News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 20 May
to Saturday 26 May 2007
Advanced simulation on Microsoft Excel
Portal provides simulation and modelling capability within from Microsoft Excel
News from Invensys Process Systems (25 May 2007)
Funding for Intelliden for new product development
Intelliden has secured funding to expand its product range and move into new markets
News from Intelliden (25 May 2007)
BE conference hosts geospatial seminar
Half day seminar encourages dialogue between geospatial professionals and academics Brochure Available
News from Bentley Systems (25 May 2007)
Italian machinery company upgrades to 3D
User Application Article Corazza moves from 2D drafting to 3D modeling using CoCreate OneSpace Modeling
News from CoCreate Software (25 May 2007)
Improvements in detailed failure analysis
Accuracy improved and product design cycle reduced with Pam-Crash 2G
News from ESI Group (25 May 2007)
Free license audit for Red Hat Enterprise
Free software asset management service with Red Hat Support Package
News from LinuxIT Europe (25 May 2007)
TraceParts enables free access to 3D CAD models
Free supplier collections and SketchUp models on Google 3D Warehouse with TraceParts 3D engineering content
News from TraceParts (25 May 2007)
Windows network simulation
Itheon Network Emulator allows application performance testing in Windows
News from Itheon (25 May 2007)
FEA for electromagnetic simulation
Opera finite element design tool allow users to simulate design concepts with supreme precision and accuracy
News from Vector Fields (25 May 2007)
High speed data streaming with PXI Express
National Instruments has announced the industry's first PXI Express high-speed instruments as well as the industry's first 18-slot PXI Express chassis. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (25 May 2007)
Self service web site for Brittany Ferries
User Application Article New Brittany Ferries web site allows customers to receive essential information quickly and easily by getting specific answers to their questions
News from Transversal (25 May 2007)
US plastics maker acquired by petrochemicals firm
Middle eastern petrochemicals manufacturer, SABIC, is to acquire plastics materials producer GE Plastics for a purchase price of US$11.6 billion.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (25 May 2007)
Hot key control on new keyboard from Cherry
New plug and play keyboard from Cherry incorporates silent key operation and hot key control
News from Cherry Electrical Products (25 May 2007)
Software for early system architecture exploration
CoFluent Studio enables decision making at the early project stage due to a higher level of abstraction that simplifies and speeds architectural modification
News from CoFluent Design (25 May 2007)
Training award sponsored by Training Synergy
Cross industry event recognises, promotes and acclaims excellence, professionalism, innovation and outstanding achievements
News from Training Synergy (25 May 2007)
World's smallest full-featured x86 mainboard
Tiny 10-layer Via Epia PX mainboard is based around the single-chip Via VX700 system media processor
News from VIA Technologies (25 May 2007)
WiFi health concerns likely to affect competition
Technical Background Article Scientific community polarised by WiFi heath concerns with some believing caution is imperative and the remainder believing it to be irresponsible scaremongering
News from Logan Orviss (25 May 2007)
Storage consolidation at Surrey hospital
User Application Article ONStor's n-way clustering architecture provides multiple levels of redundancy to ensure that data is always available for the Royal Surrey county hospital
News from ONStor (25 May 2007)
Instant inventory visibility using Mohawk
User Application Article North American paper manufacturer give distributors access to real-time warehouse management system increasing visibility into the company's stock facilities
News from Liaison Technologies, LLC (25 May 2007)
Registration open for RedShift International
Suppliers and retailers will get the opportunity to find out how RedPrairie is driving revenue growth in their business at the RedShift International conference in London during october Brochure Available
News from RedPrairie (25 May 2007)
Transmode and FCA roll out Polish metro networks
User Application Article Exatel is continuing to roll out the TNM network management system across metro applications within its Polish network
News from Transmode (25 May 2007)
Fault tolerant fieldbus brochure
Trunksafe brochure explains why it isn't necessary to duplicate entire segments to achieve redundancy
News from Moore Industries International (25 May 2007)
Easier 3rd party access to FEA software
Direct coupling interface and new fluid-structure interaction technology expands realistic simulation offerings
News from Dassault Systemes (25 May 2007)
New rugged notebook distributor
BlueStar to distribute the General Dynamics Itronix line of rugged notebook and tablet computers in north America
News from BlueStar (25 May 2007)
Latest 3-D modeler from 3D systems
InVision XT 3-D Modeler quickly and efficiently builds three-dimensional plastic models and prototypes directly in the office environment
News from 3D Systems Europe (25 May 2007)
Accelerated ERP deployment
With Core program, Apriso can effectively implement and support large, multi-site clients operating diverse manufacturing environments, including either discreet or process-based facilities
News from Apriso (25 May 2007)
Project management company in western China
AMEC, the international project management and services company, has been appointed by Petrochina Dushanzi Petrochemical Company as the Integrated Project Management Team (IPMT) contractor.
News from AMEC (25 May 2007)
Latest AutoCrib builds on predecessors
Enterprise class database stability in large networked AutoCrib environments with increased security and flexibility in communicating with external information systems
News from AutoCrib, Inc. (25 May 2007)
Intrinsically safe mobile computer
Mobile computer has been ATEX-certified for use in Zone 0 (gases) and Zone 20 (dusts and fibres) environments
News from Intermec Technologies (25 May 2007)
Cutting tools maker appoints sales MD
Gerald Goubau, now managing director Sales and Services for Kennametal Europe, brings with him a broad, international managerial background combined with vast marketing and sales experience.
News from Kennametal UK (25 May 2007)
Laser made plasmas to make semiconductors
A 2kW laser is specifically designed to power the generation of laser produced plasma, a technique for producing next generation semiconductors of 32nm and below.
News from Powerlase (25 May 2007)
Expanded WAN for Moss Plastic Parts
User Application Article New infrastructure links three new offices in Hungary, Poland and the Czech Republic to Moss Plastic Part's existing communications network across fifteen sites
News from SAS Group (25 May 2007)
HR System to develop and promote company talent
User Application Article Linpac expects new software to increase HR management process efficiency as well as provide a single source of data to support HR decisions across the organisation
News from Cezanne Software (25 May 2007)
Metal cutting CAM provider is lead supplier
Materials and metals cutting software provider, Delcam, has had its position as the world's leading specialist supplier of CAM software confirmed by CIMdata. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (25 May 2007)
High tensile steel blind rivet nuts offered
Two high tensile steel options for blind rivet nuts include an options with a tensile strengths of 480N/mm2 recommended for use with 8/8 material screws and 600N/mm2 for 10.9 and 12.9 screws.
News from Poly Fasteners (25 May 2007)
LFI and in-mold graining lowers component costs
An in-line injection moulding process, that combines LFI and in-mold graining, produces glassfibre-reinforced PUR parts with high-quality grained surfaces using one and the same mould.
News from Krauss-Maffei (UK) (25 May 2007)
Apprentice gains work recognition award
Young apprentice Philip Muslek, who joined Packaging Automation 12 months ago, has won the Stockport Engineering Training Association 'Apprentice of the Year' award.
News from Packaging Automation (25 May 2007)
EU coated products prices stabilise
European Union average hot dipped galvanised and electrozinc coated product prices stabilised during May, 2007, and are likely to stay stronger than electrozinc as the market for the latter is weaker.
News from MEPS (International) (25 May 2007)
Work smarter and reduce stress
Working smarter will help reduce stress in the workplace overall, and specifically that caused by the long hours culture that exists in the UK, and the huge amount of time spent commuting.
News from Work Wise UK (25 May 2007)
Paint deflects weld spatter from jigs
A semi-permanent weld-spatter deflecting paint can withstand the constant bombardment of white-hot weld-spatter on jigs and fixtures whilst providing a non-stick facing.
News from Stevens Industrial Services (25 May 2007)
Riveting systems are competitively priced
Competitively priced riveting systems install 2.4mm to 6.4mm diameter non structural rivets in all materials in assembly, road coach building and general fabrication. Brochure Available
News from Alcoa Fastening Systems (25 May 2007)
Automation systems part suit clean rooms
Automation systems company has enlarged its range of components, which now include use in clean rooms where high sterility standards are required.
News from Applied Automation (UK) MayTec Division (25 May 2007)
Chemical Business Association gains support
Derek Carpenter, sales and marketing director of Enviro Tech, has been invited to join the Events Management Committee of the Chemical Business Association. Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe (25 May 2007)
CAD and CAM build composite structure
CAD software and CAM systems have been used in the record-breaking JCB Dieselmax car to produce tooling for making carbon-fibre reinforced composite body and underfloor. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (25 May 2007)
Easy-turn handwheel suits positioning indicators
Elesa's VDSC+1 handwheel for the easy operation of gravity positioning indicators features a double diameter revolving handle for comfort and speed of action. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (25 May 2007)
Explosion panel for bucket elevators meet ATEX
European explosion panel manufacturer Elfab has introduced Lift-Gard, a flat venting system which combines both an integral frame and a detection device, Elfab's Flo-Tel, in one unit.
News from Elfab (25 May 2007)
Bursting panel for reliable explosion protection
Explosion-protection specialist Elfab has introduced the Vent-Gard range of bursting panels for the agricultural, food and beverage, and bulk distribution industries.
News from Elfab (25 May 2007)
High-power connectors improve safety in industry
PEI-Genesis has announced the PowerMod HP range of high-power industrial connectors that incorporate a number of advanced safety features to protect users. Brochure Available
News from PEI-Genesis UK (25 May 2007)
Growth of super precision taper roller bearings
Gamet Bearings, manufacturer of super precision taper roller bearings, has enjoyed a growth rate of 20 percent over the last 12 months.
News from Gamet Bearings (25 May 2007)
High-performance bearings maximise uptime
NSK's high-performance bearings provide extended uptime and reduced maintenance costs, despite operating conditions of extreme heat, water ingress, and lubricant contaminated with water and scale. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK (25 May 2007)
Growth regions need wire rod for automotives
In the last 12 months Corus, the international steel company, has delivered wire rod to Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Slovenia for the automotive industry. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (25 May 2007)
Manufacturing worktable for racing wheelchairs
User Application Article Draft Wheelchairs, Cambridge, UK, manufacture individual racing wheelchairs using the Demmeler three-dimensional worktable, supplied by Carver.
News from Carver & Co (Engineers) Ltd (25 May 2007)
Wireless fixed-base water meters in Los Lunas
User Application Article Sensus Metering Systems has installed FlexNet, an RF (radio frequency) wireless fixed-base meter reading system, for water utility customers in Los Lunas, New Mexico.
News from Sensus Metering Systems (25 May 2007)
New Orleans water board to purchase auto meters
Sensus Metering Systems' FlexNet metering solution will be used to read meters in the City of New Orleans, including some that have not been read since Hurricane Katrina.
News from Sensus Metering Systems (25 May 2007)
Yorkshire reaches European business award final
Yorkshire and Humber's Centres of Industrial Collaboration (CIC), developed by Yorkshire Forward, have made it to the final four of a European business and innovation competition.
News from Yorkshire Forward (25 May 2007)
Loop-powered digital pressure gauge
American Sensor Technologies (AST) has announced the AccuGauge AG200, a media-isolated, digital pressure gauge offering a 4 - 20mA output signal and large LCD display.
News from American Sensor Technologies (25 May 2007)
Tool for thermal characterisation of MEMS
Cedip Infrared Systems has developed the high-resolution Silver 660M thermal infrared camera which provides information about microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) structures. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (25 May 2007)
3D metrology with any microscope distributor
Armstrong Optical has been appointed UK and Ireland distributor for PhaseView's MicroPhase, SurPhase and GetPhase three-dimensional imaging products.
News from Armstrong Optical (25 May 2007)
Rack safety inspection partnership
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has joined with the Storage Equipment Safety Service (SESS) to provide a rack safety inspection service.
News from Freight Transport Association (25 May 2007)
Two speed motors still a viable option
Technical Background Article Lafert Electric Motors discusses the development of AC frequency inverters and the benefits of a simple, efficient two speed motor.
News from Lafert Electric Motors (25 May 2007)
Thermoelectrically-cooled cameras with less noise
Multipix Imaging has announced the TEC family of cameras from Imperx with thermo-electric cooling of the image sensor for minimal noise emissions. Brochure Available
News from Multipix Imaging (25 May 2007)
Furniture fixings for required torque standards
User Application Article A leading flatpack furniture manufacturer uses electronic torque tools supplied by Crane Electronics to test the torque of wood screws. Brochure Available
News from Crane Electronics (25 May 2007)
Force transducer enables real-time quality control
The U93 from HBM UK is a compact force transducer for tensile and compressive forces suitable for force-displacement monitoring during press fitting, clinching or riveting etc. Brochure Available
News from HBM UK (25 May 2007)
Starpack Awards 2007
Consumer and environmental demands played an important part in the major packaging developments rewarded at the Starpack Industry Awards 2007, from IOP: The Packaging Society
News from IOP: The Packaging Society - Starpack Awards (25 May 2007)
UK electronics manufacturing show does well
The UK's only national exhibition for electronics manufacturers, Nepcon, generated positive exhibitor feedback and lucrative on-stand business.
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (25 May 2007)
Non-contact optical measurement for roughness
Alicona Imaging has introduced 4 InfiniteFocus, a 3D surface characterisation device that allows the collection of optical 3D datasets from the surface of a material.
News from Alicona Imaging (25 May 2007)
Global flat steel prices stay steady
Real consumption of flat steel products, which has failed to recover, remains lacklustre and now scrap costs have started to slide, with two consecutive monthly drops.
News from MEPS (International) (25 May 2007)
Tube honing system raises barrel bore quality
User Application Article Using a tube honing machine, an armanents manufacturer is realising superior accuracy and easy cleaning that result from the excellent bore geometry and surface finish produced.
News from Sunnen Products Company (25 May 2007)
What defines a high-efficiency electric motor?
Technical Background Article Andy Glover of WEG UK attempts to unravel what constitutes a high-efficiency electric motor, and examines CEMEP's classification system.
News from WEG Electric Motors (UK) (25 May 2007)
Heavy machine shop revises cutting strategies
User Application Article An example of a tool supplier working closely with a heavy machine shop is the development a negative rake cutter body with a non-standard insert that provides multiple cutting edges.
News from Ceratizit UK (25 May 2007)
Direct-drive servos are energy efficient
A range of direct-drive servo motors has been launched by Motor Technology, which can result in energy savings of up to 50 per cent in some cases.
News from Motor Technology (25 May 2007)
Polypropylene and polyester films appoints VP
Polypropylene and polyester films manufacturer, Toray Plastics, has appointed Richard Schloesser to the position of executive vice president.
News from Toray Plastics (America) (25 May 2007)
Kaizen save cash at Ditone
Ditone Labels, the innovative labelling company, has implemented the Kaizen theory of manufacturing at their Cambridgeshire factory resulting in huge savings month on month.
News from Ditone Labels (25 May 2007)
Reasons to register for Labelexpo Europe 2007
In the last two weeks alone, hundreds of people have already booked their place at the printing and packaging event of the year.
News from Labelexpo (25 May 2007)
Aerotech launch linear positioning stages
Aerotech's ATS115 and ATS165 linear positioning stages are competitively priced for high performance medium precision applications. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech (25 May 2007)
Next steps in PET bottle lightweighting
WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) is to host seminar.
News from WRAP (25 May 2007)
Student Starpack Awards 2007
Finland beats the Best of British
News from IOP: The Packaging Society - Starpack Awards (25 May 2007)
New Director of Internal Audit
Presstek today announced the appointment of Wayne Parker to the position of Director of Internal Audit.
News from Presstek Inc (25 May 2007)
Flame resistant clothing designed for the RAF
DuPont : Protecting the past, present and future of the RAF.
News from DuPont (25 May 2007)
Enhancements for infrared spectrometer
The Nicolet 8700 research Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectrometer from Thermo Fisher Scientific has been given some significant enhancements.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) (24 May 2007)
Automated calibration facilities at UKAS lab
GE Sensing is holding open days to demonstrate the new automated calibration facilities at its UKAS-accredited laboratories.
News from GE Sensing (24 May 2007)
Low-cost, all-digital servo drives
Parker Electromechanical's Aries family of low-cost, all-digital servo drives have been given added flexibility. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (24 May 2007)
Filter calibrations help pupils learn
Whitehouse Scientific has installed a science trail in a local school and claims a dramatic effect on pupils. Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific (24 May 2007)
Comtech in business process management alliance
Partnership results in machine to machine connectivity integrated with enterprise systems
News from Comtech M2M (24 May 2007)
Modular grinders chase crankshaft pins
User Application Article Modular cylindrical grinding machines, which can be built for crankshafts up to 6m long, use pin-chasing process to machine to high accuracy and best surface finish. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK (24 May 2007)
Female engineers given prominence
'Handbags and Hydraulics' is the title of a presentation to be made in an event, which will bring together women from across Yorkshire involved in science and engineering.
News from University of Bradford (24 May 2007)
Ceramic grades accelerate exotic alloy machining
Round ceramic tooling inserts perform tough machining, profiling and pocketing in heat resistant super alloys and also reduce component burr and improve component quality.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (24 May 2007)
Broaching device machines back-up roll slot
User Application Article Broaching system, mounted on the cross-slide of a horizontal borer, reduced the time from 40h to 24h to machine a 28mm wide keyway slot in a large back-up roll for a steel rolling mill.
News from Horn Cutting Tools (24 May 2007)
CNC punch press saves power for drilling
User Application Article CNC punch press saves power consumption uses a regenerative braking system - capacitors store energy from deceleration of the machine axes - redirecting it to power a drilling and cutting cell. Brochure Available
News from Press and Shear Machinery (24 May 2007)
Identifying successful UK metal fabrication firms
The prosperity of a metals fabrication company depends on the ingredients in a finely-balanced 'recipe' that includes good margins, low borrowing, responsible management and foresight.
News from Plimsoll Publishing (24 May 2007)
Plastics injection moulder partners awarded
Two Arburg managing partners have acquired the American Society of Plastics Engineering's Business Management Award for 2007.
News from Arburg (24 May 2007)
Laser components firm gains in France, USA
To strengthen its position in France, Laser Components has acquired Optophotonics and the company has also signed a deal with Cal Sensors, USA, for IR PbS/PbSe detectors and IR Emitters.
News from Laser Components (UK) (24 May 2007)
Conference to update on agile manufacturing
A three-day international conference on Agile Manufacturing (ICAM 2007) will update understanding of agile methods from the design, manufacture and business process perspectives. Brochure Available
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (24 May 2007)
Injection moulding machines save power
Injection moulding machines have exceptionally low energy consumption and feature double pump, third generation power saving hydraulic system.
News from Sandretto UK (24 May 2007)
Rotary and linear machining systems are accurate
User Application Article Complex features in fuel injection components can be incorporated into a single highly repetitive automated cycle including the generation under CNC of profiles and internal recesses.
News from Mikron Machining Technology (24 May 2007)
Gas purge shield protects weld underbeads
A gas purging shield provides repeatable quality inert gas coverage and is particularly suitable for protecting the underbead of welds in stainless steel, titanium and other reactive alloys. Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (24 May 2007)
Software eases grinding of complex cutters
Software permits the easy grinding of even the most complex tools, with grinding strategy selected according to the cutting out of end cutters.
News from Schneeberger, J (24 May 2007)
Metal detectable plastics machines easily
Metal detectable engineering plastics is X ray visible, has excellent wear resistance, is high impact resistant and is is easy to machine.
News from E-Components and Chains (24 May 2007)
CNC drill sharpener offered on 20% discount
Offering a 20% discount deal, a CNC drill sharpener combines CNC 4-axis sharpening of a wide range of twin flute drill point types, with simple, one-touch operation. Brochure Available
News from Kitagawa Europe (24 May 2007)
Machining centre uses two, not eight, set-ups
User Application Article Formula One racing car components that once required eight set-ups for machining are now completed in just two, with considerable costs and time savings, using a 5-axis machining centre.
News from DMG (UK) (24 May 2007)
Machining centre eases furniture bottleneck
User Application Article Fitted furniture maker has overcome major production bottleneck by installing a CNC woodworking machining centre, which has an easy-to-use multi-positioning programming software.
News from Masterwood (UK) (24 May 2007)
Low cost replacement chuck proves popular
User Application Article Low cost replacement chuck is designed and developed to provide a cheaper alternative to imported power chucks and is proving its worth through booming sales.
News from Pratt Burnerd International (24 May 2007)
Metal Detectable Engineering Plastic
E-Components and Chains Limited of Pocklington UK are pleased to announce the launch of their Detectamet Metal Detectable Engineering Plastic Detectathene.
News from E-Components and Chains (24 May 2007)
Secrets of prosperous companies revealed
A new league table from leading financial analysts Plimsoll Publishing aims to provide an answer to that age-old question in the Packaging market: Why do some companies fail and others prosper?
News from Plimsoll Publishing (24 May 2007)
ELAU Appoints Barr and Paatz
Barr and Paatz of Totnes, Devon has been appointed UK systems integrator for robot solutions, by the world's largest and fastest-growing automation supplier for packaging machinery, ELAU.
News from Barr and Paatz (24 May 2007)
New packaging course brochure launched
The Packaging Society has launched a new brochure detailing the range of training courses on offer from the Society.
News from IOP: The Packaging Society - Seminars, Total 2007 (24 May 2007)
Moldflow Announces Structural Alliance
Moldflow Corporation announced the commercial release of Moldflow Structural Alliance (MSA) 1.0.
News from Moldflow (Europe) (24 May 2007)
SpeedAC NXT awarded MID certificate
The SpeedAC NXT weighing controller is an advanced controller that provides precision bag filling weights across the Chronos Richardson bagging weigher portfolio.
News from Chronos Richardson (24 May 2007)
Sigpack Systems meets the challenge
A specialty pharmaceutical company making women's healthcare and dermatological products has adopted Sigpack Systems' state of the art packaging machinery to meet rising production demands.
News from Sig Pack Services (24 May 2007)
Metal detectable engineering plastic
E-Components and Chains offers a new metal detectable engineering plastic.
News from E-Components and Chains (24 May 2007)
Stencil system extends surface mount flexibility
DEK has announced the launch of OptiGuard, a new stencil system that extends the acclaimed VectorGuard stencil range to deliver enhanced manufacturing flexibility.
News from DEK (23 May 2007)
Guide to machine and process safeguarding
An Engineering Guide to Machine and Process Safeguarding has been revised and reisuued for 2007-8 by Omron Scientific Technologies.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies (23 May 2007)
Lighting for vision sensing applications
Banner Engineering's lighting for vision sensing applications has been supplemented with more models.
News from Banner Engineering (23 May 2007)
Data acquisition without code writing skills
TracerDAQ is the latest low-cost data acquisition product from measurement computing which operates out of the box without the need for writing code
News from Measurement Computing (23 May 2007)
Recognition for enterprise architecture tools
Casewise earns top score for Enterprise Architecture tools
News from Casewise (23 May 2007)
Ethernet Direct exhibiting in South Africa
Ehternet Direct to offer South Africa industries a choice of highly reliable and superior quality Industrial Ethernet and Networking products
News from Ethernet Direct (23 May 2007)
Made4Net makes appearance in IT guide
Supply chain execution software recognised for ability to achieving greater ROI
News from Made4net (23 May 2007)
Video conferencing for OKI Industries
Oki Electric Industry acquire Visual Nexus business, a software-based video conferencing system.
News from Oki Electric Industry (23 May 2007)
Comprehensive sheet metal management tool
Lantek Expert III provides for current and future management needs from attracting customers through to the final support service.
News from Lantek Sheet Metal Solutions (23 May 2007)
Plug and play RAID 1 storage system
RAID 1 storage for any computer equipped with FireWire or USB2
News from NewerTech (23 May 2007)
Open source network management for Red Hat
User Application Article Open source tools provide enterprise-level availability, performance and operational efficiency for Red Hat
News from Groundwork Open Source (23 May 2007)
JTAG Technologies enhances test services
User Application Article MRP uses JTAG DataBlaster with QuadPOD signal conditioning interface to manage boundary scan chains Brochure Available
News from JTAG Technologies (23 May 2007)
Layer 7 traffic manager for Windows
ZXTM now runs on Windows servers giving an alternative to more expensive, less sophisticated hardware load balancers
News from Zeus Technology (23 May 2007)
ERP system for woodworking manufacturer
User Application Article Timber manufacturer installs ERP system from Access Supply Chain to underpin its drive towards lean manufacturing
News from Access Supply Chain (23 May 2007)
Chemical compound and process analysis
User Application Article Enterprise analytics platform enables live analysis of data whilst tests are still taking place
News from Spotfire (23 May 2007)
BlueCielo at asset management conference
InnoCielo software to be demonstrated at asset management conference in San Diego
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (23 May 2007)
Optimising distribution management
TrueProducer delivers a 360-degree view of producer information to ensure the maximum service level
News from Callidus Software (23 May 2007)
On line beer dispensing analysis
Retailers to make better informed decisions due to M2M approach to dispensing tasks
News from Comtech M2M (23 May 2007)
Moxa exhibiting at Computex 2007
MOXA's to exhibit manufacturing IT products such as industrial redundant ethernet solutions
News from Moxa Technologies (23 May 2007)
Packaging Automation apprentice scoops award
Packaging Automation is maintaining its reputation as one of the best training grounds for young engineers in the country, as yet another of the company's young apprentices picks up an award.
News from Packaging Automation Ltd (23 May 2007)
Arcel provides solution for sustainable packaging
Brand owners are searching for new ways to meet demanding sustainability guidelines.
News from Novachem (23 May 2007)
MonoSol LLC Expands Manufacturing Capabilities
MonoSol LLC has finalized the purchase of a 15-acre (61,000 square meters) industrial green field site in La Porte, Indiana.
News from MonoSol LLC (23 May 2007)
Inventory management with RFID technology
Crown has adopted the CribMaster inventory management system which uses RFID technology to provide material handling and logistics support.
News from Crown Lift Trucks (23 May 2007)
Lift truck firm develops fleet management
Crown Equipment has developed InfoLink, a wireless fleet management system capable of communicating lift truck data to a central server using the network that most warehouses already have in place.
News from Crown Lift Trucks (23 May 2007)
New REACH chemical regulations
REACH chemical regulations come effective on 1st June.
News from Fosse Liquitrol (23 May 2007)
Fortress wins queen's award for innovation
UK manufacturer of safety interlocking equipment, including for hazardous areas, Fortress Interlocks, has been officially recognised for its innovation.
News from Fortress Interlocks (22 May 2007)
Institute helps with welding method
A leading manufacturer of vibration testing systems turned to TWI for assistance in identifying the right method when looking for an alternative manufacturing route.
News from TWI (The Welding Institute) (22 May 2007)
Research and development essential for growth
Research and development has the reputation for being a luxury but is essential for growth, says Christoph Kratky, President of the Austrian Science Fund.
News from European Science Foundation (22 May 2007)
Single channel strain gauge signal conditioners
The 6202 Series of single channel strain gauge signal conditioners has been launched by Calex of Concord California.
News from Calex Electronics (22 May 2007)
Materials testing and spectrum analysis online
A new microsite dedicated to XRF materials testing and analysis explains the useful and diverse applications of the Fischer XRF spectrum analyser range. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) (22 May 2007)
Compact guides for precise linear motion
Micromech's RSD linear bearings are are compact guides for precise linear motion providing high accuracy with reliability.
News from Micromech (22 May 2007)
Changing automotive manufacturing in Europe
The European automotive manufactures face many technical and strategic changes in how and where they build cars and trucks, reports Mike Page from a recent German conference.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles (22 May 2007)
Materials handling system wins award
User Application Article Gebhardt has completed the installation of a $3.7 million materials handling system in a new 42,500m master warehouse with 145,000 storage points opened by Mercedes-Benz.
News from European Conveyor Systems (22 May 2007)
Fasteners and precision components acquisiation
Doncasters has completed its acquisition of North American based manufacturer of fasteners and precision components, FastenTech, from Citigroup Venture Capital for around $492 million.
News from Doncasters Group (22 May 2007)
Dispenser simplifies two-component adhesives use
An improved ergonomically designed dispenser provides a more mechanical advantage over other manual dispensers to make the use of two-component adhesives easier.
News from Sulzer Mixpac USA (22 May 2007)
Hemming closure systems orders awarded
Manufacturer of mechanical hemming closure systems, DV Automation, has won more than GBP 1 million of orders for systems to be supplied to mainland Europe and South America.
News from DV Automation (22 May 2007)
Machining CAM systems functionality upgraded
ESPIRIT CAM software developments include upgraded functions for milling, turning and wire EDM programming and developments in CAD to CAM feature exchange software. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (22 May 2007)
Turning inserts have reduced edge build-up
Turning insert grades feature reduced cutting friction and built-up edges when machining mild steel, stainless steel and other difficult to cut materials.
News from TaeguTec UK (22 May 2007)
CNC profiling corner slowdown improved
A CAD/CAM and nesting software system for use with all CNC punching and profiling machines now includes expanded profiling corner slowdown capabilities.
News from Jetcam International (22 May 2007)
Automation and drives president announced
Succeeding Tilo Brandis, Guenter Lauber will be the new president of the Electronics Assembly Systems at Siemens Automation and Drives.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 May 2007)
Tetra Pak launches cap production in Russia
Packaging company, Tetra Pak, is to produce caps in Russia to significantly simplify logistics, reduce the lead time and offer Russian customers more flexibility.
News from Tetra Pak (22 May 2007)
DuPont introduces FDA-compliant PLA modifier
DuPont Packaging has announced expansion of its DuPont Biomax Strong family of polymer additives to include an FDA compliant grade for food contact applications.
News from DuPont (UK) (22 May 2007)
Systech analyser used to test packaging film
A Systech 8001 oxygen permeation analyser is being used to test Xylophane, a novel, biodegradable packaging film being developed in Sweden.
News from Systech Instruments (22 May 2007)
Self adhesive labeller is compact
User Application Article A compact, fully automatic self adhesive labeller - has been introduced to an existing production line that was previously used for packaging products without labels.
News from Newman Labelling Systems (22 May 2007)
New compact high speed, twin lane counter
Easiweigh, part of the GSH Group, is launching its new Twin Lane Counter at the TOTAL Show 2007.
News from Easiweigh (GSH Group) (22 May 2007)
Coding and marking firm aims for GSI compliance
GS1, dedicated to the development and implementation of global data standards and solutions for the supply chain, retains Paul Nutter, to achieve GSI compliance.
News from DataLase (22 May 2007)
Packaging firm updates strapping equipment
UK packaging plant has installed strapping and stretch wrapping equipment, which has their high performance and low maintenance requirements.
News from Mosca Direct (22 May 2007)
Rigid plastics packaging equipment maker acquired
Sonoco is to acquire Matrix Packaging, manufacturer of rigid plastics packaging equipment, using extrusion blow molding, injection stretch blow molding and injection molding.
News from Sonoco Consumer Products (22 May 2007)
Packaging firm benefits from innvation
The Packaging Technology Division of the Bosch group, selling in the food and pharmaceutical industry, records a 6% increase in turnover.
News from Bosch Packaging Machinery (22 May 2007)
Dome-style containers suit 'ready to roast'
User Application Article Offering major presentation, cooking and handling benefits, innovative dome-style containers have proved an ideal packaging medium for fresh and frozen 'Ready to Roast' products.
News from D2 Food Systems (22 May 2007)
School visit to Crowcon was a great success
A recent school visit to gas detection specialist Crowcon's Abingdon, Oxfordshire headquarters was a great success. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (22 May 2007)
Digital measuring speeds reverse engineering
User Application Article Faro Technologies introduced the Platinum FaroArm into the reverse engineering process of a company and reduced pattern production time by 50%.
News from FARO Technologies (22 May 2007)
Laser tracker aims to break land-speed record
User Application Article Faro Technologies has provided the Laser Tracker and FaroArm to acquire the digital measurements needed to manufacture a car to challenge the world land-speed record. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (22 May 2007)
Metrology applications team measures up
Nikon Instruments has recruited two industrial applications specialists to ensure that users of the manual metrology and video measurement systems derive maximum benefit. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (21 May 2007)
Connecting control systems to the internet
Technical Background Article Jeremy Shinton of Mitsubishi Electric looks at new technologies which will enable industrial control systems to be connected to the web. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (21 May 2007)
Small gear motors specialist expands in UK
Zeitlauf, the small gear motors specialist, has moved to larger premises in Buckingham and changed its name to Zeitlauf Gearmotors.
News from Zeitlauf UK (21 May 2007)
Compressed air specialist gains H and S standard
Compressed air specialist, Thorite, has received accreditation from SAFEcontractor, a programme which recognises exceptional standards of health and safety practice in UK industry.
News from Thorite (21 May 2007)
QC force testing for solenoid manufacturer
User Application Article Solenoid manufacturer, Parmeko, has been provided with a force testing solution to perform quality control assessment of their products on the factory floor by Mecmesin. Brochure Available
News from Mecmesin (21 May 2007)
Enterprise software importance in BPO market
Technical Background Article BPO success depends on the IT capabilities of external service providers according to report from Equaterra
News from EquaTerra (21 May 2007)
Turning, grinding and machining goes wireless
FSG Tool and Die has introduced a wireless communication system for its turning, CNC grinding and high-speed CNC machining sections following a relocation.
News from FSG Tool and Die (21 May 2007)
Precision casting for gas turbine industry wins
Doncasters Precision Castings, a manufacturer for the gas turbine industry, has been presented with an award for supplier growth by client General Electric.
News from Doncasters Group (21 May 2007)
CNC device networking hardware
Quatech liaises with Refresh Your Memory to exhibit CNC device networking and hardware solutions at EASTEC Exhibition and Conference
News from Quatech (21 May 2007)
Skills assessment program for British Council
User Application Article British Council deploys web based skills assessment and management program from MyKnowledgeMap
News from MyKnowledgeMap (21 May 2007)
ROI case for eProcurement
Technical Background Article High levels of uncontrolled procurement spending makes case for investment in eProcurement
News from Wax Digital (21 May 2007)
AVST celebrates its 25th anniversary
AVST continues to match the evolving requirements of communications market after 25 years
News from AVST (21 May 2007)
3D secure for improved on-line food ordering
Online ordering credit card payment processing system increases internet ordering capability for shops and restaurants
News from Andromeda (21 May 2007)
Verified e-mail delivery
CertifiedEmail indicates trusted status protecting customers from email scams
News from Goodmail Systems (21 May 2007)
SmartFocus provides means for targetted marketing
User Application Article Intelligent Marketing system provides more insight into customers enabling more efficient and cost-effective management of data and marketing campaigns.
News from smartfocus (21 May 2007)
Visiprise growth recognised in Atlanta
Atlanta Business Chronicles ranks Visiprise 17th in its 2007 Pacesetters list
News from Visiprise (21 May 2007)
Warehouse management for flexibility at Hozelock
User Application Article Hozelock chooses RedPrairie Warehouse Management for Birmingham distribution centre management Brochure Available
News from RedPrairie (21 May 2007)
Cabinet software for bespoke furniture
User Application Article Cabinet Vision software provides for all requirements from design and pricing through to full cutting lists and BOM for any bespoke furniture work
News from Planit Holdings (21 May 2007)
Wallingford conference call for papers
Hydraulic modeling and asset management user conference by Wallingford to be held in september
News from Wallingford Software (21 May 2007)
CDS to present at Launch: Silicon Valley event
Catalog Data Solutions to present its innovative approach at the 'Launch: Silicon Valley 2007' on June 5, 2007.
News from Catalog Data Solutions (CDS) (21 May 2007)
SAS networks connects international sites
User Application Article Challenges of meeting seasonal demand from multiple global locations helped by installation of IP-based communication infrastructure at confectionary manufacturers
News from SAS Group (21 May 2007)
Sterling recognised in 2007 hot company list
Start-IT magazine Hottest Companies of 2007 list includes Sterling Commerce
News from Sterling Commerce (21 May 2007)
On-demand dynamic product documentation
Astoria On-Demand provides manufacturers with the means to release more products more quickly in more variations than ever before.
News from Astoria Software (21 May 2007)
Simulation life cycle management with Simulia
Simulia SLM enables early simulation integration with product and process development activities
News from Dassault Systemes (21 May 2007)
Netbenefit hosts the New Statesman's web site
User Application Article New Statesman's worries about the ability of its website to stand up to high traffic volumes no longer an issue with outsourcing decision
News from NetBenefit (21 May 2007)
Automated calibration system offers reliability
Calibration Dynamics has announced the MB Win 475 from MB Dynamics, an automated solution for the calibration of accelerometers, vibration sensors and displacement transducers.
News from Calibration Dynamics (21 May 2007)
Pick and place machine for electronic components
Production automation system specialist, Contax, will be exhibiting the Essemtec FLX2010-LCV pick and place machine at Nepcon 2007, a flexible SMD machine with automatic dispensing.
News from Contax (21 May 2007)
Servo-controlled rotary knife application
QuickSilver Controls' SilverDust servo controller/driver has been developed to perform rotary knife applications such as cutting, sealing or perforating material moving along a conveyor.
News from QuickSilver Controls (21 May 2007)
Electronic access control for tool drawer cabinets
Intellikey has supplied its electronic key-based access control systems to Bott for installation into tool drawer cabinets for use by one of the UK's leading aerospace manufacturers.
News from Intellikey (21 May 2007)
PCB tester minimises damage of unit under test
Aeroflex has introduced the 4550 Flying Probe printed circuit board (PCB) tester, which minimises potential damage to the unit under test by decelerating towards the end of Z-axis travel.
News from Aeroflex (21 May 2007)
Open architecture PCB tester adapts to standards
Aeroflex has enhanced the 5800 Series ATE (Automatic Test Equipment) system with digital functional test capabilities for mixed-signal testing and in-system device programming.
News from Aeroflex (21 May 2007)
Electrical cylinder for programmable positioning
Festo has launched the DNCE series of electrical piston-rod cylinders with an intelligent servomotor option for all-in-one programmable positioning for industrial automation. Brochure Available
News from Festo (21 May 2007)
On-line environmental resource for trace analysis
Thermo Fisher Scientific has announced an environmental resource centre for trace element analysis suitable for laboratory managers, instrument users and scientists.
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (21 May 2007)
Particle size analyser for sprays and aerosols
Malvern Instruments has exhibited the Spraytec system, used widely for the analysis of particle size in a broad range of sprays and aerosols, at ILASS Americas 2007.
News from Malvern Instruments (21 May 2007)
Financial report via conference call and webcast
Ansoft will announce fourth quarter and year-end financial results via a conference call and webcast on Wednesday 23rd May, 2007.
News from Ansoft Europe (21 May 2007)
FAS SPrint Bagger launched
Automated Packaging Systems is launching a new product into the food sector at this year's TOTAL Process and Packaging Show. Brochure Available
News from Automated Packaging Systems (21 May 2007)
Powerful PCs for computing in harsh environments
Siemens Automation and Drives (AandD) has equipped its compact and rugged industrial PCs Simatic Box PC 627B and Simatic Panel PC 677B with powerful and energy-saving Intel Core 2 Duo processors.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (21 May 2007)
Harlands create labels for whisky
Harlands Labels has created the labels for Inver House Distillers and North Highland Products first ever North Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, Barrogill.
News from Harlands Labels (21 May 2007)
Bosch Introduces FLT1020 Vial Filling System
Bosch Pharmaceutical USA, a Bosch Packaging Technology company, augments its portfolio of vial filling solutions with the FLT1020, a new system designed for increased efficiency in clinical trials.
News from Bosch Packaging Machinery (21 May 2007)
Fastener supplier deal brings many benefits
User Application Article Setting up a supplier partnership with a manufacturer of fasteners enabled a fabrcator also take advantage of help in solving fastener problems in a wide range of fabrications.
News from Northern Precision (21 May 2007)
Operations management wins manufacturing award
Supplier of automation, hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication and connector services, Livingston and Haven, has won a US magazine's Progressive Manufacturing Award.
News from Livingston and Haven (21 May 2007)
Attachment enables multi-hole drilling
Affordable multiple spindle head attachments for use with a single-spindle drilling machine, (or drill-press), or milling machine enable the drilling of multi-hole patterns in workpieces.
News from AutoDrill (21 May 2007)
Google names Mediasurface in partner awards
Award recognises strength of partnership between Mediasurface and Google.
News from Mediasurface (21 May 2007)
SOA improves performance and scalability
Open source IT management provided by service-oriented architecture powered by Groundwork Monitor
News from Groundwork Open Source (21 May 2007)
The problems of outsourcing offshore
Technical Background Article Dr Graham Oakes looks at offshoring and asks where all the managers have gone
News from Graham Oakes Limited (21 May 2007)
New brand for Geospatial vision
Yotta is the new brand from Geospatial vision for mapping, setting class-leading standards for extracting tiny details from huge datasets
News from OMG (21 May 2007)
Lotus notes functionality for Windows mobile 6
MSuite provides advanced Lotus Notes messaging including Lotus related functionality to Windows-focused devices
News from CommonTime (21 May 2007)
Efficiency boost at BioPlastics with VX software
User Application Article BioPlastics now able to send extrusion die 3D models directly to the tooling shop without translation
News from VX Corporation (21 May 2007)
New post-acquisition product range from GDS
Recent acquisition leads to improvement in products and services offerings from GDS
News from GDS (21 May 2007)
Retail Solutions to show the shop of the future
New technologies on show at Retail Solutions 2007 including RFID tags provide retailers with the ability to improve customer services
News from Retail Solutions (21 May 2007)
Ariba's European procurement roadshow
SupplyWatch Roadshow provides information for maximising sourcing efforts for procurement personnel
News from Ariba (21 May 2007)
Lean manufacturing reduces carbon footprint
Technical Background Article LMR's Lean consulting enhances stability, materials flow and operating systems whilst reducing carbon footprint and establishing sustainable business improvements
News from LMR (21 May 2007)
Storage tower speeds up metals delivery
User Application Article A cassette type storage tower for tube and long metals stock is enabling faster delivery of materials to production machinery to manufacture metal furniture.
News from Kasto (21 May 2007)
Open source MySQL database a critical component
User Application Article Newsroom system goes digital with the help of open source database from MySQL
News from MySQL AB (21 May 2007)
New scanning software for DVLA
User Application Article Document processing improvements at the DVLA using scanning and document capture software
News from Banctec (21 May 2007)
Adhesives make stronger structure bonds
Lightweight adhesives form long-life durable bonds that resist high sheer and peel, compression, moisture and extreme temperature changes in metals and plastics.
News from Intertronics (21 May 2007)
CAD/CAM supplier sales recorded as highest ever
CAD/CAM software supplier reports that Mastercam has recorded its highest ever first quarter sales in its 23 years of business.
News from Mastercam (21 May 2007)
USA non-ferrous surface treatment center set up
Developer of a plasma electrolytic oxidation surface treatment for aluminium and magnesium, Keronite, has opened a technology center in Indianapolis, USA.
News from Keronite (21 May 2007)
Parts marked in-process while machining
Machined product marking tools mark turned and milled parts in-process directly on CNC turning centres and machining centres, so saving an average of 12% costs per part.
News from Floyd Automatic Tooling (21 May 2007)
Materials handling demand changes management
Large materials handling equipment supplier, Excel Automation, has appointed a new general manager and a production manager to cope with a growing order book.
News from Excel Automation (21 May 2007)
CAD/CAM software meets woodworking needs
User Application Article A mdular CAD/CAM software makes it a suitable tool for all woodworking business business requirements from design and pricing through to full cutting lists and BOM for any bespoke job. Brochure Available
News from Alphacam (21 May 2007)
CNC sliding head automatics do well in Europe
Europe has been identified as the fastest growing market for Japanese-built Citizen CNC sliding head automatic lathes, said distributor NC Engineering, reporting 2006 sales up by 25%. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (21 May 2007)
Power collet chucks help automate CNC lathes
Self-contained power collet chucks have a built-in air cylinder making them ideal for automating CNC lathes and converting manually operated chucks to a power chucking.
News from Jato Precision (21 May 2007)
EDM helps boost prototypes manufacture
User Application Article German prototype component manufacturer invested in die-sinking and wire EDM to enable it to work to high precision and meet tight delivery dates.
News from HK Technologies (21 May 2007)
Wire EDM work brought in-house to lower costs
User Application Article Instead of subcontracting out wire EDM work, a UK precision engineering company has invested in its own wire-EDM machine to increase the company's cost-competitiveness.
News from Agie Charmilles (21 May 2007)
CNC machine tools boost oil/gas part manufacture
User Application Article Manufacturer of oil and gas sector components in difficult to machine metals and alloys has invested in a GBP 1,25 million expansion programme, including five CNC machine tools.
News from Mills Manufacturing Technology (21 May 2007)
Industrial displays company expands by acquisition
Designer and manufacture of industrial display equipment, GDS, has acquired Clearview Displays, CPG International and Finmek Automation to enahnce its products and services.
News from GDS (21 May 2007)
Automation determines BIW consistency
Technical Background Article Where prudent, a German builder of luxury car body-in-white assemblies on a low volume basis uses automation where consistency of assembly is required, reports the editor, Mike Page.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles (21 May 2007)
Shrink wrapping benefits discussed
Over the years there has been much debate about the advantages and disadvantages of shrink-wrapping versus corrugated board.
News from Aetna UK (21 May 2007)
Trucks run on blend of biodiesel and petrodiesel
Yale Europe Materials Handling has announced some its VX and DB/EB counterbalanced trucks can run on a blend of biodiesel and traditional petroleum diesel.
News from Yale Europe (21 May 2007)
AC-powered, low-level order picking trucks
Yale Europe Materials Handling has introduced the MO20 and MO20S, two AC-powered, low-level order picking trucks designed for performance and operator comfort.
News from Yale Europe (21 May 2007)
Company sells more laser trackers any other
Faro Technologies, provider of portable CAM2 solutions, shipped 50% more laser trackers than any other company in a three year period.
News from FARO Technologies (21 May 2007)
Narrow aisle trucks service toy warehouse
CPD Logistics took delivery of two Flexi trucks from Narrow Aisle to service its toy warehouse, which had been converted to a very narrow aisle system.
News from Narrow Aisle (21 May 2007)
British fork lift truck company wins design award
Narrow Aisle has been awarded the Fork Lift Truck Association's design achievement award for their Flexi articulated fork lift truck.
News from Narrow Aisle (21 May 2007)
Approvals granted for portable gas detectors
Crowcon extends UL and CSA approved portable gas detector range. Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (21 May 2007)
Coordinate measurement system has software partner
Faro Technologies, provider of portable 3D coordinate measurement systems for the computer-aided measuring market, has announced a partnership with Metrologic. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
Latest versions of 3D laser scanning software
Faro Technologies, manufacturer of portable measurement arms and laser trackers, has released the latest versions of its 3D laser scanning software family. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
Measurement device for on-machine inspection
Faro Technologies has developed the PowerGAGE, a portable measurement device that enables manufacturers to verify that a part meets CAD specifications. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
Laser trackers have expanded temperature range
Faro Technologies has introduced the Laser Tracker X and Xi models which feature an expanded temperature range for greater adaptability to harsh manufacturing environments. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
3D laser scanning for massive spaces
Faro Technologies has announced the Faro Scene 3.0 software which is suitable for tunnel excavation and mining etc, allowing users to digitise massive spaces into 3D data. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
Two top-selling portable CMMs in one package
Faro Technologies has released the TrackArm which combines two of its top-selling portable coordinate measuring machines into a single package. Brochure Available
News from Faro UK (21 May 2007)
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