More than 40 of the West Midlands’ leading manufacturing and engineering support businesses showcased their expertise at a new exhibition held in Telford earlier this month.

The Training and Manufacturing Group Expo, organised by In-Comm Training and sponsored by FBC Manby Bowdler, provided a networking opportunity for the region’s decision makers, thought leaders, engineers and workers of the future. Accura Engineering, Collins Aerospace, Guhring and Bruderer UK were among those taking part, while specialists in recruitment, marketing, law and workwear were also offering advice and guidance.

More information www.in-comm-tmg.co.uk

A major materials specialist is challenging UK manufacturers to innovate for tomorrow in pursuit of increased sustainability. The rallying call came from Dr Aphrodite Tomou, head of technical at Goodfellow, who is encouraging companies to consider how they can use new materials to boost product performance and be kinder to the environment. Goodfellow can advise on more than 170,000 different metals and materials. It has already helped clients secure success with metals for nuclear fusion research, lightweight and thermal resistant alloys for aerospace, and nanomaterials for battery and collar cell applications.
More information www.goodfellow.com

One of the wire sector’s strongest transatlantic partnerships has sealed another record-breaking year in North America. Alloy Wire International (AWI), which has manufacturing facilities in the West Midlands and Yorkshire, has sent over £3.5m of round, flat and profile wire to customers in this part of the world over the past 12 months. The company has built a strategic relationship with Davidon Alloys, which has been showcasing its 62-strong range of exotic alloys – including Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, Nimonic and Waspaloy – to clients involved in oil and gas, automotive and space.

More information www.alloywire.com

Renishaw is expanding its future workforce by welcoming 220 new recruits this year through its Early Careers programme. The intake comprises 63 apprentices, 100 graduates and 57 industrial placement students, showcasing the company’s commitment to nurturing young talent. Renishaw’s Early Careers programme offers a wide range of schemes and encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds with different skills and experience. Roles are available in Gloucestershire and South Wales, providing the opportunity to gain insight from industry-leading specialists while working on real-life projects and products.

More information www.renishaw.com/earlycareers