David Way, chief executive of the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS), comments on manufacturing and engineering apprenticeships: “Making things and making things work is what an Apprenticeship in this sector is all about and there are
Published 14 Feb 2013 1:15pm by Jane Gray
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Time is a very important factor in the world of automation, as is downtime. Downtime and data loss, no matter how small, can result in complicated and time-consuming restarting procedures. Siemens AG Automation and Drives
Published 13 Feb 2013 12:19pm by Tim Brown
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The Formula One team Red Bull Racing, based in Milton Keynes, demonstrates how to build a Formula One car creating ‘The Rhythm of the Factory – RB9′.
Published 8 Feb 2013 1:13pm by Jane Gray
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The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) has recently purchased a brand new waterjet/milling machine, supplied by WardJet. This video shows the new machine cutting a demonstration piece for the AMRC’s waterjet open house with
Published 5 Feb 2013 10:18am by George Archer
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A new video from Semta shows it’s easier than you might think to take on an apprentice. If you think you don’t have the time, experience or staff resources necessary – or simply don’t know
Published 29 Jan 2013 9:48am by Tim Brown
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The University of Birmingham has a long history of successful business partnerships and is embracing its role in supporting the regional and national economy. A whole range of support is available such as access to
Published 11 Jan 2013 11:50am by Tim Brown
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BAE Systems Military Air & Information Communications have put together a video to explain what engineers do and encourage more students to take on a career in engineering. The video has been produced by the
Published 9 Jan 2013 12:50pm by Tim Brown
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PPS Company profile – 30 Year anniversary celebrating achievements and new plant. Kirsty Davies-Chinnock – Managing Director of PPS Ltd explains what drives her company to success, and why she has chosen to invest in
Published 9 Jan 2013 11:53am by Tim Brown
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The FT’s Peter Marsh explores the set of new forces influencing the business of making things – and the implications and opportunities for consumers and British manufacturers.
Published 2 Jan 2013 9:52am by Tim Brown
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The Patent Box is a new tax regime being introduced on 1st April 2013. It’s designed to help companies who pay Corporation Tax and who exploit patented products. This video gives an introduction to the
Published 5 Dec 2012 2:11pm by Tim Brown
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