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Acculogic to Hold Open House in Orlando, FL

Acculogic Inc. hosts an open house on October 5-6, 2016, showcasing advanced circuit board test solutions for automotive, aerospace, and defense industries.

30 Sep 2016

Scientists Develop World’s First 3D Print Excavator

Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s recent innovation in the field of additive manufacturing is focused on heavy construction machinery. The researchers at ORNL are collaborating with university students and industry partners to design and develop the first-ever 3D printed excavator, a prototype, which will control large-scale AM technologies and will explore the viability of printing using metal alloys.

29 Sep 2016

Researchers Working to Build New Steel for Better Electric Motors

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) aims to make plug-in electric vehicles as economical and convenient as the internal-combustion vehicles currently in use. However, this goal is yet to be achieved.

29 Sep 2016

ASTM International Hires Director of Additive Manufacturing Programs

ASTM International appoints Dr. Mohsen Seifi as director of additive manufacturing programs to enhance standards development in the rapidly evolving AM field.

29 Sep 2016

Polyimide – High Performance Without the Weight of Metals

High-performance polyimide can serve as a valuable alternative to metals in demanding applications where weight reduction is also needed. Well-suited for use throughout diverse industries, this lightweight polymer is stable across a broad temperature range (-270°C to 300°C) and offers other outstanding characteristics:

From Goodfellow 29 Sep 2016

Morgan Advanced Materials Quadruples Capacity for Industry Leading Co-Fired Actuator Product Line

Morgan Advanced Materials, a global leader in specially engineered materials, has quadrupled its capacity for the production of co-fired multilayer piezoelectric components (PCMAs) as it prepares to take advantage of attractive projected market growth.

From Morgan Advanced Materials 29 Sep 2016

Solar Atmospheres Greenville, SC Facility Is Now Nadcap Approved for Low Pressure Vacuum Carburizing

Solar Atmospheres Southeast has successfully completed its first round of surveillance audits for maintaining its AS9100 and Nadcap accreditations.

From Solar Atmospheres 28 Sep 2016

Picosun Patents ALD Nanolaminate to Prevent Electronics from Overheating

Picosun's innovative ALD nanolaminate technology addresses overheating in electronics, improving device reliability and lifespan with efficient heat management.

From Picosun Oy 28 Sep 2016

Microstructural Defects Improve Cadmium Telluride Solar Cell Conductivity

Scientists studying cadmium telluride-based solar cells, which are a promising substitute for silicon-based cells, have found that microscopic "fault lines" present within and between the material’s crystals function as conductive pathways that enable the flow of electric current.

28 Sep 2016

FerroCheck Portable Magnetometer From Spectro Scientific Provides Fast, Simple Measurements of Ferrous Wear Particles in Lubricants

The FerroCheck portable magnetometer from Spectro Scientific provides accuracy and convenience in measurement of total ferrous wear particulates in lubricating fluids.

From AMETEK Spectro Scientific 28 Sep 2016

Extend Equipment Performance with 360° Service

When it comes to spare parts, there’s no matching the genuine quality you gain from using Alfa Laval genuine parts, designed and manufactured for durability, reliability, productivity, less environmental impact and long life.

28 Sep 2016

Dr Barbara Armbruster Promoted to Worldwide Sales and Marketing Director for XEI Scientific

XEI Scientific promotes Dr. Barbara Armbruster to Worldwide Sales and Marketing Director, enhancing Evactron® plasma de-contaminator sales in global markets.

From XEI Scientific 28 Sep 2016

Oxford Instruments Systems Now Facilitate Water Purification Technology

As key providers of leading edge process technology equipment for HBLED manufacture, Oxford Instruments has been a major part of the HBLED industry since its very beginning.

From Oxford Instruments 28 Sep 2016

Xylem’s YSI Offering New Handheld DO Meter for Wastewater Applications

YSI, a Xylem brand, is launching the Pro20i handheld DO meter at WEFTEC 2016 in New Orleans, as part of their portable and lab equipment offering to the wastewater market.

27 Sep 2016

Xylem’s YSI Launches New Portable Samplers for Wastewater Applications

YSI, a Xylem brand, is expanding their process monitoring and control equipment offering to the wastewater market. The YSI ProSample Series of fully automated portable samplers are lightweight and easy-to-use, and provide a unique combination of design and technology.

From Xylem Analytics 27 Sep 2016