Specialist manufacturing finance experts assess the factors behind manufacturing’s return to UK shores Recent years have seen a growing number of UK-headquartered manufacturers bringing their production facility back to the UK. Strategies in how to do so have varied – some manufacturers are choosing to bring 100% of production back to our shores, while others […]
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The West Yorkshire company behind the fastest growing automated self-serve drink solutions in the UK is ramping up production after extending its manufacturing partnership with PP Control & Automation (PP C&A). EBar, which has developed patented pour technology capable of delivering 200 pints per hour, has sealed a number of new contracts with sporting venues […]
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A global safety charity is calling for more research into the most effective ways to protect workers in the manufacturing industry from safety risks posed by climate change. According to a report from Lloyd’s Register Foundation’s new Global Safety Evidence Centre, manufacturing workers are increasingly at risk from harm posed by severe weather, high temperatures […]
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Leading Bearings Specialist Demonstrates Cutting-Edge Solutions for Defense, Aerospace & Space Applications Carter Manufacturing, a globally recognized specialist in precision bearings and tooling equipment, will be exhibiting at the upcoming DSEI UK event this September at ExCeL London, Canary Wharf on stand S2-102. The company is set to demonstrate its industry-leading capabilities in supplying critical […]
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SYS Systems has reported a 350% surge in sales in the dental market, as thousands of patients take advantage of the power of additive manufacturing. The Derby-based company is working with an increasing number of clinics and laboratories across the UK to install Stratasys’ J5 DentaJet™ printers to create removable dentures that deliver unrivalled aesthetic […]
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Guidance Automation has launched Automation by the Hour – ‘Autonomous GO’, a flexible, no-risk robotics model helping manufacturers, warehouse, and logistics operators boost productivity. The pay-per-hour model eliminates upfront costs by offering autonomous vehicles as a scalable, operational expense. Businesses only pay for hours worked, making automation more accessible while freeing skilled staff for higher-value […]
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National Advanced Semiconductor Packaging and Integration Centre expected to support 300 jobs and generate £800 million in additional revenue for businesses Plans for a national hub for the development of advanced semiconductor packaging are now underway, following the announcement of a £160 million investment from the UK Government in Glasgow City Region Innovation Zone (GCRIZ) […]
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As an automotive supplier, the Hirschvogel Group manufactures around 15,000 to 20,000 parts per day – over three million annually. Fully automated series production is essential, with optimised cycle times and maximum process reliability being top priorities. By using the simulation and optimisation software Vericut, machining processes can be analysed and optimised for series production […]
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New research today reveals that the government’s decision to cut levy funding of Level 7 apprenticeships for apprentices aged over 21 from January next year will cost UK employers – many from the manufacturing sector – around £214m* in additional training costs. With 89 percent** of Level 7 apprentices aged over 21, research from the […]
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The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) has heralded the Government’s new Industrial Strategy as the most joined-up and manufacturing-focused plan it has seen in years. The ten-year vision includes the launch of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme, which will see a reduction in electricity costs by up to £40 per megawatt hour for energy-intensive sectors, such as the […]
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