Posts Tagged ‘manufacturing’
Subcon Laser continue to invest in the very latest technology.
Subcon Laser Cutting Ltd – based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire continue to invest in new technology and other aspects of the business to exceed customer expectations and maintain their leading status. We visited MiM Gold members Subcon Laser for an interview with General Manager Tom Mongan and a look around. The multi-award-winning Warwickshire based company Subcon Laser…
Read MoreNo CAD drawing? No problem
Since CAD technology first became commercially available, it revolutionised the practice of creating engineering drawings. Now virtually everything that is manufactured, built or assembled in the engineering and construction industries is made to a CAD drawing or set of drawings.
Read MoreContributions of laser technology to society
Laser technology has been a major contribution to the manufacturing industry. Without lasers, automation – a technology by which a process is performed with minimal human assistance – wouldn’t be possible. With automation, industries benefit in cost reduction and company productivity is increased. What is laser? Laser (light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation) is…
Read MoreRobotics are transforming distribution for manufacturers around the world
In this digital age, robotics are becoming increasingly relevant. For businesses across the world, technological advances are making operations simpler and paving the way for increased profits in the future. The manufacturing industry has always relied on technology and innovative engineering to evolve operations and production practices. Now, manufacturers from all over the world are…
Read MoreThe challenges of automation for smart manufacturing
The challenges of automation for smart manufacturing The implementation of smart manufacturing is a very worthwhile process. If done successfully, businesses will enjoy enhanced efficiency and flexibility in terms of production processes. It is also a good way to make your production enterprise future proof. A mindset of planning for the future is essential when…
Read MoreIncreased Automation in the UK Isn’t Synonymous To Fewer Jobs
For some time now, the increased automation of the UK’s manufacturing industry has been met with divided opinions. In the case of business owners, it is seen as something worth embracing. It promises increased productivity, fewer manufacturing errors and reduced production costs. However, employees seem to be on the losing end of robotic automation. The…
Read MoreSmart Factories: Revolution of manufacturing in the UK
Tech and industrial analysts believe that the optimization of the manufacturing process will result in the world’s fourth industrial revolution, dubbed as industry 4.0. Smart factories create a collaborative process in manufacturing, which is key to the revolution. Automation is not a new concept in manufacturing. However, industry 4.0 reaches far beyond just automation of…
Read MoreIndustries that rely on laser cutting services
Laser cutting has a staggering range of applications across a variety of modern industry sectors. Its popularity and reputation for quality rely on the speed, cleaner cut, and high-precision of laser capability. Yet not only are lasers faster and more accurate than other methods, they are also much safer. For instance, laser cutting is executed…
Read MoreThe Changing Role of Women in Manufacturing
Women in early manufacturing The UK’s manufacturing industry has changed dramatically since the start of the Industrial Revolution and so has the role of women in manufacturing. In the early days, women were actively encouraged into the manufacturing industry. In fact, the origins of mass schooling date back to the industrial revolution, when women were…
Read MoreThe Growth of the UK Manufacturing Industry
The growth of the UK manufacturing industry With all the uncertainty caused by the approaching Brexit, there are many industries that are suffering decline or stagnation across the United Kingdom. However, there are some industries that are bucking the trend, and instead, are benefiting from positive global conditions. One such industry is UK manufacturing,…
Read MoreHow the Midlands is Becoming a Manufacturing and Engineering Hub Again
In 1986 the first four wheeled petrol car drove the streets of Birmingham. This was very much an indicator of what was to come for the Midlands, as this one car was soon followed by the largest concentration of motor manufactures anywhere in the UK, or in Europe for that matter, delivering vast wealth, employment…
Read MoreA brief history of manufacturing in the Midlands
While the UK has a rich industrial heritage, it is often overlooked that the origins of large-scale manufacturing can be traced directly back to the Midlands. Birmingham was described as “the first manufacturing town in the world” as far back as 1791, and quickly earned a reputation as a city of multiple trades. This, in…
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