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15/10/2021 UKMHA underlines importance of FLT examination after accident prosecution The UK Material Handling Association, a combined initiative of MHE industry bodies BITA and the Fork Lift Truck Association, has underlined the importance of thorough examination following a forklift accident ruling. » Read More

14/10/2021 Research reveals key issues found in lifts returning to service following ... An informal survey conducted by LECS UK, the independent lift and escalator consultant engineers, reveals the most common issues that presented in lifts being brought back into service following the re-opening of all areas of society post ... » Read More

14/10/2021 Machinery protection system scope expanded to serve turbine upgrades The ability to quickly identify issues affecting the performance of rotating plant as well as being able to optimise dynamic behaviour is vital to all plant engineers. Established monitoring systems like the Sentry G3 machinery protection ... » Read More

13/10/2021 Make UK collaborates with Flowide on innovative tracking system Make UK has collaborated with Malvern-based technology start-up FloWide, on an innovative new tracking system for the CNC area of its technology hub in Aston, Birmingham. » Read More

13/10/2021 Sulzer HST turbocompressors provide substantial OPEX savings for UK water ... Since installing four Sulzer HST turbocompressors in 2012, Severn Trent’s Rushmoor wastewater treatment has enjoyed a significant reduction in maintenance costs, energy consumption and unplanned downtime, according to the OEM. » Read More

12/10/2021 New controller boosts ash recycling facility A by-product of the power generation process at waste-to-energy plants, incinerator bottom ash (IBA) can be recycled into construction aggregates and metals. Specialising in the transformation of this residue ash, Blue Phoenix wanted to ... » Read More

11/10/2021 Signal launches heated VOC analyser Signal Group (UK) has announced the launch of a new portable gas analyser, the Solar Xplore. One of the company’s core technologies is flame ionisation detection (FID) for the measurement of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and the new ... » Read More

08/10/2021 Swiss electrical installer Grob buys UK ducting contractor Hotchkiss Group Grob + Co Holdings has purchased the Hotchkiss Group. The Swiss electrical installer operates in commercial and residential properties. » Read More

07/10/2021 SolutionsPT launches AVEVA connected worker app SolutionsPT has launched the AVEVA Teamwork Software as a Service (SaaS) app. AVEVA Teamwork brings knowledge sharing and collaboration capability to enable a digitally transformed workforce. » Read More

07/10/2021 Mechan jacks aid rail services in south Rail depot equipment specialist Mechan has provided South Western Railway with a flexible way to service rolling stock at two of its key maintenance facilities. » Read More

06/10/2021 Make UK awards recognise two MTC apprentices in shortlist Two female engineering apprentices being trained at the MTC have reached the regional final of Make UK’s prestigious manufacturing awards. » Read More

05/10/2021 Brake pad manufacturer reduces energy consumption with ELGi compressed air ... ELGi Compressors Europe, a subsidiary of ELGi Equipments Limited, one of the world’s leading air compressor manufacturers, has provided a turnkey solution to a global brake pad manufacturer based in Hartlepool. » Read More

05/10/2021 New £500k digital testbed to create ‘step change’ in smart manufacturing A digital testbed for smart manufacturing is being built at Queen’s University Belfast. A collaboration between Queen’s, BT and Cisco, the project is part of a co-investment to create a 5G enabled digital factory. » Read More

04/10/2021 Sulzer analyses Spanish municipality’s wastewater pumping station capabilities In the City of Vilagarcía de Arousa in northwestern Spain, problems with the sewage network were leading to pollution events and a EUR 200,000 annual maintenance bill. To resolve these issues, the city council partnered with experts from ... » Read More

04/10/2021 Clamp meters for solar power installations Fluke has launched a new clamp meter designed to measure solar installation voltages at the new standard of 1,500V, while offering high safety specifications and being easy to use in congested solar combiner boxes. » Read More

01/10/2021 On-site nitrogen generator saves LaserMaster up to £30,000 a year Laser metal cutting and fabrication specialist LaserMaster has switched from bulk delivery of nitrogen, essential for the process, to an Atlas Copco on-site, high pressure nitrogen generation container unit. It’s a move that ensures a ... » Read More

01/10/2021 Pump sector finally enjoys long-awaited awards After a nineteen-month pandemic-induced postponement, the 2020/21 Pump Industry Awards ceremony was finally staged at the Chesford Grange Hotel in Warwickshire on 23rd September. » Read More

30/09/2021 Schaeffler buys Bega to strengthen industrial service business Schaeffler has acquired Bega International B.V. (Bega), a manufacturer of special tools for mounting and dismounting rolling bearings. » Read More

30/09/2021 EnerMech among first to be granted ‘Fit 4 Offshore Renewables’ status in England EnerMech, a provider of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and integrity services, has achieved ‘granted’ status in the ‘Fit 4 Offshore Renewables (F4OR)’ programme. » Read More

29/09/2021 Health and Safety Executive cracks down on dust HSE’s inspectors across Great Britain will be targeting construction firms to check that their health standards are up to scratch during a month-long inspection initiative, starting on 4 October 2021. » Read More

29/09/2021 New CompAir FourCore range balances two-stage efficiency with single-stage ... CompAir has announced the launch of its new 160, 200 and 250kW FourCore compressor range, combining what it calls best-in-class compressed air efficiency with a small footprint and sustainable design, particularly for large energy users, ... » Read More

28/09/2021 British Steel announces £26 million investment in special profiles British Steel has announced the single largest investment for more than 30 years in its special profiles business. » Read More

28/09/2021 BRE launches NABERS UK energy efficiency rating scheme for offices An energy rating scheme for offices – NABERS UK Energy for Offices – is now available. Administered by BRE, the scheme will enable asset owners, operators and managers to assess and improve the energy efficiency of the office buildings in ... » Read More

27/09/2021 Crosby Group launches lashing load indicator The Crosby Straightpoint ChainSafe protects cargo during transport by measuring the load on lashing, load securement, tie-downs and chain sling legs. » Read More

27/09/2021 Siemens targets food and beverage industry digitalisation with revamped ... Siemens has enhanced its solution partner programme for the specific needs of the food and beverage sector, in collaboration with seven system integrators across the UK and Ireland. » Read More