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  • Alfa Laval supports GA Petfoods’ fresh-meat production push

    Alfa Laval is supporting GA Petfoods’ advanced production processes for premium pet food. The partnership centres on heat transfer and separation technologies designed to maximise fresh meat inclusion, improve process efficiency, and enhance flavour and nutritional control in dry pet food manufacturing.


  • Arnold Magnetic Technologies secures Western rare earth supply deal

    Arnold Magnetic Technologies has secured a long-term Western rare earth supply agreement. The deal with Less Common Metals and Solvay underpins access to critical materials for advanced permanent magnets, as aerospace, defence, automotive, and energy manufacturers push harder on supply chain resilience and material traceability.


  • Xaar launches braille inkjet white paper at global events

    Xaar has launched a new white paper on braille printing. Presented at Labelexpo Asia and Packaging Europe’s Digital Print for Packaging Conference, the paper details how high-viscosity digital inkjet enables compliant, high-build braille and tactile embellishment at production speeds, supporting accessibility, regulation, and premium packaging requirements.


  • Bscale logistics solution launches in UK and Netherlands

    Bleckmann expands Bscale logistics solution to the UK, Netherlands. The Bscale solution offers modular, plug-and-play warehousing and fulfilment services for fashion and lifestyle brands. This strategic expansion aims to streamline logistics for companies, reducing barriers such as high upfront costs and enhancing growth opportunities in the UK and the Netherlands.


  • Digid’s nanoscale sensors ready for mass deployment

    Digid unveils nanoscale sensors ready for mass production. The company, known for its pioneering technology, has developed sensors as small as 1µm. These sensors, crucial for advanced robotics and other fields, promise to revolutionise multiple emerging markets with unparalleled precision and capability.


  • UK manufacturers lose £408m annually to idle energy

    UK manufacturers waste 1.8 TWh of energy annually. An analysis by FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics reveals this inefficiency costs the industry up to £408 million per year. The issue is prevalent among small and medium-sized enterprises lacking off-shift switch-off policies, exacerbated by high energy prices in the UK.


  • Ultrasonic sensor enables cuff-free blood pressure measurement

    Ultrasonic technology enables cuffless blood pressure monitoring. This advancement integrates PMN-PT composites onto a flexible substrate using low-temperature soldering. The sensor measures real-time changes in vascular diameter, offering high accuracy and wearability. It stands as a promising component for future wearable healthcare devices.


  • Combilift’s 100,000th forklift raises €100,000 for charity

    Combilift reaches a significant manufacturing milestone with philanthropy. The company celebrated its 100,000th forklift by donating €100,000 to UNICEF. This initiative underscores Combilift’s dedication to corporate social responsibility, with funds supporting children in crisis globally.


  • Emerson’s SCADA cloud app enhances operational efficiency

    Emerson’s redesigned DeltaV SaaS SCADA app enhances field operations. The new mobile application empowers operators and technicians with improved visibility, awareness, and customisation options. Designed for critical industries such as oil, gas, and specialty chemicals, it facilitates more efficient operations through an intuitive interface and robust functionality.


  • Rotterdam selects ABB for largest shore power project

    ABB to deliver major shore power systems for Rotterdam port. The systems, with over 100 MVA capacity, will serve three container terminals, significantly cutting emissions and noise pollution. Operations are set to commence in 2028, aiding compliance with EU maritime regulations.