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World's largest linear friction welding machine 29/01/2010
Developers claim to have created the world's largest linear friction welding machine, capable of welding a suface area of 10.000mm2 - nearly twice as much as previously achieved – and which breaks the record of weld forge load at 100tonnes.
IFM announces newest range of tiny photocells 28/01/2010
IFM Electronic has announced a new range of tiny photocells, designed to detect small objects accurately from a distance, where space is an issue.
ACAL to unveil liquid cathode fuel cell power module 27/01/2010
A new development in fuel cell technology by ACAL Energy is to be unveiled at FC Expo 2010.
Composites show rewards innovation 25/01/2010
This year's JEC Composites Show in Paris will play host to an Innovation Awards Programme which will see 11 companies and their partners receive awards.
Delegates to debate 'world changing innovations' 21/01/2010
An inaugural meeting to consider 'world changing innovations, products and processes' has been set up for international designers and senior representatives from UK universities.
Risk assessment software covers new machinery safety directive 21/01/2010
Laidler Associates has announced the latest version of its software system which it says provides up to the minute guidance on risk assessments for the working environment, CE marking to the Machinery Directive and Puwer 98.
SICK extends bar code benefits 20/01/2010
Reading of 1D barcodes and 2D Data Matrix ECC200 codes for product traceability, safety and identification is now available under hazardous area conditions with the new SICK ICR840-2 ATEX image code readers.
Venture capital fund in green technologies 20/01/2010
Power generation specialist, Alstom and energy management company, Schneider Electric, have announced that they are joining forces to launch a new venture capital fund.
Clamped on masses reduce rail noise up by 6dB 18/01/2010
Corus Rail has devised a clamp on damper for railway track that it says reduces noise by an average of 4 to 6dB(A), depending on the form of the track.
Electromagnetic pulse drills 30mm hole in steel sheet 15/01/2010
A group of researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology has found a way to use an electromagnetic pulse to shape and punch holes through steel. According to the researchers, this could transform manufacturing by doing away with the need to use large presses.
Glasses cases incorporate innovative clear plastic material 14/01/2010
A British design and innovation company has engineered and manufactured an innovative clear glasses case using a new clear plastic material made by DuPont.
New technology helps sensors endure extreme temperatures 14/01/2010
Researchers claim to have developed a new technology that makes pressure sensors more robust, enabling them to continue operating normally at temperatures up to 250°C.
Schaeffler plant produces one millionth ball screw drive 14/01/2010
Precision bearings and automotive components supplier The Schaeffler Group has reached an important milestone after the company produced its one millionth ball screw drive for electromechanical steering systems.
G50 series race cars use specialist pressure sensors 13/01/2010
Leeds based Ginetta Cars has selected Variohm EuroSensor EPT3100 pressure transducers to monitor oil, fuel and water pressure across all of its G50 series race cars.
Flying car creators choose CATIA 12/01/2010
The creator of 'street legal' flying car has chosen CATIA software to design and develop the vehicle's beta prototype.
Plasma cutters speed up production of Royal Navy aircraft carriers 12/01/2010
Techserv Cutting Systems Ltd, a specialist manufacturer of CNC profile cutting systems, has delivered four HS 4000 high definition precision plasma cutters to the UK's Aircraft Carrier Alliance (ACA).
Sensors endure temperatures up to 400°F 12/01/2010
US based manufacturer Macro Sensors is serving the petroleum industry with lvdt based linear position sensors used for position feedback control of down hole drilling equipment such as bore scopes that measure the ID of the drilled hole.
PTC programme drives Scalextric Challenge 11/01/2010
PTC, in consultation with Hornby Hobbies, has developed a comprehensive programme for the Scalextric4schools Design/Make/Race Challenge.
Yamazaki Mazak supports engineering education 11/01/2010
Yamazaki Mazak has installed two vertical Centre Nexus 410A-II vertical machining centres and a Quick Turn Nexus 200-II 2-axis CNC lathe at Burnley College.
Improved tilt measurement on indicators 08/01/2010
A range of five digit panel meters offering improved tilt measurement system versatility and performance has been unveiled by Sherborne Sensors.
UAV engine weighs 'up to 30% less' than current solutions 08/01/2010
Plextek has launched a medium altitude long endurance (MALE) UAV engine which it says weighs up to 30% less than current solutions in its class.
Technology Strategy Board invests in high value manufacturing 07/01/2010
More than 180 small and medium sized British companies are to share nearly £6.5million from the Technology Strategy Board to stimulate innovation in a range of technologies.
TSB backs feasibility projects 07/01/2010
The Technology Strategy Board has announced an investment of £5million in 22 new research and development feasibility projects addressing high value manufacturing. This is the third investment the TSB has made in high value manufacturing in the last 18 months, taking the amount invested in this area to nearly £50 million, funding more than 80 projects.
Laser etching technology wins design award 05/01/2010
An innovative laser etching technology launched in September has won a prestigious iF Product Design award.
Smart turbines able to 'predict' the wind 05/01/2010
The world's first successful test on a wind turbine with a laser based anemometer built into the spinner has been completed by Danish company Risø DTU.
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