Fortress Safety unveils new website and brand refresh
TodayA newly redesigned website and refreshed brand identity mark a significant milestone for machinery safety and interlocking expert Fortress Safety.
Apex Dynamics UK appoints Andrew Parsons as new General Manager
TodayApex Dynamics UK, an expert supplier of planetary and other servo gearboxes and solutions, has appointed Andrew Parsons as its new General Manager. Following impressive 20% growth in 2024, his appointment comes at a pivotal moment, as his extensive experience will help steer the company's future expansion and direction.
FANUC unveils first ever explosion-proof collaborative paint robot
TodayFANUC has launched what it says is the world's first ever explosion-proof, ATEX-rated collaborative robot for industrial painting applications. Ideal for wet spraying, dry powder coating and multiple other processes that include adhesive dispensing, the CRX-10iA/L PAINT will improve the precision of paint jobs, reduce waste, increase productivity and boost safety by protecting workers from paint fumes.
Can maglev reduce manufacturing downtime?
TodayWhat really grinds manufacturers' gears? Costly downtime and worn-out machinery. Maglev technology takes friction out of the equation, reducing the need for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activity. Here, Mark Richards, UK sales manager at Beckhoff Automation UK, explains the long- and short-term benefits of maglev technology for maintenance engineering.
New pinch valve provides secure connection for biopharma applications
TodayFlow control specialist Burkert has released a new pinch valve for use in single-use biopharma applications. The new Type 2707 Pinch Valve ensures process safety and reliability with a stainless steel locking and pinch mechanism that optimises flow while protecting the tube insertion.
Bombardier to digitally transform aircraft engineering
7 days agoSiemens Digital Industries Software reports that Bombardier has expanded its adoption of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software for aircraft development to streamline its product engineering processes to meet the challenges of modern aerospace design and push the boundaries of innovation.
Siemens expands Teamcenter X to make PLM accessible to companies of all sizes
7 days agoSiemens Digital Industries Software is introducing new versions of its Teamcenter X software so that organisations of all sizes can leverage best-in-class SaaS Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to digitally transform and drive innovation across the manufacturing industry.
Precision gears for every requirement
1 day agoFrom 24 to 27 June 2025 Nabtesco will be among the exhibitors at automatica in Munich, presenting the company's diverse production and solution portfolio for robotics and automation under the motto "The Power at your Side".
Full-metal ultrasonic sensor for harsh environments
1 day agoifm introduces the UGT3 - a full-metal ultrasonic sensor designed to excel in the most demanding industrial environments. Combining exceptional durability with advanced ultrasonic technology, the UGT3 combines precision, reliability and toughness in extreme conditions.
Precise dosing for safety-relevant components
7 days agoThe aviation industry is facing a major upheaval. In addition to new solutions for decarbonisation and innovations for digitalisation, manufacturers and suppliers are increasingly working on automation in aircraft production. Henkel is aiding in these efforts with the new Sonderhoff DM80 Static Mix dosing machine.
Industrial Technology Magazine - Spring 2025
Cover Story
2 Selecting the optimal end-of-arm equipment
Industrial update
8 Harness AI to transform development and engineering
10 Recyclable artificial vision system could be sweet for the environment
12 £83bn boost to UK economy if SMEs achieve their growth ambitions
14 Li-ion raw materials impact the battery recycling market
Aerospace report
16 Specialised aircraft bearings for extreme heat and pressure
Food manufacturing
18 Grasping the full potential of sensors
19 Baking rolls on a large scale
Medical report
20 Advanced drive systems could revolutionise surgical robots
21 Miniature ballscrews for medical applications
Design Engineering
23 Discovering the benefits of a machined spring
24 Thread grooves with the highest requirements
26 Bonding artificial turf to various substrates
28 Take action if you’re suffering from arc eye
Machine building
31 Flat packed kits versus fully assembled solutions
32 Encoders for position and motion control
34 Programming barrier to the democratise of automation
36 Keeping conveyors rolling
38 Overcoming the reluctance to automate with robotics
40 Ultrasonic inspection machine relies on servo drive system
42 Harmonised standards for risk assessments
44 Safe, seamless collaboration between cobots and humans
46 Control upgrade reduces configuration time by 75%
48 Machine vision improves component inspection
