Meet Engineering Supply Chain UK at MACH 2026
/Engineering Supply Chain UK (ESCUK) is thrilled to be exhibiting at MACH 2026, the UK’s flagship event for the engineering and manufacturing industries, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 20–24 April 2026. ESCUK is supporting the Engineering Supply Chain Zone located in Hall 17, where companies will be showcasing the strength and capabilities of […]
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Manufacturers urge the Government to supercharge the ‘sovereign capability’ push according to new report
/UK manufacturing is ready to meet the call for more sovereign ‘production’ capability according to a new survey out today, but industry will need Government help to make it a reality. The findings, which will be discussed at the launch of MACH 2026 today in Birmingham, reveal that thousands of firms are keen to support […]
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MACH 2026 to highlight the importance of tooling through expert-led seminars
/MACH 2026 to highlight the importance of tooling through expert-led seminars With just weeks to go, MACH 2026, the UK’s flagship event for the manufacturing and engineering sector, returns to the NEC Birmingham from 20–24 April 2026. The event will bring together the latest innovations, industry expertise and valuable networking opportunities under one roof. MACH […]
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MACH 2026 receives CPD accreditation for its content-rich seminar programme
/The Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA), organisers of MACH, is pleased to announce that the MACH 2026 seminar programme has been CPD-accredited by The CPD Group. This accreditation enables attendees at the event, taking place from 20-24 April at the NEC Birmingham, to earn recognised CPD credits and certificates. This further reinforces the event’s reputation as […]
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MACH 2026 to showcase the best of sheet metal and fabrication technology
/MACH is widely recognised as the UK’s largest manufacturing exhibition, typically bringing together more than 500 exhibitors to showcase their latest advanced manufacturing technologies, processes and solutions. Owned and organised by the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA), this biennial event will return to the NEC Birmingham from 20-24 April, promising to deliver a platform for the […]
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MACH 2026 to showcase the very best in advanced manufacturing technologies
/MACH 2026 is fast approaching and is expected to attract thousands of attendees once again at the NEC in Birmingham from 20-24 April. Across the five exhibition halls, the dedicated technology zones will be focal points of vibrant activity. Throughout the week, exhibitors will showcase an array of new, inspiring engineering-based manufacturing technologies and solutions, […]
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Headline Sponsor Content: Why machinery is the investment opportunity that cannot be ignored
/Dave Atkinson, UK Head of Manufacturing, SME & Mid-Corporates at Lloyds The business case for investing in new machinery is well understood by manufacturers. The right equipment can support diversification, boost productivity, reduce operational costs, increase capacity and improve energy efficiency. Yet the sector has experienced a prolonged period of underinvestment. This is understandable. Weaker […]
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MACH 2026 reveals an impressive seminar programme designed to support UK manufacturing
/MACH 2026 is the UK’s national flagship event for the manufacturing and engineering industry. It will once again provide a powerful platform for innovation, collaboration and industry insights when it returns to the NEC Birmingham from 20–24 April 2026. Alongside the wealth of technology on display, the MACH 2026 seminar programme is designed to inform […]
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MACH 2026 will showcase a wide range of solutions, live and in action, making it the year to visit
/MACH 2026, the UK’s national event for inspiring, innovating and connecting manufacturing, returns to the NEC Birmingham from 20-24 April 2026. As the UK’s longest-running exhibition of its kind, MACH 2026 brings together over 500 leading exhibitors to showcase the broadest range of manufacturing technology solutions in the country. Its unique scale and scope make […]
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Unlocking opportunity; the investment case for automation and robotics
/HEADLINE SPONSOR CONTENT UK manufacturers are entering 2026 with exciting opportunities ahead and we believe that success will come from resilience, agility, and from smart investment in technology and automation. Lloyds continues to be headline sponsor of MACH Exhibition because we see the enormous value of showcasing new technology, machinery and new processes to manufacturers. […]
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Electrical Equipment Reliability with Ultrasound & Infrared
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 […]
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Best Practices for Ultrasonic Compressed Air Leak Detection
Contrary to what some might think, compressed air is not free. In fact, for what it takes to produce it, to what is generated it is often considered the most expensive utility in a typical manufacturing facility. To further add to the problem, the US Department of Energy notes that more than 50% of all […]
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Saving Energy by Inspecting Steam Traps with Ultrasound
High energy prices and global competition dictate a need to reduce energy waste and improve system efficiencies whenever possible. Steam, aside from being one of the costliest utilities in plants, is an essential component to product quality in many processing industries. A major contributor to waste and inefficiency is leaks: both to atmosphere and through […]
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Case Study: Slow-Speed Bearing on Oven Motor – Failure Detection using Ultrasound
Slow Speed Bearing Inspection with Ultrasound Vibration analysis has long been the instrument of choice to use for bearings and other rotating equipment. More commonly, ultrasound is being used in conjunction with vibration analysis to help technicians confirm the condition of mechanical assets. Because of the versatility of ultrasound, if a facility does not have […]
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Certification Training – the foundation of a successful Ultrasound program
Ultrasound has already become one of the most important, reliable, and widely used technologies by maintenance professionals all over the world. Its many applications (from leak detection to a complete bearing monitoring and lubrication program) and the quick learning curve makes it highly popular among inspectors. But to get the maximum out of an ultrasonic […]
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Listen to your bearings: Improve lubrication practices with Ultrasound
Keeping a handle on lubrication is easy, right? All one needs to do is make sure the right lubricant is used in the right amount and at the right time. Not so fast; if only it were that simple. It has been estimated that 60-90% of all bearing failures are lubrication related. Bearing failures most […]
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Bearing Condition Monitoring Using Ultrasound
Airborne & structure-borne ultrasound has become a major player in bearing condition monitoring. Once considered just a leak detector, more maintenance & reliability professionals are beginning to realize all of the benefits associated with using ultrasound for condition monitoring applications. The P-F Curve with which we have all become familiar with reflects that trend. It […]
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Ultrasound Cameras: the quickest way to energy savings
When companies wish to reduce the energy cost of their industrial facilities, finding and repairing existing compressed air leaks is an excellent starting point. But such a task requires time, personnel, and the right tools. Thus, efficiency is key when it comes to carrying on a leak detection program. And, right now, nothing is more […]
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UE Systems revolutionizes Bearing Maintenance with the launch of OnTrak Wireless
UE Systems, a pioneering force in developing ultrasonic detection instruments and solutions for maintenance and reliability, unveils its latest innovation – the OnTrak Wireless system. This cutting-edge solution transcends traditional bearing health monitoring by actively preventing failures through precision autonomous lubrication, addressing lubrication-related issues which account for a significant portion of premature bearing failures. This […]
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Introducing the new Sodick VN Series of linear motor-driven wire-cut EDM machines
For manufacturers that demand the epitome of precision, component quality and production efficiency, Sodick Europe has now introduced the new Sodick VN Series of linear motor-driven wire-cut EDM machines. Presented as a high-quality enhanced range of standard EDM machines, the exceptional new arrival offers all of these benefits along with the added advantage of drastically […]
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