The S. Norton Group, a leading name in metal recycling, has recently unveiled a cutting-edge shredding facility in Manchester, representing a £20 million investment in sustainable innovation. Capable of processing up to 130 tons…
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Hydrogen Safe & Secure – Pilz 2025 Safety & Compliance Webinar Series
We hope that you are finding these Pilz 2025 Safety & Compliance Webinars interesting and imformative. Next up in the Pilz Webinar Series is ‘Hydrogen Safe & Secure’.
Webinar Date: Friday 2nd May 2025
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Modicon M660: Schneider Electric’s Future-Ready Integrated Motion System
As industry leaders in industrial technology, BPX and Schneider Electric share a common goal: to be the trusted partner for OEMs, machine builders, integrators, and industrial equipment manufacturers. In this industry news article, we…
EcoStruxure IT Partner Town Halls 2025
As the demand for resilient, secure, and sustainable IT infrastructure continues to grow, staying ahead of the curve has never been more important. To combat this, Schneider Electric are hosting EcoStruxure IT Partner…
Understanding Power Distribution Systems
In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation, electromechanical products play a crucial role in ensuring power distribution systems remain efficient. This blog post delves into the various aspects of electromechanical product ranges that make…
Screwless+ Challenge: Successfully Saving Space & Seconds!
The BPX Screwless+ Challenge is officially wrapped up, and it’s been a fantastic success! 78 unique ‘connections’ put their knowledge to the test, with an impressive 86% scoring full marks in our quiz, showcasing…
Smart Capabilities & Insights fed into Promtek’s Bulk Handling Systems
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…
IT/OT Convergence in the Water & Wastewater Industry
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) has become a crucial focus for various industries, including the water and wastewater sector. This integration not only…
Embrace Energy Efficiency for a Competitive Edge
In today’s industrial environment, companies are constantly searching for, and finding ways to enhance their competitive edge. One area that often gets overlooked, despite its undeniable importance, is energy efficiency. SMC’s whitepaper ‘Embrace energy…
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 PLC models in the Mitsubishi Electric FX3 PLC range, shifting focus towards their direct replacements –…
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,…
What does Return on Investment really mean and how is it calculated?
When promoting the benefits of investing in energy-saving products, one of the most popular metrics is Return on Investment (ROI). Among these, the payback period is frequently used to assess energy-saving projects. But for…
New £42m Schneider Electric Manufacturing Site in North Yorkshire
Schneider Electric is investing £42 million in a brand-new manufacturing facility in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. In response to increased demand for electrical equipment in the UK following moves to cleaner energy, including renewable energy…
Time-Sensitive Networking: The Future of Industrial Connectivity
According to the HMS industrial networking survey, over 70% of industrial networking nodes installed in 2023 were on industrial Ethernet. Yet, despite growing implementation of Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) by mainstream suppliers, they still receive…
eSIMs in Industrial Automation: The Benefits and Drawbacks of Adoption
Industrial automation is experiencing a significant transformation with the adoption of embedded SIMs (eSIMs). These compact and programmable SIM devices are revolutionising connectivity in the industrial sector, enabling seamless machine-to-machine communication. In this article,…