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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Advantech Launches SKYRack L11 Rack Solution Focused on Industrial Equipment Applications
Taipei, Taiwan, 20th March 2025 – Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in industrial edge servers and GPU solutions, has officially introduced the new SKYRack L11 Rack Solution, designed to provide high-performance, high-reliability integrated computing platforms for customers in industries such as semiconductors, healthcare, and smart factories. This launch aims to accelerate digital transformation for…
Delta Unveils Next-Generation DC Wallbox 50kW EV Charger with Advanced Features for Public Charging
Delta, a global leader in power management and a provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, today announced the launch of its next-generation DC Wallbox 50kW EV charger. Designed to meet the demands of public and commercial charging applications, the upgraded model delivers advanced functionality and an optimized user-centric experience, ensuring seamless and efficient charging for…
Weald Electronics LMR Series Rack and Panel Connectors offer alternative to now obsolete ITW RED range
Robust connector system specifically designed for demanding environments Form, fit and function replacement for ITW McMurdo RED range The LMR Series of rack and panel connectors from Weald Electronics provide a form, fit and function alternative to the ITW McMurdo Connectors RED Range which was made obsolete in 2024. Most residual stock of this widely…
The Ultimate Solution for Watertight Clamping
ELESA enhances its range of adjustable handles by introducing the brand-new watertight MRY-SST-HVD handle, designed for applications requiring frequent cleaning and exposure to liquids. This adjustable handle is conceived to meet the needs of industries where cleanliness and safety are paramount, offering robust performance and reliability in demanding environments, for example on machines and equipment…
Bowers Group Unveils Next-Generation Mobile Metrology Showroom
Bowers Group is delighted to introduce its new Mobile Metrology Showroom, delivering precision measurement demonstrations directly to businesses across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Designed to provide an on-site and direct experience, the brand-new facility gives customers the opportunity to explore industry-leading precision measurement solutions within their own working environment. Martin Hawkins, Managing…
Overcoming challenges in long cable runs
~ Why addressing electrical noise with reactors is key to reducing downtime ~ Long cable runs from variable speed drives (VSDs) to motors are common in industrial environments. While this design provides flexibility in terms of system layout, it can create issues of electrical noise and interference that severely impact system reliability. If not addressed,…
FPT INDUSTRIAL ADDS A NEW DISTRIBUTOR TO ITS NETWORK IN TÜRKIYE, SIGNING AN AGREEMENT WITH ANADOLU TRAKTÖR MAKİNA
FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand dedicated to the design, production, and sale of powertrains and solutions for on- and off-road vehicles, as well as marine and power generation applications, is proud to be expanding its distributor network in the EMEA region. The brand has, indeed, signed an agreement with Anadolu Traktör Makina. The Istanbul-based…
IT provider celebrates sustainability win
~ OryxAlign’s Megan Stiles wins CRN’S Rising Sustainability Star Award ~ London-based managed IT services provider OryxAlign is celebrating executive assistant and sustainability lead Megan Stiles’ win at the CRN’s Sustainability in Tech Awards 2025. Stiles received the Rising Sustainability Star Award after identifying a gap in the company’s strategy, where she comprised a formal…
Decreasing bearing failures with WEGscan
~ Wireless monitoring system reduces downtime with early fault detection ~ Improper lubrication is a common cause of bearing failure, accounting for up to 50 percent of machine breakdowns. As manufacturers navigate mounting pressure to reduce costs while ensuring optimal performance, early intervention becomes increasingly critical. Here’s how WEG’s partner AZserv, a leader in enhancing…
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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…