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NEWS GAS ANALYSIS CENTRE


and manufacturing resources for sensor, mechanical, electronics and software design for the company’s gas analysis portfolio. Spurred by demand to reduce the environmental impact of industrial process facilities, the new gas analysis solutions centre will produce more than 10 different sensing technologies that can measure over 60 different gas components, delivering on Emerson’s commitment to supporting customers’ decarbonisation efforts. As a global hub for the production and


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distribution of gas sensing technologies, the 62,000-square-foot facility will engineer and manufacture Emerson’s Rosemount continuous gas analysers and gas chromatographs, which are used to improve emissions monitoring, plant safety, quality control and operational efficiency. These tools are critical to helping process plants meet increasingly stringent environmental regulations, as well as reducing waste and scrappage to foster sustainability. “The mission of our new gas analysis solutions


centre is to support industrial manufacturers in achieving their decarbonisation and environmental sustainability goals, including the deployment of low-carbon fuels and power sources, reducing emissions and decreasing waste,” said Jon Stokes, group president of Emerson’s measurement solutions business. “It’s the latest addition to our investment in innovation that will help to achieve a more sustainable future.” The centre includes a training space and


offers training options for customers, including classroom, on-site and web-based courses. It is certified by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and complements Emerson’s global network of facilities certified by ISO standards for quality, occupational health and safety, and environmental management systems. The facility is also equipped with a gas


extraction system, an environmental chamber and external gas storage to facilitate gas analyser testing and application research and development. Combined with calibration capabilities, a dedicated area for performing factory acceptance testing, and a customer collaboration space, these capabilities will help assure product performance and integrity and streamline the customer experience. Emerson.com/RosemountGasAnalysis


merson has announced the opening of a facility in Cumbernauld, Scotland, equipped with engineering, development


MANY INDUSTRIAL COMPANIES NOT PREPARED FOR DIGITAL


business strategy, many industrial process organisations are still not ready. This finding was part of a study conducted


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to better understand the pain points and specific challenges faced by companies in the process industry when embarking on their digital journeys. Over three-quarters (78%) of respondents


to the survey, which focused on the efficacy of distributed control systems (DCS), stated they are actively deploying digital transformation initiatives at one or more facility. However, just over half (55%) are only ‘somewhat equipped’ to effectively carry out these activities. This deficit poses a huge challenge, as almost all organisations (94%) expect that digital transformation will have a significant impact on their operations over the next two to three years. The research surveyed hundreds of


buyers and end users across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, in six industries: water, chemicals, oil & gas, refining, pulp & paper, and power generation. A full 88% of respondents said their control


vendor’s expertise to support DCS upgrades or modernisation was excellent. Despite this confidence in vendor support, customers identified three top qualities they are looking for in control vendors to improve their DCS: • Better system performance and


functionality • Greater system integration capabilities • Proven return on investment Implementing advanced DCS solutions,


such as Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS process automation system, is high on the agendas of many organisations. This DCS, in particular, supports industrial


ew research from Schneider Electric and Omdia has found that while digital transformation is critical to


processes and plants to deliver safe and measurable operation and profitability improvements, enabling 100% return on investment in less than a year. The study also found that more


collaboration between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) is needed for successful digital transformation. The research showed OT and IT departments collaborate most in addressing enterprise IT issues and collaborate least on network security strategy and oversight. Meanwhile, the top three areas with the most influence over defining control system digital transformation specifications are IT, corporate, and production/manufacturing. According to the report, open automation


and interoperable architectures associated with distributed control systems are considered ‘relatively important’ when implementing new technologies or working with new vendors. Improved scalability – a key value of an


interoperable architecture – ranked third among the most important influences towards implementing control system digital technologies. Plus, open ecosystems ranked as ‘very important’ to 88% of respondents when selecting control system vendors. “With EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS, which


features built-in flexibility and scalability, organisations can harness future-proofed technology that preserves investments, and measures and controls every point of the process consistent with their overall business objectives,” emphasised Michael Martinez, EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS Leader, Schneider Electric. “Only with these capabilities will buyers and end users enjoy the foundation for an effective digital transformation.” www.se.com


BRAMMER BUCK & HICKMAN CHANGES NAME TO RUBIX


change marks a significant moment in the company’s development. The name ‘Rubix’ signifies problem-solving,


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and more specifically, the creative and human approach that the business adopts to tackle its customers’ challenges. It is a name that describes perfectly the company’s approach to delivering its multi- specialist expertise. Rubix customers will begin to see the Rubix


name and brand appear across all branches and customer Insite locations across the UK, as well as at its technical competency centres, and the national distribution centre in Wolverhampton. Rubix is Europe’s leading distributor of


industrial supplies, services and solutions. The UK business is supported by more than 8,000 makers and doers, each equipped with the specialist knowledge and technical expertise


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rammer Buck & Hickman is changing its name to ‘Rubix’. It has been part of the Rubix Group since 2018 and the name-


to keep their customers’ businesses moving forwards. Vince McGurk, CEO of Rubix in the UK,


Ireland & Iceland said: “This is, of course, a nostalgic time for everyone who has been a part of Brammer Buck & Hickman’s journey. With a history of more than 100 years, we are incredibly proud of the brand’s heritage and the experience and quality of the people that helped to build, protect and enhance it. “But it’s important to confirm and reassure


that the business is growing and evolving alongside our customers and their needs. As the UK’s number one multi-specialist distributor of industrial supplies and services, they rely on us every single day. “The Brammer Buck & Hickman name may


have changed, but our customers can expect the same high levels of service they have always received while continuing to benefit from the Group’s range and availability of products and services.” uk.rubix.com


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