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Next-Level IO-Link Technology for decentralised pneumatic actuator control

2 days ago

New 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.

Next-Level IO-Link Technology for decentralised pneumatic actuator control

WAGO releases new compact terminal block

2 days ago

WAGO 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.

WAGO releases new compact terminal block

Panel mount connectors for even more precise transmission results

2 days ago

binder 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.

Panel mount connectors for even more precise transmission results

Smarter and safer M100 Electronic Motor Starter

2 days ago

Rockwell 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.

Smarter and safer M100 Electronic Motor Starter

Next-generation optical power meter modules

3 days ago

Yokogawa 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.

Advanced motor solutions power farming innovation

3 days ago

Dave Walsha, sales and marketing director at drive system supplier Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS), explores how micromotor-driven agritech can future-proof farming.

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Spring 2025

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

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