Sheet Metal Industries – January 2023 Newsletter

January 2023 Newsletter

View this email in your browser In association with Barrett Steel supplies 600 tonnes of structural sections for Bristol Port Barrett Steel are thrilled to share images from a recent project where it supplied a huge 600 tonnes of structural sections for a key structure at Bristol Port. Several of these beams reached impressive sizes including 914 x 305 x 201 and 610 x 305 x 238. Barrett Steel then processed these huge sections including shotblasting, primer painting, cut and drill, in-house, at Barrett Steel Shoreham and Barrett Central Processing depots. Read Article Sheeting Hot News What to expect from our new 400t press At Clamason Industries, innovation and forward-thinking are the cornerstones of our progress. A recent investment in a brand-new 400t press – a major acquisition aligning with our strategic vision targeting the rapidly evolving Electric Vehicle (EV) component market. As the demand for EVs surge, so does the complexity of our output, requiring state-of-the-art machinery to keep pace. Read Article Foundry casts its net for new opportunities following £2m investment A £2m investment drive is helping one of the UK's leading aluminium foundries pass the £10m sales mark as it looks to make the most of new opportunities. Alucast Ltd, which has increased its workforce by 20% to more than 120 people at its base in Wednesbury, has commissioned six CNCs, a HDTD low pressure machine and boosted its 'new core' capabilities. Read Article Steelcraft's new sheet metal machinery arrives at the county Durham factory Steelcraft, are thrilled to announce an investment to enhance its capabilities: the introduction of sheet metal fabrication at its newly established Tanfield Lea facility. Read Article The importance of steel making to the UK and manufacturing Over the weekend, we read reports from The Guardian, about how Port Talbot continues its battle to keep its steelmaking tradition alive. For more than a century, Port Talbot has played an important role in UK steelmaking employing more than 4,000 people in a town numbering 32,000. The steaming Chimney stacks have shaped not just the skyline, but the history, economics and culture of the local community. Read Article How should a sheet metal fabricator address all types of tolerances? Addressing tolerances in sheet metal fabrication requires a combination of expertise, careful planning, and the implementation of effective strategies. Here's how we at JC Metalworks the UK's most reliable sheet metal fabricator typically handle various types of tolerances: Read Article Birmingham engineer seals royal approval with MBE A West Midlands engineer, who has put the region on the international manufacturing map, has been recognised in the New Year's Honours List. Rowan Crozier, CEO of metal pressing, stamping and tooling specialist Brandauer, has been awarded an MBE for services to manufacturing and enterprise. Read Article Babcock increasing support to Ukrainian navy Babcock has been awarded a three-year contract to support and maintain two mine countermeasures vessels 'Cherkasy' and 'Chernihiv' for the Navy of Ukraine following their transfer from the UK Royal Navy. Read Article Therser UK with another fantastic fabrication project completed Therser UK, synonymous with precision and innovation in industrial fabrication, has recently wrapped up another exceptional project. Combining technical expertise with cutting-edge technology, Therser UK consistently delivers solutions that surpass industry standards. Their commitment to innovation ensures each project embodies efficiency and durability. Read Article MACH 2024 - MMMA Metalworking Village Zone Watch Video Copyright © 2024 Sheet Metal Industries, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Sheet Metal Industries Unit 2, St Georges House Cape Road Warwick, CV31 3RP United Kingdom Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.