Specialized and customized lubricants for the Wind Energy industry

CHENNAI, India, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global expert in specialty lubricants, Klüber Lubrication, showcases its state-of-the-art solutions at Windergy India 2024. There is a particular emphasis on Klüber Lubrication’s advanced products designed to protect and optimize the performance of wind turbines. This not only reduces unwanted downtime and improves efficiency but also contributes to a sustainable and reliable energy future through their complete range of innovative lubricants

Klüber Lubrication: Leading the way in sustainability and renewable solutions

Reflecting on the company’s journey from 2021 to 2024, Klüber Lubrication is proud to share that it has won the Ecovadis Gold Medal once again in 2024, marking the third consecutive year of this achievement and placing the company among the top 5% of companies worldwide. This recognition underscores Klüber Lubrication’s commitment to environmental stewardship and ethical practices.

Since 2021, the company has set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint, achieving a reduction of over 78% in Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions by 2024 compared to 2019. The Energy Efficiency Programme has resulted in savings of over 445,000 MWh, and the company continues to innovate with sustainable products and tools for life cycle assessments. Klüber Lubrication remains focused on delivering innovative solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to a greener, more sustainable future.

Enhancing wind energy efficiency through specialized lubricants

Wind turbines operate under demanding conditions, with components exposed to high speeds, temperatures, and pressures, making the choice of lubrication critical. The right lubricant ensures not only optimal performance but also minimal downtime for wind turbine systems.

In particular wind turbines must remain free from oxidation residues to maintain seamless operation. At the elevated temperatures experienced during turbine operation, varnish can accumulate on rotors, bearings, shafts, and housings, as well as in separators, potentially leading to costly downtime and repairs. Klüber Lubrication’s synthetic lubricants, designed with carefully selected base oils and specialized additives, meet the stringent requirements of wind turbine compressors. These lubricants keep the entire system clear of oxidation residue and sludge, significantly enhancing the reliability and longevity of wind turbines.

Klüber Lubrication India: A beacon of sustainability in Mysore

Klüber Lubrication’s manufacturing plant in Mysore exemplifies the company’s dedication to sustainability and renewable energy. This state-of-the-art facility, spanning 17,000 square meters, integrates numerous green initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Notably, the installation of solar panels on the factory’s roof enables the plant to source more than half of its energy from renewable sources, significantly reducing its carbon footprint and aligning with Klüber Lubrication’s global sustainability goals.

Designed for energy efficiency, the Mysore plant incorporates advanced technologies that optimize production processes and minimize waste. A recent investment of INR 142 Crores (€15.6 million) to expand the facility underscores Klüber Lubrication’s commitment to sustainability. This expansion includes a new production hall with cutting-edge infrastructure, enhancing the plant’s capacity to produce high-quality, eco-friendly lubricants.

The Mysore plant’s focus on sustainability extends to its product offerings. The specialty lubricants produced here are designed to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact across various applications, from automotive to food-grade products. By continuously innovating and adopting sustainable practices, the Mysore plant not only contributes to Klüber Lubrication’s environmental goals but also supports the broader ‘Make in India‘ initiative.

Klübersynth BEM 48-1501: Emergency grease for roller bearing applications

Wind turbines encounter numerous operational challenges, one of the most significant being the risk of damaged rolling bearings. These bearings are crucial for the smooth functioning of the turbines, and any damage to them can lead to severe operational disruptions. Klübersynth BEM 48-1501 is specifically designed to address this issue. Incorporating this specialized product into the operating grease effectively delays or even prevents damage to the rolling bearings. This proactive measure ensures that the wind turbines can continue to operate efficiently until the next scheduled maintenance. As a result, it significantly minimizes unexpected downtime and the associated financial losses, providing a more reliable and cost-effective solution for wind turbine maintenance.

Klübersynth BZ 68-400: Special cleaning grease for rolling bearing applications

Klübersynth BZ 68-400 is a highly specialized cleaning grease formulated to address the specific issue of rolling bearing damage caused by hardened residues. This innovative product works by effectively breaking down and removing these residues, which can otherwise lead to significant wear and tear on the bearings. By doing so, Klübersynth BZ 68-400 not only extends the operational life of the bearings but also significantly reduces the frequency and duration of maintenance activities. This results in more consistent and reliable performance, minimizing unexpected downtimes that can disrupt operations.

Moreover, Klübersynth BZ 68-400 is designed to be compatible with a wide range of base oils, making it a versatile choice for various applications. This compatibility ensures that it can be seamlessly integrated into existing lubrication systems without the need for extensive modifications. Its adaptability makes it particularly well-suited for use in wind turbines, where the demands on bearing performance and maintenance are especially high. By providing a robust solution to the challenges posed by hardened residues, Klübersynth BZ 68-400 plays a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and longevity of wind turbine components.

About Klüber Lubrication

Klüber Lubrication is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of speciality lubricants, offering high-end tribological solutions to virtually all industries and markets worldwide. Most products are developed and made to specific customer requirements. During its more than 90 years of existence, Klüber Lubrication has provided high-quality lubricants, thorough consultation and extensive services, which has earned it an excellent reputation in the market. The company holds all common industrial certifications and operates a test bay hardly rivalled in the lubricants industry.

Klüber Lubrication, set up as a retail company for mineral oil products in Munich in 1929, is today part of Freudenberg Chemical Specialities SE & Co. KG, a Business Group of the Freudenberg Group, Weinheim. Klüber Lubrication has about 2.000 employees in more than 30 countries.

For further information, please click http://www.Klüber .com

About Freudenberg Chemical Specialities

Freudenberg Chemical Specialities Munich was founded in 2004 as a new Business Group within the Freudenberg Group, Weinheim, Germany, a family-owned, diversified technology company with a history of more than 160 years. Freudenberg Chemical Specialities has a lean, market-oriented organisation with Management Board and Corporate Functions. Its objective is to promote innovation potentials in its field of activities and to expand world-wide market leadership in special lubricants and release agents. The Business Group includes five largely independent divisions which are active in more than 50 countries: Klüber Lubrication, Chem-Trend, SurTec, Capol and OKS.

About Freudenberg in India

Freudenberg has held business ties with companies in India for more than 90 years. The Group has 11 production sites around India, across several different industries, and employs around 3,000 people at 20 + locations.

For further information, please visit: www.freudenberg.com/company/locations/freudenberg-in-india

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AI agents will provide productive conclusions as a member of the team

KAWASAKI, Japan, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Fujitsu today announced the global launch of its Fujitsu Kozuchi AI Agent, an AI service that can engage in high-level tasks both autonomously and in collaboration with humans. This service will be offered through Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS, Fujitsu’s all-in-one operation platform that is part of the Fujitsu Uvance business model which works to provide cross-industry solutions to societal issues. As of today, Fujitsu will offer the first AI agent, for use in business profitability discussions and business negotiations to share appropriate information and propose measures. Fujitsu plans to eventually expand its AI agent lineup to include services in production management and legal affairs, and other areas, and will implement a broader roll-out of the service during fiscal 2024. In addition, Fujitsu will incorporate Fujitsu Kozuchi AI Agent into its digital offerings, including Fujitsu Uvance’s Work Life Shift.

Building generative AI models for business applications requires a significant investment of time and money as well as a high level of expertise and there is no guarantee that a single AI model can deliver the desired results.

To solve this issue, Fujitsu has developed the Fujitsu Kozuchi AI Agent. This AI can think autonomously and function as a full team member, making proactive suggestions that can lead to new insights and inspire creativity.

The Fujitsu Kozuchi AI Agent uses Fujitsu’s proprietary processing logic to break down abstract issues from conversations and generate discrete tasks. The agent creates a plan to complete the tasks and selects multiple optimal AIs to implement. Models available include those developed by Fujitsu, such as Takane, a large-scale language model for enterprises with the world’s best Japanese language capability and significant customization options, Fujitsu Kozuchi AutoML, which generates advanced machine learning models in a short amount of time, as well as various models from other companies. The Fujitsu Kozuchi AI Agent provides instructions to each of the AI models and provides a solution based on the feedback.

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SHANGHAI, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As automobile safety and comfort standards rise, the demand for high-performance sensors is surging. NOVOSENSE Microelectronics, a global supplier of automotive chips, offers an extensive portfolio of automotive-grade sensor products, ranging from current sensing to environmental monitoring.

Chip-level Current Sensor with Integrated Current Path: NSM2019-Q0

It supports continuous primary currents of up to 100A with an ultra-low primary resistance of 0.27mΩ, making it ideal for AC/DC current measurement in automotive systems. The sensor delivers accurate current sensing without the need for external isolation components. NSM2019 can deliver high isolation and low heat generation, thanks to its superior design. With a creepage distance of 8.2mm and a UL-compliant isolation withstand voltage of 5000Vrms, NSM2019 also ensures safety in high-voltage applications.

Automotive CMOS Integrated Temperature Sensors with Digital/Analog Output: NST175-Q1, NST235-Q1, NST86-Q1

These are automotive-grade temperature sensors designed for high precision and low power consumption. These CMOS integrated circuit sensors support an input voltage range of 2.4V to 5.5V and offer both analog and digital output options, catering to different application needs. In terms of the accuracy, NST86-Q1 and NST235-Q1 achieve a maximum temperature error of ±2.5°C, while NST60-Q1 maintains a ±4°C error across the full temperature range. By eliminating the need for extra circuitry, these sensors offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional thermistors, reducing system costs and enhancing reliability in harsh automotive environments.

Automotive I2C Digital Interface Temperature and Humidity Sensor: NSHT30-Q1

It integrates a capacitive relative humidity sensor with a CMOS temperature sensor. Packaged in a compact DFN design with an I2C interface, NSHT30-Q1 is tailored for automotive applications that demand precise environmental monitoring. As vehicles become increasingly reliant on environmental data to drive intelligent decision-making, sensors like the NSHT30-Q1 are poised to support in autonomous vehicle systems, cabin comfort control, and smart climate regulation.

With a strong R&D focus and a reliable supply chain, NOVOSENSE provides robust and reliable solutions in sensor, signal chain and power management. These offerings are widely used in automotive applications. In the first half of 2024 NOVOSENSE achieved over 33% of its revenue from automotive electronics, and the shipment of more than 400 million automotive chips since 2022.

For more information about NOVOSENSE’s automotive sensor solutions, visit: www.novosns.com/en.

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