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Jan 5, 2024 · Industry’s reliance on fossil fuels for power, heat and feedstock makes it hard to see how the sector can reach pressing climate goals. However, new research shows it can cut a massive 11% of global carbon emissions by 2030 – relying on mature technology. Mike Umiker, Managing Director of the Energy Efficiency Movement, explains.
New company launches ultra-light, low carbon ‘aerogel’ insulation ...
Jan 30, 2023 · A team of engineers from the University of Bath has created a new company, Aerogel Core Ltd, specialising in ultra-light ‘aerogels’ that can be used as soundproofing and heat-shielding materials for the aerospace and automotive industries. The team has been funded by Innovate UK to spin out the company to commercialise its innovative and environmentally friendly aerogels, which are ...
Different types of welding and what they are used for - The …
May 13, 2015 · MIG welding is actually two different types of welding. The first uses bare wire and the second flux core. Bare wire MIG welding can be used to join thin pieces of metal together. Flux core MIG welding can be used outdoors because it does not require a flow meter or gas supply. MIG welding is usually the welding of choice for DIY enthusiasts ...
Manufacturing & Engineering Week 2023
Jan 11, 2023 · The centrepiece exhibitions take place on 7 and 8 June 2023. A new addition for 2023, following Nineteen Group’s recent acquisition of The Hennik Group, is Smart Factory Expo produced by The Manufacturer and themanufacturer.com.The event has a wealth of thought leadership content and is built on extensive market research and sector analysis.
Advice For Starting Your Own Manufacturing Business
First, you need to establish your niche to know who your target customer is and who your competitors are. You can then start to conduct market research, which will help you to lay the foundation for your business and hopefully establish a USP to help your business to stand out from the competition. In addition to your close competitors, make ...
How artificial intelligence is transforming manufacturing
Mar 29, 2021 · By Ryan Spurr, Director of Manufacturing Strategy and Business Development at Connection. Artificial intelligence can ingest a combination of data from sensors, machines, and people and then apply it to algorithms designed to optimize operations or achieve lights out manufacturing. Back in reality, we have some time before leading organizations ...
Value creation for manufacturers: the key to business success
Dec 1, 2022 · Successful value management contributes to the overall success of your transformation project. By putting the right set of stakeholders together, you can: Hunt value together. Prioritise and align on what success will look like. Understand the capabilities required to get there and at what pace.
SaaS, PaaS & IaaS: what are the benefits? - The Manufacturer
Jun 1, 2017 · Scalability —one of the main benefits of IaaS is the scalability it offers. Through a subscription service, you access the IT system you require when you need it. Due to its virtualisation, scaling up your systems can be done quickly and efficiently, minimising downtime. Minimised hardware maintenance — the hardware behind your IaaS system ...
How laser technology makes manufacturing more sustainable
Jul 12, 2022 · Improving energy efficiency is one of the keys to making manufacturing operations more sustainable. While carbon dioxide (CO 2) lasers used to be predominant in manufacturing, fibre lasers are now more popular than ever. Today, fibre lasers have significantly improved energy efficiency. The typical fibre laser consumes three to five times less ...
4 ways to transform manufacturing operations
Apr 4, 2023 · 2) Products: Reduce waste. Digital twins can accelerate the drive towards responsible manufacturing – reducing waste by 10-20% and lowering greenhouse gas emissions by the same amount. These outcomes are realised by using digital twins to test and develop connected products, streamlining across the product lifecycle to limit waste.