Manufacturing


  • IFR sees rise in robot investment in the United States

    According to the International Federation of Robots (IFR), manufacturing firms in the United States have significantly increased their investment in automation, as the total installations of industrial robots surged by 12%, reaching 44,303 units in 2023. Leading this adoption trend is the automotive sector, closely followed by the electrical and electronics industry. Marina Bill, President…


  • Military discipline in development of Sprint supply chain

    Harry Fenn has joined Arundel-based Sprint Electric as supply chain manager, a key appointment for the company as they implement a global growth strategy following a wave of investment. Harry joins with an impressive track record in supply chain management.  A qualified electrical engineer, Harry started out in project engineering for a satellite antennae manufacturer,…


  • NTT demo ‘world’s first’ optical fiber innovation for faster, cost-effective IoT construction

    NTT Corporation has demonstrated a construction technology that allows various types of optical fibres to branch and merge without causing communication interruption. This result is expected to reduce the cost of facility construction and shorten the construction period for telecommunications carriers, especially as the number of connected devices in the Internet of Things continues to…


  • Eaton awarded m in tax credits for manufacturing investments

    Intelligent power management company Eaton was awarded more than $26.6 million in investment tax credits from the US Internal Revenue Service as part of the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit (48C) funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. The company was awarded the tax credits for its manufacturing investments totaling more than $200 million to…


  • Emerson to showcase Floor to Cloud™ factory automation solutions at Hannover Messe 2024 (Hall 11, Booth C20)

    Emerson: Global technology, software and engineering leader, Emerson will present the future of automation through its Floor to Cloud™ approach and innovative automation solutions at Hannover Messe in Hannover, Germany on April 22-26, 2024. Emerson will demonstrate how real-time visibility and control can drive sustainability, enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and empower teams using data-informed…


  • Mouser Sponsored DS PENSKE Racing Team Gears up as Formula E Returns to the Glamorous Streets of Monaco

    Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) leader™ empowering innovation, will cheer for the DS PENSKE Racing Team as they return to take on the glamorous streets of Monaco for round 8 of the 2024 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on April 27. The 19-turn, 3.318 km track will see the all-electric cars…


  • Bota Systems unveils lightweight through-hole force-torque sensor for robotics applications

    Bota Systems launched the PixONE, a state-of-the-art through-hole sensor that integrates high-performance electronics within a compact, lightweight design. Designed for seamless integration into robotic systems, PixONE features a through-hole architecture facilitating internal cable routing to enhance robot agility and safety. The PixONE sensor’s innovative hollow shaft design allows it to be seamlessly integrated between the…


  • INSPHERE join Renishaw Channel Partner Programme to provide the Renishaw RCS product series

    INSPHERE Ltd have become the first company to join the Renishaw Channel Partner Programme to specifically provide the Renishaw RCS product series.    RCS products by global engineering technologies company Renishaw®, aim to transform the process of commissioning and servicing industrial automation technologies, expanding INSPHERE’s existing range of robot guidance technologies.  The RCS product line…


  • Emerson’s New Motorized Actuator and Shutoff Valve Solution Improves Safety and Reliability in Combustion Systems

    ASCO Series 148/149 provides safety shutoff service in less than one second for industrial fuel burners, even under extreme conditions. Emerson has introduced the new ASCO™ Series 148/149 safety valve and motorized actuator designed for industrial fuel oil burner recirculation and safety shutoff applications. The new solution provides a reliable, versatile tool for industrial users…


  • Flowfinity offering new solutions to aid integration of IoT in manufacturing

    Flowfinity, a no-code platform, is introducing new solutions to assist smaller manufacturers in maximising uptime and reducing waste by simplifying the integration of IoT and Operational Intelligence. Advancements in smart manufacturing are promoting growth and efficiency within the sector, yet the complexity and cost of deploying a custom solution have historically limited these benefits to…