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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 […]

Fitfactory Technology Ltd, a specialist provider of MRP and MES solutions for precision engineering and manufacturing SMEs, today announced a new phase of sustained growth, industry recognition, and product innovation—reinforcing its position as one of the UK’s most trusted digital transformation partners for manufacturers. Over the past few years, Fitfactory has achieved significant milestones, including […]

In high-speed manufacturing environments a small fire can have serious consequences. CNC machines operate under intense heat and tension, meaning a fault can escalate rapidly. This was exactly the scenario faced by a manufacturing facility when a faulty tool caused a fire inside one of their CNC machines. Thanks to a Firetrace automatic fire suppression […]

SMC launches IP66 bar‑type ionizer for washdown and dusty environments Global automation specialist SMC has expanded its static control portfolio with the launch of the IZSW10 Series, a new IP66‑rated bar‑type ionizer designed for reliable performance in dusty, humid and washdown‑intensive environments. The IZSW10 combines high‑speed static neutralisation with long‑range capability, selectable ion generation modes […]

CPA Engineered Solutions will be exhibiting at MACH 2026 to highlight the benefits of Breezair evaporative cooling for UK manufacturing and industrial facilities seeking to reduce energy consumption while improving internal working conditions. Manufacturing environments generate heat. From machining centres and fabrication equipment to processing and packaging lines, excess temperature can affect productivity, equipment performance […]

Rollon, a global leader in linear motion solutions, announces the launch of CLTA, a modular belt-driven circular system designed to deliver reliable performance in applications involving moderate loads and speeds. Developed from the proven CLT track, CLTA enables the creation of oval and rectangular trajectories using standardized components that can be combined without special machining […]

As part of a joint project, MAPAL and machine manufacturer bavius designed and manufactured a demonstration part for the aerospace industry. The aluminium component, measuring approximately three by one metres, is based on a real rear spar from aircraft manufacturing enhanced with a variety of complex features. Besides its complexity, the component is also impressive […]

The MAPAL Group is consistently driving forward the strategic realignment of its organisation in Germany. Following the change of legal structure of the company headquarters to MAPAL Dr. Kress SE & Co. KG in June 2025 and the realignment of the corporate group as a process-driven organisation, the company is now taking the next significant […]

AMOB UK, on behalf of the AMOB Group, will present a fully integrated tube bending and inspection workflow at MACH 2026, taking place from 20–24 April at the NEC, Birmingham. Located at Stand 6-170, directly at the entrance to Hall 6 opposite the registration area, the AMOB exhibit will feature two all-electric CNC tube bending […]

Shropshire Based manufacturer and distributor GWR Fasteners is excited to announce the acquisition of a state-of-the-art Citizen Miyano BNA-42DHY3 7 CNC Machine. This new addition to their workshop will significantly enhance their ability to produce more complex parts and increase overall production capacity, allowing them to meet the growing demand for UK made fasteners and […]

Tebis introduces its revolutionary SmartOps Technology, an innovative solution for automating design and CAM processes, specifically developed to address the requirements of single-part manufacturing. Users benefit from a unique combination of speed, flexibility and process reliability, providing a genuine shortcut to success thanks to consistently reproducible results. Single-part manufacturing demands rapid, precise solutions—both on the […]