Harsh manufacturing environments can be unforgiving, especially for industrial robots working in smelting lines, paint booths, or casting cells. These machines operate amid continuous exposure to heat, airborne particulates, and corrosive chemicals, which can accelerate [...]

Originally published on 03/15/2022. This article has been updated with the latest information on high-performance fabrics for aerospace applications. Aerospace systems operate in conditions that test every material to its limit. Fabrics must withstand extreme [...]

Manufacturing environments are unforgiving. Equipment operates under relentless heat, conveyor belts endure constant abrasion, and industrial insulation materials break down over time. Standard textiles, even those reinforced with synthetic fibers, degrade too quickly when exposed [...]

Originally published on 06/30/22. This article has been updated with the latest information on removable insulation blankets. In industrial environments where high-temperature processes are the norm, effective thermal insulation is essential not only for operational [...]

Originally published on 03/15/2018. This article has been updated with the latest information on thermal insulation materials. High temperatures challenge performance in sectors like manufacturing, energy, and aerospace. Without proper insulation, heat moves through systems, [...]

Originally published on 01/26/22. This article has been updated with the latest information on PTFE coatings. The safety of industrial coatings has become an increasingly important topic as research advances our understanding of per- and [...]