News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 23 May
to Saturday 29 May 2004
Low priced standard downhole pressure transducer
Whether in reservoirs, bore holes, rivers or standing water, the P9911 from Applied Measurements has become the workhorse in pressure measurement for the water and sewage industry Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (28 May 2004)
Air manifold for safer leak-free performance
Leak-free and safe air distribution is provided by Hoke 88BA series 8-way manifolds, an alternative to traditional designs and using quarter-turn plug valve technology machined into a single block
News from Circor Instrumentation (28 May 2004)
Escalating liability insurance costs crippling UK
The spiralling cost of unreasonable Employees Liability Compulsory Insurance (ELCI) is crippling UK business, according to Managing Director of Barnsley-based Lifting Solutions Limited
News from Lifting Solutions (28 May 2004)
New Modbus interface modules from Omniflex
The new Din rail mounted modbus interface modules from Omniflex can be used as a Modbus Master to communicate with other modbus slaves or to move data from one Modbus slave to another Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (28 May 2004)
Flush pressure transducers with back-end display
The latest member of the Polaron Component range of Schaevitz pressure transducers has a flush diaphragm and a digital back-end: the new P380 series are suitable for hygienic applications
News from Polaron Controls (28 May 2004)
Serving up a cool solution for industry
The Rittal range of process chillers offer exceptionally robust and reliable cooling of critical equipment used in the production industry, and has recently been extended Brochure Available
News from Rittal (28 May 2004)
Talkative micro controller uses text Email and web
Remote monitoring and control of plant, machinery and systems is viable and affordable for mainstream control engineering following the launch of a distributed micro controller with with web and email
News from Silverteam (28 May 2004)
Three in one motor tester saves time and money
Ideal for both the electric motor repair shop or on the production line, the new 'Motatest' from Whitelegg combines the three main tests that previously would be carried out by individual instruments
News from Whitelegg Machines (28 May 2004)
High level conductivity option on AX400 analyser
The ABB range of AnalyzeIT AX400 on-line analysers has been extended with the launch of its AX430 single input and AX433 dual input high level conductivity transmitters
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (27 May 2004)
Damrow cheese making equipment is 100 years old
The Damrow brand of cheese making equipment, now part of Carlisle Process Systems, is celebrating 100 years of manufacturing stainless steel equipment for the dairy industry
News from CPS: Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems (27 May 2004)
Preventing unscheduled shutdowns at paper mill
User Application Article Cross automatic filters are installed at a large paperboard mill in the UK to permanently protect against the risk of expensive pump failures and plant shutdowns due to poor quality lubricating water
News from Cross Manufacturing Co (1938) (27 May 2004)
Half motor, half logic controller - it's Motomate
Crouzet has changed the way that movement control is achieved with the introduction of Motomate - a unique new motor with a built-in, fully featured logic controller Brochure Available
News from Crouzet (27 May 2004)
A new book: Preventing Hydraulic Failures
Technical Background Article Hydraulic Supermarket today launched a new book, Preventing Hydraulic Failures, the definitive guide to reducing the operating cost of hydraulic equipment, and preventing costly premature failures
News from Hydraulic Supermarket (27 May 2004)
Mono sewage pumps ride on the crest of a wave
User Application Article The refurbishment of a sewage pumping station at one of the UK's top surfing resorts has been successfully completed by Mono Pumps, by installing new Mono Mutrators, within an agreed 10-day period
News from Mono Pumps (27 May 2004)
New direction and new structure for Nematron
Nematron returning to private ownership heralds an exciting new future with a restructured organisation and newly defined product strategy for this Ann Arbor based industrial automation supplier
News from Nematron Europe (27 May 2004)
Total drive solution for Green Fuel compressor
User Application Article Renold Group Companies have designed and manufactured a total drive system solution for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) compressor units to be installed at Safeway Supermarket depots throughout the UK
News from Renold Hi-Tec Couplings (27 May 2004)
Presentations at the UK Profibus Conference
User Application Article Two papers at this June conference and training event will discuss the move towards integrated open automation and control systems, and the application of Profibus to a wastewater treatment works
News from Profibus Group (27 May 2004)
Major enhancements for eRecordManager LDMS
Thermo Electron Corporation announces extensions to its leading eRecordManager Laboratory Data Management System, including conversion capability from Agilent and Hewlett-Packard data formats Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (27 May 2004)
Vice president of worldwide sales
Today, Verano, the leading provider of security solutions for mission-critical industrial operations, announced the appointment of Dan Davis as vice president of worldwide sales
News from Industrial Defender (27 May 2004)
Let the flowmeter buyer beware!
Technical Background Article With no single standard imposing uniform conditions for flowmeter calibration, some companies are getting away with making misleading claims that could potentially cost you dear
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (26 May 2004)
The first family of advanced Giga Ethernet cameras
Tattile, a leading global manufacturer of innovative machine vision systems and cameras, has announced the launch of its family of thirteen TAGT digital cameras based on the Giga Ethernet standard
News from AVD Alpha Vision Design (26 May 2004)
53 stream fiscal and allocation metering system
User Application Article The EnCana Scott Platform in the North Sea is leading the way in fiscal metering of oil and gas as a result of installing MeterNet, a technically advanced, PC based flow metering computer system Brochure Available
News from Citect (26 May 2004)
Carlo Gavazzi adds online data hosting for Dupline
Carlo Gavazzi introduces web-based data hosting to its Dupline range of field and installation-monitoring and control products, allowing access to recorded data from any PC with an Internet connection
News from Carlo Gavazzi (26 May 2004)
Valve delivers longer life in erosive slurries
The Fisher Slurry Vee-Ball control valve provides a longer service life in erosive slurry type applications, such as in metals and mineral processing, when compared with other valve types Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (26 May 2004)
Downsizing ready for the Nano revolution
The NZ range of compact pneumatic cylinders has been extended by Hoerbiger-Origa to embrace more small-bore sizes, pre-empting the new standard ISO 21287 that comes into effect later this year Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (26 May 2004)
Miniature pressure sensor uses new DCE technology
A miniature piezoresistive absolute pressure sensor, Type 4005A, from Kistler uses Direct Chip Exposure technology to give superb linearity, minimal hysteresis and an extremely high natural frequency
News from Kistler Instruments (26 May 2004)
Low-cost IR thermometers kick thermocouples out
Non-contact thermometers that can be permanently substituted for disposable thermocouples without undue cost and technical complexity have been introduced by Land Instruments International Brochure Available
News from Land Instruments International (26 May 2004)
Directory of Power Generation and Distribution
This is the ninth edition of the acclaimed reference source for this multi-billion dollar industry
News from Turret Group (26 May 2004)
The UK journal for surface treatment
Finishing magazine, the UK journal for surface treatment, has announced its editorial calendar for 2004 and invites readers to submit papers and news stories
News from Turret Group (26 May 2004)
Golden Robot Award for cow milking application
A Dutch farmer's pioneering work on robot-based cow milking operations has earned him the ABB-sponsored Golden Robot Award for 2004 Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (25 May 2004)
Custom engineered rolling diaphragm for actuator
User Application Article A custom engineered rolling diaphragm is helping Wichita Clutch to achieve enhanced performance in a recently developed actuator option for its ModEvo tension control brake
News from Ceetak (25 May 2004)
Mixing system produces efficient oil processing
User Application Article Chemineer's intrinsically safe and emission-free Nimix Mixing Sytem ensures that exceptionally high levels of product integrity can be sustained within a carefully enclosed processing environment
News from Chemineer (25 May 2004)
Serendipity gets things rolling for Cross
Raised rectangular ridges are rolled onto stainless steel wire to produce the necessary filtration gap, in the manufacture of Cross liquid filter coils: a process developed by serendipity!
News from Cross Manufacturing Co (1938) (25 May 2004)
Lifting column with access in tight situations
The very low retracted height of the new Thomson Movoact TC 16 will be of use to engineers looking for a compact, electrically actuated, lifting column to be utilised in a space critical environment
News from Danaher Motion (25 May 2004)
Optimum landfill and remediation site safety
User Application Article EPG breakout junction boxes provide a simple way to disconnect power or sensor wires during maintenance or repair work and create a gas-tight seal between riser, well or sump and your control panel
News from EPG Companies (25 May 2004)
Filtermist International to distribute Magnom
Following discussions and a subsequent visit to a Distributor Open Day, Filtermist International has become the latest distributor for the Magnom range of magnetic field effect filters
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (25 May 2004)
Swedish agent appointed for Magnom magnetic filter
The Magnom range of magnetic field effect filters supplied by Fluid Conditioning Systems are now available in central Sweden, via B C Forsaljnings AB
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (25 May 2004)
Health and Safety to be championed at Weldex
Weldex, the UK's only welding, joining, cutting and fabrication exhibition will draw on the success of last year's show by hosting a Health and Safety Pavilion
News from Nexus Media Communications (25 May 2004)
Test and measurement devices on Ethernet
IMB Enterprises announces the immediate availability of custom software solutions for Ethernet-enabling test, measurement and management devices that communicate over serial lines and protocols
News from IMB Enterprises (25 May 2004)
Certified Automation Professional (CAP) programme
ISA - The Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society has launched the web page for its new Certified Automation Professional (CAP) programme; the first CAP exam is scheduled for October 7th
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (25 May 2004)
Reducing costs in oil vapour for compressed air
Compressor oil plays a very important role as it determines not only the oil vapour content in the resulting compressed air but also the costs for subsequent air treatment Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (25 May 2004)
Megger makes testing easier for contractors
Easy to use, robust construction, reliability and competitive pricing are the key benefits from a comprehensive new range of instruments from Megger, produced specifically for electrical contractors Brochure Available
News from Megger (25 May 2004)
Complete polymer analyser package under GBP7000
The new Mettler Toledo polymer analyser Q-SYS is ideal for testing the quality of plastic raw materials Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (25 May 2004)
Goods inwards inspection system solves problems
An OGP non-contact optical dimensional measurement system has produced substantial time and operational benefits for a manyfacturer of electro surgical devices
News from OGP UK (25 May 2004)
New specifier CD on level and pressure measurement
Pressure Systems now offers an updated specifier CD that details the company's lines of KPSI Level and Pressure Transducers and Quartzonix Pressure Standards for environmental monitoring
News from Pressure Systems (25 May 2004)
Displacement measurements in harsh environments
When there is a need to for accurate displacement measurements in harsh environments, transducer specialist RDP Electronics Ltd has the solution Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (25 May 2004)
Speedy ATEX certification for European launch
Sira expertise in delivering ATEX certification enabled the speedy European launch of a new range of cable glands for Peppers Cable Glands Ltd, by achieving certification in record time
News from Sira (25 May 2004)
Multiple strain gauge bridge amplifier unit
The SY016 digital bridge amplifier is ideal for load cell measurement applications where speed and accuracy are important, such as research and development work or precision control applications
News from Synectic Design (25 May 2004)
End clogs with the Ashcroft KX transmitter
It is not always smooth sailing in the pulp and paper industry: the Ashcroft KX thin film pressure transmitter can help industry specialists avoid annoying clogs with its industry-proven technology
News from UK Instruments and Controls (25 May 2004)
Viking Johnson and Hattersley join forces
Hattersley valves and Viking Johnson pipe couplings can be found side by side in pipelines throughout the world - and now both are available from the same source Brochure Available
News from Viking Johnson (25 May 2004)
Portable power cell for machine process analysis
Portable power cell offers accurate true power measurement, ideal for machine analysis or process development, allowing process engineers to assess the performance of individual machines and processes Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing (25 May 2004)
New peristaltic pumps from Welch Vacuum!
Welch Rietschle Thomas has introduced two new liquid pump systems (Model 3100 and 3200), providing complete peristaltic pump systems with everything you need to get started
News from Gardner Denver Welch (25 May 2004)
Introduction to Chemical Engineering principles
This one-day training course gives a basic understanding of the world of Chemical Engineering: it is aimed at process plant managers, operations staff, automation, control and instrument engineers
News from Emerson Process Management - UK/Ireland (25 May 2004)
Investors in People award on tenth anniversary
Fabrication and weld overlay cladding specialist Arc Energy Resources has been presented with an Investors in People award on its tenth anniversary in Cheltenham
News from Arc Energy Resources (24 May 2004)
Mechanical pipettor family!
The Biohit mLINE mechanical single channel pipettor family is now complemented with the new m20 pipettor for the volume range of 2- 20 microlitres
News from Biohit (24 May 2004)
New Director for the BSSA
Nigel Ward, the Group Manager for Market and Trade Political Affairs at Outokumpu Stainless, has been appointed the new Director of the British Stainless Steel Association, BSSA
News from British Stainless Steel Association (24 May 2004)
Fittings to provide dual containment
The ChemQuik Dual Containment flare nut and panel mount flare fitting facilitate double containment of chemical handling fluid lines between a coupling or fitting and a chemical dispense unit or pump
News from Colder Products (24 May 2004)
Coswin 7i ensures your assets are unforgettable
Siveco Group has released Coswin 7i, an EAMS/CMMS software tool that is based entirely on internet technology and offers enhanced benefits to users for asset management and maintenance
News from French Technology Press Bureau (24 May 2004)
Fiat adopts vibro-acoustic simulation software
ESI Group announces that the Fiat research centre in Southern Italy has selected AutoSEA2 from ESI Group to improve automotive acoustic design, monitoring environment Noise, Vibration and Harshness
News from French Technology Press Bureau (24 May 2004)
Delta force flowmeters for difficult applications
Delta force magnetic flowmeters are suitable for use in difficult applications, with low conductivity liquids or heavy slurries, because of advanced techniques used to increase the sensitivity
News from Flow Measurement (24 May 2004)
Software integrates production scheduling with PLC
The Giraffe Scheduling System v5.0 has the capability to read real-time production data from sensors and controls and automatically re-schedule jobs around contingencies in production at plant level
News from Giraffe Production Systems (24 May 2004)
Filter magnet keeps tomato ketchup iron free
In spite of many precautionary measures, in practice there are still metals present in tomato ketchup and juice: Goudsmit has introduced a high strength Pharma magnetic particle filter
News from Goudsmit Magnetics Groep (24 May 2004)
True 1/3 hp DC motor delivers high torque
Groschopp has announced their PM108 true 1/3 hp compact DC motor, designed to deliver extraordinarily high torque from start-to-stop: 90VDC at 2500 RPM and 130 in-lb start/stall
News from Groschopp (24 May 2004)
IP67 boxes for Ethernet and other connections
Overcoming the need to put Ethernet connections into enclosures, the latest Beckhoff fieldbus boxes are rated to IP67 and can be mounted in the open
News from Hayes Control Systems (24 May 2004)
The markets for fire protection worldwide
Technical Background Article The market for fire protection worldwide will increase up to more than 30 Billion Euro 2004 and will grow to 54 Billion Euro in 2015: loss of assets is about 70 billion Euro in 2004
News from Helmut Kaiser Consultancy (24 May 2004)
APV sterilisation techniques improve UHT quality
User Application Article The Instant Infusion System from Invensys APV can help to kill a substantially greater number of bacteria spores than other processes used for the heat treatment of formula milk and milk concentrates
News from APV (24 May 2004)
Flow control orifices available laser drilled
Lenox Laser Corp announces expanded capabilities in the field of microhole drilling, with flow control orifices available in standard Swagelok fittings
News from Lenox Laser (24 May 2004)
Hydrogen generation plant for artificial sweetener
User Application Article Mahler IGS has delivered a hydrogen generation plant to Sudzucker in Germany, to provide on site hydrogen generation to the manufacture of artificial sweeteners from pure beet sugar
News from Mahler AGS (24 May 2004)
Flotation readies Polaron for new acquisitions
The recent Polaron listing on the AIM market will allow its already rapid growth to accelerate further following the subscription of additional capital
News from Polaron Controls (24 May 2004)
Coating for 50-year life in corrosive environments
A special anti-corrosive surface treatment that was developed by Poeton Industries to coat storage drums containing contaminated waste, is available for industrial aggressive environment applications
News from Poeton Industries (24 May 2004)
Accurate actuator is smooth and flexible
SMC Corporation, the world's largest manufacturer of pneumatic automation products, has announced the release of the EMY2 electric guided slide table actuator
News from SMC Corporation of America (24 May 2004)
Test out the Linux IPm industrial technology
Sixnet now offers an easy way for Integrators, OEMS or end users to test out the Linux IPm industrial technology and their unique ideas together, by using the pre-wired, ready to go IPm Evaluation Kit Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (24 May 2004)
Luton graduate runs Furmanite in Cumbria
User Application Article Tony Nicholls, a Luton graduate from 1995, is now the Managing Director of Furmanite International, a GBP24m engineering company in Cumbria
News from University of Luton (24 May 2004)
Array functions enhanced for VX CAD/CAM solutions
VX Corporation, the developer of advanced, integrated CAD/CAM solutions for engineers and industrial designers, has completely re-written its 3D array tools to deliver best in class functionality
News from VX Corporation (24 May 2004)
Advanced modem has extensive functionality
Westermo have released a new top of the range industrial modem, designed for use in high noise and extreme temperature environments: it includes all the very latest advanced features and flexibility
News from Westermo Data Communications (24 May 2004)
Wolf-Lyon agreement to promote Petzl safety lamp
The Wolf Safety Lamp Company and Lyon Equipment are co-operating to promote the Petzl Duo Atex rechargeable head/helmet lamp into the UK, European and International hazardous areas
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (24 May 2004)
Pressure transmitter gains nuclear approval
Yokogawa UK announces that the EJA Series of high-accuracy, high-stability pressure transmitters passed a formal evaluation conducted by the British Nuclear Industry Smart instruments working group
News from Yokogawa UK (24 May 2004)
Revolutionary new magnetic drive high shear mixer
NovAseptic, manufacturer of magnetically driven bottom mounted mixing systems, announce 'The Cyclone', the industry's first magnetically driven, bottom mounted, high shear mixer Brochure Available
News from Millipore (24 May 2004)
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