News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 11 February
to Saturday 17 February 2007
What's next in industrial translation?
To support growth in 2007, Lloyd International Translations are investing in expanding their offices to accommodate all staff members under one roof
News from Lloyd International Translations (16 February 2007)
Hoffman introduces WeatherFlo enclosures
WeatherFlo enclosures from Hoffman allow HVAC integrators to reduce system design time while providing an energy efficient, off-the-shelf 3R rated drive system
News from Hoffman (16 February 2007)
Dust extraction and air recirculation saves money
User Application Article With help from Kirk and Blum Duct, a maker of plastic colour concentrates extracts and cleans dust-laden air, and recirculates the filtered air, reducing AC load and summer electric bills by half
News from Kirk & Blum Duct (16 February 2007)
New Hosokawa Alpine Hammer Mill for pharma use
To meet current legislation, the well known Alpine Omniplex 20/10HA Hammer Mill is now available in a cGMP modular pharmaceutical design that can readily be integrated into an isolator
News from Hosokawa Micron (16 February 2007)
Optical fibre network cable used for data link
User Application Article BASF IT Services uses the optical cable available from Wingas for data highway network and technology in a complete package from a single source
News from BASF IT Services (16 February 2007)
Ethernet switch goes to extremes of temperature
Ethernet Direct, a primary provider of industrial networking and communication solutions, announces its industrial Ethernet product family supports extended temperatures from -40 to +80C
News from Ethernet Direct (16 February 2007)
Redundant Profibus DP networks in baggage handling
User Application Article Marco Polo Airport, Venice, uses redundant Profibus DP fieldbus networks on the high-dependability baggage handling system that processes up to 4000 items of luggage per hour
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (16 February 2007)
For a sixth time FW scoops the ECITB ACTIVE Cup
A team from the Foster-Wheeler UK subsidiary Foster Wheeler Energy, part of the Global Engineering and Construction Group, has won the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board ACTIVE Cup
News from Foster-Wheeler (16 February 2007)
Highly-versatile harsh-area connectors are IP68
Aimed at the most demanding industrial and waterproof connector needs, a comprehensive selection of circular power and signal connectors is now available from ACAL Radiatron
News from ACAL Radiatron (16 February 2007)
Water analysis for aluminium and iron
The latest additions to the Alert Colorimeter range from Applikon Analytical are the new colorimetric iron and aluminium analysers for both drinking and waste water Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (16 February 2007)
FREE moisture measurement slide rule calculator
Michell Instruments has produced an absolute humidity and relative humidity slide rule, providing the user with a fast, clear and simple slide rule formula for relating humidity parameters Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (16 February 2007)
Eycon keeps an eye on the process
Eurotherm have recently launched the new Eycon series of visual supervisors, providing multi-function control, recording and visualisation
News from Eurotherm (16 February 2007)
New Sensit pressure sensors launched at MTEC
At the MTEC Exhibition, Roxspur has been delighted to announce three new pressure sensor products added to their Sensit range of thick film and ceramic strain gauge sensors and transmitters
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (16 February 2007)
Sticky, brittle or soft: texture testing on sweets
As you enjoy your next juicy sweet why not stop to think about the physical testing which is required in the manufacturing process? Manufacturers know that consumers require consistent quality Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell (16 February 2007)
Perforated panel enclosures reduce time to install
The Hoffman new Type 1 Integrated Perforated Panel Enclosures provide an off-the-shelf, ready-to-use component mounting solution, saving contractors valuable time and money
News from Hoffman (15 February 2007)
New UV disinfection system for pharmaceuticals
The UV disinfection specialist Aquionics has introduced the Quantum in-line medium pressure UV system, for high purity low flow process water applications in pharmaceutical plants
News from Aquionics Inc (15 February 2007)
Aluminum recycling furnace dust collection system
User Application Article An aluminum can recycling plant turned to Ceco Environmental for a new furnace dust collector system using Kirk and Blum ducts, producing a 5-10% productivity improvement and cleaner plant air
News from Kirk & Blum Duct (15 February 2007)
Medical Point-of-Care terminal is easier to use
Advantech has released the POC-195 with a 19'' high-contrast LCD to help medical professionals in their day-to-day jobs, so they can focus on delivering better patient care Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (15 February 2007)
Ethernet Direct webinar and training on Ethernet
Ethernet Direct is being quoted as a 'real innovator' by various people in the Industrial Ethernet industry, after introducing a new educational program and webinar explaining the industrial Ethernet
News from Ethernet Direct (15 February 2007)
L.Con beats the deadlines with Moeller Electric
User Application Article Electrical engineering and contracting specialist L.Con chose the xStart motor controlgear to help them meet exceptionally tight deadlines for manufacturing and commissioning a control panel
News from Moeller Electric (15 February 2007)
New petrochemical projects for Saudi Kayan
Saudi Kayan awards two contracts, to Tecnicas Reunidas and Daelim Industrial for the construction of phenolics and polycarbonates projects at the Jubail Industrial City
News from SABIC (15 February 2007)
Critical assets managed with new version AMS Suite
AMS Asset Portal Version 2.5 allows users to customise enterprise-wide asset information, including filtering and reporting alerts, polling on demand, and viewing graphical asset health reports Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (15 February 2007)
Transfer data between real-time and Windows
NI LabWindows/CVI 8.1 Real-Time Module makes it easy for engineers to create and deploy reliable and deterministic applications to dedicated real-time hardware, such as PXI and desktop PCs Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (15 February 2007)
Thermo Fisher Scientific launches Nautilus LIMS v8
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, has unveiled version 8.0 of its Thermo Scientific laboratory information management system (LIMS), Nautilus Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (15 February 2007)
New miniature linear guides eliminate cage creep
The new Schaeffler range of corrosion-resistant, miniature carriage units now incorporates ball flat cages and a positive cage control option, designed to eliminate cage creep Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (15 February 2007)
Upgrade to coal fired power station control system
User Application Article The Ovation system is expected to improve unit stability, response and thermal efficiencies for a Southeast Illinois coal fired plant, when monitoring and controlling boiler and turbine operations
News from Emerson Process Management - Power + Water (15 February 2007)
Rules for Highly Skilled Migrants
NES has competently managed the opposing responses to the changes that were made to the UK Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) criteria in December 2006
News from NES International (14 February 2007)
Multi-scale weight controllers with analog outputs
Hardy Instruments announces the availability of analogue output communications for its popular HI 3030 Series of multi-scale weight controllers
News from Hardy Instruments (14 February 2007)
Using a cooling tower loop to cut waste and costs
Recently, a manufacturer of plastic personal grooming products asked FilterMan about difficulties they were having while recycling mold cooling water through a cooling tower
News from Eaton Filtration (14 February 2007)
Brainwave - a hands-free electronic mixing valve
The BrainWave is a revolution in water temperature control and delivery technology, as the first fully electronic, hands-free electronic mixing valve, ideal for hospitals, schools etc
News from Armstrong International (14 February 2007)
Test Dustchamber meets common dust test standards
Unitemp announce the availability of a new compact Dust Chamber manufactured by the ESPEC Corporation, for testing the effects of dust on electronic, electrical and mechanical components / assemblies
News from Unitemp (14 February 2007)
Durable surface finishes cut friction and galling
A new range of high-performance PTFE-impregnated finishes, specifically designed to alleviate the abrasion and galling caused by day-to-day metal-to-metal contact, has been developed by Tecan
News from Tecan (14 February 2007)
AK announces strong growth and strong profit
Aker Kvaerner reports strong fourth quarter 2006 results with an EBITDA of NOK 905million and NOK 3170million for the full year, increase of 31% and 58% respectively compared to last year
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas (14 February 2007)
Osiprox sensors for food and beverage processing
Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, stainless steel Osiprox proximity sensors are suited to applications in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries, from freezing up to sterilisation
News from Schneider Electric (14 February 2007)
Corus improves blast furnace management
User Application Article A new ABB control system for the Queen Victoria blast furnace at the Corus Scunthorpe Steel works provides improved visibility of the iron making process and greater production flexibility
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (14 February 2007)
Swansea air quality site is highly commended
User Application Article Air quality monitoring specialists, Enviro Technology Services, helped Swansea Council achieve a highly commended status with their air quality website in a recent UK wide review
News from Enviro Technology Services (14 February 2007)
Review of Jackson Switchgear in 2006
Booming sales and unprecedented demand for switchgear led to a year of growth for Jackson Switchgear, in which new team members and a website have strengthened our market presence
News from Jackson Switchgear (14 February 2007)
Oxyfuel brings 30% capacity increase at TKS Steel
User Application Article ThyssenKrupp Steel in Finnentrop, Germany produces galvanized strip: Rebox oxyfuel solutions from Linde added to the existing galvanizing line resulted in a production increase of 30%
News from Linde Gas (14 February 2007)
FREE seminar on process analytical techniques
A FREE Metrohm seminar on process analysis discusses both at-line and on-line analytical techniques, and their differences, on 6th March in Gillingham, Kent Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (14 February 2007)
Digi wired and wireless embedded networking
Digi International has introduced its new cost-effective, fully featured Digi JumpStart Kits that make it easy for design engineers to develop embedded products with Digi NET+ARM modules
News from Digi International (14 February 2007)
Instrumentation distributor for the Southern UK
Macher was established in 1998 as an exclusive instrumentation distributor for the UK South, and has grown to include a large array of instrumentation products from many vendors
News from Macher Distribution (14 February 2007)
TUV and MCERTS approvals for Rosemount Oxymitter
Emerson Process Management announces that it has gained TUV and MCERTS approvals for its Rosemount Analytical Oxymitter zirconia analyser, for use in CEMS Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (14 February 2007)
Mixer and aerator combo keeps solids in suspension
User Application Article Mixers and aerators designed and manufactured by Landia are removing a serious odour problem for a major pharmaceutical manufacturer, keeping solids in suspension
News from Landia (14 February 2007)
Savings of over GBP67k a year in energy costs
User Application Article Aesica, a leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients to the global pharmaceutical industry, is saving over GBP67kpa in energy costs at its Ponders End site with GEM steam traps
News from Gardner Energy Management (14 February 2007)
New metal housing option for electronics module
Penny + Giles has launched a new metal enclosure option for its signal conditioning electronics module, EICT-M, used with in-cylinder (ICT) and sealed linear transducers (SLT) Brochure Available
News from Penny + Giles (14 February 2007)
Ashcroft CXLdp low pressure transducer
The new Ashcroft CXLdp low pressure transducer is specifically engineered to provide stable, reliable static or differential air pressure measurement in HVAC comfort control systems
News from Ashcroft Instruments (14 February 2007)
TOTAL gives a new view of automation from RTS
It takes just five minutes to see a different vision of automation, and this is what is on offer on Stand 5311 at TOTAL from 15-18 May 2007 at the NEC, from RTS Flexible Systems Brochure Available
News from RTS Flexible Systems (14 February 2007)
Route-Master fieldbus device coupler FM approval
The MooreHawke Route-Master fieldbus system, composed of power supplies and device couplers, has been approved by Factory Mutual as an intrinsically-safe apparatus for use in the US and Canada
News from Moore Industries International (14 February 2007)
New highest-performance PXI embedded controllers
National Instruments has announced a family of PXI, PXI Express and PXI real-time embedded controllers based on the 2.16 GHz dual-core Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7400 Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (13 February 2007)
Lightweight CO2 detector for portable protection
The new Gasman portable personal CO2 detector from Crowcon is small, light and easy to use: hazards trigger a loud 95 dBA alarm, an extremely bright red/blue visual warning and also the unit vibrates Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (13 February 2007)
SmartMeter gains MID Approval for water metering
Severn Trent Metering Services announces the certification of its range of SmartMeter water meters to the European Measuring Instruments Directive (MID), for use across Europe
News from Severn Trent Services (13 February 2007)
Wireless theme for latest issue of Read-out
The first issue of Read-out for 2007 features wireless stories, with an account of the launch of the Emerson European offering, plus how to monitor machinery by PDA, from National Instruments
News from Read-Out Publications (13 February 2007)
Adding intelligence and reducing cost in MCCs
Simocode Pro V adds further intelligence to MCCs, including a multi line operator LCD panel showing motor operating data but also displays any fault data and I/O status for maintenance personnel
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (13 February 2007)
Environment Agency updates soil test policy
Ashtead Technology Rentals reports a rapid rise in rentals of their portable contaminated land assessment instruments following a recent amendment to Environment Agency policy
News from Ashtead Technology (13 February 2007)
Vacon strengthens distribution in Russia
The Finland-based AC drives manufacturer Vacon has signed a distributor agreement with Ruselprom, one of the biggest motor manufacturing companies in Russia
News from Vacon (13 February 2007)
High pressure flowmeter for gas distribution in US
User Application Article Litre Meter has developed a flowmeter capable of operating at 4000 bar and at a flow rate of 0.099mL/min for the American natural gas distribution network, to help prevent compressor station failure
News from Litre Meter (13 February 2007)
Underbody weighing optimises material handling
A 'Loadweigh' underbody weighing system, suitable for rigid or articulated tipping trailers and tankers, has enabled a supplier of primary and recycled aggregates to optimise their material handling
News from Vehicle Weighing Solutions (13 February 2007)
Wales becomes production location of choice
After introducing a three-year culture change programme to its manufacturing plant in Llanelli, Schaeffler (UK) has now averted the threat of production being transferred to Eastern Europe Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (13 February 2007)
HRL Peformax planetary gearhead modular system
The innovative HRL Peformax planetary gearhead modular system from Zeitlauf brings comprehensive performance improvements for high radial load applications
News from Zeitlauf UK (13 February 2007)
New industrial locomotives launched
Corus Northern Engineering Services unveils its brand new range of British-designed and manufactured locomotives, the first of this type of locomotive to be manufactured in the UK for over 15 years Brochure Available
News from Corus Northern Engineering Services (13 February 2007)
Panel-space shortage becomes a thing of the past
Omron, the industrial automation specialist, has launched the Sysmac One series, combining control and HMI functionality into one transparent package to meet the requirements of machine builders
News from Omron Electronics (13 February 2007)
Water cooled diesel driven welding generators
Wilkinson Star is the Worsley, Manchester based industrial equipment supplier and sole UK representative for EC Compliant MOSA engine driven welding and generating sets
News from Wilkinson Star (13 February 2007)
Modular Automation is UK distributor for Easy-link
Modular Automation International has an exclusive agreement with German manufacturer Rose and Krieger to distribute the new flexible conveyor system Easy-link in the UK
News from Modular Automation International (13 February 2007)
Safer welding from Witt Gas Techniques
Standard safety devices such as flashback arrestors, non-return valves and gas cut-off valves may not always provide the optimum protection expected whilst oxy-fuel welding: Witt Gas has a new design
News from Witt Gas Techniques (13 February 2007)
Jackson general purpose safety eyewear
Element, Oracle and Nemesis are three new ranges of CE approved safety eyewear for both industrial and sports usage launched by Jackson Products, the US safety equipment manufacturers
News from Jackson Products (13 February 2007)
Heat treatment with Pyrosil-sheathed thermocouples
Tyco Thermal Controls, a leader in the supply of Mineral Insulated (MI) thermocouple cables, offers a solution for heat treatment companies looking to reduce the incidence of 'failed loads'
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (13 February 2007)
Bearings need protection from electric currents
Technical Background Article Phil Burge looks at the increase in bearing damage and failure from electric currents, and introduces the latest generation of SKF bearings which have been specifically designed to counter the problem Brochure Available
News from SKF UK (12 February 2007)
WashDown ceiling-mount enclosure for food industry
Hoffman expands the WashDown enclosure line with a 304 stainless steel ceiling-mount unit: the innovative design prevents fluid accumulation in sanitary processing lines
News from Hoffman (12 February 2007)
Waterproof Membranes Conference: call for papers
Applied Market Information is pleased to announce the international conference on Waterproof Membranes, to be held 26-28 November 2007 at the Maritim Hotel in Cologne, Germany
News from Applied Market Information (12 February 2007)
Battery powered pressure monitor and data logging
Ad hoc applications for pressure testing new products or production machinery do not always require an elaborate data acquisition system with many input channels permanently connected to a PC
News from SensorsOne (12 February 2007)
Tertiary treatment for water re-use on food crops
User Application Article A new UV treatment system in Santa Barbara treats wastewater, providing effluent disinfection to tertiary levels: the water is now to be reused for spray irrigation on edible food crops
News from Aquionics Inc (12 February 2007)
Heat exchangers for cooling the sausage lines
Semi-welded plate heat exchangers from Tranter International are being used to cool the brine bath in the production of sausages for a global food manufacturer in their factory in Cheshire
News from Tranter PHE (12 February 2007)
On-demand market intelligence service launched
The ARC Advisory Group has launched a new market intelligence service, providing a database of global statistics for all automation and software products
News from ARC Advisory Group (12 February 2007)
Green Isle Foods save compressed air energy costs
User Application Article C and L Industrial has assisted Green Isle Foods in reducing their compressed air related energy costs by approximately 25% through integrating a Boge SF 100 frequency controlled screw compressor
News from C and L Industrial (12 February 2007)
Assessing the effects of reservoir nitrate dosing
Oil Plus has responded to the increasing trend of tackling reservoir souring with nitrate treatments by liaising closely with leading North Sea operators, to predict the likely results
News from Oil Plus (12 February 2007)
CAD design service for duct installations
Free CAD design service offered with line of clamp-together adjustable length ducting suitable for mists, fumes, trim scrap and dusts, in a wide range of materials, gauges and sizes, with accessories
News from Kirk & Blum Duct (12 February 2007)
Sontay appoints new UK northern area sales manager
Sontay, the market leader in control peripheral products, has appointed Gary Bartlett to the key role of UK Northern Area sales manager, based in Leeds
News from Sontay (12 February 2007)
Process viscometer approved in all hazardous areas
Hydramotion intrinsically safe XL7-15x series process viscometers are now certified to ATEX Ex II 1GD for use in hazardous atmospheres where combustible dust as well as explosive gas may be present Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (12 February 2007)
ATEX approved IR cameras for in-service tests
Routine verification that "in-service" equipment operates within the designated T-Class of the ATEX certification, to comply with DSEAR requirements, is now easier with the Ex|CAM IR camera Brochure Available
News from Hawk IR International (12 February 2007)
Durafix makes antenna building easier
Durafix Easyweld aluminium welding rods are providing a convenient, dependable and cost-effective answer to the perennial problem - how to make sound joints between aluminium and copper
News from Durafix Easyweld (12 February 2007)
Chemineer mixers to provide quality drinking water
User Application Article Flocculators and Flash Mixers made by Derby-based Chemineer are helping provide high quality drinking water to people in Greater Glasgow, as part of the Scottish Water GBP120M Katrine water project
News from Chemineer (12 February 2007)
Industrial routers connect remote sites securely
Westermo Data Communications has released two industrial routers designed to be compatible with the current and future requirements of remote telemetry and industrial control systems applications
News from Westermo Data Communications (12 February 2007)
ISA Analysis Division symposia to be in Houston
The ISA Analysis Division will host its 2007 symposium at the Marriott Hotel Houston Hobby Airport from 15-19 April, with the theme 'Process Control and Compliance: Analytical Solutions'
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (12 February 2007)
EPS ovens launches new web resource
EPS, with a complete line of laboratory ovens, heat treat furnaces and pharmaceutical ovens, in addition to its own line of custom industrial ovens, has launched a redesigned website
News from Engineered Production Systems (12 February 2007)
New Roebuck anti-slip products from BuckHickman
BuckHickman InOne has extended its range of Roebuck anti-slip products with the launch of abrasive coated stainless steel flooring, cleats and treads with nosings
News from BuckHickman InOne (12 February 2007)
Rugged encapsulated tag for process environments
Texas Instruments has introduced the 'OverMoulded (OM)' transponder family, offering the most rugged RFID tags in its portfolio of ISO 15693 compliant transponders
News from Texas Instruments RFID Systems (12 February 2007)
New UV-Vis imaging detection technology at Pittcon
Paraytec has chosen Pittcon 2007 for the public launch of its ActiPix D100 miniature UV imaging area detector - the world's first miniature multiplexed capillary UV area detector
News from Paraytec (12 February 2007)
Graphical analysis of MATLAB data in DADiSP
MATLAB files can now be imported into DADiSP for manipulation, analysis and presentation of scientific and technical data using the powerful DADiSP interactive graphics capabilities Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (12 February 2007)
Compact stepper motor driver launched by Astrosyn
A compact stepper motor driver with high performance has been introduced by motion control specialists Astrosyn International Technology
News from Astrosyn International Technology (12 February 2007)
SimulationX - model library for multi body systems
SimulationX 2.0 supports graphical modeling, and allows complete analyses of mechanical 3D systems considering kinematics, inertia and elasticities
News from ITI Dresden (12 February 2007)
Fraser BrothPLUS - improving Listeria isolation
Fraser BrothPLUS and Half Fraser BrothPLUS are recently-introduced variants of the Lab M standard Fraser Broth medium for the isolation of Listeria species
News from Lab M (12 February 2007)
Narrowspan atomiser for uniform-sized particles
Narrowspan achieves uniform-sized particles, creating a largely dust free, easily wettable product with a high flowability, from a rotary atomiser wheel
News from Niro (12 February 2007)
Supercritical Fluid Extraction in pilot processing
The SFT-250 Supercritical Fluid Extraction / Reaction processing system from Activotec is designed to perform extractions and run reactions in a range of supercritical fluid media under pressure
News from Activotec (12 February 2007)
WBF names keynote speakers for 2007 Conference
Dr Paul McKenzie, Vice President and General Manager - LSCC at Bristol Myers Squibb, and Walter Boyes, Editor-in-Chief at Control magazine, will give keynote addresses at the WBF 2007 Conference
News from WBF: World Batch Forum (12 February 2007)
Siemon 10GBASE-T 100 meter performance confirmed
Siemon 10G 6A UTP, 10G 6A F/UTP and Category 7/Class F TERA copper cabling systems meet or exceed all 10GBASE-T performance parameters dictated by the now ratified IEEE 802.3an-2006 standard
News from Siemon Company (12 February 2007)
Finding out about NI LabVIEW
If you know what NI LabVIEW does, fine: if not, there is really no reason why the training courses available free from NI should not be on your ''To Do'' list this year: Nick Denbow reports
News from SPECIAL REPORT by the Editor (12 February 2007)
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