Engineering
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Altus Group introduces Heller’s Short-Cycle Vacuum Reflow Oven. The innovative system addresses vacuum soldering cycle time limitations, enhancing high-volume production capabilities. Heller’s patented multi-stage conveyor technology increases throughput by up to 100%, ensuring superior solder joint reliability. This advancement supports the growing demand for high-reliability electronics manufacturing across the UK and Ireland.
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Thomson unveils upgraded H-Track actuator for marine environments. Enhanced with 316 stainless steel components, the actuator offers superior corrosion resistance and underwater functionality. Suitable for diverse applications, it integrates seamlessly into industrial systems, promising reliability and reduced maintenance.
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Halloween monsters depend on electricity to stay frightening. CP Automation’s latest infographic, “Keeping Haunted Houses Open,” reveals the crucial role of power quality in sustaining the eerie atmosphere of haunted attractions. Without proper electrical management, these attractions risk losing their fright factor due to equipment failures.
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Sumitomo (SHI) Demag will showcase its latest medical injection moulding technology at Plastics Live Ireland 2025. The company aims to expand its footprint in Ireland’s fast-growing medical manufacturing sector with new high-speed, energy-efficient cleanroom machines.
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Copper prices are testing record highs as the world races to electrify. The metal that underpins renewable power, grids, and electric vehicles is also the one in shortest supply — exposing a fundamental contradiction at the heart of the energy transition.
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Alfa Laval UK launches a proactive dry-dock strategy to reduce ship maintenance delays. The initiative combines early condition audits with tailored spare parts packages to improve uptime, streamline logistics, and extend equipment life for global fleets.
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Sovrin Medical Plastics relies on FANUC ROBOSHOT machines. Over 20 years, these machines have operated without unplanned downtime, a testament to their reliability. Sovrin’s fleet runs continuously, with some units exceeding 40 million cycles, showcasing FANUC’s engineering excellence and solidifying its reputation in the medical device manufacturing sector.
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Aftermarket support is no longer a backup strategy. Raj Singh of TNA Solutions explains how proactive, data-driven service models are helping food manufacturers turn maintenance into resilience. From predictive analytics to outcome-based contracts, the shift marks a decisive move away from reactive support.
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Sizable Energy has raised $8 million to advance ocean-based pumped hydro. The system uses brine and gravity to store grid-scale energy offshore.
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Enedis renews deal with ABB to eliminate MV switchgear SF6. The agreement extends a long-running collaboration focused on decarbonising France’s medium-voltage infrastructure and improving grid resilience under growing electrification demand.
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