Business and Industry Today Issue 402

March ● Issue 402

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Editor’s Comments

Welcome to our March

edition. Explore our

hand-picked features on

innovative companies

across the industry.

On page 5, we feature

Professor Shearbomb

Ltd as our Arboricultural

Consultancy of the

Month. With over

15 years of industry

experience, Professor Shearbomb Ltd blends

cutting-edge science with practical arboricultural

solutions. In this feature, we focus on what

state-of-the-art tools are used to assess a tree’s

internal condition with minimal damage, as well

as shine a light on the company’s consultancy

and educational services.

On page 8, we have a full review of The Land,

Leisure and Tourism Show 2024 that took place

at Birmingham’s NEC on the 6-7 November.

As the UK’s largest event for rural businesses,

holiday parks, leisure and attractions, the show

covered sustainability and innovation for the

future whilst combatting the challenges of the

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changing environment

of consumer demand.

One of our Top

Exhibitors from the

show was Technical

Outdoor Solutions

– a specialist outlet

for outdoor centres

providing rope course

construction, training,

technical advice and

equipment for the outdoor industry, as well

as inspections for all PPE and Ropes Course

facilities.

Other show previews: Commercial Vehicle Show

2025.

Other topics covered: Warehouse & Logistics,

Cleaning & Hygiene, Print & Packaging, Industrial,

Business & Franchising, Electronics, Health &

Safety.

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Industry and Sustainable news and updates &

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Contents

Consultancy of the Month 5

Professor Shearbomb Ltd

is a leading arboricultural

consultancy based in the

Southwest of England.

The company name

honours founder Phil

Johnson’s expertise.

Company of the Month 7

Global Machinery

Solutions has been

providing highquality

machinery

across the UK,

Ireland and Europe for more than 20 years.

Land, Leisure & Tourism

Show Review 8-13

The Land Leisure

and Tourism Show,

the UK’s premier

event dedicated to

rural businesses,

holiday parks, and

tourism, returned to Birmingham’s NEC

from 6-7 November 2024.

Industrial 14-19

As surgical

instrument

manufacturers

pursue greater

throughput while

facing increased labour costs, automating

the medical instrument manufacturing

process has become a necessity.

Print & Packaging 20-21

DS Smith Hellas,

leading fibrebased

sustainable

packaging

company in Greece,

announces the completion of the upgrade

of its box plant in Korinthos.

Commercial Vehicle Show

Preview 22-23

Since its inception in

2000, it has evolved

into the largest and

most influential

gathering of commercial

vehicle manufacturers,

dealers, distributors, and suppliers.

BAIT is sponsored by

Professor Shearbomb

Ltd – see them on

page 5

Health & Safety

Schmersal launches new light grid versions

Series SLC440COM/

SLG440COM: more flexible in

use thanks to higher ranges and

the enhanced functions of the

SLC Assist app

Schmersal is set to launch new

versions of its SLC440COM-H/

SLG440COM-H series safety

light curtains and grids.

With ranges of up to 30

metres (SLC440COM) and

60 metres (SLG440COM),

they offer reliable hand and

body protection and enable

monitoring over greater

distances with only minimal

installation effort.

In addition, the safety light

curtains and grids have a

Bluetooth LE interface, which,

with the ‘SLC Assist’ app

developed by Schmersal,

displays status notifications from devices and

provides comprehensive diagnostic data. The new

version of the ‘SLC Assist’ app now offers even

greater functionality – as an example, the app

can now also be used to calculate the required

safety clearance to the danger area.

SLC440COM/SLG440COM series safety light

curtains and grids secure danger areas and

areas in applications such as presses, robot cells

and palletising systems. Due to their increased

A-SAFE accelerates

global safety revolution

ranges, the new versions of the SLC440COM/

SLG440COM can now also be used to reliably

protect very large production systems, conveyors

or the platforms of autonomous underground

railways. With the help of deflecting mirrors,

entire areas can also be secured and monitored

with just one safety light curtain or grid. This

solution reduces both the installation effort and

the acquisition costs.

The Bluetooth interface and the app enable

all status and diagnostic data regarding the

operating status of the light

grid/curtain to be called up

on a smartphone or tablet

in real time. The Schmersal

app also offers extensive

support for statutory testing

and documentation, such

as through an integrated

operating hours counter and

the capture of the switching

frequency of the outputs.

The new version of the app

now also includes a function

for determining the safety

clearance to the danger

area in accordance with EN

ISO 13855. Thanks to the

intuitive user interface, all

essential data can be easily

captured and the calculated

results retrieved. The app

also suggests specific

products from the Schmersal

range: A single click takes the directly to the

corresponding product in the Schmersal online

catalogue.

The ‘SLC Assist’ app from Schmersal is available

for Android and iOS devices.

Contact: Steve Watkins, Marketing Manager

T 01684 571987

swatkins@schmersal.com

www.schmersal.co.uk

Self-contained

emergency showers

A-SAFE, a global leader in workplace

efficiency and safety solutions, recently

announced three strategic leadership

appointments to drive its international

expansion and innovative digital

transformation strategy.

Chris Tickle returns

to the business as

product and marketing

director. Previously

serving as technical

innovation director

from 2019-2022,

Tickle brings a wealth

of experience in

industrial design

and new product

development. His

expertise will be

crucial in accelerating

A-SAFE’s IoT-driven

efficiency and safety

solutions, building on

his prior work with

Fathom3, the multidisciplinary

innovation

and development

hub under the A-SAFE

group umbrella.

Matt Lane joins A-SAFE as SBU

Technology Sales Director, bringing

decades of expertise in B2B business

modelling and sales strategy. Lane

will drive the global expansion of

A-SAFE’s innovative smart solutions,

RackEye and CONEK , revolutionising

workplace efficiency and safety. This

strategic appointment underscores

A-SAFE’s commitment to IoT integration

in manufacturing,

reinforcing its

leadership in smart

manufacturing

innovation.

A-SAFE Canada

welcomes Donald

Redford as the new

managing director.

With a wealth of

experience spanning

over 25 years in

industrial leadership,

Redford is set to

lead the charge in

implementing A-SAFE’s

go-to-market strategy

and boosting revenue

across Canada. Known

for driving profitable

sales growth in diverse

markets and with

a strong commitment to workplace

efficiency and safety, Redford is wellpositioned

to steer A-SAFE’s Canadian

operations toward continued success.

www.asafe.com

Aqua Safety Showers are a major

UK manufacturer of self-contained

safety showers. These vital pieces

of site equipment help your staff,

contractors and visitors stay

safe from the effects of harmful

chemicals in emergency

situations. Our

emergency showers are

ideal for any location,

even sites without

suitable plumbing.

Built to withstand

robust conditions

and designed to be

highly visible day or

night, a self-contained

emergency shower

gives you peace of mind

that you are meeting

with the required health

and safety regulations.

A self-contained

emergency shower will

deliver tepid water continuously,

allowing full-body rinsing. Many

optional extras available to suit site

requirements.

We also offer a range of selfcontained

eyewash stations for

emergency eye washing.

Explore our full range of products

on this website and please feel

free to contact our team if you have

a technical or product selection

question or would like a quote.

Get in touch today via:

sales@aqua-safety.com

or call 01942 318096.

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BAIT is sponsored by Professor Shearbomb Ltd – see them on page 5

Beyond the bark: Science-led

arboricultural solutions that

deliver results

In this issue of Business & Industry Today,

we are delighted to feature Professor

Shearbomb Ltd as our Arboricultural

Consultancy of the Month

Arboricultural Consultancy of the Month

Professor Shearbomb

Ltd is a leading

arboricultural

consultancy based

in the Southwest

of England. The

company name

honours founder Phil

Johnson’s expertise

and a memorable

moment at the Visual

Tree Assessment

Seminar in Germany,

where Dr Professor

Claus Mattheck, a

global authority in

tree biomechanics,

affectionately dubbed

him ‘Prof Shearbomb’.

With over 15 years of industry experience,

Professor Shearbomb Ltd blends cutting-edge

science with practical arboricultural solutions.

The consultancy specialises in providing

bespoke tree risk management and preservation

strategies for private landowners,

local authorities, and

commercial clients.

Phil explains, “Our expertise

lies in saving large, valuable

trees through Internal Tree

Inspections. We use stateof-the-art

tools such as the

PiCUS 3 Sonic Tomograph,

PiCUS TreeTronic 3 Electrical

Resistance Tomograph,

and the IML Resi-PD400

Microdrill. These allow us to

assess a tree’s internal

condition with minimal

damage, helping

clients make informed

decisions about

actual tree risk and

safe tree retention.”

By using this

advanced

technology,

Professor

Shearbomb

Ltd can see

beyond the bark,

assessing internal

decay, structural

weaknesses, and

early-stage rot long

before they become

visible externally.

This science-led

approach not only

prevents unnecessary

tree removals but

also ensures that

trees posing a real

risk are identified

and managed

appropriately.

With increasing

environmental

concerns and poor urban tree establishment

rates, saving mature trees is more critical

than ever. Large trees provide unmatched

ecological benefits, from carbon sequestration to

biodiversity support and urban cooling.

As Phil points out, “The reality is that retaining

one healthy, mature tree safely can prevent the

need to plant a thousand saplings down the

line. Most newly planted urban trees fail within

the first five years, so keeping established

trees standing is one of the most effective

ways to combat climate change.”

Beyond their aesthetic and environmental

value, trees provide tangible benefits to

human health and well-being. They act

as natural air filters, improving air

quality by absorbing pollutants,

and have been shown

to reduce stress and

enhance mental health

in urban environments.

Additionally, the cooling

effect of trees helps to

mitigate the urban heat

island effect, reducing

energy costs by providing

shade and lowering

temperatures. These

combined benefits

highlight the importance

of preserving large trees wherever possible.

In addition to consultancy services, Professor

Shearbomb Ltd is spearheading industry-wide

education on these tree assessment techniques.

The team is developing a specialist training

programme, ensuring that arborists, landowners,

and decision-makers understand how to use

assessment tools effectively. By promoting the

adoption of evidence-based evaluations, they aim

to make a lasting impact on arboriculture.

Professor Shearbomb Ltd is actively engaging

with industry professionals, attending global

trade shows, and contributing to discussions on

best practices in tree management. The company

is committed to raising awareness of internal

tree inspection methods and their crucial role in

sustainable arboriculture.

For expert tree management solutions and to

explore how science-led assessments can protect

valuable trees on your land, contact Professor

Shearbomb Ltd today.

M 07792 173372

phil.johnson@shearbomb.com

www.shearbomb.com

BAIT is sponsored by Professor Shearbomb Ltd – see them on page 5 5

Business & Franchising

The International Franchise Show

2025: Find your dream franchise

Following the overwhelming success of the 2024

edition, the International Franchise Show is set to

return to London’s Excel on the 11th and 12th of April

2025. This year, the event promises to be bigger, more

dynamic, and even more engaging as we continue to

lead the way in the global franchising industry.

In 2024, we welcomed a record-breaking 11,474

attendees and saw a remarkable

91% of exhibitors rebook for 2025,

highlighting the event’s essential

role as the premier platform for

franchising professionals. Our

unique ability to bring together

franchisors, investors, and industry

leaders to network, collaborate,

and share knowledge has made the

International Franchise Show the

must-attend event of the year.

Highlights for 2025:

1. Biggest Ever Seen Exhibitor

Showcase – In response to

growing demand, the 2025

show will feature an even larger

and more diverse range of

exhibitors from a wide variety of

industries. With opportunities spanning food, retail,

home services, and beyond, attendees will be able

to explore all of the most new and exciting franchise

opportunities from around the world.

2. International Partnerships and Networking – We

are excited to announce that we will be expanding

our global reach in 2025. In addition to our

longstanding partnership with the International

Tell Money supports

Griffin’s launch as UK bank

Tell Money, a leading fintech open

banking provider, is set to play a crucial

role in the launch and growth of Griffin

Bank, a new UK Bank established

to help companies build and launch

financial products, following their $24

million funding round and attainment

of a full banking licence. Leveraging its

state-of-the-art tell.gateway service, tell.

money will support Griffin by providing

essential compliance and open

banking capabilities, driving innovation

and growth in the dynamic fintech

landscape.

As a key player in the open ecosystem,

tell.money ensures that Griffin

adheres to the PSD2 legislation, which

mandates secure and standardised

easy to integrate access to financial

data for third-party providers. With

its cutting-edge gateway service,

tell.money streamlines regulatory

complexities, allowing Griffin to focus

on platform development and providing

exceptional financial services to its

customers.

tell.gateway enables the seamless

integration of PSD2-compliant APIs

into any account provider (ASPSP).

This means that Griffin can effortlessly

enable Third Party Providers (TPPs)

to integrate open banking services,

enhancing the overall user experience

and functionality of their platform.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with

Griffin and support their remarkable

growth in the BaaS market,” said David

Monty, tell.money CEO. “Through our

tell.gateway service and strategic

partnerships, we are able to empower

Griffin with open banking compliance,

seamless integration, and operational

support as a service, enabling them

to focus on driving innovation and

delivering exceptional solutions for their

clients.”

As tell.money continues to empower

innovation in the fintech industry, its

collaboration with Griffin reaffirms its

commitment to customer-centric open

banking and the open ecosystem.

www.tell.money

Franchise Association (IFA), we are forging new

relationships with key industry players across

Europe, North America, and Asia. The result will be

even greater opportunities for networking, crossborder

collaboration, and international growth.

3. Expert Seminars and Keynotes – The 2025

show will feature even more valuable learning

experiences with expert-led seminars and

keynote presentations from

entrepreneurs like Lucy

Campbell, CEO of Right at

Home UK, and Siobhan

Percy, Head of Marketing

at XplorerGroup. Renowned

franchising professionals,

successful entrepreneurs, and

industry thought leaders will

share their insights on topics

such as scaling a franchise,

navigating legal challenges, the

future of franchise technology,

and more. The IFA will once

again host high-impact sessions

designed to equip both new and

experienced franchisees with

the tools they need for success.

4. Interactive Features and Live

Demos – Our commitment to innovation continues

with the introduction of interactive features and live

demonstrations, offering attendees the opportunity

to get hands-on experience with the latest franchise

products, services, and technologies. From virtual

reality walkthroughs to live cooking demos from top

food franchise brands, the 2025 show will be an

immersive experience like never before.

New event launched

funding scheme

The University of Roehampton

and BIG South London hosted an

event that introduced an Innovation

Voucher funding scheme to help

businesses work with academic

experts to achieve their business

goals.

The Innovation Vouchers, worth up

to £5k, enabled businesses and

charities to work with an academic

researcher from the University of

Roehampton on a specific project

of key importance to their growth.

This could be anything from market

research or product development

and testing to marketing, strategy

development or research assistance.

The event was an opportunity for

businesses and charities to hear

from other organisations and

academics that have successfully

undertaken an Innovation Voucher

project and its benefits and be

matched with academic experts who

most closely map to their business

requirements.

Paul Kirkbright, South London

Partnership and BIG South London,

says, “Businesses can gain so much

5. Networking Opportunities – With more exhibitors,

more visitors, and an expanded agenda, the

networking potential at the International Franchise

Show 2025 will be unparalleled. New networking

zones, private meeting areas, and exclusive

business matchmaking sessions will make it easier

than ever to meet the right people and form longlasting

partnerships.

As always, the International Franchise Show remains

dedicated to uniting the global franchising community.

In 2025, we will continue to facilitate collaborations

that drive growth, share valuable insights, and foster

an environment where franchisors and franchisees

alike can thrive. With a growing focus on sustainability,

innovation, and diversity, the 2025 edition promises to

be an even more forward-thinking event that reflects

the evolving landscape of the franchise industry.

Mark your calendars now for the 2025 edition of the

International Franchise Show on April 11th and 12th

at the Excel London. Whether you’re looking to invest

in a franchise, expand your business, or simply gain

insights into the franchising world, the show is the

place to be.

GET YOUR FREE TICKET HERE:

www.thefranchiseshow.co.uk

knowledge and value from working

with a university. At this event, we

aimed to create connections, spark

collaborations, and demonstrate

with practical case studies how

voucher funding can be used. If

you’re a local organisation which has

never had the opportunity to engage

with the University of Roehampton, I

would urge you to find out more.”

The scheme was open to businesses

and charities in any sector, with

focuses on mental and physical

health and wellbeing, business

sustainability and growth and green

skills and the built environment.

www.big-knowledge.co.uk

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Company of the Month

Global Machinery Solutions

Bandit 12XPC woodchipper

Global Machinery Solutions has been providing

high-quality machinery across the UK, Ireland

and Europe for more than 20 years.

The company was originally established as BE

Recycling Ltd in 2004

as the UK-appointed

distributor for Bandit

Industries selling

the beast recyclers,

woodchippers and

stump grinders – with

approved sub-dealers in

Europe.

It joined the Buckle

family’s Heathpatch

group in 2006 as Global

Recycling Solutions and has since grown to be

one of the most trusted and reliable distributors

of specialist machinery to the forestry, recycling,

construction, aggregates and confidential

shredding industries.

Norwood LumberMax HD38 sawmill

After a rebrand to Global Machinery Solutions in

2022, the company is now the only UK-approved

distributor for a range of world-renowned brands,

including Bandit, Jo Beau, Norwood, Frontier,

Pezzolato and Anaconda. It’s also a dealer for

leading excavating and recycling machinery

manufacturers SANY and Pronar.

Customers range from sole traders to major

European infrastructure companies and there’s

a huge emphasis on looking after them before,

during and after they invest in a new machine.

Global has a centrally-located depot in Long

Bennington, Nottinghamshire – and another

in Mildenhall, Suffolk – meaning the team is

accessible from all corners of the UK & engineers

are never too far away to assist when needed.

The Long Bennington depot is home

to a large parts warehouse with more

than £2m worth of stock, which helps

engineers to repair machines even more

quickly. Plus, customers can buy parts

online and either have them delivered or

collect them from the trade counter.

There’s been a particular focus on the

forestry industry recently with Global now

offering a wide range of woodchippers,

stump grinders from Bandit, Pezzolato,

Pronar and Jo Beau. The team is also

keen to showcase the versatility of construction

and recycling machines and how they can be

used as part of certain woodland operations.

Within the construction world, Global distributes

SANY’s range of excavators, telehandlers

and other roadwork

machinery. Excavators

are ideal for forestry

management, and

Global has been

working with tree

professionals to

demonstrate their

capabilities –

particularly in the

confines of a densely

wooded area.

The shift towards sustainability has seen a

surge in the sawmill market too and Global has

seen an increase in

professionals and

hobbyists enquiring

about the Norwood and

Frontier sawmills so

they can process their

own timber.

One customer who’s

benefitted from

Global’s forestry

expertise is Suffolk

farmer Mick Murfitt. He

now owns an excavator,

woodchipper and

sawmill to manage his

65 acre woodland and producing timber for his

own fencing and outbuildings.

Pronar PRO S.1 recycling shredder

Mick said, “The excavator, sawmill and

woodchipper are now fundamental in my

operations. I had never milled or processed

wood before I met Global Machinery Solutions’

Andy Dudley – and without his advice and onsite

demonstrations, I wouldn’t have been able to

accomplish what I’ve done on the farm. His

knowledge is exceptional, and I can’t thank him

enough.”

Recycling machines, which are widely used by

skip hire businesses for example, are also useful

for the forestry industry to shred and repurpose

green waste, rather than taking it to landfill.

Bandit SG-40 stump grinder

tonnes per month. Managing Director, Paul Boyle,

said, “We’re an important cog in the growing

construction and recycling sectors so having

the right equipment is extremely important. I

am delighted how Global Machinery Solutions

have helped us achieve this with our shredder

and excavator – and grateful for their continued

support.”

Meeting people, chatting to them and

demonstrating how their wide range of machines

can benefit businesses and individuals is another

big focus for Global and each year the team hits

the road to attend various events.

They’re already gearing up for a packed

show season and taking various state-of-theart

machines from Bandit, SANY, Jo Beau,

and Pezzolato to industry-leading forestry,

landscaping, recycling and construction

exhibitions.

Global Machinery

Solutions is incredibly

proud of the industry

reputation it has

achieved. It hopes

to continue its

outstanding level of

growth and aspires

to become one of the

best-known machinery

distributers across

the industries it

supplies, while creating

significant employment

opportunities.

Machines are available for sale or to hire.

For more on specific machines, click the photo.

T +44 (0)1476 568384

sales@globalmachinerysolutions.co.uk

www.globalmachinerysolutions.co.uk

Freedom Recycling’s MRW 2.85G recycling

shredder

Freedom Recycling’s investment in a new Pronar

shredder and SANY excavator has seen its wood

and waste processing capability increase to 700

Mick Murfitt with his SANY SY50U excavator


Land, Leisure & Tourism Show Review – Top Exhibitors

Unlock growth

the event brought together a broad spectrum

of exhibitors showcasing everything from

interior furnishings to cutting-edge ticketing

software. This was the chance to connect with

top suppliers, discover innovative products, and

explore the latest solutions tailored to enhance

guest experiences and streamline operations.

Are you a holiday park owner, rural business

leader, or leisure attraction manager looking

to innovate and grow your business? The Land

Leisure and Tourism Show, the UK’s premier

event dedicated to rural businesses, holiday

parks, and tourism, returned to Birmingham’s

NEC from 6-7 November 2024.

This year was the most exciting yet, offering an

unmissable platform for networking, learning,

and discovering the latest industry innovations.

This show was designed to empower businesses

in the land, leisure, and tourism sectors with

practical tools and actionable insights to

drive growth and success. Whether seasoned

professional or new to the industry, the Land

Leisure and Tourism Show offered a diverse and

dynamic environment where fresh ideas, new

suppliers, and expert knowledge came together

to help unlock potential.

Spanning two major zones, Holiday Park, Resorts,

Food and Beverage, and Family Attractions,

In addition to the exhibition, the show featured

over 40 expert-led seminars and workshops

across two theatres: the Maxxton Theatre and

the Hoseasons/Cottages.com Theatre. These

sessions were tailored to provide attendees

with insights and practical knowledge to help

businesses in the land, leisure, and tourism

sectors grow and thrive.

These were some of the must-attend sessions:

● WR Partners delivered an essential seminar

on tax efficiency for diversified rural

businesses. Topics included inheritance tax,

VAT implications, and capital allowances,

ensuring attendees are equipped to manage

their finances more effectively.

● Alton Towers’ Social Media Editor hosted a

hands-on workshop on creating compelling

short-form video content for social media.

Visitors could bring their footage to the

session and leave with a ready-to-post video

highlighting their business’ unique selling

points.

● WebBox Digital expert Sean Giles shared his

insights in a session titled ‘25 Must-Haves for

Leisure and Tourism Websites in 2025’. With

more than 15 years of experience in digital

marketing, Giles offered practical strategies to

boost a website’s performance and increase

conversion rates.

Land, Leisure & Tourism Show returns to

Birmingham’s NEC from 5-6 November 2026.

This is our pick of the best exhibitors from last

year’s show, listed here in alphabetical order:

Citation, Gailarde, Go Zero, ICE Trikes, Igne,

LeisureBench, Outdoor Play UK, ParcVu Systems,

Quintas Cleantech, Technical Outdoor Solutions

& Up Acre. Further details can be found on this

page and the next five.

www.lltshow.com

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Booking Experts and ParcVu: A new powerhouse

in holiday park management

Here at ParcVu, we

are thrilled to share

some exciting news. We

have recently forged a

valuable partnership

with Booking Experts,

a prominent provider

of software services

to the Hospitality

sector in Europe.

This collaboration

is set to bring about

groundbreaking

developments in the

world of holiday parks, offering an enhanced and

innovative experience for our customers.

Unleashing new market opportunities

Booking Experts brings to the table a cutting-edge

bookings platform, coupled with top-tier CMS,

marketing, and payment solutions that seamlessly

complement the existing offerings of ParcVu. Their

wealth of knowledge and expertise in the hospitality

industry across Europe presents a tremendous

opportunity for both new and existing ParcVu

customers, enabling us to unlock fresh market

potential and reach new heights of success.

Elevating customer solutions

The investment made by Booking Experts into

ParcVu is poised to elevate our existing range of

solutions, allowing us to provide our UK customers

with more advanced and accelerated results.

This means an even

more efficient and

effective approach to

delivering value for our

clients. Experience the

enhanced solutions

firsthand by getting in

touch with ParcVu today!

Leadership and

continuity

In the midst of this

exciting development,

it’s important to note

that the ParcVu leadership team will continue to

steer the ship in the UK, remaining deeply invested

in the company. With the support of Booking

Experts as our trusted partner, we are poised to

maintain and build upon the successes achieved

in recent years, ensuring a seamless continuity of

service and innovation. Stay connected with us as

we evolve and grow!

A future of technological advancement

As we embark on this new journey, we are eagerly

looking forward to harnessing our combined

strengths and expertise to deliver the most

comprehensive and technologically advanced

platform for holiday parks in the UK and Europe.

This partnership represents the dawn of an

exhilarating new chapter – the convergence of

Booking Experts and ParcVu is set to drive a

significant transformation in the holiday park sector.

Join ParcVu Booking Experts on the journey

We are thrilled to be at the forefront of this

revolution, & we invite you to join us on this incredible

journey as we pave the way for a new era in the world

of holiday parks. Stay tuned for more updates as we

continue to push boundaries, innovate, and redefine

the holiday park experience. Get in touch with us to

learn more about this exciting partnership and the

future of ParcVu and Booking Experts!

Is it better than the competition?

With this merger, Booking Experts & ParcVu have

become one of the strongest solutions in the UK

market. Get in touch with us to find out what we can

do for your business – and you decide.

T 01244 661777

info@parcvu.com

www.parcvu.com

Building exceptional

outdoor spaces for

businesses

Since 2001, LeisureBench has been

a trusted provider for businesses

across diverse sectors to design,

manufacture, and install high-quality

outdoor furniture that inspires

comfortable & sustainable spaces.

From bespoke pieces to ready-to-go

options, we manage every detail

from start to finish, making the

whole process smooth

and stress-free for you

and your team.

Sustainability is a core

pillar of LeisureBench’s

business. We believe

that great furniture should not only

look good but also do good for the

planet. That’s why we’re proud to

be certified by the Fore Stewardship

Council (FSC), ensuring that all the

timber we use is sourced responsibly

from forests managed for

sustainability. We also offer a range

of eco-friendly products made from

recycled plastic, reducing waste and

supporting a circular economy. By

choosing LeisureBench, you’re not

only enhancing your outdoor spaces

but also making a positive impact on

the environment.

At LeisureBench, we’re committed

to quality and reliability – our

design-led, budget-friendly furniture

is built to last, while our delivery and

installation team get it right every

time.

Our services include:

● Design

● Manufacturing

● Bespoke

● Installation

● Project Management

Let’s start designing your outdoor

space today! Email:

support@lesiurebench.co.uk

or call 01949 862920 or

visit: www.leisurebench.co.uk



Slash your water bills

The borehole solution for landowners and leisure

businesses

With water bills set to rise again in April, many

landowners and leisure businesses are bracing

for yet another hit to the bottom line. But what if

you could cut those costs dramatically without

sacrificing water supply? That’s exactly what we

demonstrated at the Land, Leisure and Tourism

Show, where one visitor walked away with a

£22,000 saving on his annual water bill.

His business was using 50 cubic metres of water

per day, a huge cost when reliant on a mains

supply. By installing a water borehole for him,

we enabled him to extract the maximum allowed

without requiring an abstraction licence, covering

40% of his water needs effectively for free.

The result? Instant savings, long-term security,

and no need to fear future price hikes.

If your business relies

on large volumes of

water – whether for

holiday parks, golf

courses, farming, or

hospitality perhaps –

you’re literally pouring

money down the drain

by relying on mains

water. We’ve been

drilling and maintaining

private water supplies

for decades, helping

businesses like yours

take control of their

water costs.

Why private boreholes make financial sense for

high water users:

● Massive savings – we can calculate exactly

how much you’ll save and when your

investment will be cost-neutral.

● End-to-end service – from feasibility

assessments and drilling to filtration,

maintenance, and compliance, we handle

everything for you.

● Nationwide coverage – whether you’re

in Cornwall, Carmarthen, Cumbria or the

Cairngorms, (or anywhere in between!), we

drill, install and maintain boreholes across the

entire UK.

Worried about upfront costs?

We understand investing in a borehole

might seem like a big step. But when you’re

haemorrhaging money on water bills, doing

nothing is the costliest decision of all. With mains

water prices only going one way, a borehole

gives you stability, independence, and long-term

savings.

Ready to take control of your water costs?

If you’re fed up with rising bills and want to know

if a borehole could work for your business, let’s

have a chat. No jargon, no pressure, just clear,

honest advice on whether a borehole is the right

decision, and if so, how much you could save with

a private supply.

Talk to our borehole experts at Igne today. Your

future self (and your bank balance) will thank

you.

T 01544 267980

hello@igne.com

www.igne.com/water-wells

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Gailarde:

A trusted supplier of

textiles & homeware for

the leisure sector

Gailarde has been supplying highquality

textiles and homeware to the

hospitality sector for over 40 years.

As a family-run business, they take

pride in delivering exceptional service,

making procurement seamless for

their customers. Their core product

collections include bedding, linen and

towelling and in recent years they

have expanded into the provision of

homeware, including inventory packs,

soft furnishings and furniture.

Understanding the challenges of

managing multi-site operations,

Gailarde offers tailored solutions to

ensure consistency, quality, and value

across all accommodation levels – from

independent holiday parks to luxury

resorts. Their inventory packs, bespoke

welcome kits and brand-standard

collections simplify the sourcing of

essentials.

As proud members of the British Holiday

& Home Parks Association and the

UK Housekeepers Association, they

are committed to industry excellence.

With global purchasing power, they

offer competitive prices, while their

sustainability credentials – including

a Gold EcoVadis rating – demonstrate

their commitment to responsible

sourcing. Their UK-based distribution

centre ensures fast, reliable nationwide

service.

Gailarde helps businesses simplify

procurement with high-quality

products, competitive pricing, and

sustainable solutions. To learn more,

contact Head of Hospitality, Lesley

Twinn, at: lesley@gailarde.com or call

07483 044012.

CUSTOM WOODEN PLAYGROUNDS


Expert ropes course

construction, training &

inspection

As a specialist outlet for outdoor

centres, Technical Outdoor Solutions

provide rope course construction,

training, technical advice and equipment

for the outdoor industry, as well as

inspections for all PPE and Ropes

Course facilities.

For over 20 years, Technical Outdoor

Solutions has been a leader in designing

and building adventures in the outdoor

and ropes course industries. Its expert

team delivers personalised, highquality

services, from bespoke designs

and detailed concept drawings to

construction using the latest materials.

Named a European Ropes Course

Association (ERCA) certified training

and inspection body, Technical Outdoor

Solutions has partnered with adventure

parks, holiday parks, local authorities,

recreational businesses, schools,

landowners, individuals, educational

centres, and the Armed Forces.

Technical Outdoor Solutions specialises

in sport and work-at-height equipment,

turning your bespoke ideas into reality.

Whether you need a low ropes course,

assault course, zip wires, high ropes

course, giant swings, jump bags, or

Outdoor Play UK

Outdoor Play UK is a family run

business who love to design and

manufacture innovative and unique

wooden playground equipment.

We offer an inhouse service from

concept to installation to meet

any bespoke requirements for our

clients.

Alongside this we have a

comprehensive range of standard

products for all ages and abilities

that are themed or traditional in

design and function. From combine

harvesters to giant creatures, to

tractors, trains and boats, all of any

size we can provide a solution to

your play area needs.

more, its team delivers tailored solutions

to meet your needs.

Be sure to check the website for

the latest training courses available

throughout 2025. These include

Operational Inspection and Maintenance

Course (OIMC), PPE Inspector Course,

and ERCA Traditional High Ropes

Instructor and Generic Rescue

Combined.

Contact

T 01768 840300

info@technicaloutdoorsolutions.co.uk

www.technicaloutdoorsolutions.co.uk

Using PEFC laminated timbers

and other high-quality materials

to enhance the aesthetic and

durability of our products we have

a proven track record across all

market sectors within the UK.

Please visit: www.outdoorplayuk.

co.uk to find out more about

our services and products,

from there feel free to connect

with us to arrange a free

no obligation design and

consultancy experience with our

knowledgeable sales and design

team. Alternatively, please call us

on 01803 814523 to begin your

journey with us.

01803 814523 www.outdoorplayuk.co.uk



Get ahead of the Employment Rights Bill

assessments and training – and click

here to download our full Worker

Protection Act guide.

On 10th October 2024, the government

published the Employment Rights Bill

laying out the first wave of Employment

Law reforms they’ve proposed. This has

been called “the biggest upgrade to rights

at work for a generation”, and, sitting at

158 pages, includes a lot that you need to

prepare for. But there are a few that might

have a greater impact on your business,

so the experts at our partner Citation have

broken down a few of the more important

ones that you need to know about.

Day one unfair dismissal rights

Labour are removing the two year

qualifying period for the right to make

an unfair dismissal claim – it’ll now be

a right from day one. You can still use

probationary periods but you’ll need to

follow a fair and transparent process and

prove a fair reason for dismissal.

● What now? Review your contracts,

especially the probation and dismissal

procedures to make sure they’re

compliant. These amendments might

be best done by a professional, and

advice may be needed to navigate

the increased risks of short service

dismissals.

Tackling harassment

On 26th October 2024, the Worker

Protection (Amendment of Equality Act

2010) Act 2023 came into force, and

employers now have a duty to take

reasonable steps to prevent sexual

harassment. The Employment Rights Bill

extends this to include ‘all’ reasonable

steps, and now includes an extra duty to

prevent third party harassment too.

● What now? Review your policies, risk

Changes to Statutory Sick Pay

Labour have committed to scrapping the

lower earnings limit requirement and 3

day waiting periods for SSP making SSP

payable from the first day of sickness

absence.

● What now? These changes will

increase the cost of sickness absence,

and you’ll need to review your absence

management processes to ensure

you have robust systems in place to

manage sickness absence levels

within your business.

Of course, this hardly scrapes the

surface of the change you need to be

ready for, but it’s important that you’re

proactively adapting to change so

you can secure your future. If you’re

struggling to stay on top of it all, call our

advice line on: 0161 504 0843 between

9am and 5pm Monday to Friday for free,

confidential advice that puts you first.

www.citation.co.uk

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Hotels reap benefits of EV charging with Go Zero

Charging provider Go Zero is helping hotels

across the UK attract EV drivers and unlock new

revenue streams by providing intelligent, reliable

and convenient charging solutions.

With over 1.4 million fully electric vehicles now

on UK roads, the demand for convenient hotel

charging has never been higher. On-site charging

facilities save EV drivers a trip to a public charge

point, making charging more convenient and

hassle-free and giving them a better overall guest

experience. Go Zero’s pre-bookable charging

provides peace of mind, encouraging repeat

visits and boosting guest satisfaction.

Andy Gray, chief revenue officer at Go Zero, said,

“As EV driver numbers grow ever higher, charging

Future proof

the farm


is becoming as essential as Wi-Fi. Reliable,

convenient charging enhances the guest

experience, can boost occupancy rates, and is a

key differentiator in a competitive market.”

Go Zero works with the whole spectrum of

hotels – from big names like Holiday Inn Express,

Crowne Plaza and voco, to boutique properties

including The Dial House Hotel in Bourton-on-the-

Water and The Chequers at Burcot. The charging

provider’s diverse client base demonstrates the

versatility of its charging solutions.

With sustainability a growing priority, Go

Zero helps hotels meet demand, improve

guest experience, and progress towards any

environmental targets.

Discover more at:

www.gozerocharge.com

Good solar farm design gives

birdlife a boost

Up Acre helps farmers diversify unproductive

and marginal land without fees, subscriptions, or

hassle. Secure your farm’s future in minutes at:

www.Up-Acre.co.uk

The budget is proving to be a challenge for

landowners across the UK. Many worried farmers

are looking to

diversify their

land to protect

the future of

their farms and

businesses.

Introducing

Up Acre, one

of the UK’s most advanced land diversification

websites. Helping advise farmers with the best

options available. Only ever working with marginal

or unproductive land.

How it works:

● Visit: www.up-acre.co.uk enter your postcode,

and draw your land with the mapping tool

● After analysing millions of data points, you can

pick options specifically suited to your land.

● Click apply for the option you like

● This books you a call with a member of their

expert team who will get the ball rolling for

you.

Up Acre believes diversification should support

farming, not replace it – ensuring farms run for

another generation, not just another year.

No fees. No subscriptions. No hassle.

Get started today at: www.up-acre.co.uk –

alternatively, for any questions or just a chat,

you can email: info@up-acre.co.uk or call

0203 941 7069.

Green energy is booming

in the UK as the

government strives to

meet its commitment

to net zero by 2050.

Despite this, public

myths persist about the

negative consequences

of renewables, chief

among them being

concerns over the

impact on local wildlife.

At their best, solar energy projects benefit all

stakeholders – including the local ecosystem. This is

why at Quintas Cleantech we develop solar projects

in partnership with landowners and communities,

designed to exist in harmony with their surroundings

– not only by minimising the impact of construction

but also through features that enhance biodiversity,

like seeding wild plants to attract pollinating insects

and the birds that feed on them. Other design

ICE Trikes: A new accessible

exciting cycling experience

Hand built in Britain,

ICE Trikes was one

of our Top Exhibitors

from Land, Leisure &

Tourism Show 2024,

where they showcased

their innovative, superb

performance recumbent

trikes.

Trikes offer a

comfortable, safe, and

stable cycling experience,

making them an excellent

addition to any fleet. Their

accessibility ensures that guests or visitors who may

struggle with traditional bikes can still enjoy the ride.

Whether you run a holiday park or a cycle hire

business, ICE Trikes offer the perfect way for your

customers to explore the outdoors – whether it’s a

leisurely countryside ride or an exhilarating journey

through forest trails. With

comfortable, accessible

seating, user-friendly

controls, and a sleek yet

rugged design, these

trikes are a valuable

addition to your fleet.

Recumbent trike cycling

can be incredible fun,

especially if you were to

take a ride on the VTX –

officially the fastest trike

in the world! Offer your

guests a unique cycling

experience they will simply love.

Contact Phil at ICE for more details.

T 01326 378848

philz@icetrikes.co

www.icetrikes.co

options include dual use

land with solar panels

providing shade for crops

or livestock, known as

agrivoltaics.

This approach was

vindicated recently in a

study by the RSPB and

University of Cambridge,

which found that

well-designed UK solar farms actively encourage

birdlife, including threatened species. Co-author,

Dr Catherine Waite, said, “If you manage solar

energy production in a certain way, not only are you

providing clean energy but benefitting biodiversity.”

Quintas Cleantech is determined to stay at the

forefront of UK solar development in tune with

nature.

Learn more at: www.quintasenergy.com/

cleantech/development-uk


Industrial

Spotlight on Quirepace: Supplier

and manufacturer of innovative

products to industry

Quirepace is an

SME manufacturer

and supplier

specialising in

supplying niche

equipment to

primarily industrial

and healthcare

customers.

Portable Industrial

Vacuum Cleaners

Under the BVC – British Vacuum Cleaners –

brand, Quirepace specialise in manufacturing

Industrial Vacuum Cleaners for industry. The

BVC brand is best known for the heavy-duty

UK manufactured units that deliver the best

of traditional, solid, British manufacturing and

engineering.

In the industrial workplace, hazards from

dusts and spilled product fall into two distinct

categories; the first is dusts that are hazardous

to health. This category includes obvious

products like asbestos and silica dust, but

any dust that can be breathed in by the

operator or other personnel in the workplace

is likely to be hazardous to health to a degree.

Industrial Vacuum Cleaners with M-Class and

H-Class filtration ensure hazardous dusts are

appropriately handled when being recovered.

The second category is dusts that are hazardous

in the environment. The obvious category is

dusts that can potentially cause an explosive

atmosphere, particularly organic products like

sugar and flour. Some products fall in to both

categories such as wood dusts, which are both

hazardous to health and potentially explosive.

ATEX rated Industrial Vacuum Cleaners must be

specified for use in ATEX zones.

Exhausters and

Blowers

At the heart of most

of the BVC range of

Industrial Vacuum

Cleaners is a BVC

multi-stage turbine

manufactured

here in the UK

at Fareham.

Quirepace also

supply a range

of side-channel exhausters and blowers

manufactured in Italy by Esam.

Together, the UK manufactured BVC multistage

units plus the Esam side channel machines

offer a range of units to satisfy every potential

requirement for the supply of both positive and

negative pressure air to industrial manufacturers

and processors.

The choice of which type is more appropriate

for the application depends to some extent

whether it is more important to maintain either

a consistent pressure, or a consistent air flow as

demand changes; a side channel will tend to vary

the pressure against any resistance to maintain

a constant flow, whereas a BVC multistage unit

will tend to vary the flow to maintain a constant

pressure. Quirepace’s expert sales team can

guide the user towards the most appropriate

solution.

Central Vacuum Cleaning Systems

BVC Multistage vacuum pumps are ideal

for smaller centralised vacuum cleaning

installations. Typically these will have 2-3

simultaneous operators and a fixed pipework

network distributed around the facility to serve

the various use locations.

Quirepace design and build central vacuum

cleaning systems up to around 30kW, with

configurations for hazardous dusts and ATEX

environments. A wide range of hoses and tools is

available to suit all requirements.

Pneumatic Tube

Systems

Pneumatic tube

systems are the best

solution for moving

small payloads up to

around 3kg quickly

between multiple

locations within a

facility. In industry,

the principal use for

Quirepace pneumatic

tube systems is to

transport samples for

QC testing from the production floor to the on-site

laboratory or testing location.

A range of different systems is offered to meet all

possible requirements, from the simplest pointto-point

‘Diana’ system, to complex computercontrolled

networks. Tube sizes range from

60mm to 200mm, with 75, 110, and 160mm

diameters being the most common sizes.

Using a pneumatic tube system for rapid

transportation of small payloads, is not only

efficient, it also enhances health and safety by

removing the requirement for people to walk

samples through production areas.

Garment and PPE Dispensing and Tracking

Equipment

Utilising a similar RFID tracking system to that

used in Pneumatic Tube Systems and with other

technological synergies as industrial electromechanical

equipment, this new range of

equipment in the Quirepace portfolio is designed

to dispense, track and recover garments, items of

PPE and indeed, anything else to which an RFID

tag can be attached.

The system consists of dispensers, retrieval units

and a robust software system that tracks every

item as it is dispensed

to individual users

allowing managers to

know at any time how

many garments or items

of PPE are in circulation,

who has them, how long

they have had them and

when they have been

returned.

T 023 9260 3700

sales@quirepace.co.uk

www.quirepace.co.uk

www.bvc.co.uk

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Industrial

UNISIG’s approach to automating

surgical instrument manufacturing

As surgical instrument

manufacturers pursue

greater throughput while

facing increased labour

costs, automating the

medical instrument

manufacturing process

has become a necessity.

However, integrating

automation into the

gundrilling process

for drilling deep holes

in extremely precise

surgical instruments in lights-out operation is a major

engineering challenge requiring more than simply

pairing a robot with a deep-hole drilling machine.

The right machine, tools and process must all come

together to create small holes with extreme precision

in difficult-to-machine materials such as titanium and

surgical stainless steel. More importantly, the entire

system must flow from a unified concept where the

whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

To meet these challenges, UNISIG developed its

UNE6-2i-750-CR dual independent spindle gundrilling

machine. The UNE6-2i is capable of gundrilling hole

diameters ranging from 0.8-6mm in part lengths

measuring up to 30 inches with depth-to-diameter

ratios from 20:1 to more than 100:1. The machine has

a maximum combined drilling speed of 28,000rpm and

a 3,000psi (207) bar programmable flow-based coolant

system with dedicated pumps for each spindle to ensure

precise coolant pressure control.

Automating hundreds of cycles of precision

manufacturing, however, is not possible unless the

overall operation is considered from the outset. Surgical

instrument manufacturing is a sequential process: parts

must be loaded into the machine in a particular way for

specific operations that happen in a specific order.

Workpiece length, shape and configuration determine

where it is gripped by the

robot when loaded into

a machine, moved from

spindle to spindle for

drilling, residual cutting

fluid removed, & returned

to the pallet. Where a part

is gripped impacts where

it is clamped for drilling

to ensure accuracy. Every

variable along the process

chain must be considered

and accounted for, and the

calculus is detailed and complicated.

Then there are unique customer needs and

requirements. The equipment and process must

accommodate a variety of part families and hundreds of

parts to increase runtime and efficiency. Operators must

be able to change over part types and programming

without calling in an automation specialist, and the

entire process must be controlled from a central

interface. Add to the mix that everything must be

packaged in as small a footprint as possible, and the

scope of the engineering challenge comes into focus.

UNISIG’s approach to solving these problems, however,

results in targeted automation that enhances the

existing benefits of gundrilling, ensuring a solid

foundation for reliable process-wide automation.

At its core, the automated

UNE6-2i is a purposebuilt

machine with

automation embedded in

its design, not added as an

afterthought. Flexibility and

adaptability are maximised

by a harmonious,

interdependent

mechanical, software

and operational planning

scheme.

To meet size constraints, a 6-axis robot was embedded

in the machine with a pallet system on the backside

of the machine, allowing easy operator access from

the front to setup the machine without compromising

ergonomics. The configuration enables quick setup

changes between prototype and proving operations and

full production runs.

The robot automatically repositions the workpiece from

the front of the first spindle into the rear of the second

spindle without operator input. The process of drilling a

part from both ends in a single-piece flow is unique to

UNISIG. Workpieces with enlarged features on one side

are loaded from the rear of the collet, solving a common

problem in gundrilling medical surgical instruments with

full automation.

Control of the UNE6-2i and a computer are consolidated

into the Human Machine Interface (HMI), a menudriven

touch screen system for easy, intuitive operation.

Training and operator engagement with the system

is significantly reduced due to user-friendly UNISIG

controller menus and prompts.

UNISIG’s comprehensive and integrated approach to

automating medical part manufacturing is a vision that

sets it apart in the industry. It’s more than drilling the

impossible hole. It’s a commitment to understanding

and to the research that drives continuous improvement

and innovation for automated part production at its full

potential.

Further information on

all machines and the

complete UNISIG machine

program is available at:

www.unisig.com or follow

the company on LinkedIn

and Twitter (@UNISIG).

You will also meet us at

the EMO 2024 show in

Hannover, Germany, from

22-26 September.


Industrial

Environmental Integrated Solutions Ltd (EIS):

VOC Abatement and Odour Control Systems

CECO Environmental (EIS)

provides market-leading

solutions such as VOC

abatement, odour control and

acid gas removal for industrial

applications requiring air

pollution control. Offering

turnkey solutions, EIS offers

comprehensive, compliant

solutions across the global

industrial sector. With all eyes

on air quality, EIS is dedicated

to safer, cleaner solutions to

protect people, the planet and

industrial equipment. The sales and design offices are

based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, with equipment

manufactured globally. EIS was formed in 2005 by

four experienced colleagues who had worked together

within the abatement industry for many years.

Favourable acquisition

In 2020, EIS was acquired by CECO Environmental:

A global player serving industrial air, industrial

water and energy transitions markets through

engineered systems and industrial process solutions

headquartered in Dallas, USA. CECO Environmental

has industrial expertise dating back over 150

years and now across more than 40 countries. In

January this year, CECO Environmental was ranked

20 on the prestigious Forbes 2024 list of America’s

Most Successful Small-Cap Companies. CECO

Environmental works actively to optimise air quality

and the energy value chain through bespoke solutions

for petrochemical processing, power generation,

refining, midstream oil & gas, EV production, general

industrial, poly silicon fabrication, battery recycling,

water/wastewater treatment and much more.

This acquisition has further leveraged CECO’s North

American supply chain for EIS and given CECO access

to the European production partners through EIS. This

consolidates EIS as a UK hub for CECO’s industrial

solutions, allowing for a greater push across European

industrial markets.

Spotlight on EIS

EIS operates as a worldwide solutions provider in

air pollution control, specialising in turnkey VOC

abatement, odour control and air pollution control

systems. The best solutions are selected for air

pollution control applications from our range of

technologies available.

These include:

● Regenerative Oxidisers (RTO)

● Recuperative Oxidisers

● Direct Fired Thermal Oxidisers

(DFTO)

● Catalytic Oxidisers

● Zeolite Concentrators

● Carbon Adsorption Systems

● Dust Extraction & Air Filtration Systems

● Heat Recovery Systems

● Ductwork Systems.

“EIS operate in a variety of industries which are

not exclusive of automotive and automotive parts,

chemical and process industries, can manufacturing,

waste and water industry, printing and flexible

packaging, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, electric

vehicles and EV battery plants and many more.”

“With various technologies and solutions available

to us, EIS have a reputation as experts in the field

with strong project management capabilities. EIS are

known for robust and reliable designs while providing

energy efficient solutions,” explains Peter Hill, Sales

Manager, Environmental Integrated Solutions Ltd,

CECO Environmental.

Case study: Supporting EV manufacturers

EIS are currently working on

a large project for an electric

car manufacturer with air

to water heat recovery. The

heat exchanger recovers up

to 3,000kW of heat per hour.

The hot air from the RTO preheats

boiler water. This is then

pumped back to the central heating hub.

Looking to 2025: Future developments

“During 2024, EIS exhibited at CHEMUK24 for

the first time: It’s the UK’s largest annual event

dedicated to the development, manufacture

and management of chemicals and formulated

products. We were fortunate that this year’s event

had a record attendance and we’re now looking for

new opportunities to showcase our solutions. This

year, we also joined forces with NEPIC- who mainly

operate in the North East as we felt that this cluster

of businesses offered an idea opportunity to work

alongside other process providers, manufacturers and

professional partners engaged in the usage of our

technologies.”

“Looking to 2025, there are impending legislative

changes in emission regulations in the water industry,

particularly regarding methane and nitrous oxide. EIS

is actively working with partners to provide solutions

with abatement systems for the water industry sector

on their journey to Net Zero.”

For more information on how EIS can support

your industry, please see the details below:

T +44 (0)121 550 7079

phill@OneCeco.com

www.eisuk.co.uk

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MAC Solutions: Empowering businesses with

smarter IT & industrial solutions

Industrial

At MAC Solutions, we provide tailored,

technology-driven solutions designed to

streamline IT and industrial operations,

ensuring businesses stay efficient, secure, and

competitive. Our expertise spans cybersecurity,

cloud infrastructure, industrial networking, and

operational technology (OT) security, delivering

seamless integration and robust protection for

your digital and industrial ecosystems.

Simplifying IT management

Managing IT can be

complex, but MAC Solutions

makes it simple. We offer

managed IT services, cloud

solutions, and infrastructure

optimisation to ensure your

business runs smoothly.

Our proactive approach

helps minimise downtime,

enhance system performance, and reduce ITrelated

stress so you can focus on growing your

business, not managing IT challenges.

Enhancing business efficiency

Efficiency is the backbone of success, and

we specialise in optimising workflows and

automating processes to help businesses

operate smarter. Whether it’s through cloud

adoption, industrial software integration, or

custom networking solutions, we ensure your

technology works seamlessly and efficiently

to support your business goals. By reducing

operational bottlenecks and leveraging smart

automation, we help organisations maximise

productivity and improve system reliability.

Securing your data & systems

Cyber threats are constantly evolving, making

security a top priority for every business. At

MAC Solutions, we provide comprehensive

cybersecurity solutions, including threat

detection, firewall protection, data encryption,

and risk management. Our managed security

services ensure continuous monitoring and rapid

response to threats, keeping your critical data

and systems safe from cyberattacks.

Industrial & Operational Technology (OT)

solutions

Industries today require secure, connected,

and scalable solutions to maintain efficient

industrial operations. We specialise in hardened

networking, industrial automation, and open

platform communications (OPC) to help

businesses optimise and protect their industrial

environments. Our solutions enable real-time

monitoring, secure remote access, and seamless

industrial connectivity, ensuring minimal

downtime and maximum efficiency.

A trusted technology partner

With MAC Solutions, you’re not just getting a

service provider you’re working with a technology

partner that is dedicated to

delivering the right solutions

for your business. We take

the time to understand your

challenges, tailor solutions

to your needs, and provide

ongoing support to ensure

lasting success.

Whether you’re looking to secure your

operations, enhance efficiency, or simplify

IT management, MAC Solutions provides the

expertise and technology to make it happen.

Let’s build a smarter, more secure, and more

efficient future together.

Contact

T 01527 529774

sales@mac-solutions.co.uk

www.mac-solutions.net


Industrial

A Short History of CBAM

To understand CBAM and its purpose,

it’s important to first note that markets

like the EU, UK, and USA introduced

Emission Trading Schemes (ETS) years

ago to ‘tax’ energy-intensive industries

and reduce carbon emissions.

Industries such as cement, power

generation, and steel were included

under ETS regulations.

However, EU-based producers subject

to ETS faced higher production costs

compared to overseas competitors

in regions without equivalent carbon

pricing. This created a competitive

disadvantage for EU producers. Many

buyers therefore sought material and

product supply from cheaper markets,

countries without the emissions rules of the

EU. Global carbon emissions greatly increased

because of this.

To address these issues, the EU introduced

the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

(CBAM). CBAM applies a carbon price to imports

of certain goods, ensuring a level commercial

playing field for EU producers. It aims to prevent

‘carbon leakage’ – the relocation of production

to countries with lax emissions rules – and

incentivises global manufacturers to adopt

greener practices.

Does it affect you?

There are seven main categories, with the

metals sector one of the hardest hit. If you have

precursor materials or products covered by CN

codes under CBAM and you export to the EU, it

will likely affect you.

Understanding CBAM and what to do about it

has been the subject of much confusion. The

transition period leading up to 01 January 2026

is crucial for businesses to adapt to the new

regulations, so now is the time to act.

Demystifying CBAM and making it work for your

business

Auditel helps companies navigate CBAM

compliance obligations and manage financial

risks. They also ensure that businesses not only

meet the regulatory requirements but capitalise

on opportunities for innovation and sustainability

in their operations.

Auditel supports companies by

providing:

● CBAM Readiness Assessments

– Comprehensive evaluations to

determine your current state of

preparedness and identify critical gaps.

● Customised Training and Workshops

– Tailored training sessions for teams

to understand CBAM requirements

and learn how to manage and report

emissions effectively.

Practical CBAM Support

Struggling with data gathering, whether in

your business or with your subcontractors

and suppliers? Need help with

calculations, submissions or navigating

legislation? Auditel has practical support

packages to ease the burden.

M 07886 283211

ukmetal@auditel.co.uk

www.auditel.co.uk

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Mixing and dispersing technology specialist

ystral at the European Coatings Show

Innovative process

engineering solutions for

more energy and resource

efficiency

The energy- and resourcesaving

production of

lacquers, paints and coatings

is the focus of ystral’s trade

fair appearance at ECS 2025.

The European Coatings Show

and Conference will take

place in Nuremberg/Germany from 25 to 27

March.

The mixing

and dispersing

technology

specialist ystral

projects, designs

and manufactures

mixing, dispersing

and powder wetting

machines as well

as process systems,

which are used

worldwide in various

industries. At ECS,

ystral is focusing

on the enormous

efficiency gains that

are possible

in the

production

of lacquers,

paints and

coatings

with

innovative

process

technology.

“We

would like

to enter discussions with

manufacturers in these

industries about how they can

significantly reduce the energy

and resource requirements of

their processes – and how we can support them

with our technologies, our in-depth industry

knowledge and our expertise, which has grown

over decades,” says Dr Hans-Joachim Jacob,

Senior Expert Process and Applications at ystral.

In Hall 4 (Booth no. 4-553) the company is

presenting two technologies, the powder wetting

and dispersing machine YSTRAL Conti-TDS

and the YSTRAL Jetstream Mixer, which enable

energy and process time savings of up to

90% compared to the agitators and dissolvers

commonly used in the production of lacquers

and paints.

Further information

A white paper by ystral on

the topic, ‘Saving energy

using more efficient process

technology; 8 levers for

more energy efficiency in

the production of paints,

varnishes, printing inks

& coatings’, can be

downloaded from: https://

ystral.com/whitepaperenergy-paints-coatings

An online seminar with Dr.

Hans-Joachim Jacob on

the topic, ‘The Magic of

Making Paint – Innovations

in Paint Production’ is

available free of charge at: www.ystral.com/

innovations-in-paint-production

Further information on ystral’s presence at the

European Coatings Show 2025 can be found

at: https://ystral.com/en/ecs-2025

For more information on ystral, contact the

regional UK office (S3 Processes Limited) in

Derbyshire:

T 0845 505 3530

info@s3process.co.uk

www.s3process.co.uk

https://ystral.com

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High performance over a long period:

3M Cubitron 3 High-Performance Abrasives

Industrial

The introduction of 3M Cubitron 3 High-Performance

Abrasives marks a significant step forward in the

manufacturing industry. The technology, a result

of extensive research and development, will

fundamentally change the

way companies worldwide

conduct grinding

operations.

In a time of change and

increasing demands in the

manufacturing landscape,

the pursuit of excellence

is crucial. The introduction

of 3M Cubitron 3 fibre

discs, grinding wheels,

and cloth belts makes

grinding processes faster, more

efficient, and safer. Through patented

breakthroughs in abrasive grain shape

and molecular bonding technology, this

new product line delivers exceptional performance

levels.

High performance over a long period

Thanks to a significantly higher cutting speed,

companies can process more parts with fewer

resources, leading to increased productivity. For

example, 3M Cubitron 3 fibre disc 1182C delivers up

to 61% faster cut rate compared to previous generation

3M Cubitron II fibre disc 982C. Also, the disc lasts

longer than conventional competitor products: with the

3M Cubitron 3 fibre disc 1182C, up to 34% more

material can be removed compared to a conventional

fibre disc. 3M Cubitron 3 Cut-off wheels last up to 3X

longer compared to previous generation

3M Cubitron II Cut-off wheels. This

means more parts can be processed

with fewer disc changeouts

needed and less downtime.

Less noise, less vibration

Reducing hand-arm

vibration and noise

contributes to employee

well-being and supports

employers in creating safer

working environments. The

3M Cubitron 3 fibre discs

can help reduce hand-arm

vibration up to 88% and

reduce noise levels by up

to 70% compared to highquality

competitive grinding

wheels.

Durable and sustainable

The development of 3M Cubitron 3 High-

Performance Abrasives also took into account the

increasing automation, which helps to maximise the

efficiency of automated manufacturing processes.

The durable abrasives and packaging with recycled

materials meet the industry’s sustainability goals and

help reduce the ecological footprint.

Winning Abrasive Combinations

Winning Abrasive Combinations bring together

engineered excellence of Cubitron and Scotch-Brite

abrasives, to help unlock the full potential of industrial

process. While Cubitron Performance Abrasives

help deliver outstanding performance in grinding and

cutting, Scotch-Brite abrasives enhance safety and

productivity across cleaning, preparation and refining.

Scotch-Brite abrasives, made with non-woven fibres,

provide a quality finish faster, reducing rework. The

Clean & Strip XT-PRO disc is designed to efficiently

remove rust, paint, or mill scale without altering

surface geometry and easily delivering quality finish.

It also helps reduce hand-arm vibration by up to 90%

compared to wire brushes, typically used in cleaning

applications.

By combining engineered abrasives, processes can be

streamlined faster and easier across all steps involved.

With breadth of solutions, Winning Combinations can

involve any abrasive pairing tailored for specific process

requirements to deliver superior results, reduce

process times, and improve overall productivity. For

more details, please refer to our Winning Combinations

Flyer.

Further information at: https://engage.3m.com/

ASD-Winning-Combinations-en


Print & Packaging News

‘Plug & Print’ promise applies to

SAP Shop Floor environments

SAP ranks among the leading

ERP systems worldwide.

Especially in the food and

packaging sectors, SAP plays

a key role in the efficient

organisation of supply chain

processes. As so many

LEIBINGER customers come

from these sectors, the

industrial printer specialist

will be offering SAP users

even greater convenience,

security and efficiency when

connecting printers to SAP

Shop Floor in the future.

In collaboration with the Freiburg-based SAP

digitalisation experts at 4IoT GmbH, their SAP Shop

Floor Connect add-on has been expanded to include a

LEIBINGER printer library. This enables all LEIBINGER

printers to be connected to SAP Plug & Play in a

standard application.

Michael Wöhrmann, Director of Business Development

at LEIBINGER, is delighted with the successful

More reliability in coding &

marking for the food industry

Packaging leader SÜDPACK

and industrial printing

specialist LEIBINGER have

joined forces to meet

the growing demand for

sustainable packaging

solutions. The first joint

project is testing the

suitability of CIJ inks for

printing on recyclable films

for packaging food that

is sterilised following the

packaging process. The

tested system combination of packaging and printing

solution saves food manufacturers time and ensures

investment security.

Today, packaging films are expected to be resourcesaving

and recyclable to support a circular economy.

The EU Packaging Regulation requires all packaging

on the EU market to be recyclable by 2030. As a

result, composite materials are being increasingly

replaced by monomaterials. If these monomaterials

are not equipped with a barrier function that prevents

ink components from migrating to food, they may

integration, “This represents

a significant advantage

for our customers, as

LEIBINGER printers can now

be integrated into the SAP

world much more quickly

and efficiently. With this work

as a foundation, essential

customer printer-related

business processes can be

automated. All printer data

and messages are directly

available. For instance,

automated order releases or

production feedback into the

SAP system are conceivable.

All printer data and messages are directly available.”

LEIBINGER customers who use SAP now benefit from

a clearly organised dashboard where they can view all

status data, error messages and process data, including

consumables levels (ink and solvents).

www.leibinger-group.com

only be printed with

harmless ink. This raises

the requirements for the

production, coding &

marking of packaging films.

The packaging market

is experiencing very

fundamental changes. And

it is with this in mind that

SÜDPACK is continuously

expanding its portfolio of

recyclable film solutions.

The company is developing monomaterials that are very

much on par with previous composite materials – both

in terms of convenience and protection. For printing

and coding this type of food packaging, LEIBINGER

offers industrial inkjet printers and develops special

continuous inkjet (CIJ) inks together with SIS Ink

Solution, a LEIBINGER Group company. The interaction

of these components is the focus of the joint project

between SÜDPACK and LEIBINGER.

www.leibinger-group.com

www.suedpack.com

Hugo Beck

expands

machine range

Hugo Beck, a leading innovator in horizontal film

and paper packaging machines, has introduced

significant upgrades to its product line, enhancing

the capabilities for e-commerce, mail order and

logistics applications.

The new paper e-com rapid machine model

introduces improved speeds and efficiency to Hugo

Beck’s existing portfolio. Capable of a maximum

packaging speed of 900 cycles per hour, the new

machine offers packaging with two sewn sides

and two glued sides, ensuring secure and precise

fitting shipping bags. By automatically adjusting

the shipping bag size to accommodate varying

product dimensions in both length and width during

production, the paper e-com rapid enables efficient

packaging of different product sizes in a mixed

batch.

The paper e-com rapid is the latest addition to Hugo

Beck’s machine line for e-commerce applications.

Alongside its predecessor, the paper e-com fit,

users now have access to two performance classes

tailored to meet the demands of sustainable paper

packaging for the e-commerce, mail order, and

logistics sectors.

The paper e-com fit allows for the storage of two

paper rolls of different widths. After scanning the

product, the machine determines the necessary

paper web width and selects one of the two paper

rolls, thereby minimising paper use. In contrast,

the paper e-com rapid achieves higher packaging

speeds by utilising two identical paper webs.

www.hugobeck.com

DS Smith completes €17.6 million investment

DS Smith Hellas, leading fibre-based sustainable

packaging company in Greece, announces the

completion of the upgrade of its box plant in

Korinthos. The €17.6 million investment will lead

to a further 30% increase in the plant’s production

capacity. At the same time, it aims to upgrade

equipment and amplify the quality of the products

for innovative packaging solutions and capacity

enhancements.

The investment in the Korinthos box plant is part

of an overall €33.9 million investment plan and

inaugurated with the upgrade of the Ierapetra box

plant. The investment plan being implemented over

the course of two years at DS Smith’s three box

plants in Greece is expected to significantly enhance

production capacity, improve energy efficiency,

and contribute to the company’s sustainability and

innovation goals in the packaging sector.

The company’s box plant in Korinthos is equipped

with a state-of-the-art Bobst Master DRO machine

to upgrade printing capabilities and improve energy

efficiency. In addition, a 2.8m Fosber Corrugator

machine was installed to enhance the operational

capability of the site and optimise the allocation

of the plant’s resources, leading also to improved

efficiencies. Furthermore, the company constructed

a building extension of 825m 2 to accommodate the

new corrugator, and completed the construction of

the new 3,300m 2 raw materials warehouse.

Contact

www.dssmith.com

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Commercial Vehicle Show Preview

The UK’s ultimate event for road freight,

transport, distribution, and logistics

Since its inception in 2000, it has evolved into

the largest and most influential gathering of

commercial vehicle manufacturers, dealers,

distributors, and suppliers. This event, held at

Birmingham’s NEC from 29 April to 1 May 2025,

is where the industry’s leaders – senior decisionmakers,

directors, managers, and engineers

– come to see the latest innovations in vehicles,

trailers, equipment, and cutting-edge technology.

For those who keep the wheels of industry

turning, this is the unmissable event of the year.

It's where you gain essential insights, uncover

next-level practices, and stay ahead of the

toughest challenges and emerging trends. This

is your chance to connect with peers, drive your

business forward, and solidify your position in the

industry.

Attending The Commercial Vehicle Show is

crucial for anyone serious about the future of

road freight, transport, distribution, and logistics.

This is your chance to connect with industry

leaders, explore the latest innovations, and stay

at the forefront of key trends and challenges.

Don’t miss the chance to experience the

groundbreaking technology that will keep you

ahead of the competition.

Visiting the Commercial Vehicle Show offers a

unique chance to explore the latest innovations

in road freight transport, distribution, and

logistics – all in one place.

Whether you're interested in cutting-edge

vehicles, equipment, and technology, or seeking

insights into industry trends and challenges, this

event is a must-attend. It’s the ideal platform for

networking with key decision-makers, connecting

with suppliers, and staying ahead of the

competition.

Exhibiting at The

Commercial Vehicle Show

provides unmatched

access to the key

decision-makers driving

the road freight, transport,

distribution, and logistics

sectors. It’s the ultimate

platform to showcase your

products, elevate your

brand, and connect with potential customers and

industry leaders.

This year, over 15,000 road freight, distribution,

and logistics professionals will take over the NEC

for the Commercial Vehicle Show – the ultimate

event for the UK and Ireland’s road transport

sector. This is where the serious players connect.

The Commercial Vehicle Show is the only event in

the UK where fleet operators can meet industry

leaders, discover game-changing products,

and find solutions to streamline operations

and reduce costs. This is where the best in the

business come to drive the industry forward and

set new standards.

This year, the Commercial Vehicle Show

is focused on maximising your ROI. With a

revamped floorplan, new features, new content,

and a range of new initiatives throughout

the year, you’re guaranteed a marketing

campaign and exhibiting

experience finely tuned

to your customers. Our

team is here to act as

an extension of your

own, ensuring you build

important relationships

and kick-start your sales

pipeline.

www.cvshow.com

22


Cleaning & Hygiene

Flowcrete takes on

hygiene at Foodex 2025

Flowfresh, an antibacterial flooring

solution from Flowcrete is made

with the food and beverage industry

in mind. This flooring solution can

kill up to 99.9% of bacteria through

silver ions that attack bacteria

and viruses on the floor’s surface.

Chemical resistance is also a key

factor for this flooring, meaning that

it can withstand dropped produce,

as well as cleaning chemicals that

may be used across the facility. In

addition to antibacterial properties,

Flowcrete’s Flowfresh HF has an

impressive anti-slip profile that is

especially useful in wet processing

areas.

Minimising the risk of listeria from

the outset is crucial for maintaining

a contamination-free environment.

Once an area is contaminated, the

pathogen can spread via insects,

staff clothing, or aerosolisation from

improper cleaning. Given the impact

that any form of contamination can

have on food and beverage facilities,

addressing the root causes of

contamination is essential.

Flowcrete, a brand of Tremco CPG

UK and leading manufacturer of

seamless resin floor coatings will be

participating at Foodex 2025, the

premier event for the food and drink

processing, packaging, and logistics

industries. The exhibition will take

place from 7-9 April 2025, at the

NEC Birmingham, UK.

At Foodex 2025, Flowcrete will be

located at Stand M74, presenting

their hygienic flooring solutions.

Visitors to Flowcrete’s stand will

have the opportunity to experience

firsthand the innovation and quality

that sets Flowcrete apart in the Food

and Beverage sectors.

We look forward to seeing you at

Foodex 2025!

Contact

www.flowcrete.eu

Meet Jangro Ai Beta:

The smart cleaning

assistant

Jangro, the UK & Europe’s largest

network of independent janitorial and

cleaning distributors, is thrilled to unveil

Jangro AI Beta. This revolutionary virtual

assistant is designed to provide instant

support for all cleaning and hygiene

needs.

Powered by artificial intelligence (AI),

Jangro AI Beta is available 24/7, offering

efficient and accurate assistance

whenever it is needed. The first AI chat

feature available

on the platform

is dedicated

to carpet

maintenance,

with lots more to

follow.

Users can

interact with this intelligent virtual

assistant to get practical advice on the

best techniques for cleaning various

carpet fibres, along with product

recommendations and trouble-shooting

tips. This smart tool offers instant,

reliable guidance to help keep carpets

looking their best and make their

maintenance easier than ever.

Jangro is set to expand this state-ofthe-art

feature across other areas of

its business. Whether customers are

seeking product information, placing

an order, using its online Learning

Management Solution (LMS), or needing

expert advice, Jangro AI Beta will be able

to assist.

Jo Gilliard, CEO of Jangro, comments, “At

Jangro, we are committed to applying

cutting-edge technology to enhance our

customers’ experience. The introduction

of Jangro AI

Beta marks

a significant

step forward

in providing

instant, reliable

support, initially

for all carpet care

needs. We are

excited to expand this innovative feature

across other areas of our business,

ensuring that we offer our customers

the very best possible assistance,

anytime they need it.”

For more information, please visit:

www.jangro.net/resources/jangro-ai -

for help with carpet care, interact with

Jangro AI Beta at: https://carpet-ai.

jangro.net

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Electronics

The best-kept secret in the

cable industry: Ultrascreen

The demand for high-voltage

cables to distribute electricity

is high and growing fast. Supply

is outstripped and new factories

are being built all over the world.

Look at the audacious Morocco

project to link sunny and windy

Morocco with the UK. And see

‘The surprising key to a clean

energy future’ in Bill Gates’ blog.

High voltage is necessary to

minimise the energy loss in

transmission. It means that

the insulation in the cables,

whether under the sea or over

land must be flawless. Especially

for submarine cables repairing

defects or damage on a cable

is very expensive. So you

would think that online quality

checking in manufacture would

be vital and commonplace. Yes

and no. Yes it is vital, no it is

not commonplace. In fact there

is only one system that can

examine HV cable insulation

as it is being made, and that is

Acuity’s ultrasonic Ultrascreen.

An offline system for manual

inspection of cable joints,

Ultraprofilor, uses the same technology to

3D visualise joints in even more detail.

Our technology is in factories of several

global cable-makers. All our clients

jealously guard the knowledge of the

presence of our technology – hence

the title of this piece. We have enabled

recovery of cable worth millions by

identifying defective lengths to cut out

of reels that would otherwise have been

scrapped.

Cable buyers have therefore not been

aware of the benefits of having cable

scanned in detail prior to shipment,

although this is now beginning to change.

The professional bodies in the industry

are showing interest in using our data,

potentially for certification.

As the cable market expands so must

we, to learn more about our products and

about collaboration, please get in touch

at: info@acuityproducts.co.uk

For further information, please visit:

www.acuityultrasonics.com


Warehouse & Logistics

New Coperion compact

design FFU universal

gate valve

Coperion has developed a new

discharge gate valve for controlled

bulk material flow from storage bins

and hoppers to downstream process

steps. This valve is suited for a variety

of applications in the chemical

and plastics industries with its

impressively compact yet very robust

construction.

One particular feature of this new

discharge valve is that it closes

securely and reliably while material

is flowing, but usually also when

the product column is

stationary, making

this a perfectly

suited gate

valve for

demanding

applications.

This new valve

that is well thought

out in design and construction

secures operators a singularly reliable

technology solution and makes

installation and maintenance simple.

Latest manufacturing technology

enables compact design

Coperion manufactures this discharge

valve using a precision casting

process, enabling its compact and

lightweight design. Its intelligent

geometry, select guide elements and

the form of the seal ensure that the

FFU universal gate valve can be used

for a wide variety

of applications

with the

most

diverse

demands

– even in

combustible

areas (ATEX).

This new geometry is what

allows the gate valve to be used

in the usual way even when the bulk

material is stationary and best of all,

its high-quality, robust construction

ensures dependable operation over

time. Various models with manual or

pneumatic drive are available in sizes

DN 150 to 400 (6 to 16 inches) and

can be implemented in a variety of

customer-specific options.

www.coperion.com

ByBox rebrands as

Thinventory

Forterro launches

Orderwise Cloud

Forterro, the European provider of

software solutions to the industrial

midmarket, has announced the

launch of Orderwise Cloud, its solution

tailored to the specific requirements

of retail, wholesale, warehousing and

e-commerce companies.

Orderwise has worked with companies

in those sectors for more than three

decades, and the launch of Orderwise

Cloud will meet customers’ increasing

demands to bring Orderwise's features,

functionality, and innovation to the

cloud. It is a SaaS solution and

enterprise-grade Cloud platform that

reduces total cost of ownership (TCO)

and provides customers with enhanced

security, greater accessibility and

improved access to innovation, with

additional functionality embedded.

“The needs of our customers are

always our main priority, and the

launch of Orderwise Cloud is the step

that SMEs in retail, warehousing,

wholesale and e-commerce have

wanted,” said Carrie Tallett,

Orderwise Product Manager, Forterro.

“Combining our sector experience

and expertise with cloud benefits

such as scalability, accessibility, high

availability and functionality makes

a compelling prospect. Approaching

digital transformation can be daunting

for SMEs, and Orderwise Cloud

helps accelerate that journey while

also delivering improved business

performance.”

Orderwise Cloud is fully integrated with

eBay and Amazon and can be customintegrated

with various platforms a

customer might be using. It comes with

a range of features and functionality

valued by companies looking to

enhance or automate workflows. As a

cloud product, it is fully scalable, and

the reduced tech stack costs mean

reduced TCO, with less specialist staff

costs, no more hardware refreshes or

cap-ex planning and the avoidance of

unplanned spend. This frees up capital

for other purposes.

www.forterro.com/en

In a move that marks a new chapter

in its history as a leading software

and supply chain management

provider, ByBox is excited to introduce

its new name Thinventory.

Operating under the new brand,

tech specialist Thinventory enables

clients including leading brands with

large numbers of field engineers to

securely collect and return equipment

and parts at convenient places near

their points of service.

Operating in 31 countries, Thinventory

delivers 30 million items per year,

with 99.7% of deliveries made on

time. Thinventory works with leading

brands to support vital infrastructure

including hospitals, telecoms, utilities

and data centres.

Inventory management systems

ensure Thinventory customers can

securely deliver to smart lockers,

reducing the distance engineers need

to travel to pick up and return items.

Executive Chairman, Stuart J

Miller, said the change of branding

represented the latest step forward

for the company, which was launched

in 1997.

Stuart said, “We are thrilled to

announce that ByBox has rebranded

to Thinventory to reflect our evolution

and continued commitment to

providing innovative tech-driven

solutions for a growing number of

customers.

“We started out with a mission to

simplify distribution and secure

inventory closer to the point of use,

helping customers meet tight service

level agreements at lower costs. Our

network of 45,000 lockers worldwide

has been pivotal in achieving this.”

www.thinventory.com

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