This project case study is the perfect example of control and automation solution providers collaborating, in harmony, to future proof Promtek’s StoraWeigh and Condor bulk handling systems with smart capabilities and insights for energy…
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Electrical System Risks that threaten your Business Profitability
Overlooking your power distribution systems can have a serious effect on your wealth. Yet, because they are so dependable, they may not be getting the attention they deserve. In a recent white paper, entitled…
PILZ City & Guilds Machinery Safety Training hosted by BPX Stoke
Closing out January 2025, we hosted our first official Pilz machinery safety training course at our Stoke branch, marking a significant milestone and achievement for both the branch and BPX as a whole! This…
How to choose the right UPS in 9 easy steps
In today’s fast-paced and ever-connected world, the power grid can be unpredictable and inevitably, power disruptions can be costly. Whether you’re running a small business, managing critical medical equipment, or maintaining large-scale industrial operations,…
Understanding Modicon M171/M172/M173 PLCs: A Comprehensive Guide
Designed by Schneider Electric, one of the world’s leading sustainable companies, Modicon M171, M172, and M173 are advanced programmable logic controllers (PLCs). They are specifically tailored for HVAC and building automation applications and engineered…
100 Years of TeSys: With BPX since the late 1960s
The journey to 100 years of TeSys began in 1924 with the introduction of the first TeSys contactor, which replaced the knife lever with a rotating bar. This marked a…
FX3GE PLC Product Discontinuation & Transition to MELSEC iQ-F Series
On 26th April 2024, product discontinuation, otherwise known as End of Life (EOL), became effective for the FX3GE models in the Mitsubishi Electric FX3 PLC range, shifting focus towards their direct replacements – the…
Pilz City & Guilds Assured Certification in Machinery Safety Achieved
We are proud to announce that Frank Ruiz, Application Support Team member, and Nick Simms, Field Sales Engineer, have successfully completed the Pilz City & Guilds Assured 4 Day Machinery Safety Course. The course,…
Cable Splicing & Wago’s PUSH WIRE Inline Splicing Connector
Anyone who has made a wiring change to a consumer or distribution box has had the problem of short cables. Sometimes you need to make a short extension and at other times repair or…
Digitalisation Unlocks Efficiencies to Transform Aggregate Processing
In the business of aggregate processing, keeping operations running smoothly is a constant challenge. Over time, control systems evolve, expand or are subject to piecemeal replacement due to growth or equipment failure. What once…
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…
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,…
