Talking Industry Live partners with MTC to host unique learning experience

13 February, 2023

Talking Industry, the highly regarded series of online panel discussions and podcasts, is set to bring exhibitors and visitors together in a unique environment with Talking Industry Live in partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC). The event will take place at the MTC, Coventry on April 25, 2023.

National Apprenticeship Week 2023 – Skills for Life

07 February, 2023

This week, 6-12 February, is National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) and the theme for 2023 is ‘Skills for Life’. Run by the Department for Education (DfE), it is a great opportunity for employers and organisations to highlight the opportunities available.

What is Digital Twin technology and why is it important for manufacturers?

01 February, 2023

Digital Twin technology has quickly become a staple with many of the largest manufacturers in the automotive and industrial engineering sector around the world thanks to its ability to provide huge amounts of value in saving time and optimising plant effectiveness. Whilst uptake in smaller manufacturing firms has been slower, those within the sector are slowly starting to see the value that digital twin technology can bring, no matter the size of the business.

Xaar aims to inspire STEM success with local school students

30 January, 2023

Continuing its collaboration with local schools and colleges, members of Xaar visited St. Peter’s School, Huntingdon for its recent Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Day. Supported by engineering organisation, the Smallpeice Trust, over 50 local Year 10 students attended, with the day held on 18th January deemed a great success.

Siemens and Salford University’s training solution upskills over 100 engineers

26 January, 2023

Vince Goodall

A training solution from Siemens and Salford University has achieved a major milestone by upskilling its 100th engineer. The one year ‘top up’ degree programme gives young and experienced engineers a BEng Hons (Bachelor of Engineering) in Control and Automation.

Works begin at Ayrshire’s new manufacturing innovation centre

24 January, 2023

The development of Ayrshire’s new Digital Process Manufacturing Centre (DPMC), part of the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), hit a major milestone recently with its half a million-pound refurbishment kicking off.

Clock ticking on energy impact for manufacturers in 2023

18 January, 2023

The impact of the seismic increases in energy prices show no signs of abating as manufacturers enter 2023. The proposed energy relief scheme is likely to exacerbate planned reductions in headcount and production according to a major survey published recently by Make UK and PwC.

Boost STEM education to close engineering skills and diversity gap

16 January, 2023

UWE Bristol Vice-Chancellor Professor Steve West (left); HVM Catapult CEO Katherine Bennett CBE (centre); and Professor Elena Marco, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Head of College of Arts, Technology and Environment (right).

Katherine Bennett, chief executive of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, has called for STEM education to be made “more attractive and accessible” to help meet future demand for skills in industry.

Petrochem and Bürkert bring value for process control projects in Ireland

11 January, 2023

The Petrochem Group, a major distributor in Ireland, has built a relationship with Bürkert to deliver valves and instrumentation components with optimum performance and value.

The success of large projects in the process sector relies on the collaboration of its stakeholders. Within this relationship, the role of the distributor is essential. The Petrochem Group, a major distributor in Ireland, has built a relationship with Bürkert to deliver valves and instrumentation components with optimum performance and value. This relationship also provides an excellent trade-counter service, ensuring knowledgeable staff with a firm connection to the equipment manufacturer.

Talking Industry Live partners with MTC to host unique learning experience

05 January, 2023

Talking Industry, the highly regarded series of online panel discussions and podcasts, is set to bring exhibitors and visitors together in a unique environment with Talking Industry Live in partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC).

Five ways technology is improving health and safety for construction workers

03 January, 2023

For construction workers, there are many dangerous risks to face. Indeed, the cost of injuries within the industry across the UK has reached more than a staggering £16.2 billion a year, truly emphasising the impact that working on a building site can have. However, despite the overwhelming findings, there are more ways to offer protection thanks to advanced technology. So, how exactly does this work? Here, with some help from van leasing company, Van Ninja, we delve into five ways technology is helping to improve the health and safety of the construction sector.

Ingersoll Rand opens new central compressor stores to ease supply chain issues

19 December, 2022

Ingersoll Rand has opened a new, 13,500ft2 central warehouse in Manchester, making it the only provider in the UK to hold stocks of complete compressed air systems, including compressors, downstream and ancillary equipment.

New Engineering Academy aimed at developing industrywide skills is rolled out

15 December, 2022

Engineers are developing their capabilities across all industries through a new skills academy launched by a young entrepreneur.

ERIKS completes £21 million infrastructure investment

12 December, 2022

Specialised industrial products supplier ERIKS has completed a £21 million infrastructure investment, headlined by a state-ofthe-art fulfilment centre to substantially improve its product range along with the speed and accuracy of supply.

Engineering firm partners with power tools giant to help reduce carbon emission usage

07 December, 2022

range of battery-powered Milkwaukee Tools products available from Forth Trade Counter and, inset, Forth Managing Director Mark Telford.

As part of its journey to become carbon neutral, engineering company Forth has teamed up with Milwaukee Tools to sell a range of battery-powered products from its trade counter at the company’s main headquarters in Flimby, Cumbria.