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Video: Coval announces enhanced range of multi-stage vacuum pumps for heavy duty suction applications
The pumps offer a robust and powerful solution for applications requiring a high suction flow rate for the vacuum handling of a wide variety of objects.
Video: New materials make for quieter, safer EVs
Flame-retardant and vibration-damping materials tackle safety and comfort issues in electric vehicles (EVs).
FPT Industrial to exhibit its full range of construction equipment engines at bauma
Debut models, proven bestsellers and environmentally friendly powertrain solutions are the highlights of a bolstered engine line-up.
A "bubbly" solution for detecting COVID-19
The researchers are eyeing future applications wherein the technology could be wall- or ceiling-mounted in schools and hospitals and offer alerts to occupants instantly when COVID-19 is detected in the atmosphere.
Thermally conductive silicone meets NASA low outgassing specifications
The two-component silicone elastomer with a self-priming feature is designed for bonding, sealing and gap filling applications.
Cosasco's SafeGuard service valve for enhanced safety
The SafeGuard service valve is constructed with NACE-compliant 4130 or Duplex Stainless Steel to provide maximum reliability and strength, and thanks to its innovative design, is extremely lightweight.
EU project to develop smart bio-based food packaging
The BIOSMART Project seeks to reduce plastic wrapping associated with food, thereby reducing waste and extending the shelf-life of food.
Odorless diapers achievable thanks to activated carbon?
Because odor is still an issue with modern diapers, the researchers examined the specific odor molecule and determined that under the right conditions, hydrophobic p-cresol can remain in liquid form and prevent the release of foul odor.
Listen to the soundtrack of Earth’s magnetic field
Magnetic signals generated by Earth’s core and mantle have been translated into a sonic representation of the core field.
All about crystalline silicon solar cells
Monocrystalline and polycrystalline silicon are two distinct types of silicon wafer-based solar cells.
At bauma 2022: Hydrogen engine generator with integrated F1-derived flywheel
Attendees can examine a hydrogen engine generator with an integrated flywheel system presented by PUNCH Group and Tecnogen.
Video: Next-generation bolt tensioner is 30% faster to install
Fewer, stronger jackbolts than any other multi-jackbolt tensioner makes the Superbolt NXT up to 30% faster to install.
Award-winning StraightFlo reciprocating compressor valve by Zahroof Valves
The StraightFlo valve is a direct drop-in replacement for existing compressor valves that can be fitted to all commercial reciprocating compressors.
Future medical implants, food wrappers could be composed of CBD
To develop the CBD-based bioplastic material, researchers performed a condensation reaction using adipoyl chloride and either CBD or the similar cannabigerol (CBG), to produce a polyester.
Perfect timing: The nuances of timing components
There are a lot of components that go into making a car run smoothly and efficiently. However, one of the most important, but often overlooked, is the timing.
Underwater sensor may save drowning swimmers
Once developed, the sensor can reportedly be integrated into a smart device that wirelessly communicates with a smartphone app when a swimmer stops moving — a possible sign of drowning.
New line of hydraulic hammers launched by Takeuchi
Takeuchi’s new hydraulic hammer line includes seven models with power-to-weight ratios suitable for a variety of applications.
Komatsu’s electric mid-size hydraulic excavator with Proterra battery to debut at bauma2022
The electric excavator will make its debut at bauma2022, a construction equipment trade fair held in Munich, Germany.
Wildfires may erase California’s GHG reduction progress
The carbon dioxide equivalent emissions from the 2020 blazes are approximately two times higher than California's total greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions since 2003.
Free tool gauges plastic waste produced at construction sites
Quantifying waste volumes can help site managers plan for recycling needs and services.