EDITORIAL ROUNDUP

Princess Royal visits Sheffield Forgemasters

The Princess Royal saw how Sheffield Forgemasters is investing in state-of-the-art facilities
and delivering next-generation skills as she greeted 75 apprentices recently. Her Royal
Highness was given a tour of the Brightside Lane facilities, seeing heavy forging operations,
meeting employees from all levels of the 675 strong workforce and receiving a briefing on
the recapitalisation taking place across the site. She follows in the footsteps of Queen
Victoria, King George V, Queen Elizabeth II and the then Prince of Wales (now King Charles
III), who all visited the Brightside Lane site.
More information www.sheffieldforgemasters.com

HNC receives funding boost

Halifax Numerical Controls (HNC) has received a funding boost having secured a six-figure
loan from Finance For Enterprise (FFE). HNC engineers have extensive experience in all
aspects of advanced machine tool design, build and support. The team has a particularly
high level of expertise in CNC and PLC automation systems.
The new funding will aid working capital and future growth for the company, which makes
machine tools to order all around the world. Current large projects in progress include two
for Mid-West Innovators in the US and two for Hilzinger in Germany. Another machine is
currently undergoing build in Taiwan.
More information www.hncl.co.uk

In-house exhibition at World Machinery

Machine tool supplier World Machinery is hosting an in-house exhibition on 6-7 November
2024 at its UK headquarters in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. The company will showcase its latest
innovations in laser cutters, tube lasers, all-electric press brakes and automation, among
other technologies. World Machinery’s friendly and professional staff will be on hand to
discuss the optimal solutions to existing challenges and new projects. The company can also
offer flexible and affordable finance agreements. The exhibition will be open from 10:00 to
15:00 both days. Confirmation of attendance is kindly requested.
More information www.worldmc.co.uk

Heller becomes AMRC member

At the recent AMB 2024 exhibition in Stuttgart, Matthew Farnsworth, commercial director
at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) announced
that machining centre manufacturer Heller had become its latest Tier 1 member. The
German-owned machine tool company has numerous factories, including one in Redditch.
As part of the agreement, a Heller F 6000 five-axis horizontal mill-turn centre will take its
place at the AMRC’s facility in Rotherham in June 2025. The machine will further the
development of aerospace-related applications, especially those involving the machining of
titanium structural and aero engine components.
More information https://uk.heller.biz

Inspiration Through Innovation 2024

Inspiration Through Innovation returns on 16-17 October, marking a decade of
breakthrough collaborations in aerospace and medical manufacturing. This year’s event
promises cutting-edge insights into overcoming shared challenges, bringing together
industry leaders, innovators and experts at the UK Innovation Hub of Seco Tools in Alcester.
With dynamic discussions, insightful seminars, live machining and digital demonstrations,
the spotlight will be on transformative strategies and best practices in manufacturing. Seco
Tools is inviting visitors to attend the free event and explore advancements in machining
components such as turbine discs, hip cups, femoral stems and A-frames, with insights from
leaders at the forefront of the aerospace and medical sectors.
More information www.bit.ly/3ZVjxau