News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 19 November
to Saturday 25 November 2006
World's first CAMS alarm management solution
Yokogawa announces the launch of Consolidated Alarm Management Software for Human Interface Station (CAMS for HIS), the world's first alarm management solution to utilise the CAMS concept
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (24 November 2006)
energyTEAM initiative makes savings for clients
Leading energy purchasing broker energyTEAM has revealed that its market-leading advice to purchase energy on two-year contracts has so far saved its clients many GBPtens of millions
News from energyTEAM (24 November 2006)
Temperature probes with EHEDG certification
Resistance thermometer probes from Jumo are widely used in the food and pharmaceutical industries, always meeting the developing specifications for 'cleanability' of the process connections
News from Jumo Instrument Company (24 November 2006)
Contracts for the Gjoa semi-submersible platform
Statoil and Aker Kvaerner have signed a contract worth approximately NOK 8 billion for the semi-submersible platform to be located at the Gjoa offshore field in Norway
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas (24 November 2006)
US Photonics West highlights new French technology
For the fourth year in a row, French companies have joined forces to attend the Photonics West 2007 tradeshow to be held in the San Jose Convention Center in California from January 23-25
News from UbiFrance (24 November 2006)
Thick film pressure transducer for automation
The TK industrial pressure transmitter is a budget pressure sensor developed for pneumatic automation and hydraulic applications, with reliability, robustness and affordability as the main features
News from SensorsOne (24 November 2006)
Orbisphere luminescent DO oxygen sensor launched
Hach Ultra announces the release of the new Orbisphere G1100 luminescent sensor for process ppb trace level dissolved oxygen measurement, with minimum maintenance requirements
News from Hach Ultra Analytics (24 November 2006)
LPCB Fire sprinkler flowmeter contracts in SE Asia
The Platon LPCB Shunt Orifice flowmeter offers a high accuracy, low cost, visual flowmetering system for checking the efficiency of pumped emergency water supplies to automatic sprinkler installations
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (24 November 2006)
PC-based control valve diagnostics system
Control valve aftermarket service specialist Severn Unival has signed an agreement to market and distribute the innovative Softek Profiler PC-based valve diagnostic hardware and software system
News from Severn Unival (24 November 2006)
Upgraded safety valves available ex-stock
The Spirax Sarco SV615 range of high performance safety valves for over-pressure protection in steam, gas and liquid applications has been upgraded for higher setting accuracy and greater reliability
News from Spirax Sarco (24 November 2006)
First Fieldbus Foundation EMEA Conference
The Fieldbus Foundation held its inaugural EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) conference in Mannheim, Germany during the last week in September
News from Fieldbus Foundation (24 November 2006)
Helicopter attitude and heading reference units
User Application Article Inertial Aerosystems announce that one of their attitude and heading reference units (AHRS) has been incorporated in an unmanned helicopter (UAV) Brochure Available
News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (24 November 2006)
A new WinLIMS rental scheme
A new WinLIMS Rental scheme brings full-functionality LIMS within the reach of every laboratory for a few hundred pounds a month - typically GBP265 per month for a 3-user system
News from Quality Systems International (UK) (24 November 2006)
Protecting water systems from excessive pressure
The Honeywell D06 pressure reduction valve is ideal for protecting water installations from excessive supply pressures up to 25 bar, delivering an adjustable pressure, pre-set from 1.5 to 6 bar
News from Honeywell Water Controls (24 November 2006)
Emerging trends in UV disinfection
Technical Background Article The UV disinfection industry has experienced tremendous growth over the last 20 years: UV is no longer 'emerging' technology, but accepted technology to be used routinely to safeguard human health
News from Aquionics Inc (24 November 2006)
New standards for lightning protection
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published the latest guidance for lightning protection, with BS EN 62305:2006 Protection against lightning, Parts 1-4
News from BSI British Standards (24 November 2006)
WonderWorld / Pantek 2006 user conference
Four innovative UK organisations received acknowledgement of their skill in enhancing operational excellence for their customers, with Project Excellence Awards at the 2006 Pantek user conference
News from SolutionsPT (24 November 2006)
Lean manufacturing in Food Processing
User Application Article More flexibility for short runs, and quick clean-up for rapid change-overs, Lyco Manufacturing jump-starts commercial cooking-cooling into high efficiency
News from Lyco Manufacturing (23 November 2006)
Increased efficiency in chemical plant turnarounds
User Application Article Production unit turnarounds at BP Acetyls and Aromatics are being improved with pioneering data capture technology developed by Terrington Data Management
News from Terrington Data Management (23 November 2006)
Protective covers for undersea pipelines
User Application Article Crystic703PA polyester resin has been used for the production of large moulded covers required for the protection of undersea pipework as part of the Statoil 6104 Acergy project
News from Scott Bader Company (23 November 2006)
Fresh food weigher improves productivity
User Application Article An Ishida Fresh Food weigher at leading French ready meals manufacturer Le Magicien Vert is delivering improved speed and productivity and better working conditions for operators Brochure Available
News from Ishida Europe (23 November 2006)
Digital filter design toolkit introduced
With the LabVIEW Digital Filter design toolkit, engineers can now choose a graphical or text-based approach for digital filter design, analysis and implementation Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (23 November 2006)
New sealless non-metallic centrifugal pumps
Stan-Cor "MK" series sealless non-metallic centrifugal pumps offer best-in-class design and performance, with hydraulically-balanced operation to reduce bearing failures by eliminating thrust loads
News from Wanner Engineering (23 November 2006)
Vibration transducer for industrial applications
The Model 1074 range of rugged industrial vibration transducers from Environmental Equipments has been designed specifically for use in harsh, heavy plant applications
News from Environmental Equipments (23 November 2006)
New MFC 300 Converter for Coriolis mass flowmeters
Krohne introduces its new MFC 300 Converter for the Optimass Coriolis flowmeter, a unique instrument that needs only one converter for all measuring applications across a wide range of industries
News from Krohne USA (23 November 2006)
Drilling rig equipment contract in Singapore
Aker Kvaerner has been awarded a contract with PPL Shipyard Pte in Singapore for delivery of drilling equipment for a Baker Marine Pacific Class 375 jack-up drilling rig
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas (23 November 2006)
New NovAseptic mixers brochure now available
Request your free copy of the new NovAseptic Mixers brochure, from Millipore, which details the NovAseptic line of mixers, and is available in English, French and German Brochure Available
News from Millipore (23 November 2006)
New CTO demonstrates commitment to innovation
Aspectrics, the innovator of Encoded Photometric Infrared Spectroscopy analysers, demonstrates their commitment to innovation with the appointment of a new Chief Technology Officer
News from Aspectrics (23 November 2006)
New MD appointment strengthens Coolmation Group
The Coolmation Group management team has been strengthened by the appointment of Steve Warnock to the position of Group Managing Director
News from Coolmation (23 November 2006)
Filter brochure shows how to cut waste costs
A new brochure from the Hydraulic Filter Division of Parker Hannifin promotes the innovative E-Series range of high performance filters for hydraulic oils and lubrication systems Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filtration Division (23 November 2006)
The Filtration Society appoints new chairman
After two very successful years, the mantel of the chairmanship of The Filtration Society has been passed from Graham Rideal of Whitehouse Scientific to Lloyd Holiday of Larox Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific (23 November 2006)
PBG Series pressure gauge for panel builders
The new Swagelok PBG series pressure gauge is the latest addition to the Swagelok line of industrial pressure gauges, and is ideal for OEMs and panel builders
News from Swagelok (23 November 2006)
Sensor measures thickness of wet paint and tyres
User Application Article An innovative sensor has been developed, so that automotive OEMs can inspect the thickness of sprayed paint coatings during the spraying process, or tyre rubber depth during moulding Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (23 November 2006)
INA FAG bearings help look to the Stars!
User Application Article The largest optical telescope in the Southern Hemisphere will soon be available for stargazing with the assistance of INA rotary table bearings, telescopic struts and joints Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (23 November 2006)
Outstanding reliability with CombiChem pumps
Outstanding reliability, easy and low-cost maintenance plus a wide choice of materials of construction are among the key features of the CombiChem range of horizontal centrifugal pumps
News from JP Pumps (23 November 2006)
Guide details radical new type of fluid connector
A 24-page guide from Parker Instrumentation explains an innovative new design of ferrule-less fluid connector, which provides permanent connections for instrumentation systems operating to 20,000psi Brochure Available
News from Parker Instrumentation (23 November 2006)
New technical sales support engineer
Packaging Automation has announced the appointment of a new technical sales engineer as part of the company's current strategy to increase the strength and depth to the sales team
News from Packaging Automation (23 November 2006)
Enclosure heaters for cruel environments
For enclosure systems which operate in extremely cold environments, down to -33C, Rittal offer compact 800W and 1kW heaters, available off-the-shelf Brochure Available
News from Rittal (23 November 2006)
Blowers clean biologically at leather waste plant
User Application Article Blowers clean biologically at the Elmo Leather wastewater treatment plant, the first of its kind to meet strict purification requirements in a chemical-intensive industry
News from Emotron (23 November 2006)
Polymetron 9245 on-line sodium analyser
Hach Ultra announces the release of the new Polymetron 9245 sodium analyser, for maximum accuracy and efficiency in on-line sodium measurement for power plants
News from Hach Ultra Analytics (23 November 2006)
Alcon introduce new explosion proof solenoid valve
Alcon have engineered rapid response times and flexible operation into their new EExd high-flow high-speed solenoid valve, designed for use in hazardous area / extreme environment applications Brochure Available
News from Midland ACS (23 November 2006)
New version of Centum integrated control system
Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces the development of Centum CS 3000 R3 Release 3.08, a new version of the company's flagship integrated production control system
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (22 November 2006)
Gravity feed metal detector for tobacco processing
Thermo Electron has supplied the latest of a series of Goring Kerr DSP3 gravity feed metal detectors to Garbuio Dickinson, to detect metal contamination in loose tobacco, and protect machinery
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (22 November 2006)
Filters cut costs and reduce environmental damage
The latest E-Series range of high performance filters from Parker have been developed to help OEMs and end users make significant cuts in the cost of waste disposal Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Filtration Division (22 November 2006)
Conveyorised Marr-Line tunnel washer from Guyson
The Guyson two-stage conveyorised Marr-Line tunnel provides the perfect compact cellular washer for degreasing ranges of short metallic open ended tubes of mineral pressing oil and shop dirt Brochure Available
News from Guyson International (22 November 2006)
Data capture streamlines ATEX 137 inspections
User Application Article Speciality chemicals group Warwick International is dramatically improving the efficiency of hazardous area inspections with pioneering data capture technology developed by Terrington Data Management.
News from Terrington Data Management (22 November 2006)
Nano rheometer for biofluid dynamics research
Malvern Instruments will exhibit the recently introduced Bohlin Gemini HR nano rheometer at the 2006 British Society of Rheology annual meeting, 11-12 December 2006 in Manchester Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (22 November 2006)
Process Alarm Management Software wins award
ICS has been awarded the 2006 Innovation Award by NOF Energy, one of the UK's leading business development organisations for companies involved in the oil and gas and related energy sectors
News from ICS (Industrial Control Software) (22 November 2006)
VSD units improve sewage plant efficiency
User Application Article Emotron variable speed drives and softstarters control pumps, blowers and mixers, and Emotron shaft power monitors protect other equipment on a new sewage works at Svenljunga
News from Emotron (22 November 2006)
Thermal printer with bar code capability
Extech Data Systems announces new developments for their 3inch printer portfolio, including a bar code capability for machine readable receipts from a portable receipt printer
News from Extech Instruments (22 November 2006)
New intelligent DC servo drives at MTEC 2007
At MTEC2007 Festo will introduce their intelligent DC servo motors with their new fieldbus interfaces for Profibus and CANopen, featuring enhancements giving user flexibility and choice Brochure Available
News from Festo (22 November 2006)
The process engineering market in China
As a precursor to the AchemAsia 2007 exhibition, the latest issue of Achema Worldwide News focuses on the Chinese market for process engineering
News from AchemAsia (22 November 2006)
Advanced high strength steel is lighter to lift
A lighter and more space-saving lift (elevator) that reduces the wear on the motor and moving parts has been developed by the Spanish company IMEM
News from SSAB Tunnplat (22 November 2006)
Monitran recruits to prepare for rapid growth
Monitran, the worldwide leader in vibration monitoring, has announced a number of key appointments in order to keep pace with its continued rapid growth
News from Monitran (22 November 2006)
New food manufacturing software deal with Witwood
User Application Article Sanderson software solutions has won a contract to supply its Formul8 solution to multinational food ingredients manufacturer Witwood Food Products at their new factory near Bangkok
News from Sanderson (22 November 2006)
Leaflet describing 'Trailing Shields'
Huntingdon Fusion Techniques has introduced new descriptive literature on trailing shields for high duty gas coverage when welding stainless steels and titanium alloys
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (22 November 2006)
National Safety Conference in January 2007
A new National Safety Conference is being organised by Pilz Automation Technology to take place at the National Motorcycle Museum on 23 January 2007
News from Pilz Automation Technology (22 November 2006)
Primestone Automatic Meter Reading software
Jekyll has been appointed as official distributor for the Primestone range of Automatic Meter Reading Software to cost-effectively and efficiently collect data from utility meters Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (22 November 2006)
Orifice fitting includes innovative new features
Responding to the findings of extensive customer and field research, Emerson has launched the new Daniel Senior Model 2000 Orifice Fitting to deliver improved safety, maintenance and up-time
News from Emerson Process Management (22 November 2006)
German introduction to lighting and vision
In response to visitor demand at the recent Vision 2006 show in Stuttgart, Moritex has had printed a further run of its highly popular 'Introduction to Lighting and Vision' booklet in German
News from Moritex Europe (22 November 2006)
BlackLine pH/Redox electrodes - now even better
The Jumo BlackLine series of electrodes for the measurement of pH values and Redox potential (ORP) have a proven record of reliability, using a cartridge-style reference system for improved stability
News from Jumo Instrument Company (22 November 2006)
On line peracetic acid analysis
Aseptic bottling lines are becoming the norm in soft drink packaging and the sterilising agent of choice is peracetic acid, monitored on-line using an ADI 2016 Titro Analyser Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (22 November 2006)
Tough pumps transfer liquefied propane
Dosing and metering applications in the chemical, general process and oil production industries often involve hazardous fluids such as methanol and glycol, which place tough demands on pumps Brochure Available
News from Milton Roy Europe (22 November 2006)
Teco drives on fans chilling halal chicken
User Application Article Teco Electric Europe has supplied drives for fan speed control on a 'UK first' project which solved the problem of chilling halal chicken for Yorkshire Poultry Products
News from Teco Electric Europe (21 November 2006)
Description of Root-Cause Failure Analysis
Technical Background Article An interview with Andy Mellor, senior engineer with Stockport based AV Technology, on root-cause failure analysis, a structured method for investigating equipment failure Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (21 November 2006)
Driver-operated weighbridge system saves time
User Application Article A twin driver-operated weighbridge system installed by Weightron Bilanciai is bringing a wide range of operational and fiscal advantages to Walsall Council at their waste transfer station
News from Weightron Bilanciai (21 November 2006)
Third generation of digital valve actuator control
Rotork has launched Pakscan P3, the third generation of its two-wire digital monitoring and control system for valve actuators and associated plant equipment
News from Rotork Controls (21 November 2006)
WebAsyst announces a new CSS Interface
WebAsyst has announced a major upgrade affecting all applications of WebAsyst Suite, which will now have redesigned user interface that is 100% CSS-based, plus a new "Look and Feel" option to choose
News from WebAsyst (21 November 2006)
WEEE and RoHS compliant syringe pump components
Harvard Apparatus has introduced a line of pumping modules that allow OEM manufacturers or research do-it-yourselfers to incorporate the highest quality syringe pump components
News from Harvard Apparatus (21 November 2006)
New project manager for Process Systems
Marco Hartmann has been appointed Project Manager Process Systems at Malvern Instruments, to succeed Oliver Schmitt, who is now leader of the growing Malvern process business worldwide Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (21 November 2006)
New optoelectronic sensing of chemicals
An Optocem.Net workshop "The need for new sensors" will present the latest developments and roadmaps for the development and commercial exploitation of optical gas and aqueous chemical sensors
News from OptoCem.Net (21 November 2006)
New Sentry Overspeed Protection System
Sensonics has announced plans to update its long established Sentry Overspeed Protection System designed to deal with turbine overspeed problems and trip failures in the power generation industry Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (21 November 2006)
New CCL guide aims to help rebate claims
energyTEAM claims that many businesses may be losing out on climate change rebates due to confusion, and has published a guide to help companies claim what is due
News from energyTEAM (21 November 2006)
Cyanide analysis in waste-water
The latest addition to the Alert Colorimeter range from Applikon Analytical is the new colorimetric cyanide analyser Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (21 November 2006)
Exceptional sour gas ratings for ED elastomers
The James Walker FR25/90 fluoroelastomer has been rated with an exceptional service life of 142,000 years in a sour (H2S) gas and liquid hydrocarbon mixture, during qualification for Norsok M-710 Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (21 November 2006)
Adtech signs up in Poland with Extech
Extech Data Systems, a leading developer of portable printers for enterprise-wide applications has signed a new master distributor agreement with Adtech, based in Wroclaw, Poland
News from Extech Instruments (21 November 2006)
Avantis asset management system at Power Authority
At the Platte River Power Authority, the Avantis.PRO EAM enterprise asset management system is used for generation, distribution and maintenance operations, inventory control and procurement
News from Invensys Avantis (21 November 2006)
Shrouded probe for particulate emissions sampling
The new Lab Impex Shrouded Probe promises a bright future for stack emissions monitoring - producing more accurate results than current standard isokinetic sampling nozzles
News from Laboratory Impex Systems (21 November 2006)
Melt pressure transmitter with 4/20mA and CANopen
The highly successful Jumo 4 ADM-35 series of melt pressure transducers can now also be supplied with pre-amplified or fieldbus output signals, and in a mercury-free version
News from Jumo Instrument Company (21 November 2006)
PXI products for hybrid test systems
Keithley is the only instrumentation manufacturer enabling electronic production test users to build optimal hybrid systems with both precision instruments and high-speed data acquisition products Brochure Available
News from Keithley Instruments (20 November 2006)
WEEE: Reports on activity in Japan and Europe
The International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) has commended the Resource Efficiency KTN for their report written about a recent DTI Global Watch Technology Mission to Japan
News from Resource Efficiency Knowledge Transfer Network (20 November 2006)
DIAdem to improve wind-tunnel test data processing
User Application Article NI DIAdem data management, analysis and report generation software used to process the Airbus wind-tunnel data in Europe, including the effects of specific thermal and aerodynamic parameters Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (20 November 2006)
FETA signs exclusive agreement with H+V exhibition
The Federation of Environmental Trade Associations (FETA) has exclusively backed the H+V Exhibition as the heating and ventilating industry UK national event
News from Heating and Ventilating Exhibition (20 November 2006)
Installing transmitters for optimal performance
Technical Background Article Recommended guidelines for ensuring the maximum pressure transmitter accuracy of measurement, instrument life, and ease of maintenance
News from SensorsOne (20 November 2006)
Citect launches new Benchmarking service
Technical Background Article Meta Citect has launched a new benchmarking service to support corporate performance benchmarking through visually sharing Key Performance Indicators between corporate and plant managers Brochure Available
News from Citect (20 November 2006)
Moulding precision ensured using CoMo system
User Application Article Irish injection moulder, Inmo-Tech is one of the first companies to install the recently launched Kistler CoMo Injection cavity pressure monitoring system to ensure component dimensional precision
News from Kistler Instruments (20 November 2006)
Membrane for corrosive chemical processes
Koch Knight offers Pyroflex sheet membrane system for retaining corrosive chemicals in applications up to 500F, sealing to brick and concrete surfaces
News from Koch Knight (20 November 2006)
Significant progress for FIZ Karlsruhe strategy
Sabine Brunger-Weilandt, President/CEO, has step by step turned FIZ Karlsruhe from a traditional database provider into a sustainable service partner for information transfer and knowledge management Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (20 November 2006)
New stainless steel torque limiting clutches
A new range of stainless steel torque limiting clutches are available from Mayr Transmissions for use in the harsh wash-down environments of the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries
News from Mayr Transmissions (20 November 2006)
GEM for saving energy with Ruby steam traps
Energy savings of up to 55% are achievable by steam users with the Gardner Energy Management Ruby steam trap range, plus the no moving parts design saves on maintenance
News from Gardner Energy Management (20 November 2006)
HazardEx International Exhibition and conference
HazardEx is still the only event to offer indispensable advice and standard updates from the top authorities in the hazardous area industry, when complying with the ATEX, DSEAR + IECEx requirements
News from HazardEx UK & International (20 November 2006)
Ventilation with cooling: a win, win combination
Technical Background Article All designs of new buildings put forward for building control approval must now comply with regulations on both 'Means of ventilation' and 'Conservation of fuel and power'
News from Seeley International (Europe) (20 November 2006)
Reliable, low-range turbidity measurement
A new Turbidity Monitor designed to meet the needs of both municipal drinking water systems and industrial water treatment for reliable, low-range turbidity measurement Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (20 November 2006)
Geartooth sensor for automotive applications
World leading position and movement sensor solutions company Hamlin Electronics Europe has launched a new Hall-effect geartooth sensor designed specifically for automotive applications
News from Hamlin Electronics Europe (20 November 2006)
World RTPMS supply from Northern Ireland
User Application Article Tyre pressure sensor manufacturer Schrader Electronics, with the help of Bosch Rexroth, has upgraded and almost doubled volume production facilities, whilst maintaining supplies to its customers
News from Bosch Rexroth (20 November 2006)
Europe to embrace Integrated Automation components
An upswing seems likely in the European automation market for components where PLC functionality is embedded, says a recent market research report
News from IMS Research (20 November 2006)
ED partners with Top European Enterprise Introl
Ethernet Direct, a professional and primary provider of Industrial Networking and communication solutions, is proud to announce a co-operation with the Introl Group in Poland
News from Ethernet Direct (20 November 2006)
Spill control and Oil Storage products now on-line
A newly launched website service allows purchasing of spill control and oil storage products on-line for immediate delivery at unbeatable prices
News from Spill Direct (20 November 2006)
Back pressure valves improve chemical feed systems
Diaphragm back pressure valves are designed to enhance the performance of chemical feed systems by applying a continuous back pressure to the chemical feed pump
News from ESE (20 November 2006)
e-learning programme on RFID available on-line
Abhisam Software is pleased to announce that a new on-line version of their e-learning programme on RFID is now available, in addition to the CD based version
News from Abhisam Software (20 November 2006)
Software package aids compliance with ATEX 137
The Terrington Systems Ind-EX software package is designed to help demonstrate that working environments are operated and maintained with due regard for safety, to aid compliance with ATEX137 rules
News from Terrington Data Management (20 November 2006)
Checkweighers for Green Mountain 'K-Cups' coffee
User Application Article The Thermo Scientific Ramsey AC9000Rx checkweigher is key to the success of the project for Green Mountain to boost the high speed high acuracy production of coffee-filled 'K-Cups'
News from Thermo-Fisher Scientific (Ramsey) (20 November 2006)
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