Machinery & Manufacturing | Issue 23 | Sept-Oct 25

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OPEN HOUSE • 7-9 OCT 25 CITIZEN TURNING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE • BRIERLEY HILL JOIN US AS WE...

The Battery Manufacturing Skills Pathway (B-MSP), launched by University College Birmingham with City & Guilds and Innovate UK, tackles critical skills shortages while aligning with Net Zero goals. Using immersive AR/VR, real-world simulations, and live production equipment, students gain hands-on experience for gigafactories and SMEs. Developed with direct industry input, including Atlas Copco’s expertise and technology, the programme sets a national benchmark for electrification skills, strengthens the UK’s supply chain, and creates a sustainable, workforce-ready talent pipeline for the future. ATLAS COPCO BACKS UK’S FIRST ACCREDITED BATTERY MANUFACTURING SKILLS PATHWAY

www.atlascopco.com

DAVTURN MODERNISES PRODUCTION

TURNING THE TIDE

IMPROVED PRODUCTIVITY EXPERIENCE HOW TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP TO This year marks the eighth anniversary of the launch of our game-changing Low Frequency Vibration (LFV) technology. Now available using four axes simultaneously, this programmable chip control technology has revolutionised the world of CNC machining production, helping businesses to reach a new level of productivity and efficiency. Witness our expanding range for yourself between 7-9 October at our Turning Centre of Excellence in Brierley Hill and discover how maximising your ROI through fully functioning LFV lights-out machining is a real step up in performance and profitability! TO JOIN US 7 GREAT REASONS

Bromsgrove-based Davturn Precision Turned Parts Ltd is driving growth through continuous investment in modern machinery and tooling. The family-run subcontractor now operates seven automated CNC machines producing over 100,000 components weekly, with directors Matt and Ryan Birley leading the push for efficiency. Recent trials with MSC Edge carbide tools have delivered significant benefits, halving tooling costs and cutting cycle times while maintaining high output. With further MSC Edge integrations planned, Davturn is maximising productivity within its existing footprint and reinforcing its reputation as a forward-thinking precision engineering partner. www.davturn.co.uk

West Yorkshire duo join forces to tackle engineering skills gap. Brighouse-based West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services (WYMS) has partnered with Elland’s Colchester Machine Tool Solutions to address the region’s engineering skills shortage. Together, they have launched short- format technical courses, offering half-day training modules in manual and CNC machining at Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels. Designed to be flexible and affordable, the modular programmes allow employers to select the most relevant sessions for upskilling staff or training apprentices. Delivered by veteran engineer Trevor Moore, the courses are already being piloted at WKW Precision Engineering. Open to manufacturers, colleges, and universities nationwide, they aim to futureproof the UK’s manufacturing workforce.

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