IN A first of its kind demonstration, a six-legged robot has shown how it can inspect wind turbine bolts autonomously, eliminating the need for technicians to loosen and retighten thousands of bolts per wind turbine as part of routine maintenance.

[Read More]

MANY PEOPLE may consider industrial lubricants to be a secondary consideration to machine specification. However relying on a thin film of liquid to separate moving parts, reduce friction and dissipate heat efficiently can mean achieving enhanced production efficiencies in machining costing many thousands of pounds, and at the same time reducing machinery downtime, David Wright, director general of the United Kingdom Lubricants Association (UKLA) explains.

[Read More]

AMID CURRENT headwinds such as rising energy prices, supply chain disruption and labour shortages putting pressure on manufacturers, businesses across the UK are looking to improve productivity and efficiency. In this context, the need for plant managers to know exactly how every machine across the factory floor is performing is more vital than ever and digitisation can play a key role, explains Iwona Kandpal, industrial digital technology specialist for the Made Smarter Adoption Programme in the North West

[Read More]

AN INCREASING emphasis on energy, the ongoing importance of preventative maintenance and condition monitoring, and the impact of Industry 4.0 were among the talking points discussed by exhibitors at this year's Maintec in Birmingham.

[Read More]

IGNORANCE IN relation to lifting in industrial plants can result in severe consequences, so managers need to pay serious attention to their equipment and service providers. Ross Moloney, CEO at the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), offers guidance on how to achieve best lifting practice.

[Read More]

WHEN IT comes to repairing or overhauling Ex rated equipment, the competency of the repair provider is critical to end-users maintaining the safety of their sites and staff, says Karl Metcalfe, technical support at the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades.

[Read More]

ALL THE skills and knowledge gained throughout your career as a plant engineer mean that you are uniquely different from your peers. These attributes set you apart from them and mean that when you are ready to make the next step up in your profession you feel equipped to do so.

[Read More]

Keeping your racking in good working is essential for creating a safe environment, meeting your legal obligations and your business running efficiently, says SEMA president Jaap Vos.

[Read More]

WHILE INVESTING in the latest machinery helps maximise efficiency, it's not an option that is available to all businesses. Given this, it's important for companies to maximise the benefits of their existing machines. One way to do this is by prolonging their operating lifespan through accurate and effective maintenance cycles, explains the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA).

[Read More]

With the recent launch of its 10% Taskforce campaign, designed to help operators avoid unnecessary compressed air wastage, Vanda Jones, executive director at the British Compressed Air Society explores how a comprehensive maintenance plan can be implemented as part of an ongoing energy reduction programme.

[Read More]

Welcome to the Essential Guide to Maintenance Management 2020-21, brought to you by the team behind the market leading Industrial Plant & Equipment magazine.

[Read More]

Rolls-Royce and Qatar Airways have been using Virtual Reality (VR) to train engineers, in a first for the two companies.

[Read More]

The Combustion Engineering Association (CEA) has developed a library of guidance documents to share members' many years of experience on steam and hot water systems with the wider industrial population who need to work on and manage this equipment. David Kilpatrick, director CEA, provides an overview

[Read More]

Educational programmes at industry shows have become quite a crowded field in recent years, so it can often take some research to identify those that stand out. Our intention was to put our badge towards a CPD programme that truly delivered dynamic and progressive content.

[Read More]

Four months out from the 2019 Maintec Exhibition and Conference, the conference programme is rapidly taking shape, with around 80% of the speaking slots now committed. Andy Pye updates us.

[Read More]

Today, it’s widely understood that technological investment brings success. Manufacturers who choose to modernise will gain increased outputs, higher quality and less wastage on the factory floor – ultimately allowing them to improve profitability and succeed in the industry.

[Read More]

Three new lifting products have been introduced by Konecranes.

[Read More]

Curtis UK provides advanced control system technology for electric vehicles and equipment used in the UK materials handling industry. It is also a leading supplier of traction battery chargers and safety equipment for materials handling equipment.

[Read More]

SKF training programmes are helping businesses across the UK to provide first class services by building a base of employees with a deeper understanding of industrial processes and applications.

[Read More]

Fast to use, light to carry and featuring a convenient internal database for results storage, portable appliance testers in Megger’s new professional range are available in versions optimised to suit the needs of all types of users who regularly carry out PAT testing. Key benefits of the new instruments include rapid start up, instant restart after temporary disconnection when moving between test locations and optional barcode support to aid rapid asset identification.

[Read More]

Since its launch last year, the Loctite® website for maintenance experts has helped many thousands of visitors to select the best product for task. It consolidates all you need to know on the extensive Loctite® range for maintenance, repair and overhaul on one, easy to navigate, information hub.

[Read More]

Andy Jones, general manager at Mattei, explains why regular servicing and maintenance is essential to ensure compressors are operating efficiently and safely.

[Read More]

Following demand from the logistics industry, Hörmann is now offering multi-brand servicing as part of its 24/7 repair and maintenance support for industrial doors and loading bay equipment.

[Read More]

Berlin – Raytek expands the modular MI3 infrared sensor series, adding new communication boxes for integrating the digital temperature sensors into process control systems.

[Read More]

Choice of Setup - Shire solutions can be effortlessly operated online through an internet connection (hosted) and on mobile devices.

[Read More]

The results have been counted and the winners are in! Gardner Denver's quest to find the oldest working CompAir and Hydrovane compressors has been a resounding success with entries received from across the UK and the company is proud to announce the two winning entries.

[Read More]

The Workmate Planned Maintenance & CMMS Software system provides affordable and easy to use functions for engineers, to help maintain plant, facilities and equipment.

[Read More]

BSRIA Instrument Solutions is a leading supplier of specialist test and measurement instruments to Industry. It has built its reputation by providing the most reliable and advanced test equipment from leading manufacturers supporting it with a high level of customer service and technical support to meet with its client’s requirements and expectations.

[Read More]

igus® has been at the forefront of the plastic industry since 1964, and is one of the largest producers of injection moulded plastic bearings and reinforced plastic cable carriers in the world. The globally recognisable product lines include e-chain cable carriers, chainflex flexible cables, iglidur plastic bearings and robotic applications to name but a few.

[Read More]

Electrical and Hydraulic Systems need regular check-ups in order to maintain peak operational performance. Paul Hickman, an expert in drive technology at Bosch Rexroth, says that all-too-often end-users neglect to give these vital pieces of equipment the TLC they deserve.

[Read More]