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
Robotic retrofitting offers manufacturers a pragmatic route to higher weld quality, throughput and consistency by automating existing manual stations without wholesale disruption or new builds, marking a logical step toward wider digital adoption on the shop floor, explains Hakan Aydoğdu
As floor space becomes increasingly constrained across workshops and small industrial sites, compressed air system design is shifting toward more integrated, space-efficient solutions that simplify installation while maintaining performance and compliance
Understanding how to define motion requirements, assess power and control needs, and manage installation and changeover is essential for a successful transition from hydraulic cylinders to electromechanical actuators
Combining connected compressor data with cloud-based analytics, emerging monitoring platforms are giving operators clearer visibility of system health, enabling earlier intervention, reduced downtime and more efficient long-term operation.
Lithium-ion batteries are now common across UK workplaces, but their rapid rise has brought a sharp increase in fire incidents. As thermal-runaway events become more widespread, organisations must strengthen their safety practices, update risk assessments and adopt robust controls to protect people, assets and operations
