Integrated, decoupled technology points the way forward

26 July, 2019

By James Playdon, engineering and marketing manager mobile integrated solutions, Parker Hannifin.

MGTS increases apprentices for the food & drink industry

11 July, 2019

Midlands based MGTS, the specialist training provider for engineering food maintenance and food process manufacturing industries, has doubled its capacity in delivering apprenticeships for the food & drink industry.

Agriculture industry to create significant hose market growth opportunity

02 July, 2019

In terms of revenue share, the global hydraulic hose market is projected to increase at the CAGR of 5.2% over the forecast period (2018-2027), owing to abundant factors, according to a new report by research and consulting firm Fact.MR.

Choose the correct servo motion control algorithms for your application

07 June, 2019

By Jacob Paso, Delta Computer Systems Inc.

Engineering the future

17 May, 2019

Apprenticeship placements are often associated primarily with manufacturing or engineering disciplines. However, there is of course the potential for these types of schemes to offer major advantages in other areas of an organisation. One company that has successfully adopted this strategy is Derby-based Tidyco, the manufacturer and distributor hydraulic and pneumatic components and assemblies, and provider of hydraulic system design, consultancy and installation services.

Eaton can help to increase efficiencies in wine production

23 April, 2019

The Filtration Division of power management company Eaton showed a wide range of filtration and biotechnology products at the ENOMAQ trade show in Zaragoza, Spain, which was held between 26 February and 1 March.

Rough environmental conditions – Spring couplings from TCP for road construction machinery

09 April, 2019

Torsion Control Products (TCP) has developed a customised coupling configuration for a manufacturer of motor graders for road construction.

Safety through simulation

19 February, 2019

Simulators are a vital tool in modern industry. We see them used in aviation to aid pilots in learning the cockpit controls and controlling airplanes; in medicine to give clinicians greater exposure to highly complex procedures; and even in sports like motor racing to allow drivers to learn every corner of the track. While simulators allow users to hone their particular skillsets, John Curno, regional sales manager at Bosch Rexroth, shows how simulators are being used in the offshore industry to improve safety among the workforce.

Schaeffler engineers bearing solution for vertical lift bridge

18 January, 2019

Schaeffler has engineered and supplied 67 cylindrical roller bearings for one of the busiest and geographically important bridges in The Netherlands.

Apprentice engineer finds his career calling

11 January, 2019

Aged just 18, apprentice engineer Miguel Mari is pursuing his dream job as an inventor and problem solver with Rotech, the designer of feeding and coding systems.

The Mosaic Company enhances decision-making capabilities with modern DCS

19 December, 2018

Our world will have nearly 10 billion mouths to feed by 2050. With this burgeoning population, the agriculture industry has some critical work to do. One way to grow more food and increase the effectiveness of every acre is through fertilisers that can help provide essential nutrients for optimum growth.

Gardner Denver seals the deal with Proseal

23 November, 2018

Gardner Denver has supplied a leading food packaging machine manufacturer with an innovative solution to help ensure it meets required hygiene and safety standards.

The first step towards compressed air efficiency takes just 10 minutes

24 October, 2018

One barrier to energy savings is the perception that assessing the efficiency of an air compressor network is disruptive and time consuming. In this article Stef Lievens, business line manager for Industrial Air at Atlas Copco Compressors UK, argues that, when approached correctly, the process can be efficient, fast and hassle-free.

Monsanto case reaffirms that robotics will shape the future of agrochemicals

11 October, 2018

By Dr Khasha Ghaffarzadeh, research director, IDTechEx.

HepcoMotion creates a series of animations to highlight key product benefits

04 October, 2018

After 20 years, HepcoMotion’s flagship GV3 range is continuing to serve a diverse range of linear and automation applications. With the introduction of new components to the range, and a new product category, Hepco has produced a series of six animations highlighting the major benefits of V Guide technology against ball rail systems.