Simmatic Automation will be premiering VMECA’s NEW vertical MV15 Series Magic Grippers at Automation UK. 20th -21st June 2023 at CBS Arena Coventry. These innovative NEW Magic Grippers with their compact design and closer mounting centres maximise the surface area for vacuum handling. You can watch them in action on Simmatic’s exhibition stand A18 Key […]

If the designers and project managers in mechanical engineering are asked, there are primarily four things that count when selecting parts: function, quality, safety and costs (and occasionally availability too). With the new PROmesh B8 industrial switch, a high performance and reliable switch has arrived on the market, which addresses the price and performance-savvy market […]

Standardised hardware and the ability to work with the industry leading control architectures makes Festo stepper and servo drives, remote I/O and valve terminals a natural choice for machine manufacturers and end-users. Being able to keep 90% of the field level hardware the same and either simply select the preferred bus system through software, dip […]

The UK has a strong and proud manufacturing history and, for a small nation, has long punched above its weight on the global stage. Today, the UK remains the ninth largest manufacturing nation in the world, with a £183bn output[1]. But our seat at the top table is looking precarious as a result of our […]

Linear automation systems are designed to be efficient and cost effective. Ensuring that linear rails and guides are specified and set up correctly is a critical part of facilitating the best output levels and reducing undesirable negatives such as friction, noise and reduced performance. We’ve outlined below some of the ways in which you can avoid costly […]

Piab Group has acquired COVAL, a major global player in vacuum automation components and systems. With more than 35 years of history, COVAL adds a solid portfolio of premium products, highly experienced and skilled employees, a strong brand known for the highest quality standards, and many new customers to Piab Group. Through the acquisition, Piab […]

Piab Group has entered into an agreement to acquire IB Verfahrens- und Anlagentechnik GmbH & Co. KG. IB develops and builds customer-specific, turnkey systems for filling, emptying, metering, and conveying bulk materials. IB is also a well-known partner in the additive manufacturing industry, where they provide ultra-sonic sieving and reclaim machines.   The IB product […]

According to ONS data[1], almost one fifth of all workers in the UK manufacturing industry is aged 55 or over. Less than 10% are aged between 16 and 24. Over the next decade, 20% of the workforce will retire, taking with them years of engineering and manufacturing expertise. If UK manufacturing is to remain internationally […]

Your linear motion system is likely to be the kingpin of your processing plant – whether you’re using a linear actuator within your gantry robot system, in semiconductor manufacture or in your packaging process, we can guarantee that it’s a critical component in keeping your business running. Choosing the right linear motion system for the […]