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Edwards cryogenic portfolio now available globally

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Edwards has launched a complete cryogenic product range, now available globally. The portfolio brings together cryogenic compressors, cold heads, vacuum pumps, cryo panel solutions and integrated cryogenic systems, providing customers with a single source for cryogenic cooling and vacuum technologies.

Edwards cryogenic portfolio now available globally

Compact 3D stereo camera system for robotics and logistics

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The Basler 3D Stereo mini camera from OEM Automatic offers a solution for price-sensitive applications in mobile robots (AMRs and AGVs), warehouse drones and compact automation solutions. As a compact 3D camera system, it enables reliable depth detection and precise object recognition.

Compact 3D stereo camera system for robotics and logistics

Flexible approaches to industrial enclosure customisation

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If a standard enclosure doesn't meet application needs, customisation can accommodate requirements without compromising on protection. From CNC machining of small batches to modular tooling for high-volume production, enclosure manufacturers can deliver bespoke solutions that combine design flexibility with cost-effective production, and a fast time-to-market. Chris Lloyd, Managing Director at Spelsberg UK, explains.

Flexible approaches to industrial enclosure customisation

Molex introduces MiniMix hybrid power and signal connectors to accelerate humanoid robotics mass-production scaling

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Molex has unveiled MiniMix hybrid power and signal connectors, a purpose-built interconnect platform designed to solve manufacturing and packaging challenges in next-generation humanoid robotics, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and advanced industrial automation systems.

Molex introduces MiniMix hybrid power and signal connectors to accelerate humanoid robotics mass-production scaling

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Spring 2026

Industrial Technology Magazine - Spring 2026

Cover Story
2 Meet the Festo Virtual Assistant: built for engineers, driven by AI.

Industrial update
8 Sentiment is mixed over the Industrial Strategy
10 Simplifying motor, drive, and PLC selection for any application
12 Smart position control for aircraft hanger doors
14 The EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542: What changes?

Design Engineering

16 Are primers essential or can they be avoided?
18 A preventative standard rather than a last resort
20 Adhesives streamline production for UK composite panel manufacturer
22 The small spring that solves big bearing problems
24 Arc flash: a hidden danger in switchgear panels
26 Why fire protection enclosures are essential in data centres

Machine building

29 How to select an electric linear actuator for speed
30 Building better machines
32 The emergence of Europe’s next industrial revolution
34 Keeping full control
36 Extra services help make the most of components
38 Why ISO standards matter in the real world
40 Reducing downtime risks and total cost of ownership
42 Why high-stress automation needs innovative cable design
44 Buying a robot is not a strategy

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