Health, safety and heat transfer systems

13 February, 2024

The Isle of Man is home to the world’s longest running electric tramcars. Installed in 1896 following the arrival of tourism to the area, updates and extensions to the track and its cars mean they are still safely carrying passengers today. A heat transfer fluid (HTF) system can have an impressively long life too, says Clive Jones, managing director of thermal fluid systems expert Global Heat Transfer, provided the system is carefully maintained and its health and safety risks are well managed

Digital Catapult launches Hydrogen Sensor Accelerator

30 January, 2024

Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, has announced five pioneering UK businesses chosen for a new Hydrogen Sensor Accelerator Programme.

Fluid handling solutions evolve to meet needs of larger offshore wind turbines

25 January, 2024

Better, more powerful and more efficient fluid handling systems are urgently required to support the energy transition, according to Celeros Flow Technology.

Industry 4.0 on-premise data intelligence platform

16 January, 2024

SICK has launched an Industry 4.0 on-premise data intelligence platform that enables manufacturing and logistics organisations to optimise their operating performance. SICK Field Analytics can be quickly and easily set up to provide meaningful, application-specific condition monitoring and process insights, independently of an organisation’s existing machinery and systems.

Sustainable actuation solution with zero emission electro-hydraulic package

19 December, 2023

Automation Technology, Inc. (ATI), a leading provider of customised and comprehensive valve automation solutions, has launched its zero emission electro-hydraulic actuator solution to eliminate the carbon footprint of pipeline operations.

Electrification for yard loaders and telehandlers from a single source

18 December, 2023

Electrically driven yard loaders and telehandlers have already been working successfully in agriculture and at transhipments points for some time. The drive concepts are constantly being optimised and new components are coming onto the market. HAWE’s electrification experts advise on concept development and component selection.

High-performance range of mobile motors provides solution for low-voltage electro-hydraulic pumps

05 December, 2023

Parker Hannifin, has unveiled its latest addition to its high-performance range of mobile motors: the low-voltage NX8xHM series. Providing a cost-effective solution for both on and off-road vehicles, the new permanent magnet AC (PMAC) motor is an ideal choice for electro-hydraulic pumps used by 48Vdc construction vehicles, such as mini excavators. The motors are also suitable for on-highway truck steering applications and auxiliaries.

Hydraulics in automation: Enhancing warehouse operations

09 November, 2023

Hydraulic systems are an integral part of automation in various industries, including warehouse operations. In a warehouse setting, where efficiency, reliability, and precision are paramount, hydraulics can play a crucial role in certain applications. H&P explores the role of integrating hydraulics in warehouse automation and their benefits.

CFT-Green Valve Packing System reduces fugitive emissions and enhances safety of pipelines

17 October, 2023

Celeros Flow Technology has launched a new sealing system – the CFT-Green Valve Packing System – which reduces fugitive emissions across pipelines and provides a safe and efficient sealing solution for valves. Engineers in the oil and gas, chemical, and power generation industries can now increase safety across their facilities and pipeline networks.

Industrial trucks: Sustainability and full automation are the future of intralogistics

16 October, 2023

The industrial trucks sector is suited for future concepts such as sustainability and digitalisation or full automation like few others explains WEBER-HYDRAULIK who has redesigned the material handling section of its website with a particular focus on steering systems, stabilisation modules and hydraulic controls as well as power units

COTS solution helps aerospace engineers rapidly optimise missile fin actuation system

03 October, 2023

Precise missile fin control can be the difference between hitting or missing the target. Fin actuation depends on a motion solution with reliable, high dynamic control, in a power-dense package. A customisable off-the-shelf (COTS) strategy can help achieve this outcome, minimising development time while meeting the essential operational criteria.

Reducing marine equipment downtime with predictive maintenance

05 September, 2023

Reducing downtime owing to machine faults and breakdowns is important for all industries, but with marine equipment typically being in a remote location, how do we react when problems occur? Andrew Powles Managing Director at FPE Seals explains further

Service ensures reliable compressor systems for marine vessels

31 August, 2023

Burckhardt Compression, the compression solutions company, recently provided a full range of compressor and auxiliary services for four marine vessels that were undergoing their five-year service at a dry dock in Korea. All four vessels were under a long-term service agreement (LTSA) with Burckhardt Compression, which made it possible for the scope and expected spare parts to be prepared well ahead of time. The service was completed within three and a half months, despite the challenges  of hot and rainy weather as well as a confined work area with simultaneous work ongoing by different teams.

Powerful and compact cube sensor

16 August, 2023

SICK has announced it has added the UC40, a powerful and compact cube sensor, to its market-leading family of ultrasonic sensors.

Intelligent actuators decrease downtime

08 August, 2023

An IQ3 actuator on site at a Gatwick tank farm

Rotork has announced it has helped upgrade and modernise a major Gatwick fuel farm, providing them with IQ3 intelligent actuators on Rotork’s Pakscan control network.