MULTIDISCIPLINED engineering firm adi Group welcomed young people, schools and general visitors to its Birmingham headquarters as part of National Manufacturing Day 2025. Taking place on September 25, the day acts as a UK-wide initiative that highlights the variety of career opportunities available in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. The open day at adi Group’s […]
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A triple whammy of changes is set to see energy costs soar for the downstream manufacturing supply chain, warned the Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) today. Representing more than 200 manufacturers of fasteners, forgings, pressings, cold-rolled and sheet metal products, the trade association is urging businesses to quickly prepare for a staggering rise in non-commodity […]
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Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show panel to unveil CTMA initiative to break skilled trades barriers; SME Education Foundation to also hold student summit With a reported 70% of Ontario manufacturers struggling to find skilled workers, the Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA) has found an unconventional solution to address the challenge: high school teachers. Through a […]
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An historic Birmingham manufacturer has been purchased by its management team with the vision of creating a world leading precision engineering specialist. Current CEO Rowan Crozier, Manufacturing Director Stuart Berry and Non-Exec Director David Chapman have joined forces to buy Brandauer, with the trio immediately laying out a ten-year plan that will see it initially […]
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Government research highlights partnership support for SMEs Made Smarter and Manchester Metropolitan University’s PrintCity have positioned the North West as a UK hotspot for 3D printing adoption, according to new Government research. The study, published by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), found the region has the highest 3D printing adoption rate (20%) […]
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Every machine, line, and logistics system across UK manufacturing sites continuously generates data, but despite the scale of digital capture, much of that information never translates into action. Nearly half (46%) of manufacturers report that integration and data challenges are holding back automation and productivity, and while 74% of manufacturers consider real-time data essential, many […]
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NGen CEO Jayson Myers to share how his organization is helping companies pivot to new ways of doing things at upcoming Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show AI alone won’t solve the challenges facing Canadian manufacturers in the face of evolving global tariffs. It will take a willingness to turn convention on its head by investing in […]
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Datalink Electronics has partnered with Altus Group to integrate a cutting-edge automated soldering solution, enhancing its production capabilities and reinforcing its strategic focus on quality, automation, and scalability. The partnership sees Altus providing comprehensive support for the installation of the Inertec Cube 460 selective soldering system at Datalink Electronics, a respected contract electronics manufacturer with […]
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Made in Britain’s new Environmental & Social Value Certification enables businesses to quickly and practically demonstrate their social value, positioning themselves to win more tenders Made in Britain, a not-for-profit trade organisation that champions British-made products, has launched a new and purpose-built Environmental & Social Value (ESV) Certification, strengthening its offer to UK manufacturing companies. […]
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A leading UK manufacturer of fire alarm and life safety systems is unlocking growth through digital adoption, supported by Made Smarter. C-TEC, based in Wigan, has invested £40,000 to replace manual, paper-based inventory processes with a cloud-based software solution which enables real-time stock management and dramatically improves efficiency and accuracy. With support from Made Smarter, […]
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