MANUFACTURERS AND customers benefit equally from an increase in production efficiency. One way to achieve this is the digitisation of production processes. But what exactly does that mean in practice and to what extent is the ‘smart factory’ changing the way work has been done so far? Phillip Hannesen provides insights into the digital change that is currently taking place in manufacturing at KEB Automation
AS A common carcinogen found in many industrial applications, there is a need to protect against benzene exposure for workers, the public and the environment. It is essential to choose detection instrumentation that is designed specifically to monitor benzene.
When working at height, it is important to consider all potential requirements such as height safety PPE, provision for rescue, safe access, installed lifeline systems, dropped object prevention, training and inspection. However, a 360-approach can help streamline height safety, explains Peter Upcott
Following the launch of its dedicated eLearning platform, a key focus for the British Compressed Air Society’s Training and Development Committee will be continuing to develop its education and training initiatives, while reaching out to young apprentices and graduates and working to increase the number of women in the sector, says Meltem Soydan Middleton Duff
CFTS HAS reminded companies about the importance of ensuring that warehouse equipment continues to meet required safety standards.
‘Committed to Sustainability’ is a new brochure produced by Brammer Buck & Hickman, the UK’s leading supplier of industrial maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and services, in partnership with bearings manufacturer SKF.
TOPTICA PHOTONICS’ TopWave 229 is a new choice for deep UV spectroscopists looking for an easy to use and reliable laser that enables the user to focus on their application rather than worrying about the light source.
WITH BUSINESSES looking for ways to improve their sustainability, protective workwear and laundry services provider, Elis UK, explains how its circular economy approach can help.
The global energy cost crisis and race to net zero mean it’s critical for industry to gain 360-degree visibility of their site-wide energy consumption, says Jakob Gossmann
THOROUGH EXAMINATION accrediting body CFTS is advising equipment owners to check not only who’s doing the assessment, but also the kit they’re using.
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