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Near-shoring to build supply chain resilienceIt’s interesting, chatting with colleagues, the number of recurring themes that crop up. This week, for example, I’ve spoken to a number of different people who all report that they are growing tomatoes – many for the first time – as a direct response to the UK shortage. And there are parallels in industry where it is becoming ever clearer that the best way to drive up supply chain resilience is to have sources of supply that are much closer to home. Hence the shift in tone voice to something now much more serious and deliberate in the re-shoring and near-shoring debate. It does feel that the tide is turning in what, for many years, was a drive to move production to or source products from the lowest cost locations. With best regards Mark Simms, Editor
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Low-cost molecular diagnostic tests delivered using Festo technologyA new near-patient diagnostic testing system which promises to slash the waiting time for results relies on handling gantries and electric axes from Festo for pipetting and dispensing. |
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Sick develops non-contact linear encoders around flexible product platformSick has expanded its proven, non-contact magnetostrictive linear encoder portfolio with the launch of a versatile product family for wide-ranging industrial applications. The DAX linear encoders precisely determine the absolute position of pistons in hydraulic cylinders, as well as reliably monitoring linear motion in many common industrial machines. |
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What are the design considerations when specifying lead screws?The first in the new ‘Design • Engineer • Build’ series of video podcasts focuses on lead screws – components that are at the heart of countless engineering systems. We talk to Phil Jones at Abssac about the enduring popularity of these essential design products, and the design considerations in their specification. |
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MachineBuilding.Live at the National Motorcycle MuseumA new event is showcasing the products, processes and suppliers that are vital to UK machine builders. Organised by The Engineering Network Ltd and held at the popular National Motorcycle Museum on October 4th 2023, MachineBuilding.Live is being staged exclusively for UK machine builders, systems integrators and OEMs that are keen to automate. |
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CASE STUDIES, NEW PRODUCTS & NEWS
Compact belt conveyor without interfering contours fits the smallest gapsThe GUF-P 2000 belt conveyor, the most versatile belt conveyor series produced by the mk Technology Group, is now available with a compact and powerful 24 V drum motor. Called the GUF-P 2000 CA, it is said to be ideal for integrating into systems without much installation space. |
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Are dispensing robots cheaper than you think?Peter Swanson, managing director of adhesives specialist Intertronics, explains how robotics and automation can support dispensing processes, discusses the costs and identifies opportunities for a healthy return on investment (ROI). |
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Maxon’s Drive Technology Insight 2023After the huge success of its inaugural Drive Technology Insight last year, Maxon is delighted to present its programme for 2023. |
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Understanding how an encoder worksThe experts at British Encoder Products examine the different types of encoders, look at how encoders work, and explore different applications. |
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Elesa is revolutionising the packaging industryMachine change-over-time in production is a key issue affecting the profitable operation of packaging lines and can often present a critical bottleneck. Elesa provided a solution to this problem and has been awarded the German Design Award. |
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IMUs for smart agriculture and construction machinery applicationsJon 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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Belt drives for your applicationNo matter if you need rubber belts for power transmission, polyurethane belts for transportation or special belts for your application, Lenze Selection provides a wide standard range of belts and pulleys from stock. |
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CamdenBoss introduces waterproof plastic enclosures from TakachiNew from CamdenBoss are the Takachi 73, 74, 98 and 99 series waterproof plastic enclosures for handheld or mounted applications in use outdoors. |
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Mechanical power transmission from prime mover split to multiple outputsSplitter gearboxes or multiple power take-offs (PTOs) are available from jbj Techniques in a number of mounting formats with various increasing and decreasing ratios. |
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Robot marketplace makes individual low-cost automation even easierIgus says its RBTX online marketplace, which helps users looking for cost-effective automation solutions, brings over 100 cost-effective automation solutions to your fingertips, and includes new functions and automation feasibility demonstrations. |
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EVENTS AND COURSES
MachineBuilding.Live at the National Motorcycle MuseumA new event is showcasing the products, processes and suppliers that are vital to UK machine builders. Organised by The Engineering Network Ltd and held at the popular National Motorcycle Museum on October 4th 2023, MachineBuilding.Live is being staged exclusively for UK machine builders, systems integrators and OEMs that are keen to automate. |
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