The old saying ‘time is money’ reaps true across many industries. However, in the world of food processing, good quality control is money, with errors the costly enemy. By implementing smart and adaptable weighing technology in plant machines and equipment, Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Beckhoff UK, explains why food manufacturers require control automation to increase efficiency and prevent avoidable costs.
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The connected factory
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming manufacturing, with open automation systems connecting devices and machines across the factory floor. While this connectivity unlocks incredible efficiencies, it also creates a vast attack surface for cyber threats, says Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of automation and control technology specialist Beckhoff UK.
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Power for the dark days: Getting the most out of energy storage systems
At the 2016 CERAWeek conference, the topic of energy storage was discussed. However, Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Beckhoff UK, argues that it requires control technology to maximise the use of stored energy and ensure grid stability.
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Enhancing renewable energy efficiency
To underscore its commitment to developing technologies that support energy efficiency and the use of renewable resources, Beckhoff UK has announced its participation in the All-Energy Show, the UK’s leading event for the renewable energy sector.
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Precision engineering meets cycling
To help both professional cycling teams and industry manufacturers optimise the performance of their athletes and equipment, Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub turned to Pressure Design and Beckhoff UK to help launch its latest mechanical test rig, the Pedalling Efficiency Rig (PER).
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The good, the bad and the future of generative AI
How is the introduction of generative AI changing UK manufacturing? Stephen Hayes, Managing Director of Beckhoff UK, explores the benefits and risks of introducing generative AI into your manufacturing process.
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The crucial role of I/O communication
GDevCON, a high-level technical event for LabVIEW architects, is not your typical conference. Held over two days in the iconic Glasgow Science Centre, it offers a unique space for collaboration and idea-sharing, free from corporate oversight or control, and addresses the needs and challenges faced by LabVIEW users.
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Raising the bar for tomorrow’s standards
The markets are changing, and thus so are the requirements of the process manufacturing industry. Whether it is fluctuating demand, more customised products or smaller batches, manufacturers need to respond more quickly and flexibly.
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