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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Remanufacturing bearings for a better circular economy
Restored bearings yield economic and environmental benefits for manufacturers Bearing remanufacturing is gaining traction in heavy-duty industrial applications as a practical and sustainable alternative to replacing worn bearings. The process involves rebuilding a used bearing to meet or exceed the original manufactured product’s specifications. Here Chris Johnson, managing director at bearing relubrication specialist SMB Bearings,…
DIMENSIONICS DENSITY CENTRAL TO KEY FOCUS AT FORMNEXT 2023
Dimensionics Density reported a surge in interest and engagement with its innovative automated density determination technology at Formnext 2023, reinforcing the trend in the additive manufacturing (AM) sector towards cost-effective, reliable, and automated technologies appropriate for volume production applications. Philipp Pruesse, Head of Sales at Dimensionics Density says “To say we were overwhelmed by the…
Five things to consider when purchasing a load bank
Ensure your set-up is effective and tailored to your application Investing in a load bank is a decision any organisation relying on backup power systems needs to make. Load banks play a crucial role in testing and maintaining the performance of generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and other power sources. However, there are several important…
PPMA re-brand puts automation at the heart of UK manufacturing.
The PPMA (Processing & Packaging Machinery Association) Group of Associations has re-branding and has changed its name to AutomateUK to better represent the needs of its membership and their end user customers in the ever-changing manufacturing landscape. The forward-looking move was announced at the trade associations annual chairman’s lunch in London on 1 December and…
CryoCoax making waves with Q-CON Connector in Quantum Market
Intelliconnect CryoCoax division leading the way with cryogenic connectivity Craig Robinson, Sales Manager of Intelliconnect (Europe), the UK based specialist manufacturer of cryogenic connectors and cable harnesses, recently visited the National Physics Laboratory at their new, dedicated building for Advanced Quantum Metrology to meet with Conservative MP and Minister for Science and Innovation Andrew…
Automation trends: a 12-month forecast
~ How sustainability, artificial intelligence and reshoring will shape the demand for automation ~ By 2030, it is predicted that over 85 million positions will be unfilled across the globe, hampering economic growth and presenting an opportunity for businesses to introduce more automation. Here, Tom Cash, a director of industrial parts supplier, Foxmere, identifies three…
Within five years, ALL new cars will be able to see at night, in total darkness
At CES 2024, Owl AI Will Demonstrate the Automotive Industry’s New ADAS Safety Technology for Night Time Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB) December 1, 2023 – Fairport, NY Owl Autonomous Imaging will be at CES 2024 at Booth 6867 in the West Hall along with other automotive technology innovations and exhibitors. If you would…
Onshape puts OX Delivers on track to deliver low-emission transport breakthrough
An automotive start-up that has been dubbed ‘the Uber for global farmers’ is designing its range of electric trucks by tapping into the power of PTC’s Onshape software. Founded in 2020, Warwick-based OX Delivers designs electric trucks that can withstand the developing world’s harshest environments. The Warwick company’s purpose-built low-emission vehicles, developed using PTC’s cloud-native…
Delta Selected Among the Best Taiwan Global Brands for 13 Years
Brand value has consistently grown for 11 years, reaching a new high with an annual increase of 28% Delta was selected as one of the “2023 Best Taiwan Global Brands” for the 13th consecutive year. Delta’s brand was also valued at US$544 million, a noteworthy surge of 28% from 2022, establishing a new record. “The…
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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…