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How the Hyperloop could transform British transport

11/09/2020

How we travel by rail, road, sea or sky is constantly adapting and becoming more effective. In a world where every minute of our day counts, the opportunity to reduce the time we spend travelling to work, to visit far-away friends, family or destinations is unparalleled.

An increase in fastener demand to support medical sector during COVID-19

01/09/2020

For over 25 years, TR Fastenings has been working with healthcare organisations and their subcontractors as a total solution provider of fasteners and Cat C products. TR has geared up its capacity to support the medical technology industry during this critical time.

Precision in small doses: Tips for the precise dispensing of two-part adhesives

01/09/2020

When dispensing small amounts of two-part adhesives or other materials, two key considerations are whether the material is mixed correctly, and the accuracy of the amount dispensed. Here, Paul Whitehead, Key Account Manager at Intertronics, shares his thoughts on the precise metering, mixing and dispensing of small amounts of two-part materials.

COVID-19 – An agent for change?

01/09/2020

Flame Hardeners Ltd., which provides heat treatment services to engineering companies, was not required to close during the COVID-19 lockdown and was positively encouraged by its trade association to stay open. The company did, however, follow government advice and encouraged working from home wherever possible. Managing Director, Roger Haw, explains how this was achieved, and reflects on how the changes made may affect the company’s operations going forward.

Blooming marvellous? Working towards a bloom-free manufacturing process

01/09/2020

‘Blooming’, for those who use cyanoacrylate-based adhesives, has been the talk of the manufacturing industry for many years. It is the white staining of parts near where the adhesive is applied that detracts from the overall appearance of the assembled parts.

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How the Hyperloop could transform British transport

An increase in fastener demand to support medical sector during COVID-19

Precision in small doses: Tips for the precise dispensing of two-part adhesives

COVID-19 – An agent for change?

Blooming marvellous? Working towards a bloom-free manufacturing process