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Metal bellows coupling KPP for high-speed applications

Metal bellows coupling KPP for high-speed applications

To meet the demands of higher performance applications, JAKOB Antriebstechnik offers the KPP metal bellows coupling. This coupling has a nominal torque of over 600 Nm and a maximum torque of approximately 1200 Nm.

9th February 2026

A software-based controller for the industrial future

A software-based controller for the industrial future

With Virtual PLCnext Control, Phoenix Contact is launching a software-based controller solution that enables flexible automation functions in virtualised IT environments.

9th February 2026

Cutting costs and reducing downtime risk for machine builders

9th February 2026

OEM Automatic acquires Motion29

OEM Automatic acquires Motion29

OEM Automatic has acquired Motion29, bringing the expertise, products, and services of both organisations under both the OEM and Motion29 brands, strengthening its overall offering. Customers will benefit from a wider range of solutions, delivered with the same high level of service and support.

5th February 2026

Lubrication-free lead screw technology

Lubrication-free lead screw technology

Gain an insight into what the dryspin product range offers, as igus dryspin product manager Rob Day explains how this technology can improve applications with increased reliability and efficiency while also eradicating the need for lubrication.

5th February 2026

Parker announces major software release for PSD servo drives

Parker announces major software release for PSD servo drives

Parker Hannifin announces a significant software release for its PSD servo drive family, focused on "Intelligent Drive". The release delivers new control modes, advanced synchronisation functions and performance optimisations designed to improve throughput, accuracy and system efficiency in demanding industrial applications.

4th February 2026

New I/O system extends control capabilities for motion-centric machines

New I/O system extends control capabilities for motion-centric machines

Trio Motion Technology has launched a new I/O system, extending the machine control and connectivity of its new Motion-PLC controller range. The MS I/O System directly integrates high-speed I/O to Trio's new range of Flexible Machine Controllers via compact slices, giving machine builders flexibility over machine control connectivity and reducing the cost of machine development.

4th February 2026

ABB IE6 SynRM motors deliver a major boost for industrial energy efficiency

ABB IE6 SynRM motors deliver a major boost for industrial energy efficiency

ABB is accelerating industrial energy efficiency with its expanded range of IE6 Hyper‑Efficiency synchronous reluctance SynRM motors. This magnet‑free technology - now available from 110 to 450 kW in frame sizes 280 and 315, and speeds up to 3600 rpm- brings next-level efficiency and sustainability to even more industrial applications.

4th February 2026

Gearboxes perfectly balance precision, power and simplicity

Gearboxes perfectly balance precision, power and simplicity

Apex Dynamics has launched its accurate, compact and powerful range of PFII planetary gearboxes. Designed with efficiency and simplicity in mind for use in shaft-driven actuators, linear units and machine axes, the PFII Series delivers high torque, low noise and precision.

4th February 2026

Safety data communication - free webinar

Safety data communication - free webinar

Join the experts at Fortress Safety on 25 Feb and 10:30 for a short, practical webinar that looks at how industrial safety communication has evolved and how safety data is exchanged across today's networks.

4th February 2026

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