Phoenix Contact is committed to reducing CO₂ emissions and ensuring continuous operation in data centres. Its solutions, which are seamlessly integrated into Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and efficiently distribute power to the server racks, combine reliability and environmental responsibility through energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources.
At a time when optimising energy consumption is a top priority for industrial users, IMI has launched the new IMI Norgren M/80 Inline Flow Sensor for industrial compressed air and nitrogen systems.
Gary Haines, linear and automation product manager at ACORN Industrial Services, discusses how the company is helping design engineers and machine builders select the right components for optimum application performance.
IXON announces its new edge gateway called SecureEdge Pro. This advanced edge gateway makes it easier and more secure than ever for machine builders to stay connected to their machines and customers.
Every machine builder wants to get the best out of their machines, services and processes. It all needs to be faster, more efficient and more productive. To achieve this, collaboration is now more important than ever. Share data with colleagues, customers and service engineers to optimise your machines. IXON Cloud's advanced role-based access control allows you to collaborate in the best possible way.
TIC is a technical distributor with in depth knowledge of products and their applications. TIC combines this with excellent customer service, first class logistics, broad product range, stock, competitive pricing, and commercial and financial flexibility.
Crompton Controls' diverse offering gives you direct access and greater choice from a single source, your one shop stop. The well-known brand, trusted reputation and central UK base provides all you need to find a solution for your electrical application from component parts to market leading standard starters and fully customised motor or building management control panels.
IMI Norgren is pleased to invite you to visit its stand at Machine Building North. Explore the company's advanced solutions in electric motion, pneumatic motion and process fluid control, all designed to simplify operations and enhance efficiency.
igus presents lubrication-free drylin linear and drive technology - designed according to EHEDG guidelines.
Established in 2024, Total Pressure Solutions is dedicated to delivering advanced, precision-engineered fluid control and measurement solutions to meet the evolving needs of UK industries.
When a new thermal imaging telescope is sent into orbit at the end of 2026, it will open new possibilities to combat global warming and increase heat efficiency for urban planners. The telescope's unique unfolding design, driven by maxon motors, achieves a compact footprint for rocket launch that is set to increase commercial viability across a broad range of applications.
The Marzocchi FTP Series Fluid Transfer Pump - a high-performance solution designed to increase efficiency, reduce noise, and lower operational costs - is available from jbj Techniques, a market leader in fluid and mechanical power transmission.
REICH will display the versatile Multi Mont Sella Power Transmission Coupling as the centre piece for Machine Building North. As the name suggests, this modular coupling can be configured in different mounting configurations utilising flanges and shaft hubs, with different shaft fixing options - for example bored and keyed, taper lock, shaft locking and clamping elements.
Join BeTech, your expert in industrial drives, at stand 109 at Machine Building North. The company's friendly team will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about its leading range of industrial geared motors and variable-speed drives from quality brands such as Motovario, ABB, Clean-Geartech and Invertek Drives.
Having successfully exhibited at MachineBuilding.Live for the past two years, Matara UK is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at Machine Building North.
motec is celebrating 40 years of expertise as a leading component and solution provider in the servo and motion control industry. And the company's product range has never been more diverse.
Stephen Hayes, managing director of automation and control technology specialist, Beckhoff UK, explains that by optimising traditional coding practices, businesses of all sizes can overcome this skills gap to reap productivity and efficiency gains.
BIBUS (UK) is proud to celebrate its 25th anniversary as part of the global BIBUS Group, with subsidiaries across Europe and Asia. Over the years, BIBUS (UK) has evolved into a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of technology.
Making technology easy to use - this is the credo of industrial camera manufacturer IDS Imaging Development Systems in these challenging times. To this end, the company is planning a particularly large number of new products for the current year.
Motion plastics specialist, igus, has released the latest version of its popular readycable finder, an online tool that makes selecting the right drive cable much easier. Users can find the right cable for their application at the best price with just one click. The integrated chainflex service life calculator also shows the guaranteed life of the cable.
Troax GB is looking forward to exhibiting at Machine Building North, where people will be on hand to discuss the company's latest safety solutions.
Visit LOCTITE at Stand 53 during Machine Building North to see the benefits of its innovative solutions for manufacturers and engineers first-hand. Discover how LOCTITE enhances reliability, simplifies design and delivers optimal joining solutions as it showcases its extensive range of adhesives and sealants, alongside its automation options designed to boost productivity.
Join HARTING and experts from a range of global market leaders for the fourth Industrial Ethernet Week. The annual digital conference runs between from 25-27 February 2025 and features technical experts and digitalisation pioneers. Register now to discover solutions for driving industrial transformation via insightful user cases, discussions, talks and tech sessions.
igus UK will be showcasing its unique dryspin leadscrew technology and low-cost automation products at Machine Building North this April. The dryspin range offers exceptional efficiency and durability, as well as being totally free from any lubrication.
On stand 61 at Machine Building North, HepcoMotion - a world-leading manufacturer of linear motion systems and automation components - will showcase its diverse range of products designed to meet virtually any requirement.
SICK has released its new IO-Link Wireless Gateway, which it says will revolutionise industrial communications and provide access to sensor data without the need for cables. The Industry 4.0 solution reduces installation costs, delivers real-time data streaming and supports advanced analytics for improved efficiency without the need for expensive cabling.
The UK Magnetics Society event, taking place 12 February at the Satellite Applications Catapult in Oxfordshire, includes a special presentation by Andrew Gibson, maxon's UK lead for space and aerospace applications. He will be present a look behind the drive system technology onboard NASA's Perseverance Mars rover and Ingenuity drone.
Beckhoff UK has expanded its coverage of the UK by opening a new office at Bruntwood SciTech's innovation campus, Alderley Park, Cheshire.
The latest innovations from IDEM Safety Switches, highlighted at Machine Building North, include the MLZ-M, MGL-3P, and ENS Enabling Pendant.
As manufacturers in other industries integrate AM into mass production, can volume manufacturers of medical parts do the same? Here Enrico Orsi, an Additive Manufacturing Product Manager at global engineering technologies company Renishaw, explores.
Micro-Epsilon has extended its optoCONTROL series of optical micrometers with the optoCONTROL 2700-10, a high performance LED micrometer with a 10 mm measuring range.
With Lenze controllers, machine builders can quickly scale the performance in their automation landscape. As a central component of Lenze's open automation system, they facilitate the modular design of machines. Machine builders benefit from a shorter time- to-market thanks to modern engineering and the use of prefabricated software modules.
Good materials science and engineering often goes unnoticed, but bad materials science and engineering is noticed forever. That's why it's so important that materials research and innovation is applied in industry, so that we can design products and processes that perform well throughout their entire lifespan. Here, Dr Sarah Glanvill, Lead Materials Scientist at Renishaw, shares experiences from her work in materials analysis and research.
To overcome resource scarcity, meet emissions targets, and exceed customer expectations, industrial businesses are steadily increasing their environmental consciousness. And those set to succeed are doing so holistically and from the very start of their development processes, as Eryn Devola, Head of Sustainability, Siemens Digital Industries, explains.
With the increasing digitalisation and connectivity in the rail and transport sectors, the demand for reliable, robust, and high-performance connectivity and communication solutions is growing. In response, binder is strategically expanding its product portfolio.
Drummotors and More is an independent privately owned business and will be promoting the range of services it offers from its selected European supply partners.
Mitsubishi Electric Europe announced the launch of the MELSEC iQ-R safety local IO modules, featuring the RX40NC6S-TS and RY48PT20S-TS. These components are designed to enhance the lineup, increase efficiency and reduce safety costs in industrial automation.
Join the experts at Pilz for a brand new training course: Robotic Safety and Integration.
Small, precise and suitable for cleanrooms are key requirements, especially in the medical sector. The Eichenberger Carry cold-rolled miniature ball screw from Moore International is the answer and now successfully occupies this market niche, offering an alternative to the high-priced milled spindles of miniature alternatives.
To realise the potential for the palletising of goods in production and other industries, you need flexible, easy-to-use and affordable cobot solutions that can adjust to your different palletising setups and generate rapid return on investment.
Lovato Electric UK is proud to be exhibiting a wide range of industrial products at Machine Building North, stocked and delivered from Stourbridge, West Midlands.
The X-DIAS I/O system from SIGMATEK expands the established S-DIAS automation system in the customer-specific printed circuit board (PCB) design. Series machine builders with medium and high volumes can flexibly integrate X-DIAS into individual circuit boards, saving wiring time and costs.
Tempa Pano is proud to introduce its HIT range of support arms and control panel systems, engineered for flexibility and durability in industrial environments. With modular configurations and load capacities up to 150 kg, these systems provide easy installation, height adjustability and sleek design for seamless operator interaction.
The new SCHNEEBERGER absolute measuring system from Moore International is another step into Industrial 4.0 linear bearings. With it, you can use three out of five interfaces simultaneously, includsing BiSS/SSI, ABZ, UVW, SPI, analogue Sin/Cos. These options are available from size 5, the smallest MINIRAIL miniaturised linear guide.
As the importance of occupational safety grows in modern industrial and logistical environments and machines and systems become more complicated. Wieland Electric introduces its next generation of safety controllers and safety light curtains and safety light grids.
With the introduction of Ewon Cloud and Ewon Edge, HMS Networks strengthens its industrial remote connectivity solutions, delivering scalable, secure connectivity for businesses managing large fleets of machines.
When it comes to new product development, STOBER UK doesn't stand still, and you can see this in action at Machine Building North.
The new current measuring transducers from the ECM UC product family from Phoenix Contact save users plenty of time with the intuitive device configuration via web-based management.
The 2025 Top Employers have been announced, and ABB yet again leads the field, recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for the fifth consecutive year. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation's dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.
New from STOBER is the SX6 safety module, which the company has developed specifically for its SC6 and SI6 drive controllers. The safety module adds numerous safety functions to the range of functions of the two 6th generation devices. Users benefit from extremely fast worst case response times, short safety distances and rapid restoration of availability.
maxon has launched a range of high efficiency, torque-dense joints for mobile autonomous robots, including humanoids, quadrupeds, and mobile manipulation.
With its constant determination to make people's work easier and thus increase efficiency, Festo has shaped an entire era of industrial production, and is now celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Siemens Digital Industries Software has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 2024-20251 Vendor Assessment. The IDC MarketScape report evaluates software providers in the MES market serving the manufacturing industry.
As part of Siemens' Future of Automation innovations, the company is excited to showcase SIMATIC Robot Pick AI at MachineBuilding.North.
Maximum productivity and consistent quality are critical in automated welding processes. This requires robust, high precision sensors that perform path planning, distance control and quality inspections, says Glenn Wedgbrow, Business Development Manager at Micro-Epsilon UK.
In the realm of automation and control systems, choosing the right controller can significantly impact the efficiency and performance of your application. The experts at maxon delve into the advantages of maxon's MACS range compared to standard PLCs and microcontrollers.
When Tronosjet Manufacturing wanted to boost its additive manufacturing (AM) capabilities and achieve regulatory compliance for its metallic aerospace parts, it turned to global engineering technologies company Renishaw for support.
Sustainable production in which renewable energies are used begins with the establishment of an industrial DC grid. With Contactron ELR HDC, Phoenix Contact provides a multifunctional DC switching device whose modern semiconductor technology, in combination with proven DC relays, switches arc-free and thereby ensures a long service life.
OMRON Corporation has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), a globally recognised benchmark that evaluates and ranks companies based on their sustainability performance.
With versatility and quality at its core, a robust and versatile operating system with container technology support, cybersecurity focus ensuring a secure future in compliance with IEC 62443 plus seamless transition, giving enhanced capabilities for effortless integration.
Decentralisation is a key aspect of Murrelektronik technology - making industrial automation as simple, seamless and cost-efficient as possible. Murrelektronik's solutions bring signals, data and power close to the process, eliminating the need for control cabinets.
Having successfully exhibited at MachineBuilding.Live for the past two years, Matara UK is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at Machine Building North on 10 April 2025 on stand 38. The event, which is being held at the Concorde Conference Centre in Manchester, brings together in northern England a large array of machine building and systems integration suppliers and technical experts.
The new versions of the NearFi couplers from Phoenix Contact make it possible to double the range for wireless data transmission. In addition, they provide double the power for automatic current compensation or the forwarding of two electrically isolated voltages (US/UA) with parallel connection.
Join HARTING from 25-27 February, get inspired and explore the role of Industrial Ethernet as the foundation for seamless data communication for the All Electric Society. Register now for HARTING Industrial Ethernet Week 2025.
To help Mott Corporation increase its design and production capabilities for filtration and flow control components, global engineering technologies company Renishaw supplied the RenAM 500 Flex. This new metal additive manufacturing (AM) machine has enabled Mott Corporation to reduce machine turnaround and setup times, while improving the performance metrics of components.
Torque overload is often unpredictable, and if not accounted for in machinery design, can result in significant damage to the equipment leading to prolonged and costly downtime. SAFEMAX torque limiters are designed to prevent such issues by instantly disengaging the motor side from the driven side during a torque overload.
At Machine Building North, AP Technologies will be promoting Broadcom's time-of-flight sensor modules for applications such as AMR/AGV and drone navigation, void/overhang/collision avoidance; functional safety; and factory automation, etc.
Visit the British Encoders stand at Machine Building North to discover the TRP Tru-TracPro programmable incremental encoder, featuring field-programmable resolutions and robust performance. This versatile solution transforms operations across industries - from automated packaging to manufacturing and vision systems.
With the constant evolution of the automation industry, Pneumax has now developed a range of electric actuators, and these have recently been complemented by the launch of the PX/EVO series of electronic components.
SICK UK will be at Machine Building North displaying its comprehensive portfolio of industry leading technologies including the latest innovations in sensing and safety technology to help OEMs and machine builders provide their customers with the best performing and safe solutions.
Discover the VISOR XE machine vision sensor product series from SensoPart at Machine Building North and experience the future of industrial image processing.
At the Machine Building North show, HARTING will be exhibiting two new additions to the Han range. Han Push-In represents a refinement of the cage connection method. It provides an additional field connection method, allowing fast and uncomplicated assembly of connectors whilst ensuring consistent quality. As a result, assembly times in the field are reduced by up to 30%.
Mechan Controls has been designing and manufacturing machine guard safety products since 1972. With 53 years of experience within the machine safety industry, all products are designed and manufactured in the UK.
binder UK will be showcasing examples from its comprehensive range of circular connectors including the latest addition to its PBC 15 industrial connectors at Southern Manufacturing and Electronics 2025 on 4-6 February at The Farnborough Exhibitions Centre.
Rotor Clip's latest 3D video showcases how its precision-engineered parts are used in key electric vehicle applications, from the electric motor and A/C compressor to the battery pack.
The new J20G series bearings from Schaeffler have an optimised Insutect A coating, offering even greater protection against the risk of current passage.
When Ultrasonic Sciences was tasked with designing an ultrasonic inspection machine for Boeing components, it turned to STOBER for the motion system components.
Micro-Epsilon has extended its optoNCDT range of laser triangulation displacement sensors with a new high performance sensor for demanding high speed automation applications. The new optoNCDT 5500 offers excellent repeatability and high linearity even on rapidly changing and poorly reflecting surfaces including on ceramics and metals.
Stephen Hayes, managing director of automation and control specialist, Beckhoff UK, explains how automation can help food and beverage manufacturers cater to the low- and no-alcohol market.
The clipx Engineer engineering software from Phoenix Contact optimises data consistency from the circuit diagram to the finished control cabinet. The new clipx Engineer assemble worker assistance software is designed for the assembly process of terminal strips.
Telemecanique Sensors announces the launch of its IO-Link Master, designed to facilitate high-speed bi-directional data exchange between controllers and IO-Link devices, such as sensors.
Discover Finder's OPTA Programmable Logic Relay (PLR) - the ultimate solution for creating intelligent and efficient automation projects in industrial, OEM and building sectors. Developed in partnership with Arduino, OPTA combines the simplicity of Arduino's libraries and sketches with traditional programming languages like LADDER and FBD (IEC 61131-3 compliant).
The X3 upgraded iX3 software tool from Beijer Electronics includes an updated user interface, NuGet support, improved charts, modern component library, SVG support, GIT-friendly projects, HTML5 browser and secure file transfer, plus improvements with trend viewer and user authentication methods.
WSCAD says its advanced solutions boost efficiency in electrical engineering by up to 99%, enabling highly automated processes and intelligent functions.
Industrial Physics is a global test and measurement company made up of numerous brands, including Torus. The company offers a diverse array of adaptable and durable aluminium profile solutions designed for various commercial and industrial settings - this includes offices, production facilities, manufacturing plants and factories.
MiniTec UK, a leader in modular engineering solutions, is set to unveil its aluminium profile systems and automation technologies at Machine Building North, taking place on 10 April 2025 at the Concorde Conference Centre in Manchester, UK.
Control panel manufacturers are caught in the middle of what many feel is a perfect storm. On the one hand, shortages of skilled personnel are hitting the sector hard, particularly in highly technical areas such as wiring. On the other, there are mounting pressures from clients to deliver high volume orders and customised one-of-a-kind items as fast as possible.
jbj Techniques is looking forward to greeting you on stand 8 at the upcoming Machine Building North exhibition where the company can introduce you to quality products for mechanical and fluid power.
Micro-Epsilon has extended its range of 2D/3D measurement systems with the 3D Profile Unit (3DPU), a powerful computer platform that enables the calculation and profile stitching of up to eight individual profiles from the scanCONTROL 30xx series of laser profile sensors into a common coordinate system. This allows a composite 2D profile or a composite 3D point cloud to be generated.
Phoenix Contact's focus is firmly on the cost-effectiveness, quality, flexibility and performance of your machines. The company offers a comprehensive range of products and services - making a significant contribution to your competitiveness.
Schaeffler is showcasing its expanded motion product portfolio and expertise during CES 2025. The company's technology exhibit will be in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center (Booth 4140), from January 7-10, 2025.
Energy Efficient Drive Systems will be exhibiting CMZ's range of servo drives, PLCs master controllers, motors and planetary gearboxes with output torque up to 200 Nm. Products include centralised and de-centralised versions up to IP67 protection.
ACE UK, a leading name in the motion and vibration control market, will be highlighting its capabilities at Machine Building North.
Experience the power of PoE Gigabit in an all-new interactive demo. Challenge an AI-driven vision system in a game of rock-paper-scissors, and see how Brainboxes delivers real-time edge processing and reliable, streamlined power to high-performance cameras and sensors - revolutionising vision systems in industrial applications.
A leading developer and manufacturer of encoders and numerical controls, HEIDENHAIN products are used by a wide range of OEMs for many applications.
The Trio Power AC/DC power module from Phoenix Contact with 20 kW of power for 19" rack mounting enables bidirectional power conversion in various areas of application. With connection technology on the front and a DC voltage of up to 1,000 V, it can be used in a variety of ways, but is particularly suitable for use in battery storage systems.
ABSSAC is looking forward to exhibiting at the Machine Building North, where you can visit the company on Stand 18 to view a range of its products and discuss any of your application requirements.
Servo Components and Systems will be exhibiting an extensive range of motion products including linear electric actuators, linear electric motors, servo drives, brushless motors and gearheads at Machine Building North.
The Caparoc circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact now also offers modules for overcurrent protection for load currents up to 20 A. This extends the possible applications of the customisable system.
UK-based machine vision expert Visicon will be showcasing its capabilities at Machine Building North. With over 25 years of industry experience, Visicon specialises in supporting and working with machine builders. Rather than just selling you a camera, Visicon is with you every step of the way, supporting your sales, design and engineering teams.
With ACOPOS 6D, B&R heralds a new era of manufacturing. Magnetic levitating shuttles move individual products freely through the machine. Gone are the days when conventional transport systems imposed rigidly defined timing on the production process. ACOPOS 6D is ideal for small-batch production with frequent changeover between products of different designs and dimensions.
Precision sensor supplier Micro-Epsilon has updated its non-contact laser distance sensor portfolio with the new optoNCDT ILR 3800-100, a unit that is even more robust than its predecessor and measures distances up to 150m with an accuracy of better than +/- 1mm.
Sealed HEIDENHAIN encoders with True Image technology ensure unimpeded scale readings regardless of condensation and other liquid contamination in a machine tool.
Building on its long-standing collaboration with Microsoft, ABB has launched ABB Ability Genix Copilot, a generative AI solution that helps energy, utilities and other industries improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability by contextualising vast amounts of data and providing actionable insights in an intuitive manner.
Automation can enhance jobs, making them safer and quicker for humans. Nevertheless, reaping these benefits means closing a wide automation skills gap, explains Stephen Hayes, managing director at automation specialist Beckhoff UK.
Apex Dynamics has launched its latest product range and this time it is the company's first ever series of couplings. The Zero Backlash Precision Couplings for shaft-to-shaft connections come in elastomer and disc variants, with a wide variety of input and output configurations.
It is with profound sadness that Renishaw announces the death of its co-founder and Non-executive Director, Sir David McMurtry.
IMI has launched a compressed air system energy saving campaign, providing a wide range of online resources to help manufacturers drive energy optimisation and cut energy costs, along with expert advice to embed future proofing energy saving strategies.
With IndustrialPI, Pilz is introducing an open, modular industrial PC. It has freely available open source software and offers numerous input and output modules. As a result, the industrial PC can be used as a gateway in Industrial Internet environments (IIOT) or as a Soft PLC in the widest range of applications.
A major contract for the refurbishment of traction power systems on the Tyne and Wear Metro has been won by Sella Controls utilising Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems hardware.
Micro-Epsilon has extended its capaNCDT range of high precision capacitive measurement systems with a new high precision system for fast, offline thickness measurement of very thin electrically conductive film such as that used in production of batteries.
Two Renishaw apprentices have been recognised as the brightest young talents in industrial robotics, winning the prestigious WorldSkills UK competition. Morgan Leyshon and Aled Gore, both 21 and from Bridgend, Wales, secured the gold medal in Industrial Robotics, beating over 80 contenders in an eight-month-long contest.
Stephen Hayes, managing director at Beckhoff Automation UK, looks at magnetic levitation and its revolutionary potential for manufacturing.
Siemens and Eplan will make engineering and production processes for customers in machine and line building more efficient. This will be achieved by both companies significantly expanding data interoperability between their offerings.
New optical sensors feature enhanced detection capabilities and faster commissioning thanks to Leuze's Power PinPoint LED technology.
From 1 December, the annual maxon UK and Ireland Advent Calendar will open, giving engineers the daily chance to win a great prize plus entry into the Christmas Eve grand prize draw. Each day until Christmas eve, maxon will give away a laptop backpack, and on Christmas Eve the grand prize draw will take place for a £100 Amazon Voucher.
Demands on the precision drive system market, covering applications ranging from robotics through to medical implants, continue to push needs in precise control with more compact designs. maxon UK and Ireland's managing director, William Mason, explains how engineering support in the drive system market has developed - and where it's going.
SICK says contactless measurement of liquids and solids has taken a leap forward with its new LXRC and LXRH sensors. Designed specifically for continuous level monitoring and using free-space radar technology, the devices are accurate, repeatable and suitable for an enormous range of applications across many sectors and industrial environments within factory and process automation.
Demands on the precision drive system market, covering applications ranging from robotics through to medical implants, continue to push needs in precise control with more compact designs. maxon UK and Ireland's managing director, William Mason, explains how engineering support in the drive system market has developed - and where it's going.
SICK says contactless measurement of liquids and solids has taken a leap forward with its new LXRC and LXRH sensors. Designed specifically for continuous level monitoring and using free-space radar technology, the devices are accurate, repeatable and suitable for an enormous range of applications across many sectors and industrial environments within factory and process automation.
Renishaw has enabled Cookson Industrial, a UK-based leader in precious metal additive manufacturing (AM), to significantly reduce the cost of 3D printing platinum rhodium, one of the world's most expensive metals.
Renishaw has enabled Cookson Industrial, a UK-based leader in precious metal additive manufacturing (AM), to significantly reduce the cost of 3D printing platinum rhodium, one of the world's most expensive metals.
Chips are produced wherever there is milling, turning or grinding. And that is exactly where the TKA series from KABELSCHLEPP Metool is a perfect solution. The cable carriers made from solid plastic feature a particularly dirt-repellent smooth surface, and excellent tightness even in the connection areas.
'Digitalisation' is a buzzword that has been floating around for a while. But is it still relevant? The short answer is yes. While many businesses have made some adjustments to move towards digitalised processes to automate some manual, time-consuming tasks, in many instances there is still room for significant further improvement, or indeed for that first step to be taken, as the experts at Rittal explain.
Electrical enclosures are a fundamental part of the food and beverage production line but may be considered as just 'metal boxes'. That would be a major error of judgement, as the experts at Rittal explain.
SensoPart introduces the latest software update for its VISOR series. With this free update, SensoPart enhances the VISOR vision sensors with top-notch features for precise contour checks and individual markings, previously only available in significantly more expensive and complex vision systems.
Looking for a faster, more convenient way to get modular aluminium profiles, tools, and accessories? MiniTec UK's online shop is here to help. With over 100 items available to purchase online, you'll find an extensive selection of products ready for fast delivery.
To raise awareness of machinery safety and encourage regulatory compliance, Euchner is hosting a series of free online webinars. In these sessions, experts from Euchner give an easy-to-understand insight into everything from compliance with legislation to the safe operation of machines and plants.
With TwinCAT runtime for real-time Linux, Beckhoff is opening up new application possibilities for real-time control. The ability to execute several TwinCAT runtimes on a single industrial PC means users can now combine different system parts on one high-performance computer to streamline programming and diagnostics.
WERMA presents the compact MC 55 LED recessed beacon as a new touch version and with smart additional functions.
At SPS 2024 maxon is presenting a humanoid robot driven by maxon motors. HOPE is an open development robot with full dexterity that brings down the cost of humanoid development. maxon will also unveil a new, compact motor speed controller, plus a new precision gearhead.
Increasingly complex industrial applications place high demands on connector systems, particularly where limited installation space is available. binder, a specialist in circular connectors, is expanding its product portfolio with angled M5 panel mount connectors.
Apex Dynamics UK has been praised by Cambridge Dynamics for the "seamless and transparent" implementation of its products into a new custom machine the specialist company produced for one of its customers.
TwinCAT Machine Learning Creator from Beckhoff is aimed at automation and process experts and adds the automated creation of AI models to the TwinCAT 3 workflow.
As potential applications for additive manufacturing increase, 3D printing machine makers rely on high precision non-contact sensors to measure a range of parameters such as position, displacement, tilt and temperature, as well as performing CAD comparisons of the printed components, says Glenn Wedgbrow, Business Development Manager at Micro-Epsilon UK.
Leuze is expanding its Simple Vision portfolio with new DCR 1048i OCV sensor which combines 1D/2D code reading with Optical Character Verification for print quality verification, enhancing quality control in industrial automation.
Apex Dynamics UK has expanded its extensive range of more than 50 gearboxes and rack and pinion systems to include a new product offering: precision couplings. They come in a variety of input and output options and provide zero backlash shaft-to-shaft connection.
Beckhoff has introduced TcRobot, a generic software library providing robot functionality to PLC users. It simplifies integration of any robotic arm into the Beckhoff ecosystem by providing a common set of functionalities to PLC developers which decreases integration time of new robotic arms.
The goal of Henkel Adhesive Technologies with the Bondrite M CR 1405 was to achieve more sustainability and greater process efficiency in colour coating processes. The RoHS-compliant agent provides coils with passivation and pretreatment properties as well as excellent corrosion resistance in a single pretreatment step.
Producing several million sustainable beverage cans per hour across its European plants, a can manufacturer needed to avoid unplanned machine downtime. Turning to Schaeffler's OPTIME condition monitoring solution has helped to prevent 360 hours of downtime.
Global engineering technology company Renishaw's FORTiS encoders and laser calibration products have helped precision technology specialist HEAKE machine tools to produce consistently high-quality parts.
Motion Control Products (MCP) has introduced a machine-building solution with integrated IoT functionality, designed to streamline and enhance equipment management and operations across various applications.
Mike Bacon, internal technical applications engineer at Matara, addresses the issue of quality when it comes to pneumatic cylinders: what constitutes quality, why does quality matter and, just as importantly, when does it matter.
'Digitalisation' is a buzzword that has been floating around for a while. But is it still relevant? The short answer is yes. While many businesses have made some adjustments to move towards digitalised processes to automate some manual, time-consuming tasks, in many instances there is still room for significant further improvement, or indeed for that first step to be taken, as the experts at Rittal explain.
Did you know that gear racks were originally used to place objects at different heights? For example, they were used in kitchens to perfectly position pots over fireplaces. As industrialisation progressed, the gear rack became far more important as a machine element and found its way into mechanical engineering.
Electrical design engineers are facing mounting challenges in terms of complexity, time pressure, and cost. When combined, these factors make it essential that professionals have access to smooth, simple workflows, as the experts at WSCAD explain.
HepcoMotion is pleased to announce a series of updates to its corrosion-resistant SL2 linear motion range. The range has been expanded to offer a more extensive selection of bearings and slides with various configurations, establishing it as the industry's largest range of stainless steel linear motion components.
Following the successful Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) mission launch, which included parts printed on a Renishaw RenAM 500 series metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) system, Marc Gardon, AM Applications Manager at global engineering technologies company Renishaw, spoke to the team at aerospace design and manufacturing expert, CiTD.
In times of great challenges, it is crucial for machine manufacturers to strengthen their resilience and develop new competitive advantages. At SPS in Nuremberg, Lenze will be showcasing solutions that OEMs can use to sustainably increase their productivity and efficiency despite a lack of resources, IT expertise, high costs and pressure to innovate.
Traditional CAD software has its time and place. But when it comes to the creation of electrical schematics, which can be hundreds of pages long and must be accurate, standardised and quick to produce, it simply cannot hold its own, as the experts at EPLAN explain.
Three large, travelling-column bed mills at the Swansea factory of subcontractor Afon Engineering have been retrofitted with a Heidenhain TNC 320 control and new drives to improve their reliability and performance.
HMS Networks has launched the Anybus CompactCom B40 Mini, a soldered-on communication interface that complements the Anybus CompactCom 40 series.
The rapidly expanding use of automation has generated an array of technologies and applications; creating a critical need for high performance solutions for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) that can adapt to different scenarios. SICK has developed its modular series of sensors to do just this - meeting and exceeding industry needs for adaptability, safety and precision to provide long-term solutions.
Control panel cooling units that haven't been properly maintained can have significant negative impacts on industrial operations and equipment. RiAssure is a free service from Rittal whereby one of the company's experienced team will visit your site to conduct a cooling review and make sure that everything is as it should be.
Thanks to their high power density, the Phoenix Contact Uno Power power supplies with basic functionality are ideal for use in compact control cabinets. The complete portfolio has now been tested and verified for SEMI F47 compliance.
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced the integration of Iconics and EcoAdviser platforms, a solution designed to revolutionise energy management with Artificial Intelligence capabilities. This combination is set to drive operational efficiency, sustainability and significant cost savings for businesses across various sectors.
Safety guard interlocks help protect operators when working with rotating equipment and other high-risk machinery. However, interlocks are vulnerable to manipulation, putting operators in danger from unsafe machinery. To prevent this issue, David Dearden, Managing Director of Euchner UK, offers suggestions on how machine builders can prevent operator bypass.
The new Heavycon TSC contact inserts from Phoenix Contact are used in medium-voltage switchgear. They are specially designed for measuring and testing tasks and provide a robust solution for temporary or continuous connections.
The Trio Power power supply with integrated electronic circuit breaker from Phoenix Contact is now also available as a three-phase version.
In PCB manufacturing, extremely high precision and high production speeds are required. Smart displacement sensors can be used in pick-and-place machines, where they perform reliable quality inspection at micrometre accuracies. In PCB production, the sensors can also inspect the position of integrated components and measure the scribe lines of PCB panels, says Glenn Wedgbrow, Business Development Manager at Micro-Epsilon UK.
SICK has expanded its high performance multiScan and picoScan LiDAR ranges to make them even more powerful, compact and robust. With a variety of industry specific software applications that run on-device, SICK says it is taking LiDAR sensor technology to new levels of performance, reliability and flexibility.
HMS Networks has entered into a binding agreement with DOGAWIST-Investment to acquire 100% of the shares in PEAK-System Technik, a well-established German provider of industrial communication solutions and experts within automotive communication technologies such as CAN and LIN.
The new SFAM from Festo, is a pressure and flow sensor combined in one compact unit. Equipped with IO-Link, the SFAM sensor enables data-driven insights and reduces the number of components required, so system designers and machine builders can save time, space and cost. It also simplifies stocking and provides greater design flexibility.
To simplify access control and prevent unintentional machine start up, safety engineering specialist Euchner has released the CKS2 safe key system to the UK market.
Micro-Epsilon has introduced the Dual Processing Unit (DPU) to its range of interface modules. The DPU, which replaces the C-Box/2A, enables synchronous data acquisition from two sensors at higher measuring rates (up to 100 kHz) and can also be used for digital/analogue conversion.
At the InnoTrans 2024 trade fair in Berlin, Germany, from September 24 to 27, 2024, Motion Technology Company Schaeffler is showcasing product solutions for maximum reliability and availability, sensor-based systems and data models for predictive maintenance, and services for greater efficiency and sustainability.
To support the growing electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing sector, IMI has launched a revamped and extended range of specialised push-in fittings and flow controls.
Doctors and clinicians need the best tools. Hospitals need the best supply contracts and equipment. Everyone benefits from new cutting-edge engineering in medical devices and clinical hardware, as the experts at HARTING explain.
Part of SICK's extensive range of sensors for extreme conditions, the robust, reliable, and customisable IMG sensor provides stable detection for demanding industrial machinery. With machinery manufacturers and system integrators increasingly being called out to sites to carry out minor maintenance and repairs, the reliability, robustness and repeatability of components is crucial.
In applications ranging from robotics to medical implants, demands on the precision drive system market continue to include closer control and more compact designs. This trend is increasing the emphasis on the concept development stage. maxon UK and Ireland's Managing Director, William Mason, explains how engineering support in the drive system market has developed - and where it's going.
The longstanding expert knowledge of KABELSCHLEPP Metool in the field of cable carriers for cranes is currently paying off in France. In several project steps, the existing cable carriers on the overhead cranes are being replaced with hybrid cable carriers of type MC0650 from the M series.
Three aspects of sensor technology are particularly important in image processing for industrial automation: performance, flexibility and usability. Simple Vision sensors meet these requirements. They are as easy to operate as optical sensors, plus they are as powerful as camera systems. Leuze offers this concept as a quick and straightforward introduction to vision technology.
HMS Networks now announces the launch of the Anybus Defender Lineup, a suite of industrial network security appliances designed to safeguard critical infrastructures.
Reduce the time and effort required to install industrial networks with HARTING's range of field wireable connectors. They're robust, reliable and can reduce network installation time by up to 25%.
Manufacturers of burner and thermal plant and machinery have a large number of legal and normative requirements to consider: With burner management systems from Pilz, not only can you now configure a variety of burner applications with ease, but you can monitor plant-dependent safety functions at the same time.
Stephen Hayes, managing director of automation and control technology specialist Beckhoff UK, explains the role of advanced automation in helping warehouses achieve seamless fulfilment across all sales channels.
Industrial automation specialist Festo is making it easier for manufacturers to harness the power of digital automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimise process efficiency. Festo AX is a suite of AI-based software solutions enabling customers to increase efficiency in their production processes.
The new Eplan Platform 2025 is now available worldwide. The software offers numerous new features for even more ease of use and speed for electrical engineering - with a new macro preview, device-specific properties displays and an expanded Comments Navigator.
HepcoMotion has announced key updates to its HLG range of recirculating ball guides. Offering HLG's renowned precision and quality at a competitive price with quick delivery, the new A series range of HLG blocks is designed to enhance performance and reliability.
Based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Advanced Adhesives is highlighting three recently introduced products at MachineBuilding.North. These three products supplement the company's ever-expanding range of adhesives for every application.
Apex Dynamics introduces the MG/MGK and MGH/MGHK series planetary gearboxes, designed for high loads and rack and pinion applications in CNC machines, robotics, and heavy-duty automation.
Mechan Controls says the F-Series Safety System represents a breakthrough in industrial safety technology. As the latest version of Mechan's RFID safety systems, the F-Series draws on over 50 years of experience in designing machine guard safety products.
Matara UK will be showcasing its extensive range of high-quality pneumatic and linear automation components on stand 46 at MachineBuilding.North.
With the digital transformation in full swing, the same applies to engineering. It's an excellent idea for experts in the field to network: worldwide. This is exactly what will be taking place at the Eplan Forum, a hybrid-format event taking place in Cologne in September, which will be focusing on topics including automated engineering, machine cabling, and integrating ERP and PDM systems.
Rotor Clip announces the launch of its new, patented InterShim Wave Spring design. Engineered for high-acceleration electric motor applications, it features alternating turns between inactive (flat) and active (waved) turns to ensure reliable performance under torsional loads and precise rotational movement.
ACORN is excited to exhibit MachineBuilding.North with class leading linear guide and drive components from world renowned manufacturers.
Increasing demands on energy efficiency and system transparency are constantly presenting industry with new challenges. With its i-series motec decentralised frequency inverters, automation specialist Lenze offers an intelligent, cost- and energy-efficient solution.
In today's interconnected global marketplace, the prevalence of counterfeit products poses a significant threat to industries, including manufacturing. Alarmingly, counterfeit versions of MiniTec's Powerlock fastenings have infiltrated the market, posing significant risks to safety and quality. These imitation products not only misrepresent their origins but also compromise on quality and safety standards.
Featuring a built-in accelerometer, the new HEIDENHAIN ECI 123 Splus rotary encoder enables position measurement and vibration analysis in a single component. This added functionality simplifies condition monitoring and maintenance planning in high-wear automated systems.