Machine Building

Introducing the UKCA mark

This is the new UKCA mark (for UK Conformity Assessment) that will replace CE marking for machines sold in the UK in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Follow the link to find out about the rules relating to UKCA marking.

2nd February 2019

Introducing the UKCA mark, which could replace CE marking

On the right you can see the new UKCA mark, which will replace CE marking for machinery in the UK, subject to parliamentary approval, if the UK leaves the EU without a deal having been agreed. It will also replace the CE mark in other areas, such as electrical goods and toys. The new UKCA mark will be required on machinery placed on the market in the UK, whether it is manufactured in the UK or imported to the UK from the EU or elsewhere. The rules relating to UKCA marking will mirror those applying to CE marking.

2nd February 2019

Exhibition of the Month

If you are interested in the state-of-the-art and future of manufacturing, register now for the 2019 Industry 4.0 Summit and Expo. Find out more here.

2nd February 2019

Register now for the 2020 Industry 4.0 Summit and Expo

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2nd February 2019

Animation reveals the secrets of new compact escalator drives

Renold Gears has produced a 3D video animation that quickly summarises and illustrates, in just over two minutes, the innovations, benefits and design features of its new range of compact escalator drives. The new WH series drives are bristling with new design features and the video quickly brings engineers up to speed with everything they need to know about the new range with a 3D animation and voice over.

1st February 2019

Mouser extends line card in 2018 with 51 new suppliers

Mouser Electronics added 51 new suppliers to its line card in 2018. With a line card approaching 800, these new suppliers provide even more choices to Mouser's design engineer, component buyer, and procurement agent customer base.

1st February 2019

Harting and Heilind Electronics agree distribution partnership

The Harting Technology Group and US company Heilind Electronics have entered into a global distribution partnership. The agreement follows a successful partnership in North America and in other countries worldwide.

1st February 2019

Mouser now stocking Pyreos pyroelectric sensors

Mouser Electronics has signed a global distribution agreement with Pyreos, a UK-based passive infrared sensor developer and manufacturer. Through the agreement, Mouser is now stocking a variety of Pyreos' mid-infrared detectors for applications in air quality, breath measurement for medical applications, gas and flame detection, motion, and gesture.

31st January 2019

Video shows how igus products simplify low-cost automation

igus has produced a short video that shows how the company's lubrication-free elements can easily be combined into a tailored low-cost automation system. From bearings, linear guides and cable management systems to robolink robotics arms and drylin delta robots, everything is available custom-assembled from stock.

31st January 2019

Danfoss acquires motor and inverter manufacturer UQM Technologie

Danfoss has entered into a definitive merger agreement with UQM Technologies, Inc, pursuant to which Danfoss will acquire all outstanding common shares of UQM.

30th January 2019