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Lift Safe’s Bespoke Lifter saves C3 Imaging Lab Cell

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Materials handling equipment specialist Lift Safe has given a helping hand to digital printing services company C3 Imaging by providing a custom-built lifter to lift large rolls of materials onto its awkwardly-sited digital printing machine. The challenge C3 Imaging, which provides a complete range of specialist print and graphic solutions to a wide range of customers, had been struggling to find a lifter that had the capacity and the manoeuvrability to lift the 3.2m wide rolls in a restricted space at its Liverpool premises. The lifter needed to be stable enough to lift these long rolls from customers’ racking and capable of moving backwards, forwards and sideways into the one-metre gap behind the machine. The legs also had to be low enough to go under the machine and the lifter had to be light enough so all the staff could use it.

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If this had not been achievable, C3 would have had the expense of relocating the printing machine, which would have meant increased down time and lost revenue. The layout of the printing room

itself may have had to have been altered, while the risk of injury to the operatives from heavy lifting was ever-present. The solution Lift Safe came up with a tailor-made lifting solution. After completing a site analysis, Lift Safe worked closely with C3 to supply a bespoke, easy-to-use 125kg battery-operated lifter to lift the rolls into the digital printing machine, without the working environment being affected. Lift Safe’s bespoke machine is able to swivel, as C3 needed it to go round a corner and drop down to the correct height so that the reels could be released on the back. The reels had to go under the bottom of the machine, so the machine needed to be low-lying and also able to be lifted up and down. Contact T +44 (0)161 626 9628 enquiries@liftsafe.net www.liftsafe.net

The Global leader in Environmental analytical services ALS Environmental is the Global leader in Environmental analytical services with over 400 locations across the globe. With 3 laboratories in the UK (Chester, Coventry & Wakefield), a new laboratory opening in Otterbourne in 2016 and a service centre in Dublin we are your perfect partner for Air, Soil, Water and Waste analysis. Our Drinking Water ‘centre of excellence’ in Wakefield provide analysis of drinking water to over 5 million homes across the UK, with our Waste laboratory in Coventry supporting major monitoring and infrastructure projects the length and breadth of the British Isles. The depth of technical and management expertise at ALS provides the basis for laboratories to deliver a consistently high level of service. Commitment to good science and personal service is backed by a sound quality program. Each laboratory within the ALS network maintains accreditations to satisfy target market demands. When working with ALS, clients can expect: ■■ Rapid turnaround to keep projects on schedule ■■ Project mobilisation assistance to cover the scope of services required ■■ Technical resources to solve problems ■■ Experience acquired by working with

a wide range of clients and programs ■■ Customised Electronic Data Deliverable (EDD) formats with direct database uploads ■■ Interaction with trained professionals and problem solvers ■■ Dedicated client service team at each location ■■ Regular participation in Proficiency Test evaluations provides assurance that the accuracy of results is continuously monitored and improved. ALS’ reputation as a leader in environmental chemistry and microbiology is based on the commitment to keep laboratories at the cutting edge of analytical technology, while focusing on a ‘best value’ business practice of employees to increase value of services rendered. T +44 (0)24 7642 1213 www.alsenvironmental.co.uk

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Contents

Editor’s Comments

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Hello & welcome to Issue 612 of Best Practice UK…

Labelling Solutions News.................................................................................2

As with every edition, the team at Best Practice UK has been working extremely hard to bring you an issue that is full of innovative and exhilarating companies, and we believe that this could be the best issue yet!

Asset Management News.................................................................................4

We have searched the length and breadth of the UK to bring you some of the most ground-breaking innovations and this month we are overjoyed to be highlighting the activities of BSP Labels and Bellingham + Stanley.

Steel Fabrications News....................................................................................5

Firstly, we would like to focus on the accomplishments of BSP Labels. Due to their prominence in the industry; we are proud to feature BSP Labels for its excellence in providing ‘superior quality labelling solutions.’ To find out more, turn to page 2.

Anti Vibration Solutions News..................................................................6-7 Environmental News...........................................................................................8 Lab Practice UK...............................................................................................9-13 Water Effluence & Treatment News................................................. 14-15 Energy Pumps News........................................................................................ 15 Air Pollution Control News........................................................................... 19 Industrial News............................................................................................ 16-20

And secondly, we are featuring Bellingham + Stanley with the ‘100 Year Centenary Award’ feature following their impressive performance over the years. For more information, please look at the 4 page supplement. I hope you enjoy reading this issue of Best Practice UK as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you. Happy reading and we hope to see you for the next edition!

Kirsty Jo Quigley Editor For all advertising and sales enquiries, please contact Dave Priestley – Sales Manager 0121 711 2762 Published by Best Practice Midlands Ltd 0121 711 2761

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Industrial Excellence

Thorite Powers Spray Painting at Karl Labcell introduces a versatile Vella Vehicle Damage Repair Specialists water activity instrument The Karl Vella group’s latest Accident Repair Centre, at Deeside Industrial Park near Chester, houses advanced spray painting technology in the form of two spray booths – a normal static facility plus a state-of-the-art moving booth. Both the spray booths, plus all the compressed airpowered hand tools used by the Accident Repair Centre’s skilled workforce, rely on the performance of a new HPC compressor, recently installed by Thorite. Thorite is the UK's biggest independent distributor of pneumatic products and process systems and was approached by Karl Vella to quote on the compressor installation, plus a new aluminium pipework ring main. Mike Sarsfield, Karl Vella’s Operations Director, took up the story and said, “This is the first time we’ve been involved with Thorite, but we’d heard good things about them within the industry and certainly weren’t disappointed in our choice. They proposed an HPC SK25T compressor package as being the ideal solution. It’s powerful and rugged but also highly energy-efficient, which is something we insist on when considering any capital purchase-and having had experience of other HPC compressors within the Group I was confident that it would be totally reliable. Thorite's quote was competitive, backed by excellent service. Their

Labcell is introducing the Decagon Devices AquaLab TDL water activity analyser that can be used with virtually any solid, powder, paste or liquid. The new analyser features a tunable diode laser (TDL) for very precisely measuring water vapour in the headspace above the sample, hence it is unaffected by the presence of volatiles. engineers took a lot of care installing the ring main out of sight behind wall panels and within the suspended ceiling void and we’ve had no problems whatsoever. We’re now benefitting from two fully operational spray booths, with the improved process times from the moving booth proving to be particularly popular with our customers.” Ross Gowler, Thorite Marketing and Engineering Services Director T +44 (0)1274 663471 ross.gowler@thorite.co.uk www.thorite.co.uk

As well as being suitable for quality assurance and new product development in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and tobacco industries, the AquaLab TDL can be used for applications elsewhere, such as assessing aviation fuel for water contamination. It can even analyse products or ingredients containing the humectant propylene glycol, alcohol or soy sauce. The AquaLab TDL gives readings with

an accuracy of +/-0.003 aw in approximately two minutes.

simple by means of independent salt standards, and cleaning is easy.

Built-in temperature equilibration ensures that readings are always consistent, verification is quick and

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Labelling Solutions News

Investing in Labelling Solutions Best Practice is pleased to feature BSP Labels Ltd for its excellence in providing superior quality labelling solutions.

only achieved after continuous high levels of customer service and satisfaction are achieved. BSP regularly receive 98/100 on monthly scorecards with this client.

Over three decades of operation within the label industry has passed and the demand for BSP’s products and services has never been greater. This is because labels and labelling solutions are what the Hertfordshire-based business do best. The company is a manufacturer of bespoke labels and a provider of labelling systems & printer consumables as well as being an installer of warehouse racking labels & solutions. The past six months has seen the completion of a workplace transformation, which was made necessary after its ever-prominent surge in sales. The contemporary refurb saw significant investments being made in new machinery

and equipment; a progression enabling the company to keep on track with the ongoing advancements in technology. This renovation was supplemented further with the arrival of a Mark Andy 10” P3 flexographic printing press along with the acquisition of a new digital machine suitable for smaller run, high quality labels that are BS5609 approved. To compliment these machines further significant investment within technology and software in the company’s artwork and design studio will contribute to BSP’s further accelerated growth. The business was also recently awarded a ‘Supplier Strategic Partnership Status’ by Molecular Products, an award that has only ever been bestowed on two other suppliers and

BSP has seen a noticeable rise in enquiries regarding the variable data printing, barcode labelling and requirement for purchasing inhouse printers to provide printing solutions. This is an area where BSP can offer accurate and honest advice whilst providing competitive quotes. In addition, the recent changes within chemical labelling demanded the business was fully up to speed with all new EU legislation, to enable clients to meet deadlines and remain completely compliant with the associated standards. BSP understands that keeping abreast of what is happening within the industry is paramount for success within the market and so continually strives for further improvement. Its team of highly experienced professionals are looking forward to seeing what lies ahead as they step into the next chapter in their journey. Contact T +44 (0)1763 263388 sales@bsplabels.co.uk www.bsplabels.co.uk

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Industrial Excellence

LED Display & LED Sign Manufacturer Cool thinking at Thorite provides providing custom made solutions better cans for Crown Packaging With 35 years’ experience in the business, LEDsynergy is a market leader in the field of Programmable Electronic Display Systems and are able to offer a vast range of LED displays to meet a wide variety of customer applications from simple single and multi-line displays to time and countdown clocks, to full colour video boards for both Indoor and Outdoor use. The displays can be used creatively and imaginatively to display eye-catching effects. The full colour video boards are stunning and will run live video images, pre-stored adverts and animation to absolutely stunning effect. We are totally dedicated to the design, development, supply and

and commissioning. We provide the best advice, very competitive prices and highly reliable products. With a vast range of products we can compete at all levels of tendering.

installation of Programmable Electronic displays. We have a highly dedicated and professional team all working in synergy to offer the complete solution from initial design through fabrication to installation

The key to our success is reliability coupled with the highest quality of design and service, with a total commitment to every customer through all aspects of their project. Flexibility and careful design are key factors in ensuring accurate compliance to customer specifications with relatively short lead-times. Contact T +44 (0)1264 303030 sales@ledsynergy.co.uk www.ledsynergy.co.uk

UK Manufacturing at its best British Manufacturers’ organisation EEF may be reporting that the sector has lost momentum in recent months (The Guardian, June 1st 2015) but Skipton-based manufacturer Fibrelite continues to demonstrate UK manufacturing at its best: providing innovative, highly engineered GRP composite manhole and trench covers with quick delivery to customers. Managing Director, Ian Thompson explained, “What sets us apart in our sector is that we manufacture our highly engineered composite products here in the UK to meet our customer’s individual needs and our experienced technical support team are always on hand to provide support.” Fibrelite’s composite manhole covers are now industry standard on petrol station forecourts, having been first installed as far back as 1980, and they are now tried and trusted in over 80 countries in facilities as diverse as Data Centres; Water Treatment Plants; Power Stations; Pharmaceutical Plants; Hospitals; University Campuses; Shopping Centres and Housing Developments – not forgetting a London Zoo and a specialist water treatment

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Thorite carried out site surveys and developed a solution centred on two Parker Adiabatic Air Blast water coolers to supply cooling water to the hydraulics of the can making equipment. These coolers consist of copper tube and aluminium Magnesium Fin Coil Blocks, direct drive axial fansets, galvanised steel casings, stainless steel collection trays, local fan isolators and variable fan controls as standard. Adiabatic cooling is achieved by mains water distributed over an evaporative cooling media through which incoming air passes. The cooled dry air then passes onto

a coil for further cooling. This method prolongs the coil life by reducing coil fouling and negates the need for expensive mains water treatment. Contact Ross Gowler, Thorite Marketing and Engineering Services Director T +44 (0)1274 663471 www.thorite.co.uk

The Shropshire-based company is renowned for being the UK’s leading industry specialist in WRAS-approved GRP cold water storage tanks and chemical storage tanks. The family business spans over three generations (having been established as a limited company in 1975), and this September the team will be celebrating their 40th anniversary – a significant achievement which emphasises their long-standing success. system recently installed in Antarctica! Additional manufacturing facilities in the US and Malaysia allow the company to deliver quickly and economically to customers around world. Contact T +44 (0)1756 799773 www.fibrelite.com Twitter: #coveringtheworld

In order to alleviate the risk to its lone working maintenance team, Circle Housing Property Services has introduced ‘MySOS Mandown’ personal safety devices, developed exclusively by Skyguard.

To mitigate the risk to its lone workers, CHPS chose to adopt Skyguard’s MySOS Mandown devices – a small, discreet and easy to use personal safety alarm, featuring GPS, GPRS and Mandown technologies. Certified to the highest industry standards (BS 8484, Secured by Design), the MySOS Mandown is the smallest and lightest device available in Europe, enabling the team to conveniently carry the alarm on their person. With two-way audio, it

Three companies were contacted by Crown to solve this problem including Thorite, the UK’s biggest distributor of pneumatic products and process systems, with a brief to supply and install advanced, energy-efficient equipment.

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Skyguard Personal Alarms give confidence Circle Housing Property Services (CHPS) are an in-house property maintenance team providing services to Circle Housing’s regional providers. Employing around 115 lone working tradesmen across a large geographical area presented a high risk of workplace injury or assault. Not only are the tradesman often working from heights but regularly carry out tasks alone.

Crown Packaging in Carlisle enjoys huge demand from consumer marketing companies around the world for its colourful food and beverage cans. In fact demand has been so great that the specialist hydraulics on the can making machinery were running at dangerously high temperatures, leading to the danger of costly breakdowns.

provides lone workers with a simple yet effective way to call for help in any emergency situation. When the user raises the alarm, an alert is instantly sent to Skyguard’s dedicated Incident Management Centre (IMC), along with the GPS location of the device. A professionally trained Controller at the IMC will first listen in and assess the situation, before talking to the user and taking the appropriate action. Favoured largely by CHPS was the devices’ Mandown function, automatically raising an alarm in the event of a fall or sudden impact. For more information on Skyguard’s products, please call: +44 (0)845 036 0999 or visit: www.skyguardgroup.com

Precolour’s products include water tanks, plant tanks, GRP covers, screened overflow kits, tank accessories and water tank fittings (such as equilibrium ball valves, Aylesbury float valves, screened overflow kits, AB Air gap weirs and float level switches to comply with water tank byelaws). They offer a vast selection of tanks which consists of one piece water storage tanks, semi sectional water tanks and sectional water tanks. No matter the type, each individual product is incredibly reliable and robust, as they are all strategically constructed to meet the stringent requirements of BS EN 13280: 2001. Further validation comes in the form of specification by many local authorities, architects and consulting engineers.

These efficient storage tanks are suitable for many applications, such as potable water, rainwater harvesting, mild chemical, sludge, slurry, grey water and effluent. Contact T +44 (0)1630 657281 enquiries@precolortankdivision.co.uk www.precolortankdivision.co.uk

Built for industry JEI Solutions has evolved from Jancy Engineering Industrial, originally formed in 1993. The business now boasts a high calibre of excellence as a one stop solutions provider, supporting a diverse metal drilling and fabricating industry. Their products are used in over 30 countries worldwide, supported by its network of international distributors. The company’s key product brands of MAGBEAST portable magnetic drilling machines and TURBO annular cutters are manufactured to the highest standards to meet the expectations of a heavily industrial market.

JEI Solutions continues to invest in hole-making and metal fabricating technology. Whether this is achieved in-house or in conjunction with our close trading partners, JEI constantly strives for the very best solutions to meet the distinct challenges of the metal working industry.

Equipped with highly experienced sales, technical and service personnel, the company are able to offer the highest quality services to each and every customer. Their highly qualified sales engineers are on hand and can demonstrate the full range of equipment, directly at your place of work. On site consultations can be held to advise and resolve any application difficulties and enhance production methods and product training is provided to make sure the best performance is achieved from your JEI investment. T +44 (0)1706 229490 sales@jeisolutions.co.uk www.jeiuk.com

New online induction software designed to reduce health and safety risks induct.me, specialises in innovative online induction software – designed to save companies time and money inducting their workforce quickly and consistently, and minimising the health and safety risk. In a high risk work environment, the need for an effective induction process is fundamental to limiting incidents in the workplace. induct.me is a web-based system, allowing for the seamless and consistent induction of contractors and employees, across multiple locations. Debbie Plumridge, induct.me Manager commented, “Designing and delivering relevant induction packages can be a costly and complex

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contractor or employee will have to demonstrate understanding before they can begin work.”

task. induct.me has been created to reduce the heavy admin from the induction process, as well as provide employers with the ability to maintain a secure record of all their inductees. Managers and supervisors can set all the required parameters for passing the induction process meaning every

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She continued, “It is not uncommon for company inductions to become inconsistent as they are dependent on who delivers them and when. induct. me eliminates this issue as all the relevant resources and questionnaires are presented from a central online location and can be tailored for specific sites. Therefore employers have the confidence that all their staff have received and understood the health and safety requirements before they step on site.” T +44 (0)1243 836687 support@induct.me www.induct.me

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The UK based Laboratory Instrument Specialists Spectronic Camspec Ltd, the UK’s largest independent laboratory instrument sales and service organisation, is a leading equipment supplier considered the main port-of-call for lab technicians.

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Established in 1971, Spectronic is well known to many laboratory managers in the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, water industry, educational, research and healthcare fields. The company’s clients include most well-known food brands, academic institutions and research labs as well as specialist labs serving the oil, gas, lubricant, fertiliser, pharmaceutical, textiles, water and brewing sectors. The business supplies and services a vast variety of leading analytical instruments including food texture analysers, UV/ VIS spectrophotometers, FTIR spectrophotometers, mercury analysers, polarimeters, refractometers, flame photometers

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and a comprehensive range of electrochemical instrumentation for all laboratories, backed up by a rapid response online store for consumables. Spectronic has cemented its position as the UK’s foremost position in the industry with its recent appointment onto the North West University Purchasing Consortium. Whilst discussing this accomplishment, which will see the team provide their bestselling UV/Vis spectrophotometers as part of the High Value laboratory equipment framework, Managing Director Mark Brereton commented: “We’ve always been the preferred choice by academia and this agreement supports that position. Universities particularly appreciate the robustness of our equipment, its longevity and, of course, its accuracy.”

winners amongst research students too. We also find that a significant number of these undergraduates then start to specify Spectronic equipment once they enter industry and are in a position to do so.”

“Our spectrophotometers are easy to use and that makes them

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To boast their range of products Spectronic will be at the Lab Innovations exhibition in Birmingham where Managing Director Mark Brereton and team will be on hand to demonstrate the advances made possible by new faster lab equipment. Come down to stand D3 during 4-5th November to have a chat with the Spectronic team, who will be more than happy to assist and inform.

Established in 1980, Trace Laboratories was formed by NHS qualified clinical chemists Garry Carter and Peter Lapworth. Both partners had further specialised in toxicology, with particular reference to trace metal and trace organic analysis, with its obvious usefulness in the field of occupational health monitoring. This gives a great deal of experience and expertise in various interconnecting subjects. Peter Lapworth has now retired and is succeeded by Ruth Phillips. After the introduction of the Control of Lead at Work act (1980) and the COSHH regulations, the business was set up with the central aim to offer a specialist service to the occupational health sector. Continued progression and a dedication to the field resulted in Trace Laboratories extending its capabilities in relation to analytical techniques; all of its services can be discussed with each client in order to reach a solution most appropriate for their individual requirements, and all partners welcome the opportunity to discuss these matters.

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The company’s competencies include atomic absorption spectroscopy, gas-liquid and high pressure liquid chromatographies, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and ICPMS; enabling the opportunity to undertake various tests in both trace metal and organic analyses. This includes all associated aspects, including sampling and report generation.

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Inevitably, quality control and compliancy is of great significance to Trace Laboratories; invariably to provide exceptional services to those working across all sectors of the health care industry. Its client base includes the National Health Service, private practice, occupational health services and H.S.E appointed factory medical officers (spread around the world) and a large percentage of the work is carried out on behalf of the occupational health monitoring faction.

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To ensure absolute professionalism and excellence, Trace Laboratories has a stringent quality and inspection system in place. All operations are subject to meticulous checking procedures throughout all of the analytical, administrative and clerical processes, controlled by a wide-ranging internal and external quality assurance programs, including NEQAS (National External Quality Assurance Scheme) and TEQAS (Trace Element Quality Assurance Scheme), in which performance is excellent and results are available for discussion with clients if necessary.

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Industrial Excellence – Disinfection & Decontamination

Touch-less disinfection services Lab Practice is extremely proud to present Sanondaf with its Industrial Excellence 2015 Award. As the only decontamination franchise in the UK, Sanondaf specialises in the disinfection and decontamination markets using revolutionary and completely touch-less disinfection technologies. They provide a touch-less disinfection system that kills 99.99% of harmful bacteria, viruses, fungi and mould. Sanondaf was established in Malta in 2011 and operated as a company owned business until 2014. The UK became the first International Region with Stuart and Ian White acquiring the licence to operate in the UK. The UK head office is now based in Lanarkshire and the company currently has operations in 14 territories including Brighton, Gatwick, London Camden, Watford, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Liverpool, Manchester South, Glasgow, Luton and Stratford.

Stuart White, Director of Sanondaf UK, commented, “We believe that everyone deserves to live, work and play in a hygienic and safe environment. Our Mission is to help people live safely, by reducing the risks associated with infection and cross contamination. We achieve this through our commitment to using the highest quality products, fully trained Sanondaf Technicians and continuous product development. “We offer cost-effective and highly efficient services responding to outbreaks such as Norovirus, C-Diff, MRSA and many more. We can enter premises where there has been an outbreak and have it fully cleaned and back up and running in a couple of hours. We serve a wide and varied range of clients and sectors including hospitals, care homes, schools and nurseries, offices, food production facilities, sporting and social venues.” Touch less disinfectant is highly efficient, eliminates human error and costs less than traditional deep cleaning. Rivalling standard cleaning products and applications that don’t always reach the critical area, Sanondaf targets the source of the problem directly.

When asked to discuss the company’s plans for the future, Stuart concluded, “We have witnessed continuous expansion and enhanced our offer of further treatment services over the years. In regards to the future our aim is to have 100 operational territories across the UK. “We will continue to bring the most innovative products to the market providing excellent customer service. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for the most vulnerable and this has driven us to develop solutions for the most prevalent issues using excellent technologies.” Sanondaf attends many trade shows throughout the year including IPS, HCAI, Patient First and both care conferences in England and Scotland. T +44 (0)1236 702028 info@sanondaf.co.uk www.sanondaf.co.uk

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Contamination Solutions News

They have developed an innovative, leading edge hydrogen peroxide fogging and electrostatic spraying system, combined with a patented and approved disinfectant, SanoChem. Used as a supplement to traditional infection control measures, such as manual cleaning, SanoChem is 100% environmentally friendly and poses no threat to humans, animals or plants. SanoChem is also non-corrosive and is safe and recommended for use on electronic devices and equipment.

Providing Flexible Containment across the World Cheshire-based business ONFAB Ltd is best known for being a globally recognised leader in both containment and flexible film glove bag technologies. Longevity in the field (having been originally founded in 2004) has seen the company recently celebrate its tenth year running in business. ONFAB can essentially assist you in turning your containment ideas into a fully functioning product suitable for any individual application. The distinguished specialists can provide consultancy services as well as flexible film fabrication, environmental fan systems, containment equipment, continuous liner systems, clean rooms & suites, aseptic isolators and Perspex and stainless steel hard isolators. In terms of recent developments, ONFAB now offers Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide Systems (VHPS®) and is operating exclusively in the UK as official agents to Tailin. Providing the highest level of sterilisation across a broad spectrum including bacteria, viruses and fungi, this bio-decontamination technology is compatible with almost all materials (including apparatus, computers, ceilings and floors). VHPS is an exceptionally efficient method because it minimises the impact on materials whilst optimising the time of H2O2 residue removal, fundamentally acting as a fully comprehensive sterilisation, detection and verification solution for customers.

ONFAB has maintained its enviable position in the sector by remaining completely committed to the cause; developing and utilising the equipment selection process model combined with unique product innovations to take the competency of containment technology to even greater performance levels. An enriched understanding and wealth of experience in containment makes the company the go-to place for all of your associated queries - whether you want to validate a newly set up facility, generate equipment/premises designs or project manage an installation, ONFAB’s team are the people you need to talk to. T +44 (0)1606 832080 enquiries@onfab.co.uk www.onfab.co.uk

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Laboratory News

Do you need reliable, rapid and reasonably priced trace metal analysis? Trace Laboratories was formed in 1980 to offer analytical services to occupational health professionals, and has become a well known and respected provider of such services. A wide range of elements are available for occupational and healthcare monitoring. These include Mercury, Lead, Copper, Zinc, Selenium, Chromium and Cobalt. Solvents Testing The following solvents (including metabolites) can also be analysed by Trace Laboratories in blood or urine: Benzene, Xylene, Toluene, Perchloroethylene, Methylene Chloride, Methyl Ethyl Ketone. Requests for other solvents can be considered. If you feel that these services may be of use, please contact either Garry Carter or Ruth Phillips to discuss your requirements. Fully quality controlled, both internal and external, details available to all clients.

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Quality Concrete Testing Central Midland Laboratories Ltd (CML) was established in 2012 by Neal Rodney and Nick Collier, two highly experienced concrete technologists. Between them and their combined 70 years of industry experience they have successfully helped the company to become a distinguished name in concrete testing and structural investigations. The business, which is based in Tyseley, Birmingham, offers materials testing, calibrations, training and technical advice as well as its refined capabilities in structural investigations and concrete testing (on site and in the laboratory). CML’s notable innovation and cost-effectiveness is further supplemented by its founders’ extensive support network of specialist contacts, which means all needs can be met efficiently and accordingly. (Pictured) Nick Collier & Neal Rodney, Directors of Central Midland Laboratories

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“With Central Midland Laboratories Ltd, it’s all about the service,” commented Director Neal. “We have an enriched technical knowledge and an abundance of contacts, so we are equipped to provide you with the details of those who can help you (if necessary) in regards to any related concerns you may have. We understand that time is of the essence and so make

it a priority to arrive promptly on site and provide reports as quick as possible whilst offering competitive prices. “We have many plans for the future – our business plan is brimming with ideas as to how we can develop the company further. We are looking into amalgamating and incorporating other divisions (such as water & chemical testing, research & development and training) and expanding into the European market for testing cements. We are also moving into the training aspect of concrete investigations; utilising specialised investigative equipment and putting together a training seminar whilst increasing our UKAS-accredited range of testing procedures.” Feel free to get in touch with CML today; for all of your associated queries, their friendly team of professionals will be happy to help deliver a solution suitable for your business needs. T +44 (0)121 707 9873 enquiries@midland-laboratories.co.uk www.midland-laboratories.co.uk

The Company originated in June 2012 from the motivation of two experienced Concrete Technologists, Mr Neal Rodney and Mr Nick Collier. They believe that their combined 70 years of experience in the industry, along with their support network of specialist contacts, can offer a competitive innovative service. Nick’s position as Chairman of the Midlands Region Concrete Society and also Chairman of the Concrete Society Regions and Clubs Committee is testament to the knowledge and support that the Concrete Industry can receive from our company. In the initial stages, CML Ltd was helped in establishing itself with the support and cooperation of Lifting Equipment Supplies and Starfish Media. We can now offer a number of services including Concrete/Materials Testing, Structural Investigations, Calibrations, Training and Advice. We have a very flexible approach in providing solutions for your business needs so please do not hesitate to contact us if you have a query.

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Excellent Construction Products Celebrating its 125th birthday this year, Naylor Drainage is a longstanding family owned business spanning four generations. It has swiftly developed to become a frontrunner in the drainage solutions faction of the widespread construction industry, operating from six separate facilities across the UK to efficiently handle the ever-increasing customer demand. The company’s roots revolved around the manufacture of clay pipes – a product which it has made for over a century – but throughout the course of its existence it has diversified its interests across a broad spectrum of the building and construction facets. Its extensive range of drainage and concrete products are now sold as far afield as South East Asia and Australasia. Its popular line of products includes gardenware (flower pots, patio pots and Malaysian & Mediterranean glazed pots), clayware (high strength vitrified clay drainage products with excellent chemical & heat resistant properties) and plastic (covering surface water drainage and ventilation/cable ducting) as well as Naylor Amco Plastics and other specialist forms which can be manufactured from 2mm up to 200mm in a variety of materials including MDPE, HDPE, PVC, PE, PP, ABS and LDPE. The pipes, tubes and fittings available are cost-effective, durable and simple to install, and they come in a range of different sizes to ensure appropriateness for a whole host of applications. Bespoke solutions ensure that all individual specifications can be seen to, from the provision of development samples and short production runs to special sizes and fabricated assemblies. One of Naylor Drainage’s most recent innovations is the Smart

Gully; a suite which merges sophisticated adapters with Smart Sponge® technology to provide a cost-effective solution for efficient filtration in all kinds of gully. Graham Martin-Loat, General Manager at Naylor Environmental Ltd, explained more, “The Smart Gully was devised in conjunction with the Wiltshire Council, who had been experiencing problems with their gully waste,” he detailed. “As a result they deployed a smart sponge which effectively skims oil contamination off surfaces without interfering with the water flow. “These adapters are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for usage in carparks, roads and highways. In worst case scenarios they should be changed every couple of years, which can be done easily due to their reflective strips. What’s more, you can even sell the waste (once extracted) as fertiliser as opposed to paying an authority to dispose of it, meaning you actually get revenue instead of expense!” To find out more about Naylor Drainage and any of its high quality products and services, get in touch with the group today. Contact T +44 (0)1226 790591 info@naylor.co.uk www.naylor.co.uk

Drayton Tank & Accessories Ltd Specialists in Water Storage Tanks Drayton Tanks produces one of the largest ranges of (GRP) Glass Reinforced Plastic water tanks for both hot and cold water storage as well as chemical and other solutions. This includes tanks for Waste Water, Effluent and chemical storage along with a large range of tanks suitable for Feed and expansion F&E tanks for water up to 70°C. Hot water tanks as available from our Chemical range suitable for water up to 120°C. Our extensive range water tanks and storage tanks includes: • Wras approved water tanks suitable for drinking water (Potable) • Cold Water Booster Pump Break Tanks • Rainwater and storm water tanks • Break tanks and Header tanks • Effluent and Chemical storage tanks • Grey and waste water tanks. We supply and deliver to the whole of the UK.

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Leading supplier of high quality valves and components GA Valves formed in 1990 is a leading supplier of high quality valves and components as listed below which are internationally recognised as industry standards. We offer a comprehensive range of Dorot automatic control valves for water and waste water applications. We also manufacture and distribute HiVent air release and vacuum valves and a wide selection of spare parts following the purchase of intellectual property rights from Blakeborough – another highly respected name which closed in 1989. GA Valves also offers its comprehensive gate valve range from 50mm to 1,400mm, we can also offer spur or bevel gearbox operation and By-pass function ex-stock, along with Check valves, Free Acting (Recoil Type) Check

Valves, WRAS approved potable water Air valves, sewage Air valves, butterfly Valves, Valve Marker Systems and miscellaneous valve packages where we can soured outside the range from other manufacture for the water industry, power generation and general industrial markets. With the comprehensive range of Dorot Control Valves, we are able to

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Box Culverts over the years For more than 40 years, Milton Precast has designed and manufactured a large collection of box culverts for the civil engineering, commercial, housing, industrial, agricultural, rail and utilities sectors in the United Kingdom.

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During this time, there have been many advances in site practices, who have not only witnessed a large reduction in accidents as health and safety procedures have been put into practice but also the introduction of off-site manufacturing which has meant faster and safer installation methods that have become more cost beneficial to the customer.

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Energy Ram and Diaphragm Pumps are designed and manufactured in-house, ensuring the vital quality, toughness and reliability of these essential products. Energy Pumps range of Ram Pumps begins with the smallest 240mm mechanical Ram, through to the 460mm hydraulic Ram Pump. With many different sizes available, it ensures that there is an Energy Pump for most STW applications, including Quarries and Mines where Energy Ram Pumps are suited to tough grit and slit handling. The Hydraulic Ram Pumps are controlled by our own software, also developed “in-house,” so that we are able to tailor the Pump to your exact needs, ensuring maximum performance for the job in hand. Energy hydraulic Ram Pumps are also available in a duplex configuration which allows for higher flow rates, with pressures reaching up to 20 bar.

Production facilities at Milton Precast have also improved with better manufacturing methods that enable them to include dry weather flow channels, end walls, access points, vent holes, inlets, outlets, rungs, angles and splayed ends in their range. The Company has become more customer focused, with qualified civil engineers being employed who can provide AutoCAD drawings, designs, calculations and installation advice and box culverts are now made to the EuroCodes Practice

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The Energy Maxi, Major and Mastiff Diaphragm Pumps are the invaluable mainstay of many Sewage Treatment Works. They are competent in both primary and humus desludging and sledge transfer duties. Energy Pumps also have many applications in any industries which need to pump difficult sludge reliably and economically. The patented positive flow base of our Diaphragm Pumps, with patented anti-ragging, non-return Valves is designed to ensure that air quickly passes through the base, which then leads to an easier flow of contaminated materials. This, in turn offers low maintenance and ease of repair, when necessary. Energy Pumps are the obvious choice for many maintenance engineers.

which are a set of harmonized technical rules developed by the European Committee for Standardisation for the structural design of construction works in the European Union. To ensure that, Milton Precast meet their objection, they apply a quality management system which has been developed in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 certification and the products are CE marked. Where once, box culverts had to be especially designed and made to order, today Milton Precast have a range of culverts ex-stock readily available as well as a bespoke range where non-standard culverts are catered for. T +44 (0)1795 425191 sales@miltonprecast.com www.miltonprecast.co.uk

The range of Energy Diaphragm Pumps varies according to the application. The Energy Hydraulic Mastiff Diaphragm Pump is ideally suited for those jobs which require pumping difficult sludge to higher pressures while retaining longevity and reliability, plus ease of maintenance as with Energy Mechanical Pumps. The reliable and versatile Energy Mastiff Diaphragm Pump is based on our highly successful Major. Our Mechanical and Hydraulic Mastiffs allow for greater flow rates and delivery Head. They are capable of processing materials much quicker than the Energy Major Pump, for those tough-handling jobs which require the most robust Pumps. Being the smallest of the Energy Pumps, the Energy Maxi Diaphragm Pump was initially the first to be designed for small STW’s. This Pump has also proven itself to be popular with Abattoirs and Potteries. All Energy Diaphragm Pumps are reliable Flood-Water Pumps and are popular with Farmers for effluent, animal-feed and Agricultural purposes.

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Quality Ram and Diaphragm Pumps Energy Pumps are manufacturers of Quality Ram & Diaphragm Pumps to the Water Treatment and Process Industries. Established in 1979, the company is a family owned business offering Flexible Pumping Solutions that will satisfy a wide range of pumping applications.

Bradshaw Electric Vehicles, the UK’s largest manufacturer of industrial electric vehicles, has provided a bespoke tow tractor to a dump truck manufacturing company, in order to provide a material handling solution.

cab heater. Safety features include safety seat cut out, electronic regenerative braking under deceleration, dynamic speed sensing to prevent over-speeding in all driving conditions, automatic hill hold and automatically applied parking brake.

The tow tractor T30, with tow load capacity of 30 tonne, needed a 1,800mm clearance between the wheels in order to go over a pit in the paint shop, which was achieved by fitting 2 off drive motors to the rear wheels, special build chassis with offset cab.

Bradshaw offers a bespoke design and manufacture service, anything from designing small modifications to the existing product range to fit a specific requirement, to designing a completely new product fit for task.

The T30 tow tractor has six individual braking systems, twin headlights, sidelights, reverse lights, indicators, hazard warning lights and

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Cost Centre Services launches revolutionary energy management system Cost Centre Services (CCS), based in Norwich with offices around the UK, has launched EnergiPlan+ a new ground-breaking online energy solution software package for organisations and businesses, which aims to control energy, achieving reduced bills and carbon emissions. Mr Simon Binks, Managing Director at CCS says, “With a design that focuses on speed, EnergiPlan+ is the first software package of its kind to bring professional energy management within the reach of any business, whatever their budget or level of technical expertise.” With EnergiPlan+, users can now create a detailed inventory of their energy assets, specifying when each one is used, as well as setting targets to monitor progress. Not only that, customers can choose specific equipment upgrades that are already costed, develop forecast budgets and manage all aspects of their inventory including PAT tests, servicing and works orders.

For firms who are struggling to manage their energy use, EnergiPlan+ is both a revelation and a breath of fresh air. The system is also capable of ISO 50001 certification, making it fully compliant with ESOS regulations. The team at CCS offer full support with every aspect of the EnergiPlan+ system, from configuring the system, initial build of the inventory, to helping clients get the most out of the system on a day-to-day basis. To find out more about EnergiPlan+, visit: www.costcentre.co.uk or call: +44 (0)345 450 1443.

A new video from Mitsubishi Electric shows how the company took its head office from an ‘E’ to a ‘B’ energy rating and offers advice on how other companies can do the same.

“We’ve been on an eight year journey and one of the things we are saying in this video is that any business could and should be planning to improve the performance of their building,” explains Russell Jones who hosts the video. “Just like any other company we have had to make a strong business case for each

Developed over 30 years, the extensive range of pumps offer quality and reliability as well as being energy efficient, easy to maintain and offering low overall whole life costs. They are suited to the most arduous conditions imaginable, and are therefore capable of virtually any application, so long as it falls within their flow rate and pressure output.

endeavour to machine the various castings that make up the pumps ‘in house’ and the pumps are then assembled by a small team of dedicated and skilled staff. The pumps are built to order specification to ensure that the customer can get the best performance from the pump for the job in hand. Staff are as helpful as possible and assist customers with the siting of our pumps in order to get the best performance from them.

Attention to detail has always been central to the manufacture and supply of Energy Pumps’ equipment. Where possible, the company

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Air source replaces ground source at Northeast Eco Centre When the pioneering Hebburn Eco Centre needed to replace its 20 year old ground source heating, the building’s owners turned to a cascade air source heat pump system from Mitsubishi Electric. Designed and built by Groundwork South Tyneside and Newcastle (STAN) and opened in 1996, the Eco Centre was a pioneering venture to demonstrate renewable technologies and sustainable design.

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Today the Eco Centre remains one of Europe’s most sustainable buildings. The building is the Groundwork Trust's headquarters, which has a mission to support local communities and therefore also lets out 16 office spaces, as well as daily hire of its Board and Conference rooms. The office complex was originally built with a very green ethos in mind, with all materials recycled from sustainable sources, including re-used bricks from a demolished factory, an aluminium roof re-smelted from old drink cans, wood from farmed forests and woollen carpets.

with support for local jobs, job creation and social enterprise. The building offers 16 offices to let, ranging in size from 30sqm to 104sqm. The Eco Centre conference room is renowned as an excellent training venue and is used by both external companies and the various Groundwork STAN teams.

It also has high levels of insulation to reduce the amount of energy needed to heat the building and keep the occupants warm.

The building’s beautifully airy Atrium, complete with internal water feature, also provides a calm environment for impromptu meetings and networking, as well as being a relaxing place to have lunch.

Electricity is generated by an on-site wind turbine and photovoltaic display, helping to ensure that the award-winning project has become an exemplar of sustainability.

All offices have wall mounted trunking including power points and can be adapted for data points. The building has communal kitchens on both the ground and first floor.

Oakes Energy worked with Minden Wood Consultants to find an ideal solution, which turned out to be four Ecodan 14kW air source heat pumps working together in a cascade system.

The Trust has been working for over 30 years supporting the communities across the UK and with the installation of the new Ecodan system, Groundwork STAN and its Eco Centre is ready for the challenges yet to come.

The purpose-built, two-storey building provides tenancies for local start-up businesses, along

Trios help West Bromwich bus station improve efficiency The installation of new air conditioning into an iconic bus station is helping keep office staff comfortable – whatever the weather.

to satisfy clients’ demands in a rapidly evolving property marketplace. The company is an Accredited Installer of Mitsubishi Electric equipment and was aware of the benefits of using City Multi Replace systems to upgrade R22 air conditioning.

Managed by Centro, West Bromwich station was built in 2002 and provides the town with a major interchange between local bus services and also with the nearby Midland Metro tram line.

Yvonne Whelan was full of praise for Costas and his engineers and is also delighted with the clean look of the new equipment and the enhancement in performance. Trios engineers were able to complete the entire replacement in two weeks despite having to work around both the busy bus station and the working offices.

The existing air conditioning system had worked well since 2002 but was getting old and was using R22 refrigerant which is now banned, so the company was aware that it needed to find a suitable replacement. Most rooms in the building complex have lots of glazing and therefore air conditioning is a must.

new piece of equipment, but the fact that we have improved so much and have significantly reduced running costs shows the advantages that can be gained.” The video can be viewed on the company’s dedicated YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/mitsubishielectric2 www.livingenvironmentalsystems. mitsubishielectic.co.uk

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The new system uses two City Multi Replace VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) air conditioning units for the bulk of the complex, which includes the Centro office and travel shop. Two Mr Slim split systems were also installed to provide air conditioning to the mobility shop at street level. The added benefit of using the City Multi system is that can simultaneously heat and cool different areas so that the energy loads can

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Centro now has a modern, energy efficient system that offers more control and flexibility and will keep both commuters and office staff comfortable for years to come. be more balanced across the building, thereby increasing efficiency. As a national provider of facility and property related services, with extensive experience in the public and private property sectors, Trios Compliance is able to offer both the depth of experience and the breadth of skills required

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Sysop helps Odeon Cinemas Union Industries open the I.T. Service desk support the door to growth with new business through change appointments Following ODEON Cinemas’ decision to introduce a new IT service management framework based on ‘ITIL’ best practice, IT educator and consultant Sysop is working with the company’s IT service desk to help it manage through change and upskill its people. The service desk, which has been in place for 18 months supports over 120 cinemas in the UK and Ireland (with over 850 screens) as well as two large offices and a number of field based users.

IT service management environment and upskilling our people to optimise our support for the business.” ODEON service desk staff is attending a mix of Sysop IT service management, ITIL Overview and Foundation courses to support the same IT-business objectives. Contact T +44 (0)1706 361110 www.sysop.co.uk

“The IT department is keen to see the service continue its growth and development, to support the wider needs of the business.” says ODEON Cinemas Service Desk Manager, Colin Birnie. “It was founded to drive down costs, improve control and deliver a better service for our cinemas. Beginning with the service desk, we are upgrading our

Union Industries, the Leeds-based manufacturer of Industrial Rapid Roll Doors, has welcomed two new members to its sales team following an ongoing period of increased demand from the South of England, spurred on by the success of its Lifetime Warranty scheme. The latest additions, Lisa Dunderdale and Henry Patterson (Pictured), will join Union’s experienced sales team after impressing the Employee-Owned company during a series of interviews. Unlike other companies, Union interview candidates using employees from all levels within the company to ensure the right people are found first time and perhaps more importantly, they share Union’s philosophy. Henry, 25, who lives just north-west of Oxford, has joined as a Technical Sales Engineer, covering the southern part of the UK. His main role will be the selling of

Union’s doors by following up on leads generated by the team based at its Leeds headquarters. Henry’s previous experience in selling high quality, high value capital equipment will be advantageous when selling Union’s products on a B2B basis. Lisa brings with her a wealth of sales experience and will form part of Union’s Sales Intelligence Development Department; she will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong customer relationships as well as tracking planned projects that may require High Speed Doors. T +44 (0)113 244 8393 enquiries@unionindustries.co.uk www.unionindustries.co.uk

Non-destructive testing Established in 2000, Euroteck Systems is a leading supplier of NDT (Non Destructive Testing) equipment in the UK. With years of experience in NDT, the company’s experienced engineers have an extensive knowledge base for finding the best solution to a problem. The privately owned, limited company was set up by its two current directors, Mr Collin Sampson – MD and Mr Gary Wehrle – Operations Director. Both have a wealth of experience working in NDT service positions, and so the business was started to further the competition in this market. From the very beginning Euroteck knew that a high quality after-sales capability would be critical to winning new business and its prime directive has always been that they will not sell what they cannot support. Located in Tamworth, Euroteck is ideally situated to provide a fast and efficient nondestructive testing service both in the UK and throughout Europe. It is close to the motorway network and two international airports ensuring that its well-equipped Field Service Engineers are able to reach the majority of clients within a few hours,

responding to emergency breakdowns in the shortest possible time. Stocked with extensive spares of the most critical items, Euroteck are equipped to easily arrange to exchange defective parts and get customers up and running again as quickly as possible. Euroteck Systems has been ISO accredited since 2003. Part of a small number of NDT Service companies who hold this prestigious accreditation, the company’s scope of accreditation covers all activities in the supply, maintenance and calibration of NDT equipment. The accreditation also covers

Still a family-owned company, HEINE is now the world’s largest exporter of primary, hand-held diagnostic instruments.

component inspection using various X-Ray technologies. Euroteck is also an active participating member of both The British Institute of NDT and The American Society for Non-destructive Testing. Passionate about NDT and what it can do to solve manufacturing and quality issues, Euroteck are keen to see how they can improve your products, reduce your Q.C. costs, and solve those manufacturing difficulties. For more information, contact Euroteck Systems using one of the sources below: T +44 (0)1827 312455 sales@euroteck.co.uk www.euroteck.co.uk

Located near Munich, Germany, HEINE Optotechnik has been designing and manufacturing the highest quality diagnostic instruments for medical and industrial applications for more than 60 years. Users around the world consider us as the premier name for innovative design, performance, quality and overall value. Today, we set the standard by which all other diagnostic instruments are measured. Still a family-owned company, HEINE is now the world’s largest exporter of primary, hand-held diagnostic instruments.

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Optical Inspection Instruments – Technical Applications and Quality Control Most of the instruments are fitted with a miniature XHL Xenon Halogen bulb with a

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Alpha Tanks are an engineering fabrication company specializing in the design and manufacture of a range of steel tanks, pressure vessels and tank components. It was established by Eugene McGinnity and Fergal Cleary in 2004 and is located in Clones, County Monaghan, Ireland. They offer a full design and manufacturing service for a range of steel tanks, pressure vessels and bespoke fabrications. Certified to ISO 9001:2008 and with many years of specialist engineering experience, Alpha Tanks have grown steadily to provide a comprehensive design and manufacture service to a number of major engineering companies.

VisionScope Technologies Heine Endoscopes – Quality has a name Heine Endoscopes – Quality has a name Located near Munich, Germany, HEINE Optotechnik has been designing and manufacturing the highest quality diagnostic instruments for medical and industrial applications for more than 60 years. Users around the world consider us as the premier name for innovative design, performance, quality and overall value. Today, we set the standard by which all other diagnostic instruments are measured.

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much brighter light and longer working life than those of conventional miniature bulbs. Each bulb is specially designed to suit the instrument to which it is fitted.

With a battery or rechargeable handle or the 12V-Accubox you need no mains power supply and you are completely mobile. Convenience is a special feature of all our instruments because they are designed exclusively with the needs of the user in mind. This is particularly so with mini instruments which can be carried in a coat pocket thanks to their compact size and weight which is not much greater than that of a pen.

Other services supplied include pipe welding, stainless steel fabrication, painting including specialist internal coatings, site installation services and NDT inspections. Work at their 60,000ft2 factory is produced by a team of skilled, time served tradesmen including coded welders. Alpha Tanks manufacture a range of shop built process and storage tanks, in both carbon and stainless steels. Their range includes cylindrical above and below ground tanks, rectangular, single and double skinned, bunded, sectional and framed tanks and many more. In house design, draughting and 3D modelling capabilities together with a range of modern fabrication and finishing equipment, allows Alpha Tanks to be selfsufficient in their tank and vessel supply. Industry sectors supplied include Water/ Wastewater, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energies, Chemical, Dry Bulk Storage and Minerals & Mining. Contact T 00353 4751090 info@alphatanks.ie www.alphatanks.ie

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Union help draw the curtain on cross contamination

Is it time to combat the Cinderella Treatment of IT?

Union Industries has installed one of its market leading Industrial Curtains at Bradford-based manufacturer Mibelle Ltd to help prevent cross contamination and protect its production area during busy clean down periods.

IT educator and consultant Sysop’s latest survey reveals a need to revisit and reinforce the importance of IT for business. “ITIL and other education is designed to promote IT’s profile and professionalism, with a commercial goal to achieve the alignment of IT with business objectives,” says Sysop Managing Director and Lead Consultant, Stuart Sawle. “There is a continuing need to champion the benefits of IT for business, to correct any drift into Cinderella territory.”

The Bi-Parting Weighted Mobile Curtain System, which stands at 5.25m wide with a 2.9m drop, is suspended from Union’s new stainless steel tracking system and has enabled the company to carry out extensive cleaning without compromising the facility’s hygiene. It features two Vybac windows which

As part of the agreement between the two companies, Sam Omelia, Advance Apprentice Mechanical Engineer at Mibelle, worked alongside Union’s Engineers to complete the project, which formed an integral part of his studies at Bradford College in Mechanical Engineering.

allows the clean-up operation to be continuously monitored. The curtain system has been designed to include a 50mm ground clearance to avoid the build-up of standing water.

Mibelle Group is a manufacturer which serves personal care, home care and nutrition sectors. It is also active in the development and management of exclusive brands in the cosmetics sector. T +44 (0)113 244 8393 www.unionindustries.co.uk

Business Law Online’s fixed price legal services challenges traditional legal practices Many small to medium sized businesses do not have adequate legal protection for a whole range of important areas, including corporate, contractual, intellectual property and employment law. Business Law Online has addressed this issue with its fixed price legal services offering.

service level agreements ensure that work is completed on time, every time. The company operates virtually, so any geographical location can be covered both in the UK and abroad, with lawyers being available in person as and when required.

Business Law Online’s offering means that these companies can enter into a 1, 2 or 3 year agreement with them and their legal costs will be fixed at a monthly price, spread over the duration of the contract.

With monthly fees starting from as little as £50 per month. Small businesses can simply visit the Business Law Online website and contact us to ascertain what their fees will be.

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With over 1,000 Air and Gas Purification units installed throughout the UK, we have unparalleled experience in our field. We offer a full range of Jatreat Dry Scrubbing media and carbon, vital to the success of our Air, Gas & Odour Control Systems in the

There is recognition that IT has a functional role to play in the organisation, with 67% of respondents agreeing that it is ‘a business support function,’ and 38% saying it does this ‘very well.’ However, a majority of respondents (55%) describe their IT’s support for ‘key business processes’ as merely ‘adequate.’ One third of users are ‘disinterested’ in their IT (18%) or ‘negative’ towards it (15%).

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the product range. Whether treating air or gas streams, the running cost advantages with SulfaTreat are very attractive. SulfaTreat is now widely used for Biogas and Natural Gas Scrubbing.

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Servicing of installed equipment and the supply of media is our main core business, together with our large range of rental H2S/Odour/ VOC scrubber units, handling flow rates from 200 – 20,000m3/hr.

For high level H2S concentrations, our SulfaTreat product/process provides an excellent compliment to

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Epoxy Coating halts corrosion attack at Pharmaceutical Company A leading pharmaceutical company in Maidenhead was experiencing severe chemical attack on a pressure pot room floor. The originally applied polyurethane protective coating on the steel/aluminum checker plate floor had failed due to the spillage of flavour oils and the use of caustic soda to clean the room two to three times a day. The company required a solution that would not only repair the damaged floor areas but also provide robust protection against future chemical attack. As access to some of the areas was restricted by pipe work and plant, the company required an application method that could be carried out easily, without the need for specialist tools or equipment.

Higgins & Hewins In 2005, the Air and Gas Division of Jones and Attwood became Higgins and Hewins Limited. The business has continued to operate from the same premises in Stourbridge, with the same personnel and are now in our 10th successful year.

Fewer than three in ten – just 27% – of respondents to the latest Sysop survey say their organisation views IT as ‘a strategic asset,’ while 39% say that – according to their own

customers – their IT services support their business processes ‘poorly’ (3%), or indicate that there is ‘room for improvement’ (36%).

A two-part, corrosion resistant epoxy coating, Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade) was applied to a trial area of 50m² for the client to determine its suitability. Due to the simple application method involving just an every-day roller,

this coating system avoids the need to install specialist equipment thus keeping the application quick and simple, and downtime to an absolute minimum. Thoroughly satisfied with the trial area, the customer proceeded with the application to the complete 2,000m² area. T +44 (0)1423 567641 belzona@belzona.co.uk www.belzona.com

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Alpha Tanks was established by Eugene McGinnity and Fergal Cleary in 2004 and is located in Clones, County Monaghan, Ireland. We offer a full design and manufacturing service for a range of steel tanks, pressure vessels and bespoke fabrications. We also manufacture dished ends in carbon and stainless steels. At Alpha Tanks we have a tradition of forging strong and enduring relationships with customers who trust our skilled workmanship as well as the consistently high standards of service they receive. Certified to ISO 9001:2008 and with many years of specialist engineering experience, Alpha Tanks has grown steadily to provide a comprehensive design and manufacture service to a number of major engineering companies.

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NDT EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES, X-RAY SYSTEMS & COMPUTED RADIOGRAPHY Euroteck Systems was started in 2000 by the current Company Directors, Mr Collin Sampson – MD and Mr Gary Wehrle – Operations Director, and is a privately owned limited company. Both Directors have many years’ experience working in NDT service positions, and so the business was started to further the competition in this market. This is unlike many companies that grow from a sales background and only later add after-sales, service and engineering capabilities. At Euroteck we decided, right from the beginning, that a high quality after-sales capability would be critical to winning new business. Consequently, our prime directive has always been that we will not sell what we cannot support.

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Euroteck Systems has been ISO accredited since 2003. We are one of a very small number of NDT Service companies who hold this prestigious accreditation. Our scope of accreditation covers all of our activities in the supply, maintenance and calibration of NDT equipment. The accreditation also covers component inspection using various X-Ray technologies. We are also active participating members of both The British Institute of NDT and The American Society for Non-destructive Testing. Before we agree to act as an agent or to represent a company in the UK, we carry out market research on its products and its track record in other countries. If we are happy in terms of build quality, performance and reliability, we then proceed to send our engineers for in-depth product training at the manufacturing centre. We then invest in any specialist test equipment should we not already have it within our well-equipped workshops. Only then do we begin to offer that company's products to our clients. We are passionate about NDT and what it can do to solve manufacturing and quality issues. Talk to us and let us see if we can improve your products, reduce your Q.C. costs, and solve those manufacturing difficulties.

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Thorite Service Engineers are all on Tablets As today’s manufacturing and process systems become ever more technologically complex, it is simply not possible for those responsible for the servicing and maintenance to retain a complete knowledge of all the electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic components involved. Fortunately for the Service Engineers at Thorite, the UK’s biggest independent pneumatic products, process systems and hydraulics distributor, they can carry every detail of customers’ installations literally in the palm of their hands – thanks to the state of the art Tablets they now all work with. Each Tablet is linked to Thorite’s unique Service Management Information System which not only provides full details of the requirements of each job, but can also give precise technical details and illustrate complete wiring diagrams, component lists,

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