Test & Measurement Features

EcoCare: Transforming energy efficiency with tailored digital solutions

At its new Experience Centre in Warrington, Schneider Electric unveiled EcoCare, a new membership platform aimed at providing bespoke solutions to customers embarking on their net zero journey. Here, Group Editor Sophia Bell breaks down what this means for the manufacturing industry.

Data logger puts forestry company at the top of the tree

Thanks to its investment in a Webtec HPM7000 hand-held hydraulic data logger, an installer and maintainer of road-haulage equipment for the forestry sector is now able to collect, store and send critical hydraulic test data more quickly and reliably. The upshot for Shropshire-based Forestry Transport Maintenance Ltd is not just a significant saving in man-hours, but also a more dependable service that provides customers with complete peace of mind.

Alternative approaches to product safety testing

Traditionally safety testing has been done at an off-site test house. However, there is an alternative, and equally comprehensive, approach that manufacturers may want to consider.

How to implement a compact and flexible automated test system

The implementation of a multifunction automated test system for the design validation, component test, and production test of industrial, consumer, vehicular, medical, and other electronic systems requires a variety of test and measurement instruments. The large number of sensors used in modern designs requires multiple analogue and digital channels, and a given test bed must be able to scale easily and cost-effectively.

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Going green: Atlas Copco embarks on journey to slash greenhouse gas emissions(29/02/2024)

Atlas Copco Compressors UK has embarked upon a green journey to support its global strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the entire value chain. Here, Oliver Kent, Product Marketing Manager and Chair of Atlas Copco’s Green Journey Committee, breaks down the key steps the company is taking.
Maximising ROI: The advantages of virtual testing in automotive engineering(29/02/2024)

Virtual testing enables cost-effective validation of design concepts, efficient exploration of numerous scenarios, and a faster time to market – but how do you make a business case for such an investment? Salman Safdar of Ansible Motion explains how investment in virtual testing solutions provides a significant competitive edge, while ensuring a strong financial return on investment.
From “nice to have” to necessity(29/02/2024)

For many OEMs and machine builders, energy efficiency has historically taken a back seat in favour of focusing on the overall efficacy and reliability of machines. Gareth Jones, Local Division Manager – Drives at ABB, takes a look at why the dial is starting to shift, and why energy performance is increasingly becoming a key differentiator.
Opening a window to smarter plant data(31/01/2024)

The gritty reality of a production floor can feel a far cry from the yellow brick road of a digital journey. Yet, there’s no end of advice for engineering teams to travel the Industry 4.0 “journey” and reap the promised rewards of greater added value for their businesses. If you feel somewhat daunted, that’s understandable.
Accelerating EV progress: Achieving sustainability in the metals and mining industry(08/01/2024)

The global transport sector remains a significant contributor to the planet’s pollution, responsible for approximately 20 percent of the world’s total CO2 emissions. Within this sector, three-quarters of the carbon footprint originates from road-based travel, including buses, trucks and other vehicles. To curb emissions effectively and attain broader environmental objectives, a pivotal shift is needed.