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Apex Dynamics delivers quality, low backlash and accuracy for Reekie Machining

Apex Dynamics delivers quality, low backlash and accuracy for Reekie Machining

Apex Dynamics has delivered the quality, accuracy and low backlash required by Reekie Machining for an adjustable modular machine used for in-situ milling and machining. The project used planetary gearboxes and a rack and pinion system from gearbox specialist Apex Dynamics to create a CNC machine capable of high precision operation across a large area.

6th May 2026

Parker and SKF partner with Rubix uptime index

Parker and SKF partner with Rubix uptime index

Rubix has announced that Parker Hannifin and SKF are joining the Uptime Index as official partners, supporting the initiative that tracks the health of European manufacturing.

5th May 2026

New WITTENSTEIN website enhances customer experience and decision support

New WITTENSTEIN website enhances customer experience and decision support

The WITTENSTEIN group has unveiled its new global website - a platform that delivers a clear, cohesive and internationally consistent presentation of the group's full portfolio, designed to better support customers at every stage of their decision making process.

5th May 2026

Rollon to address the toughest performance challenges at Advanced Factories 2026

Rollon to address the toughest performance challenges at Advanced Factories 2026

As manufacturers face increasing demands for speed, precision and reliability, Rollon will showcase how engineered motion systems are solving key industrial automation challenges at Advanced Factories, drawing on recent projects involving heavy robotic handling, high-speed palletising and battery cell production.

5th May 2026

Rodriguez partners with Thomson for linear motion range

Rodriguez partners with Thomson for linear motion range

Leading engineering distributor R. A. Rodriguez (UK) has expanded its linear technology offering by partnering with Thomson Industries (a Regal Rexnord Brand). Thomson specialises in linear motion technology, including ball screws, electric linear actuators and guide rails.

28th April 2026

Compact motion control solutions for future-ready packaging

Compact motion control solutions for future-ready packaging

At Interpack 2026, Lenze will demonstrate how increasing complexity in packaging machinery can be mastered with well-engineered drive solutions, intelligent electrification, and engineering tools that place speed and simplicity at the forefront.

28th April 2026

Siemens and Humanoid bring Physical AI to the factory floor

Siemens and Humanoid bring Physical AI to the factory floor

Siemens and Humanoid have announced a landmark milestone in the journey to bring physical AI from vision to industrial reality. Humanoid's HMND 01 wheeled Alpha humanoid robot, built using the NVIDIA physical AI stack, has been successfully tested in operations at Siemens' electronics factory in Erlangen, Germany, performing autonomous logistics tasks.

27th April 2026

German court rules in favour of Teradyne Robotics

German court rules in favour of Teradyne Robotics

In February, Teradyne Robotics, a subsidiary of Teradyne, took legal action in Germany against Elite Robots' German subsidiary, Elite Robots Deutschland (Elite Robots Germany) for copyright infringement of Universal Robots' software. Now, the Regional Court of Hamburg has issued a preliminary injunction against Elite Robots Germany.

27th April 2026

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