Keynote speakers announced for Advanced Engineering 2024
The keynote speakers for Advanced Engineering 2024 have been confirmed, with six prominent industry figures set to deliver talks at the two-day event. Held at the NEC in Birmingham on 30-31 October 2024, the event will host over 150 speakers discussing critical issues across various forums.
igus launches ‘enjoyneering’ experience
The unveiling of igus UK’s ‘enjoyneering’ experience marked the beginning of a new initiative aimed at providing a hands-on, interactive environment for customers to explore the company’s motion plastics technology. H&P’s Aaron Blutstein reports.
ERIKS launches virtual tour of £22m fulfilment centre
A virtual reality tour of ERIKS’ £22 million FCE (Fulfilment Centre of Expertise) is now available to view on its website. The virtual tour, provides an immersive look at the FCE, emphasising the advantages of central stock management in contrast to local stock management, providing insight into optimising logistics and improving efficiency.
Manufacturers report decline in road infrastructure while digital investment boosts growth
Research from Make UK has found that more than half of Britain’s manufacturers believe the national road infrastructure has deteriorated over the past decade. This decline has led to higher logistics costs and challenges in labour mobility and access to skills. The study, titled “Infrastructure: Enabling Growth by Connecting People and Places,” highlights that 54% of manufacturers perceive a worsening in road conditions, with 75% acknowledging the critical role of road networks in their supply chains. Additionally, over half of the respondents disagreed with the decision to cancel the northern leg of HS2
Global Industrial Robot Count Surpasses 4 Million: World Robotics Report 2024
The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has revealed a record-breaking 4.28 million industrial robots now operating in factories worldwide, according to its World Robotics 2024 report. This represents a 10% increase, with over half a million new robots installed for the third consecutive year.
Hannover Messe 2025 to highlight drive technology and fluid power
Hannover Messe 2025 set to take place from 31 March to 4 April 2025, will showcase the critical role of drive technology and fluid power within the international engineering sector. These fields, grouped under the “Motion & Drives” banner, will be prominently featured in Halls 4, 5, and 6.
Made Smarter calls for manufacturers to open up factories for National Manufacturing Day
Made Smarter is calling for manufacturers to open their factories to the schools, colleges and the local community for National Manufacturing Day on September 26.
EngineeringUK urges new UK Government to address STEM skills and workforce shortages
EngineeringUK has called on the new government to collaborate with industry to overcome barriers preventing young people from entering the workforce. The current skills shortage in engineering and technology is already hindering growth, and a strategic approach to addressing this issue is essential for supporting ongoing projects and enabling large-scale developments like Great British Energy.
Talking Industry: Addressing the low uptake of robotics and automation in SMEs
Robotics remains a popular topic in the Talking Industry series. In the most recent episode, Andy Pye engaged three industry experts to explore the reasons behind the slow adoption of robotics and automation among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The discussion highlighted the challenges and opportunities, emphasising the need for a strategic approach to integrating these technologies in the SME sector. H&P reports
Annual UK contribution of manufacturing report highlights significance of devolved nations
Every year, Make UK publishes an analysis of the contribution of manufacturing to each English region and devolved nation. The most striking finding of this year’s analysis shows that the three devolved nations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have seen a significant growth in the number of manufacturing jobs in the last year.
Helen Tonks receives MBE for contributions to business and exports
Helen Tonks, co-founder, and operations director of Hydraulics Online Ltd has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024
Hannover Messe 2025 to highlight drive technology and fluid power
Hannover Messe 2025 set to take place from 31 March to 4 April 2025, will showcase the critical role of drive technology and fluid power within the international engineering sector. These fields, grouped under the “Motion & Drives” banner, will be prominently featured in Halls 4, 5, and 6.
SCR Air expands UK operations
SCR Air, a company specialising in energy-efficient air compressors, is marking its 10-year anniversary with an expansion in the UK. The company, which has been supplying Japanese-designed compressors primarily for the Asian market, has achieved an impressive track record of delivering 23% energy savings. With over 160,000 units in operation globally, these compressors have proven to be highly reliable, enabling SCR Air to offer extended warranties of up to seven years.
UK manufacturing at a crossroads under new Labour Government
The recent general election has ushered in a new political chapter for the UK under the leadership of Labour’s Sir Keir Starmer. This change in direction could significantly impact the UK’s manufacturing and engineering sectors, with a host of new opportunities and challenges on the horizon.
New industrial collaboration tackles supply chain challenges
Digital Catapult, has announced that three leading technology businesses will join the Made Smarter Innovation Digital Supply Chain Hub programme to apply deep tech solutions to bolster the resilience of national supply chains. Each company will receive funding of up to £150,000 to address one of three supply chain challenges in cybersecurity, carbon management, and data governance, with a view to strengthening UK industry.
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