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30/11/2021 Mitsubishi introduces CNC programming language for robots Mitsubishi Electric has brought together the previously-disparate fields of CNC and robotic automation together with the new Direct Robot Control for its MELFA range of robots. Rather than programming the robot and CNC separately, the ... » Read More

29/11/2021 Thermal imaging camera with ethernet interface operates without external PC Sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has introduced a thermal imaging camera with ethernet interface and automatic hotspot finder function, enabling the camera to be operated autonomously without a PC for automatic monitoring of hot and cold ... » Read More

26/11/2021 Alfa Laval PlusClean cleaning nozzle claims 100% tank cleaning coverage According to the manufacturer, the PlusClean delivers unprecedented 100% tank cleaning coverage, up to 80% savings in water and cleaning media costs, and no product contamination. The nozzle is meant to be paired with a top-mounted tank ... » Read More

26/11/2021 Vodafone trials self-powered data masts Vodafone has developed self-powered mobile towers and will deploy these across the UK. » Read More

25/11/2021 Water companies could face legal action after investigation launched into ... The Environment Agency (EA) and Ofwat have launched a major investigation into sewage treatment works, after new checks led to water companies admitting that they could be releasing unpermitted sewage discharges into rivers and ... » Read More

25/11/2021 Shell and Baker Hughes to deliver smart oil condition monitoring and equipment ... Shell has launched VitalyX, an intelligent, advanced analytics-based oil condition monitoring and machine health service for the marine sector. » Read More

23/11/2021 Chief nuclear inspector publishes annual review of industry performance The Chief Nuclear Inspector has published a report detailing the performance of Great Britain’s nuclear industry during 2020/21, available via www.is.gd/cufoku. » Read More

23/11/2021 Legrand IP55 trunking for Northern’s largest rail depot Northern Rail’s largest depot at Newton Heath (greater Manchester) has recently undergone a complete renovation to increase the maintenance capacity for the region. The building has been designed to facilitate the efficient maintenance of ... » Read More

19/11/2021 Yokogawa Test & Measurement adds new features to DL950 ScopeCorder Yokogawa Test & Measurement has added further features to its latest DL950 ScopeCorder engineering data recorder, improving its data acquisition capabilities and adding firmware updatable features. » Read More

18/11/2021 Rolls-Royce innovative sliding bearing awarded environmental technology prize The Rolls-Royce business unit Power Systems has developed a sliding bearing for its mtu engines that reduces their fuel consumption by 1%. That achievement has won it the Environmental Technology Prize awarded by the Ministry for the ... » Read More

18/11/2021 Control Freaks joins Mitsubishi Electric’s Drive Solutions Centre network Bringing to the table its expertise in a wide range of industries, Control Freaks has become the latest member of Mitsubishi Electric’s Drive Solutions Centre (DSC) network. The system integrator will be able to expand its support to ... » Read More

18/11/2021 Lubrication-free igus linear belt axis in a hygienic design for clean use in ... Cleaning complex machines and systems in food production leads to longer and therefore expensive downtime. To reduce this workload, igus is launching a ready-to-connect belt axis, designed to meet hygienic standards for the food industry. » Read More

17/11/2021 Incremental and Sensonic join Network Rail on track vibration monitoring trial Network Rail, Incremental and Sensonic have agreed to work in collaboration to develop a new cutting-edge rail monitoring solution, supported by Innovate UK. » Read More

17/11/2021 HVAC carbon emissions remain low boardroom priority for energy-intensive ... The carbon emissions of HVAC systems in energy-intensive manufacturing industries are seen as a top priority by only 21% of UK senior management, despite accounting for up to 40% of a site’s energy consumption. » Read More

16/11/2021 Wheeled loading shovels in waste and recycling: HSE safety notice The Health and Safety Executive reminds operators of wheeled loading shovels of the need to fully assess and actively manage the risk of vehicle-pedestrian collisions. There have been nine fatal vehicle-pedestrian collisions in the past ... » Read More

16/11/2021 Combined flow & temperature filter monitoring sensors optimise dairy industry ... Maintaining competitiveness in today’s dairy processing industries depends upon a combination of factors, including the degree of automation, efficiency of production, hygienic design, effective cleaning and, ultimately, food safety. The ... » Read More

15/11/2021 Rolls-Royce announces that funding has been secured for small modular nuclear ... Following a successful equity raise, the Rolls-Royce Small Modular Reactor (SMR) business has today been established, to bring forward and deliver at scale the next generation of low cost, low carbon nuclear power technology. » Read More

15/11/2021 Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering expands Sheffield-based Neilson Hydraulics & Engineering, which produces power units, hydraulic systems and supplies a vast range of hydraulic components, has expanded. » Read More

11/11/2021 Network Rail develops innovative tunnel drill in collaboration with Amey Network Rail has worked with Amey’s rail team to create a new overhead line tunnel drill, the first of its kind, that not only improves operational delivery but the safety of the operatives working at height. » Read More

11/11/2021 Parker launches new process to instrument valve to EEMUA 182 design conformance Parker Hannifin has launched its latest process to instrument valve that fully conforms to EEMUA 182. The new range of EP Series Pro-Bloc valves, manufactured in Barnstaple, Devon has a double block and bleed function and consists of two ... » Read More

10/11/2021 ALARP guide for engineers published A new guide from the Institution of Mechanical Engineers looks to update safety guidance for engineers on how to reduce risks to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP). » Read More

10/11/2021 Europump supports joint industry statement on Machinery Product Directive Europump, the body which represents 16 national pump associations in 12 EU member states as well as Russia, Switzerland, Turkey, and the UK, has recently lent its support to an industry statement relating to the European Machinery ... » Read More

09/11/2021 Seal improves performance of mounted tapered roller bearing SKF has vastly extended the performance, and product life, of its new mounted tapered roller bearing by pairing it with a superior seal. » Read More

09/11/2021 Parker launches new generation of oil condition monitoring technology Parker Hannifin has announced an innovative oil condition monitoring technology that it says will help marine operators reduce downtime, reduce costs, and protect assets. The DIGI Plus has been designed to offer rapid on-site and on-board ... » Read More

09/11/2021 DLM load cells for Catena’s cleanroom client Dynamic Load Monitoring (UK) of Southampton has delivered two load cells to Catena Inspection & Engineering Services Ltd. for use at a nuclear cleanroom site where propulsion systems are developed for the UK’s Ministry of Defence (MOD). » Read More