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In industries where temperature regulation is critical, reliable, efficient, and long-lasting trace heating systems are essential. Whether preventing pipes from freezing or maintaining optimal temperatures in high-risk environments, trace heating plays a vital role in ensuring smooth operations, even in the harshest conditions. At TRM, we offer full turn-key solutions in electric trace heating, covering […]

Understanding MI Cables Mineral Insulated (MI) cables are a unique type of electrical cable designed for harsh environments, including high temperatures, radiation exposure, and corrosive atmospheres. These cables are constructed with a central conductor surrounded by a magnesium oxide mineral insulation and a metallic sheath, providing exceptional performance and reliability. MI Cables in Nuclear Power […]

A thermistor is an element that senses temperature and is made up of sintered semiconductor material which displays a big change in resistance in proportion to a small alteration in temperature. They normally have negative temperature coefficients meaning the resistance goes down as the temperature goes up. Thermistors are constructed using a combination of metals […]

A resistance thermometer or resistance temperature detector (RTD) is a device which measures temperature through the resistance of a conductor. Resistance of the conductor can vary with time. It is this property of the conductor that is used for industrial temperature measurement. The RTD’s primary purpose is to produce a resistance alteration in response to […]

A J type thermocouple is one of the most common and applicable thermocouple types. The most important thing to know about this thermocouple is that is has a small temperature range and a reduced lifespan if used at higher temperatures. It has positive leg which is made from an iron wire and negative leg consisting […]

Sensors that measure temperature can come in a wide variety with different features, but they all have one thing in common: they all measure temperature by checking for some change in a physical characteristic. In this article, we will be going through each type of industrial temperature sensor and how it works. How to measure […]

  Self-regulating heat trace cables are often used to apply heat safely and efficiently for comfort, process, and maintenance purposes. They provide protection against burst water pipes, frozen roofs and gutters, ice and snow formation on ramps, paths, stairs, and many other applications. For residential and commercial buildings, these systems offer a reliable and long-term […]

Instrumentation and metrology are two terms that often get confused in some ways as they both relate to measuring. In this article, we’ll be clarifying the difference between instrumentation and metrology as well as defining each one and their role within industrial temperature measurement. What is instrumentation? Instrumentation is a fairly broad and general term […]

Maintaining or raising the temperature of pipes, instrument impulse lines, and vessels in cold conditions with specialised cables is called electrical trace heating or heat tracing. This type of heat trace is broadly used due to its impressive effects at protecting pipes and other important building elements from freezing. Care should be taken when heating […]

Industrial temperature measurement processes can have the characteristics of delaying and holding back changes in the values of the process variables. Time lags in process controls typically describes these process delays and the lags are caused by three properties of the process. These properties are resistance, capacitance, and transportation time.  Resistance  Resistance is the part […]

Rock wool insulation comes from a volcanic rock that is melted at a temperature of roughly 1,600C and then spun into wool. The newly created insulation is then bound together using resins and oils, giving the material waterproof qualities too. In this guide, we’ll be looking how rock wool insulation is used in relation to […]

Industrial temperature measurement can be done in a range of different ways. Thermometers are often used as a means of measuring temperature, but in situations where precision is essential and even the slightest spike needs to be recorded, advanced measurement devices like thermocouples are used.  These temperature sensors can pick up on very subtle changes, […]

Trace heating cable can be used on pipes made of plastic, but it’s important to take into account the plastic’s durability and thermal properties first. Plastic is 125 times more resistant to heat than steel, but it is also more vulnerable to damage from high temperatures. The key thing when heating plastic pipes is to […]

If you need to know what an RTD sensor is to potentially use in your operations, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll be covering not only what the sensor is, but also how it works, how to test it, and everything else you might need to be aware of when it comes […]

When it comes to the four main process variables (flow, level, pressure, and temperature), temperature is the only one that can’t recognise and measure a sudden change relatively quickly. A quick movement in one of the other variables can be detected through instrumentation within a few seconds, but an increase or drop in temperature can […]

The main use of infrared (IR) thermometers is to measure temperature across various industrial and clinical environments. They are contact-free temperature measurement devices that perform especially well in situations where the object to be measured is fragile and dangerous to get close to, or when it’s not practical to use other types of thermometers.  A […]

Mineral wool is often used as an insulation material because of its helpful properties, such as being affordable and easy to handle. There are two types of mineral wool, rock, and glass. They are made from slightly different materials and whilst they’re fairly similar and are often used interchangeably in certain applications, there are other […]

What are small modular reactors? Small modular reactors (SMRs) are part of today’s advanced nuclear technology that is made to be more environmentally friendly within the nuclear power sector. They are power generators with an output that is around one-third of what standard nuclear power reactors can produce (approximately 300 MW(e)). SMRs are designed to […]

What is pipe heat tracing? Having a pipe heat trace system is essential for cold weather conditions when the liquid that flows through pipes tend to freeze. If freezing occurs within pipes, it can cause damage to the piping system as a whole. In serious cases, the build-up of pressure in pipes can result in […]

The Regulatory Reform (or Fire Safety) Order 2005 states that where it is necessary (whether it’s because of the features of the building, the activity that is completed there, any present hazards, or any other relevant circumstances) it is legally required that a responsible person must make sure the premises are, to the suitable extent, […]

The automotive industry can benefit significantly from a wide range of temperature measurement solutions including a thermocouple sensor, infrared camera, pyrometers, and temperature controllers. This broad range of products can all provide the best solution for all type of automotive needs. In this article, we’ll explore how useful a thermocouple and temperature related solutions are […]

What is mineral insulated cable? Mineral insulated cable (MI) is a specialist type of cable that is designed to be used in high temperatures and severe environmental conditions because it’s not flammable, so it won’t be damaged by heat. MI cable is generally made up of copper conductor wires inside a sheath that can be […]

What is a thermocouple? A thermocouple is a sensor that is used for measuring temperature. The sensor has two dissimilar metal wires joined at one end and is connected to a thermometer or another thermocouple-capable device at the other end. When they are correctly configured, they can provide temperature measurements across a broad range of […]

What is trace heating?  Trace heating is when the temperature of pipes and vessels is maintained or increased via specifically engineered cables. Trace heating products exist in response to the winter season when temperatures become very cold and can drop below freezing levels.  When this happens, businesses often look to trace heating as a solution […]

It may not seem like a common thing, but we use temperature sensors every day to control the temperature in buildings, water temperature regulation, and to control refrigerators. Temperature sensors are also an essential part of several other applications including consumer, medical, and industrial electronics. In this article, we’ll be looking at each type of […]

The difficult job of making sure our modern buildings are as safe as they can be Thermal Resources Management have a long history as MICC and BICC of supplying both the commercial and industrial construction industries. From the 1930’s BICC were manufacturing and installing the same seamless tube Mineral Insulated Fire Survival Cable as we […]

At MICC we understand Brexit means new challenges for many of our European customers and partners at a time when nobody is in need of additional challenges. We hope the attached document can help to explain the new processes we need to follow in the post-Brexit world and make the transition as straightforward as possible. MICC are […]

As part of MICC Group’s 20 Years celebration, we would like to say a special thank you to Michael Lee, who has been with MICC since the very beginning. Through leading the shipping team with tremendous hard work and dedication, Michael has been at the heart of MICC’s growth into a global manufacturing brand. Congratulations […]

MICC’s regional manager for Asia/Pacific, Richard Hosier, has had an article published in the Fire & Risk Management Journal in October 2019. Richard discusses is wiring for life safety and firefighting systems up to code in our buildings, and is this enough to ensure safety? Read the article here To learn more about the Fire & Risk […]

Thank you to everyone who support Daniel’s Mini Great North Run fundraising for the Williams Syndrome Foundation. Daniel did great and we raised not only a nice sum of money but also a lot of good publicity for this great cause!

We are proud and delighted to announce that Shaun McIntosh has qualified for the 2019 Bowls World Championship! Shaun is sponsored  by MICC and is one of our employees based in our Washington, Tyne & Wear, Mineral Insulated Cable factory HQ. After many years of hard work and great National success he has been able to qualify […]

Can you give little for a very good cause? Please help Daniel raise money for Isabella and people like her with Williams Syndrome via his Mini Great North Run! https://zurl.co/KnQ8 Here is Daniel explaining why this is important to him in his own words. Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.   My name […]

Fire Resistance Standards and my duty to design with appropriate skill and care “What if I became aware that parts of the very building regulations I rely on are inadequate?” Today the UK Building Regulations, Approved Document B adopts the standard time temperature protocol of ISO834-1 / EN1363-1 in BS476 pts 20 to 24 for […]

The MICC Ltd Company has made a formal request to The Building Regulations Advisory Committee for a review and alignment of The Building Regulations 2010 Approved Document B (Fire Safety) requirement for Protected Circuits. The request has been made because of an apparent anomaly allowing the electric cables which provide power to all life safety […]

A year on since incorporation of MMC in Northern America, we are happy to announce that we have moved into our latest facility located in Bowling Green, Ohio. We expect to be fully operational in our latest facility by Autumn with our recruitment process commencing in the next two months.   MMC, the latest addition […]

We are happy to announce that MICC will be making a big presence at this years International Firex exhibition held in London at the ExCel centre between the dates of 21st and 23rd of June. Focusing on the future of fire proof wiring. MICC will be flying the flag for the ultimate fire survival wiring […]

United States here we come After the amszing success of MICC’s expansion into the Asian market, by setting up the World’s largest manufacturing faciltiy of Mineral Insulated Cable. We are proud to announce we will be expanding to our next continent the United States. As of this week MICC has incorporated MICC MANUFACTURING CORPORTATION (MMC), […]

We were happy to welcome Deputy Director Lucy Thomas yesterday of the Britian Stronger In organisation and her team along with a few members of the local press. They partook in a guided tour around our facilities and had a crash course in Mineral Insulated cable and its many applications in temperature measurement, trace heating […]

MICC and TRM team attend our annual general meeting, in our offices in Shanghai. Welcoming our partners from all over the globe to include: Qatar Australia India Thailand UAE France   During this week long trip our delegates and team were welcomed to our Chinese head quarters in Shanghai as well as a 3 day […]

MICC Ltd recommendations on green rot phenomenon exhibited in Type K thermocouples used in heat treatment applications with hydrogen atmosphere and operating at high temperatures exceeding 900 °C Issue Thermocouples recovered from a customer site were exhibiting large negative drift, open circuit and upon inspection had become very brittle, in places broken and exhibited so-called […]

Thermal Resources Management (TRM) Group has setup a Shanghai-based joint venture with its sister company MICC, to build its supply chain in China. The Chinese operation includes a manufacturing plant in Hefei, where it is seeking local suppliers to reduce the costs of exporting components from the UK. The specialist business manufactures products used in […]