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Revolutionising Automotive Manufacturing
Revolutionising Automotive Manufacturing: How Laser Cutting Can Enhance Your Production Efficiency The automotive manufacturing industry continually seeks innovative methods to enhance production efficiency and design quality. Laser cutting technology has emerged as a pivotal tool in achieving these objectives, revolutionising traditional manufacturing processes. This article explores the transformative impact of laser cutting on automotive production,…
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 MoreSubcon Laser’s £1 Million Investment in a New Trumpf Machine
To keep pace with demand for precision laser cutting across a multitude of substrate types and dimensions, Subcon Laser has purchased an innovative and impressive Trumpf 10KW fibre laser machine. This represents an investment of £1 million, focused on matching the changing requirements of Subcon Laser’s growing number of manufacturing and engineering clients. …
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
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 6 top laser cutting trends of 2019
With technology being integrated into our everyday lives at an exponential rate, it comes as no surprise at all that laser cutting is rising in prominence alongside this. In STEM Studies, for example, laser cutting is now considered one of the standard technologies to teach students; even as low down as the Computer Science GCSE,…
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 MoreUK Manufacturing Isn’t All Doom and Gloom – Things to Be Proud Of
With Brexit taking over the news, we’re constantly being bombarded with information about how Britain is suffering, how our economy is failing, and how our future is looking bleak. It’s so easy to focus on the negatives, especially when they are being shared on the news and through social media. One of the biggest discussions…
Read MoreManufacturing a Sustainable Future for the UK
Sustainability in manufacturing has never been more important. As regulations tighten and public opinion places increasing importance on corporate social responsibility, the manufacturing industry has recognised the urgency of turning to sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices. And sustainable manufacturing isn’t just about keeping investors, regulators, and customers happy. There are numerous benefits to sustainable manufacturing practices,…
Read MoreTrends that will define intelligent manufacturing in 2019
2018 was a year of uncertainty for most manufacturing businesses. With an ever-changing political landscape affecting trade in the UK, Europe, and beyond, the term ‘adapt to survive’ has never been a more appropriate motto. As we approach a new year with similar turmoil on the horizon, intelligent manufacturers are looking to stay ahead of…
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