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In just over four months, MACH 2026 will open its doors at the NEC, Birmingham to over 30,000 members of the manufacturing community – bringing together buyers, sellers, specifiers and designers. The biennial event offers an unmissable opportunity to experience new technology, live and in action and is perfectly timed for UK manufacturers preparing for […]

Global tooling giant, Iscar Tools have given their support to the Education and Development (E&D) Zone at MACH 2026 by taking on the role of headline sponsor, demonstrating their commitment to helping attract the next generation of engineers into the advanced manufacturing sector. The E&D Zone is the educational hub at MACH 2026 and is […]

MACH 2026, the UK’s premier manufacturing and engineering exhibition, is excited to unveil the Smart Industry Solutions Zone, powered by MTC Events. Organised by The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) and owned by the industry it serves, MACH brings together the entire UK manufacturing supply chain to celebrate innovation, showcase capabilities, and address the latest market […]

Lloyds has once again confirmed its role as headline sponsor, marking over 16 years of continuous support for the event and reaffirming its long-standing commitment to the UK’s manufacturing sector.

MACH 2026, the UK’s premier manufacturing and engineering exhibition, has already secured more than 65% of its floorplan, 16 months ahead of the event. Organised by The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) and owned by the industry it serves, MACH brings together the entire UK manufacturing supply chain to celebrate innovation, showcase capabilities, and address the […]

The ballots for MACH 2026 have concluded, and the floorplan is rapidly filling up.With strong onsite sales, MACH 2026 is already well over 50% occupied, and all stands are now available for booking. As the premier UK event for the manufacturing sector, MACH 2026 is the place to showcase cutting-edge technologies, connect with industry leaders, […]

 MACH 2024, the UK’s national event for inspiring, innovating, and connecting manufacturing, has once again been hailed as a triumph, with thousands of visitors filling the five halls at the NEC in Birmingham over the weeklong show in April. The 2024 edition of the exhibition saw a 6% increase in the number of visitors meaning […]

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 […]

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 […]

For Immediate Release: January 2024 G&S Penrith Ltd Tecpro House Blamire Road Eden Business Park Penrith Cumbria CA11 9FD     G&S Penrith Ltd proudly announces its elevated status as a primary agent for supplying Udor pumps and spares in the United Kingdom. This strategic partnership solidifies G&S Penrith’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions and […]

Eclipse Magnetics showcases high-performance filters at Mach 2024. Eclipse Magnetics will be showcasing the benefits of its high-performance magnetic filtration systems at MACH 2024 in Hall 6, stand 36. Eclipse Magnetics’ fine particle filtration systems are the most effective means of removing problem ferrous particles from industrial fluids such as coolants, lubricants, and wash solutions. […]

Microsoft 365 is the cloud-powered software solution for businesses. It combines all the usual office software from Word to Excel to communication tools such as Teams. If you’re reading this as a MD or part of the Senior Management Team or as a business without in-house IT support, then you could be forgiven for not […]

Our Independent Certification service comprises a complete package in respect of producing WPQRs/ PQRs. Our fully trained and qualified inspectors will attend your site and through a unique company-welder interaction method, collate all of the required data to produce the relevant certification. Welder Qualification is available across all Nationally recognised codes/standards. We are one of […]

The New Year might already seem a distant memory as we all get back into the swing of things. As owners, managers, directors in small businesses we can often start the year off with the intention of putting together a new business plan or strategy. And the day-to-day operations can sometimes lead to us putting […]

With more than 80 improvements the new software includes flexible tools that streamline both inventory and the customers’ daily work in any scenario. | Lantek products (Expert, Flex3d, Bend, MES and Integra) have been optimised for efficiency, guaranteeing security and digitalization for manufacturing processes. Lantek, a multinational pioneer in the digital transformation of the sheet […]

Northamptonshire, UK – 2 January 2026 – Paradise Computing, a trusted provider of ERP solutions and IT services, is pleased to announce its participation at MACH 2026, taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC). Visitors can find the team on Stand 17-349. As a long-standing partner to the manufacturing sector, Paradise Computing supports organisations […]

Avoiding Unplanned Downtime: Online Monitor of Critical Bearings Keeping a close eye on the condition of critical equipment is fundamental in any industrial facility. When critical bearings fail, it almost always leads to unplanned downtime and interrupted production process, costing companies thousands in production loses. In this case study we will look at how an […]

Vibration analysis has been for many years the technology of choice for maintenance professionals to monitor the condition of rotating assets. However, in the last years ultrasound has also emerged as a very popular technology for condition monitoring. The question that many are now asking themselves is: which one is best? Ultrasound or vibration? In […]

Ultrasound and infrared technologies are a perfect match when conducting inspections of electrical equipment. At any voltage, thermal anomalies and sources of ultrasound such as tracking and arcing can occur. Corona can also occur at 1000 volts and greater. Any of these conditions threaten the reliability of the equipment being inspected. Typical electrical components that […]