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Celebrate innovation at Advanced Engineering

On 1 and 2 November,the Advanced Engineering exhibitionwill return to the NEC in Birmingham where it will showcase innovation from the manufacturing and engineering industries. In response to high demand, the 2023 event will feature an expanded floor plan. The organiser Easyfairs has removed the different show zones that have been present in previous years and expanded the show’s footprint over a wider area.

Advanced Engineering exists to celebrate innovation and facilitate the forming of relationships within various vertical UK sectors. Whether that is aerospace, automotive, advanced metals, connected manufacturing or even space and satellite, attendees will meet new, useful contacts. Last year, over 8800 people attended Advanced Engineering, including representatives from Aston Martin, BAE Systems, Boeing, McLaren, Microsoft and many more.
For further information www.advancedengineeringuk.com

Bruderer presses on with Telford facility

A manufacturer of high-speed presses will open a 48,000 sq ft new factory and showroom in Telford next year.Switzerland-headquartered Bruderer has reinforced its 55-year commitment to the UK by announcing a significant investment in a dedicated site on Hortonwood, just a stone’s throw away from the home of the industrial revolution.

Construction work on the bespoke facility will start this month and see the creation of a dedicated competence centre capable of servicing new and pre-owned machines, and restoring legacy presses. There will also be a modern showroom that provides visitors with first-hand insight into new models, ancillary equipment and turnkey solutions.The move will see the firm relocate its existing facility from Luton to Shropshire over the course of the coming nine months.
For further information www.bruderer.co.uk

Free national manufacturing directory available

The High Value Manufacturing Catapult is making it easier for domestic manufacturers to connect with a new free-to-use UK Supply Chain Directory.Launched by the HVM Catapult as part of the Made Smarter Innovation/Digital Supply Chain Hub, the directory brings together hundreds of thousands of businesses across UK industry in one easy-to-search online resource. Businesses are also able to claim their company profile within the new UK Supply Chain Directory, allowing them to showcase key information and help attract new customers and suppliers.
For further information www.uksupplychaindirectory.com

SMEs form Resolve Engineered Solutions

A collaboration of four Cumbrian SMEs is embarking on a pioneering venture to establish ‘Resolve Engineered Solutions’.The joint venture brings together the expertise of Forth, React Engineering, PAR Systems and Cumbria Operations and Maintenance Service Ltd (COMS) to deliver end-to-end engineering services. It marks a significant step change in how the nuclear industry can access high-value capabilities. The four founding companiesenjoy recognition for their high-quality offerings and strengths. Through this collaboration, they will provide a holistic and efficient approach to tackling complex engineering challenges.
For further information www.resolve-engineered-solutions.com

AE set for SAMPE build competition final

The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) will host the final of its building competition at Advanced Engineering, which takes place on 1 and 2 November at the NEC, Birmingham. The contest aims to provide a practical composite engineering challenge through Young Engineers and Students (YES), where the entrants will be challenged to create a suitable structure and display it at the show.

This year, each team must apply their composites knowledge and creativity to design and construct a bridge capable of spanning a 1 m gap while resisting simple weights. The winner will be the bridge that meets specified guidelines and withstands the greatest load before failure. All teams will receive a sustainable composite material kit supplied by sponsors, ensuring equal terms for all participants.
For further information www.advancedengineeringuk.com