Bowers joins STC

Bowers Group has joined the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC), a not-for-profit organisation that is headquartered at the Silverstone racing circuit in Northamptonshire.

The cluster has been backed by the UK government and highlights a market of untapped potential. As part of its membership, Bowers Group has also been invited to join the Silverstone Metrology Special Interest Group (SIG).The aim of the group is to help accelerate technological development through metrology, leading to a rise in awareness, collaboration and the sharing of best practice.
For further information www.bowersgroup.co.uk

Software investment

Reading-based machining subcontractor Rodmatic has invested in a new production control system from PSL Datatrack to provide more effective management of its business, particularly with regard to production processes and customer service.

“We wanted a solution from a supplier that could understand the needs of a subcontract engineering business,” says Martin Wilson, general manager at Rodmatic. “As a BTMA Technical Member, we knew that PSL Datatrack had expertise and a good track record in our sector.”
For further information www.psldatatrack.com

Marposs buys software specialist

Metrology specialist Marposs has acquired control over Blulink, an Italian software house that specialises in software for quality control and process management.

Based in Reggio Emilia and active since 1990, Blulink focused its work on the development of software solutions for the integrated management of quality and safety in the working environment. The most advanced results of its research have been gathered in the Quarta3 platform, released in 2012 and adopted by over 1000 companies in Italy, as well as many other countries around the world. Blulink employs 40 people.
For further information www.marposs.com

Helix names growth partners

Helix Tool, an independent cutting tools specialist, has entered into a partnership with MRO+ Solutions and Cairngorm Capital Partners, to help it become a national player in the UK cutting tools market.

Headquartered in Leeds, the company currently employs 17 staff. The partnership offers Helix the strategic opportunity to increase market share, diversify the industries that it serves, and grow and extend its relationships with suppliers. As a result, the company will be able to scale its business and broaden customer experience. Charles and Louise Robinson will continue to lead Helix going forward.
For further information www.helixtools.co.uk

Promotion on latest turning centres

Colchester’s introduction of its latest Typhoon CNC turning centres continues with a new 3, 2, 1 promotion, which is available on all models in the range: a three-year warranty, which includes parts and labour costs; two years free servicing once the machine is installed; on one turning solution within the range.

The Typhoon series is Colchester’s next generation of CNC turning centre, following on from the Tornado range. Colchester offers Typhoon models as a choice of either linear (L series), or heavy-duty boxway (B series) turning centres, all available with variations of two-axis, C-axis, sub-spindle and Y-axis functions in a range of bar capacities to suit turning applications from 45 up to 165 mm spindle bore. All Typhoon CNC turning centres are fitted with the latest Fanuc Oi-TF control system featuring Manual Guide i.
For further information www.colchester.co.uk