TOM CASH explains how engineers can ensure PLCs last for their expected duration.

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Mauro Galano discusses the transformative impact of FactoryTalk Optix on Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) in modern manufacturing

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Chris Knight reports from GDevCON on the vital function that Inputs and Outputs (I/O) communication plays in connecting systems, exchanging data and ensuring efficient automation

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Charlotte Stonestreet sits down with Lee Turner, vice president of product and supplier management at Farnell to discuss trends and challenges in the world of industrial automation and control

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Opened last year, Pfizer’s new high containment production plant is one of the world’s most modern and sustainable, using 40% less energy for environmental control than traditional facilities

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MACHINES USED in the food processing industry must meet a large number of requirements. Besides the demanding conditions under which work is carried out, hygiene and safety play an important role.

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ABB's David Bowers and Roy Tanner explain how ABB automation and measurement technologies are being used at Imperial College London to create new skillsets that will help to achieve cleaner, greener and more efficient industrial processes.

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STEPHEN HAYES explains how control technology can play a key role in solving the UK’s productivity puzzle

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THE TREND toward hyperconverged infrastructures is also overtaking the manufacturing and automation industry. The new Siemens SIMATIC IPC RS-828A servers combine the reliability and quality of rugged industrial PCs with the high performance of data center servers based on AMD Embedded EPYC technology. Compact and with an integrated high-performance cooling system, they are suited for installation in standard control cabinets with depths of 800mm.

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Simon Gass outlines the key application and specification questions engineers should consider when assessing multi axis electric motion control solutions

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With its new 'key-in-pocket' solution, Pilz offers a system for maintenance safety that incorporates the eSIGN LED signal tower from WERMA as a visual display

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With themes such as IIoT and digitalisation dominating the industrial automation sector, Korina Parker explores easy to integrate workable solutions

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STEVE WARD explains how advanced industrial software is helping design engineers enhance the functionality of HMIs, creating flexible and effective solutions to increase operator efficiency and improve plant performance

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Leading manufacturer of confectionery machines, Winkler und Dünnebier Süßwarenmaschinen (WDS) is modularising its machines with control cabinet-free drive technology from Bosch Rexroth

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DENNIS LONG, chief system designer at industrial electric heater manufacturer, Watlow, explores the possibilities of electric process heaters.

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With the help of Thomson Industries, a team of engineering students from Canad's University of Waterloo has prototyped a solution to a problem faced by cane and crutch users worldwide

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GERARD BUCH explains the motion control techniques behind robot end effectors.

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When an OEM selects an automation partner, it’s increasingly important that they ensure the organisation can demonstrate the right credentials across the sustainability spectrum, asserts Gerard Bush

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An industrial bakery has increased product quality and reduced production costs after installing high accuracy ball valves, as Kieran Bennett outlines

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JON BENTLEY, managing director of Mclennan – Tamagawa’s UK distributor for industrial applications, explores smart agriculture and construction machinery applications for Tamagawa Seiki IMUs.

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Workpiece touch probes are essential to series production, tool making and mould making.

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When a Welsh based Steel works required an upgrade of the roller table gearboxes on their casting production line, they turned to Rossi Gearmotors UK. Rossi have an unrivalled experience and reputation in supplying OEMs and end users, within the global metal manufacturing industry. Majority of the world's largest steel producing companies have Rossi products installed on their machinery, in various arduous applications either via OEM equipment or via retrofitting equipment upgrades.

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If you are lost for a solution and can’t find what you are looking for don't worry, TFC will have the solution for you, offering a diverse range of fasteners and fully bespoke products to suit our customers individual needs;

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Series Tru-Trac is an Integrated encoder and measuring wheel with spring-loaded torsion arm all in one package

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Exlar FT Series force tube actuators use a planetary roller screw mounted inside a telescoping tube mechanism. The follower is attached to the moveable force tube,which then extends and retracts as the screw rotates. An external motor (supplied by Exlar or the customer) provides the rotational force.

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Visualisation products provide windows into critical production and process information and enterprise data.

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High Performance, Scalable & Future-Proof

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Large tool kit for automotive work comprising of a comprehensive socket and bit, spanner and precision screwdriver sets.

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Float switches side mount from elobau

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The new line of drive-oriented motion control solutions, particularly tailored for dynamic applications in equipment and system building.

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The ATEX-Compliant embedded controller features a wide operating temperature range, wide DC power input and comprehensive I/O interfaces.

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Short cycle times, consistent parts quality FANUC ROBOSHOT takes state-of-the-art CNC precision technology from turning and milling and applies it to electric injection moulding.

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STOBER has taken some strategic decisions in relation to its fieldbus communication.

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A precise solution for monitoring energy use

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From the smallest to the strongest industrial robot in the world With more than 100 models, FANUC offers the widest range of industrial robots in the world.

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