Until recently, the Industrial Revolution was largely associated with drastic engineering efforts that transformed Britain’s industry. Two centuries later, we are experiencing another shift in global manufacturing, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Nigel Smith, managing director of industrial robot distributor TM Robotics, explains how Britain can reclaim the robotics revolution with simplified robot programming. [Read More]

Sensing and Instrumentation specialist Baumer has introduced a new range of optical miniature sensors which raise the standard of precisely detecting challenging objects across a wide range of applications. [Read More]

Producer of precision roller and conveyor chains, iwis antriebssysteme has in recent years conducted intensive research into solutions that prolong chain service life, as well as developing its own range of lubricants. [Read More]

For enterprises looking to expand their decentralised infrastructure for digitalised plant and equipment Rittal and Innovo Cloud have a joint offering comprising ready-to-go edge infrastructure, cloud-native platform services and direct high-speed cloud connections to tier-3 data centres in Frankfurt. [Read More]

ABB’s new Food Safe stainless steel motors for food and beverage plants can withstand high pressure cleaning, helping to maintain hygiene standards while reducing downtime. [Read More]

Anybus Edge from HMS Networks is an innovative end-to-end solution for IIoT. Powered by the new HMS Hub, the solution brings true edge intelligence and versatile cloud connectivity to industrial equipment. [Read More]

Leading provider of sensors, Sensata Technologies is featuring its extensive range of pressure sensors and switches for use in boiler, pump and HVAC applications at Sensor + Test. [Read More]

Designed for mounting standard 19” subracks, chassis and front panels, Metcase’s advanced Technomet 19” mini-rack enclosures are now available with a wide range of customisation options. Applications include test and measurement equipment, networking and communications devices, industrial computers and control systems. [Read More]