Resistor choppers slow overspeeding fans
Usually, fans do not need a braking resistor and chopper. However, when operating in a closed system, fans are at risk of over-speeding, causing the DC voltage on their motor drives to rise. John...
View ArticleVacuum mass comparator supports the redefined kilogram
The METTLER TOLEDO M_one has long established itself as the reference instrument of choice for mass comparison under a controlled environment. Today, improved artefact storage and transfer capabilities...
View ArticleImproving enterprise through operations intelligence suite
Siemens is expanding its range of industrial management software for the process industries with the release of its XHQ Operations Intelligence platform. The solution provides near-real-time visibility...
View ArticleProper lubrication delivers results
Across all industries, day after day, countless large and small cogs and wheels can be seen spinning; innumerable gears, bearings and compressors work incessantly in assembly belts, baking lines,...
View ArticleCorrosion and impact resistant enclosures
Deltron Enclosures is introducing a new range of enclosures, designed for industries with a need for long-lasting, resilient boxes that guarantee protection of internal components.Corrosion and Impact...
View ArticleImproving tungsten electrode performance
Tungsten Electrodes are used when arc welding with the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) process or Plasma welding. It is necessary to grind tungsten electrodes after they have touched the molten weld pool or...
View ArticleThe guardians of industrial networks
Building on its systems integration expertise, Boulting Technology has launched a comprehensive and dedicated industrial network service, which includes consultancy, feasibility testing, network...
View ArticleThree steps to cloud security
As the manufacturing industry embraces industrial automation and cloud computing, the number of cyber attacks is growing. Martyn Williams discusses the three steps manufacturers should take to stay...
View ArticleMachine learning and graph technology
Social networking tools and graph technology can map and extract insights between entities in a network. Machine learning can be used to analyse networks in a way that can adapt over time to increase...
View ArticleFood-grade aerosol lubricant provides benefits in food processing
Global water, energy and maintenance solutions provider NCH Europe has launched K Plex White Aerosol, a food-grade aerosol lubricant that protects surfaces from contamination and wear. The product is...
View ArticleNew flush-mount HMI
With the launch of the latest addition to the GOT2000 family of HMIs, Mitsubishi Electric says it has introduced a new style of operator interface. The open-frame, back mounting design enables machine...
View ArticleBoosting log saw accumulator availability
When a tissue manufacturer was struggling with the performance and reliability of the chain drive feeding tissue logs into an accumulator it turned to Tsubaki for help in reducing the lost production...
View ArticleHot crimping resistance welding systems
Amada Miyachi Europe announces the availability of complete hot crimping resistance welding systems, ideal for joining insulated copper wire to cable shoes or terminals. A great option for high...
View ArticleHow businesses can save 30% on their energy costs
Power quality specialist REO UK has created an online energy calculator to help businesses calculate the energy savings they can make by using a REOWAVE passive filter. By simply entering a few key...
View ArticleTreating pipe repair headaches
Pete Crossen explores the options available to plant engineers in terms of pipe repair kits and how preparation can protect businesses from the problems of downtimeOne of the best things about winter...
View ArticleThree reasons to wave goodbye to steel
Composite materials are not a new concept, but advancements in technology mean that these materials are beginning to surpass traditional building resources in popularity. Nick Cowley explains the...
View ArticleMeasure your argon for the best weld quality
Weld purging is the act of removing, from the vicinity of the joint, oxygen, water vapour and any other gases or vapours that might be harmful to a welding joint. Such gases may combine with the metal...
View ArticleInsulating castable refractories
Lance Caspersen examines the key considerations for specifying castable refractory insulation systems, offering advice on achieving the best value solutions which minimise energy consumption, optimise...
View ArticleChanging bad gear oil habits
Mark Burnett, explores how plant managers can ensure that machinery oil is changed at the right time. This includes looking at things such as the Total Acid Number of the oil, as well as identifying...
View ArticleCompact compressor offers quiet, oil-free efficiency
BOGE Compressors, a supplier of industrial compressed air systems, has unveiled its latest super-silenced scroll compressor – the EO 6 – which offers exceptional flexibility and outstanding efficiency,...
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