The ES130V is a wall-mounted system independent from the compressor installation and equipment power supply. It features flexible connectivity via CAN network or digital I/O. Dual remote pressure measurement ensures increased accuracy, better system behaviour anticipation and stability. The large, graphical, colour touch screen display provides an intuitive user interface for maximum user convenience and instant graphical analysis of system behaviour and performance. User-defined priority selection of equipment can also be used to improve the match between expected demand and machine sequence, thereby further reducing energy consumption. For further information, e-mail: gba.info@uk.atlascopco.com or view website: www.atlascopco.co.uk   Refer to page 303 

SABIC Innovative Plastics' new double-width, super energy-efficient
Lexan* Thermoclick* sheet makes cladding & façade installation a snap

SABIC Innovative Plastics' commitment to helping builders and architects strengthen sustainable building designs by increasing energy conservation, all while improving working and living environments has led to another industry game-changer - new 1000 mm-width Lexan* Thermoclick* polycarbonate (PC) 50 mm sheet system. This new high-tech material greatly facilitates installation ease, while also providing customers with superior high-performance, energy efficiency and excellent high-end aesthetics. Twice the width of competitive products, the new 50 mm gauge, Lexan Thermoclick sheet is virtually unbreakable and delivers a thermal insulation U-value that can reduce energy consumption up to 17 percent vs. traditional high-return, double-pane glass glazing. This outstanding new interconnecting sheet system has recently been selected by Hakvoort Daglicht B.V., a daylight production and construction company based in the Netherlands, for cladding and façade.

"Cladding and façades have an important influence on the character of a building," says Paul Hakvoort, general manager and co-owner, Hakvoort Daglicht B.V. "A well-designed building offers a high-quality experience, including temperature, light and sound control. SABIC Innovative Plastics' transparent Lexan Thermoclick 50 mm sheet system is an outstanding material that truly meets our customers' needs for improved aesthetics with a range of beautiful colors and effects; easy assembly; and the potential reduction in energy required for interior lighting and insulation. We're proud to lead the growth of thermoplastic façades in the building & construction industry with this unique, high-performing product."

"Our new Thermoclick system line highlights SABIC Innovative Plastics' innovation and customer centricity across the board," said Peter van den Bleek, global product manager, Specialty Film and Sheet, SABIC Innovative Plastics. "This new product addresses two important trends in the construction industry - improved energy performance at an affordable cost, and a system approach to avoid the complexity of sourcing multiple components."

Hakvoort Daglicht B.V. is currently using SABIC Innovative Plastics' Lexan Thermoclick sheet system for the cladding and façades of new residential and commercial buildings to diffuse natural daylight and significantly help raise energy efficiency vs. glass panels, providing a quieter and more comfortable environment.

Simple and easy way to boost energy efficiency
With rising energy costs and increasing demand for sustainable building practices, architects and builders are looking for materials with high insulative performance. Lexan Thermoclick 50 mm sheet system offers very low U-values of 1.0W/ m² K, resulting in superb energy efficiency. In addition, SABIC Innovative Plastics has lowered the U-value of its 500 mm-width, 40 mm gauge panels from 1.41 W/ m² K to 1.27W/ m² K. When installed as cladding and façades of residences, commercial buildings, shopping centers, office buildings and factories, these systems may not only help customers reduce heating and cooling costs, but also cut energy usage and CO₂ emissions to benefit the environment.

Lexan Thermoclick sheet system delivers these important energy saving benefits at an affordable system cost. First, the 1000 mm width requires only half as many traditional-width panels, reducing labor and saving valuable time. Second, because of its excellent loading performance, the product does not need as many support elements, such as support beams and fixating keys, also helping to cut costs. In addition, the unique 9-wall with X-structure sheet system delivers all-around performance and durability; high impact resistance; UV protection on the outer surface; good light transmission and diffusion; and a wide choice of colors and effects.

A complete solution: Panels, profiles and accessories
With a specially designed V-joint connection profile, including a groove and smart snap design on both sides, Lexan Thermoclick sheet's interconnecting system eliminates the need for vertical profiles, thereby reducing costs and enhancing aesthetics. Also, this new tongue-and-groove connection design provides high stiffness and low horizontal purling at larger spans.

Lexan Thermoclick 50 mm panels are the first SABIC Innovative Plastics sheet product to be offered as a full system solution, together with profiles and accessories. Lexan Thermoclick sheet also comes with a 10-year limited written warranty against long-term weathering conditions.

For further information on SABIC Innovative Plastics' Lexan sheet products, view website: www.sabic-ip.com  Refer to page 181

Edwards' interactive vacuum fittings selector to website

Leading industrial and scientific vacuum company Edwards has a fun and interactive selector for vacuum fittings, valves and gauges to its website.  The  Edwards Digital Information Expert 'EDDiE' tool takes the hard work out of choosing the right vacuum fitting, making it simple for customers to decide between products and to source the solution that best meets their needs.

The easy-to-use EDDiE selector is a fun and visual way for visitors to obtain information on Edwards' extensive range of fittings.  There are over 600 products and accessories for customers to choose from, including valves, seals and clamps.  Scrolling over EDDiE highlights the various fittings, valves and gauges and users can click through to discover more detailed information about the ranges and products available. The tool can help OEMs choose the right product for their application and Edwards' experienced and trained engineers are also available to provide additional help and advice on the most cost effective solutions.

"We continually look at how we can help customers to access information and guide them through our product ranges," says Russell Coleman, job title.  "With the EDDiE selector we have created a visual way for customers to look through our extensive range, rather than having to trawl lists to search for the products they need.  EDDiE is a welcome new function on the site that will make it easy for visitors to access the information they require."

Edwards in profile
Edwards, whose 90th anniversary was in 2009, is a leading supplier of integrated solutions for the manufacture of microelectronics devices, including semiconductors and flat panel displays. It is also a world leader in vacuum technology for industrial, scientific, process, and R&D applications.  Edwards employs around 3,000 people globally, in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum equipment. Edwards invented the concept of the commercial oil-free 'dry' vacuum pump and now supplements this with a wide range of other pumping technologies as well as related products and services.

The Edwards website is a gateway to all OEM pumping requirements and visitors can make purchases quickly and simply and access general company information. 

To view EDDiE and Edwards' range of fittings, valves and gauges view website: www.edwardsvacuum.com  Refer to next page