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Issue 5 / Spring 2018 The National Food Crime Unit’s Andy Morling on the food people turning to crime
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Non-compliant machinery How one company fought back
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The safeguarding issue Spring 2018 / Issue 5 3
View from the top Andy Morling, Head of Food Crime at the National Food Crime Unit, explains how it’s food people, rather than crime people, who are to blame for criminal activity in the industry. Plus, the PPMA’s Head of Events & Training, Christine Jordan, on the training opportunities that can help safeguard your business.
4-5 Business
intelligence
Do cost pressures place safety standards at risk? How big an issue is mental health in the workplace? And what damage could cybercrime do to your business?
6-7 Success
stories
Who can help if your business is supplied a non-compliant machine? Plus, meeting strict pharmaceutical hygiene standards while protecting worker safety.
8-9 Industry
events
Last call for the UKIVA Machine Vision Conference, plus all the essential dates for your diary over the next 12 months.
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training and networking
Keep up to date with the latest changes to the Machinery Directive, and review our extended training portfolio.
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Member benefits PPMA Group partner TÜV SÜD explain the implications of the EU’s new Radio Equipment Directive, and Christine Jordan highlights the PPMA’s recent member activities.
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Editorial Editor Kate O’Reilly +44 (0)7894 039609
kate.oreilly@ppma.co.uk Managing Editor Kirsty Sharpe +44 (0)1920 821873
kirsty.sharpe@glohouse.co.uk Editorial Assistant Lucy Benbow +44 (0)7971 987761
lucy.benbow@glohouse.co.uk
2018 editorial schedule To contribute to any of our forthcoming issues, contact our editorial team via the details above. Summer The Brexit issue (copy deadline 27 April) Autumn The packaging innovations issue (copy deadline 27 July) Winter The efficiency issue (copy deadline 19 October)
Linked up Safeguarding solutions from PPMA members. Plus, protecting your brand by ensuring food safety.
14-15 New
members
Meet the newest additions to the PPMA family.
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© 2018 PPMA Ltd The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the various authors and forum participants on this publication do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of the PPMA Group of Associations.
Safeguard your business with the PPMA
View from the top
By Christine Jordan, Head of Events & Training The rise in Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things means that our systems are now holding more sensitive information than ever before. While the advantages of smart, connected workplaces are well-documented, this can also leave some systems vulnerable and open to cyberattack. In a bid to help our members secure their systems and stay ahead of the curve, in recent months we have held networking events on such topics as the forthcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), cybersecurity and Industry 4.0. We intend to hold follow-up events on these subjects too, as there is a definite need for more support in these areas from within the membership. We can also help our members comply with new directives through the regular machinery safety training seminars we run throughout the year. Covering Machinery Directive/ CE Marking, robotic safety for integrators, and machinery risk assessment, these heavily subsided courses are a valuable PPMA membership benefit. Combined with our free Technical Support Line, which is run in partnership with TÜV SÜD Product Service, members can ensure their business remains safe and compliant despite any industry changes. To see our full seminar and training programme for 2018, go to p10.
christine.jordan@ppma.co.uk T +44 (0)20 8773 8111 M +44 (0)7810 540946
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Protecting consumers against food crime By Andy Morling, Head of Food Crime, National Food Crime Unit, FSA Food crime involves dishonesty at any stage in the production or supply of food, drink or animal feed. It is often complex and can be seriously harmful to consumers, businesses and the general public. At the National Food Crime Unit, we work to protect consumers from serious criminal activity that impacts on the safety or authenticity of the food and drink they consume. Victims of food crime are uniquely vulnerable. We have to eat so we have to engage with the food industry. As most of us don’t have fully equipped laboratories in our kitchens, we have to trust every grower, processor, manufacturer, storage company, haulage contractor and retailer to act with the utmost integrity. However, we are all capable of dishonesty if suitably motivated. I think of these motivating forces as push and pull factors. Push factors might include the pressure to remain competitive in a sector with tiny margins, pressure from the bank, pressure from shareholders or pressure to stay afloat. A pull factor might be winning a lucrative contract, increasing profitability, breaking into new markets or simply making lots of money. While there are pockets of true organised crime in food, the inconvenient truth is that most food criminals are time-served participants in the food industry. Food people rather than crime
people. Good businesses gone bad rather than fundamentally bad businesses. Acquiring the means to offend presents challenges to those without a footprint in the food industry. Acquiring the tools, the equipment, the know-how and the routes to market are formidable barriers to entry for most organised crime groups – for now at least. Yet although food people are largely responsible for food crime, this does not mean that the food industry is to blame for food crime. Criminals are to blame for food crime. This essential truth has defined the stance of the UK National Food Crime Unit since it became operational in 2014. Food crime matters because it strikes at the very heart of that vital bond of trust that exists between consumers and those who bring food from the farm to our fork. It matters because when nations such as ours have a reputation for producing safe, high quality and interesting food, it’s in everyone’s interest to keep it that way. And it matters, quite simply, because it is a crime.
ww.food.gov.uk/enforcement/thew national-food-crime-unit @NFCULondon
No room for error business intelligence Safeguarding is a big issue for today’s manufacturers, not just in terms of employee health and safety, but also regarding data security, machinery compliance and food safety. There are many changes on the horizon which could affect the current safety compliance of British manufacturers. The onset of Brexit could affect our compliance with EU directives, regulations and standards; the post-Brexit squeeze on UK food producers could see safety take a back seat in favour of protecting profits; the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is set to come into force from May this year, replacing the current Data Protection Act 1998; the rise of Industry 4.0 and big data may place connected companies at greater risk of a cyber-attack; the increase in automation will see a rise in human-machine interaction; and mental health is fast replacing physical ailments as a leading reason for sickness absence from work. We take a look at how the issue of safeguarding, in all its forms, adds up.
“Manufacturers under cost pressure are less likely to maintain and update machinery or spend time on improving health and safety training. This puts them at risk of liability if a member of staff has an accident, and is an example of how pressure to cut costs results in increased risks.” Ian Harrison, Head of Product Recall, Lockton
Protecting the workforce
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Number of fatal injuries to manufacturing workers in 2016/17 RIDDOR
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Percentage of manufacturing fatalities caused by contact with machinery RIDDOR
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Number of days lost to mental health issues (including stress, depression and anxiety) in 2016 ONS, Sickness absence in the labour market, 2016
Percentage of manufacturers surveyed who believe there is a lack of focus among staff on health and safety issues Lockton’s food and beverage industry report 2017
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Percentage of food and beverage manufacturers surveyed concerned about on-site accidents Lockton’s food and beverage industry report 2017
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Number of days lost in the manufacturing industry due to self-reported workplace injuries HSE 2015/16
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Is your business prepared for the GDPR? After four years of preparation and debate, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was finally approved by the EU Parliament on 14 April 2016. It will come into force on 25 May 2018, at which time those organisations in non-compliance may face heavy fines. The GDPR replaces the Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC and was designed
to harmonise data privacy laws across Europe, to protect and empower all EU citizens’ data privacy, and to reshape the way organisations across the region approach data privacy. The key articles of the GDPR, as well as information on its business impact and the implications for Brexit, can be found at:
w ww.eugdpr.org
Cost-cutting
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Percentage of manufacturers surveyed who claim safety standards are compromised as a result of cost-cutting Lockton’s food and beverage industry report 2017
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Percentage of manufacturers surveyed who believe production processes are far less safe than in the past due to pressure to cut costs
Percentage of manufacturers surveyed who have reduced or would reduce their focus on improving safety standards in order to meet contractual demands Lockton’s food and beverage industry report 2017
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Percentage of manufacturers surveyed having to take out increased liability insurance to meet retailer demands
Lockton’s food and beverage industry report 2017
Lockton’s food and beverage industry report 2017
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ONS, The Impact of Shrinkflation on CPHI
Food Safety Survey, foodmanufacture.co.uk
Number of consumer products that have shrunk in size over the past five years despite being sold for the same price
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Percentage of food business respondents who feel over-burdened by third-party food hygiene audits from retailers
Predicted damage costs by cybercrime annually by 2021, double that of 2015 State of Cybercrime 2017
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Number of cybersecurity job openings by 2021 Cybersecurity Jobs Report 2017
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A ransomware attack on a business occurred every 40 seconds in 2016 Kapersky Security Bulletin 2016
Nick Noon, owner of Statfold Engineering
Statfold’s new machine is safe and comfortable for staff to operate
success stories
Placing machine safety at the heart of a successful business Why an SME turned to a safety consultancy to help resolve the issue of a non-compliant machine
At a glance Challenge: Supplier refuses to replace machine which is not fit for purpose Solution: Customer contacts machine safety consultancy for independent assessment and report to prove non-compliance Outcome: Supplier refunds customer and replaces non-compliant machine with one that adheres to European safety standards
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Machines play a fundamental part in the productivity of a manufacturing business and the process of purchasing one should be straightforward. Unfortunately, it wasn’t simple for Staffordshire-based maintenance, repair and restoration firm, Statfold Engineering. Owner and Head Engineer Nick Noon purchased a machine to manufacture cylinder heads but when it was found to be non-compliant, he was left with little support. “After just a few days of working on the machine, my employees complained of pains in their backs, achy arms and general fatigue,” explains Nick. “Consequently, they refused to work on the machine and I had two employees leave the business as a result.” Nick contacted the supplier but was told there was nothing wrong with the design and they would not be replacing the machine. Normal consumer law does not apply to a limited business and the Supply of Machinery Regulations (despite being trade law under the European Communities Act) are not enforced by trading standards in most cases. So Nick turned to Spiers Engineering Safety to support him in getting the machine replaced by the supplier.
Safety breach
Spiers inspected the machine, observed its operation and audited the paperwork provided. They identified problems with the machine’s ergonomic design, including that the chuck guard was too heavy to lift, required excessive effort from the operator and could potentially lead to a musculoskeletal disorder, making it unsafe to use. The risk level was deemed as high and linked to the appropriate Essential Health and Safety Requirement from the Supply of Machinery Regulations. This is the UK implementation of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. “We identified high frequency movements with loads and effort exceeding the value permitted by the relevant harmonised standards,” says Warren Spiers, owner of Spiers Engineering Safety. “These standards were listed on the Declaration of Conformity for the machine and so could be used by Nick to evidence that a fundamental breach in the commercial contract had occurred.” Nick duly presented the findings to the supplier. When faced with a credible threat of legal action to recover losses
Lighting the way How stainless steel safety light curtains are enabling a pharmaceutical machine manufacturer to meet strict standards on hygiene, safety and quality Pharmaceutical machine manufacturer Bausch+Ströbel needs to ensure the safe production of up to 24,000 medical vials per hour – no mean feat, as the pharmaceutical industry is well-known for its extremely stringent hygiene requirements. The biggest contamination risk is from humans. In case of a problem – for example, halting setup or production processes due to packaging-related tolerance deviations – an operator can intervene in the cleanroom using protected glove ports and hygienically handle any issues. But as well as avoiding any contamination of the production process, it is also essential that the operator is kept safe from any unexpected re-activation of the machine. A safety light curtain, consisting of a light transmitter and recipient, generates infrared light beams via electrical connections and creates a ‘safe zone’. Once the operator’s hands are back in the safe zone, the machine can be started again without any risks. The safety light curtain therefore makes it possible to keep production downtime to a minimum while maintaining maximum output, at the same time offering the highest level of protection for the operator.
Ring of steel
However, where maximum hygiene is required, stainless steel is a must, as it meets strict cleanroom conditions and is resistant against aggressive cleaning media. “We looked for stainless steel safety light curtains for three years but none of our suppliers could offer a suitable solution,” says Jürgen Poisel, Electrical Engineer for Bausch+Ströbel. “By coincidence, we found Datalogic’s SG4-H stainless steel safety light curtains. Not only are they made of 316L stainless steel, which is particularly acid-resistant, but they were also available at an optimal price/performance ratio.” The SG4-H light curtains only need to be installed every six metres, instead of the usual four, meaning fewer are required to meet the same safety requirements. The stainless steel housing with its glass front window makes protective covers unnecessary, while cables are also protected and can be arranged in the substructure. “The light curtains are almost invisible in comparison to conventional models made of yellow-coated metal with protective plastic covers,” explains Jürgen. Most importantly, as they feature protection type IP69K, they meet the strict hygiene and design requirements of the pharmaceutical industry. This ensures sterile work compliant with the highest security requirements, while protecting operators against any unexpected machine re-activation.
At a glance Challenge: How to adhere to strict hygiene and safety requirements while minimising production downtime Solution: Install infrared safety light curtains that are made of acid-resistant stainless steel Outcome: Pharmaceutical hygiene standards are met, operators are kept safe and production is optimised
www.datalogic.com
and being referred to the enforcement authorities, they decided to accommodate the reasonable requests of the customer. The supplier subsequently admitted that the machine wasn’t CE marked and that it shouldn’t have been sold in that condition. They refunded Nick his money and provided him with a brand-new machine which was safe to use.
Prevention is better than cure “Spiers were extremely professional and very knowledgeable about CE Marking,” says Nick. “From picking up the phone to getting a new, safe machine only took around nine weeks. This was a fantastic result for my business, as my staff could operate a machine which was a lot more comfortable to use. This ultimately meant I could get more jobs in and increase productivity.”
Warren Spiers was also delighted with the positive outcome for Statfold Engineering: “Spiers are proud to support SMEs and large businesses alike to meet their safety objectives, but all too often that help is sought post-purchase, after an accident or incident has occurred. Our aim to is provide sustainable machine safety services to our customers on a regular basis to avoid these issues in the first place.” www.spierssafety.co.uk
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Key industry events Forthcoming
Later on 4-6 Jul 2018
16 UKIVA Machine Vision Conference May
Arena MK, Milton Keynes This free-to-attend event features 60 technical seminars and an exhibition of the latest vision technology and services from leading companies in the world of industrial vision and imaging. See opposite page for full details. www.machinevisionconference.co.uk
29-1 may-jun
Kenya Manufacturing Expo 2018 Nairobi, Kenya
www.kenyamachineryexpo.com 11-13 Jul 2018
ProPak China 2018 Shanghai, China
www.propakchina.com/en
Ipack-Ima 2018 Milan, Italy The 24th edition of this food and non-food processing and packaging show focuses on innovation and internationality, featuring five exhibitions across 18 halls. www.ipackima.com
25-27 Sept 2018
Fachpack 2018 Nuremberg, Germany
www.fachpack.de/en 25-27 Sept 2018
PPMA Show 2018 NEC Birmingham
www.ppmashow.co.uk
Book your exhibition stand
25 Sept 2018
PPMA Group Industry Awards Hilton Birmingham Metropole
Enter now
www.ppmashow.co.uk 10-11 Oct 2018
Photonex Europe 2018 11-15 jun
Ricoh Arena, Coventry
Achema 2018 Process Frankfurt am Main, Germany safety The leading show for the chemical engineering and process industries now features chemical and pharma logistics for the first time. Other key topics include biotech for chemistry, flexible production, energy and alternative feedstocks, and labour and process safety.
www.achema.de
13-16 jun
ProPak Asia 2018
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PPMA UK pavilion now sold out
BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand The 26th international processing and packaging technology show remains the largest event of its kind in Asia, featuring nine industry zones covering pharma, coding, drinks, logistics and much more.
Interphex Japan 2018 Tokyo Big Sight, Japan Boasting a 30-year history, this event is the annual meeting place for pharmaceutical leaders in Japan and Asia, showcasing 1,710 exhibitors under one roof. www.interphex.jp/en
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14-17 Oct 2018
Pack Expo International 2018 Chicago, USA
www.packexpointernational.com 6-8 Nov 2018
www.propakasia.com
27-29
www.photonex.org
Vision Stuttgart, Germany
www.messe-stuttgart.de/vision/en/ 6-8 Nov 2018
Gulfood Manufacturing 2018 Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE
PPMA UK pavilion
www.gulfoodmanufacturing.com janette.lane@ppma.co.uk 24-26 Jan 2019
ProPak Philippines Manila, Philippines
www.propakphilippines.com janette.lane@ppma.co.uk
PPMA UK pavilion
Feature events
Envisioning the future Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, the UKIVA Machine Vision Conference returns to Arena MK in Milton Keynes on 16 May 2018. Featuring 58 live demonstration stands and 60 technical seminars, it’s the perfect place to network with vision technology engineers and learn how machine vision solutions can improve your process. Keynote speaker Professor Tony Pipe of the Bristol Robotics Laboratory will be followed by Henry Harris-Burland of Starship Technologies, creators of self-driving delivery robots. After hearing Henry’s presentation, visitors will be able to see the robot in action for themselves. Free to attend and offering free parking and free wi-fi, key topics at the event include: • 3D vision • Camera technology • Optics and illumination • Systems and applications • Deep learning and embedded vision • Understanding vision technology • Vision innovation
ProPak debuts its Philippines event The ProPak portfolio is being expanded to include for the first time ProPak Philippines. Taking place in Manila on 24-26 January 2019, the PPMA is organising a UK pavilion and the UK Government has announced exhibitor funding for the event. The Philippines is witnessing strong and dynamic growth against a backdrop of rising incomes, expanding and changing consumer demands, increasing export potential and strong and supportive governance. The World Bank projects that GDP will grow at a rate of six per cent in 2017/18, making the country one of Asia’s top growth performers. This debut international processing and packaging trade show for the Philippines is the ideal platform from which to access a robust and expanding market. To register your interest in the UK pavilion, contact
janette.lane@ppma.co.uk www.propakphilippines.com
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To register your attendance or book your exhibition stand, go to www.machinevisionconference.co.uk
Gearing up for Gulfood Gulfood Manufacturing returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre on 6-8 November 2018. The PPMA is delighted to announce that we are once again organising the UK pavilion, and we can also reveal that the UK Government has announced exhibitor funding for this event. Last year’s show proved extremely successful for the PPMA members who attended, including AMP Rose, Baker Perkins, Durham Duplex, Jacob White Packaging, Russell Finex and T Freemantle. Attracting over 1,600 exhibitors and 35,000 visitors from 138 countries, the 2017 event also featured 41 official country pavilions across 80,000m² of exhibition surface. Costs for 2018 are £562 per m2 including walk-on stand package; £500 PPMA management fee; £366 compulsory Dubai World Trade Centre Venue Insurance & Media Fee; and £210 compulsory Dubai World Trade Centre Exhibitor Registration Fee. Contact Janette Lane today for your booking form.
janette.lane@ppma.co.uk www.gulfoodmanufacturing.com
Seminars, training and networking Forthcoming
Later on
11 Sales Skills for Non-Sales People apr
31 MAY
Marriott Hotel, Manchester Airport This one-day sales training workshop is designed to help boost sales effectiveness, covering topics including: conversation openers; ways to increase trust and rapport; ensuring confidence when presenting price; and effective follow-up. It will also look at the most common reasons why businesses do not reach their sales potential, such as ineffective planning and poor questioning. PPMA member rate £95 +VAT
18 apr
Machinery Directive
Safe-
Hilton Hotel, Northampton guarding Is your company fully conversant with the current Machinery Directive? Providing an overview of recent changes and the process involved in CE Marking to the Machinery Directive, this course also includes practical suggestions on how to cope with changes and what they mean to both the manufacturer and end-user. PPMA member rate £95 +VAT
2 may
may
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Coventry This practical course offers tools and techniques to those who have never been trained in running a project, are working in a project support office, or are new to the role of project manager. Areas covered will include: applying and understanding the use of a lifecycle approach; clearly defining a project’s purpose; avoiding ambiguity or unrealistic expectations; understanding the importance of risk management and change control; and much more.
Digital Marketing Workshop Forest of Arden Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Birmingham This event will consider the question, ‘What is digital marketing?’, before providing a hands-on look at how to implement a digital marketing strategy in your business. Areas covered will include: social media; search engine ranking; podcasts and streaming; and much more. PPMA member rate £95 +VAT
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The past three years have seen the introduction of a series of key Directives, and revisions to existing Directives and Regulations, which affect machinery suppliers and users. In response to this and as a direct result of the popularity of the PPMA seminars and training courses, we have decided to extend our 2018 portfolio. This year’s seminar and training course programme gives both users and suppliers an opportunity to catch up on the changes, understand how they are being implemented in the UK and see what’s in store for the future.
Seminars for 2018: • Machinery Risk Assessment • Machine Guarding • Machinery Directive • Functional Safety • PUWER • Introduction to Operational Excellence • Robotics Safety for Integrators • CE Audit
Introduction to Project Management
PPMA member rate £95 +VAT
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Training courses for 2018: • • • • • •
Better Communication Skills at Work Dealing with Difficult People Effective Sales Skills for Non-Sales People HR for Non-HR Managers Introduction to Project Management Managing Workplace Performance
Stay up to date To book your place on any of these events, or for questions or comments, contact our Head of Events & Training, Christine Jordan. These courses can also be presented exclusively for your organisation on an in-company basis, tailored to suit your specific needs. T +44 (0)20 8773 8111 M +44 (0)7810 540946 christine.jordan@ppma.co.uk
Giving members more of what they want
The correct machinery safety frequency Member benefits By Paul Taylor, General Manager for Machinery Safety at TÜV SÜD Product Service, a global product testing and certification organisation. The European Union’s new Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED) has replaced the old Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (R&TTE). As machinery is increasingly incorporating radio-based components, it’s crucial to fully understand these regulatory differences. The RED clearly spells out the responsibilities and obligations for every economic operator involved in the supply chain (manufacturer, importer, distributor, authorised representative). The Directive is applicable to all electrical and electronic devices that intentionally emit and receive radio waves at frequencies below 3,000 GHz, and for the first time broadcast radio and TV receivers fall within its scope. If machinery manufacturers want to continue selling within the EU and European Free Trade Association countries, they must test and, if required, re-certify their machines, otherwise they can no longer be placed on the market. Another key change is that the conformity assessment process now requires manufacturers to undertake a risk analysis and assessment. To enable full traceability, every economic operator within the supply chain must also identify who has supplied them with, and to whom they have
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supplied, radio equipment. In addition, the product must be accompanied by instructions and manufacturer’s contact details in a language which can be easily understood within the Member State in which it is being sold. Importers also have new responsibilities as, when appropriate, they must now carry out sample testing, investigate and maintain a register of complaints and product recalls, and keep distributors informed of this monitoring process. And where equipment is re-badged and supplied under their own name or trade mark, importers and distributors now take on responsibility which was once that of the original manufacturer. As the RED requires some significant adaptations to how radio-enabled machinery is manufactured and supplied, it is vital that the entire supply chain complies with these new obligations.
By Christine Jordan, Head of Events & Training A big thank you to everyone who completed the members’ survey that was carried out by B2B in November last year. Results from this will help guide us in making better informed decisions when deciding on membership benefits. I am delighted to say that we don’t seem to be doing too badly, according to the many positive responses we received. It would appear that we are doing a lot of things the current membership is very happy with, which is a very welcome outcome. However, there is always room for improvement. We have listened to your ideas and suggestions and have started to put a few of these into practice. Requests for more networking events are being taken on board, along with a desire for more information on business intelligence and legislation. Members will also be pleased to know that we will be holding more networking events throughout the year. We are investigating the best ways to deliver these and one suggestion is to hold a summer Chairman’s Lunch in a different location. We are also introducing more webinar-based training, especially for exhibition training. So, watch this space for details of future networking and training sessions, and even more member-focused events.
christine.jordan@ppma.co.uk T +44 (0)20 8773 8111 M +44 (0)7810 540946
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Get in touch TÜV SÜD Product Service is a partner of the PPMA Group. The Association has partnerships with various service providers, covering insurance, H&S and employment law, recruitment, training, litigation, technical advice and driver training. To access any of these services at a preferential PPMA member rate, contact
membership@ppma.co.uk
Linked Up Tips, advice and queries from the PPMA Group membership. Smarter factories, safer working By David Jahn, Director, Brillopak The picture frequently painted with Industry 4.0 is of a completely automated smart factory, requiring no human intervention. Yet, operators and maintenance staff will continue to be key elements of any smart factory installation, and that means safety is a vital consideration. However, the daily quest to optimise productivity and meet tight deadlines means that operators are almost forced to try to defeat safety systems. When the default reaction of a machine is an emergency stop triggered whenever an operator approaches, productivity can never be optimised. Indeed, many stop-start activities can treble production downtime and eat into OEE. And if the restart process is not logical, simple and fast, it can encourage reckless behaviour among machine operatives, who typically bypass safety measures to get a machine up and running again. It’s therefore important to have flexible solutions that support factory productivity in collaboration with workforce safety. To this end, Brillopak’s P160 robotic case packer applies a combination of technology, variable speed drives and mechanics that make restarts less complex. As a result, personnel are less inclined to take short cuts. Our robotic packing systems also apply integrated safety to detect, remove and hold products in a specific location. When the machine identifies an issue, it simply places the product in the holding area – the packing line keeps on running until an operative can remove it in a safe and controlled manner.
The future of machine interaction By Dan Rossek, Marketing Manager, Omron As manufacturing moves towards the Industrial Internet of Things and automation penetrates further areas, new methods of interacting with machinery are becoming necessary. These changes also require more reliable safety and security systems. To solve both these issues, we have developed the OKAO facial recognition and gesture control technology for machine access and control, which allows operators to interact with an industrial robot using gesture control alone, particularly useful in dangerous environments, cleanrooms and cold areas. The system also incorporates the latest biometrics technology to create a facial recognition system that is more secure than ID cards or codes. The software guarantees that the system is only accessible to the person present at the reader, and that they only have access to the parts of the system for which they are authorised. The OKAO system shows how we are harmonising human interaction with machines.
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Collaborative safety lays down an important marker on the path to Industry 4.0. It defines a new era where automated machines and operators work in harmony, and where safety design has a genuinely positive impact on productivity. Taking a fully integrated approach to safety should not be a hindrance to innovation.
www.brillopak.co.uk
Machinery Directive – know the guidelines Pilz Automation Technology has produced a poster of the guidelines associated with the Machinery Directive, the main legislation governing health and safety requirements for machines across Europe. Setting the criteria for a safe machine, the Machinery Directive is supported by the following group of European harmonised standards: • A-type standards, which specify basic concepts, terminology and design principles applicable to all categories of machinery; • B-type standards, which deal with specific aspects of machinery safety or specific types of safeguard that can be used across a wide range of categories of machinery; • C-type standards, which provide specifications for a given category of machinery. The new poster, entitled ‘Safeguards for plant and machinery’, offers a quick overview of the finer details of the standards, whilst providing Pilz-specific solutions to aid machinery manufacturers. To receive a PDF or print copy of the poster, please contact:
marketing@pilz.co.uk T +44 (0)1536 460766
www.pilz.co.uk
Safeguarding the industry By Grahame Turner, Business Development Manager, FEG Safeguarding runs throughout the FEG philosophy and is implemented into the projects we undertake as a matter of course. We have worked on numerous sites, each with their own working conditions and issues to overcome. Recommending and/or installing the wrong type of equipment for an environment could have serious consequences. Some of the solutions we have provided to our customers include: • Conducting plant-wide PUWER assessments in a food factory; • CE Marking of systems and individual pieces of equipment for food production; • Ensuring compliance with essential requirements of the relevant European health, safety and environmental protection legislation; • Reviewing design against regulations and commissioning statements; • Upgrading access equipment to ensure that workers can safely enter and leave different levels; • Carrying out LEV surveys, recommending and in some cases installing improvements;
• Design, build and installation of extraction and filtration systems for a processing facility where dust from food products needed to be controlled; • Upgrading food machinery guards and detection to enable safe maintenance without compromising production rates; • Conducting food factory DSEAR assessments and recommending improvements; • Design, build and installation of a vent system in a nuclear facility to maintain safe oxygen levels in emergency situations. To find out how we can help keep your workforce safe, go to:
www.feg-global.com
Protect your brand by ensuring food safety By Phil Brown, Managing Director, Fortress Technology With today’s social media culture and 24-hour news reporting, a single food contamination incident can make national headlines almost instantly. Of all the potential contaminants, metal is still the most likely risk in a food processing and packing plant. The speed in which you can publicly pinpoint the source of a metal contaminant is imperative and can minimise the damage to brand reputation. A contaminant is a bit like a virus. Catching it in its largest form, which is usually the raw ingredient phase, is the ideal. Pushing the inspecting solely to the packaging stage could cost tens of thousands of pounds if an entire batch of processed and packaged product is potentially contaminated with unidentifiable metal fragments. To facilitate traceability, a Fortress metal detector system offers secure, automatic logging of information to show that the metal detector is operational and working correctly. This all helps to narrow the timeframe during which a problem can go undetected. It’s important when investing in inspection equipment to look beyond the upfront costs and consider OEE and TCO. Always try to base your inspection machine decision on the most prevalent food safety risks, and be sure that any technical advantage will actually add value.
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Welcome new PPMA Group members Apollo Engineering Technology Apollo Engineering Technology specialises in the food production equipment and service sector. From planning new products and designing improvements on existing equipment to installation expertise, the company’s experienced in-house design and projects team can provide for all needs. For more information, contact: info@apolloengineering.co.uk www.apolloengineering.co.uk
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Gericke RotaVal
BOC, a member of the Linde Group, supplies high purity gases, gas mixtures and speciality gas equipment to the food sector for food freezing, chilling and modified atmosphere packaging applications. With a secure supply of stock around the UK and Ireland, the company provides national coverage and a comprehensive service that can be customised to individual needs.
With over 45 years’ experience in the supply of high quality, economically-priced rotary and diverter valves, Gericke RotaVal products have been carefully designed to meet the exacting demands of modern bulk handling systems. The valves are manufactured in the UK with full access to an after-care service and 18-month warranty.
For more information, contact: food@boc.com T +44 (0)808 278 9072 www.bocfood.co.uk
Aptean Capmatic Europa An understanding of process manufacturers’ business requirements enables Aptean to optimise manufacturers’ hard work by deploying software that gives them exactly what they need – traceability, visibility and continuous improvement. For more information, contact Carlos Rodriguez: carlos.rodriguez@aptean.com www.aptean.com
Bilwinco Bilwinco is a manufacturer of weighing and packaging machinery for the food industries, with more than 5,000 successful installations in recent years. A privately-owned family business with headquarters in Hjoerring, Denmark, the company was founded in 1952. All Bilwinco machinery was automated in 1985 and increasing intelligence has been added to its machines ever since. For more information, contact Henrik Jensen, UK Area Sales Manager: hj@bilwinco.com T +45 2372 6101 www.bilwinco.com
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Capmatic Europa has over 50 years’ experience in providing primary packaging solutions for the global market, offering a broad range of packaging and production options to meet its customers’ various unique requirements. The company’s reputation is built on quality, innovative design, accuracy and customer care. For more information, contact Tatiane Plateiro, Sales and Marketing Administrator: tplateiro@capmatic.ie www.capmatic.ie
For more information, contact: sales@rotaval.co.uk T +44 (0)1249 651138 www.rotaval.co.uk
Inox MIM, S.L. Inox MIM offers a wide range of mixers, blenders and emulsifiers, as well as pumps and made-to-measure process skids, for use within the food, drinks, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. From small batches to large-scale productions, the company provides a variety of solutions for many solid-liquid and liquid-liquid combinations. For more information, contact Henry Taprell: henry@inoxmim.com T +44 (0)7543 708472 www.inoxmim.com/en
Cornwell Products
KTR UK
Cornwell Products has over 70 years’ experience working within the food, dairy and drink sectors, providing advice and expertise on a variety of projects. Working closely with several leading European machinery manufacturers, the company offers an extensive range of filling lines, packaging systems, palletising and warehousing solutions.
KTR UK manufactures flexible couplings for power transmission, ranging from 3 Nm to 2,500,000 Nm. Designs include jaw type, nylon gear, backlash-free, torque limiters, toque transducers, clamping elements and much more. KTR also manufactures a range of oil/air blast coolers, plate heat exchangers, hydraulic and electro-mechanical industrial brakes, and a range of hydraulic components.
For more information, contact Joshua Henry, Project Manager: j.henry@cornpro.co.uk T +44 (0)1474 330707 www.cornpro.co.uk
For more information, contact Dave Webster: d.webster@ktr.com T +44 (0)114 258 7757 www.ktr.com/uk
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Schneider Electric
Matara UK was formed 23 years ago with the prime objective of offering machine builders, resellers and end users cost effective, high quality, bespoke automation and pneumatic products. Exclusive UK partnerships with major manufacturers, such as PMI Motion Industries and Mindman Pneumatics, enable the company to offer first-class technical solutions to an ever-increasing portfolio of customers.
Schneider Electric is a global company responsible for the digital transformation of energy management and automation in homes, buildings, data centres, infrastructure and industries. From simple to complex, compact to modular, Schneider’s packaging solutions improve uptime, deliver real-time visibility and access in-line quality details for process control and compliance.
For more information, contact Aidan Shearer, Product Marketing Executive: marketing@matarauk.co.uk www.matara.com
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MATRIX VISION GmbH MATRIX VISION GmbH develops and manufactures cameras, components, software and customised solutions for machine vision and industrial imaging. Their focus is on the development of digital and intelligent cameras, as well as image processing software for a wide variety of sectors in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing industries. For more information, contact Andy Ward, Sales Manager UK & Ireland: andy.ward@matrix-vision.com T +49 7191 94320 www.matrix-vision.com
Peak Industrial Peak Industrial is a producer of on-demand gas generators for manufacturing and process industries requiring nitrogen. With local engineers on every continent, the company provides a project-managed nitrogen solution tailored for each customer’s business, backed up with support no matter where they are in the world. For more information, contact: marketing@peakindustrial.com www.peakindustrial.com
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TMI specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of complete bagging, palletising and stretch wrapping lines, for bags from 5-50kg as well as FIBC/ big bags. The company operates across five different industries: food, agro-feed, construction and mining, chemicals and petrochemicals, and recycling. For more information, contact Julien Ludwig, Area Manager and Technical Advisor:
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Venair Venair is an engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of hoses and special pieces in silicone. Experts in creating high quality elastomers since 1986, Venair offers solutions for fluid flow where there are vibrations, system movement or a need for custom flexibility. For more information, contact Sandra Tortajada: stortajada@venair.com www.venair.com
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