Nord-Lock Group has received one of the world’s most prestigious design awards, the Red Dot Award, for the Superbolt Tool, which won ‘Best Product Design 2020’ in the Tools category. Co-inventor Andy McPhee, R&D at Nord-Lock Group, commented: “I am extremely proud that the Superbolt Tool was judged not only good enough to be entered into the Red Dot competition, but it actually won.” The Su...

Springs are everywhere, including in everyday electronics. Be it computers, televisions or microwaves, these components come in different shapes and sizes. Both springs and wire forms are a necessity in electrical items and, without them, the technology of today wouldn’t be the same. In fact, without springs, many of the objects that exist today would not have been invented. Here Airedale Sprin...

Rapierstar is providing extensive support to window and door manufacturer Shelforce to help streamline its fastener usage and ensure its workforce is fully supported to achieve the highest quality finished products. Shelforce specialises in the supply of windows and doors to the social housing, new build and schools sectors, and is already benefiting from a 25% reduction in the number of differ...

The effect of the coronavirus on society and the global economy is unprecedented, with grave consequences for the automobile industry. Indeed, most of the members of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) have already announced temporary closures of plants due to collapsing demand, supply shortages, and government measures, and are facing cases of corona infections and quaran...

By Ian Parker, freelancer, ianfliesrussian@aol.com Sometimes the oldest ideas combine with the newest to produce wonderful results, which is the case regarding the Loon LLC project – a combination of balloons and internet electronics to give online coverage in remote parts of the world at a significantly lower cost compared with satellites. Ballooning is nearly 2,000 years old. Around 250 AD, t...

Efficiency starts with undisturbed production, which is why Stafa Group has introduced its new Kanban system, which will enable customers’ inventory processes to be optimised. Using advanced technology, including RFID, Stafa’s Kanban system can help ensure the continuous analysis of purchase data; that stocks are replenished on time to avoid production delays; and that when production changes o...

Due to the coronavirus Covid-19 the Space Tech Expo USA 2020 show, originally scheduled for 18th–20th May, will now take place between 10th–12th August 2020. Smarter Shows Tarsus Ltd, organiser of the Space Tech Expo USA 2020, commented: “The wellbeing of our exhibitors, visitors, staff members and contractors is of paramount importance to us, alongside a commitment to delivering events that ar...

NORMA Group is developing thermal management line systems for a US manufacturer of electric vehicles, which will be used in the customer’s all-electric pick-up trucks and SUVs. From the end of 2020 to 2026, a total of around 250,000 vehicles will be equipped with NORMA Group’s thermal management systems. Dr Michael Schneider, CEO of NORMA Group, said: “Innovative capacity and a focus on the tec...

By Jackie Hackett, director of global sales and marketing, APM Hexseal Users that work with electronics or machinery in hostile or challenging environments, know the value of keeping equipment in peak condition. After all, even the slightest flaw in a system could force it to be taken out of commission altogether, leading to substantial financial and productivity losses. One of the best ways to...

Würth Industrie Service GmbH & Co KG has introduced the new ORSY®mat WGT weighing system – one of six automatic vending machine models that offers secure, automated supply of tools, and operating materials, in industrial production and maintenance. The ORSY®mat WGT, where WGT stands for weight, is the latest vending machine system featuring integrated weighing technology. It is particularly...