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The Latest Advances in Floating Wind Structures

Floating wind has emerged as a promising solution for expanding energy production capacity in deeper offshore areas, where traditional fixed-bottom wind turbines are not viable. Thanks to innovation in materials, design and anchoring technology, floating structures are revolutionizing the offshore sector.

Energy Storage Systems (BESS): An Efficient Solution for the Energy Future

Energy storage systems (BESS) are technologies designed to capture and store energy from different sources, such as solar, wind, or from the power grid, for later use. This storage capacity is critical to balancing energy supply and demand, improving grid stability, and facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources.

Everything You Need to Know About Acetylene: Properties, Uses, and Safety Information

Acetylene is one of the most important compounds in the chemical and manufacturing industry, used in a variety of processes due to its unique properties. In this article, we'll explore what acetylene is, what industries it's used in, the processes it uses, its associated hazards, and the safety measures needed to work with it.

Optimization and Organization: Applying the 5S Method in the Organization of Tools

Find out how to apply the 5S method specifically in the organization of tools, as well as the importance of having a single and close supplier to optimize the workspace according to the user's needs.

Why is tool inventory control important in turbine assembly?

Turbine assembly is a complex and critical process that requires precision and meticulous coordination. Poor management of the tools required for this assembly can trigger a number of significant issues that affect both the efficiency and safety of the project. Below, we explore the challenges that arise when you don't have proper inventory control and propose effective solutions.

Maintenance and Repair Operations in Upstream Oil and Gas Facilities

In today's article, we will analyze the activities that are carried out at the upstream level, the extreme conditions to which their infrastructures are subjected, and the maintenance they require.

The Vital Role of Torque Control in Nuclear Safety

The maintenance of nuclear power plants is a critical task that requires precision, care, and a meticulous approach to ensure the safety and optimal operation of these facilities. Among the many safety measures and maintenance protocols, torque control emerges as a fundamental element for operators in charge of carrying out maintenance work in nuclear plants.

The Beauty of OTIF (On Time, In Full)

The industrial sector, characterized by its intricate supply chains and myriad moving parts, greatly benefits from efficient suppliers. Regrettably, the trend for most manufacturers is to reduce stock levels in order to decrease the funds assigned to working capital. Within this sphere of efficiency, two hallmarks stand out for suppliers: delivering fast and delivering in full. Such OTIF suppliers are worth their weight in gold, and here’s why:

Exploring the Causes of the Suviana Incident

On April 9, an explosion was recorded at the facilities of a hydroelectric plant in the Italian reservoir of Lake Suviana (Bologna), resulting in seven fatalities and five injuries. In today's article, we will analyze some aspects that could have contributed to this outcome, based on the available information

Safety in the Maintenance of Polymer Manufacturing Facilities

In the context of petrochemical facilities, safety during maintenance is of paramount importance to prevent serious accidents and protect the integrity of both workers and the facilities themselves. Keep reading!