The Benefits of a Smart Factory for Spring Manufacturing
Manufacturing is an industry that is constantly pushing the boundaries of technological advancement. The ever-increasing complexity of products and devices demands innovations in manufacturing their components to superior levels of quality. One persistent trend in the growth of this vital industry has been adopting more digital and computerised processes. Wireless computer processes and CNC machines… Continue Reading …
Different Types of Springs Available at Airedale Springs
Airedale Springs has a long history of manufacturing a broad range of different spring designs for many applications. With over 70 years of experience as spring suppliers, we have developed an impressive catalogue of options and services, enabling us to swiftly turn innovative ideas into physical creations. Below is a selection of the spring designs… Continue Reading …
What Are Manufacturer’s Goals in 2022?
The manufacturing industry is a constantly shifting sector that demands initiative and innovation from its successful companies. Adapting to market shifts and world events are the most noticeable changes which have significantly affected the industry over the last few years and continue to do so. In response to these changes, most manufacturers work to improve… Continue Reading …
EV Charging at Airedale
Increasing our sustainability matters significantly to us as a company, and as a leading manufacturer, we feel it’s essential to set an example for other facilities within this expansive industry and show that it is possible to decrease your environmental impact whilst maintaining productivity. Our commitment is implemented in many ways, from supporting eco-friendly work… Continue Reading …
The Importance of a Strong Supply Chain for Manufacturing
Supply chains are a crucial element of any manufacturer’s daily operations. Unfortunately, events over recent years have put supply chains under significant strain as they attempt to compensate for unforeseen environmental, political and economic problems. During this time, many manufacturers were forced to explore new supply chain options covering everything from discovering new suppliers to… Continue Reading …
Why Students Should Choose Engineering Apprenticeships
When young people decide on their professional futures, one common assumption is that a university degree is the only way to guarantee themselves a profitable career. Still, it’s not the only path they can take. This perception is compounded when addressing complex subjects such as the STEM industries, STEM is made up of science, technology,… Continue Reading …
What are Double Torsion Springs?
Torsion springs are a type of helical spring capable of storing and releasing angular energy or holding a mechanism in place. They are characterised by two legs that extend from either end of the coil and are used in applications requiring a torque or rotary force. This is achieved by attaching the legs to external… Continue Reading …
How Do We Achieve a Circular Economy in Manufacturing?
As the world shifts its focus toward a greener, more sustainable future, the manufacturing industry continues to play a pivotal role in implementing and promoting sustainability. A large part of this effort involves reducing or eliminating wasted resources in manufacturing processes, breaking the linear model of taking, making and wasting in favour of a circular… Continue Reading …
What Skills Do You Need to Work in Manufacturing?
The first ever National Manufacturing Day on 7th July 2022 is an opportunity for our industry to demonstrate the value of a career in our industry, starting with a manufacturing apprenticeship. Apprenticeships offer an alternative career path out of school for people that do not wish to attend college and eventually university full time. Manufacturing… Continue Reading …
Automation in Manufacturing – How it Saves Time, Money and Energy
UK manufacturing has been facing several ongoing challenges in recent years, many of which were worsened by the lasting impact of Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic. However, the industry has met these challenges with grit and determination, confronting supply chain disruption, productivity downturns and staff skill shortages head-on and working to find the best possible… Continue Reading …