In an era where environmental concerns are as pressing as economic ones, the manufacturing sector stands at a crossroads. The industry, historically known for its substantial environmental footprint, is now witnessing a paradigm shift towards sustainability, thanks in no small…
Automation in the chilled food industry
The chilled food industry has long been a cornerstone of the global food supply chain. With the ever-increasing demand for fresh, quality products delivered promptly to consumers, the sector has looked to technological advancements to meet these challenges. Automation, in…
Advanced cybersecurity for cellular IoT devices
u-blox has announced that its LARA-R6 LTE Cat 1 and LARA-L6 LTE Cat 4 cellular module series have become the first in the market to be successfully tested to comply with the RED article 3.3 d/e/f requirements using ETSI EN…
Exploring technologies enabling next generation of Industry 4.0
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has released a new ebook in collaboration with Vishay, analysing the technologies and components supporting the next generation of Industry 4.0 solutions. In The Next Generation of Industry 4.0, Vishay, and Mouser dive deep into the wave…
DigiKey presents Season 3 of Factory Tomorrow
From microgrids to alternative sources of energy, to smart manufacturing systems and beyond, DigiKey is showcasing the cutting-edge solutions that are shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing. Factory Tomorrow Season 3 explores how Panduit and Schneider Electric, in partnership with…
ABB and China Telecom unveil digitalisation and Industrial IoT lab
ABB and China Telecom unveil a joint digitalisation and Industrial IoT laboratory in Hangzhou, China. The collaboration between ABB Measurement & Analytics China Technology Centre and China Telecom’s Internet of Things subsidiary E Surfing IoT will focus on developing end-to-end…
UK urged to relaunch industrial strategy and stop ‘flip flopping’
The UK needs to relaunch an industrial strategy and stop ‘flip flopping’ on initiatives if it is to avoid falling behind on the global stage, manufacturing bosses have warned. The call to action, from Make UK, which represents 20,000 manufacturers…
How to design multi-connectivity tracking systems
Real-time asset tracking and condition monitoring are essential in agricultural operations like livestock management, cold chain warehousing for foods and pharmaceuticals, managing fleets of vehicles, and Industry 4.0 flexible production operations. It is a complex process involving multiple sensors to…
Supply Chain Transformed – Future-Proof Supply Chains (S2, E3)
In season 2 of Supply Chain Transformed, Digi-Key Electronics look at how the world is tackling new and ever-present challenges in global logistics. Recent years have shown how much risk truly exists between point A and B, and in this…
Robot for automating wiring harness manufacturing boosts productivity
Q5D, a manufacturer of wire harness automation equipment for additive manufacturing, has launched its first product, the CY1000. The 5-axis CNC additive manufacturing robotic cell solves the most challenging automation issue: how to automate the addition of electrical connections in…
