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How condition-based monitoring can make your life easier

02/02/2029

With the development of new monitoring technologies and systems, engineers have access to increasing amounts of data and system information. However, we have now reached a point where engineers are overloaded with information, harming productivity. Here, Robert Badcock, CEO of Mantracourt, explains how condition-based monitoring (CBM) technology can detect machine and system abnormalities without overloading your bus with unnecessary data.

Does Gen Z hold the key to solving the UK’s productivity puzzle?

02/02/2029

Digitally native and open to technological progress, Gen Z could be the secret weapon the manufacturing sector needs to harness the power of automation. However, it is incumbent on the industry to make sure the younger generation is turned on to careers in engineering and robotics. Here, we reveal the steps that FANUC UK is taking to capture the attention of these bright young minds in a bid to secure the future of UK manufacturing…

Exploring Britain’s engineering past to power the future

02/02/2029

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of visiting the world-renowned Brooklands Museum. The birthplace of British motorsport and aviation, it has a long and proud history of pioneering great feats of engineering. But whilst it’s important to celebrate the achievements of the past, it’s even more so to nurture the innovations of the future. That’s where Brooklands Innovation Academy (BIA) comes in.

Additive vs traditional manufacturing

02/02/2029

3D printing has revolutionised manufacturing. Where traditional subtractive technologies relied on removing material from a billet or block to obtain the desired shape, 3D printing now offers high throughput and high levels of surface finishing. Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Beckhoff UK, explores why companies need to evaluate what mix of traditional and additive manufacturing makes sense for their business.

Planetary gearboxes: Seven things for mobile robot manufacturers to consider

02/02/2029

Mobile robot manufacturers must consider a range of factors when selecting planetary gearboxes. The global mobile robots market is expanding rapidly and forecasts for mobile robot revenues were recently increased as a result. With such a wealth of opportunities for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), manufacturers providing products that meet customers’ needs will see sales grow.

Latest Features from DPA

How condition-based monitoring can make your life easier

Does Gen Z hold the key to solving the UK’s productivity puzzle?

Exploring Britain’s engineering past to power the future

Additive vs traditional manufacturing

Planetary gearboxes: Seven things for mobile robot manufacturers to consider