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Alucast secures future with £1.8m estate acquisition. The company has purchased the Moxley Industrial Estate in Wednesbury, investing £1.8 million. This acquisition safeguards its current operations and supports neighbouring businesses. Alucast aims to expand its high-pressure diecasting and machine shops, with plans for sustainability enhancements.
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E.ON Next launches trial to demonstrate energy system flexibility. The trial aims to show how lower energy bills, greater grid flexibility, and accelerated renewable growth can be achieved simultaneously. Up to 100 homes will receive battery installations to reduce grid pressure and support renewable energy, offering potential savings of up to £360 per household annually.
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Point74 Pro revolutionises PLM for mid-market food manufacturers. The new software platform from Point74 offers a streamlined solution for small to medium-sized food producers, enabling digital transformation of their product development processes. It reduces manual errors and supports efficient management of recipes, technical data, and costings.
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Researchers uncover health benefits in colourful Japanese rice. Recent studies on japonica rice varieties reveal significant nutritional advantages linked to their lipid composition. These findings highlight the potential of pigmented rice in managing blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.
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Vertiv partners with Zagreb University to launch a new program. The Data Center Design program aims to equip participants with the skills needed to excel in the digital infrastructure industry. Applications for this innovative course, developed with industry leaders, are now open for the February intake.
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Microalgae-based products enter mass market with new EU project. The EU-funded Multiply project advances industrial scaling of 10 products from microalgae, including natural food colours and recyclable coatings. By replacing fossil-based materials, Multiply addresses sustainability in food and packaging, aligning with the burgeoning Blue Economy.
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FANUC UK will demonstrate cutting-edge automation at MACH 2026. The event will feature an Airbus-developed robotic drilling cell and the advanced FANUC FS500i-A CNC, showcasing FANUC’s expertise in automation technology. Attendees will gain insights into innovative solutions for aerospace and other industries at stand 18-449.
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Trane unveils new high-performance heat pumps in Europe. The FLEX N HP and ARIES N HP models, using R290 refrigerant, promise superior efficiency and sustainability. With operation down to –20°C and water temperatures up to 77°C, they cater to challenging climates, offering significant advantages for both new and retrofit installations.
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Henkel unveils a pioneering cold seal for paper packaging. This innovation tackles the industry’s challenges in shifting from plastic to sustainable paper solutions, offering secure seals without heat. It supports high-speed production and aligns with EU recyclability standards, promoting circular economy in packaging.
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Ceryx appoints Mark Strong to its Board of Directors. The company has strengthened its leadership as it completes a successful first-in-human trial of its novel cardiac rhythm management device. Strong, with extensive experience in cardiovascular technologies, will guide Ceryx through its next development phase.
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