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Thermocold announces new air-to-water heat pumps
The iMEX HP R454B uses R454B as a refrigerant, which has a global warming potential (GWP) of 466, the company noted.
EXAIR partnering with University of Cincinnati robotics team
The company is contributing time, product and financial backing to support and encourage the growth of robotics engineers.
A revolutionary online community hosted by igus for the industrial world
The community is designed to address the unique needs of its target audience, including industrial marketers, educators, manufacturing workers and automation/robotics users.
New CIP Security pull model for configuration data available
The new model will allow for parameters in JSON format to be automatically available for EtherNet/IP network-capable devices.
Switzerland's high-tech GoldenPass Express train
Essentially, the train approaches Zweisimmen Station at 15 km/s, the transition zone is entered and the moving components in the bogie mechanism are unlocked.
Smart valves and actuators: Enhancing control in industrial fluid management
A deep dive into the significance of smart valves and actuators, their working principles, benefits and their role in modern industrial processes is a worthwhile summary and review.
InflowControl unveils the world's first autonomous flow control valve, revolutionizing gas reservoir management
The company explained that enabling gas wells to maintain reliable, stable production and high recovery rates requires focusing on the source of both the opportunity and the challenge: the reservoir.
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions introduces new hose pump
Bredel hose pumps, part of WMFTS, has developed the new Heavy Duty pump with increased safety features and improved durability.
Mapped: Global health risks of groundwater sulfate
The extent of this potable water hazard is depicted in a new high-resolution global groundwater sulfate distribution map.
Breakthrough AI detects toxic online comments with 87% accuracy
The model is reportedly 87% accurate in classifying toxic and non-toxic text without the use of manual identification — an improvement over existing automated detection systems, many of which produce false positives.
How does raw water compare to tap water? A microbiologist explains why the risks outweigh the benefits
Clearing up misconceptions about tap water and the health hazards of raw water can protect consumers and curtail the spread of infectious diseases.
Mastering multi-axis motion control: Key strategies for complex movements
The essential strategies and techniques that facilitate optimizing multi-axis systems must focus on components, control algorithms, and best practices that deliver accurate, repeatable control and the required system performance.
AI-powered flight booking? A new model makes it possible
Working in conjunction with ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, Tsinghua University’s UI-TARS has been developed to function as a GUI agent model that can be used locally on a personal computer or via the cloud on other devices to perform mundane tasks.
Freelancing in a gig economy: Is it worth it?
Since the pandemic, many employers and employees alike have learned the benefits of freelance work; this means the gig economy is here to stay.
Danfoss introduces its new hydraulic valve
This single-stage, four-way hydraulic valve is tailored for a variety of industrial applications, including wind turbines, machine tools, plastic molding, metal forming, and pulp and paper processing.
Samsung debuts first air-to-water heat pump lineup for US homes
According to the company, these units are connected to Samsung’s EHS Mono R32 HT Quiet outdoor unit, which uses an R32 refrigerant and runs on low noise — as low as 35 decibels.
Revolutionizing pneumatic valve control with launch of MVQ positioning system
The company suggests that by adopting the high-precision MVQ3, customers can achieve greater operational efficiency, reduce resource waste and enhance overall process control.
Hydraulic Institute tackles skills shortage with pump system certification initiative
The certification benefits both employers and employees, with employers gaining a more skilled and knowledgeable workforce, and employees earning a credential that enhances their career prospects.
Impact of occupant behavior on residential heating energy demand
Examine behavioral drivers of heating energy demand and how sensors can provide enough resolution to capture hour-to-hour shifts in load.
Mitsui Chemicals develops Diffrar optical polymer wafer for AR glasses
Equipped with outstanding optical properties, these optical polymer wafers offer users of AR glasses a wider field of view (FOV).