THE RANGE of Hyster XTLG electric lift trucks with integrated lithium-ion batteries has been expanded to offer capacities from 4 to 7 tonnes. The new forklifts provide an alternative to ICE that is practical, powerful, and supported by the global network of Hyster dealers.  [Read More]

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 [Read More]

WORKING FOR a leading global foods business, Hart Door Systems has completed the installation of three of Hart’s door types at a plant in Greater London. [Read More]

PRECISION AND efficiency define modern glass production, but undetected compressed air and gas leaks threaten both. [Read More]

BAKERS BASCO is taking a major step forward in its equipment recovery and misuse prevention programme by introducing a new generation of GPS trackers with geo-fencing capability. [Read More]

ENGINNUITY, THE UK's leading skills body dedicated to closing the skills gap in engineering and manufacturing, is urging the Government to take decisive steps in the Budget to restore the affordability of apprenticeships, or risk reducing growth for good. [Read More]

THE PURPOSE of the emergency stop device is to avert or prevent existing or impending risks to persons or damage to machines as a result of the behaviour of individuals or an unexpected hazardous event. [Read More]

Achieving equivalent forces to hydraulic designs, electric linear actuators are more precise and reliable, and they’re also less expensive to run. When upgrading to an electric linear actuator, accurate sizing of the existing application is crucial to achieve the most efficient and cost-effective specification. [Read More]