Hydraulics & Pneumatics June 2022

NEWS The latest edition to the Association of Electrical & Mechanical Trades’ (AEMT) roster of available support to members is the newly launched online library of BSI Standards. Accessed via the main AEMT website, this dedicated portal allows members to identify, review and download any applicable BSI Standard along with its stipulations and requirements. All the standards reproduced within the library are done so with the permission of BSI Standards Limited (BSI) under licence number 2021ET008. Having easy and direct access to the full complement of BSI Standards, is not only a huge asset for member companies, but it is also of significant benefit to their customers. When using an AEMT registered member for the ongoing maintenance and/or repair of any electro- mechanical equipment, end-users can be confident that information on the latest Standards can be readily obtained and appraised. Drive towards a circular economy Supporting the craft of mending and renewing electro-mechanical apparatus for its enhancement and reuse, the association is central in the drive towards a circular economy. As such, it is committed to ensuring its members have all the necessary guidance and information at their disposal, to help them deliver on the ever-growing needs and requirements of their customers. This latest offering further complements the AEMT’s wide-ranging package of support, which includes training courses, regular standards, compliance and accreditation updates, practical support on recruitment and skills development, a quarterly publication and annual buyers guide as well as regular meetings, seminars and its annual awards programme. Established in 1945, the AEMT is the international association representing companies that manufacture, distribute, install, service, maintain, and repair all forms of rotating equipment. For more information, contact the AEMT on +44 (0)1904 674899 or at admin@aemt.co.uk 8 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS June 2022 www.hpmag.co.uk Due to the high standard of applicants, this year Webtec is sponsoring two Arkwright Engineering Scholarships and has awarded Roy Cuthbert Scholarships to Emily Williams and Rona French. The Arkwright Engineering Scholarship, part of the educational charity ‘The Smallpeice Trust’ is a national scheme. Now in its 30th year, it aims to widen access and provide young people from all backgrounds the chance to experience the exciting world of engineering. Webtec has been a supporter since 1991 and the Roy Cuthbert Scholarship, which is part of the scheme, was named after Webtec’s founder, a passionate engineer and entrepreneur who passed away in 2013. This scholarship scheme acts as a beacon to the most talented STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) students in the UK schools and helps to ensure that high-potential young people stay engaged in the engineering careers pipeline, in the critical 16 to 18 age range. Rewarding hard work and commitment Martin Cuthbert, Webtec’s managing director, comments: “Recognising talent in students and rewarding hard work and commitment is important, and we are delighted to have the opportunity to award two scholarships to young female students who well deserve this accolade. Webtec is passionate to support and encourage young talent into engineering and the Arkwright Scholarship offers a great opportunity to help students achieve their full potential.” In addition to the Arkwright Scholarships, the company also actively supports other programmes including the Primary Engineer Leaders Award and the Engineering Education Scheme (EES) and works with local schools to offer career guidance and job opportunities at Webtec. The Arkwright Engineering Scholarship programme for 2022 is now open to applications from Year 11 students in England and Wales, S4 students in Scotland and Year 12 students in Northern Ireland. Schools or students who would like to apply for the Arkwright Engineering Scholarship programme, can visit www.arkwright.org.uk to learn more. Webtec recognises young female engineers of the future AEMT launches BSI Standards Online Library