Phoenix Contact is extending its range of device connectors for the transmission of data, signals, and power. The new M8 and M12 versionsare suitable for direct integration into SMT soldering processes.

Epson announces the launch of its new CX-A series, a high-performance range of 6-axis industrial robots designed to deliver higher precision, faster cycle times and increased reliability across a wide range of manufacturing and logistics applications.

With a new offer, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS provides more freedom in system design: A modular system comprising decentralised drive electronics and efficient motors offers full consistency.

As high-speed packaging lines and robotic systems continue to increase in speed, precision and autonomy, weighing is evolving - from a simple control point into a core element of modern automation architectures, delivering actionable real-time process data. The new PW22i IO-Link single-point load cell from HBK provides precision, speed and intelligence - embedded at sensor level.

In today's precision driven manufacturing environments, machine builders and retrofitters rely on encoder systems that combine accuracy, durability, and compatibility. RSF Elektronik's MS 14 and MS 15 linear encoder families from Heidenhain deliver all three.

Renishaw has launched its absolute multi-DoF (multiple degrees of freedom) optical encoder system, that combines one or more of the company's RXMA30 1.5D scales with its market-proven RESOLUTE absolute encoder readheads.

Did you know SMC is the only UK supplier of EHEDG-certified fittings for applications for hygienic design is a key consideration?

SMC's new PFES speed controller makes it easy to adjust the speed and flow of single or multiple actuators without pausing production for manual adjustment, by using an easily repeatable, electrical signal - boosting productivity by adding versatility and reducing machine downtime.

The instinct to over-specify drive technology is understandable, but it carries hidden costs, says Karl Walker, market development manager at Beckhoff UK. Here, Karl offers advice to machine builders on matching drive performance to real application requirements, from basic conveyor axes through to high-dynamic multi-axis systems.

Festo has introduced the HPSX Universal Adaptive Gripper, a pneumatic soft gripper engineered to improve speed, hygiene and flexibility in demanding food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics applications.