
Gerard Bush explores the most important considerations in motor selection for battery-powered applications, illuminating the path to a more sustainable and competitive future In a world where 37% of global energy consumption stems from industrial processes, the shift toward battery-powered equipment has never been more critical. This transition is driven by the dual demands of…

AKP Group believes the new partnership with Wolds Produce will drive innovation and build a stronger, more resilient supply chain. As major suppliers into the crisping, chipping and potato seed industries, one of the UK’s leading vertically integrated potato supply chain specialists based in North Lincolnshire, has completed the acquisition of Wolds Produce, based in…

Published: 08 November, 2023 The rise of offshore wind means specialist vessels are increasing their activity in shallow waters. With this in mind, the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has released Guidance which aims to support Dynamic Positioning (DP) operations in shallow waters. Recommended Practice for Shallow Water DP Operations (IMCA M263) expands on topics…

Published: 08 November, 2023 CRP Subsea, an AIS company, has announced it has made a significant investment to expand its polyurethane moulding manufacturing facility. The company says this expansion reflects its commitment to meeting the increasing demand for high-quality cable protection solutions and enhancing its capabilities to serve the offshore wind, oil & gas, seismic,…

A Lithuanian insect producer Divaks has selected the Swiss technology group Bühler to build its first commercial-scale yellow mealworm plant. Scheduled to go into operation in 2025, the plant will produce up to 15,000 tonnes of sustainable insect-derived products annually. Bühler will be responsible for planning and executing the plant as well as providing solutions…

A new report has highlighted a “once in a generation” opportunity for the brewing industry to meet shifting consumer demands for sustainability. The report ‘Building sustainability into brewing’ has been published by food and beverage manufacturing consultancy, NIRAS, and explores how a combination of new regulation and consumer pressure means that sustainability is fast becoming…

Tosca has released a valuable and insightful report highlighting the hidden costs associated with pallet ownership. The comprehensive report aims to identify the financial implications of pallet usage and provide strategies for businesses to reduce their total cost of ownership (TCO) in a sustainable way. Pallets are a critical component of the global supply chain.…

RS has helped a leading brewer avoid downtime that could have cost the firm £60,000, as well as a potential £4,000 bill for asset replacement. RS Industria, a cloud service and part of the RS Group, was utilised by the UK’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, to help the company gain valuable insight into a key asset:…

Specifically developed for use in food industry applications, with special housing materials and high ingress protection ratings, the new AL14xx IO-Link masters from ifm electronic combine versatility with the capacity to switch large solenoids and actuators direct. Masters in the range are available in four- and eight-port versions and are complemented by matching ecolink L-code…

Oasis Marine, a company specializing in marine charging solutions, said Tuesday it had successfully transferred power through the Oasis Power Buoy to a Crew Transfer Vessel. “This pioneering achievement paves the way for hybrid and fully electric vessels in offshore wind farms, as well as reducing maritime emissions by expanding vessel charging beyond ports…