News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 12 March
to Saturday 18 March 2006
MES software in pharma on show
Werum Software and Systems, a leading supplier of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical production, will present its expanded product spectrum at the ACHEMA
News from Werum Software and Systems (17 March 2006)
New HEPA PTFE filter laminate on show
Donaldson Membranes highlights Tetratex high performance filter media for industrial and technical products at ACHEMA, and will present the HEPA PTFE Laminate addition to its Technical Products range
News from Donaldson Membranes (17 March 2006)
Esso Fawley to use CADWorx Plant Professional
User Application Article Fern Computer Consultancy announces that ExxonMobil Chemical has selected Coade CADWorx Plant Professional for its operational engineering requirements on their Fawley site, in the UK
News from Fern Computer Consultancy (17 March 2006)
Heat hired for train maintenance shed in 2 days
User Application Article When First Great Western wanted to heat the train maintenance shed at Plymouth they contacted Watkins Hire for a hire solution to provide safe, dry, fume-free heat air, but with no naked flame
News from Watkins Hire (17 March 2006)
MultiVariable transmitter for DP mass flow with FF
The Rosemount 3095 MultiVariable transmitter with FOUNDATION fieldbus offers fully compensated mass flow functionality, reduces process variability and decreases installation costs Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (17 March 2006)
An infrared camera for every application
With the introduction of its latest units, Flir Systems has successfully brought thermal imaging - the most universal of predictive maintenance techniques - within easy reach of every engineer Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (17 March 2006)
Low DP transducer is stable and accurate
The new 5266 series very low differential pressure transducer offers bidirectional differential pressure measurement from as low as 0 - 50 Pa up to 5 kPa full scale at an accuracy of +/-1%
News from Gems Sensors (17 March 2006)
Cannon miniAV automatic viscometer from Labtex
The Cannon Instrument Company has introduced a new type of automatic viscometer, the miniAV, which now automates sample measurement and tube cleaning Brochure Available
News from Labtex (17 March 2006)
Instrumentation expertise extended to Scotland
Roxspur are now pleased to expand their coverage and sales services into Scotland, with Gary Marsden representing the Platon, Sensit, Brearley and Nulectrohms manufactured product brands
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (17 March 2006)
LNG receiving terminal operations system contract
User Application Article Cheniere LNG has selected Invensys Process Systems to implement the Terminal Operations Management System for the Sabine Pass LNG receiving terminal being built in Louisiana
News from Invensys Process Systems (17 March 2006)
Robust, isolated digital I/O module for USB 2.0
Data Translation has announced the DT9817-R, a data acquisition digital I/O relay output module for USB 2.0
News from Data Translation (17 March 2006)
Durapipe UK offers flexibility with new fitting
Durapipe UK has launched a range of ABS spigot-ended flexible hoses, extending its ABS range of fittings to meet the needs of both the building services and industrial markets
News from Durapipe UK (17 March 2006)
TOC-TN analysers offer wider measurement ranges
A new range of TOC-TN analysers, the IL 500 series, from Hach Lange extends both the measurement range and performance levels available from this section of the laboratory
News from Hach Lange (17 March 2006)
Pulstronic valve with steady flow pressure control
Pulstronic is a proportional valve designed to provide precise and cost effective proportional pressure control for applications requiring a constant flow Brochure Available
News from ASCO Joucomatic (17 March 2006)
Mag-Drive pump gives no possibility of leakage
A storm within the process industries is being predicted by Wilden as its latest development, the Typhoon Mag-Drive pump, blows in, handling a wide variety of chemical and other low pH process fluids Brochure Available
News from AxFlow (16 March 2006)
Trace arsenic removal systems for drinking water
The SORB 33 treatment system and Bayoxide E33 media for the removal of arsenic in water destined for human consumption have received approval from the French Ministry of Health and Solidarity
News from Severn Trent Services (16 March 2006)
Competence in wine and must analysis
The Metrohm Wine Titrino is a compact titrator for wine and must analysis has an LCD screen for real-time curve representation, and is applicable world-wide Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (16 March 2006)
Rubber mouldings for the water industry
Jefferson Rubber Works, a leading manufacturer and provider of custom engineered injection-moulded rubber solutions, announces expanded capabilities for water treatment and hydronics applications
News from Jefferson Rubber Works (16 March 2006)
Overmoulding used for plastic heat exchangers
The Calorplast UK distributor/manufacturing agent, Chemical Process Solutions, explains the benefits of their overmoulding technique, used to manufacture thermoplastic heat exchangers
News from Chemical Process Solutions (16 March 2006)
ISA issues EXPO 2006 call for papers
Automation professionals around the world are invited to submit an abstract for the ISA EXPO 2006 Technical Conference Programme, to be held on 17-19 October 2006 in Houston
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (16 March 2006)
UPS solutions for PCs and workstations
The Rittal single-phase UPS series offers maximum safety for all PCs, workstations and servers, protecting them from mains power disturbances Brochure Available
News from Rittal (16 March 2006)
Energy saving compressors at AirTech 2006
Boge Compressors will be exhibiting a number of industrial screw compressors at the AirTech 2006 exhibition, Stand No. A114, being held at the National Exhibition Centre from 16 - 18 May Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (16 March 2006)
International Directory of Gas Technology
The new edition of Gastech - the International Directory of Gas Technology - will be published at the end of May, at a pre-publication special price for Processingtalk readers
News from Turret Group (16 March 2006)
Intelligent indicator lamps
New from Arcolectric is a range of smart indicators - intelligent devices that operate like standard neon indicators, but with added functionality Brochure Available
News from Arcolectric (16 March 2006)
Portable gas detectors to cover all applications
RAE Systems UK, supplier of portable chemical and radiation detection monitors, is pleased to announce it now has a full range of portable gas detection monitors to cover all applications
News from RAE Systems UK (16 March 2006)
ControlDraw process automation modelling system
ControlDraw is a process automation modelling system, for process control engineers, providing diagram, text and data handling functions for design, specification, simulation and documentation
News from ControlDraw (16 March 2006)
FAG bearing heater devices ensure longer life
To ensure maximum service life from roller bearings and steel parts, FAG has developed a range of heaters to ease mounting onto shafts Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (16 March 2006)
Fit and forget viscometer for specialty chemicals
User Application Article An on-line intrinsically safe viscometer from Hydramotion has solved an important problem in process control for leading South African specialty chemical manufacturer Zetachem Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (16 March 2006)
Stainless motor and mixer mutually complementary
User Application Article The supply of stainless steel components for the food, pharmaceutical and processing industries is the norm for hygiene sensitive areas because of its inherent suitability for the purpose.
News from Marlin Stainless (16 March 2006)
ASCO Process Scope at ACHEMA
Visit the ASCO stand at ACHEMA to find out about ASCO Process Scope, the most complete source of specialist solenoid valve information for instrumentation engineers working in the process industry Brochure Available
News from ASCO Joucomatic (16 March 2006)
Frost protection system for Aviemore WwTW
User Application Article Tracer has recently fulfilled an EPC project to provide an electric frost protection system at the Scottish Water new Wastewater Treatment Works for Aviemore
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (15 March 2006)
Taking the heat out of sprinkler system testing
Katronic Technologies provide a portable pump metering kit for fire pump testing on sprinkler systems to meet insurance and LPCB requirements, as well as local authorities Brochure Available
News from Katronic Technologies (15 March 2006)
Screenflex provides essential EMC cable protection
Where high levels of EMC screening are required for the protection of critical machinery, which must not be subject to interference, the choice of the electrical conduit is an important consideration Brochure Available
News from Kopex International (15 March 2006)
GE to acquire Zenon Environmental
GE have acquired Zenon Environmental for their ultrafiltration membrane technologies, in an all cash transaction for Cdn$24 per share, a total value of approx Cdn$760 million, or US $656 million
News from Zenon Environmental (15 March 2006)
Vibration sensors help keep frozen chips moving
User Application Article By monitoring vibration levels of vibratory chip feeder machines, plant engineers are aware of changes and can react to ensure corrective procedures or repairs are carried out when most convenient
News from Monitran (15 March 2006)
Leading rheologists will attend new Rheology Forum
Technical Background Article On 30 January, Malvern Instruments launched a new monthly internet forum of scientific seminars to focus on novel or expanding areas of interest in rheology
News from Malvern Instruments (15 March 2006)
Newsletter details sealing product applications
User Application Article The latest "Global Connexions" newsletter features sealing and bolting product application stories from the James Walker Group Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (15 March 2006)
Seals improve vacuum dryer efficiency
User Application Article A processor making chemicals for use in the aerospace industry needed seals for a horizontal rotary vacuum dryer, which would not allow grease or particles from packings to enter the process Brochure Available
News from Meco Shaft Seals (15 March 2006)
Noise at work legislation - are you prepared?
New 'Control of Noise at Work' regulations will become law on 6th April 2006: Safetyshop has a range of products to help educate, warn and reduce the potential effects of noise within the workplace Brochure Available
News from Signs and Labels (15 March 2006)
New HEPA filter media from Donaldson
Donaldson Membranes, worldwide expert in the manufacture of expanded mircoporous PTFE membranes, films and laminates, has announced the launch of its new product - HEPA PTFE Laminate
News from Donaldson Membranes (15 March 2006)
10,000 HVAC market drives sold by Trend Controls
Trend Control Systems, one of Europe's leading Building Management System manufacturers in the worldwide HVAC market, has sold more than 10,000 Vacon NX drives to the building automation segment
News from Vacon (15 March 2006)
Acclaimed EnSolv roadshow to visit Yorkshire
Technical Background Article Dates and location are to be set shortly for the EnSolv roadshow, which is scheduled to visit Yorkshire Brochure Available
News from Enviro Tech Europe (15 March 2006)
Level measurement for effective inventory control
User Application Article When Brenntag, the industrial and specialty chemicals distributor, needed a level monitor that it could rely on, they chose the Sitrans Probe LR radar transmitter
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (14 March 2006)
Meet ATEX directives with new safety torches
Many tens of thousands of Hazardous Area Sites now face compliance with the ATEX Workplace Directive, under the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations, otherwise known as DESEAR
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (14 March 2006)
Using asset management to meet the UWWT directive
Technical Background Article Asset management extends the scope of traditional control systems to include all automation functions, enabling wastewater plants to perform smarter and better with substantial cost savings
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (14 March 2006)
Industrial recorder offers 180 mm chart width
The Yokogawa uR20000 is an advanced industrial recorder which combines 180 mm chart width with a large display and Ethernet capability, with vacuum fluorescent display
News from Yokogawa UK (14 March 2006)
B and K expands support of I-Deas test products
With the Canadian software development company Maya HTT, B and K will become the exclusive sales and support channel for key NVH software products and active software maintenance contracts
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (14 March 2006)
Eads Company in Texas is new sales representative
McCrometer, a global leader in flow meter technology, is pleased to announce an expanded role for the Eads Company as their exclusive oil and gas representative in Texas
News from McCrometer (14 March 2006)
Laser welding head provides unmatched productivity
The Servo Robot Digi-Las laser welding head provides the ultimate in flexibility, productivity and quality due to its ability to combine seven different functions into one tool
News from Servo-Robot (14 March 2006)
ABB keeps it clean by taking away old drives
As an environmentally conscious manufacturer, ABB recycled over 11 tonnes of electrical and electronic waste from its variable speed drives last year, up by 57% on 2004 and by 100% on 2003
News from ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors) (14 March 2006)
6th Sewers For Adoption Guide
Technical Background Article The date 1 May 2006 is when new guidelines commence to govern all new applications for the adoption of sewers and the accompanying contracts concerned with their planning, designing and construction
News from WRc (14 March 2006)
Provide sales management professionals with tools
Designed to revolutionise field sales performance in any industry that utilises a traditional sales force, the ISS Intelligent Sales Solution is ideal for use by any size organisation.
News from Intelligent Sales Solutions (14 March 2006)
Datalogger ideal for field measurement points
The new member of the Zullig datalogging generation called m-line IIS is applicable for all measuring points, where data has to be recorded and logged on site
News from Züllig (14 March 2006)
Flir 'E' Series camera just got even better
The new ThermaCAM E300 is Flir Systems second E-Series 320 x 160 pixel infrared camera, a feature that provides superior thermal imaging performance Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (14 March 2006)
High quality temperature and humidity chambers
Unitemp announce the availability of a new range of high quality temperature and humidity chambers designed for the testing and monitoring of electronics, semiconductors, and selected products
News from Unitemp (14 March 2006)
ATEX for the World Class E-Series infrared cameras
The Hawk IR E-Series "Ex-Cam", is the worlds only ATEX compliant portable infrared camera system, suitable for use within electrically hazardous areas without the need for permits Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (13 March 2006)
The smallest practical data logger available?
The Smarter Little Logger measures and records up to 2048 time stamped temperature recordings between -10C to +85C, and a starter pack with two loggers costs only GBP62
News from JDL (Just Data Loggers) (13 March 2006)
Faster weld overlay cladding using twin wires
Technical Background Article Arc Energy R and D announces the development of a new twin-wire system for its weld overlay cladding (WOC) processes, doubling the deposition rate and enhancing dilution figures
News from Arc Energy Resources (13 March 2006)
Are energy efficiency incentives relevant to you?
Technical Background Article Growing businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sector (EM) are not doing enough to control their consumption of energy and are largely ignorant of incentives for becoming energy efficient
News from PKF Accountants & Business Advisers (13 March 2006)
Isolated frequency to current/voltage converter
The new Lee-Dickens frequency to current/voltage converter has built-in isolation and a universal DC power supply that enables legacy pulse emitting devices to communicate to current or voltage inputs Brochure Available
News from Lee-Dickens (13 March 2006)
Real time bulk density measurement at ACHEMA 2006
At ACHEMA 2006 in Frankfurt, Freeman Technology will demonstrate a new capability for the FT4 Powder Rheometer - 'real time' bulk density measurement
News from Freeman Technology (13 March 2006)
Asia-Pacific displays strongest growth for HMI
Technical Background Article IMS Research forecasts for the world market in HMI hardware (operator interfaces) indicate that the market will increase to over US$1.9 billion by 2009, experiencing a CAGR of 6.4%
News from IMS Research (13 March 2006)
New infra-red gas sensors for refrigerants
Edinburgh Instruments are manufacturing a new range of high performance low cost dual wavelength infrared refrigerant gas sensors in the UK, for use in a wide range of monitoring systems Brochure Available
News from Edinburgh Instruments (13 March 2006)
Low profile junction boxes have Quick-Disconnect
Turck new low profile M12 eurofast junction boxes provide efficiency and versatility for quick-disconnect wiring consolidation
News from Turck (13 March 2006)
5 channel Profibus DP spur and repeater component
ProfiHub A5 is an advanced flexible and robust network component for Profibus DP installations, making possible long multi-device spur lines and backbone structures with star/tree segments
News from Profibus Ireland (13 March 2006)
Valve management contract for CNR in the North Sea
User Application Article Severn Unival has been selected to provide a total valve management service for the control and choke valve population for all CNR assets in the UK North Sea
News from Severn Glocon (13 March 2006)
Managing hand-arm vibration in the workplace
According to the Health and Safety Executive, up to two million employees are exposed to potentially hazardous levels of hand arm vibration in the UK Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (13 March 2006)
Low cost, high resolution thermal imaging camera
The last year has seen the introduction of several low cost thermal imaging cameras: but not all these cameras have the resolution that comes from the 320 x 240 pixel array of the IVN 770-P
News from Impac Infrared (13 March 2006)
Dolgarrog Aluminium higher yield and productivity
User Application Article David Brown Engineering brought its vast range of experience of drop-in solutions to bear in a cold mill upgrade, an essential part of the Dolgarrog Aluminium multi-million pound investment programme
News from David Brown Engineering (13 March 2006)
New version of MagmaSoft simulation software
The new version of the Magma casting simulation software, MagmaSoft 4.4, is now available: it includes an impressive collection of new features as well as possibilities to evaluate the simulation
News from Magma GmbH (13 March 2006)
Cost-effective connection solutions
Colder Products Company, leader in the design of quick disconnect couplings, will highlight cost-effective connection solutions that make fluid transfer processes simpler, safer and smarter at Achema
News from Colder Products (13 March 2006)
High shear fluid processors
Microfluidics will showcase two of its most popular laboratory high shear fluid processors, the M-110Y and M-110EH-30 Microfluidiser processors, at the ACHEMA 2006 show
News from Microfluidics (13 March 2006)
Ethernet switch for use inside control panels
The Harting ESC TP08 Ethernet switch is the first of a range of compact IP30 devices developed for use inside industrial control panels
News from Harting (13 March 2006)
Bilsom upgrades Viking Series earmuffs
Viking Series noise blocking earmuffs incorporate patented Air Flow Control technology, which delivers optimal attenuation across all frequencies without increasing earcup size or weight
News from Sperian Hearing Protection (13 March 2006)
Measurement of surface finish - gloss
Rhopoint Instruments are pleased to announce the launch of their new lightweight and durable instrument for measuring gloss - the Novo-Gloss Litea
News from Rhopoint Instrumentation (13 March 2006)
Put the brakes on complexity - with torque control
Lifting and hoisting applications can be simplified and optimised with TorqProve, a new and unique torque control feature on the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 range of AC drives
News from Rockwell Automation (13 March 2006)
Solenoid valve supplier acquired
Following acquisition of Evolutionary Concepts by International Motion Control, their solenoid valve product range will be available in Europe through Midland ACS Brochure Available
News from Midland ACS (13 March 2006)
CFD with discrete element modeling capabilities
Fluent, the world leader in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software and services, has a partnership with DEM Solutions, a leading developer of DEM (Discrete Element Method) software solutions
News from DEM Solutions (13 March 2006)
Pan World pump distribution covers all Europe
The UK Distributors for Pan World Pumps within the UK, Chemical Process Solutions, will now support the range across Europe, using UK expertise and the large local stock
News from Chemical Process Solutions (13 March 2006)
Cement plant efficiency improved using Pavilion8
User Application Article Blue Circle Southern Cement selected the Pavilion8 raw mill control application to reduce energy costs by minimising the water content of the slurry while maintaining a consistent slurry particle size
News from Pavilion Technologies (13 March 2006)
Approved materials for clean water degassing
Forbes now offer approved random plastic packings for degassing and stripping towers for drinking water applications as dictated by DEFRA and DWI for degassing carbon dioxide and volatile organics
News from Forbes Group (13 March 2006)
NDT benefits from ultra-fast temporal analysis
Cedip Infrared Systems has announced the Silver 480M - a new state-of-the-art cooled IR camera that provides a complete acquisition and processing system for highly dynamic phenomena Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (13 March 2006)
The greater the risk, the higher the SIL
Technical Background Article Steve Meadows of Asco Joucomatic explains the function of Safety Integrity Levels in the new draft IEC61511 standard for the process industry sector Brochure Available
News from ASCO Joucomatic (13 March 2006)
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