Print everything you need, where you need it! With the first transportable printer to deliver 101.60 mm wide labelling without cords or limits. Automated identification and data capture specialist Brady Corporation launches a new type of hybrid label printer that offers industrial label printing performance in a cordless, portable design.

Larger labels

Brady´s new BradyPrinter i4311 is designed to bridge the gap between stationary benchtop label printer power and mobile flexibility. A well-known limitation for most mobile label printers is the maximum width of the label. Brady´s i4311 marks the new maximum label width at 101.60 mm for connected label printing systems that retain true portability.

The larger print width brings a lot more applications into the mobile label printing range, including perforated work-in-progress tags, common size rating plates and larger cable tags, wraps, sleeves, asset labels, component labels and GHS-compliant chemical labels.

Cut the cord

No need to look for power outlets with the i4311. The printer is powered by a battery that can handle 5000 large labels on a single charge. Swapping batteries has been made easy and they can be charged in 3.5 hours.

Easy to integrate

The new BradyPrinter i4311 can print labels from phones, tablets and laptops, and even from central company systems using Brady´s software development kit or ZPL support. In addition to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, the i4311 also features ethernet and USB-C connections. 

The printer´s on-board 7´´ (17.78 cm) touch screen offers both on-device support as well as the capability to print labels directly from the printer. Users can store on average different 85 000 label templates in the printer that can be completed with an on-board ´fill in´ option, fully responsive to your touch.

Industry feedback

Brady also revealed i4311 printer features that were developed with close involvement from the company´s long-standing customers. As a result, the printer´s footprint was limited to 23 x 23 x 33 cm and 5.9 kg and the device´s easy-to-grip handle was optimised.

A battery-saver was also added for when the printer is not in use and battery-swapping was made even easier.

Portable benchtop

Right in the middle of Brady´s mobile label printer and industrial benchtop label printer line ups now sits the BradyPrinter i4311: a portable printer with the company´s benchtop industrial printing capabilities.

Compatible with more than 1300 Brady label parts, the i4311 can print on a majority of Brady´s reliable, laboratory-tested label materials. Just like other Brady printers the i4311 includes LabelSense technology to automatically set label material burn, size and pre-print settings as soon as a label roll is loaded.

The company´s newest label printer also works with a host of free Brady Express Labels mobile apps. These enable users to select text in an image file for example, and import it for printing on a label. Or to read barcodes with a phone and send them to the printer. With a commanding voice, labels can even be printed completely hands-free, using BradyVoice, a smartphone microphone and the BradyPrinter i4311.

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Industrial superfinishing is defined by a wide range of highly specialized processes – from grinding and honing to superfinishing, lapping, and polishing. With sister companies such as Nagel Technologies, Gehring Technologies, Gehring Diato, KADIA, FLP Microfinishing, O.ERRE.PI. and ELGAN, the Nagel Group brings together this full spectrum of technologies in a uniquely comprehensive portfolio.

In theory, this setup enables seamless coverage of the entire superfinishing value chain – from grinding and honing to superfinishing, lapping, and polishing. Tooling plays a pivotal role: companies such as Gehring Diato and ELGAN develop cutting and abrasive tools based on diamond, CBN, or ceramic materials, each tailored to the specific technology and machining task. The portfolio ranges from grinding wheels for machining hard-coated brake discs to advanced cutting materials designed to generate friction-optimized surfaces.

One roof, many technologies – and the freedom to choose the best solution

The real strength of the Nagel Group, however, lies not only in its technological breadth, but in the structured interaction between its sister companies. Machines, tools, process expertise, and component know-how remain integrated within a single system. For users working with sensitive components – in industries such as automotive, hydraulics, defense, e-mobility, and aerospace – this translates into shorter coordination paths, significantly reduced project complexity, and clear overall responsibility for the machining result, even across multiple technologies.

Process integration in practice: how users benefit from end-to-end solutions

How this technological breadth translates into real-world applications becomes particularly evident in implemented projects across various industries. What matters is not the individual technology, but the targeted combination aligned with specific component requirements. 

A case from the aerospace sector illustrates this approach: an international airline group relocated the maintenance of selected axial piston pumps into its own production. The technical focus was on machining function-critical components, particularly the interaction between raceways and pistons. The solution was realized through the coordinated interplay of honing technology from KADIA and superfinishing processes from Nagel Technologies. By directly linking both processes, a stable and reproducible surface quality was achieved – without additional interfaces.

A comparable approach can be seen in the automotive sector at a leading manufacturer of automatic transmissions. Here, too, the process chain is based on the combination of KADIA honing and Nagel superfinishing. In addition to the precise alignment of machining steps, peripheral systems such as cooling and filtration technology were jointly utilized. This integrated process design enabled cost-efficient series production while meeting demanding requirements in terms of dimensional accuracy and surface functionality.

In the bearing industry, the breadth of the portfolio becomes particularly evident. Grinding processes from O.ERRE.PI. are combined with superfinishing technologies from Nagel Technologies to ensure reliable machining of critical components such as inner and outer rings. Additional process steps can be integrated within the group, enabling the mapping of nearly the entire mechanical process chain for bearing production.

Across all examples, one key insight emerges: technical performance is not the result of isolated processes, but of their intelligent integration – precisely aligned with the component, its function, and the production environment.

Technology Diversity as a Modular System for Precision Process Solutions

How this technological breadth translates into high-performance process solutions becomes evident at the machine level—and, above all, in the interaction of individual technologies:

FLP Microfinishing GmbH demonstrates at the GrindingHub, with its new HE series—particularly the HE540—how multiple superfinishing processes can be integrated into a single machine. Fine grinding, lapping, and polishing are combined within a compact architecture specifically designed for thin-walled and geometrically demanding workpieces. By linking planetary processing systems with fine grinding technology, an exceptionally uniform material removal is achieved alongside superior surface quality. 

For users, the decisive factor is not only precision but process stability: multiple machining steps can be realized within minimal space, without additional interfaces or part transfers. At the same time, the machine is fully geared toward connected production. End-to-end interfaces enable the acquisition and integration of process data across the entire machining chain. Combined with data-driven and AI-supported analytics, this creates a self-learning system that not only monitors processes but continuously optimizes them—a clear advantage for high-volume manufacturers with stringent requirements for transparency and reproducibility.

In the field of honing, Gehring Technologies presents the Deephone 2000, a horizontal honing machine designed for internal diameters ranging from 20 to 600 mm. The combination of internal cooling supplied directly to the point of engagement and in-process measurement—supported by a specially adapted control system (GHC – Gehring Honing Control)—ensures thermally stable machining with continuous process monitoring.

For large, repeatable production volumes, the adapter rod can optionally be equipped with an air supply system. In interaction with the tool, this enables continuous measurement via air back-pressure sensing, with real-time comparison against the honing control system and immediate corrective action where necessary. The key differentiator lies in the closed control loop: tool, machine, metrology, and digital analytics are seamlessly interconnected so that deviations are not only detected but instantly compensated. For users, this results in significantly reduced process variation and greater planning reliability in series production.

KADIA Produktion GmbH + Co. KG complements this spectrum with the second generation of the E line. This ultra-compact precision honing machine targets applications requiring economically efficient high-performance honing. At its core is the LH2x honing spindle with three direct drives, whose high rigidity enables both powerful and highly precise machining.

In combination with the HMC100 measurement and control technology, a fully regulated process is achieved, including continuous bore scanning. With up to 500 measurement values per millimeter, form deviations can be detected and compensated immediately. For users, this means high dimensional and geometrical accuracy alongside reduced cycle times and minimal tool wear. Expanded workspaces, integrated coolant systems, and optional additional processes such as deburring further enhance operational flexibility. 

With solutions such as EcoHone flex, EASYHONE VRX, and the NaShaft Eco superfinishing platform, Nagel Technologies demonstrates how flexible manufacturing concepts can be implemented in practice. Modular machine architectures, standardized interfaces, and short setup times allow rapid adaptation to changing components and batch sizes. Adaptive process controls ensure consistently high surface quality while reducing friction, emissions, and energy consumption of the machined components—delivering clear benefits in both efficiency and sustainability.

In grinding, the sister company O.ERRE.PI. S.r.l. expands the portfolio with the MTD 610 DR-R double-sided surface grinding machine. The system operates with two opposing slides driven by Siemens brushless motors and guided on high-precision roller systems. The grinding spindles are powered by a 30 kW water-cooled asynchronous motor, ensuring constant power output with high thermal stability.

Flexible dressing systems and an automated loading solution guarantee consistent quality and continuous material flow. The Siemens One control system, featuring a large operator panel, is designed for reproducible processes—an essential factor in high-volume production with tight tolerances.

Tool technology plays a central role throughout the entire process chain. Sister companies such as ELGAN Diamantwerkzeuge GmbH & Co. KG and Gehring Diato develop and manufacture diamond and CBN tools as well as precisely matched interface solutions tailored to machine, material, and machining task.

These tools are not standard components but integral parts of the overall process solution. This close coordination creates a deep interlinking of tool and process, which has a decisive impact on process stability, repeatability, and component quality—especially in applications with tight tolerances and high production volumes. Across all sister companies, tools and cutting media are continuously refined and adapted to specific requirements.

The key point: these technologies do not exist in isolation. They can be selectively combined depending on the application—aligned with material, geometry, tolerance requirements, and production volume. “We don’t have to sell a single product,” explains Sören Pöhlsen of the Nagel Group. “Within the group, we select the solution that best fits the customer—both technically and economically.”

For users, this means that instead of being limited to a predefined solution, they benefit from an optimized combination drawn from the entire portfolio. Machine, tool, and process function as an integrated system—an essential prerequisite for stable 

results in the micron range, high repeatability, and consistently controlled series production.

Manufacturing Expertise as the Key to Stable Series Production

A key differentiator compared to many market players lies in the consistent manufacturing expertise of the Nagel Group. Machines, tools, and cutting media are not merely supplied—they are specifically developed, adapted, and precisely aligned with the respective machining task. This provides customers with deep process know-how that extends far beyond the individual machine.

In practice, this advantage is most evident in process stability: variations are reduced, operator influence is minimized, and repeatability is significantly increased. At the same time, tools and processes can be rapidly adapted—for example, when introducing new components, changing materials, or meeting higher quality requirements. “Others adapt their process to an existing tool,” says Sören Pöhlsen. “We can modify the tool so that it perfectly fits the process.”

Especially in complex series production environments with tight tolerances, high volumes, and increasing demands for efficiency and sustainability, this capability creates a clear competitive advantage: processes become more robust, ramp-up phases shorter, and total cost of ownership sustainably reduced.

Clear Value for the Industry

For technical professionals, the benefit is clear: the Nagel Group combines technological diversity with deep expertise in precision and process engineering—exactly where it matters most in machining. The result is a coordinated portfolio that enables the realization of precisely the solution that makes the difference in each specific application.

The Nagel Group and its sister companies can be found at Grinding Hub, Hall 10, Booth C.40.

www.nagel.com

Managing risks, protecting shipments

Invisible forces, extreme conditions, and tight schedules make heavy haulage a risky balancing act – with potentially serious consequences for projects and budgets. After all, what happens if damage to the goods only becomes apparent at the destination or even when the components are put into operation? How can it then be determined beyond a doubt when and where the damage occurred? Modern data loggers provide reliable answers here: They make transport conditions transparent, comprehensively document critical events, and create a reliable database for analysis, verification, and optimization.

Whether in construction, energy, industry, or infrastructure: heavy-haul transport is an integral part of logistics processes for companies in these sectors, including in international projects and across national borders. At the same time, heavy-haul transport is a key factor that contributes to project success and, ultimately, to a company’s competitiveness. However, they always entail a risk, as the safety requirements for the capital goods being transported are high: Since heavy-duty goods often weigh several tons, enormous physical forces come into play during transport – and especially during braking, acceleration, and loading. Compounding this is the high and often asymmetrical center of gravity of the goods, which increases the risk of tipping. Last but not least, changing weather conditions and long periods of inactivity can also affect components, some of which are sensitive. Despite careful planning and elaborate packaging and securing strategies, transport damage is therefore not uncommon – yet it is often not noticed until the goods arrive at their destination, making the frustration all the greater. When and how did the damage occur? Who is responsible for it? And who will compensate for the damage? These questions need to be clarified. This is possible with digital data loggers, which provide concrete evidence.

High risk in time-sensitive projects

This is because digital data loggers comprehensively document critical events during transport. “Heavy hauls are always critical for companies,” says Josia Fritz, Product Manager at ASPION. The German high-tech company, which specializes in modern sensor technology, develops shock and climate data loggers specifically for the transport of high-value capital goods. Fritz is therefore well aware of the challenges companies face with heavy-haul transport and understands the consequences that transport damage can entail: “Especially in highly time-sensitive projects, transport damage can lead to significant delays and result in financial losses,” says Fritz.

Even minor transport damage can cause significant delays because the system components are usually custom-made and cannot simply be reordered. Many system components are sensitive to excessive mechanical or climatic stress – even when no external damage is visible. “Defects are therefore often only discovered during assembly or commissioning,” notes Fritz. “This further complicates the situation.” While transport insurance generally covers the damage, this is only the case if companies can prove that the goods were actually damaged during transport. However, without concrete data, this is difficult, if not impossible.

Recording temperature, humidity, and mechanical load

Modern data loggers close this information gap. They continuously record parameters such as temperature, humidity, and mechanical load like vibrations or tilt, and store relevant events with timestamps. The respective threshold values are individually tailored to the specific component for each project. Mounted directly on the equipment or its transport rack, the devices accompany the entire supply chain. The recorded data can ultimately be retrieved via a smartphone app – both at the destination and at individual loading points. Fritz: “This allows the condition of the goods to be assessed even while they are in transit.” If anomalies are detected in the data – for example, significant impacts or temperature differences – companies can intervene before the goods are transported further.

Data security plays a central role in data analysis; in other words, the data must not be accessible to just anyone and must be strictly protected against tampering. “We protect the data in our ASPION G-Log using a PIN, among other measures,” explains Fritz. Authorized personnel can download the data from the logger via the app; however, only those with the proper authorization can view and analyze the data. Live tracking represents an extension of this technology: systems with continuous data transmission provide not only status information but also real-time location data. “With ASPION L-Track, companies can track where their components are and what condition they’re in virtually at any time and no longer have to wait for the data loggers to be read,” explains Fritz. If defined thresholds are exceeded, warning messages are also generated automatically. This feature offers a decisive advantage, particularly for time-critical heavy hauls. Companies can react immediately, adjust or halt transports and thus prevent or limit potential damage at an early stage.

Correctly interpreting measurement results

However, mere data collection is only part of the solution. Interpreting the reading requires expertise, as the assessment of mechanical loads depends heavily on factors such as size, weight, and transport conditions. In addition to individual impact events, events such as vibrations, dynamic forces during transport, and short-term extreme stress also play a role. What matters here is not only the intensity but also the duration of an event. A controlled lifting operation differs significantly from an abrupt impact – with correspondingly different effects on the goods. A thorough analysis of the data makes it possible to identify and accurately assess such differences. “At ASPION, we place great importance on providing our customers with the best possible support in this area as well,” emphasizes Fritz.

Beyond providing immediate proof of damage, data loggers deliver valuable insights for future projects: Companies gain a realistic picture of the actual transport conditions on specific routes or during specific logistics processes. What forces actually act on the components during transport? Where are the risks regarding stability? Which routes and vehicles are particularly critical, and which are particularly safe? The information collected can be used to optimize packaging concepts, adapt transport strategies, and minimize risks for heavy-haul transport as early as the planning phase. “The collected data thus acts, in a sense, as a black box for transport processes,” explains Fritz. This is because the data helps to continuously improve processes and reduce follow-up costs resulting from damage or delays.

Conclusion

In heavy haulage, data loggers are evolving from an optional extra to an indispensable key technology. They create transparency throughout the entire supply chain, enable reliable proof of damage, and help companies identify risks early on and take targeted countermeasures. At the same time, they provide valuable insights for the continuous optimization of transport processes. In doing so, they not only contribute to the safety of sensitive goods but also to meeting deadlines, reducing follow-up costs, and ultimately strengthening competitiveness.

ASPION and interview partner Josia Fritz will be exhibiting at trade fair “Breakbulk Europe” in Rotterdam in Hall 1, Stand 1J51.

https://www.aspion.de/en/

Author:   Julia Kowal, Editor at Wordfinder

Integrated Global Services (IGS), a global leader in surface protection and asset optimization, has released new research revealing that a growing share of oil and gas infrastructure across Saudi Arabia and the UAE is operating beyond its intended design life, an issue now intensified by regional disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

The impact is being felt unevenly across the Kingdom. Facilities in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province have been most heavily affected, with many plants undergoing unplanned shutdowns for restoration, while others are operating at reduced output due to constrained export routes. At the same time, operators in the Western Province are increasing production to compensate, placing additional strain on assets and accelerating the need for performance optimization.

Across the region, these conditions are also creating shutdown periods, both planned and unplanned, which operators are using, where possible, to reassess asset reliability, performance, and long-term resilience.

The survey of oil and gas leaders and operators found that nearly half (46%) say up to half of their assets are operating beyond their original design life, while 14% report this applies to the majority of their infrastructure.

Despite these pressures, confidence in existing infrastructure remains high. More than four in five (83%) respondents said they are somewhat or very confident in their assets’ ability to meet future demand, highlighting a clear gap between confidence and operational reality.

Around 65% of respondents reported significant production or throughput losses due to unplanned downtime, underscoring the operational risks associated with aging assets. These risks are now amplified as operators balance reduced output in some regions with intensified production demands in others.

As a result, operators are placing greater emphasis on maximizing the performance of existing infrastructure. In higher-output facilities, there is a growing focus on solutions that enhance thermal efficiency and sustain reliability at elevated firing rates, helping plants maintain performance even under intensified operating conditions.

More than three-quarters (77%) of respondents said advanced asset integrity and protection solutions are viable where payback is achieved within five years.

“This reflects a clear shift in focus across the region,” said Dennis Snijders, Director Middle East and North Africa, IGS. “With disruptions affecting both export routes and production balance, operators are under pressure not only to maintain reliability, but to optimize performance under very different operating conditions. While some plants are

offline, others are running harder than ever, making asset integrity and efficiency equally critical.”

The findings also highlight the growing tension between decarbonization goals and cost pressures. While emissions reduction remains a priority, respondents identified investment constraints as the primary barrier, now compounded by operational uncertainty and shifting production dynamics.

Snijders added: “Saudi Arabia and the UAE operate some of the most advanced oil and gas facilities in the world. As these assets mature and regional conditions evolve, maintaining reliability while managing cost, emissions, and fluctuating production demands becomes more complex. Treating asset integrity as a strategic priority will be essential to sustaining long-term performance.”

Additional technical information on IGS’s in-situ corrosion mitigation and asset integrity and efficiency mobilization capabilities for Middle East shutdowns is available here.

Engineering facilities across the UK are under increasing pressure to decarbonise operations, reduce emissions, and improve energy efficiency without compromising performance. Steam remains a critical utility across many industrial processes, and transitioning to lower-carbon generation methods is now a key priority. CERTUSS supports this shift with a range of advanced steam technologies designed to meet both current and future sustainability goals. Manufactured in Germany, CERTUSS steam generators are known for precision engineering, reliability, and high efficiency.

These systems are widely used across sectors including manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and cleaning processes, where consistent, controllable steam is essential. To support decarbonisation, CERTUSS offers fully electric steam generators, providing a zero on-site emissions solution when powered by renewable electricity.

The EMX range delivers highly responsive, fully modulating output, allowing facilities to match steam demand precisely while minimising energy waste. However, full electrification is not always immediately viable due to infrastructure, capacity, or cost constraints. In these cases, CERTUSS provides hybrid steam solutions, combining electric and fuel f ired systems to significantly reduce carbon emissions while maintaining operational flexibility. This approach allows facilities to transition in stages, aligning with wider energy strategies and grid capabilities. Looking ahead, CERTUSS continues to innovate with the development of the UMX steam generator.

This future-focused system is designed to deliver ultra-low NOx emissions, well below current regulatory standards, offering an environmentally responsible alternative where combustion-based steam generation remains necessary. With rapid start-up times, compact modular designs, and scalable outputs, CERTUSS systems are engineered to adapt to evolving energy demands. Supported by local expertise in the UK, CERTUSS works closely with engineering teams to design tailored steam solutions that balance sustainability, efficiency, and reliability.

Providing essential aeration in a settlement pits, Landia Chopper Pumps have completed a decade of service at one of the UK’s leading producers of carrots.

At a site in the North of England, where around 30,000 tonnes of carrots are processed each year across 900 acres of prime sandy land, the 11kW Landia units have, without any breakdowns or rebuilds, managed the important job of handling effluent from the carrot washing process that uses recirculated lagoon water.

The design of the world’s first ever Chopper Pump, invented by Landia in 1950, has changed very little in more than 75 years, with its external knife system continuously reducing particle sizes to prevent important wastewater systems from blocking.

Tamas Rieder, Landia’s Service and Aftersales Manager, commented: “We are very proud of the performance of these pumps and our service engineers who carry out such a consistently high level of work. Ten years of operation with no major problems is quite a record, but we have numerous pumps that are still working just fine after 15 and 20-years-plus service.

He added: “We work as closely as possible with our customers, gaining an increasing number of service contracts, but even if we don’t regularly carry out the maintenance ourselves, we are always ready to help at the end of ‘phone, and then get to site promptly, if required.”

In addition to this application for handling effluent from a carrot washing process, Landia’s large portfolio of similar projects also includes work with HAYLEY DEXIS at a company that makes machines for the post-harvest processing of vegetables.

Landia Chopper Pumps with special external shredders, replaced units from another manufacturer, whose equipment could not cope with the fibrous and gritty material that is an inevitable part of the wastewater process with vegetables

.

Originally developed to deal with difficult wastewater solids in the fish processing industry, the Landia shredder-propeller design has now proved its capability in handling troublesome stringy material such as carrot tops, that typically cause problems for standard pumps.

Gary Wharton, Sales Team Leader for Landia, added:

“Our pre-cutting shredder-propeller brings another important chopping stage for certain effluents with difficult solids, as it continuously reduces particle size to keep process lines running efficiently.”

www.landiaworld.com

Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) play a vital role in keeping energy infrastructure reliable and efficient. In a sector where downtime can have major operational, financial and environmental impacts, organisations must balance continuous production with strict safety and regulatory requirements. This is often made more complex by a mix of ageing and modern assets.

Moving from Reactive to Proactive Maintenance

A CMMS provides a centralised platform to manage maintenance activities and asset data. This allows organisations to shift from reactive fixes to a proactive approach. By scheduling preventative maintenance, teams can reduce unplanned downtime and improve asset performance.

Pemac CMMS supports this with automated work orders and structured maintenance planning, helping ensure issues are addressed before they become failures.

Improving Asset Visibility and Decision-Making

A key benefit of CMMS is improved asset visibility. By consolidating maintenance histories, documentation and performance data, organisations gain a clearer view of asset condition and criticality.

With Pemac CMMS, teams can track performance, identify high-risk assets and analyse recurring faults, enabling more informed decisions around maintenance and investment.

Enabling Predictive Maintenance with IIoT

Modern CMMS platforms can integrate with Industrial Internet of Things technologies. Sensors monitor equipment in real time, tracking factors such as temperature, pressure and vibration. This supports predictive maintenance, allowing teams to address issues early.

Pemac CMMS integrates with these technologies to enable condition-based monitoring, helping reduce costs and extend asset life.

Supporting Compliance and Reducing Risk

The energy sector is highly regulated, making compliance essential. A CMMS ensures maintenance activities are documented and aligned with safety standards, reducing risk and simplifying audits.

Pemac CMMS includes features such as permit-to-work controls and contractor management, giving organisations greater oversight of safety and compliance.

Driving Efficiency Across Maintenance Teams

CMMS solutions improve efficiency by streamlining workflows, automating tasks and improving labour allocation. Teams can ensure the right resources are available when needed.

With mobile access and digital work management, Pemac CMMS enables engineers to manage tasks and capture data in real time, even in remote environments.

Supporting the Energy Transition

As energy systems evolve, organisations must manage both legacy infrastructure and new renewable assets. A CMMS supports this by helping optimise performance across a diverse asset base.

Pemac CMMS offers a modular approach, allowing organisations to scale capabilities such as inventory, reporting and analytics as requirements grow.

Keep Your Critical Assets Running

A CMMS helps energy organisations increase uptime, extend asset life and maintain safe, compliant operations. By making maintenance more data-driven, it becomes a strategic function that supports long-term reliability.

To learn how you can optimise your maintenance strategy, explore Pemac CMMS and discover how to keep your critical assets running efficiently.

www.pemac.com

At Maintec 2026, taking place on 3–4 June at the NEC Birmingham, ShireSystem will be showcasing a practical and straightforward approach to asset management. The focus is simple. Help organisations take control today while preparing for what comes next.

There is a lot of noise in the market around AI and future technology. It is easy to get caught up in big promises. ShireSystem takes a more grounded approach. Instead of leading with hype, we focus on what actually drives results. Reliable data, clear processes, and a structured path to improvement.

Because the truth is, you cannot automate what you do not trust.

For many maintenance teams, the real challenge starts with data. When information is incomplete or inconsistent, decisions become reactive. That leads to more downtime, higher costs, and less confidence in the systems meant to support you. Without a strong data foundation, advanced technologies simply cannot deliver value.

This is where ShireSystem makes a difference.

Our approach is built around helping organisations move from reactive maintenance to a more proactive and controlled way of working. It starts with understanding where you are today. By assessing your current level of maintenance maturity, you can clearly see what needs to improve and where to focus.

From there, it is about putting a practical plan in place. A roadmap that reflects your priorities and your resources. Implementation is supported by experienced teams who understand how to configure systems to match real operational needs.

But this is not a one-off project. Ongoing optimisation is key. As your business evolves, your asset management approach should evolve with it. That is how you continue to unlock value over time.

The outcome is greater control across the areas that matter most. Reduced downtime, lower costs, and stronger compliance. At the same time, you are building cleaner, more reliable data that supports better decisions every day.

This also lays the groundwork for the future. Becoming ready for AI is not about jumping straight to automation. It is about putting the right foundations in place so that when the time comes, the technology actually works for you.

Visitors to the ShireSystem stand at Maintec will be able to see this approach in action. Not just through messaging, but through real examples and demonstrations of how modern asset management systems support day-to-day operations.

Whether you are replacing a legacy system, looking to improve efficiency, or planning for the future, ShireSystem offers a flexible solution built around your needs.

Join us on 3–4 June at the NEC Birmingham to see how you can take control of your assets today and be ready for what comes next.

www.elecosoft.com