Asslar - Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions has reached a milestone in its sustainability journey. With the approval of the company’s science-based emission reduction targets, Pfeiffer is now featured on the SBTi website as having a net-zero target in line with the Paris Agreement on climate change. This means Pfeiffer commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050. Moreover, Pfeiffer also has approved near- and long-term science-based emission reduction targets with the SBTi. This approval reaffirms the commitment of Pfeiffer to combating climate change and contributing to a sustainable future. The SBTi is a global organization that drives corporate climate action. It enables companies to set ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets aligned with the latest climate science and the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 °C. Over the course of two years, Pfeiffer has developed a roadmap for its sustainability journey that has now been approved by the SBTi. The targets set by Pfeiffer focus on reducing direct emissions for the operation of the company’s facilities (scope 1 & 2) as well as indirect emissions from purchased goods or the use of sold products (scope 3). These targets are scheduled for three specific dates: By 2030, Pfeiffer is committed to transition to 100% renewable electricity. Looking ahead to 2034, the company aims to cut absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 58.8% and absolute scope 3 emissions by 35%. By 2050, Pfeiffer is committed to achieving a 96% reduction in absolute scope 1 GHG emissions, 93% in absolute scope 2, and 90% in absolute scope 3. As an overall target, the company is dedicated to reach net-zero GHG emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. To read the full press release please visit: https://group.pfeiffer-vacuum.com/en/news-media/pfeiffer-vacuum-fab-solutions-achieves-validation-of-emission-reduction-targets-by-the-sbti/

Asslar, July 15, 2025 – The new website showcases a modern layout, improved navigation, and a range of features designed to help users easily access the products, services, and technical expertise they need. A new product finder enables visitors to explore the entire portfolio of both Busch Group brands – Busch Vacuum Solutions and Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions. By entering their specific application or market, customers can quickly find the most suitable vacuum or overpressure products for their process requirements. To further enhance the user experience, each product page now includes a contact form, allowing direct communication with the relevant sales company. Additionally, customers in the European Economic Area (EEA) have direct access to the Pfeiffer Online Shop, where they can conveniently purchase vacuum components, chambers, and measuring devices online. “We want to provide our customers with an intuitive and tailored user experience that enables them to quickly and efficiently find the right products for their specific requirements,” says Oliver Mössler, Head of Global Marketing at Busch Group. Local information and country versions The global website is currently available in English, German, Chinese, and Korean, with more languages scheduled for release in the coming months. Localized versions featuring country-specific products and company information are already live in Germany, France, and the United States, with more regions to follow. With this digital upgrade, Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions delivers fast expert support that is easily accessible worldwide.

Asslar, April 15, 2025 – The HiCube Neo RGA integrates a HiCube Neo vacuum pump unit and a PrismaPro mass spectrometer into a compact system designed for residual gas analysis. The turbomolecular vacuum pump within the unit generates the vacuum levels required for mass spectrometry, allowing the PrismaPro to detect and analyze specific mass ranges of gas molecules, thereby providing data for process monitoring or quality control. This system ensures precise identification and examination of residual gases. The HiCube Neo RGA operates across a broad pressure range, from atmospheric pressure to high vacuum. It can be used in various applications such as coating as well as a wide array of analytical tasks. A system with integrated safety features To ensure stable operation and protect system components, the HiCube Neo RGA includes several built-in safety mechanisms. The system also features a vacuum gauge that continuously monitors total pressure. If the pressure exceeds a pre-defined safety threshold, the system automatically shuts down the filament inside the mass spectrometer. This prevents filament damage caused by exposure to high pressure, which can extend service life and reduce the frequency of replacements. The system can also be equipped with an integrated shut-off valve. Various connectivity options for process monitoring The HiCube Neo RGA offers multiple connectivity options for integrating external sensors and monitoring equipment. It supports both digital and analog inputs and outputs, allowing data from additional sensors – such as further vacuum gauges – to be incorporated into the analysis. The built-in touch screen provides direct access to measured values and displays signals from connected components. The PV MassSpec software further enables quick and easy access to the measurements. Visit the Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions website to read the full press release.

Asslar, February 20, 2025 – Available in single and three-phase motor variants, the new HiScroll 46 delivers a small footprint, strong performance, and quiet operation. Despite its compact design, the HiScroll 46 achieves high pumping speeds, offering powerful vacuum performance in terms of size to pumping speed ratio. Weighing eighteen kilograms less than comparable products on the market, it provides efficiency and ease of use. The small size of the HiScroll 46 makes it a fitting choice for analytic and industrial applications, laboratories, research facilities, and even semiconductor applications where space is at a premium. One of the quietest vacuum pumps available One of the key features of the HiScroll 46 is its quiet operation. The single-phase motor variant boasts a sound pressure level of just 50 dB(A), making it one of the quietest vacuum pumps available. Operating at only 280 W, the HiScroll consumes 50% less energy than other scroll or multi-stage Roots vacuum pumps. This efficiency not only lowers operating costs but also aligns with the commitment of the Busch Group to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The three-phase motor variant of the HiScroll 46 is designed with customer convenience in mind. Equipped with a Harting power plug, it requires just a one-time wiring setup by the customer to match the local power supply. After this initial installation, the pump can be easily operated by simply unplugging and plugging it back in, allowing for immediate use without the need for additional professional electrical installation. The robust and efficient three-phase motor design will also come with IP44 certification, enhancing its compatibility with industrial environments. Engineered for flexibility across industries The HiScroll 46 has a high tolerance to... To read the full press release, please visit: https://group.pfeiffer-vacuum.com/en/news-media/pfeiffer-vacuum-fab-solutions-presents-the-new-hiscroll-46/

Hamamatsu Photonics, a global leader in photonics technology, delivers innovative, light-based solutions that drive progress in manufacturing, healthcare, research, environmental monitoring and more. At Advanced Engineering 2024, we’ll present our latest innovations designed to help businesses thrive in an era of automation and scientific advancement. Our cutting-edge solutions ensure precision and efficiency across a wide range of industries. Whether it’s high-speed optical sensors that detect defects in real time to prevent costly errors, or advanced laser heating systems for welding and soldering, our solutions provide reliable, high-performance outcomes. We also offer hyperspectral imaging for material inspection, helping to set the standard for production quality. As automation and Industry 4.0 revolutionise manufacturing, Hamamatsu’s ultra-sensitive detectors and advanced light sources are key enablers of intelligent inspection systems. These technologies help optimise operations, enable predictive maintenance and increase throughput, ensuring your business stays competitive in a rapidly changing landscape. In automotive, our distance image sensors enhance autonomous driving and safety systems, while in electronics, our technologies improve chip fabrication and quality control. For scientific research, we offer photodetectors and spectroscopy systems, empowering breakthroughs in fields ranging from quantum physics to environmental science. Visit us at Stand J120 during Advanced Engineering 2024 to explore how our light-based solutions can elevate your production processes. Don’t miss the opportunity to join our “Light Speed Racing” competition for a chance to win exciting prizes. We look forward to meeting you there! Visit our website to learn more: www.hamamatsu.com

DynamxMFG drives productivity by reducing downtime and optimising asset utilisation, improving delivery performance, and cutting inventory costs. It also supports sustainability goals by maximising resource efficiency and helping manufacturers make significant progress toward NetZero targets. Optimise Production Capacity and Asset Utilisation DynamxMFG helps reduce downtime and optimise asset usage, enhancing production capacity and overall utilisation. These improvements drive higher productivity and more efficient manufacturing operations. Enhance Delivery and Reduce Inventory Costs By improving on-time delivery and streamlining inventory management, DynamxMFG significantly cuts inventory costs while transforming key utilisation metrics like Overall Labor Effectiveness (OLE) and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Support Sustainability and NetZero Goals Our platform aids companies in making meaningful progress toward their NetZero targets by maximising resource efficiency and eliminating waste throughout the production process.

Plasser UK puts environmental concerns at the forefront of their business efforts, and so an additional solar PV installation seemed like a natural extension for the company when exploring options to repair the roof of their workshop which was leaking and needed replacing. With a compromised roof, significantly high energy costs, and the aim to reduce their carbon emissions, Plasser UK approached Solarsense to commission a new roof and design a solar PV system for their manufacturing site. Following a detailed technical review and site survey, the design engineers at Solarsense specified a Bauder flat roof system with an integrated solar PV array. The system was designed to maximise on-site energy generation whilst ensuring the waterproofing system beneath remained completely intact and without compromise. The 125kWp solar PV system installed on the new roof is comprised of 339 solar panels and will generate 114,576kW hours of clean energy each year, as well as mitigating more than 31 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. The renewable energy generated by the solar panels will be used to power the facility as well as 18 new EV charge points installed by Solarsense. As well as mitigating more than 31 tonnes of carbon emissions per year and significantly improving the sustainability credentials of the company, the large-scale on roof solar panel system installed for Plasser UK is estimated to generate a net profit of more than £460,000 for the organisation over the next 25-years and payback installation costs in just over 7-years. “This was a challenging project due to the busy nature of our manufacturing facility, however Solarsense were a one-stop shop and never missed a beat. Russell and his team were extremely reliable and excellent to work with. I trusted them to get the job done quickly and efficiently. We will be working on further clean energy projects soon and I won’t hesitate to use them again.” Michael Gowen, HSQE & Facilities Manager – Plasser UK

Polar Technology, have been selected by ISTEC, one of the UK’s leading designers and manufacturers of specialist weapons integration mounts, to manufacture the sub-frame required to connect the ISTEC designed weapons mount to the United States Air Force (USAF) Grey Wolf Helicopter. The helicopter is a Boeing-led programme for the replacement of the famous, but aging, UH-1N Huey helicopter and is built on a Leonardo AW-139 platform. ISTEC delivered the first shipsets (made up of a left and right gun mount pair) to Leonardo in late 2024. Polar Technology was selected as the supplier for the sub-frame needed to connect the weapons mount to the airframe due to their proven expertise in advanced, precision and critical fabrications. They manufactured the frame at their cutting-edge facility. The project posed some significant challenges, with the frame subject to rigorous manufacturing standards required by the aircraft safety critical installation. Polar was involved at the project outset, supporting several ISTEC design iterations and manufacturing reviews. The manufacturing process involved many of the key capabilities Polar possesses, including precision bending aluminium tubing, machining of sub-components. At the final assembly stage, Polar also utilised precision manufacturing and calibration of jigs and fixtures, and coded welding. Each completed frame was delivered to ISTEC with the necessary quality pack to ensure full traceability of each component and process, to ensure all raw materials sourced are to aerospace release. Mick Coulson Managing Director ISTEC said, “Polar Technology are an ISTEC approved AS9100 supplier who, along with a strong ISTEC supply chain continue to support ISTEC with the ongoing Grey Wolf weapon mount program.” Daniel Chilcott, Business Development Director at Polar said: “We are delighted to have supported ISTEC with supply of this critical assembly for the USAF MH-139A, a fantastic platform enhancing US security and defence.”

In the realm of humanoid robotics, precision is paramount. At Micro-Measurements - Advanced Sensors Technology (Vishay Precision Group), we’re proud to contribute to this cutting-edge field with our state-of-the-art strain gage technology. Here’s how our solutions are tailored to the unique demands of humanoid robotics applications: Sensor Precision and Accuracy: Our sensors deliver the high precision and accuracy required for the complex tasks humanoid robots perform, ensuring continuous force feedback in delicate manipulation and interaction with the environment. Seamless Integration: We understand the complexities of integrating sensors into robotic systems. Our products are designed to be compatible with various robotic hardware and control systems, maintaining a compact and lightweight design. Real-time Feedback for Dynamic Control: As robots interact with their surroundings, our sensors provide immediate and accurate feedback, crucial for real-time control and adaptability. Discover the full potential of our strain gage technology in humanoid robotics. Visit our website for more insights and support for your engineering challenges!

MAPAL draws from its knowledge about components and the market to deliver optimal machining solutions to the automotive industry in the field of electromobility. Global developments, trends and drivers are incorporated into its solution portfolio for focus components like the scroll compressor. The global automotive market will continue to develop in the coming years, with the biggest growth taking place in the realm of electric vehicles. As the share of hybrid and battery-power cars increases, so does the share of vehicles with scroll compressors. This part is used to increase the pressure of the refrigerant in the thermal management system, which keeps the temperature of batteries in check, among other things. These have to be cooled in the summer and heated in the winter. The two spirals, orbit and fixed scrolls, form the heart of the component. They move eccentrically to one another so that the refrigerant is compressed between the spirals towards the centre. MAPAL has defined the scroll compressor as a focus component in the field of electromobility: It has very high demands with respect to the machining quality and is required in large quantities. With specifications that are sometimes less than 20 µm, the form of the scroll spirals and perpendicularity have very tight tolerances. A surface finish with an average roughness depth in the single micrometre range is required for the flawless functionality of both spirals in relation to one another. ----READ MORE ON THE WEBSITE LINK AT TOP OF PAGE----

We have made significant steps in lessening the company’s environmental impact, particularly in the company’s investment in and use of solar energy. We now have solar panels on 3 out of 4 sites, including the latest installation of a 192 panel array on its prepreg manufacturing facility. In total, approaching half of the company’s annual electricity usage is now self-generated solar power: ~130,000 kwh. For the remaining energy usage, we have recently renewed over half of the company’s energy supply contracts to use green energy from renewable sources only and are in the process of converting the remaining supply. Alongside significant manufacturing and operational improvements, PRF is committed to building sustainability into the very heart of its product development programme. We have recently launched the class-leading RP570 FR REEPREG: a fire-retardant, eXpress cure prepreg material made with recycled carbon fibre nonwoven mat. This product is being described in the industry as a major leap forward in improving circularity and reducing environmental impact. Dave Ellson, Managing Director comments on PRF’s new certification: ‘We have been looking at waste elimination and improving circularity by regeneration of waste into a product that can be utilised in the supply chain. We have been investing significantly in this process and have launched our market-leading recycled carbon prepreg product – REEPREG - that offers a viable way forward in replacing some virgin carbon fibre usage and offering prepreg materials that use significantly less energy to process. By obtaining ISO 14001, PRF demonstrates its commitment to the environment, our employees and our neighbours, and our continued commitment to helping our customers achieve sustainability gains as well. It’s really exciting to see the growth and development of PRF in certifications and capabilities.’

We have some exciting team news for this summer to share below: Dietmar Koplin, Head of Operations Dietmar is joining us with years of experience in leading operations management in engineering industries, with a passion for continuous improvement and a great appreciation for the intrinsic values within a family business. Will Goss, Engineering Sales Consultant, GOSS Engineering Solutions Ltd With 20 years experience building quality relationships and delivering results across the engineering sector, Will is set to bring our innovative prepreg materials to new industries and customers, helping them to achieve more. Will begins working with PRF from the end of September. Dave Ellson, MD After 5 years, our MD Dave Ellson will be leaving PRF for pastures new. Dave has chosen to move to a new opportunity that aligns with his professional goals and offers fresh challenges. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Dave for his dedication and contribution to the significant growth of PRF during his tenure and to wish him every success in his next role. We are pleased that he leaves, in his words, with a special place in his heart for PRF. We will also be welcoming Michael into our lab team as Lab Assistant, based at our new Product Development and Innovation centre, and our work experience team member Tom will be rejoining us for his summer placement, working on some of our testing programmes.

PRO-SET® Epoxy is delighted to announce its partnership with Revolution Race Cars. The collaboration supports the manufacture of the latest production model, the 500 EVO, which is competing internationally in the mixed prototype series. This collaboration demonstrates PRO-SET® Epoxy’s position at the forefront of automotive innovation, proven through its performance in demanding motorsport environments.

DynamxMFG streamlines production by enabling rapid rerouting of work orders and efficient management of reworks, helping eliminate bottlenecks and delays. With customizable templates and real-time insights, it reduces issue resolution time by up to 50%, empowering teams to focus only on exceptions and keep production running smoothly. Rapid Rerouting and Efficient Rework Management DynamxMFG enables rapid rerouting of work orders, allowing production teams to quickly respond to changes and efficiently manage reworking and remakes. This flexibility reduces downtime and keeps production flowing smoothly. Eliminate Bottlenecks and Delays By providing clear visibility into production status and potential issues, the system helps eliminate bottlenecks and delays before they impact delivery schedules, improving overall operational efficiency. Significantly Reduce Issue Resolution Time With streamlined workflows and real-time data, DynamxMFG supports up to 50% less time spent resolving production issues, allowing teams to focus on meeting targets and maintaining quality. Adaptable to Evolving Processes Our platform supports evolving manufacturing processes through customizable templates, ensuring it can grow and change alongside your production needs without disruption. Empower Teams to Manage by Exception DynamxMFG empowers production teams to manage by exception, focusing attention only on issues that require intervention. This proactive approach enhances productivity and reduces unnecessary workload.