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A fully integrated ERP solution from CSB-System is delivering a complete overview of operations at Van Dijk Bakery, one of the Netherlands’ leading bakeries. The baking company said the ERP provides a single source of valuable data, full traceability, and a high level of flexibility, all of which are helping to maximise production efficiencies. Based…
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The Fresh Produce Consortium, the trade association uniting the fresh produce industry, has announced the winners of its 2023 Fresh Produce Consortium Awards. The FPC Fresh Awards 2023, widely known as the Oscars of the fresh produce industry, took place at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in London on Friday, September 29. Hosted by celebrity…
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A snapshot poll has shown that most female tradespeople say buying workwear is difficult due to poor sizing and lack of available sizes. Screwfix has carried out a sample survey with 40 female tradespeople to uncover the challenges they face when buying clothing for their job. More than eight in ten said buying workwear is…
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Image courtesy Elewit Software startup Barbara IoT is developing a tool based on edge computing to characterise the state of electrical substation elements when a trip occurs. The startup’s solution, a project in collaboration with Spanish TSO Red Eléctrica and tech platform Elewit, aims to improve insights into how and why trips occur in substations…
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Baxi has launched a full suite of air source heat pump (ASHP) training courses to support heating engineers and installers, as they look to become more familiar with and qualified to install the increasingly popular technology. From understanding how air source heat pumps work to designing, installing and commissioning them, Baxi’s new courses have been…
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HiKOKI Power Tools has launched a range of cordless lighting solutions tough and robust enough for all types of construction work and applications, from really tight cramped spaces to larger sites that need plenty of illumination. Boasting outstanding running times, all of the lights in the HiKOKI range work with the company’s 18V or MultiVolt…
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2023 has been an exceptional year for Prefect Controls. The combination of the energy crisis and a rising demand for student accommodation has meant providers of rooms, where occupants aren’t directly responsible for paying the energy bill, are seeking innovative ways to control consumption, at the point of use. As a result, Prefect has made…
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Real-time capabilities of Panasonic’s APC-5M assembly line system will be showcased. Panasonic Factory Solutions Europe will be showcasing its latest technology to enable Surface Mounted Technology (SMT) manufacturers to take the next step towards autonomous factories at Productronica 2023. Many production sites still rely on their employee’s knowledge and manpower – the so called 5M…
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ESP has released the latest update to its comprehensive catalogue, bringing together all products from its extensive portfolio in one, easy to access reference guide. This new edition features the latest major addition to the ESP portfolio – the Aperta IP Door Access range. The new 127-page catalogue provides wholesalers, contractors and specifiers with a…
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JTL has championed the inclusion of more women in the electrical and plumbing and heating trades, addressing the growing demand for diversity in these industries. JTL campaigns for a diverse and inclusive workforce, and apprenticeships are a brilliant way for people of all ages, genders and abilities to kickstart their careers. Continuing to encourage women…
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