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D I RE C TORY 2012

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F I B R WR A P U K

Fibrwrap UK provides innovative structural repair services to a number of clients. These include engineers, builders and owners, all spread across an expansive range of sectors and industries.

Repairing and Strengthening and Piplelines, Bridges and Buildings Nationwide Fibrwrap Construction Inc. was founded in 1988, as the first certified installer of Tyfo Fibrwrap FRP Strengthening System, otherwise known as Fibrwrap. Since 1988, Fibrwrap has been at the forefront of the repair industry, constantly developing the technology of its products and improving traditional repair methods to offer state-of-the-art solutions for all structural repair, retrofit and rehabilitation projects. As well as providing innovative and effective services, Fibrwrap’s technology is proven to be cost-effective and is widely heralded as the leading product of its kind. Having gained experience on thousands of projects, from North America to Asia and throughout

Commercial and institutional facilities, including some of the most prestigious universities and some of the most recognisable structures worldwide, have beneﬁtted from Fibrwrap’s cutting edge techniques. Hospitals and medical facilities, industrial facilities, military & government projects and also coastal projects have enlisted the help of Fibrwrap, delivering an excellent service every time. As an internationally recognised name in the construction industry, with locations in United Kingdom, North America, Mainland Europe, India, Malaysia, China, Singapore and Hong Kong, Fibrwrap is a trusted, esteemed and experienced asset to the industry. Jamie Dempster, MD at Fibrwrap UK, says: “We guarantee to save you money, improve performance, enhance safety and further your operational reputation with our fast acting and long-term repair and strengthening solution.”

Europe, Fibrwrap UK is able to offer an innovative and groundbreaking modern solution to structural repair needs. On top of these modern solutions, Fibrwrap has also mastered traditional repair methods. These include epoxy injection, concrete repair, high-performance coatings and sprayed concrete . Fibrwrap UK is also able to work on projects that involve cast-in place concrete, expansion joint and bridge bearing design and installation.

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Fibrwrap UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s carbon fibre strengthening solutions have a well deserved global reputation Whether to protect vitally important pipelines, secure the structural integrity of buildings or defend against explosions, Fibrwrap UK offers individually tailored design and installation schemes of the highest quality. As the leading certified installer of Tyfo Fibrwrap FRP Strengthening System, we offer state-of-the-art solutions for all structural repair, retrofit and re-habilitation projects.

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IChemE Forms of Contract Performance-based contract forms for the process industries The IChemE forms of contract are drafted for the design and construction of a process plant or other output-based plant/project. They specifically address the liabilities and testing regimes appropriate for a performance plant, providing a contractually structured approach to testing the plant at every critical stage. The IChemE contract philosophy encourages fairness and teamwork between the parties, and is directed towards the avoidance of disputes. Two suites of contracts are available: UK forms and international forms. Visit www.icheme.org/foc for more information. To order visit www.icheme.org/shop or contact: Email: sales@icheme.org Tel: +44 (0)1788 534470

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WELCOME

Welcome to our 2012/2013 directory, a year of celebration for the UK and one that YCF are reflecting in our series of ‘Celebrating Success’ events within our membership. This past year for YCF has been a difficult one as we evolve from a Yorkshire Forward supported Sector Cluster to one that is for our industry and supported solely by our industry based membership. So on behalf of our board and the team at YCF I would like to say THANK YOU for all your support and for your patience as we go through this transition. There are exciting times ahead for YCF. Not only are we expanding our membership geographically, but also the services we offer. We have listened to our membership and to the industry therefore I am very please to share with you the initiatives we are leading at the moment: ● The development of a Yorkshire Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship and potentially a Centre of Excellence for Science and Engineering Apprentices and Skills in Yorkshire. ● A partnership with the Health and Safety Laboratories to bring the practicalities of implementing the new SEVESO III Directive to your business. ● The formation of new cross sectorial networks and reflection of this in our membership base ● The vision for YCF to be the ‘bridge’ for our members. Our event programme is in the process of being finalised for 2013 with content developed by our network groups, ensuring the subjects we present to you are timely and relevant to our membership base. We are also developing steering groups and committees for each of our network groups to ensure the outcomes of the meeting are realised and deliver tangible benefits to our members. YCF needs your continued support, as without our members, we can not exist. With your assistance, we can and will achieve our vision to be the bridge between industry and everything else. Watch this space YCF is a solid network and will be for the foreseeable future. As always, please feel free to contact myself or my colleague Lisa Buck, with any enquiry you may have.

Jill Mooney Relationship Manager

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WHO W E A RE

YCF was formed in 2005 in response to a need within the industry to encourage growth and productivity in the chemical manufacturing sector. Fast forward to 2012 and YCF continues to work in partnership with industry to support the chemical producers and manufacturers, chemical users and the wider process and manufacturing base within Yorkshire and the UK. As we expand membership geographically and increase the beneﬁts we offer, we will continue to work with businesses and become a real voice for industry. Our members have identiﬁed their key areas of need and we are addressing them through our networks: ● ● ● ● ●

Legislation and Regulation Health and Safety Skills and Training Education and Reputation Industrial and Overseas collaboration

For further details please visit our website www.ycf.org.uk

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C O N TAC T T HE T EA M

Whether you require industry advice, would like more information regarding an event or if you would like to ďŹ nd out how to gain more from your membership, the YCF team will do their up most to answer your query or signpost you in the right direction. The YCF team look forward to hearing from you soon. Call us for a chat - 01484 346 540 Drop us a line - info@ycf.org.uk Surf for information - www.ycf.org.uk Or pop in for a coffee - Textile House, Huddersfield

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YCF ME MBE RSHIP

YCF is a member driven community working for the benefit of our members and we are passionate about helping you make a difference to your business. Membership of YCF gives you the opportunity to network with your industrial peers, to share ideas and best practice and to support each other in the issues faced by modern manufacturing. Our members value YCF for the information, opportunities and networking we provide. We are proud to be valued by our members and proud to play our part in this vibrant and diverse industry. Becoming a member of YCF is quick and easy, please visit www.ycf.org.uk for information on the types of membership available.

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Roy Fox Transport Ltd.

Roy Fox Transport Ltd has been providing tailored haulage solutions since 1985. Our expertise in haulage management allows us to deliver anywhere within the UK both efficiently and on time. We operate from our Castleford depot where our 7,000 sq ft warehouse is available for short and long term contacts. We provide services to all areas ranging from general haulage through to comprehensive distribution arrangements. Under the guidance of Managing Director Kenneth Howley our computerised technology ensures that the company's systems and performance are streamlined and efficient.

and The Pallet Network and our staff consists of a highly trained team committed to maintaining a professional and friendly service to all of our clients. We are able to handle the discharge of hazardous products in several ways: N Gravity fed into customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own tanks and receptacles. N Pressure discharge from customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own pressure tanks and IBCs. N Pump discharge into customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own tanks and receptacles.

Hazchem Emergency Response Service (HERS)

The company specialises in articulated loads up to 44 tonnes though we can provide vehicles of any size for contract distribution. Our vehicles can be specially adapted to meet with individual requirements including customer's livery and corporate logos. We believe that our business is more than just moving goods from â&#x20AC;&#x153;A to Bâ&#x20AC;?. We pride ourselves with the high level of customer service we provide whilst always looking to improve our services. We are members of the Road Haulage Association

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HERS is a coordinated national approach, by dedicated responders, to resolve packaged chemical incidents and environmental emergencies, quickly and safely. HERS is a major step forward in emergency response from a consortium of hazardous goods professionals. These include The Hazchem Network, The National Chemical Emergency Centre, Braemar Howells and OAMPS Petrochemical. NEW SERVICE: Recently launched, Roy Fox Transport now also offer a nationwide ADR parcel service.

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YCF prides itself in providing high quality, topic specific events. Each event is carefully researched and planned to ensure it provides maximum business benefit to our members. We work with experts, industry leaders and most importantly YCF members to provide events and training that are tailor made to the needs and requirements of our members. YCF designs its events to enhance our member’s knowledge by sourcing contributions from: ● ● ● ●

Industry experts. First hand case studies. Relevant competent authorities. Best Practice examples especially relevant to our members.

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Seveso III: Are you prepared? The Seveso III Directive, implemented in the UK as COMAH regulations are being revised. YCF and HSL are hosting a national event to help you make sense of the changes and how they will effect your organisation.

Royal Armouries, 18th October 2012. Why Attend?

Learn about the new changes in Seveso III. Discover how the negotiation process was carried out and what the agreed changes to Hazard Consent Planning are. Network with industry peers. Gain insight into how these changes will impact UK industry. 0HHW LQGXVWU\ VSHFL¿F H[KLELWRUV Listen to case studies to see how these changes can be implemented.

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Health and Safety Laboratory (HSL) Health and Safety Executive (HSE) British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) Environment Agency (EA) Chemical Business Association (CBA)

How do I take part?

To register please visit www.hsl.gov.uk/health-and-safety-conferences.aspx £275+vat Members and £375+vat.

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CE L E B R ATING SUCCE SS

Waving the ﬂag for industry. What is the secret of success? Several companies in the north have been recognised for their innovative approach to key operational issues. YCF are keen to showcase their achievements with a series of inspirational events covering: ● Innovation ● Sustainable Manufacturing ● Apprenticeships ● Process Safety ● International Trade ● Customer Focus ● Engineering Excellence ● Business Awards ● Formulation ● Sustainability The on-site events will include short presentations coupled with guided site tours offering a personal insight into each companies success. Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

“Just wanted to say thank you for the celebrating Success event you held yesterday, I very much enjoyed the presentations, discussion and the site tour. I think this is a great format for sharing best practice and networking.”

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GUIDE TO FUNDING

Investing for growth should be at the heart of every business no matter its size, but funding a growth project can be a nightmare. YCF aims to assist companies on the road to growth by understanding your needs; exploring the funding opportunities and helping you decide which path to take. If you would like further information on the current funds available in the UK or Europe and how your business may be able to beneﬁt please contact us. The current UK Funds available include: ● ● ● ● ● ●

Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative (AMSCI) Employer Ownership of Skills (EOS) Regional Growth Fund – Round 3 (RGF) Growth and Innovation Fund (GIF) Higher Apprenticeships Fund (HAF) And more ……

For assistance with funding please contact info@ycf.org.uk

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iP R D

Established in 2008, the Institute of Process Research and Development (iPRD) at the University of Leeds offers a unique set of facilities and expertise for product and process development. Our team has over ﬁfty year’s combined experience of working in the ﬁne chemical and pharmaceutical industries and are able to offer companies focused contract-based services for problem solving, process understanding, development of new process technologies, small-scale manufacture, high-level training and consultancy. We have internationally-leading expertise in: ●

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iPRD is positioned to work with both large companies and SMEs and our Regional and European funding allows us to offer some services free of charge to SMEs in Yorkshire and The Humber. Please contact us for further information or to discuss how iPRD may be able to support your company in providing solutions to your challenges in product and process development, now and in the future. iPRD Director - Prof. John Blacker E: j.blacker@leeds.ac.uk T: +44 (0)113 343 6451 W: www.iprd.leeds.ac.uk

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YC F NE T W ORK S

At the heart of our business and yours. YCF members all agree that that our networks are the most important and valued aspect of YCF membership. We have helped our members ● ● ● ●

To comply with current and new legislation To keep up to date with the latest industry thinking To share best practice and the ability to benchmark with one another To build relationships for business advantage

Members are encouraged to engage with all the networks through attending, sponsorship, hosting events or sharing their expertise for the beneﬁt of the membership. Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

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YC F R E AC H/ CL P N E T W O R K

How will you comply? REACH and CLP Regulations apply to your business if you manufacture, import, use or distribute chemical substances or mixtures into the EU market and beyond. REACH and CLP both have global implications and affect the whole of the chemical supply chain in the EU, with a resultant impact on companies’ time and resources. REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals.) is a major piece of regulation which came into force across the EU in 2007; and a major part of REACH is the requirement for manufacturers or importers of substances to register them, supported by a standard set of data on that substance. Globally Harmonised System (GHS) for classiﬁcation and labelling of chemicals is being implemented in the EU as the new Classiﬁcation, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008. This will eventually replace the CHIP and ADR Regulations. The YCF REACH / CLP Network a well established group that assists companies to comply and conform to the REACH regulations, with a regular meetings, presentations and workshops and access to the relevant competent authorities. We are the most active REACH and CLP support group in the UK, others may imitate but come and be part of the original and best. Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

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FIRE & SECURITY NETWORK

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The Fire and Security Network was formed in response to the requests and concerns from the YCF membership after a number of ﬁres at chemical and non-chemical sites in the region during 2010, together with the heightened security threat that the country is currently under. West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Services, West Yorkshire Police including the Counter Terrorism Unit plus local Council Ofﬁcials join our members to discuss their major concerns, get latest updates on recent events and share best practice. The Fire and Security Network meetings will build on topics raised by the YCF members and assist to provide pathways to best practice procedures.

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M A N UFACTURING E XC E L L EN C E PROG RA MME

Helping you to improve your business profitability. Through the Manufacturing Excellence Programme, YCF seeks to help you improve your business processes and enhance your business proﬁtability. This is a forum for anyone responsible for the maintenance of plant and equipment to share knowledge and experiences and develop best practice. This network is appropriate for both manufacturing operations and infrastructure. ● ● ● ● ●

Ideas on how to maximise your plants utilisation. Ways of incorporating efﬁcient business management strategies Mechanisms to optimise your business processes. The means to minimise capital, inventory and operating costs. An opportunity to share best practice and benchmark across industry sectors.

Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

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MA NUFACTURING S K I L L S NE T W ORK Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship and a Centre of Excellence

At the heart of our business and yours. Skills, training and apprenticeships is an area of interest that not only affects our members but has been recognised as an important issue from government. YCF is at the centre of developing apprenticeships for local industries and working towards a Yorkshire Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship. The Skills network is a forum where members can engage in a lively debate around the skills and education issues affecting them, such as: ● Issues related to retaining the wealth of knowledge and expertise of an ageing workforce. ● Apprenticeships for the future of manufacturing. ● How to attract young people into the industry and equip them with the relevant skills and qualiﬁcations the chemical industry requires. ● Ensuring that existing personnel’s intelligence and experience are retained and transferred. ● Continuous development and ensuring competence of existing personnel. ● Developing appropriate training programmes, sharing costs and resources. ● How can we together raise the sector’s reputation to a level that will make young people want to study more STEM subjects and consider the careers which will offer them a long term future with high rewards. Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

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S U P P LY C HA I N N ET W O R K

The network was set up following discussion with various YCF members with the following objectives ● ● ● ● ●

To provide a forum for sharing of Supply Chain Management (SCM) issues To share best practice between member companies (from within and outside of region/sector) To provide a forum for YCF to assess areas for regional SCM support and ongoing strategic assistance Develop quantitative data across key supply chain metrics to drive improvement within the region To enhance the development of the regional supply chain

The agenda and topics are set by the members – to date we have covered ● ● ● ● ●

Raw material sourcing UK Hazardous Pallet distribution European freight Duty suspension Legislation changes

Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

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Advanced Extraction Technology Ltd.

Sub-critical Water Extraction (SWE) is based on the phenomenon that the polarity of water, maintained in the liquid phase by application of pressure, decreases significantly as the temperature is increased above the normal boiling point. Thus the process represents a â&#x20AC;&#x153;greenâ&#x20AC;? alternative to ethanol and alcohol water mixtures in chemical processing. The principal focus of the company is the application of SWE to the extraction of valuable natural products, especially phytochemicals. However other applications of sub-critical water within the chemical industry are possible, including accelerated hydrolysis and pre-treatment of biomass to improve biofuel production. The company undertakes both joint ventures and contract research for third parties. To discuss possible applications of SWE in your chemical processing Contact Dr G.W.Wheatley T. 01482 842570 E. advancedextractiontechnology@yahoo.co.uk W. advancedextraction.co.uk

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SAFETY NET - NEW FOR 2012

This network brings together people and companies who are working for the continuous improvement of their health, safety and environmental performance, whether it is for infrastructure, employees, contractors or the wider community. Safety Net brings together manufacturers, distributors, contractors and regulatory bodies to discuss environmental, process safety, occupational health and hygiene, emergency response, community liaison and industry reputation issues. ● ● ● ●

Share experience, concerns and best practice. Learn from one another in the ﬁeld of Environmental Management. Improve the Industry reputation and community issues. Benchmark your performance with your industry peers.

The YCF Safety Net provides an effective forum to hold open and honest discussions with all your issues around health, safety and environmental performance Details for all our networks and events can be found on the YCF website www.ycf.org.uk

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Global Chemicals Executive Recruitment Chemical Search International has established a leading reputation in chemical industry executive recruitment by consistently delighting both our clients and candidates. We combine a passion for quality with penetrating industry knowledge, the finest network in the business, an obsession with adding value and a commitment to deliver better candidates, faster. We excel at senior-level executive search to hard-to-find specialist recruitment on a truly global basis. If you are looking for talent in the world of chemicals, polymers or materials or would like to review your personal career interests, please contact us for an exploratory discussion. • Worldwide Executive Search • Scaleable Staff Recruitment • Human Resource Consulting Philadelphia +1 267 386 4920 Mumbai +91 22 4070 0814

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CH I LWO R T H T ECHN O LO GY

INDEPENDENT PROCESS SAFETY SERVICES FROM CHILWORTH Process safety deals with the hazards associated with the storage and processing of hazardous materials that, if inappropriately handled or processed, could cause inter-alia fires, explosions and/or toxic chemical release. Accidents or incidents of these types have the potential for multiple fatalities and injuries both on and off-site, accompanied by major environmental damage. The resulting economic impact, combined with the social impact arising from such an event, can threaten a company’s reputation and commercial viability. Prevention of incidents and mitigating the effects of accidents, can only be achieved if a company has an effective process safety management (PSM) system and the culture to support it. People – at all levels from the CEO to shopﬂoor workers – are essential components of any approach to process safety, and it is these human factors that have a strong inﬂuence on process safety management. The impact of people’s behaviour and communications – whether positive or negative – on the process safety management system is known as the process safety culture. In order to maintain a high standard of process safety management, it is vital that an organisation has a good process safety culture. Based in the UK, Chilworth is part of DEKRA, one of the largest specialised process safety organisations in the world, providing independent consulting, training and testing and offering global expertise with a local presence in explosion and process safety.

With an internationally recognised reputation in process safety, Chilworth has completed projects in a wide variety of countries around the world. Using highly qualified staff, we join with our business partners in the successful development and delivery of sustained improvement in process safety performance, emulating and leading best practice. As an expert process safety company, Chilworth provided one of only two technical process safety experts to the Baker Panel investigating the Texas City refinery blast. Chilworth, therefore, has both experience and expertise to provide effective process safety support through first hand knowledge of the technologies and processes involved. Working with a number of multi-site blue chip clients in a variety of processing industries, we operate in the petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, drink, paper and packaging, plastics and rubber, agrochemical and power generation sectors. With consultants operating from locations in Europe, Asia and North America, Chilworth is ideally placed to provide a harmonised global approach to process safety for our UK and multi-national customer base. Chilworth, therefore, offers a comprehensive range of services including: ● Consultancy and Training ● Process Safety Management (PSM) Systems ● Process Safety Culture ● Risk Based Process Safety (RBPS) ● Hazard Identification Studies (including HAZOP) ● ATEX/DSEAR compliance assessments

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At Chilworth, process safety is not just a remote part of a wider portfolio of services that we offer - it is all we do! As we say, “you beneﬁt if you contact us before an explosion rather than afterwards”. To learn more about how your company can beneﬁt from the experience and knowledge available at Chilworth. Please contact our head office in Southampton on +44(0)23 8076 0722, email us on info@chilworth.co.uk or visit our website www.chilworth.co.uk

● Fire and explosion properties testing ● Chemical reaction hazard assessment and

testing ● Electrostatic properties testing ● Regulatory testing under REACH and CLP ● Instrumentation ● Fire and explosion testing equipment ● Electrostatic test equipment, including the

world renowned Chilworth JCI range ● Notiﬁed body certification ● Behavioural safety

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G A L B R A I T H MU I R

MARKETING IN THE CHEMICAL INDUSTRY

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The chemical industry has, over the years, demonstrated many of the best aspects of professional marketing - even when industry members did not use that term, or fully recognise that they were engaged in marketing activities.

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The most effective marketing people in our industry use just a few tools, but use them well. Here are some examples:

MARKET KNOWLEDGE As a matter of course, most companies monitor their key customers’ public data, including company announcements, publications, patents etc, and have always done so. The company annual report is surprisingly little used by many sales people. However, most companies could, and should, do more. Other, often underused, information resources include:

● Conference attendance ● Google and Google Alerts ● Web-sites beyond the ﬁrst page ● Formal and informal networks ● Customer Surveys

It is sensible to build in a formal customer survey process every few years, choosing a method (email, phone, face-to-face) which suits the customers. The knowledge gained can be extraordinarily powerful, driving strategy in technical, commercial and manufacturing functions.

MARKETING TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES Practitioners now recognise the importance of business-to-business (b2b) marketing, and produce guidance, case studies and examples directed towards b2b marketing rather than businessto-consumer (b2c) marketing. The ﬁrst relevant books on b2b marketing are being written, and the Chartered Institute of Marketing provides basic guidance on techniques to improve the professionalism of b2b activities. Spending time thinking about markets and customers is every bit as important as the technical and production aspects of our business. The resources – staff with marketing skills, consultants and written guidance – are available, and can deliver real business beneﬁts to the chemical industry. Sarah Galbraith The Galbraith Muir Consultancy www.galbraithmuir.com

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The Galbraith Muir Consultancy has, for more than 14 years, specialised in bringing marketing excellence to the chemical industry, its customers and suppliers. Services include:

Customer Understanding Sarah Galbraith and her colleagues carry out thoughtful, incisive customer interviews and generate accurate, actionable feedback for the client

Strategic Marketing Planning The company specialises in preparing straightforward, workable marketing plans – and supporting clients to make sure they are fulﬁlled.

Customer Focus The Galbraith Muir Consultancy has developed a collection of tools and techniques to help clients’ staff become more involved with their customers.

Supporting Services To ensure that marketing improvements are built into the clients’ organisations, The Galbraith Muir Consultancy also offers mentoring, coaching, communications support and many other related services. In summary, The Galbraith Muir Consultancy offers well-proven, wide-ranging, tailored services to the chemical industry, directed toward improving commercial and marketing capabilities.

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Syntor Fine Chemicals Ltd specialises in the development and supply of ﬁne chemicals to the Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Aroma, Polymer and Electronic industries. Syntor offer a range of services including: ● ● ● ● ●

Kilogramme to multi-tonne scale processing. Contract / Custom manufacture. Project / Process Management. Highly qualiﬁed Technical expertise/support. Range of Syntor products stocked in the UK.

Syntor’s success has been built on our ability to combine experience in the industry, and consistently providing high levels of service, reliability and quality. Syntor continues to invest in new manufacturing equipment/capabilities to ensure we can offer greater capacity and reduce lead times to our customers. We specialize in a wide range of reactions utilising multi-purpose production facilities in the UK, India and China. Examples of our extensive experience include Chlorinations, Hydrogenations, Friedel- Crafts, Diers Alder, Hofmann rearrangement and Duff reactions. Products are stocked in the UK for worldwide distribution. Syntor have established a high level of success by offering secure, low risk outsourcing solutions, and ensuring client Intellectual Property is protected.

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ELECTRICAL, CONTROL, INSTRUMENTATION & FUNCTIONAL SAFETY ENGINEERING HTS GROUP Specialise in delivering Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) systems. Our services are focused on Instrumented Control and Instrumented Safety systems. The group’s core skills are rooted within the Instrumentation, Control & Electrical Engineering services sector. HTS GROUP is a dynamic company delivering a high level of engineering and expertise combined with cost efﬁciency. Our experiences of working on “both sides of the fence” as client, engineering contractor and installation contractor ensures we maintain a customer focused, technically rounded service. As a family derived and orientated company our main focus is on developing and maintaining a collaborative support network to deliver our clients’ requirements. We have worked for many global blue chip and independent companies from the “grass roots” of installing instrumentation and electrical systems to engineering and managerial services.

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HTS Automation specialise in Electrical and Instrumentation system engineering. Our focus is on engineering and designing to the highest standard by implementing unique engagement strategies without overburdening our clients’ resource.

HTS Controls deliver Process Control & Software solutions including panel design, manufacture and testing. Our Engineers can develop systems from various PLC and system manufacturers and are highly experienced in ﬁeldbus solutions.

HTS Site Services Provide site installation services for Electrical and Instrumentation systems from minor plant modiﬁcations through to major site projects. Through our team of COMPEX certiﬁed installers we are equipped to undertake projects both nationally and internationally. HTS Engineering Group Ltd, 17 Beeston Court, Stuart Road, Manor Park, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 1SS Tel: 01928 238360 m.hold@htsgrp.com www.htsgrp.com

HTS Safety Solutions provide expert engineering services against the IEC 61508 / 61511 standards for both new and legacy systems within the process industries. Our Engineers have a broad range of experience and are certiﬁed by TUV Rheinland to ensure the systems and consultancy services provided are in total compliance within the standards.

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