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Quest For Strategic Investment Leads To Sodick Wire EDM
The Engineering Quest, a family-owned precision engineering firm established in the 1970s, has made a substantial investment in advanced manufacturing technology by acquiring a Sodick ALC400G Wire EDM machine equipped with state-of-the-art micro wire. This decision signifies more than a simple equipment upgrade; it exemplifies how forward-thinking manufacturers are responding to the evolving deman ...
Vertical Integration Powers Next-Day Precision Tooling
In an industry where precision and timely delivery are paramount, Guhring UK stands out as a manufacturing powerhouse. The company's Birmingham facility exemplifies a vertically integrated approach to cutting tool production that sets new standards for service, quality, and responsiveness in the precision cutting tool sector. "We're very proud of the facility," explains Chris Bush, Nati ...
Two giants creating the future of wind energy
HACO A/S, a Danish family-owned company, is now equipped for the future of wind energy by installing its second large machine from Starrag. The company can now machine massive rotor housings and brake discs for offshore wind turbines in the 14 to 15 megawatt class more efficiently and precisely than ever before. The small town of Rødekro in southern Denmark, near the German-Danish border, is ...
Bird Flies High With Sodick
Nuneaton-based Birds Precision Engineering has recently invested in a Sodick AG 600L wire erosion machine from Sodi-Tech UK, marking a significant advance in the company's capabilities and service offerings. This strategic investment represents the latest chapter in the evolution of a business that has been growing steadily since its inception over three decades ago. The story of subcontrac ...
Guhring Breaks Bounds of Convention With New VOLLMER Machine
When it comes to cutting tools, the Guhring brand is synonymous with innovation and pushing the boundaries of convention. Driving this culture is a management structure that provides its 48 worldwide subsidiaries with complete autonomy. Guhring UK has led the charge on several fronts, from powering its Birmingham facility with solar PV to investing in a VOLLMER VHybrid 260 grinding and erosion mac ...
Cutting and Wear Optimises Manufacturing with Dugard Ibarmia Machine
Cutting and Wear Resistant Developments Ltd, a leading manufacturer of specialised downhole tools for the oil and gas industry, has undergone a transformative shift in its production capabilities after investing in an Ibarmia machine from Dugard. The company, led by Managing Director Matthew Cooper, has followed a successful growth trajectory over the past 12 years, and the introduction of this ad ...
TaeguTec Unlocks the Potential for Machining Superalloys
In the highly competitive world of manufacturing, the demand for increased productivity and efficiency is paramount. As manufacturers strive to push the boundaries of what's possible, the role of cutting tool technology has become increasingly crucial. One company at the forefront of this revolution is TaeguTec, a global leader in developing innovative ceramic cutting tools. In an interview ...
Efficiency Forecasting is ‘Key’ to OEMETA Results
Key Precision has carved out a remarkable niche since its inception. As a subcontract manufacturer specialising in precision turned and milled components, the company has consistently sought innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Founded 21 years ago, the Cannock-based company is intent on driving efficiency throughout the business. Leading the charge, Managing Director Greg Jacks ...
ETG Ireland Takes Subcontractor from Manual to CNC Machining
Founded in 1992, P&T Precision Engineering has an established reputation as a subcontract manufacturer that specialises in the production of jigs, fixtures and machined components for the food, medical and pharmaceutical sector. Historically a manual machine shop, the County Kildare company has made the transition from manual to CNC machining with the support of the Engineering Technology Group (E ...
RE Thompson is Fully Charged with hyperMILL
The pandemic has undoubtedly changed the way we work, but for OPEN MIND Technologies, undergoing an extensive online tendering and prove-out process against its competitors was an exciting new challenge. RE Thompson has ambitious plans for its manufacturing facility and implementing the correct CAM system was seen as a critical decision requiring due diligence for the subcontract manufacturer. ...
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