Ideal Heating’s commitment to employee wellbeing has been recognised in prestigious national awards. The UK heating industry market leader was honoured with the Manufacturing Matters prize at the Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2025. This award is focused on businesses which have had a positive societal impact as a result of their practices and/or products. The […]
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Locit, a leading manufacturer of steel lockers and innovative storage solutions, is embarking on the next phase of its digital transformation with the appointment of a new operations director. Sarah Mooney is set to drive operational excellence by harnessing cutting-edge technology and data analytics, heralding a transformative new chapter for the company. With decades of experience […]
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As part of their ongoing partnership, ABB and Samsung Electronics today announced the upcoming integration of ABB’s InSite energy management system into Samsung’s SmartThings and SmartThings Pro platforms, marking a significant advancement in smart building technology. Building on the previous incorporation of the ABB-free@home® smart home system into SmartThings, this advancement allows users to easily visualize, […]
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Farnell shares investment in stock to meet market demand with switches from all leading brands, including its private label Multicomp Pro range. Switches are crucial in many settings, but the type of switch required is dependent on the speed and demand of a network. For example, enterprise-level businesses may need high-speed switches with uplink ports […]
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Insights from a successful partnership between Xylem and Yorkshire Water, that has led to 51% reduction in reactive pumping station visits, will be shared during an online innovation showcase. Facilitated by Spring Innovation, the event takes place on 18 February 2025. It will explore Yorkshire Water’s Dynamic Asset Maintenance Programme, which has enabled the company […]
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Maxflow, a Northern Ireland-based manufacturer of industrial pressure washers and power products, is accelerating its growth with a finance package issued by Ulster Bank and guaranteed by UK Export Finance (UKEF), the government’s export credit agency. This partnership supports Maxflow to expand its operations, enter new export markets, and grow its customer base. With over […]
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Supply chain disruptions, driven by factors like natural disasters, geopolitical conflicts, and economic uncertainties, pose significant challenges for manufacturers. These disruptions highlight the need for robust risk management strategies that protect production timelines, minimise downtime, and ensure access to critical materials. Proactive supply chain management has evolved from a strategic advantage to a critical necessity. […]
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2024 was a year of outstanding growth for RVT Group; they were not only awarded a certificate for being the 14th fastest growing company in Kent, but also opened a brand-new 35,000 sq ft warehouse facility in Sheffield. The Sheffield depot will act as their Northern fulfilment centre, and the Kent depot will act as […]
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An innovative Somerset-based British air filter manufacturer that sells to businesses internationally is investing in extending its headquarters in Bridgwater to help cover growing demand for its products worldwide (January 2025). Family-owned and run manufacturing and services company Jasun Envirocare is spending £300,000 to add to its Riverside House premises as part of its ongoing […]
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Manufacturing SMEs in West Yorkshire are missing out on a boost in productivity thanks to a lack of knowledge in strategy development, training, financial management, data driven operations and digital transformation. ew report by Oxford Innovation Advice, who support hundreds of companies in the region through the West Yorkshire Good Growth and Made Smarter Digital […]
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