To make the digital design of circuit diagrams even more effective, Igus is releasing 2,046 new macros for its Eplan planning software.

The Phoenix Contact Group has acquired Canadian company iS5 Communications based in Mississauga, Ontario. The provider of industrial network products specialises in services and solutions for critical infrastructure networks.

Multicomp Pro, exclusively sold by Farnell, has announced its sponsorship of Team HyperShock in the seventh season of the hit robot combat television series, BattleBots.

Scorpion Vision has launched what it claims is the industry’s biggest online marketplace for machine vision and imaging at shop.scorpion.vision.

Rockwell Automation has announced that Automate has been certified as a Software System Integrator for Rockwell’s Emulate3D digital twin software.

International machine manufacturer, Ravni Technologies, has specified a complete drive system from STOBER for a machine that straightens, cuts and deburrs thin tubes.

Parents who despair about the number of hours their children spend glued to video games should take heart; today’s gamers are likely to be the robotic and vision engineers of tomorrow, says Scorpion Vision.

Reflecting the concept of the factory of the future, Omron’s Safety Virtual Experience lets visitors dive deep into selected safety application areas. It also provides safety guides and detailed information on various safety solutions, such as emergency stops, laser scanners, door switches, safety light curtains and grip switches.

Mitsubishi Electric Ireland is supporting Make-A-Wish Ireland by sponsoring the organisation’s latest Christmas Support fundraiser. The company has been an active Corporate Partner since 2016, helping to enable the charity to grant wishes for children battling life-threatening medical conditions.

RS has announced the launch of RS Think Hub, a new digital platform that it says will transform the working lives of millions of engineers across a wide range of industries.