Touchscreen HMIs ready for advanced data collection Software developer Maple Systems offers three new human machine interfaces (HMIs) models with thin film transistor touchscreen displays designed for efficient graphic animation and heavy data processing. Housed in a corrosion-resistant aluminum case, the HMIs connect to PLCs, drives, and motion controllers through two serial ports, a USB…
Replacing mechanical fasteners in windpower applications
The wind industry uses adhesives most often in the construction of turbine blades.
Composites One and 3M Renewable Energy Division Form Alliance
Arlington Heights, IL – Composites One announced that it has formed an important alliance with the 3M’s Renewable Energy Division. This agreement will allow Composites One and 3M to continue to penetrate the emerging wind energy industry with products geared specifically toward wind turbine manufacturers. It will also further enhance the partnership Composites One already…
3M and rope partner launch study on effects of turbine blade erosion on output
3M and Rope Partner have teamed up to conduct an in-field study on the effects of leading edge wind turbine blade damage. The yearlong study aims to measure the reduction in overall wind turbine output due to leading edge erosion. As turbine blades rotate, reaching speeds of 180 miles per hour at the tips, they…
Alliance lets team develop products for wind industry
Composites One says it has formed an alliance with the 3M’s Renewable Energy Division that will let both companies continue penetrating the emerging wind-energy industry with products geared toward wind-turbine manufacturers. 3M Renewable Energy in Booth 7004 will offer to the market a mix of sophisticated products, including a variety of tapes, adhesives, and fillers…