News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 7 November
to Saturday 13 November 2004
Safety light curtain system is easy to use
The Banner Engineering EZ-Screen non-contact, point-of-operation machine guarding safety light screen system is arguably the most feature-rich and flexible system available on the market today
News from Banner Engineering (12 November 2004)
Ultra-small microphone hits new performance level
A new, 2.5mm low profile, aerodynamically shaped microphone has been introduced by Bruel and Kjaer to simplify the accurate measurement of true surface dynamic pressure (sound pressure)
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (12 November 2004)
New global food standard revealed
Technical Background Article The British Retail Consortium (BRC) is publishing a new version of the globally recognised BRC Food Standard, which will come into force mid-2005: it is used by certification bodies world-wide
News from British Retail Consortium (12 November 2004)
New CON 2000 advanced conductivity controller
The new Eutech CON 2000 from Cole-Parmer, an advanced, 1/2-DIN controller for conductivity measurements, is ideal for industrial applications ranging from ultrapure water to high conductivity!
News from Cole-Parmer (12 November 2004)
Looking to outsource Maintenance and Service work?
Looking to outsource Maintenance and Service work? But worried that the work done on your behalf will still enable your company to meet GMP guidelines? Contact Freestead
News from Freestead Process Technology (12 November 2004)
Oil separability number testing system
The TurbiScan MA2000 is approved as the only instrument suitable for ASTM D7061-04 - Standard Test Method for measuring n-Heptane induced phase separation of Asphaltene-containing heavy fuel oils
News from Fullbrook Systems (12 November 2004)
Wireless transmitters improve process monitoring
Wireless transmitters improve processes, enabling variables to be monitored where hard-wired transmitters are too costly, difficult or time-consuming: Honeywell monitor pressure, temperature and noise
News from Honeywell Field Solutions (12 November 2004)
Low cost Infrared Pyrometer calibrator
To complement their extensive range of calibration sources, IMPAC Infrared have introduced the IRC 120, a low cost instrument for the checking of infrared pyrometers at a fixed temperature of 120C
News from Impac Infrared (12 November 2004)
NI delivers lowest-cost strain measurement modules
National Instruments has announced the new SCXI-1521 and SCXI-1521B strain measurement modules, two devices that set a new price point for measurement-class structural test Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (12 November 2004)
New thermocouple data logger
Pico Technology, the PC-based test and measurement company, has introduced a USB (v1.1) version of its popular TC-08 eight-channel thermocouple data logger, which samples at up to 10 readings a second
News from Pico Technology (12 November 2004)
GBP 5 million chiller project completed at GSK
User Application Article Projen plc has successfully completed an award winning GBP 5 million project at GlaxoSmithKline to increase cooling capacity and replace ozone depleting HCFC based chillers at their Stevenage site
News from PROjEN (12 November 2004)
A perfect spin on product and bearing design
User Application Article Thanks to a complete understanding of its customer's needs, SKF was able to supply a new spindle assembly to a major marine equipment company that surpassed the technical needs and met price demands Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (12 November 2004)
New portable field balancer and vibration analyser
Schenck Balancing and Diagnostic Systems, recognised as a world leader in balancing technology, announces its re-entry into field balancing and vibration analysis with the SmartBalancer
News from Schenck (12 November 2004)
New Digital Lever Probe for PC or PLC interfacing
The Solartron Digital Lever Probe offers small size, low tip force and networking capability, accuracy of +/-1 micron, a measurement range of 500 microns, and better than 0.15 micron repeatability
News from Solartron Metrology (12 November 2004)
New single quadrupole Mass Spectrometer for HPLC
Thermo Electron Corporation has launched its next generation single quadrupole LC/MS detector - the Finnigan Surveyor MSQ Plus, targeted at chromatographers in the pharmaceuticalS and drug discovery
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (12 November 2004)
Website offers 'direct' savings for on-line buyers
Compressed Air, Pneumatics and Process Control specialists Thorite have launched a vibrant new website which brings a host of benefits to on-line buyers
News from Thorite (12 November 2004)
Management buy-out creates Turret Group Ltd
Following a management buy out from the Dutch RAI Group on 27th October 2004, Turret RAI plc, the Uxbridge based exhibition organiser and publisher, has changed its name to Turret Group Ltd
News from Turret Group (12 November 2004)
Controller brings flexibility in motor protection
The new ABB Universal Motor Controller, UMC22, offers a powerful and flexible intelligent control device for motor protection applications, and is designed for use with the new ABB Fieldbus Plug
News from ABB Automation Technologies (Low Voltage Products) (11 November 2004)
BEKA associates introduce fieldbus displays!
While fieldbus transmitters incorporate a display they are often small and difficult to read, particularly when the instrument is mounted in a remote location: BEKA introduces a separate display Brochure Available
News from Beka associates (11 November 2004)
High pressure miniature isolation valves
Flow control specialist Bio-Chem Valve has developed inert high-pressure miniature isolation valves: these are available in the UK and Europe from Omnifit
News from Bio-Chem Valve (11 November 2004)
Further FPSO order successes for Peter Brotherhood
User Application Article Bergesen dy ASA has chosen UK engineering company Peter Brotherhood to supply two steam turbine driven alternator sets for an FPSO vessel for the Woodside Chinguetti field off the coast of Mauritania
News from Brotherhood (11 November 2004)
Unique mixing system for use on IBCs on free trial
Euromixers unique mixing system is designed for use on standard transportable container (IBC) to quickly re-suspend the container contents, following settling out during transport or storage Brochure Available
News from Euromixers (11 November 2004)
Rugged hydraulics safely lift 900 pipeline anchors
User Application Article A rugged Enerpac hydraulics system will safely lift 900 anchors for Australia's largest oil and gas project, the laying of an 80km string of subsea pipeline anchors off Australia's north-west coast
News from Enerpac (11 November 2004)
New portable liquid level monitoring system
EPG Companies Inc introduces the LevelMaster LMSA 500 portable liquid level monitoring system to the landfill, remediation and water and wastewater industry
News from EPG Companies (11 November 2004)
Stop high-speed lines making high-speed rejects!
Harford Control apply statistical process control techniques (SPC) transparently to any production filling line in the Food, Drink, Toiletry and Cosmetic industries, to improve operations
News from Harford Control (11 November 2004)
GMP, validation and SOP courses in Dublin, Ireland
Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) training courses covering good manufacturing practice (GMP), validation and how to write standard operating procedures (SOPs), are taking place in Dublin soon
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (11 November 2004)
New Director appointments for RFID technology firm
Innovision Research and Technology plc, a leading developer of Radio Frequency Identification technologies has strengthened its Board of Directors with the appointment of two non-executive directors
News from Innovision Research and Technology (11 November 2004)
Intrinsically safe temperature data logger
The JR-1001 intrinsically safe temperature recorder is an electronic recording device designed to measure and record changes in temperature at user set intervals in hazardous areas
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (11 November 2004)
Krohne Optimass helps make ginger biscuits
User Application Article One of the best known biscuit manufacturers has installed two Krohne Optimass Coriolis mass flowmeters to overcome a problem of ensuring exact amounts of ingredients are added during manufacture
News from Krohne (11 November 2004)
Surface-mounted flow control fittings for analyser
User Application Article Preem Refinery Lysekil in Sweden has installed its first surface-mounting flow control substrate in a process analyser station: the modular fittings are from the Parker Instrumentation Intraflow range Brochure Available
News from Parker Instrumentation (11 November 2004)
ATEX Directive is now mandatory
The ATEX Directive does not only cover electrical equipment but also equipment with parts that cause an increase of temperature or static electricity: and it has been mandatory since July 2003
News from TUV Rheinland UK (11 November 2004)
New range of modular pumps for water + wastewater
ABS Pumps has launched a new range of modular, general purpose pumps, developed to suit applications where clean water, clear or turbid liquids need to be handled
News from ABS Wastewater Technology (10 November 2004)
First desktop/wall-mountable Advantech IPC chassis
Advantech today launches IPC-7220 industrial computer chassis, the next-generation wall-mountable industrial node solution with high capacity for ATX motherboards Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (10 November 2004)
Magnetically driven self-cleaning filter launched
Available from Axflow Limited, the MCF is a unique filter that employs magnetically coupled drive technology to move the self-cleaning disc, eliminating the need for shaft or external drive seals Brochure Available
News from AxFlow (10 November 2004)
Even coverage from pulsating spray pump system
User Application Article Blacoh Fluid Control recently solved a process problem for a decontamination facility that pumped acids through a series of 15 degree spray nozzles to rinse radiation from contaminated metals
News from Blacoh Fluid Control (10 November 2004)
Kerala water supply project started in India
User Application Article Black and Veatch, a partner in the TEC Consortium, has begun the Kerala Water Supply Project, a GBP255M contract in the state of Kerala, India - the largest such project in the State's history
News from Black and Veatch (10 November 2004)
BHR Group 12th International Multiphase Conference
Multiphase Production Technology 2005, to be held in Barcelona, is the latest in a series of highly successful multiphase conferences: BHR Group hs issued a call for papers for this event
News from BHR Group Conferences (10 November 2004)
International Conference on Pipeline Protection
The 16th International Conference on Pipeline Protection will provide the latest information on research, developments and applications: scheduled for 2005 in Cyprus, BHR has issued a call for papers
News from BHR Group Conferences (10 November 2004)
Magnetic agitators for pharmacy and biotechnology
Mixing specialist Chemineer has introduced a proven range of magnet-coupled agitators to the UK for biotechnology and pharmacy applications requiring high levels of sterility
News from Chemineer (10 November 2004)
Couplings give high flow plus chemical resistance
Colder Products Company (CPC) introduces the addition of new high-flow terminations to its NSH Series Non-Spill coupling for up to 19.0 mm inner diameter tubing
News from Colder Products (10 November 2004)
Prevent line downtime if primary pump fails
Standby, continuous-duty pump prevents line downtime if primary pump fails in a new line of duplex chemical feed pump systems - a complete package with easy installation - simply connect fluid lines!
News from Cole-Parmer (10 November 2004)
Product Lifecycle Management initiative in Korea
Dassault Systemes, the world's leading developer of product lifecycle management solutions, announces the PLM Spark programme, an initiative that measures and promotes PLM skills in Korean companies
News from Dassault Systemes (10 November 2004)
Complete the Data Track survey and win a camera
The new Data Track website is a real win/win story for process engineers: easy to use and full of useful data, there is a survey that takes less than 2 minutes to complete, with a camera as a prize!
News from Data Track Process Instruments (10 November 2004)
Large digit process displays launched
To complement the recent launch of the Tracker 300 series, Data Track Process Instruments is introducing the new Tracker 290 range of large digit process displays
News from Data Track Process Instruments (10 November 2004)
Hybrid controller aids versatility and efficiency
The Honeywell HC900, the latest hybrid controller, provides many features that raise profits by boosting versatility and process efficiency, yet also cut development and start-up time and cost
News from Honeywell Field Solutions (10 November 2004)
Innovative vibration monitor from ifm is finalist!
The new condition-monitoring vibration sensor efector octavis, recently launched by sensor market leader ifm electronic, and designed to keep watch over roller bearings is an award finalist at Hanover Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (10 November 2004)
Nominate people for ISA honours in 2005
ISA is requesting nominations for the annual honours and awards: the deadline to submit either Society service or technical award nominations is 31 January 2005
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (10 November 2004)
KME perfects LCD-for-CRT monitor replacement
CRT technology is under siege and falling out of favour as the ubiquitous flat-panel steadily gains market share: some CRT sizes are nearly impossible to source now. KME has the answer
News from Kent Modular Electronics (10 November 2004)
Expanded family of Iso-Flo vibratory conveyors
Key Technology introduces the expanded Iso-Flo family of vibratory conveyors, offering new systems that improve dependability and enhance sanitation,complete with a two-year warranty
News from Key Technology (10 November 2004)
Red Lion LED display readable from 80 metres!
The BFD connects into the RS485 port on a G303 HMI and provides a massive 38" LED display which can be easily read from up to 80m away: it shows the graphic images as well as text, and all can see it! Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (10 November 2004)
Food chemistry and the determination of sugars
Technical Background Article The determination of sugars in dairy products is of high importance: but when carrying out direct ion chromatographic determinations, precipitation of protein constituents on the column is a problem Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (10 November 2004)
A new range of mass comparators launched
Mettler Toledo has launched a new range of mass comparators to complement the new Excellence XP range of balances: these are ideal for detecting small changes of weight Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (10 November 2004)
Omagh Mountjoy Wastewater Treatment Works
A Purac-brand consortium has secured a contract from Water Service of Northern Ireland for work at Omagh Mountjoy Wastewater Treatment Works
News from Enpure (10 November 2004)
Courses to improve manufacturing performance
Rockwell Automation has announced its 2004/2005 training schedule, which includes a number of new courses covering recently introduced Allen-Bradley hardware and RSBizWare plant management software
News from Rockwell Automation (10 November 2004)
EasySens - the progressive radio sensor system
At last, building control technology is experiencing a comprehensive product line of sensors and receivers making it possible to build up wire-less and maintenance-free sensors within buildings
News from Slaney Direct (10 November 2004)
Direct-drive solution offers superior control
User Application Article SKF has developed a unique oscillating drive unit (ODU) to drive and control the distribution rollers that transfer and spread ink and dampening fluid onto the paper in printing machines Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (10 November 2004)
Asset management for valves and actuators
Technical Background Article Interrogation of intelligent valve actuators enables the plant operator to determine any potential failures before they occur, and to plan for maintenance, which can be scheduled in normal down time
News from Tyco Flow Controls (10 November 2004)
Integrated pharma environmental monitoring service
Testo now offers pharmaceutical companies a complete solution for the management of clinical environments, with instruments for continuous monitoring and data logging to 21 CFR Part 11 standard
News from Testo (10 November 2004)
Storm flows tamed by Vexamus Water at Millom WWTW
User Application Article Vexamus Water has completed a successful pilot trial for United Utilities to investigate the treatment of UIDs (Unsatisfactory Intermittent Discharges, or storm flows) from sewage treatment works
News from Vexamus Water (10 November 2004)
New design of variable speed gear pump system EPAI
At the EuroBlech 2004 in Hanover, Voith Turbo presented for the first time its new variable speed hybrid gear pump system 'EPAI', the design having an internal gear pump as the main feature
News from Voith Turbo (10 November 2004)
Investment in boiler hire equipment hits a record
Watkins investment in new steam and heating boiler plant continues: in the first week of November 2004 we have delivered three brand new boilers on long term hire contracts
News from Watkins Hire (10 November 2004)
Hydraulic muscle powers prototype haymaker
User Application Article Parker Hannifin's variable displacement VP1 pump has enabled an enterprising farmer to achieve a novel idea, of combining a flat bed lorry with a standard hay bale loader Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (10 November 2004)
Redundant fieldbus power supply package for FF
The FPS200 is the latest fieldbus power supply conditioning system from Hawke, and it is now fully approved by the Fieldbus Foundation in Austin, TX
News from Moore Industries International (10 November 2004)
New website and unveils new company identity
AMOT has launched a new website and the company has also unveiled a new AMOT corporate identity and logo reflecting its global strategy to market their capability within the rotating equipment market Brochure Available
News from AMOT ( 9 November 2004)
Aker Kvaerner to remove platforms on Frigg field
Aker Kvaerner Offshore Partner AS has been awarded the contract for engineering, preparation, removal and disposal of the Frigg Field installations by the oil company Total E and P Norge AS
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas ( 9 November 2004)
Automated brake noise analysis
For automotive engineers, brake noise provides valuable information about the status and the behaviour of the complete braking system: brake noise analysis is an important part of development testing
News from Caesar DataSystems ( 9 November 2004)
Application-oriented training course programme
The Centre for Professional Advancement is the largest technical training organisation in the world, with a curriculum of over 600 short courses, in chemicals, pharmaceuticals and technical training
News from Centre for Professional Advancement ( 9 November 2004)
Teflon encapsulated 'O' rings available from stock
Dichtomatik Teflon encapsulated 'O' rings consist of a seamless and uniform FEP encapsulation which completely encloses a core material of either silicone or viton elastomer Brochure Available
News from Dichtomatik ( 9 November 2004)
Sauerstoffmessgerate fur ScottishPower Generation
User Application Article Emerson liefert Sauerstoffmessgerate fur die ScottishPower Generation Ltd., um die Effektivitat der Kesselanlagen zu verbessern Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management ( 9 November 2004)
2005 general assembly will be in Vienna
The Fieldbus Foundation today announced that its 2005 General Assembly will be held in Vienna, Austria, on Wednesday, February 23, and Thursday, February 24, at the InterContinental Hotel
News from Fieldbus Foundation ( 9 November 2004)
Powder rheometer product launch at AAPS
Freeman Technology invites you to AAPS in Baltimore for a briefing on the latest in fully automated powder flow testing using the company's FT4 Powder Rheometer
News from Freeman Technology ( 9 November 2004)
Pressure calibration instrument now ATEX-approved
The XP2i Digital Pressure Gauge is unlike any other in looks, performance and construction: accuracy is specified 0.1% of reading from 20% to 100% of full scale, unaffected by temperature
News from Haven Automation ( 9 November 2004)
Economic Advantages of using Foundation Fieldbus
Reminder from the IMC London Section Committee regarding the forthcoming technical lecture, entitled "The Economic Advantages of using Foundation Fieldbus", on Tuesday 09 Nov 2004 at 1800
News from IMC London Section ( 9 November 2004)
New version of Industrial Application Server s/w
Wonderware releases Industrial Application Server 2.0 offering unprecedented scalability, redundancy and plant information security, covering 250 to 1 million I/O points across up to 100 nodes
News from Invensys Wonderware ( 9 November 2004)
Jasun launches new range top quality HEPA filters
Jasun Filtration plc, the UK's oldest independent air filtration manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership, which will provide HEPA filters capable of trapping particles down to 0.1micron
News from Jasun Filtration ( 9 November 2004)
Solids Technology launches its new website
Solids Technology International Ltd has recently launched its new website: the design was undertaken in house utilising technology and resources provided by Kent Process Technologies
News from Kent Process Technologies ( 9 November 2004)
Stock taking discounts from Mettler Toledo
A small selection of ex-demonstration Karl Fischer and general titrators are available at discounted prices, as well as a variety of products accessories, following out stock-take this month Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo ( 9 November 2004)
New MOXA Smart Multiport Serial Boards
Moxa Technologies, a leading Industrial Device Networking solution provider, introduces its new MOXA Smart Multiport Serial Boards CP-118U, supporting 8 RS-232/422/485 serial ports
News from Moxa Technologies ( 9 November 2004)
Virtual instrumentation laboratory for UWE Bristol
National Instruments has established a joint virtual instrumentation laboratory with the University of the West of England, at the UWE Frenchay Campus in Bristol, UK Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 9 November 2004)
Optimum control with remote capability
Maintaining the gas pre-charge pressure at the correct level in an accumulator is vital: the Parker Hannifin remote charging and gauging (RCG) block makes it easy to maintain the correct pressure Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin ( 9 November 2004)
New guide cures fluctuation and flicker headaches
Compliance with flicker standards is required for all equipment, if it is to conform with the EMC Directive when the self-declaration route to conformity is taken: REO has a FREE guide to explain this Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) ( 9 November 2004)
Evaporative cooling saves energy costs
Technical Background Article Evaporative air-cooling can provide excellent cooling and ventilation with minimal energy consumption using water as a working fluid and avoiding the use of ozone-destroying CFCs in compressor systems Brochure Available
News from Seeley International (Europe) ( 9 November 2004)
Exclusive distributor for gas monitoring products
Slaney Direct has been appointed exclusive distributor of MSR Electronics GmbH gas monitoring products and systems for building automation for UK and Ireland
News from Slaney Direct ( 9 November 2004)
Rugged, digital mini probe reflects your needs
Close consultation with partners in the OEM gauging industry led to the new Solartron Digital Mini Probe: a compact, rugged and high accuracy probe for gauging in confined spaces such as bores, cones
News from Solartron Metrology ( 9 November 2004)
Spectroscopy educational packages launched
The Thermo Electron Corporation new Nicolet IR Series FT-IR Educational Packages are specifically designed to facilitate the teaching of infrared spectral interpretation Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics ( 9 November 2004)
Pressure transducer has outstanding performance
UK Instruments and Controls presents the new Ashcroft G2 pressure transducer, a superior, high performing pressure transducer designed for a broad spectrum of OEM applications
News from UK Instruments and Controls ( 9 November 2004)
GRP Device Couplers for fieldbus applications
Hawke new GRP enclosures are available for ProfibusPA or Foundation Fieldbus systems with capacities for 4-, 8- and 10-spurs in general purpose applications or any hazardous area
News from Moore Industries International ( 9 November 2004)
Plastic encased tilt switch type TTS-MC15
Active Switch and Sensor has now fitted a small ball, contact type, tilt switch into a miniature rectangular plastic case for easy installation
News from Active Switch and Sensor ( 8 November 2004)
New modular research Rheometer
The NEW Viscoanalyser Rheometer system from ATS RheoSystems is an efficient, easy-to-operate, research rheometer, designed following a modular concept, upgradable to meet a user's expanding needs
News from ATS Rheosystems ( 8 November 2004)
Flangecombe appointed pneumatic component stockist
Flangecombe Ltd, the specialist supplier of pneumatics technology, has been appointed a 'Premier Stockist' by Festo, for the Willenhall, Bilston and Wolverhampton areas Brochure Available
News from Festo ( 8 November 2004)
IMPAC Series 140 Pyrometer range extended again!
The range of the well-proven IMPAC Series 140, highly accurate, digital Infrared Pyrometers has yet again been extended, with the IPE 140, a pyrometer which measures in the range 30 to 1200C
News from Impac Infrared ( 8 November 2004)
Free workshops on temperature programmed HPLC
Temperature programmed liquid chromatography specialist Selerity Technologies Inc is organising three workshops where chromatographers will be able to learn more about Temperature Programmed HPLC
News from Selerity Technologies ( 8 November 2004)
Spirax Sarco pressure reducing valve upgraded
Spirax Sarco pilot operated pressure reducing valves have been upgraded with the introduction of a hi-tech, variable rate, pressure control spring, simplifying ordering and cutting stockholding costs
News from Spirax Sarco ( 8 November 2004)
Comprehensive EPA and EDD reporting software
Thermo Electron Corporation now offers a fully integrated software package for US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reporting using ICP-MS Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics ( 8 November 2004)
Non-contact thermometers for food safety
The new Digitron FoodPro family of thermometers is designed for food service and food inspection applications, as quick and reliable tools for inspecting surface and internal food temperatures
News from UK Instruments and Controls ( 8 November 2004)
Water vapour is omnipresent and insidious
Water vapour is invasive and the wastage it causes costs UK businesses hundreds of millions of pounds each year: O rings, seals and enclosures that keep water out, don't stop water vapour
News from Versaperm ( 8 November 2004)
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