Gerard Bush, engineer at INMOCO, explains the technology behind Hall-effect sensors and resolvers.

SICK has unveiled its robust new Visionary AI-Assist for people detection, outdoor collision avoidance and monitoring. The next generation solution combines high-resolution 2D and 3D image processing with a powerful integrated artificial intelligence (AI) chip in a single device. It can reliably detect people and small objects, and determine their distance from the sensor, even in difficult conditions.

Mitsubishi Electric has launched its latest FR-D800 series inverters, designed to deliver better performance, easy operation and improved energy efficiency for a wide range of industrial applications. Compact and intuitive, the new series delivers powerful performance alongside features designed to make selection, installation and operation simpler.

CMFS (Condition Monitoring with Fail-Safe) is a new technology from the Nabtesco for monitoring the yaw drive system of wind turbines, thus strengthening the company's position as a supplier of pioneering mechatronic concepts and data-based services.

The configurable safety modules of the PSRmodular XC product family from Phoenix Contact have been certified for use in potentially explosive areas. This extends the range of applications further.

Modern industrial processes demand lighting solutions that can do more than simply provide brightness. With the LED luminaires from binder, users now have access to technology that combines workplace illumination and status indication in a single system.

The experts from Relec explore the key applications of industrial PCs, the specifications that make them suitable for different sectors, and the standards that ensure they're fit for purpose.

Kollmorgen has introduced the Kollmorgen Essentials motion system, a new line of servo motion solutions that makes high-performance motion control easier and more affordable for virtually any axis of motion.

With its new Telemetric Measurement System (TMS), Kistler for the first time achieves wireless, wear-free transmission of signals for process and tool monitoring in dynamic structures such as turret lathes.

Apex Dynamics UK appeared at the PPMA Total 2025 processing and packaging machinery show in Birmingham, displaying its new SGM range of compact motors and geared motor units. The company's stand at the event also featured live demonstrations of precision planetary gearboxes and rack and pinion technology.