As the maritime industry scans the horizon for scalable zero-emission fuels, low emission ammonia is looming ever larger as a potential solution for deep sea operators. Here Hans Olav Raen, CEO of Yara Clean Ammonia, explains the universal appeal of the power source, while outlining why his company has the experience, knowledge and global vision […]
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FANUC’s best-in-category energy efficiency claim for its ROBOSHOT injection moulder series has been validated in a real life installation at sustainable plastic product manufacturer Bloom-in-Box. The ROBOSHOT S150iA has consistently used 33% less power than the other all-electric machines at the injection moulder’s Burscough facility since it was installed in 2022. This energy performance has […]
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Steve Briscall, National Training Manager and Sam Cook, Technical Training Manager, at Rushlift offer a five-point plan for uplifting fleet performance A vast number of businesses are critically dependent on the smooth running of their forklift truck fleet. And yet, how well planned, maintained and managed is the average fleet? How sophisticated is the analysis […]
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Rapidly increasing uptake of remote sensor technology is revolutionising how sewer networks are monitored and managed across the UK – and has prompted a firmware update from technology company Metasphere, writes Ryan Pearson, head of strategy. Remote sewer network monitoring is already offering significant advantages to the most progressive water companies in the UK, who […]
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As discussions around international trade and export tariffs continue to make headlines, UK consumers have said price and availability are the key factors behind looking at foreign-made products when shopping instead of buying British. In a YouGov poll of over 2,000 people in the UK, commissioned by Made in Britain, 46% said they would consider […]
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HMS Networks has released its annual analysis of the industrial network market, revealing key trends and developments. After an exceptional surge in 2023, the market experienced a slight slowdown in 2024, with a decrease of approximately 10–11% in newly installed nodes. This dip is primarily attributed to a more challenging economic environment, ongoing uncertainties, and […]
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SME manufacturers to benefit from funded tech talent as phase two launches across North West: New white paper demonstrates real-world impact on both businesses and students. Made Smarter, the movement to help SME manufacturers adopt digital technologies, has launched the second phase of its highly successful Digital Technology Internship programme to tackle mounting digital skills […]
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Attributed to Chris Lloyd, Managing Director, Spelsberg els UK Ltd To develop an industrial enclosure that achieves a seamless user experience requires an in-depth process at its foundation. To prioritise competing requirements and realise them through design and manufacture relies on a collaborative approach that spans multiple disciplines. This organisational framework is important to not […]
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Whether argon, helium, or mixed gases, shielding gas is essential for a stable arc and perfect welding results. Too little gas does not provide sufficient protection, allowing ambient air to penetrate to the welding point. The consequences are oxidation and porosity of the weld seams, increased spatter, and an unstable arc. Too much shielding gas […]
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Dürr’s 19,000th robot to be delivered to BYD’s first European plant. Dürr’s 19,000th painting robot will be delivered to BYD’s first European plant in Szeged, Hungary. Equipped with the high-speed EcoBell3 rotary atomiser, this robot will provide BYD with exceptional paint quality while supporting sustainable production. BYD Auto Company Limited, a leading Chinese new energy […]
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