No Motor, No Problem: Ultrathin Polymer Film Enables Next-Gen Vacuum Pump Innovation

What if you could generate vacuum pressure without a motor, compressed air, or lubricants? Researchers at **Saarland University **(Germany) are making that vision a reality—with an ultrathin polymer film that could redefine how we think about fluid power and actuation. Showcased at Hannover Messe 2026 (Hall 11, Stand D41), this breakthrough prototype isn’t just a […]

Gentle Power, Longer Life: How AUMA Variable Speed Actuators Extend Penstock Lifespan at London’s Beckton STW

✨ Ensures consistent lubrication without manual intervention✨ Reduces friction-induced wear across the entire drive train✨ Extends service intervals and lowers lifecycle costs 📡 Control Flexibility: Today’s Needs, Tomorrow’s Upgrades The installed actuators feature: • Standard parallel control with 24 V DC commands• 4–20 mA position feedback for seamless SCADA integration• Profibus interface (pre-wired, ready for […]

Pumping Off-Grid with Battery Packs: Tsurumi Introduces New Options for Dewatering and Sewage

Tsurumi has introduced an innovative solution for off-grid pumping applications by combining its pump technology with portable battery power systems. The new approach allows dewatering and sewage pumps to operate in locations where access to electricity is limited or unavailable. The system integrates Tsurumi pumps with Instagrid battery packs, creating a mobile and flexible setup […]