Discover the latest industry insights and trends at Excel London on 21 & 22 September 2023 As one of the world’s most connected venues, getting to ExCeL couldn’t be easier Event organisers are already fielding huge demand from potential exhibitors and visitors PROPER snacks founder Cassandra Stavrou, Liz Earle MBE and Candy Kittens co-founder Jamie […]
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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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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 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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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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Veteran engineer and popular Northern Soul DJ celebrates major work milestone in style One of the UK’s longest serving engineers celebrated 76 years working in industry this week and insisted he wants to carry on until he is 100. Vic Sutton, a Calibration Engineer at harness and wiring looms specialist Teepee Electrical in Bloxwich, turned […]
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Ever more logistics companies are seeking new ways of maintaining or improving operational efficiency and customer service levels with fewer people, says Xia Hulling, founder and CEO of robotic sortation system specialist LiBiao Robotics Alongside the construction and hospitality industries, logistics is among the business sectors to have been hit hardest by Europe’s dwindling labour market and […]
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Leading manufacturer of outdoor shading systems, Caribbean Blinds, is celebrating a successful start to the year after onboarding six new members of staff across its production and installation departments, in the space of just three months. An integral part of the company’s long-term plans to keep up with continued demand and projected growth, Caribbean Blinds’ […]
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Manchester based ASG Group has announced their ongoing commitment to quality and accreditation approvals, showcasing their growing capability in the aerospace industry. The group has received a group-wide AS9100 approval following recent audit by NQA. Since its formation in 2019, ASG Group has collaborated with partners to provide services to aerospace and space customers. However, […]
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Our Editor, Maria Lapthorn, is taking on a challenge of a lifetime, trekking through the French Alps to raise money for the incredible charity, Coppafeel! Any donations would be very gratefully received to support Coppafeel and help stamp out late detection of breast cancer. Please give if you can! From Maria, Editor: “This September I […]
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