Martin Thirsk, managing director of Energy Technology and Control – global leaders in the design and development of combustion controls and burner control technology – explains how effective combustion control can reduce emissions by up to 10% each year, saving industrial burner operators thousands in energy costs. 

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As we value more bespoke products in both commercial and industrial settings, how can manufacturers ensure they meet demand without compromising on efficiency, cost or quality? Jonathan Wilkins, director at industrial automation parts supplier EU Automation, explores how automation can help manufacturers improve mass customisation.

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In this article Andy Pulley, team leader & product specialist with Atlas Copco Compressors examines the historic issues of noise emissions in factories related to air compressor operation and its effect on workers and productivity. He explains how today’s need for compliance with health and safety noise level regulations has influenced the development of innovative technology to produce a new generation of quiet compressors.

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Developments in smart instrumentation and asset management systems are offering a raft of new opportunities for industrial process operators. David Lincoln, Digital Lead for ABB Measurement & Analytics UK explains the key developments that have taken place and the benefits they can bring in a process environment.

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Keeping abreast of technological innovations is challenging, but what if something as simple as changing your bearings could increase plant productivity and reduce costs? Jane Curtis, bearings product manager at Brammer Buck & Hickman, looks at the potential impact of some of the most recent innovations in bearing technology.

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Advice from Turck Banner on the parameters which matter is is a precision sensor going to the job it is designed for?

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Bob Hitner, marketing manager for SMC Pneumatics explains why he believes a practical approach to Industry 4.0 cuts out confusion

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Siemens has helped one of the world’s most advanced and sustainable paint factories achieve unprecedented levels of speed and efficiency. IP&E finds out more.

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Intercooling is a common practice in compressor technology for reducing the power required for operation. The latest research by Mattei, however, shows that the similar concept of ‘intracooling’ achieves even better results in two-stage compressors. Andy Jones, managing director at Mattei, shares the highlights from the work, which was conducted with the Polytechnic University of Milan. 

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Data analytics is rapidly changing the face of manufacturing, explains Giulia Barbano, project manager, IES & Fulvio Bernardini, STREAM-0D Project Dissemination.

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Jon Condon, Rockwell Automation Country Director, Ireland, considers some of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the industrial sector in Ireland.

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PPMA Total Show 2019 will open its doors at the NEC, Birmingham, from 1 – 3 October for what the organisers say will be the most comprehensive production line event in the UK. 

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Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based predictive analytics can be used to support robot predictive maintenance. Barry Weller, product manager at Mitsubishi Electric, explains more

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Condition monitoring is transforming the once complex and costly business of maintaining mounted bearings, says ABB’s Tristin Hurst.

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​Maintec, the exhibition dedicated to maintenance, reliability and asset management, has announced the first details of its 2019 seminar programme. Conference programme director Andy Pye reveals more.

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When over 200,000 people attended the largest greenfield festival in the world recently, their expectations were of course very high.  This was not simply in relation to the world class music acts they would get to see and hear, but also the opportunity they would have to share in the whole Glastonbury experience.

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Beyond the recent media controversy, 5G has the potential to bring about a fundamental change in the way manufacturers operate. Here Jonathan Wilkins, director at industrial parts supplier EU Automation, explains how 5G can benefit manufacturers.

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Sensor technologies enable robot measurement tasks where there is a growing need for high precision measurements over wide surface areas and where there are requirements for increased flexibility, says Chris Jones, Managing Director of Micro-Epsilon UK.

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Tim Bednall, sales & marketing manager for Wood Automation & Control’s Systems Division, highlights the depth of expertise and talent that UK manufacturers can draw upon to ease the path to automation and, in turn, greater productivity.

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As the use of automation has become more more widespread, so has demand for one of its key enabling technologies - machine vision. In particular, rising demand for quality inspection and increasing migration towards 3D-based machine vision systems is fueling growth. Charlotte Stonestreet casts an eye on some of the latest developments

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The Hi-line range of TUNDRA Fridge Dryers has been designed with energy efficiency and reliability, using modern concepts in air drying.

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The latest generation of innovative INOX valve bodies from Bürkert can eliminate the need for a large number of pipe sections, bends and connections in complex interfaces. Removing a collection of conventional piping greatly reduces space requirements, speeds-up design and installation time and reduces the opportunities for leaks.

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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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The Ceramic and EXSEV Bearings are designed for applications operating in extreme special environments where conventional bearings are not suitable for.

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Bottle and Can Drying for All Sizes, Shapes & Line Speeds

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ICS Cool Energy’s range of rental Air Handling Units are available up to 350kW.

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Electropack is Fulton’s versatile seven-model range designed for steam loads between 29 and 160kg/h.

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True reliability means more than simply continuous operation. It also means a consistent level of performance, minimal energy consumption, and a predictable lifespan - enabling you to be confident in your business planning.

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Thrust ball bearings are divided into single and double direction types.

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State-of-the-art, energy efficient chiller hire is at the core of Carrier Rental Systems. A complete range of chiller rental units are available immediately, from 10kw to 1200kw.

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Available as Single or Double row, Matched Pair and Four Point Contact.

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The quality of compressed air used in breathing apparatus is specified in the European Standard EN12021:2014 "Respiratory protective devices – Compressed Air for breathing apparatus."

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• Blowdown Vessels Blowdown vessels are designed to reduce the pressure of the blowdown discharge from the boiler to atmospheric pressure, and also reduces the blowdown discharge to drain to acceptable temperatures for compliance to water bylaws.

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Oil lubricated screw air compressors from ELGi are the backbone of varied industrial applications. The oil lubricated range of screw compressors offers cost-effective, long-lasting compressed air solutions suitable for light to heavy duty industrial applications.

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Whether it snows or the sun shines, Carrier Rental Systems Heat Pump Chillers can handle all climatic conditions. From -12’C to +45’C the Carrier Rental Systems Heat Pump Chiller Hire range has been developed to provide all year round economical efficiency and operation.

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