Researchers build non-explosive lithium battery
Posted on 12 Sep 2017 by Michael Cruickshank
US researchers have developed a new kind of lithium-ion battery which cannot catch on fire or explode when stressed.
Manufacturing Technologies
Top 10 ways automation could boost your business
Posted on 12 Sep 2017 by The Manufacturer
Clive Hickman, chief executive of the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), and Jeremy Hadall, chief technologist of the MTC, outline the business changes they expect to see over the next five years as a result of automation. Collaborative robots market set to grow: survey
Posted on 7 Sep 2017 by Michael Cruickshank
Manufacturers are increasingly likely to use or buy collaborative robots in their factories according to the results of a new survey.
The business impact of Industrial IoT
Posted on 7 Sep 2017 by The Manufacturer
In this fourth article on the Industrial Internet of Things, Alan Griffiths of Cambashi explores the business reasons behind companies implementing the IIoT. Digital Twins: distilling science from fiction
Posted on 6 Sep 2017 by The Manufacturer
Once the preserve of critical infrastructure or high-value assets such as gas turbines, digital twinning is now a technique coming to a production line near you. Sewbots to replace humans at new US garment factory
Posted on 29 Aug 2017 by Michael Cruickshank
Chinese garment manufacturer, Tianyuan Garments Company has announced that it will build a new automated clothing factory in the United States.
Implanted employees become a reality
Posted on 5 Aug 2017 by Michael Cruickshank
A company in the US appears has taken the unusual step of being one of the first in the world to implant chips in its employees.
World’s first robotic selective plating station developed
Posted on 3 Aug 2017 by Jonny Williamson
SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts UK has developed the first collaborative robotic selective plating station for aviation landing gear manufactured by Safran Landing Systems. Automated procurement technology growing in priority
Posted on 3 Aug 2017 by Jonny Williamson
Procurement managers from manufacturing companies across Europe, the UK and the US have identified the benefits and growing significance of procurement automation technology. Five steps to avoiding IoT project failures
Posted on 28 Jul 2017 by The Manufacturer
The Internet of Things is undoubtedly flavour of the month, but taking your project from initial concept to successful completion isn't straightforward and requires careful planning. Helen Saunders offers five key steps companies should take to minimise the risks to their projects.