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Finnish company, Altum Technologies, creates a Power Ultrasound device that cleans fouling without the need to stop production, a world’s first.
Finnish company, Altum Technologies, creates a Power Ultrasound device that cleans fouling without the need to stop production, a world’s first.
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Modular kit system for stainless steel multiple connectors Eisele MULTILINE combines all important operating media and, in the case of the MULTILINE E, even push-in connectors for electric and electronic cables can be combined in a single interface. In addition to combined concepts for different control lines, complete solutions are also possible for electrical and electronic connections. After selecting a base body consisting of a plug and socket, the adaptive inserts allow the user to combine exactly those connections that are needed for a particular application. Later modifications are just as easy. The size of the connections is variable and shut-off functions are possible for connecting and disconnecting lines under pressure. MULTILINE ADAPTIVE and MULTILINE E are ideal for prototyping and special machine engineering. Especially for batch sizes of 1 to 10 items, the prefabricated standard components allow individual and low-cost configuration of the required multiple connectors. With MULTILINE ADAPTIVE, a modular kit system for stainless steel multiple connectors, Eisele is setting standards for tool and format changes in food processing and packaging machines.
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The MULTILINE E version can also be used for electrical and electronic connections.
Since all single components are mutually compatible, this system is much more advanced than previous solutions.
The MULTILINE ADAPTIVE from Eisele features a pioneering concept for connecting functional groups to machines. A completely AMP Magazine | 06 Issue 37
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Modular linear axes from igus for custom linear drives Configure toothed belt axes from a wide range of lengths and widths With the new drylin ZLW modular system igus offers even more versatility and designing freedom for engineers - widths, rail distances and materials of the ready-to-install axes can be assembled according to your requirement. “Ready to install linear robots are becoming very popular in machine and plant manufacturing,” says Robert Dumayne, director, igus “Off-the-shelf solutions that fit exactly to the applications requirements are not always available and, if they are, come with a high price tag. The drylin ZLW system allows engineers to configure their own solution - width, rail distances and length of the axes can be adapted quickly and easily.” Due to the low profile of the toothed belt axes, even tight installation spaces are accommodated. In addition, users can order the support blocks, rails and carriages made of aluminium or stainless steel. The stainless steel system is of particular interest for applications in the food industry, which is unique when considering standard ‘off-the-shelf’ items. A maximum service life is possible when used in combination with liners made of iglidur E7. The linear guides can also be supplied with the igus motor as standard Due to the new installation size ZLW-20, loads up to 75 kg can be lifted, with maximum stroke lengths of up to 3 metres. The wide drive belt also permits high speeds of more than 5 m/s depending on the load. The polyurethane toothed belt with steel cable reinforcement is set centrally on the carriage at the required belt tension. Underwater applications are also possible with a special belt. Grooved ball bearings ensure a robust support and greater energy efficiency. Quiet and a long service life even in continuous operation make the ready to install solutions interesting for numerous applications, such as the most varied handling tasks in the food or laboratory technology. Due to the open design, the linear axes are easy to clean and also insensitive to dirt. For further information, please visit: www.igus.co.uk or call igus directly on 01604 677240. Follow us at www.twitter.com/igusUK, watch our videos at www.igus.co.uk/YouTube, connect with us at www.igus.co.uk/ Facebook and read our blog on blog.igus.co.uk. AMP Magazine | 08 Issue 37
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Graphene added to non-liquid lubricant to reduce significant friction and wear A new type of non-liquid lubricant containing graphene reduces friction and wear under conditions found applications including air compressors to missile systems, claim researchers in the US. Developed by researchers at Purdue University, the new liquid-free composite is made from a slurry of graphene, zinc oxide, and the polymer polyvinylidene difluoride.
systems,” said Farshid Sadeghi, Purdue’s Cummins Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering. “Despite recent advances, liquid lubricants cannot be used in situations of high temperature or low pressure such as a vacuum environment, so dry solidstate lubricants are a viable alternative to their liquid counterparts in extreme operating environments.”
“It [graphene] has superior thermal conductivity, high strength and provides ultralow friction,” said Vilas Pol, an associate professor of chemical engineering at Purdue University.
Researchers tested stainless-steel surfaces coated with the new lubricant. “We tested it under worst-case scenarios,” said mechanical engineering graduate student Abdullah A. Alazemi. Findings were detailed in a research paper published on July 11 in Carbon.
The nanosize zinc-oxide particles allow the lubricant to stick to the metal surface, and the polymer binds the whole mixture together, said chemical engineering graduate student Arthur Dysart. Solid lubricants are needed for numerous applications such as air compressors, equipment used in the food industry, space vehicles, gear-and-chain mechanisms, fasteners found in high-temperature environments, and missile systems. “The fundamental causes of mechanical failure are friction and wear, so reducing these factors improves the performance and lifetime of many mechanical
“The durability and resilience of this adhesive coating suggest exceptional potential as a dry lubricant for high load-bearing applications,” Pol said. The researchers found that the composite lubricant sets up a film that significantly improves friction and wear reduction. Raman spectroscopic analysis of wear scars revealed this persistent protective film on contact surfaces. The research is ongoing, and future work is planned with industrial partners. The researchers applied for a patent through the Purdue Research Foundation’s Office of Technology Commercialisation. 11 | AMP Magazine Issue 37
ImprovIng asset avaIlabIlIty to reduce coal handlIng costs Coal is an important global resource and likely to remain so for many years to come. It is a crucial element in the energy mix and vital in the manufacture of a great many other products. But now more than ever, the pressure is on to reduce transportation costs by improving the efficiency of coal handling operations.
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oal represents a significant proportion of all dry bulk, and handling and transportation of this challenging material is a major consideration. It is particularly important to make sure that handling equipment is reliable in the long term because breakdowns can lead to considerable downtime, reductions in efficiency and unforeseen costs. Coal conveyors are heavy-duty electromechanical systems that start and stop under heavy load. Unsurprisingly, they are prone to ingress from harsh coal dust and related debris, and their working conditions can be far from ideal as well with dramatic swings in temperature plus driving rain, sleet and snow, ice build-up etc. In an industry where downtime due to mechanical failure is often viewed as an unavoidable fact of life, British company Sensor Technology of Banbury is developing technologies that can help operators to boost long-term reliability, increase availability, and reduce unscheduled maintenance. This can be vital for the coal handling sector as it looks to drive down costs, boost uptime and optimise efficiency. Sensor Technology’s offering to the coal handling and transportation industry is built around its non-contact digital torque monitoring technology. Applied to the control systems for conveyors, it can transform these processes into accurately monitored and optimally managed systems. Accurate monitoring of torque is a key indicator of impending mechanical problems. The data can also be used to ensure conveyors are being run at optimum speeds, and that mechanical shocks are being minimised. This is because torque data is directly related to the power from the drive shaft. As coal is added and the conveyor load increases, so more power is needed. Similarly, if the
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conveyor is run at a higher speed, more power is needed. Controlling conveyor speed accurately helps to minimise shock loads, and so leads to both increased reliability and increased efficiency. Traditionally torque data has been hard to collect, with wired technologies v u l n e ra b l e t o t h e c h a l l e n g i n g environmental conditions inherent in coal handling operations, while also being expensive and difficult to set up. Wireless technology presents an important alternative that is being recognised as a real enabler for monitoring torque in even the most demanding applications. With over 20 years of research and development into digital torque monitoring, Sensor Technology is at the forefront of this technology and is an acknowledged leader in the manufacture of wireless load sensors. It has a global network of distributors assisting sales, and a network of worldrenowned technical experts assisting in the development of technology. The company’s TorqSense transducer is based on the patented technology of measuring the resonant frequency change of surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices. TorqSense torque sensors use two tiny SAW devices or SAWs made of ceramic piezoelectric material containing frequency resonating combs. These are glued onto the drive shaft at 90 degrees to one another. As the torque increases the combs expand or contract proportionally to the torque being applied. In effect the combs act similarly to strain gauges but measure changes in resonant frequency. The adjacent RF (radio frequency) device transmits radio waves towards the SAWs, which are then reflected back and picked up by the device. The change in frequency of the reflected waves identifies the current torque. This arrangement means there is no need to supply power to the SAWs, so the sensor is non-contact and wireless.
This innovative method of measuring torque can bring distinct advantages to coal conveying, whether in extracting coal from the mine, or transporting it for processing, or as part of subsequent shipping operations. A process that was once regarded as very difficult to monitor can now reap the same benefits as many other industrial processes. TorqSense technology can also improve on the torque limiters that are traditionally relied on to prevent mechanical damage in the event of a coal conveyor jam. Continually monitoring the torque, the transducer can identify the gradual increases that are indicative of an impending jam condition, so enabling preventive maintenance. This key technology can deliver significantly reduced downtime that might have been caused by blockages or breakages to conveyor chain, paddle attachments or the drive gearbox. TorqSense has seen widespread adoption in torque monitoring applications across a host of industries, where it is recognised as providing a reliable, accurate and easy-toimplement monitoring solution. Increasingly, these applications are including conveyors, where operators are finding that accurate, non-contact, digital torque monitoring technology has an important role to play in optimising operations and reducing costs. Sensor Technology can point to a number of applications within coal handling and transportation as well, from the conveyors at the coal face to the bulk unloading conveyors at docksides. Operators around the world are seeing its benefits of reducing running costs and improving asset availability by facilitating proactive rather than reactive maintenance. For fur ther information please email: info@sensors.co.uk, or visit www.sensors.co.uk
BPMA Training Receives CPD Accreditation The independent pump training courses, which the BPMA have been successfully running since the mid 1990’s, have helped equip many hundreds of individuals with the knowledge and skills required to assist pump companies to stay one step ahead of the competition. As part of its ongoing commitment to this important aspect of its service provision, the BPMA has embarked on a process of securing CPD accreditation across its full training programme. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the term used to describe the learning activities professionals engage in to develop and enhance their abilities. It enables learning to become conscious and proactive, rather than passive and reactive. Engaging in Continuing Professional Development ensures that both academic and practical qualifications do not become out-dated or obsolete; allowing individuals to continually ‘up skill’ or ‘reskill’ themselves, regardless of occupation, age or educational level. The CPD Certification Service was established in 1996 as the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. It provides support, advice and recognised independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles. The BPMA provides five ‘Lecture to Student’ based courses, and these recently updated training modules are the first to achieve CPD Accreditation. These courses cover the following key topics:•
Pumping Fundamentals
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Pump Selection
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Pump Testing
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Pump Systems,
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Hydraulic Design of Centrifugal Pumps (shortly to be accredited)
CPD combines different methodologies to learning, such as training workshops, conferences and events, e-learning programs, best practice techniques and ideas sharing. All of this focuses an individual to improve and to have a clear and effective professional development. This structured, practical and methodical approach to learning helps employers across industries to keep key staff, and develop the skills & knowledge in their organisations to maintain a sustainable and competitive advantage. BPMA also provide two e-learning courses which are independently accredited by the National Open College Network (NOCN):•
Introduction to Pumping Technology
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Essentials of Pumping Technology
These two courses are shortly to be reviewed by CPD and will achieve full CPD accreditation within the next 4 -6 weeks. The final BPMA course to get the CPD treatment will be the ‘Certified Pump System Auditor’ scheme. The CPSA scheme is an industry specific professional qualification developed by the BPMA. Its objective is to help improve the levels of professionalism in the sector by creating a universally recognised and respected “standard” for individuals assessing the performance of a pumping system. If you would like more information on any of these courses, including dates, prices and availability go to www.bpma.org.uk or contact s.smith@bpma.org.uk. 13 | AMP Magazine Issue 37
Enhancing Performance Through Accredited Training There is a distinct focus at present on industry’s proactive approach to apprentice training, to provide the skills that our manufacturing companies will need in the future. However, ongoing training in the wide range of disciplines engineers find themselves working within is essential. This serves not only to hone existing skills and provide individuals with the tools for personal development, but helps to maximise productivity and efficiency through increased knowledge and additional skills. The challenging economic conditions within which manufacturers currently operate mean that the highest levels of efficiency are essential to maintain what are often tight margins. Unexpected breakdowns and the resultant downtimes will quickly eat into efficiency levels, therefore it is essential that stoppages are dealt with rapidly. This can only be achieved if those responsible for maintenance and repair have the appropriate diagnostics and remedial training. Conscious of the negative effects that lack of training can have, Altec Engineering Group company Quick Hydraulics now offers City & Guilds accredited hydraulic training courses from its North Shields base. Managing Director Andrew Esson reiterated the importance of quality training. “The power of training cannot be underestimated. As the industry adapts to tricky conditions, companies armed with the best people are more likely to weather the storm with minimal disruption. While cuts are being made in other functions, learning and development cannot suffer. An investment in employees now will pay dividends.” The company runs a series of three day Hydraulic Engineering Courses, with increasing technical complexity, designed to take engineers from novice to expert. A City & Guilds Accredited Programme Certificate is awarded for each course level, to delegates who successfully complete the training. The Hydraulic Engineering Fundamentals course offers a basic grounding in the principles of hydraulics at entry level for technicians and engineers with no prior knowledge of hydraulic engineering and for apprentices, graduates and design engineers.
year, the BPFA officially approved the courses, positioning Quick Hydraulics as the sector leader in hydraulic training. The driving force behind the development of the comprehensive training courses offered by Quick, and the industry accreditations achieved by the company, is Engineering Director Alan Egglestone. A highly experienced hydraulic practitioner, Alan is supported by two colleagues with the same hands on hydraulics expertise. This approach ensures that students have the opportunity to gain the highest levels of knowledge at each stage of their training. The resultant benefits of structured accredited training are not just limited to the increased skill levels of the individual. Their employers benefit from an improved safety record through better awareness and knowledge, reduced maintenance times and Increased productivity through a more professional approach to maintenance. Quick Hydraulics has worked on a number of major hydraulic projects in the North East and across the world for over 35 years. The company supports its customers from design, through to delivery supplying full hydraulic system installations and hydraulic components providing a 24-hour a day service. Quick Hydraulics has also been providing training to industry professionals in house for over 20 years. For more information, please contact:- Hannah Steel, Group Marketing Administrator, Altec Engineering Group, Unit 1, Bowburn North Industrial, Estate, Durham, DH6 5PF, Telephone - +44(0)191 377 0555, E-Mail – altec@alteceng.co.uk, Web – www.alteceng.co.uk
The Hydraulic Engineering Failure Analysis and Trouble Shooting course is for students with a basic understanding of hydraulics who wish to develop their hydraulic knowledge. The third and final Hydraulic Engineering Systems Design and Advanced Troubleshooting course is designed for engineering managers and senior engineers who are involved in the design and repair of advanced hydraulic systems. Quick Hydraulics has also received official endorsement from the British Fluid Power Association (BFPA) for its training programmes. After rigorous inspection earlier this AMP Magazine | 14 Issue 37
(Quick Managing Director Andrew Esson (Left) with Engineering Director Alan Egglestone (right) receive certification from the British Fluid Power Association for the company’s Hydraulic training programmes)
MNB PrecisioN eNgiNeeriNg MD's forwarD thiNkiNg leaDs to toP iNDustry awarD. Forward thinking by the managing director of a Midlands-based high end precision engineering company has led to him being given a prominent industry award for inspiring leadership. MNB Precision Engineering’s MD Luke Benton has been recognised by The Manufacturer’s annual TM 100 2016 report for its significant success in implementing servitization strategies. The company was an early adopter of servitization. The award acknowledges his role as an ambassador of the benefits to the wider manufacturing community. MNB Precision worked with Aston University’s Centre of Research and Practice to develop a way of bringing all its operations under one roof. This included a number of previously outsourced services. For MNB customers this meant a 78 per cent reduction in lead times with an average cost saving of 10 per cent. The strategy also included developing training opportunities for it staff. MNB Precision Managing Director Luke Benton said: “This is a fantastic achievement for the whole
team at MNB Precision and as a result we are all extremely proud and honoured to have been recognised in this way. Servitization has been a real success story for MNB Precision, helping us to differentiate ourselves from our competitors and adding real value to our offerings for the benefit of our customers. “The manufacturing sector is changing rapidly and so too is the expectations of consumers. Utilising servitization provides manufacturers with the opportunity to meet these challenges head on. The company is passionate about extolling the benefits servitization can bring to businesses and this recognition from The Manufacturer will allow us to continue our efforts.” The award programme was first established in 2013 by The Manufacturer as a way to provide a much needed platform for the industry to recognise the role models who make a valuable contribution to the manufacturing sector for the benefit of the wider economy. The inspiring leader component of the TM Top 100 2016 report acknowledges businesses which have demonstrated a strong commitment to developing their business through a focus on investing in people, processes and technology over the last 12 months.
MNB Precision MD Luke Benton was invited to deliver a presentation at the awards reception on the subject of servitization in recognition of the company’s work in that field. The presentation included ways in which other businesses could see how similar strategies could work for them. Mr Benton believes servitization will have an increasingly important impact on the manufacturing sector. He said: “The manufacturing sector is becoming ever more competitive, therefore the need for businesses to differentiate themselves from their competitors is extremely vital. Servitization offers the ability for manufacturers to tailor their products and services to the needs of their customers, allowing for a truly bespoke service, helping manufacturers to compete in an unpredictable landscape.” 15 | AMP Magazine Issue 37
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Finnish cleantech company Altum Technologies has created a Power Ultrasound system that cleans fouling from industrial equipment with no production stoppages and no equipment disassembly.
released to the market last June 7th, 2017. The Altum Series consists of 6 products for specific equipment type: pipes, heat exchangers, tanks, cooling towers, filters and reactors.
The technology is the first and only of its kind, a game changer for industries that need continuous cleaning of pipes, heat exchangers, tanks and other type of liquid carrying industrial systems.
With the cost of removing fouling in heat exchangers totalling 30 billion euros in Europe alone, the potential applications for the technology are significant. Altum is backed by seed investment from Lifeline Ventures and by Tekes , the Finnish Funding Agency for Innovation.
Altum was founded in 2016 after many companies were asking for a fouling cleaning solution that allowed them to continue production without stopping to do maintenance. There wasn’t anything in the market to fulfil this, so the Finnish company in partnership with the University of Helsinki stepped in to solve the problem. Previously, there were methods to clean fouling such as pressure washing, chemicals, soda blasting, even with ultrasound baths but all of them require stops, are inefficient and dangerous to the environment. On top of that, stopping production is extremely expensive. The set of products, called Altum Series is filling the gap and have been officially
Their talent comes from the University of Helsinki and Harvard University summing up to 100 years of deep ultrasound technology experience.
How does Altum’s Power Ultrasound fouling cleaning system work? Fouling cleaning through Altum is done by externally applying the system to any liquid carrying equipment without the need to do any changes to them or the production process. The externally installed power ultrasound system is capable to clean almost any dirt, like biofouling, mineral scaling and chemical fouling in just a few minutes. A full animation
of the clamp-on external attachment and cleaning process can be found here: https://vimeo.com/221560292 Aside from reducing industrial fouling and energy consumption, the Finnish startup is planning to adapt their technology to purify water, use it in ballast water management systems, treat contaminated soil, and eliminate bacteria such as legionella. All this while improving the health of workers and people by helping eliminate different radiation sources, chemicals, and bacteria that arise from different industries.
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Atlas Copco introduces new compact, low maintenance F range refrigerant dryers Atlas Copco has introduced its new F range of professional refrigerant dryers that combine reliable, energy-efficient performance and a low maintenance requirement. This range has been designed with a simple space-saving vertical concept for easy plug-and-play installation. The new F range of refrigerant dryers has been developed for compressor applications where air quality is less critical, therefore requiring a lower initial investment than for more advanced dryer solutions. The simple, vertical design provides ready access for servicing and contributes to lower maintenance costs. The compact 0.21 m2 footprint allows for easy installation into an existing air system, with the dryers suitable for a wide variety of dry air applications; such as pneumatic tools and controls, painting, packaging and injection moulding, together with vehicle maintenance including tyre inflation. In addition, thanks to their stable pressure dewpoint, as low as 7°C/45°F, the dryers are ideally suited for applications requiring ISO 8573 Class 5 air qualit. The F range dryers remove residual moisture from compressed air by cooling it down close to freezing point, condensing the water, which is then automatically drained. The dry air is warmed before leaving the unit via an airto-air heat exchanger with an integrated water separator thus ensuring a constant flow of air without moisture content to prevent corrosion damage to pipework, tools and equipment, increasing their lifetime while minimising the risk of costly leaks in compressed air pipework. The full range comprises twelve models in total: seven, the F5, F10, F15, F20, F30, F40, F50 and F60, have a maximum working pressure of 16 bar and an air treatment capacity ranging from 5 to 60 l/s respectively. The other five models are the F70, F90, F110 and F130, with a working pressure of 13 bar and throughputs from 70 to 130 l/s. The F5 up to F50 units operate with R134a refrigerant, while the remainder of the range utilises R404A refrigerant. A major component of the F-range dryers is the hot gas bypass valve, which safeguards capacity and maintains constant pressure in the evaporator to prevent freezing, even in extreme production environments. Other important features include the timer drain that ensures complete removal of the condensate, and the refrigerant filter that is designed to protect the capillary tube from dirt particle blockage and contamination. The F-range fits well within the existing portfolio of refrigerant dryers. This added new range contributes to the comprehensive offering of compressed air dryers by Atlas Copco Compressors. Learn more at www.atlascopco.co.uk/compressorsuk 17 | AMP Magazine Issue 37
Introduces the NEW LR 35 Vertical Buffer Module unveiled at Offshore Europe 2017 Kardex will unveil The LR35 at Offshore Europe 2017, Aberdeen. This latest solution addresses the growing customer demand for greater operational flexibility, speed and accuracy. The LR35 provides this as no other ASRS system can; delivering individual tote bins to the operator whilst allowing the option of replenishment (putaways) at the same time. Whether for an e-delivery customer who needs quick-picking order turnaround or a kitting/ assembly operation where transparency and accuracy are the “must-haves�, the LR35 simplifies fast accurate picking requirements for customers. Using standard size containers/cartons, the LR35 has the ability to bring just the item that the operator requires, not merely a tray or shelf from which a selection is made. The software for LR35 is web-based and can be used in conjunction with a wide range of hardware. Also at the show visitors will be introduced to the Kardex new remote access software innovation which delivers a quicker service response, proactive monitoring 24/7, immediate problem solving and analysis for product data. Find out more about how you can benefit by visiting us on stand no. 5A91 or contact Kardex today. T 0844 939 0800 info.remstar.uk@kardex.com www.kardex-remstar.co.uk www.kardex-remstar.com
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Leading Motor Manufacturer Supports Excellence WEG is a premier manufacturer and supplier of automation, control and distribution equipment to the world market, with global sales exceeding US$3 billion. Worldwide, WEG is probably best known for its extensive range of electric motors, producing tens-of-millions annually. However, this is just one part of the company’s overall activities; WEG is also a major systems supplier, providing turnkey solutions including wind power systems, solar systems, motors, geared motors, electrical panels, inverter drives, soft starters, PLCs, high and low voltage switchgear, transformers and software. In addition to standard low, medium and high voltage motors, WEG offers its W22 range of high-efficiency three phase induction motors featuring many innovative developments. The W22 range offers both IE3 and IE4 efficiency rated motors for safe and hazardous areas starting from 0.12kW power rating as standard IEC frame sizes. Also available from WEG are a full range of NEMA standard motors to efficiency classes as required across the World. WEG has been a member of the AEMT for many years, which underpins its commitment to support and promote industry within the UK. Sponsorship of the inaugural AEMT Awards programme provides the opportunity to help establish the association as one of the most active in the UK. WEG’s experience with the AEMT has been extremely positive and this event will no doubt cement our ongoing relationship and help the industry move forward to tackle the challenges of the future. We wish all those companies entering the awards the very best of luck and look forward to celebrating industry excellence on Wednesday 29th November 2017.
Big Ben bongs to be silenced as engineering works reach critical stage will drive the clock hands until the Great Clock is reinstated The Great Clock, considered by many to be one of the finest and most innovative mechanical clocks ever to be built, is operated by a custom-built Victorian mechanism that relies on gravity to trigger the renowned bongs. At midday on Monday 21st August, Big Ben’s famous bongs will sound for the last time for four years, as a major conservation project on Westminster’s iconic tower reaches a critical stage. As part of the complex series of works, the tower’s Great Clock will be dismantled piece by piece with each cog examined and restored. The four dials will be carefully cleaned, the glass repaired, the cast iron framework renewed, and the hands will be removed and refurbished. A modern electric motor
To stop the bells the striking hammers will be locked and the bell disconnected from the clock mechanism, allowing the Great Clock to continue telling the time silently. Parliament’s specialist clock makers will ensure that Big Ben can still bong for important national events such as New Year’s Eve and Remembrance Sunday. The bells will resume their regular time keeping duties in the course of 2021. The Great Bell, popularly called Big Ben, weighs 13.7 tonnes and strikes every hour to the note of E. It is
accompanied by four quarter bells, which chime every 15 minutes Cast at the Whitechapel Bell Foundry in 1858, Big Ben weighs 13.7 tonnes and is one of the largest bells in the UK. The current Big Ben is actually the second Bell manufactured for the tower. An earlier bell, cast in 1856, was irreparably damaged thanks to the original striking hammer being too heavy. The bongs last fell silent for maintenance in 2007, and prior to that between 1983-5 as part of a previous large-scale refurbishment programme. Commenting on the current works, Steve Jaggs, Keeper of the Great Clock, said: “This essential programme of works will safeguard the clock on a long term basis, as well as protecting and preserving its home – the Elizabeth Tower.” 19 | AMP Magazine Issue 37
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