Industrial News


  • Multi-stage mini-vacuum pumps

    The CMS M series, the latest addition to COVAL‘s range of multi-stage vacuum pumps, has been designed and developed with two guiding objectives: compactness and performance. It offers an optimum solution for industrial applications which require high suction flow rates. Enhanced performance and robustness CMS M multi-stage mini vacuum pumps are the product of COVAL’s…


  • Self-adapting USB 2.0 signal conditioner IC saves power and simplifies system design

    Diodes Incorporated announces the introduction of the PI5USB212, a USB 2.0 signal conditioner that operates from a supply voltage down to 2.3V. Designed for use in notebooks, PCs, docking stations, cable extenders, TVs, and monitors, the PI5USB212 automatically detects a USB 2.0 high-speed connection. It also preserves signal integrity when driving long PCB traces or…


  • Control of hygienic batch sizing

    Batch manufacturing offers several advantages for producers of high-quality end products, and it is common in the pharmaceutical, food and beverage sectors. Quality control is of paramount importance, while achieving cost-effectiveness comes a close second. In these processes, the design of the batch sizing control system can have a significant impact on the quality of…


  • Non-stop transmission via fieldbus 

    Ifm electronic introduces Ethernet modules for field applications, the AL4xxx series. These decentralised DI modules act as a vital link between binary sensors and the fieldbus, enabling smooth transmission of binary switching signals via the fieldbus without additional transmission systems. The key features and benefits of the AL4 series include direct transmission of binary signals…


  • Wastewater pump includes high-head variants

    Wastewater pumps operate in very challenging environments. Submersible pumps in the sewage pumping station network, for example, are at the front line, forced to deal with increasing volumes of wipes and fibrous materials that can cause blockages. To help combat this, Sulzer’s XFP range is now fitted with the ContraBlock Evo hydraulics, including impellers that can…


  • Selecting the right motor for bench-top point-of-care testing devices

    Compact and portable, bench-top point-of-care testing devices enable fast, reliable medical sample results. These machines rely on miniature motors – up to 20 per device – to carry out an array of tasks. Considering the motion demands, including the needs for precision and repeatability, as well as energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness, selecting the right solution…


  • Analysis of up to eight simultaneous signals, improving multi-signal analysis capabilities for engineers

    Tektronix, Inc announces the release of its SignalVu Spectrum Analyzer Software, Version 5.4, for multi-channel modulation analysis of up to eight signals in parallel. Engineers can use this software to turn their existing oscilloscope into a comprehensive wireless system tester, instead of investing in a dedicated tester such as a vector signal analyser. It is…


  • New UK-US collaboration

    New UK-US collaboration

    Published:  24 April, 2024 Applications opened on 18 April 2024 for a unique project that could expand the US market for innovative UK companies developing technology which can help support the growing floating offshore wind market in the United States. The ‘UK-US Floating Offshore Wind Supply Chain Innovation Bilateral (FLOWB)’ supply chain programme brings together…


  • Demonstrating sealing and retaining ring solutions

    Published:  24 April, 2024 Expertise with metallic sealing and retaining ring solutions – a cornerstone of the RenewableUK member company’s activity – will be on display on the Cross Manufacturing stand at the Global Offshore Wind 2024 exhibition and conference, taking place on 18-19 June in Manchester. Borne out of traditional turbine technologies, Cross expertise…


  • Generator can also run on hydrotreated vegetable oil 

    Kohler Power Systems expands its KD Series line of industrial generators with a new model, KD800 for 50hz markets. This generator features a new advanced engine (KD18L06) that can also run on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as a renewable fuel source. This new model joins a proven series of gensets that continues to provide the…