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MasterMover launches Tug solution

MasterMover has launched its new remote controlled PS7000+ model, featuring a weight capacity of 70,000kg and MultiLink technology.

Process Management Systems
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Timken to acquire Engineered Solutions Group

Timken is to expand its engineering bearings portfolio through the acquisition of Engineered Solutions Group (Innovative Mechanical Solutions) in Houston, Texas.

Bearings
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RAIB issues report on freight train derailment

RAIB (Rail Accident Investigation Branch) has issued a report following a freight train derailment at Petteril Bridge Junction, Carlisle, on 19 October 2022.

Health and Safety
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Sulzer upgrades turbo generator

Sulzer has upgraded a turbo generator that had broken down on behalf of an unnamed Indonesian cement producer.

Process Management Systems
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Home Office publishes fire safety guidance

The Home Office has published two new pieces of guidance relating to enforcement and sanctions for non-compliance and guidance for persons with duties under fire safety legislation.

Fire Protection
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Air France and Airbus enter JV negotiations

Air France and Airbus have entered negotiations to create a joint venture (JV) aimed at better meeting the long-term maintenance needs of the Airbus A350 worldwide fleet.

Pollution Control
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Burckhardt analyses compressor issues

A Burckhardt Compression analysis identified inappropriate materials and designs as the root cause behind all problems associated with two compressors used by an unnamed chemicals company.

Compressors
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Comment: View from the top

For well over 10 years now, I have supported the Engineering Council at membership and registration level of several professional engineering institutions, as a volunteer. I have observed and reported...

Engineering Competence/Skills
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Dealing with RAAC

In comments posted last month, the Institution of Structural Engineers provided further information about looking for, and dealing with a type of bubbly concrete: RAAC

Construction
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Building ahead

To comply with the Building Safety Act, engineers will have to prove their competence and assure the safety of the buildings they construct. A recent discussion between two technical directors, CABE’s...

Building Maintenance
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Hypoid gearboxes

Hypoid gearboxes have become increasingly popular, providing exceptional performance in the transfer of power and torque between components, writes supplier Apex Dynamics UK. Recent research by...

Gearboxes
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HSE: WTG lifts pose safety risk

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has found there is a risk of serious injury or death to workers using, or working near, wind turbine generator (WTG) service lifts.

Lifts