GA Pet Food Partners addressed potential power quality issues at its new Preston water treatment plant by incorporating harmonic mitigation technology. Working with CP Automation, the company implemented P300 active harmonic filters to reduce noise, improve power factor, and ensure compliance with the latest voltage harmonics standards, supporting future growth. PWE reports

ICS Cool Energy, in collaboration with Vinci, has completed a vital cooling infrastructure upgrade at Princess Royal University Hospital in Orpington. To ensure continuous operation during the installation of a new system, temporary chillers were installed, providing consistent cooling for the hospital’s operating theatre and essential medical equipment, crucial for patient care. PWE reports.

Britain’s manufacturing sector faces a critical skills shortage, threatening its ability to apply emerging technologies. Make UK’s Industrial Strategy Skills Commission calls for a Skills Covenant to secure funding, strengthen industry-education ties, and equip workers with practical expertise in automation, AI, and engineering—ensuring the UK remains competitive in advanced manufacturing. PWE reports

Grace Peckett, a Mechatronics Apprentice at Amazon, has been announced as the winner of this year’s Enginuity Skills Awards Trophy Design Competition. She is part of the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) Training Apprenticeship Programme.

The world's leading engineers and construction industry professionals are set to gather in South Africa, from 21-23 September 2025 when the international engineering federation FIDIC (the International Federation of Consulting Engineers) holds its annual Global Infrastructure Conference in Cape Town.

The trade organisation representing British manufacturers has seen a surge in membership applications in the last month, as interest in ‘buying British’ grows.

As the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) celebrates its 80th anniversary, it has announced what the organiser says is an exciting, fresh new approach to its annual conference, which takes place at the British Motor Museum on 18 September this year.

EngineeringUK has announced dates for its national campaign, Tomorrow’s Engineers Week, which celebrates and showcases careers in engineering and technology. 

ASG Arrowsmith, a leading precision aerospace subcontract specialist, part of the Manchester based ASG Group, has announced it has significantly enhanced its machining capabilities with a recent investment in two new multi-spindle CNC machines.

Resistors are indispensable in the transition to smarter, safer and more sustainable factories, but their contribution is often overlooked. Mike Torbitt, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains how resistors ensure the reliability and efficiency of factory operations, from motor control to safely stopping equipment in the case of emergencies

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has launched a new apprenticeship pack, to guide employers, apprentices and their parents throughout the process.

Optimising industrial burner technology enhances efficiency, reduces emissions, and cuts costs. Through advanced modulation, fuel flexibility, and digital monitoring, businesses can achieve significant energy savings while meeting sustainability and regulatory goals. PWE reports

Pupils from Mintlaw Academy will head off to Thunder Bay Marine Sanctuary in Alpena, United States after winning the MATE Scotland ROV competition held at Robert Gordon University (RGU).

Compressed air is a proven source of reliable and sustainable power for industrial operations. Now, with technologies such as remote monitoring and AI optimisation, it is set to enter a new era of performance and efficiency.

Beldam Crossley a leading engineering and manufacturing firm has announced a major investment of £650,000 in cutting-edge equipment and facility upgrades to enhance its production capabilities, meet increasing demand, and drive efficiency across operations.

Anthony Smith, Managing Director of Metal Work Pneumatic UK, discusses with PWE’s Aaron Blutstein the enduring role of pneumatics amid the rise of AI and robotics. With a strong focus on people, innovation, and customer collaboration, the company’s new Milton Keynes facility expands its capacity for bespoke solutions, while leveraging AI to enhance the customer experience and strengthen its people-centric approach.

The rise of AI in construction and its effect on the skills gap - both positive and negative - will be one of the key topics of conversation at next month’s UK Construction Week London, which returns to the ExCeL from May 7th to 9th.

A groundbreaking human-centered approach to change management has played a pivotal role in accelerating digital transformation within Rolls-Royce’s manufacturing supply chain.

Capula, a leading provider of advanced operational technology and industrial digitalisation, has announced it has introduced its Smart Digital Operations (SDO) service to support the nuclear sector's evolving safety, efficiency, and sustainability needs.

ABB has announced the introduction of ABB Ability Industrial Knowledge Vault, a generative AI-driven solution designed to solve the growing challenge of knowledge loss in industrial environments.

A record number of sponsors are backing this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival, as employers in the region look to innovative ways to address the sector’s skills gap and inspire a new generation of talent to consider careers in the industry.

David Strain, technical director at industrial water equipment supplier Technidrive, explains how VSDs are enhancing pump energy efficiency and performance

Compressed air is a proven source of reliable and sustainable power for industrial operations. Now, with technologies such as remote monitoring and AI optimisation, it is set to enter a new era of performance and efficiency.

The industrial robotics sector continues to experience strong growth, with operational stock at approximately four million robots according to statistics from the International Federation of Robotics. Improvements in robotic grippers have helped accelerate industrial robot uptake, but is there room for further development? Ross Turnbull, Director of Business Development and Product Engineering at ASIC design and supply company Swindon Silicon Systems, explains further

Resistors are indispensable in the transition to smarter, safer and more sustainable factories, but their contribution is often overlooked. Mike Torbitt, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains how resistors ensure the reliability and efficiency of factory operations, from motor control to safely stopping equipment in the case of emergencies