Omron joins Open Serialisation Comms Standard working group

Omron Electronics has joined the OPC group Open Serialisation Communication Standard (Open SCS) with the goal to standardise the communication interfaces between the different solution providers who provide solutions for the various global serialisation requirements.   To fight the immense market of counterfeit products and to enhance patient safety, several initiatives and legislation are in […]

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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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How to reduce cost of ownership for pumping applications

  Schneider Electric has published a white paper outlining key steps for reducing TCO in pumping systems   Electricity usage costs are an ever-present factor in the total cost of ownership (TCO) for industrial pumping systems, and energy costs represents 40% of the TCO of a typical pump. It is possible to reduce the electrical […]

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MX4 Energy offers a software solution to energy monitoring

    MX4 Energy offers a software solution to energy monitoring.   Energy management continues to be a challenge, whether for manufacturing, commercial or social facilities, but in order to manage it, you must first monitor it. Produced by Mitsubishi Electric, MX4 Energy is a comprehensive software solution for energy monitoring in commercial and industrial […]

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EEF offers free diagnostic energy services for manufacturers.

  EEF, the UK manufacturers’ organisation, is offering companies a free diagnostic session to mark the launch of a new service to help manufacturers save money and improve sustainability through carbon and energy management.   EEF’s new Energy Services is a one-stop-shop of specialist sustainability solutions that spans ISO50001 implementation, managed metering services, energy efficiency, […]

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