News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 May
to Saturday 14 May 2005
Keeping Isle of Wight passengers informed
User Application Article Transmitton has installed a new Passenger Information System at Isle of Wight railway stations, Ryde Esplanade and Pier Head, for operator Island Line, funded by Network Rail Southern
News from Transmitton (13 May 2005)
New Sales Manager at Parker Instrumentation
Sheldon Banks is appointed Division Sales Manager of Parker Instrumentation, the leading supplier of tube fittings, valves and manifolds to the oil, gas, petrochemical, processing and utility markets Brochure Available
News from Parker Instrumentation (13 May 2005)
New ABB drives distributor in Wales
AN Supplies has become an Authorised Drives Distributor of ABB AC drives up to 355 kW for all of South Wales, holding drives from 0.12 to 18.5 kW in stock for immediate delivery
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (13 May 2005)
PLM offerings enhanced for medium sizes customers
IBM today announced that it has enhanced its portfolio of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Express offerings created specifically for medium-sized customers
News from IBM (13 May 2005)
Ethylene and propylene project on Red Sea coast
User Application Article Saudi Basic Industries Corporation has signed a Letter of Intent with Technip for the engineering, procurement and construction of an ethylene and propylene plant at the YANSAB Complex in Saudi Arabia
News from SABIC (13 May 2005)
TFT monitors for harsh environments
The first TFT monitor built to withstand the temperature of high-pressure wash downs to IP69K, ideal for the harsh environments of industries such as the food and beverage production environment Brochure Available
News from Rittal (13 May 2005)
Robots are masters of painting repetitively
The Fanuc robots are masters in the art of reproducing an intricate movement ad infinitum because details are important - particularly when they need to be repeated indefinitely
News from Micromech (13 May 2005)
'Let's Get Physical' one-day seminar
Seminar on the Control of Vibration and Control of Noise at Work Regulations in conjunction with a one-day Human Vibration Measurement Workshop provided by the Health and Safety Laboratory Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (13 May 2005)
Microjet Fluid Technology for homogenizing
Microjet Fluid Technology overcomes the limitations of conventional mixing and homogenizing techniques, and offers particle size reduction and a process control capability that is second to none
News from Christison Particle Technologies (13 May 2005)
Leak free pumps for the toughest situations
The established range of self-contained, leak-free Nikkiso Canned Motor Pumps is now extended by the introduction of the HK Series, a high head, high speed version of these sealless centrifugal pumps
News from Michael Smith Engineers (13 May 2005)
Level measurement problems crushed by Pulsar
User Application Article Stone crushers work best when they are full, often this is referred to as "choke fed": the weight of stone pushing down into the crusher increases the efficiency - level controls help achieve this Brochure Available
News from Pulsar Process Measurement (12 May 2005)
Durapipe ABS meets water quality approvals
User Application Article PCI Membranes has specified and installed specially developed Durapipe ABS piping and an extensive array of Durapipe fittings for it new range of Fyne Package Membrane Plants
News from Durapipe UK (12 May 2005)
Rheinland Award for Environmental Protection
For the 16th International Rheinland Award for Environmental Protection, the prize has been awarded to Prof Dr Joachim Luther, an internationally recognised solar energy expert
News from TUV Rheinland UK (12 May 2005)
Process safety conference planned for September
A major international safety conference will examine the complex and challenging issues faced by industry in maintaining the safety performance of their processes while improving profitability
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (12 May 2005)
Simplifying pharmaceutical cleaning validation
A method for detecting Chematic pharmaceutical cleaning agents uses the Ionscan-LS, to ensure that equipment is free from cleaning agent residuals to nanogram levels
News from Smiths Detection (12 May 2005)
Outer-space simulation pumping system
User Application Article Cologne-based Leybold Vacuum has sold four Coolvac 60,000 cryopump systems to Italian test-equipment maker Angelantoni, for use in an outer-space simulation pumping system
News from Leybold Vacuum (12 May 2005)
Digital signal-processing unit
The 990 is a digital signal-processing unit that accepts a signal from a wide range of remote instruments, including the Hawker Flexicap, SondaLoop or other level transducers and transmitters
News from Hawker Electronics (12 May 2005)
Emerson appoints INSTeng as local area distributor
Emerson has formed several alliances with selected UK distributors to stock and engineer Rosemount and Micro Motion instrumentation solutions, and the latest appointment is INSTeng in South Wales
News from Emerson Process Management - UK/Ireland (12 May 2005)
New rechargeable safety torch from Wolf Safety
Wolf Safety, the leading manufacturer and supplier of torches and portable lighting for use in explosive atmospheres, has launched a high-tech ATEX approved rechargeable torch
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (12 May 2005)
Enhanced mini CLIX Ex plug connectors
An updated and optimised version of the Stahl mini CLIX plug connector system lets users install, service or exchange all devices and systems during Zone 1 operation, without disconnection
News from Stahl (12 May 2005)
More Ultragrips from Viking Johnson
Viking Johnson has added Reducing Couplings and Pecatadaptors to its UltraGrip range of high tolerance couplings, flange adaptors and end caps for self-gripping Brochure Available
News from Viking Johnson (12 May 2005)
An opportunity to learn about Profibus 'live'
Another excellent opportunity to learn about Profibus and Profinet 'live' is the Profibus International Conference at Coombe Abbey, Coventry, England on 21st and 22nd June 2005
News from Profibus Group (12 May 2005)
Management changes at Leybold Vacuum
Dr Bernd Thurat is the new President of Leybold Vacuum: Dr Monika Mattern-Klosson has decided to take on alternative top management responsibility, and 'steps down' to a business development role
News from Leybold Vacuum (12 May 2005)
New flagship humidity transmitter series
Proven Vaisala Humicap technology provides a reliable top-of-the-line humidity transmitter for demanding industrial applications Brochure Available
News from Vaisala (12 May 2005)
Latest shaft seal design for high temperatures
The newest Meco shaft seal design, the outside face seal: ideal for the containment of vapours in vertical-shaft vessels, for high temperature processes, operating without a purge/flush system Brochure Available
News from Meco Shaft Seals (11 May 2005)
New clean steam generators save plant-room space
Spirax Sarco has launched a range of clean steam generators that produce up to 580kg/h of clean steam in a compact package that saves valuable plant-room space
News from Spirax Sarco (11 May 2005)
Diaphragm pressure gauge
One For Instrumentation are pleased to announce a new 'Diaphragm pressure gauge' to the range
News from One For Instrumentation (11 May 2005)
Wireless Profibus on display at June Conference
Phoenix Contact will be introducing Profibus on Wireless, using Bluetooth, at the Profibus Conference to be held at Coombe Abbey, Warwickshire, 21-22nd June 2005
News from Phoenix Contact (11 May 2005)
Cognex Corporation acquires DVT
Cognex Corporation, the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems, announced today that it has acquired DVT Corporation, a privately-held company based in Duluth, Georgia
News from Cognex UK (11 May 2005)
Hermetically-sealed cam action on level switch
The K-Tek LS series level switches are first to offer a hermetically-sealed cam action mechanism and one-step switch-point adjustment for more reliable measurements and zero maintenance
News from K-Tek (11 May 2005)
Orkot shows its bearing strengths at Norshipping
Orkot Marine Bearings is introducing Trelleborg Group partners Busak + Shamban Norge and Trelleborg Industri on shared Stand B01-31 at Norshipping this year
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions - Orkut (11 May 2005)
E-learning course: Hazardous Area Instrumentation
Abhisam Software is pleased to announce the release of the online version of its industry acclaimed e-learning course on "Hazardous Area Instrumentation"
News from Abhisam Software (11 May 2005)
Finalist in the Carbon Trust Innovator Awards 2005
Technical Background Article As one of three finalists from over 250 applicants in the 2005 Carbon Trust Innovator Awards, Curvaceous Software was chosen for their new approach to reducing CO2 exhaust gas emissions
News from Curvaceous Software (10 May 2005)
Stylish HVAC control modules in CentraLine range
The Command family of stylish and practical wall modules has been added to CentraLine, the new brand for energy-efficient automation of HVAC systems in small and medium sized buildings
News from Honeywell CentraLine (10 May 2005)
Batch weighing controlled through touch screens
User Application Article Applied Measurements was asked to design a batch weighing system where the ingredients of each batch would always vary: with a touch screen display the operator interaction needed was possible Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements (10 May 2005)
Radio modules set up warning systems needed by HSE
User Application Article Working in conjunction with Klaxon Signals, wireless solutions experts Pacscom have implemented a variety of systems for controlling sounders and sirens using radio control modules
News from Pacscom (10 May 2005)
Remote wireless temperature sensor as a thermostat
A new wireless thermostat receiver from Thermokon compares the room temperature sent by a remote wire-less sensor to the setpoint, and provides a heating control relay function
News from Slaney Direct (10 May 2005)
Product catalogue with added technical value
All the industrial process fluid filters and media manufactured by Rosedale Products Europe are presented in their catalogue, with full fluid compatibility charts and technical data on common liquids
News from Rosedale Products Europe (10 May 2005)
Conductivity measurement in ultra pure water / WFI
The Metrohm 712 Conductometer is a high precision lab instrument for conductivity measurement in ultra pure water, especially in water for injection, with the associated accessories Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (10 May 2005)
Cooling or heating of free flowing solids
Dimple-t is a specialist in the clean and economical cooling of free flowing solids: the solids flow between the vertical water cooled plates - or with hot water the unit is a heater
News from Dimple-t (10 May 2005)
Temperature controller with electric actuator
The Samson temperature control designed for application in instantaneous water heating systems helps to achieve hot water at a constant temperature straight out of any tap in a building
News from Samson Controls (10 May 2005)
2-wire modern capacitance level transmitters
The new Nivocap 200 range of 2-wire capacitance level transmitters is recommended for applications in liquids as well as in free flowing solids: it uses a rigid or flexible probe in the tank
News from Nivelco Process Control (10 May 2005)
Biofuels provide fuel tax savings
User Application Article Accurate flow measurement of Biofuels means users can enjoy fuel tax savings: Biofuels are included as part of an EU objective to reduce CO2 emissions and the reliance on external energy sources Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (10 May 2005)
Monitoring and predicting failures of motors
Technical Background Article Site electric motor problems result from basic design faults and poor manufacturing quality to problems caused by application and site conditions: most relate to bearing failure or insulation faults
News from Whitelegg Machines (10 May 2005)
New corporate image for Leybold Vacuum
Leybold Vacuum, the world's leading provider of system solutions and services for vacuum generation, has adopted a new corporate image
News from Leybold Vacuum (10 May 2005)
New Helium leak detector
With the new PhoeniXL 300, Leybold Vacuum offers a mobile helium based leak detector system which is equally well suited for use in series-production testing and in service
News from Leybold Vacuum (10 May 2005)
New for old policy on Bran + Luebbe and MPL pumps
Some day all pumps will need replacing, even those that have been regularly serviced and maintained: an SPX scheme allows users to trade in their old pumps for a discount against the latest technology
News from SPX Process Equipment (10 May 2005)
General purpose gasketing has WRc approval
The Garlock re-launched, lower priced Blue-Gard Style 3000 gasketing material now has WRc approval for use in water industry applications, following proven applications in steam service
News from Garlock (Great Britain) (10 May 2005)
Staying ahead with optimisation software
ProSim, the French simulation and optimisation software house recently joined the CAPEC (Computer Aided Process-Product Engineering Centre) Consortium, to keep abreast with the latest technology
News from ProSim (10 May 2005)
Signal conditioner for any transducer output
The 990 Signal conditioner from Hawker is for use with any transducer or transmitter input signal, providing a DIN mounted 4 digit LCD display of process variable, and an isolated analogue output
News from Hawker Electronics (10 May 2005)
Bearing wear system gives early warning
AMOT is featuring the innovative XTS-W bearing condition monitoring system that provides the earliest warning of bearing wear and trends monitoring, at the Norshipping Exhibition Brochure Available
News from AMOT (10 May 2005)
PLC for engines, turbines, compressors, generators
The AMOT TomaHawk 8635A programmable logic controller brings users a simple programming concept that allows custom and/or pre-programmed applications to be combined and tailored to meet user needs Brochure Available
News from AMOT (10 May 2005)
New Rapra polymer publications catalogue 2005/6
Technical Background Article Our new Polymer Publications Catalogue 2005/6 lists publications that encompass polymer science, practical processing technology and properties and applications of the polymeric materials
News from Smithers Rapra ( 9 May 2005)
Online searches for German drugs SPCs
FIZ Karlsruhe launches first special SPC database on STN International Karlsruhe, offering a new database containing all German Supplementary Protection Certificates from 1992 onwards Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe ( 9 May 2005)
Waste characterisation and consultancy focus
Following the restructuring of the WRc group in April 2005, new emphasis is to be placed on its existing waste characterisation and consultancy businesses
News from WRc ( 9 May 2005)
Gas samples simply humidified or dried
The latest ME Series moisture exchangers developed by Perma Pure are designed for humidifying or drying industrial gas samples: they bring a gas humidity into equilibrium with ambient air instantly
News from Perma Pure LLC ( 9 May 2005)
Test rigs conforming to FDA standards
User Application Article A specific request from one customer asked for a machine to flush and test medical filters using pure water or IPA, giving CPR a challenge, particularly making the design conform to FDA guidelines
News from CPR Automation ( 9 May 2005)
All change for PCI Bus Standards to PCI X
Technical Background Article The bus architecture of the PC is undergoing the biggest change since the PCI bus ousted the original ISA PC-AT bus in the early 90s, with the introduction of PCI Express Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision ( 9 May 2005)
On-line, field mounted Process Gas Chromatograph
The new Rosemount Analytical Model 700 Process Gas Chromatograph combines advanced technology and rugged instrument engineering, to enable on-line field mounted equipment Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management ( 9 May 2005)
Condition monitoring equipment sales engineer
Integrated control and asset management solutions supplier Transmitton has appointed Richard Shaw as UK and Ireland sales engineer for the ADT Rail Systems condition monitoring equipment
News from Transmitton ( 9 May 2005)
Free ion chromatography seminar
Metrohm UK is pleased to offer a complimentary seminar for both current and future users of Metrohm IC instruments to learn about the new hardware and consumables available Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 9 May 2005)
All-in-one non-contacting ultrasonic level
Ultra 3 and Ultra 5 from Pulsar take non-contacting ultrasonic level measurement into a new era: full specification level, control, and open channel flow measurement within a single controller Brochure Available
News from Pulsar Process Measurement ( 9 May 2005)
Safety is important in silo level measurement
User Application Article Vega have increased the reliability, accuracy and safety of silo level measurement at a plastics manufacturer, reducing risks to personnel who previously needed to climb to the top of the silo Brochure Available
News from Vega Controls UK ( 9 May 2005)
Connector integrates data and power-supply links
The new RJ Industrial Hybrid connector integrates data and power-supply links in a single IP67 protected device for use in hybrid Ethernet networks, reducing installation costs
News from Harting ( 9 May 2005)
LVDT valve position sensors for steam turbines
Macro Sensors is now a Siemens Westinghouse-approved vendor for replacement of LVDT position sensors on steam turbines, for position measurement on many types of throttle, stop and control valves
News from Macro Sensors ( 9 May 2005)
New compact and lightweight MIG/MAG welders
Kempact 2520 (5kg wire spool) and Kempact 2530 (15kg wire spool) are two brand new compact 3-phase 50/60Hz 400V MIG/MAG welding machines from Kemppi
News from Kemppi (UK) ( 9 May 2005)
Guarding for production and machine protection
Accidents will happen unless there is proven protection for workers: Safe Fix has been designed to be secure, practical and attractive, the ideal guarding for production and machine protection
News from Micromech ( 9 May 2005)
Low cost telemetry for small water treatment works
Operators of small water treatment works, particularly those in more remote and isolated locations, can now cost effectively maintain a constant watch on the state of alarms using radio telemetry
News from Pacscom ( 9 May 2005)
ifm continues to innovate safety safely
ifm electronic now has a whole family of inductive sensors and switches that are safe to use in a Category 4 (EN954-1) or SIL 3 (EN61508) situation Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic ( 9 May 2005)
Tension measurement under water
When approached by one of our customers to design a load cell for under water tension measurement, we adapted a standard IP65 unit, and with a quick and cost effective re-design achieved IP68 Brochure Available
News from Applied Measurements ( 9 May 2005)
LNG terminal construction, offshore from Italy
Qatar Petroleum, ExxonMobil and Edison have awarded Aker Kvaerner a USD 900M contract on the development of the LNG terminal, planned for offshore from the Italian coast in the North Adriatic Sea
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas ( 9 May 2005)
PennTech dual tray-loader for high output
The PennTech dual tray-loader is designed for high output of plastic and glass vials - with speeds of up to 400 vials per minute, in both aseptic and non-aseptic applications Brochure Available
News from Biopharma Process Systems ( 9 May 2005)
Biwater Leslie wins RoSPA Gold
Biwater Leslie has received a Gold Award in the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents Occupational Health and Safety Awards for 2005
News from Biwater Treatment ( 9 May 2005)
Joint commitment achieves BS EN 60439 compliance
Tegrel and Schneider Electric have announced the successful completion of the most stringent and up-to-date testing of motor control centre panels in compliance with BS EN 60439-1
News from Schneider Electric ( 9 May 2005)
Keeping a BP gas platform up to date
User Application Article An upgrade at BP Lomond North Sea gas production platform is seeing ABB replacing control modules and operator stations with modern equipment that saves space while adding more control capacity
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 9 May 2005)
High shear application viscometry
Suitable for QC or product development, Brookfield CAP 1000+ and 2000+ Viscometers are the perfect way to measure high shear product viscosity
News from Brookfield Viscometers ( 9 May 2005)
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