Machine Building

Henkel eShop is added-value resource for adhesives and sealants

The new Henkel eShop is so much more than just a facility for online ordering. This platform for adhesives, sealants and coatings also offers a comprehensive range of support features from product selection through to delivery and everything in between. And of course, it's available 24/7, 365 days a year.

2nd April 2019

See robot vision guidance at the UKIVA Machine Vision Conference

Easy and cost-effective automation is the theme of the RARUK Automation display at this year's UKIVA Machine Vision Conference, which takes place on 6 June 2019 at the Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes. The products and systems the company sells in the UK have been carefully selected to be freely combined to provide the right option for any given application.

2nd April 2019

AWS Electronics invests in 5th SMT line at UK facility

AWS Electronics Group has invested in a new surface mount technology (SMT) line at its UK manufacturing site. Continued growth in demand for the turn-key offerings from AWS has fuelled the need for what is now the fifth fully automated line in the facility.

1st April 2019

Bosch Rexroth innovations drive efficiency at Bauma 2019

With just weeks to go until the doors open to Bauma 2019, Bosch Rexroth has unveiled what it will be showcasing at this year's event, including an array of its innovative products which are designed to facilitate greater levels of efficiency and productivity for machines and their operators.

29th March 2019

Dawson Shanahan celebrates 10th anniversary of FloForm in Wales

Dawson Shanahan is celebrating 10 years since the buy-out of FloForm and manufacturing at its plant in Welshpool, Wales. It's been a decade since Dawson Shanahan came to the rescue of FloForm, a manufacturer of automotive parts based in Welshpool, Wales. As a business that had been in decline over a two-year period, the company finally went into administration in 2009 and 80 jobs were sadly lost.

29th March 2019

Whitepaper: automation in food and beverage manufacturing

With a tumultuous time ahead for food and beverage businesses in the United Kingdom, Novotek UK and Ireland has released a free white paper explaining how the industry can use automation to stay competitive. The white paper is available as a free download from the Novotek UK and Ireland website.

29th March 2019

Renishaw founder named one of Ireland's greatest inventors

Sir David McMurtry, co-founder of Renishaw, has been named as one of Ireland's greatest inventors. Born in Dublin, Sir David McMurtry's recognition is a result of his hard work and impressive achievements throughout his career. The Business podcast, by Irish broadcaster RTÃ‰, dedicated an episode to discussing Ireland's greatest inventors, selecting Sir David as one of the top four.

28th March 2019

HBM launches online training sessions

Engineers and consultants can boost their test and measurement knowledge with a series of online training sessions from HBM. Run by the company's' technical experts, these courses focus on specific products, software and applications, such as power analysis, utilising accelerometers and installing strain gauges.

27th March 2019

KEB to show digital automation technologies at Hannover Messe

At this year's Hannover Messe (1-5 April 2019) KEB Automation (Hall 15, stand B10) will showcase its full range of automation products, from drive controllers to HMI screens, including motion control up to CNC level, safety systems with FsoE (Failsafe over EtherCAT) and visualisation. The focus of the KEB Automation stand will be on smart, digital automation technologies including: Connectivity & Cloud Services; CNC Solutions; Integrated Safety; and the company's latest COMBIVERT F6 and S6 drive controllers.

27th March 2019

Nord drive units for efficient bulk material handling at Bauma

From 8 to 14 April 2019 Nord Drivesystems will be exhibiting at Bauma in Munich. This is the world's leading exhibition for construction and construction material machinery, construction vehicles and construction equipment. Nord drives, from standard geared motors up to heavy industrial gear units, prove their value throughout the world in conveying and logistic equipment for bulk material, mineral and mining applications. At the exhibition, Nord will be presenting a completely new series of industrial gear units.

26th March 2019