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specifier
the product guide for engineering design

SPRINGS

BEARINGS CAD

FASTENERS

DRIVES MOTORS

PUMPS

GEARS PLASTICS SENSORS


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contents

E
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But without the right tools, innovation


specifier
the product guide for engineering design

SPRINGS

CAD
becomes well-nigh impossible. It is BEARINGS

therefore imperative that the modern design FASTENERS

engineer knows what is out there to ensure his DRIVES MOTORS

PUMPS

or her design is as effective as it can possibly be.


GEARS PLASTICS SENSORS

How often have we heard about a design or

project that appeared to be going nowhere, only


TECHNOLOGY SECTORS
to be saved by the discovery of a product or

technique that allowed it to fulfil its potential?


Design Software 3
This is where Specifier comes in. By giving

Eureka’s readers even more information about


Fasteners & Adhesives 7
products and services, we want to ensure that

they have a guide to what’s new, what’s Hydraulics & Pneumatics 15


effective and what’s relevant to them.

The key to your project’s success could well be Materials 19


found in the pages of this publication. Can you

afford not to read it? Mechanical Components 25

Paul Fanning Power Transmission,


Editor
Drives & Controls 29

Rapid Prototyping 35

Sensors, Test & Measurement 39


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design
software
3DVIA Composer - Revolutionise the
way you document products 5
www.3ds.com/ukisa

DELMIA – Digital manufacturing and


production 5
www.3ds.com/ukisa

CATIA – Virtual design for product


excellence 5
www.3ds.com/ukisa

ENOVIA – Collaborative Product


Lifecycle Management 5
www.3ds.com/ukisa

SIMULIA – Realistic simulation for


engineering quality 6
www.3ds.com/ukisa

EPLAN Platform goes 3D 6


www.eplan.co.uk

Delcam updates CAM for SolidWorks 6


www.delcam.com

STHENO/PRO aids drawing management 6


www.cad-schroer.com

Sponsored by
Dassault Systemes

www.3ds.com/ukisa
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“What about putting a gym in the plane?”


Laura, age 10.

With 3D, your customers are your best designers.


Working in 3D lets you integrate your customers’ preferences into your project
more easily than ever, even online. Together, you can create, share and
experience your ideas - all in 3D. With Dassault Systèmes solutions, your
company is empowered by a new, universal language to invent the products of
the future.

Discover SolidWorks, CATIA, SIMULIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA and 3DVIA at


www.3ds.com

© Dassault Systèmes 2007. All rights reserved. CATIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, SIMULIA, SolidWorks and 3D VIA are registered trademarks of Dassault Systèmes or
its subsidiaries in the US and/or other countries.
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design software
3DVIA Composer - Revolutionise the CATIA – Virtual design for product
way you document products excellence
Create interactive CATIA is Dassault
product documentation, Systèmes solution for
animation, technical product design and
illustrations and more. By innovation. Many
reusing digital product thousands of companies
definition data including 3D design data and in multiple industries
bills-of-material information, 3DVIA Composer worldwide have chosen
revolutionizes the product documentation the virtual design capabilities of CATIA to ensure
process for enterprises of all sizes. their products’ success. CATIA delivers solutions
With its easy-to-use, desktop content-creation for enterprises from large OEMs through their
system, 3DVIA Composer effectively automates supply chains to Small and Medium Businesses.
processes that are crucial for success in the CATIA continues to support customers for
marketplace. By using 3DVIA Composer, production and improving quality in all domains
enterprises can quickly and easily automate and industries. CATIA supports product
their deliverable production processes while engineering from initial specification to product
reducing costs and improving quality. in service in a fully integrated manner.
E: tlo@3ds.com E: tlo@3ds.com
T: +44 (0) 247 685 7400 T: +44 (0) 247 685 7400

www.3ds.com/ukisa www.3ds.com/ukisa

DELMIA – Digital manufacturing and ENOVIA – Collaborative Product


production Lifecycle Management
DELMIA Digital Manufacturing ENOVIA is a PLM
Solutions allow solution that delivers
manufacturers to virtually and drives collaborative
define, plan, create, monitor innovation enabling
and control production everyone to work within
processes. From early process planning and “a single version of the
assembly simulation to a complete definition of truth”. ENOVIA key benefits:
the production facility and equipment, DELMIA • A single collaborative innovation platform for
assists companies in optimising efficiency. managing engineering and business
DELMIA key benefits include: Early definition intellectual property.
and analysis of production processes; • Online product creation to perform cross-
Collaborative innovation platform throughout discipline design and engineering.
the entire production process; Intuitive 3D User • Ready-to-use industry proven business
Interface; Increased Worker Productivity and processes.
Safety; and Ready-to-use Industry • Intuitive user interface.
Manufacturing and Production processes. • Low Total Cost of Ownership.
E: tlo@3ds.com E: tlo@3ds.com
T: +44 (0) 247 685 7400 T: +44 (0) 247 685 7400

www.3ds.com/ukisa www.3ds.com/ukisa

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design software
SIMULIA – Realistic simulation for Delcam updates CAM for SolidWorks
engineering quality
SIMULIA delivers a scalable Delcam has launched
portfolio of simulation the 2011 version of
solutions, including CATIA Delcam for
Analysis, the Abaqus product SolidWorks, its
suite for Unified Finite Element integrated CAM
Analysis, multiphysics solutions for insight into system for
challenging engineering problems, and lifecycle SolidWorks. This new release includes
management solutions for managing simulation comprehensive options for the programming of
data, processes, and IP. Key benefits include: turning and mill-turn equipment, alongside the
Capture simulation knowledge, deploy approved company’s industry-leading technology for
methods, manage applications, and share drilling and two- through five-axis milling. This
simulation results; Evaluate and improve product expanded range of strategies will allow users to
performance; Manage design and simulation IP program everything from lathes up to mill-turn
simultaneously; Consolidate legacy applications equipment, more quickly, more reliably and
with scalable simulation; and leverage more easily than with other integrated CAM
computing resources for HPC simulation. systems.
E: tlo@3ds.com E: marketing@delcam.com
T: +44 (0) 247 685 7400 T: 0121 683 1081

www.3ds.com/ukisa www.delcam.com

EPLAN Platform goes 3D STHENO/PRO aids drawing management

EPLAN Pro Panel offers CAD Schroer has


specific 3D released version 5.0 of
functionalities to define STHENO/PRO. From
electrical and fluid advanced DXF/DWG
engineering mounting integration and editing
layouts. The module to the creation of
starts with the brand-new 3D technology of the automated drawing routines, the powerful
EPLAN Platform und facilitates a design process drafting system fits the bill in any
across various disciplines based on a common Pro/ENGINEER-centric company needing to
database. EPLAN Pro Panel can be used to integrate, edit, generate or maintain 2D
produce standardised mounting and production drawings.
drawings quickly and easily with associative With a focus on design productivity and
model views. It offers all necessary functions for usability, STHENO/PRO boasts a new UI and
populating mounting panels or defining power many functional enhancements to further
units and valve blocks, based on EPLAN Electric speed up intelligent 2D drafting and editing in a
P8 or EPLAN Fluid. Pro/ENGINEER environment.
E: info@eplan.co.uk E: info@cad-schroer.com
T: 01709 704 100 T: 01223 460408

www.eplan.co.uk www.cad-schroer.com

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fasteners &
adhesives
Even better threadlockers 9 Epoxy Adhesive Meets 450°F Challenge 12
www.loctite.co.uk www.masterbond.com

Radically improved instant adhesive 9 Exceptionally fast epoxy adhesive


www.loctite.com resists 4K to 400°F 12
www.masterbond.com
Engineering adhesives from Techsil 9
www.techsil.co.uk UV curable adhesive/sealant is easily
removable 12
Double-sided filmic tapes 9 www.masterbond.com
www.tesa.co.uk
New range of A2 & A4 Stainless Steel
Double-sided foam tapes 10 Fasteners 13
www.tesa.co.uk www.anixtercomponents.com

Heat-activated films 10 Fastener family extended 13


www.tesa.co.uk www.pemnet.com

New preferential series line-Q! 10 Sealant Protects Zinc Tri-Chrome Surfaces 13


www.tox-uk.com www.birchwoodcasey.com

Tailored pressforces with standard EcoStud solves the problem of critical


components 10 bolting 13
www.tox-uk.com www.arnold-wragg.com

The simple way to make wheels safe 11 Latches meet range of closure needs 14
www.safe-wheels.com www.emka.co.uk

Lower costs for maintenance and repair 11 The realities of adhesive curing with LEDs 14
www.nord-lock.com www.intertronics.co.uk

Adhesive has exceptionally high Careful and efficient cleaning 14


thermal conductivity 11 www.weber-ultrasonics.de
www.masterbond.com
System solution with RIVTEX 14
Non-drip adhesive meets NASA www.arnold-uk.com
specifications 11
www.masterbond.com

Epoxy potting compound has low Sponsored by Henkel


viscosity and high flexibility 12
www.masterbond.com

www.loctitesolutions.com/uk
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01442 278100
www.loctite.co.uk

Advice on adhesives

What kind of surface preparation do we need cases, 2-part epoxies are available in pre-
Q for adhesives? measured twin cartridge packaging. This
arrangement helps eliminate the possibility of the
For threadlocking and many sealing compounds, ‘incorrect mix’ and produces consistent bond
A “as received” surfaces with thin films of oil are strengths.
acceptable. Only the removal of heavy grease or
contamination is necessary to achieve adequate
adhesive performance. For structural adhesives
Q How should an adhesive be used on a bolt
that is being inserted into a blind hole?
and instant adhesives, surface treatment is more
critical and testing must be run to determine the Fitting the well-machined component into a blind
acceptable level required in order to withstand
A hole can cause a major issue. That’s because as
the environment and the loads being subjected to the bolt is torqued up, the air trapped in the cavity
the bond. under the bolt becomes pressurised. This air will
force its way up the bolt – the threads being the
I’ve been told that I can use an adhesive with path of least resistance. If adhesive has been
Q an interference fit. Just how does this work? applied in the normal manner, then this, too, will
be forced out. To overcome this problem, the
Adhesives flow into all the surface irregularities - adhesive should be applied to the base of the
A no matter how minute and allow a full metal-to- hole. Then, as the bolt is screwed down, the
metal contact. However, one obvious question is adhesive is forced up the threads providing a
how do you prevent the adhesive from being reliable lock.
scraped off the surfaces when using an
interference fit? Incorporating a chamfer into the
design allows the product to flow into the surface
irregularities over the bond area.

How important is mix/ratio accuracy of two


Q part epoxy adhesives?

The mix ratio of two-part epoxy adhesives is more


A critical than with acrylic adhesives and is perhaps
the single most important processing parameter
in order to achieve the best results. In many

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fasteners & adhesives


Even better threadlockers Engineering adhesives from Techsil

Medium strength Techsil has added ThreeBond’s


Loctite 243 and high structural adhesives to its extensive
strength Loctite 270 range of adhesives, sealants and
are now more oil encapsulants. These products are
tolerant than part of Japan’s best kept secrets in
previous grades, electronics and automotive sectors
enabling them to be and offer real performance benefits
used more readily for customers. Examples are:
on ‘as received’ parts -including those TB1530 – a one-part, elastic moisture curing
contaminated with engine oils, corrosion adhesive with excellent weather resistance, high
prevention oils and cutting fluids. Their adhesion strength, good peel strength, high
temperature resistance has been increased to initial strength and is environmentally friendly.
180°C and, just as important, the adhesives will TB7738 Cyanoacrylates – offer ultra high peel
cure on passive materials including Trivalent and impact resistance. Produced as semi-gel’s
chrome, stainless steel, aluminium, nickel and they are used where conventional instant
zinc plated surfaces. adhesives would not be considered.
E: technicalservice.loctite@uk.henkel.com E: mick.beeson@techsil.co.uk
T: 01442 278100 T: 01789 773232

www.loctite.co.uk www.techsil.co.uk

Radically improved instant adhesive Double-sided filmic tapes

Loctite 3090 is a new tesa double-sided filmic


two-part tapes are ideal for
cyanoacrylate that bonding smooth surfaces.
allows any exposed The carriers have a high
adhesive outside of have a high tear strength,
the joint to harden good electrical insulation
within minutes – removing the need for a post- and the thinner, PET film
assembly activator. In addition, gap sizes up to based products, an ability to conform to
5mm can be readily accommodated and the gel irregular surfaces, ensuring a high surface
viscosity means it is suitable for vertical or contact to the substrate(s) thus improving
overhead application. adhesion. The tackified acrylic adhesive
It can be used on plastic, rubber, wood, stone, provides a high performance bond and holding
leather, fabric or metal and can withstand a power. Additional benefits are a temperature
force of 20N/mm2. 3090 comes in a pack resistance range from -40°C up to 200°C,
containing a dual syringe with seven mixer excellent resistance to humidity, chemicals and
nozzles. solvents, UV light as well as plasticisers.
E: technicalservice.loctite@uk.henkel.com E: ukenquiry@tesa.com
T: 01442 278100 T: 01908 500235

www.loctite.com www.tesa.co.uk

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fasteners & adhesives


Double-sided foam tapes New preferential series line-Q!

A range of high-performance, Line-Q drives from TOX offer


double-sided foam tapes the known advantages of
with exceptional bonding the pneumo-hydraulic TOX-
characteristics, temperature Powerpackages: power
and solvent resistance that supply and handling like a pneumatic cylinder,
makes them suitable for exterior applications, is but also provide power and press force like a
available from tesa UK. Gaps resulting from hydraulic cylinder; pure pneumatic operation
design tolerances and uneven surfaces can be but with reduced consumption and
accommodated by the closed cell foam backing, consequently utmost energy efficiency.
which also offers dampening and shock Additionally they come with short delivery dates
absorption. Additionally the foam compensates and attractive pricing of the preferential series.
for the thermal expansion and contraction of They are guaranteed for 10 million strokes
dissimilar materials. Recently granted TÜV and within 12 months without shift limitation.10-277
UL 1703 certificates for this group of products kN Press force at 6 bar air pressure. Total stroke
confirm their suitability for use in solar panel 100 and 200 mm, power stroke 12 to 52mm,
construction and outdoor applications. Working air pressure is 2- 6 bar.
E: ukenquiry@tesa.com E: sales@tox-uk.com
T: 01908 500235 T: 01785 887903

www.tesa.co.uk www.tox-uk.com

Heat-activated films Tailored pressforces with standard


components
Heat activated The supply and power spectrum of
adhesive films are TOX Presses comprises the large range
thermosetting products from 0,5 to 2000 kN pressforce. Based
based on a phenolic on a thoroughly standardised
resin and nitrile rubber. component and module construction
They are not tacky at kit, tailored presses can be built for a
room temperature and require a combination of universal and flexible application and
heat and pressure. After curing they offer a very use. Alternatively the presses can be equipped
high bond strength – up to 5 times that of with three different drives: TOX-Powerpackage
normal pressure-sensitive, double-sided tapes, (pneumo-hydraulic drive cylinder), TOX hydraulic
temperature resistance from -50°C to 500°C , cylinder, TOX-ElectricDrive (electro-mechanic
excellent ageing, chemical and solvent servo drive unit with pressforce from 0,5 to 400
resistance , as well as being both flexible and kN). These drive modules are installed in most
elastic due to the rubber component. tesa HAF different press series so that, with the help of
films are suitable for bonding metal, glass, the construction kit, the perfect press can be
wood, textiles and plastics. configured for each application.
E: ukenquiry@tesa.com E: sales@tox-uk.com
T: 01908 500235 T: 01785 887903

www.tesa.co.uk www.tox-uk.com

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fasteners & adhesives


The simple way to make wheels safe Adhesive has exceptionally high
thermal conductivity
Wheel nuts loosen while Master Bond
driving. This unfortunate EP21AN is a
and long standing truth two-part epoxy resin
can lead to a wheel falling system with a
off, which can result in thermal conductivity
disastrous consequences. >22Btu inch ft2 hr°F.
Now there is a simple and cost-effective way to Its dielectric strength
ensure that a vehicle has safe wheels – a of >400 volts/mil and
solution that will increase the competitiveness volume resistivity
of the vehicle and enhance your safety >1013 ohm cm make
reputation. it an outstanding electrical insulator.
Based on our patented wedge locking It has a non-critical one-to-one mix ratio by
technology, the Nord-Lock wheel nut secures weight or volume and cures readily at ambient
wheels by maintaining a high clamp force under temperatures. Its coefficient of thermal
severe operating conditions. A tightened Nord- expansion is 18-20 x 10-6 in/in/°C.
Lock wheel nut cannot loosen by itself. http://masterbond.com/tds/ep21an.html
E: enquiries@nord-lock.co.uk E: technical@masterbond.com
T: 01980 847129 T: +1 201 343 8983

www.safe-wheels.com www.masterbond.com

Lower costs for maintenance and repair Non-drip adhesive meets NASA
specifications
NORD-LOCK offers a Master Bond’s EP21ND-LO is a
safe bolt locking system versatile, two-component, room-
that does not rely on temperature-curing epoxy
traditional techniques to adhesive. It offers superior
secure the fastener. This durability, excellent dimensional
system uses tension stability, and outstanding chemical resistance.
instead of friction to EP21ND-LO has the unusual characteristic of
secure bolted joints. The proven wedge locking being able to adjust the properties of the cured
method, meeting DIN 25201, is superior to any system if the mix ratio is altered. Adding more
traditional method. part A (e.g., 2:1 mix ratio) will give a more rigid
The NORD-LOCK system in-corporates a pair of cure, while adding more part B (e.g., 1:2 mix
washers that have cam faces on one side with a ratio) gives a more forgiving cure. Additionally,
cam angle ‘α’ greater than the thread angle ‘β’. EP21ND-LO can be applied without sagging or
In addition, there are radical teeth on the dripping even on vertical surfaces.
opposite side. The pre-assembled washers are http://www.masterbond.com/lp/tabs/tp_pp_low
installed in pairs, cam face to cam face. outgas.html
E: enquiries@nord-lock.co.uk E: technical@masterbond.com
T: 01980 847129 T: +1 201 343 8983

www.nord-lock.com www.masterbond.com

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fasteners & adhesives


Epoxy potting compound has low Exceptionally fast epoxy adhesive
viscosity and high flexibility resists 4K to 400°F
Master Bond EP30FL New Master Bond EP51HT
is a two-component, is a two-component, room
flexibilized epoxy temperature curing epoxy
potting/encapsulation adhesive with a non-
compound for high critical one-to-one mix
performance ratio by weight or volume.
applications. EP30FL EP51HT has a 5-minute
has superior electrical gel time at ambient
insulation properties temperatures. It exhibits excellent bond strength
and resistance to impact. It is formulated to to similar and dissimilar substrates and resists
cure at room temperatures and has from 4K to 400°F. It offers long-term durability,
exceptionally low shrinkage after cure. EP30FL dimensional stability and resistance to many
has high bond strength to similar and dissimilar chemicals. EP51HT does not contain any
substrates and will resist 4K to 250°F. Resistance solvents or diluents and can be applied on
to thermal cycling and shock is outstanding. vertical surfaces without sagging or dripping.
http://masterbond.com/tds/ep30fl.html http://www.masterbond.com/tds/ep51ht.html
E: technical@masterbond.com E: technical@masterbond.com
T: +1 201 343 8983 T: +1 201 343 8983

www.masterbond.com www.masterbond.com

Epoxy Adhesive Meets 450°F Challenge UV curable adhesive/sealant is easily


removable
Engineers have steadily pushed Disassembly just got easier
the performance requirements with Master Bond UV14-3
for adhesives to even higher one-component
service temperatures. To meet bonding/sealing compound.
this challenge, Master Bond has It removes easily upon
successfully formulated a high- exposure to most
temperature resistant, two-part epoxy adhesive conventional solvents such as acetone, MEK,
system called EP45HT. This product has been etc. It cures rapidly upon exposure to UV light at
extensively tested and is capable of room temperatures. Maximum absorption of UV
withstanding long-term exposures at energy takes place in the 250-365 nanometer
temperatures as high as 400-450°F. range. It requires no mixing, and its low
Furthermore, it can successfully withstand viscosity of 8000 cps makes for ease of
shorter exposures up to 500-550°F. It also offers application. Environmentally friendly, no
a very high glass transition temperature and solvents or other volatiles are released during
excellent long-term strength retention at 450°F. cure.
http://masterbond.com/tds/ep45ht.html http://masterbond.com/tds/uv14-3.html
E: technical@masterbond.com E: technical@masterbond.com
T: +1 201 343 8983 T: +1 201 343 8983

www.masterbond.com www.masterbond.com

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fasteners & adhesives


New range of A2 & A4 Stainless Steel Sealant Protects Zinc Tri-Chrome
Fasteners Surfaces
Anixter Component Clearlok Polyurethane Sealant
Solutions has launched from Birchwood Casey provides
a new range of metric a clear, hard, high gloss
Stainless Steel male protective finish over trivalent
and female threaded zinc chromate finishes without
fasteners in A2 and A4 significant dimensional change.
grades; ideal for The Clearlok Polyurethane
applications where coating is designed to enhance the durability
enhanced corrosion resistance is paramount. and sales appeal of the newer trivalent
The range covers drive styles including Slotted, chromates used over zinc plated surfaces.
Pozi and hexagon socket, as well as Tamper Clearlok enhances the appearance and gloss of
Torx® drive for tamper proof fixing. Head styles the final finish while improving corrosion and
include Hexagon, Pan, Countersunk, Button and scratch resistance. Easily applied using a dip
Cap head. Stainless steel threaded rod tank process, the Clearlok water-based formula
(Allthread) is also available in sizes from M3 to dries quickly and rapidly achieves full hardness
M20. and scuff resistance.
E: sales@anixtercomponents.com
T: 01202 865222 T: 00 +1 800.328.6156

www.anixtercomponents.com www.birchwoodcasey.com

Fastener family extended EcoStud solves the problem of critical


bolting
The family of Atlas The EcoStud from Arnold
Plus+Tite blind Wragg, provides a cost
threaded steel inserts effective answer to the
has expanded with a safety risks caused by bolts
newly introduced and studs losing tension in
version featuring a operating conditions. It
straight shank design. combats fastener fatigue failures and leaking
This fastener joins Plus+Tite pre-bulbed inserts joints by combining a high-quality fastener and
in offering superior pullout resistance when an accurate tension controller within a single
installed permanently in plastics or thin sheet integral unit.
metal. Both types provide reliable and reusable With bolt or stud failure regularly identified as
threads for “blind” attachment applications, the cause of serious problems such as leaks in
including tubing and extrusions, where only one petrochemical plant, maintaining the correct
side is accessible for fastener installation and level of tension in studs has the potential to
component assembly. A single mating screw save money and significantly reduce safety
completes the final attachment process. risks.
E: pem@infast.com E: sales@arnold-wragg.com
T: 01246 459355 T: + 44 (0) 114 251 9050

www.pemnet.com www.arnold-wragg.com

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fasteners & adhesives


Latches meet range of closure needs Careful and efficient cleaning

The EMKA 6000 Weber Ultrasonics has


range of toggle developed an innovative 250
latches offers a kHz ultrasonic generator with
solution to a a power output of 250 and 500
wide range of Watt as well as transducers
closure needs matched for these
on boxes, cases, applications. The new
cabinets, access ultrasonic system allows the
panels, cladding panels and light assemblies. realisation of highly efficient,
These toggle latches feature spring (wire) or top-quality cleaning systems which are tailored
rigid closure as well as spring loaded vibration to suit requirements and offer a high level of
resistant mechanisms and may be secured by process safety.
key locks, padlocks (in various formats), Ultrasound allows parts to be cleaned within
pushbutton release mechanisms or by a simple short cleaning cycles and in line with demands
180º wing knob. Adjustable claw link operation in an economical, reproducible and
is also available to aid fitment. environmentally friendly manner for coarse, fine
E: emka@emka.co.uk and superfine cleaning.
T: 024 7661 6505 T: +49(0) 72 48 92 07-0

www.emka.co.uk www.weber-ultrasonics.de

The realities of adhesive curing with LEDs System solution with RIVTEX

Throughout the evolution of The RIVTEX system solution


LED curing systems, from Arnold Umformtechnik
inaccurate information has and Arnold & Shinjo is a high-
led to performance quality alternative to
shortfalls in the conventional welding. It cuts
marketplace and has parts assembly costs whilst
sometimes cost early assuring every quality
adopters both time and money. These requirement.
misapplications of LED technology have With the RIVTEX system studs and nuts are
spawned misinformation and an apprehension pressed into the ready-to-assemble sheet metal
to embrace the technology. A newly authored parts such that they do not fall out and are
white paper available from Intertronics by characterised by high twisting moments and
technology partner DYMAX called ‘LED Curing of press-out forces. The fastening process,
Light-Curable Materials – Unraveling the Myths controlled by intelligent tool technology,
and Realities’ reviews common misconceptions remains integrated in the press process and
and realities about LED curing technology. replaces at least one complete operation.
E: info@intertronics.co.uk E: info@arnold-umformtechnik.de
T: +44 (0)1865 842842 T: +49 7947 821-0

www.intertronics.co.uk www.arnold-uk.com

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hydraulics &
pneumatics
Compact industrial piston accumulator
up to 350 bar 17
www.simrit.com

Surface treatment eliminates sticking 17


www.simrit.com

Sealing elements meet high


requirements 17
www.simrit.com

Damping of pneumatic cylinders


optimised 17
www.simrit.com

Condensate Discharge Made Simple 18


www.thorite.co.uk

ARO-Flo Series clears the air for any tool


and any application 18
www.ingersollrandproducts.com

Valves prevent wasteful venting 18


www.burkert.co.uk

MISUMI offers additional thread design 18


www.misumi-europe.com

Sponsored by Freudenberg Simrit

www.simrit.com
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Pressure Seal. With its patented these innovative products to form www.simrit.com
sealing lip, even dynamic a high-performance complete
pressures of up to 10 bar are programme for pumps and
no reason for concern. The compressors under high pressure
friction-reduced build also 24/7.
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hydraulics & pneumatics


Compact industrial piston accumulator Sealing elements meet high
up to 350 bar requirements
Simrit’s newly developed Simrit’s Forseal
industrial piston range of PTFE U-
accumulator has been packings is a range
optimised for weight and of piston rod seals
installation space. By using and rod seals that
modern technologies and can be pressurised
highly rigid materials, it has on one side, are
been possible to construct made of PTFE, and
a piston accumulator which offers a very high feature metallic pretension springs. PTFE’s all-
specific performance with a maximum round properties mean that Forseal U-packings
operating pressure of 350 bar. are highly resistant to aggressive media,
The hydro piston accumulators are produced thermal influences, friction, and wear. These
with standard accumulator volumes of 2, 4 and seal rings seal both statically and dynamically at
5.7 l. Due to their minimal weight and compact temperatures ranging from minus 200 °C to
designs, they are also easy to fit and remove 260 °C. In the event of thermal expansion,
and are therefore very maintenance-friendly. optimum contact pressure is ensured.
E: info@simrit.com E: info@simrit.com
T: 01455 204 403 T: 01455 204 403

www.simrit.com www.simrit.com

Surface treatment eliminates sticking Damping of pneumatic cylinders


optimised
RFN (Reduced VDMA and ISO pneumatic
Friction by cylinders with pneumatic
Nanotechnology) is end-of-stroke damping
able to modify generally come with a
elastomer cylinder cover structure
materials in a way that is relatively difficult to
that not only drastically reduces the coefficient manufacture and comprises between 2 and 3
of friction and, consequently, sticking effects, seals. Problems associated with this can be
but also keeps it virtually constant over the overcome using Damp and Seal, a seal that was
entire service life of the component. recently developed by Simrit. Damp & Seal
The majority of armatures in modern solenoid damps the piston thrust, statically seals the
valves are elastomer composite parts. The cylinder cover and dynamically seals the inner
contact area, contact pressure force, material, diameter of the damping pin that is connected
chemistry of the surface, and the lubricating to the piston. A buffer that faces the pressure
media all have a direct influence on the sticking chamber damps the mechanical thrust of the
effect, which RFN minimises. piston at the end of the stroke.
E: info@simrit.com E: info@simrit.com
T: 01455 204 403 T: 01455 204 403

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hydraulics & pneumatics


Condensate Discharge Made Simple Valves prevent wasteful venting

Thorite’s Bekomat range of Developed for use in the


modular condensate discharge food, beverage and
units bring a wide range of pharmaceutical industries,
benefits to the perennial Burkert’s Type 8690 EEx valve
problem of removing water control heads provide a
and oil contaminants from decentralised method of
compressed air installations. opening and closing of
Three models are available, process valves automatically,
Bekomat 31, 32 & 33, eliminating the need for the
dependent on system capacity, wasteful venting of control air normally
but each model incorporates similar advanced associated with pneumatic tubing between the
design features: These include fast installation process valve and its related control solenoid
and even faster maintenance, as the complete valve.The control heads integrate electrical and
replacement of all wearing and pressurised pneumatic control components as well as
parts is achieved with just one quick-release position feedback units and, optionally, field bus
connection. interfaces for AS-Interface or DeviceNet.
E: ross.gowler@thorite.co.uk E: salesuk@burkert.com
T: 01274 663471 T: 01453 731353

www.thorite.co.uk www.burkert.co.uk

ARO-Flo Series clears the air for any tool MISUMI offers additional thread design
and any application
The ARO Fluid Technologies MISUMI Europa has
business of Ingersoll Rand expanded its range
is releasing an expanded of hydraulic and
and improved ARO-Flo pneumatic
Series of filters, regulators manifold blocks to
and lubricators to clean include a new
and lubricate air for use thread design. The
with pneumatic tools. The company’s new
upgraded line includes a new size and a new brochure introduces G-manifolds, manifold
completely modular design that provides easier blocks with the new 'G' type designation that
assembly and maintenance of the units and are compatible with ISO 228 parallel threads
allows for more customisation to meet (ISO 228: Pipe threads where pressure-tight
specifications of various applications.The joints are not made on the threads). The new
products come in four series, varying in port cylindrical pipe thread allows a non-sealing
size and maximum flow for optimal fit to the connection to be made when used with sealing
application and tools used. components such as O-rings.
T: 01942 257171 E: sales@misumi-europe.com
T: +44 (0) 20 305 148 09

www.ingersollrandproducts.com www.misumi-europe.com

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materials
Renewably-sourced performance Wear protect thrives in tough
polymers 21 applications 23
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BPA-free clear alternatives to New design increases operating life at


polycarbonate 21 lower cost 24
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PVL launches 'all-plastic' level and flow Stanyl for LED lighting applications 24
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Ariel specifies Zircotec’s coloured
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Tedur makes light work of metal SABIC expands random copolymer


replacement 23 PP grades 24
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ALCOM TC takes the heat out of your


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ALFATER the vesatile TPV for soft touch


and flexibility 23
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Plastic material selection made easy

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more questions and the earlier you ask them the
better, ensuring correct polymer selection from
the beginning. Common considerations include
Q What resources are available?
the cost of the finished product, the mechanical Distrupol places an emphasis on technical
performance required (loading, stress, rigidity),
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Then you need to consider colour, assembly
techniques and any approvals required (e.g. food, This is supplemented by online resources based
medical or flammability). around the website www.distrupol.com.
With thousands of polymer grades available, a
huge range of products can be manufactured The Product Information Centre (PIC) is one of the
using plastics and the good news is that you are most comprehensive online technical resources
not alone. Material experts are available to help in the plastics industry, allowing users to select
simplify the decision making process and ensure datasheets, compare data on up to 5 products
that your product is ultimately fit for function. and select grades by generic type or material
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Where can I go for impartial advice on
Q material selection? Unique comparator cards group some of the most
popular polymers by attribute (e.g. clear materials,
Distrupol is completely independent so is well metal replacement polymers) displaying the
A placed to offer truly unbiased support. As a information in a common format that enables side
European leader in the distribution of polymers, by side comparison.
Distrupol can boast a large portfolio of materials
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exotic engineering thermoplastics, rubbers &
elastomers.

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materials
Renewably-sourced performance PVL launches 'all-plastic' level and flow
polymers switches
The range of renewably-sourced (RS) A comprehensive new
polymers from DuPont™ offers the range of 'all-plastic' level
potential for designers to reduce and flow switches is
environmental impact by replacing conventional available from Pressure
petroleum-based engineering plastics with no Vacuum Level.
compromise on performance. Sorona® EP, a Manufactured in either PVC or ABS plastic, and
polyester containing 20-37% renewably-sourced designed for controlling the level or flow of
material (derived from corn), offers similar corrosive acids, alkaline fluids or wherever a
performance and moulding to high performance chemically inert switch is essential, the Kelco
PBT. Hytrel® RS thermoplastic elastomers with range includes in-line flow switches, paddle flow
20-60% renewable content exhibit comparable switches and level switches suitable for various
performance to classic Hytrel®, whereas Zytel® pipe sizes and flow rates.
RS long chain nylons based on PA1010 and As well as applications in the chemical and
PA610 have a renewable content of 100% and water treatment industries, Kelco's 'all-plastic'
63% respectively derived from castor oil. These level and flow switches have potential in many
products are distributed in the UK by Distrupol. other sectors.
E: info@distrupol.com E: info@pvl.co.uk
T: 0845 200 30 40 T: 01892 664499

www.distrupol.com www.epvl.co.uk

BPA-free clear alternatives to New ABS material from BASF


polycarbonate
NAS & ZYLAR styrene acrylic BASF has introduced a
copolymers from INEOS NOVA new member of its
are clear alternatives to ABS product line
traditional materials such as (acrylonitrile butadiene
polycarbonate, PMMA, PET and clear ABS, styrene copolymer)
offering reduced overall costs to converters & specifically developed
OEMs alike. Key properties include excellent for the requirements made by electroplating.
clarity, good practical toughness, low moisture Called Terluran BX 13074, it is designed for
absorption, the potential for substantial process plumbing fixtures, the household sector and
cycle time savings and a lower density than automotive construction.
most competing resins. As they are inherently Terluran BX 13074 has a very broad processing
BPA-free, they are suitable for use in health- window when it comes to its residence time
sensitive applications such as infant care and the temperature of the electroplating bath.
products, adult drinkware, houseware products It can be used in all commercially available
with food contact and medical devices. These baths, and its high reliability means a lower
products are distributed in the UK by Distrupol. reject rate.
E: info@distrupol.com T: +49 (0)621 60-0
T: 0845 200 30 40

www.distrupol.com www.basf.com

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materials
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ALCOM TC takes the heat out of your Wear protect thrives in tough
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T: 01565 755777 T: 01565 755777

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materials
New design increases operating life at Ariel specifies Zircotec’s coloured
lower cost ceramic coating
Converting a Ariel’s new Atom V8
complex, three-piece supercar is the first
assembly into a OEM application of
single moulded part Zircotec’s Performance
of high-performance ColoursM ceramic
PEI plastic has exhaust coating, which
increased operating offers both a highly
life while lowering costs for a radiator sight aesthetic and effective thermal barrier. Specified
gauge. Custom-moulded by Minnesota Rubber by Ariel to ensure the exposed and visible
and Plastic (MR&P), these new sight gauges exhaust system maintains its beauty, the
have significant operating advantages over the plasma-sprayed coating also prevents heat
previous design. The gauges show coolant level transfer generated by the 500bhp, three litre V8
without having to uncap and check the level or engine. Unlike many ‘high temperature’ paint
use a dipstick. With a threaded base, the single finishes, Zircotec’s coatings offer a long-lasting
component gauge locks tightly into position and and zero maintenance solution that has been
is less prone to leakage. tested to OEM lifetime standards.
E: commercial@mnrubber.com E: enquiries@zircotec.com
T: 00 +1 (952) 927-1400 T: +44 (0)1235 54 60 50

www.mnrubber.com www.zircotec.com

Stanyl for LED lighting applications SABIC expands random copolymer


PP grades
Stanyl PA46 from DSM SABIC has expanded its
Engineering Plastics polypropylene (PP) resin
has been selected by portfolio with two new random
AVX Corporation for a copolymer PP grades for cast
new robust and film and biaxially oriented
reliable connection polypropylene (BOPP) film
system for use in high reliability and harsh applications. The new grades –
environments for wire-to-board applications. SABIC PP 622L and SABIC PP
The connector system provides a ‘gas tight’ 621P– are engineered to meet
termination of a discrete wire to the PCB. The growing customer demand for
insulator housing provides the necessary strain advanced film technologies such as multi-layer
relief on the wire to protect it from extreme constructions, and for improved aesthetics and
mechanical and environment conditions. The versatility. They provide significant advantages
insulators for the 9176 Series devices are made over homopolymers in a wide range of
from UL94-V0 Stanyl PA 46 from DSM packaging applications, enabling converters to
Engineering Plastics. produce film with high clarity and exceptional
E: CSC-UK.DEP@dsm.com sealing and puncture resistance performance.
T: 00800-74663376 T: +31 (46) 7222222

www.dsmep.com www.sabic-europe.com

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mechanical
components
Goss Springs provide safety to the
aerospace industry 27
www.goss-springs.co.uk

Goss Springs design and prototype


specialist medical equipment 27
www.goss-springs.co.uk

Compact connectors offer low-cost


alternative 27
www.binder-connector.co.uk

Components cater for food industry 27


www.elesa.co.uk

New options for Harting connectors 28


www.harting.co.uk

Pressure is off with new valve 28


www.parker.com

Quick anchoring connector allows


fitting without rear access 28
www.Hylec-APL.com

Cannon Connector Guide available 28


www.peigenesis.co.uk

Sponsored by
Goss Springs Ltd

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www.gossspringcomponents.com

Standards are impor tant. So is quality.


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mechanical components
Goss Springs provide safety to the Compact connectors offer low-cost
aerospace industry alternative
Aircraft safety is an area in which The Binder 430 series
quality cannot be compromised. Goss push-pull connector is a
Springs are accredited to AS9100 plastic, sub-miniature
Aerospace standards. Our aerospace version of the popular
customers include the world's leading designer Binder 440 series and uses
and maker of ejection seats. Goss Springs make the same technology.
a number of critical components that can be Made from polyamide, these compact,
found in the seat and parachute system. Each lightweight and high-performance circular
individual item is inspected several times for connectors are waterproof to IP67 and shielded
metallurgic and manufacturing integrity before with excellent EMI protection and are a viable,
being certified for use. Whether the requirement low-cost alternative to the traditional and very
is for a simple helical spring or a complex multi- expensive metal push-pull connectors.
stage pressing with precious metal contacts, Binder push-pull technology offers simple, fast
Goss Springs offer a wealth of experience and and convenient mating, even in areas of
supply customers throughout the United restricted access, while ensuring against
Kingdom, Europe and Worldwide. accidental disconnection.
E: sales@goss-springs.com E: info@binder-connector.co.uk
T: 0208 527 5599 T: 01442 257339

www.goss-springs.co.uk www.binder-connector.co.uk

Goss Springs design and prototype Components cater for food industry
specialist medical equipment
We have been supplying to the Elesa (UK) offers a full range
medical industry for many years, of standard components for
and were actively involved in the the food processing
design and prototype of specialist industry. These range from
equipment used to burn away specialist levelling feet
cancerous cells. We have the through digital shaft
ability to manufacture and inspect springs so position indicators and
small that you need our sophisticated new VMM digital-analogue position
Machine with up to 200 X Magnification to even indicators to rod mounting systems for opto-
see the components. We can offer cleaning & sensors, cameras etc, hinges for access panels
inspection to medical standards, and provide and flexible automation components such as
Full Certificates of Conformity upon request. We conveyor feet, brackets for transfer conveyors.
have recently gained ISO/TS16949 automotive Many of these comprise stainless steel or
and AS9100 Aerospace accreditation which has plastic mouldings with smooth contour designs
already helped us improve procedures and to facilitate easy cleaning, as well as to
streamline operations. eliminate corrosion in aggressive environments.
E: sales@goss-springs.com E: sales@elesa.co.uk
T: 0208 527 5599 T: 01526 322670

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mechanical components
New options for Harting connectors Quick anchoring connector allows
fitting without rear access
Three new bellows-type Hylec-APL has
surface-mount (SMC) introduced a
female right-angled new design of
connectors have been weatherproof
added to the Harting har- plug-socket.
mik(R) family of miniature The TeePlug
D 1.27 mm pitch connectors. cable
Designed for cable-to-board applications where connector is a
space saving and high data transfer rates are quick anchoring plug designed for mounting on
demanded, the new variants complete the har- flat or curved surfaces. The plug can be fitted
mik(R) bellows SMC portfolio by offering 20, 50 and anchored without access to the rear of the
and 68 poles, respectively. panel and offers IP67 ingress protection.
Availability of these new connectors will ease The TeePlug looks like a conventional plug and
automated assembly, since they can be socket but can be inserted through a bulkhead
terminated in the same solder reflow process as or pole outer skin, installed and clamped
all other board-mounted SMC components. without access to the back of the connector.
E: sales@harting.co.uk E: sales@hylec-apl.com
T: 01604 827500 T: 01933 234400

www.harting.co.uk www.Hylec-APL.com

Pressure is off with new valve Cannon Connector Guide available

A versatile new pressure relief PEI-Genesis has produced Version


valve for low pressure 4.1 of its ITT Cannon Connector
instrumentation applications Solutions Guide, containing nearly
up to 400 PSI (27.6 bar) has 300 pages of comprehensive
been launched by the technical information on 23 of
Instrumentation Products ITT’s most popular series of
Division of Parker Hannifin. connectors. This new catalogue
CE marked and certified to covers circular, rectangular and D-subminiature
the highest Category-IV level connectors for use in commercial, industrial,
of the Pressure Equipment harsh-environment and military applications. A
Directive (PED) the new HPRV valve is supplied detailed description of each series is followed
pre-set to any of six pressure ranges from 10 to by a summary of applications and features,
400 PSI (0.7 to 27.6 bar). The chosen cracking together with technical specifications,
pressure is laser etched onto the valve body at photographs, dimensioned line diagrams,
the factory. Another variant is available for ordering information and assembly instructions.
higher pressure applications.
E: ipd@parker.com E: peiuk@peigenesis.com
T: 00800 27 27 5374 T: 0844 871 6060

www.parker.com www.peigenesis.co.uk

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power
transmission,
drives & controls
Gearboxes and speed reducers 31 Large clutches keep their cool 33
www.ondrives.com www.wichitaclutch.com

Precision gears from Ondrives 31 Brevini offers comprehensive range 33


www.ondrives.com www.brevini.co.uk

Big gears, big thinking from Centa 31 Pocket PLC provides expanded memory 33
www.centaapplications.co.uk www.galilmc.com

Pulley and Gear Developments 31 New linear drives from Parker-Origa


www.apgdev.com combine power, accuracy and flexibility 34
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Davall offers the right gear 32
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applications 34
High teeth in mesh factor drives www.eriks.co.uk
Spiradrive 32
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industry 34
Stainless performance from gearbox www.mayr.co.uk
ranges 32
www.davall.co.uk Phase adjusting gearboxes regain
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Quick and reliable pushbutton www.techdrives.co.uk
connections 32
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All-stainless wash-down linear motor 33


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power transmission, drives & controls


Gearboxes and speed reducers Big gears, big thinking from Centa

Ondrives is known for Centa Transmissions


its unique range of red offers even bigger drive
anodised reduction solutions. In partnership
gearboxes, which are with gear manufacturer
available as standard Keller, Centa provides
off-the-shelf to suit UK customers with
customers’ just-in-time requirements. Precision large-scale, specialised
worm, right angle helical, bevel and bevel tee and complex gears for
types, offset and inline spur gear reducers, industry, including cement, construction, food,
taper and epicyclic servo reducers and mining, shipping and steel.
rack/pinion actuators are all standard to the Benefit from 140 years combined experience
gearbox range. Complete specials are also that resolves even the biggest, heaviest and
easily accommodated due to back-up and most complex of drive problems, from the
support from a large 3D CAD drawing smallest spiral bevel gearbox to gears up to 4m
department and heavy investments in the latest diameter, plus bespoke gearboxes weighing up
CNC machinery. to 160 tons.
E: sales@ondrives.com E: post@centa-uk.co.uk
T: 01246 455500 T: 01274 531034

www.ondrives.com www.centaapplications.co.uk

Precision gears from Ondrives Pulley and Gear Developments

Ondrives has launched Specialist CNC


a new range of power machining
transmission parts, manufacturer All
including precision Pulley & Gear
gears, timing pulleys Developments offers
and belts along with a wide range of
sprockets and chains. products, including
This new range includes timing belt pulleys,
spur gears, anti- synchroflex pulleys, spur gears, CNC turning,
backlash spur gears, parallel and crossed helical gear hobbing, gear shaping and a huge variety
gears, bevel gears, pinion shafts, worm wheels of specialist timing pulleys.
and gear racks. The pulleys and belts are The company manufactures all of its CNC
available in both standard and high torque machining products to exacting high standards
versions as well as Generation III belts to suit and can supply products to standard
those precision applications. All are available specifications or to bespoke customer drawings
from the latest catalogue as well as online. if required.
E: sales@ondrives.com E: cdf@apgdev.freeserve.co.uk
T: 01246 455500 T: 01634 722420

www.ondrives.com www.apgdev.com

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power transmission, drives & controls


Davall offers the right gear Stainless performance from gearbox
ranges
Davall Gears, ISO9001, Davall Stock Gears
specialises in the design introduces two
and manufacture of ranges of standard
custom and catalogue gearbox, specifically
power transmission designed for harsh
products. Imperial and environments
metric gears, Spiradrive, applications.
spurs, racks, helicals, Constructed with a smooth, full stainless steel
bevels (mitre, ratio, straight and spiral), timing housing (304), fully sealed, lubricated for life and
belts and pulleys (classic, T series, HTD, pressure leak tested, it is designed to be close
Powergrip GT, and PolyChain), shaft couplings, coupled to a stainless steel AC motor. The two
gearboxes (Spiradrive, bevel, spur, helical and styles of gearboxes have a large choice of
worm), and component fixing devices. Products reduction ratios available, worm series (right
are suitable for inclusion into applications as angle) from 7:1 up to a nominal 100:1, and
diverse as machine maintenance, to bespoke helical series (co-axial) from 3:1 up to 60:1, with
machines for OEM manufacturers. power ratings up to 4Kw.
E: info@davall.co.uk E: info@davall.co.uk
T: 01707 283100 T: 01707 283131

www.davall.co.uk www.davall.co.uk

High teeth in mesh factor drives Quick and reliable pushbutton


Spiradrive connections
Spiradrive gear system EAO is offering a new spring
from Davall Gears terminal connector
generally has 10-12% of technology for Series 04
its teeth in simultaneous switches suitable for 22.5mm
contact with the mating and 30.5mm mounting.
pinion, as opposed to a The Series 04 PIT (push-in terminal), which
worm gear which, at the features a spring terminal connection from
most, has only three teeth Phoenix Contact, reduces assembly times by up
in simultaneous contact to 70% compared to screw terminals, offering
with its mating worm. This reliable, vibration resistant connections with no
means that the designer need for assembly tools.
can make the teeth of the Spiradrive gear much To achieve a secure connection over the
smaller than those of the worm gear, as the load lifetime of the switch, all that is needed is to
being transmitted can be spread over a greater push the stripped solid conductor into the
number of teeth. In turn, this means a reduction spring terminal, which applies the correct
in the overall size of the gear envelope. pressure.
E: info@davall.co.uk E: sales.euk@eao.com
T: 01707 283100 T: 01444 236000

www.davall.co.uk www.eao.com

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power transmission, drives & controls


All-stainless wash-down linear motor Brevini offers comprehensive range

The ServoTube Hygienic Brevini Power


range of linear actuators Transmissions is one of
provides powerful, high the European leaders in
speed positioning up to the field of
4.7 m/s for aseptic and manufacturing power
wash-down applications. Its stainless steel transmission
construction is free from dirt traps and suitable equipment. The
for hygienic wash-down environments, while company has invested
DIN IP69K ingress protection allows cleaning heavily in R&D across
with pressurised jet wash systems. ServoTube its four main product
Hygienic operates from 3 phase supplies and lines: Planetary Gears, PIV Drives, Winch Drives
provides digital incremental encoder and and Posiplan Gears. It now has one of the most
commutation compatible with standard servo comprehensive and flexible ranges of medium
drives. Two models offer 744 and 1860N peak and high torque gearboxes in Europe with
force, both with 25 micron repeatability and engineering capabilities to customise products
+/-400 micron position accuracy. to match customers exact requirements.
E: info@copleymotion.com E: david@dmaeuropa.com
T: 01268 287070 T: 01925 636682

www.copleymotion.com www.brevini.co.uk

Large clutches keep their cool Pocket PLC provides expanded memory

The new AquaMaKKs range of Galil Motion


water-cooled clutches and brakes Control has
from Wichita Clutch sets a new recently
standard in heavy duty continuous introduced a new
slip tensioning applications, for use version of its
in demanding sectors such as popular RIO
mining, logging and forestry operations, metal Pocket PLC. The
processing and metal forming, oil and gas, RIO-47202 Pocket
water/wastewater and offshore/marine. PLC provides 400
The AquaMaKKs are air, hydraulic or spring-set lines of program memory and 254 symbolic
actuated units, integrating non-metallic variables which are twice as many as the
composite water jackets and superior heat- standard RIO. It also offers six programmable
dissipating copper wear plates that are PID loops, compared to two and is ideal for
optimized for heavy-duty continuous slip customers that require more space for
tension applications. Available in sizes (friction application programs providing an intelligent,
lining O.D.) from 482mm (19”) to 914mm (36”) low-cost and compact solution for handling I/O.
E: Wichita.info@wichitaclutch.com E: galil@galilmc.com
T: 01234 350311 T: 00 +1 916-626-0101

www.wichitaclutch.com. www.galilmc.com

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power transmission, drives & controls


New linear drives from Parker-Origa Synchronous belt drive for arduous
combine power, accuracy and flexibility applications
The Parker-Origa The Conti
Division of Parker Synchrochain is an
Hannifin has all-round
launched a new synchronous belt for
range of magnetically arduous applications,
coupled pneumatic where it is essential
rodless cylinders. The latest P1Z linear drives are to have not only
available with a single rod and rotating carriage maximum power
or with integrated parallel anti-rotating guides, transmission, but also
can be used at low speeds from 0.05m/s and maximum resistance to an adverse working
feature high thrust forces of up to 942N, giving environment. It is also a credible alternative to
engineers a powerful, precise and flexible chain drives, as no lubrication is required. In
option for building automation, process and contrast to other synchronous belts which can
handling systems. The P1Z Series has a stainless be noisy and wear out pulleys it is quieter and
steel pneumatic cylinder body fixed between less aggressive due its CTD profile and the
two end plates. special finishing layer on its working surfaces.
E: parker.uk@parker.com E: Richard.Ludlam@eriks.co.uk
T: 00800 27 27 5374 T: 0121 508 6000

www.parker.com wwww.eriks.co.uk

Hysteresis capping heads for beverage Phase adjusting gearboxes regain


industry popularity
Due to the constant, impact- Vogel phase shifting
free slip torque, hysteresis gearboxes provide
capping heads are better mechanical adjustment to
suited for sealing plastic the phase angle of two
bottles and non-returnable rotating shafts.
glass bottles than permanent Adjustment can be made
magnet heads. ROBA-capping intermittently or
head components by mayr power transmission continuously leading to
are based on the patented ROBA-contitorque widespread use for print registration, wrapping
hysteresis clutch. on packaging machinery and tensioning in
When sealing plastic bottles, the ROBA-capping paper making plants. Whilst many of these
head hysteresis capping heads with their applications have transferred to servo
constant, impact-free slip torque provide technology in recent years, the use of phase
decisive advantages. The limit torque can be shifting gearboxes is once again gaining ground
adjusted linearly quickly and easily. The set as customers recognise the value of mechanical
value can be read off directly. simplicity and low cost.
E: sales@mayr.co.ukk E: techdrives@lenze.co.uk
T: 01535 663900 T: 01234 321320

www.mayr.co.uk www.techdrives.co.uk

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rapid
prototyping
Rapid prototyping services 37
www.prototypeprojects.com

ARRK offers glass-like resin 37


www.arrkeurope.com

3T leads the way 37


www.3trpd.co.uk

Tribrid modelling produces phone first 37


www.delcam.com

Objet exhibits at K 2010 38


www.objet.com

RP Support partners with ALM 38


www.rpsupport.co.uk

Proto Labs offers design tool 38


www.protolabs.co.uk

DMLS gains importance 38


www.eos.info

Sponsored by
Prototype Projects

www.prototypeprojects.com
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rapid prototyping
Rapid prototyping services 3T leads the way

Prototype Projects was 3T RPD is leading the way


founded in 1980 to in the supply of metal parts
provide a full prototyping using Direct Metal Laser
service. Following Sintering (DMLS), and is
continued investment in bringing the reality of Rapid
technology and skills, it Manufacturing to many of
provides the most up to date service for rapid its customers. Negating the need for expensive
prototyping from concept models through to tooling, DMLS produces lighter weight
fully functional pre-production prototypes. components with higher performance in shorter
Services include: leadtimes, opening up new opportunities to
• Model Making many industry sectors. Priding itself on
• Stereolithography (SLA) consistently supplying the highest quality parts,
• Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3T continues to offer the fastest possible
• Rapid CNC Machining delivery of not only metal parts but also plastic
• RIM Moulding prototypes, as it has the UK’s largest Selective
• Vacuum Casting Laser Sintering (SLS) capability.
E: info@prototypeprojects.com E: post@3trpd.co.uk
T: 01763 249760 T: 01635 580284

www.prototypeprojects.com www.3trpd.co.uk

ARRK offers glass-like resin Tribrid modelling produces phone first

ARRK’s Rapid Korean manufacturing giant


Prototyping LG Electronics has recently
division has introduced its first mobile
extended the phone designed with
range of Delcam’s Tribrid Modelling
stereolithography software. The Waffle phone
materials on features a surface texture
offer to clients by created in the ArtCAM
adding a new water-clear resin to its line up. artistic CADCAM program,
The new Huntsman SL 7870 material offers a wrapped around the body of a phone design
glass-like appearance along with excellent produced with the PowerSHAPE CAD software.
component strength and an ABS like It is expected to be the first of a number of new
performance. The material is also dimensionally models that will use the Delcam software to
stable in a humid environment. The new create the distinctive designs needed to build
material means ARRK can now offer its clients a market share in the highly competitive and
choice of 8 different resins. fashion-conscious mobile phone market.
E: info@arrkeurope.com E: marketing@delcam.com
T: 01452 727799 T: 0121 683 1081

www.arrkeurope.com www.delcam.com

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rapid prototyping
Objet exhibits at K 2010 Proto Labs offers design tool

Objet’s rapid prototyping Proto Labs has created The


technologies were Protomold Torus: a new
demonstrated at K 2010 in colourful, educational tool,
the form of its Objet available to designers and
Alaris30 and Objet engineers, providing them
Connex350 printers. The with a handy and instant
Objet Alaris30™ desktop 3D printer excels in reference to the most commonly used features
printing fine detail with layers as fine as 28 µm in injection-moulding.
with a very small drop size and a high resolution The Protomold service allows designers and
of 600 x 600 dpi. Small enough to fit onto a engineers with little or no previous knowledge
desk, the printer is also network-enabled to or experience of injection moulding to quickly
support multiple users and requires no special and simply order precision, moulded parts. A
electricity. Protomold customer can upload a CAD model
Printing ultra-fine 16-micron layers, the Objet to the company’s website and in just a few
Connex family of 3D printers have the unique hours, receive a ProtoQuote that includes an
ability to simultaneously print multiple materials. accurate price and manufacturability analysis.
E: info@objet.com E: customerservice@protolabs.co.uk
T: 00 +1 877 489 9449 T: 01952 607488

www.objet.com www.protolabs.co.uk

RP Support partners with ALM DMLS gains importance

RP Support has signed an An increasing number of


agreement to work in applications involving series
partnership with Advanced production and customised
Laser Materials LLC (ALM), an manufacture of parts from
industry leader in the titanium powder is reported
development and by EOS, which manufactures additive layer, laser
manufacture of performance sintering systems.
engineered powders for Laser Sintering. Since the introduction of the material in 2006
This new partnership will provide RP Support for processing in company’s EOSINT M 270
access to the complete range of ALM Laser system, both the machine technology and the
Sintering powders for sole distribution into UK titanium building process have been
and Ireland and general sale into other significantly advanced, leading to higher
European markets. The innovative portfolio of productivity and improved surface quality of the
sintering powders is a highly complementary parts. This has led to increased interest in and
addition to RP Support’s current product line use of the technology in a range of industrial
and business model for future growth. and consumer applications.
E: support@rpsupport.co.uk E: info@eos.info
T: 01296 425665 T: 01926 623107

www.rpsupport.co.uk www.eos.info

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sensors, test
& measurement
Intelligent displays improve time to High sensitivity for differential low
market 40 pressure measurement 42
www.mms-e.co.uk www.sensortechnics.com/lba

The finest needle valves 40 Stainless steel pressure sensors offer


www.needlevalves.co.uk high accuracy and digital outputs 42
www.sensortechnics.com
HAL 104 passes the tests 40
www.clare.co.uk Phase Vision exhibits Quartz scanners
at TCT Live 2010 42
Sick ColorRanger enables 3D colour www.phasevision.com
imaging 40
www.sick.co.uk Gauges offer exceptional
price/performance ratio 42
Fluid sensors from ifm 41 www.impress-sensors.co.uk
www.ifm.com/uk
Intelligent load sensor 43
Position sensors optimised for industry 41 www.sensors.co.uk
www.ifm.com/uk
TorqSense offer world first 43
New BOA smart camera has enhanced www.sensors.co.uk
resolution 41
www.stemmer-imaging.co.uk

Dual bridge load cells for critical


applications 41
www.rdpe.com

Sponsored by ifm electronic

www.ifm.com/uk
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sensors, test, measurement


Intelligent displays improve time to HAL 104 passes the tests
market
The Intelligent The new Clare HAL 104
displays of from Seaward combines
MMS the performance of a multi-
Electronics Ltd function production line
(MMS-e) enable safety tester with load and
companies to power factor measurement for product energy
improve product to market time and reduce consumption and ratings assessments.
engineering cost. Within minutes of opening the Part of a new and extended range of specialist
box, the EA eDIP displays function immediately. HAL electrical safety testing instrumentation,
Users can simply create attractive layouts this highly versatile all in one tester has been
without writing lots of code. By downloading specially designed for the fast and accurate
MMS-e’s free software, it is easy to create electrical tests required by modern electronic
perfect looking layouts, mixing graphics and text manufacturing environments. The HAL104 also
freely, importing BMP, JPEG, GIF and animated meets the end of line electrical safety
GIF images and selecting landscape or portrait compliance tests required by national and
mode. Serial, SPI, I2C, USB or RS485 interface. international product safety standards.
E: sales@mms-e.co.uk E: sales@clareinstruments.com
T: 01943 877668 T: 0191 586 3511

www.mms-e.co.uk www.clare.co.uk

The finest needle valves Sick ColorRanger enables 3D colour


imaging
The CMV range of Sick (UK) has enabled
stainless steel high-speed 3D scanning
needle valves and colour imaging in
provide the finest parallel, with the launch
gas flow control of the cutting-edge
over typical ranges ColorRanger E. The
of 0-20, 0-1000 & newest addition to Sick’s
0-3000 std.cm3min-1 range of 3D sensors, the
air at 1bar ColorRanger E offers the
differential pressure. functionality of a 3D camera with a line-scan
colour camera, to provide two modes of quality
The valve’s opening characteristics are inspection within a single unit. The new camera
extremely smooth, preventing bursts of gas can significantly improve the ease, reliability and
which disturb delicate or ultra high vacuum speed of the quality control process, can
instrumentation. measure colour, shape, contrast, volume and
height, to ensure product quality.
E: info@chell.co.uk E: Andrea.hornby@sick.co.uk
T: 01692 500555 T: 01727 831121

www.needlevalves.co.uk www.sick.co.uk

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sensors, test, measurement


Fluid sensors from ifm New BOA smart camera has enhanced
resolution
The world-class range of process Available from
sensors from sensor specialist STEMMER IMAGING in
ifm electronic is characterised by monochrome and
state-of-the-art technology and colour versions, the
materials, manufacturing and BOA M1280 smart
quality control. ifm electronic camera has a
specialises in sensors for flow detection and resolution of 1280 x 960 pixels.
measurement of gases or liquids; pressure, The BOA series comprises a robust, fully
temperature, valve feedback as well as level integrated intelligent vision system designed for
sensors. Commonly-used hygienic process harsh environment factory floor deployment.
connections as well as standard pipe fittings are The compact IP67 rated housing of just 44mm x
offered, and many devices feature highly-visible 44mm x 44mm is suitable for washdown
alphanumeric displays in addition to binary and environments without a protective enclosure if
scalable analogue outputs. Solid state a specified lens tube is used. A new lens cover
electronics and sensing techniques provide is available in two lengths to suit the vast
long, reliable and low-maintenance operation. majority of common lenses.
E: enquiry_gb@ifm.com E: r.thompson@stemmer-imaging.co.uk
T: 020 8213 0000 T: 01252 780000

www.ifm.com/uk www.stemmer-imaging.co.uk

Position sensors optimised for industry Dual bridge load cells for critical
applications
Specialist sensor manufacturer Where data integrity
ifm electronic offers a world- is an essential
class range of position requirement and
sensors optimised for space limited, then
industrial environments. State- dual bridge load cells
of-the-art technology is used in from RDP Electronics
inductive sensors dedicated to oily processes in Ltd can offer an
machining, or hot and wet in food manufacture effective answer.
for example. Sensors for washdown areas also For critical structural testing and monitoring, a
form part of the optical device range together load cell with two separate and independent
with, for example, laser sensors, fibreoptics and sets of strain gauges combines sensor
laser distance sensors. The position sensor redundancy within a single unit. This permit two
range is further enhanced by magnetic sensors, sets of signal conditioning electronics to be
pneumatic cylinder sensors, capacitive devices deployed so that in the event of failure of one,
to detect non-metallic objects and absolute or the second signal conditioning set maintains
incremental encoders. system integrity until the fault can be rectified.
E: enquiry_gb@ifm.com E: sales@rdpe.com
T: 020 8213 0000 T: 01902 457512

www.ifm.com/uk www.rdpe.com

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sensors, test, measurement


High sensitivity for differential low Phase Vision exhibits Quartz scanners
pressure measurement at TCT Live 2010
Sensortechnics’ Originally
new LBA series for developed
differential low for the most
pressure demanding
measurement conditions
with ranges of 250 in the
and 500 Pa Full aerospace
Scale. Linear sector,
outputs with high differential pressure Phase Vision
resolution of typ. 0.1 % and fast response times pioneered the development of white-light 3D
of typically 1ms. Superior sensitivity and offset scanners for the shop floor, aircraft hangar, or
stability. Based on thermal flow measurement of dockyard. Aeroplanes, cars, and energy
gas through a micro-flow channel integrated turbines are all large and this is where Phase
within the sensor chip. High immunity to dust. Vision is unique as they can measure very large
Ideally suited for HVAC and respiration objects and also complete 360° measurement
applications. of complex objects, at production line speeds.
E: uk@sensortechnics.com E: info@phasevision.com
T: 01788 560426 T: 01509 839000

www.sensortechnics.com/lba www.phasevision.com

Stainless steel pressure sensors offer Gauges offer exceptional


high accuracy and digital outputs price/performance ratio
Sensortechnics’ The DM 10 range of
new SSI stainless battery-powered digital
steel OEM pressure pressure gauges from
sensors accurately Impress Sensors & Systems
measure gauge or offer a direct, cost-effective
absolute pressures replacement for existing,
in ranges from 200 less accurate mechanical
mbar up to 35 bar. These devices offer excellent gauges.The gauges are targeted at a wide range
stability and repeatability, achieving a Total Error of applications, including hydraulics &
Band (TEB) better than ±1.5 %FSS over a pneumatics, process engineering,
temperature range of -20 to +85 °C. R&D/laboratory work, and mobile pressure
Sensortechnics’ SSI pressure sensors use monitoring, including mobile construction
precision digital signal conditioning and provide vehicles, tractors, pumps, compressors and
both analogue 0.5-4.5 V output as well as digital filters. The gauges have a ceramic diaphragm
I²C or alternatively SPI interfaces at the same and so are also suitable for environments in
time. which aggressive chemicals are present.
E: uk@sensortechnics.com E: info@impress-sensors.co.uk
T: 01788 560426 T: 0118 981 7980

www.sensortechnics.com www.impress-sensors.co.uk

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Intelligent load sensor TorqSense offer world first

LoadSense from Sensor TorqSense Transducers from


Technology is an intelligent Sensor Technology are the world’s
load sensor that can be first low-cost, non-contact rotary
integrated with a crane hook, torque sensors designed
or other handling device. It specifically for OEM applications.
features a single-chip Rotary torque is difficult and
computer for recording and archiving readings, expensive to measure, but, using existing
and wireless capability to transfer data. technology, inexpensive transducers can be
Internal batteries make operation completely produced for situations where monitoring or
autonomous. As such it can be deployed with control of drive mechanisms is required.
minimal disruption to operations. The transducers feature high resolution and
LoadSense is built around an intelligent tensile accuracy and excellent noise immunity.
load cell, a hand-held display and a receiver. The Applications include aerospace, automotive
load sensor uses proven strain gauge (such as electric power steering, motor control)
technology, and is available in the ranges 1-10 and condition monitoring as well as monitoring
tonnes. of viscosity during mixing processes.
E: info@sensors.co.uk E: info@sensors.co.uk
T: 01869 238400 T: 01869 238400

www.sensors.co.uk www.sensors.co.uk

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