Learning about metallurgy

all of us and has helped us on our thinking around process problems and how to better prepare our metals.”

Amy Worrallo, Training & End Point Assessment Manager for ICME said, “The positive feedback and level of interest in this course has shown there is a continued need for development within our industry. ICME is here to support the industry with training programmes to enable the professional development and progression of individuals with their careers. We are starting to be able to offer a wide range of courses in response to demand from the industry, which is really encouraging and will help to ensure that those in our industry can continue to problem solve and grow their businesses.”

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A new rhino enclosure at Knowsley Safari has been protected for decades to come thanks to two firms involved in its major redevelopment.

CLM Services Ltd was asked by the park’s team to provide assistance with the design, fabrication, and installation of six new paddock fence lines, four keeper areas, a dedicated veterinary area, and a VIP area for the brand-new rhino enclosure.

One of only a few fabrication companies registered as a Member with the British & Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), CLM Services called on its longstanding partner, Merseyside Galvanizing Ltd, (part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd) to galvanize the steel and ensure the structures would be protected against corrosion and rust.

Eight white rhinos are now housed in the new enclosure, including a rare southern white rhino which was born shortly after work was completed.

“As a family-run business and member of BIAZA, we’ve worked on many zoological projects over the last 15 years,” explained Matt Hayes of CLM Services. “To be asked by the team at Knowsley Safari to develop a permanent new environment for its endangered white rhinos has been a real privilege, and we’re pleased to have been able to deliver a fit-for-purpose solution for each of their requirements.”

A fence line structure was part of the scope of works, consisting of over 50 tonnes of precast