SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC has released new findings from its global 2026 Industrial AI in CPG Survey, revealing that consumer-packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers expect significant increases in production inefficiencies and cost pressures by 2030. Many are turning to industrial intelligence – the combined power of AI, data and automation – to reinforce competitiveness in a decade of accelerating volatility.

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ON A busy production line, everything depends on timing. Materials must be cut, positioned, and synchronised with absolute precision – often at high speed and under demanding conditions. Behind this coordination lies accurate motion feedback, quietly ensuring that every movement is measured, controlled, and repeatable.

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THE ZERO-cut block for DIN rail cutters optimises the manual cutting of perforated DIN rails by enabling fast and reproducible zero cuts, without any need for time-consuming, repeated measuring.

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LET'S TAKE a deep dive into foot switches in the high-stakes world of industrial automation, which can be the difference between a seamless production run and a costly mechanical failure; where it isn’t just a foot switch, it’s a potentiometer foot switch, durable due the galvanised metal sole being encased in plastic so it doesn’t rust and a hybrid interface designed to bridge that gap with tank-like durability and analogue precision.

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AI-POWERED waste picking company Recycleye – which uses FANUC industrial robots in conjunction with its proprietary AI vision technology – has been acquired by CP Group, a leading designer, manufacturer and integrator of advanced material recovery facilities (MRFs) and automated sorting technologies.

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RS GROUP has announced the appointment of Liam Kettlewell as vice president and general manager of the recently acquired BPX Group.

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OMRON ELECTRONIC Components Europe is scaling product carbon footprint (PCF) reporting across its portfolio, including popular relay and switch lines. The data helps customers strengthen supply-chain auditing and prepare for forthcoming EU Digital Product Passports.

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FARNELL HAS expanded its industrial automation offering with the addition of Lovato Electric’s comprehensive portfolio, including contactors, switch disconnectors, and motor protection relays – all now available for immediate shipping.

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HAI ROBOTICS has officially opened its EMEA Innovation Centre in Hoofddorp, marking a further step in strengthening its presence in the European market and supporting the adoption of flexible warehouse automation solutions. The facility reflects Hai Robotics’ continued investment in the EMEA region, not just in technology, but also in local expertise and long-term customer support.

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FOR COMPANIES that need to increase storage space and optimise their use of manpower, Toyota Material Handling Europe now offers Swarm Automation Storage – a complete automated solution based on the combination of three proven components.

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