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Hydraulics and Pneumatics
SMC changeover to AC-D Series
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
The latest mainline filtration range from SMC Corporation, the AC-D series, will now officially be front and centre following the announcement of the formal phase out of its predecessor the AC-A an
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General
Mangere East mechanical apprentice claims double victory
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
Mechanical apprentice Mike Vitale is on cloud nine after taking out not just one, but two top accolades at New Zealand Steel’s annual NZ & Pacific Islands awards night last month.
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Equipment
The economic benefits of investing in high-quality bearings
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
The cost of unplanned downtime is staggering, with global estimates suggesting unplanned downtime
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Robotics
On the fast track: mobile robots from igus reduce costs for SMEs
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
Mobile robotic systems are being used in more and more work areas, from e-commerce warehouses to modern restaurants. However, widespread use is often unaffordable for small and medium-sized companies...
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Electrical Technology
UL2237/CSA Certification for M23 Hybrid Connectors!
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
HUMMEL are now offer the M23 hybrid connectors as the first of their kind to receive the coveted UL2237/CSA certification.
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Automation
Remote monitoring CP systems in mining
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
Cathodic protection (CP) systems are widely used in mining operations, protecting anything from conveyor systems to settling tanks and, even, large wharf structures from corrosion.
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Motors & Drives
Nord releases new Nordcon software version for Windows
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
Nord Drivesystems has released a new Windows version of its parameterisation software.
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Energy Efficiency
Heat exchanger solutions for five challenging foodstuffs
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
Thermal treatments using heat exchangers, such as pasteurisation, heating and cooling, feature in the manufacture of multiple food and drink products. In this article we look at five of the most...
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Equipment
Gates introduces Clean Master Plus pressure wash hose
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
Gates Australia announces the launch of the Clean Master Plus hose platform, the newest addition to Gates’ industrial hose lineup, built for high pressure applications in demanding industrial envir
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Robotics
Smart Machine set to take autonomous agricultural robots from Marlborough to the world
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
A Marlborough-based startup that has built the world’s most functionally capable autonomous tractor for the agricultural industry is about to go global after partnering with a US multinational corp
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Automation
Enhancing broadcast reliability with advanced remote telemetry systems
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
In the competitive world of commercial radio broadcasting, maintaining uninterrupted service is crucial.
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Energy Efficiency
Lanxess launches environmentally sustainable refrigeration lubricant
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
Specialty chemicals company Lanxess is now offering its innovative synthetic ester lubricant Everest ESR 220 for use in HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and refrigeration systems us
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Manufacturing
Innovations in cutting tools for composite materials
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
Composite materials have emerged as game-changers across multiple industries, revolutionising manufacturing with their lightweight, high-strength properties.
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Automation
element14 Community and NXP Launch Smart Spaces Building Automation Challenge
Tuesday, 07 January 2025
Have the freedom to automate your space using FRDM boards from NXP
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General
New study to boost industry employment of disabled Kiwis
Tuesday, 17 December 2024
Thousands of disabled workers are set to help fill a growing skills shortage in New Zealand industries, following the release of new research.
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