Structural columns are critical load-bearing elements in industrial and commercial facilities. While designers and engineers invest heavily in strength and stability, the base of a steel column is often vulnerable to corrosion, moisture ingress, and concrete deterioration — conditions that, if left unchecked, can weaken support and ultimately lead to structural failure. Protecting steel and […]
FCH has completed the acquisition of Axiflow Technologies, a specialist in sanitary twin-screw pump solutions serving the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Image © wladimir1804 – stock.adobe.com. The acquisition marks FCH’s expansion into the twin-screw pump arena and strengthens its position as a technology-driven manufacturer in hygienic fluid handling applications. FCH provides highly engineered sanitary […]
Circulation pumps may not grab headlines, but they are the beating heart of heating and hot water systems across the UK. In both homes and commercial buildings, their performance directly affects energy consumption, running costs, and long-term reliability. Yet our market is increasingly threatened by a flood of cheap, non-compliant imports from the Far East—products […]
VSX, a leading provider of sales software for the pump industry, announces the appointment of Patrick Gräbener as its new Head of Sales & Marketing. With the completion of its management team, VSX is now ideally positioned for future growth and success.Reinforcement for the VSX Sales and Marketing TeamPatrick Gräbener became the new Head of […]
Across the UK, hundreds of organisations could face emergency call-outs or even closure if their pump systems aren’t checked before winter. The UK is set to face more extreme weather before the end of the year, with plummeting temperatures, storms and heavy rainfall – conditions that can cause pumps to freeze, blockages to form and […]
British Water’s annual UK Water Company Performance Survey asks contractors, consultants and suppliers to rate their clients’ performance in 12 areas, including professionalism, contractual approach and communication over the last 12 months.Scottish Water Tops Latest Water and Wastewater Survey For the fifth year running, innovation is the lowest scoring area – at a time when […]
Denso, Inc. is proud to highlight Denso’s Viscotaq Precast Structure Sealing System, engineered to deliver a watertight, flexible seal designed to stop liquid, gas, and contaminant infiltration in precast concrete and manhole assemblies. The Viscotaq Precast Sealing System is engineered to combat water intrusion, by sealing seams and joint areas in municipal infrastructure and precast […]
For decades, cost efficiency drove the global offshoring trend, reshaping how and where industrial components were made. But recent years have cast a harsh spotlight on the vulnerabilities of offshore production. From pandemic-related port shutdowns to tightening export controls on critical materials, the risks of relying on international supply chains have grown more visible and […]
The British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) is reinforcing the vital importance of ongoing skills development for all engineers, contractors, and operatives involved in the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of pump systems across UK industry. With pumping systems playing a critical role in sectors ranging from construction and water management to energy, manufacturing, and processing, […]
A robust move towards preventative, source-control solutions to prevent pollutants from entering the wastewater system in England and Wales was a key recommendation of the Independent Water Commission (IWC), which unveiled its Final Report on 21 July. This indicates a fundamental shift towards a more holistic and preventative approach to environmental management within the water […]
