Industrial auction nets six-figure sum

The assets of a steel fabrication business that went into liquidation fetched a six-figure sum when they were sold through an online auction. BPI Auctions handled the sale of metalworking equipment and vehicles from Midland Metal Fabrications, which ceased trading in May. Lots included industrial equipment ranging from CNC machine tools and welding extraction units to a gas-fired spray booth, welding robot and powder coating line. Marcus Smith from BPI Auctions says that conducting online auctions of a liquidated company’s assets simplifies the sales process for both vendor and purchaser.

For further information www.bpiauctions.com

Three new members for the AFRC

The University of Strathclyde’s Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) has welcomed three major new members from the manufacturing sector. Agreements have been signed with Kuka Robotics, Open Mind Technologies and Metalube, all joining as tier two members.

The companies will share knowledge with the AFRC, working with the £60m research centre on collaborative projects, partnerships and problem-solving exercises in particular manufacturing processes. “We’re pleased to add another three highly innovative businesses to our list of partners and are looking forward to the collaborative projects which evolve as a result,” says Dr Lynne O’Hare, chief business development officer.
For further information www.strath.ac.uk

Manufacturers gear up to IINEX 2017

The 17th edition of the International Industry Exhibition (IINEX) 2017 will take place on 6-9 October at the Tehran International Fairground. This annual exhibition, formerly known as TIIE (Tehran International Industry Exhibition), will cover 44,000 sq m of exhibition space and will be open from 09:00-16:00 on all four days. The event is organised by Idro International Trading.

For further information www.idro-fairs.com

Mazak strengthens operations team

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Milling, turning and grinding in a single set-up

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