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14/05/2026

Hands-On AM Workshops: Bring Your Problem, Leave with a Solution

Free hands-on Additive Manufacturing workshops for automation, robotics and manufacturing professionals.

Members News 13/05/2026

Extons Reflects on a Year of Automation with Reeco’s RB1200 Palletiser

One year after installing the RB1200 palletiser from Reeco Automation Ltd, Managing Director, Liz Exton, of Exton’s Foods Ltd has shared its experience of bringing automation into its production process.

Fabory acquires Metrik and expands specialist expertise in energy and petrochemicals

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12/05/2026

Fabory acquires Metrik and expands specialist expertise in energy and petrochemicals

Fabory has acquired Metrik Fasteners B.V. and Stern Instruments B.V. (jointly referred to as Metrik).

Members News 12/05/2026

Bradman Lake Group Unveils Breakthrough Packaging Technologies at Interpack 2026

Featuring the world debut of the FT iFLEX Flow Wrapper in a fully integrated, space efficient packaging line.

GEA and SmartParc - Rewriting the rules of food production

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06/05/2026

GEA and SmartParc - Rewriting the rules of food production

SmartParc is a purpose-built manufacturing park designed around one idea: that food can be produced more efficiently, collaboratively and more sustainably when producers stop duplicating infrastructure and start sharing it.

Members News 05/05/2026

INVESTMENT IN QUALIFICATIONS STRENGTHENS EXPERTISE

Senior members of Kemtile’s management team are better equipped to lead and contribute to its business growth plans having secured a highly regarded management qualification.

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05/05/2026

Power in One Hand

Power in One Hand, the standout feature of the Easyhand Rapid II is its intuitive single-handed operation – power in one hand.

Members News 29/04/2026

Automation For Everyone – RARUK Automation

RARUK Automation is a trusted automation distributor, specialising in cutting-edge technologies that are designed to enhance productivity and efficiency across all industries.