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High-precision electric actuators help keep trains running smoothly

High-precision electric actuators help keep trains running smoothly

At the end of 2022, China had more than 155,000km of operational railways, mostly composed of 25m rail segments welded end to end. Unless these connections and the rails themselves are perfectly smooth, the rails could wear prematurely, affecting the comfort of the ride, impacting safety, and increasing maintenance costs. 

Planet-friendly cups made the eco electric way

Planet-friendly cups made the eco electric way

Drinkware manufacturer First Editions has launched a novel new lightweight reusable coffee cup concept, named FOAMO. Designed, engineered and manufactured entirely in the UK on two dedicated Sumitomo (SHI) Demag IntElect2 machines, the moulding cells are powered solely by electricity generated from an on-site biomass plant.

Sustainable packaging strides towards a greener future

Sustainable packaging strides towards a greener future

Andy Turner, Operations Director at SEW-EURODRIVE UK, explores how manufacturers can lead the way in sustainability, by simply switching up their packaging.

Customised connector system developed for high currents

Customised connector system developed for high currents

Customised connectors are the ideal solution when standard parts make the end product unnecessarily complex or expensive. A new development ensures safe heat dissipation at high currents.

Designing for extremes: Pressure measurement in high-temperature artificial lift

Designing for extremes: Pressure measurement in high-temperature artificial lift

Artificial lift is essential once natural reservoir pressure declines and gravity can no longer drive hydrocarbons to the surface. Techniques such as steam-assisted gravity drainage, chemical injection, and submersible pumps are widely used to extend well life. These methods, however, introduce some of the harshest conditions encountered in the oil and gas sector, placing enormous demands on sensing technology.

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