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Sunday 29 April
to Saturday 5 May 2007

Wireline/wireless intrinsically safe market trends

General wisdom about intrinsically safe devices says that the biggest market for this type of hazardous area protection is in Europe: but the largest market for wireless IS devices is in the Americas!

News from Venture Development Corp ( 4 May 2007)

Training FPSO operators on standard procedures

Michael Bolton of TSC Simulation will discuss how to use simulation technology to train operators on correct facility use, safety and emergency shutdown procedures at a forthcoming IQPC Conference

News from TSC Simulation ( 4 May 2007)

Process milliamp clamp-on meter, for 4-20mA loops

The new Fluke Process Clamp Meter increases productivity by eliminating need to break a transmitter current loop: convenient for testing and troubleshooting of analogue I/O on PLC and control systems  Brochure Available 

News from Fluke (UK) ( 4 May 2007)

High performance metal seals for demanding duties

Metal sealing products available from Moontown can solve problems for the most demanding applications where the use of conventional elastomeric and PTFE products might be excluded

News from Moontown ( 4 May 2007)

SKF sponsored Gotheborg lll sails into London

 User Application Article  One of the world's largest fully rigged sailing ships, the Swedish built Gotheborg III, is to sail into the port of London, after a two year voyage, assisted by SKF condition monitoring!  Brochure Available 

News from SKF UK ( 4 May 2007)

SPX Process Equipment to attend Total Solutions

SPX Process Equipment has announced its participation in this year's Total Processing and Packaging Show at the NEC, in Birmingham

News from SPX Process Equipment ( 4 May 2007)

On-line viscometer optimises polyol production

 User Application Article  Intrinsically safe on-line viscosity measurement systems from Hydramotion are playing a key role in controlling the production of polyols, by monitoring the size of the polymer molecules  Brochure Available 

News from Hydramotion ( 4 May 2007)

RS introduces 'Power Supply Technology Solutions'

Over 700 new power supply products including 6 new suppliers and 4 new technology categories are now available on-line, in the RS 'Power Supply Solutions' offer

News from RS Components UK ( 4 May 2007)

Pusnes mooring equipment for Gjoa platform

Aker Kvaerner has been awarded a contract for delivery of mooring winches and fairleads for the Statoil Gjoa semisubmersible platform in the North Sea

News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas ( 4 May 2007)

Invensys to automate new LNG terminal in Louisiana

Invensys Process Systems has won an LNG terminal automation contract from Aker Kvaerner that includes Foxboro DCS, Triconex safety and fire and gas systems, and Foxboro instrumentation and services

News from Invensys Process Systems ( 4 May 2007)

Air disinfection UV systems with long life lamps

American Air and Water announces that ACP UV air cleaners have been replaced by the improved DC (Duct Cleaners) in-duct UV air disinfection systems

News from American Air and Water ( 4 May 2007)

Tina Lockhart is new Director of Engineering

Effective immediately, Tina Lockhart is promoted to Director of Engineering at Moore Industries International, after 14 months as Product Development Manager

News from Moore Industries International ( 4 May 2007)

Tube specialist announces new UK investment

Specialist tube and pipe distributor Van Leeuwen Wheeler has announced plans for a major expansion at its Middlesbrough warehouse, to match the capacity increase to their recent growth in sales

News from Van Leeuwen Wheeler ( 4 May 2007)

New heavy duty vehicle transmission filter

The Racor Filter Division of Parker Hannifin has launched a high performance transmission filtration product specifically designed for heavy duty and fixed bed commercial vehicles.  Brochure Available 

News from Parker Hannifin - Filtration Division ( 4 May 2007)

FF is delighted with events at Interkama 2007

The Fieldbus Foundation has announced its delight with the success of its booth at the Interkama 2007 International Trade Fair, held April 16-20 in Hannover, Germany

News from Fieldbus Foundation ( 4 May 2007)

SyncroSpeed system cuts power for moulding by 50%

A unique partnership between energy management specialists NRG and Parker SSD will help injection moulding companies cut the power consumption of moulding machines by more than half  Brochure Available 

News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation ( 4 May 2007)

How to suppress fires quickly, cleanly and safely

The Ardent Sapphire clean agent system employs the revolutionary 3M Novec 1230 fire protection fluid: it quickly and efficiently suppresses fires and is uniquely environmentally friendly

News from Ardent Fire Protection ( 4 May 2007)

New warehouse established in Guangzhou

Anderol, a leading worldwide manufacturer of specialty synthetic lubricants, has announced the official opening of a new warehouse in Guangzhou, PR China

News from Anderol ( 4 May 2007)

The world's most reliable inverter

Omron-Yaskawa presents the V1000 compact inverter series - with the claim that it is the world's most dependable inverter, representing the pinnacle of their highly successful inverter family

News from Omron Electronics ( 4 May 2007)

GE 'World Water Tour' starts off in Las Vegas

The first stop of the GE World Water Tour welcomed Michael Deane of the US EPA, and Kay Brothers, of the Southern Nevada Water Authority, as keynote speakers to discuss water challenges and solutions

News from GE Water & Process Technologies ( 4 May 2007)

High line pressure DP transducer for gas or liquid

For accurate measurement at high line pressures, the HLZ wet/wet differential pressure transducer measures liquid or gas in flow, general process and laboratory testing applications  Brochure Available 

News from RDP Electronics ( 4 May 2007)

Expansion to new premises at Applied Pumps

Applied Pumps are pleased to announce their expansion to new premises in Chesterfield, giving further space for stock and engineering of pump and filter systems

News from Applied Pumps ( 4 May 2007)

Ion exchange resin supply and regeneration

The Elga Process Water regeneration station has now processed more than a million litres of ion exchange resin for their cylinder exchange service in the three years since it was completed

News from Elga Process Water ( 4 May 2007)

Gast range of regenerative blowers now available

The Gast Group range of oil-less regenerative blowers for high-volume vacuum compressed air applications is available with both motor-mounted and separate drive models

News from Gast Group ( 4 May 2007)

Process Colorimeter for Chemical Oxygen Demand

After the successful launch of the new ADI 2019D Process Colorimeter from Applikon Analytical comes the first 'off the shelf' version for Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)  Brochure Available 

News from Applikon Analytical ( 4 May 2007)

Metrology readout system for gauging probes

The SI 7500 Digital Readout uniquely interfaces with the Solartron gauging probes using the proprietary Orbit digital network, without the need for an RS232 adaptor

News from Solartron Metrology ( 3 May 2007)

Arizona adopts UV disinfection for golf and homes

 User Application Article  UV treated wastewater is irrigating the two golf courses of the Arizona "Family Friendly Town", Anthem, and UV also plays a part behind the scenes in the drinking water supply system

News from Aquionics Inc ( 3 May 2007)

Vibratory screener with batch hopper feed control

A new Kason 3-in-1 system combines a Vibroscreen vibratory screener, a batch hopper, and an integral feed control device that regulates the flow of material into the screener

News from Kason Corporation Europe ( 3 May 2007)

New conveyor system horizons from EWAB UK

EWAB Engineering has numerous solutions and several types of conveyor systems to suit a vast range of industrial, automotive, aerospace, food cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications

News from EWAB Engineering ( 3 May 2007)

New low profile PiezoStar accelerometer has TEDS

The new low profile accelerometers from Kistler have been developed for use in harsh, dirty or wet environments where space is at a premium but high temperature stability is essential

News from Kistler Instruments ( 3 May 2007)

ProcessApex improves processes and operations

ExperTune announces ProcessApex, providing real-time advice for process unit operations, based on the expert advice of Greg Shinskey and others

News from ExperTune ( 3 May 2007)

Caleb Brett acquires Genalysis Lab Sevices

Intertek Group, a leading international provider of quality and safety services to a wide range of industries, announces that its Caleb Brett division has acquired Genalysis Laboratory Services Pty

News from Intertek Caleb Brett ( 3 May 2007)

Have the bananas been cool throughout the journey?

The LogTag range of data loggers are 'Tell Tale Tags' - the best way to personally monitor the quality of your product continuously, throughout its transportation  Brochure Available 

News from Isatec ( 3 May 2007)

Diesel loco data loggers and control by wireless

New remote radio control systems enable data trending of key engine and safety parameters on Corus Teesside locomotives use 'ECLO' systems from Hima-Sella, with a data logging/monitoring system  Brochure Available 

News from Corus Northern Engineering Services ( 3 May 2007)

Video measuring machine for Stanley knives

 User Application Article  OGP video technology gives enhanced edge detection and auto-focus algorithms to ensure that part characteristics and dimensional integrity are measured to micron-level accuracies for Stanley Tools

News from OGP UK ( 3 May 2007)

Sandretto helps Merit Plastics to the cutting edge

Trade injection moulder Merit Plastics is making the most of its new high performance Sandretto 320 tonne locking force injection moulding machine

News from Sandretto UK ( 3 May 2007)

Ethernet Direct Australia exhibits in CEBIT

Ethernet Direct is exhibiting a complete range of Industrial Ethernet products in CEBIT Australia from May 1-3, 2007 at Darling Harbour in Sydney

News from Ethernet Direct ( 3 May 2007)

Zwick in diesel engine component testing

 User Application Article  static and dynamic testing machines upgraded by Zwick are now used by MTU Friedrichshafen for all materials and component testing, to further develop their diesel engine components  Brochure Available 

News from Zwick Roell ( 3 May 2007)

SkyWave and Aztech simplify text messaging

Critical remote control and monitoring applications will be strengthened by the simplification of text messaging over satellite and GPRS offered by SkyWave and Aztech

News from SkyWave Mobile Communications ( 3 May 2007)

HardwarePT to run 'Solution Days' around UK

HardwarePT, a Pantek Group company, will run a number of "Hardware Solution Days" at various UK locations, explaining how their expertise helped them resolve important issues

News from HardwarePT ( 3 May 2007)

IP-68 rated industrial wireless AP/Bridge

Ethernet Direct Corporation announces its new product solution, the Falcon Industrial Wireless Products FWI and FWO series, providing high data rate transmission for an outdoor environment

News from Ethernet Direct ( 3 May 2007)

Widest carbon textile cloth available

Mast Carbon Advanced Products, the specialist developer of activated carbon textiles, has increased the width of its standard activated carbon cloth to 1.4metres

News from Mast Carbon Advanced Products ( 3 May 2007)

History TV channel "marvels" at welding

The History Channel has turned its sights to welding - its history, its processes and its impact on today's world, and is to air one-hour episode on welding

News from American Welding Society ( 3 May 2007)

Turbidity - in search of true values

 Technical Background Article  John Kupczak of Siemens outlines the calibration and service problems on turbidity meters, and offers the AquaScat, which uses a contactless free-falling water stream to eliminate window fouling

News from Siemens Automation and Drives ( 3 May 2007)

Zigbee connects to Telecom market

The ZigBee Alliance, a global ecosystem of companies creating wireless solutions has announced its expansion into the telecom market

News from ZigBee Alliance ( 3 May 2007)

FREE access to 'Power Quality' knowledge on DVD

3 free steps to Power Quality knowledge for electricians involved in troubleshooting power quality, often the root cause of potentially costly problems in industrial electrical installations  Brochure Available 

News from Fluke (UK) ( 3 May 2007)

Reducing wear and corrosion without solvents

Water-miscible bonded coatings combine economical wear protection and high component performance with eco-friendliness, allowing the use of dry lubricants without the use of the previous solvent bonds  Brochure Available 

News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 3 May 2007)

National Instruments revenue figures up 51% YOY

National Instruments has reported quarterly revenue in the first quarter of US172 million, up 11 percent from Q1 2006, with earnings per share of 23cents and net income of US19 million, 51% up on 2006  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments ( 3 May 2007)

EU pulp and paper market for control systems

The European automation and control solutions market in the pulp and paper sector is nearing saturation, according to a recent report on sale from Frost and Sullivan

News from Frost and Sullivan ( 3 May 2007)

Drying on a grand scale using compressed air

Beko compressed air drying systems, even on a larger than life scale, provide a decisive factor for many customers for process and operational reliability in production  Brochure Available 

News from Beko Technologies ( 3 May 2007)

50% off all accelerometers purchased with VI-sage

Monitran has launched VI-sage, a hardware and web-based solution that enables companies to monitor remotely the vibration data as part of their asset management and predictive maintenance routines

News from Monitran ( 3 May 2007)

Catalogue and website fully updated

BEKA associates have published a new catalogue with fully updated datasheets for their extensive range of hazardous and safe area display products  Brochure Available 

News from Beka associates ( 3 May 2007)

The 'Adhesives and Sealants Bulletin' from Rapra

Rapra Technology, a subsidiary of the US-based independent testing, consulting and contract research organisation, the Smithers Group, introduces the Adhesives and Sealants Bulletin

News from Smithers Rapra ( 3 May 2007)

Quality braid reinforced PVC hose in stock

NewAge Industries announces that its Nylobrade brand of flexible, braid reinforced PVC hose is now stocked in twelve sizes, with three reinforcement options - thin wall, standard, and high pressure

News from NewAge Industries ( 3 May 2007)

Foxboro pH sensors help pharmaceutical yield

 User Application Article  Invensys customer Gilead Alberta has received an award for improving pharmaceutical batch processing efficiency while substantially reducing costs, using the advanced-technology Foxboro pH sensors

News from Invensys Foxboro ( 3 May 2007)

New range of heat and energy meters

Flownetix announces the launch of a range of energy meters based on their range of 300series Consumer Water Meters, using their low power flow instrumentation with dual temperature sensors

News from Flownetix ( 3 May 2007)

Global conference surpasses expectations

The WonderWorld 2006 user conferences have exceeded expectations - with over 600 participating companies from Europe alone, out of the 2300 delegate total, and most rated the event highly

News from Invensys Wonderware ( 3 May 2007)

A new process automation learning/training system

Designed to facilitate hands-on automation training for personnel working in the process sector, the MPS PA process automation learning system accurately replicates real-life industrial environments  Brochure Available 

News from Festo ( 3 May 2007)

Operator training simulators for GlaxoSmithKline

TSC have produced six computer based training units for GlaxoSmithKline, a leading research based pharmaceutical firm, to be used for their own in-house operator training and assessment

News from TSC Simulation ( 3 May 2007)

Etherma Skandinavia is new Extech distributor

Extech Instruments announces its appointment of Finnish distributor, Etherma Skandinavia Oy, to market the Extech range of test and measurement products in Finland and across Scandinavia

News from Extech Instruments ( 3 May 2007)

BatchMaster ERP for nutraceuticals formulation

 User Application Article  In nutraceuticals formulation, BatchMaster Process ERP provides an integrated view of the product nutritional values, quality requirements, regulatory compliance obligations and cost management

News from BatchMaster Software ( 3 May 2007)

Parker launches ISO pneumatic valves platform

Parker Hannifin has launched a new platform for its ISO standard pneumatic valves, developed to enable customers to source high quality products quickly and easily across a wide range of applications  Brochure Available 

News from Parker Hannifin ( 3 May 2007)

'REACH made simple' opens for business

ReFaC - the new REACH Facilitation Company for Europe's chemical supply chain - aims to provide a comprehensive and cost-efficient REACH compliance service for small and medium-sized enterprises

News from Refac ( 3 May 2007)

Website helps wireless sensor network selection

The recently launched Adaptive Wireless Solutions website provides a comprehensive source of information on the background technology of wireless sensor networks and applications

News from Adaptive Wireless Solutions ( 3 May 2007)

Increasing cheese production in County Tyrone

 User Application Article  A co-operative of 2,500 farmers in County Tyrone has chosen to invest GBP3 million in CPS cheese making equipment and process plant, including Wincanton cheese towers, as part of a growth programme

News from CPS: Tetra Pak Cheese and Powder Systems ( 3 May 2007)

A new web resource for energy professionals

Official sponsors of The Energy Event 07, British Energy Power and Energy Trading is launching a new web resource to start an informed debate on key energy issues leading up to The Energy Event 07

News from Energy Event ( 3 May 2007)

Smallest gauging probe family on the market

These newly launched the DZ Series probes of 23.5mm and 27.5mm give 1mm and 2mm measuring range respectively - a degree of compactness not achieved by the competitors!

News from Solartron Metrology ( 2 May 2007)

Vibration to detect early failure of bearings

 Technical Background Article  A discussion of the vibrations from rolling bearings - caused by contamination, poor lubrication, misalignment, temperature extremes, poor fitting, unbalance and misalignment - and their analysis  Brochure Available 

News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 2 May 2007)

Flood Risk Management PPS25 seminar

Four regional seminars to be held in June 2007 will attempt to provide practical information on Planning Policy Statement 25 to developers, planners and others with an interest in flood risk

News from WRc ( 2 May 2007)

Simple, low cost way to monitor product transport

A bump, a drop, a bang or a crash might not leave a mark on any package, but it will leave damage, no matter how small, that might later prove to be dangerous or costly, maybe both

News from Environmental Equipments ( 2 May 2007)

Ecospun high-quality polyester fibre

Foss Manufacturing introduces Ecospun, a 100 percent recycled polyester fibre can be enhanced with antimicrobial fibre to create the ultimate "green" fabric

News from Foss Manufacturing ( 2 May 2007)

New JV in European bio-fuels market

Praj Industries and Aker Kvaerner, announce a significant step in the expansion of their association, confirming a new joint venture in the European bio-fuels market

News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas ( 2 May 2007)

Paul Kincell appointed as Sales Manager

DavyMarkham has appointed a new Sales Manager to develop business opportunities for its world-class services, in traditional and emerging industry sectors around the globe

News from DavyMarkham ( 2 May 2007)

Video processing modules for thermal imaging

Cedip Infrared Systems has announced the Carthage series of advanced video processing modules for researchers and integrators looking to develop and build their own thermal imaging systems  Brochure Available 

News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 2 May 2007)

Automating documentation for validation processes

Invensys and Centric Software announce a joint validation management application for the Life Sciences sector making it easier to verify, validate and manage regulated processes

News from Invensys Process Systems ( 2 May 2007)

SIRA CASS certification benefits Hima-Sella

 User Application Article  Hima-Sella Marketing Manager, Janet Smith, looks back at how CASS certification has brought many benefits to the Hima-Sella safety systems business

News from Sira ( 2 May 2007)

Horus uses adaptive speckle image interferometry!

The Horus spectroscopy technique offers a new insight into film formation in all kinds of dispersed systems, in water-borne and solvent-borne systems of all types

News from Fullbrook Systems ( 2 May 2007)

Viscosity control prevents sticky problems

 User Application Article  Many commercial printers are applying water based re-moist adhesives as part of their printing process: Brookfield Viscosel units control and maintain the adhesive mix by monitoring viscosity

News from Fullbrook Systems ( 2 May 2007)

FCX Performance names Kevin Mahan as President

In his new role as Ptresident, Kevin Mahan will provide strategic direction and leadership to the FCX sales, marketing and development organization

News from FCX Performance ( 2 May 2007)

MultiPix Imaging seminar event in Northampton

Multipix are repeating their successful 1/2 day 'Passport to Vision seminar' event again on the 26th June at the Northampton Marriott Hotel, to discuss machine vision applications  Brochure Available 

News from Multipix Imaging ( 2 May 2007)

A 'Window On The World' for infrared sensors

Infrared sensor windows are sometimes needed, to protect the sensor from harsh process or environmental conditions: the windows available are reviewed by Geoff Chapman, of Calex Electronics

News from Calex Electronics ( 2 May 2007)

New sales appointments at Schoeller Arca Systems

Plastic packaging leader Schoeller Arca Systems has announced the appointment of James Astley and Ozgen Oznurlu to Sales and Marketing posts

News from Schoeller Arca Systems ( 2 May 2007)

Volac choose Axium Process for membrane filtration

 User Application Article  Volac International recently commissioned stainless steel specialists Axium Process, to build an Ultrafiltration membrane system for the production of cheese whey protein concentrate

News from Axium Process ( 2 May 2007)

HiperTOC chosen for TOC analysis of water samples

The Thermo Fisher Scientific HiperTOC Analyser has been chosen as the standard for environmental Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analysis by a leading Canadian analytical laboratory  Brochure Available 

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) ( 2 May 2007)

Tanker terminal petrol vapour recovery monitoring

 User Application Article  Rosemount Analytical X-Stream analysers are to monitor the effectiveness of vapour recovery units at petroleum tanker loading terminals, and ensure that no hydrocarbon gases are emitted to atmosphere  Brochure Available 

News from Emerson Process Management ( 2 May 2007)

Flownetix announces new remote valve product

Flownetix announces the 300 valve, an intelligent remotely controlled, low power valve for use in remote disconnection systems and pre-payment solutions for water utilities, or leakage isolation

News from Flownetix ( 2 May 2007)

Festo automation products for the water industry

Festo has chosen IWEX 2007 to announce a major automation initiative for the UK water industry, launching a portfolio of products developed to reduce operating costs and improve reliability  Brochure Available 

News from Festo ( 2 May 2007)

New on-line analyser for cement manufacturers

Thermo Fisher Scientific introduces a new online analyser for cement manufacturers: the CB Omni system provides minute-by-minute composition analysis of raw materials in cement manufacturing

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific ( 2 May 2007)

Long stroke linear displacement measurement

With the addition of the GEMCO Series Linear Displacement transducers to the product range, Solartron Metrology can now offer a full catalogue of long stroke, high accuracy measurement solutions

News from Solartron Metrology ( 1 May 2007)

Collaboration with Rahu Catalytics

The collaboration is aimed at screening Rahu catalyst systems in oxidation and peroxidation reaction chemistry development

News from Avantium Technologies ( 1 May 2007)

Omega NorthFace ScoreBoard award

Thermo Fisher Scientific Process Systems business received the Omega NorthFace ScoreBoard Award for excellence in field service customer satisfaction, the third consecutive win

News from Thermo Fisher Scientific ( 1 May 2007)

Brenntag Oil and Gas now FPAL registered

Brenntag Oil and Gas, one of the largest chemical distributors worldwide and a provider of innovative pipeline cleaning solutions, has been officially registered as a supplier on the FPAL database

News from Brenntag Nederland ( 1 May 2007)

Combined motion control and servo amplifier

Agile Systems, an international manufacturer of high performance motor drive and motion control systems, has introduced its next generation single axis microMAX controller

News from Agile Systems ( 1 May 2007)

New valves dispense micro-dots in all viscosities

After co-operation with I and J Fisnar, Intertronics announce a new range of dispensing valves: a diaphragm valve, a plunger pump for positive displacement dispensing and a precision screw unit

News from Intertronics ( 1 May 2007)

BASF IT Services appoints new MD

Dr Ralf Sonnberger, Senior Vice President Global Supply Chain Management of BASF Aktiengesellschaft, will be the new Managing Director of BASF IT Services, effective from 1st May 2007

News from BASF IT Services ( 1 May 2007)

Quantachrome to Exhibit at 20thNAM in Houston

Quantachrome Instruments will be exhibiting their top-of-the-line catalyst characterisation equipment at the 2007 Meeting of the North American Catalysis Society, or "NAM" as it has come to be known

News from Quantachrome Instruments ( 1 May 2007)

Guidelines for better alarm management

EEMUA, the Engineering Equipment and Materials Users' Association, is launching the new second edition of EEMUA 191 "Alarm Systems: A Guide to Design, Management and Procurement" on 21 June

News from Engineering Equipment and Materials Users (EEMUA) ( 1 May 2007)

Donaldson success at Powtech 2007

Donaldson Membranes celebrated its success at delivering first-class filtration media to worldwide customers with a special cocktail reception at Powtech 2007

News from Donaldson Membranes ( 1 May 2007)

Atlas Copco blower range on show at IWEX

On the Atlas Copco stand, R20 at IWEX, three compression technology choices will be on display specifically for the WWT market - including the latest introduction, a new dry rotary screw compressor

News from Atlas Copco Compressors ( 1 May 2007)

Niro puts Swirl Fluidiser into their Test Centre

Niro in Copenhagen has installed a Swirl Fluidiser in its process and product test centre, for customer evaluation trials and test batch production

News from Niro A/S ( 1 May 2007)

Beko Instruments established in Germany

On February 26th 2007, Beko Instrument, Neuss, Germany was founded: activity is to develop, manufacture and distribute measuring instruments for compressed air and compressed gases  Brochure Available 

News from Beko Technologies ( 1 May 2007)

New developments with Deltapilot level transmitter

The new Endress+Hauser Deltapilot S FMB70 hydrostatic level transmitter now boasts improved housing design for easy cleaning, development in accordance with SIL2 and extensive diagnostic functions  Brochure Available 

News from Endress + Hauser ( 1 May 2007)

Deep drawing lubrication oil for food containers

When making food packages out of aluminium foil by means of rolling and deep-drawing, the lubricant plays a major role: but this must be removed so that it does not contaminate the food  Brochure Available 

News from Kluber Lubrication GB ( 1 May 2007)

Ozone monitor improves drinking water quality

 User Application Article  Bristol Water has chosen the innovative Analytical Technology Q45H/64 Dissolved Ozone Analyser for the on-line monitoring and control of ozone levels in drinking water  Brochure Available 

News from Analytical Technology ( 1 May 2007)

Aker Kvaerner subsea tie-in system in Brazil

Subsea 7 has awarded Aker Kvaerner a key tie-in system project in Brazil, to be deployed in the ESS-164 / Camarupim Field, Espirito Santo basin, as part of the Petrobras Plangas programme

News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas ( 1 May 2007)

New work practices get equality backing

The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has signed the Work Wise UK concordat supporting the adoption of new smarter working across the UK

News from Work Wise UK ( 1 May 2007)

Dimensional measurement and data acquisition

As the first of a new family of instruments, Solartron Metrology announces the launch of the SI3500 digital, metrology transducer interface and post processing controller

News from Solartron Metrology (30 April 2007)

Water purification for Iggesund Paperboard

 User Application Article  A Hydro International DynaSand filtration plant is used by Iggesund Paperboard to provide large volumes of high quality water - using a small footprint plant, that requires minimal supervision

News from Hydro International (30 April 2007)

Camcon founder wins at the Cambridge100 Awards

Camcon Technology, the UK developer of the digital valve, has announced that the company's founder and managing director, Wladyslaw Wygnanski, has won the Cambridge100 Innovation Award

News from Camcon Technology (30 April 2007)

Flomerics Announces EFD for Education Initiative

The Flomerics Group has announced it is to provide its popular Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD) simulation software to universities and colleges around the world for teaching and research purposes  Brochure Available 

News from Flomerics (30 April 2007)

SS motors for optimum solutions in washdown areas

Super-efficient, stainless AC motors from Baldor now offer optimum solutions for washdown and corrosive manufacturing environments, withstanding aggressive food and pharmaceutical processing regimes  Brochure Available 

News from Baldor UK (30 April 2007)

Pharma capsules with on-line viscosity control

 User Application Article  Today's modern hardshell capsule manufacturing processes are high-speed operations requiring consistent and reliable viscosity measurement and control to assure proper capsule thickness and quality

News from Fullbrook Systems (30 April 2007)

IWEX releases reduced tickets to Water Conference

On 1 May IWEX hosts, together with the EIC, a Conference on Sustainable Water Management at the NEC, Birmingham: discounted tickets are now available for last minute participants

News from Faversham House Exhibitions (30 April 2007)

'Neptune' bench-top unit produces ultrapure water

Purite has launched the latest unit from the Select Neptune range, to provide ultra-pure water for use in applications such as ion chromatography and atomic absorption spectroscopy processes

News from Purite (30 April 2007)

Modular stainless steel down flow booths

Flextraction, specialists in capturing at source all forms of airborne contamination, offers a new range of modular, stainless steel Downflow Booths operating on a re-circulating airflow principle

News from Flextraction (30 April 2007)

Batter production improved with viscosity sensors

 User Application Article  By using the Brookfield AST-100 viscosity sensor in batter production, capacity can be increased and tolerance on batter pick tightened considerably

News from Fullbrook Systems (30 April 2007)

Krohne level meters chosen by BOC Edwards

 User Application Article  BOC Edwards, a world leading manufacturer of vacuum equipment, have chosen to use the Krohne Optiflex TDR level radar meter in their dry vacuum pumps used in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries

News from Krohne (30 April 2007)

Fluorescence-sensing sorter detects chlorophyll

 User Application Article  The FluoRaptor fluorescence-sensing laser sorter uses levels of chlorophyll as well as colour, size, and shape to maximise the detection and removal of defects and extraneous vegetable matter

News from Key Technology (30 April 2007)

MVTec expands marketing activities in France

From May 2007, the distribution of MVTec machine vision software products in France will additionally be performed by Photon Lines SAS

News from MVTec Software (30 April 2007)

Ceram helps halt the slip-ups

Ceram carries out both laboratory based and on-site slip resistance testing, and is a recognised independent authority in the field of floor tiles and paver performance evaluation

News from Ceram (30 April 2007)

Remote telemetry for all seasons and applications

MetaSphere offers a comprehensive range of remote telemetry units (RTUs) for utility companies and organisations with geographically dispersed assets

News from MetaSphere (30 April 2007)

Is it an actuator or is it a positioner?

The 402/403XE series of 'economy' positioners combine a rugged steel body construction with an integrated precision ball screw and bearing guide producing a highly accurate, cost effective device

News from Micromech (30 April 2007)

A new generation of shock and vibration monitor

Lamerholm Electronics announces the launch of the new RD398 ShockLog Recorder, designed for advanced research into environmental events that occur while transporting fragile and sensitive goods  Brochure Available 

News from Lamerholm Electronics (30 April 2007)

Enhancing your business using the CASS Scheme

By using a transparent and commercial approach to the IEC 61508 certification process, suppliers of safety-related products and systems can gain some significant benefits in the market place

News from Sira (30 April 2007)

SP Connect links Sade SP weight sorters to a PC

CI Electronics has introduced SP Connect, a new software package for use with their Sade SP range of tablet and capsule weight sorters

News from CI Electronics (30 April 2007)

Dosatron International joins Hamilton Sundstrand

The Hamilton Sundstrand industrial metering and mixing company Milton Roy has acquired Dosatron International of France  Brochure Available 

News from Milton Roy Europe (30 April 2007)

Profibus and Profinet 'hands-on' and discussions

Practical hands-on discussions and training is a major part of the Profibus User Group meeting scheduled for 26/27 June this year

News from Profibus Group (30 April 2007)

Shanghai Trico for supplies of barium chloride!

Shanghai Trico is a leading Chinese supplier of barium chloride for all industrial applications, whether caustic soda electrolysis, metal heat treatment, pigments, ceramics, medicine, insecticide, etc

News from Editorial Articles: Miscellaneous submissions (30 April 2007)

A simple, low cost method of vibration monitoring

Vibration can be very damaging, especially over a long period, and changes in vibration level can often be the first indication that something is about to break down

News from Environmental Equipments (30 April 2007)

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