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Arburg at Plastpol 2026: Allrounder Trend to be seen in Poland for the first time
On display: an Allrounder 1800 e Trend with a Multilift Select -- a linear robot system that produces spatulas -- and the automated hybrid Allrounder 470 H producing drinking cups.
This gel delivers targeted treatments to plants, clearing infections quickly
Potential applications for this proof of concept include monitoring plant stress, improving crop protection and harvesting energy from plants for the grid.
Design tradeoffs in electrifying industrial HVAC systems
Because electricity delivers energy at lower thermal gradients than fossil fuels, system design must prioritize heat recovery and thermal storage.
Smartphone test spots microbial water contamination in under a minute
The test is designed to specifically detect the molecule urobilin because it is produced in the body during the breakdown of hemoglobin, excreted and thus behaves as a natural indicator that traces of human or animal excrement are present in water.
How all-electric subsea actuation is eliminating hydraulic infrastructure
While recent developments have proven all-electric systems work in new-build projects, efforts are also underway to make the technology adaptable for existing fields.
AI robots in industrial automation
Technologies such as machine learning algorithms, natural language processing, deep learning and the latest innovations in reasoning models are enabling robots to become more autonomous and intelligent
Extended bonnets from MPI go deep
These bonnets are deployed when a valve or gate must be operated from a distance above, due to structural, buried or submerged conditions.
Very much in demand in Asia: Premiere of Allrounder Trend and complete solutions
The Asian premiere of the Allrounder Trend electric standard machines caused quite a stir, as did the new Gestica lite basic control system.
FACT surface technology for the environment: An adhesive bonding process without wet-chemicals
With this high-performance process, the surfaces of components can be permanently modified at the microscopic level without the use of solvents or binders.
New routing algorithm delivers disaster aid faster while improving fairness
The team suggests that this approach promises to offer a tool for improving decision-making in real-world emergency response operations.
New forensic tech identifies links between serial killer victims through facial similarity analysis
The researchers examined the forensic tool Face Similarity Linkage (FSL) to help identify possible connections among victims of sexually motivated crimes.
Clean-in-place systems get leaner, meaner with automation
There is a quiet change occurring in CIP technologies. In modern facilities, the system is expected to demonstrate that cleaning conditions were achieved and maintained.
Meet the TracStar 28
The machine can handle the needs of smaller, 2-inch iron pipe size (IPS) to 8-inch ductile IPS (63 mm to 225 mm) pipe fusion projects.
Green hydrogen from solar power: Electrolysis at industrial scale
Green hydrogen is made by splitting water using renewable electricity, as opposed to traditional hydrogen derived from steam methane reforming, which releases a lot of carbon dioxide.
Arburg at Equiplast 2026: Complete solutions for the Iberian market
The highlight will be the new electric Allrounder Trend, featuring the equally new Gestica lite control system, which produces LSR injection molded parts automatically.
Smalley Wave Springs from AFC Europe: Space-saving technology for the aerospace industry
Replace conventional round wire coil springs by using less material and a smaller assembly size, resulting in reduced production costs and more effective product design.
METCASE expands accessory options for metal and plastic electronic enclosures
Options including metal tilt/swivel bail arms, a wide range of molded enclosure feet, PCB mounting parts, 19-inch front panels, rack shelves and rack hardware.
Strategies to optimize power in remote sensing networks
Battery types are the obvious answer, but communication protocol has a lot of influence on power management too.
Wave springs for compact, high precision applications
The wave spring is a special type of compression spring that was invented in the late-1960s by the Smalley Steel Ring Company. Properties of wave springs differ from conventional coil springs in unique ways, and they are used in countless practical applications.
How often should you calibrate your pH sensor?
The importance of calibration, the recommended frequency and best practices to keep a pH sensor performing optimally are discussed.