What is uPVC?

uPVC stands for unplasticised polyvinyl chloride, a type of polyvinyl chloride utilised in the manufacture of uPVC doors and window frames. Polyvinyl chloride is the world’s third most produced type of plastic after polyethylene and polypropylene. uPVC is an extremely popular choice for the manufacture of uPVC doors and window frames because it is extremely …

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What is a Fibre Optic Cable?

Each optical fibre element is most usually coated with layers of plastic and held within a tube which is designed to work well in the environment in which it is used. Fibres are formed into bundles or ribbons within the cable and generally coated with polyimide or acrylate polymer. Although the coating protects fibres from …

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How Does a Magnetic Descaler Work?

If you have ever suffered from a limescale problem then you will know that if the problem is not dealt with it can cause untold damage within your home. However, using a magnetic descaler can completely solve the problem, meaning that your home will be safe. Limescale is very common in the water supply across …

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Air Freight – One of the Most Important Innovations of the last Century

Global trading has been a part of human life since people began to travel across continents and oceans but in the last century it became even more integral in terms of the world economy.

The invention of the aeroplane was a major turning point for man’s development and as soon as commercial planes were flying the potential for trade utilising air freight was realised.

Since the 1930’s people have been transporting goods overseas using aeroplanes and today the air freight industry is worth billions of dollars.

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A Short History of Engraving

Engraving has been a popular form of decoration for thousands of years, but where did it all start? The first evidence of engraving is over 500,000 years old when people would carve stones and other hard objects to honour gods and leaders. Throughout history owning engraved goods has been a way to show wealth and …

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What Is A Waste Audit?

If your business uses waste collection and recycling services then you could benefit from a waste audit.

Recycling has become more and more popular over the last decade and for many businesses recycling is also a legal requirement. In addition most businesses need to follow government guidelines on the type and volume of waste that is produced and how that waste is dealt with.

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What Is Energy Management?

The term ‘energy management’ can be used in several different ways but most commonly it refers to the practice of reducing energy consumption in the public sector, businesses and homes. The process of energy management involves monitoring and recording energy use and looking for ways to reduce energy consumption and conserve energy. How Is Energy …

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New Surgical Safety Technology Gains CE Mark

ClearCount Medical Solutions announced today that its innovative SmartSponge and SmartWand DTX technology is the first and only technology of its kind to receive CE Marking. The new technology meets the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive (MDD) which means the devices can now be sold in 27 member countries and ClearCount Medical Solutions is …

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Save the World One Flush at a Time

It seems that not a day goes by where there aren’t reports in the media about how we are destroying the environment. Over the past few years people’s attitudes towards the environment has changed and lots of us are far more conscientious than we used to be.  Many of us recycle, try not to take …

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EMO International Trade Fair a Rousing Success

This year’s EMO Hannover Trade Fair was well received by exhibitors and visitors and attracted a record number of visitors who were able to view machinery and learn about new innovations in every type of metalworking process. The six day exhibit included more than 2000 exhibitors from forty one countries across the world. General Commissioner …

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