In the world of laser cutting, where precision is paramount, engineers rely on direct acting proportional regulators to achieve rapid system changes and maintain the quality of cuts. One area where proportional control is crucial is the gas assist system.
Hydrogen fuel technology has reached a stage where it is past the prototype phase, and the industry is now looking to scale up. The fuel cell market, for instance, is forecast to grow at a robust 45.3% compound annual growth rate between 2022 and 2029, with projections of a market value reaching $17.88 billion. However, the potential growth of the industry is not guaranteed. There is still much work to be done, including increasing fueling stations and reducing the cost of producing green hydrogen. To mitigate risks and help hydrogen technology mature, strong partnerships between innovators and automation experts are needed. Automation experts can help hydrogen OEMs and end-users scale up capacity to meet market demands, keep projects on time and in budget, monitor hydrogen application performance, and ensure safety in volatile environments. With the help of automation experts, the hydrogen market can scale up and make a significant contribution towards achieving ambitious climate goals.
Designing a fuel train system for a boiler, furnace, or oven requires careful consideration of various parameters. Flow is one of the key parameters that should be maximized to ensure optimal performance of the burner and prevent potential shutdowns due to low fuel pressure. However, poor flow in the fuel train can be a common issue, which can be addressed by selecting the right components.
Proportional regulators, also known as I to P or E to P valves, provide an easy and reliable way to convert a control signal to a pressure. They are essential in applications where precise pneumatic control is critical. While some proportional regulators are used straight out of the box with no configuration, others require tuning to perform in specific ways. This tuning process can seem daunting, leading to the reputation that these regulators are “more art than science.” However, for customers looking to customize the response of a product, field-tunable regulators are necessary. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of tuning proportional regulators and how DAS software streamlines the tuning process for the Sentronic series of regulators.
Smart pneumatics is a game-changer for industries looking to improve sustainability, safety, and maintenance in their processes. This technology utilizes compressed air as its primary power source and is powered by sensors that can detect pressure, temperature, and other variables in real-time. By using smart pneumatics, companies can optimize performance, reduce energy usage, and save on costs.
Clean-in-place (CIP) systems are a vital part of daily production in the food and beverage industry. They allow manufacturers to clean internal piping, tanks, and machines from one batch to the next to meet government regulations and ensure product quality and safety. However, CIP operations also represent a significant portion of a facility’s total utility costs and often involve manual process adjustments and manual data recording.
A whitepaper, Doubling Up On Safety, explores a two-solenoid safety methodology that lets you exercise your solenoid valve online—protecting your plant, improving uptime, and enabling you to better adhere to functional safety requirements.
A TESCOM ER5000 series whitepaper, How Electronic Pressure Control Works, highlights PID-based control in pneumatic-powered machinery applications in discrete and hybrid manufacturing operations
By having a clear purpose and making sure that it aligns with their employees’ values, they can attract and retain top talent. It’s a challenge, but if companies can make it happen, they’ll be in a much better position to keep their employees happy and engaged.
This quick 1:12 video, Hydrogen Generation for Fuel Cells, shows how TESCOM control pressure regulators provide consistent pressure and regulate the precise flow control of hydrogen to the fuel cell.
Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) offer a clean, carbon-neutral alternative to traditional gasoline vehicles, and have the potential for exponential growth in the transportation sector. However, there are several challenges that need to be addressed in order to scale up production, including supply-chain issues and difficulties obtaining chassis and components. In order to meet the increasing demand for FCEVs, manufacturers need to quickly expand their factories and improve procurement efficiency.
In recent years, there has been a lot of talk about digital transformation within the manufacturing industry. Many companies have been hesitant to invest in this type of transformation due to perceived cost and disruption concerns. However, it is recommended to focus on one problem at a time and then worry about scaling up. Doing so will help maintain sustainability goals and optimize energy costs.
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