In the first of a series of preview articles, we look at some of the technologies on display at FoodManufacturing.Live, focusing here on bushings and bearings from Graphite Metallising Corporation, measurement technology from JUMO, control systems from Total Automated Solutions and the full factory fit-out capability of Oakley Food Projects.

Would your company like to save multiple hours and cash for every machine you build? At MACH 2024, igus presents Module Connect, a unique and elegant engineering design to help machine users save assembly time.

This special event is staged exclusively for engineers in the UK food and drink manufacturing sector. With more than 100 exhibitors on site specialising in factory automation, robotics, power transmission, industrial networks, machinery safety and so much more, there is something here for engineers of all disciplines.

The VEGATRUCK mobile customer training facility is gearing up for its much-anticipated 2024 UK Tour, scheduled for three weeks starting from 24 April to 9 May.

Compressed air and fluid power specialist Thorite will highlight how it can help food and drink companies reduce energy use, improve efficiency and maximise savings at FoodManufacturing.Live.

An upgrade project for a platform lift used in a materials handling installation had its old mechanical limit switches swapped-out for 2-wire inductive sensors from Contrinex to verify that loads are properly positioned before allowing the lift to move.

FANUC UK has welcomed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s announcement to fully fund apprenticeships in small businesses. Taking effect from 1 April 2024, the move is expected to reduce costs and burdens for businesses and deliver more opportunities for people aged up to 21 to kick start their careers.

HMS Networks has finalised the acquisition of Red Lion Controls from Spectris Group Holdings. The two companies are now one entity and can start working together on common go-to-market strategies and product offerings.

Digi International is poised to introduce the wireless and highly power-efficient Digi ConnectCore MP25 system-on-module (SOM) at Embedded World 2024. Featuring AI and machine learning capabilities, with an integrated neural processing unit and image signal processor, Digi ConnectCore MP25 is designed for next-generation computer vision applications.

On 1 May 2024 at the National Motorcycle Museum, VEGA will be bringing VEGATRUCK to FoodManufacturing.Live, providing visitors with the opportunity to learn all about the company’s level and pressure technologies.