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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.

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Verder Liquids unveils the revolutionary Dura 60 Members News
05/11/2024

Verder Liquids unveils the revolutionary Dura 60

Verder Liquids is proud to announce the launch of the Verderflex Dura 60

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New compact safety gate system PSENmgate from Pilz
Members News 05/11/2024

New compact safety gate system PSENmgate from Pilz

The new compact safety gate system from Pilz, PSENmgate, combines the classic safety locking device PSENmlock and the control element PITgatebox in a space-saving solution

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How Automation is Driving Green Manufacturing in the UK Industry news
01/11/2024

How Automation is Driving Green Manufacturing in the UK

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Operational Cost Reduction Of Over 60% For Laser Cutting Business
Members News 22/10/2024

Operational Cost Reduction Of Over 60% For Laser Cutting Business

As the customers business was relocating, it provided an ideal opportunity to reassess its nitrogen gas supply for the laser cutting and profiling operations

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HPC Appoints New National Automotive Sales Manager Members News
17/10/2024

HPC Appoints New National Automotive Sales Manager

HPC is delighted to announce that it has appointed Sean Baker as its new National Automotive Sales Manager

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Turn your member pages into a fully interactive microsite
Industry news 14/10/2024

Turn your member pages into a fully interactive microsite

Showcase your solutions on the Automate UK website.

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LiDAR sensor ranges are permitting more  compact, robust and powerful applications E-bulletins
10/10/2024

LiDAR sensor ranges are permitting more compact, robust and powerful applications

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UK machine builder  sends five units for applying zippers in Italian pasta packing
E-bulletins 10/10/2024

UK machine builder sends five units for applying zippers in Italian pasta packing

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Texture of fillings for chocolates improves and rejects are cut by 15% in new mixer E-bulletins
10/10/2024

Texture of fillings for chocolates improves and rejects are cut by 15% in new mixer

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Sliding-gate valve helps in vanadium production thanks to easier actuation
E-bulletins 10/10/2024

Sliding-gate valve helps in vanadium production thanks to easier actuation

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