GLOBAL PROVIDER of electrical interconnection, automation and interface technology, WAGO is celebrating its 75th anniversary of providing engineering innovation and trusted connections.

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EMERSON HAS helped Rompetrol Rafinare reduce distributed control system (DCS) alarm volumes by more than 95% using DeltaV AgileOps operations management software at its Petromidia refinery in Navodari, Romania.

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DAVID STRAIN explores how a scientific approach to gear forces and contact mechanics can reduce energy use and extend equipment life while helping operators cut emissions from existing machinery.

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HYUNDAI MOTOR Company integrated Atlas, an advanced humanoid robot developed by Boston Dynamics, into FIFA World Cup 2026 during the Round of 16 match at New York/New Jersey Stadium. As the Official Robotics Partner of the tournament, Hyundai Motor delivered the first-ever robotics-powered halftime activation on football's biggest stage, bringing advanced robotics technology to a live global audience.

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ACHIEVING THE best automation solution is not always about selecting the newest technology. In many cases, significant performance gains and cost savings can be achieved by choosing the most appropriate sensor technology for the application, as Mark Weymouth points out

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MARTIN WEGROSTEK looks at why passkeys are becoming essential for manufacturing and engineering.

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Krzysztof Kubosz looks at three major trends shaping the future of industrial data management

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DRAWING ON expert interviews conducted as part of the UK Government’s Post-Implementation Review of the Ecodesign Regulations for Electric Motors and Variable Speed Drives, Thomas Marks outlines why an automatic motor upgrade might be missing the point, and explains the alternative options

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Ross Turnbull explains why precise, reliable signals are essential for accurate digital twins

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A £1.1 billion plan to boost Britain’s ability to develop, deploy and scale AI technologies and chips has been unveiled by the Technology Secretary Liz Kendall at London Tech Week. The move backs the next generation of British chip companies to support growth and jobs, strengthen national security, and boost the UK’s competitiveness.

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DAVE WALSHA outlines why motion system reliability is critical for lights-out production

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ABB’S NEW report, The Industrial Efficiency Gap, shows how high-efficiency industrial motors and generators can unlock one of the largest untapped opportunities to save energy, cut costs and reduce emissions in global industry.

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ROCKWELL AUTOMATION has revealed the UK findings of its 11th annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report. The study, based on feedback from more than 1500 manufacturing leaders globally, highlights a clear shift in how UK manufacturers are approaching digital transformation.

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FACTORY AUTOMATION expert, FANUC UK will highlight the benefits of collaboration at this year's Smart Factory Expo by showcasing the latest robotics innovations in conjunction with THREE of its system integrator partners.

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AS MANUFACTURING environments become increasingly complex, packaging operations are under growing pressure to improve throughput, maximise efficiency and remain agile as SKUs, packaging materials and case sizes continue to evolve.

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THE MAKE UK Executive Survey 2026 finds that 68% of manufacturers plan to increase investment in new product development, reflecting the wider pressures shaping advanced manufacturing today. Customers now expect faster, more deliverable solutions despite rising operational costs, supply chain uncertainties, and growing sustainability demands.

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THE UK automotive sector is facing a convergence of challenges, including cyber threats, energy costs, export tariffs and taxation pressures, as well as major structural transformation driven by electrification and increasingly fragmented supply chains. For many automotive manufacturers, existing technologies, current workforce readiness and data management tools are not equipped to deal with these threats.

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SENSOR SPECIALIST, SICK has supplied bespoke machinery safety solutions company Safety Systems Technology with its Flexi Soft programmable modular safety controller to create one of the largest span configurable safety projects in the UK.

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CHRIS JOHNSON, explains why bearings can become critical points of failure and why embedding proactive maintenance strategies is essential for operational resilience.

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Phil Brown looks at how strategic investments in reliable inspection equipment and time-saving digital tools can break the production food waste cycle

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