Inquests, Investigations and Operator Responsibilities

Join us for an insightful presentation from Backhouse Jones on Inquests, Investigations and Operator Responsibilities.

BES & IPlantE Seminar

Join us this September for the BES & IPlantE Autumn Seminar, bringing together engineers and industry professionals for an afternoon of insightful CPD sessions, expert presentations and networking.

The Future of Electric Refuse Collection Vehicles

Join us for an informative and engaging CPD event with Geoff Rigg, Aftermarket Director at Dennis Eagle, one of the UK’s leading refuse collection vehicle manufacturers. Discover the latest fully integrated electric refuse collection vehicles (RCVs), explore the support available for transitioning to low-emission fleets, and gain valuable insights into the operational and compliance considerations shaping the future of waste and recycling vehicle management.

Site Visit to Pelican Engineering Group

Join us for an exclusive visit to Pelican Engineering Group, the UK distributor of Yutong buses, coaches and electric trucks. The event will include presentations from Pelican Engineering and Yutong, followed by a tour of the facilities and an opportunity to view vehicles on site. The visit will run from 10:30am to approximately 12:30pm. Attendees will need to arrange their own transport, with the option to coordinate

Visit to Motus Commercials new DAF Trucks Dealership

Join us for an exclusive visit to Motus Commercials' new DAF Trucks dealership, where guests will explore the state-of-the-art facility, discover the latest DAF truck innovations, and learn more about the dealership's commitment to delivering exceptional commercial vehicle solutions.

IRTE Northern Centre host talk on vehicle safety systems

Andy Waddington of Spillard Vehicle Safety Systems presented the IRTE Northern Centre’s May Continuing Professional Development (CPD) event. 

King concern

Fifth wheel systems that engage the trailer kingpin, as well as drawbar couplings, are simple mechanical connections. They require basic maintenance and training to use safely, but additional equipment offers extra protection. Steve Banner reports on how to maintain, specify and operate them

Licensed to skill

Keeping Biffa's massive UK waste management operations on the move is a man with a mission. Shaun Stephenson has watched the skills levels within both industry as a whole, and the engineering profession in particular, go through a serious decline - one that has impacted his own company as well - and is determined to see that trend reversed.

Acoustic-based machine condition monitoring – methods and challenges

Earlier this year, we were privileged to welcome Dr Gbanaibolou Jombo  (CEng MIMechE, FHEA, PHD, MSc, PGCert, BTech) from the University of Hertfordshire, for a captivating live presentation on Acoustic-based Machine Condition Monitoring.

Age concern

A sharp focus on maintenance can result in significant improvements in factory operations, but too many managers struggle to take seriously the upkeep of their plant and equipment, says Ian Vallely