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20/09/2023 Busch introduces new R5 RA Busch has confirmed its new rotary vane vacuum pump R5 RA 0520 A is 25% more energy efficient than its predecessor. » Read More

19/09/2023 Fanuc robots handle waste London-based Recycleye is using artificial intelligence (AI) vision technology in conjunction with Fanuc 6-axis LR Mate robots to automate the detection and sorting of dry mixed recyclables. » Read More

19/09/2023 Celeros unveils CFT-Green Valve Packing System Celeros Flow Technology has launched a sealing system that is said to reduce fugitive emissions across pipelines and provides an efficient sealing solution for valves. » Read More

18/09/2023 Dematic provides buffer and sequencing system Dematic has provided an automated buffer and sequencing system that is said to process up to 150 pallets per hour to Vectura in Norway. » Read More

15/09/2023 ABB delivers process control solution to cement plant ABB has delivered its ABB Ability Expert Optimiser System to control, stabilise and optimise industrial processes at the Tokuyama Nanyo cement plant in Japan. » Read More

14/09/2023 Leeds opens solar powered Park and Ride site Leeds City Council has opened a solar powered Park and Ride in Stourton, serviced by electric buses that link the site to the city centre. » Read More

13/09/2023 Pets at Home receives electric forklift Pets at Home has boosted its distribution fleet with the addition of the Moffett eSeries NX electric forklift. » Read More

12/09/2023 Seeq and Databricks integrate platforms Seeq Corporation and Databricks are integrating their platforms to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning adoption across the industrial manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and energy sectors. » Read More

11/09/2023 ABB to power battery recycling facility ABB has expanded a partnership to provide process electrification to power Northvolt’s battery recycling facility in Skellefteå, Sweden. » Read More

08/09/2023 Valmet to deliver mill-wide optimisation solution Valmet is to deliver a mill-wide optimisation solution that will help automate decision-making at Mercer Rosenthal’s kraft pulp mill in Germany. » Read More

07/09/2023 QED highlights pump cycle counter QED Environmental Systems has highlighted how its Xact Count pneumatic pump cycle counter monitors water discharge rather than airflow, eliminating doubt about whether pumps are working correctly. » Read More

06/09/2023 Finning creates energy package for ABC Power Systems Finning has created a bespoke gas-powered energy package to support emergency backup power specialist ABC Power Systems in providing a lower cost solution for its customers. » Read More

05/09/2023 Gower uses electric counterbalance trucks Swansea-based Gower Chemicals has replaced a fleet of diesel counterbalance trucks with electric models following a recommendation from the local Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks supplier. » Read More

05/09/2023 Alfa Laval to supply gasketed plate heat exchanger Alfa Laval has agreed a deal to supply its first gasketed plate heat exchanger (GPHE) from its new hygienic line in the UK. » Read More

04/09/2023 ABB and Samsung collaborate on gas analysers ABB has signed an agreement to become a single-source vendor for gas analyser system integration for Samsung Engineering in Saudi Arabia. » Read More

01/09/2023 Seepex provides pump to Thames Water Seepex has provided a pump solution to enable sustainable sludge treatment at a Basingstoke Sewage Treatment Works site owned by Thames Water. » Read More

01/09/2023 Defence employer scheme recognises XPO XPO has achieved Silver Status in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for its efforts in building a work environment that helps military veterans in civilian roles. » Read More

31/08/2023 HSE: unsafe bolts on BendPak vehicle lift The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a safety alert due to unsafe bolts on the BendPak XPR series two-post vehicle lift. » Read More

30/08/2023 Dopag expands product range Dopag, a company offering valves for contactless spray and shot applications, has launched new products that offer more options for applying lubricants. » Read More

29/08/2023 GB Lubricants uses Gateshead District Energy scheme GB Lubricants is manufacturing heavy-duty diesel engine oils and transmission engine oils using a sustainable source of energy as part of the Gateshead District Energy Scheme. » Read More

25/08/2023 Drones map Sellafield nuclear site Sellafield has allowed drone pilots to carry out two mapping flights at its nuclear site in a move that increases safety for employees. » Read More

25/08/2023 Schneider launches Lexium Cobot Schneider Electric has launched its Lexium Cobot, which is designed to work alongside humans to perform gentle and diligent movements. » Read More

24/08/2023 Igus uses Machine Heat Recovery System Igus is using the waste heat from machinery to heat factories and industrial units, saving energy costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. » Read More

24/08/2023 Open programme delivery for lifting apprenticeship The Level 3 Lifting Equipment Technician Apprenticeship is now available for delivery in England as an Open Programme. » Read More

23/08/2023 Atlas broadens assembly tools calibration capability Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Solutions has received approval for the calibration of electrically powered assembly tools at its calibration facility in Wolverhampton and at customer sites. » Read More