by Paul Glister | Feb 22, 2023 | Editorial
The Beginning of Rope Access Rope access has been around for many years now. In the 1930s, men were seated on a wooden plank called a Bosuns’ Chair and lowered down on the end of a rope. Even the ancient Egyptians used to lower men on ropes made from reed fibres... by Paul Glister | Feb 8, 2023 | Editorial
Rope access is a safe, cost-effective and efficient way to gain access to hard-to-reach areas compared to more traditional methods such as scaffolding or ladders. It offers several advantages over these traditional approaches which make it an attractive option for... by Paul Glister | Nov 18, 2022 | Editorial
Over the years we have gained vast knowledge and experience lining and repairing storage tanks of all different shapes and sizes. Above ground, underground, some in good condition, some in bad condition, and many in VERY bad condition. One thing is clear from our time... by Paul Glister | Jun 18, 2021 | Editorial
This year marks a fantastic milestone for Abfad Limited; we celebrate 25 years of providing our services to industry and we’d like to thank all of our clients, many of which have been with us since our early years. Abfad: The Early Years Formed in 1996 by directors... by Paul Glister | Dec 13, 2019 | Editorial
North East Innovation Awards 2019 Winner Abfad Ltd The North East Innovation Awards are delivered by the Innovation SuperNetwork in partnership with RTC North to celebrate and bring a spotlight to organisations driving innovation in the region. The awards celebrate... by Paul Glister | Aug 8, 2019 | Editorial
Biofuel Bacteria Corrosion in Storage Tanks Over the year’s biofuels have been gaining increased public and scientific attention, driven by factors such as oil prices, the need for increased energy security and the concern around fossil fuels and global warming. Their...