UK NEWS

Open Mind expands service team

Open Mind Technologies UK has employed three new applications engineers – Gareth Clarke, Matthew Brill and Victor Fapohunda – and restructured its application engineering team to bolster the company’s pre-and post-sales departments. Managing director Adrian Smith says: “We’ve divided our applications team into pre-sales and post-sales engineers, giving our engineers greater autonomy with customers, and allowing dedicated experts to maximise their skill set to the advantage of the end user. This will deliver an even better customer experience, making our team more dynamic and responsive than ever before.”More information www.openmind-tech.com

New tooling partnership in Scotland

Aberdeen-based Waverley Cutting Tools, a provider of high-quality cutting tools and solutions, has entered a strategic partnership with Tooling Intelligence that will see the latter become Waverley’s preferred inventory management supplier across Scotland. Roger Kelman, director at Waverley Cutting Tools, says: “Tooling Intelligence is a truly independent solution that allows us to utilise the SupplyPro inventory management solution to its full potential. This enhances our offering and demonstrates our commitment and support to customers who will benefit considerably from integrating SupplyPro.”

More information www.toolingintelligence.co.uk

Skills awards winners announced

Industry leaders gathered earlier this month at the 10th annual Enginuity Skills Awards to celebrate the best in UK engineering and manufacturing talent. Run by Enginuity, a charity dedicated to closing skills gaps, the ceremony was hosted by Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and award-winning broadcaster Steph McGovern at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Jamie Clarke, a maintenance apprentice at LISI Aerospace Rugby, not only picked up the Advanced Level Apprentice of the Year trophy but also the biggest prize of the evening, the Best of British Engineering Award.

More information www.enginuity.org/skills-awards-2024

Leicester Bearings makes key acquisition

Leicester Bearings, a specialist in the supply and distribution of engineering components, consumables and associated mechanical services, has acquired Mercury Power Transmission, a prominent player in the bearings, power transmission and fabrication industry. The focus is now on ensuring a smooth transition for employees, customers, suppliers and other partners.

Managing director of Leicester Bearings, Jamie March, says: “The extensive knowledge and experience that Mercury Power Transmission brings are second to none. This acquisition represents a strategic investment in expanding our footprint in the supply of fabrication, engineering services and power transmission, enabling us to deliver even greater value to our customers and drive sustainable growth.”

More information www.leicesterbearings.co.uk 

Anca celebrates 50 years with open house

Tool and cutter grinding machine specialist Anca marked its 50 th anniversary with an open
house event at its UK branch. The event, which showcased a range of grinding technology
innovations and celebrated five decades of partnership with manufacturers and partners,
attracted over 80 visitors from across the UK and Ireland.


The open house featured an array of topics to demonstrate the company’s latest
innovations, including the AIMS automation system, the latest release of Anca ToolRoom
software, and ULTRA technology for top-quality tool production. Attendees also gained
insights into micro-tool manufacturing and single set-up tool manufacturing with integrated
peel grinding.


Among the highlights were live machine demonstrations, informative presentations and
celebratory activities, offering attendees a first-hand look at the latest technologies for
precision tool manufacturing in action. In addition, Anca collaborated with industry partners
CemeCon (coating technology), GDS (clamping technology), Tyrolit (grinding wheels) and
Oelheld (fluid technology), thus providing visitors with access to experts across the
manufacturing process chain.


“We were thrilled to celebrate 50 years of innovation and success with our valued
customers and partners,” says Neil Kendrick, operations manager at Anca UK. “The open
house was an excellent opportunity for attendees to explore our latest advancements and
gain valuable insights to enhance their businesses.”


In a significant development, Anca UK announced a strategic partnership with GDS
Präzisionszerspanungs GmbH from Germany. Under the new partnership, Anca will
represent GDS in the UK and Ireland, bringing high-quality clamping solutions and combined
expertise to the market.
More information www.anca.com