News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 August
to Saturday 19 August 2006
Imass Design Solutions helps Expro design team
User Application Article Leading global oilfield service company Expro International Group has invested in 20 new seats of Autodesk Inventor to add to 10 already installed
News from Autodesk (18 August 2006)
Zetasizer Nano in use at BegbrokeNano in Oxford
A Zetasizer Nano particle characterisation system is one of several analytical solutions available to researchers at BegbrokeNano, a new UK centre offering facilities for materials characterisation
News from Malvern Instruments (18 August 2006)
Cartridge-technology hydraulic valves offshore
The new DN5 Series hydraulic solenoid valve from Midland-ACS, designed for severe offshore environments, is ideal for actuator and wellhead control, with a stainless steel metal-to-metal seat Brochure Available
News from Midland ACS (18 August 2006)
Dragon+TCKilns at Tecnargilla exhibition in Rimini
Following success at Ceramitec in Munich and at Ceramics China, Dragon+TCKilns will be exhibiting at the Tecnargilla exhibition in Rimini, Italy this Autumn
News from Dragon & TCKilns (18 August 2006)
A viable solution for land de-contamination
Virotec provides a range of uniquely tailored technologies for the treatment of contaminated water, industrial and municipal wastewater, solids and other environmental remediation applications.
News from Virotec Europe (18 August 2006)
Data logging software controls solvent evaporation
Genevac, leader in solvent removal technology, has announced new data logging / remote control software for its HT-Series II and MEGA high performance evaporator systems Brochure Available
News from Genevac (18 August 2006)
Marco are 'a cut above' the rest for regulations
Processing equipment supplied by Marco is at the very heart of modern food processing operations, and products are designed to meet the latest IFPA fresh-cut produce recommendations
News from Marco (18 August 2006)
Ultrasonic flow meter needs no process contact
Flow Technology, a leading manufacturer of precision flow measurement instruments, systems and calibrators, has announced the release of the Model SLF-500 Ultrasonic Liquid Flow Meter
News from Flow Technology (18 August 2006)
Metal injection moulding of Titanium workshop
PowdermatriX Faraday is to sponsor the workshop on 'Metal Injection Moulding of Titanium Powder' at the Euro PM2006 conference in Belgium
News from Ceram (18 August 2006)
S+S Inspection on display at RWM06
At RWM06 S+S Inspection will show a range of sorting and separating equipment that meets the needs of the recycling industry for reliable technology operating under the most difficult conditions
News from S+S Inspection (18 August 2006)
Powered Up for Casting Solutions at Tecnargilla
Participating in the Tecnargilla ceramic processing and technology exhibition with a major stand, Unimak will present some exciting new systems for the world's ceramic sanitaryware makers
News from Unimak Machine Industry Company (18 August 2006)
Clamp-on flowmeter aids boiler plant commissioning
User Application Article When Potterton, one of Britain's oldest and most reputable boiler companies sought a portable flowmeter to aid with site investigations, Katronic Technologies was able to supply the ideal solution Brochure Available
News from Katronic Technologies (18 August 2006)
Self priming chemical pump highly recommended
Save time and money by using a Chem Resist self priming chemical pump for tanker offloading, chemical transfer, chemical filling, recirculation and process duties
News from Chem Resist Group (18 August 2006)
Defense contract for next generation fuel cell
Technical Background Article Kuchera Defense Systems has awarded Jadoo Power Systems, the leading supplier of portable fuel cell power systems, a contract to develop the next evolution in advanced fuel cell system designs
News from Jadoo Power (18 August 2006)
Flowserve sponsors Gopalakrishnan technology award
Technical Background Article A new Pump Technology Award from ASME, sponsored by Flowserve, commemorates the achievements of the renowned Flowserve pump engineer, technologist and teacher Dr Sankaraiyer Gopalakrishnan
News from Flowserve (18 August 2006)
Temperature recorder for harsh environments
A new, stand alone temperature logger that features a stationary base for placement inside autoclaves, ovens, dishwashers, and other harsh environments is introduced by MadgeTech
News from MadgeTech (18 August 2006)
Have you identified risks from static electricity?
Have you identified risks on your plant that might arise from static electricity? If you have, then Newson Gale has the solution to your problem, in a self-testing earthing clamp for drums Brochure Available
News from Newson Gale (18 August 2006)
Krohne showcases Waterflux water meter at WEFTEC
Krohne showcases the Waterflux electromagnetic water meter that sets new standards, with its high sampling rate and long battery life, at WEFTEC 2006
News from Krohne (18 August 2006)
Biwater restructures for growth in the UK
Biwater has restructured its UK operations, to give increased focus and service performance to its existing water client base, and to achieve growth in the wider environmental and utilities sectors
News from Farrer Consulting Limited (18 August 2006)
ExperTune courses on process optimisation
Control Specialists, a UK alliance partner of ExperTune Incorporated, are running a series of courses on the ExperTune PID tuner software during September
News from Control Specialists (18 August 2006)
Gestra steam controls rebranded Flowserve Gestra
Gestra steam management products and systems have been carefully rebranded as Flowserve Gestra, as a result of the recent acquisition of the company by Flowserve
News from Flowserve (18 August 2006)
New multi-sensor weather transmitter
The WXT510 revolutionises weather measurement: it offers a full set of sensors in one instrument, enabling you to easily set up a weather station Brochure Available
News from Vaisala (18 August 2006)
Food and Drinks Awards for Innovation
For the second time in 3 years, Pursuit Dynamics have been selected as finalists for the Technical Development category of the Food Processing Awards 2007
News from Pursuit Dynamics (18 August 2006)
Variable flow servo-drive shot dispense system
Sealant Equipment and Engineering Servo-Flo 305 System is a mid-sized shot meter ideal for robotic and automated dispensing applications such as bonding, gasketing, filling and sealing operations
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (17 August 2006)
Wonderware extends ISA-95 integration capability
Wonderware will extend the integration of their open manufacturing software solutions built on ArchestrA technology to the Microsoft Dynamics AX business management solution
News from Invensys Wonderware (17 August 2006)
Sensors for dispensing liquid gaskets or adhesives
RDP Electronics highlight a range of sensors for automated metering and dispensing applications, ideally suited for automotive engine and transmission assembly as well as for final vehicle assembly Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (17 August 2006)
Norgren and Tyco sign global agreement
In an agreement covering 16 different countries, Tyco will now supply and support the Norgren range of NAMUR valves and other fluid power products globally
News from Norgren (17 August 2006)
LIMS and CDS solutions at HET Instrument 2006
Thermo will demonstrates its complete software solutions offering at HET Instrument 2006, with commercial-off-the-shelf LIMS, enterprise-wide LIMS and CDS solutions Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (17 August 2006)
Schneider is among first to classify its services
Schneider Electric has announced that it is among the first UK companies to adopt the new GAMBICA Service Classes Scheme
News from Schneider Electric (17 August 2006)
Vortex meters with HART and improved electronics
Sierra Instruments announces significant electronics improvement and the addition of HART communications to the Innova-Flo Volumetric Vortex Flowmeter range
News from Sierra Instruments (17 August 2006)
Turbidity and pH systems for food manufacturers
Analytical Technology AutoClean suspended solids/turbidity and pH monitors help food manufacturers comply with the recent Integrated Pollution Prevention Control (IPPC) Regulations Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (17 August 2006)
Cathay Pigments acquires ISK Magnetics
Cathay Pigments (USA) completes the purchase of ISK Magnetics, the world's largest producer and supplier of magnetic iron oxides for audio and data applications
News from Cathay Pigments (USA) (17 August 2006)
Non-contact stress analysis and mechanical testing
The Altair Li system employs a high performance infrared focal plane array camera to provide high quality thermal images of stress in materials and structures under dynamic loading conditions Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (17 August 2006)
LabView Toolkit for Lego Mindstorms NXT
New LabView toolkit encourages development of third-party software and hardware for next-generation robotics systems: and is also targeted at children from ages 10-14! Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (17 August 2006)
Fulton export order heads for Korea
User Application Article Fulton has supplied a fully packaged, skid mounted Electropack electric boiler to Powerpoint International, specialists in the manufacture and distribution of high quality food processing equipment
News from Fulton Boiler Works (17 August 2006)
Universal powder tester at BPC 2006
Freeman Technology will be demonstrating the FT4 Powder Rheometer at the British Pharmaceutical Conference and Exhibition 2006, which takes place from 4-6 September in Manchester
News from Freeman Technology (17 August 2006)
Nickel analysis in waste water
The latest addition to the Alert range from Applikon Analytical is the new nickel analyser for use in monitoring waste waters Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (17 August 2006)
Marsh Multi-Mag insertion flowmeter on water pipes
The Marsh Multi-Mag flowmeter delivers accuracy in tough municipal and industrial water applications, being suitable for potable water, chilled water, raw water and even water containing sand and grit
News from McCrometer (16 August 2006)
Wastewater recycling on show at RWM 06
Seiler is proud to introduce the H20 Ultra Pro, a machine specifically designed to treat wastewater to the point where it can be safely released into the environment, or recycled to be used again
News from Seiler Process Engineering (16 August 2006)
Closed loop water treatment system
The H20 Pro Water Treatment System from Seiler Process Engineering is designed to conserve water that is used to cool or clean aspects of the manufacturing or maintenance process
News from Seiler Process Engineering (16 August 2006)
Extended operating life for new Hy-Pro filters
The new Hy-Pro range of hydraulic and lubrication filters from SKF offers higher efficiency, cleaner results and longer system component life than conventional ISO16889 accredited equivalents Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (16 August 2006)
Configuration tool for CANtrak large-format LCD
Teleflex has launched a Windows configuration tool for the CANtrak range of large-format, automotive-grade LCD human-machine interfaces
News from Teleflex Electronic Systems (16 August 2006)
Automatic aseptic sampling system for breweries
A contamination-free aseptic sampling system, initially developed for the milk processing industry by leading hygienic valve specialists Sudmo, is now gaining recognition in the beverage industries
News from Sudmo UK (16 August 2006)
1000th ARL Optical Emission Spectrometer shipped
Thermo Electron Corporation, world leader in analytical instrumentation, announces the 1000th customer order of its ARL 4460 Optical Emission (OE) spectrometer Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (16 August 2006)
10 years of operational improvements using MPC
User Application Article Using Pavilion model predictive control technology for the last ten years, Braskem has received millions of dollars in savings from improved petrochemical production efficiencies and reduced costs
News from Pavilion Technologies (16 August 2006)
A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge
ISA recently released a second edition of its popular automation resource, "A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge," edited by Vernon L Trevathan
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (16 August 2006)
Expanded Master Catalogue and new logo!
Belden has introduced a significantly expanded Master Catalogue for 2006, as well as a NEW Corporate Identity
News from Maser Communications UK (16 August 2006)
IS version of IMP non-contact ultrasonic level
Pulsar launches an intrinsically safe version of the popular IMP non-contact ultrasonic level measurement device, a compact, self-contained, two-wire unit with versions offering 3m, 6m and 10m range Brochure Available
News from Pulsar Process Measurement (16 August 2006)
Decanter centrifuges using Duplex steel
Centriquip, the UK's largest manufacturer of decanter centrifuges, always uses duplex steel (a combination of the common austenitic and harder wearing ferritic steels) for high wear components
News from Centriquip (16 August 2006)
Latest appointment at Thorite
Thorite, the leading compressed air and fluid process systems supplier in the North of England, announces the appointment of Jonathan Sowden as a compressed air customer service engineer
News from Thorite (16 August 2006)
New software for wireless connectivity solutions
The Viola Systems Series-5 software release offers backup routing, enhanced redundancy and VPN functionality
News from Viola Systems (16 August 2006)
Full steam ahead for new processing products
Compressed air and fluid systems specialists, Thorite, have extended their comprehensive stocks of process system products to include a wide range of controls and components for use in steam systems
News from Thorite (16 August 2006)
Backing bikers to raise money for Heart Research
David Nicholl of Schneider Electric with friend and TV presenter Jamie Darling, are to cycle an ambitious charity fund raising seven-day mountain bike challenge in Wales to aid Heart Research UK
News from Schneider Electric (16 August 2006)
PerceptiveAPC V2.0 released
Perceptive Engineering are pleased to announce the release of PerceptiveAPC V2.0, the culmination of 12 months of product development and testing
News from Perceptive Engineering (16 August 2006)
Ellacoya Networks gains ISO 9001:2000 certificate
TUV America has granted ISO 9001:2000 Certification to Ellacoya Networks, a leading provider of carrier-grade deep packet inspection (DPI) solutions for broadband IP networks
News from TUV SUD America (16 August 2006)
WBF 2007 North American "Meeting of the Minds"
WBF has announced that its 2007 North American Conference will be held from 1-3 May, showcasing manufacturing system control, from batch to continuous, discrete, and hybrid processes
News from WBF: World Batch Forum (16 August 2006)
EU conference on latest OPC unified architecture
OPC and the Institute for Information Technology announce a three day International Developers Conference dedicated to the latest OPC Unified Architecture specification
News from OPC Foundation (15 August 2006)
Flowmetering from Krohne, Micronics and Pulsar
WWEM 06 at Telford on 1-2 November will present many new pipe and open channel flow measurement product offerings: some examples here of those from Krohne, Pulsar and Micronics
News from WWEM (15 August 2006)
Municipal solid waste treatment display at RWM
Purac will display a model of the Rotoclave technology on stand 300 at RWM 2006, showing the techniques used for the pre-treatment of municipal solid waste
News from Enpure (15 August 2006)
Online compressed air calculators
Technical Background Article Boge Compressors has recently added an interactive engineer's tool to their UK website, to enable eleven different compressed air calculations on compressed air systems Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (15 August 2006)
Electromagnetic flowmeter with ceramic liner
The Krohne Optiflux 5000 'all-in-one' electromagnetic flowmeter range has been extended with the launch of a new model with flanged connections and a high-tech ceramic liner
News from Krohne (15 August 2006)
High accuracy blackbody source
Armstrong Optical have launched a range of blackbody sources, reference sources used for testing infrared systems between +5C and 300C
News from Armstrong Optical (15 August 2006)
Free IECEx - ATEX wall chart
Hawke International, the cable glands, connector and termination box specialist, has produced a comprehensive hazardous area wall chart to explain the similarities between ATEX and IECEx certification
News from Hawke International UK (15 August 2006)
Digital pressure indicator with switch output
The C21 pressure indicator has a built-in display, analogue or digital gauge and pressure switch, ideal for hydraulics monitoring applications Brochure Available
News from Sensor-Technik UK (15 August 2006)
New North American Sales and Marketing Manager
Ultrasonic Scientific, innovator in High-Resolution Ultrasonic Spectroscopy (HR-US) for material analysis, announces the appointment of Eric Printz
News from Ultrasonic Scientific (14 August 2006)
Linear Motors - Components or Systems?
Technical Background Article Within industrial automation there is a distinct trend towards companies purchasing complete systems, possibly because of cut backs in engineering staff over recent years
News from IMS Research (14 August 2006)
Dual-channel benchtop filter/amplifier from Kemo
The new Kemo dual-channel benchtop filter/amplifier, BenchMaster 8, is a full redesign of the 1975 unit, now in its fifth generation, with thousands of the earlier units in use worldwide
News from Kemo (14 August 2006)
Software tool for electroplaters nears completion
A new tool from Envirowise designed to help electroplaters improve their resource efficiency and save money is in the pilot phase of its development Brochure Available
News from Envirowise (14 August 2006)
19 parameters for selecting a pressure sensor
SensorsONE provides an online Pressure Sensor Application Tool called PSAT to help customers select the specification parameters for pressure transducers and transmitters
News from SensorsOne (14 August 2006)
Online concentration measurement by density
Online concentration measurement of even the smallest volumes of a few millilitres is now a matter of course, giving process control at an attractive price
News from Anton Paar (14 August 2006)
Digital extenders for remote PC display / keyboard
New digital KVM extenders enable DVI-D flat-screen display, keyboard and mouse to be located up to 2km away from the CPU with no degradation of image quality
News from Scene Double (14 August 2006)
Monitoring tide levels provides flood warning
User Application Article Telemodem2 industrial modems provide the Tide Gauge Inspectorate with close to real-time data of the height of the sea (Mean Sea Level) at 44 locations around the UK Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (14 August 2006)
Introduction of HG1F touchscreen
An exciting development from IDEC is the introduction of a new small monochrome touchscreen with many improved functions
News from Idec Electronics (14 August 2006)
Major display at AnalyticaChina in September
Thermo demonstrates its leadership in COTS pharmaceutical and standardised petrochemical software solutions at AnalyticaChina 2006 in Shanghai this September Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (14 August 2006)
Single-Mag flow meter for water and wastewater
McCrometer is pleased to announce the immediate availability of the Marsh Single-Mag flow meter, which is a superior cost-effective solution for accurately measuring liquid flows in closed conduits
News from McCrometer (14 August 2006)
Developing relationships with ConAgra
Key Technology recognizes the value of building strategic relationships with customers, and has appointed Ormand Hilderbrand as the new Major Account Manager for ConAgra
News from Key Technology (14 August 2006)
Microbiological quality control from Sartorius
Sartorius introduce two new filtration devices combining state of the art technology with the ultimate in user-friendliness, giving easy detection of microbes during air sampling and sterility testing Brochure Available
News from Sartorius Group (14 August 2006)
TEOM dust analyser 'old for new' upgrade deal
Enviro Technology offers local authorities using non-conforming TEOM dust analysers an 'old for new' part exchange deal in response to DEFRA particulate monitoring report
News from Enviro Technology Services (14 August 2006)
Castrol introduces benchmark slideway lubricant
Castrol has introduced an improved version of its high-performance Magnaglide D slideway lubricant, long the benchmark for high-speed, high-volume precision grinding applications
News from Castrol UK (14 August 2006)
Broaden your chemistry process screening horizons
ReactArray Microvate rack enables investigation of a wider range of solvents, reagents and catalysts, by providing a larger number of small volume reactors
News from Reactarray (Anachem) (14 August 2006)
New explosion-proof transmitter from Draeger
Ensuring the reliable detection of combustible gases and vapours, the new Draeger PIR 3000 is a smart, explosion proof, infra-red gas transmitter
News from Draeger (14 August 2006)
Linear digital video linescan cameras available
SUI SWIR Linear Digital Video Linescan Cameras are easy to integrate, making them ideal for high-resolution machine vision and spectroscopic applications
News from Sensors Unlimited (14 August 2006)
New Single Quadrupole GC/MS System
Thermo Electron Corporation, the world leader in analytical instrumentation, introduces the latest product innovation for laboratory GC/MS - the DSQ II, to accelerate productivity in the workplace Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Chromatography) (14 August 2006)
Zetasizer Nano sales growth continues worldwide
Sales of the Malvern Zetasizer Nano, the market leading system for submicron particle size measurement, protein characterisation and zeta potential determination, continue to outstrip forecasts
News from Malvern Instruments (14 August 2006)
EV range of single-stage rotary vane pumps
The EV range of single-stage rotary vane pumps offers reliable, high-speed low-pressure performance suitable for a wide range of vacuum applications
News from Edwards (14 August 2006)
Linear slides simplify test machine design
Pneumatically operated linear slides from Bosch Rexroth are simplifying the design and construction of a new pressure testing machine produced by hydraulic testing expert, Curtis Assemble and Test
News from Bosch Rexroth (14 August 2006)
Fibox still on patrol along M6 toll road
The Fibox high impact resistant, polycarbonate enclosures supplied to house control gear for a total of 221 lighting units on the M6 relief Toll road have proved robust and maintenance free
News from Fibox (14 August 2006)
New Malvern resource for capillary rheometer users
Malvern Instruments has extended the rheology resources available on the company website with a new FAQ section to help both new and existing customers optimise their use of capillary rheometers
News from Malvern Instruments (14 August 2006)
Hearing Conservation Programme resources online
A new expanded website provides a wide range of resources to help safety officers and industrial hygienists implement better hearing conservation programmes worldwide
News from Sperian Hearing Protection (14 August 2006)
Wireless Standards Committee will benefit users
Over twenty companies from around the world have responded to the call for proposals from the ISA Wireless Systems for Automation standards committee
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (14 August 2006)
New rail contracts for Transmitton
User Application Article Transmitton has been commissioned by Network Rail to upgrade the Traction Power SCADA control equipment at Paddock Wood and to migrate the Slough electrical control room function to Romford ECR
News from Transmitton (14 August 2006)
Miniature actuator for clean environments
The THK KR15 actuator provides an outstanding level of accuracy and excellent rigidity, comprising of a miniature linear motion guide and ballscrew in a complete, compact unit
News from THK UK (14 August 2006)
UK has launched the Draft Regulations of WEEE
DTI The Department of Trade and Industry in the UK finally launched the Draft Regulations and Guidance regarding WEEE at a Stakeholder meeting on 25 July Brochure Available
News from SGS (14 August 2006)
Fish cakes assessed by texture measurement
User Application Article Food Technology Corporation has helped a manufacturer of fish cakes improve their production process, by introducing a TMS-Pro texture measurement system Brochure Available
News from Food Technology (14 August 2006)
Dual syringe pump with independent syringe control
The Harvard Apparatus Pump 33 Dual Syringe Pump is two pumps in one! This pump provides two independent pumping channels, linked through hardware and software
News from Harvard Apparatus (14 August 2006)
FMS change name to Idhammar Systems
FMS Systems have changed their name to Idhammar Systems
News from Idhammar Systems (14 August 2006)
Toughest IP67 (water-tight) Ethernet Ring Switch
Sixnet announces the new five-port IP67 Ethernet Switches (ET-5RS-IP67), featuring the Real-time Ring capability for super-fast recovery Brochure Available
News from Sixnet (14 August 2006)
Industrial Ethernet switch with fibre-optic ports
A new Ethernet switch from Harting, for use in industrial environments, supports both standard Ethernet (10 Mbit/s) and fast Ethernet (100 Mbit/s) with a combination of copper and fibre-optic ports
News from Harting (14 August 2006)
The new Sinamics S120 AC - not just a servo drive
This versatile drive now available from Micromech expands the existing Sinamics S120 system into an integrated modular drives system for single-axis and multi-axis applications
News from Micromech (14 August 2006)
TUV strengthens expertise in chems and pharms
TUV Sud will further extend its range of industry-specific services and strengthen its market leadership as a provider of test services catering to the chemical, pharmaceutical and process industries
News from TUV SUD America (14 August 2006)
Stainless steel housing for on-line ion analyser
New from Applikon Analytical is the stainless steel housed version of the ADI 2018 Process Ion Analyser Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (14 August 2006)
Total iron and phosphate in one on-line analyser
New from Applikon Analytical is the ADI 2040 process analyser for total iron and total phosphate all at once, for monitoring flocculation plant and processes Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (14 August 2006)
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