Putting the AI into maintenance
Over the past five years, the industrial sector has begun to see the value in digitalisation and has invested more in adopting it. With this has come a cultural shift from reactive equipment...
View ArticleIncreasing operational efficiency
Historically, all elements of a production cycle were managed by a single organisation, from prototype testing right through to order fulfilment. However, with production costs increasing and profit...
View ArticleNew vacuum pump
Short, reliable and clean production processes are more important than ever for the increasingly digital and globally active value chains, in addition to high quality results. Vacuum technology...
View ArticlePump range expands
The Husky e-Series range from Graco combines all the benefits of a traditional air operated diaphragm pump (self-priming, stalling under pressure, a seal-less design and increased diaphragm life) with...
View ArticleExploring the world of virtual commissioning
In 1895, pioneer of astronautic theory, Konstantin Tsiolkovsky, developed the concept of the space elevator, a transportation system that would allow vehicles to travel along a cable from the Earth’s...
View ArticleATEX infrared thermometer monitors sulfur recovery process
Fluke Process Instruments offers a dedicated, robust solution for monitoring Claus reactors during the recovery of elemental sulfur from process streams. In this setup, ATEX-certified infrared...
View ArticleGetting flour to the baker
Bread is and always has been a staple food all over the world, whether in the form of rye bread, flatbread, baguette, pide, chapatti or toast. After all, what could be more inviting than the wonderful...
View ArticleEnhanced connectivity for multi-gas detectors
Honeywell has announced a new Bluetooth-enabled device that brings connectivity to its BW portable multi-gas detectors so companies can monitor their employees’ safety remotely, respond to emergencies...
View ArticleRobots as our new team members
Paradigm Electronics, a loud speaker and subwoofer manufacturer, has implemented robots to assist with product polishing. Humans collaborate with the robots but no longer perform the entire time...
View ArticleNew nitrogen detector
Designed with advanced ion selective electrode (ISE) sensors and a highly intelligent transmitter, the new plug-and-play Ammonium Hydra-DS Analyser from Electro-Chemical Devices simplifies the accurate...
View ArticleNew nitrogen detector
Designed with advanced ion selective electrode (ISE) sensors and a highly intelligent transmitter, the new plug-and-play Ammonium Hydra-DS Analyser from Electro-Chemical Devices simplifies the accurate...
View ArticleNew drum tipper
The new Flexicon Tip-Tite drum tipper with integral flexible screw conveyor allows volumetric feeding of bulk material from drums into downstream processes free of dust.A hydraulic cylinder raises and...
View ArticleChoices for workholding
With a vast array of clamping, positioning and workholding methods available, how do you go about choosing the right one? Paul Mulvey of norelem UK explains what to look for when deciding.Every day,...
View ArticleAvoiding another carbon dioxide crisis
Last month’s carbon dioxide (CO2) shortage in the UK caused retailer Booker to ration its sales to ten cases of beer per customer, Scotland’s biggest abattoir to close temporarily and supermarket...
View ArticleAnalysing explosion risk
Since 2003, compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) 2002 has been required for all existing and new assets. Protection against risks from fire and...
View ArticleImproving pump station efficiency
Anglian Water’s search for a solution to improve efficiency on one of its largest Raw Water Pumping Stations at Empingham has taken almost six years. The solution has now been found, and it has been...
View ArticleNext generation of mix-proof valves announced
SPX Flow has announced the launch of a new range of mix-proof hygienic valves. This D4 Series is the result of continued development from both APV and Waukesha Cherry-Burrell process technologies. Used...
View ArticleNew remote monitor for automatic lubrication systems
SKF has announced the introduction of its LRM2 lubrication remote monitor. Compatible with oil or grease, it is designed for use with lubrication systems that cannot be checked daily due to the nature...
View ArticleNew blast cleaning capability
One of the first steps in many repair and overhaul projects is to remove any corrosion and old coatings to reveal the true condition of the base material. Customers can now take advantage of...
View ArticleMaintenance across borders
Whether it is safety tests for your electrical switchgear, efficiency tests for your boiler or upkeep for plant parts and equipment, the need for ongoing maintenance is vital. However, when completing...
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