Alan Foster joins Briggs Automotive Company

04 March, 2024

Alan Foster has been appointed as an Operations Consultant for Briggs Automotive Company (BAC). Foster will help support BAC’s operational and production processes.

Pall-Ex Group appoints new Warehouse and Logistics Director

28 February, 2024

Pall-Ex Group, a leading pallet distribution network, has formally announced the appointment of Carl White as Warehouse and Logistics Director.

New IFS Chair of the Board announced

27 February, 2024

IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, has announced that Mark Moffat has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Moffat takes over from Darren Roos who has been appointed as the company’s Chair of the Board. Both appointments are effective immediately.

Selecting precision motors for smart defence applications

12 February, 2024

Developing the latest smart munitions, today’s military contractors rely on specialist manufacturers to provide critical control and actuation. The motion solution is central to ensuring targeting accuracy, and while each specific smart defence application has its own unique challenges that demand an exacting approach, the design will essential attributes common across applications. Whether utilising a bespoke or customisable off-the-shelf (COTS) approach, this makes motion solution design a critical requirement for smart munitions. H&P reports.

Navigating the future: The evolution of mobile equipment

07 February, 2024

The integration of mobile equipment with digital technologies represents a crucial aspect of modernising hydraulics and pneumatics in the industrial sector. This convergence, often referred to as Industry 4.0 or the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), offers a range of benefits that can significantly enhance the efficiency, productivity, and overall performance of mobile hydraulic and pneumatic systems. H&P reports

Easyfairs acquires Southern Manufacturing & Electronics

22 January, 2024

Easyfairs, the world’s largest privately owned exhibition organiser, has announced the acquisition of European Trade & Exhibition Services, organiser of Southern Manufacturing & Electronics, increasing its engineering and manufacturing portfolio that incorporates Advanced Engineering as well as many other brands across Europe. It is a significant acquisition that provides a complete and complementary portfolio of events for the UK manufacturing industry.

Catriona Chapman joins Radwell as European Director of Sales and Service

17 January, 2024

Catriona Chapman has joined Radwell as European Director of Sales and Service. Working out of the global company’s Blackburn offices, Chapman’s role will be to promote and sell Radwell’s full-service capabilities across Europe.

Quickparts appoints Isabelle Nourry as Sales Director for Europe

15 January, 2024

Quickparts, a global leader in on-demand manufacturing, has appointed Isabelle Nourry as the Sales Director for Europe. The appointment is part of the company’s plans to grow across the European Union and the United Kingdom. Isabelle brings 18 years of experience in manufacturing and a wealth of expertise in sales and business development, having previously held leadership positions at Hytek GB Ltd. and IF Ltd. Isabelle’s role, which officially began in December 2022, is to drive revenue growth and build strong relationships with major manufacturers across the European region.

New CEO and senior promotions for Fraser Anti-Static Techniques

11 January, 2024

From L to R – Donna Frost, Customer Operations Manager; James Cater, CEO; John Bagby, Director of Innovation and Engineering; Rich Hallett, Head of Engineering; Laura Roppert, Customer Success Manager; Charlie Willday, Head of Operations; Kevin Brown, Head of UK Sales

Global industrial static control specialist, Fraser Anti-Static Techniques, has appointed a new CEO and announced six senior team promotions at its UK headquarters in Devon.

Southern is back!

04 January, 2024

Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2024 will open its doors again from 6-8 February. H&P takes a closer look at the forthcoming show

CRC Evans adds Strategic Growth Director to senior leadership team

03 January, 2024

CRC Evans has appointed Leon Dashwood as Strategic Growth Director, further strengthening the company’s senior leadership team.

How to lead a successful digital transformation project

02 January, 2024

Louise Cermak, Principal Consultant at software and IT consultancy Catapult CX, offers chief experience officers (CXOs) advice on how to lead a successful digital transformation project

LAMMA 2024 set to highlight latest agricultural innovations

12 December, 2023

LAMMA 2024 returns between the 17-18 January 2024 at the NEC Birmingham. It is the UK’s leading agricultural machinery, equipment and technology show which attracts more than 40,000 visitors. H&P reports.

Dr. Lucian Dold appointed Omron Senior General Manager

23 November, 2023

Dr. Lucian Dold has been appointed as the Senior General Manager for Global Account Business Development at Omron. Dr. Dold, has over 30 years of experience in industrial automation, and brings his expertise and passion for digital transformation to this role.

Energy efficiency: The first step to decarbonising construction

22 November, 2023

More than 50% of the world’s population lives in cities today – a number expected to increase to almost 70% by 2050 (1). As the global population continues to soar, construction of new cities and the expansion of existing cities will be required. In fact, the International Energy Agency estimates that global built floor area will increase by around 20% by the year 2030. Domenico Traverso, President, Editron & Incubation Divisions, Danfoss Power Solutions, explains further.