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New introduction - DIRAK/FDB Panel Fittings flush surface, stainless steel compression latches
24 Mar 2021 by FDB Panel Fittings
“Rail transport is subject to especially high requirements in design, function and material which provide a challenge for hardware manufacturers to combine the advantages of a flush-mounted quarter turn with those of a compression latch, while ensuring easy, tool-less adjustment of the cam.
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New Locking Solutions Guide for Commercial Vehicles from EMKA
24 Mar 2021 by EMKA UK Limited
EMKA have long been market leaders in the field of specialist enclosure and cabinet hardware for both their innovation and quality of engineering, so they are now delighted to announce updated guidance at the www.emka.co.uk website for design and production engineers working in the Commercial Vehicle industry.
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Thinking inside the box
22 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Caunton Engineering has fabricated a 3m cubed ‘blast box’ for testing high explosives using a novel UK-developed modular construction system.
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EDM for increased medical demand
20 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Crossen Engineering has installed a new spark erosion machine that is being used to produce mould and press tools for a range of medical projects.
The Sodick AD35L spark-erosion machine from Sodi-Tech EDM arrived in December last year.
Belfast-based Crossen Engineering is a full service provider, offering everything from component design and prototyping to complete injection moulding and presswork production. An upturn in medical work over the past 12 months created to need to install a new die-sink EDM.
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Fabrication milestone in the can
20 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
ECS Engineering Services has fabricated its 300th machine frame for an industry-leading can making machine – CarnaudMetalbox (CMB) Engineering's industry 5000 Series Bodymaker machine.
The machine frame was produced entirely in-house by ECS' fabrication department.
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3D printing goes off-road
19 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Prodrive took 3D printing to the desert to produce parts to keep its Dakar rally cars in the running.
Prodrive has a long history in motorsports, competing and winning its first event, the Qatar International Rally, in 1984. Since then, Prodrive has been unstoppable, winning a multitude of titles across a wide range of motorsport disciplines.
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Novel air suspension expansion
19 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Carbon Air, a British materials company, is planning significant growth of the applications for its ‘activated carbon’ air suspension technology following its successful use on thousands of current-generation Audi A6 and A7 models since 2017.
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Focus on fuel cells
19 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Over £2m is being invested into developing a world class hydrogen fuel cell development facility in Coventry University, as the UK looks to lead the globe with electrified propulsion systems.
The Centre for Advanced Low-Carbon Propulsion Systems (C-ALPS), which works with a number of industrial partners, has pressed the button on work that will create a dedicated 100sq metre Hydrogen Fuel Cell lab and comprehensive upgrade of its powertrain cells for running with hydrogen fuel.
Trumpf shifts focus to open software
19 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
High-tech company Trumpf has acquired the software house Lantek and will now focus on sheet metal software that runs independently of its own manufacturing systems.
thus focuses on software in sheet metal processing that runs independently of the machine manufacturer.
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Could do better
17 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
The Cast Metals Federation, CMF, has urged the Government to be more ambitious in its plans for an overhaul of public procurement to support UK manufacturing supply chains in its response to the Green Paper and consultation.
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Cool new technology
17 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
New heat shield technology is said to be 35% better than conventional solutions, reducing heat transfer by almost a quarter and providing significant surface temperature reduction.
The automotive and motorsports heat management specialist Zircotec is launching the new heat shield solution, ZircoFlex® SHIELD which out-performs traditional products in weight, thermal performance and packaging space, depending on the needs of the user, according to a detailed research program carried out by the company.
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TRUMPF to showcase latest developments at virtual in-house trade show
17 Mar 2021 by New River Industrial Communications Ltd
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New Elesa wire rope isolators, spring mounts and cushions
17 Mar 2021 by Elesa UK Ltd
New Elesa ranges of stainless steel damping elements offer different designs for different jobs – AVC wire rope isolators are suitable for low-frequency damping with high deflections. Their function is to prevent damage to structures and preserve the correct operation of sensitive equipment while also reducing noise. The sister range of AVM spring mounts is excellent for low vibration with high deflections, while AVF metal cushions are compact for small spaces, higher frequencies and smaller deflections.
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Fastest flying probe tester
16 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Contract electronics manufacturer Jaltek has invested in a second flying probe test machine that will enhance its technical capacity and throughput.
The TAKAYA APT-1400F is reported to be the fastest flying probe test system on the market, setting new standards for speed and test coverage, and will sit alongside Jaltek’s existing machine.
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Quarter turn lock ranges ex-stock in the UK for industrial panel builders - from the FDB/DIRAK partnership
16 Mar 2021 by FDB Panel Fittings
FDB Panel Fittings are delighted to offer the full range of DIRAK high quality quarter turn locks for use as a locking mechanism in numerous applications. Quarter turn locks are comprised of a housing, insert, and cam with a wide range of assembly possibilities ensuring a wide range of locking devices and ancillary components for all industrial applications.
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Fast response for testing kit
12 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Precision engineering firm JJ Churchill reduced the traditional response time by two thirds for parts required by Surface Technology International (STI) for asymptomatic COVID-19 testing equipment.
Progressing from the first telephone enquiry to the manufacture of production parts in a matter of weeks, with prototype parts machined in days. A prototype to the production process, in the large volumes required, would normally take in excess of 16 weeks.
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EMKA locking solutions for the Railway industry
11 Mar 2021 by EMKA UK Limited
EMKA are delighted to now offer a comprehensive range of door locking hardware for the Railway industry – to suit specialist cabinets on-board or lineside, as well as for passenger doors and storage lockers. Train installations are particularly rigorous with respect to special requirements for safety - even in the smallest detail. For example, the regulations on fire protection play a major role in this area where EMKA provides its customers with complete systems consisting of closures, hinges, sealing and accessories which comply with the sectors' standards.
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Increased capacity for production of larger components - Vision Engineering Manufacturing Services
11 Mar 2021 by Vision Engineering Manufacturing Services
We've increased our capacity in our subcontract manufacturing facility. The Chester Machine Tools Alpha Centre V11L is ideal for machining large components.
Visit our website www.visionengmanufacturingservices.com for more information on the services we offer.
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Sharing in grown plan
10 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
PP Control & Automation (PP C&A) aims to double sales to over £40m after being selected for the Sharing in Growth (SIG) transformation programme.
The company has started a 100-day intensive business improvement project that will help it increase operational efficiencies, create a more resilient supply chain and open up new opportunities in aerospace, defence and renewables.
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FAC prepares for sector take-off
10 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) has added four new members this year as the sector prepares for a post-lockdown take-off.
FAC represents companies in aviation and aerospace and the associated supply chain – mainly centred in the south and south east but with an international membership.
Since the industry was hit hard by the reduction in passenger traffic it has been lobbying the government on behalf of the sector.
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Ejection seat contract renewed
10 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Martin-Baker Aircraft has renewed its supply agreement with composites specialist Pentaxia for the long-term supply of high-performance, lightweight components and assemblies on a multi-year basis. These parts are fitted to Martin-Baker’s latest generation of ejection seats and subsequent global fighter jet programmes.
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Galvanizing capacity ring-fenced
09 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Fastline Steel Services will have exclusive use of the Telford Plant A facility of Corbetts the Galvanisers following a multi-million pound agreement guaranteeing over 15,000 tonnes of perimeter steel fencing will be galvanized there every year.
The decision, which creates up to 40 new jobs and safeguards a further 80 more across the two firms, marks a switch from dual sourcing to a more strategic partnership that will deliver increased capacity and reduced lead times, not to mention world class, repeatable quality.
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On the road again
09 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Pressworking and prototyping specialist AE Oscraft has joined forces with the AA to develop a game-changing innovation that will transform the breakdown service for thousands of drivers.
The company has used its engineering expertise to create a new freewheeling hub that allow patrols to safely tow vehicles that can’t normally be ‘lifted and towed’ on two wheels, including 4x4s and the increasing number of electric vehicles in the UK.
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Raising quality profile
09 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
Broanmain Plastics has installed a new Baty R14 profile projector to ensure speed and consistency in its inspection and quality processes.
As a family-run technical trade moulder, Broanmain Plastics manufactures compression and injection moulded components used in various applications throughout many industries including, aerospace, electronics, railway signalling, filtration, and climate management systems.
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Modular aircraft maker joins NDI
09 Mar 2021 by Engineering Capacity
The maker of an advanced modular jet trainer for the RAF, which could create 3800 supply chain jobs, has joined NDI, the defence, security, space and aerospace division of Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation.