The global logistics industry, integral to international trade and representing approximately 10% of the world’s GDP, is witnessing a surge in demand. This surge has propelled companies to significantly invest in robotics and automation, with sales of professional service robots…
Get It Made launches 2024 fund to support women in STEM
Get It Made has unveiled its 2024 grant initiative, aimed at fostering the next wave of female talent within the UK engineering sector by advancing female-led organisations. In celebration of International Women’s Day, this initiative seeks to bolster projects spearheaded…
Advantech showcases AI and IIoT solutions for logistics at LogiMAT 2024
At the upcoming LogiMAT 2024 event (Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre, 19-21th March 2024), Advantech is set to showcase its latest advancements in products and solutions tailored for the logistics sector. The focus will be on demonstrating how the company’s Industrial…
Dexory to introduce robotics and AI technology solution into US market
Dexory has announced its first deployment of robotics and artificial intelligence solutions in the United States. The deployment takes place at a major site of DB Schenker in Utah, following Dexory’s early February announcement of its strategic expansion into the…
Introducing the IDEC Safety Wheel Drive (SWD) by ez-Wheel
The IDEC Safety Wheel Drive (SWD) revolutionises the automation of mobile machines, such as Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), by requiring just three safety components for operation: two SWD wheels and a safety laser scanner. This…
World Engineering Day: how IoT is driving sustainability in smart cities
In the quest for sustainable development, the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) within urban infrastructures is revolutionising how cities approach environmental stewardship, resource management, and the overall wellbeing of their inhabitants. As we celebrate World Engineering Day, we…
Multiband cellular antenna for smart meter gateway deployment
The Antenna Company announced customer sampling and availability of its AC97002 multiband cellular antenna designed for ease of installation with indoor smart meter gateways and other IoT applications. The AC97002 antenna highlights the following benefits: In addition, the AC97002 supports…
ABB launches ABB Ability Field Information Manager 3.0
ABB has updated its Ability Field Information Manager (FIM 3.0) software, enhancing connectivity and reach across various communication protocols. This upgrade is designed to improve operational efficiency by enabling system engineers and maintenance teams to configure, commission, diagnose, and maintain…
Certified IoT solutions for hazardous industrial environment deployments
IoT solutions for hazardous industrial environments are transforming high-risk industries like petrochemicals and refineries. The challenges and risks associated with deploying electronic equipment in these volatile zones are significant, but innovative solutions are emerging to address these concerns effectively. IoT…
Did you know that unplanned downtime costs $125,000 per hour?
The recent ‘Value of Reliability’ survey by ABB reveals that over two-thirds of industrial companies encounter unscheduled outages at least monthly, costing an typical business nearly $125,000 per hour. Yet, 21% of these businesses still depend on reactive maintenance strategies.…