ERIKS has received 2500 applications to its expanded apprenticeship programme in just its second year. This response not only reflects ERIKS’ commitment to fostering a new generation of engineers to help meet its customers’ needs for specialist technical help but is much needed positive news in the UK’s long struggle to attract young people towards engineering careers. The first ERIKS apprenticeship programme started in 2023 and 13 engineering apprentices were taken on at ERIKS service centres across the UK. These apprentices get hands-on experience in the service centres while also studying f ..read more

Radiation, vacuum, and substantial temperature fluctuations: extreme conditions prevail in space, presenting a tough challenge for satellite communications. With the Fraunhofer On-Board Processor (FOBP), experiments can be conducted in space to explore whether new technologies are operational under real conditions. The FOBP passed its final tests last week and has begun its service on board the Heinrich Hertz satellite of the German Space Agency at the German Aerospace Center (DLR). Satellite communications players are often faced with the fact that higher-performance technologies come into us ..read more

Although standard products from the Binder portfolio suit most applications, they do not fit all of them. In such cases, the Neckarsulm-based manufacturer’s solution expertise comes into play: namely in the form of exclusive connectors that are perfectly tailored to the application. Customers benefit from Binder’s exceptional vertical integration as well as six decades of experience in design and engineering. Examples of customer-specific developments can be found for instance in the medical-device and plant engineering sectors. Binder, a leading supplier of industrial circular connectors, dev ..read more

PICMG, the consortium for open hardware specifications, has entered a liaison partnership with The Open Group Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF) to collaboratively develop interoperable, interchangeable technology specifications for the process control industry. The partnership fills a gap in edge controller hardware that exists in the O-PAS Standard—an open architectural framework for developing industrial process automation systems, currently being defined by OPAF initiatives. Governed by The Open Group, OPAF membership is comprised of 110+ member organizations, including companies like Ex ..read more

The automotive industry is currently undergoing a significant transformation, perhaps one of the most substantial in its extensive history. However, it is not only the powertrain that is undergoing alteration. Established industry leaders are facing fierce competition from new names on the market, and a sector formerly dominated by mechanical systems is transitioning towards greater incorporation of electronic, digital, and intelligent components. This type of widespread and seismic shift gives rise to new opportunities and requirements that must be met, and once again, 8-bit microcontroller u ..read more

FORTEC UK is delighted to introduce Cincon’s new LFM420S Series. Engineered with precision and innovation, this series delivers an impressive 420W output power in a compact 5” x 3.29” x 1” frame, setting a benchmark for performance and versatility. At just 1 inch in profile, the LFM420S Series combines power and efficiency in a space-efficient package. Its semi-potted chassis and baseplate-cooled configuration ensure optimal performance across diverse settings, making it an ideal choice for applications where space is at a premium. With a wide-ranging input compatibility spanning from 85~264Va ..read more

Macnica Americas continues its tradition of supporting advanced technology innovation through rich development tools with the introduction of the Macnica Sulfur Kit, open for orders now. Created specifically for Altera Agilex 5E FPGA developers, the Sulfur Kit’s foundation includes a production-ready SOM (System on Module) with a high density of programmable logic for customized application development, along with diverse connectivity and networking resources, high-speed interfaces, and generous memory resources. Altera Agilex 5E FPGAs are semiconductor devices that are comprised of customizab ..read more

Global broadline distributor, Rutronik, and Adlink Technology, edge computing solutions supplier, have entered into a strategic partnership, to give customers access to an expanded portfolio in industrial automation, medical technology and healthcare. Customers can build complete edge computing systems from a single source with Adlink computing solutions and complementary products such as power supplies or data storage from the Rutronik range. The first stage of implementation will be to include Adlink’s Computer-on-Module range in the Rutronik portfolio. The integration of further products su ..read more

DigiKey now offers exclusively the LabsLand Prism4 release, a modular structure for building interactive real-time, remote hardware systems faster and more efficiently. The Prism4’s design supports remote hardware systems with cameras, modular lights and evaluation boards. The platform also includes a set of Phase Dock workbench bases where devices can be attached using clicks and slides. Each Prism4 hosts specific ready-to-ship Prism4 hardware systems that are available for different technologies, including field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), select microprocessors and microcontrollers. I ..read more

CUI has launched two new chassis mount DC-to-DC converters for consumer, industrial and IoT applications. The converters are available in two options: the PST50W series with a 50 W power isolated output and the PST75W series with a 75 W power isolated output. Both DC-to-DC converters offer 4200 Vdc isolation and an 8:1 input range (9.5 ~ 75), and are available in open-frame and enclosed versions with options for 12, 15, 24, and 28 output voltage. Housed in a chassis mount package, the products have an extended operating temperature range of -40 up to +105°C and feature short circuit, over curr ..read more