February/March 2025 www.pwemag.co.uk Plant & Works Engineering | 05 Editor: Aaron Blutstein t| 01732 370340 e| editorial@dfamedia.co.uk Content Sub Editor: Leslah Garland t| 01732 370340 e| leslah.garland@dfamedia.co.uk Sales Director: Damien Oxlee t| 01732 370342 e| damien.oxlee@dfamedia.co.uk Sales Manager: Sara Gordon t| 01732 370341 e| sara.gordon@dfamedia.co.uk Sales Manager: Andrew Jell t| 01732 370347 e| andrew.jell@dfamedia.co.uk DFA Direct: Damien Oxlee t| 01732 370342 e| damien.oxlee@dfamedia.co.uk Production Manager & Designer: Chris Davis e| chris.davis@dfamedia.co.uk Marketing Manager: Hope Jepson e| hope.jepson@dfamedia.co.uk Reader/Circulation Enquiries: Perception t| +44 (0) 1825 701520 e| cs@perception-sas.com Financial: Finance Department e| accounts@dfamedia.co.uk Managing Director: Ryan Fuller e| ryan.fuller@dfamedia.co.uk Published by: DFA Media Group 192 The High Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1BE t| 01732 370340 e| info@dfamedia.co.uk w| www.pwemag.co.uk Official Supporters: Printer: Warners, UK © Copyright 2025, DFA Manufacturing Media Ltd ISSN 0262-0227 PWE is a controlled circulation magazine, published 11 times a year. Please contact DFA Media with any subscription enquiries. Paid subscriptions are also available on an annual basis at £100.00 (UK) or £170.00 (Overseas) P+P included. The content of this magazine, website and newsletters do not necessarily express the views of the Editor or publishers. The publishers accept no legal responsibility for loss arising from information in this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be produced or stored in a retrieval system without the written consent of the publishers. COMMENT 3 NEWS 6 A round-up of what’s happening in industry. SMART MANUFACTURING WEEK 2025 10 INSIGHT 12 MAINTENANCE MATTERS - INCORPORATING PROBLEM SOLVER 14 Focus on: Condition Monitoring/ Smart Maintenance Conveyor belt roller bearings are essential for maintaining industrial operations. Their failure can lead to significant disruptions, but early detection methods, such as acoustic imaging, offer a way to identify issues before they escalate. PROCESS, CONTROLS, & PLANT 20 Focus on: Compressed Air/ Pumps & Valves Compressed air is a proven source of reliable and sustainable power for industrial operations. Now, with technologies such as remote monitoring and AI optimisation, it is set to enter a new era of performance and efficiency. ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 28 Focus on: Boilers, Burners & Controls/ HVAC Optimising industrial burner technology enhances efficiency, reduces emissions, and cuts costs. Through advanced modulation, fuel flexibility, and digital monitoring, businesses can achieve significant energy savings while meeting sustainability and regulatory goals. PWE reports. HANDLING & SAFETY MATTERS 32 Focus on: Handling & Storage As warehouses face growing demands for faster order fulfilment, many are turning to digital solutions like Operator Assist Systems (OAS) to improve productivity and safety. SPECIAL FOCUS 36 Skills & Training/ Robotics/ Factory Operations PRODUCTS & SERVICES DIRECTORY 42 Contents 12 32 14 28 BCAS official media partner
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