A new level for radar?
One of the most significant recent developments in level measurement for containers and tanks is the emergence of a new class of seemingly affordable and high performance radar level sensors. VEGA Controls provides some background on this development and the firm's Matt Westgate answers questions on issues such as the signficance of MCERTS certification for this class of sensor.
Pumps conference grapples with EU decarbonisation challenge
Trade organisations CEIR, Pneurop and Europump recently held a Joint conference to consider the EU’s roadmap for industrial support. Under the working title of...
Collaboration to harness EV batteries to help balance the grid
Partnership will implement "the UK’s biggest Virtual Power Plant"
Energy company SSE and electric vehicle (EV) smart charging service provider Jedlix have signed a deal...
99% of electricians believe there are major risks with EV charging work
As the UK gears up to meet its Electrical Vehicle (EV) charging targets for 2030, and purchases of EVs continue to rise, a lack...
Sponsored content: MCERTS expertise provides watertight handling of storm overflows
The new Asset Management Period (AMP) in the UK water industry introduces a requirement to monitor any spills going into a storm tank – regularly referred to by those working in the sector as UMON3.
How can we make EV charging points an affordable investment for SMEs?
Many organisations in the UK are investing in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for their premises. Providing free charging can attract employees, boost a...
Colonial Pipeline: Details emerge of landmark cyber-security breach
A cyber-attack on the largest fuel pipeline in the US, on Friday 7 May, is being described as possibly the most impactful ransomware event...
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).
After the flood…
A flooding incident in North Macedonia in August 2020 threatened the country's supply of electricity. Motor drive manufacturer WEG describes the subsequent drainage project.
Vehicles handed over to hydrogen transport hub in Tees Valley
Ten Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric cars and a Toyota fuel cell forklift truck were handed over to the Tees Valley Hydrogen Transport...
Pump industry mourns the loss of a great friend
The European pump industry trade group Europump writes
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Prof. Bernd Stoffel, who passed away...
Royal Mail commences emissions-cutting tyres trial with electric vans
Royal Mail has embarked on a six to nine-month trial of new tyres on a number of electric vehicles (EVs). The tyres are specially...
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...
An end to cast-iron guarantees
"Sometimes, I do despair," writes Paul Davies of mixer and pump manufacturer Landia.
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...
Superconductors will support electric jet flight, says Scottish start-up
Scottish start-up Mako Aerospace plans to manufacture the world’s first all-electric jet engine, which they say could double the range of electric aircraft compared...
Electrical submersible pumps expert makes key acquisition
Pump Supplies, the owner and operator of the UK’s largest hire fleet of electric submersible pumps and accessories, has acquired Stockport-based PD Pumps Ltd....
Sponsored Content: Reusing wash water at equipment hire firm
MSE Systems has provided equipment hire firm Sunbelt Rentals with a fully automated wastewater treatment system following a successful rental and testing period in 2020.
The firm was asked to provide a system that would dramatically reduce the amount of fresh water used by Sunbelt Rentals when cleaning the dirty Trakway panels ready for use by new customers. Trakway is a series of panels laid down to create access to fields and sites that are usually inaccessible to vehicles and pedestrians.
Tailored valves for refinery
The Rotork Client Support Programme (CSP) has been chosen by the Hengyuan Refining Company Berhad for the asset management of Rotork valve actuation equipment at its Port Dickson refinery .
Tank containers acquisition supports expansion into new markets
Logistics provider Suttons International has acquired overseas ISO tank containers, personnel, and customer contracts from VTG Tanktainer GmbH, a subsidiary of VTG Aktiengesellschaft (VTG)....