ATEX specialist ExVeritas accepted as Partner Test Laboratory by ATEX Notified Body TRaC
ExVeritas have had their new expanded ATEX test facility audited and accepted by TRaC, A leading UK Notified Body for ATEX.
Under TRaC’s ‘Partner Laboratory Scheme’ ExVeritas can now test and assess all categories of products under the ATEX Directive, with successful completion leading to ATEX Notified Body Certification from TRaC.
ExVeritas was formed by the former (Read More)
Gems Sensors And Controls New Sensor Range Saves Time And Cost In Hazardous Applications
Gems has introduced a new series of compact and robust sensors for harsh environments.
The 31CS and 32CS series sensors can be fitted directly to pipe work, reducing the time and cost of installation. This makes the sensors ideal for hazardous area installations such as wellhead automation, gas distribution and gas compressors, where installation can be difficult. (Read More)
The Bifold Group broadens its valve line with a range of medium pressure ball and needle valves, delivering safe, reliable operation to 20,000 psi / 1379 bar.
Both valve types are available in 1/4”, 3/8”, 9/16”, 3/4” and 1” tubing sizes, comprising of a coned and threaded connection. (Read More)
After a very successful period of presenting 2, 3 and 4 hour DSEAR awareness training lectures, the company made the decision to further expand the programme to include a new 7 hour lecture day, based on their already popular IOSH Accredited and Certified training course.
The new 7 hour lecture day does not include the (Read More)
Control And Monitoring System For Hazardous Areas
Control and monitoring is particularly critical for oil and gas refineries and petrochemical plants, where even the slightest uncontrolled increase in temperature could lead to an explosion.
Any control and monitoring products used in these areas should be high quality and designed specifically for that purpose. In the European market, this means complying with stringent ATEX regulations. (Read More)
Alternators For Hazardous Area Use.
Gencoeec Ltd of Ketton Lincolnshire UK have developed a special type of brushless non sparking 4pole [1500-1800RPM] alternators specifically for use in hazardous environments in mines and oil fields.
The machines comply with European and North American specifications for zone 2 EExnA/BIIT3 and ATEX compliance.
All the units are totally enclosed (Read More)
Flextraction Ltd, supplier and manufacturer of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) has recently delivered 6 wall mounted fume and dust extraction systems to Weldability-Sif in Letchworth Garden City and Flextraction Installation Engineers installed the equipment in the UK’s first specialist foundation level welder training facility at Stevenage Skills Centre, part of North Hertfordshire College (NHC).
These systems, two of which will be used with (Read More)
Dron & Dickson, specialists in design, supply and maintenance of hazardous area electrical equipment, has secured a major contract with SBM Offshore.
The project will see Dron & Dickson carry out electrical inspection and maintenance on SBM Offshore’s assets. TheGlobal Frame Agreement began in late 2012.
Dron & Dickson will provide a team of 60 to service the operation, including a rope access team for high-level maintenance. The firm will also provide a dedicated engineering manager to oversee work being done in all regions.
Colin Maver, Groupdirector at Dron & Dickson, said: “This contract recognises our track record in offshore electrical maintenance and is testament to our high levels of experience insafety and competence. We are investing heavily in our staff capabilities and compliance expertise, and look forward to seeing out all aspects of this operation, our first with SBM Offshore.
“Dron & Dickson has a growing portfolio of clients around the world, andwe are pleased to continue expanding globally with this operation, expanding our reach in areas such as Africa and South America.”
In addition to providing Ex maintenance, the frame agreement with SBM Offshore also allows for the provision of additional services, such as condition monitoring and trace heating maintenance.
Dron & Dickson employs more than 300 people both off and onshore and has a network of bases in Aberdeen, Hull, Lowestoft, Stirling, Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Dron & Dickson provides a wide range of services, which includes the design, specification, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment in hazardous areas both on and offshore.
In addition to targeting growth in the oil and gas sector, Dron & Dickson operates in the renewables and decommissioning markets. It also works in a variety of other sectors of industry ranging from pharmaceuticals to distilleries.The company offers a full range of life-cycle solutions and holds numerous supply agreements providing competitive contract prices, matched inventory, spend analysis, KPI reporting and technical support.
Dron & Dickson’s objective is to exceed clients’ expectations by providing services that are innovative, cost-effective and offer a complete life-cycle solution. Visit www.drondickson.co.uk for further information.
Safety specialist Draeger Safety UK Limited, plans to invest a further £1 million into the expansion of its dedicated centre in Aberdeen, following a successful three years since opening.
Since opening, Dräger has seen demand for its products and services expand, so much that business has increased, new jobs have been created, which has trebled the number of full time Dräger specialists available to meet growing customer requirements.
Located just 20 minutes from the international harbour, the centre on Tern Place in Bridge of Don, offers a dedicated Dräger training facility with a range of courses to prepare its customers prior to going offshore. In addition to on-site training and repair workshop facilities, customers can also hire, purchase and maintain Dräger products and have direct access to Dräger experts.
Dräger’s recent expansion included the introduction of a third flexible lecture suite and the development of an IT suite so that customers can access existing and newly developed e-learning courses. The Breathing Apparatus and Gas Detection maintenance area has also increased and the workshop and warehouse spaces are now double in size. The increasingly popular rental business has had more space dedicated to it, to support the expanding business and the introduction of the new FRS rental capability.
Plans are in place to develop a practical training facility adjacent to the current building, providing realistic training scenarios for courses including H2S, Authorised Gas Tester levels 1, 2 and 3, Confined Space Training, Search and Rescue and Working at Height.
Fiona Revie, Centre Manager at Dräger’s Aberdeen office, has worked at the Aberdeen centre for two years said: “With sales and service subsidiaries in over 40 countries including the UK, Norway, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and now Aberdeen, we are perfectly positioned to service our Oil and Gas customers from the heart of the industry, surrounding the North Sea.
“The team and I are extremely proud of what we have already achieved here in Aberdeen. We are looking forward to our future expansion plans coming to fruition and continuing to serve our customers in Aberdeen and beyond with products and training that protect plant and personal safety.”
For more information about Dräger, please visit www.draeger.com.
For more information about the Aberdeen Centre, contact the team directly on: 01224 701 569, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or visit the Centre: 2 Tern Place, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8JX.
