Sustainability Today Issue 440

Issue 440 December 2022

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Conrad Energy awarded significant pathfinder contract by National Grid ESO

Conrad Energy, the largest flexible power producer in the UK, continues to put supporting the transition to a low carbon economy at the heart of their strategic plans.

Conrad Energy are delighted to have been awarded a stability pathfinder contract with National Grid ESO to help enable the operation of the UK’s national electricity transmission network with zero-carbon by 2025 and to set up the UK to deliver a net zero electricity system from 2035.

Sonia Quiterio, Conrad Energy’s New Business Director, said, “This contract award represents a major win to support the UK’s net zero strategy and stabilise the UK’s electricity network. This technology will provide stability services for at least 30 years. These contracts will keep building strong foundations for us to deliver a better world for generations to come.“

Julian Leslie, ESO Head of Networks, said, “These new contracts represent a major milestone in delivering a low-carbon network for the future and will help support the delivery of our 2025 ambition to be able to operate the network at zero-carbon. These contracts demonstrate the type of savings that can be made and the importance of investing in net zero now in order to unlock benefits for consumers for the future.“

T 01235 427290 info@conradenergy.co.uk https://conradenergy.co.uk/

eureKARE launched innovation-driven start-up studio in Monaco to apply synthetic biology in tackling critical environmental challenges

eureKARE (‘the company’), an innovative investment company for disruptive synthetic biology (‘SynBio’) applications, launched an innovation-driven start-up studio in Monaco, focused on supporting projects which aim to tackle the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. This expands eureKARE’s SynBio studio network – each with a different theme – in Europe’s innovation hotspots.

eureKARE’s studio model is a novel, flexible approach to SynBio start-up creation which identifies, selects and nurtures high quality European science to create a unique ecosystem and develop new companies. The Monaco studio will be the network’s hub for climate change-focused innovation.

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco commented, “I welcome the dialogue that has been established between eureKARE & the Scientific Centre of Monaco, in particular the opportunity to have one of your studios on its premises, like those you have already set up in various scientific centres across Europe.”

Alexandre Mouradian, Chairman, Founder, and Chief Executive Officer of eureKARE, added, “By promoting synthetic biology-based strategies, we will see the emergence of novel sustainable solutions and new economic models that will prove invaluable in addressing some of the world’s largest environmental challenges.”

eureKARE SA

Cátia Dourado, Communications Manager catia.dourado@eurekare.eu

Consilium Strategic Communications – Media Relations

Amber Fennell, Sukaina Virji, Genevieve Wilson eurekare@consilium-comms.com

Hillhead Review – Top Exhibitors

Hillhead 2022: Back with a bang

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Hillhead 2022 – the quarrying industry extravaganza – welcomed almost 18,500 trade visitors and an unprecedented 604 exhibitors across three show days.

With an impressive total of just under 18,500 unique visitors in attendance and more than 600 of the world’s leading equipment manufacturers, suppliers and service providers taking part, this year’s Hillhead exhibition – held from 21-23 June 2022 at Tarmac’s Hillhead Quarry, near Buxton, Derbyshire – once again cemented its status as the world’s biggest working quarry event for the mineral products, construction, & recycling sectors. It was very much back to face-to-face business at Hillhead 2022, as exhibitors and visitors alike took the opportunity to connect with their industry peers, take the pulse of what’s happening, and marvel at the plethora of live machinery action that took place in the show’s four dedicated demonstration areas.

Following the trials and tribulations of the past 18 months for the events sector, and a gap of four years since the last Hillhead show took place, this year’s eagerly anticipated event was very much well received, with every square metre of exhibit space – including a new look extended Registration

Air Spectrum Environmental

Air Spectrum Environmental supply air quality solutions and services, focusing primarily on dust and odour management. Part of their offering includes dust suppression hire equipment – which traditionally is diesel powered. Air Spectrum released a game-changing battery version in 2021 – the ‘ecotech’ range, which does not use diesel and therefore has no emissions.

As Hillhead was focusing on sustainability as its main theme this year, Air Spectrum Environmental were right on point with their ecotech range as the star of their stand. If you’re a customer or a regular reader of their blog pages, you’ll know that sustainability and environmentally sound equipment design is a high priority for them as an organisation.

pavilion and tweaked layout at the top of the showground – completely sold out before its official opening.

Hillhead returns to Tarmac’s Hillhead Quarry in two years’ time from 25-27 June 2024. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order: Air Spectrum Environmental, APRD Machinery Ltd, Bells Power Services & Chain & Conveyor. Further details can be found on this page.

www.hillhead.com

Conveyor Chain to keep business moving!

Many aspects of a modern automated production system depend upon reliable, durable and flexible conveyor systems. Chain & Conveyor are the UK’s leading supplier of conveyor chain, sprockets and accessories. Working with OEMs and product system architects on new design projects, as well as direct with customers for all their maintenance requirements, they stock over 500,000ft of chain in their UK warehouse, ensuring that they have the range, and access to parts, to respond quickly when called upon.

Identifying the correct chain for any application is vital for the longevity and efficiency of the installation and to avoid costly breakdowns which can have a negative impact on equipment and productivity.

With an impressive client list operating in the waste management, water treatment

Bells Power Services

This was the first year that Bells Power Services & Powersource exhibited at the Hillhead Show during the summer of 2022, and what a success it was. We would like to give our thanks to all our existing and new customers for taking the time to visit our stand and speak with our representatives.

Bells Power Services and Powersource are sister companies that fall under the Bells Power Group, and with over 125 years of experience we have become one of the UK’s most trusted names in power generation.

Our Bells Power Services team takes pride in offering the highest levels of service. We offer a wide range of services, this includes technical project solutions, the supply and install of small generator sets, control panel servicing, and the servicing and repair of all makes and models of power generation sets.

Our Powersource team are authorised agents/dealers for key brands that serve the domestic and international industrial markets. Our commitment to customer service and support with rapid response to enquiries has led us to become favoured suppliers for many products within the industry.

The Bells Power Group provides trusted expertise in all aspects of standby power solutions – contact our team today for all enquiries.

T 0203 259 0100 contact@bellspower.co.uk www.bellspowergroup.co.uk

and recycling sectors – as well as most major manufacturing, mining and agricultural applications, Chain & Conveyor have the knowledge and experience to help supply any application in the UK or overseas. Their expert team provide advice and insight to help any customer identify and select the best solution for their requirements.

T 01565 830747 sales@chainandconveyor.com

They’re aiming to become carbon neutral by the end of 2022, and are continuing to support decarbonisation of supply chains with greener equipment, expanding the ecotech range wherever possible. After all, our world will keep developing, but it can do so more safely, with environmentally friendly solutions. The detrimental effect of poor air quality is such a matter of urgency, that we must try

harder to improve the situation in every way we can, whether that be decarbonisation or simply choosing the greener solution where possible.

T 01905 362100 sales@airspectrum.com www.airspectrum.com

The attachment experts

APRD Machinery Ltd was delighted to attend the Hillhead 2022 Expo to showcase its products and services to nearly 20,000 industry visitors from across the quarrying, construction and recycling sectors.

With its sharp looking stand, APRD was able to talk and engage with potential customers as well as deliver live product demonstrations with a TSP 154.

APRD Machinery Ltd prides itself on offering a quality and reliable experience through its tailored solutions designed to give maximum productivity.

Named as the industry’s attachment experts, APRD has the ability to source the best attachment for any job while ensuring safety and efficiency as paramount. The company is run by its managing director, Gary O’Shaughnessy, who has over 20 years’ machinery and attachments experience in the construction, demolition, and civil engineering industries.

Available to both the UK and Irish market, APRD stock a range of products useful to construction, quarries and demolition sites. As well as the TerraStar® Screening Bucket line that consists of TerraStar® Ecoline, Greenline, Compactline, and Powerline; all of which are designed for maximum material flow and deliver high-performing results, APRD Machinery are also the sole distributor of

the Wolf Technik range that includes screening and mixing buckets for excavators and wheeled loaders, cabin protectors, ram guards and hydraulic compactors.

APRD Machinery is also the only distributor in Ireland for the world leading OilQuick quick coupler systems which can be used on excavators, wheeled loaders, material handlers and forklifts For more information on how to increase your profits through APRD Machinery products, see below.

T +353 (0) 1 5654981

M +353 (0) 87 6208404 info@aprdmachinery.com https://aprdmachinery.com/

Cutting-edge company gives the energy sector digital backbone

Sustainability

Today is awarding the Company of the Month Award to Jules Energy for digital innovation in the energy retail sector.

Jos den Broeder realised he was onto something special when he was able to combine knowledge of the wholesale energy market with enterprising IT skills.

In 2019 he formed the company Jules Energy providing IT infrastructure to the energy sector. Now with bases in the UK, the Netherlands and the United States and with 100% positive customer feedback this company is a leading global comprehensive IT solution package.

With the current energy crisis and fluctuating energy prices causing havoc across the retail energy sector companies need a reliable IT backbone moving forward.

Jules Energy provides the perfect digital solution where all online transactions, administrative, operational functionalities are stored in one place.

Countries such as the United Kingdom have a privatised energy sector and this liberalisation of the energy market creates opportunities for customer growth portfolios. In the near future Jules Energy is hoping to expand through more western European countries. Jos den Broeder, CEO, explains the future chef-d’œuvre, “The Australian economic model follows the UK one, so if something works well there, the Australians are not far behind.”

In deregulated energy markets companies need to stand out and having robust digital solutions gives companies an edge over their competitors. The energy crisis is the perfect storm for disenchantment across the energy sector but having a digital tool to manage risk helps set energy transactions on a short and longterm basis. Markets are starting the shift from commodity to service and outcome focus and

smart energy companies are focussing on energy bills, not energy tariffs.

Jos den Broeder and the team had an exhibition stall at Utility Week Live the UK at the NEC in Birmingham. It is the UK’s largest trade show for utility industries across the energy and water sectors. Jules Energy successfully demonstrated its specialist software to the energy sector and showed how its digital tools can help manage risk.

Jules Energy sees a green future as the energy sector moves towards renewable energy sources. Wind, water and solar energy are green assets and the move to a greener sustainable future is driving market forces. Targeted software can help companies with distributed energy resources (DERs) towards complete decarbonisation.

Green Combined Power started working with Jules Energy in 2010. Working in the combined heat and power (CHP) and commercial horticulture sector the company found the IT Cloud platform allowed for a smoother more efficient operational time.

“Before Jules Energy came along I had to download data from one provider, analyse it and then

email energy suppliers half-hourly import/export forecasts almost on a daily basis.

The Jules Energy system lets me do all this in one place and it only takes minutes (often just seconds) to review, adjust and optimise the operating hours. The Jules Energy system lets me do a better job for my clients in much less time.”

The specialist software is user-friendly allowing for speedy data retrieval at a moment’s notice. The digital platform updates any changes within the day so all retrieval is up-to-date and accurate. Customers can participate in the day-ahead and intraday auctions staying on top of their transactions.

Flexitricity has been a valued UK customer of Jules Energy since 2018. Trading as a demandresponse service it wanted to sell flexible energy priced products and offer wholesale products. Using the Jules Energy platform they were able to add a full comprehensive range of energy supply products. This enabled Flexitricity to increase its customer base by 60%. Flexitricity appreciate the advanced risk strategy that Jules Energy employs – “Jules is our hedging backbone.”

For more information on the specialist software solutions that Jules Energy can offer, see below:

T +31 172 497216

info@julesenergy.com

www.julesenergy.com

@julesenergy

Heating Technology Company of the Month

Sustainable comfort for everyone

In this issue of Business and Industry Today, we are pleased to announce ELCO Heating Solutions as our Heating Technology Company of the Month.

ELCO is a worldwide pioneer in heating technology and has proven experience in the UK of delivering the highest standards in the commercial heating market. ELCO has the capabilities to provide intelligent, energysaving technology that is designed to meet the individual requirements of any project.

“We are the market leader in Switzerland and a long-established brand across Europe. Since 2001, ELCO has been an integral part for the Ariston Group which has a history spanning over 90 years. Our UK base is in Basildon, Essex but we have offices across Europe and beyond. We are confident of our strong presence here in the UK as we continue to set the highest standards in the commercial heating market with our heating technology and our latest renewable technology,” stated Anthony Byrne, Marketing Manager.

ELCO’s products are routinely specified for use in both public and private sector buildings. These products include renewable systems with heat pump only or hybrid solutions, highly efficient

wall-hung and floor-standing condensing boilers, heat interface units, CHP and pressure jet units, all of which are supported by a dedicated fieldbased sales team that offers free site surveys and an experienced technical department. “Our specification managers also travel the length and breadth of the country delivering free in-house CIBSE approved CPD modules for our customers,” added Anthony.

As specialists in commercial heating and hot water, ELCO prides itself on its close relationship with consultants and contractors. “We have been installing heat pumps in the UK for over 10 years so we’re well placed to provide assistance on this type of project or indeed any project where low emissions or decarbonisation is of prime importance,” said Anthony.

ELCO has a wealth of experience working on decarbonisation projects, particularly in the healthcare and education sectors, where it uses sustainable technologies such as heat pumps and hybrid systems to support green upgrades to UK buildings. ELCO’s R&D department is constantly investing in new product development and is hopeful to bring more heat pump options and hydrogen ready products to market within the next five years.

One particular product worth noting is the recent launch of ELCO’s New Hybrid System Selector Tool

which is a free software available to customers. It was designed to help reduce emissions, manage costs and save time. Anthony expanded, “The tool uses an extensive range of parameters to calculate the most suitable and sustainable heating product for a commercial project. For building services consultants working on heat pump only or hybrid system projects, ELCO’s tool can help identify the best combination of products to match requirements in minutes. The Selector Tool is suitable for planning stages 1 and 2, as it provides detailed ‘lowest yearly CO2’ and ‘lowest yearly cost’ comparisons between a heat pump only system, hybrid system and a new or existing boiler-only setup.

“The user-friendly Tool is also capable of calculating system parameters at any external temperature, as well as the Seasonal Performance Factor (SPF) as per CIBSE AM17. These calculations can be repeated across multiple system designs and flow temperatures, allowing consultants to make informed decisions on the benefits of different approaches. The Tool also offers the flexibility to select the switch point for heat sources, while providing analysis and an explanation of the selected option. It also successfully factors in weather fluctuations by referencing the hourly temperature variations

from the past three years which then allows it to create accurate temperature distribution for five key regions of the UK.”

If you would like to know how much energy will be used and the CO2 emissions produced in a new system compared to an old system, you can now book a free demo of the new Hybrid System Selector Tool with an ELCO specification manager so you can witness the usefulness first hand. This can be done at www.elco.co.uk/ selector-tool-demo/ or by scanning the QR code.

T 0345 646 0442

www.elco.co.uk

Had Fab announces completion of company’s largest piling frame

One of the UK’s leading structural engineering and metal fabrication companies – Tranent based Had Fab – has this month announced the load out of one of the company’s largest constructions to date and which will be used as part of the high-profile redevelopment of Stornoway Deep Water Terminal.

The 16.5m long, 3.5m wide and 4m high piling frame was transported by specialist freight from its location in Glasgow earlier this year to the Had Fab yard in Tranent where it has been converted from an H-Pile to a Tubular Pile configuration.

Working to a tight deadline the frame has been fully refurbished and converted so as to successfully install 1,220 diameter piles, up to 44m long on the highprofile Stornoway Deep Water Terminal.

Speaking about the project, Martin Ward, Chief Operating Officer at Had Fad, said, “This has been a milestone project for Had Fad and one which has involved true collaborative working to make sure exacting specifications and tight timeframes were met.

“This involved using specialist modelling software –Tekla – to make sure the client was remotely involved in every stage of the project design, and any changes

Refill stations and sustainable bottles bring dynamic hydration solution to COP27

Climate leaders gathered for COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, were able to get a taste of a dynamic new hydration solution from Swedish water and beverage innovator Bluewater.

required, together with regular site visits to ensure production was on schedule and on specification.

“Combine this with the challenging logistics of moving such a huge structure from its original location in Glasgow to the Had Fab yard in Tranent, and then onto its final destination in Stornoway, and this has been a truly end to end project for the Had Fab team.”

T 01875 611711

sales@hadfabltd.co.uk

https://hadfab.co.uk/

The company’s leading-edge purified water refill stations and sustainable reusable bottles allowed delegates to stay hydrated in the Climate Action Innovation Zone, where Bluewater had been appointed Official Hydration Partner.

“We were deeply honoured that Climate Action chose Bluewater to provide free water refills to all participants at the COP27 Innovation Zone,” said Bluewater Founder and CEO, Bengt Rittri (pictured), one of Sweden’s leading environmental entrepreneurs. “The deployment of our solutions at

Sharm El-Sheikh ensured delegates could drink water as pure as nature intended, without incurring the damaging impacts of single-use plastic bottles. Pairing our advanced water purification stations with our premium stainless steel refillable bottles creates the ultimate ecosystem for planet-friendly hydration.”

Running parallel to COP27, and located just 300 metres from the Blue Zone, the Climate Action Innovation Zone provided a global platform where dynamic solutions come to life, new ideas are born, climate leaders step up, and crosssector partnerships begin.

Founded in 2013, Bluewater provides sustainable access to clean water for people around the globe, while ending the reliance on single-

The World Biogas Expo & Summit Review – Top Exhibitors

The World Biogas Expo & Summit

On 14-15 June 2022, the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) and the World Biogas Association (WBA) hosted the World Biogas Expo – the only tradeshow dedicated solely to the anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas. Over 2,500 visitors from around the world attended the two-day event at the NEC in Birmingham, featuring 130 exhibitors and expert insight from its conference theatre.

Alongside the Expo, WBA held its flagship event the World Biogas Summit to provide a global thoughtleadership forum on the global AD and biogas sector. Entitled ‘the Methane Imperative’, the 2022 Summit highlighted how biogas could deliver up to 50% of the targets set up in the Global Methane Pledge launched at COP26, now signed by over 100 countries.

Rick Duke, White House Liaison for the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry, and cochair of the Climate & Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) Working Group and H.E. Hadjia Samira Bawumia, 2nd Lady of Ghana headlined the speakers line-up, which included representatives from the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Global Methane Initiative, the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation and the European

Biogas Catalyst

Biogas Catalyst is a simple to use powder additive containing dormant bacteria and an inert mineral carrier that supports colonisation of an AD.

The Biogas catalyst contains several strains of the non-pathogenic bacillus bacteria that secrete active hydrolytic enzymes. These have been meticulously selectively bred to enhance their adaptability, tolerance, and efficiency at breaking down various feedstocks. The bacteria can tolerate large changes in PH,

Commission, alongside industry leaders.

The World Biogas Expo & Summit returns to Birmingham’s NEC next year from 29-30 March 2023.

This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order: ARB Process Engineering Ltd, Biorenewables Development Centre & Fluid Renewables. More can be found on this page.

www.biogastradeshow.com

temperature and feedstock input, they adapt to the local environment quicker than native bacteria, speeding up the breakdown process. They are also superior at breaking down tougher material such as cellulose to yield larger quantities of CH4 for and reduced quantity of waste sludge for the same input.

These qualities allow the bacteria to quickly colonise an AD and thrive in a myriad of environments, out competing the native bacteria and increasing biogas production by up to

Company impresses at World Biogas Expo

ARB Process Engineering Ltd is the UK’s leading, innovative authority on anaerobic digestion plants, offering streamlined design, manufacture and installation.

Expert engineers can install new processing plants and repower, retrofit and refurbish new and existing plants.

During a highly successful exhibition at the World Biogas Expo 2022, ARB Process Engineering Ltd launched products, networked and cascaded information to potential customers.

Hot on the heels of the exhibition, ARB Process Engineering have been busy designing small-scale biogas

30% with the same input.

In short, this bacteria consortium adapts to your AD then secretes enzymes to accelerate feedstock breakdown, reduce waste sludge, therefore improving biogas yields and site profitability, working towards a net zero future.

Contact

T 01244 506677 Niko.bugelli@fluidrenewables.com

Biorenewables Development Centre

Are you looking to transform your waste into new innovative products or processes? Do you need support to optimise or develop your anaerobic digestion process?

The Biorenewables Development Centre and the University of York offer fully funded projects worth around two days of work to eligible SMEs in the West Yorkshire region. Our bespoke desk or lab-based support can help you to develop, test and optimise innovative products and processes for the circular economy and anaerobic digestion sector. The funding can also help to review novel technologies, policy regulations, provide access

to workshops and networking opportunities at trade shows.

Businesses can also join the region’s BioVale Innovation Cluster and its unique Anaerobic Digestion Special Interest Group to build partnerships,

exchange knowledge and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.

Through this business support programme, we are offering a limited number of eligible West Yorkshire SMEs the funded opportunity to exhibit at The World Biogas Expo, 29th and 30th March 2023.

To discuss how we can work together, contact Dr Anna Alessi, Project and Communications Manager or visit our stand at the World Biogas Expo 2023.

T +44 (0)1904 328052 anna.alessi@york.ac.uk www.biorenewables.org

projects due to increasing customer requests.

“We are seeing the increasing demand for small-scale Biogas projects, solely dependent on farm feed stock. That is why we have designed and developed our Aerio Biogas system.

“This is for smaller, self-sufficiency projects. These modular, microgeneration projects can be installed and commissioned in a few weeks.”

Recent larger jobs have included a site expansion to supply a DMT Biogas upgrader, extended on the back of an existing 500kW plant, degritting tanks, replacement membranes and agitator changes.

use plastic bottles. “We believe the best water is sourced and purified in local communities at point of consumption, not bottled in plastic and transported.”

Want to contact Bluewater?

Get in touch with Dave Noble at +44 (0)7785 302694.

Based in Northern Ireland, with over 30 years of experience in Agricultural Engineering and technology, ARB Process Engineering offers market-leading engineering solutions for products with longevity.

“ARB take pride in being your number one go-to-service provider. A one stop shop! We always carry out extensive stock holding of critical spares, ready for same day or next day delivery.”

Contact T +44 (0)28 8774 8042 info@arbprocessengineering.co.uk www.arbprocessengineering.co.uk

Industry Excellence

The world’s most advanced Rockbreaker Boom System manufacturer

In this issue of Sustainability Today, we have selected Tecman as the recipient of our Industry Excellence Award.

Tecman is known around the world as a global leader in the manufacture of Rockbreaker Boom Systems specialising in the design of rock breaking solutions for the quarrying and mining sectors. Since its establishment in 1993 Tecman has grown and adapted to the changing market trends over the years and has built a reliable and diversified range of world class product lines that are designed for complete profitability to all those involved in mining, quarrying, demolition, recycling and bulk handling.

With its main factory based in France, Tecman is represented in five continents through a global

dealer network. To support this network, Tecman also has offices in the UK, South Africa and Chile, as well as three integrated factories covering all processes of Rockbreaker Boom, Hydraulic Hammer, Design and Manufacture.

It is clear to see why Tecman is a global leader in the field of Automation. Its capabilities to provide the best solution are completely unrivalled. Tecman provide a simple solution to all your operational problems and are made to simply adapt to any make and model of boom system. There is no need for expensive studies, as Tecman’s solutions are based on its years of extensive knowledge of boom automation requirements. “We are the only company that can retro fit any rock boom system to anyone’s existing system,” added Brian Johnson, General Manager of Automation Division.

Through Advanced Performance Technology, Tecman has built the best integrated manufacturing system in the world. As well as meeting the exigences of modern mining and quarrying companies, Tecman also excels in offering the highest production, technology and performance levels.

Introducing the world’s most cost effective retro fit Boom Automation System, The Tecman Automation Box is a retro fit system that allows for your boom system to be operated locally with existing controls, or to be operated remotely using the Tecman Automation Controls by a simple push of a button.

It’s simple, effective and completely safe for the working environment. The system offers multiple machine operation meaning just one operator can work remotely or locally from anywhere in the world

at any time. Completely designed around your systems, Tecman follows seven simple steps to automate your Rockbreaker Boom System. There are four packages available; The Local Package, The Control Room Package, The Multi Control Room Package, and Home Office Control, that each offer differing automation software for your specific needs and requirements.

Tecman has an extensive list of Boom Systems specifically designed for a number of different uses and environments. Whether you are in need of Boom Systems for Gyratory Crushers, Jaw Crushers, HSI Crushers, Mobile Crushers, Modified Excavators and Booms, Demolition Grapples, Underground Equipment, ROCBOT Robot Excavators, Hydraulic Hammers, Boom Systems for Steel Industry, Recycling Boom Systems, or Grizzly Bar Installations, any kind of crusher can be equipped with a Tecman Rockbreaker.

Another reason why Tecman is such a keyasset to its industry is its in-field support and training that can be offered anywhere in the world to build bespoke machinery rather than off-the-shelf products. 100% of its products are made through its in-house manufacturing facilities only using steel that is purchased from renowned European traders and manufacturers.

Using Robot Welding to build the rotary frames, Tecman understands that every customer has demanding applications, and because safety is paramount, each machine is built with a safety factor of 7. Another benefit to Tecman’s machinery is that because it manufactures its own cylinders, components and parts, it can easily trace stock and keep constant check on their quantity and availability. To ensure each Rockbreaker is made to perfection, each Rockbreaker is fully assembled and tested before shipment. Taking only two days to fully install, ease of assembly and commissioning is a priority to Tecman through all its designs.

In closing, we asked Brian how he felt receiving our award, he answered, “It’s always nice to receive an award.”

M 07516 537290

tecman@tecman.com

www.tecman.com

Editor Recommends Let’s talk air pollution!

Poor air quality is the largest environmental risk to public health in the UK. The health impacts of air pollution are estimated to cost up to £20 billion PA and cause up to 36,000 DEATHS in the UK alone. A major component of urban air pollution is Nitrous Oxides (NOx – NO/NO2).

At IMS we provide state of the art ‘Emissions Reduction Technology’ and ‘Noise Abatement Solutions’ that dramatically reduce NOx Emissions and cuts Noise Pollution from Large Stationary Power Generation Equipment typically used in the Energy,

Health, Utility and Manufacturing Market Sectors (Datacentres, Hospitals, Banks, Phone & Water Companies). This aids to improve our quality of life.

The IMSeco ‘Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Technology’ is designed bespoke for each

New AQOS digital shower meter

application and can be retrofitted to existing Power Generation Equipment for compliance with the Medium Combustion Plant Directive (MCPD). The SCR system will reduce NOx emissions by approximately -95% taking it well below the threshold of 190mg/Nm3 @15% O2 set by DEFRA on Diesel Powered engines within the specified 10-20 minutes from start-up.

Any questions or want to know more? Contact us here:

T 01509 506792 sales@silencers.co.uk  www.silencers.co.uk

By making some small changes to your daily bathroom routine, you can easily cut water and energy use at home – saving money too.

The ShowerBoB AQOS digital shower meter comes complete with a shower head and clear instructions, so it’s easy to install in place of your hand-held shower.

It’s a simple way for all the family to measure the time spent, water used and temperature of each shower – with its unique traffic light LCD display of green, amber and red to prompt for shorter,

Global Offshore Wind 2022 Review – Top Exhibitors

Global Offshore Wind 2022

The offshore wind industry gathered together in Manchester Central from 21-22 June 2022 at the start of an offshore wind revolution in the UK. The industry has been set a target to quadruple offshore wind in just a few short years so that consumers across Britain will benefit from home-grown, cheap, renewable power. That goal comes with challenges – gearing up investment into the supply chain, reforming markets to make them more resilient and sustainable, managing soaring global commodity prices, scaling up floating offshore wind – and all at a time when the countries around the world are also choosing to ramp up their own offshore ambitions. The show demonstrated what the sector does best; collaborating and innovating so that, together, it can solve the challenges ahead and deliver a renewable energy future.

Highlights for 2022 included: New Supply Chain Studio, Innovation Theatre by Vestas, Energy Transition Zone by ScottishPower Renewables, Partnerships Hub by Siemens Gamesa, Ground-breaking conference with 200 speakers, EnergyPulse GOW insights bulletin and demos, Buzzing exhibition with 170 companies, Networking opportunities with 4,000 attendees from

40+ countries, and tours to the SGRE blade factory and GE grid factory.

Global Offshore Wind 2023 switches to London’s ExCeL from 14-15 June 2023. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order: Atlantas Marine & Skanwear. Further details can be found on this page.

https://events.renewableuk.com/gow22

cheaper showers. And, it’s powered by water flow, so there is no need for batteries or an external power supply.

We estimate that a family of four could save an estimated £75 each month with help from the ShowerBoB AQOS, covering

the £35.00 cost in less than two weeks*.

So, stop pouring money down the drain when you shower, and do your bit for the environment too.

Buy your AQOS directly from ShowerBoB, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of waterefficiency products: www.showerbob.co.uk

*Based on UK average 8 minute shower time, gas-heated October 2022 price cap, with a water meter. Retail price listed – trade prices available on request.

Arc & flame resistant workwear

Skanwear company supplies the Arc & Flame Protective Clothing specialist range, saving lives globally through inhouse brand STRATA® Protection. The company provides globally compliant and globally certified solutions to cater for the needs of the electric, wind and offshore energy sectors.

Established in 1989, this cuttingedge company is one of the first to design, develop and distribute clothing aimed at female engineers (designed by ladies, for ladies). The full range is modern, stylish, functional and provides compliant solutions for electrical engineers around the world. Made with a lifetime guarantee, for customer safety assurance.

Skanwear recently showcased its latest innovations products at the

RUK Global Offshore Wind Expo in Manchester on the 21-22 June 2022.

Angus Long, Technical Sales Director, delivered his speaker presentation that focused on ‘Assessing, understanding and mitigating the electrical safety risks in wind’ at the Energy

Transition Zone.

Fully committed to textile upcycling, all textile products are recycled and processed into fibre blends for the car industry, leading the way forward for corporate environmental sustainability.

All STRATA® garments not only protect the wearer from potentially fatal hazards but can also handle the wear and tear while keeping you warm and dry. Skanwear are “#saving lives” every day with this full range of durable, professional, protected clothing.

To see the entire range, visit the website below: https://skanwear.com/collections/ strata

Quality underwater inspection products and services

Atlantas Marine was established in 2000 and has since become the UK’s only authorised sales and service distributor for both VideoRay and Ocean Modules vehicles. Its multi-industry experience enables Atlantas Marine to have worked with a diverse range of organisations including The Royal Navy, Shell and RWE Energy, where it offers a world class service using the highest quality equipment and specialist ROV operators. With a commitment to the environment, Atlantas Marine has a clear eco policy that aims to improve the company’s sustainability profile.

An Environmental Management System (EMS) is maintained in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14001 and all environmental issues are taken into consideration when producing the company’s aims and objectives. This ensures that legislation, codes of practice and significant sustainable requirements are complied with.

Due to a significant growth in business in recent years, Atlantas is moving into a brandnew, purpose-built building which is close to its existing base in Yeovil, Somerset. MD, Charlie Foll, said, “We are very excited about the new building. It offers a large storage area, a bigger workshop and office facilities, and the whole building will be powered and heated by solar panels, battery storage and air-source heat pumps. This significantly increases our environmental credentials.”

The company employ an openness of environmental activities with all stakeholders: employees, customers, suppliers and regulators. Not only do the company’s management review its environmental performances, it also provides continuous training and involves all employees in its environmental programs. This ensures that all staff members are highly trained and offer a unique service that assists repairs, carryout services and offers technical support with sustainability in mind.

The company continually reviews its on and offshore activities to ensure that environmental performances are both maintained and improved.

Atlantas Marine supplies

underwater inspection products and services and these ROVs carry out the inspections without the need for human divers.

This commitment to ‘Clarity at Depth’ can be carried out with the smallest ROV (VideoRay Pro5), which is barely larger than a shoe box yet it can carry a messenger wire through the monopile and back to a cableship, to assist during the turbine construction phase.

Its commitment to preventing pollution through training and education is embedded in the way Atlantas Marine does business meaning all its operations are done in the most efficient way possible to minimise and reduce emissions. The Atlantas Marine rental pool includes a wide range and choice of sonars, cameras and tooling and these products are not only built to suit each customer’s individual needs and requirements but also safeguards environmental standards.

Atlantas Marine also considers the environmental aspects of its suppliers and carriers. The policy ensures high environmental practices are regularly checked using monitoring systems. These establish realistic targets to achieve continual improvement and reduce

environmental impacts throughout the company. Emergency procedures are in place and are implemented should any accidental spillages occur. A commitment to environmental issues is also reflected in its re-use and recycling policy where its energy and waste are minimised, sending waste to landfill only as a last resort, and ensuring safe disposal of all waste when no viable alternative is available. In addition, the company strives to ensure a high standard of visual appearance is achieved on each site, creating a pleasant working environment.

As well as being a leading underwater inspection team, Atlantas Marine designs and manufactures its own innovative equipment that adheres to the company’s environmental policy. This commitment to safety, efficiency and sustainability reflects the aims and objectives of the company’s policy. Overcoming major challenges is a top priority at Atlantas Marine and its commitment to sustainability is leading the way in its vision to create a safer, cleaner, more efficient service with environmental benefits in mind.

T +44 (0)1935 426000 info@atlantasmarine.com www.atlantasmarine.com

TM44 Air Conditioning Inspection Specialists UK Wide

Cubic Apple are a fully accredited TM44 Air Conditioning Inspection Specialist Company, with operational projects throughout the UK. They also undertake commercial EPCs and DECs, along with Legionella & Fire Safety Risk Assessments throughout the year.

Based in Atherstone Warwickshire, Cubic Apple was founded in 2010 by Brian Henney, and Lee Clements, who in 2016 setup the Commercial EPC Division. In later years the company moved into Water Risk (Legionella) and Fire Safety Risk Assessments, that fitted well alongside the services provided. Emphasis is and always has been focused on servicing the needs of industry and commerce,

Cubic Apple has successfully bred confidence through its professionalism and the quality of service that it delivers.

The company has a commitment to sustainability by increasing energy efficiency, and this is evident in its (TM44 ACEA) Air Conditioning Energy Assessment programme throughout the UK. Along with producing (NDEPC) Non Domestic Energy Performance Certificates, were required on sale, lease, and re-lease properties, adding a (DEC)

Tackling mould

Display Energy Certificates service where required.

Cubic Apple has an impressive client base, composed of both small and multi-national UK, European and Worldwide organisations covering the full building spectrum from large portfolios to private sellers. Working with a national network of surveyors, assessors, consultants and engineers, Cubic Apple always provides a professional, unbeatable quality of service when new and low cost energy-saving measures are identified and implemented.

T 01827 713870 accounts@cubicapple.co.uk www.cubicapple.co.uk

Good indoor air quality continues to be essential for our well-being. Ineffective ventilation contributes to mould growth; dank, musty smells; condensation on windows and walls; and a general deterioration of the fabric of the building. It is known that mould growth is a particular health hazard. An increase in the incidence of house dust mites – leading to allergy problems and poor respiratory health – is another consequence of inadequate ventilation. Thus, mechanical ventilation is even more of a necessity for the 21st Century home. A well-thought out, professionally designed, efficient, quiet and

economic ventilation system is vital. Vectaire’s whole house heat recovery products are aimed at controlling all the above problems. They can be installed in all types of dwellings, and are designed to ensure that ventilation is always delivered at the optimum (and most economic and energy efficient rate) for the comfort of residents. They provide continuous ventilation by extracting pollutants and humidity and maintain a constant intake of fresh, filtered air while meeting the latest requirements for energy efficiency, environmental friendliness and economy.

Vectaire has both vertical and

horizontal MVHRs within its range. They are all low energy products with EC motors and are manufactured using the latest technologies to ensure optimum ventilation, Contact

T 01494 522333 F 01494 522337 sales@vectaire.co.uk www.vectaire.co.uk

Classifieds

Industry Excellence

Innovative company goes electric, helping solve mounting global waste problem

As we continue to showcase companies who are leading the field in their industry, we are proud in this issue of Sustainability

Today to have selected Terex Ecotec as the recipient of our Industry Excellence Award.

As global waste continues to increase exponentially, with a projected increase of 70% over the next 30 years, Terex Ecotec is at the forefront of “Making Waste Work.” The company states “recycling is our DNA” and offers a complete mobile recycling solution supporting a circular economy by reducing waste to landfill, turning waste into greener fuels, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

2023 marks the 10th Anniversary of Terex Ecotec, a recognised innovative industry powerhouse in the design and manufacture of mobile recycling equipment. An exceptional, extensive industrial product portfolio includes slow, medium and high-speed shredders, trommel and recycling screens, waste handlers, metal separator and conveyors. All the machines are robust and user-friendly, with meticulous attention given to throughput, efficiency and serviceability. Terex Ecotec provides equipment for recycling, biomass and waste processing industries. Applications include waste wood/biomass, green waste, construction and demolition waste, commercial and industrial waste and municipal solid waste.

Gemma McKay, Marketing Manager for Terex Ecotec, added, “We have realised our ambition to be an industry leader in the recycling market. The best is yet to come!”

Terex Ecotec was established in 2013, as part of the wider Terex Materials Processing Group. Terex is branched into duo business divisions: Terex Aerials Works Platforms (home of the Genie brand) and Terex Materials Processing (MP). Terex MP has a distinguishable business portfolio supplying equipment to the minerals processing, environmental, concrete, material handling and lifting industries. Terex MP is a truly global group with manufacturing provisions and offices across

four continents: North America, Europe, Asia and Australia and a dedicated customer sales and distribution network covering 130 countries.

Throughout its 10 years in business Terex Ecotec has established a global presence and today has over 45 distribution partners around the world, with the number set to continue to rise.

Expanding recently into Norway, Agder Anleggsenter AS is now the official distribution partner for the Terex Ecotec’s full range of mobile recycling equipment.

Richard Lavery, Terex Ecotec’s regional sales manager for Norway, said, “We are delighted to welcome Agder Angleggsenter AS into our dealer network and to represent our class leading recycling equipment in Norway. Agder Angleggsenter AS are one of the few companies in Norway to offer strategic sales, parts and support locations that span the length of the country. The addition of an experienced sales and servicing team will elevate our success in this region. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Agder Angleggsenter AS and expanding the presence of Terex Ecotec in Norway’s growing recycling market.”

This year has also seen additional welcomed partnerships with distributors Impianti Industriali Srl and WR57 in Northern and Central Italy. These distributors will offer Terex Ecotec’s full, comprehensive range of recycling equipment, spare parts and servicing.

Terex Ecotec’s regional sales manager, Thomas Coulter, said, “We see fantastic growth potential for Terex Ecotec in Italy, proven by the recent signings of Impianti and WR57. Both companies match our requirements of having strong industry experience along with a skilled and dedicated team of people committed to service and product support. We welcome them to the Terex Ecotec family.”

Terex Ecotec is honoured to receive this award,

“We are absolutely delighted to have been awarded the Industry Excellence Award. It’s testament to our drive and ambition to design and manufacture truly unique machines which not only process traditional waste types but provide new solutions to the ever-changing world of material recycling.”

Terex Ecotec has had a cutting-edge manufacturing site in Campsie, Northern Ireland for the design and manufacturing of products since 2019. The facility was part of a huge £12m long-term investment by the company. The manufacturing of heavy equipment for waste management and recycling and conveyors is housed in this 105,000ft2 site. The site was expanded further in 2020 with the completion of a large capacity shed. The expanded 30,000ft2, with high lifting capabilities, manufacturers bulk material handling and product stockpiling equipment. In 2022, the final stage was completed with an additional 30,000ft2 shed. With a world class parts facility located in Dungannon, Northern Ireland offering automated storage and retrieval systems, barcode scanning and a full onsite inventory of parts, Terex Ecotec is ideally placed to further expand its winning portfolio.

Tony Devlin, Business Line Director for Terex Ecotec, elaborated further, “The investment of this size in a new facility will help us increase our foothold in the recycling and waste management sector and ensure that we continue to push boundaries in the global market. It is an exciting development for Terex Ecotec, and we look forward to the new facility playing an instrumental part of our growth and success.”

After a long hiatus following COVID-19, Terex Ecotec has started returning to trade shows in Europe and the UK, firstly IFAT: the world’s leading trade fair for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management in Munich, Germany. Presenting its products and innovations to the booming environmental industry the TBG 530T high speed shredder was without doubt the star of the show.

Secondly, Terex Ecotec gave a live demonstration of the TWH 228 waste handler, through dealer Warwick Ward Machinery Ltd at this year’s RWM & Letsrecycle Live trade show. With an engine

output of 173HP, Ecotec’s TWH 228 is one of the top recycling models in the world. Designed for high load capacity and reach, with dual circuit hydraulics, this model performs precise, slewing rotations.

Terex Ecotec is a committed green company “Making Waste Work” and strives to produce robust, ergonomic, environmental products. Moving away from fossil fuels, the majority of the Ecotec product range is available in an electric variant, offering the customer all the benefits of the Ecotec product combined with the additional benefits of the electric drive namely reduced noise, emissions and maintenance.

New product development is integral to business development which is evident with the eagerly awaited TBG 530T high speed shredder launched earlier this year and the new Phoenix 2100T tracked trommel screen coming in early 2023. The latest development and the smallest shredder to date is the TDS 815 compact shredder, with the prototype currently undergoing rigorous testing in the field before launch next year.

Terex Ecotec employs an aggressive research and development philosophy, constantly designing innovative new products, driving towards a circular economy. Inhouse engineering experts are constantly monitoring the market and designing ingenious products to help customers in primary waste recycling, wood processing and composting industries.

With a dedicated global distribution network available to assist with complete solutions, including aftercare and service, Terex Ecotec is ready to assist with your enquiries today.

T +44 (0)28 7122 3110

marketingecotec@terex.com

www.terex.com/ecotec

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