B&FC Apprentice Takes National Crown!
A B&FC learner has been crowned ‘Apprentice of the Year’ at the UK Project Controls Expo. Ellie James (pictured right with the event hosts) is a third-year Project Controls Professional degree apprentice who received this national accolade – sponsored by the Ministry of Defence – at a glitzy Wembley Stadium...
Tungaloy Appoint Helix as Distributor in the North West
We share a belief in applying the latest in cutting tool technology to help manufacturers cut processing time and maximise tool life As we expand into the North West it’s important we can offer the most comprehensive range of tooling to support the local manufacturing community. Our relationship with Tungaloy...
ESD Packaging Supplier Dublin Flexible Launches New Website
The trusted antistatic packaging supplier Dublin Flexible launched its new website. The ESD packaging supplier is now trading under the name Static Shield and has launched a new website to celebrate the rebrand. The new easy-to-use website has been created to better serve the Irish supplier’s growing customer base. CEO...
How stories make people care about your product
You know that feeling when you’re trying to get others to see what you see? You’ve laid out the data, the logic, the perfectly reasoned argument… and they still respond with a faint, slightly awkward smile and a, “Yeah, maybe.” Your message falls flat. Impact is minimal. Here’s the truth:...
Sandvik Coromant Appoint Helix as Distributor in the North West
We share a belief in applying the latest in cutting tool technology to help manufacturers cut processing time and maximise tool life. As we expand into the North West it’s important we can offer the most comprehensive range of tooling to support the local manufacturing community. Our relationship with Sandvik...
Data-Driven Energy Insights for Smarter Production
Wallåkra Mekaniska teamed up with Virtual Manufacturing to uncover hidden energy patterns and turn real-time data into smarter, more efficient production decisions. BACKGROUND Wallåkra Mekaniska is a specialist in CNC machining with a range of equipment including Hyundai, Doosan, and Fanuc machines. The project originated through Sandvik, who approached Virtual...
Olsen Actuators & Drives Signs ALT Bearings Partnership Agreement
Daresbury, November 2025 - Olsen Actuators & Drives are delighted to announce their new partnership agreement with ALT Bearings. Located in Montmélian, France, ALT are specialists in the design and manufacture of high performance roller screws and roller bearings, dedicated to maintaining the highest quality, design, engineering and manufacturing standards....
