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WHAT’S NEW SPONSORED BY New Intesis gateway makes communication between PROFINET and BACnet easy


MS Networks announces a new Intesis™ protocol translator for communication between PROFINET PLCs on factory floors and Building Management Systems with BACnet IP/MSTP. With this,


full data integration, monitoring, and control is enabled between factory floors and building facilities.


Key objectives can be achieved with factorytobuilding communication In factories, it is essential that environmental dimensions such as temperature, humidity, and air quality are controlled and monitored automatically to ensure optimal conditions for manufacturing and working staff. And, by ensuring efficient control of facilities such as HVAC and lighting systems, factory owners can save a lot of energy and manage emergency situations in a safe way. However, when system integrators plan for factorytobuilding


integration, they normally face a heterogeneous and challenging communication situation. BACnet is typically the protocol used in the Building Management System (BMS) to control the facilities inside the building, and PROFINET is one of the most used factory networks for controlling production processes.


Communication enabled with certified Intesis PROFINET  BACnet gateway Focusing on this situation, the new Intesis PROFINET  BACnet IP/MSTP protocol translator from HMS Networks is a costeffective and easyto install gateway solution that offers bidirectional communication between PROFINET PLCs and BACnet controllers. Able to connect up to 1200 data points, the gateway is BACnet IP/MSTP server/slave on one side and PROFINET I/O device on the other, featuring independent Ethernet ports. The gateway has been BTL certified for BACnet and carries the UL mark in order to guarantee the highest communication and quality standards.


Solventfree coatings create durable antislip surfaces


LOCTITE® PC 6315 and LOCTITE PC 6262 and both create an antislip coating on concrete, asphalt, wood, ceramic, fibreglass and metal surfaces. The solventfree formulation of LOCTITE PC


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6315 not only makes it suitable for use across industry but also in odour sensitive environments such as wineries, food processing facilities, hospitals and other confined areas. It is an extremely durable product that can withstand heavy vehicular traffic. This twopart, black, epoxy is fire retardant when cured and resistant to


most acids, alkalis, solvents, grease, oil, salt water, detergents, alcohol, petrol, jet fuels and hydraulic acids.


It is typically applied, with roller or


trowel, to create a textured surface. LOCTITE PC 6261 is a singlepart epoxy, primarily designed for application


in areas of high pedestrian footfall or light rolling traffic. It too is fire retardant when cured and resists petrol, oil, acids, alkalis and aliphatic solvents. Available in safety yellow or grey, the product can be applied by roller to create a ridged profile or sprayed for a more uniform appearance. Typical applications for both products include concrete and steel ramps,


walkways, locker rooms, loading bays, marine environments, machine shops, assembly areas and stairs. They are suitable for use in dry service temperatures from 29°C to +60°C.


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o help reduce slips and falls in the workplace, Henkel has added two new products to its coatings range. They are


Thanks to its strategic placement between the factory and building


systems, the gateway becomes an enabler of very interesting applications such as energy metering of devices and machines in the factory from the BACnetbased BMS system, HVAC monitoring, and control from the PROFINET PLC, as well as easy alarm definition and management.


Easy configuration and integration process using Intesis MAPS Intesis MAPS, the common configuration tool for all Intesis protocol translators, offers a very intuitive configuration process for system integrators covering both sides of the gateway. MAPS help integrators further in their projects by providing valuable EDE files for the BACnet integration, as well as GSD files and TIA portal TAG files for fast configuration of any connected PROFINET PLC controller.


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Flexenergy pipe network optimises heating system for homeless


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former office building in York is benefiting from ultra thermally efficient pipe


technology for heating and hot water from specialist provider Flexenergy. James House has been converted


from an office block to 57 apartments over two blocks which provide short term/temporary emergency accommodation for the homeless in York. The apartments comprise one,


two and three bedroom units for families, couples and single people. Flexenergy supplied 50 metres of 90mm preinsulated polybutylene pipe


and 100 metres of 75mm pipe to distribute hot water from a centralised energy centre to the apartment blocks. Two pairs of 75mm VFlex valves were also installed, one pair for each block, to enable sections of the heat network to be isolated for maintenance or future expansion. Flexenergy also supplied bespoke fabrications for tees at building entry points. The groundworks for this particular project needed very careful


planning as the site was congested with drainage and electrical service trenches, as well as trenches for the heating and hot water pipe work. However, the flexible nature of the pipe provided by Flexenergy overcame any issues and was easy to install.


www.flexenergy.co.uk New insect prevention air curtain J


S Air Curtains is launching a new air curtain, the Fly, specially designed for insect control. It is a hygienic alternative to plastic strip or chain link curtains, as it removes any potential for COVID19 cross


surface contamination. By creating a highvelocity air barrier across a doorway, flying insects


are prevented from entering food preparation areas in butcher shops, supermarkets, hospitals and nursing homes, as well as food production premises. This allows doors to remain open, further reducing the risk of surface contamination through staff or customers needing to touch doors or handles. Suitable for installation directly above a doorway, it is offered in five


lengths from one to three metres and in four different power outputs to protect doorways up to four metres high. Fly air curtains should always by fitted to completely cover the entire entrance with a barrier of air, thus preventing any gaps that might allow insects to enter. Adjustable aluminium aerofoil shaped air blades can direct the airstream to create a tight seal across an entrance. Made in galvanized steel plate it comes in white RAL9016 as standard


with other colours or stainless steel options are available on request. Low noise and energy efficient doubleinlet centrifugal fans provide


fivespeed operation and are driven by an external rotor motor with a builtin thermal protection contact. The large perforated inlet grille is easy to clean and maintain. The air curtain comes with a handheld auto controller, designed for


easy and quick plug and play connection, with up to 10 metres of RJ45 cable. A magnetic door contact is also included to activate the unit whenever the door is opened and deactivate when closed. An optional advanced “Clever controller”, with BMS connectivity using Modbus RTU, is also available.


Zehnder Group UK enhances


first time the products, manufactured by Zehnder Italy, have been made available within the UK marketplace. ComfoPost is an air to water exchanger used with ComfoWell air


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distribution connections. The ComfoWell connections allow for selection flexibility, offering a range of rigid circular ductwork or Zehnder ComfoTube semirigid ductwork to attach. ComfoPost is for use with ComfoAir Q, integrating well with its features such as constant volume motors. ComfoPost  suitable for Passive House application  is available in


a variety of sizes to heat or cool the air supplied by the Zehnder ventilation system.


The models available are: • ComfoPost CW6 posttreatment battery for heating and cooling with an airflow up to 300m3/h


• ComfoPost CW8 posttreatment battery for heating and cooling with an airflow up to 400m3/h


• ComfoPost CW10 posttreatment battery for heating and cooling with an airflow up to 500m3/h


• ComfoPost CW12 posttreatment battery for heating and cooling with an airflow up to 600m3/h


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ehnder Group UK, the innovative indoor climate solutions specialist, has further strengthened its extensive cooling portfolio with the launch of the ComfoPost range. This is the


cooling portfolio with ComfoPost launch The range  which combines air


temperation, ventilation, heat recovery and fresh air filtration all in one  is ideal for use with reversible heat pumps or chillers to meet SAP 10 or TM59 overheating demands. Features and benefits include low pressure losses and a filtered


fresh air supply (not recycled stale air), whilst each model is suitable for use with the unique modular ComfoWell manifolds. They incorporate a condensation water tray and drain as standard and are corrosion resistant. Rupert Kazlauciunas, Technical Product Manager, Ventilation


products and systems, at Zehnder Group UK, said: “We have expanded our portfolio in order to provide more choice and convenience to those mechanical consultants working on inner city regeneration and buildtorent projects, as well as housing associations and those developers overseeing residential city centre developments including student accommodation. “Achieving improved comfort levels in our warming climate, is a


key requirement now and Zehnder remains committed to providing our customers with a growing range of products, as part of our mission to help optimise and modernise their ventilation strategies.”


www.zehnder.co.uk L As well as insects, the Fly air curtain can also discourage rodents from


entering an entrance. Research has shown that rats, mice and other furry intruders do not like the sensation an air curtain creates on their fur and will avoid passing under a fast moving barrier of air. Dust, pollen and airborne pollutants are also minimised, to help maintain a safe and healthy indoor environment. JS Air Curtains, the UK’s leading air curtain specialist provide expert advice


and supply an extensive range of air curtains for all commercial and industrial applications. You can find out more by visiting the company’s website.


www.jsaircurtains.com Nicotra Gebhardt PFP (EC)


plug fan is ideal solution for mediumpressure applications


eading fan manufacturer Nicotra Gebhardt has extended its PFP plug fan offering with the


introduction of a new 4.1kW external rotor motor. This new addition extends the range to cover motors from 1kW to 4kW with impeller sizes from 280mm to 630mm. The PFP, a compact EC plug fan,


combines Nicotra Gebhardt’s efficient and highly configurable control platform with outstanding aerodynamics, making it the ideal solution for mediumpressure applications around 1000Pa. Featuring a lightweight, highefficiency aluminum impeller, the PFP delivers efficiency gains due to reduced motor influence and low interference loss within the fan enclosure. Greg Llewellyn, Managing Director for Nicotra Gebhardt UK said “The


addition of this new motor size extends our lightweight plug fan range, the next step will be to add higher motor powers and larger impeller sizes to give customers more alternatives to our already strong lineup of high efficiency fans. Whatever the type of fan; forward or backward curved, plenum or scroll fan, or indeed whatever application, we can provide our customers with the right solution.”


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