In this video from Igus, you can get an introduction to the company’s i-sense technology and how effective it is in helping prevent downtime.

From cameras and lasers to fibre optic cables and telescopes, our understanding of the way light behaves and its properties has enabled its use in a vast array of practical applications. Dave Walsha, sales manager at small DC motor supplier EMS, explains the key role micromotors play in driving a diverse range of optical applications.

Belzona has a portfolio of protective coatings and repair composites that have been used to improve the efficiency and performance of hydropower assets for decades. These can play a key role in the decarbonisation of the sector, driving the industry towards a net zero future.

The Lifeline range of enclosures from Spelsberg help ensure safety for up to 90 minutes in the event of a fire by enabling critical systems to continue operation.

Jon Bentley, managing director of Mclennan – Tamagawa’s UK distributor for industrial applications – explores smart agriculture and construction machinery applications for Tamagawa Seiki IMUs.

We talk to the experts at IKO Nippon Thompson about how linear rail and carriages can be easily adjusted and modified, and how projects can be re-designed around standard products, to save customers time and money.

Thomson Industries has introduced a new family of compact linear systems that makes it easier for motion designers to implement complex applications in small spaces. Designers needing thrust and bearing support in a single, compact unit now have flexibility to build such applications.

When a sensing application demands the highest level of performance and reliability in detecting objects and their positioning, the latest photoelectric sensors with IO-Link connectivity from Baumer is one of the best options.

Barry Weller, robotics product manager at Mitsubishi Electric, looks at the benefits of implementing collaborative robots and how easy they are to integrate into existing laboratories.

Kabelschlepp Metool says its FLATVEYOR ZP combines the advantages of a flat cable system with the structure of a cable carrier. Users benefit from a simple replacement process for cables and hoses. In addition, existing cables and hoses can be installed, which reduces costs and provides more sustainability in procurement.