Industrial image processing places high demands on precision and reliability, even under difficult conditions. IDS Imaging Development Systems is therefore expanding its portfolio of cost-optimised project cameras from the GigE uEye LE series Sony Starvis 2 sensors from the end of June 2025. These deliver impressive image quality even in low ambient light.

SICK appeared at Smart Factory Expo 2025 in Birmingham (4-5 June) showcasing a range of intelligent solutions designed to assist businesses with digital transformation, including the new SIG300 intelligent IO-Link Master, IO-Link Wireless Gateway, the TDC-X next-generation telematic data collector and a smart compressed air solution.

For four decades, FB Chain has been a pivotal force in enhancing conveyor performance worldwide. The UK-based company has cultivated a reputation for technical leadership, a customer-centric approach, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability, establishing itself as a trusted partner in global manufacturing sectors.

Procter Machine Safety has released the third edition of its popular white paper on ISO 14120, the international standard for the design and manufacture of machine guards. Available as a free download, the updated guide will benefit designers, specifiers, production engineers, maintenance professionals, and health and safety managers.

WEG has announced the first phase of investments of approximately EUR 4 million to expand the production capacity of low-voltage motors in the Lissone region, Italy.

Micro-Epsilon has extended its non-contact laser distance sensor portfolio with a low cost unit that is even more robust and compact than its predecessor measuring distances up to 60 m with a resolution of 1 mm and is repeatable to < 3 mm. The advanced IO-Link interface provides simplified setup and minimal wiring for the user.xtagstartz/p>

Power Jacks has launched the new POWERAM electric linear actuator range designed to enable engineers to quickly and easily automate a manual system, transition to electro-mechanical linear motion from hydraulics and upgrade screw jack systems.

In a new whitepaper, ABB has set out the scale of the challenge facing the global industrial sector and emphasises the critical role of industrial energy efficiency in meeting rising energy demand while strengthening energy security and affordability and driving industrial competitiveness.

In the food, beverage and packaging industries, space for conveyor systems is limited. A Swedish machine manufacturer uses the advantages of drive technology from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS to realise a compact design with reduced drive variants for chain conveyors.

Precision drive system manufacturer maxon is exhibiting at Manufacturing Solutions Ireland on 11 and 12 June, taking place at Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Coonagh Cross Campus, in Limerick. On Stand G33, maxon will present its high-performance DC and brushless DC motors (BLDC), as well as complete drive systems including motion control.