Coatings firm marks milestone
Premier Coatings is celebrating 40 years of trading this year. Founded in 1982 and operating from Smarden in Kent, the firm specialises in the manufacture and supply of a wide range of corrosion prevention and chemical resistant coatings, linings, and waterproofing systems.
Hull enhancement eliminates copper
A Danish biotech firm believes it may have found a way to eliminate copper from ship's paint, replacing it with a more sustainable and biodegradeable alternative: eelgrass acid.
Pumps group presents circular economy seminar
The importance of the circular economy to the pump sector comes up for attention in a series of seminars taking place in Brussels in...
Funding for world-first liquid H2 bunkering facility for ships
The creator of what's claimed to be world’s first liquid hydrogen bunkering facility for fuelling zero-emission ships has won a UK Government grant to...
The unsung heroes of boiler control
When it comes to boiler control, selecting the right types of valve actuators and positioners is key to ensuring safe, efficient and reliable performance...
The health and safety considerations of confined space entry for cleaning terminal storage tanks
A regular tank cleaning regime cuts cross-contamination risks, safeguards key components and detects structural issues that could trigger catastrophic leaks and spills. Without stringent...
EV installation website launched
Devitech has announced the launch of its new website.
"Due to continued expansion in the EV installation market we have now launched a brand-new website...
Government awards £30m to cutting-edge highway decarbonisation projects
Cutting-edge, innovative ideas to decarbonise the UK’s highways are to benefit from tens of millions of pounds in Government funding.
The £30...
Risk of recycling crisis as UK Government ‘deaf’ to industry concerns about Red Diesel...
The body representing Scottish SME resource and waste management operators says recycling services across the country are under threat following the UK Government’s refusal...
Awards shortlist
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) presents the shortlist of finalists in this year's Pump Industry Awards (PIA), and offers a few words on the awards event scheduled for 31 March.
Actuators chosen for dam project
Electric actuators for a major hydropower dam installation in China are to be supplied by parts manufacturer Rotork. The giant Baihetan Dam hydropower plant is part of a cascade of dams on the Jinsha River (the upstream part of the Yangtze).
Potable water overhaul
To satisfy both current and future demands for safe and reliable drinking water, The City of Calgary, in Alberta, Canada, has recently embarked on a $35M CAD project to replace the most critical water pumping station in the city, as pump manufacturer KSB, which supplied key components for the upgrade, explains.
Rethinking sludge cake transfer
Pumps manufacturer SEEPEX says its Smart Air Injection (SAI) technology has played an enabling role in Veolia's recent sludge cake handling system upgrade at its Osberstown STF plant.
Comment: how can the EU’s industrial policy support industry’s efforts with sustainability and decarbonisation?
Ahead of its Annual Meetings and Joint Conference with CEIR and Pneurop in Brussels this coming May, Vanni Vignoli, President of Europump, a trade...
Veolia introduces reversing camera on RCVs to address driver blind spots
To address the challenge of vehicle blind spots, areas that cannot be directly seen by the driver while at the controls, Veolia is now...
Verge-cutting mower head “gives biodiversity a winning edge”
Specialist contractor GVA has become the first UK customer for a new, environmentally-friendly mowing head designed to protect insects and other creatures.
The ECO 1200...
New guidance for GHG emissions published by ADEPT and FHRG
New guidance has been issued, aimed at tackling one of the most pressing issues faced by local highways authorities (LHAs) - consistent carbon measurement...
Scottish utility completes reservoir car-removal operation
A delicate operation to remove nine ageing car wrecks which had been dumped in a Paisley reservoir has been hailed a success by utility...
SEEPEX wins order from Thames Water for the most intelligent PC Pump in the...
The first order has been received from Thames Water’s Maple Lodge WwTW for SEEPEX’s unique patented SCT AutoAdjust pump technology combined with their Digital Solutions incorporating Pump Technology 4.0.
Tank Cleaning
IWJS has been chosen by Thames Water to deliver storm tank cleaning works at Crossness Sewage Treatment Works (STW).
