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  • Subsurface mapping to improve line undergrounding in US

    Image: Exodigo Subsurface maps should improve undergrounding processes for power lines as part of the effort to overhaul and modernise the US grid. As part of the US DOE’s Grid Overhaul with Proactive, High-speed Undergrounding for Reliability, Resilience, and Security (GOPHURRS) programme, subsurface mapping specialist Exodigo is participating in a Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)…


  • EIB invests in Polish and Belgian network modernisation

    Teresa Czerwińska (left) and Paweł Majewski (right). Image courtesy Enea. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced two separate loans of €462 million and €190 million for Poland’s Enea and Belgium’s RESA respectively for distribution network modernisation. The PLN2 billion investment in Poland (€462 million; $499 million) will support the development and modernisation of Enea…


  • SIG carton packaging transforms Dutch vegetable aisles with modernisation of ambient packaging

    HAK, the leading Dutch plant-based food producer, has become the first vegetable producer to use SIG Terra Forest-based polymers. As demand for more innovation and sustainable packaging continues to grow from manufacturers, retailers and consumers, SIG carton packaging continues to meet these needs. The traditional long life vegetable aisle, made up of mainly cans and…


  • Advantech WISE-4250 Dual-Band Industrial Wi-Fi I/O Module

    Advantech has introduced the new WISE-4250 dual band based Industrial Wi-Fi I/O Module. The WISE-4250 features interchangeable I/O and sensors integrated with IoT data acquisition, processing and publishing. Data can be sent directly from Edge to Cloud with higher security and no loss functions. All Wi-Fi channels can be flexibly connected with a smart roaming…


  • Wide range of Huber+Suhner connectors, cables and accessories available from stock at Lane Electronics

    Lane Electronics, are a leading authorised distributor for Huber+Suhner, a leading global provider of high-performance connectors for the transmission of analogue and digital signals. Lane Electronics hold extensive stocks of their RF miniature, subminiature and microminiature connectors, and can supply coaxial and microwave cables and cable assemblies on short lead times. Applications for Huber+Suhner products…


  • DigiKey Adds Over 450 New Suppliers and 1.7 Million New Parts in 2023

     DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, announced today that it expanded its portfolio in 2023 by adding more than 450 new suppliers across their core business, DigiKey Marketplace and Fulfilled by DigiKey program. The company added more than 1.7 million…


  • Asahi Beverages Philippines’ connected packaging delivers instant wins for consumers

    A beverages brand is seeing smart packaging success as consumers embrace an interactive experience in a campaign run by a beverages brand. Goodday, a cultured milk drink owned by Asahi Beverages Philippines and distributed by Universal Robina Corporation in the Philippines, has partnered with creative technology studio Appetite Creative to build a fun and interactive…


  • Cetec ERP Transforms Operations for Tecate Group, Providing Seamless Migration and Enhanced Functionality

    Tecate Group, a prominent distributor and manufacturer in the electronics industry, has successfully implemented Cetec ERP, transforming their manufacturing operations.  Tecate Group transitioned to Cetec ERP approximately 8 months ago. Since its implementation, the company has seen significant advantages with Cetec ERP over the legacy system, citing the software’s user-friendly interface and quick error resolution…


  • Apollo Seiko Offers J-CAT CMS Desktop Sleeve Soldering Robot for Lean Production Environments

    Apollo Seiko, a leading innovator in soldering technology, is proud to offer the J-CAT CMS Desktop Sleeve Soldering Robot, designed to seamlessly integrate into “lean” cellular production environments. This cutting-edge robotic solution boasts Apollo Seiko’s proprietary CMS sleeve technology, offering a range of benefits that enhance efficiency and minimize maintenance challenges.   The J-CAT CMS…


  • Hip Pop broadens reach of functional Living Sodas

    Gut Lovin’ drinks brand, Hip Pop, has expanded its list of stockists, with its functional Living Sodas – in flavours Tropical Peach and Pink Grapefruit – now available to purchase from 52 Marks & Spencer’s Food Halls across the UK. Hip Pop is positioned as a healthy alternative to the typical traditional fizzy drink as…