electronic component distributor, expanded sales 3 times faster than the overall UK electronic component distribution market.

News from Anglia ( 2 May 2007)

Small, robust PC card connectors and cover sets

ITT Electronic Components has announced the Cannon Express PC card, with 26 pin edge card connectors and stainless steel cover sets  Brochure Available 

News from ITT Electronic Components ( 2 May 2007)

Precision casting for aeroplane engine

Doncasters has won a contract worth 40m euros to manufacture low pressure (LP) directionally solidified (DS) investment cast blades for the Rolls-Royce Trent 800 engine.

News from Doncasters Group ( 2 May 2007)

Happy, healthy employees crucial to success

Bibby Financial Services has advised construction owners and managers to maintain staff well-being as part of their business strategy.

News from Bibby Financial Services ( 2 May 2007)

Positioners with structural rigidity

The 402/403XE series of 'economy' positioners developed by Micromech combine a rugged steel body construction with an integrated precision ball screw and bearing guide.

News from Micromech ( 2 May 2007)

Superior optical encoders using lithography

Tecan has used advanced lithography techniques in a Class 1000 clean-room manufacturing facility to produce highly-accurate optical encoder parts.

News from Tecan ( 2 May 2007)

PTFE-impregnated finishes cut friction and galling

A range of high-performance PTFE-impregnated finishes, designed to cut friction and galling in high-value equipment has been developed by Tecan.

News from Tecan ( 2 May 2007)

PTFE-impregnated finish cuts friction and galling

A range of high-performance PTFE-impregnated finishes, designed to cut friction and galling in high-value equipment, has been developed by Tecan.

News from Tecan ( 2 May 2007)

Years of trichloroethylene use leaves tanks deadly

Trichloroethylene or 'trike' is soon to be strictly limited, and the Wheelabrator Group is warning industries years of use has left tanks as deadly as the chemical itself.  Brochure Available 

News from Wheelabrator Group ( 2 May 2007)

Total organic carbon analysis of water samples

 User Application Article  A Canadian analytical laboratory has selected Thermo Fisher Scientific's HiperTOC analyser for its environmental inorganic and organic carbon analyses of water samples.

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) ( 2 May 2007)

Chemical-resistant photoelectric sensors

Banner Engineering has announced the miniature World-Beam Q12 series of photoelectric sensors with liquid-tight PFA jackets for use in wet and corrosive industrial environments.

News from Banner Engineering ( 2 May 2007)

Dissolved ozone monitor to improve drinking water

 User Application Article  Analytical Technology (ATi) has announced that Bristol Water has chosen its Q45H/64 Dissolved Ozone Analyser for the on-line monitoring and control of ozone levels in drinking water.  Brochure Available 

News from Analytical Technology ( 2 May 2007)

New Jersey warehouse demolished

Dallas Contracting has completed the demolition of a 60,000 square foot, single storey warehouse in Central New Jersey for the redeveloper of the site.

News from Dallas Contracting ( 2 May 2007)

UK manufacturing marketplace acquired

Manufacturing Industry Research has announced the acquisition of Basingstoke-based FI Information, the marketplace for UK manufacturing.

News from Qimtek ( 2 May 2007)

Cargo trucks for manoeuvrability in tight spaces

BT Rolatruc has announced the Cargo C3E100R - 150R trucks, with excellent manoeuvrability for working in confined spaces.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Quality pallet truck with high-accuracy scale

The LHM200SC is a high-quality 2000kg pallet truck from BT Rolatruc offering an alternative to a floor scale, allowing shorter work cycles without compromise in accuracy.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Materials handling equipment for over 60 years

From their first handtruck in 1948 to the Pro-Lifter M, the motorised handtruck, BT Rolatruc has played an important role in introducing materials handling machines for over 60 years.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

High-capacity electric truck offers autonomy

Cesab introduced the Eco/P high-capacity electric truck which uses electric motors with advanced electronic control, and large capacity batteries for performance and autonomy.

News from Cesab ( 2 May 2007)

Forklifts bring customer safety and productivity

Combilift offers a range of forklift trucks for every work environment; the TeleCombi, the Semi- RoughTerrain C10,000L and the GT Hydrostatic Electric Sideloader.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 2 May 2007)

Multi-directional forklift truck saves space

 User Application Article  Senator International has made savings on warehouse space by using two Combilift multi-directional forklift trucks to handle and store incoming and outgoing materials and finished products.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 2 May 2007)

IPTV monitoring company appoints Vice President

Pixelmetrix has appointed Stephen Scanlon as Vice-President, Sales, for North America to support the expansion of its suite of applications and solutions for the IPTV market.

News from Pixelmetrix Corp ( 2 May 2007)

Connecting weight sorters to PCs

CI Electronics has introduced SP Connect, a software package for use with the company's SADE SP range of tablet and capsule weight sorters.

News from CI Electronics ( 2 May 2007)

Series of seminars on vibrational spectroscopy

Thermo Fisher Scientific will host a series of seminars throughout Europe and Scandinavia covering technologies and applications in vibrational spectroscopy.

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) ( 2 May 2007)

Torque wrenches for testing bolts and fasteners

Mark-10 has announced the STW torque wrenches, designed for testing application and removal torque on bolts and other fasteners.

News from Mark-10 ( 2 May 2007)

Industrial lens specialist joins vision company

Industrial lens specialist, Nigel Paine, has joined Firstsight Vision from Pentax UK where he achieved record levels of sales and profit.  Brochure Available 

News from Firstsight Vision ( 2 May 2007)

Five-pole connector for sensor applications

Harting has introduced a 5-pole M12 connector designed for sensor applications where five connections are involved.

News from Harting ( 2 May 2007)

Digital demodulation for wireless network testing

Aeroflex has introduced the 3280 series of spectrum analysers, which offer digital demodulation for the analysis of 802.11a, b and g wireless networks.

News from Aeroflex ( 2 May 2007)

Cabinet and bench supplier in Canada

Lista International has opened a premises in Burlington, Ontario, Canada in order to better serve Lista's Canadian customers and channel partners.

News from Lista International ( 2 May 2007)

Camera with flexible illumination of colours

Goepel Electronic has introduced the AOI system OptiCon SmartLine with Extended Colour TechnologyT imaging system, an offline test and repair station for small volume manufacturing.  Brochure Available 

News from Goepel Electronic ( 2 May 2007)

Machine vision training course in Southampton

Scorpion Vision has organised a training course on machine vision on the 23rd and 24th May 2007 in Southampton, UK, for robot integrators, machine vision integrators and automation companies.  Brochure Available 

News from Scorpion Vision ( 2 May 2007)

Extractor for large areas of emission

Flextraction has developed a range of modular, stainless steel, Downflow extractor stands operating on a re-circulating airflow principle, suitable for weighing, sieving, filling and mixing.

News from Flextraction ( 2 May 2007)

Radar meter chosen for range of dry vacuum pumps

BOC Edwards, a leading manufacturer of vacuum equipment, has chosen to use Krohne's Optiflex TDR level radar meter in its range of dry vacuum pumps.

News from Krohne ( 2 May 2007)

High performance miniature circuit breakers

ABB has expanded its miniature circuit breaker range with the S800, a high performance series aimed at industrial and commercial applications.

News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) ( 2 May 2007)

Portable pressure and barometric transfer unit

The ETL Group has announced the 765, a portable high-accuracy pressure and barometric transfer unit, ideal for metrology, aerospace, meteorology, oceanography, energy exploration and process control.

News from ETL Group ( 2 May 2007)

Connecting chromatography data systems and LIMS

Labtronics has released LimsLink CDS v4.0 which gives laboratories a direct and transparent connection between their chromatography data systems and their LIMS.

News from Labtronics ( 2 May 2007)

Automation teach system replicates industry

A process automation learning system accurately replicates real-life industrial environments to facilitate hands-on automation training.  Brochure Available 

News from Festo ( 2 May 2007)

Project management firm appoints MD

Value-added engineering design and professional project management company, Lorien Engineering Solutions, has appointed Steve Slater as managing director.

News from Lorien Engineering Solutions ( 2 May 2007)

Slip testing on a wide range of flooring surfaces

CERAM carries out the BS7976 pendulum test, designed to simulate the action of a slipping foot, and the ramp test which is split into DIN51130 - shod and the DIN51097 barefoot.

News from Ceram ( 2 May 2007)

Precise marking for dependable traceability

Euromark Coding and Marking has announced the PXR series of continuous ink jet printers from Hitachi for precise and flexible coding and marking.

News from Euromark Coding and Marking ( 2 May 2007)

Stadco to build Russian body panel plant

European supplier of automotive body panels, Stadco, has been awarded a supply agreement with Ford that will see Stadco establish a dedicated BIW stampings and assembly facility in Russia.

News from Stadco ( 2 May 2007)

Compressors for sub-critical CO2 applications

Bitzer's Octagon compressor range has been expanded with models for sub-critical CO2 applications, and for use with R410A, suitable for air conditioning systems.

News from Bitzer UK ( 2 May 2007)

Machine vision half-day seminar

Multipix Imaging and Cognex are repeating their 'Passport to Vision' seminar, a half-day event on machine vision on the 26th June at the Northampton Marriott Hotel, UK.  Brochure Available 

News from Multipix Imaging ( 2 May 2007)

Power quality knowledge DVD and hands-on training

Fluke has planned free seminars in three locations in June 2007 - UK North, UK South and Ireland - enabling hands-on experience in how to conduct power quality inspections.  Brochure Available 

News from Fluke (UK) ( 2 May 2007)

Remote vibration data monitoring

Monitran has launched VI-sage ("visage"), a combined hardware and web-based solution that enables companies to monitor remotely vibration data.

News from Monitran ( 2 May 2007)

Determining the oxidation stability of biodiesel

Metrohm UK has announced the 873 Biodiesel Rancimat for the determination of the oxidation stability of biodiesel and biodiesel blends, as per EN 14 112.  Brochure Available 

News from Metrohm UK ( 2 May 2007)

CAM now covers multi-axis turning

Latest version of SprutCAM has a turning module for lathes and mill/turn centres as well as all the features of existing software for programming 3-axis and 3+2-axis machining centres.

News from Sprut Technology ( 2 May 2007)

Red dot design award for infrared camera

The InfraCAM developed and produced by Flir Systems is a compact portable infrared camera which has been awarded the "red dot design award".  Brochure Available 

News from Flir Systems ( 2 May 2007)

Water-miscible bonded coatings are eco-friendly

Kluber Lubrication has developed water-miscible bonded coatings which combine economical wear protection and high component performance with eco-friendliness.  Brochure Available 

News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 2 May 2007)

The infrared sensor's window on the world

 Technical Background Article  G S Chapman of Calex Electronics discusses the windows necessary for infrared temperature sensors in harsh environmental conditions, such as when monitoring inside a furnace, oven or pressure vessel.

News from Calex Electronics ( 2 May 2007)

On-line ordering of custom flat seals and gaskets

Resoseal offers simple on-line ordering of made-to-measure flat seals and gaskets made from 40 different materials including rubber, silicone and silicone foam, foam rubber and cellular rubber.

News from Reoseal.com ( 2 May 2007)

Stainless steel for corrosive heat exchangers

Sandvik Materials Technology has developed the Sandvik SAF 2707 HD, a hyper-duplex stainless steel for corrosive heat exchanger applications.

News from Sandvik Materials Technology UK ( 2 May 2007)

Sheet metal CAD/CAM halves lead times

 User Application Article  Three seats of Radan's powerful sheet metal CAD/CAM software and has subsequently seen lead times at heating and cooling equipment manufacturer shrink from typically six to three weeks.  Brochure Available 

News from Radan Computational ( 2 May 2007)

Two-tonne stacker trucks for heavy-duty work

BT Rolatruc extended their range of Ixion stackers with the SPE200 and SPE200L, two-tonne models for heavy-duty applications, offering a capacity of 2000kg.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Materials handling and logistics exhibitions

The Materials Handling Live and Logistics Link Live exhibitions will be held together on 22nd - 23rd May 2007 in Coventry, displaying a range of materials handling and logistics solutions.

News from Centaur Media PLC ( 2 May 2007)

GBP 500,000 water jet cutting machine ordered

UK water jet cutting company has ordered a GBP 500,000 12m x 3m waterjet cutting centre from Bystronic UK and has ual light guarded cutting zones for tandem loading.

News from Bystronic UK ( 2 May 2007)

Instruments company reports 11% Q1 revenue rise

Instruments company, National Instruments, has reported an 11% rise of quarterly revenue to US$172 million, when compared with the first quarter of 2006.  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments ( 2 May 2007)

Manufacturing students given initiative

Leading South Yorkshire, UK industrialists and Employers Federation have devised a novel initiative for the region's finest engineering and manufacturing students.

News from South Yorkshire Engineering Scholarship ( 2 May 2007)

Improved vibratory parts feeder introduced

An improved vibratory parts feeder has a very compact and small vibrator drive, powerful full wave coil, mainly used for very small components.

News from Elscint Automation ( 2 May 2007)

Bar fed rotary transfer challenges CNC automatics

A 12-station multi-axis rotary transfer machine accepts bar stock up to 60mm diameter to provide a six-face component machining capability as an alternative to CNC automatic lathes.

News from Mikron Machining Technology ( 2 May 2007)

Cold rolled flat products prices rise in N America

Cold rolled coil and hot dipped galvanised values are forecast to increase up until the summer period, but prices are not anticipated to reach the highs recorded during the middle of last year.

News from MEPS (International) ( 2 May 2007)

Average nickel content in SS to decline

MEPS (International) reports that high nickel prices are prompting buyers of austenitic stainless steels to actively seek alternative grades or other materials.

News from MEPS (International) ( 2 May 2007)

Double-stacking truck for loading and unloading

BT Rolatruc expanded its Ixion range of powered stackers with a double-stacking model, the SPE200D, designed for work in the most demanding loading and unloading applications.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

High-speed rider-seated powered pallet truck

The Stratos LRE high-speed rider-seated powered pallet truck from BT Rolatruc is designed to move the maximum amount of goods at maximum speed.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Tow-truck and low-level order picking load carrier

The Ergomover from BT Rolatruc offers tow truck and low-level order picking capabilities, with interconnected mechanical brakes on the rear wheels of trolleys.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Materials handling trucks with quality service

BT Rolatruc offer a choice of service plans and optional upgrades for their materials handling trucks, so customers can choose the right type and level of support for them,

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Combi truck with shuttle-forks for handling speed

The VCE125ASF combi truck from BT Rolatruc has shuttle-forks for maximum handling speed and efficiency, making the most of narrow aisles.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

40 hand pallet trucks monitored

In October 2006, BT Rolatruc launched a project to demonstrate the BT Lifter's strength and reliability by keeping a diary of over 40 trucks as they went about their work.

News from BT Rolatruc ( 2 May 2007)

Beer producer chooses reliable trucks

 User Application Article  Carlsberg Italia chose Cesab's double-fork Mak electric lift trucks with adjustable carrying capacity, Blitz 315 trucks and one Blitz 300 truck, for its warehouse.

News from Cesab ( 2 May 2007)

Electric trucks with ergonomic solutions

Cesab has introduced the 400-500 AC range of electric trucks designed for demanding lifting duties in heavy applications with simplicity of operation for safety and higher performance.

News from Cesab ( 2 May 2007)

Multi-directional forklifts reach new heights

Combilift will introduce two multi-directional forklifts, the C10000SL, a 10,000lbs capacity 4-way side-loader and the large C30000, at ProMat in North America.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 2 May 2007)

Stainless steel bar stockholders chose forklift

 User Application Article  Cogne UK purchased a Combilift LPG powered multi-directional forklift to cope with the increased volume of stock at their central warehousing and distribution centre in Sheffield.

News from Combilift Ltd ( 2 May 2007)

Hardness testing system for traverse testing

Newage Testing Instruments has developed a Rockwell hardness tester for automatically performing hardness traverse sequences on larger and unmounted test samples.

News from Newage Testing Instruments ( 2 May 2007)

Electric lift trucks for tough applications

Hyster's J2.00-3.20XM ACX electric lift truck range, distributed by Barloworld, can be equipped with sealed unit oil-immersed brakes and ergonomic 'mini-lever' electro-hydraulic controls.

News from BarloWorld Handling ( 2 May 2007)

Forklift truck supplier enjoys European growth

Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHIE) has firmly established itself as a supplier of construction equipment and industrial trucks on the European market, and in 2006 growth was 40 percent.

News from HYUNDAI HEAVY INDUSTRIES EUROPE ( 2 May 2007)

Respecting the Needs of the Trade

Profecta Labels uses an HP Indigo ws4500 and Rotoflex Vericut2 combination to produce small-volume print runs and reduce downtime on its conventional units.

News from Rotoflex Tooling ( 2 May 2007)

Improved safety for conveyors at docking bays

New RollerTrack from Caljan Rite-Hite.

News from Caljan Rite-Hite ( 2 May 2007)

Scottish firm to distribute gas springs

Midland Engineering Services has been appointed as the official distributor for comprehensive range of gas springs, dampers, locking and tension gas springs made by Industrial Gas Springs.

News from Industrial Gas Springs ( 1 May 2007)

A pair of Aces

Plastic packaging leader Schoeller Arca Systems has announced the appointment of James Astley and Ozgen Oznurlu.

News from Schoeller Arca Systems ( 1 May 2007)

Manufacturing advice will be free in UK

The UK's Manufacturing Advisory Service will offer all small and medium sized manufacturing firms up to four days free advice from April next year.

News from Manufacturing Advisory Service (DTI) ( 1 May 2007)

Metrology services expanded with portable-CMM arm

GKS Inspection Services has purchased a Faro portable-CMM articulated arm to provide large part inspection, on-site laser scanning and dimensional inspection at its Minnesota office.

News from GKS Inspection Services ( 1 May 2007)

Hosted, low cost warehouse management

Software-as-a-service warehouse management capability for companies of all sizes for a low monthly fee

News from Synergy Logistics ( 1 May 2007)

Five-axis CAM avoids machining collisions

 User Application Article  When a UK aerospace subcontractor acquired a new DMG 5-axis machining centre it wanted to protect its investment with 5-axis software that guaranteed collision avoidance.

News from Open Mind (Learning/HR) ( 1 May 2007)

Possibly the world's smallest green laser

The Frankfurt Laser Company (FLC) has introduced what they claim is the world's smallest green laser, suitable for devices demanding small space and low current consumption.

News from Frankfurt Laser Company ( 1 May 2007)

Cantilever racking to organise long, heavy loads

Wickens Engineering installed cantilever racking at the Alimex warehouse in Milton Keynes, UK, for the storage of heavy aluminium plates.

News from Wickens Engineering ( 1 May 2007)

Robust industrial wireless units

Robust industrial wireless networking products available from Ethernet Direct

News from Ethernet Direct ( 1 May 2007)

Ethernet Direct exhibiting in Australia

Ethernet Direct Australia will showcase high reliability and superior quality Industrial Ethernet and Networking products

News from Ethernet Direct ( 1 May 2007)

On-line advice for process unit operations

ProcessApex automatically provides context to real-time data, combining it with embedded engineering expertise

News from ExperTune ( 1 May 2007)

Autodesk accolade for Imass

Imass receives prestigious accolade from Autodesk at World Forum Convention Centre

News from Imass ( 1 May 2007)

Plant control performance improvements

Enterprise-wide system provides global view of plant performance and process control assets

News from ExperTune ( 1 May 2007)

XVL-based 3D applications

New reseller for 3D applications in ultra-compressed 3D data format now available  Brochure Available 

News from Lattice Technology ( 1 May 2007)

Italian ISP grows with new web server system

 User Application Article  ZXTM VA enables Italian ISP to make networks and applications faster, more reliable, secure and easier to manage

News from Zeus Technology ( 1 May 2007)

Recognition for campaign management software

Multichannel campaign management suite recognised for integration capabilities with third party CRM and contact management solutions

News from smartfocus ( 1 May 2007)

USB portable disk drive

Essential portable drive for users who want reliable high-performance storage small enough to fit in a shirt pocket

News from OWC ( 1 May 2007)

24 bit USB data acquisition

Industrial data acquisition via USB or through Ethernet connection has extremely high resolution and stability

News from Audon Electronics ( 1 May 2007)

IP based voice solutions for Indian market

Strategic partnership in India to provide IP enabled value for money voice solutions

News from Oki Electric Industry ( 1 May 2007)

Materials innovation forum in Belgium

Improve your knowledge on state of the art Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing technologies in Belgian forum

News from Materialise ( 1 May 2007)

SAP virtual learning alliance

SAP to resell entire range of Acrobat Connect Professional Web conferencing tools

News from SAP ( 1 May 2007)

Combined SAP and Microsoft Duet strategy

SAP and Microsoft to enhance Duet jointly with additional business scenarios, platform capabilities and development tools

News from Microsoft ( 1 May 2007)

AC motors for washdown and corrosive environments

Baldor has added IEC-frame models to its range of all-stainless-steel washdown-duty AC motors that are capable of withstanding aggressive food and pharmaceutical processing cleaning regimes.  Brochure Available 

News from Baldor UK ( 1 May 2007)

Network controller for mechanical measurement

Solartron Metrology has introduced the Orbit 104 Plus network controller suitable for interfacing with all Solartron transducers, including inductive and optical.

News from Solartron Metrology ( 1 May 2007)

Readout for interfacing with metrology transducers

Solartron Metrology has announced the SI3500 digital, a metrology transducer interface and post processing controller designed to operate with Solartron's gauging transducers on the 'Orbit' network.

News from Solartron Metrology ( 1 May 2007)

Long stroke linear displacement measurement

Solartron Metrology has developed the GEMCO series of linear displacement transducers for long stroke, high-accuracy measurement.

News from Solartron Metrology ( 1 May 2007)

Metrology readout for gauging probes

Solartron Metrology has announced the SI 7500 digital readout, which interfaces with Solartron's gauging probes using the proprietary Orbit digital network, without the need for an RS232 adaptor.

News from Solartron Metrology ( 1 May 2007)

Ultra-soft bonding copper wire

Kulicke and Soffa Industries has introduced the MaxSoft copper bonding wire that reduces IC bond pad sStress, and significantly improves second bond strength.

News from Kulicke and Soffa Industries ( 1 May 2007)

Semi-hermetic screw compressor range

Bitzer UK has introduced semi-hermetic screw compressors ideal for space-saving parallel compounding installations.

News from Bitzer UK ( 1 May 2007)

Portable IPTV quality-of-service (QoS) test

Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has announced a IPTV quality-of-service (QoS) test for its Packet BlazerTM Ethernet test module, offering increased stream capacity and additional metrics.

News from EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering ( 1 May 2007)

Video measuring machine improves hand tools

 User Application Article  Stanley Tools' European test laboratory in Rotherham, UK has purchased an OGP 'SmartScope ZIP 250' video measuring machine, including a maintenance and servicing contract to improve tool quality.

News from OGP UK ( 1 May 2007)

Slip prevention products to be exhibited

Handl Solutions will be exhibiting the No Skidding range of slip prevention products at the Safety and Health Expo at the NEC on Thursday 24th May 2007.

News from Handl Solutions ( 1 May 2007)

First guide to KNX standard

The KNX (UK) has published its first guide to the KNX standard, "Putting the Intelligence into Intelligent Building and Homes", for the commercial and residential sectors.

News from KNX UK ( 1 May 2007)

Exhibit of integrated true colour sensor

At the Sensor and Test 2007 trade fair in Nuremberg (22nd to the 24th of May), MAZeT will exhibit their integrated true colour sensor and function boards.

News from Mazet ( 1 May 2007)

Laser direct imaging materials showcase

Huntsman Advanced Materials has introduced the Probimer 77 and Probimer 355 laser direct imaging materials, based on proprietary in-house binder technology.

News from Huntsman Advanced Materials ( 1 May 2007)

Video processing modules for thermal imaging

Cedip Infrared Systems has announced the Carthage series of advanced video processing modules for researchers and integrators looking to develop and build their own thermal imaging systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 1 May 2007)

On-line particle size analysis in wet processes

Malvern Instruments has introduced the Insitec LPS on-line particle size analyser for continuous, real-time particle size measurement in liquid process streams.

News from Malvern Instruments ( 1 May 2007)

Shutterless miniature thermal imaging camera

Thermoteknix has launched the MIRICLE 110KS, allegedly the world's first Alpha Silicon-based focal plane array thermal imaging camera with shutterless XTi technology.

News from Thermoteknix Systems ( 1 May 2007)

Data logging and remote radio control for trains

Corus Northern Engineering Services has introduced a radio controlled system enabling data trending of key engine and safety parameters on Corus Teesside locomotives.  Brochure Available 

News from Corus Northern Engineering Services ( 1 May 2007)

Low profile accelerometer has TEDS option

Kistler has developed a low profile accelerometer which is ideal for product qualification/acceptance testing, structural/vibroacoustic and shock testing of lightweight structures.

News from Kistler Instruments ( 1 May 2007)

Online sourcing of quotes and suppliers

FI Engineering has launched a new version of Source Tool on-line in order to streamline quotes for custom-made parts and assemblies, selection of suppliers and supplier notification.

News from Subcon ( 1 May 2007)

Lead generation service delivers results

Instem Technology Services has received 33 sales leads from FI Engineering's lead generation service, which they have converted to four new customers.

News from Subcon ( 1 May 2007)

Fabrication facility completed

Arc Energy Resources has announced the completion of a Fabrication Unit to service its customers in the water, wastewater, instrumentation, sub-sea, oil and gas industries.

News from Arc Energy Resources ( 1 May 2007)

School children to design and build race car

MEIRG, the pilot project designed retrain and retain engineers and engineering companies in the Midlands, has helped school children in Nottinghamshire enter the Formula Schools competition.

News from MEIRG ( 1 May 2007)

2 years on: surface treatment partnership success

Ahlbrandt System of Germany, the Corona Treatment specialists, has announced that they are very happy with the success of their relationship with UK partner, Active Surface Technology UK.

News from Active Surface Technology UK ( 1 May 2007)

Scott Brothers exhibit Pack-Mate collection

Scott Brothers will be exhibiting its growing Pack-Mate brand of home storage products at Exclusively Housewares 2007, at the Business Design Centre, London, 12th and 13th June 2007, Stand 315.

News from Scott Brothers ( 1 May 2007)

Tetra Pak makes further investment in Lund

Tetra Pak, one of the world's leading suppliers of processing and packaging equipment to the food industry, is investing euro32.6 million in two new buildings in Lund, Sweden.

News from Tetra Pak ( 1 May 2007)

Speciality forming lubricants need no cleaning

Speciality metal forming lubricants, which do not need a cleaning process, play a major roll in the rolling and deep drawing of aluminium foils for food packaging.  Brochure Available 

News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 1 May 2007)

CAM software product has most seats worldwide

For the thirteenth successive year, Mastercam CAM software has ranked first in installed seats worldwide, with almost 125,000 installed seats.

News from Mastercam ( 1 May 2007)

Face milling cutters offer productivity increases

A range of face milling cutters is engineered for higher cutting speeds and feed rates with lower cutting forces of up to 30%, including milling macvhines with low power.

News from Kennametal UK ( 1 May 2007)

Patent documents database has 63 million

More than 63 million patents and utility models from 80 patent organizations are stored on what is claimed to be the world's largest patent database at FIZ Karlsruhe.  Brochure Available 

News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe ( 1 May 2007)

Protective coatings maker appoints two VPs

Manufacturer of protective coating, MetoKote Corporation, has appointed Joe Beatty as vice president of North American General Purpose Business and Tim Schira as vice president of Human Resources.

News from MetoKote Corporation, Inc. ( 1 May 2007)

CAD/CAM producer opens China subsidiary

Producer of automatic CAM/CAD software WorkNC, Sescoi International, is opening a China subsidiary office in Shanghai.

News from Sescoi International ( 1 May 2007)

Filtration membranes maker celebrates show success

Manufacturer of ePTFE membranes for filtration was delighted with visitor attendance at Powtech exhibtion - regarded as an excellent opportunity to meet with current and prospective clients.

News from Donaldson Membranes ( 1 May 2007)

Travelling gantry machining centre ordered

 User Application Article  UK excavator manufacturer invests in a large capacity, travelling gantry, vertical machining centre to machine front and rear chassis, excavator booms/arms and compact excavator floorpans in India.

News from AsquithButler ( 1 May 2007)

Internal turning of small bores is precise

A micro-turning tooling system incorporates a special clamping system that gives the operator a number of powerful and precise turning systems.

News from Floyd Automatic Tooling ( 1 May 2007)

Single mode laser diode for opto-electronics

Frankfurt Laser Company has announced a single mode CW 200mW 850nm laser diode which offers high beam quality, and is suitable for various opto-electronic applications.

News from Frankfurt Laser Company ( 1 May 2007)

Single mode FP 730-750nm laser diodes

The Frankfurt Laser Company has introduced a series of FP single spatial mode laser diodes, available in the 5mW to 30mW optical power range.

News from Frankfurt Laser Company ( 1 May 2007)

High power 1650nm and 1725nm laser diodes

The Frankfurt Laser Company has released two hermetically sealed high-power laser modules in HHL housing, ideal for medical applications and research and development projects.

News from Frankfurt Laser Company ( 1 May 2007)

Ultra-high stability laser diode module

The Frankfurt Laser Company has introduced a range of temperature stabilised laser diode modules offering exceptional pointing stability and alignment.

News from Frankfurt Laser Company ( 1 May 2007)

Experiments at Australian particle accelerator

Scientists in Melbourne, Australia have begun experiments at the AUD$206 million Australian synchrotron, the particle accelerator, in preparation for the facility's opening in July 2007.

News from Invest Victoria ( 1 May 2007)

Electronics manufacturing service in Japan

Integrated Microelectronics (IMI), a leading electronics manufacturing service (EMS) provider, has announced the opening of its subsidiary in Tokyo, Japan.

News from Integrated Microelectronics ( 1 May 2007)

ENGEL treating customers to demos

ENGEL Invited Customers to Experience the Latest Packaging Trends and Technologies

News from Engel Austria ( 1 May 2007)

Oxygen transmission test for PET

Rapid and Cost-effective Oxygen Transmission Analyzer for PET bottles Measuring oxygen transmission through bottle walls remains the benchmark test for barrier equipment qualification

News from Systech Instruments ( 1 May 2007)

New sales director targets UK and Ireland

New hire at ONStor to boost sales of clustered NAS products in the UK and Ireland

News from ONStor ( 1 May 2007)

Lift truck company gains management certification

Jungheinrich UK was awarded the PAS 99:2006 certification by Stephen Baker, Sales Director of BSI, in a presentation at IMHX 2007 in Birmingham.

News from Jungheinrich (UK) ( 1 May 2007)

Line scan camera with GigE communication

E2v has extended its AViiVA line scan camera family with the AViiVA Gigabit Ethernet UM2 and UC2 GigE cameras designed for accuracy, versatility and ease of system integration.

News from e2v technologies inc. ( 1 May 2007)

Line scan camera for more machine inspections

e2v has introduced the AViiVA UM8 high-performance 12K camera specifically designed for industrial machine vision applications, which require ever increasing rates of inspection.

News from e2v technologies inc. ( 1 May 2007)

Dynamic picking system for chemist

 User Application Article  Witron Engineering, of the Netherlands, will be providing a dynamic picking system for Netherlands' leading chemist, Kruidvat, at a planned automated warehouse.

News from Witron ( 1 May 2007)

Warehouse and picking for European distribution

 User Application Article  Staedler, a supplier of writing and drawing instruments, is planning to invest about 15 million euros in a distribution centre complete with warehouse and picking systems from Witron.

News from Witron ( 1 May 2007)

Fully mechanized warehouse and picking system

 User Application Article  Edeka in Germany is planning a new logistics centre near Hamm-Rhynern with a fully-mechanized warehouse and picking system from Witron.

News from Witron ( 1 May 2007)

Automated warehouse and picking for manufacturer

 User Application Article  Gardena, a leading manufacturer of gardening equipment and tools, awarded Witron the contract for building an automated warehouse and picking solution.

News from Witron ( 1 May 2007)

Food retailer gains order picking machinery

 User Application Article  The food retail chain Mercadona contracted Witron to design and install a fully automated warehouse and order picking machinery for dry goods.

News from Witron ( 1 May 2007)

Highbay warehouse and picking for pharmaceuticals

 User Application Article  Witron installed a highbay warehouse and integrated an additional level for picking directly into delivery cartons at a distribution centre of pharmaceutical producer Salutas.

News from Witron ( 1 May 2007)

Stainless pallet trucks and stackers for hygiene

Logitrans has introduced stainless fully-powered pallet trucks and stackers for wet environments found in the pharmaceutical and food industries.

News from Logitrans UK ( 1 May 2007)

Lifting and transporting upright steel drums

Logitrans, the Danish manufacturer of material handling equipment, has launched an attachment for Logitrans stackers for lifting and transporting upright steel drums.

News from Logitrans UK ( 1 May 2007)

From smithy to Danish materials handling giant

Ingrid Pedersen explains how she and her husband bought a little smithy near Ribe in Denmark and started manufacturing agricultural machinery, hydraulic equipment and materials handling equipment.

News from Logitrans UK ( 1 May 2007)

Truck for light duty pallet transport and lifting

Logitrans has developed a compact, flexible fully powered pallet truck from with a capacity of 1400 kg called Panther Mini, which is ideal for supermarkets.

News from Logitrans UK ( 1 May 2007)

Best-selling fork lift truck is versatile

The ever-versatile AC-powered 48 Volt Yale ATF range, available with long and short wheel base options, has remained the best-selling fork lift truck of its type.

News from Yale Europe ( 1 May 2007)

Lift truck's ergonomics improves productivity

Yale Europe has l