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Lenze at Interpack: Compact motion control solutions for future ready packaging
Discover how the combination of in-depth application expertise and powerful servo and drive technology enables precise, energy efficient and cost-effective solutions for every machine architecture.
InfraTec receives certification according to the environmental management system standard ISO 14001
The certified environmental management system requires InfraTec to meet specific environmental targets to continuously contribute to greater sustainability and reduced environmental impact.
Discarded oyster shells could help extract rare Earth metals from contaminated water
Although oyster shells would typically end up in landfills after consumption, the team determined that they can be used to capture and remove rare Earth elements from polluted water, turning them into stable mineral crystals.
Ethylene fuel out of thin air? This German startup makes it so
The goal is to have air pass through a membrane, which directly produces the desired chemicals on the spot.
Startup unveils ‘world’s first’ chocolate bars made from cultured cocoa
The startup explained that the chocolate was created using cell suspension culture technology, wherein cocoa cells were grown in controlled environments to mimic the compounds found in naturally grown cocoa.
Australian seed inspires next-gen helmets, protective gear
Taking inspiration from this design, the team created a bioinspired material that replicates the nut’s internal structure.
Shrimp waste drives cleaner, more sustainable concrete
The team found that adding chitosan increased compressive strength by roughly 67%, increasing from 2.10 MPa in the base material to maximum values of roughly 3.51 MPa in the optimized formulations.
Self-healing artificial muscle achieves 91% recovery and restores shape after damage
New dielectric elastomer actuator uses phase-transitional ferrofluid, enabling heat- or magnetic-triggered reshaping of electrodes for adaptive, flexible devices.
Tiny bubbles use sound waves to safely clean produce
Such an alternative cleaning method could potentially be refined to help farmers and households avoid harsh chemicals and eliminate surface damage to vegetables and fruits, while simultaneously reducing the high amounts of energy often expended with traditional cleaning.
California brewery debuts beer brewed with CO2 captured from thin air
Aircapture, a company focused on direct air capture (DAC), worked in conjunction with the Almanac Beer Co. to develop what is called Flow — Clean Air Edition (Flow — CAE).
Media-isolated pressure relief valve safeguards components and enhances control precision
Designed for analysis, biotech and laboratory applications, Bürkert’s new Type 5550 valve enables full liquid isolation, keeping fluids free from contamination and preventing loss of expensive substances.
New antimicrobial targets dry-food processing equipment cleaning, sanitation
The team evaluated how antimicrobial liquids formulated with volatile, nonpolar liquids such as cyclomethicone and isoparaffin performed against Salmonella and Cronobacter bacteria, which pose food safety risks.
More accessories for OKW’s SYNERGY aluminum enclosures
Accessories now include battery compartments and clips for two, three or four AA cells, and button cell holders.
A slim solution for electrifying industrial gas heating
This approach reflects the philosophy that thin is in: Deploy carbon nanotube fibers (CNTFs) as a new type of electric heating element.
A powerful path for plastic waste upcycling
A novel upcycling process has been developed to convert plastic waste into sustainable liquid fuels.
Jetstream Tooling M-Clamp toolholders for large inserts
Designed for demanding machining, the high-pressure coolant through the system delivers longer tool life, superior chip control and smoother finishes even in tough materials.
Technology transfer: Automotive hydraulic accumulators prove their value in agriculture
A hydraulic accumulator originally developed for the automotive industry has been adapted for use in agricultural machinery operating under extreme conditions.
Copeland unveils sanitary-grade water heat pump lineup
This heating solution is designed to provide energy-efficient water heating tailored for hotels, commercial buildings and public facilities.
Why secure industrial communication depends on deployment as well as protocols
A joint industry perspective from the Industrial Security Harmonization Group maintains that secure communication is not determined by protocols alone, but by how they are deployed and managed in real-world environments.
Microsensors allow real-time detection of diseases
According to the team of developers, the microscopic sensors, which were created via ultrafast 3D micro-printing technology, are capable of taking multiple measurements simultaneously.