At the UK Metals Expo on the 10th and 11th September, Kerf Developments will be emphasising why it is the industry-leading manufacturer and supplier of oxy/fuel, plasma, waterjet and fiber laser cutting machines. With an audience from the metals, manufacturing and construction supply chains descending upon the Birmingham NEC, Kerf will present its latest innovations […]
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A Black Country toolmaker that is a ‘fantastic ambassador’ for vocational learning has been crowned as the Outstanding Apprentice of the Year. Accura Engineering’s Ethan Austin beat off the challenge of more than 100 of his peers to secure the top title at the In-Comm Training Awards in Birmingham on Friday More than 420 people […]
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SYS Systems has reported a 350% surge in sales in the dental market, as thousands of patients take advantage of the power of additive manufacturing. The Derby-based company is working with an increasing number of clinics and laboratories across the UK to install Stratasys’ J5 DentaJet™ printers to create removable dentures that deliver unrivalled aesthetic […]
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Government-backed programme empowers manufacturers to embrace digital transformation, creating 1,850 new jobs and upskilling 3,300 workers Made Smarter, the movement accelerating the digital transformation of SME manufacturers, has reached a landmark — funding its 400th technology adoption project in the North West. The milestone was achieved after 25 more companies secured support to invest in […]
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Engineering firm adi Group is championing sustainability in engineering by launching a week-long campaign in celebration of Net Zero Week 2025. Recognising the vital role the engineering sector plays in the transition to a low-carbon future, adi is hosting a series of internal and external events designed to inspire action, spark innovation, and accelerate progress […]
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Upgraded telemetry technology helped Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water manage an unprecedented volume of alarms during a major weather event, writes Julian Booth, SCADA service delivery manager, Ovarro On 7-8 December 2024, Storm Darragh brought heavy rain and 93mph winds to much of Wales, leaving 95,000 homes without power and communities severely impacted by flooding, fallen […]
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Latest achievements highlight over 60 years of space heritage and commitment to high-reliability, radiation-tolerant technology for next-generation satellite and avionics systems. Continuing to support the evolving needs of space system developers, Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) has announced two new milestones for its Radiation-Tolerant (RT) PolarFire® technology: MIL-STD-883 Class B and QML Class Q qualification of […]
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Attributed to Michelle Reece, Director at ABS Limited. It’s a little known fact, that the companies which succeed with their technology investments aren’t necessarily those with the largest budgets or most advanced systems. They’re usually the ones that prioritise the human element – specifically, recruitment and training – as foundational components of their digital transformation. […]
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Multi-disciplinary engineering contractor Spencer Group has been recognised for its dedication to employee wellbeing, social responsibility and fostering young talent. Spencer Group claimed the award for Best Place to Work – Contractor in the prestigious New Civil Engineer Awards 2025. The award recognises a business that has implemented exemplary initiatives to improve the wellbeing of […]
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Midlands-based multidisciplinary engineering firm adi Group proudly celebrated the achievements of its latest cohort of pre-apprenticeship students on Thursday 3rd July, with a graduation ceremony held at its Kings Norton headquarters in Birmingham. The event marked the conclusion of another successful year for adi Group’s award-winning pre-apprenticeship programme – the first of its kind in […]
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