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Welcoming a new era for UK manufacturing

With major investments in green tech, skills, and public-private partnerships, the MTA is optimistic that Labour’s vision for re-industrialisation will help drive innovation, boost jobs, and secure the UK’s leadership in sustainable manufacturing, says James Selka

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BEP Solutions to accelerate metal surface R&D

Metal surface specialist BEP Surface Technologies has established an R&D consultancy – BEP Solutions – which will address contemporary manufacturing and engineering challenges including around hydrogen and EV battery production

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Maintenance best practice for compressed air

COMPRESSORS ARE the workhorses of many industrial applications, often running continuously in challenging conditions.  Add to this the rising cost of energy and it is vital that compressed air systems operate efficiently. Here are 10 essential steps to maintain and extend the lifespan of your compressed air system – with a handy troubleshooting guide for the most common issues.

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Machine vision accelerates battery production

High speed, precision, and reliability: These are the determining factors for battery production. In order to meet the rapidly growing demand for batteries, companies are developing more and more efficient production processes. The company Laserax has developed a new system in which the welding of battery cells is significantly accelerated using machine vision.

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Back to lifting basics

BERNIE WINTER of LEEA Technical Services looks at the pitfalls that can arise when complacency sets in over lifting equipment operations, maintenance, inspections and competence.

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