MAY 2015 CONTENTS
COVER STORY 06
PUSH-FIT TECHNOLOGY Pioneering evolution for industry
BOILERS, PUMPS & VALVES
Multiple small hot water boilers are providing an AD plant with spare capacity during maintenance
COMPRESSED AIR
8
Huge changes can be expected for industry with the forthcoming Energy-related Products Directive
MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT
12
A flexible cylinder hone allows industrial equipment manufacturers to save on replacement parts
18
Push-fit technology
Over 40 years ago a sophisticated piece of technology was developed to address the needs of the construction industry: the invention of the plastic push-fit concept from John Guest
NEWS
4. Manufacturing skills shortage presents significant challenge for Government
FEATURES Boilers, Pumps & Valves
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8. Multiple small hot water boilers are providing an AD plant with spare capacity during scheduled maintenance or in the event of one of them malfunctioning
10. Although the long-term trend for energy prices is still upward it will not necessarily impact upon factory gate prices for goods
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feeditor@datateam.co.uk Compressed Air
12. Though the exact details of the forthcoming ErP still need to be ironed out huge changes to the compressed air industry can be expected
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14. Easy to overlook the expenses that come with ownership, Mark Whitmore discusses how better care and maintenance can lead to a longer and less costly compressor life
Maintenance Management
16. Given the importance of safety and transparency regarding lifting equipment Konecranes has appointed a dedicated UK consultancy service manager to help implement its offering
18. A flexible cylinder hone allows industrial equipment manufacturers to salvage damaged machinery, saving thousands of pounds on replacement parts
HVAC
20. Before deciding whether to replace or upgrade an industrial boiler it is important to carry out a detailed site survey
Tools & Tooling
22. A tool vending solution is reducing usage of consumable maintenance, repair and overhaul products by 25-40% for a customer while reducing time spent locating and ordering items
SHOW PREVIEWS Facilities Show 2015
19. Streamlined energy logging tool; washroom water management; and intuitive desk booking software
Safety & Health Expo 2015
24. Fast logout/tagout implementation; first aid, fire and spill responder units; handheld EMF instruments and personal safety monitors
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