Instant digital transformation of industrial plants
2 days agoThe Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) relies on comprehensive sensor and process data from the field level. At HMI2025, Pepperl+Fuchs, together with Bosch Digital Twins Industries and Syntax, will showcase a joint product that demonstrates how easily aggregated data can be transferred to established cloud platforms such as AWS and MS-Azure.
Creating the world
3 days agoRenishaw has collaborated with J.Laverack Bicycles on the development of a luxury bespoke bike. Together, the companies have developed bespoke titanium lugs and components which pair to corresponding carbon fibre parts to create a first-of-its-kind road bike, the J.Laverack Aston Martin .1R.
Next-Level IO-Link Technology for decentralised pneumatic actuator control
2 days agoNew from ifm is the AL52xx IO-Link air box series, a solution for decentralised pneumatic actuator control. These modules are designed to improve industrial efficiency, simplify system integration, and set new benchmarks in functionality and energy efficiency, all within a robust and compact design.
WAGO releases new compact terminal block
2 days agoWAGO says its latest 221-420 terminal block represents one big step forward when it comes to saving time and space, compactness and versatility, thereby setting new standards for electrical connectors.
Panel mount connectors for even more precise transmission results
2 days agobinder is expanding its portfolio with M8-D-coded connectors with single wires. This new variant allows users to customise the wiring to their specific requirements and achieve even better transmission results.
Smarter and safer M100 Electronic Motor Starter
2 days agoRockwell Automation has announced the launch of the M100 Electronic Motor Starter, enabling industrial organisations to simplify panel wiring and reduce component and engineering complexities with advanced functional safety solutions and more refined motor starting capabilities.
Next-generation optical power meter modules
3 days agoYokogawa Test and Measurement announces the launch of the AQ23211A and AQ23212A optical power meter modules (OPMs) as additions to the AQ2300 Series - a multi-application test system for manufacturers of semiconductor devices and optical components such as optical fibres.
Encoders for position and motion control
3 days agoThe experts at Renishaw look at what an encoder is, the different types of encoders, how they work and where they are used.
Optimised stepper motor family from Festo delivers energy and cost reductions
3 days agoInnovation in stepper motor technology means the gap between stepper and servo technology is narrowing. The new, optimised EMMB-ST and EMMT-ST stepper motor family from Festo can be used in conjunction with the CMMT-ST servo drive controller to create a coordinated servo system at an attractive price.
Clever circuit design that requires minimal space in the control cabinet
12 days agoThe use of multi-level terminal blocks offers huge potential savings when it comes to the space required in the control cabinet. The new and particularly compact PT 2,5-4L four-level terminal block series with Push-in Technology from Phoenix Contact is a space-saving solution for mounting terminal strips.
Heavy-duty connectors with screw-in thread
19 days agoFor easy and time-saving mounting of Heavycon D7 connectors, Phoenix Contact offers panel-mount bases with screw-in thread. They can be easily attached in round panel cutouts with an M25 or M32 counter nut or screwed directly into motors and devices with corresponding threads.
Accu aims to inspire next generation of engineers at Makers Central
18 days agoAccu, the Huddersfield-based engineering business that supplies 50% of the world's top manufacturers with precision engineering components, will be inspiring the next generation of engineers at the Makers Central event at the NEC in Birmingham from 17-18 May.
Industrial Technology Magazine - Spring 2025
Cover Story
2 Selecting the optimal end-of-arm equipment
Industrial update
8 Harness AI to transform development and engineering
10 Recyclable artificial vision system could be sweet for the environment
12 £83bn boost to UK economy if SMEs achieve their growth ambitions
14 Li-ion raw materials impact the battery recycling market
Aerospace report
16 Specialised aircraft bearings for extreme heat and pressure
Food manufacturing
18 Grasping the full potential of sensors
19 Baking rolls on a large scale
Medical report
20 Advanced drive systems could revolutionise surgical robots
21 Miniature ballscrews for medical applications
Design Engineering
23 Discovering the benefits of a machined spring
24 Thread grooves with the highest requirements
26 Bonding artificial turf to various substrates
28 Take action if you’re suffering from arc eye
Machine building
31 Flat packed kits versus fully assembled solutions
32 Encoders for position and motion control
34 Programming barrier to the democratise of automation
36 Keeping conveyors rolling
38 Overcoming the reluctance to automate with robotics
40 Ultrasonic inspection machine relies on servo drive system
42 Harmonised standards for risk assessments
44 Safe, seamless collaboration between cobots and humans
46 Control upgrade reduces configuration time by 75%
48 Machine vision improves component inspection
