Cocoa plays an important role in Brazilian agriculture. However, the fruit of the cacao tree (cocoa pods) is prone to fungal diseases. pest infestations are responsible for crop losses of up to 40 percent worldwide. In collaboration with the State University of Campinas (Unicamp), Brazil, researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV are looking to establish new ways of using damaged cocoa pods as part of the Damaged Beans project.
The world is facing a fundamental change to its entire energy supply. All current methods of generating energy are under scrutiny. Nuclear energy has fallen into disrepute for a number of reasons. Meanwhile, hydropower has its own limitations in terms of scope, one of which is its immense impact on the landscape and the associated consequences for flora and fauna. Biomass is another option, but it competes with food production and is also a limited resource. Author: Wolfgang Weber, Pepperl+Fuchs
Additive Manufacturing helps in creation of bespoke designs in the OEM sector
High measuring accuracy and high geometric, thermal and temporal resolution
US-based pioneer in digitalizing the monitoring of polymerization reaction processes now part of the Yokogawa group
For optimal unloading of all powders, including poor flowing materials
Versatile possible applications in mixing and distribution of media
Oval gear meters for the offshore Oil and Gas Industry
The Plastics Technology Centre will generate lactic acid and then PLA from fermentable sugars in biomass waste for use in packaging with active properties for cosmetics and other uses.
PCN Europe talked with Matthias Garbsch, Product Manager Safety at JUMO about the company’s JSP portfolio and the advantages for users.
In addition to the on-the-spot identification of more than 30 plastic types, PET-A can now also be distinguished from PET-G with a handheld device
The decarbonization of energy systems has seen greater interest in the production, distribution and use of hydrogen. To ensure it can become a viable business, custody transfer for hydrogen is essential and this is now being made possible using the latest generation of measurement technologies, as Ricardo Mendes, Global Product Line Manager, ABB explains.
Depth filter sheets with activated carbon
3D format parts for in-house printing in consistently high quality
Firmware update adds web server functions, “HCiR” and parallel access to HART devices to Ethernet gateways
Titan Enterprises has a history of developing and manufacturing optimised liquid flow metering solutions for a diverse range of industries.
Specially developed valve for installation with plastic pipes
Quick and easy to install device for versatile applications
Adding remote control capabilities ultrasonic flowmeters
Suitable for the oil and gas industry and resistant to drilling mud
For submersible pumps in cryogenic applications
Air-permeable rupture for pressure compensation and relief in a single component
For continuous and autonomous mixture monitoring
Reliable measurement of hydrogen in gas networks
Research project for sensor systems for extremely harsh environments
Coperion Partners in Development of Manufacturing Technologies for Graphite-Polymer Based Bipolar Plates
Different Sensor options and AI for sorting processes
Special design of valves and valve blocks for use in space
PFA-Sensor with large measuring range for use in aggressive media
MeterQ Solutions GmbH, a solution provider in the natural gas industry, with the help of Qmicro by Sensirion recently completed the world’s first installation of a process gas chromatograph directly in a natural gas pipeline.
Compact measuring devices with smaller process connections for the pharmaceutical industry
Contribution to recycling of plastic waste and to increased use of renewable raw materials
Endress+Hauser receives certification for meeting IEC 62443-4-1 standards in product development and product life cycles
BASF is convinced of Ethernet-APL technology: it offers powerful and consistent digital communication in process automation from sensors to control levels. We talked to Andreas Ziegler, Automation Manager at BASF SE, about advantages and challenges.
"All-in-one" process for feed and fertiliser production
Plastic waste redirected into production cycles, distinct greenhouse gas reduction with product properties unchanged
Size matters – particularly in competitive markets such as pharma and nutraceuticals due to its direct result on costs. Tradichems patented Hipering® process begins right at the start of the process chain by miniaturizing the ingredients. Thanks to Piab’s piFLOW®p vacuum conveyor their patented process is continuously fed thus maintaining the required pressure level.
The increasing variety and complexity of parenteral drugs calls for new dimensions in quality assurance. Fully automated inspection technology with a combination of visual inspection and container closure integrity testing (CCIT) offers the highest product and hence patient safety. Pharmaceutical manufacturer CDM Lavoisier decided to change their inspection processes for no less than 30 products in four different packaging formats. They are now all inspected on the new AIM 3000 from Syntegon.
Just like cellulose, lignin and fats, proteins are renewable raw materials. Their potential for the chemical industry remains largely untapped. Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV want to change that.
Static Digital Twin Functionality for mechanical components
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