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  • DISTRON CORPORATION Expands Manufacturing Campus with Third Facility to Support Box Build Growth

    In response to continued growth and rising demand for box build services, DISTRON CORPORATION, a leading U.S.-based electronics contract manufacturer, has expanded into a third building just next door to its main facility in the North Attleboro Industrial Park. This milestone marks the next chapter in DISTRON’s evolution, forming a closely connected, three-building manufacturing campus…


  • HowToRobot reports a 30% surge in automation assessments as companies seek to maximize capacity within existing facilities and with current staff in response to tariffs and geopolitical turmoil. May 1, 2025 – UK manufacturers are intensifying their search for automation solutions to boost domestic production capacity without expanding facilities or increasing headcount, according to new…


  • OMRON reveals ultra-compact power relay for high-voltage battery safety

    OMRON Electronic Components Europe has introduced the G9EJH-1-E ultra-compact DC power relay, delivering a space-saving solution for inrush protection in battery-charging systems up to 800V. With class-leading dimensions of 31mm x 27mm, and 30mm high, the relay also meets the IEC 60664 insulation distance specification to satisfy stringent reliability and safety standards. With its high…


  • Alfaplas claims a first in the UK launching verified PCR film

    Alfaplasa has launched Alfablue, a packaging film that helps UK manufacturers and printers reduce environmental impact and Plastic Packaging Tax. According to the UK-based manufacturer and printer of flexible packaging, the film is developed in direct response to market demand for trusted solutions. Alfablue leads a wave of change in sustainable packaging. The Alfablue range…


  • PTC and Schaeffler expand strategic relationship with adoption of Windchill+ PLM

    PTC has announced that a leading automotive and industrial supplier will adopt its Windchill+® product lifecycle management (PLM) solution as it continues modernising its product development practices and working to accelerate time to market. As part of a broader cloud-driven transformation effort, Schaeffler is transitioning from its on-premises Windchill® environment to a cloud-based Windchill+ environment…


  • BAE Systems honours Solsta with a ‘Partner 2 Win’ Silver Tier Supplier Award

    Solsta, a world-leading electronic component distributor, has announced today that it has received a Silver Tier Award from BAE Systems’ Partner 2 Win program. Solsta was selected from a pool of suppliers that delivered exceptional performance and contributions to support supply chain success for BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector in 2024. John Macmichael, Managing Director…


  • Germany’s 50Hertz plans three new underground electricity routes

    Photo: Britta Petersen/50Hertz. German TSO 50Hertz is planning three new underground electricity routes, most of which will run in tunnels deep underneath the city. According to 50Hertz in a release, projections indicate that electricity consumption in Berlin will almost double over the next decade due to the decarbonisation of heat supply, increasing e-mobility and digitalisation.…


  • 41% of food and drink manufacturers scaling back investment, as sector confidence remains low

    New data suggests that food and drink manufacturers have been compelled to scale back or cancel investments in long-term growth, as they struggle with mounting economic pressures and a raft of new taxes and regulations. The Food and Drink Federation’s latest State of Industry report reveals that confidence amongst food and drink businesses remains persistently…


  • For nearly 20 years, Titan Enterprises’ trusted North American distribution has been expertly handled by its long-term partner, JLC International. This successful collaboration has laid a strong foundation for further growth in the region. A UK-based manufacturer of small-bore liquid flowmeters, Titan Enterprises has built a robust global network of partners and distributors in Europe,…


  • Givaudan introduces ingredient for stress management

    Zensera, a patent-pending extract of lemon balm that promotes composure and cognitive function under stress, has been introduced by Givaudan. In nutraceutical applications, Zensera offers a same-day health benefit at a modest dosage of 300 mg. This clean-label component is also appropriate for some beverages because of its solubility, light flavour, and colour. “Givaudan is…