FANUC’s best-in-category energy efficiency claim for its ROBOSHOT injection moulder series has been validated in a real life installation at sustainable plastic product manufacturer Bloom-in-Box. The ROBOSHOT S150iA has consistently used 33% less power than the other all-electric machines at the injection moulder’s Burscough facility since it was installed in 2022. This energy performance has […]
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British Engines Group is driving forward its innovation and digital transformation strategy by launching its first artificial intelligence (AI) programme. The Newcastle-based engineering group is looking to increase efficiency and productivity across the group’s eight North East companies, which includes Michell Bearings in South Shields, BEL Engineering in Newcastle and CMP Products in Cramlington. The programme […]
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SME manufacturers to benefit from funded tech talent as phase two launches across North West: New white paper demonstrates real-world impact on both businesses and students. Made Smarter, the movement to help SME manufacturers adopt digital technologies, has launched the second phase of its highly successful Digital Technology Internship programme to tackle mounting digital skills […]
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Whether argon, helium, or mixed gases, shielding gas is essential for a stable arc and perfect welding results. Too little gas does not provide sufficient protection, allowing ambient air to penetrate to the welding point. The consequences are oxidation and porosity of the weld seams, increased spatter, and an unstable arc. Too much shielding gas […]
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Multi-disciplinary engineering specialist Spencer Group has become an official Company Supporter of Lighthouse, the construction industry charity. Hull-based Spencer Group has selected the organisation as its official charity partner for 2025 and colleagues have already raised over £2,000 through an Easter raffle, weekly dress-down Fridays, fantasy football league and more. Lighthouse provides 24/7 holistic support […]
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A new educational hub has been launched to give scientists and engineers the future skills needed to grasp opportunities in the global, multi-billion-pound ceramics sector. The AMRICC Academy will provide next-generation training and development programmes that address emerging industry challenges and tackle a skills gap in both traditional and advanced ceramics. Offering a range of […]
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British wheelchair tennis star Lucy Shuker thanked Weymouth’s Titan Manufacturing for supporting her successful U.S. tour, boosting her momentum for the season ahead. Earlier this year, Titan Manufacturing announced a new partnership with Lucy to support her journey towards her sixth Paralympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028. Their sponsorship, provided on a quarterly basis, […]
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Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division has delivered its first eHydraulic Power Module to SANY for the electrification of a 200-tonne lattice-boom crawler crane. The eHydraulic system integrates a Danfoss Editron synchronous reluctance assisted permanent magnet motor with a Danfoss variable displacement axial piston pump to maximize performance and efficiency. SANY launched the fully electric battery-operated […]
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A leading UK manufacturer is creating a buzz with their newest electrical enclosure – the first fully-recyclable PVC Cabinet. Historic Lancashire headquartered manufacturing company Ritherdon, are taking a leap into a more sustainable future by launching these innovative new cabinets as the family-owned firm celebrates its 130th anniversary. Following months of research and development, combined […]
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Procurement doesn’t have time for bottlenecks Procurement is expected to do more than just source efficiently. It’s tasked with keeping production on schedule, managing supplier risk, navigating rising costs, and supporting commercial resilience. And yet, outdated systems and manual admin still make it harder than it should be to control something as basic – and […]
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