Watson-Marlow changes name to reflect new strategy

Watson-Marlow has changed its name to Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS). As the company evolves to meet the needs of the sectors in which it operates, following a successful period of global growth, the name change aligns with a strategic commitment to providing end-to-end fluid management solutions for customers.

Nord Drivesystems receives patent for DuoDrive geared motor technology

The completely new, compact DuoDesign geared motor design from Nord Drivesystems, with full integration of motor and gear unit in one single housing is an extraordinary leap in the development of geared motors and has now been successfully patented.

Emerson presents solutions to help manufacturers achieve sustainability

At a series of European events, Emerson will outline how advanced automation software drives digital transformation of operations.

Finding a balance between energy supply security and climate change

The world needs speedy solutions to rising energy prices and disrupted supply chains, and the breakthroughs need to be political, economic and technological. Hannover Messe 2022 is the ideal setting to find these solutions.

Thorite seals partnership to supply GWE Eco-Max voltage optimisers

Air and fluid power specialist Thorite has announced a new sales partnership with GWE, the UK’s original manufacturer of voltage optimisers (VOs).

Engineers can now get their hands on the latest edition of Norelem’s iconic engineering catalogue, The Big Green Book. The 2022 edition contains over 10,000 components more than the previous edition, now totalling over 70,000 standard components.

Igus seeks exciting, quick return applications with cost-effective robotics

This year Igus will once again present the ROIBOT (Return on Investment in Robotics) Award, recognising the most creative applications. The judges are looking for projects that have achieved a quick return on investment using Igus Low Cost Automation and drylin drive axes. The winners will receive a robotics package of their choice worth up to €5,000 from the RBTX.com marketplace.

Register now for Maxon’s Drive Technology insight day

Registration is open for a free drive technology event hosted by Maxon and Harmonic drive. At the Drive Technology Insight Day on 11 May at the Williams F1 Conference Centre, you can learn how DC drives and precision gears work in practice, pick up hints and tips and hear real application stories.

Igus scoops drilling industry safety award with e-loop

Igus was a winner at the prestigious International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) NSC Safety Awards in Aberdeen for the innovative e-loop, a clever product that combines the advantages of a plastic energy chain with a high tension pull rope.