Industrial Technology

Power in small packages

Today

Like the evolution from bulky cassette-based Walkman to today's pocket-sized smartphones that can store and play tens of thousands of songs - modern engineering also demands greater capability within dramatically reduced physical footprints. Here, Chris Handcock, technical manager at drive system supplier Electro Mechanical Systems, explores how miniaturisation is changing product design.

Power in small packages

Safety brakes XL at SMM 2026

Today

Power transmission specialist mayr presents braking systems for high braking torques and large-scale applications in harsh environments.

Safety brakes XL at SMM 2026

Simple-Flex spacer coupling with flexible composite tube

Today

The "Simple-Flex" series from JAKOB Antriebstechnik is a spacer coupling that can be manufactured in lengths ranging from 0.5 m to 6 m and operates without the need for additional intermediate bearings, even over large shaft spans.

Simple-Flex spacer coupling with flexible composite tube

Siemens launches ultra-fast circuit protection technology

Today

Siemens has launched a new ultra-fast electronic circuit protection device in the UK, designed to help buildings, infrastructure and industrial sites detect and contain electrical faults before they lead to damage or disruption.

Siemens launches ultra-fast circuit protection technology

AWI look to capitalise on £150,000 aerospace growth with Farnborough appearance

2 days ago

Alloy Wire International (AWI), the specialist supplier of precision wire for critical aircraft components, is targeting an aerospace boost when it returns to the Farnborough International Airshow from 20-24 July).

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

2 days ago

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.

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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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