The case for the Catapult
Posted on 28 Aug 2013 by The Manufacturer
Rob Saunders, head of energy at the Technology Strategy Board explains the requirement for the newly announced Energy Systems Catapult
Features
Brewing up a storm
Posted on 23 Aug 2013 by
The London Craft Beer Festival brings together London’s niche craft brewing scene where those in attendance are guaranteed to have a love of quality beer. Last weekend’s festival, running from Friday to Sunday, saw Marc Sobbohi and James Pozzi travel down to the Oval Space in Bethnal Green.
Virtual reality
Posted on 23 Aug 2013 by The Manufacturer
What’s the attraction of using simulation techniques to model production lines or plan factories and warehouses? Malcolm Wheatley investigates as manufacturers turn to the technology with increasing frequency.
Industry 4.0
Posted on 23 Aug 2013 by The Manufacturer
Brian Holliday, divisional director at Siemens Industry, explains the technology trends shaping a new paradigm for high-value, flexible production.
Welcome to the Renaissance
Posted on 16 Aug 2013 by
The world of brewing is in something of a renaissance period. ‘Craft brewing’ is an apt description as the rise of skilled beer-makers continues. Marc Sobbohi visits Kernel Brewery in Bermondsey where the ethos strongly favours quality, not quantity.
Block bribery blame
Posted on 8 Aug 2013 by The Manufacturer
How to protect yourself from bribery allegations without restricting trade prospects.
Regulation in an alcohol nation
Posted on 7 Aug 2013 by The Manufacturer
In 2013, the alcohol industry remains big business for the UK economy. Currently worth £37.7bn annually to the country and employing two million people, the sector provides a crucial contribution to the national purse strings. But while its value is widely acknowledged, the way in which it is regulated is a divisive issue. James Pozzi explores the regulations both progressing and inhibiting the industry.
Sparkling prospects
Posted on 6 Aug 2013 by The Manufacturer
In yet another summer of British sporting success and Royal revelry Jane Gray raises a toast to increasing English wine production and the first ever English sparkling vintage to win gold at the Effervescent du Monde international wine competition.
Whisky in the jar and billions to the trade balance
Posted on 2 Aug 2013 by
Exports of Scotch whisky hit £4.3 billion in 2012, a record and more than a quarter of all UK food and drink exports last year. Will Stirling takes the high road to learn more about the water of life.
Generate your own energy
Posted on 1 Aug 2013 by
Cutting your energy costs in half. Having your own power station. Buying energy at wholesale prices. Coming off the grid. All of this sounds fanciful, but that’s the future of manufacturing, according to energy expert Peter Rolton.