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Innovation award recognises alloy analyser
Niton XL3t alloy analyser suitable for positive material identification, metal fabrication, electronic component testing, solder analysis, lead paint testing; scrap...Emergency stop switch features compact body
Unlike conventional emergency stop switches, Jokab's new Inca has a slender body that makes it easier to mount, plus it...Update on the LTE and mobile Wimax battle
IMS Research has prepared a report on Wimax and competitive systems, with the future for mobile Wimax not looking as...
Energy
Biogas electricity production hits 17 272GWh a year in Europe
Biogas is a green energy using new technology. Undoubtedly, the produced kW cost is not yet a competitor against nuclear or fossil fuel energies, but the systems installed are more and more efficient, and their financial profitability is increasing. Marc Schaller reportsWaste-to-energy market is booming
Waste management in Europe is no longer a haulage and disposal business. The legislative shifts of the past decade have seen major moves towards the implementation of advanced technology and innovative recycling solutionsProgrammable power supply delivers 2.4kW
Genesys rack-mount programmable power supply is 1U high and delivers 2.4kW with high efficiencyHeat pumps for university building
Pumps will be accompany other renewable energy sources, including photovoltaic cells, which will convert sun's light into electricityElectronics
Printed circuit connector modules combines high density with reliability
Connectors are resistant to harsh environmentsUpdate on the LTE and mobile Wimax battle
IMS Research has prepared a report on Wimax and competitive systems, with the future for mobile Wimax not looking as good as might be expectedResearchers seek more reliable electronics
University researchers are investigating ways to develop reliable electronic devices that incorporate integral diagnostics and self-healing characteristics
Power
Waste-to-energy market is booming
Waste management in Europe is no longer a haulage and disposal business. The legislative shifts of the past decade have seen major moves towards the implementation of advanced technology and innovative recycling solutionsLight-absorbing materials cut solar power cost
Scientists are researching new ways of harnessing the sun’s rays that could eventually make it cheaper for people to use solar energy to power their homesUrban wind farm helps revitalise the rust belt
Wind farms are normally associated with mountainous areas and remote regions. But how about one planted in a city on the site of an old steel mill? Drew Robb reports.Protecting against wind turbine grid disturbances
A major Spanish wind farm owner and operator is investing in new technology which overcomes grid disturbances, as research from the same country proposes new solutions to the same issueOil & Gas
Research drives improvements in biofuel processing
Two new biofuel research strategies have made important advances: one that uses fungus to improve corn-to-ethanol processing, and one that converts biomass material such as switchgrass and algae into synthesis gasOil-free rental compressors
Both units will operate alternatively to support testing and commissioning of a two train LNG processing plantFlowmeters cut oil platform costs
Meters form part of a chemical injection metering skid system to be installed in drilling and production platform located offshore AngolaHigh performance offshore hoses
Maximise chemical, thermal and permeation resistance and meets the strictest requirements of the oil and gas offshore industryDesign
Spring set brake for general applications
Releasing by springs provides rapid torque build-up Spring set brake for general applications
Cylindrical bushings are made from a composite bearing material
Developed specially to operate with marginal lubricationImproved security for RJ45 ports
Prevent unauthorised access to RJ45 portsProcess
Controller designed for water treatment systems
The mxControl unit automates control of process variables within water treatment systems such as boilers, coolers and reverse osmosis plantsController designed for water treatment systems