Features

Harwin makes better connections using Festo automation

Harwin PLC makes high quality connectors for electronics applications. When investing in a new production line for its premium Gecko range, the company chose Festo technology to deliver the high levels of automation and flexibility it needed.

Production oriented fasteners from Challenge Europe

The needs of manufacturing industry can generally be listed under the headings “reliability, speed, quality and cost” in varying order – but whatever the exact balance, design is always at the heart of achieving a successful outcome - as professed by fastener suppliers Challenge Europe.

Optimum level and flow control for food industry processes

Process control equipment used in the food and beverage industry has to operate effectively with a wide variety of fluids, granules and powders.

When and where will Industry 4.0 actually happen?

An evaluation of the current status for realising Industry 4.0 from Chris Evans Marketing & Operations Group Manager at Mitsubishi Electric - Automation Systems Division – UK.

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