A good example of robotics specialist Yaskawa’s expansion into new manufacturing applications is the company’s involvement in a state-of-the-art automated robotic painting technical centre in Derby. The centre represents a highly advanced automated painting solution as a result of collaboration between the centre’s owners Peak Contracts, along with Yaskawa and paint supplier Graco.

ABB has launched its new global sustainability initiative, the Real Progress campaign, showcasing the power of technology and expertise to accelerate sustainability while enhancing productivity.

Klüber Lubrication has won the European Responsible Care Award presented annually by Cefic, the European Chemical Industry Council. The company was recognised in the category ‘Climate Neutrality’ for its project ‘Climate Protection by Solvent Replacement’ and for its Climate Action Plan.

Siemens Digital Industries Software reports that Red Bull Ford Powertrains has leveraged the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to rapidly develop the next generation hybrid ICE/electric driven Power Unit (PU) for the Formula 1 2026 racing season.

Under the motto of ‘People, Products, Partnership’, NSK recently hosted the latest edition of its European Distributor Convention. Taking place across 18-21 October 2023, the event attracted most of NSK’s distribution partners from 22 countries across Europe, all keen to learn about new company and product developments.

When a steel mill was experiencing regular failures of the bearings on its pilger mill, the plant turned to the expertise and experience of NSK for a robust and economic solution. By recommending bearings with 200% more life than the units they replaced, NSK provided the mill with annual savings of €159,933.

Leybold UK has been honoured with two prestigious industry awards – “Best Organisation Culture 2023” from the LAB Awards, and “Employer of the Year 2023” from Composites UK. Each award recognised Leybold’s core values of interaction, commitment and innovation, and commitment to making Leybold a Great Place to Work.

ABB and Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group (BBRG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement to jointly explore the evolution of service capabilities for mine hoist systems located in customer sites worldwide.

ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company, and Schneider Electric have announced a partnership whereby ArcelorMittal will supply Schneider Electric with XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel for its electrical cabinets and enclosures.

High performance electric cars are being developed across Europe for Formula Student, an engineering education competition like no other. The team from Instituto Superior Técnico, Lisbon, Portugal may have a secret weapon in the form of a test bench based upon a wireless torque sensor from Sensor Technology.