The Hirschvogel Group Relies on Vericut for Process Optimisation: NC Code Simulation as a Fixed Part of the Process
As an automotive supplier, the Hirschvogel Group manufactures around 15,000 to 20,000 parts per day – over three million annually. Fully automated series production is essential, with optimised cycle times and maximum process reliability being top priorities. By using the simulation and optimisation software Vericut, machining processes can be analysed...
Velocity Composites Double Down Investment in Nurturing Future Engineers
Velocity Composites PLC, a leading supplier of advanced composite material kits to the aerospace and high-performance manufacturing sectors, is proactively investing in the future of its workforce by embracing the T-Levels programme. This strategic move, championed internally by newly appointed Chief Operations Officer, Oliver Smalley, aims to cultivate a pipeline...
Burnley College and Farleys Solicitors Team Up to Create the Legal Leaders of the Future
A firm of solicitors with more than 60 years’ experience is forging an exciting new partnership with Burnley College to share their expert knowledge. Farleys Solicitors, who began as Farley Parker and Pickles in 1958, is well renowned throughout the whole of the North West for its exceptional skill and...
Falls from Height: A Persistent and Predictable Risk in the Workplace
Following a recent prosecution involving British Airways, Claire Burrows, Partner, and Thorrun Govind, Solicitor at purpose-led independent law firm Brabners, discuss what happened, the legal outcome and why a proactive approach to health and safety compliance is essential for employers. In a stark reminder of the consequences of inadequate...
Solving Aerospace Fastening Challenges with Intelligent Tooling from Heamar
In aerospace manufacturing, precision and validation during fastening are critical. Improper tool tilt or angle during tightening can result in cross threading, compromised torque accuracy, and structural inconsistencies, risks that can’t be tolerated in flight-critical assemblies. Heamar provides tooling solutions to overcome these exact challenges. One such breakthrough is the...
Hyde Aero Awarded SC21 Bronze
A fantastic day at Rolls-Royce Derby recently for the ADS NATEP Meet the Buyer event, with Steve Ackley accepting on behalf of the business our second SC21 Bronze award for Manufacturing Excellence and Business Excellence. Great work by everyone involved! SC21 is the largest supply chain improvement programme in the...
UK commits £204.6m to Typhoon’s future radar
The UK Government has released £204.6m of funding towards the production and integration of an advanced new radar for the latest Royal Air Force (RAF)’s Eurofighter Typhoon jets. The state-of-the-art radar, known as the ECRS Mk2, will transform Typhoon’s control of the air, bringing a world-leading electronic warfare capability which...
