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ISSUE 837

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announces exclusive

partnership with

Glutton

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DELPHIS ECO

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CLEANING & HYGIENE PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Delphis Eco re-certified as B Corporation –

further strengthening sustainable credentials

for facilities

British cleaning innovator Delphis Eco has

been re-certified as a B Corporation,

reinforcing its leadership as the sustainable

cleaning partner of choice across the Facilities,

Hospitality and Leisure supply chains.

As one of the UK’s earliest B Corps – and a

winner of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in

Sustainable Development (2022) – Delphis Eco

continues to set the benchmark for responsible

business.

The company now supplies its professionalgrade,

plant-based cleaning range in a variety

of formats available through wholesalers

serving markets that include Facilities

Management, Hotel & Leisure, and

Contract Catering operators.

That’s in addition to an

expanding retail portfolio for

conscientious consumers

and being awarded a Royal

Warrant for its sustainable

cleaning products.

Its entire range is made

in Britain using 100% postconsumer

recycled plastic bottles,

reducing carbon emissions by 61

per cent versus virgin plastic.

Founder, Mark Jankovich

(pictured), commented, “Recertification

is never a boxticking

exercise – it’s about

demonstrating real progress.

Our partners rely on us to

deliver products that perform

brilliantly, reduce environmental

impact and strengthen their own

sustainability commitments.”

By aligning sustainability with commercial

success, Delphis Eco provides facilities teams

with a trusted British brand that delivers

performance, provenance and planet-positive

credentials in one package.

+44 (0)203 397 0096

sales@delphiseco.com

https://delphiseco.com

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CONTENTS 837

EDITOR’S NOTES

Welcome to our March/April edition. Explore our hand-picked

features on innovative companies across Software, Education,

Transport and many more sectors.

Turn to page 6 to explore how micro greywater reuse can help

meet tightening water efficiency targets. This feature highlights

policy changes, industry momentum, and the Aqua Gratis system,

showing how compact, scalable solutions can cut water use,

unlock housing development, and support sustainable, watersmart

communities across the UK.

On pages 8-9, we explore why replacing lead water pipes is vital for health, compliance,

and modern living. Discover how innovative solutions like external insulated ducting

reduce disruption, cut costs, and improve performance, making fast, efficient upgrades

achievable for homeowners, landlords, and developers across the UK today and beyond.

Harrogate rolled out the red carpet – quite literally – as The Flooring Show 2025 returned

from Sunday 21 to Tuesday 23 September at the Harrogate Convention Centre. Read our

full show review on page 13, which includes a breakdown of the NICF Fitter of the Year

competition of which five exceptional finalists – Hayden Barr, Wesley Brocklesby, Daniel

Jones, Neil Mackay, and Dean White – battled it out across a series of timed challenges

designed to push their skills to the limit.

Other topics covered: Facilities Management, Handling & Storage, Energy & Power,

Building & Construction.

We hope you enjoy this edition.

Gina Burton

Editor

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COVER STORY

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FLOORING PRODUCTS & SERVICES

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FOOD & DRINK MANUFACTURING PRODUCTS & SERVICES

NCCO launches

DateCodeGenie ® Mini, putting

automated labelling in the hand

of every food manufacturer

ince its launch in 2015, NCCO International’s

SDateCodeGenie ® has transformed food safety

in catering operations worldwide. Now, with

DateCodeGenie ® Mini, the same power fits in your

hand.

Food manufacturers know all food is subject to

general labelling requirements, while prepacked

food requires mandatory information. The Food

Standards Agency says: “All and any labelling

provided must be accurate and not misleading.”

NCCO helps food manufacturing specialists ensure

correct labelling, every time.

“The new DateCodeGenie ® Mini lets food

manufacturers label anywhere – back of house,

front of house, or on the move,” says David

Webster, Sales Director, NCCO International. “In

all food preparation environments, it keeps teams

compliant, consistent and efficient.”

Extending DateCodeGenie ® beyond kitchens,

prep areas or bakeries, DateCodeGenie ® Mini

standardises labelling and compliance across

multiple sites with centralised templates and

reporting. Staff gain a portable tool, while

managers gain visibility and control to reduce risk,

save time and improve efficiency.

Portable and practical

The DateCodeGenie ® Mini is a handheld solution

for food manufacturers. It handles ingredients,

pricing, expiry dates, barcodes and QR codes,

all managed via a central portal. It supports

allergen labelling and compliance with current

and upcoming legislation. From September 2026,

Benedict’s Law, statutory guidance on allergy safety

in schools, comes into force.

Cable-free and compact, it prints clear labels

instantly. No handwriting, no ink, and no fuss, as

it is thermal. With a long-lasting battery, it works

throughout service wherever needed.

The DateCodeGenie® Mini is compatible with

NCCO’s high-performance labels that maximise roll

capacity and reduce waste, supplied in rolls of 500

(50mm x 25mm) and 250 (50mm x 50mm).

Smart and supported

Running on Android with a 6.7” touchscreen, it

is easy to use. Training and 24/7 support are

standard.

Each device includes a 7500 label starter pack with

5000 50 x 25mm and 2500 50mm x 50mm labels.

More labels can be ordered as needed.

Reliable and future-ready

Backed by NCCO’s global infrastructure,

DateCodeGenie ® Mini includes a 2-year warranty

(extendable to 3) and software updates.

Fully compatible with NCCO’s DateCodeGenie ®

family, it can go beyond labelling. With a

subscription to NCCO Task Manager, teams can

manage HACCP checklists, compliance tasks and

documents, improving efficiency and oversight and

supporting high Scores on Doors ratings.

Transforming food safety

“Own each device outright, then with a monthly

subscription, users access the full software portal,

support and updates,” concludes David Webster.

“Compatible with high-performance labels in rolls

of 500 (50mm x 25mm) and 250 (50mm x 50mm),

DateCodeGenie ® Mini makes labelling simple and

efficient, saving hours each week.”

“Working with NCCO enables manufacturers to

ensure compliance while reducing food waste.

Trusted worldwide, DateCodeGenie ® Mini delivers

compliance and consistency anywhere.”

www.ncco.eu/dcg-mini

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ystral at the European

Coatings Show

he energy- and

Tresource-saving

production of

lacquers, paints

and coatings

was the focus

of ystral’s trade

fair appearance

at ECS 2025.

The European

Coatings Show

and Conference

took place in

Nuremberg,

Germany from 25

to 27 March.

At ECS, mixing

and dispersing technology specialist

ystral focused 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.

MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING PRODUCTS & SERVICES

The company

presented 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.

In the YSTRAL Conti-

TDS, a vacuum and very high shear

forces are concentrated in a very small

volume. The vacuum separates the

particles and then disperses them at

a shear rate that is 1,000 times higher

and with a volume-specific power that

is 30,000 times higher compared to

conventional technologies. “The result is

significantly shorter process times, lower

energy consumption and temperature

rise, the highest quality and significant

savings in costs, raw materials and

space requirements,” says Jacob.

FLUX partners with

Elimec

LUX GmbH (FLUX), a high-

encoder company, has

Fprecision

recently announced it has expanded

its partner network with Elimec

Electromechanical Engineering Ltd

(Elimec), a specialist distributor of

electro-mechanical systems and

components to the Indian market.

FLUX designs and makes highperformance

encoders for

precision position

and velocity

feedback within

closed loop

motion control

systems. FLUX

encoders use

proven Inductive

and GMI ®

technologies

ensuring

maximum

precision and

reliability for your application.

This partnership follows FLUX’s

recent launch of IND-MAX, a

new range of precise and robust

inductive rotary encoders for tough

environments. IND-MAX encoders

are available in thousands of

configurations as standard in sizes

ranging 125mm to 375mm outer

diameter.

“We are proud to represent FLUX and

expand its presence in the Indian

market,” said Karthikeyan Anandan,

Sales Manager India of Elimec. “The

unique benefits of the new IND-MAX

product line in terms of highreliability,

precision measurement

in harsh

environments is

especially exciting

for us.”

“FLUX encoders

are increasingly

used as the

critical component

in incredible

machines

including

underwater

robotic vehicles,

exoskeletons,

satellites and spacecraft,” said Paul

Tutzu, Founder & CEO of FLUX. “We

look forward to working closely with

the Elimec team to support OEMs in

the fast-growing and innovation rich

Indian market.”

https://ystral.com/en www.flux.gmbh

Global engineering

group praised for

support services

utomation XL, the UK-based

Aengineering corporation were

recognised by their peers for

outstanding sales performance,

technical expertise and high-quality

specialist support, at this year’s Starline

Rep Conference in Miami, USA.

One of the Group’s key partners,

Starline, a brand of LeGrand

Data Centre Solutions, has been

developing and manufacturing a wide

range of electrical power distribution

equipment since 1924.

The company formed an

association with XL Global Group,

whose Automation XL Power and

Distribution team recently supplied,

installed and commissioned a

number of critical power services and

data centre projects across Europe.

JP Burger, Business Unit Director at

Le Grand Data Centre solutions, was

tasked with job of the identifying

suitable partners, “From our early

discussions with XL Group, we

were impressed with the breadth of

knowledge and experience which

they could provide. Initially we were

looking to appoint a technical sales

representative, for which XL Group

were well positioned, however during

discussions, we recognised that the

partnership had the potential to offer

a much more holistic offering to our

customers.”

With the accelerating growth in digital

infrastructure, data centres and AI,

the demand for flexible and reliable

power systems can be argued to be

one of the most critical foundations

of future Economic growth, says XL

Global Group.

www.xlg.co.uk

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WATER MANAGEMENT PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Micro greywater reuse: The fastest way to

hit Part G targets and build water smart

communities

ngland is tightening the taps: Defra’s Review

of Water Efficiency Standards in the Building

ERegulations 2010 closed in December 2025. It

is consulting on Part G and proposes cutting the new

build water efficiency standard to 105 l/p/d (with a

100 l/p/d option for seriously water stressed areas).

Its consultation is actively seeking evidence on

water reuse to go further, faster.

For dense developments where supply constraints

stall planning, this is a watershed moment. At the

same time, the Future Homes Hub roadmap (‘Water

Ready’) sets out a practical, staged path that begins

with fittings first and explicitly calls out greywater

systems as a scalable next step – provided

government gives long term clarity so industry can

invest and deliver at scale. (waterrecycling.uk),

(goodhomes.org.uk) (consult.defra.gov.uk),

(futurehomes.org.uk)

Enter Aqua Gratis by Cascade Water Products: A

micro domestic greywater system that captures

bath/shower water and automatically reuses it for

toilet flushing. It fits neatly behind the WC, stores

up to ~140 litres, serves multiple toilets, and is

engineered for low energy, low maintenance and UK

standards compliance - precisely the sort of solution

policymakers want evidence about. (cascadewater.

life), (cascade-enviro.com)

There is no time to waste. The Housing situation is in

a critical state and the water crisis gets deeper.

Why micro greywater – why now?

◆ Immediate demand reduction at plot level: Toilets

account for a large share of indoor water use;

Aqua Gratis recycles the day’s shower/bath water

to cover most flushing, cutting potable demand

by ~30-45% without behaviour change. That is the

step change dense schemes need to close

the gap from 105 to 100 l/p/d and beyond.

(cordis.europa.eu),

(cascade-enviro.com)

◆ Designed for UK homes and regulations: The

unit is built to relevant British standards for non

potable reuse (including BS EN 16941 2/BS 8525),

with dual supply safeguards that align with the

regulatory direction of travel in Part G and its

supporting specifications. (cascade-enviro.com),

(cascadewater.life), (futurehomes.org.uk)

◆ Compact, quiet, serviceable: The system is

micro scale, low energy, and uses patented self

cleaning filtration with SMART monitoring – vital

attributes where plant space, resident acceptance,

and maintenance models determine viability.

(cascadewater.life),

(cascade-enviro.com)

◆ The system is affordable and depending on the

region, water companies have schemes which

discount water and wastewater connection

charges for new builds: In some instances, this

will cover the cost of the Aqua Gratis system.

◆ Proven and investable: Aqua Gratis has

secured angel investment (~£350k) to scale

manufacture and has been run continuously

in a real home for 3+ years, giving confidence

on reliability for house builders, housing

providers and lenders. (watermagazine.co.uk),

(sustainablebusinessmagazine.net)

The policy context is finally aligned

Defra’s consultation doesn’t just lower the headline

litres per person number; it invites evidence on

reuse to shape how far and how fast standards

can tighten – exactly where micro systems can

shine in flatted blocks and space constrained sites.

Meanwhile, the Future Homes Hub roadmap calls

for a clear, sequenced pathway so industry can

plan: fittings first, then innovations like greywater

to reach later rungs of ambition (2030/2035). That

gives architects and developers permission to specify

reuse confidently today, knowing it aligns with where

regulation is headed. (gov.uk) (consult.defra.gov.uk),

(futurehomes.org.uk)

Why Aqua Gratis is a strong choice for dense

housing

◆ Space smart: A behind toilet micro unit avoids

big plant rooms – valuable in apartments – and

can be paired with riser strategies or adopted

in townhouses where utility space is tight.

(cascadewater.life)

◆ Scalable across tenures: Suitable for social/

affordable, Private Rented Sector, student, and

HMOs, with features (SMART metering, leak

detection) that suit estate management models.

(cascade-enviro.com), (bip-it.com)

◆ Carbon aware: Low energy operation and circular

economy design, with third party recognition (e.g.,

Solar Impulse Efficient Solution label) supporting

ESG reporting for institutional investors. (bip-it.

com)

◆ Compliance ready: Engineered against UK

reuse standards and the dual supply safeguards

emphasised in Part G supporting material and test

code sheets (backflow, segregation, labelling).

(futurehomes.org.uk), (hodkinsonconsultancy.

com)

Call to action

◆ Architects & MEP designers: Put micro greywater

in your base spec for water stressed Local

PlanningAuthorities. Start with Aqua Gratis

in typologies where it’s easiest (townhouses,

student, HMOs), then roll into mid rise apartments

with co-ordinated risers and behind WC units.

Share monitored results with Defra’s Part G team.

(cascadewater.life), (gov.uk)

◆ Housebuilders & Modern Method of Construction

providers: Pre plumb dual WC feeds in bathroom

pods; value engineer a standard cupboard/duct

detail and lock in supply chain pricing now that

Aqua Gratis has investment to scale production.

(watermagazine.co.uk)

◆ Housing associations & Private Rental

Sector: Specify SMART enabled units with

service contracts; use the data to verify l/p/d

outcomes and to support rent/ESG reporting.

(cascadewater.life)

◆ NGOs & professional bodies: Help normalise

micro reuse with resident friendly guidance and

training for installers and building control. Point

to Future Homes Hub’s roadmap to show the

direction of travel. (futurehomes.org.uk)

◆ Local & national government: Use planning

policy and pilot funding to seed evidence

gathering deployments in water stressed areas;

feed findings straight into the Part G review to

accelerate a nationally consistent pathway for

reuse. (waterrecycling.uk)

Be ‘Water Ready’ today

The UK can’t build the homes it needs without fixing

water demand. Micro greywater reuse is the fastest,

most space efficient lever we have in dense housing

– and Aqua Gratis shows it’s practical, standards

ready and scalable now. Pair it with efficient fittings,

prove the numbers, and let’s turn Defra’s consultation

and the Future Homes Hub roadmap into real,

resilient homes that unlock planning and protect

our rivers.

Explore Aqua Gratis or discuss a pilot for

your next scheme: (Cascade Water Products)

(cascadewater.life)

Policy & roadmap references: Defra Part G

consultation; Future Homes Hub ‘Water Ready.’

(waterrecycling.uk), (goodhomes.org.uk),

(futurehomes.org.uk), (consult.defra.gov.uk)

Technical & product references: Aqua Gratis (specs &

installation), certifications, investment, and third party

profiles. (cascadewater.life), (cascade-enviro.com),

(bip-it.com), (watermagazine.co.uk), (cordis.europa.eu)

07885 996019

info@cascadewater.life

www.cascadewater.life

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SECTION PRODUCTS & SERVICES


WATER MANAGEMENT PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Take the lead on LEAD

emoval and replacement of lead water

supply pipes is not only good for occupiers’

Rhealth but comes under the Landlord and

Tenant Act 1985 Section 11 to maintain the

water supply.

The industry has been aware of the potential

damage lead can do to the environment and

health, particularly in infants and children, for over

50 years. Houses built before 1970 would have

been constructed with lead water supply pipes

and in some areas of the UK up to a third of these

older properties are still receiving their water

through these original lead pipes.1 UK water

companies are actively engaged in replacement

of these old lead supplies, with many offering free

replacement of supply to the property boundary.

In any brown field development removal of a lead

water supplies should be a priority. In addition

to removal of potential contaminants, these new

pipe materials improve flow rates and reducing

pipe noise. Traditionally, any lead replacement

programme requires major excavations

outside a property and causes huge disruption

within. Resulting in mess and disturbance to

householders over several days. This disruption

has often been the cause of users’ reluctance to

have the work undertaken. However, with wider

use of modern boilers, the lower water flow of old

lead pipes can cause problems and are often the

incentive for supply replacement.

“Lead Water Supply replacement has become

a priority for water companies across the UK.

Systems such as INSUduct® can overcome user

reluctance and provide and time and cost-efficient

methods of water supply pipe reluctance.”

Steve Leigh, Managing Director, Groundbreaker

Replace lead water supply pipes in under 2

hours… no major excavations, minimal disruption.

An innovative solution to water supply pipe

replacement which significantly reduces

disturbance, time and cost is the routing of

the new supply pipe up the external face of

the building. Now recognised by some of the

UK’s largest water companies as the preferred

method of lead supply replacement, INSUduct ®

by Groundbreaker is revolutionising lead supply

replacement practice.

Traditionally, pipes needed to be within the

thermal envelope of the building or buried to

minimise the risk of frost damage and freeze

thaw bursts. “We’ve been putting pipes in

holes in the ground to protect them from frost

for decades,” Steve Leigh, Managing Director,

Groundbreaker, explained. “Although it works,

today’s new materials allow for a much better

solution. Keeping pipes on the surface reduces

the risk of leaks developing and allows for easy

repair and maintenance. It’s just a must better

method of working.”

The insulated ducting products are designed

to provide long lasting and effective thermal

protection to water pipes and fittings outside the

thermal envelope of a building. To achieve the

level of protection required by British Standard

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5422 and all relevant Water Regulations for

frost protection, the ducting must be carefully

fabricated to provide long lasting protection and

should be tested and approved to Water Supply

(Water Fittings) Regulations, Regulation 4 or listed

as an approved product by WRAS Approvals.

Easy installation, saving time and money.

Installation of a new supply using INSUduct ® is straight

forwards, enabling most water supply replacements

to be completed within a couple of hours, without the

traditional mess and disruption to the householders

or occupiers. The improvement in work efficiency and

reduction on the impact to occupants is a win for both

contractor and customer. There is also little impact to

the exterior appearance of the property, as the system

provides a neat, clean finish to the job.

The insulated ducting allows the new water

service to be routed up the external face of the

building and connected to the internal plumbing

above ground level, whether this is the ground

floor or upper storey.

In multi-occupancy properties INSUduct ® allows

multiple supply pipes to be installed, as it is

designed to provide frost protection for up to

three 32mm OD water pipes installed to the

exterior of the building.

The use of insulated ducting also allows

compliance with British Plumbing Employers

Council (BPEC) best practice of joint free supply

installation. In their Groundworker, Service Pipe

and Meter Housing Installation Training, the use

of joint free installation is recommended and is

recognised to minimise the risk of future joint

failure and leaks.

In addition to providing a simple solution to lead

free water provision, INSUduct ® can be used

in association with Groundbreaker’s surface

mounted meter housings, ideal for where the new

generation of smart meters are being installed.

www.groundbreaker.co.uk


FACILITIES MANAGEMENT PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Bradshaw EV announces exclusive

partnership with Glutton

Bradshaw Electric Vehicles, one of the

country’s leading providers of waste

management vehicles, has announced

that it has been named as the sole distributor

in the UK for street cleaning equipment

specialist, Glutton.

Glutton, headquartered in Belgium, has over

25 years of experience developing innovative,

eco-friendly street-cleaning solutions, with

machines operating in more than 8,000 towns

and cities across 85 countries.

The partnership comes at a time where the

company is looking to establish its presence

further in the UK, with Glutton looking to

leverage Bradshaw’s established reputation

as a trusted distributor of specialist electric

vehicles across the country.

Bradshaw, which manufactures electric tow

tractors and industrial equipment, are also

distributors of Taylor Dunn, Goupil, and Club

Car products.

Glutton specialises in creating efficient, ecofriendly

street cleaning solutions designed to

maintain cleanliness in public spaces. Their

product range includes the Glutton Collect

street vacuum cleaner, which is engineered

for efficient litter collection in urban

environments, and the Glutton H 2 O Perfect,

which utilises a 60-litre pressure washer as

an effective cleaning & disinfectant working

alongside the powerful vacuum.

The Glutton vacuums are expertly designed

for local authorities and industries focused on

cleanliness in public spaces. Their eco-friendly

design enables efficient litter collection in

urban areas, including streets, parks, and

transport hubs, keeping locations safe and

inviting.

With a focus on effectiveness and ease of

use, they can navigate tight spaces and

operate quietly, making them ideal for busy

environments. By swiftly managing litter, they

enhance the visual appeal of public areas and

promote public health by reducing debrisrelated

hazards.

Known for their powerful suction, long battery

life and ability to clean various types of

surfaces and collect a wide range of debris,

the Glutton models are set to complement

Bradshaw’s increasingly popular wastecollection

vehicle range.

With growing demand from councils and

contractors for sustainable, zero-emission

solutions, the partnership is expected to

provide a significant boost to ensuring cleaner

and greener urban environments across the UK.

Speaking on the newly formed partnership,

Ramsy Labassi, Marketing Manager at

Bradshaw Electric Vehicles, said, “Bradshaw’s

ethos has always been to offer cost-effective

and efficient solutions that make everyday

tasks simpler and easier, and the Glutton

fits the bill perfectly. Waste management

operations are evolving as councils and

organisations from the private sector face

increasing pressure to deliver cleaner

environments while reducing emissions

and operational costs.

“Glutton complements our waste and street

cleansing range of vehicles. It caters to a

direct need for customers, both existing and

new, who are seeking a practical solution to

keep either towns, cities or industrial sites

clean.

“Adding Glutton to our line-up enables us to

deliver a complete end-to-end solution for

waste management and urban maintenance,

and as such, we’re proud to have been

appointed as their exclusive UK distribution

partner.”

Contact

01780 782621

enquiries@bradshawev.com

www.bradshawev.com

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DPD unveil fourth

location for autonomous

robot deliveries

eading parcel delivery

Lcompany DPD has

confirmed plans to

launch autonomous robot

deliveries in Lincoln as

part of a nationwide rollout

that could see up to

30 UK depots operating

robots in their locality.

DPD first introduced

robots in Milton Keynes

in July 2022, and they are

now also out delivering

parcels to DPD customers in Raunds

and Bristol with more locations to

follow this year.

Based at DPD’s Lincoln depot at St

Modwens Park, the robots will deliver

to the nearby village of Witham St

Hughs, via the existing network of

footpaths.

The robots, which have a battery life

of up to 12 hours and can deliver

within a mile radius of the depot,

operate autonomously once they

have completed the mapping process,

during which the robot is fully

supervised and controlled by

remote control.

DPD parcel recipients in Witham St

Hughs will receive an SMS when the

robot is outside their property and

can then use a secure one-time pin

code to open the robot and access

their parcel. Once the compartment

is closed, the robot will either

continue to its next delivery or

return to the depot. The robots can

complete up to 30 deliveries a day.

DPD has worked closely with

Lincolnshire County Council (LCC)

on the introduction of the robots in

Witham St Hughs.

HANDLING & STORAGE PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Hart's high-speed

doors tackle industrial

heat loss

Hart Door Systems has built

its reputation on practical

innovation in industrial door

design, most

notably with its

Speedor highspeed

door range.

Developed in

North East

England, Speedor

was created

to address a

familiar plantfloor

problem:

conventional roller

shutters left open

for convenience,

leading to

draughts, energy loss and

uncomfortable working zones.

Under chairman Douglas Hart,

the company has expanded from

traditional roller shutters into

specialist products including

Firebrand fire shutters, Terror

Screen security shutters and

Typhoon storm shutters. Today,

more than 20,000 Hart doors

operate across 36 countries.

The Speedor range

is configured for

specific applications,

from Speedor Mini

for internal openings

to Speedor Storm

for external, windexposed

locations,

plus Cleanroom and

conveyor-integrated

variants.

Recently four

Speedors were

installed at a

major frozen and cooked meat

manufacturing plant where

the Speedors were just 1.5m

wide and 1.95m high, are the

second smallest Speedors ever

manufactured by Hart.

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INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Freudenberg Xpress ®

acquires Trygonal Group

manufacturer Freudenberg

SSealing Technologies has acquired

the Trygonal Group effective April 30,

2024, strengthening its global business

unit Freudenberg Xpress ® , an expert in

small and medium batch sizes, rapid

prototyping, and customer-specific

sealing solutions. The acquisition is

an important milestone in the current

corporate strategy to increase the

service business. The parties have

agreed not to disclose the purchase

price. The takeover is still subject to

approval by the antitrust authorities.

The Trygonal Group recently generated

annual sales of over 30 million euros.

220 employees at eight locations

in Germany, Spain, Austria and in

Switzerland produce high-quality,

customized sealing solutions in the

areas of thermoplastics, elastomers

and rubber-metal compounds using

a wide range of manufacturing

processes.

“The acquisition of the Trygonal Group

expands the current Freudenberg

Xpress® service offering,” explains

Sebastian Grünschloß, Vice President

Global Freudenberg Xpress® & Service

Platforms. “Thanks to the expanded

regional coverage and additional

manufacturing capabilities, we can

increase our service offering.” With the

acquisition, Freudenberg Xpress® is

thus further expanding the capacities

of its existing core business with

CNC-turned products. “In addition,

complementary manufacturing

processes for small and medium

production volumes will allow us to

increase our service promise in the

area of customer-specific product

solutions,” Grünschloß continues.

The acquisition also allows a significantly

expanded range of Freudenberg’s

own materials to be included in the

Freudenberg Xpress ® portfolio, explains

Grünschloß. “Freudenberg’s materials

competence and expertise are currently

more in demand than ever. It is therefore

a strategic decision for Freudenberg

Xpress ® to make even greater use of this

capability in order to offer even better

solutions tailored to the customer.”

www.fst.com

www.freudenberg.com

A passivation service

with reliable turnaround

assivation is a chemical process

Pdesigned to improve corrosion

resistance on stainless steel parts. Its

purpose is to remove iron filings and

other contaminants left behind as a

result of machining and fabrication

processes.

Unfortunately, the process of

passivation is often beset with

difficulties concerning reliability of

service and precision of delivery.

Not so with William Hughes. The

company offers a standard 5 working

day turnaround with an express 24

hour option when necessary. William

Hughes promises that customers will

get their parts as and when they’re

needed.

The William Hughes factory at

Stalbridge, Dorset contains an 80m²

clean room and state-of-the-art

automated passivation plant. The

hi-tec passivation process, which is

Nadcap accredited and Honeywell

Aerospace approved, involves a

series of precise chemical treatments

that eliminate contaminants from

stainless steel surfaces. Its novel

functionality means that there is no

‘dunking’ of component baskets from

station-to-station, as with traditional

systems. Instead, the plant performs

‘fluid transfer’, moving chemical

solutions from holding tanks into the

main processing unit as required.

This prevents damage to the parts as

they are not required to move.

The entire process is fully automated

and PLC controlled with typical

treatments featuring nitric acid and

rinse cycles, followed by a further

rinse in deionised water. The parts are

air-dried in a clean room environment

to prevent recontamination.

This systematic approach ensures

that the stainless steel is not

only corrosion-resistant but also

maintains its mechanical properties

and surface finish, crucial for highstakes

manufacturing applications.

01963 363377

sales@wmhughes.co.uk

www.wmhughes.co.uk

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The future of welding

he UK is facing a crisis in its

Twelding workforce and the

numbers are alarming. WorldSkills

UK estimates a shortage of more

than 35,000 skilled professionals.

The UK’s 2025 industrial strategy

green paper specifically states, “The

UK has a lack of technical skills –

such as in electrical, mechanical,

and welding trades.”

So how does an entire

industry change

its image and its

future...

For Chris

Houston,

Managing

Director of

Tadweld, a

leading steel

fabrication

company, it feels

like not enough

is being done. “Our

welding industry is

facing a cliff-edge moment,

where skills shortages are going to

cripple our ability to manufacture

steel structures here in the UK.

We all have a role to play, with

action needed across Education,

Government and Industry.”

For the government, there needs

to be far more deliberate attention

on our nation’s manufacturing

capability. The recently published

industrial strategy is a start in

recognising that we have a problem,

but it falls way short of identifying

the solutions to skills shortages like

welding.

One immediate action could be

the incentivisation of welding

apprenticeships. While

apprenticeships

themselves are 95%

funded through

the Apprentice

Levy that began

in 2017, the

cost of an

apprenticeship

to employers

has soared

in recent

years with a

66% increase in

national minimum

wage for apprentices

between 2023 and 2025.

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES

technotrans sets course

for accelerated growth

t its Capital Markets Day in

ASassenberg, technotrans SE

unveiled its new strategy ‘Ready

for Growth 2030’, setting out a

clear roadmap for long-term,

profitable growth and sustainable

value creation. The declared goal

is to position technotrans as a

globally leading provider of thermal

management solutions in the

Technology and Services segments,

while growing significantly

faster than its relevant markets.

Key drivers are the megatrends

artificial intelligence, electrification,

decarbonisation, digitalisation, and

medical progress. technotrans is

already active in these application

areas with intelligent, state-of-the-art

thermal management systems.

“The title of our strategy, Ready

for Growth 2030, emphasises: we

are ready for accelerated growth!

technotrans today has a strong

structure and organisation as well

as a resilient business model with

four divisions including service. We

are excellently positioned in growth

markets and benefit from global

megatrends. Thanks to our unique

range in thermal management, we

are growing faster than the markets

and, on the basis of economies of

scale, operational excellence, and

sustainable financial stability, we

are creating long-term value for our

shareholders,” says Michael Finger,

CEO of technotrans SE.

The financial objectives of the new

strategy underline the company’s

growth potential and earning

power: technotrans aims to achieve

Group revenue of more than €350

million by 2030 and an EBIT margin

between 9% and 12%. At the same

time, the focus is on sustainably

increasing free cash flow in order to

finance future growth investments

and deliver attractive returns for

shareholders.

To find out more about

the history of the welding

industry in the UK, visit:

https://tadweld.co.uk/fromthe-golden-era-to-an-acuteskills-gap-the-story-of-ukwelding

www.technotrans.com


FLOORING PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Reduce sound transference with CaberAcoustic

What is the best sound-reducing floorboard

range on the market?

CaberAcoustic from West Fraser is a highly versatile,

effective and economical sound-reducing flooring

solution. Reducing both impact and airborne transmitted

sounds, it can be laid over concrete and timber floors in

both new and existing buildings. CaberAcoustic comes

in 18mm and 22mm thicknesses.

Can it be laid directly over joists?

CaberAcoustic cannot be fitted directly on to flooring

joists – it is an overlay board. It should always be laid as a

floating floor directly on top of an existing flooring deck.

Does it completely reduce noise level?

CaberAcoustic reduces sound; it will not completely proof

buildings or rooms from the transference of sound.

How is the flooring fixed?

CaberAcoustic is recommended to be laid and fitted

with D3 PVA glue in the tongue and groove joints.

What is the total decibel reduction that can be

achieved?

19dB is the reduction in sound transference when

CaberAcoustic is installed on its own. Greater

reductions are reached when used within a system for

noise transference reductions. There are three flooring

systems; detailed on the West Fraser UK website.

Announcing

the launch of

Bona Mega

EVO

ext generation lacquer

Nwith innovative

crosslinking technology

offers high durability with

faster curing

Bona, a global, sustainably

driven company that

supplies products for

installing, renovating,

maintaining, and restoring

premium floors is

announcing the launch of

its new lacquer, Bona Mega

EVO . This next generation

lacquer offers a new stateof-the-art

crosslinking technology that activates

when applied.

The unique, non-yellowing formula delivers faster

curing with excellent resistance to scratches,

wear, and chemicals. With VOC levels below

3%, the lacquer contributes to healthier working

conditions with a lower impact on indoor air

quality.

Bona Mega EVO is the next evolution of Bona

Mega, which was first introduced in 1996 and

offered an industry-first oxygen crosslinking

technology and, at the time, was considered a

top choice among flooring contractors for use

as a one-component topcoat for wood floors

in environments requiring medium to light

commercial wear resistance.

Bona Mega EVO is the next generation that

incorporates a completely new and significantly

faster technology that is unique to Bona. The self

crosslinking occurs entirely within the lacquer

without the use of any external components,

making it a next generation coating

www.bona.com

Why is felt used rather than foam?

The felt that is bonded to the underside of the chipboard is

environmentally friendly as it is made from recycled fibres.

Which way up is it laid?

CaberAcoustic is laid with the felt side down. The

transference of sound through air or impact is reduced

when the flooring has been laid using the correct system.

Call 01786 812921 or visit: https://uk.westfraser.com

Furlong Flooring expands

Enchantment collection

Furlong Flooring is excited

to announce the launch of

Enchantment Twist, the latest

addition to its popular and

acclaimed Perfect Polyester

range. This comfortable and

long-lasting twist carpet combines

superb contemporary style with

environmental responsibility.

Offering exceptional resilience

and built to handle the demands

of everyday life, Enchantment Twist features a 2-ply,

100% recycled polyester yarn, which is not only

durable but does not compromise on comfort or

sustainability.

Available in widths of 4 and 5 metres, Enchantment

Twist benefits from the award-winning Combi-bac ®

backing, ensuring long lasting performance and

adaptability across domestic and light commercial

spaces.

Designed to be moth-proof and 100% bleach

cleanable, the carpet delivers practical, low

maintenance benefits while retaining its elegant

appearance and strong eco-credentials.

Trading update & notice of results

ames Halstead plc, the

Jcommercial flooring

manufacturer and international

distributor, is providing the

following trading update ahead

of its interim results for the half

year to 31 December 2024.

The Company sells, for the most part, commercial

flooring across the world and has seen increased

confidence in the segment of resilient sheet flooring

that is sold into the healthcare, education and other

institutional sectors. Regional sales into the Middle

East and the Americas have been particularly buoyant.

Overall sales are slightly below last year with profit

before tax comparable to the level in H1 2024.

In the UK, the core home market, the Company has

experienced more caution following the incoming

government’s first budget and the subsequent

changes to living wage and national insurance. Our

UK sales in the first six months are in line with the

comparative but have been constrained, in part, as

The collection is offered in a versatile

palette of warm and cool shades with

Ivory Mist, Moonstone Beige, Greylink,

Swallow Tail and Marble White

among its 14 colour options.

Enchantment Twist is fully certified

for quality and safety, with Class

22 General Domestic and Class 31

Light Commercial classification,

Luxury Class 3, and compliance

with BS EN 1307:2014. It is CE

compliant, manufactured to ISO 9001, 14001, and

45001 standards, and comes with a seven year wear

warranty, reinforcing Furlong Flooring’s commitment

to providing durable, reliable, and environmentally

responsible flooring solutions.

For more information on Enchantment Twist and

the other carpets in the Perfect Polyester range, visit

Furlong Flooring or contact a member of the Furlong

Flooring team to discuss requirements for your next

project.

www.furlongflorring.com

a result of lower confidence

leading to customers revising

their capital spend and deferring

renewal. Additionally, the six

month period has also seen a

degree of destocking in our UK

distributor customers. Despite

this, and given the level of

backlog of repairs and renewals in the health sector

and education, we can only be confident of prospects

in the UK.

In overseas markets there are many positives

in our broad reach of sales. While Australia and

New Zealand sales have declined, turnover in the

Americas, the Middle East and Mediterranean is

progressing. The Company remains ungeared with

cash levels broadly similar to the comparative (2023:

£62.4m) notwithstanding increased dividends and

higher UK corporation tax.

www.jameshalstead.com

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ENERGY & POWER PRODUCTS & SERVICES

British crafted incinerators

Pump systems that deliver when it

counts

At Salvtech, we supply more than

just pumps – we provide dependable

solutions. Our range of centrifugal,

positive displacement, and slurry

pumps is designed to perform in the

most demanding industrial settings,

from pulp and wastewater to food

production and energy recovery.

Each system is built for efficiency,

longevity, and reliability, supported by

expert advice and swift access to parts

and servicing.

Engineered for challenging

applications

Whether you’re dealing with fibrous

pulp, viscous sludge or hygienic food

products, our pumps are tailored to

your process. If you require corrosion

resistance, CIP compatibility, or

abrasion-resistant materials, we’ll

specify the right solution.

Fraunhofer IWU presents

ESiP Analyzer: How

companies can properly

plan energy storage systems

The Chemnitz Research

Institute presents the ESiP

Analyzer – an analysis

tool for energy storage

applications in production

(ESiP). The tool enables

technical and economic

evaluation of potential uses

for energy storage systems

in factories. Its goal is to

identify energy storage

opportunities with minimal

effort and to simplify the

design and integration

of storage solutions. The

ESiP Analyzer focuses on two key

areas: reducing power peaks at both

the machine and factory levels, and

enabling intermediate storage of

renewable energy.

Research focus on energy storage

in production: Challenges and

opportunities

The manufacturing industry faces

the challenge of optimising energy

consumption while driving the

integration of renewable energy

sources. Frequent acceleration and

braking operations in production

machines cause high, short-term

Precision selection –

No guesswork

Choosing the wrong pump

can be costly. We help

you make the correct

choice first time, offering

guidance on impellers,

seal types, NPSH, BEP,

and system compatibility

– ensuring your operation

runs smoothly from the

outset.

Spares, servicing & refurbishment

Avoid unnecessary downtime

with rapid access to over 100,000

components via our Lotzer &

Mühlenbruch partnership. We offer

workshop and on-site servicing,

including vibration analysis, crack

detection, and precision balancing.

Our refurbishment service extends

pump life cost-effectively. For urgent

cases, our exchange programme

keeps you operational while your unit

is rebuilt.

Let us help you get the right pump,

first time.

01244 638900

info@salvtech.com

https://salvtech.com

power peaks, which require mighty

electrical infrastructure and lead to

losses in partial load conditions.

Energy storage systems offer

tremendous potential here: they

enable demand-optimised use of

renewable energy directly at the

production site and create valuable

temporal decoupling between

energy generation and consumption.

However, there has been a lack of

intuitive and comprehensive tools to

assist planners in designing and sizing

such complex systems.

ddfield Projects are at the

Aforefront of developing

innovative incineration solutions

for waste that cannot be recycled

or easily disposed of – including

medical, chemical, agricultural,

and mining waste.

As a recognised global leader

in the design, manufacture, and

installation of complex thermal

treatment and waste-to-energy

facilities, Addfield Projects is proud

to represent British engineering

and manufacturing from its base

in Staffordshire. Over the years,

the company has successfully

delivered a broad range of bespoke

installations worldwide.

Specialising exclusively in largescale

and complex waste disposal,

Addfield Projects designs advanced

incineration systems tailored to

different waste types and volumes.

Many of these facilities incorporate

state-of-the-art filtration technology

and options to convert heat into

clean energy such as hot water

and electricity.

Osprey Charging Network

launches new ten-charger hub at

Capital Shopping Park in Cardiff

sprey Charging, the UK’s

Oleading and fastest-growing

EV rapid-charging network, has

boosted access to public charging

in Wales with ten new EV chargers

installed at Capital Shopping Park in

Cardiff, supporting local residents,

businesses and visitors with reliable

EV infrastructure.

The Cardiff shopping park now

offers a range of charging options

for electric vehicle (EV) owners.

Eight 300kW DC chargers can add up

to 100 miles of range in just 15-20

minutes, depending on the vehicle

and its battery. Additionally, there

are two AC chargers available for

those planning a longer stay. Osprey’s

rapid charge points are compatible

with every EV on the market today.

Situated at Capital Shopping Park

in Cardiff, the chargers are an ideal

place to charge an EV whilst doing

some shopping or grabbing a bite to

eat at one of the on-site restaurants.

Easy to use and designed with simple

payment for drivers, Osprey Chargers

accept contactless bank cards,

Apple/Google Pay, the Osprey App,

and RFID card payments as well as

payments through all major thirdparty

payment methods including

With strong foundations and a truly

global reach, Addfield Projects

works through an international

network of highly skilled engineers

to install, commission, and maintain

facilities across more than 150

countries.

The team will be on hand at the

Expo to discuss your next project

and its product range that includes

Clinical Waste Incinerators,

Hazardous Waste Incinerators,

High Capacity Animal Waste

Incinerators, Incineration Solutions

for Mining Waste Disposal,

Municipal Waste Disposal

Incinerators, and much more.

01543 571280

sales@addfield.com

https://addfield.com

fleet cards. Furthermore, Osprey’s inhouse

software, Osprey Iris, enables

market-leading levels of reliability and

innovation in EV roaming. All of this

has contributed to Osprey’s ranking by

Zap-Map as a ‘Driver Recommended

Network’ for the fourth consecutive

year, as well as being named ‘Best EV

Charging Network’ at the Transport

and Energy Awards.

www.fraunhofer.de www.ospreycharging.co.uk

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BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS & SERVICES

BAQUS Construction & Property Consultancy

AQUS Construction and Property Consultancy

Bis a well-established practice operating at the

cutting edge of our profession with experience

in most sectors of the Construction Industry. As

a forward-thinking business which strives for

continued success, we offer an award-winning

customer focused service always looking for

continuous improvement and delivering added

value and cost efficiency.

Our History: BAQUS was formed in 2007

amalgamating long-established traditional

surveying firms including Fletcher McNeill, Boxall

Sayer, Denley King and Nigel Rose. We operate

from six offices across the UK.

Our ‘One Stop’ Professional Services:

◆ Project Management, Employer’s Agent and

Contract Administration

◆ Quantity Surveying and Cost Management

◆ Building Surveying, Party Walls and

Dilapidations

◆ Expertise in Historic Buildings

◆ CDM Advice (Health and Safety)

◆ Access Audits and Consultancy

◆ Funding advice

◆ Sustainability and Renewables

◆ Assistance with Dispute

Resolution and Expert

Witness

◆ Project Monitoring and

Independent Certifier

Our Ethos: At the heart of

our business is exceptional

personal service undertaken

by exceptional staff. Every

commission, however large or

small is of equal importance to us. We provide

our Clients with personal contact and dedicate

a BAQUS director to all projects. Every project is

subject to regular review at director level to ensure

we are delivering our promises, creating added

value and continuous improvement.

We are advocates of partnering, collaborative

working and best-value procurement. We

have wide-ranging experience of alternative

procurement strategies aimed at delivering to

our clients brief. Environmental considerations

are important to us, as is the promotion of

sustainable solutions. We employ Chartered

Environmentalists who have represented

our profession in the global promotion of

sustainability issues.

Our Clients & Work Sectors: We have a broad

Client base covering Private and Public Sector

organisations, many of whom have given us

repeat commissions over many years using

Framework Agreements and Term Contracts.

We have a strong track record of working in the

Leisure, Sports, Education, Arts, Commercial,

Healthcare, Heritage, Hospitality, Hotels,

Residential, Retail, and Transportation sectors.

Our People: Our greatest strength is our people

and we work hard to find, develop, train, motivate

and retain the finest calibre of personnel at all

levels who offer a professional and enthusiastic

service. The loyalty shown by our people is

exceptional and many have spent their entire

careers with us.

Accreditations: BAQUS Construction and

Property Consultancy is regulated by The Royal

Institution of Chartered Surveyors and holds

Quality Assurance, Environmental and Health

and Safety certifications to ISO: 9001, 14001 and

45001. We also hold numerous industry specific

accreditations for health and safety (eg. CHAS)

and technical competence.

020 7831 1283

www.baqus.co.uk

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BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Mudfords delivers proven site protection solutions

for construction & facilities management

Mudfords continues to support construction

and facilities management professionals

across the UK with a comprehensive range of

industrial textiles and site protection materials

designed for demanding environments.

With a heritage dating back to 1832, Mudfords

has built a long-standing reputation for

supplying dependable products that help

businesses maintain safe, efficient and

protected operations. Today, its portfolio

remains focused on practical, highperformance

solutions used daily across

construction sites, infrastructure projects and

maintenance operations.

The range includes tarpaulins and protective

covers, widely used to protect materials,

equipment and work areas from weather

exposure, alongside sandbags and bulk bags

for flood defence, ballast and site stability.

For ground protection and seasonal

applications, Mudfords supplies hessian and

jute materials, ideal for frost protection, curing

and landscaping. These are complemented by

a broad selection of rope and cord products

for general site use.

Supporting transport and logistics

requirements, Mudfords also provides lifting

slings, ratchet straps and load restraint

equipment, helping ensure safe handling,

movement and securing of loads across a

range of applications.

In addition to its core offering, Mudfords works

closely with customers to deliver bespoke

industrial textile solutions, including made-tomeasure

covers tailored to specific operational

needs. This flexibility enables contractors and

facilities teams to source products that meet

exact project requirements.

The breadth and reliability of the Mudfords

range allows customers to source essential

site materials from a single, trusted supplier,

supporting efficiency and consistency across

projects.

Operating from Sheffield, with additional UK

manufacturing and warehousing facilities,

Mudfords combines strong stock availability

with responsive service, ensuring customers

have access to the products they need, when

they need them.

As part of the Stuart Canvas Group, Mudfords

continues to build on nearly two centuries

of expertise, maintaining its commitment to

quality, reliability and practical solutions for UK

industry.

Specialists in mini-crane hire, glass handling

and powered access equipment

ird is a well-established and trusted mini

Hcrane, powered access and glass lifting

hire specialist, delivering a national service to

all sectors, including construction, facilities

maintenance and manufacturing. Over the

years, the company has developed a reputation

for impeccable service and top-of-the range

machines.

Since its foundation in the 1980s, Hird’s lifting

and access expertise has contributed to the

success of many major projects across the UK,

including the construction of the Shard, Europe’s

tallest building. However, Hird’s equipment is

used on projects of all sizes, including glass

installation for house extensions, steel erection

in construction projects and maintenance of

historical buildings.

As a leading expert in pick and

carry cranes, tracked spider

cranes, glass and materials

vacuum lifting, powered access

hire and contract lifting; Hird

has unrivalled access to a

plethora of machinery which can

be conveniently delivered and

collected directly from work sites.

Its powered access rental fleet

has an extensive range of aerial

work platforms suitable for many

applications. They include electric

and diesel scissor lifts,

electric and diesel boom

lifts (cherry pickers), track

mounted booms, pusharound

low-level access

and bi-energy MEWPs.

Hird has also established

itself as a leading provider

of glass handling and

glass lifting services

in the UK. It provides a

comprehensive range

of glazing robots, glass

vacuum lifters and glass

handling accessories, such as glazing trolleys,

vacuum cups and glazing slings.

For example, the company is a UK

and Ireland authorised distributor

for Winlet glazing robots, which

are among the most advanced

and capable glazing robots

available in the UK. They are

designed to lift, carry and place

glass panels with complete safety

and precision.

The company is also at the

forefront of the mini-crane

revolution with one of the largest

mini crane hire fleets in the UK.

For more information or to discuss your

requirements, visit: www.mudfords.co.uk

These cutting-edge machines

are ideally suited for lifting in

environments where space is at

a premium and Hird is leading

the way in electric mini-cranes,

helping clients stay aligned with

challenging sustainability and

carbon net zero objectives.

Hird’s extensive fleet is

unparalleled in the UK. Its

broad experience in a variety of

building projects, coupled with

its impressive customer service,

makes Hird an industry-leader

that is staying true to its mission to deliver the

best service, with honesty and with respect

for all.

As well as leading the way with a diverse hire

fleet, Hird represent Valla Industrial battery

powered, pick & carry cranes an Oil & Steel truck

and tracked powered access.

Hird Training provide industrial training for

accredited training providers including, IPAF,

RTITB, PSMA, LEEA and many more.

01482 227333

info@hird.co.uk

www.hird.co.uk

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BUILDING NEWS

blip Insurance new tool theft cover aims to

payout claims in 24 hours

pecialist small business

Sinsurer blip announces

its new tool theft cover which

aims to payout claims in under

24 hours. blip is a fully digital

insurance provider of specialist

small business insurance for

businesses with five employees

or less.

In 2022 tool theft from vans cost

businesses £3.5bn, devastating

the lives and businesses of large

numbers of UK tradespeople,

so blip is working to support

and protect small businesses owners for whom their

tools are their livelihoods. blip

now offers business equipment

and tools cover which protects

against damage or theft whether

at business premises, customers

premises or if working remotely.

In 2023 £98 million worth

of tools were stolen from

tradespeople. blip’s cover

includes all tools and business

equipment without any individual

item limitation so regardless of

the nature or value of the tools,

blip members can rest assured

that they are protected against potential losses and

will be able to get back to work quickly.

The blip digital platform allows members to easily

register their tools and equipment by uploading or

emailing in photographs and proof of purchase at

anytime. blip also offers ‘new for old’ cover, ensuring

that members receive full replacement value for

items less than six months old and for items up to a

year old a reimbursement of 90% of the price of new

equipment.

To find out more about blip’s business

equipment and tools cover and to get a quote in

just three clicks, visit: www.justablip.co.uk

Half of tech

buyers rank

trust above cost

rust has emerged as the

Tsingle most important

factor in B2B tech

purchasing decisions,

outranking cost,

innovation and delivery

speed, according to new

research from awardwinning

tech PR agency,

EC-PR.

While Edelman’s Trust

Barometer has highlighted

trust as a defining challenge for

businesses, EC-PR commissioned

research in collaboration with 3Gem

specifically focused on mid-sized technology

companies to better understand what influences their

clients’ buyers.

EC-PR’s report clearly signposts the specific actions

tech vendors can take to secure the Trust Advantage

– from how they communicate pricing to how they

demonstrate expertise during the discovery phase.

The Trust Advantage reports on a survey of

200 senior technology buyers from mid-sized

companies across five sectors: Defence, IT & Tech,

Manufacturing and Science & Engineering, revealing

that 50% prioritise trust above all other considerations

when selecting vendors.

The research highlights a fundamental shift in

procurement priorities, particularly as economic

pressures mount. Nearly half (49%) of buyers report

that trust becomes “much more important” during

economic downturns, directly influencing decisions

worth millions of pounds.

A critical finding reveals that 28% of buyers struggle

most to trust vendors during the research & discovery

stage – before any sales engagement takes place.

This period, when potential clients evaluate websites,

content and credentials independently, represents

the biggest trust hurdle in the buying journey. The

findings suggest that PR, thought leadership and

brand visibility are no longer optional marketing

activities, but essential trust-building mechanisms

that influence procurement outcomes.

www.ec-pr.com

Aspray London South

announces exciting expansion

n a significant development

Ifor the Aspray network, Jack

Parkhouse, a leading loss

assessor, has announced the

expansion of his successful

operation into Basingstoke. This

move comes after four years of

remarkable growth and service

delivery across South London,

where Jack and his team

have managed an increasing

number of claims, showcasing their commitment to

excellence and outstanding customer care.

The decision to expand into Basingstoke was

driven by Jack’s personal connection to the area,

where he resides with his family. This new territory

offers an unparalleled opportunity to focus on

local engagement, supporting the community, and

fostering relationships with local suppliers and

contractors.

Jack expressed his enthusiasm for the expansion,

stating, “I am thrilled to have taken on the

94% of companies fell victim to

phishing attacks last year

he latest Egress Email Threat Landscape 2024

Treport has uncovered a concerning surge in

phishing attacks, with 94% of companies falling

victim to these malicious tactics in the past year.

The report, which sheds light on organisations’

evolving cybersecurity challenges, has sparked

widespread concern among industry experts and

cybersecurity leaders.

AJ Thompson, Chief Commercial Officer at

Northdoor plc, commented on the findings, stating,

“We have all learned over the past couple of years

that phishing is one of the most effective ways

for cybercriminals to gain access to a company’s

data and infrastructure. The extent of the attacks is

perhaps less well-recognised, which makes Egress’

report all the more shocking.”

The report showcases the pervasive nature of

phishing attacks, revealing that 96% of the affected

companies experienced negative repercussions.

The main phishing attacks identified in the report

Basingstoke territory. We have

found ourselves more engaged

with our local community as

our children have grown and

become tied to local schools

and sports teams and we

feel now more than ever that

working locally and being part

of the community has great

significance and value. If we can

develop the same reputation

for service and helping policyholders across the

Basingstoke area that we have in South London, then

I will be very pleased.”

A key factor in the decision to expand was

the development of a robust team capable of

maintaining the high level of service Aspray is known

for. Over the past year, preparing for this growth

has been a priority for Jack, culminating in positive

feedback and outstanding reviews from customers.

https://aspray.com

include malicious URLs, malware or ransomware

attachments, and compromised account infiltrations.

The escalating sophistication of cybercriminal

tactics poses a significant challenge for

organisations and their employees in identifying and

combatting these attacks, leading to an increase in

successful breaches and their associated damages.

Furthermore, the report highlights the substantial

long-term impact of successful phishing attacks, with

96% of companies facing negative consequences,

up from 86% in the previous year. The repercussions

extend beyond financial losses, significantly

impacting individuals within organisations.

Shockingly, 74% of employees involved in attacks

faced disciplinary actions, dismissals, or voluntary

departures, underscoring the severity of the issue

and the heightened vigilance among companies in

addressing the phishing threat.

www.northdoor.co.uk

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FANUC calls for wider

automation uptake

ANUC UK’s Managing Director,

FTom Bouchier, has highlighted

the importance of automation in

ensuring the UK fully realises the

value that the manufacturing sector

can bring to our economy. Speaking

at the first day of FANUC UK’s

Open House event in Coventry, he

stated, “Despite our heritage as a

leading manufacturing nation, we’ve

slipped to 12th place in the global

manufacturing league table. This

is in part due to our reluctance to

automate, which is in turn impacting

productivity levels. Manufacturing

already contributes so much to the

UK – it directly accounts for 8%

of our GDP, with its wider impact

when looking down the supply

chain driving up this figure to an

impressive 23%.

“Yet we are well below the global

average for automation uptake of

162 robots per 10,000 workers, at

just 119 robots per 10,000 workers.

Increasing automation levels will

not only help manufacturers combat

labour challenges and sustainability

concerns, it will also increase our

productivity levels and enable us

to compete globally as a leading

manufacturing nation, benefiting

not only the sector but the country

as a whole.”

MACHINERY & MANUFACTURING PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Fast establishing itself as the

highlight of the automation calendar,

FANUC UK’s annual Open House

event showcases the full spectrum

of industrial automation. Combining

expert presentations, panel debates

and end-user case studies with

hands-on robot demonstrations, a

packed exhibition area, and the live

finals of the WorldSkills UK Industrial

Robotics competition, it perfectly

highlights the benefits of automation

to UK manufacturers and other key

stakeholders.

www.fanuc.eu/uk/en

New benchmark in

energy savings

ith the help of latest-

KHS stretch blow

Wgeneration

moulding technology, the bottler is

taking the amount of energy saved

in its PET bottle manufacturing

operations up to the next level.

Coca-Cola has replaced not one

but two older machines with

the InnoPET Blomax whose

performance even exceeds

expectations. This has been largely

achieved by KHS’ optional and

pioneering Double Gate (DoGa)

heating concept.

The district of Knetzgau in Lower

Franconia is home to a good 6,400

people. Not far from the idyllic

center of this little town on the River

Main stands one of the biggest

Coca-Cola factories in Germany.

Here, Coca-Cola Europacific

Partners (CCEP) employs around

500 personnel, producing its popular

classics Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Light,

Coca-Cola Zero, Fanta, Mezzo Mix,

Sprite and various others on a site

measuring 200,000 square meters.

The group has made it its aim

to create a more sustainable

future and has adopted a holistic

approach to this end. Saving

energy, water and materials is

beneficial to the environment

and at the same time cuts costs.

The production plant in Bavaria

has now taken a further step in

this direction by investing in the

resource-conserving InnoPET

Blomax from KHS. The latest

generation of KHS’ proven stretch

blow moulding machinery is not

only distinguished by its high

performance but also scores in

direct market comparison with

various measures designed to

save energy.

www.khs.com



OPEN MIND releases hyperMILL ® 2025

Ease of use for CAM models and powerful CAD functions

OPEN MIND presents

the 2025 release of its

hyperMILL ® CAD/CAM

suite. The highlight of the new

version is the easy-to-use,

automatic deburring function.

The 2025 release includes a

new tessellation algorithm

and a simplified element

display for CAD models,

which help further accelerate

the CAD part of the software.

Deburred edges and holes

are not only crucial from a

functional point of view, but

also contribute significantly

to the quality and value of

the end product. hyperMILL ®

2025 offers a package with three new

strategies for deburring directly on the machine.

Users can deburr a wide variety of component

geometries quickly and reliably. 5-axis

Deburring is an

effective solution

for breaking the

sharp edges of a

component. Once

the edges have

been selected,

the strategy

calculates

all toolpaths

automatically. The

strategy supports

both a 3-axis and

a 5-axis mode, in

which machining

is indexed where

possible. The

same applies

to the strategy

for deburring edges on holes and intersecting

holes. Another strategy in this context is hole

brushing, in which a special brushing tool

deburrs cross holes, threads, or other features

or improves the surface quality. The machining

process is divided into different phases, and

the machining parameters such as spindle,

feedrate, speed, coolant, and dwell time can

be defined for each phase.

5-axis machining of ISO

surfaces with increased surface

quality and programming

support through intelligent

algorithms

The improved version of 5-axis profile

finishing incorporates many familiar

and innovative functions from 3D profile

finishing

hyperMILL ® 2025 offers a

package with comprehensive

strategies for deburring

directly on the machine

5-axis automatic mode

The new 5-axis algorithm

in hyperMILL ® calculates

an optimum machining

sequence of simultaneous

and indexed tool

movements, thanks to the

pre-analysis of the entire

toolpath. Indexed processing

(which is preferred, as it runs

faster) and simultaneous

processing phases are

selected automatically. The

new 5-axis ISO Machining

strategy allows surfaces to

be machined according to

the course of the ISO lines

(U and V). A new highprecision

surface mode

with a homogeneous point distribution can be

used here, in addition

to feed adjustment for

curvatures and 3D radius

correction. This is also

available in 5-axis profile

finishing for surface

and cavity machining.

Both strategies are

adaptations of proven

3D techniques.

Milling and turning

The pocket milling

algorithm has been

redeveloped for

3D-optimised roughing

in order to achieve

greater efficiency during

roughing, especially when machining large

lateral infeeds. You can better control toolpath

rounding by defining the contour radius and

the path radius separately. This is important

for the new ‘Axis Parallel mode’

machining strategy when

machining flat surfaces. There

are also new functions for

turning. It is now possible to

use the 3D model to create a

V-sketch for turning contours

very quickly and easily. You can

use the V-sketch to define the

dimensions and tolerances.

Based on these values, the

turning contour can be moved to

the centre of the tolerance.

The new automatic stock chain

provides security, especially

when switching between

turning and milling operations

or other projects with a large

number of process steps.

hyperMILL ® creates all stock automatically

and in the correct sequence, even if the job

sequence has been changed.

hyperMILL ® VIRTUAL Machining

Lathes with a turret and a main spindle are

mapped as a digital twin for hyperMILL ®

Job calculation with a virtual machine:

More precise and optimised toolpaths,

especially in tight spaces or when the

machine head is working close to the

component or at the machine’s limits

hyperMILL ® VIRTUAL

Machining technology

now provides support

for lathes with a turret

and a main spindle in

conjunction with FANUC

and Mitsubishi controls

New handling of stock: hyperMILL ® creates

all stock automatically and in the correct

sequence across all processing modes

VIRTUAL Machining. Turning in hyperMILL ®

now supports FANUC and Mitsubishi controls

as well as Siemens controls. Another new

feature is job calculation

with the virtual machine.

This means that the

machine model is

available to hyperMILL ®

during toolpath

calculation. Collision

control and avoidance

are carried out taking

machine geometry and

limits into account. It

results in more precise,

optimised toolpaths,

especially in tight

spaces.

hyperMILL ® and

Hummingbird-MES:

Improved tool management

The integration between hyperMILL ® and

Hummingbird-MES is also progressing, for

example, in the area of tool management. The

release of the new version means

that users can benefit from an

even deeper integration of both

systems. Tool data from the

hyperMILL ® tool database can

now be managed consistently

and conveniently across systems.

Tools can be exported directly

from hyperMILL ® , including all

relevant technology parameters.

These tools are automatically

locked in hyperMILL ® as soon

as they are transferred to

Hummingbird in order to avoid

inconsistent tool data. This

creates a consistent, reliable,

and efficient process for tool

management – from the CAM

system to Hummingbird and other

systems such as a tool presetter.

+44 (0)1869 290003

info.UK@openmind-tech.com

www.openmind-tech.com

https://youtu.be/

JuMSalWzua0?si=DrCwaRwugeNj_tly

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The optimum solution

Clean, efficient & secure handling of

bulk material with Volkmann UK

ith the highest quality

Wequipment, Volkmann

creates innovative solutions to

transfer bulk material with Vacuum

Conveyors, driving drastic efficiency

improvements, reducing waste and

creating significant cost-savings.

Due to constant development and

improvement in technology, removal

of explosion risks and with a focus

on good hygienic solutions, Vacuum

Conveyors today are a preferred

choice in many industries. They can

transfer nano-sized material and fine

dust with particles size from 0,1µm up

to bigger sized pellets, tablets, sweets,

or bottle caps, for example. Alongside

bulk material transfer, Volkmann also

creates the most effective solutions

for loading materials, including

Drum Discharge Systems, Bulk Bag

Unloading Stations and Rip-and-Tip

Dump Stations.

In today’s industry it’s imperative

to stay ahead of the competition,

meet consumer demands and

guarantee maximum efficiency in

all manufacturing processes. Gone

are the human-centred methods

of the past as we move into the

highly automised processes of

today. Volkmann UK can ensure that

you have the optimum solution for

your processes. We create custom

solutions, designed to meet your

specific needs, ensuring smooth

integration into your systems

and transforming production.

Volkmann UK consistently creates

the optimum processing solution

for food, pharma, AM and chemical

industries.


Volkmann UK offers free on-site

trials of their vacuum conveyors with

no obligations, to book simply email

or call. Contact us today to find

out more or to request a brochure.

Visit our website to learn about

Volkmann’s bulk material handling

solutions.

Contact

+44 (0)1494 512228

mail.uk@volkmann.info

https://uk.volkmann.info

Introducing Scalibur TM : Nextlevel

potato slicing with Dual

Rotation Technology

AM STUMABO introduces

Fthe Scalibur TM , a

revolutionary potato

slicer designed to deliver

unmatched gentleness and

efficiency. This innovative

machine features a patented

rotation technology where

both the cutting head and the

impeller rotate for a controlled

and gentle cutting process.

Whereas potatoes were

previously pushed against

a static knife, the Scalibur TM

features a rotating blade that

slices through the potato at a lower

speed. This, combined with the

independent centrifugal force of the

impeller, minimises impact damage

to the potato’s cell structure. This

results in less starch and scrap loss

and thus less fryer contamination.

The slicer is equipped with powerful

dual stainless-steel motors and

the patented Smart Slicing system

allows differential speed adjustments

with varying gravities. The reduced

impact on blades and segments from

foreign objects results in lower parts

consumption and repair costs.

The slicer is widely used in potato

chip production, but also delivers

perfect results in the production

of vegetable chips from carrots,

beetroot, sweet potatoes, taro,

parsnip, etc. Supplied with a

full range of interchangeable

cutting heads, Scalibur TM allows

for different types of cuts to

be produced: flat, crinkle or

V-cut slices or sticks in many

dimensions.

Contact

www.fam-stumabo.com

New concept Metal

Additive Mill-Turn

ffective CNC Solutions Ltd have

Edeveloped and patented a new

concept hybrid 5 axis Metal Additive

Mill-Turn. Using a 3-axis bed mill

format with a 2-axis trunnion table

to manipulate the workpiece in

5-axis around fixed position spindle,

turning turret & WAAM additive

head stations. Controlled by the

powerful Siemens – Sinumerik One

– CNC & a bespoke tool probing

system from Renishaw.

The machine is designed to

manufacture components in

excess of 800mm diameter or

600mm cube, using inverted

workpiece horizontal milling spindle

configuration for efficient swarf

clearing, the hybrid process allows

near net shape metal deposition

for minimal material removal and

wastage, saving raw material and

tooling costs.

The machine has proved to be

as capable as expected. We are

currently working on producing test

pieces and looking to move to the

next stage with:

u R&D projects of realworld

products to trial

manufacture.

Abbey Seals International Ltd

is a second generation familyrun

business based in Dublin and

Cork. Over the last four decades,

we’ve been Ireland’s leading

provider of seals and gaskets.

Since 2011, our Cork

manufacturing facility has been

a hub of innovation, with two

state-of-the-art CAD knife-cutting

tables for creating custom

gaskets with extreme precision

and efficiency.

In 2015, we started

manufacturing seals using next

frontier CNC Lathes – the only

Irish company using this process.

u Funded R&D projects

investigating ways to

manufacture new products that

can’t be machined from billet.

u Placement of the prototype

machine in an R&D or

manufacturing facility.

u A machine tool OEM or partner

to help develop the concept

further and take this new and

innovative machine design to

market.

Contact

www.effectivecncsolutions.co.uk

Abbey Seals International Ltd

And we’re still the only company

in Ireland that manufactures both

seals and gaskets.

You’ve probably guessed by

now that we like things running

smoothly, but we’re big on things

running quickly as well.

If you need a specific part, we

can create it through our in-house

manufacturing service, Abbey

Seals Xpress.

We specialise in creating custom

pieces with no minimum order

quantity.

Contact

Abbey Seals International

Ltd, DUBLIN

Unit B1 Nangor Road

Business Park, Nangor Road,

Dublin, D12 TNY6, Ireland

+353 (0)1 427 7900

dublin@abbeyseals.ie

Abbey Seals International

Ltd, CORK

31A Euro Business Park,

Little Island, Cork, T45 X310,

Ireland

+353 (0)21 500 3555

cork@abbeyseals.ie



ACI appoints President and General Manager

nalytical Components

AInternational (ACI), a leading

manufacturer of precision

components for analytical

instrumentation and innovator

in the hard materials industry,

specialising in synthetic sapphire

and precision ceramic components

for the industrial, medical and

life science industries, is excited

to announce the appointment of

Michael Mainvielle to President

and General Manager.

Michael Mainvielle has two

decades of experience managing global businesses

in the manufacturing and technology sectors. He was

recently with Novanta Corporation as Vice President

Back British

Metals initiative

he Back British Metals (BBM) initiative has

Treinforced its commitment to positioning the UK

metals industry as a key driver of economic growth,

innovation, and national resilience following a pivotal

meeting with Chris McDonald MP.

With growing political backing, BBM is playing a

leading role in ensuring that metals, a sector omitted

as a growth sector from the UK Government’s

Industrial Strategy, are recognised as an industry of

opportunity that underpins national infrastructure,

defence, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability.

At the latest BBM strategy meeting, industry leaders

and key stakeholders gathered to outline priorities

for the sector in the short, medium and long term.

The discussions focused on the sector’s global

competitiveness, investment potential and its place

in the UK’s industrial strategy. The meeting reaffirmed

the need to present metals as a vital part of the UK’s

future economic strategy and to demonstrate the

value of the sector across multiple industries.

BBM represents the entire metals ecosystem,

covering all alloys and supply chains from primary

production to recycling and re-use. With the support

of a broad coalition of trade associations and industry

leaders, the initiative is committed to securing the

future of the UK metals sector and advocating for its

recognition as a vital part of the economy.

A key focus of the initiative is achieving greater

policy recognition for the UK metals sector. The

government’s recent Industrial Strategy did not

include metals as an individual growth sector, which

risks overlooking an industry that is essential to

national infrastructure, defence, and advanced

manufacturing. BBM is working to ensure that metals

are recognised within government policy and that the

industry receives the support and investment it needs

to remain competitive.

Contact

www.backbritishmetals.org

Automated carbon footprint tool

enator, a global manufacturer

Vof pigments and additives,

is pleased to announce the

successful rollout of the Eviden

Product Carbon Footprint (PCF)

Platform. This milestone marks

the completion of a project that

began in October 2023 and

concluded in December 2024.

The specialist digital PCF

Platform provides full automation of the PCF

calculation for Venator’s extensive product portfolio

and enables Venator to deliver accurate data on the

carbon footprint of its products to its customers.

Rob Portsmouth, Executive Vice President, EHS,

Sustainability and HR at Venator, commented, “The

successful implementation of the PCF Platform

is a significant milestone in our sustainability

journey and our collaboration with Atos, through its

Eviden business group, was characterised by great

cooperation and close teamwork.

“This advanced tool empowers us to assess our

portfolio and production network in terms of CO 2

Engines Plus appointed UK

distributor of FPT Industrial

ngines Plus, a leading

Eprovider of high-quality engine

solutions, is proud to announce

its appointment as an authorised

UK Distributor of FPT Industrial

(a brand of Iveco Group) engines.

This strategic partnership

enables Engines Plus to offer a

comprehensive range of engines

suitable for both marine and

industrial applications, further

strengthening its offering across

multiple sectors.

of Commercial Excellence and Vice

President of Product Management

and Marketing for the Precision

Motion Division. Prior to that,

he was a Business Line Director

with IDEX Health and Science. He

previously held commercial and

engineering positions at Texas

Instruments and Photocircuits

Corporation.

ACI Managing Member and

Senior Director of Manufacturing,

Jon Bohlin, said, “Mike is an

experienced leader with a long

track record for business growth and customer

satisfaction. He is highly focused on successful

outcomes for customers, team members and the

With FPT Industrial’s proven reputation for delivering

robust and reliable engines, Engines Plus is

well-equipped to meet the demands of industrial

markets. From generators to water pumps and jetting

units, FPT Industrial engines provide exceptional

performance and durability across a range of

applications. Engines Plus will support customers

with comprehensive parts availability, expert service,

and tailored solutions to ensure they have the power

they need to succeed.

“Industrial applications such as generators, water

business overall. His steady hand in the storm

approach lets our team know he is the right person to

lead us moving forward.

“Since our recent partnership with David Schnur

Associates (DSA), sales and marketing services for

the medical device and life science industries, along

with our recently launched Fluidic Fittings and Tubing

product line, things have been moving rapidly for

us. We have full confidence that Mike’s experience

paired with industry expertise will help navigate the

company's success moving forward.”

Contact

sales@analyticalcomp.com

www.analyticalcomp.com

emissions and take actionable

steps to reduce our PCF. The

tool’s automation capabilities

provide us with clear,

transparent, and comparable

PCF data, offering valuable

insights into internal and external

supply chain dependencies.

“It allows us to get a clear view

of the carbon footprint of our

products, as well as being able to share these with

our customers, ultimately helping them achieve their

own ESG goals. This platform not only enhances our

ability to measure and manage the carbon footprint

of our products but also supports our commitment

to transparency and continuous improvement.

By providing our customers with detailed carbon

footprint data, we empower them to make more

informed choices and contribute to a more

sustainable future.”

Contact

www.venatorcorp.com

pumps, and jetting units represent

a significant opportunity for

us,” commented Simon Nutley,

Sales Director at Engines Plus.

“This partnership with FPT

Industrial allows us to provide

dependable, high-quality solutions

that align with our customers’

operational requirements. The

FPT Industrial product extends

our offering for the stringent EU

Stage V compliance to the lesser

regulated engines. The FPT Industrial off-road engine

range offers complete packages up to 670kW.”

FPT Industrial also manufactures a dedicated

range of engines specifically designed for marine

applications, catering to both leisure craft and

commercial vessels. Designed for durability and

efficiency, FPT Industrial marine engines integrate

seamlessly with Engines Plus’ existing portfolio,

offering customers the performance they can trust.

Contact

www.enginesplus.co.uk

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UNILOCK clamping

systems from norelem

ore precision, less set-up time,

Mmaximum efficiency: norelem

expands its clamping technology

portfolio of zero-point clamping

systems and 5-axis clamping modules

from UNILOCK. The pneumatic

zero-point clamping systems allow

clamping and changeover of fixtures

and tools in seconds. The 5-axis

clamping module was specially

developed for 5-sided machining of

complex workpieces – both systems

achieve repeatability better than

0.005mm.

Zero-point clamping systems set a

fixed reference point, from which

workpieces are positioned and fixed

with precision and repeatability.

Elimination of the need for realignment

shortens set-up times and boosts

productivity. Also available: 5-axis

clamping modules in sizes 80 and 50,

for machining of objects with different

geometries, formats, and weights from

five sides with no interfering contours.

A new addition to the range is the

UNILOCK EGM 110-75 clamping

module. It is designed for use on

machine tables or in fixtures, even in

situations with limited space. It can

also be integrated with an EGM 110-75

pallet coupler in automated robotic

systems, for automated changeover of

clamping pallets.

The UNILOCK ESA 138 clamping

module is ideal for automated

clamping devices. In addition to

sensor functions, four special contact

surfaces with air contact control

ensure that the clamping device

is fully fixed. In addition, a special

scraper prevents the accumulation of

impurities on the module.

The UNILOCK ASM 99 clamping

module is an add-on module with

a total height of 56mm (with the

clamping module). Alternatively, the

module can also be fully integrated in a

fixture plate or the machine table.

MSC helps DaceCrown

cut cycle times by 90%

ongbridge-based DaceCrown Ltd

Lhas long established itself as one

of the leading suppliers of precision

components to the bottling and

packaging industry. However, after

twenty-five years of operation, a new

generation of engineering talent has

taken over and plans on taking the

company to new heights.

Tom, whose background is in

applications engineering and technical

sales, bought DaceCrown in 2023

with business partner and Operations

Director, Jake Harley-Arliss.

In less than a year they took DaceCrown

from a fully manual workshop to having

three HAAS machine tools: a VF-9 large

capacity vertical machining centre, a

VF-2 vertical machining centre and a

full utilisation of ST10 highperformance

turning centre.

To help bring the company’s tooling

in line with their ambitions for growth,

DaceCrown turned to MSC Industrial

Supply Co UK.

MSC application engineers visited

DaceCrown over several weeks to

immerse themselves in the business

and gain firsthand experience of the

tooling challenges facing Tom and

his team.

G&M Radiator: 60 years of cooling

G

&M Radiator was founded in

1964 and is still a privately

owned family business. In recent

years, prudent acquisitions have

resulted in the G&M Group which

consists of several companies

working in different fields of

the Heat Exchange Industry.

The combined expertise and

strengths of each company has

established the G&M Group at the

forefront of this market.

Contact

G&M Radiator manufacture

using copper/brass, non-ferrous

and aluminium materials. The

manufacturing facility can

accommodate both large and

small production runs. The workforce

is highly skilled, experienced and

adaptable with many having over 25

years’ service with the Company.

We supplement our range of

manufactured product with a large

and varied stock of radiators, oil-coolers

and other heat exchange products

which we source from leading highquality

suppliers across the globe.

https://norelem.co.uk/en

From receipt of an original sample

heat exchanger, we can have our

version drawn up and manufactured

and a finished unit ready to ship in

as little as 4 working days. This short

development time means we are

constantly adding to the huge range

in our extensive catalogue.

Designs and drawings are created

in-house using the latest CAD/

CAM software which allows a short

The trials also coincided with the

testing stage of MSC’s newlylaunched

MSC EDGE range

of multipurpose solid carbide

holemaking and milling tools. In turn,

DaceCrown acted as a vital field test

site providing critical performance

data to MSC throughout the testing

process.

A variety of materials and toolpaths

were tested during the trial and

following its completion, DaceCrown

were supplied with a set of 4, 8

and 12mm MSC EDGE endmills

which have enabled the team to

handle a wide range of materials

and applications without having to

regularly change tooling.

Contact

www.mscdirect.co.uk/mscedge

development process for

new projects.

Our on-site wind tunnel

ensures new designs can

be quickly confirmed and

tailored to the client’s

requirements.

Our production process

uses the very latest metal

punching and forming

technology and equipment

as well as traditional

presses.

This equipment is

maintained by a dedicated

team of in-house engineers and

craftsmen. The ability to produce

our own unique tooling is a huge

advantage and one that we are

rightly proud of.

Contact

0800 690 6143

sales@gm-radiator.com

www.gm-radiator.com

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FOR THE BEST MACHINING QUALITY, PRECISION &

COMPACT MACHINE CONSTRUCTION

The new benchmark in universal turning

UNIVERSALTURN 50

More performance. More precision. More future.

All-purpose turning machine for precise and high-performance machining

With the new UNIVERSALTURN 50, EMCO sets the next milestone in complete machining of bars and

chuck parts. Developed for maximum precision, dynamics and process reliability, the compact highperformance

turning centre offers everything that modern manufacturing centres require: powerful

drive systems, an integrated Y-axis for extended milling and flexible automation concepts. Whether

complex turned and milled parts for mechanical engineering, the automotive industry, medical

technology or defence – the UNIVERSALTURN 50 impresses with its outstanding rigidity, intuitive

operation and scalable equipment.

Highlights

ä High-precision turning centre for efficient

complete machining of bars up to 51mm

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ä Integrated Y-axis for extended milling and

maximum machining versatility

ä Highly dynamic drive systems for fast

machining cycles and maximum accuracy

ä Compact counter spindle for precise

rear-side machining without additional

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ä Powerful tool turret with up to 12 driven

tool positions

ä Scalable automation solutions – from

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systems

ä Stable cast machine bed for maximum

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ä Absolute measuring system for maximum

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ä Intuitive operation with SINUMERIK ONE

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ä Perfectly co-ordinated machine concept

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High-precision test adaptors

for high-speed automotive

data connectors

Test equipment for automotive

data connectors

As data transmission demands

in vehicles increase, the need for

accurate test solutions grows.

Rosenberger now offers highprecision

test equipment that

ensures reliable qualification

of automotive high-speed data

connectors.

Innovative solutions for high-speed data

transmission

The growing digitalization of vehicles requires

high-performance connectors for fast, safe, and

interference-free signal transmission. Rosenberger

provides a complete portfolio of test equipment

for coaxial and differential connector systems

such as FAKRA, HFM ® , RMC ® , RosenbergerHSD ® ,

H-MTD ® , and MTD ® . These precision test adapters

allow for accurate validation of high-speed data

connections.

achining and Fabrication company Titan

MManufacturing have announced their

sponsorship of British wheelchair tennis star, Lucy

Shuker, on her journey to the next Paralympic Games.

A trailblazer in the sport for almost two decades,

Lucy has represented Great Britain at the last five

Paralympic Games, securing bronze medals in

London and Rio, and silver in Tokyo 2020. She was

also flag bearer for Great Britain at the 2024 Paris

Paralympic Games.

Titan Manufacturing, based in Weymouth in Lucy's

home county of Dorset, is getting behind her as

she sets her sights on her next big goal – the 2028

Games in Los Angeles.

Standardised test procedures

ensure safety and quality

Uniform high-speed standards help

ensure performance throughout

a vehicle’s lifecycle. Simulation

frameworks with worst-case models

eliminate discrepancies in limit values

and improve assessments of functional

safety. Defined responsibilities and

liabilities along the wiring harness

supply chain provide clarity and

reliability for OEMs and suppliers.

With these innovative solutions, Rosenberger

supports the safe, efficient development of

advanced vehicle architectures and promotes

dependable high-speed connectivity in modern

automotive systems.

Contact

www.rosenberger.com/aut-test

Manufacturing company

sponsors Paralympian

wheelchair tennis star

as she continues her training journey towards the

next Paralympic Games."

Beyond her Paralympic success, Lucy has

consistently ranked among the top players

globally, earning over 100 international titles.

She was awarded the British Empire Medal

in the 2023 Birthday Honours.

Lucy said, “I'm incredibly grateful to the team

at Titan for their support... A huge thank you to

Titan for supporting me in pursuing my dream of

competing at the Paralympic Games in LA in 2028.”

For more information see:

https://titanmanufacturing.co.uk

Exactaform

launches eco-cut:

a cost-effective

PCD Cutting Tool

Range

xactaform, a leader in

EPCD tooling solutions,

has announced the launch

of eco-cut, a new range of

affordable polycrystalline

diamond (PCD) tools

tailored to meet the needs

of model board, graphite,

plastics, composites, and

aluminium machining –

while cutting costs, not

corners.

The eco-cut line is

engineered for businesses

requiring tools that

balance wear resistance, reliability, and cost-efficiency

without the extreme durability needed for machining

highly abrasive metals. By focusing on softer abrasive

materials, Exactaform aims to simplify machining

processes and reduce downtime, while maintaining

consistent performance.

The range is ideal for applications from prototyping

with model board, plastics, and composites to precision

machining in window and door manufacturing, and

general industrial modelling that demands versatile,

cost-effective tooling.

This follows a strong 2024 for Coventry-based

Exactaform, which celebrated 45 years of operation,

marked by growth, market expansion, and strategic

acquisitions.

Jamie White, MD at Exactaform, said, "eco-cut bridges

a clear gap in the market by offering the durability and

precision of PCD tools, but at an affordable price."

Please contact:

www.exactaform.com/eco-cut-durableand-cost-effective-tools-for-modelboardmachining

Jon Higson, MD of Titan Manufacturing, said,

“Lucy is a total inspiration... We are incredibly

proud to be supporting Lucy and sponsoring her

For more information about Lucy Shuker see:

https://www.lucyshuker.com

Pushing the boundaries of

electric vehicle cable testing

or EV owners, reliability is essential — and

Fadvances in cable testing are improving

performance and sustainability. Marcus Schneck,

CEO of norelem, highlights the company’s role in

supporting this crucial aspect of e-mobility.

EV cables must be reliably insulated. EMBE’s solution

tests this by applying a voltage to one wire and

moving it closer to another until the insulation fails.

This required precise mechanics with repeatability

of ±0.02mm.

CAD-integrated webshop. The free CAD models also

helped streamline design.

Cost-efficiency was key – some components couldn’t

be made in-house for less than €400.

A great example is EMBE Machining, a precision

engineering company in Markgröningen, Germany.

EMBE used norelem’s standardised components to

develop a high-precision measurement device to test

cable insulation in EVs.

To ensure safe operation under extreme temperatures,

Around two-thirds of the device was built with

norelem components – including positioning

tables, steel parallels, and a lift table. These

ensured exceptional accuracy and motion control.

Michael Pieske, project manager at EMBE, praised

norelem’s product quality, fast availability, and

Now a core supplier, norelem helps EMBE deliver

innovative, reliable EV solutions. To learn how

norelem can support your business, click here.

Please contact:

www.norelem.co.uk/en

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RETAIL TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Secure your Cash Management with the apg ®

Note Acceptor: Stand-alone or as addition to

the smarttill ® Suite

heft and counterfeit fraud are significant threats

Tto retailers, underscoring the need for secure cash

management solutions. To address these challenges,

apg ® Solutions LLC offers the apg ® Note Acceptor,

a reliable tool designed to enhance the security and

efficiency of cash handling in retail environments.

Reliable bill validation and secure storage

For dependable bill validation and secure storage

of high-volume bills, the apg ® Note Acceptor is

indispensable. This device features advanced

counterfeit detection technology and an interactive

LED status display, ensuring accurate note validation

and the capacity to securely store up to 320 notes.

The Note Acceptor validates and stacks notes

while continuously tracking the total cash amount

inside the device, providing your back office

with a real-time overview.

Key benefits of the apg ® Note Acceptor for

retailers:

u Secure Note Validation: Advanced

counterfeit detection minimises the

risk of accepting counterfeit bills,

safeguarding your business from

fraud.

u Secure Storage: The stacker securely

counts and stores up to 320 validated

notes, offering additional

protection and convenience

for high-volume cash

environments.

u Efficient Workflow: The

interactive LED status

display provides

real-time feedback,

giving your back office

a comprehensive

overview of the amount

of cash in the stackers.

u Easy Integration: The compact Note

Acceptor integrates seamlessly into any POS system

but can also function as a stand-alone product or part

of apg’s smarttill ® cash management suite.

The smarttill ® suite automatically counts

cash inside the till, detects discrepancies,

provides real-time data, and offers

detailed cash flow insights and analytics.

This comprehensive solution streamlines

operations, minimises errors, and

significantly boosts overall efficiency.

Why choose the apg ® Note Acceptor?

In an era where security and efficiency are

paramount, the apg ® Note Acceptor stands out as

a critical component of secure cash management.

Whether used independently or as part of the smarttill ®

suite, this tool ensures that retailers can handle cash

with the highest level of security and precision.

Enhancing operational efficiency

Combining the smarttill ® cash management system

with the apg ® Note Acceptor can save up to 90% of

cash losses and 40% of valuable employee time. This

automation improves operational efficiency without

compromising customer relations.

For more information about the apg ® Note

Acceptor and the smarttill ® cash management

solution suite, please visit: https://apgsolutions.

com/products/note-acceptor

Successful asset disposal

paves the way for

business transformation

of industry experience, they have

consistently delivered high-quality

results tailored to clients’ needs in the

retail and hospitality sectors.

well-established construction and

A joinery company, founded in 1980,

recently decided to sell several pieces

of machinery through asset disposal

specialists as part of a planned

business restructure.

The decision was fuelled by the

company’s need to create space

following investment in newer, more

efficient machinery as well as a

requirement to generate additional

capital that could be reinvested into

the business.

Based in the West Midlands, the

company has built a strong reputation

for its expertise in bar and shopfitting,

serving as the main contractor for

clients involved in refurbishing and

refitting their premises. With decades

By collaborating with BPI Asset Disposal

Solutions, the company aimed to

maximise the value of its assets, while

facilitating a quick sale process. The

management team at the construction

and joinery company was made

aware of BPI’s asset disposal services

following a recommendation from a

business that provided a valuation for

several of their machines. The dealer

suggested BPI as a partner to help

realise the true value of their assets.

Choosing asset disposal specialists

over a dealer was a strategic move

as BPI could market the assets to its

existing customer database, which

aligned with the company’s goals of

maximising returns. They also realised

that working with BPI would result in

quicker sale via its online platform,

freeing up valuable space, and

facilitating business restructuring.

www.bpiauctions.com/

assetdisposal



European corporate

distress continues to rise,

weighing heavily on retail

and industrials sectors

he latest Weil

TEuropean

Distress Index

(WEDI) indicates

a rise in corporate

distress across

Europe as of

February 2025,

reaching its highest

level in six months.

Germany and the

UK have experienced particularly sharp

increases, contributing to the upward

trend. Distress levels have now risen in

four of the past five months, driven by

declining confidence and heightened

volatility. Whilst the markets

component has provided some relief,

its impact has been outweighed by

other factors.

Regional spotlight

Germany: German corporate distress

has surged to its highest level since

July 2020, the height of the pandemic,

driven by weak investment, poor

profitability and falling valuations. This

rise is compounded by a steep decline

in exports and manufacturing output,

economic contractions, weakening

domestic consumption and pressures

on trade, adding

further uncertainty.

United Kingdom:

Distress levels in

the UK have also

risen, with levels at

their highest since

September 2023.

Growing fears of

a deteriorating

economic outlook have shaken

investor and consumer confidence,

contributing to tighter liquidity.

Concerns around investment have

also likely heightened following

changes in Employee National

Insurance Contributions and the

National Living Wage.

France: Corporate distress has

reached its highest level since August

2020, mirroring broader trends across

Europe. Economic stagnation and

declining consumer confidence

have tightened liquidity and slowed

investment.

Please visit:

https://www.weil.com

Manchester software

innovator Shipster partners

with Ordorite to transform

e-commerce and retail logistics

anchester software innovator

MShipster has announced a

strategic partnership with furniture

and soft furnishings specialist Ordorite

to transform e-commerce and retail

logistics in the sector.

Shipster is a custom shipping

integration platform which connects

online retailers, e-commerce

warehouses and distributors

with over 100 leading couriers.

Ordorite, based in Galway, Ireland, is a

cloud-based retail order management

software solution supporting furniture,

bedding and related retailers with

customer relationships management,

purchases, deliveries and warehousing.

The new alliance automates and

streamlines the packing and shipping

processes for Ordorite’s customers,

enhancing operational efficiency,

minimises errors, accelerates order

fulfilment, increasing customer

satisfaction, and supporting

business growth.

Ordorite was launched in 2006 and

now boasts over 400 outlets, based in

Ireland, the UK, America and Australia.

These customers managed between

one and 55 retail stores, as well as

ecommerce operations, selling furniture,

bedding, carpets and interior products.

The company began looking for a

shipping solutions partner to help

their customers further streamline

their operations.

Shipster stood out in the market for

its ability to generate all necessary

shipping documents automatically,

including shipping labels, invoices,

returns, and customs documentation,

ensuring businesses are post-Brexit,

IOSS, and EORI compliant.

Discover more about the Shipster

and Ordorite partnership at:

www.shipstersolutions.com

Edwardian Victoria Station

Arcade is the latest unique

retail accommodation

laces for London,

PTransport for London’s

property company, has

reopened the Victoria Station

Arcade ready for customers

to enjoy the restored

Edwardian architecture and

new retail offer.

Built in the early 1900’s as

part of the Metropolitan

District Railway, the Victoria

Station Arcade’s unique

heritage features had

become damaged over time. However,

as part of a £1.5m restoration

project, skilled craftspeople have

sensitively restore heritage mouldings,

stonework, plasterwork and installed

sympathetic Edwardian-style

shopfronts, which replicated the two

original remaining shopfronts, and

period-style lighting as well as the

redecoration of the arcade in a historic

District Railway colour scheme.

Customers who visit the Arcade will

be able to enjoy restored features

such as the 1920s concrete

canopy on Victoria Street and the

1930s London Transport bronze

and blue enamel framed panels.

Replicas of the twin armed globe

luminaires on both facades were also

created using examples from London

Transport Museum’s collection and

with the expert support of specialist

railway lighting supplier Fain Redfern

of Worcester and Decorlight Limited of

Telford. As part of the restoration, one

of the shopfronts has also retained its

1930 art deco sunburst glasswork.

Over the next 10 years, Places for

London will be investing over £300m

towards upgrading, expanding and

working towards net zero across its

retail spaces.

Contact

https://www.placesforlondon.co.uk

PNY named NVIDIA

Retailer of the Year –

for third time in a row

NY Technologies, a global supplier

Pof components and solutions for

the artificial intelligence, HPC, data

centre and professional visualisation

markets, has been recognised by the

NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN) for the

third consecutive year as Dealer of the

Year Award.

The ‘Partner of the Year’ award was

presented as part of the virtual ‘EMEA

Partner Day’ event. The award recognises

the contributions of NVIDIA partners

whose commitment to innovation and

research has contributed to our shared

success. The solutions provided for

professionals have resulted in workflows

being accelerated and decision-making

processes being improved.

With 30 years of experience in storage

solutions, PNY has made the transition

to AI in recent years by expanding

its offerings with high performance

computing (HPC), data centre and

professional visualisation solutions

for various markets. PNY supports

professionals both in implementing AI

solutions according to their needs and

in future projects.

PNY offers a comprehensive portfolio

of solutions, particularly based on

NVIDIA’s product lines, suitable for

various industries such as healthcare,

industrial and media.

As the NVIDIA Partner Network Dealer of

the Year, PNY is once again recognised

for its continued commitment to

technology development and its

efforts to partner with NVIDIA to offer

accelerated computing platforms and

software across all markets.

Contact

https://www.pny.com

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Soyang Europe rolls

out new SoStick range

of self-adhesive vinyl

solutions

Featuring a total of 18 products,

the new SoStick portfolio

includes both monomeric and

polymeric solutions, offering

excellent flexibility to customers.

Soyang Europe, the leading

manufacturer and distributor of

digitally printable wide-format

and superwide-format media and

surface coverings is delighted to

announce the launch of SoStick, a

brand-new range of self-adhesive

vinyl solutions.

Comprising 18 products in

total, the SoStick range boasts

a selection of high-quality PVC

monomeric and polymeric

solutions. Soyang, which has

produced the range in-house, will

make the materials available to

customers across the UK and

Ireland with immediate effect.

Designed with flexibility in mind,

this far-reaching portfolio of selfadhesive

vinyl will suit companies

working in various creative

markets. Products in the SoStick

collection span permanent,

removable, grey back, bubble-free

and high-tack options.

SoStick monomeric materials are

suitable for use in applications

including retail graphics,

exhibition graphics, POS graphics

and short-term indoor graphics.

Meanwhile, SoStick polymeric

solutions can be used to produce

pieces such as signage, vehicle

graphics, hoardings, long term

outdoor signage, window graphics

and more.

Soyang will continue to develop

the range and introduce new

solutions, with PVC-free and

specialist media options joining

the collection in the near future.

“We are delighted to be

introducing this new collection of

materials to our already-expansive

range of solutions,” said Oliver

Mashiter, Sales Director for

Media at Soyang Europe. “Having

created the products in-house at

Soyang, in partnership with our

development teams in China, we

can attest to the quality of each

solution and the flexibility of the

materials.

“We look forward to working with

customers in the UK and Ireland

to help them identify new and

exciting opportunities through

the use of the SoStick range.”

Contact

+44 (0)161 765 3400

sales@soyang.co.uk

https://soyang.co.uk

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