AS-International and the CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) have announced the formation of a relationship in order to provide a complete open network hierarchy for a wide range of application types. AS-Interface and CC-Link are very complementary technologies. AS-Interface provides a well proven, effective solution at the bottom end of the network hierarchy […]
It is important to ditch urban myths and misconceptions about British manufacturing after recent research showed that three quarters (74%) mistakenly believe that the UK used to manufacture more goods 30 years ago in the 80s than it does today. According to the research from the EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, most people in the […]
The latest IMO i3 controller reduces both equipment costs and integration time when compared to using a PLC and separate HMI. These combination units offer a single, easy to mount unit. The i3 controller series has been expanded to include a larger colour touch screen controller, faster scan rate and a wider operating temperature range. […]
To help with understand the new Machinery Directive, Schneider Electric UK has produced a comprehensive Safe Machinery Guide. The guide covers the main aspects of making machines safe, taking a holistic view of risk assessment, risk reduction, inherently safe design, safeguarding and functional safety. As well as the moral obligation to avoid harming […]
According to the latest CBI Industrial Trends Survey, activity in the UK manufacturing sector remained solid in May 2014, and output is expected to rise strongly in the next three months. Output volumes continued to grow at the same rate as in the previous two months, and with stronger growth anticipated for the coming quarter. […]