Global cricket ball manufacturer uses automation with a vision system for efficiency and upskilling Under the laws of cricket, it is illegal for players to rub any substance other than saliva and sweat onto the ball, let alone scuffing it with their fingernails. Similarly, strict rules apply to the manufacturing of cricket balls. Here’s how […]
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Claire Umney has been appointed as the new Managing Director for Alwayse Engineering Ltd (Alwayse). Based in Aston, Birmingham, Alwayse is the world leader in ball transfer units and currently exports to 60 countries. For over 80 years, its products have been used throughout industry to facilitate the precise, multi-directional movement of loads of up […]
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A surge in demand for specialist metals and materials to support global R&D projects has seen Goodfellow hit a new export milestone. The majority of the company’s current revenue is now sent overseas to 60 different countries and it is planning for a further 50% boost in the Iberian market after signing a new distribution […]
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Manufacturer found fame rejecting BBC Dragons’ Den investor and now success with tech adoption programme A honey manufacturer says it will double growth and create five new jobs after investing in automation, with the support of Made Smarter. Just Bee Honey, based in Trafford Park, Greater Manchester, makes a variety of flavoured and vitamin infused […]
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Semiconductor technology firm IceMOS Technology is among the 2024 winners of the Department for Business and Trade’s (DBT) Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards announced today. Now in their second year, the awards celebrate the international sales success of small-medium businesses across the UK and provide a stepping stone for further growth and […]
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Dan Lee, who has 15 years’ experience at the helm of high-performing asset-based industrial services businesses, has been appointed CEO of Workdry International (“Workdry”), the leading provider of engineered asset rental solutions for the handling and treatment of water and wastewater. Dan will work closely with Arcus Infrastructure Partners (“Arcus”), a leading European infrastructure investment […]
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A leading battery technology manufacturer has announced the successful commissioning of the world’s most advanced laser welding machine, which is now fully operational at its UK facility. The installation and operation of the IPG Photonics EV Flex welder is a significant milestone for Alexander Battery Technologies, which marks its 40th anniversary this year. The state-of-the-art […]
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A 180-year-old home’s heating system has been revolutionised with the introduction of an air source heat pump, combating concerns that heat pumps are unsuitable for older buildings. Leading manufacturer of renewable heating technology, STIEBEL ELTRON UK, provided its knowledge, support and heat pump hardware to transform the building’s heating system. The project saw The Willows, […]
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Happy Birthday! April marks a significant milestone for the Axil team, as they celebrate six years of delivering industry-leading total waste management solutions, accompanied by an outstanding 570% surge in growth. Axil was founded by Managing Director, Edward Pigg, in March 2018. He set out with a clear vision that industries needed more when it […]
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As part of its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and impact on the environment, McBride, the leading European manufacturer and supplier of Private Label and Contract Manufactured cleaning products, has appointed Helen Herd as Group Head of Sustainability. Prior to this appointment, Helen was the lead for Product Development and Marketing for the Liquid […]
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