Author: Francesca

EV test specialist Intertek relies on Yokogawa power analyzer to provide in depth analysis of power train performance

The manufacturers of electric vehicles (EVs) are constantly pushing the boundaries of performance. Whether in racing cars or the everyday vehicles that consumers rely on, EV technology needs to demonstrate high efficiency, maximum range between charges, reliability and high dynamic performance. By showing that EVs can offer the same advantages and specification to drivers that […]

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Telford manufacturer aces export markets with investment in new

Complex metal components manufactured in Telford are being used in space exploration and the next generation of airplanes and cars thanks to the technical expertise of a fast-growing local manufacturer. Advanced Chemical Etching (ACE) has seen sales grow by 15% in the last year, with export orders increasing after the firm boosted capacity with the […]

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How Predictive Maintenance Can Benefit the Marine Sector

Reducing downtime owing to machine faults and breakdowns is important for all industries, but with marine equipment typically being in a remote location, how do we react when problems occur? Predictive maintenance, where data analysis is used to detect potential defects before a mechanical failure occurs, is the way forward. Here, we take a deep […]

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Picking mobile robots for the retail challenge

A well-considered mobile robot implementation can transform the productivity of order picking and internal transport in a retailer’s warehouse to deliver rewards in challenging times for the sector, explains Frazer Watson, VP-Sales UK/Ireland at iFollow. The challenges for major retailer chains, department stores and the FMCG businesses that supply them just keep coming. This means […]

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Toyota updates and extends its VNA range

Toyota Material Handling is launching two new Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) truck models: the newest models in the VCE-series offer high-standards of quality and performance to fit every operation’s needs. Additionally, a revised Toyota BT Vector VCE150A model comes with an improved and updated ergonomic operator compartment, including intuitive controls and interactive colour touchscreen. The […]

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Door and window maker doubles growth after Made Smarter support

Door and Window Systems (DAWS) hails ‘transformational’ impact of the North West technology adoption programme Liverpool-based manufacturer invests £50k in new technology to boost productivity, growth and create new jobs A door and window manufacturer has doubled its growth and created 15 new jobs after investing £50,000 in technology, with the help of Made Smarter. […]

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New capacitive displacement measuring system withstands ambient temperatures up to 800°C

Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has introduced a high temperature non-contact capacitive displacement measuring system to its already extensive capaNCDT range. The capaNCDT HT (High Temperature) measuring system is ideal for high precision distance, position, gap and thickness measurements in extreme ambient temperatures. The CSEx-HT sensors can be used in challenging ambient temperatures from -50°C to […]

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New circular solar panels reduce weight of roof installations by up to two thirds using EconCore technology

EconCore, world leader in economic honeycomb sandwich material production technology, and Solarge, producer of lightweight, truly circular solar panels, will launch at JEC World a new lightweight, fully circular solar panel, reducing the weight of solar installations by up to 65% for rooftops. Since early 2018 EconCore and Solarge have intensively collaborated to develop the […]

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Trebles pumps up its permanent recruitment solution with MET extension

One of the UK’s leading suppliers and manufacturers of pumps has extended its working relationship with MET Recruitment after a hugely successful jobs push. Trebles, which operates from a national distribution centre in Wolverhampton and two flagship sites in Derby and Uxbridge, had been struggling with succession planning and in finding the right people to […]

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