CNC machine expands fabrication capabilities

ECS Engineering Services, a supplier of fabrications to the water, nuclear and construction sectors, has enhanced its in-house manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a new Ficep Vanguard CNC system. The machine will increase productivity and capacity, while shortening lead times for customer projects. Notably, the Vanguard offers a three-spindle, direct-drive drilling and sawing line for drilling, scribing, tapping, countersinking and milling of rolled steel sections. The company is moving towards smarter workshops and its investment in software and machinery will play a huge role in that evolution, says ECS.
For further information www.ecsengineeringservices.com

200 apprenticeships up for grabs

In-Comm Training, which operates three technical academies in Aldridge, Telford and Shrewsbury, has seen a massive surge in the number of companies investing in vocational learning and currently has 201 vacancies available – the most at any time in its 40-year history. This means there are lots of ready-made career opportunities for students receiving their A-level and GCSE grades.

To help ease the pathway to an apprenticeship, In-Comm has introduced a dedicated hotline (01922 457686, option 3) to guide young pupils/students and their families through the different choices and how vocational learning can now lead all the way to a degree without the £100,000 debt associated with going to university. The various pathways include product design, mechatronics, toolmaking, machining, quality and production.
For further information www.in-comm.co.uk

Event to showcase laser technology

The MTC is opening up its doors to showcase the latest laser technologies at the Laser Matters 2022 conference, which will take place at the organisation’s Coventry facility on 14 September. This free-to-attend event aims at encouraging businesses to explore the very latest laser technologies. Exhibits will include a new industrial-scale robotic cell equipped with a 10 kW fibre laser, a state-of-the-art waterjet-guided laser machine and a powerful 300 W picosecond laser.

MTC technology manager Tian Long See says: “Delegates to the conference will be able to see the latest laser technology advancements, understand how the technology can boost productivity and effectiveness, and meet laser industry leaders and early adopters to discuss the potential for their businesses. This is a great opportunity to explore the world of laser technologies and understand how it can help manufacturing businesses in many ways by speaking to one of our engineers at the event.”
For further information www.bit.ly/3Ab4Amk

New laser-cutting service

Sourcing complex fabrications on short lead times is always challenging, but Stoke-based KMT is offering a solution with its new laser-cutting service for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Customers can now skip lengthy fabricator wait times, accessing high-quality metal work faster than ever before. This standalone service is available by contacting KMT directly.
The LVD type Phoenix FL-3015 6 kW fibre laser cutting machine operated by KMT benefits from an LVD Compact-Tower 3015 material storage and retrieval tower with six shelves, each with a capacity of 3000 kg.
For further information www.kmt.tools

Apprentices win first prize

Five degree apprentices from global engineering technologies company, Renishaw, recently won the People’s Prize for their entry in the national ‘Engineers without Borders’ competition. The competition showcases the most innovative minds that are entering the engineering industry and how they can use their skills to positively impact global and societal issues. Renishaw’s winning group — Jack Chomette, Jack Madley, Cameron Wilson, Toby Stevens and Elliott Davies — are all completing their Level 6 Mechanical Engineer Apprenticeship or Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer apprenticeship.
For further information www.renishaw.com