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New hydraulic excavator introduced by Caterpillar
The new Cat 340 hydraulic excavator from Caterpillar features a more powerful engine, wider track and 7.5 ton counterweight to increase productivity by 10% over the 2020 model year Cat 336.
Strengthening the US phasedown of HFCs
A new rule restricts use of polluting hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in certain products and equipment where more climate friendly alternatives are available.
Hydrogen — Push toward the generation of green H2
The desire to move to sustainable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions is growing exponentially. Low-cost renewable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind, hydro) are being developed and deployed worldwide. However, these sources are variable in nature, which means that there needs to be an
Liquid hydrogen system is compact and mobile
The mobile end-to-end hydrogen liquefication and storage system has been engineered for a range of applications from transportation to energy backup.
Video: Carbon storage in depleted offshore oil and gas fields
Project Greensand is expected to start storing up to 1.4 million tons of carbon dioxide annually by 2025 in the depleted Nini oil and gas field in the Danish North Sea.
ePropelled launches new energy-efficient electric pump motors for domestic and industrial applications
The new sustainability motors include the SM1650 and SM3000 Pool Series designed to be used with pools, spas and industrial applications.
Ultra-deep drilling ship to debut in 2024
The ship, dubbed the Dayang, is expected to be capable of drilling deeper than 32,800 ft, reportedly reaching the seabed of the world’s deepest oceans.
Extech introduces its new temperature and humidity data logger
A follow-up to the 42280 series, the new 42280A features the same triple LCD display that shows the temperature, humidity and date/time clock simultaneously.
Ebara Pumps launches new in-line centrifugal pump model
The new 3E series in-line close-coupled centrifugal pumps from Ebara have been designed for superior performance and energy savings.
The new Dominator Eco from Crane delivers accurate and cost-effective flow control in a compact, sustainable package
Featuring accurate flow control, flow measurement capability, and the ability to perform system, forward and back flushing, the Dominator Eco is a lightweight, single-package solution for modern building services applications.
New pressure-reducing regulator from Emerson improves hydrogen fuel cell system performance in commercial vehicles
The all new TESCOM HV-3500 Hydrogen Onboard Regulator provides consistent pressure and continuous hydrogen supply to maximize fuel efficiency.
Video: Efficiency gains fuel solar water-splitting
A new photocatalytic system is nearly 10 times more efficient, and markedly lower cost, than comparable solar water-splitting systems.
Water purification with eco-friendly polymer
Rapid growth in the chemical industry has caused a lot of water pollution, which is a big concern.
Weather the storm with composite cooling towers
These units can endure hurricane-force winds, earthquakes and weather-related stresses with minimal to no damage.
Scrubbers as a major source of Baltic Sea pollution
Scrubbers used on ships to clean exhaust gases and reduce air pollutant emissions have been identified as a major contributor of contaminants to waters in the Baltic Sea.
Video: Photocatalyst lights up ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion
An inexpensive plasmonic photocatalyst harnesses energy from light to turn ammonia into hydrogen fuel.
High temperature fluids — Thermal stability and maximum temperature ratings
One of the most critical performance aspects of a fluid designed for high temperature service is its thermal stability.
Video: Novel heat pump trial steams ahead
The electrically powered Greenstream heat pump is designed to help industrial users recycle heat and reduce fuel use by up to 90%.
Tapping freshwater from oceanic water vapor
Capturing and condensing oceanic water vapor offers a means of augmenting freshwater supplies onshore.
Store4Build project to advance thermal energy storage tech
The research will target energy storage in materials such as water or salt hydrates instead of as electrical energy.