by katie | Nov 30, 2021 | BLOG
In the run up to the end of the year, manufacturers and subcontractors will be working towards project completion and factor in downtime during the Christmas period. Ensuring manufacturing processes and stock control are key in laying the foundations for the next...
by katie | Jun 30, 2021 | BLOG
Lean Manufacturing is a key component for driving efficiencies in production environments. Processes such as Nesting are important for manufacturing operations to continue lean practices. What is Nesting? In the manufacturing industry, Nesting refers to the process of...
by katie | May 27, 2021 | BLOG
What is Value Added Engineering? The term “value management” is sometimes used as a synonym of “value engineering”, and both promote the planning and delivery of projects with improved performance. Source: Wikipedia Metal fabrication can often...
by katie | Mar 30, 2021 | BLOG
According to Copper Alliance, over 25 million tonnes of copper are produced annually. Copper is a very versatile material, although it may not be so visible, it is hidden behind walls or inside equipment that impacts our lives. Not only is copper versatile it has...
by katie | Feb 22, 2021 | BLOG
Our spotlight this month focuses on the rise in UK manufacturers reshoring production back to the UK Increasing steel prices, an indirect result of the Brexit effect and Covid19 have been attributing factors to manufacturers bringing their Production back to the UK....
by katie | Jan 19, 2021 | BLOG
Pandemic Effects and Brexit Transition Period ends Over the last few months it’s become apparent that material prices are rising due to various market conditions. MEPS (world leading independent supplier of valuable steel market data and information) have ...
