Riding in a remotely monitored open sleigh

On a cold Christmas Eve, the wind started to howl, and children slept in their beds as snow fell to the ground. Then, a jingle of bells and a loud “Ho, ho, ho!” Santa was here for his big Christmas…

Autonomous firefighting drones market valued at US$ 8,980.2 million

The global autonomous firefighting drone market will reach a valuation of US$ 1,916.8 million in 2023 and is expected to progress at a CAGR of 16.7% to reach US$ 8,980.2 million by the end of 2033. According to estimates from…

Moxa introduces IIoT Gateways that simplify remote data transfer

Digital transformation and sustainability are two essential goals for businesses today. Energy companies, for example, need a reliable and efficient system to seamlessly transmit real-time data from remote edge devices to cloud applications. Moxa’s newly launched AIG-100 Series includes best-in-class…

Manufacturers accelerating productivity gains with digital technologies

Britain’s manufacturers are accelerating their investment in digital technologies as the fourth industrial revolution gathers pace, driving increased productivity, creating greater demand for higher level skills, and improving their energy efficiency, according to a report published by Make UK and…

High speed with the new delta robot from KUKA for even more productivity

The KUKA Hygienic Oil (HO) portfolio is expanding: the new KR 3 D1200 performs various pick-and-place tasks at previously unattainable speeds. With maximum precision, it now moves up to 6kg of food, medicine or electronic parts. Large workspace, little room Although the KR 3…

KUKA Innovation Award 2022: ‘Robotics in Healthcare Challenge’ winner announced

Five teams presented their ideas for the healthcare of the future to a trade fair audience from all over the world directly at the KUKA booth at the medical trade fair, MEDICA. An international jury of experts then selected the winner of the innovation…

Data-driven smart farming in remote areas

Astrocast and Avirtech announce a smart farming partnership. Astrocast is providing Avirtech with Satellite IoT (SatIoT) connectivity solutions for its BIOTA intelligent farm control system. This includes integrating its technology into Avirtech’s Avirlink – this enables plantation owners to make…

42% of manufacturers in the UK endured a cyber incident in last 12 months

According to data presented by Atlas VPN, 42% of manufacturers in the UK have been victims of cybercrime within the past year.  Luckily, the vast majority (74%) stated that the cyber security measures in place prevented any commercial damage.  However,…

Exotec builds 4,000th robot as UK and global expansion accelerates

Exotec, a global warehouse robotics provider, has completed production of its 4,000th robot. This will help further accelerate the industrial unicorn’s growth in the UK, Europe and internationally, and provides a powerful endorsement of the company’s successes in 2022. This…

Traceability 4.0: The fundamental element of global manufacturing

The manufacturing industry is moving at a fast pace, and it is hard for producers to keep up with the continuous need for change caused by new regulations, counterfeit operations, and individualised consumer needs. Traceability is vital for protecting your…