Industrial Technology

Rittal ‘The System’ at Drives and Controls 2022

Visitors to Rittal’s stand at Drives and Controls will be able to see why the company’s renowned infrastructure solutions are widely specified as the number one choice, for protecting critical equipment. On show will be a wide range of innovative enclosures for internal and external applications, climate control, heating, cooling systems, power distribution, switchboard and motor control products on display plus some exciting new product innovations.

28th March 2022

Sensors ensure safe operation at nuclear power station

A swiss nuclear plant is taking advantage of highly reliable and robust inductive sensors. The Pressurised-water reactor utilises fuel rods containing radioactive material to produce energy. During operation, bundles of rods are immersed in water using a custom-built grab. Contrinex stainless-steel ‘700 Series’ inductive sensors are used to detect the presence of a bundle of fuel rods in the crane’s grab and confirm that the grab is closed before lifting.

28th March 2022

EBM-Papst brings automated tennis machine to Drives & Controls show

EBM-Papst will be returning to Drives & Controls for the 2022 exhibition, demonstrating its latest drive motor technology. In particular, it is bringing the ‘automated tennis machine’ to the show, highlighting the benefits of its compact drives.

28th March 2022

SKF and VBN in additive manufacturing cooperation

SKF and VBN Components have been working together for several years within additive manufacturing of hard and highly wear resistant steels with significantly enhanced fatigue properties. As a next step, a joint project is planned with the potential application of this technology on large size bearings.

28th March 2022

New drives in pumping station deliver efficient irrigation

Agriculture is the largest branch of the economy and an important source of income in many parts of Africa. As a result of climate change, however, many regions are experiencing more irregular and ever decreasing rainfall. One dairy farm in South Africa needed a pump system to access ground water from wells and ensure a reliable and cost effective water supply.

25th March 2022

The importance of sustainable compressed air systems for greener production

CompAir has published a new white paper to promote and guide businesses with strategies they can take to implement more sustainable and environmentally friendly compressed air processes, improving operational efficiencies and overall performance while reducing emission levels and energy costs too.

25th March 2022

Control Techniques unveils new products at Drives & Controls

Control Techniques is unveiling its brand-new Commander S micro drive and Marshal app interface at the Drives & Controls show 2022. The interface within the Marshal app uses onboard NFC technology, which Control Techniques says makes the drive incredibly simple to use. You can use your phone to configure the drive in under a minute, with or without power to the drive.

25th March 2022

Pilot scheme introduces green energy generation to Scottish reservoir

A renewable energy scheme is unveiled as part of upgrades to a Scottish reservoir. Torishima Service Solutions Europe, using an ABB generator and regenerative drive on its turbine, has provided a scheme producing green energy which is returned to the grid.

24th March 2022

Sustainable solutions for the food industry and innovations for robotics

The food and packaging industry and the robotics industry are two sectors with a high global demand for innovative solutions. These will be the main focus of Schaeffler’s attention at this year’s Hannover Messe.

24th March 2022

Inspection specialist turns to Flir to accelerate asset inspections

British inspection specialist PFE uses Flir Thermal Studio software to accelerate site inspections and reporting, and to deliver consistent reporting quality to its demanding customer base. Based in Wallasey, North-West England, PFE is a family-owned business, specialising in a wide range of inspection and reliability services for industrial customers.

24th March 2022