The perfect fit for bulk packers

Bulk packers stand to reap the full benefits of highly flexible, automated fit-to-size boxing technology by being able to flip from runs of thousands of identical boxes to a variety of individually sized packages, using different flute types, all on the fly. By Jo Bradley, Business Development Manager at Sparck Technologies A growing number of […]

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BKT earns the highest recognition for the fourth year in a row

‘Excellent Level’ certification has been confirmed again for the year 2025 under the Caterpillar ‘Supplier Excellence Recognition (SER)’ program. Balkrishna Industries Ltd (BKT), one of the world’s leading Off-Highway tire manufacturers, has been awarded the “Excellence Level” for the fourth consecutive year. The accolade is part of the global Supplier Excellence Recognition (SER) program by […]

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Offsite manufacturer expands successful apprenticeship programme

Offsite manufacturing specialist, Premier Modular, has expanded its apprenticeship programme to include three additional business divisions – now offering placements across all business divisions.     Opening up apprenticeships in its commercial, planning and stores teams, Premier Modular is welcoming two quantity surveyors, a document controller and a business admin. This expansion forms part of its long-term […]

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What Manufacturers Can Learn from Recent High-Profile Cyber Attacks

Cyber threats are no longer just an IT issue – they’re a boardroom concern, especially for manufacturers. In recent months, several high-profile cyber-attacks have brought major UK businesses to a standstill – disrupting supply chains, halting production and putting customer data at risk. These incidents are a powerful reminder that cyber threats are growing in […]

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adi Group Celebrates Nine Years of Its Pioneering Pre-Apprenticeship Scheme

Multi-disciplinary firm adi Group is celebrating the beginning of another year of its pre-apprenticeship scheme, which has successfully helped a number of young people embark on a rewarding engineering career. Founder, Alan Lusty, launched the scheme in 2016 with the ambition to revolutionise the future of engineering and help resolve issues around youth skills development […]

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26 finalists unveiled for the ECI Training and Development Awards 2025

The finalists for the 13th annual Engineering Construction Industry (ECI) Training & Development Awards have been unveiled as excitement builds towards the prestigious ceremony on Thursday 6 November. The event, organised by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), will bring together industry leaders, as well as the rising stars of tomorrow, for a celebration […]

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Dugard Announce Strategic Restructuring to Drive Growth

As an industry-leading UK machine tool distributor, Dugard has announced a strategic restructuring that has transformed the company from a complex shareholder structure to a focused three-director leadership team. The new structure features Eric Dugard alongside Sales Director Colin Thomson and Managing Director Jamie Young, all of whom are active operational leaders within the business. […]

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