When a Hereford-based precision machinist company wanted to enhance its production capacity to break into new markets, it identified Yamazaki Mazak ’s latest, fully simultaneous 5-axis machining centre as the catalyst for change. Moving into 5-axis work can be a…

After sales service is an absolute priority at XYZ Machine Tools. Nigel Atherton, Managing Director says, “We have around 25,000 machines in use in the UK and our primary objective is to keep them all cutting metal and earning money…

Magog Industries are long established UK designers, manufacturers and suppliers of processing, mixing and conveying screws and barrels. Based in Ware, Hertfordshire, the company operates across the UK, Ireland, Europe and beyond. Working in partnership with European and UK manufacturers…

Optimas’ UK manufacturing division, Barton Cold-Form, holds a rich 90-year legacy of cold-form fastener manufacturing. Established in 1932 at the Barton Arms public house in Birmingham, Barton Cold-Form has seen incredible technological advancements across industry since its inception. However, although…

German laser specialist fires mega laser to mark 100th anniversary : High-tech company TRUMPF unveils one of the world’s most powerful show lasers // Company looks back over 100-year history // TRUMPF products geared to promising future markets  Ditzingen/04, August…

‘Old School’ Manufacturing Skills on Decline, Says Leading Recruiter Recent research from global recruitment agency, Gi Group Holding has highlighted how ‘old school’ manufacturing skills are declining and pinpoints other key shifts the manufacturing industry is undergoing, as the business supports candidates…

XYZ Machine Tools keeps 20,000 different spare parts on the shelf As part of its push to offer the best possible levels of service to its customers, XYZ Machine Tools holds nearly £2 million worth of stock at its head…

An essential step in manufacturing processes, parts cleaning significantly, contributes to product quality and adds considerable value. In the past years, the  related tasks have become much more varied and challenging. At parts2clean (hall  10, booth C38), Ecoclean will be…

UK subcontract manufacturers are recording strong post-pandemic order levels yet remain concerned around the ongoing impact of supply chain disruption and shortage of skilled operators, according to a new report on the sector. Based on an in-depth survey of stakeholders…