What's New In Industry articles from June 2000

What's New In Industry archives from June 2000

Stay Active to boost handling productivity.(Lansing Linde)
June 1, 2000... Designed to give the best possible man/machine interface for maximum efficiency and productivity, Lansing's new Active R14 to R20 reach truck range uses a digital control system for quiet, seamless transfer of energy to its low-maintenance SEM...

Driving the ac and dc routes.(Eurotherm Drives)
June 1, 2000... Both ac and dc technologies are included in the latest series of drives from Eurotherm Controls, bringing the benefits of common programming, set-up and communications across both ranges. The two power hardware variants on offer are an ac...

On the rack.(Amplicon Liveline)
June 1, 2000... Mitac range of 19ins rack-mounted chassis from Amplicon Liveline includes 1U and 2U high chassis, and an update of the 4U high product with a new family, MCH401. The MCH401 accepts the most popular backplanes whilst MCH102 and MCH218 each have...

Test software.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Desktop Engineering's NCSimul 2000 is a software package for testing, debugging and optimising NC programs using virtual machine tools. It is said to address a weakness in the process by removing the expense, time and risk involved. Tel:...

Flat panel PC can take the heat.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Designed to provide industrial -- and military -- users with state-of-the-art computer technology in a ruggedised form, CKS's 15ms flat panel Pentium industrial PC has an unusually wide operating temperature of 0 to 50 [degrees] C. The...

Display stays clear in the sun.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Giving a brightness level of 2700 candellas, Densitron's Phoenix 12.2ins TFT colour display operates successfully and is clearly legible in direct sunlight. Cost of the SVGA 511004 has been reduced by the use of 20,000-hour tubes. This can...

The light program.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Moeller Electrics' new Easysoft software package has been specifically developed to help users make the very most of the company's powerful range of Easy control relays. Running under Windows NT, 95 and 98, Easysoft V2.0 allows quick and simple...

Flat panel computing at a touch.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Ideal for a wide range of OEM applications, the new netDISPLAY 5MX from Datasound Laboratories is a flat panel computer, complete with a colour LCD and touchscreen in a compact form. Offering total desktop computer functionality in a...

Plug'n'go for a ride on the bus.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New DataShuttle/USB from Adept Scientific offers compact and portable data acquisition for the Universal Serial Bus (USB), which is built into all new PCs. It lets users monitor thermocouples, pressure sensors and most other types of...

Data in the hand.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New Pyropen R from Calex Electronics is a high-performance, hand-held infrared thermometer which boasts laser sighting, high accuracy and repeatability, very fast response, narrow field of view and adjustable emissivity. Users can examine the...

Rotating machinery aligned for longer life.(BSL offers SKF TMEA 1 portable laser alignment system)
June 1, 2000... Around half of the costs related to breakdowns that occur in rotating machinery as a result of shaft misalignment are said to be avoidable by using SKF's TMEA 1 portable laser alignment system. Available from BSL, it uses well-proven laser...

Shaft carries connections.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New mechanical design of hollow shaft rotary encoder from Heidenhain has compact outside dimensions of just 87mm and an overall length of 50mm. The ExN 100 encoder has a large hollow shaft with an inside diameter of up to 50mm which is large...

In the balance.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... All Mettler Toledo AB-S and PB-S basic balances have a rugged aluminium casing and the latest MonoBloc technology for accurate weighing and protection against shock and accidental overloads. Fully sealed `touch keys' give resistance to...

Fastener force.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The ideal way to measure the clamping force in a fastener is to measure it directly via strain gauges, says Variohm, now offering this service on bolts down to 5mm diameter. The gauges are placed in holes drilled down the longitudinal axis of...

Look, but don't touch.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Range of five optical machines from LK use video analysis to inspect components without contact and are said to be particularly appropriate for measuring flexible components and small features which cannot be accessed by conventional touch...

Metrology for the shopfloor.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Latest in portable, shop-floor surface inspection technology from Taylor Hobson, the Form Talysurf Intra measures surface texture, waviness and form, with a full 1mm of gauge range and 16 nanometre resolution, component set-up is virtually...

Ribbon in wax resin.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The 3200 premium wax-resin thermal transfer ribbon from Zebra Technologies is said to be ideal for labels that will be exposed to water, steam, solvents or chemicals and for labels subject to abrasion, friction or outdoor conditions. Tel:...

Ocelot on the plain.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Able to print on every type of self-adhesive label material and ticket stock used with thermal transfer ribbon, Codeway's latest Wildcat over-printer, the Ocelot, is aimed at users who want to print plain labels and tickets from top to bottom....

Print in volumes.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Target Addressing & Business Systems has announced the S4 thermal printer, with its media gap sensor, black mark sensor, and real time clock. Designed and built for industrial applications, it is a heavy-duty, high-speed performance thermal...

Printer offers software options.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Label printer specialist Matrix Developments has extended its Gazelle 2000 range with the introduction of a new compact unit which has a footprint of just 254mm by 305mm and comes complete with a choice of label design software. This new...

Palletiser for tight spaces.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Fully automatic palletiser developed for installation into limited plant space has been introduced by Dawson. The GenCon Small Footprint incorporates all the features of the larger machines in the range but offers a small footprint because...

Big time labelling.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Latest NOR `big label' electronic printer allows distribution and delivery labels to be produced more quickly. The SATO M5900RV version of the direct thermal M5900 has a RISC processor for faster response and quicker data handling. It can also...

Triumph for small characters.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The new Videojet Triumph from Marconi Data Systems is said to represent a breakthrough in the ink jet industry as the first small character printer to apply the reliability and low-maintenance of dye-based systems to the needs of opaque ink...

Protecting electronics.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Static Control Components offers a complete system for packaging and protecting sensitive electronic components and assemblies from static and moisture. The range includes moisture barrier bags, desiccants, humidity indicators, warning labels...

Seal it with a coil.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Enercon Industries has introduced a new larger coil for use with its self-contained portable cap sealer, the Compaq Junior. The new coil is designed to seal containers up to 160mm in diameter. Tel: 01296 330542 Enercon Industries 488

The quick laser that won't burn PET.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Introduction of Marconi Data Systems' new 9 Micron Videojet LaserPro DM, Marconi Data Systems makes available a laser coder designed for flow wrap and PET coding applications. Whilst the specific wavelength ensures the laser does not burn flow...

Pull the bigger for bar code data.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Point-and-shoot, credit card-sized bar code scanner from Panasonic is said to simplify the scanning and storage of bar code data while also eliminating the need for cradles, cables and upload software. The handheld ZE-86 is easier to...

Keeping watch on water flow.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Standalone measuring station for continuous, accurate flow monitoring of remote water abstraction points has been launched by Krohne. The AquaMonitor is supplied as a complete package with electro-magnetic flowmeter, modem link, counter and...

Check out indoor air quality.(Q-Stat 8700 series)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
June 1, 2000... New model 8700 Q-State series available from Bristol Industrial and Research Associates, measures [CO.sub.2] concentrations and temperature, allowing the monitoring of indoor air quality. The Q-Stat is easy to install, available as a wall...

Staying cool and compact.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Power Cool range of compact chillers from Coolmation is purpose-designed for small-scale industrial and process cooling uses requiring up to 70kW of cooling. Incorporating 11 closely range-rated models and based on the latest refrigeration...

Stacking up flue analysis options.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Suitable for a wide range of applications from professional burner and boiler contractors as well as process emission monitoring, the Testo 350 is a portable system to measure stack and flue velocity, ambient humidity, [O.sub.2] CO, NO,...

Portable oxy-analysis.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Ideal for the verification of oxygen concentration in industrial gas manufacture and for oxygen transfilling, the compact 575 portable paramagnetic oxygen analyser from Servomex has a 4 1/2-digit, 0.5in LCD that shows oxygen concentrations from...

Skimming the water.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Easy to install, and designed for use where environmental conditions require a rugged oil-skimming device, Oil Boss from Abanaki Corporation can be used in high humidity atmospheres. The belt on the stainless steel unit operates on a motor and...

Oil-stain removal.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... For removing stains caused by oil spills, fluid leaks in machine shops and fuel drips in bunded storage areas, Blue Diamond has introduced Blozyme OTB. The liquid works on most hard surfaces including paving and concrete, and is easy to apply....

Keypads at the double.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... High-speed bespoke service producing silicone rubber keypads has been introduced by Silicone Fabrication Services. These long-life keypads can be tailored to exacting application require-ments, with any number of keys in any size, shape and...

Drying glues and inks.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Latest high-frequency glue and ink dryer from Machine Technology has been developed for water-based glues and inks. It is available as a replacement for existing dryers and requires less energy than conventional hot air or infrared systems. ...

Steel's protective coat.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... SSAB Swedish Steel's new hot rolled Domex 550W and cold reduced DOCOL 700W have been developed for the container industry. However, they are also suitable for uses such as fabrication of railway carriages, vehicle chassis and bridges etc. An...

Microbes clean up on a greasy diet.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Using advanced bioremediation technology, the ZYMO 2000 series parts washers from PPM Instruments are engineered to clean away grime, grease build-up and other contaminants from components in total safety. Water-based surfactant formulated...

A peek at polymer bearings.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Accro-Seal has selected Victrex Peek polymer-based Accrolon to offer a non-metallic alternative for babbit, bronze and Gatke bearings on the dryer drums the company supplies to the pulp and paper industry. Accrolon 9039 is a proprietary...

Paints shield against static.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... From shielding and static control specialist TBA comes a range of paints and painting services for EMI shielding and static protection. Services range from the supply of paints, through coating of free issue parts to custom moulding and...

Fluids dispensed without waste.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The new 725HF-SS dispense valve from EFD accurately dispenses up to 12 ounces of solutions, lotions, creams without over-filling, under-filling or waste. Designed to dispense consistent, repeatable volumes of low-to-high-viscosity...

Rent-a-tug.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Hire option from MasterMover allows users flexibility on hire period, a switch to a revenue expense item as opposed to capital cost, plus the possibility of purchase and upgrade for their hired machine. All units have a special coupling to suit...

Truck options.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New from Palletower are two versions of flat bed platform truck aimed at industrial warehousing or cash and carry work. They are robustly constructed with a mild steel tubular frame and sealed plywood deck, sprung in the case of the Nestable...

Safety gate.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Safety access gate by Vanriet is for installation in lengthy conveyor runs. The gate can he lifted to provide a handy crossing point for more direct access to exit points in an emergency, as well as helping to reduce travelling distances. ...

HEAVYWEIGHT LOADS ON THE MOVE.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Continual lifting and palletising of heavy inert items, such as large quantities of bagged cement and sand, can be problematic. One solution from Comau Estil is a robust robotic handling cell with the ability to handle and palletise heavy bags...

Conductive storage combats static.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... From TBA comes a conductive interlocking storage system consisting of a range of modular drawers offering a flexible solution designed to grow with user needs. Moulded from TBA's own conductive polystyrene, the ECP 1172 and ECP 1173...

Stacks of new pallet trucks.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Following its acquisition of LAFIS, Atlet offers the Compact range of pedestrian-operated pallet transporters and stackers of more than a dozen models, from basic pallet transporters to twin-level goods sorting equipment. The trucks suit...

Compact carousel.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Mid-duty vertical storage carousel from Autoscan, the Bertello VISTAmag, allows users to improve parts and sub-assembly storage in areas if traditional racking is impractical due to lack of space or if more streamlined monitored storage is...

Three wheeler for tight spaces.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Yale Materials Handling's new three-wheel electronic counterbalanced truck is a cost-effective machine said to be particularly useful in situations where space is limited. The RCF truck is offered in capacities of 1000kg, 1250kg and 1500kg. ...

Carriers are laser guided.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New range of AGVs from Eisenmann eliminate the need for separate storage cranes and expensive distribution and retrieval conveyor systems. The AGV load carrier can serve a warehouse up to a height of 8m with a low level transfer of 290mm...

Look before you convey.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Computer simulation of conveyor systems in operation before installation is now available as part of the design process provided by European Conveyor Systems. Developed by BYG Systems, the simulation package enables customers to see how...

Shelving ideas.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... From Welconstruct comes their new Quinton range of shelving. This standard duty shelving has a maximum bay loading of 2500kg with shelves at no more than 750mm centres. Heavy-duty wide span shelving has a maximum bay loading of 4000kg with...

Roll out the drums.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The Barrel Hawk Raptor from Contact enables 210-litre drums to be transported around the workplace without any manual handling. The beak-style grad grips the rim of the drum, allowing the drums to be lifted hydraulically. Tel: 01686 622211...

Picker turns on the power.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Crown's new GPC 2040S low-level picker offers fully electronic powered steering and laden travel speeds of 9.5kph. Only six wheel revolution are required to turn the wheels through 180 degrees, while the arrangement of the controls is said...

Spiralling into control.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Materials handling and conveyor systems manufacturer Ethos Corporation has introduced a new range of spiral conveyors aimed primarily at the printing and food manufacture sectors. Available with up to 20 tiers and a maximum conveyor length...

Trucks at full tilt.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Universal tilt trucks from H.C. Slingsby incorporate rotationally moulded bodies with a rugged rim construction to increase durability. Two models are available: the ZYDO 101 ([0.38m.sup.3] capacity) and the ZYDO 102 ([0.76m.sup.3]). Tel:...

Low loading trailer.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New low loader tow trailer has been designed and developed by Waldens Trucks. Carrying dimensions of 2.25m long and 0.84m wide provide the capability for three of Walden's standard roll cages to be positioned within the individual compartments....

Conveying by pneumatics.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Precision weighing and metering specialist Rospen Industries is now engineering and manufacturing a range of pneumatic conveying systems. Systems available include lean and medium phase, positive and negative pressure conveying for...

Drawer shelving is made for heavy use.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The KIND integrated drawer shelving system has been developed for high-density storage. Available in varying heights and widths, the systems can be fitted with fixed or fully extending shelves, and a range of drawers. Designed for...

Platform gives a lift.
June 1, 2000... Megamat has extended its range of Megalift vertical storage and retrieval systems to include a new `type 75' model for heavy-duty applications tip to 750kg per tray. The lift has a centre platform with an extraction mechanism. This...

Safe and sealed conveying.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Newly developed range of dedicated hygienic equipment for the automatic conveying of pharmaceutical powders and dry solids has been developed by Spiroflow. Systems can be used for a range of applications including rigid IBCs, tabletting...

Drums moved with little effort.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Southworth Handling's new LEV Drum Mover is designed to lift and move steel or plastic-rimmed drums from a pallet or from the floor. The machine has a 350kg capacity. In operation, it uses its integral clamp to grip the rim of the drum at...

Improving stock location control.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Chess Logistics Technology's Stock Location Control System is a software application designed to maximise warehouse productivity through efficient stock rotation and optimum utilisation of space. Used to support in-house and third party...

Monorail carries all.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... The 275L STS Monorail from Stewart Gill is capable of carrying loads up to 30kg and ideally suits applications such as product finishing, garment handling, automotive component transportation, furniture manufacturing and domestic appliance...

Slim pickings.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New from Vanriet is a slim-line conveyor slat, said to increase throughput but without increasing conveyor speed. An aluminium extrusion allows Vanriet to use a slat 100mm wide in its sliding shoe sortation systems. As each item requires at...

Containers can reach new heights.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Teknis range of WEZ electrostatic discharge containers has been extended with the new 320mm height in the 600 x 400 and 400 x 300mm sizes. The new height is available in the standard and flat base container ranges, with or without handle...

Storage space or small parts.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... All-new Autolock high-security, high-density storage system is amongst the upgraded and expanded range of small parts storage and tool handling equipment now available from Polstore. Following a new marketing agreement with a major European...

Tailored workstations.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... As well as a range of standard individual benches, Welconstruct is now offering industry the opportunity to design individual workstations from its range of Hyslide drawer storage units, tool cupboards, worktops and other accessories. Tel:...

Weld head modules.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... A new series of weld head modules, ideal for micro-joining applications in lighting, automotive, and electrical assembly, is now available from Townsend Coates. Specifically designed for use in automated assembly systems, the 400 Series may be...

High-speed feeding.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New range of high-speed centrifugal rotary feeders from Alphamation offer feed rates of 2000 parts/minute and come in a range of diameters from 600mm to 2000mm. The rotary feeders can orientate and feed a range of parts, from very small items a...

Tunnel washer stays on track.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... New range of modular conveyors from Vixen Surface Treatments is designed to enhance the existing Tristar conveyor tunnel washing system by allowing users to specify a machine to suit specific requirements. Manufactured in stainless steel,...

An instant connection.(aluminum pipework)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Simplair, supplier of anodised aluminium air pipework, has designed its new HOTTAP, to provide instant connections into compressed air pipework systems. The HOTTAP allows users to drill into their piping under full working pressure and fit...

Pressure eases off with hydraulic supports.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Enerpac's range of WFL/WSL hydraulic work supports are designed to deliver reduced minimum working pressures and lower deflection during routine machining cycles. The range features four capacities to a maximum resistance force of 44kN and...

A focus for remote welding.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... High-speed remote welding system developed by Rofin-Sinar can operate at a rate of up to 85 spot welds/minute. It does this by switching between weld sites at a speed of up to 400m/minute. This is achieved by directing the laser beam to the...

At a pinch ...(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Twintec's latest pinch valve aims to solve the problems of remote flow control, contamination, corrosion and explosion. This air-operated, normally open, two-way valve uses a 20mm piston to provide complete on/off control of media flowing...

Drum pumping.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... With the turn of a knob, the compressed air-powered reversible Drum Vac will quickly fill or empty a 40 gallon drum. It attaches quickly to standard drum connections and no moving parts assure maintenance-free operation. Coolant sumps can be...

Valve is quick into position.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Latest modulating magnetic valve from the Landis & Staefa Division of Siemens Building Technologies provides HVAC systems and process engineering with fast positioning rates (under two seconds), virtually infinite stroke resolution and...

Safely under lock and key.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... For situations where valves are actuated by means of pneumatic, hydraulic or electrical power sources, safety specialist Smith Flow Control can supply custom-designed key-exchange interlocks which are easily integrated into the actuator...

Low power valves can save energy.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... ASCO Joucomatic aims to help accelerate the use of safer and more energy efficient control systems in process environments by introducing a line of low power solenoid valves, rated from 1.4 to 1.7W and 0.4W for intrinsically safe operations. To...

Valves provide fast isolation.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... From Cimberio comes a new range of butterfly valves purpose-designed to provide fast, effective isolation points on larger diameter pipework systems. They are suitable for application in a wide range of industries from heating and air...

Keep it dry.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Sirai range of Dry valves from ASCO Joucomatic are direct acting valves with clear separation between some of the internal parts and the medium -- hence the term Dry. The range includes two and three-way types with operation via lever or...

Oil-free pumps can aid gas analysis.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... With the increasing need to monitor exhaust gas emissions from flues, stacks and vehicles, Charles Austen Pumps has introduced a range of oil-free diaphragm pumps specifically designed to transfer the typical gases involved between the sampling...

Valves relieve the pressure.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Range of EWO pressure relief valves from British Engineering Productions are available in five styles with port sizes from 1/8 to 3/4 in BSP. Orifice diameter are up to 10mm for a maximum exhaust capacity of 10,000 litres/minute. Precision...

Making a DIN.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2000... Sempell's S-DIN range of spring-operated safety relief valves with DIN connections complement the existing S Series range which was previously only available with ANSI connections. The rigidly constructed S-DIN units can be easily retrofitted...