SMC Corporation (UK)

Positioning precision, dependable clamping, versatility and innovation combined in a compact solution: SMC’s pin clamp cylinder with auto-switch. SMC’s C(L)KQG/P series now incorporates an auto switch mountable on 4 surfaces for improved design flexibility. As you’d expect from the UK and global market leader, versatility comes as standard thanks to a choice of over 50 types of guide pins from Ø12.5 to Ø30mm diameter, to clamp up to 7 different types of workpiece. Get in touch to specify your choice now: speak to your local Sales Consultant, call us on 0330 311 6689 or simply email [email protected] Read more: https://bit.ly/CLKQG-P #pinclamp #positioningcylinder #autoswitch #innovation #automation #automotive #manufacturing #smc

Is precision and accuracy a key factor in your manufacturing processes? Are you experiencing rejected parts because they’re not repeatable or out of tolerance? By using SMC’s wide range of versatile clamping and locating products you’re assured of impressive accuracy down to a tenth of a millimetre. You’ll also benefit from less time lost to costly reworks - meaning an increase in your productivity. Versatility comes as standard, with all our products offering a range of variations including a wide range of stroke and bore sizes. It’s nothing less than you’d expect from the UK and global market leader. Find out which solution is right for your application: email [email protected], call us on 0330 311 6689 or simply speak to your local sales engineer. #clampcylinders #automotive #bodyinwhite #automation #manufacturing #harshenvironments

Are you satisfied with your people, quality, velocity and cost KPIs? SMC’s services include so much more than simply providing automation solutions. With more than three decades of experience in process improvement our Productivity Expert, Neil Hutton, can analyse your business leadership, teams and processes and suggest refinements to produce improvements. Neil helped one of our customers boost their output by 50% after applying the improvement cycle – which can be used on any part of your business - no special equipment needed. Will yours be the next business that we help boost their performance with process improvements? Let’s get started: email [email protected], call 0330 311 6689 or speak to your local Sales Consultant. #ProcessImprovement #SixSigma #lean #continuousimprovement #leansixsigma

Do you trust your machines to maintain precise vacuum pressure in your manufacturing operations? The solution is SMC’s ITV series vacuum regulators – simple, smart control for your applications. Instantaneous, remote monitoring is achieved via its compatibility with many communication protocols, meaning you’re always in control. And easy integration comes as standard thanks to the compact footprint of this lightweight, low power solution - and its IP67 rating means it’s also suitable for wet and washdown applications. Intrigued? Show us your vacuum challenge and we’ll show you the simple, smart solution. Give us a call at 0330 311 6689, drop us an email to [email protected] or get in touch with your local SMC Sales Consultant. Discover the detail: https://lnkd.in/eUZ9BrNK #automation #vacuumcontrol #manufacturing #uk #smc #marketleader #innovation #solutions

SMC UK was delighted to once again sponsor the STEM Award at the 2024 Milton Keynes Education Awards. This annual event recognises the achievements of schools and organisations across the city who provide children with the learning experiences they need. This year’s STEM Award was won by Janelle Harrier-Wilson of The Hazeley Academy in a glittering ceremony held at Stadium MK. Janelle is shown receiving her award from TV celebrity Louis Spence and SMC UK’s Finance & Accounting Manager, Lewis Williams. All of us at SMC send our congratulations to Janelle on this recognition – keep up the great work! #STEM #education #MKEA24

SMC works hard to maintain effective relationships with our UK-wide network of sales partners – so we were delighted to welcome some of the Routeco end-user sales team to our UK HQ recently for a familiarisation tour. As well as seeing our impressive manufacturing and logistics facilities first-hand, our guests toured the Innovations Centre showroom, with colleagues on hand to demonstrate the capabilities of SMC’s market-leading automation solutions. Discover our country-wide network of sales partners who can help to find you the most appropriate SMC solutions for your automation challenges: https://lnkd.in/dWyMjVfQ #automation #manufacturing #salespartners #routeco #oem #mro #enduser #innovation Richard Weir | Routeco

How do you know if your compressed air system for manufacturing is running at its most efficient level – and not silently wasting money with undetected leaks? There’s a saying that “if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it”: SMC’s Air Management System gives you complete visualisation of your factory air supply, allowing you to identify, investigate and rectify anomalies quickly. By incorporating the Air Management System, OEMs can gain a competitive advantage by offering their customers an efficient and cost-saving solution. Discover how SMC’s Air Management System can help you cut costs, improve output quality and gain a competitive advantage: simply email [email protected], call 0330 311 6689 or speak to your local Sales Consultant. #AirManagementSystem #CompressedAir #manufacturing #OEM #EndUser #automation #SMC Richard Weston | British Fluid Power Association (BFPA) | GAMBICA | Automate UK

Just a few of the automation solutions SMC customers can use to help them drive down costs, improve output and OEE and meet sustainable development goals, on show today with one of our customers. An on-site exhibition at your facility means you're not restricted to looking at images on a website or in a catalogue - you can see the parts for yourself, to help you visualise how they'll fit into a new or existing system or machine. So if you can't make it to our showroom, we'll come to you - get in touch for more details: simply email [email protected] or have a chat with your local SMC Sales Consultant, and we'll do the rest! #automation #manufacturing #oem #exhibition #smc

How can you guarantee precision and repeatability when automating your manufacturing processes? Do you need easy control with a compact footprint? Or maybe you’re interested in an alternative to a pneumatic cylinder? SMC’s rod-type electric actuators are the answer to these challenges. With impressive positioning accuracy and repeatability - every single time, whether your workpiece is large or small. From parallel I/O to fieldbus protocol, the choice of control method is yours – this versatile solution can be used where no compressed air supply is present. Call us on 0330 311 6689 and lets make a move. Impressive accuracy and flexibility all in one package? It’s nothing less than you’d expect from the UK and global market leader. https://lnkd.in/eCWsNNyt #electricactuator #energyefficient #actuators #manufacturing #automation #smc #LEYseries #EQYseries

How can you improve the performance and reliability of your machines in temperature-specific applications? SMC’s HRS400 standard circulating fluid temperature controller provides peace of mind via precision, with temperature stability of 0.1°C between  the set temperature range of 5 to 35°C. Stay in control of your processes thanks to the HRS400’s digital outputs, providing real-time, remote monitoring. The HRS400 can be used in a wide range of applications, from bulk handling to water treatment, and even cryogenic chillers – with worldwide support thanks to SMC’s presence in over 80 countries. It’s nothing less than you’d expect from the UK and global market leader in automation solutions. Check out this short explainer film then get in touch to discover how HRS400 can work for you: email [email protected], call 0330 311 6689 or speak to your local Sales Consultant. #chiller #temperaturecontrol #HRS400 #digitaloutput #bulkhandling #watertreatment #globalsupport #smc #smcuk