A Black Country manufacturer signalled its intentions for future growth by placing a major order at MACH.

Clamason Industries, which produces precision metal components and assemblies, announced a £1m total project investment with Bruderer UK to secure its largest ever press that will be used to target up to £6m of new orders.
The specialist supplier to the automotive, medical and building products sectors will install the 300-ton Zani Motion Master press in June, and is hoping that the speed and additional bed size will unlock larger pressing and stamping opportunities. This major investment comes after a successful two-year period for the Kingswinford-based firm, with an MBO in 2016 proving the catalyst for 10% year-on-year growth, 20 new jobs and a predicted £30m turnover across its operations in the UK and Slovakia during 2018.
For further information www.bruderer.co.uk

Kerf Developments used the show as the launch pad for the latest additions to its plasma, waterjet and oxy-fuel cutting product portfolio, such as the new Plasmaster HD system.

This high-definition cutting technology was fitted with the latest Lincoln Electric Flexcut plasma system. Alongside the Plasmaster HD was the RUR2500p with UltraSharp cutting technology. RUR2500p packages are available to suit manufacturers processing anything from 1 mm-thick galvanised plate through to 70 mm-thick Hardox wear-resistant plate. Samples of finished parts were also on display to highlight the quality of holes and edges.
For further information www.kerfdevelopments.com

MACH 2018 proved to be a resounding success for Measurement Solutions, with the company selling several Metrascan 3D inspection systems throughout the week, as well as a host of other 3D scanning, measurement and inspection technologies. Indeed, four Metrascan units were sold to UK automotive OEMs and a Formula One team. The company also sold a Metrascan unit with a Handyprobe portable CMM to Stevenage Sheet Metal in a six figure order.

Stevenage Sheet Metal showed an interest in scanning technology two years ago. However, Metrascan 3D technology has only been available in the UK for the past 18 months so, as soon as the company saw it at a supply chain partner, a decision to investigate further was taken. Stevenage Sheet Metal visited MACH, received a demonstration, and the purchase decision was made instantly.
For further information www.measurement-solutions.co.uk

Ilkeston-based precision laser cutting company, FC Laser, has secured £1.1m in funding from Lombard and NatWest.

The deal has helped fund the acquisition of two state-of-the-art cutting machines that will improve efficiency by 40%, giving the business a significant competitive advantage.
Danny Fantom, managing director at FC Laser, says: “Our new equipment means we will be able to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to productivity, putting us in a strong position to grow year on year.” Veronica Wales, Lombard relationship manager, adds: “FC Laser prides itself on both cost efficiency and the high quality of its products and services, and it has been extremely rewarding to have helped the business continue in this tradition.”
For further information www.lombard.co.uk