Rapid pottotyping: The ceramics industry in Staffordshire is embracing machine tool technology

Article Abstract:

Kryle Machine Tools International is based in Stoke-on-Trent in the heart of the UK ceramics industry. The company is used to working in the high tech aerospace and automotive industries, and providing machine tools for the ceramics industry is a slight departure. The Hothouse centre for ceramic design was developed as part of the urban regeneration of the local area with the aim of offering local industry the latest computer technology. Kryle produced a machine with a main spindle for roughing and initial machining, together with a high speed spindle for finishing, following Hothouse's requirements.

Equipment and supplies, Prototypes, Engineering, Engineering prototypes, Ceramics

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Holding on

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Smiths Metal Centres is committed to the stockholding aspect of its business, aiming for a diverse product range, so that customers have the best value from their products. The company's most popular products are supplied from 12 locations in sales offices and warehouses, with specialized stock coming from its central warehouse. It aims to reduce customer costs by using product selection and technology.

Management, Metal industries, Metal industry

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Furthering knowledge

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Trowbridge College of Further Education in Wiltshire runs a variety of short courses in rubber and plastics technology. The programme, originally designed for car maker Rover, attracts delegates from across the world, including Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands.

Universities and colleges, Plastics industry, International aspects, Training, Education, Higher, Higher education, Polymer industry

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