Machine Building

What you need to know about getting started with CAN-bus

Control Technologies UK has published a new blog post, Getting started with CAN-bus. This provides an excellent introduction to the subject of CAN-bus, particularly for those who are considering using it for the first time.

12th December 2017

HepcoMotion promotes stock availability for HLG products

UK manufacturing is making a positive start to the final quarter despite rising price pressure, the Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) showed. While the market is certainly busy at the moment, many manufacturers are struggling to keep up with the demand and there are well-documented worldwide delivery issues. Linked to low stock holdings, insufficient capacity at suppliers and shortages in raw material, the PMI shows that October was yet another month of lengthening vendor lead times. The rise of factory automation is certainly contributing to the increased demand for linear motion components.

12th December 2017

Innovation from HepcoMotion at Southern Manufacturing

HepcoMotion will be showcasing a selection of its range of linear motion products at Southern Manufacturing on the 6-8 February at FIVE, Farnborough, Hampshire. From track systems for robot automation to complete production lines performing multi-assembly tasks, Hepco's products have been developed to provide designers with a multitude of options. Hepco looks forward to welcoming visitors to its stand (G230).

12th December 2017

Lee Spring Global Flexibility package at Southern Manufacturing

Every year at Farnborough, the Southern Manufacturing Show brings together a wonderful representation of the UK's manufacturing industry - exactly the environment where Lee Spring has been at home for 40 years in the UK and 100 years overall.

12th December 2017

Advantech expands European Service Centre to support growth

Advantech is expanding its European Service Centre in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. Continuous growth in the European Market led Advantech to the plans in 2017 to enlarge both the production, logistic and office facilities that are set to open in January 2018. Next to housing nearly 150 employees, the high-tech building will also serve as a demo site, displaying Advantech's service IOT and Industry 4.0 applications.

12th December 2017

Digital pioneers have chance to scoop £2500 prize

Enterprising students who are pioneering digital innovation will have the chance to win £2500 in a new competition. The Digital Innovation Challenge, which has been organised in association with The University of Manchester, aims to showcase and recognise the capabilities of students in digital innovation.

12th December 2017

Mouser Electronics: Elektra Awards Distributor of the Year 2017

Mouser Electronics has been named Distributor of the Year at the 2017 Elektra Awards. Organised by Electronics Weekly, the Elektra Awards showcase the best innovations, people and companies as judged by an independent panel of experts and are widely regarded as among the very top accolades in the electronics industry. This is the second time for Mouser to receive this top Elektra award.

11th December 2017

Atlas Copco appoints new UK Industrial Air Business Line Manager

Atlas Copco Compressors has announced the appointment of Stef Lievens as business line manager of its Industrial Air division in the UK. Commenting on his new position in the company, Lievens say: "My primary aims are threefold. Firstly, changing the perception of Atlas Copco as just a compressor supplier to one in which we're seen, correctly, as a provider for compressed air and industrial gas solutions including quality air solutions. Secondly, taking on a greater consultancy role within the industry, in which we help to educate air users about the benefits of investing in energy-efficient equipment. Finally, continuing to embrace the unstoppable movement towards big data and the IoT by extending full internet connectivity to the next generation of compressed air systems."

11th December 2017

igus showcases smart innovations at Southern Manufacturing

At Southern Manufacturing, which runs from 6-8 February at FIVE, Farnborough, igus will showcase a wide range of cost-effective, lightweight and maintenance-free bearings and cable management systems for a variety of engineering applications.

11th December 2017

Optimas' Components Division to highlight specialist capability

Attendees at Southern Manufacturing and Electronics 2018 will have the chance to meet with Optimas' Components Division, with the global supplier of c-class components planning a strong presence at the show. Located on Stand C120, Optimas is an unmissable stop for end users looking for standard and specialised components for a wide range of applications.

8th December 2017