Industrial Technology

Vibration tests boost NASA"s electric aircraft project

To ensure its new X-57 ‘Maxwell’ electric aircraft would be energy efficient and safe for use, NASA carried out extensive ground vibration tests, simulating the stresses it would experience during a real flight.

3rd November 2021

Sulzer announces Baton Rouge Service Centre expansion

To widen support for operators of rotating equipment in the US Gulf Coast area, Sulzer has announced the expansion of its Baton Rouge Service Centre in Louisiana. The new purpose-built addition to the existing facility will enhance the service capabilities of the centre – which specialises in repairs and reengineering for all types of rotating machinery including pumps and small steam turbines.

3rd November 2021

Schaeffler declares ambitious plans for full carbon neutrality by 2040

The Schaeffler Group has declared that it will be operating as a climate-neutral company from 2040. This objective covers the entire supply chain and is underpinned by ambitious mid-term sustainability targets. The Schaeffler Group is therefore accelerating the pace of the Sustainability Roadmap it adopted in 2019.

3rd November 2021

Unicef raises awareness of mental health using BCN3D"s 3D printing technology

Unicef and Domestic Data Streamers have collaborated with BCN3D to create an art installation depicted in the streets of Paris in the form of 3D printed busts to raise social awareness of the issues children face as a result of the mental health pandemic and social stigma.

2nd November 2021

New European logistics hub for Carter Bearings

Precision bearings specialist Carter Manufacturing is delighted to announce the opening of a new European logistics hub in Valencia, Spain. The facility will support European customers by supplying products directly within the European Union and offers many benefits and opportunities for new and existing clients. Transporting products freely around Europe without border restrictions or customs clearance requirements is extremely important and underlines Carter’s global expansion plans.

2nd November 2021

Schneider Electric donates £ million to Aalto University Factory of the Future program

The future of industry is in the hands of the next generation of industrial engineers and operators. Schneider Electric has made a one million euros donation to the Aalto Factory of the Future education and innovation program.

2nd November 2021

Trumpf "Innovation Days" focus on Blechexpo highlights

Trumpf is holding virtual Innovation Days on 9 and 10 November 2021 during which technology experts will present highlights of the latest TRUMPF developments from BlechExpo 21, Europe’s premier showcase for sheet metalworking technology. As well the live talks there will be question and answer sessions for in-depth professional exchange.

2nd November 2021

Sulzer opens brand new Birmingham Service Centre

Following the recent completion of Sulzer’s purpose-built service centre in Birmingham, the facility was officially opened by His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent. The investment in this state-of-the-art service centre represents Sulzer’s ongoing commitment to delivering the next generation of service excellence and provides 24/7 support to customers around the world.

2nd November 2021

Cobots help businesses address labour shortage

Labour shortages have reached chronic levels in the food and drink industry. Long-held fears that robots might rob human workers of their jobs are finally starting to dissipate with the realisation that there simply isn’t enough available labour to keep the wheels of the UK’s food and drink sector turning. Stuart Coulton, UK market development manager at Omron Industrial Automation argues that manufacturers automate their way out of the crisis.

1st November 2021

Weg France demonstrates energy efficient technologies

In October 2021, industrial motor and drive manufacturer Weg France attended the 29th edition of Pollutec in Lyon, France. The international trade show, which specialises in environment and energy technologies, brought together some of the most innovative companies in areas such as waste management, water management, energy efficiency, sustainable cities, biodiversity and digital solutions.

1st November 2021