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THE J D NEUHAUS COMMUNITY ‘ENGINEERED FOR EXTREMES’

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT

The J D Neuhaus website, jdngroup.com has been subject to major revamps which include a more prominent presentation of products in the homepage menu.

GPUK appoints David Wilkinson to manage new Automation Support Team

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT

GEA Process Engineering Ltd has appointed David Wilkinson as Automation Service Manager to establish and develop a new service team supporting GEA automation control systems throughout the United Kingdom.

New OKW Enclosures and Knobs Catalogue 2013

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT

OKW has launched its new 2013 product catalogue which differs significantly from previous issues. The content-related appearance has been completely redesigned. Greater emphasis has been placed on design-in with a larger number of function and application-oriented product photos.

Visit RMI Pressure Systems at Minex in Turkey - 23rd-25th May, 2013

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT

RMI Pressure Systems will be displaying on the MTM Makina stand, 2092, at the Minex exhibition in Izmir, Turkey, this May. The Mining, Natural Resources and Technology Fair celebrates Turkey's rich mineral resources by presenting visitors with some of the industry's most important new technological developments.

AWARD WINS AT THE DOUBLE FOR INNOVATIVE INTEGRATED VALVE AND ACTUATOR CONTROL SYSTEM

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
A highly innovative range of cylinders from Norgren, a global market leader in pneumatic motion and fluid control, has scooped two prestigious industry awards.

Launched in 2012, IVAC (Integrated Valve & Actuator Control) can significantly reduce energy usage and operating costs for both OEMs and end users in a range of processing applications.

HARTING speeds express sample service for customers

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
HARTING’s express sample service, which allows customers to order product samples from the HARTING eCatalogue quickly, easily and free of charge, has been speeded up so that samples are now dispatched within 24 hours of the order being placed rather than the 48 hours under the previous system.

Bosch names NSK ‘Preferred Supplier’

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Robert Bosch GmbH has named NSK Deutschland GmbH as its ‘Preferred Supplier’ for bearings. Bosch awards this title to suppliers who provide outstanding performance when it comes to manufacturing and delivering products or services – especially as regards quality, pricing, reliability, technology and ongoing improvements.

MARATHON: IN IT FOR THE LONG RUN

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
The world’s second largest motor maker, Regal is consolidating its global production into four main brands, Marathon, Leeson, Fasco and Genco, as it seeks to redouble its market recognition.

Metso valves provide long-lasting control of seawater for Sierra Gorda's desert mining project in Chile

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Sierra Gorda Sociedad Contractual Minera (SCM) has chosen Metso to supply state-of-the-art control and on/off valves to the Sierra Gorda copper/molybdenum mining project which is currently under construction in the Atacama Desert in Antofagasta region, North of Chile.

Karl Miles joins Peak Group as Technical Sales Manager

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Karl Miles has been appointed Technical Sales Manager of the Peak Group, the Letchworth-based supplier of automated test equipment and electronic test systems.

Karl Miles joins Peak from a senior technical role at environmental test house Abtest.

Gasmet dealers rewarded for FTIR success

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Finnish FTIR manufacturer Gasmet recently invited its distributors from around the world to attend a training event at a country house hotel outside of Helsinki. During the event, awards were given to the best performing companies and all delegates were treated to a wealth of traditional Finnish hospitality which included a jump into a frozen lake.

BP Announces Sale of Interest in Polvo Field, Brazil

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
06 May 2013 BP announced today that it has agreed to sell its 60% interest in the Polvo oil field in Brazil to HRT Oil & Gas Ltda for $135m in cash. Subject to regulatory approvals, BP expects the deal to close in the second half of 2013.

sara LBS offers free on-site consultation to speed up hygienic access for food processing areas

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Food processing is an environment which places extraordinarily high and specific demands on hygiene. Food must be protected from changes in temperature, contamination and possible vermin ingress.

IChemE seeks to unlock engineering talent pool

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) has signed a new concordat to help attract more people from diverse backgrounds into the profession.

The concordat, which is led by The Royal Academy of Engineering (The Academy), is the first step in a long-term commitment by IChemE to help raise awareness and increase diversity in the chemical engineering profession.

Atlas Copco white paper exposes false economy thinking of UK businesses

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Atlas Copco Compressors has published a new white paper authored by Sean Fairest, Business Line Manager – Compressor Technique Service Division, which examines compressor maintenance and the role established vendors can play, as opposed to independent local providers.

Board of BP p.l.c. Concludes Three Day Visit to India

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
The BP Board met for the first time in India to gain an understanding of the opportunities in the country. The Board also met with Government dignitaries and business partners.

Industrial Vehicle Weighing and Wheel Washing

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Two specialist industrial companies, Weightron Bilanciai Ltd and Wheelwash Ltd have established a complementary working relationship. Leader suppliers in their respective fields, Weightron manufacture weighbridges and weighbridge management systems, whilst Wheelwash provide industrial wheel and vehicle washing solutions.

MAGNETROL and APM announce a strategic partnership

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Magnetrol International and APM Automation Solutions Ltd. (Tel Aviv, Israel) have completed a market-changing agreement designating Magnetrol as a global private label distributor of APM's groundbreaking bulk solids measurement technology.

Metso increases valve manufacturing capacity in China

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
Metso sells its shares of joint venture company to Shanghai Electric Corporation

Metso has entered into an agreement to sell its shares of its joint venture company Shanghai-Neles Jamesbury Valve Co.

HIGHLY AFFORDABLE ROBOT DEMONSTRATES MACHINE LOADING AND UNLOADING

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:00 GMT
The Northern Regional College in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, is much more than just a seat of learning. This award-winning campus is a centre of manufacturing excellence and its expertise and resources are available to industry at large, especially in the field of CAD/CAM, robotics and general automation.