Manufacturing
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Sovrin Medical Plastics relies on FANUC ROBOSHOT machines. Over 20 years, these machines have operated without unplanned downtime, a testament to their reliability. Sovrin’s fleet runs continuously, with some units exceeding 40 million cycles, showcasing FANUC’s engineering excellence and solidifying its reputation in the medical device manufacturing sector.
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Servo Gearbox Secrets 2025 offers critical insights into motion control. The book, authored by Apex Dynamics UK’s Managing Director, Mike Gulliford, is a comprehensive guide on servo gearboxes. Drawing from his extensive industry experience, Gulliford provides readers with essential knowledge for specifying and applying precision gearboxes effectively.
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Cyclos-HTP certifies Faerch’s CPET trays as fully recyclable. The certification highlights Faerch’s commitment to circular food packaging, ensuring CPET trays can be recycled efficiently without compromising quality. This achievement aligns with the company’s broader strategy to comply with sustainability targets and regulatory demands across Europe.
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ASG King & Fowler secures Airbus approval for TSA line. The Liverpool-based aerospace specialist’s £2 million investment in a fully automated tartaric sulphuric anodising line positions it as a strategic supplier for REACH-compliant aerospace components, enhancing its capabilities to process large aluminium parts sustainably.
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Aftermarket support is no longer a backup strategy. Raj Singh of TNA Solutions explains how proactive, data-driven service models are helping food manufacturers turn maintenance into resilience. From predictive analytics to outcome-based contracts, the shift marks a decisive move away from reactive support.
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Oadby Plastics achieves carbon neutrality in waste management. The Leicester-based supplier has reintroduced over 1,100 tonnes of production waste into the industry in 2023. Partnering with Envirovue, Oadby Plastics has reached 99% landfill diversion, showcasing a robust commitment to sustainability and forward-thinking waste management.
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ABB secures contract to upgrade Kemsley Paper Mill operations. ABB will supply electrification, automation, and digital solutions for DS Smith’s Kemsley site, enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impact. This investment aligns with DS Smith’s sustainability goals and includes integrating advanced systems for improved operational performance.
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Ian Chapman, Strategic Manager – Digital Coding, Domino, discusses the role of digitalisation in pharma packaging printing, and the value of a trusted partner to deliver more – more agility, more sustainability, more traceability.
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Dowse Engineering enhances CNC precision with advanced metrology tools. The Bletchley-based company has integrated MSP’s technology to address machine inconsistencies, significantly reducing downtime and variability. These steps have not only improved operational efficiency but have also set a new standard in precision manufacturing, particularly in the aerospace and automotive sectors.
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London Packaging Week 2025 attracted 5,752 visitors to ExCeL London. Attendance rose 15 percent year-on-year, underlining the event’s growing influence across the packaging, design, and materials industries.
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