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We make renewable energies competitive!

Spanner Re² GmbH is part of Spanner group, a strong and successful consortium of innovative, medium-sized companies.

Part of Spanner group Otto Spanner GmbH with headquarters in Bayerbach, Germany, has been a successful player in the metal working industry for many years: The company has been a stable medium-sized partner of major industry brands for more than 50 years. Long standing customers like BMW, Porsche or AEG have come to appreciate the company’s reliability and corporate philosophy based on trust and honesty.

In 2004, Otto Spanner GmbH founded the daughter company Spanner Re² GmbH. With this decision, the group aimed at achieving more independence from the automotive industry as well as opening up a new business field: The mission of Spanner Re² is the development and commercial exploitation of innovative, economically attractive regenerative power generation technologies.

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Heat and electricity generated from wood chip provides efficiencies for diverse business models Spanner Re2 are pioneering renewable energy experts and the leading global producer of Biomass CHP plants. By cleverly converting regionally available wood chips into electricity and heat, a variety of diverse UK business operations are benefiting from the many advantages of Biomass CHP. From agriculture and forestry, local or remote heating networks to green hotels and wellness estates. They

are all transforming their businesses with the UK’s most popular Biomass CHP. Since 2009, Re2 have produced over 600 units, with many having achieved over 50,000 running hours.

Two principle units are available, a 30kW electrical output producing 73kW of heat and a 45kW electrical output producing 108kW of heat.

There are many attractive cost

advantages of running a Re² Biomass CHP in the UK. The plant is fully approved by Ofgem and combinations of subsidies are available. The electricity qualifies for ROC’s (Renewable Obligation Certificates), the heat qualifies for RHI (Renewable Heat Incentive).

The Re2 Biomass CHP plant has an innovative and functional design that ensures unmatched ease of

Customer Story – Castleton Fruit Castleton Fruit were one of the first businesses in the UK to install a Re2 Biomass CHP on their farm located in Laurencekirk, Scotland. They are one of Scotland’s largest commercial soft fruit growers producing premium, high quality strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and cherries. The infrastructure required to operate such a successful large scale fruit farm is vast and requires a considerable amount of heat and electricity.

used by farm operations with a small percentage being exported to the grid.

Castleton Fruit were in need of a solution that met their ever increasing demand for heat and electricity while also lowering their annual energy costs.

They installed 2 Re² Biomass CHP units initially and were so impressed with the results they added a third soon after.

The heat produced by the Biomass CHP is used for all the farm buildings and the accommodation for their large workforce of 450 seasonal employees.

The electricity produced is mainly

“We are delighted with our 3 Re² Biomass CHP units and would highly recommend them for their reliability and efficiency. The scalability of deployment means the units are suitable for many different types of business models.”

Viorel Panait, Energy Manager, Castleton Fruit

The cost of electricity is significantly reduced and the demand for heat is now covered all year round. Castleton Fruit were particularly impressed with the unique automation and remote control feature of Re²’s Biomass CHPs making the operation of the units possible with a laptop or mobile device from any location where there is WiFi.

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use and superb access for servicing tasks. Thanks to its modular design, the plant is delivered within eight to twelve weeks upon placement of the order.

All customers receive expert installation, repair, and support services by a dedicated local Re2 team. These experienced experts ensure optimum plant efficiency and economy.

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Helapet unveil new products for 2017 Female Luer Lock Connectors | Tamper Evident IV Syringe Cap As part of our growing portfolio of sterile syringe caps and transfer devices, Helapet Ltd have today unveiled new sterile consumable products for 2017.

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Female Luer Lock Connectors for Luer Lock Syringes facilitate safe, contaminant-free transfer of fluids from a master syringe into smaller doses. Manufactured using latex-free and non-pyrogenic materials, our double ended Luer Lock Connectors can be securely applied to male luer lock syringes preventing the risk of leaking and possible contamination.

Technicians now have more control in the sterile preparation of syringes, with a choice of Luer Lock Connectors to suit individual application. The Female Luer Lock Connector has an ergonomic, rounded design with a spacious pathway to facilitate rapid and efficient transfer of fluids between syringes. Our unique Luer Lock Micro Channel Connector includes a narrow bore pathway for precise transfer of smaller doses, leaving minimal residual waste between syringes. Delivering valuable accuracy the Luer Lock Micro Channel Connector is perfect for paediatric medicines, small syringe sizes and high value medications.

Both Luer Lock Connectors are supplied individually blister packed making them deal for disinfection and non-touch application to the syringe.

Tamper Evident IV Syringe Caps for Luer Lock Syringes are a practical, cost-effective solution for the protection of syringes once they have left the sterile preparation area. An easy-to-use alternative to sticky tamper-evident tape or shrink wrap, Tamper Evident IV Syringe Caps maintain the product integrity of the syringe and allows clinical professionals to visually identify any evidence of tampering before administration.

Manufactured from latex-free materials, each cap can be applied to a luer lock syringe using the specially designed sterile tray packaging. Each sterile tray contains ten caps that are individually secured with a simple twist of the syringe, negating the risk touch contamination and enhancing aseptic technique. Simple and easy-to-use, Helapet’s new Tamper Evident IV Syringe Caps offer excellent value in maintaining drug safety.

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Contents

Industrial Excellence

Industrial Excellence..............................................................................................................2-3 Water Management News......................................................................................................... 4 Commitment to Excellence...................................................................................................... 5 Machinery & Events News......................................................................................................6-7 Test Chambers & Cleanroom Technology News.................................................................... 6 Facilities Management News.....................................................................................................7 Industrial Spotlight................................................................................................................... 8 Conveying Systems News.......................................................................................................... 9 Machining News........................................................................................................................10 Plasticases News......................................................................................................................10 Evacuation Products News...................................................................................................... 11 Warehousing News................................................................................................................... 12 Powder Coating News.............................................................................................................. 12 Power Presses News................................................................................................................ 13 Laser Cutting News.................................................................................................................. 13 Fasteners News......................................................................................................................... 13 Health & Safety News..............................................................................................................14 Materials Handling News........................................................................................................14 Water Treatment News............................................................................................................14 Sensors, Automation & Instrumentation News................................................................... 15 Transport News......................................................................................................................... 15 Ventilation News......................................................................................................................16 Facilities Management News.................................................................................................. 17 Valves News............................................................................................................................... 18 Cleaning & Hygiene News....................................................................................................... 19 Plastics & Air Pollution News................................................................................................ 20 Disinfectant Solutions News.................................................................................................. 21 Smart Access Solutions News................................................................................................ 22 Engineering News..................................................................................................................... 23 Industrial News...................................................................................................................24-25 Industrial Classifieds......................................................................................................... 26-27 Offshore & Marine Winches News......................................................................................... 28

Editor’s Comments Hello & Welcome to Issue 627 of Best Practice UK…

55 Years of Industry Excellence

Olson Electronics was founded in 1961 and has remained a family-run enterprise ever since. The professional designer and manufacturer of power distribution units (PDUs) – has been regarded as the number one choice for bespoke power solutions courtesy of its refined expertise and all-encompassing product portfolio.

Supplying both standard and customised products, Olson Electronics is a foremost manufacturer of mains distribution units, interconnecting cables and other such power distribution accessories. The industry innovators are in an enviable commercial position due to the fact that they can claim a number of product firsts and patented designs.

Ewa Pagano of Olson Electronics told us more about the company’s core strengths, “We are one of the remaining few British manufacturers and we pride ourselves on our in-house design and production capabilities,” she commented. “Our focus has always been on quality and reliability and we can provide a fast delivery service (generally next day on most items).

“Undertaking a lot of bespoke products to suit individual needs, we serve a variety of customers requiring additional power in the form of a PDU. Supplying to a number of sectors, specific applications include hospitals, laboratories, schools, universities, data centres, TV/broadcasting, offices, desking, IT/communications, audio visual and transport.”

Having recently celebrated its 55th anniversary, Olson Electronics has proven its longevity in the market as an established brand that has catered to thousands of customers across the globe. From its strategic placement close to the capital, in a centre occupying 27,000 sq ft of manufacturing space (incorporating assembly, metal and paint spraying facilities), the team can effectively export with ease and efficiency. With this equipment it is also possible for its personnel to oversee all processes whilst undertaking the necessary quality and electrical checks.

With its extensive distribution network and enriched knowledge of shipping and customs, the company can guarantee a dependable delivery service; packaging orders to customer’s individual specifications for collection as appropriate. This flexibility has enabled Olson Electronics to successfully complete works for many large organisations and office developments in London and high street stores.

All of the products available are ISO9001 accredited and TUV quality approved, having been engineered by an inhouse design team capable of fulfilling specific customer requests. In order to respond more swiftly to demanding

As with every edition, the team at Best Practice UK has been working extremely hard to bring you an issue that is full of innovative and exhilarating companies, and we believe that this could be the best issue yet!

We have searched the length and breadth of the UK to bring you some of the most ground-breaking innovations and this month we are overjoyed to be highlighting the activities of Biopharma Group and Leman Instruments.

Firstly, we would like to focus on the accomplishments of Biopharma Group. Due to their prominence in the industry; we have awarded them with the impressive ‘Industrial Excellence’ Award feature. To find out more, turn to page 3.

And secondly, we are featuring Leman Instruments with the ‘Commitment to Excellence’ feature following their impressive performance over the years.

For more information, turn to page 5.

I hope you enjoy reading this issue of Best Practice UK as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to you. Happy reading and we hope to see you for the next edition!

Kirsty Jo Quigley Editor For all advertising and sales enquiries, please contact Dave Priestley – Sales Manager 0121 711 2762 Published by Best Practice Midlands Ltd 0121 711 2761 Follow us: @best_pra_uk www.facebook.com/pages/Best-PracticeIndustry-UK/333514586751225

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project orders, the organisation holds spare stock and subsequently boasts a large quantity of finished product and base components.

In terms of recent developments, Olson Electronics is pleased to announce the release of its new USB charging units. Designed to complement their existing range, these additions are also aimed at the PDU market and were developed in line with customer feedback.

Following the popularity of USB adapators for smart phones, tablets and other portable devices, the company has added the option of twin USB sockets on some of its bestselling product ranges; trailing, sloping and suspended.

Please don’t hesitate to contact Olson Electronics at your convenience to find out more. The new website is due to be launched at the end of February and will enable customers to purchase products online.

Contact T +44 (0)20 8905 7273 sales@olson.co.uk www.olson.co.uk

Industrial Excellence

Providing Specialised Laboratory Solutions Biopharma Group is made up of several divisions i.e.

Biopharma Process Systems (BPS) – Equipment Sales & Service, Biopharma Technologies Ltd (BTL) – Consultancy and Lab Services and Biopharma Technologies France (BTF) who specifically cater to our French-speaking client base to offer combined elements from equipment sales and service with the expertise of the consultancy division.

We also have a division in the USA, Biopharma Technology LLC, which is focused on providing analytical instruments and consultancy/lab services for those using freeze drying technologies.

2017 also sees the establishment of BPS Crowthorne in Ireland offering a unique combination of specialisms from Biopharma Group and Crowthorne Hi-Tec Services, who are experts in clean room/clean air and containment facilities servicing and validation.

Equipment Sales and Service Division: Established in 1989, Biopharma is a leading supplier of equipment to pharmaceutical, biotech and process industries in the UK, Ireland and France, with a specialisation in freeze drying, solvent removal/ evaporation (Genevac), high pressure homogenisation technologies and the related equipment such as Sepiatec preparative chromatography solutions, powder fillers, vial washers etc.

Biopharma is proud not to be a catalogue company and our aim is to provide you with equipment and/or services

that best meet your process requirements and to remain on-hand to provide advice and assistance. The key to our success is many combined years of experience in the processing industries and our in-depth knowledge of the equipment we supply. We have an experienced technical

service/maintenance department and strong links with our suppliers that enable us to support you throughout the life of your equipment. Additionally, our on-site freeze drying laboratory offers a range of services in product and process development.

Independent Consultancy Division: R&D and analysis services, training courses The consultancy division was established in 1997 to provide independent contract research, analysis, process reviews, product and cycle development services, training and analytical instrumentation to the global biopharmaceutical and related industries. We have decades of experience in the application of all aspects of freeze drying technology and have successfully processed in excess of 1,000 substances on behalf of clients.

Together with our knowledge of pilot-scale and industrial freeze-dryers, we offer a uniquely comprehensive service and training courses (standard or bespoke/customized on-site or webinar) covering all aspects of freeze drying technology from pre-formulation through to full-scale production and dried product analysis.

We aim to meet the precise needs of our customers’ projects, and will agree a work programme and a

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budget that is appropriate to the size and stage of your project. We are happy to run a single cycle or individual analysis for our clients, or agree a complete formulation development programme with you. Our philosophy is to augment your in-house expertise and work with you to make your project a success.

Biopharma Group is committed to providing a world-class service to our customers. We seek to ensure all our practices are controlled, safe and reliable for staff, customers and the products we handle. Therefore we have adopted a Quality Management System that ensures our laboratory, documentation and health and safety practices are of the highest standard ensuring compliance with ISO 9001.

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Commitment to Excellence

Large enough to deliver…small enough to care Parkers Food Machinery Plus (PFM) is a specialist supplier based in Bognor Regis with over 12 years of industry experience. The wholesale food machinery company was set up by husband and wife team Barry and Carol Parker and has gone from strength to strength ever since, progressing rapidly to secure itself a solid reputation as a recognisable distributor servicing many customers within the food and beverage industry.

The family-managed organisation focuses on the provision of high quality packaging, labelling, machinery, sundry and clothing solutions suitable for a number of clients. It operates by means of a dedicated distributor network, which runs on a nationwide scale, and equipment is supplied through sole agency agreements. Customers can make the most of a concentrated aftercare support system as well as the necessary import services, and companies of any size can rest assured that they will have access to the right machinery, sundries and spare parts for their specific application.

“We are a forward thinking company with a range of quality products that span across the board,” Barry said.

“We pride ourselves

material in accordance with FDA and EU regulations. These PFM branded food safe components, which come in various sizes at reasonable rates, are popular with high street butchers, catering butchers, meat wholesalers,

abattoirs, kitchens, cheese manufactures and vegetable packers.

The PFM Plus team has many competencies when it comes to labelling and is proud to offer their customers a speedy and dependable design and print service. They can also take orders for thermal and none thermal scale labels in any quantity, and as the products come in varying shapes and sizes, all machine types can be accommodated.

Butchers’ sundries are available for purchase in the form of butchers vacuum pouch bags, sausage casings, rusk, sausage seasonings, professional knifes, dried herbs & spices, butchers twine, poly trays, bags and cleaning products developed to the highest possible standards.

The clothing selection, meanwhile, comprises different types of safety shoes, coats, hair nets and gloves and so is a great offering that has been extensively appreciated by many professionals working within the food production sector.

on bringing a personal service, as illustrated by our motto, ‘Large enough to deliver… small enough to care’. Our dedicated support team is happy to deal with enquiries, as we are committed to providing excellent services and on-going aftercare.”

The distributor stocks new and pre-owned food processing machinery such as vacuum packers, weigh scale labellers & automatic wrappers, sausage power fillers & mixers, slicers & bandsaws and ovens. The company also holds the impressive status as one of the largest providers of vacuum packers in the country and is a leading UK importer and agent for New Diamond Vacuum Packers, Manconi & DEKO Slicers, Ishida Weighing Scales and Dadaux Meat Processing Machinery.

Interested in finding out more about one of these cost-effective solutions?

Contact PFM Plus at your earliest convenience to find out how you can save money and optimise processes at your site with the company’s specialised products and services.

Contact T +44 (0)844 980 2428 sales@pfmplus.co.uk www.pfmplus.co.uk

The packaging side of the business encompasses an array of internal and external vacuum pouches that have been developed using the finest PA/PE

The Best Labs choose Leman Instruments Best Practice UK is extremely pleased to present Leman Instruments with its richly deserved Commitment to Excellence Award.

Three decades of experience in the field of high technology Gas Generators has enabled the forward thinking company to specialise in the creation, development, production and marketing of components modules of scientific equipment involved in the analysis of solids, liquids and gases. Renowned for their high performance products and unrivalled customer services, Leman has a costeffective approach and offers advanced technology which is used in laboratories, air quality monitoring and more.

product portfolio and the advantages of becoming involved with Leman Instruments then please don’t delay in getting in touch with the group today. Contactable by phone or email, the informed representatives will be more than happy to assist you should you have any questions.

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The highly innovative and well established company has recently introduced a new line of products for 2017. This high class collection of high tech gas generators for analytics, consists of the complementary solution – H2-N2 STATION, the new breed of generator – OXYSTATION, the new evolution – NITRO18LCMS, the compact design for big needs – GCSTATION XL LC and the evidence of the expertise for the most exigents including the GC STATION ULTRA, FID STATION ULTRA, H2-N2 STATION ULTRA and NITROSTATION ULTRA. This superior organisation was set up in 2012 in Archamps Technopole in France. The team has over thirty years of business practise which goes into Leman, making it one of the most reliable and trustworthy figures in the industry.

Their wide range of products and services from various modules in different designs all have an involvement with high purity Hydrogen (H2), Nitrogen (N2) and Zero Air. In addition, they also include combined solutions for FIDs, GCs, purge Air generations, CH4 & CO2

scrubbers, N2 and multi gas for LCMS. Their products also feature the possibility of AK protocol integration.

Leman’s products can also be seamlessly controlled using a touch panel or iPad due to the innovative Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM), Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA) and Catalysis), in addition to being simple to install.

If you are interested in finding out more about this impressive

Non-Destructive Testing Here at Best Practice we delighted to present Euroteck Systems UK Ltd with our coveted Commitment to Excellence award.

we can physically support. We invest time, effort and money in training our employees to get in depth knowledge on the equipment we sell and all of our Service Engineers have done specialist OEM training courses.”

Located centrally in the Midlands, the privately owned business was set up in 2000 and has since progressed significantly to become one of the most prominent and recognisable suppliers of Non Destructive Testing (NDT) equipment in the UK. From its strategically located facility in Tamworth the team can ably facilitate the needs of customers across the country and throughout Ireland, and do so with their impressively comprehensive range of products and services.

The equipment available comes in the form of high performance X-Ray systems, computed and digital radiographic equipment, Real Time radiography, microfocus X-Ray systems, Computed Tomography,

Euroteck’s workforce specialises in system integration (bespoke equipment manufacture) for the inspection of ferrous and non-ferrous parts, electrical assemblies, automotive components and composite materials. A large selection of stock is held (for those seeking spares for the purpose of exchanging defective parts and resolving emergency breakdown issues) at its factory facility in Staffordshire, which also features a customer demo area and dedicated repair workshop.

Magnetic Particle & Dye Penetrant inspection systems, portable X-Ray equipment and X-Ray film processors. As exclusive UK distributors for Bosello, Dürr NDT, Teledyne ICM, X-RayWorx, Magnaflux Tiede MPI and Penetrant equipment & consumables, the company is proud to offer systems from many reputable brands.

Contract services and maintenance processes can be provided for most NDT products, and equipment hire and refurbishment is a possibility for those requiring further support, as Ian concluded, “We diagnose

Ian Winstanley, Sales Director at Euroteck, was keen to tell us more about the advantages of using NDT technology: “One method of testing parts involves testing it to destruction, while this might prove a part was fit for purpose, it doesn’t leave you with a useable part,” he explained. “We, on the other hand, incorporate methods that look at the materials integral properties without causing any damage to it, hence Non-Destructive Testing.”

“NDT is usually a requirement because companies need to validate parts before they are used; essentially ensuring they meet the necessary specifications. It is therefore important for us to only sell products that

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problems and stand out in the industry for the level of aftersales care that we provide. We deal with problems quickly because we understand that without testing there is no product release to the end user, which will in turn affect our customers overall operation.”

“Going forward our aim is to grow organically; increasing our turnover and employing more staff to cope with the demand. The long term goal is to become the number one in our field of expertise and specialism, as we want to be considered the go-to company for those looking to replace or repair their NDT/X-Ray equipment.”

Euroteck is an ISO accredited organisation that has delivered solutions to customers across the whole spectrum (from aerospace, automotive and defence organisations to engineering companies, art galleries and museums). To find out how you can personally benefit from employing NDT, please contact the team today.

T +44 (0)1827 312455 sales@euroteck.co.uk www.euroteck.co.uk

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Machinery & Events News

Busy Year for World Leader Unisig

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Unisig is a world leading producer of deep hole drilling machines. They supply to both big brand OEMs, seeking to drill millions of holes, to small independent job shops just looking to expand their services.

All areas of the deep hole drilling system are on offer, from machines to tools to automation. Their machines can be installed and supported anywhere in the world, including the Americas, Europe, Asia and more. In addition they provide technical expertise, training and remote or on-site service to their customers.

Unisig have multiple upcoming events, including the Precision Machining Technology Show, the only show in North America dedicated to the Precision Machining Industry. The show will play host to over 280 exhibitors displaying equipment, products and services to over 6000 attendees. Taking place in Ohio, between 25th-27th April, the show will feature highlights from brands such as Hainbuch America, SPC Innovations, Inc., Tsugami/Rem Sales and more. The show has been growing year upon year, and this year had numerous more exhibitor space added, making it bigger than ever.

The second event is the AMBA 2017 Annual Conference commencing May 10th and 12th.

This conference aims to “Commit to the Challenge� and will see hundreds of top mold manufacturers gathering in Cleveland to discuss and debate best practise regarding profitability, networking and improving operations to impact bottom-line profits.

This two day event will encourage attendees to reflect on their leadership traits, get to grips with their strengths and explore how

to better impact their companies and staff.

There will be motivational keynote speeches aimed at getting attendees to improve upon their performances and lead their company in the right direction. Over 200 professionals are expected to attend the event, packed with numerous presentations and unprecedented networking chances.

Another highly anticipated events is Amerimold, another event for mold manufacturers. First introduced in 1999, this annual trade show, with an average attendance of 2750 visitors, will tackle business development, best practise and offer unmissable networking chances. In attendance will be equipment suppliers, service providers and tool and mold makers.

Lastly, there is EMO Hanover 2017 to look forward to, whose main aim of the industry famous tour is to garner more global media interest during the event. It will take place over the course of two days, running from the 21st to 22nd June 2017, and is the world's biggest trade fair for metalwork. In addition, it is the most international gathering for those in the metalwork industry, attracting attendees from all corners of the globe.

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Deep Hole Drilling Machines, Gun Drilling Machines, Skiving Machines, Durable Tooling, Automation & Engineering

UNISIG deep hole drilling systems consist of machines, durable tooling, and automation, and are designed to meet the highest performance standards possible. Products are engineered and manufactured in the USA using metric hardware, and include the integration of premium components such as FAG, INA, Parker, Rexroth, Rohm, Schunk, SKF, Wittenstein alpha and ZF. Products are designed following all applicable ISO, DIN and IEC standards, and are exported worldwide.

UNISIG deep hole drilling machines are proven with industry leading manufacturers in all regions of the world. UNISIG is chosen for the ability to consistently meet vital demands of tolerance.

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Events News

EA Technology Ltd: CABLEx 2017 event EA Technology Ltd, a specialist provider of technical solutions to the electricity sector, are proud to announce the hosting of the UK’s only major Power Cable Exhibition and Conference, CABLEx 2017 on the 7th June at the Chester Racecourse venue.

Together with numerous exhibits, CABLEx 2017 will showcase a series of 8 seminar sessions, which will provide educational input on subjects ranging from, cable condition assessment, Cable Jointing/Link boxes, Civil Works, Health and Safety Legislation and cable alarm systems.

Following the overwhelming success of our OHLEx2016: Overhead Lines Exhibition last year, we have designed this event to provide a forum for debate and learning of existing and potential new innovations within the Power Cables industry and the impacts on the UK Electrical Network sector.

The event will commence on the 6th June with a ‘mix and mingle’ evening BBQ which last year attracted over 300 industry experts.

The exhibition itself is expected to attract over 90 exhibitors in a freshly designed layout providing both Operational and

EA Technology’s Anne McIntosh, Director of HV5-9s commented, “We have seen a major interest in the area of Power Cable advancements and are delighted at the industry’s response and engagement in our event. We feel it is important to listen to the market and understand potential developments. And that’s exactly what this event will achieve.”

Health and Safety perspectives, and a registered attendance in excess of 700. This can be seen as a significant event that satisfies a clear industry need for a platform to voice and share ideas within the Power Cable community.

To attend or exhibit, please contact us on: Cablex2017@eatechnology.com, telephone: +44 (0)151 347 2220 or visit our website: https://www.eatechnology.com/cablex2017

Facilities Management News

John Norris to add further shine to TC Specialist Services John Norris (pictured) has been appointed the Divisional Director for TC Specialist Services, part of TC Facilities Management (TCFM). The appointment will see him take the lead in consolidating and growing the division at TC Specialist Services beyond the already established sectors the division is successful in.

John, as well as being NEBOSH qualified, comes to TCFM with a wealth of experience in managing and growing customer relationships. In his most recent role he developed the sector he was responsible for in to a multimillion-pound division. He believes this was achieved through his commitment and passion for understanding the customer’s unmet needs and delivering through cost-effective, yet innovative solutions.

John’s appointment will see him now focus on client relations and retention along with growing the portfolio of business for the division. Alongside this, John will be working with his team to develop even better ways of working, utilising the innovative technology that the business has invested in, over the last 12 months and since its acquisition in 2014. He believes these will result in achieving greater visibility to existing and prospective clients as a supplier who understands a client’s needs and works with them as a responsive and proactive partner.

Richard Chappell, CEO, TCFM said, “John has joined the senior team at TCFM to strengthen the leadership of TC Specialist Services, as the division grows as part of our ongoing success at TCFM. His passion and creativity in maintaining and growing customer relationships along with winning new business leaves me in no doubt that there are exciting times ahead for our TC Specialist Services division.”

Contact T +44 (0)1737 814016 info@tcfm.co.uk www.tcfm.co.uk

TC Facilities Management (TCFM) secure cleaning contract with Whole Foods Market TC Facilities Management (TCFM) is now playing a part in helping Whole Foods Market satisfy, delight and nourish their customers.

The contract being delivered by a team from TCFM started on Monday 30th January 2017 and is providing cleaning services to the 8 Whole Foods Market stores within England.

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The team from TCFM, led by Cosmin Tecuta, TCFM Divisional Director, will ensure that the impeccable standards that TCFM have become known for in other Retail settings will be replicated. This, in turn, will enable Whole Foods Market to meet or exceed customer expectations on every shopping trip, which is one of its core values.

Clients in this sector include a range of food retailers.

Coupled with this was the design of a bespoke solution, based on the Whole Foods Market’s core values that form the backbone of the company’s culture and how they aspire to do business every day.

Having been able to demonstrate the ability to be an invaluable member of the team in other cleaning and FM contracts within a variety of sectors, the contract was awarded based on TCFM’s proven track record within the Retail sector.

Feel free to Connect with Cosmin to arrange an informal chat about how he and his team can bring the added value you are looking for to your facility.

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The contract sees the use of tried-and-tested equipment by TCFM that they know will deliver the quality and consistent standards that Whole Foods Market is looking for.

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Industrial Spotlight

Spotlight on Spanner Re²

Spanner Re² GMBH is specialises in creating innovative regenerative power generation technologies. The company was originally created as the daughter company to the Spanner Group, one of the world's leading metal working companies, based in Bayerbach, Germany. The headquarters for Spanner Re² are located in Neufahrn/ Landshut, where they currently employ fifty-six employees.

Using local wood resources, Spanner Re² uses its cutting-edge wood cogeneration plant to produce combined heat and electricity power at the same time. For users, this gives them considerable financial advantages as they now have a more efficient option for power provision than traditional means allow, meaning more flexibility in their operations.

The cogeneration system works by a process called wood gasification, which efficiently converts wood chips into biomass electricity and heat. Using this system, the plant can generate an impressive 30-45kg/h. It can be used in everything from hotels and restaurants to less commercial sectors such as forestry and heat grids. The wood cogeneration plant, a marvel of innovation, has recently been commissioned for the first time

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outside of Germany and can now be found in Italy, Austria and Slovakia.

Some more of their products include pellet and wood chip heating systems, tiled stove insets and wood furnaces, which are all made at their modern production halls.

Thanks to their highly inventive power solutions, Spanner Re² has built up a reputation over the past twelve years as one of the most reliable companies in the industry. Some of their clients include Buderus, Brunner, KWB and Wolf, among other leading heating system manufacturers.

Furthermore, they have also been praised for their ethical and socially conscious approach to business. Striving to contribute as much as possible to the environment, Spanner Re² develops environmentally friendly plants, uses only renewable resources and engages in sustainable projects such as LifeCO2, a project which aids reforestation in Uganda and has already resulted in 50 ha of new forest growth.

T 0049 877370798164 0049 1759915700 www.holz-kraft.de/en

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Conveying Systems News

Vacuum Pumps, Systems & Solutions

Clean and hygienic food processing and packaging gains importance as industry is targeting the increase of shelf-life of food products. In view of the globalisation of food supply chains, this represents an important factor in profitability as well as modern lifestyle.

Vacuum technology is involved in the relevant processes from the very beginning of the production cycle for foods. Once food material arrives at the processing facility, vacuum conveying systems by Leybold can be used to transport and move food products and ingredients to where they are needed, or indeed to disposal points. Needless to say, these systems must be energy efficient and easy to maintain.

Vacuum conveying systems help sort food and facilitate the removal of specified risk materials (SRM), skins and other abattoir by-products, which maintains the hygienic standards of the product. A space-saving system solution that frees up space in the production area and improves hygiene conditions goes far in enhancing plant safety and labour health protection.

An initial capital investment into such a system can be recuperated quickly as production levels increase thanks to a fully-automated and self-cleaning system.

Cost-effectiveness is further improved by the fact that reductions in human labour can be realised. Central vacuum systems with a centralised pumping room provide a significant energy consumption reduction.

By having pumps connected together on a vacuum network, the customer can reduce the installed power by as much as 20-30%. This is explained by the fact that on such a system, pumps can work in hidden time and build in vacuum in the buffer reservoir for the next cycle, whereas in the case of pumps individually installed on machines, there is only a limited time where it has some effective use.

Call: +44 (0)1372 737310 to discuss your requirements with Leybold UK – your full line service provider from design to installation.

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Machining News Precision Engineers based in Bedford carried out efficiently (and in alignment with individual customer specifications).

The team, who relish a challenge and have experienced success whilst operating in a highly competitive market, are well practiced in delivering the following services: CNC milling, CNC & manual turning, grinding, surface & cylindrical, shot blasting, MIG welding, assembly and R&D.

Manton Engineering Ltd is a long-serving company that has remained a specialist of CNC turning, CNC milling and grinding services ever since its establishment in 1965.

Competent in working with a range of materials – cast iron, steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, bronze, aluminium and plastic included – the Bedford-based business is a recognised sub-contract precision engineering professional that has built itself an impressively vast customer base over the decades.

Facilitating the needs of clients working within the aerospace, gas turbine, packaging, vintage cars and underground drilling arenas, Manton Engineering incorporates the most up-to-date technology available to ensure all design and development activities are

The ISO 9001 2015 accredited company holds customer confidentiality in high regard and ensures to form strong-knit partnerships whilst placing a particular emphasis on quality.

Operating ethically, the group use fully certified material that is traceable, and pride themselves on their exceptional level of customer service and on-time delivery guarantee.

Manton Engineering finds it important to apply these traditional values whilst keeping pace with industry advancements. Its aim is to continually invest in equipment that will make them a favourable service provider and this is exemplified with the recent acquisition of an XYZ Proturn SLX 555 Lathe, a product that will optimise the company’s efficiency.

T +44 (0)1234 345554 sales@mantonengineering.co.uk www.mantonengineering.co.uk

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Gard… A case for changing your packaging Gard Plasticases Ltd was founded in 1972 by Graham Tickle and has since gone from strength to strength to become one of the foremost packaging manufacturers and suppliers in the UK. The family owned organisation, which operates from its purpose-built factory premises in Kent, is recognised for its competencies in plastic case technology.

Boasting over four decades of industry experience, the business is considered a one-stop-shop efficiently servicing the needs of clients working across the following sectors: aerospace, military & defence, medical, promotional & incentives, broadcasting, sports & leisure, metrology, control & instrumentation, photography and automotive.

identity, vac forming & routing and the provision of multipurpose and density foam inserts (from plastazotes to polyesters).

The privately owned company can conduct free design and sampling activities and offers a consultative service whereby a trusted representative visits potential customers onsite to discuss specifications on a personalised, one-to-one basis.

T +44 (0)1622 871887 info@gardplasticases.com www.gardplasticases.com

Gard Plasticases’ range of storage solutions includes executive cases (briefcases), flight cases, polypropylene boxes, compartmentalized plastic boxes petri dishes, carrying cases and of course, plastic cases. The impressive selection comprises the Gard Concept Range, the Gaggione plastic case range, the W.AG plastic case range, the Protective (Storm) case range with foam inserts, the DeeBee range and Bock & Crystal boxes.

The team are proud to provide clients with everything they require in regards to their specific packaging applications and are well placed to fulfil all requests with their all-encompassing service offering. Their specialisms extend to silk screen printing facilities for corporate branding and

A sub contract precision engineering company offering CNC Turning, CNC Milling and Grinding on a variety of materials, including steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, bronze, aluminium and plastics.

Established in 1965 the company has survived in a very competitive market by continuing to invest in the latest technology, serving customers from a wide range of industry, including aerospace, gas turbine, packaging, vintage cars and underground drilling.

Our very experienced workforce enjoy a challenge, particularly in design and development work.

We maintain confidentiality as between ourselves and clients, particularly with regard to their design and customer base.

We ensure all material used in manufacture is certified and traceable.

Our aim is to provide a good service, with particular emphasis on quality.

Please visit: www.mantonengineering.co.uk Telephone: 01234 345554 | sales@mantonengineering.co.uk

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Welding News

The clever way to weld Buy professional welding supplies from the World’s top manufacturers or browse the largest welding rental centre in the Benelux region with the Welding Company.

Using a thought-through concept to offer a fast and efficient service, the dedicated company take sole responsibility for installation, maintenance and repair of their machines and accessories, both hired and sold.

Highly experienced and fully trained professionals who have maintained a large fleet of hire machines continuously for 40 years, attend your site to directly solve any problem that may have occurred. A team of representatives and engineers are also on hand to provide you with sound technical advice.

The Welding Company’s sole mission is to satisfy the client. Striving to keep their eye on the ball, the business aims to provide you with a hire machine or replacement the very same day. When

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a customer rents a device, they can also contact the company for further equipment of their facility, such as lighting, distribution boxes, extension cords, generators and tools, to name but a few.

If a customer buys or hires an appliance, they can order all the required supplies at the same time, e.g. electrodes, welding wire, powder for submerged welding, tungsten electrodes, gloves, underlay strips, welding goggles, welding helmets, and so much more.

For more information, contact Welding Company on: T 0032 38808180 info@weldingcompany.be www.weldingcompany.be/en

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Warehousing News

Powder Coating News

Thermaset – A Leading Powder Coating Specialist Touchpath adds Microsoft NAV and GP ERP Systems to its WMS-ERP Integration Staffordshire-based Thermaset Limited is the one of the UK’s leading powder coating specialists and a Qualicoat approved manufacturer, which means it adheres to strict architectural standards.

The company has been creating powder coating for more than 30 years -formulating, manufacturing and supplying products to a wide range of customers; and supplies powder coatings direct through a combination of routes to market comprising telephone orders, email and via its online shop.

International supply chain solutions provider TouchPath (www.touchpath.com) is increasing the power of its ‘TouchWMS’ warehouse management solution by adding Microsoft Dynamics NAV and GP to its WMS-ERP integration portfolio. TouchWMS software now integrates with six ERP systems: M3, SAP, BPCS and MAPICS plus Microsoft Dynamics, its latest addition.

“The key business benefit of our WMS-ERP integration is the ability to post transactions back from the warehouse to the ERP system, in real-time. As a result the ERP system is always working on current data when it performs its planning functions.” says TouchPath International CEO, David Myers.

TouchWMS can run stand-alone or integrated with a number of mainstream ERP and other supply chain and legacy systems. It is translated into 11 languages and has the functionality to support the full range of warehouse processes. “You set the rules and we build your WMS around them – one that fits your needs and conforms to your business.” says David Myers.

TouchPath uses smart, flexible modules that can be bolted together in almost any combination to deliver a customized solution at an off-the-shelf price, using systems technology that captures more supply chain information for better business performance and faster ROI, according to the company.

TouchPath has operations in the UK (Halifax HX1 5ER) and the USA (High Point, NC 27265) and is actively seeking partners in Asia.

T +44 (0)1422 399530 www.touchpath.com

Howard Tenens Manchester Warehouse nears completion Howard Tenens newest warehouse, extending to 175,000ft² and situated on the Stakehill Industrial Estate in Middleton has undergone an extensive refurbishment over the past few months into a modern, high spec, premium warehouse. The first phase of some 155,000 sq ft is immediately available with a further 20,000 sq ft due to be completed in Q2.

Comprising a site of some 10 acres and a building with 10 metre eaves the facility benefits from a significant yard area and outside storage space. The warehouse has been completely refurbished with new roof and elevations, new floor, 19 tail lift dock levellers, new offices and also benefits from 24 hour security and CCTV. Howard Tenens Property Director, Simon Emms comments “This acquisition represents an exciting addition to our group property portfolio, particularly as it continues our expansion into the North West. The Stakehill Industrial Estate location has excellent road access to the national motorway network, with the M62 approximately 1 mile to the north. We have undertaken an extensive refurbishment programme in order to provide a facility demanded by today’s occupiers and given the lack of available stock and high occupier demand are confident that the property will be very well placed in the market.”

The warehouse is in a prime location in the North West UK situated on the Stakehill Industrial Estate, just 1 mile from junction 20 of the M62 and 30 minutes’ drive from the centre of Manchester.

Howard Tenens will be holding a Grand Opening event at the site on 13th April for both existing and potential customers as well as local businesses and property agents. If you would like to attend the opening and take part in a site tour, or would like further information on the site, please contact Beth O’Neill, Group Commercial Manager on: +44 (0)8702 415640 or enquiries@tenens.com.

A decade at Multimodal for Howard Tenens highly successful working relationships with the likes of Costa Coffee, Bentley Motors and Asahi.”

Howard Tenens, one of the UK’s largest privately owned logistics companies are exhibiting at Multimodal once again this year for the tenth consecutive year. Multimodal, taking place between the 4th to 6th April this year is the biggest exhibition of its kind within the freight transport, logistics and supply chain management industry and has since become a firm favourite in the Howard Tenens calendar.

Beth O’Neill – Group Commercial Manager at Howard Tenens, comments, “Multimodal is a major highlight of the year for the Logistics Group.

Showcasing Howard Tenens at Multimodal for the past nine years has enabled us to meet with some of our leading customers. These initial meetings have since progressed and formed a number of

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four months to complete and include the updating and doubling the size of the existing laboratory, reception showroom, panel library, a new mess with kitchen facilities and refurbished showering facilities for the production team.

Now in its tenth year, Multimodal is the UK’s and Ireland’s premier freight transport, logistics and supply chain management event. Multimodal represents every logistics sector under one roof, making it a unique and highly valued industry showcase. This year, Howard Tenens will be showcasing a new edition to their warehouse portfolio with a newly refurbished 179,000ft² warehouse in Manchester, due to be fully operational by the end of April, as well as promoting Howard Tenens services including expertise within the pick and pack sector for logistics

Thermaset, which is committed to environmental management, was recently awarded the international standard ISO 14001 Certification. It is renowned in the powder coating sector for the stability and reliability of its products and having one of the country’s biggest ranges of stock powders available for next day delivery across the UK.

Among the industrial markets for powder coatings are: automotive, electrical/electronics, scaffolding/ form work, general engineering and steel partitioning.

Operating from Claire Works, a purpose-built facility on the Lichfield Road Industrial Estate in Tamworth, Thermaset has a 30 strong workforce and is a family run business headed up by Director Gill McElhannan.

In January this year, work commenced work on the first of a two phase development on the Thermaset site including the refurbishing of a two-storey vacant unit to re-house a plush reception area, an

administration office centre, board and meeting rooms, as well as a training facility.

Part two is scheduled to begin towards the end of April 2017 and take somewhere between three and

T +44 (0)1827 55777 ben@thermaset.co.uk www.thermaset.co.uk

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The Flexible Coatings Company Thermaset Ltd have established an enviable UK-wide reputation for innovation and excellence in the formulation and manufacture of thermosetting powders for electrostatic application. Established in 1984, our success has always been based on the principal that our customers’ problems are our opportunities.

Like many companies, we had humble beginnings, but we have grown and thrived in an increasingly competitive market place by maintaining the exact same focus on customer service we had on day one. For our customers, this has meant security in the knowledge that we provide the right solutions at the right time – no matter what the request. The expertise of our personnel in powder coating spans over 30 years. ✔✔ Widest stock range in the UK ✔✔ Over 100 years colour matching experience ✔✔ UK wide technical sales force

Howard Tenens are exhibiting on stand 4020, located in Hall 4

✔✔ Next day delivery for stock items.

If you are interested in finding out more about Howard Tenens’ 3PL solutions, our Manchester warehouse, or whether we can assist you with your logistics needs then please visit stand 4020 and speak to a member of the team.

T 01827 55777 F 01827 53773 E info@thermaset.co.uk W thermaset.co.uk

Further information can be accessed on our website: www.tenens.com or please contact us on: +44 (0)8702 415640.

Technical advice is available on selecting the most suitable product for a given application from thousands of formulations and over 600 stock colours. There is no colour that can’t be matched and no special requirement that cannot be met – whether it is BS, RAL, custom or match. And, because the powder coatings are manufactured on site, Thermaset is able to meet stock colour orders and deliver within 24 hours.

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Plastics, Power Presses & Laser Cutting News

Pentagon Plastics and Phoenix Engineering brings education out of the classroom

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Evolve Press Systems Ltd is based in the West Midlands but provides top quality machinery to the whole of the UK. We specialise in the supply, refurbishment, repair and service of power presses and sheet metal working machinery.

On Tuesday 14th February, Pentagon Plastics opened its doors to 22 final year BSc Engineering Product Design students from London South Bank University along with their course tutor, Barney Townsend.

We can also provide you with statutory reports and inspection reports for power presses and associated accessories.

When it comes to machinery, we have you covered • HSG 236 thorough examinations • F2197 statutory press inspections • Scheduled and planned maintenance contracts • Overhaul and refurbishment of press equipment • In-house lifting facilities 7 tonne and 2 tonne • Sales of new and used power presses and associated machinery • Fast and efficient power press service • Free and friendly advice • Competitive pricing.

On arrival attendees were given a presentation from company MD, Paul Edwards which consisted of a company overview for both Pentagon Plastics and Phoenix Engineering and a detailed explanation of the services that are provided across the two group companies. Paul then offered an insightful look into design for plastic injection moulding with regard to both product and tooling.

Students attending are currently working on a course project, “To design a cost-effective, yet innovative and engaging promotional item for a consumer brand of their choice that will be primarily manufactured through polymer injection moulding.” The students were encouraged to ask questions throughout the session to enhance their current course content and as they engaged an even deeper knowledge and understanding were achieved.

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Following on from this lecture style presentation the students were able to tour both the factory at Pentagon and the work shop at Phoenix to further add to their understanding of UK manufacture for injection moulding. Moving freely throughout the working areas with our skilled staff on hand to explain processes and answer questions to improve the students’ knowledge.

It is an absolute pleasure to be able to host events such as these and be able to share the expertise and vast skillset that our industry boasts whilst helping to broaden the understanding of the Engineers of tomorrow who will go on to play a key role in the future of our industry.

Initiatives such as these are incredibly rewarding as a business to both staff and attendees alike. Much can be learnt in a class room, but stepping into the real life environment of where things are made and the expert knowledge that it takes to make so many of the ‘throw away’ items of today is invaluable.

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Precision Technology Supplies It’s been almost 2 years since Precision Technology Supplies moved to their new building.

Back then, we thought the new premises would suit us for a long time. It’s a sign of how busy the past 18 months have been for PTS– and how much its stock holding has increased and broadened – that it has virtually filled the new warehouse already.

“When we moved to our current site there was plenty of empty space but now we’re close to full up,” Andy Knight, Sales Director, says. “We’ve having to modify the space to fit more stock in.”

Larger premises have been accompanied by a growth in workforce, to around 30, “We’ve taken on more staff this year and we grew in personnel terms by 15 to 20%. If things continue the way they are then we’ll be looking to take more staff on again.

“We’ve made a significant investment in our testing facilities. We check what comes in and we can now send test reports out to our customers.

We don’t just rely on material certificates – this is something our customers are asking for. Now we have the facility to test the product that comes

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in and it gives our customer an extra level of confidence.”

One of the ways that Precision Technology Supplies undertakes Positive Material Identification (PMI) is through Electron Beam Radiation scanners – a significant investment for the firm.

Precision Technology Supplies specializes in stocking a comprehensive range of Metric and Unified Stainless Steel fasteners in A2 and A4 materials. Famously, the firm also supplies Micro screws in stainless steel. www.pts-uk.com

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Health, Safety & Materials Handling News

Dropped object prevention platform www.preventdrops.com launched This online platform does not guard against bird droppings, comets or asteroids falling from the sky, but instead focuses on accidents arising from items that fall from multi-level worksites. Dropped object risks account for a significant number of severe accidents in the offshore and other labor intensive industries. Westmark BV’s new website offers simple and affordable solutions to prevent such accidents and improve safety.

According to the Health & Safety Executive Offshore Division, approximately 55% of all accidents on board a drilling rig or well operating platform are caused by dropped objects. The other 45% of accidents are caused by falling from heights, slips, trips and falls, handling or tools and machinery operations.

Working at heights, beneath scaffolding or areas where overhead work is being performed puts workers and the public below at risk of being injured by dropped objects. A dropped object is, according to oil & gas multinational Chevron, “Any object, with the potential to cause death, injury or equipment/ environmental damage that falls from its previous static position under its own weight.”

The following items are considered dropped objects: ■■ Hand tools being used at heights ■■ Hand tools/equipment left behind after working at height ■■ Equipment mounted at a height that, following contact, vibration or environmental conditions, could fall, i.e., piping, lights, cameras, rigging gear etc ■■ Lifting operations.

For more information, please visit: www.preventdrops.com or contact Westmark BV in the Netherlands at: 0031 334614844.

Reliable Oxygen supply to Aeration Tanks With a population equivalent of 47,000, the wastewater treatment facility in Rheinfelden is the larger of two treatment facilities of the Wastewater Association of Rheinfelden-Schwoerstadt, which purifies 4,000 cubic metres of wastewater a day in dry weather and up to 25,000 cubic metres in wet weather. For ventilating the aeration channels, the facility relies on Tyr rotary lobe blowers from Busch, which provide the necessary injection of oxygen.

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operates the wastewater treatment facilities in Schwoerstadt and Rheinfelden-Herten as well as several rainwater overflow basins. The wastewater treatment facility in Rheinfelden-Herten has been in operation since 1980 and has been converted and reconditioned in recent years so that it meets the latest technical standards. This wastewater treatment facility now satisfies the highest requirements and with a population equivalent of 47,000 has reached a size that also guarantees sufficient disposal capacity for future generations. Thanks to a total investment of EUR 7.5 million in the latest technologies, the Wastewater Association has reduced pollutants further, which has a positive impact on the water quality of the natural watercourses. The methane gas produced in the digestion tower is used to power a gas engine in the facility's own co-generation plant. The generator driven by this produces an average of 105 kilowatts/hour. This means that up to 50% of the energy required can be generated by the facility itself.

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Sensors, Automation & Instrumentation News

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Productivity 2000® – A Programmable Controller that Packs a Punch

Seismic Accelerometers from PCB® offer High-Sensitivity for Ground Vibration Applications

a blinking LED. Trouble shooting and process monitoring without having to connect your laptop, another boon for Productivity.

Hot-swappable I/O: A P2000 system can be configured to allow the CPU to remain in the RUN mode without selected I/O modules installed. Choose the ‘Enable all Hot Swap’ option in the software to allow any module to be removed or configure each module separately & never lose production throughput for simple I/O module changes making nightshift panics a thing of the past.

3 Wiring options: The P2000 is all about productivity, even down to the wiring. Three wiring options are available: 1) Clamp Style Terminal Blocks: sprung clamp terminal blocks for fast wiring, simply strip & insert 2) Screw Style Terminal Blocks: the traditional choice – screw-clamp style 3) ZIPLink System: available for most I/O modules not only provides wiring time savings but can also provide fused isolation, clean wire-ways with easy, field-traceable connections, and confidence that panel wiring is correct.

The Productivity 2000® Programmable Controller was designed from the ground up by Automation Direct to do things better, more efficiently and more cost-effectively.

The free Productivity Suite software was developed with customer satisfaction as the primary concern. The result is programming software that is not only powerful and efficient, but easy to use. Tag name based programming style provides flexibility with no pre-defined, fixed memory maps and no wasted, unused memory allocations.

Programming Made Simple: Productivity really is at the core of P2000. The key to

this is simplifying complex operations such as PID loops – made effortless by Productivity Suite’s easy-to-use instructions. Fill-in-the-blank, function block style configurations save time and unnecessary headaches.

With 50MB of user memory you can configure, tune and control as many processes as you need, without limits, and the integrated auto-tuning functionality enable you to get up and running in no time.

Communications: With P2000 you get 5 communications ports with 3 different protocols as standard on every CPU. RS232, RS485, Ethernet, Remote I/O, USB (programming) – All Built in. Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP – are also all Included. Need even more serial connections? No problem, an optional 4 port serial communications module is available too.

Motion: P2000 provides high-speed (1MHz) inputs and outputs in Pulse/Direction, Step Up/Step Down and Quadrature signals, combined with Productivity Suite’s instructions, like Find Home (HOME), Simple Move and Velocity Move (SMOV), it’s easier than ever to program motion routines. High-speed I/O modules combined with the communication of the P2-550 CPU give you a powerful motion application solution for a fraction of the usual cost.

Lamonde Automation Ltd., established in 1982 have been the UK & Ireland Automation Direct VAR for over 25 years and have a wealth of experience and product knowledge to support your application.

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Status Display: The OLED message display on the P2-550 CPU gives instant status messages on your controller and can be configured for system fault detection & display. CPU event and error messages are automatically displayed and you can use the ‘LCD’ instruction in your program to send custom messages from ladder code.

Many of the Analogue & Discrete I/O modules have OLED displays to give real-time status display rather than just

PCB Piezotronics, a leader in vibration, acoustic, pressure, force and torque sensors, offers a range of ICP® high sensitivity seismic accelerometers for use in ground vibration measurements. The accelerometers are designed to enable detection of ultra-low level, low frequency vibrations associated with large civil engineering structures and earth tremors.

Such is their sensitivity that the accelerometers can literally detect a dropped pin.

A typical example is model 393B31 which operates down to 0.07Hz with a sensitivity of 10V/g.

This performance makes it ideal for use in a wide variety of civil engineering applications including bridge movement detection, remote pipeline intrusion detection, military establishment intruder detection and rail movement detection – monitoring the effects of train movement on nearby buildings and structures.

crowds in a stadium grandstand or theatre balcony can impart tremendous forces and harmonic motion to a structure when acting in a synchronous manner. Earth tremors, foot traffic, trucks and trains impart vibrations that can cause structures to sway, shift, crumble or collapse so permanent monitoring with high sensitivity accelerometers enables analysis.

Vibration monitoring of ancient buildings is essential to ensure the safety of occupants and protect the structures. Studies have shown that

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LASER DOCKING™ SYSTEM FOR TRUCKS & TRAILERS

Laser Runway Lights for Freight Terminals and Warehouses ‘Coast Lasers’ has introduced a unique approach to backing trailers into tight loading spaces. They have lasers that project green laser lines down each side of the loading dock and down the side of the loading ramps. From the perspective of the drivers backing trailers into a dock, these lines are clearly visible. This means that errors in judgment are minimised, trailer centering to docks is improved, trailer to loading dock backing speed is faster. Health & Safety, and less damage to adjacent trailers and docks is also a cost-effective benefit to consider.

Laser lines are visible on all surfaces including water, mud, gravel and snow!

Here’s how it works: The system uses two GLX Green Laser Modules with line generators that draw lines down both sides of a trailer. The tractor drivers can see the reflections of the lines in the wing mirrors on the side of the tractors over 100 feet away from the dock. The system works best in early morning, evening and night times when traffic is heaviest. The GLX has numerous uses in industry where Trial Hire £95.00 accurate lines and layouts are required. Applications of U.K. Mainland these lasers is limited only by the imagination.

Please request Prices and Specifications. Thanking you in anticipation.

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Disinfectant Solutions News

Sanondaf touchless disinfecting solutions Sanondaf have a system of disinfecting rooms and equipment by filling a room with a dry mist (fogging) of a patented chemical compound (hydrogen, peroxide & silver) that kills 99.99% of harmful bacteria, viruses and moulds.

The latest Generation of SANONDAF touchless disinfection solutions combine the effect of both our spraying devices and disinfectant solutions. The dual effect of both Devices and Disinfectants enables the air and surface in a room to be disinfected automatically. Our disinfectant is patented, highly effective oxidizing disinfectant that kills 99.99% of all hazardous germs and bacteria without posing a threat to humans, animals or plants.

Sanondaf is proven to kill MRSA, C Dificile, Salmonella, Norovirus, Flu Viruses, Legionella and many other harmful bacteria, viruses and moulds.

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Industrial News

Bifold Pneumatic Actuator Controls The Best Technology at the Lowest Cost – At Least 22% to 39% Cost Saving.

Bifold offer configurable valve control products simplified for ease of selection with the highest safety factors and reduced spares requirements, offering the highest flow at the lowest cost.

Maximise flow of typical tubed systems with Bifold components With traditional tubed pneumatic control circuits Bifold elements are capable of the highest possible flow in the market but the output is limited by the change in the bore size through the tubes and fittings.

Verder the company, founded in 1959 by Andre Verder started as an entrepreneurial trading company in different industrial and laboratory products. Headquartered in the Netherlands, the brand now boasts a significant presence in 25 countries with 50 companies and 1,600+ employees and a growing base of loyal customers.

International expansion of the company outside its home market in The Netherlands, started when the founder moved across the border in 1970. In the 10 years after following Germany, France, UK and Austria. When the political scene changes dramatically in Europe, we took the challenge to move into the Eastern part of Europe swiftly with own operations. Customers however did not only ask for supply of Verder’s products in Europe but drove the

Maximise flow of typical nippled systems with Bifold components With traditional nippled pneumatic control circuits Bifold elements are capable of the highest possible flow in the market but the output is restricted by the diameter of the nipples.

Optimise flow with Bifold patented modular solution Bifold developed an unrestricted common bore system that optimises the high flow capability of their components.

Bifold have furthered this logic and developed a range of patented Filter Boosters removing as many elements as possible from the flow line including the filter and regulator, amplifying the possible flow for any given tube size. This

principle results in smaller tube sizes being used and can be supplied in up to a 2” connection.

If you are interested in the lowest cost solution for your application, please visit bifold.co.uk for further details and a video outlining the above. You can also contact Bifold on: +44 (0)161 345 4777.

Bifold are dedicated to maintaining the excellence of their products and their new facility confirms their commitment to shortening lead times and meeting customer demands.

Bifold Group would like to take this opportunity to thank all their customers for their continued support.

company towards Japan, China, USA, India and South Africa to serve these countries with own entities.

packaging environments (to name a few examples).

Verder has been selected for this award for its exceptional range of products and impressively vast network of distributors globally and for its dedication to remaining a customer-orientated and green enterprise. The group operates in accordance with its 7 core principles: obedience of the law, honesty & integrity, mutual trust & respect, workplace safety, intolerance of forced/ child labour and ethical business activities. This approach has earned the Verder group a trusted reputation across the world for professional and quality solutions and services.

This growth inevitably led to the expansion of its product lines as well – which originally consisted of distributed brands from trusted suppliers – with the addition of more own-name products courtesy of liaisons with manufacturers and important acquisitions (including Retsch in 1995, van Wijk en Boerma & Empo in 2002 and Eltra & Carbolite in 2012).

Verder is a reputable supplier specialising peristaltic pumping solutions for liquid handling; hose pumps and tube pumps for various applications including water treatments, chemical dosing, mining, food & drink and many more! Verder pumps not only offer

pumping solutions for a wide range of liquids and/or slurries of varied viscosity, density and chemical properties but also offer solutions that are highly reliable & efficient with low maintenance and low operating costs.

The industry innovator – Verder: stocks everything from the smallest of Original Equipment Manufacture (OEM) pumps to the world’s largest hose pumps for usage in heavy engineering purposes. Applications for the premium peristaltic hose and tube pumps are incredibly widespread, as the equipment has proven to be most effective in mining, food & beverage, chemical, water & wastewater, pharmaceutical, printing and

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Market leading attenuation for JSP’s new range of Sonis® Ear Defenders

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BPC Energy Ltd: UPS & Power Protection

With a strong commitment to safety innovation, JSP’s Research and Development team have designed a new range of Sonis® Ear Defenders which peaks at an unbeaten SNR of 37. Developed in partnership with a leading research facility in the field of acoustic engineering, this new range meets the needs of an extensive range of industrial applications.

This exceptional range of Sonis® Ear Defenders is Kitemarked and meets EN352-1. The advantages of this range is that it offers a wide spread of attenuation with SNR values between 27 and 37 meaning that selecting the right model to match the wearers requirements is really straightforward.

The Sonis® range has been stylishly designed with a traffic light colour code for easy identification and selection. The range moves from the green Sonis® 1 for low level noise to the yellow Sonis® 2 and the orange Sonis® Compact for substantial Industrial noise through to the market leading SNR of 37 for the red Sonis® 3 to protect against extreme industrial noise.

The over moulded headband has a built in comfort area with ventilation to help reduce heat build-up. The headband force and the sealing ring surface area work together to provide optimum cushion pressure and therefore comfort, ensuring a good fit every time, delivering an ear defender which is a pleasure to wear.

Manufactured in Oxfordshire, the Sonis® cups can be coloured to meet a corporate identity and can also be printed with a company logo for improved brand recognition and to prevent theft.

JSP have invested in specialist acoustic and hearing test equipment to develop the Sonis® range in-house, and refine each individual component.

The materials have been chosen for both performance and comfort for extended periods of use. The headband is manufactured from TPE so is easy to wipe clean, there is no adhesive or welded parts, so they can be easily disassembled to replace hygiene kits which are available for each model.

Contact T +44 (0)1993 826050 uksales@jsp.co.uk www.jsp.co.uk

BPC Energy is at the forefront of modern power protection and manufacture and distribute a wide range of UPS and related products aimed at the Computer, Telecom, Midrange Computer, Data Centre, Emergency Lighting, Industrial and Three Phase sectors of the market. As well as an extensive range of UPS and Batteries, BPC also offer a variety of products such as Frequency and Voltage Converters, Static Inverters, Solar Inverters, Rectifiers and Generators.

Is your business prepared for the implications that can occur from unexpected power failures? BPC’s power protection products have been installed in sites all around the world including Liverpool Airport, the UK Olympic Stadium, Wiltshire Police HQ, Misr Bank

Egypt, Motorola Kuwait, Cairo International Airport, US Navy in Bahrain and many more.

The new catalogue is available to download or to order in print via our website: www.bpc-ups.com or email: sales@bpc-ups.com.

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New own-Brand Compressors Target DIY, Trade and Professional Users As the UK’s biggest distributor of pneumatic products and process systems it will be no surprise that the selection of air compressors available from Thorite is the widest possible. With the launch of Thorite’s new and extended range the company has built on its reputation for quality, reliability and rugged performance whilst offering some of the most competitively priced compressors available in both the retail marketplace and on the web.

Thorite markets their own-brand compressors into two distinct ranges: The Performance Air Compressors sport a smart red finish and comprise 6 portable and 2 stationery models ranging from 2-8 HP, 8-24 CFM, 8-10 bar and tank capacities from 24-200 litres. 3 brand new models have been designed to increase choice and provide a lower cost alternative to established professional equivalents,

whilst the 3 smallest machines are ideal for the DIY market. Prices range from below £100 for the smallest direct drive model to under £600 for the biggest belt drive machine and all carry a 12 month warranty.

Full details of the Performance and Professional Air Compressor ranges are available on the Thorite website: www.thorite.co.uk and they can be ordered, with free next day delivery, from any of Thorite’s 10 regional Sales & Service Centres located in Blackburn, Bolton, Bradford, Doncaster, Huddersfield, Leeds, Rochdale, Sheffield, North Shields and Brierley Hill in the West Midlands, or by visiting Thorite Direct online at: www.thoritedirect.co.uk Further Information: Ross Gowler, Thorite Marketing and Engineering Services Director, T +44 (0)1274 663471 ross.gowler@thorite.co.uk www.thorite.co.uk

Defining the market for 30 years needed to show consistent revenue growth over a minimum of three years, significantly outperforming their industry peers.

Nationwide Hygiene Group reached its 30 year milestone last year. Nationwide Hygiene was first registered in November 1986, in Newcastle upon Tyne. As it expanded, it moved into its first standalone head office in South London in 1993. As more sales growth was enjoyed, the head office was relocated in 2007, to its current location of Chesterfield in Derbyshire.

Throughout its 30 years, it has seen steady sales growth across its market sector, taking it to a very impressive £166 million sales total. This consistent growth was recently recognised by the London Stock Exchange, when it was recognised as one of the 1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain.

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In recent years, the addition of Nationwide Hygiene Group Business Supplies and Catering catalogues has further enhanced the group’s ability to provide a full range of products to its customers. Nationwide Hygiene Group prides itself on its ‘Local Service, National Network, International Strength’ motto.

Its ‘International Strength’ began in 2004, when it was a founder shareholder in the formation of INPACS GmbH – 5 individual groups of likeminded companies, covering 16 countries. In 2008, INPACS became a member company of Network Services, the $10.6 billion distribution group in North America, forming the biggest transatlantic service organisation for janitorial products.

Contact T +44 (0)844 499 6380 sales@nationwide-hygiene.com www.nationwide-hygiene.com

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Printing prime labels with Primera’s LX-series

Pentagon Plastics Ltd: Moulding Britain since 1972

On-demand and in-house label printing has grown from being exotic to something that manufacturers of all types and sizes use frequently or even exclusively. Not only smaller manufacturers are in need of short to mediumrun, full-colour customised product labels as a way to increase their sales numbers by making their products stand out through innovative packaging and labelling.

Pentagon Plastics are looking forward to exhibiting at this year’s EM Live event. Bringing a firm focus on their technical moulding and toolmaking capabilities, visitors to the show will be able to see a wide selection of injection moulded products from various industry sectors. Alongside a wide range of technical mouldings, Pentagon will also be showcasing a selection of their bespoke modular insert tooling, which is widely used in the product development and low volume stages of a project before moving on to full manufacture.

But finding a cost-effective and convenient way to produce highquality, colour labels has not been easy. Primera Technology, a leading manufacturer of high quality laser and inkjet-based label printers, has successfully developed short to medium-run label solutions. Using intelligent technology, Primera creates systems that can design, print and finish labels of any shape or form.

“Smaller companies usually start with pre-designed or even handmade labels, but when they get bigger they need to professionalise the label production,” says Andreas Hoffmann, Managing Director of Primera’s EMEA office Primera Technology Europe. “For start-up and small business our entry-level colour label printers LX500e and LX900e are the best choice.”

All LX-series models are equipped with everything that’s needed from designing to printing labels, including two label design software applications. But any other preferred design program can be used to

print labels directly from. As printed labels can include photos, graphics, illustrations, text and barcodes, there’s virtually no limit in creating the perfect label for your product.

See them in action Primera’s UK distributor KTEC GROUP will showcase the LX-series inkjet label printers and the CX/FX laser printing and finishing systems at following shows: ■■ Label&Print (co-located with Packaging Innovations): Stand H6, NEC Birmingham, 1-2 March 2017 ■■ Pro2Pac: Stand N600, ExCeL London, 20-22 March 2017.

At Pro2Pac, representatives of Primera Technology Europe will join the team of KTEC.

Pentagon is a well-established and reputable business that has enjoyed over 40 years of trading in the injection moulding industry and continue to deliver high end mouldings and tooling to their valued customers. Serving industries such as Medical, Marine, Construction, Security and Aerospace to name but a few.

service including Design Assistance, Development, Toolmaking, Plastic Injection Moulding and Post moulding operations. Allowing them to work with customers from the very early stages of product design right through to final production, which in turn delivers extensive customer confidence and satisfaction.

Rarely do you find a UK based plastic injection moulder that also provides an extensive full on-site toolroom, capable of routine tool maintenance all the way through to the manufacture of bespoke multi cavity mould tooling.

Managing Director, Paul Edwards and his team look forward to welcoming you to their stand at this year’s show.

From their fully refurbished factory in Horsham, West Sussex Pentagon provide a comprehensive plastic injection moulding

Contact http://primeralabel.eu

Contact T +44 (0)1403 264397 websales@pentagonplastics.co.uk www.pentagonplastics.co.uk

Warwick International Computing Systems Warwick International is the UK’s leading supplier of health and safety and occupational health therapy.

Our systems are custom-built, flexible and provide the innovation you would expect of market leaders operating for over 25 years with trustworthiness and outstanding customer service.

Warwick is exhibiting at the Health and Safety event (Stand E3), showcasing its eSAFETY health and safety management software solution, which operates both independently of and side by side eOPAS, the market leading occupational health solution.

The event is a great place to meet health and safety experts and executives, and with the increasing drive towards greater health and safety in the workplace, provides an excellent talking shop and networking opportunity.

And with many companies still operating a paper-based system, or a limited computerbased one, it is a great way to chat to people about how they can benefit moving to an online, intuitive system that can drive efficiency, and improve performance. eSAFETY is a fully flexible management tools that tracks, audits and reports. It offers powerful management reports, intuitive accident and incident reporting, risk assessment, audits and inspections.

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Because it is web-based, the system can be managed and updated from anywhere there is a wifi signal, allowing non-office based employees to input data off-site, be it a risk assessment or immediately there is an incident.

Visit Warwick International on Stand E3 for a chat and a no-obligation demonstration of eSAFETY! T +44 (0)1332 781882 www.warwickicsystems.com

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The UK’s Largest Heating Element Manufacturer

Leading the Way Elmatic (Cardiff) Ltd is the largest manufacturer of Industrial Electric Heating Elements in the UK. Elmatic Ltd have the widest product range to meet our customer’s requirements.

Our product range includes: ää Cartridge Heaters ää Mica Insulated Heaters ää Ceramic Knuckle Heaters ää Tubular Rod ää Immersion Heaters ää Air Duct Heaters ää Nozzle Heaters ää Ceramic Core Heaters ää Square Section Heaters ää Strip Heaters ää Roller or Disc Heaters ää Fabrication & Sheet Metalwork.

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Customer Story – JS Baird & Sons Like many farms, JS Baird & Sons use a considerable amount of electricity and also require a reliable source of heat. Based in Angus, Scotland, JS Baird & Sons operate a mixed farm including arable, organic sheep and cattle, chickens, organic hens and various renewable technologies.

Always looking for the most environmentally responsible option, JS Baird & Sons became interested in Biomass CHP

technology to generate electricity and heat for their farm.

“When I first became aware of Biomass CHP technology, widespread manufacture was limited and Re2 were the only company who had produced multiple units at the time,” said Diarmid Baird. “When I approached Re2 they had already produced over 400 units. None of the other available solutions on the market had the heritage, experience or reliability of Re2.”

After installing the Re2 Biomass CHP unit JS Baird and Sons were very impressed with the results they have experienced so far. The heat is used in their broiler chicken shed and their

grain drying floor to dry 500 tons of grain during harvest and when it’s not drying grain it dries wood chip the rest of the time. The electricity is used in all the farm buildings, residential houses, grain drying fans and chicken shed; the surplus energy is exported to the grid.

“My farm electricity bill has completely disappeared. It allows me to operate my chicken broiler shed in optimal conditions including winter time and I can now dry grain faster and at virtually no extra cost avoiding the use of fossil fuels,” said Diarmid Baird.

With proven running hours the Re² Biomass CHP plant is the most advanced and reliable technology in the industry. It future proofs any business model and enables operators to generate diversified income. To learn more about the Re2 and their Biomass CHP plant, please visit: www.holz-kraft.com or contact our sales team: Matthias von Senfft, Tel: +49 (0)8773 70798162, email: matthias.vonsenfft@holz-kraft.de.