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New Finish For Versatile Hoist Range Is Environment Optimised

june 17 19New Finish For Versatile Hoist Range Is Environment Optimised

J D Neuhaus (JDN) is implementing a new Hydro Coating on its industry-leading hoist range. The coating not only enhances quality and appearance, but is far more environmentally friendly.

JDN takes its corporate and social responsibilities extremely seriously, and moving from a standard hammer finish to the Hydro Coating will contribute to sustainable protection of the environment. (Read More)

Engineering And Maintenance Are Two Of The Most Hazardous Industries

june 17 18Engineering And Maintenance Are Two Of The Most Hazardous Industries

Both have huge potential for serious injuries if precautions are not taken to safeguard individuals working in them.

Not least of these potential hazards are dust and fumes, both common by-products of these industries that can lead to significant harm to the worker’s respiratory system. (Read More)

Mobexx – The Leading ATEX Computer Solutions Supplier

june 17 17Mobexx – The Leading ATEX Computer Solutions Supplier

Potentially explosive environments occur with the presence of dust, vapours or gases that have the potential to ignite and cause an explosion, and are referred to as ATEX areas.

In industries like Oil and Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Surface Coatings (paint, etc), milk drying and distilleries, to name a few, ATEX areas are unavoidable.  Using only ATEX certified equipment in these area is not only a statutory requirement, (Read More) 

High output LED warning beacons that are brighter than a 5J Xenon strobe

june 17 16High output LED warning beacons that are brighter than a 5J Xenon strobe

E2S Warning Signals have developed a comprehensive range of LED beacons for use as warning beacons and status indicators for systems installed in hazardous areas and industrial environments.

The LED units, using a multiple array of high power white Cree LEDs, offer significant advantages over traditional Xenon strobe technology in many applications. The typical light output level from the LED units is a very bright 338 candela, (Read More)

New Concept Standardises Hoist & Crane Control

june 17 15New Concept Standardises Hoist & Crane Control

J D Neuhaus (JDN) has developed an innovative and robust new concept for controlling hoists and cranes.

The company’s JDN-RC (Radio Control) receiver is designed for long-lasting performance in rigorous operating environments commonly found in industrial and offshore applications, including ATEX (explosive atmosphere) zone 2/22 conditions. (Read More)

Multisorb Improve Workplace Safety with Pelloby Cranes

june 17 14Multisorb Improve Workplace Safety with Pelloby Cranes

Active packaging technology company Multisorb Technologies Limited recently refurbished some existing lifting equipment with two new Pelloby crane beams to improve workplace safety practices.

One tonne bags of silicone are regularly transported to a mezzanine floor within Multisorb’s large warehouse in order to be loaded from above into special equipment for further processing. (Read More)

Dupont™ Kalrez® Portfolio Optimises Life Sciences Sector Production

june 17 13Dupont™ Kalrez® Portfolio Optimises Life Sciences Sector Production

The LS222 perfluoroelastomer product recently launched in the DuPont™ Kalrez® range of high performance sealing products is available in the UK from Dichtomatik Ltd, an official authorised DuPont™ Kalrez® distributor.

This product range has been designed specifically for operation in the Life Science markets including pharmaceutical and medical packaging together with the food and beverage industries. (Read More)

Elfab’s flame arresters and breather valves offer superior performance and significant cost savings

june 17 12Elfab’s flame arresters and breather valves offer superior performance and significant cost savings

Elfab’s latest generation of flame arresters offer a brand new and patented construction concept for both deflagration-proof and detonation-proof designs.

The new concept contributes to better performance, easier maintenance (for 100% cleanliness) and easy assembling and disassembling without any risk of damage to the parts. (Read More)

DON’T FORGET YOUR LONE WORKERS, URGE LONE WORKER ALARM SPECIALISTS SBES

june 17 11DON’T FORGET YOUR LONE WORKERS, URGE LONE WORKER ALARM SPECIALISTS SBES

Legislation does not prohibit lone working in a general sense, but companies and organisations must conduct a risk assessment covering the activities of all employees, including lone workers. Since the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act of 2007, companies and organisations can be found guilty of corporate manslaughter as a result of serious management failures resulting in a gross breach of duty of care. (Read More)

Offshore Oil Rig Installation with ATEX Mag Meter

june 17 10Offshore Oil Rig Installation with ATEX Mag Meter

Bell flow systems were recently approached about a sea water pumping application for an offshore oil rig.

The customer required a highly accurate meter to fit onto an existing 3” line, which would be suitable for operation in an ATEX zone 1 hazardous area, and also capable of withstanding the harsh conditions that come with being offshore. In addition to this, the meter was required to come with a UKAS accredited calibration and EN 10204 material certification. (Read More)