In the chemical processing industry, OEMs rely on rupture disk devices for pressure relief and pressure release of gases and liquids. The challenge of time faces all product designers; how do we…
Manufacturers Solve Space, Power Challenges with PoE-Enabled Panel PCs
As industrial manufacturing facilities expand by retrofitting existing spaces, they often face a new challenge: overcrowding. In space-constrained environments, traditional computing setups with bulky hardware, excessive cabling, and external power requirements pose…
Maximize SAM Accuracy with the Right Components
Scanning Acoustic Microscopy (SAM) is essential for non-destructive internal inspection across industries like electronics, aerospace, and materials manufacturing. The key to maximizing SAM’s effectiveness lies in selecting and integrating three critical components:…
Oil and Gas Facilities: Protecting Critical Operations from the Disruptive Impacts of Lightning
Oil and gas facilities, including refineries, produced water / Saltwater Disposal (SWD) facilities, upstream/midstream operations, and petrochemical plants are among the most vulnerable to fires, explosions, and operational disruptions caused by direct…
Reservoir Risk Assessment: A Smarter Approach
Traditional reservoir management often reacts to problems instead of preventing them. The Reservoir Risk Assessment and Tracking System (RRATS) offers a proactive solution by measuring key indicators that drive eutrophication and harmful…
Composites Recycling: “Beast” Quickly Shreds Even Huge Wind Turbine Blades, High-Volume Loads to Manageable Chips
In composites recycling, one of the most challenging materials is having to shred giant composite fiberglass wind turbine blades. Such composite blades can be up to 80 feet long and weigh many…
Processing: The Transition to Electric Boilers
For EU and U.S. industry, process heating and steam production are significant sources of energy use. At many industrial sites, boilers can account for up to 60% of energy costs. Process heating…
Why Verified UT Testing Matters for Forged Components
In high-stakes industries, the structural integrity of forged components is non-negotiable. While some manufacturers label parts as “Capable of ASTM A388,” this only implies that a component could pass ultrasonic testing (UT)—not…
Outsourcing ATE: A Smarter Strategy
Developing Automated Test Equipment (ATE) in-house may seem like a cost-saving move, but it often drains engineering resources and delays innovation. ATE systems are crucial in industries like aerospace, defense, and EV…
Handling Chemical Wastewater Treatment Surprises with Automatic Scraper Strainers
For chemical processors, removing suspended solids from liquids is necessary to comply with regulations like the EPA’s Clean Water Act, which sets wastewater standards for industry and national water quality related to…