News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 October
to Saturday 20 October 2007
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) suites
The Epicor Productivity Pyramid brings together tools that empower knowledge workers to access, leverage and extend the reach of data residing in Epicor's enterprise resource planning (ERP) suites.
News from Epicor (19 October 2007)
Wires for welding steels and alloys
Lincoln Electric's Outershield Wire Product Catalogue has been launched with its range of gas-shielded flux-cored wires for automatic and semi-automatic welding of mild steel and low alloy steels.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (19 October 2007)
Leading transfer rates with iSCSI storage
Data transfer rates in excess of 1100MB/s are possible with the latest family of iStor inAbled Ai-ProSAS iSCSI storage solutions from Axstor.
News from AXSTOR (19 October 2007)
Washing system increases life
User Application Article The life of an innovative reusable packaging system is being increased and contamination removed by a wash, rinse and dry machine. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (18 October 2007)
Contract balancing and diagnostics
A contract balancing service from Schenck Balancing Centre offers contract balancing and diagnostics as well as specialist expertise and consultancy.
News from Schenck (18 October 2007)
Service enterprise includes accounting interface
Epicor's Service Enterprises solution will help Epicor to address a broader market space and includes an enhanced accounting interface tuned to support throughput.
News from Epicor (18 October 2007)
Cut resistance, comfort and dexterity from gloves
The Texblade TB15 from Marigold is manufactured using high performance Techcor knitting technology, to provide the perfect combination of cut resistance, comfort and dexterity.
News from Marigold Industrial (18 October 2007)
Space saving rodless cylinders
The RTC series rodless cylinders from Bosch Rexroth employ an oval shape that allows for high loads and torques resulting in a space saving design, as opposed to the more common round piston.
News from Bosch Rexroth (18 October 2007)
Powerful drafting plug-in for CAD software
A powerful drafting plug-in for Pro/engineer has been introduced by CAD Schroer that replaces the need for a 3-tier (Pro/E - 2D - paper) approach.
News from CAD Schroer (18 October 2007)
Insert and cutter body design aids productivity
User Application Article WNT (UK) was given an opportunity by Quinton Major Precision to solve the inherent tool life problem associated with a job that needed a productive tool solution. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (18 October 2007)
Wire aids MIG welding on aluminum
Lincoln Electric's SuperGlaze Aluminum MIG wire minimizes control problems associated with aluminum wire feeding such as birdnesting, tangling and burnback.
News from Lincoln Electric Company, The (18 October 2007)
Cylindrical grinding developments shown
Two cylindrical grinding machine developments offer precision universal grinding and a modular system that can combine conventional and high speed grinding processes.
News from Danobat Group (17 October 2007)
Rapid prototyping and manufacturing software
Magics 12, software for rapid prototyping and manufacturing, has been released by Materialise with highlights that include batch import and enhanced user friendliness.
News from Materialise (17 October 2007)
Telescopic lifting column is smooth and quiet
The Serapid LinkLift is a telescopic lifting column designed to solve problems associated with vertical motion, which can accommodate high trim lifting applications quietly, smoothly and safely.
News from Serapid (17 October 2007)
Learning technology seminar and virtual enterprise
Learning Light (LL) has run a seminar on human capital management as well as a Virtual Enterprise Network (VEN) to demonstrate learning technologies in the workplace.
News from Learning Light (17 October 2007)
CNC laser profiler speeds cutting by 60%
User Application Article A CNC laser profiler installed at a subcontract sheet metal working company has cut profiling times by 60% and helpd the firm diversify into other markets. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (17 October 2007)
Single range sound level meter
The single range sound level meter, boasting excellent logging capability and alarm functionality, has been introduced by Svantec.
News from Dynamic Measurement Solutions (17 October 2007)
Multi-spindle automatic lathes advance
As the operational flexibility of CNC multi-spindle lathes increases and the changeover times dramatically reduce, is it time for large batch production to use more of them, asks Mike Page.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles (17 October 2007)
CNC automatic lathes up speed, flexibility
Italian builder of CNC automatics introduced advances in the design and control of CNC single- and multi-spindle lathes as well as multislide machines, all developed to raise output and flexibility.
News from DMG (UK) (17 October 2007)
Multi-spindle automatic machines billets
A multi-spindle automatic lathe designed for machining parts from billets features a 'toboggan' loading system that allows two work pieces to be processed simultaneously.
News from Tornos Technologies (17 October 2007)
Small milling cutters have wide profile range
Small, profile milling cutters are offered in a wide range of cutting profiles including convex, concave, rounded or angled, straight or spirally toothed or even in complex profiles.
News from Mikron Tool SA Agno (17 October 2007)
Centre combines turning and gear hobbing
A gear manufacturer can benefit from a vertical pick-up spindle hobbing and turning centre that combines hobbing and turning and so reduces work-in-progress/production inventory stocks. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK (17 October 2007)
Turning centres have longer machine beds
To satisfy a growing demand to provide CNC turning centres with longer beds, two long bed versions of existing machines were introduced at EMO 2007.
News from Haas Automation (17 October 2007)
Measuring system integrated for linear guides
An integrated measuring system for linear guides now has adaptors for use with roller rail systems and they meet IP 67 requirements for harsh machine tool areas.
News from Bosch Rexroth (17 October 2007)
Package coding management reduces errors
Package coding management is a recognised concept in food manufacture, where it is a proven means of preventing coding errors for increased accuracy and therefore productivity.
News from Claricom (16 October 2007)
Vices provide accuracy for 5-axis machining
User Application Article Hilma SCS120 and SCS80 vices from Roemheld provide accuracy for Hemlock Engineering when machining on their fast 5-axis milling machines. Brochure Available
News from Roemheld UK (16 October 2007)
Angle measuring system is bearing-integrated
For use in dynamic and precise direct-drive rotary machine tool axes, a bearing-integrated angle measuring system enables very rigid and highly dynamic drive control. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (16 October 2007)
Pallet system allows unmanned machining
User Application Article A valve manufacturer's aim of having at least every third shift unmanned was achieved by automating the loading/unloading work pieces using a pallet handling/storage system.
News from Fastems Divisions, Helvar (16 October 2007)
High speed milling insert ups productivity 30%
A high speed milling insert grade will improve productivity by 20-30% when medium to rough milling hard materials at elevated temperatures.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (16 October 2007)
Mill-turn centre machines small parts
To machine small, complex components in as few operations as possible, a multi-tasking mill-turn centre has advanced work-handling system. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (16 October 2007)
Linear drives position to 30 micron
Linear drives, using rack and pinion systems, position to an accuracy of 30 micron and offer acceleration up to 4G and speeds of up to 300m/min.
News from Alpha Gear Drives (16 October 2007)
Power honing finishes hardened gears
A power honing machine finishes hardened spur and helical gears using a directly driven honing head and a wide variety of tooling systems.
News from Gleason Corporation (16 October 2007)
ECM deburrs precision components
A modular electrochemical machining system deburrs, radiuses and contour-machines precision components.
News from Kennametal UK (16 October 2007)
Affordable wire-EDM has flexibility
An affordable wire-EDM machine delivers reliable spark performance, flexibility, simplicity in programming, ease of work preparation and an aesthetic design, all at an attractive price.
News from Agie Charmilles (16 October 2007)
Modular circular saws are easy to use
Modular circular sawing machines feature sturdy construction, efficient drives and easy operation for use in machine shops, construction equipment industries and stockholding companies.
News from Kasto (16 October 2007)
Toxic and hazardous gases detected
A new fleet of instruments from Ashtead Technology Rentals is designed to detect toxic and hazardous gases in drains and underground cavities.
News from Ashtead Technology Rentals (15 October 2007)
Automation and robot choice enhanced
The most suitable robotic solutions are promised in a partnership between ABB and electrical engineering company, ADI (Automation Design and Installation).
News from ABB Automation Technologies (15 October 2007)
Collaborative software provides production picture
SCM Demand Planning 6.2, a Web-enabled, collaborative software providing an accurate picture of demand to drive production, inventory, distribution and buying plans has been launched by Infor.
News from Infor (15 October 2007)
4-port isolation redundant serial device server
The JetPort 5604i series is a 4-port Isolation Redundant Serial Device Server equipped with two types of power inputs, four 5V TTL Digital Inputs and two Digital Outputs.
News from Korenix Technology (15 October 2007)
PC-based T-Card display system
User Application Article Switching to a Three Counties software system, TeeCards Software, has brought benefits for SSAB Swedish Steel.
News from SSAB Tunnplat (15 October 2007)
Drafting plug-in for CAD programme
CAD Schroer Group (CSG), the global engineering solutions provider, has announced the release of version 3.0 of STHENO/PRO, the powerful drafting plug-in for Pro/ENGINEER.
News from CAD Schroer (15 October 2007)
Filter chips block electromagnetic interference
The E07 range of high current, 3 terminal filter chips, designed to block electromagnetic interference (EMI) emanating from high speed circuitry, have been launched by Syfer Technology.
News from Syfer Technology (15 October 2007)
Vacuum self-cleaning drum filter
A permanent filtering net which removes metallic particles from coolants is featured on Spring V, a self-cleaning drum filter which works by vacuum system
News from Losma UK Division (15 October 2007)
CAM gives productivity for CNC programming
The first service pack of ESPRIT computer-aided-manufacturing (CAM) software from DP Technology includes productivity-enhancing technology for CNC programmers of mills, lathes and wire EDM machines. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology (15 October 2007)
Tap drills cut high Si aluminium
Tap drills have PCD blanks over the whole tapping length to increase tool life when machining high silicon content aluminium, for example as used in automotive crank cases.
News from Mapal (15 October 2007)
Linear drive EDM machines 10t dies
A die-sinking EDM, equipped with linear motor powered axes drives, is designed for producing large dies up to 10 tonnes.
News from Sodi-Tech edm (15 October 2007)
Vacuum system handles approved solvents
A production vacuum cleaning system uses all worldwide-approved solvents while meeting emissions legislation and fire/explosion regulations.
News from Pero AG (15 October 2007)
Work piece position monitored pneumatically
A pneumatic position monitoring unit can be used for controlling the presence or dimensional accuracy of work pieces in automation systems.
News from Bosch Rexroth (15 October 2007)
Sealed chuck prevents chip fouling
A manually operated stationary chuck, for use on machine tool tables, has full surface clamping to make a firm seal against chips and other foreign matter.
News from Hainbuch GmbH (15 October 2007)
Precision rails cage guides constrained
An improved anti-creeping system that counteracts troublesome cage creep in precision rail guides ensures higher precision, system rigidity and reliability. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (15 October 2007)
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