Ahead of its launch in January, Defra has published guidance for the third round of the Farming Futures Research and Development Fund competition focusing on agriculture and robotics. In partnership with UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Defra will match-fund projects…
Hackathon drives forward IIoT solutions
The first ever hackathon featuring umati, the connectivity initiative of the mechanical and plant engineering industry, ‘MindSpher’”, the Siemens IoT-as-a-Service solution, and the Digital Industries World e.V., IIoT community was held at the end of September 2022 in Mindelheim. 32…
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…
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…
Wastewater treatment transformed with next-gen automation platform
Schneider Electric, specialist in the digital transformation of energy management and industrial automation, has announced the successful integration of its EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) solution with Royal HaskoningDHV Nereda Process Control Software, for sustainable and cost-effective wastewater treatment technology. Earlier…
Industrial remote access gateway offers easier and secure connectivity
Building on the successful Cosy 131, the latest version is the Cosy+ industrial remote access gateway from Ewon, that incorporates some of the most advanced security technologies in automation devices. Industrial remote access makes it possible for support teams from…
Cyber-attacks threaten manufacturing production
Nearly half of Britain’s manufacturers (42%) have been a victim of cyber-crime over the last 12 months according to new research, Cyber Security: UK manufacturing, published by Make UK and BlackBerry. Over a quarter of respondents (26%) reported substantial financial…
The implementation of robotics within British manufacturing
Technology is rapidly evolving every day and significantly impacts the working world we live. Automation innovations are becoming a popular key topic within multiple industries in Great Britain, including manufacturing with robotics emerging as the solution. Over the past few…
