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Croom Precision Medical enhances cleanliness with new MecWash installation

The commissioning of a new MecWash MWX400 has led to ‘big wins’ for the quality team at Croom Precision Medical, the Co. Limerick-based manufacturer of medical implants and instruments.

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Air bearings manufacturer brings sliding-head turning in-house

The first sliding-head turn-milling centre to be installed at the Ferndown, Dorset factory of Air Bearings Ltd (ABL) is a Citizen Cincom L20-VIIILFV.

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Subcontractor orders second automated cell for machining prismatic components

Having installed a Japanese-built Brother production cell at the end of 2019, comprising two 5-axis Speedio M140X2 mill-turn centres served by a Feedio vision-based robotic unit for component handling, Worthing subcontractor Roscomac has ordered a second identical cell. PES reports.

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Wide belt technology provides a competitive edge

The recent arrival of an 81 series wide belt precision grinding machine at metal polishing and finishing specialist Van Geenen has had an immediate impact. Through improved capacity, productivity and overall capability the Rijssen, Netherlands-based company is opening up new business opportunities. PES reports.

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New 3D printer from Trumpf helps fabricators move into mass production

High-technology company Trumpf has recently unveiled the new series of its TruPrint 3000 3D printing system.

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Arcot Engineering upgrades with new 5-axis machine investment

Northumberland-based Arcot Engineering has upgraded its capabilities by investing in new cutting-edge machining technology.

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Subcon heralds the return of post-pandemic networking

From 14-16 September, Subcon returns to the NEC for the 44th time, marking a much welcome return to business events.

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EDM specialist introduces value-add machining capability

Mills CNC has recently supplied leading EDM precision subcontract specialist Erodatools with three new Doosan machine tools enabling the business to get its fledgeling machine shop up and running.

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XYZ welcomes back Mike Corbett in new production role

After two years away from XYZ Machine Tools, former applications manager, Mike Corbett is returning to the Burlescombe, Devon-based machine tool company where he will take on the role of production/technical manager from the 1st September.

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Building electric hypercars with additive manufacturing

Arash Motor Company, a Newmarket-based manufacturer of hypercars and sports cars, is accelerating the use of 3D printing in its facilities with the MakerBot Method X 3D printer.

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Fourth generation family values

Steve and David Walker are the fourth family generation to own and run Morris Brothers. Based in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent the firm was established over 70 years ago by Fred and Harry Morris as a haulage business, but quickly switched to engineering. Today, it specialises in the design and production of tooling and equipment for precast concrete manufacturers.

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DF Precision: a new business with a seasoned pedigree

While manufacturing technology is advancing like a cheetah on steroids, there are some machine brands that buck all the trends and remain iconic simply because of their longevity and reliability.

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