A recent fire at a recycling facility in Widnes, Cheshire, believed to have been caused by a damaged lithium battery from a discarded disposable vape, has highlighted the risks associated with improper battery disposal. As lithium-powered devices become increasingly common, understanding how to safely use, store and recycle batteries is more important than ever, explains Neil Oliver [Read More]

ACORN INDUSTRIAL Services, is celebrating following its notable appointment as a Gold Partner for Flender products. [Read More]

SENSOR EXPERTS BAUMER have established a new class of sensors following the introduction of their new upgraded smart 2D profile sensors designed to deliver high quality inspection and positioning performance. [Read More]

FROM PROTOTYPE tool to podium technology, additive manufacturing is becoming a decisive competitive advantage. [Read More]

More than 13,000 sqm already secured as unprecedented market interest puts remaining floorplan locations in high demand [Read More]

RS UK and Ireland has published a new white paper highlighting that many UK data centre operators could be exposing themselves to unnecessary operational risk by underestimating the importance of MRO supply chain strategy. [Read More]

As machinery becomes more advanced, standard components, especially gearboxes, often fall short. Overcoming this challenge demands custom solutions, engineered to meet precise performance needs, says Dave Walsha [Read More]

NEW TARIFF-RATE quotas on steel imports came into force on 1 July, cutting the volume of tariff-free steel that can enter the UK by around 60% compared with the previous safeguard regime. The tariff on imports above quota has also doubled, rising from 25% to 50%. [Read More]