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UNISIG TAKES YOUR DEEP HOLE DRILLING PRODUCTION FURTHER

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What’s in this month 4 Editor Recommends 7-9 Print & Packaging Update

UNISIG Machinery Brian James Trailers Vertikal Days Show Review

Medmix Environmental

Industry Update covers a range of activities in the UK market – from publishing to training, from exhibitions to general updates. Our aim is to reach genuine buyers within the UK. With exciting and insightful updates in the UK industries, Industry Update covers a huge range of marketing possibilities and provides a fantastic service with cost-effective prices to promote your products and services.

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10-11 PPMA Review – Top Exhibitors 12 Centrifugal Pump Manufacturer Company of the Month

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17 Handling & Storage Update 20-25 Test & Measurement Update 27-30 Pumps & Valves Update

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34-35 Electronics Update 38-39 Health & Safety Update

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Editor Recommends

Six days instead of six months delivery M Hidealoo launches space changing foldaway toilet bracket

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further benefit of folding the pan away is that it stays dry.

idealoo’s moveable frame offers a smart solution, whether creating a sleek design feature, or aiding the installation of toilets in small and hard to fit spaces.

It allows a toilet to be swivelled 90º meaning it can be hidden inside a cavity wall or cabinet. As well as creating more flexible floor space and additional counter areas, this gives greater options for homes where adding a new bathroom may not otherwise be possible. For example, allowing a toilet to be fitted within a utility room cupboard, bedroom wardrobe, or underneath loft eaves.

For wet rooms, as well as allowing the same space to be used as a shower, a

The frame is manufactured in Britain and works with any standard UK wall hung ceramic pan and 110mm waste pipe. It has been tested to hold 400kg in weight and successfully operated through 250,000+ cycles.

It is already proving popular for a diverse range of uses and dwellings, from period and prime residences, to traditional family homes, modern new builds, flats and hotels.

T +44 (0)1420 557564 contact@hidealoo.com www.hidealoo.com

otor customers in the UK appreciate Menzel Elektromotoren’s fast delivery capability. Two of them recently contacted the German family-run company after experiencing motor failures, which meant that the water supply to 30,000 households was threatened and production in a cement plant was halted. After delivery times of only six and ten days, respectively, both the pump and the cement mill could be restarted in the shortest imaginable time. Faced with unexpected downtime due to equipment failures, customers often cannot afford to wait for a motor manufactured from scratch – standard delivery times in higher output ranges start at six months.

Menzel has proven a strong partner in an emergency, quickly configuring suitable motor systems for a wide range of high-output applications from its large, diverse stock of motors, cooling units and ancillary equipment – such as the current two jobs for British customers. The squirrel-cage pump motor has a nominal output of 1380kW operating

Menzel’s large warehouse and modular design for motors and coolers allow fast delivery of tailored motor systems for industrial applications (here: 2,000kW 11kV cement mill motor)

at 3,300V. The slip-ring motor for a cement mill delivers 2,000kW at 11kV. Its special features are increased ingress protection rated IP55 and a closed cooling system with a top-mounted air-to-air heat exchanger (cooling type IC 611), ideal for dusty environments and large temperature fluctuations.

Large industrial motors from stock and quickly tailored to order: https://www.menzel-motors.com/ article/large-lv-mv-hv-motors

Safety is our priority

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e are MacClancy and Sons Ltd, a family run business, providing your industry with the best Explosion Protection equipment for the best price.

in safety protection, improving certification testing with European Notified Body INERIS to reflect real world conditions and improve the latest EN Standards.

We offer high-quality Explosion Protection equipment from our wide range of Vent Panels, Flameless Vents and Isolation Valves as well as Sensors, Environmental and Safety Protection.

Detailed information on VigilEx® equipment and accessories can be found attached to this email and certification and technical drawings are available, free of charge, online at vigilexuk.com

The products we provide are competitively priced thanks to our exclusive contract to supply the UK with VigilEx® Safety Protection equipment.

Everything we supply is fully ATEX, NFPA and EN certified for all types of combustible dust up to 250Kst. Rest assured that our manufacturing partners STiF are leading the way

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Machinery Update

Industrial market in transition: Denny Precision Ltd. relies on Surplex for machine auction

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hen closing a business, many challenges arise for the owner. It is wise to seek the help of a specialist for the sale of used machinery during a business closure. The English Engineering company Denny Precision Ltd. also relied on experts: Over 100 machines are up for auction at the industrial auction platform Surplex closing on 28th June.

Machine auction after business closure Denny Precision Ltd., a respected company in metal processing, has made a difficult decision given the increasingly demanding market situation: the closure of the company. Therefore, the inventory, including the operational and manufacturing equipment, is now being offered for sale through the industrial auction house Surplex.

The industrial market in the United Kingdom is facing a series of unprecedented challenges. The consequences of Brexit are among the greatest difficulties. Trade barriers, customs duties, and supply chain issues are troubling companies. The procurement of raw materials and spare parts can become a bottleneck, while competitive pressure is steadily increasing.

Until 28/06/2023, you can browse and bid on the rich offer from Denny Precision Ltd. on Surplex.com. This sale includes many 5-axis multi-pallets machining centres, a FANUC Robodrill automated system, many late-model STAR Swiss machines, and much more. The systems are in showroom condition and under power. An on-site inspection in Norwich is possible by arrangement.

Interested parties can also browse through the factory hall via a virtual online 3D tour.

Added to this are geopolitical influences such as the aftermath of the pandemic and political tensions that exacerbate supply chain problems and drive-up prices.

The rising energy costs add to the economic strains. For companies that are struggling to maintain their production capacity under these conditions, closing the business may be the only way out – especially if rising costs unsettle the buyer base or if a succession arrangement cannot be found.

When a company is dissolved, disposing of the inventory is one of the hard steps to take.

The competent partner for used machinery However, it is often difficult to know how to get the most out of buying or selling a machine. In this context, Surplex offers an excellent solution with its full-service offering to support interested parties in their purchase or sale of used

machinery. Surplex is a globally active industrial auction house for trading in metal, wood, construction machinery, and other industries. With locations in 16 European countries, companies can count on competent support tailored precisely to the requirements and regulations of their region.

Antony Reed is the Surplex Country Manager for the UK. As an expert in the UK machinery trade, he emphasises the importance of the symbiosis between online trade and simultaneous full-service offer: “Surplex takes pride in being the fastest growing auction platform in the UK. This success is rooted in our unique understanding of our customers’ needs and expectations. It is crucial for UK businesses to engage directly with local partners. Our platform enables exactly that, providing utmost efficiency and trust.”

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In these turbulent times, companies need a reliable partner more than ever. A partner who safely navigates them on the rough sea of the used machinery market and who helps them to clear their production halls on time and cost-effectively.

UNISIG makes significant investment in plant technology and equipment

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NISIG, a global manufacturer of deep hole drilling machines, has invested $1.5 million in stateof-the-art technology and equipment for the company’s newly constructed 5,000-square-foot fabrication department.

in UNISIG’s product line. By producing many of its parts in-house, the company can preserve and maintain the quality and quantity of its components while optimising the mix of parts that are made internally versus those that are outsourced for production.

The expansion supports the company’s strategy to develop in-house, design-to-finish production of high-quality sheet metal components used

The investment includes the installation of fibre laser cutting equipment, and a 242-ton capacity press brake with a 7-axis programmable back gage, all of which utilises 3D programming and simulation software. The software and training for the company’s workforce were part of the investment, along with the hiring of additional personnel.

The company’s new fabrication capabilities will also serve as an inspiration and catalyst for ongoing development and advances in machine design that will have an immediate impact on the value UNISIG brings to its

customers now and in the future, said UNISIG CEO, Anthony Fettig.

“The most exciting part of this investment from my view is the opportunity to fundamentally change how we think about the design of fabricated components. Our engineers will be inspired by the manufacturing innovations generated by the precision fabrication team and what we can do with these state-of-the-art production capabilities,” Fettig said.

UNISIG’s fabrication enhancements also include MIG and TIG welding with advanced digital process control and weld boom with power assist.

A modular fixture system provides precision component setup from 3D models, while a vertical pallet system stores raw sheet material.

To assist department personnel, vacuum sheet lifting equipment and updated bridge crane controls make for easy material handling.

Further information on all machines and the complete UNISIG machine programme is available at: www.unisig.com or follow the company on LinkedIn and Twitter (@UNISIG).

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Print & Packaging Update

Stylographics sets new trends with Marc Jacobs and Soyang Europe The large-format print and Fabrication Company recently used Print Floor from Soyang Europe to help create an eye-catching retail display for world famous design brand Marc Jacobs

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atford-based large-format print and specialist fabrication company Stylographics recently used Print Floor from Soyang Europe to produce a striking retail window display for global fashion brand Marc Jacobs.

A diversified business, Stylographics works with clients across a wide range of markets, producing all kinds of inspiring print applications. The company counts a number of high-profile brands amongst its customers including Costa Coffee, Lindt, Primark, Sony and Netflix.

Among these clients is Marc Jacobs, which has partnered with Stylographics on a series of projects to showcase its brand in a number of innovative ways.

The latest collaboration was a retail window display at one of Marc Jacobs’ stores.

Stylographics was tasked with creating an eye-catching display that would help draw the attention of passers-by and tempt them into the store to view some of the latest products from Marc Jacobs.

The design featured a bold black and white pattern that was to stretch around the entire window frame.

With this in mind, Stylographics opted to use Print Floor, a PVC flooring material from Soyang Europe ideal for use in

applications such as floor graphics and retail displays. Stylographics used its Durst P10 250HS UV inkjet printer to print the design onto the material.

“Having used Print Floor from Soyang Europe for a number of years and on a whole range of projects, we knew straight away that this application would require the same solution,” said Siobhan Storey, Marketing Manager, at Stylographics.

“What stands out for us and what we like the most about Print Floor is that it is a very hard-wearing and reliable product; we rely on it time and time again for all sorts of applications.”

Stylographics is a long-term customer of Soyang Europe, having worked together for more than 10 years. Speaking about this relationship, Siobhan said that the service from Soyang Europe goes much further than simply supplying and delivering materials.

“Soyang Europe are always on hand for advice and technical back up when required,” Siobhan said. “As Stylographics is an innovative company, we are impressed by the range of materials they hold and we are always keen to see new products they bring to the market.”

Please contact T +44 (0)161 765 3400 sales@soyang.co.uk www.soyang.co.uk

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Print & Packaging Update

Soyang and Josero appointed resellers for Vivid Laminating Technologies’ Veloblade range

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he agreement will cover the entire portfolio of VeloBlade machines, with Soyang Europe and Josero to focus on the Nexus range in particular.

Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media and surface coverings, and – through its acquisition of Josero – a supplier of leading edge wide and superwideformat print production hardware, are delighted to announce that they have been appointed as approved resellers of the VeloBlade range of digital die cutters from leading print finishing manufacturer Vivid Laminating Technologies.

Customers will be able to access the full range of market leading digital cutting solutions through Soyang Europe and Josero.

The partnership officially launches at The Print Show 2023, which takes place from 19-21 September at the NEC in Birmingham.

Soyang Europe and Josero will offer customers access to the entire VeloBlade collection but will primarily focus on the highly popular Nexus range, which includes the VeloBlade Nexus 2516, a wide-format digital die cutter with a bed size of 2,500mm x 1,600mm.

User-friendly features on the machine include an automatic cut depth setting, while when combined with a CNC router, the system enables users to work with stocks up to 25mm thick including materials such as Dibond, MDF and acrylic.

To showcase the leading quality of VeloBlade cutting to customers, Soyang Europe and Josero have purchased a VeloBlade Nexus 2516 for live demonstrations at their showroom in Accrington.

“We have done our due diligence on other solutions and are really excited to be partnering with Vivid on this product,” Soyang Europe and Josero Group Sales Director Sarah Fenna said. “We have worked with Vivid for many years selling their laminator range and we already have a trading relationship. We were flattered when Vivid approached us to discuss expanding this arrangement. The fact that VeloBlade

machines are manufactured and assembled in the UK is key for us; they are very well built and offer tremendous value for money to users. Our technical team is looking forward to working with customers to help them identify the best solution for their business.”

The machine will also be in action on the Vivid Laminating Technologies stand (C01) at The Print Show 2023.

Delivering quality solutions to customers Lewis Evans, Managing Director of Vivid, adds, “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with a great company. We have worked with Soyang Europe and

Josero previously on our Easymount machines and it was a really sensible move to partner with them on our VeloBlade range.

“They have a space in their portfolio for a top-quality digital cutter and router. We fit the bill mainly because of the aftercare service we offer at Vivid. If they were to buy in kit from abroad, customers would not get the support that they require and Soyang Europe and Josero pride themselves on. Vivid is able to offer highquality support with our expert customer service team in the UK. “It’s not just the quality of the product but how well their customers will be looked after when the sale completes.”

Lewis also spoke about the potential to expand the relationship with Soyang Europe and Josero further, saying that like Vivid, the company is committed to ongoing R&D to bring more solutions to market.

“The people that work at Soyang Europe and Josero was one of the main drivers behind the new deal,” Lewis said. “Like us, they are very forward-thinking and committed to developing new and innovative products. They know there will be new products coming soon from us that they can add to their portfolio and offer to their customers.”

Visitors to The Print Show 2023 can find out more about the new partnership and speak with Vivid, Soyang Europe and Josero experts on the Vivid Laminating Technologies stand.

Vivid will also be launching its brand new VeloBlade Board Runner at The Print Show. This solution will auto-feed the substrate onto all models in the VeloBlade range, removing the need for manual hand loading by operators.

See the VeloBlade Nexus Promo Video: https://youtu.be/KWfDRztirPg Please visit: https://soyang.co.uk or https://www.josero.com

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Training Update

EEMUA Training for Industrial Engineers

When you need it, where you need it, and how you need it

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ree from shareholders and owners, EEMUA is the industrial engineering community’s not-for-profit association that invests all its revenue into sharing practical guidance resources, events, training, and more – all developed ‘for industry, by industry’ and proven by engineers in everyday use over more than 70 years for efficient and safe industrial engineering.

Offering blended, live online, classroom, e-learning, and in-house options, with multiple language choices throughout each year and certification up to 5 years, EEMUA’s courses cover: Mechanical Integrity; Storage Tanks; Electrical, Instrumentation, Cyber Security, and Control; Subsea Engineering; and more.

As well as training, EEMUA incorporates experts’ guidance in publications, free checklists and industry events…

Open to all, EEMUA’s next events and training include: EEMUA Storage Tanks Seminar – 30th November 2023 – Rotterdam, NL – 09:00-16:15 Rotterdam, NL time – covering: Regulatory View; Current research projects relating to tank storage; Gas Storage; EEMUA Publications ‘Speed Dating’ Part 1; EEMUA Publications ‘Panel Session’ Part 2; Mothballing of Storage Tanks; Guidance for statistical analysis for tank floor inspection (New EEMUA Publication); professional networking; Continuing Professional Development and more.

EEMUA 194 Subsea Engineering Basics course – Blended learning for Live Online classes, 1-1 tutorials and more – 8th April 2024 – 3rd May 2024 – covering: practical design, specification, commissioning, operation, repair, maintenance, and refurbishment of ageing and new underwater energy production equipment. Course Tutors incorporate decades of expert materials corrosion experience with the distilled know how of industry that’s captured in the ‘how to’ guidance of EEMUA Publication 194 – for learning with reality built in and interaction with seasoned experts’ to ensure Learners’ understanding is correct from the outset.

EEMUA 159 TankAssessor course – 22nd-25th January 2024 – Live Online UK time – covering: the design, material and fabrication aspects of tank construction with respect to repair or restrictions of use after degradation in service; principles, output and limitations of inspection methods and techniques; making sound assessments of storage tanks and their foundations’ integrity; offering guidance on repairs. With a subsequent exam to earn or renew a five-year certificate of competence, the course is open to all with the correct experience.

Find more information on EEMUA Events and other resources at: www.eemua.org, or phone: +44 (0)20 7488 0801, or ask@eemua.org to make EEMUA’s many resources work best for you and your team.

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Review – Top Exhibitors

PPMA Show 2023: A massive success

The complete service – from single machines to turnkey projects P

PMA 2023 proved a great success and Enterprise Tondelli are already booking a larger space for next year.

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he UK’s leading processing and packaging machinery exhibition, the PPMA Show, has once again been a triumph, with thousands of visitors filling hall 5 at the NEC Birmingham, ready to scale up their businesses.

The exhibition hall was busy every day, showcasing the latest in processing and packaging machinery, robotics and industrial vision systems. Known for its broad range of cutting-edge technology on display, this year’s show did not disappoint. The reputation of the show for being at the forefront of innovation attracts an ever-increasing number of visitors from all over the world. Visitor registrations exceeded those of the previous years, and exhibitors at PPMA were quick to reap the benefits of the high footfall and were keen to help the visitors find the right solution for their needs.

PPMA Show 2023 was an invaluable opportunity for buyers to see the latest

products and technologies from an impressive lineup of over 300 exhibitors and 2,600 brands.

The fantastic networking opportunities at the Show provided visitors with a large choice of impressive exhibitors to talk to face-toface; giving them the perfect opportunity to learn about the latest technology and solutions available and how they could be implemented into their businesses.

This year’s show also featured a captivating seminar programme with impressive presentations by over 25 leading industry experts such as Cassandra Stavrou of PROPER Snacks, Chris Corkan from Make UK, and Dimitrios Spiliopoulos from Amazon Web Services, not to mention Ross Verrall of NVIDIA EMEA. Next year’s PPMA Show will take place 24th-26th September 2024 at the NEC Birmingham. www.ppma.co.uk

An innovation showcased by Baumer and Enterprise are machines that can handle wraparound cartons for 24 and 12 cans in a wraparound carton with corrugated board. In addition, we can now handle kraft board material to produce an FEC or fully enclosed fridge pack carton! This can be 4, 6’s, 8’s or 12’s too and means the marketing department or budding entrepreneur has almost no limits! Even in a limited space. Machines speeds start at 20 packs per minute and can be up to 65-70 packs per minute.

3,000cph, 6,000cph, 12,000cph and 25,000cph canning lines. A popular size is the compact plug and play 24 valve rotary can filler rated at 12,000 cans per hour and complete with flow meter volumetric filling for very accurate fill with reduced product losses. Features include static can and electro pneumatic valve controls to allow very flexible setting of parameters for different products.

Ask about the new Rouge machine – the complete plastic free solution designed to reduce the use of raw material and lowering pollution………

The range includes can fillers up to 80,000 cans per hour. ▼ Four sizes of bottling line: 1,500bph, 6,000bph, 9,000bph and 24,000bph.

Baumer manufacturer shrink wrappers up to 200 cycles per minute and wraparound cartonners for 75 per minute as well as combined cartonner/shrink wrappers etc.

Complete with conveyors, pasteurisers, labellers, depalletisers and packaging.

We also had audio-visual displays of recent Enterprise canning and bottling projects including four sizes of canning line:

Not the size you need? Talk to us and we will design the line to suit.

Whatever your requirements, please visit: www.enterprisetondelli.co.uk

Clearview Imaging: Machine vision technology experts A

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enray Forming are Global Leaders in innovation, development, and efficient operation of both Vertical and Horizontal Forming Sets. We have a wide customer base including several leading OEM machinery manufacturers alongside key high-profile Blue-Chip global food producers. Kenray focuses on all aspects of quality from looking after and helping our suppliers, stakeholders, staff and of course our customers.

Kenray has a long history of Research and Development where we have developed several time and money saving solutions for our customers to use. We use our unique forward engineered and highly advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure concise and highly efficient operation of our products on customers production machinery.

We have been instrumental in providing durable, consistent and repeatable high-quality components for many large installations around the globe with absolute accuracy and on-time delivery.

Our real strength is our ability to discover innovative timely and relevant solutions to our customer’s needs and requirements.

Kenray have been involved in successful sustainability trials and development including bringing sustainable packaging and paper film solutions to the market for household name global companies.

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If you require the best quality and most efficient packaging solutions, then Kenray is the partner of choice for your business.

Contact Details: Dan Atkin, Group Sales Manager M +44 (0)7972 862013 danatkin@kenrayglobal.com Alberto Ambrosino, Head of Sales (Europe) T +39 320 410 30 70 albertoambrosino@kenrayglobal.com Phill Loxely, Head of Research and Development (Group) M +44 (0)7930 500248 philliploxely@kenrayglobal.com Katie Wood, Field Sales Executive (UK) M +44 (0)7870 513617 katiewood@kenrayglobal.com Amrita Badwal, Internal Sales and Corporate Account Management M +44 (0)7525 766080 amritabadwal@kenrayglobal.com Stacey Woulidge, After Sales and Service Lead (UK) M +44 (0)7930 500521 staceywoulidge@kenrayglobal.com www.kenrayglobal.com

t the PPMA show, Clearview exhibited a range of advanced machine vision solutions, showcasing their in-house engineering expertise and team of A3 Certified Vision Professional qualified experts.

Their demonstrations delivered their promise of ‘future-focused machine vision’: Label Inspection with Zebra’s Smart Imaging: “Our system combines computerless edge-based machine vision with Zebra’s smart scanning to ensure precise shipping label accuracy, preventing logistic delays and reputation damage.

Zebra’s Iris GTX camera, paired with Design Assistant X and Zebra VS40 scanner, guarantees label quality, with easy management through Aurora software.”

3D Imaging with AltiZ: “Zebra’s AltiZ 3D profile camera, along with Design Assistant X, offers depth information for improved factory line quality control. This technology effectively addresses challenges such as stacked quantities, embossed text, and regulatory compliance.”

Substance Inspection with Hyperspectral Line Scanning: “This specialised demo employs hyperspectral wavelengths and line scan techniques to inspect substances, particularly vital in the food & beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. This technology

ensures product integrity and quality, guarding against contamination.”

Deep Learning Classification for Food Products: “Our high-speed food inspection demo used deep learning classification through Zebra Aurora Design Assistant X and Iris GTX camera, differentiating between various cupcake types for precise quality control.”

You can find out more by getting in touch over at: www.clearview-imaging.com/en/ contact T 01844 217270 info@clearview-imaging.com www.clearview-imaging.com

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Bringing food safety to you

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or those that missed PPMA 2023 or would like to show the inspection highlights colleagues, Fortress Technology is touring the country bringing its latest metal detection and check-weighing technology direct to your gates.

Equipped with a retail-spec Vector conveyor metal detector, Raptor checkweigher and a Combi system, the new Fortress demo van is saving processors valuable time and money.

A Food processors are benefiting from equipment presentations delivered on-site inside the new Fortress Technology demo van highlights area sales manager, Jaison Anand.

Arranged by appointment only, Fortress colleagues simply park the van close by – space allowing in your company car park – and open the doors. From getting to grips with the equipment first-hand, to exclusive live demos and detailed metal detection and checkweighing test reports, employees can visit the new Fortress van without disrupting production.

A quick visit from the Fortress demo van reduces the collective carbon footprint for processors. “The beauty of our demo van is it can fit around everyone’s needs, production schedules and project timelines,”

Staff enquires can all be addressed in a single visit. One trip enables the engineering, technical, quality, finance, procurement and management departments to view Fortress equipment and ask practical questions.

Site visits are filling up fast. Email: marketing-fte@fortresstechnology.com to book a personal tour of the latest Fortress Technology inspection equipment.

Contact T +44 (0)1295 256266 www.fortresstechnology.co.uk

t Volkmann, ideas are born that find a home with customers all over the world. These ideas can benefit an individual customer application or can improve the general process solutions we offer.

Volkmann, engineers and manufactures high-quality, high-performance pneumatic conveying systems including pneumatic vacuum conveyors, additive manufacturing material handling systems, bulk bag unloaders, rip and tip stations, hoists, delumpers, dust collection systems, and weighing and dosing systems to offer a complete, fully contained powder handling system for the safe material transfer of fine chemicals, granules, pellets, tablets and small components. Volkmann systems are particularly well-suited to dust-tight, segregation-free and damage-free powder

Thermal Printer Support Ltd (TPS), the UK’s leading specialist supplier of thermal transfer and direct thermal printers, says disposing of liner labelling material remains challenging. It’s driving a growing demand for alternative, greener linerless label printers as companies are under growing pressure from government and consumers to reduce waste associated with liner labels, often ending up in landfill.

Linerless solutions are used successfully for many applications, from food and beverage to pharmaceutical labelling, retail and parcel delivery. Available as desktop

printers or in-line print and apply solutions, you’ll get more uptime with up to 50% more labels each roll and no fiddly removal of backing paper before application…

Time savings from this alone are huge!

Laser goes further, eliminating consumables altogether…A huge cost-saving for any business!

With no downtime changing ribbons or labels as you can mark directly onto most products, productivity goes skyhigh! Laser marking is also permanent, so great for counterfeit prevention, traceability or use-by marking. Marking at speeds of up to 540m/minute, it far exceeds what’s possible with thermal transfer or direct thermal printing.

T 01527 523242 www.thermalprintersupport.com www.dkcodingsolutions.com

The developments of our team are versatile and ingenious. As a partner in the process, we take on responsibility for the success, the safety, and the reliability of the final solution.

Volkmann supports customers in solving their conveying tasks, from the idea right up to the finished plant. This is our strength.

T 01494 512228 https://uk.volkmann.info

Harford Control celebrates great success at PPMA 2023

Thermal Printer Support: W The UK’s leading specialist supplier L abels are everywhere!

And we certainly take labels for granted. But what about the hidden cost of waste behind traditional labelling?

handling under vacuum. With features such as ‘No-Tools’ disassembly and easy cleaning, as well as designs conforming to cGMP standards, air-driven Multijector® vacuum generation and ATEX certification for explosion-proof applications – it’s no wonder Volkmann is leading the industry with powder and granule pneumatic conveying solutions.

e were delighted to return to the PPMA Show at NEC, Birmingham this year. We achieved great success and were pleased to meet both our old friends and to make new ones from a wide range of businesses.

Understanding performance improvement, we presented unique and holistic solutions to help address increasing challenges within the manufacturing supply chain.

Facing joint challenges such as supply chain disruptions, rising raw material prices, sustainability and environmental concerns, many manufacturers actively sought advanced digital solutions to ensure product quality, reduce wastage, and improve production performance internally, whilst eliminating the paper chase. Also, through smart integration, we offered a cost effective alternative to piece meal systems.

What we did differently at PPMA this year was collaborating with our strategic partner, Visicon, to present machine vision with AI-based edge learning capability, simplifying the vision training process and improving accuracy, compared to earlier and alternative Vision technologies.

In addition, as Harford constantly strives to improve our client experience, we have expanded and updated our range to show our very latest solutions at the show for the first time.

Our end-to-end MIS/MES provides best

practice benefits in: ▼ Risk Reduction & Consistency ▼ Wastage Reduction ▼ Compliance ▼ Efficiency Improvements ▼ Yield Optimisation ▼ Energy Tracking “Our current integrated solutions, more than ever, reflect our commitment to continuous improvement and our dedication to helping manufacturers enhance performance, leading to sustained profitability.” – James Green, Business Improvement Manager at Harford Control.

The show provided little more than an introduction to Harford technologies. Every serious exhibition enquiry will be diligently followed up with site visits and factory walkthroughs, where appropriate. Here’s where the real work begins.

The Harford system is built to scale across entire factories, from goods-in to despatch. With Harford's MIS/MES solution, all productionrelated information is available within a single system. All collected data is analysed, prioritised & distributed to networked PCs, laptops, tablets and mobile phones, in real time, so your operators can make adjustments and managers make better informed decisions immediately.

We help factories eliminate risk, reduce wastage and improve efficiency by turning data into actionable information with endto-end MIS/MES. If you didn’t make it to the show, please visit our website at: https://www.harfordcontrol.com or give us a call on: +44 (0)1225 764461.

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Centrifugal Pump Manufacturer Company of the Month

Flexible in Fluid: Innovative pumping solutions

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n this issue of Industry Update, we are delighted to select Apex Pumps as our Centrifugal Pump Manufacturer Company of the Month.

Award-winning Apex Pumps has been a leading UK centrifugal pump manufacturer for 35 years and is a proud global exporter of quality British craftmanship. The Staple Hill 20,000 sq. ft.

Facility in Bristol has an on-site foundry, testing capabilities, stock holdings all equipped with the latest CAD software and CNC machines.

With an intrinsic focus on quality, Apex Pumps manufacture pumps in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 9001-2015 standards and is a committed member of both the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) and British Engineering Manufacturers Association (BEMA).

Originally established in 1988 by founder Nick Sole, the company was sold to current Managing Director: Andrew Simpson and Sales Director: Sam Kemp via MBO in 2021. The team comprises of dedicated craftsmen, fitter, welders, design engineers and enthusiastic sales staff, working like a family to proudly manufacture quality ‘Made in Britain’ pumps.

We spoke to Managing Director: Andrew Simpson to find out more about this mighty Bristol company, “We are a Centrifugal Pump manufacturer providing bespoke and specialised pumping solutions. We work with many pump users and skid packagers across many industries including: aquaculture, petrochemical, building services, agriculture, general industry, power, chemical and off shore.”

“Apex’s unique ability to understand customers’ requirements and offer pumping solutions to the customers exact requirements with special materials, seal arrangements, pump orientation and many other custom arrangements, puts us ahead of the crowd. We are lucky enough to house some fabulous on-site facilities, including: fabrication, machining, UK component stock holding and our own on-site foundry.”

“We are happy to offer drop-in replacement pumps on competitive lead times where the existing pump is now obsolete. Matching the pump dimensions and meeting

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or improving the pump hydraulics, negating the need for expensive and involved work to modify pipework and civil works that a new pump may require. This can be offered across our pump ranges. For example, we have recently worked with a customer who had a pump produced in 1978 and we were happy to assist by replacing this pump with a more updated version.”

The range of pumps manufactured is extensive and includes the following: TD Pumps, TC Pumps, ISF Pumps, API Pumps,

TVL Pumps, ESL Pumps, ISFC Pumps, HP/HV Pumps, EMF Pumps, HS Pumps, Vortex Pumps and Coating Pumps.

The TD Pumps are pretty ubiquitous, with discharge sizes from 32mm to 250mm, with a handy Back pull-out design for easy maintenance. These pumps adhere to DIN 24255 standards and ATEX Directive 2014/32/EU, are ideally suited to a wide range of liquids and can work alongside a Vortex impeller. With maximum operating flow rates up to 1,080m3/hr and discharge flange sizes from 32mm-250mm, the TD Pumps are designed for working under pressure in many diverse applications. These include: water supply, air conditioning, seawater, cooling water, heating circulation, oils solvents and many more. The Apex Pumps spares team can support the pumps throughout long lifecycles, leaving customers rest assured of minimal downtime.

high pressure and temperatures. Customers can choose from steel, stainless steel, duplex stainless steel and titanium pumps, with the Back pull-out design once again offering easy maintenance. These precision-designed pumps are flawless in engineering and craftsmanship, offering maximum flow rates up to 900m3/hr and discharge flange sizes from 40mm-200mm.

“Looking ahead to 2024 and beyond, we pledge to continue our Made in Britain pumping solutions, with plans to continue reshoring product to the UK,” concluded Andrew.

For more information on this innovative pump range, please see the website below: T +44 (0)117 907 7555 sales@apexpumps.com https://www.apexpumps.com

If you’re looking for a heavy-duty pump for offshore, or refinery, then the API Pumps are perfect. These robust, API 610 12th edition standard pumps can handle the hardest tasks, including hydro carbons and chemicals, withstanding

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Manufacturing Update

Our proven process: How UNISIG leverages experience & expertise to solve customer challenges future needs. For us, initially working within the boundaries of our catalogue cultivates new ideas that can then be applied to improve our standard products as well as help us direct future research and development budgets.

3. If a standard solution isn’t available, we consider a customised solution and we stand behind it UNISIG is very good at building customised machines, and we do so often. Once we and our customers agree that a special solution is needed, we move forward with a great deal of confidence and experience. We start by evaluating how we might approach the design using standard modules or proven concepts, thus eliminating long debug cycles and/ or high costs. Then we use our mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines to virtually test the new machine before we build it.

One of the key reasons our customers are confident moving forward with a UNISIG custom machine is that they know we will stand behind it and that we have substantial capabilities to ensure it always exceeds their production expectations. We approach these special projects with the mindset that a custom machine will be used for decades in production, which is why we provide the same documentation and long-term technical support for all our machines whether standard or custom.

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or over 40 years, we’ve helped our customers achieve success in deep hole drilling, providing them with the machines, automation and support they need to be competitive and profitable.

We have found that the initial energy we and our customers spend at the beginning of a quoting process pays off throughout the entire project, from inception to installation.

We take a systemised approach not only during this critical phase but also throughout the entire sales process. This ensures there are no surprises and that our customers know exactly what they can expect when starting discussions with UNISIG about their gundrilling and deep hole drilling needs.

This is our approach at UNISIG: 1. We listen to our customers, ask questions and understand what they need This may seem obvious, but often the temptation is there to just skip to a quote because we think we know what is needed after a brief discussion. Sometimes that is true, when the application is straightforward and familiar, or it is something we have a packaged solution for. We always try to make the quoting process quick and efficient, but there are times when the application deserves a more in-depth conversation. Our salespeople and engineers listen very carefully and often pick up on small details – a specific tolerance, material condition, process requirement or a future need for flexibility – that may change our recommendations.

When it makes sense, our experienced sales team or engineers will visit a customer to see what is needed firsthand. Whether a site visit or just a virtual meeting, this initial investment of time to clarify the need saves the customer money and provides them a truly valuable solution.

2. We first identify a standard solution from our product line that can be applied at the lowest cost and shortest delivery possible.

At UNISIG, our product development mindset is to systemise solutions from our experience in many different industries, make them automation ready and embed application flexibility whenever possible. We invest millions of dollars annually in our product line and related spare parts, giving us a strong starting point for new applications. Our standard product line encompasses much more than machines, including standard automation, workholding, accessories and tooling that we can offer as part of the solution.

Once we have identified a standard machine as a starting point, our engineers seek out smart, practical ways to meet the customer’s application needs. The goal is to innovate within the machining operation planning, work holding or automation, as opposed to engineering a completely special solution without first exhausting opportunities to solve problems with standard products.

For our customers, this approach provides them a reliable, standard machine that can be used for many years and that has the built-in flexibility for easy re-tooling to adapt to

4. If a commodity solution is readily available, we recommend that rather than upsell a machine the customer doesn’t need We build machines that can gundrill or BTA drill deep holes that are impossible to drill on machining centres. Even if it may be possible to drill some deep holes on a CNC machining centre, our machines have the power, speed, dimensional accuracy, spindle density, coolant systems and process control that will improve productivity, tool life and reliability.

Typically, though, when a customer comes to UNISIG with a specific part need, at that point they’ve most likely already struggled with a conventional machine and realised that a deep hole drilling machine is obviously the way to go.

However, our team knows how to identify whether or not an application would truly benefit from a UNISIG solution.

When it wouldn’t, we will suggest viable alternatives. It’s not that we don’t want to sell a machine. But the fact is that our experience has shown that at some point the alternativesolution direction becomes obvious, and we want to make that apparent early on in the process so as to avoid wasting a lot of our customer’s time.

Our customers expect the best from us, and we believe that our proven process ensures we never disappoint. Our goal is to leverage our core values to serve our customers as best we can and build strong, productive relationships for years to come. www.unisig.com

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Sound & Vibration Engineering Manufacturing Company of the Year

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n this issue, we are pleased to announce that SPEKTRA GmbH Dresden is our Sound and Vibration Engineering Manufacturing Company of the Year.

In a previous issue, we featured SPEKTRA as our Company of the Month and with the latest advancements in vibration measurement technology, the German powerhouse has taken innovation to the next level.

The new SE-29 high-frequency vibration exciter was showcased at the Automotive Testing Expo 2023 in Novi, Michigan from the 24th-26th October and according to Audrey Stein: Business Development and Marketing Manager, the reception has been positive, “Our new SE-29 vibration exciter is our latest, cuttingedge product. It exhibits more powerful features, such as a very wide frequency range from 3Hz to 50kHz and temperature options. Besides other exciters, the SE-29 can be integrated in the CS Q-LEAP™ calibration systems. The SE-29 is ideally suited for many applications across a wide range of industries. Both our new exciters family and our extended range of measurands for our calibration systems allow you to take your sensor testing to the next level.”

The industry has responded with excitement to this latest offering from SPEKTRA, including this prestigious German national metrology institute, “The new SE-29 high frequency vibration exciter from SPEKTRA has proven that a robust spring-guided exciter can provide quality mechanical vibration, which previously had been achieved only with air-bearing calibration exciters.”

For the aerospace industry, SPEKTRA will be showcasing its extensive range of TESTelligent solutions at the forthcoming Space Tech Exo 2023 in Bremen, Germany from the 14th16th November.

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“Throughout this year, we have focussed on the automotive and aerospace sectors, offering state-of-the-art solutions for testing, calibration and characterisation of sensors. This can include everything from: proximity, yaw rate and angular rate sensors, accelerometers, shock loggers, digital vibration transducers, to surface microphones, speedometers.”

“Our existing CS Q-LEAP calibration systems offer vibration and shock calibration and are now also available for rotation rate.”

“We offer a two-pronged approach: services and products, with an emphasis on premiere quality through. We are delighted to share that we have extended our accreditation for the calibration of GNSS-aided Inertial Navigation Systems (INS). We are the only independent calibration laboratory in Europe to offer accredited calibration for these devices.

We have a lab in Germany and one in the USA, allowing us to easily meet market demand across Europe and North America.”

“Looking to the future, we are hoping to partner with other labs around the world, establishing a truly global brand of high-quality SPEKTRA LABS,” added Audrey.

The good news continue as SPEKTRA is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary next year and in amongst the welldeserved celebrations, the team are planning a roadshow throughout the year. This will increase brand visibility and attract the attention of new customers across many industries.

“We are highly customer-centric and employ the personal touch when we can. This involves lengthy consultations with new and existing customers, asking pertinent questions around objectives, both short and long term. SPEKTRA

comes into its own with bespoke products, we can offer solutions for even the most complex scenarios.”

“Our e-learning platform through our SPEKTRA CAMPUS has been designed and implemented with customer service in mind. The platform allows users to engage in technical, educational online modules and provides the perfect opportunity for training new operators.”

Audrey-Stein, Business Development & Marketing Manager, SPEKTRA

“During the start of November, we will start building the 500th long-stroke vibration exciter APS 113. We acquired the US manufacturer who developed these exciters: APS Dynamics back in 2008 and are excited about the success of these exciters, which we perfectly integrated into the SPEKTRA solutions for modal testing.”

“We are honoured to be selected for the sound and vibration engineering manufacturing Company of the Year and it is testament to the hardworking nature of our colleagues in Europe and America.” concluded Audrey.

Contact T +49 351 400 24 0 sales@spektra-dresden.com https://www.spektra-dresden.com

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Particle Analysis Instrument Supplier Company of the Month

The particle people

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n this issue of Industry Update, we are honoured to select Sympatec as our Particle Analysis Instrument Supplier Company of the Month.

As the pioneer of dispersion and measurement of dry particle systems, Sympatec revolutionised particle size analysis in terms of speed, precision and product adaptability. It was founded as a spin-off of the Technical University of Clausthal in 1984 by engineer Stephan Röthele and partners.

With around 200 employees at more than 20 of its own locations in 12 countries and a network of qualified and long-standing partners, Sympatec has a strong international organisation to open up the industrialised world in more than 80 countries.

Categorising itself as ‘The particle people,’ this privately owned family-company has been hailed as a significant innovator in the development, production and quality-control of even the most challenging particulate systems. The vision of ‘better particles’ characterises the company’s innovation strategy and is implemented by providing the ‘best instruments’ for particle analysation.

With almost 40 years of experience in the field of particle characterisation, Sympatec has widened its portfolio continuously. From dry to wet dispersion,

using laser diffraction, dynamic image analysis, ultrasonic extinction and dynamic light scattering sensors, Sympatec covers a wide range of applications for laboratories and process industries.

This technology leader convinces with the outstanding quality of its measuring systems, a pronounced customer proximity and a recognised application know-how that is second to none.

Andrew France (Andrew France | Sales Director UK & Ireland)

We spoke to Andrew France: Sales Director for UK & Ireland to find out more, “We are based in Bury, near Manchester and offer expert sales and support to our customers across UK and Ireland. Our instruments offer particle analysis across a range of industries, such as building materials, ceramic, food and beverage, metal powders and research, with our biggest customer base from the pharmaceutical sector. We offer on-site demonstrations of our stateof-the-art laboratory systems, for interested parties. Our range of instruments includes sensors, dispersing units, dosing units, sampling, peripherals, and application software. Dry dispersion for example, is ideal for the analysis of dry powders, granulates and fibres, across fine and coarse particles respectively.”

“The RODOS dry disperser works with sample volumes ranging from milligrams to kilograms to offer industry-leading

dry dispersion to our HELOS laser diffraction and QICPIC dynamic image analysis systems.”

“Looking to the future, we are hoping to work more with the upcoming additive and battery technology industries. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is defined as the technologies that essentially construct 3D objects by purposefully adding layers of plastic, metal, concrete, even human tissue. The UK has been an early adopter of Additive Manufacturing and demand is set to increase over the coming years.”

“With battery technology industry, our technologies are ideal for particle size and shape distribution measurements, to offer additional insight into the wet and dry processes employed within battery production.”

Sympatec UK will be exhibiting at the following trade shows: Dry Delivery to the Lungs (DDL): 6th-8th December 2023, Edinburgh International Centre.

For more information, please see the contact details below and website: T +44 (0)161 763 5757 https://www.sympatec.com

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Handling & Storage Update

Springpack: Aero Carbon Fibre Handheld Pallet Wrap Dispenser

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ntroducing the Aero Carbon Fibre Handheld Pallet Wrap Dispenser, an innovative tool designed to improve your pallet wrapping capability and transform your operations.

Crafted with precision from high-performance carbon fibre, this cutting-edge dispenser represents a significant leap forward in the world of hand pallet wrapping.

With a low bottom profile, the dispenser can easily reach and wrap pallet corners, ensuring complete coverage and protection. Its versatility extends to compatibility with a wide range of pallet wrap rolls, making it a versatile addition to your packaging arsenal.

One of the standout features of the Aero Carbon Fibre Dispenser is its remarkable lightweight construction, weighing in at just 0.45 kilograms. This featherweight design makes it a game-changer in the hand pallet wrap market, significantly reducing operator fatigue and increasing wrapping efficiency. Its ergonomic long handle ensures comfort during use, accommodating a variety of grip points for different operators.

The dispenser is optimised for use with Armor Wrap – Hand Pallet Wrap, featuring a convenient twist dial that allows you to adjust the wrap’s tension to your desired level. This precision control ensures a tight and secure wrap application, promoting product protection during transit.

The Aero Dispenser also incorporates a progressive Rapid Roll Change System, making roll changes quick and hassle-free. This feature not only reduces downtime but also minimises user frustrations, streamlining your operations.

At Springpack, we take pride in delivering topnotch service to our customers. You can trust our commitment to excellence, as reflected in our numerous positive reviews on Trustpilot. When you order your Carbon Fibre Pallet Wrap Dispenser from Springpack, you can count on a seamless experience. Plus, our speedy delivery ensures that your order will arrive the next working day if placed before 3:30pm, getting you closer to experiencing the benefits of the Aero Carbon Fibre Dispenser sooner rather than later.

In conclusion, the Aero Carbon Fibre Handheld Pallet Wrap Dispenser is a true innovation in pallet wrapping technology. Its lightweight construction, ergonomic design, and precision controls make it the perfect companion for Armor Wrap, delivering optimal wrapping efficiency while reducing fatigue. With Springpack’s excellent service and quick delivery, upgrading your packaging operations has never been easier.

Visit: springpack.co.uk/aero to buy online today.

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Award-winning resin flooring from 100% recycled waste plastic O ur fragile planet is at catastrophic risk from waste plastic, with numerous quantities ruining our bountiful oceans, endangering marine life, human health and ecosystems.

Harmful chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates in plastic can cause havoc in soil chemistry and landfill groundwater. Abacus Flooring Solutions is a multi-award-winning specialistflooring manufacturer from Coalville, Leicestershire that has come up with a landmark innovation. By using waste plastic (that would otherwise go to landfill) in industrial resin flooring, the East Midlands based company has revolutionised the flooring industry.

The groundbreaking patented innovation is named ‘Abaplas’ and is the brainchild of Managing Director, Nick Megson. It is the first exclusive design in the world of its kind, providing a wholly sustainable, eco-friendly flooring method. Established in 2020, the company designs, manufactures and installs resin flooring for a wide range of industries from industrial, commercial to healthcare. With a dedicated aftercare service, customers benefit from an annual follow-up site visit for cleaning advice and slip testing. Furthermore, the sister company: Abaplas Recycling Limited treats all the plastic recycling for Abacus resin flooring products and initiates the sales of treated plastic for use by other product manufacturers.

We caught up Nick Megson, Managing Director to find out more about this awardwinning company,

“Our products are intrinsically more environmentally friendly than any other flooring product on the market: there is currently no competitor offering a resin flooring that entirely replaces harmful silica sand with 100% recycled waste plastic.” “Resin flooring, along with many other industrial products, has traditionally been manufactured using silica sand, which is a dangerous and potentially carcinogenic substance when inhaled.”

“Abaplas instead contains non-harmful recycled waste plastic, which is ground down to a white powder. The process will vastly reduce the volume of waste plastic ending up in landfill or the world’s oceans.”

“The world’s first resin flooring using 100% recycled plastic was installed by Abacus in the enormous VIP Visitor Centre auditorium at JCB’s global headquarters in Staffordshire, UK.” The future looks bright for this flagship company as it sets a new benchmark for sustainable usage of plastic waste in flooring for years to come, “It is expected that Abaplas Recycling Limited will grow exponentially over the next few years as more clients specify Abacus’s 100% recycled waste plastic flooring. Rapid growth is also expected as Nick’s unique process becomes adapted for use in a much broader range of flooring, construction and industrial products,” concludes Nick.

For more information on Abaplas, please see the website below: T 01530 432790 nick@abacusflooringsolutions.co.uk www.abacusflooringsolutions.co.uk

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Packaging Systems Company of the Year

Optimised, flexible packaging solutions

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n this issue of Industry Update, we are delighted to select BW Flexible Systems as our Packaging Systems Company of the Year.

BW Flexible Systems is part of Barry-Wehmiller businesses, under BW Packaging and works alongside four other companies: Synerlink, Pneumatic Scale Angelus, BW Integrated Systems, and Accraply to collaboratively supply global high-quality packaging solutions, across 40 locations. BW Flexible Systems manufacturers flexible packaging solutions including: bag filling and palletising, vertical form-fill-seal, and horizontal flow wrapping, for food: bakery, frozen foods to fresh produce and non-food products: pharmaceutical, agriculture to pet food industries.

The expert wide range of machinery options include: ▼ Form-fill sealing ▼ Feeding, bag filling and sealing ▼ Pouch-making equipment ▼ Flow wrap ▼ Re-closable packaging solutions ▼ Stretch-wrapping ▼ Paper & mailer insertion ▼ Collating

“It is a perfect marriage between the iconic brands: Rose Forgrove and Sandiacre, which serve as a solid and stable foundation, with new perspectives and skills offered by the larger corporation of BarryWehmiller that help BW Flexible Systems make huge strides in development and innovation.”

With a focus on consolidated efforts, streamlining processes and optimised customer focus, the company has undergone some recent organisational changes.

By combining teams, maximising alignment and other considered strategic decisions, BW Flexible Systems has ensured that all divisions are running smoothly, with customers at the heart of all operations.

Working across food and non-food products, means that the team can support many diverse industry applications, with first-class sustainable, hygienic and practical packaging solutions. We asked James what gave the products an edge over competitors, “We have a huge product portfolio, global footprint with local support, embedded in local languages, great customer service, and a genuine interest in building effective relationships.

We always value making the right decision for the customer, above all else.”

Furthermore, the Truly Human Leadership strategy underpins all employee operations and is designed to bolster the wellbeing of all staff. The philosophy centres on staff-centric approaches, ensuring they have

bespoke support, respect and dignity, allowing them to have a happy and fulfilling work/life balance. With Bob Chapman: CEO of Barry-Wehmiller at the helm, this strategy helps company leaders across the board engage with their teams with empathy and compassion, leading to higher work morale and therefore, optimising customer service levels.”

“With excellence running through all divisions, from technical support, to sales and manufacturing, BW Flexible Systems has become synonymous with innovation, “Innovation indeed ranks highly among our top priorities, so we remain relevant and a continued pioneer of solutions for all markets. Whether through in-line printing options, increasing options for packaging material, or providing more and better training to operators, we will continue to build our product offering and support services.”

BW Flexible Systems has over 100 years’ expertise across the industry and is well versed in supporting businesses with bespoke solutions, through its unparalleled, strategic customer support. Using the streamlined power of brands such as Hayssen, Rose Forgrove to Sandiacre, this marketleading packaging solutions powerhouse offers worldclass bespoke support. This cutting-edge manufacturer is renowned for its people-centric ethos, from staff to customers, everyone is valued.

We spoke to James Beresford-Wylie: FFS EMEA Sales Director to find out more about how the company has fared over the last twelve months, “The company has had a highly successful 2022/2023 season. Our teams have released several new products and are working on a few more in the pipeline, some of which are expected to be released at the start of Spring next year.”

“Our teams have grown tremendously over the past year and through this growth, many of our internal processes and structures, as well as products, have become more streamlined and efficient, to ensure our customers get the best support possible and the ideal solutions for their applications.”

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“Many of our products are the result of specific customer requests and we will continue this customer-centric approach to provide our customers what they want and need, instead of adapting the customer’s needs to what we offer,” added James.

BW Flexible Systems for example, offers solutions for free and semi-free flowing products: incorporating a wide range of bag types and sizes. With a rich history of

like food production, where flawless sanitation is demanded at all times, the Hayssen ISB Bagger is precision-designed to tolerate high-pressure washdowns and the IP66 and NEMA 4X enclosure ratings and polymer doors further protect the machine from water and other impurities. Furthermore, the film-threading feature ensures streamlined easy film loading, for next generational production line functionality.

With visibility throughout, centre-driven powered film unwind, convenient pass-through film threading, swingout electrical box with low and high voltage access doors, and FTA changeover safety, this bagger is market-leading for sanitary packaging environments.

expertise, the design-team has come up with machines that work with a variety of applications, across freeflowing and semi free-flowing products.

The Hayssen ISB (Intelligent Sanitary Bagger) is an ingenious vertical form fill seal (VFFS) bagger, perfectly designed for the fresh, frozen, IQF foods, cheese/dairy, meat, poultry and seafood sectors and is a machine of choice for many companies. The equipment includes state-of-the-art features such as: open channel framing and design, convenient modular design for varying customisation, cutting-edge wire routing negates the need for zip-tired wire bundles and many more benefits, such as premiere polymer doors. This bagger provides optimised, compliant, hygienic packaging solutions, with the TruFORM forming set removable component giving an orderly, consistent bag shape during the packaging process.

Operators can easily clean the machine, thanks to its open channel frame, with sloped surface. For industries

As we approach the UK Government’s 2050 net-zero targets and with an increased focus on the circular economy, BW Flexible Systems has prioritised its sustainability best practice, with eco-friendly packaging solutions. Many companies are now looking to substantially reduce waste by investing in more sustainable, recyclable, paper-based and compostable materials.

The expert team at BW Flexible Systems can help with retrofitting existing equipment and even supply parts that run with lightweight and biodegradable materials, optimising sustainability best practice.

BW Flexible Systems truly offer world-class manufactured flexible packaging solutions, from: bag filling and palletising, vertical form-fill-seal, and horizontal flow wrapping, across diverse industrial applications.

Here at Industry Update, we like to celebrate innovation and this company offers truly pioneering global packaging systems. With over 100 years of expertise, innovative product range and a unique approach to staff morale, through the Truly Human Leadership scheme, this company clearly looks after its people, customers and enhanced product range.

BW Flexible Systems is a worthy recipient as our Packaging Systems Company of the Year and we asked James how it felt to be selected, “We are both honoured and humbled to be selected for this award.

Though we are confident in our skills and our product portfolio, we also know there are still many new things to be discovered

and perfected upon, and this award is a reflection of the potential that BW Flexible Systems brings to the table.”

“It is important to us to have honest, transparent, and holistic conversations about what we offer but also where we as an industry should invest more time and resources, ranging from sustainability, to optimised leadership, as well as offering our customers innovative solutions that facilitate packaging and supplying.”

“We are honoured to be selected for this award and look forward to hearing from our current and future customers about their needs, inventing new solutions, and defining how and where the future of the industry can grow.”

BW Flexible Systems will be at the following high-profile trade exhibitions: Pack Expo East: 18th-20th March 2024, Philadelphia, USA (Stand 616) – showcasing Hayssen brand Cheese Expo: 16th-18th April 2024, Milwaukee, USA. (Stand 1401/1403) – showcasing Hayssen brand FachPack: 24th-26th September 2024, Nuremberg Exposition Centre, Germany.

For more information about BW Flexible Systems, please see company website below: T +44 (0)115 967 8787 (UK: Nottingham) https://www.bwflexiblesystems.com

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Test & Measurements Update

High Power Picosecond Pulse Laser

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he picosecond pulse laser series FPYL-Q-PS is offered with peak power up to 100W at a repetition rate of 1MHz and a pulse width of <10ps. Available wavelengths are 266nm (1-8W), 355nm (1-50W), 532nm (1-80W) and 1,064nm (1100W). The repetition frequency range is between 400kHz and 2MHz. The power stability is <3% (<1% optional). The pulseto-pulse stability is <2%. Both are measured in rms and over 4 hours. The output beam is transverse mode TEM00 and has high beam quality of M2<1,2. With a beam diameter of ~3mm and a divergence <1mrad the output beam is very well collimated.

The laser will be delivered with an appropriate power supply for the voltage range 100-240V as well as a water chiller. sales@frlaserco.com www.frlaserco.com

Due to the high power with pulse widths <10ps these lasers are excellent suited for micro material processing. Typical applications are: Applications: ▼ Flexible Materials Processing ▼ Brittle Materials Processing ▼ OLEDs Processing ▼ Glass & Ceramic Cutting and Drilling ▼ Semiconductor Industry

High Power QCW Laser Diode Stacks from Beijing RealLight

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he high power QCW laser diode stacks from Beijing RealLight are very compact and deliver peak powers from 480W up to 5,600W. They are offered at 796nm or 808nm or as combination of these two wavelengths.

Due to the hard soldered sub-mount they are very reliable and can be used in applications requiring high

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temperature operation up to 60°C. Applications: ▼ Pumping of DPSS Lasers ▼ Scientific Research ▼ Illumination sales@frlaserco.com www.frlaserco.com

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Test & Measurements Update

Silencing the Mining Industry: Noise Measurement Solutions the personal noise exposure of workers on your site, and the impact that your site has on the environment. ▼ The Intrinsically Safe doseBadge Noise Dosimeter is the perfect personal noise dosimeter to be used in explosive atmospheres and hazardous zones. ▼ The Quantum Outdoor cloud-based environmental monitor is ideal for monitoring the environmental impact of your site, including noise, weather, windspeed, ground-bourne vibration and gas.

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he mining industry, a cornerstone of modern civilisation, fuels economic growth and technological advancement.

However, noise from mining operations can affect both employees and the surrounding environment, with the same noise sources contributing to both occupational and environmental noise.

Protect your workers hearing, ensure compliance with occupational noise regulations, reduce the number of community noise complaints and ensure you’re compliant with noise regulations and permits by choosing Cirrus Research.

Preserving worker health and safety One of the most important reasons for monitoring noise in the mining industry is to safeguard the health and well-being of workers. Mining operations often involve heavy machinery, explosions, and high-impact activities that generate intense noise levels. Prolonged exposure to such noise can result in irreversible hearing loss and other health issues.

By implementing comprehensive noise monitoring systems, mining companies can identify areas of excessive noise and take proactive measures to reduce exposure. This not only protects workers’ hearing but also enhances overall occupational safety.

Mitigating community disruption Mining sites are frequently located near residential areas, leading to potential conflicts between mining operations and local communities.

Uncontrolled noise from mining activities can disrupt the daily lives of residents, affecting their sleep, communication, and overall quality of life.

Effective noise monitoring allows mining companies to track noise emissions, identify sources of disturbance, and implement mitigation strategies.

This proactive approach fosters better community relations and ensures that mining operations coexist harmoniously with nearby residents.

Regulatory compliance Stringent noise regulations are in place to

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minimise the impact of industrial activities on the environment and human health. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in fines, legal repercussions, and reputational damage.

By consistently monitoring noise levels and environmental impacts, mining companies can demonstrate their commitment to adhering to regulations and being responsible corporate citizens.

Environmental responsibility Mining operations have far-reaching ecological consequences beyond noise pollution. Dust, water pollution, habitat destruction, and land degradation are among the environmental impacts associated with mining. Monitoring these impacts helps mining companies identify areas for improvement, implement sustainable practices, and minimise their ecological footprint.

In conclusion, monitoring noise and environmental impacts in the mining industry is paramount for various reasons, including ensuring worker safety, minimising community disruption, complying with regulations, and embracing environmental responsibility. By investing in advanced monitoring technologies and adopting sustainable practices, the mining sector can mitigate its negative effects and contribute to a more balanced and sustainable future.

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This commitment to environmental responsibility aligns with the growing global focus on sustainability and contributes to the preservation of natural resources for future generations.

Innovation and continuous improvement Monitoring noise and environmental impacts isn’t just about meeting regulatory requirements; it’s about driving innovation and continuous improvement. By analysing data collected through monitoring systems, mining companies can identify patterns, optimise processes, and find novel solutions to reduce noise and minimise environmental effects. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also positions mining companies as leaders in responsible resource extraction.

How can Cirrus Research help?

At Cirrus Research, we provide a range of products that are perfect for monitoring

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Cloud-based monitoring made easy with Cirrus Research

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t Cirrus Research, we’re a pioneering name in the field of noise measurement and environmental monitoring. We continuously push the boundaries of innovation with our cuttingedge solutions, which is why our cloudbased monitoring solutions stand out as remarkable additions to our fleet of noise and environmental monitoring instruments.

▼ Noise ▼ Dust and Gaseous Pollutants ▼ Vibration ▼ Weather ▼ Wind Speed and Direction

The Quantum Indoor is built to assess noise levels within indoor workspaces, making it an ideal tool for monitoring in factories, public buildings and residential areas. Equipped with advanced sound level meter technology, it accurately captures noise data, helping users identify potential noise-related issues and take appropriate mitigation measures.

Complementing both the Quantum Indoor and Quantum Outdoor is the MyCirrus Cloud platform, which exemplifies our commitment to enhancing user experience and data management.

On the other hand, the Quantum Outdoor is designed to tackle not only environmental noise monitoring, but also other environmental impacts.

Ideal for use on railways, at airports, on construction sites, at mines and other external activities, this solution can simultaneously monitor:

With its robust features, Quantum Outdoor can withstand varying environmental conditions while delivering reliable and precise data.

This platform is a comprehensive Cloud-based system that facilitates seamless data storage, analysis, and sharing. It allows users to remotely access their noise measurements, generate insightful reports, and collaborate easily with colleagues or stakeholders.

This capability is especially valuable in a world where

remote and hybrid working are becoming increasingly popular amongst employers and employees, enabling real-time decisionmaking and timely interventions based on accurate noise data.

In a world where noise pollution is increasingly recognised as a significant environmental concern, these solutions provide a holistic approach to noise monitoring. Whether it’s ensuring occupational health and safety within enclosed spaces, evaluating the impact of transportation networks on urban areas, or simply improving overall quality of life, the Quantum Indoor, Quantum Outdoor, and MyCirrus Cloud are invaluable tools that underscore the commitment of the team here at Cirrus Research to advancing noise management technology.

T +44 (0)1723 891655 sales@cirrusresearch.com www.cirrusresearch.com

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Test & Measurements Update

Providing solutions for your force or torque measurement applications bags – we have a very wide and varied client portfolio.”

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nterface Force is an internationally recognised brand and decades of experience have gone into making Interface manufactured load cells the benchmark for thousands of users around the world, and Interface Force Measurements was established in 1996 by Neil Johnstone.

Based in Crowthorn, Berkshire, Interface Force distributes to the whole of the UK & Ireland, but also overseas, especially into Turkey, Greece and the Middle East. The company is a primary distributor for Load Cells manufactured by Arizona-based

Interface Inc, and it also supplies their Torque Transducers, associated electronics, multi-access Load Cells and the XSensor Pressure Mapping systems.

The global Interface Inc. is represented by a large network of distributors outside of the US, and they have requested products that are designed and manufactured in metric, with the precision and accuracy of all Interface products. These products are designed for an international buyer and user, and all specifications are in metric specs, a global standard for force measurement products.

Interface Force work mainly with aerospace, automotive, and motorsport companies, and Business Development Manager, Tony Rokins, told us, “We work closely with companies which are undertaking research into product development, and so this includes universities and also medical companies who need load cells for weighing saline

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In this crowded industry, Interface load cells and torque sensors have a hard-won reputation for reliable, accurate and repeatable test results. The range of pressure sensors and pressure mapping systems from industry leaders GP50 & XSensor back this reputation.

Tony continued, “With regards to force measurement, our load cells are preferred by aerospace companies because they are highly accurate, and the results are very repeatable.

Also, the devices themselves are extremely reliable and so they are looked on very favourably by both automotive and aerospace manufacturers in particular.”

Interface Force is currently re-launching its XSensor High Speed Pressure Mapping System – the company offers a range of pressure mapping systems that can be applied to anything from impact testing to pressure testing tires, runways, beds, seats and much more. The XSensor system is the first system design to allow product designers and safety testing engineers to see, record and evaluate the distribution of force from high-speed impacts on safety equipment such as helmets and body armour.

The system is particularly popular with automotive and aerospace seating manufacturers as evaluating the performance of helmets and other protective equipment designed to prevent injury requires detailed understanding of the pressure distribution on the body surface during dynamic impacts. Xsensor’s high speed HS Impact system combined with the thin conformable sensors allows customers to accurately measure those pressures and evaluate how different design configurations affect pressure distribution on impact.

In addition to this, the system is also used by manufacturers of office seating, companies that develop seating for the home, and bed manufacturers.

In spite of its success in the industry, Interface Force is very much looking to future development. Tony informed us, “We are building new Applications

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Force, torque and pressure measurement

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nterface Force Measurements has been supporting UK industry with the highest quality force, torque and pressure sensors for more than 25 years.

You can benefit from our experience whenever you contact us about your next measurement application, experience gained helping designers and engineers across multiple industrial sectors.

which are based around renewable energy, and we are also developing Cloud-based, Wifi and Bluetooth data acquisitions by making our devices wireless. This would mean customers being able to collect data from anywhere in the world via an App.”

This ever-growing comprehensive range of indicators, signal amplifiers, data loggers and wireless transmitters has been designed to complement the extensive range of load cells, torque transducers and pressure sensors, and the range has developed to ensure that customers have access to the most accurate, up-

to-date, and cost-effective devices available.

Another new development is in the Airport environment, where Interface Force have begun to provide wireless monitoring of equipment on, for example, luggage carousels, and this product among many others have helped Interface Force to have a very successful past 12 months especially.

Interface Force’s product reliability is second to none and all of its product lines have to match this standard before ever being recommended to customers. Interface is the world’s trusted leader in technology, design and manufacturing of force measurement solutions. Its clients include a ‘who’s who’ of so many industries, and the company’s engineers around the world are empowered to create high-level tools and solutions that deliver consistent, high-quality performance.

For more information, please see below: T +44 (0)1344 776666 info@interface.uk.com www.interfaceforce.co.uk

We’ll use our experience and product knowledge to help you select the best sensors for your application from our wide range of sensors from some of the world’s best sensor manufactures, including: ▼ Interface Inc: Single, dual, 3 and 6 axis load cells and torque transducers ▼ AMTI: Six-axis load cells and force plates ▼ GP50: Pressure and temperature sensors for oil/gas, aerospace, automotive food/ beverage and general industry ▼ DDM: Miniature pressure sensors for automotive R&D ▼ XSensor: Pressure mapping systems for bed/mattress, seating, automotive R&D, tire testing applications and impact testing for seats, airbags, helmet and protective equipment We can also help with your data collection needs which now includes Semota, our new continuous remote monitoring service.

Offering continuous sensor data reporting to your iOS or Android device.

So, if you have a force, torque or pressure measurement challenge that you’d like our help with, please contact us.

T 01344 776666 info@interface.uk.com www.interfaceforce.co.uk https://twitter.com/LoadcellsUK

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Leading Explosion Protection Solutions Company of the Month

IEP Technologies: Global explosion protection solutions

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n this issue of Industry Update, we are delighted to select IEP Technologies as our Leading Explosion Protection Solutions Company of the Month.

Deflagration explosions can occur in industries from wood and coal, to food powders, confined to specific processing equipment such as: Dust Collectors, or Pneumatic Conveying. The flame travels at high-speed and quickly evolves into a volatile, pressurised shock wave, with the unfortunate likelihood of a secondary explosion.

IEP Technologies is a global market-leader in explosion protection; offering a multitude of protection solutions: from simple passive solutions such as venting, flameless venting and isolation, through to more complex active systems such as suppression, chemical barriers and mechanical highspeed valves.

IEP Technologies’ impressive safety record has come from a rich heritage, spanning over 60 years. Established in 1956 as an early adopter of industrial explosion protection, the company, then named Graviner helped protect many industrial processing sectors in the aftermath of the Second World War. Graviner thwarted 35 industrial explosions by 1959 and over the many decades, grew to become a true global-leader. With its expert history to date, it has continued to be trusted by companies across all five continents.

In 2015, it was acquired by the HOERBIGER Safety Solutions Group; machine manufacturer heavyweight with an illustrious history in the automotive and compression industries.

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IV8 Flameless Vent

Now with access to global facilities across Europe, US, Latin America and Asia, with a steadfast team across R&D, consultation to service and maintenance, IEP is poised to support process industries with advanced, cuttingedge explosion protection solutions.

We spoke to Matt Elliott: UK Technical Sales Engineer for more information, following a highly successful exhibit at POWTECH 2023 from German counterparts, “Our components and systems are all ATEX-certified, our in-house expert engineers offer regular servicing on all active protection systems and annual checks on passive products, such as isolation valves. Our Cheltenham UK base is happy eSUPPRESSOR™ to assist new and existing UK customers, across many applications.”

These are some of the leading product lines based on popularity and innovation: ▼ The IV8 Flameless Vent: Offers advanced venting of industrial dust explosions and is perfect for protecting process vessels. In the event of an explosion, the venting device opens and vents the explosion pressure and heat but mitigates flame propagation.

Achieved via a stainless-steel explosion relief vent and flame arrester, encased in a carbon steel coated frame. With a built-in detection sensor, personnel are notified immediately upon the opening of the vent. ▼ eSUPPRESSOR™: This high-rate discharge suppressor is a world’s

first SIL 2 rated suppressor. With its pioneering electromechanical operation, the trigger opens the flap-allowing suppressant to discharge into the protected volume.

The key benefits to the eSUPPRESSOR™ are a monitored lock out tag out mechanism (LOTTO), and temperature compensated pressure monitoring of the suppressor allowing better system reliability. ▼ IsoDisc: Released during 2022, this passive isolation device provides inlet explosion isolation to protect vessels with combustible dust such as mills or fluid bed driers for example. ▼ Atexon SD300-EX/SD-600: Spark detectors formulated to identify ignition sources including hot particles or burning embers in ducts, chutes or mechanical conveyers. The corresponding water spray helps mitigate a further fire/ explosion. The Atexon Gen 2 Spark Detection components and systems are FM approved and in the process of acquiring ATEX-certification for Zone 22.

Atexon SD300-EX/SD-600

For further information on this world-leading range of products, please see the details below: T +44 (0)1242 283060 https://www.ieptechnologies.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/ iep-technologies https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCT7BfDnxvLrwSeRy-HH3_SQ

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Pumps & Valves Update

Quantex launches its first commercial pump driver: Q-Drive-Alpha

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uantex is excited to announce the official launch of its brand-new pump driver device, the Q-Drive-Alpha. Until now, Quantex has offered driver device equipment for evaluation purposes only, and these kits require separate tablet software to control, but the Q-Drive Alpha is an easy-to-use, CE marked, plug-and-play system, providing a stand-alone dispenser that can be used both for pump evaluation as well as for commercial use in production or laboratories.

The Q-Drive-Alpha drives two of the Quantex pumps: the Microdosing QX2 pump and the Low Flow QX25-SD and QX25-HP pumps. With an integrated full-colour 7” touch screen, this plug and play driver is simple to programme (and re-programme), and, in a few intuitive taps, it is possible to run the pumps at a variety of speeds for different flow rates or set dose volumes, with reverse cycling and self-priming functions.

Phil Medcalf, Product Manager at Quantex explains, “We are thrilled to be launching the Q-Drive-Alpha since it meets a key requirement for our customers who need a simple and easy-to-use system to run our pumps. This device will help to speed up the adoption of Quantex technology into our customer’s flowcontrol processes, both in food and beverage, industrial and biopharma applications.”

Jonathan Ford, Quantex’s Engineering Director adds, “The Q-Drive-Alpha design and development was realised very efficiently by the engineering team due to our long-standing expertise on the ideal motors, connection, and driver software for our pumps – and I’m proud that the finished

result has a carefully considered and intuitive user interface to maximise the ease of use for our customers.”

Features and benefits ▼ Plug and play, easy-to-use ▼ Integrated driver and screen for direct control ▼ Able to run both Microdosing and Low Flow Pumps (SD and HP models) ▼ Select and change your flow rate as desired ▼ Reverse cycle & self-prime functions

If you are interested in purchasing the Q-Drive-Alpha or would like to learn more, download the full Q-Drive-Alpha brochure here and contact us: https://www.quantex-arc.com/contact. We will be very happy to answer your questions.

Functions

Description

Speed/Flow Rate

Select flow rate either as motor rps/rpm or ml/min

Dose Volume

Select dose volume either in ml/L or pump revolutions

Loops

Program multiple loops for duty cycle running

Loop Pause

Select pause time for multiple cycle running

Calibration

Modify dispense volume calibration factor

Reverse Motor Drive

End of dose reversing, pressure venting

Pump Selector

Choose between two product families

Prime Mode

Direct control of motor for selfpriming at multiple speeds

Programmable Memory

Save 8 programs per pump

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Pumps & Valves Update

New Oliver Hydrogen Transportation Valves are about time O liver Hydcovalves have announced the design and manufacture of three new valves for hydrogen transportation and refuelling. Using high performance polymer bearings and seals in partnership with DuPont™, valves have been qualification tested to 102,000 cycles of operation while maintaining a fugitive emissions leakage class of BH. Another unique feature of the valves is their full-bore design. This avoids restrictive flow, which appears to be a common problem in many valves on the market. Nick Howard, Engineering Director at Oliver Hydcovalves stated, “By maximising the flow rate, it will deliver a more continuous and consistent flow of hydrogen medium. This will allow for hydrogen fuel to be dispensed and refilled onsite much more quickly, which will deliver dramatic time-saving benefits.”

As the world continues to move towards sustainable energy sources, hydrogen is emerging as the promising fuel option for vehicles and industrial transportation on land, sea, and air. The transporting and dispensing of hydrogen fuel in working environments such as fuel stations and onsite fuel storage facilities, require specialist valves that have been designed and engineered for continuous high cycle operative use and meet the requirements of ISO 19880-3.

When dispensing hydrogen fuel on-site, it generally requires a large area to be closed off while in progress, and can even involve a whole site closure, dependent on size of area. Therefore, the time it takes to dispense hydrogen fuel is crucial. Oliver’s full-bore valves deliver hydrogen much faster than other transportation valves that have a restrictive flow. This significantly reduces the downtime at a site, and in most cases,

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can be halved – minimising disruption to the forecourt and business operations.

Pressure,’ they’re well-positioned to provide the necessary assurances required.

Hydrogen fuel is stored and transported using pressurised tanks. Therefore, it’s of paramount importance that valves can handle extreme pressures too. Since 1979, Oliver has been synonymous with valve safety and reliability, even relied upon by the world’s largest energy producers, suppliers, and end-users for its precision engineered solutions. As Oliver’s company mantra suggests ‘Reliability Under

This latest engineering achievement firmly places Oliver Hydcovalves at the forefront for hydrogen transportation valves. Built to the highest specifications using premium quality materials, and tested to the highest standards, it’s logical to see how Oliver’s claim to offer the best valve solution for hydrogen transportation and refuelling applications, certainly holds up.

Bore sizes include; 10mm, 14mm and 20mm. To learn more about hydrogen transportation and for guidance on hydrogen specifications, applications, qualifications and pricing, contact Oliver Hydcovalves on: +44 (0)1565 632636 or visit their website at: www.valves.co.uk

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Pumps & Valves Update

Oliver Valves Supply Saudi Arabian Modular Wellsites O liver Valves secured a £320,000 order to supply a range of single isolation needle valves, 2 valve manifolds and ‘IN’ type double block and bleed valves for fitment to Modular Wellsite Packages in Saudi Arabia.

huge chemical injection system for flowline protection against corrosion, sampling pots to facilitate fluid sampling, and flow lines fitted with instrumentation valves that measure temperature and pressures.

Oliver Valves are to manufacture over 2,000 custom-made valves constructed from Alloy 625 and stainless-steel material that will see the order fulfilled over the next few weeks.

Wellsite packages are integrated skid-based units that house all of the equipment between the Christmas tree and the production header. The skids are expected to be installed near the respective wellheads to control the flow and pressure of oil or gas. They include; wellhead shutdown panels to control the wellhead valves, power distribution system with single phase and 3-phase power distributed to modules across the well site. A

To find out how Oliver Valves can custommanufacture your valves, contact us by telephone +44 (0)1565 654089, email: sales@valves.co.uk or website: www.valves.co.uk

Oliver Twinsafe customise Valve for Gryphon FPSO

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liver Twinsafe manufactures a 10” x 8”, 900 class valve as a customised solution for the Maersk Gryphon floating production, storage and offloading vessel (FPSO) that’s now owned by Total Energies and is operating 200 miles off the Aberdeen coast.

The vessel is connected to subsea well clusters at a water depth of 112 metres, and equipped with topside production facilities to separate gas, oil, water mixtures and compression of gas for export.

Offshore installations such as an FPSO, give critical consideration to the space and weight of valve design, so compact design is key. Twinsafe manufactured a valve to a Compact Standard Length (CSL), with face-to-face dimensions in accordance with ASME B16.10. The double block and bleed design allows the valve to be installed

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within the same space as a single isolated ball valve, but with two isolates and a bleed valve positioned in between to maximise safety.

The first isolated ball valve is fitted with a Rotork spring pneumatic actuator that’s fitted with a limit switch for remote and local visual indication of the valve position, and a control panel containing the air filter regulator and solenoid valve.

The second isolated valve is fitted with a manual gearbox.

To find the perfect valve solution for your project, telephone Oliver Valves on: +44 (0)1565 632636 or visit their website at: www.valves.co.uk

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Show Review – Top Exhibitors

Making crane management easy, accessible, and affordable Vertikal Days 2023 receives T record visitors and exhibitors

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very year, Vertikal Days puts on a stunning show that opens visitors’ eyes to the lifting world. Marked as one of the best specialist events that is firmly centred around access platforms, cranes, telehandlers and other associated lifting equipment – for lifting professionals, this really is a highlight in the annual calendar and one not to miss!

Vertikal Days is renowned for giving an unobstructed view of the industry’s latest products and attracts a great number of rental companies, fleet ownerships, user or lifting professionals.

Even though the Show ended with some of the worst weather, the UK has witnessed all year with torrential rain and lighting, the Show received a record number of visitors and exhibitors, which

shows great promise for the future of the lifting world.

A large variety of machines were on display at the Show including JCB's new S3246 scissor lift, JCB's world debut of its new hybrid articulated boom – the A45 EH, A Liebherr MK 88-4.1 E, JMG's first lithium powered hybrid crane – the JMG MC100HY, and making its UK debut the Goman Lift showed two spider lifts – the 21 metre X21 and 18 metre X18. The Show also welcomed back some old faces such as JLG who were back after a two-show absence.

ouchling Limited, trading as 1Guava is an accessible online platform used to manage, allocate and track the utilisation of cranes and all construction plants on-site.

You can use 1Guava to manage your site lifting plans while collecting the data to track progress and monitor subcontractor performance.

Vertikal Days 2024 – September 11th-12th 2024 – Newark Showground.

1Guava was showcased at this year’s Vertikal Days on Stand 607/608 where a spokesperson from the company highlighted, “We had an incredible time at Vertikal Days! It was an eyeopening experience that deepened our understanding of the industry’s needs.

We’re more convinced than ever that 1Guava will deliver immense value to our customers. We had the opportunity to connect with numerous companies who expressed interest in our product, and we’re excited to follow up with them.”

https://vertikaldays.net

Since 2019, 1Guava has helped many

If you want to talk to Lifting Equipment people then you must attend the next Vertikal Days event.

companies to revolutionise their construction projects. Just some of the benefits of using 1Guava include: allowing you to get the best out of cranes on-site; Increase the utilisation and productivity of cranes; Identify operational bottlenecks and delays; Protect yourself from claims and subcontractor disputes and many more.

1Guava allows you to unify your teams on busy projects in real-time by delivering on-demand reporting systems that ensure project critical-paths are met in just a few taps.

To join the many smart construction companies that are using 1Guava, please see below: T 020 3576 1566 support@1guava.com https://www.1guava.com

TVH takes a look back at its repeated experience at Vertikal Days L

ast May, TVH again participated in Vertikal Days in Peterborough, an event that leaves a fond impression on us every time. Vertikal Days, held last year on 10th and 11th May, is a major gathering for professionals in the field of lifting and access equipment. It focuses exclusively on people from the industry and visitors represent a significant proportion of the most distinguished UK and Irish players in the market.

Our main focus at Vertikal Days was again to showcase our offering and maintain our valuable contacts with customers and suppliers. TVH specialises in parts and accessories for mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), crucial for high-altitude tasks. Our range includes parts and accessories for all major makes and models of MEWPs and offers fast, worldwide delivery and expert help in finding the right part.

For lifting professionals, Vertikal Days is the gateway to information, valuable contacts and access to the best the industry has to offer.

Needless to say, we will be there again

B next year with great enthusiasm. Visit us at Stand 408. We will definitely have a lot of interesting things in store for you again.

T +44 (0)2476 585000 marketing.uk@tvh.com www.tvh.com

rian James Trailers design and manufacture road trailers built to perform to the highest standards. Our general purpose and plant machinery trailers provide rugged and durable transport for diggers, dumpers, excavators and access machinery as well as tippers and utility trailers. The General Plant trailer shown here is available with or without tilt

bed and is highly configurable with options including sides and winches. All our trailers are made at our UK factory in Daventry, Northamptonshire and are sold through an extensive network of dealers.

Contact T 01327 308833 enquiries@brianjamestrailers.co.uk www.brianjamestrailers.co.uk

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Environmental Update

Look for the original green and white QUADRO mixing tips

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llegal copies can be dangerous AND costly. Knock-off products can be inferior, and misapplications can be dangerous to humans and animals. At a minimum, using unverified copies can lead to double work correcting misapplications, doubling the cost. Using original systems for dispensing 2-component materials from certified manufacturers ensures greater economy and dispensing safety for people and the environment. medmix’s strict quality controls, detailed know-how, and supporting consulting service are important for professionals.

Today, Mixpac mixing systems cover the entire industry of 2-component adhesives and sealants. Years of development

Figure 2: Original Quadro™ mixers are recognizable by their square shape, green & white colour and logo and co-operation with material manufacturers and their customers in the industrial and DIY sectors allows medmix to boast top of class reliability at optimum prices. Copies can never achieve medmix’s high level of reliability because they are not developed to be compatible with an entire system.

Every misapplication due to cheap copies can lead to high repair and correction costs. Cheap also means no guarantees – all misapplication costs are borne by the customer.

Cheap copies can lead to cheap seals and bonds – these are accidents waiting to happen. medmix focuses on maximum safety for people, animals, and the environment.

Recently, medmix prosecuted distributors of a large shipment of illegal copies of the well-known Figure 3: Easy to recognize Quadro™ brand the original Quadro label mixers. These dangerous copies of agricultural sector mixers, used in hoof care, can cause great damage. Every misapplication results in unrecoverable money lost to the farmer.

Customers and users can trust that medmix Switzerland AG will continue to defend their rights, their health, and their economic safety.

T +41 41 723 73 00 communications@medmix.com www.medmix.swiss

medmix invests millions in the development of its products to ensure safe and economic use. Long-time investments in mixer system technology allow for economically viable 2-component adhesive/sealant systems. From the dispenser to the mixer, genuine Mixpac products provide a best-inclass total system for application of 2-component adhesives and sealants.

Figure 1: Original Quadro™ mixer from medmix used for hoof repair

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Buying cheap copies risks damage to users and the reputation of the entire industry. Accordingly, medmix invests heavily to protect and educate the market to successfully detect and deny risky, cheap copies.

Figure 4: Most Quadro™ mixers feature the logo on their housing

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ECO PHYSICS AG develops new three-channel chemiluminescence analyser (NO/NO2/NH3) the supply chain due to the rise in production costs. We have adapted our yearly forecast to cater to this, we know it will be hard, but optimisation is our current goal.”

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CO PHYSICS AG offers innovative analytical solutions for measurement tasks in the fields of environment, health and process control. Using its vital expertise and technology to contribute towards environmental preservation, human health, and industrial innovation, ECO PHYSICS’ interdisciplinary research and development team work tirelessly to deliver the best customer orientated and tailor-made products and services for the industry. Founded in 1990 through a management buy-out, ECO PHYSICS stands strong today as an independent Swiss shareholder’s company with an active board of members who are committed to the

future growth and success of the company. We spoke to Dr. Grischa Peter Feuersänger, Head of Sales & Marketing who explained how the past 12 months have fared.

“We have received a positive recovery post pandemic.

Many public projects were reopened which generated alot of opportunities for new references. The war in East Europe is a new tough challenge to overcome, especially for companies that rely almost completely on importing parts and exporting their finished products. However, the main challenge for all of us has particularly been the manufacturing costs, shipping routes and exchange rates.

Since 2022, we have used this time to expand our product portfolio and modernise our production line. New staff has been hired for production and R&D, and we have rearranged

Knowing there is no quick fix to economic changes, ECO PHYSICS is determined to continue innovating and has developed a new three-channel analyser based on chemiluminescence. As an upgrade from the The nCLD AL2, The nCLDAL3/8555 CY analyser is the next generation in high precision nitrogen oxide measurement. Unique in speed and reliability, the nCLDAL3/8555 CY is modular designed and capable of simultaneously NO, NO2, NOX, NH3 and NOXAmines. The new and intuitive graphical user interface also individually displays and connects to other instruments’ data. Overall stability and reliability are lifted to a new level. The optional electro-mechanical bypass system balances out even the fastest of pressure variations occurring in the sample flow. Furthermore, the analyser is adaptable to numerous non-standardised applications and the calibration of the unit runs quickly and automatically with all necessary data available anywhere at any time. It’s user friendly, compact, modular, and intelligent hosting its own CPU whilst enabling interaction with other CPUs by BUS-communication.

Additionally, ECO PHYSICS has also been developing upgrade kits for all its existing products to help counteract some of the problematic complications the supply chain has caused. “We have used this chance for some substantial upgrades in hardware, software and gas flow controls,” added Dr. Grischa Peter Feuersänger. Going forward, ECO PHYSICS is excited to continue working on optimising production workflow whilst simultaneously expanding its current portfolio and developing new technologies.

T +41 55 220 22 22 info@ecophysics.com https://www.ecophysics.com

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Electronics Update

ATS: The heating, sensing What drives the cost of a circuit board? And how do and controlling suite of those factors in turn impact tomorrow the sustainability?

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n the past, thermal systems always had trade-offs that often made the ‘ideal’ system out of reach. Whether budgetary concerns limit the number of temperature sensors, tight space requirements restrict the number of zones or the technology hampers how precise the heating systems are, these systems are often curated with compromise. Here, Sean Wilkinson, Product Manager at industrial technology company Watlow (pictured), explores how adaptive thermal systems (ATS) are designed to provide companies with the tools to build the heating systems they need, without forcing compromise.

A great heating system needs a great controller. Of course, better controllers are only worth the investment if it’s possible to achieve better control throughout the system. Improved control requires more sensors, which can be a costly proposition.

But there are ways to get around high costs. High temperature co-efficient

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W resistance (TCR) materials respond to temperature changes with a change in resistance. By measuring that change, it’s possible to determine the temperature at that location. Building heaters out of high TCR materials adds a sensing capability, adding measurements to places where they were previously impossible due to space or cost requirements.

Likewise, integrated thermocouple heater (TCH) junction temperature control turns heater power leads into a thermocouple junction. The voltage at this junction varies consistently with the surrounding temperature, so measuring it provides a spot measurement of the temperature at that location. Together, these two technologies offer expanded sensing options without additional wiring or extra controllers. https://www.watlow.com

hether your role is managerial, commercial or technical there is a good chance that you have an interest in ensuring that the printed circuit boards you are designing, purchasing and/or assembling are as efficient as they can be in terms of achieving the lowest total cost, sustainably, without compromising functionality or reliability of the end product.

The majority of the cost – 80-90% is built into the product in the early stages of the design phase – before either the PCB supplier of EMS company has sight of the design. We have also found that many of the cost drivers directly impact all aspects in producing and delivering a more sustainable product. In our Sustainability Impact meter you can see the effects for each cost driver.

NCAB has divided the cost drivers into two categories, the ‘hard

costs’ and the ‘soft costs.’ The hard costs drivers are covering aspects that relate to the physical printed circuit board itself.

Examples being copper weights and build complexity. In these cases the impacts on sustainability are more tangible. The soft cost drivers are those elements tear bless considered can eat to delays in engineering, lost time and mis-specified demands that only serve to either achieve the desired quality or longterm reliability – this is not sustainable PCB production in our eyes. Many times these factors are a little less quantifiable, but can certainly have just as much of an impact on cost and sustainability.

To learn more, download our cost drivers – sustainability impact meter at: www.ncabgroup.com/ pcb-cost-drivers T 01380 736140 salesuk@ncabgroup.com www.ncabgroup/ united-kingdom

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Taking a systems approach to solve electrification challenges

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ndustrial organisations can push decarbonisation forward by shifting process heater systems from fossil fuel-burning to electric. This kind of electrification needs to be done with a systems approach in mind – by considering the entire thermal loop.

Of all the components needed to switch to electric, control panels are one of the most important. For large-scale applications, control panels need to be designed to maximise reliability, accessibility and safety. In this article, Jeff McClanahan, business segment leader at industrial technology company Watlow (pictured), explores why systems approach thinking is key in the manufacturing of components for electrification.

The question of electrification is less of an if or a when, and instead how. Globally, companies are prioritising the reduction of their carbon footprint. There is a huge push across different industries to ‘go electric’ as part of a larger program of decarbonisation. But the details for doing so can be elusive. It’s not as easy as swapping out gas-fired heaters for electric heaters, for example, without also considering the size, location and connectivity of the control panel that will regulate those electric heaters.

These considerations will, in turn, have a bearing on how and when the system needs to be maintained, how long downtime lasts and what the prospects are for future expansion.

The point of a systems approach is to take a step back, seeing how different design considerations impact on the system and process might have as a whole, rather than focusing on the functioning or replacement of a single part. A systems approach also has an impact on the business aspects of an industrial process, as it encourages engineers to consider the total cost of ownership when comparing different options.

Meeting challenges at scale Taking a systems approach to process heating was a foundational consideration behind the design of Watlow’s L and XL WATCONNECT control panels. Here, we take a deeper look at what went into that design as a way of illustrating the power of this kind of thinking.

A systems approach means finding not just one or two solutions to meet a challenge, but finding as many solutions as possible to optimize a given outcome. Take reliability, for example. What are all of the different ways a system can be optimized to ensure near 100% uptime?

One way this was done in the design of the WATCONNECT panels was by looking at the thermal design of the system.

All systems generate some heat, and excess heat is the

nemesis of electronics. Therefore, optimising the system to keep heat under control is critical.

Watlow’s design looked at adding to the insulation of the system, reducing power where possible, and improving the airflow throughout the system.

Airflow itself was improved by using highreliability EC inlet and outlet fans with advanced monitoring, which provide up to twice the airflow compared to industry standard fans. Therefore, by better controlling waste heat within the panel, Watlow can extend the life of the electronic components and significantly increase reliability.

WATCONNECT panels are also designed with solid copper internal power interconnect for less expansion and contraction.

This is especially important at high-resistance junctions, because the more this component heats up when made from an alternative to copper, the higher the risk of failure.

Lastly, while the panels are categorised as large, they use only 50% of the space that competitive panels require.

This can make it easier to install the panels when space is limited. Or, if replacing current equipment, the savings potentially frees up space for other critical equipment, allowing for future expansion.

To learn more about Watlow’s electrification solutions, visit: www.watlow.com

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The UK’s Premier Agricultural Proud to support British Pest Machinery and Technology Control at LAMMA 2024 Showroom is coming soon and ello from LODI UK, a H subsidiary of LODI Group who are one of Europe’s you do not want to miss it! largest family-owned manufacturers of pest O control chemicals. LODI UK n 17th-18th January 2024, LAMMA will once again be back at the NEC in Birmingham.

Take the opportunity to visit more than 600 exhibitors who are eager to unveil and showcase their latest innovations in tractors, combines, arable and grassland machinery, as well as other new technology, services and tools specific to all sectors of agriculture.

Here are some new features for LAMMA 2024 Farming Simulator League. Farming Simulator is an internationally recognised gaming series and will be hosting at LAMMA its FIRST EVER tournament at a UK venue for its 5th tournament within its esports Farming Simulator League. Teams of three players will compete live from the League Theatre. Visitors can watch the competition live as well as try the game for themselves on the Farming Simulator Stand 11.290.

LAMMA is the best platform for showcasing

new product launches to UK farming. Each year, LAMMA sees new launches from big brands, so keep your eyes peeled for this feature at LAMMA 2024 as the breakthrough in new and exciting technologies is getting bigger and better each year.

The Young Engineer Award is always a yearly highlight at LAMMA as it focuses on some of the industry’s young engineers who have either created or worked on a piece of agricultural machinery, equipment or technology that has been designed to significantly improve efficiency, profitability or sustainability on-farm. Entry submissions open soon, so don’t miss out.

Other features include the International Export Advice Centre, Health & Well-Being Zone, the Demo Arena, NAAC Contractors Lounge, and the ability to collect DairyPro and BASiS points on both days of LAMMA with the extensive Knowledge Trail. https://www.lammashow.com

was established in the West Midlands in 2004, growing from strength to strength to be one of the UK’s leading suppliers into the agricultural, retail and professional sectors.

We are renowned for the manufacture and supply of leading pest control products, discover Lodi’s Gems, K-Obiol, Phobi Smokes and Gems rodent baits. Leading through innovation – supporting UK farmers and investing in British agriculture. Lodi’s products are used by all blue-chip companies involved in pest control as well as professionals in the agricultural industry. Visit: www.lodi-uk.com to explore our complete range of pest solutions.

Every year, we strive to launch new, innovative active ingredients and formulations to ensure that our customers have the best possible armoury in controlling pests. As a business, we are focused on offering strong service and advice with many of our advisors having a wealth of practical experience in their field to help support our customers in the application of our products.

For more info on both pests and products, visit us at LAMMA 2024 Stand 11.439 or contact: 01384 404242.

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azzled Lighting is one of the UK’s most popular manufacturers and suppliers of high performance, energy efficient LED lighting solutions, and will soon light up the NEC in Birmingham at the LAMMA 2024 Exhibition with its large range of leading-edge LED technology.

Supplying to a worldwide market, Dazzled Lighting boasts a team of experts with over 23 years’ experience in the industry and therefore prides itself on its ability to provide a solution to any LED lighting problem.

Dazzled Lighting has been known to save its customers thousands of pounds on their lighting bills over the years and with sustainability a big topic for the future of Farming and Agriculture, energy-saving solutions must be considered.

By simply upgrading your lighting system to a more cost-efficient solution, i.e. Halogen lighting to LED, has the potential to save you up

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to 90% on your energy bills. From security lighting for the yard, a full system for the dairy, or even lamps for the farm house, this is considered an extremely important energysaving solution for UK Farming.

With Dazzled Lighting, you’re not getting a quick fix to then be left looking for replacements within 6 months. The company puts ALL customers at the heart of everything it does with a commitment to excellence for all your lighting needs.

Dazzled Lighting works across a multitude of sectors on both large and small-scale projects, offering a full spectrum of lighting from bedside lights to FA registered football clubs and all things in between.

Find Dazzled Lighting at LAMMA 2024 on the 17th-18th January 2024 at Hall 11 Stand 316.

Contact T 01205 837104 sales@dazzledlighting.co.uk https://www.dazzledlighting.co.uk

Farm Tech Supplies

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arm Tech Supplies, selling a wide range of compact tractor attachments and the home of the popular Winton tractor implements. We supply retail customers in Hampshire and our network of dealers serve every corner of the UK. The majority of our stock is Winton, established by Farm Tech Supplies in 2016, spanning topper mowers, flail mowers, hedge cutters, trailers, wood chippers and many more. Not long afterwards, Farm Tech Supplies also became a dealer for products from smallholder favourites Deleks, Fleming, Oxdale and William Hackett.

Our warehouses are well stocked with our full range of attachments and spare parts available on the shelf. Orders are often ready to dispatch same or next day.

Our range is always expanding with new suppliers and attachments.

The company started in late 2011, after our founder struggled to find equipment for his smallholding to fit his compact tractor and gateways. His home near Petersfield became the company’s headquarters, until 2015 when Farm Tech Supplies moved to bespoke facilities at Blacknest Industrial Estate, near Alton.

We have come a long way since our humble beginnings, but our goal remains the same, to provide smallholders with reasonably priced compact tractor attachments and fantastic service.

T 01420 520510 sales@farmtechsupplies.co.uk https://www.farmtechsupplies.com

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SAVECO Environmental Limited T wo supplementing divisions of SAVECO Environmental Limited; SEPCOM® and CHIOR® offer advanced solutions through a comprehensive range of machines and accessories for livestock manure treatment and for effluents in biogas production.

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HIZA is a fully integrated digital agronomy and precision farming service for arable, grassland and high value crop businesses.

By delivering an unparalleled level of insight, RHIZA enhances yields, reduces risks, saves time and optimises inputs. We support growers and agronomists in achieving sustainable and profitable crop production and farming.

RHIZA combines satellite imagery, hyperlocal weather data, pest and disease forecasting, plus physical fieldwork to highlight and adapt to potential in-field variances.

Every year our agronomy partner, Agrii, makes significant investments into Research and Development. Together we are driven by science, ensuring each farm fulfils its potential, both in the short-term and the long-term. This allows us to highlight areas where farmers can improve their environmental credentials and increase their bottom line whilst managing risk.

At LAMMA this year, RHIZA will be showcasing recent developments to their Contour platform, including new Seed Planning, Nutrient Management and Livestock Compliance tools, with an opportunity for growers to use the software themselves on stand. We will also be joined by our partners DroneAg, who are previous Gold winners of the LAMMA Innovation Awards, and they will be demonstrating how their technology can help growers gain deeper insights into what is happening in each field.

▼ Animal Husbandry ▼ Cow Manure Treatment ▼ Pig Manure Treatment ▼ Poultry Manure Treatment ▼ Biogas ▼ Digestate SolidsLiquid Separation ▼ Digestate Agitating ▼ Digestate Handling ▼ Biomass Conveying & Feeding ▼ Slurry Pumping

Contact SAVECO today: T 01684 299104 craig.webb@saveco-water.co.uk www.saveco-water.co.uk

Contact T 0845 6073322 www.agrii.co.uk www.rhizadigital.co.uk

Hydraulic test and LSBUD: Safe digging for all! measurement equipment suppliers

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SBUD exists to reduce injuries, deaths and damage caused by asset strikes. It is free for anyone to check their works against over 140 asset owners’ utility assets.

Included are hundreds of thousands of kilometres of underground and overhead pipes and cables in the electricity, gas, high-pressure fuel, water, fibre optic networks and more.

In 2022, there was an increase of 38% in agricultural safedigging searches to 8,387, so the awareness of LSBUD and the importance of safe digging is clearly growing. However, with 57% of UK farmers carrying out considerable excavation on their land at least once a month, 11% doing so daily, and a further 11%

on a weekly basis, the scale of works taking place without the essential searches is clear.

The dangers of not searching before you dig were highlighted in 2022 when it was captured, on video, a fencing contractor who was blown off his feet when his post knocker went through a gas pipeline. Thankfully, he was unharmed but, along with LSBUD and Linewatch UK, he created this safety awareness video. Please watch the video and remember – always search before you dig!

You can register for free here or contact us at: enquiries@lsbud. co.uk for any queries.

T 0345 4377365 www.lsbud.co.uk

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ydrotechnik UK Test Engineering Ltd is one of the UK’s leading test and measurement equipment distributors and manufacturers, servicing many different industries from agriculture and construction equipment to Formula One & aerospace since 1990. Based in the heart of Nottingham, Hydrotechnik equipment is chosen for its high quality, ease of use and flexibility and is the choice of industry professionals worldwide.

Exhibiting at LAMMA 2023 was a fantastic insight into the needs of the current agricultural industry. There was a clear emphasis on maintaining equipment and not just on a mechanical level.

2022 statistics suggest rural machinery theft cost farmers in the region of £11 million in the Midlands alone.

Watchlog Pro is a rugged IIoT device with built in GPS and allowing monitoring of multiple inputs such as sensor/vehicle data with datalogging. It is an ideal solution for private or hire companies to not only track vehicles positions (including GeoFencing) it can also track key parameters of equipment such as engine/running hours, fuel usage and fuel level. The user can setup email and SMS alerts when critical parameters are reached. In addition to this, the user can remotely control their machines or remotely shutdown them down based.

For further information call or visit the website or LAMMA Stand 444: T 0115 9003550 www.hydrotechnik.co.uk

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Health & Safety Update

Make your project possible spanning two decades, Diarmuid is emblematic of DCON Safety Consultants Limited’s commitment to providing outstanding services to clients. Diarmuid has contributed his invaluable expertise to over 400 projects over 20 years, with a client list including public sector departments, corporate owners, real estate developers, main contractors, design professionals and infrastructural bodies. With this incredible portfolio, Diarmuid is helping DCON Safety Consultants Limited to become a leader in health and safety consultancy across the construction industry.

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CON Safety Consultants Limited offers leading health and safety consultancy and construction statute advice services. The company prioritises and specialises in the highest levels of informed and intelligent advice, senior project resource allocation and compliance assurance. Informed by industry expertise, DCON Safety Consultants Limited knows that every project has potential risks, no matter what its potential benefits, so its team of highly experienced construction professionals helps to ensure clients’ statutory conformity.

Upon gaining understanding of the specific needs, goals and desires of each client and their project, DCON Safety Consultants Limited is dedicated to implementing a design and construction management plan that will meet or

Key to DCON Safety Consultants Limited’s services is working as a Project Supervisor for the Design Process and CDM Advisor in various sectors across the Irish construction market. No project is too simple or too complex for the company’s construction safety consultants, all of whom are construction professionals with an average of 20 years’ experience in the built environment. The ability to maximise this knowledge and skillset means DCON Safety Consultants Limited can generate distinctive and innovative ideas from traditional PSDP service inputs and outputs.

Additionally, DCON Safety Consultants Limited offers planning compliance assurance services. The ability to strategically support a positive planning decision is exclusive to the company. Its Draft Construction Management Plans (DCMP) inform the overall planning, coordination and control of a project from the beginning of construction to completion. The DCMP also safeguards the obligation placed upon a client to produce a safe, functional and financially viable project.

DCON Safety Consultants Limited also provides its main contractor clients with intelligent, practical, and reasonable physical site safety advice to support compliance and good practice adherence. Behavioural safety outcomes inform how the company approaches each solution with the contractor and their supply chain, identifying opportunities for improvement.

To complement this, DCON Safety Consultants Limited can also help with clients’ health and safety strategy. Its holistic and integrated approach can help unlock substantial benefits for clients by providing a structured, objective and SMART framework for full optimisation through the creation of an environment that embraces health, safety and wellbeing.

This means DCON Safety Consultants Limited helps clients to improve their health, safety and environmental performance; enhance staff satisfaction thanks to improved performance; improve risk management and corporate governance with a clear audit trail; gain confidence from long-term planning, better sustainability and performance; and improve overall corporate reputation, including greater staff satisfaction and a more efficient procurement and supply chain.

Finally, DCON Safety Consultants Limited can offer a safety expert witness service, which is headed by Diarmuid himself.

He has extensively supported safetyrelated matters, and is a certified and competent safety professional who will work with clients to identify exactly what kind of safety expert is needed. Then, he will use an extensive network of contacts to recruit the right person to protect clients’ interests.

DCON Safety Consultants Limited’s fantastic service offering and proven track record of offering leading health and safety consultancy services makes the company a worthy winner of our Commitment to Excellence award. Such achievements are proof that DCON Safety Consultants Limited is wellplaced to help ensure your safety, health and wellbeing and make your project possible.

If you are interested in finding out more information on DCON Safety Consultants Limited’s full range of excellent services, head to the website or get in touch directly using the contact details below.

T +353 (0)1 611 1556 diarmuid.condon@dconsafety.com www.dconsafety.com

exceed these requirements. And, DCON Safety Consultants Limited ensures that there is honesty, integrity, trust and professionalism underpinning every project. Moreover, the company’s services are centred on three delivery principles: ▼ Maximising Quality: The company implements proven health, safety and wellbeing strategies to help clients achieve high quality and cost-effective work commensurate with the design of their projects. ▼ Minimising Risk: The company effectively manages design and delivery risk on projects to match each client’s desired risk level profile. ▼ Managing Compliance: The company relies on its extensive background working on a wide variety of projects to assist clients in developing, monitoring and maintaining compliance performance.

This excellent service would not be possible without the leadership of Diarmuid Condon, a construction industry leader who brings unique perspectives to encourage, support and mentor the abilities of his colleagues. As a construction professional with a surveying background and experience

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DCON Safety Consultants is an independently owned Built Environmental Safety, Health & Wellbeing Consultancy We prioritise and specialise in the highest levels of informed & intelligent advice, senior project resource allocation and compliance assurance.

We know that every project with potential benefits also has potential risks with the art of planning centring on the co-ordination of these two zones of uncertainty. Our team of highly experienced construction professionals consistently ensures each client’s best interest and statutory conformity.

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If you would like to know more about the services we offer, please do not hesitate to contact us

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