By harnessing all the data created during machining, companies make their processes around ten percent more productive. This was the result of a project where MAPAL together with industry partners pooled previously distributed knowledge and made it available as a digital value-added service. Within the framework of the major research project X-Forge (Everything as a […]
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The government’s forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many manufacturing employers from upskilling their workforce via higher and degree apprenticeships, according to 69% of the nation’s universities. Research by the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) of its university members across the UK, examines what impact future changes, such as the government’s new Growth and Skills Levy, […]
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Tired of production bottlenecks, unplanned downtime, and inconsistent quality? Imagine knowing exactly where your manufacturing process is losing efficiency – in real-time! With XL810, you can. The XL810 gives you the clear, actionable data you need to drive process improvements and boost your bottom line. See exactly what’s happening on your production floor, identify bottlenecks […]
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Etex has officially opened its £170-million-pound (€200m) expansion of its plasterboard production facility in Bristol. It is Etex’ largest production investment ever and a commitment to UK manufacturing as the industry grows. The expansion, which produces plasterboard for the Siniat brand, is Etex’ most efficient plasterboard production line in Europe when considering its line size, […]
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The BCMPA – the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics – is set to showcase the growing impact of outsourcing in the chemical sector at CHEMUK 2025, taking place on May 21st – 22nd at the NEC Birmingham. As a founder partner of the event, the BCMPA will once again be at the […]
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Perminder Atwal, HR business partner at Xylem, discusses experiences of working in water with her podcast co-host Lila Thompson, British Water chief executive. Women currently make up 33% of the water workforce, according to a 2024 report from Energy & Utility Skills. While this is an encouraging increase – in 2022, the figure was 29.1% […]
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Delta, a global leader in power management and IoT-based smart green solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of the DTDM Series of High-Precision Modular Temperature Controllers. Designed to meet the stringent demands of wholesalers, distribution channels, and large system integrators, particularly within the semiconductor industry, the DTDM Series offers unparalleled precision, rapid data exchange, […]
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Organisers of Automation UK 2025, the country’s leading exhibition for automation, robotics and machine vision, have announced the first keynote speaker for the event: Jake Hall, the Manufacturing Millennial, in his very first UK speaking engagement. Jake, a highly respected expert in the global automation and manufacturing fields, will address visitors to the show, which […]
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The shortage of new talent that continues to hamper growth in the manufacturing and engineering industries is the focus of the Leeds Manufacturing Festival, which returns this month with a packed programme running through to September. The festival, which kicks off this week at a high-profile launch event in the city, is focused on raising […]
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Taking place March 11-12, Space-Comm Expo is the premier event for the UK space industry, providing support through product demonstrations, keynotes, workshops, and networking opportunities. On stand C30, Rohde & Schwarz experts will demonstrate the latest test and measurement solutions for this dynamic industry and host a seminar looking at how to tackle the challenges […]
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