MAPAL to Showcase Innovative Tooling Solutions at Advanced Engineering 2025

On stand N182 at Advanced Engineering leading tooling experts MAPAL will be presenting a range of their latest innovative tooling solutions with a focus on Aerospace, Automotive, and Fluid Power sectors. Key highlights include: The UNIQ DReaM Chuck 4.5° – Now available in new lengths and interfaces. The OptiMill-Tro-Inox trochoidal milling cutter – Specially designed […]

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Made in Britain to ‘champion UK manufacturing’ on national events tour

“Manufacturing connects more than components.” Made in Britain is standing up for excellence in British manufacturing this Autumn at some of the UK’s most influential industry, political, and trade events. From party conferences to rail and engineering exhibitions, the not-for-profit organisation will use each stage to amplify the voices and impact of its 2,200+ members […]

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Employers wanted as In-Comm Training celebrate 200-strong ‘talent pool’

One of the UK’s leading engineering and manufacturing apprenticeship providers is urging companies in the Black Country, Birmingham and Shropshire to continue tapping into a 200-strong talent pool to help ease recruitment worries. In-Comm Training, which operates two state-of-the-art technical academies in Aldridge and Telford, had the biggest collection of young people looking for vocational […]

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UltiMaker Introduces Secure Line from the S series, Defense-Grade 3D Printing for High-Security, On-Demand Production

The Secure Line transforms additive manufacturing into a frontline tactical capability across any environment. UltiMaker, a global leader in 3D printing for defense, manufacturing, and education, today announces the launch of its new Secure Line of 3D printing products built for defense and high-security environments. Leading at launch are the UltiMaker S6 Secure and UltiMaker […]

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How Manufacturers Can Turn Real-Time Data into Productivity Gains

Every machine, line, and logistics system across UK manufacturing sites continuously generates data, but despite the scale of digital capture, much of that information never translates into action. Nearly half (46%) of manufacturers report that integration and data challenges are holding back automation and productivity, and while 74% of manufacturers consider real-time data essential, many […]

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Ripple effect of digital transformation creates rural manufacturing powerhouse

Digital drive, backed by Made Smarter, unites five companies on one industrial estate to embrace technology for growth and job creation A ripple effect of digital transformation is sweeping through a rural industrial estate where five manufacturers are modernising operations with support from Made Smarter. The government-funded programme, which helps SMEs adopt technologies and embrace […]

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Pre-Met on the charge with £500,000 ‘QSP’ relocation

Pre-Met has invested £500,000 into relocating the operations and welding technology of Quality Springs & Pressings (QSP) – a business it bought at the start of January. The leading metal pressings and stamping specialist has upgraded factory-wide electrical supply, freed up 10,000 sq ft of production space and created dedicated welding bays to support new […]

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This Week: The Entire Metals Supply Chain Meets at UK Metals Expo, NEC Birmingham

The UK’s only dedicated metals marketplace returns to the NEC Birmingham this Wednesday and Thursday with over 320 exhibitors and 140 expert speakers, offering solutions for rising costs and supply chain issues featuring Tata Steel, Hydro Aluminium, Bridgnorth Aluminium, EMR, ArcelorMittal and many more. This Wednesday and Thursday, 10th and11th September, the NEC Birmingham will […]

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IGD Launches Allergen Risk Assessment Template to Drive Consistency Across Food Supply Chain  

New guidance developed in consultation with industry leaders aims to transform allergen process management   IGD has announced the launch of its new allergen risk assessment template and accompanying guidance. This significant initiative is set to bring greater consistency in allergen procedures and support improved food safety for allergy sufferers nationwide. With food allergies and intolerances […]

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