Since its creation in 2010, FIJI has become a familiar presence across many sites process sites in the UK. Many recognise the logo on joint integrity tags, yet few realise that FIJI is far more than a visual marker. It is a complete engineering philosophy developed by Zulu Joint Integrity and built on internationally recognised […]
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We’re all set up, ready to welcome our first ever cohort from Gemmak Engineering Gemmak is a well established process industries fabrication company based in Swansea, South Wales. Given that bolted flange joint assemblies play a significant part in their fabrication and installation services, our Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) approved mechanical joint integrity course
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We are delighted to welcome another cohort of employees from Vale Base Metals, Clydach Refinery, where our Jodi Annette is delivering our Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) – approved Mechanical Joint Integrity training, aligned to BS EN 1591‑4:2013. This programme continues to play a vital role in strengthening site competence, improving asset integrity performance, and
Today we welcomed another cohort of personnel from Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics in Pembrokeshire as they completed our ECITB‑approved MJI23 Powered Equipment Torque Course. The course focuses on the safe and competent use of calibrated powered torque equipment for bolted joint integrity and is designed for professionals working across all industry sectors where precision
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Today is a proud moment for us as we welcome Shaun Young into our team as a site-based Joint Integrity (QA/QC) Technician — and his journey to this point deserves to be recognised. In early 2025, as part of the UK government funded NPT Employability/Tata Steel UK transition programme, we supported individuals affected by the
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This week, our senior joint integrity trainer Jodi Annette welcomed Darren McIvor and Scott Kinley from one of our newest clients, ASEE Group, to our Chesterfield training centre, where we delivered EN1591‑4:2013 Mechanical Joint Integrity training. ASEE Group, headquartered in Northern Ireland, is a long‑established leader in mechanical and electrical engineering, specialising in generator integration
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Today we had the pleasure of welcoming Jamie Harris from Avantis to our training centre for a one‑to‑one Mechanical Joint Integrity course (BS EN 1591-4:2013), expertly delivered by our senior trainer, Jodi Annette. At just 20 years old, Jamie demonstrated outstanding enthusiasm, focus, and a genuine willingness to learn. He engaged brilliantly throughout the theory
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There isn’t just one way into an engineering career. Young people today have genuine choice in how they begin their journey: UniversityA route rich in theory, research, and deep technical understanding. It’s where future innovators, designers, and leaders often build the academic foundations that shape their careers. ApprenticeshipsA hands‑on, immersive route where learning happens on
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I’ve always taken real pride in being a mentor to engineering apprentices — and I know my team feels exactly the same. So, coming off the back of National Apprenticeship Week earlier this month, it’s genuinely disheartening to hear some negativity about the lack of mentorship… Recently I’ve spoken to several apprentices who have attended
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At the time of this incident last year, the root cause was unclear; however, once the official investigations concluded it became evident that inadequate training and poor supervision were key contributors to the release of live hydrocarbons. Unfortunately, we have seen similar failures in the UK, where loss of primary containment has resulted from competency
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