Plant Equipment Feature Library

Operations Engineer's library catalogues editorial features going back five years.

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06/12/2022 Time for a dry run

Compressed air dryers improve air quality and protect valuable assets, but what types are available and how is it best to care for them? » Read More

18/07/2022 Minimising the risk of temperature control equipment summer downtime

While the UK wasn’t really renowned for heatwaves, nearly every year a number of days see spikes in temperature upwards of 30°C, putting additional strain on the temperature control equipment at manufacturing sites across. With these ... » Read More

31/03/2021 Out of the cold

As this is being written in February, the UK has vaccinated more than 15 million people. One factor that should not be underestimated in that successful roll-out is the cold chain. Many of the vaccinations given so far have been the ... » Read More

08/05/2019 Cool pollution solution

The transition to new refrigerants is being driven by environmental impact, energy efficiency, safety and cost effectiveness, as well as legislative pressure. R32 refrigerant is set to become a huge part of the future in air conditioning ... » Read More

06/02/2012 Really Useful Products’ makes really useful savings

International plastics manufacturer Really Useful Products says it is enjoying a 10% increase in productivity – equating to an extra £3 million of turnover – yet without investment in additional machinery. » Read More

01/12/2009 Naval sultans

The Royal Navy turns out some of the smartest, most able plant engineers on the planet. Brian Tinham takes a look at HMS Sultan and finds out the secrets of success » Read More

01/08/2005 Water and Environment - Water, water everywhere...

With rapidly rising populations, coupled with the effects of global warming, water is becoming an increasingly sought-after commodity in nations both developed and developing. » Read More