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  • Essemtec Presents All-in-One SMT Solutions of High-Speed Dispensing, Pick-and-Place and Integrated Inspection Systems at SMTA Guadalajara

    Essemtec is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled for September 11-12, 2024, at Expo Guadalajara, Salón Jalisco, Hall D & E. Essemtec will showcase its latest advancements in high-speed dispensing and integrated inspection technology with the Fox All-in-One and PUMA All-in-One machines at Booth 521.  Essemtec’s…


  • Scottish Bakers aims to transform sector with consumer-facing brand

    Scottish Bakers is embarking on a bold move to showcase Scotland’s baking industry with the launch of a consumer brand. The trade association said the move is “championing the Scottish nation’s baking industry” as well as “transform” the sector. The development is also part of its comprehensive five-year strategy, unveiled at the annual conference in…


  • Altus Strengthens its Partnership with Active-PCB Solutions Through Further Investment in Koh Young Technology

    Altus Group, a leading supplier of capital equipment for the electronics manufacturing industry in the UK and Ireland, is pleased to announce the successful installation of a second Koh Young Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system at Active-PCB Solutions. This latest investment highlights Altus’ commitment to providing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and…


  • Seven Bro7hers launches a zesty Ipa

    The Seven Bro7hers have released a zesty 5.5% ABV IPA that pours pale and hazy and is packed with citra and Amarillo hops to create a citrus aroma. The beer has a low level bitterness and a slightly sweet finish making it easy and drinkable in the sunshine. Transporting you to the seaside, Citrus Sea…


  • Kestrel supercomputer to support renewable energy research in US

    Image: Taylor Henry, NREL The Kestrel supercomputer at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) Energy Systems Integration Facility in Golden, Colorado, has completed full buildout. Reaching 44 petaflops of computing power (i.e. 44 million billion floating point operations per second) – five times more than the NREL’s earlier generation ‘Eagle’ supercomputer – the Kestrel supercomputer…


  • NYSEG and RG&E reach 700,000 smart meters across upstate New York

    Image: Avangrid New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) have installed more than 700,000 smart meters for electric and natural gas customers in New York. Installations are occurring at a rate of over 50,000 monthly, with upgrades currently underway in Ithaca, Rochester, Brewster, Sodus, Binghamton, Canandaigua, Lancaster and Hornell…


  • Brazil’s Cemig has developed a ‘battery bank’ storage solution

    Image courtesy Cemig (Alisson Guedes, Cemig Distribution Engineering Superintendent) Brazilian power company Cemig has developed a storage system using a remotely operated battery bank to support the traditional distribution network. According to the company in a release, the system is a first of its kind for the country, providing greater network stability and reduced power…


  • OF&G chief executive steps down

    Roger Kerr, CEO of OF&G (Organic Farmers’ and Growers), has announced his resignation after a 10-year tenure leading the UK organic certification body. Chairman of OF&G’s Board, Richard Thompson, expresses his thanks for Mr Kerr’s commitment to the organic sector and recognises his impact and influence. “Roger has been instrumental in OF&G’s growth in stature…


  • Apprentice at Allan Brothers in Berwick wins North East Apprenticeship Award

    An apprentice at Berwick-based Allan Brothers has won a regional award. Rafal Krzeminski won the ‘Engineering/Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year’ category of the 2024 North East Apprenticeship Awards. The awards, organised by National World, celebrate the achievements of some of the region’s most talented apprentices and the employers, colleges and training providers who provide those…


  • Doritos Cool Ranch flavoured tortilla chips are about to take off

    DORITOS® Propels Chip Innovation to New Heights by Sending minis COOL RANCH® Zero Gravity Flavored Tortilla Chips to Space (PRNewsfoto/Frito-Lay North America) Posted: 21 August 2024 Share this page Doritos is making history with a limited-edition minis Cool Ranch zero gravity flavoured tortilla chip, marking the first time Doritos is going to space. The made-for-space…