Leading women in the UK’s STEM sector are calling on manufacturing and engineering firms to recognise and amplify the vital contributions of women driving innovation in the nation’s evolving production industry. Despite accounting for over half (51%) of the national population in the latest Census, women make up only a quarter (26.1%) of the workforce […]
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James Cropper, the Advanced Materials specialist, will be launching EMITEC™, its new, tuneable conductive nonwoven solution at JEC World 2025. EMITEC seamlessly integrates lightweight EMI shielding and electrical conductivity into composite structures while offering unmatched flexibility and ease of handling. Available in areal weights from just 4g/m2, EMITEC materials are up to 19 times lighter […]
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Holger Pentzold learnt and worked at Heckert and has since remained loyal to the Heckert brand in his own company: “I know what the machines are capable of, and I can rely on them 100%.” His company, a service provider for precision machining, is based at the ITC – the Chemnitz Industry and Technology Centre […]
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With a skills shortage in the manufacturing industry, WLR Precision Engineering Ltd. had a burning desire to automate its high-precision production while maintaining the skill levels of its highly qualified team of engineers. The opportunity to increase throughput, precision, quality and consistency prompted the Wilford-based subcontractor to purchase a 5-axis Kern Micro Vario machining centre […]
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In the aerospace industry, compliance with standards is not just a requirement in manufacturing, but a culture embedded in every aspect of a business. With accreditations that include ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and AS: 9100, as well as multiple OEM approvals, Senior Aerospace Weston places significant importance on workplace standards—which is why the […]
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A £350,000 investment drive has been completed at a Telford precision manufacturer giving it a major boost in capacity. Advanced Chemical Etching (ACE), which is approaching its 25th anniversary in business later this year, has installed two additional single chamber Chemcut etching machines and a state-of-the-art UCE developer for creating quicker and cleaner imaging. It […]
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“Made in Britain, trusted worldwide” – UK saddlery industry thrives in export markets with the help of British-made trademark. A historic UK leatherworking and saddlery non-profit organisation has hailed the unification of British-made manufacturers under the Made in Britain trademark as an inspiration to help the industry navigate increasingly complex global export challenges. The Worshipful […]
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Etlaq Spaceport, the first commercial spaceport in the Middle East and North Africa, has announced plans for five test launches in 2025 during the highly anticipated Etlaq Launch Conference 2025. These missions will serve as critical technology demonstrations, focusing on controlled ascent and descent, landing systems, stage separation, and fuel efficiency. As a globally accessible […]
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Outsourcing processes can be counterproductive, especially when components arrive late or are poor quality. Birmingham-based Edmar Engineering Company Ltd has taken control of its cutting capabilities, splashing out on a A-1212 waterjet from WARDJET – and the business benefits have proved manifold. Fourth generation family-run business Edmar Engineering celebrates its 80th birthday next year, but […]
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A collaboration agreement has been signed between classification society ClassNK and maritime data and technology firm OceanScore to link the latter’s integrated solution for ClassNK ZETA (Zero Emissions Transition Accelerator) that enables users and related stakeholders to access visualized MRV/DCS data. Shipping companies using the ClassNK ZETA service will gain seamless access to OceanScore’s market-leading […]
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