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New FH Modular Coolant Hose system from Elesa UK
02 Sep 2020 by Elesa UK Ltd
The new Elesa FH Modular Coolant Hose system provides a popular solution in metal cutting and machining applications, and for lubricating large compressors and other equipment, in the oil and gas industries. This modular system using snap assembly of the single elements allows adjustment of the lubricating jet with maximum flexibility, while maintaining stability in operation even in the presence of equipment vibration.
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Repair, recycle, innovate
02 Sep 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Waste management is a fundamental part of any business, but it can often be forgotten.
In many sectors of engineering, from civil engineering to electro-mechanical engineering, responsible waste management is of the utmost importance. After all, the waste produced by large engineering firms can be staggering, and potentially hazardous. As well as managing their own production waste in line with government regulations and environmental laws, it often comes down to engineering firms to work towards new, efficient waste-management solutions for everyone.
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Dimensional flexibility
02 Sep 2020 by Engineering Capacity
A new laser cell at GF Laser gives it the flexibility to switch quickly and easily between 2D and 3D cutting.
The Trumpf TruLaser Cell 5030 5-axis CNC laser-profiling machine is the first such machine in the UK and has boosted throughput speed at the company’s Dudley headquarters and manufacturing centre.
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Larger mould tools
02 Sep 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Following the food industry trend towards larger mould tools for increased productivity, Pattern Forme has expanded its deep hole machining capabilities.
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Sequential scheduling
02 Sep 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Sequential Scheduling software helps subcontract manufacturers ensure a smooth flow of work, avoiding bottlenecks and late deliveries.
PSL Datatrack's Sequential Scheduler module is designed to assist in the scheduling of shop floor processes and is subject to continual improvements. The module helps to create a closely controlled, smooth flow of work throughout a factory so that deliveries are made on time and any potential bottlenecks which may result in late delivery are identified, allowing rescheduling to take place.
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New Pinet Stainless Steel Friction hinges from FDB Panel Fittings
27 Aug 2020 by FDB Panel Fittings
The humble hinge is constantly being developed and upgraded to ensure that specialist enclosure or cabinet makers have the right component whatever the application. A good example is the new Pinet range from FDB Panel Fittings – in this case their new dual-function 301 Stainless Steel torque/friction variants to help regulate door opening/closing with a torque or friction function.
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Trumpf 5-Axis Laser Cell Is Flexible Friend At GF Laser
26 Aug 2020 by New River Industrial Communications Ltd
Following the installation of a TRUMPF TruLaser Cell 5030 5-axis CNC laser-profiling machine, the first such model in the UK, GF Laser (www.gflaser.co.uk) is enjoying the flexibility afforded by a system that can switch quickly and easily between 3D and 2D cutting to suit workload requirements. The machine has also provided a further boost to throughput speed at the company’s Dudley headquarters and manufacturing centre.
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Stabilising sustainable power
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Sheffield based steel casting and forging specialist, Sheffield Forgemasters, is manufacturing key components for a revolutionary new device for the renewable energy sector.
In a first for the company, it will supply energy giant GE’s Power Conversion Business with central components for rotating stabilisers, large turbine-like devices which work to stabilise electricity fluctuations on the electrical grid.
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Getting with the programme
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Sarginsons Industries has joined a national automotive programme to boost its competitiveness and access funding.
The lightweighting casting specialist has signed up for the National Manufacturing Competitive Levels (NMCL) Automotive Programme and has received funding of £268,000 as part of a wider £536,000 investment to complete the programme by March 2022.
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Breaking the mould
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Medical, pharmaceutical and commercial plastic moulder and thermoformer TEQ has rebranded its business into one operation.
It was previously been known as Plastique across Europe, and TEQ Thermoform Engineered Quality more widely.
The business, which was recently acquired by Sonoco, is now able to offer a complete range of cleanroom-manufactured and injection-moulded packaging to the medical, pharmaceutical and commercial sectors.
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Lend out to help out
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
JRE Precision was able to cope with the high demand for its services during the COVID-19 pandemic by taking up the offer of a loan machine from XYZ Machine Tools.
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New 2020-2021 Enclosure hardware catalogue and supplement from EMKA
24 Aug 2020 by EMKA UK Limited
EMKA have again demonstrated their commitment to the arena of industrial hardware components with their new Main Catalogue 2020/2021 – this covers their comprehensive range of ingenious locking technology for cabinets and enclosures which has earned the description of “everything but the enclosure” for the way in which specialist panel builders have come to rely on it for their high quality, easy to assemble locks, handles, hinges, swinghandles and gasket.
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Electric attraction
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
A new manufacturing cluster has been established to target more than £10m of electrification opportunities over the next twelve months.
Brandauer, C-MAC SMT and PP Control & Automation - all members of the Manufacturing Assembly Network (MAN) - have come together to offer a single-source supply chain solution for electric motors, drivetrain components, battery cells, casings and housings, transfer laminations, PCB assemblies and wider infrastructure services.
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Fighting for manufacturing
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has joined a national alliance fighting to protect Britain's manufacturing sector from unfair competition in the post-Brexit era.
ALFED believes membership of the Manufacturing Trade Remedies Alliance (MTRA) will strengthen the latter's campaigning efforts.
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Boom in apprentice enquiries
24 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Make UK, the manufacturers’ organisation, says it’s been overwhelmed with enquiries about apprenticeships at its Technology Hub in Birmingham, following this year’s GCSE and A-level results.
Hundreds of young people from the Midlands and beyond have got in touch with Make UK; it now has over 2,000 young people in its talent pool looking for apprenticeship opportunities, and is urging engineering and manufacturing employers not to delay their apprentice recruitment plans, or to consider taking on an apprentice.
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REDUX™ Wave Springs functionality in small spaces from Lee Spring
24 Aug 2020 by Lee Spring Ltd
REDUX™ wave springs from Lee Spring offer high functionality in space critical applications where they are designed to replace conventional round wire compression springs and to provide tight load deflection in a very small area - which enhances efficiency, reduces operational cost and permits smaller assemblies.
Wave spring applications typically include connectors, pumps, clutches, seals, medical equipment and valves where uniform force distribution and/or uniform rotational pressure is required over 360° in restricted spaces.
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Elesa supports the Waste Management Industry with specialist standard components
20 Aug 2020 by Elesa UK Ltd
Given the growing worldwide need for re-processing and re-cycling, Elesa, as market leading manufacturers of standard industrial components, are delighted to support the waste management and processing industries with robust standard components designed for application in these arduous environments and available ex-stock.
GN 949 stainless steel spoked handwheels are offered for manual adjustment of valves, gates, rollers, screw adjusted equipment where they provide ergonomic operation and longevity derived from their robust corrosion resistant construction.
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Oiling the supply chain
19 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Cast metal specialist Grainger & Worrall has used its rapid end-to-end approach to fill product requirements in order to avoid costly delays to post-Covid 19 shutdown automotive production restarts.
This has enabled the company, which won a Queen’s Award for Innovation earlier this year for its innovative ‘Next Generation’ castings, to play a key role in helping to restart the automotive industry in Europe.
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30,000 Mazak controls
19 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Strategic manufacturing outsourcing specialists PP Control & Automation has delivered its 30,000th machine tool control system to Mazak UK.
PP C & A has been working with the global machine tool builder for more than 27 years and the latest partnership has seen it play a key role in the design and production of the new CV5-500, a fully simultaneous 5-axis machining centre.
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Pressing their advantage
19 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
A leading supplier to the European car market has invested in its first ever Bruderer to help it increase output for current and future models.
Xandor Automotive Canning Brett, which manufactures exterior, interior and under bonnet components, installed a refurbished BTSA 40 high-speed press and BBV 202-120 feeder three months ago and is already achieving a 400% daily increase in volumes on selected lines.
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Beating germs is a gas
19 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
Sheet metal firm Salamander Fabrications is working with a market leader in room sanitisation and odour removal to supply products that store a natural gas that can eradicate harmful bacteria.
Biofresh was established to focus on modifying the atmosphere in fruit storage facilities – controlling mould and bacteria through the use of ozone, which stops food from spoiling as quickly.
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5-axis targets aerospace
19 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
BEL Engineering has expanded its capacity with a 1m cube 5-axis machining centre that is ideally suited to the production of aerospace engine parts.
The new Hermle C 62 UMT 5-axis, vertical-spindle machining centre was supplied by sole UK, Ireland and Middle East agent, Kingsbury.
The investment follows the company’s accreditation to AS9100 in October 2019.
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Transformative work honoured
18 Aug 2020 by Engineering Capacity
The Royal Academy of Engineering has awarded 19 individuals and teams of engineers with the President's Special Awards for Pandemic Service for exceptional engineering achievements in tackling COVID-19 throughout the UK.
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New Spring Hinge with new features for ease of operation
17 Aug 2020 by FDB Panel Fittings
Even the simple and popular rolled knuckle spring hinge now comes with dual-function spring opening assistance, courtesy of the Pinet/FDB Panel Fittings sales partnership. These aluminium spring hinges in discrete “piano-style” are suitable for industrial applications from workshop to office.
They feature integral spring support which balances the weight for easier operation. Two different force loadings are available to accommodate different door sizes. Drilled and undrilled mounting leaves are offered to enable flexibility of installation.
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EMKA stainless steel series locks, handles, hinges, swinghandles
14 Aug 2020 by EMKA UK Limited
The present lockdown and its associated lifting to enable a recovery phase is reflected in an increased need for stainless steel hardware such as the ex-stock locks, handles, hinges and swinghandles from EMKA. These are required for new and upgrade installations of air conditioning plant, offshore controls, food processing and other washdown areas where enclosures or cabinets call for “everything but the enclosure” and especially in stainless steel where IP ratings of IP40, 65,66 and IP69 are available.