A balanced guide to Machinery Safety

There are various guides to machinery safety legislation which tend to present a distorted view of the requirements of that legislation. This handbook is an attempt to provide a balanced guide to the subject. The handbook uses examples, graphics and photographs, and also provides a useful commentary to explain less obvious points.   The information […]

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Mitsubishi Industrial Automation News Updates

  JULY 2016   Mitsubishi Electric UK produces a free monthly news update informing users of new products, applications and helpful information regarding selection, applications, customer events and products from the world of Mitsubishi automation technology. The subscription is free and without any obligations for you. You can cancel at any time. News – Mitsubishi […]

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How selecting the right drive brings long-term benefits

ABB has produced a technical guide to help users select the correct micro drive from the ACS 55, ACS150, ACS355 and ACS 310 Series.  Correctly selected and tuned motor control works better in applications and ensures correct operation in abnormal situations.   There might be different external and internal conditions that need to be considered […]

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How do I convince top managers to start a Lean programme?

Manufacturers’ organisation, EEF, has launched a free new video designed to help innovative staff and managers sell the concept of Lean to their senior management team.   World-class technique Lean is a world-class technique, already used extensively by industry heavy-weights, that transforms businesses through a process of continuous improvement that cuts out waste and encourages […]

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