"Increased competitiveness" way forward for precision engineering

17.6.2013

Victor CNC are pleased to announce the introduction of MTM (Machine Tool Maintenance) as the new sole Distributor for Victor CNC Machine Tools in Northern Ireland and Eire.... Read more...

17.6.2013

TRUMPF Laser Marking Systems AG is expanding by about 3,300 square meters the floor space for its product development and manufacturing activities at Grüsch, Switzerland. The investment volume for the new building comes to 17 million Swiss francs (13.7 million euros or 17.8 million USD). ... Read more...

17.6.2013

Japanese machine tool manufacturer, Brother, which specialises in building turret-type machining centres with 30-taper spindle tooling, will unveil a successor to its TC-S2DN high torque, 10,000 rpm, 500 x 400 x 300 mm capacity model.... Read more...

17.6.2013

The introduction of the ST20G (20mm bar diameter) and ST32G (32mm bar diameter) lathes represent a major new initiative for Mills CNC, the exclusive distributor of Doosan machines in the UK and Ireland, and one that increases and further improves... Read more...

16.6.2013

A recent significant investment in 5 axis technology is set to significantly increase output at one of the UK's most well known workholding solution providers. Thame Workholding have just taken delivery of their new Matsuura 5 axis machining centre... Read more...

15.6.2013

Launched in 2004 by Boeing Commercial Airplanes, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner promised an all-new superefficient airplane and its medium size frame and fuel efficient capabilities were designed specifically with long international flights in mind.... Read more...

15.6.2013

To combat the bleak financial times of recent years, millions of pounds of government funding is being made available for eligible SME’s and manufacturing firms alike.... Read more...

14.6.2013

At the EMO show this year, Tornos will be taking innovation to a new level with a number of new product launches. The Hanover event will see the Swiss turning specialist introduce its new EvoDeco 32, the Almac CU1008, the Almac SwissNano F, the SwissNano and the award winning MultiSwiss 6X14 as well as a number of new machines yet to be announced.... Read more...

14.6.2013

At Europe's showcase manufacturing event, leading Japanese cutting tool manufacturer Nine9, will be launching a number of new innovations. The EMO event taking place in Hanover in September will note the Nine9 range extended with the launch of the new I-Center..... Read more...

14.6.2013

Yamazaki Mazak has confirmed its attendance at EMO 2013 in Hannover with 21 machines to be displayed under the theme 'make [it] better'.... Read more...

15.6.2013

The purpose is to ensure that the company's administration and taxation affairs are dealt with efficiently allowing the manager/engineer to simply carry on growing their business whilst leaving the financial administration to a trusted resource.... Read more...

15.6.2013

In today's uber-competitive manufacturing marketplace, engineering and design is all about delivering quality to the nth degree. Being the manufacturer that produces the best quality products in the market gives a definite competitive edge that allows any manufacturer the opportunity to stay ahead of any rival. ... Read more...

8.6.2013

Workplace wellness programmes are now common practice in most businesses. From yoga classes and lunchtime running groups to relaxation techniques and weight watcher sessions, the growth in work-based health programmes is considerable.... Read more...

8.6.2013

It’s a well-known fact that the job of an engineer is tough, especially if you are aiming to earn at the very top end of an engineering salary.... Read more...

8.6.2013

A common problem for many engineers is knowing where their tools are at any given time. Whether it’s at the end of a long working week or a Monday morning, locating the right tools for a specific job is often a constant headache for many in this profession.... Read more...

5.6.2013

The word 'uniform' stands for uniformity and unity. It is often claimed to be a symbol of responsibility, functionality and commitment to an institution or organization. It may assist in bringing a lot of different people from different backgrounds together with a consistent ‘look’ - giving a picture of unity in diversity.... Read more...

2.6.2013

Maintenance strategies for tools and equipment are really important for any industry, particularly engineers who are working regularly with expensive machine tools.... Read more...

2.6.2013

Engineers have a crucial role to play in our society and are often at the forefront of technological advances that can transform the manufacturing process.... Read more...

16.5.2013

It’s no secret that the work of an engineer is a grueling one. The very nature of an engineering job involves endless problem solving and the need for acute skills in Maths and Science.... Read more...

12.5.2013

Within the modern manufacturing industry newer technologies have given rise to innovative manufacturing procedures as older less efficient technologies are replaced by newer more precise and faster ones. There is a seemingly unstoppable momentum to the enhancements that factories, industries and machine shops are undergoing in their formerly tradi... Read more...

12.6.2013

LG Motion Ltd based in Basingstoke, Hants, UK are motion control technology specialists delivering quality design and experienced manufacturing with a personal, professional service to science institutes and leading machine manufacturers.... Read more...

10.6.2013

Thorlabs Inc. has evolved to become a leading global player in the supply of photonics products to customers conducting light-based experiments – namely, the people who are creating the light-based technology of tomorrow..... Read more...

7.6.2013

A third Hermle C 30 U 5-axis machining centre has been installed at Seco Tools (UK) for manufacturing bespoke tooling. The German-built machine, supplied by Geo Kingsbury Machine Tools, is different from the other two in that it is equipped with a manual Erowa system to help the operator load and unload pallets, rather than having a pallet pool for... Read more...

7.6.2013

Leading precision manufacturing specialist - Cross Manufacturing Co (1938) Ltd - has recently invested in a second large Doosan Puma 480 lathe, supplied by Mills CNC.... Read more...

5.6.2013

As time has evolved the world of engineers has forced challenging materials on the industry. The newest to the market place is composite materials. The future belongs to composite materials - they will play a massive part in the automotive industry as manufacturers look of ways to produce lighter more fuel efficient cars.... Read more...

31.5.2013

Cwmbran-based leading precision subcontract specialist James Brown Industries Ltd started trading in 2004 with three Doosan machines (two lathes and one milling machine) supplied by Mills CNC.... Read more...

29.5.2013

Complex turned parts with different diameters were the challenge for job shop Seeger. A hydraulic clamping system from HAINBUCH with inter-changeable clamping heads is the solution that keeps the company flexible for short-notice changes.... Read more...

24.5.2013

Precision engineering in the motorsport industry is demanding and competitive, especially when supplying Formula One teams. That's why BH Blackmore strives to deliver an overall level of service, to surpass expectation, and to ensure that the supply of machined components is always within tolerance and time frame.... Read more...

23.5.2013

Penn Elcom products will be found on virtually every stage. General manager Roger Willems explains why that’s so: You simply have to keep both feet on the ground and enjoy what you’re doing.... Read more...

22.5.2013

Buying a new machine tool is something that takes a degree of commitment and everything has to be ‘just so’ before making a major capital investment, this is even more the case for the many small sub-contractors up and down the UK, Heywood and Palmer being a case in point.... Read more...