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Functioning array of qubits with gaps between plunger (P) and barrier (B) gates of barely 6 nanometers, enabled by High NA EUV lithography. The image also shows the accumulation gates (A) and confinement (C).
  • Electronics (wafers, semiconductors, microchips,...)

The most advanced lithography system, crucial for future advanced memory and computer chips, will play a key role in scaling up quantum technology.

World first: imec presents quantum dot qubit device using High NA EUV lithography

    1. Imec presents a world first: a quantum dot qubit device fabricated using High NA EUV lithography.   
2. This demonstration marks a milestone toward the industrial scaling of more reliable qubits, the basic computational units of quantum computers. Quantum computers will perform exponentially bette…

The central functional areas of the fan in axial (left) and radial fans (right): the impeller as the aerodynamic core (green), the motor with integrated electronics as the drive unit (orange), and the stator, meaning the air-guiding and supporting structures (blue). (Image: ebm-papst) The minimum efficiencies for axial fans have been gradually increased since 2013. Starting in 2026, a minimum Fan Efficiency Grade of 50 percent will apply – the static total efficiency at the Best Point is decisive. (Pe = electrical input power; ηmin = minimum fan efficiency; ηse = static total efficiency; BEP = Best Point) (Image: ebm-papst) The requirements for radial fans with backward-curved blades are also increasing. From 2026, the minimum required Fan Efficiency Grade will be 64 percent, setting a new efficiency standard. (Pe = electrical input power; ηmin = minimum fan efficiency; ηse = static overall efficiency; BEP = best point) (Image: ebm-papst)
  • Products, devices, systems, plants for applications

ErP: What is changing now for OEMs, plant builders, and operators

Stricter efficiency requirements, clear system boundaries, and new manufacturer obligations

With the ErP 2026, the European Union is significantly tightening the requirements for fans starting in July. New efficiency thresholds, revised assessment methods, and expanded documentation obligations affect not only fan manufacturers but also OEMs, system integrators, and operators. ebm‑papst in…

Dietmar and Petra Pfennig

New Sustainability Report 2024/2025: Manufacturer of manual cleaning technology continues to expand sustainable value creation with more regional supply chains and resource-efficient products

PFENNIG is increasingly focusing on products from Germany

With more products manufactured in Germany, regionalized supply chains, and a higher recycled content in the range, PFENNIG continues its long-standing sustainability course. The new report documents the current developments of the Allgäu-based family business.

A key result of the new sustainability…

Vink Chemicals has received EU-wide approval for grotanol® 3025 as a disinfectant of product type PT 2 for CIP and industrial surfaces. The product can also be used for disinfecting interior surfaces of pipes, tanks, filling equipment, mixers, and other machinery. (Image: Vink Chemicals/Prostock-studio - AdobeStock_1687943824) Surfaces that can be disinfected with grotanol® 3025 include work surfaces, machines, equipment, floors, and walls; the product from Vink Chemicals is therefore relevant for the food and feed industry as well as the metalworking fluid industry. (Image: Vink Chemicals/ Bakha - AdobeStock_1877211690)
  • Disinfection | procedures, devices, agents, media (Wipers, Swaps,...)

Vink Chemicals receives EU approval for grotanol® 3025 as a PT 2 disinfectant

Regulatory success strengthens market position

Vink Chemicals has achieved another regulatory milestone and has received EU-wide approval for grotanol® 3025 as a biocidal product under the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) as a disinfectant of product type PT 2 for CIP and industrial surfaces.

The approval now granted covers the use of grotanol®…

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