Industrial News

11/09/2024

PROPER Snacks and Netflix have struck up a partnership to encourage the nation to enjoy the ultimate “PROPER night in”. The independent snack brand and streaming giant Netflix says they have created a new limited-edition popcorn flavour – Netflix and Chilli Caramel – to help people “connect to others and rediscover the fun of night in rituals”. Balancing the sweetness of caramel with a warm chilli kick, Netflix & Chilli Caramel is created to be the perfect conversation starter, or tasty accompaniment to movie night at home....

PROPER Snacks and Netflix have struck up a partnership to encourage the nation to enjoy the ultimate “PROPER night in”.

11/09/2024

Image: AST The Latvia grid hosting capacity could be increased by 40% with grid enhancing technologies (GETs), aka ‘innovative grid technologies’, a new study has found. The EU-funded study, which was undertaken for the Latvian TSO AST by French consultancy Artelys, found that of the technologies reviewed curative redispatch would provide the greatest increase in hosting capacity, reducing renewables curtailment by around two-thirds compared to preventive redispatch, and also would deliver the greatest benefits-to-cost ratio....

Image: AST The Latvia grid hosting capacity could be increased by 40% with grid enhancing technologies (GETs), aka ‘innovative grid

11/09/2024

Hydrogen will play a steadily increasing role among renewable energies. However, the processing and handling of this fuel also presents us with new challenges. With the AST2000 and AST4000, AMSYS offers two variants of a pressure transducer specially certified for applications with hydrogen. With the EC79 certificate, these pressure sensors are suitable for use in fuel cells, hydrogen storage tanks and filling stations....

Hydrogen will play a steadily increasing role among renewable energies. However, the processing and handling of this fuel also presents

11/09/2024

Ian Hart discusses why the key to success in the food and drink industry involves creating an environment where human beings and artificial intelligence (AI) can work hand in hand, maximising the benefits across the board With the continued advancements in automation and artificial intelligence (AI) being painted as the future in the media, many seem to be forgetting that human labour continues to play a vital role across a range of industries, and will do so in years to come....

Air quality in the office may affect our level of creativity at work, scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU

11/09/2024

Image: Agile Energy X Tepco subsidiary Tokyo based Agile Energy X is reported to be experimenting with the use of excess renewables for bitcoin mining. The company, which was formed in 2022, is aiming to use renewable electricity that would otherwise be wasted. Agile Energy X was established to create a scheme for using variable renewable energy that would otherwise be curtailed and introduce flexibility by powering distributed facilities such as computing systems and data centres....

Image: Agile Energy X Tepco subsidiary Tokyo based Agile Energy X is reported to be experimenting with the use of

11/09/2024

Module Type Package (MTP) is being considered for inclusion in an international standard for automation engineering. Here, Reinfried Kößlbacher, Area Sales Manager at automation software supplier COPA-DATA examines what this production methodology means for life sciences manufacturing in relation to customized medicines, ease of engineering and regulatory compliance. MTP is a modular production methodology that is revolutionizing life sciences....

In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers investigated the mechanisms of action, efficacy, and side effects of ketogenic diet

11/09/2024

If you want your connection system to achieve the desired transmission performance even under harsh conditions, ODU offers the right system solution “off the shelf”. Andreas Pfeffer, Product Marketing Specialist at ODU Connectors has produced a new video showing three typical application areas (industrial, medical and military) to illustrate the key benefits for customer applications when using ODU connectors. ODU cable assemblies for data technology enable the safe transmission of standard protocols such as Ethernet/IP®, SPE, USB®, HDMI® and DisplayPort® even in the harshest environments....

If you want your connection system to achieve the desired transmission performance even under harsh conditions, ODU offers the right

11/09/2024

At Russell Finex, we specialize in manufacturing top-quality sieving and filtration equipment designed to meet your specific needs. The Russell Compact Sieve® is the ultimate solution for eliminating contaminants and oversize particles from ingredients such as maize flour, desiccated coconut, and cocoa powder. Engineered for efficiency, this high-capacity screener boosts throughput, reduces downtime, and ensures your products meet the highest quality standards....

Periodontal disease, which affects the gums and tissues that surround the teeth, is one of the most prevalent dental conditions

11/09/2024

Using a novel stem cell platform, a team of the Medical University of South Carolina researchers has identified a pathway that could be targeted by drugs to reduce fat accumulation in patients with a common form of fatty liver disease known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, or MASLD. The MUSC team was led by Stephen Duncan, Ph.D., SmartState Endowed Chair in Regenerative Medicine at MUSC, and Caren Doueiry, an M.D., Ph.D....

Using a novel stem cell platform, a team of the Medical University of South Carolina researchers has identified a pathway

11/09/2024

The Sparkplug specification that enables a “Plug n Play” Industrial Internet of Things Poised to become an Official ISO/IEC Standard. The Eclipse Foundation, one of the world’s largest open source software foundations, in collaboration with the Eclipse Sparkplug Working Group, today announced the release of the Sparkplug 3.0 specification. Sparkplug is an open software specification that enables mission-critical operational technology (“OT”) clients to use industry standards, including MQTT, to seamlessly integrate data from their applications, sensors, devices, and gateways with most Industrial Internet Of Things (IIoT) Infrastructure....

The Sparkplug specification that enables a “Plug n Play” Industrial Internet of Things Poised to become an Official ISO/IEC Standard

11/09/2024

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has revealed more plans for Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) on 18 July. A multidimensional campaign has been running since the turn of the year, with LEEA members, manufacturers, and suppliers leading those sharing material that promotes safe and high quality load lifting across the world. Social media posts, videos, articles, and in-person activity are bound together by the hashtag, ....

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has revealed more plans for Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) on 18 July. A

11/09/2024

Dellner Group is driving continued improvement of best practices in mining, which is a challenging industry that places unique demands on safety critical components. Dellner Bubenzer, a manufacturer of high-performance disc and drum brakes, cylinders, and accumulators for mining, cranes, and other severe duty applications, is well positioned to promote the value of components and ancillary equipment to mines — one of the world’s most demanding industries....

Image courtesy 123rf Proposals for smart grid indicators for observability have been put forward for discussion by the EU DSO

11/09/2024

FLIR Si124-LD Plus for precise and effective compressed air leak detection The user-friendly FLIR Si124-LD Plus offers accurate acoustic leak detection and provides immediate decision support for maintenance and repairs. Featuring 124 microphones and a wide field-of-view, the Si124-LD Plus can detect compressed air leaks from far away, even in noisy industrial settings. This lightweight acoustic camera is safe and easy to operate with one hand....

FLIR Si124-LD Plus for precise and effective compressed air leak detection The user-friendly FLIR Si124-LD Plus offers accurate acoustic leak detection and

11/09/2024

By Deep Manishkumar Dave, Industrial IoT Specialist at LTIMindtree Limited. Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, represents a significant transformation in the world of manufacturing and industry. It is characterized by the integration of digital technologies into industrial processes with the primary aim of improving manufacturing responsiveness, quality, and efficiency. This revolution is reshaping the landscape of manufacturing, enabling companies to achieve higher levels of productivity, flexibility, and self-managing production processes....

By Deep Manishkumar Dave, Industrial IoT Specialist at LTIMindtree Limited. Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, represents

11/09/2024

FreeWave State of Connectivity 2024 Report reveals that surging amounts of data from IIoT sensors is forcing the hand of industrial operators in remote locations to consider satellite connectivity, with leaders split evenly on why. FreeWave Technologies, a pioneer in industrial internet of things (IIoT) solutions, today released the FreeWave State of Connectivity 2024 Report, which asked 200 IT and network decision-makers on the impact of satellite networks on IIoT connectivity....

10/09/2024

Sep 07, 2024 In a letter to lawmakers, CenterPoint has proposed a roughly $5 billion investment toward grid resiliency in the Houston area.

Sep 9, 2024 (Credit: IKM Operations) Repsol Norge has selected IKM Operations as the provider of integrity management services at

10/09/2024

Award-winning spirits producer The Fynoderee Distillery is launching European exports. A range of premium spirits from the Isle-of-Man-based company will now be available for home delivery to France, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, the Netherlands and Austria, as well as for trade supply to Norway. More destinations are expected to be announced soon. This marks a huge expansion for the distillery and is a boost to the Isle of Man Government’s ambition to grow food and drink exports by 10% year on year....

Award-winning spirits producer The Fynoderee Distillery is launching European exports. A range of premium spirits from the Isle-of-Man-based company will