UK NEWS

One-Hit Machining Takes Spotlight

More than 90 visitors from the UK and overseas (representing 45 manufacturers) attended
last month’s Hurco open house in High Wycombe. Managing director David Waghorn said
that after tough trading conditions in 2024, the company experienced a strong upturn in
business towards the end of the year.
The event proved to be an excellent springboard into 2025, particularly as Hurco Europe’s
order backlog is in excess of £8m, more than double the figure of 12 months ago. The event
focused on one-hit machining using Hurco five-axis machining centres. The company offers
four styles of five-axis machining centre: cantilever, trunnion-type, B-axis spindle and
bridge-type machines with a two-axis spindle head.
More information www.hurco.co.uk

Sustainability boosts profitability in UK

A new study from software provider Forterro has revealed that 72% of UK mid-market
manufacturers see increased profitability because of operating more sustainably.
The study also shows the extent to which UK manufacturers are now focusing on
sustainability, with 84% of respondents citing it as a priority. Some 71% say their
organisation has a dedicated resource to address sustainability, while 75% reveal they have
a net-zero plan. The findings come from Forterro’s ‘UK Midmarket Manufacturing Report:
Key Tech Trends, Best Practice and Future-Proofing’, which is available at the link below.
More information www.bit.ly/3P106pS

AWI delivers present to local charity

A support group for children with Down Syndrome and their families has received a 10 th
birthday present from Alloy Wire International (AWI). Up and Downs, which was formed as
a charity by mums Diane Hughes and Jemma Sagar in November 2014, has become the
latest beneficiary of the company’s ‘Wired for Good’ campaign, which has donated over
£55,000 to local community groups and organisations. The latest £5000 donation will make
a big difference to the group, which provides families across Birmingham, the Black Country
and Worcestershire with access to peer-to-peer support and subsidised activities.
More information www.alloywire.com

Kasto Ltd relocates to Midlands

The UK and Ireland subsidiary of German sawing machine, storage system and materials
handling equipment manufacturer Kasto Maschinenbau has relocated its headquarters from
Milton Keynes to the Midlands. Kasto Ltd is now sited on Beauchamp Business Park in
Leicester, ensuring even closer to its main customer base.
At the opening ceremony last month, Jonathan Riegel, sixth-generation board member, and
fifth-generation managing partner Armin Stolzer, both made presentations in what is the
firm’s 180 th anniversary year. Emilio Lens, managing director of Kasto Ltd, also spoke, saying:
“The new location allows us to respond to our customers’ needs more quickly and flexibly.
Leicester’s proximity to important manufacturers enables us to create clear added value.”
More information www.kasto.com

TLM Lasers renews MAA membership

TLM Lasers has renewedits membership with the Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA). The company has been a member of the MAA for several years,throughout whichtime it has witnessed substantial benefits. TLM Lasers’ participation in MAA events, seminars and workshops has not only expanded its network, but also deepened its understanding of the latest trends and technologies shaping the aerospace industry. 

Renewing its membership reaffirms the company’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the aerospace sector. TLM Laser is eager to continue leveraging the vast array of resources and support provided by the MAA, which have been instrumental in the company’s growth and success as a provider of laser solutions for aerospace manufacturing across the UK.

As TLM Laser looks towards the future, the company is excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. The aerospace industry is poised for rapid expansion, and with the continued support of the MAA, TLM Laser says it is well-positioned to contribute to this progress while maintaining its reputation for quality and innovation.

The company extends its gratitude to the MAA for its support and looks forward to many more years of successful collaboration. Together, the two organisations will continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible in aerospace manufacturing.

The MAA provides its members with a wealth of resources and opportunities that are crucial for business development and innovation. For instance, the MAA organises over 20 events annually, including seminars, workshops and networking sessions. These events have allowed TLM Laser to connect with potential customers, suppliers and partners, fostering valuable business relationships.

More information www.tlm-laser.com