German wind farm to use hydroelectric batteries
Posted on 13 Nov 2016 by Michael Cruickshank
A world-first project in Germany is combining wind power with hydroelectric batteries for energy storage.
Engineering
Smart road infrastructure to play a key role in self-driving technology
Posted on 11 Nov 2016 by Aiden Burgess
In a 21st century world dominated and driven by groundbreaking technology, driverless cars are set to be the future of transport. The changing face of machine tools production and consumption
Posted on 8 Nov 2016 by The Manufacturer
The machinery sector is changing and, thanks to a growing global demand, the market is diversifying. Samsung announces $1bn investment to expand Texas microchip plant
Posted on 3 Nov 2016 by Aiden Burgess
Samsung is planning to invest more than $1bn in its Austin-based Texas facility by the first half of 2017 in order to expand its manufacturing capabilities. TMALC 2016: the digitisation of manufacturing
Posted on 2 Nov 2016 by Jonny Williamson
Senior figures from across the UK manufacturing landscape discussed the trends, technologies and influences that are transforming the future of industry during the UK’s largest event of its kind, The Manufacturer's Annual Leaders Conference 2016. RoboVent announces expansion into Europe and appointment of industry veteran Gary Keene
Posted on 2 Nov 2016 by The Manufacturer
RoboVent, the leading provider of clean air technologies for manufacturing, has announced it is expanding its operations to Europe in response to the increased need for clean air solutions. UPS to establish 3D printing factory in Singapore
Posted on 19 Oct 2016 by Aiden Burgess
United Parcel Service (UPS) announced last month that it plans to expand its recently developed on-demand 3D printing service for its Asian network and customers. Ford ends manufacturing in Australia after 91 years
Posted on 19 Oct 2016 by Aiden Burgess
October 7, 2016 maked the end of an era for the Australian motor industry as Ford ended 91 years of manufacturing in Australia by closing its Broadmeadow factory. A digital manufacturing revolution
Posted on 18 Oct 2016 by Jonny Williamson
The Manufacturer and Atos recently hosted their second annual roundtable event, bringing together leaders from across industry to discuss how the UK can better embrace digital manufacturing technologies. Servitization 2016: live coverage
Posted on 18 Oct 2016 by Jonny Williamson
Yesterday was the Servitization 2016 Conference, an annual event delivered by The Manufacturer Thought Leadership Network. Below is a recap of the day's presentations, which offered real-world examples of the benefits of a service-based business model and the growth companies can derive from embracing it.