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Emerson’s New Compressed Air Dryers Designed to Extend Maintenance Intervals and Improve Control

Emerson’s New Compressed Air Dryers Designed to Extend Maintenance Intervals and Improve Control

Emerson provides compressed air dryers that incorporate design features ideal for harsh environments associated with rail applications.


News Jun 29, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
ASI Supplies Automated Control Systems for Large Hydraulic-Powered Mining Vehicles to Epiroc

ASI Supplies Automated Control Systems for Large Hydraulic-Powered Mining Vehicles to Epiroc

Epiroc produces sustainable mining/construction equipment and has paired up with ASI to engineer and supply specific automated control systems for large hydraulic-powered mining vehicles.


News Jun 27, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Multinational engineering firm Danfoss just released a new pressure transmitter optimized for the plastics industry.


Utilizing Exoskeleton Robots for Industrial Applications

Utilizing Exoskeleton Robots for Industrial Applications

Learn all about exoskeletons, a way to fuse robotics and humans in ways that can help the manufacturing process while protecting the human body from excessive strain.


KUKA Releases ProLMD Project for Advancements in Hybrid Production With Laser Technology

KUKA Releases ProLMD Project for Advancements in Hybrid Production With Laser Technology

KUKA has recently reached a new milestone in its 3D-printing efforts.


Measuring Flow Rate: An Introduction to Flow Gauges

Measuring Flow Rate: An Introduction to Flow Gauges

For many manufacturing processes, it is extremely important to measure the exact rate at which fluid is moving or flowing. We turn to flow gauges to provide these measurements, and there is a great diversity in operating principle as well as proper application to the fluid that is being measured.


FDM 3D Printing Used to Make Certified Telescope Parts for International Space Station

FDM 3D Printing Used to Make Certified Telescope Parts for International Space Station

Additive manufacturing company, Stratasys, used Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing technology to produce certified parts to use on the International Space Station (ISS).


Introduction to the Fundamentals of Pneumatic Vacuums

Introduction to the Fundamentals of Pneumatic Vacuums

Vacuum pressures are not uncommon, but they can be more complicated than standard air systems. This article explores pneumatic vacuums, exploring applications, uses, and types.


Barg vs Bara: Understanding Absolute and Gauge Pressure

Barg vs Bara: Understanding Absolute and Gauge Pressure

A common difference of terms arises when referring to air or pneumatic pressure, and those are gauge (BarG) pressure and absolute (BarA) pressure. Both can accurately describe a system, but when performing calculations and tests, it’s important to distinguish the difference.


Tolomatic Expands Its Hydraulic-Class Electronic Actuators For Higher Force Range

Tolomatic Expands Its Hydraulic-Class Electronic Actuators For Higher Force Range

The new RSX extreme force line generates the same forces and actuation velocities as hydraulic actuators without the need for messy oil, complicated directional control valves, cumbersome hydraulic lines, and the droning sound of a hydraulic pump.


News May 21, 2020 by Ben Stepanian
How To Measure DC Voltage With a Multimeter

How To Measure DC Voltage With a Multimeter

The simplest and most common measurement to obtain using a multimeter is voltage, in fact, they are often called ‘voltmeters’ for this reason.


Festo Releases New Double Acting Pneumatic Linear Actuator

Festo Releases New Double Acting Pneumatic Linear Actuator

This week Festo released its latest double-acting pneumatic linear actuator aimed at a wide range of environments including water, industrial, and power.


News Apr 29, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

This article looks at rotary encoders, covering the main types, introducing their characteristics, and introducing their key applications in control systems.


Rotork’s New Smart Positioner Valve With ATEX Certification

Rotork’s New Smart Positioner Valve With ATEX Certification

Rotork released a new line of smart valves, with an enhanced diagnostics package and ATEX certification.


News Apr 27, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
RISE Robotics Raises Millions to Drive Electrification and Sustainability of Heavy Machinery

RISE Robotics Raises Millions to Drive Electrification and Sustainability of Heavy Machinery

RISE Robotics has raised money to further their efforts in the development of electric and mechanical systems.


News Apr 27, 2020 by Damond Goodwin
What is Automated Drilling? A Look Into the Benefits and Practices

What is Automated Drilling? A Look Into the Benefits and Practices

This article discusses the definition of automated drilling and a look into some of the key features and best practices.


3D-Printed Diffusers Designed to Help Hospitals Treat Patients With COVID-19

3D-Printed Diffusers Designed to Help Hospitals Treat Patients With COVID-19

Texas A&M University uses 3D-printing technology to design diffusers for metered-dose inhalers used to treat patients with COVID-19 at Houston Methodist Hospital. 


News Apr 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Companies and Universities Band Together in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

Companies and Universities Band Together in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

What have companies and universities around the world been doing to provide assistance during the pandemic?


News Mar 25, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
New Micro Linear Actuator With High Load Capacity

New Micro Linear Actuator With High Load Capacity

What companies are releasing new and innovative actuators designed for unique applications? 


News Mar 23, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Startup in Italy 3D-Prints Emergency Breathing Valves for COVID-19 Patients

Startup in Italy 3D-Prints Emergency Breathing Valves for COVID-19 Patients

A collaboration between the media and technology experts in Chiari, Lombardy, has seen the printing of a hundred Venturi valves for reanimation devices needed to tackle the COVID-19 emergency.