Protection from catastrophic actuator failure. -
Severe injury or death can be caused by the explosive forces released if a high-pressure spring-loaded actuator device fails, along with significant damage to equipment and facilities. However, there is often a lack of regular inspection and maintenance, and the risks have attracted little attention in terms of technology or regulation. A pioneering new energy containment safety device designed to reduce these risks has been launched by Survitec.
The importance of metrology in modern industry. -
On the occasion of World Metrology Day on May 20, 2024, Bruno Martin, Director Quality Management & Director Metrology at Minebea Intec, gave an expert interview. In this interview he sheds light on the fundamental role of metrology in modern industry and explains why precise measu-rements are essential for product quality assurance and reliability.
Displays for signs. -
Sunlight readable, wide viewing angles and low power consumption.
A range of large format e-Paper display modules have been introduced by Review Display Systems (RDS). Three e-Paper display modules are available initially, these include a monochrome 13.3-inch display, a colour 25.3-inch display and a monochrome 31.2-inch display.
A new era in field testing for diverse applications. -
The Site Master MS2085A Cable and Antenna Analyzer and the MS2089A with Integrated Spectrum Analyzer groundbreaking test and measurement instrumentation have been unveiled by Anritsu. These latest entries to the Anritsu lineup are designed from the ground up to further cement Anritsu's dominance in the installation and maintenance arena and to also address the multifaceted demands of the general-purpose market. They redefine industry standards for functionality, precision, and user-friendly operation, marking a transformative leap forward in field testing technology.
Breakthrough in powertrain innovation. -
University College London's (UCL) HyperMile Racing Team proudly announces a pioneering advancement in automotive technology aimed at revolutionising efficiency in the Shell Eco-Marathon. Harnessing the power of Sensor Technology's TorqSense rotary torque transducer, the team has developed an innovative powertrain system poised to redefine performance standards in the eco-racing sphere.
The importance of metrology in modern industry. -
On the occasion of World Metrology Day on May 20, 2024, Bruno Martin, Director Quality Management & Director Metrology at Minebea Intec, gave an expert interview. In this interview he sheds light on the fundamental role of metrology in modern industry and explains why precise measu-rements are essential for product quality assurance and reliability.
Ethylene producer's furnace operations. -
A large US ethylene producer has been provided with 28 thermal imagers by Ametek Land. This is to provide continuous, highly precise, temperature measurements for optimum process control in its four cracking furnaces. Ethylene is a key element in a range of everyday items from plastics to polymers and is produced by cracking hydrocarbon feedstocks at high temperatures with steam.
Ultrasonic imaging solutions for manufacturing, utility, and process industries. - Teledyne FLIR has announced a business and technology partnership to provide industrial customers with leading-edge predictive maintenance solutions, beginning with the FLIR Si2-Series of acoustic imaging cameras: Si2-Pro, Si2-LD, and Si2-PD.
Danfoss Power Solutions has appointed Xianwei (Roy) Chen as the president of its Editron division.
Robotics challenge. - Their 2024 Robotics AI Startup Challenge has been announced by ABB Robotics. This is a global competition designed to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in robotics. The challenge is part of ABB’s ecosystem for innovation, with a previous challenge resulting in the acquisition of Sevensense in January 2024.
Pressure sensors with gel protection. -
Gel-protected pressure sensors in SMD housings from AMSYS, are very popular due to their wide range of applications, whether in pneumatics, wearables or medical technology. This inexpensive yet robust design is now also available in a version for relative pressure up to 2 bar.
Contactless data and power transmission. - The advantages of contactless connectivity are many. It not only ensures reliable transmission, but also makes maintenance considerably easier and enables an almost unlimited number of mating cycles. By using RoProxCon®, from Rosenberger, both data and power can be transferred efficiently, e.g. in turntable mechanisms and robot arms. The robust connectors are able to withstand high shock loads and transmit 30 W of electrical power via inductive coupling.
Discussing ultrasonic flowmeters. - Dr. Jesse Yoder speaks with Process Instrumentation's chief editor Jesse Osborne about the interworking and best uses of ultrasonic flowmeters.
The future of checkweigher operation has arrived! - New standards are been set by Minebea Intec with its latest innovation, the "Blue HMI" user interface for checkweighers. The interface enables intuitive operation and thus offers maximum user-friendliness. The new generation of Minebea Intec checkweighers can be configured, controlled, tested and audited more easily with Blue HMI.
All-in-one gateway for worldwide use. -
HMS Networks has announced significant updates to the Netbiter solution for remote management of field equipment. The new Netbiter EC360W gateway now comes with a fully revamped graphical user interface for Netbiter Argos Cloud to enhance user experience.
New range of test and measurements tools. -
Extech has just announced the launch of its new series of measurement tools. This latest offering includes the advanced EX-series of multimeters and clamp meters, the innovative IAQ320 air quality monitor, and the versatile BR450W borescopes. These tools are engineered to offer exceptional value without compromising on the critical aspect of safety.
MES integration simplified. -
Körber has certified Syntegon, a global manufacturer of pharmaceutical process and packaging technology, as “PAS-X MSI Plug & Produce Ready”. This cooperation aims to enable seamless integration of PAS-X MES, their leading Manufacturing Execution System (MES), with Syntegon's systems. This is particularly relevant for joint customers in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and cell and gene therapy industries.
High temperature relays. -
Omron Electronic Components Europe has addressed the need for denser packed onboard relays with the introduction of higher temperature relays that provide Class-F coil insulation.
Silver lining to air quality aid withdrawal. - Following the disappointing news that the British Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has withdrawn funding for the latest round of Local Air Quality Grants, the air quality instrumentation company Airly has announced two cost-free offers that it hopes will allow councils to make progress on their air quality monitoring programs.
Safety in oil and petroleum transfer operations. -=
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its Boston by Danfoss EHP530 and EHP531 antistatic hoses. Designed for oil, fuel, and gas transfer applications, the hoses increase safety, reliability, and ease of use. Suitable for suction and discharge applications, EHP530 and EHP531 antistatic hoses enhance safety by protecting against static buildup and discharge.
Ultrafast laser solution. -
The FemtoFiber ultra series, from Toptica, is the next generation of femtosecond fiber lasers designed specifically for multi-photon microscopy, two-photon lithography and semiconductor inspection.
Innovative mobile robot with AI. -
The first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot equipped with AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology and the new AMR Studio software has been announced by ABB Robotics. This enables first-time robot users to easily program and operate entire fleets of mobile robots. The new capabilities simplify configuration and can reduce commissioning time by up to 20 percent, paving the way for a workplace where intelligent robots operate autonomously, amid a critical shortage of skilled labour.
Laser sharp website. - Laser Components has completely redesigned its Internet presence. This not only affects the external appearance: the entire content architecture has been reorganized. This strongly customer-oriented structure was based on a comprehensive market and customer analysis.
Basics of remote Input/Outputs (I/O). - Henry Martel of Antaira, mantains that ac strong comprehension of what I/O or "input/output" is required to navigate the world of industrial control and automation.
Pressure valves for high-precision manufacturing. -
The AVENTICSTM Series 625 Sentronic Proportional Pressure Control Valves has been announced by Emerson. With a control deviation of less than 0.5%, the new valves are designed to deliver highly accurate, electronic proportional pressure control and provide the flexibility needed to support sophisticated pneumatic control engineering applications. Data acquisition software (DaS) software included with Series 625 Sentronic valves also make it possible to quickly startup, monitor and control valves directly on a PC.
Expert-driven insights for accelerated value across the enterprise. -
The launch of the an Industrial Enterprise Monitoring Suite, the Seeq Vantage, Seeq's first industrial enterprise monitoring app, was announced at the company's global industry conference, Conneqt 2024, in Miami (FL USA). The Seeq Industrial Enterprise Monitoring Suite provides a comprehensive, automated view into operational performance—past and present. This broader view enables better decision making and continuous improvement across today’s complex, industrial ecosystems.
Miniature liquid flow sensor platform for subcutaneous drug delivery. -
In the changing landscape of the healthcare industry, Sensirion's SLD3x series is contributing to the improvement of subcutaneous drug delivery with miniature, and highly accurate digital liquid flow sensors. Customizable solutions ensure optimal dosing and enhanced patient safety forvarious subcutaneous therapies.
Software for OPC and IoT cloud. - >
Softing Industrial Automation has released the latest version V5.35 of dataFEED OPC Suite to offer comprehensive support for SINUMERIK 840D CNC machines as well as the integration of web services.
Switches to provide added features. - In keeping with its mission to future-proof industrial networks, Moxa has upgraded its flagship EDS-4000/G4000 Series of controlled Ethernet switches with support for MX-NOS firmware version 4.0 (V4.0). The new firmware brings enhanced diagnostics, hardened security measures, and more powerful capabilities to the world’s first IEC 62443-4-2 certified line of Ethernet switches. The EDS-4000/G4000 Series now numbers 68 switch models, all designed to accelerate digital transformation in industrial spaces such as power, transportation, maritime, and factory automation.
Hybrid connector system. -
The MX-DaSH family of data-signal hybrid connectors just introduced by Molex unify power, signal and high-speed data connectivity in a single connector system. These innovative wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connectors are designed to support the transition to zonal architecture and address the full range of emerging applications requiring reliable data transmission. These include autonomous driving modules, camera systems, GPS and infotainment devices, LiDAR, high-resolution displays, sensor-device connectivity and more.
The latest in test excellence. -
Emerson’s Test and Measurement business, formerly NI, has announced its premier NI Connect event will showcase the latest in intelligent NI test and measurement technologies driving innovation and enhancing business performance. The event for test and measurement customers and business and technology leaders runs May 21-22 in Austin, Texas.
Environmental, Social and Governance -
The first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report has been presented by WIKA recently – two years before required by law. This confirms the company’s commitment to sustainability and transparent reporting.
Advanced process control increases polyester production. -
The world-leading producer of high-tech polymer materials, Covestro, is being helped by Emerson to enhance the operational performance and sustainability of its manufacturing facility in Barcelona (ES). As part of a continuous plant improvement programme aimed at reducing emissions from production and external energy sources to net zero by 2035, Covestro has optimised the esterification process used to produce polyester.
Portable furnace thermal imaging system. -
A lightweight Portable Furnace Thermal Imaging System for use in harsh environmental conditions has been launched by AMETEK.It is small and light and fits easily into Pelican flight cases, allowing it to be transported to and around plant locations easily. This means it is ideal for performing regular inspections and surveys, leading to prolonged furnace lifespans, optimised burner efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and improved plant profitability.
Regenerative AC/DC electronic load converter and grid simulator. - The GE&EL+ vAC/DC SiC, from Cinergia, the most complete and versatile Regenerative AC/DC Electronic Load Converter and Grid Simulator on the market has been introduced by Intepro Systems. The GE&EL+ vAC/DC SiC offers revolutionary new regenerative AC/DC technology. Starting at 50kW the device is ideal for testing a wide range of applications, including renewable energy, power HIL (hardware in the loop), smart grids, batteries, and electric vehicles. This device is both an AC and DC grid emulator and can also works as a load.
Joining forces with the SPE alliance. - Endress+Hauser has announced a partnership with the Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) System Alliance. This strategic alliance underscores the company’s commitment to simplifying our customers’ digitalisation needs and investing in the future of automation.
Measuring Oxygen in membrane-free water electrolysers.
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A highly accurate analyzer that detects the impurity of oxygen in the hydrogen has been delivered, by Servomex, to a green hydrogen technology group. CPH2, based in Britain, has developed a unique technology that uses cryogenic separation to deliver pure hydrogen and pure oxygen. It requires a robust, proven and highly accurate analyzer to detect the impurity of oxygen in its membrane-free electrolyser within a state-of-the-art hydrogen production plant in Ireland.
Show report - 4,000 exhibitors from all over the world presented their solutions for digitising their value chains and making them more resilient at the Hannover Messe. More than 40 percent of visitors came from abroad. Apart from the host nation of Germany, the top visitor nations were China, the Netherlands, South Korea, the United States and Japan.
They plan to do it all again 31 March to 4 April 2025. Mark your diary.
Hardy camera targeting smart agriculture, food, and beverage industries. - The Forge® 1GigE IP67, the latest in the Teledyne FLIR IIS industrial camera series, is designed to perform in harsh industrial environments while ensuring highly efficient production capabilities. Forge 1GigE IP67 is the latest in our commitment to deliver advanced imaging systems for factory automation.
Lab Info Management for Australia. -
The Australian branch of Autoscribe Informatics, Autoscribe Informatics Pty Ltd, has moved to new offices in West Lakes Adelaide, to better service its growing customer base across the Asia Pacific region. The operation is headed by Jodie Poole Director, Asia Pacific for Autoscribe who has over 23 years’ experience in information technology and laboratory informatics.
Glove touch display. -
The new Powertip PH800480T030-ZHR06 high-resolution, high-brightness, glove-touch 5” display featuring rugged 3mm screen glass is nowavailable from Inelco Hunter. This touch display is particularly suitable to outdoor environments where a bright, rugged screen is required or where the user will be wearing gloves, such as hospital and factory settings.
Ring light guides... -
Creative Lighting is becoming just as important in the instrument and machinery marketplace as it is in the consumer world – sophisticated lighting adds that “extra edge” to differentiate one product from another. Multitron has announced the availability of MENTOR’s Ring Light Guides. The shallow, single LED design is believed to be unique, enabling functional and aesthetic added-value to be simply added to the end-product.
PV Analyzer and I-V Curve Tracer. - The new Solmetric PVA-1500HE2 PV Analyzer and I-V Curve Tracer has been launched by Fluke. The announcement means that installation and maintenance engineers working on large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) arrays and farms can now test up to 1500V and measure high efficiency (HE) strings up to 30A continuously. The company also introduced the Fluke Solmetric PVA-1500T2 PV Analyzer and I-V Curve Tracer, which can measure 3.5MW in under an hour and handle up to 30A for strings of modules >19% efficiency and 10A for strings of high-efficiency modules with ≥19% efficiency.
CC-Link IE TSN in Action eBook. - This new 2024 Special Report in the Industrial Ethernet Book, "CC-Link IE TSN in Action", explores how Time-Sensitive Networking will help solve industry's problems today and tomorrow.
Gas analysis in Korea. -
Signal Group has announced the further expansion of its network of international distributors with the appointment of Y&J Eng in South Korea.
