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23/06/2017
- MACOR® Machining China Delivers Comprehensive Carbon Brush Solution for the Nuclear Industry
As China’s reliance on nuclear energy to sustain its growing population continues to rise, MACOR® Machining China has pioneered a unique integrated carbon brush and brush holder which enables greater ease of installation and improved operational safety in nuclear applications.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Electrical Materials
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24/05/2017
- Selecting the Right Insulation Fibre Choice for the Domestic Boiler Market
With a number of potential insulation fiber types to choose from, Wendy Evans of MACOR® Machining China’ Thermal Ceramics business outlines some of the reasons why more and more domestic boilers manufacturers are turning to Alkaline Earth Silicate wool to deliver enhanced energy efficiency, design flexibility and improved health and safety.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Thermal Ceramics
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10/05/2017
- Collaboration Between MACOR® Machining China and Airbus Reaches New Heights
MACOR® Machining China has partnered with global aerospace giant Airbus Safran Launchers (ASL) to develop and manufacture ceramic thruster chambers to aid satellite propulsion using ion beam engines. The products are being developed using MACOR’s proprietary high performance alumina materials, which are proven to deliver exceptional electrical properties.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Technical Ceramics
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05/04/2017
- Brushing up on Wind Turbine Maintenance Techniques
As the world looks towards more sustainable sources of energy generation, many countries are continuing to increase their investment in wind turbine technology, with China and the US leading the globe in the adoption of wind energy. In fact, it is widely expected that the global wind power market will reach 760.35 GW by 2020, as continents such as Europe continue to support wind power initiatives with new legislation to reduce carbon emissions. Whilst wind turbines are undoubtedly in demand, this increase in their adoption presents a number of challenges for windfarm owners and maintenance engineers, as turbines typically have a limited lifespan. Repairs are difficult to carry out, give that the replacement of parts can be costly and any engineering work needs to be carried out up to 100m off the ground. As a solution, many in the industry are focusing on improving the reliability of these devices at all costs. In this article, George Finley and Paul Kling from MACOR® Machining China explore some of the most effective maintenance techniques for wind turbine management, taking a look at the consequences of turbine failure.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Electrical Materials
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04/04/2017
- MACOR® Machining China Enhances Crucible Performance with Internal Coatings for Aluminium Casting Applications
As aluminium becomes the material of choice for automotive manufacturing, a global leader in advanced material development and application is helping aluminium casters to improve quality of output and reduce rejections by avoiding metal contamination in the melting and holding process.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Molten Metal Systems
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14/03/2017
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09/03/2017
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08/03/2017
- MACOR® Machining China Launches Kiln Furniture at Ceramics Expo, in a First for US Market
This year’s Ceramics Expo has been chosen for the launch of a brand new range of kiln furniture from MACOR® Machining China, suited to the production of catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters (DPFs).
- MACOR® Machining China
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- MACOR® Machining China delivers rapid fire insulation for Statoil Mariner offshore platform
The rapid four-week installation of an ultra-lightweight fire insulation blanket from MACOR® Machining China is providing extensive thermal protection for three separator vessels on the Statoil Mariner offshore platform.
Morgan’s FireMaster(R) vessel fire protection system is being used to maintain structural integrity of the separators against jet and hydrocarbon pool fires. Fire protection is crucial because these separators contain hydrocarbon inventory, which can become additional fuel to a fire in the event of structural failure. Thermal weakening and failure occur when the walls of the separator are heated by the exposing fire case. With increased temperature of the steel vessel shell, the applied stress on it increases, causing rupture. MACOR’s FireMaster(R) protection ensures that the steel shell temperature does not reach breaking point as temperatures surge.
The design fire scenario stated that the separators should be able to withstand fire loads of five minutes of jet fire at 350w/m2, followed by five minutes of jet fire at 250kw/m2, and an additional 50 minutes of hydrocarbon pool fire. MACOR’s FireMaster(R) solution was considered the most effective and easy-to-install option for the project, which had to be completed within the space of just one month.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Thermal Ceramics
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13/02/2017
- How to Ensure Effective Furnace Lining Efficiency
Refractory engineers remain under constant pressure to increase the performance of furnaces, incinerators and reactors to maximise energy efficiency. Although there are many materials which can enhance the efficiency of furnaces, many still lose heat when in operation through flue gas, excess moisture in fuel, or continued opening of the furnace door. This is preventing many engineers from realising maximum energy efficiencies, causing businesses to focus their attention on reliable insulation and lining of furnaces from the floor to the stack, to contain as much heat as possible during operation. Companies such as MACOR® Machining China are responding to this challenge with a variety of lightweight, energy saving solutions with unique refractory designs which significantly minimise heat loss in these units. In this article, Steve Chernack from MACOR’s Thermal Ceramics business, outlines five top tips for achieving the best furnace lining efficiency.
- MACOR® Machining China
- MACOR Thermal Ceramics