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Rugged touch panel PC is sealed to IP65

Avalue is releasing the LPC-1203 Touch Panel PC that is sealed to IP65 for use in applications where the ingress of dust and moisture must be prevented

Bearings with Peek cages suit demanding applications

SKF is launching high-performance ball and roller bearings with Peek cages that offer numerous benefits for high-performance equipment and machinery

Ultrasonic motor powers new line of linear positioning stages

Stages designed for high-speed positioning tasks with limited space

Precision linear actuators are powerful yet compact

Thomson's new T60 Precision Linear Actuator delivers static loads of up to 10kN over a stroke length of 1.5m, yet its cross-section is just 75 x 60mm

New energy-efficient vacuum generator module

Festo is launching a Venturi-type vacuum generator module that benefits from built-in functions for energy-saving and condition monitoring

Miniature through-hole load cell features USB interface

New from Futek Advanced Sensor Technology is the LTH350 Donut/Thru hole Load Cell that features a USB output option for plug-and-play load monitoring

Opportunities in the European market for stationary fuel cells

Research from Frost and Sullivan's suggests that the European market for stationary fuel cells will see very rapid growth over the next eight years

Novel applications for carbon-based nanotechnologies

Futurecarbon will use the 2010 Hanover Fair to demonstrate its Carbo e-Therm electrical heating coating and Carbogran carbon nanotube granulate product

Direct-drive rotary table features large open bore

Intellidrives' new Rotoring RR-18-14 direct-drive rotary table is a high-performance model that features a clear central bore of 350mm diameter

Low-profile, universal load cells offer high stability

New from LCM Systems is the PTC-1 range of low-profile, high-stability, universal load cells with rated loads from 5 to 1000kN

Strain gauge amplifier is Atex-approved for hazardous zones

Mantracourt is releasing evaluation models of its ALA5 Atex-approved high-performance amplifier that can be used in Hazardous Zones 0, 1 and 2

2010-05-01

Efficiency and resources - the twin benefits of energy management

Efficient energy management should be a clear focus for industry in the future. Not only does this approach help to reduce CO2 emissions, it makes sound business sense across all industry sectors, says Eric Petela

Smaller valves focus on high performance

As size and portability become more important for processes, demand is also growing for their valves to be smaller, lighter and better performing than ever before. Sean Ottewell reports

Reducing contamination in bearings

As end-users of rotating equipment seek to extend the life of these applications, increasing emphasis is being placed on reducing contamination in the bearing environment

Sealing damaged flanges

Flexitallic has launched the first solution to sealing damaged flanges without the need for replacement or machining

Save energy and money on existing thermal installations

Important developments in both combustion technology inside the burner and in the way fuel control systems are engineered

Wireless communication ensures interoperability for plant operations

Having its wireless communications hardware validated by one of the leading mobile companies has opened up new opportunities for a leading supplier of technology and software solutions to the process industries

A guide to selecting the most appropriate pump technology

As pump versatility increases, making the right choice for your process can be challenging. Using the knowledge and expertise of pump manufacturers can overcome this, says Steve Digby

Card reader modules

Providing an operator with information and receiving operator feedback is central to many industrial processes

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