From advances in robotics and water treatment to concerns about the global supply chain, the DirectIndustry E-Magazine explores the latest developments and concerning trends.
VR and AR Offer Oil & Gas Companies a Glimpse of the Future
The need for remote learning during the Covid-19 pandemic led to an acceleration of the adoption of AR and VR technologies. Now, oil and gas giants are using AR and VR to prepare employees for real-world scenarios. But is AR still at the trial phase?
Top 5 Robotics Trends for 2022 and Beyond
The robotics sector is undergoing a revolution following a massive increase in demand during the pandemic. Here are the top five predicted trends for the robotics industry, as predicted by the International Federation of Robotics. Will robots be increasingly mainstream?
Exotec: Sky High Success with Robotics
Romain Moulin and Renaud Heitz came up with an ingenious solution to improve warehouse and supply chain efficiency. The two French engineers developed Skypod, a mobile robot order preparation solution that 30 companies are now using. Learn how the Skypod system functions as a fleet.
Russia-Ukraine War: The Effects on the Aviation Industry
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, the aviation industry continues to experience myriad effects, with reciprocal flight restrictions being just one example. How is the aeronautics sector responding to the ongoing crisis?
Supplies Unchained: The Russia-Ukraine War Impacts Global Industry
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is also having a massively detrimental impact on the global supply chain. Experts foresee food insecurity, shortages and rising prices across a range of industries. Learn more.
France’s First Offshore Wind Turbine Installed off Saint-Nazaire
Good news for fans of clean energy - a 180 m high offshore wind turbine named Haliade was installed just off St Nazaire on France's Atlantic coast. There will eventually be 80 wind turbines made by GE renewable aiming to be fully operational by the end of 2022 providing energy to 700,000 citizens. Read the whole story.
Shanghai's COVID-19 Lockdown: The Effects on the Automotive Industry
Shanghai has been in lockdown since April 2022. The economic consequences are severe, particularly in the automotive industry. The city of Ningdi, home of CATL, the leading EV manufacturer, may also be at the point of lockdown, which could cripple the entire sector. Read the full article.
Disinfecting Without Chemicals: An Innovation from Best Water Technology
Clean water is obviously essential but the chemicals currently used do impact the environment. BWT ECO-UV utilizes two technologies capable of enhancing water quality without using chemicals. We spoke to Mr Jombart from BWT France to find out more.
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