Conservatory Outlet has signed one of the largest deals in its history today after it extended its long-term partnership with a leading West Midlands home improvement specialist. The Wakefield-based manufacturer put pen to paper on a new five-year contract with 5 Star Windows that is worth an estimated £20m between now and 2027. This will […]
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In a constantly fluid economy, continuous innovation is a primary focus for the manufacturing industry in order to maintain its footing. Titan Enterprises has been manufacturing optimised liquid flow metering solutions for more than 40 years. Supplying a diverse range of industries, Titan’s design and engineering expertise is fundamental to the company’s success. Trevor Forster, […]
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Visitors to Drives and Controls 2022 (NEC, Birmingham 5 – 7 April) will once again be able to network and exchange information on the latest developments in all areas of design engineering. A show highlight will be the Oriental Motor (UK) stand (J110) which will be showcasing the AZ Series which supports the popular communications […]
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Almost 60% of manufacturing businesses have considered how IT can help them be more sustainable, according to new industry research. The research, which was carried out by leading IT provider, Digital Space, surveyed over 1,000 representatives, to highlight the valuable role IT has in reducing corporate environmental impact. The findings found that 59% of manufacturers […]
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Investing in a major digital transformation programme has helped one of the UK’s leading fabricators of windows, doors, home extensions and conservatory products to bounce back from global supply chain disruption and rising energy prices. Wakefield-based Conservatory Outlet, which supplies a 27-strong network of home improvement retailers across England and Scotland, is now back at […]
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Industrial Tooling Corporation (ITC) has now introduced a new solid end milling platform that offers an affordable series of cutting tools that demonstrate performance and reliability in steel, stainless steel and cast iron applications. The new WIDIA WCE solid carbide end milling platform delivers a cost-effective solution with high performance and reliability to suit small […]
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10 leading UK universities now part of academic community 470 learners benefit from industrial experience and digital skills in current academic year Connected Curriculum, Siemens’ innovative teaching programme integrating technology into the higher education curriculum, has expanded its university partnerships bringing its total to 10 leading UK universities. Launched in 2019, the initiative supports academic […]
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A driverless shuttle, owned by Solihull Council and designed and built in Coventry, made its debut in the grounds of a UK airport for the first time this week. Aurrigo, which employs over 70 people at its Advanced Engineering Centre, will deploy its 10-seater Auto-Shuttle alongside live traffic on the roads of Birmingham Airport. The […]
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A major high-profile appointment is set to help a Midlands hygiene specialist realise a £multi-million opportunity for its revolutionary sanitising solution. Room Shield, which was formed by entrepreneurs John Donnelly and Kevin Parr, has attracted Hamish Taylor as a Board Advisor to help it build a clear marketing story for its Surface Shield HOCL (hypochlorous […]
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This International Women’s Day, Lila Thompson, chief executive of British Water looks at how increasing inclusion of women in the water sector is better for business and the wider community. A World Bank report, released in 2019, identified a lack of women in technical and managerial positions in water utilities and a recent Energy & Utilities […]
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