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Burkert Valves Provide Top-Up Duty Rainwater Harvesting Systems Aimed at Reducing Drinking Water Consumption
Burkert servo- assisted solenoid valves are providing the top-up facility on rainwater collection systems provided by Rainharvesting Systems, a UK specialist in the technology. Used in both commercial and domestic premises, the collection systems are helping to offset the ever- growing demand for drinking water, providing an alternative water source for facilities such as toilets, washing machines, garden irrigation systems and swimming pools. In...
Electric actuators replace fluid power alternatives for off-highway vehicles
As an authorised distributor for Thomson, Heason Technology is increasingly specifying and supplying the linear drive and guidance systems manufacturer's Electrak Pro range of high performance electric actuators to replace traditional hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders used in off-highway construction, agricultural and recreational machinery.
Pressure Sensors with CANopen Interface
With the series PDRJ and PDAJ, Baumer’s product segment Process Instrumentation offers rugged pressure sensors that communicate via the CANopen protocol and can measure a relative or absolute pressure from -1 up to 1000 bar. In the operating temperature range of -25°C to 85°C, the maximal total error is at 1% FSR for the T-class and only 0,3% FSR for the S-class. The measuring devices are suitable for complex systems over big distances or sec...
The latest STABILUS gas springs from SKF give designers flexibility in on- and off-highway applications
The latest range of STABILUS gas springs and dampers from SKF, the knowledge engineering company, has been developed to give engineers a wide range of options for designing safe, reliable and cost effective systems for lifting bonnets, hatches, windows and seats. STABILUS gas springs and dampers are constructed for use in the most demanding applications, making them ideal for use in construction, agricultural and forestry machines; are available ...
Versatile Plasma Cutting System Deemed Better Value For Money Than Laser
NC Engineering manufactures a wide range of agricultural and construction machinery, including dump trucks and dump trailers, low loaders, slurry tankers and road sweepers. As part of a recent investment in new facilities in Richhill, Co Armagh, the company has purchased an ESAB SUPRAREX SXE-P1 high-precision cutting system, complete with a plasma unit, fume extraction table and Columbus CNC software. This is providing many benefits in terms of...
NKE Austria special coating for bearings
For bearings and metal parts exposed directly to humid or corrosive environments, NKE Austria GmbH offers a special coating solution that provides a simple and cost effective protection against corrosion. NKE's coating can be used for all parts exposed to corrosive environments and provides reliable protections against water, condensation, weakly alkaline and weakly acidic cleaning agents. The new coating technology is Cr(VI) free and is therefor...
Iwis presents a new range of chains for the beverage and packaging industries
At this year’s Hannover Fair, Iwis has presented a new range of chains for the beverage and packaging industries. Sold under the Flexon brand label, the newly developed Flat Top chains and Modular Belts can be used for conveying almost all types of piece goods and are particularly well suited for use in the beverage and packaging industries. With its new plastic chains, Munich-based precision chain systems manufacturer Iwis now offers a compreh...
NSK Solves Water Ingress Problem on Food Conveying Auger Bearings
NSK’s ability to provide cost saving solutions in the food and beverage sectors industry was demonstrated on a food conveying auger that was suffering from contamination – metal debris - as a result of water ingress into its bottom support bearings. By providing a solution to this problem with its triple-lip sealed bearings, NSK has saved the food producer (GBP)77,179 per year in lost production time, plus the cost of new bearings, labour and...
ATM Automation cuts through Polypipe’s flash problem
As a highly respected systems solution provider to the plastics industry, ATM has been involved in many diverse and challenging applications. However, when Polypipe asked ATM to devise an automated solution for the removal of flash from their range of blow moulded RIDGIGULLY products, ATM were presented with a highly unusual combination of Design, Process and Health & Safety challenges.
Landia’s pumps solve excess water problem for egg producer
Adjacent to a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in Shropshire, pumps made by Landia are ensuring that a farm can cope with huge volumes of excess water it has to contend with during severe downpours.