When it comes to retrofit cable protection systems, selecting the right system can help reduce installation time while protecting vulnerable or existing cabling that may be susceptible to damage from a wide range of external factors. Alex Smith identifies some of the areas to consider
Despite the numerous and easily quantifiable advantages that can be gained, when it comes to implementing predictive maintenance, there are still some who have their doubts. Philipp Wallner looks at what lies behind the scepticism and how to overcome it
Heat raising systems are particularly large energy users, but manufacturers of these systems have invested considerable resources into improving existing systems and developing entirely new energy efficient ones, providing greater choice and improved sustainability for customers, writes Etienne Fourie
Digital transformation is changing the traditional methods of machine and production line design, commissioning, and start-up. As a result manufacturers are turning to digital twins and emulation as a tool to research, test and validate their process in a virtual space, before making physical changes to plant layout and workflow
If you are responsible for machinery building and safety, it is vital that you understand how the UK leaving the EU will impact your role. It is also vital that you are aware of what your machinery suppliers should be doing, writes Paul Taylor
With the onshore and offshore wind sector providing an increasing amount of the UK’s energy requirements and contributing to a steadily rising renewable energy percentage, Gary Husband looks at the growing servicing needs, both on- and off-shore
TRADITIONALLY, THE automotive industry has relied on chemical cleaning processes. However, these can be expensive and be environmentally problematic. Maria Laure looks a sustainable and efficient alternative
SPECIALIST in safety engineering and pioneer of the RFID Safety Switch, Euchner has added new Modular and Classic variants to its Multifunctional Gate Box (MGB), which was launched to provide a totally integrated locking and handle solution a number of years ago
THE MANUFACTURING Technologies Association (MTA), which owns and organises the MACH exhibition, continues to work hard to ensure that even in these unprecedented times, the needs of the advanced manufacturing and engineering community are highlighted and discussions on the important issues facing the industry can still take place, albeit virtually.
The last year has seen demand for online deliveries has gone skyward, and retailers have had to adapt rapidly. As a result, automation is becoming fundamental to the warehousing and logistics industry, particularly for online retail products sold in volume
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