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15 May 2014

• Fine Tubes appoints new agent in Kuwait as part of Middle East Strategic Plan

  Fine Tubes, a world-leading manufacturer and distributor of precision tubes for critical applications, is delighted to announce that it has appointed Bait Al-Aseel to act as its agent in Kuwait.

• Rittal and the IEC 61439 Standard

  Design engineers should be aware that the the IEC 61439 switchgear and controlgear systems standard will take effect from November 2014. This standard also applies to wall mounted control panels as well as floor standing power distribution assemblies.

• Hamamatsu Announces World’s First Watt-level High-output Photonic Crystal Laser

  Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., in conjunction with Kyoto University’s Photonics and Electronics Science and Engineering Center and others, has developed the world’s first watt-level photonics crystal laser, a next-generation semiconductor laser light source.

• Selectaglaze helps keep ‘Silence in the Library’

  Windows are an important architectural element of a building but those with single glazing provide minimal thermal insulation, poor acoustics and little security. Secondary glazing can provide a discrete and practical solution to these issues and is very suited to Traditional or Listed buildings. This is especially important for Libraries as they need to offer a haven of peace, quiet and comfort.

• Burtonwood gets HMS Astute off to a good start in Gibraltar

  Burtonwood Generator & Switchgear Services Ltd have been involved in the maiden visit of Britain’s new hunter-killer submarine to Gibraltar as it set sail on is first operational mission after two years of sea trials.

• Goldhofer bringing latest Axle Technology to the UK

  An innovative development in axle design, which will optimise vehicle handling and manoeuvrability, will be on display in the UK in April and May, as specialist heavy haulage trailer manufacturer Goldhofer takes its new MPA Troika axle on tour.

• Vortice helps Fabulous Development reach Energy Efficiency Targets

  Close to the core of the wonderful Woburn Estate with its famous safari park, extensive grounds and majestic Abbey, lies Maryland, a fabulous development of houses and apartments by Kebbell Homes. Each has been either skilfully converted and restored or built as new with the latest energy efficient products. Ventilation systems for the development have been supplied by European market leader Vortice. Its popular HR400M heat recovery systems are used throughout the project.

• Distributor’s visit to Yorkshire helps boost trade links with France

  Read what surprised gift the French businessmen received to celebrate their visit to Yorkshire

• Success for Action-Sealtite at StocExpo 2014

  Action-Sealtite have successfully launched their new 3” Dry-Mate complete with the exciting buzz they had anticipated at the StocExpo 2014 exhibition in Ahoy, Rotterdam. The company have reported a phenomenal turnout with clients learning more about the product and the BLOODHOUND SSC project, which Action-Sealtite are sponsoring.

• Natratex restores Essex Park's Natural Beauty

  Havering Borough Council has used Bituchem’s Natratex hard landscaping material as part of regeneration works on Raphael Park in Romford.