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ActionPlas has installed a new LK Metrology coordinate measuring machine as part of a £1m investment programme supporting high‑precision components for a Formula 1 customer.
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OMRON has introduced the VHV5 Inline Verifier, a high‑speed system designed to grade 1D, 2D and direct part mark barcodes directly on production lines, helping manufacturers ensure traceability and compliance.
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Domino has introduced the Cx150i, a compact piezo inkjet printer designed to code directly onto porous boxes, targeting secondary packaging lines seeking lower consumable use and simpler integration with factory systems.
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Aurrigo has secured its largest autonomous vehicle manufacturing order yet. The £6.28m programme for Ultra Global covers engineering, production, and testing of 25 modernised autonomous guided vehicles.
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Parker has expanded its DFplus valve range with IO-Link connectivity. The new Class B version combines power and data in one M12 connector for demanding hydraulic applications.
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Sandvik Coromant unveils advanced sensorised turning solution, CoroTurn® Plus. This innovation provides real-time visibility and automation for turning operations, enhancing process security and part quality. By monitoring cutting forces and vibrations, it aids in stabilising performance and reducing waste, paving the way for scalable automation in manufacturing.
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Wensleydale Railway has completed bridge repairs before its 2026 season. Volunteers and a specialist contractor repaired the Stoop House Farm bridge after water ingress affected the masonry.
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Embedder has secured an embedded award 2026 startup nomination. At Embedded World, the company is also presenting v0.3.1 as a production-ready AI firmware engineering platform.
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Amcor has secured UN certification for PCR hazardous goods containers. The approval covers 5.5-litre and 5.8-litre industrial packs made in Pamplona with 50% post-consumer recycled plastic for solid and powdered hazardous products.
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Portmeirion partners with Lucideon to cut energy in kilns. The six-month collaboration aims to reduce natural gas consumption by optimising the firing process. This involves data collection and computational modelling to enhance efficiency, potentially achieving a four per cent energy saving in the ceramics sector.
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