The year 2020 will most certainly be remembered for a long time. For TME, it was not only demanding, but also special, as it has crowned the 30 years of company’s business. TME’s humble beginnings at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s, a truly challenging period, were mainly focused on trading on various outdoor […]
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AB ELEKTRONIK POTENTIOMETERS (4W)
In some cases, a potentiometer is not strong enough and heats up excessively. This is a serious problem as high temperature affects the life and performance of the potentiometer. In most cases, increasing the potentiometer power equates to higher costs. In the case of POT4W potentiometers by AB Elektronik the situation is different.
Schaeffler publishes Sustainability Report 2020
Substantial improvement in CDP climate rating from “D” to “A-” Measures to increase resource and energy efficiency significantly intensified during 2020 Carbon-neutral production within the Schaeffler Group by 2030 Schaeffler is one of the UN’s 50 Sustainability and Climate Leaders Birmingham, UK | 05. March 2021 | The Schaeffler Group continues to expand its commitment […]
Tracking the business trends
Lots of things have changed since the Covid-19 pandemic, including restrictions on who can travel, how far, how often, and for what reason. Businesses are having to adapt too. So, how can you manage your customer’s expectations and where their orders go?
Three outstanding women celebrated nationally as Young Woman Engineers of the Year
Three young women engineers have been recognised at the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s (IET) Young Woman Engineer of the Year Awards for their work in engineering. IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year: Ella Podmore (25), is a Materials Engineer for luxury British supercar maker McLaren Automotive. Ella is responsible for all the material […]
Is OPC UA the Answer for IIoT?
OPC Unified Architecture (UA) is the latest standard from the OPC Foundation. Its purpose is to unify the OPC Classic standards of Data Access (DA), Alarms and Events (A&E), and Historical Data Access (HDA) into a single, extensible framework. At the same time OPC UA offers improved networking support, a more sophisticated security model, platform […]
RMGroup first in the UK to be robot integrator certified
Robotics and automation specialists, RMGroup, has become the first integrator in the UK to be accredited under the RIA/BARA Robot Integrators’ Certification Scheme. The company was awarded its certified status on 26 January, having successfully passed an audit against a rigorous set of national and international standards.
A renewed website for STAGEMAKER lifting equipment for the entertainment sector
STAGEMAKER, the brand of lifting equipment for entertainment professionals distributed by VERLINDE, has just updated its website.
ARDUINO PRO – AN UNCONVENTIONAL, EASY WAY TO BUILD SUCCESSFUL IOT APPLICATIONS
Arduino – why will it work not only for amateurs? Arduino Pro – why should you choose this solution? Arduino Pro – who is it addressed to? Arduino Pro hardware platform Arduino Portenta Arduino MKR and Arduino Pro Arduino Nano 33 Expansion modules for Arduino Portenta H7 Software – Arduino IoT Cloud, Arduino IoT API, […]
Torque sensor with separate sensing head can probe deep into machinery
Sensor Technology has extended its new range of torque sensors with a model that has the sensing head and electronics in separate housings. This has two advantages: the sensing head can fit into very confined spaces, and the electronics can be located in a position where they are protected from physical damage, dust, dirt, moisture, […]
BOXER SERIES INDUSTRIAL PCS BY AAEON
AAEON, a member of the ASUS group, is a leading manufacturer of fanless, single-board industrial PCs. These excellent products could not be missing from TME’s warehouse and catalogue.
Element Six’s dnv-b1™ announced winner for the quantum category at the 13th edition of the Spie Prism awards
First general-purpose quantum grade diamond enables users to unlock next generation quantum technologies. Element Six (E6), part of the De Beers Group, has been named as a Prism Awards winner in the quantum category for its chemical vapour deposition (CVD) quantum grade diamond, DNV-B1™, part of the DNV™ Series.
Benefits of blind mate connectors
Electrical connectors must often be mated in situations where they are hard to see or difficult to reach. Combined with the fact that they are challenging to use in harsh environment applications, installation and maintenance times are longer, leading to increased costs. Here Shaun Findley, European Director of Product and Purchasing at connector specialist PEI-Genesis, […]
FPT INDUSTRIAL POWERS “the CEN”, THE NEW AND INNOVATIVE SEMI-MEDIUM TRUCK BY TATA DAEWOO
FPT Industrial was chosen as preferred engine supplier by TATA DAEWOO Commercial Vehicles for the launch of the new “the CEN”, an innovative formula of semi-medium truck designed to make a strong impact on the domestic South Korean market.
Erodex support Krohne with design and manufacture of fixture for UK’s largest horizontal vacuum furnace
KROHNE is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of solutions in industrial process instrumentation. Within the UK, KROHNE Ltd is the group’s global centre of excellence for Coriolis mass flowmeter technology. Its manufacturing plant in Wellingborough is where the award winning OPTIMASS range of mass flowmeters is produced.
Optimas – Powered by Renewable Energy
In an effort to maximize sustainability, conform to ecological best practices and combat the effects of climate change, Optimas OE Solutions have announced that all the company’s UK manufacturing and distribution facilities are now either using 100% renewable green energy or, where not yet possible, offsetting carbon emissions.
HSE inspection programme – are you ready?
The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) current Manufacturing Sector Plan includes an inspection programme which will run from May to September this year, targeting fabricated metal businesses across GB to ensure duty holders understand the risks posed by welding fumes and metalworking fluids, plan their work and have adequate control measures in place to protect workers’ […]
The Antenna Company Launches Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Antennas Enabling Precise Real-Time Location Services
Antenna Company joins FiRa Consortium as Adopter member to expand UWB ecosystem The Antenna Company, a specialist in the design of high-performance embedded antennas, today announced a family of ultra-wideband (UWB) antennas to enable high precision positioning and angle-of-arrival applications for low-power sensors, anchors, and tags. The antennas support worldwide operation on UWB channel 5 […]
Optimas Service Provides Total Workplace Safety and Efficiency
Optimas OE Solutions, a globally renowned manufacturer and distributor of precision-made fasteners and supply chain solutions, have introduced a new contactless managed inventory system to their growing line of value-added services.
Meet the Rolls-Royce Engineer Helping 10,000 Women Secure Roles in STEM
Executive recruitment across the country’s leading STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) organisations is changing. One woman is acting as a major driving force behind this change. Former Rolls-Royce Engineering Programme Manager and AstraZeneca Systems Engineer Foram Brown is working with top STEM corporations to design and implement new leadership and executive search solutions to […]
Schaeffler closes 2020 with strong fourth quarter
Schaeffler Group weathers crisis well despite constant currency revenue decline of 10.4 percent Diversification with three divisions and four regions drives operating earnings (EBIT margin before special items at 6.4 percent; prior year: 8.1 percent) Free cash flow before cash in- and outflows for M&A activities of 539 million euros ahead of prior year (prior year: 473 million euros) Proposed dividend […]
A positive budget for manufacturers
Stephen Morley, President of the Confederation of British Metalforming, takes a look back at a budget, which should help industry continue its recovery from Covid-19
When the cooling stops, STOP!
~ Braking resistor supports electrical vehicles in harsh environments ~ EV power specialist REO UK has recently supplied water-cooled braking resistors in an electric vehicle (EV) designed for arduous environments. The BWD 158 standard range of braking resistors converts traditional diesel-powered internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles into electric and utilises water-cooled resistors into the braking […]
New portable gauges enable high precision, non-destructive coating thickness measurements on CFRP and metal substrates
A range of compact handheld gauges for measuring the coating or paint thickness on CFRP (carbon fibre reinforced plastic) and metal substrates is now available in the UK from Micro-Epsilon. Based on microwave technology, the gauges measure the total layer thickness of insulating materials with micrometer precision.
COMPREHENSIVE AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS FROM EATON ELECTRIC
Automation devices are one of TME’s specializations. We have a wide range of products in stock; Eaton Electric products are among our most popular products with the widest range. These elements are characterized by high-quality workmanship and a comprehensive approach to automation. They can be used in any place where there is a need to […]
Manufacturer Awards 24 Permanent Contracts
Leading global manufacturer, CMP Products, has rewarded 24 temporary workers for their contribution and loyalty with the offer of permanent employment.
Tough BN Junction Box Enclosures from BCL Enclosures for cables, PCBs, control and Emech components protect against impact and liquids
Rated to IP66 and IK08; flame retardant; supplied with DIN rail, multiple PCB slots; solid or transparent lids
Micromotors in space: engineering new frontiers
~ Small DC motors play an important role in space exploration equipment ~ The Milky Way, the galaxy that holds our solar system, is estimated to be up to 150,000 light years in diameter. Space is vast and enigmatic, making it a focal point for exploration. Studying the mysteries of space requires innovative and robust […]
Shott grants donation to IChemE to promote sustainability
The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) has announced a £200,000 donation from former IChemE President, Ian Shott, for the purpose of promoting the role of chemical engineers in addressing societal challenges.
Redditch manufacturer seals deal with the AA to transform roadside rescue with new freewheeling hub
A leading presswork and prototyping specialist has joined forces with the AA to develop a game-changing innovation that will transform the breakdown service for thousands of drivers.
Helping budding engineers gain science capital
The science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) skills gap in the UK is no secret, and it is also a hugely complex challenge to fix. To help address the issue, researchers have developed a model for increasing the uptake of STEM careers; science capital. So, how can we increase young people’s science capital, and win […]
Radiation Resistant Lens for Low Light Applications
Manufactured from specially selected non browning glass – the Model 313-000 fixed focus lens from Resolve Optics has an aperture of f/1.4 to enable as much light as possible to be gathered and transmitted to the sensor.
Emerson’s Solenoid Valves Enable More Compact Machine Designs
ASCO™ Series 256/356 offers smaller footprint, up to 40% reduced power consumption and up to 30% higher pressure ratings