Industrial Technology

New report says OT networks vulnerable to cyber-attacks

Operational Technology (OT) networks across the manufacturing industry are increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attacks as a result of ‘blind spots’ brought on by digital transformation and IIoT – a new report has warned.

10th September 2020

Mouser Electronics and iWave Systems announce global agreement

Mouser Electronics announces a global distribution agreement with iWave Systems, enhancing the global reach of iWave’s extensive portfolio of system-on-modules (SoMs). Through the agreement, Mouser now stocks iWave’s SoMs based on Xilinx, NXP Semiconductors, and Intel PSG technologies for industrial, automotive, medical, imaging, networking, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications.

10th September 2020

TDK-Lambda announces has two promotions and adds one new member to its Board

TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) announces two promotions and the addition of one new member to its TDK-Lambda UK Board of Directors. Geoff Wilby (pictured) has now taken on full responsibility as Managing Director of TDK Lambda UK.

9th September 2020

Intertec acquires Thermotex Engineering

Industrial enclosures specialist Intertec has acquired the UK’s Thermotex Engineering – manufacturer of soft insulation jackets for industrial processing equipment such as valves and piping. Thermotex’s insulation jackets complement the German innovator’s portfolio to extend its position as a comprehensive solutions provider of protection systems for field-based process instrumentation and controls.

9th September 2020

Construction of Sulzer"s new Birmingham Service Centre on track

Work on Sulzer’s new state-of-the-art service centre in Birmingham, UK, is continuing to schedule. As planned, the building is now watertight, and attention is turning to the internal construction of the workshop area and the offices. Customers can expect the new facility to be open towards the end of autumn 2020, and in the meantime, the existing service centre will continue to work at full capacity.

9th September 2020

Stromag spring applied brakes specified for busy bascule bridge at Port of Antwerp

As the second largest seaport in Europe, the Port of Antwerp handles over 200 million tonnes of cargo each year. It’s vital that ships and barges are able to navigate through the port without obstruction, while rail and road links must also remain clear for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. It’s no wonder that there is a large network of bascule bridges (drawbridges) throughout the port, all of which need to operate reliably day and night. As part of the ongoing refurbishment of the bridge drive systems, Stromag’s 3CA2 electromagnetic disc brakes have been selected to perform stopping and holding functions.

9th September 2020

Renishaw announces new digital initiatives to support its global manufacturing customers

Renishaw is committed to maintaining global supply chains and supporting its customers worldwide. During these uncertain times that means adapting, and helping industry to adapt, to new priorities and requirements.

9th September 2020

Schaeffler UK supports local charities

Schaeffler has donated over £3,600 to four UK-based charities to support them during the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, including Age UK (Birmingham & Sandwell) and three Foodbanks in Birmingham, Sheffield and Hereford.

8th September 2020

Volkswagen integrates latest Eplan and Rittal solutions

Volkswagen has released the sixth generation of its VASS (Volkswagen Audi Seat Skoda) Standard, which includes an update to Eplan Version 2.9. The standard has also been expanded to include 3D functionality in switchgear system engineering and information for bi-directional exchange with PLC project planning tools. The new VX25 control cabinet system from Rittal has also been integrated into the standard.

8th September 2020