News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 March
to Saturday 8 March 2008
Special torque measurement on rotating machinery
Developments in signal processing and transmission have greatly enhanced the capability of torque transducers, leading to improved machine efficiency, accurate monitoring, reduced failure rates
News from Datum Electronics ( 7 March 2008)
Biggest ever girth gear from David Brown S Africa
User Application Article After major investment and several recent contract wins by the South African centre of excellence, David Brown announces an order worth USD1.3M from F L Smidth Minerals for a project in Armenia
News from David Brown Engineering ( 7 March 2008)
Market-leading precision grinding machines
Jones and Shipman, the UK's foremost precision grinding machine manufacturer, will show four market-leading grinding machines at Mach 2008: three with 'Easy Control' CNC
News from Jones and Shipman Precision ( 7 March 2008)
In-line Pharmacarton coding system at Interpack
The successful Sunala Pharmacarton Coding Station, designed for in-line high resolution printing of lot, expiry and bar codes for pharmaceutical and medical cartons, will be on display at Interpack
News from Sunala ( 7 March 2008)
Ward CNC all-new Takisawa Taiwan EX-322 at MACH
The Takisawa Taiwan EX-322 turning centre is the latest model in the comprehensive Takisawa Taiwan range, and it reinforces how the machines demonstrate 'Japanese quality at Taiwanese prices'
News from Ward CNC Machinery ( 7 March 2008)
Twin turret Tornado cuts floor to floor time
The new generation, 100% British designed and manufactured Colchester-Harrison Tornado TT6 turn-mill centre, is the ideal platform for high performance turning and Y-axis milling operations
News from Colchester-Harrison ( 7 March 2008)
Plexus secure thermal imaging production deal
Plexus, the design and manufacturing services company, has secured a contract to become a global volume manufacturing partner for Irisys, the leading thermal technology company
News from Plexus Corp UK ( 7 March 2008)
Levelling feet: Rencol offers 12 000 variations!
A new range of levelling feet and accessories, available in a wide range of plastic and metal materials at extremely competitive prices, has been introduced by Rencol
News from Rencol Component Sourcing Solutions ( 7 March 2008)
High-tech chains for solving application problems
Renold has brought together all of its high-tech, problem solving chain products under the new banner of Renold Solutions Products
News from Renold Chain ( 7 March 2008)
SKF Economos becomes single source for seals
SKF Economos, one of Europe's leading manufacturers of industrial seals and engineered plastics, is now able to offer an extensive range of standard hydraulic seals and O-rings
News from SKF Economos ( 7 March 2008)
VMC uses the power of the Anilam 6000i CNC system
The Anilam multi-axis 6000i Series CNC highlights the unbeatable cost-to-performance ratio in machine control that is increasingly gaining approval by OEMs and importers of vertical machining centres
News from Anilam ( 7 March 2008)
AutoAire automatic dust extraction system
The new AutoAire cut-off gate is a double win in energy and equipment-cost savings for any shop with a central collection system for dust, fumes or mists serving intermittently operated machines
News from Kirk & Blum Duct ( 7 March 2008)
European Beverage Packaging Machinery market grows
IMS Research forecasts that EMEA sales of packaging machinery equipment will increase to euro13 billion by 2012, with beverage packaging expected to grow the fastest
News from IMS Research ( 7 March 2008)
Have you inspected your safety light curtains?
Technical Background Article The UK Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98) state that any safety-related equipment must be inspected to ensure it is 'suitable and sufficient' for the intended purpose
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 7 March 2008)
Ballnose engraving tool with a radius tip
The Conical Ballnose Engraving Tool is a new solid carbide cutting tool, shaped similarly to a standard conical engraving tool but with a radius on the tip
News from Sano Tools/Chiltern Tooling ( 7 March 2008)
Learn the secrets of cost and resource estimating
Engineers and costing specialists can learn the secrets of accurate project cost and resource estimation by attending the fourth Galorath International Conference, at Bletchley Park on 15th April
News from Galorath International ( 6 March 2008)
Versatile VMCs for fast and accurate productivity
MACH 2008 sees the first UK showing for the new Chiron 12K Series of three, four and five-axis vertical machining centres
News from Chiron Werke UK ( 6 March 2008)
Diamond honing sparkles at Precision Products
Rustington-based Precision Products has invested GBP80k in a new single-stroke honing machine from Sunnen Products to achieve both the production volume and stringent QA levels specified.
News from Precision Products ( 6 March 2008)
Professional pipe tools for all plumbers
The Kopex International Pipeslice and Pipe-prep professional pipe tools are ideal for all those taking plumbing and heating courses at school or college
News from Kopex International ( 6 March 2008)
Cranfield gets creative for engineering excellence
Cranfield University and University of the Arts London are set to launch a new Master's degree in Innovation and Creativity in Industry, providing invaluable creative, technology and business skills
News from Cranfield University ( 6 March 2008)
Fuji to demo robotised turn-mill cell at MACH 2008
The fully automated 'one-hit' production cycle takes just 90 secs for a complete automotive wheel hub, turning, milling, boring and drilling: see it in action on the 600 Centre stand at MACH 2008
News from 600 Centre ( 6 March 2008)
Precision laser welding of medium and large parts
The new StarWeld Integral combines the Rofin concept of manual welding lasers with an extremely spacious working chamber and high average power, providing precision CNC laser welding on large pieces Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK ( 6 March 2008)
High specification springs for challenging demands
William Hughes has been manufacturing precision, high specification springs for many years, for the aerospace industry and other safety critical or precision applications
News from William Hughes ( 6 March 2008)
New air-over-hydraulic pumps: the XA-Series Xvari
The new XA-Series Xvari Technology air-over-hydraulic pump developed by Enerpac offers tremendously high oil delivery, precise control and ergonomic operation: Shaw Hydraulics is the UK distributor
News from Shaw Hydraulics ( 6 March 2008)
Photoelectric sensor is not fooled by shrink wrap
Pepperl+Fuchs have developed a new sensor for the conveyor and warehousing industries where problems from shrink-wrapped pallets are evident Brochure Available
News from Pepperl+Fuchs GB ( 6 March 2008)
SABIC showcase solutions for auto engineering
For the first time, the SABIC family of automotive businesses from SABIC Innovative Plastics, SABIC Europe, and Exatec will exhibit together at the VDI Conference in Mannheim, Germany
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 6 March 2008)
1000th Filling Machine operator certification
Tetra Pak, a world leader in food processing and packaging solutions, has certified its 1000th customer operator in a training programme aimed to maximise equipment performance and production results
News from Tetra Pak ( 6 March 2008)
Planet at Southern Manufacturing Show 2008
Access equipment manufacturer and distributor Planet Platforms exhibited at the Southern Manufacturing Show, the largest UK regional manufacturing technology, electronics and subcontracting exhibition
News from Planet Platforms ( 6 March 2008)
Embedded systems for imaging and machine vision
The Matrox 4Sight X is the latest generation of embedded systems that integrate video capture, processing and display: rugged construction and small footprint make 4Sight X ideal for any environment Brochure Available
News from Matrox Imaging ( 6 March 2008)
Schunk shows full tool holding display at MACH2008
Schunk will be showing a variety of new products on Stand 5079 in Hall 5 at MACH2008: these will include the Magnos, TendoTurn and Sino-R work and tool holding products, not previously seen at MACH Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec ( 6 March 2008)
CNC punch press speeds factory responsiveness
User Application Article SS extraction system maker said that its CNC punch press investment has dramatically reduced manufacturing times and allows it to now respond quickly to last-minute design changes.
News from LVD (UK) ( 5 March 2008)
Strip straightener is mounted on a pallet decoiler
A strip straightener mounted on a pallet decoiler is designed for use with a wide variety of strip materials including steels, plastics and carbon materials in high speed precision stamping.
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools ( 5 March 2008)
Mill-turn centre machines propellers in one set-up
User Application Article A UK manufacturer of complete yacht sterngear packages wanted propellers machined in a single set-up in order to drive down the component cost, without losing any quality. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 5 March 2008)
Wheel blast machines clean 600 tonnes steel/week
User Application Article The installation of the second wheel blast machine will provide a structural steel fabricator with the capability to blast 600 tonnes of steel/week and process 450 tonnes/week. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group ( 5 March 2008)
Profiled rail linear guides made for heavy work
User Application Article Profiled rail linear guides offers builders of large machine tools and power presses optimum running characteristics, high load ratings and a robust, compact, low friction design. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 5 March 2008)
Optical system measures free-form geometries
User Application Article Producer of automotive starters and electric steering drives is now relying on an optical measurement system using free-form measurement to check formed copper pins.
News from AICON 3D Systems ( 5 March 2008)
Indian firm buys UK switchgear manufacturer
The Victory Group, India, has acquired a UK electrical switchgear manufacturer, Craig and Derricott - the company said it will ensure manufacture continues in the UK.
News from Craig and Derricott ( 5 March 2008)
Thermal mass flow meter has Profibus option
A low-cost thermal mass flow meter able to store calibration data for up to ten gases has an optional Profibus DP interface enabling it to be programmed remotely.
News from Aalborg ( 5 March 2008)
Coating thickness instrument is easy to use
An online demonstration has been set up to show how an advanced, hand-held coating thickness instrument is easy to use and how it does everything that a bench-mounted instrument can do. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Instrumentation (GB) ( 5 March 2008)
Short-hole drill range extended
Claimed to drill better quality holes twice as fast, and at half the cost, a range of indexable insert short-hole drills range has been extended to cover 12mm to 63mm diameter.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 5 March 2008)
Software to help manage energy conservation
To help industry manage energy conservation, software interface combines the Wonderware and Echelon applications to give a single software platform for real-time operations.
News from Invensys Wonderware ( 5 March 2008)
Turning centre ousts larger cam automatics
User Application Article A UK subcontractor has installed an 8-axis turning centre with two opposing main spindles as part of a programme to replace its large bar working cam-operated automatic lathes.
News from Miyano UK ( 5 March 2008)
Ensuring high-quality abrasive waterjet cutting
An abrasive metering system ensures a consistent supply of abrasive to the cutting head to benefit from consistent high quality abrasive waterjet cutting.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems ( 5 March 2008)
Sealed gantry handling system avoids dirt ingress
A sealed version of a linear motor driven, X-Y gantry system is particularly suited to applications such as high throughput laser machining and welding. Brochure Available
News from Aerotech ( 5 March 2008)
Vertical machining centre is for heavy duty
An open fronted, heavy duty, 15kW vertical machining centre has CNC with a series of easy-to-use cycles designed to simplify and speed up programming times.
News from Ward CNC Machinery ( 5 March 2008)
Turning inserts offer more components/edge
What is claimed to be the world's first PVD aluminium oxide coated carbide that offers up to 75% more components per edge, versus competing inserts, is now available for turning.
News from Walter GB ( 5 March 2008)
Thread turning insert has six cutting corners
Turning insert offers revolutionary gains in productivity as well as tremendous savings in tooling costs through its ability to provide a six-cutting corner system.
News from Vargus Tooling UK ( 5 March 2008)
Extra axes raise sliding head lathe flexibility
A seven-axis, 21-tool CNC sliding head automatic lathe now has an X-2 axis on the back spindle and back tool post that further improves machining flexibility. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK ( 5 March 2008)
CNC lathes include long-bed versions
A range of high specification, competitively priced turning machines include short and long-bed versions with Y-axis, sub-spindle and driven tooling.
News from CMZ UK ( 5 March 2008)
Thermal deburring automates gear finishing
Transmissions component manufacturer found that thermal deburring process gave a quick, efficient process that saved the time consuming job of brushing every individual tooth.
News from Deburring Centre ( 5 March 2008)
DRO has probe capabilities for lathes/millers
A digital readout system for manually operated lathe and milling machines has white-on-blue LCD display, geometric functions with probe capabilities and graphical dynamic tool position display.
News from Newall Measurement Systems ( 4 March 2008)
Mill shoulders with an excellent surface finish
For shouldering operations in the mould and die industry, a milling cutter has an increased core size to guarantee longer tool life and excellent surface finish.
News from TaeguTec UK ( 4 March 2008)
Machining service adds on diamond turning
Operating single spindle and sliding head automatic CNC lathes, an Irish subcontractor also performs diamond fine turning using single crystal natural diamond tools.
News from Subcon ( 4 March 2008)
Programming complex multi-axis machine tools
CAD/CAM vendor specialises in the programming of complex multi-axis machine tools including 5-axis wire erosion machines, 5-axis simultaneous milling machines and mill-turn centres.
News from Subcon ( 4 March 2008)
CNC automatics user extends factory by 40%
Claiming to be the largest user of Star CNC automatic lathes in the UK, Bonspiel Engineering has just completed an extension adding 40% of factory floor space.
News from Subcon ( 4 March 2008)
Investing in the latest CNC tube bending
Willenhall Tube has invested over GBP 500,000 in advanced end-forming machinery; robot welding and laser measuring equipment, raising the company's cost-effectiveness.
News from Subcon ( 4 March 2008)
Linear ball bearings have 50% longer life
Linear ball bearing manufacturer has revised and improved plastics components and optimised the load plates to give a higher load carrying capacity and 50% longer operating life. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 4 March 2008)
Control panels designed for ABB's AC500 PLCs
A range of control panels for ABB's AC500 PLCs, provides operators with a clear and easy to use method of controlling any automated process and give access to a wealth of data.
News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) ( 4 March 2008)
On-machine metrology software is interactive
Interactive capabilities of on-machine metrology eliminate major sources of manufacturing process uncertainty by giving real-time feedback rom spindle probes to machine tools.
News from Wilcox Associates ( 4 March 2008)
Catalogue covers cutting tools for railroads
A separate catalogue covers cutting tools for the machining of wheels and tracks, including the latest turning tools as well as milling cutters and drills for machining trackwork components.
News from Kennametal UK ( 4 March 2008)
Cutting-off system processes small parts on lathes
Based on existing 16mm long double-edged grooving inserts, a special cutting-off system is designed to work small parts on Swiss-type machines or standard lathes.
News from Walter GB ( 4 March 2008)
Weghing, palletising Web site upgraded
To help users maintain optimum production from weighing, bagging and palletising equipment, a supplier has updated its Web site to inform about a diverse range of special offers and promotions.
News from Chronos Richardson ( 4 March 2008)
UK electrical products, services show returns
Organiser of the UK electrical products and services show, Electrex, said that there has been heavy demand for exhibitor space. Brochure Available
News from DFA Media ( 4 March 2008)
Keep 'lean' manufacturing improvement continuous
Having 'skilled lean champions' who can share their knowledge, engage employee participation and spread the lean culture is the way of maintaining 'lean' business improvement.
News from Manufacturing Institute ( 4 March 2008)
British torque calibration standard issued
British Standards 'Method for calibration and classification of torque measuring devices' covers everything from caps on pill bottles to bolts and nuts on internal combustion engine assembly.
News from BSI British Standards ( 4 March 2008)
METAV - machine tools are becoming more elegant
The organiser of Germany's METAV 2008 machine tool exhibition said that more and more manufacturers of machine tools and components are prioritising elegant design.
News from VDW ( 4 March 2008)
Horizontal machining centre has high torque
Equipped with a 20kW, 12,000 rev/min spindle, a compact horizontal machining centre develops some 110Nm of torque for high metal removal rates in difficult to machine materials.
News from DMG (UK) ( 4 March 2008)
5-axis machining centre launched at MACH
As well as demonstrating 12 machines at the UK's MACH 2008 show, Hardinge will launch machines into the UK market such as a 5-axis machining centre.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools ( 4 March 2008)
Storage and workbench system projects shown
Workshop storage systems manufacturer will include drawer cabinets, cupboards and workbenches, in configurations that illustrate the company's experience in project installations.
News from Bott ( 4 March 2008)
Non-metallic flexible conduit resists UV
Believed to be the only BS6853 Class 1A non-metallic flexible conduit system, the product has high UV resistance, flexibility and fatigue life and is suitable for static and flexing applications. Brochure Available
News from Adaptaflex ( 4 March 2008)
Aqueous-based system cleans pneumatic parts
User Application Article Pneumatic components manufacturer has replaced its solvent-based cleaning system with an aqueous-based system, delivering complex parts ready for assembly.
News from MecWash Systems ( 3 March 2008)
Establishing apprenticeships increase productivity
UK survey reported that 77% of employers believe apprenticeships make them more competitive, 76% say they provide higher overall productivity and 80% say apprenticeships reduce staff turnover.
News from Learning and Skills Council ( 3 March 2008)
Workholding supplier can boost user productivity
A specialist in automation and workholding specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of bespoke automation, workholding and assembly systems.
News from Hyfore Engineering ( 3 March 2008)
Subcontract sourcing issues adessed at Subcon
A free seminar programme will review sourcing in global markets, make/buy strategy, lean manufacturing and new market opportunities as well as other subcontracting topics.
News from Subcon ( 3 March 2008)
Press brake has laser angle correction system
User Application Article A 1350kN, 3m press brake has a patented laser assisted process angle correction system and sheet following systems enabling one operator to bend large parts to high tolerances.
News from LVD (UK) ( 3 March 2008)
Batch execution software is easy to use
Batch Execution software product introduces a variety of features to simplify and improve the design, maintenance, integration and operation of batch processes. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK ( 3 March 2008)
Rapid plastics injection moulding makes bobbins
User Application Article Rapid plastics injection moulding specialist is supplying high accuracy plastics bobbins to a wind turbine manufacturer, with product quality improvements and a significant reduction in assembly time.
News from Protomold UK ( 3 March 2008)
Fastener units insert at up to 100 strokes/min
Using punching heads operating at up to 100 strokes/min coupled with high-grade dies and seats for optimal functioning, fastener insertion systems have multi fastener distributors.
News from Northern Precision ( 3 March 2008)
High-accuracy machining CAM shown for composites
User Application Article In the initial composites machining operation a probe combined with inspection software shows how much more material needs to be removed and enables the extra toolpaths to be generated in CAM. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 3 March 2008)
Latest abrasives and air-tools exhibited
As well as demonstrating its vast range of abrasive products at MACH 2008, a company will be showing its latest air-powered tools, including a random orbital sander.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division ( 3 March 2008)
Modular honing machine series is adaptable
Modular honing machine series is scaleable from a basic model up to an automated, multi-spindle system with robotic part handling, gauging/SPC and tooling flexibility.
News from Sunnen Products Company ( 3 March 2008)
Forrklift system reduces damage 50% at steel plant
User Application Article An on-truck device detects impacts and records event details such as date, time and driver ID, such that a UK steel plant, operating 26 forklift trucks, reduced damage by 50%. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics ( 3 March 2008)
Services to help boost machinery efficiency
Automation and drives company has formulated a 'menu' of services, which help UK manufacturers to work in partnership to increase productivity and efficiency of machines and machining cells.
News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 3 March 2008)
Extend oil change periods for piston compressors
A lubricant formulated especially for use in piston compressors has the very latest in performance enhancing additive systems and can extend lubricant oil change periods to 3,000h. Brochure Available
News from Batoyle Freedom Group ( 3 March 2008)
Software ousts visual inspection paper checklists
Latest visual inspection software eliminates the need for paper checklists in visual inspections of manufactured products and users can preserve, analyze and report on the data acquired. Brochure Available
News from ASI DataMyte International ( 3 March 2008)
Safety mat system stays in place
A patented quick disconnect feature in a safety mat allows cable to be attached at end of installation process, virtually eliminating the potential for damaged cables.
News from Omron Scientific Technologies ( 3 March 2008)
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