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Cemex UK announces opening of new dry mortar and concrete plant
Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex has announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Swindon, Wiltshire, dedicated to lower carbon dry mortar and sprayed concrete production. The new plant will enable Cemex UK’s Mortar business to increase production capacity in the South East…
Metso acquires hose and progressive cavity pumps business
Metso has signed an agreement to acquire peristaltic hose pump and progressive cavity pump technologies, as well as related aftermarket spare parts and service offering capabilities from Valmet, a global technology leader in serving process industries. The acquisition strengthens Metso’s capabilities with advanced pumping solutions…
Diamond anniversary celebrations for bulk solids handling company
Jenike & Johanson is celebrating its 60th anniversary - marking six decades of engineering innovation, scientific leadership and problem-solving in bulk solids handling. Since its founding in 1966 by Dr Andrew Jenike, the company has helped transform bulk solids handling from a largely trial-and-error discipline…
Gericke makes improvements to Fast Clean rotary valves
Gericke RotaVal has again updated its range of Fast Clean rotary valves, combining enhanced hygienic design with innovative features that increase productivity, reduce downtime and ensure safe, reliable operation. Certified to USDA Dairy, EHEDG, and ATEX standards, the updated range is engineered for demanding industries…
ADM expands Scottish feed ingredient supply chain with enhanced operations
ADM is expanding its Scottish operations with a new storage and berthing capacity at the Port of Greenock. The expansion at the facility, owned by Peel Ports Group, builds on ADM's existing operations at the port operator’s King George V Dock in Glasgow, and enhances…
Indeeco broadens heat trace portfolio for food, beverage and critical industrial operations
Indeeco has expanded its electric heating and thermal management portfolio with a new line of heat trace cables, connection kits and installation accessories engineered for demanding industrial environments. The launch strengthens the company’s offering for sectors such as food and beverage production, chemical processing, water…
New Ajax Equipment screw enhances waste handling at UK Remediation
Solids handling specialist Ajax Equipment has supplied UK Remediation with a new screw to enhance feeder performance at the company’s Exeter washplant. UK Remediation approached Ajax for new flights for an existing auger. Upon inspection of the auger Ajax’s engineering team quickly found that complete…
Metso aggregates president to leave company
Markku Simula, president, aggregates business area, has decided to leave Metso. He will continue in his current role until a successor has been appointed and will leave Metso by the end of February 2027 at the latest. Markku has had a distinguished career at Metso…
Autopack and Weightpack link-up to provide advanced net weight filling systems
Independent integrator of packaging lines Autopack has entered into a strategic partnership with Italian equipment manufacturer Weightpack, bringing advanced net weight filling and capping systems closer to the UK. The partnership gives manufacturers in the food, drink, chemical, cleaning, personal care and wider liquid packaging…
Emerson expands edge intelligence for packaging and F&B with PACEdge™ 3.0
Emerson has introduced PACEdge™ version 3.0, a major update to its IIoT enablement platform designed to accelerate AI adoption and simplify application deployment. The latest release brings new capabilities that directly support packaging and food and beverage manufacturers seeking to enhance productivity, standardise operations and…
GEODIS to open pharmaceutical warehouse
Global logistics provider, GEODIS, is set to open a new pharmaceutical warehouse in Manchester, UK. The warehouse will support pharmaceutical customers with enhanced inventory management and cross-docking operations.The facility will offer 2,000 pallet positions for sensitive pharmaceutical products that require strict temperature management and regulatory compliance, temperature-controlled zones with 24/7 monitoring, sustainable design with energy-efficient systems and waste-reduction processes.“This new…
Gericke introduces GFS Gen3 for advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing
Gericke has launched the GFS Gen3, a next‑generation continuous manufacturing platform designed to streamline pharmaceutical production from clinical development through to commercial scale.The system addresses industry demands for faster development cycles, improved containment and simplified process transitions. GFS Gen3 enables manufacturers to maintain a consistent…
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Cemex UK announces opening of new dry mortar and concrete plant
Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex has announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Swindon, Wiltshire, dedicated to lower carbon dry mortar and sprayed concrete production. The new plant will enable Cemex UK’s Mortar business to increase production capacity in the South East…
New Ajax Equipment screw enhances waste handling at UK Remediation
Solids handling specialist Ajax Equipment has supplied UK Remediation with a new screw to enhance feeder performance at the company’s Exeter washplant. UK Remediation approached Ajax for new flights for an existing auger. Upon inspection of the auger Ajax’s engineering team quickly found that complete…
Autopack and Weightpack link-up to provide advanced net weight filling systems
Independent integrator of packaging lines Autopack has entered into a strategic partnership with Italian equipment manufacturer Weightpack, bringing advanced net weight filling and capping systems closer to the UK. The partnership gives manufacturers in the food, drink, chemical, cleaning, personal care and wider liquid packaging…
Emerson expands edge intelligence for packaging and F&B with PACEdge™ 3.0
Emerson has introduced PACEdge™ version 3.0, a major update to its IIoT enablement platform designed to accelerate AI adoption and simplify application deployment. The latest release brings new capabilities that directly support packaging and food and beverage manufacturers seeking to enhance productivity, standardise operations and…
Flexible screw conveyor with Trough Hopper
This Flexicon® flexible screw conveyor with trough hopper can receive material from multiple outlets of feeders, grinders, blenders, bulk bag dischargers, or any process equipment with a wide-style discharge. Measuring 108 in. (275 cm) in length, the hopper’s low (36 in/92cm) profile enables it to…
Metso posts strong Q2 growth as minerals orders surge 24%
Metso delivered a solid second‑quarter performance for 2026, reporting strong order momentum, improved profitability and continued investment in customer‑focused service expansion. The company said activity in both the Minerals and Aggregates segments remained healthy, supporting double‑digit order growth and a strengthened backlog. Orders received rose…
HAVER & BOECKER to showcase AIR technology and sustainable filtration innovations
HAVER & BOECKER will present a wide range of new bulk‑handling, packing and filtration technologies at POWTECH TECHNOPHARM 2026, with a strong focus on its AIR (Artificial Intelligence & Robotics) concept. The company will demonstrate how AI‑driven systems, advanced robotics and sustainable wire‑mesh solutions are…
Knocker to go enhances flow reliability for containers and silos
singold gerätetechnik has introduced the Knocker to go, a mobile pneumatic knocker designed specifically to improve material flow in containers, silos and other vessels used across the bulk handling and processing industries. The innovation centres on a new magnetic holder that allows the company’s long‑established…
New ribbon blender to boost bulk solid materials efficiency
A new Munson Ribbon Blender, model HD-6-1/2-15 SS, blends up to 14.16 m3 of bulk solid materials with or without low or high percentages of liquids. The split double-helical agitator design employs outer and inner blades that move material in opposing directions, achieving batch uniformity…
Bühler unveils energy‑saving cocoa roaster for global processors
Swiss technology group Bühler has launched Lucent, a new industrial cocoa nib roaster that cuts energy use by at least 20% per tonne compared with its predecessor while increasing throughput by up to 20% within the same footprint. The machine, developed by Bühler engineers and…
WAMGROUP launches RECOFIL™ to automate industrial dust recovery
WAMGROUP has introduced RECOFIL™, a pneumatic dust recovery system designed to automate the removal and transfer of dust collected by industrial filtration systems. While effective dust filtration is essential in many industrial processes, the handling of recovered material after filtration often remains a manual and…
Rotolok manufactures rotary valves for pellet handling applications
Rotolok has recently completed the manufacture of another batch of 600mm Heavy-Duty Rotary Valves, purpose-built for demanding torrefied pellet handling applications. These can present significant operational challenges due to their abrasive nature and tendency to cause jamming if equipment is not correctly specified. Rotolok’s Heavy-Duty…
Bagging, Packaging & Transport News
ADM expands Scottish feed ingredient supply chain with enhanced operations
ADM is expanding its Scottish operations with a new storage and berthing capacity at the Port of Greenock…
18 Aug '26
Abbey Logistics and British Sugar pioneer low-emission tractor unit for bulk transport
Abbey Logistics Group, the UK's leading bulk food logistics road tanker specialist, has developed an innovative new tractor…
27 Jul '26
Brenntag reveals new distribution agreement with BASF for range of products including powders
Brenntag has announced a new distribution agreement with BASF. This agreement is part of the expansion of the portfolio…
21 Jul '26
Huge ‘milestone’ as UK process filter manufacturer opens expanded Polish hub
A UK process filter maker has celebrated the official opening of an expanded, purpose-built 2,800 sq m manufacturing…
13 Jul '26
Metso strengthens Asia Pacific mill lining performance with new long-term agreements
Helsinki-based Metso is expanding its mill lining Life Cycle Services (LCS) footprint across the Asia Pacific region, securing…
29 Jun '26
Liverpool sees 200% rise in fertiliser import interest
The Port of Liverpool is experiencing a surge in demand from fertiliser importers as continued uncertainty surrounding global…
25 Jun '26
HAVER & BOECKER marks 20 years of ADAMS® with launch of next‑generation ROTO‑PACKER® RS
HAVER & BOECKER has unveiled the latest evolution of its ADAMS® Form‑Fill‑Seal (FFS) technology with the launch of…
15 Jun '26
H.Essers opens new multimodal terminal in Bergen op Zoom
H.Essers has inaugurated its new container terminal in Bergen op Zoom, the Netherlands, strengthening its position as a…
12 Jun '26
Emerson launches world’s first PEX liners for magnetic flowmeters
Emerson has announced the release of PEX liners for its Rosemount™ 8750W Magnetic Flow meter, Rosemount 8705 Flanged…
8 Jun '26
SSB Wägetechnik and Automation Steel strengthen European push for palletising robotics
SSB Wägetechnik and Automation Steel have announced a deeper partnership aimed at expanding their presence in Europe’s fast‑growing…
5 Jun '26
Laura Heinen named FIBCA vice-president
Laura Heinen, director of sales and marketing at Rapid Packaging, has been named vice-president of the Flexible Intermediate…
3 Jun '26
PortRail Group launches as new force in UK bulk materials logistics
PortRail Group has officially launched as a new integrated player in the UK bulk materials handling and logistics…
29 May '26
Treatment, Measurement & Control News
Gericke makes improvements to Fast Clean rotary valves
Gericke RotaVal has again updated its range of Fast Clean rotary valves, combining enhanced hygienic design with innovative features that increase productivity, reduce downtime and ensure safe, reliable operation. Certified to USDA Dairy, EHEDG, and ATEX standards, the updated range is engineered for demanding industries…
Indeeco broadens heat trace portfolio for food, beverage and critical industrial operations
Indeeco has expanded its electric heating and thermal management portfolio with a new line of heat trace cables, connection kits and installation accessories engineered for demanding industrial environments. The launch strengthens the company’s offering for sectors such as food and beverage production, chemical processing, water…
Bühler acquires endeco to accelerate innovation
Bühler Group has acquired German plant engineering company endeco GmbH and its subsidiary, endeco Protein and Food, strengthening its position in the fast-growing sector.The acquisition builds on a successful partnership between the two companies that has been in place since 2022.Over the past several years…
Coperion technology gets green light from the US FDA
Germany-based Coperion has received a Letter of No Objection (LNO) from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP) recycling technology.The letter confirms that the combination of Coperion twin screw extruders and EcoFresh silo degassing used in the…
EU Regulation 2023/2055 introduces major compliance shift for plastics processors
European companies involved in producing or handling plastic pellets, flakes and powders are preparing for sweeping changes following the adoption of Regulation (EU) 2023/2055, one of the most significant legislative steps in the EU’s campaign against microplastic pollution.The regulation amends Annex XVII of REACH and…
ifm electronic launches new ultrasonic flowmeters for food and beverage sectors
ifm electronic has unveiled an ultrasonic flowmeter range designed to deliver higher measurement accuracy and easier integration across the bulk food and beverage industries.The SU Puresonic Hygienic (SUH) series targets production environments with strict sanitary requirements. The model measures conductive and non‑conductive media and use…
Metso boosts mineralogy firepower with major upgrade at Pori Research Centre
Metso has strengthened its mineralogy capabilities with a new investment at its Research Centre in Pori, Finland, aimed at helping mining customers accelerate project development and make better‑informed decisions from early design through to operational optimisation.The upgrade centres on the installation of a TESCAN…
New ATEX dust and fume extraction range available from Filtermist
Filtermist Limited has expanded its industrial safety offering with the launch of the new AD EX range – a fully ATEX‑rated dust and fume extraction solution engineered by sister company Absolent for manufacturers working with combustible dust.Suitable for industries including food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and…
LiquiSonic® detects product changes immediately
SensoTech has unveiled a major enhancement in the safe handling of polymerisation‑critical monomers with its LiquiSonic® inline measurement technology.Monomers such as methyl methacrylate (MMA), styrene, acrylates, methacrylates, acrylic acid and methacrylic acid are typically transported and stored in stabilised form, yet they remain vulnerable to…
Daudin expands Fieldbus Modular Remote I/O Series for digital transformation
Daudin has announced the UK availability of its expanded iO‑GRID X modular remote I/O series, strengthening the company’s offering for manufacturers and systems integrators pursuing smarter, more connected industrial operations.Designed to simplify digital transformation on the factory floor, the iO‑GRID X platform provides extensive protocol…
OMRON unveils new mast configuration options for OL‑450S AMR
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has announced a significant expansion to its OL‑450S Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) platform, introducing new mast configuration options designed to give manufacturers greater freedom to tailor automation to their facility layout and operational demands.The OL‑450S can now be deployed in…
Sanitary Paddle blender imparts shear
A new Munson Sanitary Paddle Blender with two intensifiers blends, de-agglomerates and disperses dry bulk materials, pastes, slurries and emulsions in batches to 0.34 m3. Driven by a 3.73 kW wash-down duty motor, the shaft is configured with 16 radial arms and short-length paddles that…
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Cemex UK announces opening of new dry mortar and concrete plant
Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex has announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Swindon, Wiltshire, dedicated to lower carbon dry mortar and sprayed concrete production. The new plant will enable Cemex UK’s…
Metso acquires hose and progressive cavity pumps business
Metso has signed an agreement to acquire peristaltic hose pump and progressive cavity pump technologies, as well as related aftermarket spare parts and service offering capabilities from Valmet, a global technology leader in serving process…
