BORRI single phase compact UPS is big on power management

Leading UK suppliers of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) solutions, Borri Ltd, has launched an exciting new range of compact, reliable and ultra-efficient UPS systems, which when used in On-line double conversion mode, offer the highest possible levels of protection for organisations requiring pure, true, uninterrupted power.

A development of Borri's earlier, highly popular and flexible B300 UPS, the new B400 series carries far more features but continues to offer the same affordability and multifunctional characteristics of its predecessor. These include sophisticated On-line double conversion topology, integrated smart-slot for the option of SNMP, MODBUS or relay contact interface and remote intelligent UPS management software.

The revolutionaryB400 UPS 1-3kVA offers even greater levels of efficiency and comes with free downloads of intelligent, user friendly monitoring and shut-down software which is suitable for the majority of software operating systems. Fitted with IEC retention clips, an emergency power off connection and an Eco mode function, it can also help businesses to significantly cut energy bills and reduce their carbon footprint.

This latest addition to Borri's arsenal of UPS systems for emergency power has been designed to offer complete ease of use and control, featuring user selectable output voltage and frequency. With state-of-the-art design functionality and up to the minute technology, the B400 achieves optimum security and UPS reliability.

The B400 UPS' ability to withstand large input voltage variations before transferring to battery power extends battery service life by eliminating unnecessary battery discharges, and increases overall efficiency, that, coupled with the new Eco mode function ultimately enables users to achieve superior efficiency levels.
Based on a genuine 'plug and play' concept, the B400 UPS range can be delivered ready for immediate use providing true online isolated output, making the transfer to battery power seamless, with no break in supply, to provide the greatest level of protection.

The B400 has a powerful internal charger enabling power back-up times of up to eight hours, with a six-hour recovery time. With average UK power cuts lasting no more than a matter of minutes the B400 is suitable for a wide range of businesses including small to medium sized offices, telecoms centres and security facilities.
Borri is dedicated to developing technologies to continually improve its existing products and the B400 1-3kVA is the latest in high efficiency UPS for reducing power consumption.

As managing director Ian Tucker explained: "We are extremely proud and excited to be introducing the B400 series. After 18 months of rigorous development, the B400 is not only highly affordable but is feature rich, with true online double conversion mode and eco functions. These coupled with its compact design and supreme reliability makes the B400 a genuine market leading product."

Borri is the sole UK distributor for all of Borri S.p.A. systems which ensure a continuous source of power in critical national infrastructure sites including data centres, the emergency services, airports, hospitals, security establishments and academic institutions.

Borri Ltd is an independent business which works closely with its sister brand Borri S.p.A based in Italy manufacturing and supplying high-efficiency Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems.

With extensive experience of UPS systems, the UK company began trading in 1994, supplying UPS systems from 1kVA to 1MVA from its Sheffield headquarters.

The company offers full turnkey UPS solutions, electrical infrastructures, delivery, positioning and SLA driven maintenance contracts to over 2,000 customer sites in a variety of sectors, from academia to manufacturing. For information, view website: www.borri.co.uk   Refer to page 106

Optical Metrology Services
Ltd appoints sales agent for Brazil

Specialist pipe measurement technology company for the oil and gas industry, Optical Metrology Services (OMS) Ltd, has appointed Nortech as its sales agent for Brazil.

Established in 1999 and based in Rio de Janeiro, Nortech is a specialist provider of innovative calibration and leak detection products and services to the natural gas, petroleum and power generation industries.

Adriano Camino, Managing Director at Nortech commented on the new agreement: "Nortech has very quickly established a reputation for partnering only with those companies who are seen as market leaders in their industry sector. With OMS' expertise in oil and gas pipe measurement, combined with Nortech's experience in providing pipeline leak detection systems and pressure monitoring of natural gas pipelines, our agreement makes complete sense and should create some very interesting synergies."

OMS' pipe measurement products and services are providing benefits for major oil and gas companies around the world. OMS is currently providing services for two projects in Brazil, the first for Petrobras on one of its onshore pipeline projects, the other working for Subsea 7 on its offshore P55 project. Nortech, on the other hand, secured its first contract with Petrobras in 2010 for the provision of leak detection services on natural gas projects.

Hugh Davies, Director of Client Solutions at OMS commented: "Having a local agent in Brazil will help OMS to secure more business from what is fast becoming a key growth area in the international oil and gas market."

OMS' groundbreaking Smart-FitÔ software uses pipe measurement data to predict and control fit-up, before the pipes are brought into the bead stall for welding. This prevents production hiccups due to poor fit-up and manages the assembly of problem pipes to maximise welding productivity.

For end dimensioning of pipes, OMS utilises its own automatic Pipe CheckerÔ laser measurement tool, which is capable of measuring more than 2,000 IDs and 2,000 OD's, as well as being able to accurately measure the WTs for each pipe end in less than 20 seconds. This tool is accurate to 0.05mm and enables just two OMS staff to measure a minimum of 200 pipe ends in a single shift. This means less time on site, minimising project delays and costs for the customer.

OMS' internal weld inspection system inspects the internal size and shape of girth welds on pipes that are destined for use in deepsea subsea oil and gas applications. The Internal Weld Scanning Tool is a novel system that internally scans welds inside pipes and valve manifold systems, both visually and dimensionally, enabling inspectors to quickly and confidently assess the quality of the root weld. The tool can be used on corrosion-resistant alloy-lined pipe to identify sour (aggressive) ingress points, in both clad butt-weld and clad weld inlay applications. The tool can also be used to improve weld procedure development efficiency and to check the root weld and geometry before next passes are deposited. The technology is also used in fatigue-sensitive applications (SCRs) where pipes are subjected to higher dynamic stresses.

All of OMS' technology can be deployed onshore and offshore at different stages of the pipe welding process.

For further information, email: denise@optical-metrology-services.com  Refer to page 50

New product support manager for Hi-line

Hi-line Industries Ltd, the air treatment specialists, are pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Cowap to the position of Product Support Manager. His responsibilities will be to provide support for all the Hi-line agents and resellers located right across the UK, from north of their Burton-on-Trent headquarters up to the Scottish borders.

Hi-line believe in the efficacy of a well established agency and distribution network, which provides literally hundreds of sales personnel on call. Martin is charged with further developing this existing network, and also establishing new distributors for areas where customer demands may not currently be adequately serviced.

Martin's previous experience includes being a Key Account Manager, providing product specialist/technical support and general sales project management experience in the compressed air and other associated industries.

He will be reporting directly to Kevin Morris, Business Development manager for Hi-line, with both these employees having some common past experience working for Beko Technologies Ltd - 'the carbon bag company'.

A range of CDA refrigerant air dryers from Hi-line

The CDA (Clean Dry Air) range from Hi-line Industries Ltd, provides air that has been filtered and dehumidified to remove both particulates and moisture for safe use in pneumatic devices or systems. Rather than being manufactured to meet a commercial capital cost, these products have been designed for reliability, coupled with economic cost of ownership. Nevertheless, these products are claimed to represent the best value money for comparable units currently available in the UK. Any non-essential lights or electronic circuitry have been eliminated to minimise the potential 'weakest links' which are common in most budget dryer ranges.

 A range of 15 standard models offering flow rates from 21 to 775 cfm are currently available ex-stock, with larger dryers up to 9680 cfm capacity manufactured to order on short delivery. All products offer performance in accordance with ISO 7183. The dewpoint is displayed directly from the refrigerant circuit via a manometer which indicates both dewpoint and pressure as exact, real time readings. Operating pressures from 2 to 16 barg can be accommodated, with a maximum inlet air temperature of 55°C. The standard ambient temperature range is 0° to 43°C with a 47°C option also available. A full range of high performance oil and particle removal filters are also available to suit the full range of dryers.
 
Approved R134a or R404a refrigerants are used throughout, with the ex-stock dryers operating off a 230v single phase 50-60Hz power supply. Connections range from 1/2" BSP up to an 8" flanged outlet over the range. All these high quality dryers, which are available in a standard finish of compressed air blue (RAL 5015), are also fitted with HTD autodrains, with a ball valve strainer for protection. High pressure and thermal mass dryers are also available to order, with nationwide back-up and service support by our own engineers also available for the full range of Hi-line products.

For further information, e-mail: enquiries@hilineindustries.com  or view website: www.hilineindustries.com  Refer to next  page