News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 20 May
to Saturday 26 May 2007
Far more to S-elect from Schneider Electric
Dozens of new products are featured for the first time in the fifth edition of the S-elect catalogue from Schneider Electric, specifically chosen to meet the everyday needs of electrical contractors
News from Schneider Electric (25 May 2007)
Sandretto brings energy savings to UK moulders
Sandretto UK present the Power Saver, bringing energy and money saving technology to UK injection moulding machine users, at the Plastics Innovations Exhibition in Coventry
News from Sandretto UK (25 May 2007)
More Cedip IR Thermography in fusion research
User Application Article Cedip will supply a further advanced IR thermography system for monitoring components inside the EFDA Tokamak Fusion reactor at the Joint European Torus research group based in Abingdon, UK Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (25 May 2007)
Sabic Chairman opens two new offices in China
His Highness Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Thenayan Al-Saud, Chairman of Sabic (Saudi Basic Industries Corporation), has officially opened two new offices for Sabic in China; in Beijing and Shenzhen
News from SABIC (25 May 2007)
A new dimension in contactless sensing
After the introduction of a new Rotary Position Sensor in 2005, Melexis has now introduced a new triaxial product targeted at 3D position sensor applications, to challenge Hall effect devices
News from Melexis (25 May 2007)
Solid performance monitoring concrete flows
User Application Article Optiflux electromagnetic meters are now the standard equipment supplied for specialist grout injection pumping systems manufactured by Colcrete Eurodrill, because of proven reliability and accuracy
News from Krohne (25 May 2007)
More investment from AxFlow in Scotland
AxFlow has announced the appointment of Ian Payne as Sales Manager for Scotland, in parallel with the additional resources currently being committed to the AxFlow Aberdeen base
News from AxFlow (25 May 2007)
New global portal website for Omron automation
The new global portal website for the Omron industrial automation business has been designed to ensure that all customers receive consistent information, wherever their operations are based Brochure Available
News from Omron Electronics (25 May 2007)
Updated O-Ring calculator from Trelleborg
Technical Background Article Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has made available a free programme to provide an easy method of calculating O-Ring specifications and housing designs.
News from Trelleborg Sealing Solutions (25 May 2007)
A new hand-held broadband RF field meter
Now available from RF and microwave specialist, Link Microtek, is a new hand-held broadband meter designed for measuring electromagnetic fields in the vicinity of transmitters and industrial equipment
News from Link Microtek (25 May 2007)
Toshiba toner production aided by Malvern Insitec
User Application Article Information from the Toshiba plant in Dieppe highlights the value of on-line particle size measurement in toner production, and details the Toshiba experience with a Malvern Insitec analyser Brochure Available
News from Malvern Instruments (25 May 2007)
'Interlock' helps prevent drink driving at work
The Interlock is a device fitted as an integral part of a vehicle ignition system, and is designed to stop any fleet vehicle being started if the driver is monitored as over the alcohol limit
News from Grendonstar (25 May 2007)
Partial stroke testing of ESD valves
In many process plants, a shut-off valve in a safety loop is the preferred device that enables operators to shut down process lines in the event of an emergency, referred to as ESD
News from Samson Controls (25 May 2007)
A quiet rack cooling solution for use in offices
Rittal have introduced a new low noise TopTherm Plus rack air-conditioning unit ideal for office environments Brochure Available
News from Rittal (25 May 2007)
Combined mould pressure and temperature sensor
The new Type 6189A sensor from Kistler for monitoring both mould cavity pressure and part surface temperature is the smallest in the world, with a front diameter of only 2.5mm
News from Kistler Instruments (25 May 2007)
Bearings for pharmaceutical vending machines
User Application Article Bearings for a new pharmacy dispensing machine had some tough design criteria to meet, to enable production of the fastest, most productive and accurate retail robotic dispensing system in the World
News from Micromech (25 May 2007)
UK chemical distribution safety record for 2006
A new report from the Chemical Business Association (CBA) report reveals a 'mixed' picture of the chemical distribution industry safety, health and environmental performance in 2006
News from Chemical Business Association (25 May 2007)
AirLINE for Ex Zone 1/21 in pharma and chemicals
AirLINE Ex Type 8650 is the first modular electro-pneumatic automation system that automates complex process and production sequences in places where there is an explosion hazard (Zone 1/21) Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (24 May 2007)
Optimising process chemistry experiments
For laboratories looking to perform medicinal and process scale-up, scale-down or optimisation experiments, Radleys has introduced an improved version of its Lara reactor control software
News from Radleys (24 May 2007)
Proficy Process Systems product launch
GE Fanuc Automation has confirmed that it is on target to release its Proficy Process Systems product for hybrid and continuous Process Control in early July 2007 Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (24 May 2007)
Twin-flow hydraulic pumps for mobile applications
Parker Hannifin, the world's largest manufacturer of motion and control technologies, has launched the latest addition to its F2 range of twin-flow hydraulic pumps for heavy duty mobile applications Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (24 May 2007)
New split seal design eases maintenance
Flowserve announces the release of the PSS III, its next-generation single OD pressurised split seal, adding new design features to improve performance, reliability and ease of installation and repair
News from Flowserve (24 May 2007)
Testing the strength of cardboard whisky boxes
User Application Article The Diageo Brand Technical Centre in Menstrie, Clackmannanshire, Scotland has purchased a Lloyd Instruments system to test the strength of whisky, gin, brandy and other bottle presentation boxes
News from Lloyd Instruments (24 May 2007)
Monitoring biomass fuel burn with special sensors
User Application Article Special 6 metre long AMK thermocouple sensors have been produced by FP Temperature Sensors, part of Ametek, for use in the production of "green" electricity and heat by burning biomass
News from Ametek Calibration Instruments (24 May 2007)
Spectra Displays announce WEEE Compliance
Spectra Displays, a leader in electronic displays and display systems, announce WEEE Directive Compliance: they will treat LED display modules as being within the scope of the legislation
News from Spectra Displays (24 May 2007)
New e-learning course on gas monitors
This course on hazardous gas monitoring is suitable for engineers and technicians working in diverse industries like chemical, oil and gas, petroleum, gas processing, wastewater and power generation
News from Abhisam Software (24 May 2007)
Try out a SEM microscope for a day!
Lambda Advanced Technology is offering organizations in the UK the use of a Hitachi TM-1000 scanning electron microscope for a day - at no charge!
News from Lambda Advanced Technology (24 May 2007)
Tank cleaning business has new owners
Sentry Equipment, the leading worldwide supplier of sampling components and systems for over 80 years, announces the sale of its tank cleaner product line to Tanker Wash Systems of Sandwich, Illinois
News from Sentry Equipment Corp (24 May 2007)
Extra production facilities for water soluble film
MonoSol has finalised the purchase of a 15-acre industrial green field site in La Porte, Indiana, for new high-tech film production lines and pilot-testing laboratories
News from MonoSol (24 May 2007)
Hermetically sealed packaging for pharmaceuticals
User Application Article A specialty pharmaceutical company making healthcare and dermatological products has adopted the Sigpack Systems state of the art packaging machinery to meet rising production demands
News from Sigpack Systems (24 May 2007)
Measurement and modelling in multiphase systems
Technical Background Article new measurement techniques and CFD modelling methods are being developed for complex flows in highly turbulent, highly gassed flows such as those found in multiphase, stirred tank chemical reactors
News from BHR Group (24 May 2007)
Aspectrics EP-NIR Analyser for QA on biofuels
User Application Article The new Aspectrics MultiComponent 2750 EP-NIR analyser is now able to perform reliable and accurate quality assurance measurements of biofuels
News from Aspectrics (24 May 2007)
RWM 07 conference talking climate change
The industry will be "talking climate change" when the un-missable Recycling and Waste Management (RWM) exhibition returns this September
News from RWM Recycling Waste Management Exhibition (24 May 2007)
Huge growth forecast for Scottish wind industry
The world wind market offers huge opportunities to Scottish companies with total global revenue over the next five years estimated at GBP35billion and continued growth forecast until at least 2025
News from Scottish Enterprise (24 May 2007)
Chemical Engineering courses need less chem-eng?
Technical Background Article Chemical engineering degree programmes need to be restructured if graduates are to meet the requirements of employers, suggests new research published by IChemE
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (24 May 2007)
It's still a woman's world....
Women once again will be given advice on how to stand tall and make their presence known in the 'predominantly male' profession of engineering this week, in a seminar at the University of Bradford
News from University of Bradford (24 May 2007)
AxFlow gives service and maintenance top billing
The issue of equipment lifetime operating and downtime costs has never been higher within the processing industries, so AxFlow has created some maintenance and technical training courses
News from AxFlow (24 May 2007)
Growth tool for carbon nanotube fabrication
Surrey NanoSystems is making its commercial debut at Nanotech 2007, offering what it believes is the most versatile growth tool for carbon nanotube fabrication ever produced
News from Surrey NanoSystems (24 May 2007)
Weighing controller gets MID certificate
The SpeedAC NXT weighing controller is an advanced controller that provides operator control of precision bag filling across the Chronos Richardson bagging weigher portfolio
News from Chronos Richardson (24 May 2007)
Review of MCERTS 2007: All records broken!
MCERTS at the Bretby Conference Centre saw record attendances for the Conference, Workshops and Exhibition - a report and review of the event is provided by Marcus Pattison, the organiser
News from MCERTS Exhibition (24 May 2007)
ABB shares Profibus expertise at June conference
ABB will be making two presentations at this year's Profibus UK Users Conference, which takes place on 26th and 27th June, at Coombe Abbey in Warwickshire
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (24 May 2007)
Optimising gas burners on industrial air heaters
Eclipse Combustion used EFD.Lab, a general purpose engineering fluid dynamics software from Flomerics, to quickly design and optimise a large industrial air heater with burner in record time Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (24 May 2007)
RDP offer sea water submersible LVDTs
For measuring or controlling position beneath the sea or in harsh industrial applications, the SSD series of position transducers from RDP Electronics provide an economic and practical solution Brochure Available
News from RDP Electronics (24 May 2007)
Medical accuracy from IR temperature sensor
One of the most prominent applications of Infra Red thermometers has been the fever measurement of humans: the MLX90614 family of digital integrated temperature sensors provides such readings
News from Melexis (24 May 2007)
'Running the Gauntlet' competition offers GBP2M
'Running the Gauntlet', the EEDA investment competition and business education programme has now launched with up to GBP2m on offer for entrepreneurs with investable businesses in the East of England
News from East Of England Development Agency (24 May 2007)
New packaging course brochure launched
IOP: The Packaging Society, the UK's leading organisation for Packaging and Packaging Training, has launched a new brochure detailing the range of training courses on offer from the Society
News from IOP: The Packaging Society - Training (24 May 2007)
Trunksafe fault-tolerant fieldbus system brochure
The latest Trunksafe brochure, available on download, explains how, with the Trunksafe Fault-Tolerant Fieldbus System, it is not necessary to duplicate an entire fieldbus segment to achieve redundancy
News from Moore Industries International (24 May 2007)
IChemE calls for papers to "Hazards XX" symposium
To harness lessons from the past and knowledge about loss prevention in the chemical and process industries, the IChemE has issued a call for papers to its 20th Hazards symposium
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (23 May 2007)
Strategic partnership with SerVisional
Comtech and SerVisional, a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Business Process Management (BPM) technology solutions company, have announced a strategic partnership agreement
News from Comtech Holdings (23 May 2007)
New models of vibration monitoring sensor
Hansford Sensors now offer their range of vibration sensors fitted with the compact M12 connectors, using cables offering a tighter bend radius and IP67/68 sealing
News from Hansford Sensors (23 May 2007)
GBP6.5 Million nickel mine hoist contract
Heavy engineering specialist Davy Markham has secured an important GBP6.5 million export order from leading Canadian mining and refining company, CVRD Inco, the world's largest nickel producer
News from DavyMarkham (23 May 2007)
Revolutionary AODD pump has new features
The AD Diaphragm pump from The Pump Company offers 70% lower pulsation, higher power, reduced noise, and 3 - 5 times longer between services compared to a traditional AODD pump
News from Pump Company (23 May 2007)
Dissolved Hydrogen Sulphide monitor
Analytical Technology (ATi) announces that its A15/81 dissolved hydrogen sulphide monitor is the first system to achieve precise and direct measurements of the hydrogen sulphide levels in water Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (23 May 2007)
Boge celebrates its centenary in 2007
After 100 years of continuous innovation and development, Boge now employs over 550 people worldwide, a massive development from when Otto Boge began trading in Bielefeld, Germany in 1907 Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (23 May 2007)
Further gas mixers for the diving industry
Witt Gas Techniques will supply an MG100-2ME Heliox/O2 electronic gas mixer with touch screen control to a further leading supplier of diving and sub sea equipment, for use on a diving support vessel
News from Witt Gas Techniques (23 May 2007)
Mail services for a major financial group
Belgian company KBC Exploitatie, IT subsidiary of the European financial group KBC, has transferred operation of its e-mail systems to BASF IT Services
News from BASF IT Services (23 May 2007)
Further decommissioning contract at Sellafield
British Nuclear Group has awarded the ACKtiv Nuclear JV - consisting of Aker Kvaerner, Atkins and Carillion - a further contract to support decommissioning at the First Generation Magnox Storage Pond
News from Aker Kvaerner Engineering Services (23 May 2007)
New in-house toolshop facility for GRP covers
GRP tank cover designers AMi Designs are pleased to announce the opening of their new in-house moulding and toolshop facility, situated in the West Midlands
News from AMi Designs (23 May 2007)
Bruel and Kjaer advanced acoustic training
Global sound and vibration equipment expert, Bruel and Kjaer, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research Advanced Course for 2007
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (23 May 2007)
Proficy software chosen for BP FPSO
User Application Article HMI/SCADA software from the GE Fanuc Proficy suite was chosen by Silvertech for the BP Schiehallion oil field FPSO, west of Shetland, as a state-of-the-art, integrated control and safety system Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (23 May 2007)
Thermocouples - even in sticky rubber patches
The Labfacility thermocouples are available in a wide range of styles: silicone rubber patch designs, pipe surface sensors, and standard industrial probe elements are a few examples
News from Labfacility (23 May 2007)
B to B internet promotion package
Established technical PR agency ID-Marketing advise that they have had great success in promoting clients across a wide range of internet portals, directories and search engines
News from ID-Marketing (23 May 2007)
Safely through the jungle of standards
Safety of machinery: safety standards: safety controllers: safety networks: EN 954: prEN13849: IEC62061: Are you still up-to-date with all the latest developments? Do you know which standard applies? Brochure Available
News from Hima Paul Hildebrandt (23 May 2007)
Verder to acquire Autoclude peristaltic pumps
The Verder group and Samuel Hodge have agreed that the Verder group will acquire 100% of the shares in Autoclude, designer and manufacturer of peristaltic pumps for the OEM and Laboratory market
News from Verder (23 May 2007)
Enable standalone wireless sensor networks
Sensicast, leaders in end to end wireless sensor network systems, have recently launched a Services Gateway product which enables systems to operate without the need for a dedicated management PC
News from Adaptive Wireless Solutions (23 May 2007)
Agile techniques for an increased competitive edge
The IET International Conference on 'Agile Manufacturing' (ICAM) techniques used to increase the business competitive edge will be held this year in County Durham from 9-11 July
News from IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) (23 May 2007)
Displacement measurement by draw-wire sensor
Low cost draw-wire sensors offer robust, reliable sensing solutions for OEMs and machine builders: the Micro-Epsilon wireSensor range has three choices of measurement method Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (23 May 2007)
Service market boom for automation suppliers
Automation suppliers continue to benefit from strong demand for automation services across the entire spectrum of the plant lifecycle and the scope of nearly all automation products and applications
News from ARC Advisory Group (23 May 2007)
Presentation on the shear properties of powders
A Freeman Technology paper at the recent French national powder conference examines the measurement of shear properties for consolidated and non-consolidated powders
News from Freeman Technology (23 May 2007)
'Purge Shield' innovative weld underbead backing
Welders have never been short of ideas when it comes to improving performance and offering solutions, anda solution to the age-old problem of protection for the weld underbead is no exception
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (23 May 2007)
Dr Graeme Philp elected to EMEA Council
The Fieldbus Foundation today announced that Dr Graeme Philp has been elected as Vice-Chairman to its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) Executive Advisory Council (EAC).
News from Fieldbus Foundation (22 May 2007)
FF establishes Brazilian marketing committee
The Fieldbus Foundation has announced the establishment of a Brazilian marketing committee, to promote adoption of Foundation fieldbus technology by Brazilian industry
News from Fieldbus Foundation (22 May 2007)
Robolux specialist valves join Burkert Biotech
Burkert Fluid Control Systems has acquired the Swedish valve producer Robolux AB, and will manage the Robolux activities - still under the Robolux name and its RoboValve brand - within Burkert Biotech Brochure Available
News from Burkert Fluid Control Systems (22 May 2007)
ATEX certification for Fraser static dischargers
Fraser passive static dischargers have now received ATEX certification for use in hazardous areas where such approvals are needed: the ionising bar dissipates static electricity on sheet material
News from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques (22 May 2007)
Festo Didactic: working with food and pharma
Technical Background Article Food and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries share much in terms of their production environment and automation used: their suppliers need to understand their developing business needs Brochure Available
News from Festo (22 May 2007)
Prototype pump controller unveiled at Total
A prototype pump controller currently under development at the Bran + Luebbe Brixworth plant was on show throughout the Total Exhibition on the SPX Process Equipment stand
News from SPX Process Equipment (22 May 2007)
Two speed motors offer a viable power option
Technical Background Article Lafert explain that two speed motors offer a simple and cost effective alternative to variable speed drives using expensive inverters, for simple and low power fan and pump operations
News from Lafert Electric Motors (22 May 2007)
WBF names Hawkins for Guido award
WBF announces its presentation of the prestigious Dr Guido Carlo-Stella Award to William M Hawkins, who led the development of the Rosemount RS3 ABC Batch control system
News from WBF: World Batch Forum (22 May 2007)
Wireless management information services on beer
Comtech announce agreement with Nucleus Data to provide wireless management information services, giving real-time data capture of beer dispense via the internet within the pub and leisure industry
News from Comtech Holdings (22 May 2007)
Tetra Pak launches cap production in Russia
Tetra Pak, a world leader in food processing and packaging, has signed a contract for the production of caps in Russia with the Europlast Association, a leading local manufacturer
News from Tetra Pak (22 May 2007)
SABIC to acquire GE Plastics for USD11.6Bn
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) has announced that they have reached agreement with GE for SABIC to acquire the GE Plastics business for a purchase price of USD11.6 billion
News from SABIC (22 May 2007)
New elastomer engineering brochure
A new brochure has been released by elastomer engineering specialists James Walker Keaflex, highlighting their expertise in the design and production of rubber mouldings Brochure Available
News from James Walker Keaflex (22 May 2007)
Air-jet mill brings low cost high grade grinding
The new Netzsch-Condux "e-Jet System" fluidised bed Jet Mill brings all the advantages of high performance air-jet milling to a wider range of products economically Brochure Available
News from Orthos (Engineering) (22 May 2007)
Boiler door gasket excels at high temperature
User Application Article The new James Walker Supagraf Boilermaster braided graphite ribbon gaskets offer boiler door joint sealing with excellent resistance to oxidation and chemical attack and reduced maintenance costs Brochure Available
News from James Walker and Co (22 May 2007)
New REACH chemical regulations: Are you prepared?
Technical Background Article New Regulations for the Registration, Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals (REACH) come into force on the 1st June 2007: How any company handling aggressive chemicals should react
News from Fosse Liquitrol (22 May 2007)
Thermoelectrically cooled cameras reduce noise
Multipix Imaging announce the TEC family of cameras from Imperx for applications requiring the lowest possible thermal noise Brochure Available
News from Multipix Imaging (22 May 2007)
Invensys training simulator wins Dow Corning award
A SimSci-Esscor training simulator supplied by Invensys Process Systems has won a prestigious Excellence Award in the Dow Corning 'Global Supply Chain Excellence Programme'
News from Invensys Process Systems (22 May 2007)
Laser alignment tool is ATEX approved
Quality assured to the highest standards the new laser alignment system, Lase-A-Lign Ex from John Crane, has been specifically designed for use in hazardous and potentially explosive environments
News from Crane EAA (22 May 2007)
Economics and hygiene prompts switch to S/S motors
User Application Article "The costing economics of installing Marlin Stainless motors is just as much a driver for using them as the enhanced hygiene they offer," according to The Village Bakery in Coedpoeth, near Wrexham
News from Marlin Stainless (22 May 2007)
Fortress Interlocks Queen's Award for Innovation
Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has been honoured in this year's Queen's Awards for Enterprise, with an award recognising their innovation
News from Fortress Interlocks (22 May 2007)
FT-IR Spectrometer for fast, sensitive analyses
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in analytical instrumentation, announces a series of comprehensive enhancements to its Nicolet 8700 research Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectrometer
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) (22 May 2007)
AK well service contract for Talisman Energy Norge
Talisman Energy Norge 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 Engineering Services (22 May 2007)
New profile for high sterility applications
The MayTec Clean Room System now has additional plain profiles which are complimented by new installation accessories which help to eliminate dirt traps when constructing frames
News from Applied Automation (UK) MayTec Division (22 May 2007)
Siemens, at the face of the coal handling industry
User Application Article The coal handling sector continues to be a highly competitive environment, within which faster processes, flexibility, efficiency and cost effectiveness are a necessity
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 May 2007)
Robust flow rate switches and sight indicators
For the last 36 years Flow-Mon have been manufacturing 'Flow Rate Indicator Switches' in the UK, and more recently 2 variants of 'Sight Indicators' Brochure Available
News from Flow-Mon (22 May 2007)
Testing a new biodegradable packaging film
User Application Article A Systech 8001 oxygen permeation analyser is being used to test Xylophane, a novel, biodegradable packaging film being developed in Sweden
News from Systech Instruments (22 May 2007)
High-power connectors improve safety in industry
Now available from PEI-Genesis connectors is a range of high-power industrial connectors that incorporate a number of advanced safety features to protect users Brochure Available
News from PEI-Genesis UK (22 May 2007)
Low cost pressure sensor for OEM applications
Roxspur, manufacturers of the Sensit pressure sensors, and with extensive expertise in ceramic strain gauge and thin film technologies, announces a new low-cost sensor for OEM pressure measurement
News from Roxspur Measurement and Control (22 May 2007)
WBF announces a successful NA Conference
Keynote speakers included industry experts Dr Paul McKenzie of Bristol Myers Squibb and Walt Boyes, Editor-in-Chief, of Control Magazine, who addressed more than 150 delegates from 7 countries
News from WBF: World Batch Forum (21 May 2007)
The Vectral Meterdrive linear encoder
The new Vectral Meterdrive is a conventional linear encoder based on the optical reading of a perforated tape, and is seeking distributors across the Nordic region and in Ireland
News from French Technology Press Bureau (21 May 2007)
Online centre for trace element analysis
Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched an information-rich Environmental Resource Centre for trace element analysis, an essential source of information for those in the environmental field
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (21 May 2007)
ARC Informatique launches PcVue Solutions
PcVue Solutions is a suite of software and hardware products for visualisation, control, management and data analysis applications, which will be available throughout the ARC sales network
News from ARC Informatique (21 May 2007)
Rugged, high-density Ethernet I/O blocks
New Acromag EtherStax are rugged, high-density Ethernet I/O blocks that isolate, monitor, and control 48 discrete signals with redundant communication
News from Acromag (21 May 2007)
Schneider at the 2007 Hillhead quarry exhibition
At Hillhead, 26-28 June, Schneider Electric will present a wide range of solutions designed for customers in heavy industry looking for ways to maximise plant availability and efficiency
News from Schneider Electric (21 May 2007)
Achilles safety certified industrial controllers
Wurldtech Labs, an independent division of Wurldtech Security Technologies, have announced the results of its initial round of Achilles Certification Testing of controllers
News from Wurldtech Security Technologies (21 May 2007)
Live cell dispensing without edge effects
The KD Scientific UltraSpense 2000 eliminates edge effects and delivers more viable cells, more uniformly, to 384 well micro-plates, when compared to conventional peristaltic dispensers
News from KD Scientific (21 May 2007)
Effortlessly pulverise samples
The Micro-Mill II Sample Grinder is ideal for high-speed milling of small samples from 20 to 50ml, using a 150 watt motor
News from Bel-Art Products (21 May 2007)
School visit to Crowcon a great success
A recent school visit to the gas detection specialist Crowcon at their Abingdon, Oxfordshire headquarters was a great success: physics pupils learned about the importance of gas detection in industry Brochure Available
News from Crowcon Detection Instruments (21 May 2007)
TracerDAQ Pro data acquisition software
Measurement Computing announces TracerDAQ Pro data acquisition logger and instrument software suite to log, analyse and display data, and generate signals, without the need to write code
News from Measurement Computing (21 May 2007)
Tough 16mm stainless steel pushbutton switches
Bulgin is pleased to announce two new ranges of pushbutton switches for the industry standard 16mm diameter panel holes, rated at 2A, 48Vdc and capable of 100,000 operations at full load Brochure Available
News from Bulgin Components (21 May 2007)
Introducing the Continuum tray magazine
The new Standard-Knapp tray magazine brings ergonomic tray loading and consistent high-speed delivery to a wide range of packaging applications including corrugated, chipboard, and pads
News from Standard-Knapp (21 May 2007)
Increased versatility for digital servo drives
Parker Electromechanical have enhanced their highly successful Aries family of low-cost, all-digital servo drives with the addition of resolver feedback support Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (21 May 2007)
New adhesive changes plastic and metal engineering
Huntsman Advanced Materials, with the 'adhere' brand from Intertronics, launches Araldite 2000 Plus - a new portfolio of structural adhesives, for complex plastic and metal-based design projects
News from Intertronics (21 May 2007)
Listgrove busy with recruitment demands from Total
Leading recruitment and human resources company Listgrove experienced high demand for their services from attendees at last week's Total Packaging and Processing Exhibition 2007
News from Listgrove (21 May 2007)
Portable infrared temperature calibration checker
The highly popular Convir FTK series of Fixed Infrared Temperature Calibration Checkers has added some flexibility to its arsenal, with a new selection of temperature ranges now available
News from Calex Electronics (21 May 2007)
FF to conduct educational seminar in Brazil
The Fieldbus Foundation has announced it will present a fieldbus educational seminar on July 12 at the Renaissance Hotel in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the first FF seminar in this region
News from Fieldbus Foundation (21 May 2007)
Conveyor multi-point condition monitoring
Electro-Sensors has introduced the Electro-Guard Hazard Monitoring System, which combines shaft speed, belt alignment and bearing temperature measurement all into a single conveyor monitoring solution
News from Electro-Sensors (21 May 2007)
Custom furnace for manganese steel production
User Application Article EPS Ovens have completed the design and commissioning of a custom furnace project to be used for the production and heat treatment of cast manganese steel rails
News from Engineered Production Systems (21 May 2007)
Early warning engine health monitoring service
Macsea announces a new health monitoring service for fleet operators and diesel boat owners, using diagnostic and predictive analytics to pinpoint the causes of abnormal engine conditions
News from Macsea (21 May 2007)
WebAsyst announces the launch of WebAsyst widgets
WebAsyst announces the launch of WebAsyst widgets, a powerful addition to its online collaboration software functionality, for Web 2.0, the newest generation of web platform applications
News from WebAsyst (21 May 2007)
IR Analyser specifically for 4 anaesthetic gases
A portable, mid-infrared specific vapour analyser, the InfraRan, designed for easy, on-site measurement of four anaesthetic gases, has been introduced by Wilks Enterprise Brochure Available
News from Wilks Enterprise (21 May 2007)
Loss Prevention symposium goes to Edinburgh
Over 400 process safety experts will gather in Edinburgh next week for the 12th International Symposium on Loss Prevention and Safety Promotion in the Process Industries
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (21 May 2007)
Making 2-component adhesives easy to use
ConProTec announces the availability of its Mixpac "S" System, that makes 2-component adhesives as easy to use as a single component adhesive
News from Sulzer Mixpac USA (21 May 2007)
Powerful industrial PCs for harsh environments
Siemens has equipped its compact and rugged industrial PCs with powerful and energy-saving Intel Core 2 Duo processors, for simultaneous demanding computing and visualization tasks
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (21 May 2007)
FAS SPrint Bagger launch for European Food Market
Automated Packaging Systems, the world leader in high-reliability packaging equipment, has launched FAS SPrint Bagger for the food industry at this year's Total Processing and Packaging Show Brochure Available
News from Automated Packaging Systems (21 May 2007)
New business development manager for Coolmation
Chiller hire specialist, the Coolmation Group, has made another senior appointment to its Chillers4Hire division with Russell Tyrell joining the company as Business Development Manager
News from Coolmation (21 May 2007)
Switched mode DIN rail mounted power supplies
Idec Electronics are pleased to announce the introduction of the latest member of the PS5R-S range of switched mode DIN rail mounted plastic power supplies
News from Idec Electronics (21 May 2007)
Recycling waste polystyrene to save money!
Technical Background Article Purex International believe their new Styromelt thermal densifier can save money and help the environment, by changing waste polystyrene into a form that can be recycled into new products and fuels
News from Purex International (21 May 2007)
New 'Hands-free' ionisation system from Meech
Meech International launched the new Model 200 Proximity Sensor Switching System for use with its Series 200 range of ionising nozzles, at last week's Total Exhibition Brochure Available
News from Meech International (21 May 2007)
Seminar on OEE at the Total Exhibition
Industrial Technology Systems delivered a FREE OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) seminar at the Total Processing and Packaging Exhibition
News from Industrial Technology Systems (ITS) (21 May 2007)
Linear Bearings with a difference - the price!
These linear bearings, type RSD from Micromech, are compact guides for precise linear motion that provide high accuracy with an outstanding reliability
News from Micromech (21 May 2007)
Personnel recruitment in pharma and biotech
NES has recruited a specialist, Melissa McDonald, to meet the demand for technical and engineering personnel recruitment within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors
News from NES Group (21 May 2007)
Stuart Nunns named as TUV Functional Safety Expert
Stuart Nunns of ABB has been awarded the prestigious status of a TUV Functional Safety Expert by TUV Rheinland, one of only 25 people worldwide to be named under the prestigious TUV scheme
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (21 May 2007)
Ethernet Direct exhibits in South Africa
Ethernet Direct is exhibiting a range of Industrial Ethernet products in the Process Automation and Info Technology Exhibition from May 15-17 in Johannesburg, South Africa
News from Ethernet Direct (21 May 2007)
GDS announces enhanced range of solutions
The acquisition of Clearview Displays and of CPG International Spa and Finmek Automation Srl enables GDS to provide an enhanced range of solutions, further complementing its product range
News from GDS (21 May 2007)
Metal detector with highest level of protection
The IP69K Phantom metal detector was one of a range of detectors from Fortress Technology on show at this years Total exhibition, representing the highest level of waterproof resistance
News from Fortress Technology (Europe) (21 May 2007)
Servotecnica miniature and commercial slip rings
New Servotecnica slip rings are designed for use in any system requiring the transmission of electrical and/or power signals to an intermittently or continuously rotating shaft
News from Inmoco (21 May 2007)
K-Tron expands Bulk Solids Pump feeder line
The K-Tron Process Group has expanded their award winning Bulk Solids Pump (BSP) loss-in-weight feeder line, adding two new models, with both volumetric and gravimetric versions available
News from K-Tron (21 May 2007)
Better extrusion lines with Extruvision software
For 18 years, the O2Game Extruvision interoperable software has remained the only one of its kind that optimises extrusion lines for the food industries that produce cereal, grains, and pet food
News from O2 Game (21 May 2007)
Conference to discuss energy efficiency and costs
Insight and innovation are the key messages for the conference at the Energy Event 2007 as CBI, Tesco and Bloomberg speakers will deliver director level information, 12-13 September 2007
News from Energy Event (21 May 2007)
Processingtalk in Minneapolis, Minnesota USA
A report from Minneapolis on some of the process industry suppliers manufacturing near there, and some impressions on the development of the State, resulting from a recent visit
News from SPECIAL REPORT by the Editor (21 May 2007)
Metal detector with highest level of protection
The IP69K Phantom metal detector was one of a range of detectors from Fortress Technology on show at this years Total exhibition, representing the highest level of waterproof resistance
News from Fortress Technology (Europe) (21 May 2007)
Servotecnica miniature and commercial slip rings
New Servotecnica slip rings are designed for use in any system requiring the transmission of electrical and/or power signals to an intermittently or continuously rotating shaft
News from Inmoco (21 May 2007)
K-Tron expands Bulk Solids Pump feeder line
The K-Tron Process Group has expanded their award winning Bulk Solids Pump (BSP) loss-in-weight feeder line, adding two new models, with both volumetric and gravimetric versions available
News from K-Tron (21 May 2007)
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