Research and Development

MetLase I4.0 Digital pipe checking fixture.

Is there already a successor to additive layer manufacturing?

UK Steel plant steel foundry - image courtesy of Depositphotos.

What does the future hold for the UK steel industry?

The market that has not seen a great deal of innovation since the invention of a mixer tap by Thomas Campbell all the way back in 1880.

Greg Rowe Ltd: Innovation on tap

There is a high potential for opportunity in the developing lightweight structures sector in Greater Manchester - image courtesy of UK Department for International Trade

Global lightweight manufacturing hub forming in Greater Manchester

Technology - Unlocking ideas through collaboration - the food and drink companies embracing open innovation

Open innovation: The food & drink companies unlocking ideas through collaboration

So, it’s no surprise that the Fourth Industrial Revolution powered by digital technology, sees Liverpool City Region at the forefront of developments. Liverpool UK Albert Docks

Liverpool City Region: Leading the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Data Innovation Technology Big Data Analytics Digital Digitalisation Stock - image courtesy of Depositphotos

Digital Transformation

Mazak selected for Govt’s flagship 5G factory initiative

Thrust Reverser Unit Developed at the 3DEXPERIENCE Center Wichita - image courtesy of Dassault Systèmes.

Airbus accelerates innovation at the 3DEXPERIENCE Center Wichita

What opportunity is disruptive innovation creating for your business?

Contained air products make it possible for the safe undertaking of many important tasks including medical research and treatment of diseases such as Ebola.

£6bn UK Research and Innovation body launched

Goodyear has revealed a new tire that integrates living moss to help improve air quality; it is 3D printed and includes IoT technologies.

Digital Transformation

Goodyear unveils 3D printed smart tyre to help improve air quality