INDUSTRY UPDATE Saniflo UK cyclists
complete epic London-to- Paris cycle challenge for Cancer Research UK
n a remarkable show of solidarity and determination, Saniflo staff members completed a 240-mile cycling journey from London to the global headquarters of SFA Group, near the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris. The challenge to raise money for Cancer Research UK began on September 2nd, 2024, and took four days to complete. The cycle challenge has become an annual pilgrimage for the Saniflo team, with six successful bike rides from London to Paris completed and tens of thousands of pounds raised for Cancer Research UK.
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The cyclists, including retired Managing Director Tim Pestell, Louise Gibson, Scott Taylor, Nick Quartarone, and colleagues from SFA Saniflo in the Netherlands – Giel Klinkers and Alex Markus – powered through the demanding ride with grit and camaraderie. Jason Barnes followed the team in a support vehicle, ensuring equipment and supplies were available throughout the trip.
Worktop Fabricators Federation members NSS welcomes HSE scientists to discuss dust-risk best practice
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ong-time WFF Members Natural Stone Surfaces invited a team of scientists and specialists from the Health & Safety Executive to their head office in Chapel-en-le-Frith last month. Their goal: to explore the latest thinking about dust suppression and discuss the art of the possible when it comes to keeping workers safe.
Susan Hambling, Peter Stacey and John Saunders from the HSE’s Buxton laboratories were taken down the line by NSS Operations Director Dave Roy, and introduced to everything from the BACA fully automated robotic saw jet and Breton Combi Cutting line to the water-suppressed hand-finishing operations.
Mr Roy explained the factory already operates at well less than half the statutory Workplace Exposure Limit. But NSS is always looking at ways to improve the environment still further. So much of the conversation involved the specialists’ experience in other industries which have deployed novel dust-suppression technologies using micro-vapour water fogging – the latest production-line innovation under consideration at NSS. “We have been wet-polishing and wet-finishing for years,” said Mr Roy. “And it was instructive to hear the HSE specialists’ comments on this less- automated area of our production line.
“It’s clear from their experience that dry fogging has made a real difference in other industries – albeit mostly dry-dust processes in brickworks and waste transfer stations. I think everyone agreed it would be useful for us to jointly observe what difference it might make on an existing wet-working line. I look forward to further engagement in the near future.”
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This year’s challenge follows a similar ride completed by the Saniflo UK team last year, which raised £10,000 for Cancer Research UK. With cancer affecting so many lives within the Saniflo family, either directly or through loved ones, the team is once again aiming to raise at least £10,000 to contribute to the fight against this devastating disease. Speaking on behalf of the team, Saniflo UK Marketing Manager Amanda Mills said: “All of us, in one way or another, have been touched by the dreadful impact of cancer. At Saniflo, we’ve witnessed its toll on colleagues and their families. We are proud to be part of this journey to support Cancer Research UK and hope to make a meaningful contribution to their ongoing efforts to find a cure.”
The team would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated so far to this year’s pot, which currently stands at almost £9000, and to those who cheered them on throughout their journey. Your support is invaluable and is helping make a difference in the battle against cancer.
The Saniflo team is still welcoming donations for Cancer Research UK via
https://www.saniflo.co.uk/blog/saniflo-cycles-to-paris-cancer-research-uk- fundraiser-2024-n178
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