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The solution to our e-waste problem? Repair, don’t waste
ABI Electronics has launched a website to amplify its e-waste reduction message: 'Repair, Don’t Waste'.
Is there turbulence ahead for the UK Electronic Components Supply Network?
At the end of last year, the Manufacturer Authorised Distributor members of the Electronic Components Supply Network (ecsn) were looking forward to strong growth in electronic components markets in the first half of 2022, with something of a ’levelling out’ occurring in H’2.
Hirose expands in-line connector series
Hirose has added a waterproof panel mount connector to its extensive in-line product offering. The DF62WP wire-to-wire connector series offers an IP67 equivalent waterproof seal between cable and socket (outside panel) or panel and plug (inside panel). The crimped contacts and wire are easily inserted through the seals to complete the rugged and reliable cable assembly.
The Royal Mint to build ‘world first’ plant to turn UK’s electronic waste into gold
The Royal Mint has announced plans to build a world first plant in South Wales to recover gold from UK electronic waste. The pioneering facility will help address a growing environmental issue, support jobs and skills in Britain, and create a new source of high quality precious metals for the business.
Sandvik partners with Boliden on 3D printing trial
A small-scale trial of 3D-printed parts is helping Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions and mining company Boliden explore the potential of additive manufacturing.
Software release accelerates boundary scan setups
A software release that speeds up the development and debugging of boundary scan setups has been released by XJTAG.
Sustainable semiconductor manufacturing from AlixLabs
AlixLabs is developing its method for manufacturing semiconductors in ways to make them cheaper, faster, and with a half of the energy consumption required. The work is being carried out at the RISE testbed ProNano in Lund, Sweden. AlixLabs’ innovation will contribute to a lower environmental impact in semiconductor manufacturing.
Universal Robots' Machine Tending Masterclass at the AMRC
Universal Robots, the Danish producer of collaborative robots, has announced its Machine Tending Masterclass event on Tuesday, the 26th of April at the AMRC (Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre) in Sheffield. Attendees can access government funding and all of the expertise required to automate machine tending tasks and transform their operations.
CUI devices launches circular connectors product line
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group have announced the addition of circular connectors to its connectors product portfolio. Available in M12 connector types, CUI Devices’ CDM12 family offers a range of male or female versions with contact position options of 3, 4, 5, 8, and 12 pins.
HWP Max 2021 recap: embracing design challenges
It is a sobering truth that – to every entrepreneur in every industry – a new product developer has to learn from difficulties, unexpected pitfalls, and trial and error before they can see their product (or, in fact, any venture) come to life. As the IoT-focused trade show Hardware Pioneers Max (HWP Max) in 2021 made clear, for engineers and other industry professionals, such experiences are no different.