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How contrast sensors keep production sweet

In high-speed confectionery production, precision labelling is vital for quality, traceability and efficiency. As manufacturers look to eliminate errors and downtime, smart sensing and automated inspection systems are essential

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Digital Transformation at the Field Level

Rising complexity in process industries is driving demand for digitalisation at the field level, enabling safer operations, real-time insights and more efficient management of assets and resources

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How Robotics and Automation Benefit from 3D Printing

From lightweight grippers to on-demand spare parts, 3D printing is transforming robotics and automation. By enabling rapid prototyping, customised designs, and reduced production costs, additive manufacturing is helping manufacturers boost agility, minimise downtime, and unlock new efficiencies, says Nick Dinges

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Microscopy launches materials innovation for space

MATERIALS DESTINED for space exploration encounter conditions even harsher than those faced in aviation. Extreme thermal cycling, high levels of radiation and the vacuum of space all present challenges that push component reliability to its limits. To guarantee performance in this unforgiving environment, engineers need detailed insights into material structure and composition. Here, Herman Lemmens, sales development director EMEA at Thermo Fisher Scientific examines three areas in which advanced microscopy techniques are helping researchers to evaluate material performance for space applications.

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