Industrial News


  • Oxygen reactor feed MC pump improves O2 delignification

    An Indian pulp and paper customer noticed that their MC pump was not up to par and sought help in reaching the targets on their production line. They suffered from low kappa reduction and high chemical consumption in the oxygen delignification stage. This was mainly due to the O2 stage feed pump limiting the pulp…


  • Digital isolators for isolated signal transmission in industrial applications 

    Toshiba has announced that the essential functionalities of its digital isolator ICs can now be evaluated with two new add-on boards from MikroElektronika (MIKROE). The DIGI Isolator Click and SPI Isolator 5 Click, joining the MIKROE Click Board portfolio, enable microprocessor-based control via mikroBUS, accelerating the development of diverse industrial applications. The two compact boards…


  • Valve trim technology improves noise reduction and flow efficiency

    Emerson has announced its innovative new Fisher Whisper Trim Technology for use in both rotary and globe valves, providing an extension to Emerson’s current portfolio of Whisper noise solutions. This next generation of Fisher Whisper Trim technology addresses noise issues by using additive manufacturing and other advanced techniques to create trim designs with increased capabilities.…


  • Power recovery turbines

    Power recovery turbines

    Increasing energy prices are a reality for every business, so it is important to identify processes that can help reduce operational costs and cut waste. Industries such as petrochemicals, refineries or fertiliser manufacturing have an opportunity to harness the energy in their processes to create electricity and export it to the local grid using hydraulic…


  • Senceive Launches Digital Interface Node

    Wireless monitoring technology developer Senceive has revealed the latest in its range of IoT infrastructure condition monitoring devices. The Digital Interface Node allows users to integrate a wide range of geotechnical, structural and environmental sensors into a Senceive wireless communications platform in order to benefit from automated data logging and instant alerts. The new device…


  • Made Smarter-backed manufacturer hails �phenomenal� impact after smart factory success

    Published:  01 November, 2023 An innovative manufacturer of safety-critical components has announced it has boosted productivity by 20% after delivering a smart factory, backed by Made Smarter. Beverston Engineering, based in Knowsley, invested £173,000 in sensor technology and software to connect all 20 machines across its factory to provide real-time visibility of its manufacturing. As…


  • New CEO

    New CEO

    Published:  01 November, 2023 Enaimco, a Canadian headquartered company building digital solutions for subsea operations, has announced it has appointed energy industry software veteran Pal Roppen to the role of CEO. Based in Oslo and reporting to the Enaimco Board of Directors, Roppen will assume full responsibility for overall business operations, corporate strategy and growth…


  • EU Emissions Trading Scheme: what action you can take to manage risk and reduce costs

    Jacob Clausen simplifies the complexities of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) with a high-level look at the regulatory horizon, allied to a clear lowdown on how shipowners and operators can mitigate risks, manage costs and comply, comply, comply The EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) for shipping landed with a colossal splash on 16th May…


  • Wi-Fi 6/E and Bluetooth 5.4 for industrial applications

    u-blox has announced the MAYA–W3 family, a series of compact dual-mode Bluetooth LE 5.4 modules with LE Audio. The modules also support Wi-Fi 6/E and are designed for demanding industrial applications, including healthcare, industrial automation and monitoring, asset tracking and management, and smart home applications. MAYA-W3 is available in several variants, offering Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi…


  • Arc flash safety with thermal imaging and wireless testing

    Fluke has developed a range of thermal imaging and wireless testing tools designed to ensure safety is the top priority for engineers working in potentially dangerous arc flash zones. Every company’s electrical safety strategy should be based around limiting workers’ exposure to such electrical hazards as arc flash and electrocution. Fluke says the best way…