For iron and steel, one of the most common approaches for hardening these relatively soft materials is to perform heat treatment under endothermic atmospheres. There are many methods for heat-treating metal alloys, some of which include case-hardening or surface hardening and annealing, but the general purpose of the treatment is to help improve the durability or …
Methods for water quality checking are an incredibly important part of the many processes involved in ensuring we have access to safe drinking water. However, as contaminants can come from many different sources, finding a general solution for contaminant identification and removal can be difficult. Purification processes for water treatment include removal of undesirable chemicals, bacteria, …
Monitoring air quality is both an essential part of health and safety and for ensuring a pleasant workplace environment. For example, in breweries or dry food storage areas, where carbon dioxide is produced as part of the fermentation process, monitoring gas levels is key for protecting workers’ health.1 Even in office buildings, where chemical processing may …
What is the Water Purification Process? The processing of clean and safe drinking water and drinking water purification methods are an international issue. Even within the UK, water purification and treatment is big business, with £2.1 billion being invested by utilities in England and Wales between 2013 and 2014.2 The water purification process consists of removing …
Gas detectors are vital for home and building safety; they do however have various other functions and support a wide range of industries in their work. At Edinburgh Sensors, we understand that choosing a suitable provider for your gas detector and gas sensing needs can be a daunting task. That’s why we have compiled a list …
Following the legalisation of marijuana sale for medical use in 33 US states1 and Canada,2 marijuana sales have become big business. It is estimated that in 2020 US retail sales of marijuana will continue their rapid growth, from $15. 7 billion to $19 billion3 with suppliers struggling to keep up with demand. In Colorado alone, legal …
