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4th October 2023

PCS Instruments milestone: ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 re-certification

In a significant stride forward to our ongoing commitment to quality and environmental management, we are proud to announce the successful completion of our recent re-certification of both the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.

Written by Amitha Clark

4th October 2023

World Space Week: Dr Michael Buttery, Principal Project Scientist – ESR Technology

Ever wondered how tribology works in space? From the moving parts of a satellite to a rover exploring distant planets, tribology plays an incredibly important role in the space industry.

Written by Amitha Clark

3rd October 2023

World Space Week: Tribology in Space!

The world of space exploration is filled with awe-inspiring achievements, many of which owe their success to the detailed considerations of tribology.

Written by Amitha Clark

20th September 2023

New ISO Standard for HFRR Testing

Earlier this month, ISO (The International Organisation for Standardisation) released the newISO 12156-1:2023 standard; "Diesel fuel — Assessment of lubricity using the high-frequency reciprocating rig (HFRR) — Part 1: Test method" which adds the use of a wear scar camera into the existing standard.

Written by Amitha Clark

11th September 2023

The History of Tribology Part 4: The Modern World, 1915-2000

In the last instalment of the History of Tribology series, we learned that the Second Industrial Revolution (1870-1914) was defined by innovations in steel production, railway expansion, electrification, the rise of the internal combustion engine, and advancements in the chemical industry.

Written by Amitha Clark

5th September 2023

The History of Tribology Part 3: The Second Industrial Revolution

The Second Industrial Revolution spanned the late 19th century to the early 20th century (from around 1870 to 1914), and was a period of rapid industrial development, primarily in Britain, Germany, and the United States.

Written by Amitha Clark

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