UK manufacturing takes new leadership approach to fight Covid-19 SME manufacturers in the UK are embracing a new leadership approach in the Covid-19 pandemic with the help of Made Smarter.
What do robots in CNC machining look like in the future? Titans of CNC explains what automation and robotics in CNC machining looks like in the future with the CEO of Fanuc America, Mike Cicco.
Two aerospace firms the latest to get Made Smarter investment Two aerospace manufacturers are the latest to secure support from Made Smarter, the movement helping SMEs join the Industry 4.0 revolution.
Scotland's fourth industrial revolution to be supported by 5G The development of a private 5G testbed at a pioneering R&D facility will act as an initial step in the next industrial revolution in Scotland, industry experts say.
104 British manufacturers to reap benefits of digital technology Made Smarter, the initiative helping SMEs join the Industry 4.0 revolution, has reached a major milestone having now funded more than 100 businesses.
Industry 4.0 in action: Mazak's iSMART Factory in Oguchi, Japan Watch a fully automated Mazak iSmart factory in Oguchi, Japan. The iSmart concept utilises Mazak’s Industry 4.0 infrastructure, enabling machine users to make the vital step-up from automated cell manufacturing…
Tempest fighter jet boss is new chair of Made Smarter pilot Made Smarter, an initiative to help SME manufactures adopt digital technologies, has appointed Glyn Jones of BAE Systems as the new chair of its North West pilot steering group.
New product helps manufactures drop development time by 90% A new solution to help manufacturers reduce development time and increase speed to market has been launched by three leading industrial specialists.
Another £20m announced for Scottish manufacturing institute An additional £20 million has been announced for the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), bringing total government investment to £75 million.
SMEs tap into university talent for digital transformation British manufacturers are utilising digital talent to help put technology at the centre of their growth plans with the help of Made Smarter.
Manufacturing’s new normal will involve augmented reality – PTC Covid-19 will accelerate the business world’s move to augmented reality (AR) and other IoT solutions as the UK adapts to a ‘new normal’, PTC says.
Traditional manufacturer redesigns factory with virtual reality A Radcliffe engineering firm is using virtual reality (VR) simulation to redesign its factory and processes to expand capability and target new growth.
UK ventilator consortium uses augmented reality to boost production A leading provider of industrial innovation technology is supporting the UK’s call for more ventilators through augmented reality (AR).
Industry 4.0 machining control Grob Systems, a global leader in the development of manufacturing systems and machine tools, has announced the introduction of Grob-NET4Industry software, designed to meet the needs of Industry 4.0 in…
Made Smarter: SMEs focus on data to boost growth Almost 75% of SME manufacturers supported by Made Smarter with digitalisation are putting data and systems integration at the heart of their productivity and growth plans.
Take a virtual interactive tour of Audi's Ingolstadt factory Audi is offering a virtual guided tour of its Industry 4.0-powered manufacturing plant in Ingolstadt, Germany, all from the safety of home.
Proof in the power of data Cloud data solutions being trialled at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) could provide a secure and cost-effective way for small and medium sized manufacturers to explore…
Smart factory ready measurement Designed to fit into any size of production facility, the MiStar 555 CNC CMM from Mitutoyo is said to deliver the toughest operating condition capabilities with exemplary drive speed and…
Aerospace supplier reduces production process from 90 hours to 18 A Lancashire-based precision engineering company, which supplies to the LEAP aircraft engine, has reduced production time drastically by installing Industry 4.0 technologies.
Made Smarter to run digital strategy workshop for manufacturers SME manufacturers are being offered an immersive workshop to equip them with the tools they need to develop a digital strategy.
Volkswagen invests in digitalisation to safeguard Wolfsburg factory Volkswagen is safeguarding the future of its main plant in Wolfsburg in 2020 with a drive towards digitalisation and Industry 4.0 technology.
North East is ready to deliver for changing industrial economy – MPI A panel discussion on the future of UK engineering has heard that the North East, and Teesside in particular, is well placed to deliver on the rapidly evolving industrial economy.
DMG Mori to focus on digitalisation and automation at Pfronten open house At DMG Mori's traditional open house to be held in Pfronten, southern Germany from 11-15 February 2020, the global machine tool manufacturer will stress digitalisation and automation.
How to develop a UK manufacturing workforce fit for the future The UK manufacturing industry’s skills crisis is well known – repeated surveys show an estimated 80% of firms struggle to recruit the talent they need to compete.
