Push-Pull system constructs world’s largest observation wheel
An Enerpac Push-Pull system has been used to construct what is claimed to be the world’s largest observation wheel. The Ain Dubai observation wheel is over 250 metres tall, significantly higher than the 168 metre, High Roller observation wheel in Las Vegas, and almost twice the height of the London Eye.
Siemens expands its Industrial Edge offering for machine tools
Siemens is expanding its Industrial Edge offering for machine tools with two new edge devices. In addition to the already available IPC227E, there is now the IPC127E, an entry-level device, and the IPC427E, a powerful edge device for machine tools.
Pressure sensor with IO-Link functionality for usage within smart IoT applications
Parker Hannifin has launched the SCPSi pressure sensor with IO-Link functionality to meet customer demand in more and more smart industrial environments.
ASCO wins INEOS oil & gas contract in Norway
ASCO Norge AS has been awarded the contract as the preferred base supplier for INEOS Oil & Gas Norway’s first drilling operation on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
Siem Offshore to retrofit compressed air system
Siem Offshore has contracted TMC Compressors (TMC) to supply a new marine compressed air system to be retrofitted onboard the JOIDES Resolution research vessel. Former drillship JOIDES Resolution is a research vessel that drills into the ocean floor to collect and study core samples.
Wireless vibration sensor for machine fault analysis
The Fluke 3563 Analysis Vibration Sensor combines a piezoelectric high-frequency sensor with advanced software analytics to enable maintenance teams to track and analyse asset vibration readings continuously. It enables the monitoring of an extensive portfolio of productioncritical assets.
Detect and localise leaks in Natural Gas Storage Installations
Natural Gas Storage Installations (NSGIs) are remote sites where large volumes of gas are stored. These facilities provide a back up gas reservoir to face consumption peaks due to seasonal variations, among other reasons. Uptime of NSGIs is critical and they need to be available 365 days a year. The maintenance team requires the ability to quickly and effectively scan large areas from a safe distance with the certainty of reliability and accuracy.
Next-generation portable dew point measurement
The new version of the S520 smart handheld dew point meter from Measure Monitor Control delivers high measurement speeds through its dual sensor design, integrated pressure sensor and smart features.
AHP Merkle launches electrohydraulic cylinder with its own built-in power supply
AHP Merkle cylinders are well-known in the mould and toolmaker industry for their high quality and reliability. However the cylinders are used in many other industries from special purpose machines to test rigs and machine tools.
Emerson solenoid valves enable more compact machine designs
Emerson has launched a range of twoway and three-way solenoid valves that support original equipment manufacturers’ (OEMs) need to develop more compact machines and equipment without compromising on fluid control performance. Emerson comments that the optimised body design and internal flow path of the new ASCO Series 256/356 not only provides a smaller footprint, but also reduced power consumption and increased pressure ratings critical in industrial and commercial applications.
Piezo-resistive pressure transducers from Variohm EuroSensor
As a designer and manufacturer of measurement sensor components and a distribution partner for other sensor suppliers, Variohm EuroSensor offers a wide range of pressure transducers that find widespread use for measurement and monitoring tasks in industrial machinery, medical equipment, science and research projects, automotive engineering and test and many other areas.
Detect and localise leaks in brake systems
To ensure safety on the tracks, the maintenance technicians pay special attention to the braking system. The centralised pneumatic brake system is used to keep pressure on the system continuously and to ensure the brake shoes remain open. As soon as the pressure drops, the brakes engage and start causing undesired friction on the axles. A tricky, tiny leak in the compressed air system can lead to system malfunctions, which activate the brakes. These errors must be corrected as soon as possible.
Mastering fluid power efficiency with industrial IoT
By Jeremy Drury , vice president, IoT Diagnostics
The digital transformation journey – don’t run before you can walk
January’s online Talking Industry panel discussion addressed issues surrounding digital data capture, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and better communication practices etc through deploying concepts and strategies related to the industrial network of things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0.
Remote commissioning of equipment allows installation during Covid-19
Normally the supply, installation and commissioning of a heat exchanger to sterilise food ingredients such as wort would be a relatively straightforward exercise, with HRS project engineers travelling from their bases in Spain or the UK to the client’s location. However, the travel and operation restrictions imposed globally by the Coronavirus pandemic earlier this year meant that a different approach was required for one HRS MI Series installation in the United States.
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