Can a machine perfect the art of baking? For managers of biscuit factories, that might sound far-fetched. Yet, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already transforming the making of your favourite snacks. Imagine a factory where…
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Time of Flight Sensors Enhance Safety & Efficiency in Cobot Workspaces
Collaborative robots (cobots) are reshaping modern production floors, not by replacing human workers but by working alongside them. They blend human judgment with robotic precision to tackle tasks that demand both adaptability and unerring…
Altivar ATS130 Soft Starter redefines Industrial Motor Control
For those of you who don’t have your fingers on the pulse of what’s new in the world of Schneider Electric, we can tell you they have launched their new Altivar ATS130 Soft Starter…
Electronic Load Management with Weidmüller’s maxGUARD ELM-18
Efficient machine and facility operations demand fail-safe and maintenance-friendly control voltage distribution installed in a time and space-saving manner. maxGUARD electronic load management from Weidmüller achieves this and much more with the introduction of…
Cable Splicing & Wago’s PUSH WIRE Inline Splicing Connector
Anyone who has made a wiring change…
Weidmüller Specialist Power Supply Systems for Maritime Applications
The maritime industry is known for its rigorous safety and performance standards within electrical systems. From the machine room to the bridge, ensuring a reliable power supply is crucial. Weidmüller offers a comprehensive range…
EM-A Series Salient-Pole Motor: Industry-First for Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric has launched its new EM-A Series of salient-pole motors, a first in the industry, offering exceptional speed and position control without the need for encoders. Offering a competitively priced alternative to servo…
Vandal Resistant Cabinets Outdoors: How to Choose
Selecting outdoor vandal resistant cabinets, whether for distribution, control, or switching operations presents its own set of unique challenges. Unlike indoor installations, outdoor setups must contend with factors like harsh weather, security threats, and…
DT80 Laser Distance Sensor Sets New Accuracy Standards Up To 80m
The DT80 is a new distance measurement sensor, part of the Dx80 series, from SICK that combines long measuring ranges with outstanding precision. The DT80 laser distance sensor provides unparalleled accuracy of…
Advantech Touch Panel PCs Configured & Delivered from Stock
You are an engineer in the market for an industrial grade PC. You know the general specification, and that it needs to be robust, dependable and from a leading manufacturer. So far,…
Energy Efficiency Programme: Has yours run out of steam?
After weathering the energy price shocks of recent years and now seeing prices decline, companies are losing focus on energy efficiency. Producers have grasped the initial, easy-to-achieve savings, and now further improvements require more…
Omron K8 Series: Designed to Transform Your Control Panels
Discover unparalleled benefits when adopting the Omron K8 series of precision measuring and monitoring relays for protecting motors and transformers. Meticulously crafted for motor protection, temperature monitoring, and liquid control, they provide robust solutions…
Mobile Pneumatic Compressor: The New Compact SMC CRP Series
The new SMC CRP series compact mobile compressor presents new opportunities for design engineers needing a mobile pneumatic compressor. Significantly, this innovative product eliminates the need for a centralised air source and requires only…
Mitsubishi Electric Alpha2 Series Production Discontinuation
Something that has been looming for a while now following its change in standards to general industrial use (B2B) earlier in the year, the official confirmation of the end of life for the Mitsubishi…
IMG Inductive Sensors: SICK’s Robust New Customisable Machinery Range
Sensor expert SICK has expanded its proximity sensor product range with their new and versatile IMG inductive sensors, designed to provide stable detection in harsh environments. Whether they be for industrial machinery, construction equipment,…
ESD Protected Robots Go Where Others Fear To Tread
In electronics manufacturing, time-consuming and repetitive complex tasks are often conducted manually. The importance of ESD protected robotics is growing. In addition to parts handling, uses include assembly, soldering, and component inspection, even when…
Wireless IDM Hand Scanner with New ‘Green’ Power Source
In the fast-paced world of logistics, accurate and efficient barcode scanning is essential. Whether in warehouses, distribution centres, or industrial production lines, handheld scanners play a crucial role in tracking products, ensuring quality, and…
SARA: Limitless AR Data Visualisation & Error Analysis in your Pocket
Let’s dive into the details of the SICK Augmented Reality Assistant (SARA), a ground-breaking solution that brings limitless data visualisation and error analysis right to your pocket.
The intuitive augmented reality app provides data visualisation…
Benefits of Adaptive AI Inspection in High-mix Low-volume Production
Humans excel at some tasks, whilst machines are better for others: production line inspection is a case in point. The trained eye of an experienced vision inspector is quick to spot errors,…
Innovative Aggregate Conveyor Health Management Technology
We could be accused of ‘teaching granny to such eggs’ here, but for those who aren’t in-the-know, over time, conveyor belts develop defects that affect the performance of operations and productivity. So, the big…