News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 26 June
to Saturday 2 July 2005
Improved hydraulic simulator for multiphase flow
The SimSci-Esscor unit of Invensys Process Systems has announced the release of version 9.0 of its Pipephase simulation programme, used in the design and analysis of oil and gas well systems
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor ( 1 July 2005)
ATEX certification for rotary power pumps
Rotary Power, manufacturer of hydraulic pumps and motors, supplies the A range open circuit and C range chemical metering axial piston pumps, fully certified to comply with the ATEX Directive 94/9/EC
News from Rotary Power ( 1 July 2005)
New Sales Manager for France and Spain
Elfab, Europe's leading manufacturer of pressure-relief systems, has appointed George Gallantree as its Territory Sales Manager for Northern France and Spain
News from Elfab ( 1 July 2005)
Successful traceability in Golden Wonderland
User Application Article A comprehensive factory data collection and traceability system installed by the Stevens Group at Golden Wonder in Corby and Scunthorpe is getting a face-lift after a decade of sterling service
News from Stevens Group ( 1 July 2005)
Operator Interface software upgrade now available
Idec Electronics are pleased to announce the release of WindO/I-NV2 version 2.82; the software used to programme their family of graphical operator interface screens
News from Idec Electronics ( 1 July 2005)
Valve manifold offers ease of use and integration
Norgren, the motion and fluid control specialist, has introduced a new manifold for use with its Watson Smith series of VP12 miniature proportional valves
News from Norgren ( 1 July 2005)
Pharma process weighing for Apotex Etobicoke
User Application Article Hardy Instruments is a supplier of process weighing equipment to the Apotex Etobicoke Pharmaceutical plant, a runner up for 2005 "Facility Of The Year" Award
News from Hardy Instruments ( 1 July 2005)
Castrol Lubecon keeps conveyors moving
A new, automated conveyor lubrication system from Castrol is proving that the best defence against equipment failure and downtime is proper lubrication and cleanliness
News from Castrol UK ( 1 July 2005)
Pilz launches third-generation operator interfaces
While the third-generation touchscreen Pilz Machine Interface (PMI) range may look similar to its predecessor, inside the units are very much superior
News from Pilz Automation Technology ( 1 July 2005)
EU Directives drive growth in WWT market
Water sector reforms in the CEE countries have been vital for the region's steadily growing municipal water and wastewater treatment equipment market
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 1 July 2005)
Agitator technology stirs up drinks industry
The unique ability of the 'Visco-Jet' mixer is to safely blend heat-sensitive or fragile media of any viscosity while eliminating foaming by not producing bubbles and even giving big energy savings Brochure Available
News from Orthos (Engineering) ( 1 July 2005)
Metal detection for The Authentic Curry Company
When award-winning food manufacturer the Authentic Curry Company wanted a new metal detector for their lines of frozen and chilled ready meals, they knew where to come: Eriez Magnetics Europe Brochure Available
News from Eriez Magnetics Europe ( 1 July 2005)
Accelerometers are excellent at low frequencies
Celsum Technologies have introduced the FA101 Accelerometer for general application, a strain gauge accelerometer with excellent low frequency performance Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies ( 1 July 2005)
New Foxboro automation system on Uranium mine
User Application Article Invensys is implementing the newest generation Foxboro automation systems at the world's largest undeveloped high-grade uranium deposit in Saskatchewan, Canada
News from Invensys Process Systems ( 1 July 2005)
500 to 2000 micron image analysis standards
Technical Background Article Whitehouse Scientific has introduced a new 500 to 2000 micron particle size standard designed specifically for use with image analysis systems Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific ( 1 July 2005)
Servomex 2200H oxygen analyser displaces 1100H FM
Servomex is announcing that its successful 1100H FM high-temperature oxygen analyser will be obsolete with immediate effect, and the 2200H instrument will be offered instead
News from Servomex ( 1 July 2005)
Lightning strikes again in the UK
For the second year in a row the British summer weather has resulted in increased incidents of thunderstorms and lightning with more predicted over the coming months
News from Phoenix Contact ( 1 July 2005)
Organic farm producer chooses CPS
User Application Article Devon based Riverford Farm Dairies, a specialist UK producer of organic based milk products (double cream, clotted cream, milk and yogurts) has just purchased a CPS pasteuriser
News from CPS: Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems ( 1 July 2005)
Versatile pilot-scale freeze-drying
The new look, revised VirTis Genesis Freeze Dryers are the most versatile freeze dryers for pilot, research or small scale production applications Brochure Available
News from Biopharma Process Systems (30 June 2005)
ABS pumps help keep Scottish beaches clean
User Application Article As concern for the environment grows, so does the need for efficient handling of both industrial and domestic effluent: ABS Pumps have provided equipment for an 1100m long pump-driven sea outfall
News from ABS Wastewater Technology (30 June 2005)
Boost for Weightron Bilanciai service capabilities
As part of their strategic expansion, Weightron Bilanciai have acquired the service and contracts division of Stelomain Weighing , based in Hertfordshire.
News from Weightron Bilanciai (30 June 2005)
Hire a portable ultrasonic gas flowmeter
The TransPort PT878GC is the latest portable ultrasonic gas flowmeter from Panametrics, and is available to rent from RS Hydro
News from RS Hydro (30 June 2005)
Changing legislative climates in water monitoring
Technical Background Article The water industry faces uncertainty in a changing legislative climate: the right monitoring systems can ensure that its operations comply with any future requirements
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (30 June 2005)
ControlNet and CANopen network adaptors
SMC Corporation of America, the world's largest manufacturer of pneumatic products and filtration equipment is now offering ControlNet and CANopen compatible network adaptors
News from SMC Corporation of America (30 June 2005)
Aspiration/pressure transfer station
The standard duty, oil-free aspiration/pressure transfer station is an economical, portable solution for aspirating or filtering
News from Rietschle Thomas (30 June 2005)
Robust multihop wireless mesh network nodes
User Application Article Newtrax Technologies has developed a WN-100 Wireless Node device for low power, long range and robust multihop wireless mesh network applications
News from Newtrax Technologies (30 June 2005)
ACHEMA 2006 at World Chemical Engineering Congress
DECHEMA, the Frankfurt-based Society for Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, will be exhibiting on Stand 8.6 at WCCE 2005 at the SECC in Glasgow from 10-14th July 2006
News from ACHEMA 2009 (30 June 2005)
All-digital low cost high performance servo drive
Low-cost digital servo drive offers high performance control of resolver-based AC brushless servomotors, giving a cost-effective performance upgrade for existing motor installations Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (29 June 2005)
New K-line modular pressure transmitter
The new Kistler modular K-line pressure transmitter satisfies the needs of chemical and process technology for a pressure sensor that offers high resistance to chemical corrosion.
News from Kistler Instruments (29 June 2005)
New 18 page Enclosed Product Catalogue
u k solenoid has just published their latest catalogue presenting the wide range of Kraus and Naimer Enclosed Switchgear products, which are available in insulated, mild and stainless steel enclosures
News from uk solenoid (29 June 2005)
New ATEX 100a pumps in polypropylene
You would expect Versamatic, with a tradition of innovation, to be the first major manufacturer to offer EU directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 100a) pumps to Group II Category 2GD levels in Polypropylene
News from Diaphragm Pumps (29 June 2005)
Non-aqueous acid-base titrations
Nonaqueous titrations play a key role in monitoring product quality in many areas, including the pharmaceutical, oil, and plastics industries, as well as the edible oils and fats industries Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (29 June 2005)
Attendance numbers way up for ISA EXPO 2005
ISA EXPO 2005 has recently announced that attendee numbers are up - way up - compared to last year at this time, for the annual event scheduled for October
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (29 June 2005)
Appointment of new Chairman for Petrofac
Petrofac, the international oil and gas facilities service provider, is pleased to announce that it has appointed Rodney Chase as Chairman, with immediate effect
News from Petrofac Resources (29 June 2005)
Scorpion Colour Matcher watches paint dry!
Scorpion is a new generation of Machine Vision technology that exploits today's low cost but powerful Windows based PCs
News from Digital Inspection Systems (29 June 2005)
Staff retention nosedives despite bonus bonanza
Technical Background Article Organisations in the UK engineering sector are struggling to hold on to their employees, despite the frequency and value of bonus payments, and benefits packages improve
News from Chartered Management Institute (29 June 2005)
New SevenGo line of portable analytical meters
Mettler Toledo has launched its new portable line SevenGo which includes five meters for pH/ion, conductivity and dissolved oxygen split into two performance levels Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (29 June 2005)
Contaminated land remediation and pumping system
User Application Article Thanks to a unique control system built and installed by Burkert, the once-polluted land of a brownfield site in the heart of the Midlands is now the location of a brand new Tesco superstore.
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (29 June 2005)
Solar-powered circulators provide pond odour cap
User Application Article Unique solar-powered circulators offer reliable odour control at industrial and municipal wastewater storage facilities, preventing health hazards, plus providing major savings on chemicals and energy
News from SolarBee (29 June 2005)
Separators help condition cutting fluids
User Application Article The use of modern separators to condition cutting fluids during continuous production can double the life of the coolant and have a dramatic affect on cutting tool life and the workpiece quality
News from Westfalia Separator (29 June 2005)
SIL verification calculation and examples
ISA recently announced the release of the book 'Safety Instrumented Systems Verification - Practical Probabilistic Calculations' by industry experts William M Goble and Harry Cheddie
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (29 June 2005)
Piccadilly line tube station control systems
User Application Article The rail software control systems company Transmitton has just delivered a refurbishment scheme at Northfields Station, on the Heathrow Airport branch of the Piccadilly Tube Line
News from Transmitton (29 June 2005)
Using hazardous area motors with drives
If you use hazardous area motors with drives, there are a few things you need to think about: but with a motor and drive from ABB, they have already worked out the details for you
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (29 June 2005)
Effective Asset Management with Profibus
Technical Background Article Expanding the envelope beyond the valve and instruments: Sean Cahill from Siemens describes the wider asset management facilities available with Profibus, across the whole plant
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (28 June 2005)
Graphic display with embedded intelligence
MMS Electronics releases a USB programme board EA 9777-1 for the new eDIP240-7 intelligent graphics display with touch screen controller, allowing direct connection to a USB or RS232/RS485 serial port
News from MMS Electronics (28 June 2005)
Kazhak oil production boost with ABB DP flowmeters
User Application Article ABB is helping boost oil production in Kazhakstan with the supply of differential pressure flowmeters worth GBP500k, for monitoring the flow of gas around the project pipelines
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (28 June 2005)
Full AS-interface functionality from OEM Module
Add full AS-interface functionality with a new Master OEM Board Module - now available from LC Automation: Bihl and Wiedemann are well known as one of the leading European suppliers of AS-interface Brochure Available
News from LC Automation (28 June 2005)
Pressure sensor built for hazardous areas
American Sensor Technologies offers the AST4310 Pressure Sensor, with media isolation,for measurement of gases and liquids in extremely harsh environments
News from American Sensor Technologies (28 June 2005)
KME launches the Legacy Pixel Transformer!
KME introduces a revolutionary new product to solve worldwide Legacy Display problems - the Legacy Pixel Transformer, a deceptively simple metal box containing the result of years of experience
News from Kent Modular Electronics (28 June 2005)
Support for World Congress of Chemical Engineering
Davy Process Technology is an active supporter of the 7th World Congress of Chemical Engineering to be held in Glasgow on 11-14th July 2005, and looks forward to meeting delegates there
News from Davy Process Technology (27 June 2005)
Solenoid valves for major Guinness brewery rebuild
User Application Article As part of the major redevelopment of the world-renowned Cherry's brewery at Waterford in Ireland, Burkert Fluid Control Systems has supplied 60 valves for a new brewing operation
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (27 June 2005)
'Concrete repair' buckets find environmental use
User Application Article Instarmac buckets are proving instrumental in helping to avoid oil spills in a number of sensitive environmental locations: they are ideal for catching the fuel and containing the waste after clean up
News from Instarmac Group (27 June 2005)
Real progress on carbon cuts is just a pipe dream
The UK stands little chance of meeting its long-term CO2 reduction targets according to a well-argued feature article that will appear in the July issue of The Chemical Engineer magazine
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (27 June 2005)
SBS software for food business management
User Application Article Sanderson, the leading UK-owned food and processing software provider has won a contract to supply its Small Business Solution (SBS) to growing flavour and colour manufacturer Claremont Ingredients
News from Sanderson (27 June 2005)
Economical Dry Ice maker for 'On-demand' use!
Low volume users of Dry Ice, educators and users in remote locations will appreciate this inexpensive and immediate source of Dry Ice
News from Bel-Art Products (27 June 2005)
Rittal offer 'build to order' GKG chillers
The Rittal comprehensive range of industrial chillers for process cooling can now be tailored to suit customer requirements Brochure Available
News from Rittal (27 June 2005)
Glass coated silicon sensors for pressure and flow
Groundbreaking technology is used in new sensors delivering fast response and greater accuracy when measuring flow rate, pressure and temperature in harsh or aggressive environments
News from Hamlin Electronics Europe (27 June 2005)
Best practice in stainless steels fabrication
A workshop designed to provide basic principles on welding and fabricating stainless steel, targeted at all those involved in fabrication, was held recently at Outokumpu Stainless in Sheffield
News from British Stainless Steel Association (27 June 2005)
Changes in the Managing Board of BASF IT Services
Dr Kurt Ettmuller is to succeed Ludwig Daniel Angeli as Managing Director, responsible for the Finance and Corporate Functions Division
News from BASF IT Services (27 June 2005)
The International activities of Profibus
"Profibus in Process Automation" and "Profinet" are the current main promotion topics from Profibus, from which the current market-leading position will be expanded world-wide
News from Profibus Group (27 June 2005)
Frequency to current 4-20mA signal converter
The SY020 Signal Converter is a unit that will perform a frequency to 4-20mA signal conversion function, typically required for transmission of turbine flowmeter pulse outputs
News from Synectic Design (27 June 2005)
Business ideas for satellite reporting sensors
Elta is seeking international commercial partners for its Argos transmitters, with customers needing mobile device tracking, monitoring of the environment, industrial risk management, data collection
News from ELTA (27 June 2005)
Connect laptops or PCs to cabinet front panels
A new interface device allows users to connect external devices such as laptops or PCs for set-up, programming and error diagnosis to the front panel of a control cabinet without opening the door
News from Harting (27 June 2005)
New crane revolutionises stockyard handling
User Application Article A radical new design of crane from Street Crane Company has been commissioned by Ireland's Heiton Steels, the largest Irish owned steel stockholder.
News from Street Crane (27 June 2005)
IMO appoints Aypex as new distributor in Wales
Leading automation and control specialist IMO Precision Controls has strengthened its Welsh distribution network by signing Aypex for the South Wales region
News from IMO Precision Controls (27 June 2005)
Festo is set to make an impact at PPMA, 27-29 Sept
Festo will be launching an innovative single-axis electrical positioning system on the UK automation market at PPMA 2005, and Stand 9110 visitors will be greeted by animatronic character Brochure Available
News from Festo (27 June 2005)
EXPO 2005 announces 'Wireless security forum'
Peter Fuhr, Chief Technology Officer for Apprion, will moderate a 'Wireless security forum', with several distinguished industrial panelists, on 26 October at the ISA EXPO 2005 in Chicago, Illinois
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (27 June 2005)
pH-independent free Chlorine measurement system
Rosemount Analytical launch the FCLi pH-independent free chlorine measurement system for potable water industry applications: the new system eliminates the need for a pH sensor Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (27 June 2005)
Planability overcomes SME business system fears
It has been estimated that 80% of SME companies do not have integrated management systems, yet 85% of these recognise the potential benefits: Planability can now offer this
News from Planability (27 June 2005)
Kemppi prepares for Schweissen und Schneiden 2005
Finnish welding equipment manufacturer Kemppi OY aims to put the company's slogan 'Joy of Welding' into action through brand new products and exciting stand activities in Hall 2 on Stand 230
News from Kemppi (UK) (27 June 2005)
24/7 Condition Monitoring Solution with ozWatch
Tui Industries Australia are offering a one stop resource for online surveillance and remote analysis and support through their ozWatch CM (Condition Monitoring) programme
News from Tui Industries (27 June 2005)
Servo controller/driver for Microstep motors
QuickSilver Controls, known for its ability to servo Microstep motors, releases its most feature rich single axis controller/driver yet
News from QuickSilver Controls (27 June 2005)
Climate Change apathy in industrial sector
Technical Background Article A G8 countdown poll reveals that 70% of consumers feel businesses should tackle climatic change head on: utility specialist McKinnon and Clarke calls for an end to apathy in the industrial sector
News from McKinnon and Clarke (27 June 2005)
New intelligent data acquisition devices from NI
National Instruments today announced the release of seven new R Series devices and five CompactRIO modules for embedded digital signal processing and high-speed control Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (27 June 2005)
Babcock Wanson acquires activities of SAFMAT
Babcock Wanson France, a subsidiary of CNIM group, has purchased from WOLF France, a subsidiary of group TUI, the SAFMAT industrial burner activity
News from Babcock Wanson UK (27 June 2005)
Precision control of the compressed air drives
User Application Article Multi-axis pneumatics and piezo-based pressure regulation are helping an OEM produce almost infinitely flexible shrink-wrapping machines which can be adapted to suit almost any situation Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (27 June 2005)
Safe Lock gives area locking to European standards
The widespread use of powerful industrial robots and automated high capacity machinery increases the risk for work place injuries: Safe Lock has been engineered to prevent entry to restricted areas
News from Micromech (27 June 2005)
Internal tube-weld inspection equipment by video
Orbimatic have introduced high quality, reasonably priced video inspection equipment to the UK marketplace for internal weld inspection on tube welds, using a motorised endoscope
News from Orbimatic (27 June 2005)
Profibus PA diagnostics in plant asset management
Profibus International has adopted a diagnostics concept developed in close cooperation with Namur: this gives a classification of diagnostic events and their status signals for asset reporting
News from Profibus Group (27 June 2005)
'Security in Automation' co-operation initiative
"Security in Automation" is an initiative to establish a practical and cost-effective data security concept for securing systems and devices that meet the special requirements of automation technology
News from Profibus Group (27 June 2005)
Powerful programming notebook for automation
The new Simatic Field PG M programming device is a laptop design that stands out for its wireless technology, powerful Intel Pentium M processor, large 15 inch display, and integral data backup
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (27 June 2005)
ARC confirms Profibus process automation benefits
Technical Background Article A new white paper of the ARC Advisory Group, "The Value Proposition of Profibus in the Hybrid Industries" confirms the benefits of using Profibus in process-oriented applications
News from Profibus Group (27 June 2005)
Smallest Janus Pump Launched
The Water Hydraulics Company have launched the new P1 water pump for accurate flow rates from 0.1 to 2 l/min, the pump has a positive displacement of 0.8 and 1.2 cc/rev as standard.
News from Water Hydraulics Co (27 June 2005)
The value of Profibus in the Process Industries
Technical Background Article ARC reports that the value proposition of Profibus lies in its ability to address the needs of multiple manufacturing domains, running on a common communication layer
News from ARC Advisory Group (27 June 2005)
New generation loop-powered displays
New generation 2-wire loop-powered indicators take up less room! The products have been designed to minimise the space required behind a display panel
News from Amalgamated Instrument Co (27 June 2005)
Cost-effective flow monitoring for hydraulic oils
PVL has expanded its innovative Clima range with the launch of the ClimaOil - a cost-effective flowmeter and datalogger for monitoring hydraulic oil systems Brochure Available
News from PVL (27 June 2005)
New pressure gauge calibrator available in the UK
The GaugeCalXP is a self-contained precision hydraulic pressure generator for the calibration of pressure gauges up to 10,000 psi: it satisfies the most demanding gauge calibration requirements
News from Haven Automation (27 June 2005)
New Swagelok remote panel-mount manifold
New Swagelok remote-mount manifold has an angled vent valve which is easy to actuate in tight spaces, even when the remote-mount two-valve manifold is panel mounted
News from Swagelok (27 June 2005)
ISA volunteers support Automation Standards
Technical Background Article Though behind the scenes, hundreds of ISA volunteers have truly set the standards and changed the course of the automation profession around the world through their work on establishing standards
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (27 June 2005)
Looking for borosilicate process pipe?
If you are looking for Borosilicate Process Pipe, H.S.Martin can supply material up to 300mm (12 inches) in diameter and compatible with pipe from all major manufacturers
News from Martin (27 June 2005)
ICA speakers available for presentations
Consultants to Industry LLC, an international marketing and communications company has formed the Instrumentation, Control and Automation Speaker's Forum, in co-operation with Spitzer and Boyes
News from Consultants to Industry (27 June 2005)
Pick up alarms on your mobile phone
Omniflex Limited, the specialists in alarm and event management systems, now offer plant engineers the convenience of having alarms from the their alarm annunciators sent direct to their mobile phones Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (27 June 2005)
Malvern project engineer for South America
Malvern Instruments has appointed Henrique Kajiyama to the post of Project Engineer for Process Systems: based in Brazil, Henrique is their first direct employee in South America
News from Malvern Instruments (27 June 2005)
Pneumatic rodless cylinders and magnetic sensors
A leading global provider of pneumatic rodless cylinders and magnetic sensors, Ultraline apply the latest in sensor technology, offering a range of 22 different styles in reed and solid-state versions
News from Ultraline (27 June 2005)
Industrial filter enhances machining performance
A new development in self-cleaning disc filter technology is opening up opportunities for removing the harmful metal chips and fines from the coolant in machining centres Brochure Available
News from AxFlow (27 June 2005)
Metal detectable plastic bucket
E-Components and Chains announce the launch of their Detectamet metal detectable plastic 14 litre/3 gallon capacity bucket complete with Detectamet lid and Detectamet handle
News from E-Components and Chains (27 June 2005)
Russian patented inventions online
FIZ Karlsruhe now offers access to Russian patent information in English language via STN International, the premier online service in science and technology. Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (27 June 2005)
Autosampler improves density measurement systems
Make density determination fast and error-free by automating the process with the improved SC1 autosampler from Mettler Toledo Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (27 June 2005)
Edible oil refinery installs Profibus PA systems
User Application Article With more than 200 field devices, Cocamar edible oil refinery has one of the largest Profibus PA installations in Brazil, using Smar transmitters and a Siemens PLC
News from Smar UK (27 June 2005)
Industrial Network Security webcast
Technical Background Article Processing Technology Expo 2005 is an online conference expo: the web event on June 28 discusses 'Industrial Network Security Vulnerabilities and Solutions' with emphasis on pharmaceutical processing
News from Industrial Defender (27 June 2005)
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