EuroWire March 2025

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Patent granted for offshore wind farm base solution The European Patent Office (EPO) has granted a European patent for the gravity-based base solution for an offshore wind power plant developed by Enersense. The base solution is transported by floating to the installation site. Installation on the bottom is carried out by ballasting. By de-ballasting, the base can then be raised and re-used in a new location, or delivered for recycling at patent strengthens our position as an innovation leader and gives us even better opportunities to meet our customers’ needs and develop new, top quality solutions.” Enersense International plc www.enersense.com Solving production interruptions and imprecise manufacturing the end of the product’s life cycle. When using ballast, the need for large floating crane vessels is avoided when installing the stand. Development of the concept began in 2017, and the patent application was published in 2020. The European patent (no. 3879035) was officially published on 11 September 2024. “We are very proud of this new patent, which represents a significant step forward for the offshore wind industry,” said Niko Suomela, vice president, Enersense offshore business. “This

The treatment technologies give the products dimensional accuracy and surface quality, which are essential for smooth production processes. Whether austenitic, martensitic or duplex stainless steels, all Swiss Steel Group products are available in both standard and sustainable green steel quality. In addition, the wire and bar steel products can be supplied in individual lengths and diameters to meet specific production requirements. Using resource-saving processes, the Swiss Steel Group reduces CO 2 emissions without compromising product quality. The flexibility of the production structure also makes it possible to respond quickly to customer enquiries and process orders. Swiss Steel Group https://swisssteel-group.com of these reasons. I hope to bring my almost 20 years of industry experience to the customer base here in the Southeast.” In addition to the rubber and plastics extruder market, Mr Guigli serves the construction, infrastructure, medical, food, industrial packaging and home care products sectors. Guill Tool & Engineering, Co, Inc https://guill.com JCM Plastics Machinery www.jcmplasticsmachinery.com

that reduces tool wear. This results in fewer maintenance intervals and minimised downtime in production, for greater efficiency and productivity. The company’s drawn wires are designed for applications in the aerospace, medical technology and watchmaking industries, which require particularly high precision. The products can be supplied in individual lengths and diameters

In the manufacturing industry, and particularly in bar turning, production interruptions and a lack of precision are often a challenge. The Swiss Steel Group offers drawn stainless steel products to solve these problems while meeting high environmental standards. Using the UGIMA® process, the Swiss Steel Group states that its products are not only of high quality, but also environmentally friendly. All steels on offer can be supplied as Green Steel variants, which are produced with a reduced CO 2 footprint. The Swiss Steel Group underlined its claim to be a pioneer in climate-friendly steel production by winning the German Sustainability Award. Complete control of the production process, from raw material procurement to final processing, enables the Swiss Steel Group to deliver consistent quality

Guill names new sales representative Extrusion tooling firm Guill Tool has hired a new sales representative firm. Located in Roswell, Georgia, USA, JCM Plastics Machinery is a plastics and rubber manufacturing equipment representative covering the Southeastern US territory. designer and product manager to regional sales manager and then vice president of sales for the North American aftermarket.

Covering North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama, Mr Guigli’s primary responsibility is to sell the extrusion product portfolio to existing and new customers. “Guill has a strong name in the market, and they make a good product,” said Mr Guigli. “I’m happy to be attaching my name and my company to Guill because

Joseph Guigli, the company’s president/ owner, holds a BS in mechanical engineering from the University of Vermont. After graduation, he started working at Davis-Standard in Pawcatuck, Connecticut, USA. He then held various positions within the company, ranging from mechanical engineer, screw

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