The new PSD-SL LED signal light series by Phoenix Contact is a compact solution for application-oriented signaling directly on machine functions. The lights are versatile, robustly built and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The new PSD-SL LED signal lights from Phoenix Contact enable clear, functional signaling directly on the application. They are available in […]
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With 2026 looming, now’s the time for UK manufacturers to take stock of their internal operations and external trends to identify how and where they can gain a competitive advantage and drive growth in the new year. 2025 saw the growth of a number of emerging technologies, including the further growth of integrated technologies like […]
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The first COTS-based robotic installation in the UK nuclear industry has been successfully completed, proving FANUC’s technology in this challenging field. FANUC’s ARC Mate 120iC and M-900iB/360 robots have played a starring role in a pioneering waste size reduction project as part of Sellafield’s ongoing decommissioning process. In a first-of-its-kind autonomous application designed and delivered […]
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Founder of Community Clothing and Great British Sewing Bee judge will highlight the “transformative role of manufacturing” Leading manufacturing trade body Made in Britain will celebrate the outstanding achievements and innovations made within the UK manufacturing sector at next week’s Impact Awards. Made in Britain is delighted to announce that Patrick Grant, star judge of […]
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The scale of the challenges for innovation has never been greater in the UK water sector – that was the message from the Innovation Summit jointly hosted by British Water and Bentley Systems in the City of London on 30 September 2025. The event was conceived by Bob Taylor, convenor of the newly launched Innovation […]
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Encoders are the most widely used feedback devices for electric motor control, capable of delivering precise position and speed feedback for closed-loop performance. With numerous technology options to choose from, selection of the right encoder technology is critical. Gerard Bush, engineering advisor at motion specialist INMOCO, discusses the technology behind incremental encoders. In a recent […]
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Tackling leakage is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways for utilities to bolster water security, writes Ben Crabtree, product line director, Ovarro, revealing how the potential of smart technologies is being demonstrated around the world. Droughts are becoming longer, harsher and more frequent – with impacts that are accelerating. According to the Organisation […]
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How a three-axis machine revolutionized aircraft construction While the recent EMO 2025 exhibition celebrated its 50th anniversary, Starrag looks back on an engineering anniversary of its own: 25 years of Sprint Z3. The inconspicuous machining head of the ECOSPEED series was officially presented for the first time in the year 2000. What began as a […]
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ANRITSU CORPORATION has enhanced the functions of its New Radio RF Conformance Test System ME7873NR to support 5G wireless device conformance tests and compliance with the ETSI*1 EN 301 908-25 standard under the European Radio Equipment Directive (RED). By using these enhanced functions, manufacturers can ensure regulatory compliance for 5G wireless devices sold in the […]
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Manufacturing trade body Made in Britain gained recognition from the likes of Sir Ed Davey, Rachel Reeves and Mel Stride during its tour of party political conferences this autumn, championing greater outcomes for its 2,200 members and the wider manufacturing sector. The not-for-profit trade organisation took its respected trademark and brand to the political party […]
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