Industrial News


  • Energy-efficient and durable slurry filter feed pump for a phosphoric acid plant

    By combining optimal hydraulics and wear-resistant materials of construction in a pump replacement, Sulzer helped a leading phosphate fertiliser producer to increase productivity. Sulzer’s AHLSTAR WPP endsuction single-stage pump has proven to be the right choice. It meets the performance requirements while using less energy and drastically cutting maintenance frequency. “By selecting wear-resistant hydraulics, low…


  • Flow measurement conductive liquids in the wastewater industry

    The OPTIFLUX 2050, KROHNE‘s electromagnetic flowmeter for basic water and wastewater applications, provides cost-effective bi-directional flow measurements with a wide diameter range (DN24…1200 /1…48-in) and full approvals for drinking water. The electronic device also features extra isolation and housing, making this product especially suitable for applications in areas with extreme humidity and flood risks. The…


  • Durable linear rail actuator

    Durable linear rail actuator

    Linear motion specialist, Tolomatic, has extended the capability of its twin profile rail linear stage actuator. The new TRS 225 doubles the maximum stroke length, now up to 2,200mm, and boosts maximum load up to 1,960kg.  The Twin Rail Stage system gives machine build OEMs a two or three axis linear motion system with a…


  • Pultrusion versus resin transfer moulding: What is the difference?

    Pultrusion and resin transfer moulding (RTM) are two widely used manufacturing processes for producing composite materials. While both methods have their merits, pultrusion offers several distinct advantages over RTM when it comes to making straight profiles.  Kim Sjödahl explores the benefits of pultrusion and compares them to the RTM process Pultrusion is a continuous manufacturing process that…


  • New technology for lactide production

    Sulzer has launched SULAC, a new licensed technology for the conversion of lactic acid into lactide that complements the company’s existing offering for the manufacture of polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic what time is really just The technology completes Sulzer’s portfolio of licensed technologies for the manufacture of polylactic acid (PLA), an eco-friendly bioplastic. SULAC supports…


  • Diodes Incorporated adds the AH371xQ series of high-voltage Hall-effect latches to its product portfolio. These automotive-compliant devices feature a proprietary Hall plate design that boosts performance. They are used for brushless DC (BLDC) motor control, valve operation, linear and incremental rotary encoders, and position-sensing functions.  Based on this, the AH371xQ series can support numerous in-vehicle…


  • Heavy-duty sealed connectors with MATEnet inserts for Ethernet plus power transmission

    Mouser is now shipping the Heavy-Duty Sealed Connectors with MATEnet Inserts from TE Connectivity.  TE Connectivity has leveraged the rugged reliability and scalability of its heavy-duty sealed connector series housings with high-performance MATEnet inserts to offer designers a versatile connector that incorporates power and Ethernet connectivity up to 1Gbps. These hybrid signal-to-power connectors are highly…


  • Rail Engineer November / December 2023: Gripple SwiftLine Rail Dropper, Sparking the Midlands and New Trains on the Piccadilly Line

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  • Tan Delta systems revolutionises railway engineering with SENSE-2, a cutting-edge real-time oil monitoring system

    Tan Delta Systems, a pioneer in real-time oil quality monitoring sensors and systems, introduces SENSE-2, a breakthrough oil condition monitoring kit designed to transform maintenance practices in the railway engineering sector. This innovative solution provides real-time data on equipment oil quality, offering a strategic approach to maintenance that significantly reduces operating costs. SENSE-2 is a…


  • Filters enable rejuvenation of wastewater treatment plant and supply of irrigation water

    Countries in the Middle East face a constant challenge with delivering sufficient water for an increasing population, both for drinking water and irrigation for agriculture. In Bahrain, the largest water treatment works in the country has undergone a huge redevelopment and Nordic Water, a Sulzer brand, has retrofitted the original sand filter basins with DynaSand…