Features are carefully selected from across the website and magazine, these articles are contributed by a wide range of authors from across the sectors covered by Industrial Plant and Equipment, as well as the editorial team. Addressing the latest topics in terms of technological developments, legislation and industry issues
The British Safety Industry Federation has reported high levels of non-compliance in PPE sourced outside its Registered Safety Supplier Scheme. Testing indicates that technical failures, missing certification, and incorrect marking are combining to create avoidable procurement and safety risks
Smart Manufacturing Week returns to the NEC Birmingham on 3-4 June 2026, uniting Smart Factory Expo, Drives and Controls, Maintec and Design + Engineering Expo in a two-day showcase of the technologies and ideas shaping modern manufacturing
Smart Manufacturing Week 2026 has identified five themes that are key to the future of the sector: Sustainability, Digitalisation, People and Skills, Innovation, and Supply Chain Resilience.
As official show partner for Maintec, Reliabilityweb brings its Certified Reliability Leader programme to the NEC, helping organisations shift from reactive maintenance to a proactive reliability culture
Grace Gilling outlines what visitors can expect from the 2026 edition of Smart Manufacturing Week, the show’s five strategic pillars and spotlights the new features designed to deliver greater value for manufacturers and engineers
