One of the fastest-growing developments in the world of technology has been that of 3D printing. It is the process of depositing successive layers of material (e.g. plastic, metal, wax etc.) in a 3D ... more

Series 45 pushbuttons. Long lasting, attractive and rugged
	EAO’s Series 45 pushbuttons combine rugged construction with an attractive design – whether flush or raised mounted. Thanks to IP69K protection, penetration by dust and liquids is prevented even ... more

Cannon tech gives down time the brush off
	When designing a modular Data Centre, Cannon Technologies are well-aware of the many considerations present to maintain the optimum environment for technology to function at its best. As industry ... more

Bombardier Transportation to use 3D printing to streamline production and maintenance of trains and trams
	Stratasys has announced that German-based manufacturer Bombardier Transportation will utilise the large-scale industrial-grade Stratasys F900 3D Printer as part of its operations in the DACH region... more

How a Kawasaki robot helps industry get its bearings
	A leading UK precision plastic moulder has installed a new Kawasaki robot to aid production – and, unusually, has chosen to install and commission the unit itself, rather than follow the traditional ... more

Adding intelligence to plastics	‘Unsmashable’ guitar created by 3D printing
For six decades igus has been at the forefront of engineering plastic technology, constantly making new products that save machine builders money while improving technical performance. During the ... more	Sandvik has engineered a smash-proof guitar to demonstrate how advanced, precise and sustainable the company’s techniques are. Rock stars have been smashing guitars for decades, few with more ... more

Ace your next display project with PanelPilot

The PanelPilot range from Lascar Electronics is a unique series of smart graphic displays that enable the creation of fully bespoke interfaces without writing a line of code.

The PanelPilot ACE is ... more

Taking an Independent Path: Strategies for Low Risk Sourcing of Components in a Constrained Market
	Direct sourcing of electronic components for the medical device industry used to be pretty simple. An OEM would order direct from the manufacturer or through authorised distributors to obtain any ... more

Smart electronics: Reliable and affordable from idea to volume production with Screvle
	Many smart, connected systems, e.g. for Internet-of-Things applications, experience problems with electronics design and production. With its innovative approach, Screvle in Rotselaar, Belgium, ... more

Siemens joins forces with Teesside University to use Fibersim as a teaching tool for composite design
	There is a growing popularity for using advanced composite materials in all areas of engineering, including automotive and aerospace engineering, which means that universities are keen to understand ... more

The Impact of Technology on the UK Property Sector
	Advances in technology have revolutionised every sector, including property. From VR property tours to instant online bank transfers, there have been huge improvements in the industry because of ... more

Building a restaurant garden
	It is said that one eats not only with its mouth, but also with his eyes. Starting a restaurant can be a combination both a complicated and wonderful adventure. With a restaurant garden, you will be ... more

How the pyramids can help modern engineers
	Of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, only one remains to this day. The Temple of Artemis was destroyed for the final time back in 401 AD; the Statue of Zeus at Olympia was taken by fire; the ... more