Screw compressed air stations
BOGE Compressors, a supplier of industrial compressed air systems, has launched a selection of new screw compressed air stations to extend its popular C series. The innovative C4 (D)R to C15 (D)R...
View ArticleVibration switch protects critical assets
Hansford Sensors, the leading manufacturer and global supplier of industrial accelerometers, has launched a new compact vibration switch, designed to protect machinery against unexpected shutdown and...
View ArticleImpact resistant glove for oil/gas/mining and utilities
The new TOG4B/G in either blue or grey is a TPR impact resistant glove with cut 4 level protection developed for high performance hand protection in the oil and gas industries. It is also of great...
View ArticleEPDM material meets demanding food requirements of EC1935/2004
Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MRP) introduces a new EPDM material, Qmonix 558EC, specifically formulated to meet the demanding food contact requirements of European Commission framework regulation...
View ArticleNanotechnology: I'll drink to that
Over the past few decades, advances in science and technology have enabled manufacturers to smash the limitations they previously faced. Historically, manufacturing has been limited to the things we...
View ArticleAutomaton motion server
All Automaton Motion Server products are shipped with a fully tested and verified installation of Aerotech’s A3200 motion controller operating in a 64-bit Windows operating system.The Motion Server is...
View ArticleZone 0 and 20 LED safety torches
Wolf Safety enhances its Wolf ATEX Safety Torch with LED range with the addition of new Zone 0 and 20 primary cell LED right and straight safety torches for use in potentially explosive gas, vapour,...
View ArticleThe future is (almost) now
Buzzwords fly around in industry like wasps at a picnic. Industry 4.0 is one of these hugely popular concepts, particularly when it comes to manufacturing. Here Steve Hughes gives further insight into...
View ArticleThe best way to get rid of light ends
Thermal fluid specialist Global Heat Transfer (GHT) has conducted extensive research, analysing the effectiveness of batch venting and the GHT light ends removal kits (LERKs) to ensure flashpoint...
View ArticleTemperature probe offers extended performance
Variohm EuroSensor’s new ETP-AM-SP-IMC temperature probes feature 316 grade stainless steel housings with convenient M10 screw-in interfaces and integral Deutsch IMC ‘Ultem’ connectors for maximum...
View ArticleThin film resistor networks
Vishay Intertechnology’s new series of surface-mount, high-precision dual-in-line thin film resistor networks feature improved performance and a smaller size than previous-generation SOIC...
View Article10 top torque tips
Driveshafts deliver power as a rotary force, and in most applications there is a need to know the amount of power in the system. But getting measurements from a turning shaft requires some engineering...
View ArticleAlarm rationalisation: the importance and role of Management of Change
For the process industries, it is essential to manage change when making modifications to alarms and alarm systems. Management of Change (MoC) should therefore be a fundamental process within the alarm...
View ArticleFrom switchroom to container
Nick Boughton explains why the answer to complex electrical projects is not always adapting the system to fit the spaceA 20 metre container could accommodate approximately 2,000 cases of wine, a small...
View Article3D printing: looking to the future
Jonathan Wilkins explains why the manufacturing industry should celebratate 3D printingA recent report released by PwC suggests that two thirds of the top 100 manufacturers are already using 3D...
View ArticleRust removal gel helps tackle trillions in losses
NCH Europe has extended its X-Rust 7 range of rust removal products by launching a gel that can be used where immersion of an item in a liquid bath isn't possible. The gel is pH neutral, effective at...
View ArticleHeat transfer: the more, the merrier
After analysing 168 heat transfer fluid systems, thermal fluid expert Global Heat Transfer has concluded that annual or bi-annual testing of mineral-based thermal fluids is inadequate when maintaining...
View ArticleMaking the most of your data in five simple steps
In industry, we have been hearing a lot about big data. It's undeniable that all businesses generate data but the skill of organising, visualising and communicating this information is an entirely...
View ArticleIMTS expands its offerings
Based on exhibitor sales and current plans, the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2016 is expected to be one of the largest in show history with even more to offer visitors. The show...
View ArticleSkills to pay the bills - combat the skills shortage
It's no secret that we are in the midst of an industry-wide skills shortage, despite unemployment falling to the lowest levels since 2008. The new challenge is finding employees who are skilled to meet...
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