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To meet new requirements, Airchannel has installed a new CompAir L132 SR Rotary screw compressor at leading technical glassware producer, Potters Ballotini, part of the global Potters Industries group.

As the world leader in glass bead impact technology, Potters is continually developing and refining its manufacturing procedures to ensure consistently high quality glass spheres, which are tested to conform to every market specification.

To ensure customers can immediately comply with current regulations, Airchannel, the UK’s leading independent compressed air specialist, is providing an integrated Written Scheme of Examination (WSE) as part of its complete service.

On installation of a new compressed air system or new equipment being added to an existing installation, users are required to have a WSE in accordance with Regulation 8 of the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations, SI 2000 No. 128, before the system can be legally operated.

Valveforce launched a new range of compact steam trap set stations to provide easy to maintain cost effective solutions to help Maintenance Engineers work quicker and more efficiently on their steam trap sets.

At the core of the Trap-Eeze station is the MK 45 steam trap which features a hastalloy sensing element which ensures NO loss of live steam and incorporates a two bolt fixing of the cover which provides quick in line access to the trap element and ensures a low maintenance requirement.

Medieval big castles require constant upkeep and attention to detail. Unlike Hogwart’s Castle in Harry Potter novels, plumbing systems are not magically repaired with the swish of a wand and complicated computerized central air and heating systems are amenities required by even the most steadfast historian or luddite.

Hence, when John Summers took the helm as head of support services at Leeds Castle, an English medieval castle in Kent dating back to the 12th century, he knew that effective facilities management would be a daunting, but necessary undertaking. While it withstood catapults and battering rams in the time of Edward the First, today’s threats are of a more mundane nature. Corrosion, erosion and contamination aren’t lethal but just as capable of shutting it down. The castle is currently used as a conference and tourist centre.

We introduce our 'unique' Explosion Proof Mobile Dust Extraction unit which is 'LEGALLY' certified ATEX Zone 21 and Zone 1 (Gas/Dust). Constructed in Stainless Steel (other materials available), it is the only Mobile unit available with this certification. Ideal for Pharmaceutical/Medical, Food industries as it has full HEPA filtration and is cleanroom compatible.

Suitable with:

•    3 metre long 304 grade S/S dust extraction arm
•    2500m3/hr centrifugal fan with 1.5kw EExd II B T5 Motor
•    9m2 multi pocket, anti static, polyester needlefelt bag filter
•    Automatic filter cleaning by timed shaker with 0.55kw EExd II B T5 Motor
•    Secondary HEPA filtration
•    Dust collection bin
•    Electrical control panel requireing 415v 3ph supply
•    304 grade S/S construction

We introduce our 'unique' Explosion Proof Mobile Dust Extraction unit which is 'LEGALLY' certified ATEX Zone 21 and Zone 1 (Gas/Dust). Constructed in Stainless Steel (other materials available), it is the only Mobile unit available with this certification. Ideal for Pharmaceutical/Medical, Food industries as it has full HEPA filtration and is cleanroom compatible.

Suitable with:

•    3 metre long 304 grade S/S dust extraction arm
•    2500m3/hr centrifugal fan with 1.5kw EExd II B T5 Motor
•    9m2 multi pocket, anti static, polyester needlefelt bag filter
•    Automatic filter cleaning by timed shaker with 0.55kw EExd II B T5 Motor
•    Secondary HEPA filtration
•    Dust collection bin
•    Electrical control panel requireing 415v 3ph supply
•    304 grade S/S construction

ARC Technologies, is the authorised distributor for ‘Tiger-Vac’ ATEX rated Industrial Vacuum Cleaner Systems for wet or dry recovery. ’ LEGALLY’ Certified for hazardous locations:  Fuel, metal dust, pharmaceutical powder, shooting ranges, flour mills, carbon black, nuclear, etc.

These vacuum cleaner systems are certified for explosion proof / ignition proof hazardous locations by an independent lab and can be used to vacuum up flammable and explosive materials. Qualified for categories 1, 2, & 3 as defined in the ATEX directive 94 / 9 /EC.

ARC Technologies, is the authorised distributor for ‘Tiger-Vac’ ATEX rated Industrial Vacuum Cleaner Systems for wet or dry recovery. ’ LEGALLY’ Certified for hazardous locations:  Fuel, metal dust, pharmaceutical powder, shooting ranges, flour mills, carbon black, nuclear, etc.

These vacuum cleaner systems are certified for explosion proof / ignition proof hazardous locations by an independent lab and can be used to vacuum up flammable and explosive materials. Qualified for categories 1, 2, & 3 as defined in the ATEX directive 94 / 9 /EC.

BEKO Technologies UK service department has recently won the contract to validate compressed air quality on all co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM’s) at a major aerospace company in Derby.

CMM’s are used to accurately measure manufactured components, vital in an industry such as aero-engines.

Each CMM is protected by a membrane or adsorption dryer, and the new contract involves regular site visits to check and service the dryers and ensure the CMM’s are given the very best quality of compressed air, which is vital for their accurate and reliable function. A complete air quality test is made on each CMM and a report issued to the customer.

BEKO Technologies is further extending its product range by launching their first e-learning course - “The Basics of Compressed Air Technology”. This innovative course is now available to all customers and partners, giving them the chance to share and benefit from BEKO’s vast experience in compressed air.

The course “Basics of Compressed Air Technology” gives an insight into compressed air from the end users point of view.