- This partnership will drive greater value for customers, with digitalisation at its core and reflects the close bond that exists between Schneider Electric and BPX for over 50 years since BPX became the…
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BPX Industrial Control & Factory Automation News & Blog
Powerful MR-J5 servo unlocks advanced machine performance
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced their new high-performance MELSERVO MR-J5 series of TSN-compatible servo drives. The high-speed, high-accuracy series benefits machines with demanding requirements for precision, dynamics and multi-axis synchronisation. This covers a wide range…
Read MoreWireless Limit Switches maintain reliability and eliminate cables
The use of wireless devices in industrial applications has increased over recent times, particularly for applications involving machine movement. Wireless limit switches are not new, but those offering battery-free performance have become a game-changer.
They…
Read MoreWill Blue Ocean thinking open new Automotive segment?
The European Automotive industry is in a state of tumultuous change. It must adopt innovative strategies and technologies to boost both efficiency and sustainability. A key driver in the sustainability battle is that of…
Read MoreProduct Bulletin – Telemecanique Sensors – XCSTR Limit Switches
Life Cycle Management Notification XCSTR Limit Switches
XCSTR Limit Switches Product Withdrawal
After many years of service, due to the low demand for these limit switches, Telemecanique Sensors is to stop the sales and promotion of…
Read MoreProduct Bulletin – Telemecanique Sensors – XS Namur Inductive Sensors
Life Cycle Management Notification XS Namur Inductive Sensors
XS Namur Inductive Sensors Product Withdrawal
After many years of service, due to the low decreasing demand of these inductive sensors, Telemecanique Sensors is to stop the sales…
Read MoreProduct Bulletin – Telemecanique Sensors – Various Limit Switches
Life Cycle Management Notification XC1AC Limit Switches
Various Limit Switches Product Withdrawal
After many years of service, due to the low decreasing demand of these limit switches, Telemecanique Sensors is to stop the sales and promotion…
Read MoreWhat is EcoStruxure from Schneider Electric?
Commercial, political and environmental pressures are driving organisations to make more with less. This means they need to increase productivity with fewer resources, and using less energy. Thus, connectivity offered by the Internet of…
Read MoreMitsubishi iQ Works2 V2.43 – Update
The latest version of iQ Works2 V2.43 is now available and includes an updated version of all the MELSOFT Products.
Mitsubishi’s unrivalled commitment to supporting legacy products ensures that they are still providing a…
Read More100% automated thread checking solution for automotive
Automotive industry parts and assembly quality standards have moved from sigma level sampling to zero defect requirements. As for example automated thread checking. Achieving these more stringent manufacturing results can be through a combination…
Read MoreNew – Mitsubishi iQ-R OPC UA Server Module
Mitsubishi have announced the launch of a MELSEC iQ-R Series OPC UA server module, which integrates the OPC UA server directly into the PLC as a robust alternative to a computer-based configuration.
OPC Unified…
Read MoreManufacturing Automation is the key
According to Government statistics, UK manufacturing accounts for 11% of GDP. This makes the UK number 11 in world rankings. However, a new study for the Manufacturing Technologies Association…
Read MoreIntuitive automation with EcoStruxure Machine Expert
EcoStruxure is the Schneider Electric open IoT systems to help organisations compete in the coming digital economy. Within EcoStruxure, Machine Expert is an intuitive software solution for simplifying machine automation. It provides all the…
Read MoreBPX acquires JK Electrical – Schneider Electric distributor in Manchester
BPX has acquired the business of Manchester-based JK-Electrical, a longstanding distributor of Telemecanique and Schneider Electric. The business will now trade as BPX Manchester and we welcome the JK Electrical staff to the BPX…
Read MoreWhat does IIoT mean for automation?
To begin with, it is hardly surprising that engineers are confused about what IIoT means for the automation of their industry. A recent study by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers showed only 8% of…
Read MoreCollaborative robots in UK manufacturing
New generations of collaborative robots (cobots) are changing the face of manufacturing in the UK. From a low starting point, in 2016 the UK increased robot installations for the first time in four years….
Read MoreWAGO CLOUD DATA CONTROL
The new field to cloud capability offered by WAGO Cloud Data Control simply and easily connects the real and digital worlds. Recognised for its electrical interconnection products, WAGO has a core…
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