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IO-Link contrast sensors
The DK12-11-IO series contrast sensors detect differences in two colors of media with a three-color light source. » more
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Self-sculpting sand: Algorithms could help with micro robotics
New algorithms could enable heaps of ‘smart sand’ that can assume any shape, allowing spontaneous formation of new tools or duplication of broken mechanical parts. This may help with rapid... » more
Fluke offers new tools for vibration, energy analysis
Company unveils a series of new tools designed to deliver diagnostics for thermal imaging, thermometers, and vibration analysis at a lower price point at its press event in Everett, Wash., on April... » more
U.S. nuclear power update: A 2012 overture?
The first new operating license in 34 years was approved in early February 2012 by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for two reactors at Southern Nuclear Operating Co.’s Vogtle power plant... » more
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Solar farm generates heat, lights, knowledge
Schneider Electric invests $6.25 million in Tennessee site to advance solar power research. » more
System cabling strategy can deliver hidden profits
Cutting installation time can allow labor to be distributed to other resources. » more
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Product of the Year 2010 Winners
Plant Engineering announces Grand, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Award winners for products debuting in the 2010 calendar year. » more
Lift truck fleet management: 10 steps to stay on track
Lift truck fleet management is as much about the management as the vehicles in the fleet. Pat DeSutter, the director of fleet management at NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. offers 10 ways to get... » more
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Thermal protection quiz
A protection intelligence quotient (PIQ) on thermal protection has been released to test users' knowledge on the best practices in electrical safety. » more
A protection intelligence quotient (PIQ) on thermal protection has been released to test users' knowledge on the best practices in electrical safety. » more
IO-Link contrast sensorsThe DK12-11-IO series contrast sensors detect differences in two colors of media with a three-color light source. » more
PV inverter market achieves record for 2011
IMS Research reports that the PV inverter market exceeded 26 GW in shipments for the first time ever thanks to surging sales in Asia and the Americas, which made up for sluggish sales in Europe. » more
IMS Research reports that the PV inverter market exceeded 26 GW in shipments for the first time ever thanks to surging sales in Asia and the Americas, which made up for sluggish sales in Europe. » more
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Self-sculpting sand: Algorithms could help with micro roboticsNew algorithms could enable heaps of ‘smart sand’ that can assume any shape, allowing spontaneous formation of new tools or duplication of broken mechanical parts. This may help with rapid... » more
Fluke offers new tools for vibration, energy analysisCompany unveils a series of new tools designed to deliver diagnostics for thermal imaging, thermometers, and vibration analysis at a lower price point at its press event in Everett, Wash., on April... » more
U.S. nuclear power update: A 2012 overture?The first new operating license in 34 years was approved in early February 2012 by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for two reactors at Southern Nuclear Operating Co.’s Vogtle power plant... » more
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Solar farm generates heat, lights, knowledgeSchneider Electric invests $6.25 million in Tennessee site to advance solar power research. » more
System cabling strategy can deliver hidden profitsCutting installation time can allow labor to be distributed to other resources. » more
Don’t generate energy before you generate a plan
The matter of generating energy is well-engineered and well-understood. How we use energy, and how much of it we use, on the other hand, is still mostly a mystery for most end users. » more
The matter of generating energy is well-engineered and well-understood. How we use energy, and how much of it we use, on the other hand, is still mostly a mystery for most end users. » more
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Product of the Year 2010 WinnersPlant Engineering announces Grand, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Award winners for products debuting in the 2010 calendar year. » more
Define and celebrate the role of a RCA Site Champion
An effective Root Cause Analysis program is only as good as the people leading the effort » more
An effective Root Cause Analysis program is only as good as the people leading the effort » more
Lift truck fleet management: 10 steps to stay on trackLift truck fleet management is as much about the management as the vehicles in the fleet. Pat DeSutter, the director of fleet management at NACCO Materials Handling Group, Inc. offers 10 ways to get... » more
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