19 Jan 2018

Renewable Energy: Could Blockchain Be The Smoking Gun?

January 19, 2018
Energy, Investing, Manufacturing, New Technology, Renewable Energy, Solar Energy

Our existing energy market has been in development for over a century and changing it to renewable energy is no easy feat. Among other factors, it requires incredibly large capital investments and thus far, renewable energy has reached 21.6%. It was further explained during the One Planet Summit in December 2017, when U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said: “Finance is the key to successful climate action.”

Even so, why is the adoption of renewable energy lacking on a global scale? It’s certainly not for a lack of wanting a cleaner life or to improve the world for future generations. Instead, market conditions slowing the development of

29 Dec 2017

Major Engineering Trends For 2018

December 29, 2017
CAD Systems, Defence, Energy, Engineering, Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Robotics, Supply Chain

Reflecting back on 2017 we saw a number of engineering trends making their mark in a big way. Some include advanced robotics, additive manufacturing, IIoT, quantum computing and big data. Even though it’s possible to identify hundreds of minor developments, what are the major engineering trends to follow in 2018? Take a look at these top trends we put together to end the year on a positive note.

8 Dec 2017

UK Manufacturing Performs Despite Brexit Concerns

December 8, 2017
Auto Industry, Engineering, Engineering Education, Investing, Manufacturing, New Technology, Steel Industry

Unlike some industries, UK manufacturing has grown to new heights throughout November and has defied all odds. Industries performing particularly well include the automotive sector, the steel industry and shipbuilding.

Overall, production is on the rise to the highest it’s been in four years; new territories with a significant increase in exports along with the highest employment growth in over three years. And according to a report from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the UK’s industrial sector has increased by

1 Dec 2017

3D Printing vs CNC Machining: Choosing The Right Technology

December 1, 2017
3D Printing, 5 Axis Machining, CNC Machining, Engineering, Fabrication, Manufacturing

Throughout human history there has been, and still is, a number of methods used to manufacture custom parts. Today, modern manufacturing sees 3D printing and CNC machining as the most common ones. In fact, both utilise computer numerical control (CNC), which developed from traditional milling methods after the Second World War.

With the rapid growth of 3D printing technology, many would agree it has become the first choice for a host of industries. On the other hand, CNC machining is still considered a reliable standard and you will not find much nowadays without the involvement of CNC machining

24 Nov 2017

Augmented and Virtual Reality in Manufacturing

November 24, 2017
Aerospace, Auto Industry, Engineering, Installation and Maintenance, Manufacturing, New Technology

The most promising digital technologies of recent times have been virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). The concept may have been around for some time but the technology is still very much in its infancy. That being said, many manufacturers have started exploring the benefits augmented reality can offer in a manufacturing environment. We also know it will have a significant impact on the industrial sector within the next few years.

10 Nov 2017

4 Smart Ways To Keep Fabrication Costs To A Minimum

November 10, 2017
Construction, Engineering, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Steel Fabrication, Steel Industry, Uncategorized

The construction industry along with the architectural engineering are possibly two of the toughest marketplaces in the world. Fabrication projects are often both complex and demanding where the final product must have high integrity and capable of withstanding nearly anything. It’s also no secret that modern manufacturing and engineering have changed considerably in recent years. Companies now find themselves under pressure to rapidly introduce new products, adapt to local market conditions and improve quality, cost and efficiency.

We can agree that one of the main elements of any fabrication project is cost. And by cost, we refer to

25 Aug 2017

Deep Hole Drilling Trials and Tribulations

August 25, 2017
CNC Machining, Deep Hole Drilling, Engineering, Fabrication, Manufacturing, New Technology

Deep hole drilling (DHD) is a stress measurement technique used in engineering materials and components to measure locked-in and applied stresses. The process measures residual stresses at a microscopic level with penetration of over 750 millimeters (30 in), without destroying the original component.

Advances in engineering technology have given common CNC machining centres gun drilling ability up to a certain depth-diameter ratio. Roundness and surface finish are among considerations. Common applications of deep hole drilling and machining processes include

11 Aug 2017

Manufacturing Trends of the Future

August 11, 2017
3D Printing, Defence, Fabrication, Manufacturing, New Technology, Robotics

The correlation between manufacturing trends and our economic growth is crucial. But how do we ensure innovation, competitiveness, higher income and improved quality of life? No surprise here as the answer lies in manufacturing. Investments in this sector impact the economy through job creation and career growth in other industries as well.

30 Jun 2017

Cutting Edge Medical Technology

June 30, 2017
3D Printing, Manufacturing, Medical advances, New Technology, Pharmaceuticals

Medical Technology – The future is now

The world we live in changes every single day. Whether it’s a new breakthrough medical technology, advances in energy storage or space travel. Our future is becoming harder to predict. I mean, who knows where we will be at the end of 2017? What treatments or life altering medicines will be available to us in only a few short months?

Many of the breakthroughs we have today weren’t available 5 years ago; some weren’t even around last year. Scientists, researchers and doctors are working tirelessly to find new ways to treat different diseases, conditions or ailments. Some of the new medical advances will certainly improve your life but others might even save you.

16 Jun 2017

Boeing Echo Voyager takes the plunge

June 16, 2017
Defence, Engineering, Manufacturing, New Technology, Robotics

From Tesla’s self-driving cars to an autonomous unmanned underwater vehicle called the Echo Voyager. This is where we are at the moment. Technology, human ingenuity and curiosity are what make these projects a reality.

Early adaptations of what lies beneath the big blue have been around for decades. Our interest and curiosity about ocean life and underwater technology were inspired by movies like 20 000 Leagues under the sea, James Bond’s submarine car to more recent deep sea documentaries.

It is a fact that we’ve only discovered about 5% of the world’s oceans. So why are we so focused on space travel if we haven’t even explored most our own planet? Maybe Boeing has the answer with

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