Konecranes has introduced a Hybrid (diesel/electric) power option for its Rubber Tired Gantry cranes (RTGs), which can reduce diesel fuel consumption by over 60 %. With the addition of this new power option, Konecranes now provides a full range of solutions for RTGs: Hybrid Power Pack, Diesel Fuel Saver, and two electric power options, the Cable Reel and Busbar. Customers can thus choose either a diesel or electric solution, depending on their business requirements. The Hybrid Power Pack and Diesel Fuel Saver provide the flexibility of diesel power, while the two electric options provide the benefits and convenience of electricity – no diesel, less maintenance, less noise and lower emissions.

The first new mine for ages is being built at Pajala, in northern Sweden. Ruukki is delivering steel components for the mining industry and structures for the concentration mill. In kiruna, also in northern Sweden, the existing mine is being enlarged by building a new mine level at a depth of 1,300 metres.

Finland-based Pankaboard added to its environmental credentials after securing a certificate for complying with the latest version of FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) standard. Since the beginning of 2012, the company has held the FSC chain-of-custody certification.

The capacity of the Stringo 450 vehicle mover was recently upgraded 50% to three metric tonnes, meaning that the Mover can now also move Vans and light Trucks as easily, safely and efficiently as it moves lighter vehicles. With increased capacity, all company operations can be improved while retaining and improving time and surface area efficiency.

Ruukki, the Finnish producer of high-quality steel, presents a new co-operation concept during the ESEF 2012 exhibition, the Ruukki Laser Dealers.

Please come and visit the Metso stand A-36 1st pavilion at Russia Power, Moscow. We will reveal Metso’s interesting growth in Eastern Europe and are therefore inviting you to our press presentation Sustainable energy is coming to Russia. This is an opportunity for you not to miss, with Mr. Ville Haapasalo opening the two press presentations.

Using latest technology in combustion of oil and gas can provide significant savings in overall energy consumption.  Modern oxygen control that compensates changes in ambient temperature and fuel qualities can increase energy efficiency up to 3%.  By adding the usage of hot combustion air another 2-3% can be saved.  Modern burner technology without mechanical linkage, operating with accurate servomotors, can mean big savings in energy cost.