Manufacturers hit out at NIC and minimum wage increases as report reveals nearly half fear going out of business

Nearly half of manufacturers (49%) have concerns about their business surviving in the next five years thanks to the impact of increases in the minimum wage and employers’ National Insurance Contributions. A new report of 114 business leaders by personalised workwear specialist MyWorkwear reveals the bleak outlook facing companies across the UK in the wake […]

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Wickens targets growth as £1m Paint Shop improvements ‘elevate’ it to the next level

One of the UK’s leading bespoke racking manufacturers is looking to double its sales by 2028 after tapping into assistance from a leading business support programme. Wickens Engineering Ltd, which employs 50 people at its Wainwright Road factory in Worcester, is targeting £20m in revenues after it completed a £1m improvement project in its paint […]

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Aero Manufacturer Is Clear for Take-Off

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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80% of UK-made saddles sold overseas despite export hurdles

“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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ASG Group Invests in Battery Storage Technology to Optimise Solar Energy

ASG AMF Engineering, a precision engineering firm based in Bromborough, has completed a groundbreaking investment in large-scale battery storage technology. The new Solax lithium-ferro phosphate (LFP) battery storage cell battery system, installed to complement the company’s recently deployed solar panel array, enables AMF Engineering to store and optimise its renewable energy usage—significantly reducing reliance on the national […]

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South Yorkshire’s future engineers shine at Lord Mayor’s Show 2024

Apprentices from the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre were among the thousands marching through the streets of London for the Lord Mayor’s Show, representing Sheffield’s manufacturing legacy and celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire. The Lord Mayor’s Show is one of the world’s oldest annual ceremonial events, dating back […]

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A Winning Formular for Liquid Flow Measurement

When the requirements of a specific flow application or the industrial process demands cannot be adequately met by a standard flow meter, turning to a customised application-engineered measurement device may be the solution. Titan Enterprises works with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) customers in developing modified and bespoke liquid flow meters outside of our standard range […]

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Older manufacturers wanted as Silver Founders launches in Birmingham, Solihull and the Black Country

A dedicated new business support programme is coming to Birmingham, Solihull and the Black Country with the aim of unleashing the potential of older entrepreneurs involved in manufacturing. Silver Founders, which is launching as part of Business Growth West Midlands Investment Readiness Programme and is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), is looking […]

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Intretech to Open New Mexico Factory Following $60m Investment

Global smart manufacturing leader, Intretech, has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico, following $60 million USD investment. The project, which is set to create 2,000 jobs over the next five years, represents a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion. The grand opening event was attended by several notable dignitaries, including […]

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