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  • CLIFF Electronics launches SMA and RP-SMA connectors

    Cliff Electronics unveils advanced SMA and RP-SMA connectors. The new CP30260 range offers solderless female-to-female connectivity, designed for RF communication systems, telecom, and aerospace applications. With a frequency range up to 18 GHz and gold-plated finishes, these connectors ensure secure, low-loss connections for high-frequency environments.


  • AI-guided sperm recovery method achieves pregnancy

    AI-guided sperm recovery achieves first successful pregnancy milestone. Researchers at Columbia University have developed an innovative AI-driven method to recover sperm in men with azoospermia, a condition where sperm is absent in ejaculate. This breakthrough promises new hope for couples facing male-factor infertility challenges.


  • ABB introduces embedded ESA technology in drives

    ABB’s strategic partnership with Samotics redefines digital powertrain monitoring. The global launch at ADIPEC 2025 introduces a new era, enabling legacy drives to harness advanced analytics. Integrating ESA technology into high-power drives transforms them into digital transformation catalysts, enhancing the monitoring of previously inaccessible industrial assets.


  • Domino unveils Dx1060i 100W CO² laser coder

    Domino launches a powerful laser for beverage coding efficiency. The Dx1060i CO² laser coder enhances production by delivering sharp, durable codes on complex surfaces. It supports up to 90,000 bottles per hour, ensuring clarity without compromising speed or quality.


  • Rinnai UK offers CIBSE-accredited CPDs and bursaries

    Rinnai expands CPD offerings with three new courses. These courses focus on Seasonal Performance Factors, Water Neutrality, and Heat Pump Retrofitting. Industry professionals can earn bursaries of up to £200 upon successful completion of all sessions. Limited spaces are available, highlighting the growing demand for industry-relevant knowledge.


  • Hepworth Brewery implements UK’s first circular wastewater system

    Hepworth Brewery achieves a UK-first with wastewater-to-energy technology. The brewery’s partnership with WASE transforms effluent into clean water, biogas, and fertiliser, marking a milestone in sustainable brewing. The system treats 17m³ of wastewater daily, generating renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions significantly.


  • Wireless Logic named IoT provider of the year

    Wireless Logic has been named “Overall IoT Solution Provider of the Year.” The UK-based connectivity specialist received the award in the 2025 Mobile Breakthrough Awards, recognising its continued focus on secure and scalable IoT infrastructure.


  • Irish food firm invests in significant digital upgrade

    Kepak completes major digital overhaul with Microsoft Dynamics 365. The family-owned Irish meat manufacturer has upgraded its operational systems across the UK and Ireland, replacing its outdated Dynamics AX 2012 platform. This strategic move enhances supply chain, warehouse, and finance processes, ensuring scalability and future growth.


  • Hepworth Brewery implements UK’s first circular wastewater system

    ICB Distillers enhances cost efficiency with Bürkert’s FLOWave. The Middlesbrough-based producer of spirit-based beverages has implemented Bürkert’s FLOWave flowmeter, dramatically reducing product wastage and water consumption. This innovation ensures accurate flow measurement, maintaining hygiene and product quality while integrating seamlessly into existing systems.


  • MM Packaging hits sweet spot with record UK advent calendar production

    MM Packaging Deeside reaches landmark 15 million advent calendar figure. The record seasonal output for major UK retailers highlights the cartonboard manufacturer’s scale and precision capabilities, as demand for festive packaging rises alongside an £853 million Christmas confectionery market.