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EX-SOLUTIONS CONSULTING WEBSITE GOES LIVE
Ex-Solutions Consulting has launched a new website providing information on its ATEX & DSEAR site safety services, EX-Facilities Management, Design, Manufacture, Documentation, Certification and Training services.
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| MARCH 2010 |
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ENVIROSAFE TAKES A REFRESHING LOOK AT DIRTY ENGINES
Engine exhaust emissions are high on the agenda at this year’s Safety and Health Expo at the NEC in May. Visitors who operate diesel fuelled engines can understand more about their exhaust emissions and how to treat them by visiting Pyroban Envirosafe in Hall 2, stand 54.
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| MARCH 2010 |
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POLLUTION LINKED TO HEART DISEASE
European and American scientists have for the first time proved a link between pollution and heart disease.
Swiss, American and Spanish researchers found particulates from exhaust pipes can lead to the thickening of artery walls - increasing chances of a heart attack or stroke.
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| FEBRUARY 2010 |
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PYROPRESS JOINS PYROBAN GROUP
Industrial switch manufacturer Pyropress has joined the Pyroban Group as a wholly owned subsidiary.
Pyroban Group has acquired UK based Pyropress Engineering Company, a leading designer and manufacturer of standard and ATEX* certified pressure switches and other switch instruments. Pyropress will continue to operate as a focused, independent business, while sharing the benefits of being part of a large international company.
“Pyropress represents a strategic acquisition for Pyroban and will play an important role in the development of the Pyroban Group” explains Ian Ratcliff, CEO of Pyroban Group.
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| JANUARY 2010 |
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PYROBAN INTRODUCES A SAFER SHADE OF GREEN
Two forklift trucks with hybrid technology and Pyroban explosion protection (ATEX), are believed to be “first of their kind” for energy efficient use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
“Energy consumption and the environment are driving forklift design, leading to new and innovative handling technology” remarks Robin Chapman, Principal Engineer for Pyroban’s Safe Handling Division. "Increased electronics, controls and performance enhancing components such as turbo chargers have led to continued investment in Pyroban’s own ATEX technology to match industry requirements” VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| JANUARY 2010 |
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PYROBAN TO EXHIBIT LATEST ATEX TECHNOLOGY AT IMHX 2010 - 16-19 NOVEMBER
On stand 18M140
at IMHX 2010 at the NEC, Pyroban is set to show visitors a range of the very latest ATEX solutions for zoned hazardous areas.
Malcolm Davis, Business Development Manager Safe Handling Division explains "Since IMHX 2007, most forklift manufacturers have developed new electric and diesel ranges with the very latest technology. IMHX 2010 provides the platform to show how Pyroban continuously works with all manufacturers and suppliers to deliver and support the most advanced ATEX forklifts in the world, helping to lower the cost of ownership and optimise performance".
Pyroban equipment is required in the chemical, pharmaceutical, paints, logistics, waste, defence, food and drink, cosmetics and other manufacturing industries.
Visit www.imhx.biz for more information. |
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| JANUARY 2010 |
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PYROBAN US TO SPEAK AT IFSS CONFERENCE 2010 (HOUSTON)
Robert Zuiderveld from Pyroban Corp. in the US has been invited to speak at the Industrial Fire, Safety and Security (IFSS) Conference 2010 in Houston, TX, 2-4 February.
Robert will present information about the use of powered industrial equipment in potentially explosive hazardous areas, with particular focus on dust applications. Visit www.ifssevent.com for more information. |
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| DECEMBER 2009 |
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IAN HARRISON STRENGTHENS EX-SOLUTIONS PROCESS SAFETY TEAM
Ex-Solutions Consulting, a company that helps organisations effectively manage their fire and explosion risk, has extended its team with the appointment of a new Process Safety Systems Specialist. Ian Harrison joins the company with extensive experience in the management of risks in potentially explosive atmospheres. Ex-Solutions Consulting is a Pyroban Group Company. VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| DECEMBER 2009 |
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'HOT' FORKLIFT DEALS IGNITE PYROBAN CONCERNS
As an increasing number of businesses turn to the second hand forklift truck market, safety specialist Pyroban® warns of the dangers of buying used explosion proof equipment and why an EX-ASA safety inspection is so important. VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| JULY 2009 |
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UNIVAR STRENGTHENS EU SAFETY POLICY WITH PYROBAN
Chemical distributor Univar has set a new corporate safety policy to standardise its explosion proof forklift fleet in Europe by using Pyroban technology. For the first time, Operations Managers from Univar sites across Europe gathered at Pyroban’s headquarters in the UK for bespoke training on the new Pan-European safety practice. VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| APRIL 2009 |
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EXPLOSION PROOF SOLUTIONS AT OTC 2009
At OTC 2009 (Houston - 4-7 May), Pyroban® and Ex-Solutions Consulting™ will focus on the safety of oilfield service equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres in the global oil and gas industry. Rob Double, responsible for Pyroban's business upstream explains "North Sea safety standards are migrating across the world but there is still a lot of education that needs to happen...”
Pyroban and Ex-solutions are on stand 2341 in the UK pavilion - VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| MARCH 2009 |
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PYROBAN ENVIROSAFE EN EMINOX HELPEN DUITS STREVEN NAAR SCHONERE LUCHT
Eminox, marktleider op het gebied van emissietechnologie voor retrofit-uitlaatsystemen in Europa, heeft van de Duitse overheid goedkeuring gekregen voor haar CRT-technologie® (Continuously Regenerating Trap). Deze technologie wordt gebruikt om de uitstoot van zware dieselvoertuigen terug te dringen. Dit is zowel voor de stedelijke E-zones/milieuzones in Duitsland als voor het recentelijk verhoogde toltarief (MAUT) van belang. Het CRT® dieseldeeltjesfilter van Eminox, welke in Nederland exclusief verkocht wordt door Pyroban Envirosafe BV, is goedgekeurd door het Duitse Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA). VIEW PRESS RELEASE
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| MARCH 2009 |
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EXPLOSION PROOF SEMINAR IN BILBAO, SPAIN ATTRACTS MORE THAN 120 PEOPLE
On 12 March 2009 at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, Pyroban held an ATEX seminar that attracted more than 120 people including representatives from end users such as Univar, Hexion, Repsol and equipment suppliers, OEMs and other professionals. Speakers included representatives from INERIS, Bequinor, Pyroban, INSHT and
the Department of Industry, Commerce and Tourism (Energy and Mines). SEE PRESENTATIONS Parte 1 - Parte 2 |
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| FEBRUARY 2009 |
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REFINING SAFETY - VALLA PICKS PYROBAN TO CARRY CRANES INTO ZONE 2
Pyroban has modified a remote controlled Valla crane, so that it can be used safely in maintenance operations at a UK refinery, without being the source of ignition in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
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| JANUARY 2009 |
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EXPLOSION PREVENTION INNOVATION SCOOPS DOWNSTREAM SAFETY AWARD
Fuel station maintenance firm, Eurotank Environmental, has scooped a downstream safety award, thanks to an explosion prevention solution from Pyroban. Maintenance operations at petrol station forecourts require access to vent-off pipes... VIEW PRESS RELEASE
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| JANUARY 2009 |
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ENERGY SAVINGS TRUST PLACES ENVIROSAFE ON NRMM REGISTER
According to the Greater London Authorities Best Practise Guide, machinery with a power rating greater than 37KW must be fitted with an approved after-treatment system from the NRMM after-treatment Register. The register identifies those after-treatment systems that have been approved under the requirements of the Best Practice Guide.
Envirosafe is now listed as an approved equipment supplier for its Acti-Trap Diesel Particulate Filter with Fuel Bourne Catalyst. For further details, contact Envirosafe directly. |
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| JANUARY 2009 |
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PYROBAN ADVISES PETROCHEMICAL INDUSTRY IN CHINA
The third annual China Petrochemical focus (CPF) will take place in Shanghai in February. Pyroban is the exhibition sponsor and will be educating the industry about the Chinese explosion proof standard GB19854-2005 “General rules of explosion-proof techniques of industrial trucks for explosive atmospheres”. CPF is the voice of China's Petrochemical industry and serves as an information exchange for Petrochemical practitioners in China and the world. more |
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| JANUARY 2009 |
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ENVIROSAFE ANNOUNCES 24hr CATALYST INSERT SERVICE FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
For companies operating construction equipment who need a catalyst fast to reduce CO and HC emissions, Envirosafe has launched a 24hr catalyst insert service. Operators can send their silencer and engine details to the Envirosafe manufacturing facility in the West Midlands (UK) where it will be converted and returned within 24 hours. more |
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| NOVEMBER 2008 |
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EX-SOLUTIONS CERTIFIES MURPHY POWERVIEW™ FOR ZONE 2
The Murphy PV101-A display and associated wiring harness has recently been modified, and Pyroban unit certified, by Ex-Solutions to operate in Zone 2 (3G - ATEX) hazardous areas. The PowerView provides a window into modern electronic engines and transmissions... more |
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| NOVEMBER 2008 |
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PYROBAN EXHIBITS IN THE SOUTH WEST OF ENGLAND
The third and final SHD regional show was held in Exeter in early November. Both Pyroban and Envirosafe had a presence at all 3 shows which were designed to bridge the gap between suppliers, buyers and key decision makers of storage, handling, distribution equipment and logistics services at a regional level. |
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| OCTOBER 2008 |
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PYROBAN CHINA ATTRACTS CHINESE INDUSTRY TO SAFETY SEMINAR
To help businesses in China understand current legislation and the safety hazards associated with operating equipment within potentially explosive atmospheres, Pyroban China organised a seminar at the factory in Suzhou. The event was well attended by equipment manufacturers and dealers, authorities and end users. |
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| AUGUST 2008 |
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PYROBAN FIRED UP FOR SOUTH EAST (UK) HANDLING SHOW
Companies in the South (UK) that handle flammable materials with forklift trucks will have the opportunity to talk directly to explosion protection specialist Pyroban at the SHD South East regional show at Kent Showground on 17th September...VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| JULY 2008 |
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CALOR WORKS WITH PYROBAN® TO EXCEED NATIONAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
For Calor, the UK's leading supplier of LPG, safely handling extremely flammable gas is at the core of the entire business. To maintain a consistently high level of safety and reduce costs across a network of over 50 sites, safety specialist Pyroban...VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| JUNE 2008 |
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PYROBAN® PUTS PLANT EQUIPMENT ON THE EXPLOSION PROOF MAP
In oil refineries, petro-chemical sites or facilities around the world where there may be a risk of explosion, plant equipment may be required. If used in a potentially explosive atmosphere the plant equipment could cause an explosion unless suitably protected. MAP Plant, an equipment hire company in the UK, has been working with safety specialist Pyroban...VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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BARLOWORLD HANDLES DRINKS RESPONSIBLY WITH PYROBAN
The storage of over 1 Million casks of maturing Scotch whisky presents explosion risks classified in the same league as the petrochemical industry. In Leven, Scotland, global drinks company Diageo expects nothing less than premium brands of safety when handling whisky casks, and works with materials handling supplier Barloworld and explosion proof specialist Pyroban® to help protect its people and investment...VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| MAY 2008 |
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PYROBAN AT NEW HEIGHTS IN GERMANY AT CEMAT 2008
At CEMAT, one of the most important events in the materials handling calender, Pyroban displayed the most advanced explosion proof forklift technology in the world. Forklift manufacturers, dealers and end users visited the Pyroban stand to gain explosion proof safety information, documentation and advice. |
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PYROBAN BRINGS EX PRODUCTS TO MARKET QUICKLY
Ex-Solutions, a Division of the Pyroban Group, offers the engineering expertise to assist companies with a fast service that helps to bring an EX product to market quickly and cost effectively...VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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| APRIL 2008 |
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IS YOUR ENGINEER A BRIGHT SPARK?
An increasing number of forklift trucks and similar equipment are required to operate in potentially explosive atmospheres. In such high risk operations, companies need to be sure that their service engineers are trained to maintain EX-protected equipment to ensure that the site and employees are fully protected...VIEW PRESS RELEASE |
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