News
Professional Polishing Services on the search for their next apprentice
Midlands leading surface finish company, Professional Polishing Services Ltd are keen to expand their apprentices. PPS have a long history of employing apprentices and many stay with the company to become Senior Operators including Darren Icke, who started with the firm in 1994 and who has been a senior operator for many years. The Company has been involved in many prestigious projects over its twenty-eight year history including The Tree of Remembrance which is a fantastic sculpture in Manchester.
Transforming DVLA services
A public consultation has been launched on transforming the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)’s services to customers.
Open day celebrates manufacturer’s move into the Black Country
A leading airbrake specialist that supplies into 70 countries all over the world celebrated its Black Country expansion with a high profile open day on Friday. Majorsell Ltd, which has been assisted by the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS), showcased its new 20,000 sq ft facility in Credenda Road to more than 50 delegates and immediately predicted a record 2012.
Global sales drive reaps dividends for Telford precision manufacturing specialist
Small really is proving beautiful for a Telford manufacturer that saw annual sales reach a record £3.6m in 2011.
Sales flying in at Anopol
Anopol, which employs 39 people at sites in Birmingham and Hampshire, exceeded £3m sales after it bounced back from the recession by identifying new markets.
New manufacturing advisory service launched
A new national programme which will focus on helping small and medium manufacturing businesses to grow has officially launched, Business Minister Mark Prisk and the Manufacturing Advisory Consortium (MAC) announced today.
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has today signed a contract with the Manufacturing Advisory Consortium (MAC) to deliver the new Manufacturing Advisory Service in England.
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has today signed a contract with the Manufacturing Advisory Consortium (MAC) to deliver the new Manufacturing Advisory Service in England.
A lofty idea snapped up by major DIY retailer
A Sussex-based entrepreneur has come up with a simple, yet effective product to ensure that valuable loft storage space is not lost once regulation insulation is fitted – a product that has already been given the thumbs up from a major high street DIY retailer. With the help of the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS), David Ferguson has designed and introduced an innovative stilt product called ‘Loft Storage Stilts’ to allow regulation insulation to be fitted into roof spaces whilst retaining existing storage areas.
Manufacturing success: sharing best practice at Pfizer's Centre of Excellence
During a unique one-day Manufacturing Insights event, sponsored by the Manufacturing Advisory Service, the Pfizer Logistics and Distribution Centre in Havant, Hampshire, opened its doors to manufacturers of the South East last month. The site provided insight into how it has achieved global recognition and success, becoming a recognised centre of excellence for the packaging, distribution and supply of cold chain and injectable medicines.
Manufacturers make progress. Comment from Simon Howes, Area Director.
It is encouraging to see an improvement in the latest ONS Factory Output figures, showing output in September up two per cent on the previous year.
‘Made in the South West’ - a panel debate
Manufacturers from across the South West recently gathered in Bristol for South West Business Insider’s latest breakfast panel debate. MAS AreaDirector, Simon Howes, was one of five panellists taking questions on how manufacturers can grow their businesses despite economic uncertainties.
Ashwoods Automotive Ltd receives environmental award
Ashwoods Automotive Ltd, the UK’s leading supplier of hybrid commercial vehicles, has been named ‘Environmental Goods & Services, Large Business Winner’ in this year’s Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) awards.
MAS urges the best of British to step forward
MAS is throwing its support behind the Government’s Make it in Britain campaign to transform the image of modern UK manufacturing and to raise awareness of its importance for the economy.
Batch Control for Magnet Schultz
Magnet Schultz Ltd, manufacturers of solenoid-based engineering solutions, has made significant savings by introducing simple lean manufacturing measures across its production department that has significantly reduced lead times and improved stock control resulting in direct bottom line benefits.
Global Manufacturing Festival set for Sheffield return
Preparations are well underway for the second Global Manufacturing Festival which will take place in Sheffield on 21-22 March 2012. Sheffield Chamber of Commerce is set to play a lead role in the project management of the festival, which aims to reaffirm the UK’s position as a global leader in advanced engineering and manufacturing innovation.
Make it in Great Britain Campaign
Business Secretary, Vince Cable has called on manufacturers across the country to help Government find up to 30 ‘industry champions’ to take part in, and support the Make it in Great Britain campaign.
Devon County Council Launches ‘Devon Delivers’ Business Growth Campaign
Devon County Council has launched a five month campaign aimed at encouraging businesses to relocate to the region. Targeting one million key business leaders in UK companies through targeted internet advertising, the ‘Devon Delivers’ campaign will highlight the county’s ability to host innovative businesses and not just remain a centre for tourism and farming.
South West Businesses Defying Pessimistic Manufacturing Outlook
South West manufacturers are showing encouraging signs of growth, according to the latest findings of the Manufacturing Advisory Service in the South West (MAS-SW). Almost two-thirds (63 per cent) of respondents to the latest Barometer, conducted quarterly by MAS-SW, reported increased sales in the past six months (April to September 2011).
New Manufacturing Advisory Service and Barometer - Comment from Simon Howes, Managing Director, SWMAS Ltd
Welcome to this month’s newsletter in which I am delighted to share the news that SWMAS Ltd is one of four organisations to be appointed by the Government to form a Manufacturing Advisory Consortium (MAC). The MAC will deliver a new, nationally-operated Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) focused on helping small and medium-sized manufacturers to grow.
SMEs to Benefit From New Intellectual Property Rights
A new law was introduced earlier this month to give small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) more encouragement to protect their intellectual property (IP) rights. The Patents County Court (Financial Limits) Order (No.2) 2011 provides a more clear cut definition of which disputes involving trade mark and copyright claims must be heard in the Patents County Court (PCC) and which should go to the High Court.
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