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Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions has launched the Bredel CIP pump, designed to support hygienic and sanitary processes that demand high efficiency and regular clean-in-place operations. Part of the Bredel hose pump range, the new CIP pump has been engineered to address common challenges in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, where cleaning …

Process instrumentation specialist Endress+Hauser has developed a Continuous River Monitoring Solution to support UK water companies in meeting Section 82 environmental monitoring requirements with confidence and consistency. Designed specifically for the UK water sector, the solar-powered river monitoring system enables continuous measurement of key water quality parameters and reliable transmission of data, even in remote …

Borger UK, a leading pump manufacturer in the UK, which has firmly established itself as a trusted industrial and municipal pump brand since its foundation in Staffordshire in 2004, has relocated to significantly larger, brand‑new premises in Shrewsbury. Under the leadership of Managing Director David Brown, who originally launched Borger UK from his home near …

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings is strengthening support for UK powder coating businesses by expanding the capabilities of its My Interpon Portal to include a comprehensive suite of on‑demand professional services purchasable directly online.  Available now for customers with a My Interpon Portal account in the United Kingdom as well as in France, Italy, and Spain the …

The Challenge BakeAway is a UK-based company that has been manufacturing high-quality dough for pastry, pancakes, pizza, and cookies for over 15 years. The site runs 24/7 and produces up to 1.8 million units per week. An integral ingredient handled on site is flour, which they utilise 10,000 tonnes of each year. As part of the production process, flour …

Bristol-based pump manufacturer reports record order book, major investment in UK manufacturing and wins top sustainability honour at the Pump Industry Awards 2026. It has been a phenomenal 12 months for Apex Pumps, with the British manufacturer celebrating one of the most successful periods in its 35 year history. From record sales performance and major investment in UK …

In this latest case study, we explore the vital role of foam transfer pumps within fire suppression systems, following a client request for a set of reliable and proven foam concentrate transfer pumps to operate at the core of their fire protection infrastructure. Fire remains a constant risk to industrial operations, particularly across sectors handling …

Often misunderstood, steam powers a wide range of modern industrial processes, from precision industrial-scale cooking through to electronics manufacturing. Getting steam control right is critical not just for application performance but also for efficiency, maintenance and safety requirements.  Specialist training on steam system design and management ensures that engineering teams can optimise their systems and …

In 2022, more than 30,000 people in the UK were undergoing kidney dialysis. For every one of those patients, water quality is not a background consideration but a frontline safety issue. Dialysis machines rely on large volumes of treated water, and any trace contaminants that remain can pass directly into the bloodstream. Among the most …

In feed milling, customers know exactly what they are doing.They work with carefully developed formulations, precise ingredient ratios and proven processes that deliver consistent, high quality feed. Every blend is refined over time and backed by experience. At ISF, we take the same approach. We do not simply fabricate steel. We do not just install …

Dipl.-Ing. Nils Ern, Head of Engineering at the Syntegon subsidiary Pharmatec Why membrane processes could become the preferred method for WFI production and what needs to be considered Thanks to their energy efficiency and significant revisions to key pharmacopoeias, membrane processes have become an established method for producing Water for Injection (WFI) at ambient temperatures …

Safe storage and reliable monitoring of caustic soda in dairy applications Smaller dairies often require effective cleaning solutions without investing in large stationary tanks. A practical and increasingly popular approach is the use of intermediate bulk containers IBCs for disinfectants such as caustic soda NaOH. These containers enable the medium to be diluted and directed …

Process engineering specialist ystral will present highly efficient solutions for mixing and dispersing powders in liquids at SOLIDS 2026. The international trade fair for powders granules and bulk material technologies takes place on 18 and 19 March in Dortmund Germany and will bring together leading suppliers of processing equipment technologies and services for bulk solids …

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings has strengthened the sustainability profile of its leading Interpon D architectural powder coating collections through the introduction of bio-attributed resins at its European production sites. The enhancement applies to several of the company’s most widely specified architectural ranges including Interpon D Futura, Anodic, Stone Effect, Natural Metals, Terracotta, Précis Ultra Matt and …

Across the water from Ko Samui in Thailand, Landia has successfully completed a major installation of its biogas digester mixing systems for one of Asia’s leading producers of sustainable palm oil. The latest project builds on an earlier successful installation and further strengthens the company’s presence in biogas production and anaerobic digestion across the Asia …

In high pressure fluid systems, inaccuracy is more than a measurement problem. It is a performance, safety and cost risk. From hydraulic power units to oilfield chemical injection skids, reliable flow data under extreme pressure is essential to keeping critical systems running efficiently and safely. Titan Enterprises designs its high pressure Oval Gear flow meters …

A normal day in a warehouse involves moving tons of heavy boxes and cargo. Carrying out these operations by hand or with the wrong tools is slow, tiring and creates room for lots of mistakes. As such, you need the right warehouse equipment to make work faster, safer and more efficient. Benefits of Having the …

Pump manufacturer Amarinth has successfully manufactured and delivered a £1.5 million order for four bespoke API 675 chemical injection skid packages destined for Nigeria’s Soku and Gbaran LNG fields in the Niger Delta. The project supports critical gas production infrastructure supplying feed gas to the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) plant at Finima on Bonny Island. Operating …

I’ve been a freelance for a long time now, since the mid-nineties. These days I don’t get much exposure to the recruitment market for employee roles, or those sorts of agency roles which are basically the same thing, only with fewer rights. However, I do still get enough to be exposed to the concept of …

I wouldn’t be overly interested in the contents of the Epstein files, nor is this the forum to discuss such sordid matters. What is, however, of interest to note is just how far an individual whom seemed primarily driven by self-interest and personal enrichment was able to entwine their tentacles throughout governments and industry… and …

I first wrote this article in March 2019 when my daughter was exploring her options coming to the end of high school. What we didn’t know was that the world was about to come to a halt. She chose to train as a chef and with the situation she completed this at technical college rather …

Responding to architects, designers, fabricators and coaters who require speed convenience and long term durability for exterior projects, AkzoNobel Powder Coatings has significantly expanded its Ready to Ship RTS range in the United States. The enhanced offer now includes 28 popular and on trend Interpon 800 powder coating colours, almost doubling the number of options …

Labfacility is proud to be the official distributor of ISOTECH – Isothermal Technology Ltd’s comprehensive range of calibration products, designed to meet the needs of modern laboratories and industrial operators. At the heart of the range is the Isocal-6 family, offering unparalleled flexibility and accuracy for all types of temperature sensor calibration. Whether used as …

We recently delivered a project for a marine-sector client operating a floating offshore platform. The platform’s boiler system includes an economiser supported by two hot-water circulation pumps that had been in service for more than 40 years. Approaching the end of their operational life, the pumps required replacement, and we were engaged to develop a …

In this latest case study, North Ridge Pumps explains how a self-priming seawater intake pump was specified to resolve ongoing reliability issues in a demanding coastal cooling application. The client had originally installed submersible pumps for seawater cooling but experienced persistent operational problems. They approached us for expert guidance on the most effective and cost-efficient …

Actuators are some of the most important pieces in machines are they are responsible for converting energy into actual motion. And when they are working well, it can almost feel as if it’s just something that’s expected. However, when a single actuator fails, the problem is quickly noticed in the entire machine. Maybe it slows …

NR 3300 Ensures Long-Term Stable Measurements in Powder Applications with Purge Air Connection and Precise Alignment Precise Radar and Vibration Sensor Technology for Silica Insulation Production UWT GmbH measurement solutions are supporting reliable level control in demanding bulk solids applications, including the pneumatic conveying and storage of ultra-fine silicon dioxide in insulation material production. Silicon …

Partnership integrates Interpon’s architectural powder coatings into a leading national specification system, helping architects specify with greater speed, accuracy and confidence. Interpon, AkzoNobel’s powder coating brand, is now a recognised Product Partner of NATSPEC, a widely used national building specification platform. The move gives architects, specifiers, fabricators and engineers convenient access to its high performance, …

Ultravalve, a specialist supplier of RPZ valves and backflow prevention solutions, has launched a new digital RPZ test kit to support compliance with updated Water Regs UK guidance on the installation and testing of Reduced Pressure Zone RPZ valves. The revised requirements came into force on 1 January 2025 and introduced significant changes for RPZ …

Lithium-ion batteries have revolutionised energy storage, powering everything from electric vehicles and consumer electronics to large-scale energy storage systems. They are central to modern life and crucial for the transition to sustainable energy. Behind every battery cell lies a complex manufacturing process with demanding operating conditions. From raw material extraction and hydrometallurgical refining to slurry …

UWT GmbH has provided a robust sensor solution for aggressive media under challenging tropical operating conditions, ensuring safe and reliable level detection in chemical tank trucks. A chemical and fuel trading company operating a port storage facility in the Dominican Republic required a dependable system for level limit detection in tank trucks. The goal was …

Titan Enterprises highlights six practical engineering steps to minimise the challenges associated with integrating flow sensor technology into established process systems. Integrating flowmeters into existing plant infrastructure is rarely a plug and play exercise. In the UK process industries, engineering risk typically arises not from the sensor itself, but from how it interfaces with pipework, …

Qdos H-FLO pumps deliver chemical savings, environmental protection and safer working conditions at copper mine Since installing three Qdos® H-FLO chemical metering pumps, a leading copper mine in Mexico has achieved chemical savings, improved environmental protection and safer working conditions. The mine in Sonora uses Qdos H-FLO pumps in its copper and molybdenum selective flotation …

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings has introduced Eco+ products, a dedicated portfolio that brings together its most sustainable powder coating solutions from the Interpon and Resicoat portfolios under one clear designation, bringing clarity, confidence and proof to sustainable coating choices. The Eco+ portfolio focuses on powder coatings that deliver measurable sustainability improvements alongside clear performance benefits in …

AkzoNobel Powder Coatings has introduced Eco+ products, a dedicated portfolio bringing together its most sustainable powder coating solutions from the Interpon and Resicoat ranges under one clear designation. The move provides greater clarity, confidence and verified performance for customers seeking more sustainable coating choices across the UK process, architectural and industrial sectors. Designed to simplify …

Essentra has been recognised by CDP, the global environmental non-profit, for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change, forest and water security, earning a place on CDP’s highly regarded annual ‘A’ List. This accolade places Essentra among the world’s leading companies, demonstrating comprehensive environmental disclosure, strong governance and tangible progress towards sustainability …

Deep Water Blue is enhancing boiler safety and operational performance with its CEA-endorsed Steam Boiler Water Treatment Training, an intensive two-day course accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Designed specifically for boiler operators, engineers and managers, the training translates BG04 Boiler Water Treatment Guidance and HSE INDG436 requirements into clear, actionable practices directly applicable …

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has introduced a new single‑coat Aerobase basecoat solution designed to help MRO paint facilities improve performance efficiency and operational throughput. By replacing traditional two‑coat application processes with a validated single‑coat system, the improved Aerobase formulation will reduce application time, process complexity and total film thickness while delivering a high‑quality, consistent finish across …

Rapid and accurate chlorine detection is critical to protecting reverse osmosis RO systems from long-term damage. While reagent-based chlorine measurement methods can be costly to operate and impractical to manage on a continuous basis, traditional amperometric chlorine electrodes often fail to respond quickly enough when precise detection is essential. In a detailed performance study carried …

Kids Invent Stuff is thrilled to announce the launch of a permanent interactive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) exhibition at Gulliver’s Valley Theme Park Resort in Rotherham, which is set to welcome visitors in Spring/Summer 2026. This exciting project has been made possible thanks to the support from Innovate UK and Enginuity. Partially funded …

UK Steel is excited about the recent announcement from Special Melted Products Ltd (SMP) regarding their new contract with Danieli & C. S.p.A. This deal involves the supply of the UK’s largest superalloy forging press, which is a key part of Project Vulcan. This investment is a major step forward for the UK’s specialty metals …

EngineeringUK and Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) have teamed up to launch an exciting new partnership aimed at boosting young people's understanding of engineering and the career paths available in the food and grocery sector. With a noticeable shortage of engineering and technology skills in the food and drink industry, this collaboration will focus on …

Broadcaster, journalist, and author Steph McGovern has made a heartfelt return to her Teesside roots to kick off an exciting new scholarship program aimed at boosting the number of women stepping into the engineering field. The Steph McGovern Women in Engineering Scholarship, brought to life by Enginuity, is set to support every first-year, full-time female …

An industry group has raised alarms about a possible “survival crisis” looming over British brewing in 2026, as new statistics reveal that brewery closures across the UK averaged nearly three per week throughout 2025. According to the latest figures from the SIBA UK Brewery Tracker, the rate of brewery closures surged last year, jumping by …

A recent report has unveiled a staggering sixfold increase in chemical plant closures across Europe since 2022, leading to a total loss of 37 million tonnes (Mt) of capacity. This accounts for about 9% of the continent's overall chemical production capacity and has resulted in the elimination of roughly 20,000 direct jobs in the chemical …

Recent research from Forterro, a European industrial software provider, has uncovered that a large number of UK manufacturers and wholesalers are not quite ready for the upcoming EU Digital Product Passport (DPP). Surprisingly, less than half (47%) of those surveyed are even aware of this regulation and what it means for their businesses, even though …

UK manufacturers are taking a fresh look at their international trade strategies as they navigate the challenges posed by rising tariffs and changing global trade policies, according to new insights from Make UK and DHL Express. With costs on the rise, uncertainty growing, and border complexities increasing, businesses are finding it necessary to adapt their …

A recent report from the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) sheds light on the significant hurdles that still stand in the way of achieving a net-zero chemical industry. Despite a growing political will to move away from fossil fuels in Europe, the study reveals that existing EU policies are creating major roadblocks for the adoption of …

Babcock Wanson UK has announced the launch of a new product range brochure that presents a comprehensive overview of the Babcock Wanson Group’s extensive portfolio of industrial energy and environmental solutions.  The publication demonstrates how sustained growth and targeted acquisitions have enabled the Group to evolve into a genuine multi-solution provider for today’s process industries. …

European process manufacturers are under mounting pressure to deliver more output, with fewer people, from older assets – all while meeting tougher safety, ESG and reporting requirements. In this environment, the way plants manage maintenance has a direct impact on uptime, margins and licence to operate, not just on wrench time. Why Maintenance Strategy Now …