At Machine Building North, we've put together an AI technology trail where you can talk to leaders in the field of automation to get their take on the likely impact of AI, find out what is here now, and what might be coming in the near future.

Machine Building North is excited to welcome Indu Sol area manager Angadh Lambert as a presenter in the Networking Theatre, discussing PROFINET Security. Join Angadh from 11:00 to 11:30 in Theatre 2 at the Concorde Centre in Manchester on 10 April.

Construction machinery manufacturer Ecovolve is transforming the sector with innovative electric and eco-friendly machinery. Helping the company on this sustainability journey are self-lubricating iglidur flange bearings from igus.

CAP-XX, a global leader in supercapacitor technology and energy management systems, and SCHURTER Group, a leading innovator in electronic components and HMI, are pleased to announce a strategic Technology Cooperation Agreement. This partnership reflects the commitment to creating a safe, all-electric and connected society.

WEG's partner AZserv, a leader in enhancing reliability and maximising plant uptime, has effectively deployed the WEGscan wireless monitoring system to identify dry bearing defects in a raw mill elevator drive and critical fan unit.

As part of the Group's growth strategy Rubix has reached an agreement to acquire ERIKS UK and Ireland.

Machine Building North is delighted to welcome PIUK chairman Chris McComb as a presenter in the networking theatre, introducing the topic of Module Type Package, (MTP) and how it promotes interoperability and flexibility.

H3X, a pioneer in high-power density electric propulsion systems, has partnered with HBK to provide robust testing and validation of its groundbreaking electric motors.

Founded by Ernst Leybold in Cologne in 1850, vacuum pioneer Leybold has achieved numerous pioneering milestones and product developments. Now, in 2025, the renowned manufacturer is celebrating its 175th anniversary.

Ruland Manufacturing has acquired the assets of RoCom Couplings, a Santa Maria, California-based company specialising in beaming technology, including beam couplings, machined springs, and custom beamed components.