Operational Technology (OT) networks across the manufacturing industry are increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attacks as a result of ‘blind spots’ brought on by digital transformation and IIoT – a new report has warned. The report, published today by Yokogawa UK and titled (more...)

Work on Sulzer’s new state-of-the-art service centre in Birmingham, UK, is continuing to schedule. As planned, the building is now watertight, and attention is turning to the internal construction of the workshop area and the offices. Customers can expect the new facility to be open towards (more...)

Industrial enclosures specialist Intertec has acquired the UK’s Thermotex Engineering – manufacturer of soft insulation jackets for industrial processing equipment such as valves and piping. Thermotex’s insulation jackets complement the German innovator’s portfolio to extend (more...)

Renishaw is committed to maintaining global supply chains and supporting its customers worldwide. During these uncertain times that means adapting, and helping industry to adapt, to new priorities and requirements. Tarquin Adams, Renishaw's Group Marketing Manager, explains: “In these (more...)

As the second largest seaport in Europe, the Port of Antwerp handles over 200 million tonnes of cargo each year. It’s vital that ships and barges are able to navigate through the port without obstruction, while rail and road links must also remain clear for passenger cars and commercial (more...)

TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) announces two promotions and the addition of one new member to its TDK-Lambda UK Board of Directors. Geoff Wilby (pictured) has now taken on full responsibility as Managing Director of TDK Lambda UK. Martin Coates has been promoted to Engineering Director of TDK-Lambda (more...)

South Africa conservationist Brett Barlow needed a robust security solution to protect Munu, a blind, South Western Black Rhinoceros whose species is critically endangered. Barlow deployed an all Flir solution, comprising thermal cameras, visible cameras and an NVR, for around-the-clock monitoring, (more...)

Schaeffler has donated over £3,600 to four UK-based charities to support them during the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, including Age UK (Birmingham & Sandwell) and three Foodbanks in Birmingham, Sheffield and Hereford. Age UK is a registered charity in the United Kingdom, which launched on 1 (more...)

Volkswagen has released the sixth generation of its VASS (Volkswagen Audi Seat Skoda) Standard, which includes an update to Eplan Version 2.9. The standard has also been expanded to include 3D functionality in switchgear system engineering and information for bi-directional exchange with PLC project (more...)

Laser direct structuring (LDS) is a special success story. For almost 20 years, it has been possible to apply electronic conductor paths directly onto plastic parts during series production. LDS enables the production of electronic assemblies with flexible geometric shapes. This process enables (more...)