Industrial Technology

Omron acquires Adept"s classy robots for fast-moving automation

At the PPMA Total Show 2016, Omron will formally announce its acquisition of Adept Technologies, an established US-based manufacturer and global supplier of industrial robots. The takeover has added 49 best-in-class robots to Omron’s portfolio and enables the company to offer all three primary classes of robots together with an established global service infrastructure.

10th June 2016

Training reflects software advances in control systems and HMI screen design

The 2016 programme of Training Courses from Mitsubishi Electric has been released. It features a new course in GX Works3 and an updated course in GOT 2000, alongside many of the established basic and advanced learning opportunities for professional engineers.

9th June 2016

Harting on track to connect at "Rail Live"

Harting has announced plans for its stand in the Rail Alliance Tent at ‘Rail Live’. Harting will include on its stand RFID solutions designed for rail and tram vehicle maintenance. Rail Live will be held at the Quiton Rail Technology Centre, Warwickshire, 22-23 June.

7th June 2016

In-wheel motors from PMW power innovative Rasa hydrogen car

The Rasa hydrogen fuel cell car developed by Riversimple has been attracting a lot of attention with its innovative design and impressive performance. A key feature is its four in-wheel electric motors which directly drive the vehicle's wheels.

6th June 2016

SMC celebrates service excellence award

SMC’s focus on continuous improvement was a key factor in them earning an award for service excellence from RS Components – the second consecutive year that the Japanese-owned manufacturer has received the accolade.

3rd June 2016

Harting exhibits marine certified products at Seawork International

Harting plans to connect to a new market on the 14 June when it starts a three-day show on stand A42 of the Seawork International exhibition at Mayflower Park, Southampton. Harting’s expertise in developing electrical connectivity products for harsh environments is highlighted in a range of components suitable to the Marine and Shipbuilding industry.

2nd June 2016

Igus showcases bearings and cable management systems at Automechanika

Automechanika, one of the world's leading exhibitions for the automotive supply chain and aftermarket, is coming to the UK for the very first time. During the show, which runs from 7th – 9th June at Birmingham’s NEC, Igus will be showcasing its innovative, tribopolymer bearing products and cable management systems on its stand (11E22).

1st June 2016

Parker"s "Automation on Tour" roadshow visits 14 countries in its first year

The Automation Group of Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has recently completed one year on the road with its exhibition vehicle. The truck has completed more than 24,000 miles, travelled to 14 countries and has been visited by more than 4600 customers. The vehicle takes Parker Automation’s latest products and technologies directly to the customer with demonstrations and explanations from Parker engineers to help solve application challenges.

31st May 2016

International celebration marks unveiling of new engineering headquarters

Applied Automation (UK) has welcomed guests from around the world for the official opening of the new headquarters in Plymouth. The diverse nature of Applied’s work was reflected in the range of industry guests with representatives from sectors such as robotics, automotive, optical, medical and marine. Visitors toured the factory and were shown the bespoke automated machinery being built by the engineering division and yacht helm consoles in the marine showroom.

27th May 2016

Safety precautions improved with JetBlack cleaning stations

Bridgewood UK utilises a range of vacuum forming, polyurethane reinforcement and composite moulding processes in conjunction with an array of materials to manufacture components and assemblies for a wide range of applications and markets. For example they vacuum form parts for products such as shower units for caravans, and body parts for various commercial vehicles.

26th May 2016