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The international Red Dot Award for design competition went to Bosch filling and closing machine AFG500, after the assessment of an independent jury of experts. Among the new features of the machine there is the aseptic changeover of product-handling part
Safety is a paramount concern nowadays and in Oral Solid Dosage production the main challenge is the protection of operating staff. This is why containment solutions for OSD are primarily focused on safety
In this rapidly changing industrial scenario, ACHEMA represents the most important litmus test for many sectors, from Chemical to Biotechnology. PCN Europe interviewed Dr. Thomas Scheuring to get the details of this revolution
Accontrol S7 programmable controller simulation software from Delta Logic played a key role in the development and implementation of a new SCADA system for the Mont Blanc Tunnel. Thanks to this software, it was possible to achieve a smooth transition to t
Complex processes happen in petrochemical plants. Monitoring operations and preventing accidents is therefore of fundamental importance to improve production. Two case studies from Magnetrol explain how
Mark Pontin, Managing Director of Resolve Optics Ltd., explained in this exclusive interview how optics have played a central role in the transformation of modern manufacturing processes
For increased efficiency and productivity
With a cooling system on a hybrid combination
Companies are restructuring their budgets and launching programs to handle the changes lead by the technological breakthrough. This is all at the center of the upcoming Hannover Messe
Car manufacturers are showing a high interest in additive manufacturing of metal parts in volume that they started conducting tests, setting up pilot production units and refining their strategy
A study conducted by Deutsche Messe with Roland Berger and VDMA revealed why mechanical and plant engineering encountered issues to enter into platform economy and position themselves for the IIoT
The Power-to-X process seems to be a valuable alternative to renewable energies for green energy supply and storage. The idea behind it is to reconvert to energy unused electricity for chemicals production that can be stored without significant loss
Taking stock of the current market scenario becomes necessary to analyze what happened in 2017 and anticipate future trends, getting ready for 2018 developments
The future of managing pipeline construction projects over many miles involves viewing it in a virtual environment
With I2C interface for areas at risk of explosion
Designed for optimal compatibility
This new company, headquartered at the ZAL TechCenter in Hamburg-Finkenwerder, is an equally owned joint venture and aims to research, develop and sell innovative automation solutions for the aviation industry
Can reduce the cost and complexity of calibrating power meters and analysers with accuracies up to 0.15%
The integration of automation, energy technology, IT platforms and artificial intelligence is the cornerstone of the factory of the future and therefore will play a key role this year, with the lead theme "Integrated Industry – Connect & Collaborate"
Visual inspection technology leading supplier Inspectahire selected Flir GFx320 for maintenance inspections and hydrocarbon detection jobs, in hydrocarbon production plants
Goudsmit Magnetics has recently solved a case of remnant magnetism by demagnetizing PE coated pipelines, delivered by the Dylan Group Netherlands, of a new oil refinery to be built in Southeast India
Driven by safety considerations the Nuclear Industry has a desire for higher and higher resolution, remote viewing of its operational facilities. For this reason, the uptake of CMOS colour sensors in place of traditional monochrome cameras is increasing
The new filter housing for an advanced research laboratory had to be dimensionally the same as the existing unit
The PAC is Parker’s all-in-one machine controls solution that combines PLC, HMI, and motion control functionality into a single device
Can withstand extended exposure to very high UV levels, providing a new level of protection particularly for GRP field enclosures destined for rough environments
Easy to integrate into existing production processes, in addition to preventing damage claims, magnets protect machines from seizure due to iron contamination. The magnet has been developed for applications such as those found in the sugar industry
Thanks to the magnetic coupling, there is no physical connection between the tank’s interior and exterior. The encapsulated sensor provides permanent monitoring, regulation and data collection of the mixing process
In this white paper ABB Consulting introduces the concept of 'watermelon' effect and presents the findings from analysis of feedback and data from senior process safety professionals
Wastewater management is a critical issue to face in today’s industry. In this article, Surendra Mappana explains how dedicated water automation products are helping industrial water users and utilities address the key challenges
The water industry provides one of our most vital resources right to our doorstep, so minimum performance standards must be guaranteed. Raising efficiency becomes therefore the top priority to reduce energy costs
To guarantee the quality, consistency and safety of a product and reduce operational downtime, designing and implementing the best and most suitable food and beverage dispensing tubing solutions is a critical step
At the Shell Technology Forum in Amsterdam, on May 11th, PCN Europe interviewed Roberto Paganuzzi, Technical Director Europe at Shell, who spoke about Shell philosophy
Since 1967, mbo Osswald has been considered as a specialist for clevises and clevis joints. With the entry of the 3rd generation of the Osswald family into the company, the sights have already been set on further innovations
Lufthansa Industry Solutions chose ecom's technology for real-time localization and efficient, interconnected asset management
By taking over the Aachen-based MES provider, Kistler puts itself in a strong position, since its sensors and systems will now be able to feed relevant process and quality data into higher-level MES system
Operating in the infrared (IR) region (1-14 microns) for demanding applications
By studying the DNA of the algae, the researchers discovered greater diversity which are vulnerable to pollution from industrial development, in particular from the oil and gas industry
The transition period for registration of existing substances under the European Chemicals Regulation, REACH, will expire on 31 May 2018
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