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The new open Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) Ethernet technology is well on its way to establish itself as fundamental technology for Industry 4.0 and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) networks
HMI, Human-Machine Interfaces, are a relevant part in the manufacturing process of drugs. These systems are used to visualize data throughout the process or to control individual procedural steps manually
Metabolic profiling is known as metabonomics and are measured using high-powered analytical technologies such as mass spectrometry or by nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. The use of profiles of metabolites can help understand changes that occ
To keep ahead internationally, manufacturers have to achieve a high efficiency rate. Automation plays an important role here – but standardization can also be fundamental
In response to the rising cost pressure in the pharmaceutical industry, drug producers rather opt for extending the lifespan of trusted machinery and equipment modernization than new machinery purchases. Here are presented some problems that may occur
EU lubricant professionals and customers met last week at the Shell Technology Forum in Amsterdam to learn the best strategies to reduce TCO. The event was organized and conducted by Shell Lubricants under the motto "Together, anything is possible"
In the fiscal year 2016, the sensor manufacturer again achieved record figures, with orders received totaling EUR 1,398.9 million, continuing on its trajectory of financial growth
For large hazardous area Ex rated
With the capacity to compensate settling effects
The proof-testing of safety instrumented systems in liquid level measurement applications has traditionally relied on workers in the field. However, new technology in modern smart devices is enabling this vital task to be performed remotely
What’s Hot at this year’s HANNOVER MESSE? PCN Europe interviewed Marc Siemering, Vice President, on the main trends of the 2017 edition. Industrie 4.0 is always at the top of the conversation, but also energy efficiency is strongly taking hold
A proper maintenance policy is pivotal in order to preserve the equipment and the productive potentiality of an industrial plant, reducing breakdowns and plant shutdown
Thanks to the Digital Era, which is spreading over many industries, the modularization of process plants and the corresponding requirements for the automation systems need to be rearranged
Industrial Ethernet can bridge IT and OT, being appropriate for MES, most controllers and user interfaces, and many field applications
Industries around the world use belt scales every day to weigh solid materials on conveyors – gravel in an aggregates quarry or coal unloaded from a ship for a power plant, to name just a couple
Engineering support for troubleshooting when failures occur in one of the integrally geared centrifugal compressor pinions
Cutting costly false alarms and increasing the reliability of DGA monitoring will be crucial to boosting asset performance
Criteria for design, operation and maintenance industrial plant on-board of a ship
The debate around fossil fuels has never been more controversial than today (Business? Environment? New energy sources?) and nothing should be taken from granted
Due to myriads of regulations, explosion protection is a complex issue. Optimizing production processes while implementing the most efficient and versatile explosion protection solutions is a top priority for Plant Operators
What is the life of an engineer working for one of the world’s leading producers of industrial lubricants like? George Soliman, Field Engineer at ExxonMobil, describes his typical working week
Moving loads: A family tradition since 1745
To maintain hygienic conditions within the process pipework and control valves and meet strict regulatory demands
To scan large areas remotely and help inspectors to safely pinpoint the source of fugitive emissions and begin the repair process immediately
This smart wirelessly-monitored technology provides safety control by managing abnormally high storage tank pressures
Researches from Technische Universität München (TUM) developed a new bio-inspired zeolite catalyst that might allow a small scale “gas-to-liquid” effective conversion of methane
Bringing hydraulic hose assembly in-house may be the only sensible option for customers who are a long distance from a reliable source of parts and expertise or who have a frequent requirement to make or repair hoses
Predictive maintenance is necessary to ensure safety and efficiency especially in hazardous areas. Mobile solutions provide a flexible and integrated wireless ecosystem for quick data exchange, communication & collaboration
Lean principles can help companies transform the quality, productivity and flexibility of their operations
Dr. Guy Dovi-Akué gave up his position as chief physician at a German hospital and founded the company Do Pharma in Togo. Sterilization of infusion bottles became his main concern in a setting affected by severe epidemics
Interview with Mr. Morteza Seraj, Director for Process Automation at Mitsubishi Electric Europe, and Mr. Michael Suer, Director Life Science EMEA, Mitsubishi Electric Europe
It provides practical and affordable protection for smaller plant and equipment such as, pumps, fans, motors, centrifuges, turbines, or any item of small to medium industrial machinery
For rotating equipment
When working in the field of analytical technology, it’s fundamental to implement all the necessary measures to meet stringent existing requirements
Although technology has evolved since much of the equipment in the power generation sector was manufactured, it is possible to improve reliability and efficiency by remanufacturing certain components as part of the regular maintenance program
Water is a precious resource for any aspects of human life, even when looking at sales volume. Why the best water management practice is to think of water and management as a business and environmental cost
This special award for "Young Enterprise" was won by the developer team of Dr. Rachel Wang Ruiqi from Singapore for the development of the 4D microscope camera for biomedical applications "d'Bioimager"
Aucotec's system allows accurate and optimized predictive maintenance operations thanks to the direct connection to the database-driven software Engineering Base (EB)
The progress in communication technology in hazardous areas has brought rise to a range of challenges including the need to capture, send and process more data (including videos), and collaborate in real-time with team members and remote experts
The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement registered a slight drop in revenue for the third quarter of 2015 of one percent but a gain in turnover of three percent. At the same time, the sensor industry shows stable orders incoming
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