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05 March 2020
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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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28 November 2019
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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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19 November 2019
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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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21 November 2019
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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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10 March 2020
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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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05 November 2019
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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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07 December 2019
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Veolia, is urging organisations to re-think their energy policies in light of recent power losses.
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05 November 2019
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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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29 October 2019
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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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24 October 2019
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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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08 October 2019
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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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24 September 2019
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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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26 March 2019
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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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13 March 2019
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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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29 November 2018
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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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23 November 2018
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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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20 November 2018
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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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16 November 2018
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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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15 November 2018
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Fluid Heater installations are generally at the simpler end of the spectrum when compared to a complex steam plant, so it came as something of a surprise to Babcock Wanson UK when it was approached by a company asking if it could create a 1MW fluid heater to operate at 275 bar pressure and reach a temperature 490°. Chris Horsley, managing director, explains more
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16 November 2018
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Power grids are becoming digital jungles. Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, smart meters and integrated cloud services are bringing new considerations for organisations in relation to hackers, cyber security and data protection. Here, Martyn Williams, managing director of energy software expert Copa-Data UK, explains how software is playing an important role in securing networks of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) in the energy industry.
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