Discover the benefits of a machined spring in new video from ABSSAC
TodayABSSAC has produced a new video providing an introduction to machined springs, which meet the needs of applications where design considerations such as accuracy, linearity, repeatability and parallelism are critical, particularly over the long term.
Metrology's role in robotic manufacturing cells
TodayRenishaw's Kevyn Jonas, director and general manager for industrial automation, reveals how the company's latest industrial automation products bring metrology solutions into the world of robot cells and robot processes.

Brushless slotless motor set to revolutionise industrial power tools
TodayPortescap's latest innovation for the industrial power tools market is the 40EC-Pro PowerTool (PT) brushless slotless motor - the company's first motor to feature an integrated fan, which actively cools the motor and boosts its continuous power from 150W to 425W.


Contrinex expands high-pressure rated inductive sensor family to include smart sensor versions
TodayContrinex has now announced the expansion of its very successful High-Pressure rated inductive sensors family to include Smart sensor functionality. The sensors operate flawlessly under pressures of up to 7,250 psi or 500 bar, and withstand peak pressures of up to 14500 psi or 1000 bar.
Beckhoff to showcase MX-System and vision solutions at Automation UK
14 days agoAutomation and control technology specialist, Beckhoff UK, will exhibit at Automation UK, taking place at the Coventry Building Society Arena from May 7 to 8, 2025. The company will be on stand B80, demonstrating how its latest innovations in cabinet-free automation and industrial vision can streamline system design and improve flexibility on the factory floor.
Intertronics becomes UK distributor of Gurit BondPro Epoxies
14 days agoIntertronics has struck an agreement with advanced composites supplier Gurit to distribute its high performance, two-component BondPro Epoxy Adhesives, designed for applications that require strong, reliable bonding in industries like automotive, transportation, industrial, and construction. They are supplied in innovative sustainable packaging.
Precise dosing for safety-relevant components
15 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