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I, Robot – you, engineer

Too many UK manufacturers are put off implementing 4IR strategies due to perceived high cost and risk. However, there are plenty of opportunities for engineers to digitise parts of existing processes to get to grips with Industry 4.0, says Kieron Salter, managing director of high performance engineering consultancy, KWSP.

CLPA passes significant milestone as membership passes 3,000

Spring 2017 has seen the global footprint of CC-Link IE and CC-Link reach a new high, with the number of CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) member companies passing 3,000.

NI Trend Watch 2018 explores the trends driving the future faster

NI delivers insights on top trends from machine learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) to 5G and the electrification of vehicles.

Developing the right skills for I4.0 at the Manufacturing Management Show

Neil Lewin, Learning and Development Consultant at Festo Training and Consulting, is a keynote speaker at the Manufacturing Management Show on 22 November at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry.

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