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BARA (British Automation and Robot Association) provides a voice for the Robot and Automation Industries when dealing with government, industry, financial and academic institutions.

The aim of the BARA is to promote the use of, and assist in the development of Industrial Robots and Automation in British industry. In 2009, BARA joined forces with Automate UK to become a special interest focus group and has gathered more influence, members and provides more support to the end-user community.

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Vision UK

A comprehensive programme of technical seminars and innovations from world-leading industrial vision companies.

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PPMA Total Show

Book today to exhibit at the UK’s largest processing & packaging machinery event at the NEC in September.

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 Introduction to industrial robots

Introduction to industrial robots

Discover Industrial Robot terminology and their uses.

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Automation explained

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Access a wide range of technical & practical engineering training courses, as well as personal development, leadership, sales and marketing courses. All are available at subsidised prices.

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The PPMA Panel, BARA and UKIVA become Automate UK Processing & Packaging Committee, Automate UK Robotics Council and Automate UK Vision Committee as association continues to unify the manufacturing sector
20/10/2026

The PPMA Panel, BARA and UKIVA become Automate UK Processing & Packaging Committee, Automate UK Robotics Council and Automate UK Vision Committee as association continues to unify the manufacturing sector

Automate UK has announced the evolution of established trade associations the PPMA Panel, BARA and UKIVA into core facets of the organisation as it continues its pioneering work throughout the manufacturing industry.

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Simmatic Has Moved! Members News
07/10/2026

Simmatic Has Moved!

We are excited to announce that Simmatic has moved to new premises in Droitwich, Worcestershire!

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Shrink Wrap vs Vacuum Packing: Choosing the Right Machine Industry news
06/10/2026

Shrink Wrap vs Vacuum Packing: Choosing the Right Machine

The choice of packaging can be the difference between success and failure in meeting the customer’s expectations. With a direct impact on everything from product longevity to quality and perceived value, it’s generally a choice between vacuum and shrink wrapping.

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Securing the Smart Factory: Cybersecurity Best Practices for Automation Industry news
29/09/2026

Securing the Smart Factory: Cybersecurity Best Practices for Automation

From artificial intelligence to robotics and machine vision, manufacturers realise they must invest in these technologies to stay competitive.

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How Cybersecurity Compliance is Shaping the Future of UK Manufacturing Industry news
29/09/2026

How Cybersecurity Compliance is Shaping the Future of UK Manufacturing

As with the wider world, the manufacturing sector is going through rapid and major change. Factories are becoming more connected, more automated, and more data-driven in industry 4.0.

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From x-ray tech to ink and print: The production, processing and packaging developments being demonstrated at the PPMA Show® 2026 Industry news
10/09/2026

From x-ray tech to ink and print: The production, processing and packaging developments being demonstrated at the PPMA Show® 2026

With the UK’s largest processing and packaging machinery, robotics and industrial vision event, the PPMA Show® 2026, just one month away, organisers Automate UK have released further details on some of the solutions being showcased by exhibitors to resolve some of the key issues being faced throughout the sector.

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North East Manufacturing Innovation Forum: Then, Now & Next Members News
10/09/2026

North East Manufacturing Innovation Forum: Then, Now & Next

Whether businesses are already using automation, exploring robotics for the first time, or simply looking for ways to overcome operational challenges, improve quality, and increase productivity, this forum will provide practical insights from industry, technology, finance, and safety experts.

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Manufacturing Robotics and BS EN ISO 9001:2026: Building Quality into the Factory of the Future Industry news
28/08/2026

Manufacturing Robotics and BS EN ISO 9001:2026: Building Quality into the Factory of the Future

How BS EN ISO 9001:2026 helps manufacturers manage risk, maintain consistency and get more value from robotics, turning automation into a genuine driver of long-term quality.

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