News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 December
to Saturday 16 December 2006
Turbine flowmeter range greatly increased
BTS Fluid Measurement have increased their turbine flowmeter size range from the original 0.25'' to 3'' now up to 12'' bore size
News from BTS Fluid Measurement (15 December 2006)
Servomotors/gearheads combined and matched
Danaher Motion combined servomotors/gearheads guarantee short installation and testing times together with high torque and optimum performance since the two modules are so perfectly matched
News from Danaher Motion (15 December 2006)
Novel strategies for chemometrics in imaging
The Malvern Instruments activities at IFPAC2007, the 21st International Forum for Process Analytical Technology, include the presentation of two key papers and participation in the trade exhibition
News from Malvern Instruments (15 December 2006)
Methane, ethane and propane analysis in gases
User Application Article Aspectrics, the innovator of Encoded Photometric Infrared Spectroscopy (EP-IR) analysers, announces a new application for the analysis of methane, ethane and propane in the gas phase Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (15 December 2006)
Flexeramic structured media for RTO applications
Koch Knight, a leading innovator in corrosion proof materials and environmental heat transfer equipment, introduces Flexeramic structured media for RTO applications
News from Koch Knight (15 December 2006)
Compounding of bimodal polyethylene for film/pipe
In the launch orders for the newly developed large-scale ZSK-NT compounding technology for processing polyolefins, there are two lines with throughput of over 50 tonnes/hour
News from Coperion Werner & Pfleiderer (15 December 2006)
New SmartMeter water metering website
Severn Trent Metering Services has launched an improved website, updated to provide visitors more extensive information about SmartMeter water meters, boundary boxes and metering services
News from Severn Trent Services (15 December 2006)
RoHS compliant package on sensor range
American Sensor Technologies (AST) now has the capability to offer RoHS compliant pressure sensors, transducers and transmitters when specified by our customers
News from American Sensor Technologies (15 December 2006)
Good news in bulk liquids transport
Arlington Packaging and Schoeller Arca Systems, leaders in the liquid handling and plastic packaging markets, will be displaying a world class range of products at the EFI show end January 07
News from Schoeller Arca Systems (15 December 2006)
IChemE backs Aberdeen chemical engineering course
The President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and Shell Global Solutions, Greg Lewin, has welcomed the University of Aberdeen's new chemical engineering degree programme
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (15 December 2006)
Xtreme cables for extreme environments
As one of the key distributors for Alpha Wires, Maser (UK) are pleased to introduce the re-launch of the Alpha Xtra-Guard cables
News from Maser Communications UK (15 December 2006)
MaxStream XBee family is ZigBee certified
Digi International announces that its MaxStream branded XBee product family has been ZigBee certified by the ZigBee Alliance, after passing rigorous independent testing
News from Digi International (15 December 2006)
Reduce damaged returns with new smart label kits
Lamerholm Electronics has announced a special package deal for companies wanting to trial its range of damage deterrent labels Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (15 December 2006)
Marking sleeves simplifies labelling pipes
The new, Pipe Grabber pipe marking sleeves make applying durable pipe markers to dirty, rusty or unlagged insulated piping fast and easy, and help ISO9000 certification
News from Graphic Products (15 December 2006)
Register on-line now for RAC07
Online registration has opened for RAC07, (NEC, Birmingham, 27 February - 1 March 2007), the UK's only dedicated event for the refrigeration and air conditioning industry
News from RAC Exhibition 2007 (15 December 2006)
Record visitors, registrations and revenue
JobsGroup.net, the UK's largest operator of niche jobsites, had a November to remember after achieving the highest number of unique visitors and CV registrations in the history of the company
News from JobsGroup.net (15 December 2006)
Automation project for Yemen LNG plant
User Application Article Invensys has won a multi-million dollar automation and safety contract, including Foxboro I/A Series DCS, Triconex safety and fire and gas systems, and engineering services for a new Yemen LNG plant
News from Invensys Process Systems (15 December 2006)
VJ couplings solve dock valve replacement problem
User Application Article When maintenance at the UK Mersey Docks and Harbour Company found that the pipe joints needed for a valve replacement scheme were no longer available: Viking Johnson came up with an alternative Brochure Available
News from Viking Johnson (15 December 2006)
Optimex canned motor pumps for liquefied gases
Optimex of France, a manufacturer of centrifugal, sealless, canned motor pumps for handling hazardous liquids, has launched a new range of pumps for the transfer of liquefied gases.
News from French Technology Press Bureau (15 December 2006)
Radar level for challenging solids applications
Sitrans LR 460 is a continuous radar level measurement transmitter, using 24 GHz FMCW technology and Process Intelligence echo processing for unparalleled performance on difficult solids applications
News from Siemens Milltronics (15 December 2006)
Small scale bespoke pasteuriser system for Kenya
User Application Article Sunpower Products in Kenya produces artisan farmhouse cheeses in Kenya's highlands: recently delivered is a skid-mounted, cheese-milk pasteuriser from CPS in Dorset, to help boost their production
News from CPS: Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems (15 December 2006)
Wide range of gas non-return valves from Witt Gas
The NV range of gas non-return valves are safety devices to stop the return flow of gases in supply pipelines used in shipyards, gas production plants, treatment works and gas distribution systems
News from Witt Gas Techniques (15 December 2006)
Raids on spill kits? Emergency spill refill kits
Why are emergency spill kits so often half empty and full of crisp packets and sweet paper? How do you deter raiders, yet ensure the spill kit is available for emergencies? Spill Direct has the answer
News from Spill Direct (15 December 2006)
Save space and energy with Boge Compressors
Boge Compressors has announced the extension of the energy saving SF series of frequency controlled screw compressors, with two 15 HP models for 8, 10 and 13 bar operation Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (15 December 2006)
Import sensor data into Microsoft Excel
BTS Fluid Measurement have upgraded their existing - free - USB Industrial Connection Software, to include some of the features only previously available on their "BTS Linkup" Disc
News from BTS Fluid Measurement (14 December 2006)
Balancing system saves downtime at Lafarge Cement
User Application Article No company wants to contend with setbacks such as forced shutdowns or increased plant maintenance costs, and this was the problem facing Lafarge Cement when process changes caused fan build-up
News from TEVA (14 December 2006)
Meridian Energy plant asset management system
User Application Article Centralised monitoring and control of the Meridian Energy NZ power stations led to a need for a predictive maintenance capability to interface with the Maximo CMMS and plant historian
News from Matrikon (14 December 2006)
Six IEQ/IAQ parameters monitored on one instrument
The new Multinorm is a universal all-in-one instrument for monitoring Indoor Environmental and Air Quality parameters: air temperature, velocity, RH, dew point, illuminance, luminance, CO, CO2, sound
News from Carltex (14 December 2006)
Czech distribution of Extech portable printers
Extech Instruments is pleased to announce the appointment of GATC as an Authorised Distributor to market the Extech range of mobile receipt printers in the Czech Republic
News from Extech Instruments (14 December 2006)
New safety training DVDs and videos from Roebuck
BuckHickman InOne has introduced 17 new safety training DVDs and videos, complete with several training booklets and risk assessment forms, under its Roebuck brand
News from BuckHickman InOne (14 December 2006)
National Instruments host NIDays 2006 at IET
During October, National Instruments hosted NIDays 2006, its annual professional development conference and exhibition for engineers and scientists, in association with the IET, at Savoy Place, London Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (14 December 2006)
High accuracy and resolution laser position sensor
A non-contact, optoelectronic displacement (position) measurement sensor has been launched that offers OEMs, machine builders and end users all the normal technical advantages, at half the cost Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (14 December 2006)
Opportunities in the EU water and waste markets
Frost and Sullivan will host a conference call on Thursday 14 December 2006 at 1100 GMT to provide industry participants an overview on Pumps in the European Water and Waste Water Markets
News from Frost and Sullivan (14 December 2006)
2000 psi canned motor pump improves efficiency
User Application Article Hayward Tyler has successfully delivered a canned motor pump (and spare motor) for LP-DMCD (1,4 dimethyl cyclohexanedicarboxylate + dissolved hydrogen) recycle service
News from Hayward Tyler (14 December 2006)
Wyatt at Pittcon in Chicago 26 Feb - 2 March
Wyatt Technology, the world leader in instruments and software for absolute macromolecular characterisation, will unveil its completely redesigned DynaPro Titan Plate Reader at Pittcon 2007 in Chicago Brochure Available
News from Wyatt Technology (14 December 2006)
Unique applications for Mastersizer at Chilworth
User Application Article A Mastersizer 2000 particle size analyzer is being used in two unique applications for powder explosion and powder handling safety studies being conducted by leading specialists Chilworth Technology
News from Malvern Instruments (14 December 2006)
More efficient rollers with ETP Locking Bush
User Application Article In a processing line for the production of steel rod and bar, the fixing of the feed rollers has been made more efficient by the use of an ETP-Hyloc shaft to hub connection Brochure Available
News from Lenze (14 December 2006)
Large diameter O-Rings and other seal profiles
Busak+Shamban introduce FlexiMold, its newly developed proprietary technology for the manufacture of high precision, large diameter O-rings and other seal profiles
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions (14 December 2006)
'Single variable' fieldbus indicator introduced
Following the success of their '8 variable' fieldbus displays Beka associates have launched a complementary range of cost effective single variable fieldbus indicators Brochure Available
News from Beka associates (14 December 2006)
Red Lion supports Allen Bradley via native tags
Native tag support of the Allen Bradley Logix series PLCs integrates Red Lion G3 series HMI, Modular Controller and Data Station products with Control and CompactLogix PLCs, via serial or Ethernet
News from Red Lion Controls USA (14 December 2006)
New Insectron glue boards for flying insects
Insect extermination expert Insectron has launched a new series of glue boards, I-Boards, for use in insect exterminators: these are even more attractive to flying insects, and make counting easier
News from Berson UV-techniek (14 December 2006)
Wire feed for Fastmig Basic and Synergic welders
Kemppi has launched two new wire feed units, MF 29 and MSF 57, for its 3-phase 230V/440V FastMig Basic and Synergic MIG/MAG welding systems for use in industrial applications
News from Kemppi (UK) (14 December 2006)
Foster Wheeler UK strengthens its board
Foster Wheeler has announced that its UK-headquartered subsidiary Foster Wheeler Energy, part of its Global Engineering and Construction Group, has strengthened its board of directors
News from Foster-Wheeler (14 December 2006)
Compact, digital, MI Series IR temperature sensor
Raytek expands MI Series sensor capabilities with an increased optical resolution, compact, digital IR thermometer suited for applications with difficult ambient conditions
News from Raytek Corp (14 December 2006)
Aker Kvaerner awarded contract with ConocoPhillips
ConocoPhillips has awarded Aker Kvaerner a service contract for provision of personnel and equipment for well intervention services on the Norwegian Continental Shelf
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas (13 December 2006)
Sealed Air targets UK bottling markets with Mondo
Sealed Air is mounting a major marketing campaign aimed at persuading a diverse range of UK food and beverage companies to follow a lead being set by drinks producers north of the border Brochure Available
News from Sealed Air (13 December 2006)
Gas separation plant contract in Thailand
User Application Article Foster Wheeler has been awarded a FEED and project management consultancy contract by the PTT Public Company for its sixth gas separation plant, GSP6, which will be located at Rayong, Thailand
News from Foster-Wheeler (13 December 2006)
Siemens Flender helps packaging company save costs
User Application Article A new Flender gear unit in a Lancashire based packaging company replaced an unreliable unit, for less than the refurbishment cost, reduced energy costs, and is proving itself far more reliable too
News from Siemens Flender (13 December 2006)
Not so Happy New Year for Fluid Handling suppliers
Technical Background Article 2006 has been a highly competitive year for the fluid handling equipment industry, and although some companies have been enjoying historically high margins, 2007 promises ever tougher times
News from Plimsoll Publishing (13 December 2006)
Clamp-on portable transit time liquid flowmeter
The Dynasonics TFXP portable transit time flow meter features the most advanced measurement technology, providing unsurpassed accuracy, versatility, ease of installation and dependability
News from Dynasonics (13 December 2006)
Pressure-relief system sales manager in France
Elfab, the leading European manufacturer of pressure-relief systems, has appointed Marjorie de Backer as its Territory Sales Manager to cover France
News from Elfab (13 December 2006)
Pulping and Power sale approved by EU commission
The Aker Kvaerner sale of its Pulping and Power businesses to the Metso Corporation has been approved by the European Commission: transaction closing date set for 31 December
News from Aker Kvaerner Pulping (13 December 2006)
Nuclear in-tank pipe cropping a great success
User Application Article The use of a light-weight, long reach robotic manipulator has allowed engineering specialists INS to help British Nuclear Group maximise the capacity of two bulk storage tanks in SIXEP at Sellafield
News from INS International Nuclear Solutions (13 December 2006)
Valves for total control of corrosive fluids
Badger Meter control valves from Pump Engineering provide the answer to critical process control valve challenges across a wide range of industries, with special body materials and seals available
News from Pump Engineering (13 December 2006)
ABB wins US$210M natural gas contract in Algeria
ABB has won a contract worth more than US$210 million from the Algerian oil and gas company Sonatrach to expand existing compressor and power systems, enabling increased gas exports to Europe
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (13 December 2006)
Invetech exec entrusted with major role in SBS
Robert Speziale entrusted to ensure a balance between the interests of commercial vendors and the research and development community, in role of Chair of the SBS Partners in Commerce Committee Brochure Available
News from Invetech (13 December 2006)
Spring conference on acoustics and sustainability
The Institute of Acoustics spring conference will discuss acoustics and sustainability, showing how acoustics plays an important supportive role in enabling the delivery of sustainability Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (12 December 2006)
Depth measurement in hazardous areas
Thanks to an excellent specification, BTS Fluid Measurement have recently taken orders for a quantity of their FM104-IS depth and level transmitters for use in hazardous areas
News from BTS Fluid Measurement (12 December 2006)
Dual liquid analytical sensor multi-display unit
The new Model 1056 single/dual input analyser is a cost-effective, workhorse instrument for the display of four liquid analysis parameters: choose from pH/ISE/conductivity/chlorine/ozone Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (12 December 2006)
IR sight glasses enable scans of junction boxes
A multiple unit nuclear generating station has adopted the C-Range Hawk IR Sightglasses to safely enable IR thermography scans of Medium Voltage (MV) motor junction boxes Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (12 December 2006)
Miniature photoelectric switches
Idec Electronics are pleased to introduce background suppression types as an addition to its SA1E range of miniature photoelectric switches
News from Idec Electronics (12 December 2006)
Firms still using Trike risk prosecution warning
Technical Background Article More than 50 per cent of the UK's manufacturing and engineering companies using the carcinogenic solvent trichloroethylene could face prosecution under new legislation, a leading expert has warned Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (12 December 2006)
AS-Interface controls lubrication at cement plant
User Application Article Control Lubrication is using AS-I to network proximity switches, zone valves, pressure switches, flow monitors and mobile plug-in reset push buttons in some of the toughest environments imaginable
News from AS-Interface UK (12 December 2006)
Can cured-in-place linings reduce infiltration?
Technical Background Article As part of the Portfolio Collaborative Research Programme, WRc has taken on the management of the sewer lining infiltration test procedure that Thames Water started to develop in 2004
News from WRc (12 December 2006)
Foster Wheeler contract for LNG import terminal
Foster Wheeler Canada will provide project management consultancy services for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification terminal in Canada, under contract from the Canaport LNG Partnership
News from Foster-Wheeler (12 December 2006)
Pressure sensing building block for OEM designs
OEM manufacturers of measurement instrumentation that require a pressure sensor in their product will often choose to integrate the signal conditioning within their own electronics
News from SensorsOne (12 December 2006)
New for old Fulton hospital boiler replacements
User Application Article Fulton Boiler Works has supplied a pre-fabricated plant room consisting of two 15J gas-fired steam boilers to North Glamorgan NHS Trust for the Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil
News from Fulton Boiler Works (12 December 2006)
Innovative Rosemount multi-variable vortex meter
New Rosemount vortex flowmeter lowers the total installed cost of temperature compensated measurement points by 25% and reduces process variability in saturated steam applications Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (12 December 2006)
Centrica cash boost may lead to more business
The Tees Valley Engineering Partnership is hoping that more multinational companies will undertake projects in the region, following a recent cash commitment from British Gas owner Centrica
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (12 December 2006)
GBP48k cost saving in Chocolate Processing Plant
User Application Article Chocolate processing plant utilising roller chain technology often results in the premature replacement of chain due to accelerated wear or poor articulation Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (12 December 2006)
PTA plant efficiency and improvement project
Day and Zimmerman, an existing member of the Tees Valley Engineering Partnership, has secured a new design contract with polyester manufacturer Advansa (UK) on their PTA plant at Wilton
News from Tees Valley Engineering Partnership (12 December 2006)
Moeller Electric is in command for automation
The latest Moeller Electric RMQ-Titan range provides an ideal choice for modern automation installations, with pushbuttons, indicator lamps, selector switches, illuminated emergency stop actuators etc
News from Moeller Electric (12 December 2006)
ISA Wireless Committee forms User Working Group
The ISA Wireless Standards for Automation committee, SP-100, has formed a new user working group to provide input and feedback to the various technical working groups
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (12 December 2006)
LNG automation contract for Ras Laffan Trains 6/7
The Ras Laffan LNG Trains 6/7 automation contract includes Foxboro and Triconex control and safety systems; integrated asset management, alarm management, and control loop performance monitoring
News from Invensys Process Systems (12 December 2006)
New website for SLS covers lubrication and seals
Sovereign Lubricants and Seals, sole distributor of Omega brand lubricants in the UK, has recently launched their new SLS website
News from Sovereign Lubricants and Seals (12 December 2006)
Maser expansion in the North of UK
Following continued expansion, Maser has relocated to new larger offices for their North of England offices
News from Maser Communications UK (12 December 2006)
Universal OPC driver for NTCIP devices
User Application Article Tecsult of Canada has integrated Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Control using MatrikonOPC expertise in OPC techniques, developing a universal OPC driver for NTCIP devices
News from Matrikon (11 December 2006)
Test, measurement and automation user interfaces
National Instruments has announced the release of NI Measurement Studio 8.1, a comprehensive suite of class libraries and user interface controls for test, measurement and automation applications Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (11 December 2006)
China product sourcing, QC, and import logistics
ET2C International and Uniserve Group have created a new UK partnership, ET2C Europe, to offer a complete range of product sourcing, QC, and logistics solutions for UK-based companies
News from ET2C International (11 December 2006)
New staff add a fresh perspective at Lovejoy
Michael Hennessy, CEO of Lovejoy, the world's leader in flexible coupling knowledge, welcomes new staff: a new design engineer and a new torsional coupling sales manager
News from Lovejoy (11 December 2006)
Measurement science and technology: a new platform
The Chemistry Innovation Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) has launched a new technology platform to complement the current portfolio of platforms and themes: Measurement Science and Technology
News from Chemistry Innovation KTN (11 December 2006)
Flowrence system for multiple tests on catalysts
Avantium Technologies has launched Flowrence, a new parallel flow reactor platform for fixed bed catalyst testing: the first systems have been supplied to some major oil and petrochemical companies
News from Avantium Technologies (11 December 2006)
New switched fabric backplane range from Rittal
Rittal introduce a new range of backplanes that meet the PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturers Group (PICMG) 2.16 specification, helping OEM system designers Brochure Available
News from Rittal (11 December 2006)
Thermo Fisher Scientific new partner in Brazil
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, announces a new partnership with Interfusao to supply LIMS to the growing metals, minerals and mining industries in Brazil Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (11 December 2006)
Circuit Breakers raise charity cash in Abbey dash
The Leeds Abbey Dash annual fun run has raised money to fund a Help the Aged 'HandyVan' - an odd-job man service available to elderly members of the community in Leeds and West Yorkshire
News from Farnell (11 December 2006)
Novel and efficient method of grease application
A thin film of a Kluber Isoflex Topas NB 52 grease and solvent mixture is used to coat the entire surface of each switch component, allowing up to 36,000 components to be treated simultaneously Brochure Available
News from Kluber Lubrication GB (11 December 2006)
Electrolytic process simulation software partners
SimSci-Esscor and OLI Systems have extended and enhanced a partnership for electrolytic process simulation, integrating OLI electrolyte algorithms and databanks with SimSci-Esscor process simulators
News from Invensys SimSci Esscor (11 December 2006)
World's smallest DC equipment fan available in UK
Now available from Aerco is a tiny DC fan from Adda that the manufacturer believes to be the world's smallest DC equipment fan, Built in a frame size of 15 x 15 x 6mm and weighing only 1.4g
News from Aerco (11 December 2006)
New hygienic motor specialist for Marlin Stainless
Marlin Stainless has appointed a new Motor Specialist for the North West of the UK, to meet the demand for their stainless steel motors and gearboxes arising from increased hygiene awareness
News from Marlin Stainless (11 December 2006)
Closing force sensor protects moulds from damage
With the new strain transmitter Type 9238A, Kistler now offers a mould closing force sensor that combines the measuring element and the electronics in a single housing
News from Kistler Instruments (11 December 2006)
Saudi gas plant DCS upgrade to mesh network
User Application Article A multi-million dollar contract from Saudi Aramco will upgrade the existing Foxboro DCS at the Saudi Aramco Shedgum and 'Uthmaniyah major gas plants to the latest Mesh Control Network technology
News from Invensys Process Systems (11 December 2006)
ProSim support in China from M and A Scientific
ProSim, the French process simulation software house, is strengthening its presence in China through a commercial representation agreement with the local company M and A Scientific
News from ProSim (11 December 2006)
Ovation expert control for Kansas City power
User Application Article Emerson has won contracts from Kansas City Power and Light to install PlantWeb digital plant architecture with the Ovation expert control system at Iatan Units 1 and 2, using new clean coal technology
News from Emerson Process Management - Power + Water (11 December 2006)
Analytical Technology launches new pH/ORP monitor
Analytical Technology (ATi) has introduced an innovative pH/ORP monitor, using a superior sensor technology, for advanced process measurement Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (11 December 2006)
First MS Screener sold and installed in Europe
User Application Article Rotex Europe announces the installation of the first MS Screener in Europe, supplied to an agro-processor in the Netherlands, for high capacity, high temperature screening duties
News from Rotex Europe (11 December 2006)
Vigilant initiative of control valve co-operation
Under the Vigilant Integration Partners (VIP) Initiative, Yokogawa has entered a formal agreement with four control valve suppliers - Dresser-Masoneilan, Flowserve, Metso Automation, and Samson
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (11 December 2006)
In-vessel composting technology solution unveiled
Envar, the organisation which owns and operates the largest commercial composting facility in the UK, unveiled an innovative solution for dealing with UK waste and landfill this week
News from Envar (ADAS) (11 December 2006)
MIPAC to lead automation at Kazakh copper refinery
User Application Article MIPAC has been selected to lead the design, automation and control of a major expansion to the Kazzinc Ust-Kamenogorsk Metallurgical Facilities in Eastern Kazakhstan, and will use DeltaV
News from MIPAC (11 December 2006)
Name change to Enpure signals new era for Purac
After thirteen successful years as part of the AWG group, water and wastewater process engineering specialist Purac has changed ownership, and has a new name: Enpure
News from Enpure (11 December 2006)
AK contract for a multifuel-fired boiler
Aker Kvaerner has been awarded a letter of intent to provide an industrial-size, multifuel-fired boiler plant to Porin Prosessivoima, in Finland
News from Aker Kvaerner Engineering Services (11 December 2006)
Lysine Agar heads the Lab M brewing range
The Lab M Lysine Agar, a complex medium used in brewing for the isolation and enumeration of wild yeasts in pitching yeast, is made to the original formulation described by Morris and Eddy
News from Lab M (11 December 2006)
eGard and AS-i make a perfect match
Fortress Interlocks has introduced an AS-interface control and safety base module for its eGard system, enabling eGard to be simply connected to an 'AS-i Safety at Work' control network in minutes
News from Fortress Interlocks (11 December 2006)
More pay for the good Maths and Physics teachers
IChemE welcomes the proposed increased funding from Gordon Brown for secondary schools and science research, plus adds some further ideas for the spending
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (11 December 2006)
Microgral - the new R and D granulator
The Microgral is a new top-driven, lab-scale, high-shear mixer-granulator from Collette, designed specifically for the development of formulations for granulating and pelletization
News from Niro (11 December 2006)
Weighing boosts cheese production efficiency
User Application Article A high performance process weighing system suitable for most weighing applications has enabled a small cheese manufacturer and pre-packer in Wales to dramatically enhance their cheese production
News from Applied Weighing International (11 December 2006)
Profibus achieves standards status in China
The Chinese Profibus Organization (CPO) and their umbrella organization PI (Profibus and Profinet International) are recording great success in standardising their technologies in China
News from Profibus Group (11 December 2006)
John Crane shows off gas and LNG capabilites
Gastech 2006 in Abu Dhabi recently provided John Crane with an excellent opportunity to reinforce its growing credentials as a major supplier to the international gas sector
News from Crane EAA (11 December 2006)
Turbine flowmeter repair kits for harsh metering
The Blancett Turbine Flow Meter Repair Kits are supplied for refurbishment of meters used for abrasive waterflood projects and hostile industrial use, and are quick and simple to install
News from Blancett (11 December 2006)
Closing the communication gap with MES
The "Profinet and MES Maintenance Operations" guideline describes support for MES maintenance systems, thus facilitating communication with Profinet from the field level right up to top management.
News from Profibus Group (11 December 2006)
Amarinth expertise in pump design and application
Amarinth delivers world-leading expertise in the design, application and manufacture of centrifugal pumps and equipment to ISO, ANSI and API, for the industrial, chemical and petrochemical markets
News from Amarinth (11 December 2006)
Brand new line of plastics testers for HDT and VST
A new product line now enables Zwick to offer a total testing solution for Vicat softening temperature and the heat deflection temperature, standardised test measurements for plastic characterisation Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (11 December 2006)
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