BITO Storage Systems, the UK subsidiary of the international BITO Lagertechnik GmbH group and leading provider of storage and picking solutions, will be exhibiting at Tomorrow’s Warehouse. Taking place on 15th May 2025 at the CBS Arena, Coventry, Tomorrow’s Warehouse is a one-day, free-to-attend conference and exhibition, presenting a range of solutions to boost warehouse […]
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Fast-growth technology company moves to Sheffield City Centre innovation hub FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics has embarked on the next phase of its growth journey by moving to a new headquarters at Pennine Five in Sheffield City Centre. The technology company, which has grown rapidly since it was formed in 2020 as a spinout from the University […]
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The boss of a leading metal pressings and tooling specialist has hailed the power of apprenticeships after reducing the average age of his workforce to just 44. Rowan Crozier, CEO of Brandauer, has steered the company to invest more than £400,000 into vocational learning since 2016 and this has seen the firm create toolmakers, engineers, […]
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An expert from leading sustainable waste management company Biffa is advising manufacturers to review their hazardous waste disposal processes to avoid costly fines and legal repercussions from the Environment Agency. Mishandling hazardous waste—even unintentionally—can result in significant penalties, with some businesses facing fines exceeding £1 million. The risk of non-compliance Under the Environmental Protection Act […]
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Author: John Harrison, Head of Relationship Management at Allica Bank Having spent much of my career providing banking services to UK manufacturers, I’ve seen first-hand their strong appetite for innovation and growth. The ascendence of game-changing technologies like AI and automation means the drive to innovate is stronger than ever. As always, investing in innovation […]
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ABB has turned to its own technology to understand and optimize energy consumption at its Stonehouse manufacturing and calibration centre in the UK. The result has been a 20% reduction in electricity usage plus wider sustainability benefits. The drive towards greater operational efficiency and sustainability is a boardroom conversation in every industrial organization. Reducing energy […]
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An innovative robot system that is capable of repairing rails and points is set to change the way European rail networks are maintained. Using industrial robots from FANUC, the system has been designed and manufactured by Robel Rail Automation, German specialists in the maintenance of rail infrastructure. The system features a rail-traversing wagon mounted by […]
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For easy and time-saving mounting of Heavycon D7 connectors, Phoenix Contact offers panel-mount bases with screw-in thread. They can be easily attached in round panel cutouts with an M25 or M32 counter nut or screwed directly into motors and devices with corresponding threads. Heavy-duty connectors in size D7 enable the flexible, space-saving, and robust cabling […]
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As energy efficiency regulations tighten and costs rise, businesses are seeking smarter solutions for managing energy across multiple locations. ABB Ability™ InSite Energy Pro, a cloud-based energy management platform, delivers actionable insights and automated optimization from a single, intuitive interface. Powered by AWS’s secure and scalable cloud infrastructure, InSite Energy Pro leverages real-time analytics and […]
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Camira, a leading textile designer and manufacturer, has innovated Lucia T2T, a new recycled polyester made entirely from 100% textile-to-textile (T2T) waste. This innovation aims to address the growing, global textile waste crisis and promote a circular approach to textile design. On the United Nations’ International Day of Zero Waste, March 30, 2025, Camira will […]
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