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West Midlands manufacturing SMEs positioned for global growth after ‘Breaking into Defence’ event
More than 60 ambitious manufacturers from the West Midlands gathered recently for a special event designed to accelerate SME participation in international defence markets and to strengthen the UK’s sovereign defence capability. “Breaking into Defence: Enter Overseas Markets with the Ministry of Defence”, which was delivered by Oxford Innovation Advice, directly addressed key priorities championed […]
Manufacturing
Microchip Increases Manufacturing Capacity of its Hydrogen Masers
A hydrogen maser is an atomic clock that uses properties of hydrogen atoms to emit precise microwave frequencies for highly stable and precise timekeeping. Hydrogen masers are deployed globally and actively contribute to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for the time of day, synchronizing critical applications such as power grids, cell phone networks […]
Events & Awards News
INTRODUCING AUTOMATE UK WEEK 2027
Automate UK has announced the launch of Automate UK Week, an ambitious proposition for 2027 bringing its award-winning manufacturing, vision, processing and packaging events together to create an overarching experience for visitors and exhibitors alike. Already the force behind the UK’s leading events for the industrial automation sector, the organisation will showcase the best technologies […]
Company News
Nimbus Launches Winterthur Technology Group, Ushering in a New Era for Precision Grinding
Nimbus has completed its acquisition of 3M’s Precision Grinding & Finishing (PG&F) business, which now operates as Winterthur Technology Group (formerly part of 3M). The company begins a new, independent phase, focused on innovation, high-performance solutions, and a customer-first approach across industries worldwide. Renowned for its precision grinding technologies and tailored solutions, Winterthur Technology Group […]
Your future in the Nuclear Industry
Postgraduate training that is personalised, flexible and taught by experts – that is what’s on offer from the Nuclear Technology Education Consortium (NTEC), whose unique course aims to create the UK’s next generation of nuclear experts, with the skills to secure a sustainable and safe nuclear industry. Seven educational organisations in the UK who work together as […]
Product News
Alva Industries Expands SlimTorq™ Portfolio with New STM-190-35 Motor Size
Alva Industries (Alva), a manufacturer of frameless motors and the creator of FiberPrinting™ technology, has announced the launch of SlimTorq™ STM-190-35, a new larger size in its SlimTorq™ frameless, slotless motor portfolio. The STM-190-35 expands the STM range with increased torque capability and precision, enabling demanding direct-drive applications where performance, compactness, and design flexibility are […]
Features & Interviews
Environmental Conditions That Impact Industrial Lighting Reliability
By Dialight and Agilix Solutions Industrial environments push equipment to its limits. High temperatures, airborne contaminants, vibration, and corrosive exposure are common realities inside many facilities. While these conditions are typically considered when specifying heavy machinery or process equipment, lighting is often overlooked. Yet lighting systems operate continuously within these same demanding environments. When fixtures […]
Latest Trends & Technology
Laser cleaning arrives in UK after WEP investment
Wolverhampton Electro Plating (WEP) has become the first metal finisher in the UK to invest in groundbreaking new laser technology for cleaning and pre-treatment of parts. WEP, part of the Anochrome Group, has taken delivery of a SLCR Lasertechnik LAMA™ machine, which effectively cleans nuts, bolts and parts in bulk prior to coating without the […]





