Mobile fume extractor
Extractability’s ProtectoXtract Mobile Welding Fume Extraction unit with filtration that has been approved by the DGUV/IFA (Institute of Occupational Health Standards).This system provides filtration...
View ArticleEngineering skills shortage: political parties must do more to help
Boosting training in engineering and apprenticeships should be a focus for 2015 party political manifestos if the UK is to maintain its industry-led recovery, according to a survey of more than 3,500...
View ArticleBakery saves €27,000 per year with new bearings
NSK’s Molded-Oil technology has produced annual savings of more than €27,000 for a major food producer on the operation of the main make-up conveyor within a bakery. The producer was experiencing...
View ArticleScale-up for process engineering
Unistat temperature control systems are tailored to applications in process engineering. They perform accurate temperature control for very small batches or for production volumes in a range of -125°C...
View ArticleReducing energy consumption
A smart way of helping OEMs achieve their energy efficiency and sustainability targets of machinery, the MS6-E2M module from Festo monitors and regulates the compressed air supply in new and existing...
View ArticleHelping Gas2 to make its case
A large scale process pilot plant designed to support the next stage of gas-to-liquid (GTL) technology development is benefitting from a number of operational efficiencies as a result of utilising...
View ArticleCost-effective solutions for bulk solids handling
The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology is internationally recognised for its expertise in fields associated with bulk particulate handling and in the science and practical application...
View ArticleExplained: 10 popular cloud computing terms
Industrial automation components supplier European Automation has produced a helpful buzzword guide on cloud computing for the automation industry. The concise directory is aimed at giving a relevant...
View ArticleCO2 leak detection camera
FLIR Systems has announced the release of its new GF343; an optical gas imaging camera that lets you detect and visualise carbon dioxide (CO2) leaks quickly, easily, and from a safe distance.Whether...
View ArticleAnalyser measures near zero levels of chlorine
The plug-n-play DC80 De-Chlorination Analyzer, from Electro-Chemical Devices (ECD), utilises a zero-shift method to ensure stable and reliable chlorine measurement. It is suitable for de-chlorination...
View ArticleFood processors shine with stainless steel motors
Attitudes to food hygiene are changing markedly as the supply chains lengthen – often to global proportions. With ever more plant and machinery used in food production, storage, processing and...
View ArticleSolar pump makes most of water resources in Africa
A farming community in Africa is now able to irrigate its crops on a reliable year-round basis, thanks to a solar pumping solution from NOV Mono. The Sun-Sub submersible pump system is located on the...
View ArticleOptimised controller for HVAC and pumping applications
Schneider Electric is introducing Modicon M171 optimised, a complete solution package for HVAC and pumping applications, with an emphasis on building automation. This family of controllers consisting...
View ArticleRugged two-wire I/P pressure transmitter
The Precision Controls Division of Marsh Bellofram Corporation, has launched the Type 5000, a rugged two-wire I/P pressure transmitter for industrial field service requirements.The Type 5000 pressure...
View ArticleLeaking agitators repaired with sealing solution
The Domtar Nekoosa pulp and paper mill has been operating along the banks of the Wisconsin River for more than 130 years. The facility is an integrated mill, producing pulp and publishing grade paper....
View ArticleExpanding alternating relay series
ATC Diversified Electronics’ ARA Series is a family of expanding alternating relays, in duplexer, triplexer and quadraplexer versions, designed for the effective support of industrial control panels...
View ArticleMeasuring vapour permeability
Versaperm has launched a new laboratory version of its technically advanced permeability measuring system that is faster, more accurate and more versatile than ever before.Vapour permeability...
View ArticleClick-in design for disposable infusion flow sensor
Sensirion is launching new and enhanced sensor solutions for measuring gas, liquid flow and differential pressure, the LD20-2000T.With the goal of separating the core sensing element from other complex...
View ArticleEuropean injection moulding: recovery but not for all
The value of the European plastics injection moulding industry in 2014 was 11% higher than its pre-crisis value, although the volume of polymer processed was still about 7% lower than in 2007. Much of...
View ArticleCombining mechanical interlocks with process safety sensors
In the process industry, mechanical interlocks guarantee strict adherence to procedures and help avoid human error. They are particularly useful for highly dangerous operations such as pigging and...
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