AI technology leader to take over as IET President
Artificial Intelligence expert Dr. Gopichand Katragadda has been appointed as the 142nd President of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). He will be the first Indian in the history of the IET to assume this role, including the first Indian to assume the presidency of a global engineering body.
Combilift celebrates 25 years at its Monaghan HQ
In 1998 Combilift originally made history with its world-first multidirectional C4000 3-wheel, all-wheel drive forklift. Last month, the company celebrated its 25th Anniversary at its headquarters in Monaghan, Ireland.
AI and Machine learning set to boost Industry’s automation push
Manufacturers are set to see a surge in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning as they push for greater automation and improvements in productivity, efficiency and quality according to a new survey published recently by Make UK and Infor.
£4.9 million grant awarded to accelerate decarbonisation of excavators
Danfoss Scotland, part of global hydraulics and electric powertrain systems supplier Danfoss Power Solutions, has received a grant worth £4,941,809 (approximately $6.1 million) from the U.K. Government’s Department for Energy Security & Net Zero through the Red Diesel Replacement Phase 2 Competition. The programme provides funding for projects developing low-carbon alternatives to red diesel for the construction, mining and quarrying sectors. Danfoss will use the funds to validate its Dextreme Max system in a 30- ton electric excavator, which it expects will reduce energy consumption by 50%.
AERZEN Machines celebrates 50th Anniversary
AERZEN Machines is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The company was established on the 13th of September 1973. AERZEN Machines Ltd started to provide compressed air, gas and vacuum solutions to the markets in the UK and Ireland.
EngineeringUK launches new 5-year strategy to enable engineering and technology to thrive
Not-for-profit EngineeringUK has announced it’s entering a new strategy period – which will set the direction of the organisation over the next 5 years.
Young apprentices get tooled up
Electromechanical repair specialist, Fletcher Moorland, has launched an initiative to support the younger generation entering engineering, design, and manufacturing careers.
Demand for automation solutions on the rise
From 14 – 16 November 2023, the who’s who of the automation industry will once again meet in Nuremberg. More than 1200 exhibitors from around the world are expected to attend the 32nd edition of the SPS, Smart Production Solutions, covering 16 exhibition halls and a total exhibition space of approximately 120,000 sqm. In addition to the latest innovations, the industry event offers interested parties the opportunity to experience practical and forward-looking technologies at first hand and engage in a lively exchange with automation suppliers.
Manufacturers call for MOT of UK's business tax & regulation system
Britain’s manufacturers are calling on the Chancellor to announce a major MOT of the UK’s uncompetitive business tax and regulatory environment in the forthcoming Autumn Statement to boost investment planning by business.
2023 AEMT Awards finalists revealed
The Association of Electrical & Mechanical Trades (AEMT) has announced it will be returning to the West Midlands on the evening of Thursday 23rd November for the staging of its 6th Annual Awards Ceremony.
UK manufacturing sector climbs to eighth in world rankings
The UK’s manufacturing sector has climbed one place to eighth in the world rankings, overtaking France in the process according to analysis of the latest official data published by Make UK.
Public believes manufacturing is critical to the UK economy
A new study of 2,436 people shows the majority of the general public thinks manufacturing is hugely important to the future of the UK economy and over three-quarters see manufacturing as delivering solutions today to the challenges of tomorrow.
Aston University to open up the world of smart manufacturing to the engineers of tomorrow
Aston University is to open up the world of smart manufacturing to the engineers of tomorrow. Based on the research expertise in the University’s College of Engineering and Physical Sciences it will be offering a masters degree in smart manufacturing.
SS Great Britain wins award for its Future Brunels STEM education programme
The SS Great Britain Trust in Bristol won the ‘STEM Ambassador’ award at the Engineering & Manufacturing Awards. The award was given for the Trust’s pioneering ‘Future Brunels’ education programme and for its wider STEM engagement activities.
Domin celebrates opening of new technology centre
Domin recently celebrated the grand opening of its state-of-the-art Technology Centre. The successful event, held on 7 September, was attended by customers, suppliers, partners, and the Domin team. This landmark opening marked a significant milestone in Domin's journey from humble beginnings in a small attic office to the cutting-edge facility that it is today.
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