In the world of precision engineering, the need for a reliable reciprocating linear motion is constant. From cable winding and textile machinery to automated packaging, a smooth back-and-forth movement is critical. Traditionally, this has been achieved through complex mechanical linkages or by reversing a motor's direction of rotation. However, ABSSAC offers a far more elegant solution: the self-reversing screw.

According to Motec, the selection and design of drive systems has been significantly simplified with the development of a new online drive configurator, KeDrive, by Keba Industrial Automation. Motec is the authorised UK agents for Keba.

Regal Rexnord will be exhibiting at drinktec 2025. Visitors will discover how Regal Rexnord delivers end-to-end value for beverage producers, with integrated solutions, predictive services, and trusted technologies that boost productivity, reduce costs and drive sustainable performance.

This August, power quality specialist CP Automation celebrates 20 years since opening its doors. Over the years, it has grown from humble beginnings in a Hull warehouse to becoming a trusted partner across the globe for automation, drives and power quality solutions - and here's the major milestones so far.

Schneider Electric has placed first in the 2025 Gartner Top 25 Supply Chain for the third consecutive year.

When Manchester Bloodbikes' essential motorcycle tyre changing machine needed a repair, ABSSAC not only supplied the necessary parts, but also enhanced the original design by using trapezoidal threads instead of standard threaded bar.

Charter Controls announces the official introduction of Connectwell DIN Rail Terminals to its portfolio. As the exclusive UK agent, Charter Controls now offers next-day delivery from UK stock on Connectwell's acclaimed CP and CY terminal block ranges, alongside the CLM011 Laser Tag Printer.

Regal Rexnord Corporation has joined forces with automation leader ABB Robotics to simplify integration of its GoFa cobots into 7th Axis Cobot Transfer Units (CTUs) from Thomson, one of Regal Rexnord's linear motion brands.

ERIKS has taken a great step forward in supporting both employee development and customer training with the opening of the newly refurbished multimedia training suite at its Fulfilment Centre of Expertise site in Oldbury in the West Midlands. The suite represents a significant investment in new audio-visual (AV) equipment which will be used to supercharge both team skills and knowledge share with customers.

Just over one month after the release of the Government's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan, Professor Mike Wilson, Chief Automation Officer and co-founder of the West Midlands Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) Cluster, reflects on how significant funding commitments should be allocated to shape the future of UK industry.