- 21st April 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, News, Southern
South West consortium are Fit for Nuclear
A supplier consortia created with assistance from the Somerset Chamber’s Hinkley Supply Chain Team showcased its collective expertise at Southern Manufacturing 2016. APEC (Advanced Precision Engineering Consortium) was formed to make the most of opportunities around Hinkley Point C and other large infrastructure projects. While
- 19th April 2016
- Electronics, Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Yamaichi upgrades HDMI connector range
Southern Electronics exhibitor Yamaichi Electronics has upgraded two items in its range of HDMI interfaces. The latest developments are with versions D and E. Type D is a Micro HDMI connector and type E is specific to the automotive industry. The Micro HDMI in version
- 15th April 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Moore & Wright adds 3 new products
At Southern 2016, Moore & Wright announced the addition of 3 new hand tools to its range, all featuring a True Absolute Measuring System and Digimatic Output. The new Moore & Wright Digital Caliper, Digital Snap Micrometer and Digital Indicator all boast an RS232 Digimatic
- 14th April 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Fanuc’s latest robot debuts at Southern
FANUC UK used its appearance at Southern Manufacturing 2016 to announce the launch of its latest collaborative robot, the CR-7iA, that has the ability to lift payloads of up to 7kg. The CR-7iA’s mechanics corresponds to that of the FANUC’s LR Mate-series (LR Mate 200iD)
- 24th March 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Large capacity machining centres create impressive presence
Geo Kingsbury promoted its LPM (large prismatic machines) division at Southern Manufacturing 2016. Geo Kingsbury acts as sole UK sales and service agent throughout the UK and Ireland for some of the best know German manufacturers of big capacity machining centres and flexible manufacturing systems,
- 23rd March 2016
- Electronics, Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Prototype development services from GEM UK
GEM UK used its appearance at Southern Manufacturing 2016 to highlight its capabilities as a Contract Electronics Manufacturer (CEM) specialising in Far East (Hong Kong / China) based manufacturing of electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards. Established in 1999, the firm has helped UK customers
- 22nd March 2016
- Electronics, Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Flying probe test equipment expands capabilities
Southern Electronics 2016 exhibitor G & B Electronics showcased its answer to a dilemma facing manufacturers outsourcing PCB assembly – how to test it effectively. Sub-contractors are typically not geared-up for specialist testing of the subassemblies they are making, potentially introducing delays and additional costs
- 18th March 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
HepcoMotion showcases linear innovations at Southern 2016
Hepco’s newest demonstration unit – the much-anticipated HepcoMotion guidance for Beckhoff XTS (eXtended Transport System), was the highlight of its presence at Southern Manufacturing 2016. This solution utilises Hepco’s PRT2 and 1-Trak guidance systems to work with Beckhoff’s XTS circuit linear system to meet the
- 17th March 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Emsea takes on new apprentices
Southern Manufacturing 2016 exhibitor, Emsea Limited, is doing its part to address the much publicised shortage of skilled engineers by welcoming a further two apprentices to its cutting, fabrication and forming business. Taking the total number to four, the new starters are studying NVQ Level
- 16th March 2016
- Exhibitor Announcements, Manufacturing, Southern
Bernstein launches 3 new ranges at Southern 2016
Switches, sensors and enclosures specialist, Bernstein Ltd, showcased three brand new product ranges at Southern Manufacturing 2016. The new slim line Type I49 double insulated position switch has been specifically designed for applications where space is restricted and high ingress protection is required. With a