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Million pound weighing contract in MalaysiaChronos BTH Limited has secured a plant upgrade contract valued at more than £1million for a fertilizer blending plant in Malaysia. The project will involve upgrading a range of Weigh Belt Feeders that were originally supplied by Richard Simon Limited (RSL) more than fifteen (15) years ago. 
Parker domnick hunter showcases energy and cost saving technologies at Foodex 2010The domnick hunter Industrial Division of Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, will exhibit a selection of its many energy and cost saving solutions at Foodex 2010, the exhibition for the food and drink processing, packaging and retailing industry, held on 21st – 24th March at NEC Birmingham. At this year's show, the company will display a selection of its cost effective nitrogen gas generators that have been designed to increase productivity and profitability in the food and beverage sectors. 
Biotage Raises the Bar in Flash Purification with Technology Dramatically Reducing Solvent Use and Costs up to 60%Biotage, announced the launch of enhanced gradient optimization (GO) technology for their Isolera flash purification product line. This technology can reduce solvent use and cost by 60% or more. 
Low cost seed bagging systemChronos BTH Limited has several bagging systems installed with a leading provider of food, beverage and specialty chemical ingredients. In summer 2009 this company had a requirement for a seed bagging system. 
Diversified Metalforming Specialist Beats The RecessionBruderer UK reports a higher than expected level of business during the recession. Best known for its range of high-speed mechanical presses, the company kept its trading figures in the black throughout 2009. It was thanks in part to the firm's policy over recent years of diversifying into the supply of other metal stamping-related equipment, plus* *rebuild and refurbishment to factory standards of pre-owned machines. 
TRUMPF LASER MAXIMISES UPTIME AT POWELL MANUFACTURINGBradford-based subcontract fabrication specialist Powell Manufacturing has achieved notably impressive 99.68% uptime since installing its latest TruLaser 3040 laser cutting machine from TRUMPF. 
Parker Industrial Division showcases its innovative MIDIGAS nitrogen generator at Gulfood 2010The Industrial Division of Parker Hannifin, will showcase its latest nitrogen gas generator for the food sector at the Gulfood exhibition in Dubai on 21 – 24 February 2010. Industrial nitrogen gas generators provide a cost effective alternative to traditional bottled or bulk storage nitrogen sources in applications such as modified atmosphere packaging, purging, blanketing and pressure transfer. 
SCORPION’S NEW STERLING SERIES FLIES THE FLAG FOR BRITISH ENGINEERINGScorpion Power Systems has introduced a new, top of the range series of British built generators. Called the Sterling Series, the competitively priced standby generators provide an extremely cost effective solution for 'standard package' requirements. Precision Micro launch new approach to MicromachiningThe essence of Laser Evolved Micromachining is the ability to combine laser technology's ultra precision with the scale economies offered by other precision manufacturing processes, namely Advanced Electroforming and Photo Etching. Miniature Rotary Module RM 06They become ever smaller, opening new options in miniaturization for manufacturing and assembly: With the new RM 06 rotary module, SCHUNK adds to the lower end of its range of Gemotec rotary modules, and thus expands its selection of miniaturization products. 
Hidrostal’s Auto Desludger – The Solution For Unmanned SitesToday for water companies it is necessary to automate many tasks on their Sewage Treatment plants. Traditionally the desludging of Primary and Humus tanks has been a manual task but over the years there has been increasing pressure to find an effective and reliable means of automating the process over a 24 hour/7 day/52 week period. As the desludging period will vary from site to site, any such system needs to be flexible, simple in operation with the ability to inform operators when and for how long it will operate. Modular Dock Loading Pods Provide Simple, Modern SolutionSara's dock loading pods provide a modern solution to the problems of optimising warehouse space, and to achieving control of temperature or hygiene during the loading/unloading process. The dock loading pods are complete loading bay enclosures that install directly onto buildings, marshalling warehouse space efficiently. In addition, an insulated housing provides a seal between the pod and vehicle, minimising heat loss, and ensuring hygiene and safety. 
Thermo Fisher Scientific Revolutionizes Pathology Lab Safety with New Three Minute Cold Disinfection for Pathology LaboratoriesThermo Fisher Scientific Inc., announces its revolutionary new cold disinfection feature for laboratory equipment. The patented cold disinfection technology is now standard with the Thermo Scientific Microm HM550 Cryostat series. Technicians in pathology laboratories constantly work with live cells and their equipment is exposed to many infectious tissues, resulting in significant risk to users. Thermo Scientific cold disinfection instantly disinfects the entire cold cryo-chamber in just three minutes, dramatically reducing any risk to laboratory staff. 
Scott Brothers Exhibits Energy-Efficient Range of Portable Coolers at Executive Hire Show 2010Scott Brothers Ltd., will exhibit its energy-efficient range of evaporative air coolers for the second at the Executive Hire Show, Ricoh Arena, Coventry, 3rd – 4th February 2010. 
ACI’s JetBlack Personnel De-Duster Helps Break Dangerous Bad HabitsThey say that in order give up bad habits something positive must be put in their place. So it was at the Whitwell Works of Steetley Dolomite Ltd who quarries and produces magnesium limestone products for the steel, refractory and agricultural industries. 
E2S Spectra trumpet buzzerThe latest addition to the Spectra family of industrial warning devices from E2S is a range of 100 and 110dB trumpet horns designed to provide effective penetrating low frequency buzzer sound. The tone is generated electronically, and all units incorporate a volume control. The Spectra trumpet horns are a low current solution that replaces the traditional electro-mechanical generator; they produce an identical sound with the increased reliability of an all-electronic solution. All models are protected to IP65, are suitable for use in almost any location and are ideal for use in general signalling, industrial automation and safety systems. 
Tube bending innovator wins 'largest-ever all-electric machine' orderUnison has won an order from BAE Systems Surface Ships for a large tube-bending machine to support ongoing projects, including the construction of the Royal Navy's Queen Elizabeth Class Aircraft Carriers. Capable of handling tube and pipe diameters up to 175 mm (~7 inches), the machine is expected to be the largest all-electric tube-bender ever built. Food-grade compressed air for the sweet side of lifeOptimisation of the production processes in the Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co.KG required an improvement in compressed air quality. The problem was clearly defined: Compressed air for the pneumatic handling of cereals, cocoa powder and other primary matters in the production of chocolate had to be in accordance with the strict requirements of the HACCP concept. This concept is a preventive system which ensures the safety of food for consumers. Developed in 1959 in the USA for NASA. Under German law, HACCP became a constituent part of the Food Hygiene Ordinance in 1998. In the EU, it came into effect in 2006, together with the new hygiene regulations package. 
New tooling now available for thin sheet corner formingAll new ACF Multiflex Cornerformers from Shear-Form Machine Tools Ltd are now available with optional tooling to enable corners to be formed using thin mild steel or stainless steel sheet. 
Boeing takes delivery of second Unison all-electric tube bending machine for helicopter manufacturing facilityUnison has supplied a second all-electric tube bending machine to Boeing Integrated Defense Systems. The order for the machine came just two years after Unison delivered the first system. 
MAXIGAS nitrogen generator from Parker domnick hunter delivers major cost saving for RingtonsAn innovative, on-demand MAXIGAS nitrogen gas generation system, manufactured by the Parker domnick hunter Industrial Division of Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, is providing significant cost savings and improvements in operating efficiency at Ringtons, the family owned specialists of high quality teas and coffees. 
Significant energy savings and reduced carbon footprint with Atlas Copco’s new integrated ID 95-285 refrigerant dryerAtlas Copco has introduced the next generation ID95-285 refrigerant dryer integrated across its GA/GA+/GA VSD 37 to 90 kW oil-injected screw compressors range*. The new energy-efficient dryer, operating with R410A refrigerant, sets a global benchmark in performance, ecological footprint and customer value, combining high air quality output with low power consumption. 
Thermo Fisher Scientific UHPLC Enables Enhanced Resolution Separations of Complex Drug MixturesThermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, has issued a new application note to demonstrate superior ultra high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) capabilities for the separation of drugs of abuse in complex drug mixtures. Illustrated in the application note is the advanced ability of the Thermo Scientific Accela UHPLC system to perform efficient, improved resolution separations using a unique quaternary UHP mixing pump. The new application note, entitled A Comparison of Binary and Ternary Gradients Using Stage 1 Illicit Drugs, is available for download via www.thermo.com/accela. 
Moeller Provides An Easy Solution For Mixing InkSmall enough to fit comfortably on a desktop, the new vacuum packaging machine produced by Multi-Mix, an expert in the mixing and packaging of inks for the printing industry, is probably as fast and versatile as the much larger floor standing machines that have traditionally been used for this task. 
Free guide to Ultrasonic Cleaning available for downloadManufacturers wanting to know more about Ultrasonic cleaning, can now find out everything they need to know, in a new free guide published by Technowash ltd. 
New Guardscan GS140 Type 4 Safety Light CurtainsBased on the successful Guardscan B-Series platform, the GS140 provides state of the art features with the added reliability of proven technology. They also conform to EN61508, which defines additional requirements for microprocessor based systems. 
New controls can reduce compressed air costs by 30%Atlas Copco Compressors has introduced the next generation in compressor controls across its oil-injected screw compressors range 11-90 kW GA/GA+/GA VSD. The new Elektronikon graphical display controller and the integrated Energy Saving (ES) Systems ES4/6i, are significant contributors to further increasing compressed air efficiency, resulting in lower operating costs. In addition, free online visualization enables remote monitoring, allowing for anticipation of operating and maintenance needs. 
Compressed air energy efficiency at Knauf InsulationOver the past few years, a multimillion-pound investment at Knauf Insulation's rock mineral wool production facility at Queensferry in North Wales has resulted in all parts of the production line being either replaced or upgraded, including the plant's compressed air system. This £10 million upgrade programme has resulted in a major capacity increase, together with significant advances in material and product development as well as the introduction of new items. 
ACI's Blower Powered ‘Jetblack’ Helps Enhance Safety Practices For Hallmark CardsAt its Bradford factory, Hallmark Cards has introduced blower powered units to replace compressed air for cleaning its card manufacturing machinery. The reason for the switch is to enhance safety practices in line with Health & Safety requirements. Non Intrusive Flow Metering Systems for National GridTwo electrically driven centrifugal compressors, using a variable frequency drive system, are to be installed at National Grid's gas terminal at St Fergus to complement the existing compression facilities. National Grid awarded a contract to design, procure and construct the new compressor units to the joint venture of Land & Marine and IMEG. 
Chemineer’s Spiral Mixing Solution in SaudiA specially designed Helix Mixer (for a 4.4 m diameter, 14m high tank) from Chemineer is on its way from Derby (UK) to a major processing plant in Saudi Arabia, run by one of the world's leading manufacturers of metals, plastics, fertilizers and chemicals. Economic Climate Means Refurbished Cutting Machines Are Attractive OptionIn the current economic climate, many companies are postponing plans to invest in new capital equipment. As a cost effective alternative to new profile cutting machine investment, ESAB Cutting Systems offers a range of fully modernised and refurbished machines that provide performance levels on a par with those of a new machine but at a much lower cost. 
Aerotech’s new PlanarHD air bearing stage provides higher throughput performance at nanometre precisionThe new PlanarHD air bearing stage from Aerotech features several design enhancements for increased throughput in ultra-high precision step-and-settle and scanning applications such as semiconductor processing and emerging MEMS/Nano technologies. The 500 mm x 500 mm travel stage includes larger air bearing surfaces for significantly improved dynamic characteristics as well as higher power linear servo motors on both axes to deliver an impressive specification that includes a 2 m/sec scan velocity and peak acceleration to 5 g - with a positioning resolution of up to 0.25 nanometres, repeatability to 50 nanometres and accuracy to +/- 300 nanometres. 
Atlas Copco’s new certified condensate separator treats stable emulsionAtlas Copco Compressors has launched a new oil-water separator which uses an innovative filtration method to treat stable emulsion and prevent bacterial growth in the compressor condensate. The new OSCi separator can also be integrated into the canopy of most* of Atlas Copco's GA-range of oil-injected screw compressors, conveniently allowing it to be monitored via the compressor's electronic controller. Additionally, the unit has been inspected and certified to international standards by the Deutsche Institut für Bautechnik (DIBt) enabling operators to ensure they meet the appropriate standards relating to the disposal of oil-injected air compressor condensate. 
Enhanced product range from Parker domnick hunter cuts the cost of nitrogenThe domnick hunter Industrial Division of Parker Hannifin has improved its existing range of MIDIGAS nitrogen gas generators. The launch of the enhanced MIDIGAS systems which complement the proven MAXIGAS range, means that the company has the capability to offer nitrogen generators for low to high volume requirements, and can now help customers save costs further, improve their productivity and their profitability. 
2135QPTiMAX 1/2 Titanium ImpactoolIngersoll Rand has released the 2135QPTiMAX, an innovative redesign of the industry-standard 2135QPTi, pneumatic 1/2 square drive Titanium Impactool™, sold worldwide in over 700,000 units. The new 2135QPTiMAX features a 10% power increase, improved control and enhanced reliability. 
Purging systems removes moisture and humidity in tyresBrownell has developed a high pressure purging system that removes moisture and reduces the humidity within tyres to a known dryness condition. The use of nitrogen as a preferred dry gas for tyre inflation is growing as the advantages are being understood. 
Aquamatic’s Wastewater Samplers prove their worth for Black & Veatch in AjmanIn Ajman, part of the United Arab Emirates, MCERTS-approved Wastewater Samplers from Manchester based Aquamatic are demonstrating their capability and reliability in extreme temperatures. 
Low cost and mobile fine filtrationWith sky-rocketing energy prices increasing manufacturing costs, every small saving in basic 'housekeeping' is important. With its latest introduction Master Chemical Europe makes a valuable contribution by helping the manufacturer get the best return on cutting oil. Its new Clean Tower oil filtration system is designed to reduce oil consumption by improving its condition to maximise productivity and working life. 
High Pressure Stainless Steel Manways Available from Blue DiamondThe complete range of high pressure stainless steel Memtech Manways is now available from Blue Diamond, the Southampton based engineering component manufacturer and distributor. Manways are usually welded onto a stainless steel tank to provide access. When the tanks are being used for chemical/food applications, the contents may need to be maintained under pressure to speed delivery. Any access points must therefore be capable of withstanding this pressure. New KMT 6200 Bar Ultra High-pressure Waterjet Cutting TechnologyKMT Waterjet Systems has introduced the new PRO series of High-Pressure waterjet cutting products. With achievable cutting pressures of up to 6,200 bar, representing an increase of over 50% compared with conventional 4000bar pressures, the new products will appeal particularly to companies looking to cut larger thick metal profiles. 
No streaking as Chemineer’s mixers enhance Polyflor’s top quality flooringKMX static mixers from Chemineer are helping enhance the manufacturing process and quality of finished product for one of the leading international suppliers of flooring. M3 Plasma Now Features Multiple Plasma Cutting And MarkingESAB Cutting Systems' highly versatile m3 plasma cutting machine now provides the facility to both cut and mark material with the same plasma torch, offering higher productivity levels from a simple-to-use system. Users can now carry out high speed , low cost standard plasma cutting, precision cutting and marking, or just thick plate cutting - all with the a single plasma torch. 
Industrial Movement Solution Helps LCE Out Of A Tight HoleWhen high-tech logistics company, LCE UK Ltd, was faced with the problem of moving a large cyclotron through a narrow entrance and into a small room at the Royal Preston Hospital in Lancashire, British Turntable's industrial division provided the solution by supplying a manual bearing that would turn the equipment on its own axis to the right orientation for installation. Used in conjunction with a set of Jung jacks, the bearing made light work of turning the 22 tonne machine. 
Atlas Copco Compressors is first to offer PET bottle blowers 100% oil-free airAtlas Copco has announced that its ZD high pressure compressors are the first in the world to offer PET packaging production the security of 100% certified oil-free air with a Class 0 certification. Risk of any contamination by oil is effectively eliminated during PET bottle blowing for the bottled water, soft drinks, fruit juice and beverage industry. 
E2S Hootronic improves productivity at the Port of FelixstoweThe new E2S Hootronic has been successfully trialled at the Port of Felixstowe, where the cranes cannot operate without a functioning warning device. The port's cranes currently use traditional electro-mechanical hooters, which have several moving parts and are prone to mechanical failure. In the trial, hooters have been replaced by the electronic Hootronic, which overcomes this problem by having no moving parts, eliminating downtime and increasing productivity. The Port of Felixstowe is now enjoying the benefits of replacing failed traditional electro-mechanical hooters with the new Hootronic. 
Compact high flow water filters reduce system needs and costsThe new 3M CUNO High Flow Filtration System has been designed to combine greater water flow rates with optimised performance. It has a compact filter and housing design that reduces costs by minimising system requirements whilst simplifying cartridge installation and removal. Versatile Plasma Cutting System Deemed Better Value For Money Than LaserNC Engineering manufactures a wide range of agricultural and construction machinery, including dump trucks and dump trailers, low loaders, slurry tankers and road sweepers. As part of a recent investment in new facilities in Richhill, Co Armagh, the company has purchased an ESAB SUPRAREX SXE-P1 high-precision cutting system, complete with a plasma unit, fume extraction table and Columbus CNC software. This is providing many benefits in terms of improved product quality, higher productivity and less rework. 
2115QTiMAX & 2125QTiMAXIngersoll Rand has released the 2115QTiMAX and 2125QTiMAX, new 3/8 and 1/2 square drive Mini Titanium Impactools. They deliver the market best power-to-size and power-to-weight ratios in their class for less operator fatigue. Following in the tradition of the 2135QTiMAX, the market-leading 1/2 Impactool, the new tools feature best-in-class performance, lowest weight, unmatched control and are now backed by a 2-year limited warranty. 
Hydropath Exhibits ClearWELLT at Aquatech 2008Hydropath will be exhibiting its latest custom designed ClearWELL water conditioning unit on stand 07.614 at this year's Aquatech in Amsterdam. Following a successful 18-month trial across 13 companies and 30 sites, costing over $1million, Weatherford International Ltd. now own exclusive license to use ClearWELL technology in the oil industry. 
SKF’s ‘system approach’ increases industrial fan performanceSKF's fan upgrade solutions offers a "systems approach" to fan maintenance and reliability that will help industrial facilities increase fan performance while decreasing maintenance and downtime. Furthermore, fans that are optimally installed, balanced and aligned will consume less energy, which over the lifetime of the fan can be quite considerable. Reversible Homogenizer provides Bubble-Free In-Tank Atmospheric DeaerationThe Greerco Reversible Homogenizer from Chemineer can produce high quality shampoos, gels, creams, and lotions – without the need for vacuum processing vessels or in-line vacuum deaeration devices. 
SKF lifting columns help push or pull heavy loadsSKF has launched a powerful lifting column that combines compact dimensions with the ability to support loads of up to 2500N. The Telemag TFG is ideal for vertical push or pull applications, thanks to its stiff aluminium profiles and precision glide pads, which enable it to lift off-centre loads without bending. 
Aluminium Structural Framing from Bosch RexrothSpace elevator. It sounds like something from a science fiction novel, but in fact it is a very real structure proposed by very real scientists, engineers, and space enthusiasts. Kevin Gingerich gives details of the task in hand and how Bosch Rexroth's innovative technology is helping it become reality. 
EUROSYSTEM ALU the light-weight solution to move heavy loadsVERLINDE is now proposing modular structures in aluminium to create tailor-made handling systems for loads ranging from 500 to 2,000 Kg. Full ranges of profiles, trolleys and fastening devices enabling several thousands of solutions to be created from standard elements. Easy and quick to assemble, the EUROSYSTEM ALU handling systems are 50% lighter than their equivalents in steel profiles, regardless of whether simple rail equipment, single-girder cranes or double-girder cranes are concerned. 
Employee Approved Safe And Easy Personnel De-DustingWavin, a leading manufacturer of plastics pipe and ducting for the water and building industries has recently installed a safe and efficient method for personnel de-dusting at its factory in Durham that has proven popular with its employees. Dust Extraction Solution For Materials TesterA dust extraction system has been developed by Lloyd Instruments for its LR50KPlus (50 kN) twin column universal materials testing machine. The system overcomes problems resulting either from the use of dusty samples or dust and small particulates produced during the testing process. The solution can also be adapted for other twin column material test machines from the Lloyd Instruments range. 
New Adiabatic Water CoolerCarter Environmental Engineers have launched a new Adiabatic Water Cooler, which has significant cost, water-reduction and health & safety benefits over traditional cooling towers, including a zero risk of Legionella. 
Trends in mobile hydraulics at a glanceEnvironmental impact, energy, function and cost: The four hottest topics in the lift truck market are the main focus of Rexroth's trade fair exhibition at this year's CeMAT. Visitors to the stand will find out the latest developments and trends in mobile hydraulics through four separate focus areas – each 'cube' representing the four important market drivers. 
Aerotech launch sealed version of AGS series X-Y gantry systemAerotech has introduced a sealed version of its AGS series linear motor driven, X-Y gantry system. The innovative design is aimed at applications where process produced debris or environmental conditions may inhibit performance of bearings and linear motors or compromise sensitive measuring components. The complete system would typically include all drive and control electronics, cable management and customer supplied services, granite or composite machine base, and operator interface. 
Parker TriGas boosts profitability by eliminating gas cylindersThe Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has launched an integrated LC/MS gas generation system, developed to increase user profitability by eliminating the need for costly and inconvenient gas cylinders. The visually integrated and functionally modular SOURCE-LCMS-5000 produces high purity nitrogen, zero air and exhaust pump gases for all Applied Biosystems – MDS Sciex LC/MS/MS instruments. 
Flexibile Reciprocating Nozzles Ensure Effective Drying/Cleaning Without DamageA new drying/cleaning technique designed for conveyorised/continuous applications that demand vigorous air movement action has been introduced by Air Control Industries of Chard. It is particularly appropriate where product might be vulnerable to contact or surface damage. Serapid's patented Rigid Chain Technology used for vertical and horizontal transfer of loadsFor over 30 years, Serapid has specialized in the vertical and horizontal movement of loads. At the core of their technology is the principle of the Rigid Chain - a chain consisting of links interlocking under a load and working like a rigid bar. 
Nitrogen tyre technology from Parker cuts CV operating costsThe Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has launched the latest version of its innovative self-contained nitrogen generation system. Called TyreSaver, the system enables the air used to inflate vehicle tyres to be replaced with nitrogen, helping commercial vehicle operators to extend both tyre life and vehicle safety, while reducing the overall costs of maintenance. 
KwikMark Surface Marker from Dispense Works Inc.The KwikMark is a machine designed to permanently mark a wide range of materials from hardened steel to glass; ideal for heavy construction and delicate medical materials. 
Putting Safety FirstIn today's increasingly demanding market, when margins are constantly squeezed tighter and tighter, tipper operators understand the importance of carrying the maximum payload possible for increased productivity, while still maintaining optimum safety levels. For years, Edbro users have taken for granted the renowned reliability and safety of this world-class equipment. However, the Bolton-based manufacturer has never allowed the importance of operator safety to slip from the agenda. 
Well known Scottish operator Paterson’s sticks with Edbro RK ejectors after years of reliable performancePaterson's are a well known Scottish quarrying and waste management group operating in the Scottish Central Belt. As well as quarries and waste, the company's activities include concrete products, coach-building and engineering services. 
Butters AMT offers seven year warranty on its single- and three-phase professional MIG products.Throughout 2007, Butters AMT, the UK-based designer and manufacturer of professional and cost-effective welding equipment, will be offering seven years' warranty on key components within its single- and three-phase professional MIG welding tools. 
Butters AMT introduces its FUSOR range of multi-process welding machinesButters AMT has introduced its FUSOR range of multi-process welding machines. This range launches with four extremely versatile machines, all of which are ideal for use in a variety of industrial sectors including automotive, agriculture, transportation (trains, HGVs…), marine, construction, power generation and petrochechemical. They are also ideal for applications where certain welding technologies may be prohibited due to EMI. |
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