In a landmark announcement at this year’s Farnborough International Airshow (FIA 2024), ASG Group, the global aerospace manufacturing conglomerate headquartered in Manchester, has unveiled its largest-ever group order book, marking a significant milestone in the company’s history. The multi-million-pound orders, facilitated through collaborations with major global aerospace OEMs, signify a significant growth for the group […]
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Following a £1.5m investment from Finance Yorkshire, a website update, gaining of ISO 9001 and a rebrand last year, BPI is now in a unique position to help UK companies make a step change in their circular economy credentials. The newly refreshed website, www.bpiauctions.com, brings together BPI Asset Disposal, BPI Auctions, and BPI Asset Advisory […]
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Ensuring the UK has sufficient levels of renewable energy to meet its needs is only possible with suitable energy storage infrastructure – and University of Manchester experts are working to provide a “future-proof” solution. In a new article published by Policy@Manchester, Professor Robert Dryfe highlights the importance of Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) technologies – […]
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Measuring technical mirrors is a constant challenge in the optics industry. With special sensors and measuring systems, Micro-Epsilon can help solve these tasks with the highest precision. With a deep understanding of the complexity and importance of surface characterisation of technical mirrors, Micro-Epsilon is pushing the boundaries of precision and optimising measurement processes for applications […]
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A major competition designed to get more young people involved in manufacturing has recognised the talented engineers of the future. The Design & Make Challenge 2024, which is organised and run by the Manufacturing Assembly Network (MAN), attracted nearly 100 pupils from 15 schools in what is one of the largest independent STEM events ever […]
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Factory simulation helps Scottish confectioner hit the sweet spot Manufacturing improvements could enable Aldomak to make tonnes more fudge per day An advanced digital replica of its Glasgow confectionery factory could help family-run business, Aldomak, streamline manufacturing processes and increase capacity, creating as much as 2,400 kilograms of sweet treats daily from a single production […]
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The energy sector is being driven by the need for decarbonisation and the increasing demand for electricity. In this article, Kelly Cole, General Manager for Electric Power at Finning UK & Ireland, explores the challenges and opportunities in energy, providing valuable insights into how companies can thrive. Challenges in renewable energy expansion The renewable energy […]
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Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, welcomed eight technology pioneers to the Made Smarter Innovation Sustainability Accelerator to improve resource and energy efficiency in UK manufacturing. Working with industry leaders BAE Systems, HS2 and Creagh Concrete, the participating companies will receive support from innovation experts at Digital Catapult to co-develop solutions that […]
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Screw in type K temperature sensors with a measuring range of -75 to +250°C and 1 metre PFA flat pair lead wire. Available with process thread options 1/4 BSPP, 1/2 BSPP & 1/4 & 1/2 NPT for direct mounting into vessels, pipes, tanks, or ducting for liquid or gas temperature measurement. With standard diameters of […]
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Space-Comm Expo Scotland has unveiled a world class lineup of keynote speakers from across government, aerospace, defence and academia for the inaugural event taking place at the SEC Glasgow September 11-12. The biggest space industry event ever held in Scotland will be hosted by Executive Chair of Space-Comm Expo, Will Whitehorn, former President of Virgin […]
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