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Engineers urged to properly specify and maintain drive technology to maximise efficiency

Engineers urged to properly specify and maintain drive technology to maximise efficiency

As the manufacturing industry continues its evolution towards smarter, greener and more efficient processes, norelem urges engineers and plant managers to check that their drive technology is fit for purpose.

Travel uncertainty and consumer demand drives inward investment for UK manufacturers

Travel uncertainty and consumer demand drives inward investment for UK manufacturers

Following the publication of the latest UK Manufacturing PMI, Ginni Cooper, Partner at MHA, believes increased consumer spending and inward investment continues to propel demand but warns that lingering supply chain issues pose a significant threat to its longevity.

Calling all machine builders! The implications of Brexit explained

Calling all machine builders! The implications of Brexit explained

In last month’s column, DPA’s Assistant Editor, Sophia Bell, spoke about how manufacturers have had to change their business practices as a result of Brexit. I know you’re all probably a little tired of Brexit talk, but an interesting white paper crossed my desk earlier and I wanted to share it with you. (Feel free to stop reading here, I promise I won’t be offended…)

New Ecodesign Regulation and the documentation requirements for motors and drives

New Ecodesign Regulation and the documentation requirements for motors and drives

Hold Tech Files is reminding machine builders that on July 1st a new European Ecodesign Regulation comes into force.

Understanding the different gear technology choices

Understanding the different gear technology choices

Despite being responsible for gear selection, engineers and plant operators are often not experts in gear technology. Plus, the information that is out there is not always clear or correct.

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