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15th November 2023

 

Lack of technical skills could see UK falling further behind on automation

Britain’s manufacturing sector is warning the UK risks falling behind its international rivals in the race to embrace cutting edge technologies such as AI and other game changing automation. Barriers to adopting automation include technical skills, cost and workplace culture. This warning comes from Make UK, which is calling on Government to reform the Apprentice Levy to help expand Britain’s technological skills base, roll out a widely proven scheme to help boost digital adoption by SMEs and, introduce a better approach to the tax system with policies which match the average investment cycle of manufacturers and expected ROI. The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement provides the ideal opportunity for the Government to address the UK’s manufacturing challenges; our collective fingers are crossed.

With best regards

Mark Simms, Editor
mark.simms@itmagazine.uk.com

 

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EDITORS CHOICE

Pilz webinar provides an update on revised ISO 13849

On 24 November at 9:30, the next in the Pilz UK free Machinery Safety webinar series ‘the Machinery Safety Experts’ will be looking at the revised version of ISO 13849-1.

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Pilz webinar provides an update on revised ISO 13849

 

Delta helps to modernise dish antennas used for satellite monitoring

When telecommunications systems developer A4X sought to deploy a standardised, reliable system for automatically tracking satellites with a dish antenna, it turned to Delta.

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Delta helps to modernise dish antennas used for satellite monitoring

 

Oriental Motor (UK) signs distribution deal with OEM Automatic

One of the leading names in motors and drives, Oriental Motor (UK), has signed a distribution deal with Leicester-based OEM Automatic.

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Oriental Motor (UK) signs distribution deal with OEM Automatic

 

CASE STUDIES, NEW PRODUCTS & NEWS

IE5 ultra-premium motor efficiency for explosive environments

ABB has extended its award-winning IE5 SynRM (synchronous reluctance motor) series with a brand-new addition: the IE5 SynRM Increased Safety motor. Customers operating in hazardous area industries can now ensure safety and boost their energy efficiency by deploying motors that offer up to 40 percent lower energy losses compared to commonly used IE3 motors.

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IE5 ultra-premium motor efficiency for explosive environments

 

Intertronics launches adhesive and dispensing technology seminars

In a bid to help grow the adhesives, dispensing, and curing technology knowledge base of British manufacturing companies, Intertonics is offering seminars for customers under the adhere academy brand.

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Intertronics launches adhesive and dispensing technology seminars

 

First additively manufactured e-chain rack from igus

With the readychain p-rack from igus, customers get a custom-made transport and assembly rack even faster – 3D printed in just 36 hours.

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First additively manufactured e-chain rack from igus

 

Enhancing value through integrated robotics

By incorporating Schneider Electric into their ecosystem, integrators can elevate their value proposition during deployment and in the long term. The EcoStruxure suite, a comprehensive and IoT-ready platform, serves as a conduit for holistic, integrated multi-robotics solutions.

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Enhancing value through integrated robotics

 

Servo drives, motors and more for AGV and AMR applications

Recently announced by Applied Motion Products (AMP) and available in the UK and Europe with full support from Mclennan, a new range of 48 VDC brushless DC servo motors with durable 16-bit magnetic encoders and compatible high-current single/dual axis drives are aimed at AGV and AMR applications.

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Servo drives, motors and more for AGV and AMR applications

 

Unlock power excellence with WAGO

Elevate your projects with WAGO’s cutting-edge power supplies – the height of cost-effectiveness, reliability, and seamless integration with connected and smart features. Request your free Eco 2 Power Supply today and experience the next level of innovation.

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Unlock power excellence with WAGO

 

SICK launches Industry 4.0 on-premise data intelligence platform

SICK has launched an Industry 4.0 on-premise data intelligence platform that empowers manufacturing and logistics organisations to optimise their operating performance.

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SICK launches Industry 4.0 on-premise data intelligence platform

 

Encoders from Heidenhain for the elevator industry

Elevators must be safe and comfortable. Encoders from HEIDENHAIN, AMO, and RENCO make this possible. When installed on the main motor, brakes, shaft copying system, and doors, these encoders help the elevator car start gently, stop at just the right height, rapidly open and close its doors, and smoothly speed off again.

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Encoders from Heidenhain for the elevator industry

 

MachineSafe Compliance – Discover the benefits here

MachineSafe is helping OEMs, machinery end-users and consultants make time savings up to 60%. With the company’s one stop platform, you can do the same.

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MachineSafe Compliance – Discover the benefits here

 

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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