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WEG launches new SSW900 soft starter series

nov dec 17 12WEG launches new SSW900 soft starter series

The high-performance soft starters provide gentle starting and stopping of three-phase induction motors along with comprehensive motor protection.

WEG, a leading global manufacturer of motor and drive technology, has recently launched the SSW900 series of soft starters. These compact soft starters, which replace the current SSW06 soft starter series, are designed for industrial and commercial applications. (Read More)

Hoists Deliver Special Performance Throughout Industry

nov dec 17 11Hoists Deliver Special Performance Throughout Industry

The robust nature of Profi TI series air hoists from J D Neuhaus (JDN) ensures their suitability for a whole host of general industrial applications.

JDN’s Profi TI series is extensive, but models from TI 3 to TI 25 (providing 3 to 25 tonne lift/load capacity) are ideal for general purpose use, even in continuous working processes. These units can be outfitted with many accessories to meet end user needs. Some of these accessories are various control (Read More) 

Midlands based ATEX lighting manufacturer that is proud to support UK Industry, with genuine benefits for customers around the world.

nov dec 17 10Midlands based ATEX lighting manufacturer that is proud to support UK Industry, with genuine benefits for customers around the world.

Petrel Ltd is a UK manufacturer of Lighting and Control Equipment for use in hazardous area applications.

The Petrel business operates in accordance with the ATEX directive which defines the mandatory requirements for manufacturers and users of all hazardous area equipment sold in (but not restricted to) the European Union which must have applicable (Read More)

Software Specialist Arnlea Lands Contracts With Operators

nov dec 17 9Software Specialist Arnlea Lands Contracts With Operators

Arnlea, an established oil and gas asset management software business, has secured contracts with two operators.

Aberdeen-based Arnlea has signed an agreement with Chevron for the deployment of Intrinsix Ex, Arnlea’s mobile software inspection and maintenance product used in hazardous areas, across five of the operator’s North Sea assets. (Read More)

Thermal Imaging Cameras From Micro-Epsilon Measure Temperature Profile Of Revolutionary Lontra Air Compressor

nov dec 17 8Thermal Imaging Cameras From Micro-Epsilon Measure Temperature Profile Of Revolutionary Lontra Air Compressor

A UK-based engineering firm is using thermal imaging cameras from Micro-Epsilon to accurately measure the temperature profile of its revolutionary new air compressor, which is already attracting worldwide attention due to its energy saving capabilities.

Based in Napton, Warwickshire, Lontra is an innovative engineering company that delivers revolutionary new air (Read More) 

Download New Rate Totaliser Application Guide

nov dec 17 7Download New Rate Totaliser Application Guide

This new application guide from BEKA associates is intended to aid the selection of the most suitable pulse input rate totaliser from the extensive range of models manufactured by BEKA in the UK.

It contains a brief review of pulse output flowmeters and the associated terminology, including an explanation of what the number of flowmeter output pulses and their frequency mean. (Read More)

UAV Technology Evolves To Meet Energy Sector Challenges

nov dec 17 6UAV Technology Evolves To Meet Energy Sector Challenges

Over recent years, and on- and off-shore, UAV technology has transformed everything from surveying to maintenance regimes and decom work, adding greater commercial value and engineering accuracy.

The UAV inspection method avoids the need for rope-access and associated costly shutdowns, saving time and money as well as removing the risks of working at height. (Read More) 

British Safety Council responds to the Stevenson-Farmer review into workplace mental health

nov dec 17 5British Safety Council responds to the Stevenson-Farmer review into workplace mental health

The British Safety Council has responded to the recommendations of the review into workplace mental health, commissioned by the Prime Minister on 9 January 2017 and led by Paul Farmer, chief executive of Mind, and Dennis Stevenson. They were published today in the report Thriving at Work. (Read More)

ION SCIENCE COMPLETES MOVE INTO NEW PURPOSE-BUILT £4.5 MILLION FACILITY

nov dec 17 4ION SCIENCE COMPLETES MOVE INTO NEW PURPOSE-BUILT £4.5 MILLION FACILITY

Gas detection instrumentation specialist’s ultra-modern plant is open and geared to meet ambitious global growth plans for advanced VOC monitors

Ion Science (www.ionscience.com) – leading manufacturer of high performance gas detection instrumentation and sensors for global occupational health and environmental monitoring applications – has completed the move into its new state-of-the-art (Read More) 

BNL Joins Initiative To Protect The Environment From Plastics Pollution

nov dec 17 3BNL Joins Initiative To Protect The Environment From Plastics Pollution

As a plastic processor, BNL has been committed to safeguarding the environment through adherence to BSI 14001 standards for many years.

To further strengthen these safeguards, BNL is joining the British Plastics Federation in OPERATION CLEAN SWEEP® (OCS), an international program designed to prevent resin pellet loss and help keep pellets out of the marine environment. (Read More)