Digitally native and open to technological progress, Gen Z could be the secret weapon the manufacturing sector needs to harness the power of automation. But it is incumbent on the industry to make sure the younger generation is turned on to careers in engineering and robotics. This is the view of FANUC UK.

RS Group has announced that four of its near-term climate reduction targets have received validation from the SBTi. The SBTi is a global body that drives ambitious climate action in the private sector by enabling organisations to set science-based emissions reduction targets.

Carter Manufacturing is proud to be participating in a ground breaking development of an aviation hydrogen project; Future Engine Technology for the Control of Hydrogen (FETCH). This key project is a collaboration of the University of Bath/IAAPS, Cranfield University, along with Moog, Baker Hughes Druck, Curtiss-Wright and Carter Manufacturing.

Essentra has created a new Centre of Excellence at its manufacturing and distribution site and UK headquarters in Kidlington to test and develop new materials that will in turn enable it to offer even more sustainable product ranges globally for its customers.

The first ever MachineBuilding.Live took place at the superb National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham on 4 October and proved a roaring success, with packed aisles, busy stands, new friends made, valuable contacts established and real business done. Exhibitors sang the praises of the show, and are already looking forward to next year’s event.

As one of the market leaders in the field of industrial image processing, IDS is hosting the online event ‘InsightImaging’ on 21 November. Participants can look forward to versatile product presentations, case studies and ‘How To’ sessions.

In a strategic move to bolster its production capabilities and continue delivering unparalleled service to its customers, WDS Components has integrated a new bandsaw machine into its workshop, marking a significant enhancement in its manufacturing processes.

Mouser Electronics will be organising a free workshop to help engineers developing IoT applications to accelerate their projects with secure IoT cloud deployment.

Spelsberg has announced its new collaborative venture with Dublin’s ATC Automation. This new partnership in Ireland aims to leverage the strengths of both companies and extend Spelsberg’s reach in the enclosure services market in Ireland.

Kontron announces the securing of two design wins with a combined volume of approximately EUR 100m. These wins involve Kontron providing IFEC systems to be installed on aircraft operated by multiple airlines, including one that utilises satellite-based technology.