In these dark days of preoccupation with personal and economic survival it may be judged understandable but unwise to overlook the important issue of production equipment health, a consideration which will be vital in our eventual recovery back to full productivity across the industrial landscape, asserts Alexander Pavlov, General Manager, Atlas Copco Compressors UK & Ireland

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Ask a manufacturer for their thoughts on green business and, privately, they may tell you that it does not necessarily equate to good business. Probe a little deeper and they might even tell you that you can have one or the other – sustainability or profitability – but not both, asserts Graham Coats, Sales Director at CMCNV

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Arigna Fuels in County Roscommon in Ireland is an innovative company that converts biomass into a high energy, high density and greener fuel with the same burning characteristics as many existing fossil based fuels.  It developed its own pioneering processing system based around torrefaction (the process of heating biomass in the absence of oxygen) to achieve this. Chris Horsley, Director - Process Engineering Division, Babcock Wanso, explains more.

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One of the oldest breweries in the world, Einbecker Brewery, has upgraded its existing compressed air units to the Ultima technology from leading compressor manufacturer CompAir, predicting to cut energy costs at the facility by up to 25 per cent.

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Continuing to run equipment on recycled refrigerant, exempt from the imminent F-Gas ban on 1st January 2020, is an expensive risk to take due to expected supply and demand issues, warns Aggreko.

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According to James Thompson, managing director of Gen-C, an independent CHP parts and service provider, the following five smart upgrades can transform any gas engine into a more efficient and profitable piece of kit

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The ‘as-a-service’ business model has redefined the way we access information technology because it gives businesses better control over their IT. Now, the same model is delivering compelling benefits for energy, says Kimberly Littlefield of Enel X.

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Loss of power or data can be catastrophic for industrial plants, affecting both operational efficiency and safety. It is therefore critical to specify cable protection correctly to ensure uninterrupted performance.

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Veolia, is urging organisations to re-think their energy policies in light of recent power losses.

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When insurance inspectors recommended that 10 heating and hot water boilers at a leading UK University be replaced due to substandard quality, it was discovered that the original supplier had not only switched production of its boilers without informing the university, but worse still, was itself no longer trading. Thankfully, expert assistance from renowned hot water and steam specialist, CFB Boilers, helped to solves the issue.

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There are many variables to consider when specifying cable protection, such as the choice of material, new or retrofitted options or even whether to opt for bespoke-designed cable protection. Flexible conduit manufacturer, Flexicon, explores the options available to ensure the specification suits the application.

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A common question in the compressed air industry is choosing between a rotary vane and reciprocating (piston) compressor. Steve Downes, Hydrovane Sales and Product Manager at Gardner Denver, looks to settle this debate, outlining why rotary vane technology is often more suitable for those seeking a long-term compressed air solution.

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Manufacturers and installers of energy efficient lighting solutions Ecolighting has recently installed new LED lighting at the Butcher’s Pet Care warehouse facility in Crick to upgrade the company’s previous systems. 

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Following recent energy shortages across Ireland, companies are being urged to adopt alternative energy solutions. Aggreko says its bridging gap service can help Irish industry start the process of implementing a decentralised energy solution.

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A report into the global air compressor market has found that oil-free air compressors are expected to increase their share of the market. However, oil-free compressors can come at a higher price than oil-lubricated equivalents, can be less energy efficient, cost more to maintain and still require downstream filtration to ensure ‘oil-free’ air. So are they the most appropriate option? Andy Jones, managing director at Mattei, explains why he thinks oil-free compressors aren’t as infallible, or ne

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Martin Cooke, technical director for Baltur in the UK, discusses the considerations to bear in mind when selecting a replacement industrial heating system.

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In this issue of IP&E, the news from the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) is that it has welcomed its new president, Jason Morgan, and said a well-deserved congratulations to the winner of this year’s Primary Engineer Rogers Knight award

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Free cooling is a fast, effective and economical way for industrial end-users to reduce process cooling energy costs, in some cases by up to 80%. Get the specification right and the system can pay for itself within 18 months; get it wrong and the investment may fail to live up to expectations. Richard Metcalfe, director – UK & Ireland Sales & Service at ICS Cool Energy looks at the pros and cons of two of the most popular types of free cooling systems. 

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A consistent supply of clean, dry compressed air is essential to many sectors, but it can require a considerable amount of energy to produce. Here, Andrew Power, country manager at Gardner Denver, details some simple steps that operators can take to improve energy efficiency and bottom line profitability

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When making the choice between a vane or screw compressor, there are a number of different areas for consideration. Amongst these, the most important are the long-term factors, as these will paint the most accurate picture of which technology is likely to offer the greatest benefits. Andy Jones, managing director at Mattei, examines four key areas to take into account when making a compressor selection

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Fronius offer solar solutions that last. For decades of sunrises to come.

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The ideal replacement for HID, halogen or fluorescent industrial lighting – LUMiLife high bays are designed for use in warehouses, airports, shopping centres, cold storage, manufacturing plants and fulfilment operations.

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The J Series is designed to meet the steam raising requirements for process steam across industrial, pharmaceutical, medical, food and drinks industry applications.

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As the name suggests, the Jumbo 150 Archotherm heater is one of the largest we have available at Ideal Heat Solutions. Adaptable and versatile, a 2 or 4-way splitter can be added to this Jumbo unit so it can be ducted up to 160m.

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The Verderflex® OEM range of tube pumps are designed for panel mounting or incorporation into 3rd party machines that need an accurate, low maintenance dosing solution that can be found in many applications such as printing, packaging, chemical dosing, vending machines, water treatment and more.

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KING’S BOILER HIRE are the UK’s largest providers of temporary industrial boiler plant.

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A compact high efficiency electric steam boiler, designed for applications with small steam demands, such as laboratories, clothing industries, or food processing.

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Fulton’s FB range can be configured for gas, oil or dual-fuel installations and for either steam or hot water applications.

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The 1.2MW containerised boiler is the largest of our ready-made packaged plant room systems. It’s able to provide consistent heat up to 90°C for heat and hot water requirements in many different demanding environments.

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Thermal fluid heaters are suitable for process applications requiring temperatures 32°F or above 350°F.

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Reach heights between 4.20m - 10.00m

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ERIKS Flexible Ducting Products include a complete range of Flexible Ductings, Suction & Delivery Hoses.

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A Mobile Yard Ramp is the best solution for safe and efficient loading and unloading of containers and trailers by forklift truck when no dedicated loading bay is available

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150 litre to 500 litre capacity -40 to +80c with humidity option if required

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Available in a wide selection of lumen outputs, colour options and beam angles, the best-selling LUMiLife GU10 range offers premium light quality and coverage – while operating at a lower power consumption than traditional spotlights – for maximum long-term savings.

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