ATAM launches new website
ATAM has launched its newly revamped website. The company comments that, as a prominent manufacturer of encapsulated coils and industrial connectors, innovation and renewal have always driven its market strategy, and the new corporate website is no exception.
Specialist acquisition strengthens ASCO’s NORM Services
ASCO, the global integrated materials and logistics management company, has acquired full ownership of NORM Solutions Ltd, the provider of specialist cleaning, treatment and disposal services for oilfield equipment contaminated with Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM).
PPK Services acquires Kingsley Commercial Components
PPK Services Ltd has acquired Kingsley Commercial Components from owner Jim Hughes who is retiring after nearly 40 years in the industry. The Kingsley site in Broad Street, Guildford in Surrey, has been relocated to PPK’s Aldershot site.
Genair expands hire fleet
Genair, the specialist air compressor rental company, has added a line of Atlas Copco XAHS 408 air compressors to its hire fleet. These diesel-powered, Stage V compliant sets, deliver 850cfm @ 170psi at ambient temperatures between -25degC up to +50degC.
Manufacturers welcome Prime Minister’s guidance for manufacturers to return to work
Manufacturers have welcomed the Government’s recent announcement to encourage those manufacturers who have not continued to operate to return to business. The advice comes after confirmation that the UK was now through the peak of this pandemic.
The changing landscape for women in engineering
The growth of the engineering industry has seen the UK workplace become more diverse – it is clear to see that attitudes are changing in the industry as more and more women opt for a career in the engineering sector.
BPMA members support COVID-19 fightback
During these extraordinary times and amidst the worry and difficulties faced by families and businesses across the world, we are witnessing some remarkable enterprise, generosity and selfless commitment.
Ambitious growth plans
MP Filtri UK says its new appointments will aid its ambitious growth plans The company has appointed Geoff Carson as its new product applications manager. Taking on a new role for the company, Carson will work on developing new products, opening up previously untapped markets, and promoting MP Filtri’s range of Tailored Engineering Design solutions.
Academy sets engineering challenges children can do at home
The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched a new Engineers in the Making competition for school children aged 7 to 14, across the UK. The Academy is looking for budding engineers to take on challenges and show off their creativity, imagination and problem-solving skills.
BFPA Training has gone online
Due to the current restrictions on working conditions the BFPA has taken a look at its existing training courses and designed and launched two short online courses that can be delivered to everyone with access to a media device, be it a laptop, iphone / android mobile telephone etc.
Bürkert delivers savings and efficiency for new life science
Creating a new hygienic production facility that includes ATEX zone 1 areas is a complex task, especially when the facility will need over 1400 control valves. Hygienic process systems specialist Briggs of Burton PLC called in Bürkert to help deliver a large-scale manufacturing facility for a Life Sciences company Purolite.
New apprenticeship standard
The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) is now in the final stages of developing its apprenticeship standard for a Compressed Air and Vacuum Technician (CAVT). Following industry-wide consultation and approval from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), the end-point assessment plan is now being drafted.
Lockdown game changer for engineering
Engineers at Enginuity, (formerly Semta) supported by The Princes Trust, are harnessing the power of gaming to identify talent via a non-academic route that can power the nation’s economic recovery when the lockdown is lifted.
Don't put next generation of talent on lockdown
Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation, is urging engineering and manufacturing employers not to delay their apprentice recruitment plans, as it has over 2,000 young people in its talent pool looking for apprenticeship opportunities.
BPMA announces online Pump Engineering Forum
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA)has announced the launch of a brand-new standalone Pump Engineering Forum. Aimed at plant, process and maintenance engineers, consultants and buyers within end-user industries, along with pump manufacturers and distributors around the world, this dedicated online forum will build into a comprehensive repository of pump selection, installation, and application information.
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