Stourbridge Turning and Grinding Ltd (STAG) has invested in a Duo 400 parts-washing system from MecWash.

Director Phil Pargeter says: “Our production levels were rising but we were unable to increase the number of components we could wash at any one time. On top of this, the expectation from our customers was for increased levels of cleanliness, something that is mirrored throughout the engineering world as technology and capabilities evolve. I’d seen the MecWash system in use and had been impressed not only by the high levels of cleanliness, but the quantities that could be cleaned while surpassing the existing cleanliness levels.”
For further information www.mecwash.co.uk

A supplier of press technology is celebrating its 50th birthday in style by aiming for a record-breaking year. Bruderer UK, which was formed in Luton in 1968, has just smashed the £5m turnover barrier for the first time in its history and is now setting its sights on adding a further £1m of orders for new presses, ancillary equipment and service packages over the next 12 months. Notably, the company is set to impose its biggest ever presence at MACH 2018 (hall 20, stand 330) to mark the anniversary, where it will be providing live demonstrations of its BSTA 510-125B2 press, fitted with BPG22 planetary gearbox and BSV300 servo-feeder.
For further information www.bruderer.co.uk

Part of Warrington Robotics Ltd, Bots.co.uk has launched a robot rental service, one of the first of its kind in the UK. Aimed at both industrial and commercial businesses, the robots available to hire include collaborative industrial robotic arms and commercial humanoid robots. Tim Warrington, CEO at Bots.co.uk, says: “As the demand for this technology grows, we’re supporting many of our customers who are new to using robots. We are able to advise the most suitable way to implement the robot into the business, and even offer training and programming upon delivery.

“Most clients will start out with one robot, to see how it goes, usually before hiring multiple numbers,” he adds. “Robot rental is already popular in the US by businesses such as Hirebotics, but is not something that has been seen in the UK before.” Hire starts from £65 per day plus training and delivery.
For further information www.bots.co.uk

Riley Surface World, a reseller of new and used surface-finishing plant and machinery, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification. Managing director Michael Riley says: “The decision to apply for certification was taken to provide a clear structure for our team and enhance customer confidence. As dealers in used machinery, we were conscious that there is sometimes a negative perception of what we do. ISO certification helps to dispel that perception and lends more integrity to our products and services.

“It is also vitally important that our people adhere to the quality standards that ISO demands,” he adds. “This extends to all aspects of our business, including controlling costs, reducing risk, managing quality and improving profitability. Finally, ISO certification enables us to trade with many larger and more diverse companies and organisations where previously our credentials were not sufficient.”
For further information www.rileysurfaceworld.co.uk