In data centres, direct-to-chip liquid cooling relies on fast-acting valves to regulate coolant flow and protect servers from overheating. Yet across server racks operating 24/7, the cumulative energy demand of continuously energised solenoid valves presents cost and sustainability challenges. However, Kick & Drop coil technology offers a solution to this inefficiency by using a high-power ‘kick’ to actuate the valve, followed by a low-energy ‘drop’ to hold position. The design can reduce energy consumption by up to 80%.
Kidde Global Solutions has announced the launch of MiniLaser, a compact, high-performance Aspirating Smoke Detector (ASD) designed to bring very early warning fire detection to mid-size applications where space and budget matter.
When it comes to automation systems, complexity tends to grow faster than performance. Each new generation of machines promises higher precision, greater flexibility, and faster commissioning – but the reality is that these ambitions often translate into more wiring, more configuration, and more integration headaches.
Modern vehicles are evolving at a rapid pace. Stricter emissions legislation, advances in materials, and the growing integration of electronic systems are transforming the way cars are designed, built, and maintained. For drivers, this often translates into cleaner, quieter, and more efficient vehicles.
RADFORD, VA., April 16, 2026 — Kollmorgen Corporation, a global leader in motion control and automation solutions, has expanded the application range of its Kollmorgen Essentials™ Servo Drive (KED) to include hygienic and washdown environments. Kollmorgen Essentials Drive was designed with simplicity and flexibility in mind for fast commissioning and reliable performance at a value-driven price.
Cerafiltec, a global leader in ceramic ultrafiltration membrane technology, has strengthened its collaboration with HopeGood Taiwan to advance high-performance filtration solutions for the semiconductor industry in Taiwan, one of the world’s most important semiconductor manufacturing hubs.
Spelsberg UK has appointed Michael White as the company’s new Industry Manager who will partner with stakeholders across key sectors to advise on industrial enclosure selection. Michael brings over 20 years’ experience to the role and will support Spelsberg’s full-scale range of engineering services offered to industrial projects that extend to enclosure customisation and bespoke design.
Kollmorgen has released a new servo motor for use in hazardous locations including ATEX and IECEX certifications for Zones 2 and 22. Distributed in the UK by INMOCO, the new Kollmorgen AKME Series servo motors are based on the proven performance of Kollmorgen’s existing AKM servo motors.
Flow control specialist Bürkert has released a new pressure-relief valve that protects sensitive components in fluidic systems against high pressure peaks, and also provides media separation for use with aggressive or sensitive liquids.
Water is one of the most crucial resources in food processing and manufacturing. From ingredient blending and product washing to steam generation and clean-in-place (CIP) systems, consistent water quality underpins both product safety and brand reputation.
Sulzer ha inaugurado su nuevo centro de servicio en Cornellà de Llobregat (Barcelona), unas instalaciones que integran todas las capacidades tecnológicas de la compañía en Cataluña para el tratamiento de aguas municipales, la gestión de efluentes industriales y el alquiler de equipos especializados.
Sulzer ha inaugurat el seu nou centre de servei a Cornellà de Llobregat, una instal·lació que integra totes les capacitats tecnològiques de la companyia a Catalunya per al tractament d’aigües municipals, la gestió d’efluents industrials i el lloguer d’equips especialitzats.
Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. has made a key addition to its executive lineup with the appointment of Álvaro Grande, who will be joining the team in the US as Head of Services. The appointment is part of the expansion of the service division to broaden maintenance support infrastructure for compressor operators.
As UK data centre capacity continues to expand, ensuring electrical resilience under fire conditions is an important design priority. Fire protection enclosures play a vital role in maintaining circuit integrity in the event of a fire, helping facilities sustain safe operation and supporting a controlled shutdown during an incident, as well as assisting safe evacuation and fire suppression.