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The month of May brings us to issue 32 of PECM, we’ve just about recovered from a busy time out of the office exhibiting at the MACH exhibition which was once again a tremendous success for everyone involved and we would like to congratulate the organisers on yet another fantastic event.

Whilst we were at the event it was amazing to see how manufacturing is developing within the UK and we were in awe of the technology and products on display.

Are you Britain’s best manufacturer? EEF, The Manufacturers’ Organisation is on the hunt to find Britain’s best manufacturers and has launched their 2018 annual future manufacturing awards, designed to find Britain’s unsung manufacturing heroes and most outstanding apprentices. The closing date for entries is on the 29th of June so if you want to enter make sure you visit the EEF website for more details.

In this edition on pages 20-21 we have a brilliant article from the Technical Associates Group giving us an insight into artificial intelligence and how it is being applied across key industrial sectors, resulting in smarter factories and how it’s helping manufacturers make sense of streams of data.

We’re now just 5 weeks away from Subcon where our publication will be on display.

Subcon is the UK’s premier subcontracting, manufacturing and supply chain event.

The show brings together the contract manufacturing community with intense networking, learning and collaborations over three days at the NEC Birmingham which is widely regarded as a must attend event.

If you’re a new reader of PECM then welcome, and we hope you enjoy the read.

Antony Antony Holter - Editor in Chief

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Industry News TECHNOLOGY MUST SIT AT THE HEART OF A RECRUITMENT DRIVE IN MANUFACTURING, ACCORDING TO EEF HACKATHON With the manufacturing and engineering sectors in the UK needing to attract 265,000 new recruits annually by 20241, EEF – The Manufacturers’ Organisation hosted its first ever hackathon to tackle the problem of how to we get more young people into the industry.

The trade body challenged a coalition of its members, experts and young people to find new, creative methods of using technology to trigger a recruitment drive in the field at the hackathon, in Shoreditch, East London.

EEF’s members were out in force with representatives from iconic British firms including Williams F1, Japanese photography giant Fuji Films and prestigious cosmetics brand Estee Lauder, taking part, working with pioneering computing and technology experts, students from the University of Westminster, and a mix of apprentices and 6th form pupils from Harris Academy.

Founder of Mobile UX London, Naveed Ratansi, hosted the hackathon and teamed up with technology expert, reporter and regular on BBC Click, Kate Russell, to provide an informative masterclass for the audience.

BENEFITS OF REWARDING UNIVERSITY TEACHING ABILITY PUT TO THE TEST AROUND THE WORLD Rewarding excellent and highly effective teaching in academia is both feasible and desirable, according to a report published today by the Royal Academy of Engineering.The report, Career Framework for University Teaching, builds on a set of principles published two years ago and shares the results of a follow-up study in which they were applied in nine universities across the world to inform the recognition and reward of teaching standards in all subjects.

Feedback from the global academic community suggests that universities are struggling to define the progressive levels of teaching achievement that underpin advancement based on teaching and learning. This applies particularly to academic career planning and to reward systems related to educational leadership. The new framework addresses these issues through a flexible and adaptable approach.

Universities, including University College London, National University of Singapore, EPFL in Switzerland and MIT, supported the project by evaluating the career framework and, in many cases, used it to inform and guide changes to how they support and recognise teaching. The template has three main areas: the academic’s sphere of impact, setting promotion criteria, and identifying evidence to show achievement. It has been refined based on feedback from the universities road-testing it, and is freely available for all universities to use.

ARE YOU BRITAIN’S BEST MANUFACTURER? The search to find Britain’s best manufacturers is on. EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, has launched the 2018 annual Future Manufacturing Awards, designed to find Britain’s unsung manufacturing heroes and most outstanding apprentices.

This year they are extra special as the awards celebrate their 10th anniversary.

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The framework was developed after research found that there was demand for a structure to recognise teaching excellence. Without adequate recognition for teaching and curriculum development duties, lecturers have little incentive to put time and effort into improving the experience of university students.

Despite the significant role teaching plays in most academics’ schedules, only 12% of academic staff surveyed by the Academy reported that it was a ‘very important’ promotion criterion in their university. Research, on the other hand, was seen as a ‘very important’ promotion criterion by 97% of respondents.

Sam Gyimah MP, Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, said: “University students deserve excellent teaching and the Government is committed to making this happen.

The Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework (TEF) has been created to recognise and reward institutions that provide high quality teaching in higher education in England. A crucial aspect of excellent teaching is creating the conditions to develop staff and recognise the contribution of academics to teaching.

Engineers are problem solvers and I am delighted that the Royal Academy of Engineering has turned its attention to this challenge to complement the existing work of others in the sector, such as AdvanceHE (formerly the Higher Education Academy).”

There are six business awards to go for, recognising health and safety, leadership, innovation, business growth and strategy, sustainability and developing future talent.

The apprentice categories, for those working in engineering or business support roles, are designed to celebrate the fantastic work being done by apprentices across the UK. Companies are being urged to put forward their best and brightest apprentices to help promote the wealth of opportunities available to young people within UK manufacturing.

Industry News IMECHE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER REGISTRATIONS RISE ALMOST 6% IN 2017 The Institution of Mechanical Engineers saw new registrations rise to 2,933 last year, an increase of nearly 6% on 2016 and the third year of consecutive growth, according to the latest figures from the Engineering Council.

IMechE reported a higher number of total new registrations than any other professional engineering institution, a trend which it has maintained for six years in a row. The figures showed new Chartered Engineer registrations at IMechE

rose to 1,942 in 2017, up from 1,735 in 2016 and a jump of 35% over the previous five years.

The increase meant that last year the Institution accounted for 31% of new Chartered Engineer registrations.

This success is the result of IMechE’s campaigns to promote engineering as well as its focus on working with schools and employers to encourage young people to enter the profession and develop their skills to make a difference to society.

“This impressive rise reflects IMechE’s drive to raise the profile of engineering and engage more deeply with schools and employers. Our Institution is recognised globally for its outreach and for upholding high professional standards,” said Stephen Tetlow, Chief Executive of IMechE. The wider challenge is that despite the increase in IMechE registrations of 9% over the last 10 years, there has been a decline over the same period of 11% across the whole profession.

INSTITUTION’S RESPONSE TO THE SELECT COMMITTEE ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (HOUSE OF LORDS) REPORT

MANUFACTURING PAY SETTLEMENTS HEAD HIGHER IN 2018

Dr Jenifer Baxter, Head of Engineering at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, said about the Select Committee on Artificial Intelligence (House of Lords) report:

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The three month average pay settlement in February was 2.4%, up from a revised average of 2.3% in the three months to January.

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The average pay deal in February was a shade higher at 2.5%.

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The proportion of pay settlements that resulted in a freeze has dropped significantly over the past year, coming in at 4% in the three months to February.

“Artificial Intelligence is entering a critical stage in its evolution and adoption. Even the Institution’s own Formula Student competition, where students design, build and then race a sports car, is encouraging students to look to the future by introducing an AI element.

This year, students will have the opportunity to develop a cost-effective software package that will allow an AI car to make its own decisions, and learn and improve from its performance in a safe environment.

MACH 2018 – 5% GROWTH IN TRADE VISITORS The Manufacturing Technologies Association, which owns and organises the MACH Exhibition, is pleased to announce that the number of trade visitors to MACH 2018 was up 5% on the equivalent figure for the Exhibition’s last edition in 2016.

James Selka, MTA CEO said: “It was great to see so many people at MACH 2018. For all those using or supplying manufacturing technology, MACH is the place to do business and keep up to date with the latest technology.

That so many people made sure they were there is testament to the strength of exhibition and its place at the heart of UK manufacturing.”

The total number of visitors - including students, who toured the exhibition and experienced a range of hands on activities in the Education and Development - was 24,654. The growth in the exhibition and the increase in the complexity of the technology on display – 10% more machines were lifted into position than in 2016 - drove a 24% increase in the number of visitors who attended for more than one day, up to 1,889.

Wednesday 11 April was the peak day, with 7,331 trade visitors in the Halls.

2018 saw the exhibition move Halls to the newer, Atrium, side of the NEC which enabled MACH to be presented in a single space, on one level.

Average pay deals continued to creep higher at the start of 2018 with the average wage settlement agreed at 2.4% across manufacturing in the three months to February, according to the last Pay Bulletin from EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation.

Throughout 2017 and in the first months of 2018 there has been a gradual acceleration in pay growth across the sector as inflationary pressures kicked in and business conditions improved.

At the start of 2018, elevated CPI inflation and a positive trading outlook for manufacturers are still very much at play in determining pay deals, with average settlements nudging higher again to 2.4% in the three months to February, up from a revised 2.3% average in the three months to January.

The distribution of settlements has moved little in recent months with 84% of deals agreed between the relatively narrow band of between 1.75% to 3%.

But of these, two-thirds were evenly split between pay deals at exactly 2% and exactly 3%.

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COMMON TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES emperature measurement of a substance irrespective of its state is a very critical aspect of process measurement in the oil & gas, water & wastewater, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and power industries, and its accuracy is very pertinent to the proper operation of the plant. Determining the temperature of a substance contained in equipment or passing via the equipment, temperature measurement devices usually form part of a control loop assembly, i.e. a closed system of selected instruments that have the objective of monitoring fluid flow, controlling fluid flow, etc. In this case, their role is to

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monitor and control the temperature of the fluid within the design limits.

In most cases, a computer is included in the temperature measurement loop to handle functions such as data gathering and transmission, bulk data storage, display, alarms and control. This has given rise to the manufacture of temperature measurement instruments that are computerized and intelligent.

Different types There are different types of industrial temperature measurement instruments

used to measure the temperature profile of a fluid, gas or solid. The key ones are detailed and described below:

Liquid-filled glass A reliable and low cost device, this thermometer is composed of a glass bulb with a capillary. When it expands, the liquid in the bulb forms a thin thread in the capillary, with the length of the thread forming a measure of the existing temperature. The space above the liquid contains only the saturated vapour of the fluid. The liquids regularly applied are: pentane: -200 to 20°C; alcohol: -110

In most cases, a computer is included in the temperature measurement loop to handle functions such as data gathering and transmission, bulk data storage, display, alarms and control.

This has given rise to the manufacture of temperature measurement instruments that are computerized and intelligent.

to 50°C; toluene: -70 to 100°C; mercury (vacuum): -35 to 280°C; mercury (gasfilled): -35 to 750°C. Occasionally the liquid is pressurized to increase the measuring limit. The thickness of the material used in manufacturing the liquid-filled glass thermometer usually affects the time of response. To achieve high accuracy, requirements such as high thermal conductivity, high coefficient of thermal expansion for the fluids, and linear expansion must be considered.

Bimetallic A bimetallic thermometer consists of a strip of two dissimilar metals with different coefficient heat of expansion joined

together and attached to an indicator. As a result of the metals’ different rates of expansion, the bimetal is caused to warp, indicating a temperature change. One end of the metal strip is attached to the housing and the other end to an indicator.

The metal strips can be riveted together but they are usually rolled or soldered jointly. In order attain a high deflection degree, a bimetallic strip is wound to form a spiral. Bimetalic thermometers can come in different design: cone-shaped spiral, cylindrical spiral, flat spiral, and the combination of flat and cylindrical spiral. For high accuracy, bimetallic thermometers must be calibrated at or close to the conventional operating temperature being monitored.

While these devices are portable and they do not require a power supply, they are usually not as accurate as thermocouples or RTDs. Bimetallic thermometers tend to be used where relative changes need to be monitored, and applications include use in oil refineries, in hot work wire heaters, and they also work effectively in tempering tanks.

Thermocouple This is a type of temperature measurement technique that allows the direct electronic monitoring of temperature. A thermocouple consists of two different kinds of wires (dissimilar metals) joined together at one end.

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In order to maintain the efficiency and prolong the service life of temperature meters, proper selection strategy must be followed.

The wire metals can be an alloy or a very pure metal, and the measurement technique works on the principle of a thermo voltage being created when two different metals are brought into contact with one another.

A variety of temperature limits and materials of construction are available to measure temperature for different applications. They are: copper/constantan; chromel/alumel; platinum/rhodiumplatinum; and iron/ constantan. To achieve high accuracy, thermocouples used for process measurements must be protected by a thermowell. For thermal contact with the thermowell, a physical contact or thermally conductive lubricant is placed between the thermocouple and the thermowell. For installations at low temperatures, extreme precautions must be taken to reduce sources of moisture.

With their ability to measure a wide range of temperatures, thermocouples are used in furnaces, salt baths, heat treating, molten metal, and ceramics applications.

Infrared Infrared (IR) thermometers are noncontact temperature measurement devices that have many industrial applications. They measure temperature by detecting the amount of radiation emitted by a surface. To function properly, an IR instrument must take into account the emissivity of the surface being measured. The most basic design consists of a lens to focus the infrared energy onto a detector, which converts the energy to an electrical signal that can be displayed in units of temperature after being compensated for ambient temperature variation. With the ability to measure temperature measurement from a distance without contact with the object, an IR thermometer is useful for measuring temperature under circumstances where thermocouples or other probe type sensors cannot be used or do not produce accurate data. The non-contact advantage is particularly relevant for food industry applications.

Resistance (RTD) Resistance thermometers or RTDs (resistance temperature devices) work on the principle of the resistance of a material changing with temperature. Platinum, nickel and copper are regularly used for RTDs because the change in resistance with these metals is large. RTDs are used

in applications where faster response and greater accuracies are required than may be obtained with thermocouples.

Their relatively high electrical output also makes them suitable for direct connection to indicators, controllers, recorders, etc, and RTDs may also be more economical than thermocouples in some installations since the extension wires can be made of copper. In addition, a reference temperature source is not required for calibration

Selection strategy In order to maintain the efficiency and prolong the service life of temperature meters, proper selection strategy must be followed. Indeed, improper selection strategy is regarded as the most likely cause of measurement failure, which can also result in significant plant downtime.

In a worst case scenario, an improperly specified temperature meter can fail to measure temperature during an over and under temperature event, compromising plant safety and damaging valuable equipment.

In order to improve temperature meter operating efficiency and service life, as detailed below, there are certain basic selection criteria end users should consider:

Accuracy The closeness of a reading of the measurement device to the actual value of the quantity being measured, accuracy goes a long way in prolonging the efficiency of a process. Usually expressed as Âą percent of full scale output or reading, accuracy specifications can be misleading because they are values usually published by the OEM for ideal boundary conditions.

In practice, however, deviations from the ideal conditions are common, so that additional stipulations must be made for the instrument accuracies. It is also important to establish if the accuracy is based on the measured value (% of rate) or on the range end value (% of max).

Process media In selecting a particular temperature meter for installation, the phase media compatibility with the device must be taken into consideration, otherwise, corrosion, wear, etc is likely will occur.

Corrosion of parts will eventually cause

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meter failure, possibly compromise safety of plant personnel and equipment, and risk the environment.

Similarly, some fluids are chemically harmless, but can become corrosive when small amounts of other materials are present, perhaps only contamination. Therefore care must be exercised. The variety of possible materials is especially restricted where complicated and difficult to manufacture parts are required. A meter removed from operation with one process media and placed into service with a second media that is incompatible with the first can cause unwanted chemical reactions that may result in contamination of process media or even a catastrophic explosion.

Corrosion of the temperature element assembly in the first installation may also be sufficient to cause early failure in the second installation.

Therefore is it not advisable that temperature meters be moved from one application to another. Should it be necessary, however, then it is vital to establish the chemical compatibility of the two media. For detailed information refer to NEMA-12 specifications for more information on protection against corrosion.

Temperature range

Plant history

Range represents a vital selection criterion because it stipulates the maximum allowable and minimum allowable operating temperatures the gauge can detect. Therefore, any temperature meter that does not meet the required temperature range requirements for an application should not be considered. For instance, thermocouples typically have a range of -200 to 1600°C.

The plant history of the temperature meter in the same or similar scenarios is a good measure to use when specifying a particular instrument. The end user should evaluate such plant history such as lifetime cost and ease of maintenance and interchange. Note that at this stage, the expertise of the temperature meter manufacturer does not really affect the final decision of the meter design to use in the application.

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The Martindale CP201 is an industrial version of the classic check plug, is available with either a 16A or 32A plug to BS 4343 / IEC309. It’s capable of identifying 28 fault conditions. Other products in the range include the CP301 for use on 110V centre tapped circuits fitted with a yellow 110V 16A or 32A CT plug. Fault indications include Line 1, Line 2 and centre tap faults, plus Line 1 or 2 centre tap reversal.

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Options include Lifting Slider beams which can be fitted to the system. And it can be stored in a LOBO Towerstore unit when not in use. LOBO is a rigid and stable product, which meets or exceeds international safety regulations. LOBO Systems provides fully certified training for safe assembly, inspection and use.

For more information and to arrange a product demonstation please contact us by either email: sales@lobosystems.com Telephone: +44 (0) 1332 365666 www.lobosystems.com

The LOBO System comprises of trestle legs that vary in size and adjustable extensions with fixed side clamps.

Steel tubes can then be passed through the clamps, which are hand tightened to form a structure to suit the application.

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Sway braces, toe boards, wheels, handrails, outriggers and a lifting slider beam can be added to enhance the construction.

The LOBO System is scalable, adaptable and adjustable to meet your on-going and changing requirements. Simply add more components or alter your existing configuration to satisfy the demands of the next task.

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Visionscope Technology Karl Storz rigid borescopes are particularly robust and designed for heavy-duty industrial use. With the HOPKINS® rod lens system, they reliably deliver exceptionally clear, sharp and bright images.

Borescopes essentially consist of an optical system, mechanics, and a light guide system.

The double-wall sheath and the special glass endpiece at the tip render the borescope extremely resistant to damage and wear and ensure optimal protection of the telescope.

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Pressure resistant up to +5 bar Metal layers to protect the optical system Resistant to oil, fuel & solvents Temperature resistant up to 150’C

Tel: 01709 540131. Fax: 01709 547481.

Email: info@vst.org.uk.

Web: www.vst.org.uk

New JSP Springfit™Mask offers an unrivalled fit, comfort, compatibility and performance.

JSP has launched the new Springfit™ fold flat disposable mask with a unique endoskeleton structure which guarantees each mask keeps its shape, increasing performance and maintaining rigidity. This integrated spring feature allows facial movement ensuring the mask offers a secure face fit and seal during speech or movement of the jaw.

The pioneering Typhoon™ valve has been designed to reduce breathing resistance, heat and moisture build-up. The valve is unaffected by any moisture, and therefore maintains high performance levels even at very low temperatures (-40°C tested).

The new Springfit™ is extremely comfortable with adjustable straps so the mask can be fitted comfortably to all head sizes and shapes. www.jspsafety.com

UNISET-C - low-end fixture for optical setting of tools One thing was in particular focus during the development of the new UNISET-C setting fixture from MAPAL: Simple handling for optical setting and measurement in the entrylevel segment. The UNISET-C has a compact design, the tool to be measured is easily accessible. The measuring arm with optical measuring camera and dimmable back-light source can be easily adjusted in the horizontal and vertical to the desired position using a handle. A sensor controller integrated into the handle activates the laser in the measuring arm when touched. The laser simplifies quick movement to the desired tool position, as the current camera position is always visible as a red light dot. Fixed tools, in particular, such as solid carbide or PCD tools, can be quickly and easily measured and set using the UNISET-C. The maximum tool diameter is 400 mm, the maximum tool length also 400 mm. www.mapal.com

Electromechanical Assembly Services From NSF Controls

The Easy Way to Machine Rails and Cable Ducts

Reliability Programme Maximizes Gearbox Life

Taking the pressure off a fluctuating order flow, manufacturing capacity or engineering resource challenges, NSF Controls provides a range of assembly services and solutions, producing over a million electromechanical assemblies annually from its UK site, exporting to over 30 countries and five continents.

Manufacturing switchgear can be very labour intensive. Despite the advances in automation, there is still a huge amount of manual work involved in cutting and machining busbars, support rails and cable ducts. Rittal Automation Systems is now offering new and improved machines and tools that will help automate or partautomate these previously time-consuming activities. The Secarex AC 15 cutting centre is just one example of an innovation by the compa-ny, making otherwise laborious tasks, easier, quicker and more efficient.

The number one failure cause in any mechanical application is contamination.

Industrial plants have a big investment in their equipment and the lubricants protecting that equipment, so it makes sense to protect these assets. A good lubrication reliability programme is one that prevents contamination, oil foaming, overheating and emulsification – all caused by use of the wrong oil leading to lubricant failure and mechanical wear. Follow these six steps to significantly reduce your maintenance, repair and lubricant costs, and free up your maintenance team to engage in more proactive reliability activities:

An experienced team with wide-reaching engineering expertise, NSF Controls adapts to deliver customer-specific market-ready products. Working collaboratively, production is designed to suit the customers’ own manufacturing and product development timescales. The company also supports with design, product development and manufacture.

Please contact our specialist Assembly Service Team +44 (0)1535 661144, email info@nsfcontrols.co.uk or visit nsfcontrols.co.uk

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Cutting support rails and cable ducts to the right length is a task that many engineers still perform by hand. The rail is first is measured on the mounting plate and then cut to the appropriate length. It may also be labelled with a felt-tip to denote a particular enclosure and its position.

Further information at www.rittal.co.uk and www.friedhelm-loh-group.com or on twitter @rittal_ltd.

1. Install desiccant breather 2. Install sight glass 3. Select the right high-performance gear oil 4. Implement oil analysis 5. Filter to 17/16/13 cleanliness code 6. Implement colour-coding & tagging www.theLEdifference.com

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Tradition in Dynamic Innovation

RUD Chains Ltd

NEW VLBG Plus Offers 45% Higher Working Load Limit • NEW VLBG Plus offers an impressive 45% higher working load limit than VLBG • Full working load limit in all directions, rotates 360° & suspension ring pivots 180° • Safety factor of 4:1 & operational to temperatures as low as -40° • NEW ICE-Bolt offers up to 110% higher working load limit • Perfect for complex lifts where the load has to be lifted & tilted in all directions • Used across offshore, engineering, rail, heavy duty lifting & handling

ELMERIDGE CABLES LIMITED PRODUCTS & CAPABILITIES Elmeridge Cables Limited (ECL) have been a market leader in the production and distribution of custom-made cables for over 30 years, designing and supplying a wide range of stock and specialist cables to a growing worldwide market.

Our expertise and technical knowledge have helped companies within the following industry sectors: - Underwater marine and offshore - Pumps and sensors - Oil and gas - Pipes and drain inspection - Cranes and ports - Diving, fish farming and fisheries - Medical - Railways and signalling …and many other unique applications.

to 140mm and with up to five layers of steel wire armour. The cable comes in lengths of up to 8000 metres, fully pressure tested to 6000 metres.

Added to this list are our three compounds for termite-proof cables, along with a rodent-proof cable for the rail industry.

ECL also supply seismic cables, deepsea mining cables (including 3.5kV, 4.5kV and 6kV), ‘hairy fairing’ cables, bladed fairing (which can be supplied pre-terminated), ROV cables, tether cables, deep trenching cables and many others.

Depending on the product and quantity, our lead-times vary but we advise 6-8 weeks from order to delivery.

We are proud to have developed some highly successful products, including our very own compound for the subsea industry known as ‘Supreme Polyurethane’. This compound is hydrolysis resistant, UV and abrasion resistant, and is incredibly tough whilst still remaining flexible.

At ECL, we have an excellent understanding of what our customers require and we continue to help until it is achieved.

Our reputation is built on quality and value - Think Cable, Think Quality, Think Elmeridge. www.elmeridge.com info@elmeridge.com +44 (0)1273 391810

Our product range and capabilities are ever growing. We have recently added cables with an outside diameter of up

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WHITEPAPER DEMYSTIFIES THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN INDUSTRIAL SETTINGS rtificial intelligence (AI) is being applied across key industrial sectors, resulting in smarter factories and more efficient buildings, a new whitepaper from global communications agency Technical Associates Group (TAG) has revealed.

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The use of AI is helping manufacturers make sense of the streams of data produced by Internet of Things-enabled systems, enabling them to spot problems with machinery before they lead to failure and downtime. And AI is supporting the development of greener buildings, where self-regulating heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC) respond to changing factors such as the number of people in a room, therefore maximising energy efficiency.

“AI will transform the industrial landscape, leading to even greater levels of digitalisation across a wide range of sectors,” says Lee Hibbert, Industry Analyst at TAG and the author of the whitepaper entitled March of the Machines: the use of artificial intelligence in the smarter factories and buildings of tomorrow.

“Already, major companies such as Siemens and GE are looking at how AI can be used to unlock the value from large volumes of digital data produced by sensor-based IoT technologies. This could result in leaner working and more reliable products.

“Meanwhile, AI is leading to the development of truly smart HVAC technologies, where computers respond to real-time variances such as room occupancy and changes in the weather, and make operating decisions accordingly.

“In the longer term, AI could even be applied across a wider network of intelligent infrastructure – such as traffic systems, energy, health services and law enforcement – delivering the truly smart cities of the future.”

Despite its potential, the complexity of AI can make it an impenetrable subject. The whitepaper attempts to demystify AI as a concept, highlighting several real-world applications across key industrial sectors and looking at how these advances are transforming traditional business models.

The whitepaper can be downloaded, free of charge, here: http://ta-marcom.com/news/ new-ai-whitepaper-march-of-the-machines. aspx . www.ta-marcom.

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CURTISS WRIGHT urtiss-Wright Surface Technologies (CWST) provides high quality surface treatments which will improve the life and performance of critical components through its global network of over 70 operating divisions and specialist onsite teams.

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Our surface treatments have been successfully used by OEM’s in major industries such as aerospace, automotive, oil & gas and power generation for many years.

We are only too aware of the logistical challenges and costs faced by our customers and so we can offer a “One Stop Shop” solution providing a wide range of surface treatments including Controlled Shot and Laser Shock Peening, bespoke and trade Coating Applications, Thermal Spray Coatings and Parylene Coatings for metal, alloy, plastic and electronic components as well as Analytical Services.

We offer our customers a single source solution and point of contact for all their surface treatments, supporting their requirements through our global network of over 70 worldwide facilities and on-site field teams, improving and reducing turnaround times and costs.

We are specialists in protecting components from common failures and reducing maintenance costs for key industries such as aerospace, oil and gas, automotive, medical and general industrial markets.

Building on the unique heritage of Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies has a long tradition of providing innovative solutions and building solid and trusted customer relationships.

Full quality and customer approvals including NADCAP, ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100 Rev C. To find out more please visit www.cwst.co.uk.

www.cwst.co.uk T: 01635 279621 Shot peening is a cost effective method to help prevent: l Metal fatigue l Pitting/Fretting Engineered coatings help with: l High lubricity/low friction l Anti-corrosion l High release/anti-stick l Low noise/anti-squeak C.A.S.E.TM super finishing is used to: l Increase gearbox efficiency l Reduce surface/contact fatigue l Decrease lubricant temperature l Reduce transmission noise

Engineered technologies Surface treatments for critical components CWST are exhibiting at the Engineering Materials Live show on the 10th May and Surfex Show on 23rd and 24th May 2018

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Editor’s Choice ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY REMOVAL OF HEAVY METALS FROM WASTE WATER.

Across its core businesses, the Greenbank Group designs, develops and delivers an extensive range of products and services to key industry sectors such as power generation, manufacturing, mineral processing, transport and rail.

Greenbank Terotech • Heavy Industrial Fabrication • Piping and Support Systems • Wear Protection & Lining Systems Greenbank Systems • Boiler Combustion Technologies • Control and Instrumentation • Fuel Balancing Systems Greenbank Material Handling • Biomass & Ash Conveying Systems • Continuous Weighing Systems • Low Dust Transfer Chutes Greenbank Advanced Instrumentation & Measurement • Research and Development • Computational Fluid Dynamics • Industrial Process Optimisation

Tel: 01283 817200 Email: info@greenbankgroup.com www.greenbankgroup.com

We are specialists on the flocculation and precipitation of dissolved heavy metals from process and waste water by using our environmentally friendly heavy metal scavenger EPOFLOC L1-R and Cleanfloc-EPO product series.

Metals such as Copper, Mercury, Zinc, Chrome, Cadmium, Silver, Lead and others can be removed from your effluent to consent levels in one application and often

without the requirement to make large changes to your existing treatment process.

Contact us to take advantage of our free sample testing service. www.kcservice.co.uk sales@kcservice.co.uk 01293 538940

Helapet unveil new look 2018 Inline Disc Filters Brochure Helapet is delighted to unveil our new-look inline disc filters brochure, providing readers with a valuable insight into our Vari-Disk® custom design and manufacturing service.

Our new brochure is presented under Helapet’s distinctive blue and white branding as we now bring our filter range firmly under our company name, removing the Filter Devices brand. With a long established reputation for quality against all our consumable products and services, the Helapet name is now recognised as one of the leading UK producers of inline filters.

Our new 8 page brochure takes the reader through the key customisable options of our disc filters, including inlet / outlet connector options, filter media and capsule housing sizes. The client-centric layout extends our commitment to offer our clients a variety of filter combinations, simplifying the selection process and outlining the main industry applications where our filters can be used.

Covering additional value-added services such as filter testing, sterilisation and free trial samples, our brochure provides a complete understanding of the Vari-Disk® service including the quality processes that underline the performance of all our filter products.

1st Choice for Inline Disc Filters For over 25 years, Helapet has designed, developed and manufactured inline disc filters for a multitude of filtration and clarification applications.

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Today we pride ourselves in delivering a quality, custom filter product when a standard filter is not an option.

We combine our ever expanding range of filter media and inlet / outlet connectors with a range of housing sizes, suitable for the unique requirements of every client we service. Manufactured to ISO 13485 in ISO Class 7 rated cleanroom facilities, we ensure each filter is produced to exceptional standards, contaminant-free and comprehensively inhouse tested.

Recently increasing our production to satisfy our growing domestic and global customer base, Helapet are committed to quick turnaround times whilst accommodating both large and small order volumes.

We continually ensure our selection of materials are of high quality to maintain the efficiency and performance of our filters under pressure, whilst maintaining excellent flow rates.

Ultrasonically secured and over-moulded for added robustness allows our filters to be used for a variety of end user and OEM applications, from lab filtration to sterile venting to instrumentation protection.

Request our new Inline Disc Filters brochure or send us your filter specifications by emailing sales@helapet.co.uk.

Download our new inline disc filters brochure direct from our website www.helapet.co.uk/inline-disc-filters.

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RMIG is the world's largest manufacturer and supplier of perforated metal and related products. We know our customers’ requirements for price and quality and meet their demands with uncompromising service.

Not only do we offer standard perforated metal sheets, we are able to offer you a range of secondary operations for example flattening, cutting, forming, rolling and welding as well as colour coatings, galvanising and anodising.

Complete solutions As a result of the combination of our specialized machines and our network of professional partners we are able to produce prime quality products and solutions - from the custom made perforated sheet to the fully formed and coated part.

Cutting We can cut and shape the perforated sheet to meet the needs of your final application.

Levelling For some applications a high degree of flatness of the sheet or coil is required.

We offer levelling according to your requirements.

Rolling and forming We can roll, bend and form your perforated sheets, using special tooling where necessary, to meet your requirements.

Galvanising If protection against corrosion is required for carbon steel perforated sheets and parts, hot dip galvanising ensures the best possible solution.

Powder and wet coating We will be pleased to arrange colour coatings of products supplied by RMIG. There are many bright and opaque colours available if you choose a painted surface.

Anodosing Anodising is a surface treatment of aluminium in which the aluminium surface is given new protective and decorative qualities.

For more information please contact us www.rmig.com email:info.co.uk Tel: 01925 839610 Issue 32 PECM

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READY TO BECOME A CHARTERED ENGINEER? Study our online MSc Professional Engineering course alongside your career and work towards achieving Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, recognised by a wide range of engineering institutes including ICE, IMECHE and IET. Choosing to study online allows you to achieve a qualification alongside your career and personal commitments, from anywhere in the world.

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Thermaset Ltd established in 1984 is one of the UKs leading privately owned powder coating manufacturers. Based in Tamworth Staffordshire, they have one of the widest range of stock items available for next day delivery.

As an added incentive, if an order is placed before 12pm, Thermaset offer a free pre-12 delivery for the next working day.

Thermaset also offer a bespoke colour matching made to order service with a 7 – 10 working day turnaround.

Between 5th – 7th June 2018, Thermaset will be exhibiting at Subcon for the second time at the NEC in Birmingham.

While at Subcon Thermaset will be presenting a refreshed and updated look, exciting new literature, and

the opportunity to meet new members of our team.

Thermaset will still be providing the highest quality customer service and great technical knowledge to assist their valued customers.

At the start of the year Thermaset announced an impressive new addition to their stock range; the RAL 1036 Pearl Gold is the first Pearl colour that Thermaset have introduced to their stock range and follows on the back of their recently introduced fluorescent range, giving customers the opportunity to make a lasting impression with their finished product.

This colour will be featured in Thermaset’s new literature that will be available for all visitors to Subcon 2018.

“Challenge us to find you a solution” – any queries that Thermaset receive that do not have an immediate result are documented and given to the Research and Development team to find the best solution.

For any orders and queries please contact Thermaset by; E: enquiries@thermaset.co.uk T: 01827 55777 Or contacting your local sales representative.

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The initial concept of utilising an outer skeleton for toughness at the point of impact was first conceived by Protechnic in 2009.

Since then the product has been through many design reviews, field trials and has undergone extensive military testing.

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The key selling feature of the EXOcase is its modular capability compared to plastic moulded alternatives. No longer will you need to “find a case to suit” the EXOcase is built specifically to fit around your products dimensions providing the perfect combination of flexible sizing, weight efficiency and customisation for your project.

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WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH… Litre Meter now distribute the Lake Monitors range of VA meters for a variety of applications including bidirectional flow, high temperature and high pressure.

The Basic unit is rated to 116°C and 240 bar in brass. High temperature versions rated to

315°C and high pressure versions to 410 bar are in stainless steel.

There are versions for pneumatics, hydraulic test analysis and phosphate ester measurement, too. Call today. www.litremeter.com

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Consider alternative water sources with Veolia Veolia Water Technologies (Veolia) offers a variety of solutions that can help companies to cope with interruptions in mains water supplies, as well as effective reuse and recycling technologies to reduce overall demand. A continuous supply of water is essential for many industries, and disruptions to water supplies, for example through burst pipes or drought, can significantly harm productivity or in some cases completely stop production. Veolia can help customers to evaluate how they use water and provide recommendations to make operations more efficient, helping to lower overall water demands and insulate businesses against water shortages.

If municipal water supplies are interrupted for business, Veolia offers a variety of technologies to help make the most of alternative water sources.

Swindens Swindens is a UK manufacturing company producing the unique range of double-jaw 4’’, 6’’ and 8’’ Swindens revolving head work holders. Swindens come with swivel bases (optional) thus enabling rotation vertically and horizontally through 360 degrees. A range of soft jaws is also available. Swindens solves your engineering problems saving you time and money and practically eliminating back pain. Swindens are made of A2 Steel and SG iron. Our customers include Defence, Automotive, Aviation, Shipping, Oil and Gas, General engineering, Gunsmiths and Jewellery makers, and the individual in the workshop.

We are proud to be ISO 9001:2015 accredited.

Please see our website for problem-solving videos and testimonials.

Please contact Anthony Marangos on Anthony.marangos@swindens.org www.swindens.org

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NEO800 large format stereolithography system designed and built by RPS engineers in the UK The NEO800 stereolithography system from RPS offers a large 800 x 800 x 600 mm manufacturing platform and an open material system compatible with all 355 nm polymers, allowing freedom of material selection for customised solutions. It also boasts a scanning resolution to within 1 micron that significantly reduces finishing time by up to 50%, printing parts with exceptional sidewall quality. Based in Aylesbury, the team at RPS have a range of expertise and skills unlike any other in the industry, taking pride in providing outstanding honest and professional technical support to all users of stereolithography and laser sintering hardware. Contact RPS to arrange a demonstration and learn more about the NEO800.

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Carcoon, established over 25years ago to exploit the original patent registered by George Page. This early patent introduced the world to a whole new way of protecting infrequently used vehicles.

The concept was relatively simple, encapsulate the whole vehicle within its own Mini Environment protected from ambient conditions whilst also keeping the vehicle ventilated and protected.

Development over the years produced another patent titled ‘Active Airflow’ this further development resulted in the company moving into new markets such as avionics,

developing JetCell used for protecting Aircraft Engines and Gas Turbines, plus HeliCell used to protect full size helicopters.

Carcoon remain innovators in Airflow Storage, remember if it needs protecting, be it short or long term, Carcoon will have a solution.

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Because almost perfect just isn’t good enough

Established in 2000, we can carry out all types of assembly, collation and packing for many industries.

If you require components fully or sub assembled, then collated and packaged, then please get in touch Our web site www.reactive-solutions.com gives a complete overview of the variety of projects we complete, offering a fixed cost and extra facility to support your business. www.reactive-solutions.com 0116 2603930

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No Development, concept or project to large, from design to installation we have the expertise, experience and Pega support for your needs.

Hospitals, plant refineries, off share & factory permenant hoists designs to fit industrial requirements.

We provide • Permanent Installations • Semi-Permanent Installations • Service, Spares & Parts • Product Support

Visit advance.npl.co.uk and find out how you can get closer to perfection

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Nova are the sole distributors of PEGA Products within the UK. PEGA design, manufacture and supply globally, world class construction hoists and permanent industrial lifts to meet the needs of any project including the supply of super high speed hoists for the construction of the Burj Khalifa Tower in Dubai, the highest building in the world.

Advanced manufacturers have to ensure that the shark and child stay separate. NPL helps to improve products and aid innovation through better measurement, creating greater confidence in safety. This means the glass can be stronger yet thinner, so she feels closer than ever.

Reliability and Standards Offering our customers unbeatable service value, NLC Nova Lift Co. offers customers 30 years of independent choice coupled with award winning reliability and standards, as well as total peace of mind with step by step project management, full technical drawings, CE marking and European and British Standards compliance.

For further information on PEGA rack and pinion construction hoists, industrial lifts, spares, replacement parts, service and product support, now available directly in the UK market, please go to www.novalift.co.uk or call today on 0845 8888 767 to speak with Michael Hadlow or Garry Price.NLC Nova Lift Co. Ltd. Nova House, 162 Pratling Street, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7DH, United Kingdom mail@novalift.co.uk

P & P Technology Ltd specialise in the design and manufacture of EMI shielding, thermal, RF absorber & Environmental products.Since 1989, P & P Technology Ltd have grown to become one of Europe's leading manufacturers of radio frequency and electromagnetic interference (RF & EMI) shielding solutions.

We offer a wide and diverse portfolio of products including conductive/non-conductive gaskets & seals, shielded windows, honeycomb attenuation vents, conductive fabrics, knitted mesh, conductive adhesives, thermally conductive and thermal isolator materials, ferrite tiles, flexible RF absorber materials and much more. P & P Technology have extensive engineering knowledge and experience, enabling us to work with our customers to highlight the most suitable and cost effective

solutions on some of the most demanding applications.

Whether we are providing recommendations at the concept stage of a design, providing support on a retro-fit application or establishing a more cost effective solution on a legacy project, our team are always here to help.

If you would like some product information or need technical support. Please do not hesitate to contact us: Tel: 01376 550525 Fax: 01376 552389 Email: lewis@p-p-t.co.uk WWW: www.p-p-t.co.uk

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Recent Subcon research has shown that looking ahead to the next year: • Automation and robotics leads the investment charge with 34% of respondents planning such expenditure • 27% plan on investing in simulation and modelling • 24% plan on investing in 3D printing.

• 24% plan on investing in new or enhanced enterprise software • 22% plan on investing in the Internet of Things

Of course, these are all easily recognised as the technologies of Industry 4.0 – although the same Subcon research has shown that more than half or UK manufacturers / engineering businesses still don’t know what the term actually means or to what it refers. When asked if they understood what industry 4.0 is, more than one in three (37%) UK manufacturing and engineering professionals said no.

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From experts on blockchain and new material developments, to demonstrations of how to transfer the lessons of one industry to another, Subcon will show UK manufacturing and engineering businesses how they can capitalise on their investments.

But it is clear that even without high levels of confidence in their understanding of Industry 4.0, UK manufacturers and engineering businesses are investing in these technologies. The question is why?

THE CONTEXT OF INVESTMENT The simple answer is new product development and improvement to processes. These two considerations dominate thinking when it comes to investment – and set the tone for the anticipated return on investment. The technology must enable, accelerate or reduce the cost of new product development, or reduce the costs and time spent on design and production processes. And it is the design and production processes that drive this investment, not those in the back office, which are much less of a drive for any spending.

These contexts will feature heavily in the educational programme at Subcon. This year there is a 36-session conference programme based over two theatres and Industry 4.0 and the development of digital manufacturing technologies forms a key part of the subject matter.

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From experts on blockchain and new material developments, to demonstrations of how to transfer the lessons of one industry to another, Subcon will show UK manufacturing and engineering businesses how they can capitalise on their investments.

Subcon takes place 5-7 June at NEC, Birmingham, alongside new sister show The Engineer Expo.

Visitors can register for a free pass at www.subconshow.co.uk and passes to Subcon give visitors access to Automechanika free of charge.

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IF YOU MAKE STUFF WE’LL HELP YOU MAKE IT IF YOU HAVE A WARHOUSE WE’LL HELP YOU MANAGE IT IF YOU HOLD STOCK WE’LL HELP YOU CONTROL IT Sapmanv12 looks to put a comprehensive ERP System into the financial reach of all manufacturing businesses uying an ERP system used to be a major capital expense, potentially running to tens of thousands of pounds for an up and running system.

The cost of the software purchase and associated consultancy made it a hugely considered financial outlay.

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For manufactures looking for a rapid Return On Investment – this was a major obstacle for many businesses : together with the desire to spend their CapEx budgets on modern machinery and increased manufacturing capacity rather than software!

For companies that want the software “out of the tin” - and do not require any bespoke programming – a system install and set-up, including training and data conversion would be £2,450. Our licencing is £50 per month ( plus VAT) per user licence with no minimum contract obligation. Additional users can be added as required and, indeed, reduced.

A key market for us is Sage users. Sapphire Manufacturing Systems Ltd. The developer of Sapmanv12 has been an Authorised Sage Developer for over 20 years. So most of our users run on Sage50 and Sage200, and we still have some clients on Sage Line 100 yet to upgrade.

One of the great advantages of Sapmanv12 for Sage users is that users can benefit from multi depot stock and full Serial Number and Batch Traceability without the need to upgrade their accounting engine from

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At its core Sapman v12 is a sophisticated Manufacturing, Warehousing and Stock Control solution. This modular product provides extensive facilities for Stock Control, Sales and Purchase Order Processing, Warehouse Management, Bill of Materials, Works Order Processing, Engineering Control, MRP and CRP. With the Microsoft SQL database engine at its core this product provides a leading edge business management solution.

Our highly skilled team has 20 years of experience resolving our customers’ Assembly, Manufacturing Control and ERP requirements, their Stock Control and Warehouse Management needs using our advanced, effective and efficient software solution.

Sapman v12 fully integrates with Sage’s Accounting solutions: Sage 50 and Sage 200.

It also provides an upgrade path from Sage 100.

Sapman v12 is highly customisable to operate with virtually any business model.

With successful installations in a huge range of industry types from manufacturers of medical products to disposable BBQs our customers rely on Sapman v12 to run their businesses.

Sponsored development of specific functionality is possible where customers require some modification to allow the software to exactly map their business’s operational model.

Sage50 to Sage200. This is an additional cost saving benefit We’d be delighted to visit you to demonstrate the product, or you can arrange to visit our demonstration suite in Bristol

For more information on Sapmanv12 please visit our website at Sapmanv12.co.uk Email us on info@sapmanv12.co.uk Or please telephone us on : 0333 456 12 12

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SAPMAN V12 AND SAGE 50 IT111 ALL t 07415 610STARTS WITH A SALES ENQUIRY! SELL IT Quotations: Quote ( including price breaks)& Drawings & Pricing : v12 can attach drawings to the Quote SoP : The Sales Order Processing gets underway

MAKE IT Stock : Stock Enquiry : Check material Needs : Make to Order or Ex Stock?

If not it may generate a Purchase Order for more Stock If the Sale item is Make To Order (MTO) then the Works Order Processing routine kicks in v12 is suitable for Batch Manufacturing, Make to Stock, make to Order, Kanban & service works

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Sapphire Manufacturing Systems Ltd. 10 Harts Croft Yate Bristol BS37 7XE Every stock issue is linked to an original Bristol - Loughborough - Dundee

PoP Purchase Order Raised

Purchase Invoice received & Sage 50 updated for Nominal Codes, Purchase Ledger and VAT

GRN - ensuring full Serial Number and Batch Traceability

Stock Finished item is booked into Stock

WoP The confirmed order has to be manufactured & v12 produces the works order

v12 knows where it is; it covers multiple sock locations and stock with Sub Contractors

BOM V12 produces the BoM : tree-view with collapsible/expandable nodes

Stock values per client defined categories can be up dated to Sage50 Nominal at client defined times

SFDC Shop Floor Data Capture : using barcodes v12 manages the job though the shop floor

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Stock Stock records updated, Despatch note raised; Certificates of conformity produced

What Material/Subcomponents have been used, Who has worked on the job and on what machine - Get Material, Labour &

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interconnectivity between the various menus

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operating our company infinitely easier.”

became seamless.”

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Held at the NEC in Birmingham, Utility Week Live 2018 will explore disruption themes in relation to water - retail and wholesale - gas and power networks, energy retail and pan utility operations such as streetworks.

THE 10 TECHNOLOGIES DISRUPTING THE UK UTILITIES SECTOR ecognising the significant and fast-paced changes utilities are grappling with on many fronts, Utility Week Live 2018 (22-23 May) has chosen disruption as its headline theme.

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Held at the NEC in Birmingham, Utility Week Live 2018 will explore disruption themes in relation to water - retail and wholesale - gas and power networks, energy retail and pan utility operations such as streetworks.

Utility Week Live surveyed more than 20,000 utilities professionals on the subject of disruption, and can now announce the list of the top 10 technologies proving disruptive to the

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business and operations of UK gas, water and electricity utilities.

Alice Cooke, lead journalist Utility Week Live, said ‘it’s an interesting mix of technologies already disrupting business as usual, and technologies that our survey respondents felt were highly likely to prove disruptive in the future. But ultimately, for a utility business to keep itself relevant and at the forefront of its sector, it will have little option but to embrace digital transformation and the opportunities that these technologies are now creating’.

Here’s Utility Week Live’s list of the 10 key disruptive technologies, as selected

by UK utilities professionals:

1. Energy storage Lithium ion batteries remain the technology of choice for most battery storage applications, but flow batteries and compressed air are fighting to prove their worth.

2. Electric vehicles The number of models available to consumers has proliferated, with government committed to phasing out petrol and diesel vehicles from 2040.

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Some network control systems now use AI to deliver autonomous network optimisation, and workforce development professionals are increasingly eyeing its potential.

4. Smart meters To date, almost 9 million smart meters have been deployed across the UK, a fraction of the total rollout challenge.

5. Data analytics With more information than ever before flowing from smart meters, the information is there for the taking.

6. Internet of things (IoT) The proliferation of embedded intelligence within everyday devices– and their ability to interact via the internet – is driving a revolution in business models.

7. Renewable energy advances The time when renewables will provide most of our electric energy supply is fast approaching.

8. Blockchain Blockchain is the ultimate accompaniment to the rise of distributed energy resources, offering to enable peer-to-peer trading of energy between prosumers.

9. Water re-use technologies Water re-use boosts water resilience at a local level and could be the key to easing pressure on the country’s overstretched water resources.

10. Hydrogen Hydrogen is a potential answer to decarbonising heat. When burned, hydrogen is zero carbon at the point of use, with only two by-products – heat and water – making it the ultimate clean fuel.

Free Utility Week Live 2018 tickets, which this year is taking a deep dive into digital disruption and the opportunities created by disruptive tech and new highly disruptive business models, are available right now at www.utilityweeklive.co.uk.

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BOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY AT UTILITYWEEK.LIVE/TICKETS NEC Birmingham | 22nd and 23rd May 2018

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Utility Week Live Preview

We’re excited to share that we’ll be part of the UK’s largest utilities event as we exhibit at Utility Week Live 2018.

With the theme of Disruption, we’ll be showcasing our innovations, solutions and transformative technologies in delivering transactional customer communications at stand D49.

Located directly outside of the Customer Solutions Theatre, our experts will be demonstrating how the utilities sector can transform customer communications with our intelligent suite of Interactive Services, powered

by Pitney Bowes. We understand that choosing the right communication method at the right time can help to deliver messages effectively, aid understanding and stimulate a response. With growing pressures on economy, challenges with regulation, the introduction of GDPR and innovative technologies changing consumer habits and demand – there’s a higher need than ever for UK utilities to communicate efficiently and securely with their customers.

Holding a wealth of expertise in the utilities sector, our comprehensive range of integrated services is designed to drive customer engagement, and ensure the highest levels of integrity are achieved. Along with printed, physical correspondence, we’re proud of our e-delivery offering including interactive text, voice and video.

Our clients range from Big Six organisations through to independent suppliers, plus water companies who service around 20% of UK households; so, we understand the important role communications play in effective customer experience and service innovations in compliance with Ofgem and Ofwat standards.

Our suite of Interactive Services can assist UK utilities with building long lasting customer relationships through engaging communications. The integration of voice chat using Amazon’s Alexa, intelligent text messaging through chatbot and real-time personalised videos can transform the way customers interact with their utilities providers.

Answering customer queries, breaking down statements and making secure payments through these technologies can transform the way gas, water and electricity utilities do business.

Get your free tickets here or email us at hello@opustrust.co.uk to attend as our guest.

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The event is the opportunity for health and safety professionals to join the global community for valuable networking opportunities and updates across all sectors.

he UK’s largest health and safety event and conference; and the biggest event in Europe for end users, takes place at ExCeL London on 19-21 June.

The event is the opportunity for health and safety professionals to join the global community for valuable networking opportunities and updates across all sectors, particularly manufacturing, construction, PPE and transport.

Showcasing a collection of top health and safety solutions from 300+ UK and international suppliers, join industry leaders, end users, key associations, manufacturers and distributors to discuss how to change the perception of health and safety and continue to successfully keep workers and environments safe.

Visitors will be able to source a range of behavioural safety, risk management, training and occupational health products and services, from a range of trusted names including Traka, Mascot International, Draeger, Evac+Chair, Ikar GB, RRC International and Safety Media.

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The new networking forum, run in conjunction with RoSPA, NEBOSH, BOSH and HSE, will be a core area for professionals to share knowledge, discuss problems and source solutions.

The brand new Occupational Health & Wellbeing Zone will feature a relaxation area, yoga sessions and a showcase of best practice in work-space design - plus a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Theatre with case studies which include Santander on how to manage psychological wellbeing for positive business outcomes.

Speaker-wise, Safety & Health Expo 2018 is proud to welcome comedian and mental health expert Ruby Wax OBE and English rugby legend Sir Clive Woodward to the event’s keynote speaker line-up. Joining Nicky Moffat CBE, both Ruby and Clive will give fascinating, contrasting talks on the importance of positive professional environments in sustaining and growing a healthy, happy, high-achieving workforce.

Industry associations including British Safety Council, HSE, IOSH and RoSPA will provide legislation updates and guidance on protecting teams in the workplace - and look out for important discussions around ISO 45001 throughout the CPD accredited seminar programme, with speakers including Skanska UK PLC, Transport for London, Network Rail, Royal Mail and Kier Group. Plus sessions on core skills in the Professional Development Theatre will nurture professional development.

The Legal Clinic will let you tap into the latest thinking and gain advice from experts.

And don’t miss The Professional Clothing Show, with the return of its fashion show plus new product testing and product demonstrations.

A must-attend event for anyone working in health and safety, register here for your free ticket to Safety and Health Expo 2018.

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MINIMIZING HEAT LOSSES THROUGH STEAM TRAP ENERGY MANAGEMENT steam trap is a device attached to the lower portion of a steam filled line or vessel which pass condensate but will not allow the escape of steam, or A steam trap is a piece of equipment that automatically controls the condensate removal, air and carbon dioxide from a piping system with minimal steam loss.

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The hot condensate removal is very necessary to prevent water hammer, which is capable of damaging or misaligning piping instruments.

It is also very desirable to avoid air in the steam system as any volume of air consumes part of the volume that the system would otherwise occupy. Apart from that, the temperature of air/steam mixture normally falls below that of pure steam.

Again, it has been prove that air is an insulator and clings to pipe and equipment surfaces resulting to slow and uneven heat transfer.

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Traps are used on steam mains, headers, separators, and purifiers, where they remove water formed as a result of unavoidable condensation or carry-over from the boilers. They are also used on all kinds of steam heating equipment in which the steam gives up heat and is converted to condensate. Coils are used in heating buildings in water heaters, and in a wide range of industrial processing equipment are included in the classification.

Whether a trap is used to keep condensate from accumulating in a steam line or to discharge water from a steam heated machine, its operation is important. If it leaks, steam will be wasted; if it fails to operate, water will accumulate.

A satisfactory trap installation must pass all the water that flows to it without discharging steam, and must not be rendered inoperative by particles of dirt or by accumulation of air, and must be rugged in construction with few moving parts, so that it will remain operative with a minimum of attention.

The presence of carbon dioxide reduces heat transfer because the steam pushes it to the walls of heat transfer surfaces.

Secondly, carbon dioxide also dissolves in the condensate to form carbonic acid, which may corrode piping and equipment.

A strainer is usually installed in the line ahead of the trap, to prevent sediments from stopping up the trap orifice. When selected in the correct pressure and provided with strainers these traps will give satisfactory service.

Traps are termed “non-return” when the condensate is discharged into a receiver or heater rather than directly to the boiler.

A “return” trap delivers the condensate directly to the boiler. Return traps are located above the boiler, and when filled with water a valve automatically opens and admits steam at boiler pressure. This equalises the pressure and the water flows into the boiler as a result of hydrostatic head caused by the elevation of the trap. These traps are sometimes used in connection with low pressure heating boilers.

There are different types of steam trap used in the upstream and downstream industry. Depending on the suitability of the process, these different types of traps are employed. Typical examples are as follows;

together. When cold the bimetallic strip is flat, allowing the valve to open. When steam enters the chamber, the strip is heated and takes an oval shape, causing the valve to close. It is always used in constant steam main and tracing lines.

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INVERTED BUCKET TRAP: Several principles is employed in the operation of this trap. The water and steam enters at the bottom and flow upward into the inverted bucket. As long as the bucket contains steam, it is buoyed up in same way that an inverted empty bucket is buoyed up in water. While in this position, the valve is closed and there is no discharge of water or steam from the trap.

As water enters the bucket it displaces the steam and the bucket looses its buoyancy and drops, causing the valve to open.

After the water has been discharged, the bucket again fills with steam, the buoyancy is restored and the valve closes.

A small vent at the top of the bucket allows air to escape, thus preventing it from interfering with trap position.

BIMETALLIC TRAP: Like in Port Harcourt Refining Company Ltd, Nigeria, the most commonly used steam trap is the bimetallic trap. This trap is small and lightweight and provides maximum discharge of non-condensables. It can withstand freezing, water hammer, high pressure and super-heated steam. It discharges condensate well below steam temperature to reduce flash steam.

The bimetallic trap consists of a strip of two dissimilar metals with different coefficient heat of expansion joined

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opens when the temperature decreases and allows the air to be discharged from the trap. Under normal operating conditions with steam in the trap, the vent remains closed. The valve seats and disks are made of stainless steel or other alloys to resist corrosion and wear. This trap is intended for use in removing condensate from steam systems. It has a thermovent valve which prevents air from entering the trap operation. When temperature of the trap decreases.

COMMON PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH STEAM TRAP

FLOAT-ACTUATED FLOAT: May be adapted to a wide range of operating conditions. When water fills the body of the trap, the float rises thereby opening the valve. After the water has been discharged, the float drops closing the valve and preventing the escape of steam.

Dirt: Steam condensate often contains particles of scale and corrosion products that can erode trap valves. Some of these particles are large enough to plug the discharge valve or jam it open. To prevent this, a strainer must be installed upstream of each trap. Improper sizing: Traps are typically specified several times larger than required using a safety factor to calculate the trap capacity. A trap that is undersized will cause condensate to interfere with the heat transfer efficiency.

Therefore, traps having too much excess capacity waste money act sluggishly and generate high back pressure that may significantly reduce the life of the trap

IMPULSE STEAM TRAP: This operates on the on the principle that hot water under pressure tends to flash into vapour when the pressure is reduced. When the hot water is flowing to the trap the pressure in the control chamber is reduced, causing the valve to rise from its seat and discharge water.

As steam enters the trap, the pressure in the control chamber is increased, causing the valve to close.

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Air Binding: When traps are connected by a long length of small diameter horizontal pipe, condensate holds up in the steam space and cannot flow to the trap. To prevent air binding, the piping to the traps should be a larger diameter pipe and short length, which allows a higher flow rate. Another method is to put a vent valve at a high point in the system.

Steam leakage: This occurs when the valve seat of a steam trap is subjected to erosion and corrosion. When the seat is damaged, the valve will not sit properly and the trap may leak live steam. Steam leakages can be managed by installing a Steam Lock Evaluator (SLE).

Steam locking: When steam trap is installed in a similar way to the case of air binding, steam locking can also result.

In this case the steam may prevent the condensate from reaching the trap.

Condensate cannot get to the trap unless it can displace the steam. To prevent steam locking, it is necessary to put the trap as close as possible to the equipment or the line to be drained. If the trap is just below the equipment or line, a balance pipe may be installed between the two to serve as a vent and prevent steam locking.

Traps can also be fitted with a steam-lock release valve.

Water Hammer: condensate lying at the bottom of a steam line causes water hammer when the steam system is in service. The steam in the pipe travels at very high velocity producing waves as it passes over this condensate. As the condensate quantity increases, the high velocity steam pushes the condensate and creates a dangerous sludge when it change direction This is referred to as water hammer. When the high velocity condensate comes to a halt, the kinetic energy is converted to pressure and this sudden pressure increases to destroy the trap mechanism.

To prevent water hammer, ensure that low points are drained adequately before commissioning the steam.

WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE AND LOCAL EXHAUST VENTILATION he combination of dependable power and practical design makes the Miniveyor Air VAF series fans and ventilators from VAF Air Ltd the professional choice for portable dust and fume extraction.

they are durable and weather resistant.

The portable Miniveyor Air VAF series fans from VAF Air work on both positive and negative air flow, so are equally at home extracting as well as blowing and are great for ventilating confined work spaces.

with Static Conductive flexible ducting, they can provide up to 7500 m³ per hour air flow.

Rivalling the more common metal bodied fans, the VAF range can outperform them and offer many more advantages.

Designed with a twin wall, rotationally moulded fan body, made from high density polythene, means the products can absorb bangs frequently experienced with industrial use, eliminating costly maintenance procedures. Compare this with conventional metal bodied fans that typically don’t last very long in the workplace, as the sheet metal bodied fans tend to dent easily when knocked, so they will need replacing. The plastic moulded fans from VAF Air are highly resistant so they can last a much longer time.

Additionally, all the parts are replaceable so if anything does get damaged then they can be changed easily.

When working in confined spaces it is recommended that you change the air at least 20 times per hour, or once every 3 minutes, and that you not only extract the air but also utilize a blower to push clean air into the work space.

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As they are stackable, less storage space is taken up, and large handles enable effortless manoeuvrability. Anti-skid rubber feet ensure steady operation, and the rugged build of the machines means

Both pneumatic fans are supplied with a mounted filter, regulator and lubricator for trouble free operation.

The recently launched VAF-EF400 is designed to push large volumes of air into a hard to reach areas or through ducting. Driven by a precision balanced, cast aluminium 17 blade turbo impeller, the VAF-EF400 delivers a whopping 10,360 m³ of air per hour.

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Air, Gas & Odour Control

Andrews add new product to popular range ahead of summer The Andrews range of high capacity HPAC air conditioning units have been developed to provide high volume cooling for larger areas.

Particularly suitable for industrial processes, warehouses, factories and productionbased applications, the HPAC series affords customers a reliable solution to a multitude of climate control issues.

Our HPAC45 and HPAC90 units have proven extremely successful in recent years and feature industry-leading heat pump technology, enabling the provision of heating as well as cooling.

The presence of variable speed fans allows air flows to be accurately controlled, while the units’ unique specifications will produce an instant supply of cool air despite their economical power consumption. www.andrews-sykes.com 0800 211 611

Advanced Valve Solutions solves a long-standing problem for Gas Storage and Distribution’ Natural Gas, as a fossil fuel, has the lowest CO2 emission levels. To this end, it is of critical importance for the future of global energy supply. In addition, to truly benefit from Natural Gas, it has to be controlled and stored reliably, safely and accessibly.There has always been a question over the most reliable form of valve seating to ensure a bubble tight seal and prevent leakage. There has always been the option of a hard, metal-to-metal seat or a soft seat. Both options bring their own unique benefits and their own specific issues, when leakage can occur due to seat wear or damage.

For more information on our training schedules please contact Sadie Beavis on 01270 586944 or sadie.beavis@advancedvalvesolutions.co.uk

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OMEX OMEX Environmental Ltd. are introducing their new powder additive for the anaerobic digestion and biogas market, Nutromex Biopack. Nutromex Biopack is a unique solution of bio-available trace elements and specially selected bacteria which is used to supplement the existing microbial populations in Anaerobic Digesters and Biogas plants. This addition improves overall plant functionality, leading to optimum performance.

Nutromex Biopack has an advantage over current products in the market due to its’ easy application. It is a water soluble powder available in 250g biodegradable bags which are administered directly into the digester on a daily basis.

For more information please contact us on +44 (0)1553 770092 or visit us at www.omex.co.uk

Boilers & Maintenance

Riello extends RX premix burner range

The UK’s longest-standing steam expert

Riello has recently extended its RX range of premix packaged burners. Building on the tried and tested RX range with outputs up to 1500 kW, Riello has now extended the offering with numerous variants up to a 3 MW model, whilst still achieving NOx levels of less than 30mg/kWh, combined with very low noise output - . Riello RX premix burners feature a unique design that includes a patented woven wire gauze ‘sock’ covering the combustion head cylinder.

There’s only one steam boiler company that can boast over 120 years of operation, class-leading energy-saving solutions, and UK-manufactured steam boilers - CFB Boilers.

The mixture then passes through precisionlocated ports and the patented gauze ‘sock’ to ignite on the external surface of the combustion head. The result is a very compact flame with a diameter directly related to the burner firing rate, ensuring precise heat control and optimum efficiency at all loads.

Fulton launches the most radical change to boiler design in nearly 70 years

Product innovation

Fulton’s new VSRT is claimed to be the most radical change to vertical steam boiler design since the company pioneered the vertical tubeless boiler in 1949!

Manufacturing class-leading products is in our blood; we were the first steam boiler specialist to manufacture a superior, energysaving four-pass steam boiler. And we’re the minds behind

By adopting a systems-engineering approach to design and using its own ‘PURE’ technology, Fulton’s VSRT challenges the traditional heat transfer and mechanical design principles of vertical boilers.

an innovative reverse osmosis unit which delivers high performance for around half the cost of alternative products on that market.

It also boasts industry-leading performance with up to 84% gross efficiency from a fullywater-backed design with no refractory.

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With 30+ worldwide patents pending, the spiral-rib tubeless design is a world first and creates a compact boiler with the industry’s smallest footprint (40% smaller than Fulton’s equivalent 30hp J Series).

For further information visit www.rielloburners.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0)117 972 3322 sales@fulton.co.uk Web: www.fulton.co.uk

Gas Process Burners Lanemark gas burner systems offer users reliable, high efficiency, process heating solutions.

FD Series Packaged Oven/Dryer Burners Specifically designed for process air heating applications in convection ovens and dryers High turndown/short flame lengths providing accurate process temperature control High efficiency gas + air modulation, gas only modulation and simple high/low control options Heat Input Range: 9 kW – 1550 kW

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Midco HMA Series Air Replacement or “Make-Up” Air Heating Burners Direct fired, high efficiency burner systems, for high volume air heating applications such as paint spray booths, ovens and dryers.

Supplied either as Midco burner heads for OEM system integration or as Lanemark DB or FDB complete packaged systems including modulating gas valve trains and controls Wide range of firing rates to suit alternative temperature rise and air velocity system requirements DbCalc system design software

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Using SuperCORR A for maintenance of electrical connectors on generators improves performance by reducing corrosion fretting

Getting a handle on germ control New P-Wave products push the boundaries of washroom hygiene. Washroom hygiene specialists, P-Wave has announced the launch of two new patented systems to help reduce the spread of germs from door handles in high risk areas, such as kitchens and washrooms.

existing push plate when there is no handle. Both systems are long lasting and low maintenance. They don’t require films, sleeves or gels and instead utilise silver ion technology which interrupts bacteria’s cell’s ability to form the chemical bonds essential to their survival.

The new P-Hold fits over the existing door handle – it comes in three sizes and takes just 30 seconds to install – and the P-Plate replaces the

Further information is available at: www.p-wave.co.uk or call 01444 220 999 or email info@p-wave.co.uk.

Generators are used throughout the world by often in remote dusty and wet environments for essential power supply.

Mines, grinding and pulp and paper mills, land or sea drilling rigs for gas and oil production.

Generators powering aircraft services while stationary connect and disconnect many times a day in extreme conditions.

These locations test connector sealing continuously allowing dust or water to penetrate.

This with the flexing of the connecting cables allows sufficient movement between the metal surfaces of the connector pins to produce fretting corrosion which increases interruptions or

produces failures. Regular maintenance of electrical connectors is essential to be certain of consistent supply.

SuperCORR A is an aerosol lubricant containing corrosion preventive compounds which provide a superior protection for components against moisture, wear, general and fretting corrosion, surface static electricity, corona, and other electro migration problems. A can of SuperCORR A allows this essential maintenance to be carried out in any conditions quickly, easily and securely.

Tel +44 (0) 208 281 6370 www.corrosion-protect.com correx@envirotech-europe.com

Reliability Programme Maximizes Gearbox Life ‘Who would you hire?’ just the job for New WypAll* ForceMax industrial cloths With the launch of its new WypAll* ForceMax Industrial cloths, Kimberly-Clark Professional* is challenging manufacturing facilities to apply the same rigorous standards used in hiring employees to selecting wiping solutions. The ‘Who would you hire?’ (www.youtu.be/sjG4GQZm9h0) programme demonstrates that selecting the right wiping solution in manufacturing environments is just like hiring an employee and therefore can positively impact KPI’s, improve productivity, increase operational efficiencies and reduce waste.

Who would you hire? is introduced in 2018 for the launch of WypAll* ForceMax and pitches the WypAll* range of industrial cloths against traditional rags and laundered cloths used in plant and manufacturing settings.

“Just like hiring a new employee, selecting the right wiping solution can positively impact your KPIs,” explains Simon Justice, Manufacturing Marketing Manager at Kimberly-Clark Professional*. “If your current wiping solution was interviewed, would it get the job?”

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WypAll* ForceMax, is the latest cloth from Kimberly-Clark Professional* and is designed for superior removal of the toughest, most ingrained, dirt across all types of surfaces. WypAll* ForceMax absorbs 40% more oil than rags and absorbs it five times faster.1 Compared with rags, WypAll* ForceMax reduces disposal waste by up to 78% against average rag usage2.

WypAll* ForceMax is made with KimberlyClark Professional*’s Hydroknit technology which has been enhanced for this latest product development by blending recycled cotton fibres, cellulose and tear-resistant polypropylene.

The result is a perfectly engineered solution with a softer, more cloth-like feel and a more clean consistent cloth compared to rags or laundered cloths.

WypAll* ForceMax is thick and super durable and is consistently preferred by users over rags and laundered cloths.3 The embossed cloth provides bulk and extra scrubbing power for tough cleaning tasks without tearing or falling apart.

A key message of Who would you hire? is to encourage a transition from laundered cloths and rags to products specifically engineered for industrial cleaning tasks.

With long-standing cleaning contracts, manufacturing facilities can often become oblivious to the poor standards of cleanliness of their laundered cloths. In contrast, WypAll* Cloths deliver a clean consistent and highquality experience every time. www.kcprofessional.co.uk/hirewypall

The Newton Aycliffe facility is the first of its kind outside of Japan.

OPTIMAS HELPS HITACHI GROW ITS MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES IN EUROPE itachi Rail Europe has recently worked with premium component supplier and logistics expert, Optimas, in order to help simplify component and supply chain requirements at its newest train manufacturing facility. The factory is the first of its kind outside of Asia as Hitachi expands outside of its traditional manufacturing base. Optimas is able to offer cost saving solutions to help Asian manufacturer find success in Europe and North America.

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vehicles every month. These can include high-speed trains, commuter trains and metro trains.

Synergizing the component and logistical demands of a facility designed to manufacture high performance trains is not a simple task. Peter Mould, Application Engineer at Optimas explains: “We were able to secure the contract initially as we could offer fasteners at competitive prices.

We then worked closely with the Hitachi Rail team to rationalize the number of duplicated parts and simplify the numbering system. We liaised with Hitachi Rail engineers early on, so we could define a clear plan of action, removing any blueprint or component duplicates and selecting preferred vendors.”

A push towards standardization also enabled a reduced bill of materials, and added value, as less unique components were required. “By standardizing component choice for Hitachi Rail we were able to offer simplified supplier management which further reduced cost.” Peter continues.

With a clear component policy defined in conjunction with Hitachi Rail, Optimas turned its attention to increasing the efficiency of transporting fasteners from storage to the state-of-the-art production line. Optimas supported the Hitachi Rail team to develop a kanban system on-site, a lean manufacturing inventory control framework. The system aims to increase the efficiency

Optimas is a global distributor of fasteners and c-class products. Optimas at its core is a provider of integrated supply chain solutions and engineering support focused on delivering highly engineered fasteners to world-class customers around the world.

www.global.optimas.com

Optimas turned its attention to increasing the efficiency of transporting fasteners from storage to the state-of-the-art production line.

of production processes, by ensuring an optimum number of parts are available

this initiative presents a clear template to

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other manufacturers in the Asian market seamlessly into Europe.�

However, it is not a fastener policy that was meant to stand still, Peter concludes: “Our dedicated Optimas team continues to work closely with Hitachi Rail to constantly review parts and the supply chain. We update the policy at the start of every new project, meaning that we keep the bill of materials in review for every new model, so we can maximize overall cost effectiveness and efficiency.

By being dynamic, we can move on the same path of expansion as Hitachi Rail as it grows in the European market. Overall,

Subsequently, Optimas has been awarded additional parts by Hitachi Rail, which are currently being implemented as part of the kanban system. The clear implementation path defined by both businesses has meant expanding the fastener framework and ensuring customer success.

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A push towards standardisation also enabled a reduced bill of materials, as less unique components were required.

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CONNEXT: MULTI-TASKING COMMUNICATION SERVER FOR SMART FACTORIES roducts4Automation (P4A) now offers Progea's Connext Communication Server for companies investing in automation platform compatibility and data processing. The innovative product is much more than an ordinary server: it offers connectivity for different types of field devices as well as powerful data recording tools. Connext is an open, flexible and modular I/O server solution based on OPC UA technology. By leveraging Connext's ability to obtain realtime data via machine to machine (M2M) communications, customers can build systems that boost efficiency and improve competitiveness.

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A key feature of Connext OPC UA server is the ability to connect to any field device, as it supports many standard communication protocols, plus Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) communications via the cloud. The different protocols can be applied and used simultaneously. In this way, Connext provides a flexible, universal tool that enables users to benefit from a higher level of plant connectivity and interoperability.

Functionality is enhanced by interfacing with existing devices and systems.

Acting as a gateway between field information and other local or remote systems, Connext can serve a range of industrial information systems, such as SCADA, HMIs, MES and ERP platforms.

From a programming point of view, in addition to its own set of drivers and function modules .NET developers can benefit from the software development kit (SDK) to integrate their own suite of customized protocols and expand the existing library of drivers available.

More than a server The Connext OPC UA server was designed to support the Data Access (DA), Alarm & Conditions (A&C) and Historical Access (HA) OPC UA specifications.

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Therefore, in addition to its server functions, Connext also offers the possibility to manage alarm notifications and record the data transferred in a database, either on-premise or cloud.

Data is recorded with the Data Logger or Historian functionalities. While the first one records data traditionally, assigning each variable (Tag) to a database column, the Historian records time-series data, optimising the database functionality.

Finally, Connext supports the Hot Backup redundant function, allowing it to handle data server arrays to ensure maximum availability of data connections and archives for each project or application.

These additional functionalities enable Connext to be more than a passive communication tool, elevating it to become a tool for increasing data control and system responsiveness.

Paul Hurst, Managing Director of Progea's UK distributor P4A commented: "Interoperability and connectivity are key concepts in Industry 4.0, and are essential principles in the Connext architecture.

Our solution however was developed by application engineers and it shows, it goes beyond the traditional concept of 'server' and provides a variety of tools that make it a comprehensive solution for building and operating efficient and reliable networked systems for machine communication, data transfer and recording."

Photo Caption: Products4Automation (P4A) now offers Progea's Connext Communication Server for companies investing in automation platform compatibility and data processing.

Tel: 0845 077 3858 Web: www.products4automation.co.uk Email: paul@p4altd.co.uk

Mecelec Design produce test rigs, special purpose machines, automation, robotics and offer CAD design services.

Working in aerospace, defence, automotive, medical, general engineering and the unexpected and unusual.

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MK EXPANDS ITS RANGE OF PALLET SYSTEMS TO INCLUDE AN INDEXING CHAIN CONVEYOR SYSTEM he TKU 2040 indexing chain conveyor system expands mk’s portfolio of pallet systems. It makes cycled supply and interlinking possible, for example in the machine tool and plastics industry as well as in the automotive industry.

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The TKU 2040 is especially well suited for defined, position-oriented supply and removal as well as for interlinking machining centres. The system’s timing can be individually configured to a fixed cycle.

The TKU 2040 is based on the mk profile system and is modularly constructed, compact, flexible and extremely robust.

It is constructed from a timing chain conveyor with 2 roller chains, which permits a total load of up to 700 kg. The conveyor body consists of two profile sections with gliding assemblies for the chain and the workpiece fixtures. It is available in designs with a predefined

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width or with an adjustable width. The adjustable width makes it possible to use with workpieces of different sizes.

According to the specific requirements, the workpiece fixtures can be prisms made out of either polyoxymethylene (POM) or brass, which are optimal for holding round work pieces. Alternatively, profile pallets can be individually equipped with customer-supplied workpiece fixtures.

In addition to modules such as fixed and adjustable conveyor bodies, pallets, adjustment units, drives, tails and different types of frames, protective device guards, a drip pan and an automatic lubrication station are also available.

Key features of the TKU 2040 include: •

Load capacity of up to 700 kg

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To find out more about this and the full range of conveyors manufactured by mk visit www.mkprofiles.co.uk or call (01949) 823751.

Indexing Chain Conveyor System Interlink machining stations cost efficiently Sturdy system, total load capacity of up to 700 kg Flexible modular designs, variable lengths & widths possible

www.mkprofiles.co.uk

mk Profile Systems Limited a company of the mk Technology Group

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SMART MANUFACTURING Established in 1973, Velden is a British family owned subcontract engineering company, with an outstanding reputation for supplying quality machined products into the most challenging environments.

Providing a one stop production facility to an array of blue-chip clients, Velden supply a broad range of product, covering everything from small turned items in high volume to precision machined components, all the way to larger ASME IX fabricated assemblies and fully built and tested systems.

Significant investment made by Velden in the latest production machinery, factory automation, including robot loading assistants, camera and laser vision inspection systems and plant

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improvements in recent years, proves their on-going commitment to becoming a modern smart factory.

The company is currently partnering Manchester Metropolitan University on the Knowledge Transfer Programme to work on a project to evolve their ERP system to a cloud based platform, which will inter-connect with other systems and utilise data for analytics and Industry 4.0 intelligence.

Velden recognise that further advancement of its technology and systems is the key to on-going success by optimising productivity and improving both internal and external communications and in doing so, offering its customers a far greater service with added benefits. www.velden.co.uk Tel: 01204 520620 E-mail: enquiries@velden.co.uk

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Composites 4.0 – Cevotec’s Fiber Patch Placement automates the production of complex CFRP components Cevotec enables manufacturers to build complex fiber composites in high volume and quality – by smart process automation based on Fiber Patch Placement technology.

With SAMBA Series, Cevotec offers tailored, automated fiber layup systems for challenging 3D geometries and laminates with complex fiber orientation. Given its easy scalability, Fiber Patch Placement adjusts to requirements of highvolume production with throughputs of 100 kg per hour as well as flexible batch production, prototyping and R&D. ARTIST STUDIO is the matching CAD-CAM software for generating patch-based fiber laminates and automated robot programming. A plug-in for commercial FEM software allows for efficient structural simulation.

Phone: +49 89 2314 165 - 0 advantages@cevotec.com www.cevotec.com

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PREVENT PRODUCTION DOWNTIME AND NEGATE THE NEED TO SWITCH OFF FOR PERIODIC INSPECTION AND TEST WITH BENDER RCMS utomotive manufacturers are acutely aware of the negative impacts when production stops. Every minute of downtime results in reduced output and the loss of profit.

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Over and above standard wear and tear or equipment failure caused by factors such as: overload, overheating, mechanical damage, or even poor maintenance regimes, it is inevitable that the electrical infrastructure will also degrade through time. Bender residual current monitoring technology (RCM) is designed to monitor earthed systems (AC/DC) for earth leakage or residual currents.

This RCM technology has been selected

by Germany’s largest car manufacturer to provide maintenance and operations teams with greater visibility of developing faults before critical power is lost. It has been installed across production lines and is the ideal solution to monitor, detect and forewarn production managers of developing electrical faults.

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In addition, the continuous monitoring capability of Bender RCM enables the requirements for Periodic Inspection to be met without power being shut down. This is owing to RCM devices reporting data which meets the requirements as stated in BS7671:2008.

Benefits of Bender RCM:

The car manufacturer has witnessed a positive Return on Investment since embracing the Bender technology. It has provided them with full visibility of their electrical infrastructure to allow predictive and preventative maintenance.

In addition, the periodic inspection can be conducted without shut down – a major saving of resources and down time.

British Standard 7671:2008, Regulation 341.1 details the rules regarding Periodic Inspection which are widely understood and adhered to by automotive manufacturers. This technology is perfectly suited to their needs as it can be easily retrofitted into existing power systems.

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Bender RCM offers a complete solution for manufacturing operations teams to monitor, detect and prevent developing causes of electrical failure, avoid unplanned events and reduce costs of maintenance and repair - resulting in improved production output and increased automotive profitability.

Visit website for further information: www.bender-uk.com/products/ residual-current-monitoring-overview

Predict & Protect

Vehicle Production Processes Monitor & Forewarn Developing Causes of Electrical Failure  Continuous monitoring of equipment, processes & plant  Provide early warning of electrical failure  Prevent unplanned production shutdown  Eliminate the need to switch off for periodic inspection and test  Enhance safety of operations  Improve resilience and availability of production processes  Increase profitability across all manufacturing areas  Reduce risk of electrical fire

AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING

BENDER UK

Low Mill Business Park, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9EE Tel: 44(0) 1229 480123 email: industrialsales@bender-uk.com

LYNK & CO CARS TO BE PRODUCED IN EUROPE ynk & Co, the global connected and shareable mobility brand, confirms that cars destined for Europe will be manufactured at the highly efficient and award- winning Volvo facility in Ghent, Belgium.

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Starting from 2019 with the Lynk & Co 01 model, production for Europe will commence in Ghent on the same production line as the recently named European Car of the Year for 2018 – the Volvo XC40.

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Lynk & Co Senior Vice President, Alain Visser, said: “We will manufacture in Europe, for Europe, focusing initially on hybrid-only electrified derivatives of our new range of cars. Our vehicles share the innovative Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) with Volvo, therefore it makes absolute sense that we commence European production for Lynk & Co alongside a brand with the absolute trustmark and global recognition in safety, quality, design and international appeal. We could not wish for a better start in our home markets.”

Designed and engineered by an international team in Gothenburg, Sweden, Lynk & Co has a European heart and soul, and a refreshing approach to the automotive business.

It is the world’s first new mobility brand with a focus on connectivity, sharing, online sales, and a subscription model of usership.

SMALLER JUST GOT STRONGER

PFC100 Controller: High performance packed into a smaller footprint

• Extremely compact and maintenance-free design saves control panel space

• 600 MHz processing power allows seamless automation of complex industrial systems • Cost-effective configuration via e!COCKPIT engineering software • Scalable modular system ready for future challenges • Comprehensive on-board data security packages

• Two ETHERNET interfaces for extensive compatibility • Linux® operating system

• CODESYS 3 runtime system

• Blends together the best of two software worlds in one package Telephone E-Mail Internet Search for

01788 568 008 ukmarketing@wago.com www.wago.com “WAGO PFC100”

SAVING WITH MORE PERFORMANCE ichard Chambers is internationally recognised for his products, which are either unique or the best in the world, covering most areas in industry and transport, and also private areas..

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For friction reduction, SX-6000 is the only product in the world with high density PTFE, which, added to any oil system, produces a coating on the friction surfaces with 0.02 coefficient of friction.

(Next best 0.04). Cost reduction comes from the reduced friction, and wear reduction is certified to be up to 88%, on the road and in the works. In vehicle engines an oil-saving of 50% is also normal.

Fault finding, from just starting, allows quick correction rather than waiting until a break-down, also saves loss in production time. Leaks of compressed air or explosive gases can be found at 3 times the distance of the next-best fault finder, or with an accessory up to nearly 100 metres. The Ultrasonic SPY is the standard in many big plants in all industries.

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Optimising electricity consumption in electric motors with the Powerboss is unique in the world, with several other programmable features, such as soft start and stop, which remove shock-loading, and overload and underload sensing. By air compressors at least 16% is always saved, and with SX-6000 added to their oil it goes up to over 20%. In some other applications even over 50% has been achieved.

When polymer oil seals start to lose their plasticisers, a “proper repair” with loss of production time to replace the seal is not required. Simply add LecWec, even possible while the machine is still running.

Reports from users of over 15 years ago confirm that as long as the oil with LecWec is still in the machine, the seals remain cured. Compare the costs! If a power-steering leaks, “normally” it has to be replaced, with 4-figure costs. The necessary LecWec costs, for a private car, about $12.

Intelligent lighting saves electricity and gives, for whatever is being done, ideal lighting. LED lights are optimal for lowering the power cost, and with the new and uniquely programmable sensor, quick group-changes ensure constant good working conditions, from precision work to warehousing.

And replacement of fluorescent lighting will save the cost well within a year, and the lighting will hold for over 50,000 hours.

Chambers warns, that there are several others who claim big savings, but who have no proof of such. For instance, frequency adjusters are claimed to be capable of serving if also fitted to motors which are not required to vary their speed. Lies and bribery. Demand scientifically solid evidence, on paper, and submit it to experts. www.qmi.de www.chambers-gmbh.de

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Distributor of Mean Well Power Supplies

Din Rail Power Supplies

Ecopac Power LTD

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WAGO JOINS FORCES WITH “STRATEGIC OUTSOURCING SPECIALIST”

AGO, the automation, interconnection and electrical interface specialist, has agreed a deal to supply components to PP Control & Automation for use in their electrical assemblies. The agreement is the latest in a series of new supplier partnerships struck by WAGO.

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As one of the global leaders in electrical control systems, cable harnesses and sub-contract manufacturing solutions, PP Control & Automation serves building services, food and beverage, medical, energy, security, semiconductor manufacturing, printing and others.

Customers are increasingly demanding more complex machines with shorter lead times. “Production capacity of particular machine configurations often has to be ramped up and ramped down at short notice. For this reason, the company needs suppliers that it can trust to provide reliable components to specification in

a short space of time,” says Tony Hague, managing director of PP Control & Automation.

WAGO, whose interconnection and automation products provide the backbone for critical applications are supplying DIN rail-mounted terminal blocks, power supplies, electronic circuit breakers, and automation controllers and modules.

“Customers require a higher degree of configuration than ever before,” continues Hague, “And it’s up to us to provide exactly what they need. Things can move quickly in industry, and the increasing need for agility means that good product design and effective specification at component level are critical. Even the highest standards of workmanship can’t save you from inferior components, which is why partnerships with suppliers like WAGO are so important to us.

“In every case PP Control & Automation recommends and makes use of CAGE CLAMP® technology and the security of connection that it provides. We have already, on a number of occasions, replaced more traditional screw clamp connections with CAGE CLAMP, and our customers have seen an immediate and significant improvement in connection reliability.”

Tony Hoyle, managing director, WAGO Limited, adds; “We are always pleased to know that industry-leading OEMs such as PP Control & Automation choose WAGO products, and it demonstrates the high regard in which we are held within the market. A major benefit for us is that customers who may not ordinarily have specified WAGO get to see just what our products are capable of.” www.wago.com

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The new series has a minimum width of only 35mm up to 43 AAC at 40°C and a maximum width of 70mm for the 50 AAC and 63 AAC which provides a compact and space saving solution optimising panel space.

programming is also offered when the optional K-SPARC palletising software is used. This enable programmes to be generated offline by selecting the workpiece, pallet and stowage pattern; layout planning and operating simulations can also be performed enabling optimisation of the palletising operation.

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POTENTIAL SAVINGS AWAIT YOUR INITIATIVE Less costs, more performance – not a dream, but easy to achieve.

Some examples from customers: • • • • • • • • •

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Compressed-air and process gas losses 20 - >50% Compressed air production costs >30% Wear up to 88% - certified Pulverising <8µ >90% Lubricants – yearly material costs 20 – 80% Lubrication work and disposal >50% Cyclically-working electric motors 10 – >30% Frictional energy losses 3 – 14% Truck and bus fuel costs > 7%, oil >50%

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Search and diagnosis time 80 - >90% Oil leak repairs 80 - >98% Vibration analysis 50 – 85% A/C and cold systems 10 22% power + maintenance

When are you going to start ?

What you did not save today is gone for ever !

And the environment is thankfull ! www.qmi.de R.Chambers GmbH, Dahlienweg 14, 85551 Heimstetten | Tel: +49 (0)89 / 90 35 63 8 | Fax +49 (0)89 / 90 44 54 1 | E-Mail: chambers@qmi.de

Low Cost Robotics R12 – the lowest cost professional robot arm in the world! Designed like a sports car it is fast and light but accurate and reliable. 500mm reach. Available in 5-axis and 6-axis versions.

R17 – 750mm reach articulated arm, available in 5 and 6 axis versions plus high payload and high speed versions.

R19 – A 4-axis cylindrical format robot, accurate and clean, ideal for laboratory applications.

COLLABORATIVE – ST robots can work with humans as well as any other robot bearing in mind that a robot moving at speed with any kind of load will hurt you no matter what make of robot you choose (so don’t be fooled by claims you may see). ST provides full guidance for safety and risk assessment.

RELIABLE – ST robots work for years before any kind of attention is required.

Meanwhile the robots are maintenance free.

SOFTWARE – For most people the biggest reason for not getting in to robotics is the perceived risk that the software will be too difficult. ST’s software, RoboForth, is probably the easiest to use on the planet. It’s a fact – see the testimonials on our website. We provide acclaimed manuals and tutorials plus unlimited free technical support.

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The Multi³ ™ is suitable for a multitude of applications, maximising productivity and accuracy.

A fully integrated ready to use ‘Plug and Play’ solution, cost effective and operator friendly.

Multi³ ™ Benefits • A ‘Plug and Play’ machining/trimming/additive solution • Cost effective and operator friendly • Multitude of applications • Customizable, adaptive and movable • Fully supported programming software and training

Introducing the

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ELECTRONIC KINGPIN SAVES WEIGHT AND IMPROVES MANOEUVRABILITY he TriDec EF-S electrohydraulic/electronic kingpin steering system, available from JOST UK can be fitted onto trailers requiring an extremely low trailer neck, such as milk tankers, bulk trailers, low loaders and trailers of monocoq construction.

The EF-S can also contribute to improved vehicle handling at slow speeds. The EF-S system directly follows the truck's movement for even the smallest steering input, this means that there is no delay in steering reaction. The benefits of this are particularly noticeable at the loading bay, where the driver will find improved positioning accuracy.

Unlike mechanical and hydraulic steering systems, the EF-S system does not require a fifth wheel unit.

Significantly, at higher speeds on straight roads, the EF-S locks the wheels into the straight-ahead position, helping to ensure steady and stable running in the traffic lane.

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Instead it needs only a king pin to which a steering angle sensor has been fitted, which can represent a significant weight saving because of the lack of a heavy hydraulic pump, or even heavier alternator.

This will lead to a consequent improvement in fuel economy.

The design of the EF-S is such that the king pin wedge is equipped with a patented self-centring mechanism, which prevents damage whilst coupling the tractor and trailer.

The advantages of the EF-S can be summed up as: Extremely low neck neck-mounting height required (60mm), Weight saving, leading to improved performance, Minimal trailer chassis modifications required, Fast and simple mounting, JOST supplies the full range of TriDec steering systems - mechanical, hydraulic and electronic - for both turntable and kingpin steered axles. Its sales team can provide expert guidance to help identify the most appropriate solution for any given vehicle. Helping to save on fuel consumption, tyre wear, vehicle maintenance and damage repair and mounting time while improving manoeuvrability.

Tel: + 44 (0) 1204 528888 Fax: + 44 (0) 1204 531957 Web: www.jostuk.co.uk danny.broomfield@jost-world.com

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MECHELEC MOVES FORWARD WITH UNIVERSAL TROLLEY PACKER Bedfordshire‐based Mechelec Automation have taken their revolutionary new bottle collation and trolley packing system for the dairy industry to new heights.

The TP1002 Trolley Packer is designed to provide fully automated, cost effective trolley loading, and since its release in May 2017 has been in production in a dairy in Wales running at speeds of up to 250bpm and packing 4-pint bottles in a 5 x 4 format.

The Mechelec engineering team has a wealth of experience in the automation industry, having worked for many years with robots, servo systems, pneumatics and PLC control. This experience along with their open minded approached has resulted in the TP1002.

This innovative system offers flexible throughput at faster operating speeds.

The system’s robotic arm and servo driven collation unit can quickly and efficiently load two trolleys simultaneously, offering double the packing speed of conventional automated systems with a comparable footprint. The use of robotics eliminates the problems relating to variable height packing, offering free movement through multiple axes and avoiding the

compatibility issues arising from differing designs or damaged trolleys.

The simplicity and open construction of the robotic system also allows easier access, helping to minimise downtime for wash down and routine maintenance. The system is IP67 rated.

Mechelec engineers have vast experience in using motion control solutions from the major OEM’s such as Rockwell and Siemens. On this occasion they chose to partner B&R for their motion solution due to its integrated architecture bringing PLC, HMI, Motion and Safety together as a seamless package.

John Salisbury, Director at Mechelec told us “Now we have a proven track record with a production machine it is time to take the TP1002 to its next level, as it was always our intention to make the TP1002 more than just a trolley packer.” He continued “We chose to use an industrial robot in our initial design knowing that robots are a tried and proven solution, what is more with our engineers having extensive experience with robot programming this was a logical step.

An additional benefit of using robot technology is the flexibility for expanding

the range of the TP1002. We now have an interest in an add-on unit which provides functionality for shrink-wrapped bundles to be loaded to trolleys.”

John explained “Shrink wrapped product is collated into the correct format, loaded to the head of the robot and then transferred into the trolleys in the same way collated bottles are loaded.

This feature offers a very cost-effective solution that is easily added to an existing TP1002.”

Asked where the TP1002 goes from here John told me “We have already been asked if we could palletise the shrink-wrapped product. This additional functionality would naturally fulfil our long-term objective to make the TP1002 a truly universal packer.”

Mechelec Automation designs, manufactures and maintains fully integrated mechanical and electrical automation systems for a diverse range of sectors.

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TAKING THE DRIVER OUT OF THE FACTORY n the 1993 science fiction film, Jurassic Park, visitors could take a tour in an autonomous Ford Explorer that used tracks on the ground to navigate.

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This was a good prediction of future technological advancements, but the autonomous vehicles of today are far more advanced than the Jurassic Explorer.

Here, Jonathan Wilkins, marketing director of obsolete parts supplier, EU Automation, explains how autonomous vehicles are beginning to transform the manufacturing industry.

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Autonomous vehicles in factories Manufacturing facilities are typically very large, often spanning several buildings.

Therefore, equipment, raw materials and finished products must be transported to the correct location as the manufacturing process progresses.

Traditionally, humans would conduct this task. However, autonomous vehicles eliminate the need for the workforce to conduct manual handling, meaning manufacturing factories can reduce the incidence of injuries and improve staff health and safety.

When Jurassic Park first opened, an unlucky driver would have repeatedly driven the same circular route with squealing children in the back seat. By introducing an autonomous Jurassic Explorer, the staff would have been able to focus their efforts on other areas.

As well as benefitting individual workers, autonomous vehicles increase productivity in manufacturing, as they can transport a greater mass and move more quickly than a human. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also more reliable, so late deliveries are avoided, helping to keep the entire manufacturing process on schedule.

Industry 4.0 has significantly boosted the autonomous vehicle industry, with improvements in their technology, adaptability and reliability, as well as an expansion in their potential applications.

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Another advantage of using autonomous vehicles in manufacturing facilities is that they can be programmed to comply with good manufacturing practice (GMP) requirements.

This is essential in pharmaceutical manufacturing in particular, for ensuring the safety of all staff and consumers.

Delivery In light of the advancing technology, customers expect the process from online ordering to product delivery to become faster, easier and more affordable.

Amazon has plans to accomplish this with its upcoming service, Prime Air.

It will enable customers to order their products online and receive them in 30 minutes or less via a drone. This service will be completely autonomous and will minimise the need for delivery drivers. As a result, there will be fewer heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) on the roads, reducing traffic problems and emissions.

An alternative solution is the use of driverless HGVs. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re expected to be safer than lorries driven by humans due to the array of sensors used and the braking and accelerating synchronisation of several vehicles in tandem.

Additionally, HGV drivers often work long, unsociable hours and spend time away from home.

Therefore, by introducing driverless HGVs and employing people to manage and coordinate the vehicles instead of driving them, businesses can improve employee satisfaction.

The makers of Jurassic Park underestimated the full extent of where technology could take autonomous vehicles.

However, they made a good prediction of how they would be used in the future to make workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; jobs easier and to make businesses more productive. +44 (0) 845 521 3088 jonathan.wilkins@euautomation.com www.twitter.com/euautomation Issue 32 PECM

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EPack Power Controller Range for Optimal Adaptability Across Electrical Heating Applications

Low Power Accelerometer Breaking from conventional IEPE power, the LPA100T operates from low voltage (3-5 volts) consuming less than 300 uWatts.

The new Eurotherm™ by Schneider Electric™ EPack™ power controller range combines a high level of functionality and configurability with straightforward set up and operation.

In addition, new circuitry minimizes settling time to less than ten milliseconds while still preserving 0.3 Hz low end frequency.

Global certification to international standards and a robust design for high reliability in demanding environments allows it to be adapted to a wide spectrum of three phase applications and markets such as Heat Treatment for Aerospace and Automotive, Life Sciences, Semiconductor and Food & Beverage.

The LPA100T is an ideal solution for wireless, battery-operated or energy harvesting applications due to its low power consumption.

A built-in electronic temperature sensor provides additional machinery health data from the mounting location.

The LPA100T is also available certified for use in hazardous areas (Class I, Div 2/Zone 2).

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EC centrifugal fans with motor enclosures Cooking contaminates the surrounding air with substances such as grease vapors and combustion gases, whilst also generating a lot of heat and moisture. That makes the installation of Air Handling Units (AHUs) necessary in commercial kitchens, in order to extract cooking odors while also supplying fresh air from outside. For this application, ebm-papst has developed a centrifugal fan with an EC motor outside the air flow.

Special requirements Fans used in AHUs have to satisfy special requirements. According to VDI guideline 2052, which concerns ventilation systems for kitchens, their motors may not lie directly in the path of air flows bearing particulates. www.ebmpapst.co.uk

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BALANCING ECONOMY WITH EFFICIENCY – TRANSFORMER SELECTION Climate change, energy efficiency, power savings – all buzzwords with buyers of electrical products. Whether looking at a new car, sourcing a microwave oven or purchasing a washing machine, all customers are aware of energy consumption and the impact on the environment. Many governments actively encourage users to purchase high energy efficiency transformers to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions, and manufacturers are providing better quality products to achieve these goals.

Power and distribution transformers, devices which convert voltages in electricity transmission and distribution grids, are subject to EU ecodesign requirements. By using more energy efficient transformers, it’s estimated after the year 2020 that per year energy savings will exceed 16TWh – the equivalent of 3.7 million tons less of CO2 being emitted each year (or half of Denmark’s total annual electricity consumption). Lower energy usage, lower cooling costs, etc., provide long-term cost savings in operating higher efficiency transformers.

Over the years, the manufacturing process of transformers has greatly improved with the introduction of more efficient materials.

Machinery and production techniques are equally refined to produce high quality, high efficiency transformers with far greater reliability and exceptional flexibility. When selecting transformers, customers have a wide scope with which to choose a unit which meets their project requirements at a low initial outlay while maintaining a low overall running cost.

In an engineer’s quest to reduce energy consumption, matching the transformer to its anticipated load is critical. Injudicious transformer selection can result in a negative return on investment for the increased cost of the higher efficiency transformers. In many cases the most economical method to increase a transformer’s efficiency is to replace older transformers with modern high efficiency models meeting current efficiency regulations.

When deciding on a unit to purchase, understanding how energy losses are created within a transformer will enable the calculation of running costs.

Core losses are generated through energising the transformer whether there is a load attached or not. Also known as no-load losses, these are caused by the magnetising current

needed to energise the transformer core.

Because it does not rely on the load, this is a constant loss which will be incurred whenever power is applied to the unit.

Coil losses, or load losses, only occur when a load is attached to the transformer. These are an effect of energising the winding material, and are a product of the current applied against the natural resistivity of the windings.

One way to reduce this is to use a winding wire with a larger cross sectional area which reduces the resistance of the winding but, unfortunately, increases the weight of material used and ultimately the cost of the build. Using aluminium instead of copper winding material will make for a lighter unit as aluminium mass is much lower than that of copper, but because a larger cross sectional area is required, the overall size of the unit will increase slightly while the weight and cost decreases.

These losses contribute to the temperature rise of the transformer. Measured in Watts, these losses are commonly released as heat, and contribute to the overall temperature of the unit. During normal operation, the heat within the transformer will rise to an acceptable level without compromising the unit. The calculated temperature rise of the transformer can give an indication of the losses which will be sustained, however using the correct core and winding materials, selecting the right insulation and ducting, and meticulous design will provide a unit capable of reducing losses and running costs while minimising outlay.

Consideration for the design also must be given to the environment and enclosure a transformer is to be built for. An engineer will need to inform the designer of critical details like ambient and IP ratings. If the ambient temperature where the unit is to be in operation is considerably high, then the transformer will also need to be designed to compensate as conductive materials will increase in resistivity as temperature increases.

Transformers are designed to run efficiently at a specified ambient temperature which is commonly no more than 30°C (especially in the UK). If the intention is to use the unit in a boiler room or in a climate where the ambient temperature is typically much higher, then the transformer must be uprated to cope with this increase. An enclosure will be classified with an “IP Rating” which means it is designed to have ingress protection against liquids and particles.

Enclosures with a rating of IP3X or higher will

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generally give good protection against contaminants reaching the transformer, but it will also prevent natural air circulation from cooling the unit. In these instances, uprating the transformer will be required to contend with the lack of natural cooling. It may also be necessary to include additional cooling methods such as fans or specialised gas.

To achieve a high degree of efficiency, Electrowind invests in the best quality materials and equipment, maintains a workforce of exceptional experience and expertise, and uses the latest technological tools to minimise design time and reduce build costs. It’s possible to work within a client’s design requirements to achieve outstanding results in a price-driven market, but to also produce high efficiency transformers which will greatly decrease running costs and environmental impact.

For detailed information on our range of energy efficient transformers, as well as our reactors, chokes, rectification units, and site electrical equipment, please get in touch on 01782 776321 or by emailing sales@electrowind.co.uk. Alternatively, you can find a wealth of information on our website: www.electrowind.co.uk - all our products can be designed to best suit your project requirements, and we have a range of off-the-shelf units available directly.

Electro-wind is committed to deliver the highest quality goods, to meet and exceed customer expectations, and to reduce the environmental impact of our products and solutions. Through closely working with our clients’ design requirements, we can achieve short lead times, produce energy efficient products and, perhaps most importantly, create a sustainable environment for years to come.

About the Author: Todd Burnett is an Electrical Design Engineer and is in his fifth year at Electro-wind. Todd has experience as a repair electrician with the United States Navy, a history in sales and production management, and is trained as a 17th edition electrician. He has written design software for the purpose of creating low cost, high efficiency transformers, and is committed to the concept of exceeding client expectations

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CONREN LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE Specialist Resin Manufacturers Conren Limited has just launched their new website.

The focus of the new website has been to improve the format to make it even easier to source the latest technical information on Conren’s wide range of resin coatings, screeds, waterproofing compounds, highways anti-skid and safety surfacing.

With approximately 85% of the traffic to the website being accessed on mobile devices, the design of the new site has specifically taken into account the use of smart phones and tablets to quickly download and view datasheets and technical literature whilst on the move.

UK Help is also at hand for Architects and Specifiers who can now IRELAND access the appropriate NBS HOLLAND specification clauses and BIM Objects for Conren’s extensive range of surfacing SINGAPORE products MOROCCO within the product section.

SRI-LANKA Since 1971 Conren have been providing surfacing solutions THAILAND for major projects in the UK and throughout the world, supportedUSA by agents and distributors in CYPRUS over 30 countries. www.conren.com

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We’ve given it a complete new lease of life to keep the information clean, concise and easy to navigate.

We think it reflects our growing Facilities Management business and our commitment to delivering customer care centred on our family values.

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The Company’s brochure ‘Surfacing Solutions’ is also available in a ‘pdf’ format to download from the site as well as all the latest news from the Company.

With an ongoing increase of the UK population wanting to access information while “on the go”, the site is completely responsive. This means that whatever type of device you need to access information from; desk top, tablet or mobile, the information is presented in an easy to engage with format.

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Abbey’s previous knowledge both in products and customer services will enrich and enhance the NERO Sales team further.

Sales manager Thomas Ruston-Shaw said: At NERO we believe growth and excellence in customer service go hand in hand. I am pleased to welcome Abbey to our already diverse and knowledgeable sales team in an effort to continue to provide the best customer experience in the industry.

Our sales office is boosted further by the NERO website.

The site which is fully integrated into the NERO sales system will show you current prices, availability, alongside data sheets and the latest product which continue to be added to our current range of over 5,000 items.

Why not visit www.nero.co.uk and see how we stand out from other suppliers, both for pricing, availability and despatch times, we have one of the latest cut off times in the industry.

“Committed to quality and customer service” www.nero.co.uk

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WHY TRY SOMETHING NEW? HUCK® FASTENERS HAVE THE SOLUTION. Structural fasteners have been used in many critical joint applications for decades and over this time they have proven their reliability.

Available in carbon steel, aluminium, stainless steel and marine grade 316 stainless steel there is a structural fastener for every application and material combination.

Many attributes make structural blind fasteners ideal for fastening dissimilar materials. Huck® structural fasteners are available in a variety of diameters, head styles and coatings. They join material through either hole-fill or surface bearing.

Hole-filling fasteners ensure holes remain correctly aligned after installation, preventing “sheet creep”. Surface bearing blind fasteners may be used with thin or brittle material or where high tear out loads are required.

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No de-burring / grinding of the hole surface. Some structural fasteners even include undercut filets on the sleeves ensuring that they seat properly.

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Vibration resistant joints are less susceptible to

cracking as they remain true to their mechanical values.

Structural rivets retain their mandrel after installation. This retention is made possible by the interaction of the mandrel and its sleeve during the installation process. The presence of the mandrel accounts for 60-80% increase in load-carrying ability in shear and tensile over conventional non-structural blind fasteners.

Huck’s structural fasteners range from 3/16” / 4.8mm diameter, up to ½” / 12.7mm; there really is a combination for every application.

Call us to discuss your fastener requirements on +44(0)115 9324 939, visit our web site www.starfasteners.co.uk (new site coming soon!) or email sales@starfasteners.co.uk

ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE CREATES REMARKABLE NEW FRICTION GUIDES Using engineering expertise gained from the development of class-leading telescopic slides, a new range of linear friction guides is launched.

Friction guides use a plain bearing surface with no rolling elements. The lack of exposed moving parts makes this solution ideal for harsh environments where dust, sand or dirt particles might be present.

Compared to equivalent recirculating ball bearing slides, they are lighter, easier to use and engineered to minimise stress and wear on the friction elements; a durable and reliable system.

The new linear bearing guides showcase all the benefits that customers have come to expect of Accuride products from JET PRESS - ease of use, superior performance and designed-in reliability.

The strong engineering pedigree has delivered a friction guide that, thanks to its

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extratough anodised aluminium track and superior polymer guide, is hardwearing and long-lasting. This longevity adds to the low total cost of ownership and also makes it an attractive alternative to applications that might be over-engineered with costlier solutions.

Three variants of the new friction guide are available; non-adjustable, manual adjust and auto-adjust. The height, width and

hole pitches all comply to ISO 12090 standard to ensure compatibility to existing systems.

Tracks are available in two standard lengths of 1 or 2 metres and seamlessly fit together to form a track of any length for the bearing blocks to traverse freely along.

Available from stock at JET PRESS for next working day delivery. Contact our sales team on 01623 551 800, sales@jetpress.com or visit www.jetpress.com

THE DAY-TO-DAY CHALLENGES OF AN INTEGRATED FASTENER EXPERT n engineering a lot of focus is centred on complex systems and assemblies.

Every manufacturer has a signature approach, or systems that help to define a brand.

However, from a logistics point of view, every component is of equal importance.

A shortage of a single, small bolt over an entire assembly can cause a production shutdown. Optimas, a global industrial distributor and service provider of c-class components, employs fasteners experts on the ground at its partners' manufacturing facilities to combat this. But how do you, as a professional, successfully integrate with these businesses to improve their approach to components and their supply?

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To define the ideal approach, we spoke to a number of leading Optimas components specialists regarding their relationship with customers, and the methodologies they employ to become a go-to source for all fastener concerns.

Questioning the norm Ian Larkin, Optimas Customer Application Engineer The first step of any fastener relationship must be to gain familiarity with the customer's operations. Past experience in an industry can be important here, but leading manufacturers will enact

varying approaches to achieve a finished product, so gauging specific customer requirements is important. Hence the advantage of having a fastener expert on the ground; someone operating off site would not be able to reach the level of understanding required to accurately address specific fastener issues.

As a fastener partner, we have to fit an 'ideal standard'. We are working with big global customers who are driven to succeed, so we have to respect current processes and enhance the policy towards components to the specific requirements of the manufacturer.

The easiest way to gauge these requirements is during a line walk. We will travel the entire production line looking at points of use, while asking basic questions to see what we can tweak or possibly improve. This way we can meet the key figures on the line, while also taking a focused approach to tackle fastener problems on the ground. We don't want to tear up the customer's rulebook, but if we can point out a cost saving or alternative option to production staff, we will do so.

A good example of the benefits this can provide to manufacturers is highlighted by one particular customer. We noticed a washer that wasn’t strictly necessary was being added to a flange screw. We found washers at multiple points of use,

so we posed the question to the assembly team. It turned out that during the design of the product, the head engineer had requested the inclusion of washers to improve the aesthetic of the overall product. We were able to demonstrate that the washers were unnecessary for the application, and as a result, delivered an annual cost saving of $30,000 USD - a massive result when the cost of washers is considered.

You can utilise engineering expertise as part of a sales function, but it also adds value to our customers. By making sure that we don’t make presumptions, we start an open relationship with the customer in close proximity. This builds trust and lessens the impact of implementing new methodologies.

By getting involved with the product and seeing how it is used, people on the ground can get a deeper insight into possible solutions.

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Cross departmental communication Chris Sterner, Engineering Program Manager at Optimas By starting this dialogue from the beginning, efficiency and response is improved. In addition, close contact means that specific fastener solutions can be enacted across multiple projects. Open dialogue regarding each other’s projects allows wider implementation of identified solutions, instead of starting from scratch every time a potential problem arises.

By standardising solutions, you also deliver cost and efficiency benefits.

suppliers who simply supply components can leave manufacturers with the impression that if a component problem arises, they alone must solve the issue.

Optimas aims to differentiate itself by working together with purchasing, design and engineering teams within the business to aid problem solving.

One project comes to mind, which was in relation to design engineering activity for a new diesel engine. A bolted joint for the turbo mounting was backing off during testing. The result was that the turbo itself was coming loose, producing excessive noise in operation.

The manufacturer approached us for a solution. We connected the customer with a number of suppliers to help rethink the situation.

The customer trialled 3 or 4 recommended locking type fasteners to replace the problem part, before selecting a preferred option. Ultimately, we wanted to give the customer choice and a chance to improve performance, so they could be confident in the part going forward.

By undertaking research into component issues and displaying honest knowledge regarding fasteners, an OEM manufacturer can gain increased confidence in a fastener partner. Backed by a personal relationship with the manufacturer’s teams, all component issues will be forwarded to the fastener experts with total confidence.

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Consistent presence is important for these customers. We try to breed familiarity by being present at design reviews, which is a lot more beneficial to the manufacturer than simply being on the end of a phone.

It also allows us to share solutions, as each fastener problem we solve allows us to convince these varied groups within a business that we can be trusted to deliver.

By ensuring a consistent presence, fastener experts can effectively manage the balance between cost, engineering integrity and design efficiency. This means that despite the sometimes conflicting goals of those involved in fastener specification, all concerns can be tackled simultaneously and effectively to enable improved efficiency.

Providing guidance on fasteners affects the activities of the purchasing, design, engineering and assembly teams – so being able to balance the requirements of each of these groups is paramount.

Regular face-to- face contact is the optimum method, helping to build relationships between teams and delivering a fast response. Ultimately, a fastener expert must communicate across each department to achieve the perfect balance.

Going the extra mile Chris Sterner, Engineering Program Manager at Optimas Becoming a fully integrated fastener expert means taking the emphasis on component knowledge away from the manufacturer. Manufacturers therefore aren’t required to brush up on available

standard parts, availability, material standards or overall usage – enabling time to be spent on other areas of the business.

To become this trusted partner, you have to go the extra mile.

One story really fits this philosophy. One of our experts was asked to demonstrate some fasteners that were mentioned during a customer meeting. As he didn’t have these samples readily available at the meeting, he took pictures of the fasteners that were installed on his own car. He even took out a number of fasteners from the vehicle so he could share samples with the customer and demonstrate their usage. While quite an extreme approach, it was certainly effective in demonstrating the solution to the customer.

The capabilities of the service also go a long way. Our access to failure mode analysis and full technical studies means we can provide exact answers to tackle fastener application issues. If we don’t have an answer ready for the customer immediately, this capability means we can react as fast as possible with a high technical proficiency. If it’s a unique problem, as fastener experts we can also learn from similar experiences, so the benefits of shared knowledge are also available.

Demonstrating the ability to exceed expectation means increased confidence and reliance. This can make a fastener expert more indispensable than a traditional fastener supplier, as customers are confident that any challenge will be met with the same committed and methodical approach.

Changing preconceptions on fasteners Fasteners are the only assets on a production line that are used uniformly, but with engineering typically focusing on landmark innovations, the emphasis upon them can be diminished. As a fastener expert, challenging this preconception is all part of the job.

Chris concludes: “Fasteners may be the most inexpensive components that a manufacturer utilizes on a production line, but they are one of the most critical.

A lack of fasteners will shut down production just as much as complicated components, so we must demonstrate to our customers that the expertise we deliver can provide reliable service no matter the challenge. It is this philosophy that means we can help support the day-to-day fastener demands of marketleading manufacturers.”

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BACK TO BASICS: AIRFLOW TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY any industries utilize air for production purposes like mixing, pressurizing, atomizing and agitating applications. Applications include oil and gas, food, pharmaceutical, etc. By managing compressed-air systems and controlling airflow in such scenarios, users can improves production efficiency by up to 50%.

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Compressed air flows as a result of pressure differential. This implies that pressure drop is the major cause of insufficient airflow.

To maintain adequate airflow, much attention should be focused on the pressure losses that are caused by obstacles in the compressed air systems.

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Common Obstacles to Proper Airflow

In addition, the type of compresssor also affects proper airflow.

Obstacles in a compressed airflow system alter the pressure of the flowing air. As the push to optimize production continues, it becomes imperative for production personnel to always identify and combat such problems.

A turbine-driven air compressor, for example, utilizes more lubricating oil and cooling water for operation than an electrically driven compressor.

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This infers that a turbin-drive compressor is more susceptible to lubricating oil and/ or cooling water seepage.

Air Compressor Type and Operation: The air compressor can also be an obstacle to air flow. Air compressors make use of lubricating oil for sealing and lubrication, and uses cooling water (mostly applied) for cooling.

During operation, cooling water and lubricating oil may seep into the compressed air as a liquid or aerosol.

The resultant leakage causes similar contamination problems as the condensed oil and water vapors.

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Air Quality: Air cleanliness affects the required airflow. Atmospheric air contains a large amount of airbourne contaminants ranging from dust, dirt, water vapor, and, in an oil related industry, oil vapor in the form of unburnt hydrocarbons.

In many applications, dirt and dust particles can pass through the air compressor and gradually form deposits on the interior surface of the compressor.

As these deposits accumulate, friction increases and the compressor losses it ability to generate the required head for airflow.

While many operators are concerned about the risk of dirt and dust particles, oil vapor and water vapor in the air stream poses a problem. During compression, oil vapor and water vapor escapes with the compressed air, and after compression the air is cooled in the interstage cooler, resulting in condesed vapors. If this condensate is not removed, it causes corrosion and blockage to the to the compressed-air systems, hence reducing airflow and production efficiency. To prevent this, filters must be properly located in the system, and an interstage

cooler with automatic drain traps must be fitted into the air compressor.

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Improper Configuration of Distribution Systems: The main objective of proper sizing and configuration of distribution systems is to transport the maximum expected volumetric airflow from the compressor to the point of use with minimum pressure drop.

Poor distribution system configuration can lead to insufficient airflow, and thus affects the discharge pressure, robbing the user of expensive compressed air power. This is not limited to the interconnecting piping from the discharge of the air compressor to the header. It also applies to the air storage system and the distribution line conveying air to production areas.

To prevent this, international quality standards and guidelines must be strictly

Troubleshooting Quickly diagnosing and correcting application issues will help ensure that small problems don’t become big ones.

Thus, it is important to always keep in mind the old truism: “A problem identified is half solved.” Table 1 provides guidance on troubleshooting five common problems.

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HOW MAGNETROL® RADAR LEVEL TRANSMITTERS DIFFERENTIATE THEMSELVES here are many things to consider when choosing a radar transmitter. Deciding what instrumentation to use for a specific application will depend not only on the nature of the application, but also on other factors such as cost and availability.

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Four of the most important factors to consider when selecting radar level transmitters for any application are performance, diagnostics, versatility, and ease of use.

Magnetrol® produces two types of radar level transmitters: guided wave radar and non-contact radar. Both of these transmitters have characteristics that include these four important factors.

Here’s how the Eclipse® Model 706 guided wave radar and Pulsar® Model R86 and Model R96 non-contact radar transmitters meet crucial needs for level measurement applications.

Eclipse® Model 706 Guided Wave Radar Performance The ECLIPSE Model 706 is virtually unaffected by extreme process conditions, including temperature, pressure, specific gravity and dielectric. This means it can be used across process industries even in the most challenging applications.

It also has superior signal strength—and the Model 706 has a signal to noise ratio almost 3 times higher than its nearest competitor. Using the ECLIPSE, a plant can measure tougher applications with less downtime.

Diagnostics In addition to an automatic waveform capture feature, the ECLIPSE tracks and saves real-time and historical data about device performance to help guide users to pinpoint issues when they arise. The device features an LCD display that outputs real-time field intelligence

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without the need for an instruction manual.

Versatility A broad probe offering allows the Model 706 to be used in a wide variety of process conditions and connections.

Ease of Use The ECLIPSE Model 706 comes preconfigured, which means plant operators can take it out of the box, attach two wires, and walk away knowing the transmitter is ready to measure.

The Pulsar® R86 adapts to fit any application.

Pulsar® Model R86 Non-Contact Radar Performance The PULSAR Model R86 features a 26GHz signal, with a shorter wavelength that offers smaller antennas, a narrower beam and improved accuracy. This gives it improved performance in the most demanding process conditions. It also comes with volumetric configurations to help you set up the device for your precise needs. These configurations feature nine common tank shapes as well as a strapping table for uncommonly shaped vessels.

Diagnostics As with the Model 706, the Model R86 has automated echo capture that grabs an echo curve based on key diagnostics, such as loss of echo. An expanded event history shows when and why the echo curve was triggered. This helps plant operators keep track of their operations, even when they may not be present for the event that triggered the curve. Up to 20 configuration and diagnostic events can be viewed in chronological order for the most in-depth troubleshooting insights.

Versatility The Model R86 can be used in tall tanks up to 40 meters, short tanks, mixing blades, and applications with turbulence. It has 4 horn sizes available for use in punishing conditions and difficult applications. Small antennas can be installed in process connections as small as 1 ½”. Nozzle extensions are also available for underground vessel standpipes.

Ease of Use The circular polarization of the PULSAR Model R86 simplifies installation. No antenna adjustment is needed—whatever direction you orient the transmitter offers the proper alignment. The transmitter also features a setup wizard that explains the configuration process step by step, with real-time help text built in.

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SELECTION STRATEGY OF RUPTURE DISC t has been a practice in the process industry to fit in rupture discs in pressure equipment to provide means of relieving excess pressure. The rupture disc ensures safety of life and plant equipments in case of overpressure. A rupture disc is a nonreclosing pressure relief device designed to provide overpressure relief in chemical, petrochemical, and sanitary applications.

It can also be defined as a thin metal membrane designed to burst at a certain pressure and temperature in order to prevent over pressurization of the attached vessel. The rupture disc can be scored, machined, or injection molded. Rupture discs are also many a times known as burst discs due to its characteristic way of bursting when relieving pressure build-up.

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Rupture discs is similar to a pressure relief valve due to its function of reducing over pressurization. But differs in the sense that, while a pressure relief valve will reseat after discharging, a rupture disc remains open after discharging.

A rupture disc consists of a thin metal disc held at both ends by specially machined flanges. The disc can be made of aluminum, silver, copper, nickel etc. And its of the disc material, and thickness that it will burst at a predetermined pressure.

Since the rupture disc metal disc is thin, the stresses are high, and non-corrosion allowance is allowed. However, the rupture disc material must be more resistant to corrosion than the metal from which the pressure vessel is constructed. As a preventive alternative, lining and coatings or other materials can be employed to protect the disc against corrosion.

The rupture disc with accessories consists of selected instruments that work as a unit with the single objective of controlling pressure build-up. A rupture discs accessories consists of: burst checks, burst indicators, clamps, ferrules. A rupture disc can be thermally or mechanically actuated.

Regardless of the rupture disc design, it should be made with a “safety factor”, which means that a rupture disc designed

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to burst at 80psi must burst at 80psi (It must burst within the agreed tolerance).

Rupture Disc Types There are different types of rupture discs used in the oil and gas, sanitary etc industries. They are categorized as forward-acting rupture discs and reverseacting rupture discs. These different types of rupture discs are employed, depending on the suitability of the process.

Forward-Acting Rupture Disc The forward-acting rupture disc is dome shaped, and is oriented into a system with the process media (phase application) pressure against the concave side of the rupture disc (fig 2). When there is an increase in the process pressure beyond the designed or allowable operating pressure, the tensile strength of the material is reached and rupture occurs.

This type of rupture disc is employed in systems that typically have operating ratios at about 80% or less. They are usually designed to act in tension, more like a balloon. There are different types of forward-acting rupture discs, they are: forward-acting composite disc, forwardacting solid metal disc, forward-acting scored metal disc, and graphite disc. They have an advantage of being cheaper than the reverse-acting rupture disc.

be non-fragmenting. Reverse-acting rupture disc can also be used in vacuum or larger backpressure applications without special supports. They have an advantage of controlling burst pressure at close tolerances.

Operating a Rupture Disc While using a rupture disc, back-pressure build-up in the space between the disc and the pressure relief valve should be controlled. The contrary will lead to the disc not bursting at its designed pressure.

This back-pressure build-up could be caused by leakage, as a result of physical damage or corrosion. Proper inspection for corrosion and physical damage of the rupture disc will give satisfactory service and enhance process safety.

Rupture discs are used on vessels, piping and pressure relief valves, where the pressure build-up is formed as a result of unavoidable mechanical malfunctions, runaway chemical reactions. They are also used to protect heat exchangers, and large equipment like compressors and pumps.

Rupture discs can be termed “non-return” when the relief is discharged to the atmosphere, while they can be termed “return” when they discharge to some downstream collection and treatment systems, like the knockout drums (fig 1).

Reverse-Acting Rupture Disc

Rupture Disc Selection Criteria

The reverse-acting rupture disc is also dome shaped, but is installed with process pressure against the convex side of the disc, thereby placing the rupture disc in compression (fig 3). It is designed, such that as the designed burst pressure of the rupture disc is attained, the compression loading on the disc causes it to reverse back into a forward-acting disc and then burst. This causes the disc to open by a predetermined knife blade or scoring pattern penetration. Reverse-acting rupture discs are employed in systems where operating ratios is as high as 95% or less. They can be used in combination with relief valves, which means they can

It is believed in some industrial sectors that over 60% of rupture disc installed don’t perform satisfactorily and improper selection strategy accounts for the majority of these problems. Proper selection of a rupture disc is more than performing sizing calculations to make sure it is adequately sized for the emergency event. Failure to select the correct rupture disc for an application can result in significant plant down time due to ‘nuisance failures’. In a worst case, an improperly specified disc can fail to open during an over pressure event, resulting to a catastrophic failure.

In order to improve rupture discs operating efficiency and service life, there are 5 basic selection criteria’s:

Does the Rupture Disc withstand full Vacuum?

Rupture Disc Operating Ratio

Rupture disc are required to be vacuum resistant. In some cases, rupture disc need an additional vacuum support, while in others they withstand the full vacuum as its standard condition. There are forward-acting rupture disc and reverse-acting rupture disc that doesn’t need an optional vacuum supports and at the same time doesn’t withstand full vacuum. Such discs are not considered when the need for vacuum resistance exists.

The rupture disc operating ratio indicates the pressure at which the disc can be operated, with a prolonged service life.

Operating ratio is gotten by dividing the maximum operating pressure by the rupture disc burst pressure. Rupture disc selection with a higher than required operating ratio will be a waste of revenue and failure, but selecting a rupture disc with a lower operating ratio than required will cause reduced production and frequent change outs. Rupture discs have a recommended maximum operating ratio of about 50-95 % depending on the construction method and materials. They should not be selected for applications where it will be subjected to conditions above the specified maximum operating ratio. Therefore, any rupture disc that does not meet the required operating ratio requirements must not be considered.

Phase Application In selecting a particular rupture disc for installation, its phase application must be considered. This implies that gas only discs should be used in gas only conditions, because it may not open at all under liquid conditions. For instance, many reverse buckling discs are applied in gas conditions; its opening is actuated by the energy stored in the compressed gas. And since liquids are incompressible, stored energy due to compression is not available. Therefore, all liquid only discs are eliminated in this stage, if the application is gas.

Does the Rupture Disc require being non-fragmenting?

Rupture discs used upstream of a pressure relief valve are normally specified to be the non-fragmenting type. This is because, when the disc fragments lodges in the relief valve, it obstructs the valve from closing properly.

In some applications, it is advisable not to contaminate the process with the pieces of rupture discs. This is the case in sanitary applications. If fragmentation is not required for the application, all fragmenting rupture discs should be eliminated.

The Soft Criteria Once the final selection list is established, this criteria is used to evaluate the final suitability of a rupture disc design for a given application. The most important point is that, time intensive evaluations is carried out on a smaller et of rupture discs suited for the application. At this stage, the expertise

of the rupture disc manufacturer does not really affect the final decision on the type of disc design to use in the application. Such soft criteria is previous plant history with the rupture disc design in similar or same applications e.g. Interchangeability, ease of maintenance, cycle life etc.

Troubleshooting Understanding the causes that make a rupture disc to fail will help ensure that they don’t fail. When the cause of a rupture disc failure is unknown, it is imperative that the disc manufacturer should be consulted for further analysis. In order to prolong the service life and high accuracy of rupture discs, causes of its problems should be determined.

The first step to troubleshoot a rupture disc problem is to make sure it is selected and installed properly. Table 1 provides guidance on trouble shooting four common problems.

Table 1. Common Rupture Disc Problems and Remedies POSSIBLE PROBLEMS 1.

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DISC IS NOT DISCHARGING Is scale lodged in the disc?

Clean the disc.

Is the disc applied in the wrong phase media?

If so, check for adequate rupture disc for the particular phase media. Gas or Liquid.

Is the disc scored, or machined properly to the vessel?

Check coupling.

Is the pressure gauge functioning?

Replace faulty gauge.

Is the rupture disc small?

Install a properly sized disc.

DISC IS EXPERIENCING EXCESS PRESSURE Is valve opening and/or closing too quickly?

Install slow closing valves upstream of the rupture disc.

Is pressure meter installed far from the disc?

Check for proper disc and pressure meter distance.

Is there a hammer effect along the line leading to the disc?

If so, install air filled dampers to the line.

DISC LEAKS Is the rupture disc installed incorrectly?

Check the manufacturer’s manual.

Is the rupture disc assembly worn Replace the rupture disc assembly. out?

Is there residual porosity in the disc?

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Refer disc for impermeability test.

DISC IS NOT CORRECTLY INSTALLED Is disc installed with wrong holder?

Specify proper disc holder.

Is a damaged disc installed?

If so, replace disc, and refer for maintenance.

Is the installation instructions not Maintain design conditions. complied with?

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Under Pressure how to safeguard high pressure processes Usual high pressure rupture discs: Pressure loaded weld seam (red), affected by tension forces due to their position.

New REMBE HPRD high pressure rupture disc: The weld seam (green) is not affected by tension forces thanks to the innovative rupture disc design.

EMBE HPRD rupture discs protect various high pressure processes around the world. They were recently approached by one of the leading multinational companies to protect their polymer plant in Belgium and help to bring them in line with European regulations on pressure equipment.

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High Pressure applications require special overpressure protection due to the demanding process conditions including pressures up to several thousand bar and temperatures over 300˚ C which mainly occur in autoclaves. Related compressors face similar pressures.

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• Overload Protection - Overstroke Protection - Load Sustaining.

• Tangye products are manufactured in the UK by Allspeeds Ltd.

Allspeeds Ltd Tel: 01254 615100 Email: sales@allspeeds.co.uk Web site: www.allspeeds.co.uk

FEATURES Anodised aluminium Superb corrosion resistance ■ Lightweight ■ Robust ■ Slot 6, 8, 10 ■ ■

Expertly designed aluminium profiles and accessories by Alusic will suit most assembly projects. From workstations and machine frames to machine enclosures and access platforms, the characteristically robust construction of Alusic products is the quality choice for machine builds. The Alusic range features easy to complete systems to reduce downtime. Future proof your next project with the highly versatile range from Alusic.

For more information, contact Tom Parker Ltd.

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Energy pFBK-065 a mid-sized, highpressure, dualdischarge pump.

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SSr-05 a subsea regulator, without the ocsillation.

The Oilgear Subsea Pressure Regulator is a robust, precision device that controls the pressure within a given circuit by serving as both a pressure reducer and as a pressure relief.

The SSR is available in various sizes and control options (pilotoperated, mechanicallyset, and electricallycommandable).

pVG-048 an extremely responsive high-speed pump.

The PVG is a variabledisplacement, axialpiston pump with fast control response.

The PVG thrives on low viscosity fluids and is available in a variety of control and porting options. It is designed to be a highperformance solution for your demanding applications.

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a compact, highpressure pump.

The PVV line of Oilgear pumps represents the pinnacle of performance in a variabledisplacement, axialpiston pump. Pressure and flow demands continue to rise for our customers. The PVV is a pump that rises to the challenge.

The PFBA pump has proved itself successful for use with high water content and lowviscosity fluids.

These axial piston pumps are used in a wide variety of applications, including oil and gas die casting and injection molding machines, high pressure test rigs, civil and marine projects, intensifier systems, extrusion presses, forging presses and high pressure forced lubrication systems for long turbines as well as metal forming machines.

Wide variety of applications: high pressure test rigs, civil and marine projects, intensifier systems, extrusion and forging pressure and other heavy duty metal forming machines.

introducing the pVV-180 and pVV-355 New additions to the ultra high performance line of PVV variable displacement pumps.

BEST UNDER PRESSURE The Oilgear Company provides robust hydraulic solutions for customers who prefer a partner not a vendor Our vision is to be the No.1 choice for hydraulic solutions in our target markets Oilgear engineered hydraulic solutions are amongst the most reliable and cost effective on the market.

We drive the reduction of life cycle costs through innovation and engineering excellence We pioneer multi-fluid testing to promote the use of alternative hydraulic fluids As a partner we value customer satisfaction and being easy to work with Oilgear promote customer confidence through qualification

E: enquiries@oilgear.com T: 0113 394 7300

OILGEAR OFFER AN EXTENSIVE RANGE OF MULTIFLUID, HYDRAULIC PRODUCT RANGING FROM 70 TO 1000 BAR ENERGY

OILGEAR ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & CAPABILITY

INDUSTRIAL

TESTING & AFTERMARKET CAPABILITY • Hydrostatic Testing up to 1000 Bar • 6000 Bar intensifier rig

• Offshore Motion Compensation

• Pump dynamic performance testing (1000 Bar)

• Subsea Pumping Control • ROV Control

• Multifluid trials

• Blow-Out Prevention

• Rapid response emergency repair

• Hydraulic Press Control

• Routine service checks

• Electrical Amplifier Control

• Preventive maintenance • System performance diagnostics • Remote condition monitoring • Trouble shooting • Retrofit of new technology • System optimisation audits

• Sluice & Bridge Control • Transfer Barrier Control

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• Finite Element Analysis • Computational Fluid Dynamics – System Simulation (SimulationX)

• Power On Demand life cycle cost reduction

• Variable displacement pumps • Fixed displacement pumps Hydraulic intensifiers • Bespoke hydraulic control systems • High pressure check valves • Pressure regulating valves • High pressure logic manifold valves • Subsea function valves • High speed relief valves • Screw-in cartridge valves

Visit our website to find out more about our products & solutions!

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Hydraulics & Pneumatics / Machining & Machinery

Drallim Industries Limited | Millwood House | Ponswood Industrial Estate | Drury Lane | St. Leonards on Sea East Sussex | TN38 9BA | Tel: +44(0)1424 205140 | sales@drallim.com | www.drallim.com

As specialist engineering and design consultants, our family heritage began in the early 1960’s where we began designing, manufacturing and global distribution of mining equipment. Being the first to use hydraulics for cutting is where the ‘Rockwheel’ was born, being the original designers of which is now a proven and recognised cutting equipment attachment range, utilised in many industries and applications across the globe, since it was first introduced over 25 years ago.

WHY A HAMMER? WHEN A ROCKWHEEL IS MORE EFFECTIVE! Protected Motor // Valve Technology protects the hydraulic motor.

Only Two Hydraulic Lines // No Drain Line Required - Works on hammer circuit.

Transmission Ratio // Gearbox Units for Maximum Torque.

Heavy-Duty Design // For The Toughest Job Sites.

Most Experience on the Market // Invented and Engineered by Webster Technologies who have a history of design for the Mining Industry from 1960. info@webstertechnologies.co.uk // www.webstertechnologies.co.uk // 0114 2488 262

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WISEMAN THREADING TOOLS LTD SPECIALISTS IN TOOLS & GAUGES FOR SCREW THREADS. e have been supplying threading tools and gauges since 1987. Together with supplying plain plug and ring gauges this is all that we do, we therefore consider ourselves to be specialists in this field. We supply worldwide.

Our real time stocks can be checked and purchased online at www.threadtools. com Just enter the thread details into the search box on the home page. You will be directed to the item, if stocked, or to our specials, (custom manufacture), sales team. who will quote to supply at competitive rates, in good time.

We hold extensive ready stocks that include all of the standard stuff that others offer, but also includes taps, dies, die nuts, die head chasers, thread rolls and gauging for threads not normally available 'off the shelf '.

As an account holder you can also order online from our listed in stock items, at your normal terms.

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We realise that you need the right item at the right price and quality, and in a reasonable time frame. We are geared to provide that.

We can ship stocked items same day. Our experienced sales staff can assist and advise you on any technical issues.

We welcome enquiries from resellers and can offer terms to suit.

WISEMAN THREADING TOOLS LTD 11 Padgets Lane South Moons Moat Redditch B98 0RA UK 0044(1527)520580 sales@threadtools.com www.threadtools.com

Threading Tool Specialists

HSS DIES & DIE NUTS Large shelf stocks for all Standard and many Special Threads. Check our stocks online.

THREAD CUTTING AND ROLLING HEADS and parts and repair service

THREAD ROLLS FOR ALCO & FETTE HEADS. READY STOCKS CUSTOM MANUFACTURURE

HSS TAPS Huge Stocks for all Standard threads CUSTOM MADE taps our SPECIALITY! We stock taps for many non standard (SPECIAL) threads All types; Spiral flute and point, Fluteless, Left Hand, etc, etc.

Wiseman Threading Tools Ltd 11 Padgets Lane, South Moons Moat. Redditch B98 0RA Worcs UK 004(0)1527520580 sales@threadtools.com www.threadtools.com

Thread Gauges all types. Large stocks for standard and SPECIAL threads. Any non stocked can be quoted for custom manufacture.

CHASERS FOR COVENTRY & LANDIS TYPE DIE HEADS Ready stocks for most size heads most standard and some special threads Geometry available for most materials.

Custom manufacture our speciality!

Machining & Machinery

IDENTIFY CHAIN THROUGH AN APP Engineers who need to identify the right replacement chain for a piece of equipment can now use a FREE mobile App from Donghua Limited.

Users select the chain type required, input initial information via a series of screens and may upload a photo.

Once completed, the form is automatically sent direct to Donghua’s UK sales team for identification within one hour.* For a convenient and easy way to identify chain, download the App now via the App Store or Google Play.

For more information visit www.donghua.co.uk/chain-id or call 01902 866 200.

The new EAO Smart Box – Simple, compact and allpurpose

CUSTOMISED BLAST CABINET UPGRADES ARMATURE REPAIR From mobile phones to vehicle bodies, most products and equipment undergo vibration testing as part of their development or quality assessment. One of the leading companies specialising in vibration test system repair and maintenance has installed a customised blast cabinet from Hodge Clemco to upgrade its services.

EAO, the expert partner for Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), develops innovative customised HMI Systems, with intuitive design and reliable operation. A machine’s operator device must meet numerous requirements to function reliably in industrial environments. To be successful, the front design must provide flexible configuration and the mounting process must be simple and quick – even in very tight spaces.

Repair and rewinding of the electric coils in vibration equipment is a key service offered

by Cambridgeshire-based 1G Dynamics and involves stripping existing copper wiring off the aluminium armatures along with any aluminium tube used for cooling the equipment. Before being rewound, the surface of the armature and cooling tube are prepared to provide a key for the final resin coating.

EAO Smart Box is a simple and customisable “snap-on, plug & play” solution for operator devices in industrial environments that can include on/off, up/down or emergency stop functions in CNC machines or semiconductor production. Alongside a broad standard range, customised solutions are also available to meet the needs of the user.

Tel: 0114 254 8811 Fax: 0114 254 0250 E-mail: sales@hodgeclemco.co.uk Web: www.hodgeclemco.co.uk

www.eao.com

INTRODUCING

The NEW ATACAM range of Laser Cutters includes models for both metalic and non-metalic materials. They are equiped with co2 laser tubes, which can be used for cutting metal sheet such as carbon steel, stainless steel and nonmetalic materials such as acrylic, die bond, MDF, plywood, etc.

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Water Chiller with Over Temperature Protection Resolution: +/- 0.05mm Supported Formats: BMP, HPGL, PLT, DST, AI Compatible Software: CorelDraw, AutoCAD, Photoshop Voltage: 220v 10amp

Model ALM1390 for Metalic and Non Metalic Cutting With similar specifications to the AL1390, but with the added ability to cut metalic materials, such as stainless steel and carbon steel.

ATA Engineering Processes Ltd ATA House, Unit B, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP2 7SS t: 01442 264411 e: sales@ataeng.com www.ataeng.com

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CONNEXT: MULTI-TASKING COMMUNICATION SERVER FOR SMART FACTORIES roducts4Automation (P4A) now offers Progea’s Connext Communication Server for companies investing in automation platform compatibility and data processing. The innovative product is much more than an ordinary server: it offers connectivity for different types of field devices as well as powerful data recording tools.

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Connext is an open, flexible and modular I/O server solution based on OPC UA technology. By leveraging Connext’s ability to obtain real-time data via machine to machine (M2M) communications, customers can build systems that boost efficiency and improve competitiveness.

A key feature of Connext OPC UA server is the ability to connect to any field device, as it supports many standard communication protocols, plus Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) communications via the cloud. The different protocols can be applied and used simultaneously. In this way, Connext provides a flexible, universal tool that enables users to benefit from a higher level of plant connectivity and interoperability.

Functionality is enhanced by interfacing with existing devices and systems. Acting as a gateway between field information and other local or remote systems, Connext can serve a range of industrial information systems, such as SCADA, HMIs, MES and ERP platforms.

From a programming point of view, in addition to its own set of drivers and function modules .NET developers can benefit from the software development kit (SDK) to integrate their own suite of customized protocols and expand the existing library of drivers available.

MORE THAN A SERVER The Connext OPC UA server was designed to support the Data Access (DA), Alarm

& Conditions (A&C) and Historical Access (HA) OPC UA specifications. Therefore, in addition to its server functions, Connext also offers the possibility to manage alarm notifications and record the data transferred in a database, either onpremise or cloud.

Data is recorded with the Data Logger or Historian functionalities. While the first one records data traditionally, assigning each variable (Tag) to a database column, the Historian records time-series data, optimising the database functionality.

Finally, Connext supports the Hot Backup redundant function, allowing it to handle data server arrays to ensure maximum availability of data connections and archives for each project or application.

These additional functionalities enable Connext to be more than a passive communication tool, elevating it to become a tool for increasing data control and system responsiveness.

Paul Hurst, Managing Director of Progea’s UK distributor P4A commented: “Interoperability and connectivity are key concepts in Industry 4.0, and are essential

principles in the Connext architecture.

Our solution however was developed by application engineers and it shows, it goes beyond the traditional concept of ‘server’ and provides a variety of tools that make it a comprehensive solution for building and operating efficient and reliable networked systems for machine communication, data transfer and recording.”

Photo Caption: Products4Automation (P4A) now offers Progea’s Connext Communication Server for companies investing in automation platform compatibility and data processing.

ABOUT PRODUCTS4AUTOMATION Products4Automation (P4A) is a specialist supplier of new and innovative software and hardware solutions to the UK market.

Product ranges available from P4A include the latest touch-screen HMI’s and flat panel PCs, SCADA software and plug-ins, a wide range of SCADA enabled hardware, Alarm plug-in software for large automation systems, and a full range of Production Intelligence software solutions.

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WHAT PLANT MANAGERS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CHEMICAL DOSING SYSTEM HIRE

rocess and manufacturing businesses using chemical dosing systems will naturally invest in their own equipment, but there are times when hiring becomes a welcome additional option. WES Group, a leader in the development and application of dosing technology, offers plant managers the following advice on why, when and how a hired system can answer their problems. This is followed by guidance on what to look for in a provider.

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day after day. In some circumstances, the existing system may fall short of those expectations.

Short-term or longer-term hire can rescue the situation when: The site’s dosing equipment suddenly stops working. A hired system, deployed in such an emergency, keeps the plant’s operation moving and gives engineers time to investigate and resolve the problem. This is especially important for processes where extended stoppages would critically affect production or compliance.

A planned shutdown of the site’s dosing system is necessary for plant maintenance, refurbishment, upgrading or expansion.

Again, hiring avoids interrupting the operation.

Testing and evaluation is needed on new

strategies and processes designed to meet more stringent regulations and reduce operating costs. Before spending on new equipment, it makes sense to conduct tests and field trials using a hired system to find out whether the proposed changes will be effective, and to ensure the permanent equipment solution is properly specified.

Operational requirements and levels of demand are subject to seasonal or other short-term variations. Hired equipment adds flexibility, allowing rapid and costeffective adaptation of site capabilities.

It is time for the plant to be upgraded or replaced, but the company’s capital expenditure budget is insufficient.

Dosing equipment hire reduces the cost to a comparatively low monthly payment which falls within the operating expenditure budget. Another approach is

to use a hired system to gain time until the necessary capex is available.

The company’s in-house availability of knowledge, skills and capacity for installing and maintaining dosing equipment is limited or overstretched.

A specialist provider can supply a standalone hired system, specified, engineered, tested and ready to install – and manage the installation, commissioning and maintenance if required.

How to choose a supplier Plant managers should look for the following assurances from a supplier, if the cost-effectiveness and other advantages of hiring are to be maximised.

1. Proven expertise and a comprehensive equipment and services portfolio. Ideally, an awareness of the special needs of the particular industry sector.

2. Systems which match the plant’s scale, procedures and supply chain. Chemical supply, storage and dosing requirements vary enormously between sites and processes. System sizes range from small units to large set-ups with tank capacities up to 20 m3. Filling may need to be via drum, IBC or tanker.

3. Easy adaptation of systems to the plant’s operational needs. Versatility is essential. For example: the turndown ratio of the pumps supplied must meet the plant’s variable flow and pressure ; the pumps, valves and pipework must be compatible with the chemicals used; and the equipment should allow simple setting and adjustment of timing and dosage parameters.

4. Rapid availability of equipment. In breakdown situations, especially, there must be confidence that the system will

be operating on site very soon. This is largely a question of the provider’s fleet size and the efficiency of its logistics.

5. Easy transport, installation and commissioning of systems. The right provider will do everything possible to ensure equipment is operational in the shortest time. It should be palletised or containerised for fast transport, with a construction robust and weatherproof enough for deployment in any location, and its components should be preintegrated and pre-tested. A large tank, for instance, should come with filling and safety systems in place, and the package should include a suitable bund.

6. Ability to integrate equipment quickly and easily with that on site. Systems should arrive with the right pipework and connectors for a straightforward link to existing dosing lines, where appropriate, or to the lines supplied with it. There should be a choice between

independently operating controls and linkage to existing sensors and on-site or remote control systems.

7. Expert and dependable advice. Unless there is sufficient in-house knowledge of exactly what system is required, and how to install and maintain it, the manager must be able to trust in the provider’s advice and support.

8. A reputation for flexibility, responsiveness and good service.

There should be an established record of fulfilling customers’ needs in both emergency and planned situations.

The development of WES Group’s hire service, which specifically addresses each of the criteria above, has benefited from many years of researching the issues affecting customers.

For further information, please visit www.wes.ltd.uk.

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Bi-Metal Thermometer Temperature Gauges

abfacility now offer Bi-Metal Stainless Steel Thermometers with bottom or back entry and 'anyangle' versions available to buy direct from our ecommerce website.

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Any shift in temperature readings greater than twice the tolerance of the instrument must be investigated and the immediate replacement of the gauge if it is faulty.

How does a bi-metal thermometer work?

The bi-metal thermometer is made up of two metals moulded together to form a coil.

Advantages of bi-metallic thermometers:

As the temperature changes, the bimetallic coil contracts or expands, causing the pointer to move up or down the scale.

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Temperature Ranges from -20°C to 200°C

Standard stainless-steel gauges and pockets are suitable for air, oil, water and other non-erosive fluids.

Environmental conditions should be taken into account when considering suitable materials for dial case, etc.

The instrument head should be protected from localised heat or cold sources as this can lead to indicating errors.

The function of the gauge does not require any special maintenance procedures but frequent checks must be made to ensure that the instrument is still working correctly and accurately.

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Bi-metallic thermometer are easily installed and maintained.

Wide temperature ranges are available.

The bi-metallic thermometer has class 1 accuracy.

For all sales enquiries please contact us as follows: sales@labfacility.com Tel: +44 (0) 1243 871280 www.labfacility.com

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80 GHZ LEVEL RADAR HELPS RECYCLE APC RESIDUE INTO CONCRETE BLOCKS Figure 1 Useful construction blocks produced using recycled APCr, rather than sending to landfill

astle Environmental is a leading supplier of specialist waste treatment, recycling and disposal services, handling in excess of 250,000 tonnes of waste each year.

They operate three fully permitted sites in the UK and are proud to be ISO 14001 and ISO 9002 accredited. One type of waste processed at their Cardiff site is APCr (Air Pollution Control residue), the fine powder that remains following the cleaning of gases from Energy from Waste facilities. It contains lime which is alkaline, and consequently APCr is classified as hazardous waste.

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For the past 18 months Castle have used recycled APCr as an aggregate replacement in the production of precast concrete products. Following a detailed end of waste review in full consultation with Natural Resources Wales (NRW), APCr is gainfully employed in the manufacture of a range of concrete blocks. The pre-processed APCr is combined with additional aggregates and cement to produce heavy duty interlocking concrete blocks and 4â&#x20AC;? dense blocks, which are used in construction, civil engineering projects, barriers and bay walls. (See fig 1) Part of this recycling process involves mixing the APCr powder with recycled water in a 4m high agitated vessel to form

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a slurry which is then dewatered prior to combining with other aggregates to form the blocks. During this mixing process, the level in the vessel requires careful monitoring and control to ensure the process is carried out under the correct conditions. Inside the vessel there is a very agitated surface, solids can build up on the walls as well as the agitator itself and surface foam can also be produced under certain conditions. (See fig 2) The uneven surface, foam and solids build up - are accommodated by the VEGAPULS 64â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 80 GHz radar technology

to deliver accurate and reliable level readings. It employs focusing to avoid unwanted interfering signals combined with high sensitivity to read through condensation, sensor build up and to overcome the foaming surface. As well as handling difficult conditions such as these, they are also capable of measuring very low reflectivity hydrocarbons, even liquid gases, highly pure solvents, past complicated vessel internals, down long nozzles and even operating through process isolation valves. www.vega.com/uk

Figure 2 Challenging conditions - the mixing process produces a very turbulent surface, splashing, surface foam, build up on the walls and vessel internals

A radar beam focused like a laser!

The future is 80 GHz: a new generation of radar level sensors

The latest cutting-edge technology from the world leader: the unsurpassed focusing of VEGAPULS 64. This enables the radar beam to be targeted at the liquid surface with pinpoint accuracy, avoiding internal obstructions like heating coils and agitators. This new generation of level sensors is also completely unaffected by condensation or buildup and has the smallest antenna of its kind.

Simply world-class! www.vega.com/radar

Wireless adjustment via Bluetooth with smartphone, tablet or PC. Compatible retrofit to all plicsÂŽ sensors manufactured since 2002.

Measurement & Monitoring

Aquameter Limited Digital Electronics Water Measuring Systems Adding a preset quantity of water to a mix has long been carried out using pails or hosepipes. Not very accurate and certainly not consistent.

Now, Hertfordshire company Aquameter has developed the ABACUS digital water measuring system for dispensing accurate preset quantities of water straight into mixing vessels, tanks, etc. Easy to install and simple to use, the ABACUS delivers repeatable results day in, day out, reliably and consistently.

Thousands of units have been sold worldwide to a whole variety of industries where water is added to powders or granules for mixing purposes. Just dial in the batch amount required and press the start button. The unit stops the flow of water when the required quantity has been delivered - easy. john@aquameter.co.uk www.aquameter.info

New Blancett® Turbine Catalogue - Stainless Steel Turbine Flow Meters A new, clearly structured catalogue for the Blancett® product family of turbine flow meters is now available for download at Bell Flow Systems. Including technical data, ordering information and configuration examples.

The new Blancett® catalogue contains the full range of models and accessories, with all the corresponding technical data. The catalogue is available to view and download on our website www.bellflowsystems.co.uk Blancett Flow Turbines are suitable for safe and hazardous are applications, measuring chemicals, fuel, oil, water and gas.

For more information please visit the Bell Flow Systems website or contact our sales team on sales@bellflowsystems.co.uk or call +44 (0)1280 817 304

MAJOR INVESTMENT PAYS OFF WITH ITS LARGEST EVER ORDER SECURED FOR UK MANUFACTURER UK Contract Production Ltd has won its largest ever customer order, only weeks after investing in new technology that made the deal possible.

Contract Production, based in Pickering, North Yorkshire, manufactures a range of sub-contract electronic products and printed circuit board assemblies for a wide variety of industries.

This can be one-off prototypes, going up to volumes in their 10,000’s. A recent investment and installation of the AM100 Panasonic Pick and Place line enabled the company to increase its output by an astonishing 400%.

The Contract Production website can be found at: www.contract-production.co.uk

HBM LAUNCHES NEW ONLINE GUIDE TO STRAIN MEASUREMENT

HBM TAKES THE PRESSURE OFF CHOOSING THE RIGHT TRANSDUCER

A novel combined pressure and temperature sensor for composite moulding

HBM – a market leader in the field of test and measurement – is pleased to announce the launch of its new Online Guide to Strain Measurement which contains a wealth of practical information and valuable tips from industry leading experts.

As part of its outstanding range of pressure sensors and transducers, the new P3MB and P3MBP from HBM – a market leader in the field of test and measurement – provides reliable and secure test results, of up to 3,000 bar, with an accuracy class of up to 0.1.

To support automated resin transfer (RTM) and wet moulding composite manufacturing methods Kistler Instruments has produced a novel combined pressure and temperature sensor specifically for these applications.

The new online portal, which looks at selection, installation, data acquisition, and analysis of electrical as well as optical strain gauges - namely those based on Fiber Bragg Grating technology (FBG) -, provides users with an easy and intuitive step-by-step guide.

Suitable for both static and highly dynamic measurement tasks, the latest series of pressure transducers from HBM provides a flexible solution. Reliably proven, the leading range of pressure transducers have been successfully used in a variety of diverse fields of application, which range from transmission test rigs and diesel injection pumps to oil pressure measurements and hydraulic applications.

Strain gauges have been around for almost 80 years and continue to be key assets for measuring fatigue and testing materials for productivity and safety reasons.

For further information, please contact HBM on 01525 304980 or via email: info@uk.hbm.co.uk or visit the HBM website at www.hbm.com

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For further information, contact HBM on 01525 304980 or via email: info@uk.hbm.co.uk or visit the HBM website at www.hbm.com

For some years the aerospace industry has been using composite materials to save weight without compromising strength but now the automotive industry is rapidly catching up in the quest for lower fuel consumption and emissions.

Unlike the aerospace sector where a relatively few, large items can be produced by expensive, labour intensive methods, the automotive sector needs to produce large quantities of much smaller components cost effectively. www.kistler.com

There’s no two ways about it: our non-contact infrared thermometers can measure temperature in ranges from –50 °C all the way up to +3000 °C.

Also interested in really fast, rugged, light, accurate, configurable and inexpensive pyrometer models?

Or in infrared cameras? Visit www.optris.co.uk

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RHEINTACHO GROUP he RHEINTACHO Group, headquartered in Freiburg, Germany has 4 subsidiaries worldwide; in the UK, the Czech Republic, France and China. Each of them is specialized in something different technically, making them centers of competence within the group and for customers as well, enabling customer and application focus at its best.

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Most of the R&D and design work is done in Freiburg, but for special products, customer applications and customized product versions, each location carries some development responsibility. And that is what makes RHEINTACHO unique and successful.

RHEINTACHO Messtechnik GmbH in Germany is responsible for all electronic devices, such as all different types and sizes of rotational speed sensors, optical and digital tachometers as well as stroboscopes. Every year RHEINTACHO introduces a number of new sensors and the latest additions to the sensor portfolio are sensors which have a higher degree of functionality. The ABZ sensor, for example, not only measures rotational speed, but also can detect direction of rotation and position. This additional information opens new dimensions for the customer in control and recording. The new M8 sensor is another further development of RHEINTACHO where additional features are very evident. This rotational speed sensor also offers temperature detection.

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The variety of sensors RHEINTACHO supplies also include sensors which can be used in extremely difficult conditions, requiring protection class IP6K9K. Some of our sensor families can even withstand temperatures up to 160 °C. These sensors enable our customers to have the proven technology they are accustomed to even under more difficult conditions.

The RHEINTACHO stroboscopes are among the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brightest and are highly accepted both as portable or stationary ones. The product lines include both Xenon and LED versions, hence allowing the customer to choose among a wide variety of stroboscopes to fit any application.

The newest addition is the RHEINTACHO RT STROBE pocketLED which is now available in 4 different versions, standard, standard with trigger, UV and the newest member has an auto-sync function, and is already well received on the portable stroboscope RT STROBE super qbLED, the big brother of the RT STROBE pocketLED. The RHEINTACHO portfolio of tachometers, the oldest products within the group, includes optical, digital and mechanical handheld devices for measuring rotational speed or axial length. In addition, there are eddy current tachometers and tacho-generators which complement the family.

The mechanical tachometers, eddy current tachometers and tachogenerators are manufactured in England and business has been growing successfully in the past few years.

Another strength of the English unit is the ability to repair and service tachometers, governors and indicators of any age or source, including instruments from companies which may no longer exist.

RHEINTACHO - an innovative partner for diverse applications and customeroriented solutions.

For further information please contact us at: Tel: 0113 287 4411 sales@rheintacho.co.uk

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Measurement & Monitoring Got MODBUS? Then get instant access to the Internet of Things If your product or equipment already has Modbus, then the NanoULTRA from Caption Data gives you the immediate ability to join them to the Internet of Things.

From single units to 1000’s of units, with online & real time control through the CDL SmartHub™.

Within hours the unit can be connected up and polling your chosen MODBUS registers, using its on-board intelligence to compare to high and low thresholds if appropriate.

Some clients example using the NanoUltra: •

A Leading global Air Processing OEM uses it on products to manage customer SLA’s

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A Leading maker of chillers uses it to manage their rental fleet of products, speeding up commissioning and reducing complaints

Every NanoULTRA will appear on your own SmartHub portal as soon as it is powered up.

You can set alarm thresholds and monitoring frequencies, add users and alarm recipients, monitor audit trails, download data and graphics, etc. and available via any internet device via any browser. www.captiondata.com info@captiondata.com 01905 754078

myVEGA Is a new personal portal for VEGA. Register at myVEGA to instantly see your VEGA contacts, so you can call or e-mail real people direct for advice, prices or visits. You also get 24/7 on-line support and instruments documents: input your device serial number for device specific comprehensive information, IOM, certificates and more. You can also download general information on all products too..

Searching for the right technology to use? Define your process requirements and media behaviour, to get technology and then specify your instrument. Step by step: from certification, process connection, housing and electronics; see how each of your specification

options effect manufacturing times (normally 5 days on standard options). You can generate a 2D or 3D product drawing and have it emailed to you in minutes, in multiple design drawing formats to suit your systems.

Once completed, save your instrument selections in customisable folders for future reference. You can also get a price on your instrument selection and, when you are ready for the next step, place your order direct. myVEGA enables you to see all previous orders and track your delivery from factory to your door.

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LUMASENSE INTRODUCES NEW RATIO PYROMETER IGAR 320 FOR MID TEMPERATURE RANGE Affordable infrared instrument with ratio pyrometer features for multiple purposes including metal processing, vacuum processes and laser applications.

This new IGAR 6 infrared thermometer by LumaSense Technologies provides noncontact temperature measurement in ratio mode in a relative low temperature range.

The pyrometer measures using the ratio (2-color) method, in which two adjacent wavelengths are used for the temperature determination. This technique is advantageous compared to standard 1-color pyrometers because the measurement is largely independent of the object’s emissivity, dust and contaminants in the field of view do not impact measurements, and the measuring object can be smaller than the spot size.

The IMPAC IGAR 320 joins the Series 320 family of small, stationary, digital infrared thermometers and leverages highly accurate infrared technology

to determine the temperature of a surface. This latest addition to the broad pyrometry portfolio of LumaSense provides an affordable ratio pyrometer with many mentionable features such as a 10 ms response time, built-in LED targeting light with thermal intensity alignment, integrated dirty window warning, and RS485 interface.

The temperature range of 300 to 1300 °C and compact size make the IGAR 320 pyrometer ideally suited for many different industrial applications. Sample applications include induction heating, hardening, welding, forging, brazing, soldering, vacuum processes, and laser applications.

IMPAC, acquired by LumaSense in 2007, has 60 years of experience in infrared temperature measurement and is a trusted source for pyrometers worldwide.

The new IGAR 320 2-color Pyrometer for a temperature range of 300 to 1300 °C

The IGAR 320 has fixed optics for 300 mm or 800 mm measuring distance

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Electromagnetic Flowmeter -All metal design-

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KOBOLD Instruments Ltd 8/9 Brunts Business Centre, Samuel Brunts Way, Mansfield, Nottingham, NG18 2AH Tel: 01623 427701 Email: info.uk@kobold.com

OPENING THE DOOR TO IMPROVED TEMPERATURE CONTROL IN FOOD PROCESSING ygiene, temperature control and process efficiency are all watch words in the food processing and food distribution industries. Guy Windle, Area Sales Manager of sara LBS, says high speed roller shutter doors can be essential in achieving all of these.

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Go into any food processing or distribution plant and the first thing you notice will probably be the drop in temperature as you enter. Food keeps freshest and retains its nutritional qualities best in cooler environments, while lower temperatures also help to reduce bacterial activity and therefore maintain hygiene standards.

Not surprisingly there are strict regulations in most countries surrounding temperature and hygiene control in food handling areas. Typically, thermometers are located at strategic places around food sites, notably near doors and access points, which are read and logged automatically.

In many cases these will alert managers if temperatures go out of tolerance for extended periods of time.

Food companies therefore need to keep their production areas - possibly even the entire building - cooled, which can lead to significant refrigeration and air conditioning costs. Obviously, insulating the walls and ceilings will help maintain the desired temperature, while high speed automatic doors will minimise the thermal fluctuations as people, trolleys and vehicles enter and exit the temperature-controlled spaces.

Food processing and distribution companies that need to keep large spaces cool and hygienic, often also face the dilemma of requiring access for large vehicles. These entryways can be fitted with doors to help maintain the internal temperature while the design of the doors can be optimised to meet the particular needs of their duty. sara LBS offers several industrial door and loading bay solutions which offer

Amongst food companies, sara LBSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sprint range of high speed curtain doors is a popular choice, possibly because they offer the fastest operating speeds on the market

sara LBS offers several industrial door and loading bay solutions which offer high levels of insulation.

high levels of insulation. These tend to be fitted with high speed automatic drives so that the amount of time they are open is minimised. Further, they can also be designed for good hygiene regimes through the use of stainless steel and other materials able to withstand regular washdowns and steam cleaning and by designing out dirt traps.

safety contact edge, fall down protection, and a combined cable guide and hygiene cover. Sprint doors can be set up to integrate with a traffic light control system, particularly useful in installations where

Amongst food companies, sara LBSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sprint range of high speed curtain doors is a popular choice, possibly because they offer the fastest operating speeds on the market.

As a whole the Sprint range is suitable for most indoor and some outdoor industrial applications, while specialist versions are available for food industry applications and even for certified cleanrooms.

The sara LBS Sprint range offers market leading opening speeds (up to 2.2 m/s) and closing speeds (1.0m/s), yet through controlled acceleration and deceleration profiles minimises wear and tear over time.

Other optional features much appreciated in the food industry include battery backup, a curtain tensioning system, a door line photocell, dual opening heights, electrical

large vehicles are present.

In addition to the Sprint range, sara LBS offers specialised sliding doors for refrigeration and freezer applications.

Typically, this would be lined with 100mm to 150mm of insulation to reduce heat transfer as much as possible. Such doors are generally powered and automated so that operatives cannot leave them open for unnecessary periods. The use of timers, presence detectors and temperature sensors ensure optimum operation and safety and enable full data logging of operations for traceability records.

Doors can play a very effective role in maintaining hygiene levels in food facilities, whilst also helping to control energy usage for cooling. sara LBS engineers have a wealth of experience specifying and installing doors in many different environments so can help identify the best door for any given situation.

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News & Events Electronic Components Market Germany (FBDi e.V.) in Million Euro 4.000

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German Component Distribution: Record Result In the fourth quarter 2017 the German component distribution market grew by 12% to 845 million Euros. The order situation remained very stable (plus 14% to 976 million Euros and a book-to-bill rate of 1.16).

For the full year of 2017 companies registered with the Fachverband Bauelemente Distribution (www.FBDi.de) in Germany reported a sales plus of 12% to 3.6 billion Euros and incoming orders of 3.91 billion Euros – a record result.

Apart from shortage and price increases 2017 was further affected by fluctuations in exchange rates (Dollar/Euro), which nearly compensated across all quarters. FBDi expects a solid but not groundbreaking year 2018.

Hansford Sensors extends sponsorship of BTCC star Tom Ingram Hansford Sensors, the leading global manufacturer of high performance industrial accelerometers, is continuing its sponsorship of British Touring Car Championship racing driver Tom Ingram for the fifth year in a row.

Ingram enjoyed his most successful BTCC period to date in 2017, finishing in third place.

The three-time Ginetta champion secured a win in last season’s opener at Brands Hatch, before adding triumphs at Donington, Knockhill and Silverstone to clinch the Independent Drivers’ Trophy.

0845 6801957 www.hansfordsensors.com

The FBDi e.V. is the Professional Association of Component Distribution in Germany.

Armstrong Commercial Laundry Systems Walters Turkeys produces, plucks and hand finishes 12,000 free range and organic turkeys for the Christmas market every year.

In the weeks before Christmas with 45 staff working on the farm and there is a continuous need for clean overalls. Armstrong Commercial Laundry Systems supplied and installed a Horizon stacked washer/dryer unit two years ago. Kate Walters says the machines have been a great success. “We have been very pleased with them,” she told us. “They are in constant use throughout the busy five weeks leading up to Christmas, the cycles are thorough and quick and keep up with the demand.. The rest of the year they are still used for staff workwear, but the demand isn’t near as high.”

For further information contact Armstrong on 01635 263410 or visit www.armstronglaundry.com

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Heraeus Infra-Red Helps Reduce RSI at Jaguar Land Rover

Riley Surface World awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification

Portable chemical dosing gives plant managers flexibility

A custom-built, short wave infra-red oven from Heraeus Noblelight is helping to facilitate the manual fitting of fuel pipe hoses to the Jaguar XJ at Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich manufacturing site.The rubber fuel pipes need to be fitted on the production line but, because of the hardness of the rubber and the tightness of the fit, operatives were having trouble in securing the pipes. As a result, samples of the hose were supplied to the Heraeus Applications Centre in Neston, Wirral, where successful trials were carried out to devise an infra-red system.

Riley Surface World is one of the world’s leading resellers of new and used surface finishing plant and machinery. The company has been trading since 1966 and operates from 5000 square metre premises in Aldridge, West Midlands, UK.

WES Group announces the introduction of the company’s portable DosingCube™.

The system was eventually installed on the Jaguar production line at the hose-fitting location. It consists of a floor-standing aluminium framework, containing a controllable 4.8 kW heater zone, made up of two heater modules, each fitted with four 600W short wave emitters.

The certification assessment programme was overseen by Riley site director Dave Smith, who has a strong background in the implementation and monitoring of ISO standards.

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In recent years, Riley has invested heavily in technology and people in order to become a global force in the surface finishing industry.

The next logical step was to achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification to move the company to a different level.

Tel: +44 (0) 1922 45 8000, Fax: +44 (0) 1922 45 8001 email: info@rileysurfaceworld.co.uk, web site: www.rileysurfaceworld.co.uk

This fully enclosed chemical digital dosing system is a lightweight, compact, has a bunded unit and is a plug and play solution. It is ideal for both temporary and emergency use, to dose chemicals from IBCs or other chemical storage facilities and as an interchangeable modular system for permanent dosing systems.

Having spent many years studying and addressing the issues faced by process plant managers, WES Group developed and trademarked the DosingCube™ to offer users a safe and secure, portable system. It can be fully tailored to customer requirements, including chemical specific colour options and logos and the integral timer allows dosing to be started and stopped at pre-set times.

Email info@wes.ltd.uk Web: www.wes.ltd.uk

HOW GAS ANALYSIS MAKES COMBUSTION SAFER AND REDUCES FUEL COSTS Combustion is a high-temperature reaction between a fuel and an oxidant (usually air) and plays a vital role in many industrial processes. It is particularly important in the power generation and hydrocarbon engineering sectors.

A perfectly balanced air-fuel ratio will reduce fuel consumption, lower the polluting emissions of NOx, SOx, carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide, prevent explosions, and extend the life of plant equipment.

To control combustion and ensure efficient fuel consumption, the ratio between air and fuel must be maintained at an optimum level.

Zirconia analysis for O2 and COe Zirconia technology has been a reliable technology for measuring O2 in combustion for the past 50 years. Its speed of response, simplicity of operation and ease of installation has made it the preferred solution for combustion efficiency.

The ability to add a combustibles sensor at modest cost proved a further advantage, especially for larger furnaces. Additionally, Zirconia sensors can be quickly and easily calibrated while still connected to the process, confirming analyzer performance.

As a more recent innovation, a flow sensor in the analyzer verifies that sample gas is flowing to the Zirconia and combustibles sensors, and that the probe has not been blocked by dust.

Balancing combustion efficiency

Too much oxygen (O2) results in cooler burning, which significantly reduces combustion efficiency. In addition, the excess of O2 available combines with nitrogen and sulfur to create undesirable emissions of nitrogen and sulfur oxides (NOx and SOx).

A low-oxygen, fuel-rich environment results in incomplete combustion of the fuel, leading to the formation of combustibles (typically carbon monoxide) in the exhaust gas. These conditions also create a high risk of a dangerous explosion.

On larger furnaces it is now common to use multiple Zirconia units, because each analyzer measures a single point, and in bigger processes there are different combustion zones, with layering and convection producing variable concentrations along the length of the furnace.

Servomexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SERVOTOUGH Laser 3 Plus range offers an accurate, fast-response measurement for oxygen, CO or CO+CH4 in a highly compact installation. Safety Integrity Level 2 certification enables easy incorporation into safety systems.

Tunable diode lasers Tunable Diode Laser (TDL) analyzers offer an average path rather than single-point measurement, but they are susceptible to environmental factors that must be compensated for. TDL can measure both O2 and CO, though two lasers are required.

TDL O2 measurements are comparable with the Zirconia performance; however, the speciated CO measurement has a much faster speed of response, which is ideal for efficiency and safety.

The TDL analyzer can measure methane (CH4) and CO at the same time, making it ideal for use in safety systems to detect flame-out conditions in natural gas fueled processes.

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Servomexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SERVOTOUGH FluegasExact 2700 delivers ultra-accurate and reliable measurements of O2 and combustibles.

Extractive sampling makes it ideal for use in extreme heated, dusty environments.

A combination of Zirconia analyzers, measuring oxygen for efficiency, and TDL, monitoring CO for both efficiency and safety, provides the best of both worlds for combustion control.

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGE STATION LAUNCHED THROUGH BENDER UK ender UK is penetrating the electric vehicle (EV) market further, with the addition of the Chargespot Berlin - a new and innovative smart commercial electric vehicle charge station.

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by Ebee, a Bender Group company, based in Berlin. This Mode-3 electric vehicle charging station (for public and commercial applications) is a safe, fast charging solution that is designed to mount on streetlight columns, street furniture and walls.

It meets all regulatory standards and requirements including ISO 15118, for a wide range of electric vehicles. It is totally flexible in terms of where it can be sited, how the operator collects payment and has a power rating up to 22kW, although other options are available.

Inside the charge station is a compact Bender integrated charge controller (CC612) launched in 2017, which is sold separately to companies developing their own charge stations.

The CC612 incorporates a power supply, contactor, charging socket, IEC 61851 Mode-3 commercial charge controller and remote access for software updates and monitoring.

It includes payment options such as employee coded RFID user interface and credit cards. The charge station links to the customer’s billing mechanisms to offer a universal access system, compatible with different bespoke backend software.

Lee Slater, Business Manager at Bender UK said: “Safety and reliability lies at the heart of the requirement for cost-effective and efficient electrical vehicle charging capabilities. We are delighted to have a compliant charge station that is proven, tested and ready to take to market. Prior to this we have been working with charge station developers providing the CC612 charge controller for incorporation into their own charge solutions. This means the Chargespot Berlin is a technology game-changer for Bender UK. It gives us the ability to offer both a complete solution for local authorities and other commercial enterprises requiring commercial EV charging solutions, alongside the supply of Bender technology to developers and original equipment manufacturers”.

Collectively the Ebee Chargespot Berlin and CC612 charge controller adds to Bender’s already strong EV technology portfolio. Bender UK has been highly successful in working with Formula 1, Formula E, electric and hybrid fleet, bus and vehicle manufacturers supplying insulation monitoring devices to forewarn

of developing earth faults in battery systems.

In the United Kingdom and Ireland, Bender UK develops market applications and supplies Bender products to a range of sectors that require early notification of electrical faults, cannot afford to lose power or demand that the highest level of electrical safety is assured.

Based in Ulverston, South Cumbria and established in the UK for more for two decades Bender UK has a team of technical experts, project managers and field service engineers who are highly equipped to provide 24/7 service, technical support 365 days of the year, installation, commissioning and project managements services, alongside the day to day supply of Bender components.

Lisa Hudson, Marketing Manager at Bender UK added: The introduction of this new electric vehicle charge station is a natural fit for our business. We can tap into our existing in-house expertise to support the market launch and provide full technical and installation support to those who require it.

Our components are already widely used by electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturers to safeguard their vehicles and customers, and this new commercial charging solution further strengthens our position within the electric vehicle sector.”

BENDER UK

Low Mill Business Park, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9EE Tel: 44(0) 1229 480123 email: industrialsales@bender-uk.com

www.bender-uk.com

CHARGESPOT BERLIN Smart Public Charging Solution

 Designed to mount on streetlights, walls and street furniture  Connects easily to customer management systems  ISO 15118 vehicle compliant  Optional interfaces available  Dynamic Load Management Master/Slave ≥ 250 chargespots  Data transfer via GSM, LAN or WLAN  RFID, Mobile App or SMS authorisation or free charging  Customised variants available

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Low Mill Business Park, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9EE Tel: 44(0) 1229 480123 email: industrialsales@bender-uk.com

News & Events

Brammer and Regina form “Unique Master Partnership”

Successful first year for Bilfinger Tebodin United Kingdom

After many years of close collaboration, Brammer and leading chain manufacturer Regina have solidified their relationship through forming a unique partnership.

Brammer is the only UK distributor to have been awarded this “one of a kind” supply agreement, enabling the industrial supplies specialist to stock and supply Regina’s expansive range of table-top chains, modular belts and conveyor components.

The UK office of global consulting and engineering firm, Tebodin, part of Bilfinger, has celebrated their first year of operations with new projects within the industrial and food sectors which will pave the way for further expansion in 2018.

Regina, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Regina Catene Calibrate, Italy, has specialised in conveyors since the 1980s, during which time it has contributed significantly to technological advancement in the sector.

Combining reliability with high-performance materials, its range includes FliteTop ® chains and modular belts, which will now be available to new and existing customers of Brammer.

Ian Dunkley, Managing Director of Bilfinger Tebodin United Kingdom, who was appointed in December 2016 commented, ’It’s been a fantastic year for us with a ten-fold increase in staff numbers, a move to a new office in Warrington and an increasing order book that bodes well for next year when we plan to open a North East England office on Teesside.’ www.tebodin.bilfinger.com

Nanotron and ClearBlade build Location Data Analytics partnership to take real-time tracking to the next level Nanotron Technologies GmbH and ClearBlade, Inc. today announced a partnership to add ClearBlade’s industryleading Internet of Things (IoT) and Edge Computing platform to nanotron’s advanced tracking software. This cooperation will enable nanotron to offer advanced Location Data Analytics (LDA) capabilities, adding a whole new dimension of capabilities to its tracking technology platform.

Nanotron creates deep, powerful insights into complex business processes by applying a flexible, scalable, and location technologyindependent approach that generates consistent position information connected to application-specific reference data. www.nanotron.com

www.brammeruk.com

OPM Group Partners with AVT for 100% Production Line Quality Control OPM Group has installed its second AVT Helios print inspection system with a third and fourth planned for later this year. The investment is part of the operation’s vision to become one of Europe’s top-performing label and flexible packaging printers. The AVT Helios print inspection system is designed exclusively for labels and narrow web printing. It offers 100% Quality Assurance across the entire print production workflow – from set-up through printing to finishing – inspecting any application and any substrate or print type.

Susan Ellison, owner of OPM Group states: “Print is an increasingly competitive industry, we are constantly looking for new technologies and innovations. Our vision is to maintain our position as one of Europe’s top-performing printers of quality and innovative labels and flexible packaging. www.opmgroup.co.uk

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Attwater invests six figures in CNC upgrades Industrial laminates specialist Attwater & Sons Ltd has invested another £100,000 in two new CNC machines, maintaining the company’s position at the forefront of its sector. The company has purchased two Haas TM-3P vertical Milling machines replacing two older machines. In addition to working faster, the TM-3Ps also consume less power than Attwater’s previous machining centres, cutting energy bills and boosting the company’s green credentials. The machining centres include ten-station automatic tool changers with a one metre bed, making it ideal for Attwater’s work in the aerospace, power generation and industrial sectors. Production director Andy Goode says the advanced Renishaw probing systems allow machine operators to find datum points more quickly and size the tooling considerably faster than previously, resulting in less down time. www.attwater.com

Probably the Most Environmentally Friendly Double Skin Tank Lining System in The World Fuelvac® solvent free double skin lining system provides around the clock leak detection for above and below ground storage tanks of any size, utilising Class 1 vacuum pressure monitoring. The World’s only double skin liner that uses solvent free coatings throughout the system alongside non-hazardous materials.The system has been independently tested to conform to EN13160-7:2016 by TUV NORD and has completed all testing successfully.

Fuelvac® double skin liner has been designed to conform to the 2015 COMAH Regulations to prevent major accidents involving dangerous substances, limiting the consequences to people and the environment. Fuelvac® provides an extra level of safety for clients for management control against pollution.

For more information please visit: www.abfad.co.uk Email: info@abfad.co.uk Tel No: 0191 543 7166

FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS FOR ANY ATMOSPHERE A

meriflex, Inc.® provides flexible solutions from conceptual design, prototypes to mainstream production and operates on a simple philosophy based on Integrity, Service, and Quality. Our commitment to this philosophy is put into practice on a daily basis in the manufacture of our precision bellows, flanges, and other quality products. With the latest in technologies we supply a wide range of industries ranging from Semi Conductor, Medical, Oil/Gas, Food and Beverage and Automotive.

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vibration and relieve structural stress from working under pressure, extreme temperatures, and other variables. We specialize in thinwall bellows. We also offer the highest quality metal braided flex hose in the industry. Our braided hose is designed for high pressure applications. It provides the protection needed for the inner convoluted hose to withstand high pressure and for vacuum or partial pressure applications requiring protection from hazards.

Our stainless steel braided hose can be found on NASA’s Curiosity Mars Rover, on still-in-development commercial spacecraft, and in countless other applications.

Also produced is a full line of bellows assemblies to complement our metal bellows. We manufacture bolt-style and clamp-style bellows assemblies, flanges, valve assemblies, and expansion joints. Every bellows assembly we make is ultrasonically cleaned prior to welding, and helium leak tested after to ensure weld integrity and defect-free construction.

2390 Railroad Street, Corona, CA 92880 Tel: (951)737-5557 www.ameriflex.net

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CLEAN LIVING: AVOIDING LUBRICANT CONTAMINATION earing grease plays a huge role in making food processing machinery run more efficiently, but can be a contamination hazard – which food processors must work hard to avoid as Phil Burge, Marketing and Communications Manager at SKF explains.

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In common with other manufacturing sectors, the food processing industry relies on high-speed, efficient machinery to turn raw materials into finished products. This requires the machinery to be properly serviced and lubricated. While this boosts efficiency, it can also have a potential downside: contamination.

The rest of manufacturing is largely immune from this problem. If some stray lubricant drips onto a die cast product, for instance, it can simply be wiped off before being packaged and shipped. If the same happens with a loaf of bread, or a ready meal, the whole batch may have to be scrapped – or worse, recalled at a later date.

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Of course, machine components like bearings must be lubricated if they are to operate at maximum efficiency. So, it is vital to find away around the problem of contamination.

In general, there are three main approaches: use food-grade lubricant; seal components tightly, to make lubricant leakage almost impossible; or replace grease with some form of ‘dry’ lubricant.

Food-grade lubricants are widely used, and are certified for food production environments. However, intensive cleaning processes – which are vital for hygiene – can cause lubricant to leak out, or water to force its way in. Even if a lubricant is food grade, nobody wants it leaking into their product.

Grease resistance One way to remedy this is to seal the bearing very tightly, to create an impassable barrier.

One of the most difficult processes for bearings to handle is washdown: high pressure water jets flush away germs, but can also penetrate bearing seals to cause leakage. Some food processes, such as poultry production, can require washdowns every shift. This can mean water, detergents and other contaminants being forced into seals, leading to early bearing failure.

This problem was leading one poultry processer to replace hundreds of nickelplated cast iron bearings every few months. To overcome it, the company fitted SKF Food-Line Y-bearings – with composite housings, stainless steel bearing inserts and a special multi-lip seal (called a 2RF seal) that prevented grease displacement and water ingress.

The quality of the seal paid dividends: after the change, bearing service life was quadrupled, while the company also made huge savings through the reduced need for re-lubrication.

Graphite solution While rigorous sealing of bearing grease is one approach, others have decided to move away from grease altogether, and use ‘dry’ methods of lubrication.

A good example is in baked goods, which are produced at high temperatures – typically 180°C or higher. Bearings play a key role here: an industrial oven might produce as many as 12,000 loaves per hour, by conveying dough through various heated zones. If any of the bearings on the conveyor fail – or leak – it would mean the process shutting down, at huge potential cost.

Bearings within ovens are usually relubricated every 16 weeks, because the high temperature can degrade the grease very quickly. This puts a strain on maintenance, and drags down production efficiency. However, both problems – the leakage and the need for regular relubrication – can be solved by replacing the grease with a ‘dry’ lubricant.

One effective solution is to replace traditional bearings with ones that use graphite cages. Tiny graphite particles rub off the cage, and are deposited as a thin layer onto the surface of the steel balls. Because graphite is a very effective lubricant, this thin, protective layer is

enough to prevent the direct metal-to-metal contact that destroys bearings over time.

Although the cage is wearing away gradually, the effect is very slow – and will usually last for the life of the bearing. The new bearings are exactly the same size as conventional bearings, so can be installed as a direct replacement.

In one instance, SKF successfully applied this technique to a wafer baking oven. It helped to eliminate 150 hours of labour each year – and 26 hours of planned downtime every 16 weeks. In addition, the cost of buying high temperature grease was removed – and the risk of leakage cut to zero.

Solid performance A similar approach is to retain the use of oil – but one in semi-solid form. A product like Solid Oil is designed to banish the need for re-lubrication. Solid Oil is a polymer matrix that is impregnated with lubricant. It remains ‘trapped’ within the bearing, so will not leak out by operations such as high pressure washdown, for instance.

This approach has been applied on a bottle filling station, where bottles are

The quality of the seal paid dividends: after the change, bearing service life was quadrupled, while the company also made huge savings through the reduced need for re-lubrication.

cleaned, filled and sealed in a single process.

Regular cleaning of the area ensures high standards of hygiene and food safety – but this can also cause damage to bearings.

One customer found that stainless steel deep groove ball bearings – although sealed and greased for life – were leaking grease and admitting water during washdown. The answer was to use SKF bearings with Solid Oil, which had a huge effect: bearing service life was extended from 12 weeks to two years, while maintenance costs were slashed – and leakage almost completely eliminated.

Lubrication is absolutely essential forefficient bearing operation. However, in the food industry, the risk of contamination means that processors are increasingly looking at alternatives to traditional grease lubrication. www.skf.com

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Kecol Pumping Systems Kecol Pumping Systems offers solutions to many product transfer problems – read on to find out more.

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ecol Pumping Systems Ltd are manufacturers of Air driven, Positive Displacement Piston Pumps and Priming Devices in polished stainless steel or carbon steel, for transferring high viscosity nonflowable products from drums and containers as used in the cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical, chemical and general industries.

Products in drums or similar sized vessels that normally need to be heated in order to reduce the viscosity - can be transferred cold. Products with a viscosity up to 10,000 Poise can be transferred (cold) using the Kecol Maxiprime Pump and follower plate system and is also used to transfer pastes and products that stick to the inside of an open top drum, wiping the inside of the drum or vessel, eliminating product waste.

Kecol Air Powered Drum Pumps and transfer systems are suitable for all standard size closed top or open top drums and can be adapted to suit open top containers with an internal diameter up to 1200mm.

Non contact parts as well as contact parts are available in polished stainless steel, clamp - type construction is also available for hygienic applications.

Typical applications in the food industry include transferring tomato

The inside of a standard 200 litre Open Top Drum is wiped clean – as the drum is emptied – with minimal product waste

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puree, concentrated fruit juice, honey, fruit pastes, biscuit creams, jams, butter, margarine, sweet mince meat, sausage meat and meat pie fillings with cooked vegetables.

Applications in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries include transferring mascara, petroleum jelly, face creams, base creams, magnesium hydroxide, aluminium hydroxide, toothpaste, lip-gloss waxes and suntan lotions.

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Kecol’s articulated pump systems

The Kecol Follower plate system will also work on 200 litre Open Top Drums fitted with an aseptic bag – wiping the bag clean

Applications in the chemical and general industries include the transfer of paints, resins, adhesives, polymers, latex, high viscosity grease, mastic’s and inks – all pumped cold without pre-heating the products.

As manufacturers, Kecol Pumping Systems can offer solutions to your particular product transfer problem, by offering a bespoke system designed to exceed your particular production requirements for single drum/vessel use or multi drum use.

Kecol Pumping Systems Ltd Faraday Drive Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 5BJ T: 01746 764311 E: sales@kecol.co.uk www.kecol.co.uk

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STILL NO.1 FOR VISCOUS PUMPING SOLUTIONS With over 25 years experience in pumping viscous materials, Kecol is the number one choice of many of the World’s leading pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food manufacturers.

Kecol equipment is used to transfer flowable & non-flowable materials from drums, IBC’s, mixing vessels and process vessels of various shapes, sizes and designs, without heating the material.

Kecol’s extensive range of equipment is designed to transfer products from triple concentrate Tomato Paste through to Petroleum Jelly and Mascara, quickly, cleanly and efficiently from standard 200 litre drums, tapered or conical drums fitted with an aseptic bag, tote bins and IBC’s.

Our vast experience has shown there are never two applications the same and that’s why we also offer bespoke systems designed and manufactured to suit your specific vessels and production requirements.

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Fax: 01746 763375 Email: sales@kecol.co.uk Here are just a few of the products we pump: • Petroleum Jelly • Magnesium Hydroxide • Mascara • Lanolin • Lip Gloss • Veterinary Creams • Eye Ointments • Paraffin Wax • Face Scrub • Teething Gels • Medical Adhesives • Toothpaste • Wax • Sun Lotions • Aluminium Hydroxide • Hand /Face Creams • Shaving Cream • Glycerine • Honey • Cake Batter • Butter • Mayonnaise • Peanut Butter • Fruit Concentrate • Margarine • Jam • Tomato Puree • Chopped Tomato • Pie Fillings • Syrups • Biscuit Creams • Caramel Products • Fruit Pastes • Cooking Fats • Fondants • Sweet Mince Meat • High Viscosity Grease • Mastic • Wood Filler • Silicon • Paint • Ink • Polymers • Epoxy Pastes • Sealants • Glue • Resin

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Process Technologies

HUMIDITY SOLUTIONS PROVIDES BESPOKE SOLUTION FOR SALAMI FERMENTATION Humidity Solutions has delivered a bespoke humidification solution to the Chiltern Charcuterie in Buckinghamshire to provide humidification for salami fermentation.

Chiltern Charcuterie is a leading artisan producer, with awardwinning salamis and air-dried charcuterie – butchering, curing, smoking and air-drying its own products using locally sourced meat.

The chosen solution uses an ElectroVap CMC compact steam humidifier serving the 12m3 sealed fermentation room, using precise humidity control to maintain the necessary conditions for quality and

consistency. The ElectroVap provides up to 1kg/h of steam to maintain 85% relative humidity at 25°C. Chiltern Charcuterie owner John Miller approached Humidity Solutions because of the company’s experience of designing tailored humidity control solutions.

He recalled: “Humidity Solutions took the time to fully understand our requirements and propose the best solution – delivering the equipment within a few days. We are very pleased with the system and the service we received.” www.humiditysolutions.co.uk www.chiltern-charcuterie.co.uk

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Process Technologies HANLEY TECHNOLOGY LEAK AND FLOW TEST INSTRUMENTS

Modern manufacturing materials often have low surface energy which results in poor bonding or print finishing.

Enercon’s Blown Ion and Arc Plasma Technology deliver a highly effective treatment for these surfaces prior to bonding with adhesives and the application of coatings and inks.

Plasma treatment bombards the surface of materials such as metals, plastics and glass with a high-speed discharge of ions to clean, etch and functionalise them. This treatment removes contaminants and increases the surface energy which improves bonding, printing and cleaning.

Enercon’s Blown Ion and Arc Plasma Treaters have a

higher output giving higher processing speeds and are ideal for use on most surfaces, both have the option to run multiple heads. The wider head of the Blown Arc gives broader coverage, whereas the fine nozzle of the Blown Ion treater makes it ideal in difficult to reach recesses. Both can be integrated with robotics for applications requiring precise treatment.

Enercon is a global leader in Plasma Surface Treatment with over 30 years’ experience across a range of industries. We have application engineering expertise to prove process capability and support new installations on-site. www.enerconind.co.uk

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Axium Process’ 316L Stainless Steel Filters Custom built, high specification, simple and easy to maintain Axium Process manufactures a comprehensive range of robust 316L stainless steel filters that includes wedgewire and sintered mesh options that can be customised to suit customer requirements.

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Filtration levels from 5 micron up to 6000 micron 90°, straight-through, in-line options Full range of interchangeable filter elements End connections to suit customer requirements Flow direction out-to-in / into-out Easy maintenance – no tools required for cleaning or access Suitable for backflushing, CIP and SIP duties Stand-alone, duplex, triplex, multiplex, large capacity and jacketed options

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Heraeus Infra-Red Saves Energy In Coating of Board for Food Packaging

ScandMist: New generation offers greater flexibility and a lower total cost of ownership

An infra-red system from Heraeus Noblelight has dramatically reduced energy costs in the coating of board for food packaging at the Stroud factory of The Olympic Varnish Company Ltd. By eliminating the use of steam, the new system has also reduced board spoilage caused when there are unanticipated line stoppages.

MANN+HUMMEL is introducing a new generation of mechanical oil mist and oil smoke eliminators for the mechanical engineering industry. It is characterized by EC motors with resistance control which considerably reduces energy costs and minimizes noise emissions. The extraction systems run for up to two years without the need for maintenance. The service of the filtration stages is simple. These advantages reduce the total cost of ownership for operators in comparison to other systems in the market. The product is flexible, with the possibility to combine a single oil eliminator with a machining center or the possibility to link several oil eliminators to a central oil separator.

Olympic Varnish coats a variety of packaging for food products, ranging from sandwiches, cakes and patisserie to fish and pizza. Polymer coatings are applied to act as a double barrier, preventing any seepage or migration of grease or liquid components of the food from inside the packaging or any leeching of materials which might taint the product into the packaging. www.heraeus-infraredsolutions.co.uk Tel: 0151 353 2710 Fax: 0151 353 2719

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Captec Introduces Powerful New Industrial Computer Range Captec, designers and manufacturers of specialist computing platforms, has introduced its new 2U and 4U rackmount industrial computer range. The portfolio offers customers optimised flexibility in configuration, while creating competitive lead times of two to three weeks. The development of a unique three-tiered selection model for chassis and motherboard enables customers to define the specifications that meet exact performance and budgetary requirements. This creates 18 configuration variants, supported by a full scope of options for CPU, memory, storage, operating system and expansion cards. It is available with Intel’s latest 7th generation processing technology, delivering unprecedented power and performance.

For more information please contact us: T: +44 (0)1489 866 066 E: enquiries@uk.captec-group.com www.captec-group.com

Process Technologies Save energy & save money!

Air Dryer Technology is an independent specialist company providing service and after sales support on all types and makes of compressed air/gas dryer, filtration and condensate management systems.

The main activity is providing technical support and comprehensive packages for on-site servicing of compressed air/gas treatment equipment and desiccant air drying plant.

Air Dryer Technology also provides consultancy and equipment upgrades to increase efficiency and reduce energy costs. Retrofitting a dryer control system provides significant benefits by operating to actual site conditions, rather than original design specification. It will also restore customer confidence in equipment operation and performance.

Installing a dewpoint control system to a compressed air desiccant dryer will save energy, considerably reduce operating costs, and provide efficient dewpoint control. Features and benefits include; • • • • • • • •

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INNER QUALITY GIVES SEPURA THE EDGE It is said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Filtration manufacturers have often tried to equal SEPURA’s™ groundbreaking range of oil/water separators – at least in terms of external appearance. But, as any discerning engineer will know, it is the technology on the inside that makes the difference and that’s where SEPURA proves its worth.

When it comes to the treatment of air compressor condensate, users understand the value of performance, longevity and reliability, recognizing that cheaper alternatives can be more costly in the long run.

The assurance that SEPURA filtration units offer an outlet discharge of less than 10ppm, combined with easy installation and maintenance, is worth a great deal to customers across a wide range of industries – a fact borne out by the continuing growth in global demand, with agents in almost every continent.

Bowman’s unique SILEXA™ filtration media is produced using recycled glass bottles and provides an effective service life of at least 4000 hours. Only Bowman’s patented oil selective, hydrophobic, oleophilic media, offers this level of performance combined with excellent environmental benefits.

“Every part of the SEPURA unit has been developed and manufactured here in the UK,” says Bowman Stor’s Managing Director Richard Potts. ‘’The product is constantly evolving. We are always looking to improve the design and create greater production and operational efficiency. We have recently made improvements to the inlet to enable connection with 6mm or 8mm pipes, whilst our recent investment in ultrasonic welding technology has enabled us to vastly increase our production output.”

Bowman created the world’s first fully disposable separator (the SEP60) as a single-use, The science inside SEPURA units is the result compact, quick-fit unit which out-performed of many years of research and development equipment more than twice its size. Since then by filtration specialist Bowman Stor, using the firm has continued to grow the range and the advanced laboratories within its UK now produces the largest range of medium and manufacturing facility. high capacity separators on the market.

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Product News

Introducing Cerasmooth™ compound – the wear life solution for the FGD market

Sort incoloy from hastelloy, duplex from zircaloy, 304 from 316

Weir Minerals has announced an upgrade to its polymer-ceramic composite for the Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) market. Specially engineered for use in FGD applications, the new and improved Cerasmooth™ compound is designed to provide ultimate wear and corrosion resistance.

“We are focused on the continuous improvement of our materials, which is why we have enhanced our existing formulation to improve component wear life and meet the ever more demanding market’s needs,” states Patrick Moyer, Executive Vice President of Engineering for Weir Minerals.

Cerasmooth™ material was developed for the Warman® GSL pump series but can also be used for any acidic, light slurry application.

Are you guessing which alloy you are working with? Is guessing costing you money?

Visit www.cerasmooth.weir for more information.

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Identifying materials accurately is key to profitability for manufacturers. Guessing can result in overpaying, equipment failure and damaged reputation. Niton XRF instruments are out there in the field authenticating materials for the oil & gas, nuclear, aerospace, automotive and composite industries as well as in materials reprocessing and mining.

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CEMB Hofmann UK CEMB Hofmann UK is a leading supplier of accurate and modern Dynamic Balancing Machines, Portable Balancing Equipment and Vibration Monitoring Solutions. These services include, machine upgrades, service and calibration, plus a truly world class subcontract balancing service using the latest technology.

PORTABLE VIBRATION AND MONITORING EQUIPMENT The model N600 is a user friendly multi-functional analyser, designed for measurement of vibrations, FFT vibration analysis, monitoring total vibration against time or variation in machine speed, as well as balancing rotating equipment under service conditions on 1 or 2 planes.

Telephone: 0161 8723123 Email: sales@cembhofmann.co.uk www.cembhofmann.co.uk

STABLE, QUALITY PERFORMANCE FROM E.MC CYLINDERS Pneumatics and hydraulics specialists Tom Parker Ltd are UK exclusive distributors for pneumatics products by E.MC. Established in 1986, E.MC possess over 50 patents and provide pneumatic solutions for over 50 industries. E.MC products offer production efficiency with precision, low consumption pneumatics. Their world-class manufacturing and test facilities are in response to industry demand for greater streamlined performance, combined with durability.

E.MC provides a wide range of pneumatic cylinders for the automation industry. With bore sizes ranging from 10 mm to 125 mm in the range available from Tom Parker Ltd, each element of the cylinder series has been engineered to produce superior performance and reliability.

Cylinders are machined by high precision American and Japanese

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CNC robots and are automatically assembled and tested. Automated machining ensures bores are precisely cut; extending the life cycle of devices.

Cylinder styles available from Tom Parker Ltd include the ISO 15552/ VDMA standard and profile cylinders, compact cylinders, the ISO 21287 compact cylinder, and guided cylinders, many available with a range of accessories, and backed by E.MC product specialist knowledge from experts at Tom Parker Ltd. E.MC products are already the first choice for many leading companies around the world.

For more information, please contact the Tom Parker Ltd Business Development Manager: John Pomeroy. Tel: 01772 255113.

Alternatively email the Business Development Department at business.development@tom-parker. co.uk

Pumps LIQUIDS UNDER CONTROL • Specialists in BESPOKE CONTROL SYSTEMS, as well as offering a wide range of standard starter panels, level sensors, monitoring systems and kiosks.

• T-T HI-DRO BOOST®, a range of FIXED and VARIABLE SPEED multiple clean water pump booster sets to provide REQUIRED FLOW and WATER PRESSURE.

HYDRA-CELL PUMPS ABRASIVE TILE COATINGS Hydra-Cell seal-less pumps, from Wanner, have solved a pump seal wear problem for a major US producer of acoustic panels.

When pumping these abrasive coatings, pumps with dynamic seals will eventually wear and leak. Performance accuracy deteriorates and maintenance downtime for seal replacement can prove expensive as the Corporation found to its cost.

Replacing its pneumatic, single plunger pumps with HydraCell G10 and G25 seal-less pumps not only solved the leak problem but also greatly improved the control over spray patterns and coating thickness. With no dynamic seals to wear, the Hydra-Cell pumps are able to pump the abrasive coating material reliably and require minimal maintenance, reducing nonproductive time. www.hydra-cell.eu

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MAKING LOW FLOW MORE EFFICIENT

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Perfected Sealless Pumps Continuous innovation means HMD Kontro magnetic drive technology is now even more robust, reliable, economic and suited to even more applications • ZeroLoss™ composite containment shell • VapourView™ instrumentation that detects the presence of gas in a liquid • Secondary Containment options to enhance safety even further With new derivatives including vertical, high-pressure, low-flow, multi-stage and even extended sump versions, there is an HMD Kontro sealless pump that is perfect for your next project.

Enquire today.

+44 (0)1323 452141 vince.lee@sundyne.com www.hmdkontro.com

Combining the proven technologies of Sundyne Barske Wheel hydraulics with the HMD Kontro sealless magnetic drive, the GSPLF (LF for Low Flow) sealless pump fills a gap in the market for a high-efficiency low flow magnetic drive centrifugal pump with a single stage high head capability.

The GSPLF meets the requirements of API 685 and has full ATEX compliance, making it ideal for chemical and hydrocarbon processing applications. Sundyne has over 50 years of experience in offering Barske Wheel pumps, designed to provide efficiency in the low specific speed regime often referred to as low flow, high head applications.

These pumps have an open impeller with straight blades and a tapered conical diffuser to produce the desired performance. Development and testing demonstrates that

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this combination produces a head factor considerably higher than that of traditional back-swept Francis vane impellers.

The combination of Sundyne Barske Wheel hydraulics with the HMD sealless magnetic drive, reliability, design flexibility, and efficiency is further optimised, ensuring trouble-free, safe and environmentally conscious plant operation.

For further information, please see www.sundyne.com/ hmdkontro, call +44 1323 452141 or vince.lee@sundyne.com.

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SELECTING SEALLESS MAGNETIC DRIVE PUMPS ith the increasing awareness in industry of new environmental legislation, product liability, operator safety and the tightening of international standards governing these areas, there is an urgent need for industry to review and, where necessary, to revise its selection process for pumps.

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There is also a growing need for engineers to appreciate the relative merits of the available design options.

The end suction mechanically sealed pump has been the workhorse of industry for decades. It is available in a range of specifications from the European ISO 2858 to the American ASME / ANSI B73.1 standards. These standards have all evolved to reflect the vast quantity of pumps installed, standardisation and good engineering practice.

Sealed pumps are fitted with a variety of sealing systems such as single mechanical seal, double mechanical seal, tandem seal and the associated seal support systems.

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Some of the features of a sealed centrifugal pump are that it is usually a low unit cost, has commonality of design across product ranges and familiarity of the product design when maintaining the pump. Seal manufacturers have simplified the sealing system of such pumps by introducing replaceable cartridge designs that require less arduous set-up procedures, although such designs do command a higher financial outlay.

A point, which should always be considered, is that whatever seal system is chosen, there is one inherent weakness â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the seal has to leak to lubricate the seal faces and when the seal fails the product being pumped will leak to atmosphere, possibly endangering plant personnel, resulting in lost production, loss of product and potentially damaging the environment. In comparison a magnetic drive sealless pump, properly applied, will eliminate the effect of leakage. The basic principle of a magnetic drive sealless pump is that the internal pump shaft and supporting journal bearings rotate within the process fluid.

This shaft is supported by internal plain bearings located in a rigid bearing holder.

The shaft has an inner magnet ring connected to one end and the impeller at the other. The shaft and bearing holder are inside a can or containment shell that contains the process fluid and is rated for the same process conditions as the pump casing in which the impeller is located.

Engineering improvement in containment shell design has enabled designs that can withstand temperatures from -100 ÂşC to +450 ÂşC and pressures from full vacuum up to 185 bar or higher.

Typically the material of construction of the containment shell would be a high nickel alloy, providing excellent chemical compatibility. The design of the shell will vary depending upon the pressure rating and size. Shell thicknesses range in sizes down to 1mm depending on the application.

Rotating around the outside of the containment shell is a corresponding magnetic ring, the outer magnetic ring.

It is the direct magnet to magnet attraction between the magnets in the inner and outer rings that provides the driving torque and synchronous operation. The outer magnet ring is connected to a driver (electric motor) either directly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in a close coupled configuration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or via an external (supporting) bearing assembly and mechanical coupling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a separate mounted configuration.

When choosing between the different solutions it is important for the specifying engineer or the purchaser to understand the parameters of the application and its characteristics.

Liquid characteristics should be reviewed and understood, as the vapour pressure characteristics, suction conditions, material/ chemical compatibility, the presence of solids all have an impact as to what is the best design solution.

Applications that require double mechanical seal systems, and in some circumstances single mechanical seal systems, can be more robustly and safely satisfied with the application of a magnetic drive sealless pump.

The cost of seal support systems should be accounted for when comparing technologies along with the cost of a clean-up (on failure) and maintenance of the mechanically sealed unit. More recent developments and industry acceptance have also lead to international standards being developed specifically for sealless technology.

For further information please see www.hmdkontro.com or to discuss your application contact Vince Lee of HMD Kontro Sealless Pumps on 01323 452141 / vince.lee@sundyne.com.

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RELEASE THE POWER OF YOUR DATA

nformation is recognized as a business asset that can create real value. The magnitude of information is continuing to increase driven by the proliferation of data from the internet of things (IoT).

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We’re starting to see this aspect of a connected enterprise and their cyber/ physical systems. However, it’s not only about machine and sensor data. Those are key tools where data is authored. The same is true for data being authored by employees within enterprise applications.

Today’s business problems are not about creating more data or buying additional expensive and complex technology, but rather accessing the existing business data and gaining insight. Over the years manufacturing companies have spent a fortune on expensive CAD, PDM, PLM and ERP systems without ever gaining the promised results. Just imagine if you could release the business value that is trapped in these applications and other key data sources like spreadsheets.

Disruptive technologies like Actify Product Data Intelligence can help liberate your enterprise data and increase results without the typical costs!

Actify helps create a network where manufacturing organizations can view,

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manage, and investigate product data with CAD Visualization, Data Discovery, and Data Visualization & Dashboards.

Product Data Intelligence facilitates data visibility and data usability. Having the maximum amount of information available to contextualize the current state of play allows managers to make the best decisions and improve business outcomes. However, value is not found, it’s made! Business benefits come from converting ‘accessibility’ and ‘usability’ into Value. Product Data Intelligence makes enterprise information meaningful to your users and your organization by managing it effectively.

Product Data Intelligence builds a rounded understanding of project, parts and data assets by uniting line-ofbusiness systems and analysis tools. With extensive data source coverage across the enterprise, you can manage big data environments on premise or distributed to provide a value-chain-centric information platform.

The need for organizations to treat information as an asset will make Product Data Intelligence a strategic business tool.

The high-end customized offerings of Actify have not only helped businesses

gain altitude, but also have made them proactive with their businesses. Because deployment is measured in days, not months or years, as with more traditional solutions. Customers are reporting significant return on their investment from the deployment of Centro because of the greater insight to their existing data.

The associated benefits of Product Data Intelligence are illustrated above as a demonstration of value. Do not hesitate to contact us for a more information and a personalized demonstration of value for your organization.

We define our technology as Product Data Intelligence, because today’s Business Intelligence solutions do not understand product definition information or handle the types of files that are synonymous with engineering and manufacturing organizations. Discrete manufacturers data is unique, because your information assets include 3D models and 2D drawings with information hidden within CAD files (dimensions, eBOM, PMI, GD&T, etc.)

Contact Actify for more information.

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isualisation is our passion!

For over 20 years, the name DOSCH DESIGN has stood for the highest level of quality in the development of computer graphics products in the fields of 3D design and visualisation. Right from the start, we have actively followed progress in the CGI field and allowed our experience to flow into the quality and variety of our products.

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Those who know DOSCH DESIGN products know that we place great importance on depicting 3D models realistically - no matter whether these relate to manufacturing, engineering, vehicles, buildings, industry, medicine, nature or garden, to name but just a few.

However, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just leave it at the mere creation of an individual object; instead, we pay attention to the many little

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details around the product. For instance, at DOSCH 3D, car models include detailed depictions of brakes, wheels, bumpers, bodywork, doors, seats and the electronics. These details are an important part of marketing for supply companies, developers and manufacturers who want to visualise processes for publications, animations, illustrations or instruction manuals. For buses, construction vehicles, digging or heavy machines, aeroplanes, yachts and helicopters, too, DOSCH DESIGN offers many different views and details.

Beside models of cars of typical manufacturer brands, DOSCH DESIGN has established products with non-branded versions of typical vehicles like concept cars or concept airplanes. These make it much easier regarding publishing of the final artwork.

But our strength does not only lie in vehicles and automotive details; we also apply the same eye for detail to all other product groups, such as manufacturing, medicine, industry or architecture.

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Founded in 1996 to develop databases and software solutions for the Information industry, Minesoft specializes in tools and services for retrieving, storing and distributing patent & technology information throughout the enterprise.

Minesoft’s flagship product PatBase enables users, including corporations in fields such as the automotive and pharmaceutical industries, to protect their designs by checking novelty against existing patents and to solve technical dilemmas by studying patent texts, patent drawings and non-patent literature.

Our Users can access and understand the most up-to-date scientific research, new ideas and competitor information contained in patent documents with a range of search and display functionalities, including text and diagrams, semantic searching, translations and fully-incorporated PatBase Analytics.

TechnipFMC Selects RTI’s Connectivity Technology for Semi-Autonomous Underwater ROVs RTI Connext DDS Meets Advanced Connectivity and Flexibility Requirements for TechnipFMC’s Complex Oil and Gas Projects RTI Connext DDS has been selected by TechnipFMC by as the connectivity framework for its underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). These systems are used by Oil & Gas service companies in complex subsea and offshore projects, which require highly skilled and trained operators. With TechnipFMC’s integration of Connext DDS, a revolution in underwater, real-time robotic controls is underway, promoting a shift from manual to automated functions. www.rti.com

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Packaging boost for soldering torch Rothenberger’s Super Fire 2 soldering and brazing torch is a popular choice among plumbers and is sold in 19 countries but, as with most successful products, copies have appeared on the market.

This prompted Rothenberger to review the presentation of the product and they chose to use a transparent pack designed by Bell Packaging Limited.

The end caps are made using a special mould developed for the application. In addition to being a closure the cap can be used as a stand to hold the torch when not being used.

The caps use the patented Jetlok design of fixing (Patent No. GB2355000). This feature ensures that copies cannot be made and protects the substantial investment made by Rothenberger in the new packaging. www.bellpackaging.com 01582 459292

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Portable Rigging Kit Moves Materials and Equipment Up to 34,000 lbs AeroGo Inc., offers a portable rigging kit to move machinery, material, and equipment up to 34,000 lbs. The compact and portable kit accommodates load configurations up to 40’ long and 34,000 lbs., and stores easily in an included waterproof wheeled case. Load placement is safely performed over nearly all flat surfaces with the use of compressed air and lightweight overlays. Satisfied customers have commented that ‘Rigging and setup are streamlined’ and ‘The system greatly reduces safety exposure.’ The kit includes four load modules and accompanying air hoses along with a flat supply hose.

For more information, call (206) 575-3344 or email info@aerogo.com. Equipment can be viewed online at www.aerogo.com/ products/portable-rigging-kit/.

SMES URGED TO HARNESS TECHNOLOGY OR RISK FALLING BEHIND Small-scale manufacturers are in ‘critical danger’ of losing out to their competitors unless they adapt quickly to the changes sweeping their industries, a supply chain expert has warned.

Lucy Pamment, product manager at supply chain technology specialist Access Group, has branded many of the discussions around Industry 4.0 ‘unhelpful’ for SMEs, who have yet to get on board with the digital revolution.

To counteract this, Access Group has launched a new guide to dispel the misconceptions around Industry 4.0 entitled, Industry 4.0 User Manual for SME. To download a free copy of Industry 4.0 User Manual for SMEs visit www.theaccessgroup. com/supply-chain-management/ downloads/whitepapers/industry-40-smeuser-manual/.

Multi purpose Speedors From retaining heat in a typical warehouse to maintaining air quality in a cleanroom, Hart Door Systems’ Speedor range of automatic, high speed, industrial doors continues to show its huge scope of use in industrial and warehouse applications.

Hart is a leading designer and manufacturer of industrial doors systems with its high-speed door ‘Speedor’ now a globally recognised brand. In all there are five types of Speedor in addition to the ‘Super’ variant.

Speedor Storm offers for exceptional wind resistance, Speedor Mini is for internal applications, Speedor Maxi utilises twin layer fabric for large door openings, Speedor Conveyor is for high frequency conveyor systems and Speedor Twinblade has been designed to meet specific air leakage rates. Hart also produces a broad range of fire and security products for widely differing applications that require automatic action, speed of operation and protection.

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Switches & Sensors

Herga Technology unveils 6244 series haptic puck switch

Hot water heater with touch design

Intelligent drive tailored for conveyors

Herga Technology has expanded its range of switch controls with the new 6244 series haptic puck switch. The new hand or foot operated puck (or bellows) style switch features an audible click when pressed and is aimed at machinery and equipment switching tasks where both tactile operation and audible response are essential requirements.

PolyIC will be showcasing mass applications for its PolyTC capacitive sensors at this year’s Embedded World from 27 February to 1 March in Nuremberg, and at LOPEC from 14-15 March in Munich. The following series production touch applications for white goods will be exhibited: a front panel of a hot water heater from A. O. Smith with touch control, and a demonstrator for a sensor control panel that has been successfully employed in several washing machine models from BSH. Touch- and gesture-controlled functionality for automotive interior applications will also be demonstrated. Using a variety of door trims as examples, a diverse range of options for day/night designs and touch sensor controllable ambient lighting will be presented.

Founded in 1945 Huba Control AG develop, manufacturer and market components designed exclusively for the measurement of pressure and flow from its Global Headquarters in Würenlos Switzerland.

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Sealing protection is to IP67 and all manufacturing materials and components meet IEC 60601-1 medical standards. Its micro switch rating of 0.1A for 125/250V AC or 30V DC operation is available for both SPDT and DPDT contact configurations with momentary action.

For further details of the new haptic foot switch or the modular base system visit www.herga.com or email sales@herga.com or call +44 (0)1284 701422.

Our in house design and manufacturing facilities have developed an innovative range of products across a broad spectrum of applications which incorporate our own unique range of pressure measuring cells, diaphragms and special ceramic cantilever beams making Huba Control a leading manufacturer of Pressure Transmitters, Switches and Sensors for sensing single pressure from -1 to 1,000 bar, differential pressure up to 25 bar and Vortex Flow Sensors from 0.5 l/min to 240 l/min.

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Vibration Analysts; Worth their Weight in Gold Genuinely good vibration analysts are worth their weight in gold. But how do you create good vibration analysts?

AA good good vibration vibration analyst analyst provides provides an an early early warning warning of of faults, faults, with with aa clear clear statement statement of of what’s what’s wrong, wrong, what what must must be be done, done, and and the the urgency urgency of of the the required required action. action. Good Good vibration vibration analysts analysts are are accurate accurate and and confident. confident.

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PROPER SELECTION OF CONTROL VALVE ACTUATOR ontrol valve is the final control element in any process system, and this is because it is the final element that ultimately manipulates the value of the variable in the control process. The control valve usually have a control linkage which is known as an actuator.

closed, more open, fully closed, or fully open. There are different types of control valve actuators, and they are classified according to the type of supply that is required for activation.

The actuator accepts a signal from an independent source and in response positions (opening or closing) the valve to the required or designed position.

Pneumatic Valve Actuators: This is a type of control valve actuator that can adjust the position of the valve by converting air pressure into rotary motion or linear motion. Rotary motion actuators are used on butterfly valves, plug valves, and ball valves which are quarter-turn valves that can be positioned from open to close by a 90-degree turn.

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They are: Pneumatic Valve Actuators, Electric Valve Actuators, and Hydraulic Valve Actuators.

While linear motion actuators are used on globe valves, diaphragm valves, pinch valves, angle valves, and gate valves which has a sliding stem that controls the position of the element (closure).

Pneumatic valve actuators can be classified as being single-acting, in that air actuates the valve in one direction and a compressed spring to operate the valve in the other direction. They can be either reverse-acting (spring-to-extend) or direct-acting (spring-to-react).

The operating force is generated from the pressure of the compressed air. Choosing between single-acting, reverse-acting, and direct-acting is dependent on the safety requirements (in an event of compressed supply air failure), response/ activation time, air supply pressure etc.

For example, for safety reasons steam valves must close on failure of air supply.

Pneumatic valve actuators have an advantage of simple construction requiring little maintenance, and quick valve response time to changes in the control signal.

Hydraulic Valve Actuators: Hydraulic valve actuators usually have a si,ple design feature with minimum mechanical parts.

Hydraulic valve actuators convert fluid pressure into linear motion, rotary motion or both.

They are also used on both quarterturn valves and linear valves. In the case of quarter-turn valves, the hydraulic fluid provides the thrust which is mechanically converted to rotary motion to adjust the valve.

While for linear valves, the pressure of the hydraulic fluid acts on the piston to provide the thrust in a linear motion. This is particularly for gate or globe valves etc. Hydraulic valve actuators are used especially in situations where a large stem thrust is required, such as the steam supply in turbines or the movement of large valves in chimney flues.

In a situation where very large valves are to be actuated, it is often adviceable to install the actuators on mechanical gearboxes in order to provide an increased outputs (torque).

There are different types of hydraulic valve actuators that convert linear motion to rotary motion. Firstly, the diaphragm actuators are basically used with linear motion valves, but they are also applicable with rotary motion valves, but with a linear to rotary motion linkage.

Secondly, the lever and link actuators transfers the linear motion of a piston cylinder or diaphragm to rotary motion.

Thirdly, the rack-and-pinion actuators transfers the linear motion of a piston cylinder to rotary motion. The other type of linear motion to rotary motion actuator is the scotch yoke actuators. Finally, for safety reasons most hydraulic actuators are provided with fail safe features of either “fail-open”, “fail-close”, or “failstay put”.

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Electric Valve Actuators: This is another type of valve actuators that is compact with a large stem thrust. They usually used in systems where pneumatic supply is not needed or available. The electric valve actuator is more complex than the pneumatically operating valve actuator.

When the control valves are spread out over large distances, as in the situation with pipelines. Then an electric valve actuator should be chosen for purely economic reasons. This is simply because electrical energy is cheaper and easier to transport than instrument air and hydraulic fluid.

Electric valve actuator depends on an electrical power source for its signal, and in response to the signal automatically adjusts the valve to a desired position.

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the desired level of torque. Subsequently, the rotational motion is converted into a linear motion of the valve stem via a gear wheel and and a worm transmission.

Electric valves actuators are mostly used on linear motion valves, globe valves and gate valves. They are also allowed on quarter-turn valves like butterfly valves, ball valves, and other quarter valves. Linear electric valves are installed in systems where tight tolerances are required.

While rotary electric valves actuators are suitable for use in packaging applications, and electric power industries etc.

Electric valves actuators have a disadvantage of valve response, which can be as low as 5 seconds/min, which in some varying systems might be very slow.

Conclusion: For control to be very effective, it is very imperative that a control valve adjusts to its desired position as quickly as possible. To achieve this, the right valve actuator must be selected for the right application.

Therefore when the variuos types of control valve actuators are available and their individual features given, the selection of the correct control valve actuator becomes as critical as selecting the control valve.

Finally, in selecting the right valve actuator for a given process, critical site informations like the availability of power supply, hydraulic fluid pressure and air pressure must be considered. In addition, the stroke time of the valve, fail safe position, control signal input, and safety factors etc are also taken into due consideration.

Valves & Flow Control

NEW Hypergienic Rotary Valves from Gericke RotaVal Gericke RotaVal have launched two new rotary valves specifically designed for the pharmaceutical and food industry. The valves are fully machined from solid stainless steel and embody a range of detailed features.

Both valves offer rapid access for cleaning, the HGMC is a manual easy clean rotary valve and the HGMF is a railed fast clean version.

With both valves offering easy and fast cleaning they ensure minimum down times and the ability to be cleaned by plant operators without the need for any special tools.

All surfaces are self- draining and full clean-in-place is available.

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The valves can be fully tested and certified against 10 barg internal explosion and flame containment and there are isolator versions available.

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Hygienic Hoses and Valves Hygienic hoses and valves must be used in the food processing industry to ensure that products are not contaminated and that high standards of health, safety and hygiene are met.

Today, the food and drink industry requires hygienic hoses and safety valves, which are fully drainable and Cleanable-In-Place (CIP).

The majority of valves are made of stainless steel; and hygienic standards required include 3A in the USA and EHEDG in Europe.

Hygiene is a major factor for concern when installing the hoses that are used on the production line, as well as the highly essential hose couplings, valves and fittings.

A wide range of food and liquids pass through these hoses during the production process and the fittings need to be extremely hygienic and manufactured with materials which will not taint the food or beverages within.

As a result, there are now a range of flexible hygienic hoses which are suitable for all

kinds of hygienic fluid applications, offering ease of handling, durability and Clean In Place (CIP) suitability.

Specialist manufacturers of hoses and valves can advise on the most appropriate solutions for your food production environment.

With a great deal of experience in this field, companies such as Dixon Group Europe Ltd, are leading the way with regards to hygienic hoses and valves for use in the food and drink industry.

With new innovations regularly introduced, food and drink manufacturers are benefitting from many new product developments.

For example, earlier this year, Dixon announced the extension of its wide range of hygienic process valves with the addition of the Dixon Rieger range of Mix Proof and Double Seat valves - both hygienic and aseptic.

The range includes Mix-Proof valves, double seat valves which are an economical alternative to mix proof valves, hygienic pressure resistance valves, hygienic overflow valves, tank bottom, pigging (product recovery) valves and regulating valves.

These hygienic process valves can be used in a wide variety of applications including the food and beverage industry, dairy, bioprocessing, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics where aseptic and hygienic conditions are required and clean ability is paramount.

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Bifold’s Circuit Designer – Modular solutions with drag and drop system

Plast-O-Matic Plast-O-Matic provides a complete line of standard and custom designed thermoplastic valves and controls for difficult chemical and ultrapure applications. The ISO 9001 registered company offers an extensive line of manual, actuated, and automatic valves including actuated ball valves, energy-saving solenoid valves, and the highest performance pressure regulating and reducing valves in the industry. Superior True Blue valves are designed for Semiconductor Fabrication, Chemical Processing, Water & Wastewater Treatment, Mining, Metal Finishing, PC Board Fabrication, Commercial Laundry, Pulp & Paper, Battery Manufacturing, Petroleum & Alternative Energy, Laboratory, Medical, Food & Beverage industries – virtually any demanding application that requires corrosion resistant or ultrapure processing.

The Bifold Circuit Designer allows you to design a bespoke modular solution or tubed valve circuit comprising a series of valves in any order or orientation (where applicable) using a schematic drag and drop system.

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Design a circuit using drag and drop (new schematics added regularly).

View the modular solution code and description or a list of separate valves and fittings.

Create a PDF schematic diagram and description for sending with a quote.

View and print the Modular Solution Bill of Materials (BOM) or separate valves (BOM).

For users with Solid Edge ST6 and above, create a 3D model and dimensional drawing for a Modular Solution.

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Bee Valve Offers Hard-to-Find PVDF Cam Couplers/Adapters Bee Valve Inc. manufactures a complete line of hard-to-find PVDF cam couplers/adapters.

This material is partially applicable where ultra-high purity or UL94-VO listing is required.

PVDF is chemical resistant halogens and strong acids, even at higher temperatures.

PVDF couplers/adapters are the preferred choice for corrosive chemical, ozone and high radiation applications.

Bee Valve couplers and adapters are available in sizes from 1⁄4 in. to 3 in. All couplers feature stainless steel handles and pins. EPDM gaskets are standard, Buna-N and Viton are also available. All Bee Valve couplers and adaptors are interchangeable with other military spec couplers and adaptors. www.beevalve.com

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VALSTEAM A t Valsteam Adca Engineering SA we are completely focused on providing groundbreaking products for industrial steam and fluid systems.

The project started more than 35 years ago, as industrial pipeline and steam boiler house contractors, already building pressure vessels and auxiliary equipment in-house. Since then we have grown up to become a full-service steam equipment and valve manufacturer, assuring the complete production cycle: design, machining, welding, assembly, tests, quality and packaging.

The company started small, with its first manufactured product being the thermodynamic steam trap, followed by float and thermostatic steam traps, pressure operated pumps, humidity separators, and heat exchangers.

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Up to now, the company consolidated a very wide range of products and solutions for steam and other industrial gases, present in the process industry. “Today, we can proudly stand as a “one stop shop” with more than 6.000 different products and more than 15.000 product parts for all kind of industries.”

From standard and non-standard series to tailor-made products Valsteam Adca is one of the European companies with the largest range of products. The product range can be divided into six sections: steam traps, pressure reducing valves, control valves, pipeline ancillaries, special construction equipment’s and Adca pure, the hygienic/sanitary line.

Today Valsteam ADCA has two production facilities with a total manufacturing capacity of 22 000 square meters, located in a small village in the ocean side of Portugal.

The team today consists of 70 people that together drive this Portuguese caravel along in five continents and more than 80 countries, with the same ambition their ancestors were driven by: to reach more.

We are now a global company, but we kept the best that a family owned business can keep: agility in developing new products, the flexibility in production and the proximity to our staff and clients. The request of the clients for different special products encounters in our company the willingness and determination for accepting new challenges, leading us to always look and invest in state of the art machinery supported by advanced engineering software’s that allow our teams to continuous increase the productivity and the quality of the products.

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HOW ZOOMORPHISM CAN TEACH US TO MAKE BETTER ROBOTS oomorphism is the literary term used to describe the attribution of animal characteristics to inanimate objects. But, have you ever considered its potential to change the way humans innovate in the robotic sciences? Here, Jonathan Wilkins, marketing director at obsolete equipment supplier EU Automation, explains how zoomorphism can teach us to make better industrial robots.

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The nation was touched when the groundbreaking BBC documentary, Spy in the Wild broadcast a group of Indian langur monkeys mourning the apparent death of a baby robot monkey that they had accepted into their group.

The robot monkey was filming the goings-on of the group when it fell from a height and was taken out of action. As it lay still, a hush spread through the group and, one by one, the monkeys began to hug and console each other in a show of grief.

This is a touching story that helped scientists learn about group behaviour in a new and novel way and it also demonstrates how engineers can create a robot so natural in its movements and mannerisms that a group of relatively intelligent animals could not tell it apart from their own.

While humans are yet to overcome the same uncanny valley for human androids, there is a lot we can learn from the development of robots that exhibit animal characteristics.

Three areas that are particularly interesting are grippers, limbs and artificial intelligence software.

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Grippers One of the biggest barriers to the adoption of industrial robots in picking and packing lines has been the use of adequate grippers that can pick objects of varying size, shape and weight quickly and accurately without damaging or deforming the product.

This is especially important in the food and beverage sector, such as supermarket fulfilment centres, where soft hand-like grippers with fingers covered in tiny suckers are used to pick and pack items of food such as heads of lettuce without damaging the product. At the same time, the grippers are durable enough to handle glass bottles and heavier metal cans of soup continuously.

Limbs Although there is a tendency to create robots after our own image, why create robots with human limitations? Modelling the limb movements of robots after those of arthropods, insects and four-legged mammals, such as dogs and cheetahs, offers engineers the ability to create robots that can traverse rough terrain quickly and efficiently, recovering more easily from falls and setbacks.

While this is particularly useful for military applications, it also offers opportunities for industrial use in factories and plants where such robots could provide use in a more diverse range of applications, replacing the need for single-use robots such as automated guided vehicles (AGVs), cranes and forklifts.

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Pioneering waste managers make PPMA debut Government efforts to boost industrial recycling and reuse have resulted in a raft of new regulations designed to persuade companies to tighten up the way they manage their waste.

Waste creation, and its ultimate disposal, remains one of industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top environmental impacts and is subject to increasingly tough legislative demands. This, in turn, is presenting specialist waste management companies with new challenges, especially in the field of recycling and resource recovery, inspiring them to commit to the goal of sustainability rather than mere disposal by anticipating future trends (and legislation) and developing innovative technologies in favour of the environment.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the message fast-growing national independent waste managers Cleansing Service Group (CSG) will be promoting when the company makes its first appearance at a Processing & Packaging Machinery Association exhibition at Birminghamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NEC (STAND J54) from 29th September â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1st October.

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The substance is so toxic that it can cause massive loss of species that live in affected areas.

Bionetix International a wholly owned subsidiary of CortecÂŽ Corporation, in the business of manufacturing microbial based bio-products launched BCP35S/BioSurf as an environmentally safe and economical alternative to the use of chemicals that reduces clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s processing costs and increases the time of remediation. BCP35S/ BioSurf includes 2 applications for spills up to 10 square meters. The product is designed to bring two of the best hydrocarbon degrading technologies into one to enhance the three steps of bioremediation.

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PRECISION CONTROL FOR CIP PROCESSES lean-in-place (CIP) has been used for maintaining the cleanliness of process equipment in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries for over 50 years.

However, specifying the most appropriate valves and sensors to control a CIP process can make a huge difference in terms of how effective and efficient the system is, which in-turn has a significant impact on operating costs.

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Here are some of BĂźrkert top-ten tips for optimising your CIP process: 1. From first principles; keeping the time devoted to the CIP process to a minimum reduces downtime and maintains productivity levels. In larger installations, it may be possible to isolate certain production lines for cleaning, while the others continue in operation.

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2. The CIP process can involve a range of chemicals that are used to clean and disinfect the equipment. The concentration of these chemicals is very important in achieving an effective cleaning cycle without wasting expensive materials. To achieve the correct balance, it is important to specify the most appropriate control valves for each application, particularly when looking at precision dosing systems for detergent.

3. This process needs to take into account all of the influencing factors, such as temperature, pressure and chemical properties. CIP processes use either caustic or acidic detergent regimes, so the chemical resistance properties of the control valves within the manufacturing process are a very important aspect of the design.

4. The actual cleaning process itself may be initiated and stopped manually as and when it is required. This can lead to both

ineffective and costly processes that could be improved with the use of automation.

Installing a series of control valves and condition sensors that are linked to the main process controller, can significantly reduce the cost of CIP and improve its effectiveness.

5. By looking at the process in more detail it is possible to identify areas where improvements can be made. Examining the temperature and the conductivity of the cleaning fluid will determine if too much energy or too much chemical is being used. Any reductions in energy consumption or raw materials will have a beneficial effect on operational costs, so precise temperature measurement and a fast feed-back loop are essential.

6. Further savings can be derived from reducing water consumption in the rinse cycles. Rather than using a time-based process, which often uses more water than necessary, conductivity sensors

can be used to establish when a clear water stream is established and close the control valve.

7. For the actual sterilisation process, sensors for pH, temperature and chemical concentration will be able to record data that may be required to meet statutory regulations, so some form of supervisory controller whether that be localised or networked is essential.

8. Smart valves and dedicated process controllers are a good option here as they provide the flexibility to store and display information locally, or pass it on to wider factory automation layers and MES systems. At the same time, this data ensures the process is accurately controlled and maintained for the most efficient result.

9. Having considered the control of the CIP process, further improvements can often be made to the control valves

associated with the manufacturing process itself. By minimising dead flow areas and optimising the surface finish inside the valves, the efficacy of the cleaning process can also be improved.

standards need to be maintained. In these situations, the best advice is to work closely with experts and manufacturers that can provide useful insights to the finer points of system design.

10. At the same time, care should be taken when selecting control valve designs, especially in relation to the chemical resistance of the seals. The composition of the cleaning process and the chemicals used in it will determine the materials that should be specified for the sealing elements of the control valves.

As a leading designer and manufacturer of process control valves, Bürkert Fluid Control Systems has extensive experience in creating tailored solutions that meet a wide range of CIP specifications and deliver reliable service. In many cases, taking a modular approach to building the control system is often the most costeffective. In this respect, Bürkert has an extensive range of products including valves, sensors and process controllers that can be integrated to deliver the most effective control of the installation.

Take advantage of an existing knowledge base Using a combination of detergents, water and heat, the process offers a very efficient method of cleaning vessels and pipework without dismantling it.

However, there is rarely a ‘one-size-fitsall’ solution to fluid control applications, especially when excellent hygiene

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ELAND CABLES LAUNCHES VERIFLEX® BRAND - BSI KITEMARK TESTED WITH NEXT DAY DELIVERY land Cables, the global supplier of power, data, control and instrumentation cables and cable accessories, has launched Veriflex® - its own brand range of industrial automation cables.

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Unique to the industry, these cables for control, servo and fieldbus applications have been tested against British and European standards under the new BSI Cable Batch Verification Kitemark™.

Veriflex® cables are subject to stringent tests in Eland Cables’ ISO 17025 UKAS accredited in-house facility, The Cable Lab®, under a rigorous BSI surveillance programme. The Kitemark provides valuable independent verification of the cable’s quality and compliance.

Described by BSI as “the new benchmark in cable compliance” Eland Cables is the first company to hold this coveted thirdparty mark of approval. BSI Technical Certification Expert Paul Turner confirmed: “The Cable Batch Verification Kitemark is applied to products, including the Veriflex SY, CY and YY range of PVC and LSZH control cables, under strict UKAS test parameters and subject to BSI’s rigorous surveillance programme.

The range of tests provide third-party assurance that cables meet relevant British and international standards for key safety criteria, making them fit for use in appropriate applications.”

Tests on component layers as well as the completed cable, will cover key material tests necessary to ensure that the cable properties match intended performance and construction.

These include vertical flame propagation, conductor resistance, and tensile & elongation in insulation and sheathing materials.

Extended warranties on the Veriflex range also come as standard, with PVC cables under warranty for 3 years, and LSZH cables having 2 years warranty.

Eland Cables’ confidence in their cables is demonstrated in this additional benefit to customers, providing double the standard market offering.

Key alongside this rigorous testing programme is the speed of supply. Nextday availability for UK customers means the Veriflex® range sets a new bar for the industrial process and control industry.

Darren Clark, UK & Ireland Sales Director at Eland Cables explains: “There are two things that are paramount to UK buyers of European industrial cables - quality and availability. Delays to delivery can mean delays in commissioning and pass-over times, which ultimately means wasted expense and critical project delays. Yet, until now, two-week leadtimes have been considered the norm, whilst a lack of specific standards for manufacture has meant a cost-premium for confidence in quality.”

Darren Clark continues: “Ultimately it comes down to peace of mind. The industrial and automation sectors have suffered from an inconsistency in the quality of the cables they regularly use. With Veriflex® cables available on a next-day basis, we aim to provide the continuity, consistency and confidence that will make a genuine commercial difference for customers.”

For Eland Cables, this new range further underlines their commitment to compliance, with Veriflex® already specified by major multi-national developers to our upcoming projects. www.elandcables.com

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