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Tuesday, 10 February 2009 11:23 |
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Editorial Features;
By monitoring the vibrations from critical components inside a hydraulic pump, fan, blower or compressor, companies can improve their plant efficiencies, eliminate production downtime and increase the operating life and reliability of plant equipment, says Ian Taylor of Corus Northern Engineering Services (CNES). No one in industry can afford to ignore safety. Not only must companies operate safely but they must be seen to do so, which makes meeting agreed industry standards imperative, argues Stuart Nunns, manager of safety critical consultancy for ABB.
Simon Robinson of specialist chemical software consultancy Safeware Quasar summarises the REACH legislation and the impact it is likely to have. Industrial companies that have a permit to operate under the PPC regulations may think they are meeting their obligations. However, those with self-monitoring of effluent flow as part of their permit could face heavy fines if they do not get their installation checked by an MCerts inspector by the end of the year. Tony Hoyle, UK flow products manager for ABB, explains why now is the time to call in ABB and the MCerts inspectors. By Derek Frame, Managing Partner, T A Cook ConsultantsChemical companies spend enormous sums on the servicing and maintenance of their assets, as well as on new investments. In daily business, however, staff often lack the time and experience to optimize the procurement process. Achieving optimal practice here, which not only involves finding the best price but incorporates local and company-specific requirements too, can reduce costs. With some analytical application and more communication, it is possible to realise cost savings of up to ten percent – if one just thinks beyond the conventional and in general, historically developed price-oriented approaches. Ashley Shepherd, UK Sales Manager at pumping specialist Watson-Marlow Bredel talks about the importance of accurate effluent treatment for the food manufacturing sector in the context of the Water Framework Directive. By monitoring the vibrations from critical components inside a hydraulic pump, fan, blower or compressor, companies can improve their plant efficiencies, eliminate production downtime and increase the operating life and reliability of plant equipment, says Ian Taylor of Corus Northern Engineering Services (CNES). Contents;BPMA News (The Pump Industry Association) (21-28) Click cover to read (Please note you must allow pop-ups to view the magazine)
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