Trichloroethylene has been favoured within the aerospace industry for vapour degreasing of titanium, in certain applications, but the chemical has been facing an uphill battle. Is its Annex 14 REACH listing the end of the road?
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Vomat helps cutting tool maker; Master Chemical solution for aerospace firm; formaldehyde update; and latest product and industry news
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Aqueous cleaning of valves; combined aqueous and solvent cleaning of aircraft fasteners; solvent cleaning of defence parts; precision aqueous cleaning of auto parts; and blasting and washing of bearing seal surfaces. Andrew Allcock reports
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Andrew Allcock introduces two companies and their products less well known in the UK and rounds up with introductions from more familiar names
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This is just one topic that will be up for discussion at 'Answers for Industry' (www.siemens.co.uk/afi), a major conference and exhibition hosted by Siemens, on 4 and 5 July, at Manchester Central Convention Complex. Ahead of the event, Steve Barker from Siemens Industry Sector UK takes a look at the key steps
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Trichloroethylene is already banned, is going to be banned...neither is true. Andrew Allcock explains this confused and confusing area, following a Kumi Solutions/Safechem Europe event held in March
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Machinery received a press release recently that screeched: "Industry Faces New Burdens as Banned Chemicals List is Tripled", in relation to the REACH process (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of CHemicals), with trichloroethylene as one of the named "banned" substances.
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A MecWash Duo installation supported by Aqua Save water recycling has rationalised virtually all component cleaning at bicycle parts manufacturer Hope Technology in Lancashire. Machinery explains
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In order to justify its premium prices, Burgess Furniture has installed both surface finishing and degreasing equipment to boost its quality credentials. Machinery reports
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Andrew Allcock revisits coolants developments, viewed through the lens of REACH legislation, explaining the background and companies' responses (an extended web version - includes multiple video links )
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The combination of strict cleanliness requirements and demanding environmental legislation has transformed manufacturing in recent years. Steed Webzell assesses the industry's switch to 'clean and green'
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The demand for power shows no signs of letting up. Steed Webzell reports on a positively vibrant energy sector, for manufacturers prepared to invest, that is
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ExxonMobil's recently introduced range of Mobilcut water soluble metalworking fluids, are helping the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Formula 1 cars gain a competitive edge on the track. Machinery explains
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Quaker Chemical is promoting the Resource-Efficient Manufacturing (REM) approach to coolant use – doing more with less and finding viable reuse and recycling technologies to conserve materials, as Machinery details.
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Whitehill Spindle Tools has cured dust and coolant mist problems, with the help of Air Cleaning Systems ACS). Machinery reports
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Steed Webzell reviews the challenges that have been successfully met following the application of very latest cleaning and degreasing technology
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How to select a coolant scientifically; prolonging the life of coolant at Airbus; and coolant management at a subcontractor offers lean benefits. Machinery reports
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Andrew Allcock discovers that the new, updated Machinery Directive is causing some confusion. There are issues for machine tool buyers, suppliers and manufacturers, he explains (Extended online version)
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The UK's first use of a Taiyo Koki vertical grinding machine; Yamazaki Mazak returns to Studer for updated technology; plus latest grinding technology developments Subcontractor
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The hydraulics industry has stringent demands for component cleanliness. One manufacturer has met these by employing Kerry aqueous degreasing
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Coolant developer Master Chemical Europe is celebrating 20 years in the UK. Its coolant formulation R&D strength has been and continues to be a key strength, as Andrew Allcock discovers
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Andrew Allcock asks whether the legislation-driven greenhouse gas reduction activities of larger companies will trickle down the supply chain. There is a sense of inevitability about it, he suggests
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The management of cutting fluids should not be considered a 'necessary evil', especially those working in high added value areas and with exotic materials. Steve Coull, managing director at Jemtech (UK), explains why
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Solvent degreasing specialist Kumi Solutions held an event earlier this year to raise awareness about safe continued use of solvents. Andrew Allcock attended and reveals latest solvent thinking [extended version of magazine feature]
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Andrew Allcock reviews recent cutting oil and coolant developments. The removal of biocide donors, a neat oil for gear hobbing with carbide hobs, along with a three-in-one solution are just some of his findings
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