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  • THORNeco Boris FLEX’s its muscles

    THORNeco’s popular high bay Boris has been upgraded. Boris, an ideal solution for high ceilings and open areas, now boasts improved efficiency up to 162lm/w. It features a high output and low glare at <25 UGR, striking the right balance of power and comfort.    Boris serves as an alternative to conventional lighting, offering energy…


  • ECA unveils new charter to recharge electrical skills

    The Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) has unveiled a new charter to recharge electrical skills at a reception in the House of Commons. The charter, supported by ECA Member businesses, parliamentarians and other stakeholders, aims to secure the growth of the skilled electrical workforce, which is significant in reaching the UK’s net zero goals. Electrification, ranging from heat…


  • US consumers becoming more concerned about outages finds survey

    Image courtesy 123rf Despite significant investments in modernising the electric grid, 41% of consumers in the US are more concerned with power outages today compared to 10 years ago, finds the Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative. According to the US non-profit, which aims to help educate the public and engage consumers on the benefits of the…


  • Heat pumps are steering Scotland’s pathway to net zero

    According to MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), Scotland has surpassed 200,000 small-scale renewable technology installations since records began in 2008.   This indicates that 200,000 homeowners and business proprietors have invested in low carbon energy and heating solutions, encompassing solar PV and heating technologies. Recent installation statistics reveal that over 35,000 of these installations are heat pumps.   …


  • Smurfit Kappa introduces sustainable new bag-in-box film

    Smurfit Kappa has developed a recyclable film to replace the nylon which is commonly used in bag-in-box products, particularly in the US. Nylon bags are often used in bag-in-box packaging which requires extra protection, for example large industrial-use food bags. Nylon is alsosometimes chosen when there is particularly long or complex supply chain. Smurfit Kappa…


  • AtoB@C Shipping and Outokumpu partnership targets sea shipments emissions reduction

    As part of an expanded agreement with sustainable stainless-steel provider Outokumpu, AtoB@C Shipping will deploy its new energy-efficient hybrid vessels to handle an increased share of the import and export shipments from Outokumpu’s Tornio steel mill in Northern Finland. The companies are targeting a significant reduction of carbon emissions from Outokumpu’s sea transports, which aligns…


  • Sugarplex SX Flow honoured with FoodTec Award 2024 for innovation and excellence

    The Sugarplex SX Flow from Hosokawa Alpine won over the jury of the International FoodTec Awards with its ability to prevent icing sugar from clumping without the need for additives. Posted: 11 December 2023 Related core topics: Business news, Processing Related topics: Anuga FoodTec, Atex, bakery, blower, compressed air, confectionery, icing sugar, milling, sugar, Sugarplex…


  • New EV chargers installed at Extra’s Cobham Services

    One of Britain’s busiest motorway service stations has upgraded its electric vehicle charging station, backed by a £3.8 million green recovery investment from UK Power Networks. The regional electricity network operator has delivered new electricity infrastructure to power 12 new IONITY ultra-rapid charge points between J9 and J10 of the M25 at Extra Motorway Service…


  • Marshall-Tufflex launches new desktop power and data module

    Marshall-Tufflex has expanded its range of underfloor to desk solutions with the launch of the modern and versatile Icon Desktop Module, ideal for small offices, home offices and educational facilities. The new Icon Desktop Module, available in black and white, contains two individually switched UK power sockets and integral USB A and USB C charging…


  • Lucky Saint launches alcohol-free IPA

    For the first time since its inception five years ago Lucky Saint has its second beer with the launch of its Alcohol-Free Superior Hazy IPA. After two years of research an development, Lucky Saint is set to launch what it considers is its category-defining IPA to join its award-winning Alcohol-Free Superior Unfiltered Lager. True to…