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Tel: 0121 550 2086 – www.industrialprocessnews.co.uk – April/May – Issue 683
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Contents:
DD ScientificSee them on page ..........6
Energy PumpsSee them on page ..........7
Digi Europe LtdSee them on page ..........4
Filtration Company of the Year ..................................3
Weigh Labelling Company of the Month ....................4
Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 19 Review Top 40 ..........................9-14
Robotic Systems Company of the Month ..................15
Solenoid Valve Specialists of the Year ......................24
The movement towards and development of Internet of things technology has already
considerably improved many organisations ability to manage their assets better. As organisations continue to develop themselves in their given field their ability to monitor their given field their ability to monitor their assets needs to remain agile to meet ongoing change.
The way in which we get data and information from our assets must continue to provide rapid solutions and even swifter responses ensuring proactive rather than reactive intervention. Whatever your asset is however, machinery to man power, the ability to get them working as efficiently and effectively as possible is crucial to success.
To keep up with the rapid changes and requirements of any business the way we access internet of things must move forward to. It is no longer sufficient for most businesses to rely on mains powered, large data logging units that aren’t
easily transferrable and often lead to questions around costs to deploy. Development of battery powered, cost effective, cellular devices providing flexibility and agility must be addressed to answer these requirements.
Many of our clients require solutions that help them manage their assets over large locational areas or with assets that are in difficult places to reach once deployed. The challenge is to allow insight remotely whilst management remains local, deploying their people effectively and safely to resolve any issues. Development of Bluetooth
(BLE) within remote monitoring units is a vital development in allowing field asset communication.
As we are currently working closely with the water industry, the intricate and vast pipe networks require a smart approach to monitoring and reacting. Typically to access certain points of the network it involves disrupting traffic whilst you protect
your people who manually have to take readings. Via IoT devices and BLE this same gathering of data could be done in seconds with no need to intervene unless anomalies are detected. Cutting time on investigative work and being able to deploy key people in the right location at the right time gaining huge business savings as well as having the collation of ongoing data. This example can be transferred to numerous industries with numerous assets.
The powerful insight of data manipulation and analysis can develop the ability to work on a greater understanding and predictive modelling that can maintain an organisation at the forefront of their industry. The art of effective analysis comes down to the ability to acquire quality data.
The data is the foundation to realising many aspirations around insight and knowledge that most organisations require for their future strategies. Of course, IIoT requires investment, but investment in the foundations can only lead to a strong base to build upon.
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• Over 2,300 machines are now operating in a wide range of industries and applications throughout the UK.
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Eight wastes identification checklistThe eight wastes identification checklist from Mettler
Toledo is a template to support laboratory managers to carry out an efficiency audit of their lab. This checklist provides a simple way to measure the current status for any sized lab, and can be tailored to individual requirements.
Previously ‘The Typical 8 wastes in the laboratory’ guide introduced an explanation of these 8 wastes, with typical laboratory examples, and recommendations for how to reduce or eliminate waste in these situations.
The latest identification checklist takes it one step further by providing a template to measure the efficiency of a specific laboratory based on the occurrence of waste in the workflows.
This checklist is organised into 8 sections, based on the 8 wastes from Lean principles. It consists of a series of criteria with recommended target values that should be met. Based on the entries recorded during the audit a total score is calculated with a maximum of 33. Any scored below 20 shows significant potential for improvement.
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Industrial Process News is proud to announce that Walker Filtration Ltd has been chosen to receive our Filtration Company of the Year
Award, for the expert design and manufacture of original equipment for compressed air and gas filtration and drying processes.
Walker Filtration Ltd was established by Brian Walker in May 1983 in his garage in Washington, Tyne and Wear. 35 years later, the company now employs over 300 people in four continents, with their head office and manufacturing facilities still based in Washington, where it all began. Further to this, they have divisions in Japan, Australia, and the USA which support the distribution of their products to over 100 countries across the globe.
As a market leader in compressed air and gas filtration, Walker Filtration Ltd manufactures 2.2 million parts to produce over 10,000 unique products. As well as manufacturing Walker Filtration branded products, they also supply to selected distributors around the world. Using their Original Equipment Manufacturing and Original Design Manufacturing services, Walker Filtration Ltd works with market leading vacuum pump and compressor manufacturers in order to provide custom-built compressed air filtration and vacuum solutions.
“Whether our customers require high quality, reliable and economical replacement elements, or a unique custom-built solution tailored to their needs, we will work with them to deliver a solution,” says Sean Fairest, General Manager.
Their unparalleled specialist knowledge in the design, development and manufacture of high-quality compressed air filtration and drying solutions is highly beneficial for an extensive range of industrial and medical markets. Walker Filtration Ltd’s products can be found purifying air in compressor and vacuum pump installations for numerous applications, including industrial, food and beverage, automotive, mining, dental and medical, and pharmaceutical.
With 35 years of experience, Walker Filtration Ltd’s products are renowned for their outstanding reliability and ease of use. This is a testament to the company’s research and design capabilities, boasting a world-class reputation for designing, developing and manufacturing products with exceptional technical performance. “Our values have helped us to remain at the forefront of the filtration industry and are fundamental to our continued success,” says Sean. “We place great value on our relationships with both customers and suppliers, and we are trusted partners of choice for our OEM clients, distributors and end users around the world.”
Recently, Walker Filtration Ltd has launched two new ranges of compressed air, gas and vacuum filters. One of these is the PRO XF, a revolutionary range of compressed air and gas filters which offer a compact and modular alternative to traditional
fabricated flanged filter vessels. The filters are up to 65% lighter and 45% smaller than comparative fabricated models, and they are ideal for use in multi-compressor installations and skid-based packages where space is a priority.
Their other new product range includes a comprehensive range of Medical Vacuum filters. These are specifically designed for use in critical medical applications to remove liquid, solid and bacterial contamination in vacuum systems. These filters are essential for avoiding damage to vacuum pumps and preventing potentially hazardous biological contagions from being dispersed into the surrounding
environment. Walker Filtration Ltd’s Medical Vacuum range can be found in hospitals across the world and are built with patient and customer safety in mind. What’s more, they are third party tested and validated to international standards including HTM 02-01, NFPA 99, and ISO 7396-1.
Walker Filtration Ltd mainly serves customers in the international market, with 89% of their manufactured products exported to other
countries. With customers ranging from multi-national vacuum pump and compressor manufacturers, to distributors in medical and industrial markets, Walker Filtration Ltd are clear global leaders in the manufacture and supply of filtration products.
Their mission is to remain at the forefront of the filtration industry, while continuously developing new technologies, processes and solutions. Targeting the international market, they are dedicated to providing market leading technical expertise, well-engineered products, and excellent levels of customer service.
“The past 12 months have been successful for Walker Filtration with the company reporting a growth of 8% in the financial year ending 2018 and a growth of 33% over three years,” Sean told us. “Due to continued success in international markets, this growth is expected to accelerate with a dramatic upturn experienced in the first quarter of 2019. Sales have exceeded forecasts and revenue growth has been generated by the
company’s international success, with exports
from our Washington-based site accounting for 89% of total sales.”
Looking to the future, Walker Filtration Ltd is planning to significantly increase revenue in the next three years, through expansion of their product portfolio and entry into new markets. In order to deliver this growth, the company are continually investing in the development of an engaged, skilled and empowered workforce. Furthermore, they are undertaking a comprehensive capital expenditure programme to improve their processes, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities.
“The company is delighted to be selected for the Filtration Company of the Year Award, and to be recognised by an influential industry publication,” says Sean. Walker Filtration Ltd is also a five-time winner of the Queen’s Award, where they have been commended for their international trade and innovation. What’s more, they recently received a North East Business ‘Manufacturing’ Award, in recognition of their manufacturing excellence in the region.
Walker Filtration Ltd is unequivocally a world leader in the filtration sector, and their commitment to the development of new products places them at the forefront of innovation in their field. If you would like to find out more information, head to their website or use the contact details below.
T 0191 417 [email protected]
Filtration Company of the Year
World-leading filtration experts
(L-R) Simon Wise, Chief Technical Officer, Sean Fairest, Group General Manager, Sally Robinson, Chief Financial Officer and Lisa Davies, Group HR Lead accept the Company of the Year Award
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Weigh Labelling Company of the Month
Industrial Process News is proud to announce that DIGI Europe Ltd has been selected as our Weigh Labelling Company
of the Month. Established in 1989, they are the wholly owned UK subsidiary of Teraoka Seiko, which has been running since 1925.
Based in Haverhill, Suffolk, DIGI Europe Ltd are market leaders in the development and supply of advanced industrial weigh price labelling equipment for industry and retail. Working with a range of sectors, they supply equipment for red meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, dairy, bakeries and ready meals. They have been at the forefront of weigh price labelling technology for 30 years, and their superior products are used by numerous of the world’s leading food processing and distribution companies. With a wide selection of products, DIGI Europe Ltd offers comprehensive solutions for a plethora of weigh labelling requirements.
We spoke to Victoria McKenna, Pre Sales and Marketing Coordinator, about what makes DIGI Europe Ltd stand out among its competitors. “Essentially, we are professionals in our field. We specialise on weigh price labelling equipment for the world’s food production facilities, which means we have a focused expertise in the food industry and the market area of our customers.
Through years of experience and discernment, we are able to offer advanced technology that is continuously being developed to keep up with the demanding market requirements, and in doing so means we can keep a step ahead of our competitors.”
DIGI Europe Ltd always aims to maintain a presence at various trade shows, and will be attending the IFFA exhibition in Frankfurt, between the 4th and 9th of May. IFFA is the
leading international trade fair for the meat industry and this year, DIGI Europe Ltd will be revealing three new and updated products.
The exhibition will help to get their new machines out and in front of potential customers, offering a middle ground to show people their recently developed technology. They also usually meet with other subsidiaries of the DIGI group from around the world, who often bring their customer base with them. This means DIGI Europe Ltd can promote their new machines to an extensive range of potential customers. What’s more, they can bring along their retail machines with them as well, offering a crossover of industrial and retail solutions that customers might not have access to or be aware of outside of the exhibition.
These machines are new versions of the HI-700, MI-700 and LI-700D standard machines. The HI-700 is a high speed dynamic weigh price labeller, offering flexible label handling for increased production line efficiency. The PC-based machine allows easy integration with the user’s existing machines and networking, and the dynamic weighing and high speed
labeller offer up to 120pmm, which increases productivity. The colour touch screen allows easy and quick programming and PLU selection, and the machine has a quick release conveyor system. With fast application, the labeller has a large label roll diameter and a 300dpi thermal print head.
The MI-700 is an automatic single frame weigh price labeller, with similar benefits to the HI-700 including a colour touch screen, quick release conveyor system and a 300dpi thermal print head. In addition to these, it can produce packs up to 80ppm and comes in a compact design, so its single frame can be fitted into a production line where line length is limited.
What’s more, it can be combined with a sleever/C’wrap type machine; the unique software and hardware communication package combined with the ease of a multi pin connection means the combining of these machines is a trusted and reliable process.
Finally, the LI-700D is an entry level dynamic weigh price labeller, offering a single framed module design and a three-conveyor machine. It is PC-based like the HI-700 and MI-700 machines, and due to its compact design, it can be fitted into production lines with limited line
space. Offering line speeds of up to 65ppm, its classic labeller is flexible with a choice of thermal head sizes and label applicators.
The new versions of these machines, which will be revealed at the IFFA show in May, offer higher speeds and more efficient technology. The HI-700 HS, MI-700 MS, and LI-700D LS are updated, stainless steel machines, providing adjustable conveyors for a smoother transition and in doing so will assist with accurate label placement on every pack. These new and improved devices are streamlined to offer precision when labelling items. In addition to these machines, DIGI Europe Ltd will also be showing their DPS800 manual weigh price labeller at IFFA, an established popular machine with their customers.
Recently they moved into supplying retail equipment as well as industrial, and this venture has led to DIGI Europe Ltd’s technology being used in numerous high-end stores. Indeed, this retail technology has taken off just as quickly as their industrial machines, meaning their customer base is constantly expanding.
“Because we are taking on even more customers, we are now expanding our team, as well as our premises to cater for the increasing demand. Every department at DIGI is growing, and we are placing a lot importance on all staff members within the company, by offering extra training to nurture the skills and experience we already have in the team.”
It is clear that DIGI Europe Ltd is an established expert in weigh price labelling equipment, offering specialised knowledge and experience to provide industry and retail with the most appropriate solutions for their requirements. If you would like to find out more information about DIGI Europe Ltd’s products, head to their website or use the contact details below.
T 01440 [email protected]
Weigh price labelling specialists
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Inventory Solutions Company of the Year
Lab Innovations Review Top 10
Edinburgh Instruments has recently announced the
launch of a new DS5 Dual Beam UV-Vis Spectrophotometer to be manufactured in Scotland at their European headquarters, manufacturing base and research and development centre.
A high performance dual beam instrument, the DS5 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is suitable for many analytical applications where accuracy and precision measurements are key to results.
Utilising a dual lamp and Czerny-Turner configuration monochromator, the DS5 features a compact, reliable and high throughput optical system which ensures impressive spectral performance. Additional benefits include stray light, baseline flatness, wavelength and photometric accuracy and reproducibility.
With a compact footprint, it
maximises available bench space in the laboratory and provides a modern user-friendly and accurate spectrophotometer for a wide range of sample types and measurements.
Allan Mackenzie, Product Manager says “the DS5 was introduced to fill the gap for those looking for a high quality, robust and modern UV-Vis spectrophotometer.
Manufactured with pride in the UK with our team of in-house engineers and spectroscopy experts, the DS5 sets a new standard for benchtop UV-Vis measurements.”
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DS5 Dual Beam UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Industrial Process News is pleased to select SupplyPoint as our chosen Inventory Solutions Company of the Year; SupplyPoint manufacture
an extensive range of highly innovative products and services that offer businesses opportunities to streamline their operations.
Established in 1998 and boasting over two decades of experience – SupplyPoint are a global company established in nine locations across the world. Establishing offices far and wide is not only a testament to the impressive expansion of the business, but also allows the SupplyPoint highly qualified support team to provide post-sale support to customers – no matter
where they are. SupplyPoint clearly have a winning formula, and they’re not afraid to share it; their successes can be clearly traced back to their continued emphasis on innovation and their continued investment in product development and geographical expansion. The SupplyPoint comprehensive range of both hardware and software are suitable for application in a wide range of industry sectors, with the industry leaders’ highly qualified team able to tailor solutions to a customer’s specific needs. SupplyPoint’s ability to tailor solutions typifies their continued drive to provide the best possible offering to clients and deliver exceptional customer value.
One of SupplyPoint’s newest products is the ModuloGen2, a high capacity machine incorporating award winning technology, with draw-based technology in a small footprint. The base unit is constructed using robust steel, while the drawers are stiff and distortion free, ensuring the smooth running of the machine for years to come. Telescopic, ‘progressive draw’ mechanisms are utilised for the drawers and allow for the maximum
use of available space, with drawer handles being ergonomically designed so they can be gripped from above or below. The ModuloGen2 is both flexible and easy to reconfigure and powered by SupplyPoint software.
Another popular solution is the Mini Modulo. Whilst it is a desk-top unit it is a very effective inventory management solution, combining highly secure draw compartments with flexible levels of security. The SupplyPoint product range expands to include the following solutions: the ECTC (Electronically Controlled Tool Cabinet), 28 Level, Rotopoint, Clear Front Locker, Steel Front Locker, BinSense, and the LID. SupplyPoint also offers additional subscription based software services for its solutions: WebSync – a cloud based portal allowing the remote management of the solutions; and EndPoint Management – A cloud based,
security, compliance and support service. Each point of use machine can operate on either on a LAN network or connected to their secure cloud network.
SupplyPoint supply their solutions to a diverse range of sectors, most often for maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), personal protection equipment (PPE) and cutting tools. The application of these solutions can be tailored for use in many industries such as: aerospace, maintenance and workshops, laboratory and medical, office supplies, rail, industrial manufacturing, government, process industries, and the automotive industry and more – Practically wherever there is inventory, there is a need to keep it secure and to maximise the efficiency of its use. The installation and use of SupplyPoint inventory solutions will maximise efficiency in the workplace, and also save an organisation between 25-40 per cent in fast moving consumable items, depending on the type of organisation and their usage.
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Global leaders in intelligent inventory solutions
The SupplyPoint Team accept the Company of the Year Award
Lab Innovations 2018 proved to be one of the best yet, hosting a record breaking 3,113 visitors. Held
at the NEC in Birmingham, across two days on the 31st October and 1st November 2018, Lab Innovations showcased the latest products and services in the Laboratory industry.
Attendees had the chance to experience new product launches from companies in multiple sectors.
There was something for everyone at the show, with various networking opportunities available thanks to the wide range of industries involved in the show, some of these sectors being in manufacturing, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotechnologies and more.
The show was also supported by some of the top UK Science institutions including the Royal Society of Chemistry, the Institute of Biomedical Science and the Science Council.
Lab Innovations has fast become one of the most important and must see events in the Laboratory industry.
The show will be returning on the 30th and 31st October 2019. This is our third pick of the best exhibitors from the 2018 show. Further details can be found on this page.
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2018’s record breaking show
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Test, Measurement & Monitoring News
Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Pumps & Valves News
Regular calibration of low pressure transmitters is a requirement of systems controlling clean rooms
throughout the pharmaceutical industry. As the sensors are often remote from the control system and its user interfaces this has usually required two people to carry out the work. One would generate the pressure manually at the transmitter, whilst in contact with a second person, via radio. The two operators would call out the values as they were attained and held. The person at the control panel would then make whatever adjustments were necessary and make the notes. The issue with this approach is that keeping the pressure constant is a challenge when looking at such a small value. It is not just a case of closing the valve on the calibrator, the pressure needs to be adjusted and chased by the technician.
The ADT 760 LLP provides a completely automated solution for this application. Using the touch screen interface the technician can programme the 760 to run the test cycle with dwell times between points. When the unit is running the tech can just walk over to the control panel and note the points, make adjustments as needed. The second technician can be getting on with another set of calibrations.
Measurements can be made in gauge or differential mode. Each model of the Additel 760 series has an option incorporating documentation and communication functions turning your 760 into a multifunction documenting process calibrator. This feature provides HART communication, task documentation and data logging.
T +44 (0)1926 812066www.chamois.net
Pharmaceutical application for Additel ADT 760-LLP
Mega_Bridge adds flexible
and fully featured protocol (IP) connectivity to the well-established Mega_Link family of Telemetry & Control units used to pass two-way instrumentation, measurement and control data between sensors, equipment and industrial plants.
Telemetry & Control n POINT to POINT n POINT to MULTI-POINT n 10T Architecture n Flexible Communications n UHF License Free Radio n ETHERNET, Wi-Fi n 3G/4G mobile networks
Sensor & Data Interfaces n Volt-Free Digital 1/0 n 4 – 20 mA Analogue 1/0 n RS232/RS485 Serial n Built-In Security VPN with AES256 n Use with ADSL modem for leased line
replacement
Mega_Bridge can communicate on a closed LAN or across networks and sites via Amazon Web Services, fully administered by Churchill Control. This enables important security features using TLSv1.2 for authenticated and encrypted communication channels.
T 01344 750233www.churchill-controls.co.uk
Mega_Bridge by Churchill Controls
Due to the rapid growth of our business in North America, DD-Scientific is very pleased to
announce the appointment of Ramon Gomez as VP-Sales, Americas. Ramon brings with him more than fourteen years’ experience in the gas sensing field, having previously managed key accounts for City Technology by Honeywell.
Commenting on his appointment Daniel Davies, Managing Director, “Having Ramon on board begins
the next chapter in DD Scientific’s success story. I have no doubt with his industry expertise and proven customer skills, he will oversee our continued market beating growth in this key territory.” Ramon will work with DD-Scientific’s many customers and prospects in the Americas ensuring they get the best possible commercial and technical support.
DD-Scientific strengthen sales presence in North America
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Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Pumps & Valves News
AIRMATICS™, a simple cloud-based air compressor monitoring, performance
and control solution that provides real time data, analytics and insights at the push of a button, has been launched by global compressor management specialists, CMC.
AIRMATICS™ is capable of managing an infinite number of locally interconnected fixed speed, variable speed or variable output air compressors by responding to feedback in real-time and automatically adjusting settings and performance levels accordingly.
The latest innovation from the Belgium-
based firm, which has spent the last 30 years designing and manufacturing compressed air controller, performance and monitoring solutions for manufacturers worldwide, launches as its Sales Director reveals the company’s plans to ‘simplify air compressor performance and management technology in a complex industrial world’.
The claim has been reinforced with the launch of the AIRMATICS™ Configurator – an easy-to-use automated quote generator, which provides those interested in AIRMATICS™ with a detailed quote for integrating the technology within their existing network of air compressors,
regardless of brand or age, in less than two minutes.
The AIRMATICS™ portfolio is made up of three principle products including AIR-TAG, SMART-TAG and an asset COMMAND & CONTROL platform. AIR-TAG and SMART-TAG deliver asset tagging functionality, providing users with the ability to monitor the performance of their air compressors both locally and remotely via the cloud.
Those wishing to access the AIRMATICS™ Compressor Configurator can do so by visiting www.airmatics.eu. For more information on CMC visit www.cmcnv.com.
New cloud-based air compressor monitoring solutionSituated in
the heart of Nottinghamshire’s rural outpost and next-door to the famous Southwell Racecourse is Energy Manor, home of Energy Chemical & Equipment Company; Designers, Manufacturers and Suppliers of Energy Ram and Diaphragm Pumps for the Waste Water and Process Industries. Established since 1984, Energy Pumps excel as the preferred Sewage Pumps for the Waste Water Industries.
The heavy-duty, industrial Energy Ram-Piston and Diaphragm Pumps cope with a range of applications including the automatic Pump-desludging of Humus in Primary settlement tanks: Digester Feed; Long-Distance Sludge Transfer; RBC Feed and De-Sludging; Inlet Dosing; Raw Sewage Transfer; Filter-Press Feeds.
Energy Pumps also Pump Silt in Quarries; Pulp in Paper Mills; Effluent in the Farming industry; plus Bone, Blood and Offal waste in Abattoirs throughout the United Kingdom.
Competitive, reliable and fully portable for smaller duties Energy Diaphragm and Ram-Piston Pumps have proved their worth time and again through clear, cost-effective, robust and wholly reliable Sludge and Slurry handling on many Sewage sites throughout the UK and beyond. These amazing, cost-effective Pumps are popular with engineers for their ease of maintenance and longevity. Energy Diaphragm Pumps will ‘run-dry’, never failing to impress on-site Engineers with their unbeatable, block-resistant suction and delivery. Energy Ram Pumps work solidly up-to 20Bar and are highly suited to extreme grit handling and sudden temperature changes.
Energy Pumps are complimented by Energy Chemical & Equipment Company’s Patented selection of reinforced, rubber-based Diaphragms and Valves to provide your application with tough, sturdy serious Sludge-handling. Energy Pumps quality bases increase and sustain the overall working effectiveness and reliability of the Energy Pump. Energy Pumps put cost-effective Energy-efficiency into your Sludge-shifting, pumping application.
For our full range of impressive british energy pumps please visit our website at www.energypumps.co.uk
Energy Pumps
Sarum Hydraulics reports for over 50 years, alloy two speed hand pumps have been the shop
or site workhorse for pressure testing to 700 bar and above and says it has taken the best features and brought them up to date on its MD series two speed hand pump.
The company says with a small space envelope, easy servicing and innovative design, this Micropac pump meets a market need. Featuring two speed manual change over for rapid pre-fill, models operate up to 1000 bar on multiple fluids including water, oil, glycol and ‘Skydrol’ phosphate ester.
Available in low corrosion anodised alloy and stainless or a dedicated 316 option for ultimate durability. Versatile reservoirs or trolleys for fixed and portable applications are available.
T 01722 328388www.sarum-hydraulics.co.uk
Two speed pressure test
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Industrial Process Technologies News
Robust Wilson® UH4000 universal
hardness testers allow for fast testing cycles and are therefore ideal for processing high sample volumes ©Buehler
Buehler ITW Test and Measurement’s new, exceptionally robust Wilson® UH4000 universal hardness testers are capable of handling high sample volumes and can therefore contribute significantly towards increasing productivity in quality control and process-related quality assurance, in laboratories and directly on the shop floor. Featuring a rugged cast steel frame, providing outstanding durability and being designed specifically for harsh environments, they enable accurate hardness measurements to Rockwell, Vickers, Knoop and Brinell. Hardness scales range from 0.5 to 250 kgf in the case of the UH4250 model and from 3 to 750 kgf in the case of the UH4750 model.
A new 8-position turret designed to hold the desired combinations of indenters and objectives contributes significantly towards speeding up testing cycles in batch testing without the need for manual indenter/objective changes. A sturdy turret cover protects the highly accurate measurement system and turret assembly against external influences and collisions, e.g. with test pieces. The large T-slot stage offers a clamping surface of 300mm x 400mm and high weight capacity, enabling testing of heavy and big parts. The integrated DiaMet software is intuitive to operate and makes testing easy, repeatable and automatic.
For further information about products and services available from Buehler ITW Test & Measurement GmbH please visit https://www.buehler-met.de/
Wilson universal hardness testers
Ultrasound is used widely throughout industry for removing problem contamination from all kinds of
hard surfaces. Its unique properties can be harnessed to clean items of all shapes, sizes and technical complexity, penetrating holes and cavities that are impossible to reach using ordinary cleaning methods.
Hilsonic is a leading international supplier of ultrasonic cleaning equipment for a variety of uses throughout industry.
The company’s systems are suitable for a variety of purposes within these areas, including the cleaning valves, pipework, plastic crates and components, indeed whatever you have may well lend itself to ultrasonic cleaning, potentially saving your company time and money indeed many companies get a financial pay back within weeks on cleaning expensive filters more often the pay back is a matter of months.
Hilsonic systems can also be used to clean engine parts such as pistons, cylinder heads and engine blocks.
Hilsonic’s industrial ultrasonic cleaning tanks deliver the best cleaning results, with no compromise on quality or reliability. They are available in up to 50 distinct variations as standard with an endless number of custom built variations, built to fulfil industries demanding requirements.
The company offers full support including accessories, chemicals, service contracts and full training packages.
Its range of popular sizes comprises:- n IST2000 – with bath dimensions of 500x500x300mm, this is the most compact tank in the range, an ideal portable systems for cleaning small engine parts and filters.
n IST3000 - with bath dimensions of 1x1x1m, this mid-range system is ideal for general workshop use.
n IST4000 – with bath dimensions of 2x1x1.5m, this system is designed for larger components such as heat exchangers, intercoolers and major engine components.
n IST5000 – with bath dimensions of 3x2x2m, the largest standard system in the range, the IST5000 is built to accommodate the biggest coolers and heat exchangers.
All systems have Hilsonic’s unique generator technology, which features a predetermined frequency sweep and twin-tandem transducers capable of driving up to 2m in height, and full cavitation, crucial for cleaning larger components.
Hilsonic systems are manufactured using the highest quality materials, with 316Lstainless steel tanks as standard, and heavy-duty stainless-steel frameworks for maximum weight distribution and performance. Also standard through the range is the under liquid jetting system, which
improves the cleaning performance and maintains chemical integrity for longer. With other unique design features, this makes the IST range of systems a durable solution to heavy-duty cleaning applications, providing many years of cleaning performance, backed by a two-year warranty.
Custom-built ultrasonic cleaning tanks Hilsonic also manufactures custom-built ultrasonic cleaning tanks of all shapes and sizes. From 1L to 15,000L capacities, and with a huge range of frequencies, densities and power ratings, these customised models will always deliver the best cleaning results, with no compromise on quality or reliability. For more complex industrial cleaning processes, Hilsonic will consult fully with the customer to develop the right system.
Bench-top ultrasonic cleaning tanksFor small-scale workshop cleaning problems,
Hilsonic’s bench-top ultrasonic cleaning tanks are the ideal solution.
Its performance bench-top models are constructed in 316L stainless steel and are designed for long-lasting durability, while the Budget bench-top ultrasonic cleaning tanks offer good cleaning performance at a reasonable price, without cutting corners in terms of ultrasonic power.
Whether a standard or bespoke system is required, Hilsonic works closely with the customer at all stages in order to develop a system to suit their purpose.
ContactT 0151 639 6020www.hilsonic.co.uk
Ultrasonic cleaning for best results
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Established in 1951, Hainbuch
is a third generation family owned business offering high precision clamping solutions to a wide range of industries including automotive, aerospace, medical tools and appliances, and energy.
Hainbuch’s mission is to simplify and revolutionise work-holding processes across the world. With over 150 patents and numerous awards, they are dedicated to producing components, systems, and techniques on which the future will be built, and are constantly investing in new machines and the latest technology to ensure their customers’ satisfaction.
Their products are easy to use, process-optimising, and have a long life cycle, as well as being superior in terms of durability, accuracy and versatility. Employees of Hainbuch always strive to help customers find solutions to their problems, focusing on the benefit of the customer and endeavouring for long-term customer loyalty. Hainbuch are also committed to protecting the environment, and believe that a more economical option is not better if it means the environment suffers.
Through their longstanding tradition of German engineering, pride, and craftsmanship, they offer experienced problem solving for difficult clamping situations and can provide global services through their subsidiaries and representations.
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Time to expand your capabilities with a global electronics
manufacturing services company? EC Electronics is the expert when it comes to manufacturing and supplying electronics-based products for OEMs and product innovators, for a variety of markets across the UK and around the world.
With over 35 years’ experience in the evolving electronics manufacturing industry – and five specialist facilities located across the UK, Romania and Hong Kong – EC Electronics has built up a strong, global reputation within the sector backed by industry recognised accreditations.
This vast knowledge partnered with EC Electronics’ recent growth in capabilities has enabled the manufacturer to reduce project
delays, resulting in on-time project delivery and the ability to support customers throughout the entire electronics manufacturing process.
For over three decades, EC Electronics has had a strong presence in the UK as well as Europe. For example, one of their established facilities in Theale near Reading is manned by a team of engineers highly experienced in manufacturing factory-assembled control panels and cable assemblies for a variety of applications and industries. This means EC has the experts, experience and equipment needed to create high-quality box builds time and time again.
Managing director of EC Electronics, Phil Simmonds says: “Our single-source, dedicated service based in Theale means products will be
assembled, tested and packaged in one smooth turnkey solution. Using our experience, we can course and produce all the necessary components as well as assemble, test and ship to your facility in the quantities you require on the day that you need it.”
To find out more about EC Electronics’ offering, contact the team on 01256 461894 or email [email protected].
Expand your capabilities with EC ElectronicsAfter another successful year, the
Southern Manufacturing & Electronics show has come to a conclusion. The show, which featured over 800 top exhibitors in the manufacturing and electronics sector, has become the UK’s largest regional manufacturing technology, electronics and subcontracting exhibition. The show spanned 3 days from the 5th-7th February 2019 and was held in Farnborough, Hampshire.
The sights around the newly built £35m hall were stunning, and presented the latest innovations in the South of England, including everything from automotive specialists to electronic components contract electronics manufacturers, packaging & labelling solutions, marine engineering and much more.
Visitors of the show commended the exhibition previews, the large visitor promotion campaigns and the simplified,
uniform stand sizes, whilst exhibitors admired record high quality sales leads, privilege stand packages for regular exhibitors and free entry on Industry.co.uk.
If you would like more information on the 2019 show or would like to see a full exhibitor list, visit The Southern Manufacturing & Electronics website.
This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this year’s show. Further details can be found on this page and the next five pages.
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Another successful year
Incremental Engineering was established to serve SMEs with quality end use engineering
components. With engineering at its core, it has over 25 years’ experience in product design, machine design, and instrumentation.
Hewlett Packard Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) technology is one of the first Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies to be able to produce batch quantity end use components with great isotropic material properties and high finish standards.
Incremental Engineering offers MJF technology to those companies who are not fortunate enough to have a system in house. The added value in using Incremental Engineering is that they operate with the feel of in-house production, offering design for Additive Manufacturing advice if required or solely as a production partner.
Using an HP MJF 4200 production system, Incremental Engineering manufacture components by layering and fusing PA12 (Polyamide or Nylon) powder in fine layers of 0.08mm thickness. All the parts are supplied free of loose powder and with
a grey finish, which can be used directly, dyed or with further finishing processes applied.
Their AM services are available on short lead-times and in one off or batch quantities, and there are no tooling or set up charges. They also offer Hybrid Manufacturing, which is a combination of AM and traditional techniques.
T 01256 533838www.incrementalengineering.com
Providing MJF technology to SMEs
Using lubricants effectively and maximising their efficiency is absolutely crucial in the industrial
sector. Selecting the right lubrication products and using them in the correct quantities ensures optimum performance, reliability and longevity of expensive production machinery.
Lubricant purchases normally amount to only three percent of a maintenance budget, but lubrication-related activities can influence an estimated 30 percent of total maintenance costs. FUCHS Lubricants, a leading manufacturer of high-performance industrial oils, has seen great success with its recently-upgraded FLUIDS LIVE monitoring system.
FLUIDS LIVE is an easy to navigate web-based recording,
tracking and reporting tool with integrated KPI measurements.
It is designed to provide customers with instant access to key data, enabling faster and more informed decision making.
Keith Salt, of FUCHS Lubricants’ industrial division, said: “FLUIDS LIVE is proving extremely popular amongst our industrial customers. We have more than 100 manufacturers already signed up globally and a good number of these are in the UK.
“The idea is to obtain information from measurements such as oil sampling and vibration monitoring and to ensure we maximise asset care. It’s all designed to cater for increasing skill shortages and take the guess work away, resulting in a hugely significant saving for manufacturers.
“The software is portal driven which offers management teams from companies working within the same group the ability to view other site information and share best practices both locally and globally.”
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FLUIDS LIVE crucial to maximum reliability
A pioneer for modern work-holding solutions
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Special purpose machinery designers and factory automation
consultants, Design & Automation Solutions (DAS), are forecasting growth this year thanks to a successful first time exhibiting at Southern Manufacturing.
With visitors expressing overwhelming interest in their bespoke machinery and factory automation systems, the show also saw DAS launch a new sub-contract assembly service.
Mick Stallwood, Director says: “A big thank you to the visitors we met at the show and the opportunity to discuss our new sub-contract assembly service with them. This, alongside our established specialist machine manufacture, offers manufacturers
the opportunity to expand their production with minimum risk. Our infrastructure and capabilities have expanded recently, as we’ve taken on new premises in Maidenhead and we’re now perfectly positioned to deliver more for our clients.”
With over 40 years of experience in their specialist field, DAS’s knowledgeable and experienced team offer a ‘Concept to Completion’ service, working with and solving problems for
manufacturing businesses. Stallwood concludes: “We believe we deliver a unique service. Manufacturers can now leave their equipment and production issues behind as we deliver a one stop shop for all their needs; reducing costs, increasing productivity and boosting profitability. British manufacturing is key to our economic success and we’re proud to be championing innovative design and production solutions for this exceptional industry.”
Michael Gibbs, Managing Director of European Springs & Pressings says: “Design & Automotive Solutions dedicated and innovative approach to problem solving for the UK’s manufacturing sector is transformational.”
T 01844 355591www.designandautomation.com
Debut success at Southern Manufacturing
Ex-El Group had a rewarding week at Southern Manufacturing.
Visitors to our stand were informed about our unique service, tailored toward total management of manufacturing services.
Ex-El Group combine 40+ years’ experience in defence procurement with program management, engineering expertise and associations with reliable domestic and offshore contract manufacturers. A value-added service package which provides particular benefit to enterprising SME’s wishing to prioritise attention towards IP and product development. We also assist large OEMs with build-to-print and build-to-specification requirements.
Ex-El Group facilitates and manages
production of cable harness, specific parts, PCBs and sub-systems through to finished product and full assembly. Clients benefit from professional and cost-efficient manufacturing, without being detracted by the logistics of manufacture.
Our association with our partner Miracle Electronic Devices PvT means clients can “Make in India”, without making investments personally. Miracle possess world class manufacturing facilities where the manufacture of high quality wound magnetic products, cable assemblies and full turn-key solutions take place.
Through our partner, Staco Systems, we provide the engineering expertise and production facilities
to produce high-reliability, precision electromechanical and optical sub-systems – designed specifically for mission critical and harsh environment applications.
All production managed by Ex-Eltronics is performed within AS9100 / ISO9001 / ISO13485 approved operations and workmanship is to IPC620 standards.
Contactwww.exelgroup.com
Ex-El Group
Wood Sheetmetal and Fabrication are leading specialists in the supply of high-quality sheet
metalwork. Producing components and welded fabrications to meet the exacting requirements of a diverse range of industries including Automotive, Defence, Pharmaceutical and Oil & Gas.
Operating from our modern 30,000sq ft premises in the heart of England, our capacities and capabilities give us the ability to handle projects irrespective of size and complexity. Our recent investment in the latest Amada Fiber Laser profiling machine which can cut the most complex of profiles in a wide range of materials, combined with a highly skilled workforce provide components, welded fabrications and assemblies finished and delivered to customer specification.
Wood is an ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 18001 approved company. The recent addition of BS EN 1090-1 to these approvals ensures that fabricated structural steelwork manufactured by Wood can carry the CE mark.
T 01234 268484M 07827 [email protected]/sheetmetal
Wood Sheetmetal and Fabrication
Takumi has been trading in Limerick, Ireland for 21 years.
The company employ 85 people and has revenues in excess or €10.
In its early years Takumi concentrated in supporting local multinationals in the medical device sectors. However, since entering the Aerospace market in 2012 aircraft components have grown to 60% of business revenues. Takumi has invested in latest technologies to ensure that it is capable and competitive in the area of 5 axis machining.
The company has a strong track record in aerospace, both aerospace structural and interiors. Takumi has a strong heritage in serving marker leaders in Ireland and has capacity to support other opportunity.
Expertise in CAM, coupled with a strong skill set on our production floor, positions us as an agile partner of choice for Aerospace component manufacturing and assembly. Takumi Precision Engineering has an excellent New Product Introduction process that
enables us to work with prime contractors in the sub-supply of Aerospace program offloads.
A leading manufacturer of aircraft components
UK-based CEL Group’s commitment to strengthening
the future of UK OEM manufacturing by facilitating access to cost effective sub-contract manufacture in China goes much further than simply looking at unit price.
“We were delighted to hear that quality assurance, which meets UK standards, is now the top priority for the manufacturers and OEM’s we talked to at Southern Manufacturing”, says Simon Cartwright, Group Sales Director. “Although unit price often drives purchasing discussions, successful manufacturing in China requires robust quality management systems; as well as experienced logistics and access to skilled engineering support. This is where
a supply chain partnership with CEL adds true value to brands.
“Offshoring component and part-assembly manufacture has matured. CEL experience in low-cost manufacturing gives customers versatile outsourced engineering solutions which work for their specific needs. Our successful formula brings together business value, exceptional engineering and assured supply chain management.”
Simon concludes, “Both OEM’s and component suppliers told us they value offshore manufacture in China, within their supply chain, but they want to access the competitive advantages without incurring risk.
This is where partnership with CEL makes a positive difference. Our UK team’s proven approach to offshore sub-contact manufacturing offers quality management, responsive service support and supply assurance.”
Southern may be over but the conversation goes on. To find out how CEL Group’s unique formula for successful manufacturing in China can boost your brand performance contact Simon Cartwright: [email protected] or call +44 (0)1952 586060
CEL Group’s manufacturing approach in China welcomed at Southern
DP Technology Corp., a leading developer and supplier of
computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software, including its flagship product ESPRIT®, is pleased to announce that it is enhancing its presence in the United Kingdom with the launch of its first wholly owned subsidiary in the region, ESPRIT CAM, LTD. The new office will offer direct support to existing DP Technology resellers, technology partners and customers in the U.K. and Ireland.
The local team comprises Chris Edwards and Fraser Lovatt, both seasoned professionals
in the CAD/CAM industry with previous work experience at Delcam, Schlumberger Applicon and Autodesk. The opening of DP Technology’s regional office directly reflects the increasing demand for the ESPRIT range of multi-axis machining software within the U.K.
ESPRIT CAM UK Ltd, along with two ESPRIT resellers, CAM Supplies and CNC Solutions, welcomed current and future customers at the last Southern Manufacturing and Electronics show. They explained the latest innovations in CAM software and discuss how ESPRIT’s
solutions can increase tool life and reduce cycle time.
For additional information about ESPRIT, call 07976 527034 or 07378 309046, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.espritcam.eu.
Opening of UK-based subsidiary and local team
At Orgbar Aluminium, we offer a great variety of services to you and
your company, from the machining, cutting and supply of aluminium extrusion to the powder coating or polished finish.
We have an extensive and flexible machining capacity, from the smallest of components to the largest of aluminium extrusions. Our CNC machines have overlapping capacity, and run on variable shift patterns to suit our customers changing needs. The control system of our machines means that they are capable of cutting aluminium with extreme accuracy and precision, in order to produce the exact product that you require.
We can cut and fabricate aluminium parts at a large range of sizes, from as small as 10mm in length up to lengths in excess of 4 metres. At Orgbar, we will produce batches from one-offs
to thousands; this means that we can manufacture and supply to you the correct and personalised aluminium extrusion you have need for. Some of the services we offer to you include:
n The supply of aluminium extrusion n Aluminium cutting n Aluminium punching n Aluminium de-burring n Polished aluminium n Anodised aluminium n Powder coated aluminium n Aluminium welding n Stock Holding
All of our aluminium extrusion services here at Orgbar are completed to the highest quality, and made personally to suit your exact requirements and measurements, so whatever you require, we can supply.
ListeningWe listen and work very closely with
all of our customers to ensure we meet their needs.
Cost effectiveOur skills and close links with our global partners mean we can reduce costs of both extrusion and extrusion dies.
QualityISO9001:2015 accredited, we exercise proper care and control with every order.
www.orgbar.com
Orgbar Aluminium
At the end of 2018, Cinch Connectivity Solutions extended their capabilities with the acquisition
of the established components manufacturer, BCMZ Precision Engineering Ltd.
In operation since 1917, Cinch supplies high quality, high performance connectors and cables globally to the Aerospace, Military/Defense, Commercial Transportation, Oil & Gas, High End Computer and other markets; providing custom solutions with our creative, hands-on engineering and end-to-end approach.
Our diverse product offerings include connectors, enclosures and cable assemblies, utilizing multiple contact technologies including copper and fiber optics.
As well as machined components, BCMZ has been a successful producer of light assemblies, jigs and fixtures to the Automotive, Aerospace, Defense, Telecommunications, Fibre-Optic, and Medical
Industrial markets for over 50 years, fabricating products in batch sizes from 1 to 30,000, with high levels of accuracy, intricacy and quality, from a wide spectrum of raw materials.
Together, BCMZ and Cinch are committed to investing in the latest technology and techniques, driven by a desire exceed customers’ expectations, and to continually provide innovative solutions to the rapidly changing needs of the markets and customers they serve.
ContactT 01245 342060http://belfuse.com/cinch
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Batten & Allen Ltd are a family owned engineering company based in the
Cotswolds, with a focus on customer satisfaction, continuous improvement and technical innovation. They manufacture high volume precision stamped metal parts, small components, metal pressings and metal clips, with the capacity to produce up to six hundred and fifty million pressed metal parts and stampings per month from their UK based facility.
Using their high speed Bruderer metal pressing machines, Batten & Allen can offer stamping, plating, turnkey solutions, prototypes, tooling, moulding, and design services using materials including copper, aluminium, nilo, stainless steel and silicon steel.
They work closely with industry leaders in raw material manufacture, along with their own engineers, to help customers with the initial product design, prototyping, and best material choice and utilisation, as well as using cropping and assembly tools to integrate their parts into a customer’s assembly process.
They believe that trust is the key to their success and they maintain credibility, reliability and intimacy with their customers in order to form long term partnerships.
With 85% of their products exported to customers in Europe, Central and South America, Far East, South Africa, and Australasia, Batten & Allen are truly worldwide leaders in the design and manufacture of high quality precision metal pressings and precision stampings.
ContactT 01285 [email protected]
World leaders in precision metal pressings and precision stampings
ExplorerTM One enables you to quickly understand the solder quality of your products by delivering the clearest
X-Ray images. Market leading image quality makes it quick and easy to locate and qualify potential defects and make pass/fail judgements fast. The imaging chain in the ExplorerTM One draws on the Quadra series of tubes with their matched flat panel detectors and supplies, all designed and manufactured at Nordson Dage. This gives 2 micron resolution with, thanks to this imaging chain, a brightness and clarity expected of much larger systems.
The ExplorerTM One is ground-breaking in other ways too. There is no lead used in the shielding of this system, which helps to protect the environment and greatly reduces the system weight. Of course, there is no compromise on safety and the system is fully compliant with world-wide standards.
To get further details please visit our web site at www.cupio.co.uk or give us a call on 01962 832654.
X-Ray for production monitoring
Abanaki Corporation, a world leader in oil skimming
technology, has announced the addition of the new Oil Boss to its extensive coolant maintenance product range.
Keeping coolant clean is essential, as dirty coolant can produce smoke, bad smells, and bacterial issues which can become health hazards. The Oil Boss is designed for machining centre applications, removing tramp oil from sumps, extending coolant life and reducing onset of bacterial growth, eliminating health risks such as dermatitis.
The device pumps oil-laden fluid from the sump through a chip-blocking pre-filter to the inlet valve. Then, it is passed through
coalescing media that separates the oil from the coolant, and clean coolant subsequently returns to the sump. Skimmed oil is held in a containment area until it is easily removed using the discharge tap.
The units are small yet robust, using an effective magnetic mounting system which allows the unit to be located for easy access. The Oil Boss’s Magni-Cling technology enables the skimmer to cling to a metal surface, allowing for flexibility as the user
can clean one machine sump and then easily move the skimmer to another machine. Furthermore, the Magni-Cling technology can be used to place the Oil Boss at eye level for convenient inspection.
For more information, head to Abanaki’s website or use the contact details below.
T 01179 616679www.abanaki.co.uk
Innovative new oil skimmer from the Abanaki Corporation As the name suggests we offer
solutions to some of your EDM problems, wether it is new machines or an alternative consumable source we aim to help.
MAKREP EDM SOLUTIONS are the UK Agents for OSCARMAX EDM Machines from Taiwan and E.KO IONISER deionising systems from easymetal in Austria. The water treatment system, E.KO IONISER, offers a direct replacement for the Deionising Resin Canisters on Wire EDM Machines. This system has many benefits including better water quality, reduced downtime and no need to dispose of contaminated resin which has a great environmental impact. The system is already widely used by all major EDM Manufacturers throughout Europe and is now growing
rapidly within the UK running on Mitsubishi, Sodick, Agie, Charmilles and Accutex Wire EDM Machines.
MAKREP are also the Sales & Service Agents for OSCARMAX EDM Machines in the UK & Ireland. OSCAR E.D.M. was established in 1985 and presents a new generation of EDM Sinkers to meet the U.K market requirements.
The company has won high reputation in domestic and overseas markets and have a range of over 80 EDM Sinkers and Fast Hole Drilling Machines to suit all customers’ budgets.
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MAKREP EDM SOLUTIONS
Polydist UK is proud to introduce SABIC’s Specialties products
to their portfolio of polymer resins. The products include the well-known SABIC brands NORYL™ resins, ULTEM™, LNP™ compounds and specific co-polymer grades.
Polydist is now the official UK distributor for SABIC’s Specialties products range.
Polydist and SABIC have a strong and successful relationship since the signing of their first Distribution Agreement in 2015 covering SABIC LDPE and LLDPE materials from the Wilton, Geleen and Gelsenkirchen plants.
SABIC has continuously invested in its Specialties range of resins and compounds. Typical examples include materials for moulding impellers to strict tolerances for pumps and home appliances, safety critical industrial applications in sectors including aerospace and railways, powder
coating, conveyor systems and LED lighting.
SABIC offers technical support to designers enabling them to make optimal use of the material characteristics. Benefits such as super-high modulus for metal replacement, flame retardancy at thin wall section for weight reduction, low friction and wear to reduce noise, hydro stability, antistatic and electrical conductivity.
The materials are typically used by customers to extend product life span, reduce assembly costs and improve aesthetics.
Polydist exhibited at the Southern Manufacturing Show to proudly promote their new relationship with Sabic Specialties, promoting the Specialty range of products which attracted over 50 designers, specifiers and buyers in the aerospace, electronics, industrial and automotive sectors. Polydist
will also be exhibiting at the Northern Show in October.
A Polydist product support team is available on their HOTLINE number: 01283 345123.
Alternatively, contact [email protected]
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Alongside a range of air compressors and vacuum
pumps, BCAS offers equipment and best practice that can make a considerable impact on energy use in a compressed air system.
Of the total energy supplied to a compressor, as little as 8-10% may be converted into energy at the point of use. Minimising waste is vital, as the right approach can save over 30% of the energy used.
For example, the average leak rate of a compressed air system is 25% but some plants lose as much as 80% of their air due to leaks.
BCAS offers a comprehensive leak assessment and repair programme which has the potential to vastly improve the operation and efficiency of compressed air systems and generate significant financial savings.
Measures such as regular maintenance, system design and operator training can also contribute to reducing energy use, particularly when used in conjunction with monitoring equipment such as flow meters and data loggers.
BCAS offers energy efficiency assessments that can identify
how you can reduce the running costs of your compressed air system. Advice is also available in our recently launched ‘Guide to Compressed Air Energy Efficiency’.
T +44 (0)1491 [email protected]
Reducing the running costs of compressed air
Invent Design Build are an expert, customer focused research and development consultancy specialising
in New Product Development.
A challenge that currently faces industrial manufacturers is having the ability to develop innovative new products that will cater to the rapidly expanding new digital age, whilst at the same time remaining innovative.
IDB can design, build and produce sensors which use NFC for data exchange. These tend to be analogue sensors but have set up parameters and ID information which can bring useful and dynamic features via NFC.
We also specialise in digital sensors using various communication protocol. We can help you create products that are compatible with RS232 and RS485 as well as Can BUS AND CanOPEN. We also work comfortably with a variety of serial standards including EtherCAT, Modbus and DeviceNet.
More recently we are developing low power, wireless
sensors implementing the latest wireless protocols such as Bluetooth5 (mesh), Lora, LTE-M and NB-IoT.
Our firmware team are developing algorithms for processing at the edge, in real time, for various applications including acoustic motion, thermal imaging, gases and magnetic/hall effect sensing applications.
If you need support with research and development, we can cater to your needs – call us on 07428 113323
Invent Design Build
Fully accredited AS 9100 rev D UK based PCB manufacturer – Specialists
in quick-turn, low to medium volume, standard multilayer, flex, flex-rigid and high density interconnection (HDI) solutions for a wide range of industries including aerospace, medical, telecommunications, defence and automotive.
Our technical and production skills and experience combined with fast turnaround capability,
has made Exception the ideal partner of choice for customers requiring prototype (QTA), new product Introduction (NPI) and low to medium volumes.
Lead times from 2 days for PTH, 3 days for single lamination multilayers and 10 days for HDI. ContactT 01684 292448
Printed circuit board solutions
Fringe Electronics are a UK based electronics manufacturer who provide a wide range of
electronic assembly services from two sites in the UK. Services include PCB assembly, box build, full product assembly and test, plus many other services associated with electronic assembly. The procurement team provides competitive pricing on materials from around the world, whilst the engineering team support product development, design services, DFM and component alternatives.
Whether it is a one-off fast turnaround order, scheduled deliveries or stocking arrangements, a flexible approach ensures customers are offered a tailored solution to meet their needs. All products are built to IPC-A-610 standards, fully inspected using AOI equipment and backed by our ISO-Certified systems and processes.
As part of a group of UK based electronics companies with offices around the globe, Fringe are ideally suited to meet the many requirements of modern day electronic assembly and manufacturing.
Celebrating 40 years within the Contract Electronics Manufacturing industry, Fringe continue to build on
the approach that a high standard of build quality, on-time delivery and a cost-effective solution are of the utmost importance to compete effectively. We are focused on developing relationships that are mutually beneficial and we offer an approach to customer service that is based on partnerships and personal service.
Contactwww.fringeelectronics.com
Fringe Electronics
Calman Technology is a leading UK based custom manufacturer of membrane keypads; graphic
overlays; label products and printed electronics. We have been providing industry leading levels of design support to national and international clients for over 25 years.
We provide low cost tooling and fast turnaround through our use of CNC cutting and digital and hybrid printing capabilities. The benefits of our lean manufacturing facility apply equally well to prototype development, low volume batch production and high volume requirements.
We have achieved sustained growth by offering more support to our clients through the design and development stage of new product introduction and by being a fast, competitive and responsive manufacturing partner. Learn how features of the Calman design and manufacturing process such as “dry-build” and “cut-to-fit” can benefit your product.
The single most important part of a successful product development is an early dialogue between the manufacturer and the client so give us a call early in your design process and we can start to provide support.
T 01294 [email protected]
Membrane keypads; graphic overlays; printed electronics; labels
Midas Displays enjoyed a hugely successful Southern Manufacturing in 2019, with the eye-catching stand
generating a great amount of interest. Midas used the event to launch a range of new products, including new HDMI interface TFT Displays, which can be used as ‘plug and play’ with a Raspberry Pi SBC.
5”, 7” and 10.1” size series are available, each offering non-touch, capacitive, or resistive touch options. There are two interconnect solutions offered to compliment this range; a HDMI to HDMI interconnect board which enables HDMI output from the Pi to the display, and a USB cable allows the touchscreen function to be used.
As well as the accessories Midas offer to compliment these displays, their UK based engineering team develop a wide range of interface, interconnection, and driver board products. These are designed to work with a range of industry standard processors and controllers such as Raspberry-Pi, UC32, and Arduino.
Midas are proud to offer over 750 lines of LCD and Sensor products, including our HDMI TFT range, stocked through Farnell, making availability for your prototyping and low volume production exceptionally easy.
T +44 (0)1493 [email protected]
Midas Displays launch new HDMI TFT range
Founded in 1964, Robert Bion and Co.’s core vision has remained the same: supply the right products to
the right people at the right time. Driven by consistent investment in machinery, technology and people, Bion is constantly evolving and adapting to the needs of our customers.
As the leading supplier of bespoke perforated solutions, we aim to be an extension of your manufacturing capabilities; working with you as a tiered supplier into OEMs rather than in direct competition. Our specialism for perforating means our knowledge is not diluted and on top of this, excellent staff retention means a workforce with many years’ experience and knowledge.
We have earned the mantle of “the perforator’s perforator” as we are the go to company for other perforators when they cannot meet certain criteria. Our enthusiasm, manufacturing agility and innovative solutions for technically challenging work keeps us ahead of our competition.
Serving a wide variety of markets including Aerospace, Automotive, Architectural, Rail, Enclosures and Filtration, Bion have been involved in a variety of projects such as the new Qatar Metro system, high volume repeating components like speaker grills for JLR or exhaust baffles
for Nissan, and low volume bespoke parts from small one off Titanium filters to bespoke picture perforated balcony panels.
With facilities in house to manufacture tooling, de-coil and re-coil, profile and notch, we have the ability to work with a wide range of materials including mild steel, galvanised steel, stainless steel, exotic materials such as Incoloy and Super Duplex, aluminium and plastics.
Being privately owned and family run, we understand good customer service and our rich history and experience means we can handle jobs of any size, we are big enough to cope but small enough to care.
So why not give us a call on 0118 959 2700? You’ve nothing to lose but potentially lots to gain!
Bion: Perforated solutionsThe latest EPC controller range
from Eurotherm focuses on a robust cybersecurity strategy and IIoT connectivity
As an established leader in industrial automation and process control, Eurotherm™ by Schneider Electric™ passionately supports its customers with specialist knowledge in control and data acquisition.
Based upon experience in advanced thermal manufacturing applications, the company helps customers
achieve process excellence through machine automation efficiency and regulatory compliance.
An adaptable, scalable digital solution with flexible software and instant upgrades available online when required. EPC3000 range of programmable controllers helps
deliver an efficient and secure process. Available in three DIN sizes, these products deliver fast-acting precision control which helps maintain high standards of production quality combined with a
robust cybersecurity strategy.
EPC2000 programmable single loop temperature and process controller is a back of panel, DIN rail controller available with optional Pro-face GP4114T touchscreen HMI for use as the primary operator interface.
This enables an OEM to easily integrate high precision control plus setpoint programming into a PLC system using native Ethernet communication.
T +44 (0)1903 695888www.eurotherm.co.uk
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Industry Experts in the supply of a wide range of machines designed for the application of one and two
part adhesives, resins and sealants. Whether the solution required is for the dispensing of a single drop of liquid, or for bulk spreading adhesive onto a desired surface, Rockingham Systems have all bases covered.
Rockingham Systems offer a truly diverse range of systems, making them a one stop shop for industrial applications of meter mixing and liquid dispensing. The well-established and trusted company supply solutions
for metering dispensing and application of 1K, 2K and multi-component resin and adhesive, which include the likes of Polyurethane, Epoxy Silicone, MS-Polymer, MMA, Polysulphide, EPI, Carbamide, Resorcinol and Melamine.
Further to this, Rockingham Systems offer a varied range of industrial coating, spraying and pumping systems for materials such as grease, oils, paints, and inks along with many other chemicals and fluids. Its product range extends to include: Adhesive Application Systems, Metering Mixing and Dispensing Systems, Integrated Dispensing Robots, Static Mixers, Industrial Coatings Equipment, Contractor Spray Equipment, and Air Powered Pumps and Pressure Primers.
Rockingham Systems provide a professional and quality service throughout every stage of the process; from the consultation process, tailoring your solution to your specific needs, all the way to the level of training provided and aftercare offered.
T +44 (0)1536 [email protected]
Achieving excellence through quality systems and service
The Southern Manufacturing
and Electronics show is an annual industrial exhibition based in the UK, showcasing new technologies within machinery, production equipment and electronic production and assembly, tooling and components.
The Southern Manufacturing and Electronics show exhibited 5th to 7th of February 2019, an amazing success for the exhibit and Harmonic Software Systems, with a record breaking amount of visitors hit this year, the show excelled all expectations and provided Harmonic Software Systems with a sea of potential clients and customers.
The exhibit created a great platform for Harmonic Software Systems, founded in 1999. Harmonic Software Systems have gained a wealth of knowledge enabling them to deliver world-class consultancy and top-quality embedded systems to customers in all industries. Harmonic Software Systems offer customers an array of services for embedded software and security systems, including; Board Support Packages, Application Level Software, Testing for Safety Critical Systems, Device Drivers and Embedded Security.
With clients such as Fujitsu, Siemens, Toshiba, Hitachi and many other high end brands, Harmonic Software Systems are constantly looking to expand and the Southern Manufacturing and Electronics show allowed Harmonic Software Systems to broaden their already extensive client base.
ContactT 01403 784500https://harmonicss.co.uk
Software specialists
Established over 50 years ago, Clamcleats Ltd is a family business owned and run by engineers,
offering highly experienced injection moulding solutions. Manufacturing their own and other companies’ products, they can look at products from a supplier’s and customer’s point of view.
With a team of qualified engineers and operators, they offer a comprehensive and one-stop service to turn a client’s project into a finished part. Clamcleats Ltd boasts a flexible attitude and an emphasis on excellent customer service, which are backed by a fantastic range of resources and machinery.
They offer their injection moulding solutions to a huge range of markets, including leisure marine, telecommunications, automotive and pharmaceutical. Providing a bespoke production schedule, they can plan exactly what materials, people and machinery are required.
Clamcleats Ltd’s toolmaking services can turn a design into a finished part using simple conceptual sketches, full drawings or 3D models. Providing advice on design and product development options, they can make the tooling more suitable for the
manufacturing process and therefore reduce the cost of the project.
In addition to these services, Clamcleats Ltd can also assemble and print parts to requirements, and can source subcomponents. If you would like to find out more information, head to their website or use the contact details below.
T 01707 330101sales@clamcleat.comwww.plasticmoulding.co.ukwww.clamcleat.com
Experienced injection moulding services from Clamcleats Ltd
For more information visit our NEW website at www.iew.co.uk, call 01793 694033 or email [email protected]
PROVIDING SERVICES FOR COMPANIES WITH COMPLEX MACHINERY
Some of the services we offer include software support, manufacture of cable assemblies, PCB assemblies, panel & box build,
electromechanical assemblies and PLC hardware assembly.
FAST TURNAROUND for all quotes and assemblies.
IEW provides high quality services in the Contract Electronics Manufacturing Industry
It was a triumphant return the Southern Manufacturing & Electronics show for Rapid
after a long hiatus. The stand was busy for the entire three days meaning that although we spoke to many of you, we wouldn’t have been able to tell you everything that we can do for your business.
Being a distributor with over 1,000 brands, such as CamdenBoss, Hammond, Phoenix Contact, Schneider Electric and many more, and services such as enclosure modification, re-reeling & cable assemblies we dedicated to helping you make it.
Our new long term stock agreements are designed to work for you. We order all the stock up front meaning that you get the best possible price and peace of mind. Whether you know when you require the stock or not, you can either pre-set the delivery on specific dates, or simply let us know as you need the stock by
calling it off. You will only get invoiced on what you order and will get monthly updates on remaining stock levels.
We have technical business development managers in every region so if you wish to discuss your challenges with us, we can also get our suppliers to accompany, please contact us below to arrange.
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Rapid – helping you make itWe had a fantastic show at Southern Manufacturing in Farnborough in February.
We met some really interesting people with some exciting opportunities as well as catching up with some familiar faces.
IEW have been focusing on our exciting new area of growth, PLC controllers. We have been working hard to provide a total solution for companies who may need support with software and PLC hardware assembly and integration. This is alongside our usual services including manufacture of cable assemblies, looms, PCB assemblies, panel & box build, cabinet build and electromechanical assemblies.
We have also been listening to our customers and introduced a fast turnaround system for quotes and assemblies. We are hearing from our customers more and more that quotes are required quickly and also that prototype products are required on a super-fast turnaround. We have developed a new area within the business, able to respond to customers urgent demands.
Managing Director, Duncan Game explains “Currently, we have over 50 highly trained,
experienced members of staff working here in Swindon IPC 610 & 620 trained standards, full automatic testing equipment and ISO 9001:2015 accreditation. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service which in turn, builds long term partnerships with our customers. We offer a flexible bespoke service across all industries, helping our customers build complex machinery by delivering the right assemblies as and when required to the highest standards.
IEW also have been working on a fresh new website detailing all our exciting new ventures.
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IEW entered 2019 with a BANG
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As Chamois Metrology moves from strength to strength, we have a look at what’s new and exactly how the
company is helping customers to achieve their goals.
Chamois Metrology is in a unique position, being able to offer a wide range of products and services for calibration and repair of pressure, temperature, electrical, dimensional and mass instruments. With a combined experience of over 200 years under one roof, Chamois is able to calibrate, repair, train and advise customers in an unbiased way to achieve the best solution without fail.
As a UKAS Calibration laboratory, the company sees a wide range of calibration and measuring equipment which has built real world knowledge of performance and features across all makes and models.
The majority of the company’s business is conducted through the UKAS Accredited Calibration laboratory; able to offer industry leading levels of uncertainty in the calibration of pressure, temperature, electrical, dimensional and mass instruments. With average turnaround times between seven and ten days as standard, the level of service offered is impressive.
An enhanced 3 day service and site calibration is also available, minimising downtime for clients. In some cases calibration on-site is the only viable option, often due to the delicacy or size of the instrument to be calibrated. Chamois is experienced in delivering this service to keep customer equipment up and running in all instances.
Chamois was recently accredited by UKAS to ISO 17025 2017 for dimensional measurement. This new service for the company extends to orifice plates, straight edges, engineer’s squares, dial test indicators, micrometres, setting rods, spirit levels and Vernier callipers.
Chamois Metrology boasts a wealth of experience in the calibration of differential pressure cells at elevated static pressure, a service undertaken particularly frequently to the oil and gas industry. The ability to carry out calibration in house on
orifice plates gives customers the opportunity to get both of these elements calibrated in one place.
Another very important aspect of Chamois Metrology is the supply of instruments and accessories for calibration. As the sole UK importer of Additel products and with the ability, resources and experience to support instruments in the field, this part of the company is seeing rapid growth. Additel provide a range of innovative calibration products which provide automated calibration of pressure, temperature and electrical instruments in the field or in the lab/workshop. The Chamois team spend a lot of time on site with customers, working with them to solve their unique calibration challenges.
Chamois Metrology’s Jon Shan commented, “When a customer buys an instrument or accessory from us, we will to go to any length to make sure they are happy with it and that it exceeds their expectation in every way”. He went on to say, “There is a great deal of choice in the market and we are in a unique position to help the customer arrive at the solution that fits them.” The last piece in the Chamois jigsaw is training. Utilising all of the experience on offer from the team, those partaking in Chamois training courses can expect a challenging yet rewarding training experience.
Often asked for standard training, Chamois prefers to tailor training courses to customer
needs. Significantly, class sizes are kept down, typically a maximum of six people. Training in calibration, practical skills, development of calibration certificates, understanding and applying uncertainty budgets and best practise is delivered in the purpose built training room. Located amongst the labs and service workshop, clients can be given plenty of hands on training in the facility.
The future of Chamois Metrology certainly is bright as it develops its sales, training and calibration offerings, and it seems clear that everything it does will be to the highest standard and complimented with the best service in the industry.
T 01926 [email protected]
Calibration Services Company of the Month
Combining experience and expertise in the field of calibration
Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 19 Review Top 40
J Coker Ltd are a long-established UK manufacturer
of rubber and silicone moulded components. Now run by third-generation family members, we have a wealth of knowledge and experience to meet your needs.
We offer a total end to end solution; from the provision of tool-making and prototype design; through compound selection; to high quality manufacture to ISO 9001:2015.
With our own compounding facilities, we will manufacture in the most appropriate material to meet your needs. Whether you are looking for: abrasion or tear resistance; extreme operating temperatures or flame retardancy, we will recommend a compound to suit.
We provide high quality tool making using our fully equipped
CNC HAAS Tool Room Milling Centres. But if you have existing tooling, we are happy to use it.
Using fully automated Panstone moulding machines we cater for any size production run from 50 pieces to 50,000 and more. We even have extra-large machines capable of manufacture up to 1.6m x 0.8m. That’s why we’ve been successfully making the global ViPR fitness product.
“J Coker Ltd was instrumental in the initial development and now, ongoing production of the hugely successful ViPR fitness product. This product was seen on ‘The Biggest Loser’ all over the world and is now featured in the top Health Clubs worldwide. Coker’s are a pleasure to work with, and always do more than necessary.’ Brent Hallo, CEO Fitness Professionals.
Contact: Andrew CokerT 01795 535008 [email protected]
Rubber component manufacturing in the UK
Established in 1991, Corodine provides
electroplating and metal finishing services to a range of local industries, including automotive, medical, rail, and electronics. Since its formation it has expanded further, with extra premises to enable them to grow their product range.
Corodine’s senior staff have over 60 years of experience between them, meaning any technical queries from their customers can be resolved quickly. With their own laboratory and test facilities, they can ensure that all their solutions are at optimum working levels and that their customers’ specifications are fully met.
Some of their finishing services include: zinc and zinc/iron with clear, colour or black passivates; zinc nickel; de-embrittlement; anodising in natural, silver, black and colour; semi-hard anodising; hard anodising; electroless nickel; phosphate (zinc); Alocrom 100,1000 and 1200; Surtec 650; iridite NCP; and tin in dull and bright. What’s more, if there is a finish that they don’t have but which the customer requires, they will always consider a new installation to try and meet their clients’ requirements.
Furthermore, Corodine are an ISO9001:2015 registered company, and all their products can conform to WEEE and Rohs directives when required. For more information, head to their website or use the contact details below.
T 01903 [email protected]
Electroplating and metal finishing
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Robotic Systems Company of the Month
Data Logging Specialist Company of the Month
Industrial Process News is pleased to have selected Lascar Electronics as our Data Logging Specialist Company of the Month;
with a strong emphasis on product innovation and providing fantastic customer support, Lascar Electronics are at the top of their game.
Established in 1977 and with their headquarters based in Whiteparish, Salisbury, Lascar Electronics certainly came from humble beginnings: the company started out in a garage in Essex. Fast-forward over four decades and Lascar is firmly established in four locations worldwide – Hong Kong, the US, and two sites in the UK – truly a testament to their quality of products and services.
Lascar distribute their digital displays, data logging and custom design solutions to over 100 distributors across the globe; while their globally diverse locations ensure customers are never too far from receiving support if they need it.
One of the company’s main driving forces is their unabated emphasis on continual product development and constant innovation. Lascar was founded by an engineer, Brian Currie, and is still driven by his focus on technology.
This focus has proved a success and very much remains at the core of the company, with the majority of senior managers having an engineering background. When coupled with Lascar’s commitment to providing second-to-none customer service and support, then you have the difference between Lascar and their competitors.
Today the Lascar brands include EasyLog for data loggers and PanelPilot for advanced graphic displays. EasyLog launched the world’s first USB data logger and now produces the largest range
of data loggers from any single manufacturer, while PanelPilot creates uniquely easy to use but powerful displays and interfaces. Lascar has also developed its own IoT solution, the EasyLog Cloud, which supports tens of thousands of individual sensors across the globe.
Continuous technological development means Lascar’s family of data loggers utilise varied communication platforms including WiFi, Bluetooth, USB and SMS, and measure numerous parameters including temperature, humidity, voltage, current, pressure, events and carbon monoxide.
All EasyLog products are specifically designed to provide the best possible ease of use, whilst the free software gives users an intuitive interface with which to assess data – the temperature of a given room, for example – as well as receive reports and manage their date logging solutions remotely and securely.
The PanelPilot range covers display technologies from full-colour capacitive touch TFTs, through LED and LCDs and recently added e-paper too. The top-end ACE range are perfect for easily configured industrial process control, as an alternative to high-cost dedicated HMI units, and can also carry out multi-parameter data logging. Other products
include full colour and LCD panel
meters, while the low power consumption of the e-paper display makes it perfect for hand-held equipment.
Lascar’s EasyLog range is used worldwide in an enormous variety of markets and end uses, and a brief selection of key sectors would have to include vaccine storage and the pharmaceutical cold chain, the food and beverage industries, industrial automation, facilities management, outdoor environmental data, agricultural and animal welfare, museums and exhibitions, and the energy and marine industries.
Essentially, wherever you have an asset or facility that needs monitoring, Lascar Electronics’ solutions have it covered.
T 01794 [email protected]
Championing continuous innovation and product development
Industrial Process News is pleased to announce ICS Robotics and Automation as our Robotic Systems Company of the Month;
the Southampton based ICS Robotics has led the way in the design and manufacture of a range of automated robotic systems for 30 years, earning praise for consistently delivering their expert solutions for a variety of industries.
ICS Robotics’ strapline ‘making robots work for you’ speaks volumes about the specialists, and though it is a simple motto, it perfectly epitomises what ICS Robotics stand for and the principles which guide operations on multiple levels. I had the pleasure of speaking to ICS Robotics’ Mike Payne, who expanded a little on how this motto translates into the practice
of the company on a day-to-day basis. “At ICS we don’t just provide a robot in a box,” Mike tells me. “We provide the whole system managing the complete lifecycle of the project from concept through to delivery and beyond. As well as the robot systems we can also provide component fixturing, alongside a wide variety of special purpose equipment, as part of a complete package.”
It soon becomes clear that ICS Robotics is a customer-focused company; a commitment to ensuring complete satisfaction for the customer is of similar importance to the quality of the automated system itself.
“ICS is known as one of the UK’s leading suppliers of automated welding systems, although our experience of robotic systems spans far beyond the reach of welding. We deliver a variety of solutions from automated handling to visual inspection.” Always striving to innovate and provide the latest technologies, ICS has now added laser welding to their broad range of joining solutions.
“An emerging technology within the industry; laser welding offers a greater degree of accuracy and quicker weld times. ICS is one of the few companies in the UK offering a laser welding solution.”
Since its release in 2017, the ‘ICS ProCell’ has had a great deal of success within the industry. “The
ProCell’s many available options”, Mike explains, “allow it to be configured for a multitude of tasks such as Mig/Tig welding, handling, assembly, vision inspection, glue application and much more.” The key to the success of this relatively new range of robotic systems can be attributed to the manner in which ProCell has changed the way companies are thinking
about their automated processes. “The ability to quickly and effortlessly reconfigure, repurpose, and reposition the robot cell has been key to the ProCell’s popularity.”
This diversification of ICS Robotics’ product range goes hand in hand with the company’s expansion into new industries and client bases. Traditionally, ICS Robotics’ main customer base has been tier one automotive manufacturers – and they still are – with over 140 automated systems having being installed in this industry alone. Industry giants such as Jaguar Land Rover, Toyota and Honda have all benefited from parts being welded by ICS Robotics’ welding cells. With ICS developing their systems for other applications such as handling, inspection and assembly; there is no limit to the number of industries ICS Robotics can manufacture for.
T 02380 [email protected]
ICS Robotics – ‘Making robots work for you’
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Established in 1976 – packing over 40 years of experience and expertise in their field – Cap Coder are based in Oxfordshire, and has been a family
run business ever since its inception. Founded on trust and integrity, it truly is a company that cares, driven by a strong ethical code to do right by the customer. This is one of the many benefits of using Cap Coder, you’re guaranteed to have your needs put first by a team of technical experts eager to create a bespoke solution for the customer.
Cap Coder specialise in the design and manufacture of bespoke and standard machines for capping, coding, and filling applications. Cap Coder is well established in its field, serving a wide range of industry sectors, including: toiletries, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, complimentary medicines, chemical, food and beverages. Within these sectors there is a wide range of products Cap Coder’s machines can be designed for use with, from nail varnish to nasal spray, from tomato sauce to paint – Cap Coder have it covered.
All products can be handled by Cap Coder’s machines, including all shapes and sizes of bottles, jerry cans and other bottles, tamper evident caps, pump action spray caps and trigger spray caps.
Aside from the versatility and adaptability of Cap Coder’s machines to suit customer’s specific needs, Cap Coder also offer customers unparalleled customer service. Offering a proactive and supportive service, once the client has bought a machine, the customer’s experience does not end there.
Offering an excellent technical support service, experts from Cap Coder will be at hand to service machines and provide and change spare parts.
The team at Cap Coder pride themselves on getting to know the customer, gaining a deep understanding of their needs before undertaking any project. Delivering first class and flexible results, Cap Coder has its finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest technological developments in the industry. Seeking to continually adapt and respond to changes in the engineering and packaging industries, Cap Coder is constantly developing new products.
Its machines are ideal for a wide range of industries, and are all accredited to 9001-2008 build standard and come supplied with a Certificate of Conformity/Incorporation. The array of machines is impressive, meaning there is no company too big or too small for Cap Coder, and no project too specific. From screw cap tightening (to a desired torque), press on capping, plug insertion (including brushes, roll-on deodorant balls, and dispensing nozzles), liquid filling, agitator ball insertion, conveyor, and ATEX zone 1 and 2 compliance; Cap Coder have it covered.
Moreover, all of the machines are made in England and designed in-house, with this ensuring the
team have complete control over the entire manufacturing process. The end result? Capping, coding and filling machines which are second-to-none in quality.
T 01865 [email protected]
Print & Packaging News
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Electrical, Electronics & Enclosures News
IDEAL Networks has launched NaviTEK IE, the first purpose
built handheld network tester, designed for commissioning, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of PROFINET Industrial Ethernet networks, plus standard Ethernet IP networks. The new, rugged NaviTEK IE copper and fibre troubleshooter has been developed to simplify the process of testing both cabling and networks in Industrial Ethernet networks that utilise the PROFINET protocol. Previously, a laptop with specialist software would be required to identify and test network nodes and configuration, which could prove cumbersome in these typically ‘desk-free’ environments. The tester offers all the same features as the popular IDEAL Networks NaviTEK NT Pro, but with a range of additional tools specific to the needs of Industrial Ethernet, where packet delivery time is critical for operation. For instance, the system health check feature on NaviTEK IE enables frontline technicians to pinpoint potential issues before they become network failures and result in downtime. With an easy-to-understand traffic light system, the health check provides a quick indication of how each device is performing. Clicking on each device provides further details of the issues discovered so corrective actions can be taken. The tester uses Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) to provide accurate distance to fault data, testing every wire in the data cable, not every pair, to help isolate issues that other testers cannot find and can be customised to support standard and non-standard cabling configurations. For more information, visit www.idealnetworks.net.
Handheld industrial ethernet network and cable tester
Kwikpac are enthused to be celebrating their 25th year in the packaging industry and are on track for even further
growth in 2019! Having grown from strength to strength each year, today they are renowned as the trusted UK packaging and strapping specialist.
They attribute their success to hard work, dedication, their
staff and most importantly their customers. Kwikpac are a trusted team of packaging specialists, helping new and long-standing customers build a more cost-effective, efficient & comprehensive packaging process. This is achieved through on-site face-to-face consultations, easy online ordering & expert over the phone advice.
Kwikpac offer high-quality, affordable packaging supplies, with a large range of Bondmarked™ brands in their portfolio, covering protective packaging, strapping, stretch film, shrink film, banding tools and packaging machinery.
With extensive premises, UK wide deliveries and an ever-expanding team of product specialists, Kwikpac are committed to continuous improvement, devising efficient packaging solutions and encouraging innovation.
Kwikpac strives to put their customers at the heart of everything they do and their customer-centric approach and reputation is clear to see from their 5-star ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating.
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Kwikpac Packaging – Celebrating 25 years in business!
The new Rebo SMS R1 colour and cut desktop sign and labelling system from Rebo Systems
in the Netherlands will produce process labels, maintenance labels, equipment labels and safety labels – all from one desktop system.
The R1 can print in multiple colours and cut any shape in minutes and in any number of quantities. This allows users to create one-off labels or multiple labels, in multicolour and in any shape in one process.
The R1 enables creation of: pipe identification, cable identification, tagging, equipment labels, certification marking and generic safety labels from the one device.
Producing mixed output means theR1 can deliver varied quantities of different types of labels in one
single process, controlling costs and with instant delivery. Materials available to the R1 include high durability coloured vinyl’s, low and high strength adhesives, long life outdoor polyesters and difficult surface solutions. The R1 will be at Southern Manufacturing – Stand B185
T +31 35 601 6941
Desktop sign and labelling system
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Health & Safety News
Lanes Group plc has passed five rigorous audits to retain national accreditation for
transport fleet management and safe driving standards. The drainage specialist has achieved, through re-auditing, the Bronze accreditation for its UK transport fleet under the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).
FORS is used by companies operating across the UK to benchmark standards in fleet management and safety.
During February 2019, five different independent
assessors audited five Lanes depots – selected at random as part of the annual accreditation renewal process. All five achieved the required standard. All Lanes drivers covered by the scheme have also completed three online e-learning courses over the last 12 months – a new requirement, in line with moves to make FORS more rigorous year-on-year.
During 2018, the Lanes HSQE team has worked with transport managers to use vehicle tracking data to encourage safe driving by teams based at 22 depots and its Severn Trent Water and Anglian Water utility hubs. This resulted in a 70% reduction
in occasions where the tracking system recorded speeds exceeding road speed limits by 10% or more.
Bronze accreditation confirms that an operator employs good transport practices and complies with the requirements laid out by the FORS Standard. This includes demonstrating dedication to driver and vehicle safety, combined with improving operating practices through effective monitoring of fuel and tyre usage.
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Transport fleet accreditation success boosts road safety
Working in potentially explosive atmospheres is hazardous enough without having concerns that the voltage being
supplied to temporary lighting is no longer within certified limits.
How can anyone be absolutely sure what voltage is being supplied, especially in a typical, long cable FPSO situation? Could it be one volt more or less than the certified safe range? Reassurance is now available from Wolf Safety, whose latest technology gives an immediate warning when voltage either slips below or exceeds certified limits, even by just one volt.
Their SOVI™ technology – it stands for Safe Optimal Voltage Indicator – removes all doubt, giving operators the confidence that temporary lighting is operating safely, effectively and at the optimal voltage.
Unique to Wolf Safety products, the ground-breaking technology is now incorporated into its ATEX and IECEx certified Hazardous Area Temporary Lighting range, further enhancing safety in potentially explosive atmospheres.
It also ensures that a lighting solution is operating effectively and at the optimal voltage. SOVI™ is already incorporated into the LINKEX™ LED TEMPORARY LUMINAIRE LX-400 range as well as the recently updated, market leading LINKEX™ WF-300XL LED FLOODLITE range. New for 2019 is the LINKEX™ LED ATEX EMERGENCY TEMPORARY LUMINAIRE, which features the unique technology.
In the unlikely event that a light is operating at a voltage above the maximum certified limit, the beam will pulse from bright to dim; giving a clear warning that action is needed to ensure that work can continue safely in the hazardous area. However, it is more likely that issues will arise at the lower end of the voltage range. For example, if too many 24-volt lights are strung together and the transformer is overloaded, voltage could drop below the optimal level and light output will reduce incrementally as the input voltage falls.
If this does occur, SOVI™ ensures the light will pulse bright, indicating that the lamp is not within its certified voltage range, though the light itself is still safe as it is certified down to zero volts.
This differs from other ATEX lights, where a reduced voltage supply can lead to the light operating outside the certified, safe voltage range. Wolf Safety’s clear, visual warning system and ‘plug in and play’ format means there is no safety risk in connecting too many lights together.
Says Michael Morley, Wolf Safety’s Technical Director: “Even if operators are working some distance from the lamp they are alerted about a power supply issue and made aware that something needs to be done. If the voltage is too high, the product must be turned off. Without SOVI™, the operator has to check the voltage is correct and safe, while continuing to work in the hazardous area.
In some cases a qualified electrician has to be on hand to do the checks but not with SOVI™, which tells operators when there’s an issue. If input voltage falls below the optimal level SOVI™ lets operators know, so they can stay safe.”
Full details of Wolf Safety temporary lighting incorporating SOVI™ can be found at: www.wolfsafety.com/temporary-lighting
Think you’re safe? Remove doubt by using Wolf Safety’s new voltage alert technology
Italian safety footwear
manufacturer U-Power is proud to launch the exclusive Red-Up collection of stylish, high energy-return, work safety shoes.
Innovative technology has enabled the use of High Rebound Elastopan®, a new material from BASF, in the PU intersole of the Red-Up. This pioneering technology ensures a return of over 40% of energy to the wearer over the entire surface of the foot. Energy is regenerated and given back to the wearer to ensure better performance over time. The high-rebound, affordable, RedUp is also extremely flexible and lightweight, reducing fatigue and improving both posture and productivity.
Perfectly suited to industrial areas, the RedUp shoe comes as ESD, and features Elastopan® memory foam insoles, which take the shape of the foot and improve weight distribution and relieve pressure points, as standard.
Three styles also feature the ground-breaking revolutionary Hypertex Putek® technology, a breathable and water-repellent material that is 20 times more abrasion-resistant than traditional materials. The Red-Up range of 25 different styles boasts all the high-quality protective and safety features that come with a U-Power product, offering excellent shock absorption, an aluminium safety toe cap and a non-metal pierce-resistant midsole. In addition, the Red-Up’s slip-resistance far exceeds the requirements of the European Standards.
For more information, email [email protected], call +44 (0)1543 417241, or go to https://www.u-power.it/en/safety-shoes-collection-red-up
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Water, Energy & Environment News
Industrial Process News is delighted to feature Moixa for our Water, Energy and Environment profile. Moixa is the UK’s leading company
for smart batteries, turning properties into mini power stations through their signature Smart Battery hardware and GridShare software.
In the past, battery energy storage has been regarded as the most efficient solution for energy storage until Moixa produced their home batteries. Revolutionaries within the energy storage market,
Moixa provides properties with cost effective, maintainable and reliable energy storage.
The Moixa Smart Battery is an example of Moixa’s expertise in developing solutions formulated to reduce the impact on the environment, by minimalising carbon emissions and utilising solar energy. This impressive battery enables users to store solar generated energy and provide clean, free energy to households.
Moixa Smart Battery offers battery storage in 3 different sizes optimised for the homes in the UK. Newest addition to the family is the 4.8kWh one, which stores larger quantities of energy than others and exceeds expectations with regards to its output of 2.4kW, notably above the average peak demand
of an everyday household. Its 2.4kW output allows the user to use the energy for most appliances and therefore reduces costs from sourcing/paying for energy from the grid.
A great addition to homes which are larger than others and thus requiring more energy, the Smart Battery turns a household into a miniature power station while also lowering energy bills through its platform, GridShare. GridShare is another way in which Moixa are able to provide renewable, sustainable energy for individuals and businesses. Designed to manage solar panels, batteries and electric vehicles, GridShare provides customers with the ability to share battery capacity with the grid and earn the owner money in return.
A compatible pair, the Moixa Smart Battery and GridShare collaborate harmoniously when used
with solar panels and soon electric vehicles. The use of solar panels enables properties to generate their own energy powered by solar energy, helping customers cut their energy bills down by 60%.
Through Moixa’s GridShare, AI can be used to manage the batteries of electrically powered vehicles in the most economical way. The customer also benefits from the electrical vehicle tariff, whereby if the vehicle is not charged during peak times, the costs associated are less than if you were to charge during peak times.
Another beneficial service which GridShare provides is its accurate prediction of how much solar generated energy will be gained throughout each day, based on weather forecasts.
Thinking of the future, Moixa are committed to their customers and provide solutions for the most effective, sustainable energy storage use. Offering memberships for GridShare, allowing customers to turn profit, while providing larger storage capabilities for users, Moixa combines the latest technology to produce environmentally responsible, customer focussed energy storage solutions – straight to your doorstep.
For any more information please see belowT 02077 341511www.moixa.com
Energy Storage: Turning properties into mini power stations
Responding to water industry demands for a wider variety of fully packaged, factory assembled and tested dosing
plants, WES Ltd has developed a new range.
This development project was initiated when Wessex Water issued a framework tender call for Phosphorous removal systems. It has resulted in greater choice, including packages with storage sizes up to 10,000 litres.
Flexibility, size and costThe first challenge was to make these systems flexible enough to meet all control requirements and other product standards relating to different water utilities and approved suppliers. In particular, an innovative tank solution would
be necessary to ensure compatibility with most chemicals.
In addition to the need for high flexibility, there were size and weight considerations – and then every detail had to be balanced against cost to make the overall price competitive. WES also had to be economical with time and to consider risks in relation to weather effects. On top of everything else, it was essential for WES to establish that it was suitably equipped for all aspects of manufacturing, handling and transporting the largest units.
The perfect package made easyHaving presented an outline plant design, WES worked closely with Wessex Water’s internal Engineering & Construction project team on developing it to meet their specific operational needs. All of these were addressed in a cost-effective and compact package. Even the largest unit could be handled in one lift and transported on a single, non-articulated, flatbed truck.
By fully assembling and testing packages in the factory, build quality was maximised while the amount of on-site installation and commissioning activity was minimised. As well as reducing project delivery time, this mitigated the risks and site management costs associated
with weather impacts and health and safety issues.
Successful co-operationDesign, delivery and installation of the units initially ordered, for dosing of Ferric Chloride and Ferric Sulphate, took 9 months and was complete in summer 2018. So far, WES has received a total of 18 orders for supply of 5,000 and 10,000 litre systems directly to Wessex Water or via its contractors. Importantly, this has established the first formal framework co-operation between WES and Wessex Water.
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Facilities Management & Cleaning News
Following a rigorous 2-day assessment, TC Facilities Management (TCFM) has successfully passed three
external management systems audits including the new ISO 45001:2018 standard. This and the other new 2015 versions for ISO 9001 and the Environmental audit ISO 14001 were all passed without any non-conformities or observations, emphasising the commitment of TCFM’s senior management to these standards.
The audit took place over two consecutive days and included a comprehensive review of company policies and processes. This was to assess TCFM’s approach to the quality (ISO 9001) and safety (ISO 45001:2018) they provide to their customers and colleagues, as well as the measures they take to minimise TCFM’s environmental impact (ISO 14001) from their operations. The new ISO 45001:2018 is believed could help, on a global level, save more lives, reduce accidents further and improve employee morale. Organisations have until March 2021 to make the transition to the new standard that came in 2018, replacing the BS OHAS 18001:2007. TCFM’s achievement in making the transition to the new standards is testament to the work of TCFM’s compliance manager
Richard Grafham who championed the transition. It also emphasises the senior management’s commitment
to these standards. Brian Mold, TCFM’s QHSE Manager said, “The successful transition to the new standard along with the renewal of the established standards clearly demonstrates TCFM’s commitment
to quality and safety in all that we do and is a tremendous reassurance to our customers that
TCFM remains a business you can trust and a huge accolade to all our staff and their hard work.”
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TC Facilities Management (TCFM) has reached the finalist stages of the Corporate Social Responsibility
category, CSSA awards 2019. This is for their work with the British Heart Foundation; the charity that conducts ground-breaking research in to heart and circulatory diseases and their causes.
The winners will be announced next month at an invitation only lunch event, taking place during the Cleaning Show on Wednesday 20th March, 2019, in London.
The CSSA awards recognise and reward excellence and effectiveness across many sectors of the UK Contract Cleaning Industry. The awards have been developed to acknowledge everything that shines within the UK cleaning sector – including great products, great systems, great contractors, and great individuals. The strength of the awards is that they are run for the industry, by the industry and voted for by industry experts.
TCFM’s approach to working with the British Heart Foundation has not only helped them raise funds for their life-saving research through providing specialist cleaning services in their Furniture and Electrical stores across the country, it has seen the many thousands of colleagues at TCFM only a hair-breath away from achieving their annual fundraising challenge of £5K. This has taken them just over 4 months, since the National Charity agreement started in September.
Tony Reed, CEO for TCFM commented: “We’re overjoyed to have been shortlisted for these awards that recognises our commitment to making a difference in people’s lives by the services we deliver as well as playing our part in helping to beat beartbreak forever. “
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Prestigious cleaning award
Manchester based cleaning and facilities service provider, Floorbrite is celebrating after completing a
full rebrand – the first in its 47-year history.
The family run firm will now be known as The Floorbrite Group and has invested around £100k into the rebrand which covers brand development, a website redesign, new signage, a full suite of new vehicle wraps, and an advertising campaign. Combined with a record-breaking turnover in 2018 of more than £18.5 Million, The Floorbrite Group’s rebrand has given clear definition to the firm’s place in the FM and cleaning market.
Nina Wyers, Marketing Director at The Floorbrite Group said: “We’ve been planning the rebrand for a number of years but wanted to wait until the time was right to execute it, this year we’ve got additional plans to extend our premises and put a real focus on employee wellbeing, so it felt like a great way to start the year.
“There’s been a lot of change here in the 47 years since my dad, Martin, set up the company and we felt it was time that we reflected that in the look and feel of the branding, it’s been a really insightful and educating process and we’ve already had amazing feedback from many of our clients and suppliers.”
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The Floorbrite Group’s rebrand
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Drives, Controls & Automation News
Iconsys, the Telford based manufacturing systems integrator, has taken a significant step forward in their continued
expansion plans with the establishment of a regional office in Milton Keynes.
As a leading global drive, control and automation system integrator, Iconsys uses the latest automation technologies to deliver best-in-class solutions to help their customers achieve their business objectives. Iconsys has an outstanding track record of successfully completed projects and with a new office opening in Milton Keynes, this move offers improved geographical coverage of the East Midlands, East Anglia and South East of England.
The new office will house additional staff covering sales and business development, engineering and project management and service/support with initial recruitment already completed. The office will be managed by Rob Watson who comes to Iconsys with over 30 years’ experience in the Industrial drive and automation markets working with Harland Simon. Rob’s team will also consist of two other former Harland Simon employees, Project Engineer Andy Brown and Systems Service Engineer Mark Franklin.
The establishment of a regional office in a central location
and with good transport connections will provide enhanced capabilities to a wider customer base. Utilising available technologies Iconsys enable their customers to increase production, reduce costs, maximise efficiency and maintain the highest product quality.
Nick Darrall, Managing Director at Iconsys, commented on the new establishment: “This is the next step for Iconsys as we pave the way forward for our company. We are now able to offer our bespoke solutions to customers within the radius of Milton Keynes and can further continue to strengthen our customer relationships by providing them with our range of services all from a dedicated south east base.”
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NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has extended its range of single stage NORDBLOC.1 helical gear
units with three larger sizes. The new drive units provide high output torques as well as maximum radial and axial load capacity.
With its single stage NORDBLOC.1 helical gear units the NORD DRIVESYSTEMS range includes innovative drive units with high efficiency and long service life. The drive specialist has now extended its successful series with three larger sizes.
The three new products SK 871.1, SK 971.1 and SK 1071.1 have powers from 0.12 to 45 kW and cover the torque range up to 1,000 Nm. Thanks to optimised bearings, they can reliably handle large axial and radial forces. The robust, cast iron gear units are therefore optimally suitable for pumps and agitators.
The innovative NORDBLOC.1 helical gear units impress with their high efficiencies, compact design and ultimate reliability. They do not have any separating joints or closing caps. This increases the stability of the product and at the same time provides a smoother surface on which neither liquids nor solid materials can accumulate. The FEM-optimised UNICASE housing ensures maximum strength and rigidity.
The modular design provides wide application flexibility due to numerous configuration and mounting options. All variants are available as flange mounted (B5 or B14), or foot/flange mounted versions. Options for IEC and NEMA motor mounting as well as a wide range of equipment variants for shafts, bearings and lubrication can be flexibly implemented.
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Surface Finishing News
Master Abrasives has installed a Micromatic grinding machine in Boneham and Turner
facilities in Nottinghamshire as part of the company’s approach to continue improving machining capacity.
Boneham and Turner is a leading manufacturer and supplier of tooling components and precision engineered components in the UK. The company had two aging grinding machines in their production unit which they were replacing as part of their ongoing improvement program in conjunction with their centenary year celebrations.
Peter Boneham, Managing Director of Boneham and Turner, explained, “We are celebrating our Centenary year in business and as part of our continuous improvement program we have identified a range of areas for improvement. The grinding department was high on our list and after reviewing the offerings on the market we decided to opt for a highly respected company, Master Abrasives in Daventry, who are the sole UK agents for the Micromatic range of grinding machines.
“We chose the Micromatic ECO200U Cylindrical, Semi-Automatic Grinding machine to take over from our existing aging grinding machines
and this proved to be a superb acquisition. The machine was supplied with additional features such as Digital Read Out and micro taper adjustment which helps the operator to achieve the necessary tolerance requirements.”
Master Abrasives encourages manufacturers to visit their grinding and finishing showroom in Daventry in the Midlands where their application engineers can show Micromatic grinding machines’ capabilities in action as well as superfinishing devices, metrology equipment and abrasives.
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Master Abrasives installs Micromatic grinding machine at Boneham & Turner
As the leading global supplier of coatings protective against metal dusting, coking, oxidation and
sulfidation we have listened to what our customers have told us they need and over the last 5 years, extended our furnace capability for long and large components and expanded our capabilities for measurement and control. From nuts and bolts to components up to 18m in length we are unrivalled globally in terms of the range of component dimensions we can aluminise.
Materials suitable for aluminising include mild steel, low alloy steels, cast/wrought stainless steel, nickel-base and nickel iron alloys. We have even aluminised materials marketed as metal dusting resistant, where conditions are such that severe metal dusting occurs.
Aluminising, correctly processed, remains the most effective long term protection mechanism against metal dusting and we have built our reputation for detailed consideration of all processing requirements up over 30 years. As the preferred supplier for an increasing number of customers and their steam reforming technology, we advise, adapt and work alongside to enhance core technology development, whether for ammonia, methanol or hydrogen production, with a superior diffusion coating that is capable of providing years of added protection in the field.
Aluminising capabilities extended
Corrocoat, the Leeds based
leader in anti-corrosion coatings, announce the release of an aerosol-delivered high performance surface tolerant coating system.
Supplied in a convenient, easy to use, single pack 400ml aerosol, application is as simple as breaking the internal seal, shaking the contents and you’re ready to go. No need for scales, mixing containers, mixers, cleaning solvents, brushes or spray equipment.
Based on Corrocoat’s proven Plasmet ZF materials and specially formulated for this application technology, the aerosol contains a high performance glassflake and MIO filled two pack epoxy, with both passivating and rust conversion properties.
With a useable life of many hours and free, easy to change additional nozzles supplied with each kit, the Plasmet ZF aerosol offers a tough, durable coating, ideally suited for small areas of coating damage, rust spotting, small areas of corrosion damage, repairs where a coating has been removed for inspection and many more.
Substrate protection and coating maintenance/repairs, made easy.
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Solenoid Valve Specialists of the Year
Industrial Process News is incredibly proud to announce that Avalco has been selected as our Solenoid Valve Specialists of the Year,
for their outstanding commitment to supplying a comprehensive range of solenoid valves to all types of industry while maintaining excellent customer service.
Established in 1996, they have over 20 years of experience in distributing their extensive stock to manufacturers across the country. They place a heavy emphasis on meeting their customers’ exact requirements, offering friendly and efficient service, high levels of customer care, and complete technical support. Based in Nuneaton, they boast the ability to provide next day delivery, and strive to offer this service wherever possible. Their products are for use in chemical, steam, air, water and vending applications, and include general purpose, techno-polymer, pinch, explosion proof, and high pressure solenoid valves, to name a few. Furthermore, Avalco is fully registered to ISO9001.
Their broad selection of solenoid valves are all manufactured in Italy by their longstanding associate ODE srl. As one of the largest manufacturers of solenoid valves in Europe, ODE srl designs and produces complete lines of the devices for machine and plant manufacturers. They also offer customised solutions, designing
the valves according to their fundamental principles of high quality, adaptability, product reliability, and excellent after sales service.With over 50 years of experience, they are constantly working towards the development of new cutting edge designs for numerous sectors, and have a distribution network that covers all the major countries. Every company in their network has been hand selected for possessing the same level of product knowledge as ODE itself, and
so Avalco are true experts in the supply of these world class solenoid valves.
Having recently made an investment in a new plant and equipment to meet the growing demand, ODE’s solenoid valves are renowned for their reliability with every product being 100% tested. With 50 years’ experience, ODE are constantly striving to develop new products in order to satisfy most industrial sectors, including vending, car wash, automation, medical, food and
beverages, water management, and chemical. ODE srl is also ISO9001:2008, ISO14001 and 18001:2007 certified.
We had the opportunity to talk to Brian Ross, the Managing Director, about Avalco’s successes over the past year: “The past 12 months have gone extremely well for us. ODE srl have increased their production, updated their product range
and hired new staff. All of these developments feed back into our company and mean we can offer more for our customers. We also had a big international meeting in Italy with all the global distributors of ODE. They revealed their range of new products, and we’re pleased to say we can now offer stainless steel filter regulators, which is a very niche market. Last year, our sales were bang on target. In this industry, if you get within 5% of your target, it’s good, and we got it bang on.”
Indeed, Avalco’s sales achievements are a testament to their dedication to maintaining their outstanding services: “It’s very uncertain times at the moment with Brexit, but we’ve done everything we can to ensure we still offer the
same level of service. We’ve increased our stock order to ordering six months in advance in order to continue to guarantee our 24 hour delivery service. Furthermore, last year we moved to new premises so we could expand our portfolio and offer a wider product range for our customers. The new location also has scope for further expansion, which means we can future-proof the company to cope with the ever-expanding demand for our products. We’re in a group with three other companies, Camozzi (automation specialists), Bonomi (valve supplier), and ATAM (electronic component supplier). Together we form The Fluid Power Centre (TFPC) group, and we all work together to help each other out.”
Recently, ODE developed their range of servo-assisted solenoid valves, now supplying 2 1/2” and 3” valves for use up to 5 bar and 15 bar with high pressure versions. Servo-assisted valves provide lower cost and power consumption compared with direct acting valves, while offering the same levels of performance in flow rate and operating pressure.
However, because they need a minimum pressure in order to open the diaphragm, they are not appropriate for zero pressure applications.
One particular product to mention is ODE srl’s revolutionary wireless system of valve control, the +SMART device. It has a PLC and Wi-Fi system integrated into it, and acts as a control system for small machines or complex sub-systems. It is designed to facilitate cabling and operation in every kind of application with all ranges of solenoid valves, and is suitable for integration into Ethernet and fieldbus environments. The user can enjoy straightforward configuration of their entire system using CODESYS, and they can program applications to suit their exact needs. The embedded controller combines economy with flexibility and outstanding performance, and the device can take over control of an entire system or serve as a lower-level controller.
If their last 12 months are anything to go by, Avalco are going from strength to strength, cementing their status as one of the UK’s leading suppliers of high quality solenoid valves and proving they are true specialists in their field. If you would like to find out more information about their full product range and services, head to their website or use the contact details below.
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The UK’s solenoid valve specialists are going from strength to strength
UK Sales Manager, David Ross & Managing Director, Brian Ross accept the Company of the Year award from our journalist