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  • RWE signs framework agreement for monopile foundations with Steelwind to secure capacity for future offshore wind farms

    Published:  02 October, 2024 RWE has announced it has signed a Capacity Reservation Agreement with Steelwind Nordenham GmbH (Steelwind), a Dillinger Group company, for up to 300 monopile foundations for its future offshore wind projects in Europe. Through this contract, RWE has secured production capacities in a tight market. Dr Holger Himmel, CFO RWE Offshore…


  • The future of wind turbine maintenance

    Published:  02 October, 2024 Wind turbines are playing a crucial role in the expansion of greener energy alternatives currently contributing around 30% of the UK’s total electricity generation. Like any rotating industrial applications and machinery, timely and efficient maintenance is critical for wind turbines. For example; understand the dynamic behaviour, establish a baseline performance to…


  • AC programmable power sources

    TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda brand GENESYS AC (GAC) and GENESYS AC PRO (GAC-PRO) series of 2kVA and 3kVA rated programmable AC power sources. These latest products represent a significant expansion in test and measurement capability to the current GENESYS series of 750W to 90kW programmable DC power supplies. With a 1U…


  • Flexible light strips 

    Flexible light strips 

    ifm has launched its flexible LED strips, available in RGB and white. These advanced LED strips are designed to enhance illumination and provide versatile signalling solutions for a wide range of industrial applications. The new LED strips offer both bright illumination and coloured signalling, making them suitable for various industrial environments such as manufacturing plants,…


  • CO2 laser coders for variable data printing

    Domino Printing Sciences has announced the launch of its latest generation CO2 laser coders, the Dx-Series.  The laser coders are optimised for high-speed, high-resolution, advanced variable data printing for a wide variety of packaging types.  Dx-Series lasers deliver up to 30% faster coding than previous generation CO2 coders, with no reduction in code quality, making…


  • Lone worker safety: know exactly where your staff are

    Chris Potts looks at how to enhance lone worker safety as quickly as possible through the use of beacons, investing in a base station, and using push to talk technology In today’s day and age, when lone workers sound the alarm for help, swift support is essential. Therefore, knowing exactly where that individual is can…


  • Sensor offers two independent signal tracks for minimal jitter as well as consistent 90° phase shift

    Melexis adds the MLX92253 to its Hall-effect Dual Latch portfolio. This fast sensor offers two independent signal tracks for minimal jitter as well as consistent 90° phase shift regardless of magnet pole pitch. This enables accurate speed and direction ECU calculation as well as easy transfer across multiple platforms. This integrated solution is a choice…


  • How AI is helping CNC machining extend beyond traditional limits

    The impact of artificial intelligence’s capability is profound. It simplifies the programming process by providing informed recommendations, which helps less experienced users make better decisions and reduces the likelihood of errors. George Chen takes a closer look at how machining operations can be optimised and streamlined with the use of AI In the realm of…


  • Progressive cavity pump extends the service life of wear parts and simplifies maintenance

    Aaron Renick highlights the advancements in progressive cavity pumps specifically designed for the wastewater industry, addressing the common drawbacks of traditional pumps, such as high maintenance costs and short component lifespan Traditionally, progressive cavity (PC) pumps have been regarded as the best solution for the most demanding fluid pumping challenges. They excel at handling highly…


  • Electric boiler, with steam outputs from 600kg/h to 8400kg/h 

    Industrial process heating equipment and solutions specialist Babcock Wanson has launched the LV-Pack low-voltage industrial electric boiler, with steam outputs from 600kg/h to 8400kg/h and a design pressure of up to 18barg. Specifically designed to provide maximum efficiency – over 99%, as all incoming electrical energy is converted into thermal energy – with zero CO2…