The Manufacturing Technologies Association Welcomes New Government’s Commitment to Industry

The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) is delighted to welcome the new government and its robust commitment to revitalising the UK’s manufacturing and technology sectors. For over a century, MTA has championed the cause of a comprehensive industrial strategy, and we are thrilled to see this vision finally being recognised and implemented by the new administration. […]

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MTA Hosts Record-Breaking TDI Challenge to Inspire the Next Generation of Engineers

Worcester, UK, July 10, 2024 – The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) is delighted to announce the most successful Technology, Design, and Innovation (TDI) Challenge to date. Organised by MTA’s Technology & Skills Manager, Sami Ortiz, this year’s event has grown larger than ever, featuring over 23 finalists presenting their innovative projects to an esteemed panel […]

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MTA unveils their state-of-the-art training platform

The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) launched their brand-new training platform at this year’s MACH exhibition, hosted at Birmingham’s NEC between the 15th and 19th of April. This innovative new resource provides MTA and non-MTA members with a wide selection of training courses designed to enhance their technical and soft skills. Delivered via online, classroom-based, and […]

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Report reveals ‘True Impact’ of manufacturing is nearly a quarter of UK GDP

Manufacturing is having a far greater impact on the UK economy than first thought according to a major new report released today. ‘The True Impact of UK Manufacturing’, which will be unveiled at MACH 2024 in Birmingham later, shows industry is worth £518billion and supports 7.3million UK jobs directly and across the supply chains/communities it […]

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The Children’s Hospital Charity chosen as the New MTA President’s Charity

The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) traditionally support two charities during the year and for the first time, the President’s Charity has been chosen as the Children’s Hospital Charity, supporting Sheffield Children’s Hospital to provide world-class care to children from all over the world. One of three standalone children’s hospital in the UK, Sheffield Children’s Hospital […]

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New MTA President officially takes office

Tony Bowkett, CEO of Nikken, has officially taken office as the President of the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA), having served as Acting President for the previous six months. Tony succeeded outgoing MTA President Dave Burley in May this year but had to wait until the association’s Annual General Meeting in November, which took place on […]

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National broadcaster highlights MTA’s pioneering commitment to sustainability

The pioneering work conducted by the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) in its quest to encourage manufacturers to decarbonise their production processes has attracted the interest of national broadcaster, ITN. The broadcaster will highlight the association’s work in a new series appropriately named Sustainable Solutions Towards Net Zero, which is being broadcast on the eve of […]

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TDI Challenge continues to showcase the spirit of innovation

The Manufacturing Technologies Association’s (MTA) flagship Technology, Design and Innovation (TDI) Challenge competition has continued to showcase the imagination and design skills of a new generation of young engineers. The TDI Challenge 2023 encouraged students between 16 and 18 years old and enthusiastic about engineering and science, to demonstrate their creative talent to an industry […]

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Green Manufacturing

As part of our new series of Thought Leadership pieces, we talk to James Selka, CEO of the MTA about the potentials of green manufacturing.

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MTA expands support for engineering-based manufacturers with the launch of a new cluster of trade associations and events

The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) has expanded its support to the engineering-based manufacturing sector with the formation of a new cluster of trade associations and events. The move has seen the Engineering Industries Association (EIA) and Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK) join the MTA portfolio to create a unique alliance dedicated to promoting excellence in the […]

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Connected Metrology Solution from Bowers Group Reduces DPMS Rail Tip Measurement Time by 97.5%

Bowers Group has assisted DPMS in the development of an advanced rail tip measurement solution that reduces inspection of milling wheels time by 97.5%, transforming industry standards. Collaborating with its distributor, H. Roberts, Bowers Group worked to construct a tailored solution for the tip measurement station, enabling the system to work effectively and offer improved […]

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Smart Technology Analytics Helps Aerospace Manufacturer Increase Productivity 23 Percent

SPS Technologies, a world-leading specialist fasteners, assemblies and precision components manufacturer for the aerospace sector has increased productivity by 23%, which equates to 273 additional productive hours per week across 15 machines, after utilising smart technology from FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics. Employing 335 people at its site in Leicester, UK, SPS Technologies operates as part of PCC […]

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Bowers Group Unveils New Trimos V1 and V1+ Height Gauges

Bowers Group is delighted to announce the release of the Trimos V1 and V1+ height gauges. Designed for consistency and accuracy, the V1 offers user-friendly features for immediate application, guaranteeing reliable and precise measurements. “We are excited to introduce the Trimos V1 and V1+ height gauges to the UK market,” said Ryan Kingswell, UK Sales […]

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NEIDA Apprentice Secures Full-time CNC Escomatic Position

As a manufacturer of precision turned and milled components, NEIDA runs a successful apprenticeship scheme from manufacturing locations in Stoke-on-Trent and the Isle-of-Wight and believes that the key to closing the ever-increasing Skills Gap is getting the next generation interested in engineering.   Declan’s Apprenticeship at NEIDA Starting an apprenticeship can be a pivotal opportunity […]

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Bowers Group’s XT Thread Gauges Help UWR in Custom Race Car Solution

Bowers Group’s precision measurement expertise played a crucial role in supporting the University of Wolverhampton Racing Team (UWR) with the manufacture of an adaptor plate. Used by OEM manufacturers such as Morgan, MINI, and Toyota, adaptor plates convert the standard oil heat exchanger on the BMW B48 variant engine into an external oil cooler system. […]

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UK manufacturers delivering on digital transformation

With research indicating that more than 90 per cent of manufacturers are planning or progressing smart factory initiatives, a new report reveals the strategies taken to make them successful Manufacturing is one of the UK’s leading industries in digital transformation, with nine in every ten manufacturers planning or progressing smart factory initiatives, according to a […]

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UK manufacturers delivering on digital transformation

Manufacturing is one of the UK’s leading industries when it comes to digital transformation, with nine in every ten manufacturers planning or progressing smart factory initiatives, according to a new report published today by FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics.  Research revealed in FourJaw’s Digital Excellence in Manufacturing report by business ISP Beaming, which has tracked technology use by UK companies for […]

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Bowers Group Launches Sizzling Summer Deals with Huge Savings on Best-Sellers

Bowers Group has launched an exciting summer promotion, offering an impressive 20% off its best-selling Bowers products. This limited-time-only promotion offers businesses a great opportunity to access high-quality gauging solutions at a discounted price. With a full range of sizes included, customers can find the right gauges for their needs. “We’re excited to kick off […]

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Quickgrind Announces Launch of New E-Commerce Store: Revolutionizing the Shopping Experience for Precision Tooling Solutions

Dec 5th 2023 Quickgrind Limited, a leading name in the precision tooling industry, is excited to announce the launch of its new e-commerce store, bringing its renowned products and solutions directly to the fingertips of industrial and partner organisations. The new online platform will serve as a comprehensive hub for all Quickgrind standard range products, […]

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TSP Engineering and Quickgrind partnering to solve high-stakes manufacturing processes.

TSP Engineering is a total solution high-performance engineering provider. Their vision is to be a partner of choice when it comes to any level of heavy engineering with their unique and specialist capabilities in nuclear and reactor engineering – including the Small Modular Reactors (SMR) So it was only natural that they turned to Quickgrind when […]

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