A new study from Protolabs and the IMechE has highlighted a rise in confidence among manufacturers, despite the challenges of the last five years from the likes of Brexit and Covid. In particular, almost two thirds say they are either ' very prepared' or 'prepared' for Industry 4.0 and rise of digital processes, and there is now greater belief in their own ability to resolve the digital skills gap by training their own people. The report also noted that the UK has become a leader in high value manufacturing. Highlighting the vital importance of the sector to the economy, Matthew Rooney, head of policy at IMechE called for more government recognition and investment the UK's manufacturing base.
A new study from Protolabs and the IMechE has highlighted a rise in confidence among manufacturers, despite the challenges of the last five years from the likes of Brexit and Covid. In particular, almost two thirds say they are either ' very prepared' or 'prepared' for Industry 4.0 and rise of digital processes, and there is now greater belief in their own ability to resolve the digital skills gap by training their own people. The report also noted that the UK has become a leader in high value manufacturing. Highlighting the vital importance of the sector to the economy, Matthew Rooney, head of policy at IMechE called for more government recognition and investment the UK's manufacturing base.
Robots enhance limb therapy for patients with neurological conditions
Start-up company Human Robotix has developed a robot that can provide assessment and therapy of the wrist, elbow, and ankle, with early results suggesting a positive response for people with conditions such as stroke and cerebral palsy. To provide...
Advanced DC motor design is crucial for space projects
What if we could generate solar power day and night, 365 days a year? A new project sets to find this out with its innovative space-based solar farm concept. Here, Dave Walsha, sales manager at drive system supplier EMS, explores the DC motor...
Reliance Receives Nadcap Accreditation for Chemical Processing (Passivation)
Reliance Precision has recently received Nadcap accreditation for Chemical Processing in relation to its Passivation Process. Nadcap accreditation demonstrates Reliance's ongoing commitment to quality to its customers, especially those in the aerospace and defence industries.
ABSSAC continues to invest as part of the long-term vision of the company and its progressive UK manufacturing goals, most recently with the acquisition of a new ROMI GL250M CNC turning centre. We visited the company at its HQ in Evesham, Worceste
Sensor with touchscreen heralds a future of easy-set-up sensing
SICK is claiming a world first with the W10 – a photoelectric sensor with a touchscreen display. The company says the W10 represents a major step forward in precise detection technology, adaptable for countless industrial automation applications...
Stepper motors are cost- and performance-optimised for OEM applications
Available in NEMA frame sizes 08 through 34, Mclennan’s new MSM series 2-phase, 1.8° stepper motors are aimed at the unique demands of OEM users with stock availability for standard products and fast turnaround for application customisation.
2024 marks the 90th anniversary of STOBER and, here in the UK, the STOBER UK team is celebrating this business milestone in a number of different ways.
Potting and encapsulation are commonly used to protect LED assemblies from shock, vibration, the environment, and for thermal management. Kevin Brownsill, Head of Technical: Learning and Development at adhesives specialist Intertronics, shares...
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