Manufacturing in 2019
The UK manufacturing industry underwent some turbulent times in 2018, with productivity struggling to meet the highs of years gone by. The question on everyone’s lips at the start of 2019 is just how will the industry fare this year? It’s fair to say that engineering in 2019 looks set to be a continuation of… Continue Reading …
Looking Back on 2018
2018 has been a good year for us at Airedale; we’ve introduced new machines into our warehouse, gained some new names in our exclusive 25-years’ service club, and had another great year with apprenticeships. In this article, we’ll reflect on our best moments from 2018, including some aspirations for 2019. The Roll of Honour Ever… Continue Reading …
Robotics in the Manufacturing Industry
Robots are completely changing the face of manufacturing and there’s good reason for that. With huge savings to be made in the long term and the consistent production of high-quality products, robots are an extremely appealing investment for any manufacturing company. In this article, we take a look at just how useful robots have been… Continue Reading …
Why the Engineering Industry Needs More Women
Engineering has been a male-dominated field for as long as the industry has been around, and despite continued support and demand for female engineers, there is still a significant difference in the number of men and women applying for engineering-based jobs and courses. The reasons behind this discrepancy are plentiful; however, if the industry is… Continue Reading …
The Issue of Sustainability
Sustainability is a big issue in the manufacturing industry. With each passing day, the environmental crises affecting the Earth become harder and harder to solve, which is why it is vital for companies to do everything that they can to reduce their environmental impact. In this article we’ll take a look at steps your business… Continue Reading …
The Importance of Investing in People
Investing in people is a two way-process; employers invest in their employees so that these employees are happy and willing to invest meaningful work for the company, not just push through the day until home time. Meaningful work, as opposed to towing the line, will raise the quality of the company as a whole. As… Continue Reading …
Innovations in Manufacturing in the 21st Century
From the implementation of interchangeable parts and the industrial revolution it spawned, to the assembly line which made mass production and trade possible on a global scale, there have been numerous technological advances over the last two centuries that have propelled progress in manufacturing, making it the cornerstone of our modern economy. But with technological… Continue Reading …
Introducing Our Brand-New CNC Spring Coiling Machines
Airedale Springs are excited to announce we have expanded our range of CNC coiling and wire forming equipment to increase production capacity following further demand for our products and services. After careful consideration and consultation with our setters, evaluating all the options available to us, it was clear that investing in either a Wafios F2… Continue Reading …
An Exclusive Look at Wire Forms
Wire forms are an underappreciated, innovative part of manufacturing almost any consumer product, electronics or machinery worldwide. Many of the engineering feats achieved over time would not have been possible without the humble wire form. From ordinary everyday objects to wire forms on an industrial scale, many modern-day developments would not have been possible without… Continue Reading …
The Importance of Accreditation In Manufacturing
The Importance of Accreditation in Manufacturing Within any business within any industry, there is one very important aspect that you should be considering before you inquire about using their services: Are they accredited?