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Large-sized LCD panel shipments decline

Some television panel prices have been declining since the first quarter of 2008; monitor panel prices have also been dropping
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Increased level measurement accuracy

A maintenance-free and more accurate solution is available from TC-Klinger based on the guided wave radar (microwave) principle
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Initiatives boost development in flexible electronics

Strategic partnerships between material suppliers, original equipment manufacturers and research institutes to accelerate technology development MORE »

Analogue-style meter combined with precision of digital readout

Overcomes some of the traditional problems associated with the moving coil meters, such as poor low light visibility MORE »

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// - Reccorders allow ‘transparent’ production during cooking

// - Flexible meter technology for a fast changing energy market

// - Parameters for hermetically sealed connectors

// - 'Plug and play' speed sensors are insensitive to electromagnetic fields

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

// - Robust multi-core technology for more accurate and faster mapping

// - Measuring ocean currents for efficient seismic surveys

// - Extracting more from seismic data to get better subsurface models

// - Borehole seismic acquisition gives 'high definition' results

// - Seismic power source ups geohazard survey efficiency

// - Vertical-axis wind turbine gets go-ahead

// - New lasers offer more power-per-dollar

// - Thermowell suits hygiene-critical applications

// - Microbe has potential use in recovery from oil sands

// - Sulphur in auto oils and fuels: monitoring to global standards

// - How lagging impacts on temperature measurement

// - StatoilHydro publishes report into Norwegian rig's oil spill

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

// - Industry urged to act as refrigerant phase-out looms

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

// - Pressure relief systems 'neglected'

// - Reciprocating diaphragm pumps for sour gas re-injection

// - New process could cut the cost of LEDs

// - Software helps to accelerate innovation

// - Autodesk unveils Autocad 2010

// - Easier recycling of electronic waste

// - Meeting the latest safety standards in pneumatics

// - Streamer steering now crucial as market conditions tighten

// - Demand increases for clean fire suppression agent

// - Safe calibration of fieldbus transmitters

// - Bearings combine benefits of stainless steel and solid lubricant

// - Securing industrial control systems against threat of cyber infection

// - Encoders can replace glass scales

// - Closer integration of reverse engineering and CAD techniques

// - Despite the advantages of ac, dc drives still have a future

// - Statistical software helps evaluates the reliability of products

// - HMI/Scada product benefits from improved user interface

// - Sewerage sludge materials handling package

// - Stepper motor technology avoids loss of synchronisation

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

// - Material maintains sealing in hostile operating environments

// - Improving pH control and compliance in water effluents

// - Advanced solutions key to creating competitive advantage

// - Powder testing for optimal process design and operation

// - Doubts raised over safety of two widely used plastics chemicals

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

// - Efficient decomposition of pharmaceuticals through ozonisation

// - In an emergency make sure you get the message to customers

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

// - Optimising electricity supply to boost efficiency and reliability

// - CFB offers potential solution to carbon emissions problem

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

// - Filter class recommendations for healthier air quality

// - Health monitoring systems are key to the modern plant

// - Initiative boosts anaerobic digestion expansion plans

// - Initiative boosts anaerobic digestion expansion plans

// - Pocket conveyor belts are flexible and environmentally friendly

// - Fully automatic pure steam condensate sampling system

// - Peristaltic technology tackles endocrine disrupting chemicals

// - Securing integrated Scada systems against cyber attacks

// - Smart wireless solutions solve compliance and complexity issues

// - Regulatory enforcement drives continuous emission monitors

// - Better power transmission helps stabilises manufacturing process

// - Simulation software speeds product development

// - Suppressing errors in quantum computers

// - Air-air heat exchangers save costs

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

// - 3D CAD: integration of reverse engineering

// - Peristaltic pumps tackle the problem water pollution

// - Operator panels combine HMI and control functions

// - Pipeline inspection: quantitative wall thickness measurement for gas pipelines

// - Embedded system is suitable for high-speed, real-time vision

// - Polymer for compression vanes in pneumatic tools

// - ARC embeds Sonic technology

// - 869MHz transmitter can achieve 5km range

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

// - Software environment for configuring automation and safety functions

// - Taking the brakes off developing machine-to machine applications

// - Replacing PCs and SBCs with a low power embedded platform

// - Latest PCB technology boosts power electronics performance

// - Transceiver targets low cost antenna diversity in ISM band applications

// - Connectors: for space, medicine and test and measurement applications

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

// - Battle heats up for USB3.0 chips in new markets

// - Power grid: modelling and simulation key to security, reliability and efficiency

// - Energy-efficient motors: new standard supports market

// - Cam-clutches provide protection overrun in fans and air conditioners

// - Autodesk

// - Product lifecycle management: IBM and Siemens team up

// - Sustainable compounds use natural fibres and fillers

// - Safety system protects personnel and operations

// - Wireless transmitters: 869MHz module can achieve 5km range

// - AUV supports environmental monitoring, wide area surveys

// - Challenging times as doubts raised over CSEM technique

// - Adapt and innovate to survive impact of the financial crisis

// - Seismic fleet targets 3D and 4D high-end surveys

// - Understanding the importance of cable cleats in offshore industries

// - xIDE for Interface Express - new version for Bluetooth 2.1

// - Managing data for compliance and a competitive advantage

// - Locating the ultra-deep water edges of the Arctic with satellites

// - Variable speed drives: the ecological payback

// - New range of manual lever hydraulic valves

// - Motion Control Library suits B and R PLC systems

// - High-performance steel wire ropes for offshore cranes

// - Embedded code management adds multimedia support

// - Total organic carbon analyser

// - Spindle controller includes control, drive and power supply

// - Mechatronic software design package in development

// - NEI Fusion 2.0 combines Nastran FEA and Solidworks CAD

// - Labview 2009 introduces wireless sensor network platform

// - Group 2 (SAE A) cast iron pumps for mobile hydraulics

// - GPS receiver module meets automotive requirements

// - Landfill gas set to generate green income

// - Mud density measurement saves dredging costs

// - Wireless temperature sensors need no batteries

// - Electromechanical joining module costs less

// - Process control instruments with web interface

// - CFdesign 2010 provides CFD in a CAD environment

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

// - Resin developments speed up the automotive production process

// - Recycled plastics offer commercial and environmental benefits

// - Insert evolution enhances threaded joints in lightweight assemblies

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

// - International standard supports the market for energy-efficient motors

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

// - Digital models definitions: beware the hidden dangers

// - NX software gains Maple analysis capabilities

// - Ansys teams with Spaceclaim

// - Bio-Guardian elastomer is effective against bacterial growth

// - Isagraf 6.0 features Managed Open Plug In environment

// - Unmanaged PoE switch offers high functionality at a low price

// - Networking: the key to ensuring process safety in the future

// - Torque about improving handling accuracy

// - Particle size analysis reduces cement manufacturing costs

// - Measuring powder behaviour in relation to quality by design

// - Magnetically driven gear pumps give edge on costs

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

// - Top five dominate process level measurement device supplies

// - Novel wastewater purification approach by switching atoms

// - Security of supply: meeting the operational challenge of maintaining

// - Motors help minimising impact of sulphur dioxide on environment

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

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

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

// - CAM software enhances productivity and efficiency

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

// - Electro-deionisation modules remove common contaminants

// - Get smart and cut energy costs with integrated motor controls

// - Make sure you choose the correct plastic tank for chemical storage

// - How to choose a ball valve to control fugitive emissions

// - Ironcad Next Generation released

// - Mechatronics design process simplified

// - Particle size analysis reduces cement manufacturing costs

// - Electro-deionisation modules help remove contaminants

// - Top five dominate process level measurement devices

// - Standard high level modelling language aids safety systems

// - Choosing a ball valve to control fugitive emissions

// - Pressure sensing, switching and display in one unit

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

// - Holistic energy saving strategy unites production and the environment

// - Specialist lighting solutions reap economic rewards for industry

// - Risk analysis for low carbon systems

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

// - Photovoltaic process specification helps cut solar cell production costs

// - Red-Lion project delivers reduced-cost Li-Ion vehicle battery

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

// - Wave equation migration imaging gives clearer sub-salt definition

// - Double naming ceremony for 3D seismic survey vessels

// - NOAA Office of Coast Survey buys AUV

// - Accelerating 3D seismic data analysis on desktop workstations

// - Improving profitability and performance

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

// - Maintain radio communications in remote environments

// - Self-contained water-atomising fire suppression for offshore installations

// - A life aquatic: ensuring marine diversity

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

// - Risk management software for the new Machinery Directive

// - Hydroacoustic technology used to monitor marine biodiversity

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

 
 

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