APS Project Engineer, Katie Burrell, named Newcomer of the Year at the Solids Handling Awards

We’re delighted to announce that Katie Burrell, a Project Engineer here at APS, has won the Newcomer Award at this year’s Solids Handling Awards.

The Solids Handling Awards, which took place on 6^th May, celebrates success and achievement across the solids handling and processing industries in the UK. The awards are held by the Solids Handling & Processing Association’s (SHAPA), which is the UK’s leading specialist association for the solids handling and processing industry.

Katie took home the Newcomer Award in recognition of her significant contribution to APS since joining us at the start of the year, using her broad knowledge of the dust and fume extraction industry to manage the planning and execution of the Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) solutions we provide.

Since arriving in January, Katie’s self-motivation, enthusiasm, and ability to navigate convoluted industry demands has been lauded by our team, along with her efforts to develop customised solutions for customers which address specific needs and challenges.

These solutions enhance operational efficiency, whilst also prioritising environmental sustainability, contributing to the reduction of industrial emissions and promoting cleaner production processes.

Speaking about her win, Katie said: “Winning the SHAPA Newcomer of the Year Award is a real honour for me. It’s a reflection of the support and encouragement I’ve received from the incredible team at APS over the past few months. Since joining, I’ve been challenged, inspired, and made to feel part of something impactful. This award is not just a personal milestone, it’s also a testament to the positive environment and opportunities APS has given me to grow and contribute.”

We’re incredibly proud of Katie, and we can’t wait to see what she achieves next!

If you’d like a custom dust or fume extraction developed by one of our brilliant engineers, get in touch today.