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To reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and minimise their carbon footprint, an increasing number of companies are implementing low-carbon …
Read More »Three emerging technologies that are changing data centres
Neil Ballinger explores the data centre of the future Data centres are expected to use 20% of the word’s energy …
Read More »Refurbished versus second-hand automation parts
Second-hand parts might seem like a great solution, but they come with a variety of risks. Neil Ballinger explains why …
Read More »Know your robot: Three robot types used in manufacturing
Jonathan Wilkins discusses the different types of robots being used to automate manufacturing There is rarely, if ever, a one-size-fits-all …
Read More »Predictive maintenance: Fixing problems before they happen
Neil Ballinger discusses how augmented reality (AR) technology can improve a company’s predictive maintenance programme In the film Minority Report, …
Read More »Is aluminium a viable alternative to copper for cable and wire manufacturers?
Neil Ballinger compares the two metals and explores whether aluminium may now offer a viable alternative The rising commodity price …
Read More »What are the hidden costs of downtime?
Downtime should be actively fought every day, not just in times of global emergencies. That’s why it is of the …
Read More »Recycling electronic devices
Neil Ballinger discusses smartphones and the circular economy What do you do with your old smartphone when you no longer …
Read More »How to improve efficiency in small batch manufacturing
Jonathan Wilkins explores how automation can help manufacturers improve mass customisation We all appreciate that personal touch, whether it is …
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