Welcome to the latest edition of Business and Industry Today, proudly sponsored by Control Station. On page 12, we present an in-depth article featuring an interview with Vera Lúcia Fregonezi, EMEA Business, Marketing, and Sales Ireland.
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On page 8, we feature a comprehensive review of The Business Show London 2023, which ran alongside Going Global Live, Working From Home Live, and the Retrain Expo. With over 750 exhibitors and 200 seminars led by industry experts, the event offered invaluable masterclasses on topics such as business growth, cybersecurity, and marketing skill development. Attendees left equipped with the essential resources to excel in their fields.
One of our chosen Top Exhibitors from the Retrain Expo was Metamorforsuccess. Led by Keely Woolley CEO, on page 9 we feature
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Got a driver that won’t consent to having their licence checked? Unsure how to tackle the situation? Here at CheckedSafe, we explore your options.
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The fight against biodiversity loss has taken a huge step forward as the South Downs National Park unveils a new nature recovery scheme for businesses of all sizes.
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Britain’s biggest Business Show was back for 2023, returning to the ExCeL in London from 22-23 November.
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Rotech’s RF Lite standalone coding systems are designed to make light work of date and batch coding.
The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) says discussions with DEFRA on the implementation of a re-use incentive scheme for wooden packaging have been “extremely positive”.
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Got a driver that won’t consent to having their licence checked? Unsure how to tackle the situation? Here at CheckedSafe, we explore your options...
Do you have a driver that won’t consent to having their driving licence checked?
Eager to get on the road without the necessary checks being done first?
Let’s take a look at what to do if you’re a fleet operator in these circumstances…
The importance of checking employee driving licences
As a fleet operator, you must check all of your driver’s licences at regular intervals. This means at the outset of employment before they are allowed to drive, and consistently after then – typically at least quarterly. It is typically advised to take a risk-based approach to this process, which means drivers who have points on their licence should be checked more frequently.
Whatever your stance, your approach to the frequency of conducting driving licence checks must be established in a written policy. This provides full transparency to your team of drivers and also protects your business in the event of questions down the road.
What to do if a driver refuses licence checks
A driver refusing to have checks carried out on their licence poses a problem. Simply put, as an operator, if your drivers are on the road without a valid licence you may face:
● Prosecution and a legal sentence
● Action from the Traffic Commissioner
● Invalidated insurance
It is therefore essential that despite the difficulty of the situation, you do not allow a driver to drive on behalf of your business.
Step 1 – Speak to your driver and explain your legal obligations
The first step in tackling this would typically be to speak to your driver about the legal obligations you face. This would also be a good time to get out your written policy on the topic and explain the consequences of not adhering to the law. It is also advisable to ask them for their reasons for refusing.
Step 2 – Remind the driver they are subject to disciplinary action
If after that initial conversation, your driver still refuses to let you check their driver’s licence – it is time to remind them that must obey any reasonable and lawful management requests, or they will face disciplinary action.
Step 3 – If they still refuse, dismissal is likely
Finally, if they still refuse to participate in mandatory licence checks, you are within your rights as an employer to dismiss the driver (or refuse to work with them, if they are an agency driver). Legally, both ‘illegality’ and a lack of ‘capability’ are potentially fair reasons to dismiss someone during these circumstances.
How can CheckedSafe’s driving licencechecking software help?
At CheckedSafe, our licence-checking software revolutionises how you ensure your fleet drivers are both compliant and hold clean driving records. We use advanced Optical Character Recognition technology which boasts an accuracy rate of over 95% to efficiently verify driver licences remotely.
We make it easy for you to check for:
● Licence types – That your driver’s details are correct and whether or not they have
the correct licence for their role (ie. full, copy, HGV or professional)
● Driver offences – That all previous driver offences have been identified (ie. speeding, drunk driving)
● Points on licence – That the number of points stated on the driver’s licence is correct.
● Tachograph and CPC – The driver’s Tachograph Card and CPC expiry dates.
The benefits of our licence-checking software are as follows:
● Check the driving licences of your entire fleet remotely.
● Retain peace of mind that your business is compliant and safe.
● Create custom data points and personalised alerts.
● Make use of impressive Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology.
● Easily identify drivers who are at risk within your fleet.
● Minimise the likelihood of you paying expensive fines.
● Stay informed of any new offences from drivers in your fleet.
● Manage your fleet from one streamlined.
● Use our innovative ‘pay-as-you-go’ service to check licences.
Remember, making sure every employee behind the wheel has a current & valid driving licence isn’t just a legal checkbox for you to tick – it is also a key part of managing your operations efficiently, effectively and safely.
If you’d like to learn more about our solution to managing your fleet and ensuring your business is compliant, please give us a call on 01282 908429 or email us at: info@checkedsafe.com
GEA is investing around EUR 5.5 million in the modernisation of production at the GEA AWP site in Prenzlau until 2026. By expanding its capacities, GEA is targeting further growth in the important market for heating & cooling technologies.
As part of this project, seven older machining centres will be replaced by new models. The new CNC machining centres and lathes enable a reduction in machining time of up to 20% and a reduction in set-up times of up to 70%. In
addition, the new machines save valuable space in production and can be used for other purposes. Another important advantage of the new machines is the improved ergonomic situation for employees. The first new milling machining centre went into operation at the end of 2023.
GEA AWP Managing Director, Tobias Länge, says, “At GEA AWP, efficiency and flexibility in production and development are top priorities. We convince our customers with products of the highest reliability for trouble-free operation of their plants.”
The investment in the new machines is also linked to an increase in production jobs at the GEA AWP site in Prenzlau. Around 20 additional production employees in machining, welding and logistics are to be recruited by 2026.
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Chester Zoo has announced a strategic partnership with heat pump manufacturer, Mitsubishi Electric, to decarbonise heating across its not-forprofit conservation zoo in Cheshire as part of its drive to reach net zero.
The partnership, which was announced at a press event today by Mitsubishi Electric Ecodan brand ambassador, George Clarke, will see Mitsubishi Electric’s experts work with the zoo’s facilities and design teams to keep animals –like Chester Zoo’s critically endangered Eastern Black Rhinos – warm. They will also provide heating, cooling and ventilation equipment in other buildings across the 128 acre site while reducing the charity’s carbon emissions.
Chester Zoo is a world-leading conservation and education charity that’s committed to preventing extinction and dedicated to raising awareness of conservation and
environmental challenges. The zoo is aiming to be net zero in its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and net zero in its scope 3 emissions by 2050 at the latest. As part of this, it is actively working to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Each of its buildings have very different requirements, based on their use, including the animals and species cared for in them.
The partnership was developed following two successful projects utilising Mitsubishi Electric equipment. The first involved air source heat pumps, air conditioning and ventilation installed in the zoo’s new conference and events venue, The Square. The second saw one of its rhino habitats, home to the critically endangered Eastern Black Rhinos, heated by six Ecodan air source heat pumps, which are manufactured in Scotland.
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The fight against biodiversity loss has taken a huge step forward as the South Downs National Park unveils a new nature recovery scheme for businesses of all sizes.
The South Downs has become the first National Park in the UK to open up a formal scheme for voluntary biodiversity gain to the private sector – meaning that firms of any size across England can invest in high-ethic, effective nature recovery.
The Voluntary Biodiversity Credits scheme is the latest among a growing package of green finance measures being offered by the South Downs National Park Authority.
Over 500 hectares –equivalent to more than 800 football pitches – of land on farms and country estates across Hampshire and Sussex have already been earmarked for biodiversity restoration through future green finance investment.
Tim Slaney, Chief Executive (Interim) at the South
Downs National Park, said, “This is a first for UK National Parks and underlines our commitment to tackling the biodiversity crisis through innovation.
“We have a real opportunity in the UK to turn the tide on nature depletion, as well as tackle the climate crisis through nature-based solutions, but we’ve got to act quickly and decisively. In the UK, 41% of species have declined in abundance over the past 40 years, so we’re at a pivotal moment.
“There is now a real appetite across the corporate sector to demonstrate first-class environmental integrity, meet national targets and invest in the planet for future generations and that’s exactly what Voluntary Biodiversity Credits can deliver.
“This growing desire to invest in the environment dovetails with an ever-expanding need in the land and farming sector to diversify and find new revenue streams. Both sectors can work harmoniously together and National Parks
can be the facilitator.”
The Voluntary Biodiversity Credits scheme has been launched in partnership with Earthly, a leading UK NatureTech company whose team of experts seek to drive investment in high-integrity nature projects around the world. A bespoke Section 106 legal agreement will secure land use change – from agriculture to nature recovery –through an agreement between the landowner and the National Park Authority as Local Planning Authority (LPA).
For more information, visit: www.southdowns.gov.uk/renature-credits/ buy-renature-credits/voluntary-credits/
For an informal chat about the scheme and opportunities, please email: ReNatureCredits@ southdowns.gov.uk or call Mark Alden, from the National Park’s consultancy team, on 07850 570297.
of existing water fountains, water coolers, and large jug dispensers. Users can enjoy chilled, fastflowing water that undergoes a revitalising process including the infusion of electrolytes, increased alkalinity, oxygenation, and trace minerals, providing a great-tasting hydration experience.
Bluewater, a world leader in innovative water purification and beverage solutions, is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative solution for high-quality drinking water dispensers in the UK, the Bluewater Flow. Already a smash hit in the United States with over 14,000 installations, the Bluewater Flow sets a new standard across the UK and Ireland for dispensing on-demand pure, great-tasting water in offices, gyms, hospitals, and schools that is free from potential contaminants such as toxic PFAS chemicals or waterborne germs.
The self-sanitising, free-standing Bluewater Flow indoor refill stations are designed for simple installation and connect to any potable water line within a 100foot range for easy replacement
Bluewater Flow 7 x Advanced
Purification uses an existing water source and removes up to 99% of any impurities that can be found in typical tap water. The Bluewater Flow purified water system also improves the water by adding trace elements of essential minerals and electrolytes, and finally, finishes the water through a coconut carbon filter for a crisp, fresh, delicious taste.
Bluewater key account sales manager, Antonio Tedeschi, says the advanced filtration technology offered by the Bluewater Flow indoor station is a game-changer in the drinking water dispenser industry.
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Well, apparently we’re on to something here!
With the total PROFINET node count coming in at close to 60 million nodes by the end of 2022, it’s safe to say at this point in 2023 the grand total has surpassed 70 million – and therefore the venerable PROFIBUS. It’s no wonder then that there’s a large contingent of people enjoying the newly-built site focused solely on the PROFINET technology. And PI is here supporting them.
Backed by the experts, the PROFINET ecosystem forum is a great place to
start or continue your PROFINET journey. Moderated by the technologists that work with the protocol day-in and dayout, a fast and thorough response is assured.
Some topics that have organically appeared and are being discussed:
● “PROFINET as a software solution”
● “ASIC vs. FPGA”
● “Memory footprint”
● “PROFIdrive implementation”
● “ETS Board”
● “PROFINET certification”
Learn more: https://forum.profinet.com
Britain’s biggest Business Show was back for 2023, returning to the ExCeL in London from 22-23 November. Back and bigger than ever, the event is on a 23 year streak of helping thousands of entrepreneurs, SMEs and small business owners start or grow their dream business.
The world of business presents both challenges and lucrative and exciting opportunities; the Show provided visitors with unrivalled access to resources, insights, products and services that make the journey smoother.
The Show works with up-and-coming and successful small businesses showcasing the services visitors need to level up their own organisation.
Are you looking to start a business or grow your existing business? Helping small businesses
grow and develop, the 45th edition of the show revealed the secrets of business adaptation, innovation and survival in the business world through finding and purchasing the products and services that a business needs to take it to the next level.
Running alongside The Business Show this year was Going Global Live, Working From Home Live and Retrain Expo, offering everything visitors needed to successfully adapt to the ever changing industry advances. Retrain Expo helped visitors to re-skill and retrain for the future, whereas Working From Home Live offered the tools and resources needed to work remotely.
There was also the return of Going Global, the show which provided unparalleled education and information on trade agreements, international strategy, cultural and economic differences, and connected visitors with an abundance of business owners, under one roof, who are looking
to invest abroad.
The new shows The Sustainability Zone and The Future of Work have been created due to the emerging trends in the workplace revolving around tackling the environmental crisis and evolving technological advances.
With over 750 exhibitors, 200 seminars from business experts and unmissable masterclasses covering everything from growing business, cyber security, and developing marketing skills, visitors could leave with all the resources needed to succeed in their industry.
The Business Show returns to London’s ExCeL this year from 13-14 November 2024. This is our second pick of the best exhibitors from last year’s show. Further details can be found on this page and the next.
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Technology is evolving at such a rate that it is still changing consumer habits, and business models. Digital is now intrinsic in all industries. There are many amazing routes and apps available for sales and business growth, but knowing which ones are right for your business is a minefield.
This is where Think King comes in.
We TEACH, TRAIN, and TRANSFORM your understanding of digital marketing, models, timing, and implementation, so you can make informed and smarter business decisions for your business, learning while you build.
led by real-world marketers who have a wealth of experience and bring up-to-the-minute practical knowledge and can troubleshoot most industries. Training is run on the Think King platform, packed with relevant case studies, post-course recordings, templates, and how-to guides.
Digital marketing has many routes, off-shoots and specialisms which is reflected in the choice of topics available at Think King. Our bundled courses are ideal for professional teams who want a wider scope on a topic or to combine complimentary marketing areas.
What makes Think King a disruptor? Our live courses deliver complex topics in bitesize segments ensuring students don’t just show up but stay engaged for the duration, and don’t return to a mountain of emails. For longer more in-depth topics, a course is spread over several days to allow space for high-level ideation, feedback, and steps to implementation while you learn. You can choose from multiple dates and times to attend to suit most schedules, which also supports teams to collaborate across time-zones. All courses are
Kathryn McMann, founder and lead trainer at Think King, developed Think King after she found she had a knack for breaking down and simplifying the complexities of digital marketing and explaining the synergies and connections across the marketing mix. Kathryn has worked in marketing and digital communication for 20+ years so she has experienced a lot of tech advancements and understands the common obstacles and businesses have, from start-ups to big brands. Kathryn McMann is also the CEO of Kathryn McMann Consultancy, established in 2012. KMC
is a digital marketing agency and consultancy that helps business to join the dots and makes it happen. Think King was born out of the need to not just teach KMC clients the value of an action but to arm them with the confidence and knowledge to decide what and when to market, cutting through the hype.
Kathryn spoke at the Retrain Show on ‘How to create a Digital Marketing Dynamo team’. You can watch her talk by clicking here.
Check out the range of Think King courses at: www.thinkkinginstitute.co.uk
If you would like to speak with Kathryn to discuss your digital marketing roadmap, or enquire about bespoke training for your team, email us at: hello@kathrynmcmann.com or call 01737 321 459.
No matter what you're processing – chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, biomass, wood products – if it produces dusts or powders, there's a high probability you have an explosion risk. All it takes to interrupt plant productivity is a combustible material, oxygen and an ignition source.
For more than six decades, IEP Technologies has provided the right explosion protection solution for every type of process application. From cyclones and dust collectors to milling equipment and dryers. We can design a protection system and surround you with 24/7 service and support. Protecting plant starts with knowing your explosion risk.
The IEP Technologies eSUPPRESSOR™ is a high-rate discharge suppressor used for explosion suppression and isolation systems. Its electro-mechanical operation is unique to the industry, as no pyrotechnic devices are required for activation.
The eSUPPRESSOR™ has standard features that include pressure monitoring, lock out tag out capability and LED indication of device status. A key benefit is that all the safety functions are fully monitored, which is not possible for any device employing pyrotechnic actuators. The eSUPPRESSOR™ design & manufacture has SIL2 third party certification.
The ‘Next Generation’ Atexon® Spark Detection and Extinguishing systems by IEP Technologies have recently received third party approval by Factory Mutual (FM), meeting the latest detailed requirement of FM3265:2020. For UK users the equipment is also certified to UKCA, UKEX and VDS certification is in the pipeline. The innovative Atexon® SD300-EX series spark detector is a world first being able to detect visible light (VIS), near infrared light (NIR) and infrared light (IR), with a 180° field of view. The benefit being it has the ability to see different ignition sources though material layers, even with dense material flow, with reduced hardware.
Typically, the most cost-effective explosion protection method in terms of hardware, install and maintenance is IEP Technologies’ passive protection devices. These include vents, flameless vents and isolation devices. Explosion relief panels are calculated to vent a deflagration, and in doing so prevent the rapid developing pressure. This reduces the chance of vessel rupture, and structural damage. Similarly flameless vents work by the same principle, allowing the heat and pressure dissipation but differ from a traditional vent by mitigating the flame from passing into the atmosphere outside the flame arrestor. This type of venting method has all the benefits of traditional venting but has the added benefit of reducing the chance of possible injuries to personnel. Vent sizing is based on several different factors, call us today to discuss your options.
Welcome to this edition of Sustainability Today, where we are thrilled to feature TANA UK as our Recycling Machinery Company of the Month. Effective waste management is essential for sustainability and environmental protection, and TANA UK is at the forefront of this effort. On page 5, we present an insightful interview with Brooklyn Walker, Sales & Marketing Manager, and explore their innovative NEW Shark 440ET Shredder, which delivers the same power as TANA’s diesel alternative without any emissions.
MRO Products for Industry. In this feature on page 7, we delve into the impressive performance capabilities of their SulNOx Eco Diesel Conditioner.
Show Reviews include: Everything
Electric London 2024, World Biogas Expo and Summit 2024, Innovation Zero 2024, The Distributed Energy Show 2024.
Other topics covered in this issue: Recycling, Quarrying & Mining, Energy Management, Pumps & Valves.
With nearly 30 years of global experience in lubrication and a vast network of resellers, A&S International has been selected as our Company of the Month for Specialist
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RobertLlewellyn’s exhibition phenomenon – Everything Electric, powered by the Fully Charged SHOW YouTube channel – launched to acclaim in East London at the end of March. With more than 1 million subscribers worldwide, the Fully Charged SHOW has inspired the launch of exhibitions in Amsterdam, Austin, Farnborough, Harrogate, San Diego, Silverstone, Sydney, Vancouver, and now in London too. The first Everything Electric LONDON drew a mixture of 22,105 consumer and trade attendees over 3 days, as the exhibition filled more than 20,000 square metres of space at the world-leading ExCeL venue in the Docklands.
Styled as ‘festivals of electrification’ the Everything Electric exhibitions revolve around the cleaner, greener technologies that are already revolutionising the world we live in, including electric vehicles of all shapes and sizes, and home energy technologies too. Designed to enable consumers to test, try and talk through the technologies before they invest in them, the events have been hugely successful on multiple continents. The latest event enabled more than 10,000 test drives and rides of various electric vehicles, from the latest electric cars, to electric vans as well as a variety of micromobility options too.
Everything Electric London returns next year to London’s ExCeL from 16-18 April 2025. Other shows take place worldwide, see websites for details. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s London event, listed here in alphabetical order: EV Breakers. Further details can be found on this page.
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The UK continues to fall behind on the switch to heat pumps
In an attempt to decarbonise UK housing, the government has committed to 600,000 heat pump installations by 2028. However, Heatpumps London has revealed that the UK currently has just 412 heat pumps per 100,000 people, despite being three to four times more efficient than other heating options, such as LPG, oil, electricity, and gas boilers.
In line with low consumer demand, a significant concern lies with the lack of engineers able to retrofit UK homes which is contributing to high installation costs and long wait times. The increasing rate of heat pump adoption in the UK could create up to 55,000 new jobs, yet there are currently only around 2,000 jobs in the industry. Despite suggestions to scrap the ‘boiler tax’, the government still urge households to make the switch from gas boilers
EV Breakers, known for being Europe's Leading Electric Vehicle Dismantler, have over 500 electric vehicles in stock and specialise in the sustainability of electric cars, helping to keep the second-hand EV market alive. Supporting the growth and sustainability of the EV market, EV Breakers provide an essential service that helps extend the life of existing electric vehicles and their components.
As the EV market continues to grow, the demand for recycled parts and sustainable practices is expected to increase. EV Breakers has over 10,000 green parts in stock with new items being added every day.
new components, and because EV Breakers specialise in electric vehicles and know their products inside and out, it means they can offer high-quality parts that meet or exceed industry standards, ensuring reliability and performance.
The online platform provided by EV Breakers is easily accessible and allows customers to search for and purchase any components they might need. Purchasing recycled parts can save significant costs compared to buying
The current wait times for EV repairs are catastrophic and proving to be the biggest issue for vehicles particularly when supply parts aren’t readily available. EV Breakers provide a wide range of salvaged parts for various EV models, including batteries, motors, controllers, and other components, and is well-positioned to meet this demand, with everything on the website being available for immediate dispatch.
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to heat pumps.
The lack of knowledge among builders regarding heat pumps presents a significant obstacle to transitioning towards cleaner and more sustainable heating alternatives in the UK. With 56% of builders lacking sufficient information to advise on alternatives to traditional gas boilers and 44% admitting they wouldn't recommend heat pumps due to unawareness of their benefits, there is a clear gap in understanding within the construction industry.
Additionally, misconceptions among householders, such as 50% believing heat pumps are expensive to install and 11% of builders being unaware of available grants like the government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme, further hinder the adoption of heat pump technology.
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In this issue of Sustainability Today, we are pleased to feature TANA UK as our Recycling
Since 1971, TANA has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing robust machinery for the purposes of solid waste management. With decades of experience meeting the needs and requirements of landfill and waste management operators, TANA has always been extremely conscious of its sustainability profile, ensuring its mission statement and core business objectives align.
Brooklyn Walker, Sales & Marketing Manager, stated, “TANA Recycling Machinery UK, is the UK sole distributor of TANA products. Here we prioritise environmental impact reduction, promote a circular economy, emphasise energy efficiency, conduct lifecycle assessments, collaborate for innovation, and educate customers on sustainable waste management practices. Our commitment extends globally through our Finnish parent company, TANA Oy, which has been a leader in waste management for nearly 50 years.”
In the early 2000s, TANA expanded its machine selection with the ever so popular range of TANA Shark mobile shredders. This expansion revealed a smart, new age range of machinery that since, has solidified TANA as a global household name.
440DT Eco is one of TANA’s most popular models of Slow Speed Waster Shredders and the company recently exhibited it at the IFAT show in Munich Germany. This 440DT Eco utilises the clean energy of an electric engine to shred an the reliable power of diesel to power its drivable tracks. It also features the Tana Control System that offers 12 preset operating programs for different types of waste.
“They have a robust structure, the highest torque on the market and are available in a large range of models and options. Another range to mention is our Landfill Compactor range. The highlight of this range is the full width double drums which result in fewer passes, less fuel consumption and smooth and dense surface. Our Nonoscillating, ridged frame equals better crushing strength for all our models,” added Brooklyn.
“TANA UK’s mission has never been clearer. We are steadfast in providing solid reliable machinery that our customers can turn on in a morning, operate throughout the day and turn off again at night. We know reliability is at the forefront of a customer’s mind but also performance, and with TANA’s line up of Waste Shredders and Landfill Compactors, performance has never been more enticing. And for the days where a problem may occur our specialised engineers are ready to fix any problem.
“Sustainability has never been more important when choosing the right machine for the job, that’s why our new Shark 440ET Shredder prides itself on providing the same power as our diesel alternative with none of the emissions.”
TANA UK provide a wide range of machines that are ideal for processing the toughest of materials. The
Over the past 12 months, TANA has been focusing more on who it is as a company and how it can improve. This includes the merging of technologies and processes to strengthen sustainable waste management.
“We have strived to improve our Landfill and Shredder machines rather than use our resources elsewhere,” said Brooklyn. “We have employed innovative strategies to ensure sustainability. Firstly, we focus on landfill optimisation, using
efficient compaction and pre-shredding techniques to save airspace and recover valuable materials. Secondly, our logistics prioritise easy unloading at landfill sites, minimising waste movement. Thirdly, TANA UK emphasises material recovery, aiming to extract value from waste streams. Crucially, TANA machines, equipped with real-time data, play a pivotal role. These machines optimise compaction, reduce costs, and generate revenue. Additionally, TANA’s ‘Second Life’ initiative extends machine cycles, reducing waste and emissions. Overall, TANA has focused on combining technology, efficiency, and environmental consciousness to create value while minimising the impact of waste.”
With plans for more future innovations in regards to its machinery range, TANA UK sets its sights on being at the forefront of the Waste Processing world.
In closing, Brooklyn added, “Waste management isn’t going anywhere. We will evolve as we always do. Be it waste to energy or taking on new and untapped sustainability projects, the industry will thrive. We at TANA will be there to provide our customers with the most cutting-edge technology when it comes to solid waste management and we intend to stand firm on the front line in the fight against waste.”
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“Biogas… It’s Happening” will be the overarching theme of this year’s World Biogas Expo and Summit taking place in Birmingham, UK, on 10-11 July 2024.
Organised by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) and the World Biogas Association (WBA), the event is the only trade show solely dedicated to the anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas sector. This year, it will bear testimony to the rapid growth of the industry as forecast by the International Energy Agency (IEA) in its World Energy Outlook 2023 report*.
“Biogas and biomethane might be the smallest part of the bioenergy supply chain in the IEA analysis,” says Chris Huhne, President of ADBA. “But it is
recognised to play a growing role in sustainable energy. In particular, the report highlights a sizeable global potential of around 300 billion cubic meters for biogas and biomethane production from agricultural residues and wastes near major pipelines. This represents a prime opportunity for large-scale development and injection into gas grids.
“In the UK, this presents us with the exciting news that based on current growth rate – and as a result also of investments from major players such as BP, TotalEnergies and Shell – the AD and biogas industry is tipped to overtake nuclear in the UK by 2029.”
Human activity generates 105bn tonnes of organic waste annually, which could provide homegrown biogas, biofertilisers and other bioproducts to secure energy and food self-sufficiency around the world and deliver 50% of the Global Methane Pledge now signed by over 150 countries. Currently, only 2% of
Two Blues Solar (‘TBS’ or the ‘Company’) announces the expansion of its investment capacity through a joint venture with US renewable-focused private equity firm True Green Capital Management (‘TGC’). This collaboration provides TBS with substantial investment capital for the next five years, enabling the deployment of capexfree on-site solar projects for energyintensive businesses, reducing their energy price by up to 60%.
Last year, renewable energy accounted for 42% of the UK’s total energy production, with solar energy contributing only 5% – despite being the most cost-efficient
renewable source. There are several barriers to its widespread use, not least significant upfront capital investment, as well as capacity constraints on the national grid and the perception that solar energy is land intensive.
“TBS was founded to put solar in places where it makes business sense but has been overlooked –and this joint venture enables us to install approximately 300 new onsite solar projects with a combined capacity of up to 120MW, enough to save the carbon equivalent of 15,000 cars,” explains Dillon Cane, cofounder of TBS. “There are hundreds of thousands of square metres of underutilised commercial roof space in the UK. Mounting solar panels on a roof of 2,500m2 – a mediumsized factory or warehouse – could generate around 320,000kWh of electricity a year, saving 72 tonnes of carbon. But the initial cost of installation is a barrier for many commercial customers.”
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those wastes are treated through AD. Fully deployed, the global AD and biogas could grow into a $34trn industry and create 10-15 million new green jobs.
Key industry players will gather at the NEC Birmingham to hear about market trends and policy in the conference areas and explore the busy exhibition where over 150 AD and biogas companies will showcase their products, services and innovations. Debates will focus on how decarbonisation through AD can be rolled out through finance, transport, agriculture and other key sectors of the economy.
“The World Biogas Expo and Summit represents a fabulous opportunity for people to come together and collectively identify the opportunities and challenges that we’ve got in delivering for the industry and the world,” explains Charlotte Morton OBE, WBA Chief Executive. “There is a huge amount to learn about the latest trends and technologies, what other companies are doing, what is happening in other countries, and this is a platform for a great exchange of ideas as well.”
Registration to the World Biogas Expo and Summit is free and can be completed at: www.biogastradeshow.com www.world-biogas-summit.com
*Between 8% and 22% per year by 2030. Source: IEA, World Energy Outlook 2023
In this
of Sustainability Today, we are pleased to feature A&S International as our
With nearly 30 years of global experience in the field of lubrication and an extensive network of resellers, A&S acts as a master distributor for a range of brands/solutions in the machinery lubrication sector – marketing and selling products via a global team of distributors as well as via UK resellers and to direct UK clients.
“Our products range from lubricants, lubrication equipment & storage to maintenance chemicals, eco fuel conditioners and bioremediation oil spill solutions. From Canada to Indonesia, our extensive network of global distributors is available on every continent.
“We are working hard to establish SulNOx as the leading transitional solution for land and maritime transportation companies striving to immediately progress towards decarbonisation targets. Our innovative and unique Greentech solution not only helps save money but also contributes to saving the planet while future fuels are being developed. We are immensely excited about the potential of SulNOx to simultaneously drive sustainable change and economic benefits,” added Angus.
reseller and global distributor networks globally over the coming years.
“We are specialists in Lubrication Reliability with a strong focus on sustainable solutions. SulNOx Eco Diesel Conditioner, Oil Spill Eater II, and ML253 Ecology EAL Wire Rope Grease are three of our most popular products in helping clients to decarbonise and progress towards their Net Zero goals,” said Angus Macdonald, Director.
A&S International stands out as a leader in the industry, offering high-quality lubrication solutions backed by exceptional customer service and a commitment to sustainability. In this article we are going to focus on three of its most popular products.
SulNOx Eco Diesel
The Oil Spill Eater II is a US designed and manufactured bioremediation solution. It consists of a unique biological enzyme that is simply mixed 1:50 with naturally occurring water to help bioremediate hydrocarbon spills on land and sea. Approved by the MMO, it is ideal for helping to efficiently & safely clean up spills in ports, marinas and harbours as well as remediating hydrocarbon contaminated soils at brownfield sites. It also works effectively for cleaning up fuel & lubricants spills at industrial sites and service stations.
Conditioner is a transitional solution that is simply added to any fuels including diesel, biodiesel, MDO, MGO, petrol as well as HVO. With a mix ratio of 1:2,000 and no CAPEX required for implementation, clients are generally achieving fuel savings of 5-8% and significant emission reductions including PM2.5 by more than 60%. Customers generally only need to achieve fuel savings of 1 to 1.5% to cover the cost of SulNOx treatment.
“There is a growing interest from clients in the construction, haulage, mining and shipping industries with an impressive range of case studies to prove SulNOx's performance capabilities.
SulNOx Eco Diesel Conditioner treats water in fuel as an ally and not an enemy, due to a powerful emulsifier it scavenges any free water in fuel.
Lastly, is ML253 Ecology EAL Wire Rope Grease a biodegradable non-toxic wire rope lubricant that is VGP Compliant and ideal for use in the maritime and port sectors along with other environmentally sensitive areas. It can be efficiently applied by the Australian designed and manufactured Viper Wire Rope Lubricator which is another of A&S International’s brands. This allows wire ropes ranging in diameter from 6mm up to 165mm to be cleaned and lubricated at speeds of up to 2,000m per hour –reducing lubrication labour by 90% & increasing wire rope life by up to 300%.
Understanding that different industries have unique lubrication requirements, A&S International work closely with clients to develop lubrication strategies that optimise performance and extend the lifespan of equipment. Working with customers from a wide range of industries around the world including cement & concrete, food & beverage, haulage, maritime, mining, plastics, ports and power generation, A&S is looking to further expand its
“We are looking forward to expanding our brand presence at The COLAS Rail Journey to Net Zero event, as well as during MAINTEC at the NEC in early June. We have also recently expanded our MAK LUBES range of lubricants – adding a number of new greases to our offering including NSF H1 certified products for the food & beverage industries along with EP & High Temperature Greases,” said Angus.
A&S has already succeeded at further growing its network of UK resellers and global team of distributors this year, adding new partners in Croatia, Scotland and Thailand to its roster. A&S is proud of its membership of a number of industry organisations including NOF, BSiF, the UKLA and the UK & Ireland Spill Association.
Its commitment to sustainability is a number one priority for the company. They are extremely proud of what they have achieved as an incentive provider for the Green Award Foundation as well as their support of Creating Tomorrow’s Forests with trees being planted every quarter based on their sales. We’re sure in the future there is much more to come from A&S as it continues to successfully support its clients to decarbonise & progress towards Net Zero due to lower energy, fuel & lubricant consumption.
T 0118 930 4321 hello@aands-international.com https://aands.international
AMETEK Land, a world-leading manufacturer of highly accurate infrared pyrometers, scanners, and thermal imagers, provides advanced solutions to meet the intricate demands of ore extraction applications.
Precise furnace temperature measurements using instruments such as AMETEK Land’s thermal imagers are essential to support safety, effective process efficiency and superior product quality in platinum & nickel ore extraction.
Non-contact infra-red thermal imagers provide critical temperature data which is used to produce consistent, high-quality products and inspect the condition and integrity of high-value assets, without putting operators at risk.
Madeleine Lake, Global Industry Manager – Energy & Minerals, said, “Metal ore extraction requires advanced process control and precise furnace temperature
measurements for a superior end product. Our accurate, non-contact solutions deliver this and more, including emissions and safety monitoring in the mineral plant.”
For a continuous and clear view through heavy smoke and hot furnace atmospheres, the MWIR-Borescope-640 is a highly accurate radiometric infrared imaging camera with spectral filtering for continuous temperature measurement and furnace profiling applications.
The NIR-Borescope-656 is a highresolution short wavelength full radiometric infrared borescope imaging camera designed to produce continuous live high-definition thermal images. Measuring temperatures in the range of 600-1,800ºC, it is suitable for a wide range of continuous process monitoring and control applications, providing high-resolution images and temperature readings in large furnaces.
Benefits of using the NIR-B-656 include optimised furnace temperatures leading to energy savings, increased efficiency and reduced emissions.
For more information download the latest application note and discover the correct LAND solutions for metals and minerals at: www.ametek-land.com
The compact but powerful characteristics of the ElectroMax Overband Magnet are highlighted on Bunting’s Stand C9 at the Hillhead quarrying, construction and recycling show (25-27 June 2024). The ElectroMax is accompanied on the stand by the TN77 and meTRON 05D metal detectors, and a permanent suspension magnet.
Bunting is one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of magnetic separators, eddy current separators, metal detectors and electrostatic separators. The Bunting European manufacturing facilities are in Redditch, just outside Birmingham, and Berkhamsted, both in the United Kingdom.
Magnetic separators and metal detectors operate in most quarries and mines, removing and identifying tramp metal that could damage process
MMD have been a global leader for over 45 years in the design and manufacture of innovative material processing equipment. Our core products, the Mineral Sizer™ and Apron Plate Feeder, feature in groundbreaking in-pit solutions that enhance productivity, profitability, safety, and promote sustainability in the mining industry.
MMD’s revolutionary Bulk Ore Sorting System combines the benefits of In-Pit Sizing and Conveying with pioneering ore analyser technology. The ore analyser distinguishes between grades of material, enabling the separation of ore from waste at the mine face. By allowing this to happen earlier in the process, trucks need only to haul ore, not waste, to the processing plant. The
results are up to 10% less energy usage and a lower cost per tonne. Efficiency advantages are passed on to the downstream processes too, with less water consumption, ore grade uplift, and SAG mill benefits. These MMD systems are currently operating in South Africa, Chile and Brazil, processing copper, platinum and nickel ore.
We invest heavily in developing new technology that maximises efficiency. We are committed to helping our customers achieve their sustainability targets and lead the way towards a greener future for the industry.
Come see us on Stand W15. T +44 (0)1773 835533 info@mmdsizers.com www.mmdsizers.com
plant such as crushers and screens. In recycling operations, magnetic separators operate alongside eddy current separators, recovering both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. With decades of experience and a wide range of equipment designs, Bunting’s engineers assess the site conditions and the potential installation prior to recommended the optimum solution.
For ferrous metal separation, the ElectroMax and ElectroMaxPlus range of electro overband magnets separate the heavier and more awkwardly shaped tramp metal frequently missed by other designs of overband magnet. The lightweight, compact but powerful electromagnet is easily installed onto new and existing conveyor systems and is ideal for applications where space is limited or when extra separation power is required.
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Almost 10,000 people, including industry experts, business professionals, funders, academia, politicians and innovators have gathered at London’s Olympia to discuss, debate and review the latest thinking and key issues around climate change mitigation, policy, investment, clean technology innovation and implementing low carbon solutions.
Experts interested in the fight against climate change gathered at Innovation Zero 2024, the UK governmentbacked two-day international congress at London Olympia from 30 April to 1 May 2024. The congress was one of the largest sustainability and net zero expos ever seen in the UK, with a comprehensive programme featuring hundreds of world-class speakers across 175+ content sessions, all of whom are experts in climate change mitigation, clean technology innovation and
implementing low carbon solutions.
Speaking at the opening of the congress, Innovation Zero chair, Sir Liam Fox MP, said that the event would improve connectivity and link policy makers to innovators so that clean tech solutions to the challenge of climate change could be fast-tracked and implemented at the pace needed to meet net zero targets and create a more sustainable world.
“We need a sense of urgency on the issue, to continually stress the concept of sustainability and use technology to shape the world around us, not let the world shape us,” Fox said. He welcomed “the shapers” to the event and said it was they who had it within their grasp to shape a more sustainable world and he looked forward to the congress providing a platform for those discussions to take place.
have seen is crucial,” said Skea.
There were grounds for optimism, Skea said. “Half of all global emissions are covered by statutory legislation, the price of solar and wind are getting cheaper, now meeting 10% of global power demand and economies of scale and learning by doing has improved the situation, as witnessed by the massive decline in cost of batteries.”
Professor Jim Skea, chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, agreed with Liam Fox’s call for urgent action. “More than a century of human activity is to blame for the problems we face,” he said. “Up to 3.5 billion people live in situations that are vulnerable to climate change and hazards and it is developing countries and small island state that are suffering adverse impact. Some of the effects of climate change are irreversible, so adapting to the climate change we
Are you struggling to kickstart your net-zero plans? Do you have ambitious climate targets, but nothing seems to engage your staff? Are your employees viewing sustainability as just another corporate tickbox?
At Future We Want (FWW), we believe in transforming climate education through innovative, game-based learning experiences. We focus on empowering individuals and organisations through a playful and pragmatic approach to provide solutions that inspire meaningful climate action.
to think and act differently.
Our solution: The Carbon Footprint Game
Our flagship product, the Small Carbon Footprint Game, is a climate learning tool cleverly disguised as a fun physical game. It helps individuals understand carbon footprints and recognise their impacts through engaging gameplay. Based on the scientific data from the renowned book ‘How Bad Are Bananas?’ by Professor Mike Berners-Lee, the game uses a ‘higher or lower’ principle to compare the carbon footprints of everyday items.
Skea had a warning though. “We won’t realise net zero unless we influence the demand side. We need to change people’s behaviour and actually by 2050, emissions could be reduced by up to 70% due to demand side actions alone,” he said. More investment was needed in infrastructure, especially in areas like electric vehicle changing, Skea said, but “despite the urgent challenge facing us, we have the tools to do it.”
Innovation Zero returns next year to London’s Olympia from 29-30 April 2025. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order: Future Humber, Future We Want, In2tec, Kantar Advisory Partners, Lattice & LyteGro. Further details can be found on this page and the next two.
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t Engaging Learning Experiences - Our games make climate education fun, sparking interest and enthusiasm among your staff.
t Empowerment Through Knowledge - We equip your team with the knowledge they need to understand and tackle climate challenges effectively.
t Culture Change - Say goodbye to a disengaged workforce and hello to a proactive, sustainability-focused organisational culture.
Future We Want (FWW) are revolutionising climate education by infusing it with fun, gamebased learning experiences accessible to all. Dr Emma Fieldhouse, FWW founder, had worked in the sustainability sector for many years and was frustrated at the lack of impactful climate learning tools on the market. She wanted a way of engaging people in climate change that did not instil fear, sell Armageddon and wasn’t just a tick-box exercise. She wanted to empower people
This innovative approach turns complex climate science into simple, digestible information that anyone can understand. By integrating this game into your organisation's learning and development programmes, you can transform an apathetic and confused workforce into a motivated and knowledgeable team ready to take collective action.
By choosing Future We Want, you're not just investing in a training tool—you're investing in the future of your organisation and the planet. Join us in creating a world where climate education is informative, fun and leads to tangible action.
For more information about our products and how we can help your organisation achieve its climate goals, visit our website today: https://bananasgame.co.uk/smallcarbon-footprint-game-engagement
In2tec’s insight into the impact of ewaste, and innovative solutions to the environmental problem of throwaway electronics, generated significant interest among attendees at Innovation Zero 2024.
Electronics industry stakeholders were eager to see how In2tec’s trailblazing ReUSE® and ReCYCLE™ technologies offer a solution to ewaste and the harrowing ecological and health impacts that arise from the manufacture of electronics.
The company’s signature ReUSE® and ReCYCLE™ technology comprises a closed-loop process allowing manufacturers to cleanly remove components from existing electronics at the end of their useful life and reuse them.
Emma Armstrong, Sustainable Electronics Ambassador at In2tec Ltd who presented on Day One in the Industry Forum, said, “There was a lot of recognition of the value of what we do from those in the industry, which is extremely encouraging.
In2tec is on a mission to reduce the world’s growing ewaste mountain and conserve precious dwindling resources such as gold, silver, copper, platinum, aluminium, and cobalt through pioneering sustainable electronics technology and process.
The process of separating the components from a substrate has historically been costly, and the stress caused to de-soldered components brings their viability into question – but In2tec’s tech overcomes these challenges.
“Many manufacturers are unlikely to do something for the planet unless a positive cashflow hits their bottom line – and that’s what ReUSE® and ReCYCLE™ have been designed to do.”
In her presentation Emma said, “Modular electronics and leading-edge recycling processes allow us to reuse precious materials without the financial and environmental cost of processes like de-soldering and shredding.
“The resources that will drive the next generation of technological miracles are dwindling and we need to make changes to give our children and grandchildren the tools they need to push society forward.”
The importance and potential of In2tec’s tech were also recognised with a place in the final line-up of the Innovation Zero awards.
Technology now plays a pivotal role in the construction industry, revolutionising the way projects are designed, managed, and executed. Imagine a single platform that seamlessly integrates your emails, shared drives, phone calls, and Excel spreadsheets, streamlining communication and collaboration like never before.
Mapana provides users with two main modules designed to enhance their operations. The first module focuses on project execution, including surveying and maintenance, where all assets are tracked, listed, and mapped. It facilitates collaboration between field and office teams, allowing them to share documents and updates efficiently, primarily benefiting contractors. The second module is centred around location intelligence and logistics planning, enabling users to optimise travel routes, track their fleet, and calculate carbon emissions.
Lattice is trusted by leading contractors, including Tarmac Kier Joint Venture and Ringway for the ULEZ expansion scheme and is currently used for lighting installation and multi-location road resurfacing works.
Lattice will be instrumental in delivering Future net-zero Transportation infrastructure projects like EV charging networks, or Renewable Energy Projects like solar farms, wind farms, and hydroelectric plants.
Get started today to equip your infrastructure field teams with centralised information and enhanced map visualisations.
Contact: Sankha Deep M 07587 713553 sankha@lattice.site www.lattice.site
ReUSE® is a series of materials, processes, and design principles used to manufacture PCBAs, while ReCYCLE™ is the ultra-low energy process for unzipping PCBAs to the original bill of materials (BoM). Visitors to the UK's largest sustainability conference also saw these twin technologies in action.
Used across four industries already, the goal behind ReUSE® and ReCYCLE™ is to move away from toxic substrates and high-emission processes that cause so many problems in the industry and wider society.
The versatility of the technology allows global commercialisation and a vast reduction in the overall energy used to manufacture and process when it reaches EOL – something that is not possible when using conventional PCBA processes or materials.
Contact T +44 (0)1536 419200 sales@in2tec.com https://in2tec.com
Kantar Advisory Partners (KAP) drives sustainable growth and impactful change. By leveraging deep industry expertise and an extensive network of investors, governments, and corporations, KAP creates significant opportunities for meaningful development. KAP provides comprehensive strategic business guidance, investor readiness preparation, sustainability consulting, and MENA market entry strategies to climatefocused startups and impact investors alike. Additionally, KAP’s network can access exclusive sustainability and climate tech-focused events and growth opportunities across the UK, Middle East, and Africa. KAP works as an extension of the client's teams, aiming to help them develop and implement robust market strategies with the vision of a more sustainable future.
KAP ensures startups reach investor readiness and scale up through tailored business strategies, market research, pitch deck creation, business planning, marketing, PR, grant writing, and investor relations. They offer investment intelligence, locating and matching clients with data-driven, impactful, and innovative opportunities, balancing financial returns with positive environmental and social impact. For clients entering the MEA market, KAP provides tailored strategies, cultural insights, business development, partner and client introductions, language support, and company setup assistance.
In partnership with KEZAD Group, KAP offers unparalleled access to the MENA region's largest free zone, enabling enterprises to scale up and expand into new markets with ease.
As a strategic events partner, KAP creates unforgettable events, including conferences, gala dinners, exhibitions, roundtables, and networking receptions. Their broad expertise spans global economics, technological innovation, sustainability, investment analysis, public relations, and cultural competency, offering a holistic perspective.Whether a startup aiming for market leadership, an investor in search of impactful returns, or an organisation navigating towards environmental responsibility, KAP is a valuable extension of your team, supporting your journey towards a sustainable future.
Contact: Ruqayya Farrah, Communication Officer T +1 (514) 348 6856 ruqayya.farrah@kantaradvisory.com
At Innovation Zero 2024, Future Humber showcased the Humber’s shared vision for industrial decarbonisation with a delegation of 15 partners in London. The Humber Pavilion, prominently positioned at London Olympia, featured key representatives and projects from leading organisations such as Air Products, Arup, Aura, Drax, Equinor, Humber Freeport, Meld Energy, Oh Yes! Net Zero, Phillips 66, Prax, px Group, SSE Thermal, Uniper, the University of Hull, and VPI. The Humber Pavilion served as a hub for discussions and networking, offering interactive displays and engaging conversations that highlighted the region’s decarbonisation efforts.
The Pavilion attracted a range of notable visitors, including Ed Miliband MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. Miliband engaged in discussions with representatives from Humber partners, underscoring the region’s pivotal role in the national decarbonisation strategy.
Launched in 2022 by the Humber Energy Board, the Humber 2030 Vision outlines the region’s world-leading decarbonisation potential, showcasing how businesses are committing over £15 billion to large-scale, critical projects.
Diana Taylor, Managing Director of Future Humber, emphasised the importance of collaboration, stating, “As a region, the Humber is at its strongest when it aligns with a single, consistent voice. The decarbonisation agenda is perhaps the greatest example of crosssector collaboration we have seen to date. The Humber Pavilion serves as an important reminder that the Humber simply has to play a critical role on a national stage to drive the UK to net zero.”
Decarbonising the Humber, the UK’s largest CO2emitting industrial cluster,
is essential for achieving net zero, supporting jobs, economic growth, and ensuring a sustainable future. The Humber offers the UK’s most significant decarbonisation opportunity, featuring world-leading infrastructure and investment, alongside innovative technology that can be replicated globally.
LyteGro is turning a huge environmental problem into a global opportunity by using waste bananas to make liquid gold.
The company makes BacLyte, a water-based extract of black bananas which turbocharges bacteria and yeast to improve the performance, speed and yield of important microbially-driven industrial processes such as fermentation and biofuel production.
LyteGro's simple supplement acts like ‘steroids for microbes’ improving microbial growth and metabolism to increase production efficiency, profitability and sustainability by getting more from the same resource; thereby reducing process feedstock, water and energy footprints.
Their products enable industry to grow bacteria, yeast and fungi faster, grow more of them, and to grow them cheaper. There is a huge array of potential applications for their products across the whole range of bio-based industries but (for the time being) they are focusing on a few high-value sectors.
LyteGro has worked with industry leaders to validate their products for the R&D, yeast and probiotic production industries, as well as for distilling and bioenergy production – with their supplements being repeatedly shown to:
t Halve process time
t Significantly increase yield and biomass generation
t Enable the use of cheaper, simpler growth media
t Reduce process resource requirements
Throughout the congress, speakers from the Humber region presented on various innovative projects and strategies driving sustainable development. Richard Gwilliam, Chair of the Humber Energy Board, highlighted the region’s comprehensive roadmap for decarbonisation during the ‘Case Studies from the Industrial Clusters’ panel. He emphasised the critical role of collaboration, stating, “The industrial clusters in the UK are the beating heart of our economy, and the Humber is the engine room of the UK. We have a really clear plan on how we can decarbonise the Humber.”
LyteGro have just made their first sales to their licensee for the R&D sector who want to put a pot of their extract in every microbiology laboratory worldwide and their next milestone is to achieve first sales of their distilling product before the end of 2024.
The Humber’s collaboration and shared voice was evident at Innovation Zero 2024, highlighting the region’s essential contribution to the UK’s net zero ambitions and its role as a model for global decarbonisation efforts.
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The company are focused upon accelerating the global transition to a sustainable and circular economy & on having deep economic, environmental & social impact by adding value to banana growing communities worldwide. Their approach is to find international partners to build & operate production plants which will utilise the huge amounts of banana waste in growing countries.
The company has just signed an MOU with Sweeter Banana Cooperative in Western Australia to carry out a feasibility study to look at the economic and environmental impact of building a plant there and they are also in discussions with prospective partners in Queensland Australia, India, Indonesia, Ecuador and Costa Rica.
They are keen to connect with interest from potential investors, international partners and end-users in the fermentation-based industries who can help them change the world with banana smoothies.
interest@lytegro.com www.lytegro.com
The free exhibition and conference at Telford International Centre on 13th and 14th March 2024 featured the UK’s widest array of technologies for onsite and localised heat and power generation along with the infrastructure, software, and components necessary to connect to the energy network and implement a low-cost, low-carbon energy strategy.
The Distributed Energy Show is a free to attend exhibition and conference that brought together the entire supply-chain focused on distributed energy resources and provide visitors with a
comprehensive array of technologies and systems to enable them to generate, store, manage and distribute their own power and heat.
An estimated 120+ companies exhibited and 2,500 buyers, engineers, facility managers and executives were in attendance.
Technological advances are enabling a mass decentralisation energy generation, bringing together large and ever-increasing numbers of sources to contribute to greater efficiencies, reliability and sustainability while simultaneously reducing costs to end-users.
The rise in onsite generation, co-generation, renewables and energy storage are enabling a brighter future for both consumers and network operators, with advancements in technology further diversifying energy generation technologies.
Visitors to the show included executives and facility managers responsible for resourcehungry industrial facilities, major retail properties, residential builds, property development, construction and maintenance.
In addition to the end-users, energy suppliers, network operators, transmission and distribution companies used the show to source technologies to increase their own efficiencies and sustainability.
The show doubled its number of exhibitors and also experienced an increase in visitors, with clients keen to understand how they can decarbonise their estates.
The Distributed Energy Show is the perfect opportunity to reach out to an already engaged
audience to communicate the huge potential for energy savings through the thermal insulation of pipework and equipment.
The Distributed Energy Show moves next year to Birmingham’s NEC from 12-13 March 2025. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order: Green Frog Connect, Green Transfo SAS, HIMOINSA, Igne, National Gas Metering & Tronius. Further details can be found on this page and the next three.
https://distributedenergyshow.com
One of the UK’s leading independent connection providers, we design and build safe, reliable and cost-effective highvoltage connections to the national electricity grid.
With excellent working relationships with the UK’s major distribution network operators, we are accredited by Lloyd’s Register for design and construction of grid connections up to 132kV.
We have constructed nearly 800MW of gas and diesel peaking power plants which, together with our ICP grid connection services, means we have connected over 1,500MW to the grid.
Our services include:
t Commercial and industrial import and export grid connections
t EPC or E&C design and construction services for gas and diesel standby operating reserve power stations
t Balance of plant and construction services for battery energy storage power projects
t Design and construction services for power-station ‘black start’ requirements
Backed by our EPC experience, we are now supporting clients across the UK with:
t Combined heat and power projects
t LV, MV & HV balance of plant supply
t Construction of grid-scale battery energy storage power plants
t EV grid infrastructure support programmes
t Gas and diesel peaking power plants
t ‘Behind the meter’ energy generation and storage
For further information, please contact Mark Baker, Business Development Manager, on +44 (0)7802 322750 or email: m.baker@greenfrogconnect.co.uk
Whetherit’s site selection and space constraints or initial costs and permitting issues, installing EV charging facilities for your business premises can prove extremely difficult and challenging.
Tronius understands that if you are running a business the process of installing Electric Vehicle charging facilities and any adjustments to your energy systems needs to be seamless. That’s why it offers a simple three step process that makes working together easy.
Once the client has identified their need for enhanced energy solutions, Tronius will use the information provided to craft a customised energy roadmap tailored to their specific requirements. Tronius offers a comprehensive end-to-end service, including the installation of EV charging hubs to support energy initiatives. Additionally, they provide ongoing support to ensure a sustainable and improved energy future.
to electric vehicles, making this shift more accessible, manageable, and available to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status. Its goal is to ensure that the benefits of electric vehicles reach all demographics, promoting inclusivity and sustainability in transportation.
Tronius collaborates closely with clients to cultivate and enhance pivotal relationships, crafting the most efficient strategies to meet
their EV needs. Its approach considers both immediate and enduring impacts, ensuring a comprehensive EV roadmap tailored to your goals, addressing all aspects including Diversity and Inclusion, Revenue, Community Understanding, Collaboration, and assessment of existing or forthcoming mobility policies.
Tronius operates with a clear mission: to drive and facilitate the transition
Contact https://tronius.co.uk
Green Transfo SAS, established in 2023 as a subsidiary of Groupe Cahors Holding SAS, emerged from the merger and acquisition of two transformer manufacturing plants with over 60 years of legacy under various global organisations. We proudly uphold this tradition of excellence in the transformer industry, committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our customers.
Specialising in the design, production, and distribution of a broad range of transformers – including power transformers, distribution transformers, and special transformers – our
state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are equipped with the latest technology, enabling us to produce transformers that meet the highest industry standards.
Headquartered in Cahors, France, Green Transfo SAS operates manufacturing facilities in Turkey, Poland, France, India and China, along with sales offices in the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Germany, Poland, and Turkey. These purpose-built facilities enable us to provide transformers ranging from 25kVA to 125MVA and voltages up to 170kV. This versatility allows us to cater to a wide variety of applications, including wind, solar, battery storage, heavy industrial, and utilities.
Green Transfo actively supplies distribution transformers to NGED, UK, under a framework agreement, having novated the contract from NGED and Schneider Electric to Green Transfo Energy SAS. With an annual capacity of 600 Medium Power Transformers and 20,000 Oilimmersed Distribution Transformers, we have installed more than 20,000 transformers in the UK alone since 2013. Our transformers are in service in over 42 countries and are supplied under framework agreements to various DNOs across Europe. Recent short circuit tests conducted on some of our transformers further attest to our commitment to quality.
At Green Transfo SAS, our vision is to be a leader in the transformer industry, recognised
for our innovation, quality, and commitment to sustainability. We aim to build long-lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and partners, and to positively impact the environment and the communities we serve.
To learn more about our market-leading transformers, please visit our website or contact our expert sales team today.
Contact: Nick Tucker, Head of Sales, Green Transfo, UK
Nick.Tucker@green-transfo.com
Partha Subramanian, Business Development, Green Transfo, UK
Partha.subramanian@green-transfo.com https://green-transfo.com
The EHR | Battery Power Generator is an advanced energy storage and distribution system developed by HIMOINSA. Designed to be compact, silent, and clean, it seamlessly integrates with power generation systems using gas or diesel generators and can connect to the grid or photovoltaic modules. Equipped with the HICORE System, HIMOINSA’s management technology, it ensures efficient energy use by selecting the most favourable energy source for each charging condition, providing an eco-friendly and efficient energy solution.
The pre-configured working mode selector simplifies the setup process with just three steps, allowing users to configure the Battery Power Generator for various applications: Plug & Play, Low Load, Peak Shaving, UPS, and Load Sharing. This flexibility aims to enhance efficiency, reduce emissions, improve sustainability, and optimise energy resources.
The generator incorporates batteries, an inverter, a control unit, power connections, solar MC4 Connectors, and MPPT (Maximum Power Point Trackers) within a compact canopy. LFP batteries, designed for a lifespan of 50,000 hours, can last approximately five years with one cycle per day, outlasting other manufacturers’ batteries and storage systems. The battery pack is also quick and economical to replace.
“This new product represents another step forward in the energy transition process,” says Francisco Gracia, President, and CEO of HIMOINSA. He highlights that the company is developing new products based on alternative fuel technologies to offer cutting-edge, comprehensive energy solutions. HIMOINSA is working on the electrification of products to complement their traditional gas and diesel generators, aiming to reduce the carbon footprint with more efficient
and sustainable solutions.
The EHR battery power generator is robust and reliable, featuring a mobile rental canopy that withstands extreme environmental conditions. It guarantees high performance in temperatures ranging from -15ºC to 45ºC, with electrical and mechanical protections ensuring user safety. The EHR is ideal for urban, noise-sensitive environments, and suitable for buildings, events, telecommunications, rental units facing low-load issues, and renewable power storage.
The EHR is available in single-phase 10kVA and three-phase 15, 30, and 45kVA nominal power solutions, catering to a variety of power needs.
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As you’re increasingly prioritising environmental responsibility, we offer a complete solution to enhance your water sustainability efforts. Switch to a private water supply with an expert-drilled and installed water borehole from Igne, and unlock environmental, financial and reliability benefits.
Why choose a private water supply?
Switching to a private water supply is more than a cost-saving measure; it’s a strategic move towards environmental stewardship and operational efficiency. Igne's water boreholes provide a sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective alternative to traditional mains water, directly aligning with your ESG goals and supporting your journey towards lower carbon targets.
Environmental, efficiency and versatility benefits
Mains water undergoes extensive treatment processes and travels through a complex network before reaching your site. This involves significant resources, energy and maintenance - all contributing to your carbon footprint.
In contrast, your own water borehole on your own site will tap into natural underground sources, requiring minimal energy to treat and deliver water directly to your facility.
This drastically reduces the environmental impact, offering a greener solution… and the water is purer and healthier too.
A private water supply is also incredibly versatile. Whether used for drinking, food production, washing,
or irrigation for example, a borehole provides a dependable water source tailored to your specific requirements in terms of flow rates and volume.
Economic and reliability advantages
The financial benefits of a private water supply are substantial. We can calculate when you will absorb the upfront costs and start enjoying permanent savings by avoiding having to pay for a mains supply.
This investment offers a remarkable return, cutting operational costs and freeing up resources for other critical projects.
In an era where supply chain disruptions can have severe impacts, having your own water supply ensures your operations remain unaffected by external water supply issues such as drought or contamination. This reliability is crucial for any sectors where uninterrupted, clean water access is vital.
Take the first step towards water sustainability
Contact us to learn how a borehole can transform your water supply and
support your sustainability goals. Together, let's make a significant positive impact on the environment and your bottom line.
We deliver an end-to-end service from survey to drilling, testing, pumping, purifying and maintaining and also support any licensing requirements. Join others who already trust Igne with their private water supply including the Environment Agency and CocaCola.
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National Gas Metering maintains and manages over six million gas assets across the UK, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and efficient for customers. As well as providing a broad range of metering services, it has recently pioneered a working industrial kitchen prototype, fuelled purely by hydrogen.
At the forefront of the nation’s transition to a clean, sustainable energy future, National Gas Metering’s Hydrogen Solutions by ngm is developing and deploying cutting-edge hydrogen technology, that is expected to play a significant role in the UK’s net-zero journey.
The kitchen produces no harmful CO2 emissions at point of combustion and removes the risk of potentially deadly Carbon Monoxide leaks. Three stand-out functions include: Test facility - providing a real-world environment, supporting development of the installation and operation of domestic and commercial hydrogenrelated assets/appliances and associated hydrogen infrastructure; Showcase - providing demonstrations to industry and government stakeholders, helping them better understand how hydrogen can be used safely, while informing decarbonisation strategies; Community project - partnering with a charity to support local community needs, providing facilities to cook food on lowcarbon hydrogen.
This kitchen is a world first and represents a
step forward in the use of hydrogen fuels, enabling the company to participate in important policymaker conversations concerning the future of hydrogen.
Metering Head of Commercial, Simon Jamieson, said, “This is an exciting moment on our hydrogen journey and a testament to how multi-partner collaboration can come together to develop solutions that support energy futures.”
Having been completed in 2024, the model hasn’t yet been replicated industrywide. However, with an imminent high-profile launch planned of Hydrogen Solutions by ngm, National Gas Metering is confident that it will blaze a trail for the hydrogen revolution.
For the next 12-18 months, Metering will work on promoting the kitchen and its wide range of H2 solutions, delivering a comprehensive test plan which will provide vital resource and development into the IGEM ‘H’ standards and support investigation into safety systems and technical requirements.
Already we have had a number of top class chef’s use the kitchen and cooking a variety of food types, putting the kitchen through it’s paces to test the output of the facility, with each chef proclaiming the ease of use and no differences in the food quality, our chefs feedback that food even cooks a bit quicker.
There is potential for the kitchen to reach more industries, with exciting news from its partner Falcon Food Services that is already conceptualising pop-up kitchens at festivals, along with other bigger industry projects.
Having only launched in March 2024, the kitchen is in its very early stages. It may be a while before the full model is rolled out, however, workshops, seminars and thought-leadership initiatives around hydrogen have already begun.
Hydrogen is set to play a vital role in the future of sustainable practices, and in the UK’s decarbonated netzero-energy system. Metering is constantly adapting and moulding to the ever-changing environment ensuring it meets the needs of businesses and consumers globally. The kitchen represents a milestone in the company’s history, and a huge step forward in the use of hydrogen fuels.
To find out more about hydrogen solutions by ngm visit the website: https://metering.nationalgas.com/ services/hydrogen-services
Air technology for resource recovery offers numerous advantages that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of modern waste management and recycling processes. One of the primary benefits is its ability to rapidly and accurately sort waste materials based on their physical properties, such as density and aerodynamic behaviour. This technology can quickly separate lighter materials like paper, plastic films, and other flexible plastics from heavier items such as metals and glass, significantly speeding up the sorting process and enabling high throughput, which is crucial for handling large volumes of waste in high-capacity facilities.
Another major advantage is the improved purity of recovered materials. Air technology can precisely differentiate between different types of materials, resulting in higher quality and less contaminated recycled outputs. This increased purity makes the recovered materials more valuable and easier to process in subsequent recycling stages, enhancing the overall economic viability of recycling operations.
Utilising air technology reduces the reliance on manual sorting, lowering labour costs and minimising human error. It also decreases the wear and tear on machinery that can occur with other
separation methods, such as mechanical sorting, which often involves more contact & friction. This leads to lower maintenance costs and longer equipment lifespan.
Environmental benefits are also significant. By efficiently separating and recovering recyclable materials, air technology reduces the volume of waste sent to landfills, mitigating the environmental impact of waste disposal. It also supports the circular economy by promoting the reuse of materials, conserving natural resources, & reducing the need for virgin material production.
See Impact’s range of waste separation solutions using air technology here: www.impactairsystems.com/materialseparation-solutions
VEV, the e-fleet solutions provider backed by Vitol – a world-leader in the energy sector – today announces the launch of its collaboration with leading public service provider, Serco, and RVS, to pilot electric recycling and waste collection vehicles in Basingstoke and Deane, Hart and Rushmoor.
Refuse collection vehicles (RCVs) are classified as heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and can emit up to 600g CO2 per kilometre when fully laden.
They are arguably among the largest carbon emitters in councils', or their contractors', vehicle fleets –making them priority candidates for electrification and a key focus for change to be successful in meeting carbon reduction targets by 2030.
Supporting the climate emergency targets of Basingstoke and Deane, and Hart and Rushmoor Councils, Serco, RVS and VEV have combined their expertise to reduce the carbon footprint of recycling and refuse collection by demonstrating the capabilities of electrically powered collection vehicles (eRCVs).
Set to be deployed in a pilot scheme, RVS has refurbished and repowered two diesel RCVs into as-new electric vehicles. This process results in a lower manufacturing carbon footprint compared to building a new EV from scratch, while also removing a diesel vehicle from the fleet.
Leveraging its expertise in fleet electrification, VEV has supplied and installed charging infrastructure for the eRCVs, and deployed its bespoke fleet management platform, VEV-IQ, to track performance during the pilot.
VEV-IQ will monitor multiple parameters throughout the pilot programme, including the eRCVs' operational routes, charging schedules, power usage, and CO2 savings for the councils and Serco.
www.VEV.com www.refusevehiclesolutions.co.uk www.serco.com
According to annual data published on the National Packaging Waste Database by the Environment Agency, the UK’s aluminium packaging recycling rate hit an impressive 68% in 2023. A record-breaking 162,357 tonnes were recycled nationwide, including more than four in five beverage cans (81%).
Despite a rapidly growing domestic market, aluminium packaging collected through kerbside, bring and on-the-go systems increased by 13% year-onyear (115,382, compared to 102,195 in 2022).
Elsewhere, tonnage recovered from incinerator bottom ash (IBA) shot up by 17% (45,632 compared to 38,982).
was placed on the domestic market than last year, it’s pleasing to see that recycling rates have more than kept up with pace.
Commenting on the announcement, Tom Giddings, executive director of Alupro, said, “I’m delighted to announce record-breaking recycling volumes for 2023. While more aluminium packaging
“As an industry, we’ve been investing heavily in optimising our collection and recycling infrastructure for the past 20 years and we’re now reaping the rewards of this long-term commitment. Despite ongoing delays and uncertainty surrounding proposed changes to national recycling legislation, the sector is continuing to deliver over and above annual targets.
For more information about Alupro, or its MetalMatters and Every Can Counts behavioural change programmes, visit: www.alupro.org.uk – to access the latest aluminium packaging recycling data, visit the National Packaging Waste Database (NPWD).
On the 10th - 11th July 2024
Carpet Recycling UK will once again be hosting their Annual Conference at voco, St. Johns, Solihull.
Conference registration is now open. Please visit www.carpetrecyclinguk.com to reserve your place.
During the two day event delegates will be brought together to focus on the key waste handling, recycling and sustainability issues facing the industry today.
A panel of expert keynote speakers will also deliver insightful presentations and discussions throughout the event and there will be an exhibition area for companies to showcase their products. The evening will consist of a three course, gourmet dinner followed by our annual awards ceremony.
Throughout the conference there will be plenty of opportunities for delegates to network with members and non-members attending from every corner of the carpet and textile flooring industry providing new business leads and potential support links from the UK, EU and overseas.
With over 30 years’ experience our spirit and accountability is what sets us apart. We value our customer relationships and make a promise to deliver on time and on budget.
No project is too small or too big for us to consider, the client always comes first. Our aim is to make sure your IT is running so your focus is on running your business.
We like to consider ourselves as part of your team, we can fully manage every aspect of your IT needs & each of our solutions is bespoke to your needs.
Here at Smart, we recognise that our staff are our greatest asset, each and everyone plays a major role in growing and developing our company.
To have a successful business in the digital world today you need to Retain, Secure and Manage your businesses data! Smart IT Solutions provides you with a global strategy using only the best carriers. With End-to-End SLA your dedicated representative can provide you with a 24 hour a day 7 day a week service all year round.
Our extensively trained team of engineers will work hard to support your system and any issues you may encounter, including regular maintenance packages tailored to your business requirements.
Did you know nearly 55% of emails in the UK are spam emails and computer viruses? They can
see a quick demise to your business functionality, speak to one of our advisors today to see how we, at Smart IT Solutions, can keep your business always protected.
If you’re not on our Cloud then where are you? It’s much nicer up here! Being a Cloud above the rest, here at Smart IT Solutions, we work hard and think smart, this means we can ensure your business data is always secure and always backed up.
There’s lots to be said about a good Excel spreadsheet by Microsoft Office, like; why me? and is it home time? Speak to our team today to find out how our ‘Excel‘lent solutions can take care of all your IT projects from beginning to end.
In March 2021, the Gov.uk website reported that 4/10 businesses and over a quarter of charitable businesses registered in the UK had been subject to security breaches in the last 12 months. Here at Smart IT Solutions, we understand the importance of safeguarding your data and despite the worldwide shortage of security monitoring tools being able to be implemented, we promise you a safer way to do business with us by your side.
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Expertly designed and innovatively structured cabling solutions, we only work with the latest Copper and Fibre Optic Data and Voice Cabling Systems (such as Category 5e, Category 6 and 7a.1308 voice and Single and Multimode
Defining Chapter is a powerful alternative to traditional business coaching. We work with teams and individuals who want to lead with purpose and creativity. We know precisely the right questions to ask to get you imagining the next profound pages in the book of your life.
How do you want your inner world, your projects, and your relationships to feel? How do you want to communicate with others? What's the blockage or difficulty you can't seem to overcome?
Being creative means you innovate, and you consciously author
yourself and situations. It means you actively choose happiness and excitement, and have greater synergy between your finances, hobbies, and all the people and events around you. You don't have to ‘be creative’ to work with us.
At Defining Chapter, we empower you to dig deep and discover what it is you're here to do in the world. Whatever you want to achieve, we will be your personal, creative advocate, and will stop at nothing to help you get there.
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Fibre Optic). Ask us today about your cabling requirements and receive a free survey from one of our engineers.
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With home working all the trend, Smart IT Solutions are trusted by businesses worldwide, to ensure you have easy to use, anywhere any time devices, keeping your business and people on the move.
Should you have a project or even if you require information, please feel free to contact us:
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Attention ambitious women over 30! Are you feeling stressed, hormonal, battling with weight fluctuations, or just plain stuck in a rut, and fatigue is beginning to take a toll on your personal and professional life? You’re not alone –many women over 30 face the challenge of juggling numerous responsibilities, often feeling drained and unfulfilled. It’s time to reclaim your balance and vitality. Join us for the transformative G100 Empowering Women’s Day and rediscover your path to a more empowered you!
This event will offer expert guidance on stress management, menopause, and healthy aging, improving relationships, navigating life challenges, & empowering you through self-connection & vulnerable conversations. The day will feature four masterclasses: ‘Path to Serenity’, ‘Stepping into Your Confident Goddess’, ‘Aging with Elegance’, and ‘SelfConnection and Empowerment Tools’.
The event is led by Keely Woolley, CEO of Metamorforsuccess – Inspiring Leadership Endeavour, an award-winning executive coach, trainer, mentor, #1 best-selling author, and renowned international speaker. Throughout her distinguished career, Keely has empowered countless ambitious leaders, entrepreneurs, and coaches to overcome self-doubt, achieve success and fulfilment, enhance their performance,
and lead with unwavering confidence – all while prioritising their health and well-being. In collaboration with Lorraine Crookes, CEO of Orgasmic Life, award winning sexual empowerment liberator, a much sought-after expert in her field. Lorraine’s mission is to empower sex, intimacy, and pleasure for health, wealth, and happiness.
Get your tickets today!
One Day of reconnection, rejuvenation, and empowerment – £35 per person
Date: June 21st
Time: 9.30am Arrival & Meet Greet, 10.00am Start, 3.00pm Finish (Networking until 4.00pm)
Location: Kent Wellbeing Hub, Farthing Corner, Medway Services ME8 8PQ www.
theburnoutstressmanagementqueen. com/empowering_womens_day519889 For more information, contact Keely: info@metamorforsuccess.com
Suurmond UK Limited recently attended the ChemUK event at the NEC in Birmingham.
A main feature of our booth was our NEW suurGLASS unit. suurGLASS is a standardised, universal reactor system for process development, Chemical synthesis, stirring, dissolving, mixing and extraction.
The custom design of the support frame means that the vessel can be changed easily while the top cover remains secure mounted to the support.
The quick action clamp can be operated with one hand allowing the user to support the vessel for easy and safe vessel changes.
With our system the top cover and all the accessories connected to it can remain in place.
Because our system is designed
specifically for basic chemistry we are able to offer a highly engineered solution at a lower price point than might be expected.
Basic specification:
● Volume reactor vessel – 1-5 litres, using the same cover plate
Vessel materials
– Type I, Class A borosilicate glass Drip tray material –Standard in 316L
Stirrers – Anchor, propeller, impeller, turbine
Temperature – Up to 200°C
● Pressure – -1 to +1 bar
● Options – A wide range of glass accessories like burette, cooler, dropping funnel, various sensors
Contact us at 01386 423756 or at: www.suurmond.com/ products/suurglass
Key Organics, an international CRO based in the UK, boasts over 32 years of expertise in synthetic organic chemistry. Their team of chemists have successfully supported numerous Process R&D and scale-up programs from route scouting and synthesis of preclinical tox batches, to scale up of key intermediates and synthesis of intermediates for GMP manufacture.
Key Organics is excited to announce the completion of a major investment project: their brand-new R&D and scale-up facility is now fully operational. This state-of-theart facility features six bespoke walk-in fume hoods, offering full flexibility from bench-top to scaleup chemistry. Additionally, the two specialised walk-in scrubbed and wash-down fume hoods provide an extra level of safety and containment for more demanding chemical processes. The facility also includes two vented hoods that are fully accessible from all sides and ideal for general small-scale chemistry.
With 100m² of lab space and 40m² of office and storage space, this fully serviced, high-spec
facility enables Key Organics to better support its customers and undertake more diverse scale-up projects. The facility can handle vessels up to 30 litres, with a temperature range of -20°C to +250°C, and has the potential to accommodate vessels up to 100 litres in the future.
www.keyorganics.net
Recently, we noticed that the products sold by Shanghai NSJ Hardware Ltd (the ‘Shanghai NSJ’) are similar to our products, ie. the QUADRO™ brand industrial mixers featuring our proprietary advanced mixing technologies (QUADRO™ (medmix. swiss)).
medmix, hereby, declares that all materials sold by Shanghai NSJ are not purchased from us. We are the registered owner of a variety of IP rights protecting our QUADRO™ brand industrial mixers in many countries worldwide, including Chinese patent CN101829512B. We have filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Shanghai NSJ at Shanghai Intellectual Property Court. The legal proceeding is currently on-going.
It is noted that in 2015, medmix (formerly Sulzer Mixpac, ‘Mixpac’) had successfully litigated the
Chinese patent on the interface of the F-system mixers with a quick and easy to secure and release – as well as safe and secure and leak-free – bayonet coupling, as well another patent on the Quadro™ System Peeler Cartridges, in Shanghai No.2 Intermediate Court against Shanghai NSJ Hardware Ltd of Shanghai, China.
Those two cases had been ended with a courtmediated settlement in favour of Mixpac in which NSJ agreed to immediately stop infringing the patents of Mixpac, to pay Mixpac damages for the infringement, and to contribute to Mixpac’s legal costs for the litigation.
The medmix group has a policy of vigorously protecting its intellectual property rights and protecting its customers from the risks of counterfeits and illegal copies. Using the original
green and white QUADRO mixers minimise the business risk and animal health risk with the application. This is ensured by the use of our latest proprietary mixing technologies incorporated in our mixers. Best application results avoid subsequent repair work as well as complaints and returns to the best possible extent. QUADRO mixers have proven themselves for many years in a wide range of applications. Customer service from the original manufacturer, medmix, and our trusted suppliers worldwide provide the appropriate support.
In order to ensure the safety of products, it is recommended to purchase our products through appropriate formal channels, here is further contact information: communications@medmix.com investorrelations@medmix.com www.medmix.swiss
Vision Engineering, the worldleading provider of innovative inspection, metrology, and digital 3D visualisation solutions, is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its best-selling and award-winning Mantis range of ergonomic optical stereo microscopes.
In 1994, Vision Engineering revolutionised the field of microscopy by introducing the first-ever ‘eyepiece-less’ stereo microscope, Mantis. This innovative instrument was meticulously crafted to bridge the gap between a bench magnifier and a traditional microscope, offering users an unparalleled ergonomic experience.
Its pioneering design not only earned Mantis widespread acclaim but also secured numerous industry-recognised design and innovation awards. As a result, Mantis quickly established itself as the industry standard for
high-performance ergonomic stereo magnification, redefining precision and user comfort in industrial microscopy applications within the electronics, medical device, aerospace and automotive industries.
In 2005, Vision Engineering unveiled the second generation of Mantis. Soon after its introduction, Mantis manufacturing moved from Woking to a new manufacturing facility in Connecticut, USA. This iteration featured notable enhancements, such as a sleek and modern design, improved LED lighting, an expanded field of view, increased magnification capabilities of up to 20x, and stand and accessory options. In 2009, Vision Engineering expanded the Mantis range by introducing the Mantis Elite HD Cam with a built-in camera for image capture.
www.visioneng.com/mantis
Control Station is a leading provider of Monitoring and Tuning solutions. Our software and solutions empower manufacturers to enhance production efficiency, drive tangible improvements, and embrace digital transformation.
They have a strong presence in the EMEA region with an office based in Ireland, ready to support the unique needs of this market.
In 1988, Control Station was the brainchild of distinguished Professor Dr Douglas Cooper from the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Connecticut. Established in 1988, Dr Douglas Cooper was the driving force in introducing software simulations to the Chemical Engineering curriculum, providing students with a dynamic and intuitive learning experience.
In 2004, Dennis Nash took over as President and CEO and helped transition the company from a successful University project to a globally-ranked company.
In 2015, Damien Munroe expanded Control Station’s reach to Europe, establishing the EMEA business to cater to the unique needs of this market. The EMEA Control Station team is characterised by its multicultural and multilingual composition, ensuring a tailored approach to serving diverse customer types.
Award-winning Control Station is recognised as a true industry-leader in innovative, Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) controller tuning solutions, providing the only product portfolio with tuning NSS conditions capability, irrespective of open or closed loop operationality, across integrating or non-integrating processes.
Control Station has an impressive customer base across almost 70 countries worldwide and has earned its place as the industry-leading platform-independent provider of process analytics and optimisation solutions.
Control Station now licences solutions to over half of the prestigious Fortune 500 manufacturers ranked by largest annual revenues.
In the USA, Control Station is based in Manchester, Connecticut and a second Irish base in Roscrea, Tipperary, deals with the European, Middle East and Africa Markets. With further representatives across
Australia and Brazil, the company is in a good position to continue building its international customer base.
We spoke to Vera Lúcia Fregonezi, EMEA Business Marketing and Sales, Ireland, to find out more, “Our existing and prospective manufacturer customers operate continuous and/or batch production processes and our products have been licensed to world-class global manufacturers, resulting in quantifiable improvements to production and driving sustainable annual company productivity.”
“Our proprietary portfolio of products has cost-effective benefits, documented by our diverse range of end-users. These include oil and gas, mining, chemicals, basic materials, food & beverage, pulp and paper industries, and pharmaceuticals. If you have PIDs in your process you should be using our products to optimise, and sustainably maintain performance.”
“Control Station products are both private-labelled and referenced by major automation solutions companies.”
PlantESP from Control Station is a Control Loop Performance Monitoring (CLPM) solution that accurately and proactively pinpoints control loop performance issues on a plant-wide basis and then methodically isolates the root cause. Through bespoke alerts, key performance metrics and guidance reports, engineers and operators are kept in the loop of performance changes, with recommended corrective action points.
If you’re looking for state-of-the-art PID tuning software: LOOP-PRO™ is the only software on the market that accurately models changeable ‘real world’ process conditions. Designed to work with open and closed-loop, LOOP-PRO is the definitive software for accurate rapid PID controller tuning for all industrial applications.
“The first full commercial license of PlantESP was issued in early 2013, and since that time, the product has been deployed to numerous process manufacturers on six continents.”
“The Company’s first enterprise-wide license agreement was completed in December 2015 with Cargill –the world’s largest privately-held food & beverage manufacturer. Since that time, numerous other enterprise licensing agreements have been executed with leading manufacturers.”
“Loop-Pro is an award-winning software and has been recognised numerous times for the Engineer’s Choice Award as the market’s best PID Controller Tuning Software, as selected by the readers of Control Engineering Magazine. Furthermore, it is the only twotime winner of Chemical Processing Magazine’s Vaaler Award – an award designated by a panel of experts from the process industries.”
“The company is focusing on sustainability & developing Digital Lifecycle Solutions for the control systems manufacturing sector, offering a comprehensive suite of solutions, that include regular monitoring, prioritisation, and proactive resolution of control loop issues that help to reduce variability, increase reliability, and save costs in lost productivity and wasted resources.”
“Our Control Station’s EMEA Office in Ireland has been experiencing significant growth expanding its team to support the increased focus by manufacturers on sustainable production.”
“Looking to the future, sustainability is at the forefront of our solutions in Software and Service. We are dedicated to providing world-class monitoring solutions to not only enhance efficiency but also to align with environmentally conscious practices. Our goal is to provide software that not only optimises processes but also contributes to sustainability efforts by standardising work practices, saving resources, reducing waste, and minimising energy consumption.”
“As we evolve, our commitment to providing innovative and eco-friendly solutions remains a key driver in shaping our future,” concluded Vera Lúcia Fregonezi.
For more information, please see the website below: https://controlstation.com
Applying batch and/or date codes manually is a laborious and time-consuming process, yet it is still suprisingly commonplace. Even in larger organisations, where it seems as though automation is at the forefront of their production process, you will sometimes find a team dedicated to hand applying variable information onto packs.
Why date code by hand?
Coding is usually done manually for one of the following reasons:
The pack is difficult to code on the main production line
This is often the case with sleeves. When placed around the tray or tub, the sleeve can move around, making accurate code placement tricky.
Pouches can also be difficult to print when filled. The desired print area can often be uneven or problematic to reach, again making consistent coding a near impossible task.
The company is young
When a B2C business starts out, they will usually be
producing in very small batches. Coding by hand is therefore an economical process, suitable for companies at this stage of their life as volumes are small.
For seasonal or special edition packaging
Limited edition packaging will often be coded off-line, as to not disrupt the main line. Unless the company has a standalone coding system, applying the codes by hand is the only option.
Challenges of manual coding
‘It takes ages’, ‘it’s not sustainable with our growth’ and ‘we end up with so many misprints’.
These are just a few reasons that our customers have cited when asked why they are looking for a solution to date or batch code their packaging automatically. Other factors include the cost of labour, coding errors and not being able to keep up with production.
New report shows move from plastic to packaging solutions with better end of life outcomes in the FMCG sector is too slow
A comprehensive new study by Aquapak, ‘FMCG flexible packaging: accelerating the move from plastic to paper’, based on research with 100 UK packaging experts responsible for packaging R&D, technology, design and sustainability for FMCG brands, reveals that the majority (92%) plan to stop using plastic in their consumer packaging altogether.
The report, launched recently at the Rethinking Materials Innovation and Investment Summit in London, shows that paper and paperboard are the replacement materials of choice, followed by new polymers, bioplastics, and multi-materials.
However, despite the commitment to move away from plastic, the timeframe for transition is
The solution Rotech’s RF Lite standalone coding systems are designed to make light work of date and batch coding. Users can simply stack flat-form packaging, such as sleeves
still considerable, with 27% of packaging experts expecting this to happen by 2027, 35% by 2028 and 28% by 2029. Just under one third (30%) described the move to new packaging materials in their business as too slow, 58% described it as ‘moderate’ and only 11% said it was fast. Crucially, the majority (87%) want the switch to alternative materials to replace conventional plastics to take place more quickly.
Currently, the main barriers to using more environmentally friendly options are the higher cost of alternative packaging, which was cited by 53% of respondents, the availability of alternative materials (50%) and ensuring the functionality and product protection remains the same (46%).
To download the report, visit News – aquapak (www.aquapakpolymers.com)
and cartons into the hopper, press a button and watch as the packs are individually fed under a thermal inkjet (TIJ) printer where they are consistently printed with a high-quality code.
What’s more, the user-friendly systems can be easily adjusted to run different products, so one machine can serve multiple lines.
Want to know more?
We have been designing, building and supplying offline coding systems since 1998. We understand the challenges that manufacturers face when it comes to accurately date coding and we’ve sought to address these with easyto-use equipment that promises reliability and cost-effectiveness.
T +44 (0)1707 393700 sales@rotechmachines.com https://rotechmachines.com
AdCo UK is one of the largest manufactures of shaped hotmelt adhesives and water-based adhesives for use in packaging and product assembly markets for over 21 years, from its Head Office and manufacturing facility in Liphook Hampshire with additional distribution facilities based in Leeds UK and a network of approved distributors based throughout the UK.
As well as supplying adhesives for all requirements, AdCo supplies a wide range of specialist applicators – from ProFlex industrial, heavy duty and professional glue guns to total melt, cartridge and bulk systems, we also manufacture and supply UF resins, PVA Adhesives, PU Adhesives, Tapes and much more
As part of our commitment to
offer our customers the correct solution for their needs AdCo are continually investing in research and development along with new state of the art manufacturing equipment to ensure we continue to meet the ever changing needs of all types of industry.
Thanks to our unrivalled knowledge of adhesives and application techniques, our highly skilled technicians can offer a ‘find and supply’ service to all our customers.
With a combined industry experience of over 120 years, our technicians can ensure that any bonding problem can be solved quickly and efficiently.
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The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) says discussions with DEFRA on the implementation of a re-use incentive scheme for wooden packaging have been “extremely positive”.
The organisation, together with other wood product associations, have been campaigning for a re-use initiative with two central aims: to maximise the re-use of wooden pallets and packaging in supply chains and support the development of a circular economy.
The Scottish government this week cancelled its target of reducing greenhouse gases by 75% by 2030, having missed eight of its last 12 annual climate goals. It is the latest organisation to soften flagship environmental objectives, with both the Conservative and Labour party having made U-turns on key policies in the past year.
TIMCON President, John Dye, said incentivising re-use was now a must to help maintaining progress towards net zero and sending out the positive messages to the UK public.
TIMCON has collaborated with other wood-based sectors and submitted a proposal to DEFRA to introduce a workable re-use framework as part of a Proposed Reuse Incentive Scheme document. The document has two goals: to
maximise the number of times wooden packaging is re-used before, ultimately, it is recycled; and to increase the use of wooden transport tools – including pallets, cases, crates, cable reels, and so on – in domestic and international supply chains.
The re-use framework includes information on how re-use should be incentivised, measured, and recorded; how supply chain users can recognise a re-useable pallet; how to ensure pallets are recycled at the end of their useful life; where obligations for re-use lie; and several other recommendations.
Dye said, “In our proposed Re-use Incentive Scheme we have set out a workable framework for re-using wooden pallets and packaging and shown how this can be implemented. We are strongly recommending that government progresses this straightforward, easy-toimplement initiative to support its plans to reduce greenhouse gases by 100% by 2050.
“Our recent discussions with DEFRA on when
and how such a scheme can be implemented have been extremely positive.
“Wood packaging material (WPM) manufacturing and repair businesses are inherently founded on principles of circularity. They manufacture products from sustainably managed trees, which means for every one that is harvested, more are grown in their place.
“They then repair and re-use pallets until they are ready to be recycled into other products – from chipboard to animal bedding. Their business model is sustainable from start to finish.
“Encouraging these industries will, in turn, boost demand for tree planting, provide a solid foundation for our circular economy, and make a sizeable contribution to achieving the government’s 2050 targets.”
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