Can technology save the planet? The sentiment at the World Economic Forum annual conference in Davos evoked an overwhelming yes. Next generation technologies have undeniable potential. Yet, the success of these technologies hinges on how we navigate their implementation. Stefan Reuther, member of the executive board at COPA-DATA, reflects on the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual conference – what change is required to achieve the twin transition?

European users of NSK's linear guides can now take advantage of NSK's new state-of-the-art cutting facility in the Netherlands. Based at the company's European Distribution Centre in Tilburg, the €1.6 million plant will enhance service levels for customers in key European markets that include Germany, France, Italy and elsewhere.

With more than 120 exhibitors specialising in engineering and automation solutions for the food and drink industry plus a comprehensive programme of free-to-attend Workshops, there is something for food and drink industry engineers of all disciplines at FoodManufacturing.Live on Wednesday 1st May.

In our final preview of what you can expect to see at next week's FoodManufacturing.Live, we explore everything for individual automation components to bespoke machines and full production lines, as well as associated considerations that have an impact on productivity and safety such as flooring.

Adhesive technologies expert LOCTITE is reinforcing its commitment to exceed customer expectations in adhesive solutions, by going ‘Beyond the Bond’ with full, end-to-end support.

As a global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings Henkel Adhesive Technologies is constantly driving sustainability based on its Sustainability Ambition 2030. Now a novel digital solution is enabling quick and comprehensive reporting of Product Carbon Footprint (PCF), and has been certified by TÜV Rheinland.

British Automation and Robot Association (BARA), organiser of Automation UK, is excited to announce a leading industry expert as a keynote speaker. Vanessa Loiola, founder of Valoy Automation, will talk about ‘Enhancing Robotic Cell Performance with Strategic Programming Solutions’.

For one post-doctorate researcher at Lancaster University, the latest investigation involves experimental work using equipment that needs to operate at relatively low air flow rates. The solution came from Bürkert, which supplied the original mass flow controller.

This year’s Machine Vision Conference will be held between 18-19 June at the Coventry Building Society Arena where the MVC visitors will also have the unique opportunity to visit the co-located Automation UK which showcases the latest automation and robotics all under one roof.

Zebra Technologies reports that an industrial bakery has secured lower error rates and higher throughput of goods with a modern machine vision solution using Zebra’s Aurora Design Assistant machine vision software.