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Interroll’s new Spiral Lift provides optimum use of space through vertical conveying A new Spiral Lift unit has been optimally adapted and added to the Interroll Modular Conveyor Platform (MCP). This can be used for the efficient and reliable vertical movement of an extremely wide range of goods and applications. In production, warehouses and distribution centres, where space for material handling systems may be restricted or limited, new advances in spiral conveyor technology offer significant productivity and operational benefits. Interroll’s Spiral Lift units are designed to support high throughput and continuous, smooth vertical transfer of product in either direction. Spiral Lifts offer maximum flexibility in handling a wide range of goods and packages, sizes and weights such as cartons, trays, tote boxes, shrink wrapped product, through to sacks. Featuring a space saving small footprint, they provide a cost effective handling alternative to traditional incline conveyors with the additional benefits of low maintenance requirements and long operational life. Sealed and rubber-mounted ball bearings guarantee particularly quiet and energysaving operation. “For our customers — system integrators and plant manufacturers — expanding our range translates into making it significantly easier to plan and implement ambitious material flow solutions,” said to Florian Kley, the responsible Global Product Manager at Interroll. “Thanks to our new Spiral Lift, we are able to make our module portfolio complete and therefore allow our customers to construct a conveying line that also works vertically — all from a single source.”

The bridgeable height between the inward and outward transfer points, whose position can be selected in 45-degree increments, is a maximum of four meters if a drive is being used. Depending on the required power, the Spiral Lift can be driven by a gear or drum motor, as an option, whereby transport speeds of 0.1 to 0.5 metres per second can be achieved. The Spiral Lift from Interroll is initially being introduced with a transport width of 500 millimetres and a maximum load-bearing capacity of 30 kilograms per meter; additional sizes and versions will follow.

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SICK TDC Gateway Brings Data Control to Your Fingertips With the launch of its Telematic Data Collector (TDC) gateway system, SICK has unlocked the power of data collected by multiple sensors in automated production environments and delivered it to the fingertips of engineers for real-time monitoring, analysis and alarms. The SICK TDC is a simple-to-use, remote-access plant management tool for both operators and system managers, aiding condition monitoring and prognostics as part of Industry 4.0-enabled production environments. The SICK TDC collects and processes sensor outputs and data in stationary and mobile machinery, together with GPS localisation information, and enables them to be displayed, monitored, recorded and analysed via a server or cloud system. By transferring data via mobile communications protocol (MQTT), a real-time overview of selected plant and processing parameters can be provided, and SMS text alarms can be configured. The SICK TDC system enhances system transparency to SICK and third-party sensors compatible with Ethernet, CAN, RS232, RS485, 1-Wire and UART interfaces. It offers wider capability with more inputs per gateway controller than many other systems currently available. Output communications can be via cable, wireless signal or SMS. “Sensors are the eyes and ears of automated production environments, so it is a logical next-step for SICK to bring Industry 4.0-ready transparency to production and logistics environments in a simple format that’s easy to access and use. “SICK TDC enables plant data to be managed in a customised dashboard format that can be uploaded to the customer’s own server, or hosted by SICK on a customersecure segment of the SICK Cloud. “It offers a welcome addition to traditional SCADA control hierarchies, that can be accessed by mobile phone or

laptop from the office, home – or, indeed anywhere in the world. The TDC system can respond to the incoming data and provide real-time outputs via IO-Links or alarms straight to your mobile phone.” The SICK TDC-M100, B100 and E100 series each comprise hardware and firmware, on-board sensors and a wide selection of outputs. Each offers wireless communication and SMS text messaging and can be powered by a variety of sources with a voltage range between 10V and 36V, including vehicle batteries. The SICK TDC-M100 features hardware: Micro Controller Unit with Message Queuing Telemetry Transport support; on-board sensors include GPS, accelerometer, thermometer and magnetometer; and interfaces include GSM and GPRS. The SICK TDC-B100 and B200 feature hardware: MCU and MQTT support; on-board sensors include GPS, accelerometer, thermometer and magnetometer; and interfaces include GSM/GPRS, serial and CAN. The Ethernet-based SICK TDC E100 and E200 feature hardware: dual Core CPU and M4 co-processor; software: Web based configuration, SOPAS runtime support, preinstalled Node Red and Custom Docker Container support; on-board sensors include GPS, Decawave (UWB; RTLS), accelerometer, thermometer and magnetometer; and interfaces include Ethernet, WLAN and WPAN, 3G with on-board micro-SIM, IO-Link, serial and CAN. For more information on the SICK Telematic Data Collector (TDC) gateway system, please contact Andrea Hornby on 01727 831121 or email andrea.hornby@sick.co.uk.

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he “Rulmeca Advantage” refers not only to its ability to supply a variety of positive belt drive solutions, but also its willingness to “roll up their sleeves and partner with customers” to help them achieve their desired results. The latest batch of Rulmeca drum motors with profiled stainless steel shells expands the company’s growing capabilities to serve the UK food processing and packing industry. Rulmeca now regularly supplies drum motor shells in a variety of configurations to provide drive solutions in logistic applications and to directly handle products such as potatoes, carrots, fruits, nuts, corn chips, baked products, fresh cut vegetables, garlic, fish, pork, poultry, beef, etc The company has standardised its CNC programming processes to accommodate a wide variety of pulley shell diameters, roller lengths, and profiles. The list of different Rulmeca drum motor configurations includes a variety of types of knurling, including standard diamond, standard straight and deep knurling rings. (See Picture below)

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delivers multiple stainless steel drum motors Rulmeca recently worked closely with a customer to deliver a special batch of stainless steel drum motors to drive positive drive belts and in doing so, qualified the company claim of the “Rulmeca Advantage”.

Rulmeca is able to clad drum motors with food grade blue and the standard food grade white lagging profiles that have been proven to be a necessary upgrade to food processing conveyors. Food producers have increased their efficiencies and hygenic environment with direct drive belts powered by Rulmeca’s IP69 NSF approved platforms. Development efforts are ongoing and include an active search for the best materials available. These include lowfriction hygienic materials such as self-lubricating synthetic polymers. (See Picture below)

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Wave and Reflow Soldering are huge parts of the PCB industry. The only reliable way to get your circuits to stick to your board and stay there is by soldering them on. Without soldering, there are no printed circuit boards. There are two main types of soldering for PCBs: wave soldering and reflow soldering. Soldering successfully can be hindered by the presence of oxygen as it increases oxidation and therefore spoilage, especially if thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s any presence of moisture in the environment that would spark the corrosion reaction. The solution to this problem is to introduce nitrogen gas, a safe, dry and noncombustible gas, to effectively displace oxygen and create an environment that is much more conducive to soldering. Titan N2 provides a wide range of nitrogen generators that are ideally suited to this application and are used across the industry with great success. Integrated oxygen analysers with alarm function and shut off features alert you to any potential purity issues and ensure that purity is never an issue in your manufacturing cycle. Our process simply removes oxygen from standard compressed air, leaving you with a supply of dry, high purity nitrogen with consistent purity. Using PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) technology for this process, our products offer reliability and low service costs with a typical lifespan in excess of 10 years.

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Thermal engineering specialist, GRE Ltd, ships £1 million customised cooling solution to South Korea Thermal engineering specialist, GRE Ltd, is playing a key role in the development of South Korea’s smart energy market following the £1million export of a fully bespoke ultra-pure water cooling system to one of South Korea’s largest smart energy producers. The custom-built cooling system, developed for an SVC power transmission system to manage the efficient distribution of power to millions of homes, was designed, built, programmed and quality tested at GRE Ltd’s facility in Devon, UK. The project forms part of two separate systems recently developed for the South Korean smart energy market, and comes in addition to forward orders valued at £2m. GRE specialises in the design and manufacture of customised cooling solutions for businesses across the globe in a vast array of sectors and environments. The precise temperature and cooling rate control guaranteed by GRE’s bespoke systems facilitate critical functions in applications ranging from nuclear fusion and solar panel production to advanced technology for satellite development and advanced radiotherapy systems for oncology. Commenting on the completion of its latest customised cooling systems, GRE’s Managing Director, Richard Booth, said: “The ultra-pure water cooling system is a fantastic example of high quality British engineering making complex processes possible in varied applications around the world. The bespoke cooling solution is a first and enables our South Korean client to operate the SVC power transmission system with complete reliability. “The export of the system is just the start of our work with one of South Korea’s leading smart power providers. We’re also pleased to announce that we are already working on a further commission, which is currently in

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manufacture, and additional projects are also under discussion. “We have also established a productive relationship with a Korean agent, which puts us in a strong position to fulfil the requirements of the broader Korean market. We hope that this establishes a long-term presence in this part of the world.” Booth added: “Our bespoke approach to engineering cooling solutions has seen our engineers working on a huge range of projects, largely because few businesses have the expertise or appetite to constantly innovate as we do. “Our desire, drive and ability to solve complex problems means that we’re in constant demand. This has fuelled our growth, enabling us to expand our team to 22 personnel with three new engineers and a new director in the

last year alone. With several exciting, new projects on the horizon, we fully expect to add further to our workforce over the coming months.” Since it began trading in 2011, GRE has attracted the attention of prestigious clients around the world including Siemens, National Grid, and GE. GRE Ltd is an industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of cutting edge, bespoke thermal engineering solutions and provides a total end-to-end service encompassing design, manufacture, custom software and controls, testing and on-site commissioning. GRE’s skilled team of engineers pushes the boundaries of thermal engineering technology to develop tools and new solutions that solve complex and challenging problems for clients.

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Newson Gale’s Earth-Rite® MULTIPOINT II can monitor up to eight points on potentially isolated equipment using a single static earthing system. Unlike conventional earthing systems, the MULTIPOINT II’s unique flexibility allows it to be molded around almost any process, accommodating a variety of fixed plant equipment, such as metal ducting typically used in powder conveying systems, or multiple vessels like drum or tote loading stations. In processing operations, vast quantities of electrostatic charge can be generated via the movement of non-conductive product. Electrified matter can discharge sparks onto objects held at a different potential, such as operators or near earthed objects. Fixed plant items present more of a challenge compared to standard applications as multiple component assemblies can be electrically isolated from each other. The most effective way of ensuring that plant items cannot accumulate static electricity is to provide an earthing solution

that will monitor the connection of components at risk charge accumulation and alert personnel to a potential hazard should a component lose its earth connection. The MULTIPOINT II system mitigates these risks by ensuring that all parts of the equipment have continuity to earth with a resistance of less than 10 Ohms and reducing the reliance on human intervention to perform regular resistance checks. If loss of continuity between one of the monitored points to earth ever occurs, the interlocked system will not permit the operation to continue. The system only permits product transfer when the earth loop resistance of each channel is below 10 Ohms, as recommended in international standards for the control of static electricity. Combining visual indication, continuous monitoring and the ability to initiate automatic shutdown with ATEX and FM approved clamps; the Earth-Rite MULTIPOINT II system is Newson Gale’s latest solution for earthing interconnected plant assemblies. Download Application Spotlight >>

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Pioneer’s biogas benefits by using ‘more than just a pump’ The tagline on the Bioplex website reads ‘Defining the Future of Recycling’. True. But it could so well be described as: ‘Love of Sustainability’. True love in fact. For Chris Reynell (inventor of the revolutionary multi-stage hybrid Bioplex process) actually met his now wife Jane during an industry visit to a digester back in 1990. Five years later, determined to join up all the dots in what has now become more trendily described as the circular economy, Chris had created his first digester at Windover Farm in Hampshire, which has been in Jane’s family for over 100 years. A 420-herd dairy farm – with organic status for the past decade - Windover has benefitted considerably from Chris’ pioneering research and development, which evolved into the creation of Bioplex in 1999. In at the deep end, the very problematical feedstock of straw-based manure was used for the process. The long-term Bioplex aim was to achieve highly efficient, reliable processing and enhanced energy recovery from manures, grass and other energy crops, as well as food, trade, garden and local authority wastes – so that everything was put to sound sustainable use. But typical of Chris, he saw well beyond the conventional AD plant. And equally as characteristic of such a strong believer in sustainability, he was adamant that he’d invest in equipment that would do the job – and stand the test of time. An integral part of the process is what he fondly describes as ‘more than a pump’, which has gone on to serve Bioplex projects all over the UK. There’s no trouble in identifying his 25th consecutive pump from one manufacturer, because to mark the occasion, the supplier, Landia, painted it silver especially for its loyal customer. The ‘silver machine’ will play a key part in helping generate 30kW of green energy for Windover Farm’s upgraded dairy, which will eventually see its electricity bills become a thing of the past - with instead an excess of energy. “Landia’s pump is so much more than a pump”, said Chris. “I see the four units we have at our farm as the gatekeepers, like the teeth of a cow. I know that when everything gets through the pumps, then the rest of the process works fine. “Going back to my first enquiry and subsequent purchase in 2006, I also liked Landia because they weren’t pushy and didn’t make extravagant claims. Up until that point, I knew that we were seriously testing our process, so at one stage, we ended up with a tank that wouldn’t mix with the existing equipment. Landia simply

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told us what their pumps would do – and they succeeded. The flail effect of the Landia chopper pump soon saw our straw come out like peat. Over the years, the 24 pumps we’ve now purchased from Landia have been nothing other than totally reliable”. Interestingly, some of Bioplex’s first projects were for prisons where the process came in to its own. Food waste and garden cuttings are loaded into a reception tank (which can be used for pasteurising), chopped, blended and pumped into a first stage digester where it undergoes hydrolysis and fermentation. When necessary (if the feedstock is dry), active bacteria and extra water are added – and the contents then heated for hydrolysis and optional pasteurisation. “The Landia Chopper Pump made degradation very fast indeed”, said Chris. “The food waste was unrecognisable. We also saw a noticeable improvement in the levels of our gas yield. Landia don’t market themselves as process engineers but they have loads of practical experience so know what they are doing. For me, their chopper pump is a processing device in its own right. Chemically and biologically, it breaks everything down - and doesn’t get blocked”. In controlling pathogens, weed seeds and parasites during two to four days of first-stage digestion, the contents of the Bioplex process are pumped to the second stage digester, producing biogas, fertiliser and fibre. Supplied as a complete system or used as an add-on to enhance conventional anaerobic digesters, process times are significantly reduced, resulting in a smaller AD plant and footprint. Importantly, the modular plant’s digested and composted solid material is put to the best possible use as organic fertiliser-rich fibre for soil conditioning and as a growing medium, which at the same time reduces peat and petrochemical-based fertilisers. “We’ve been able to join all the dots on sustainability”, continued Chris, “with a process that kills weed-seed and pathogens. And because the digestate from our AD process is so much quicker and easier to spread, it also reduces our diesel costs and produces better soil for the long term good of our farm. There’s also no wastage with low nutrient fibre from the process, which can be used as a solid

fuel (similar to peat) in boilers and woodburning stoves”. With at least two stages in its process, the Bioplex technology enables the conditions for hydrolysis and fermentation to thrive, breaking down more of the cellulose materials. This makes the digester far more resilient to a much wider variety of feedstock, even with daily changes in the type of material. In turn, the economics of buying in or the growing/harvesting/ storing energy crops such as maize and fodder beet and can be offset by the use of feedstocks such as horse stable manure, farm animal manure, grass clippings, and fruit/vegetable wastes. During almost two decades in the emerging AD/Biogas industry, it’s not all been plain sailing of course, but Chris has stuck firmly to his quest for a costeffective, highly efficient process that has true sustainability at heart. “Feedstock can be very unpredictable”, says Chris. “For some AD plants this has caused an immediate and then long-term problem with pumps and mixers that can’t cope with some of the typical challenges of farm and food waste. Our constant factor, which for over a decade has given us increased confidence and peace of mind to take on R&D projects all over the country, has been the outstanding performance and durability of Landia’s pumps and mixers – plus the fact that whenever we’ve needed any help or advice, the company has been all ears. The very first Bioplex unit with a Landia pump, which was installed in 2006 for hydrolysing and pasteurizing fish waste in Scotland, is still working perfectly”. Landia 01948 661 200 www.landia.co.uk

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Capacitive air gap sensors from sensonics Building on Sensonics established range of vibration and positional sensors for rotating machinery, the latest AIR GAP SENSOR RANGE for use in high magnetic field applications offers a range of measurement options in combination with excellent stability and noise performance. Designed for use on hydro turbine generators and large electric motors the sensor provides a rotor to stator air gap measurement which can be used to monitor both the eccentricity of the rotor relative to the stator and individual pole to stator air gaps. The CS range of air gap sensors from Sensonics are a non-contact dynamic position transducer utilising a capacitive technique to provide an accurate displacement measurement from the sensor face to a metal target. The advantage of the capacitive technique in generator applications is the high immunity to magnetic fields; the CS series also provides high resolution and relative insensitivity to different (metal) target materials. The sensor is designed in a robust stripline mechanical arrangement for mounting on the stator wall. It features separate transmit and receive integral coaxial cables which are routed over the stator wall or through ventilation holes to the driver which provides the transmission signal for the stripline and receiver detection.

Further details on the CS range of air gap sensors are available from: Russell King Sensonics Ltd Berkhamsted Hertfordshire UK. Tel: +44 (0) 1442 876833.

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Contract Production Limited: Why Yorkshire really is best… God’s Own Country. The land of flat caps and Theakston’s beer. The largest county in the UK. The list of accolades attributed to Yorkshire could go on, but there’s something extra special about the way people in Yorkshire do business. It’s more than just the welcoming northern twang or the offer of a proper Yorkshire brew. There’s something about the dedication, hard work and overall sense of commitment that sets Yorkshire apart when it comes to doing business. Being in the heart of Yorkshire is something Pickering-based Contract Production has fullyembraced, and with an outstanding 40% growth figure recorded in the first five months of their financial year, it’s hard to argue against the effectiveness of being a Yorkshire brand, fully immersed in the Yorkshire way of doing things.

It would be disingenuous to put Contract Production’s success to their increase in capacity and investment in state-of-the-art technology alone, although Managing Director, Simon Norris, certainly agrees they have played their part. It’s their ethos and commitment to each and every customer that sets them apart from their larger rivals.

Contract Production is an electronics manufacturer that specialises in PCB assembly and testing. As well as this, the Yorkshire firm is capable of box building, prototyping, procurement, and providing full turnkey solutions to meet any niche demands. Their newest piece of kit, the AM100 Panasonic Placement Machine, allowed the firm to increase its output by a staggering 400%!

Contract Production believe in becoming the heart of their clients’ production, saving them time, which is so valuable in this modern era of things being needed before you’ve even finished asking for it. Whatever your needs, no matter how complex, regardless of the scale, they’ll bend over backwards to ensure that you get exactly what you need – and they’ll offer you a brew in the process.

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Contract Production’s Sales Manager, Emma Wrigglesworth, is the face of the business. She’ll welcome you into the Contract Production family and like a proper Yorkshire host, will make sure that you feel right at home; tending to all your needs and making you feel properly looked after. But behind Emma is the extended family – everyone behind the scenes who continues to work tirelessly to help their clients realise their dreams. When you join the Contract Production family, you’re going to want to stay for life. Contract Production are proud of being Yorkshire. But equally, Yorkshire is proud of Contract Production; they embody everything that make this county great and show why Yorkshire really is the best.

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Croft Filters

– Metal 3D Printing in Filtration Croft Filters Ltd, based in Warrington England, have been supplying custom filtration and separation solutions for over 32 years. Throughout this time Croft has developed a reputation for their quality, bespoke service through manufacturing a variety of products for specific requirements. These products have included: Filtration Cones, Baskets and Screens, Disc Filters and Filtration housings amongst others and are made with Wire Mesh, Wedge Wire and Perforated Plate, depending on the product’s design. Croft continues to supply a wide range of industries including Oil, Gas, Pharmaceutical Food and Beverage. As a result of this and due to the application requirements, most of Croft’s products are manufactured using Stainless Steel 316L. Croft continues to meet Customer’s demands by heavily investing into research and development of their custom filtration solutions. In 2013 Croft invested into Additive Manufacturing, specifically Selective Laser Melting (SLM) in order to develop new innovative filtration solutions. Additive Manufacturing (AM), also known as metal 3D printing, is the process of creating a 3D component

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in a series of layers. The process uses a metal powder, in Croft’s case this is Stainless Steel 316L. The powder is spread evenly across a buildplate as a laser then melts the powder according to a CAD file. The build plate then drops between 50 micron and another powder layer is added. The laser then melts this layer to the previous. The process is repeated until the final part is complete. This process differs to subtractive methods, only using the required material to build the part as any excess powder that has not been fused is recycled back into the machine’s powder delivery system. Benefits of the Additive process, such as: part weight reduction, multi-part to single component and expanded design capabilities, allow Croft’s customers to re-think their approach to their designs in order to improve the efficiency, utility or aesthetics of their parts. Each component has been designed to give supply-chain advantages whether that is to reduce lead time by manufacturing multi-part components as a singular part (eg Wedge Wire) or whether the component itself is more efficient such as Croft’s ‘Straightliner Filter™’.

Quality of both product and service has been the key to Croft’s success; the Company takes great pride in understanding customer’s needs, quickly supplying them with a high quality product that exceeds Customer’s expectations.

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Talk to the experts in oxygen gas analysis. Cambridge Sensotec has been specialising in the manufacture of oxygen gas analysis equipment for over 17 years. Dynamic and flexible, Cambridge Sensotec continues to expand with an established worldwide distribution network and ISO 9001 accreditation. Manufacturers of oxygen and multigas gas analysers means that Cambridge Sensotec can fulfil gas analysis requirements within a broad range of applications such as gloveboxes, welding, inert gas blanketing, solder reflow ovens, additive manufacturing, research and development industry and metal heat treatment. A range of servicing and support options are available such as calibration. This significantly increases the measurement, reliability and repeatability of gas analysis equipment. A full calibration service is available via state-of-the-art automated calibration stations, designed to calibrate Rapidox gas analysers accurately and efficiently. www.cambridge-sensotec.co.uk sales@cambridge-sensotec.co.uk Telephone: 01480 462142

November 2018

LOMA LAUNCHES HIGH PERFORMANCE X5 PIPELINE X-RAY INSPECTION UNIT ‘Designed to Survive’ X5 Pipeline system offers reliable and accurate inspection of pumped food products for on-going consumer safety and brand protection

n response to growing demand for high performance contaminant inspection equipment from increasingly diverse global food industry applications, Loma Systems has added a Pipeline model to its expanding range of X5 X-ray equipment. The advanced new unit has been developed to ensure on-going consumer safety and brand protection, as well as further strengthen operating efficiencies and quality control processes. With the risk of contaminants from incoming raw ingredients at its highest, Loma’s X5 Pipeline system is ideal for the inspection of pumped products, such as processed meat, poultry, sauces, jams and slurries, at any stage prior to final processing and packaging. By removing foreign bodies early in the process, Loma’s X5 Pipeline further reduces product waste and helps eliminate downtime as a result of contaminants damaging expensive production equipment further down the line. Like all Loma X5 X-ray inspection systems, the new X5 Pipeline adheres to the company’s ‘Designed to Survive’ ethos whilst delivering maximum uptime at a low lifetime cost of ownership. Loma’s X5 Pipeline offers reliable and accurate detection of a wide range of foreign body contaminants, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, stone, ceramic, glass, bone and dense plastics, regardless of their shape, size or location within the product. The X5 Pipeline can be used with 2.5” or 3” pipes and ARU (2.5”) and ARL (2.5 or 3”) reject options. The removable pipe cassette provides a simple option when changing between different sizes.

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Pumped products can be messy but the easy to clean, low maintenance X5 Pipeline is IP69K rated making it ideal for harsh, high pressure wash-down environments. Offering a compact footprint, the X5 Pipeline requires a 400mm pipe length, without reject of S-bends, and can be easily integrated with a wide range of vacuum filling machines. The X5 Pipeline incorporates Loma’s Adaptive Array Technology (AAT) which tailors resolution, depth and scaling to give unrivalled inspection performance. It also eliminates the need to specify diode array pixel size as the system will adjust to give ultimate detection performance for each product. Built for 24/7 operation, Loma’s X5 Pipeline offers automated set-up, remote diagnostics and features an easy to use intuitive full colour touchscreen with multiple language options. It has been migrated to Windows embedded standard operating system and includes a high speed USB sensor and simple Ethernet connection for easy reporting. As with all Loma’s products, customers benefit from a high level of before and after sales service and receive a tailor-made solution to their X-ray inspection requirements.

November 2018

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November 2018

The PPMA Show 2018 breaks all records to deliver the biggest show in its 30-year history The PPMA Show 2018, which took place at the NEC Birmingham between 25-27 September, delivered the biggest show in its 30-year history. A record 373 exhibitors from the processing equipment and packaging machinery industry filled over 11,000 m2 of hall-space with visitor footfall providing a high volume of quality visitors throughout the three-day event. With one of the most impressive line-ups of product launches, new technologies, keynote speakers, live demonstrations and ground breaking solutions, both visitors and exhibitors alike have hailed the PPMA Show 2018 the best yet. Exhibitors welcomed the outstanding calibre of visitors, comprising senior representatives, key decision makers and purchasers from a variety of sectors, and reported exceptional numbers of highquality leads. Onsite business deals and sales secured at the show, valued at many millions of pounds, was a further indicator of the success of the show. Commenting on the PPMA Show 2018, Dr Andrew Mint, CEO of the PPMA Group, says: “We are absolutely delighted that the show has received such positive feedback from our exhibitors. We are also thrilled that, once again, the show attracted the right calibre of visitor with a genuine sense of purpose. The fact that such high numbers of quality leads were generated; so many positive discussions took place; and so much business was secured at the show, is testament to there still being a strong appetite for this event,” he added. The two-day seminar programme, which delivered a first-class line up of expert speakers covering topical issues offered insight, education and inspiration in the Enterprise Zone. Presentations covering Industry 4.0, cyber-security, augmented reality, robotics and automation all drew strong crowds, while audience participation was particularly engaging during the ‘Future of Plastics in Packaging’ debate. The daily keynote speakers, Lord Mark Price, who discussed ‘How to Brexit-proof your business’ and Jonathan Warburton, Chairman of Warburtons, who shared his personal experiences of ‘Building a Sustainable Business’, both proved

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overwhelmingly popular, attracting standing-room only audiences each day. “Walking the aisles, talking to visitors and exhibitors as well as attending the seminars over the three days of the show, I was overwhelmed by the positivity and vibrancy of the show’s atmosphere and the general sense of optimism throughout the industry as a whole,” continues Andrew Mint. “The technology demonstrations were as popular as ever, with high levels of interest in robotics, vision systems and efficiency saving solutions. However it’s the unique mix of processing equipment and packaging machinery on display, the diversity of applications present and wide range of sectors represented that all contributed to creating the perfect environment to ignite interest, explore new solutions, nurture partnerships as well as secure multi-million pound business deals.” Education and skills training was also on the agenda, with this year’s show providing a showcase of career inspiration to 60 students from Presdales School in Hertfordshire, who were visiting as part of the PPMA BEST’s latest initiative to attract young talent into the industry. For Nicola Warburton, a sixth form teacher at Presdales School, the PPMA Show 2018 presented a vibrant, exciting and career inspiring environment for her students. “A lot of young people aren’t aware of the career choices that are available to them,” explained Nicola. “The PPMA Show has provided our students with a fantastic opportunity to meet people from all aspects of the packaging and processing industry, listen to their inspirational stories and to see first-hand, the breath and

diversity that this industry offers in terms of future career possibilities.” The PPMA Group Industry Awards 2018, which were held during the first night of the PPMA Show, were also a further cause for celebration, recognising manufacturing excellence, technical innovation and outstanding industry achievement. “The high calibre of award entries this year, demonstrates the skill, talent, creativity, strength and commitment there is in our industry,” concludes Andrew Mint. “This was all very much in evidence throughout this year’s show, clearly indicating the sector has a great deal to celebrate and can look optimistically forward to the future.”

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Events

November 2018

Advanced Engineering 2018 Announces keynote speakers including Jaguar Land Rover, Atkins and Siemens PI UK will be supporting the Advanced Engineering Show where they will be on stand CM63 in the Connected Manufacturing zone. Their Deputy Chairman Derek Lane will be presenting a paper entitled PROFINET for IoT, IIoT and Industry 4.0 in the technical sessions.

The Advanced Engineering Show has announced several industry-leading keynote speakers for six zones this year, including Siemens, Jaguar Land Rover and the High-Value Manufacturing Catapult. Advanced Engineering 2018 contains six co-locating zones; • Aerospace Engineering

• Performance Metals

• Composites Engineering

• Connected Manufacturing

• Automotive Engineering

• Nuclear Engineering.

Each of these six zones will have a range of speakers talking about current issues, as well as future projections for their industry, such as; Big Data, Industry 4.0, fire, space, Brexit, aircraft of the future, electrification and robotics. With the addition of the Nuclear Engineering and Contract Manufacturing zones for 2018, the Advanced Engineering Show offers the chance to expand your network and meet new faces within the engineering industry. The show’s forums are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited, demonstrating the expertise of the show’s influential speakers, and will be insightful for everyone attending. Advanced Engineering’s keynote speakers include: • Paul Hingley, Data Services Business Manager, Siemens on IIOT and security…a Thirst for Data • Rosa Wilkinson, Communications Director at the High-Value Manufacturing Catapult speaking about the Automotive Strategy. • James Henderson, Structure Major Projects Manager at Atkins, offering Guidance for Bridge Designers. • Ed Andrews, Technologist at Aerospace Technology Institute will be speaking on Aerospace Composites Technology Road mapping in the Aerospace zone. • Mike Mychajluk, Supply Chain Projects & External Engagement Manager, Production Purchasing at JLR on The Automotive Council & the UK supply chain • Lawrence Davies MBE, Chief Adviser, Department for International Trade, Future proofing the UK supply chain. • Mike Wilson, President, BARA, Why UK Manufacturing Should Embrace Robotics Technology? • Alex Aucken, Chairman, Solvay, Where are we with the UK Composites Strategy

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The Advanced Engineering Show is celebrating its tenth year joining together UK supply chain professionals and engineering management, spanning: process, control and plant industries; R & D; design; test; production & procurement from OEMs, integrators and top-tier industry players within multiple industries. The show is taking place on the 31 October and the 1 November in the NEC in Birmingham. Alison Willis, industrial divisional director at Easyfairs, organisers of Advanced Engineering, said: “We are delighted to announce our speakers for the tenth year of the show and are excited to hear their take on the challenges and successes of the industry over the past year. “The conference will provide insights into topics which have a daily impact on the companies in each of the Advanced Engineering industries. Our expert speakers and industry keynotes will stimulate lively discussions with insightful speeches, which are taking place across both days of the show.’ With industry-specific speakers including Siemens, ADS Group and the Aerospace Technology Institute scheduled throughout both days of the show, Advanced Engineering 2018 is set to offer thoughtprovoking talks from industry-leading professionals. This year offers the opportunity for attendees to visit the Connected Manufacturing zone and find out what Industry 4.0 means for their company, an exciting insight into the future of engineering. With 600+ exhibiting firms and six CPD accredited open forums filled with over 200 presentations, Advanced Engineering 2018 brings together firms all looking to source, specify and invest in the latest industry innovations and latest products. Last year alone saw a 15% rise in attendance and this year looks set to continue that trend. Advanced Engineering 2018 takes place on 31 October and 1 November in halls 2, 3 and 3a at the NEC. To register for your free ticket and for more information about the show visit www.advancedengineeringuk.com and follow on Twitter via #AEUK18 for regular updates.

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Events

November 2018

General John E. Michel, Executive Director of Skyworks Global will be speaking at the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing & R&D Summit in February Marcus Evans is very proud to announce General John E. Michel, Executive Director of Skyworks Global as a speaker at the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing & R&D Summit which will take place on the 25th-26th February, 2019 at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV. Passionate about promoting positive change, John is a TED speaker, business leader, best-selling author, and widely-recognized innovator and mobility futurist. A retired Air Force General who most recently served as the Commanding General of NATO Air Training Command, responsible for leading 14 nations in developing the $6.7B Afghan Air Force, John serves on several corporate boards, is a member of the U.S. Council on Competitiveness, and serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Skyworks-Global, the world’s leading Gyronautics firm. John’s award-winning work has been featured in a wide variety of articles and journals, including the Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, CEO Magazine, Investor Business Daily, Huffington Post, National Geographic, Joint Forces Quarterly, and the Washington Post. His latest book, The Art of Positive

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Leadership, was written while serving in Afghanistan. At the upcoming Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing & R&D Summit John’s presentation will be about ‘The Seventh Shift: Transportation as a Catalyst for Global Transformation’. Moreover some of the key topics that will be discussed at the upcoming Summit include advanced manufacturing, emerging technology, developing progressive approaches to address the global talent shortage and the disruptive transition of additive manufacturing. For more information about the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing & R&D Summit For more information please visit: https://events.marcusevans-events.com/aerospace19/

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Fillamentum Industrial a new Fillamentum brand Fillamentum, a Czech company, and a leading global producer of 3D filaments, introduced a new brand of professional materials with the highly appropriate name of Fillamentum Industrial. After the successful START on Prague Stock Market in early May 2018, this step marks another very major milestone in the development of a strong and stable Fillamentum. Although the ever-growing interest in 3D printing applies to popular fields such as hobby and design, 3D printing is actually used more frequently in industrial applications. Since its establishment in 2011, company has focused on producing 3D filaments for a range of industrial fields such as automotive, building, food, medical along with many more. The huge demand to print materials produced by Fillamentum for 3D printing, has logically led to establishing a new sub-brand. With the foundation of Fillamentum Industrial, the company will provide even more efficient and faster processing of the specific requirements of both the company’s new and current industrial customers.

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Fillamentum Industrial was officially launched in September at the TCT show in Birmingham. Apart from materials such as ASA Extrafill, Flexfil 92A, CPE HG100 or support material HIPS which customers highly value and that fulfill demanding industrial applications, we presented new materials including watersoluble filament BVOH, PC/ABS along with other new products. The newest product with biggest potential is PVC, which we are introducing under the name Vinyl 303. It is one of the first filaments made of polyvinylchloride. On the development of the material, Fillamentum cooperates with a supplier from Germany – RESITECH GERMANY GMBH.

Vinyl303 Fillamentum Industrial together with German company RESITECH GERMANY GMBH compounded NAKAN quality material polyvinyl chloride named Vinyl 303. This advanced material fulfills difficult material conditions suitable for industrial applications. One of its biggest advantages is its excellent printing properties.

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The printing temperature is 215– 230°C and the printing speed is recommended in the range of 40-60 mm/s. We cannot forget to mention also its excellent chemical resistance, flame retardant properties and high impact modification. For more information follow us on www.fillamentumindustrial.com

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SIL3 Certification for the EHPC210 Diagnostic Controller Bifold is pleased to announce that the Partial Stroke Function of the EHPC210 Diagnostic Controller is now SIL3 Certified according to IEC 61508 : 2010 Parts 1-7 and meets requirements providing a level of integrity to: Systematic Integrity: SIL3 Capable. 42|

In obtaining the SIL3 certification, Bifold Orange partnered with Exida, a global supplier of functional safety products, services and certifications, which has performed more process control safety certifications than any other company worldwide.

The controller incorporates graphic display integrated rotary feedback measurement, low power modes, ESD monitoring and control.

Exida certified the product reliability, design and engineering processes for the Bifold Orange EHPC210 Universal Controller as SIL3 capable per International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 61508.

The controller features HART and Modbus communication as well as fully configurable control logic allowing hard wired interface to a local control panel or the clients control system.

The EHPC210 is a smart controller solution operating a single solenoid for partial stroke testing in pneumatic and hydraulic valve actuation. It is designed to meet the basic legislation requirements to perform a partial stroke test and to record the results. The controller can interface with a valve switch box or has the added benefit of integral position feedback. The EHPC210 can be retrofitted onto existing systems to allow partial stroke testing to be performed.

The enclosure assembly allows installation in zone 1 or zone 2 hazardous areas.

The controller records the time, valve position and pressure at the actuator (separate pressure transmitter required). It uses this data to provide a graph for local visual indication, actual safety factor calculation and alarm status. Using the controller in association with Bifold zero bleed (in steady state position) solenoid technology can improve valve control, system power efficiency and reliability. To view or download the certificate in more detail please visit bifold.co.uk

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SIL 3 Certification Partial Stroke Function  Essential component in the control of electro-hydraulic and pneumatic valve actuators  Provides an accurate and flexible positioning system  Provides a unique digital partial stroke test solution suitable for SIL applications  4-20mA Isolated intrinsically safe command and retransmission signals with HART 7 protocol  Integral linear and rotary feedback sensors  SIL 3 Third Party Certified Bifold Fluidpower Ltd, Bifold Group, Broadgate, Oldham Broadway Business Park, Chadderton, Greater Manchester, OL9 9XA. UK. Tel: +44 (0) 161 345 4777 Email: marketing@bifold.co.uk Web: bifold.co.uk

 Worldwide Approvals  High resolution colour display  Configurable for all control logic requirements, e.g. ESD, PST, modulating, multiple solenoid valves  Hydraulic pump control, on-demand or pressure  Low power - normal operation is less than 1W  Suitable for Diagnostic and Modulating Controllers

November 2018 the benefit of standard tax relief in the year of purchase. Businesses that purchase products listed on the ETL can also make significant energy savings. Considering embedding the ETL into procurement processes will reduce the time it takes the business to find good quality products, and can deliver resource, energy and financial savings. The specific Seeley International products that have listed on the ETL are as follows: • Breezair TBS 580 • Breezair TBSI 580 • Breezair EXS 220 To get more information about Breezair, you can browse www.breezair.com/uk or write an email to uksales@seeleyinternational.com

Evaporative cooling listed as new category on the Energy Technology List (ETL), entitling buyers to claim an Enhanced Capital Allowance Seeley International are proud to have all three Breezair models listed on The Energy Technology List (ETL), a government list of energy-saving products used by businesses. Breezair products are the first evaporative coolers to be listed on the UK’s Carbon Trust Energy Technology List.

he ETL (or Energy Technology Product List, ETPL) is a governmentmanaged list of energyefficient plant and machinery, such as boilers, electric m otors, air conditioning and refrigeration systems that qualify for full tax relief. With over 17,000 listed products the ETL is one of the world’s largest databases of top performing energy efficient products. UK businesses that purchase products listed on the ETL can claim an Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA), a first year 100% accelerated capital allowance that delivers all available tax relief in 1 year.

ETL and those changes have been published as The Capital Allowances (Energy-saving Plant and Machinery) Order 2018 No. 268. The Order came into force on 22 March 2018. The changes include the addition of 3 new sub-technologies for Evaporative Air Coolers, Saturated Steam to Electricity Conversion Equipment and White LED Lighting Modules for Backlit Illuminated Signs.

At the end of 2017, the Chancellor announced a number of changes to the technologies supported under the

The benefit that businesses can get from choosing a product from ETL is equivalent to approximately 5.5 times

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Seeley International was part of the working committee to establish the new energy technology list criteria for evaporative air coolers, with the Carbon Trust and a number of different stakeholders in the industry.

What is evaporative cooling? Evaporative cooling is the only viable option when cooling large industrial or commercial areas, including semiopen spaces. Evaporative air cooling uses between up to 87% less energy than conventional A/C; it brings in 100% fresh outside air and utilises water for cooling instead of synthetic chemical refrigerants. That all adds up to very responsible environmental and energy saving characteristics. Very easy to install and maintain, evaporative coolers are a great solution to improve air quality, especially in production areas where fumes and germs are involved: in fact, cooled air is never recirculated, doors and windows can be left open or extraction fans need to be installed.

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November 2018

YASKAWA MOTOMAN

- REECO COBOT PARTNERSHIP Yaskawa UK Ltd MOTOMAN Robotics division has partnered with Reeco Automation as a solution provider for their new MOTOMAN HC10 collaborative Robot, a 6 axes human-collaborative robot (cobot). Reeco Automation specialize in providing solutions in automating systems using Human-Robot Collaboration (HRC / Cobots) with a focus on reducing production costs while improving both productivity and quality.

The innovative design of the Motoman HC10, which can operate with a payload of 10kg and a reach of 1200mm, ensures that they can operate without additional protective measures like a safety fence. Operator safety is assured by a power and force limit technology that stops the robot in case of contact with an operator. The reduced requirement for external safety measures depends on a risk assessment, but typically the overall footprint and cost of a cobot application is reduced when compared to a traditional industrial robot application. Ideal applications for the Motoman HC10 cobots are repetitive, manual processes that take place around human workers, such as machine tending, pick-and-place operations and especially those jobs that have the potential for repetition injuries, or require human workers to interact with dangerous machinery. Jonny Grey, Yaskawa UK Sales Manager commented “Yaskawa already has more than 40 years’ experience in producing industrial robots and have more than 400,000 installed globally. The HC10 is our first collaborative robot and we wanted to work with a UK robot integrator that has

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established experience and success in cobot applications, which is why we chose to work with Reeco”. Reeco specialize in offering solutions for integrating collaborative robots with existing factory equipment and employees including a team of experienced engineers supplying and commissioning robotics into multiple industries. Llewelyn Rees managing director of Reeco, commented: “We are delighted to be working with Yaskawa, the HC10 is built with the industrial strength and quality for which Yaskawa is known for.” Reeco Automation have designed and manufactured a robotics base (RB) system for the HC10 cobot and its controller. The result is a versatile, mobile solution which is designed to fit into an existing production line, typically for human-robot collaborative assembly. More details at: https://www.yaskawa.co.uk/ https://www.reeco.co.uk/ https://www.reeco.co.uk/yaskawa-hc10-cobot

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November 2018

mk Conveyor Technology helps ensure Baby Strollers are up to the Job! mk were asked to design a test rig for baby strollers that would satisfy the test criteria of the TUV safety regulations. This was achieved by simulating different ground conditions with standardised obstacles for testing baby strollers. The adjustable speed of the conveyor belt should be up to 10 km/h (170 m/min), which corresponds to a moderate jogging speed. The total load is a maximum of 150 kg. Features of this test rig include the following: • mk’s GUF-P 2004 conveyor was equipped with a timing belt drive and balanced rollers. • A wire hook connection ensures easy belt change. Standardised obstacles were screwed onto the belt.

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• To damp strong vibrations (that occur through cleats) it was necessary to support conveyor belt on metal vibration buffers. • A switch-off safeguard was implemented via magnetic pull switches. This TUV compliant Baby stroller test fixture including guarding was

produced using predominantly systems or modules within the mk profile and conveyor ranges. To see this unique baby stroller test rig in action visit: https://youtu.be/Ll1hpbdb75E Or to find out more about the extensive range of mk conveyor technology visit our website.

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November 2018

Eisele push-in fittings improve system safety INOXLINE 17B with optimised sealing system INOXLINE 17B - Eisele developed the successful INOXLINE stainless steel push-in fittings a step further. Optimisation of the sealing system eliminates gaps or grooves in the tube.

ith the advanced development of the 17B series, which have been presented on the Achema 2018 for the first time, Eisele has further optimized the sealing system of the successful INOXLINE push-in fittings. In the new design, the O-ring is installed in front of the collet. This improves the tightness of the connection and eliminates gaps in the tube at the sealing point. In combination with FDAcompliant Viton seals, the 17B series is recommended for diverse applications in processing and packaging technology, as well as food and pharmaceutical production.

In addition to the high tightness in pressure and vacuum applications, INOXLINE push-in fittings made of 1.4301/1.3207 stainless steel offer an easy-to-clean design and outstanding resistance to corrosion. This selection of material also guarantees that the transported operating media can never be contaminated by material components or particles. Time-proven seal technology The special sealing technology of the 17A series with two FKM (Viton) seals in the collet can withstand both internal gas pressures of up to 24 bar and a vacuum pressure

as low as -0.95 bar. Depending on the media and connection sizes, pressures of up to 100 bar are also possible with liquids. Many push-in fittings in the market are designed for high pressures, but that does not automatically make them suitable for vacuum applications. The release sleeves of push-in fittings with an inner collet enable quick assembly and disassembly of the tube. The second seal in the connections not only enables use under higher pressures, but also offers additional safety to prevent dirt from penetrating the system.

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November 2018

CNC ROUTERS & LASER CUTTERS

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Introducing the NEW CNC Routers This new range of affordable CNC Routers from ATA Engineering offers the same high quality build that you come to expect from a company that has been supplying CNC’s for over 20 years, along with support and technical back up. Standard sizes: 8 x 4, 10 x 5, 3m x 2m (Special sizes available on request) Call for more information or a demonstration, or visit www.atacam.co.uk

Introducing the NEW CNC Laser Cutters

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The NEW ATACAM range of Laser Cutters includes models for both metalic and non-metalic materials. They are equiped with co2 laser tubes, which can be used for cutting metalsheet such as carbon steel, stainless steel and non-metalic materials such as acrylic, MDF, plywood, etc.

Model AL1390 (pictured) for Non Metalic cutting and Model ALM1390 for Metalic and Non Metalic cutting. Call for more information or a demonstration, or visit www.atacam.co.uk ATA Engineering Processes Ltd ATA House, Unit B, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP2 7SS t: 01442 264411 e: sales@ataeng.com www.ataeng.com

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November 2018

NEW DAQ SYSTEM FROM HBM GROWS WITH YOUR NEEDS. Now available from HBM – a market leader in the field of test and measurement – is the new GEN2tB portable measuring module, designed for high-speed measuring technology with sampling rates of up to 250 MS/s. Featuring a modular design, the GEN2tB Data Acquisition System is suitable for use as an entry level model, but can also be used as a high-end transient recorder – or even in mixed applications. Furthermore, the device has 2 slots, making it a cost-effective choice for small channel counts. Compact in size, yet powerful in use, the new GEN2tB system is suitable for both mobile and stationary use and can also be

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expanded to accommodate up to 12 voltage (or current) channels, 16 high-speed sensor channels (e.g., strain gauges or accelerometers up to 500 kS/s per channel), or up to 24 channels of fibre optic digitisers, or any mix of these.

measurement task. Typical applications include the testing of electrical networks (eGrids), electrical drive trains (eDrive), as well as ultra-fast mechanical testing and electrical transient detection.

The Genesis Data Acquisition System also includes free Perception standard software, which enables the secure streaming of very large amounts of data, at a speed of up to 200 MB/s on the hard disc. This unique software allows users to access saved data, even during running measurements whilst recording continues in the background.

The Genesis HighSpeed range of Transient Recorders and Data Acquisition Systems from HBM share the highest sample rates and mid to high channel counts. Based on modular platforms, all models can be configured to the need of the application, be it a single channel or a thousand. All systems in the Genesis HighSpeed range from HBM are available out-of-the-box and are ready to use immediately.

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Hycontrol have exhibited regularly at PPMA, and the 2018 event proved to be a bumper show for the Redditch, Worcestershire-based company. “Whilst we are not directly involved in the packaging industry, we do find that a lot of people attending PPMA also have needs in terms of level measurement and silo protection,” said Hycontrol Managing Director, Nigel Allen. “The big surprise for us this year was how many enquiries we had about our foam control technology, but that may be in part due to the eye-catching foam control display tanks we set up, complete with columns of bubbles and flashing lights!” Hycontrol engineers have already conducted several site surveys as a result of contacts made at PPMA, and the business is optimistic that these will lead to the forging of strong new business relationships. Hycontrol has been at the forefront of level control and silo protection technology for over thirty-five years, providing effective solutions for diverse applications across a wide range of industries ranging from quarrying to food; from nuclear power to chemical; and from animal feed to waste recycling. Its work has been acknowledged by industry organisations such as the Mineral Products Association and the Refined Bitumen Association and has won several awards. The company has been a pioneer in the implementation of Ground Level Testing (GLT), reducing working at height risks in order to provide a safer working environment.

Hycontrol, one that seen the company exhibiting in the USA and Europe to a far greater extent, as well as several key UK events. 2018 has seen the launch of the new SureSense+ foam control system, as well as the first anniversary of the launch of the very successful SHIELD silo protection system. Hycontrol has also recently been putting the finishing touches to a new company website that will give its customers a modern, interactive web experience.

Hycontrol remains a UK leader in the manufacture and supply of advanced level solutions, and the PPMA show has provided an PPMA comes at the end of a busy year for additional boost for the company as it looks forward to 2019.

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November 2018

FLIR Systems Introduce Hyperspectral Imaging FLIR Systems has teamed up with imaging specialists - Bodkin Design & Engineering LLC (BD&E) to provide a hyperspectral imaging solution that allows you to collect any waveband of spectral and spatial information in one high-speed video frame. Hyperspectral imaging systems collect both spectral and spatial information in one instantaneous video frame. This enhances the data stream while eliminating motion artifacts and maximizing signal-to-noise response. Combined with FLIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advanced infrared camera technologies, the systems can be optimized for the visible, NIR, SWIR, MWIR, or LWIR wavebands. Additionally, these systems can be designed to interface with virtually any telescope or microscope. The new hyperspectral imaging cameras are massively parallel systems able to collect all three dimensions of the full three-dimensional hyperspectral data cube simultaneously. Incident photons from an imaged scene are detected in parallel by a two-stage optical processor. This device manipulates the data set prior to any electronic detection or software processing, operating on the data set at the speed of light.

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Hyperspectral imaging has been recognized as an important tool for remote sensing. It can identify materials by the spectral content of a pixel even though the objects of interest are too small to be spatially resolved, are partially obscured by vegetation or can only be identified by their spectral signature. High-spectral-resolution hyperspectral imagery is a key element in the developing fields of autonomous material identification, geological mapping, biological research, medical imaging, cancer detection and clinical instrumentation. For further information please visit www.flir.co.uk orÂ contact FLIR Systems in Europe on +32-3665-5100 or research@flir.com.

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Automotive data storage gets a boost with 3D NAND Uncompromising performance and reliability meet tough automotive requirements meticulously tested from IC to mass production level to enable them to withstand extreme temperatures, vibration/shock, humidity, sudden power loss and other challenges. With 3D NAND technology, industrial memory cards have higher densities and lower cost per bit. Beyond capacity benefits, they are also highly customizable, allowing an increase in performance and lifespan depending on customer requirements and device configuration.

Technology is radically changing the driving experience by enhancing comfort and safety with driver monitoring systems and autonomous technologies. These sophisticated systems generate unprecedented volumes of data that need to be stored, retrieved, transmitted, processed and analysed. Given the safety and life-critical challenges of automotive applications, what storage options are available? High-capacity memory cards are the obvious choice, as they are small, light and can hold vast amounts of driving data. Self-driving cars, for example, generate about 4 TB of data daily* in just an hour and a half of driving. (Source: https://newsroom. intel.com/editorials/self-

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3D NAND technology is increasingly being adopted in flash storage. Does 3D measure up to the triedand-tested planar 2D, and is it the right time to switch? By stacking memory cells vertically, 3D NAND has higher reliability compared with 2D NAND due to lower cell-to-cell interference. 3D NAND memory cards employ either charge trap (CT) or floating gate (FG) architecture. In theory, CT’s thinner tunnel oxide requires lower tunneling voltage, resulting in higher overall endurance. FG, on the other hand, is more suitable for data retention at high

temperature. Ultimately, only hard evidence or test data should be trusted to determine which solution is suitable for automotive requirements. Regardless of the solution, it is important to allow the cards to perform reliably in extremely low or high temperatures as vehicles go through different thermal cycles. Additionally, considering the massive random data transactions, memory cards are well suited to the high storage demands of future autonomous vehicles. It’s what’s counts

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Cobot Collaberation Delivers Entry-Level Vision Guidance From SICK SICK has collaborated with Universal Robots to develop an entry-level vision-guided cobot system for pick and place, quality inspection and measurement. The SICK Inspector PIM60 URCap is simple yet powerful toolkit for creating a vision-guided robot task with minimum time and effort. By integrating SICK Inspector PIM60 2D vision sensors with Universal Robots’ UR3, UR5 or UR10 robots, SICK has developed an adaptable visionguided cobot system that is quick and easy to program and configure without the need for a separate PC or specialist software expertise. “With the Sick Inspector PIM60 URCap, it’s easy to add eyes to your robot application,” states Neil Sandhu, SICK (UK) vision specialist. “This entrylevel package allows engineers to set up the robot to be guided to pick randomly positioned objects, as well as to inspect or measure the objects prior to picking. “Because it doesn’t need specialist programming expertise, it makes an ideal ‘starter’ vision-guided robotic

solution for a production line, even on a small scale, and is sufficiently adaptable to equip a pilot process facility for production development work. “The in-camera software guides you through the set-up and calibration process, based on SICK’s highlyregarded SOPAS software, so even if an engineer is new to 2D vision robot guidance, development of an effective solution is simple. Experienced users will relish the directness and simplicity of the set-up and parameter change procedures, as well as the handling capabilities of the range of Universal Robots that the SICK Inspector PIM60 URCap supports.” The SICK Inspector URCap software has been developed to ensure easy

integration between a UR3, UR5 or UR10 robot and the SICK Inspector PIM60 2D vision sensor. Standard configurations such as changing jobs and pick-points, calibration and alignment are done directly from the robot control pendant, making the everyday operations fast and straightforward. More advanced operations such as inspection and dimension measurement of objects prior to picking, can be done through SOPAS – SICK’s standard device configuration tool. The SICK Inspector URCap is also ready to expand through extra data fields that can accommodate results from both detailed object inspections and measurements. Use of the SICK Inspector PIM60 2D vision sensor is also an ideal way to experience the performance and versatility of SICK’s powerful 2D vision sensing range. The SICK Inspector PIM60 is an easily configurable, compact vision sensor for high-speed positioning, inspection and measurement, with flexible optics and integrated lighting (IR/White/UV). As well as having a capacity of retaining up to 32 reference objects in the device memory, the SICK Inspector PIM60 will perform inspections at high speeds, and offers a multi tool set for different inspection tasks: Blob, Object locator, Pixel-/Edge Pixel-counters, Pattern, Edge, Circle, Distance and Angle. The capabilities enable easy pass/fail verification of dimensions over digital outputs, as well as exact measurement value over Ethernet. Communication options include being able to connect the result and command channels through both EtherNet/IP and TCP/IP and a builtin web server, allowing monitoring of the process, and the ability to design a customised user interface (style, logo and functionality) to easily visualise and control the data needed from a specific robotics vison application. For more information on the SICK Inspector PIM60 URCap robotics vison solution, please contact Andrea Hornby on 01727 831121 or email andrea.hornby@sick.co.uk. www.sick.com

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Not just for mechanical engineering: Tool storage with a Shuttle System all, apart from the relatively convenient form of storage in static tool cabinets, this form of storage can only make a small contribution to improving productivity. Significant improvements can be made in this area simply by introducing a central tool store with the help of an automated storage lift such as a shuttle. The accommodation of various tools in a few different types of boxes or tool holders with precisely tailored dimensions brings further advantages, because optimal use can be made of the depth and height within the storage space.

The mechanical engineering industry needs to consistently meet the growing need for special tools and solutions. However, the industry is also faced with increasing competitive pressure, which is causing manufacturers to permanently examine and optimise their production processes in order to hold their ground in today’s competitive market. What about Tool storage with automated shuttle systems? Machine tools are used across a wide range of industries processing materials of all kinds. They are primarily used by companies in the metalworking sector or businesses involved in toolmaking and the automotive industry. Regardless of whether forming machines are used to process steel, aluminium, or plastics, cutting machines are used for processing materials such as wood and special high-performance tools are constantly required during the manufacturing process. When not in use, these tools have to be stored in a number of different ways. Storing the parts in special tool cabinets is certainly the most common way. The tools are frequently stored in several tool cabinets and boxes of various sizes distributed throughout the entire production area. This inconvenient arrangement takes up valuable space, not to mention the fact that the parts are difficult to access. Yet as the challenges associated with a changing market steadily grow, so do the demands in relation to efficiency and costs in the area of internal tool storage. The use of modern manufacturing structures in production goes hand in hand with rising intralogistic market demands for • • •

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In addition, it is often the case that the instruments and tools used are extremely sensitive. Accordingly, besides ensuring fast and accurate access to the stored tools, there is a focus above all else on safe and clean storage. Modern storage lift systems also have an advantage here, because the parts can be placed in compartments precisely adapted to their specific dimensions on the trays, thereby limiting the contact these sensitive parts have with their surroundings from the outset. In addition, there are special devices in the shuttles which guarantee dust-free and especially dry storage. Storing the tools at a certain temperature or drying them with warm air is also no problem. These are all options that conventional shelfbased storage cannot offer. Furthermore, dynamic systems such as automated storage lifts give the user many more opportunities to optimise the efficiency of their intralogistics processes. Faster and more accurate access to the stored parts is but one example that speak in favour of this modern storage method. Further advantages include: • •

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NSK design strategies enhance performance of offshore wind turbines Two key factors are demanded of bearings used in wind energy systems: high performance and high service life under harsh conditions. This observation is especially the case in the offshore segment, where the capacities of wind turbines are still increasing. As a result, NSK recently commenced the manufacture of bearings for 9.5 MW turbines and is already developing bearings for offshore turbines in the 12 MW class. However, it is not just the performance capabilities that place high demands on wind turbine bearings. At sea, because of high wind speeds, even stronger static and dynamic loads act on the rotors and, consequently, the whole drive train. In onshore wind turbines, the main bearings undergo loads of up to 1 MN; in the case of offshore turbines, it is even more.

Service life expectations rise Increasing demands are being placed on the operating lifespan of bearings for wind turbines. For onshore turbines, manufacturers traditionally specified that bearings must be designed for a service life of 175,000 hours, which is equivalent to 20 years. However, as a result of the high investment costs and difficulty in accessing offshore wind energy systems, a service life of 25 years is specified, which is a major challenge considering the extremely high dynamic loads.

Main bearings These loads clearly have an influence on the choice of bearings. In direct-drive wind turbines, double-row tapered roller bearings are increasingly being chosen as the main bearing. Compared with cylindrical roller bearings, which were commonly specified in the past, tapered roller bearings offer the advantage of adjustable pre-load, which makes it possible to achieve higher system rigidity. Such bearings have inner diameters of up to 2.7 m, which challenges even state-of-the-art design and manufacturing concepts. In the case of geared systems, the weight of the additional drive components is compensated by the fact that the generator can have a smaller design. There are different design concepts for the main rotor bearing in each power capacity class. Systems up to 5 MW usually employ spherical roller bearings, while for 6 MW and higher, the preference is for arrangements with two tapered roller bearings, or double-row tapered roller bearings combined with a cylindrical roller bearing.

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Integrated bearings In geared drive trains, gearboxes with two or three-stage planetary stages are common nowadays. Often these planetary stages are combined with a helical gear stage. For several years, the trend has been towards using so-called integrated planetary gears. For this application, NSK has developed (in close co-operation with the gear manufacturer) multi-row tapered and cylinder roller bearings without an outer ring. Thus, the bore of the planet wheels is used as the outer raceway of the bearing. In some applications, four-row integrated cylindrical roller bearings are used. In combination with four planets per stage, one set of bearings includes a total of 16 rows. To obtain an even load on all bearings, the bore and circumscribed diameters for the whole set have very tight tolerances. Another trend is to source all the bearings for a turbine from a single supplier. This market tendency was one of the specific reasons why NSK decided to expand the product portfolio of its Wind Business Unit, although the company has already been developing and manufacturing various types of bearings for gearboxes and generators for 20 years.

Researching WEC (white etching cracks) Due to the size of the bearings required for offshore wind turbines and difficult accessibility, the wind industry is obviously very sensitive to bearing damage. Technical expertise makes it possible to overcome almost all typical forms of damage to bearings. For example, advanced design methods in combination with high levels of steel purity ensure that classical bearing fatigue failures have been practically eliminated in wind turbine bearings. One area that the bearing industry is still researching, however, is WEC (white etching cracks). These cracks are signs of bearing damage that appear relatively early in the bearingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service life. Typical damage

A major trend in the wind turbine industry is the integration of planetary gear stages and multi-row bearings

symptoms are white structures beneath the raceway (hence the name) that lead to the formation of cracks and, ultimately, bearing failure. The precise cause of WEC was unknown for a long time, and although a series of experiments has since shown that this defect is most likely caused by hydrogen penetration, the origin of the hydrogen has still not been fully explained. Further research works hint that hydrogen generation occurs during operation. The initial supposition was that the hydrogen was coming from the hydrocarbon chains of lubricants and their additives; a theory that was substantiated after typical damage symptoms were able to be reproduced in a laboratory with certain types of oils and greases. As a consequence, NSK developed a new material that demonstrates higher resistance to hydrogen penetration and the formation of cracks caused by hydrogen embrittlement. While laboratory tests have been successfully completed, bearings made of this material are currently undergoing field trials.

Applying condition monitoring As a result of the fail-safe characteristics and long service life requirements, the bearings in wind energy systems are ideal candidates for condition monitoring systems (CMS), which use externally mounted or integrated sensors to continuously monitor the state of the bearing. Anomalies that indicate damage to the bearings can be detected and reported in a timely manner. Modern-day CMS are deployed by offshore wind farms to detect abnormalities sufficiently early to allow the maintenance cycle of the system to be planned accordingly. NSK anticipates significant market potential for this type of system. For more information, visit www.nskeurope.com

November 2018 Eisele developed a new ball bearing rotary connector that conveys compressed air of -0,9 to 16 bar from a rigid component to a rotating component

Rotary connector for rotating components Eisele offers new practical connector from BASICLINE push-in fitting Eisele has developed a ball bearing rotary connector. This new addition to series 14 of the Eisele BASICLINE can rotate freely around its own axis. The new rotary connector offers a solution for conveying compressed air from a rigid component to a rotating component. The new rotary connector, which is designed for an operating pressure range of -0,9 to 16 bar, is suitable for all applications that are compatible with nickel-plated brass. The seals are made of NBR and FKM. The rotary connector is available in a straight and an angled version for tube diameters of eight, ten and twelve millimetres. The screw-in end is equipped with G1/4 threads. This new push-in connector from series 14 of the BASICLINE is the first fully rotating connector in Eiseleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s product spectrum. The rotary movement is enabled by a hybrid stainless steel ball bearing with ceramic balls, which is approved for rotational speeds of up to 800 rpm. Stainless steel versions that are suitable for other operating media will follow. For more information visit www.eisele.eu/en/products/basicline |67

November 2018

SICK Ends Stop-Start Frustration of Driverless Forklifts SICK has developed the Safe AGV Forklift, an innovative, PLd/SIL2-certified safety solution that enables a driverless forklift to continue to operate productively in an automated factory or logistics environment, even when the forks are in the load carrying position. The SICK Safe AGV Forklift solves a common stopstart frustration that slows operation and leads to wear and tear of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) fitting with a forklift: When the protective laser scanning fields are infringed because the forks are down, the AGV must be brought to a safe stop. Designed specifically for AGV forklifts with a drive wheel, the SICK Safe AGV Forklift integrates two SICK laser scanners providing protective fields in front and behind the vehicle, with a SICK Flexi Soft controller and a SICK encoder to monitor the speed of the vehicle. Easily incorporated into a new AGV Forklift design or retrofitted onto existing vehicles, the SICK AGV Forklift is a functional safety system designed to meet both current EN1525 and forthcoming ISO 3691-4 safety standards. Says Seb Strutt, SICK UK’s Senior Product Manager for Machinery Safety: “When the SICK Safety Laser Scanner protective field is obscured by the forks carrying a load, or during loading and unloading, the AGV can continue to proceed at a safe speed of 0.3m/sec, without requiring personnel supervision. “In addition, the SICK scanners operate a warning detection field as well as a protective stop field, so that the AGV slows when objects are sensed at a distance, reducing the wear

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and downtime associated with constant start/stop operation.” The SICK AGV Forklift solution comprises a SICK S3000 remote laser scanner for forward scanning and S300 Mini Remote laser scanner for rear scanning, a SICK DFS60S Pro safety encoder and a Flexi Soft CPU controller with associated modules and function blocks, including a SICK Drive Monitor. The SICK S3000 laser scanner has a maximum

distance measuring range of 49m, a warning field range also of 49m, and a stop protective field of 7m, and can be programmed for up to 64 different fields. The SICK S300 laser scanner has a maximum distance measuring range of 30m, a warning field range of 8m and a stop protective field of 3m. The S300 can be programmed for up to 3 fields. The SICK DFS60S Pro safety encoder is a blind hollow shaft incremental

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November 2018

Why Frameless Motors?

Why maxon recently introduced a range of frameless motors, supplying just the stator and rotor. By Andrew Gibson, Sales Engineer, maxon UK. There are several benefits to using frameless motors that include reduced space envelope, reduced mass and a lower parts count. These are all interlinked and can be key factors in numerous applications. Using a frameless motor, the customer can design this into the assembly, without the need of a shaft coupling device to transmit the rotational movement from the motor shaft to the driven element. The shaft will pass through the bore of the rotor and will be one single piece. This will reduce the overall length by a significant factor, as well as removing potential failure modes. On a housed motor a portion of the overall length is required for the bearings and location features. Depending on the application there are then further bearings to support the driven element of the assembly. By using a frameless motor, the design engineer can use one set of bearings to support the shaft, which is both the motor shaft and the driven element, removing the need for duplicated sets of bearings. Again, this reduces the part count, reduces the space envelope and removes some potential failure modes. From these simple changes the engineer has more control over the overall size of the assembly and has more flexibility on the package size. By removing the need for couplings and duplicated sets of bearings the part count has reduced. The result is a unit with a smaller housing and less parts which means a lighter package. This is all well and good, but a certain amount of care is required in assembly to avoid having issues. All the time magnet grades are improving and getting stronger, which means that maxon can produce more powerful motors in the same space envelope. This also means that when assembling a magnet rotor over a steel stator core, there are strong magnetic forces attracting the two parts together. Without a certain amount of care, there are several issues that a customer could experience. The magnet material is relatively brittle and allowing the rotor to crash into the stator could result in chipping of the magnet. This has two problems, there is a piece of magnet loose in the motor which could cause further damage, in addition the protective coating has been removed from a portion of the magnet potentially allowing corrosion of the magnet material to occur. Often the attractive force of the rotor and stator catches people off guard and trapped fingers can occur! These issues can be avoided with some simple assembly tooling. maxon has produced an installation manual for the frameless motors, which is available to download from the website product pages. This gives application examples such as the ones below with ideas on where the bearings can be located on different packaging examples. It also includes ideas for assembly tooling and detailed assembly instructions to avoid the pitfalls above.

Frameless motors are ideal for any application with space constraints and/or a high power to weight ratio. Applications such as optical pods, radar systems, azimuth and elevation drives, pan and tilt systems, CCTV, as well as rotary joints for robotics and exoskeletons are good examples. If you are unsure whether a frameless motor is right for your application, contact the maxon sales team on 01189 733 337 or salesuk@maxonmotor.com where our team of Technical Engineers will be happy to discuss your application in detail and make recommendations.

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November 2018

100+ Highly Accurate Pyrometers for Non-Contact Temperature Measurement! The importance of accurate temperature measurement for industrial processes. - LumaSense Technologies owns Expert knowledge to achieve it Pyrometers are temperature measurement instruments that operate on the principle of infrared radiation, i.e. they detect infrared radiation of objects to determine the temperature. The key benefit of using an infrared thermometer to measure temperature is that you do not have to make contact with the process or surface being measured. In many industry sectors, the use of non-contact temperature measurement instruments is an important technology. For example, it is used for controlling complete factory processes or measuring even the smallest components to ensure a consistent quality level. LumaSense offers a wide range of infrared pyrometers developed from years of experience, research and customer contact. These highly accurate instruments provide solutions for nearly every industry and measurement application. The company have been in the business for almost 60 years and in fact, are celebrating some of their pyrometers for being successfully in production for over 30 of those years, all “Made in Germany”! LumaSense’s line of IMPAC pyrometers are well known for their accuracy, ruggedness and dependability even operating under difficult conditions and in the harshest environments. The IGA 140‐TV was launched into space on a JAXA (Japan Aerospace) mission to help scientists gather temperature data in zero‐gravity.

The versatile Series 140 include fully digital, fast pyrometers (in many different wavelength versions) with view finder, laser targeting light, or color TV camera for a broad variety of applications. This series offers very small spot sizes, focusable optics, display, buttons for instrument settings, analog output, digital interface,

and maximum value storage. Versions are also available with Profibus, Profinet or Ethernet interface. In October 2014, LumaSense introduced the ISR 6‐TI Advanced, the world’s first industrial grade infrared pyrometer with thermal imaging capabilities. This instrument incorporates the combination of pyrometry and thermal imaging in a single solution.

The ISR 6-TI Advanced infrared thermometer combines accurate (2-color) pyrometry and thermal imaging in one non-contact temperature measurement system. It accurately measures the temperature of the center spot and uses an infrared filter to show an auto-calibrated thermal image based on the accurate (and to a large extent emissivity independent) ratio pyrometer temperature reading. The system is based on the high quality 2-color (ratio) pyrometer ISR 6 Advanced for temperature measurements in ranges between 700 and 1800 °C in combination with a video camera with a short wavelength infrared filter. Another model out of LumaSense’s top Series, the IGAR 6 Advanced is only pyrometer suited for many industrial applications with Smart Mode functionality. This includes a unique switchover technology that transitions between modes, creating a very long temperature measurement range.

Besides the 1-color mode (100 ... 2000 °C) a 2-color mode (250 ... 2000 °C) or a special Smart mode can be selected. In Smart mode, the measurements in the range between 100 ... 250 °C will be taken in 1-color mode whereas in the range between 280 ... 2000 °C the measurements will be based on the 2-color (or ratio) method. In the range from 250 to 280 °C, a continuous transition from 1-color to 2-color measurement automatically takes place. These are just 3 of the 100+ pyrometers in the range, providing solutions for hundreds of applications! The extremely fast and highly accurate digital instruments of the versatile Series 6 Advanced (single color or 2-color) pyrometers, have very wide temperature ranges, analog output, digital interface, and focusable optics. Models are available with integrated LED display with laser targeting light, view finder, or integrated color-TV camera, to minimize set-up time. Moreover, special versions are available, e.g. with integrated thermal imaging feature, for mid temperatures or 2-color measurements or for ultra-thin glass sheets (e.g. Gorilla® glass). Our portable IMPAC pyrometers Series 8, which just celebrated their 30th year in production, are suitable for measuring metals, ceramics, graphite etc. Also, they can be used for special applications such as measuring pouring streams or for temperature monitoring in coke ovens. These classically designed handheld infrared thermometers offer small spot sizes, maximum value storage, and temperature indicators. LumaSense Technologies, is one of the most trusted providers of innovative temperature and gas sensing devices. IMPAC, acquired by LumaSense in 2007, has 60 years of experience in infrared and non-contact temperature measurement and is a trusted source for pyrometers worldwide. Contact:

The IGAR 6 Advanced pyrometer is a digital, compact and fast pyrometer which - depending on the individual requirements - can be operated in different modes.

LumaSense Technologies GmbH info@lumasenseinc.com www.lumasenseinc.com Product link

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November 2018

MWIR Camera for Real-time Thermal Analysis FLIR Systems announces its A6750sc MWIR camera is suitable for recording fast thermal events due to its short exposure times and high frame rates. Photo: FLIR A6750sc MWIR camera

With its cooled InSb camera, accurate temperature measurements can be carried out on fast moving objects without motion blur and a variety of non-destructive tests can also be performed. The FLIR A6750sc operates in the 3.0 - 5.0 Âľm wavelength range, or 1.0 - 5.0 Âľm when the broadband option is chosen, enabling precision measurements down into the SWIR range.

image dynamic thermal processes on surfaces at room temperature. The maximum frame rate in the smallest frame mode is 4.1 kHz.

Thanks to the high resolution and thermal sensitivity of its sensor, the camera produces razor-sharp, detailed thermal images that are ideal for electronics inspections or material tests.

The FLIR A6750sc offers the versatility of plug-andplay with third-party software due to its GigEVision and GenICam compatibility. It also works seamlessly with the FLIR ResearchIR software which enables intuitive viewing, recording and extended processing of the raw thermal image data.

Offering short integration times (< 1ms) and fast frame rates (to 125 Hz), the A6750sc is able to routinely

For more information about the A6750sc MWIR, visit the product page or contact FLIR Systems on +32-3665-5100.

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November 2018

Overcoming the issues of transporting dewatered sludge The recent Water 2020 report published by the regulator Ofwat encourages sludge trading markets between operators in order to move sludge from a company where it is expensive to treat, to one that is cheaper. Ofwat modelling suggests that if its proposed changes are implemented, around 30 per cent of all sludge could move between different water companies. The recent Water 2020 report published by the regulator Ofwat encourages sludge trading markets between operators in order to move sludge from a company where it is expensive to treat, to one that is cheaper. Ofwat modelling suggests that if its proposed changes are implemented, around 30 per cent of all sludge could move between different water companies. Wherever it ends up, this sludge will need to be processed. The proposed changes will make it increasingly necessary to transport dewatered sludge over long distances, for example to a thermal processing energy plant. However, a long pipeline does not have to be a barrier to efficient sludge transfer. The SEEPEX Smart Air Injection (patent pending) combines the advantages of two conveying technologies to transport dewatered sludge with high dry solids content over long distances in an energyefficient manner. Dewatered sludge (or other highly viscous media) is introduced into the pipeline using a progressive cavity pump, forming compacted material which is split into ‘plugs’ and pushed down pipelines of up to 1,000 metres using compressed air.

The future of sludge transfer This alternative to conventional means of handling dewatered sludge has already been installed at a number of plants throughout Europe, and has generated a rapid return on investment. It is an interesting option for the UK’s sludge treatment centres, as not only can the SAI transfer dewatered sludge over distances of up to a 1,000 metres, it is also economical because the total investment and running costs are comparatively low. SAI is being integrated into one of the UK’s largest water companies later this year, as an energy-efficient, highperformance alternative to conventional sludge handling systems. The customised pumping solution is being engineered to fulfill the plant’s specific requirements and to be configured at the location for optimum energy consumption.

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Out with the old Until now, long distance transfer of dewatered sludge has been carried out by belt and screw conveyors and bucket elevators, which require a lot of maintenance, often made costly by the need for working at heights if silos are filled. In addition, these systems are frequently open to the environment, which can result in unpleasant odours and rehydration by rainwater, and complications on vertical or inclined transportation. As an alternative, closed piping can be used in conjunction with multi-stage progressive cavity (PC) pumps and piston pumps, which are suitable for highly viscous media and high pressures. However, because of the high discharge pressures, these require comparatively high investment costs for higher pressure-rated pipework and valves (in some cases more than 100 bar). Piston pumps in particular also require significant maintenance (incurring downtime), may suffer from hydraulic oil leaks and have relatively high drive power and energy consumption. This was proven at Thames Water where piston pumps were replaced by SEEPEX PC pumps, lowering the discharge pressures and reducing energy consumption by over 50 per cent.

Plant-specific solution Unlike traditional methods, the SEEPEX Smart Air Injection uses a combination of progressive cavity pump technology and dense-phase pneumatic conveying. A solid ‘plug’ of dewatered sludge is formed by an open hopper pump with auger feed screw, which is then transported onwards by means of pulsed compressed air injection that is pressure-controlled via an algorithm optimised for the application. The pneumatically-transported sludge plug is lubricated with boundary layer liquid, for example dilute polymer solution. This reduces friction in the pipework and improves the energy efficiency of the system as a whole. The combination of pump and densephase pneumatic conveying permanently

The Smart Air Injection system from SEEPEX is ideal for long distance sludge transfer SAI transfers dewatered sludge over distances of up to 1,000 metres

reduces the pressure in the entire pipeline to below 10 bar which is generated by the pump to set the sludge plug in motion. Once the static friction force has been overcome, the sludge plug is moved by pulsed controlled compressed air, which again reduces the discharge pressure in the pipework. Adjusting system parameters, such as polymer and air volumes, at the location makes it possible to set a plant-specific, energy-optimised operating point.

Smart systems The reduction in friction losses and the discharge pressure requirements mean that pumps fitted with Smart Conveying Technology (SCT) can be used for long distance, high viscosity transfer duties. Pump maintenance time is minimal (rotor stator replacement in less than an hour), as pipework removal is not required for maintenance. The lower discharge pressure additionally ensures an increased service life for the components, which is further extended by SCT whereby the stator can be adjusted to maintain pumping performance as performance drops. Additionally, in the automated SAI system, process monitoring can be integrated into existing automation and control systems via conventional interfaces. All functional components, sensors and actuators are part of the scope of supply, and are integrated into the control software SAI, which is optimised for the respective application.

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November 2018

Cold forming: economical, high-integrity single-piece manufacturing Manufacturers seeking new ways to boost sustainability and productivity without compromising quality might care to consider the cold forming technique. This process enables single-piece, high-integrity metal parts to be manufactured at low cost, with minimal waste and to ultra-fine tolerances. Mark Jennings, Engineering Director at Dawson Shanahan explains. M e t a l co m p o n e n t s o f v a r i o u s shapes, sizes and complexities can be produced by cold forming. Simple parts or multi-faceted cold formed and finished machined components can be produced for a diverse range of applications. Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who embrace the technique, can benefit from singlepiece manufacturing which brings a host of strategic advantages and solid business benefits. The process involves extruding a single component part from a metal blank in one operation at ambient temperatures via a mould and die, enabling complex shapes to be formed with minimal requirement for finishing operations. Mechanical characteristics, including part strength, are maximized, waste is practically eliminated, and high volume parts can be produced both quickly and to a consistent standard of quality. Cold forming provides an alternative to cutting, milling or grinding the required

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shape from a solid piece of metal. While also avoiding the structural weaknesses that can accrue when joining a complex part from several machined components by welding or brazing. Cold forming also enables components to be manufactured to a higher standard than is possible with alternative processes. Unlike machining, for example, which is an extractive process, cold forming works with the grain, and the grain structure of the material being extruded is forced to follow the contours of the punch and die. As a result, the strength of the part is maximised along its length, in the same way that a piece of wood is stronger along the line of its grain. As cold forming essentially uses a mould and die into which the metal is extruded it is restricted in terms of the profiles that can be produced. Nonetheless, for complex parts, it may still be possible to use cold forming

to create sections of the part and by doing so, reduce the total number of components involved. Moreover, the process is capable of delivering precision-engineered parts with up to 80% less scrap than would be the case with machining. Cold forming can be performed using forward extrusion, backward extrusion and free flow methods, depending upon the application and component type. Dawson Shanahan can use the benefit of its experience to offer advice on which may be the most appropriate for a particular project.

www.dawson-shanahan.co.uk.

November 2018

London’s Twentytwo Bishopsgate sets benchmark for global construction innovation Innovative new building is a model case in building smarter, faster and safer. In 1990, there were just ten ‘megacities’ (cities of over 10 million). By 2015, that figure had jumped to 28, accounting for 12% of the world’s urban inhabitants. People are moving to urban centres attracted by the lifestyle and range of opportunities they offer, however more people on the pavements and soaring land prices mean new buildings need to head skywards. When completed next year, Twentytwo, an innovative new development located minutes from the new London Liverpool Street Crossrail station, will stand 278 metres tall and showcase a number of new construction solutions in a challenging historic and densely populated urban environment. Developers, planners and architects around the world can turn to Twentytwo as a model case in building smarter, faster and safer. NEW CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES DRIVE TALL BUILDING INNOVATION The ability to build higher has long been linked to advances in elevator technologies. Today, elevators are integral to constructing megastructures and moving the millions of tenants who use these buildings.

Twentytwo has over 1,100 men, women and engineers working on the site and when fully occupied will be home to a 12,000-strong workers and visitors so the elevator solution is critical. For this reason, the developers turned to Otis for its SkyBuild® elevator system. OTIS SKYBUILD AND TWENTYTWO BISHOPSGATE Installed at the beginning of construction, the SkyBuild elevator facilitates movement of crews and tools quickly and safely – around eight times faster than a standard goods lift – without the need of a crane or external lift or exposure to weather which can also stall construction. The elevator’s unique hydraulic piston system enables the lift’s mechanical system to climb one floor at a time in step with the building’s construction. When complete, the SkyBuild elevators at Twentytwo will quickly transition for service as SkyRise® elevators, Otis’ premier elevator for the world’s tallest buildings, bringing the Twentytwo’s total elevator count to 57.

challenges at Twentytwo. By moving people and materials around the site quickly, SkyBuild enables developers to reduce the disruption to the local environment and community caused by goods delivery. SkyBuild is fully integrated into the site’s logistics which results in better productivity and lower costs. LONDON IS READY FOR BUSINESS The British capital has a record 510 towers over 20 storeys either in planning or under construction, up from 455 tall buildings in 2016. Twentytwo will be 130,000 sqm of offices, social spaces and public realm and brings with it designs aimed to reflect changes in the workplace, the City and its tenants. With this in mind, the team behind Twentytwo designed the 62-storey building mindful of what the occupiers of the 2030s and beyond will want. Twentytwo signals to the world that London is active and that the city welcomes people to come here and work, to learn, to have fun. Watch the video here

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November 2018

Lanes Group invests £1m in latest pipe lining technology The UK’s largest independent drainage and utility specialist, Lanes Group plc, has invested over £1million in new pipe lining technology. The purchase of three new dual-core ultraviolet light cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) lining systems significantly adds to the company’s sewer rehabilitation capability. Two of the UV systems will line pipes with diameters from 150mm to 1600mm. The third is mounted on three rail pods and will line pipes with diameters of up to 1200mm. The package includes two new robotic cutters, for preparing pipes for lining, and opening lateral connections, adding to a powerful range of remote cutting equipment already in service with Lanes. The equipment, supplied by ProKASRO, is housed and carried in new low-emission trucks, adding to the already impressive sustainability credentials of UV lining as a method for rehabilitating pipes. Lanes Group Development Director Richard Leigh said: “Lining technology is developing rapidly, and we’re determined to keep up with latest innovations. “This is also absolutely the right time for us to invest in our sewer rehabilitation capability. Customers see that UV CIPP lining has significant advantages as a more sustainable and cost-effective way to rehabilitate sewers, compared with some other lining technologies and excavation. “Also, with the AMP7 water investment round starting, we want to be ready to offer our utility partners the best sewer lining service in the UK.” ProKASRO, based in Germany, is a global leader in UV lining technology. Its UK-based International Sales Manager, Simon Little, said: “This investment makes Lanes our biggest customer in the UK, and it’s their customers who will reap the benefits.” The Lanes Sewer Lining and Rehabilitation Division is based at Eccles in Greater Manchester. It offers a full range of lining technologies, including UV, hot water, and ambient CIPP lining.

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The new ProKASRO UV lining systems have been designed to allow faster curing, using less energy, and with greater control, so lining is completed safely and to the highest quality standard in the shortest time. Each system has a sophisticated digital monitoring system that allows Lanes and ProKASRO to record and review a wide range of operational data to continuously improve performance and supply to clients. The rail pods have been designed to Lanes’ specifications, and is transported on a 9.5 tonne lorry, then loaded and unloaded using a truckmounted forklift. Lanes Sewer Lining and Rehabilitation Manager Simon Bull said: “It’s exciting to be able to use such cutting-edge technology. “No-dig sewer rehabilitation and lining has always been about

deploying the best technology backed up with the right expertise and many years’ of experience. We have all three in abundance at Lanes.” UV CIPP has key advantages over other lining techniques. It can be carried out with less equipment, using less operational space. www.lanesfordrains.co.uk

November 2018

Providing quick, simple and accurate thickness measurements with minimal preparation Pioneers of the multipleecho measuring technique which has long since been an industry standard for through coating measurement of material thickness, Cygnus thrive on developing a product range that is application-driven and user-focused. Designed for the Engineer who needs to take quick and accurate thickness measurements, the MK5 Cygnus 4+ is a highly reliable, extremely rugged and simple to use ultrasonic thickness gauge. The unit is perfect for testing levels of wear and corrosion on industrial machinery, factory infrastructure, boiler tubes and pressure vessels. This gauge has been rigorously tested to military specification: drops from height onto concrete, extreme vibrations and extreme temperatures – and is completely environmentally sealed to IPX7 and IP6X. While the Cygnus 4+ has been specifically designed to be easy to operate, it also has an excellent array of features including: versatile measuring modes (multipleecho, single-echo and echo-echo); an A-scan display that helps to verify true back wall readings in difficult measuring applications; data logging that stores up to 500,000 readings with their A-scans; and MSI™ (Measurement Stability Indicator) which verifies stable and reliable readings. The gauge has a large colour LCD

display that can be viewed in all lighting conditions, an easy to use keypad and an intuitive menu. The gauge body has been designed to be comfortable to hold and protects against bumps whilst offering maximum strength with its hard-internal shell. Cygnus’ most advanced gauge in the MK5 range is the Cygnus 6+ PRO. Developed with a primary focus on the non-destructive testing industry, the Cygnus 6+ provides the same features as the Cygnus 4+ as well as comprehensive data logging, B-scan, Bluetooth™ and a dual display. Also available is the world’s only ultrasonic thickness gauge that has been certified intrinsically safe to the highest possible ATEX rating: Group I & Group II / CSA Class 1 Group A, B, C & D Division 1; this means that the Cygnus Intrinsically Safe thickness gauge can be used in Zone 0, Zone 1 hazardous areas and requires no plant shutdown or hot work permit. This makes it the number 1 choice for all engineers working within potentially explosive environments such as food processing plants. For more information about these and other Cygnus products, visit www.cygnus-instruments.com. Alternatively, call us on +44 (0) 1305 265533 or email sales@cygnus-instruments.com. Quote EU102018 for a 10% discount on a gauge.

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November 2018

PID RESPONSE FACTORS FOR VOCs

Volatile Organic Compounds measured by Ion Science photoionisation detectors (PIDs) How to use this chart Check if the chemical name concerned is listed. If it can be detected by PID, there will be a Response Factor (RF) in the lamp type column. The RF determines the sensitivity of the PID to that chemical. Please note this is an abbreviated list, for an extended list of volatiles sensed by PID please use our online gas table at www.ionscience.com/gases Lamp Type (RF)

Lamp Type (RF)

Chemical name

11.7 eV

10.6 eV

10.23

2.2

5.5

Chemical name:

60-35-5

9.69

Chloromethoxyethane

Acetic acid

C2H4O2

64-19-7

10.66

Chloroprene

Acetic anhydride

C4H6O3

108-24-7

10.14

Chlorostyrene, o-

C8H7Cl

2039-87-4

~8.5

0.4

Ethylhexanal, 2-

C8H16O

123-05-7

Acetoin

C4H8O2

513-86-0

~9.8

Chlorotoluene, p-

C7H7Cl

106-43-4

8.69

0.3

0.4

0.3

Fluoro-2-propanone, 1-

C3H5FO

430-51-3

9.92

1.0

Acetaldehyde Acetamide

Common name presented – to be sure of identity, please check the CAS number. IE:

Ionisation Energy – also known as ionisation potential. A PID response is obtained only if the IE is similar or lower than the PID lamp energy. : Estimated IE

RF:

Response Factor – RF is a calibration factor for each chemical relative to isobutylene e.g. an RF of 0.5 indicates twice the response to isobutylene.

Acetone Acetone cyanohydrin Acetonitrile Acetophenone Acetylene Acrolein Acrylic Acid Acrylonitrile Allyl acetoacetate Allyl alcohol Allyl chloride Allyl glycidyl ether Ammonia Amyl acetate, sec-

Formula C2H4O C2H5NO

CAS no. 75-07-0

10 eV

Chemical name Chloromethane

C3H6O

67-64-1

9.69

1.7

1.2

Chlorotrifluoroethylene

C4H7NO

75-86-5

11.09

Citronellal

CH3CN

75-05-8

12.2

Creosote

0.6

C8H8O C2H2 C3H4O

98-86-2

9.29

74-86-2

11.4

107-02-8

10.22

Cresol, m-

Crotonaldehyde

1.2

3.2

Cumene

Formula

11.7 eV

10.6 eV

Chemical name

Formula

CAS no.

10.6 eV

10 eV

74-87-3

11.28

0.7

Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether

C5H12O2

2807-30-9

1.7

4.0

3188-13-4

10.3

Ethylene oxide

C2H4O

75-21-8

10.56

2.0

9.0

C4H5Cl

126-99-8

8.79

1.3

Ethyleneimine

C2H5N

151-56-4

9.2

Mineral spirits

1.5

Morpholine

Naphthalene

79-38-9

9.81

Fluorobenzene

C6H5F

462-06-6

9.2

0.8

0.7

0.8

Nitric oxide

0.9

Formaldehyde

CH2O

50-00-0

10.87

0.6

Nitrobenzene

n/a

8021-39-4

Formamide

CH3ON

75-12-7

10.2

2.0

Nitrogen dioxide

64-18-6

11.05

110-00-9

8.88

C7H8O

108-39-4

C4H6O

4170-30-3

C4H8O

8.36 9.73

0.8

2.2

1.5

Formic acid

C4H4O

Furfural

C5H4O2

Furfuryl alcohol

C5H6O2

1,9

2.5

0.8

1.3

3.3

1.6

2.7

Gasoline

1.2

Glutaraldehyde

9.13

10.6

3.0

Cyclohexane

C6H12

110-82-7

9.98

0.6

10.91

1.6

Cyclohexanol

C6H12O

108-93-0

0.9

~10

1.5

Cyclohexanone

C6H10O

108-94-1

9.16

0.8

1.0

8.95

0.6

0.9

107-18-6

9.63

2.3

4.0

1.4

Glycidol

C3H5Cl

107-05-1

10.05

0.7

4.5

Cyclohexylamine

C6H13N

108-91-8

8.37

5.8

Halothane

C6H10O2

106-92-3

~10

0.8

Cyclopentadiene

C5H6

542-92-7

8.56

0.8

Heptan-2-one

NH3

7664-41-7

10.18

5.7

8.5

C7H14O2

628-63-7

9.9

0.6

Cymene, p-

Decahydronaphthalene

Decane

C6H10

C10H14 C10H18

110-83-8

99-87-6 91-17-8

0.4

9.14

0.9

9.65

8.29

0.4

CH2O2

Furan

1.4 NA

6117-91-5

79-10-7

1.8

Methylpyrrole, NMethylstyrene

106-23-0

107-13-1

Cyclohexene

11.7 eV

C2ClF3

1118-84-9

1.1

C10H18O

C3H3N

C3H6O

10 eV

Chemical name

CAS no.

CH3Cl C3H7ClO

C7H10O3

C3H4O2

Lamp Type (RF)

Key

98-01-1

9.21

5.0

0.4

0.5

0.8

ZR NA NA

Nitromethane Nonane Norbornadiene, 2,5-

2.0

Octane

8006-61-9

~9.9

0.9

1.0

Octanol (mixed isomers)

C5H8O2

111-30-8

~9.6

0.6

0.9

Octene, 1-

C3H6O2

556-52-5

98-00-0

~9.9

Formula C5H7N C9H10

8.14

0.4

9.27

2.8

98-95-3

9.92

1.6

1.7

NO2

10102-44-0

9.58

4.5

75-52-5

11.08

CH3NO2 C9H20

111-84-2

C7H8

121-46-0

C8H18

1.5

NA 1.1

~10.8

Oxydiethanol, 2,2'-

C4H10O3

111-46-6

~10.3

2.0

CF3CHBrCl

151-67-7

0.6

Pentan-2-one

C5H10O

107-87-9

9.38

0.9

1.0

C7H14O

110-43-0

9.33

0.5

0.9

1.0

Pentanal

C5H10O

110-62-3

9.74

0.7

1.5

1.8

C7H16

142-82-5

9.92

Pentandione, 2,4-

1.2

0.9

C7H16O

53535-33-4

~9.8

116-15-4

10.6

Heptane Heptanol

0.5 NA

2.2 1.7

C5H8O2

Pentane

Pentanol, 2-

C5H12O

0.5

Peracetic acid

C2H4O3

C5H12

C10H22

124-18-5

0.5

0.8

Desfluorane

C3H2F6O

57041-67-5

999-97-3

8.6

0.5

0.6

Diacetone alcohol

C6H12O2

123-42-2

~9.6

1.2

0.9

0.8

Hexamethyldisiloxane

C6H18OSi2

107-46-0

9.6

0.3

Perfluorobutadiene

0.9

0.7

0.9

Dibromochloromethane

CHBr2Cl

124-48-1

10.59

0.7

Hexamethylene diisocyanate

C8H12N2O2

822-06-0

1.5

Petroleum ether

C2H4Br2

106-93-4

10.35

0.6

Hexan-2-one

C6H12O

591-78-6

9.34

0.8

0.7

Phenol

C6H6O

CH2Br2

74-95-3

10.41

0.7

1.9

Hexane

C6H14

110-54-3

10.13

0.6

Phenoxyethanol, 2-

C8H10O2

Hexanol

C6H14O

Phenylethyl acetate, 1-

C10H12O2

Benzonitrile

0.5

Dibromoethane, 1,2-

9.3

0.7

Dibromomethane

C7H5N

100-47-0 106-51-4

9.62

C2H2Cl2F2

1649-08-7

~11.5

C6H4O2

10.01

Dichloro-1,2-difluoroethene, 1,2-

C2Cl2F2

598-88-9

10.2

Hexene, 1-

C6H12

C9H10O2

140-11-4

0.6

Dichloro-1-propene, 2,3-

C3H4Cl2

78-88-6

~10.5

0.7

1.4

Hydrazine

H4N2

302-01-2

8.93

Benzyl alcohol

C7H8O

100-51-6

8.26

1.3

1.0

1.6

Dichloro-2,2,-difluoroethene, 1,1-

C2Cl2F2

79-35-6

9.69

Hydrogen iodide

10034-85-2

10.39

9.14

0.6

0.7

H2S

7783-06-4

10.46

C7H7Cl C8H8O2

Benzyl isobutyrate

C11H14O2

100-44-7

0.7 0.8

Dichloro-1,1-difluoroethane, 1,2-

Dichlorobenzene, o-

C2Cl2

7572-29-4

Dichloroethane, 1,2-

C2H4Cl2

107-06-2

Dichloroethene 1,2-

C2H4Cl2

107-06-2

Dichloroethene, 1,1-

9.32

0.7

103-28-6

Benzyl nitrile

C8H7N

140-29-4

9.39

Benzylamine

C7H9N

100-46-9

7.56

0.6

Dichloromethane

Biphenyl

C12H10

92-52-4

8.23

0.4

0.6

Dichloropropane, 1,2-

Bromine

104-57-4

0.8

C3F6 C6H18NSi2

Benzyl acetate

Benzyl formate

0.7

Hexafluoropropylene

Benzoquinone, p-

Benzyl chloride

0.5 1

Br2

7726-95-6

10.55

0.7

Dicyclopentadiene

C2H4BrCl

107-04-0

10.57

0.4

3.4

Diesel fuel

Bromo-2-methylpentane, 1-

C6H13Br

25346-33-2

10.09

Bromoacetone

C3H5BrO

Bromo-2-chloroethane, 1-

0.5

Propene

10.57

1.2

Propionaldehyde

0.8

2.0

105-58-8

~10.3

Isobutyl acetate

1.2

1.0

Diethyl ether

1.9

1.1

Isobutylene

0.3

Diethyl malonate

C7H12O4

105-53-3

10.2

Isooctane

1.6

Diethyl phosphite

C4H11O3P

762-04-9

10.31

Isopentanol

10.29

0.8

Bromoform Bromopentane, 1-

C2H5Br

74-96-4 6482-24-2

2.5

75-25-2

10.48

0.5

2.8

10.1

0.5

1.1

3.5

Diethylamine

C4H11N

109-89-7

10.18

0.7

1.5

Diethylaminoethanol, 2-

C6H15ON

100-37-8

1.2

Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether

C6H14O3

111-90-0

CHBr3

110-53-2

C3H7Br

106-94-5 1464-53-5

C4H6

Butadiene, 1,3-

C5H11Br

1.6

NA ZR

Diethyl phthalate

Isoprene

1.0

0.6

0.5

Isopropanol

2.0

Isopropyl acetate

Propyne Pyridine

C5H5N

110-86-1

Pyrrole

C4H5N

109-97-7

8.77

1.3

C7H14O2

626-38-0

~9.9

Sevoflurane

C3H3F7O

28523-86-6

2.0

Menthol

C10H20O

1490-04-6

0.5

Styrene

C8H8

100-42-5

8.4

0.5

Mercaptoacetic acid

C2H4O2S

68-11-1

~9.8

Terpineol, α-

C10H18O

98-55-5

0.8

Dimethyl carbonate

C3H6O3

616-38-6

10.52

1.5

3.9

Dimethyl ether

C2H6O

115-10-6

10.03

1.3

C4H8O

598-32-3

C4H8

106-98-9

141-32-2

Butyl butyrate Butyl chloroformate Butyl ether, nButyl iodide Butyl isocyanate

9.13

1.1

1.3

1.1

C2H8N2

57-14-7

8.05

0.8

~9.6

0.6

1.5

Dimethylhydrazine, 1,1Dimethylmethylphosphonate

Methane

NA 0.5

C4H7NO C4H6O2 CH4

Methanol

79-39-0 79-41-4 74-82-8

~10 10.15 12.51

2.3

2.9

Tert-butanol Tert-butyl bromide Tetrachloroethane, 1,1,1,2-

67-56-1

10.85

2517-43-3

~9.56

Tetrachloroethylene

C3H8O

540-67-0

9.72

1.0

Tetraethyl orthosilicate

Methoxyethanol, 2-

C3H8O2

109-86-4

9.6

1.4

2.7

Tetraethyllead

Methoxy-1-butanol, 3-

Tert-amyl methyl ether

CH4O C5H12O2

Methoxyethane

C6H14O C4H10O

994-05-8 75-65-0

1.0

9.92

0.6

11.1

0.6

0.2

0.4

0.3

1.0

0.2

507-19-7 630-20-6

C2Cl4

127-18-4 78-10-4

9.77

78-00-2

11.1 10.12

C8H20Pb

10.25

9.326

C4H9Br C2H2Cl4

C8H20O4Si

1.6 1.0

2.8 1.6

~9.7

1.8

C3H9O3P

756-79-6

9.94

Methoxyethene

C3H6O

107-25-5

8.95

1.0

Tetrafluoroethylene

C2F4

116-14-3

~10.4

3.2

Dimethylsilane

C2H8Si

1111-74-6

10.3

Methoxypropane, 2-

C4H10O

598-53-8

9.45

1.2

Tetrahydrofuran

C4H8O

109-99-9

9.41

1.4

2.3

2.8

9.28

0.4

0.8

1.1

Di-n-butylamine

C8H19N

111-92-2

7.69

Methoxypropyl acetate

C6H12O3

108-65-6

0.7

1.6

2.1

Tetrahydronaphthalene

C10H12

119-64-2

8.46

0.4

C4H9I

542-69-8

9.23

111-36-4

C5H9NO

Dioxane, 1,4Dipropyl ether

2.5

0.6

~9.5

Divinylbenzene

~9.7

0.8

1.9

4.3

Dodecene

8.71

Epichlorohydrin

8.69

0.5

0.9

C4H10S

C10H14 C10H14O

104-51-8 89-72-5

7.8

Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol

0.5

Ethane

Ethanol

1.9

Ethanolamine

C6H15N C6H14O

142-84-7 111-43-3

C15H24O

128-37-0

C10H10

7.8 9.3 7.8

1.5

Methyl acetate

1.0

Methyl acetoacetate

0.3

Methyl acrylate

0.7

0.6

Methyl benzoate

1.0

Methyl bromide

5.3

Methyl cyanoacrylate

0.7

1321-74-0

~8.2

C12H24

112-40-3

~8.8

C3H5ClO

106-89-8

10.2

0.8

C2H6 C2H6O

74-84-0

11.56

64-17-5

10.43

141-43-5

10.47

1.5

Methyl ethyl ketone

Methyl ethyl ketone peroxides

Methyl formate

0.8

2.4

ZR 11

9.86

1.2

C2H7NO

C4H6O2

96-48-0

10.26

Ethoxy-2-propanol, 1-

C5H12O2

1569-02-4

~9.6

C10H16

565-00-4

8.86

0.5

0.4

Ethoxyethanol, 2-

C4H10O2

110-80-5

9.6

1.7

CS2

75-15-0

10.08

0.3

1.4

1.3

Ethoxyethyl acetate, 2-

C6H12O3

111-15-9

~10

C4H8O

123-72-8

1.7

Carbon tetrabromide

CBr4

558-13-4

10.31

Ethyl 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl ether

Carbon tetrachloride

CCl4

56-23-5

11.47

1.7

Ethyl acetate

Carbonyl sulfide

COS

463-58-1

11.18

0.4

2.1

Triethyl phosphate

C6H15P04

78-40-0

9.79

3.5

0.4

Triethyl silane

C6H16Si

617-86-7

9.5

2.0

3.8

Triethylamine

C6H15N

121-44-8

7.5

0.7

1.3

1.1

Trifluoroethene

C8H8O3

119-36-8

7.65

Methyl sulfide

C2H6S

75-18-3

8.69

0.6

0.7

Trifluoroethyl methyl ether, 2,2,2-

Methyl tert-butyl ether

C5H12O

1634-04-4

9.24

0.8

1.0

Trimethylamine

Methyl vinyl ketone

C4H6O

78-94-4

9.65

0.6

Trimethylbenzene, 1,3,5-

0.3

Methyl-1-butene, 3-

C5H10

563-45-1

9.51

0.8

Trimethylborate

Trimethylsilane

Ethyl lactate

Ethyl mercaptan

0.5

Ethyl methacrylate

C6H10O2

Ethyl phenyl acetate

C10H12O2

101-97-3

2.0

Ethyl tert-butyl ether

C6H14O

637-92-3

C2H7N

75-04-7

8.86

C8H10

100-41-4

8.76

C5H10O3 C2H6S

97-64-3 75-08-1 97-63-2

~10

1.1

9.29

0.6

Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone, N-

~9.5

0.9

1.1

1.6

Methylamine

1.2

Methylbutanal, 2-

9.39

0.8

Methylchloroformate

Methylcyclohexane

0.5

0.6

Methylcyclohexanol, 4-

Methyl-2-butanol, 3-

C5H12O

598-75-4

C5H9NO

872-50-4

CH5N

0.8

9.88

3.3

9.17

0.9

1.5

Turpentine

1.3

TVOC

Trioxane

C2HF3

359-11-5

10.14

C3H5F3O

460-43-5

10.53

NA NA

C3H9N

75-50-3

7.82

0.3

0.5

C9H12

108-67-8

8.39

0.4

0.5

C3H9BO3

121-43-7

1.0

C3H10Si

993-07-7

9.9

110-88-3

C10H16

9005-90-7

~8.5

0.6

~10

1.0

1120-21-4

9.56

0.4

1.1

108-05-4

9.19

1.0

1.5

9.99

0.6

2.1

9.59

0.8

1.2

79-22-1

11.36

Undecane

C11H24

C7H14

108-87-2

9.85

0.5

1.1

1.0

Vinyl acetate

C4H6O2

C7H14O

589-91-3

9.8

2.4

Vinyl chloride

C2H3Cl

75-01-4

10.3

0.5

C3H6O3

8.97

96-17-3

C2H3O2Cl

C5H10O

74-89-5

0.8

ZR 0.8

1.0 3.1 1.8

C2H5Cl

75-00-3

10.97

1.1

Ethylamine

Chloroethanol, 2-

C2H5ClO

107-07-3

10.5

Ethylbenzene

Chloroethyl methyl ether, 2-

C3H7ClO

627-42-9

10.25

2.6

Ethylene

C2H4

74-85-1

10.51

3.0

Methylcyclopentane

C6H12

96-37-7

9.85

1.5

Vinyl-2-pyrrolidinone, 1-

C6H9NO

88-12-0

2.7

4.5

3.3

C3H4O3

96-49-1

10.4

Methylhexan-2-one, 5-

C8H16O

541-85-5

~9.1

0.6

0.8

0.9

Vinylcyclohexene

C8H12

100-40-3

8.93

0.4

0.5

0.7

Methylhydrazine

CH6N2

60-34-4

1.3

Xylene mixed isomers

C8H10

1330-20-7

8.56

0.5

0.6

Methylpentane, 2-

C6H14

107-83-5

10.12

0.6

3.0

Xylidine, all

C8H11N

1300-73-8

7.5

0.7

0.6

Chloroethane

Chloroform Chloroethyl methyl ether, 2Chloroform

CHCl3

67-66-3

11.42

3.5

Ethylene carbonate

C3H7ClO

627-42-9

10.25

2.6

Ethylene cyanohydrin

C3H5NO

109-78-4

~10.8

1.0

CHCl3

67-66-3

11.42

3.5

Ethylene glycol

C2H6O2

107-21-1

10.16

4.1

1.9

Gas Table V1.5. Data provided is for indication only © Ion Science Ltd

Methyl salicylate

0.3

0.5

1.3

0.5

0.9

0.3

1.8

1.2

9.7

0.6

0.5 0.7

0.5

9.34

0.5

9.45

103-11-7

10.1

79-01-6

75-03-6

~11.7

10.64

542-18-7

C2HCl3

C2H5I

9.92

9.07

109-69-3

C11H20O2

10.16

78-95-5

108-90-7

80-62-6

C5H8O2

1.5

2.0

~10 10.61

0.6

~11

71-55-6

C7H9N

Trichloroethylene

10.64

7.4

359-28-4

C2H3Cl3

1.5

541-41-3

102-82-9

C2H2Cl3F

0.6

109-94-4

0.6

1.6 0.5

7.4

C12H27N

Trichlorobenzene 1,2,4-

0.7

7085-85-0

0.6

95-53-4

Tributylamine

0.6

10.15

C3H6O2

0.6

8.82

Toluidine, o-

1.0

101-41-7

C6H7O2N

8.82

Toluene-2,4-diisocyanate

0.4

554-12-1

C3H5O2Cl

108-88-3 584-84-9

Toluene

9.25

C4H8O2

Ethyl cyanoacrylate

3087-37-4

C7H8 C9H6N2O2

9.44

C9H10O2

Ethyl hexyl acrylate, 2-

74-93-1

Methyl phenyl acetate

Ethyl iodide

NA NA

556-61-6

Methyl propionate

Ethyl formate

CH4S

3.3

Ethyl chloroformate

0.3

C2H3NS

1.4

1.5

Trichloroethane, 1,1,1-

1.0

8.06

1.0

~9.9

~10

95-93-2

1.0

105-54-4

681-84-5

5.0

C6H12O2

C10H14

0.9

1.5

Methyl methacrylate

1.6

Titanium-n-propoxide

C4H12O4Si

1.0

0.7

Tetramethyl orthosilicate Tetramethylbenzene (all isomers)

0.8

107-20-0

1615-75-4

1.2 NA

0.9

2.3

C6H5Cl

9.3

9.31

0.9

1.7

C4H9Cl C6H11Cl

9.51

10.67

1.0

C2H4ClF

10.82

108-10-1

563-80-4

C2H3OCl

107-31-3

624-83-9

C5H10O

8.9

9.77

C3H5ClO

78-93-3 1338-23-4

C6H12O C2H3NO

10.3

9.85

Chloroacetaldehyde

C12H28O4Ti

C4H8O C8H18O6

Methyl isobutyl ketone Methyl isocyanate Methyl isopropyl ketone

93-89-0

ClH2N

Chloro-1-fluoroethane, 1-

0.4

140-88-5

C10H14O

Chloro-2-propanone, 1-

0.5

C5H8O2

Chloramine

Chlorocyclohexane

0.5

C9H10O2

Carvone, R-

Chlorobutane, 1-

8.86

Ethyl acrylate

Ethyl butyrate

11.48

110-02-1

Methyl isothiocyanate

10.36

9.8

507-09-5

C4H4S

Methyl mercaptan

6485-40-1

75-76-3

C2H4OS

Thiophene

0.5

7782-50-5

C4H12Si

Thioacetic acid

0.8

0.5

Tetramethylsilane

0.7

4.5

0.5

1.2 1.9 ZR

1.4

8.38

3.6

1.3 2.0

8.4

110-01-0

1.1 NA

10.98

10.01

499-75-2

C4H8S

10.54

C2H4O2

Tetrahydrothiophene

1.8

9.81

9.32

74-83-9

10.27

13466-78-9

10599-90-3

96-33-3

1.0

10.27

10.25

93-58-3

137-05-3

141-78-6

C10H16

10049-04-4

105-45-3

CH3Br

C8H8O2

461-24-5

C10H14O

Cl2

79-20-9

C5H8O3 C4H6O2

C4H8O2

Carvacrol

ClO2

C3H6O2

C5H5O2N

C4H7F3O

Ethyl benzoate

Chlorobenzene

Methacrylic acid

1.5

109-21-7

9.03

Chlorine dioxide

1.3

142-96-1

10.14

Chlorine

Methacrylamide

0.6

592-34-7

97-88-1

Carene

9 0.8

C8H18O

75-66-1

Camphene

9.1

C8H16O2

109-73-9

Carbon disulfide

67-68-5

C4H9N

C5H9ClO2

590-01-2

Butyrolactone, gamma-

7.12

68-12-2

C4H11N

Butyraldehyde

8.24

121-69-7

C7H14O2

Butylphenol, o-sec-

2.3

8.81

124-40-3

C8H14O2

Butylbenzene

~12

127-19-5

C2H7N C8H11N C3H7NO

Butyl propionate, nButylamine, n-

77-78-1

C2H6OS C4H9NO

Dimethylaniline, NN-

Dimethylamine

Butyl methacrylate

Butyl mercaptan, tert-

C2H6O4S

Dimethyl sulfoxide Dimethylacetamide N,N-

1.1

123-75-1

Sec-amyl acetate

Dimethyl sulfate

Pyrrolidine

0.7

10.17

Dimethylformamide

10.04

0.9

1.4

0.6

71-36-3

1.4

0.7

1.0

1.1

107-92-6

0.9

0.7

C4H10O

2.5

1.2

9.25 8.02

0.8

C4H8O2

1.3

1.6

10.36

0.5

Butanoic acid

0.8

74-99-7

Butanol, 1-

9.91

~9.6 10.22

75-55-8

Linalyl acetate

~9.8

75-56-9

Kerosene

9.75

C3H4

Jet Fuel JP-5

8.68

C3H7N

111-76-2

C3H6O

115-95-7

112-07-2

9.99

10 3.0

8008-20-6

NA NA

107-93-7

10.17

4.1

C12H20O2

9.8

8.63

C7H12O2

Propylene glycol ethyl ether acetate

1 1.5

5.5

8.56

Butyl acrylate

Propyleneimine

1 1.3

1.6

542-91-6

Propylene oxide

8.0

1 0.8

~10.2

108-46-3

2.4

8.72 9.72

503-74-2

120-80-9

4.0

75-31-0 590-86-3

C5H10O2

C4H12Si

0.9

2 1.1

C3H9N C5H10O

Isovaleric Acid

C6H6O2

98516-30-4

0.6

Isopropylamine Isovaleraldehyde

C6H6O2

1.1

C7H14O3

8.85

0.8

Diethylsilane

1.5

0.6

Dihydroxybenzene, 1,3-

1.8

0.5

1.4

Dihydroxybenzene, 1,2-

1.3

1.1

0.5

2.7

0.6

0.8

1.0

8.5 8.72

0.9

0.6

10.44 10.04

9.5

79-09-4

0.9

9.58

0.6

123-86-4

1.7

8.01

1.1

C4H6O2

1.4

8.58

1.5

C6H12O2

1.0 2.0

8.43

9.56

C8H16O3

9.73 9.95

9.96

9.07

C6H14O2

115-07-1 123-38-6

84-66-2

67-63-0

C3H6 C3H6O

103-65-1

Propylbenzene

1.0

107-10-8

Propylamine, n-

6.0

78-79-5

2.0

109-60-4

3.2

2.0

108-21-4

1.0

C9H12

1.1

0.8

C3H8O

0.5

1.8

9.65

C3H9N

0.5

9.86

C5H10O2

5.4

0.8

11.07

C3H6O2

9.86

C5H8

1.6

0.3

10.2

74-98-6 73311-40-7

C5H10O2

9.239

137-32-6

1.0

8.6

71-23-8

C3H8

Propyl acetate, n-

9.9

115-11-7 540-84-1

1.0

110-89-4 504-60-9

2.1

Propionic acid

110-19-0

C4H8 C8H18 C5H12O

1.0

2437-95-8

11.55

C3H5N

597-35-3

10.63

Butene, 1-

C3H8O

Propane

352-93-2

106-97-8

Butoxyethanol, 2-

C5H8

Propan-1-ol

C4H10S

431-03-8

Butenoic acid, 3-

Piperylene

0.1

C12H14O4

106-99-0

Buten-3-ol, 1-

C4H10O2S

C4H10

Butyl acetate

0.2

Diethyl sulfone

C4H6O2

Butoxyethylacetate, 2-

C6H12O2

0.4

Diethyl sulfide

Butanedione, 2,3-

Butane, n-

0.8

9.53

C3H7OBr

C4H6O2

0.9

75-28-5

Isobornyl acetate Isobutane

0.6

Butadiene diepoxide, 1,3-

0.8

125-12-2

0.7 NA

8.98

Bromopropane, 1-

C4H10

0.7 0.8

60-29-7

0.4

ZR 0.4

C10H16

C12H20O2

0.5

10.13

C4H10O

8.07 8.03

C5H11N

Propen-1-imine, 2-

0.5

Pinene, α-

8.81 7.76

1.5

Piperidine

1.5 0.4

108-86-1

C5H10O3

0.8

0.1

109-65-9

Diethyl carbonate

0.7

0.3

C6H5Br

Bromoethane

0.7

C4H9Br

9.73

1.4

9.04

9.31

0.4

9.96

108-99-6

9.25

0.7

7803-51-2

9.54

7.74

75-44-5

PH3

75-47-8

77-73-6

COCl2

74-88-4

68334-30-5

C6H7N

CHI3

95-13-6

Picoline, 3-

CH3I

120-72-9

1.1

4.5

Phosgene

Iodoform

7553-56-2

0.9

Phosphine

Iodomethane

0.9

~8.5

1.1

C9H8

8.51

122-99-6

C8H7N

108-95-2

Indole

NA NA

Iodine

93-92-5

Indene

7.0 2.0

0.9

1.0

70 ZR

0.7

2.1

0.7

9.5 ~10

0.7

1 0.7

9.78 ~10.5

8.85 10.35

79-21-0 685-63-2

0.6

10.87

123-54-6 109-66-0 6032-29-7

8032-32-4

9.89

0.6

11.32

78-87-5

C4F6

9.44

9.9

75-09-2

Bromobutane, 1-

598-31-2

11.05

75-35-4

CH2Cl2

C10H12

Hydrogen sulfide

111-27-3 592-41-6

11.05

C2H2Cl2

C3H6Cl2

Bromobenzene

Bromoethyl methyl ether, 2-

Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com

9.24378

ZR 4.7 0.7

1.6

0.7

0.6

71-43-2

1.4 0.6

NA 0.4

7.7

65-85-0

0.5 0.4

9.43

8.21

C6H6

2.7 0.4

9.8 ~9.8

111-66-0

9.49

C7H6O2

9.72

111-87-5

C8H16

62-53-3

Benzene

111-65-9

8.38

C8H18O

100-52-7

Benzoic acid

0.7

10102-43-9

100-66-3

information.

0.5

C6H7N

Hexamethyldisilazane, 1,1,1,3,3,3-.

0.8

C6H5NO2

C7H8O

4.2

0.8

91-20-3

C7H6O

1.2

0.5

10 eV

C10H8

Benzaldehyde

~11

0.9

Anisole

2.6

10.6 eV

Amyl alcohol

0.8

0.6

0.4

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11.7 eV

Zero Response

71-41-0

8.3

8.88

NA:

C5H12O

25013-15-4

7.95

110-91-8

ZR:

Aniline

CAS no. 96-54-8

64475-85-0 C4H9NO

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Smiths Interconnect Launches Lab-Flex T Series of Coaxial Cable Assemblies

FLEXIBLE CABLES WITH SUPERIOR PHASE PERFORMANCE FOR RADAR, SATELLITE AND TEST APPLICATIONS. Smiths Interconnect, a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products, announces today the release of its Lab-Flex® T Series of flexible coaxial cable assemblies. The T cable assemblies are mechanically robust and specifically designed to minimize phase change when subjected to a wide range of operational temperatures.

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