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Wellhead outlet for use in hotter wells

Outlet re-engineered to operate safely in the higher temperatures typically generated by the majority of high pressure, high temperature wells
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New parallel-shaft ac gearmotor

Bison Gear is adding eight new models of parallel-shaft AC gearmotor to its range of Von Weise Drop-In Replacement gearmotors
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Economical gas adsorption analyser

The compact BELSORP-Mini II from Merrow Scientific provides precise measurement of surface area and porosity MORE »

Major tidal turbine contract

The Neptune demonstration design is on schedule for delivery in 2010 at the UK tidal test centre located in Orkney, as a precursor to commercial deployment MORE »

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// - Energy improvement: look at the big picture for real savings

// - HVDC cable sets standard for transmission projects

// - Novel pumping technology operates by using solar energy or waste heat

// - Improved analysis of composite structures

// - Laser-based security system for extreme weather conditions

// - Parameters for hermetically sealed connectors

// - Software impacts on design for multi-core processors in single chip

// - Finding new ways to squeeze more energy from mature fields

// - Measuring ocean currents for efficient seismic surveys

// - ROV in hunt for unexploded munitions in the Baltic Sea

// - Eyes on the Arctic as race to find undiscovered energy intensifies

// - Seismic power source ups geohazard survey efficiency

// - Miniature load cell features USB output

// - Future success: co-operation and collaboration is imperative

// - Composite technology: repairs and maintenance wrapped up

// - Repairing and strengthening of ageing offshore structures

// - Coriolis metering solution to measurement of bunker fuel

// - Spot oil spills and leaks with the help of colour coded bacteria

// - Pipe-in-pipe centralisers go deep offshore

// - Digital valve control goes wireless

// - Pressure relief systems 'neglected'

// - New process could cut the cost of LEDs

// - Linear actuator incorporates linear motor and guide

// - Software tool validates 3D CAD models

// - New 3D laser scanners for reverse engineering

// - Precision microwave radar-based wave and sea level sensor

// - Proportional valves gain new 4-20mA control option

// - Intuitive servo drives deliver high performance

// - Space-saving mobile radio modem for industrial applications

// - ROVs sold to China’s largest off-shore engineering company

// - Gulf of Mexico oil and gas production reliant on Sheffield engineering

// - New waveguide switches offer manual or electrical operation

// - Touchscreen HMIs gain soft-PLC funcationality

// - From kettle controls to a clock which tells the time in a new way

// - Laser micrometer offers twice the measuring range

// - Micro-manufacturing now offers advantages for specialist processes

// - Laminate shimstock helps companies gain competitive edge

// - Closer integration of reverse engineering and CAD techniques

// - Roller chain drives offer longer life, even in harsh environments

// - Creating new opportunities to help cut costs with stereolithography

// - New generation of Delta robots unveiled

// - Sewerage sludge materials handling package

// - Filters improve diesel cleanliness by 500 per cent in mine

// - Digital automation for coal gasification plant

// - Process analysers - pushing for the standardisation of devices

// - Robust future for low voltage ac and dc drives market

// - Trend for fast track project implementation grows

// - Advanced solutions key to creating competitive advantage

// - Cutting cycle times for sintered parts by more than a half

// - System migration: make sure you improve control, not just replicate

// - New method monitors critical bacteria in wastewater treatment

// - South American power producers invest for a mixed fuel future

// - Safety by design: training aims to cut global accident rates to zero

// - Modelling transformers for high-voltage power distribution

// - Co-ordinated control ensures quality assured energy supply

// - Revamps of power projects are now key to automation contracts

// - Lubricating the wheels of innovation to reduce friction

// - Actuators must withstand high humidity, salt, wind and rain

// - Compact gearhead is exceptionally quiet

// - Control system covers all aspects of automation

// - Growth continues for single-use and disposable process systems

// - Peristaltic technology tackles endocrine disrupting chemicals

// - Ageing plant and the implications for asset integrity

// - Securing integrated Scada systems against cyber attacks

// - Record growth in installed nodes as PROFINET confidence grows

// - Planetary gearboxes: a solution for driving peristaltic pumps

// - Corrosion solutions conference

// - Regulatory enforcement drives continuous emission monitors

// - Plant studies support use of wireless in capital projects

// - Simulation software speeds product development

// - Easier connection of measurement systems to a PC

// - Suppressing errors in quantum computers

// - IBM to set up Systems Engineering lab in Munich

// - Engineering design optimisation on a Saas basis

// - Digital automation of coal gasification plant

// - Cut cycle times for sintered parts by more than a half

// - Asset management: seamless solutions key to creating business advantage

// - Roller chain drives offer long life in harsh environments

// - Growth in installed nodes as PROFINET confidence grows

// - 3D CAD: integration of reverse engineering

// - Peristaltic pumps tackle the problem water pollution

// - Permanent-magnet gearmotors offered with speed control option

// - Triple eccentric valves for gas-to-liquid project in Qatar

// - Bespoke solution for Qatar offshore platform

// - Refrigeration plant supplies rapid cooling

// - Mini projector is small enough for cellphones

// - CAE software suite includes 'first-to-market' features

// - Using pen and multi-finger touch to control a PC

// - Safety unit combines multiple functions

// - Meet the challenge of collaborative management in embedded design

// - Custom mixed signal ICs can be more economical than you may think

// - Latest PCB technology boosts power electronics performance

// - Top-down approach to the simplification of PSU selection

// - Mobilisation of embedded applications

// - High level modelling language for mission and safety-critical systems

// - Connector features lightweight aluminium housing

// - Compressed air: saving a packet at corrugated packaging plant

// - Record-breaking wind-powered car gives a glimpse of the future

// - Micro Manufacturing Conference 2009

// - Autodesk

// - Field-mountable RTU controller offers high availability

// - Miniature flat motor offers high torque and ISO 13485 compliance

// - Hybrid robot vehicle undertakes record-breaking dive

// - Survey data vital to selecting routes for subsea pipelines

// - More UK gas storage needed to ensure integrity of supply

// - Better mapping and knowledge of minerals key to oil extraction

// - Rubber 'barges' key to helping contain oil spillage accidents

// - Phase separation: meeting the technical challenges

// - The IEC 61511 revision: functional safety comes of age

// - Pigging and SPL development

// - Embedded code management adds multimedia support

// - Technical software recovery predicted in Cambashi report

// - Smart Wireless field starter kit gains additional input devices

// - The first shrink-fit riser flanges

// - 3D finite-element software runs fast on standard PCs

// - Simatic S7 F Systems engineering tool gains process safety functions

// - Assessment identifies ways to enhance designs

// - Programmable universal verbaliser 1/8 DIN panel meter

// - Interest grows in engineering as a career

// - CFdesign 2010 provides CFD in a CAD environment

// - How to manufacture cars and reduce their environmental impact

// - Machinery relocation services

// - Electroactive polymer actuators feature microstructured surface

// - Recycled plastics offer commercial and environmental benefits

// - Insert evolution enhances threaded joints in lightweight assemblies

// - Seals solve nuclear problem

// - Reviewing a novel research tool for sourcing expert-level knowledge

// - Magnets offer advantages as an alternative to mechanical gears

// - Condition monitoring units provide sensing solution

// - Synchronised drives help give a train a lift during maintenance

// - Digital models definitions: beware the hidden dangers

// - Design, developing and integrating engineering solutions

// - Ansys teams with Spaceclaim

// - Energy-efficient machine tool technologies

// - Torsional stiffness measurement system uses COTS components

// - Safety culture key to preventing tank farm disasters in the future

// - Simple device integration with PROFIBUS PA Profile 3.02

// - Main automation suppliers focus on integration and flexibility

// - Novel wastewater purification approach by switching atoms

// - Accurate gas analysis drives process efficiency

// - Flush fastener joins PCBs to sheet metal

// - Tedsdongle reduces time required for configuring Teds sensor systems

// - Modularisation - a key driver to power plant efficiency

// - Largest circulating fluidised bed boiler begins production

// - Automating functions at a Peruvian hydropower plant

// - Submerged tidal turbine goes with the flow on green energy

// - Fusion energy: 3D software helps engineers develop next stage

// - Using virtual reality to design and simulate power plant performance

// - Novel chip material could hold 50 times more data

// - Innovative Pascat landing craft starts sea trials

// - Low-cost 3D printer is easier to use

// - CAM software enhances productivity and efficiency

// - Compact screw jack delivers high performance

// - Low-cost electric actuators launched

// - Laser polishing is faster than hand polishing

// - Submersible hydrostatic level transmitters for depths of 200m

// - Centum VP integrated production control system now at R4.02

// - IO-Link adapter connects standard sensors to IO-Link

// - Higher loads and better wear key to success of enhanced sealing

// - Strategic tie-ups the way ahead for automation providers

// - Key safety lessons outlined following leak investigation

// - Automatic valves for on-off and high performance control

// - Low-cost route to 3D scanning and model reconstruction

// - Creating successful working relationships across cultures

// - Take a top-down approach to simplify PSU selection

// - Standard high level modelling language aids safety systems

// - MEMS inclinometers are compact and high-precision

// - New standard for testers and reviewers of user documentation

// - Romanian cogeneration plant meets EU energy efficiency goals

// - Steam management brings major savings in condensate recovery

// - Specialist lighting solutions reap economic rewards for industry

// - Hydrogen fuel cells: from automotive power to distributed generation

// - Modelling, simulating and testing of renewable energy technologies

// - High-performance DC motor is ultra-compact

// - Programmable encoders enable new applications

// - Remote data manager for process instruments

// - Accurately predict behaviour of filled polymers

// - Sub-bottom survey of geological boundaries in the Arctic Circle

// - New 'smart thinking' remotely operated vehicle rated to 3000m

// - 768 fibre optic sub-sea riser cable sets new world record

// - Improving profitability and performance

// - Think small and make the most of associated gas developments

// - Corrosion and fatigue: new ways of warding off old enemies

// - 3D digital versatility enhances design of subsea control systems

// - Cutting the cost of flaring with dynamic simulation

// - WEG - An expanding global success story in power suuply, distribution, transmission, control and automation systems

// - Sonar surveys play key role in South Australia port development

// - Need for powerful cranes drives development technologies

// - Fault diagnostics in gas turbines

// - Dynamic simulators for improved plant performance

// - Simple rules to make your simulator worth the investment

 
 

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