LiftEx Gold Coast to feature Queensland Government

Wednesday, 24th July 2024

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is pleased to announce that the Queensland Government’s Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water will present a speaking session on Women in Manufacturing at LEEA’s LiftEx Gold Coast event on 12-13 September at the Event Centre, Star Hotel on Australia’s Gold Coast.

Registration is now open and to attend this session for free, secure your place now at: events.leeaint.com/liftex-gold-coast/visit.

The Manufacturing Industry is experiencing substantial growth in what is arguably one of the tightest labour markets in its history. This is leading to manufacturers across Queensland to diversify their workforce.

The Queensland Government is committed to arming local manufacturers with the tools, skills, and funding to ensure they can diversify their workforce to remain competitive and become market leaders. At LiftEx Gold Coast, the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water will present a free-to-attend session for manufacturers, delivering the Women in Manufacturing Diversity, Equity & inclusion Toolkit, which will guide them to reimagine the workforce, rethink recruitment practices and programmes and give greater value to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

LiftEx Gold Coast is the much-anticipated two-day exhibition and conference hosted by the LEEA, which will bring together leading lifting and height safety equipment suppliers with end-users who are engaged in operating, inspecting, and testing lifting equipment in manufacturing and other key sectors.

Visitors will have the opportunity to view the latest lifting equipment solutions for manufacturing in the exhibition, as well as hearing case studies and insights into the advancements and best practices to boost safety and efficiency in the speaker programme.

Access to all speaker sessions is complimentary, and the programme will include:

Vertical-market case studies presenting examples of real-world challenges in the mining, construction, renewables and oil & gas sectors, offering attendees solutions and actionable takeaways.
Technical updates, including standards development and challenges that can be addressed during their development.
Professional development training workshops offered by Tower Crane Training (LEEA’s Licensed Training Centre) for pre-use inspection of lifting equipment. Valued at over $600.
A session on LEEA’s Military Transition Scheme will detail how LEEA is connecting skilled and experienced individuals transitioning from the armed forces into civilian life and potential employment.
An appearance by Beaconsfield Mining Survivor Brant Webb, who will talk about how his experience has given him a unique perspective on safety, resilience, and the human capacity to endure. His story is a stark reminder of the importance of safety protocols and procedures in high-risk environments.

For the full speaker programme and to register, visit: events.leeaint.com/liftex-gold-coast/speaker-programme. For more information contact: Justin Boehm justin.boehm@leeaint.com / Leah Phelps leah.phelps@leeaint.com.

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DMAC Marine Launches New Website

Tuesday, 23rd July 2024

Exciting news from Dmac Marine! have launched a brand new website showcasing our expertise in the marine industry.

With over 25 years of experience, our vessel, Halcyon Days, has been instrumental in numerous projects since 2019. Last year alone, in 2023, it supported over 200 projects, collaborating with industry giants like Balfour Beatty, Cammell Laird, and Stena Line.

DMAC Marine has been offering professional services such as Small Cargo arrangements, Crew Transfers, Diving Projects, Survey Projects, Safety Support, and more.

Halcyon Days operates along the West Coast of England and Wales with a working range of over 200 miles. Equipped with the latest electronic, navigation, and safety equipment, our vessel ensures 24-hour capabilities.

Vessel Charter

Dedicated to providing tailored solutions for short-term vessel charter or long-term charter rojects, we offer special rates for extended projects. For details on chartering the vessel, feel free to send a message. At Dmac Marine, we are here to help meet your maritime project needs.

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ADIPEC Technical Conference has record-breaking submissions

Wednesday, 17th July 2024

The ADIPEC 2024 Technical Conference has received a record 5,977 submissions, a 16% increase over last year, with major submission growth seen in the AI and Digital Transformation and Energy Transition and Decarbonisation categories, and increased submissions from African and Arab states.

The ADIPEC Technical Conference is a key part of ADIPEC, the world’s largest energy event, which takes place on 4-7 November 2024 in Abu Dhabi. Organised by SPE, the Technical Conference this year will feature 159 sessions across 12 categories, for which energy experts and engineers from around the world submit their work to be considered for presentation.

“As chairman of the ADIPEC Technical Conference, I am immensely proud to announce a historic milestone of 5,977 technical submissions received this year. This unprecedented volume of contributions underscores ADIPEC’s vital role as a premier forum for innovative dialogue and exchange within the global energy sector. I extend my heartfelt thanks to all authors – the pioneering experts that continue to drive our industry forward, fostering the advancements and collaborative spirit necessary to meet the evolving demands of our world,” said Dr. Khaled Abdul Monem Al Kindi, Senior Vice President, Upper Zakum, ADNOC Offshore and ADIPEC 2024 Technical Conference Programme Chair.

40 Year Legacy

Continuing its 40-year legacy of energy leadership and innovation, ADIPEC 2024 aims to be a driving force for accelerated energy action. This year, the event sets out a renewed vision, gathering diverse voices from communities, nations, and industries to find collective solutions that can deliver affordable, secure, and sustainable energy for all.

As a key part of ADIPEC’s portfolio of 10 conferences, the ADIPEC Technical Conference brings together the brightest minds and technical experts from across the energy value chain – the changemakers at the forefront of engineering, technology and industry innovation.

Most Increased Categories

The two submission categories that saw the biggest increases were Energy Transition and Decarbonisation and AI and Digital Transformation, with 38% and 32% jumps respectively. These increases reveal the energy industry’s growing focus on emerging digital technologies and efforts to decarbonise in support of the energy transition, which are a major focus of ADIPEC this year, reflected across its dynamic conference and exhibition agenda.

A significant increase was also recorded in the number of submissions from Arab and African countries over last year, rising 50% and 28% respectively. Double-digit growth was also recorded in submissions from the Asia & Pacific Region, North America, and the Middle East. The ADIPEC Technical Conference also saw experts from 25% more companies submit their work for presentation.

Christopher Hudson, president of dmg events, the organiser of ADIPEC, said: “Decarbonisation presents many challenges and opportunities for all sectors. ADIPEC’s focus on platforming low-carbon energy innovations to power industry, empower lives, and accelerate global prosperity makes its Technical Conference a critical forum to advance a sustainable, secure and equitable energy future. This year’s record number of submissions, along with the substantial increases in geographical and category-specific contributions, highlights the alignment of our agenda with the industry’s needs and the global commitment to be part of the solution.”

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Alphageo Supports Grassroots Football

Wednesday, 10th July 2024

Alphageo, experts in underwater Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and drones, have sponsored Hanley Youth Football Club. We wish them a great start to the season!

AlphaGeo is a UK-based reseller of drones, Unmanned Arial Vehicles (UAVs) & Payloads, Underwater ROVs, Underwater drones (AUVs), Land & Hydrographic Survey Equipment and Software, providing a full range of UAV and ROV services.

Underwater ROVs

Our remote operated vehicles, are sourced direct from the world’s leading remote underwater vehicle manufacturers and are available to purchase online. We also have a range of ROV services, accessories, drones, robots and add ons. If you would like further information on our full range and types of ROV’s available, please contact us directly and one of our underwater vehicle experts can discuss your needs.

Commercial Drones & Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Find the perfect drone for your business with AlphaGeo UK range of commercial, professional and business use drones and UAV’s (unmanned aerial vehicles). We also have a range of drone accessories and add-ons. We source our drones direct from the World’s best manufacturers as the official UK distributor and dealer for many leading brands such as DJI & Atmos and it’s popular Marlyn Cobalt drone.

Survey Equipment – Drones and Receivers

Our survey equipment includes drones and receivers from leading brands like Tersus and Oculus. All our survey equipment and GNSS receivers are sourced direct from the world’s leading GPS survey equipment manufacturers and are available to purchase online. We are UK based and we can get hold of many different types of equipment to suit your needs, we also have a range of ROV accessories, drones, robots and add ons. If you would like further information on our full range and types of Survey equipment and GNSS receivers, please contact us directly and one of our surveying experts can discuss your needs.

Visit AlphaGeo to explore our full range of products, including Drones/UAVs & Payloads (Camera, LiDAR, Sensors & Sonar), ROVs/Underwater drones, and Land & Hydrographic Survey Equipment (Multibeam Echo Sounder, Side Scan Sonar & Sound Velocity Profiler), along with our software solutions. We have everything you need for your surveying and exploration needs!

Ask about our attractive finance options, that allows you to purchase the equipment your company needs now, whilst spreading the costs over affordable monthly payments and conserving cash within your company.

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Inland & Coastal promotes ‘Get Onboard Safely’ at conference

Tuesday, 9th July 2024

Following a successful run at Seawork 2024, Pontoon and water access specialist Inland and Coastal Marina Systems continued to promote its Get Onboard Safely message at the Port, Skills and Safety Conference which took place at London’s Stamford Bridge on 2 July.

Representing the UK’s professional safety and skills membership organisation for ports, every year Port, Skills and Safety (PSS) hosts a conference where its members are invited to come together to discuss the key issues of safety and skills in ports.

This year, the annual conference included even more time to network and speak with exhibitors, with the afternoon session seeing the finalists of the inaugural PSS awards presenting on safety and skills initiatives which they have undertaken.

Get Onboard Safely

Keen to listen to the port and harbour professionals, Inland & Coastal was on hand at the conference to promote its Get Onboard Safely campaign and discuss its wide range of solutions on offer to help mitigate potential hazards in and around pontoons

With over 20 years’ experience, Inland & Coastal understands the physical, environmental and commercial challenges for ports and harbours and believes that safe access is the key starting point to a well-run operation.

Outdated Boarding Methods

Many ports and harbours still operate using antiquated methods, such as vertical wall ladders, narrow gangways and poorly designed mooring systems, which can be a hotspot for hazardous slips, trips and falls. Over 34% of accidents resulting in lost productivity occur when getting on and off boats. Inland & Coastal recently joined Port, Skills and Safety to better listen to and understand the needs of safety and operations professionals.

This association will enable greater collaboration and innovation on safer ways of working in and around pontoons, and as the ports industry’s leading body for safety and skills, PSS are perfectly placed to help ensure it meets the highest safety standards in everything it does.

“We are keen to be collaborating with Port, Skills and Safety, whose vision and drive match our own dedication to safer access to boats and shared commitment to excellence,” says Jon Challis, Head of Business Development at Inland and Coastal.

“We continually strive to ensure that every individual, whether working shore side on the pontoons or as part of the crew heading out to sea, can work safely with confidence and security.”

“We welcome the initiative from our member, Inland and Coastal Marina Systems, to raise awareness of safer access to boats in ports,” says Debbie Cavaldoro, CEO Port Skills and Safety Limited. “Their ‘Get on Board Safely’ campaign message was a prominent feature at our recent annual members’ conference in London.”

Inland & Coastal Marina Systems

At Inland and Coastal Marina Systems, we manufacture and install water access solutions. From access platforms, leisure marina pontoons to commercial concrete breakwaters and crew transfer vessel berths, our mooring systems are designed to enable boats of all shapes and sizes to moor safely and securely.

To find out more about Inland & Coastal’s CTV and commercial workboat pontoon ranges and unique decking options visit https://inlandandcoastal.com or email sales@inlandandcoastal.com

To find out more about PSS visit www.portskillsandsafety.co.uk/. Alternatively, get in touch with them at info@portskillsandsafety.co.uk

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TMS accept European Commercial Marine Award for best Marine Civils project

Monday, 8th July 2024

TMS (Teignmouth Maritime Services) are very proud to announce we have accepted the European Commercial Marine Award for best marine civil engineering project 2^nd year running, this year with an emergency project assisting Balfour Beatty on the Nunham Viaduct Project.

TMS were called by Balfour Beatty on Good Friday 2023 following the emergency closure of a critical railway link between Oxford and Didcot at the Nuneham Viaduct

This historic, two-span bowstring truss bridge carries both passenger and freight over the River Thames and is a vital freight link for the UK. The bridge had been under constant monitoring since suffering progressive settlement of the southern span and after a sudden increase in the deterioration of the abutment, the line was forced to close.

Working on behalf of Balfour Beatty, TMS were appointed as the onsite marine civil engineering contractor to install temporary works from the river to support the viaduct while reconstruction took place. Following a rapid mobilisation, TMS were on site within days, fully equipped with pontoons, tugs and piling equipment to install two significant pile-supported bridge trusses. These were designed to allow the whole bridge deck to be jacked to facilitate the repairs.

Working in the River Thames using our specialist fleet of modular pontoons allowed easy movement between the river locks and access to the remote site using our shallow draft and high-power tugboats.

Working 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, to ensure the emergency works were not only completed but reopened within 65 days

– Procurement of piling equipment, including 33T & 38T Movax with DH-25 & DH-35 piling hammers.

– Installation of four clusters of six driven tubular piles either side of the viaduct for the temporary works

– Mobilisation of a 150T crawler crane to act as a service crane for the site

– Mobilisation of 750T crane to lift the temporary works structure into position under the soffit of the bridge

– Jacking up of the south side of the bridge by 0.7m

– Removal of bridge structure using 750t crane under a Network Rail possession

– Cutting and removal of all temporary riverbed piles

– Mobilisation of TMS Sinbad Barge and pontoons from Abingdon lock to Nuneham Viaduct

Providing professional marine and land based civil engineering services since 1991

TMS has been providing professional marine and land based civil engineering services since 1991. Experienced in working as the principal marine contractor, providing a one-stop-shop construction service as well as a design service. TMS are also fully able to work as a sub-contractor for large civil engineering and building companies who need our marine expertise and specialist marine and land-based plant.

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Durham Lifting invests in the Heritage of Britannia Test House

Tuesday, 2nd July 2024

Britannia Test House is a living monument to Middlesbrough’s industrial heritage.

Set against Middlesbrough’s rich industrial backdrop, the Britannia Test House stands as a significant monument to the town’s steel manufacturing legacy.

Its crucial contributions to engineering marvels, most notably the Sydney Harbour Bridge, underscore its historical and technical importance. It is the last surviving structure of the Britannia Steelworks and stands as a proud testament to the region’s industrial and engineering heritage.

Today, thanks to Durham Lifting, the Test House continues to thrive, used for modern day load testing whilst preserving its rich legacy.

Constructed in 1926

The Britannia Test House was constructed by Dorman Long in response to their contract to build the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.

A unique clause in the contract required the company to provide a testing machine with a 1250-ton capacity, capable of stress-testing large-scale steel models.

Dorman Long invested £33,250 in this endeavour, with £20,000 allocated for the testing machine and £13,250 for the building itself. Construction commenced in July 1926 at the Britannia site, marking the beginning of a new era in structural engineering testing.

The building was designed to house what was then the world’s largest structural steel testing machine, created by W. & T. Avery of Birmingham.

This colossal machine could handle tension or compression specimens up to 50 feet (15.24 metres) in length and 3 feet 9 inches (1.14 metres) in cross-section.

The ground floor of the Test House featured a hangar-sized room to accommodate the 120-foot-long (36.58 metres) machine, equipped with a 30-ton overhead crane for positioning specimens.

This setup was not only a feat of engineering but also a logistical masterpiece, ensuring that the enormous specimens could be moved and tested with precision.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Before the arch construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge commenced, nearly forty scale models of its steel members were tested to destruction at the Britannia Test House. These tests were crucial in verifying the design team’s calculations and ensuring the bridge’s structural integrity.

The facility also tested the erection equipment, such as wire ropes and sockets, essential for the bridge’s assembly. The precise data obtained from these tests enabled engineers to predict the performance of the steelwork under actual conditions, thereby significantly contributing to the successful completion of this iconic structure.

Following the completion of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Test House continued to serve various commercial clients, including the Air Ministry, Admiralty, and the War Office.

During the Second World War, it played a pivotal role in numerous defence projects, providing critical testing services that supported the war effort. In the post-war era, it expanded its services to include civil aviation authorities, the Ministry of Defence, and numerous engineering firms, both domestic and international.

1970s Britannia Steelworks Closure

The Avery testing machine was modernised to operate on hydraulic oil pressure, thus enhancing its capacity to support a wide range of civil and mechanical engineering projects. This included testing materials and constructions such as concrete structures, crane and ladle hooks, and other mechanical lifting gear, ensuring their safety and reliability.

With the closure of the Britannia Steelworks in the 1970s, the logistics of specimen transportation shifted from rail to road. There were discussions about relocating the test machine to the Lackenby Works site, but the complexity and cost of such a move, along with the potential risk to the machine’s precision, prevented this.

1990s Durham Lifting Acquires Britannia Test House

Since the mid 1990’s, the Britannia Test House entered a new chapter when it became operated by Durham Lifting.

The company, specialising in lifting equipment and load testing services, took over the facility to continue its legacy of structural testing and engineering excellence. Durham Lifting, established in 1996, has built a reputation for providing high-quality lifting equipment and load testing services.

Their acquisition of the Britannia Test House has allowed the facility to expand its capabilities and maintain its status as a premier testing facility in the UK. Durham Lifting have invested significantly in upgrading the equipment and expanding the range of testing services offered.

The Britannia Test House is not merely a relic of the past but a living, breathing part of the engineering community, continually adapting and contributing to the field of structural testing.

It stands as a proud symbol of Middlesbrough’s industrial heritage and a beacon of engineering excellence. Its ongoing relevance is a testament to the foresight and ingenuity of those who established it nearly a century ago, and to the continued investment and innovation brought by its current owners, Durham Lifting, who are poised to continue its vital work well into the future.

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Visit LiftEx 2024 to raise your lifting standards

Monday, 1st July 2024

LiftEx 2024, the flagship event of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), will take place on 16-17^th October 2024 at the new West Hall at Olympia in London – a central location for a truly global industry.

The free-to-attend show is an essential visit for lifting safety professionals and anyone involved in using or procuring lifting equipment in industries including Manufacturing, Engineering, Construction, Oil & Gas, Offshore, Logistics, Defence, Utilities and Entertainment.

All of these sectors rely on a broad variety of cranes, hoists, platforms, cradles and their associated chains, ropes, slings and other lifting equipment to improve their productivity. These needs are served by a Lifting Equipment industry that is constantly evolving with the onset of new materials, innovative ideas, better ways of doing things and the inclusion of modern technologies. There are also the vital supporting services such as inspection, maintenance and training.

Find an expert

Operations should be seeking out experts for these services because they will offer the assurance of safety as well as value. For example, the ability to create solutions you might never think about, seeing the long-term implications of a project, saving time effort and money through safe and efficient practice.

Carrying a LEEA badge is one of the best ways to easily identify an expert: the Association’s membership comprises expertise in every aspect of the Lifting Industry – from design, manufacture, refurbishment and repair, through to the hire, maintenance and use of lifting equipment for an entire spectrum of end users.

LEEA members will pack the exhibition floor at Olympia, with almost 100 exhibitors

showing their solutions to improve productiveness and efficiency, as well as providing safety, for end users operating manufacturing and logistics facilities. Crucially, your visit will help you to improve safety with advice from experts on the LEEA stand.

With so much of our world viewed online, it is refreshing to gather with industry peers, be able to talk to real people and view for yourself the latest lifting products including hoists, mobile and overhead cranes, steel chains, wire rope, winches, shackles, web slings, rigging, spreader beams, height safety and load monitoring equipment, IT solutions and more.

Expand your knowledge

You will expand your knowledge during your visit by attending free training sessions and presentations on topics delivered by LEEA Accredited Training Scheme members at the ATS Seminar, which is being held across both days.

The programme of sessions aimed at end users includes on 16th October: Crane ropes – what the eye can’t see from Tensology Ltd, Working at height and rescue from ARCO Professional Safety Services, Know your sling calculations from ETDL – Elevation Training and Development, Slinging vs lashing – the critical difference from Mentor Training, Importance of pre-use checking equipment from Carl Stahl Evita Ltd and The role of an appointed person and the importance of planning a safe lift from Certex UK.

On 17th October the sessions will feature Working at height and rescue from ARCO Professional Safety Services, Importance of pre-use checking equipment from Carl Stahl Evita Ltd, Know your sling calculations, ETDL – Elevation Training and Development and Crane ropes – what the eye can’t see from Tensology Ltd.

Network at the best LiftEx yet

The leading annual networking event for the lifting industry is set to be the best yet, supported by sponsors including YOKE, the manufacturer of lifting fittings for chain, wire rope and webbing slings; Rope and Sling Specialists, one of the largest independent companies in the field of lifting equipment engineering in the UK; and Headline Sponsor RiConnect Inc, which offers powerful software known as RiConnect, designed to streamline equipment management and ensure regulatory compliance and traceability.

There will be many chances to network with your peers and colleagues, not least on the evening of 16 October 2024 – Day One of LiftEx – when the annual LEEA Awards ceremony will be held at the iconic Dorchester hotel. This promises to be the Lifting Industry’s party of the year.

All of this means a visit to LiftEx 2024 offers the perfect chance to gain vital lifting related knowledge and insights, as well as an opportunity to meet LEEA members and discuss ways they can help achieve best lifting practice.

Register for a free ticket at the exhibition website, events.leeaint.com/liftex-london-2024. For those interested in exhibiting, a few stands remain available. Sponsorship packages are also available for the exhibition and Awards Dinner. Requests will be dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis, so please contact Leah Phelps on +44 20 3488 2865 or at enquiries@L2Events.com.

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