Hampshire’s BEC Group leverages over 40 years of local expertise, driving the UK reshoring movement through fully integrated tooling and moulding. Founded in 1978 by three visionary engineers, Hampshire-based BEC Group has evolved into a leading, independent toolmaking and plastic...
The demands placed on composite manufacturers continue to increase. Higher quality standards, more complex component geometries and growing pressure to improve efficiency require manufacturing processes that combine precision with productivity. This is where SL Laser’s laser projection systems and the...
Belzona has showcased the strength restoration capabilities of its Belzona SuperWrap II composite repair system through a live load test involving a seven-tonne monster truck. As part of its countdown to its 75th anniversary in 2027, the Company reinforced a...
Nature into engineering: Society often draws inspiration from nature. Leonardo da Vinci studied birds to design flying machines, while Velcro was inspired by burdock burrs clinging to a dog. This approach imitates nature’s designs, known as biomimicry, but also addresses...
The Advanced Materials Show has launched The Scale-Up Accelerator, a high-impact programme designed to bridge the gap between R&D and commercialisation for next-generation materials innovators. Taking place on 8th & 9th July 2026 at The NEC, Birmingham, The Scale-Up Accelerator...
Materials testing systems expert Instron will exhibit at JEC World 2026, taking place at Paris Nord-Villepinte from March 10 to 12. The company will be on stand 5N92, where it will run live demonstrations of composites testing systems used across different...
In a recently completed project, with a total value of around £230,000, Mantec Technical Ceramics demonstrated the proficiency and versatility it can offer when complex industrial processes are involved. Together with its Xtract Filtration subsidiary, Mantec worked closely with the...
As the UK marks National Apprenticeship Week, Velocity Composites plc is using the moment to underline a simple message: long-term growth in advanced manufacturing depends on sustained investment in people. Speaking during the week’s celebrations, Oliver Smalley, Chief Operating Officer...
Swiss cleantech materials innovator Bcomp has collaborated with leading Indian electric vehicle (EV) specialist Ather Energy to imagine how natural fibre composite solutions can shape the future of two-wheel mobility. The result is Redux, a new two-wheeler futuristic concept vehicle...
With the growing diffusion of outdoor applications and installations located near coastal areas, corrosion resistance has become an increasingly central issue in industrial design. Constant humidity, salt spray and aggressive atmospheric agents put even traditionally high-performance materials to the test,...
