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Aggreko has cemented its position as a green supplier of temporary power, heating and cooling solutions after being certified to the Carbon Trust Standard and achieving certification to ISO 50001:2018 international standard for energy management. By implementing ISO 50001, Aggreko has committed to reduce its energy consumption, minimise its carbon footprint and promote

Salary levels across the engineering sector continued to grow last year, as the industry witnessed steady salary increases across a variety of job roles, according to new data released by Reed Engineering.

For over 100 years, C.K has been at the forefront of manufacturing, producing high quality products that meet the most demanding needs of trade professionals. C.K products are engineered to offer leading performance, durability, accuracy and strength, all of which are key requirements for professional results. Not content with simply conforming to all relevant international standards, C.K work with design engineers to develop new materials, manufacturing techniques and finishing treatments to push the boundaries of performance.

This ethos is represented in the premium quality of the C.K dextro Screwdrivers range, featuring a precision machined tip for an exact screw fit and damage free screwdriving.  An ergonomically shaped handle allows for increased comfort, control and safety in use and quality long-lasting, Molybdenum-Vanadium-Steel blades ensure exceptional strength and durability. In addition, the C.K Redline VDE Insulated Pliers and Cutters offer a great range of features and benefits including: Two component, ergonomic design with anti-slip horns for increased comfort, control and safety; Induction hardened jaws for outstanding durability and cutting jaws with C.K optimised geometry, for unsurpassed cutting performance. This is achieved with Special alloy steel, which is drop forged, hardened and tempered for strength and durability. VDE approved and individually tested to 10,000V for safe live working up to 1,000V.

With a great choice in power tool accessories, C.K offers everything professionals need to power through jobs quickly and efficiently; including, ProCobalt Holesaws Sheet Steel; Flat Bits, Fast4 Sheet Steel Holesaws; HSS Drill Bits; Step drills; Auger bits; Concrete drill bits.

C.K Cobalt Holesaws provide a superior cutting performance.  These quality holesaws are constructed from premium grade cobalt alloy steel with hardened vari-pitch teeth for fast, clean cutting of holes in steel, stainless steel, die cast metals, nail embedded wood, hardwood floors, plywood and plastics. C.K’s Fast4 Sheet Steel Holesaws are constructed from tough cobalt alloyed steel and will cut steel faster than standard holesaws, with a smoother cutting action to reduce burring. 

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Brammer Buck & Hickman, the UK’s leading distributor of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) products and services, and part of the Rubix Group, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Bearings specialist microsite: bearings.rubix.com

Every year Brammer Buck & Hickman sells more than 100 million bearings from the largest, most comprehensive bearings range and stock. It’s product knowledge and technical support is second to none, and advice is available to all customers at any time from its expert design and engineering specialists.

By Mark Guest, Rittal’s Product Manager for IT Power Distribution

For most companies, reducing energy consumption across their business is an on-going imperative.  The arguments for doing so are overwhelming, whether in connection with lowering the organisation’s carbon footprint or reducing overheads. 

By Emma Ryde, Rittal’s Product Manager for Industrial & Outdoor Enclosures The journey towards digital transformation is a somewhat daunting one for many manufacturing companies.
Rittal’s teams work in partnership with manufacturing and industrial companies to deliver IT infrastructure that supports digital transformation and Industry 4.0 technology, including edge computing platforms.

Industries and facilities around the world face challenges linked to the maintenance of pipework, tanks, and vessels. Damage and deterioration of pipes, valves and fittings are a widespread problem and occur due to corrosion, erosion, thermal cycling, and chemical attack. In order to save energy costs and reduce waste, companies are recognising the importance of insulating their equipment to prevent heat loss and increase efficiency, however, this creates another issue, corrosion under insulation (CUI). CUI is a major issue which occurs on equipment operating in low, ambient, and high-temperature environments. The role of insulation for heat conservation is crucial, but also shielding personnel from burns when working with hot machinery and equipment is extremely important as metallic surfaces at ≥ 60°C can lead to hot burns when touched. Moreover, equipment operating in low temperatures and sub-zero conditions can result in ice-build-up, condensation and dripping of water, increasing slipping hazards and provoking ice burns when handled at < 0°C. In this case, it is essential that the insulating material possesses anti-icing properties. Various solutions are available in the market such as traditional insulation, barriers or guards and water-based coatings. However, individually, they do not hold all the requirements to insulate machinery and equipment whilst also providing corrosion prevention and personnel protection from potential contact burn injuries.

The contract involved the installation of four Speedor Storms and four Hart roller shutters, three of them insulated.

Gordon Kipling, Hart’s North East’s sales manager, says the contract was for work at Nissan’s on-site plastics processing plant. “Working in a “live” environment has been challenging, with time pressured dates for certain parts of the project,” says Mr Kipling.

For any business the need to increase IT flexibility, boost corporate agility and lower operational costs are all critical factors to future success. These are some of the key areas that Rittal’s team will be on hand to discuss at Data Centre World 2020.

Rittal’s advanced IT infrastructures and streamlined processes are designed to drive business competitiveness, alongside solutions to help companies stay abreast of global innovation.

Its modular resources, including the renowned RiMatrix S modular system, are now a preferred solution for IT professionals across a range of industry sectors including financial institutions, manufacturing companies, the oil/gas sectors and the military.

Award-winning innovation from Vert Technologies has joined other leading Scottish products in a wall of fame display at the First Minister’s office in the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.

Vert’s patented Conical Rotary Compressor (CRC) technology is one of just a dozen brands and devices featured under the “Flying Scotsman” banner. The display aims to highlight Scottish products with a global impact.