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28/08/2015 Automated solution helps optimise logistics operation Automated logistics solutions provider TGW is extending the logistics centre of Bestseller, the Danish multi-label fashion retailer and one of Europe’s largest clothing companies. » Read More

28/08/2015 Apprentice scheme delivers much needed skills Sulzer’s Birmingham Service Centre is tackling a local skills shortage by continuing to invest in apprentices that are keen to learn new skills as well as working towards full time employment in a vibrant and challenging industry. » Read More

27/08/2015 Drives boosts reliability and efficiency of oil & gas top drives systems A range of advanced products and systems are playing an important role in improving the reliability and performance of critical top drive systems used in oil & gas drilling and exploration rigs. » Read More

26/08/2015 Non-slip flooring enhances safety and reduces costs Non-slip safety flooring is enhancing plant safety as well as cutting floor maintenance costs for a leading manufacturer of specialist steel wires. » Read More

25/08/2015 The proof is in the mixing Mixing specialist System Mix has made an important contribution to the operational success and environmental sustainability of Northumbrian Water’s advanced anaerobic digestion operations. » Read More

25/08/2015 Condition monitoring adds critical protection to nuclear power plant Condition monitoring specialists Sensonics have delivered the first tranche of machinery protection systems to the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant project in the UAE (United Arab Emirates). » Read More

24/08/2015 EPSRC funding boost to aid discovery of new advanced materials A new £6.65 million grant for research aimed at accelerating the discovery and application of new advanced materials for the energy sector has been announced by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). » Read More

24/08/2015 Paper mill benefits from pump technology Switching from progressive cavity (PC) pumps to a MasoSine pump from Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group has overcome a long-standing issue for a leading paper mill based in South Africa – that of viscosity. » Read More

21/08/2015 Apprenticeship levy consultation published The government is inviting comments on its proposal to introduce an apprenticeship levy. The levy will enable employers to choose and pay for apprenticeship training. » Read More

21/08/2015 Brammer wins supplier award from Coca-Cola Enterprises Commitment to driving efficiencies and uncovering energy-saving opportunities has secured a Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) Supplier Award for Brammer, a leading supplier of industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and ... » Read More

20/08/2015 Taking to tablets enhances performance for service engineers By using tablets service engineers are now able to concentrate on their prime role of on-site problem solving » Read More

20/08/2015 Keep a check on lift truck best practices As part of the Fork Lift Truck Association’s Safetember safety campaign, Mentor has launched an invaluable resource which will help managers and supervisors overseeing lift truck operations to formalise and document safety checks. » Read More

19/08/2015 Damper moves heavy doors and windows smoothly into their final position SKF has developed a revolutionary design of damping system that brings heavy sliding doors to a smooth close. » Read More

19/08/2015 Magnomatics friction-free gearbox nears production Innovate UK funding helps Magnomatics attract interest from major vehicle manufacturers in fuel-efficient magnetic power transmission. » Read More

19/08/2015 FLTA seeks Safe Site Award entries from firms operating lift trucks The Forklift Truck Association is looking entries for its Safe Site Award from companies that have done something special to make their operations safer. The deadline for entries is 30 September and the FLTA Awards for Excellence will be ... » Read More

18/08/2015 Protecting large hydraulic cylinders in extreme environments Fast moving rivers present one of the most challenging environments for UK engineers. » Read More

18/08/2015 Hydraulic motors offer unrivalled power density Bosch Rexroth has improved the design of its compact series of Hägglunds hydraulic motors, giving the range unmatched power density and the unique ability to deliver full torque and full speed simultaneously. » Read More

18/08/2015 Engineering firm fined over safety breach A north east engineering firm has been fined £13,500 with £1,439.10 costs for deliberately compromising the safety guards on machinery for production reasons. » Read More

17/08/2015 New UKTI chief executive appointed Dr Catherine Raines has been appointed chief executive of UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) from 7 September 2015. She replaces Dominic Jermey, who will become Foreign and Commonwealth Office international counter-extremism co-ordinator. » Read More

17/08/2015 British engineers win 'huge haul' of medals at Skills 'Olympics' The elite of British engineering have grabbed a 'bank vault' of medals and 'done their nation proud' - at the Skills 'Olympics 'WorldSkills 2015 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. » Read More

14/08/2015 Energy savings in the can for Brammer and Ball Expertise in pump management and maintenance from Brammer has delivered £30,000 in energy savings for Ball Packaging Europe, a leading manufacturer of beverage cans. » Read More

14/08/2015 Heating pump maintenance crucial as winter approaches With the harsh, cold winter months fast approaching, Andy Cruse of ERIKS pump division, calls on businesses to prepare and maintain pumping equipment now, to enhance productivity and ensure business continuity. » Read More

12/08/2015 UK hydraulics firm saves the day for Royal Shakespeare Company A UK hydraulics firm pulled off a stellar performance to arrange manufacture and delivery of a range of hydraulic cylinder components in a short space of time, for the opening night of a new performance at The Royal Shakespeare Company ... » Read More

12/08/2015 Firm fined for worker's death at paper mill A company has been fined a total of £400,000 and ordered to pay £34,761.67 in costs following the death of a worker who became trapped in unguarded machinery at a Devon paper mill. » Read More

12/08/2015 Profinet targets growth in process automation While celebrating its 25th anniversary Profinet is aiming to make itself fit for use in process automation. » Read More