Nidec Drives has launched a major upgrade to its Connect PC commissioning tool, making drive setup faster, simpler and more intuitive than ever. Known for delivering cutting-edge motion solutions, the company now takes ease of use to the next level, empowering users to achieve peak performance with guided, step-by-step PC-based support.

With real-time data access, remote diagnostics and simplified configuration, a new commissioning tool helps system integrators and engineers reduce on-site time, speed up project delivery and ensure a smooth handover to operations, says Tim Ricketts, Business Development Manager at Listo.

ABB has combined advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to create a one-of-a-kind artwork for the City=Gallery Street Art Festival in Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic, home to Skoda's main plant. Working in collaboration with the Skoda Auto Endowment Fund, Skoda Auto, PPG and the festival organisers, ABB's IRB 5500 painted a large-scale mural designed entirely by AI, based on ideas submitted by the public.

Energy efficiency in manufacturing focuses on optimising energy use to minimise waste, reduce costs and lower environmental impact. At MachineBuilding.Live, visitors can learn all about the technologies, systems and practices that ensure energy is used effectively across all manufacturing processes.

Moxa has achieved the IRIS (International Railway Industry Standard) Certification Silver Quality Performance Level during a recent surveillance audit. This achievement puts Moxa together with the select 12% of certified companies in the international rail equipment sector that have been awarded an IRIS Silver rating.

Automation and control technology specialist, Beckhoff UK, will exhibit at PPMA at the NEC, Birmingham from September 23 to 25, 2025. The company will be on stand F40, demonstrating how machine builders and control engineers can harness cabinet-free automation and flexible motion systems to prepare for the future of packaging production.

Power hockey requires a specialised wheelchair, equipped with a shooting mechanism, protective bumpers, and high manoeuvrability. Rapid acceleration is also vital, so the motor technology that drives them is an essential aspect of wheelchair design. Powersport Engineering partnered with maxon brand Parvalux to develop a drive system fit the demands of this high-paced game.

SKF's Food Line ball bearing units will take centre stage at the leading rolling bearing manufacturer's exhibition at drinktec 2025. Under the refreshed theme 'Bottlenecks are for drinks.', SKF will showcase its latest innovations, featuring live demonstrations and product presentations. A highlight of the event will be a keynote speech by SKF's Sustainability Director, Vanja Winblad.

Nozomi Networks, the global leader in OT, IoT and CPS security, and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation have announced they have signed a definitive agreement whereby Mitsubishi Electric will acquire Nozomi Networks.

Humanoid robots are moving closer to real-world deployment - and their progress depends on physical intelligence and real-time reasoning. With the recent announcement of general availability of NVIDIA Jetson Thor, Analog Devices (ADI) is further accelerating the development of humanoids and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).