Sustainable innovations for saving water

By Andrew Leah, General Manager of Duraproducts This year’s Water Saving Week, 12 -16 May, has the theme of ‘small waste, big impact’ and is a reminder that even small everyday habits towards water conservation can lead to meaningful lasting change. With climate pressures and unpredictable weather patterns growing, water is increasingly recognised as a […]

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Entries open for 2025 Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards to spotlight industry’s young talent

West Yorkshire’s manufacturing and engineering businesses are being encouraged to put forward their brightest young talent for the 2025 Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards as nominations officially open for this year’s celebration of the industry’s future leaders and most forward-thinking employers. Now in their fourth year, next month’s awards are a key event in the Leeds […]

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Confined Space Rescue Training: Preparedness for Industrial Safety

In modern manufacturing and process engineering environments, safety is a core priority. Among the most critical and often overlooked risks is working in confined spaces. It involves maintenance inside storage tanks, cleaning silos, or accessing narrow mechanical pits, these environments demand more than basic awareness. They require specialized skills and fast, coordinated response protocols. This […]

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Fronius set to unveil groundbreaking innovations

In keeping with the motto of this year’s trade fair “Join the future”, Fronius will be focusing on the major drivers in welding technology. Quality requirements are rising across all industries, but the necessary welding specialists are few and far between. Fronius is therefore combining the advantages of digitalization with ease of use, so that […]

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Instro AI Solutions and AMRC Cymru Invite UK Manufacturers to Unlock New Efficiencies Through Innovation Funded AI trials

Applicants will be selected to receive AI chat-like support for site engineers based on their organisational data and materials. The trials will assess the real business benefits of AI in areas such as machine troubleshooting and customer service Instro AI Solutions and the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Cymru have today announced the launch of […]

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Manufacturers turn to ‘resilience’ according to PP C&A chief

Manufacturers appear to be investing in key areas that will secure long-term competitiveness rather than speculative growth according to an outsourcing expert. PP Control & Automation’s Tony Hague believes management teams are reacting to economic pressures, such as rising costs, supply chain uncertainties and ‘Trump tariffs,’ by adopting a strategic approach to survival. The passionate […]

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Pioneer Pump Opens New Pump School at Expanded Hadleigh Facility

Specialist industrial pump manufacturer, Pioneer Pump, has officially opened its new Pump School, providing hands-on training for customers and staff after recently moving to new Hadleigh site. Following a major relocation and investment, which saw the company move from a 10,000 sq ft site near Stowmarket to a significantly larger 66,000 sq ft facility, the […]

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