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Extension to Furlough Scheme could cost the Government £70 billion
In an unexpected move the Chancellor has extended the current Furlough scheme until the end of October but he now has a huge challenge to get this right, say leading tax and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg.
QUALIDECO explained
The vast majority of the powder coating aluminium used in the construction sector in the UK is now specified under the QUALICOAT standard and is applied by licensed applicators here and in Europe.
Anti-viral surfaces could tackle COVID-19 crisis
Some of the world’s leading coatings specialists gathered virtually at the Royal Society of Chemistry to discuss how special surface technologies could be used to tackle the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Elcometer Technical Manager appointed as NACE Standards Board Vice Chair
Following the recent formation of their new Standards Board, NACE International, a worldwide corrosion prevention organisation, has appointed David Barnes, Elcometer’s Technical Manager, as their Vice Chair.
Developments in the fight against Coronavirus
Richard Geiss GmbH rapidly expands production to support anti pandemic measures and supplies 40,000 litres of hand disinfectant for the Offingen region of southern Germany.
HMG Paints donates hand sanitiser
The UK’s largest independent coatings manufacturer, HMG Paints Ltd has utilised its manufacturing knowledge and existing alcohol stocks to produce hand sanitiser for front-line workers, care providers and charities in Manchester and across the UK. The company developed the First Thing Sanitiser, which contains over 70% alcohol, after staff and their families reported being unable to find stocks at other locations. The First Thing name derives from internal communication messages urging staff to make washing their hands the first thing on their mind whether in work or at home.
Straaltechniek UK Ltd refurbish and install table shot blast machine for Turbocharger Services (UK) Ltd
Started in 2010, Turbocharger Services (UK) Ltd has a mixture of experience and know-how, with a blend of technical expertise and a market-knowledgeable team of people. Their friendly approach means that they are always happy to try and help even with difficult enquiries. In fact, their team’s 30-plus years industry experience means they can quite often find solutions when others cannot!
British Safety Council continues to evolve to support organisations during the Coronavirus pandemic
“The coronavirus pandemic is not an excuse to let health safety and environmental standards slip” says the British Safety Council.
A note from Surface Worlds energy partner – LSI Energy
We hope that you and your families are well and that your operations are holding up during these trying times.LSI Energy have spent a large amount of time ensuring that our teams can work remotely and continue to deliver quality services to our clients. Please be assured that our staff will be available to assist business with their energy needs as normal.We are acutely aware of the impact the current COVID‐19 situation can pose and so wanted to offer some advice to businesses to hopefully take energy contracts off the list of concerns.
Covid-19 (Coronavirus) Update from Advanced Colour Coatings
ACC have made the difficult decision to close our facility from Friday 27th March for a minimum period of 2 weeks (planned return date to work Tuesday 14th April).
Professor calls for engineers to help solve NHS and healthcare issues amid pandemic
A new project has been launched to unite engineers from across the world to help solve challenges deriving from the Covid-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Top Tips: Common vapour degreasing alarms, what do they mean?
We are often contacted by customers with equipment alarm queries and requesting service engineers. This isn’t always necessary and often only require some simple in-house maintenance to resolve…
Business Continuity Update & FAQ’s
With COVID-19 dominating the headlines daily, we would like to reassure you that Fraser Technologies are closely monitoring this fast-moving event and following all available advice from the World Health Organisation and the UK and Scottish government.
How can homeworking be productive, cost effective and successful for you, your employees and your business?
Coronavirus has left many businesses with the task of telling their employees to work from home. For many, working from home is a new and unknown entity. But with a structured plan put into place, regular communication between you, your team, your customers and suppliers, you can ensure that your business will continue with success. A united joint effort to get through the current situation is paramount for your business to succeed in these unprecedented times.
COVID-19 Top Tips: How to temporarily shut down your cleaning process properly?
If you are looking to shut down your cleaning process temporarily it is essential that you consider a few key factors as it is not recommended that you just power down the system. Below are a few hints for both Solvent and Water based systems.
Deburring, polishing and superfinishing - Open for business
During the COVID period, PDJ Virbo continue to support the UK manufacturing industry with their deburring / polishing goods and services.
IMechE donates 1,500 face masks to Royal Papworth Hospital
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers has donated 1,500 face masks, which sent to the UK by one of our senior Fellows in Hong Kong, to the Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge to help protect NHS staff in the corona virus pandemic.
Lhoist continues lime production and supply
Despite the issues surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic Lhoist UK is maintaining production at both the Hindlow and Whitwell plants.
SIFCO ASC Operating to Support Key Industries Tackle COVID-19
SIFCO ASC, the world’s leading selective electroplating specialist, are staying operational to support key industries with their vital maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) projects.
Surface World Live 2020 announce new dates
The new dates for Surface World Live 2020 are 24th and 25th February 2021.
TQC Sheen deliveries, calibrations and troubleshooting during Covid-19
Given the tragic events unfolding all over the world with the COVID-19 pandemic, we would like you to know that we are here for you.
Babcock Wanson produces world’s first 1MW gas fired supercritical water heater
Babcock Wanson has produced a bespoke TPC SW 1MW gas fired Supercritical Water Heater, which operates at 275 bar pressure and reaches a temperature of 490°, for Promethean Particles as part of its nanoparticle production process.
Winners and Losers in the Government’s self-employed package - some will be hit hard
There are winners and losers in the Government’s self-employment income support proposals say leading accounting and tax advisory firm Blick Rothenberg.
Carlisle Fluid Technologies to attend Surface World Live 2020 now in February next year
Carlisle Fluid Technologies, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Carlisle Companies, Inc., announced that we will be attending Surface World Live 2020 in Birmingham, UK, on the new dates next year, from February 24th and 25th, 2021. The Surface World Live 2020 exhibition is considered the UK’s only event dedicated to the surface treatment, product finishing and coatings industry.
The IMF at Surface World Live
This year the Institute of Materials Finishing (IMF) will be hosting a Stand at Surface World Live. Please be aware that this event has been postponed to February 24th & 25th 2021.