Industrial News


  • High-performance control for heavy-duty servo applications

    The majority of servo applications are characterised by compact machinery that usually require relatively low current. However, when there’s the need to drive heavier equipment, but precise control is still required, higher current servo drives and motors are necessary. To power large-scale machine tools, or even satellite control applications, servo systems rated to 24A (amps)…


  • Electric gripper handles complex movements 

    Modern manufacturing requires handling solutions capable of managing product diversity, shorter product life cycles and growing levels of product customisation.  The HEPP electric gripper from Festo addresses this need for greater flexibility in the gripping of multiple workpieces with adaptable stroke lengths and gripping forces.  Its compact design and ability to handle complex movements precisely…


  • Renewables inspection services for the major East Anglia Three offshore wind project

    Published:  22 November, 2023 ScottishPower Renewables has announced it has awarded DNV a three-year contract to provide integrated inspection services on the East Anglia Three project.  The agreement will see DNV conduct a wide range of services, including site inspection, vendor inspection and quality management services across project and vendor locations globally until 2026. “East…


  • Venturing into Papua New Guinea with new contract

    Published:  22 November, 2023 Sparrows Group (Sparrows), the maintenance and engineering services specialist for the global energy and industrial sectors, is thrilled to announce a momentous contract win for the provision of comprehensive crane maintenance services to the ExxonMobil PNG LNG (Papa New Guinea liquefied natural gas) project. This significant three-year contract, which includes a…


  • Digital asset performance management platform for instrumentation

    ABB has launched ABB Ability SmartMaster, an asset performance management platform for verification and condition monitoring of instrumentation and field devices in the water, wastewater, chemical, oil and gas, and other industries. SmartMaster gathers, analyses and verifies diagnostic data from instruments remotely, without interrupting current measurement tasks.  The platform can be used with a range…


  • 30V N-channel common-drain MOSFET offers bi-directional power within USB applications

    Toshiba has launched its first 30V N-channel common-drain MOSFET. The new SSM10N961L device offers low-loss operation and is specifically intended for use within devices with USB interfaces. Additionally, it may be used for protecting battery packs within mobile applications. With the ubiquity of USB interfaces, many components and devices have been developed to support USB…


  • Electric parallel gripper for greater flexibility 

    Modern manufacturing requires handling solutions capable of managing product diversity, shorter product life cycles, and growing levels of product customisation. The HEPP electric gripper from Festo addresses this need for greater flexibility in the gripping of multiple workpieces with adaptable stroke lengths and gripping forces.  Its compact design and ability to handle complex movements precisely…


  • Connected vehicles: the need for heightened security

    As vehicles become more connected and technologically advanced, the need for heightened security measures also rises. New government and automotive OEM cybersecurity requirements are beginning to include larger key sizes and Edwards Curve ed25519 algorithm standards. In response, Microchip Technology has launched its latest TrustAnchor Security IC, the TA101, which can accommodate complex automotive and…


  • Digital process controller with improved closed-loop control and reliability

    Emerson has announced the release of its new Fisher FIELDVUE DPC2K digital process controller (DPC2K). The DPC2K can be retrofitted to Fisher Wizard pneumatic controllers, and to pneumatic controllers from other manufacturers. The result is greatly improved closed-loop control and reliability, significantly reduced maintenance, improved safety, and superior environmental compliance.  The DPC2K also provides numerous…


  • High-flow solenoid valve increases plant reliability and operating efficiency

    Emerson has introduced the new ASCO Series 327C solenoid valve, which features a direct-acting, high-flow design that provides superior flow-to-power ratio compared to similar valves. The Series 327C design features a balanced poppet construction that permits high flows at minimum power levels, making it ideal for use in power plants, refineries and chemical processing facilities. …