Automation
Automation risks widening the skills gap without effective training
Wednesday, 15 October 2025

According to World Economic Forum data, 50% of manufacturing tasks will be automated in 2025. Although automation technologies play a key role in any successful production strategy, manufacturers should see these tools as a complement to, rather than a replacement for, staff knowledge and expertise.

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Electrical Technology
element14 powers up with extensive portfolio of new Nexperia products
Wednesday, 08 October 2025

Each year, Nexperia adds about 800 new product types to its range. In 2024, more than 70 new parts for analogue and power management applications alone were released.

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Sustainability
Hydrogen and Helium: Small molecules, big technologies
Wednesday, 01 October 2025

From the natural gas that underpins power generation to the carbon dioxide emissions driving the climate crisis, there is no denying gases have a significant impact on modern life. The two lightest gases - hydrogen and helium - may be made up of small molecules but have a big role to play

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Electrical Technology
element14 enhances wireless connectivity offering with Digi International solutions
Wednesday, 15 October 2025

element14 is now distributing connectivity solutions from Digi International, a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products, services, and solutions.

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Equipment
Thermal Camera with App-enabled functionality
Wednesday, 08 October 2025

Flir has introduced the iXX-Series of next-generation app-enabled thermal cameras that are set to transform inspection tasks across a multitude of asset condition monitoring, building inspection, a

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Equipment
Emerson´s Next-Generation of Industrial PCs
Wednesday, 08 October 2025

Emerson has announced the PACSystems IPC 6010, IPC 7010, and IPC 8010 industrial computing platforms.

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Equipment
Getac’s S510AD laptop blends AI performance with sustainable manufacturing in a rugged form factor
Wednesday, 15 October 2025

Getac has announced the launch of its new S510AD laptop, a powerful rugged PC built around AMD Ryzen AI processing technology, for professionals who need advanced edge-AI performance in demanding field and industrial environments.  

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General
Ashburton father overcomes challenges and thrives in engineering apprenticeship
Wednesday, 15 October 2025

When it comes to inspirational tradies, it’s hard to go past recently qualified General Engineering apprentice Billy Robinson.

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Automation
Land launches modular gold cup probe to solve furnace measurement challenges
Wednesday, 08 October 2025

Land has launched an industry-leading version of their Gold Cup Probe designed to address challenges in measuring tube temperatures inside compact or uniquely shaped heaters and furnaces.

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Equipment
Resource-saving, reliable cleaning process for life science industries
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
The surface cleanliness required for medical and pharmaceutical products is generally achieved during manufacture using liquid-based cleaning processes that consume enormous amounts of energy and...
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Equipment
Hands free tool changes for smarter machining
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Imagine a factory where the lights are off, not because no one is home, but because automated systems are working around the clock to keep production lines running with minimal human intervention.
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Equipment
Capturing non-uniform thermal behaviour in complex materials
Wednesday, 10 September 2025
NiTi SMAs are among the most promising materials for solid-state refrigeration technologies, thanks to their remarkable elastocaloric effect (eCE) and superelasticity.
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Sustainability
How Automotive and Other Sectors Create Green Steel Demand
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
The global steel industry is navigating a pivotal and capital-intensive transition towards decarbonisation.
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Sustainability
New solar energy course to meet EWRB requirements
Wednesday, 23 July 2025
Electrical training provider Skills Group is offering a new suite of micro-credential courses in solar energy systems designed to help electricians meet the Electrical Workers Registration Board’s (...
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Sustainability
Reasons for biogas optimism despite global challenges
Tuesday, 10 June 2025
The global biogas market was estimated to be worth USD 65.53 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand 4.2% per year between 2025 and 2032
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