A Society of Operations Engineers study reveals that 62 per cent of UK manufacturers are preparing for the Industry 4.0 shift, with nearly a quarter already using digitisation and automation. While AI and IoT have drawn much focus, the core components powering these systems are often overlooked. Here, Dave Walsha, director of sales and marketing at EMS, explores the role of motors in driving Industry 4.0.

Rollon announces the launch of the new size 200 for its high-precision TH ball screw-driven linear actuator. This addition expands the existing range and offers new opportunities for designers and engineers requiring greater performance and flexibility in demanding applications.

HMS Networks has introduced the new CAN/FD Repeater Standard under its product brand Ixxat. As a crucial component for network infrastructures, the device solves several complex market challenges such as topology optimisation, signal quality improvement, seamless integration in existing CAN networks, equipment protection by galvanic isolation and many more.

Drive axes in the high-speed range require reliable clutches and couplings - both for overload protection and for the compensation of shaft misalignment. mayr power transmission has developed a weight-optimised aluminium version with the same performance density as the proven ROBA DS steel disk pack coupling.

Kistler is now combining its expertise in modular automation technology with its proven optical quality inspection systems. Under the name Automated Vision Inspection, the company offers its first fully automated turnkey system for the quality inspection of sensitive components.

WDS is proud to introduce Colore, a premium finish, high quality powder coated solution for aluminium and cast-iron products. Designed for maximum durability, aesthetic appeal, and superior performance, Colore offers a vibrant, corrosion-resistant finish that enhances both functionality and style.

Leuze SmartID-Edge enables intelligent identification, linking barcodes with virtual RFID tags to ensure secure, real-time data access at the edge. It offers maximum object and process data transparency thanks to intelligent, secure identification at edge level.

In battery production, high precision is essential to meet the high quality and performance requirements. Battery manufacturers are using inline thickness measurement systems, machine monitoring and 3D surface inspection systems to optimise processes and maximise quality, says Glenn Wedgbrow, Business Development Manager at Micro-Epsilon UK.

In 2023, Mechan Controls first launched the SL4 grabwire safety device, since which time it has seen record interest in this product and been overwhelmed by the feed back. Mechan Controls is not a company that sits still and watch its achievements pass by, constantly innovating its machine safety product ranges and developing new products to be at the forefront of technological advantages.