MachineBuilding.net

Issue No: 221

13th December 2023

 

Manufacturers optimistic of export growth through 2024

Manufacturing output has surged in the last quarter, but orders remain subdued, suggesting that businesses are stockpiling – the first time we have seen such activity since the spectre of a ‘no deal’ Brexit in 2019. Given that domestic orders are flat, while export orders are starting to grow, BDO suggests the output growth could be indicative of manufacturers gearing up for increased export levels through 2024. Certainly, manufacturers are forecasting a stronger start to next year, with demanding remaining strong from the EU for UK goods. Richard Austin, head of manufacturing at BDO, said: “Firms are ending the year on a relatively stable footing with some certainty at least in the tax environment to support their long-term investments in the UK. The hope now is that the sector can pick up the baton and drive growth.”

With best regards

Mark Simms, Editor
editor@machinebuilding.net

 

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EDITORS CHOICE

Understanding safety and security for the protection of human and machine

How do you master employee protection, liability protection, productivity and data protection? How do you increase your quality and simultaneously prevent manipulation on your machines? How do you protect your data and employees in equal measure? Pilz is hosting a free webinar on 15 December, 9:30-10:30 am, to address just these questions.

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Understanding safety and security for the protection of human and machine

 

PPMA re-brand puts automation at the heart of UK manufacturing

The PPMA Group of Associations has re-branded and has changed its name to AutomateUK to better represent the needs of its membership and their end user customers in the ever-changing manufacturing landscape.

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PPMA re-brand puts automation at the heart of UK manufacturing

 

Beckhoff UK and HepcoMotion’s mechatronics showcase takes centre stage

Automation technology specialist Beckhoff UK, in collaboration with leading manufacturer of linear motion systems, HepcoMotion, hosted a mechatronics showcase at MK7, the home of Oracle Red Bull Racing in Milton Keynes, with several innovations from both companies on display, as well as a brand-new product reveal – the GFX-r guidance system.

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Beckhoff UK and HepcoMotion’s mechatronics showcase takes centre stage

 

CASE STUDIES, NEW PRODUCTS & NEWS

Pilz CMSE training in high demand, as 10,000th graduate qualifies

With the CMSE qualification (Certified Machinery Safety Expert), Pilz created a completely new training programme for machinery safety in 2013. After a decade Pilz is now proud to congratulate the 10,000th graduate to successfully complete the CMSE examination.

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Pilz CMSE training in high demand, as 10,000th graduate qualifies

 

Key enablers for boosting machine performance

Motors, drives and PLCs are all key enablers for success when it comes to boosting machine performance, as Johann Arndt, global product line manager for automation at ABB Drives, explains.

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Key enablers for boosting machine performance

 

Schaeffler and Ewellix thrive at Machine Building 2023

The first ever MachineBuilding.Live exhibition took place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham in October. The day was a successful one for Schaeffler UK and Ewellix UK, both part of the Schaeffler Group.

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Schaeffler and Ewellix thrive at Machine Building 2023

 

Ready to go – your supply chain shouldn’t let you down

With unprecedented rising costs and global component shortages, Rittal understands your needs. Rittal is committed to providing you with reliable solutions that meet your demands, while ensuring a hassle-free experience.

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Ready to go – your supply chain shouldn’t let you down

 

AI-driven, cost-saving machine design optimisation app makes work fun

By harnessing AI, the new igusGO app developed by igus shows how to optimise the design of over 450 applications in just a few seconds.

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AI-driven, cost-saving machine design optimisation app makes work fun

 

Key apps enable machine builders to become service providers

The machine builder of the future is a service provider. It’s essential to optimise your service offerings in the coming years, so your customers will see you as a valuable partner throughout the entire lifecycle of your machines. The new IXON Marketplace offers over 25 apps that can help you to step up your service game.

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Key apps enable machine builders to become service providers

 

Scalable performance in automation system

With Lenze’s new generation of controllers, machine builders can swiftly enhance the performance in their automation landscape. The new controllers are a key component of Lenze’s open automation system and enable the connection of Information Technology (IT) and Operation Technology (OT).

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Scalable performance in automation system

 

Safety brake features new patented friction system

KEB Automation is expanding its product portfolio with the new COMBISTOP S1 spring-applied brake. The holding brake has a new, patented friction system which delivers significantly higher braking torque, which corresponds to the level of permanent magnet brakes.

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Safety brake features new patented friction system

 

EVENTS AND COURSES

Food Manufacturing Live – May 1st 2024 – National Motorcycle Museum

Specialist engineering publisher and exhibition organiser The Engineering Network (TEN) has just announced an all-new event for suppliers of engineering solutions to the food and drink manufacturing sector, Food Manufacturing Live.

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Food Manufacturing Live – May 1st 2024 – National Motorcycle Museum

 

 

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