Eat for energy, not just fullness

 Food is your first productivity tool.

Yet most people are using it completely wrong.

Like others, I used to think about food in terms of numbers.

Calories in, calories out. Eat less, move more.

Job done.

But it doesn't quite work like that.

Especially when you're running a business or juggling different priorities.

➡️ Not all calories are equal.

500 from a fast food meal isn't the same as 500 from whole, nutrient-dense food.

One fills you.

The other fuels you.

The shift is simple:

→ Eat for energy, not just fullness

→ Eat for clarity, not convenience

→ Eat for the long game, not the next 10 minutes

Here are 5 ways your food choices impact how you show up every day:

1️⃣ Stable energy > Temporary highs

↳ Processed foods give you a quick high... then a crash.

↳ Whole foods keep you steady, which you need for high-performance.

2️⃣ Nutrients feed your brain

↳ Healthy fats, protein and real nutrients help you think clearly.

↳ Not just get through the day, but actually perform.

3️⃣ Gut health = focus + mood

↳ Your gut drives far more than digestion.

↳ Processed foods makes your focus worse. Real food keeps it balanced.

4️⃣ Inflammation is a silent performance killer

↳ Refined oils, sugar & additives don't affect you right away.

↳ But over time, they leave you foggy and fatigued.

5️⃣ Real food = more control

↳ Eat well, and you're not thinking about snacks every hour.

↳ You can focus on the work instead of the next sugar hit.

Busy doesn't have to mean burnt out.

You don't have to choose between ambition and health.

I'm not perfect with it either.

But the days I eat well, I show up better.

For work, for my family, and for myself.

What's one change you've made to your diet that's actually helped your focus?

♻️ Repost to help others fuel better.

source : Gareth Lloyd

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : HEMP HOUSE

 Today's KNOWLEDGE Share

Once you’ve mixed a bucket of hemp-lime with your own hands, you’ll never look at concrete the same way again.

That’s when you realize that hempcrete isn’t just a sustainable alternative; it’s a carbon-sequestering, thermally efficient, and vapor-permeable building material that challenges conventional construction norms.

Unlike concrete, which emits significant CO₂ during production, hemp-lime absorbs carbon dioxide throughout its life cycle. The hemp plant itself captures CO₂ as it grows, and once built into walls, the lime binder continues to carbonate, locking that carbon in place for decades.

The result?

🏡 Buildings that are healthier, longer-lasting, and energy-efficient, with thermal mass and breathability that reduce heating and cooling loads.

At Hemp Town on Main, we focus on hands-on education and material innovation, showing how regenerative construction can help rebuild both communities and ecosystems from the ground up.

💚 Building a better world through hemp: science, sustainability, and soil health in action.

Watch the full video on YouTube

🔗 https://lnkd.in/gz9tmSMW

source :Hemp Technologies Global

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : Lithium Titanate (LTO): The ‘Quiet Player’ in the New Energy Transition

 Today's KNOWLEDGE Share

🔋 Lithium Titanate (LTO): The ‘Quiet Player’ in the New Energy Transition

When we talk about batteries in EVs and energy storage, most people think of NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) or LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate). But in certain demanding applications, a lesser-known chemistry—Lithium Titanate (LTO)—is proving irreplaceable.

⚡ What makes LTO special?

* Ultra-fast charging: 6 minutes to full charge—ideal for buses or rapid-turnaround fleets

* Extreme safety: no thermal runaway, even under nail penetration or 500°C heating

* Ultra-long life: >20,000 cycles, 30 years of service life

* Wide temperature tolerance: operates reliably from –50°C to +60°C

* High efficiency: ~95% round-trip efficiency, with millisecond response time

These properties come from its unique anode material (lithium titanate), which avoids dendrite formation and volume expansion during cycling.

🚍 Real-world impact

* Public transport: Gree-Yinlong buses powered by LTO recharge at end stations in just minutes, enabling 24/7 continuous operation without overnight depot charging

* Grid services: In frequency regulation, LTO’s millisecond response and high cycling durability reduce penalties and improve grid stability

* Hybrid hydrogen systems: LTO buffers power surges, complementing fuel cells’ high energy density while enhancing overall safety

* Rail and ports: Used as auxiliary power for zero-emission mobility in metros and container terminals

⚖️ The trade-offs

* Lower energy density → Not suited for long-range passenger EVs

* Higher cost → Driven by expensive materials and complex manufacturing

But in applications where safety, lifetime, and ultra-fast cycling matter more than energy density, LTO is often the optimal choice.

🌍 Looking ahead

As costs decline through material innovations (such as pre-lithiation and hybrid electrodes) and economies of scale, LTO is expected to gain ground in:

* High-frequency grid balancing (primary and secondary regulation)

* Urban fast-charge bus fleets

* Heavy-duty and special-purpose transport

* Hybrid hydrogen + battery systems

In the EV passenger car market, LFP and NMC will likely remain dominant. But in building a safe, resilient, and sustainable energy ecosystem, LTO is carving out a unique and indispensable role.

Different chemistries will find their best-fit applications, and together they will reshape how we store and use energy.

source: Jerry Wan

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : Devu Tools Pvt Ltd -Mould maker in India

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💫 Maintaining 1200+ Tons of Steel in Stock, All for In-House Consumption!💫 At Devu Tools Pvt. Ltd., we’re proud to be the 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 maintaining over 1200+ Tons of Steel in Stock (which is more than most steel suppliers in India!), 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬, only for 𝐈𝐧-𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!

Maintaining this magnitude of inventory demands immense industrial strength, logistical precision, and unwavering financial commitment, a rare capability in India’s Mould-Making Industry, where material access and consistency often define success.

By doing so, we ensure:

✅ Certified Quality

✅ Consistent Performance

✅ Full Traceability

✅ Globally Competitive Lead Times

Removing uncertainty from our production process and delivering reliability our customers can count on.

This unmatched infrastructure and industrial capability enables us to deliver faster, adapt quicker, and build stronger, empowering our customers to stay far ahead of the curve.

This level of readiness and commitement reflects not just our infrastructure, but industrial resilience and foresight, built to serve customers who value precision, performance, and partnerships.

💪 When others plan, we’re already prepared.

Want to know more? Contact us at:

marketing@devutools.com

source :Devu Tools Pvt Ltd

BB Engineering unveils large-area filter for PET recycling

 BB Engineering has launched a new filter that combines continuous, automated large-area filtration with built-in intermediate cleaning.

The Germany-based machinery manufacturer has unveiled the new Cobra filter to respond to increased demand for efficient and cost-effective filtration systems for recycled PET.

The Cobra is designed to balance fine filtration needs with contamination challenges faced by recyclers who need to use more recycled content but have limited access to high-quality input. The new filter addresses this issue by integrating large-area fine filtration with a seamless and automated cleaning process.

Designed specifically for PET recycling, the Cobra is also suitable for applications such as synthetic fibre spinning. It allows recyclers to process materials with high contamination levels while maintaining fine filtration quality, a feat that conventional candle filters struggle to achieve.

Automation is a key feature of the Cobra filter. The system operates with two filter inserts—one actively filtering while the other is either on standby or undergoing cleaning. It autonomously manages the switchover process, ensuring uninterrupted production and eliminating the risk of human error. Operators only need to confirm the changeover on the user interface, reducing manual intervention and boosting process reliability.

Inline cleaning with zero chemicals

Another highlight is the integration of BB Engineering’s White Filter Cleaning (WFC) technology. This method uses hot steam for chemical-free cleaning, significantly extending filter service life. The automated inline cleaning process takes around 10 hours—far quicker than conventional cleaning methods that often require several days. By eliminating the need for chemical handling, the system enhances safety while also being environmentally friendly.

Reduced operating costs

BB Engineering designed the Cobra filter with economic efficiency in mind. Compared to other fine filtration systems processing 2,000 kg/h, the Cobra reportedly delivers a 40% reduction in operating costs. This is achieved through reduced melt loss due to optimised backflushing cycles; extended service life through integrated steam cleaning; lower use of spare parts and consumables; decreased energy consumption due to the absence of heating and cooling phases; elimination of chemical costs; and minimal labour requirements thanks to automation.

source : Sustainable Plastics/BB Engineering

Syensqo qualifies epoxy prepreg in NCAMP database

 Syensqo qualifies epoxy prepreg in NCAMP database

Syensqo’s high-performance material joins the NCAMP database, opening the doors to faster aerospace qualifications and easier adoption by manufacturers.

Advanced materials specialist Syensqo has succeeded in having its patented CYCOM EP2190 epoxy prepreg officially included in the NCAMP (National Centre for Advanced Materials Performance) database. This inclusion represents a strategic step forward in the development and qualification of composite materials for use in aeronautics.

Created under the auspices of the American Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and hosted by the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University, the NCAMP programme aims to standardise and accelerate the qualification of composite materials used in aeronautical structures.

It centralises performance data, test reports and process specifications, thus ensuring the traceability and statistical reliability of certified materials. The inclusion of a material in the NCAMP database is equivalent to official recognition of its compliance with international aeronautical standards, facilitating its adoption by OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and tier-one suppliers.

“Having CYCOM EP2190 in the NCAMP database allows our customers to efficiently adopt this high-performance material and rapidly move into the design phase of their programs,” said Greg Kelly, Director of Product and Asset Management at Syensqo Composites.

A material for primary structures:

CYCOM EP2190 is a high-performance thermoset epoxy prepreg specifically designed for primary structures in commercial, defence and advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft. This material offers increased mechanical strength while maintaining excellent compression properties, an essential balance for demanding structural applications. The NCAMP-validated data sets cover EP2190 unidirectional tape on Teijin IMS65 intermediate modulus fibre and EP2190 plain weave fabric on Syensqo Thornel T650 standard modulus fibre. CYCOM EP2190 is currently produced at the Syensqo plant in Wrexham, UK. In response to growing demand, the company plans to expand production in North America to better meet the needs of global aerospace players and secure supply chains.

source : Syensqo/Jeccomposites