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Lowering energy costs with plate heat exchanger insulation

While pipework is always insulated, it’s less common to see insulation on plate heat exchangers. To ensure optimal operation and efficiency, insulation jackets will reduce energy spend with short-term payback, and can be fitted to any size of device, says Tony Church

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Going large

The protection of large premises from fire presents a specific challenge for system designers. The first issue to address is the rapid and reliable detection of smoke. Experience has shown that optical beam smoke detectors offer an excellent solution, says Nigel Ward

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Heat exchanger specification and product identity

When it comes to choosing the right heat exchanger, the biggest factor is the nature of the materials being processed and the client’s requirements for the finished product – something that we refer to as the product identity, says Matt Hale

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Sustainability begins at home

Combilift’s commitment to sustainable operations begins on its doorstep, while its products are helping customers in over 85 countries to reduce energy consumption for more environmentally friendly operation, says Martin McVicar

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A weather eye on safety prescription eyewear

Safety prescription eyewear plays a vital role in helping to reduce workplace injuries to the wearer and those around them, while those with lapsed eye tests should make it a priority to get a check-up, says Clair Weston

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Taking risk out of manual handling

The rate of musculoskeletal disorders in the logistics industry is 50% higher than the national average, while manual handling injuries cost businesses in the sector lost working days each year, but a balanced training approach could help, says Alex Samson

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