Three ways that silicones improve solar panel reliability
In 2025, solar power surged in Europe, with the European Commission (EC) calling it a “shining star of Europe’s clean…
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Miranda Mclaren
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Nuclear power safety challenges: The role of silicones in extreme environments
Nuclear power solves several pressing environmental challenges, providing a reliable, low-carbon energy source with high output, low operating costs, and…
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Why a better approach to wind turbine manufacturing is needed
Across the past two decades, wind power has become one of the key pillars of the energy transition, accounting for…
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Time for an upgrade: The ROI of advanced polymer labyrinth seals in compressor applications
A long history of use has solidified aluminium’s status as the dominant material for manufacturing labyrinth seals – a type…
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Optimising centrifugal compressor technology for O&G operations: Improved seals for improved efficiency
Centrifugal compressors operate by accelerating gases through an impeller and converting kinetic energy into pressure. Their applications span natural gas…
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Hidden Leaks, Hidden Costs: How to Detect Leaks and Save Money
In industrial manufacturing, energy efficiency is a critical factor for reducing operational costs and enhancing sustainability. By optimizing production processes…
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Digital pressure gauges for vacuum technology: Answering the important questions
Vacuum technology is used in a wide range of industries, and proper use depends on accurate measurement devices, or gauges.…
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How to choose the right leak test for fuel cell production
As the need for clean energy rises, the emerging technology behind hydrogen fuel cells becomes ever more important to the…
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Vacuum heat treatment: How to detect and locate leaks in the furnace
Heat treatment is a common procedure used across multiple industries, for example with the purpose of hardening metals. However, when…
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Nuclear fusion challenges: Low pressure, high temperature, and the electromagnetic field
While there are still many unknowns in nuclear fusion science, the fundamental conditions required to unite two light atomic nuclei…