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01/11/2023 Castrol launches virtual engineer solution Castrol has launched a solution that allows customers to gain virtual access to its experts, who provide solutions to production questions and problems. » Read More

31/10/2023 Nord offers support to parcel distribution centres Nord Drive Systems is offering tailor-made solutions to support operators of parcel distribution centres in increasing the energy efficiency of their conveyor systems. » Read More

31/10/2023 CKF starts installing robotic palletising system CKF Systems has started installing a Robotic Central Palletising system that will help automate operations at a facility belonging to an unnamed snack manufacturer. » Read More

30/10/2023 ESTA works on maintenance regime proposals ESTA (European Association of Abnormal Road Transport and Mobile Cranes) is working on proposals to enhance existing maintenance regimes for mobile crane winch gearboxes. » Read More

30/10/2023 IMI unveils monitoring solution IMI Critical Engineering launched a steam trap monitoring solution to reduce loss and excess downtime in industrial applications resulting from blocked or leaking steam traps. » Read More

27/10/2023 Aggreko issues advice on F-gas compliance Aggreko is calling upon manufacturers to re-evaluate their approach to equipment procurement in order to futureproof against legislative shifts amid an impending reform of UK F-gas legislation. » Read More

27/10/2023 Cumbrian businesses commit to their communities Four West Cumbrian businesses have made a commitment to their communities at the launch of a joint venture (JV) to offer engineering services. » Read More

26/10/2023 Siemens launches security testing suite Siemens has launched a security testing suite for industrial communication networks to address the growing need for industrial cybersecurity solutions. » Read More

26/10/2023 Valmet releases monitoring application Valmet has launched an application called Valmet Oil Monitoring to monitor oil lubrication in fibre processing equipment. » Read More

25/10/2023 FPS unveils G-Tec Air Compressor FPS has launched its G-Tec Air Compressor, which includes a refrigerated dryer, dual filtration, 270/500 litre air receiver, oil-water separator and controller. » Read More

25/10/2023 Emerson acquires NI Emerson has acquired NI, a provider of software-connected automated test and measurement systems, as part of a $8.2 billion deal. » Read More

24/10/2023 TSSA issues warning amid Network Rail cuts TSSA (Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association) has warned of safety risks on railways as Network Rail announced a cull of almost 500 jobs in cost-cutting measures. » Read More

24/10/2023 GKN and Schaeffler to offer magnet supply chain GKN Powder Metallurgy is to supply Schaeffler with permanent magnets with the aim of ensuring a local supply while improving sustainability in the supply chain. » Read More

23/10/2023 Cotteswold Dairy recieves temperature-controlled trailers Tewkesbury-based Cotteswold Dairy is using six temperature-controlled trailers, each fitted with a Carrier Transicold Vector HE 19 to help cut emissions across its fleet. » Read More

23/10/2023 FIS launches guide to digital information management FIS has published a guide to help product suppliers and contractors operating in the finishes and interiors sector begin to form their own digital plan of work. » Read More

20/10/2023 Hydrogen Europe welcomes Hydrogen Bank T&Cs Hydrogen Europe has welcomed the terms and conditions (T&C) of the European Hydrogen Bank, a support mechanism for hydrogen offtakers in Europe. » Read More

20/10/2023 NSK provides bearing data NSK is to provide rolling bearing data to Mesys and KissSoft in a bid to accelerate the design process through quick bearing analysis. » Read More

19/10/2023 MasterMover launches Tug solution MasterMover has launched its new remote controlled PS7000+ model, featuring a weight capacity of 70,000kg and MultiLink technology. » Read More

19/10/2023 Timken to acquire Engineered Solutions Group Timken is to expand its engineering bearings portfolio through the acquisition of Engineered Solutions Group (Innovative Mechanical Solutions) in Houston, Texas. » Read More

18/10/2023 Sulzer upgrades turbo generator Sulzer has upgraded a turbo generator that had broken down on behalf of an unnamed Indonesian cement producer. » Read More

18/10/2023 RAIB issues report on freight train derailment RAIB (Rail Accident Investigation Branch) has issued a report following a freight train derailment at Petteril Bridge Junction, Carlisle, on 19 October 2022. » Read More

17/10/2023 Air France and Airbus enter JV negotiations Air France and Airbus have entered negotiations to create a joint venture (JV) aimed at better meeting the long-term maintenance needs of the Airbus A350 worldwide fleet. » Read More

17/10/2023 Home Office publishes fire safety guidance The Home Office has published two new pieces of guidance relating to enforcement and sanctions for non-compliance and guidance for persons with duties under fire safety legislation. » Read More

16/10/2023 Carter showcases gimbals Carter Manufacturing showcased gimbals and bearings used to support space flight applications at DSEI (Defence Security and Equipment International) in London. » Read More

13/10/2023 Burckhardt analyses compressor issues A Burckhardt Compression analysis identified inappropriate materials and designs as the root cause behind all problems associated with two compressors used by an unnamed chemicals company. » Read More