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Established in 1949, the Metalforming Machinery Makers Association (MMMA) is the only trade body solely dedicated to the sheet metalforming industry representing companies specialising in sheet metal, metalforming and fabrication. MMMA will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary at MACH 2024 which takes place between 15-19 April at the NEC Birmingham. MMMA is very excited to […]

New for MACH 2024, Lloyds Bank is hosting a Sustainability Solutions Hub at Stand 18-650 in partnership with the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC). For manufacturers looking to understand where to begin on their journey to Net Zero or what support is available, we are on hand to help. Here, David Atkinson, UK Head of Manufacturing […]

Reversing UK manufacturing’s poor record for adopting new technology will be tackled head on at MACH 2024 as The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) launches its new Knowledge Hubs initiative, showcasing how to adopt new technology to improve productivity and efficiency in manufacturing.

We’re looking forward to meeting manufacturers from across the country at MACH 2024, to hear about their strategies for the year ahead and discuss how we can support.
Here David Atkinson, UK Head of Manufacturing SME & Mid Corporates, Lloyds Bank, and James Selka, CEO of Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) discuss their ambitions for the sector in 2024.

The Education and Development (E&D) Zone at MACH 2024 is once again being sponsored by global metalcutting specialist, Sandvik Coromant. 

Reversing UK manufacturing’s poor record for adopting new technology will be tackled head on at MACH 2024. The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) has made it its mission to spearhead growth by using its flagship event to launch its new Knowledge Hubs initiative. The programme showcases the latest technology to exhibitors, helping manufacturers learn more about […]

The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) will use its flagship event, MACH 2024, to launch its new initiative to help UK manufacturers become more competitive while improving efficiency and sustainability. A series of Knowledge Hubs will feature at the exhibition, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham from 15-19 April 2024, all designed to encourage UK engineering-based […]

The UK’s engineering-based manufacturing sector has once again backed the industry’s largest trade show, booking more than 80% of floorspace at MACH 2024 with more than 200 days still to go before doors open at the NEC in Birmingham. Show organiser, the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) said it was delighted with the response but stressed […]

The countdown to MACH 2024, the UK’s national event for inspiring, innovating and connecting manufacturing, has reached an important landmark, with just one year to go before the doors to the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham open for the UK’s national event for engineering-based manufacturing. In recognition of the landmark – and reaffirming their commitment […]

MACH 2024, already expected to be one of the most important exhibitions in the event’s illustrious history, is also set to the most sustainable. With challenges mounting for the UK’s engineering-based manufacturers, MACH 2024 organiser, the Manufacturing Technologies Association is taking a proactive approach to the current situation with a show-ready ethos that promotes the […]

Additive-X are Additive experts! We provide companies with unbiased advice about where to start, how to grow and innovate with 3D printing as well as maximizing commercial returns. Our mission is to help businesses harness the power of additive manufacturing technologies to improve their competitiveness and drive innovation. Additive-X is inviting visitors to our stand […]

The TNC7 from HEIDENHAIN at MACH 2024: greater process reliability, less energy consumption and a smaller carbon footprint The TNC7 from HEIDENHAIN is now available with the latest Version 18 software and new hardware designs. This innovative CNC control can help companies master the present-day challenges of saving energy, reducing carbon emissions, staying competitive and […]

So what colour would you like that powder coated? In March 2023 Sponmech were asked to CNC punch, fold, Tig weld and powder coat (on an urgent basis) LEGOLAND parts. These parts are the 3mm thick Aluminium sections that form the distinctive Lego-look cladding on the Legoland Hotel. This followed a fire that took place some months ago, but now it’s back to looking its vibrant best […]

See the new ASYS dBELL monitoring system for workplace dust, fume and noise at MACH 2024 on 15-19 April at NEC Birmingham. The ASYS dBELL 100 workspace monitor provides the Health & Safety professional with an incredibly easy to use system that can be adapted to meet the requirements of most workplace environments. Easy to […]

ACE Fabreeka UK is pleased to announce the introduction of Industrial POWERISE into its extensive product range of motion and vibration control solutions. Originally developed by its parent company Stabilus for the automotive sector, POWERISE has achieved sales in excess of 50 million units proving a simple but effective way of raising and lowering car […]

Tamworth cutting tool manufacturer Industrial Tooling Corporation (ITC) will be exhibiting at the MACH exhibition with a huge range of new cutting tool solutions on show. On Stand 432 in Hall 20, ITC will present its latest product lines as well as cutting tool solutions from WIDIA, Kemmler, Bass and BIG KAISER. Renowned as a […]

Ales Pres, as one of the leading press manufacturers in its sector, provides high-quality mechanical presses, including Eccentric, Link Drive, Knuckle Joint, and Servo presses, to both local and international markets. With a manufacturing legacy spanning four generations, Ales Pres has successfully become a highly sought-after press manufacturer for global-scale companies. Ales Pres offers a […]

Productive Machines, a spin out from the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) unveils Essential Optimization; a powerful web application that prevents chatter vibrations and provides engineers with a simple-to-use solution to select optimum, stable spindle speeds and feed rates. The Essential Optimization app, powered by Productive Machines’ innovative machining dynamics algorithms, promises to turbo charge machining […]

Precision engineering and manufacturing technologies company, Renishaw, is exhibiting its extensive range of smart manufacturing technologies at this year’s MACH exhibition in Birmingham, UK (15-19 April). Over the last 50 years, Renishaw has established an ecosystem of end-to-end smart manufacturing technologies designed to transform shop-floor productivity, capability and efficiency. “Globally competitive production performance and costs […]

HEIDENHAIN at MACH 2024: solutions for greater process reliability in automated manufacturing The challenge of automation runs deeper than complex production systems with robots and a pallet pool. It’s also about perfectly tuned workflows that ensure reliable processes. HEIDENHAIN offers effective solutions. This year at MACH, HEIDENHAIN is showcasing the TD 110 tool breakage detector […]