Sheet Metal Industries – February 2023 Newsletter

February 2023 Newsletter

View this email in your browser In association with Celebrating Success: New Leadership Team For 2024 Unifabs believes in recognising and nurturing talent from within its business. The company is thrilled to announce the promotion of three individuals to the role of Director, forming a new leadership team at Unifabs Ltd. The expertise and new leadership will have a positive impact on the company, employees, and stakeholders. Read Article Sheeting Hot News Post Processing & Surface Finishing – At Mach, Fintek Stand 19-16 Fintek are on stand 19-16 at MACH 2024. They will show developments in post-processing and surface finishing, including larger components, superfinishing and mass finishing. Fintek are UK agents for OTEC Präzisionsfinish disc, drag and stream finishing machines. For this year, OTEC has expanded their electro-finishing range. Read Article Forging A Greener Future: Sustainability In UK Sheet Metal Fabrication In the heart of industrial prowess, the sheet metal fabrication industry plays a crucial role in shaping the backbone of the United Kingdom's manufacturing sector. However, as the world grapples with environmental challenges, the industry faces a pivotal moment in redefining its practices for a sustainable future. Read Article AP&T's Press-Hardening Concept Lives up to Car Makers' Growing Interest in Large Body Components Improved material utilization, lower weight, less climate impact and simpler production, these are all reasons for the car industry's interest in press-hardened body components made of large blanks consisting of many smaller welded parts. Read Article Leicester Metalwork Firm Makes Bold Apprenticeship Commitment Leicester-based metalwork firm, ADS Laser Cutting, has outlined plans to take on at least three new apprentices in the coming months, with a view to extending this to five.  The commitment comes shortly after a former apprentice within the business was promoted to the board 10 years after starting his training. Read Article Understanding the Properties of Pressure Vessel Steel As one of the world's leading distributors of specialist steel plate, Brown McFarlane is proud of its proficiency in supplying steel plate solutions to industries around the world, such as: Energy, Waste & Recycling, Offshore Structures, Mining & Quarrying, Oil & Gas, General Engineering, Civil Engineering & Construction, Renewables, Petrochemical, Nuclear, Defence, etc. Read Article £250,000 Investment In A Dedicated Manufacturing Cell For Producing Bonded Stators And Rotors HV Wooding have made significant further investments in cutting-edge technology to enhance our manufacturing capabilities. As part of its commitment to meeting the growing demands in the electric vehicle (EV) market and other sectors, HV Wooding have recently acquired a state-of-the-art Romer Electric Oven, specifically designed for bonding bonded steel stack/components, such as rotors and stators. Read Article Second Nukon Fibre Laser For Leading North-West Subcontractor Just 18 months after purchasing the display machine from the Nukon Lasers UK stand at MACH 2022, Greater Manchester-based AD Laser Cutting Ltd has taken delivery of a second Nukon fibre laser. Read Article A Guide to Reducing Costs in Design and Production for Sheet Metal Fabrication This is an overview of how to optimise sheet metal fabrication for cost reduction in design and production. It covers critical aspects such as material selection, cutting methods, bending techniques, welding, assembly, and prototyping. Following these strategies can help businesses improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance competitiveness in sheet metal fabrication. Read Article MACH 2024 - MMMA Metalworking Village Zone SMEFocus is the new programme showcasing our brilliant SMEs. For manufacturers, by manufacturers. The weekly show is hosted by Chris Greenough, Chief Commercial Officer of Shrewsbury-based SDE Technology, one of the leading manufacturers of pressings and assemblies in the UK. Read Article 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.