Stay up to date

Please provide a valid email address

Get more info Memberships

Please select one or more contact preferences

Key Factors in Choosing Control Systems for UK Manufacturers

Download report

Guide to implementing Industrial Robots

See the guide

Share your insights: Automate UK Industry Report 2024-25

Complete survey

Together, we are innovating the future of automation.

Explore more

Helping members grow through world class events and support.

Get involved

Automate UK, formerly the PPMA Group of Associations, is the leading trade association for automation suppliers and end users of technology across processing, packaging, robotics and machine vision. We’re committed to supporting your growth and ensuring automation is at the heart of manufacturing.

Who we are.

Trust

We’re the voice of the industry. Your one-stop-shop for relevant, valuable and impartial information.

Human

We’re an association of people. Whose mission is to be supportive experts you can always rely on.

Dynamic

We’re inspired by innovation. Driven by opportunities and how our industry shapes the future.

How can we help?

With over 550 member companies, we are the go to partner to help our members and their clients thrive and increase productivity in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Automate BEST

Training

Voice for lobbying

Technical support

Machine directives

Support

Membership services

Publications

Supporting tomorrow's skills today

Stay informed with industry news & events.

With over 550 member companies, our principal objective is to help members sell more.

Robotic labelling cell with smallest possible gripper, for greatest possible safety

Members News

28/03/2025

Robotic labelling cell with smallest possible gripper, for greatest possible safety

The 211 HC RC robotic labelling cell, designed for the pharmaceutical industry, is almost as compact as a traditional labelling machine.

Members News 28/03/2025

Ishida innovations address key industry issues at IFFA

At IFFA 2025, Ishida will be addressing key industry challenges through its latest innovations, including the launch of its QX-800, compact, high-capacity tray sealer, as it aims to help protein manufacturers reduce waste and boost efficiencies.

Members News

28/03/2025

Ishida Launches Sentinel 5.0 to put Smart, AI-Driven Insights at Food Manufacturers’ Fingertips

Sentinel 5.0. Sentinel 5.0, which is the successor to Ishida’s popular Sentinel software, combines machine performance monitoring with comprehensive data capture to give food manufacturers a smarter, consolidated and in-depth analysis of their entire food production lines.

Industry news 27/03/2025

A Collaborative Future: The Partnership Between Humans and Robots

Showcasing NDT solutions - from Automated Manufacturing to Aerospace

Members News

27/03/2025

Showcasing NDT solutions - from Automated Manufacturing to Aerospace

Non-destructive testing allows you to detect flaws, measure thickness, and assess the condition of materials without making contact or destroying samples.

Members News 27/03/2025

Colore by WDS: Premium Powder-Coated Solutions

WDS is proud to introduce Colore, a premium finish, high quality powder coated solution for aluminium and cast-iron products.

ISHIDA UNVEILS ‘NEXT LEVEL’ X-RAY INSPECTION SYSTEM

Members News

26/03/2025

ISHIDA UNVEILS ‘NEXT LEVEL’ X-RAY INSPECTION SYSTEM

Ishida has launched its latest innovation in X-ray technology, the IX-PD-Poultry (IX-PD-45A2-P), which will help manufacturers take high-speed bone detection to a new level of accuracy.

Members News 26/03/2025

NEW CHECKWEIGHER RANGE MEETS EUROPEAN MARKET NEEDS

Ishida Europe has launched an enhanced range of checkweighers designed to meet latest European market requirements.

Bradman Lake Showcases Proven Packaging Technologies at IBA Show 2025: SL902 End Load Cartoner

Members News

26/03/2025

Bradman Lake Showcases Proven Packaging Technologies at IBA Show 2025: SL902 End Load Cartoner

Bradman Lake is set to showcase its industry-leading packaging solutions at IBA Show 2025, taking place from May 18–22 in Düsseldorf.

Members News 26/03/2025

ILS Labels Scotland for Growth with New Sales Manager

Automated labelling specialist Industrial Labelling Systems (ILS) is expanding into Scotland, with the appointment of a new regional sales manager covering the country.