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Eurotank ’ s futuristic tank cleaning
Eurotank Environmental is taking tank cleaning to the next level with the launch of an unmanned service using remoteoperated robots .
Investment in two Zone 0 robots enables Eurotank to offer an unmanned tank cleaning service for underground and above-ground storage tanks that is every bit as effective as manned entry .
Eurotank claims to be the first company in the UK to offer robotic tank cleaning along with the ability to do all associated works such as tank lid removals and any required tank repairs or lining that involve manned tank entry .
The smaller of the two robots has been designed to enter tanks typically found on petrol stations and is controlled from a skidmounted control unit , which is the size of a compressor .
The larger machine , which gives the industrial services team an additional method for de-gassing and cleaning bulk above-ground storage tanks , is controlled from a secure container , which will be transported to sites by a lorry-mounted crane .
Alex Lis , Eurotank Environmental ’ s operations director , said : “ We ’ re really excited to be able to offer robotic tank cleaning . Some customers do not allow confined space entry and traditional methods of remote tank cleaning are not always as effective as manned entry – until now .
“ Safety is our priority and while our engineers follow stringent safety protocols during confined space entry , robotic cleaning systems remove that requirement .”
‘ Future Energy ’ the theme for the Fuellers Energy Conference
The Fuellers are very excited to be currently planning the second Earl of Wessex Conference , to be held on 15th November 2021 , at the prestigious Royal College of Physicians , Regent ’ s Park .
Carrie Marsh , Master Elect of the Worshipful Company of Fuellers commented : “ Our first conference , held in November 2019 , provided an entertaining and informative day , and was very well received . It was one of the highlights of the year for the Fuellers and a great way for Fuellers to interact with both the wider industry and our charity partners . We are hoping to do even better this time around .”
The conference immediately follows the conclusion of COP26 and once again focuses on the theme of ‘ Future Energy ’. There will be an excellent group of very senior , knowledgeable speakers addressing the most important issues influencing the journey to a sustainable future ; including the achievements and failures of the last two years , personal feedback from COP26 , a look at what incentives are required in order to achieve net zero , in depth reviews of energy storage , some new energy technologies on the horizon , and finally , a senior economist ’ s view of the energy future .
Carrie continued : “ In the middle of all of this , and reflecting our commitment to education , we are planning on holding the final of our competition offering prizes to young energy professionals and academics for the best new energy ideas .”
Keep an eye out for details of the 2021 conference or register your interest by contacting the Fuellers via the website at : www . fuellers . co . uk
The Prax Group appoints interim CFO
The Prax Group has appointed Rob Marrow as interim group chief financial officer ( CFO ) with immediate effect . The group is continuing its search for a permanent CFO and will update the market on its progress as appropriate .
Rob brings with him a wealth of experience in roles that have included responsibility for strategy , corporate finance , M & A transactions , and investor relations . He was more recently , the commercial and financial lead for the group in the acquisition of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery .
With over two decades of experience across oil and gas , manufacturing , technology , retail , supply chain and trading , he is an experienced finance leader with a proven track record of delivering growth , championing change and building teams .
Sanjeev Kumar , chief executive officer , said : “ Rob ’ s broad financial experience and comprehensive knowledge of our business make him a strong appointment as our interim group CFO , providing continuity while we continue our search for a permanent CFO .”
Rob will succeed Robin Edwards , who sadly passed away on 30 June 2021 .
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