Nabtesco takes over service for the ALLUX 2 knee joint in Europe
TodayNabtesco Precision Europe is taking over service for the ALLUX 2 knee joint from Nabtesco Mobility Assist division in Europe. Users and distribution partners will benefit from customer-focused support, fast turnaround times, and reliable assistance.
IP69K industrial cameras for reliable machine vision in harsh environments
TodayThe expanded uEye FA series adds models with 2 to 12.5 MP Sony STARVIS 2 sensors, combining rugged protection with high image quality for industrial automation and inspection tasks.
Why robotics developers need integrated sensing, control and computing
TodayMany robotics teams eventually confront the same question: the silicon looks promising, the benchmark numbers are compelling, and the demo runs cleanly. So why does it still take eighteen months to get a deployable robot out the door? The answer, as the experts at Analog Devices explain, is rarely the processor. It is everything that surrounds it.
Beckhoff modernises its EtherCAT Terminal portfolio with the new ED series
TodayBeckhoff Automation has launched the new ED series EtherCAT Terminals, providing machine builders and control engineers with a modernised I/O solution that combines faster installation, simplified diagnostics and seamless compatibility with existing EtherCAT systems.
How electro-mechanical actuation is reshaping modern aerospace
5 days agoThe aerospace sector is undergoing a shift. As platforms across commercial aviation, defence and emerging advanced air mobility (AAM) applications evolve, one technology is becoming increasingly central to their design: electro-mechanical actuation. The experts at Regal Rexnord explain.
EAO expands Series 09 keypads for recreational marine applications
5 days agoEAO is expanding its Series 09 Rugged Keypads for the marine industry, providing boat builders with durable, customisable control solutions designed for pleasure boats, yachts, cruisers, centre consoles and other recreational vessels.
Right-sizing control and motion without compromising future flexibility
1 day agoWhile some machines require advanced motion control and high-performance hardware, many do not. Here, Karl Walker, business development manager at Beckhoff Automation UK, explains why right-sizing automation can reduce costs and provide a stronger foundation for future growth.
New battery-operated Bluetooth controller enables truly mobile, plug-and-play access
TodayPower limitations, tight spaces and complex security setups have traditionally made Bluetooth access hardware difficult to implement - especially in mobile, retrofit or remote environments. Southco's new Battery-Operated Single Output Bluetooth Controller eliminates these barriers with a fully self-contained, plug-and-play solution that delivers long battery life, simplified installation and secure mobile access.
Supply and charge via the USB PD port
TodayThe new Step Power USB-PD power supply from Phoenix Contact is a flexible and efficient solution for supplying power to modern end devices in building automation. The USB PD (Power Delivery) standard not only supplies smart meter gateways, Raspberry Pis, and other smart home components reliably, but also charges mobile end devices such as tablets and laptops quickly.
Fast and reliable installations for electrical and HVAC applications
8 days agoWhether cable clamps, cable ducts, surface-mounted outlets, or mounting rails, electrical and HVAC installations require cost-effective fastening solutions that can be installed quickly while offering a high level of safety. With the new FBS 4 and FBS 5 concrete screws, fastening expert fischer is expanding its product line to include versatile anchoring solutions for concrete and masonry.
Fastening into lightweight UAV sandwich structures, without crushing the core
14 days agoLightweight UAV sandwich structures offer exceptional strength-to-weight performance. But they leave almost no margin for error when it comes to fastening. When a manufacturer found that even a small tightening force could crush the core, and a relatively small loading across a small area could disbond the skins, it turned to bigHead for a solution.
Industrial Technology Magazine - Spring 2026
Cover Story
2 Meet the Festo Virtual Assistant: built for engineers, driven by AI.
Industrial update
8 Sentiment is mixed over the Industrial Strategy
10 Simplifying motor, drive, and PLC selection for any application
12 Smart position control for aircraft hanger doors
14 The EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542: What changes?
16 Are primers essential or can they be avoided?
18 A preventative standard rather than a last resort
20 Adhesives streamline production for UK composite panel manufacturer
22 The small spring that solves big bearing problems
24 Arc flash: a hidden danger in switchgear panels
26 Why fire protection enclosures are essential in data centres
Machine building
29 How to select an electric linear actuator for speed
30 Building better machines
32 The emergence of Europe’s next industrial revolution
34 Keeping full control
36 Extra services help make the most of components
38 Why ISO standards matter in the real world
40 Reducing downtime risks and total cost of ownership
42 Why high-stress automation needs innovative cable design
44 Buying a robot is not a strategy
