1. Definition of Ductility Ductility is a fundamental mechanical property that describes how much a material can stretch, bend, or deform plastically under tensile (pulling) stress before it fractures. Materials with high ductility can undergo significant permanent deformation, such as being drawn into wire or bent repeatedly, without breaking, unlike brittle materials ...
Promoting Administrative Collaboration with Regional Financial Institutions - Strengthening collaboration in non-competitive areas - As one of the measures for cooperation with regional financial institutions, Japan Post Bank is promoting the sharing of administrative work, which is a non-competitive area for financial institutions. As a first step, Japan Post Bank and ...
With its new quick connector for filling H2 tanks, WEH introduces a revolutionary connection technology to the hydrogen sector – simple, safe, and proven in real-world applications. Time pressure and safety requirements in hydrogen logistics Hydrogen as an energy carrier is becoming increasingly important – especially in power generation (electrolysis, steam reforming...
In the global industries of mining, sand and aggregate production, infrastructure construction, and solid waste recycling, the jaw crusher, as core primary crushing equipment, directly determines production line efficiency, operating costs, and return on investment. For global buyers, a primary crusher supplier with both competitive prices and stable, reliable quality is...
Integrated Centralized Administrative Infrastructure Solution The Shikoku Bank has consolidated the business processing of bills, received documents, and tax and public money, which was distributed within the office center and individually performed by each department, into a common image platform centered on the high-speed large scanner ImageValue. The centralized syst...
In fast-moving financial markets, timing is everything. Traders monitoring futures such as gold, silver, crude oil, and major global stock index futures often rely on smartphones or multiple screens to track price movements. However, constantly checking mobile devices can be inefficient and distracting. To address this challenge, we have developed a dedicated desktop di...
Adopting a Package to Improve the Efficiency of Filing Operations in Seven Months The Saikyo Bank, a regional bank headquartered in Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, has been actively improving operational efficiency by transitioning its core systems to the cloud and by offering a passbook-free account which eliminates the need to issue paper passbooks. To strengthen i...
Improving the Efficiency of Administrative Work (Tax and Public Finance Operations) with Image Solutions Founded in 1878, Hiroshima Bank has 167 branches in Japan and is the largest regional bank in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions, with deposits of over 6 trillion yen and loans of over 5 trillion yen. In March 2015, the bank announced its strategy for improving business...
Maintenance BPO Using Image Workflow and AI Primagest introduced a BPO scheme utilizing IWF (Image Workflow) for Nippon Life Insurance in January 2018 to address the issues of improving efficiency and productivity of maintenance work (paper-based procedures), identifying appropriate personnel assignments, and building a system that is resilient to natural disasters. By ...
Climate issues aren’t new. They represent a high-priority challenge that requires companies to take concrete action. MECATHERM takes a systemic approach to climate issues by implementing solutions from the design stage of new equipment to the continuous improvement of existing installations. This approach reflects a strong commitment to developing solutions that allow ou...
Fulcrum Robotics, an Australian systems integrator specializing in robotic inspection and cleaning of water infrastructure, has partnered with Weda to prototype an advanced robotic cleaning unit tailored for local reservoir environments. Serving utilities, municipal councils, and industrial operators, Fulcrum focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and repeatable cleaning...
G Zero CNC, a complete precision machining company based in Nampa, Idaho, expanded its production of advanced parts with the addition of a HERMLE C 250. The investment supports the company’s growing work in aerospace, medical, firearms, and space industries. Founded nearly 20 years ago by President David Hannah, G Zero CNC grew from a two-machine operation into a thrivi...
Textile recycling Innovative technologies in the production of recyclable textiles Every day, large amounts of damaged recyclable textiles and other materials are discarded worldwide, contributing to pollution either because of their long decomposition time or because they release harmful chemicals. This waste stream includes pre-consumer textile waste —factory offcuts ...
Glass recycling How recycling glassware benefits the environment Is glass the same as crystal? They are very different materials, although not everyone knows it. In fact, many people still throw light bulbs, broken glasses or perfume bottles into the glass container, which leads to errors in glass recycling. Understanding how to dispose of glassware or how to dispose o...
Glass recycling How recycling glassware benefits the environment Is glass the same as crystal? They are very different materials, although not everyone knows it. In fact, many people still throw light bulbs, broken glasses or perfume bottles into the glass container, which leads to errors in glass recycling. Understanding how to dispose of glassware or how to dispose of ...
Plastics recycling The role of plastic recycling companies in reducing ocean pollution Understanding the problem: What is ocean pollution and why it matters Oceans are essential for life on Earth and play a vital role in regulating the global climate. Almost one million known species inhabit them. Oceanic phytoplankton, the foundation of the marine food chain, performs p...
The handling systemHS flex hybrid is helping us take HS flex to the next level of performance for the economic manufacture of components weighing up 450 kg. The system transports both pallets and vices from the setup station to the storage modules or the working area. The following components have all been specially configured for the HS flex hybrid – storage modules, se...
1. Defect Detection of Semiconductor Materials Common semiconductor materials include silicon, germanium, gallium arsenide, etc., among which silicon is the most widely used. Leveraging the ability of the Keen B615 uncooled short-wave infrared module component to penetrate semiconductor materials, short-wave infrared (0.9–1.7 μm) has become the optimal choice for quality...
Promoting Paperless Offices by Introducing an Image Filing System Nanto Bank has adopted a "Vitality Creation Plan" as part of its mid-term management plan, and is working to improve business productivity and BPR throughout the bank. The restructuring of the document management system is intended to reduce the administrative burden and increase competitiveness by redire...
Plastics recycling How plastic bottle recycling works: process and outcomes Every day we buy products in plastic bottles and jars. We consume drinks, shampoos, window cleaners and juices in bottles, while detergents and fabric softeners are sold in plastic jugs with handles. We use so many bottles and jars that we urgently need to increase the recycling rate of plastic b...
Other materials recycling Challenges and solutions in the polystyrene recycling industry From solving waste collection issues to implementing emerging technologies, the recycling industry is facing interesting challenges in tackling polystyrene (PS) recovery. Innovative solutions are essential for an industry committed to driving the circular economy. What is polystyren...
Glass recycling Innovative Uses for Reuse and glass bottle recycling The glass bottle recycling and reuse is booming. In the United States and Europe, crushed and polished glass is already being used to pave walkways. When the sun shines on them, they appear to be covered with shiny little gems. They call it glassphalt and it turns a walk into an extraordinary experience...
With the accelerated pace of urban renewal, renovation waste has emerged as a rapidly growing and complex category of urban solid waste. It comprises both inert materials such as bricks, stones, wood, and metals, as well as adhesives, paints, plastics, and various hazardous wastes, posing higher requirements for sorting and resource utilization. To address this challenge...
Deburring, edge breaking and surface polishing. What may sound like ‘trifles’ individually add up to real cost factors in series production (personnel, throughput time, quality risk, etc.). With the RV 420-SL Circular Trough Vibrator, you can tackle this problem head-on and automate deburring, polishing and surface finishing in a closed system for small and large serie...
In the high-precision world of mechanical engineering and tool reconditioning, every detail matters. For Fraisa GmbH, a leading provider in the field of cutting tools, defined edges and absolute process reliability are critical to success. To further secure their already established quality standards while simultaneously increasing efficiency and the level of automation,...
Update of our prefabricated remote containment pit brochure DEPOSIT®-MV SANERGRID for the retention and management of dielectric oils from oil-immersed transformers in electrical substations. The DEPOSIT®-MV is designed to: receive and contain 100% of the oil volume of the largest transformer, ensure gravity-based water/oil separation, manage rainwater and firefighting w...
In many countries around the world, construction waste disposal has long been a headache—high landfill costs and strict environmental regulations trouble construction companies and contractors. In China, however, Shanghai Dongmeng’s tracked mobile crushers are changing the game. They can “eat up” waste concrete and bricks, and directly “produce” reusable aggregates, rea...
Jena, September 1, 2025 – With the kick-off of the “MikroGraph” research project, a new Thuringian research consortium is starting work. The aim is to improve the continuous monitoring of micropollutants in wastewater in accordance with the new EU Municipal Waste Water Directive. To this end, Analytik Jena is working with the other partners in the network to develop a no...
1. Definition and Importance of Molds Molds are precision tools used in manufacturing to shape raw material into specified parts. They are essential for mass production in processes such as injection molding, die casting, and stamping. A well-designed mold determines the quality, consistency, and production efficiency of the final product. 2. Key Components of a Mold ...
Hazardous Area Communication Solutions In oil and gas operations, reliable communication is essential for safety, emergency response, and production continuity. From offshore platforms and refineries to LNG terminals and petrochemical plants, hazardous environments require certified explosion-proof telephones for oil & gas applications. J&R provides industrial-grade ATEX...
As someone who’s worked with superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) in field repairs for years, I’m often asked: can you really stop a pond or dam leak without draining it? The short answer is yes—if you use the right granular or powder polymer and apply it correctly on calm water. Here’s a practical, field-tested guide. What is a polymer dam and pond sealant? It’s a granular o...
1. Overview of Milling Operations Milling is one of the most widely used machining processes in modern manufacturing. By rotating a multi-point cutting tool against a stationary workpiece, milling enables precise material removal to create complex shapes, slots, contours, and surfaces. Understanding the different types of milling operations helps engineers and procurem...
In REMdevice we strongly believe in distribution partnerships because it’s the best way to respond and serve specific customer needs in each country. We based our business relationship on strong values like: transparence, business and human ethics, respect and continuous improvement. In Slovenia we are represented by KTI elektronika d.o.o. and we are building day by day...
Solar energy is now widely used as renewable power, with numerous distributed plants in operation. Effective monitoring and management—including real-time monitoring, fault diagnosis, power prediction, and control systems—are crucial. However, wired solutions are impractical in remote locations. WLINK 4G/3G routers provide an ideal alternative, delivering stable, real-ti...
Products that combine advanced technology with tailor-made customization, ensuring consistent results and superior quality in the final product. Why Choose SIABS Gas Burners? Gas burners for professional ovens represent the core of industrial ovens used for the production of bread, pizza, and other food products. Thanks to their ability to modulate thermal power and ad...
Acoustic quality control is used to inspect heat shields for quality and production defects. This takes advantage of the property of a test object to be set into vibration when excited externally, with the resulting resonance frequencies evaluated using an air sound sensor. The excitation of the test object is carried out via magnetic stimulation using the dsound® USE01 ...
