June 4 / 2026
Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: A Strategic Roadmap
Manufacturing has never stood still for long, but the pace of change over the last few years has caught many businesses off guard. Rising...
March 5 / 2026
Advantex Shortlisted for SME of the Year at the NEAA Awards
Advantex is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for the SME of the Year Award at the upcoming North East Automotive Alliance...
January 28 / 2026
Predictive Maintenance in the Manufacturing Industry
What is Predictive Maintenance? Predictive maintenance enters the industry as a critical tool for modern manufacturing, assisting teams to shift focus from reactive maintenance...
January 22 / 2026
Agile Manufacturing Explained
The manufacturing industry faces unprecedented challenges. Customer requirements are changing fast, the supply chain continues to fluctuate, and the product life cycle keeps shrinking....
January 21 / 2026
Internet of Things (IoT) in Manufacturing
The Internet of Things describes an emerging ecosystem of connected devices that collect, share, and analyse information. Sensors, cameras, machinery, and even building systems...
December 11 / 2025
What Is a Smart Factory? Definition and Benefits
It’s the new wave in manufacturing. Smart factories combine automation, real-time data, and intelligent analytics to create highly efficient, adaptive production ecosystems. In this...
October 9 / 2025
Milestone 2025 Product Launch Round-Up
As a Milestone Premier Partner, Advantex has a front-row seat to where video management is heading, and why it matters for security and operations....
June 30 / 2025
Webinar | AI-Driven Analytics for Smarter Manufacturing, 3rd July
Advantex is pleased to announce the next instalment in its popular Smart Manufacturing Webinar Series, titled “Transforming Manufacturing with AI-Driven Video Analytics”, taking place...
June 23 / 2025
AI + Rule Engine: The Smart Factory’s New Power Duo
In our previous article, we explored how rule engines enable manufacturers to automate responses to real-world events—helping to reduce downtime, improve safety, and remove...
June 17 / 2025
What Is A Video Management Systems Rule Engine?
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environments, video surveillance is no longer just about keeping an eye on things—it’s about responding in real time. With advances...
May 20 / 2025
The Smart Factory Trio: MQTT / OPC UA, Audio-over-IP & VMS
In an era where efficiency, safety, and agility are paramount, manufacturing facilities are rapidly turning to intelligent technologies to future-proof their operations. Traditional surveillance...
April 30 / 2025
How IP Cameras Are Driving Predictive Analytics in Manufacturing
Once considered passive observers, IP cameras have evolved into dynamic tools that support real-time decision-making and drive predictive analytics in modern manufacturing environments. With...
March 19 / 2025
Advantex wins security tech solution for new carbon energy centre
A North East IT specialist has won a major contract with renewable energy company Vital Energi to deliver a new security and surveillance solution...
January 8 / 2025
Winds of success blow with latest project win at UK’s Largest Wind Turbine Manufacturing Facility
IT specialist Advantex has secured a significant contract with SES Engineering Services to provide security and surveillance at the UK’s largest wind turbine manufacturing...
October 1 / 2024
Advantex delivers five figure cutting-edge IT Infrastructure and security upgrades for PCCA UK
Tech specialist Advantex, has successfully delivered a major IT infrastructure and security overhaul for PCCA, a global manufacturer and distributor of personalised medicines. This...
September 11 / 2024
Navigating the Evolution from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0
The manufacturing sector is on the cusp of a transformative evolution. Industry 4.0, characterised by the integration of cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things...
July 11 / 2024
Industry 4.0 in Manufacturing
Manufacturing industries have always led progress. Steam power transformed industries, cutting costs to the point where ordinary people had more consumer options. Electrification, assembly...
April 15 / 2024
Unleashing Manufacturing Excellence with Meraki MV Cameras
In the dynamic landscape of modern manufacturing, staying ahead requires not just cutting-edge technology but also intelligent solutions that seamlessly integrate into operational workflows....