Industrial Technology

Choice of canting options for 19"/10.5" rack enclosures

Today

METCASE's INSTRUMET 19"/10.5" aluminium enclosures now offer a choice of canting options - tilt feet or a tilt-swivel carry handle - for ergonomic viewing and operation.

Choice of canting options for 19

WDS expands enclosure hardware range

Today

WDS Components has expanded our enclosure hardware range, strengthening support for OEMs, panel builders, machine manufacturers and enclosure specialists.

WDS expands enclosure hardware range

Fully integrated PLC+HMIs provide compact solutions for process control and automation

1 day ago

The IDEC FTxJ series, SmartAxis Touch, offers conveniently-sized and industrially-tough 4.3" or 7" multi-touch display with an integrated controller and expandable I/O, making the FTxJ series ideal for visualising and automating process equipment and machinery.

Fully integrated PLC+HMIs provide compact solutions for process control and automation

Manufacturers rethink role of video tech as operational pressures grow

2 days ago

Research for first issue of 'In focus' series from Axis explores UK manufacturing challenges and why cost and quality pressures are driving demand for greater operational insight.

Manufacturers rethink role of video tech as operational pressures grow

Global engineering community launches initiative enabling members to review products of their choice

Today

element14, an Avnet community, has launched a new initiative within its RoadTest program, inviting engineers to apply to test and review a product of their choosing.

Siemens advances aerospace innovation with industrial AI at Farnborough International Airshow

Today

Siemens has announced its presence at the Farnborough International Airshow, where it will demonstrate how aerospace and defence companies are using industrial AI and the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio to accelerate digital transformation, improve collaboration and reduce program delivery timescales.

Food Manufacturing Live

9:00am - 3:00pm, Wednesday 14th October 2026 Food Manufacturing Live

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9:00am - 3:00pm, Wednesday 14th October 2026 Machine Building Live
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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