Monthly Archives: September 2016

Video published on CNC multi-spindle automatics

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The first of a pair of high-quality videos explaining the advantages of using German-built INDEX CNC multi-spindle automatics (multis) has been produced and published by the manufacturer’s sales and service agent for the UK and Ireland, Geo Kingsbury. The video … Continue reading

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Ensuring workers are protected from loud noises

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An award-winning system by 3M will give employers complete confidence that their workers are receiving the very best protection from harmful noise. The science-based technology company has officially launched its unique 3M E-A-Rfit dual-ear validation system, which is making significant … Continue reading

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Ferrari returns to the UK with new distributor

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After an absence from direct sales into the UK market of over 15 years, Italy-based machine tool builder, CB Ferrari, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has appointed IWSH Ltd as its UK distributor. The agreement covers the … Continue reading

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Fullerton offers tooling for 5ME cryogenic systems

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Agreement makes Fullerton Tool Company an authorised producer of BlueZone™ tooling, including end mills and drills, for cryogenic machining systems Fullerton Tool Company is now an authorized manufacturer and distributor of 5ME’s BlueZoneTM Cryogenic tooling, after the two companies finalised … Continue reading

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Hexagon kit keeps Superbikes on the right track

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Scrutineers for the Motul FIM Superbike World Championship have chosen Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence equipment to ensure teams comply with the technical rules. The examiners are relying on a ROMER Absolute portable measuring arm to perform a range of trackside checks … Continue reading

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SCHUNK extends successful ‘trade-in’ offer

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The exceptional popularity of the SCHUNK ‘trade-in’ offer that was unveiled in June means that it has now been extended to the end of 2016. The ‘trade-in’ deal applies to all of SCHUNK’s market leading toolholders and a wide variety … Continue reading

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Tornos announces Open House dates

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  For manufacturers looking for the latest turning innovations, Tornos UK has announced that it will be hosting its 2016 Open House event from the 11th to 13th October at its Coalville headquarters. The event will see the established SwissNano, … Continue reading

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ETG celebrates 20 years representing Chiron

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Twenty years after setting up Chiron Werke UK Ltd and selling its first Chiron FZ series machining centre, the company, now trading as the Engineering Technology Group, has sold many hundreds of Chiron machines into the UK in the ensuing … Continue reading

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Turning technology to take centre stage at Citizen Open House

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Central to Citizen’s 2016 Open House between 11 and 13 October will be the first UK demonstration of a key breakthrough in machining technology that is not only able to increase cutting performance, but also create gains through improved and … Continue reading

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XYZ sees business and enquiry boost following Brexit vote

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Like many prior to the Brexit vote, XYZ Machine Tools had misgivings due to the many unknown factors that it raised. However, since the vote was taken, the Burlescombe-based machine tool company has seen business levels increase and enquiry levels … Continue reading

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