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llsworth Adhesives Europe, a leading distributor of adhesives, specialty chemicals


and adhesive dispensing equipment, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Irish division. Across Europe, Ellsworth Adhesives has


increased its footprint by opening branches in the UK, Spain, France, Scandinavia, Poland, and Germany. Ellsworth Adhesives Ireland joins these regional


locations with a new office based in Cork, South West Ireland. This provides a physical entity to allow the distributor to operate within Ireland and potentially mitigate any risk following the departure of the UK from the European Union. The distributor has already enjoyed success


within the territory; however, the addition of this new facility will provide customers with a direct and immediate point of contact. Ellsworth Adhesives Ireland will strive to provide customers with local technical support, product guidance and delivery options, all of which are of heightened importance during these current uncertain times.


ELLSWORTH ADHESIVES EUROPE EXPAND BUSINESS WITH NEW IRISH DIVISION Ensuring it is well positioned to serve Ireland,


Ellsworth have appointed a dedicated Sales Manager for the region. Ciarán Walsh has over thirty years’ experience working in the laboratory supply, chemical and adhesive industries, with his most recent role as managing director/regional sales director with Dymax Engineering Adhesives Ireland Ltd. Walsh will report directly to John Henderson,


managing director of Ellsworth Adhesives Europe, who comments: “Whilst we already have a strong presence in Ireland, we are confident that the addition of this new division will allow us to attract an even wider customer base in the area. Walsh's wealth of knowledge and experience


will allow him to align our product range closely with the needs of the Irish market and ensure a smooth transition into this new venture.” Additionally, a dedicated website for Ireland has


been commissioned. The new website adopts the same theme and attributes as the European master site, allowing users to browse the vast


IRISH PPE SUPPLIER WARNS OF RISKS OF SUB-STANDARD PRODUCTS ENTERING THE MARKET L


ennox, Ireland’s longest established supplier of personal protective equipment (PPE) and laboratory safety equipment, has warned of


the risk of ineffectual PPE, as employers prepare resources for employees returning to the workplace. Leslie Brett, managing director of Lennox, said: “Many may not be aware


of the rigorous standards to assure customers of the quality of PPE and now, more than ever, it is vital that those standards are met. At the moment, we are consistently finding and rejecting PPE products that do not reach those standards – from misleading or missing labels on products such as hand sanitiser to inadequately-certified masks. “We have been supplying PPE to the private and public sectors for almost


100 years. Our PPE is in strict compliance with European Quality Standards and government guidance, and is used by frontline health workers, the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation, An Garda Síochána and the Department of Justice and Equality, among others.” In response to demand from corporate customers planning their


employees’ return to work, Lennox has launched its Safe at Work employee PPE kits and the company is mobilised to produce up to 100,000 kits per week. Over the last two years, Lennox has made an investment of approximately €2,000,000 in increasing its warehousing, output capacity and logistics fleet. The company is now best placed to deliver a reliable national supply of properly-vetted quality PPE to Irish businesses. The company has also committed to donating ten customised kits for every 200 ordered to the Capuchin Day Centre for Homeless People until 1st August 2020. Brett added: “As we prepare for the easing of lockdown restrictions, it is


more important than ever that PPE is vetted properly by those with the correct experience and technical knowledge – those who know what background documentation to look for and what raw materials should be used. We are working closely with employers to make sure they are sourcing


NEW DATES FOR MED-TECH INNOVATION EXPO W


ith global concern regarding the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19)


escalating, and after monitoring the situation closely and consulting with exhibitors and partners Rapid News Group have determined that it is in the best interest of all parties to postpone their Med- Tech Innovation Expo, to 29 June - 30 June 2021. The latest developments have significantly increased the concerns of participating


companies about the health of their employees. Rapid News Group has the same concerns, having health and safety of their exhibitors, visitors, partners and staff as a number one priority. Therefore working in conjunction with the


NEC and in close consultation with their exhibitors and partners, Rapid News Group have rescheduled to 29-30 June 2021 and are confident that these new dates will deliver an excellent alternative timing, offering clarity to


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exhibitors and visitors. Med-Tech Innovation Expo will now run


alongside Rapid News Group's other highly successful industrial events, Interplas, The UK's No.1 Plastics show and TCT 3Sixty, the UK's event for 3D Printing & Additive Intelligence. Duncan Wood, CEO Rapid News Group


comments: "We are grateful that given the current situation everyone involved has understood and supported our decision." www.med-techexpo.com


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from trusted suppliers and will advise on the training of employees about correct usage.” Commenting on the company’s Safe at Work kits, Brett said: “Our


Quality, Scientific, Technical and Procurement teams have been hard at work, leveraging our Irish and international supply chain and our years of experience to source the highest quality of PPE for our customers. “To ensure effectiveness, easy-to-follow instructions on handwashing


and the correct use of masks and gloves will be shared both in the kits and across our digital platforms. We also have a dedicated customer care line so that we can provide businesses with a tailored assessment and recommend the appropriate PPE for their specific requirements. Ultimately, we want Irish businesses to have the correct toolkits in place so that Ireland can get safely back to work.” The customisable kits include hand sanitiser, disposable and reusable


masks, gloves, hand cream, and computer screen wipes. More details can be found here: www.lennox.ie/safeatwork


product range and request a quote with ease. Featuring a mobile-friendly design and packed


full of product guides and literature, the Ellsworth Adhesives Ireland site is an invaluable resource for both new and experienced customers. For more information, visit www.ellsworthadhesives.ie


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