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Snickers FLEXIWork Jackets for Superior Freedom of Movement Leaving you free to work better and move fast on site


NORD invests in new assembly plant and office in Mexico


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n the occasion of its tenth anniversary, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS S.A. de C.V. Mexico opened a


new, larger assembly plant and office in Huimilpan, in the state of Querétaro, Mexico. The new facility is one of five assembly centers of the international NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Group in North America. The grand opening was attended by 100 visitors, distributors, OEMs, logistics partners, and end users from all over the country. Jose Luis Aguilera, Secretary of Labor of the state of Querétaro, represented the state governor. Guests from NORD Gear Corporation, USA, and talks that covered topics such as future expansion plans for the Mexico and US operations, a growing presence in Latin America, and NORD's history both in Mexico and globally made this an event of truly global importance.


NORD Mexico has experienced


continuous growth, with a 70% sales increase since 2012 alone.


NORD  +49 45 32 / 2 89 -0  www.nord.com


features stretch fabrics and advanced body-mapping designs - just the job for the fast paced professional, who’s always delivering, always a step ahead. The FlexiWork Jackets are designed for ultimate flexibility and freedom of movement on site. There’s a selection of Stretch Jackets, Hoodies and Fleeces, plus a brand new Stretch Waterproof Shell Jacket. It’s a 3-layer waterproof jacket with taped seams to give great protection from the pouring rain. It’s engineered fit comes with pre- bent sleeves and mechanical stretch that combine to ensure optimal freedom of movement wherever you are. It also has 3-layer Cordura® reinforcements at the elbows for enhanced protection and durability


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plus YKK AquaGuard® Vislon 2-way zippers for extra flexibility and optimal weather protection. Snickers


 01484 854788  www.snickersworkwear.co.uk


Easy Integration with SICK’s Tamper-proof STR1 Safety Transponder S


he Snickers FLEXIWork range of clothes takes working comfort and flexibility to a whole new level.


This is advanced workwear that


ICK has launched the STR1, a Transponder Safety Switch that uses non-contact RFID technology to provide highly-reliable and tamper-proof personnel protection on removable guards to PLe/SIL3, with easy installation and safety system integration. The SICK STR1 can be installed individually or in series with up to 30 units, using T-junctions or the SICK Flexi Loop safety sensor cascade whilst still achieving PLe (EN ISO 13849) and SIL3 (IEC62061).


“Two big challenges with non-contact safety switches on removable guards are the mounting requirements and their susceptibility to tampering,” explains SICK’s UK Safety Specialist and FS Engineer (TUV Rheinland #13017/16) Dr Martin Kidman. “Large door offset tolerances and high levels of shock and vibration cause reliability issues. Additionally, the temptation for operators to defeat the guard because of piece-working or a lack of special modes of operation, for example, makes manipulation a huge problem.”


SICK (UK) Ltd  01727 831121  www.sick.co.uk Union cook up a storm at Great British baker Now, thanks to Union’s high speed doors, the company has reduced energy


costs, ice build-up around the freezer openings and eliminated downtime that was associated with repairs of the previous solution. Opening at approximately 1.6 metres per second, the Eiger Door closes automatically after a short dwell time, which allows for continuous traffic flow without compromising freezer temperature, which needs to remain at a constant -25°c.


Union’s Eiger Door utilises its fast operation, along with its innovative and patented dehumidification process to reduce moisture ingress into the freezers, preventing ice build-up on the door blade, frame and workings ensuring correct and effective door operation. At the same time, energy is saved due to reduced moisture ingress into the freezers, meaning better efficiency of the refrigeration system and less defrost cycles required. In common with other doors in the range, the Eiger Door also features Union’s highly-regarded ‘Crash-Out and Auto-Reset’ damage protection facility guaranteeing it will remain operable even if the heavy duty steel composite bottom beam is hit by a vehicle.


Established in 1931, Bells Food Group manufactures 60 tonnes of pastry per week & 30 million pies per annum delivering pastry and pies to every corner of the UK and meeting the needs of commercial and domestic customers. Steve Moultrie, Technical Sales Engineer at Union Industries, said: “Our Eiger Doors have become synonymous with the food manufacturing sector and have supported the operations of well-known companies throughout the UK and Europe. It was the first successful automatic, rapid roll freezer door on the market and its effectiveness and reliability remain unrivalled.” Paul Griffiths, Operations Director at Bell Food Group,


said: “Union


nion Industries has helped a Great British Baker perfect its pies & pastry by installing three of its innovative Eiger Freezer Doors, which will improve the efficiency of its cold stores. Bells Food Group, the Scottish food manufacturer, required a replacement for


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its traditional sliding insulated door and air-curtain combination, which incurred expensive maintenance and running costs respectively.


Industries’ doors have helped us to streamline our operations by making it quicker and easier to access our cold store and chilled areas. This has eliminated the time taken to slide our old doors open, which also allows us to maintain a consistent temperature.”


Union Industries  0113 244 8393  www.unionindustries.co.uk


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