British engineering finds a collective voice
Small and medium sized enterprises (SME’s), are being given the chance to engage with their bigger counterparts, along with education and governments, in order to help drive policy reform, close the skills gap, and generate growth, it has been announced.
Record-breaking attendance at the NFPC’s annual industry open day
On 23rd October 2024, the National Fluid Power Centre (NFPC) in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, hosted its 12th annual Industry Open Day, marking its most successful event to date. Over 300 attendees, including students and representatives from national and international companies, gathered to explore advancements in hydraulics, electro-hydraulics, pneumatics, control, and automation technologies.
Industry set to increase investment in AI
Britain’s manufacturers are set to step up their level of investment in AI in the next twelve months, according to a Make UK report published today in collaboration with Autodesk.
Make UK launches Industrial Strategy Skills Commission
Make UK has announced it has launched the Industrial Strategy Skills Commission to find a solution to the growing skills deficit in manufacturing and engineering across the country. Make UK says it has brought together some of the most qualified experts in education, training and industry to diagnose the wide scale problems in the skills system and create an effective talent pathway into manufacturing.
RS releases ‘Performance in Focus’ 2024 maintenance engineering report
RS, a digitally enabled global distributor of product and service solutions for industrial customers, has released the ‘Performance in Focus’ 2024 Maintenance Engineering Report in conjunction with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). This is based on findings from a survey that aimed to uncover the challenges facing the profession and its priorities
University of Strathclyde spinout InProcess develops real-time welding inspection
InProcess, a spinout from the University of Strathclyde, has developed the world’s first real-time inspection system for welding. The innovation, which uses ultrasonic waves to detect defects as they occur, has the potential to save manufacturers millions of pounds by reducing rework and delays in production.
Lumentum partners with MTC to drive laser technology advancements
MTC has teamed up with Lumentum, a leading laser manufacturer, aiming to accelerate the use of lasers in UK manufacturing
New BARA Chair announced
BARA (the British Automation and Robotics Association) has named FANUC UK’s Head of Sales, Oliver Selby, as its new Chair. Taking over from current Chair George Thompson, Selby will be supported in his new role by Vice-Chair Rosie Davies from Reeco Automation.
Digital Catapult’s 5G Immersive Lab opened by UK Tech Minister
Sir Chris Bryant MP, Minister of State at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, recently visited the new Digital Catapult 5G Immersive Lab in Newcastle, exploring the facility that will enable companies in the North East to scale faster.
Thousands more SME manufacturers to benefit from Made Smarter after Budget commitment
Made Smarter Adoption, the UK Government’s programme helping SME manufacturers adopt technology and digital skills, will continue next year and expand into all regions of England.
Airmech celebrates 45 years in compressed air industry
This October has seen Airmech celebrating 45 years of operation in the compressed air industry. Founded by Roy Emmett on 7th October 1979, the family-owned company has grown from its early beginnings into a well-established business, with several generations of the Emmett family playing key roles in its development.
SPS 2024 set to showcase innovations in industrial automation
The 33rd edition of SPS – Smart Production Solutions, is set to take place in Nuremberg from 12 to 14 November 2024. This flagship event, which has grown in stature over the past three decades, brings together key players from across the globe, offering a platform for showcasing the latest advancements in industrial automation. With its long-established reputation, SPS continues to foster technological innovation and international collaboration, cementing its place as a crucial gathering for industry professionals
UK workforce report shows 19.2% employed in engineering and technology occupations
A UK workforce report by EngineeringUK has been published and reveals around a fifth (19.2%) of the UK workforce (both employed and self-employed) were working in an engineering and technology occupation in 2023.
Industrial Strategy set to bring re-shoring bonanza
The introduction of a long-term industrial strategy is set to bring a surge of offshore manufacturing production back to the UK according to a major annual survey on the investment landscape for UK industry published today by Make UK and RSM UK.
Made Smarter powers SME manufacturers to invest £25m in technology
Made Smarter, the movement accelerating the digital transformation of SME manufacturers, has announced it has reached a major milestone - backing North West companies to invest £25m in new technologies.
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