Industrial Technology
The Engineering Network Ltd

TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP expands PROTUM Office modular system

Today

With new solutions in the PROTUM Office modular system, TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP is expanding its portfolio for cable management on height-adjustable work desks. The focus is on a consistent approach that optimally combines functionality and design.

TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP expands PROTUM Office modular system

Advanced ultrasonic flow meters for food, beverage and water industries

Today

ifm electronic announces the release of two new ultrasonic flow meter solutions, engineered to deliver precise measurement and seamless system integration.

Advanced ultrasonic flow meters for food, beverage and water industries

Mitsubishi Electric launches browser-based production analytics app to simplify shopfloor visibility

Today

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems Division UK has launched DataNavigateApp, a browser-based production analytics solution designed to help manufacturers better understand machine performance, downtime and energy usage.

Mitsubishi Electric launches browser-based production analytics app to simplify shopfloor visibility

Motor and inverter combined into a compact high-performance unit

Today

With NORDAC FUSION, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS launches a powerful drive system that combines motor and inverter into a compact unit.

Motor and inverter combined into a compact high-performance unit

Farnell launches comprehensive drone solutions proposition to support growing demand across EMEA

8 days ago

Farnell has announced the launch of its dedicated drone solutions proposition, designed to support engineers and innovators developing next-generation unmanned aerial systems across a wide range of industries.

RS DesignSpark announces Arduino UNO Q Community Challenge winner

13 days ago

RS Group has announced the winner of RS DesignSpark's Prove it: Arduino UNO Q Community Challenge as Biaou David Barthelemy Kochoni. He has scooped the $5,000 prize for his innovative project, Smart Water Guardian AI, which addresses an issue affecting communities worldwide - access to safe water.

Machine Building South

9:00am - 3:00pm, Wednesday 8th July 2026 Machine Building South

Food Manufacturing Live

9:00am - 3:00pm, Wednesday 14th October 2026 Food Manufacturing Live

Machine Building Live

11:00pm - 3:00pm, Wednesday 14th October 2026 Machine Building Live
Spring 2026

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?

Design Engineering

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

The Engineering Network Ltd ABSSAC Ltd Motor Technology Ltd WISKA UK RLS Merilna tehnika d.o.o. ETA Enclosures (UK) Ltd BR Consultants UK Phoenix Mecano Ltd IDE Electric S.L Pepperl+Fuchs GB Ltd AdaptTech Manufacturing Solutions Phoenix Contact UK Leuze electronic Ltd Baumer Ltd
The Engineering Network Ltd