News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 7 October
to Saturday 13 October 2007
Vertical machining centre speeds machining by two
User Application Article A Brother 4-axis, twin-pallet, vertical machining centre supplied by Whitehouse Machine Tools is helping Hydraulic Projects machine control valve and marine steering system components.
News from Whitehouse Machine Tools (12 October 2007)
Flux for welding of stainless steels and nickels
Lincoln Electric has improved its popular Blue Max 2000 flux, enhanced for the welding of stainless steels and nickel alloys.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (12 October 2007)
Reliable gas-shielded flux cored electrodes
Lincoln Electric's UltraCore gas-shielded flux cored electrodes have been used in many demanding applications owing to their reliability and performance.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (12 October 2007)
Growing use of variable frequency drives
The growing use of variable frequency drives is leading in many cases to bearing damage and failure caused by the affects of electrical currents, according to Phil Burge, Marketing Manager at SKF. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (12 October 2007)
Native barcode generator fits reports
A native barcode generator for Oracle reports has been introduced by IDAtomation.com, that creates barcodes in Oracle Reports without the installation of additional fonts or other components.
News from IDAutomation.com (12 October 2007)
Tool selection in software for thread milling
The latest thread milling innovations from Vargus, TM Gen Software, provides thread milling users with accurate and correct tool selection as well as appropriate machining data and G Code programs.
News from Vargus Tooling UK (12 October 2007)
Moulders and thermoforming firms in directory
The 2007/08 edition of the GTMA Buyers Guide has been launched by GTMA with contact details and selection matrix by sector, making it easy for buyers to find the most appropriate supplier.
News from GTMA (12 October 2007)
Complete machining with CAM programming module
Open Mind Technologies has presented its latest innovations for CAM programming with demonstrations of the new mill/turn Hypermill Millturn module for complete machining.
News from Open Mind Technologies UK (12 October 2007)
Compact case packing and erecting machine
A newly-developed compact case packing and erecting machine, Versapack, is a joint venture between Quin Systems and Endoline, and is capable of handling 100 picks and 20 cases/minute.
News from Quin Systems (12 October 2007)
CAD and CAM second in France
A PLM report published in France "Marche Francais du PLM 2007" suggests that Missler Software has gained number two status for mid range CAD and CAM in France.
News from Missler Software (12 October 2007)
Encoder system performs as fine pitch system
The Signum RSLM encoder system from Renishaw provides all of the benefits of a 20 um encoder with the performance of a fine pitch system. Brochure Available
News from Renishaw (12 October 2007)
Robotic layer forming palletisng package
A new robotic layer forming palletising package will be introduced at Pack Expo by Kuka Automation + Robotics. Brochure Available
News from KUKA Automation + Robotics (12 October 2007)
Lean manufacturing and 'one-hit' machining
Lean manufacturing and 'one-hit' machining techniques are ways of retaining machine shop activity at European plants instead of letting the work go abroad, writes Mike Page.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles (12 October 2007)
Mould design software reduces time to market
User Application Article Synergetic M2M Group, a mouldmaking company, has reduced time to market by weeks for complex moulds by using Delcam's Powershape CAD software for mould design. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (11 October 2007)
Low cost trike replacement solvent
Solvent 602 from john Neale allows small companies to change from trike with limited investment and limited impact on process times.
News from John Neale (11 October 2007)
Broaching unit is machine friendly
The EWS-Slot device, a user and machine-friendly self contained broaching unit capable of being installed on a wide variety of CNC lathes is now available from Horn UK.
News from Horn Cutting Tools (11 October 2007)
Robust industrial-grade hand-held imager
The MS1890 Focus industrial-grade hand-held imager from Metrologic Instruments, designed to withstand 2-m falls, is available from BlueStar.
News from BlueStar (11 October 2007)
Block handling clamp improves productivity
User Application Article Aggregate Industries has improved productivity with the new BlockMaster E40TCFi block handling clamp from BandB Attachments.
News from B and B Attachments (11 October 2007)
Turnkey sliding-headstock lathe for subcontractor
User Application Article Star Micronics supplied a turnkey sliding-headstock lathe package that included a JBS compensating guide bush to subcontractor Metaltech Precision.
News from Star Micronics GB (11 October 2007)
Glass bead peening system for blades
User Application Article A turbine repair centre for refurbishing turbine compressor blades has installed the latest Guyson Multiblast RXS900 glass bead peening system. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (11 October 2007)
EPIC form factor single board computer
A high performance EPIC form factor single board computer (SBC), the EP830, which supports Socket M Intel Core2 Duo, Core Duo, and Core Solo processors has been introduced by Axiomtek.
News from Axiomtek (11 October 2007)
Six-axis industrial robots perform arc welding
Two 6-axis industrial robots for arc welding are claimed to be 40% faster than previous robots owing to advanced motion control and by minimising arc on/off time.
News from MOTOMAN Robotics Europe (11 October 2007)
Tough matting reduces fatigue, enhances safety
The latest version of Flexigrid matting, manufactured by Plastic Extruders, offers toughness, slip resistance and flexibility to reduce accidents and fatigue. Brochure Available
News from Plastic Extruders (10 October 2007)
Portfolio of multi-layer ceramic capacitors
The X7R Flex-Mitigation portfolio of multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) from Kemet, is available from TTI.
News from TTI (Europe) (10 October 2007)
Mating of the toolshank to holder is secure
The latest LMT Bilz ThermoGrip induction shrinking units allow automated secure mating of the shank of a cutting tool to its toolholder.
News from LMT Fette (10 October 2007)
Automation control software aids logistics control
User Application Article Autologic Systems has supplied its Demo3D software to Dematic, helping the company to develop equipment layouts, visualize product flows, and understand overall system operation.
News from AutoLogic Systems (10 October 2007)
Compressor lubricants offer improved life
Choosing a high performance lubricant will have a sizeable impact on the lifetime of a compressor, its efficiency as well as service routine, filter and separator life. Brochure Available
News from Batoyle Freedom Group (10 October 2007)
Turning centre for precise components
User Application Article A Mori Seiki NL2000SY Turning Centre was ordered on the stand at EMO Hanover show by Ottaway Engineering for the production of precise and intricate components. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (10 October 2007)
Oscilloscope PCI Express card
Strategic Test has announced the UF2e-2031 oscilloscope PCI Express card with 100 MS/s 8-bit ADC's that operate in an interpolated mode to acquire two channels at 200 MS/s for increased versatility.
News from Strategic Test (10 October 2007)
Vertical machining centres aid subcontractor
User Application Article Recent purchases by Verulam Engineering have included a Dugard Eagle 10 lathe, a Dugard Eagle 1000 VMC with Heidenhain iTNC 530 control and fourth axis and a Dugard Eagle 450 XP VMC. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (10 October 2007)
Micro injection machine for high tolerance work
MCP will introduce two machines at K, the first being the company's eagerly awaited 12/90 Micro injection moulding machine. Brochure Available
News from MCP Tooling Technologies (10 October 2007)
CNC lathe with sub-spindle and VMC for car maker
User Application Article Buggy manufacturer Rage invested in a Haas TL-25 CNC lathe with sub-spindle and a Haas VF-2 CNC vertical machining centre, partly because of after-sales service.
News from Haas Automation (10 October 2007)
Fibre service platform for engineering research
The new University of Alabama System Regional Optical Network has deployed Adva Fiber Service Platform (FSP) 3000RE from Adva Optical Networking.
News from Adva Optical Networking (10 October 2007)
Waste water system for reduced costs
User Application Article Edwards, manufacturer of vacuum equipment, has gained increased productivity, lower maintenance costs and environmental improvements by installing an Aqua-Save Technologies Waste Water System.
News from Aqua-save Technologies (10 October 2007)
Measuring static electricity in hazardous areas
Fraser Anti-Static has developed a unique instrument for measuring static electricity in hazardous areas, the new EX715 Static Meter, which is ATEX certified
News from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques ( 9 October 2007)
Full materials testing equipment display at K2007
See a comprehensive selection of PC-controlled materials testing machines from Lloyd Instruments on Stand D03, Hall 11 at K'2007, to be held in Dusseldorf, Germany, from 24-31 October
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 9 October 2007)
RFID data read and write with terminal
The new Simatic RF310M from Siemens Automation and Drives is used to read and write data to all RF300 tags.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 9 October 2007)
Intelligent high resolution servo drives
The cost benefits of microstep motors and the dynamic performance of closed loop control can be experienced with intelligent servo drives from Motion Drives and Controls.
News from Motion Drives and Controls ( 9 October 2007)
Five axis machining of aerospace components
User Application Article A Hedelius RS 125-K supplied by C Dugard to Oldland CNC Engineering, using five-axis technology, enables machining of larger aluminium and titanium aerospace components. Brochure Available
News from Dugard ( 9 October 2007)
Multi-channel source/measure unit is speedy
A multi-channel source/measure unit from Yokogawa, the GS820, is a programmable DC voltage and current generator capable of high-speed and highly accurate voltage and current measurement
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement ( 9 October 2007)
Double column digital height gauge
Moore and Wright has introduced a high quality version of the double column digital height gauge, available in 300mm and 600mm capacities.
News from Bowers Metrology UK ( 9 October 2007)
Heavy-duty whirling attachment with motor
User Application Article A heavy-duty whirling attachment driven by its own, high power motor, to thread-whirl components like self-tapping bone screws and surgical implants, has been introduced by Geo Kingsbury.
News from Geo Kingsbury Machine Tools ( 9 October 2007)
Low-voltage bidirectional DC motor driver IC
A low-voltage bidirectional DC motor driver IC in an ultra-compact package measuring 2 mm square and 0.55 mm high, the A3903, has been launched by from Allegro MicroSystems Europe.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe ( 9 October 2007)
Paperless integrated-display portable recorders
The MV1000 and MV2000, two new paperless portable recorders from Yokogawa Electric, have integrated display, recording, and communications functions.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation ( 9 October 2007)
Radar level meter improves accuracy
User Application Article Krohne's Optiflex 1300 TDR radar level meter has been installed by Deza to improve the accuracy and reliability of naphthalene measurement.
News from Krohne ( 9 October 2007)
Automated, in-line, x-ray inspection and QC
Automated, in-line, x-ray inspection, measurement and QC is possible with a system from 3DX-Ray that links directly into most factory SCADA or SPC systems.
News from 3DX-Ray ( 9 October 2007)
Data logger and hand-held chart recorder
Able to read up to 200 channels of temperature, humidity and voltage data, the GL800 data logger and hand-held chart recorder has a large format display.
News from Audon Electronics ( 9 October 2007)
Turret lugs for strong board connection
A comprehensive range of turret lugs that provide a strong, reliable wire to board connection - are detailed in the catalogue and website of Harwin.
News from Harwin ( 9 October 2007)
Non-contact engraving, cutting and marking
Superior non-contact engraving, cutting and marking using CO2 lasers is claimed for the range of Universal Laser Systems ( ULS ) products, from ES Technology.
News from ES Technology ( 9 October 2007)
Measuring static in hazardous areas
The new EX715 Static Meter from Fraser Anti-Static is said to be a unique instrument for measuring static electricity in hazardous areas.
News from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques ( 8 October 2007)
Explosion-proof, smart laser level transmitter
The SureShot 140XP Explosion-Proof, Smart Laser Level Transmitter from K-Tek is designed for precise level, distance, and position measurement of dry bulk solids, opaque liquids, and slurries.
News from K-Tek ( 8 October 2007)
Sealless pumps effective for cleaning
Hydra-Cell sealless pumps, from Michael Smith Engineers, are said to be effective for cleaning applications and are ideally suited to handling recycled fluids or those containing particulates.
News from Michael Smith Engineers ( 8 October 2007)
Sliding headstock mill-turn centre acquired
User Application Article A new Sigma 20 CNC sliding headstock mill-turn centre from Tornos to has been acquired by a clockmaker to manufacture a host of tiny components for its intricate timepiece mechanisms.
News from Tornos Technologies ( 8 October 2007)
IR camera for thermal surveillance
A new IR camera from Cedip Infrared Systems is a compact, powerful thermal surveillance system designed for a wide range of demanding applications. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 8 October 2007)
Multiphysics software is more accurate
The V2007.2 release of multiphysics software CFD-ACE+ from ESI Group has significant product enhancements and more than 50 maintenance requests offering increased accuracy.
News from ESI Group ( 8 October 2007)
Oscilloscope and digitizer PCI Express card
Strategic Test has launched the UF2e-3132 oscilloscope / digitizer PCI Express card eight 25 MegaSamples/s 12-bit ADC's for simultaneous sampling without time-skew errors.
News from Strategic Test ( 8 October 2007)
CNC machine tools for training
User Application Article XYZ Machine Tools has supplied three new CNC machines tools to Sunderland Engineering Training Association for the apprentice training requirements of local engineering and manufacturing companies. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 8 October 2007)
Plastic moulded components for downwind turbines
User Application Article Proven Energy has used plastic moulded components from Protomould in its range of small scale, down-wind turbines.
News from Protomold UK ( 8 October 2007)
Hydraulic technology for model testing in Norway
User Application Article Moog Controls has recently supplied advanced hydraulic technology to Marintek, a Norwegian Marine Technology Research Institute, located in Trondheim, Norway. Brochure Available
News from Moog Controls ( 8 October 2007)
CAM software offers high speed 2D cutting
CNC Software has announced the release of Mastercam X2's Maintenance Release (MR2), available to all Maintenance customers and all new Mastercam customers.
News from Mastercam ( 8 October 2007)
7500 selections for geared servo motors
The MC range of Lenze geared servo motors has expanded to cover more than 7500 selections with in-line or right-angle gearboxes. Brochure Available
News from Lenze ( 8 October 2007)
Surface preparation equipment modernised
User Application Article Sheffield based painting and blasting contractor, Broadblast, has improved efficiency and reduced carbon emissions through equipment modernisation. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group ( 8 October 2007)
Tensile, compression, tear, peel testing
Instruments for tensile, compression, tear, peel, friction and flexure testing for the plastics industry will be exhibited by Lloyd Instruments at a forthcoming exhibition.
News from Lloyd Instruments ( 8 October 2007)
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