Fluke Reliability today announced the results of a recent survey which shows that 79% of respondents emphasized high-skill labour shortages as a primary focus for AI investment, in contrast to just 37% who view AI as a means to address gaps in low-skill roles. Manufacturers are seeking to move beyond automating low-skill routine tasks and…
In a global first, Tom Parker Ltd, an authorised distributor of CEJN products for over 50 years, is thrilled to introduce the new 208 Detect range of FDA-approved blow guns. The ground breaking Detect compressed air blow gun product range, a global first in the food and beverage industry, is poised to transform food production…

Advantech is proud to announce the release of the MIC-732-AO and MIC-732D-AO, solutions that together, form an all-in-one autonomous mobile robot (AMR) AI system and developer kit, with NVIDIA Nova Orin. According to estimates provided by ABI Research, AMRs are expected to have a significant impact on the logistics market across various industries. By 2030,…

Department for Business and Trade backs Made Smarter Adoption North West to support companies adopt cutting-edge digital tools for growth, jobs and decarbonisation. Made Smarter Adoption North West, the trailblazing digital technology adoption programme, has secured an additional £230,000 to help more SME manufacturers access transformational technology. The allocation from the Department for Business and…
Pioneering manufacturing trade association Automate UK has announced the appointment of Peter Williamson as its new Chairman, succeeding James Causebrook, who stepped down this week having reached the end of his two-year term. James’ term was a key period for the organisation incorporating its rebranding, the finessing of its core values and the enhancement of…
Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation has announced that Lord (Richard) Harrington will become its new Chair, succeeding Lord (John) Hutton who has Chaired the organisation since 2022. He will take over as Chair in early 2025. After a successful career in business Richard (Lord) Harrington was MP for Watford from 2010 to 2019 and has…

As the holiday season approaches, PCBWay is thrilled to announce their Christmas & New Year Promotions! Whether you’re an engineer or an enthusiast, this is the perfect time to indulge in their manufacturing services and get free gifts. Don’t hesitate to visit the website (https://www.pcbway.com/activity/christmas2024.html) to learn more! Activity Time Christmas Theme: December 12th to…

In the world of automation technology, WAGO is known for its versatile product offering from software and HMI devices to control technology, switches and sensors. When on the road, WAGO sales engineers need to be able to demonstrate the latest products in action to demonstrate the ease-of-use and quality. The company has chosen Spelsberg’s GTi…

MaxLinear has introduced three new quad RS-485 serial receivers, designed to ensure reliable communications in harsh industrial environments. The new quad RS-485 receivers offer 12 product variations with two speed options, 10Mbps and 33Mbps, in two package variants. Building upon the company’s broad, half-duplex RS-485 transceiver portfolio, the new solutions adds quad receive capability with…

Jenny Shern, General Manager of NexCOBOT, a subsidiary of NEXCOM Group, spoke to IoT Insider about AI being the “next trend”, the growth of mobile robots and functional safety, and offering modularisation in robotics, sharing insights into the pain points and challenges facing the robotics industry. Trends in robots Observing trends in robots – notably,…