Manufacturing needs problem-solvers
Posted on 16 Oct 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
There has been a 200% hike in demand for practical problem-solving training, according to new figures from EEF.
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Currently trending
Posted on 9 Oct 2014 by The Manufacturer
One thing everyone knows is that trends come and go, no matter the industry. But what about megatrends? And more so, what exactly are they?
North East manufacturing growth slows in third quarter
Posted on 9 Oct 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
Manufacturing growth has slowed in the third quarter according to a study published today by the British Chambers of Commerce.
Complete the Annual Manufacturing Report survey
Posted on 1 Oct 2014 by Tim Brown
The Manufacturer is compiling this year's annual manufacturing report and would like to invite you to contribute to the report by completing a 10 minute survey in your area of speciality.
UK car production slumps in August
Posted on 25 Sep 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
Car production dropped by 22% last month as a result of manufacturers shutting up shop for the summer, according to the Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Manufacturers still wary of investing despite recovery
Posted on 25 Sep 2014 by The Manufacturer
More than a third of UK manufacturers have no plans to invest in capital expenditure, despite the sustained economic upturn, new research commissioned by Lloyds Bank has found.
Tata Steel and WMG team up to drive UK steel development
Posted on 24 Sep 2014 by Callum Bentley
A new stretegic partnership between Tata Steel, the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) and the University of Warwick is set to help drive advancement in the UK steel industry.
New funds for manufacturing research
Posted on 23 Sep 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
Two major funding programmes have been announced at the 3rd EPSRC Manufacturing the Future Conference.
Swab manufacture made easy with robots
Posted on 12 Sep 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
Secure Technologies has developed an efficient and cost-effective solution based on an Omron SCARA robot to improve the manufacturing process for water-testing swabs.
Golden opportunity for North Yorkshire manufacturers
Posted on 11 Sep 2014 by Victoria Fitzgerald
City of York Council has teamed up with the Manufacturing Advice Service (MAS) to help North Yorkshire manufacturers take advantage of multi-million pounds worth of new opportunities.