Xaar aims to inspire STEM success with local school students
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Engineers are developing their capabilities across all industries through a new skills academy launched by a young entrepreneur.
ERIKS completes £21 million infrastructure investment
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
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.
Thorite wins Family Business of the Year Award, capping a year of achievements
Compressed air and fluid power specialist Thorite has been named Family Business of the Year in the Yorkshire Business Masters Awards. The accolade comes as the fifth generation Bradford-based company celebrates 172 years of unbroken operations and the centenary of its incorporation.
Kostad Kostadinov obituary
We regret to report the death of Kostad Kostadinov, founder of Euro Industrial Equipment (UK) Ltd. As the distributor for M+S Hydraulic motors and Caproni gear pumps, Kosta was well-known throughout the hydraulic orbital motor industry in the UK.
Brennan Industries unveils new UK facility
Brennan Industries has opened a brand new, purpose-built facility in Walsall, located at 50 Wharf Approach in the heart of the West Midlands.
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