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AMRC Training Centre Reaches Milestone

‘The premier league of engineering apprentice training’, ‘enabling enhanced productivity in
manufacturing’ and ‘an apprenticeship scheme worth every penny’ is what employers and
apprentices said about the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre as it celebrated a
decade of delivering apprenticeships and skills. The AMRC Training Centre brought together
apprentices, alumni, hard-working colleagues, key stakeholders and valued businesses to an
event highlighting the milestone. To date, the AMRC Training Centre has recruited more
than 2200 apprentices and worked with circa 400 different businesses.
More information www.amrctraining.co.uk

MecWash unveils MWX600 aqueous parts washer

MecWash is launching its MWX600aqueous parts washerfeaturing anexpansive wash chamber measuring 600 x 660 x 1000 mm. This significant upgrade in aperture capacity makes the MWX600 the most versatile and powerful system in the company’s MWX line-up.

The MWX600 incorporates an advanced design with enhanced features for maintenance communication and servicing. For instance, the system offers remote monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities, helping to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.

According to MecWash, the MWX600aqueous parts washer is not just bigger – it is better. Designed to accommodate larger components such as gearbox housings and bigger engines, the MWX600 offers capacity for heavy-duty cleaning applications. Additionally, the system boasts more ultrasonic rods than ever before, delivering higher cleaning power and precision for demanding industrial needs.

As the big brother of the Maxi system, MecWash says that MWX600 brings a new level of performance to the market that is unmatched by any other manufacturer. Its innovative features and robust design make it a suitable choice for industries requiring large-scale, high-capacity component cleaning solutions.

For 30 years, MecWash has been at the forefront of aqueous component cleaning, providing cutting-edge solutions to applications worldwide. The company says that its quality, innovation and customer service makes it a trusted partner for companies across many industrial sectors. The launch of the MWX600 underscores the dedication of MecWash to advancing technology and meeting the evolving needs of customers.

More information www.mecwash.com

UK tube train production

Following an investment of up to €230m, Siemens Mobility is opening a UKtrain manufacturing facility as part of the company’s new Goole Rail Village on a site which spans 67 acres, the size of 35 football pitches. London Underground’s new Piccadilly Line trains will be assembled at the factory before they start entering passenger service from 2025. Overall, Siemens Mobility’s investment in the region will create up to 700 new jobs and an additional 1700 supply chain opportunities by 2030. The company is also investing up to €50m in a new facility (also in Goole) to assemble and overhaul train bogies. More information www.bit.ly/3Yo3fWF

Refurbished Tech Centre

Cutting and profiling technology specialist Kerf Developments hosted a successful open house at its Rochdale headquarters last month to celebrate the opening of its new technical and demonstration centre. The fully refurbished facility is where engineers can investigate the company’s complete range of profile cutting solutions, including fibrelaser, oxy-fuel, plasma and waterjet technologies. Expert advice and the ability to offer a full suite of technologies enables Kerf to determine the ‘best-fit’ solution based on customer requirements. Four new machines are permanently in-situ at the refurbished facility.

More information www.kerfdevelopments.com

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 placeat 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