Manufacturer showcases innovative glove at show

A FAMILY-RUN manufacturing company from Petersfield is one of just 100 companies to have won a place in an exhibition of the most cutting-edge innovations in business today.
By The Newsroom
Published 26th Oct 2016, 05:55 BST
Updated 27th Oct 2016, 17:12 BST
Haptics VR prototype at Innovate 2016Haptics VR prototype at Innovate 2016
Haptics VR prototype at Innovate 2016

Morgan Innovation and Technology was selected to showcase its innovation to 2,500 attendees at Innovate 2016 on November 2 in Manchester.

Morgan IAT, in conjunction with the University of Southampton, is developing an innovative system for the hand that will provide people with a sense of touch.

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The product could be used in stroke rehabilitation, virtual reality, augmented reality gaming and other interactive applications.

Innovate UK chief executive Ruth Mckernan said: ‘Innovate 2016 will be an excellent opportunity for Morgan IAT to showcase the Haptics glove to a national and international audience.

‘I congratulate Morgan IAT on its success in winning a place and look forward to their involvement in our annual flagship show.’

Innovate 2016 is the UK’s largest multi-sector innovation event and is organised by Innovate UK and the Department for International Trade.

It creates opportunities for export and investment for the UK’s most innovative companies.

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