Adrian Waine, an award winning industrial photographer, shows how rugged industrial environments are worthy of good photography and can be transformed into outstanding images which turn heads and get your company noticed for all the right reasons.
Automated Shop Floors Where Cobots Work Alongside Operators Are No Longer The Future, But Rather The Present. Whether They Are Used In Manufacturing Packaging, Warehousing, Maintenance Or Training – Collaborative Solutions Are Already Changing The Way We Operate And, Ultimately, The Industrial World We Know. Easy To Program And Install, They Are Also Ideal For Entry-Level Automation Applications.
This month Manufacturing Update editor Taylor Owens sits down with Chris Slay, Director of Skill Provision. We discussed the continuous issue regarding skill shortages within the engineering sector
The Internet of Things (IOT) refers to the huge and ever-growing network of intelligent devices and computers that are
connected and sharing vast amounts of real time data. When we talk about the Industrial Internet of Things, we’re referring to the same general ideas as above, but Industrial IoT refers more specifically to the devices, processes and people associated with industries like manufacturing and infrastructure.
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Lane Electronics JOSCAR accreditation renewed for 2024/5
Services for the Aerospace, Defence and Security Sectors Lane Electronics, a leading franchised distributor for many of the industry’s major electrical and electronic connector manufacturers, has once again satisfied all the requirements to become fully registered on the JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) accreditation register as set out by the participating buying organisations.…
MICROMETAL ILLUMINATES UNIQUE ASPECTS OF PHOTO CHEMICAL ETCHING THAT STIMULATES DESIGN INNOVATION
micrometal Group has today detailed some design considertiona which will ensure that when companies migrate away from traditional metal manufacturing processes to photo-chemical etching (PCE) outcomes are optimised and the true power of this next-generation technology is fully realised. Design engineers are increasingly turning to PCE as they are under pressure to create smaller…
Technidrive boosts efficiency and cuts costs in conveyor applications
~ The Drum Drive electric motor and gearbox unit supports quarries and recycling facilities on their path to electrification ~ Technidrive, a bespoke electric motor and gearbox provider, has developed a drive solution for heavy-duty conveyors that minimises costs while maximising efficiency and uptime. The Drum Drive reduces the total cost of ownership by up…
Teledyne FLIR Commends NHTSA Ruling for Automatic Emergency Braking Requirement on Passenger Vehicles
Thermal Infrared Cameras Can Help Manufacturers Meet New Life-Saving PAEB Requirement by 2029 GOLETA, Calif. – Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, today commends the National Highway Transportation Safety Commission (NHTSA) for finalizing a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard that will require pedestrian automatic emergency braking (PAEB) on all passenger cars and light trucks by September 2029. More than three-quarters of…
Safer material handling and ATEX
In 2008, there was an explosion in a sugar refinery near Georgia, United States, in which 14 people died. Sugar production is more dangerous than people realise, involving combustible dust with the potential to explode or burn. The disaster was a turning-point in raising awareness of dust explosions — but are manufacturers doing all they…
MANAGING THE RISK OF EXCEEDING TOLERANCE MARGINS IN MICRO MOLDING
Paul Runyan, VP Sales & Marketing, Accumold The production of tiny plastic components is a multifaceted task that relies on the professional collaboration of specialists in areas such as design, material science, tool creation, micro-molding processes, quality checks, and the final assembly to achieve high-volume production for clients. Precision is paramount in a micro manufacturing…
Trimming expenses along the value stream
In challenging economic times, scrutinising expenses along the value stream becomes imperative for all businesses. Kemet International has been instrumental in assisting companies in reducing costs, particularly in the overhaul and repair of mechanical seals within pumps and valves. Mechanical seals come in various designs and materials, and when they malfunction, replacement or refurbishment are…
Why your groceries might be delivered on a skateboard
~ Platform architectures and last mile delivery ~ The global market for last mile delivery vehicles is expected to grow by more than ten per cent by the end of this decade. One engineering innovation that is encouraging the adoption of EVs in this market segment is the introduction of skateboard architectures. Here, Roger Brereton,…
Unlocking manufacturing excellence: Sandvik Coromant Centers as advanced testing facilities
For the manufacturing industry, collaboration has never been more important. Navigating new technologies, global crises and the pressure to become more sustainable and productive can place a lot of weight on a manufacturer’s shoulders, and those working in the industry shouldn’t weather the storm alone. Here, Per Alfsen, Global Knowledge and Center Manager at Sandvik…
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CWM Automation
Based in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, CWM Automation is an established manufacturer of automated filling, end of line and bespoke machinery. CWM has spent over 15 years designing and building automated equipment for a wide range of industries, including dairy, desserts, soups, beverages, bakery and household goods.
Packaging Innovations and Empack returns to NEC Birmingham for 2022
Packaging Innovations and Empack 2022 will reunite the entire packaging community when the UK’s flagship event returns to Birmingham’s NEC on 25 and 26 May. The event will feature a sold-out show floor with over 280 leading exhibitors presenting their newest innovations and technologies, allowing visitors to get up close to the industry’s most cutting-edge…
Skills Provision Interview with Chris Slay
This month Engineering Update editor Taylor Owens sits down with Chris Slay, Director of Skill Provision. We discussed the continuous issue regarding skill shortages within the engineering sector. Hi Chris, thank you so much for taking the time out to sit with us today. I would like to firstly ask for a brief introduction to…
Toyota Material Handling and Interroll automate
Imnasa’s distribution center in Spain
Toyota Material Handling and Interroll, have installed a powerful and efficient conveyor system for Imnasa in Campllong near Girona, Spain. Core components of the new material-handling solution are the Modular Conveyor Platform (MCP), the RollerDrive EC 5000 and the MultiControl from Interroll. The state-of-the-art system, which spans around 360 meters, automates the flow of goods…
What’s trending for Distribution Centres in 2022
UK Distribution Centres (DCs) in 2022 have some major challenges if they want to keep up with demand and unprecedented rapid e-commerce growth, plus Covid-19 and Brexit has increased labour problems, which is leaving DCs struggling to find qualified workers. Preparing DCs for the coming year means understanding the onslaught of potential new business. Online…
HMRC reports 16% increase in SME’s claiming R&D Tax Credits*
We ask Henry Poultney of R&D tax relief consultants Fiducia to analyse HMRC’s annual published statistical survey of companies claiming R&D tax credits. HMRC’s latest published annual report on companies claiming R&D tax relief once again demonstrates an annual increase in the number of companies claiming this increasingly popular tax relief. Analysis of the financial…
Engaging employees in sustainable manufacturing
Turn off the aircon, limit printing, separate waste — these are all good tips for office workers, but whatabout the factory floor? Resources on how to engage employees in green initiatives tend to focus onwhite collar jobs, but engaging the production departments is just as important. Here Neil Ballinger,head of EMEA at automation parts supplier…
Large order received in South Korea
Sant’Antonino, Switzerland, December 20, 2021. Interroll reports a large order for delivery to a SouthKorean e-commerce company. It comprises the delivery of Interroll’s Modular Conveyor Platform(MCP), which is designed for highly efficient and flexible material-flow processes. The contractamounts to a lower double-digit million Swiss franc figure. The new order comes after Interroll received other large…
Lipstick, Powder and Pick
Cosmetics distribution operation sees efficiency boost after automated investment. For the retail industry it’s not about the technology, it’s about remaining competitive and driving an improved customer service whilst keeping a keen eye on the bottom line. Kardex Remstar is seeing a real requirement in enabling ‘real-time’ optimisation, which is then reflected in an increase…