Energy efficient switchboard cooling now available Promising to reduce energy consumption by 43%, Pfannenberg’s second generation of E-Cool air conditioners features unrivalled efficiency and performance in its class. It utilises the latest generation of intelligent electronics and components, lowering running and operating costs. All water collected is evaporated meaning there is no extra assembly or device needed to remove water.
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Exoskeleton rig makes factory workers 10 times stronger This exoskeleton prototype designed specifically for industrial work make objects feel up to 10 times lighter. The exo enhances the capabilities of three parts of the human body: arms, back and legs. Researchers say the arm modules make a 10kg car seat feel like 1kg; the back modules protect the spine from slipped discs and twists when lifting heavy items; the leg modules prevent workers from exerting extra energy when squatting, forming a “seat” with stiff stabilizers worn along the inner thighs. Seven European nations and engineers from 12 research facilities have been involved since 2013. Pinpointing moments of particular exertion on the body has helped build this. The ultimate goal is creating a manufacturable prototype. As long as
we can get used to the idea of looking like Iron Man, exoskeletons could give us Iron Man-like strength in the not-too-distant future.
Bacteria killing light Perhaps the fastest way to sterilize anything is to make use of ultraviolet light. However, it is harmful to humans. Indigo Clean have developed a UV light that can sterilize a room without having to leave it. The LEDS can be installed as normal but uses a wavelength of 405nM. Its slightly blue hue kills off bacteria from the air and from any surface exposed.
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Efficient redundancy through MOSFET technology The space-saving DIN rail MOSFET redundancy modules from PULS are available for N+1 and 1+1 redundant systems. Available output voltages include 12–18V for 2x20A and 2x40A redundancy and 24-56V for 2x20A redundancy. It offers amazing energy efficiency with only 1.7W no-load losses and very low voltage drop between input and output for 1+1 redundancy operation. The YR40.245 module adds a Hot-Swappable connector which enables the power supply or redundancy module to be exchanged even during operation.
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Exclusive discount on GE-IP’s new RX3i controller To celebrate the release of the new CPE330 PAC controller, our friends at GE-IP are offering our readers an extra 10% off if purchased before December 31 2015. Easily migratable for users of the 90-30 controller, the CPE330 is their latest iteration for the RX3i series. See page 10 for our in-depth review.