Insights from Lancereal 

Check out our latest news, read about developments and trends in power transmission technology, and find out more about the events we’re attending and our industry partnerships.  

GSE recap: Electrification is gaining momentum in ground handling and aviation operations

7 October 2026

Our Sales Manager, Matt Hanson, headed over to Lisbon to attend the GSE Expo Europe to get a gauge on the growth in electrification as well as network with leading GSE/airport equipment suppliers under one roof. GSE Expo Europe, which took place 15-17 September at the FIL conference centre in Lisbon,...

Systems integration: our contribution to the manufacturing community

22 September 2026

For almost 40 years we have been a trusted and leading powertrain products provider and systems integrator for industrial and mobile equipment. We work closely with OEMs and parts manufacturers to ensure that we can deliver solutions that are fit for purpose. As we approach National Manufacturing Day, a national event...

Powering the path to decarbonised shipping with bespoke drive solution

14 September 2026

To achieve net zero by 2050, as recommended by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and supported by the UK Department for Transport, decarbonising the maritime industry is vital. But like in many industries, it is no simple task. It requires the scaling up of renewable fuels, transforming ship design and...

Why Mechanical Indexing Still Drives Modern Manufacturing

10 August 2026

In an era dominated by Industry 4.0, smart factories, and servo-driven automation, it would be easy to assume that traditional mechanical indexing systems have become obsolete. Especially with the advances of servo motor technology, which has transformed many areas of industrial automation. However, the flexibility, programmability and rapid reconfiguration that servo motors can deliver have little impact on dedicated production lines manufacturing...

Hillhead recap: Electrification is just the tip of the iceberg in an evolving industry

13 July 2026

Hillhead is the UKs largest exhibition of quarrying, construction and recycling equipment and this year hosted a record 627 exhibitors, of which Lancereal was pleased to be a part of, and welcomed thousands of industry professionals. Laura Hampson, Managing Director – Sales and Business Development, at Lancereal reflects on the...

Driven by motion: How centrifugal brakes are critical when people and goods are in motion

23 June 2026

What is a centrifugal brake? Centrifugal brakes provide automatic, speed-dependent deceleration without requiring external power. It does so through a combination of centrifugal force and friction. As the rotational speed increases, internal weights (flyweights) are thrown outward, pressing friction linings against a stationary outer drum to slow the rotation. Where are centrifugal brakes...

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