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On-site oxygen generator cuts carbon footprint of veterinary centre

02/02/2029

Replacing bottled oxygen with an on-site oxygen generator has delivered significant environmental, cost and safety benefits for a leading animal hospital and veterinary centre.

How to ensure precision measurements when evaluating electric motor and drive efficiency

02/02/2029

Electric motors consume around 45 percent of electrical energy worldwide, a statistic set to increase rapidly with the ramp-up of electric vehicle (EV) sales. Measuring and verifying the efficiency of both motors and inverters (motor drives) is therefore an increasingly critical task. However, to detect small changes in efficiency, it is advisable to take advantage of a high-precision power analyser.

WEG: The journey from local electric motor manufacturer to global industrial player

02/02/2029

Over the decades, WEG has expanded its operations internationally, beginning with exports in the 1970s. Today, it operates in 37 countries and produces millions of motors and transformers annually. Here, the company talks us through its new WEG Industrial Park in Portugal, and its ongoing efforts in innovation and sustainability within the industrial landscape.

Why energy efficiency is the ‘first fuel’ to power manufacturing’s future

02/02/2029

The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights energy efficiency as the "first fuel" in the transition to clean energy, offering one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to lower carbon emissions. However, as global energy costs continue to rise and sustainability pressures intensify, the manufacturing sector faces a critical challenge: how to remain competitive while reducing its environmental impact.

Harnessing the power of rapid prototyping and simulation

02/02/2029

Developing a prototype is an essential phase in product design, as mistakes identified late in the process can multiply in complexity and cost. Rapid prototyping addresses this by allowing businesses to ‘fail fast’ and solve challenges early. As a result, companies can bring higher-quality products to market more quickly. This article explores the importance of rapid prototyping and how simulation tools enhance this process, showing a real-world example from the healthcare industry.

Latest Features from DPA

On-site oxygen generator cuts carbon footprint of veterinary centre

How to ensure precision measurements when evaluating electric motor and drive efficiency

WEG: The journey from local electric motor manufacturer to global industrial player

Why energy efficiency is the ‘first fuel’ to power manufacturing’s future

Harnessing the power of rapid prototyping and simulation