Testing and Inspection
Ametek introduces new force testers for plastics
AmetekSensor, Test and Calibration has launched a new series of force testers it says are an ideal choice for plastic testing when accuracy, repeatability and documentation of results are important. Read more
Mecmesin Ltd acquired by Battery Ventures
UK-based force and torque testing equipmeny manufacturer, Mecmesin, has been acquired by Battery Ventures, a global technology investment firm. Read more
The new combiSENSOR
Micro-Epsilon launches unique new combination sensor for plastics measurement
Precision sensor manufacturer, Micro-Epsilon, has launched a unique new sensor system that combines an eddy current sensor with a capacitive displacement sensor in a single housing. Read more
Factors to consider when selecting capacitive displacement sensors
Chris Jones of Micro-Epsilon explains that several key factors need to be considered, including target size and shape, guarding method and bandwidth. As well as clean environments, the sensors can also operate in dirty, dusty industrial areas too. Read more
9 Apr 2018 16:02 Guest Blog
The new Type 4001A sensor
Kistler launches combined pressure and temperature sensor for composite moulding
Kistler Instruments has produced a combined pressure and temperature sensor specifically to support automated resin transfer (RTM) and wet moulding composite manufacturing methods. Read more
The Fraunhofer Institute is the first to combine mechanical testing of a component under realistic loads with a radiographic examination. Photo: Raapke/Fraunhofer LBF
New process analyses damage to raw materials under load with radiographic examination
The Fraunhofer Institute has developed a new method that it says combines the mechanical testing of a component under realistic loads with radiographic examination for the first time. Read more
Waters and Malvern Panalytical collaborate to improve polymer characterisation
Worcestershire-based Malvern Panalytical has entered into a co-marketing agreement with Waters Corporation, a global speciality measurement company, to advance the analysis of polymers. Read more
Fraunhofer Institute develops method to test polymers mechanical characteristics with radiography
Researchers at the Darmstadt, Germany centre for materials technology have gone radio gaga for a new tomography technique. Read more
Extruders firm opens testing centre for plastics extrusion processes
A new testing centre from Baker Perkins will be available for processors switching from batch to continuous manufacturing. Read more
Factors to consider when selecting an inline thickness measurement system
When selecting an in-process system for measuring the thickness of film, plate or sheet materials, a number of important factors need to be considered, including the effect of combined real world errors, says Chris Jones of Micro-Epsilon. Read more
1 Dec 2017 14:50 Guest Blog
Leistritz launches new elongational rheometer for accurate process control
Manufacturer of extrusion technology, Leistritz, has launched a new elongational rheometer that it says provides solid data to prove even the slightest variations in the compounding process. Read more
R-TECH awarded for hydrogen fuel cell sensor
JEC Asia has handed an award to R-Tech Materials for advancing safety sensors in hydrogen fuel cells. Read more
Engelmann & Buckham to showcase testing innovations at Interplas
A “revolutionary” new instrument for the determination of moisture content in plastic granules is just one of the innovations that will be displayed by Engelmann & Buckham (E&B) at Interplas 2017. Read more
KraussMaffei
Heavyweight mould carrier added to KraussMaffei TechCentre
Moulding specialist KraussMaffei fits mould carrier for RTM processes at leading research centre in Munich. Read more
Silicone rubber has superior heat resistance, says Silicone Engineering
A silicone rubber manufacturer based in Lancashire has finished trials that find silicone rubber has the edge over Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer for heat resistance. Read more
Instron launches new software system for more efficient testing
Instron has released the latest version of its Bluehill software in a new, intuitive package it says brings enhanced functionality and improved workflows to its machines. Read more
Plastic vs. paper: How clean is the new polymer fiver?
When the new polymer five-pound notes entered circulation last September, they did so under a rhetoric of numerous benefits. The Bank of England claimed that the new notes would provide a better alternative to their previous paper counterparts. Read more
Netzsch to showcase one-click polymer analysis software
The testing and analysis business unit of Netzsch will be demonstrating its ‘Proteus’ intelligent software system for polymer analysis at K 2016. Read more
Injection moulder strengthens offering with purchase of moisture analyser
Oxford-based injection moulder, OGM Limited, says the purchase of a moisture analyser has enhanced its business and increased its future potential for growth. Read more
ACC Silicones to “push technical boundaries” with new R&D lab
UK-based manufacturer of silicones, ACC Silicones, has opened a new R&D facility that it says will allow the company “to push the technical boundaries” of its products. Read more
