Electro Mechanical Systems Boosts Out-of-Hours Productivity with Machine Tending Cobot

Based in Dorset, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS) is a supplier of small DC motors and linear actuators. Equipped with the latest CNC machine tools and a dedicated gear cutting suite, EMS manufactures bespoke actuation systems for a range of industries. In order to boost output and keep production running after working hours, EMS has deployed a Universal Robots collaborative robot (cobot) from UK-based automation distributor RARUK Automation. Continue reading

Newcastle University lands £22m to strengthen UK health and life sciences innovation

Newcastle University has secured £22m to continue research identifying emerging medicines, diagnostics, devices and digital technologies.

The funding comes from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and will support research which has the potential to transform care, reduce inequalities and support a more responsive and resilient system. Continue reading

Advantex and Aicuda Webinar - AI Analytics for manufacturers

Advantex Webinar: AI-Driven Analytics for Smarter Manufacturing

Advantex is pleased to announce the next instalment in its popular “Beyond Surveillance” Webinar Series were we taking a look at how traditional CCTV can now drive smart automation in manufacturing. Entitled “Transforming Manufacturing with AI-Driven Video Analytics”, the online event will take place on Thursday 3rd July at 10:00 AM BST.

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AV Dawson secures UK best place to work honour

AV Dawson, owner and operator of the Port of Middlesbrough, has been shortlisted as one of the best places to work in the UK’s biggest survey of employee engagement.

AV Dawson is one of only a handful of businesses in the North East, and the only port in the UK, to be recognised in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work list for 2025. It is the only organisation in Teesside to feature in the medium-sized company category. Continue reading