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How can specialized polymer membranes be used for filtration?

A membrane is a thin material that allows some substances through while keeping others out. But with precision engineering, membranes can be configured to achieve precise filtration outcomes which are essential in industries ranging from food &...

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Plasma Surface Modification: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?

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Plasma Surface Modification: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?

What are plasma surface treatments and how can they help materials and components perform their best in demanding applications? By altering the...

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Surface Energy Of Plastics

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Surface Energy of Plastics

Surface energy in plastics quantifies the disruption of intermolecular bonds in the material. A higher value indicates a stronger affinity between...

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Pulp and Paper Industry History: From Papyrus to Recycled Materials

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Pulp and Paper Industry History: From Papyrus to Recycled Materials

Today, the pulp and paper industry is conducting a historic pivot toward packaging materials, as the digital evolution of work and home life...

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Pulp and Paper Industry Overview: Processes and Equipment

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Pulp and Paper Industry Overview: Processes and Equipment

Intensive processing is required to turn wood fibers into graphic paper, cardboard, packaging, and a variety of other paper-based products. This blog...

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3 Key Trends In The Pulp And Paper Industry

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3 Key Trends in the Pulp and Paper Industry

The pulp and paper industry’s market is changing, but it remains robust: “If you thought the paper industry was going to disappear, think again....

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Oil and Gas Industry: Key Historical Developments

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Oil and Gas Industry: Key Historical Developments

While it has ancient roots, the oil and gas industry has grown exponentially as an integral part of the industrial revolution. In a span of less than...

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Oil and Gas Industry Outlook and Trends

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Oil and Gas Industry Outlook and Trends

The oil and gas industry is a key driver of the global economy. It’s also at a long-term strategic crossroads. In this blog, we take a look at...

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Oil and Gas Industry Overview

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Oil and Gas Industry Overview

The oil and gas industry is one of the largest on the planet. It’s also one of the most crucial for overall economic performance: energy and fuel...

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History of Agriculture Equipment: Important Developments and Examples

The agriculture industry has a mission to keep the world fed. From hybridizing plants and animals to engineering new arable lands using irrigation...

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Three Important Trends for Agriculture and Agriculture Equipment

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Three Important Trends for Agriculture and Agriculture Equipment

Agriculture is the oldest industry in human history but remains defined by changing practices, technological innovations, and a never-ending quest...

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Agriculture: An Industry Overview

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Agriculture: An Industry Overview

The agriculture industry includes everything from small local farmers growing organic produce to massive grain and livestock operations producing...

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Rail Transportation: An Equipment Overview

In this article, we take a look at some key types of locomotive, rail car, and maintenance of way equipment. Rail Locomotives The locomotive (or...

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