News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 19 August
to Saturday 25 August 2007
Total Fire and Gas solutions expertise on the web
General Monitors has launched a new fire and gas systems website, designed as a resource for safety professionals worldwide who are responsible for protecting people, equipment and facilities
News from General Monitors (24 August 2007)
Huntsman shows latest technologies at Khimia 2007
Following the success of Khimia 2005, Huntsman is returning to Russia's largest international exhibition for the chemistry and science industries, from 3 - 7 September 2007 in Moscow
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (24 August 2007)
Schenck Process acquired by Industri Kapital
Schenck Process is to embark on further expansion with the support of Industri Kapital following two years of successful growth under the stewardship of HgCapital.
News from Schenck (24 August 2007)
High-speed switching solid-state contactors
Siemens Automation and Drives is supplementing its product range of Sirius solid-state switching devices with versions for frequent switching of motors
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (24 August 2007)
Hawco catalogue details 700 products off the shelf
Hawco Controls has published their latest 30-page Quick Pick focus product guide, which details over 700 product ranges that are always available off the shelf for immediate delivery
News from Hawco (24 August 2007)
Python is latest globe style control valve
Armstrong International, a leader in solutions for steam, air and hot water utility applications, has expanded its pressure and temperature control products with the Python globe style control valve
News from Armstrong International (24 August 2007)
General Motion Control market outlook
The globally expanding general motion control market (GMC) is fueled by greater capabilities and regional expansion which will lead to strong growth going forward
News from ARC Advisory Group (24 August 2007)
Texas RF transceiver powered by vibration energy
The Texas Instruments RF transceiver and microcontroller, powered by a Perpetuum vibration energy-harvesting microgenerator can transmit high data loads over a wireless link, for condition monitoring
News from Perpetuum (24 August 2007)
New process training facility in Dyce, Aberdeen
The new Able Instruments and Controls training facility boasts a full and impressive training rig, offering a simulated process environment, where all users can benefit from the controlled environment
News from Able Instruments and Controls (24 August 2007)
Versatile liquid flowmeters have high accuracy
A new range of precision positive displacement flowmeters offer a high level of accuracy and repeatability for flowrate measurement in liquid flow monitoring and control applications
News from Trimec Industries (Europe) (24 August 2007)
Flowmeter expertise and application know-how on CD
The newest A-Z Flow Meter Literature CD from McCrometer provides the most up-to-date flow technology, applications and product specification information in a handy format
News from McCrometer (24 August 2007)
New CE approval for Chino food thermometer
The Model MF1000 food thermometer from the Chino Corporation of Japan has now been granted CE approval and is expected to be well received in the food preparation, processing and catering sector
News from Barber InSys (24 August 2007)
Independent monitoring of sterilisation systems
User Application Article Yokogawa UK has collaborated with steriliser manufacturer BMM Weston to develop an independent monitoring system for the autoclaves used for hospital and pharmaceutical sterilisation
News from Yokogawa UK (24 August 2007)
Green focus on coatings R and D efforts
Gary Calabrese, PhD, VP and chief technology officer at Rohm and Haas, says the company continues to take an innovative approach to creating technology for environmentally advanced coatings products
News from Rohm and Haas (24 August 2007)
New products for heating, homogenising and mixing
A new catalogue is available from Radleys describing the extensive IKA range of innovative, leading-edge laboratory products for heating, stirring, mixing and homogenising
News from Radleys (24 August 2007)
Formation of the Water Monitoring Association
Over the last year discussion have taken place within a group of companies involved in water monitoring, which has culminated in the formation of the Water Monitoring Association
News from Water Monitoring Association (24 August 2007)
GE Panametrics flowmeters now from RS Hydro
RS Hydro has been appointed as the leading UK distributor for the GE Sensing Panametrics range of ultrasonic flow meters, including all portable, fixed and spool piece systems
News from RS Hydro (24 August 2007)
Pan-European wireless programme with workshops
Technical Background Article The Rutronik series of wireless technology workshops in 20 European cities culminates with some events in the Autumn in Leeds, London, Copenhagen, Stockholm and Brussels
News from Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente (24 August 2007)
Integrated control and safety system for LNG store
User Application Article Yokogawa UK has been awarded a contract by AMEC Group to supply an integrated distributed control and safety system for the National Grid LNG storage facility at Glenmavis, Scotland
News from Yokogawa UK (24 August 2007)
Process control strategy and loop tuning training
ControlSoft, an innovator in advanced process controls, has announced training classes in Boston, Cleveland, Omaha, and Pittsburgh during the fourth quarter 2007
News from ControlSoft (23 August 2007)
Remote compressor monitoring in hazardous areas
User Application Article NTE Automation of Texas has selected SkyWave Mobile Communications to supply their reliable D+ terminals and network services for integration with NTE remote web based monitoring
News from SkyWave Mobile Communications (23 August 2007)
Drink ingredients measured using Coriolis meters
User Application Article A brewer and drink packaging company changed to Krohne Optimass 1000 Coriolis mass flowmeters to reliably measure a de-ionised sweetener, which was not measurable using an electromagnetic flowmeter
News from Krohne (23 August 2007)
New Milton Roy offices and structure in the UK
The Milton Roy Europe organization in the UK has been updated and developed to provide its customers with an ever more efficient service Brochure Available
News from Milton Roy Europe (23 August 2007)
Coperion Group on show at K 2007
As the worldwide market and technology leader in compounding equipment and bulk-material systems, the Coperion Group will exhibit its product line-up at Stand C33 in Hall 14 at the upcoming K 2007
News from Coperion Werner & Pfleiderer (23 August 2007)
Powerful new 2010 Series compact diesel engines
A new 2010 compact diesel engine series, with power outputs up to 75kW, has been introduced by Deutz, one of the world's largest independent manufacturers of diesel and gas engines
News from Deutz UK (23 August 2007)
Fast and sensitive soil analyses by spectroscopy
Midwest Laboratories has chosen the powerful Thermo Scientific iCAP 6000 Series of ICP emission spectrometers to perform soil analyses in its agricultural laboratory Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Elemental Analysis) (23 August 2007)
New labelling system for food/beverage packages
Advanced Dynamics is introducing the innovative Irplast 'linerless' labelling system giving improved presentation for food and beverages, which is set to revolutionise the UK packaging industry
News from Advanced Dynamics (23 August 2007)
Middle-east 'Plastic Pipes' conference 2008
The Middle East Plastic Pipes 2008 conference will take place from 2-4 June 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Dubai, against the background of booming demand for plastic pipe systems in the region
News from Applied Market Information (23 August 2007)
BA leverages Ariba spend management to save $1000M
User Application Article Ariba technology has enabled British Airways, Europe's largest airline, to deliver significant cost savings over the past six years, using their leading spend management solutions
News from Ariba (23 August 2007)
5256T impact crusher introduced
Industry leader, Screen Machine Industries, has announced the introduction of their latest offering in tracked portable crushing equipment
News from Screen Machine (23 August 2007)
Filtration Society discusses key industrial topics
The Filtration Society is organising two one-day meetings to be held in October and November this year, which will focus on key industrial topics Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific (23 August 2007)
Inaugural SPE Indian oil and gas conference
India is emerging as a leading 'hotspot' for upstream activity: the world's major players are lining up to participate in the inaugural SPE Indian oil and gas technical conference and exhibition
News from Reed Exhibitions (UK) (23 August 2007)
New satellite extends global coverage for SkyWave
SkyWave Mobile Communications is now using the PAC-C satellite to strengthen global coverage for remote asset monitoring/control and messaging applications via their D+ Network
News from SkyWave Mobile Communications (22 August 2007)
Total Integration solutions for offshore sector
Showing how to integrate the total automation, telecommunications, electrical and power systems within an offshore environment and supporting it throughout its lifecycle, is the ABB theme at OE 2007
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (22 August 2007)
Biosecurity to be discussed at L.A.B conference
Concerns over the recent outbreak and possible spread of foot and mouth disease have sparked a new discussion stream, on Biosecurity, at the forthcoming L.A.B conference in London
News from Leipziger Messe (22 August 2007)
A new compact radar level transmitter from Siemens
The new Sitrans LR250 radar level transmitter is designed for the continuous monitoring of liquids and slurries in storage and process vessels including those at high temperature and pressure
News from Siemens Automation and Drives (22 August 2007)
New wireless data collector and repeater
The new RTR-50 data collector from T and D is a USB connected base station for wireless data logger systems, and has a battery powered repeater mode
News from T and D (22 August 2007)
Exclusive license of WeatherBug data in automation
Kepware has an agreement with WeatherBug, the world's leading source for real-time weather information, licensing weather information through KEPServerEX OPC technology, for the automation industry
News from Kepware (22 August 2007)
'Strategies for Global Manufacturers' in Bangalore
ARC Advisory Group will host their 'Winning Strategies for Global Manufacturers' Forum in Bangalore, India, from 29 November to 1 December 2007
News from ARC Advisory Group (22 August 2007)
Reagent-free measurement of chlorine in food
The innovative Q45H Residual Chlorine Monitors provide reliable measurements of chlorine in the food industry without the need for chemical buffering traditionally associated with such measurements Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology (22 August 2007)
Midas outdoor display with enhanced functionality
GDS announces the expansion of its MiDAS digital signage solution with the introduction of an option-based embedded PC and wireless connectivity for both its LCD MiDAS32'' and MiDAS46'' models Brochure Available
News from GDS (22 August 2007)
Revo series freeze dryer
Millrock Technology introduces the Revo Series freeze dryers that combine the latest hardware and software advances
News from Millrock Technology (22 August 2007)
New regional service centre opened in Singapore
Aeroflex has opened a new regional service centre in Singapore that enables Aeroflex Test Solutions to provide instrument service support to its customers within the major growth markets in Asia
News from Aeroflex (22 August 2007)
European wireless test laboratory in Cambridge
SGS, the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is continuing the expansion of its European Wireless test laboratory based in Cambridge, UK Brochure Available
News from SGS (22 August 2007)
GE Inspection Technologies acquires phoenix|x-ray
GE Inspection Technologies has signed an agreement to acquire phoenix|x-ray, a leader in high-resolution computed tomography (CT) / X-Ray technology used in non-destructive testing (NDT) applications
News from GE Inspection Technologies (22 August 2007)
GE Fanuc offers FREE Proficy Historian software
GE Fanuc Automation has announced a new program offering FREE access to its best-in-class Proficy Historian plant-wide production and process data collection software Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (22 August 2007)
Technical training for FPSO operations teams.
How to improve process verification and optimisation by increasing the technical competence of FPSO operations teams was a presentation made at the recent Summit of IQPC Oil and Gas FPSO Systems
News from TSC Simulation (21 August 2007)
AutoRussia 2007, a forum for automotive business
AutoRussia 2007 - the third annual conference, an international forum for automotive businesses in Russia and globally, takes place on 4-5 December in the Astoria Hotel, St Petersburg, Russia
News from Worldwide Business Research (21 August 2007)
Totally recyclable bulk pack container introduced
CRP Print and Packaging Heavy Duty Business has developed a totally recyclable bulk pack container complete with fork lift access, in conjunction with one of its key clients
News from CRP Print and Packaging (21 August 2007)
Maxsys nominated for energy saving awards
User Application Article Maxsys, the Walsall-based manufacturer of the energy saving Fuel+ System has been recognised for its innovative product by being nominated for a number of prestigious energy-related awards
News from Maxsys (21 August 2007)
Vapour permeability of pharmaceutical packaging
Versaperm has introduced a new dual multi-chamber instrument to measure the water vapour permeability of pharmaceutical packaging, such as blister packs
News from Versaperm (21 August 2007)
Custom shaft seals to be on show at Powtex Osaka
Meco custom-engineered shaft seals for dry bulk process equipment will be exhibited at Powtex Osaka 2007, the seventh Powder Technology Exhibition in Osaka, Japan, from 16-19 October Brochure Available
News from Meco Shaft Seals (21 August 2007)
New brochure on Meter Mix Dispense systems
A new brochure on meter mix dispense systems for adhesives, sealants and lubricants is now available from Sealant Equipment and Engineering
News from Sealant Equipment and Engineering (21 August 2007)
Sandretto UK to exhibit at K 2007
Europe's leading injection moulding machinery manufacturer Sandretto will be exhibiting at the world's leading plastics exhibition, K2007, in Dusseldorf, Germany from October 24-31
News from Sandretto UK (21 August 2007)
New UV disinfection distributor in Australasia
American Air and Water has awarded exclusive distribution of their UV disinfection systems to Australasian Air and Water, in an agreement signed by the two companies
News from American Air and Water (21 August 2007)
Ten stream on-line ion chromatograph
The 821 Compact Online IC extends the Metrohm range of industry conforming on-line ion chromatographs, monitoring up to ten different sample flows, which can be freely selected for analysis Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (21 August 2007)
Process loop management alliance with Invensys
Severn Unival has formed an alliance with Invensys Process Systems to provide a fully integrated management, performance enhancement and delivery service for the operators of process control assets
News from Severn Unival (21 August 2007)
ABB is tops in automation services market
In a recently published study "Automation Supplier Provided Services Worldwide Outlook", the industry analyst ARC ranked ABB in the top market position in this rapidly growing market sector
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) (21 August 2007)
In-line X-ray blister pack QC monitoring
3DX-Ray, a world leader in X-ray inspection systems, has developed its X-Line X-ray tablet detection QC system for use by pharmaceutical packaging companies
News from 3DX-Ray (21 August 2007)
Thorite launches non-contact proximity sensors
Thorite has added the Sensopart range of high quality electronic non-contact proximity sensors to its product portfolio, in order to satisfy a growing demand
News from Thorite (21 August 2007)
S4S boosts valve manufacturer's business
S4S has just completed an overseas sourcing project, resulting in a valve manufacturing company saving over GBP100kpa when compared to the previous year, and boosting sales by 50%
News from S4S (21 August 2007)
New center of excellence to serve power industry
The PAS Center of Excellence for the power industry will provide best-in-class expertise to power industry customers in the solution areas of Alarm Management and Automation Configuration Management
News from PAS (21 August 2007)
Process Analysers range at Offshore Europe 2007
Michell Instruments will be exhibiting water and hydrocarbon dew-point analysers from stand 1221 at Offshore Europe 2007, plus also moisture measurement in hydrocarbon liquids with Liquidew Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (21 August 2007)
Environmental monitoring sensors from Cornwall
An exclusive Processingtalk article from Partech Instruments describes a detector for oil films on water, just one of the environmental monitoring systems developed by this Cornish company
News from SPECIAL REPORT by the Editor (21 August 2007)
Conference helps progress Profibus projects
Technical Background Article The Profibus User meeting delegates in June were carefully planning the implementation of up-coming Profibus projects, keen to hear about previous experience and asking serious questions
News from Profibus Group (20 August 2007)
Trending + data reports for 25 cheese making PLCs
User Application Article Somerset cheesemakers AJ and RG Barber are using CitectSCADA to provide monitoring, trending and data reporting in the production of its renowned West Country Farmhouse Cheddar Brochure Available
News from Citect (20 August 2007)
Training simulator opens on Humberside
User Application Article The ProSimm unit at CATCH opens, to provide operator training and process simulation facilities on Humberside: TSC supplied the computers and simulation software for their Virtual Control Room
News from TSC Simulation (20 August 2007)
The Safiye Tingir Translation Agency
The Safiye Tingir Translation Agency offers translation services, and uses as much attention to detail as if it were an affiliate of the firms that it works with
News from Tingir Turkish Translation (20 August 2007)
Pumping station papers requested in the pipeline
BHR Group has issued a Call for Papers for 4th Water and Wastewater Pumping Station Conference, scheduled for 17-19 June 2008 at Cranfield
News from BHR Group Conferences (20 August 2007)
New edition of the 'Insulation Handbook'
After an absence of five years, the Turret Group is to publish a new edition of the Insulation Handbook in September 2007
News from Turret Group (20 August 2007)
Keeping track of expensive technical gases
The efector metris for compressed air consumption and leakage monitoring has now been developed and calibrated for the measurement of CO2, nitrogen, and argon Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (20 August 2007)
Helping develop dedicated new product software
Spirax Sarco recently faced a need for a software system to drive its new Metercom II energy management system, so turned to the Tascomp Prodigy SCADA software as a base
News from Tascomp (20 August 2007)
'Greener' accounting for Exchequer users
The latest significant enhancement to be announced for the Wholesale / Distribution edition of the Exchequer accounting and business system will help its users to achieve even 'greener' businesses
News from IRIS Enterprise Software (20 August 2007)
Discussions on switch vs transmitter continue
Technical Background Article High-level switches versus a transmitter: Are improved diagnostics and reliability worth the added cost? A discussion paper taken from the David W Spitzer e-zine for August
News from Spitzer and Boyes (20 August 2007)
New CEO at IMO
IMO Precision Controls have announced the appointment of David Ede as the successor to outgoing Chief Executive, Fausto Furlotti.
News from IMO Precision Controls (20 August 2007)
Drum and Container Heaters for hazardous areas
The unique and proven Thermosafe Induction Drum Heater range has passed the stringent International IECEx standards allowing installation and use in potentially explosive atmospheres
News from LMK Thermosafe (20 August 2007)
New biofuels analysers at UK Biodiesel Expo 2007
Aspectrics, the innovator of patented EP-NIR spectroscopy, will be unveiling the novel EP-NIR biofuels analysers at Biodiesel Expo 2007 in the UK in October Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics (20 August 2007)
Sirane 'Roast It' bags are on the Christmas list
As production in the Christmas packaging market enters its high season, Sirane is expecting high demand for its newly launched range of ovenable Roast It products
News from Sirane (20 August 2007)
AK in the Chinese drilling equipment market
Aker Kvaerner has been awarded a contract by China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) for delivery of drilling equipment and systems for an ultra deepwater drilling semisubmersible unit
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas (20 August 2007)
AutoUkraine 2008 conference
The AutoUkraine 2008 conference is dedicated to ensuring that the top managers of the Ukrainian automotive sector meet with the western automotive investors and customers
News from Worldwide Business Research (20 August 2007)
Braby conveyors are a sweet choice for Thorntons
User Application Article Braby has recently replaced a non 'ATEX' compliant system with a brand new granulated sugar vacuum conveying line for confectionary retailer Thorntons, at their Derbyshire plant
News from Braby (20 August 2007)
Automatic paint spray characterisation systems
The Oxford Lasers VisiSizer cost effective optical spray characterisation systems have the ability to measure down to 1 micron with high data rates, high resolution images and real time data analysis
News from Oxford Lasers (20 August 2007)
GE Fanuc collaborates with Wipro Technologies
GE Fanuc agrees with Wipro Technologies for the solution provider to collaborate on production management solutions in pharmaceutical, food and beverage and consumer packaged goods industries Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (20 August 2007)
Flow-Mon at Miconex Exhibition in Shanghai
Flow-Mon will be working with Shanghai Uni-Banner at the Miconex 2007 Exhibition in Shanghai, China, from Tuesday 18 September through to Friday 21 September Brochure Available
News from Flow-Mon (20 August 2007)
Heavy duty packaging shines at Starpack 2007
The Heavy Duty Business at CRP Print and Packaging has again been recognised for its innovation, design and quality at this year's Starpack Awards
News from CRP Print and Packaging (20 August 2007)
New 2007 road show HazardEx UK events!
HazardEx in the Regions has announced some further Roadshows across UK and Ireland for the latter half of 2007: this is THE half-day event for anyone involved in hazardous areas
News from HazardEx UK & International (20 August 2007)
New manifold for high-pressure instrumentation
A new integrated double-block-and-bleed manifold from Parker Instrumentation saves space and eliminates leak paths compared with assemblies of discrete components, and operates up to 15,000psi Brochure Available
News from Parker Instrumentation (20 August 2007)
Convir high performance fibre-optic pyrometers
The Convir FL series of high performance fibre-optic infrared temperature sensors has grown with the addition of three new models
News from Calex Electronics (20 August 2007)
Eriks acquires Flexible Hose Supplies (UK)
Eriks nv, which acquired Wyko in November 2006, has reached an agreement to acquire Flexible Hose Supplies (FHS) in the UK Brochure Available
News from Wyko, an Eriks Company (20 August 2007)
Showa Glove is set to acquire Best Manufacturing
Showa Glove of Japan is to acquire all of the Tillotson Best Glove operations and subsidiaries around the world, creating a global leader in glove manufacturing and product development
News from Best Gloves (20 August 2007)
Middle East consultancy and engineering contract
AMEC has won a five-year consultancy and engineering services contract from Kuwait National Petroleum Company covering upgrades, refurbishment and modifications on their three existing refineries
News from AMEC (20 August 2007)
Design Paradigm acquired by Severn Glocon
The Severn Glocon Group has acquired Design Paradigm, a specialist engineering design and analysis consultancy with a strong valve industry pedigree
News from Severn Glocon (20 August 2007)
CMP powers 'Milk float' speed record attempt
Chloride Motive Power has supplied the batteries for a bizarre world record attempt - to power the world's fastest milk float
News from Exide Technologies (20 August 2007)
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