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INDUSTRY NEWS
CEO URGES INDUSTRY TO SEEK ‘STRATEGIC INDEPENDENCE’ AND STOP ‘WAITING FOR GOVERNMENT TO CARE ABOUT THE SECTOR’
Tony Hague, CEO of PP Control & Automation, is calling on industry to take control of its own destiny and to stop waiting on government to care about the sector. Following the first election debate, Hague has urged more companies to strive for strategic independence – the ability to formulate and execute strategy autonomously and without reliance on inadequate policies and economic aid. This approach, he believes, will empower
firms to make operational adjustments that are directly aligned with their business goals and customer needs. “We can’t wait on external factors to calm,
or a government to care. We can’t wait around for a directive, or a miraculous shift in how our work is valued. And we definitely can’t be passive,” explained Tony, who was named as CEO of the Year at the Manufacturing and Engineering Awards in 2023. “The manufacturing community wears
resilience like a badge of honour because of the sheer number of times it has had to fight its own corner or paddle its own canoe. But that spirit shouldn’t be reserved only for overcoming difficult situations, it should be leveraged to cultivate our own strategic independence.” He continued: “Let’s presume that when it
comes to industry, a lax government will continue to be exactly that – lax. No matter what way the July 4th general election may tip the balance of power, the matter of alignment with industry will still likely be askew. Would it not be more beneficial to instead take proactive steps to securing our own future?” Hague’s rallying call focuses on several key
business areas, including strengthening supply chains and increasing investment in technology and R&D, partnering with specialist providers and setting up dedicated innovation labs. He added: “Just because you’re developing
INNOVATION MEETS SAFETY: CHILD CAR SEAT MANUFACTURER RECEIVES R129 ACCREDITATION
Multimac, an innovator in child car seat technology, is thrilled to announce its R129 accreditation, solidifying its commitment to providing the safest and most reliable car seats for families with two or more children. R129 accreditation is the latest safety law in child seats. Unlike most child car seats which go through rigorous crash testing with one dummy, Multimac has to crash test with four different dummies at any one time, each of different heights and weights. This meant it went through 16 crash tests to gain the certification, further exceeding the safety standards. As such, Multimac ensures
that its products provide top-notch protection for children of all sizes. Founded by engineer and father of four Kevin Macliver, Multimac offers a range of three and
four-seater child seats in varying widths, expertly designed to accommodate three or four children in the back of any car from birth to 12 years old and beyond. Multimac’s innovative seats are designed to cater to a wide range of family needs, fitting in the back of any car – from a Mini to a Rolls Royce. The seats can be custom upholstered to suit individual preferences and tastes, while prioritising safety and comfort. With a focus on quality and safety, Multimac now supplies its car seats to families worldwide.
www.multimac.com/range
IGUS EXTENDS FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY TO THOUSANDS OF MOTION PLASTIC PRODUCTS
igus is extending its four-year warranty for all products that can be calculated in terms of service life. Motion plastics with a longer service life conserves material and carbon and improves sustainability in the plastics industry. Customers will benefit from the warranty on energy chains and chainflex cables, drylin linear slides, drive technology, dryspin thread technology as well as components such as plain bearings or semi-finished products made of the company’s own iglidur materials. The warranty portfolio
is completed by the xiros ball bearings, igubal spherical bearings, gears, slewing ring bearings and the 3D printed components created in the online configurator ‘iglidur Designer’. “The long warranty allows
our customers to design their individual application perfectly and to always choose the most cost-effective product that works for the application,” explained Matthew Aldridge,
managing director at igus UK.
www.igus.co.uk
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your own strategic independence, it doesn’t mean that relationships with industry associations, and even governmental bodies are avoided – quite the opposite. When these relationships are built into strategic plans, they can provide support, resources, and vital market intelligence.”
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EV MANUFACTURER NIO SELECTS MELEXIS CURRENT SENSOR CHIPS
Electric vehicle manufacturer NIO has selected Melexis’ state-of-the-art current sensor chips for its traction inverter systems. Melexis’ chips will power all of NIO’s battery electric vehicles (BEVs), underscoring NIO’s dedication to providing innovative, safe, and efficient solutions. Through the collaboration, NIO will benefit
from Melexis’ advanced current sensor technology, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of their traction inverter systems. The traction inverter system plays a vital
role in NIO EVs, by efficiently converting the battery’s direct current (DC) into the alternating currents (AC) that power the electric motor. The current sensor is an essential element within the system, precisely monitoring the current to ensure the vehicle’s safety and optimal performance. Dieter Verstreken, VP of China Strategy at
Melexis, said: “We are delighted to collaborate with NIO, a company known for its innovation and leadership. Our current sensor ICs, coupled with the expertise of our dedicated local engineers, will provide NIO with the support they need to achieve success in the electric vehicle market. We look forward to collaborating with NIO on future projects to advance electric vehicle technology.”
www.melexis.com
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