​DarbyTech recently exhibited for the first time at CHEMUK, the largest chemical engineering conference in the United Kingdom, providing an opportunity to connect with hundreds of professionals from across the process and engineering sectors.

The event brought together industry leaders, educators, technology developers, and researchers to explore the latest developments in chemical engineering, industrial processes, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the sector. For DarbyTech, the exhibition provided an ideal platform to showcase the company’s training equipment and highlight the impact its systems are having in engineering education.

Attending the conference alongside partners JBA Engineering and DarbyTech, demonstrated how the two organisations are working together to integrate digital technologies into industrial training solutions.

The collaboration focuses on incorporating advanced technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, virtual reality and IoT-enabled sensing into DarbyTech’s learning platforms. By combining traditional process engineering training equipment with digital innovation, the partnership aims to enhance the learner experience and better prepare students for modern industrial environments.

DarbyTech says embracing digitalisation is key to ensuring engineering education keeps pace with the technologies now shaping industry. Through initiatives like this collaboration with JBA Engineering, the company is evolving its products to provide more immersive, data-driven, and interactive training experiences.
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The team described their first appearance at CHEMUK as a valuable opportunity to share their work, meet like-minded professionals, and demonstrate how emerging technologies are transforming the way future engineers learn and train.

DarbyTech’s Sampling Station Demonstrator (SSD) has recently been used as part of a specialist training programme delivered for professionals from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality during a two-week process equipment course at College of the Mainland.

The course forms part of ongoing professional development for environmental and regulatory personnel, providing participants with practical training in industrial process systems and field procedures. During the programme, the DarbyTech Sampling Station Demonstrator was integrated into the training curriculum to provide a realistic, hands-on learning environment.

Using DarbyTech’s Task-Based Learning System (TBLS), participants were guided through structured exercises designed to replicate real-world sampling operations. Under the instruction of course developer and trainer Dennis Link, trainees practiced proper sampling techniques while following industry-standard procedures.

As part of the exercise, participants were required to select and use the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) and appropriate sample containers while carrying out sampling tasks, reinforcing the importance of safety and procedural accuracy in field operations.

The Sampling Station Demonstrator provides a controlled platform that mirrors real industrial sampling stations, allowing trainees to develop confidence and competence before working in operational environments.

Feedback from the programme indicated that the system was extremely well received by participants. The demonstrator proved to be a valuable teaching tool, helping deliver a high-quality, immersive technical training experience that bridges the gap between theoretical learning and real-world application.

DarbyTech recently visited Red House School as part of National Careers Week, delivering an engaging session designed to introduce students to the exciting world of engineering.

During the visit, the DarbyTech team gave students an insightful overview of the history of engineering and the innovators who have shaped the modern world through their ideas and inventions. The presentation explored how engineering has evolved over time and highlighted the impact engineers continue to have on everyday life.

Students were also introduced to the wide range of disciplines within the field, demonstrating that engineering is far more diverse than many people realise. The session covered areas including aerospace, mechanical and genetic engineering, along with other specialist sectors that play key roles in advancing technology, medicine and industry.

By showcasing the variety of career paths available, DarbyTech aimed to inspire young people to consider engineering as a future profession. The visit formed part of a wider effort to support skills development and encourage the next generation of engineers at an early stage in their education.
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National Careers Week provides a valuable platform for organisations and educators to connect with students and highlight opportunities across different industries. For DarbyTech, participating in the initiative is an opportunity to spark curiosity, share knowledge, and help young people better understand the possibilities that a career in engineering can offer.

DarbyTech recently took part in National Apprenticeship Week, visiting several education providers across the Tees Valley to inspire the next generation of engineers.

As part of the initiative, the DarbyTech team delivered sessions at Redcar & Cleveland College, Hartlepool College of Further Education, and Outwood Academy, speaking with students about their future career options in engineering.

The visits were designed to support school leavers as they begin to consider their next steps into further education or employment. DarbyTech introduced students to the wide range of opportunities available within the engineering sector and emphasised that there is no single “correct” pathway into the profession.

During the sessions, students learned about both the traditional academic route—progressing through A-levels and university degrees—and the apprenticeship pathway, which allows individuals to earn while they learn, while gaining practical, industry-based experience from the outset.

DarbyTech also demonstrated how hands-on learning and modern training equipment are helping students develop real-world technical skills before entering the workplace. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, the company aims to help prepare future engineers for careers across industries, including energy, manufacturing, and emerging clean technologies.

The team said they were delighted to work with the colleges and schools involved, highlighting the importance of collaboration between education providers and industry to ensure students have the information and support they need to make confident decisions about their futures.
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DarbyTech thanked the institutions for welcoming them and expressed their excitement about seeing the next generation of engineers develop their skills and thrive within the industry.

​DarbyTech recently presented at Redcar & Cleveland College during a North East Chamber of Commerce event celebrating the success of the Local Skills Improvement Plan across the Teesside region.

The event highlighted the progress being made to strengthen the region’s skills pipeline, particularly within emerging clean energy industries. With support from government funding, Redcar & Cleveland College has established a state-of-the-art Clean Energy Hub, giving students the opportunity to gain practical experience with renewable and low-carbon technologies.

DarbyTech has played a key role in the development of the facility, designing, manufacturing and installing several pieces of advanced training equipment used within the hub. These include a Hydrogen Electrolyser Simulator and a Carbon Capture Demonstrator, both developed to provide hands-on learning experiences that mirror real industrial processes.

During the event, DarbyTech’s Managing Director Gary Lawson delivered a presentation outlining the company’s work at the college, with particular focus on the Simulated PEM Electrolysis Hydrogen Production Demonstrator. The system represents a pioneering addition to the training facility, enabling students to explore hydrogen production processes in a safe and controlled laboratory environment.

The demonstrator is believed to be the first of its kind, reflecting DarbyTech’s ongoing commitment to developing innovative educational technology that supports the transition toward cleaner energy systems.

The event provided an opportunity for educators, industry leaders and regional stakeholders to see first-hand how collaborative projects such as the Clean Energy Hub are helping to prepare the next generation of engineers and technicians for the rapidly evolving energy sector.
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DarbyTech congratulated Redcar & Cleveland College on the success of the initiative and thanked all organisations involved in advancing clean energy education across Teesside.