The HSE has brought together in a new 'topic' on its website a set of advice, guidance and information relating to pressure systems. Pressure systems can range from steam-generating commercial coffee machines to large boilers - and many machines incorporate pneumatic or hydraulic systems that operate under pressure. Designers, manufacturers, suppliers, installers, users and owners have duties to fulfil in relation to health and safety of pressure systems, and the new Pressure systems section on the HSE's website aims to provide easier access to relevant information to assist with compliance, with separate sections for manufacturers/suppliers and users. Note that none of the guidance is new, but this is the first time the information about pressure systems has been accessible from a single place.

Gems Sensors and Controls has launched its new web site that extends the reach of the company's sensor and control products, and design and manufacturing services, to design engineers involved in the development of fluid control systems. It features expanded content, reorganised for easier access, a more intuitive product selection process - including sorting by sensing type and application - plus an all-new search-driven online catalogue.

Igus UK has published a new Polymer Bearings catalogue for 2011, which is available on request in hard copy format or can be downloaded directly (93.8MB).