As a cornerstone of economic progress, the manufacturing industry is facing the challenge of transitioning towards more circular practices in the journey towards net zero and a greener future. Neil Matthews, managing director at MSP, outlines three dynamic solutions.

Motion Control Products (MCP), the Bournemouth based solutions provider for the automation market, has introduced the Kinco MK Series all-in-one HMI-PLC with the power of connectivity and performance.

New from Phoenix Contact are service and load-contact connectors with lever push-in technology. The lever technology enables fast and effort-saving multiple wiring of different conductor types with and without ferrules. The connectors are simply integrated into the function shaft of the terminal blocks.

Contrinex’s tiny Ø3mm inductive proximity sensors cram high levels of performance into the smallest of packages. This combination of small size and big performance is ideal to verify the presence of interchangeable end-of-arm tooling on small robots.

EMKA’s expanding program of quarter turn locks and latches are very much targeted toward specialist panel and vehicle builders where rugged high performance is required.

Interroll has enhanced its Modular Pallet Platform (MPP) to meet market demands for an increased load capacity, enhanced energy efficiency, reduced complexity of design and improved storage options for warehouse facilities.

Kollmorgen has announced the new AKD2G 24A servo drive. Designed for applications in precision multi-axis servo systems, the new single-cable optimised drive builds upon the strengths of the AKD2G portfolio including upgraded safety features, SD card backup and a graphical display with higher amperage to support more applications with higher power requirements such as conveyors and vertical lifting applications.

WDS Components has released a range of aluminium clevis forks. The fork attachments create a strong linkage for applications that need a lightweight design. The black anodised forks are easily installed to any rod connection and are available in diameters ranging between M4 and M12.

Quality assurance and verification are important steps in any production process, but how can we carry out these inspections? 3D measurement technologies are one such approach to getting a closer look at individual products as Stewart Goulding, managing director at DC motor supplier EMS explains.

The new FEL large-area gripper from Schmalz features a flat and lightweight design, and combines precise handling for a wide variety of workpieces with energy efficiency in operation. At just 26.5 millimetres in height, it is suited to applications where access is restricted.