News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 May
to Saturday 10 May 2008
Machine tools go on show worldwide
In addition to general and specialised manufacturing shows in Europe, there are two major international machine tool related events this year, writes Mike Page.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles ( 9 May 2008)
DC rotary position sensors are contact-free
Macro Sensors has developed a range of contact-free, DC-operated rotary position sensors which can measure angular displacement of rotating elements up to 120 deg.
News from Macro Sensors ( 9 May 2008)
Truck exhaust tube bending output raised 30%
User Application Article AddisonMcKee recently showed a truck exhaust manufacture how the latest tube-working technology could increase exhaust component manufacture by 30%.
News from AddisonMckee ( 9 May 2008)
Vibration sensors meet ATEX and IEC Ex rules
Hansford Sensors' range of ATEX and IEC Ex certified, intrinsically safe vibration sensors with 4-20mA outputs can be used directly with PLC, BMS or other 4-20mA input modules.
News from Hansford Sensors ( 9 May 2008)
Production packaging service offered
RS Components' packaging service allows users to order bespoke product quantities packed in reels, tubes, trays and continuous strips for placement into automated production equipment.
News from RS Components UK ( 9 May 2008)
CMMs are easy to use and program
User Application Article Turbomachinery components demand advanced quality control equipment for which a company reviewed its inspection facilities, particularly in the area of co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM) capacity.
News from Wenzel UK ( 9 May 2008)
Radan 5 CAD/CAM certified for Autodesk Inventor
The latest version of CAD/CAM sheet metal working software, Radan 5, has been certified for Autodesk Inventor CAD, giving users a 'seamless' integrated system. Brochure Available
News from Radan Computational ( 9 May 2008)
On-line viscometer trial favours Hydramotion
Hydramotion reported that its XL7 on-line process viscometer was shown to be the best chocie in a comparative study carried out on a production at a food product manufacturer. Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion ( 9 May 2008)
Reducer gearbox simplifies conveyors integration
A Baldor reducer gearbox that features a planetary gear stage that reduces its size, when compared with helical or bevel gearing and simplifies bulk conveyor system integration. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK ( 9 May 2008)
Matsuura machining cell raises output by 40%
User Application Article A Matsuura GBP 2.7 million, two machining centre cell has increased production output of earthmoving machinery components by over 40% and halved excavator delivery time.
News from Matsuura Machinery ( 9 May 2008)
Measurement/automation encyclopaedia published
Omega Engineering has published its 'Complete Measurement, Control and Automation Handbook and Encyclopaedia' for engineers in process measurement, control and automation. Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering ( 9 May 2008)
Sensor measures peak and average torque
Kistler Instruments has introduced its Type 4503A torque sensor, which can measure peak and average operating torques with a high degree of accuracy.
News from Kistler Instruments ( 9 May 2008)
Retrofit control updates older grinding machines
A grinder control platform from MRSE retrofits onto Cincinnati Milacron-Heald grinding machines to bring the machines up to date and minimise grinding cycle times.
News from MRSE, Inc. ( 9 May 2008)
Tooling exhibitor also buys machine at MACH 2008
As well as showing its latest PCD cutting tools at the UK's recent MACH 2008 event, ITC Tooling also placed an order for its second Walter Helicheck machine.
News from ITC Tooling ( 9 May 2008)
MACH 2008 visitors queue for CAM demonstrations
Offering a broader range of CAM products to high visitor numbers made the UK MACH 2008 exhibition the 'best ever' for Delcam, said the company. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 9 May 2008)
Celebrity learns to program VMC machining in 6h
During the recent UK MACH 2008 show, Hurco Europe recruited a professional dancer, actress and singer to learn and to demonstrate the programming of machine cutting paths. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe ( 9 May 2008)
Machine tool probes attract great MACH interest
Blum NovoTest reported that exhibiting at the recent UK MACH 2008 event brought 'remarkable' enquiry levels, including from users of multi-function, multi-axis machine tools.
News from Blum Novotest ( 9 May 2008)
Mecof plans CNC machining centres open day
During an open day planned in June 2008, Mecof will be demonstrating the latest milling technology on three of its most recently introduced machining centres.
News from DS Technology (UK) ( 9 May 2008)
Programmable pick and place units offer speed
To meet the ever growing demands for even higher efficiency, faster speeds and greater flexibility, Weiss has launched its freely programmable, HP140 Pick and Place unit.
News from Weiss UK ( 9 May 2008)
Advanced surface treatments request ISO 9001
Keronite International said that the Keronite Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation process has been put forward as part of the approval to be added to the corporate ISO 9001:2000 certification.
News from Keronite ( 9 May 2008)
Flexible robotic production cell assembles in 6s
User Application Article Aylesbury Automation has supplied a lexible robotic production cell to assemble a range of similar, two pin electrical plugs and sockets and produces one complete assembly every 6s.
News from Aylesbury Automation ( 8 May 2008)
Bearing counterfeits problem in Germany solved
NSK Europe said it has taken measures to resolve a major problem of low quality counterfeiting of its bearing products in the German market. Brochure Available
News from NSK UK ( 8 May 2008)
CNC sliding head lathes net GBP 2m at MACH
Citizen Machinery UK reported that over GBP 2 million of orders from MACH 2008 had been progressed and OEMs as well as subcontractors would order more in coming months. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK ( 8 May 2008)
Hartest measuring devices activity to expand
Hartest supplies highly engineered measuring devices for global clients in a number of industries including aerospace, military, pharmaceutical, brewing, ophthalmic, coatings and petrochemical.
News from Hartest Precision Instruments ( 8 May 2008)
EuroBLECH shows off sheet metal working
The latest developments in sheet metal working machinery and systems - including presswork, CNC punching, laser cutting, welding systems - will be shown at EuroBLECH by 1,350 companies.
News from Mack Brooks Exhibitions ( 8 May 2008)
Blue code printer ink is highly durable
Linx has introduced a blue pigmented ink, which offers excellent contrast, is durable in harsh conditions and is suitable for printing on rubber and plastics products.
News from Linx Printing Technologies ( 8 May 2008)
Safety interlocks protect against plasma spraying
User Application Article Fortress Interlocks has installed its interlocks to improve the protection of workers against plasma-arc spraying by interlocking the plasma torch with a vacuum vessel door.
News from Fortress Interlocks ( 8 May 2008)
Cognex ID readers support seamless traceability
User Application Article Cognex reported that Borg Warner Turbo Systems is using ID readers to identify the individual code on a component and achieve seamless traceability through the production process.
News from Cognex UK ( 8 May 2008)
Star sells GBP 1 million of CNC automatic lathes
During the UK's recent MACH 2008 machine tool exhibition, Star Micronics GB sold CNC sliding head automatic lathes worth over GBP 1 million and expects many more orders to result.
News from Star Micronics GB ( 8 May 2008)
Weak Pound raises materials prices, inflation
Barclays Commercial Bank said recently that UK manufacturers face rising inflation with steep increases in the price of raw materials - particularly steel and energy costs.
News from Barclays Commercial Bank ( 8 May 2008)
Kemppi AC/DC TIG welders tack thin sheet
Kemppi has introduced two digitally controlled compact TIG welding power sources for TIG and MMA welding, which can tack weld thin sheet and the user can adjust weld shape and penetration.
News from Kemppi (UK) ( 8 May 2008)
Vertical machining centre gives high performance
XYZ Machine Tools offers a high performance vertical machining centre fitted with an oil-cooled main spindle and linear roller bearing ways for vibration-free machining. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 7 May 2008)
Four-jaw large bore independent chuck introduced
Among a range of large chucks which gives the user minimum set-up times and maximum gripping force Prat Burnerd has introduced a large bore four-jaw independent chuck.
News from Pratt Burnerd International ( 7 May 2008)
One standards development group covers CIP
ODVA is now the single standards development organisation responsible for developing, managing and promoting the adoption of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) and CIP networks.
News from ODVA ( 7 May 2008)
Silver continuous caster uses graphite crucible
A horizontal continuous billet casting machine uses a graphite crucible furnace with its naturally oxygen-reducing characteristics to produce silver and silver alloy billets.
News from Rautomead International ( 7 May 2008)
EDM/grinding make high quality tool finishes
For obtaining exceptionally high surface qualities of up to 0.1 micron Ra, Walter's grinding/EDM machines use a four-stage erosion process to regulate the current intensity.
News from Walter Maschinenbau ( 7 May 2008)
Linx code printer reduces solvent consumption
Linx Printing Technologies said that its latest continuous ink jet printer range can reduce solvent consumption by up to 40% while maintaining excellent reliability.
News from Linx Printing Technologies ( 7 May 2008)
Simulation technology visualises paint shop flow
User Application Article Using Lanner's simulation software at a Russian automotive paintshop enabled users to visualise how to control the flow of vehicle production through spray painting, joint sealing and curing.
News from Lanner Group ( 7 May 2008)
Best Metal Cutting Machine Tool award gained
Yamazaki Mazak UK won the MWP award for Best Metal Cutting Machine Tool (Prismatic) for the Horizontal Centre Nexus 8800-II during the UK's recent MACH 2008 machine tool show. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK ( 7 May 2008)
Modular drive systems technical data catalogued
R A Rodriguez has issued a catalogue describing the Framo Morat range of modular drive systems, which include compact slip-on geared motors, linear actuators and push-pull linear chains.
News from Rodriguez (UK) ( 7 May 2008)
Business intelligence aids decision-making
Spotfire business intelligence software integrates continuous event processing with visual, interactive analytics to aid the making of better business decisions and speeding action.
News from Spotfire ( 7 May 2008)
Vision system automates toxic filling
User Application Article Cognex vision system enables a robot to locate different container stoppers for filling with dangerous and/or toxic fluids even when they arrive in various positions on the pallet.
News from Cognex UK ( 7 May 2008)
Plate chrome on plastics trim without stress
Automotive trend is the reappearance of chrome trim and developments in chrome-on-plastics plating feature extremely low stress and superior adhesion to the metal layer.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 7 May 2008)
Combined HMI and PLC system saves time, wiring
A 'one package' combined HMI and PLC system for small to medium process and automation applications offers the potential for significant time, cost, wiring and space savings. Brochure Available
News from Gefran SIEI UK ( 7 May 2008)
Sales grow by 24% with ABAS ERP implementation
Castor and wheel manufacturer, KAMA Pres, reported that it had realised a 24% sales growth within just one year of implementing an ABAS ERP software system.
News from ABAS Software AG ( 7 May 2008)
I2 software makes supply chain much leaner
The i2 Technologies company has introduced Lean Lifecycle Management software to ensure the operational success of lean manufacturing initiatives.
News from i2 Technologies ( 7 May 2008)
Multi-ram hydraulic press forms tank heads
Beckwood has developed a 10,000kN multi-ram hydraulic press for forming tank heads and features joystick controls for operating the drawing, clamping, and bed cushion rams.
News from Beckwood Press Company ( 7 May 2008)
Scissor lifts raise safety and efficiency levels
User Application Article Overhead rail-mounted scissor lifts fitted with rotating lift platforms serve five resin transfer moulding cells to make the production of aircraft seating parts safer and more efficient.
News from Brixworth Engineering Co ( 7 May 2008)
'Entry-level' horizontal machining centres arrive
Heller has introduced 'entry level' horizontal machining centres give steady production and high productivity by minimising idle time during the manufacturing process. Brochure Available
News from Heller Machine Tools ( 7 May 2008)
Machine touch probe measures rotary axes
Working with Heidenhain's iTNC 530 CNC, an optional software function called KinematicsOpt allows a spindle-mounted touch probe to measure rotary axes. Brochure Available
News from Heidenhain (GB) ( 7 May 2008)
Compact vertical machining centre is versatile
XYZ Machine Tools has developed a compact vertical machining centre to machine the widest possible variety of components within the smallest possible machine occupied area. Brochure Available
News from XYZ Machine Tools ( 6 May 2008)
LVD laser cutter has compact loading unit
LVD has introduced its Orion 3015Plus laser cutting machine equipped with a compact automatic sheet metal loading/unloaing unit for unmanned profiling of sheet up to 1500x3000mm.
News from LVD (UK) ( 6 May 2008)
Productivity anaysis on CNC machining saves 2000h
User Application Article By analysing machining productivity and tooling used, Sandvik Coromant was able to reduce machining times, increase tool life and save 7000h in the machining of automotive turbochargers.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK ( 6 May 2008)
Work holding and tooling is a Coburg speciality
User Application Article Coburg Engineering offers a wide and diverse range including: press and tube working equipment; workholding; jigs and fixturing; tooling parts; hoist and lifting and repair and maintenance products.
News from Coburg Engineering ( 6 May 2008)
Long stroke power chuck grips varying diameters
Pratt Burnerd International has developed an extra long stroke chuck, with a 32mm jaw movement, that grips large cylindrical workpieces having varying diameters.
News from Pratt Burnerd International ( 6 May 2008)
Stiffer CNC turning centres up metal removal rates
Considering resonant frequency, Index-Werke has redesigned of CNC turning centres to reduce vibration and double the machine structure stiffness to maximise metal removal rates.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools ( 6 May 2008)
CNC 4-axis machine resharpens drills in seconds
CNC 4-axis drill sharpener with an easy-to-use touch screen panel easily reproduces the complex, high quality points found on today's premium HSS and carbide drills. Brochure Available
News from 1st MTA (1st Machine Tool Accessories) ( 6 May 2008)
Waterjet cutting intensifier saves service costs
Waterjet cutting intensifier is offered in models offering pressure up to 4150 bar and run one 0.35mm or two 0.25mm water orifices at 4100 bar for greater flow.
News from KMT Waterjet Systems ( 6 May 2008)
Knuckle-joint presses have longer slide stroke
A modified drive on Schuler knuckle-joint presses give longer slide stroke and enable fast and flexible production of a wide range of parts owing to more die mounting space.
News from Schuler Systems ( 6 May 2008)
Take the guesswork out of CNC tube bending
Technical Background Article Builder of CNC tube bending machines, BLM Group asks who needs a programmer when 3D graphical programming software takes away any need to use any 'guesswork' when programming.
News from BLM-Group UK ( 6 May 2008)
Cold rolled/clad materials tested automatically
For quality control testing of cold rolled and clad materials, a German company recently added a robotic system to its existing Zwick Roell 1478 tensile testing machine. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell ( 6 May 2008)
Precision weighing systems are very accurate
Chronos Richardson said that its latest E-series nett weighers meet the highest demands for accuracy and performance across a range of bagging applications and industries.
News from Chronos Richardson ( 6 May 2008)
Software monitors and manages devices
Kepware has introduced latest versions of iSNMP and KEPServerEX for device communications through industry standard OPC and vendor native interfaces.
News from Kepware ( 6 May 2008)
Kennametal sells HSS drill products to USA
Kennametal has signed a definitive agreement to sell its German Werko branded high-speed steel product line to Top-Eastern Drills Co, a maker of HSS drills and taps.
News from Kennametal UK ( 6 May 2008)
Digital microscope uses 3D surface analysis tools
The Keyence VHX-600 Digital Microscope has 3D surface analysis tools and is claimed to provide the highest resolution and depth-of-field in its class.
News from Keyence (UK) ( 6 May 2008)
Rotary broaching tool holders expanded
Slater Tools is expanding its Swiss Type adjustment-free rotary broaching tool holders for, fopr example, machining a hexagonal hole in a bar on a lathe.
News from Slater Tools Inc. ( 6 May 2008)
Precision engineering firm invests GBP 100,000
Staffordshire Precision Engineering has invested over GBP 100,000 in new machinery to help meet unprecedented demand for their services.
News from Staffordshire Precision Engineering ( 6 May 2008)
Simulation/verification software gains award
CGTech reported that its VERICUT 6 CNC simulation and verification software won the Best Software Award in Metalworking Production magazine's MWP Awards. Brochure Available
News from CGTech ( 6 May 2008)
Four-way forklift handles long loads safely
Combilift four-way forklift trucks operate as three machines in one to handle awkward and long loads: as a counterbalance truck, as a sideloader, and as a narrow-aisle forklift.
News from Combilift Ltd ( 5 May 2008)
IEMCA bar feeder suits micro-turning lathes
Said by supplier Kitagawa Europe to be ideal for micro-turn ing jobs in lathes, the latest IEMCA Elite barfeeder handles bars from 0.8nn to 12.7mm in diamter. Brochure Available
News from Kitagawa Europe ( 5 May 2008)
Four CNC waterjet heads quintuple cutting output
The Bystronic ByJet Pro CNC waterjet cutting system has four independently driven slim-line cutting heads to produce up to five times as many parts/h than a conventional waterjet cutting machine.
News from Bystronic UK ( 5 May 2008)
Autodesk teaches automotive design to students
User Application Article Coventry Universityhas selected Autodesk Alias Studio for its new Centre of Excellence in Product and Automotive Design (CEPAD), achieving an exceptional level of animation. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk ( 5 May 2008)
Laser code marking put to ultimate test
DataLase said durability of its marked RFID tags and aluminium discs prints will be tested in the most extreme conditions when launched into space on latest NASA research mission.
News from DataLase ( 5 May 2008)
Thermoplastic elastomer compounds are bondable
RTP Company said that the critical element in any over-molding process is the chemical bond between the soft elastomeric material and the rigid substrate, hence its bondable TPEs.
News from RTP Company ( 5 May 2008)
Mold CAM displayed at Difficult Manufacturing Show
DP Technology will be showing its latest version of mould machining CAM software with improved 3D machining performance at Japan's 'Difficult Manufacturing Show'. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology ( 5 May 2008)
Planit software system includes CAD/CAM and ERP
Planit said that modular and flexible Alphacam, Edgecam and Radan CAM products for most machine tools deliver significant cost benefits by reducing design and manufacturing time.
News from Planit Holdings ( 5 May 2008)
I2 software manages supply chain performance
The i2 supply chain performance management software offers a way of converting operational initiatives into tangible results at various levels of the business and across the supply chain.
News from i2 Technologies ( 5 May 2008)
Mid size SCARA robot offers more power
TM Robotics has introduced the Toshiba Machine mid-sized SCARA robot, which offers more power and meets demand for improved pick and place functionality. Brochure Available
News from TM Robotics (Europe) ( 5 May 2008)
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