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How an IIoT system enables remote monitoring of factory processes
A look at how an IIoT network collects and reports process data from sensors throughout a factory for display on remote devices such as smartphones and computers.
Cornell University awarded $1.8 million in grants for food packaging and beverage concentrate research
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), a federal agency within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), has approved $1.8 million in grants to Cornell University for two of their food science research projects.
Infrastructure challenges escalate the amount of gas being flared in the Permian Basin
In the first quarter of 2019, flaring and venting of natural gas in the Permian Basin reached record heights with an estimated average of 661 MMcfd.
What is the ideal refrigerant?
Choosing a refrigerant is a balancing act that seeks to maximize a number of competing refrigerant characteristics, including environmental attributes, safety factors and thermodynamic properties.
One system delivers both solar power and potable water
Clean drinking water supplies and electric power are simultaneously produced with conventional solar panels modified by researchers from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.
New research shows development surge for chemical injection pumps
After registering a nearly 4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during 2014 through 2018 and sales closing in on $4 billion in 2018, the market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of nearly 5% through 2029.
Blackmer extends its line of GNX series pumps with new 3 and 4-inch models
The pumps are designed to optimize the transfer of non-corrosive, non-abrasive industrial and petroleum products for both portable and stationary applications.
A new way to sound out safe drinking water
The laser-induced sound pinging method measures the speed of sound in liquid samples to determine physicochemical properties.
Researchers at EPFL use AI to simplify design of turbochargers for GHP
Jürg Schiffmann is the lead author of "Data-Driven Predesign Tool for Small-Scale Centrifugal Compressor in Refrigeration." The paper surmises a new method of designing microturbocharger technology for geothermal heat pumps (GHP).
How does a jet engine work?
Learn how a jet engine exploits Newton’s third law of motion to achieve jet propulsion.
Absorption chillers market could grow 4% per year through 2029
The U.S. is expected to account for a maximum share in the global absorption chillers market over the forecast period.
Control valve sizing guide
Use this guide to determine proper control valve size to guarantee optimum system performance.
What is an ARV valve?
An ARV diverts fluid flow from the discharge of a centrifugal pump through a bypass circuit to ensure a minimum flow rate is maintained.
Vessel-based P&A technology safely pressure tests suspended mudline wells
The technology is able to seal on to any type and size of temporary abandonment (TA) cap, pressure test the seal to ensure well containment, then test and vent pressure from below the TA cap and leave a reliable secondary seal in place.
Watch how researchers achieved a 50% gain in solar desalination efficiency
The performance of a nanophotonics-enabled solar membrane distillation system has been improved by 50% with the addition of low-cost plastic lenses to concentrate sunlight into "hot spots."
Watch: Solar mini-refinery produces carbon-neutral fuel
A solar mini-refinery on the roof of ETH Zurich is demonstrating the production of hydrocarbon fuels from sunlight and air under field conditions.
Draft plans approved in West Virginia for a commercial scale coal-to-liquids plant
To support a modern energy model that has become less reliant on coal, a West Virginia manufacturer has proposed and draft plans have been approved to construct a commercial scale coal-to-liquids plant, creating a value stream for an otherwise undervalued commodity.
New ReNu pumphead technology offers accurate and repeatable flow for polymer dosing
The new Qdos 20 ReNu PU pumphead offers accurate and repeatable flow for chemicals with a wide-ranging viscosity.
Protect personnel and critical equipment from thermal threats
You can trust that Firex will buy your personnel and equipment the critical time they need when exposed to rapid-temperature-rise fires.
New liquid diaphragm pump doubles previous flow rates
KNF has announced a new low pulsation liquid diaphragm pump that delivers up to 12 L/min, almost double previous maximum outputs.