Process Engineering Control & Manufacturing - Issue 43 2020

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Rolls-Royce opens new facility in Bristol, UK to develop components for cleaner, quieter, more-efficient jet engines

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BROANMAIN PLASTICS Dorking-based Broanmain Plastics has appointed a new Managing Director. Jo Davis takes up the helm at the precision and technical plastics injection moulding company from January 2020, having led operations at the family business since 2018.

RPI UK RPI UK has installed two integrated rotor measurement and assembly platforms (iMAPs) at Atlanta-based Delta Airlines; the Rolls-Royce approved MRO facility.

BRILLOPAK Ergonomic PakStation eases Morrisons’ manual case loading pains

HOFFMAN GROUP A closer look at some of the most common myths surrounding Industry 4.0, as well as how it might benefit manufacturers.

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COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY HUB ROLLS ROYCE

Rolls-Royce opens new facility in Bristol, UK to develop components for cleaner, quieter, more-efficient jet engines A new Rolls-Royce facility which will develop jet engine technologies set to transform flight, reduce emissions and set new benchmarks for efficiency has opened in Bristol, UK. The composite technology hub will develop fan blades and fan cases which significantly reduce weight in a jet engine, lowering fuel consumption and emissions.

The fan blades and fan cases being made at the facility are a feature of the RollsRoyce UltraFan® engine demonstrator, a revolutionary new engine design which will reduce fuel burn and CO2 by at least 25% compared to the first Trent engine.

The new facility will use low-energy, very low emissions processes and features state-of-the-art automated manufacturing methods and materials. It will maximise the use of raw materials, reducing waste.

Rolls-Royce has pledged to achieve zero

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emissions at its operations and facilities by 2030*.

Rolls-Royce has a crucial role in the transition to a net zero carbon economy and has a three-part environmental approach: reducing the impact of existing technologies; pioneering electrification in aviation; and working with the industry to accelerate the use of sustainable fuels.

Alan Newby, Rolls-Royce, Director, Aerospace Technology and Future Programmes said: “This incredible new facility exemplifies our commitment to creating cleaner, more efficient forms of power. Our highly-skilled employees will use the latest technology, materials and manufacturing techniques to develop components that will contribute to lighter, quieter, more powerful jet engines with fewer emissions.”

This incredible new facility exemplifies our commitment to creating cleaner, more efficient forms of power.

The facility will focus on carbon-fibre composites, which are used in the aerospace industry to reduce weight significantly. The lighter an engine is, the less fuel it burns, creating fewer emissions. A Rolls-Royce fan system made with carbonfibre composites can save almost 700kg per aircraft, the equivalent of seven passengers and their luggage.

The fan blades are made by manufacturing techniques that build up hundreds of layers of carbon-fibre materials, pre-filled with state-of-the-art toughness-enhanced resin material. Heat and pressure are then applied, and each blade is finished with a thin titanium leading edge, which offers extreme protection against erosion, foreign objects and bird strikes.

It will benefit from manufacturing techniques that have been developed in partnership with the National Composites Centre in Bristol, and research conducted at the RollsRoyce University Technology Centre at the University of Bristol, as well as several other universities and research centres based in the UK and in Europe.

The facility has secured 150 jobs in Bristol.

An existing composite manufacturing technology facility, along with around

30 employees, has been transferred from the Isle of Wight. Since 2008, the UK Government has provided funding and support for Rolls-Royce composite technology research and development, including ÂŁ7.4m of funding to support the Isle of Wight facility. The equipment from here has been moved and developed further at the new facility in Bristol. *Excluding power generation and test operations.

From January, the facility will begin making fan blades and cases for the UltraFan demonstrator engine. The composite system for the UltraFan engine demonstrator is taking shape, and different parts have completed aerodynamic performance, birdstrike, containment, icing and water ingestion tests, as well as ground and flight testing.

Rolls-Royce has been involved in developing carbon-fibre technologies for several decades and already uses the material for parts within its engines. The new facility will take this technology to the next level.

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The Filter Press Co. Ltd

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The Filter Press Co. Ltd has been in business for quite a few years, working in the Effluent & Waste-Water Treatment, Aggregate & Mineral, Food & Beverage, Petro-Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Fine Chemicals Industries, supplying new and fully refurbished equipment for various processes, also breakdown repairs, planned maintenance contracts, consultation, upgrades & installations. We recently completed a full ‘turn-key’ project of a 1,000 ltr Solids Capacity, auto discharge Chamber Filter Press, as pictured above. This included the initial consultation, sample testing, particle analysis, to determine the requirements, automatic control system, hydraulics, process pumps, tank

Centrifuge Engineering Service Ltd has been in business for many years, working in the Petro-Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Fine Chemicals, Food & Beverage, Aggregate & Mineral, and Waste-Water Treatment Industries, supplying new and fully refurbished equipment for various processes, also breakdown repairs, planned maintenance contracts, consultation, upgrades & installations.

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We supply filtration systems in all sizes and configuration, including Chamber, Plate & Frame, Membrane, Dissolved Air Floatation ‘DAF’ Systems, and 316 St/St ‘Leak-free’ Filter Presses for the Wine & Beverage, Chemical and Pharma Industries. We can also supply all types of Filtration & Separation equipment for all types of industries, including Basket, Decanter, and Disc Stack Centrifuges, Nutsche Pressure Filters, Filter Presses, DAF systems and Filter Bag Equipment.

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We recently completed a total refurbishment of these Ferrum Centrifuges above for a regular customer of ours, including new drive system, hydraulics, pneumatics, process feed controller, critical dimension inspection, replacement bearing, seals and suspension, pickle

passivation of all stainless steel parts, and 2 pack epoxy painting following grit blasting.

We have various centrifuges in all sizes and configuration ready for refurbishing following discussions with our customers to find out exactly what they require the process to do, and more important to do it safely.

CES Ltd supply all types of Filtration & Separation equipment for all types of industries, including Basket, Decanter, and Disc Stack Centrifuges, Nutsche Pressure Filters, Filter Presses, DAF systems and Filter Bag Equipment.

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As with all Hydra-Cell pumps, these two new models feature a seal-less, packing free API674 design that eliminates leaks, hazards and the expense associated with seals and packing maintenance; lowering the cost of ownership and giving an extensively longer service life than other API674 competitive pumping technologies. With overall efficiencies of 90% the pumps are said to have a lower energy cost than centrifugal pumps and a far lower maintenance parts requirement than traditional plunger pumps.

These Hydra-Cell pumps can also operate with a closed or blocked suction line and run dry indefinitely without damage… conditions that will destroy the majority of other pumps.

The unique diaphragm design handles more abrasives with less wear than gear, screw or plunger pumps, reducing maintenance requirements while eliminating unplanned downtime and repair costs. Designed for use in oil and gas production these new pumps are also proving ideal for chemical and petrochemical process applications & high pressure cleaning systems.

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FASTER TOOLING & ASSEMBLY 3DPRINTUK

The extremes of additive manufacturing When Norway based Kongsberg Maritime, a specialist in technology for use in extreme conditions, was designing a chassis for a subsea measurement instrument, it turned to 3DPRINTUK to help with the manufacture of key components. MEPCA found out more.

Kongsberg Maritime is an international technology group working in the maritime, defence, aerospace and digital sectors.

Kongsberg is at the forefront of pushing technology in extreme conditions, so it comes as no surprise that additive manufacturing has a role in their design process. As additive manufacturing grows and becomes a viable, recognised option for producing custom parts with a finish close to injection moulded parts, more and more design engineers are exploring and adopting selective laser sintering (SLS) technology to produce innovative products. As a result of this growth, the more engineers demand from the technology, the more investment is made to advance the capabilities of the method.

Kongsberg Maritime delivers products and systems to merchant vessels and offshore installations for positioning, navigation, automation and handling systems, as well as products and systems for seabed surveying and monitoring, and fishing vessels and fisheries research. 3DPRINTUK specialise in low-volume production through additive manufacturing and in particular SLS. By 3D printing parts in SLS Nylon P12, and with very few restrictions in design, manufacturers can create components with reduced weight while maintaining strength. Users of the innovative method save on manufacturing costs thanks to material savings and assembly time reduction. In addition, clever design means that the number of components gets reduced and prototyping that used to take weeks can be done in days, in multiple variations, all branded with unique part numbers.

Robert Kovacs, Senior Subsea Design Engineer at Kongsberg Maritime approached 3DPRINTUK when they started a new project to design a chassis for a scientific subsea instrument used in underwater positioning

and mapping. “The part is a multi-functional product chassis, not just a simple bracket to join two things together. It has clever features and functionality that we would not get from a similar metal or injection moulded part,” explained Robert. “The chassis flexes extensively to allow a heat shrink sleeve to be placed around battery cells and a PCB, which simplifies assembly tremendously.

To secure the product during transport and handling, a tiny slide-bolt arrangement allows for a zip-tie to be inserted, again greatly saving handling time and reducing risk.”

Small printed extrusions act as standoffs, screw guides and screw anchors which make the whole assembly extremely rigid. Features such as these cost nothing during printing but save greatly on handling, assembly and repair. “Right from the start, deciding to 3D print this pivotal part in a new design meant that we were able to shrink the size of the product while integrating features and functionality that are simply not available

through other manufacturing methods,” continued Robert. Robert was also able to save money on the cost of other products by nesting parts.

As well as price breaks for higher quantities, 3DPRINTUK allow users to nest parts around one another to take advantage of any unused space. The smaller the space users take up within the printer, the less they are charged.

Summing up his experience of additive manufacturing, Robert concluded: “I believe that the biggest advantages when 3D printing parts are the time savings thanks to faster tooling and assembly, along with the ability to make far more intelligent parts. We would, of course, have these features and advantages if this part was injection moulded.

But it is not possible to make an injection mould tool with all these features in one part, as it has too many details and undercuts in too many different directions.”

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New power connector range allows rail manufacturers to design their own interconnect solution Smiths Interconnect, a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products, announced the release of the next generation of its modular Transformer Connector Range – Heavy Power Series, for on-board power applications within the rail market.

The Transformer Heavy Power Series employs a specialist do-it-yourself system based on the building block principle that allows manufacturers in the Railway industry to design their own interconnect solution by procuring the connector’s elementary piece parts. This translates into design flexibility and cost savings by reducing supply chain, cabling and maintenance costs, at the same time ensuring quick and flexible time to market. www.smithsinterconnect.com

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Meet power electronics, machines and drives experts at PEMD 2020 PEMD 2020 takes place in Nottingham on 21-23 April and has a huge programme of new power electronics, machines and drives content.

Three days of new research, results and practical work in the field will help you gain global insights and share knowledge at this one of a kind conference. You have the chance to hear over 250 technical papers from 47 countries, showing current research results and applications of improved or innovative technology.

You’ll make new connections and access worldwide developments that could help propel your work/research projects. Plus there are tutorials, a welcome reception and industry exhibition at no extra charge! www.theiet.org/pemd

F&R Products F&R Products Ltd, ISO 9001 and F-Gas certified, have in excess of 50 years’ experience in the manufacture and supply of all forms of industrial water cooling equipment.

We are also the UK agents for the Hyfra range of refrigerated water and oil chillers.

The products and services we are able to offer are:• Immersed coil in tank refrigerated water, oil or emulsion chillers • Packaged refrigerated water, oil or emulsion chillers • Dry air coolers • Adiabatic coolers • Pumping skids (closed or open loop) • Service/repair of all brands of industrial cooling equipment • Refrigerant checks (EU Directive 517/2014) • Refurbished chillers for sale or hire Email: sales@fandrproducts.co.uk Tel: 0044 (0)1823 663281 www.fandrproducts.co.uk

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COMPACT HIGH FLOW FMX VALVE

Coax valves UK are proud to introduce the new FMX range of compact, high flow, stainless steel externally controlled valves.

With a new unique seat arrangement gives greater flow than comparable valves: • Features of the valve include: • All wetted parts 304 stainless steel • Port sizes 3/8” bsp through to 11/4” bsp Normally closed and normally open functions available Pressure range 0-16 bar in either direction New design of endcap allows snap in mounting into manifold Reed switch sensing available FKM seals with PTFE seat as standard 3/2 pilot valve available with different electrical connections available Competitively priced Valves and accessories held in stock For further details contact John Osborn at john.osborn@coaxvalves.co.uk Visit website: www.fmx-valves.com

T H E C O M PA N Y O F E X C E L L E N C E Coler Supply Solutions (Intl) Limited is a UK based Company that have been involved in manufacturing for over 35 years.

We have recognised that the service needs of our customers are changing; as they are competing in an increasingly competitive global market.

We cater for this growing trend for Global procurement via our overseas manufacturing facilities, whilst still offering UK manufacture & supply when requested or indeed if this is the most cost effective business solution.

Our largest overseas facility is based in Wuxi in China (pictured overleaf) in which we have offices & have been successfully trading with for over 12 years.

This facility comprises 550 staff is fully accredited to ISO 9001, ISO14001 & are currently in the final stages of achieving TS16949.

We believe that our growth & success has been generated

by our vision of providing our customers with key manufacturing & procurement solutions often that they previously felt could only be completed in house or was indeed impossible. With this philosophy of building upon the firm foundations of good customer service in the key areas of competitive pricing, quality components & schedule adherence, we have realised this & hope to provide you with our engineered solutions for your engineering & procurement problems. +44(0)1827-712910 INFO@COLER. CO.UK Please see our new website at www.coler.co.uk

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THE MANUFACTURING DIVIDE SOLUTIONS PT

What the future will look like for those who don’t embrace digital transformation The business world is littered with companies that failed to keep pace with the changes required by digital innovation and have ceased to exist. In manufacturing, digitalisation is already threatening to create its own class system, with those who embrace digital transformation securing their long-term health, and those who ignore it, their demise. David Baskett, Technical Strategy Manager at SolutionsPT, looks at the manufacturing divide being created by digitalisation and imagines what the future will look like for those who don’t make the change.

The UK’s manufacturing industry has long needed a shot in the arm. Between low productivity, a scarcity of skilled employees and the long shadow cast by Brexit, positive news stories regarding UK manufacturing have been few and far between. Luckily, digitalisation is now offering British manufacturers a lifeline by promising transformational improvements from the factory floor to the supply chain.

Unfortunately, many manufacturers don’t seem to be in a rush to embrace it.

At a recent conference, ARC Advisory Group (ARC) cited research of 157 process manufacturers that found that there were still barriers in organisational accountability, culture and employee change management that impeded transformation. The research found that although more than 80% of industrial process manufacturers are piloting advanced technology, only 5% to 8% of them are ready for digital transformation today. In other words, manufacturers are not harnessing the Internet of Things (IoT), big data or artificial intelligence to meet the changing needs of their customers quickly enough. The question is: why not?

In many cases, the issue is a lack of digital-savvy leadership, low awareness of how to build an effective business case for the required investment and an inability to implement the technologies.

Other issues include cybersecurity fears, the challenges posed by legacy equipment and concerns about the disruption caused by change.

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The UK’s manufacturing industry has long needed a shot in the arm.

While these concerns are all understandable, refusing to take action is not an option. Unwillingness to innovate is a recipe for disaster and failure to evolve with the market can be fatal for companies.

Examples of businesses that ignored the digital revolution to their cost are everywhere – from Sony, who pioneered the Walkman only to lose the digital music war to Apple, to struggling retailer HMV’s failure to acknowledge and embrace e-commerce.

These technological advancements came in response to changing consumer demands.

Manufacturers used to be a step removed

from the consumer, but changes to the buyer journey have filtered down every part of the supply chain. Mass producing one product for millions of customers is increasingly rare; consumers want options, personalisation and customisation, and to do that in an industrial environment requires the technology to dynamically adjust production, dialling up and dialling down, while looking for efficiencies and monitoring maintenance requirements.

Digital transformation is key to achieving objectives like improving efficiency and quality, reducing costs and waste, and creating innovative products and services.

The benefits of digital transformation in the industrial sector include improving asset health and reducing unplanned downtime, and better asset performance and enhanced incident prediction capabilities that have the power to lower operational risk and protect worker safety.

Other new digital innovations available for manufacturers include Context Driven Interfaces, which increase efficiency and enable informed decision making;

Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning, which allow the automation of low skilled tasks; and IIOT devices that use sensor technology to deliver low cost sensing to drive efficiency without impacting control networks.

One good example of a company which has embraced digitalisation is Procter & Gamble with its “decision cockpits.” Acting on the need to empower employees at all

levels through data, it has created cockpits which take the form of real-time, one-stop screens displaying the current state of the business and any important trends.

This data is accessible to all employees at any time, helping them stay informed and engaged, enabling faster and more accurate decision making and delivering cost savings and operational efficiencies.

And Proctor & Gamble are not alone. BMW, Rolls Royce, Schneider Electric, Starbucks, Ikea and even Domino’s Pizza have all digitally transformed their business models to give themselves the competitive edge.

A recent report found that the early adoption of advanced digital technologies by the UK manufacturing sector could grow the UK economy by £455bn, create 175,000 new jobs, increase productivity and cut CO2 emissions over the next 10 years, so it’s easy to see why digitalisation has become such a key part of organisations’ industrial strategies.

It’s also easy to see how failure to act now will create a huge gulf between manufacturers in the next two to three years. Digitalisation cannot be delayed any longer; the potential of Industry 4.0 must be recognised now. It will play a key role in shaping and enabling the growth of the manufacturing industry in the years to come.

Email: david.baskett@solutionspt.com Phone: 0161 495 4600

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Bespoke humidity solutions Like many things in the modern world, lithium battery technology is changing all the time, and in quite dramatic ways.

With batteries, chemical components like lithium-ion, lithium iron phosphate, graphene and more, means you need a stable environment with less than 1% humidity, as these particular chemicals are highly sensitive to moisture.

On top of the safety concerns, keeping air moisture levels low is necessary to help achieve high levels of product yield, better quality control, energy efficiency, cycle life and even end storage capacity for every battery produced in the plant. In short, it might be the single most important element in creating a manufacturing space for lithium batteries.

Most battery manufacturers require that a room’s humidity/average moisture level be maintained as low as -40°C dew point (0.5% Relative Humidity at 72°F) and sometimes even lower.

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INCREASED DEMAND GOLD & WASSALL

Bespoke hinges growing in popularity The ever-growing demand for bespoke products is a challenge Gold & Wassall have accepted with enthusiasm. In the past 12 months G&W passed the landmark of producing their 250,000th unique hinge design, and with the aid of their expert design team and in-house toolroom, they show no signs of stopping there.

Sales Manager Scott Bareham commented; “Of course, we have our huge stock range of hinges – we stock approximately 50,000 hinges on average. However, we see increasing demand every day for bespoke hinges.

It doesn’t just come from one source – we expect this level of detail from our bigger customers – but we are seeing an increase in unique requirements from all corners of our customer base.

whereas we have the capability to product a tool specific to the hinge. This reduces labour costs and time significantly.

In the past 12 months G&W passed the landmark of producing their 250,000th unique hinge design Our in-house toolroom enables us to create almost any piercing pattern and crank pattern, as well as shaping and cut outs.

When it comes to bigger quantities it’s pretty labour intensive to be drilling and countersinking holes to a set pattern,

We now find ourselves adding all manner of fittings to hinges too - threaded studs, weld nuts, ball studs were once a rarity, now they are common on a lot of hinges.

Our bespoke service isn’t limited to simply the shape and size of the hinge, we are producing a wider variety of finishes to hinges than ever before. A recent project saw the exploration of laser engraving a powder coated hinge with the customer logo, which proved very successful.

Producing bespoke hinges is certainly one of our biggest strengths, and the everincreasing imagination of our customers is what keeps us on our toes on a daily basis.”

For further information, please visit www.goldwassallhinges.co.uk

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QUALITY HINGES FOR OVER 200 YEARS Gold & Wassall have been manufacturing hinges for over two centuries, so it’s safe to say we know what we’re doing. Our team of experts can design and manufacture almost any hinge, for any application. We have made upwards of 250,000 unique hinge designs, with more designs being drawn up each day.

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RECIPE FOR SUCCESS AEMT

A visit to Houghton International reveals people are the secrets to its success Thomas Marks, Secretary of AEMT, visits Houghton International in Newcastle-uponTyne. He speaks with Michael Mitten, the CEO, who is joined by Tiffany Scott, the Marketing and Business Development Director. They talk about the company’s latest service offering, the vision for the future and how it will be achieved.

Driven by the company’s core values, Houghton International has been expanding its business significantly over the last 5 years. Values such as protect and develop the workforce, deliver exceptional customer service, honesty, integrity and the use of innovation have proven to be the recipe for their success. So essential was it for the workforce to engage with the values, Tiffany organised for large boards emblazoned with the values to be erected all over Houghton International’s sites – you will even find them in the restrooms!

2020 VISION

Being a goal-orientated business, encouraging staff to meet the next set of targets was important. Back in the summer of 2014, Michael introduced an ambitious 5-year plan with an aim to increase turnover to £20 million by 2020.

Such an increase in growth would require considerable leadership and investment in both people and premises. As the business grew beyond the £5 million mark, a diverse leadership team would be required to manage the various facets of the business.

Key to the vision’s success was the workforce. Assembling all 65 employees for a presentation, Michael kicked off the project by explaining the company vision, and a plan on how it would be achieved.

At its core were the staff and their belief in the quality and expertise within the

Michael Mitten, CEO of Houghton International, with this year’s apprentice intakes.

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business. The expansion plan would require this talent to be developed as well as bringing in new expertise.

Having recruited some key positions, the management team was brought together at a team building day to discuss vision 2020 and how to achieve it. By talking about the objectives, they had been tasked with, the team were able to set milestones and make sure they had the tools to deliver them.

Organic growth The growth of the business has seen the addition of new premises including a large machine shop to handle electromechanical repairs up to 30 MW. More recently they’ve moved into vacant space at Newcastle’s CAP Works to expand their burgeoning pump business.

Driven by the company’s core values, Houghton International has been expanding its business significantly over the last 5 years.

Of the total workforce, 20% is at one stage or another of their apprenticeship, with the business usually taking on eight new apprentices per year.

For the more complex or high value projects, customers often come to the workshops to look at progress and audit the completed work. These visits are welcomed and this open-door approach ensures that the high standards of workmanship and cleanliness are always maintained.

Growth was achieved organically within the marketplace based on high levels of customer satisfaction and a confidence in their ability to take on a greater share of the market. Expanding the service offering to current customers to include pump services has proven a successful driver for growth.

Critical to this growth was the ability to attract and retain the people to deliver the work. As such a key objective for Houghton International is to become an employer of choice, regionally, nationally and internationally. Houghton International has been recognised in the top 10 employers in the North East for 2 years running. As part of this strategy a ‘Sharing Success’ campaign was developed to improve benefits and remuneration for the staff. Houghton International now employ over 150 people in the North East region, up from 65 in 2014.

exceeded its targets, meaning the expected bonus was more than two and a half times the original figure. The whole aim of the strategy is to include everyone and ensure they feel engaged and appreciated for their contribution. Part of the process is to ensure everyone understands the company values, the reasons for them and how to uphold them.

The integrity of the company is based entirely on that of its employees and Michael wanted to continue building the business with the same values that were established by his parents. This would include training new staff and expanding the knowledge and expertise of existing employees. Essential for the continued growth of the company.

SUPPORTING THE WORKFORCE

One objective is to be recognised as an excellent employer, locally, nationally and internationally. As the company continues

to grow, the overseas aspect will become more important. To gauge progress on this aspect of the expansion plan, an employee survey has been conducted each year to assess satisfaction within the workforce and to elicit suggestions for improvements.

82% of employees took part this year and of these, 97% stated that the company was a great place to work.

Interestingly, after one employee survey it became clear that although the workforce stood behind the company’s values, they remained ambiguous. How do we live by these values, and what do they really mean?! A team meeting developed the third essential part of the 2020 vision – the principles to which the team works. From then on, each decision made is challenged by the company’s values.

Of the total workforce, 20% is at one stage or another of their apprenticeship, with the business usually taking on eight new apprentices per year. They are encouraged to work in all areas of the company to give them a wide range of experiences.

Multi-skilled staff provide a more flexible workforce. This allows Houghton International to transfer more resources to larger projects when required and ensure projects are completed with minimal downtime.

EXPANDING SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

Central to the 2020 goal was investing in the talent and facilities required for delivery.

Firstly, the overall workforce needed to increase while developing their skills. The best way of expanding such a workforce is to take on apprentices and trainees who can learn from experienced engineers.

Encouraging the apprentices, trainees and the existing workforce was rooted in the new Sharing Success bonus scheme.

Designed to improve performance it has proven important for maintaining morale and achieving the company’s goals. Based on last year’s figures, the company far

The HV coil shop is another important facet to Houghton International which has helped diversify and develop the business overseas.

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GAINING TRACTION

The core business at Houghton International has centred on the repair and rewinding of electrical motors and generators. This business has grown to include traction motors, commutators, alternators, fan units and other auxiliary equipment. The expansion into the rail sector has brought many advantages; not least new processes and testing facilities to ensure the best possible solutions, backed up by precision engineering.

In the rail industry, it is difficult to become established as a recognised supplier.

The strategy developed by Houghton International has aided the development of many contracts throughout the industry.

Today, the rail division is recognised by the Railway Industry Supplier Approval Scheme (RISAS). In particular, the company’s unique HiTRANS patented transient dynamic test process has received praise. Designed to simulate full load conditions for motor alternator (MA) sets, it ensures that assets returned to customers will run without any issues when reinstalled.

EXPANDING INTO PUMPS

More recently, the company has diversified further into larger and more complex pumps. Enabled by acquiring considerable pump expertise within the management and workforce. The potential within this market is huge, not only with existing customers, who already appreciate the value Houghton International can deliver, but also with new clients.

Houghton International has also invested in all the design and reverse engineering tools, including a 3D scanner, necessary for comprehensive pump repair solutions. With so many new technologies and materials available, they can create improved pump designs to legacy equipment for better performance and efficiency.

Modern reverse engineering capabilities create new components that have been designed using the latest 3D CAD and analysis tools to model flows. The result is improved reliability and efficiency, which

The growth of the business has seen the addition of new premises including a large machine shop to handle electromechanical repairs up to 30 MW

The expansion into the rail sector has brought many advantages; not least new processes and testing facilities to ensure the best possible solutions, backed up by precision engineering. helps to reduce power consumption and running costs. The Houghton International ethos to improve the performance of existing assets, reduce expenditure and add value for the customer, has transferred successfully to the new pump division. In just the second year of working on pumps, this division will turn over £1.5 million, endorsing the approach that is still being used to support company growth.

Improving sustainability.

Today, sustainability is a very important issue and the repair and refurbishment of assets is vital to reducing industry’s carbon footprint. Reusing as many components as possible helps to reduce waste while improving reliability and performance at the same time.

In Michael’s view, the whole industry, with the help of the AEMT, needs to do more to encourage the circular economy and promote the reuse and repair of assets.

AEMT MEMBERSHIP

The introduction of any new concept or technology requires pressure in the early stages to encourage their adoption. This process is helped by organisations, such as the AEMT, who promote the advantages and discuss the challenges. Industry 4.0 is a good example where technology has reached such a point that it is able to deliver benefits to industry as a whole, but the number of individuals actually investing in it was small in the initial years.

As the advantages become more wellknown, so more and more people take the plunge. Eventually, you reach a point where those who have yet to adopt the new technology are in the minority but also losing ground to those who already made the decision to invest and streamline their processes. As an AEMT member, Houghton International maintains its

connections with its industry peers. The Journal offers a great communication channel while events, such as the awards evening, play an important role in recognising those members that have made significant contributions to the industry and those working in it.

The AEMT also offers support to members in gaining new accreditations and training in specialist disciplines such as hazardous areas. The association has considerable influence on industry standards where members can have their views represented.

By bringing together such a large collection of expertise and industry experience, the association offers considerable advantages to suppliers and customers alike.

MOVING FORWARD

As we head into 2020, the next five-year plan is being drawn up. Consolidating the existing organisation and aiming to always improve the quality of service delivered to customers are the primary aims. Keeping sight of the company’s core values and principles while working with integrity and transparency ensures every employee will be working towards the next set of goals.

In terms of the marketplace, the potential for expansion remains high. The number of electric vehicles is increasing as the world is starting to see the benefits of them. The next step will be to establish who repairs these electric motors to the required standards. The most obvious choice would be a company that has decades of experience in the field of electric motor maintenance.

By continuing to deliver the advantages of sustainability through repair and remanufacturing, Houghton International will help every customer to reduce operational costs while minimising the consumption of resources.

For further information, please visit www.theaemt.com

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E/M Coating Services www.emcoatingsuk.co.uk COMPANY PROFILE At the forefront of the latest designs, materials and technologies, E/M Coating Services pride themselves on offering high quality coating applications and processes to improve performance and extend the life of critical components and fabrications of all shapes and sizes for a wide range of industrial sectors. With specialised facilities we are able to design and manufacture bespoke coating systems and have in-house NACE Level 3 trained Inspectors.

Quality is at the heart of our business and we operate under the highest quality control procedures including AS9100 Rev C, NADCAP, ISO9001/9008 and NACE.

New Anti-Corrosion Coating for Rare Earth Magnets Neodymium Iron Boron magnets are utilised in a wide number of industries, including the highly demanding wind turbine industry.

A multitude of these magnets are bonded together to increase the overall level of magnetism. This process leads to two potential issues: Firstly, any adhesive or coating between the magnets acts as an air gap and thus reduces the level of magnetism and secondly NdFeB magnets corrode extremely aggressively. This corrosion issue is exacerbated by the environmental conditions that the wind turbines face.

The corrosion mechanism for NdFeB magnets is detailed in Figure 1. This shows that when exposed to water or humid conditions, the Neodymium rich layers at the grain boundaries react to form Neodymium Hydroxide. The effect of this conversion from Nd to Nd(OH)3, is a large

volume increase along the grain boundaries, leading to cracking and degradation of magnet properties.

Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies (CWST) has been working on a solution to these issues. This involved developing a high grade anti-corrosion coating with minimal coat thickness (effective air gap).

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STRATEGIC SUCCESSION PLAN BROANMAIN PLASTICS

Precision engineering firm appoints first female MD Dorking-based Broanmain Plastics has appointed a new Managing Director. Jo Davis takes up the helm at the precision and technical plastics injection moulding company from January 2020, having led operations at the family business since 2018.

Jo’s appointment forms part of the company’s strategic succession plan, which involves investing in a more diverse workforce from shop floor to boardroom.

Since taking on the role of Operations Director, Jo has cemented the company’s industry reputation as a skills champion and an investor in employee welllbeing.

Incumbent MD Wilf Davis is moving into the role of Chair, maintaining his strategic interest in company’s direction and governance, which his family founded more than 60 years ago.

As part of the restructure, Thomas Catinat has been promoted internally to operations manager, taking on the responsibility of production and overseeing quality assurance and the tool room. Kamil Stec has also been named tool room manager having just completed his engineering apprenticeship with the firm.

Commenting on her appointment as MD, Jo said: “We have a fantastically talented team here at Broanmain. In the past year we have won a number of exciting new projects, production and tooling contracts.

With the teams’ support, we will continue to assist our growing customer base and building on our strong reputation for service and moulding innovation in the electronics, precision optics, automotive, medical and consumer sectors.”

Thomas will report directly into Jo, managing the 30 strong production, aftermoulding, assembly, quality, stores and tool room teams. Commenting on what this means for customers, Thomas said: “The number of clients we serve has been growing for several years now. We have made a number of changes internally, streamlining production, investing in machinery and reorganising the toolroom.

Now, having a single reporting line across

Effective January 2020, Jo Davis is the new managing director at Broanmain Plastics all operations at the two sites will make us even more efficient, multi-skilled and responsive to our customer’s manufacturing requirements and prototype projects.”

Having already embarked on a significant expansion of its mass-manufacturing production facility with the acquisition of a fully-operational moulding site on the Surrey/Sussex borders late 2018, for the past 12-months Jo and the team have concentrated on streamlining operations, cross-skilling staff across the two sites and building a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. The heightened professionalism and enthusiasm has been noted by a number of existing and new customers, including Specac who awarded Broanmain their New Supplier of 2019 accolade.

Excited about what the future holds for the company, Jo reaffirms her call for greater diversity in plastics engineering. In the last few years Broanmain has continued to push the parameters. The company’s approach to recruitment, reward and recognition, training and development, employee wellbeing and succession planning resulted in them being shortlisted for a Plastic Industry Award in 2018. “More importantly,

Broanmain has a strong and loyal team in place to ensure customers receive service continuity. This is especially important for complex tooling and moulding validation projects, as customers like the assurance that they are dealing with people who truly understand their business and what they are trying to accomplish,” adds Jo. As MD, Jo believes that the company’s recent investment in machinery and personnel is giving customers greater confidence to switch suppliers and move overseas moulding to the UK. Reporting that the majority of customers they work with have UK-based production lines, she notes that many have re-evaluated their component supply chain in recent years to better-guarantee delivery reliability.

Much of the company’s long-term succession planning has been drawn from Jo’s previous experience in commercial law, predominantly litigation and employment law, to ensure Broanmain continued to invest in its people’s development. Thomas and Kamil’s recent promotions are testament to this. Since Jo joined the company in 2001, turnover at Broanmain Plastics has more than doubled.

For further information, please visit www.broanmainplastics.co.uk

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PRECISION POSITIONING DEVICES RPI UK

Delta Airlines installs two RPI turbine rotor assembly systems RPI UK has installed two integrated rotor measurement and assembly platforms (iMAPs) at Atlanta-based Delta Airlines; the Rolls-Royce approved MRO facility.

RPI is the world’s leading specialist developer and manufacturer of precision positioning devices for high accuracy rotary and angular inspection systems. The Atlanta-based Delta Airlines facility carry out maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of all Rolls-Royce Trent engines in the United States.

Wyvern Industrial Technology LLC (RPI’s USA distributor) and Paris Mountain Consulting (RPI’s USA technical software support provider) were on hand to assist with the installation. Going forward, both companies will provide Delta with after sales service.

In addition to the iMAPs, RPI has also supplied Delta with Trent series 03 and 04 module tooling sets significantly reducing set up times and helping to improve the overall performance of the measurement process.

Jim Palmer, RPI’s sales manager, said: “We’ve been working with Rolls-Royce for over 30 years so it’s great news that both Rolls-Royce and Delta - their approved MRO facility, are choosing to invest in iMAP which has been independently verified to give significant operational improvements over traditional measurement methods.”

“With world-class accuracy, our iMAP machine achieves higher levels of quality while helping our customers save money and resources. This is achieved by significantly reducing inspection times and the need for costly rotor teardowns due to inefficient rotor assembly optimisation.”

RPI’s iMAP is proven to reduce inspection times by 90% and improve gauge repeatability and reproducibility by up to 10 times. The technology is used by Delta after the engines are dismantled, to inspect each individual section of the engine for cracks, wear and distortion.

Measurements are taken by AccuScan

reducing process times to just two minutes; a significant time saving compared with other available methods.

With world-class accuracy, our iMAP machine achieves higher levels of quality while helping our customers save money and resources. to check the components geometry meet their original and regional board specifications as part of the stringent MRO process.

Once the components have been approved, repaired or replaced, the iMAP is used for engine assembly to ensure alignment and concentricity is correct and balanced as each section is rebuilt. iMAP’s data acquisition software AccuScan enables measurement of up to 4,000 data points on up to eight surfaces simultaneously per revolution, thereby

This significantly improved inspection data is then used by the Rotor Stacking software to optimise the assembly of each component relevant to its neighbour to achieve minimum runout or unbalance of the finished rotor. This technology is absolutely fundamental to ensure the operational quality of the engine entering back into service, for optimal reduction in vibration, greater fuel efficiency and longer service intervals.

Specifically designed to inspect large and heavy components, RPI’s iMAP machines are fully compatible with any shop floor environment whilst maintaining world class accuracies more commonly seen in the standards laboratory.

Combining a motorised high precision air bearing rotary axis, rigid column unit, anti-vibration granite base and AccuScan multi-channel circular geometry inspection software, IMAP is the definitive system for productivity improvement in turbine rotor assembly.

For further information, please visit www.rpiuk.com

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Tricor PRO Plus Series

The new Tricor PRO Plus Series of Coriolis Mass Flow Meters is an accurate and highly repeatable meter with the smallest installation length on the market for installation into systems where space is limited. The TCD transmitter offers greater robustness, performance, diagnostics, and connectivity options. With a modern HMI interface and excellent logging functionality, the DSP transmitters provide users with an efficient configuration and analysis tool.

PRO Plus Series Features: • High dosing accuracy due to short response time (max. 10 ms)

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• 100 Hz refresh rate makes this series suitable for pump monitoring and fast response control • Extremely short installation length makes for an easy fit in most configurations • Excellent zero stability for drift-free accuracy and longterm reading assurance • Extensive diagnostics and self-monitoring, including empty pipe detection Sizes from ½” to 2”. Available for Litre Meter, call 01296 670200, now.

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Offering UK wide national coverage, our dedicated installation & project management teams will support any client requirement. Our solutions range from small convenience operations through to Distribution centre scale cold rooms & chambers.

Working closely with our other group businesses, we can support the delivery of the plant, cold room, and associated

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Our teams also install clean rooms, laboratory testing rooms, mortuaries as well as providing fire cladding and compartmentation to new and existing properties.

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IPR STATUS ACHIEVED SMB BEARINGS

Non-EU customers benefit from duty free goods

Specialist bearing supplier, SMB Bearings has successfully gained Inward Process Relief (IPR) approval. Under UK law, goods imported from outside the EU are usually subject to customs duty and VAT, even if the products are sent to non-EU customers.

However, an IPR authorisation allows businesses to obtain relief from these duties, if the goods are imported to the UK but are destined for re-exportation to a nonEU customer.

We’re delighted to pass this financial benefit on to our non-EU customers, who can take advantage of our costeffective goods.

To claim under IPR, a business must be authorised by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Companies can apply for approval status from HMRC, specifying the types of goods and estimated quantities that they wish to be exempt from charges. Goods are brought into the UK with import duties and VAT suspended before the goods are processed and re-exported. Processing may take the form of re-packing and re-marking or re-lubrication. To remain as efficient as possible, SMB Bearings has opted to apply for full approval status, instead of the simplified IPR procedure which only allows three IPR imports per year.

“Under Customs’ IPR agreement, our customers can now benefit from the relief of import duty on bearings from our suppliers in China for example, if they are subsequently re-exported outside the EU. We’re delighted to pass this financial benefit on to our non-EU customers, who can take advantage of our cost-effective goods,” explained Chris Johnson, managing director of SMB Bearings. “We have decided to

handle this process ourselves, rather than using a third party. This keeps costs down and allows us to transfer the maximum benefits on to our customers.

“We’re well known as an authorised UK distributor of EZO brand miniature bearings, manufactured in Japan. With IPR approved status, our non-EU miniature bearings customers can benefit from having access to our global network of bearing manufacturers, at a reasonable cost.”

SMB has customers in countries including Thailand, Dominican Republic, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong and Mexico. Existing and new customers in non-EU regions will be able to benefit from SMB’s range of duty-free bearing products.

More information about SMB Bearings’ full bearing range can be found on the company’s website. For technical advice about bearings for specific applications, call the team directly on +44 (0) 1993 842 555 or e-mail sales@smbbearings.com.

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RMIG is the world’s largest manufacturer and supplier of perforated metal and its related products.

We know our customers’ requirements for price and quality and meet their demands with uncompromising service.

Not only do we offer standard and bespoke perforated metal sheets, we are able to offer you a range of secondary operations as detailed below.

Complete solutions With a continued investment in the latest equipment and a network of professional partners we are able to produce prime quality products and solutions – from a simple perforated sheet to the fully formed and coated custom made part.

Cutting We can cut and shape perforated sheet to meet the needs of your final application.

Levelling For some applications a high degree of flatness is required, we have processes in place to ensure our perforated coils and sheets meet with your most demanding requirements.

Rolling and forming We can roll, bend and form perforated sheets to match your design.

Aesthetic finishes and protective coating We can offer powder coating and hot dip galvanizing solutions to meet your specifications.

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ELMERIDGE CABLES LIMITED PRODUCTS & CAPABILITIES Elmeridge Cables Limited (ECL) have been a market leader in the production and distribution of custom-made cables for over 30 years, designing and supplying a wide range of stock and specialist cables to a growing worldwide market.

Our expertise and technical knowledge have helped companies within the following industry sectors: - Underwater marine and offshore - Pumps and sensors - Oil and gas - Pipes and drain inspection - Cranes and ports - Diving, fish farming and fisheries - Medical - Railways and signalling …and many other unique applications.

to 140mm and with up to five layers of steel wire armour. The cable comes in lengths of up to 8000 metres, fully pressure tested to 6000 metres.

Added to this list are our three compounds for termite-proof cables, along with a rodent-proof cable for the rail industry.

ECL also supply seismic cables, deepsea mining cables (including 3.5kV, 4.5kV and 6kV), ‘hairy fairing’ cables, bladed fairing (which can be supplied pre-terminated), ROV cables, tether cables, deep trenching cables and many others.

Depending on the product and quantity, our lead-times vary but we advise 6-8 weeks from order to delivery.

We are proud to have developed some highly successful products, including our very own compound for the subsea industry known as ‘Supreme Polyurethane’. This compound is hydrolysis resistant, UV and abrasion resistant, and is incredibly tough whilst still remaining flexible.

At ECL, we have an excellent understanding of what our customers require and we continue to help until it is achieved.

Our reputation is built on quality and value - Think Cable, Think Quality, Think Elmeridge. www.elmeridge.com info@elmeridge.com +44 (0)1273 391810

Our product range and capabilities are ever growing. We have recently added cables with an outside diameter of up

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MACH 2020 SHOW PREVIEW

THE ROAD TO SUCCESS MACH

HVM Catapult Trail is the go-to place at MACH 2020 The High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult is the go-to place for manufacturing technologies in the UK, supporting organisations of all sizes in their success. MACH 2020 is pleased to announce that the HVM Catapult will be exhibiting at the UK’s national manufacturing showcase this April.

Their Catapult Trail, consisting of four stands across the exhibition, will demonstrate how they can help companies harness key Industry 4.0 technologies to improve their bottom line. All seven of the HVM Catapult’s world-leading centres of innovation will be on display along the trail, with special features on the future of machining, additive manufacturing, digitalisation and automation.

With the continued push in the sector towards (near) netshape manufacturing, the Manufacturing Technology Centre’s (MTC) expertise in additive manufacturing will be on show, with a cutting-edge carbon fibre printer producing components throughout the event.

Making their way along the trail to the Advanced Forming Research Centre’s (AFRC) stand, visitors can then discuss Machining 4.0. This is an Intereg-funded project for SMEs to innovate with new machining technologies, including hybrid systems.

To complete your journey along the supply chain, the Catapult Trail ends with the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre’s

Since 2011, the HVM Catapult has worked with thousands of companies of all sizes to raise their game through innovation.

(AMRC) display of their automation and digitalisation capabilities. On the stand, you’ll see an eye-catching Caterham sports car which forms the centrepiece of their ELLI (ELectrification and Lightweighting in Industry 4.0) project. Their demos will tie into an overarching Digital Twin, providing real time manufacturing data.

Dick Elsy, Chief Executive of the HVM Catapult, said: “Since 2011, the HVM Catapult has worked with thousands of companies of all sizes to raise their game through innovation. It’s right that we are part of MACH 2020 to connect with more manufacturers we can help along the road to success.

Our team of specialists will be on hand across the Catapult Trail to help you achieve step-change in your company’s performance.”

James Selka, MTA, CEO, said “This is a fantastic addition to MACH 2020 and another good reason to attend the UK’s national manufacturing exhibition. We’re so pleased to have such strong support

from the HVM Catapult network, they play an integral role in ensure UK firms adapt to new technologies and help improve productivity.”

MACH 2020 will take place from 20th to 24th April 2020 at the NEC in Birmingham and you can find the Catapult Trail across the event. Their stands are located in: HVM Catapult – Hall 6, Stand 622 AFRC - Hall 6, Stand 520 AMRC - Hall 6, Stand 810 MTC - Hall 17, Stand 602

Visitor registration is now open at www.machexhibition.com

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Cross+Morse Invests For The Future Cross+Morse is proud to announce their latest machine acquisition; a Hurco VM30i Vertical Machining centre; which includes a 4th axis and dual screen monitors. The VM30i is at the cutting edge of technology minimizing setup and programming time with touch screen capability, part probing, conversational programming and wifi connectivity.

DXF files can be transferred from within our CAD software, Autodesk® Inventor®, directly to the VM30i saving time and enabling the machine operator to create programs in situ. Remote offline programming can be done using the Winmax® software and these programs are then transferred via wifi to the VM30i. This machine fits perfectly into the machining capacity of Cross+Morse as it bridges the gap between turning and gearcutting.

This machine maintains the highest possible quality levels of Cross+Morse meeting the requirements set out in ISO9001 for continuous development. Mike Scudamore, Commercial Director at Cross+Morse, stated “this machine ensures that our highly experienced and skilled staff has the latest technology to support them.

We at Cross+Morse are committed to improving our machining capabilities and maintain our reputation as one of the UK’s premier suppliers of specially manufactured sprockets, pulleys, racks and gears.”

www.crossmorse.com

Cross+Morse

Power Transmission Manufacturing Specialists ◊ Manufacturing up to 1450mm diameter

Since 1984

◊ Turning - CNC lathes, Vertical Machining Centre ◊ Gear Cutting - Hobbing, Planing, Shaping Gears ◊ Bevel Gears, Helical, External & Internal cut Gears ◊ Rack Shaping, Broaching, Keywaying ◊ Vertical Boring, Centreless & Rotary Grinding ◊ Bore Honing ◊ Induction Hardening

◊ Drilling & Tapping ◊ Large stocks of Transmission Drive components ◊ CAD - CAM Design & Development ◊ ISO 9001 : 2015

Yes we can make it.

Cross + Morse. Shady Lane, Great Barr. Birmingham. B44 9EU sales@crossmorse.com Tel: +44 (0)121 360 0155 Fax: +44 (0)121 325 1079 www.CrossMorse.com

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Seiki AIR â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Next generation manufacturing software product launch at MACH Seiki Systems will be showcasing the next generation browser-based version of its established manufacturing operations management software, Seiki AIR, for the first time at MACH 2020. In addition to the currently available Seiki AIR WIP Booking and Monitoring modules, Seiki AIR Jobpack DNC will be officially launched at MACH, completing the full suite of manufacturing execution software modules. Seiki AIR delivers a host of new features, live data capture and display options that provide users with the best tools for an integrated, collaborative and controlled approach to the production process. Exciting new features include a digital batch card, weekly order promise screen, first off inspection traceability, user notification controls, administration of parts and operations and performance dashboards on the shop floor.

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EVAPORATIVE COOLING SEELEY INTERNATIONAL

The cost-effective cooling technology for industrial and commercial spaces Seeley International is a 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 workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; morale and productivity, as well as on their health. In all these examples, Evaporative Cooling could be the right solution.

They use water to cool the air instead of any sort of chemical refrigerants.

Evaporative air cooling uses up to 84% less energy than conventional air conditioning units performing the same duty in a location like Birmingham.

That all adds up to very responsible environmental and energy saving characteristics.

In addition to this, no matter how hot it gets outside, evaporative coolers use the same amount of power and still deliver 100% fresh, cool air inside. This is in direct contrast to refrigerated systems, which require increasing amounts of power as outside temperatures rise. Evaporative coolersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cost-saving capabilities actually increase, when the heat is at its highest.

Moreover, evaporative coolers use 100% fresh air from outside, never recirculating indoor air, like traditional air conditioning units. For this reason, doors or windows must be left open for this air to escape, or extract 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. Furthermore, evaporative air coolers actually filter the incoming air, removing most airborne dust and pollen particles. The wet cooling pads trap most of these particles, which are washed down into the sump by the circulating water.

Visit us our stand at MACH exhibition, Stand 14 Hall 7.

Evaporative coolers use 100% fresh air from outside, never recirculating indoor air, like traditional air conditioning units Discover our products & technology by browsing www.seeleyinternational.com

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Industrial & Commercial evaporative cooling solutions Green technology

Provides high indoor air quality

Low running costs

Easy maintenance

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Visit us at MACH Show Hall 7 Stand 14

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THE WG20 MOTOR SERIES WEG

Energy saving motors to exhibit at MACH 2020 Leading mechanical equipment manufacturer, WEG, will exhibit its extensive range of motors, drives and soft starters at MACH 2020 in Hall 7, booth 727. As the UK’s largest manufacturing show, MACH is held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham from Monday April 20 to Saturday April 25, 2020.

At the show, WEG will exhibit the WG20 motor series, the first geared motor range to be entirely developed in-house at WEG. Comprising helical, parallel shaft and helical bevel gear units, the model boast torques between 50 and 18,000 Nm. Manufactured with a light aluminium housing, the WG20 motor delivers high efficiency performance, without compromising on its sophisticated design.

In fact, the cleverly designed aluminium housing of the WG20 motor enhances its energy efficiency. By improving heat conductivity, the housing encourages heat dissipation from the motors internal parts and prolongs its lifespan.

WEG will also exhibit the W22 3 phase motor. This motor range has been developed to provide high levels of performance while also delivering maximum energy efficiency. The motor includes a newly developed cooling system, which has been redesigned to provide improved air flow through the motors frame to maintain a low operational temperature.

A range of W22 motors for standard use, as well as the W22Xd for use in explosive atmospheres will be showcased at the stand. For customers seeking motors for aggressive applications, WEG representatives will be available to explain how the intelligent design features of the W22Xd, such as the exclusive bearing sealing system, makes it an ideal product for these environments.

Redesigned end shields have also been introduced to reduce bearing operating temperatures and therefore decrease the frequency of re-lubrication.

The W22Xd version has evolved specifically for deployment in explosive atmospheres. Building on the same design concepts as the successful W22, the W22Xd encompasses a new frame design, which ensures higher mechanical stiffness.

“Manufacturers are increasingly looking for ways to improve the energy efficiency of their facilities — and many machine builders will be seeking products to achieve this during their visit to MACH 2020,” explained Marek Lukaszczyk, European marketing manager at WEG. “WEG’s range of industrial motors ensures factories can achieve their ambitious efficiency goals, without compromising on the performance of their equipment or dramatically increasing costs.

“In fact, the WG20 geared motor provides an optimal programme for lowering operational costs. Due to the standard mounting dimensions, users benefit from easy interchangeability without the need for system conversion. Moreover, the WG20 can be switched to different voltages around the world and meets many certifications for international markets.”

Alongside the WG20 and W22 motor series, WEG will also exhibit products from its extensive range of drives and soft starters. Please visit Hall 7, booth 727 at MACH 2020 for a demonstration, or arrange a meeting in advance by contacting info-uk@weg.net.

For further information, please visit www.weg.net

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WG20 Geared motor range available up to 18,000Nm with either IE3 or IE4 efficient motors Designed with standard mounting dimensions, the geared motor is easy to install and perfect for replacing existing units.

WG20 is compact, efficient and robust.

Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it time you considered changing gear?

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LASER SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS TLM LASER

TLM Showcase Multiple Laser Technologies At MACH 2020 MACH is one of the UK’s premier events for promoting engineering based manufacturing technologies. This year, TLM Laser will use MACH as the venue to showcase a series of different laser technologies, ranging from welding, cutting, marking and cleaning, each of which is capable of delivering significant benefits to manufacturers across multiple sectors.

As one of the UK’s leading laser technology suppliers, Bromsgrove based TLM Laser are UK and Ireland distributors for a comprehensive range of prestigious laser technology brands.

Systems being showcased this year will include an example of FOBA Laser’s M200 laser marking system with MOSAIC ™. This fixtureless marking concept uses throughthe-lens vision, combined with a process of “tiling” the images of the part. The camera is used to capture multiple small images and then arranges them into a single large image, just like a mosaic.

This image is then used for system training, job setup, part validation, pre-mark verification and mark alignment. The natural straight-down view from inside the laser provides an imaging field as large as that of the laser marking area. The benefit of this configuration is that it eliminates the need for external cameras, which can sometimes cause inaccuracies due to perspective and optical distortion.

The benefits and flexibility offered by mobile laser welding systems, where the laser can be brought to the workpiece, or indeed the workpiece to the laser, can be seen in the example of an ALPHA Laser ALM250, which will be available to view on the TLM stand this year. This example from the range is ideally suited to a variety of applications, including mould tool repair where in many cases, it is not necessary to remove the mould.

The laser can be made ready for use in just minutes, with the laser arm quickly positioned and fixed in the desired working position via electro-hydraulic brakes. Welding can be performed manually with the joystick, semiautomatically, or via an external operating unit with a pulse function.

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The FOBA Laser M2000 with MOSAICTM will be running demonstrations on the TLM stand An example of a flat-bed laser cutting and marking system, from Universal Laser’s extensive range, and available in the UK and Ireland from TLM Laser, will also be present on the TLM stand. There are a wide range of different platforms available with a choice of CO2 or Fiber Lasers and a comprehensive array of options, including MultiWave Hybrid TechnologyTM, which allow users to configure the system to their specific requirements.

Making its debut on the TLM Laser stand this year is the FOBA Titus™ system. Titus™ is the World’s smallest and lightest fiber laser head and is set to be a game changer in laser marking applications. The new Titus™ Vector Scan laser marking head is just over 20 centimetres in length and weighs in at just 630 grams. Available as part of the new 20 Watt or 30 Watt FOBA fiber laser

The ALM250 mobile laser welding system will also be showcased by TLM Laser at MACH 2020 marking systems (Y.0200-xs / Y.0300-xs), this new and innovative system offers unprecedented flexibility in terms of line integration, usability and speed.

Lasers continue to find their way into a growing number of industrial applications, in many instances offering a highly efficient and more cost effective alternative to traditional technologies and processes, and this is certainly the case for laser cleaning. TLM Laser also represent 4JET within the UK and will be showcasing the hand held JETLASER surface processing system at MACH. Potential applications for this technology are wide and varied and include cleaning of moulds, tools, fixtures, paint and coating removal operations, plus pre-treatment of surfaces prior to welding, gluing or coating applications.

TLM Laser are UK and Ireland distributors for a comprehensive range of prestigious laser technology brands.

Above, An example from the comprehensive range of ULS laser cutting & marking platforms will be on show on TLMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MACH stand this year.

Below, the new compact Titusâ&#x201E;˘ marking head makes its debut at MACH 2020.

Below left, system will be available to view on the TLM Laser stand

TLM Laser can be located on stand number 6-763 and members of the TLM team will also be available to discuss the full range of laser systems and solutions available from the company between the 20th and 24th April at the NEC in Birmingham.

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Switchtec’s enclosed switch disconnectors are available in GRP or Mild Steel Enclosures Switchtec’s NT enclosed switch disconnectors offer improved performance at a competitive price. Now being supplied in either GRP or Mild Steel enclosures, the addition of GRP Enclosures to the range offers improved performance and greater product flexibility at competitive prices.

Aimed at electrical contractors, panel builders, equipment manufacturers, machine builders and generator set manufacturers, the switch disconnectors provide a solution where general switching duties are required. They are suitable for control switches for multiple circuits and for use in main circuits as load break switches for motors, machines, heating equipment, lighting, ventilation, air-conditioning, generator sets and mains/generator change over duties.

Three types of enclosed switch are available, on/off load break, on/off switch fuses and on/off/on change over switches. Fitted with high quality Telergon switches, the packaged

enclosures are available in ratings from 32Amps to 1250Amps ex-stock, with other sizes available to order.

Supplied in enclosures with lots of internal space, it is much easier – hence quicker and cheaper - for installers and maintenance staff to handle and bend powerful, stiff cables to terminate them at the unit’s connection terminals.

The NT enclosed switch disconnectors are supplied in either an IP65 GRP enclosure or an IP65 Mild Steel enclosure. The new GRP Enclosures are IP65, RAL 7035, pale grey and offer additional benefits to the Mild Steel, such as IK10 impact rating, high resistance to harsh

environments, lighter in weight, non-conductive material double insulated.

The range offer an IP20 level of internal protection, and are available either with touch proof terminals or supplied complete with terminal shrouds for both incoming and outgoing connections. The Switches have a defeatable, door interlocked, padlockable handle.

All products conform to IEC60947-1 & 3, are certified by Kema Keur, Bureau Veritas, and are CE approved. Switchtec’s knowledgeable field sales engineers are available to provide application advice and product choice assistance as are the company’s in-house sales and design team.

www.switchtec.com

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Carfulan announces most ambitious Mach line-up in its history The Carfulan Group will be exhibiting flagship manufacturing technology from across its four businesses – including machines never before seen publicly in the UK – at one of the most anticipated industry shows of the year.

The Derbyshire-based group has announced its most extensive product line-up ever for MACH 2020, where it will perform live demonstrations on world-leading solutions in multi-sensor metrology, 3D printing, offline tool pre-setting and inspection and turnedpart measurement, all designed to help businesses achieve production efficiency and enhance product quality.

Alongside models fromits Vantage, CNC and Zip Lite portfolios, OGP UK will provide visitors to Stand 20-460 with their first public glimpse of FlexPoint, the only co-ordinate measurement machine featuring multiple high-accuracy sensors in a VersaFlex cluster head, for precision inspection and data reporting on intricate parts.

In another UK exclusive, there will be a chance to see a high-performance multisensor metrology system from OGP’s new SP range (the SP 332), as well as experience a QC-CALC software booth.

Stratasys UK platinum partner SYS Systems is preparing to demonstrate the power of one of the 3D-printing industry’s biggest hitters at MACH for the very first time.

The F900 offers the largest build size of any FDM printer and uses a wide range of engineering-grade thermoplastics for applications that require high performance, biocompatibility, static dissipation or resistance to impact, heat, chemicals or UV radiation, allowing users to balance fine feature detail and fast build.

ZOLLER UK, meanwhile, has lined up a wide selection of its world-leading offline tool presetting and measurement systems, including the Smile SmartCheck, Smile Pilot 1.0, Venturion, PomBasic and Genius.

These will be complemented by products from its popular Smart Cabinets range, a diverse set of manual and automated solutions that record, manage and store tools, perishables, accessories, fixtures and test devices ergonomically and intuitively.

For VICIVISION UK, a supplier of highperformance optical and non-contact measuring machines for turned parts, MACH will be used as a platform to unveil the capabilities of its impressive Techno series.

The M306 and M309 boast wide measuring fields and significant load capacities, helping to drive up productivity by making automatic and high-accuracy inspection possible in the heart of the production environment.

To be held at Birmingham’s NEC from April 20 to 24, MACH is a biennial event focused specifically on engineering-based manufacturing, bringing together the best innovations and latest developments under one roof.

The show, run by the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA), attracts more than 25,000 visitors and two years ago was said to be directly responsible for generating more than £200 million of business for exhibitors.

Organisers have announced hugely extended manufacturing IT and 3D printing zones for 2020, cementing MACH’s reputation as an exhibition that provides the most comprehensive overview of the manufacturing technologies industry.

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NEW EXHIBITS ADVANCED GRINDING SOLUTIONS

Advanced Grinding Solutions at MACH Advanced Grinding Solutions (AGS) has booked one of its largest ever stands, stand 17-320, at the forthcoming Mach show where it will be exhibiting no less than 6 machines and additional associated products. Most of these machines have never been exhibited here before and therefore many UK engineers will be getting their first opportunity to see this range of advanced grinding and finishing machines.

Rollomatic, a leading manufacturer of Tool Grinding machines, is demonstrating its intention to increase its UK market presence by exhibiting two grinding machines including one of its multi-axis cutter grinding machines that’s being shown in the UK for the very first time. These machines are used by many of the leading cutting tool manufacturers to manufacture rotary tools such as end mills and drills to the tightest possible tolerances band one has never been shown at a UK exhibition before.

After its great success at the last Mach show, that resulted in several sales, Rollomatic has again decided to also exhibit its NP pinch-peel cylindrical grinding machine as used by many UK cutting tool manufacturers to quickly and easily cylindrically grind carbide and HSS tool blanks to diameter and form shape rather than to do so on multi-axis tool grinders whereby the blank preparation process on those machines takes considerably longer, is more expensive and is generally not as accurate. Cutting tool manufacturers are invited to receive a demonstration on the many advantages of the Rollomatic NP machine for blank preparation and to understand more about Rollomatic’s wide range of multi axis CNC tool grinding machines.

New to the AGS range, and also receiving its UK debut, is a DLyte machine produced

by GPA Innova; The World’s First Dry Electro Polishing System. The DLyte range of machines use a totally unique, single step automated process, for polishing metals by ion transport using free solid bodies. This is a revolutionary dry nonabrasive electro polishing process that does not use any liquid as the electrolyte.

These new patented machines polish and

deburr Steel and Stainless-Steel, Cobalt Chrome, Titanium, Aluminium, Nickel and precious metal alloys components for the Dental, Medical, Aerospace, Automotive and other industries. Typical applications include bone screws, artificial hip and knee joints, turbine blades, cutting tools, and any similar component whereby fine surfaces finishes to under 0.09um Ra are required without altering key part geometry after the previous grinding or milling process. Unlike traditional polishing systems, the DLyte system obtains a consistent finish avoiding any polishing marks on the surface, such as those generated by conventional machining, and is able to process complex geometries without generating any micro scratches on the surface.

Tschudin has chosen to exhibit its new Cube machine at Mach– a brand new and unique design of CNC Centerless Grinding machine that receives its UK debut and, like other machines within the Tschudin range, benefits from a granite bed and a unique axis arrangement that sees the workrest blade being mounted onto its own CNC axis.

This allows components to be loaded to the centerless grinding machine outside of the working range of the machine. The Cube is targeted at those companies needing to quickly and easily centerless grind parts from 0.1mm to 20mm in diameter where operator’s safety and easy and secure hand loading is also a consideration as are the very fastest set-up times. Also receiving its UK debut is a Comat super-filtration system that delivers 2-3μm filtration quality throughout the entire working cycle thus maximising the quality of parts produced on machine tools whilst minimising lifetime running costs and maintaining maximum coolant consistency.

Comat systems are customized to meet a specific client’s needs allowing for maximum efficiency of the filtration process.

Oil is filtered to a better quality than new unused oil on Comat systems. The remote monitoring of the performance of their filtration systems ensures effective after sales support and systems can be monitored in real-time during manufacturing processes

and fine-tuned by Comat to ensure that the optimum filtration quality is obtained at all times. FLP (Fine Grinding, Lapping and Polishing Machines) are exhibiting a single sided lapping machine suitable for a variety of applications. The broad range of FLP machines includes for both twin wheel double sided CNC Lapping Machines and also single sided Lapping machines. The size of machine ranges from the most basic of 400mm in diameter up to the world’s largest 100 ton 4-meter diameter monsters.

Sadly, logistics prevent FLP from exhibiting the world’s largest lapping machine at Mach but visitors to the AGS stand will see a relevant single sided machine from the latest FLP range with visitors invited to attend to discuss their requirements for the face machining of components. Specialists from Krebs & Riedel will be present to discuss all grinding applications and best use of their range of grinding wheels; this includes conventional internal and external grinding wheels up to 900mm in diameter manufactured using aluminium oxide and silicon carbide with ceramic and synthetic resin bonds for most industrial grinding applications. Krebs & Riedel also offer Vitrified Diamond and CBN grinding wheels with ceramic bonds with a working speed of up to 200m/s for internal, external and special grinding processes. Krebs & Riedel are constantly introducing new types of wheels with improved grain structures and novel bonding systems that enhance grinding wheel quality and optimise performance.

ADVANCED GRINDING SOLUTIONS LTD Stand: 17-320

For further information, please visit www.advancedgrindingsolutions.co.uk

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DRIVES & CONTROLS 2020 DRIVES & CONTROLS EXHIBITION 2020

Manufacturing extravaganza set to return to NEC in April 2020 The 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 between the 21st -23rdth April 2020, alongside MACH 2020.

Drives & Controls Exhibition 2020 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 2020 is an essential source of technological and engineering information and is fully supported by GAMBICA and EPTDA. Returning exhibitors include Beckhoff, B&R, Rittal, Weidmuller, Mitsubishi Electric, Radwell, Bosch Rexroth, Elmo Motion Control, Binder, Carlo Gavazzi, Eaton Electric, Finder, Harting, Hepco, HMS Industrial, Leuze Electronic, Control Techniques/ Nidec Industrial Automation, Omron, Pilz Automation Technology, Renold, plus many more returnees.

GAMBICA and the European Transmission Distributors Association will again be hosting pavilions where members will be promoting their activities.

To complement Drives & Controls Exhibition is the now firmly established Smart Industry Expo, where visitors will have the ideal opportunity to learn about digitalisation and how to prepare and implement a strategy in this smart era as well as being able to discuss a wide range of issues from components to Predictive Maintenance 4.0, Logistics 4.0, and smart grid technologies amongst others. Other areas covered include: components for IT-based automation solutions that will bring fundamental change to all in-factory processes, IT security, as well as smart technologies that manage and coordinate power, gas and heat networks so that capacity can be balanced and optimally deployed across the entire energy system – integrated energy, plus much more.

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MTC New for 2020 is the significant announcement that the Manufacturing Technologies Centre (MTC) has confirmed a 100m2 pavilion within Drives & Controls and Smart Industry Expo where it will be joined by its members.

Running alongside Drives & Controls Exhibition and Smart Industry Expo, will also be Air-Tech 2020, which 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.”

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.

• Compressors, cooler tools and cylinders.

• Vacuum systems and generators.

• Displays & meters.

• Filters, fittings, heat exchangers and hoses.

• Instruments, lubricators, manifolds and mobile compressors.

• Pumps, regulators, sensors, software and valves.

The co-location will also include Plant & Asset Management 2020, the UK’s premier event for plant, asset, maintenance and works management engineers and directors.

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

Plant & Asset Management 2020 will therefore showcase the very latest in condition monitoring, CMMS, outsourcing/ contract maintenance, energy efficiency, boilers/burners/combustion, handling and storage plus much more.

In addition Fluid Power & Systems 2020, will focus on a comprehensive range of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, together with products that facilitate better electro-mechanic 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.”

Whatever your industrial sector, whether engineering, construction, offshore/marine, oil & gas, agriculture/farming, automotive, aerospace etc., Fluid Power & Systems 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.

• 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.

DIGITALISATION AND ENGINEERING FORUMS 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.

Drives & Controls Exhibition 2020 is an essential source of technological and engineering information and is fully supported by GAMBICA and EPTDA. Located at the heart of the 2020 colocation are The Digitalisation and Engineering Forums. With a strong emphasis on technology, The Engineering Forum will bring together all aspects of plant and asset management, hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics and automation, energy efficiency, machine safety, drives, motion control, legislation, system strategies and technological developments. Featuring representatives from across industry including government agencies, research bodies, trade associations, and manufacturers.

While The Digitalisation Forum, sponsored

by Pilz, will fully reflect the ongoing global

transformation to the smart manufacturing era and provide a fascinating insight into the potential plants of the future, covering all aspect of the digital transformation across the manufacturing spectrum.

Leading expert will address the vast array of information around 4IR, discussing the practicalities, technologies and issues surrounding transition and implementation of digitalisation in UK manufacturing.

Over the course of the three-day seminar programme, visitors will have the opportunity to learn how they can seize the opportunities that exist and promote the benefits of adopting emerging digital technologies.

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COME AND VISIT US ON STAND AF104

Measure Monitor Control recently announced that they are exhibiting at the upcoming AirTech 2020 exhibition at the NEC Birmingham in April, and focussing specifically on two of their partner manufacturers product ranges.

Managing Director Jerry Cook explained, “As the UK distribution partners for both SUTOiTEC Gmbh and ID Insert Deal srl, this will be the first time both ranges have been exhibited in the UK and we have some very special displays planned.”

Air Tech 2020 will be the very first opportunity in the UK to see the new SUTO iTEC S600 portable air purity analyser and it will be measuring compressed air quality live on all 3 days of the show. This instrument is unique at this price level in combining residual oil vapour measurement with fully ISO 8573 compliant dew point and particle measurement, to deliver ease and speed of monitoring of delivered air quality.

The whole range of ID Insert Deal srl products which cover pressure regulation and filtration for air, gases or liquids from 400bar to 15mbar will be introduced at this event. Regulators, PECM hori CAQM.pdf 12/12/2019 15:40:01

filters, filter regulators and relief valves will all be on display and many of them are now certified “Food Safe” in accordance with EC 1935/2004 MOCA in addition to ATEX and EAC Ex for potentially hazardous environments.

Jerry Cook concluded, “This event gives visitors the opportunity to get hands on

with our products, experience the quality engineering that goes into them and understand how their use can benefit plant operations.”

To learn more, visit stand AF104 at the NEC between 21st to 23rd April.

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THE KEY TO EFFICIENCY RITTAL

Climate Control maintenance is no false economy

By Karl Lycett, Rittal’s Product Manager for Climate Control

The implementation of a semi-regular maintenance schedule doesn’t have to be massively tasking. Even something as simple as a weekly visual check of cooling equipment filter mats or any system alarms can give you the time needed to call in the experts who can then perform a more detailed review for you.

£480,000…. That is the amount I was told it costs one of the UK’s largest automotive manufacturers PER HOUR when they experience downtime on their paint plant.

Your overheads may not be as substantial as the above example, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that the old adage you hear in every corner of business and production is true:

TIME IS MONEY Regardless of your industry and the product you manufacture, production downtime is a crucial performance indicator to monitor as it can directly affect your bottom line.

More downtime equals increased spares/ maintenance costs which is taking directly from your profit. This could have been invested to meet more pertinent business objectives, purchasing new machinery etc..

When I speak with customers across the UK regarding their attitude towards climate control maintenance, it tends to fall by the wayside on the priority list and there seems

“MY EQUIPMENT IS CURRENTLY OPERATING AND I HAVEN’T SERVICED IT IN MONTHS/YEARS” to be some main drivers for this thought process:

“I WILL JUST FIX A PROBLEM WHEN IT OCCURS” In the past the approach of reactive maintenance was seen as acceptable for most businesses. However times have changed. The key goals of any sized business are now becoming “increased throughput”, “Cost Efficiency”, “Continuous Improvement” potential roadblocks to output targets need to be nipped in the bud, nobody wants to be the one in the morning meeting explaining why yesterday’s targets weren’t met!

The problem may be “out of sight, out of mind” for now but the longer your cooling equipment is left unchecked the higher the risk.

For example, if a fan unit is in a dusty environment and the filter mat becomes clogged, this will reduce its effectiveness to cool the electrical equipment within due to a reduced level of air throughput.

This in turn can increase the enclosure internal temperature. Approximately for every 10°C you increase your internal temperature, you halve the life of the equipment within and increase the likelihood of an unexpected failure.

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“I DON’T HAVE THE MANPOWER/WE HAVE A COMPANY WHO DOES THAT WORK FOR US” A lot of companies I have visited explain to me that they outsource their servicing to a third party, however I tend to question what checks they are performing when Rittal is called to site as an Enclosure is overheating!

In one instance I asked the customer to speak with his current service provider as to what checks were being undertaken as his cooling units were in quite a state of disrepair. It became clear after a short discussion that they serviced “Air Conditioning” in the offices and didn’t even look in the factory…

“WE JUST OPEN THE ENCLOSURE DOOR FOR A WHILE” This is treating the symptoms rather than the illness. If you are having to resort to a tactic such as using large fans to blow ambient air into an open enclosure you could be doing more harm than good.

Not to mention that this is a massively dangerous solution from a health & safety standpoint.

An enclosures purpose it to create an environment in which electrical equipment is protected from ambient contaminants. Having the door open allows a constant stream of dirty air to be pulled into the enclosure. This will then gather in switchgear/connection points and can cause short circuits or block on

board fans which will results in damage to componentry, reduced life and possible critical component failure.

If this course of action is required it can point to the fact that the cooling equipment currently employed is not adequate for the installation or it requires some level of maintenance to bring it back into working order.

A RiAssure FREE Cooling Review from Rittal is perfect in this instance as your local Climate Control expert will perform a short appraisal of your existing equipment and give you honest feedback on whether the equipment is adequate and also provide details/quotations for a service contract to suit your ongoing needs.

Obviously this is not the case for all service providers out there, however with Climate Control equipment becoming increasingly efficient and in turn implementing new sophisticated and cutting edge technology year on year you can only guarantee the highest level of checks and service from engineers trained on the technology and its detailed workings by the manufacturer.

Rittal has been manufacturing the best Climate Control equipment available for 30 years and all of our service staff are highly trained on the whole portfolio to ensure they can remedy your issues.

Take the introductory example again and turn the spotlight onto your business.

Everyone has budgets and savings targets to hit, so ask yourself, can you afford NOT to have correct maintenance in place?

Let Rittal be your trusted advisors.

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COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTION RADICON

Radicon Completes fifth gearbox installation on Brae Alpha Radicon has this month installed its fifth set of case hardened gears on the Brae Alpha platform in the North Sea, helping to significantly reduce downtime on the rig.

SPX Flow approached the Elland-based industrial gearbox manufacturer at the end of May 2018 following a series of consistent gear unit failures on the North Sea platform.

Global supplier of highly specialised, engineered solutions, SPX Flow was concerned that the downtime caused by 20 failures in 15 years was alarming and Michael Sheedy, Contracts Manager, decided it was time to act.

Michael approached Amanda Lycett, Radicon’s Key Account Manager for Scotland and Ireland and asked her to look at the Regal / Opperman HDA5 gear unit, which was connected to SPX’s Union Glycol Pump.

Radicon’s engineers confirmed that the failure of the motor pinion and mating first gear was due to neither being case hardened and profile ground, seriously affecting durability. Initially, Radicon looked at replacing the unit with an M08 in-line unit, but the differing shaft dimensions would need the coupling to be bored to suit. An alternative solution, changing the taper lock bush was also rejected as the pump skid would need to be modified to suit the M08.

Radicon’s answer was to reverse engineer the gears with case hardened gears, which would be quicker, cheaper and easier to achieve.

The first reversed gears were installed in September 2018, and since then, a further four units have been supplied.

With none of the new units failing, SPX Flow is delighted with Radicon’s service.

“Radicon’s solution was the perfect resolution to the problem,” says Michael.

“Any change in equipment would have involved a material change, and because this was taking place on an offshore platform, it would have resulted in months of reviews, and we simply didn’t have the time.

The first reversed gears were installed in September 2018, and since then, a further four units have been supplied.

Radicon came up with a very cost-effective solution. We are now in the process of upgrading all of the units on the platform. In fact, as we mark a year of working together, Radicon is just about to install the 5th replacement.”

The Brae Alpha platform is one of the oldest platforms operating in the North Sea. Petroleum and natural gas exploration on the platform, which is some 170 miles northeast of Aberdeen, began in 1983.

now retains the intellectual property on all Radicon products. Today, Radicon employs 50 people across its UK sales, design and service teams. The company supplies 5,000 gearboxes and repair some 300 gearboxes every year to customers across a wide range of industries, including cement, water, mining and quarrying, oil and gas, power generation, mining and quarrying, food production, pulp and paper, steel and rubber and plastics.

The Radicon brand was first used by David Brown in 1933. In 2010, David Brown sold the division to Elecon Engineering, Asia’s largest gear manufacturer, which

To find out more about Radicon and its drop-in replacement service visit www.radicon.com, call 01484 465800 or email sales@radicon.com.

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Motor testing at its best MTR105

Rotating Machine Tester The new Megger Baker MTR105 hand-held static motor tester is designed for performing multifunctional tests on motors.

All in one device at an affordable price. n Insulation Resistance tester n DLRO (Digital Low Resistance Ohmmeter) n Voltmeter n Motor rotation tester n LCR meter n Temperature measurement n CAT III 600 V (up to 3000 m) Come and visit us on Stand: D746

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Rittal’s Modular Infrastructure at Data Centre World 2020 For any business the need to increase IT flexibility, boost corporate agility and lower operational costs are all critical factors to future success.

These are some of the key areas that Rittal’s team will be on hand to discuss at Data Centre World 2020.

Rittal’s advanced IT infrastructures and streamlined processes are designed to drive business competitiveness, alongside solutions to help companies stay abreast of global innovation.

Its modular resources, including the renowned RiMatrix S modular system, are now a preferred solution for IT professionals across a range of industry sectors including financial institutions, manufacturing companies, the oil/ gas sectors and the military.

RiMatrix S provides an intelligent modular infrastructure from a single source and this is reflected in its enclosure technology, power distribution, system climate control and electronics, as well as its IT technology.

RiMatrix S is closely structured around the TS 8 enclosure and IT rack system platform.

It is designed to deliver many user benefits including flexibility, a quick and simple assembly, minimal warehousing, availability and high quality. It offers both an integrated solution for IT infrastructures and a future-

enabled, comprehensive solution for building up state-of-the-art data centres. It’s backed, as always, by Rittal’s high-quality engineering, and expert servicing and support.

“Modular solutions have gained traction in the market because of the flexibility the offer and the substantial capex savings they deliver,” says Clive Partridge, Rittal Technical Manager, IT Infrastructure.

“In addition to these compelling features, RiMatrix S also offers lower operating costs and higher energy efficiency. This is important given the exponential growth in data volumes that data centres now need to handle plus the increasing pressure to reduce energy consumption both of which are increasing pressure on IT budgets.”

traditional raised floor and purpose-built facilities.

RiMatrix S can be installed within weeks of the order being placed and in any environment.

Rittal’s portfolio of product and service solutions, including the RiMatrix S, will be on show at Data Centre World (Excel, London, 11-12 March 2020) on Stand D610.

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

Modular solutions are suited to both permanent as well as temporary data centres and can be supplied inside shipping containers or premanufactured steel rooms.

They can be deployed and assembled outside or supplied as building-block style designs within data centre buildings, replacing

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Get smart – the pumping operations enjoying a digital makeover The digital revolution is here, with more firms investing in connected technology to improve processes and increase productivity. Here are some of the latest smart developments from progressive cavity (PC) pump specialist SEEPEX… PUMP AND PROCESS CONTROL Seepex’s smart dosing pumps comprise a PC pump with drive and control software, as well as flow rate sensors and optional safety functions. Constant real-time feedback compares data from sensors and automatically adjusts the pump speed as process conditions change, reducing maintenance and increasing cost-efficiency.

Knowledge of the pump’s operating status is essential in order to increase the efficiency of pump control and to plan maintenance intervals more effectively

CONDITION AND PROCESS MONITORING Pump monitoring systems observe operational information such as flow rate, temperature and pressure in real time, recording the operating conditions and pump efficiency, and providing trends for performance analysis and process optimisation. Deviations from set values trigger alarms, reducing standard inspection tours and providing greater safeguards for critical production processes.

user to improve equipment and process performance. Seepex’s connected services compare the data received from pump monitors with previously defined operational specifications to determine deviations from optimum performance, enabling corrections to be made. The use of API (application programming interface) software can also interlink equipment from different suppliers to produce a general process overview and enable whole process optimisation.

CONNECTED SERVICES By connecting pump monitors and automation equipment, data can be transferred to cloudbased online services and retrieved by the

PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE DIGITALISATION Data collected by pump monitors can identify when maintenance is needed –

predictive rather than scheduled. Seepex’s ERP (enterprise resource planning) system ensures the correct parts are available, arranging shipment to site and providing a fully automated diagnostics and spare parts ordering system. Service apps provide technicians with VR instructions for pump maintenance, plus service and instruction manuals, spare parts lists, chat service lines and ordering systems. Seepex pumps also have QR codes which uniquely identify the pump and generate a spare parts list and O&M manual. Such apps offer on-site digital solutions to provide instant operational information and simplify the supply chain.

Seepex is exhibiting at Plant & Asset Management 2020, NEC Birmingham, 21-23 April. To find out more about the company’s range of digital services, visit Stand P40.

Scan the QR code with your smartphone camera to access the SEEPEX Service App

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A SOLID FOUNDATION CARPENTERBOX

New Head of Manufacturing predicts bright future for sector in south east Tony Summers, the newly appointed Head of Manufacturing at Sussex-based MHA Carpenter Box, sees a bright future for engineering companies in the South East, following an increase in sector revenues highlighted by the 2019/2020 MHA Manufacturing & Engineering Report.

Growth in overall income and net assets – and an increase in R&D spend – provides a solid foundation for future expansion, although the report also flags challenges around skills shortages and access to finance.

Tony Summers commented: “It’s interesting to see that while global economic conditions, Brexit/future trading tariffs and staff shortages impacted the rate of growth, SMEs remain buoyant and are building resilience by increasing their assets, reducing borrowing and re-evaluating supply chains.”

As Head of Manufacturing for MHA Carpenter Box, Tony advises engineering clients and also plays a key role in METALL, a well-established forum for manufacturing, engineering and technology businesses in Sussex, South Surrey and the Gatwick

Diamond. His role reflects his extensive experience of working with manufacturing and engineering businesses.

Tony added: “The report provides a useful snapshot of the health of manufacturing and highlights the challenges that lay ahead, including technological change, regulatory uncertainty and the ongoing problem of skills shortage. However, the sector has delivered growth through what has been a challenging period and I’m confident that it will continue to thrive given the opportunities presented by the increasing focus by the Government on industrial strategy and decarbonisation.”

Key findings from manufacturers’ responses: • Revenue has grown year on year • Growth in Net Assets grew from £9.97bn in 2017 to £10.49bn • Borrowing is down 58% • Post-Brexit trading: 61% of respondents have a Brexit strategy in place • 78% have difficulty recruiting appropriately skilled staff • 64% of manufacturers invest up to 8% in R&D • 13% stated a lack of financial backing to invest The report, now in its eighth year, and is supported by Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking in association with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. To provide broader context, a quantitative and qualitative approach was taken to compile this year’s report, comparing an in-depth analysis of over 1,000 UK companies, with over 230 clie

To view the report go to: www.carpenterbox.com/manufacturing-report

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Precision

Pneumatic Cylinders

Visit STOBER Drives on Stand D530 At Drives and Controls 2020 The new STOBER LeanMotor will feature in a moving demonstration at Drives and Controls 2020 STOBER is exhibiting their wide range of Motion Control products from Gearbox to Motion Controller for all types of automation and positioning systems.

STOBER is exhibiting their wide range of Motion Control products from Gearbox to Motion Controller for all types of automation and positioning systems.

There will be a moving demonstration showing the LeanMotor LM, the cost-effective and robust alternative to the synchronous servo motor.

Another operational demonstration features the SD6 Servo Drive Controller with SE6 Extended Safety and the Servo Ballscrew Motors EZM/EZS. You can also see the newly launched 3rd Generation of Planetary Gearboxes and Geared Motors; the super-slim SC6/SI6 EtherCAT and PROFINET Drive range; Hollowbore Synchronous Servo Motors EZHD and MC6 CODESYS Motion Controllers.

With a comprehensive range of Gear Units, Geared Motors, Motors and Electronics that include STOBER’s Drive Controllers, there is something for all Mechanical Engineers, Drive Designers and all applications.

Ask about the new STOBER Configurator, an innovative online design tool that enables you to create, save and share your own drive designs in real-time.

E.MC provides a wide range of pneumatic cylinders for the automation industry. With bore sizes ranging from 10 mm to 125 mm, each element of the cylinder series has been engineered to produce superior performance and reliability.

E.MC Cylinders & Accessories ISO 6432 standard mini cylinders

ISO 15552/VDMA standard cylinders ISO 15552/VDMA standard profile cylinders Compact cylinders ISO 21287 compact cylinders Guided cylinders

Stober Drives Ltd Stand: D530 STOBER Drives Limited T: 01543 458858 E: sales@stober.co.uk

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A GLIMPSE OF WHAT’S IN STORE FOODEX 2020

Registration is now open for the UK’s premier trade event for food and drink manufacturing, processing, packaging and logistics, Foodex The show returns this March (30th-1st April, NEC Birmingham) with a remit of providing 2020’s most comprehensive deep dive into the trends, products, challenges and opportunities that will set the agenda for the coming year; visitors can go to: www. foodex.co.uk today to register for their completely free badge.

Ahead of the show, we’re providing a tantalising glimpse at just some of the forthcoming highlights.

#1. INNOVATION! A new precision, robotic food handling system (Colin Mear Engineering Ltd – stand M161); a revolutionary high density EPP series of containers for hot or cold food items (Catering Equipment Ltd - stand T219); a user friendly Technifoamer (QJS – stand G258) and plug and play nitrogen generation system (MSS Nitrogen Limited – stand K171) are just some of the innovative new products to be featured at the show.

To see more of what’s on offer ahead of Foodex 2020 and plan ahead, visitors can go to: www.foodex.co.uk, and select the ‘Innovation@’ product category, which aggregates every new launch at the show.

#2. INDUSTRY 4.0 It’s no exaggeration to say that manufacturing is on the cusp of a fourth industrial revolution, centred on technology, automation and sustainability. Foodex will

be the place to learn more about ‘industry 4.0’ and meet the innovators – speakers and exhibitors – helping make sense of it all.

On the centre stage, a fascinating look at upgrading the workforce through technology; debating if humans could be largely surplus to requirements within the next decade will take place, while a panel of experts will be asking if artificial intelligence could be the Holy Grail for forecasting.

#3. SUSTAINABLE SOUL SEARCHING Amid the countless sustainable drives and initiatives brought about by the food and drink manufacturing, processing and packaging and logistics industry, this debate will question if it is all really enough to meet Government targets and ultimately help curb global warming. The not-tobe-missed debate will feature prominent strategists and experts in sustainable practice, offering visitors actionable, real world solutions to take back to their places of business.

#4. WITNESS A MAYO MASTERCLASS IN VR One of the world’s leading companies in the processing, laboratory and analytical industry, IKA is partnering with sister brand realworld one, to whisk visitors off to a virtual production plant for an interactive virtual reality lesson in mayonnaise making.

The informal and fun session will present practical ways to harness virtual and augmented reality in production, which could revolutionise the way training is delivered in the manufacturing space.

#5. RETHINKING WASTE AND THE PROBLEM WITH THE ‘P’-WORD While there’s a growing awareness of the environmental impact some plastics can have when discarded irresponsibly – most notably single use variants – reducing or removing them completely can mean businesses face significant technical challenges. This keynote panel debate will explore alternative materials with practical case studies and consumer insights on attitudes to managing waste.

For further information, please visit www.foodex.co.uk

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TLV: A steam specialist company Established in Japan in 1950, TLV has grown to become a world authority in steam engineering products and services. TLV now counts companies in 12 different countries and offers products through over 100 distributors worldwide.

TLV is true to the philosophy of complete customer satisfaction through strict adherence to its two fundamental policies:

Quality First

TLV’s quality system is certified to ISO9001, with products and services exceeding the strictest standards and requirements for a wide range of applications including nuclear power generation and pharmaceutical grade clean steam.

Incomparable Originality

TLV approaches product development with continuous dedication to customer needs.

Development means the creation of totally new ideas and concepts. The many patents derived through this development process attest to TLV’s dedication to innovation.

Only through providing superior products and services that are of great benefit to the customer can complete satisfaction be guaranteed. This is the credo that has

supported TLV’s growth since its inception, and will continue to be the guide into the future.

SteamAqua (SQ)

SteamAqua is a compact, instantly connectable water heater that combines TLV’s best practices in steam and condensate handling. SteamAqua heats water quickly and precisely using conditioned dry steam supplied by a CVCOS. The unique condensate pre-heater option further reduces water heating time and optimises energy efficiency. SteamAqua also has a built-in TLV PowerTrap, which promptly discharges condensate under all load conditions to ensure stable operation, and a reliable, easy-to-use touch panel.

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HYGIENIC PC PUMPS SEEPEX

SEEPEX EHEDG Progressive cavity pumps for highest product quality

SEEPEX’s low shear hygienic PC pumps maintain product quality

SEEPEX has recently launched the latest design of hygienic progressive cavity (PC) pump which has achieved EHEDG certification, delivering the highest microbiological results with residue free cleaning guaranteed using CIP systems.

The EHEDG pump is the latest addition to the Seepex’s range of hygienic PC pumps which are used widely wherever thin to highly viscous, shear sensitive products and those containing soft solids need to be transferred.

Food processors have to ensure that product quality and viscosity can be maintained throughout processing and packaging; selecting the best pumps for shear sensitive products is therefore vital to deliver the best product to consumers.

Traditional pumping systems can have a detrimental effect on the quality and texture of some dairy products, particularly yogurt, with shear stresses changing the product consistency by shear thinning, producing a ‘thin runny’ product.

Often costly additives are used to preserve or restore product quality changes; however, there is another solution – the use of progressive cavity pumps with their gentle, low shear

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action, ability to handle soft solids without damage and minimal pulsation flow rates.

SHEAR STRESS – BACKFLOW AND ‘SLIP’ Traditionally, twin screw or lobe pumps are used to handle products such as yogurt after the fermentation stage, when the product has set.

The running clearance between the screws or lobes results in backflow– also known as ‘slip’ – and this is the main cause of shear-thinning which, in the case of yogurt production, can cause breakdown to a runny, thin product.

Traditional pumping systems can have a detrimental effect on the quality and texture of some dairy products.

The higher the pumping pressure, for example through heating or cooling equipment, the more this slip increases.

SEEPEX PC pumps are known for their gentle handling of viscous products.

This is due to their unique design, which enables the product to move through the pump in a series of cavities. These cavities are not compressed or distorted in any way, creating a gentle, nonpulsating flow.

This ’non-slip’ action preserves the quality of shear-sensitive products such as yogurt. Additionally, minimal pulsation action creates a smooth laminar flow through pipelines and ensures a constant feed through heat exchangers, minimising mechanical stress and product thinning.

SEEPEX PC pumps are used in many dairy manufacturing plants globally, including for pumping fruit yogurt where the ability to handle soft solids without damage is essential for maintaining fruit piece integrity. PC pump flow has minimal pulsation and linear accuracy, delivering accurate dosing with simple calibration and controls when adding flavours and syrups either in batch or in-line into liquid or viscous products.

SEEPEX’s PC pumps are ideal for dairy processing

SEEPEX to showcase progressive cavity pumps at Foodex At Foodex stand L179, progressive cavity (PC) pump manufacturer SEEPEX will showcase an EHEDG certified pump as well as an open hopper pump for viscous waste product removal.

The BCFH hygienic pump range has a low shear action and handles thin to highly viscous products, including those containing soft solids. There are minimal product changes due to shear stress during pumping and this, combined with

minimal pulsation and accurate flow control, ensures consistently high product quality. EHEDG certification guarantees residue-free cleaning when using CIP, giving peace of mind that closed equipment is microbiologically clean.

The BCFH pump was tested using a cleaning regime at a lower temperature, with lower chemical concentration and a shorter cleaning time than other cleaningin-place (CIP) solutions.

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Visitors to the SEEPEX stand can also learn about the company’s energy efficient pumping technology for the removal of waste and by-products in hygienic enclosed systems. The ability to remove waste in this way eliminates manual transfer between high care and low risk areas, reduces waste volume and disposal costs and produces ideal biogas feedstock.

SEEPEX’s PC pumps for waste removal eliminate manual transfer between high care and low risk areas

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New Lanemark burner design opens up new opportunities The selection of the most effective temperature and process burner control system is a key factor impacting on the overall efficiency of gas-fired industrial recirculating ovens or dryers, particularly in terms of energy usage, says Lanemark Combustion Engineering Ltd. designers, manufacturers and installers of process gas burner systems worldwide.

Now the latest addition to the Lanemark FD range – the FDB packaged or semi-packaged burner – brings additional advantages in terms of both location and, importantly, flame profile.

“FDB burners offer flexible, high turndown control of both gas and air,” says Lanemark’s General Manager Adrian Langford. “Flame length is both short and consistent irrespective of the FDB rating specified, optimising its suitability for mounting inside an enclosure.”

He adds that the system is also designed to reduce emissions to minimal levels.

As with all Lanemark TX (tank heating) and FD (forced draught heating) burner systems, the FDB is available in a choice of sizes and configurations to match application needs.

Heat input options range from 9 to 1400 kW with the further choice of specifying either natural or propane gas. In all cases, installations can include a compact, pre-piped

modulating gas valve train and control panel which includes a burner controller, ignition transformer, differential air pressure switch and two three-way air valves as standard.

“The operational and environmental benefits of our FD range have been demonstrated in a long and growing list of installations in many different industrial sectors in both our UK and international market places,” adds Adrian Langford. “The addition of the FDB unit not only extends application and

performance options but also acts as a further demonstration of our ongoing commitment to research, innovation and product development.”

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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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CABLES

CABLE INNOVATION HEATSENSE CABLES

High temperature cable manufacturing technology reaches a new level

ABOUT HEATSENSE Established in 1984 by two engineers from Fothergill & Harvey in Lancashire, Heatsense has steadily built its reputation and is today regarded by many as the UK’s leading specialist manufacturer and supplier of thermocouple cables and extension wires. Many original customers continue to do business with Heatsense and a number of its original employees still work for the company.

CAPABILITIES Heatsense’s manufacturing capabilities cover a broad range of specialist high-performance thermocouple and signal cables that operate in extreme environments. The company is regarded as a technology leader in fluoropolymer extrusion.

Current management acquired the business in 2014, relocated it to Greater Manchester and made significant investment in plant and equipment, broadening the company’s manufacturing capabilities. Throughout 2018, the company saw significant growth; acquiring new equipment and significantly expanding its workforce.

The company manufactures thermocouple cables and extensions wires, equipment wires, coaxial cables, multicore cables, micro cables and fine wires.

Insulation materials include PFA, FEP, PTFE, ETFE, PEEK, EFGLAS, PE, PU, PVC, Taped & Sintered PTFE, Mica, Silicone, Polyimide & Aramid Yarns. Braiding materials include glass & ceramic fibres, other specialist yarns and various metals.

These cables are resistant to flame, oils, chemicals and operate in ultra-high vacuum, cryogenic, radiation and nuclear environments. The company offers a range of approvals that meet all internationallyrecognised specifications.

Markets include automotive, aerospace, nuclear, medical, general industry and oil & gas.

Highly customer focused, Heatsense offers a bespoke advanced technical design and manufacturing service, rapid response

Heatsense has achieved both ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 Accreditations since 2014 and is currently working closely with the NAMRC (Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre) on the F4N (Fit for Nuclear) Approval Scheme.

The company is also working towards AS9100:2016 and aims to be accredited in 2019.

Call: (+44) 01706 767070 www.heatsensecables.co.uk times, short lead times, low MOQ’s and competitive pricing.

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INSTALL WITH CONFIDENCE ELAND

Cables – Think of them as a Service not just a Product Cables are more than just the sum of their construction. More than just a metallic conductor wrapped in insulation and sheathing materials that meet a set of standards. They are compliance legislation, they are technical specifications to meet an installation environment or specific application, and they are compatible with accessories and terminations.

Yet cables are still more than this, and it’s these additional elements that can make a project run smoothly and provide the information needed to specify and install with confidence.

Here’s a few of the things to look out for: Independent QA testing – Have cables been rigorously tested in an accredited laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025) to confirm that the standards and compliance legislation have been achieved? A good laboratory will also look at key practical aspects such as the ease of stripping for termination and whether they meet the strict tolerance levels needed to fit seamlessly with glands and other terminations.

Third-party accreditations – Quality marks such as the BSI Cable Testing Kitemark demonstrate that cables meet the performance and safety standards demanded of them. They are a globallyrecognised and trusted symbol and show an additional level of due diligence in the choice of product.

Ready access to technical expertise – Having experts on hand to provide detailed and in-depth knowledge of cables and their electrical characteristics can help you navigate the inevitable questions that arise. Utilising this asset from specification

through to installation can prevent unnecessary delays to project timelines.

It’s even more valuable when it’s the commercial team who provide this support, in conjunction with a true technical team – it makes asking questions even easier and integrates your cable supplier into an extension of your own project team.

Ability to tap into industry knowledge – Whether best practice guidance or practice solutions to onsite challenges, you want to be dealing with people who not only know cables but understand how they work as part of the bigger picture.

Industry specialists with decades of project management experience, and wiring qualifications themselves, can help give you the edge you need.

A tailored delivery solution – More than simply getting the cables delivered where and when you need them, it’s about whether they’ve clearly been stored in optimal condition, they’re delivered securely and properly packaged, with drums in good condition so as to not impede installation. The accompanying paperwork should be complete and have

Utilising this asset from specification through to installation can prevent unnecessary delays to project timelines. all the required legislative and compliance information clearly displayed. Quality cables are delivered looking like they’re in great shape – trust your eyes and expect the best.

For more information on how Eland Cables can support your project or application with high quality cables AND the value-added service that makes a difference, please get in touch. sales@elandcables.com 020 7241 8787

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CALIBRATION SOLUTIONS

HIGH END CAMERA SERIES INFRATEC

Simultaneous mapping of wide temperature ranges The HDR function of the high-end camera series ImageIR® facilitates the analysis of objects with extreme temperature gradients If you want to measure temperatures in a very wide range with an infrared camera, you normally do this in stages. The neutral density filters are changed gradually from time to time. Adjusted to a specific temperature range, they prevent highintensity infrared radiation from striking the camera detector and falsifying the measurement result by depolarising the detector pixels. The new High Dynamic Range (HDR) function of the Infrared ImageIR® camera series from InfraTec eliminates the need for such interruptions.

It enables measurement scenarios with extremely different temperatures to be recorded continuously.

Capture temperature ranges of over 1,500 K in one image thanks to six positions The starting point of the HDR function is a fast rotating filter wheel. Designed for such tasks, it rotates at more than 5,000 revolutions per minute. The wheel provides up to six positions ensuring maximum flexibility for demanding

measurement tasks. When recording in HDR mode, multiple thermograms with different integration times and different filters are recorded quickly in succession and compiled into an overall image with a high dynamic range.

To activate the HDR function, it is sufficient to select a previously defined calibration range. After that, the rotation of the rotating filter wheel and the composition of the thermogram starts automatically. The measuring range can span up to 1,500 K. In the case of the ImageIR® 8300 hp, this setting can be used to capture full-frame images with (640 × 512) IR pixels. Based on the frame rate synchronization of the camera with the rotational speed of the wheel, it is possible to achieve a temporal resolution of 350 Hz. Each position of the individual neutral density filters has its own integration time and corresponding temperature calibration. The filters weaken the signal of the measurement objects within the desired temperature range, which reliably prevents interference effects. Users obtain high-contrast images in a wide temperature range characterized by high measurement accuracy.

Solution for measurement tasks with high object temperatures and spectral thermography The tremendous benefits that come with it become clear as soon as users thermally analyse measurement objects that experience temperature changes over a very wide range within a very short time. The necessary changing of filters with a standard rotating filter wheel would interrupt the measurement for several seconds, rendering the results unusable.

The HDR function makes it possible to quickly switch between calibration ranges up to the maximum camera frequency.

In addition to extremely high temperature applications, the fast rotating filter wheel offers a wide range of measurement options, in which different spectral ranges need to be measured. Finally, users can also use up to six spectral filters instead of neutral density filters. Equipped in this way, the ImageIR® infrared camera series supports the professional examination of materials with different radiation properties.

Regardless of which components users choose for their desired model, the camera can always be used with a fixed rotating filter wheel.

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BEST-IN-CLASS SOLUTION INDYSOFT

Parker Bioscience ‘filter-out’ the alternatives and choose IndySoft Employing approximately 58,000 people globally, Parker Hannifin is the world leader in Motion and Control technology. The company’s products and services cover areas including, aerospace, climate control, electromechanical, fluid and gas handling, hydraulics, pneumatics, process control and filtration.

With lead operations located in Oxnard, California and Birtley, UK, Parker Bioscience Engineering and Filtration have over 50 years of experience in the provision of high quality filtration products and services for applications within the life sciences, food and beverage, industrial processing and microelectronics markets.

The Parker Bioscience Filtration Birtley facility has recently undergone a multimillion pound development programme.

This considerable investment has resulted in the site becoming one of the world’s most modern manufacturing sites for integrated bioprocessing solutions.

Essential to the efficient operation of the Birtley facility is the work of the company’s Instrument Service Group. The group provide support by maintaining, testing and calibrating a wide range of customer equipment, including filter integrity testing machines.

Prompted by Parker Hannifin’s philosophy of pursuing constant improvements, Andrew Harker of the Instrument Service Group, recently searched for an effective asset management software solution that would streamline the group’s processes, increase productivity, help in maintaining data integrity and improve logistics. After considering the offerings from several potential providers, the solution was found in IndySoft software.

Andrew Harker explained “The high-quality filtration systems manufactured by Parker Bioscience Birtley, are sold throughout the world. These systems perform critical operations by accurately monitoring and validating the performance of our customers’ filtration systems.

“The paper based system we were using to oversee the recall, processing, calibration, issuing of relevant certification and the

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The Parker Bioscience Filtration Birtley facility has recently undergone a multi-million pound development programme return of our customers filter integrity testing machines, was only capable of handling our previously lower volume of work. As our installed base grew, the resulting increased workload began to show the limitations of the paper system.

“Our manual, paper based system involved the use of document folders, to add, store and retrieve information. The system was difficult to use and was prone to occasional mistakes, for example, the written data

taken as part of our calibration procedures needed to be typed-up and this could lead to unwelcome transcription errors. Therefore, we needed to find a more efficient system that would speed-up our ‘housekeeping’ and calibration processes.

“I performed an on-line search for a suitable software system. After reviewing some of the available options and realising that they were not easy to adapt to our particular needs, and were also relatively difficult to use, I came across the IndySoft Asset Management software. IndySoft appeared to tick all of our boxes, therefore I requested a demonstration.

“Given that the use of IndySoft would represent a radical change to the way the Instrument Service Group operated, we organised an in-house demonstration that was performed by the managing Director of IndySoft Europe, Jake Bishop.

The demonstration was completed in the presence of our Instrument Service Group operatives, our senior IT staff and several other potential company users.

and the software’s very logical layout providing simple workflows, we were soon able to make use of the vast majority of the software’s applications. Now, on the rare occasion that we come across a problem, we have access to IndySoft Europe’s help line that is able to provide instant assistance and support.

“Unlike some of the other more ridged software solutions we considered, IndySoft is extremely flexible and adaptable. As we have now gained more experience and confidence in the software’s use, we have begun to customise various screens and workflows to suit our own particular use.

“When compared to our previous unwieldly, paper based system, we are convinced that our department has made a quantum leap forward by adopting the most efficient software based asset management system we could find.

IndySoft has delivered on all of the promises made prior to purchase and has transformed our department’s efficiency levels” For the past 20 years, IndySoft has been changing the way manufacturing businesses and commercial calibration labs have managed their assets. With a focus on calibration, tooling, automation, maintenance and repair, over the past two decades IndySoft has introduced multiple, innovative, new asset management solutions to its software.

“In addition to Jake demonstrating the software’s logical structure, ease of use and speed. He was also able to clearly demonstrate the software’s ability to streamline the operations of the Instrument Service Group. In the course of the demonstration many other advantages were discovered. Having proved that IndySoft was ideal for use by our Instrument Service Group, colleagues from other departments began to explore issues related to their own functions. In the vast majority of cases, Jake was able to illustrate how IndySoft was able to help in these other areas too.

“Although the original justification and return on investment case was based on calculated time savings. We were now able to identify other efficiencies IndySoft would bring to our Instrument Service Group.

Also, as it was proven that several other departments would also gain a range of advantages from the software’s adoption, it made the argument for purchasing IndySoft even more compelling.

“After our IT department confirmed that IndySoft would be able to dovetail easily with other software applications and systems, and mindful of the additional benefits it would deliver to other departments, I altered my justification case accordingly. As a result, we were able to predict an even quicker return on investment and an order was soon placed.

As a best-in-class solution, IndySoft is able to take customers quality systems to the next level “As IndySoft is so easy to use, the software’s installation and the change-over from our previous manual system was trouble free.

As a result of IndySoft’s in-house training

As a best-in-class solution, IndySoft is able to take customers quality systems to the next level. Users can utilise the standard, out-of-the-box, best practice configuration. Or, rather than utilise the software’s standard operating set-up, IndySoft’s flexible nature allows workflows to be optimised to suit the calibration, maintenance and asset tracking needs of each individual business.

Complete traceability is guaranteed as a comprehensive history of all user interactions is maintained to preserve a complete audit trail.

Operators tasks are made that much easier by the use of automated recalls for due notices and alerts. Also, trigger notifications are flagged-up for equipment that fails calibration work and requires a follow up with corrective action.

Although ideal for use across countless other ISO compliant sectors, IndySoft is designed to help the life sciences industry ensure authenticity, integrity, and when appropriate confidentiality of electronic records to comply with 21 CFR Part 11.

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NEW Network-Capable Absolute Encoder from BEPc For EtherCAT communication in a precision absolute encoder, we’ve got your solution.

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Spiroflow achieves carbon neutral status from emissions reduction action

Leading bulk materials handling specialist, Spiroflow, has become one of the small percentage of UK manufacturing businesses to achieve carbon neutrality - a status achieved by calculating a carbon footprint and reducing it to zero through a combination of in-house efficiency measures and supporting external emission reduction projects. The company’s latest activity was a tree planting event held at Lancaster University’s Forrest Hills.

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Spiroflow was participating in Lancaster University’s ‘Forest of the Future’ initiative, an annual tree planting project held on university-owned land that provides the university and local SMEs with the opportunity to completely offset their carbon emissions for the year by planting a quantity of trees the number depending on their carbon footprint.

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BOOSTING PACKING SPEED BRILLOPAK

Ergonomic PakStation eases Morrisons’ manual case loading pains

Potato packs are fed at the optimal ergonomic height to mitigate repetitive strain injuries Replacing the manual turntable-style potato case loading system at Morrisons’ Rushden depot with two award-winning Brillopak PakStations has boosted packing speed.

Most importantly, the systems have made the job more manageable and ergonomic for the team members performing this repetitive end-of-line task.

Having automated two packing lines around the same time, site manager Andy Day says that the thing that shocked him most about the PakStation was “how much it transformed the efficiency and tidiness of the packing line and surrounding area.”

From the outset, the Rushden team was resolute that the turntable had to go. “It wasn’t right for the 66 million kilos of potato packs that are processed by the depot annually, or our people that had to bend, twist and turn to maintain a consistent packing pace,” states Andy.

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The rate in which potato packs come through the back end automated packing system previously meant operatives manually loading straight from the lines onto conventional pallets, simply couldn’t keep up. Not only was the backlog a team stressor, packs would start to pile up and bump around the roundtable. Presentation of the packs in the crates was also erratic.

Andy recalls: “Every time a pack rotates around the table, it’s moving. The longer it sits on the roundtable and moves for, the greater the risk of product accumulations.

This can lead to bags dropping on the floor, product damage, split bags and waste.

Obviously, this doesn’t align with Morrisons fresh produce quality strategy.”

Being a seven-day-a-week operation handling up to 14 product SKUs at any one time, extra capacity was clearly needed.

Yet, physically fitting more people around the turntable to pack faster was unfeasible.

Space just wouldn’t allow it.

MORE PEOPLE AND PRODUCT FRIENDLY Protecting workforce welfare by reducing the duration people work on a specific task, coupled with enhancing comfort during the pick and pack process were among the key catalysts for introducing semi-automated packing, reflects Andy.

He explains: “During peak times we operate four packing lines in 12 hour shifts. Likefor-like we still employ the same volume of people on the manual lines. Only now, we tend to use a smaller pool of people and have the option of rotating them between packing, crate separation, palletising and the robotic lines, which offers them greater job variety.”

Andy estimates that the site’s reliance on agency staff has reduced by around 40%. He believes that some of this could be attributed to fewer staff absences as a result of the more ergonomic system.

It’s very evident that our pack team now shares a stronger work ethic.

“There’s certainly some correlation between having a core team of people that are familiar with the system and the camaraderie that people build when they work together daily. It’s very evident that our pack team now shares a stronger work ethic,” adds Andy.

To improve how packs were presented to the manual packers and consequently presentation within the retail crates, the Rushton team worked collaboratively with Brillopak to engineer two modified PakStations. A hybrid version of five apple PakStations installed by Morrisons at the Thrapston depot several years ago, Rushden’s modified design guarantees pack orientation to the workforce that collate the trays. Rather than clusters, packs come through in single file. This helps to guarantee consistent presentation of packs within the trays.

Additionally, the design of the PakStation lines helps to mitigate repetitive strain injuries and makes the whole manual packing process seamless. “Our colleagues find it much more ergonomic,” states Andy.

“They’re not bending over or moving around the turntable or repeatedly lifting trays.”

Two PakStations positioned back-to-back for optimal efficiency, and use of agency staff ZONE CONTROL By arranging two Brillopak PakStations staggered back-to-back means one operative can feed a continuous stream of crates to both packing lines concurrently, and remove filled crates placing them on the conveyor for palletising. Because this is done at the rear of the machine, crate clutter is minimised. Rather than doubling up the role, one crate feeder is deployed elsewhere in Rushden’s facility.

The lines, which are located in a busy warehouse, adjacent to the robotic installation, has also helped the team to introduce clear work zones, further reducing trip hazards. The consistent packing speed and fewer front to back end bottlenecks means that OEE across the whole packing zone has improved.

For additional flexibility, the two PakStation lines can be converged to run through the robotic cells. Having an equal split between robotic and semi-automated pack lines means that Morrisons can move labour around and scale up production to accommodate seasonal demands.

Each PakStation system features its own colour touchscreen control panel.

This enables operatives to control and adjust the speed in which product is presented from the flow wrap system. “It’s so straightforward to use that I’m never worried about pressing the wrong button and breaking the system,” comments Dave, a longstanding packhouse operative.

Workforce moral has improved since Rushden installed the PakStation

Last year the system won the PPMA 2018 Group Award for Innovative Packaging Machine. Industry judges commented: “The strength of the PakStation lies in its optimisation of manual human labour rather than trying to replace it completely.

This gives a best of both worlds scenario along with reduced damage to product. Impressively short payback time and overall equipment performance improvements.”

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THE OPTIMUM SOLUTION TF AUTOMATION

TF Automation focuses on robotic handling, testing and process automation solutions TF Automation design, engineer and manufacture process automation solutions, supporting a wide range of manufacturing industries from, aerospace and automotive through to medical, food, printing and packaging.

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Projects range from product identity and traceability as well as units with vision inspection. We automate intricate operations with pick and place and product assembly systems incorporating robotics as well as designing numerous work-stations for product testing. This has meant our continued involvement in the supply chain for the automotive and aerospace industries as well as heating/plumbing products, personal protection and medical.

The need to improve process and productivity is a constant challenge for all our customers. Our focus is on providing solutions to reduce the risk of human error in tasks that are constant, predictable and repetitive. We engineer and program our machines to perform tasks over and over again, offering accuracy and repeatability far superior to the same task carried out manually, thus ensuring increased output and efficiency.

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INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION HOFFMAN GROUP

The reality of Industry 4.0 in manufacturing

By Tim Paddison, managing director of tooling and machining specialist Hoffmann Group UK Much has been made of how the fourth industrial revolution - Industry 4.0 - will impact the manufacturing industry, with its rise having been a regular feature in futuregazing pieces and expert predictions for the past few years.

However, despite the buzz, there is still relatively little clarity around how

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Industry 4.0, referring to an age wherein technologies such as AI, automation and the Internet of Things intersect with business strategy, could impact the manufacturing industry.

Whenever the prospect of Industry 4.0 is raised, the most common talking point tends to be the fear that jobs currently occupied by humans will be replaced by machines.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common myths surrounding Industry 4.0, as well as how it might benefit manufacturers.

This is an unfortunate, and damaging, misconception. While certain roles will inevitably make way for new technology, this can open up opportunities in other areas, and actually create more jobs than it replaces.

Dispelling the primary myth: Will Industry 4.0 lead to robots replacing humans?

Rather than Industry 4.0 being a future wherein machines replace humans on the factory floor, it’s far more likely that technology and humans will in fact work in tandem to drive new levels of efficiency, and even create new employment. This is backed up by research from Gartner, which found that AI and automation are expected to create approximately five million more jobs than they replace by this year.

EVOLUTION RATHER THAN REVOLUTION Another common misconception surrounding Industry 4.0 is that it will instantly transform the manufacturing sector – essentially an “Industrial Revolution” for the digital age. In reality, the onset of digitalisation is more likely to be an iterative process, with a series of minor improvements being implemented in specific areas over time, rather than a “revolution”.

intelligent facilities, which automate tool orders, storage and even ongoing resupply, mean that the right tools for the job are always available. Through this, businesses virtually eradicate the prospect of tools being lost or stolen, significantly cutting down valuable time spent searching for or borrowing tools.

HOW WILL INDUSTRY 4.0 BENEFIT THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR? Most notably, Industry 4.0 is likely to greatly reduce the time-to-market for products through increasing efficiency, shortening the innovation cycles of complex products and allowing far larger volumes of data to be processed. Improved efficiency will also lower operating costs for manufacturers, which can then be invested back into the wider business.

For example, an often-overlooked area that could be impacted by digitalisation is tool management and provision – which currently costs manufacturers greatly in terms of productivity and worker satisfaction.

The aforementioned potential to work in partnership with machines is also likely to create further opportunities for upskilling staff across the sector. While the need for staff to either upskill or even “pivot” to a new role may be a difficult transition initially, long-term this is likely to increase manufacturers’ earning potential and overall job satisfaction.

Smart workstations are already a fixture in many manufacturing businesses. These

Particularly as ongoing uncertainties, such as Brexit, have contributed to headcount

Whenever the prospect of Industry 4.0 is raised, the most common talking point tends to be the fear that jobs currently occupied by humans will be replaced by machines. throughout the sector continuing to drop, it has become ever-more crucial for manufacturers to embrace innovative new ways to maximise productivity-per-head, ensuring that output is not further affected by talent shortages.

While we’re unlikely to see Industry 4.0 transform the sector immediately, its influence is growing by the day. Indeed, it looks increasingly likely that we are about to see the sector move into an age wherein the physical and digital worlds are interlinked as never-before, revolutionising businesses’ productivity, creativity, and profitability.

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HUMAN MACHINES MPAC LAMBERT

A New Era of Automation

As robotics and artificial intelligence combine, headlines start to predict the end of the world as we know it. Whether used as a point of fear, or a more optimistic view of the future, there is no denying that human roles in the workforce are changing.

But, when it comes to humans being replaced by robots, there are a number of factors, when combined, rule out the use of robots in many applications.

Mpac Lambert provides technology leading automation solutions to the medical and consumer healthcare markets and has established itself as a global leader in cutting-edge automation processes and transformational technologies. Mike Lewis, Innovations Director at Mpac Lambert takes us through his thoughts on this era, and how humans can make manufacturing more automated.

“Human drive is the key to automation in manufacturing. There is this obsession with job-stealing robots that can cause us to overestimate the impact of automation.

Every machine, piece of hardware or software, is only as good as the people behind them.

the same way that people can. Instead, we focus on seamless integration, and building machines that work with people, not in replacement of. People are able to provide muscle, whilst machines provide added cognition, and together – both are crucial to accomplishing a given task.

“When integrating automation, we take a holistic approach. We constantly ask ourselves ‘why’. The automation needs to create efficiencies, be highly flexible and customisable. Ultimately for us, it comes down to design – everything needs to add value.

“At Mpac Lambert, innovation is key, it offers us opportunities for new efficiencies as well as products and processes. We work with you to design and develop your product, and its manufacturing processes. We detail all proposed automation and evaluate its impact on the product design and production process, so the resulting effect is improved product quality, automation throughput and efficiency.”

“Automation helps us reduce uncertainty in complex processes and provides us with product consistency and quality control. But what it doesn’t do is have the flexibility and dexterity of the human hand.

Automation can’t think, adapt or react in

For further information or interviews please contact Cara Rimmer at cara.rimmer@ propaganda.co.uk or call 0113 322 9660.

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SAFETY FIELDBOX UNIVERSAL. SAFE. COST EFFECTIVE. The SFB safety fieldbox for PROFINET/PROFIsafe systems is suitable for simple plug and play installation of up to eight safety devices.

Thanks to its universal device interface with an 8-pole M12 connector, it can be used to connect a wide variety of safety devices: electronic and electro-mechanical safety interlocks, switches, sensors, light curtains and operation panels.

The SFB is a simple, inexpensive installation solution which provides highly flexible, individually configurable safety solutions for complex machines and systems.

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COLLABORATIVE ROBOT SAFETY TM ROBOTICS

When cobots are preferable to robots — and when they aren’t Results from the Global Robotics Report 2019 identified that 79 per cent of automation distributors do not believe their customers understand the safety requirements of installing a collaborative robot. As one of the fastest growing sectors of the robot market, this lack of knowledge could be dangerous. Nigel Smith, managing director of Toshiba Machine partner TM Robotics, quashes some common misconceptions about collaborative robot safety.

Industrial robots have long been used to relieve workers of the repetitive and heavy- lifting work of packaging and palletising. However, there’s a new type of robot in town. Collaborative robots, or cobots, describe machines that can work harmoniously alongside human employees.

Cobots have been heavily marketed as unguarded and easy to integrate machines that can work seamlessly alongside human workers. However, this doesn’t necessarily make these machines exempt from the safety regulations associated with regular industrial robots.

One of the key selling points of cobots are their ability to work alongside humans.

Therefore, manufacturers often assume that all cobots are automatically safe for use next to employees. Actually, this can only be determined by thorough risk assessment.

While there are significant differences between cobots and their industrial counterparts, the industry does not acknowledge cobots as a separate entity.

As far as safety is concerned, cobots are subject to the same stringent regulations

One of the key selling points of cobots are their ability to work alongside humans.

as traditional robot variations — that’s your SCARA, six-axis and Cartesian models.

However, unlike traditional variations, cobots are often lightweight and portable.

Therefore, these machines are ideal to be used for various tasks within a factory.

In this instance, it is imperative that the plant manager assesses how the safety may be compromised when the cobot is in transit. For instance, being moved from one section of the production line to another.

In addition, an assessment is required for every separate activity and task the cobot will perform.

Ultimately, plant managers want improve speed and productivity on their production line — and automating picking, packaging and palletising is an ideal place to start.

However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the newest breed of robot, the cobot, is the correct option for this application.

In these instances, it is worth considering whether a cobot is what you really need

or if a traditional robot might be more suitable. Six-axis robots, for instance, have long been used to increase productivity in packaging applications. For many of these packaging and palletising tasks, there’s no real need for human interaction with the robot. As a result, enabling this collaboration through investment in a cobot doesn’t assist productivity or output.

There’s no doubt that cobots have their place in the factory. In fact, reports suggest that the global cobot market will grow to a huge $3,811.483 million by 2021 — and we’re not surprised.

The huge growth in the cobot market represents the view that cobots can be an ideal first step towards automated processes. However, as the results of the Global Robotics Report 2019 suggest, understanding of these machines and their safety requirements is lacking. To avoid hazards in the factory — and poor investments from end users — greater clarity of what makes a cobot is required.

For further information, please visit www.tmrobotics.co.uk

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UK’s premier Industry 4.0 show returns The New Year hopefully signals an end to the inertia of 2019 where businesses large and small faced constant uncertainty brought about by our political leaders’ inability to resolve Brexit.

One place where manufacturers can be certain of leadership and direction is at the upcoming Industry 4.0 Summit & Expo, an event that since 2017 has managed to attract a stellar line-up of industry leaders from government, academia & industry.

The 4th edition takes place once more at the iconic Manchester Central Convention Complex. A high-level conference with a large trade show alongside, the event connects manufacturers with technology to look at the best practice and solutions to improve manufacturing performance.

Since its launch the organisers have managed to consistently deliver a great speaker line-up that educates manufacturers on what is taking place now

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and what is on the horizon, so that they can take this knowledge and share it with colleagues.

The programme has just been announced and speakers include industry experts such as Wayne Jones OBE, Executive Board Director at MAN Energy Solutions; Dr. Reinhard Geissbauer, Partner Strategy& and Leader EMEA Industry 4.0 at PwC; Paul Turner, VP Industry 4.0 Applications & Analytics at Stanley, Black & Decker, plus speakers from manufacturers like Airbus, Nokia, H&T Presspart & MTU Aero Engines. *STOP PRESS* Mark Chapman, Chief Engineer & Engineering Director, Bloodhound Land Speed Record project will speak at 2020 Summit.

The exhibition alongside is a one-stop shop for the latest smart technologies to give manufacturers that competitive edge. This includes robotics, 3D printing, automation, big data, VR/AR, predictive

maintenance, sensors and other 4.0 technologies. Exhibitors returning include the likes of Bosch Rexroth, Werma, Forcam, IFM, Omron, & Total Control Pro whilst new companies include Olmec, Goodfellow, Lighthouse Systems, Hewlett Packard & Honeywell.

Manchester Metropolitan University returns as our Industrial Digitalisation & Skills Partner. With expertise in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, big data analytics and cloud computing, they will be showcasing what their specialist digital manufacturing centre, Print City can offer.

Event Director Gary Gilmour comments “The event consistently attracts a very senior level of visitor from manufacturing, who I know do not got to many other industry events. We think this is due to the conference content being current and insightful and provides them with ideas to implement into their own organisation.”

The exhibition alongside is a one-stop shop for the latest smart technologies to give manufacturers that competitive edge.

The organisers feedback shows that over 15% of attendees have purchasing authority of over £500k, and this has resulted in many major contracts arising from encounters at the show. Gilmour adds “The products on display tend to be big ticket purchases. We know from exhibitors that it is 6 months after the show that they start to see their ROI. We’ve had two robotics companies secure very sizeable contracts, and one large company has said they have received both a seven-figure order as a result of exhibiting and more solid sales leads than any other event”.

The event has consistently attracted broad mixture of the manufacturing community ranging from division heads of engineering, chief intelligence officers, project directors to robotics & automation engineers from the likes of BAE Systems, Airbus, AstraZeneca, MBDA, JCB, Oscar Meyer & Unilever as well as number of SMEs keen to get a better understanding what 4.0 means for them.

For the next event there will be a new show running alongside called the World Advanced Materials Summit & Expo, WAMSE for short. This event has evolved out of the support industry 4.0 has received in Manchester, and it will be an event that showcases latest advanced material developments and their application and adoption into manufacturing.

It will cover areas such as composites, graphene, biomaterials & nanomaterials and will link research, government and industry and provide latest thinking on areas such as sustainable packaging & light-weighting.

Both events combined expect to deliver a minimum of 3,500 visitors across the advanced manufacturing & materials communities, and over 120 exhibitors and 80 speakers. Interested parties can get more information at www.industry40summit. com and www.wamse.com or call the organisers at 01642 438225.

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A SOUND INVESTMENT LAFERT

Future proof your motor drive solutions By: Brian Bannister, Motor Specialist, Lafert Electric Motors Ltd “Future proofed” is a description employed by some manufacturers when describing their machines or systems in order to breath confidence into their customers regarding their longevity and long-term suitability for purpose says Brian Bannister of Lafert Electric Motors in the UK. The phrase is intended to convey the machine/system is a sound investment.

Frequently claims are valid at the time, however technology moves on and there are new opportunities for manufacturers and designers to incorporate components that can genuinely impart “Future proofing” qualities for years to come.

IE5, AC electric motors is such an example. From January 2021, the next phase of motor legislation enforces that as a minimum. IE3 efficiency rated motors are used for all applications between 0.75kW and 1000kW with or without a drive.

Accordingly, machinery manufacturers are already incorporating these motors as advised. As a result, however, they are missing the opportunity to build in “Future proofing” characteristics in respect of both energy efficiency and possible reduced overall size and weight of machines whilst also avoiding possible future machine/ system redesigns.

Today, there are motors available that meet IE4 and IE5 energy efficiency specifications and from certain manufacturers it is a tried and tested, well established technology. Some of these motors employ permanent magnet rare-earth technology that enables the motor manufacturers to get more power from smaller motor frame sizes. Weight reductions can be as much as 50% over standard similarly rated units yet offer between 3 to 4 times greater power output than existing similar frame size motors.

In addition to the rare earth route, some manufacturers can also offer motors

employing specially developed permanent magnet ferrite material that achieve similar energy, weight and frame size reductions.

This option also offers the additional benefits of stable pricing and assured supply by avoiding the potential vagaries of rare earth magnet material availability.

Depending upon the performance requirements of the application and the demands of the customer, some manufacturers can supply rotors where the magnets may be surface mounted (SMPM) or internally mounted (IPM)

drive packaged solutions for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV)

Typically, IE4 and IE5 motors are offered as standalone units or with a “piggyback” electric drive as integrated packages.

Ideal applications for them are continuous duty work, such as fans, pumps, compressors and heavy-duty conveyors.

The major benefits to the user are the dramatic cost savings available and comparable short payback times when considering implementing IE4 and IE5 motors within their plant. According to the European Commission website, a more efficient motor can generate savings ranging from a few euros to several tens of thousands of euros over its lifetime, depending on its power and use pattern.

These IE4 and IE5 developments have been achieved by companies drawing upon their experience in various different motor technologies employing rare earth magnets and established technologies, such as servos, combined with their ability to adapt/modify motors to create customised solutions to meet the end users’ requirements.

This last capability has in turn spawned high-performance compact motor variations for specific duties. These include gearless motors for passenger lifts, integrated motor drive units for large circulating fan applications and complete

Electric motors currently account for around 50% of the energy consumed in Europe, the early adoption of the IE4 and IE5 higher efficiency, permanent magnet motors could help accelerate the reduction in the use of electricity and cut the release of CO2 emissions, thereby helping to combat climate change in-line with our UK government environmental policies.

A typical example might be where an 18.5kW 4-pole IE1 motor is replaced by a similar power IE4 motor. If used for 5000 hours per year, with an energy cost of €0.15 per kWh, the IE4 motor would give an annual saving of €386 thereby achieving a very short payback period.

Information above retrieved from an online calculator which can be found here http://www.lafert.com/eng/electric-motorsynchronous-smpm-ie4ie5.php

For further information, please visit www.lafert.com

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TRUSTED PARTNER PARVALUX ELECTRIC MOTORS

Made in Britain, used globally GIVING PACKLINE A LIFT The smooth running of any warehouse or factory depends on materials being processed efficiently and safely and getting materials handling processes right can provide a significant competitive advantage.

Packline Materials Handling has been manufacturing lifting and handling equipment since 1993 supplying the food, drinks, dairy, pharmaceutical and medical industries. Packline initially contacted Parvalux Electric Motors during 2006 and to support their project, Parvalux modified its PM50-63 DC motor and GB4 gearbox combination. This unit remains specified, today.

Managing Director, Paul Winter, says: “We’ve worked with Parvalux for a number of years now and they are a partner we trust. They take the time to understand what we’re trying to achieve and have developed excellent drive solutions that enhance the ‘reliability comes as standard’ message every Packline customer has come to expect from our brand.”

HELPING SKOV KEEP THINGS COOL Successful pork and poultry production requires a specific range of environmental conditions; pigs, for example, can’t regulate their body temperature through perspiration because they lack sweat glands anywhere except their snouts. In poultry production, feed consumption, egg weight and shell quality are affected by temperature, air speed, humidity and light.

Danish manufacturer, SKOV A/S is the market leader in ventilation and farm management systems for animal production. SKOV chooses Parvalux PM10 LWS geared motors to open fresh air inlets in their ventilation products. These products need to cope with all weather conditions and Parvalux helps meet this challenge by providing gearmotors SKOV’s customers can trust.

Parvalux SD8 LWS and SD21 LWS geared motors also drive SKOV’s 20 kg dry feed weighing system. This automated system provides accurate delivery of dry feed during pork production. Like all SKOV products, it’s built to withstand constant use in the most demanding environments.

SKOV’s Strategic Purchaser, Lars Ramsdahl says: “Parvalux geared motors deliver the controllable power,

reliability and high-quality our customers expect from every SKOV solution and we look forward to continuing our close relationship with Parvalux.”

Parvalux builds and customises products in three UK factories and since 1947 has shipped over 20million units to more than 80 countries. sales@parvalux.com +44 (0)1202 512575

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Peer-to-Peer, Distributed Control

Its Importance In Modern Plant Automation

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he concept of distributed control has been around for several decades, but the term has often been coopted to describe systems in which many PLCs or process controllers have been used in a server/client configuration. However, such typically heirachial connections do not provide the flexibility and versatility of devices connected in a peer-to-peer environment where parallel processing between devices enables unrestricted connectivity and almost unlimited expandability.

Peer-to-peer connectivity is much more complex than server/client topologies and requires a sophisticated operating system to ensure the deterministic behaveour essential in reliable control systems.

However, as microprocessors have become more powerful and less expensive, the idea has become both feasible and viable.

As we enter a new era of plant automation, smart devices and sensors require the ability to talk to other intelligent entities, human and inanimate, to carry out their jobs more efficiently, and this is where the conventional PLC, server/client topology introduces a road block. Unless the required communications connection has been pre-programmed into the PLC, the poor lowly slave device is trapped and cannot tell the master what’s going on!

The unique Bardac drive.web distributed control technology provides a peer-to-peer environment in which any device can communicate directly with any other device.

Data transmission between devices is therefore both unimpeded and inherently faster. Even though

the individual devices run asynchronously, the operating system ensures both stable system wide program thread control and precise realtime data using smart time stamping. All drives, programmable controllers, i/o controllers, etc., are both Internet accessible and incorporate a full featured programmable control capability, so as your system gets bigger, each extra component adds more parallel processing capacity and you never run out of steam!

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Two other interesting drive.web products are the speedy controller and the savvy tools.

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At the basic machine level all components are connected by an Ethernet LAN, and the whole system can be accessed either via the LAN or any of the device USB ports. savvyPanel HMI configurations reside in the devices for easy iOS or Android mobile access.

The speedy is a minute processor (less than half the size of your thumb) that easily embeds into most third party drives to provide both onboard programmable control functions and the peerto-peer, distributed control capability, thereby eliminating the potentially isolated nature of the drive.web technology.

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SETTING THE BENCHMARK SCHAEFFLER

Improved performance and reduced costs due to automatic relubrication Schaeffler has developed an ‘e-kit’ specifically for electric motors. This kit is suitable for use with the automatic CONCEPT2 lubricator from Schaeffler which can independently supply up to two lubrication points with lubricant.

The e-kit includes the CONCEPT2 lubricator (as either battery-driven or 24 Volt variant) and all the accessories required for mounting and installation. Existing lubrication systems can thus be easily adapted to a fully-automatic relubrication system. The e-kit contains angled hose connectors and a 3m length of hose which can be shortened as required. The kit also includes a mounting bracket with a set of small parts for mounting at an angle of 45 or 90 degrees using eye bolts and the hose connectors for a 6mm diameter hose to replace the existing lubrication nipple.

Automatic relubrication devices provide fresh lubricating grease to the contact points of the rolling bearing in the desired quantity and at the right time. They can also be controlled externally as required and are easy to integrate into machine operation. Under- and overlubrication and the resulting downtimes can be avoided just as reliably as system contamination due to excess lubricant. For maintenance personnel, automated relubrication devices

mean considerably less work, improved operating reliability and often reduced maintenance costs.

CONCEPT2 uses Schaeffler Arcanol lubricating greases. They provide specific lubrication properties for almost every type of industrial application. All Arcanol lubricants are extensively tested for their suitability. This includes many test rig tests which simulate a range of installation conditions and thus investigate the interaction between the rolling bearing and the lubricating grease under real conditions.

COMPLETE SOLUTIONS PACKAGE FOR ELECTRIC MOTORS Schaeffler offers a complete solutions package for electric motors, including bearings and automatic lubricators – all of which are designed to help improve the performance, reliability and operating life of electric motors.

GENERATION C BEARINGS Schaeffler bearings continue to set benchmarks when it comes to important technical characteristics such as minimising friction and noise. The Generation C range of deep groove ball bearings from Schaeffler incorporate two new sealing concepts. Reduced grease loss and better protection against contamination extend the grease operating life and therefore the operating life of the bearing. The new Z-type dust shield with its innovative labyrinth seal, helps to reduce grease loss by 20%, and reduces contamination by 30% compared to the previous design. The patented ELS lip seal (optional) provides maximum sealing at low friction and is particularly suitable for alternating axial loads, such as those found in the wheel bearings of motorcycles. This improved sealing, without any additional friction losses, is due to the innovative shape of the lip, which is perfectly matched to the ring recess.

Furthermore, the recesses have now been moved to the interior of the bearing, significantly improving its robustness during handling and mounting. In addition, noncontact BRS lip seals and HRS lip seals, which start at the inner ring, are available with increased sealing performance in the standard range.

The high quality of the balls and a noiseoptimised cage enable Generation C bearings to run at significantly reduced noise levels compared to conventional deep groove ball bearings. Also, optimised osculation reduces friction.

These characteristics can be attributed to numerous improvements to raceway parameters in terms of roundness, waviness, roughness and tighter manufacturing tolerances. Reduced friction also means lower energy costs during operation.

CURRENT-INSULATED BEARINGS While deep groove ball bearings are often the most suitable type of rolling bearing for electric motor applications, Schaeffler also provides other types of rolling bearings used in electric motors such as cylindrical roller bearings, angular contact ball bearings, spindle bearings and axial self-aligning roller bearings. Many of these bearings can be offered as current-insulated versions with either a ceramic coating on the rings or ceramic rolling elements to provide optimum protection against damaging current transmission.

For example, ball bearings can have their inner or outer ring coated with Schaeffler’s INSUTECT (ceramic) coating, which provides secure protection against disruptive voltages from 1,000V DC up to 5,000V DC. Different coating thicknesses provide differing levels of protection.

Similarly, bearings can be fitted with rolling elements made from high quality ceramic material that provides optimum insulation protection, resulting in longer bearing and grease operating life. Ceramic balls also ensure optimum emergency running characteristics.

For further information, please visit www.schaeffler.co.uk

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Fit and precision when you need it most

The The CONCEPT2 CONCEPT2 automatic automatic lubricator lubricator from from Schaeffler Schaeffler provides provides up up to to two two bearing bearing points points with with precise precise lubrication. lubrication. In In addition addition to to high high performance performance grease grease lubrication, lubrication, CONCEPT2 CONCEPT2 is is also also available available for for use use with with oil. oil. Bearings Bearings installed installed in in the the machine machine are are supplied supplied with with the the precise precise quantity quantity of of lubrication lubrication at at the the right right time. time. For For convenience convenience we we offer offer CONCEPT2 CONCEPT2 as as an an E-KIT E-KIT option, option, ensuring ensuring you you have have the the correct correct accessories accessories for for mounting mounting and and installation. installation.

Design Design and and control control of of CONCEPT2 CONCEPT2 is is simple simple with with very very little little programming programming required, required, with with the the E-KIT E-KIT option option integrating integrating seamlessly seamlessly into into your your machine machine control control system. system. www.schaeffler.co.uk www.schaeffler.co.uk

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NSK bearings help bakery save €9400 per annum

A large bakery has replaced the type of bearings used in its cake-cutting machines after experiencing repeat failures on the integral blade saw pulleys.

The switch to NSK MoldedOil bearings immediately reduced maintenance costs and increased productivity, leading to total savings of approximately €9400 a year.

NSK´s Molded-Oil bearings (stainless steel variant) are ideal for applications in food and beverage plants. Not only do they prevent the ingress of

contaminants such as water and particulates, but no lubricant can escape the bearing and enter other parts of the machine, where it could conceivably contact food. Molded-Oil bearings are equipped with a proprietary oil-impregnated material that consists of lubricating oil and a polyolefin resin with an affinity for oil. This carrier material releases the lubricant continuously over a long period.

For more information, visit www.nskeurope.com

WEG presents decentralised low-power variable speed drives WEG, a leading global manufacturer of motors and drives, has launched a new member of the MW500 series of variable speed drives (VSDs).

Designed for decentralised installation, the MW500 VSDs are now available for operating induction motors with low power in the range of 370 to 550 W. The MW500 supports both voltage vector control (VVW) and V/f characteristic curve control and offers a robust and durable solution. The VSD can handle an overload of 150 per cent for 60 seconds every ten minutes and can be deployed at ambient temperatures — up to 40°C wall mounting or 50°C for motor mounting.

A sturdy housing design with protection rating IP66 or NEMA 4X allows the VSDs to be mounted directly on the motor terminal box or on the wall using an adapter plate. This eliminates the need for a motor feed cable and switch cabinet, allowing users to install the MW500 close to the controlled motor, increasing deployment flexibility.

More information on the MW500 series can be found on the WEG website, along with a full range of the company’s VSDs. To discover out where to buy the MW500 series, please click here to find your local distributor.

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Sales, Electro-Wind Ltd. 01782 776321 sales@electro-wind.co.uk West Avenue, Nelson Industrial Estate, Talke, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST7 1TR, United Kingdom.

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ENERGY MANAGEMENT SOLUTION SIEMENS

Siemens enables holistic energy data analysis in buildings At this year’s Light+Building trade show, Siemens Smart Infrastructure will show the first energy management solution that holistically captures energy data in buildings. It collects data all the way to the final circuit without any additional wiring or space requirements. All electrical data – from the power feed-in to the socket outlet – can then be seamlessly integrated into building management systems and analyzed by cloud-based applications. This makes the electrical infrastructure an integral part of smart buildings that are connected via the Internet of Things (IoT). Operators and users gain maximum transparency over their energy flows and benefit from end-to-end digitalization.

“The days of electricity flowing through cables unobserved are numbered. With digitalization, it will be possible in the future to not only fully monitor electricity, but also to control it flexibly and use it much more efficiently. We already provide the basis for

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this with our technologies,” said Andreas Matthé, CEO of Low Voltage Products, Siemens Smart Infrastructure.

DIGITALIZATION OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS With the new 5SL6 miniature circuit breakers (MCB) and 5SV6 arc fault detection devices (AFDD) from the Sentron portfolio, Siemens brings digitalization to electrical installations. The compact devices combine overload, short circuit and arc fault protection with integrated communication and measuring functions in just one modular width (MW). They can measure electrical values such as current and voltage, as well as temperature and switching states for individual circuits and automatically identify error causes. Operators and electrical installers can quickly recognize loads with increased power consumption, as well as anomalies and disruptions in the electrical

installation and intervene early on. All the data can be visualized on a PC, tablet or smartphone and connected to analytics tools and digital environments through the new 7KN Powercenter 1000 gateway.

INTEGRATED BUILDING AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT The updated Sentron “powermanager” power monitoring software consolidates building and energy management in one single platform. Version 4.x can be used as a stand-alone software or, for the first time, integrated into the Siemens Desigo CC building management system as an expansion module. This allows all energy distribution and building automation systems to be operated, monitored and managed from a single system. Sentron “powermanager” analyzes electrical parameters such as voltage, currents and power quality.

Especially, small and medium-sized businesses benefit from the easy-to-use software. They can easily identify potential savings or system errors, reduce energy costs and cut CO 2 emissions. All analyses can be shown in flexibly configurable dashboards or report templates and assigned to cost centers. Users are automatically notified by e-mail or text messages (SMS) of irregularities in energy consumption or unusual system behavior.

The days of electricity flowing through cables unobserved are numbered

In addition, integration in Desigo CC enables regression analyses. By comparing consumption data with information from presence detectors, for example, it can be determined if energy for lighting, heating or air conditioning is being used in temporarily unoccupied parts of the building. If electrical systems such as elevators or escalators consume an unusually large amount of electricity, this can be similarly compared with the maintenance intervals defined in the building management. If necessary, these must be shortened to avoid expensive repairs and breakdowns.

REAL-TIME ENERGY DATA ANALYSIS VIA APP The new Sentron “powermind” app analyzes energy data directly in MindSphere, the cloud-based, open IoT operating system from Siemens. Users see a real-time overview of current energy consumption and trends over time – both for entire systems as well as individual electrical loads. The app is easy to use and requires no specific IT skills, allowing even inexperienced users to enter the world of digital energy management.

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FOREFRONT OF INNOVATION TR FASTENINGS

TR Fastenings prioritises customer experience with educational sheet metal videos TR Fastenings (TR), the global specialist in the design, engineering, manufacture and distribution of high quality industrial fasteners, has made a significant investment in its website as part of its commitment to further enhancing the customer journey. The company has created a series of educational and informative videos to help clients better understand which of their innovative products are best suited to their exact requirements.

The helpful and explanatory animations – which also include product information and key considerations about each product – have been created for the company’s range of fasteners for sheet metal. There are many methods for joining parts to thin sheet metal or joining two sheets of metal together, and the videos cover the vast majority of methods available.

For over 45 years, TR has been at the forefront of sheet metal fastener innovation, manufacture and distribution. Offering a wide range of products to suit a number of different applications and sectors, the company confidently delivers multiple solutions for a whole host of industry requirements. Whether a potential customer is looking to press, rivet or weld during manufacturing or assembly processes, TR’s product portfolio offers a range of options to suit:

The helpful and explanatory animations – which also include product information and key considerations about each product – have been created for the company’s range of fasteners for sheet metal.

Pressing: TR is a trusted manufacturer and distributor of an extensive range of fasteners for pressing installation, including its own branded Hank® Self Clinch Fasteners and Hank® Rivet Bushes.

Riveting: The company offers a vast variety of stocked sheet metal, Blind Rivets and Blind Rivet Nuts for a wide range of applications.

Welding: TR stocks a huge range of easyto-install Weld Studs and Weld Nuts suitable for an extensive range of sheet metal applications.

TR’s manufacturing network spans two continents and represents approximately a

third of the Group’s business. The company’s logistical capabilities ensure parts are made to meet quality, volume, cost and delivery needs.

With in-house quality and application engineers, along with a friendly and knowledgeable sales force, TR can efficiently deliver a range of sheet metal fasteners to meet the needs of many different industries.

TR FASTENINGS LTD sales@trfastenings.com T: 08454 811 800 Social Media: Twitter: http://twitter.com/trfastenings Facebook: http://facebook.com/trfastenings Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/company/ tr-fastenings YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/ UC7CDCQpYcDRzlH75RTfXC7g

For further information, please visit www.trfastenings.com

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TR Fastenings has been at the forefront of sheet metal fastening solutions for over 45 years, supplying fastening components to more than 5,000 companies worldwide.

Stocking over 100,000 sheet metal products, TR’s product offering includes our own branded Hank® Self Clinch fasteners and Hank® Rivet Bushes, which are highly regarded throughout the sheet metal industries.

Sheet Metal Product Range

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HIGH-SPEED DATA TRANSFER NEW YORKER ELECTRONICS

New Exxelia Ultra-Broadband Capacitors Ensure Low Insertion over Wide Bandwidth up to 40GH New Yorker Electronics, a global franchise distributor of the Exxelia Group, is now distributing three new series of Exxelia Ultra-Broadband Dielectric Ceramic Capacitors. These new broadband capacitors show low insertion loss up to 40GHz are perfect for Optoelectronics, High-Speed Data transfers and more.

designed for optoelectronics and highspeed data, broadband test equipment and broadband applications and broadband microwave / millimeter wave amplifiers and oscillators. In circuit applications, it is ideal for DC Blocking, Coupling and Bypassing applications.

Thanks to Exxelia’s extensive MLCC manufacturing experience, New Yorker Electronics’ has well extended its RF capacitors product offerings with these new ultra-broadband series, the XBL, UBL and UBZ. Unveiled at the 2019 European Microwave Week tradeshow in Paris, the Ultra-Broadband Capacitors are available in standard EIA sizes compatible with SMT ‘pick and place’. And, its highly reliable

Exxelia is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high reliability passive components. Exxelia Technologies (formerly Eurofarad) is a designer and manufacturer of complex passive components and precision subsystems: ceramic, plastic film and mica capacitors, filters, position sensors, slip rings and precision mechanics for high technology applications: Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Space, Rail and Oil Exploration.

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ceramic material is also compatible with any soldering processes. The new series ensures an ultra-low insertion loss and excellent return loss over a wide bandwidth.

The UBL, UBZ and XBL Series are primarily

FEATURES & BENEFITS: • EIA 0201 and 0402 Case sizes • Low insertion loss up to 40 GHz• RoHS Compliant

Exxelia is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high reliability passive components.

APPLICATIONS: • Optoelectronics / High-speed data • Broadband test equipment & applications • Broadband microwave / millimeter wave amplifiers and oscillators New Yorker Electronics currently has the ceramic broadband capacitors available for orders. NYE is franchise distributor of the Exxelia Group, and supplies its full line of Film, Mica, Tantalum, Aluminum Electrolytics

and Ceramic Capacitors as well as its EMI/ RFI Filters, Magnetics, Position Sensors, Slip Rings and Rotary Joints.

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THE NEW LED VARIOLINE STEGO

Varioline Enclosure Lamp: More Light and Variability

Stego introduces the new LED Varioline, the most effective LED enclosure lamp within the STEGO product range so far. Its powerful and homogeneous lighting ensure natural vision and confusion-free color reproduction which are key to user safety in enclosures. Versions with an optional integrated socket provide for additional application options.

The Varioline LED enclosure lamp from STEGO combines bright lighting with compact dimensions. Available in two versions with sizes from 400 to 700 mm, it provides more than 1,000 Lm / 1,700 Lm at a moderate power consumption of 11 W / 16 W. Even large enclosures & panels are thoroughly illuminated in their depth and height. Its translucent and thus glare-free

rotatable light tube is equipped with bright mid-power LEDs. With a beam angle of 120° these enable homogeneous illumination within control cabinets and enclosures.

Specially selected LEDs provide for a long service life of 60,000 hours, which make the Varioline virtually maintenance-free.

The Varioline emits tried-and-tested 6,500 K coloured daylight, so users benefit from natural vision conditions and confusion-free colour rendition.

All of the Variolineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s variability comes into play, when in addition to excellent lighting extra electrical devices need to be operated. For example, the Varioline LED 121/122 offers an integrated socket for the power connection of laptops or diagnostic devices. Numerous European and

international plug types, such as e.g. the US and Australia, are available.

The LED Varioline also features versatile switching options. On-off switch, motion detector or connection for an external door contact switch allow for adaption to the requirements of each individual application.

Screw or magnet fixing are available as mounting options and offer flexible and vibration-proof installation. Daisy chaining makes it easy to configure more extensive lighting situations. Up to eight lamps can be connected serially.

For further information, please visit www.stego.co.uk

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Making Power Easy To Connect Famatel UK Ltd is part of Famatel Spain www.famatel.com We are one of five subsidiaries in Europe and the USA, we have established our self in the Southwest of England supplying Industrial Plugs and socket 24v range and full 16a to 125a Plugs sockets and switch gear and distribution equipment.

We have grown up in a challenging market and have achieved good penetration into the UK market and have product specified via consultants and specifiers, with a keen eye on quality and competitive pricing, however we do not sacrifice quality.

keen driver of producing our products like the RCD switched socket and customer build units to the highest standard always using quality products from the Cable (Tri Rated) to Devices supplied by well know manufactures, having confidence knowing the devices we fit have been tested and ready for use and minimise down time on sites to device failures.

We produce our range to our highest quality possible, Famatel UK Ltd distributes its products via the Electrical wholesale channel in the UK. Our customers then focus on Electrical contractors small to large involved in turn with blue chip clients within in the general Electrical contractor sector and within commercial and industrial specifiers.

the Nano light a first to the UK a LED high quality 240v pendant light source in mains and Emergency, and also is available in 24v, 110v, 240v, with a 50,000 hr life it has to be a product to take notice of with gland fitted and the ability to cable through and to hang up and link together into a string, combining standard and emergency units together making them easy to see in orange for Emergency and black for standard.

Custom Build with a compact design we can offer an Electrical distribution system that is design for your needs and meets your commercial requirements, with quality made parts and assembled into a power distribution system that gives you the edge.

Nano, having an eye of new products like

RCD Switched sockets with changes in the UK Electrical regulations Famatel have been a

It is always our goal to make a transaction or projects with Famatel UK run smoothly and have a positive feel. Feel free to send you enquiry to sales@famatel.co.uk.

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Don’t be held back by a part number With an impressive selection of over 25 industry-leading brands and several new product ranges added to Rhopoint Components’ portfolio in 2019, they have taken steps towards serving the ever-growing demand for customised solutions in the electronics industry. Off-the-shelf products no longer sufficient and using a close-enough part often means a compromise elsewhere.

Rhopoint Components represent carefully selected manufacturers who can satisfy this market shift, while continuing to serve the industries where the flexibility and high quality have always been important. Whether an

unusual package, resistance value, tolerance beyond the datasheet values or specialist terminations, Rhopoint Components offer customisation on the vast majority of their range of passive and active electronic components as well as pressure, temperature and liquid level sensors. Custom components can be surprisingly cost effective – often in line with the standard models, in addition to saving cost elsewhere in form of saved board space or eliminated need for an additional component.

To see how Rhopoint can help equip your design with the right components, contact their technical sales team or visit their website.

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• Resistance value • Tolerances • TCR • Package • Terminations • Lead lengths and more....

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Fully customisable electronic components and sensors with low MOQ Call 01342 330 470 to discuss your requirement today sales@rhopointcomponents.com www.rhopointcomponents.com

New, OLED display with USB, SPI, I²C and PCAP touch

New safety lock out for mains cut outs

MMS Electronics Ltd introduced two new intelligent graphic OLED display with PCAP touch, USB, SPI and I²C interface. Two screen sizes are available: EA PLUGL128-6 2.9” diagonal 128x64 pixel and the smaller EA PLUGS102-6 1.7” diagonal 102x64 pixel. The displays are easily programmed with powerful graphic commands and integrated fonts. New fonts are added with the free development software. Text, images, animations and macro code can be saved on-board the display. Text and pictures can be rotated for the display to be used in landscape or portrait mode. OLED display technology is extremely fast, offers high contrast on a pure black background with nearly 180° wide viewing angle.

Now available from Martindale Electric – leaders in safe isolation and electrical safety – is the new LOK6W, a simple and effective locking off device for Henley and Lucy mains supply cut outs.

Designed to restrict finger access to live contacts and prevent the reinsertion of a fuse whilst maintenance is in progress, the LOK6W is an essential accessory to keep electricians, installation teams and their customers safe in accordance with Electricity at Work Regulations.

In common with the LOK6, the new LOK6W features an extendable design which also makes it suitable for larger Red Spot type fuse holders rated at 63A and 100A

MMS Electronics Ltd is a specialist supplier of LCD, OLED and TFT displays and UK distributor for Electronic Assembly Gmbh.

MMS Electronics Ltd Tel 01943.877668 www.mmselectronics.co.uk

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For more information, please contact Martindale Electric on 01923 441717 or visit: www.martindale-electric.co.uk

Seamless engineering of building automation and electrical installations Bergkirchen. Suppliers of technology for buildings, building automation companies, planning offices and electrical installers need efficient tools to optimize the costs and enable efficient sharing of information. WSCAD GmbH will show the innovative features of its unique “Little Closed BIM” E-CAD solution in Hall 11, Booth C80 at Light + Building, held from March 8th to 13th in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and in Hall 10, Booth D710 at Drives + Controls, held from April 21st to 23rd at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. WSCAD SUITE X enables interdisciplinary engineering for building automation, electrical and fluid power systems using the same database.

For further information on WSCAD SUITE X, please contact WSCAD’s UK sales team on 0203 966 2446 or UKsales@wscad.com, or visit www.wscad.com

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Designed specificially with critical cleaning in mind, Sontara® offers performance you can trust.

Superb mechanical strength, excellent absorbency and extremely low lint are just some of the features that make Sontara wipes so well renowned.

AMS approved products now available!

Call us today on +44 (0)1708 377330 sales@harrisonwipes.co.uk www.harrisonwipes.co.uk Sontara® is a registered trademark of Jacob Holm & Sons AG and is used under license by Harrison Wipes.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

IDEAL HOUSING SOLUTION GLASDON

Glasdon is ‘in its Element’ with latest GRP Housing Glasdon UK’s high-quality Buildings and Housing range has expanded with their latest cost-effective, GRP modular housing: Element.

Designed for a wide variety of applications, Element™ GRP Housing has an IP54 rating and incorporates modular panels to aid with flexibility and growth. Customers are able to choose from 10 standard sizes in accordance with their business storage needs.

Further customisation of the Element building is available with a choice of optional fittings. A vent or gland plate can extend Element’s usage opportunities, and a wide range of locking systems can provide extra security and peace of mind for housing sensitive equipment.

Suzanne Warren, Customer Support Manager of the Buildings and Housings Division said: “Our customers trust our high-quality design and manufacturing process, and wanted to be able to choose a cost-effective, resilient housing solution that would last.

“A wide choice of sizes, fixtures and fittings mean Element™ can be easily customised, making it an ideal housing solution.”

Element’s corrosion, vandal and weather resistant GRP panels feature a semi-gloss, light grey outer laminate, which is suitable for all conditions and easy to maintain throughout its long service life with an inner laminate layer providing flame retardancy.

Delivered fully assembled and ready for anchoring into position with self-tapping masonry bolts, Element’s capabilities can quickly and easily be put to use.

Glasdon Launch Steel Citadel™ Industrial Cabinets and Enclosures The versatile Citadel range, offers a costeffective solution to the secure housing of equipment for a variety of industrial applications. Available in five industry

standard sizes, the cabinets can be supplied with or without vents for IP56 rated protection.

Citadel steel cabinets provide protection and security for electrical equipment, metering and monitoring devices and network technologies. Manufactured in plastic coated steel with a 2mm stainless steel chassis and featuring all-round double skinned insulation and reinforced door, Citadel cabinets are strong and resilient.

will protect your equipment and keep its neat appearance.

The Plastisol external finish of these cabinets provides resistance against abrasions and vandalism as well as meaning that the Citadel cabinet will require minimal maintenance without the need for coating or painting during its long service life.

Designed with a forward sloping roof that will prevent liquids and debris from collecting on the top of the cabinet, Citadel

For more information on these and other Glasdon products visit www.glasdon.com

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FASTENERS & FIXINGS

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT STAR FASTENERS

The Huck® Penta-Lok® Lightweight Panel Fastener Innovation in fastening technology The Huck Penta-Lok structural fastener has come to the market driven by the need for a fastener specifically designed for the lightweight panel market; a material used increasingly in the manufacturing sector.

Thanks to its high pull-out strength, PentaLok is suited for use within thin materials or delicate composites.

We recognised a gap in the market for a mechanical blind fastener that can be quickly installed in the multiple variations of sandwich, ridged and composite panels.

The ever-evolving lightweight panels are being used in a wide range of applications.

Star Fasteners specific focus was to fasten LoadLok® / load restraint systems and other components to the lightweight

Huck Range Force™ Battery Tool

panels used in the commercial vehicle market.

Penta-Lok’s reduced flange diameter allows installation against raised profiles and has been specifically designed for the secure fastening of profiled cargo load restraint and areas with restricted space, such as door gear and latches.

“The Huck Penta-Lok is an easy-to-install, 6.4mm diameter, all steel (body and mandrel) plated, peel structural fastener with superior blind side strength. It has a neat domed head and its positive mechanical pin retention ensures structural integrity. It has been designed as an efficient and effective fastener; when cargo

is locked and secured to the sub frame of a trailer or train waggon it experiences high environmental stresses, so the fastener needs to be robust and work hard” says Dan Starbuck.

Penta-Lok’s uniquely engineered peel system installs with ease into shallow panels. If the tip of the body is inserted into material (minimum 8mm composite / honeycomb /foam core panel) the PentaLok will do the rest. The installation process seats the flange to the surface of the material as it claws itself in on the blind side; resulting in a supportive load spread of approximately 16mm.

“In our experience, installation into Alucore®, Cortinium® and other well know brands of lightweight, ridged, high-performance panels has been extremely successful.

The Huck Penta-Lok is an easy-to-install, 6.4mm diameter, all steel (body and mandrel) plated, peel structural fastener with superior blind side strength.

Huck Penta-Lok key feature, wide load spread (installed blind-side view)

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Huck Penta-Lok 6.4Ø all steel structural fastener

Huck Penta-Lok Cross Section

damage or recyclable options available, so it made sense to design a strong fastener that works and performs well in a broad spectrum of plastic, honeycomb aluminium and multi composite boards,” says Starbuck.

These panels clearly have weight advantages, they have become the go-to choice for commercial vehicle manufacturers, driven in-part for the need to cut weight and ultimately Co2 emissions.

The panel market is evolving at a fast pace with a wide range of options available.

Vehicle manufacturers can now offer their customers a choice of material, sandwich composition, performance, sizes and finishes. Customers want the flexibility to specify the lightest, the most resilient to

Used within the correct grip it does not dent the sandwich panel or pull through the material. Penta-Lok has the advantage over adhesives in that it is fast to install, particularly if installed with Huck’s new Range Force lightweight battery tool. It is a perfect fastener to use in conjunction with adhesives and sealants. Using the Huck Penta-Lok in key areas of a build enables quick panel stability; no need for as many clamps or tape and the project can immediately be moved onto the next production process allowing the adhesive

to effectively cure. In a fully recyclable panel such as Technolite® which has an aluminium honeycomb core and faced with aluminium sheet, Penta-Lok offers a secure fastening solution that can also be recycled when it reaches the end of its useful life.

The longevity of a finished product is undoubtedly connected to the quality of materials used. Huck fasteners are a proven, versatile, quality fastening solution.

As well as being the largest UK stockist of the Huck® fastener brand and an authorised tool service and repair workshop, Star Fasteners stock a comprehensive range of rivets. These include standard, sealed, multi-grip and many specials for bespoke applications and are available in a wide range of materials and finishes. An in-house powder coating service ensures that any stock item can be coloured to meet customers’ requirements and despatched at short notice. For more information on our complete range of services go to www.starfasteners.co.uk Email: sales@starfasteners.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1159 324939

Penta-Lok installation sequence

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Weighing the benefits of a loading arm over traditional hose assemblies One of Dixon’s newest product developments is our loading arm which can be configured and built to a customer’s specification. Dixon’s loading arms are engineered for long life performance as well as ease of use in the field and can be used to overcome some of the typical issues and complications faced in the transfer of liquids.

Loading arms are becoming the standard choice over hoses for certain applications in refineries, chemical plants, food & beverage processing plants, rail terminals and truck terminals. There are many variables involved in making the decision to purchase a loading arm. They can be based on application, material, location, site limitations, etc. Safety should always be considered first when protecting your most important asset, your employees. Is a loading arm actually a safer option than a standard hose assembly? It is important to review key factors and examine the impact on safety when looking to make a choice between the two.

The design of the Dixon loading arm incorporates an additional safety factor by having a steel housing for the Counterbalance torsion spring rather than the conventional plastic housing for better durability and long life performance. The unique counterbalance

adjustment mechanism allows the torsion spring to be safely adjusted easily and quickly without having to remove the housing.

REPETITIVE TASKS

Are the tasks being performed repetitive? A loading arm will be mounted and have a distinct range of motion. A hose can be maneuvered more flexibly, although this movement is typically done by having an employee drag the hose around manually. If the location of the connection point involves consistent location, such as at a fuel terminal, a loading arm application would be the best choice. This application will last longer than a standard hose assembly due to the loading arm being suspended where it can not drag on the ground like a hose can. Many times a hose that is used on a consistent basis can only last weeks or months while a loading arm can last years or even tens of years with proper maintenance.

ENVIRONMENT

Are your hoses causing a tripping hazard?

Are employees constantly having to step over or go around the hose assembly? A loading arm removes these hazards because they are mounted off the ground. They can be articulated into a folded position, out of the way to provide a cleaner, less-hazardous environment. Are your

hoses continuously being dragged? This can cause hoses to wear and burst, causing a spill. If the media is potentially hazardous this could be even more serious than a minor spill clean up.

IN CONCLUSION

When choosing between a hose assembly or a loading arm, always examine the three topics above before making your decision. There are many other factors involved, but these three topics can be a quick indicator when studying the safety aspect of your decision.

The best way to make an informed decision is to discuss your specific applications and needs with a market specialist. Loading arms are offered in various custom configurations and can be supplied as complete turnkey assemblies or individual components. Dixon are always ready to help you make an informed decision and select the right connection As part of its vast portfolio Dixon manufactures liquid and dry material transfer products for use within the transportation sector such as railcar connectors, cam and groove, overfill protection, level sensing equipment, drop elbows, API fittings and valves.

T: +44 (0) 1772 323529 | E: marketing@dixoneurope.co.uk

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FLUID HANDLING

Fluid Carrying

Flexibility Articulated Torsion Pipework In Hoses Rotating Cylinders

Swivel Joints Swivel joints allow pipework to pressure 1/4” to 40” and beyond.

Vacuum to over 20,000psi.

Stock and bespoke production.

Unique bearing/seal design for longer life.

ISO 9001 CE marked where applicable.

Looking at Rotaflow’s Repair, Reuse and Recycle Approach In an age where greener work practices and recycling is being brought to the forefront of our collective attention, Derbyshire based swivel joint specialists, Rotaflow, are doing their bit to repair, reuse and recycle wherever possible.

There’s a triple benefit here – first of all there’s a reduction in the amount of perfectly good parts that need to be disposed of, potentially contributing to the rising pressure on landfill sites. Secondly, there’s a much faster turnaround for the customer. Stripping, cleaning and refurbishing parts is typically significantly faster than the design and manufacture of new parts.

This allows a job to be completed quickly, allowing the business to move on to other projects.

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The third benefit is cost – Rotaflow always advise if it is not cost effective to repair a swivel joint over the price

of a replacement. If it can be refurbished then as a customer you’d always pays less for the job, which allows the savings to be passed down the line.

Another, perhaps more subtle benefit is the reputation boost for you as a business. If you’re honest enough to suggest a parts repair and refurbishment rather than a more costly full replacement, you’ll save your customer money and would be more likely to secure repeat business from them in the future.

www.rotaflow.com

LABTEX Labtex supplies leading laboratory products including HUBER liquid temperature control systems, DIEHM glass reaction systems to 100 litres, PREMEX and AMAR high pressure autoclaves, POPE wiped film or short path evaporators and distillation systems, Nutsche filter dryers, BOLA labware in PTFE and other technical plastics, Vacuubrand vacuum pumps, ASECOS storage solutions for hazardous materials to BS EN 14470-1 and SICCO desiccators.

We also work with LLG Germany, the 3rd largest lab supplies distributor in Europe and have a catalogue of 20,000 items from over 200 respected brands.

We are now distributing the advanced metering pump range developed by the highly regarded and innovative Heidelberg based company, ProMinent. This exciting new specialism will further enhance our ability to offer solutions for an increasingly wide range of scale-up processes.

The foundation of ProMinent’s global success story is high-quality products based on decades of engineering expertise, an in-depth understanding of applications and continuous innovation.

The modular ProMinent range, integrated into carefully designed solutions, will enable customers in a wide range of industries to achieve maximum safety and efficiency in their production processes.

commitment to environmentally sound, sustainable and cost-effective solutions for metering technology in the pharmaceutical, chemical and manufacturing sectors.

Greg Smith, Managing Director at Labtex, said “ProMinent group’s position as a global market leader means a continuous commitment to excellent products and services and an obligation to think and act responsibly. It is a real privilege to be working with such a great company, with an innovative culture and commitment to excellence, very similar to ours. I look forward to the journey ahead.”

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CREATING A SAFER WORKPLACE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY EVENT

The UK’s flagship event for health and safety returns to the NEC Birmingham Taking place on the 28-30 April, The Health and Safety Event will return to the NEC Birmingham. It is the annual meeting point for health and safety professionals to share insights and discover the newest solutions to help them achieve their goals in creating a safer workplace.

With a focus on promoting and improving health and safety standards, education will be at the heart of the event. Supported by industry leading bodies including AIF, BOHS, HSE, Energy Institute, NEBOSH, UKATA, IOSH to mention a few, British Safety Council will also be returning to deliver their conference to help raise the standard in health and safety management.

With 150+ hours of expert led content and CPD accredited, the agenda will be packed with practical guidance, support and advice so delegates can come away with the tools they need to implement in their own workplace.

CPD ACCREDITED EDUCATION PROGRAMME The British Safety Council Conference will be opened by the new Chief Executive of HSE, Sarah Albon. Her keynote will outline the regulator’s role in ensuring senior management leadership on health and safety within an organisation, as well as HSE regulator’s future focus and strategy.

Sarah Albon will also finish her keynote session to observe a minute silence at 11am to commemorate the Workers’ Memorial Day. Held on 28 April every year and officially recognised by the UK government, we will remember those who were killed and injured at work. Across the three days you will have the chance to hear about wellbeing in the modern workplace, risk management and new regulatory changes and significance of the regulatory framework.

The Knowledge Exchange, sponsored by Southalls will feature a panel of industry experts to cover topical issues and challenges facing HS professionals today.

Sessions include promoting health and

wellbeing, working from height, mitigating the risk of mental ill-health, health implications of asbestos and hearing protections to mention a few.

Working in partnership with Lone Worker Safety Live, the Lone Worker Theatre will be hosted by Nicole Vazquez and will address the key issues of safety, security and wellbeing. Attendees will have the chance to learn about the specific challenges faced by lone workers and come away with ideas and practical strategies on how to assess and manage the risks.

New and re-edited, the Safety Logistics & Machinery Safety Theatre will offer expert advice and guidance on this vitally important area. The content programme will tackle the key safety hot spots in the world of warehousing and logistics as well as safety whilst using machinery in the workplace. Don’t miss key sessions including maintaining safe production in a smart factory, machine safety compliance post Brexit and boosting your forklift safety culture.

Exclusive to The Health and Safety Event, we are delighted to announce a new theatre HSE Connect. In partnership with Health and Safety Executive (HSE), they will be curating a dedicated programme to equip practitioners with the training and tools to meet the requirements and professional standards in the workplace.

NEW FOR 2020 New for 2020, is the Machinery Safety Zone, which is supported by Premier Partners Pilz UK, Machine Safety and Turck Banner. This dedicated area will showcase the latest technologies and solutions around this vitally important area of the workplace and will also offer specially curated CPD-accredited content. Covering many aspects of machinery safety including guarding, risk assessments, training, digitalisation, robotics & automation, and safety sensors;

stay informed on all the latest machine safety issues.

Another new feature is the Professional Development Zone sponsored by HSE Recruitment Network, will offer expert advice to advance your career and support future growth as a HS professional. Within this interactive zone, you will also have the chance to see live onstage interviews and content sessions on personal branding, psychometric profiling and developing a modern and engaged safety culture.

The British Safety Industry Federation will also be hosting a networking lounge that offers the opportunity to learn about procuring PPE from reputable Registered Safety Suppliers and see demonstrations of quality control and testing.

Exhibitors already confirmed include Access, Besafe, Beeswift, Diadora, Deltaplus, DuPont, Ergomat, Evaccess, Specsavers, Southalls, Toyota Materials Handling, Polyco Healthcare, Uvex and more.

The Health and Safety Event is the most interactive and informative exhibition in the UK and a must attend for anyone with responsibility for protecting people or premises. Co-located with The Fire Safety Event, The Facilities Event and The Security Event, it will boast 450+ exhibitors and 16,000+ attendees; making this event series the most comprehensive offering dedicated to improving the safety and security of people, property and assets.

For more information, please visit www.healthandsafetyevent.com

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NEXT GENERATION EXTRACTION EXTRACTABILITY

Pulling the trigger on welding fumes

Compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Act 2002 has led to a shift towards fume extraction at source and coincides with the emergence of a range of new, next generation fume extraction torches recently launched by Extractability, a division of Weldability Sif. The SifGun Evolution fume-extraction MIG Torch is more robust than competing models, with a sturdy metal swan neck available in a range of angles and an ergonomic, easy to manipulate, metal trigger.

The SifGun Evolution fume-extraction MIG Torch is more robust than competing models.

The brand-new fume extraction concept includes improved airflow and greater visibility of the weld pool, so while the gun may look very similar, the internals have been totally upgraded. The extraction is close to the weld pool, so the fumes coming from the welding process are extracted immediately.

As a result, the user’s exposure to welding fumes is reduced by up to 95% and the SifGun Evolution, in particular, features an optimised nozzle, which balances pressures to prevent disruption of the shielding gases. This means you can use the same shielding gas flow rates as with a standard MIG torch. The welding torch is delivered ‘ready to use’. It only needs to be connected to a welding machine and extraction unit. The SifGun Evolution fume extraction torch is available in air-cooled and water-cooled versions. The extraction torch is available in 150amp, 250amp and 350amp air-cooled hand-held versions and a 500amp water-cooled version. All with 4 metre cable lengths as standard, 5 and 6 metre length cables available upon request. Conforming to EN60974-4.

Long established manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, Boniface Engineering, recently enlisted Extractability to bring their workplace up to date with the recent health and safety regulations surrounding welding fume. Through the installation of SifVac mobile extraction units and Extractability’s new SifGun Evolution fume extraction MIG torches, Boniface Engineering have ensured the safety of their workforce.

As the welders regularly weld high tensile steel, the extraction systems must be able to keep up with the high intensity usage and volumes of thick fume. Therefore, in addition to the 26 SifVacs and SifGun Evolution torches, the forward thinking and health conscious safety officer at the company also purchased eight ProtectoXtras ensuring a completely fume free environment in their workshop.

For more information, visit www.weldability-sif.com, call the Extractability team at Weldability Sif on 0345 130 7757 or email sales@weldability-sif.com

For further information, please visit www.weldability-sif.com

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Hazardous fumes to clean air with the SifGun Evolution MIG welding torch with intergrated extraction

This kind of on-torch extraction offers up to 95% reduction of fumes and the SifGun in particular features an optimised nozzle, which balances pressures to prevent disruption of the shielding gases

For more information about the SifGun Evolution call us today to discuss

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MasterCheck app provides the paperless solution to mandatory forklift inspections

Alpha Solway

The new MasterCheck app automates the inspection process and provides the supervisor with important operational analytics and management tools on the web-based Supervisor Dashboard.

With Alpha Solway, chemical suits are not only available in standard green! Our revolutionary Chemcre8 system now allows you to design bespoke colour variations by area, identifying and keeping your staff or contractors safe and ensuring they are comfortably protected at all times. This is your bespoke chemical clothing solution. Whatever feature specifications or fabrics you require, or whether you need colour coded suits for different hi-viz areas, the list is (almost!) endless with Chemcre8. Fully compatible with other PPE, the range also helps support environmental programs, helping to reduce waste and disposal costs.

Operators complete forklift inspections, repair reports, accident reports and near-miss reports including photos, quickly on a mobile device or tablet and simply click “send” to have the inspection sent to their supervisor and saved in the cloud. No more looking for lost paper reports – everything is automated!

MasterCheck is currently being used by companies throughout the world, and at $19.99USD per year versus as much as $120.00USD per year with traditional paper booklets, the decision to go automate and go paperless is an easy one. www.mastercheckapp.com

Snickers’ Work Gloves For Healthy Hands There’s one thing that Professional Tradesmen and Women can’t do without if they want to get their jobs done properly – Healthy Hands!

So take good care of your most important tools and choose a pair that’s right for your work to ensure the ultimate in dexterity, durability, comfort and protection. With advanced designs, features and material combinations, there’s something to suit most trades, from bricklayers and roofers, electricians and plumbers, painters and mechanics, facilities and transportation. Added to which the unique ‘curved’ designs ensure strong, secure grips while sophisticated patterns, vents and ribs combined with durable materials that provide cut protection, knuckle protection, ventilation, water and wind protection, even features so you can use your mobile phone. What’s more, for specialist use where health and safety standards are key requirements, all of our Work Gloves are EN certified for performance and protection. www.snickersworkwear.co.uk

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Create colour coded protection for the right area with Chemcre8

Available in XS – 6XL sizes, please visit our website, call 01461 202452 or email sales@alphasolway.com www2.globusgroup.com/alphasolway/ chemcre8

EMMA Safety Footwear added to the Hultafors Group PPE portfolio As customer demands for accreditation, safety, quality and value increase, the Hultafors Group continues to stay one step ahead of the competition. The Hultafors Group’s PPE portfolio already includes market-leading tools, workwear and protective wear brands such as Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear and Toe Guard safety footwear, Hellberg Safety and Hultafors Tools.

The acquisition of EMMA Safety Footwear considerably enhances it range of safety shoes and boots with fully accredited, excellent value footwear to satisfy a wide range of user needs, working environments including light and heavy industry sectors plus office and retail environments.

To get more information on EMMA Safety Footwear, visit the website, call the Snickers Helpline on 01484 854788 or email sales@hultaforsgroup.co.uk www.emmasafetyfootwear.com

RRC Launch New Course: NEBOSH Safety Simplified RRC are the UK’s largest provider of health & safety and environmental management training qualifications, and we are delighted to announce the launch of this new health & safety course. Safety Simplified has been created by NEBOSH and utilises the concept of augmented reality (AR) to bring safety learning to life. This three day course aims to get every member of the workplace involved in health and safety. The ultimate aim is to drive down incidents by ensuring workplace staff are provided with accessible, practical health and safety training. Safety Simplified is suitable for those working in every sector, and requires minimal set-up. The courses uses real-life case studies along with numerous safety issues covered in the AR re-enactments, including noise, vibration, desk working, mechanical hazards and manual handling. Learners will also complete a simple risk assessment.

For further information: call +44(0)20 8944 3100:email info@rrc.co.uk, or visit www.rrc.co.uk

Fender thrust piles under the old pier protected with SeaShield

SeaShieldTM Protection at Falmouth Fuel Piers World Fuel Services Europe Ltd has recently installed Winn & Coales (Denso) Ltd’s SeaShieldTM systems to protect both of their fuel piers, which are also part of the Eastern Breakwater project at Falmouth. Sixteen support pipes on the old pier have been protected with SeaShield 100TM and nine SeaShieldTM 2000FD jackets have been applied on the new pier. The materials were applied on both piers using rope access.

SeaShield systems provide long-term corrosion control for steel, concrete and timber structures in the splash and intertidal zones. They accommodates piles (such as at Falmouth ) with cylindrical, hexagonal, square and H cross sections.

Tel: 0208 670 7511 e-mail: mail@denso.net

Head Protection Respiratory Protection Eye Protection Hearing Protection Working At Height

Tel: +44 (0)1993 826050 uksales@jsp.co.uk www.jspsafety.com

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HEALTH & SAFETY AT WORK INSTITUTION OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH

Improving productivity, efficiency and reputation

Could your business benefit from greater productivity, increased efficiency, reduced costs, enhanced reputation and a safer workplace?

how safety and health can positively impact the whole business.

If so, now is the time to invest in IOSH’s Managing Safely, the market-leading safety and health course for businesses of all sizes.

It has been delivered worldwide for over 25 years by a huge network of training providers. It is tried, tested and trusted.

• It’s contextualised. The content of the course and the scenarios that are explored will directly reflect your sector, workplace and even factors relating to your geography or business demographic. So, it’s easy to put everything they’ve learned into practice.

• It’s world-class. IOSH is the Chartered body for safety and health professionals and the quality of the training and the content of the course reflects that.

And there’s more: • It’s thorough but flexible. With the consequences of safety and health failure potentially fatal, you cannot rush training.

Our three-day course takes the right amount of time to get learners up to speed.

It’s available face-to-face or via e-learning to suit your business needs.

Who should attend?

This course is for anyone who manages or supervises people, in any industry sector or environment. They’ll learn to:

• It’s business focused. IOSH works with business leaders in the development of flexible courses to ensure they deliver the insights and efficiencies you need to gain a competitive edge.

• assess risks • control risks • understand responsibilities • understand hazards • investigate incidents • measure performance

• It’s unique. Managing Safely combines practical step-by-step guidance with an engaging and inspirational approach that will make your managers think afresh about

They’ll learn about the ‘why’ as well as the ‘how’. Why should we look out for our colleagues? Why should we continue to innovate? How can I make a difference?

Successful delegates are awarded an internationally-recognised IOSH Managing Safely certificate.

It’s a vital achievement and demonstrates that they have the knowledge to be more efficient, productive and safe in the workplace – to the benefit of all.

Why IOSH? Here’s why: • Track record. Managing Safely from IOSH is the market leader in safety and health and we’ve trained 172,000 delegates on 23,000 training courses in 76 countries.

• Vision. We can help you prepare for tomorrow. The world of work is transforming at a rapid pace and we want to ensure that you are ready to embrace those changes and profit from them rather than being left behind.

• Status. We are a global organisation with 47,000 members in 130 countries, many of whom are business owners themselves, and we represent their views to governments and regulatory bodies to make sure business can continue to drive the positive change we all need and deserve.

For further information, please visit www.iosh.com

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There’s a reason Managing Safely doesn’t cut corners The consequences of rushing health and safety training can be fatal. So Managing Safely takes exactly the right amount of time to get participants up to speed. That’s why our three day health and safety course is the most popular for line managers, in any sector, worldwide.

Managing Safely Tried. Tested. Trusted. www.iosh.com/managingsafely

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BETTER CYBER PROTECTION KOLABTREE

Using biometrics in industrial control systems The State of Industrial Cybersecurity Report 2018, from the Kaspersky Lab, found that 54 per cent of respondents who had experienced a cyber-attack on their industrial control system (ICS) noticed damage to their products or services. Industrial control systems are critical to business success, so how can we protect them better? Here Emil Pricop, senior lecturer at the Automatic Control, Computers & Electronics Department of the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiesti, Romania, and freelance scientist for Kolabtree, explains how biometrics can increase the physical security of industrial control systems.

Control systems are critical components that run the air conditioning in our homes, the safety of our cars, and even industrial

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facilities — whether it’s a petrochemical plant, oil refinery, power plant or water and sewage treatment plant. In the last decade, the control systems became one of the preferred target for hackers. The attacks can be devastating for a business in more ways than just financially — they can completely disrupt processes, risk human safety, cause environmental harm, result in the leak of confidential information and ultimately lead to the shut-down of an entire facility.

this, businesses are turning to biometric techniques.

BIOMETRIC SECURITY

DNA analysis is an extremely accurate biometric technique, but it is certainly not a practical one as it is invasive and time consuming. Voice recognition is less time consuming, but it still takes over three seconds to verify the user, which would be too slow if immediate action was needed. It can also be inaccurate — a person’s voice can change if they are ill, or a recording could be used to trick the system.

Radio frequency identification (RFID) is one way of providing physical security for an ICS. Authorised personnel are given a card that enables access to the correct parts of a facility. However, cards can be stolen and used by someone else, and to prevent

Fingerprint analysis is one of the oldest biometric methods and one that is affordable and well accepted. An alternative is palm vein template recognition, a noninvasive collection technique, where users can scan their palms for access.

Facial recognition is likely to become the biometric method of choice for ICS security.

Iris scanning is also growing in popularity — each person has a unique iris, which stays the same throughout their lifetime.

However, iris scanning can be difficult.

People’s eyes rarely stay still, and the shape of our eyes essentially forms a curved reflective surface that is partially obscured by our eyelids and eyelashes.

Facial recognition is likely to become the biometric method of choice for ICS security. It can be incorporated with existing surveillance systems and

integrates well with artificial intelligence.

To use it, businesses must have access to high levels of processing power, a large amount of storage space and good lighting conditions.

TWO STEPS TO SAFETY To improve accuracy, businesses can opt for a multi-factor biometric identification system, which uses more than one measurement. One problem with this is that in emergency situations when the user needs to issue a quick command, the system may be too slow.

Storing the data in advance, so that only one rapid measurement is needed at the time of access can speed up the process. Businesses must consider how they store this data, so that it cannot be copied or stolen by a cyber-criminal — storing only part of the information is one way of addressing this. Researchers at the Seektron Company and Petroleum-

Gas University of Ploiesti, Romania, have developed and patented a system that stores part of a user’s biometric data. It uses an RFID card that stores fingerprint templates and when the user requests access to a protected area, they scan their fingerprint to create a live template, which is compared with those stored securely on the card.

Biometric technology provides an effective, affordable and easy to implement way of improving the physical security of an ICS. For these approaches to be successful, we need to increase acceptance among employees. As people get used to using commercial devices, such as smartphones, with fingerprint or facial recognition, biometrics in industry is more likely to take off.

Need help securing your industrial control system? Kolabtree has over 9,000 registered scientists to help you with your project.

For further information, please visit www.kolabtree.com.

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THE NANOSCAN3 SICK

SICK Conquers New Frontiers with World’s Smallest Safety Laser Scanner SICK has launched the world’s smallest safety laser scanner, the nanoScan3, designed for easy and economical integration into the smallest of machine designs, particularly for automated guided vehicles, carts, mobile platforms and service robots.

The ultra-compact SICK nanoScan3 is just eight centimetres tall, so it can fit snugly into the spaces in machines where safety laser scanners could not previously have been located. Packing in all of SICK’s latest safety laser scanning technology advances, the nanoScan3 enables the highest level of responsiveness when safely adjusting a machine’s speed and direction.

The SICK nanoScan3 features a full suite of programmable features such as multiple, dynamically adapting protective fields and contour detection. With SICK’s innovative safeHDDM® (High Definition Distance Measurement) scanning and evaluation technology onboard, the nanoScan3 promises maximum reliability with the option of precise data output for use in navigation, even under difficult conditions such as bright lights, sparks, dust and dirt.

Measuring just 101 x 101 x 80 mm, the SICK nanoScan3 is also suitable for integration into stationary plant and infrastructure for hazardous point, area and access protection applications, as well offering opportunities for retrofitting into contour- or tape-guided mobile vehicles.

A range of safe communication options over standard interfaces allows for easy configuration and diagnostics to be performed on the device or over the network, with minimal cabling. The SICK nanoScan3 is a Type 3 device (EN 61496-3) and can be used in safety functions up to SIL2 (EN 62061) and PLd (EN ISO 13849).

“The nanoScan3 is a safety designer’s dream in miniature form, opening the field for integrating safety laser scanners in all types of small-space applications with easy and economy,” comments Dr Martin

Kidman, SICK’s UK product manager for machinery safety.

“The nanoScan3 Core and the nanoScan3 Pro models offer a range of features to allow designers, integrators and end-users to incorporate safety laser scanning into existing equipment and systems, where they would not previously have fitted, as well as offering compact build possibilities for new equipment design.”

The SICK nanoScan3 features a protective field range of three metres, with a scanning angle of 275°. The device offers a choice of eight (Core) or up to 128 (Pro) freely-configurable fields, including navigation data and contour-detection fields. More than 100 events can be stored and analysed, helping to optimise the configuration and avoid unscheduled machine downtime. LEDs and clear text displays provide instant operational status viewing from nearly any direction.

SICK’s Safety Designer software enables step-by-step configuration, as well as access to detailed diagnostic information.

When the SICK nanoScan3 is combined with SICK’s FlexiSoft Safety Controller, Safety Designer ensures only one configuration and diagnostic tool is needed for the control of safety laser scanners and plant-wide safety systems.

SICK nanoScan3 connectivity includes micro USB for local configuration and diagnostics with an Ethernet interface for central configuration and real-time precision data evaluation, as well as storage of configuration information for easy device replacement. Safe local I/O options enable easy and flexible integration with different controls including HTL encoders.

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

For further information, please visit www.sick.com

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Legionella – Innovative Testing Methods from TME The measurement and monitoring of stored and circulating hot and cold water temperatures continues to be the primary preventative measure for Legionella control.

Testing protocols focus on pipe surfaces, running water and immersion. Achieving reliable measurements can be complex due to variables like the size, shape and accessibility of each water asset.

TME’s Legionella Temperature Range feature KS20-S dual surface immersion probes which ‘double up’ for pipe surfaces and running water together with the ground-breaking MM2008 legionella thermometer with in-built timer for running water tests, speed up and simplify repetitive testing.

KA01 fine wire thermocouple sensors for pipe surfaces and KM07 immersion probes for water tanks can be left in situ and connected to TME’s innovative TC Wall Ports (miniature wall-mounted

thermocouple sockets sited up to 20 metres away) - a practical, low cost method of testing hardto-reach assets like concealed pipes, high level water tanks and crowded calorifiers.

NEW Double Socket Wall Port for unblended hot and cold water pipes

The MM7000-2D Bluetooth Barcode Thermometer is a unique paperless recording solution which delivers instant handheld data logging including the unique identity of every water asset right down to the last tap or TMV.

TM Electronics UK Ltd (TME) sales@tmethermometers.com +44 (0)1903 700651

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GRAPHITE RUPTURE DISC GRX REMBE

The first pure graphite rupture disc with FDA conformity This rupture disc has been developed for processes with corrosive media, low pressure and temperatures of between -180 °C and +500 °C under oxidizing and reducing atmosphere, +1,500 °C under inert conditions.

The GRX is applicable for highest temperatures by using a unique chemical vapour deposition method (PyC coating). By this PyC coating, the rupture disc holds significantly longer at very high temperatures, while remaining permanently leak-tight in comparison to other coatings and impregnations.

For example: Rupture discs with a coating made of synthetic resin would no longer be able to offer this leak-tightness at temperatures far above 200 °C. With a maximum working pressure of 80 % of the minimum burst pressure, the GRX is usable for rupture pressures from 20 mbar g. Nominal pipe size is available from 1/2” to 24”. Optionally, a vacuum support can be integrated, which is installed without adhesive components that would meld at very high temperatures. The GRX is also available with a burst indicator, upon request. The signaling device will inform you about the rupture disc response. The installation occurs directly between the flanges.

Some facts about GRX • Highest temperature resistance (applicable from -180 °C up to +500 °C)

The GRX is applicable for highest temperatures by using a unique chemical vapour deposition method.

• Maximum leak-tightness due to an innovative coating • Extra long service life • Highest corrosion resistance and can therefore also be used with very aggressive process media • Also available in vacuum-resistant design • Special application coped by the new coating technology: liquid sodium process at 490°C

ABOUT REMBE - THE REMBE ALLIANCE INTRODUCES ITSELF REMBE is mostly associated with REMBE GmbH Safety and Control - the specialists for explosion safety and pressure relief worldwide. The company offers customers cross-industry safety concepts for systems and equipment. All products are manufactured in Germany and meet

the demands of national and international regulations. The customers who purchase REMBE products are among the market leaders of various industries, including the food, chemical, pharmaceutical oil and gas as well as wood industries.

The technical engineering expertise is based on more than 45 years of application and project experience. As an independent, owner-managed family company, REMBE combines expertise with highest degree of quality, and is also actively engaged in various professional bodies worldwide. Short alignment routes enable the achievement of quick responses and customer-specific solutions for any kind of application: from standard products, all the way up to hightech special designs.

In addition to REMBE GmbH Safety + Control (www.rembe.de) with approx.

250 employees worldwide, headquarter in Brilon (Germany) and numerous subsidiaries worldwide (Italy, Finland, Brazil, USA, China, Dubai, Singapore, South Africa, Japan), four other companies are also engaged under the REMBE family brand: REMBE Research & Technology Center GmbH (www.rembe-rtc.de) REMBE Advanced Services + Solutions GmbH (www.rembe-services.com) REMBE Kersting GmbH (www.rembe-kersting.de) REMBE FibreForce GmbH (www.argusline.de)

For further information, please visit www.rembe.de

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UNBEATABLE QUALITY COBORN

Coborn – The Diamond Grinding Partner of the Future Coborn has a unique, global position supplying specialised, individually built, high-precision equipment to the polycrystalline diamond industry, single crystal diamond and the gemstone industries. Customer care is paramount to Coborn’s company ethos and through global collaboration and partnerships, the company strives to provide its customers with unbeatable quality, reliability and economy.

“Coborn is the only global company that is totally focused on grinding and polishing all types of diamonds. Coborn is a vital part of the diamond industry’s value chain,” says Steve Westlake, Managing Director of Coborn.

COBORN NAMED IN THE TOP 10 PRECISION MANUFACTURING TECH SOLUTION PROVIDERS FOR 2020 Coborn has been recognised on several occasions for its engineering excellence, most recently named in the Top 10 Precision Manufacturing Tech Solution Providers for 2020 due to be published this month, by US-based “Manufacturing Technology Insights”. The annual listing is comprised of ten companies that are at the forefront of providing Precision Manufacturing Tech solutions and transforming businesses.

PG4 ENHANCEMENTS AT GRINDTEC 2020 Coborn will be showcasing the enhancements to its PG4 CNC Planetary Grinding Machine for single crystal diamond (SCD) tool production at this

INTRODUCING THE FG1C

Coborn is the only global company that is totally focused on grinding and polishing all types of diamonds

At GrindTec, Coborn will also introduce the FG1C, which is its state-of-the-art Form Grinding Machine for SCD two-point and four-point tools. The FG1C features; • High-stability granite base.

• Fast traverse motion for polishing.

• Air bearings on the pivot and main spindle for smooth polishing and lowwaviness tools.

• Dual position camera.

year’s GrindTec Exhibition in Augsburg, Germany from 18 to 21 March 2020. These improvements include; • Acoustic analysis of the polishing process.

• High-resolution camera for improved imaging.

• Closed loop nano-stop.

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Robert Bullman, Sales Manager at Coborn, is looking forward to presenting the company’s innovations at GrindTec. The Screwdriver Station for Coborn’s flagship RG9AR (Reciprocating Robot-loading Grinding machine for PCD tools) and the new Coborn Care Service Packages will also be highlighted at the exhibition.

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Coborn will also be demonstrating the new RG9A Smart Machine. This new development is in partnership with relayr and the innovative, live dashboard for Predictive Maintenance, Performance Optimisation and Business Analytics will be presented.

Coborn Engineering located in Hall 3, Stand 3025

Coborn aspires to be an innovative partner for its customers by offering value through a range of bespoke products, services and financial solutions which specifically meet its customers’ needs and address the ever increasing demands of the global diamond industry

Augsburg, Germany 18 to 21 March, 2020

FINANCIAL OPTIONS At GrindTec Coborn will be introducing the different financial models that the company can now offer; CAPEX, OPEX and EaaS alongside the new Coborn Care options.

CREATING PARTNERSHIPS Coborn aspires to be an innovative partner for its customers by offering value through a range of bespoke products, services and financial solutions which specifically meet its customers’ needs and address the ever increasing demands of the global diamond industry.

“By working in partnership with business leaders, Coborn strives to promote the use of diamond in any application by adding value to all involved in the global diamond industry value chain,” explains Steve Westlake.

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THE PERFECT MATCH FANUC

Fanuc CNC makes the cut for Holroyd When a UK manufacturer of ultra-precise rotor milling machines required a CNC system for one of its multi-million-pound technologies, it needed to work with a trusted CNC supplier with global recognition. Holroyd Precision was tasked to deliver a rotor milling machine, with internationally-recognised controls which could perform high precision cutting for a leading Chinese manufacturer of refrigeration equipment.

The complex machine required a CNC solution that would be easy for operators to use. Holroyd turned to FANUC UK for support, where it provided its CNC services to the UK manufacturer.

INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED MANUFACTURINGWith 160 years of experience, Holroyd Precision specialises in the design, build and supply of highprecision rotor milling and rotor grinding machine tools. The company’s founder designed and patented a unique thread

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milling process that utilised a rotating cutter with multiple blades. This machine was ultimately exhibited at the British Science Museum.

Fast forward to 2019 and Steven Benn, Regional Sales Director at Holroyd, explains how the company prides itself on delivering high precision: “Our grinding and milling machines produce some of the world’s most accurate rotors, gears and threads, which are used in a range of applications, including refrigeration, air compression and gas processors. All built to order, Holroyd machines feature uncompromising levels of innovation and build quality as standard.

“Over the decades, we have established ourselves as a trusted global manufacturer, supplying a number of industries. The Holroyd 8EX, as purchased by our Chinese customer, for example, is essentially a large helical profile milling machine, which uses carbide insert roughing cutters to create a full-depth groove by traversing the cutting

tool through a material at the relevant helix angle. Simultaneously, the machine rotates the component in the C-axis, which allows customers to manufacture rotors to a high standard in a timely manner.”

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THE CNC? The choice of CNC has a big impact on the performance of the machines. Having worked with FANUC since the 1990s, Holroyd Precision contacted the team to see if they could provide a suitable CNC solution for this latest 8EX build project.

FANUC recommended the use of its 31i-MODEL B CNC for the Holroyd 8EX, thanks to its ability to manage highly complex machines with multiple axes, multi-path and high-speed, high-precision machining requirements. Providing the highest performance, accuracy and surface quality, the CNC is partnered with Holroyd’s specially developed human machine interface (HMI).

The 8EX machine has a special function which requires the linear axis to be linked to the rotary axis. This is achieved through a flexible synchronous drive, which FANUC is able to supply.

Steven Benn continues: “We produce what appears to be quite a complex component.

It is in essence a series of helical grooves around a cast iron body, but is actually relatively simple to program. The FANUC CNC, with the specialised HMI, actually

The operation that we have developed with FANUC makes the whole system easy to manage for the operator.

allows the programming of that component in a few simple steps. The operation that we have developed with FANUC makes the whole system easy to manage for the operator.”

Holroyd has created a unique probe feedback system for all of its grinding technologies, which scans the ground profile. Working with its unique software to feed any deviations back into the CNC, the machine can then automatically correct the grinding wheel, providing a high precision rotor at a high speed, while simultaneously reducing the number of set-ups required on the machine.

WHY CUSTOMER SERVICE IS KEY FOR HOLROYD Steven Benn concludes: “In today’s production dominated environment, where pressures are there to keep machines running 24/7, we often have to agree our service timescales with the customer. One of the advantages of working with FANUC is that, as a worldwide company, it has service centres around the world meaning the team can support Holroyd in many ways. This, in turn, means we can support our customers in a timely manner.

“When you marry the reliability of the FANUC CNC with the service the team offers, it creates a perfect match. We are really pleased with the final product and look forward to working on our next project with FANUC.”

For further information, please visit www.fanuc.eu.

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SPECIALISTS IN TOOLS & GAUGES WISEMAN THREADING TOOLS LTD

WISEMAN THREADING TOOLS LTD Specialists in Tools & Gauges for Screw Threads We 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.

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 '.

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.

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

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NEXT GENERATION CARBON THREESIXTY

Carbon ThreeSixty’s new Tailored Fibre Placement capability: complex composite designs delivered 3x quicker and up to 90% reduction in waste Carbon ThreeSixty, the structural composites specialist, has installed an inhouse Tailored Fibre Placement (TFP) cell which will deliver the next generation of complex composite products three times quicker than traditional methods whilst also reducing waste by up to 90%.

The new world-class automated facility which at present is the only commercially accessible machine of its type in the UK – uses high precision free-form fibre placement to enable greater design freedom, improved repeatability and creates the opportunity for multiple complex design configurations. Intended for high utilisation operation, it can produce up to 100 metric tonnes of composite preforms per year.

Ed Allnutt, Managing Director of Carbon ThreeSixty, said: “We specialise in the design and out-of-autoclave manufacture of highly stressed novel composite structures.

The TFP cell enables the production scale-up of our defence wheel products, whilst significantly contributing to ongoing R&D activity with clients in other sectors.

Such challenging structures are inherently complex, and for true weight, stiffness and strength optimisation the reinforcing fibres must be placed to run in specific orientations, so for us TFP was the obvious solution.”

Carbon ThreeSixty invested in the TFP machine in autumn 2019, following a

Intended for high utilisation operation, it can produce up to 100 metric tonnes of composite preforms per year.

successful trial of the technology at the UK’s National Composites Centre (NCC) in Bristol. That trial directly contributed to Carbon ThreeSixty securing ongoing R&D and pilot production projects with a global land defence OEM. TFP’s automated technology enables the company to accurately position fibres onto a variety of backing materials in the exact orientations required and secure in place with a fine thermoplastic polymer fibre. These bespoke preforms are then placed into precision RTM closed moulds, impregnated with high performance resin and cured, giving rise to a highly engineered end-product.

Ed Allnutt continued: “Thanks to TFP when it comes to shape, the sky’s the limit and we are able to make products that were previously out of reach using traditional preforming methods. Helping our global customers gain access to next generation composite structures will also be quicker

compared to traditional labour intensive routes, which are not only time consuming but less accurate with poorer repeatability.”

But for Carbon ThreeSixty, TFP’s benefit is not just technological. As well as a seamless transition from design office to production, the company is no longer reliant on suppliers for product specific material preforms, instead they can now take raw material to preform. On top of this, the process of taking laminate concept to built preform has been reduced from weeks to just hours. And last but by no means least, the structural composites specialist predicts its TFP capability will lead to the creation of number of highly skilled STEM jobs in the not too distant future.

The company has also recently upgraded its specialist surface preparation and geometric inspection capabilities at its 6,000 sq. ft facility, which is in easy reach of the M5.

To find out more, please email: info@carbonthreesixty.com or visit www.carbonthreesixty.com

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Absoft have over 15 years’ experience of driving efficiency within the UK Manufacturing sector.

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The future of modern manufacturing Industry 4.0 supported by Metrology 4.0 Taylor Hobson are the experts in automotive, aerospace, bearings and optics metrology.

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STATE-OF-THE-ART KOBOLD

The world’s smallest dual-tube Coriolis Mass Flow Meter: High precision measurements within 150 mm Due to the weight influence of sensor coils, for the measurement of very small flowrates it is common practice to use single tube Coriolis flow meters. The sensor coils of dual-tube Coriolis sensors are mounted onto one of the two measuring tubes, thus having, by very small tube diameters, a significant weight influence on the tube on which they are mounted.

Therefore, the influence of the sensor coils on the measurement results increases by decreasing tube diameter. For this reason single tubes are often favoured for the measurement of very small flow‑rates, where the coils are mounted to the chassis and not on the tube. However, with the use of just one measuring tube the influence of external interferences increases dramatically. To reduce this sensitivity and at the same time delivering accurate measurements at very small flow rates, Heinrichs Messtechnik has developed the dual-tube Coriolis principle to a new level.

In this new state-of-the-art technologie, the sensor coils are no longer mounted onto the tubes, but rather between them, thus freeing the measuring tubes from the influence of the coils weight allowing for extremly small tube diameters in dual-tube design.

The result is the world’s smallest dualtube Coriolis Mass flow-meter: The high Performance Coriolis (HPC). With an installation length of just 150 mm it is now possible to achieve high accuracy measurements with deviations of just ± 0.1 percent. Furthermore, the sensor shows insensitivity to temperatures of up to 180 °C, to pressures of up to 600 bar as well as to strong vibrations.

“Market observations have revealed an open gap in the measurement of small flow rates”, explains Frank Schramm, the managing director of Heinrichs Messtechnik GmbH. The current problem is that the state-of-the-art stipulates the use of dual-tube technology, where the magnets are mounted to one tube, the exciter and sensor coils to the other. However, for very small flow rates this principal has a decisive limit. For example, where extremely small

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Heinrichs Messtechnik GmbH developed the smallest dual-tubed-Coriolis-MassFlowmeter in the world: The High Performance Coriolis (HPC). With an installation length of just 150 mm high accuracy measurements are achieved with deviations of just ± 0.1 percent flow rates demands a tube diameter of just 1 mm, the vibrating behavior of the coils weight can influence the measurement results significantly. “Therefore it is common practice to use one tube systems for these applications, in which the coils are mounted to the chassis of the sensor. This system has the decisive disadvantage in that the second tube, which also serves as a measurement reference, is omitted, requiring that the sensor coils be mounted on to the chassis of the enclosure making the sensor more susceptible to vibrations and other disturbances.

For this reason, Heinrichs Messtechnik GmbH has set as its objective, the development of a high precision, shock resistant Coriolis Mass Flow Meter.

Emerged is the High Precision Coriolis – short HPC – with its installation length of just 150 mm the smallest Coriolis mass flow meter in dual-tube design.

REDUCING DISTURBANCE INFLUENCES BY POSITIONING THE SENSOR COILS BETWEEN THE MEASURING TUBES “Due to the sensitivity single tube Coriolis sensors, a costly mechanical decoupling is often required, rendering them inappropriate for many applications.

Our quest was therefore to find a means of unifying a dual tube design with very small diameter tubes”, explained Schramm.

Since the fundamental problem lies in the weight of the coils, which when compared

The whole development phase took a mere 1.5 years. To achieve this short development time Heinrichs Messtechnik utilized the latest simulation technology.

Instead of mounting the coils onto the tubes, the manufacturer chose to mount them onto a PCB situated between the measuring tubes. By simultaneously doubling the number of pick-up coils from two to four, the resolution is increased significantly. with tube diameters of 1.5 mm or less present a significant weight, Heinrichs Messtechnik adopted the following solution: The conventional approach of mounting the coils onto the tubes was abandoned in favour their mounting on a printed circuit board mounted between the tubes. This method also enables the use of four sensor coils instead of two, as is usually the case with dual-tube Coriolis, providing a higher resolution.

On the measuring tubes themselves only very light magnets are mounted, which, with a weight of only 0.08g, have little to no influence on the vibrating behavior of the tubes.

Instead of conventional brazing, the magnet holders are mounted onto the tubes using a special laser-welding technology. Utilizing this method, Heinrichs Messtechnik aims at keeping the production costs of the sensor to an absolute minimum, it not only allows for a stress‑free connection, but also eliminates the time-consuming and elaborate process of brazing in a vacuum oven.

INSENSITIVE TO EXTERNAL INFLUENCES Using the dual-tube design, the new HPC displays extreme insensitivity towards external influences, allowing for precise measurements with a maximum deviation of ± 0.1 Percent of the mean value and a Zero-point stability between 0.001 and 0.005, making a mechanical decoupling in most cases superfluous. Owing to the

measuring tubes high working frequency of over 200 Hz, the coupling of installation vibrations or similar oscillations into the measuring system is prevented and so with avoiding fault signals. A further advantage in mounting the sensor coils on a motionless PCB is the elimination of open wiring within the sensor, as is the case of standard commercially available devices. This wiring often presents a vulnerable weak point, since the wire and its point of connection must vibration continuously with the frequency of the measuring tubes.

With the exception of the laser welded measuring tubes, the HPC consists essentially of a solid drilled and tapped stainless steel block. Furthermore, the HPC has been stripped of a splitter at the inflow of the tubes, instead possessing a reservoir – in which the process pressure distributes the fluid exact into the measuring tubes, hence preventing flow disturbances generally caused by splitters. This technique has the timesaving advantage of one less component to weld as well as one less potential material stress source. The result is an extremely robust device capable of withstanding temperatures and pressures of up to 180 °C and 600 bar respectively. “In principle, the device may also be ordered with Hastelloy tubes and other alloys”, added Schramm.

VARIABLE ASSEMBLY CONCEPT For flexible installations, different constructive variations of the HPC are available: Besides the traditional Inline

Version, which can be inserted directly into the process line, there are three further models available, which are suitable for either wall mounting, by means of wall brackets, or may simply be placed on a table. “For our Table model there are two available options: either with the measuring pipes pointing downwards below the supply line or pointing upwards above the supply line. For the measurement of gas, upward pointing tubes are recommended to prevent any issues with fluid collecting in the tubes.

The same also goes visa versa for the measurement of fluids”, Schramm remarks.

Collectively, the devices are available in three measuring ranges: 0–20, 0–50 and 0–160 kg/h. On request other adaptations are also available, for example, customer-specific enclosures, connectors or interfaces. In particular for the chemical and semiconductor industry, fullywelded stainless steel enclosures are also available.

RAPID DEVELOPMENT SUCCESS WITH HIGH-END SIMULATION The whole development phase took a mere 1.5 years. To achieve this short development time, Heinrichs Messtechnik utilized a stateof-the-art simulation technology. “By these means the required number of prototypes was drastically reduced, reducing so with development costs significantly”, Schramm says contentedly. Furthermore, with the aid of the simulation technology customer-specific requirements can be captured and individual solutions presented in the shortest of time.

The HPC was presented for the first time on the Hannover trade fair from 23rd to the 27th of April, simultaneously being the official launch of sales. Furthermore, ATEX and IECEx approvals are also planned as well as a patent registration of the technology. Parallel to the launch of sales, Heinrichs Messtechnik is also working on a new miniaturized transmitter with flexible interfaces, specially designed for compatibility with the HPC.

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100 UP

RHEINTACHO UK

Rheintacho UK celebrating 100 years of existence in Leeds In 1919 Rheintacho UK was founded in Leeds. Is was founded as Foundrometers Ltd and after a turbulent century of takeovers, sales, mergers, spin-offs, management buy-outs and name changes, Rheintacho UK Ltd, as it is now called is more successful than ever in an everchanging market.

Rheintacho UK is not only the specialist in the Rheintacho Group for all mechanical and electrical instruments and many devices, but also is the competence center for intrinsically safe applications and devices (ATEX certification). Since 2015, Rheintacho has had a handheld mechanical tachometer called HTM which is ATEX certified. Last year, we added the complete family of eddycurrent tachometers and corresponding gearboxes and we are now working on a device which presently is not available anywhere in the world, something printers and paper/pulp manufacturers have been waiting for.

In addition to its own manufacturing unit in Micklefield, Leeds, Rheintacho UK also trades the products of the Rheintacho group. This includes a huge portfolio of speed sensors, second to none in the world of rotational speed monitoring, measuring and control. And the newest generation does even more than measure speed. They also detect direction and position, opening a new world of possible applications to customers. The newest addition to the sensor family also integrates temperature measurement into a very small sensor offering not only a space saving solution but also offers less intrusion into a gearbox, for example.

GROWTH CONTINUES INTO 2020 After 2 strong years in 2017 and even double-digit growth in 2018, 2019 was a difficult year with all the Brexit uncertainty and we were able to keep our sales stable. So far, 2020 has started with a bang despite the uncertainty in connection with a possible â&#x20AC;&#x153;no-trade-dealâ&#x20AC;? scenario.

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SPARES AND REPAIRS Our Spares and Repairs Division is another strength of Rheintacho UK. We supplies spares, do repairs and maintenance and can reengineer nearly any instrument

or indicator, regardless of whether it is our own brand or not. Many old manufacturers no longer are in business, but our specialists and stock of exotic parts enables us to support you with your maintenance challenges.

For further information, please contact RHEINTACHO at sales@rheintacho.co.uk or call us at +44 (0)113 287 4411

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RADAR LEVEL SENSORS VEGA

VEGA introduces low cost, 80Ghz compact radar level sensors for liquids and solids VEGA have a new range of compact 80GHz radar sensors for the water and waste water sectors

Many difficult measuring tasks for ultrasonic sensors are now becoming standard practice to solve with radar technology, like open channel flow, storm overflows, lime silos, chemical tanks, digesters and open water river gauging.

conditions vapours, dust, air movement, even build up and condensation.

FOCUS AND NO BLOCKING DISTANCE

VEGA has added a new compact 80 GHz radar series to its portfolio of radar sensors.

It is designed to be price competitive for water applications, such as those found in the water/wastewater industry or in auxiliary process loops in process automation.

Within this, VEGA have designed their own new radar microchip, characterized by its extremely small size, fast start up time, high sensitivity and low energy consumption.

The end result is a particularly compact and versatile radar sensor with excellent performance characteristics.

Using the 80 GHz frequency creates a highly focused radar beam, which enables them to measure down into deep wet wells and shafts or even through isolation valves, without detecting any false signals. With no dead band or blanking distance they can also measure right up to the face of the sensor. This means no protective antisubmergence shields, thus removing any chance of clogging, fouling or unpredictable sensor behaviour. If they are in a flood prone installation, they continue to measure to the sensor face and perform predictably, even when fully submerged.

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TALKING YOUR LANGUAGE

The new VEGAPULS instruments are ideal for both liquids and bulk solids and offer ranges up to 30m. There are two versions: a compact housing and with a fixed IP68 cable connection. By using radar technology they maintain steady, accurate measurements without echo loss or errors from external influences such as solar gain, air temperature fluctuations, weather

The VEGAPULS instrument series are SMART compact devices, which means they can directly loop powered by SCADA, telemetry or by any field or panel controller/ transmitter. Users can choose from 4 ... 20 mA, HART, SDI-12 or Modbus as the direct output signal, ATEX versions are also available. They are also complemented by a range of optional weatherproof VEGAMET field controllers, featuring a large graphic

backlit colour status display for simple implementation of pump control and flow measurement in open channels, as well as simpler switching tasks. They can all use the VEGATOOLS App for set up via Bluetooth.

SIMPLE SETUP THANKS TO WIRELESS OPERATION Both the sensors and the controllers can be operated via Bluetooth with a smartphone or tablet. This makes set up, display and diagnostics considerably easier, especially in harsh environments or in hazardous areas.

The new VEGAPULS radar instrument series offers better all-conditions reliability, ruggedness, simple operation and last but not least, a low price. This makes it a great choice for the modern water and environmental industries. They are available both as compact version with cable connection compartment (left in the photo) and as standard version with fixed cable connection (IP68). Sensors are complemented by the VEGAMET controller (right in the photo), which can also be used to visualize all measured values.

You can buy direct on line at: www.vega. com/vegapuls. Or contact us for a free demo or trial device at info.uk@vega.com.

For further information, please visit www.vega.com/vegapuls

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RADAR IS THE BETTER

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OPERATIONAL EXPANSION LABFACILITY

Labfacility turns up heat on international growth after securing backing from Finance For Enterprise and the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund The UK’s leading manufacturer of temperature sensors is set to expand its operations in South Yorkshire after securing a six figure lending package from NPIF – BEF & FFE Microfinance, which is managed by Business Enterprise Fund (BEF) and Finance for Enterprise (FFE) and part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund.

The funds provided by Finance for Enterprise will be used to help Dinnington-based Labfacility acquire the adjacent 6,000 sq ft premises to its existing manufacturing and stores facility as it targets future growth within the export sector. The property has been secured on a 10 year lease and will increase the size of the company’s site to 18,000 sq. ft.

Responsible for producing a range of more than 5,000 temperature instruments, sensors, and couplings, Labfacility manufactures more than a million products each year which are sold in 120 countries across the globe and used in the engineering, pharmaceutical, aerospace, oil & gas and food production industries.

In recent years the company became mindful of the potential uncertainties caused by delays in Brexit. Working closely with growth accelerator manager Jim Scott, the company began exploring international growth options in markets which would be largely unaffected by the current political uncertainties and began exploring non-EU markets. Export orders now account for over 25% of the company’s sales, resulting in regular orders being placed by businesses based in the US, China and Australia.However, in order to meet demand, Labfacility knew it needed additional working space. When a neighbouring unit became available the company turned to Finance For Enterprise for help, recognising that a quick deal was needed in order to help it achieve its future growth plans.

The six figure loan has enabled Labfacility to not only secure the new property, but

invest in upgrading the building as well as purchasing new equipment, enabling it to boost production, as well as creating additional new roles including a planned six apprenticeships within the business as the company sets its sights on future growth.

Labfacility was launched in 1971 by Norman Riddett, from his family home and has now grown to employ some 80 people across sites in Dinnington and West Sussex.

Under the leadership of Norman’s son, Martin, Labfacility pioneered its temperature sensor manufacturing operations in Dinnington in 1991 after acquiring a local competitor. Since that time, the number of staff employed in South Yorkshire has risen from just three employees to over 40 with further recruitment anticipated.

Martin Riddett, Managing Director, Labfacility said: “The growth and success we have achieved in recent years is very much the legacy of our work with Jim Scott, who helped us to understand the possibilities and opportunities available within the export market. Sadly, Jim passed away before our latest phase of growth had been fully realised. The success we are achieving today is a testament to his hard work and dedication.

Alan Scott, Senior Investment Manager, Finance For Enterprise said: “Businesses often find their growth plans stifled because they are unable to access lending from traditional high street lenders.

Entering the export market can be lucrative but it isn’t without risk.

“At a time when the manufacturing sector has been particularly hard-hit as a result of the uncertainties surrounding Brexit and possible future trade deals with the EU, Labfacility was quick to seize the opportunities offered by entering into new export markets, but crucially targeted areas outside Europe, ensuring that the impact of Brexit could be mitigated. We have worked with Labfacility for a number of years and the approach they have pioneered has resulted in the company achieving significant growth in overseas markets, enabling the company to invest in new premises and jobs within South Yorkshire.

The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund project is supported financially by the European Union using funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020 and the European Investment Bank.

For further information, please visit www.labfacility.com

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FISCHER FREEDOM™ SERIES EASY MATING | EASY CLEANING | EASY INTEGRATION

Fischer Freedom™ is rugged – tested and proven The multiple award-winning Fischer LP360™ 7-pin connector in metal is innovative AND reliable: it has undergone stringent and thorough testing and qualification.

Fischer Connectors’ solutions are recognized worldwide for their ruggedness and durability. For the first time, discover some of the mechanical and environmental tests that products undergo to prove their compliance with the highest reliability and quality standards through 8 short videos. These videos describe the testing processes conducted in our laboratory, as well as two demonstrations carried out “in the field”.

The videos include six standard tests conducted on the Fischer LP360™ 7-pin connector (the first product in the Fischer Freedom™ Series) in the testing laboratory of Fischer Connectors’ headquarters in Saint-Prex, Switzerland. In two field applications, we also show how the connector behaves in water and how easily its plug and receptacle can be cleaned.

You can view the videos at www.fischerconnectors.com/uk/en/fischerfreedomtm-series-tests-proofs: 1. Endurance test • 10,000 mating operations / 5,000 full rotations 2. Bending (flexing) test • 5,000 oscillations 3. Random vibration test • 9.26 Grms overall acceleration 4. Immersion test • IP68 sealed – 2 bars (equivalent to 20m) for 24 hours 5. IP68 degree of protection – field application • Perfectly functional under water – immersion in a fish tank 6. Field cleaning – field application • Fully cleanable plug & receptacle 7. Corrosion resistance test • Salt fog 1,000 hours / 5% salt solution, 35 °C 8. High & low temperature test • -55 °C to +135 °C (connectors only) The Fischer LP360™ has also undergone stringent and thorough testing according to international industry and military standards such as IEC, EIA, MIL-STD-202 and MIL-STD-810.

More information on relevant tests can be found at www.fischerconnectors.com/sites/default/files/specifications/fischer_ freedom_series_techspecs_v2.6_02.20.pdf.

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Ultrasonic Clamp-on Meter User Issues

NEW MM7010 Bluetooth Logging Thermometer/Print Combo

Corrosion protection for chimney at bio-methane plant

Ultrasonic Clamp On Flowmeters can provide solutions for onsite flow calibration, and with the latest user-friendly wizards, obtaining reliable and accurate measurements should pose no problems.

Do you regularly process goods-in for fresh/ frozen food, pharmaceuticals or other temperature-sensitive products?

Are you responsible for temperature data integrity of products delivered to or from your kitchen, factory, warehouse or supermarket?

Would you like to digitally log product temperatures with a handheld device AND produce an instant paper receipt at the same time?

If the answer is YES, YES and YES, you can also make yourself a great saving of nearly £50 when you buy the NEW MM7010 Bluetooth Logging Thermometer Print Combo : 2 pieces of kit – 1 price. TME’s MM7010PRINT combines a handheld Bluetooth Logging Thermometer MM7010 with a Bluetooth Printer (MMPRINT) delivering digital logging and instant paper receipts at the same time.

Leeds based corrosion protection and engineering services specialist- Corroserve was contracted to protect the internal surfaces of a newly manufactured mild steel chimney prior to it being installed at a bio-methane plant on Teesside. The 1.2m diameter chimney was in three sections – 30m in all. The plant processes the sludge remaining after sewage treatment to produce bio-methane, which is an alternative source of energy to fossil fuels.

Bio-methane production offers a number of other environmental benefits including stopping the release of methane and other harmful gases produced by organic matter decomposing into the atmosphere. The client is satisfied that the new lining will protect it from corrosion attack for a considerable time and remains confident that they have a long-term cost-effective solution, particularly when compared with the cost of repairing or replacing the chimney in the future.

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A recent study conducted by four different engineers on the same pipe installation paints a different picture, with alarming issues in measurement reproducibility. The study found large variances in results due to installation setup and meter quality. The variance was significantly higher with the lower cost clampon meters than the higher performance more costly meters. Our Part 1 blog details the issues found in the study with respect to meter calibration and user installation.

For more details on the calibration of these meters contact Young Calibration.

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New PhoenixTM ATEX Certified Finishing System PhoenixTM has complemented its range of ‘Thru-process’ Finishing temperature profiling systems with the new FIS04 ATEX system.

Developed for automotive paint plants, where paint engineers face demanding challenges of ATEX classification requirements, for safe operation of monitoring systems.

At the heart of the PhoenixTM FIS04 ATEX system, the Intrinsically Safe PTM1410 Epsilon-x data logger certified to Group II Category 3G allowing safe operation in Zone 2 ATEX classified areas (eg: paint booth, flash off zone and cure oven). Providing up to 10 points of measurement, paint processes can be monitored accurately and effectively. Thermal View Finishing software provides graphical cure analysis tools for verifying process compliance with ease.

Tel: 01353 223100 sales@phoenixtm.com www.phoenixtm.com

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Sensor device and method for detecting gear damage in rotating elements in housing GTR-01 The company PCE Process Control Electronic GmbH in cooperation with DELTEC electronic GmbH has developed a sensor device and a method to detect damage to rotating parts in a closed housing. Tests on ferromagnetic gears have been suc-cessfully carried out so far. The housing was made of die-cast aluminium. The pro-cess uses magnetic fields: Electromagnets generate magnetic fields, while a Hall sensor picks up the resulting fields.

A special evaluation program determines whether a defective part is present. The damage can, for example, consist of a par-tially or completely broken tooth or a crack. Device options allow the speed and di-rection of rotation of the rotating part to be determined.

The device can also be used for continuous monitoring on machines.

Phone: 07841/5373 www.pce-achern.de

Exposed Junction thermocouple with Moulded on Miniature Type K IEC Plug A very fast response PTFE insulated thermocouple, made from a unique single shot cable construction which provides a gas, steam and water tight insulation along the cable.

This sensor is ideally suited to temperature monitoring of test pieces in autoclave and aerospace applications.

These are available to buy direct from www.labfacility.com

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LATEST NEWS FROM ACE ACE

Taking weight out of the equation puts ACE on course for £800,000 export birthday present A global desire for greener cars and more fuel efficient planes is set to deliver a major export boost to Advanced Chemical Etching (ACE).

The Telford-based precision engineering specialist is predicting international orders to generate an additional £800,000 of revenue, with prototype and low volume parts in demand from customers in more than 15 countries.

Employing 60 people at its Hortonwood site, the company’s ability to etch in aluminium and titanium has seen it play a major role in the development of heating elements for ice protection on aircraft and high-performance interconnectors and bipolar plates commonly used in automotive battery packs and fuel cells respectively.

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These are all identified as major growth areas for the business, which is set to celebrate its 20th birthday in 2020.

weight out of the equation, whether that is melting ice or supporting new battery technology.

“The parts we produce are very complex and there are not many firms with our capacity or capability,” explained Chris Ball, Executive Director at ACE.

“We’re already working on a number of projects that should come to fruition this year and have the potential to change the way cars, drones, space vehicles and aircraft are powered.”

“Our different etching processes have been developed to deliver the tightest of tolerances and over £600,000 has been invested in the last year in new equipment to ensure we can produce up to 2000 sheets per day…a massive increase on this time last year.”

He continued: “Automotive and aerospace are committed to reducing emissions and our technology lends itself to taking

ACE, which has been supported by the Department for International Trade (DIT) with reviews of its website and agent network to help maximise sales, specialises in the development of prototype components, pre-production and volume fulfilment to customers in aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical, telecoms and renewables.

The scope of its activities is far and wide and can include anything from safety critical components for aircraft and F1 cars to meshes and electronic connectors and even frames for designer glasses.

steel, nickel alloys, copper, beryllium copper, phosphor bronze, brass and, thanks to groundbreaking new processes, aluminium, molybdenum, titanium, nitinol and elgiloy.

All parts are developed and manufactured at its main site in Telford or at the company’s dedicated sister business, ACE Forming Limited, in Kingswinford.

Ian Whateley, Managing Director, continued: “2020 is going to be a big year for our business and we’ve started by launching a new brand and website.

Latest production machinery, a dedicated laboratory and state-of-the-art measuring capability ensures it works to the most exacting tolerances and can manufacture components in materials, such as stainless

“Export is also a major target and we have set about increasing our number of agents in key territories, including Germany, the

Netherlands and Asia. Supporting this will be the launch of international websites with their own international domains.”

ACE spent £600,000 in 2019 on upgrading its facility in Telford and has just pressed the button on a further £250,000 investment to help it continue to win new work.

Pre and post cleaning machines have been installed to make the company quicker and new auto loaders have been added on to the lines to aid a move to ‘lights-out manufacturing’ in some parts of production.

2020 is going to be a big year for our business and we’ve started by launching a new brand and website.

For further information visit www.ace-uk.net or follow the company @Ace_ChemEtching on twitter.

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Babcock Wanson appoints new managing director

WES Ltd. appoints new Sales and Marketing Director

Industrial boilers and process heating equipment specialist Babcock Wanson is pleased to announce the appointment of David Hatswell as its new UK Managing Director.

WES Ltd., the leading UK manufacturer of chemical dosing systems, is delighted to announce the appointment of Graham Ward as Sales and Marketing Director. Graham’s extensive experience includes a number of senior roles working for various SMEs and large organisations in the water, power generation, petrochemical, marine and food & beverage industries. As a qualified marine engineer, Graham has established his career in Sales and Business Development both in UK and overseas markets, with a strong emphasis on water and gas treatment, as well as fluid handling.

The first five years at Babcock Wanson saw David learning the ropes as a Service Engineer, moving on to Commissioning Engineer before taking on the role of Field Service Manager at the company’s headquarters in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. In 2016 David was promoted to Service Division Manager and this year takes over the reins from Chris Horsley as the Company’s new Managing Director. Chris, who is now Process Engineering Director, will support David in his new role over the coming months.

For more information, please contact Babcock Wanson on 020 8953 7111 or info@babcock-wanson.co.uk or go to www.babcock-wanson.co.uk

Kevin Wheeler, Managing Director says: “Graham has the right skills and experience to deliver further growth as we gear up to support customers in AMP7 and maximise opportunities throughout industry. We’re delighted to have him on board!”

For further information on WES products and services, visit www.wes.ltd.uk.

Oyster Farm Reaps the Benefits of Denso™ Tape

Woodstown Bay Shellfish (WBS) Ltd, based in the South East of Ireland, run one of Ireland’s largest oyster growing and exporting companies.

The family-owned business uses several tractors on an inter-tidal area of Woodstown Beach where the oysters are farmed in the ‘A’ class waters of the Waterford Estuary.

The oysters are harvested by the tractors and trailers and transported back to the WBS factory in Dunmore East Harbour for processing.

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In order to protect critical parts of the machinery from the corrosive marine environment, and to make sensitive electronics watertight, WBS Ltd have found that Denso™ Tape performs better than anything else they have tried over more than 20 years. Its versatile nature, along with being long-lasting and easyto-apply in less than ideal application conditions, makes it an extremely reliable and costeffective solution to WBS Ltd’s problems.

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KASTO KASTO manufactures manual, semi-automatic and fully automated bandsaws, circular saws and hacksaws. The company also builds compact industrial warehouses for computercontrolled storage and retrieval of bar, tube, profile, sheet and other materials. Systems can be either stand-alone or interlinked with saws, other machine tools, and more.

KASTO’s service encompasses planning, design, software development, project management, execution, service and support from a single source. KASTO Ltd is the subsidiary serving the UK and Ireland with offices, demonstration facilities and a showroom in Milton Keynes.

We would be delighted to meet with you to explain more on our stand 610 in hall 19 at the MACH 2020 show, which runs from 20th to 24th April at the NEC in Birmingham. www.kasto.com/uk

Denso USA Grand Opening Denso North America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Winn & Coales International, hosted the grand opening of its new premises in Houston, TX in September 2019.

The new 110,000 ft2 facility, the largest operated by Winn & Coales globally, will be the focal point of product development and manufacturing activities for Denso North America, featuring enlarged manufacturing capabilities, increased warehouse capacity, R&D and training facilities, plus room for future business growth. Denso’s Protal™, Archco™ and SeaShield™ product lines are well-known and respected in the industry; the newly opened facilities will allow for further development and increased production capabilities of these products.

David Winn OBE, chairman of Winn & Coales International, was present at the grand opening ceremony. After a few words of perspective regarding the significance of

the new premises, Mr. Winn and Denso North America’s President, Lucian Williams, cut the ceremonial ribbon to officially open the building.

Winn & Coales International are leading corrosion prevention and sealing specialists established in London in 1883. In 2020, the company will be celebrating 90-years of supplying and manufacturing its renowned petrolatum corrosion prevention products.

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The New High Performance Valve ARI-Armaturen is delighted to present a double-offset, metallic sealing high performance valve – ZEDOX®. Durable and energy-efficient with perfect handling, it represents the economic alternative with reliable tightness for demanding applications. Together with the successfully established triple-offset process valve: ZETRIX® and the standard butterfly valves: ZESA®, GESA® and ZIVA®, ARI-Armaturen is able to provide a more comprehensive butterfly valve portfolio.

In contrast to centric butterfly valves, the double-offset sealing principle of the new ZEDOX® reduces the angle of the disc when entering into contact with the seat sealing ring, relieving the metallic sealing when opening. With a streamlined bearing and shape of the valve disc, ZEDOX® offers higher energy efficiency and longer service life due to reduced contact pressure and minimised friction, therefore allowing protection of the seat sealing ring against negative medium flow influences.

Offering high functional safety even at challenging requirements, ZEDOX® is reliably tight at temperatures from -40°C up to +260°C (max. +400°C with specially designed models), for pressure classes PN 10 - PN 40 plus ANSI Class 150.

ZEDOX® accomplishes leakage rate A acc. to EN12266, API 598 (bi-directional) and soft sealing or alternative metallic-sealing with leakage rate B (optional rate A); with the blowout proof shaft providing extra safety. The ZEDOX® pressure/temperature rating follows company standard and EN

it represents the economic alternative with reliable tightness for demanding applications.

1092. The high performance valve can be easily automated, when replacing the gearbox, through pneumatic, electrical or hydraulic actuators (actuation interface acc.

ISO 5211).

Available in butt-weld ends (DN 200 - DN 1600), double flanged (DN 200 - DN 1200) or wafer (DN 80 - DN 800), with PN 10 - PN 40 as well as Class 150. The ZEDOX® can be made in either cast carbon steel or cast stainless steel however, different versions and materials are available on request. This makes the ZEDOX® extremely versatile and suitable for use in various applications involving fluids, steam, gases and vapours.

This addition of the new ZEDOX® fills the gap within ARI-Armaturen’s range of existing soft sealing butterfly valves and the triple-offset process valve, completing our portfolio and enabling customers to benefit from our ‘One Stop Shop’ approach: ZETRIX® - the process valve: available in butt-weld ends, double flanged and fully lug-type versions up to Class 600, PN 63 and PN 100 and from DN 80 - DN 600.

ZEDOX® - the high performance butterfly valve: available in butt-weld ends, double flanged and wafer-type versions up to PN 40 and DN 80 - DN 800 (DN 1600).

ZESA®, GESA®, ZIVA® - the eco-centric butterfly valves: available in lug and wafertype versions up to PN 16 and DN 25 - DN 500.

For more information, contact the UK sales office on 01684 275752 or email enquiries@ uk.ari-armaturen.com.

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LATEST NEWS FROM AURRIGO AURIGO

Autonomous pods SWARM together like bees in world first demonstration Autonomous pods born in Coventry are now able to swarm together in a world first, thanks to research by WMG at the University of Warwick in partnership with Aurrigo and Milton Keynes council.

With the concept of driverless pods now more realistic than futuristic, the vehicles are one step closer to being put to use, as they can now help each other to drive and navigate through pedestrian areas around people.

The concept of Swarming pods was well received by the public, with the ultimate idea of using an app to hail a pod, or a platoon of pods if travelling in a group, seen as the next evolution of personal and public transport.

The pods are designed for pedestrian areas and shared spaces, so public transport can be used on highways and the pods can be used as a “first and last mile service”.

Researchers at WMG integrated Swarm intelligence into the Pods by implementing swarming skills typically used by birds and insects.

The success of ‘swarming’ means that Pods can now schedule themselves to form a ‘platoon’, following each other when possible, to minimise the number of individual vehicle movements and the need for a supervisor per pod. In the future, it’s expected that a supervisor can watch several pods and report any unexpected behaviour.

The technology also enables the Pods, working within a fleet, to automatically optimise their behaviour to meet future passenger demand by distributing themselves within a city to the areas where they will most likely be requested.

Dr Roger Woodman, associate Professor in human factors at WMG at the University of Warwick, said: “The SWARM algorithm has been tested and is proven to be

With the concept of driverless pods now more realistic than futuristic, the vehicles are one step closer to being put to use. effective and reliable. The ability to make pods ‘swarm’ together like a group of bees or birds, means they can coordinate with each other, bringing them one step closer to our streets.”

Simon Brewerton, Chief Technology Officer at Aurrigo, continued: “The collaborative SWARM algorithms have been developed to enable our autonomous vehicles to optimise their own trip schedules, so they deliver the optimum efficiency from a fleet of vehicles.

“The swarming technology is very exciting and has the potential to operate large fleets of remotely supervised autonomous vehicles in a safe and scalable way.

Interest in this will be huge.”

For further information, please visit www.aurrigo.com or follow @aurrigotech on twitter

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Fabricator completes £1.3 million investment SevenHills Fabrication, one of the Steetley Corner Group of companies, has completed an investment programme worth more than £1.3 million.

“Our plan is to continue expanding our operations following a decade of growth and having the technology, equipment and skills to run a manufacturing operation which continually adapts and improves is the future for this company. This approach should be the standard for British manufacturers.”

The Sheffield company, which has demonstrated 31 per cent year-on-year growth with a turnover of 3.5 million GBP, has completed its investment drive with the installation of a £200,000 press brake and a £150,000 robot welder.

The latest investments have been supported by the Sheffield City Region Business Investment Fund and enable SevenHills Fabrication, a specialist fabrication and laser cutting business based at the city’s Holbrook Industrial Estate, to continue its transition into Industry 4.0 operations.

Managing director of SevenHills, James Harding-Terry, said: “The company’s transition to industry 4.0 is essential for future-proofing the business.

“Over the past three years, SevenHills has installed a £550,000 Bystronic fibre laser cutting machine, a £60,000 electric tubebending machine and a £250,000 computer system for full mapping of production, accounting, purchasing and distribution.

“The new machines complete a substantial

investment programme for us that really sets this company apart from traditional fabrication businesses as we take on increasingly complex and challenging projects across a range of sectors.”

SevenHillls, which can trace its history back to 1926, has completed other investments, including £50,000 on improved extraction facilities, LED lighting throughout its operations and measures to improve the company’s energy consumption, waste material ratios, local environment and staff working conditions.

James added: “Operating in conjunction with new machines such as the tube bender, press brake and our robot welder, the computer system will help to up-skill our workforce so that they are able to adapt to Industry 4.0 methods.

SevenHills’ growth contributes to Steetley Corner Group’s £8.9 million turnover, growing at 23 per cent.

James Harding-Terry added: “Aside from the challenges and opportunities presented to industry through Brexit, the UK has to achieve manufacturing stability, growth and global excellence so that domestic businesses like ours may succeed. We must compete at the highest level, adopting the best resources available.”

SevenHills Fabrication supplies high technology solutions to aerospace, defence, hygiene, medical, oil and gas and agricultural sectors and its output covers bespoke single items through to large batch production.

Steetley Corner Group incorporates IT consultancy company, Acuma Technology, towbar specialist PCT Automotive and SevenHills Fabrication, based at Sheffield’s Holbrook Industrial Estate.

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Specialist funding support to businesses Is your company one of the 97% of businesses that incorrectly assume they can’t apply for funding to support their innovative work?

MCS Corporate Strategies Ltd provide specialist funding support to businesses, with a core focus on cost recovery. As an independent consultancy, we help businesses and institutions to access the government grants and incentives they’re entitled to. This includes Research & Development, RDEC and Patent Box. Research & Development Tax Credits form a key part of Government strategy to boost innovation in business. This tax relief scheme reduces the real cost of investment in improving products and processes and remains one of the largest single Government funding mechanisms available for business.

We make the whole identification and application process quick and simple.

1. We identify your eligibility and take the difficulty and stress out of making a R&D claim.

2. We work with you to gather the details and then prepare all submission documents.

3. We liaise with your accountants and HMRC to submit and process your claim.

4. We handle the entire claim process, from initial assessment to completion.

The Single key criterion for qualification is that you be registered as a UK corporate entity.

Claims are retrospective (two years) and intended to be claimed year-on-year. SME’s and large Companies qualify.

Manufacturing, engineering and all disciplines, activities, parts, products, prototypes; IT software and first-of-class items are examples of what is included as items for research and development. The CIRD definition of R&D is wide and inclusive of very broad activities.

We work on a success fee basis only so there’s no initial cost – you’ve nothing to lose.

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MARKET LEADERS PROFIBUS & PROFINET INTERNATIONAL

Practical Aspects of PROFINET, PROFIBUS and IO-Link Long before the advent of the Industrial Internet of Things, Industry 4.0 and “Smart Manufacturing” a group of leading equipment manufacturers and technical universities came together with the goal of helping German industry automate and standardise as many production processes as possible and link them effectively to IT management systems. This was the beginning of PROFIBUS, closely followed

by PROFINET and IO-Link.

Now with nearly 80 million nodes installed worldwide, PROFINET, PROFIBUS and IO-Link are truly market leaders, providing state of the art digital communications addressing all the needs of manufacturing and process industries, significantly lowering capital expenditure on installation, commissioning and maintenance.

LEARN MORE ABOUT PROFINET, PROFIBUS AND IO-LINK PI UK is organising a number of free-toattend training opportunities in Birmingham (April 28), Scotland (May 27) and Belfast (June 23). These events are designed to address the opportunities and key practical issues arising from the use of PROFINET, PROFIBUS and IO-Link digital communications technologies in automated manufacturing and process industry applications, paying particular attention to Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Supported by an exhibition with demonstrations of actual tools used in configuration and maintenance, these events will cover key application areas

such as control systems and energy management, pulp & paper, chemical, utilities, pharmaceutical, mechanical handling and logistics, robotics, automotive engineering, electrical and electronics assembly, packaging and printing, from system design and safety & security considerations through to fault-finding and maintenance.

to IoT technologies using OPC-UA. This presentation, including live demonstrations, will take a “how it’s done” approach using products from several well-known manufacturers and will include:

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Profinet - IO-Link

The seminar and exhibition will be of great value to Designers, Production/ System Engineers, Instrument Technicians/ Engineers and C&I Engineers involved in the design, operation and maintenance of modern automated factories and process plant.

ABSTRACTS FROM THE SEMINAR PRESENTATIONS INTRODUCTION TO PI GROUP – INCLUDING HIGHLIGHTS OF NEW SUPPORTED TECHNOLOGIES An overview of the Group’s structure and global representation, taking a look at the protocol basics and their differences, plus showing the progress of the number of installed devices from the group’s supported technologies and relating these figures to their market share.

NETWORK GATEWAY TECHNOLOGY A vendor-independent overview of how to connect PROFINET networks to existing fieldbuses and expose the data

• Profinet - Profibus DP • Profinet - Profibus PA • Profinet - CANOpen • Profinet - OPC UA

PROFINET NETWORK DESIGN It is widely accepted that the most important decisions are made at the design stage of a project. This presentation examines the fundamental principles of good network design for PROFINET systems, although many of the ideas are applicable to PROFIBUS and other networking systems.

The presentation will discuss the main factors that must be considered at the design stage of an automation system.

Practical examples will show how facilities for health checking, fault-finding and maintenance can have a crucial impact on plant availability. The presentation will also examine how properly thought out network monitoring and redundancy can drastically affect plant up-time and thus profitability.

INDUSTRIAL NETWORK COMMISSIONING & TESTING Take a walk through the process of certifying a new PROFINET (or any other industrial Ethernet) product against the standards and see how easy it can be, then look at a few gotchas that can easily be avoided by careful planning. Learn how to simplify the process of testing both cabling and networks in Industrial Ethernet networks that utilise the PROFINET protocol, how to prevent network failures and resolve cable and network issues faster.

PROFIBUS AND PROFINET DEVICE CONFIGURATION TOOLS. A look at the available device configuration tools and their development including the move to unify the different types into one format – FDI.

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PROFINET, PROFIBUS and IO-Link Training Opportunities Learn more about PROFINET, PROFIBUS and IO-Link PI UK is organising a number of freeto-attend training events across the UK designed to answer your questions and show you how to address key practical issues in automated manufacturing and process industry applications.

Paying particular attention to Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), they will cover key application areas such as control systems and energy management in chemical, utilities, pharmaceutical, logistics, robotics, automotive engineering, electrical and electronics assembly, packaging, printing, pulp & paper - from system design and safety & security considerations through to fault-finding and maintenance.

Topics will include: • Introduction to PI Group – including highlights of new supported technologies - An overview of the Group’s structure and global representation, taking a look at the protocol basics and their benefits to UK industry.

• PROFINET network design - The fundamental principles of good network design and the main factors that must be considered at the design stage of an automation system.

• Network gateway technology - Presentation and demonstration of network gateway technology,

PROFINET to Profibus DP, PA, IO-Link and OPC UA • Industrial network commissioning and testing - Learn how to simplify the process of testing, how to prevent network failures and resolve cable and network issues faster.

• PROFIBUS and PROFINET device configuration tools - A look at the available tools and FDI with a live demonstration of PROFIBUS and PROFINET device configuration.

• Industrial networks safety & security - The basics of legislation and responsibilities for cybersecurity,

More information and online Registration: Birmingham, April 28 - http://bit.ly/PUK28April Glasgow, May 27 - http://bit.ly/PIUKScotland Belfast, June 23 - http://bit.ly/PIUKBelfast

• Update on Industry 4.0, IIoT, TSN and APL - Explanation of IIoT, IND4.0 and Big Data, and how PROFINET is placed as the ideal network to fulfil the above.

Who should attend?

Supported by an exhibition with demonstrations of actual tools used in configuration and maintenance, these seminars will be of great value to Designers, Production/System Engineers, Instrument Technicians/Engineers and C&I Engineers involved in the design, operation and maintenance of modern automated factories and process plant.

Contact PROFIBUS & PROFINET International - PI UK: Tel: 02081 449 597 Email: uk@profibus.com Web: profibusgroup.com you expect to be seeing from PI in the not too distant future. We will also consider the impact of open architectures/systems, common technology, international standards and last but not least trust in technology.

This will be followed by a live demonstration of PROFIBUS and PROFINET device configuration using an existing open platform and web browser option.

INDUSTRIAL NETWORKS SAFETY & SECURITY The concept of Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing has gained plenty of traction in the marketplace. What does this greater acceptance of Industry 4.0 mean for Functional Safety and Cybersecurity in Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS)? In this presentation we will quickly discuss the basics of Functional Safety and Cybersecurity for PROFI based

safety and functional safety for Industrial Automation.

INDUSTRY 4.0 AND THE INDUSTRIAL INTERNET OF THINGS (IIOT)

applications and then we will consider the impact on these areas from Industry 4.0 in the short and medium term. What should System Integrators and Product Manufacturers be doing now and what can

A short journey to explain IIoT, The Industrial Internet of things, IND4.0 from IND1.0 and Big Data. How PROFINET is placed as the ideal Industrial Fieldbus to fulfil the above, how it is implemented and why you should consider it. Some of the myths explained.

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FOAMplus® perfect protective packaging solution from Storopack As a leading global protective packaging supplier Storopack recognizes the importance of ensuring goods are protected during transit and arrive in perfect condition.

Damaged goods not only incur costs for replacement orders but also affect businesses’ reputations. So while costs need to be kept to a minimum it is vital to choose the correct protective packaging type.

Usually a void fill packaging medium will suffice. However when the product is more sensitive to shock and vibration, such as engineering, electronics, aeronautical, and many other expensive products then more consideration has to be given to using the right type of in-the-box protective packaging.

Storopack’s FOAMplus® range is a perfect solution for companies that manufacture or ship products that require this highest degree of protection eliminating transit and handling damage.

The success of FOAMplus® polyurethane foam is based upon its huge versatility as a packaging medium. The foam can either be dispensed directly into the carton where the expanding foam will mould itself to the contours of the product shape or can be made into pre-moulded cushions to enhance presentation. The product will satisfy the most rigorous cushioning demands for high value, fragile and awkward shaped products. The light weight foam packaging also ensures that shipping costs are kept to a minimum whilst providing customers with total product protection.

As a space saving solution FOAMplus®, polyurethane foam packaging is ‘on demand’ and mixes two components together which then expands up to 200 times its liquid volume negating the necessity for large storage areas required for pre-fabricated packaging.

The benefits for customers are numerous. As well as an ideal solution for protecting awkward and valuable products, customers with product

design changes and new product line additions are able to quickly adapt the packaging without the need to carry a large range of bespoke cartons or fabricated packaging.

There are two dispensing methods available for the insitu protective packaging solution. Either FOAMplus® Hand Packer, a manually operated system, with a fully electronic microprocessor control to maintain consistent quality that delivers the foam direct into polythene lined carton via a foam dispensing gun.

Alternatively the Bag Packer² Foam-in-Bag dispensing system is fast, easy to use, efficient and economical. The machine can produce up to 23 foam-filled bags per minute at the touch of a button. Polyol B 5504R, foam B component is made from 30 percent recycled polyurethane.

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Ideal in-the-box protection for heavy products.

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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.

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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.

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THE HOME OF VISCOUS PUMPING SOLUTIONS

Kecol have over 25 years of experience in handling all types of viscous products in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics markets, as well as general industrial applications.

A sample of products we already pump… ✓Honey ✓Petroleum Jelly ✓Mascara ✓Sauces ✓Lanolin ✓Lip Gloss ✓Essences ✓Eye Ointment ✓Meat Paste ✓Paraffin Wax

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✓Face Scrub ✓Teething Gel ✓Tomato Puree ✓Medical Adhesives ✓Veterinary Creams ✓Fruit Paste ✓Toothpaste ✓Malt ✓Jam ✓Wax

PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES

3D MODELS ITOTIC LABS

A true digital win

Enterprises have been visualising data through 3D models for years, but a model, even a sophisticated one, isn’t a twin. 3D models at their best are visualisations of data and information which enable better decisions and are often limited to discreet, static diagrams of physical assets or infrastructure.

A true digital twin of an asset or source is able to interoperate and behave as its realworld counterpart, securely and intelligently interacting with other twins to share and consume data and controls.

As companies continue to develop and embrace digital transformation and Enterprise 4.0, they are faced with an everbroadening capability gap. As the number of interactions within enterprises and across complex supply chains increases so does the challenge.

Data and controls are locked in a complex fractured, fluctuating ecosystem of siloes that prevent the interactions demanded of us and the digital driven growth in selective data sharing between product and service.

The answer is digital twins and meaningful interactions between them. Twins that are a comprehensive interoperable version of any

The value of the Iotic approach is that it’s made it easy for the team to connect different applications and help them work together. thing, with all its data and controls through its whole lifecycle, semantically defined and machine readable. Twins that create an event stream, a river of news, throughout their lives from specification to BOM (Bill of Materials) amendments, installation to operation.

Interrelating data and controls from siloes to provide a single point of access.

Machine readable twins can securely and programmatically interrelate. Abstracted from their siloed sources, they can safely enable interoperability that will power the next generation of services, driven by sophisticated and holistic algorithms and AI.

We have seen the adoption of digital twins by organisations such as Rolls Royce Power Systems, which has placed an emergent twin-based interoperable ecosystem at the heart of its vision to deliver the next generation in customer service.

Sean Gigremosa, Technical Product Manager, explains: “The issue was that we didn’t see our products the way customers do. We saw the world based on our technology and process, infrastructure and delivery methodology. We harnessed digital twin technology to provide a virtual composite of the entirety of an asset’s data and controls, one that could meaningfully interact with other twins to provide a single source of truth that helps suppliers become service providers and customers partners.”

Colin Everson, Head of Innovation at BAM Nuttall, said: “We have all of this equipment on site but no information about it, we just didn’t collect or use it anywhere. Many suppliers offer us an app to monitor their bit of kit, but that’s not much use to us. The value of the Iotic approach is that it’s made it easy for the team to connect different applications and help them work together.”

For further information, please visit www.iotic-labs.com

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Gestamp delighted by unexpected benefits from new RO System Llanelli based Gestamp, a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of metal automotive components, is benefitting from significant environmental and process improvements following a decision to invest in Reverse Osmosis technology for its low conductivity process water generation requirements.

As part of its Vision to promote sustainable economic and social development, Gestamp was primarily looking for a cleaner and costeffective water treatment process to replace an ageing chemically activated ion exchange system.

Gestamp contacted filtration specialists Axium Process to discuss the suitability of Reverse Osmosis for the application and after comparing the benefits of the technology against the ion exchange process, made the decision to proceed with an Axium standard reverse osmosis system. Equipment reliability, short delivery time, technical support and service backup were considered important elements in the scope of supply.

“We chose an Axium RO system because the technology is safer to operate, eliminates bulk chemical and disposal costs and does not present a toxic pollution hazard to the environment. After using the Plant for a number of months we are happy to report unexpected benefits such as enhanced paint finish resulting from improved water quality, as well as less downtime because the system requires minimal maintenance and has been programmed to self-clean” reports Simon White, Gestamp’s plant technician.

Designed for ease of operation and low maintenance, Axium’s standard RO systems primarily remove salts and particulates from a variety of water sources providing a reliable, stable source of high-quality water that can be used for many industrial and process applications. The systems are supplied as standard with high rejection low energy membranes, multiple sample points, conductivity monitor, level sensors, feed pressure switch and an inverter controlled pump.

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Precision Weigh Modules and Load Cells With Global Approvals and Standards Weigh module users are under an increasing amount of pressure to improve the efficiency, quality and safety of their production.

METTLER TOLEDO has designed a series of weigh modules and load cells to significantly improve accuracy during manufacturing. Weighing anything from 3kg up to 300 tones, they are suited to a variety of applications.

Used to convert almost any structure into a scale, adding a system of weigh modules to tanks, vessels, silos and hoppers, enables you to weigh the contents accurately and reliable.

All weigh modules and load cells are provided with the required global approvals and standards, thus simplifying global business conduct and order processing. OEMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s can have the satisfaction of knowing they are complaint, when sending parts to their clients across the world.

In addition, our extensive service network is among the best in the world and ensures maximum availability and service life of your product.

For more information on industrial weighing products and service email enquire.mtuk@mt.com

Discover more about Weigh Modules and Load Cell at www.mt.com/uk-oem

Weigh Module Systems Handbook and Online Webinar Take advantage of two great resources designed to make the implementation of weigh modules in large weighing systems easy and error-free.

METTLER TOLEDO has created a comprehensive handbook and an online seminar which detail the fundamentals of designing, building and installing customised solutions. Covering the application of load cells and weigh modules for tanks, silos, vessels, hoppers or conveyor weighing systems, these are both free to access.

The Weigh Module Systems Handbook offers practical guidelines for engineers, designers and service personnel to avoid common errors. It covers the critical phases you should consider to achieve the required accuracy level in your process. These include design calculations, thermal effects, piping connections, designing of support structures and calibration.

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With more than 150 pages it provides a complete library of information regarding the application and use of load cells and weigh modules.

In support of this document an online webinar is accessible on the METTLER TOLEDO website. This offers an additional opportunity to develop a greater understanding of implementing tank, silo and vessel weighing systems. Available on-demand, the session can be viewed at your convenience.

For a free download of the handbook visit: www.mt.com/ ind-system-handbook Or to access our online webinar visit: www.mt.com/ind-24x7webinar-tankweighing

PRODUCT NEWS

Ecoseal Ecoseal is approved to Gas Industry Standard (GIS) Leakage Control (LC) 25. It is the only product on the market to have achieved the specification set out in GIS LC25. The specification sets out the requirements for flexible joint penetrating sealant repair systems for external application to ferrous distribution pipes with either lead/yarn or mechanical type joints. The maximum operating pressure must be equal to or less than 2 bar, in areas where pipe movement might be experienced.

There are three viscosities of Ecoseal, thick, thin and ultra-thin. Each variety is designed to repair a different leaking, corroded or damaged joint.

This includes mechanical, lead yarn and tightly packed joints.

Ecoseal is a two-part Polyurethane resin. This means a chemical reaction takes place when the two parts meet and combine. The process is user and environmentally friendly as no toxic fumes or chemicals are released.

Ecoseal provides an alternative to encapsulation repair systems. It is time-saving and costsaving because it eliminates the need for site assessments and measuring for encapsulation muffs. It provides an option to inject through the socket or directly through the lead joint face.

Ecoseal can be used on spigots, mechanical joints, socket joints, and valves. It can be used on a range of pipes up to 2 bar pressure.

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Stable, quality performance from E.MC cylinders Pneumatics and hydraulics specialists Tom Parker Ltd are UK exclusive distributors for pneumatics products

by E.MC. Established in 1986, E.MC possess over 50 patents and provide pneumatic solutions for over 50 industries. E.MC products offer production efficiency with precision, low consumption pneumatics. Their world-class manufacturing and test facilities are in response to industry demand for greater streamlined performance, combined with durability.

E.MC provides a wide range of pneumatic cylinders for the automation industry. With bore sizes ranging from 10 mm to 125 mm in the range available from Tom Parker Ltd, each element of the cylinder series has been engineered to produce superior performance and reliability. Cylinders are machined by high precision American and Japanese CNC robots and are automatically assembled and tested.

Automated machining ensures bores are precisely cut; extending the life cycle of devices.

Cylinder styles available from Tom Parker Ltd include the ISO 15552/VDMA standard and profile cylinders, compact cylinders, the ISO 21287 compact cylinder, and guided cylinders, many available with a range of accessories, and backed by E.MC product specialist knowledge from experts at Tom Parker Ltd. E.MC products are already the first choice for many leading companies around the world. For more information, please contact Tom Parker Ltd, telephone 01772 255109 or visit tom-parker.co.uk.

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INNOVATIONS, FOCUS, IDEAS ORPLEX

Supplying a wide range of pulling and lifting winches, pulleys and accessories for pulling and lifting loads in industrial, commercial and domestic applications Winchshop.co.uk is one of four websites owned and managed by Orplex Ltd. The ethos of Orplex is to have; • Easy to navigate web sites, with focused market specific product ranges.

• Smart and searchable search facilities.

• Clear and secure payment methods.

• Best customer service, online presence backed up by human beings.

• Online shops with stock.

• Quick and efficient delivery.

• Traceability for all products.

Orplex bring together innovations, focus, ideas to the areas of lifting, hoisting, rigging

and cable management, setup in 2014 we looked at all markets of selling and decided to split our knowledge into four areas With several years of experience in the areas of construction, electrical and lifting equipment – we understand the needs of fast moving industries and utilise the mobility created by e-commerce to provide service that adds value to our customers.

Winchshop.co.uk supplies a wide range of pulling and lifting winches, pulleys and accessories for pulling and lifting loads in industrial, commercial and domestic applications. Most products up to 2.0t capacity are held in stock for prompt next day delivery.

Working with many of the world’s leading manufacturers, Winchshop.co.uk offers winches with Capacities ranging from 45kg to 7,500 kgs (7.5t).

All winches come with brakes, through either load pressure or worm gearing (selfbraking), making them safe to operate for the user (the crank handle will not rotate uncontrollably).

Manual and powered operation winches.

Most products up to 2.0t capacity are held in stock for prompt next day delivery.

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Orplex bring together innovations, focus, ideas to the areas of lifting, hoisting, rigging and cable management.

Powered winches – electric, battery and petrol.

Accessories for fitting include; ropes, webbing, slings, shackles, snatch blocks, ground anchors and mounting brackets.

Products are offered in a range of materials and finishes including; • Steel – painted finish for most indoor standard winching / pulling applications • OCP – Organic Compound Protection Coating for marine / clean room applications • Stainless steel - for marine / offshore and pharmaceutical / clean room environments

• Zinc - for marine, outdoor and pharmaceutical environments • Polyamide – for aggressive, corrosive or clean room environments Applications include • Manufacturing in process engineering • Handling & movement of objects in cleanrooms • Winches for trailers, or for pulling in boats and caravans (on driveways, slips ways for example).

• Movement of tower masts, lighting towers and scores boards.

• Operation of drape / curtains, washing

lines, clothes maidens, blinds.

• Movement of trolleys / bogies on rails.

• Lifting of doors / hatches for example in Biomass applications.

• Scaffold hoists for construction • Battery and petrol powered capstan winches for cable handing, forestry and agricultural • Operation of sluice gates in canal / water works, lifting/ lowering of pumps in water treatment works.

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ESAB’s Dual Shield® Prime lowhydrogen fcaw wires feature laser-welded seams to combat moisture absorption ESAB’s Dual Shield® Prime is a family of seamless, low-hydrogen (H4) non-coppercoated flux cored wires that combat moisture absorption in humid environments, delivering impact toughness down to -60 oC. Tests performed in accordance with AWS standards show an initial level of 2.17 ml of diffusible hydrogen per 100 g of deposited weld metal; after one week of exposure with a 90% RH at 30 oC, Dual Shield Prime demonstrated just 2.35 ml of diffusible hydrogen. “We laser seal the seams, so there’s no chance of Dual Shield Prime picking up moisture,” says Neil Farrow, Global Product Manager, Flux Cored Wires, ESAB. “Even after extended storage and exposure, these H4 wires retain their low hydrogen properties. Where procedures allow, Dual Shield Prime’s low diffusible hydrogen may eliminate or reduce preheat requirements.” www.esab.com

Innovative sheet metal fastening solutions TR Fastenings (TR) Ltd is a leading global specialist in the design, engineering and distribution of sheet metal fasteners. Based in 32 locations, TR is a full service provider with a vast network of expertise, including 3 technical and innovation centres, and a suite of fastener testing capabilities.

TR’s extensive sheet metal product portfolio includes a range of fasteners for pressing, riveting and welding, including our own branded Hank® Self Clinch Fasteners and Hank® Rivet Bushes, as well as Blind Rivets, Blind Rivet Nuts, Weld Nuts and Studs, K-Series® Nuts and a number of related products, from Spring Steel Fasteners, Masking Caps and Plugs, Standard Bolts and Screws, to Enclosure Hardware.

Originally launched around a year ago and designed to tackle the extreme durability and reliability required for operator-controlled electrical switching and control tasks for industrial machinery, Herga’s 6256 series heavy-duty footswitch series is now equipped with many additional and simply adapted accessories and options. The economically priced range is now expanded with further switching options and includes an emergency stop version, extended base plates for increased stability, pole & handle attachments for portability and ease of operation, and a rear pedal lock lever prevents footswitch operation when depressed.

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For more information please contact: Herga Technology Email: sales@herga.com Tel: +44 (0)1284 701422

GoPrint3D and Essentium partnership set to accelerate adoption of industrial-scale additive manufacturing in the UK and Ireland Essentium, Inc., a leading innovator of industrial additive manufacturing (AM) solutions, has announced that GoPrint3D will resell the Essentium High Speed Extrusion (HSETM) 3D Printing Platform in the UK and Irish markets. The combination of GoPrint3D’s best-in-class service, support and customer knowledge, together with the ground-breaking speed and economics of Essentium’s AM solutions, will help remove the barriers that have, until now, hindered the adoption of industrial-scale AM. While companies have begun to include 3D printing in their production processes, the bulk of manufacturing in UK and Ireland continues to be done by traditional CNC machines because of the limitations in speed, scale and economics associated with the majority of 3D printing solutions.

Essentium and GoPrint3D will tackle these issues head on by

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PRODUCT NEWS

A STEP-CHANGE IN VALUE SAFE SOLVENTS

Safe Solvents granted UK patent for revolutionary parts and process cleaning method

Environmental technology business, Safe Solvents Europe Ltd has successfully patented its propriety Ambimization® method for process and parts cleaning, as of January 2020.

Ambimization® provides businesses with a viable alternative to the use of hydrocarbon solvents, heated and caustic detergents.

These substances have traditionally been used across all process and parts cleaning, but which today are at odds with the corporate values of employee safety, sustainability and productivity.

In contrast, Ambimization® uses waterbased fluids that work at ambient temperature, are non-flammable, noncarcinogenic and have a Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) level of just 6.5%. As Ambimization® does not require fluids to

It has the potential to be a major disruptor of the traditional solvent market. be heated, it also prevents emulsification which, when coupled with the fluid’s natural splitting properties, drastically reduces the volume and cost of waste disposal.

Safe Solvents’ Founder and CTO, Tom Sands, comments: “Ambimization® delivers a step-change in value for businesses undertaking de-greasing, component cleaning, parts washing and

surface treatment. Not only does it derisk a number of traditionally hazardous applications, but it can facilitate operational change, driving gains in productivity.”

He continues: “These operational benefits are unique to Ambimization®. As such, it has the potential to be a major disruptor of the traditional solvent market. We are delighted therefore this proprietary methodology is now protected by UK patent.”

Ambimization® is suitable for the removal of many forms of surface contamination, from oil, paint and ink to highly carbonised metals. The method is compatible with a range of proprietary machinery, while the fluid is also available as part of a fluid-only contract for applications that require in-situ cleaning.

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RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT MINESOFT

Why are patents important for R&D? Patents allow businesses to maintain a period of monopoly on their innovations and inventors to receive recognition for their work. However, for a patent to be granted, it usually requires reviewing a huge amount of data which can be thousands of pages of drawings and text, some of which may be written in foreign languages.

supports over 19 million compounds and understands Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French and German chemical nomenclature.

Organisations from various industry verticals such as chemistry, pharmaceutical, engineering and electronics are among Minesoft’s existing customer base. The wide

variety of users of PatBase is a testament to the indisputable value of patent information in business today. Whether you are part of a multi-national corporation, an SME or an academic institution, patent data can be used to inform business decisions, guide R&D strategy and inspire further innovation.

A searchable patent database like PatBase, containing machine translated non-Latin text, enables R&D teams to easily search for information related to their area of development and view and share an accurate global landscape analysis. This prevents wasted time and energy on redundant work.

PatBase, released in 2003, is a collaboratively built solution by Minesoft and RWS to provide users with a one-stopshop for high quality and routinely updated patent data. With data available from 106 jurisdictions around the world, PatBase provides one of most comprehensive and high-quality collections of patent data in the industry. Minesoft’s team of in-house experts work with patent specialists in large companies around the world to regularly optimise the platform.

Identify whitespaces and avoid overcrowded areas.

For example, this landscape shows the top technology areas in 2017.

PatBase coupled with additional solutions built in-house, such as PatBase Analytics V2 (included in PatBase, and fully compatible with PatBase Express) assist users in performing intuitive searches and to graphically illustrate data for further analyses which can help businesses make better informed strategic decisions. This information can also be used to identify sources of threat in the industry, like competitors infringing on protected IP, or to discover licensing opportunities.

Another intuitive solution is Minesoft’s Chemical Explorer, which is ideal for searching for and extracting vital chemical information from patents. Working in conjunction with PatBase, Chemical Explorer has a full chemical structure drawing capability and the ability to import/export chemical structures. Flexible search options include the ability to search by identity, similarity or substructure. Chemical Explorer

Citation networks can be used to identify competitors’ moving into your space or to spot hot technology areas

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EFFECTIVE WORKABLE SOLUTIONS PINNULA

Pinnula enables businesses to function effectively Our team have years of business process experience, decades of integration knowhow and skilled software development giving Pinnula the ability to deliver effective workable solutions which model your organisations requirements.

WHY DO I NEED AN ERP SYSTEM? ERP Software is crucial to running your business smoothly and efficiently. It reduces the manual work required while allowing you control over every aspect of your business. It provides the mechanism for you to succeed.

PRODUCTION

Uniplan provides all the sophisticated options required to effectively control production. From MPS (Master Production Scheduling), Sales and Prospect demand inclusion to Works Orders, the MRP (Material Resource Planning) module within Uniplan provides complex yet easy to use production methods. Full capacity planning, finite and infinite scheduling and MRPII capabilities make any company’s processes possible.

STOCK

Controlling stock is essential to managing your business. Uniplan’s inventory management is well equipped to deal with your requirements. Through its multilocation and batch traceability processes managing warehouse, stores, consignment and remote locations and well as lineside and KANBAN production locations aiding stock visibility and control. Serial numbers can be easily tracked from manufacture or

purchase through their lifecycle even when using our servicing applications to trace aftercare and maintenance work.

devices such as phones, tablets and mobile computers utilising scanning and barcoding.

SHOP FLOOR JOB TRACKING AND COSTING

Contact Manager is a fast and easy way to organise your resources and remind/control who did what and when, which is essential for modern working environments. Easily visualise the position of your customer or supplier delivering a quality experience.

Uniplan allows you to alleviate the manual and exhaustive collation of costs and job information by automating the process, capturing the information and then managing the results. Uniplan’s diverse functionality allows time, tracking and material bookings from a wide variety of

CRM/CONTACT MANAGER

STAFF

Keep track of your staff, by planning where they should be and when. Diary functionality makes your resources, holidays, absences and training visible.

Automatic links to payroll provide reliable and accurate information, reducing hours of manual calculation.

ACCOUNTS

Uniplan handles all accounting transactions from purchase and sales invoice through to the general ledger with banking and HMRC integration. There is also a payroll suite to accompany the employee resource options which is also fully integrated.

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UNIPLAN ERP ACCELERATES YOUR GROWTH Enquiry Manager CRM/Prospect/Task Manager Stock Management Plan Capacity/Scheduling Resource Management Bill of Materials Production Control Job Costings Process Management Packing & Shipping Serial Numbering Barcoding & Labelling Shop Floor Job & Time Tracking Full Batch Traceability Procurement/Sales Full Accounts/Payroll/HR Bank Integration Dashboard Analytics

Plus much more!

Flexible System Add and remove modules as your business evolves

Uniplan ERP is a modular, scalable and flexible Manufacturing System designed to suit your business as it evolves and grows.

Add functionality and users as the business develops.

We provide functionality rich software which can be configured to best match your business processes.

We have years of experience in implementing systems and can manage a full implementation from start to end.

Uniplan ERP will deliver both greater efficiency and control to your business.

Experience Savings We have been building ERP Reduce costs through systems for over 40 years critical process management

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COMPREHENSIVE ERP SYSTEM SAPMAN V12

If you make stuff we’ll help you make it If you have a warehouse we’ll help you manage it If you hold stock we’ll help you control it Buying an ERP system used to be a major capital expense, potentially running to tens of thousands of pounds for an up and running system. The cost of the software purchase and associated consultancy made it a hugely considered financial outlay.

For manufacturers looking for a rapid Return On Investment – this was a major obstacle for many businesses : together with the desire to spend their CapEx budgets on modern machinery and increased manufacturing capacity rather than software!

For companies that want the software “out of the tin” - and do not require any bespoke programming – a system install and set-up, including training and data conversion would be around £2,950.

Our licencing is £50-£75 per month (depending on user numbers) with no minimum contract obligation. Additional users can be added as required and, indeed, reduced.

and Sage200, and we still have some clients on Sage Line 100 yet to upgrade.

A key market for us is Sage users.

Sapphire Manufacturing Systems Ltd. The developer of Sapman v12 has been an Authorised Sage Developer for over 20 years. So most of our users run on Sage50

We can demo the software remotely via Team Viewer or organise a visit to your premises or you can visit our Bristol Demo Suite: call us on 0333 456 12 12 to have a chat.

One of the great advantages of Sapman v12 for Sage users is that users can benefit from multi depot stock and full Serial Number and Batch Traceability without the need to upgrade their accounting engine from Sage50 to Sage200. This is an additional cost saving benefit

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At its core Sapman v12 is a sophisticated Manufacturing, Warehousing and Stock Control solution. This modular product provides extensive facilities for Stock Control, Sales and Purchase Order Processing, Warehouse Management, Bill of Materials, Works Order Processing, Engineering Control, MRP and CRP. With the Microsoft SQL database engine at its core this product provides a leading edge business management solution.

Our highly skilled team has 20 years of experience resolving our customers’ Assembly, Manufacturing Control and ERP requirements, their Stock Control and Warehouse Management needs using our advanced, effective and efficient software solution.

Sapman v12 fully integrates with Sage’s Accounting solutions: Sage 50 and Sage 200. It also provides an upgrade path from Sage 100.

disposable BBQs our customers rely on Sapman v12 to run their businesses.

Sapman v12 is highly customisable to operate with virtually any business model. With successful installations in a huge range of industry types from manufacturers of medical products to

Sponsored development of specific functionality is possible where customers require some modification to allow the software to exactly map their business’s operational model.

SAPMAN V12 AND SAGE 50 IT ALL STARTS WITH A SALES ENQUIRY! SELL IT

BOM V12 produces the BoM : tree-view with collapsible/expandable nodes

Quotations: Quote ( including price breaks)& Drawings & Pricing : v12 can attach drawings to the Quote

SFDC Shop Floor Data Capture : using barcodes v12 manages the job though the shop floor

SoP : The Sales Order Processing gets underway

WiP With Shop Floor Data Capture SFDC v12 knows :

MAKE IT

What Material/Subcomponents have been used, Who has worked on the job and on what machine - Get Material, Labour & Machine Variances & produce management reports -

Stock : Stock Enquiry : Check material Needs : Make to Order or Ex Stock?

If not it may generate a Purchase Order for more Stock

Every stock issue is linked to an original GRN - ensuring full Serial Number and Batch Traceability

If the Sale item is Make To Order (MTO) then the Works Order Processing routine kicks in

Stock Finished item is booked into Stock

v12 is suitable for Batch Manufacturing, Make to Stock, make to Order, Kanban & service works

v12 knows where it is; it covers multiple sock locations and stock with Sub Contractors

Stock values from v12 update Sage50 Nominal Ledger

Stock values per client defined categories can be up dated to Sage50 Nominal at client defined times

PoP Purchase Order Raised Purchase Invoice received & Sage 50 updated for Nominal Codes, Purchase Ledger and VAT WoP The confirmed order has to be manufactured & v12 produces the works order

SEND IT Stock Stock records updated, Despatch note raised; Certificates of conformity produced

Sales Invoice raised & Sage 50 updated for

WHAT THEY SAY “We really like the Shop Floor Data Capture system which enables us to see the current status of any Works Order live and onscreen.”

Alan Saitch, Managing Director, Lada Engineering Services Ltd

“V12 offers us greater productivity, improved communications with third parties and the interconnectivity between the various menus and our Sage Accounting software makes operating our company infinitely easier.”

Colin Mallard, Finance Director, Lakeland Laboratories Limited

“V12 was a complete transformation for our business back in 2014, with the added bespoke service and repair package designed by the SMS team the customer input and traceability became seamless.”

Mike Perkins, Managing Director, Encoders UK Ltd

Nominal Codes, Sales Ledger & VAT

For more information on Sapman v12 please visit our website at Sapmanv12.co.uk.

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STORAGE, HANDLING AND DISTRIBUTION

ADDING GENUINE VALUE CROCODILE

Designing bespoke packaging solutions to perfectly fulfil clients’ needs Crocodile began as a family company back in 1991 in response to a growing demand for innovative and versatile industrial packaging solutions. To this day Crocodile remains entirely family owned and run and the goal of providing high quality sophisticated packaging solutions that add genuine value to clients has not changed.

Crocodile has a truly global outreach, with manufacturing partners in China, Germany and the USA. But the key to Crocodile’s success is it’s commitment to quality, which is why all aspects of the business from design to manufacturing, right through to delivery of the product is managed under the same roof in Swindon. By controlling every aspect of the business Crocodile ensures that only the best product and customer service is delivered.

Crocodile does not sell from a catalogue, but custom designs bespoke packaging solutions to perfectly fulfil clients’ needs.

We visit prospective customers and listen to them in order to ascertain as much information as we can about exactly what they want and need from their packaging.

Our team of CAD Engineers will then design a packaging solution based around these needs, which we will then present to clients for approval or feedback.

Crocodile’s unique clip system means that packaging can be flat packed and reused, which dramatically cuts customers’ total costs and provides a sustainable, environmentally friendly way to ship goods.

In 2006 Crocodile opened a Timber Frame Division in order to provide economical timber products to the growing timber frames industry in the UK. For the last 12 years Crocodile Timber Frames has been manufacturing high quality products for use in schools and homes across the UK. Our aim is to win customers by delivering a first class but cost effective solution and performance. We then passionately wish from then onwards to continue supplying the customer every time they need

packaging. This only happens if service is of the highest quality. We aim to provide this as a minimum requirement, every time and to never lose a customer. This can only happen if a company is made up of

individuals that share this goal. Crocodile is very proud to have such staff.

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TRIO OF PROJECTS COMPLETED AMH MATERIAL HANDLING

AMH Material Handling increases e-commerce throughput for Selfridges & Co at DHL facility AMH Material Handling has completed a total of three projects for DHL with a combined value of £600,000 at its Hams Hall site in Birmingham. The 400,000 sq ft site handles the receiving, storage, packing and distribution of products for Selfridges & Co. The Hams Hall facility services Selfridges’ four UK stores, its click and collect service as well as its worldwide e-commerce operation.

AUTOMATING PACKING AND SORTATION FOR E-COMMERCE DELIVERY In 2016, AMH Material Handling was asked to produce a solution to increase speed, accuracy and throughput capacity by automating the process of packing and despatch over the three floor mezzanine site.

In order to automate the facility, AMH installed belt conveyors on level 2 to accommodate packing desks on either side. Personnel are able to package orders and then place them straight onto the conveyor belt without the need to manually move packaged deliveries. Items on level 2 travel towards the end of the mezzanine floor where they are automatically inducted into a powered decline spiral conveyor.

A SOLUTION TO ACCOMMODATE E-COMMERCE GROWTH In 2018, AMH Material Handling was asked

by DHL to complete additional work to the Hams Hall site. Assam Khan, operations manager at DHL explains: “Selfridges’ e-commerce operation is continuously growing each year. As a result, we needed to expand on AMH Material Handling’s initial installation in order to keep up with the demands and meet worldwide customer delivery times.

“Selfridges approached us and said they needed to increase their e-commerce throughput. As a third party logistics provider, it was down to DHL to source the

equipment to achieve this. We realised that we needed to expand the number of workbenches on-site to increase throughput and therefore commissioned AMH to complete the additional work to accommodate this.

FUTURE-PROOFING FOR CONTINUED GROWTH AND PEAK PERIODS “This year, Selfridges came back to us and predicted another significant increase in e-commerce throughput for 2019. In order to prepare for this year’s CCE week, AMH came back onto site and replaced old obsolete belt conveyors on level 2 and installed new replacement conveyors to feed the powered decline spiral conveyor. This has allowed us to make both the ground floor and level 1 our main processing floors with the option of opening up level 2 as we need it. During peak periods all three floors run at full capacity for 24 hours a day.

AMH MATERIAL HANDLING – A CONSISTENTLY RELIABLE PARTNER “AMH managed the whole process for us from start to finish for all three projects.

Once timelines had been agreed, they

brought their own project team on-site and managed the installation with no disruption to the e-commerce operation. They also took on the roles of both principal contractor and principal designer, managing and coordinating all other trades during the project.

“DHL had a really good working relationship with AMH Material Handling throughout the three projects and found them to have a very professional approach the whole time.

The team was always very accommodating whether it was managing health and safety on-site during installation or incorporating any design change requests throughout the process.”

SYSTEM SUPPORT - 24 HOUR MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING “In order to keep the system fully operational and avoid any unnecessary downtime which would be detrimental to meeting delivery deadlines, we have a maintenance and servicing agreement with AMH Material Handling. This includes planned preventative maintenance throughout the year to ensure the system is running to its full capacity as well as a rapid response call-out agreement for any issues if they arise. During our CCE week, we actually have an AMH engineer based on-site so any issues can be rectified immediately.

For further information, please visit www.amhmaterialhandling.com

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VALVES

Malaysian refinery trusts Rotork Client Support Programme for tailored valve actuation management The Rotork Client Support Programme (CSP) has been chosen by the Hengyuan Refining Company Berhad for the asset management of Rotork valve actuation equipment at its Port Dickson refinery.

The CSP is designed to meet the company’s specific needs, encompassing 157 Rotork electric actuators, a Rotork Master Station and Pakscan control loop testing facility.

The Rotork CSP can increase reliability and availability of actuator and control products via predictive maintenance and asset management. This includes equipment checks, replacement of worn components and partial or complete overhauls at specific periods. CSP clients have 24/7 access to Rotork Support Centres, with prioritised technical assistance backed by comprehensive resources. www.rotork.com/en

3M High Flow Filter System range extended for lower process flow applications

Safe and Robust - GEMÜ’s BioStar Offers Aseptic Valve Solution

3M, the science-based technology company, has added a 10” filter cartridge and housing (referred to collectively as a filter system) to its High Flow Filter System range, extending its capability to lower process flow applications, including modular water treatment systems and filling lines. The new High Flow 10” Filter Cartridge from 3M uses the same proprietary high efficiency polypropylene microfibre filter media as the existing 40” and 60” length versions. The compound radial pleat structure and large diameter core offers the same significant advantages: high flow rates per filter cartridge in a compact design, allowing fast and easy filter change-outs.

Looking for safe and robust manual diaphragm valves for use in sterile or hygienic applications? The GEMÜ 653/654 BioStar diaphragm valve has a stainless-steel bonnet and is available in two versions. The GEMÜ 653 with high temperature plastic handwheel and the 654 with a stainless steel handwheel to allow minimal heat sink for safe manual operation. The handwheel is available with an optional locking device (manual or magnetic) and/or proximity sensor options. The valve is fitted with an optical position indicator, seal adjuster and stroke limiter as standard to prolong diaphragm life or the setting of chosen flowrates. The GEMÜ 653/654 is designed according to GMP, SIP/CIP and Autoclave capable, depending on the version with surface finishes down to 0.25 μm and electropolished options.

The flow rate capability (up to 19.3m3/hr) and very com For further details on this product range, visit 3M.co.uk/highflow or 3Mireland.ie/highflow

Tel: 01925 824044 Email: enquiries@gemu.co.uk www.gemu.co.uk

COMPONENTS FOR BULK SOLIDS HANDLING

Malaysian refinery trusts Rotork Client Support Programme for tailored valve actuation management

WESTINGHOUSE Servicing & Repairs of Rotary Valves and Diverter Valves Free of charge assessment by a DMN engineer Genuine spare parts used to the original manufacturer’s specification Comprehensive 12 month warranty with continued support with all refurbished DMN valves Refurbishment service by the original manufacturer ATEX certification and validation services

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ZETRIX® & ZEDOX® Eccentric Valves for Demanding Applications Y O U R S T R O N G B U T T E R F LY VA LV E P O R T F O L I O New from ARI !

Metallic Sealing-System Solutions ZETRIX® The triple-offset Process Valve - for high demanding service conditions, covering temperatures from -60°C to max. +427°C. Optional double block and bleed arrangement and also available in butt weld ends (up to DN 600), double-flanged (up to DN 1200) or fully lugged (up to DN 600).

ZEDOX® New from ARI: The double-offset High Performance Valve – the economical alternative.Suitable for temperatures from -40°C to +260°C (max. +400°C).

Available in butt weld ends (up to DN 1600), doubleflanged (up to DN 1200) or wafer type (up to DN 800).

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