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  • Stockley’s continues to revitalise nostalgic treasures from the past

    The latest yesteryear treat rethought by Stockley’s is Treacle Toffee, otherwise known as Bonfire toffee, on account of its cult popularity during Victorian Guy Fawkes celebrations. The re-emergence of this altogether more involving, adult-leaning treat with a rich, earthier taste ties in perfectly with Stockley’s ongoing commitment to giving fresh impetus to yesteryear, nostalgic classics…


  • TVA moves forward with grid stability project at retired coal plant

    A bulldozer at TVA’s Bull Run Fossil Plant (Credit: TVA) Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) plans to repurpose its retired Bull Run coal-fired plant with synchronous condensers for grid stability. As more electricity comes from intermittent renewable energy, maintaining grid stability becomes more challenging as coal plants retire. Synchronous condensers help balance grid inertia by replacing…


  • Series M9: Compact Connector Portfolio for Maximum Reliability

    Compact design, robust construction, and versatile applications When reliable electrical connections are required in the smallest of spaces, binder’s M9 portfolio offers compact circular connector solutions that perform even under demanding conditions. The 702, 711, and 712 series cover a wide range of protection classes, connection types, and technical requirements – from IP40 to IP67,…


  • Indium Corporation Expert to Present on Automotive and Industrial Solder Bonding Solutions at IPC Workshop

    Indium Corporation Principal Engineer, Advanced Materials, Andy Mackie, Ph.D., MSc, will deliver a technical presentation on innovative solder bonding solutions for automotive and industrial applications at the IPC Component-to-System Level Packaging Workshop, scheduled for July 2-3, 2025, in Berlin, Germany. The presentation, Solder as Known Good Interconnect (KGI) in Heterogeneous Integration, will explore how solder…


  • KIC Highlights Innovative TAS Thermal Process Optimization Software at SMTA Querétaro Expo

    KIC, the leader in smart thermal process technologies for electronics manufacturing, is pleased to announce its participation in the SMTA Querétaro Expo, taking place July 24, 2025 at the Centro de Congresos y Teatro Metropolitano in Querétaro, Mexico. KIC representative Miguel Flores will be on-site to discuss the company’s Thermal Analysis System (TAS) Software, developed…


  • Europlacer Expands U.S. Reach with New Eastern Region Representative

    Europlacer, a global leader in flexible SMT assembly solutions for High-Mix manufacturers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Photo Chemical Systems as its new representative for the Eastern United States. With over 50 years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry, Photo Chemical Systems has built a strong reputation for delivering advanced products and…


  • Hands-On Demos Now Available for Apollo Seiko’s EF and AF Selective Soldering Lines

    Apollo Seiko, a leading innovator in soldering technology, is excited to spotlight its expanded lineup of EF and AF Series Selective Soldering Systems, now available for live demonstrations in its newly dedicated demo room. The company invites current and prospective customers to submit sample boards for testing and evaluation as part of its hands-on approach…


  • ABB unifies motor and drive in a streamlined plug-and-play platform

    ABB’s new LV Titanium Variable Speed Motor  platform delivers the benefits of a high-efficiency motor and variable speed drive (VSD) technology in a single, compact, customisable, plug-and-play solution that enables industrial customers to minimise their energy consumption, save money and reduce carbon emissions. The LV Titanium offers a simple and cost-effective way to provide IE5 Ultra-Premium…


  • Octopus Energy debuts OctopusFlex in Texas

    Image courtesy Octopus Energy Octopus Energy has debuted OctopusFlex, a new, flexible time-of-use plan that rewards Texans for using electricity when the grid is quiet, clean, and cheap. By using smart devices like EV chargers and smart thermostats, OctopusFlex is meant to automatically optimise energy use during the most cost-effective and climate-friendly hours without disrupting…


  • OAL Connected becomes first GS1 UK approved packaging verification platform

    OAL has been granted GS1 UK Approved accreditation for its OAL Connected platform. The certification, which attests to OAL Connected’s adherence to GS1 standards, is a significant turning point for UK food producers who are striving for best practices in data integrity and traceability. The industry leader in date code and label verification systems for…