Rotor Clip video showcases its essential role in e-mobility innovation
TodayRotor Clip's latest 3D video showcases how its precision-engineered parts are used in key electric vehicle applications, from the electric motor and A/C compressor to the battery pack.
Automation UK promises exceptional exhibitor experiences for its 2025 show
1 day agoAutomation UK, the UK's largest automation, robotics and machine vision exhibition, will return to the Coventry Building Society Arena between 7-8 May 2025. The event provides exhibitors with a unique opportunity to boost sales, generate leads and connect with key decision makers.
Prevent damage to your machine
TodayTorque overload is often unpredictable, and if not accounted for in machinery design, can result in significant damage to the equipment leading to prolonged and costly downtime. SAFEMAX torque limiters are designed to prevent such issues by instantly disengaging the motor side from the driven side during a torque overload.
High-performance optoelectronic components and systems
TodayAt Machine Building North, AP Technologies will be promoting Broadcom's time-of-flight sensor modules for applications such as AMR/AGV and drone navigation, void/overhang/collision avoidance; functional safety; and factory automation, etc.
Programmable incremental encoder
TodayVisit the British Encoders stand at Machine Building North to discover the TRP Tru-TracPro programmable incremental encoder, featuring field-programmable resolutions and robust performance. This versatile solution transforms operations across industries - from automated packaging to manufacturing and vision systems.
Catering to the low- and no-alcohol market in Dry January and beyond
4 days agoStephen Hayes, managing director of automation and control specialist, Beckhoff UK, explains how automation can help food and beverage manufacturers cater to the low- and no-alcohol market.
Managing noise on the food factory floor
11 days agoThe Health and Safety Executive estimates that over two million people in Great Britain are exposed to unacceptable levels of noise at work, with food and drink production being amongst the biggest culprits. Many of the processes that emit the most noise happen during manufacturing, but there are ways that plant managers can reduce it, as Tom Cash, director at automation parts supplier Foxmere, explains.
European Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 is replacing Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Technically, it has already come into force but there is a transition period during which machinery is still being CE marked to the old Directive. You can download a free copy of the Guide to the New Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 by completing the form here.
The MachineBuilding.net Guide to Food and Beverage Industry Machine Design provides information, hints and tips to help designers create state-of-the-art yet cost effective systems that meet applicable regulations and standards, while also providing the necessary levels of productivity, quality and reliability.
Spiers Engineering Safety publishes the ultimate guide to PUWER
633 days agoGetting your head around PUWER inspections and PUWER planning can be difficult when you have many other things to be thinking about too. Spiers Engineering Safety has created the Ultimate Guide to PUWER which will walk you through the basics, and help you make informed decisions. This guide will also support learners working towards their Certified PUWER Assessor Qualification (CPA).
White paper sheds light on the challenges and solutions when using optical sensors
673 days agoA free-to-download white paper from sensing and instrumentation specialist Baumer considers all the challenges of why ambient light has such a significant influence on the performance of optical sensors and provides some practical solutions.
