Industry 4.0 meets 3D printing As a leading provider and user of Industry 4.0 methodologies, Trumpf is transferring its digitalisation solutions to its TruPrint series of 3D printers to optimise additive manufacturing processes.
14 technologies of the next decade – World Economic Forum survey The World Economic Forum surveyed over 800 experts and executives to find out the technology tipping points we will reach by 2030.
Northern light Despite fully embracing Industry 4.0 technologies, doubling turnover within five years, investing more than £2 million in new equipment and recruiting 21 new employees in the past 12 months alone,…
Artificial intelligence talent to be trained at UK universities A new post-graduate artificial intelligence (AI) drive to create high skilled jobs and boost productivity has been announced.
How blockchain can help the manufacturing industry With the applications of Blockchain steadily increasing, Subcon Laser Cutting examines how the technology can be used in the manufacturing industry.
Government urged to invest in 5G to avoid UK economy from buffering Without Government action in 2019, the UK risks a growing digital divide that leaves UK businesses behind – this is according to a CBI report ‘Ready, Set, Connect’.
MTC to help businesses adopt smart manufacturing solutions Experts at the Manufacturing Technology Centre have developed an innovative demonstrator to show businesses how they can grow through the adoption of smart manufacturing technologies and processes.
The benefits of ERP software for SMEs and Industry 4.0 The new CEO of Tricorn Systems, Alasdair Pettigrew, discusses the benefits of ERP software for SMEs and Industry 4.0.
85% of CEOs think AI will change their business in five years – Davos A survey of 1,300+ CEOs from around the world has found 85% of CEOs agree that artificial intelligence (AI) will dramatically change their businesses over the next five years.
Getting connected Unlike CNC lathes and machining centres, where the sights and sounds of machining are visible, EDM, by comparison, is a relatively sedate and hidden process.
À la carte Industry 4.0 solutions “To avoid the possibility of engineers glazing over at the mention of Industry 4.0, there is no better way to describe the potential rewards of the concept than by illustrating…
Sandvik site recognised as Industry 4.0 ‘lighthouse’ The World Economic Forum has officially recognised the Sandvik Coromant production unit in Gimo, Sweden as an advanced Industry 4.0 facility.
Use of 3D printed components at BMW jumps 42% annually The use of 3D printed components at BMW Group is on the rise. Over the last decade alone, the company produced a million parts by this innovative method, and in…
How will smart factories influence the future of manufacturing? With the future of manufacturing expanding the scope of digital solutions, Subcon Laser explains the premise of the smart factory, and the different solutions which will make up the next…
UK risks falling behind in digital revolution without new funding, CBI warns The Government must take urgent action to make the UK match-fit for the digital revolution and ensure businesses can access the digital connectivity they need to thrive. This is according…
December cover story: Making the connection Officially launched at Seco Tools’ recent ‘Inspiration through Innovation’ event in October, Houghton International’s new FluidTrend software takes Industry 4.0 principles and applies them to metal processing fluids. Dave Tudor…
CNC Robotics: How to use client data to enhance product capability CNC Robotics saw an opportunity to use client data to enhance their product capability. LCR4.0 partners Sensor City collaborated to develop “CNCR-Live” a remote diagnostic technology and cloud based machine…
What is the future of manufacturing? Innovate UK discusses the the future of manufacturing, and how technologies including 3D printing and the Internet of Things (IoT) will play a part in product design and production engineering.
New appointments at Lambert Engineering to tap into industrial digitisation Lambert Engineering, a Yorkshire manufacturer of intelligent factory automation systems, has launched its new Vision strategy, which will help it double turnover to £50 million by 2025.
£20m digital tech initiative to support 3,000 North West manufacturers Industrial digital technologies (IDT), including robotics, artificial intelligence, 3D printing and the Internet of Things (IoT) that could revolutionise manufacturing processes are the focus of a new £20 million initiative…
£1.5m of new orders gives 30th birthday gift for Mechatronic Solutions A Birmingham automation and smart factory specialist is celebrating its 30th birthday in style after securing a clutch of new contracts wins across aerospace, automotive, food and drink and healthcare.
Swedish electric car company Uniti to open plant at Silverstone Park Uniti Sweden has confirmed plans to establish an electric vehicle ‘pilot production plant’ at high tech business estate Silverstone Park, UK.
Government agrees 5-year funding package for Digital Catapult The UK Government has confirmed its intention to provide a five-year funding package for Digital Catapult.
Cranfield University to take leading research role in automation and AI Cranfield University has announced plans for a leading Professorship in Autonomous Systems and Artificial Intelligence at the University, sponsored by BAE Systems, a technology leader in this field.
