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4 Sep 2025
Engineering Services at PRV

Why Choose PRV Engineering for Your Engineering Services Needs

When UK companies or organisations need reliable, high-precision engineering services, they often find themselves choosing between narrow specialists or general fabricators. PRV Engineering bridges that gap: offering everything from concept CAD support to structural fabrication, coatings, and on-site installation under one roof. Here’s what makes PRV more than just a supplier.

27 Aug 2025
Toyota Corolla - Automotive Engineering Excellence
19 Aug 2025

Is the AI Impact on Engineering Jobs a Threat or an Opportunity?

The AI impact on engineering jobs is no longer a distant theory, it’s happening right now. As artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in design tools, data analysis, and documentation processes, engineers across disciplines are asking: is this the next leap forward or a warning sign of displacement?

With real-world data from Microsoft’s Copilot study now shedding light on how AI is actually being used in engineering workflows, it’s clear that the conversation has shifted from hype to hard evidence. The challenge isn’t whether engineers will be replaced—but how their roles will evolve.

15 Aug 2025
Timber Construction | Sustainability and Deforestation

Timber Construction Is Having a Moment—But What’s Driving the Trend?

The construction industry is undergoing a quiet revolution. In the wake of increasing demand for low-carbon materials, timber construction is being hailed as a frontrunner in the race to decarbonise buildings. Known for being lightweight, renewable, and easy to work with, timber is turning heads in commercial and public projects—from schools and offices to high-rise flats.

But behind the sleek wooden facades and impressive carbon offset claims lies a more complex story.

6 Aug 2025
The Truth Behind Plastic Recycling

Plastic Recycling Is Broken—And It’s Not Your Fault

For decades, we’ve been told to rinse, sort, and recycle to save the planet. Entire campaigns have guilt-tripped consumers into believing that plastic pollution exists because we don’t try hard enough. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: plastic recycling was never designed to succeed at scale.

The real culprits? Chemical complexity, engineering constraints, and an economic model that rewards virgin plastic over circular systems.

28 Jul 2025
UK Defence Industry | Technology for the Future

Defence Industry Innovation: Why Precision Engineering is the Backbone of Modern Warfare

The UK defence industry is at a turning point. In the face of unprecedented global threats, the UK is investing heavily in new defence technologies (DefTech). This includes everything from laser weapon systems and autonomous platforms to cyber resilience and electrification. All of these defence industry innovations are backed by strategic reforms, a sharp increase in funding, and the launch of new organisations designed to fast-track defence capability from concept to deployment.

23 Jul 2025
Powder Coating vs Wet Spray Painting | A PRV Engineering Guide

Powder Coating vs Wet Spray Painting: Pros, Cons, and How to Make the Right Choice

When comparing powder coating vs wet spray painting, the choice isn’t just cosmetic—it impacts durability, performance, and lifecycle costs. For industries where precision and resilience matter, such as construction, automotive, and electrical systems, the two most common coating options are powder coating and wet spray painting.

But how do they compare, and which is right for your project? At PRV, we offer both powder coating and wet spray painting, along with shot blasting and specialist finishes, so we’re uniquely positioned to guide you through the differences.

16 Jul 2025
TheElectric Motor Innovation

Rethinking the Industry: Electric Motor Innovation from the Next Generation

Electric motor innovation doesn’t always come from a lab—sometimes it’s a 17-year-old in a garage. Let’s go back in time to 2022. Then 17-year-old inventor Robert Sansone sparked global attention with a breakthrough electric motor design that worked without rare-earth magnets.

Built using 3D-printed parts and simple materials, his prototype achieved 39% more torque and 31% greater efficiency than traditional designs. Now, as the automotive industry continues to battle resource scarcity and cost pressures, Sansone’s innovation is being re-examined as a symbol of what’s possible when fresh thinking meets engineering fundamentals.

8 Jul 2025
Steel Fabrication and the UK Housing Market

The Role of Structural Steel Fabrication in the UK’s Housing Recovery

Structural steel fabrication is moving back into the spotlight as the UK housebuilding sector shows early signs of recovery. After months of slowdown, recent data suggests the construction industry may finally be regaining its footing—led by a rebound in residential development.

For contractors, developers, and engineers, this means renewed urgency to partner with reliable steel and fabrication experts who can deliver precision, pace, and performance. At PRV Engineering, we know exactly how important that combination is—because for over 20 years, we’ve helped build the foundations of Britain’s most ambitious projects.

4 Jul 2025
Engineering Mistakes That Changed The World

How Engineering Mistakes Powered Progress—and What We Learned

When we think of engineering, we often think of precision, calculation, and reliability. But what happens when things go wrong? Surprisingly, some of the world’s biggest engineering mistakes have paved the way for groundbreaking discoveries or served as vital lessons that improved safety and innovation. This article explores some of the most famous engineering mistakes that changed the world—for better or worse.

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