Nexen Group now offers an extensive line of NexSafe rod locks, servomotor brakes and rail brakes that are Safety Certified to the international safety standard ISO 13849-1.

It would be fair to say that present day IO-Link sensors achieve speeds which are, at the very least, on par with conventional signals. However, the latest IO-Link technology offers decisive advantages in process automation systems, although the potential of the digital interface is far from being fully exploited, as the experts at Baumer explain.

With its new NXD tupH surface treatment, NORD makes aluminium as resistant as stainless steel, offering the durable, robust and high efficiency drive technology that is the perfect solution in hygiene-sensitive production areas.

Rockwell Automation has announced the global launch of OptixEdge, an edge gateway solution that the company says revolutionises data processing for industrial customers.

In May 2025, industrial equipment manufacturer, WEG UK hosted a delegation of 25 senior officials from the Malaysian Government as part of a global leadership programme led by Putra Business School and coordinated by Aston Business School.

STOBER has further developed its KS right-angle servo gearbox. Delivering 'power without compromise', it is now offered not only in two- and three-stage versions, but also in a one-stage version. The new series features robust bearing technology and high-quality gearing.

Industrial image processing places high demands on precision and reliability, even under difficult conditions. IDS Imaging Development Systems is therefore expanding its portfolio of cost-optimised project cameras from the GigE uEye LE series Sony Starvis 2 sensors from the end of June 2025. These deliver impressive image quality even in low ambient light.

SICK appeared at Smart Factory Expo 2025 in Birmingham (4-5 June) showcasing a range of intelligent solutions designed to assist businesses with digital transformation, including the new SIG300 intelligent IO-Link Master, IO-Link Wireless Gateway, the TDC-X next-generation telematic data collector and a smart compressed air solution.

For four decades, FB Chain has been a pivotal force in enhancing conveyor performance worldwide. The UK-based company has cultivated a reputation for technical leadership, a customer-centric approach, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability, establishing itself as a trusted partner in global manufacturing sectors.

Procter Machine Safety has released the third edition of its popular white paper on ISO 14120, the international standard for the design and manufacture of machine guards. Available as a free download, the updated guide will benefit designers, specifiers, production engineers, maintenance professionals, and health and safety managers.