Building surveyors have for many years contended with the time and cost limitations of using the heat-flux plate method to calculate a building’s U-value, a measure of how well a wall, roof or floor resists heat transfer. But now, a faster, easier and more cost-effective technology is set to change the way surveyors quantify the […]
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The year is 1985. Live Aid was on TV, mobile phones were the size of bricks and the idea of remote robotic surgery or responsive prosthetics was the stuff of science fiction. It was also the year that precision gearbox manufacturer, Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS) and, German drive system specialist, FAULHABER started their partnership. Here, […]
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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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“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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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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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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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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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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CloudNC announces that its CAM Assist solution is now used by over 1,000 machine shops and machinists worldwide, who use the solution’s AI to accelerate the programming of CNC machines, making them more efficient. Now, CloudNC is launching CAM Assist 2.0, a major upgrade to its AI solution that accelerates the CAM programming journey from CAD […]
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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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