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  • RPS Group collaborates with Together Housing on renewables

    RPS Group enhances Together Housing’s renewable energy capabilities. The partnership includes installation of advanced heat pumps at Together Housing’s training facility, aiming to boost the engineering team’s proficiency in heat pump technology and meet the demand for energy-efficient homes.


  • OKW CONNECT enclosures now include integrated cable glands

    OKW introduces CONNECT enclosures with integrated cable glands. The new CONNECT enclosures simplify cable installation, offering fast assembly with snap-fit design and optional integrated cable glands. Ideal for various sectors including IoT, medical devices, and safety engineering, they are available in multiple sizes and colours, providing flexibility and customisation.


  • Lawton Tubes appoints new board chairman

    Lawton Tubes appoints new Board Chairman after ten years. Michael Brown, formerly with Dormole Group, will lead the Midlands-based manufacturer from late November. The company, known for its copper tube and fittings, has expanded its international trade significantly, winning prestigious awards and increasing export sales to £26 million.


  • Researchers record detailed footage of flu virus entry

    Researchers observe influenza virus infecting cells in real time. Using a cutting-edge microscopy technique, scientists have captured high-resolution images of influenza viruses as they invade living cells, potentially paving the way for the development of more targeted antiviral therapies.


  • NHS Centre chooses Schneider Electric for patient care improvements

    Schneider Electric partners with NHS to enhance patient care. The collaboration aims to integrate advanced energy-efficient technologies at the National Rehabilitation Centre. This initiative marks a significant step towards achieving the NHS’s net-zero goals, promising improved patient autonomy and reduced operational costs.


  • OKW CONNECT enclosures now include integrated cable glands

    Würth Elektronik launches new film capacitors for noise suppression. The WCAP-FTY2 series is designed for X1 or Y2 applications, featuring high impulse dielectric strength. Certified by VDE with ENEC10, these capacitors enhance safety in industrial and household applications.


  • Lawton Tubes appoints new board chairman

    Impulse Embedded unveils cutting-edge edge AI systems with Thor. Harnessing NVIDIA’s latest technology, these systems boast significant performance gains, offering up to 2,070 FP4 TFLOPS. This leap in capability supports real-time generative AI and advanced robotics, marking a pivotal advancement in industrial computing solutions.


  • Experimental RNA drug repairs DNA and heals tissue

    A novel drug repairs DNA, offering groundbreaking therapeutic potential. Cedars-Sinai researchers have introduced TY1, an experimental drug that repairs DNA damage, heralding a new era in treatment for heart attacks and inflammatory diseases. This development, published in Science Translational Medicine, underscores the drug’s capacity to enhance tissue repair processes.


  • IMI Norgren marks 100 years in engineering

    IMI Norgren celebrates a century of engineering excellence. Established in 1925 by Carl Norgren, the company has been a leader in pneumatic motion control, offering innovative solutions across diverse industries such as factory automation, food and beverage, and rail. Its legacy of excellence continues to shape the future.


  • BW Packaging enhances throughput with Hayssen X850 wrapper

    BW Packaging unveils the Hayssen X850 flow wrapper. The machine promises enhanced seal integrity at high speeds, revolutionising packaging for demanding food products. It marks a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Hayssen RT, with advanced features aimed at improving throughput and simplifying operations.