News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 11 July
to Saturday 17 July 2004
Dry vacuum pump system for Mass spectrometers
Waters Corporation has responded to customer demand for oil-free vacuum pump systems by using the BOC Edwards XDS 35i dry pump on its Micromass Technologies Quattro Premier range of mass spectrometers
News from Edwards (16 July 2004)
Liquid detects gas system leaks safely and easily
Hoke liquid 'Leak Detective' for detecting leaks in pressurised gas systems is now available from Circor Instrumentation in two types, one for regular temperatures and one for use down to -55C
News from Circor Instrumentation (16 July 2004)
Fire/gas/extinguishing system - integrated package
The Eagle Quantum Premier combined fire/gas detection and extinguishing agent release system integrates multiple functions in one complete package offering particular benefits to turbine manufacturers
News from Detector Electronics (UK) (16 July 2004)
Accurate purge gas monitor prevents weld failures
The latest Titanium Purge Monitor incorporates a universal cut-off feature, reacting when oxygen concentration reaches a pre-set level, for interlocking with automatic or manual TIG/GTAW equipment Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (16 July 2004)
ROMeo 3.0 online modelling and optimisation
SimSci-Esscor has announced the release of ROMeo 3.0, the next-generation of its online plant modelling and optimisation solution for process facilities
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (16 July 2004)
Jiskoot sampling systems in Libya like it cold
Jiskoot in-line sampling systems were selected for extracting batch samples of butane, propane and stabilised oil in Libya due to the sampler's ability to sample liquids at in excess of -45C
News from Jiskoot (16 July 2004)
Gentle mixer is perfect for explosives manufacture
Manufacturing explosives demands a really gentle mixing process, and the Lindor mixer has filled the bill precisely for Blastexpol of Poland, who supplies half of the country's industrial explosives Brochure Available
News from Orthos (Engineering) (16 July 2004)
Analysis of diesel fuels possible to ASTM D-5186
Selerity Technologies has successfully shown that its bespoke SFC oven solution is ideally suited for the development of the ASTM Method D-5186 for the analysis of diesel fuels
News from Selerity Technologies (16 July 2004)
Valves at Baxters soup plant prove 'souperior'
Long stroke double seat mixproof valves supplied by Sudmo UK are ensuring soups produced at the Baxters Grimsby plant continue to remain wholesome and tempting
News from Sudmo UK (16 July 2004)
X-ray microanalysis product improvements
Thermo Electron Corporation announces the expansion of its X-ray microanalysis product line with the addition of new instrumentation and software, to be showcased at Microscopy and Microanalysis 2004
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (16 July 2004)
Ultrasonic Scientific on show at Food Expo
Ultrasonic Scientific, a world leader in the field of High-Resolution Ultrasonic Spectroscopy (HR-US) for material analysis, will be exhibiting its latest HR-US accessories at the 2004 Food Expo
News from Ultrasonic Scientific (16 July 2004)
Boom in Ethanol storage tank construction expected
Fisher Tank, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of field-erected above-ground storage tanks, has geared up to satisfy the expected boom in demand for ethanol storage tanks
News from Fisher Tank Company (15 July 2004)
Magnetic filtration device for turbine gearboxes
User Application Article A new magnetic oil filtration device uses a pre-filter unit to cause ferrous and some non-ferrous contaminant down to less than 1 micron to be pulled out: it has been applied to wind turbine gearboxes
News from Fluid Conditioning Systems (15 July 2004)
HSC consults on major accident hazards regulations
Technical Background Article The HSC has published an online consultative document containing proposals to implement an EC Directive, which amends the scope of major accident hazards Directive 96/82/EC (the Seveso II Directive)
News from Health and Safety Commission (HSC) (15 July 2004)
Portable viscosity measurement on the spot
The Viscolite 700 from Hydramotion gives instant spot measurement of viscosity in the field, factory or lab without requiring any on-site set-up or calibration Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (15 July 2004)
Expanded scope for Gulf region seal service centre
John Crane has significantly expanded its ability to provide local customer support and service options to Gulf region customers with the opening of another Customer Support Centre, this time in Qatar
News from Crane EAA (15 July 2004)
MicroTREK: a dependable level meter proved on site
Trials of ultrasonic and radar level transmitters by Wopfinger, the Austro-German company producing ready-made plasters for the Construction Industry, showed the MicroTREK GWR to perform the best
News from Nivelco Process Control (15 July 2004)
Compact flexible automation system just 55mm high
The modular Inline I/O system, at just 55mm high can be installed to solve a range of automation problems: it has bus openness and cost-effective standard I/Os with up to 32 channels per module
News from Phoenix Contact (15 July 2004)
Performance Plus expectations are exceeded for BP
User Application Article A Performance Plus contract undertaken at a major European processing complex in Grangemouth has recently exceeded its third-year target to reduce the rate of pump outages by over 30%
News from Performance Plus (15 July 2004)
Really miniature polyurethane tubing and fittings
SMC Corporation of America, the world's largest manufacturer of pneumatic automation products has announced the release of series TU/M miniature tubing and fittings, with 1.2mm ID sizing
News from SMC Corporation of America (15 July 2004)
Machine Vision - magic or just new technology?
A seminar on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 4th 2004 at the University of Southampton Robotics Dept will discuss the latest machine vision systems and applications
News from Digital Inspection Systems (14 July 2004)
Choice in a changing environment
Register now for the most significant event on the UK environment calendar, the Environment 2004 conference from The Environment Agency, where the theme is 'Choice in a changing environment'
News from Environment Agency (14 July 2004)
Customer support centres earn certification
Re-certification by SCP affirms that Invensys is responding to feedback and making continuous improvements to maintain the company world-class customer support levels
News from Invensys Process Systems (14 July 2004)
Hot under the collar with the heatTHERM
JUMO have developed an economic series of thermostats in a simple design to a high quality standard that fulfills the special requirements of heating engineering
News from Jumo Instrument Company (14 July 2004)
Versatile strain sensor has integrated electronics
The new Type 9234A piezoelectric strain sensor from Kistler Instruments has an integrated charge amplifier with remote control of measuring range and provides an analogue output voltage of +/-10V
News from Kistler Instruments (14 July 2004)
Food grade synthetic hydraulic oils
Kluberfood 4NH1 oils are NSF H1 certified HLP oils in typical viscosities for hydraulic systems and exhibit excellent low friction characteristics, low temperature fluidity and water separation Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (14 July 2004)
Fully-automated analysis
The new MVA-13 is the Metrohm top-of-the-line system for the fully automated determination of organic additives in electroplating solutions by CVS (Cyclic Voltammetric Stripping) Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (14 July 2004)
Transmitter for multi-parameter process control
The new M 700 transmitter range offers a unique system configurable to individual applications for the simultaneous measurement of up to three parameters - pH/ORP, dissolved oxygen and conductivity Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (14 July 2004)
Economical FMCW radar level transmitters
PiloTREK is the name for the new FMCW radar range launched by Nivelco, catering for the needs of the cost conscious as well as the demanding customer
News from Nivelco Process Control (14 July 2004)
MES produces significant performance advantages
A new study has found that those plants using manufacturing execution systems (MES) enjoy a considerable performance advantage, including a 400% improvement in profitability over a three-year period
News from Rockwell Automation (14 July 2004)
New Schmersal safety technology catalogue
Schmersal, the specialist manufacturer of machine safety equipment, introduces a new Safety Technology catalogue covering its extensive range of innovative man-machine protection components and sytems
News from Schmersal UK (14 July 2004)
Bearings create a revolution in the water industry
User Application Article Thames Water, recognising that there was a need for improvement in the design of the bearing units used to support their Archimedean screws, got in touch with SKF, for modern bearing expertise Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (14 July 2004)
Visual flow check with an accurate meter
Oval gear flowmeters from Titan Enterprises, typically used for accurate measurement of non-conductive fuels and oils, viscous liquids and lubricating fluids, are now available with transparent lids Brochure Available
News from Titan Enterprises (14 July 2004)
Quad-lane Checkweighers give four times the output
Thompson Scale has designed an innovative quad-lane checkweigher, giving four times the output on one platform; it displays multiple product weights for enhanced quality control
News from Thompson Scale Company (14 July 2004)
Floats available in a wide range of materials
The popular Active range of floats has now been expanded to include new materials: stainless, NBR and PVDF
News from Active Switch and Sensor (13 July 2004)
Faster critical response with Unite wireless comms
Ascom launches integrated messaging system for customers in industry, to help manufacturing and process industries respond quicker, reduce production downtime and minimise risk
News from Ascom Wireless Solutions (13 July 2004)
Brushless AC drive combats mechanical resonances
Brushless AC servo drive adds configurable notch or low-pass filtering, to facilitate stiffer control and higher machine productivity by avoiding mechanical resonances Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (13 July 2004)
ATEX approved gas mass flow control
Bronkhorst Hi-Tech announce ATEX approved gas flow meters and controllers for use in Zone 1 hazardous areas, or on flammable gases: a 50:1 range and 1% flow accuracy is on offer
News from Bronkhorst (13 July 2004)
Low-profile capacitive sensors learn their task
New, low-profile capacitive level sensors can be attached to virtually any mounting, including small diameter pipes: set up to ignore a non-conductive foreground medium, to see through walls
News from Carlo Gavazzi (13 July 2004)
Injection production facilities certificated
HBBenda JV has been granted an operating license for pharmaceutical research and development: initial production has commenced and they have been granted GMP certification to the latest standards
News from Amersin Life Sciences (13 July 2004)
Inflatable Pipestopper stops swarf contamination
A UK repair facility for military shipping had a problem cutting a metal valve out of position without swarf entering the sensitive power plant of the vessel reactor: so they turned to Pipestoppers! Brochure Available
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (13 July 2004)
Practical new technologies in today's industry
The ninth ISA Ireland conference in November 2004 brings international speakers covering practical topics designed to improve competitiveness and quality in today's quickly changing environment
News from ISA Ireland Section (13 July 2004)
Automation contract for Greenfield pulp mill
User Application Article World's largest single-line bleached eucalyptus pulp mill in Brazil for Veracel Celulose SA will utilise advanced automation technology from Invensys Foxboro and SimSci-Esscor to achieve 900,000 tpa
News from Invensys Process Systems (13 July 2004)
JW Fairbairn Workshops at Instrumentation Scotland
JW Fairbairn Ltd have announced two workshops to be held at the Instrumentation Scotland and Offshore Systems Exhibition, in co-operation with ABB and ABB Engineering Services
News from Instrumentation Scotland and Offshore Systems 2006 (13 July 2004)
FEED requirements addressed by new software
SimSci-Esscor announces release of an advanced integrated process engineering platform for the process industry: Comos FEED, developed with Innotec, will address front-end engineering design needs
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (13 July 2004)
Megger MFT success brings customer benefits
As a direct result of the outstanding sales success achieved by combination testers in its new MFT1500 range, Megger is supplying a free calibration certificate, worth GBP69, with every instrument Brochure Available
News from Megger (13 July 2004)
LabVIEW 7.1 Upgrade on show
National Instruments has announced LabVIEW 7.1, a significant upgrade to the family of LabVIEW graphical development products, to be on display at Instrumentation Scotland Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (13 July 2004)
UK support for Nivus OCM Pro in water industry
After several years introducing the Nivus OCM Pro open channel and partly filled pipe flow measurement system to water authorities, Brian Gibson has now joined Nivus GmbH to set up their new UK office
News from Nivus UK (13 July 2004)
Parker Filtration keeps hydraulic systems running
One of the World's most luxurious ocean-going yachts, the Ilona, has Parker Filtration to thank for the smooth running of its unique hydraulic systems Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filtration Division (13 July 2004)
PICME presents awards to best chemicals improvers
Rohm and Haas this week received a national Manufacturing Improvement Award - for batch or speciality manufacture - for its acrylic emulsion plant improvement: their site dates from the 1850s
News from PICME (13 July 2004)
Removing water droplets from extruded strands
An innovative solution to the problem of removing water droplets from extruded plastic strand has been developed in the UK: the Qualconvey Vacuum Air Knife delivers the driest extruded plastic strands
News from Robin Engineering Services (13 July 2004)
Pharma IT Compliance Workshops 2004 Programme
The programme for the 2004 European Pharma IT Compliance Workshops, to be held at the Hilton London Olympia Hotel, from 27th September - 1st October 2004 has been published
News from Regulatory Compliance Workshop Group (13 July 2004)
First Wessex Water Profibus valve actuation site
User Application Article Rotork intelligent electric valve actuators with Profibus DP open control system connectivity are helping Wessex Water to improve the sewage treatment regime and protect popular tourist beaches
News from Rotork Controls (13 July 2004)
Be informed and in control with MessageHQ
MessageHQ is a PC based application for monitoring and logging incoming calls and SMS messages from remote locations: it displays a pop-up alarm window highlighting the location and specific alarm
News from SeNd Technology (13 July 2004)
Quantitative as well as qualitative analysis
A second generation CCD-based instrument, the ARL Quantris, can now support copper base applications: their precise and accurate determination allows maximum savings
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (13 July 2004)
Tetra: TErrestrial Trunked RAdio for water utility
WRc Utilities has worked closely with the Isle of Man Water Authority to enable them to become the first utility within the British Isles to use advanced Tetra professional mobile radio technology
News from WRc (13 July 2004)
Loop powered backlight for 4-20mA indicators
Enhancing their extensive range of 4-20mA loop powered intrinsically safe indicators, BEKA associates have introduced an optional loop powered backlight for all their field and panel mount indicators Brochure Available
News from Beka associates (12 July 2004)
Water purification from River Tees extraction
User Application Article Black and Veatch explain their Broken Scar water treatment project for Northumbrian Water, a new GAC plant to remove natural organics, providing 180 MLD, from raw water extracted from the River Tees
News from Black and Veatch (12 July 2004)
Pinch valves for particulate-laden liquids
Bio-Chem Valve has designed a range of inert, wide aperture, non-sticking pinch valves for the precise control of liquid and gas flow in medical and analytical equipment
News from Bio-Chem Valve (12 July 2004)
Precision extrusion dies for quality assessment
Celsum Technologies supply a wide range of precision extrusion dies for laboratory rheometers and extrusion lines and pilot extrusion plants, to study the flow behaviour of muds and slurries Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (12 July 2004)
In situ oxygen transmitter with remote electronics
The world's first in situ, zirconium oxide-based oxygen transmitter for flue gas measurement is now even more versatile as a "split architecture" instrument Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (12 July 2004)
New HSE guidance on accident investigation
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published new guidance on how to investigate accidents and incidents, including near misses
News from HSE (12 July 2004)
Next-era dynamic process simulation solution
SimSci-Esscor has announced the next release of the Dynsim dynamic process simulator solution, featuring significantly improved modelling and enhanced visualisation capabilities
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (12 July 2004)
Dual channel LVDT controller with scrolling meter
Macro Sensors has a new family of economically-priced, user-friendly digital controllers and indicators designed for measurement and control applications involving LVDT-based displacement transducers
News from Macro Sensors (12 July 2004)
Re-rangeable level transducer has 10:1 turndown
Pressure Systems now offers a datasheet detailing the new Series 770 re-rangeable hydrostatic submersible level transducers with 10:1 programmable turndown capability
News from Pressure Systems (12 July 2004)
ToughBook: Rugged notebook and tablet PC in one
Weighing just 2kg, able to turn itself from a conventional notebook PC into a fully portable tablet PC, the compact and extremely rugged CF-18 ToughBook offers fieldworkers the freedom to communicate
News from Rugged Technologies (12 July 2004)
Instrumentation Scotland and Offshore Systems
This event brings together the many companies who supply products and services to the offshore industry, plus processing, power generation, paper, distilling, water and waste, and marine engineering
News from Trident Exhibitions (12 July 2004)
Seawater filtration uses El-O-Matic actuators
User Application Article Emerson supplies valve automation solution to ensure reliability and quality of the South African uShaka Island aquarium, dolphinarium and seal stadium tourist attraction Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (12 July 2004)
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