The warehousing and logistics industry is facing a shortage of qualified Lift Truck Instructors which could lead to safety issues in forklift operations, says RTITB. “The lack of lift truck operators and warehouse staff is a frequently discussed problem. However, many in the industry are overlooking the significant Instructor skills shortage,” says Laura Nelson, Managing […]
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In 2018, the mould-making department at Procter & Gamble optimised its portfolio to meet the requirements of multi-cavity moulds that require small, high accuracy geometries. In addition, the company wanted to consistently continue the changeover from copper to graphite electrodes, which began in 2014. With the investment in OPS-INGERSOLL’s EAGLE G5 Precision die-sinking EDM machine, […]
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A good occupational hygiene survey should assist you in providing an accurate assessment of exposure to health hazards in your workplace. In order to achieve this, you will also need to make sure that the consultant has all the relevant information they will need to recognise, evaluate and control the risks to health in your […]
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The 2022 Product Focus Industry Survey results have been revealed, showing what it’s really like to work in the industry today Key Takeaways: ● Over 1,300 product management professionals from 62 countries took part in the survey ● Product manager salaries are steadily rising, having increased by 3-4% over the past year to […]
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Ecommerce businesses, 3pls and carriers have the means to counter rising fuel bills – if they think inside the box. By Jo Bradley, Business Development Manager, Sparck Technologies Diesel prices are soaring and it is easy to feel powerless in the face of global markets, but there is one area where ecommerce businesses, along with […]
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Frazer Watson, UK – Ireland Country Manager at AMR designer and manufacturer iFollow, examines the quality differentiator when it comes to choosing an Autonomous Mobile Robot solution. Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are rapidly building a reputation for being a smart, flexible and productive intralogistics transport solution. At a time of increasingly scarce labour, AMRs can […]
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“Why Has My Pulse Flow Meter Sensor Failed?” The majority of flow meters with a pulse output use a rotating element with internal magnets. These magnets trigger a solid-state sensor giving a pulse output proportional to the liquid flow rate. Titan Enterprises Ltd, who has been designing and manufacturing flowmeters for over 40 years, explains […]
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As part of its corporate, social and environmental responsibilities, the Engineering Technology Group (ETG) is now offering manufacturers the opportunity to cut costs, cut CO2 and reach their environmental responsibilities with its new Powerstar Amorphous core transformers. The new Powerstar Amorphous Core Transformers are available for new and used machine tools. So, if you are […]
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Investment in apprenticeships has remained resilient in the face of the pandemic according to a new report released today. In-Comm Training’s 3rd annual Training Barometer revealed that 67% of companies had taken on apprentices during the last twelve months, whilst a staggering 97% kept all their learners on despite the pressures of Covid-19. The confidence […]
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This International Women’s Day, Lila Thompson, chief executive of British Water looks at how increasing inclusion of women in the water sector is better for business and the wider community. A World Bank report, released in 2019, identified a lack of women in technical and managerial positions in water utilities and a recent Energy & Utilities […]
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