British Compressed Air Society appoints new Policy and Membership Officer

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Jen Kershaw to the new position of Policy and Membership Officer.

Jen joins the society with more than a decade’s experience in the compressed air industry gained in a range of customer support and sales roles and will be working directly with BCAS members to further enhance the range of services provided.

In the role, Jen will have two primary functions. One of these is to drive member engagement and satisfaction to ensure that value is continued to be delivered from membership of the society.

Jen’s other role will be to work on policy to influence legislation and regulation at a strategic level in the new landscape, post Brexit. 

She will work with other industry groups and BCAS partners to help influence and lobby for regulatory improvement, which will help drive change and ensure the compressed air industry continues to have a strong voice.

Commenting on the new position, Jen said:

“I have worked in the industry for many years, both directly for compressed air manufacturers including Ingersoll Rand and Atlas Copco and in distribution, including MultiAir UK & Ireland and more recently, Pennine Pneumatic Services. 

“I have seen first-hand the benefits that membership of BCAS can bring, but many members are not aware of the full range of services that are available to them.  This includes not only the technical and legislative advice and the specialist industry training that the society is renowned for, but a comprehensive range of business services too, including HR, health and safety, legal and tax support.

“As a BCAS member, you are part of a network of like-minded businesses and air users that want to be compliant with the latest legislation and operate safely and efficiently.  Through face-to-face meetings and more regular feedback, I’m looking forward to speaking to more members directly to understand how the society can help their businesses to grow and succeed.”

Vanda Jones, BCAS Executive Director added:

“We are delighted to welcome Jen to the team.  She brings a wealth of experience in customer-focused roles and will be a real asset in helping us to reach more members and help influence the future direction of the society. 

“The feedback we receive will help to shape, formulate and revise UK directives and regulations, through to delivering specific member benefits and training courses that our members need to deliver their services safely and efficiently.”

Climate challenges boost Hart

A ferry ride across Hong Kong’s harbour in the early stages of a typhoon caused Doug Hart, chairman, Hart Industrial Doors, to pause – just what sort of technology would be needed to create a secure, protective, shutter that could withstand the full impact of a typhoon he asked himself writes Chris Dobson.

Research shows that typhoons and their sister storm, the hurricane could generate wind well in excess of 100 mph, enough at sustained levels to break any known shutter system.

“The issues when faced with such violence is to secure buildings and potential weak areas such as loading bays and other access points. We were dealing with exceptional weather up to the super typhoon level. The power would break a standard shutter system,” says Mr Hart.

Encouraged by Hart’s Hong Kong partner, Hart’s team re-worked on its existing Terror Screen, which is a large and heavy security shutter that offers protection for up to 20 minutes against cutting, drilling, crowbars and axes due to its exceptional robustness, to create Hart’s typhoon shutter, many of which are now in service.

The development of this super shutter is timely given climate change and the likelihood of increasing storms. Indeed the UK was hit by several storms in quick succession starting with Arwen last November with sustained strong winds generating gusts up to 110 mph. The devastation was considerable with evidence of damage to forests and property large-scale and still evident today.

With climate change the culprit  there is a rush to minimise the impact of fossil fuels by accelerating the transition to clean energy. One hundred nations pledged to end deforestation by 2030 at the recent COP but record numbers of trees have been recently plundered from Brazil’s part of the Amazon.

Despite best intentions therefore, climate change is going to rumble on. How does this global conversation impact on the mere mortal living, for example, in North East England? The late storms of 2021, which continued into 2022 have already been referred to. But with damaging storms likely to be a feature of our weather pattern it is best to be prepared.

The initial Hong Kong experience has been an opportunity for Hart to develop a very strong shutter system drawing on its experience with the Typhoon shutter which is proven to be able to withstand violent storms. With more storms of the Arwen strength forecast, a high-performance roller shutter which is a wind-resistant, robust and electrically operated roller shutter system is essential.

Perfect for high security in areas exposed to extreme winds from major storms and it complies with the current British and EEC safety regulations. Further during its development Hart third party tested the shutter which revealed it could withstand various high-pressure levels up to 4000 pascals. 

As a brand it is a perfect match for Hart’s Speedor range of high-speed, automatic doors. Just as the Typhoon shutter is about strength and protection, Speedor is about high-speed and frequent use in high-traffic situations, improving working conditions and saving energy. 

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Tractebel obtains its first global EDGE Assess certification

Tractebel begins its gender equity journey with EDGE Assess certification 

Tractebel, the global engineering company delivering game-changing solutions for a carbon-neutral future, has become EDGE Assess certified, becoming the first organization within the multi-utilities industry to obtain a global EDGE Assess certification confirming its commitment to workplace gender equity. 

EDGE is the leading global assessment and business certification for gender and intersectional equity. The certification process involves a rigorous third-party review of representation across the pipeline, pay equity, effectiveness of policies and practices, and inclusiveness of an organization’s culture. As an integral part of the assessment, statistical data is analysed, policies and practices are reviewed and employees receive a comprehensive survey to assess perceptions of career development opportunities in the workplace.

EDGE’s assessment has highlighted a certain number of common denominators but also important local specificities across the different countries of operation of the company. Tractebel France has a solid framework of policies and practices in equal pay for equivalent work and flexible working. Similarly, when it comes to inclusivity both male and female employees in Belgium, Brazil, France, Germany and India, perceive Tractebel to provide equal opportunities to be hired and they would also recommend it as an employer to both male and female friends to work for the organization. 

Across countries of operation, employees of both genders believe that gender equity is important for the organization to remain competitive in the market. Furthermore, men and women are given equal access to leadership development opportunities, a crucial element needed for a journey towards gender equity in the workplace. 

With their EDGE action plan, Tractebel aims to improve gender balance and inclusion across all levels of responsibility, through a focused approach in terms of hiring, promotion/development, and retention rates across the pipeline.

Aniela Unguresan, Founder of EDGE Certified Foundation, says that EDGE Assess global certification marks a strong start: “Tractebel proudly joins the other companies of the ENGIE Group - ENGIE Brasil Participações and ENGIE Impact - which are currently certified at EDGE Assess level, on the EDGE accelerated path towards workplace gender equity. Their EDGE Certification will enable the company to successfully contribute to ENGIE Group’s Fifty-Fifty Programme, which aims to accelerate inclusion at the Group level and create the necessary conditions to achieve gender parity in managerial positions by 2030.”

“I am proud to announce that our Tractebel headquarters in five countries – Belgium, Brazil, Germany, India and France – have all passed the external audit by SGS to achieve the first of three levels to EDGE certification, EDGE Assess, which demonstrates commitment to gender equity in the workplace. This first level officially recognizes our commitment and will be followed by a concrete action plan to increase gender balance and inclusion across all levels of responsibility. Why are we pursuing EDGE certification? Because diversity, including gender equity, is crucial to the success of any organization. It creates a more innovative and productive workforce, bringing a proven competitive edge. It’s also an increasingly deciding factor among stakeholders, clients, current and potential employees and the public. But it’s not just about the bottom line. Most importantly, in 2022 there is simply no room or reason for inequality of any kind in the workplace, or anywhere else. Looking forward to continuing the journey to EDGE certification!” says Karen Goovaerts, Tractebel Chief Human Resources, QHSSE and Communications Officer.

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Bostik presents details of new 2K cyanoacrylate prototype at in-adhesives symposium

Bostik’s Born2Bond™ R&D team has released details of a new cyanoacrylate-based adhesive prototype at the in-adhesives event, proving how products are being developed for a near-future that will see instant adhesives used for long-term critical applications such as those required in the automotive and electronics industry. 

In the presentation, ‘New n-Butyl cyanoacrylate-based adhesive to combine flexibility, humidity resistance and low CLP’, the Born2Bond™ R&D team revealed a new two-component (2K) solution that will deliver long-term durability. It will propel Born2Bond™’s instant adhesives’ use outside of repair and maintenance applications, into a solution that can be relied upon for longer-term, structural engineering use.  

This development has been achieved thanks to the use of n-Butyl cyanoacrylate (BuCa), a hydrophobic monomer that when properly formulated becomes a highly-flexible polymer, recognised as the main component of many existing instant medical grade adhesives.  

In addition to the automotive industry, other use cases will be in audio systems and wearable technology. The technology’s inherent flexible and hydrophobic qualities mean that bonding integrity is maintained even for applications where vibrating or humid environments are common, or for where impact and high levels of wear and tear are likely (such as mobile phones and smart watches). Whereas current flexible instant adhesives offer approximately 10% elongation, this new technology provides up to 100% elongation, ideal for applications that require flexing such as a tweeter found in a loudspeaker.  

During the presentation, the team demonstrated how the 2K solution will enable more engineers to realise the benefits of instant adhesives, including fast-curing (generally less than one minute, depending on the substrate and environmental conditions) which can vastly accelerate the manufacturing process, thereby increasing efficiencies and productivity. They also have the benefit of delivering higher quality achieved through precise dispensing and automated and reliable process control, and durability resulting in less product failure and replacement parts, furthering sustainability. 

The low-odor and low-blooming product will not carry hazard labels or CLP pictograms, enhancing working comfort and providing a more environmentally-friendly solution.  

Arnau Pejoan, Engineering Adhesives R&D Team Leader, who led the in-adhesives presentation says the development of a 2K solution will realise a new era for engineering adhesives: “It will fill a gap in the market, delivering a hybrid solution for engineers needing to utilise more efficient manufacturing processes, but also requiring impact resistant and flexible results that will remain stable over many years,” he says.  

“The product has been developed directly as a result of customer demand and feedback, and our team are proud to be working on a product that provides a genuinely unique proposition to the market.”  

Polivio Goncalves, Bostik’s Global Head for Engineering Adhesives, says it is a critical development for instant adhesives, and one borne out of a history of embedded in cyanoacrylate innovation: “Our parent company Arkema made a significant investment in CMC (Crackless Monomer Company) so we could accelerate the development and production of high value-added engineering adhesives. The investment complemented the acquisition of Afinitica in 2018, which saw the expansion of our range of instant engineering adhesives manufactured through the patented ‘crackless process’,” he explains.  

“It was these acquisitions, and the investment in dedicated expertise that has enabled us to develop this market-first solution.”  

The prototype is in the final stages of development and for businesses looking to become part of this innovative engineering adhesive solution, samples can be produced for customer testing. 

The hybrid in-adhesives event took place virtually and in-person in Munich, May 12-13 2022.    

Water jetting training boost aids safety and quality

Improvements to the way training is delivered promise to enhance the quality and safety of water jetting services across all industrial sectors in the United Kingdom.

The Water Jetting Association (WJA) is strengthening its mandatory refresher training by introducing a significant element of practical tuition.

It is also upgrading the way delegates attending the City & Guilds accredited courses are examined, with digital click pads that will ensure leaning can be more rigorously tested.

The WJA is also introducing a new workbook for its Safety Awareness course that improves engagement and provides delegates with a reference guide.

WJA Training and Safety Committee Chairman Darren Hamilton said: “We’re always looking to improve our training. These changes reflect the vision of our committee has to improve outcomes for delegates, contractors and their customers.

“Ultimately, by upgrading our courses in this way, making them as up-to-date as possible, with the most relevant content and learning techniques, we will improve the quality and safety of water jetting, which is our ultimate aim.”

The WJA is the membership organisation for the water jetting industry in the UK and is the largest provider of water jetting training. Courses are also delivered around the world, notably in the Middle East.

High and ultra-high pressure water jetting is a critical process for pipe and tank cleaning in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries.

It is also used for concrete hydrodemolition, surface preparation, drain and sewer cleaning, industrial cleaning, and material cutting.

To obtain their WJA cards and certificates, operatives must complete a two-stage training process.

First, they must pass the class-based one-day WJA Safety Awareness course. Then, they must complete at least one of four practical modules – Surface Preparation, Tube and Pipe Cleaning, Drain and Sewer, and Hydrodemolition.

Previously, refresher training involved passing the Safety Awareness course every three years. Now, a new refresher course has been created which is focused on practical training as well as health and safety.

Darren Hamilton said: “The new refresher process allows us to check that operatives are using the correct water jetting techniques and their skills are developing as we’d expect. We’ll also include regulation updates and technical changes introduced by the WJA.

“This is a more rounded approach designed to provide advantages for operatives, the companies they work for and their clients.”

The WJA is also improving learning testing by incorporating the CLiKAPAD digital audience response system within each course.

Instead of delegates being tested at the end of the course, they will use digital click pads to answer questions at set stages throughout the training. The responses are locked and the WJA instructor finds out who has passed or failed at the touch of a button at the end of the course.

“The system allows trainers to read out questions shown on screen, overcoming any potential reading difficulties operatives may have. And it provides for a more intensive and engaging learning process,” said Darren Hamilton.

The new Safety Awareness workbook, developed over two years, uses graphics and photographs to explained water jetting concepts, with sections delegates complete themselves during the course.

Once completed, operatives keep the workbook for future reference, allowing them to check what they have learned and see the progress they have made in their technical understanding.

In another development, the WJA is strengthening the verification process for those wanting to become WJA-approved training instructors.

In a new step, as well as completing a detailed form and being interviewed, they must agree to be audited as they give at least one of their first courses. As is currently the case, they must then be audited every three years.

www.waterjetting.org.uk

Halal certification for Ambersil's NSF 3H H1 and M1 products

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Ambersil has received halal certification on its complete NSF registered 3H, H1 and M1 products. With this certification, AMBERSIL wants to help customers in the Food & Beverages Industry to comply with the high standards of a fast-growing halal market.
 

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Halal Certified Products

Halal certification for NSF 1H, H1 and M1 registered products

AMBERSIL has chosen to certify its NSF 3H, H1 and M1 registered products as they are the products that are allowed to have contact (3H) or incidental contact (H1) with food or are used for food packaging (M1). This means that these products have the highest chance of coming into contact with food products which makes them the most important to be halal certified.; for peace of mind & audit compliance.

AMBERSIL as a partner for the food and beverage industry

Food & Beverages companies are requesting halal-certified maintenance products to be able to cater to the fast-growing halal market. Companies who previously did not serve customers that require halal certification are gaining market share, consolidating supply chains, and facing changing buyer behaviours so now require additional certifications and audit compliance. With halal certification of its most critical products, AMBERSIL want to help its customers to meet the requirements of proven halal compliance. 

Halal certification fits perfectly in AMBERSIL’s strategy of being a valued partner for the Food & Beverages industry and facilitating their maintenance work. With its FPS range, it offers its F&B clients a comprehensive range of NSF registered maintenance products with the following features:

  • All H1 aerosols are equipped with the unique Perma-Lock actuator which prevents plastic contamination of the food production line: "Prevention, not detection"!
  • My AMBERSIL automatic technical data sheet updates
  • GreenLight: HACCP risk reduction program developped for maintenance chemicals.
  • R2M: “Risk Reduction Mobile” - chemical consolidation with expert advice and support

 

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SME collaboration is the key to success

Two companies have joined forces to offer a complete electrical and mechanical inspection and testing service to their industrial clients.

Lee Grears, CEO of Whitehaven's Responsive Ltd, and Ryan Bound, owner of Cleator Moor-based RB Electrical, have come together to sign a memorandum of understanding offering to support one another.

Lee said: “Responsive has been offering mechanical testing such as radiography and ultrasonic testing of welds since 2011 from our bases in Lillyhall and Whitehaven and have been asked many times to offer electrical inspections. We just couldn’t find the correct partner, until now.

“Collaboration is key to Responsive’s future growth, allowing us to concentrate on our core business and helping to enhance other SME businesses around us.”

A combining of services takes the core staff numbers of both companies to 31.

RB Electrical was also founded in 2011 and has grown from Ryan being a sole  contractor to six staff with two apprentices working in both domestic and commercial  settings. 

Ryan Bound said: ‘Collaborations such as this with Responsive will help our company  grow. Immediately we have secured work on Sellafield allowing us to take on further  staff and target new premises at Cleator Moor.”

Both companies believe that working together will open the door to new opportunities  by offering a complete service for industrial clients on Sellafield and elsewhere around the UK meaning more staff, training, and apprenticeships.

Earlier this year Responsive was the winner of the Nuclear Waste Services (LLW Repository Ltd) ESAT Lot 1 framework for the next four years and has also opened premises in Southampton in addition to its staff in the Manchester area. 

RB Electrical and Responsive are members of Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC,) which helps enable businesses to come together in collaboration. 

Dianne Richardson, CEO of BECBC said: “Our purpose here at Britain’s Energy  Coast Business Cluster is to create an environment for our members to do business  and RB Electrical and Responsive have made the most of that environment. 

“Collaboration of this type, bringing together specialisms to offer easier solutions for  customers, are so great to see. We are looking forward to seeing both companies  thrive as a result.”

The move is also in line with the aspirations of the Industrial Solutions Hub (iSH) which by enabling collaboration between businesses, academia and other organisations, aims to solve industry challenges in a way which will create jobs and opportunities and help regenerate the community of Cleator Moor and the wider West Cumbria region.

John Maddison, managing director of iSH, said: “The way Lee and Ryan have come together for this business partnership is just the type of collaboration which will help create more jobs and opportunities in Cleator Moor and beyond.

“We are already discussing with a whole range of businesses and organisations  multiplying the effect of this type of collaboration in Cleator Moor and across the wider region through the development of iSH.

“These collaborations help the economy and the community to grow in a sustainable, dynamic and adaptable way, creating jobs, building resilience, and helping make a positive difference to people’s lives.”

Further information about Responsive is online at www.responsive.ltd and RB  Electrical www.rbes.co.uk

Pressure on for safe cleaning

The Water Jetting Association is introducing a new purple code of practice for pressure washing to counter ignorance about the risks associated with the powerful cleaning technique.

The code lays out the steps needed to optimise the safe use of pressure washing equipment. It also explains why these steps are important and what needs to be done if something does go wrong.

The Water Jetting Association (WJA), the UK’s trade body for the water jetting industry, says awareness of water jetting risks has not remained in step with the development of pressure washing technology and its increasing use.

WJA Training and Safety Committee Chairman Darren Hamilton said: “Over recent years, companies and individuals have been able to buy evermore powerful pressure washing systems.

“However, many people don’t realise the risks they face if they don’t handle this equipment properly or if it malfunctions. Our new Pressure Washing Code of Practice addresses these issues, giving users of this very useful technology the guidance needed to work safely at all times.”

The WJA points to incidents like an experienced operative who suffered severe injuries, including 4th degree burns, when a 3,000 pounds per square inch pressure washing jet pierced his boot, filling it with 1100C water.

This incident is just one of many pressure washing injuries. In another, a dockyard operative slipped due to the unexpected power of a pressure washing jet, allowing the nozzle to swipe across his supervisor, lacerating his upper thigh.

The WJA has already developed two codes – the Blue Code for high pressure and ultra-high pressure water jetting, and the Red Code for water jetting used for drain and sewer cleaning. The pressure washing code also has a colour – purple.

The Purple Code will support safe and productive water jetting at lower pressures, introducing a new operational standard and health and safety support for companies and agencies that carry out pressure washing and who rely on its advantages.

The code of practice gives the WJA’s definition of pressure washing, or power washing as it is also called. This is any jetting activity with a water pressure of up to 3,000 psi, or 207 bar (20.7 MPa).

Pressure washing is used to clean equipment and machinery in factories and engineering environments. It is also used to clean brickwork, remove graffiti, and clean mud and oil from the carriageway during highway repairs and construction.

In all these tasks, without a clear operational framework that a code of practice provides, there is opportunity for field teams to improvise and develop both unsafe and suboptimal practices.

The new code of practice includes sections on training and competency, site and equipment set-up, and the different types of pressure washing pumps and equipment, including hot water systems.

Extend Lifespan of Wind Turbine Blades with New Leading Edge Repair and Protection Solution

In response to growing market demand, polymeric technology company, Belzona, now offers a complete leading edge repair and protection solution. Optimised to be easy-to-apply, fast-curing and hard-wearing, the combination of Belzona 5711 and Belzona 5721 is specially designed to fortify wind turbine blades with outstanding protection against leading edge erosion for the long term.


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Fast, in-situ application of leading edge repair and protection solution, Belzona 5711



New Thixotropic Paste Repair System Builds on Success of Leading Edge Protection (LEP) Coating

From Norway to North Dakota, since its launch in October 2019, Belzona’s leading edge protection coating, Belzona 5721, has already been deployed at numerous wind farms worldwide to great success. Lauded as an “extremely fast and cost-effective solution for protecting leading edges” by Jæren Vind Energi AS in Norway, the turbine blade coating provides a quick and straightforward means of protecting leading edges in situ.

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2-part leading edge protection coating, Belzona 5721, being applied in situ at a wind farm

Now, building on this knowledge and experience in the field, the Company has developed Belzona 5711 – a thixotropic paste specially designed to be applied in conjunction with the Belzona 5721 protective coating (amongst other product options). This solvent-free, 2-part repair paste is specially formulated for the in-situ repair and rebuilding of leading edge erosion and impact damage on wind turbine blades.

New Leading Edge Repair Paste Facilitates Fast Turnaround Time

Commenting on Belzona’s new polymeric solution for the wind industry, Jason Horn, Research and Development Manager, said: “Whilst offering rapid cure, Belzona 5711 also has a good working life which allows for the material to be perfectly contoured/formed to the leading edge of the blade. This removes the need for sanding, therefore, eliminating a step in the repair process and simplifying the application.”

He continued: “Belzona 5711 cures quickly and can be directly overcoated with Belzona 5721 in as little as 30 minutes at 20°C/68°F - without the need for any additional preparation. At the same temperature, Belzona 5721 will be fully cured within five hours, allowing the turbine to be returned to service in the same day.”


He concluded: “With the combination of Belzona 5711 and Belzona 5721, the balance between usability and rapid return-to-service makes the products ideal for in-situ repair across a broad application temperature range. The long shelf-life also makes Belzona an ideal stocking material for wind turbine maintenance.”

Key Benefits of New Belzona Leading Edge Repair Product VS. Leading Competitive Products

• 60-minute cure time in ambient temperatures ensures rapid return-to-service
• Product is suitable for all climates (5-40°C / 41-104°F) with a maximum overcoat window of 24 hours
• Cartridge packaging ensures good mixing quality and ease of use
• Easy to contour and long working-life ensures a smooth finish
• Reduced health and safety risks (CMR free labelling in EU)
• Durable technology provides a long-lasting repair
• Sanding is not required prior to overcoating with Belzona 5721, thus speeding up the application process
• Single component rather than two grades for all climates
• Three-year shelf life allows for flexibility in application planning 
• Higher volume per cartridge ensures reduced packaging waste
• Can be applied either at offshore or onshore wind farms
• Can be used to repair manufacturing defects

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Belzona 5711 cartridge packaging facilitates a fast and simple application procedure

In addition, Belzona 5711 is available worldwide through the network of Belzona international Distributors. In order to ensure that the product is applied correctly, Contractors can be trained in the application of Belzona 5711 locally on site by one of the local Distributors.

Repair not Replace: Leading Edge Repair and Protection System Supports a Circular Economy

According to the European Wind Energy Association, the estimated lifespan of a wind turbine is typically 20-25 years. Environmental factors, such as weathering, lightning, icing, birds and insect collisions, can seriously limit this lifespan. In addition, there is evidence that damage to the leading edges of a turbine blade can lower the annual energy production, with energy losses that range between 4 to 20% when the damage is severe. 

By investing in a high-performance leading edge repair and protection system, asset-owners can protect wind turbine blades against the environmental damage outlined above. In doing so, polymeric systems support a circular economic strategy as this technology helps to extend the lifespan of wind turbine blades. In turn, this reduces the demand for blades to be manufactured and, eventually, disposed of. Therefore, by giving the blades a new lease of life in this way, the combination of Belzona 5711 and Belzona 5721 will help towards mitigating the carbon footprint of the wind power industry.

In addition, by bypassing the expensive process of both replacing and disposing of damaged blades, asset owners will be able to make significant financial savings as well.

Safeguarding Wind Turbine Blades with Polymeric Technology Supports a Net-Zero Future


According to the 2021 State of Climate Action Report, authored by the world’s top climate analysis coalition, Climate Action Tracker (CAT), in order to meet the Paris Agreement’s net-zero by 2050 target, the share of wind and solar energy in electricity generation needs to increase from 7.03% (based on 2018 figures) to 37 - 72% by 2030. By 2050, the share needs to rise further to 80 - 82%. 

This means that by 2050, wind and solar electricity generation needs to increase by between 72.97 – 74.7%. In order to support this seismic growth, leading edge repair and protection systems, such as Belzona 5711 and Belzona 5721, play a critical role in extending the lifespan of wind turbine blades and, therefore, supporting a net-zero future for the planet.

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Polymeric repair and protection systems support a net-zero future for the planet

More information on Belzona’s leading edge repair and protection solution can be found here.

Fluke develops new European HQ in Eindhoven with customer experience at its heart

The new European Headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands is home to a 400sqm customer experience centre designed to showcase Fluke’s world-class tools and allow customers to experience using them in realistic environments.

 

Eindhoven, Netherlands. 9 May 2022: Fluke, the global technology leader in the manufacture of compact, professional electronic test and measurement tools and software, has today announced the launch of its new European Headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands, which includes a 400sqm customer experience centre. For the first time, customers will not only be able to see Fluke’s range of world-class tools, but experience using them in a variety of real-world applications.   

It has been described by Fluke Strategic support and training manager, Eric van Riet, as a dream come true. “What we wanted was for customers to experience our tools in an environment as close to reality as possible to show where and how our products are used, and provide the opportunity to deliver training,” he said.  

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