Machine Building

Machine Building

Intelligent automation for laboratory workflows

Intelligent automation for laboratory workflows

Beckhoff UK will exhibit at London Lab Live at ExCeL London from May 6-7, 2026, where it will demonstrate how PC-based control can help pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturers build more flexible sample and product handling processes.

21st April 2026

Roller guides integrated into Configurator tool

21st April 2026

Drive solutions for the packaging industry

Drive solutions for the packaging industry

From 7 to 13 May 2026, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS will present robust, economic and powerful drive solutions for the packaging industry live at interpack in Dusseldorf (Hall 6, Stand C28). The industry experts from Bargteheide look forward to exchanging ideas with many visitors.

15th April 2026

Connected safety: the rise of IO-Link Safety interlocks

Connected safety: the rise of IO-Link Safety interlocks

Fortress Safety has expanded the communication capabilities of its tGard range to deliver a certified interlocking device ready for IO-Link Safety. Here the company explains the advantages of using the IO-Link Safety protocol.

13th April 2026

Elesa expands the AE-V0 range: certified fire safety

Elesa expands the AE-V0 range: certified fire safety

The AE-V0 line from Elesa has been expanded with new solutions made from UL-94 V0 certified self-extinguishing technopolymer, tested to ensure the highest safety standards for machines and equipment operating in environments where superior flame resistance is required, such as public spaces, complex industrial plants, and highly automated sectors.

10th April 2026

The hidden cost of high harmonics - and how to fix them

The hidden cost of high harmonics - and how to fix them

Dr Mark Gardiner, director at Sprint Electric, explains the importance of harmonics in motor control and how power factor will become an increasingly important issue for manufacturers in the future.

9th April 2026

Motion plastics and low-cost automation at MACH 2026

Motion plastics and low-cost automation at MACH 2026

igus returns to MACH with a comprehensive range of engineering innovations designed to improve machine reliability, reduce downtime and deliver long‑term cost savings for manufacturers across all industry.

9th April 2026

Metal bellows couplings with a wide range of possible uses

Metal bellows couplings with a wide range of possible uses

The metal bellows couplings series KG from Jakob Antriebstechnik, optionally also available in stainless steel as series "KG-VA", meets high requirements.

8th April 2026

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