Emerson ’ s AVENTICS™ Series Advanced Valve ( AV ) valve system with Advanced Electronic System ( AES ) Profinet and Ethernet / IP is now available with preinstalled Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture ( OPC UA ) functionality . This makes it the first valve system to offer this directly integrated capability . The AES helps users solve interoperability challenges and access data more easily , while the integration of the digital twin can improve productivity and efficiency . A valve system with integrated OPC UA functionality simplifies communication with upper systems since data and analytics are received via the valve system and communicated directly to upper systems ; no gateway is necessary unless deeper analysis or local dashboards are required . This can result in cost savings for users since it ’ s more complex and expensive to receive analytics

from a valve system without OPC UA . OPC UA functionality also expands the connected capabilities of the valve system itself , making it easier for users in industries such as automotive , food and beverage , packaging , pulp and paper industries , and more to digitally transform . When organisations undergo digital transformation , key protocols such as OPC UA embedded in technologies enable device monitoring and machine connectivity when sending data from a valve system to an upper system . The AES is simple to integrate and connect to new or existing applications and machines and provides easy access to data and analytics without changing the programmable logic controller ( PLC ).

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has launched Isolast K-Fab Seal to provide long-term sealing and increased productivity in hightemperature semiconductor subfab applications . The Isolast K-Fab Seal provides an alternative flange sealing solution to a traditional O-Ring , to prevent premature failure in extreme temperatures and aggressive chemical environments . Formulated from perfluoroelastomer ( FFKM ), a custom seal geometry utilises significantly less rubber to eliminate overfill and

extrusion , resulting in improved thermal properties , and elimination of thermal expansion and groove overfill . The seal geometry can withstand misalignment of the flange when compared to an O-Ring , for easy assembly . This optimal seal design increases performance , especially with varying pressure or vacuum conditions for increased service life and overall lower cost of ownership . The Isolast K-Fab Seal is temperature resistant for use up to + 325 ° C / + 617 ° F dependent on the material selection .