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The ePAL mobile app for operators of powered access is now available in 26 additional territories, following its successful launch in the UK & Ireland.

A new mobile app for operators of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and mast-climbing work platforms (MCWPs) that brings training certification into the digital era and reduces the environmental impact of issuing the International Powered Access Federation’s (IPAF) PAL Card and training certification is now available in dozens of extra territories, following its successful launch in the UK and Ireland earlier this year.

The Air Quality and Emissions Event, one of the key events for gas detection, air quality monitoring and analysis technology, takes place virtually this year over the 13^th and 14^th October 2021. ION Science, a global leader in VOC detection and analysis, as well as the only UK OEM within the field, will be attending to showcase their latest technology and expert offering.

The focus on delivering better air quality, both indoors and out, as well as monitoring emissions for better health and environment, is something that has risen in prominence over the last decade. COVID-19 further highlighted the importance of good quality air through reducing emissions, and the need to protect and maintain air quality indoors for health and wellbeing purposes. These ideals are held in high regard by those within the public and consumer spaces in more recent years, but are also things that the industries themselves have long been working towards behind the scenes.

One of the world’s leading PID (photoionisation detection) sensor manufacturers, ION Science, are pleased to announce they will be exhibiting at US-based technology event Sensors Expo. ION Science will be showcasing products including their industry-leading MiniPID2 Sensor, at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. Attendees can visit, trial products, and talk to experts in the Exhibit Hall from the 22^nd – 23^rd of September.

Sensors Expo is an electronics event that has been running for 36 years, with a focus on sensor technology. Since its inception, Sensors Expo has broadened its horizons and diversified to include electronics technologies and embedded systems that are compatible with sensors. The highly anticipated annual event explores the entire sensors ecosystem, from sensing to processing to analysing and connecting. The Expo will showcase the newest tech and innovations, interactive demonstrations and in-person networking, within the safest environment possible.

New UK technical requirements lead to changes in conformity marking

Leading motors, drives and automation manufacturer WEG is updating the marks on its products following regulatory changes introduced due to Brexit. From January 1, 2023, products commercialised in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) will require mandatory UK conformity assessed (UKCA) markings to indicate that the products adhere to UK standards for safety and ecodesign whilst products commercialised in Northern Ireland will continue to retain CE Marking. WEG’s safe area motors, drives and control gear products have already been certified as compliant under the new provisions and have achieved UKCA marking, allowing them to continue to be sold, installed, and used in the UK under the new guidelines.

Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, manufacturers are expected to comply with UK regulations and standards and to display the new UKCA marking on their products — from January 1, 2023, a CE mark will no longer be valid. At present, goods solid in the United Kingdom are only required to carry the CE mark to indicate conformity with European standards. The certification puts WEG ahead of the curve, as manufacturers now have until December 31, 2022, to transition to the new regime following a recent BEIS announcement of a one-year extension to the process.

ION Science, a global leader in the field of gas detection and VOC (volatile organic compound) analysis and the UK’s only OEM in the sector, have recently received approval for a brand-new research and development facility at their headquarters in Fowlmere, Cambridgeshire.

The new research and development centre compliments ION Science’s main building that was developed in 2017. Both structures have been designed by local architectural practice Gary Johns Architects, and are intended to be environmentally friendly, in-keeping with the surroundings of local villages, and deliver superior facilities for long- and short-term growth of the business.

Brian Grunes, Arco Professional Safety Services Confined Space training expert offers guidance on the risks of confined space working and the upcoming changes to the City & Guilds training accreditation

Draeger Safety UK showcased a wide range of its latest technologies at the 2021 British Tunnelling Society (BTS) Conference and Exhibition to reflect their leading position in the field of medical and safety systems.

The systems comprise different technologies centred around the quality of breathing air and the environment. They include the BG ProAir breathing apparatus; Oxy MK III self-rescuers; portable gas detection technologies; and the Dräger X-plore® 8000 powered air-purifying respirator. They also include impairment testing and policy solutions and the latest PPE.

Pipeline operators and specialty hot tapping service companies have a more precise and safer solution in pipeline intervention solutions.

The newly engineered Enerpac LSA Line Stop Actuator Series provides cost-effective isolation of pipelines to allow for maintenance and modifications, avoiding interruption of service and costly shutdowns. Used in conjunction with the Enerpac hot tapping range, the LSA Series applications include tie-ins and line bypasses, for example. 

The new Enerpac HMT 13000 Interchangeable Torque Wrench is an extension to the previously introduced HMT product line. 

Like the other models in the HMT series, the HMT 13000 offers the same advantages and low cost of ownership. The series is also cost effective because the cassettes have up to 25% less internal components than other manufacturers, reducing the risk of failure and cost of repair. 

The HMT 13000 distinguishes itself through its speed, durability, and efficiency. It is designed to be interchangeable with different tools in the market. When it comes to speed, it offers best-in-class output to weight ratio and is up to 25% faster than leading competitors. As for durability, superior alloys make this tool lightweight and give it a 2.5x longer life expectancy than comparable tools. 

Hi-line Industries, an established and reputable UK manufacturer of high-quality compressed air purification equipment, is able to offer a cost-effective and proven way of meeting the ongoing demand for replacement compressed air filters.

Rather than pay for expensive and often low-efficiency OEM filters, an increasing number are turning to Hi-line’s vast range of alternative elements, which frequently provide an ‘upgrade’ on competitor solutions at less cost.