Emerson introduces new portfolio of programmable logic controllers
Tuesday, 02 April 2019
Emerson has added a new portfolio of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to enable comprehensive manufacturing control and production optimisation. The new portfolio will enable end users to expand operations and supply chain control – the process manufacturing of goods all the way through to assembly and packaging – by partnering with a single automation provider.
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Online F-Gas reporting service targets black market crackdown
Thursday, 28 March 2019
New encrypted service has been launched to address growing concerns about illegal trade of gas so that fraudulent behaviour be confidentially shared with European authorities Refrigerant manufacturers group the EFCTC has established a confidential online reporting service to better track illegal refrigerant imports across Europe. The ‘Integrity Line’ service is intended to ensure that suspicious activity can
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Edge devices as a key to Industry 4.0
Monday, 11 March 2019
The implementation of Industry 4.0 continues to focus on the linking of industrial production to the internet and the Cloud, and this has transformed the Internet of Things (IoT) into the ‘Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT’), according to Gavin Stoppel. The revolutionary approach of Industry 4.0 should not be a one-time fundamental change, but rather an
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EA moves to crack down on illegal F-gas sales
Tuesday, 26 February 2019
UK: The UK Environment Agency is said to be expanding its workforce to enable a better response to illegal sales of refrigerants and other F-gas compliance issues. This is said to have been one of the topics of discussions last week between REFCOM and DEFRA. “We discussed the recent positive steps that have been taken
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Government tightens up rules on electrical safety for landlords
Wednesday, 30 January 2019
Landlords must ensure mandatory electrical inspections are carried out in private rented accommodation by competent and qualified inspectors under new rules announced by the government. They could face tough financial penalties if they fail to comply with the new regulation, which is part of the government’s commitment to drive up standards in the sector. A transitional
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SELECT runs radio campaign to reinforce use of qualified electricians
Thursday, 24 January 2019
Scottish electrotechnical industry trade body SELECT is emphasising its message with a hard-hitting week of nationwide advertising. On January 24, minister for business, fair work and skills Jamie Hepburn will be hosting a Working Group to further discuss the issue of introducing Protection of Title for electricians. In the week leading up to this event, SELECT is planning a
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Refcom publishes F-gas Brexit guidance
Tuesday, 15 January 2019
The certification body Refcom has published a guidance document on the implications of Brexit on the F-gas regulations. Refcom says the document will clarify the position we are in, and the consequences of certain proposals still being discussed, after the UK leaves the European Union on March 30. Due to the constantly shifting nature of
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Cowboy electrician jailed for dangerous work on Hartlepool house
Wednesday, 09 January 2019
A cowboy electrician who dangerously rewired a Hartlepool house has been jailed. The unqualified electrician has been has been jailed for 13 months thanks to a successful prosecution from Hartlepool Borough Council’s Trading Standards team. John Drac, 35, of Rowan Place, Newton Aycliffe, pleaded guilty to fraud and consumer protection related offences after falsely claiming
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Chemours-Mitsui launches new low-GWP refrigerants R463A and R454C
Friday, 21 December 2018
The R463A (trade name: OPTEON XP41) is made for fridges and freezers and will replace the existing R404A and R410A refrigerants. The refrigerants’ global warming potential (GWP) stands at 1,494, saving 28% compared to the previous R410A. The freezing capability and efficiency are equivalent to those of the R410A, leading to improvements of coefficient of
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Fake IET Regs books on sale in the industry
Thursday, 20 December 2018
Fake copies with missing or corrupted information potentially could be devastating for electrical professional if unsafe work being carried out. The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is urging all electrical professionals to ensure that they are using genuine copies of BS 7671:2018, The IET Wiring Regulations. The call comes as the IET has been
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