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FAULHABER L


Unlock linear motion


With the new linear actuator series L, FAULHABER offers highly customizable turnkey solutions for linear drive tasks in a wide range of applications, starting at only 6mm diameter.


www.faulhaber.com/faulhaber-l/en 17 NEWS


6 New project to develop smart skin to protect robots in space 7 Government’s steel policy having ‘devastating impact’ on the downstream manufacturing sector


8 Nearshoring is becoming a strategic necessity, but automation will be essential for efficient production


10 CSA Catapult joins project to develop on-aircraft green taxi system 12 News comment: Turning discarded electronics into high-quality equipment


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Machine building, frameworks & safety 14 Intelligent machine safety technology 15 Engineering a bike lifting system to enhance worker safety 17 Lenze Motor Drive System: For when performance doesn’t need a servo 18 Cable carriers provide a safe solution for material handlers


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DESIGN SOLUTIONS MAY 2026


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