Nidec ASI, part of the Nidec Group’s Energy & Infrastructure Division, has played a key role in the building of Ain Dubai, the world’s largest and tallest observation wheel. The company has taken care of the control system and enabled an exceptional user experience, two central aspects of the project. Some of the world’s best design engineers and partners have been involved in planning and developing Ain Dubai, which towers over the spectacular Bluewaters island destination. Uniqueness, excellence in engineering, technology and safety all combine to create a world-class entertainment experience.

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At the turn of the year, Frank Hinssen will take over as managing director of Mayfran International, a supplier of technology solutions for scrap and cooling lubricant processing, material handling in metal processing, and recycling. Hinssen, who has worked for more than 30 years in international production and material handling companies, takes over the reins from Mayfran veteran Wiel Kroonen, who is retiring after nearly 40 years with Mayfran, the last 14 years as managing director.

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With the value of collaboration in the pursuit of innovation in mind, tooling specialist Seco and its technical partners recently hosted Aero Inspiration Through Innovation (ITI), drawing more than 1439 registrants. Demonstrations showcased wire-arc additive manufacturing for Inconel blisks; on-machine broaching; tools and strategies for finishing wing pylons; automated machining of aluminium A-frames; additive/subtractive manufacturing of blisks; and five-axis machining of aluminium structural parts. Furthermore, industry panel discussions and seminar topics covered digitalisation, sustainability and automation.

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Motion control and power transmission manufacturer, Stober, has been named as the best supplier from more than 800 strategic vendors of the Trumpf Group. Alongside its product quality and all-round ability to meet delivery needs, Trumpf commended Stober’s highly professional and reliable consultancy service, as well as its round-the-clock employee flexibility. Stober, which specialises in gears and geared motors, motors and electronics, has a UK division that sends congratulations to everyone involved in achieving this highly prestigious award.

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www.stober.co.uk

Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire Germany-based Gerling GmbH, a precision tube engineering company serving multiple industries including the fast-developing hydrogen market. The offering includes innovative engineering solutions, such as high-pressure control technology in hydrogen refuelling stations. Gerling is a privately owned company headquartered in Hörste with around 75 employees. In 2020 the business had revenues of approximately SEK90m, with an EBIT margin neutral to Sandvik Materials Technology. The transaction is expected to close during the first quarter of 2022.

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www.sandvik.com