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Farnell installs new powered conveyor solution at its Leeds DC

Leeds-based Farnell needed a new powered conveyor system which would integrate with its existing system without interrupting operations

Automating additive manufacturing

DEVELOPING AUTOMATION in additive manufacturing (AM) can optimise in-machine processes to reduce cost per part, reports new product development manager at Renishaw, David Beeby.

Nitrogen generator system upgrade boosts laser cutting production capability for HBH Laser

HBH Laser has enhanced its Kettering facility with the installation of two fibre optic laser cutting machines and an Atlas Copco NGP70+ nitrogen generator. This upgrade enables cutting of non-ferrous materials like brass and copper, offering a faster and cleaner alternative to waterjet cutting

Consistent crane control

ENSURING CRANES operate smoothly, safely and efficiently requires sophisticated motor control systems. Mike Torbitt explains the role that resistors can play in ensuring consistent, efficient crane control.

Smoothing the curve for peak performance

ECOMMERCE FULFILMENT is prone to frequent and often dramatic spikes in demand, and this causes retailers significant challenges in the packing area. How can businesses smooth the curve and cope with these peaks when labour resources are so scarce? Jo Bradley provides some answers.

5-axis productivity flows for Rivercircle

Since the purchase of its first 5-axis machine almost five years ago, Rivercircle been impressed by the efficiency advantages

Choosing the right heat exchanger for anaerobic digestion

In the simplest terms, a heat exchanger is like a radiator, designed to heat (or cool) one material from another. However, a wide variety of types and designs are available, meaning that finding the most suitable type of heat exchanger for your application is not always simple, explains Matt Hale