Engineering

Swissbit is set to unveil its latest innovations and product highlights at the Embedded World 2024 exhibition in Nuremberg, Germany, from the 9-11 April, at Booth 1-543. The company will highlight its advanced PCIe high-performance portfolio within the memory segment, notably featuring the N5200 SSD, recognised for its leading performance in terms of IOPS per…

DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, has launched season 3 of its “Farm Different” video series, sponsored by Analog Devices and Amphenol Industrial. Season 3 features three episodes that provide a look into the future of farming to determine what…

Marc Segura, President of ABB’s Robotics Division, outlined three key drivers for AI-powered robotics solutions in 2024, as the company continues its expansion into new markets previously untouched by robotic automation. “The forthcoming year is set to underscore the pivotal role of AI,” Marc Segura, President of ABB’s Robotics Division, remarked. “From mobile robots and…

Dexory, a provider of advanced AI and robotics solutions, unveiled its collaboration with Iron Mountain, a entity in information management, storage innovation, data centre infrastructure, and asset lifecycle management. Since 2021, Iron Mountain has ventured into third-party logistics (3PL) services, revolutionising the Warehouse & Logistics sector with its dynamic and innovative solutions. The firm has…

Tennant Company, a company developing cleaning solutions, and Brain Corp, a company in autonomous technology for robotics and AI, have announced a sole technology agreement aimed at propelling the development and uptake of next-gen robotic floor cleaning technologies. This pivotal agreement builds on the successful historical partnership between Tennant and Brain Corp, with a goal…

National Highways is integrating a robotic dog into its survey operations alongside its road network to enhance data collection and safety during geotechnical surveys. The robot, known as Spot from Boston Dynamics, is being tested in collaboration with Bam Ritchies and AECOM in various South West locations. This innovative approach utilises Spot’s capabilities to remotely…

According to Gartner, 57% of retailers plan to invest in software in 2024 and will prioritise marketing and IT investments. Advanced retail technologies are revolutionising the retail landscape and changing how consumers shop. In 2023, retailers increased investments in advanced technologies such as augmented reality for product visualisation, automated robotics and AI/Machine learning. However, with this focus on AI…

Westermo has introduced a suite of service agreements designed to assist industries such as manufacturing, utilities, and transportation in maintaining, securing, and enhancing their data communications networks throughout their lifecycle. The growing dependency on data communications for the operation of vital applications underscores the importance of network reliability and security. Through leveraging Westermo’s extensive experience…

Nokia has unveiled the introduction of five additional third-party IoT applications to its MX Industrial Edge platform, aimed at bolstering industrial IoT functionalities in areas such as asset tracking, positioning, indoor navigation, and worker safety. These new applications exploit the MX Industrial Edge’s low latency, robust connectivity, and built-in intelligence to foster more effective industrial…

Schneider Electric has developed the first of its kind, modular circuit protection range tailored for the UK market – Acti9 Acitve. Schneider Electric’s has revolutionised the future of electrical installations across higher risk residential buildings, HMO’s, Office Buildings and care homes, catering to the evolving sustainable needs of electricians, facilities managers and design firms. Compliant…