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Sections Editors Choice MACH Show Preview Drives & Controls Preview Boilers & Maintenance Control & Automation Electrical & Electronics Facilities Management Fasteners & Fixings Fluid Handling Gears, Drives & Motors Health & Safety Hydraulics & Pneumatics Machining & Machinery Measurement & Monitoring News & Events Process Technologies Product News Pumps Software & Systems Training & Recruitment Valves & Flow Control

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Editors Letter 14 32 44 58 62 74 84 95 97 98 99 104 109 117 130 135 144 145 150 153 158

Welcome to issue 31 of PECM. We have had a very busy couple of months here at PECM and what better way to kick of 2018 than to have been a part of the Southern Manufacturing Exhibition. The event was a huge success for us and gave us an opportunity to meet some of our fantastic clients and grow our readership further.

Moving forward to issue 31, well what can I say, this is a fantastic issue for us as we have two major trade shows that we will be attending in the coming months.

Firstly, from the 9th to the 13th of April the MACH exhibition returns to the NEC Birmingham where we are thrilled to be exhibiting once again. With over 600 exhibitors and staggering £150m worth of business attributed to MACH 2016, the 2018 show is not to be missed! Make sure you pop down to stand H7-114 to say hello and pick up your copy of PECM. From the 10th to the 12th of April we will also be attending at Drives and Controls Exhibition. The show is recognized as the UK’s leading show for Automation, Power Transmission and Motion Engineering. You can see the full show preview on pages 44 - 47.

We’ve got an issue packed full of in-depth features and in this edition some highlights include Magna’s support of the new G-Class with world-class contract manufacturing.

We’ve also got an extensive feature on prolonging the service life of a control valve through proper selection and operation.

I hope you enjoy reading issue 31 as much as we have enjoyed producing this fantastic issue and please do make sure you pop down and see us at Drives and Controls and The MACH Exhibition in April.

Antony Antony Holter - Editor in Chief

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Industry News AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING STUDENT FINALIST AT WILLIAMS F1 AUTOSPORTS AWARDS Following a targeted application process, through which a number of the UK’s leading universities nominated their star engineering students for consideration, five finalists were selected to take part in a two-day assessment workshop at the Williams headquarters in Grove on 12th and 13th October 2017.

One of those finalists was Jack Simmons, a Final Year MEng Automotive Engineering student from Loughborough University.

The evaluation days challenged the candidates across a range of engineering tasks, testing their teamwork and approach, and the depth and breadth of their technical knowledge, to determine personality fit and leadership traits as well as pure engineering skills.

In addition to several technical tasks, the finalists also completed a professional development personality analysis and sat an engineering exam written by Williams Chief Technical Officer Paddy Lowe.

On being selected for the final, Jack stated: “I am honoured to be recognised as one of the top 5 graduate engineers in the UK by such a prestigious F1 team. It’s nice to know that my course at Loughborough University provided me with the right tools to grow as an engineer.”

MANUFACTURING PAY SETTLEMENTS HEAD HIGHER FOR 2018 •

The three month average pay settlement in January was 2.4%.

This was higher than the average of 2.1% across 2017.

average pay deal of 1.9% the same month a year ago and the highest monthly average for January since 2014.

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The average pay deal in January – when most of the settlements in our sample fall – was a shade higher at 2.5%.

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The proportion of pay settlements that resulted in a freeze has dropped significantly over the past year, coming in at just over 5% in the three months to January.

There has been a significant shift in the distribution of pay settlements compared with January 2017. A year ago the majority of settlements (72%) were agreed at 2% or under, this has halved (39%) in January 2018. More deals (56% in Jan 18 vs 25% in 2017) have resulted in pay increasing by between 2.01% – 3% at the start of this year, with settlements above 3% remaining few and far between.

Importantly for many manufacturing employees, the proportion of deals resulting in a pay freeze has dropped sharply to 5% from 13% in the three months to January 2017.

In the first major pay bargaining round of this year the average settlement deal in manufacturing was agreed at 2.4% in the three months to January, according to the last Pay Bulletin from EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation.

Throughout 2017 there was a gradual acceleration in pay growth across the sector as inflationary pressures kicked in and business conditions improved.

Settlements at the start of 2017 were running at an average 1.8% increase, and ended the year at 2.3%.

At the start of 2018, elevated CPI inflation and a positive trading outlook for manufacturers are still very much at play in determining pay deals, with average settlements nudging higher again to 2.4% in the three months to January.

With a significant number of settlements being agreed at the January bargaining round, the monthly data is a useful predictor of wage growth across manufacturing for the year ahead. The monthly average pay settlement for January alone was a shade higher at 2.5%, up from the

New survey data* from UK manufacturing confirms the ongoing importance of across the board pay agreements in the sector, with 44% of manufacturers currently operating annual pay agreements with employees and another 48% agreeing a combination of annual company-wide increases and individual pay rises linked to performance.

The most important factors for companies when determining the overall increase in pay across the business is company performance. But the outlook for inflation continues to have a significant bearing, with 37% citing it as the most importance factor.

For a sector that is also struggling with attracting and retaining skills, over half of companies have a close eye on changes in market rates, this comes ahead of changes to the National Living Wage and pressure from employees.

SIR BEN AINSLIE SET TO OPEN MACH 2018

Sir Ben has a keen interest in manufacturing and the technology behind it, with his British America’s Cup team, Land Rover BAR employing the latest manufacturing processes in the creation of their foiling race boat for the America’s Cup.

The largest manufacturing and engineering exhibition in the UK, MACH 2018, is set to open in April at the NEC in Birmingham. This five-day celebration of UK manufacturing will be officially opened (on 9th April) by the most successful sailor in Olympic history, Sir Ben Ainslie. Sir Ben won medals at five consecutive Olympics from 1996 onwards, including gold at the four Games held between 2000 and 2012.

MTA CEO James Selka, said “We are delighted to welcome Sir Ben to open MACH 2018, we know how much hard work and engineering excellence has been employed in the creation of the Land Rover BAR team. They are a fine example of world class British engineering and sporting know how. Sir Ben is a true legend and we are honoured to have him opening the UK’s premier manufacturing and engineering showcase.”

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Industry News MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGIES ASSOCIATION AND ITS MEMBERS PLEDGE THEIR SUPPORT TO THE YEAR OF ENGINEERING The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) have thrown their support behind The Year of Engineering.

The Year of Engineering is a Government campaign, which launched this week to celebrate the world and wonder of UK engineering in 2018.

The MTA represents the companies who make and supply the technology that manufacturers deploy to create and make the world around us.

James Selka, CEO of the MTA said: “The UK has a world-wide reputation for engineering ingenuity and is at the forefront of technological break throughs that are shaping the world we live in.

It is our responsibility to champion engineering’s present and future. All of the companies, suppliers, institutions and funders who have signed our letter, recognise how vital it is that we attract new talent in to the engineering sector and by coming together we can amplify support for this excellent project.”

FUNDING SUPPORT TREBLES FOR THE UK’S MOST TALENTED ENGINEERING STUDENTS AND APPRENTICES A record number of prestigious engineering scholarships and bursaries have been awarded to some of the UK’s most passionate engineering students and apprentices by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), in a commitment to support the next generation of talent.

Responding to the engineering skills shortage, the IET and its funding partners were able to offer nearly three times the number of Engineering Horizons Bursaries this year – a rise from 26 in 2016 to 75 in 2017. The bursaries, which total to £1,000 per year of study or apprenticeship, help talented people facing financial difficulties realise their dreams to become engineers, whether through a degree or apprenticeship.

EEF, THE MANUFACTURERS’ ORGANISATION APPOINTS NEW SENIOR HIRE IN THE NORTH WEST Joel Durkin has been appointed regional affairs manager to lead EEF’s external affairs programme in the North West, raising the profile of North West’s manufacturing community and ensuring the EEF remains the voice of industry.

He joins the EEF from business media company Insider, where he was business editor for the North West, working with a wide variety of manufacturing firms in the region. He began his career at agricultural newspaper Farmers Guardian as a business reporter.

Speaking about his new role he said: “It is an exciting time for manufacturing in the North West. The region has companies at the forefront of Industry 4.0 and our firms are investing in innovations, new products and processes.

EEF research shows manufacturers are upbeat and optimistic about the coming year.”

As well as the MTA, companies who have signed this letter include BAE Systems, Siemens, Renishaw, Yamazaki Mazak and DMG Mori. The letter is also supported by many respected UK institutions, such as, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre and the University of Huddersfield.

James Selka added: “The fast-changing word in which we live is shaped by engineering and we are pleased to throw our support behind this campaign. The UK advanced engineering sector is something to be very proud of.”

“SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS ARE THE REAL SUPERHEROES” – WILL.I.AM INSPIRES FUTURE STEM MINDS AT BOOK TALK AND SIGNING ‘Choosing STEM, means the opportunity to do something life changing’, is the resounding message left with young people by global music artist, tech entrepreneur and STEM education advocate will.i.am and futurist Brian David Johnson, at a book talk and signing, hosted by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

The authors teamed up for the event at IET London: Savoy Place, to discuss their new youngadult novel, ‘Wizards and Robots’ – an actionpacked, STEM-inspired adventure.

Sharing the IET’s vision to inspire young people about the countless studying STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) presents, they gave an insight into their own work and vision, predictions for the future of tech, including robots as companions and sentient technology, and how the innovators of tomorrow have the power to change the world. will.i.am said during the Q&A: “I was a recipient in the past of someone thinking forward, paying forward and giving me an opportunity.

I was bused from the ghetto to a better charter school to learn science, technology, computers, oceanography, physics…Somebody doing good changed my life. So now that I have an opportunity to do good, I want to do that for other folks.

“Engineering is the coolest thing in the world, but it’s also the world’s best kept secret.”

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INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE ON PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION

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hat is Process instrumentation and why use it?

Human beings should monitor and control all their surrounding parameters in order to have the right decision regarding any subject in Life. The basic senses and the muscles are the human beings tools for the monitoring and controlling. For example a driver can use his eyes to monitor the road and sending what he sees as an input to the brain for processing and controlling by giving an output signal to muscles to move the foot to press more or less on the accelerator pedal. Process instrumentation has the same role of basic senses and muscles of a human being in any manufacturing or production process that should be monitored and/or controlled.

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For example in oil and gas industries, process instrumentation is used to monitor and control the operating conditions of the facility. Process instrumentation could be categorized in two main functions, first is the measuring

instruments which mainly measure the different process variables and considered as input devices to the control system; and second the output devices of the control system which called the final control element that acts relative to

the measured parameters to have the required control action.

Process instrumentation includes all types of measuring instruments for all the different operating parameters among which there are four most important parameters which are pressure, temperature, flow, and level. The advanced on-line analyzers which measure the process composition is also considered as one of process instrumentation.

The measuring Instrument consists of three main components: A sensor, sometimes called a primary measuring element, to measure the required physical property A transducer which convert the sensor signal into a standard signal form that suits the control system such as a pneumatic signal (3-15 psi), an electric signal (420 mA), a digital signal of Foundation Fieldbus,….etc.

A transmitter which put the transducer signal on the form ready to be transmitted without loss and then transmit it and now in smart transmitters it also transmits a meaningful data about the status of the measuring instrument as a whole.

Measuring Instrument Components

Process instrumentation includes the control valves, the most common final control element, and also pumps speed and stroke control.

The final control element or a control valve is simply consisting of an actuator which converts the output signal from the control system into a signal that can operate the valve in response, the positioner for adapting the response and the valve. The smart positioner is now in use to send and receive useful data to/from control system for predictive maintenance purpose.

Main Components of Control Valve

Why is it important for an enduser to understand process instrumentation?

Let’s first have a look at what is the purpose of using process instrumentation; this maybe summarized in the following five points: 1. Safety. It is imperative that industrial facilities operate safely so as to promote the well-being of people and equipment within the plant and in the nearby communities.

2. Environmental Regulations. Industrial plants must comply with environmental regulations concerning the discharge of gases, liquids, and solids beyond the plant boundaries.

3. Quality and Productivity. In order to be profitable, a facility must make products that meet specifications concerning product quality and production rate.

4. Economic Operation. It is an economic reality that the facility operation over long periods of time must be profitable.

Thus, one of process instrumentation objectives is to be consistent with the economic objectives.

5. Stable Plant Operation. Process instrumentation as a part of the whole control system should facilitate smooth, stable plant operation without excessive oscillation in key process variables.

An end-user has to understand process instrumentation in order to assure that the above mentioned purposes are completely fulfilled. Process instrumentation has widely spread applications and too many vendors.

Local indicators such as pressure gauges could be considered the simplest process instruments, however selecting the right one for your application is a nontrivial process. Hence, an end-user should understand process instrumentation to deal with the existing instruments in the facility and to know how far the integrity of each of them. To specify

any malfunction source if it comes from mal-operation or from instrument fault.

To make the right troubleshooting and to decide when it is needed for an instrumented to be corrected and/ or repaired. To make sure that the right preventive maintenance plan and predictive maintenance actions are properly implemented.

For the situation of adding a new instrument to the facility, it is important to understand process instrumentation to know how to select the right process instrumentation for the right application to simply achieve an add-value to the facility.

What are the recent technologies in process instrumentation, and how does the industry work towards it.

When having a look on the technologies of sensing and controlling elements, one could notice huge subjects to discuss. In fact some recent technologies are considered just modifications and adaptations to suit a wider range of applications and having new achievements towards accuracy, reliability, integrity, and best price.

For example, due to the criticality of flow measurements, the manufacturers never stop researches to develop new features for hard and severe applications.

One who follows the new products of flow-meters and revise some researches like that of Flow Research can notice that types such as Coriolis, Ultrasonic, Magnetic, and Vortex flow-meters are considered the fastest growing technologies relative to other types.

Let’s have a fast look on Coriolis massflow measurement which is considered one of special type flow-meter that is used in wide range of industry sectors, the feature of multivariable metering may be considered as one of the recent technologies submitted by some vendors where multiple process variables such as mass flow, density, temperature are simultaneously measured leading to accurate information about other process parameters such as volume flow, concentration,…etc. Some vendors present Coriolis flow-meters in larger sizes that may reach 12 inches.

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Larger size capabilities of Coriolis Flowmeter allow greater applicability for process applications

technology are all about smart positioners which supply new features about selfdiagnostic and analysis capability.

Many manufacturers have many products with new technologies everyday even with well-known measuring concepts. The new features of modern smart transmitters and control valves smart positioners that provide large amount of data become very crucial. Hence, in my opinion the recent technology in process instrumentation is how to get the most benefits of these data by applying analysis techniques using special software tools in order to support the decision making in any facility regarding optimized cost, waste reduction, and enhanced productivity.

Those software tools may be parts of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software.

However, in my region, these software applications incur resistance to be applied but sooner or later they will be found in any new facility.

The clamp-on ultrasonic flow-meters with their transducers that simply attached to the outside of the pipe are also considered one of the recent technologies with their effective feature as portable flow-meters.

Although this type was found many years ago, the recent technology makes it now more accurate and reliable.

One can observe new technologies in Control Valves regarding the severe applications operability and higher reliability. However, the most effective new

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It is obviously that the new technologies of process instrumentation could not be separated from the new technologies of BPCS (Basic Process Control System) and SIS (Safety Instrumented System).

Everyday, we hear that a certain manufacturer celebrates, for example, the first level transmitter from certain type certified for SIL 2 (SIL : Safety Integrity

Level is a measure of reliability / integrity of safety instrumented system when a process demand occurs. The level of reliability is defined in the scale of 1 to 4 as SIL-1, SIL-2, SIL-3 & SIL-4; wherein SIL-4 designates highest reliability level of safety instrumented system). We also may hear about how a control valve from certain manufacturer has better applicability to be used in an SIS and so on.

The enhanced features of modern transmitters and valve positioners, including self-diagnostics, updated data communication and analysis capabilities that can provide on-line monitoring for condition-based predictive maintenance capabilities that improve equipment reliability and reduce the likelihood of forced outages will make use of up-todate communication protocols used in BPCS latest technologies such as HART, Foundation Fieldbus, and Profibus.

Nobody can disregard the fastest growing technology of industrial wireless system which maybe one of the best practices in the near future after all that effort exerted by ISA (International Society of Automation) till reaching ISA-100.11a-2011, “Wireless Systems for Industrial Automation: Process Control and Related Applications� which has been recently approved by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) as a PAS (publicly available specification).

How does the industry intend to expose the applications that did not meet expectations? And what is the procedure for achieving that?

In process instrumentation as other fields of industry, there is some applications which become out of expectations and has no add-value but sometimes generate problems in the facility. Having the wrong applications is not common to be due to disadvantages of the new applications. It is usually due to the wrong decision of the end-user.

As an example, vendors who propose new technology of control valves for severe applications where there is high probability of flashing and /or cavitation.

An end-user may decide to use this new technology to deal with a certain application in the facility. However, due lack of knowledge, which sometimes called lack of experience!, an end-user and the vendor representative fall in a misunderstanding situation which usually results in worse performance of a new control valve with the new technology.

Another example, when an end-user decided to use a new control system with some features, say digital communication interface like fieldbus. The end-user plan to use new process instrumentation to be compatible with the new control system and bought all the required software to

get the best benefits of the new features.

However, after the initial start-up of the facility, everybody in the plant can’t make use of the overwhelming data to work towards quality and productivity improvements. That means it was meaningless to use the new control system if there is no clear plan to get the best of its use.

Practically, in order to expose the applications that did not meet expectations, an end-user has to confirm that he has the capability of making the right decision to select the right for the right. An end-user should firstly evaluate the available experience inside the facility and work to enhance this experience, otherwise use consultancy from a third party.

A simple procedure for achieving the industry intention to expose the applications that did not meet expectations is to follow the steps hereunder: 1. Select the well educated and well trained personnel.

2. Implement the right training plan for the personnel according to the latest technology.

3. Pay attention for the process of specification preparation for any application that you are going to purchase.

Take care to go deeply through the details and never say that the vendor shall understand what you want because they actually understand what they want.

Vendors’ representatives, especially in hard economy environment, want to sell their products.

4. When going to use a new application, try to know where it was used before. If it is the first time to be used, take care and ask yourself if you are capable to evaluate it or not. If not, don’t hesitate to ask for consultancy from a reliable third party.

Are there collaborations between academia and industry in the implementation of Process instrumentation? One that

will develop new theory or methodology, and also address a relevant industrial problem?

I wish that, in the next few years, such collaborations between academia and industry regarding the process instrumentation will be more effective in Egypt and all Arab countries. This may be achieved by applying new approaches in scientific research that is financially supported by industry leaders.

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must depend on the development of engineering education and effective professional training. We have to focus on the fact that knowledge is the key for any progress. One may revise my article titled “Knowledge Recommended” which was published in Control Design magazine in October 2008.

the needs and situation of end-user requirements.

How should an end-user approach the process instrumentation design process?

What are the high-level

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instrumentation technology, what are some key considerations an end-user should make to ensure success?

Selecting process instrumentation technology is a compromise between many parameters so it is considered a MCDM (Multi-Criteria Decision Making) problem. It is preferable to apply one of the decision making systematic methodologies such as AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process). Selection criteria should be set according to the needs of end-user and has to include at least the following parameters: 1. Performance characteristics: That is including all the specifications regarding the required performance of certain instrumentation in a certain process such as accuracy, resolution, rangeability, sensitivity, repeatability, dynamic performance, etc.

2. Environmental conditions: This is essential to specify the necessary protection degree to make sure that any instrumentation is working properly with regard to both safety requirements and operational conditions.

3. Influences to processes: The extent to which the processes will be disturbed during the measuring process. For example, significant pressure loss can be caused to processes in some techniques of flow measurement.

4. Durability: According to application requirement, durability and ruggedness of process instrumentation should be considered.

5. Maintainability and Operability: Maintenance requirements and ease of use and operating are presenting the running cost of certain instrumentation.

6. Purchase Cost: Initial cost should be put with its right weight according to

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best practices you typically recommend?

The end-user should be involved in the design process of process instrumentation. I mean that a mutually beneficial relationship between manufacturers and end-user should be found. Manufacturers are always doing their best to have this relationship as they see it’s a matter of business to be able to sell their products. The missing effort is that of the end-user side especially who has low experienced engineers unqualified technicians.

It is very important for end-user personnel to keep updated with all the news of the latest developments regarding process instrumentation by following the appropriate technical journals regularly. Contributing in surveys that conducted by technical entities from time to time. Trying to be a member of some technical nonprofit organizations which work in subjects related to process instrumentation.

Effective contributions of end-users in seminars and technical conference are also recommended and supply the manufacturers with their feedback about any new developments and about the application needs are usually considered as a useful input for the design process of process instrumentation.

What are some common pitfalls you see end-users encounter in the specification, design and/or application of process instrumentation? How can endusers best avoid such pitfalls?

Selecting process instrumentation through bids and choosing the least price, lack of experience of the engineers who write down the specifications, and following vendor’s sales representatives’ recommendations without being enough qualified to review the details are

common pitfalls encountered by endusers.

To avoid such pitfalls, an end-user should put certain criteria with specific weight for price according to the application requirements so that the reputable vendors, usually having the highest price products, could not be excluded.

Appropriate recruitment process for instrumentation engineers should be accomplished. Continual training programs with the highest standard norms should be submitted in order to keep the instrumentation engineers familiar with the state-of-the-art technologies in process instrumentation.

Another important issue that should be considered is asking for help from other departments within the facility when needed. For example, when specifying

a new control valve, it is common that instrumentation engineers do not have the essential experience in material selection so it is good practice to ask for help from mechanical engineers whose experience in material selection is usually more advanced.

What are the plans for the future, from the industry stand point?

The plans for future are going towards quality and productivity improvements.

Unless the process instrumentation serves these improvements, end-users will not be satisfied. The data overwhelming supplied by new digital process instrumentation should be treated as add-value information to be used in quality and productivity improvement within the facility. ERP and likewise software should be implemented.

On the other hand some new technologies should be largely distributed like foundation fieldbus and wireless instrumentation. I think that wireless instrumentation shall have an unbelievable role in the process instrumentation market in the next few years.

From your viewpoint, what are the high-level best practices you typically propose?

For any new facility, an end-user should pay attention to the integration between the business layer and the operational layer.

Such integration should be implemented using the latest technology of control systems and safety instrumented systems.

Process instrumentation is the backbone

of these systems and should be properly selected especially regarding the reliability issues in order to focus on better decision making processes.

Interviewee Profile Mohamed Salaheldin M.Sc. in Engineering Management B. Sc. In Electrical Engineering Experienced in Instrumentation and Control Maintenance, Technical Studies, and Training Experienced in Decision Making and Quality Management Current position is Quality Improvement Manager at one of reputable petrochemicals companies in Egypt Note: The article was first featured in December 2017 of Valve Magazine.

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technological aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, medical, military, appliance, computer and electronics companies to help brainstorm solutions that ensure optimum functionality and cost effectiveness from prototype to production. Despite rigorous time constraints, Clad Metal Specialties remains faithfully compliant to ISO-9001/AS9100 standards and takes no shortcuts that might compromise quality or efficacy.

As an innovative company, Clad Metal Specialties prides itself on continually evolving its processes to create full clad metal overlays as well as inlays and thru-lays that promise impeccable performance.

The use for clad metal strip is endless.

All metal strips are custom made to your exact specifications.

Please contact us to discuss your needs.

There’s no Getting Around it, We’re All Becoming Part of the Internet of Things Denise Marcoccia, CEO of Clad Metal Specialties

Manufactures of custom Clad, EB Weld, Skived and Plated Reel to Reel strip, cut to length or parts.

We are also the go-to team for your hard to find materials, shapes and sizes.

We can also work with you to convert your unusable inventory into required thicknesses and widths.

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“connec on repair” Uniquely designed tools that will repair your cross threaded industrial Swaged type compression fittings, JIC Hydraulic fittings, and AN/MS Aviation fittings, in place and in seconds!

KnechtionRepair tools are designed to make thread repairs to both the internal/female and external/male threads of industrial standard two ferrule swaged type compression tube fittings.

With its uniquely designed holder and hollow bore tap damaged threads are easily repaired. Tap and die repair kits for our two ferrule tools are available now for 1/4", 3/8”, 1/2", 5/8”, 3/4" and 1” tube fittings.

Introducing our newest product line… Tools to repair Aviation (AN_MS) and Hydraulic (JIC) fittings. This new line of tools not only repair your damaged threads, they come with a lapping tool which will lap the seating faces (male and female) to prevent/correct fitting leaks! These new tools are available now for -6 (3/8”) fittings. Coming soon in sizes -4 (1/4”), -5 (5/16”), -8 (1/2”), -10 (5/8”) and -12 (3/4”).

KnechtionRepair tools are 100% manufactured in the USA. Order your tools today and save on fitting replacement, down time and money! To view a video demonstration of the tread repair process and watch a live pressure test visit us at www.knechtionrepair.com

For more informa on and to place an order email info@knech onrepair.com or phone (907)688-5051 www.knech onrepair.com

Editor’s Choice

Got MODBUS? Then get instant access to the Internet of Things If your product or equipment already has Modbus, then the NanoULTRA from Caption Data gives you the immediate ability to join them to the Internet of Things.

We have clients around the world using the NanoULTRA in their thousands to manage products with Modbus and increase value, for example: •

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A Leading global Air Processing OEM uses the NanoULTRA on products throughout Europe Middle East and Asia, to manage customer SLA’s.

A Leading US/UK water instrumentation company use the NanoULTRA in challenging field locations to give their clients real time data on Smart Water Grids.

Check it out at www.captiondata.com or call 01905 754078 or email sales@captionmdata.com

Rattle Ready Many gloves claim “anti-vibration” protection, but dig a bit deeper and you’ll find very few actually meet ANSI/ISO-certified standards for vibration.

The three full-finger models in Ergodyne’s revamped ProFlex® Anti-Vibration Series Gloves have been third-party tested to meet both the ANSI S2.73-2014 and ISO 10819:2013 Vibration-Reducing standards.

Boasting AVC™ (Advanced Vibration Control) technology – an innovative glove palm padding designed to reduce shock and dampen vibration while still maintaining flexibility to prevent hand fatigue – the ProFlex® Anti-Vibration Series now includes six updated and one new model, giving workers the options they need to match protection and dexterity levels to the task at hand.

See the whole line-up at www.ergodyne.com.

MARL High Voltage Industrial LED Panel Indicators now available from Foremost Electronics Foremost Electronics, the Essex based specialist distributor of electromechanical components, is pleased to announced the availability of the MARL 671 Series of High Voltage LED panel mounted indicator suitable for fixed and portable equipment and is internally potted making it suitable for high vibration applications.

Key features include high optical performance, outstanding reliability and sealing specifications in excess of IP67. The indicator features Bi-Polar circuitry making it suitable for AC or DC operation and is supplied complete with full mounting hardware.

To see the MARL 671 LEDs available from Foremost, please visit www.4most.co.uk call +44 (0)1371 811171 or email sales@4most.co.uk

Flow Control Signal 4.0 Analogue transmitter for remote monitoring & control • Signal 4.0 Analogue transmitter makes flow indication possible via 4-20mA (or 0-10V) output signal • Flow Switches, monitors, indictors + Signal 4.0.

Compatible with any float-type sensor within the range.

• Retrofit possible on existing units or supplied combined on new units • Signal 4.0 is compact, reliable and its operation is independent of flow media

01895 200015 sales@tamo.co.uk www.tamo.co.uk 22 Sarum Complex, Salisbury Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex. UB8 2RZ

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NEED TO KNOW MORE ABOUT SAFE ISOLATION?

afe isolation procedures are in place to ensure that workers on site are not exposed to danger when working on or near live electrical systems and equipment. Both the standards for the equipment and the potential penalties for non-compliance have changed recently.

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With around 1,000 serious accidents in the workplace each year and 16% of all fatalities linked to electricity, it’s clear to see how following simple safe isolation procedures and using the correct equipment can keep your team safe and avoid heavy penalties of up to £10M for non-compliance.

Keep up to date with the most recent changes to Health & Safety Guidelines for safe electrical maintenance with the latest ToolBox Talks on Safe Isolation from Martindale Electric at your workplace.

Martindale Toolbox Talks will help you and your team stay safe and achieve compliance with the latest standards Providing valuable expertise and advice, the Tool Box Talks cover the practical implications of recent changes to the standards and discuss what it takes to stay compliant with the latest HSE guidelines

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when installing and maintaining electrical plant and equipment. They are useful refresher for maintenance teams, installation engineers and those responsible for electrical safety and are free of charge The essential test tools and equipment needed to lock off and prove dead before carrying out maintenance are a dedicated voltage indicator, a proving unit to verify the voltage indicator, locking off devices with unique keys and a clear method of labelling the hazard. With a wide range of voltage detectors and indicators available, it’s important to understand that some equipment, such as multimeters, should not be used. Martindale voltage indicators for safe isolation are fully compliant with the latest standards and are designed for safety, with no batteries or switches which could lead to false indication.

There have been many developments which now make it easier to choose the right equipment and ensure the correct locking off device is always available.

These include complete kits with voltage indicators, matching proving units and a comprehensive range of locking off devices for MCBs and fuse carriers. Kits are supplied in combination carry cases

to ensure that proving devices are always at hand and provide the simplest solution for implementing safe isolation practices on-site.

For more information, please contact Martindale Electric on 01923 441717 or visit www.bit.ly/martindale-talk

Safe Isolation saves lives Stay safe, prove dead and lock off with Martindale VIPDLOK kits

The simple solution to safe maintenance • Essential for compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations for safe working

• New VI-15000 Voltage Indicator, CATIV 1000V for all installations categories

• Includes industry leading voltage indicator, proving unit, locking off devices and tags

• Safe because it’s simple, no batteries, no ranges, no switches

Now available NEW VIPDLOKPRO Get the right locking off device every time with Martindale PRO Kits

Available from your wholesaler and online www.martindale-electric.co.uk Call: 01923 441717 email: sales@martindale-electric.co.uk

Editor’s Choice

Save Over 55% On Energy In Plastics Extrusion Industry BluVac units from Speck ABC UK Ltd reduce energy consumption by controlling vacuum required by the process. The highest energy saving is reached using optimised calibration tools with minimal air leakage.

67% savings have been achieved in tests.

Sensors continuously measure pressure levels in the system and water levels in the separator tanks. From this data; the Controller automatically adjusts the speed of both vacuum and water pumps. Speck ABC UK Ltd are also the SOLE UK distributor for Speck liquid-ring vacuum, side-channel, regenerative turbine, hot oil and centrifugal pumps.

Speck ABC UK Ltd, AreenA House, Moston Road, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 3HL 01270 753 606 admin@speck-abc.com www.speck-abc.com

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NEW: Individual configuration for every application Eiseles MULTILINE CONFIGURATOR

New compact online titrator – economical online monitoring of industrial wastewater and more

The Eisele MULTILINE series offer an innovative modular kit system for combining compressed air, vacuum, gases, coolants, liquids, electronics and electrical wiring in one connector body.

Metrohm Process Analytics presents the 2026 Titrolyzer, part of a new family of economical online process analyzers.

The MULTILINE CONFIGURATOR To present the diverse options of combining the MULTILINE modules and to give users a free planning tool for selection and configuration of the right MULTILINE product, Eisele has developed the MULTILINE CONFIGURATOR. The new MULTILINE CONFIGURATOR is now available at konfigurator.eisele.eu or via links on the Eisele website.

These powerful, compact process analyzers are integrated solutions for 24/7 online analysis of critical chemical parameters in industrial processes and wastewater streams.

Each single-method system is available in several application-specific configurations for monitoring up to 2 process streams.

The 2026 Titrolyzer performs titrimetric or ion selective measurements online for up to 2 sample streams, saving valuable time for process operators.

Email Rebecca.catterall@metrohm.co.uk Tel. 01928 579600 www.metrohm.co.uk

Editor’s Choice GREEN SOLUTION BY GASIFICATION

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Chanderpur group with its 50+ years of manufacturing experience has developed new modular line of gasifiers suitable for European market.

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Modular design in combination with 250 kW ecogeneration units

Our gasifier, present an economical and eco- friendly solution to convert woody biomass /agricultural wastes like coconut waste, rice-husk etc. into a combustible gas that can befurther used in a number of applications to replace tradiotional LPG, Diesel or any other petro-fuel usage.

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Producer gas is free of Sulfur, has no emmission except gas generator that is equivalent to natural gas, generates Zero effluent and generates no solidwaste (all by products are sellable)

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SULZER P a major repair.

erformance testing of high voltage motors and generators is usually carried out to determine benchmark data following

However, increasingly, customers are requiring this information as part of a problem diagnosis or to verify performance figures for a component when its essential data has been lost. To keep up with growing demand, Sulzer has made a major investment at its Falkirk Service Center that will enable the testbed load capacity to be doubled.

Until now, the Falkirk site has used a 1,250 kVA diesel generator that operates through two step-up transformers to provide 3.3 - 11 kV via high voltage switchgear to the test cell.

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This setup ensures a reliable power source for testing that is not affected by local demand on the power grid.

increase the load testing capacity to 2,000 kW for horizontally-orientated motors as well an increase in voltage to 13.8 kV.

The new investment by Sulzer will add a 2,000 kVA and a 700 kVA generator to the site that will be synchronized through a 4000A LV switchboard, as well as a new 2,500 kVA transformer, that will double

The majority of the equipment tested in the additional capacity will be large, high voltage, AC motors, but the possibility to test DC motors up to 600 V, with a loading up to 800 amps will still remain.

the capacity of the test bed.

Furthermore, an additional test-bed area is now in place to allow multiple motors to be tested alongside each other.

2 MW load testing The original capacity of the service center was 1,000 kW in load testing, of which 800 kW could be used for testing verticallyorientated motors, across a full range of voltages from 400 V up to 11 kV at both 50 and 60 Hz. The installation of the new equipment will

This means that if the testing of one motor needs to be extended, it will not hold up other projects, allowing equipment to be returned to customers even more efficiently.

The new test bed offers customers the possibility of load testing generators

using a slave motor to turn the generator and connecting the output to a load bank. In this way, generators that have undergone major repairs can be tested to ensure that they are fit for purpose before they are reinstalled and recommissioned.

Improved customer experience As part of this upgrade project, the test area is equipped with the latest monitoring controls and safety equipment that provide the test engineers with remote visualizations of the sensor readings while protecting them from large pieces of rotating equipment. A customer viewing area is also available, from where owners of equipment can watch and interact with the test engineers to ensure that the entire process is transparent and straightforward.

Marc Stuart, Assistant General Manager, at Sulzer’s Falkirk Service Center comments: “In the past, only equipment that had undergone a major repair would have received a full-load performance test. Now, more and more customers are requesting full-load testing following an overhaul, giving them complete peace of mind that the equipment is fit for purpose.

“Our customers are now able to see their motor operating at full load and can review a complete set of test results, including vibration analysis, partial discharge, motor current signal analysis (MCSA) and other condition monitoring data.

This is providing our customers with confidence, not only in the performance of the motor but in the service solutions they are receiving. A full test report can then be issued, providing a baseline set of data that they can use once their equipment is installed and running in its application.”

As part of the launch of the new testing facilities, Sulzer is holding an invitation only open day at the Falkirk Service Center on January 25th and 26th. Those interested in attending the event and seeing the comprehensive maintenance facilities should contact service.falkirk@sulzer.com by email for further information.

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Gratnells Engineering invests further in state of the art laser technology Gratnells Engineering has recently invested in a new state-of-the-art BLM LT Fiber machine, allowing the Harlow-based company to expand their capabilities in 2018 and ensure clients benefit from even faster turnaround times.

This brand-new machine sits next to the existing LT5, a Laser tube cutting machine designed to cut from small to medium diameters and thicknesses of metal tubular sections.

The LT Fiber allows tubes of any shape to be cut, process of special sections and even open shapes without any additional special equipment required.

Gratnells Engineering has also recently updated www.gratnellslasercutting.com, a website that outlines some of the key benefits of the technology and streamlines the decision-making process for customers even further.

Heraeus Infra-Red Helps Reduce RSI at Jaguar Land Rover A custom-built, short wave infra-red oven from Heraeus Noblelight is helping to facilitate the manual fitting of fuel pipe hoses to the Jaguar XJ at Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich manufacturing site.

The rubber fuel pipes need to be fitted on the production line but, because of the hardness of the rubber and the tightness of the fit, operatives were having trouble in securing the pipes.

As a result, samples of the hose were supplied to the Heraeus Applications Centre in Neston, Wirral, where successful trials were carried out to devise an infra-red system.

Tel: 0151 353 2710 Fax: 0151 353 2719 www.heraeus-infraredsolutions.co.uk

Solutions for the Processing Industry

Energy-Efficient Heraeus InfraRed Heating System Proves A Winner With The Jaguar F-TYPE A custom-built, fast response medium wave (FRMW) infra-red heating system from Heraeus Noblelight is helping in the production line fitting of sound-deadening pads to the Jaguar F-TYPE at Jaguar Land Rover’s manufacturing site at Castle Bromwich.

With a top speed of 200mph and acceleration from 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, it is important that there is minimum transmission of noise from the F-TYPE’s supercharged engine into the passenger compartment. To prevent this, highly efficient sound deadening panels are fitted to the car.

Tel: 0151 353 2710 Fax: 0151 353 2719 www.heraeus-infraredsolutions.co.uk

Protecting Your Plant Instant Shutdown Before Things Go Wrong food textiles

glass coal steel mills

RMIG is one of the world’s most renowned manufacturers of perforated metal. Drawing on decades of skill and experience, RMIG has cultivated a reputation for expert development, rapid supply and unmatched customer service.

RMIG has a long history behind it, having first been set up by a young German man named Richard Müller.

By 1901, the toolmaker set up his own business, specialising in tool production and materials production, eventually introducing metal perforation in 1906.

Today, RMIG stands as the world’s largest perforation company with significant

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experience in the chemical, pharmaceutical, paper and offshore industries to name a few. The company offers a wide selection of perforation ranging from small, high precision perforation in thin materials to large holes in thick sheets. RMIG has an extensive choice of different perforation patterns and different metal materials, whether it be carbon steel, stainless steel, titanium or aluminium.

Contact RMIG on the number below or go to the company website for more information on products, solutions and services.

T: 01925 839 610 www.rmig.com

Motion Sensor’s for all industries

Rotech Motion Sensors can be

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glass grain used whenever information or monitoring ash fertilisers of shaft rotation, position, direction, cement speed, slip etc, is required, for indication, roadstone control, interlocking, protection, gravel offshore mines sequencing, power generators alarm initiation, and many more functions.

Wherever materials are fertilisers food transported or processed dock installations sand

by Conveyors, Elevators, stone… …and many more!

Screws, Crushers, Mixers, Etc, there are applications for R TECH FOR RELIABILITY! Rotech Motion Sensors

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WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH… Litre Meter now distribute the Lake Monitors range of VA meters for a variety of applications including bidirectional flow, high temperature and high pressure.

The Basic unit is rated to 116°C and 240 bar in brass. High temperature versions rated to

315°C and high pressure versions to 410 bar are in stainless steel.

There are versions for pneumatics, hydraulic test analysis and phosphate ester measurement, too. Call today. www.litremeter.com

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VERSATILE SIGNAL CONDITIONERS FOR EVERY AREA OF APPLICATION Acquiring and processing analogue signals of optimum quality. n process technology, analogue signals are being transmitted in all the production processes. Electromagnetic interference and potential difference, however, adversely affect signal quality.

The products from the comprehensive signal conditioner product range from Phoenix Contact are an ideal solution to counteract this effect.

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Interference-free signal transmission plays a central role in the field of measurement, control, and regulation (MCR) technology.

Any interference, influences the small voltages and currents that are supplied by the sensors installed in the field, in case the user does not sufficiently consider these disturbance variables, error-free signal transmission will be affected and so can the quality of products manufactured in the customer's plant.

Phoenix Contact offers a product portfolio that consists of different product families, from highly compact signal conditioners to signal conditioners certified according

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to SIL 2, SIL 3, and PL d right through to signal isolators for intrinsically safe circuits in the Ex area, the range of products includes the right solution for every requirement.

The MINI Analog Pro conditioners are provided with a DIP switch for easy standard configuration or software can be used for extended configuration and monitoring . All the MINI Analog Pro modules have an NFC interface for wireless communication.

Fast and error-free signal connection to the automation system.

The comprehensive signal conditioner portfolio is supplemented by smart system cabling. Two different concepts are available. The gateway for the MINI Analog Pro product family integrates up to eight field signals of any type to industrial

networks while saving space and being safely electrically isolated on each channel.

This increases availability of the application. Because the use of expensive signal-specific I/O cards becomes unnecessary, the costs for cabling and material are reduced considerably.

Currently, gateways with connections for the Modbus/TCP, Modbus/RTU and PROFIBUS DP are available.

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Thermaset Ltd, based in Tamworth, Staffordshire, is one of the UKs leading privately owned powder coating manufacturers. Offering a wide range of powders from stock including architecturally approved and Thermasets’ full fluorescent range, all products are available for next day delivery.

Thermaset also offer a bespoke colour matching Made to Order service with a 7-10 working day turnaround schedule. We have over 30 years’ experience in the powder coating industry which enables us to offer expert advice to provide our customers with the best powder coating solution for their requirements.

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based in Tamworth which will be developing further our office space allowing all teams to work more effectively. Amongst this development we will also be finishing our contemporary spray room with all of the latest technologies to assist our laboratory staff.

“Every day is a school day” (words of Nigel Crane Commercial Manager).

At Thermaset we love a challenge and each made to match colour we receive provides us with a chance to expand our knowledge as well as perform more effective R&D work, thus giving us more knowledge to best assist our customers.

For any enquires and sales of our powder coatings please contact Thermaset via email, phone, website or social media.

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ith over two years of planning coming to a climax, MACH 2018 is nearly upon us. The UK’s premier manufacturing technologies showcase is set to fling open its doors at the Birmingham NEC between 9th and 14th April.

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Innovation shapes the world around us and without the appropriate technology we would not have the advances in living standards and the products and services we rely on for our day to day lives.

Digital manufacturing has a big part to play in this evolution and the technology being produced, has never

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been so accessible. MACH 2018 is the place to see these innovations in action, the place to discover the power of manufacturing technologies and the engineering excellence that has gone in to producing them. We are living in an ever more connected world, with manufacturers facing increasing pressure to meet consumer demand.

Many different technologies and processes have a part to play in the fourth industrial revolution that is sweeping the world, with connective manufacturing being a huge part of the evolution.

In today’s technology-driven business environment, Big Data stands as one

MACH 2018, the UK largest manufacturing technologies showcase, will provide an unrivalled platform for technology providers to demonstrate their innovations

of the key drivers of productivity and efficiency for manufacturers. Big Data analytics can enable manufacturers to take a approach to improving the manufacturing process, providing the information to make informed decisions to enhance productivity.

MACH 2018, the UK largest manufacturing technologies showcase, will provide an unrivalled platform for technology providers to demonstrate their innovations. The exhibition itself does not have a specific Industry 4.0 area, but the idea of connective manufacturing is a theme running throughout the show.

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MACH 2018 will be the place to dispel the myth of robots taking our jobs. Automation is not to be feared and robots and co-bots still need highly trained engineers to operate them.

to the market and will provide many solutions that will enhance manufacturers production capabilities.

Metal-based Additive Manufacturing (AM) will be one of the prominent emerging technologies on show. Once thought of as nothing more than a hobbyist extension of 3d printing, metal-

based AM is enabling manufacturers to produce high-quality components quicker, enhancing productivity and reducing lead times for bringing a product to market.

Other technologies to look out for are automation solutions and how robotics can increase productivity. MACH 2018

will be the place to dispel the myth of robots taking our jobs. Automation is not to be feared and robots and co-bots still need highly trained engineers to operate them. MACH 2018 will provide food for thought on how manufacturers can make the most out of their business and be more competitive.

Digitalisation is the future, but proper preparation for this new age of manufacturing is key, no matter the size of the business from SME’s to OEM’s, the exhibition will introduce technology solutions to power your businesses.

MACH 2018 also has a packed seminar programme which will be announced in the coming weeks, the exhibition is the place where academia and industry meet.

Where technologies of the future are introduced to market.

MACH 2018 is the unmissable advanced engineering showcase, so start planning your visit today. Visitors can now register for their Entrance Pass and Fast Track Entry Pack now, via the MACH exhibition website at www.machexhibition.com.

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EVAPORATIVE COOLING: THE COST EFFECTIVE COOLING TECHNOLOGY FOR INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL SPACES

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eeley International is the world leader in designing and manufacturing evaporative cooling products.

Evaporative cooling is becoming the most efficient option when cooling large areas, especially industrial and commercial spaces.

Air conditioning is not an option, because in warehouses or industrial plants, the capital and running costs would be extremely prohibitive.

Most industries with high heat loads, such as printing, ceramics, glass, rubber or electronics, have no cooling system installed, and this impacts on the workers’ morale and productivity, as well as on their health. In all these examples, Evaporative Cooling could be the right solution.

They do not use any sort of chemical refrigerants to cool the air, just a water pump to supply water to the wetted media where evaporation occurs and electrical power for the fan that then pushes the air inside the building.

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Evaporative air cooling uses between up to 87% less energy than conventional A/C; it brings in 100% fresh outside air and utilises water for cooling instead of synthetic chemical refrigerants. That all adds up to very responsible environmental and energy saving characteristics.

It is important to remember that cooled air inside the building is not recirculated, so doors or windows must be left open for this air to escape, or extraction fans need to be installed. This can be a great solution to improve indoor air quality, in production areas where fumes and germs are involved.

Evaporative air coolers blow inside the building 100% fresh air from outside and actually filter the incoming air, removing most airborne dust and pollen particles.

The wet cooling pads trap mist of these particles, which are washed down into the sump by the circulating water.

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Pryor solutions encompass the three essential tools for implementing traceability within digital manufacturing operations - precision marking equipment, vision devices and data management software.

Founded in Sheffield in 1849, Pryor has grown into a single source supplier, offering a complete portfolio of solutions for permanent part identification; ranging from a simple hand stamp through to turnkey, bespoke systems with multi-axis computercontrolled marking heads and machine vision.

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software achieves Data Capture, Process Control and Production Monitoring with fully networked, “Big Data� records for every component, assembly or product.

Meet the Pryor team to discuss component tracking software and precision Dot Peen, Scribe and Laser Marking, for integration with existing operations, portable in-thefield equipment or bespoke designs.

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HUMAN-MACHINE INTERACTION PASSES SICK’S ‘SAFETY IQ’ TEST AT MACH 2018

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Turn-key Solutions Nederman’s integrated industry solutions mean clean, safe, profitable working

he 2018 MACH Show will be the platform for demonstrating SICK’s UK SafetyIQ concept, the company’s universal approach to ensuring safe, compliant personnel protection without compromising on machine availability, efficiency and productivity.

SICK’s machinery safety experts will be on hand on stand H18-421 to discuss SafetyIQ, a full suite of safety products, services and systems underpinned by networking and integration that enables customers to achieve Industry 4.0-ready functional safety in automated production.

Safe human-machine collaboration will take centre stage on SICK’s stand with an Industry 4.0 robot exhibit. Visitors will be able to personally interact with the robot, demonstrating a range of SICK solutions including robot guidance, RFID and 2D LiDAR scanning technologies as well as showing how SICK’s safety light curtain and laser scanning technologies can be successfully integrated with the SICK FlexiSoft safety controller.

“Visitors to the MACH show are the engineers and production managers working right on the front line of human-machine interaction. They need to ensure compliant functional safety for operations such as metal forming and machining where operator safety is always the first priority but where flexibility in production is increasingly demanded,” says Seb Strutt, SICK UK’s machinery safety specialist “As the inventors of the safety light curtain, SICK has led the way in machinery safety for more than 40 years. SafetyIQ will ensure SICK continues to partner productively with customers, helping them to develop safety concepts they can rely on to meet all relevant regulations, while still achieving cost-efficient solutions that minimise downtime.”

Among the highlights on the SICK stand will be the SICK microScan3 safety laser scanner with recently-added EtherNet/IPTM and PROFINET compatibility to enable easy integration of safety laser scanners into a safe network. This also facilitates simultaneous field evaluation of up to four fields, instead of the single field offered by standard I/O scanners.

Especially when teamed with the Flexi Soft FX3-MOC Drive Monitor, the DFS60S Pro permits safe working without loss of productivity during routine operations, such as piece part loading, magazine replacement, adjustment on machining centres or splicing of material on reel-fed machinery.

SICK’s manufacturing technical sales staff will be on hand to answer questions about SICK’s industrial instrumentation products including for fluid sensing, and Industry-4.0 ready smart photoelectric sensors.

For more information on the SICK range of products, please contact Andrea Hornby on 01727 831121 or email andrea. hornby@sick.co.uk.

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STAINLESS MATERIALS: DRILL DEEPER, MILL FASTER

ikron Tool of Switzerland is presenting at the MACH drilling and milling tools in small dimensions and an outstanding ability to machine stainless and heat resistant materials very efficiently.

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The small drill CrazyDrill Cool SST-Inox enables drilling Ø 1 – 6 mm to a depth of up to 20 x d without pecking.

This is possible by the tool integrated helicoidal coolant ducts with their innovative drop shape, which deliver massive and constant coolant streams when drilling.

Also, a new geometry with a chipbreaking effect in the front section of the flutes and an open flute profile in the back afford a perfect evacuation of the tiny chips.

The range of milling cutters CrazyMill Cool is being expanded with a four tooth VHM finishing mill diameter range 1 – 8 mm for depths up to 5 x d and a milling head of 2 x d.

to machine grooves and pockets in solid material. It collects chips while drilling in its expanded chip collection section in the tool’s head and then evacuates chips through the large flutes.

Cooling channels, integrated in the shaft of the tool deliver a constant coolant flow.

Even with aggressive chip removal the cutting edges do not overheat. A surface close to grinding quality is achieved.

Stable and robust cutting edges into the center of the tool prevent vibrations.

Integrated coolant ducts provide a constant and massive cooling of the cutting edges. This prevents overheating of cutting edges which in turn results in long tool life and high chip removal rates.

Specially for the medical technology (implants) milling head lengths of up to 4 x d are available. With the progressive flutes (from 30º to 40º) milling without vibrations, which improves surface quality even more, is guaranteed.

The plunge mill CrazyMill Cool Ø 1 – 6 mm when milling depths of 2, 5 x d enters up to 1 x d perpendicular into the material (drilling) and then progresses laterally

Come and visit us at MACH Show, Stand Number Hall 7 / Stand 110 info.mto@mikron.com www.mikron.com

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BENTLEY MOTORS NAMED TOP EMPLOYER WITH FOCUS ON THE FUTURE COMMENDED • Top Employer Institute names Bentley as a Top Employer • Institute highlights talent management and effective learning and development processes as stand out successes • Marks seventh successive year Bentley has been acknowledged as a Top Employer

entley Motors has been recognised as a Top Employer for the seventh consecutive year, reflecting the company’s investment and focus on personal development, future talent and employee conditions.

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The award - presented by the Top Employers Institute -highlighted Bentley’s emphasis on continuous improvement, employee conditions and dedication to the company’s 4,000-strong workforce.

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Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Astrid Fontaine, Member of the Board for People, Digitalisation & IT, said: “Maintaining Bentley’s status as one of Britain’s Top Employers reflects the company’s dedication to the personal and professional development of all of its colleagues. Everyone here at Bentley is incredibly passionate about what they do and we all want to make Bentley the best company it can be.”

The annual international research - undertaken by the Top Employers Institute - recognises leading employers around the world, which provide excellent working conditions, make every effort to continuously enhance recruitment processes and nurture and develop talent throughout all levels of the business.

In a demonstration of the company’s commitment to future talent, Bentley Motors is currently launching its latest recruitment campaign for Apprentices,

Undergraduates and Graduates, covering all business areas. The new cohort, starting in autumn 2018 will join the 250 people already on trainee programmes.

Looking even further ahead, Bentley is playing a pivotal role in the Crewe Engineering and Design University Technical College. The school offers an inspiring education for 14-18 year olds seeking a pathway to future employment. www.bentleymedia.com

About Bentley Motors Bentley Motors is the most sought after luxury car brand in the world. The company’s headquarters in Crewe is home to all of its operations including design, R&D, engineering and production of the company’s four model lines, Bentayga, Continental, Flying Spur and Mulsanne. The combination of fine craftsmanship, using skills that have been handed down through generations, alongside engineering expertise and cutting-edge technology is unique to UK luxury car brands such as Bentley. It is also an example of high-value British manufacturing at its best. Bentley employs around 4,000 people at Crewe.

MANUFACTURING EXTRAVAGANZA SET TO RETURN TO NEC IN APRIL 2018 he biennial co-located events; Drives & Controls, Smart Industry Expo, Fluid Power & Systems, Plant & Asset Management, and Air-Tech Exhibitions – are once again set to return to Birmingham’s NEC (Halls 8, 9 and 10) from 10th -12th April 2018, alongside MACH 2018.

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New to the co-location of DFA events for 2018, is the inaugural Smart Industry Expo.

The new event will give exhibitors the opportunity to communicate directly with senior management across the whole of the UK industrial spectrum, from managing directors, financial directors, and owners to process/control and IT/ automation management, plus many more who are all seeking guidance in order to prepare for this smart engineering transformation.

The 2018 co-location will be at least 1000m2 bigger than the 2016 exhibition, thanks to the addition of the new Smart Industry Expo event.

The entrance to the Smart Industry Expo will be dominated by a double-stand occupied by Schneider Electric, covering around 150m2 – twice the area that the company had at the previous Drives show in 2016. Another exhibitor transferring to the new event is the sensor-maker ifm electronic, which has also increased its stand space, by 20m2.

The Smart Industry Expo has also attracted Festo (which has not appeared at the Drives Show for many years), as well as other well-known names such as Universal Robots, Harting, Panduit, Sigmatek, Senseye, Codra, Exor and Applied Automation.

Smart Industry Expo will be one of the UK’s most comprehensive dedicated events focusing on the Fourth Industrial Revolution and transforming to a smart manufacturing era.

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Co-location of events Drives & Controls Exhibition will once again bring together key suppliers of state-of-the-art equipment representing the multi-tasking culture of today’s design engineer, covering critical areas such as energy efficiency, machine safety, drives, motion control, robotics and automation plus much more, all under one roof. With the advent of the smart factory, Drives & Controls Exhibition is an essential source of technological and engineering information.

More than 100 companies have already signed up to exhibit at the Drives Show, with a further 25 booking stands for the new Smart Industry Expo event, which is dedicated to the factory of the future.

First-time exhibitors in the Drives & Controls Show will include Charter Controls, Wiska, ETA Enclosures, Eldon, EBM Papst, Finder, Elmo Motion, Procentec, Fischer Connectors and Infranor. TEC Motors is returning with a 128m2 stand that is 60% larger than the one it had at the 2016 show. Phoenix Contact is more than quadrupling the size of its stand from 16m2 in 2016 to 72m2 in 2018.

Other returning exhibitors include Beckhoff,

B&R, Rittal,Siemens/ HMK, Weidmuller, Danfoss, WEG, Eplan, Beijer, Wago, Mitsubishi, Radwell, IGE-XAO and KEB. Gambica and the European Transmission Distributors Association will again be hosting pavilions where members will be promoting their activities.

Following the success of the inaugural robotics demonstration zone at the 2016 show, this feature is returning with working displays of the latest in robot technologies, including collaborative devices. Elsewhere, visitors will be able to test their driving skills on a Formula 1 simulator on the Megadyne stand.

Other co-location of events running alongside Drives & Controls Exhibition and Smart Industry Expo, includes; Plant & Asset Management 2018, the UK’s premier event for plant, asset, maintenance and works management engineers and directors, showcasing the very latest in condition monitoring, CMMS, outsourcing/contract maintenance, energy efficiency, boilers/ burners/combustion, handling and storage plus much more.

Industry spends huge sums of money maintaining its plant, machinery and

The 2018 co-location will be at least 1000m2 bigger than the 2016 exhibition, thanks to the addition of the new Smart Industry Expo event.

Pneumatics: valve and valve islands, linear and rotary actuators, air motors, FRLs and other treatment technologies.

Systems: Electro-hydraulic & pneumatic systems design; CAN bus technology; process automation; monitoring & control; modelling & simulation.

Instrumentation: Sensors, switches and controls as applied to fluid power: Temperature, flow, pressure, liquid level, position.

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building assets and, because of constantly increasing business and financial pressures, there is an on-going need to achieve the maximum performance from those assets. The combination of a highly focused exhibition with numerous leading companies showcasing their technologies and concurrent seminars really is a onestop shop for all industrial engineering professionals to source solutions to these problems.

Fluid Power & Systems 2018 While Fluid Power & Systems 2018, is the only event in the UK that is 100% focused on a comprehensive range of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, together with products that facilitate better electromechanic system design and application for improved process automation, control, monitoring and analytics.

Fully supported by the British Fluid Power Association (BFPA), Fluid Power & Systems comprises the largest gathering of world-class companies displaying and

demonstrating the latest in mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment.

Chris Buxton, CEO of the British Fluid Power Association, commented on the Association’s decision to exhibit again at Fluid Power & Systems: “There is no better event for the fluid power market than Fluid Power & Systems; thus, BFPA will be present at the 2018 outing with a larger than normal pavilion augmented with a dedicated Distributor pavilion co-located in the centre of Hall 8.”

Whatever your industrial sector, whether engineering, construction, offshore/marine, oil & gas, agriculture/farming, automotive, aerospace etc., Fluid Power & Systems – with free entry for visitors – offers a convenient one-stop shop for all your fluid power and system requirements, including: Hydraulics: industrial and mobile, including pumps and power packs, cylinders, valves, motors, heat exchangers, and accumulators. Filters and sealing technologies.

In addition Air-Tech 2018 is set to highlight current key themes related to the very latest in air compressor and related technology from companies from around the globe. The event is supported by the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), and is the UK’s only dedicated event for the compressed air and generators market.

Vanda Jones, the British Compressed Air Society’s executive director, commented on its presence at the key industry event: “As the UK’s only dedicated exhibition for the compressed air, generators and vacuum market, Air-Tech is an ideal chance for visitors to keep up to date with all the latest developments in our industry. For BCAS, it is an ideal opportunity to engage with manufacturers, distributors and end users alike, and for us to provide impartial advice about legislation, standards and technical issues Events like Air-Tech are more vital than ever over the next two years because it brings our industry together to understand issues that affect us all; such as Brexit.”

Visitors to Air-Tech will be able to see a wide range of equipment and solutions, including the following: • Accumulators, actuators, air delivery systems and air motors.

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• Instruments, lubricators, manifolds and mobile compressors.

• Pumps, regulators, sensors, software and valves.

Collectively the co-location of exhibitions will be the largest manufacturing and engineering events of 2018, and will create an unmissable event.

Seminar programme At a time when engineers are under increasing pressure, and time out of the office for attending exhibitions needs to be balanced against heavy workloads, one growing justification is attending a wellbalanced and focused seminar programme where gaining further industry knowledge is at the core.

Located at the heart of the 2018 co-location is The Knowledge Hub, sponsored by Gardner Denver, which will feature a free comprehensive programme of seminars and panel discussions, with speakers offering expert insight and practical advice on important and topical issues.

As part of the ongoing global transformation to the smart manufacturing era, The Knowledge Hub’s theme for 2018 is Smart Factory - Concept to Reality, the journey to a smart future.

Global initiatives and the technological paradigm shift associated with the Industrial Internet of Things, shows that there is a growing opportunity for industry to take advantage of the creativity and entrepreneurial nature of UK companies.

The uptake of smart technologies in the industrial sector will be central to our future, by improving our national productivity, creating higher value jobs, and arming our workforce with the digital skills required in the decades ahead.

The Knowledge Hub fully reflects this and will provide a fascinating insight into the potential plants of the future, with high profile panel discussions and seminars from leading figures in the industry, including: Lynne McGregor - Innovate UK Chris Richards - EEF Steve Brambley - GAMBICA Dr Susan Scurlock - Primary Engineer Dave Atkinson - Lloyds Bank Chris Buxton - BFPA Lina Huertas – HVM Catapult Sam Turner – HVM Catapult

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Jeremy Hadall - MTC Paul Brooks – Santander Mike Wilson - BARA Plus many more.

Over the course of the three-day seminar programme, visitors will have the opportunity to experience a complete smart roadmap, with each day of the Knowledge Hub representing a different stage of the smart journey covering all aspect of the digital transformation: Day 1: Concept Day 2: Transition Day 3: Implementation The UK manufacturing sector has the potential to be a global leader in the industrial digital technology revolution.

This year’s Knowledge Hub theme Smart Factory - Concept to Reality, the journey to a smart future, will help ensure visitors seize the opportunities that exist and promote the benefits of adopting emerging digital technologies.

The variety and scope of the seminar programme for 2018 is extremely exciting, adding real value. The combination of leading manufacturing events, with a highly focused seminar programme, will give visitors a genuine opportunity to keep abreast of the latest industry developments.

For the full Knowledge Hub seminar programme, including session synopses, and to register, please visit: www.fluidpowersystems-expo.com www.airtech-expo.com

www.drives-expo.com http://www.smartindustry-expo.com www.maintenanceuk-expo.com

Maintenance Seminar Theatre In addition to the Knowledge Hub, and complementing Plant & Asset Management 2018 will be a full programme of free technical seminars in a dedicated seminar theatre - The Maintenance Seminar Theatre - with speakers offering expert specific insight and practical advice on important and topical issues concerning today’s maintenance professionals.

The Plant & Asset Management 2018 free seminars will include a cross section of topics including; the economic benefits of condition-based maintenance; Maintenance 4.0; improving maintenance and managing plant availability & lifecycle costs; oil sampling and analysis; maintenance, repair and overhaul of rotating equipment, plus much more. These are just a few of the seminar topics being presented in The Maintenance Seminar Theatre at the 2018 Plant & Asset Management Exhibition.

For the full Maintenance Seminar Theatre seminar programme, including session synopses, and to register, please visit: www.maintenanceuk-expo.com For regular show updates and to register to attend, please visit the respective official websites: www.fluidpowersystems-expo.com www.airtech-expo.com www.drives-expo.com http://www.smartindustry-expo.com www.maintenanceuk-expo.com

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mall drives for machines and equipment are typically powered up to 9.0 A, and are protected by conventional motor circuit

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However, when space in the enclosure is limited, it is very difficult to find room for significant numbers of protective components.

Rittal’s new motor controllers for its RiLine Compact power distribution system offers a sophisticated solution.

To assist the engineer Rittal has also produced a 3D configurator that reduces the time required to generate Compact RiLine busbar systems.

Following the successful launch of the busbar system “RiLine Compact” at the beginning of the year, Rittal is now expanding the product range.

Until now, the small 125-A-max busbar system consisted entirely of shockhazard-protected boards, which form the basis of the system, along with assembly components such as connection adapters for busbar infeed and component adapters for the easy set-up of switchgear and protection devices produced by other manufacturers.

Rittal will shortly be launching new motor controllers into the range.

These can be fitted directly and easily onto the board in a one-step installation, to minimise the time and effort spent on wiring.

A compact solution for small spaces Rittal offers motor controllers in three staggered current ranges: 8 A/2.4 A/8 A. These combine the functions of direct starter and reversing starter within one single device.

Its slimline profile - just 22.5 mm wide - is particularly impressive and frees up around 50 percent more space compared to the standard 45 mm-wide switching device in the range, and as much as 75 percent more space compared to the 90 mm-wide reversing combinations.

Hybrid technology to impress The three-phase motor controller is a highperformance hybrid switching device with a current monitoring function, offering a longer lifespan and low-loss operation.

The principle behind it is simple: first, the electronics are switched on using the input signal, and then the mechanical contacts takeover for the duration.

The motor controller also provides diagnostics, which to detect internal and external errors.

The operating statuses and error messages can then be evaluated through the four different illuminated LEDs. 3D Configurator To assist the engineer Rittal has also produced a 3 D configurator that reduces the time required to generate Compact RiLine busbar systems.

A series of easy to follow steps produces detailed drawings, the ability to select component adaptors, and a bill of materials https://www.rittal.com/com_en/riline/ konfigurator/#/6.

Further information at www.rittal.co.uk and www.friedhelm-loh-group.com or on twitter @rittal_ltd.

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MMS Electronic has available a range of Intelligent TFT displays for use in industrial applications. Available in 3.2 5.7” and 7.0” with LED backlight and touch-screen. These int display with innovative user-friendly features reduce develo time and cost. For example, a virtual keyboard, analogue instrument or bar graphs can be generated on the screen w a few simple commands. The EA eDIPTFT57-A and EA eDIPT also provides acoustic feedback into an 8 ohm speaker. ranging from simple clicks or jingles acting as warning or messages. Simple macro programs, pictures and gif anim can be stored and run directly from the display memory w use of an external micro-processor. Text can be freely mix the graphics. The unit features two analogue inputs, 8 digita and 8 digital outputs. On-board interface is serial, I2C and USB, RS232, RS485 with level converter. Easy mounting in with a 2.54 mm pitch socket, ZIF connector or use our stylis mount bezel

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The Exico name is returning to the UK industrial motor and inverter drive market with some familiar people on-board. After a 10 years hiatus during which the original company was subsumed by a global conglomerate, the successful original format is back with an updated range and typically great technical support and customer service.

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Krijn Verwijs is one of Europe’s foremost suppliers of shellfish products including oysters, lobster and in particular fresh blue or common mussels.

In its Yerseke - Netherlands based shellfish production centre, rapid drive corrosion due to the seawater-infused atmosphere has long been a major concern. NORD aluminum geared motors with a special surface conversion treatment now provides an economical solution to resolve this issue.

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be the order of the day at Krijn Verwijs until the Effective, economic corrosion company learned of a new design approach for protection: nsd tupH for NORD drives deployed in aggressive environments: DRIVESYSTEMS’ ‘CLEAN DRIVE’ nsd tupH surface aluminum treatment. This drives technology enables aluminium geared motors – which can be very easily and

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS corrosion-resistant drives by effortlessly washed manufacture down – to permanently achieve stainless means of the resistance nsd tupH to sealed surface conversion system. Aluminum drives steel grade corrosion. are thereby given a smooth, ultra-hard surface that, in contrast to paint, hasblows begunortoscratches. roll out CLEAN is Krijn unaffVerwijs ected by The DRIVE drives nsd are tested and proven in tupH systems are sureatmosphere. to provide considerable applications with that a maritime Previous to that, they have proven longer service livesblistering in the salt-rich their resilience against per ASTMatmosphere.

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Or contact us today to find your solution: Exico’s motor range includes: single phase three-phase motors Call motors; +44 (0)23 9245 9600 (IE1, IE2, IE3 and IE4); ATEX explosion-proof motors; marine motors; or email Sales@fi scherconnectors.co.uk medium and high voltage motors. It also supplies variable speed drives, gearboxes, accessories such as brakes, fans, encoders and slide rails and coolant pumps for machine tools.

As well as standard motors Exico UK is able to build integrated drive packages and to supply bespoke motors with, for instance, windings for non-standard voltages, shaft modifications, fitted brakes and encoders, and marine motors for use both on and below decks. Much of this technical work is directly overseen by Managing & Technical Director Jerry Hodek, (pic left) who has a Masters degree in electrical engineering Connectors manufactures reliable and 25 years experience in the motors industry.

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SAVING WITH MORE PERFORMANCE ichard Chambers is internationally recognised for his products, which are either unique or the best in the world, covering most areas in industry and transport, and also private areas..

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For friction reduction, SX-6000 is the only product in the world with high density PTFE, which, added to any oil system, produces a coating on the friction surfaces with 0.02 coefficient of friction.

(Next best 0.04). Cost reduction comes from the reduced friction, and wear reduction is certified to be up to 88%, on the road and in the works. In vehicle engines an oil-saving of 50% is also normal.

Fault finding, from just starting, allows quick correction rather than waiting until a break-down, also saves loss in production time. Leaks of compressed air or explosive gases can be found at 3 times the distance of the next-best fault finder, or with an accessory up to nearly 100 metres. The Ultrasonic SPY is the standard in many big plants in all industries.

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Optimising electricity consumption in electric motors with the Powerboss is unique in the world, with several other programmable features, such as soft start and stop, which remove shock-loading, and overload and underload sensing. By air compressors at least 16% is always saved, and with SX-6000 added to their oil it goes up to over 20%. In some other applications even over 50% has been achieved.

When polymer oil seals start to lose their plasticisers, a “proper repair” with loss of production time to replace the seal is not required. Simply add LecWec, even possible while the machine is still running.

Reports from users of over 15 years ago confirm that as long as the oil with LecWec is still in the machine, the seals remain cured. Compare the costs! If a power-steering leaks, “normally” it has to be replaced, with 4-figure costs. The necessary LecWec costs, for a private car, about $12.

Intelligent lighting saves electricity and gives, for whatever is being done,

ideal lighting. LED lights are optimal for lowering the power cost, and with the new and uniquely programmable sensor, quick group-changes ensure constant good working conditions, from precision work to warehousing. And replacement of fluorescent lighting will save the cost well within a year, and the lighting will hold for over 50,000 hours.

Chambers warns, that there are several others who claim big savings, but who have no proof of such. For instance, frequency adjusters are claimed to be capable of serving if also fitted to motors which are not required to vary their speed. Lies and bribery. Demand scientifically solid evidence, on paper, and submit it to experts. www.qmi.de www.chambers-gmbh.de

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EFFICIENT PRODUCTION OF STEAM VIA PROPER BOILER OPERATION oilers are industrial equipment used for the production of steam. There are various types of boilers in industrial use, from the small scale process user to the large scale combined heating and electric power producer. They are classified as plain double shell, fire tube, and water tube boilers in terms of their construction and as low pressure, medium pressure, high pressure and very high pressure boilers in terms of the pressure. The water tube boiler is large scale. Most large scale industries use water tube boilers. Boilers being high-pressure vessel have to be designed and fabricated to a high standard of safety. They are made up of bank of tubes, inside which water circulates, connected to one or more headers and drums.

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that is used to generate steam by heating de-mineralized water until it is converted to steam of varying pressures.

Boiler Operations • How to prepare the boiler for commissioning • How to operate the boiler • About boiler servicing and maintenance

To prepare Boiler for Commissioning Process operators need to ensure that; 1. The water tubes are leak free.

2. The water chamber is leak free and pressure tight.

3. The steam tubes are leak free.

4. The steam chamber is leak free and pressure tight.

5. The combustion chambers is lined with correct refractory materials.

6. The flue gas chamber is lined with correct refractory material.

7. The combustion chamber, gas path down to the stack is unblock and Ok. 8. The flue gas chamber and its path to the

stack is also clear.

9. The force draught fans is functioning well 10. The feed water (well treated and deionized) pump is functioning alright and its pressure slightly above the pressure of its surge drum.

11. The economizer and exchanger are ready, and in good condition.

12. The down-comers and riser are leak free and pressure tight.

13. The safety valves, vents and drains are in good working condition.

14. All instruments (level, pressure gauge, controllers and valves etc) are all ok.

15. The cyclones in the steam drum is functional.

16. The scrubbers are in good condition.

To Operate a Boiler 1. Start water circulation.

2. Check for leakages.

3. Pressure test.

4. Start heating up.

5. Monitor pressure rise.

6. Check for leaking tubes as temperature and pressure rise.

7. Continue heating up.

8. Stabilize the operating condition.

Boiler Servicing and Maintenance The major maintenance services associated with boilers are; 1. Soot blowing: Soot, ash and other solid particles carried by flue gas get deposited on the boiler tubes and along the flow passage of the flue gas. Soot deposits therefore, create additional resistance to heat transfer across the tubes, thereby impeding the thermal efficiency of the boiler. So these soot are removed by soot blowing done a couple of times daily, especially in water tubes boilers using steam of about 20 bar pressure. The steam passes through the pipe carrying a series of pores where it disengages and hits soot. On impact with the soot and other solids, the particles fall off. Other adhesive soot that cannot be removed this way are scrapped off using wire brush and scrubber during major activity e.g. TAM (Turn Around Maintenance).

2. Leak test: Leakage tests are carried out and ratified during major maintenance activity unless the leak is serious.

Pressurizing the boiler with cold water and noting leaking points detect leakages. Leak

tubes are to be cut off 3 feet above and 3 feet below the leaking point and replaced with material of same specification. It should be welded using specialized high pressure welding techniques, and x-ray analysis is to be carried out to determine the success of the welding.

Ultrasonic test measurement can also be performed to determine the thickness of the tubes.

3. Boiler refractory bricks: The large boilers are usually lined internally with refractory bricks. These are heat resistant materials that safely contain the combustion heat and shield the other wall materials from excessive heat. The bricks may wear off due to abrasions. When refractory wears off it may need to be replaced entirely during major maintenance activity, ie TAM. Where the bricks might fall off in a portion of the wall, these can also be replaced during shutdowns. Hot surfaces or spots are indications of all of refractory material or cracks.

4. Boiler accessories: These include blowers/fans, electrostatic precipitator for flue gas purification, recuperators for heat recovery, ash bins, instruments, insulations etc. All these are to be checked and

There are various types of boilers in industrial use, from the small scale process user to the large scale combined heating and electric power producer.

serviced regularly.

The relevant manufacturers manuals should be consulted and even the attention of the vendors.

5. Turbines: Major equipment usually associated with boiler house is the steam turbine. The turbine uses high pressure steam to produce mechanical energy which could be used to operate power generator or run a pump, etc. Various types of turbines are available such as condensing and non-condensing types automatic extraction, etc. Major maintenance services are similar to that of other rotary equipment such as pumps. e.g. lubrication of bearings, alignment of couplings, checking of eroded blades, leakage etc.

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Steam Generation in Modern Boilers There are water and steam tubes contained in two large chambers known as the combustion and flue gas chamber respectively, and are both lined with refractory material. The hot gas generated rise upward and pass into the flue gas chamber from which they go to the stack and are expelled. A force draught fan blows air into the chamber to keep a pressure inside higher than atmospheric.

When preheated water is fed (say at 270 oC) it enters through the economizer where it is further heated to 350 oC. The economizer is a coil of tubes placed at the lower side of the flue gas flow path and

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exchanges heat with the flue gas. The feed water advances to the drum and down the downcommers to the bottom header and up to the risers in the combustion chamber where it partly vaporizes. It returns to the steam disengaging drum where steam and water separates, where the steam proceeds to the primary superheater while the water returns though the downcommer.

There are cyclones in the steam drum to prevent carry over of water droplets and other particles. The steam leaves the primary super heater at a temperature of about 4300C and pass through two special cylinders called de-superheaters where is mixes with water and immediately vaporizes, thereby lowering the temperature of the steam. After steam proceeds to the secondary super heater

where it is heated up to 530 oC. The heat in the boiler is obtained from combustion of fuel oil and gas. The air required for the combustion is sucked in from outside and sent to the combustion chamber by draught air fans. The air is preheated to 60 oC by a network of coil carrying steam. There is the special air heaters (sometimes the Ljungstorms) in which the air further get heated considerably. The air heater is placed in the flue gas pass way to the stack. The flue gas passes through the air heater to the stack at control temperature.

Note: This article was first featured in the May 2009 issue (Volume 3 and Issue 5) of Steam & Boiler Review magazine.

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THE UK’S LONGEST-STANDING STEAM EXPERT here's only one steam boiler company that can boast over 120 years of operation, class-leading energy-saving solutions, and UK-manufactured steam boilers - CFB Boilers.

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Trusted experts We're the trusted steam specialist for hundreds of companies across tens of industries, all of whom receive qualityengineered, high performance, reliable and energy-efficient steam and hot water solutions.

Our credentials for technical excellence and engineering expertise are renowned in the industry, as is our genuine commitment customer service and satisfaction.

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Product innovation Manufacturing class-leading products is in our blood; we were the first steam boiler specialist to manufacture a superior, energy-saving four-pass steam boiler. And we're the minds behind an innovative reverse osmosis unit which delivers high performance for around half the cost of alternative products on that market.

Quality manufacturing As well as manufacturing our flagship steam boiler at our purpose-built facility in Essex, we are the OEM partner for the Bosch range of horizontal boilers, and also supply a wide variety of electric and hot water boilers, ancillary equipment, reverse osmosis (RO), plant rooms and skid assemblies. An independent company, we

have complete control over our product range, ensuring the highest standards of equipment manufacturing.

Experienced engineers CFB Boilers is a family-owned business that’s been established more than 120 years. All of our engineers benefit from experience that’s been collated over more than a century - expertise that then becomes the advantage for our customers.

Complete steam solutions CFB Boilers offers a complete range of specialist steam services, from design and installation to maintenance and repair. We pride ourselves on delivering exemplary customer service, fast quotation response, quick order turnarounds, and competitive pricing as standard.

FAMOUS GREEN STEAM BOILER GETS EXCLUSIVE COPPER MAKEOVER he famously distinctive bright green shell of one of CFB Boilers’ 4VT Steam Boiler has been transformed with a copper overskin – and the result is jaw-dropping. This customised job was completed at the request of an equally famous client who is set to launch a microbrewery in Devon later this year. The brewery will produce real ale to help pubs and restaurants meet increasing demand for the product.

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Handcrafted at CFB Boilers’ manufacturing facility in Essex, this exclusive 4VT Steam Boiler underwent an overskin process using a 12mm copper sheet – the same material that is used by coppersmiths in the brewing industry on copper tanks, vessels and pipework – to give the boiler a more traditional look. The usual bright red burner casing was also exchanged for a more complementary metallic silver finish. Ready to fire with skid, the boiler was then sited and installed by CFB Boiler’s in-house engineers at the client’s microbrewery.

Despite its copper exterior, the 4VT steam boiler still very much retains its green credentials; it is arguably the most energy efficient, high performance, reliable, and low maintenance steam boiler on the market thanks to a number of class-leading innovations. These include energy-saving fourpass technology, a 30% larger steam chamber, and integral heat recovery.

Additionally, the 4VT Steam Boiler boasts a start-up time of just 10-15 minutes, precise temperature delivery, a compact, tubeless design, and can be used with gas, oil or LPG. Fans of the 4VT Steam Boiler’s trademark green colour needn’t worry though, as Derek Parish, Managing Director of CFB Boilers, explained: “Clients can request a specific colour or finish for our boilers and plant rooms. As well as metallic finishes, we’ve done custom paint jobs in just about every colour you can imagine to fit in with our client’s branding or other particular needs. However, most clients absolutely love the original green and red on our flagship 4VT as it brings a great pop of colour to the brewery floor.”

CFB Boiler’s 4VT Steam Boiler is available in 12 models from 8- 150HP and is manufactured by the 120-year-old steam specialist in Britain.

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ANDREWS ADDS NEW HIGH-CAPACITY BOILER TO ITS HIRE FLEET he launch of a new 1,500kW, lower pressure hot-water boiler by Andrews Sykes brings to the industrial fleet hire market an advanced, fully packaged boiler hire unit that features 3-stage NOx (Nitrous Oxide) burner technology to maximise fuel savings and meet all current EU emission legislation. Its introduction follows research by Andrews Boiler Hire that highlights in major projects where large capacities of hot water are required it is often common practice to link a number of boilers. In many such applications the new higher capacity unit will eliminate this general practice, making for a faster and more efficient solution.

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Available now from the Andrews Boiler Hire for short or long-term projects, the fully containerised 1,500kW LPHW boiler is fuelled by gas oil as standard but can also be converted for use on mains gas supply for short or long term solutions. It runs on a 415V power supply and can be supplied with its own ADR-approved 10,333-litre

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bunded fuel tank ready to be connected for immediate use Utilising an internal heat exchanger and pump, the unit supplies stepped temperature control for heating and hot water and is expected to appeal to those operating in diverse business sectors.

These include district heating systems, factories, production facilities, sports & leisure centres, retail environments, hospitals and healthcare establishments and many more where hot water is required.

The new high-capacity boiler is held in a secure, vandal-proof steel container, requiring a footprint of just 6m x 2.4m, weighs 8,900kg and with a maximum fuel consumption of 172.5l/h it provides up to 1,500kW of piping hot water. It is equipped with lifting eyes that enable Andrews to quickly transport and off-load easily on site to facilitate a prompt fast installation for a return of heating or hot water or both.

Commenting on this addition to an already comprehensive range of boilers-for-hire, Carl Webb, Uk Sales Director at Andrews Sykes, says “By introducing the 1,500kW LPHW boiler – our biggest yet – to the hire fleet, we are able to provide customers with an all-encompassing solution that negates the need for several smaller units.

We recognise the growing demand for fuel economy, and our three-stage burner feature will enable clients to keep running costs at an affordable level whilst still achieving project requirements.”

The new 1500kW LPHW boiler, the largest and latest in the Andrews Boiler Hire fleet is available from Andrews Sykes established and extensive network of national depots which can be contacted on 0800 211 611.

Andrews Sykes Hire Limited Tel: 0800 211 611 s.salescentre@andrews-sykes.com www.andrews-sykes.com

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Riello launches new burners for waste incinerators

The UK’s longest-standing steam expert

‘Real Time’ Remote Monitoring For The Boilerhouse

Riello’s competitively priced incineration burners are designed for use in a wide range of point-of-use incineration applications including general waste, medical waste and animal waste.

There’s only one steam boiler company that can boast over 120 years of operation, class-leading energy-saving solutions, and UK-manufactured steam boilers - CFB Boilers.

‘HALO’ uses cutting edge technology, creating a monitoring system which uses analogue, digital and mod bus for a critical overview into asset performance.

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Suitable for use with gas oil, kerosene or bio oil blends, the burners have been developed in close consultation with incinerator manufacturers. As such, they build on tried and tested burner designs with additional features that specifically address the key challenges posed by point-of-source operation. These include a blinding relay to moderate the response of the in-built photocell, a continuously running fan for high-temperature environments and ability to use 220/230V and 50/60Hz power supplies.

We’re the trusted steam specialist for hundreds of companies across tens of industries, all of whom receive qualityengineered, high performance, reliable and energy-efficient steam and hot water solutions. Our credentials for technical excellence and engineering expertise are renowned in the industry, as is our genuine commitment customer service and satisfaction.

With customers demanding a more efficient way of keeping costs down, fuel, water, steam and power are monitored, delivering consumption and cost per Kg of steam raised.

For further information visit www.rielloburners.co.uk

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Gas Process Burners Lanemark gas burner systems offer users reliable, high efficiency, process heating solutions.

FD Series Packaged Oven/Dryer Burners Specifically designed for process air heating applications in convection ovens and dryers High turndown/short flame lengths providing accurate process temperature control High efficiency gas + air modulation, gas only modulation and simple high/low control options Heat Input Range: 9 kW – 1550 kW

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Midco HMA Series Air Replacement or “Make-Up” Air Heating Burners Direct fired, high efficiency burner systems, for high volume air heating applications such as paint spray booths, ovens and dryers.

Supplied either as Midco burner heads for OEM system integration or as Lanemark DB or FDB complete packaged systems including modulating gas valve trains and controls Wide range of firing rates to suit alternative temperature rise and air velocity system requirements DbCalc system design software

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high turndown, air replacement or “make-up” air heating burners.

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VERSAMOVE TRANSFER SYSTEM BOASTS NEW COMPACT CURVE

k is expanding its modular pallet transfer system Versamove standard with a curved module which has an impressive space-saving design that enables 90° and 180° turns in the tightest of spaces.

The cost-effective and compact curved module can be used in place of liftingtraversing units and lifting-rotating units for transfer onto a parallel conveyor line.

The curved module is available with its own drive, or it can be operated via the adjoining section.

Versamove is a versatile, high-quality pallet transfer system which can be used in almost all areas of automated production and material flow. Its modular design allows for quick and transparent scheduling and project planning. The system has the flexibility to be expanded or adapted according to conditions on site.

Advantages of the new curved module

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The new, compact curve is a space-saving module that enables 90° and 180° turns in the tightest of spaces and is available in 240, 320 and 400 mm widths.

The pallets are moved along the curve track by round belts. This allows the workpieces to maintain their orientation as they traverse the curve.

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Compact and space-saving design

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Particularly suited to parallel conveyor lines that are positioned close to one another (180° turns)

The Versamove system is available in three weight and size classes. The Versamove standard is designed for weights of up to 40 kg per pallet. The Versamove plus can handle dimensions of up to 1040

x 1040 mm and weights of 100 kg. The Versamove ultra can transport pallets with dimensions of up to 1200 x 1200 mm and weights of 300 kg per pallet.

The system can therefore be used for a wide variety of application areas. While developing the system, we ensured its compatibility with systems that are currently available on the market. As a result, third-party pallets can be used on the Versamove standard. It is therefore possible to extend existing plants without any issues.

To see the full range of mk’s conveyors please visit www.mkprofiles.co.uk or call (01949) 823751.

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THE RIGHT ROBOT FOR THE JOB CONSIDERATIONS WHEN PURCHASING A ROBOT n September 2017, ABB’s dual armed robot, YuMi®, made history by becoming the first robot to conduct an orchestra. YuMi® conducted three pieces at the Lucca Philharmonic Orchestra, accompanied by Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli and Maria Luigia Borsi. Here, Jonathan Wilkins, marketing director at obsolete industrial equipment supplier, EU Automation, discusses his top considerations when purchasing a robot.

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From robotic conductors to robot vacuum cleaners, there is a vast choice of automated systems available for different purposes.

Because there are so many options, it can be difficult for companies to choose which model to invest in. Here, we share EU Automation’s top three considerations when choosing a robot.

application The first priority when deciding which robot to purchase should be to narrow down

by application, as this determines the type of robot needed. If you’re looking to automate a pick and place activity, a SCARA robot might be most suitable. If your application requires the robot to work closely alongside human staff, a collaborative robot will most likely be for you. Different applications will require different numbers of axes of motion, payloads, speed and reach. It is important to check these features to make sure the robot can perform the task required at your facility.

Once you’ve specified the action you’d like the robot to perform, you can consider the size of the work area to make sure it will suit your production line.

Manufacturers must also take into account the accuracy and repeatability of the robot, as this will impact its performance on the production line. It is a common mistake to buy an accurate robot without considering how well it repeats the accurate motion.

operating costs

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Robots are unlikely to break down soon after purchase, but as time goes on the machines can wear and break. In order to keep costs down, manufacturers should consider maintenance before purchasing a new robot.

Introducing a new robot is sure to impact your staff. This is particularly noticeable when introducing collaborative robots, which work directly alongside humans.

Companies must ensure that staff are comfortable with the purchase and receive sufficient training.

It’s useful to know if the robot manufacturer or systems integrator that you’re purchasing from offers a preventative maintenance contract, whether this is 24/7 and what it includes.

Knowing this in advance will minimise the risk of a breakdown and being hit with unexpected costs down the line.

Running costs will also depend on the expected use of a robot and power usage.

Looking at the reliability and life span of the robot may help to guide you towards the best value for your application.

You should ensure your company has the capacity to provide any training needed so that staff understand robot programming and operation and can follow safety standards like crush zones and access areas. The programming ability of your staff must be up to the challenge of a new robot, otherwise it will be extremely difficult to operate it correctly.

The best robots are well designed, safe and user-friendly. By thinking carefully, manufacturers can combine a human workforce with a robot to best achieve business goals.

Magnetic vs Optical Leading Rotary Encoder Manufacturer POSITAL FRABA take a look at the differences between two main encoder technologies

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Magnetic Magnetic rotary rotary encoders encoders determine determine angular angular position position using using magnetic magnetic field field sensor sensor technology. technology. A A permanent permanent magnet magnet (1) (1) is is fixed fixed to to the the encoders’ encoders’ shaft shaft and and creates creates aa magnetic magnetic field field that that is is in in turn turn sampled sampled by by aa sensor sensor (2) (2) that that generates generates aa unique unique absolute absolute position position measurement. measurement.

POSITAL’s POSITAL’s IXARC IXARC magnetic magnetic encoders encoders can can perform perform at at the the performance performance level level of of optical optical systems systems due due to to aa new new generation generation of of sensor sensor systems. systems. The The combination combination of of aa custom custom Hall-effect Hall-effect sensor sensor and and complex complex signal signal processing processing alalgorithms gorithms running running on on aa powerful powerful 32 32 bit bit microprocessor, microprocessor, results results in in aa significantly significantly improved improved resolution resolution and and accuracy, accuracy, along along with with aa minimal minimal latency latency of of only only aa few few microseconds. microseconds.

Multiturn Multiturn measurements measurements are are achieved achieved by by means means of of aa revrevolution olution counter counter system system that that uses uses an an energy energy harvesting harvesting system system based based on on the the Wiegand Wiegand effect. effect. This This system system requires requires no no gears gears or or batteries. batteries. Eliminating Eliminating batteries batteries brings brings about about many many advantages advantages over over traditional traditional multiturn multiturn solutions. solutions. Batteries Batteries have have aa limited limited lifespan, lifespan, weigh weigh aa lot, lot, and and often often contain contain harmful harmful substances. substances.

Gear Gear units units also also have have disadvantages disadvantages of of their their own own being being large, large, complex, complex, costly costly and and vulnerable vulnerable to to shock shock and and vibration. vibration.

Robust Robust and and durable durable Magnetic Magnetic Advantages Advantages

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Regardless Regardless of of the the rotational rotational speed, speed, even even at at near-zero, near-zero, the the energy energy harvestharvesting ing system system generates generates short, short, powerful powerful voltage voltage pulses, pulses, sufficient sufficient to to power power the the counting counting electronics. electronics. The The result result is is aa revolution revolution counter counter that that is is independent independent of of any any external external power power supply. supply. This This technology, technology, which which has has been been proven proven for for over over 12 12 years years enables enables maintenance-free maintenance-free reliable reliable measurement measurement of of absolute absolute positions, positions, even even in in demanding demanding environments. environments.

•• Robust Robust and and durable durable •• Mechanically Mechanically simple simple and and economical economical − − no no battery, battery, no no gears gears •Compact •Compact design design for for instalinstallation lation in in small small spaces spaces

A A key key component component of of optical optical rotary rotary encoders encoders is is aa code code disk disk (1) (1) which which is is mounted mounted on on the the encoder encoder shaft shaft (2) (2) .. This This disk disk is is made made of of high high durability durability plastic plastic that that has has aa concentric concentric pattern pattern of of transparent transparent and and opaque opaque areas. areas. Infrared Infrared light light from from an an LED LED (3) (3) shines shines through through the the code code disk, disk, onto onto an an array array of of photoreceptors. photoreceptors. As As the the shaft shaft turns, turns, aa unique unique comcombination bination of of photoreceptors photoreceptors are are illuminated illuminated or or blocked blocked from from light light by by the the pattern pattern on on the the disk. disk. For For multiturn multiturn models, models, there there is is an an additional additional set set of of code code discs discs arranged arranged in in aa gear gear train train (4) (4) .. As As the the main main encoder encoder shaft shaft rotates, rotates, these these discs discs are are geared geared together together to to turn turn like like the the wheels wheels of of an an odometer. odometer. The The rotational rotational position position of of each each disc disc is is monitored monitored optioptically cally and and the the output output is is aa count count of of the the net net number number of of rotations rotations of of the the encoder encoder shaft. shaft.

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FLUXDATA ANNOUNCED NEW SPECTROPHOTOMETER: SPECTRANOVATM D8-M2, OFFERING HIGHACCURACY NON-CONTACT COLOR MEASUREMENTS FluxData Inc., an international leader in industrial in-line color process control and measurement, announced the formal release of a new color measurement system designed for use in challenging industrial settings. The new SpectraNova™ D8-M2 is designed from the ground up with reliability and efficiency in mind. The measurement head is sealed to protect the integrating sphere from the factory environment using a sapphire window, which is easily cleanable in the field.

Measurements are reported instantly to your software through a machine-tomachine interface, ensuring accuracy and eliminating the need for a human operator.

FluxData’s SpectraNova™ D8-M2 offers seamless integration with existing systems and manufacturing lines and results in dramatic reductions in costs and yield

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improvements. FluxData offers such benefits to the user by assuring that the SpectraNova™ D8-M2, which is designed for industrial applications, is noncontact, rapid, compact and correlates with QC laboratory systems. FluxData’s latest product, which includes 8° diffuse geometry, offers reflectance and CIE colorimetric data output, rapid measurement cycles of less than 150 milliseconds, and requires minimal maintenance.

“The robust nature of this product allows for it to be placed within a production line, made up of existing machinery, and do its job both rapidly and reliably” -Pano Spiliotis, CEO of FluxData Inc.

With the head weighing 0.36 kg (0.80 lbs.) and the system weighing 2.29 kg (5.05 lbs.), as well as the measurement head’s small footprint, the SpectraNova™ D8-M2 has the potential to be placed virtually anywhere on a production line, with the supporting electronics housed in a separate enclosure.

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With SAMBA Series, Cevotec offers tailored, automated fiber layup systems for challenging 3D geometries and laminates with complex fiber orientation. Given its easy scalability, Fiber Patch Placement adjusts to requirements of high-volume production with throughputs of 100 kg per hour as well as flexible batch production, prototyping and R&D. ARTIST STUDIO is the matching CAD-CAM software for generating patchbased fiber laminates and automated robot programming. A plug-in for commercial FEM software allows for efficient structural simulation.

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PROLONGING THE SERVICE LIFE OF A CONTROL VALVE THROUGH PROPER SELECTION AND OPERATION his is due to the fact that it is the final element that ultimately manipulates the value of the variable in the control process. It alters the value of the manipulated variable in response to an output signal from a controller whether automatic, manual or by direct human action.

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The control valve has two main parts namely the valve body and the valve plug and they differ in geometry and material of construction. The combined body and plug geometry determines the flow properties of the valve. The valve flow differs in design like the through-flow types and the blending and stream-splitting types. Likewise, valve seats differ in construction. There are the conventional and the contoured valve seat types with parabolic and quickopening plugs whose internals can only be inspected during servicing.

A simple control loop as shown in Figure 1 is a close system consisting of selected instruments that work together as a single to control fluid flow and minimize flow control problems. From Figures 1 and 2 a simple control loop consists of a sensor which can be an orifice, thermocouple, or a venture meter, a transmitter which can be either differential pressure electropneumatic or pneumatic transmitter, an indicator which can be a pressure gauge, level gauge or temperature gauge, a transducer which converts the reported signal from the manipulated form, to the form understandable to the final control instrument or a positioner which gives

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proportion al positional action to the valve stem so as to correctly position the plug in the valve body and finally the control valve.

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Ball Valves: These are stop valves that use a ball to stop or start the flow of fluid. When the valve handle is operated to open the valve, the ball rotates to a point where the hole through the ball is in line with the valve body inlet and outlet. When the valve is shut, which requires only a 90 degree rotation of the hand wheel for most valves, the ball is rotated so the hole is perpendicular to the flow openings of the valve body, and flow is stopped.

Most of ball valves are of the quick acting type, but many are planetary gear operated. This type of gearing allows the use of relatively small hand wheel and operating force to operate a fairly large valve. The gearing however increases the operating time for the valve. Ball valve is normally found in the following systems: desalination plants, trim and drain, air, hydraulic, and oil transfer etc. It is used for general service, high temperature conditions and slurries.

Gate Valves: Gate valves are usually used when a straight line flow of fluid and minimum restriction is desired. They are also named because the part that either stops or allows flow through the valve acts somewhat like the opening and closing of a gate. When the valve is wide open, it is fully drawn up into the valve, leaving an opening for flow through the valve the same size as the pipe in which the valve is installed. Therefore, there is little pressure drop or flow restriction through the valve. Gate valves are not usually suitable for throttling purposes because the control of flow would be difficult due to valve design and since the flow of fluid

slapping against a partially open gate can cause serious damage to the valve. Gate valves used in steam systems always have flexible gates. The reason is to prevent binding of the gate within the valve when the valve is in close position. When steam lines are heated, they will expand causing some distortion of valve bodies. If a solid gate fits snugly between the seat of the valve in a cold steam system, when the system is heated and pipes elongate, the seats will compress against the gate, wedging the gate between them and clamping the valve shut. This problem is overcome by use of a flexible gate. This allows the gate to flex as the valve seat compress it, thereby preventing clamping.

Butterfly Valves: The butterfly valve is used in a variety of systems aboard vessel. These valves can be used effectively in salt water, lube oil and fresh water systems. The butterfly valves are light in weight, relatively small, quick acting, provides positive shut-off, and can be used in throttling. This valve has a body, a resilient seat, a butterfly disk, a stem, packing, a notched positioning plate, and a handle. The resilient seat is under compression when it is mounted in the valve body, thus making a seal around the periphery of the disk and both upper and lower points where the stem passes through the seat. Packing is provided to form a positive seal around the stem for added protection in case the seal formed by the seat should become damaged.

Control valve usually known as the final control element is integral equipment in the oil and gas and process industries because they are used to control the flow of fluids.

Butterfly valves are easy to maintain. The resilient seat is held in place by mechanical means, and neither bonding nor cementing is necessary, because the seat is replaceable, the valve seat does not require lapping, grinding, or machine work.

Control Valve Operation For the effective operation, controlling and maintenance of a valve, certain activities are to be well known and acquainted with to an operator. The most important operations are as follows;

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Always notify the panel operator the process status of the valve.

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To Stroke a Control Valve:

Lining up of process control valve is just the commissioning of the isolation valves at its terminals. Operators need to know the location of every valve in the unit. That is the first thing a fresh trainee should do. Line tracing, knowing the chemical and physical properties of materials, and process equipment and chemistry knowledge is very essential to everyone who works therein.

Stroking of control valve is an action carried out jointly between the field or unit operator and the control room operator. It is the opening and closing of the valve in isolation to inspect whether it is responding correctly or not with the indications.

The panel operator alters the valve positions and the unit operator visualises the position. Instruments are air actuated because they are pneumatic.

So always confirm that the air is readily lined up to the control valve through the air filter. a.

Ensure that the control valve is isolated. b.

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have communication devices. c.

Open the valve to the maximum and close it suddenly, then reopen it to any position and confirm the real opening out onsite. It is recommended that the percentages of the opening can range from below 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%, and above 100%.

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Return the valve to a close position while leaving it in the isolated status.

When errors are discovered the values should be recommended for rectification.

The maintenance personnel should readily check to confirm the faults and urgently address it. When that is done the valve should be lined up for operation.

To By-pass a Control Valve: When a valve during operation is to be bypassed, care must be taken not to disturb the flow, pressure or whatever parameter it controls.

Valve by-passing is the diversion of the floe direction of the process stream away from the valve. a.

Inform the panel operator your readiness to divert the valve flow to the valve by-pass.

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Gradually commission the by- pass valve (globe) to give a slight increase in flow.

The flow increase can be noticed on the side indicator.

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Thereafter start to block in the downstream valve of the control valve while increasing the percentage opening of the by-pass valve so as to maintain the same flow rate through the by-passing.

Valves are by-passed when they are faulty or when more flow than the maximum flow through the control valve is needed.

This requirement is usually abnormal and is applied in rare occasions. By-passing valves are not regular control valves, therefore as soon as the fault is rectified or the flow stabilises, the by-pass valves should be returned to its close position.

Most by-pass valves are globe valves because they are regulatory in operation.

Conclusion Good understanding and operation will go a long way towards prolonging the service life of the control valve. Team work and management between the field operator and panel operator is integral.

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The family run business has just completed a project to supply a vertical stage condenser for use within the food industry and this product perfectly epitomises the wide range of services Velden are able to offer. From the onset of the project, Velden’s expertise in sourcing materials proved invaluable as they faced many restrictions regarding grades of material and countries of origin.

section to be kept spotlessly clean throughout the entire process to prevent any weld contamination, received a special commendation, on completion of the project.

Despite the complexity of the project, changing customer requirements and design changes, the condenser was delivered ahead of schedule and within budget.

Once the condenser was built, it had to be hydro tested to ensure it was watertight and fit for purpose. With a critical end use, Velden supplied full data books including material certification on completion.

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Trace Heating and Thermal Insulation Specialists Cross Electrical (Nottingham) Ltd are specialists in Trace Heating Solutions, Thermal Insulation and remote monitoring Telemetry solutions nationwide.

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Industry 4.0 cables & wires for automated production Flexibility, efficiency and digitisation. This is industry 4.0 – the current subject of German manufacturing industry. Due to the complete linking and communication on all levels of the production process considerable amelioration with regard to productivity and flexibility may result.

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Peppers Cable Glands Limited Peppers are a world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of Hazardous Area Connectivity Solutions for use within industries such as Oil, Gas, Marine, Petrochemical, Pharmaceutical and Food.

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Gland accessories specifically made for use with Peppers glands include locknuts, sealing washers, serrated washers, earth tags and shrouds.

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Powerstax Powers Carbon Capture Installation Powerstax, one of Europe’s leading valueadded and industrial power solutions manufacturers has supplied a high power rectifier system to leading waste management company Future Environmental Technologies Ltd., for a carbon capture installation at a factory in Wales.

“We were approached by Future Environmental Technologies (FET) to discuss a carbon capture application which at the beginning presented us with many unknowns” Comments Tim Worley, CEO of Powerstax. ”At our initial concept meetings we started to determine a specification for the power requirements of the system but output voltage was still not determined as it was dependent on the requirements of the chemistry utilised in the carbon capture cells.”

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The input circuitry has a wide frequency response, capable of measuring signals between 0.2 Hz and 20,000 Hz. The transmitter has two independent processing bands with flexible mapping options to two 4-20mA analog outputs.

The channels contain selectable integration, allowing outputs as acceleration or velocity.

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ringing advantages and advancements to a common product like cavity floor boxes for installers is a challenge that most brands within the industry face. Olson being a global specialist of standard, specialised and bespoke power distribution units and other electrical accessories, this has been overcome.

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Focused on maintaining a high rate of new product launches that present innovative solutions to the market, Olson Electronics have once again expanded their product portfolio further. Using their global strength and market leading position, this now includes a range of cavity floor boxes and plates, providing power and data distribution within the modern office environment.

Designed with quality in mind, the floor boxes and plates are made from a highly robust steel construction and utilise a module sized plate system. Available in 87mm and 100mm depths, the new design provides easy access for wiring and installation of accessories with the base being of a single piece construction steel body and each compartment having four entry knock-outs for flexible conduits or cable glands. The internal compartment segregation plates can be moved to suit the module based configuration of the power and data plates used within each unit. The sub-frame allows for fine adjustments to accommodate uneven flooring, with a reversible self-closing lid which is recessed to allow for carpet infill.

The durable, robust sub-frame supports the lid in case of heavy and high-traffic environments. Olson offer a wide range of power, data and telecom sockets to meet all the requirements of a raised floor system, including a rarely offered MCB / RCD / RCBO mounting plate. This flexible design enables the boxes to be easily

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modified to any configuration with ease, even after the initial installation, with a totally discreet final finish.

Although Olson now offer these standard floor box products available to order from stock, these still may not suit requirements for a specific installation.

As with their core business for all of their product offerings, they also offer a bespoke and pre-wired configuration service. To accommodate for whatever the scenario, Olson can build fully custom units, eradicating the long-winded fixing and installation time.

The flexibility of their own metal machine shop, onsite paint spraying facility, assembly and testing service is all combined with a knowledgeable and experienced in house design team who can offer support to their customers and quickly propose bespoke solutions. The whole service, from start to finish being in one single location offers a quick manufacture and delivery time to a high quality.

Time is money; indeed, it is and here at Olson we understand the importance of that and not wasting our customers time. We believe that if a product has been made to its highest standard and quality you should not have to replace it until it fazes out naturally as technology evolves and

our customers need to upgrade their electrical systems in years to come.

We have a very fast turn around and our dedicated Production Team work around the clock to ensure orders are manufactured on time and shipped out as soon as possible from the minute we receive a purchase order.

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NO LIGHTY, NO LIKEY: THE POWER IS IN YOUR HANDS PowerContinuity discusses the benefit of reshoring data storage rexit has seen some Data Storage being re-located to mainland Europe.

PowerContinuity has designed , installed and maintains the ultimate power protection systems that our global clients expect here in the UK. So we say, don’t relocate! Great British Power Continuity offers the most cost effective and resilient power protection in the UK.

Our own engineering teams and tech support are on call 24 hours a day, ensuring that ‘failure is not an option’ for PowerContinuity customers.

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We all know that future Grid supplies are reliant on PV and wind turbine alternative energy, meaning less stable power as traditional power production decreases, leading to greater harmonic distortion – hence the rapid increase in irregular power drops.

Should you be planning PowerContinuity say: a co-lo for your disaster Two independent dont relocate! Great recovery site, have you Grid supplies will help British Power Continuity requested and been resilience but that shown the physical UPS will never remove the offers the most cost effective and Generator installation erratic millisecond and resilient power of the site, that proves power dips that cause protection in the UK ...” their 24/7 capability exists irritating server issues with your own eyes? We and stop robots. strongly recommend that see the physical reality as this is far These millisecond power dips more compelling that a sales pitch. are enough to ‘knock out’ servers, When placing your servers in a co-lo Data Suite, your first concern is what resilience backup power systems are installed to protect your power stream.

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stop productions lines and render sterile production systems inoperable.

For the data environments, with critical load requirements, we work with Riello and Vertiv as their official distributor partner, installing energy saving battery based UPS for own discerning clients.

Where production industrial processes involving motor drives, inverters and heavy machinery require critical seamless power protection, PowerContinuity install Piller Rotary Power Systems.

For many years, as a premier distributor partner, we have worked closely with Piller to provide ‘state of the art’ robust rotary systems to our clients across the UK, from inspiration to installation, one stop shop.

Whether 1 mVA or 10mVa, choose PowerContinuity.

PowerContinuity install complete, site-wide automatic power protection, encompassing UPS and generator on long-term rental purchase options as well as lease contract, total design and installation all carried out in house. NO Salesmen-ONLY Engineers Contact PowerContinuity Systems on 0845 055 8455 – We’re here to help 24/7 PowerContinuity T:0845 055 8455 www.powercontinuity.co.uk

Pneumatic conveying provides an effective, enclosed transport system for manufacturing, handling and processing applications where small particles are required.

PRECISION FLOW CONTROL FOR EFFICIENT, ACCURATE PNEUMATIC CONVEYING SYSTEMS neumatic conveying provides an effective, enclosed transport system for manufacturing, handling and processing applications where small particles, grains, pellets and powders are required.

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These flexible transport systems offer a number of handling advantages over more conventional mechanical systems as well as being able to deliver precision flow control. Modern environmental control standards can be difficult to maintain when working with powders and small

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particles as part of a manufacturing process. One of the most effective solutions is to use pneumatic conveying, which also offers a number of benefits when compared to more traditional methods.

Reduced maintenance, due to the lack of moving parts Improved operational environment with no dust thanks to the fully enclosed design System flexibility that allows for multiple drop points and considerable transfer distances. The possibility to carry out physical mixing or chemical reactions during the conveying

process. The ability to convey air-sensitive materials using an inert gas, such as nitrogen, to prevent oxidation. Pneumatic conveying is used by a wide range of industries including food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical and power generation. The main challenges for those operating a pneumatic conveying system are keeping the consistency of the product and maintaining a precise controllable flow of the product.

However, the modern manufacturing enterprise must also operate as efficiently as possible and this means reducing costs

and improving productivity. Effective and precise process control can have a major influence on manufacturing efficiency but in the past this could provide a significant challenge to those with pneumatic conveying systems.

One recent innovation from BĂźrkert uses a closed loop controller, pressure sensors and a control valve, all combined into a single unit. The Type 8750 flow rate controller provides an automated air flow control solution that can reduce operating costs and improve productivity through better flow control and management of the compressors.

The flow rate control system is supplied as a complete assembly that negates the requirement for a separate flow meter.

Using the pressure difference across the valve and the given density and temperature of the medium, a nominal flow can be calculated, providing the flow characteristics of the valve to the process controller.

One example of this system delivering benefits to a production process involved a company that manufactures tyres and uses carbon black, a fine powder, as part of the process. The powder is conveyed from a storage tank to a mixer using a dense phase pneumatic system.

The tyre manufacturer selected the Type 8750 flow control because it is able to maintain a consistent dense phase transport method, while using compressor energy efficiently.

Furthermore, when the pipes needed to be emptied, a very high flow rate was required and the Type 8750 was also able to achieve this.

Due to the compact nature of the BĂźrkert flow rate controller it is simple to install inline and can be easily integrated into the existing process control infrastructure.

A video has been produced which features Thomas Sattler, Team Coach Application Management Gas, a product expert describing how the Type 8750 offers end-users a cost effective solution that will minimise damage to the process materials and increase productivity by providing better flow control and management of the pneumatic compressors.

It also highlights how it improves the energy efficiency of the manufacturing process and helps system integrators to provide an effective solution that is straightforward to install and reliably delivers reduced operating and maintenance costs.

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From both a mechanical and an electrical perspective this innovative product is designed for simplicity, accuracy and reliability.

The Type 8750 flow rate controller from BĂźrkert delivers a closed loop control, using pressure sensors and a control valve, all combined into a single unit.

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INTELLIGENT COOLING WITH TRANSTHERM’S ADIABATIC SYSTEMS ranstherm’s HSE approved adiabatic solutions for cooling process water have been intelligently designed to maximise efficiency and deliver optimised operational performance in both free cooling (dry) and adiabatic (wet) modes.

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With a single unit heat load capacity of between 10Kw and 3,160Kw, Transtherm’s adiabatic systems incorporate spray booster pumps to deliver up to 6 bar G of water pressure at each counter flow spray nozzle for a fine mist which is evenly evaporated across the total air stream.

Consuming around 1% of the water used by traditional cooling towers, and approximately 2% of that used by wetted surface hybrid dry coolers, these systems automatically employ a pulsed adiabatic spray operation to minimise water usage.

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Intelligent features for maximum

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Using a digital air thermostat, Transtherm’s adiabatic systems identify when the ambient air temperature is cool enough to achieve the desired process water temperature through free cooling. This automatically triggers an integrated drain down function to empty the system of water, refilling it with a pre-programmed pre-purge function only when the ambient air temperature increases above the adiabatic trigger point.

Once the adiabatic trigger point is reached, the system will only pulse for as long as necessary in order to maintain the required process water temperature.

Only when the maximum design dry bulb temperature is reached will the system operate continuously.

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Preventing damage caused by inadequately cooled process water and minimising plant downtime is crucial in any process facility. Transtherm’s adiabatic systems incorporate automatic monitoring capabilities which ensure the inlet pressure to the adiabatic spray booster pump. Should the inlet pressure drop too low for correct functioning, an automatic alarm signal is triggered to either power down the adiabatic system pending repair or switch to a standby spray booster pump.

For more information on how Transtherm’s adiabatic systems could benefit your facility, call their knowledgeable sales team on 024 7647 1120 or visit www.transtherm.co.uk

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How gas analysis makes combustion safer and reduces fuel costs Combustion is a high-temperature reaction between a fuel and an oxidant (usually air) and plays a vital role in many industrial processes. It is particularly important in the power generation and hydrocarbon engineering sectors.

A perfectly balanced air-fuel ratio will reduce fuel consumption, lower the polluting emissions of NOx, SOx, carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide, prevent explosions, and extend the life of plant equipment.

To control combustion and ensure efficient fuel consumption, the ratio between air and fuel must be maintained at an optimum level.

Zirconia analysis for O2 and COe Zirconia technology has been a reliable technology for measuring O2 in combustion for the past 50 years. Its speed of response, simplicity of operation and ease of installation has made it the preferred solution for combustion efficiency.

The ability to add a combustibles sensor at modest cost proved a further advantage, especially for larger furnaces. Additionally, Zirconia sensors can be quickly and easily calibrated while still connected to the process, confirming analyzer performance.

As a more recent innovation, a flow sensor in the analyzer verifies that sample gas is flowing to the Zirconia and combustibles sensors, and that the probe has not been blocked by dust.

Balancing combustion efficiency

Too much oxygen (O2) results in cooler burning, which significantly reduces combustion efficiency. In addition, the excess of O2 available combines with nitrogen and sulfur to create undesirable emissions of nitrogen and sulfur oxides (NOx and SOx).

A low-oxygen, fuel-rich environment results in incomplete combustion of the fuel, leading to the formation of combustibles (typically carbon monoxide) in the exhaust gas. These conditions also create a high risk of a dangerous explosion.

On larger furnaces it is now common to use multiple Zirconia units, because each analyzer measures a single point, and in bigger processes there are different combustion zones, with layering and convection producing variable concentrations along the length of the furnace.

Servomex’s SERVOTOUGH Laser 3 Plus range offers an accurate, fast-response measurement for oxygen, CO or CO+CH4 in a highly compact installation. Safety Integrity Level 2 certification enables easy incorporation into safety systems.

Tunable diode lasers Tunable Diode Laser (TDL) analyzers offer an average path rather than single-point measurement, but they are susceptible to environmental factors that must be compensated for. TDL can measure both O2 and CO, though two lasers are required.

TDL O2 measurements are comparable with the Zirconia performance; however, the speciated CO measurement has a much faster speed of response, which is ideal for efficiency and safety.

The TDL analyzer can measure methane (CH4) and CO at the same time, making it ideal for use in safety systems to detect flame-out conditions in natural gas fueled processes.

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Servomex’s SERVOTOUGH FluegasExact 2700 delivers ultra-accurate and reliable measurements of O2 and combustibles.

Extractive sampling makes it ideal for use in extreme heated, dusty environments.

A combination of Zirconia analyzers, measuring oxygen for efficiency, and TDL, monitoring CO for both efficiency and safety, provides the best of both worlds for combustion control.

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SPACEVAC LAUNCH NEW INTERNATIONAL OPERATION

paceVac took the next step in their continued expansion across the globe this week with the establishing of a new International arm to help develop the network that has already seen SpaceVac launched to rave reviews across Canada, the United States and Europe.

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Designed and built in Britain, the SpaceVac cleaning system offers operators the ability to clean difficult to reach and inaccessible high-level areas from the safety of the ground floor.

By way of a system of interlocking Carbon Fibre cleaning poles and a wide range of tools and accessories, the system can provide a range of up to 15m high - removing the need for expensive and time consuming apparatus such as scaffolding and hydraulic lifts.

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This new deal - a collaboration between SpaceVac UK and Tommie Nisula the CEO of Technovap - will see the new operation traversing the globe through 2018 bringing SpaceVac to new markets including Asia and South America, while further developing and cultivating SpaceVacs existing network of distribution.

SpaceVac UK MD Kunal Patel said “This deal is a very exciting development for the whole team here at SpaceVac as the injection of skills and ideas comes a exactly the right time to help us kick on and build on an incredibly exciting 2017”.

2017 saw SpaceVac’s international aspirations develop significantly, with the launch of new operations in the US and Canada to offer total coverage across the mainland Northern Americas, as well adding a number of new partners to the companies European network.

Tommie Nisula - CEO of the newly formed SpaceVac International added “The opportunity worldwide for SpaceVac now is incredible and we are all very excited to be bringing the product to all of these markets. I’ve been a big evangelist for SpaceVac in Sweden for a number of years now and personally, its really exciting to be stepping aboard Team SpaceVac for the next stage of the journey”.

SpaceVac International is due to launch publicly with a presence at the upcoming Interclean show in Amsterdam in May. For more information on SpaceVac International and the range of products if offers, please visit spacevacinternational.com or email sales@spacevacinternational.com or connect with the team on Social Media at “SpaceVac_World”

Facilities Management

HUMIDITY SOLUTIONS RECEIVES SUPPLIER AWARDS AT AHR CHICAGO umidity Solutions has received two major awards from Neptronic, one of its principal suppliers – Best Sales in the European market and Prestigious Project.

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The latter related to the supply and installation of 18 SKG gas-fired humidifiers for four paint spray booths for the Ministry of Defence.

The awards were announced at the 2018 AHR Expo in Chicago in January, which also gave Humidity Solutions an excellent opportunity to meet with many of its key suppliers and discuss future innovations for the UK market.

Humidity Solutions Sales Director John Barker commented: “As the UK’s only independent specialist in humidity control, Humidity Solutions works closely with a number of key suppliers, each of which has particular strengths.

This helps us to ensure we can offer our customers the best solution from a range of options.”

Neptronic President Zev Kopel added: “The great strength of Humidity Solutions is their understanding of customers’ need and the ability to design the best solution.

This gives us the confidence that our products are being applied to optimum effect and are adding value for the end customer.”

The Expo also provided a preview of the new Neptronic SKE4 evaporative humidifier which will be launched in the UK later in 2018. There was also news of further improvements and additions to the full Neptronic range that will be introduced in the coming months.

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e are very pleased to announce that NERO have been appointed the new official UK distributor for FD-Lok.

FD-Lok is a leading manufacturer of twin ferrule compression, pipe fittings, high pressure ball valves, instrumentation fittings and various high and low pressure instrumentation valves.

Their products are widely used in many fluid system for industries which include oil and gas, chemical, petrochemical, power, shipbuilding, machinery and analytical instrumentation.

The appointment as the official distributors enables NERO to better serve their customers with the range of products available and also the confidence in knowing NERO has the support and backing of FD-Lok.

NERO are committed to quality, service and price and felt that by working with FD-Lok as a distributor within the UK would benefit both NERO and our customers.

Currently we are stocking the FD-Lok Twin Ferrule Compression fittings, ball valves, needle valves and check valves and will look at enhancing our range further with other products from FD-Lok. www.nero.co.uk

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MAGNA SUPPORTS NEW G-CLASS WITH WORLDCLASS CONTRACT MANUFACTURING • More than 300,000 G-Classes have been delivered since start of production in 1979 • Thanks to a dedicated and experienced team, every vehicle can be customized to meet the needs of the customer • A state-of-the-art production area and latest technologies ensure an efficient and optimized operation

or nearly 40 years, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has been built in Graz, Austria, initially by Steyr-Daimler-Puch and since 1998 under the flag of Magna International. The tradition of excellence continues with the new G-Class, introduced this week at the North American International Auto Show.

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The latest Geländewagen maintains the DNA that has earned it a reputation as

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one of the most capable and legendary off-road vehicles in history, while also adding more technology and space to the vehicle’s interior. Working on behalf of Daimler, it all comes together in Magna’s assembly hall in Graz, Austria.

In a pristine automotive assembly environment, Magna team members build each G-Class with precision.

Magna’s contract manufacturing team takes immense pride in their knowledge and skill at making superlative

automobiles for the most discerning customers.

Within this environment of craftsmanship and world-class manufacturing, Magna also employs the latest technologies to keep the operation efficient and optimized. Smart factory tools such as mixed-reality glasses have been implemented into the G-Class quality inspection process.

“Being the contract manufacturing

partner for Daimler AG since 1979 is for me an expression of the constant trust that our customer places in Magna,” said Guenther Apfalter, President Magna Europe & Magna Steyr. “With the production of the new MercedesBenz G-Class we are able to continue demonstrating our competencies as a highly flexible and experienced contract manufacturing partner.”

iconic off-road vehicles have been produced in Graz. Since 2014 the production contract between Daimler AG and Magna has been successively extended and now runs through to 2023. Currently, the plant is producing more units than ever before due to model variations and the popularity of the vehicle in expanding global markets. www.magna.com.

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Since the beginning of G-Class production, more than 300,000 of the iconic off-road vehicles have been produced in Graz

The Huck® Bobtail®

THE HUCK® BOBTAIL® - AN ADVANCED FASTENING AND TOOLING SYSTEM DELIVERING…

ULTIMATE STRENGTH, INSTALLATION SPEED AND VIBRATION RESISTANCE eclared by DIBt as ‘maintenance free’, the 12, 14, 16, 20mm and 1inch diameter BobTail is approved to be used in both static and dynamic civil engineering applications (smaller and larger diameters are available by request).

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Following a rigorous testing programme, the Huck BobTail lockbolt fastener has earned the prestigious German national technical approval, otherwise known as allgemeine bauaufsichtliche Zulassungen (abZ). The accreditation was awarded by internationally recognised approval body Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik (DIBt).

The test results met DIN EN 1993 (EURO Code 3 – Design of Steel Structures), DIN 18800-1 (Steel Structures – Design and Construction) and BSEN 1090 (Execution of steel structures and aluminium structures) standards.

The coating; resistant to ISO 12944 standard and chrome 6 free; was also found to retain its integrity as there is no exposed area after the fastener is installed.

Through its advanced fastener design, as well as easy-to-use installation tooling, the BobTail system offers a strong connection. One key advantage of this fastener over conventional lock bolting systems is that it doesn’t have

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a pintail to break off. As a result, there is no waste material to collect and dispose of postinstallation.

The installation system provides a smooth, shock-free process with significantly reduced maximum noise levels, typically less than 70dB. The elimination of the shock load and reduced noise can offer real and significant health and safety benefits.

The DIBt test confirmed that a BobTail is maintenance-free during the lifetime of the joint it is fastening, which is not the case when using traditional nut and bolt products. As a result, it can be integrated into a range of applications with complete confidence by civil engineering designers.

As a well-established leader in the global Huck fastener distribution network Star Fasteners are committed to supplying customers with the highest quality and most innovative fastener solutions on the market.

Systems are ISO 9001:2015 approved, and accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor has been achieved for excellence in health and safety in the workplace.

Please Contact us on +44 (0)115 9324939 or email sales@starfasteners.co.uk for further information.

Specialists in the supply and distribution of Huck Fasteners, Star Fasteners is proud to call itself the UK’s largest Distributor for Arconic’s Huck fastener brand. Working with a diverse range of end users and distributors form across a number of industries including rail, solar, wind power automotive, marine and the commercial vehicle market.

Star Fasteners is also an accredited Huck tool service and repair department. Star’s expert technical knowledge and a large tool hire fleet complements the service. An important aspect of Star Fasteners quality promise is a wellstocked tool room.

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ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE CREATES REMARKABLE NEW FRICTION GUIDES Using engineering expertise gained from the development of class-leading telescopic slides, a new range of linear friction guides is launched.

Friction guides use a plain bearing surface with no rolling elements. The lack of exposed moving parts makes this solution ideal for harsh environments where dust, sand or dirt particles might be present.

Compared to equivalent recirculating ball bearing slides, they are lighter, easier to use and engineered to minimise stress and wear on the friction elements; a durable and reliable system.

The new linear bearing guides showcase all the benefits that customers have come to expect of Accuride products from JET PRESS - ease of use, superior performance and designed-in reliability.

The strong engineering pedigree has delivered a friction guide that, thanks to its

extratough anodised aluminium track and superior polymer guide, is hardwearing and long-lasting. This longevity adds to the low total cost of ownership and also makes it an attractive alternative to applications that might be over-engineered with costlier solutions.

Three variants of the new friction guide are available; non-adjustable, manual adjust and auto-adjust. The height, width and

hole pitches all comply to ISO 12090 standard to ensure compatibility to existing systems.

Tracks are available in two standard lengths of 1 or 2 metres and seamlessly fit together to form a track of any length for the bearing blocks to traverse freely along.

Available from stock at JET PRESS for next working day delivery. Contact our sales team on 01623 551 800, sales@jetpress.com or visit www.jetpress.com

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NEW DOSING PUMP FROM SEEPEX FOR ACCURATE FLOW CONTROL he new range of SEEPEX Smart Dosing pumps have intelligent drives, enabling either standalone automation or full integration into higher supervisory and control systems. These progressive cavity pumps produce accurate, repeatable flow in both continuous and batch operation as well as easy control and calibration.

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products are transferred. This has recently been demonstrated at a large pharmaceutical company in Ireland, who were experiencing problems with efficient addition of urea into their production processes. Precise amounts were needed for solubilisation of other materials, so accurate control was essential. The existing diaphragm pumps used produced flow with a high degree of pulsation, pulsation dampeners were needed and calibration pots used to set up dosing rates. Additional problems arose when solid particles were present, causing the ball valves on the pump to stick with resulting downtime.

When SEEPEX dosing pumps replaced the diaphragm pumps these problems were removed as PCPs have a very low pulsation action, do not need check valves or pulsation dampeners and have a linear accuracy with just one variable, pump speed, to adjust flow rates when required. The pharmaceutical company also installed SEEPEX PCPs for molasses dosing as the flow rate is not affected by product viscosity, ensuring efficient molasses addition across a range of temperatures. Both the molasses and urea pumps have been supplied as ATEX rated and are manufactured with stainless steel components.

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SMART DOSING PUMP (SDP).

A progressive cavity pump with integrated controls for optimum dosing performance SEEPEX’s SDP has an intelligent inverter drive programmed locally via an HMI or centrally via a fieldbus interface. The SDP can be controlled by analogue or digital I/Os either locally or remotely by a PLC. The flow rate is controlled entirely from the pump drive which adapts to variations in operating conditions ensuring accurate repeatable dosing of thin to highly viscous products.

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BENEFITS  Easy implementation of complex dosing in continuous and batch modes  Minimal pulsation and high accuracy  Easy integration into higher-level controls and automation systems  Temperature /pressure sensors protect the pump  Conveying capacity: up to 2,000 l/h  Pressure: up to 48 bar SEEPEX UK Ltd. sales.uk@seepex.com www.seepex.com

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NoTap A method for working on pressurised pipes

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Cabco promote the Gebo range of ORIGINAL, QUICK malleable compression fittings together with DZR brass and malleable Tapping & leak sealing bolt on clamps. All are suitable for Steel, PE and copper pipes to standard specifications.

They represent an ideal solution to solving problems arising in the HVCA,Manuafacturing ,Production,Fire protection & Pneumatic fields.

When developing and constructing experimental pipe rigs pipework can be developed without the option of welding, threading or grooving. Cut pipes with compression fittings assembled as prototypes into circuits or multi branch systems can be erected, modified and tested before going into production.

The disassembled and re-erected in permanent locations. Ideal for use in temporary rigs transportable to other sites requiring identical requirements in service industries. Alternatively fittings can be reused in other forms because they all are reusable many times over.

The Leak sealing clamps are most effective for the repair of perforated and corroded pipework. The tapping clamps are perfect where a branch is required. With the use of our NO TAP engineered kit they can be installed without draining down a pressurised circuit.

Our fittings are quick to assemble, economic to install and manufactured to a high standard & Quality to make life easy – that’s what we would call intelligent.

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REMBE HIGH PRESSURE RUPTURE DISC HPRD

igh Pressure applications require special overpressure protection due to the demanding process conditions including pressures up to several thousand bar and temperatures over 300˚ C which mainly occur in autoclaves.

Related compressors face similar pressures.

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REMBE HPRD rupture discs protect various high pressure processes around the world. They were recently approached by one of the leading multinational

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companies to protect their polymer plant in Belgium and help to bring them in line with European regulations on pressure equipment.

By moving the weld seam out of the pressure loaded area of the disc, REMBE HPRD rupture discs have a much longer life time than comparable discs as the pressure load applies only on the seat of the disc which also allows tightest burst tolerances up to +/- 3% and lower.

Therefore, the burst pressure is defined only by well known factors such as material thickness.

“The challenge of high pressure applications such as LDPE production is one which our engineers relish and we are proud to be able to protect such processes” said Claire Lloyd, Business Development Europe at REMBE. Gallbergweg 21 59929 Brilon / Germany T: +49 2961 7405-0 F: +49 2961 50714 info@rembe.de

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Health & Safety

Swiss One Safety – JSP launch new range of Swiss designed Safety. Spectacles developed using the latest technology The JSP Group have launched the Swiss One Safety Brand in the UK – a specialist range of eyewear applying Swiss design with the latest technology bringing unrivalled performance and quality to industrial eye and face protection.

The Swiss One Safety brand is synonymous with the highest standards of design and precision engineering. It has rapidly gained an excellent reputation for the design, manufacture and supply of safety eyewear to Construction, Industry, Medical and Healthcare, Education, Emergency Services and to the Military markets.

JSP has been producing quality safety equipment and selling it across the world for more than 50 years. www.jsp.co.uk

Spill containment specialist among elite industry professionals at leading European conference Spill containment specialist Empteezy has been invited to exhibit at Interspill 2018, Europe’s leading oil prevention conference, to launch its containment booms which are used to reduce shoreline pollution from an oil spill, making the oil easier to recover.

In 2017, the International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation Limited (IOTPF) recorded a total volume of approximately 7,000 tonnes of oil which was lost to the environment from a combination of large (more than 700 tonnes) and medium (7-700 tonnes) sized spills.

Empteezy will be exhibiting at Interspill 2018 from 13th – 15th March, Stand S451 or find out more on their website www.empteezy.co.uk/

METALUBE Launches Food Safe NSF Registered Chain Oils Leading lubricant manufacturer, METALUBE is delighted to announce the launch of its next generation food safe NSF registered high performance chain oils.

The new products are specifically designed to increase overall equipment effectiveness due to higher thermal stability, reduced carbon and varnish deposits and optimised performance enhancing additives.

All Metachain products are manufactured at METALUBE’s headquarters in Manchester, UK. Here, the company has a brand new state of the art laboratory that employs a talented team of chemists, who have designed and created a range that meets the very highest standards of advanced modern chain lubrication. Benefits include: longer operational life of the lubricant. www.metalube.co.uk

Safety first! We care about you and your safety.

From safety sensors for machinery to safety vests for children.

Panasonic, one of the leading manufacturers of safety engineering technology, takes a proactive approach to keep children safe on the road.

Panasonic cares about children’s safety Unfortunately, children are involved in many road accidents – they are easy to overlook in busy road traffic. This is why we would like to give your child a safety vest so that they can walk to kindergarten or school more safely.

But there’s more: We’ll throw in 20 safety vests for the class or kindergarten group of your child. Simply fill in the order form and we will send you the safety vests at the end of the campaign. www.panasonic-electric-works.co.uk

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Are you worried about Forklifts skidding and bringing in dirt and water?

If you have forklift trucks moving in an out of your warehouse or facility frequently throughout the day, the wheels are likely to be bringing in dirt and water from outside, especially in wet weather. This can lead to slips and falls, an unclean environment and the risk of forklifts skidding. Fortunately, there is a solution – Waterhog Forklift Mats.

Forklift mats are designed to scrape and wipe forklift wheels as they drive over them to prevent dirt and water being tracked inside and around the warehouse. By drying the wheels this can also prevent forklift trucks from skidding and damaging fixtures, fittings, and goods. They are designed to make your facility or warehouse both safer and cleaner.

For further advice or to place an order, call 0121 313 6747 or visit www.healthandsafetymats.co.uk today.

WeeTect Successfully Multiplied Anti-fog and Hydrophobic Coating on the Same Hockey Visor WeeTect, a global leader in manufacturing and designing helmet visors, today announced that they have successfully applied anti-fog coating and hydrophobic coating on the same hockey visors. This is yet, another significant milestone in protecting and ensuring safety of hockey players as required by the International Hockey Federation.

“We have formulated a technology that is effective, environmentally friendly and guarantees safety of all players,” said Mr. Taylors Lei, WeeTect Product Manager. “Using hydrophilic anti-fog coating and hydrophobic coating on the same visor has been my greatest challenge at WeeTect Material Ltd. so far.” sales@weetect.com +86-1381-690-5765 www.weetect.com/hockey-visor/

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SCADA USED TO AUTOMATE FIRE TRAINING FOR STAFFORDSHIRE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICES This is used to show fire fighters how fire spreads through buildings, where temperatures build up fastest and which parts can be expected to remain relatively cool (Photo courtesy of Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service).

PC based SCADA system has been used to upgrade a fire behaviour training rig at Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Services Headquarters.

This is used to show fire fighters how fire spreads through buildings, where temperatures build up fastest and which parts can be expected to remain relatively cool.

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The control system monitors the temperature within a number of training rigs to drive read outs that display the temperature at a number of different points in a burning building. It also logs readings to a real-time archive and sounds an alarm if the temperature in any area approaches a defined safety level. The rigs can be used individually or integrated to simulate a larger fire.

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At the heart of the control system is a PC based Progea Movicon SCADA operator interface station, which is located near the training rig in a classroom environment.

This was supplied through Progea’s UK representative P4A (Products4Automation) to systems integrator S&H Systems Design and Installation Ltd, who managed the upgrade project.

P4A has supplied Movicon SCADA systems to many different applications, from the traditional industrial process industries, to dairies, distilleries and other food and beverage plants. The software has proved itself for water treatment works and distribution networks, marine man overboard locators, green energy plants, steel mills and automotive plants.

At Staffordshire Fire & Rescue the Movicon

system monitors and records the operating temperatures, displays real-time figures and trend graphs of the temperatures, archives and analyses the readings, and allows configuration of the alarm set-points.

The archiving is in real-time and coupled with the high-speed graphics, which allows the temperature trends to be replayed back to the trainees straight after an exercise.

They, and their highly qualified instructors, can then discuss in detail the different effects of various fire fighting techniques on the temperature at multiple points within a burning building.

The temperatures, alarms and data relating to the users’ actions are stored locally on the PC and archived to the Fire & Rescue Services’ main server. This provides both short and long-term traceability of the

A PC based SCADA system has been used to upgrade a fire behaviour training rig at Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Services Headquarters (Photo courtesy of Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service).

training situations that the trainees have been exposed to. It also generates a record of the warnings of when preagreed temperature limits are about to be exceeded, which can be used to identify individual fire fighter’s successful decisionmaking sequences and for condition monitoring of the equipment.

Based on Movicon NExT, Progea’s revolutionary future-proof SCADA platform, the fire training rig is fully modular, scalable and open. Movicon.NExT is designed so that users can easily achieve optimum solutions for HMI, supervision, MES, historian and analysis duties, yet it also provides a flexible solution that can be reconfigured if requirements change.

Further it can easily integrate with cutting edge technologies and solutions, such

as 3D graphics, animation, multimedia, augmented reality, Industry 4.0 and the IoT to expand systems capability.

Paul Bunn at S&H Systems says, “After four months of use, the fire trainers have given positive feedback regarding the ease of use of the system, security of data and the reliability/stability of the control system.

Since these were key parameters set-out when we embarked on the project that is a great compliment to us and the software we chose to build the system around.”

S&H Systems has been supplying control systems for fire training rigs and many other applications for over 20 years now. It has an international client base and installs and supports systems worldwide. Mr Bunn says that standardising on the Progea

Movicon/NeXT SCADA platform from P4A ensures a cost-effective solution for both basic HMI and complex SCADA type applications.

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The control system monitors the temperature within a number of training rigs to drive read outs that display the temperature at a number of different points in a burning building.

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The SSR is available in various sizes and control options (pilotoperated, mechanicallyset, and electricallycommandable).

pVG-048 an extremely responsive high-speed pump.

The PVG is a variabledisplacement, axialpiston pump with fast control response.

The PVG thrives on low viscosity fluids and is available in a variety of control and porting options. It is designed to be a highperformance solution for your demanding applications.

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The PFBA pump has proved itself successful for use with high water content and lowviscosity fluids.

These axial piston pumps are used in a wide variety of applications, including oil and gas die casting and injection molding machines, high pressure test rigs, civil and marine projects, intensifier systems, extrusion presses, forging presses and high pressure forced lubrication systems for long turbines as well as metal forming machines.

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NEW HOSE CATALOGUE Dixon Group Europe Ltd, leading provider of hose and coupling solutions, are pleased to launch their new Hose Catalogue.

As a specialist supplier of industrial hose and hose assemblies, Dixon are amongst a handful of companies certified to the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU to manufacture flexible hose assemblies.

The new catalogue serves to promote the basic hose offer but Dixon are driven to providing ‘the Right Connection’ in meeting specific hose requirements across all industries.

Dixon’s extensive hose range now includes Heat Traced, Hot Water Thermal and Duplex hose assemblies as part of the standard range along with a range of metallic, rubber, composite, silicone, PVC and PTFE hose assemblies which can be custom made to exact requirements with a range of accessories.

Their strength in technical service, support and advice ensure the correct specification of bespoke hose assemblies and couplings. With manufacturing and engineering facilities approved to BSI ISO 9001 and with over a 100 years’ experience, Dixon can design and produce fully tested and certified customised hose solutions to meet and resolve customers' fluid & air handling challenges.

For a copy of the hose catalogue please contact Dixon on 01772 323529 or email marketing@dixoneurope.co.uk

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WISEMAN THREADING TOOLS LTD SPECIALISTS IN TOOLS & GAUGES FOR SCREW THREADS. e have been supplying threading tools and gauges since 1987. Together with supplying plain plug and ring gauges this is all that we do, we therefore consider ourselves to be specialists in this field. We supply worldwide.

Our real time stocks can be checked and purchased online at www.threadtools. com Just enter the thread details into the search box on the home page. You will be directed to the item, if stocked, or to our specials, (custom manufacture), sales team. who will quote to supply at competitive rates, in good time.

We hold extensive ready stocks that include all of the standard stuff that others offer, but also includes taps, dies, die nuts, die head chasers, thread rolls and gauging for threads not normally available 'off the shelf '.

As an account holder you can also order online from our listed in stock items, at your normal terms.

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We realise that you need the right item at the right price and quality, and in a reasonable time frame. We are geared to provide that.

We can ship stocked items same day. Our experienced sales staff can assist and advise you on any technical issues.

We welcome enquiries from resellers and can offer terms to suit.

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HSS TAPS Huge Stocks for all Standard threads CUSTOM MADE taps our SPECIALITY! We stock taps for many non standard (SPECIAL) threads All types; Spiral flute and point, Fluteless, Left Hand, etc, etc.

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Thread Gauges all types. Large stocks for standard and SPECIAL threads. Any non stocked can be quoted for custom manufacture.

CHASERS FOR COVENTRY & LANDIS TYPE DIE HEADS Ready stocks for most size heads most standard and some special threads Geometry available for most materials.

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Vapormatt Ltd

New Controller for Distillery Process Weighing John White & Son (JWS) has developed a new Controller for the weighing process in distillery operations. Designed for new weighing installations, or to replace obsolete instrumentation on existing weighers, the new unit is now being installed in whisky distilleries throughout Scotland.

In addition to the normal weighing functions of target weight, feed control, weight optimisation and throughput totalisation, the new controller is linked by ethernet connection to the distillery PLC control system allowing operators to manage the complete process from the Control Room.

Vapormatt is the world’s leading wet blasting company, having developed the process over several decades. It offers a range of solutions for a large range of industries including aerospace, cutting tools, wire, aluminium extrusion and, composites.

With a strong focus on process and process control, Vapormatt has developed the wet blasting concept into a highly consistent and repeatable process. Vapormatt prides itself on its ability to innovate and, on top of several world firsts, the company holds numerous patents covering significant areas of process control.

Investment into the process has led to Vapormatt’s continued expansion across the globe The controller comes fully integrated with and for industries requiring the best solutions JWS software and we will do bespoke for wet blasting is often regarded GBC UK are pleased to introduce their new range of cordless pipe bevelling machines made upVapormatt of applicationsthree to suit your needs. models; as a leader, setting benchmarks that others MINI K - i/d locking range 12.5-42mm follow.

Call 01337 827600 today for further BOILER K - i/d locking range 20-76mm information or visit Tel: 01823 257976 www.johnwhiteandson.comBOILER 1-4K - i/d locking range 20-108mm Email: sales@vapormatt.com

Malton Laser provides sweet deal for chocolate hoppers Full-service sheet metalwork manufacturer, Malton Laser, has provided a series of large stainless-steel hoppers to be used by one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, which manufactures brands that appear in 95% of British households.

In total, six large metal vats have been manufactured, each measuring 1.5 metres wide and 1.6 metres high. The hoppers will be filled with melted chocolate and situated in 2.2 metre-high frames, to create sweet treats for supermarkets across the country.

After drawing up the designs from a sample provided by the client using the latest CAD technology, Malton Laser cut the shapes required out of sheets of stainless steel using its state-of-the-art laser cutting machinery.

More information about Malton Laser and its services can be found at www.maltonlaser.com.

These units are ideal for maintenance operations in process plants, oil refineries, power stations as well as boiler/heat exchanger repairs. They are all based upon the tried and tested original pneumatic and electric versions which have been in service around the world for the past 35 years.

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Each model is supplied with 2 x 18 volt Bosch batteries and battery charger, a complete set of locking jaws, bevel & facing tools, operating manual, CE & Warranty Certificates and storage case.

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GBC UK are pleased to introduce their new range of cordless pipe bevelling machines made up of three models;

Gasparini developed a new type of a 4.0 automated press brake with extremely innovative characteristics that enable mass customization.

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Production statistics and cycle times help us determine costs and bottlenecks. A network of sensors allows for predictive maintenance.

These units are ideal for maintenance operations in process plants, oil refineries, power stations as well as boiler/heat exchanger repairs. They are all based upon the tried and tested original pneumatic and electric versions which have been in service around the world for the past 35 years.

Each model is supplied with 2 x 18 volt Bosch batteries and battery charger, a complete set of locking jaws, bevel & facing tools, operating manual, CE & Warranty Certificates and storage case. +44 (0) 1844 201 555 sales@gbc-uk.com www.gbc-uk.com

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Characterization We monitor plate variations, managing springback accurately and in real time. This reduces the need for samples and tells us whether the raw material is in accordance with what we are expecting.

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Connecting Innovation In Boring Rigibore’s ActiveEdge Nexus provides wireless precision performance cutting edge adjustments on large diameter boring operations 275mm – 1020 mm, enabling both coarse adjustment and fine setting capabilities.

The Nexus is a self-contained module that can be added to standard flanges, that includes a micron adjustable ActiveEdge cartridge.

This dynamic design can be adjusted remotely, using an ActiveEdge Remote Control or automatically, using in-process measurement data to compensate for insert wear, temperature change or material inconsistency without operator intervention.

The Nexus offers the same precision performance capabilities for large bore overturning operations. www.rigibore.com 01736 755355 info@rigibore.com

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CNC ROUTERS & LASER CUTTERS Introducing the NEW CNC Routers & Laser Cutters

This new range of affordable CNC Routers from ATA Engineering offers the same high quality build that you come to expect from a company that has been supplying CNC’s for over 20 years, along with support and technical back up.

Standard sizes: 8 x 4, 10 x 5, 3m x 2m (Special sizes available on request) Standard Features: HSD HSK Spindles, Rotary ATC, Location Pins, Tool Digitizer.

3 and 4 Axis machines in stock.

Call for more information or a demonstration, or visit www.atacam.co.uk

The NEW ATACAM range of Laser Cutters includes models for both metalic and non-metalic materials. They are equiped with co2 laser tubes, which can be used for cutting metalsheet such as carbon steel, stainless steel and non-metalic materials such as acrylic, MDF, plywood, etc.

Model AL1390 for Non Metalic cutting and Model ALM1390 for Metalic and Non Metalic cutting.

Call for more information or a demonstration, or visit www.atacam.co.uk

ATA Engineering Processes Ltd ATA House, Unit B, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP2 7SS t: 01442 264411 e: sales@ataeng.com www.ataeng.com

There is sure To be MAKA Know-how on boArd AgAin. MAKA – your technology partner for 5-axis CNC cutting systems from wood across composites to aluminium.

Sophisticated, individual manufacturing systems have been our core competence for more than 60 years.

Regardless of the industry you are active in – on the basis of our globally tried-and-tested machine portfolio, we develop a solution together with you. Perfectly customised to your requirements, innovative and reliable. Turn our creativity into your success. Talk to us.

MAKA Machinery uK Ltd. C5 Horton Park IE., Hortonwood 7, Telford Shropshire TF1 7GX Tel: 019 52 - 60 77 00, Email: iy@makauk.com

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Fabrication work started in October 2017 with the first phase of installation starting in December. A second phase begins in January and the whole project will be completed early in the new year.

A&J FABTECH TO FABRICATE AND INSTALL STAINLESS STEELWORK PACKAGE FOR THE UK’S LARGEST MEMBRANE BIOREACTOR (MBR) PLANT &J Fabtech has been awarded a £1,000,000+ contract to manufacture and install the structural steelwork package for what will be the UK’s largest membrane bioreactor (MBR) system at a sewage treatment works on the South coast that is being upgraded to accommodate the population growth in its catchment area.

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solution for both municipal and industrial waste treatment. MBR systems produce a very clean final effluent which can be discharged to sea or brackish waterways or even used for urban irrigation. The system is compact in size, so MBRs can be easily retrofitted into the footprint of existing treatment works.

Fabrication work started in October 2017 with the first phase of installation starting in December. A second phase begins in January and the whole project will be completed early in the new year.

“This is A&J Fabtech’s first ever MBR project,” says Mark Wright, the company’s Managing Director. “Once completed, the plant will be the UK’s biggest MBR system, five or six times the size of anything installed before.”

A membrane bioreactor combines a membrane process such as microfiltration or ultrafiltration with a biological wastewater treatment or activated sludge process and is increasingly becoming the preferred

The contract covers the fabrication and installation of the MBR plant steelwork and some pipework, all in grade 316 stainless steel, and its fast track completion will make the site one of the most advanced sewage treatment works

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in Europe.

A&J Fabtech is a group of companies that covers a diverse range of actives, all linked through a core competence for precision, high-quality design and manufacture, fabrication and installation of steel work for water treatment, process solutions, civil engineering and access ways. Its Water Division produces both standardised products and bespoke solutions for the water treatment industry.

It has a laser-like focus on developing the best possible solution for each project to ensure efficiency and cost effectiveness as well as allowing for future developments.

Its problem-solving abilities for existing plant are based on the experience of hundreds of successful projects that

A pair of MBR structural frames (bolted together for ease of handling)

embrace half bridges, rotating scrapers, thickeners and other water treatment systems.

A&J Fabtech is a registered supplier on the UVDB database, is UVDB Verify accredited, BS EN 1090 certified and works to the water treatment industry’s stringent requirements.

About A & J Fabtech Ltd A&J Fabtech Water Division offers a dedicated team of experienced individuals who provide the capability to design, manufacture and install a wide range of standardised and bespoke products for the water treatment industry,

in addition to working with customers to problem solve on existing plant. At every stage the team is focused on engineering the best possible solutions to ensure that equipment evolves to become increasingly cost effective and efficient in service.

A&J is one of only a few UK based companies that not only design and manufactures a range of scraping equipment in-house but also has the capacity to meet the needs of the water industry and current legislation BSEN 1090, not just on rotating half bridges but on a full range of rotary scrapers and thickeners for both dirty and clean water applications.

The company is also a registered supplier on the UVDB database and is UVDB Verify accredited.

A&J Fabtech Ltd Tel: +44 (0)1924 439614 Fax: +44 (0)1924 456536 Web: www.ajfabtech.com Email: Mark.wright@ajfabtech.com

Machining

Machining & Machinery

Chain Company Triples Capacity to Meet Demand Donghua Limited announces their relocation to a new building three and a half times the size of their previous facilities, to meet the growing demand for their products.

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Anti Vibration Products

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An additional, larger Kardex storage shuttle unit which holds half a tonne per tray has been installed alongside two existing vertical shuttle units, enabling Donghua to improve the storage and retrieval of small chain components.

Compact mounting Email: sales@fibet.co.uk Visit: www.fibet.co.uk | Tel: 01282 878200

The technical Workshop, where Universal Attachment Chain and Bespoke Chain is assembled, is housed in a dedicated area of the building which has been further enhanced with the addition of equipment to wash old lubrication off chain before re-lubrication or inspection, plus an etching machine for sprockets. Further developments are planned for 2017.

Reduced wiring

For more information visit www.donghua.co.uk, email sales@ donghua.co.uk or call 01902 866 200

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At ChinaSavvy, quality is paramount and we always meet – and very often exceed – our customers’ requirements and expectations.

ChinaSavvy has 15 years’ experience in sub-contract manufacturing and we have delivered world-class engineering services around the globe.

Whether you are a small business or a blue-chip global corporation and you want metal or plastic products designed and manufactured to the very highest standards, make ChinaSavvy your first call.

Talk to us about your casting requirements, metal fabrication, precision machining and production using plastics and carbon fibre – ChinaSavvy offers 19 different metal processes, including six different methods of

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casting such as sand casting, die casting and permanent mould gravity casting.

film extrusion, thermoforming, vacuum forming and rotational casting.

As well as casting, ChinaSavvy can source a variety of precision machining processes and we are acknowledged as an outstanding, world-class CNC machining company, offering superb milling and turning.

Above all, we have an unrivalled commitment to quality assurance, communications, logistics and customer service.

In precision metal fabrication we can produce extremely high-quality parts for very competitive costs, whether using laser cutting, plasma cutting, water jet cutting, punching, stamping or hard material cutting using electric discharge machines (EDMs).

When manufacturing in plastic (and producing prototypes in just a few days), we offer injection moulding, blow moulding, polyurethane moulding, profile extrusion,

There’s nobody in the world quite like ChinaSavvy so get in touch now and we’ll do the rest: www.chinasavvy.com ChinaSavvy HK Ltd Frome BA11 2PW United Kingdom Tel: +44(0)1373 830577 Email: uksales@chinasavvy.com

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OIL CONDITION MONITORING FOR INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS Tan Delta Systems is the global leader in oil condition monitoring technologies. Unique full spectrum holistic monitoring allows owners and operators to improve the financial return on their equipment investments and improve operational reliability and safety.

Tan Delta have developed application kits which can be quickly and easily fitted to industrial engines, hydraulics and gearboxes enabling oil to be monitored and tracked continuously in real time.

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Electromagnetic Flowmeter -All metal design-

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KOBOLD Instruments Ltd 8/9 Brunts Business Centre, Samuel Brunts Way, Mansfield, Nottingham, NG18 2AH Tel: 01623 427701 Email: info.uk@kobold.com

MIM NEW ELECTROMAGNETIC FLOW METER FROM KOBOLD eading instrument manufacturer Kobold continues to design and develop quality measuring and analytical instrument products and have just launched their latest compact flow meter to the market, the MIM. With factories within the Kobold Group experiencing well over one hundred years of trading, Kobold has an enviable and extensive wealth of technical knowledge and experience to draw upon when developing new products.

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At the concept stage, Kobold will often draw upon the experience of their international sales offices to establish a framework of practical features and functionality, and thus produce an instrument which is suitable and compliant for an international market place. This indeed was the process for the new MIM instrument.

Innovative design and quality have become hallmarks of all Kobold manufactured products but refreshingly, during their concept stage Kobold are clearly applying focus to practical ease of functionality and to some extent, resisting the trend and temptation to incorporate unnecessary features and over complicated software.

From the MIM concept Kobold have produced a high quality and versatile compact flow meter for measuring conductive liquids, ensuring suitability for a wide range of industrial applications.

Heavy duty construction in stainless steel provides a clean and robust instrument module. The design of the 90° step indexable TFT display screen is clever, yet simple and robust, ensuring suitability for multi directional flow applications, programmable from the touch screen.

A nice feature of the TFT display screen is that it can be used by operators wearing gloves. Unlike some of the TFT screens on the market using inclination sensors for

screen position, the MIM screen remains clear and stable in use, a reminder of Kobold’s instinctive preference for simplified practical functionality and reliable service.

As you would expect, Kobold’s MIM instrument incorporates all the practical control and display features required in most process applications as standard.

This includes bidirectional measuring, combined flow, temperature, and volume measurement, monitoring, and transmitting. Dual configurable outputs can be selected such as analogue, frequency, pulse, and switching, but also switched dosing and controlled start/stop for the dosing function.

Typically with an electromagnetic flow meter there are no moving parts in the

measuring device and this can be a key advantage in many industrial applications.

In principle the induced voltage is picked up by two sensing electrodes which are in contact with the measuring agent and sent to the measuring amplifier. The flow rate will be calculated based on the cross sectional area of the pipe.

A key advantage of this measuring principle is that the measurement is not depending on the process liquid and its material properties such as density, viscosity and temperature, however, be mindful that the flowing media must have a minimum conductivity value.

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RHEINTACHO GROUP he RHEINTACHO Group, headquartered in Freiburg, Germany has 4 subsidiaries worldwide; in the UK, the Czech Republic, France and China. Each of them is specialized in something different technically, making them centers of competence within the group and for customers as well, enabling customer and application focus at its best.

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RHEINTACHO Messtechnik GmbH in Germany is responsible for all electronic devices, such as all different types and sizes of rotational speed sensors, optical and digital tachometers as well as stroboscopes. Every year RHEINTACHO introduces a number of new sensors and the latest additions to the sensor portfolio are sensors which have a higher degree of functionality. The ABZ sensor, for example, not only measures rotational speed, but also can detect direction of rotation and position. This additional information opens new dimensions for the customer in control and recording. The new M8 sensor is another further development of RHEINTACHO where additional features are very evident. This rotational speed sensor also offers temperature detection.

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The variety of sensors RHEINTACHO supplies also include sensors which can be used in extremely difficult conditions, requiring protection class IP6K9K. Some of our sensor families can even withstand temperatures up to 160 °C. These sensors enable our customers to have the proven technology they are accustomed to even under more difficult conditions.

The RHEINTACHO stroboscopes are among the world’s brightest and are highly accepted both as portable or stationary ones. The product lines include both Xenon and LED versions, hence allowing the customer to choose among a wide variety of stroboscopes to fit any application.

The newest addition is the RHEINTACHO RT STROBE pocketLED which is now available in 4 different versions, standard, standard with trigger, UV and the newest member has an auto-sync function, and is already well received on the portable stroboscope RT STROBE super qbLED, the big brother of the RT STROBE pocketLED. The RHEINTACHO portfolio of tachometers, the oldest products within the group, includes optical, digital and mechanical handheld devices for measuring rotational speed or axial length. In addition, there are eddy current tachometers and tacho-generators which complement the family.

The mechanical tachometers, eddy current tachometers and tachogenerators are manufactured in England and business has been growing successfully in the past few years.

Another strength of the English unit is the ability to repair and service tachometers, governors and indicators of any age or source, including instruments from companies which may no longer exist.

RHEINTACHO - an innovative partner for diverse applications and customeroriented solutions.

For further information please contact us at: Tel: 0113 287 4411 sales@rheintacho.co.uk

Rotational speed sensors for hottest environments

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Measurement & Monitoring

Aquameter Ltd Adding a preset quantity of water to a mix has long been carried out using pails or hosepipes. Not very accurate and certainly not consistent.

Now, Hertfordshire company Aquameter has developed the ABACUS digital water measuring system for dispensing accurate preset quantities of water straight into mixing vessels, tanks, etc.

Easy to install and simple to use, the ABACUS delivers repeatable results day in, day out, reliably and consistently.

Thousands of units have been sold worldwide to a whole variety of industries where water is added to powders or granules for mixing purposes. Just dial in the batch amount required and press the start button. The unit stops the flow of water when the required quantity has been delivered - easy.

Kistler’s new digital charge amplifier sets a new standard for measurement in the Industry 4.0 era Kistler’s Type 5074A charge amplifier breaks new ground in industrial charge amplifier technology for the Industry 4.0 era.

This unit is currently the only piezoelectric sensor amplifier on the market that offers communication based on real-time capable Industrial Ethernet.

For the first time, plant and machinery manufacturers can integrate any desired piezoelectric sensors directly into a real time-capable Ethernet system to easily make settings on the measurement amplifier. www.kistler.com

A 32 channel condition monitoring system will be featuring on Monitran’s stand at the Maintenance 2018 exhibition in Antwerp this March. Known as the MTN/5032, it can monitor velocity, envelope g and temperature on all channels.

The microcontroller-based system has an easy-to-navigate touch screen that enables users to set thresholds and delays for up to 96 alarms individually or across all channels, as well as data sampling periods, ranges and accuracy levels.

AC output data for each channel is accessible via door-mounted BNC connectors for easy analysis, while Modbus and remote PC monitoring are available as options.

Tel: +44 (0) 1494 816569 Fax: +44 (0) 1494 812256 Email: info@monitran.com www.monitran.com

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From HVAC servicing to Legionella testing, two new models make it easy to take reliable temperature measurements wherever you are working.

The DT173 single input and DT175 dual input K Type digital thermometers are new additions to Martindale Electric’s comprehensive thermometry range for contact and non-contact measurements and thermography.

Supplied with bead thermocouples as standard the new thermometers are also compatible with the full range of Martindale K Type probes including air, penetration, clamp and surface probes, ensuring simple measurement solutions for every application.

Tel No - 01923 441 717, Email - sales@martindale-electric.co.uk & Web - www.martindale-electric.co.uk.

john@aquameter.co.uk www.aquameter.info

32 channel condition monitoring system from Monitran at Maintenance 2018

THE HEAT IS ON WITH THE NEW MARTINDALE DT SERIES THERMOMETERS

Dry block temperature calibrators

Monitor and Control Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) with a PPMonitor

New from Omega, TCL temperature calibrators are versatile enough to meet a wide range of requirements.

PPM Technology Ltd is pleased to announce our latest range of IAQ monitoring instruments - the PPMonitor range. The PPMonitor has been designed to give a good visual representation of IAQ in a building.

A great number of units may be networked together via the ZigBee wireless mesh system to show precise changes in concentration of selected IAQ parameters over time for an entire building.

They are easily portable to cope with frequently changing operation locations, such as in multiple test bays or in production locations.

The TCL is suitable for stationary use in the measurement lab or in testing and inspection.

To meet these demands the calibrators are lightweight and easy-to-use at each site.

Five temperature calibrators are available to cover the range -35 to 650°C and wet or dry calibration requirements.

For the full specification, please go to: www.omega.co.uk/pptst/TCL.html

Each unit can monitor temperature and humidity as well as up to 5 different IAQ target gases including formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide, VOC’s, ozone, ammonia and many more.

Please contact wyn@ppm-technology.com or visit www.ppm-technology.com for more information.

100+ HIGHLY ACCURATE PYROMETERS FOR NON-CONTACT TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT!

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- LumaSense Technologies owns Expert knowledge to achieve it.

The key benefit of using an infrared thermometer to measure temperature is that you do not have to make contact with the process or surface being measured.

LumaSense offers a wide range of infrared pyrometers developed from years of experience, research and customer contact. These highly accurate instruments provide solutions for nearly every industry and measurement application.

The company have been in the business for almost 60 years and in fact, are celebrating some of their pyrometers for being successfully in production for over 30 of those years, all "Made in Germany"!

The IGAR 6 Advanced is the only pyrometer with Smart Mode functionality suited for many industrial applications.

This includes a unique switchover technology that transitions between modes, creating a very long temperature measurement range.

LumaSense’s line of IMPAC pyrometers are well known for their accuracy, ruggedness and dependability even operating under difficult conditions and in the harshest environments.

The IGA 140‐TV was launched into space on a JAXA (Japan Aerospace) mission to help scientists gather temperature data in zero‐gravity.

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Also, they can be used for special applications such as measuring pouring streams or for temperature monitoring in coke ovens. These classically designed handheld infrared thermometers offer small spot sizes, maximum value storage, and temperature indicators.

These are just 3 of the 100+ pyrometers in the range, providing solutions for hundreds of applications!

The extremely fast and highly accurate digital instruments, the versatile Series 6 Advanced (single color or 2-color) pyrometers, have very wide temperature ranges, analog output, digital interface, and focusable optics. Models are available with integrated LED display with laser targeting light, view finder, or integrated color-TV camera, to minimize set-up time.

In October 2014, LumaSense introduced the ISR 6‐TI Advanced, the world’s first industrial grade infrared pyrometer with thermal imaging capabilities.

Our portable IMPAC pyrometers Series 8, which just celebrated their 30th year in production, are suitable for measuring metals, ceramics, graphite etc.

Moreover, special versions are available, e.g. with integrated thermal imaging feature, for mid temperature or 2-color measurements or for ultra-thin glass sheets (e.g. Gorilla® glass).

LumaSense Technologies is one of the most trusted providers of innovative temperature and gas sensing devices.

IMPAC, acquired by LumaSense in 2007, has 60 years of experience in infrared and non-contact temperature measurement and is a trusted source for pyrometers worldwide. info@lumasenseinc.com www.lumasenseinc.com

Measurement & Monitoring

Specialists in Water Quality Monitoring Rivertrace is an ISO 9001 Quality-Assured Company and market leader in Oil in Water Quality Monitoring, with over 30 years’ experience. Today, Rivertrace is at the forefront of designing equipment and systems that not only meet but exceed requirements of tightening environmental legislation for the marine, offshore and industrial markets.

Our impressive client list includes leading European, American and Asian separator manufacturers. We also supply most of the major international Shipping Companies, leading Offshore Oil and Gas Operators as well as Premier Land Based Industrial Organization’s.

Rivertrace tailor makes systems according to our customers individual environmental monitoring requirement including, boiler condensate, produced water and slop water discharge.

Saving with more performance

METREL – we deal in quality

5 technologies, all the best, or the only one in the world, have been recognised as the strongest in the world to reduce costs and emissions.

METREL is one of the world leading manufacturers and suppliers of high quality, technically advanced, innovative electrical test and measurement instruments, and associated software and mobile applications. With over 60 years of experience, Metrel recognise and understand the testing requirements of electrical contractors and maintenance staff in today’s challenging environment, with development focus on technical capability, enhanced user interface, and practical time-saving features.

1. Friction reduction, 2. power consumption of electric motors, programmable, 3. locating faults (just starting defects, leaks, explosion risks and many more), 4. durable cures for oil leaks without loss of production time, and 5. intelligent lighting which saves its cost inside one year while providing fine programming for relevant lighting conditions.

All five are relevant for almost all areas, so visit the home-page, www.chambers-gmbh.de to confirm this for your area, and send your questions to chambers@qmi.de

Talk to us today at sales@rivertrace.com www.rivertrace.com

www.metrel.co.uk

NEW COMPACT

On the level, every mm counts Every engineer wants the best accuracy level sensor they can get, but this specification often comes at an extra premium. Not today. The VEGAPULS 64 80GHz contactless radar level transmitter now has increased its accuracy down to 1mm as standard, at no extra cost. This means, whether in storage or processing, you will get the best repeatability and accuracy of measurement on ranges up to 30m.

Combine this with the sensors proven focusing, its ability to deal with build up, how it can operate even on the smallest of mounting connections, or that it even works through valves and down long

MI 2892 Power Master is a hand-held three phase power quality ana­lyser with a large easy-to-read graphical colour display enabling the user to detect harmonics, phasors and waveforms anomalies in the installation simply by con­necting the device. The instrument is designed for a long term recording as well as for troubleshooting power quality problems in three-phase and single-phase power distribution systems.

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nozzles - this all results in a great level solution for your process. Don't take our word for it, ask the tens of thousands of users already utilising this 80 GHz technology. info.uk@vega.com www.vega.com/uk

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for Zone 2 & 22 applications (Isolator or Barrier Not Required)

n General purpose models n Slide-in scale card n -40 to +70°C operation

www.beka.co.uk

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MAXIMIZING HEATER PERFORMANCE: OPERATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY eat is a form of energy that is transferred between two systems or a system and its surroundings by virtue of a temperature difference.

Heat is energy in transition. Heat furnace is the equipment referred to as heater. It is in such equipment that the internal energy of material is converted to work so that chemical transformation can take place. It is the industrial stove. Its lighter is the pilot.

Fuels burn in heater and the heat generated is transmitted to the fluid material. Heat transfer in heaters take place in three forms at four different stages. The forms are radiation, convection, and conduction. The transfer of heat of combustion from the flame tips is by radiation. (This is the lower section of the heater where the burners are) while heat transfer across the tube walls to the process fluid is by conduction (This section is where the tubes are distributed in the heater interior). Convection is the heat transfer within the heater box between the flame and the tube walls as wall as the transfer within the fluid molecules due to fluid motion. Heater has components such as stack damper, draft gauge, soot- blowers, pilot and main burners etc which operator needs to be familiar with.

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A heater is defined as the equipment in which combustion (burning of fuel in air) takes place. That is to say that in it heat is generated to some required temperature.

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of fuel that is burnt in it, eg fuel gas or fuel oil heater.

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Preparing heaters for start up Process operator need to confirm that, 1. All associated instrument are ready in good working condition 2. Fuel is available and lined up. Of importance is the confirmed satisfactory.

3. The pilot burner are serviced and ready.

4. The main burners are serviced purged and ready 5. Atomizing steam is available and ready for use in fuel oil burners.

6. Snuffing steam system is ready 7. Water sprinklers system is ready where applicable 8. Heater box is free of foreign bodies 9. Refractory material are well fixed and in good condition 10. Heater man ways and pip holes are closed 11. The draft gauge is in good condition 12. The damper is in good condition 13. The air register are in ready condition

14. Process fluid flow in the heater is in commissioned 15. Heater convection section cooler (in most instance hot oil passes across to economize heat) is commissioned.

16. The solenoid safety system is active.

Well having gotten these assurance all you need to do is to confirm the combustibles level by safety inspection.

When combustibles and oxygen level are satisfactory proceed to light the pilots.

To light pilot burner Observe safety rules and regulations.

1. Get the pilot lighter, check its nozzle and make sure it is fuel filled.

2. Inform the panel man / lighter using a match or cigarette lighter and adjust its flame.

3. Light the lit pilot lighter using a match or cigarette lighter and adjust its flame.

4. Insert the lit pilot lighter into the lit hole to the tip of the pilot burner.

5. Crack open the pilot burner fuel gas valve to release fuel gas through the pilot nozzle.

6. As the pilot lit remove the pilot lighter and cut off its fuel to put off air light.

7. Adjust the pilot burner flame by throttling the fuel gas flow and the air registers.

8. Communicate the status to the panel man / chief operator.

9. Set the damper.

To light Fuel gas main burner

To operate draft gauge

The fuel gas main burner is only a big pilot. Follow the same procedure to light it. The only difference is that you do not need a separate light since the pilot burner is just there to serve you.

However, there are secondary air registers to regulate the oxygen air requirement for burner and pip-hole to view the flame status.

1. Adjust the draft gauge to give you the pressures you need across the heater by regulating the reading on the indicator.

The gauge scale graduated in millimeters (mm) or water.

To light fuel oil main burner Understanding the fuel gas burner is not enough to light a fuel oil burner because there are a lot of differences. Features like atomizing steam two inlets to burner ( one for steam and the other for oil) etc that we need to be familiar with.

Drain all condensate from the steam lines first 1. Crack open the atomizing steam to the burner nozzle to purge nozzle tip.

2. Crack open the fuel oil valve to commission the oil flow to burner nozzle making sure that the steam flow is slightly more than the oil flow. With the pilot already lit the oil will immediate ignite.

3. Let the fuel oil pressure differential be within the set limit. Maintain fuel oil circulation at all time.

4. Throttle the two valve together until the required flame achieved.

5. Adjust the secondary air register to regulate the flame color.

2. Keep the pressure of the heater radiation section on the slight positive side say 2-5mm of water.

3. Keep the pressure of heater convection section on the slight negative side, say 2-5mm of water.

4. Above convection section should be more negative while the below convection section a little above zero.

Just note that the pressure should be such that a little vacuum surge or pressure differential is created to provide the driving force necessary for effective pressure control.

To set stack damper The stack damper is like the chimney of the kitchen where flue gas escapes to the atmosphere. So be careful not to loose off the heat you generated before using it.

For efficient heater performance keep the damper at 60% opening.

1. Adjust the damper opening by hand

turning the handle across the scale of the damper. The scale is mostly graduated in percentage of the damper opening.

2. Keep the setting initially at 30% and gradually raise it to 60%. This is mostly applicable to atmospheric heaters.

To soot blow heater tubes Soot blowing is the removal of carbon deposits and ash on the surface of heater tubes and on the flue gas passages which result from fuel combustion.

Heater soot-blow could be carried out manually or automatically depending on the provision. Heater tubes are blown with steam. Let us look at the basic requirement needed to soot-blow heater tubes from deposits of carbon that results from fuel combustion.

1. Check and drain any condensate from the steam line.

2. Hand turn the blower shaft to free it from stiffness.

3. Inform the panel man/ chief operator your readiness to begin soot- blowing.

4. Open the damper a little above normal to allow quick relief of soot through the stack.

5. Develop your sequence steps if blower is on manual mode.

6. Advance the soot blower following the sequence developed one after the other.

7. Isolate the steam and return the damper setting to the position after the soot-blowing operation.

Heater Troubleshooting Strategies Table 1 to Table 3 highlights different troubleshooting strategies of process heaters.

Table 1: Gas burner fails to ignire PROBLEM

REMEDIES

Is the gas burner purged?

Remove burner and free it’s pores

Is the fuel gas pressure adequate?

Maintain fuel gas pressure

Is the fuel gas purity normal?

Check gas composition

Is the safety provision status normal?

Check safety instruments loop.

Table 2: Oil burner fails to ignite PROBLEM

REMEDIES

Is the fuel oil burner purged?

Purge out burner tip pores with steam

Is the fuel oil pressure adequate?

Confirm oil pressure

Is the fuel oil circulation adequate?

Maintain oil circulation

Is the fuel oil composition normal?

Confirm oil composition

Table 3: Fuel oil burner leaks PROBLEM

REMEDIES

Is the leakage inside the heater?

If so, shut down the heater, clean spill and fix the leak

Is the leakage outside the heater?

Provide steam to leaking point, flush spill and fix leak.

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Conclusion In order maintain the performance and extend the service life of process heaters, it is important to understand their operational procedure and troubleshooting strategies. Real time monitoring of the heater performance will ensure that problems are identified on time and the right troubleshooting strategy is enforced.

Heat transfer in heaters take place in three forms at four different stages. The forms are radiation, convection, and conduction.

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SolidLux Instant Coating Lack of demarcation between traffic and pedestrians is a major contributory factor to accidents in the work place. SolidLux can help. An industrial grade, coloured floor coating that cures instantly when exposed to UV light and is immediately resistant to intensive mechanical and chemical stresses. An ideal solution in any situation where floor maintenance or renovation work inevitably will disturb the regular activities with associated loss of income and other expenditure.

Drying and curing is contained within a single process. The coating is exposed to UV light with a portable UV lamp. Instant curing and a smart working sequence means the floor coating can be applied while business continues with minimal disruption.

Mark out your workplace safety plan with Solidlux.

Friction, Lubrication, And Wear Technology Resource Released The new 2017 edition of Volume 18 is a comprehensive, up-to-date resource on surface engineering, lubrication, design, and materials selection strategies to improve the reliability and operational life of components.

The 2017 edition of ASM Handbook, Volume 18: Friction, Lubrication, and Wear Technology has undergone a significant expansion and revision of coverage by a new group of global experts and builds on articles devoted to specific friction- or wear-critical components supported by coverage on the fundamental physical principles of friction, lubrication, and wear.

In addition to basic concepts, methods of lab testing and analysis, materials selection, and field diagnosis and monitoring of friction and wear are also covered.

Visionscope Technologies Karl Storz rigid borescopes are particularly robust and designed for heavy-duty industrial use. With the HOPKINS® rod lens system, they reliably deliver exceptionally clear, sharp and bright images.

Borescopes essentially consist of an optical system, mechanics, and a light guide system.

The double-wall sheath and the special glass endpiece at the tip render the borescope extremely resistant to damage and wear and ensure optimal protection of the telescope.

Special Features: • • • •

Pressure resistant up to +5 bar Metal layers to protect the optical system Resistant to oil, fuel & solvents Temperature resistant up to 150’C

Tel: 01709 540131. Fax: 01709 547481.

Email: info@vst.org.uk.

Web: www.vst.org.uk

07818 001141 ijames@solidluxcoating.com www.solidluxcoating.com/en

To learn more about ASM International, visit www.asminternational.org

BOGE scoops top German Industry 4.0 award

Keeping PPE Clean

CQA International

East Midlands Instruments operates a large contract within the famous Drax Power Station in North Yorkshire.

CQA (Containment Quality Associates) celebrate 25 years of worldwide engineering excellence by expanding their portfolio to now include turn-key delivery of containment systems for industrial applications.

BOGE Compressors has beaten off stiff competition to win this year’s Diamond Star ‘Best Industrial Business Solution 4.0’ Award.

Demonstrating its strong commitment to the digital transformation of industry and the concepts of Industry 4.0, BOGE has scooped a major industrial award at this year’s Diamond Star Excellence in Business Awards - Best Industrial Business Solution 4.0 category.

Organised by the leading German business publication, Handelsblatt, this award recognises the customer service offering of BOGE’s Continuous Improvement Programme (BOGE CIP) and was won amid stiff competition from companies including Siemens and Audi.

Learn more about BOGE at uk.boge.com/en.

The number of EMI operatives working within the power station varies from 50 to 150 between off peak and peak periods.

Health & safety is a key issue and EMI has its own health & safety advisor – Chris Milner.

Everyone working on the site has to be supplied with fire retardant overalls, and these have to be kept clean.

Last year EMI replaced its old laundry equipment with a Huebsch YWN washer with a 92 litre drum and a huebsch YDE tumble dryer from Armstrong Commercial Laundry Equipment.

The laundry is operated by the stores staff who are responsible for the personal protection equipment. www.armstronglaundry.com 01635 263410

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With a core aim of providing the highest quality systems, the latest project includes the design and delivery of a Waste Water Treatment Plant within the food industry undertaken in under 4 months offering a low cost, low visual impact, low energy solution to deal with over 1,500m3/week of effluent.

Design-build systems available for both treatment and primary, secondary and tertiary storage across all sectors. Speak to us today to find out how we can help.

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WESTERMANS REFURBISHED WELDING EQUIPMENT SUPPLY CONTINUES TO GROW WORLDWIDE The benefits associated with the supply of refurbished welding equipment from Westermans International Ltd. have now become well-established on a global scale.

The Leicestershire-based organisation, which sources, renovates and supplies a vast range of welding and associated units, has built on its extensive UK and European sales by making the service available to a truly international market.

The company highlights a key customer in China by way of example – Contact : Claire Spillane Tel : 0116 298 3758 Email : welding@westermans.com Website : www.westermans.com Email : office@westermans.com

Cosy Comfort On Site With The New Snickers Hoodies Snickers Hoodies have long been favourites among professional craftsmen and women so the new range of knitted Hoodies is bound to be a big hit.

There’s a ‘Full Zip’ or ‘Over-Head’ option and they’re the ideal combination with Snickers’ First and Second Layer Undergarments and can comfortably be worn under a jacket on chilly days.

With a contemporary design, four colour options and a double-lined hood for extra warmth, these hardworking Hoodies are great for all trades on site.

Made from a cosy, durable fabric for extra ruggedness, they’ve got an adjustable drawstring in the hood plus kangaroo handwarmer pockets at the front.

You can call the Snickers Helpline on 01484 854788, checkout the website and download a digital catalogue at www.snickersworkwear.co.uk or email info@snickersworkwear.co.uk

LubeTagTM and TwinTagTM Streamline Maintenance and Environmental Work InfoSight has long been committed to bringing the best identification methods to industrial applications. Recently, InfoSight has introduced new metal tags to streamline maintenance and environmental identification and record keeping. LubeTagTM is a color-coded barcoded metal tag designed to make identifying lubrication points easier.

Color, alphanumeric characters, and bar codes are used to quickly identify the lubrication points, the type of lubrication necessary, and to record the work completed. TwinTagTM is designed for environmental and maintenance departments for VOC leak detection and repair programs (LDAR). The metal tag is designed to be readable from both sides to easily identify the monitored points and quickly record any action taken to address issues.

Royal Visit to Premier Coatings Premier Coatings Ltd recently received HRH The Duke of Kent at its Smarden, Kent, premises.

He presented an official certificate and commemorative crystal bowl to recognise Premier’s achievement of a 2017 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade over the past three years.

Guests were received by Terry Capps, Premier Coatings MD. A tour of offices and factory included practical demonstrations of some of Premier’s protective tape systems.

Part of Winn & Coales International, Premier Coatings are one of the leaders in corrosion prevention and sealing technology.

Tel: 020 8670 7511. Fax: 020 8761 2456 e-mail: mail@denso.net web: www.denso.net

For more information on InfoSight, and our Printers and Tags, visit www.infosight.com .

Easy access to training materials and simulation helps engineers be more effective in their daily activities Good engineers understand the challenges and work environment of their customers- the plant operator.

Traditionally used by plant operators, forward thinking companies are using simulation to train their engineer staffs to be better engineers that have an operational perspective.

Simulation training is typically time and resource constrained, but EnVision OnDemand provides anytime, anywhere access to content used by the world’s largest oil and gas companies.

Our simulations provide plant engineers with a foundational understanding of upstream and refining processes so that their design decisions drive true operations value.

More Hart’s Speedors in Africa These two Hart Speedors, the high-speed environmental doors, are the latest to be installed at the Bakhresa Group’s Buguruni flour mill, Dar es Salaam,Tanzania, Africa’s largest flour mill.

The Speedors were installed with internal and external wind bars to cater for wind pressures from both sides of the opening. They are the result of continued successful operation of four Speedors installed in the Kurasini grain intake areas also in Tanzania.

“This is our third visit to this Tanzania and we must thank our friends at Bakhresa for their assistance and cooperation during the installation,” says John Loftus, a member of Hart’s export team. www.hartdoors.com T: 0191 214 0404

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Identifying highly specialised solutions can reap huge efficiency rewards – whether dealing in large systems or individual components.

Early diagnosis of cancer can greatly improve survival rates, with health centres utilizing the latest technology to ensure identification of the condition is achieved sooner.

OPTIMAS INCREASES PRODUCTIVITY FOR CANCER DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER Early diagnosis of cancer can greatly improve survival rates, with health centres utilizing the latest technology to ensure identification of the condition is achieved sooner. Cancer diagnosis machines are at the forefront of this technology, which emphasizes the importance of smooth manufacturing operations when producing such equipment. When one leading manufacturer was experiencing downtime due to fastener issues, they contacted Optimas to help improve productivity.

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basis, with the entire production line coming to a halt in such circumstances.

The fasteners were identified as the cause of the stoppages: certain components that were installed via airgun presented multiple issues. Firstly, fasteners were becoming jammed during installation into the machine’s sheet metal. Furthermore, fasteners were becoming stripped of their coating, and in more severe cases, the applied torque was forcing the airgun out of the operator’s hands, causing health and safety concerns.

Optimas was contacted by the manufacturer due to a proven track record of developing and supplying fastener

solutions globally to OEM manufacturers of medical equipment. The business operates a vast component portfolio, backed by a highly efficient logistics network that blends global capability with local points of contact. Often consulted at the initial design stage of projects, Optimas was a logical choice to tackle the challenges presented by this particular component.

Working closely with the manufacturer’s engineering teams and the part supplier, Optimas fastener experts started to assess what aspect of the fastener was causing issues. Dialogue between the teams at this stage was key, and resulted in the identification of the cause.

The importance of cancer diagnosis machines emphasizes the importance of smooth manufacturing operations when producing such equipment.

The benefits were clear. Jamming, stripping and associated injuries were entirely eliminated, minimising potential risk to workers and greatly increasing the efficiency of production. By the introduction of this component alone, the manufacturer was able to increase productivity by 27%. The component was such a success, that it has now been accepted as an industry standard. Known as the ‘light patch’ the new component delivered the engineering performance required but with the benefit of easy installation.

Optimas engineers were able to identify that the coating was too thick, which was causing jamming issues during the installation of the component.

A section of the thread featured a nylon coating, which is often referred to as a ‘patch’. The patch offered increased integrity, ensuring that the fastener could not back out from its aperture over a prolonged service life. However, Optimas engineers were able to identify that the coating was too thick, which was causing the jamming issues during the installation of the component. Having identified the

root cause, Optimas engineers worked in conjunction with the supplier’s engineering team to deliver a solution. Leaning on experience from originating custom parts for a wide range of demanding applications, Optimas and the supplier were able to design and source a component where the nylon coating was reduced by 50%.

The new component was introduced to the production line, and trialled in the manufacturing process.

Identifying highly specialised solutions can reap huge efficiency rewards – whether dealing in large systems or individual components. By approaching the problematic fastener methodically, utilizing the existing engineering teams at both the supplier and manufacturer, Optimas was able to deliver tangible productivity benefits across an entire production process. It is proof that focusing on the small details can deliver big rewards.

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Kecol Pumping Systems Kecol Pumping Systems offers solutions to many product transfer problems – read on to find out more.

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ecol Pumping Systems Ltd are manufacturers of Air driven, Positive Displacement Piston Pumps and Priming Devices in polished stainless steel or carbon steel, for transferring high viscosity nonflowable products from drums and containers as used in the cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical, chemical and general industries.

Products in drums or similar sized vessels that normally need to be heated in order to reduce the viscosity - can be transferred cold. Products with a viscosity up to 10,000 Poise can be transferred (cold) using the Kecol Maxiprime Pump and follower plate system and is also used to transfer pastes and products that stick to the inside of an open top drum, wiping the inside of the drum or vessel, eliminating product waste.

Kecol Air Powered Drum Pumps and transfer systems are suitable for all standard size closed top or open top drums and can be adapted to suit open top containers with an internal diameter up to 1200mm.

Non contact parts as well as contact parts are available in polished stainless steel, clamp - type construction is also available for hygienic applications.

Typical applications in the food industry include transferring tomato

The inside of a standard 200 litre Open Top Drum is wiped clean – as the drum is emptied – with minimal product waste

puree, concentrated fruit juice, honey, fruit pastes, biscuit creams, jams, butter, margarine, sweet mince meat, sausage meat and meat pie fillings with cooked vegetables.

Applications in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries include transferring mascara, petroleum jelly, face creams, base creams, magnesium hydroxide, aluminium hydroxide, toothpaste, lip-gloss waxes and suntan lotions.

Kecol’s articulated pump systems

Kecol’s articulated pump systems

The Kecol Follower plate system will also work on 200 litre Open Top Drums fitted with an aseptic bag – wiping the bag clean

Applications in the chemical and general industries include the transfer of paints, resins, adhesives, polymers, latex, high viscosity grease, mastic’s and inks – all pumped cold without pre-heating the products.

As manufacturers, Kecol Pumping Systems can offer solutions to your particular product transfer problem, by offering a bespoke system designed to exceed your particular production requirements for single drum/vessel use or multi drum use.

Kecol Pumping Systems Ltd Faraday Drive Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 5BJ T: 01746 764311 E: sales@kecol.co.uk www.kecol.co.uk

KECOL

STILL NO.1 FOR VISCOUS PUMPING SOLUTIONS With over 25 years experience in pumping viscous materials, Kecol is the number one choice of many of the World’s leading pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food manufacturers.

Kecol equipment is used to transfer flowable & non-flowable materials from drums, IBC’s, mixing vessels and process vessels of various shapes, sizes and designs, without heating the material.

Kecol’s extensive range of equipment is designed to transfer products from triple concentrate Tomato Paste through to Petroleum Jelly and Mascara, quickly, cleanly and efficiently from standard 200 litre drums, tapered or conical drums fitted with an aseptic bag, tote bins and IBC’s.

Our vast experience has shown there are never two applications the same and that’s why we also offer bespoke systems designed and manufactured to suit your specific vessels and production requirements.

System for IBC’s

System for 4 x pallet mounted drums

Trolley Mounted Vertical or Horizontal pumps

NOW ATEX APPROVED

Tel: 01746 764311

Fax: 01746 763375 Email: sales@kecol.co.uk Here Here are are just just aa few few of of the the products products we we pump: pump: • • Petroleum Petroleum Jelly Jelly • • Magnesium Magnesium Hydroxide Hydroxide • • Mascara Mascara • • Lanolin Lanolin • • Lip Lip Gloss Gloss • • Veterinary Veterinary Creams Creams • • Eye Eye Ointments Ointments • • Paraffin Paraffin Wax Wax • • Face Face Scrub Scrub • • Teething Teething Gels Gels • • Medical Medical Adhesives Adhesives • • Toothpaste Toothpaste • • Wax Wax • • Sun Sun Lotions Lotions • • Aluminium Aluminium Hydroxide Hydroxide • • Hand Hand /Face /Face Creams Creams • • Shaving Shaving Cream Cream • • Glycerine Glycerine • • Honey Honey • • Cake Cake Batter Batter • • Butter Butter • • Mayonnaise Mayonnaise • • Peanut Peanut Butter Butter • • Fruit Fruit Concentrate Concentrate • • Margarine Margarine • • Jam Jam • • Tomato Tomato Puree Puree • • Chopped Chopped Tomato Tomato • • Pie Pie Fillings Fillings • • Syrups Syrups • • Biscuit Biscuit Creams Creams • • Caramel Caramel Products Products • • Fruit Fruit Pastes Pastes • • Cooking Cooking Fats Fats • • Fondants Fondants • • Sweet Sweet Mince Mince Meat Meat • • High High Viscosity Viscosity Grease Grease • • Mastic Mastic • • Wood Wood Filler Filler • • Silicon Silicon • • Paint Paint • • Ink Ink • • Polymers Polymers • • Epoxy Epoxy Pastes Pastes • • Sealants Sealants • • Glue Glue • • Resin Resin

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inable Bentonite desiccant desiccants – The natural, sustainable desiccant g solution for moisture controlled packaging

packaged Desiccants and used areto hygroscopic protect a (moisture-adsorbent) substances that are packaged and used to protect a sture-related degradation andfrom mold, corrosion, and other forms of moisture-related degradation and wide range of products elf life.

Two of Desiccants the most widely damage. are critical to maintaining product quality and shelf life. Two of the most widely h areused usedand to protect products well-known desiccants are bentonite clay and silica gel, which are used to protect products nd foods to pharmaceuticals, ranging from textiles, leather goods, electronics, metal components, and foods to pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and medical devices.

e of packaged products faceresponsible a Packaging engineers for ensuring the quality and shelf life of packaged products face a s right for their applications. This range of considerations when it comes to sourcing the desiccant that is right for their applications. This ies essential to making a wellpaper will compare bentonite clay and silica gel in a variety of categories essential to making a wellduction, Environmental Impact, Material Composition, Performance, Production, Environmental Impact, informed sourcing decision: and other factors.

Material Composition

sults Bentonite from the weathering and clay is an abundant and naturally-occurring mineral that results from the weathering and pal ingredient is calcium sedimentation of volcanic ash deposits. Its principal ingredient is calcium nert and non-corrosive substance. montmorillonite, a highly adsorbent, chemically inert and non-corrosive substance. d dried into the form of freeWhen mined from the ground, then processed and dried into the form of frees water vapor readily within its granules, bentonite clay attracts and binds water vapor readily within its flowing highly effective desiccant.complex and highly layered structure, making it a highly effective desiccant.

siliconSilica dioxide gelthat is a synthetic is typicallymaterial, a highly porous form of amorphous silicon dioxide that is typically t 2-3 mm in size. Silica gelproduced adsorbs in the form of transparent beads, about 2-3 mm in size. Silica gel adsorbs tersecting channels of various water vapor in an internal network of random, intersecting channels of various cale through a multi-step diameters. Silica gel is manufactured on a large scale through a multi-step chemical process.

China, so silica gel desiccants The current are primary global source for silica gel is China, so silica gel desiccants are al package form. generally shipped worldwide in bulk or individual package form.

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Performance In terms of their capabilities and performance as desiccants, these two materials have numerous similarities. Both are highly adsorbent materials. This means that even at full water vapor capacity, both remain dry and free-flowing, without any apparent change in size, shape or texture. And, both of these desiccants can be “reactivated” by oven-drying them to remove retained water vapor between uses.

They are also quite similar in terms of “unit” weight and relative adsorption performance. Desiccants are measured in “units” according to military and industry specifications including MIL-D-3464 (U.S), DIN 55473 (Germany) and AFNOR NF H00-321 (France). The MIL and DIN specifications define a unit as the amount of desiccant that will, at a temperature of 25° C, adsorb 3 g of water vapor at 20% relative humidity and 6 g of water vapor at 40% relative humidity. By this standard, a unit of bentonite clay desiccant weighs about 33 grams, while a unit of silica gel weighs about 26 grams. Both will adsorb water vapor equivalent to between 30 and 40 percent of their unit weight. (Note: the AFNOR NF H00-321 specification defines a desiccant unit with 100 g moisture adsorption.)

Although the adsorption properties of bentonite clay and silica gel desiccants are comparable on a unitfor-unit basis, tests show that bentonite clay offers higher adsorption capacity in the most common and relevant package conditions. The adsorption capacity of bentonite is substantial at low humidity levels and increases with increasing relative humidity. Silica gel behaves similarly, but becomes even more adsorbent at higher levels of relative humidity. At these higher humidity levels, its very high rate of adsorption can, at times, make silica gel more difficult to handle.

Figure 1: Comparing desiccant performance

Figure 1 compares the adsorption capacity of bentonite and silica gel at various relative humidity levels. In package conditions below 30 percent relative humidity, bentonite adsorbs more humidity than the equivalent amount of silica gel.

Package conditions below 40% relative humidity are by far the most commonly required.

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Process Technologies

ScandMist: New generation offers greater flexibility and a lower total cost of ownership MANN+HUMMEL is introducing a new generation of mechanical oil mist and oil smoke eliminators for the mechanical engineering industry. It is characterized by EC motors with resistance control which considerably reduces energy costs and minimizes noise emissions. The extraction systems run for up to two years without the need for maintenance. The service of the filtration stages is simple. These advantages reduce the total cost of ownership for operators in comparison to other systems in the market. The product is flexible, with the possibility to combine a single oil eliminator with a machining center or the possibility to link several oil eliminators to a central oil PROOF 1.pdf This1 enables 07/02/2018 11:55 separator. nominal flow rates higher than 100,000 m3/h. . www.mann-hummel.com

Captec Introduces Powerful New Industrial Computer Range Captec, designers and manufacturers of specialist computing platforms, has introduced its new 2U and 4U rackmount industrial computer range. The portfolio offers customers optimised flexibility in configuration, while creating competitive lead times of two to three weeks. The development of a unique three-tiered selection model for chassis and motherboard enables customers to define the specifications that meet exact performance and budgetary requirements. This creates 18 configuration variants, supported by a full scope of options for CPU, memory, storage, operating system and expansion cards. It is available with Intel’s latest 7th generation processing technology, delivering unprecedented power and performance.

For more information please contact us: T: +44 (0)1489 866 066 E: enquiries@uk.captec-group.com www.captec-group.com

Applied Rubber Linings Ltd Process Plant Liners Serving the Mining, Quarrying, Water, Metal Finishing, Process and Marine Industries.

Inspecting a large rubber lined pipe at Applied Rubber Linings

Abrasion and chemical resistant rubber linings for: sand washing plant, process vessels and pipework,valves, mixers, filters, storage tanks and shot blasting equipment.

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Foam Control Controlling foaming in your industrial and other processes will improve efficiency, quality, hygiene, reliability – and reduce overall costs.

For over 45 years Basildon has manufactured high quality silicone based and non-silicone antifoams for use in areas as diverse as industrial, pharmaceutical, food, personal care, fermentation and biotechnology. We advise customers how to solve their foaming issues in many applications and recommend antifoams from our Foam-Clear range. These are suitable for use in high surfactant, extreme pH and high temperature environments and are available in 100 % active forms as well as emulsions, which readily disperse in the foaming medium. Emulsions can be added manually or added automatically using foam detection and dosage equipment – which we also recommend and supply.

Tel. 01235 526677 www.baschem.co.uk sales@baschem.co.uk

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meriflex, Inc.® provides flexible solutions from conceptual design, prototypes to mainstream production and operates on a simple philosophy based on Integrity, Service, and Quality. Our commitment to this philosophy is put into practice on a daily basis in the manufacture of our precision bellows, flanges, and other quality products. With the latest in technologies we supply a wide range of industries ranging from Semi Conductor, Medical, Oil/Gas, Food and Beverage and Automotive.

Our bellows and expansion joints are designed to absorb and reduce

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vibration and relieve structural stress from working under pressure, extreme temperatures, and other variables. We specialize in thinwall bellows. We also offer the highest quality metal braided flex hose in the industry. Our braided hose is designed for high pressure applications. It provides the protection needed for the inner convoluted hose to withstand high pressure and for vacuum or partial pressure applications requiring protection from hazards.

Our stainless steel braided hose can be found on NASA’s Curiosity Mars Rover, on still-in-development commercial spacecraft, and in countless other applications.

Also produced is a full line of bellows assemblies to complement our metal bellows. We manufacture bolt-style and clamp-style bellows assemblies, flanges, valve assemblies, and expansion joints. Every bellows assembly we make is ultrasonically cleaned prior to welding, and helium leak tested after to ensure weld integrity and defect-free construction.

2390 Railroad Street, Corona, CA 92880 Tel: (951)737-5557 www.ameriflex.net

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BSL GAS TECHNOLOGIES

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SL Gas Technologies are based in Rochester, Kent UK and have been in the gas mixing business since 1990 when we first developed the patent for our unique Gas Blenders.

We have developed these greatly for different applications, gases, flows and differing gas use requirements. Our widely used Gas Flow Control Valves have developed from that work too.

27 years later, we now supply our equipment all around the World, reaching every major continent. We have been able to do this because we have always tried to keep to some simple aims in mind. Our systems are very robust, and most are uniquely simple. Many of our Gas Mixing Systems that we provide are completely pressure mechanical in their operation.

This means we can mix gases without the need for external buffer storage tanks or the need for electrics.

Our systems are famously simple to look after and being able to mix gases accurately without electrics is particularly useful when handling gases with either Oxygen or Hydrogen combinations.

A lot of our development work today involves us taking our well proven and respected technology and solutions and shaping them in to bespoke solutions for our customers. Finding ways to enhance the business of our core customers and adding to it to give them some genuine competitive advantages in their markets.

This is a particularly enjoyable aspect of what we do, because often it is very closely measured by our customers and provides some amazing feed-back at times, which we are of course very grateful for!

So, if you are interested in our off the shelf solutions, they are available within a few weeks. Or if you are after a more engineered approach, we will be very happy to help you to turn your ideas into a great equipment solution.

This is something we can do well for you to give you some great benefits in your market. To take what we do every day and turn it into something that our customers find very useful and unique is one of our top aims!

How can we help make your process easier and more reliable? www.bslgastech.com solutions@bslgastech.com 01634 661100

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BSL GAS TECHNOLOGIES LTD We make Gas Mixers, Gas Analysers, Gas Blenders and a host of equipment for handling gases.

What can we do for you? Contact us!

Process Technologies

CURTISS WRIGHT urtiss-Wright Surface Technologies (CWST) provides high quality surface treatments which will improve the life and performance of critical components through its global network of over 70 operating divisions and specialist onsite teams.

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Our surface treatments have been successfully used by OEM’s in major industries such as aerospace, automotive, oil & gas and power generation for many years.

We are only too aware of the logistical challenges and costs faced by our customers and so we can offer a “One Stop Shop” solution providing a wide range of surface treatments including Controlled Shot and Laser Shock Peening, bespoke and trade Coating Applications, Thermal Spray Coatings and Parylene Coatings for metal, alloy, plastic and electronic components as well as Analytical Services.

We offer our customers a single source solution and point of contact for all their surface treatments, supporting their requirements through our global network of over 70 worldwide facilities and on-site field teams, improving and reducing turnaround times and costs.

We are specialists in protecting components from common failures and reducing maintenance costs for key industries such as aerospace, oil and gas, automotive, medical and general industrial markets.

Building on the unique heritage of Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies has a long tradition of providing innovative solutions and building solid and trusted customer relationships.

Full quality and customer approvals including NADCAP, ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100 Rev C. To find out more please visit www.cwst.co.uk.

Leaders in surface engineering Increasing the performance and life of critical components

l Shot peening l Peen forming l Thermal spray l Engineered coatings l Analytical services l Approvals: AS9100 Rev C l NADCAP l ISO 9001:2008 l FAA

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STAR FASTENERS HAS BEEN AWARDED ACCREDITATION FROM ALCUMUS SAFECONTRACTOR

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tar Fasteners has been awarded accreditation from Alcumus SafeContractor for achieving excellence in health and safety in the workplace.

Alcumus SafeContractor is a leading third party accreditation scheme which recognises extremely rigorous standards in health and safety management amongst contractors. It is used by thousands of organisations in the UK including SMEs and FTSE 100 companies. Principally involved in the rail, solar, wind power, automotive, marine and the commercial vehicle market. The company’s application for SafeContractor accreditation was driven by the need for a uniform standard across the business. SafeContractor accreditation will enhance the company’s ability to win new contracts, and its commitment to safety

will be viewed positively by its insurers when the company liability policy is up for renewal.

Gemma Archibald, Director of Alcumus SafeContractor said: "Major organisations simply cannot afford to run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies in place."

sector. SafeContractor plays a vital role in supporting our clients in meeting their compliance needs, whilst working with their contractors as they progress through the accreditation process.”

For further information, contact: +44 (0)115 9324939 or email sales@starfasteners.co.uk

"More companies need to understand the importance of adopting good risk management in the way that Star Fasteners has done. The firm’s high standard has set an example which hopefully will be followed by other companies within the

PARKAIR® PUSH-IN FITTINGS FULL METAL SOLUTION Hostile working environments where strong vibrations, abrasions and welding sparks are the norm, require heavy duty, robust fittings. The Parkair brass nickel-plated push-in fittings offer such features, being widely used in the robotics, automotive welding, heavy industry, railway, compressed air circuit, and vacuum industries.

A high grade 316L stainless steel, it can be used with food, medical and chemical applications, and extreme hot or cold conditions.

Durable brass material with NBR seals and stainless steel gripping teeth, the design features a double O-ring for better swivel. The nickel-plated push-in fitting is suitable for air at a working pressure of 0 – 210 psi (0 – 15 bar) and compatible with the following tubing materials: PTFE, FEP, PU, PE, PA. The working temperature range is -20ºC to +80ºC.

With a versatile working temperature, the range -15ºC to +220ºC is compatible with the following tubing materials: PTFE, FEP, PU, PE, PA, PVDF.

Also from Parkair is a 316L stainless steel push-in fitting, which is ideal for the more demanding applications where corrosive environments are a factor.

The fittings have been approved to ISO9001:2008, RoHS, and CE. Suitable for air, water and oil, the working pressure is 0 – 225 psi (0 – 15 bar).

For more information, please contact Tom Parker Ltd’s Business Development Manager: John Pomeroy. Tel: 01772 255113.

Alternatively email the Business Development Department at business. development@tom-parker.co.uk

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Product News

Metal Weight Calculator helps lighten the work load A global engineering firm with its UK headquarters in the West Midlands has recently unveiled a dynamic online tool to guide its customers through the technical process of buying metal. thyssenkrupp Materials (UK) is a leading supplier of stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel products.

In a commitment to help customers determine the quantity and price of the metal that they require, thyssenkrupp Materials has launched a variety of browser extensions including a Metal Weight Calculator, an easily-accessible and simple-to-use web app, for both Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox.

The browser extensions can be downloaded by visiting the website at www.thyssenkrupp-materials.co.uk.

INTRODUCING ‘CIRCLEMISER’ – OUTSTANDING ALL ROUND EFFICIENCY AND DESIGN Cooltherm is excited to introduce ‘Circlemiser’ to its growing product portfolio. Geoclima’s new Circlemiser chiller is one of the most efficient and innovative chillers available today, offering outstanding efficiency levels, with an increase in EER of up to 15% over the already class leading Turbomiser chiller.

The unique technology is in the design and development of special cylinder condensers and the installation of cascade flooded evaporators. The innovative Circlemiser product range uses microchannel condensers with the heat exchange surface increased by 45%, compared to traditional condensers.

The new Circlemiser series is available for air cooled Turbomiser units, both with R134a, and with HFO-1234ze refrigerants. For more information please visit: www.cooltherm.co.uk/circlemiser

Andrews add new product to popular range ahead of summer The Andrews range of high capacity HPAC air conditioning units have been developed to provide high volume cooling for larger areas.

Particularly suitable for industrial processes, warehouses, factories and production-based applications, the HPAC series affords customers a reliable solution to a multitude of climate control issues.

Our HPAC45 and HPAC90 units have proven extremely successful in recent years and feature industry-leading heat pump technology, enabling the provision of heating as well as cooling.

The presence of variable speed fans allows air flows to be accurately controlled, while the units’ unique specifications will produce an instant supply of cool air despite their economical power consumption. www.andrews-sykes.com 0800 211 611

Introducing Cerasmooth™ compound – the wear life solution for the FGD market

Gently Remove Soil and Stains with Naturally-Derived EcoAir® BioClean Spray

Advance SmartLine conveyor solution upscales efficiencies at ZyroFisher

Weir Minerals has announced an upgrade to its polymer-ceramic composite for the Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) market. Specially engineered for use in FGD applications, the new and improved Cerasmooth™ compound is designed to provide ultimate wear and corrosion resistance.

Cortec® Corporation has developed a gentle but effective cleaner for removing soil and stains from hard surfaces. EcoAir® BioClean Spray has the advantage of being:

As one of the leading distributors of parts, accessories and clothing to the UK and Irish cycling markets, Darlington-based ZyroFisher, looked to increase warehouse productivity by improving the efficiency of their daily order fulfilment process. With high levels of manual handling dominating their pick, pack and dispatch operation at their 100,000 sq ft facility, Zyrofisher needed a solution to streamline the movement of goods from the packing area to dispatch.

“We are focused on the continuous improvement of our materials, which is why we have enhanced our existing formulation to improve component wear life and meet the ever more demanding market’s needs,” states Patrick Moyer, Executive Vice President of Engineering for Weir Minerals.

Cerasmooth™ material was developed for the Warman® GSL pump series but can also be used for any acidic, light slurry application.

Cerasmooth™ material is now available across the globe.

Visit www.cerasmooth.weir for more information.

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Gentle and non-irritating Made from renewable materials Available in recyclable EcoAir® spray cans

EcoAir® BioClean Spray can be easily sprayed onto soiled surfaces to gently clean dirt, soil, dust, debris, and mold/mildew stains from wood, metal, plastics, and other hard surfaces. After being left to dry for 30 seconds to 10 minutes (depending on the level of contamination), the surface treated with EcoAir® BioClean Spray can be wiped with a clean, damp cloth to remove the debris or stains.

To find out more about Cortec® Spray Technologies’ innovative products, please visit: www.cortecspraytechnologies.com/

Following site inspections, leading UK conveyor manufacturer, Advance Automated Systems, installed their bespoke, zoned, SmartLine roller conveyor to transfer various sized cartons directly to the dispatch trailer.

ZyroFisher was able to redeploy staff as a result.

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Pumps

Hydra-Cell Pumps Achieve Ultimate Metering Accuracy

Thermal Fluid Solutions First To Launch Us Subsidiary

Hydra-Cell Metering pumps enable users to meet or exceed API 675 performance standards with virtually pulse-less, linear flow.

Soaring US process industry demand for thermal fluid system support, maintenance and risk-management services has prompted Thermal Fluid Solutions (TFS) to become the first UK company in its market to open an American operation.

These pumps achieve superior levels of accuracy, repeatability and linearity, while delivering precise, constant flow by employing unique hydraulic oil management systems.

To maintain accuracy in a hydraulicallyactuated metering pump, the volume of oil on the non-process side of the diaphragm must remain constant. www.hydra-cell.eu

Active in the US since 2008, TFS has since established a broad and expanding customer base in the North American process industry, especially within the panel board sector; the company counts global manufacturing giants Arauco and Norbord as long-standing customers.

For further details, please visit www.thermalfluidsolutions.com.

Gast introduces new, proprietary vane material that provides reliable performance with or without lubrication GAST – a leading designer and manufacturer of precision air products and member of IDEX Corporation – has launched NEW LubeFree options for their AM series air motors that utilize a proprietary vane material that provides versatility, allowing users the options to oil or not oil the motor.

This new LubeFree option has expanded GAST’s range of 2AM, 4AM and 6AM Series air motors and affords operators the flexibility to modify their maintenance schedules or save money by eliminating oil, lubricator components and system maintenance.

For further information on Gast’s LubeFree AM Series, call +44 (0)1527 504040, email gastgroup.uk@idexcorp.com or visit www.gastmfg.com.

Perfected Sealless Pumps Continuous innovation means HMD Kontro magnetic drive technology is now even more robust, reliable, economic and suited to even more applications • ZeroLoss™ composite containment shell • VapourView™ instrumentation that detects the presence of gas in a liquid • Secondary Containment options to enhance safety even further With new derivatives including vertical, high-pressure, low-flow, multi-stage and even extended sump versions, there is an HMD Kontro sealless pump that is perfect for your next project.

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ZEROLOSS FOR FURTHER FRAME SIZES HMD Kontro Sealless Pumps has expanded the ranges for its ZeroLoss™ containment shells to Frame l, ll and lll versions of its most popular sealless magnetic drive pumps.

Previous magnetic drive pump containment shells were made of metal, but the ZeroLoss Containment Shells are engineered from a composite material of poly-ether-etherketone (PEEK) and carbon fibre that was initially developed for military and aerospace equipment.

Five times lighter than steel but just as strong, the ZeroLoss Shell increases the pump’s reliability; provides greater efficiency; allows for temperature ranges from -40°C to +150°C; bolsters the pump’s resistance to thermal shock; and eliminates potential vapourisation of process

chemicals near the pump’s bearing.

As a result, ZeroLoss Containment Shells enable HMD Kontro sealless magnetic drive pumps to resist a wider range of volatile and heat sensitive chemicals, and endure the rigours of a wider range of process applications.

For further information please visit www.hmdkontro. com. Alternatively, please call +44(0) 1323 452000 or send an email to vince.lee@sundyne.com for product literature.

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PROPER FILTER OPERATION IMPROVES EFFICIENCY

n practice filtration is the recovery of a material that is either wanted so as to reuse it or unwanted so that it can be readily withdrawn from the system. It is the separation process where gas steam or liquid slurry is purified by the use of a filter.

Filters are the equipment used to achieve selective recovery of a certain component or compound from a mixture. That is accomplished when the material passes through a filter medium. The driving force across the medium could be the differential pressure between the medium or gravity or even the concentration, however there are factors such as the mechanism of operation of the system, the nature of material being handled, the

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size specification of filter medium, the operating condition (cycle, temperature, flow rate etc) and hydraulic properties of the fluid which affect the process.

The choice of a filter media is often very important as factors such as minimum propensity to bleed which is the ability to create solid bridge across its pores in less time, minimum propensity to blind that is the wedging of solids between the interstices of the pores should be less too, the minimum resistance to flow of filtrate, resistance to attack by corrosive tendency of the fluid being handled, and resistance to mechanical wear, etc.

Filters can be classified by their characteristic applications for example air filters, oil filters, flush filters, sand filters

etc or by their operational provisions such as rotary vacuum filters, or by design principle e.g. cake gravity, pressure and press filters and so no. Cake filters are such that accumulate appreciable visible quantities of filtered solids on the surface of the medium, pressure filters are those which operate under super-atmospheric pressure at the filtering surface and more or same at it downstream. Whereas gravity filters operate at the available hydrostatic pressure of the fluid above it, hydraulic filters combines the principles of filters and the hydraulic press, etc.

The filter media are manufactured from cotton, polymers, asbestos, glass, cellulose. metals, fabrics, refractories, ceramics, sands, particulate solids, etc. Apart from the media

One very good thing with filter is that no matter how big or small the size is, the basic principles are the same.

a filter aid also incorporated in most case to improve filter performance especially when filtrate clarity is required. It is mostly in the form of woven-metal or light textile material having low bulk density, very porous and with high degree for the formation of porous cake.

One very good thing with filter is that no matter how big or small the size is, the basic principles are the same. When you consider instrument air filter for example you will find them small in size unlike the rotary vacuum filter or the sand filters, but they all operated to get rid of impurity by passing across a medium of special specification.

Once more filter do not require rigorous operations. They are simply prepared, lined up and commissioned for operations except

when they are observed to be blocked by cake of impurities or the filtrates seems to be impure, then such filter are diverted to standby filters because in most cases process filters are provided with spares.

Filters are defined as equipment that are used to purify a material by physical process in which the component responsible for the impurity is selectively wedged by filter media so that the filtrate is recovered for use.

Filters are used mostly for air, gas, oil and liquid filtration. Sand filters are used for water treatment. Filters are located on the instrument air lines to the process control valve, on lube oil lines from lube oil pumps to the process, on the process stream lines

as well as on the water treatment lines.

Proper operational procedure of filters I am specific on the kind of filter to base our discussion on since there are so many types in used in the plant. However, we can as well treat different filter as the case may be.

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are flushed so as to prevent the possible chemical effect of the process fluid on the equipment or its parts. Chemical corrosion is the typical attack normally encountered on the seal material in use in pumps. Also, most flush material is either liquid paraffin or hydrocarbon of low viscosity selectively designed to give a clean clear wash. This discussion shall base on the paraffin flush filters. A typical example could be found in use on acid pumps.

Filter commissioning 1. Confirm that the filter is in good working condition.

2. Ensure that the flush materials is available and on line to the filter.

3. Line up the filter unit to be in service by diverting the flow line through the desired filter. Filter can be lined up in series or in parallel depending on the efficiency and operational provision.

4. Check and ensure that the filter differential pressure gauge tapped between it two ends is in place and in good working condition.

Filter differential is the parameter that describes the status of the filter at all times.

In some instance concentration change, increase in the thickness of cake deposit or even the conductive properties of filtrates are used as the driving force across filters.

5. Commission the filter by lining the isolation valves between the filter. Flush filter downstream valve is to be initially lined up before the upstream valve so as to prevent the septum from damage due to pressure build up. Therefore during shutdown the reverse is the case.

6. Confirm that the operating pressures as well as the differential pressure are normal.

Diverting filter flow Considering the lube oil and flush filter.

In such filter where provision is made for diversion due poor filter performance operators need to divert the process flow through the standby filter.

1. Line up the downstream valve of the standby filter to be commissioned.

2. Close the upstream valve of the filter in service and line up the upstream valve of the standby filter simultaneously.

3. Close the downstream valve of the filter initially in service when its pressure dropped. Then completely isolated it by double blocking its isolation valve.

The above causes are mostly applicable to flush filters. Lube oil filters are provided with diversion arms that direct the settings of the flow through the filters.

The arm is normally in the form of a handy valve built for that purpose. It is simply turned as described by design and labeled thereby. Operators should therefore be familiar with the diversion techniques labeled by the vendor.

Preparing filters for maintenance This shall be based on the maintenance procedure on the process filter e.g. rotary vacuum filters, sand filters and to some extent clay treaters. These are process equipment used directly in line unlike flush oil and air filter used on process utilities.

1. Mostly importantly make sure that the filter is isolated. Double blocking and spade blinding is required when any hot work is desired to be carried out on the filter. Spading is recommended where process flammable fluids are employed.

2. Drain out any hydrocarbon to the close system.

3. Open the vent and air purge to the atmosphere. However, flammables are to be flared until no traces are notice when work or entry is required.

4. Open the man ways and authorize entry when its safety is guaranteed.

These are only some of the basic maintenance preparation requirement for process filters found in diverse use.

Conclusion Different types of filters are installed in various locations of process plants which can be small in size like the instrument air filters, average in size like the flush filters and the lube oil filters, or large enough like the sand filters and rotary vacuum filters.

A very good thinking is to discover the operating procedure of each of them that is characteristically different. However, operators need not to border about filter maintenance as filters basic maintenance requirement is cleaning or replacement of the bulk media.

Filter efficiency is very important. This reduces the rate of cleaning as well as the frequency of switching of filters assembled in parallel during operations.

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Iris offers Efficiency Benefits Iris recognition provides the ultimate human identification system interfacing to today’s modern technologies and is the World’s most accurate biometric. Non-invasive and noncontact providing contamination free use.

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MOBIUS INSTITUTE BECOMES THE TOP VIBRATION ANALYSIS TRAINING ORGANIZATION AS IT SURPASSES 25,000 STUDENTS obius Institute Has Trained More Than 25,000 Vibration Analysts from 173 Countries Since Its ISO 18436 Category I - IV Classroom Training and Certification Commenced in 2005.

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Bainbridge Island, Washington – February 14, 2018 – Mobius Institute, the premier provider of vibration analysis and machine reliability training courses and products, today announced that it has reached another significant milestone; having now trained more than 25,000 vibration analysts since it began classroom vibration analysis courses in 2005. Mobius Institute is accredited to ISO 17024 and ISO 18436-1 and provides training and accredited certification according to ISO 18436-1 and ISO 18436-2 through its training centers in over 50 countries.

With nearly 3,800 students trained in the previous twelve months, Mobius continues its significant growth that it has experienced consistently since launching its classroom and online vibration training courses and accredited certification.

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Mobius Institute began delivering vibration analysis training in 1999 with the launch of its flagship computer-based training product; iLearnVibrationTM. In 2005, Mobius moved its vibration analysis training to the classroom. In 2012, Mobius Institute became accredited, being one of only three organizations that offer accredited certification worldwide.

The 25,000-student achievement only considers ISO 18436 Category I-IV vibration analyst training. It does not include the thousands of students successfully trained in reliability improvement, precision maintenance techniques and condition monitoring courses, non- certified vibration/ balancing/alignment courses, or individuals trained through Mobius computer-based training products.

“We are proud of the fact that we’ve taken the leadership role in vibration analysis training & certification, but most proud that we have helped so many people master the important field of vibration analysis” said Jason Tranter, founder and CEO, Mobius Institute.

“In the US and around the world, vibration analysts see the benefit of our training style which incorporates modern animations and software simulations, as they learn to understand these complex subjects.”

About Mobius Institute Mobius Institute is a worldwide provider of reliability improvement, condition monitoring and precision maintenance education to industrial plant managers, reliability engineers and condition monitoring specialists, allowing plants to be successful in implementing reliability improvement and condition monitoring programs. Mobius delivers training via public, in- plant and online education programs. Mobius’ key advantage is its unique training style that uses innovative 3D animations and software simulations, making complex topics easier to understand.

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Vibration Analysts; Worth their Weight in Gold Genuinely good vibration analysts are worth their weight in gold. But how do you create good vibration analysts?

AA good good vibration vibration analyst analyst provides provides an an early early warning warning of of faults, faults, with with aa clear clear statement statement of of what’s what’s wrong, wrong, what what must must be be done, done, and and the the urgency urgency of of the the required required action. action. Good Good vibration vibration analysts analysts are are accurate accurate and and confident. confident.

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The The difference difference is is in in the the unique unique way way we we train train them. them. In In the the old old days, days, with with “death-by-PowerPoint” “death-by-PowerPoint” presentations, presentations, the the analysts analysts just just had had to to take take the the word word of of the the instructor instructor - “I “I know know itit is is confusing, confusing, but but take take my my word word for for it, it, this this is is how how itit is is –– and and now now we we need need to to move move to to the the next next topic” topic” is is the the attitude attitude of of too too many many instructors. instructors. People People often often came came home home from from the the course course more more confused confused than than they they were were before. before. And And sadly, sadly, this this is is still still the the case case with with the the majority majority of of (non-Mobius) (non-Mobius) courses courses today. today.

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Mobius Mobius Institute Institute approved approved instructors instructors use use training training materials materials rich rich with with 3D 3D animations animations and and sophisticated sophisticated simulations simulations –– hundreds hundreds of of them! them! The The animations animations and and software software simulations simulations explain explain the the machinery machinery failure failure modes, modes, the the vibration vibration signals, signals, signal signal processing, processing, and and the the instrumentation. instrumentation. They They make make everything everything crystal crystal clear. clear.

To To achieve achieve the the best best possible possible results, results, without without extra extra charge, charge, students students attend attend online online training training before before the the course course to to get get them them up up to to speed speed –– they they get get so so much much more more out out of of the the live live

course. course. During During the the course, course, in in addition addition to to seeing seeing the the animations animations and and simulations, simulations, they they receive receive repeated repeated anonymous anonymous quizzes quizzes and and exam exam standard standard “worked “worked examples” examples” to to ensure ensure that that everyone everyone understands understands what what they they need need to to know. know. No No student student is is left left behind! behind!

And And that’s that’s the the real real difference. difference. Mobius Mobius students students understand understand the the machine, machine, the the failure failure modes, modes, the the root root causes, causes, the the vibration vibration patterns patterns and and analysis analysis techniques, techniques, and and the the analyzer; analyzer; they they are are not not just just forced forced to to remember. remember.

Since Since just just 2005, 2005, we we have have trained trained over over 25,000 25,000 people people from from 174 174 countries, countries, in in over over 20 20 languages, languages, according according to to the the ISO ISO 18436 18436 standards. standards. The The certification certification is is accredited accredited to to ISO ISO 17024.

17024. There There is is no no higher higher standard. standard. or e-mail e-mail So So please please visit visit www.mobiusinstitute.com www.mobiusinstitute.com or lorne.mcmurray@mobiusinstitute.com to learn where the next course will held. You may like to Google the Mobius Institute YouTube channel to see some of our training techniques in action.

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They They all all have have aa transformed transformed culture, culture, with with people people at at all all levels levels in in the the company company understanding understanding the the value value of of reliability reliability and and contributing contributing to to the the initiative. initiative. iLR iLR will will help help you you achieve achieve that. that. They They all all have have aa plan, plan, with with goals, goals, with with knowledgeable knowledgeable and and skilled skilled people people involved involved in in maintenance, maintenance, design, design, operation, operation, and and engineering. engineering. iLR iLR will will help help you you achieve achieve that. that.

What What is is iLearnReliability? iLearnReliability?

Imagine Imagine aa suite suite of of e-learning e-learning modules, modules, filled filled with with animations animations and and engaging engaging interactions, interactions, that that have have been been specifically specifically designed designed to to help help people people at at all all levels levels of of the the organization, organization, from from the the front-line front-line operators operators and and tradespeople tradespeople (with (with Toolbox Toolbox Talks), Talks), to to the the managers managers (with (with Manager Manager Briefings), Briefings), to to the the reliability reliability engineers, engineers, planners, planners, and and many many others others (with (with Program Program Management Management Training Training

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modules), modules), through through to to the the people people who who needs needs special special skills skills (with (with Skills Skills Training).

Training).

The The entire entire process process is is delivered delivered on-line on-line via via your your own own customized customized “Learning “Learning Management Management System”.

System”. ItIt is is affordable affordable to to ensure ensure that that you you can can train train everyone everyone –– because because you you really really do do need need to to train train everyone! everyone!

OK, OK, so so what’s what’s the the alternative? alternative?

You You could could pay pay consultants consultants to to fix fix your your problems problems –– but but that that often often ends ends up up being being expensive expensive and and ineffective. ineffective. You You have have to to take take responsibility responsibility and and ownership ownership of of this this process. process.

You You could could develop develop the the training training for for all all of of your your staff. staff. Do Do you you have have time time for for that that (or (or the the skills)? skills)?

You You could could have have someone someone come come in in and and train train everyone everyone once. once.

Those Those who who receive receive the the training training will will receive receive aa short-term short-term lift, lift, but but six-months six-months later later itit will will be be back back to to the the old old way way of of doing doing things. things.

Or Or you you could could start start aa small small vibration vibration program, program, add add some some other other technologies, technologies, tackle tackle aa few few issues issues like like shaft shaft alignment, alignment, lubrication, lubrication, and and so so on. on. You You will will benefit, benefit, but but itit will will be be aa fraction fraction of of what what is is possible. possible. No, No, you you need need to to engage engage everyone, everyone, train train everyone, everyone, and and then then update update that that training. training.

And And you you need need aa proven, proven, detailed detailed roadmap roadmap that that will will help help you you avoid avoid the the roadblocks roadblocks and and enjoy enjoy real real success. success. iLearnReliability iLearnReliability is is the the only only way way to to do do that. that. to learn learn Please Please visit visit www.mobiusinstitute.com/reliability www.mobiusinstitute.com/reliability to more, or e-mail dave.hupperich@mobiusinstitute.com.

You can join other leading companies across all industrial areas that are on their way to improving reliability in their plants.

TAKE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE OUTSIDE OF SHUTDOWN PERIODS FOR IMPROVED PRODUCTIVITY or many within manufacturing and heavy industry, ‘factory fortnight’ is the time of year when they can down tools and enjoy a well-earned rest. On the other hand, for maintenance managers and MRO teams it represents a period of long working days and a race against the clock to fix all the gremlins that have been identified over the past 12 months. But, what if you could schedule some of this maintenance work without halting production? To this end, Oilgear helps maintenance managers to spread the burden of maintenance throughout the year – reducing costs and improving productivity.

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Dave Atkinson, Service Centre Manager for Oilgear, explains how the company’s years of manufacturing experience help it offer flexible maintenance schedules.

Current research indicates that in the UK – and across Europe – the longstanding tradition of ‘factory fortnight’, during which manufacturing halts and maintenance and repair operations (MRO) are prioritised, is in decline. With Lean Manufacturing and Just-In-Time delivery growing in popularity it’s hardly surprising that many manufacturers find little opportunity to halt production all together. Many of these manufacturers now report that not only has gross productivity increased as a result of changing their habits, but annual maintenance costs are actually decreasing.

If every factory in the country shuts down for maintenance at the same time, the MRO supply can’t keep up with demand.

When demand for a service outstrips available supply, it is only natural, in a competitive economic environment, that prices increase. So, when a manufacturer moves away from the annual shutdown model, they are able to avoid the seasonal peak.

As simple as this maintenance strategy

may seem, there are many industries where it is simply impossible to continue with production while maintaining proper service intervals on vital equipment. Heavy industries such as metal production, power generation and defence work on lead time of months or years, so are unable to operate to lean principles. Here it can take a matter of days just to gain access to equipment in need of attention – so the factory shut-down period is vital.

With the pressure firmly on maintenance managers to schedule and source a year’s worth of MRO over a few short weeks, is there anything they can do to reduce the workload and avoid the inflated prices of the peak season?

Oilgear says yes.

Oilgear offers a pro-active maintenance service plan for parts and systems manufactured in-house, as well as components from all other leading manufacturers. This service includes remote condition monitoring, regular site visits and inspection, so its engineers are able to carry out predictive maintenance on parts that are approaching failure, but have not yet slowed down production. This service level would be expected of most high-quality Aftermarket Service Providers; however, Oilgear is also one of the world’s

best respected manufacturers of electrohydraulic systems, so can offer a further benefit.

Oilgear uses its vast experience as a manufacturer to provide maintenance services outside of the usual shutdown period. Offering substitute pumps or valves from stock to keep a customer system operating, while the problematic equipment is taken to the Oilgear workshop, allows the operator to benefit from off-peak maintenance costs, minimal engineering outlay, and a reduced burden of work when the inevitable shutdown period does occur. This plan improves the efficiency of the on-site maintenance team, provides system optimisation all year round and often gets production lines moving a few days earlier.

In today’s competitive, global economy, manufacturers need to find partners that can understand the pressures their business faces. Every extra day of available production, every hour of reduced maintenance and every minute of reduced unplanned downtime is vital.

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BONUT ENGINEERING LTD onut Engineering Ltd has been manufacturing engineering components in the UK since 1966. We are a well-known and trusted supplier to the fastener and general engineering industry of bolts and nuts, engineers studs, shaft collars, parallel keys, gib head keys, precision turned parts in stainless steel, high grade alloys and non-ferrous metals and also Dereve brand safety and pressure reducing valves in plastic, brass and stainless steel. Our experience of both the fastener and valve manufacturing businesses enables us to support our customers over a wide sector of Industry.

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We are an independent privately owned business, based in Stockport, Cheshire.

We have an integrated manufacturing and sales organisation which is focused on competitive friendly customer service and UK manufacturing capability which enables us to offer bespoke products at short notice.

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Our product accreditations and operational framework are based on: •

ISO9001 Quality Management System

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Member of the British Valve and Actuator Manufacturers Association (BVAA)

Our Dereve brand Pressure Reducing Valves are principally designed for use on WATER installations up to a capacity of 23 LPM (5GPM), and can also be used as AIR regulators. Our data sheet, which can be downloaded from the web site, contains full details of the products and the specifications we can supply to.

Dereve Safety Valves are certified to the requirements of Module D (Quality Assurance for Production, Final Inspection and Testing) of the Pressure Equipment Directive (97/23/EC) with Module B EC Type-Examination. The range covers DN06 to DN25 sizes with set pressures from 0.5 Bar to 56.8 Bar. Dereve Valves are supplied to the required set pressures, pre-set and individually tested with test certificates. The valves are made from Brass or Stainless Steel and are soft seated type. See our data sheet for further details. Please contact our sales team for current availability. Dereve Fusible Plugs are made to BS 1123: 2006 and are manufactured to traditional drawings and specifications which are now the property of Bonut Engineering Ltd. We recommend calling our sales team to check availability as we can provide most standard items and many special products on very short lead times. Most of the popular products are available on same day despatch.

Air Safety Valves DF range of safety valves available from 1/4” - 1” BSPT inlets.

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ROTARY VALVES FOR FOOD APPLICATIONS ortunately nearly all food product characteristics are easily managed within Rotary valves and the basic design of the valve can remain relatively simple without compromising hygiene and ease of use.

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Common product characteristics including being sticky and cohesive have a tendency to ‘build-up’ on the swept surfaces.

Most foodstuffs are biodegradable.

However, some do not post a hygiene risk as they represent or contain a sterlising or preserving agent; such products include sugar, salt and chocolate and a standard rotary valve construction only is required. Other products that have a long storage life, providing they remain dry, also do not require special features especially if they will be further processed by cooking. Flour and rice are typical examples. In all these cases unless there is corrosion risk, cast iron/carbon

steel would suffice, however most users now require stainless steel, as a matter of course.

High sensitivity materials such as baby food products and high fat milk powder require a higher degree of contact surface finish and integrity, often polished to a mirror finish.

Most food ingredients are potentially explosive in dust form and will be subject to the ATEX Directive.

Whenever a valve is required to act as a flame containment device, regardless of pressure condition or external environment, then it automatically becomes categorized as an Autonomous Safety System requiring certification of a Notified Body who must approve the technical file and manufacturing procedures, Email: sales@rotaval.co.uk Web: www.rotaval.co.uk

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