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
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
From reshaping perceptions of manufacturing to accelerating automation and skills development, the MTA’s new president Stewart Lane outlines a positive vision for a more competitive and resilient sector
A long-serving Scout hall in Saffron Walden has undergone a much-needed safety upgrade, with a new galvanised fire escape installed to replace its ageing 50-year-old staircase
In high-demand materials-handling operations, structural failures, flow blockages and unplanned shutdowns can bring production to a standstill. By applying advanced modelling, digital twins and predictive acoustic analysis, IDECO is helping operators resolve complex mechanical issues and keep bulk-handling equipment running safely and efficiently, explains Laura Villa.
With shipping routes lengthening and terminals turning to advanced automation to stay efficient, the performance of core mechanical components is under new scrutiny. Among the most vital are bearings, which play a crucial role in keeping port operations resilient, says Chris Johnson.
Industrial sites face increasing pressure to maintain safe, efficient access points in challenging weather conditions. Designed to withstand high wind loads while minimising heat loss and improving traffic flow, modern high-speed rolling doors are helping businesses maintain productivity while ensuring a safe working environment
With non-commodity charges are set to make up an ever larger share of business energy bills, a new analysis tool aims to shed light on the rising policy and network charges that will shape budgets over the coming years
Whitecroft Lighting has taken a proactive step by voluntarily adopting the EU’s enhanced Radio Equipment Directive (RED) cybersecurity requirements in the UK – strengthening protection for intelligent lighting networks and future-proofing its systems against emerging digital threats
Transitioning from gas to grid offers not only lower emissions but greater operational control and long-term resilience, says Etienne Fourie
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