Mouser Electronics has been named 2022 E-Catalogue Distributor of the Year by Omron Electronic Components. This is the third consecutive year that Mouser has received the top digital award.

A campaign which shone a light on the high cost of wasted energy in compressed air systems has put Thorite in the running for two major awards.

See Schaeffler at MachineBuilding.Live, 4 October 2023, on stand 69

See Igus at MachineBuilding.Live, 4 October 2023, on stand 20

Michael Smith Engineers has announced the expansion of its sales territory for Viking Pump to include Scotland. MSE is the only authorised distributor for Viking Pump in mainland United Kingdom and this extension of geographical coverage underlines its excellent relationship with Viking Pumps since the partnership was formed in 2006.

Survey results from a big PwC / Make UK survey shows that new product introduction is the biggest area for planned investment among manufacturers. This reflects robust Igus enquiries, says managing director Matthew Aldridge, and Igus is primed to support this new product bonanza.

With a rapidly growing demand for the technology, the number of industrial automation vendors offering TSN-compatible devices continues to grow, reports CLPA.

When NSK solved an overheating issue involving the bearings on a dust extraction fan at an ore preparation plant, it led to annual cost savings of €88,955. These ongoing savings emanate from the elimination of compressed air – previously required for cooling – thanks to NSK’s correctly specified bearing and lubrication solution.

Mouser Electronics has won gold in the e-Catalogue Distributor category as part of the TDK European Distribution Award 2023.

What challenges are machine builders and switchgear system manufacturers facing in today’s global markets? How can the right course be set for efficient engineering at an early stage in the game? This year’s Eplan L!ve 2023 event on 21 June 2023 is providing distilled answers.