Category: Industrial
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Japanese partners have disclosed remote tunnel inspection networking trial results. A March demonstration used optical and wireless communications to transfer three-dimensional measurements and inspect 0.2mm cracks across a simulated 1,000km connection.
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Athena has opened its first European manufacturing software delivery office. Its Maia operation supports MES implementation and integration in electronics and semiconductor plants, beginning with six staff and further recruitment plans.
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Endoks has begun manufacturing power converters at its Turkish facility. The Niğde operation started on 16 October, targeting battery storage and grid-connected systems; production capacity and initial output volumes remain undisclosed.
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Teledyne introduces three Bluetooth-enabled detectors for industrial gas monitoring applications. FREEDOM GP, XP and Xi share electronics and GF Sync maintenance functions; only XP has the stated SIL2/SC3 High Demand certification, and cartridge replacement under power depends on the approved configuration.
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Foxconn and Mitsubishi Electric have signed an automotive partnership agreement. A proposed ¥115bn transaction for half of Mitsubishi Electric Mobility remains subject to approvals and closing adjustments, with completion expected on 1 October 2027.
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Cincoze has introduced external protection modules for industrial computing equipment. Its 180W and 360W accessories target EFT disturbances on compatible power inputs; complete-system EMC compliance still requires appropriate testing.
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SAKI introduces an inline underside PCB inspection system for assembly. The 3Di-LS3BX specifies 15µm optical resolution separately from its stated 200µm solder-ball detection, with defined board dimensions and conveyor weight limits.
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Inission has signed an agreement to acquire Bavaria Digital Technik. The €5.3m transaction is scheduled to complete on 2 November, subject to conditions; historical revenue and expected contribution are separately stated.
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TDK has introduced programmable Hall sensing for high power converters. The CUR 3020 offers selectable bandwidth, device-level calibration and fault diagnostics for C-core current measurements.
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FIC Global has formally opened its Johor electronics manufacturing facility. The operation has eight surface-mount production lines and is increasing output, following customer qualification and the start of manufacturing before October’s opening ceremony.