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17/11/2021 HVAC carbon emissions remain low boardroom priority for energy-intensive ... The carbon emissions of HVAC systems in energy-intensive manufacturing industries are seen as a top priority by only 21% of UK senior management, despite accounting for up to 40% of a site’s energy consumption. » Read More

16/11/2021 Wheeled loading shovels in waste and recycling: HSE safety notice The Health and Safety Executive reminds operators of wheeled loading shovels of the need to fully assess and actively manage the risk of vehicle-pedestrian collisions. There have been nine fatal vehicle-pedestrian collisions in the past ... » Read More

16/11/2021 Combined flow & temperature filter monitoring sensors optimise dairy industry ... Maintaining competitiveness in today’s dairy processing industries depends upon a combination of factors, including the degree of automation, efficiency of production, hygienic design, effective cleaning and, ultimately, food safety. The ... » Read More

15/11/2021 Rolls-Royce announces that funding has been secured for small modular nuclear ... Following a successful equity raise, the Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor (SMR) business has today been established, to bring forward and deliver at scale the next generation of low cost, low carbon nuclear power technology. » Read More

15/11/2021 Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering expands Sheffield-based Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering, which produces power units, hydraulic systems and supplies a vast range of hydraulic components, has expanded. » Read More

11/11/2021 Network Rail develops innovative tunnel drill in collaboration with Amey Network Rail has worked with Amey’s rail team to create a new overhead line tunnel drill, the first of its kind, that not only improves operational delivery but the safety of the operatives working at height. » Read More

11/11/2021 Parker launches new process to instrument valve to EEMUA 182 design conformance Parker Hannifin has launched its latest process to instrument valve that fully conforms to EEMUA 182. The new range of EP Series Pro-Bloc valves, manufactured in Barnstaple, Devon has a double block and bleed function and consists of two ... » Read More

10/11/2021 ALARP guide for engineers published A new guide from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers looks to update safety guidance for engineers on how to reduce risks to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP). » Read More

10/11/2021 Europump supports joint industry statement on Machinery Product Directive Europump, the body which represents 16 national pump associations in 12 EU member states as well as Russia, Switzerland, Turkey, and the UK, has recently lent its support to an industry statement relating to the European Machinery ... » Read More

09/11/2021 Seal improves performance of mounted tapered roller bearing SKF has vastly extended the performance, and product life, of its new mounted tapered roller bearing by pairing it with a superior seal. » Read More

09/11/2021 Parker launches new generation of oil condition monitoring technology Parker Hannifin has announced an innovative oil condition monitoring technology that it says will help marine operators reduce downtime, reduce costs, and protect assets. The DIGI Plus has been designed to offer rapid on-site and on-board ... » Read More

09/11/2021 DLM load cells for Catena’s cleanroom client Dynamic Load Monitoring (UK) of Southampton has delivered two load cells to Catena Inspection & Engineering Services Ltd. for use at a nuclear cleanroom site where propulsion systems are developed for the UK’s Ministry of Defence (MOD). » Read More

08/11/2021 Netherlands bio-power scheme relies on mixing tech The Rivierenland Water Authority in the Netherlands is investing in new infrastructure to improve the performance of its wastewater treatment systems while also reducing its impact on the environment. The utility is aiming to become energy ... » Read More

08/11/2021 Mine operator switches to Cam Clutch backstop A global mining operator has upgraded the backstop on its incline conveyors to non-rollover cam technology to prevent material pile up on stops and stalls. » Read More

05/11/2021 Check lubrication of circuit breakers – HSE safety notice The incorrect use and application of lubrication on HV and LV circuit breakers could result in mal-operation and increased risk of catastrophic failure and downstream fire, according to a new safety notice from the Health and Safety ... » Read More

05/11/2021 New panel meter from Red Lion Red Lion introduces the next generation of panel meters, PM-50. This graphical panel meter is available as a 3.5-inch or 4.3-inch graphical touchscreen display. » Read More

05/11/2021 New report highlights post-pandemic sign blindness risk Health and safety experts are warning that UK workers are at risk from ‘sign blindness’ after the COVID-19 epidemic. » Read More

04/11/2021 Emerson provides digital controls for innovative plastics recycling plant ReNew ELP, a UK-based advanced recycling company, has selected Emerson as its digital automation partner for its new plastics recycling plant in Teesside, north-east England. Emerson’s automation technology and software will help achieve ... » Read More

04/11/2021 Schaeffler improves shaft alignment offering with LASER-EQUILIGN2 tool Schaeffler is now bringing the LASER-EQUILIGN2 alignment tool on to the market » Read More

03/11/2021 Protec Fire and Security Group bought by Bosch Bosch Building Technologies plans to acquire Protec Fire and Security Group Ltd., headquartered in Nelson, UK – one of the leading system integrators for security and fire detection technology with an innovative product portfolio. ... » Read More

03/11/2021 Wastewater dosing trailer relies on Mitsubishi control systems LEADA Engineering has created a mobile chemical dosing system for water and industrial applications, with technical support from Mitsubishi Electric. The mobile chemical dosing system has an on-board solar-photovoltaic (PV), ... » Read More

02/11/2021 Growth at the right time for Scantime A Gateshead based training and automation solutions company has expanded into new markets, taken on new staff and built a new training facility to cope with demand for its specialised work. » Read More

01/11/2021 Torque sensor solves MedTech friction problem A dental laboratory commissioned special-purpose machinery manufacturer, Jonas & Redmann, to design and build a highly automated production cell capable of producing and testing five million mixing nozzles per year. Although the company’s ... » Read More

29/10/2021 Pneumatic conveyor uses ordinary pipe EXAIR’s new 3 NPT Heavy Duty Threaded Line Vac is a powerful in-line conveyor that transports high volumes of material through ordinary pipe. » Read More

28/10/2021 Volvo LX03 wheel loader prototype: the intelligent future of construction? This fully autonomous, battery-electric prototype by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is the first real-world example of a self-learning concept wheel loader with the brains to make decisions, perform tasks, and interact with ... » Read More