CONTENTS 14


16 SPRING 2026 INSIDE


Springs & Fasteners Power Packaging Test & Measurement


Sustainability Solutions Batteries & Chargers Waste Management Cleaning


NEWS 6


RIGHT FIRST TIME


MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN SPECIFYING YOUR AUTOMATION SYSTEM


EDITOR


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UKManufacturing Spring 2026


APEX Dynamics delivers for Reekie Machining FEATURES


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Power, precision, and practical efficiency Driving precision in robotic motors Next-gen surge protection


Why now is the time for modularity in packaging lines


Right first time: Seven mistakes to avoid when specifying your automation system


Stable thickness measurement of very thin layers The spice is right


Building traceability and control in battery manufacturing


On the right track with HyperMill Stop the manufacturing food waste cycle Optimally tailored cleaning


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