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Bowers Group is delighted to introduce the new Figura range of Surface Form & Geometry machines, engineered to provide fast, precise measurement solutions for contour, surface roughness, and roundness. Poised to fill a gap in its already comprehensive precision measurement range, the new additions will enhance Bowers Group’s ability to support diverse applications in manufacturing, […]

A Derbyshire engineering firm has been recognised as one of the most innovative and pioneering companies in the UK with a prestigious award. The Carfulan Group has been selected as one of the 2024 WIRED Trailblazers, an accolade awarded in partnership with HSBC UK to leading companies across a wide range of industries. The WIRED […]

Technology that removes errors from CNC manufacturing processes to create right-first-time parts is seeing a surge in demand within the space industry for manufacturers producing components for rockets, satellites and launch equipment. The growth of the Space industry is staggering and is currently projected to be worth an estimated $1.8 trillion by 2035. However, behind […]

Neptune Sonar, a leader in underwater transducer technology, has achieved a 50% reduction in quality assurance time at its subsidiary, Zeus Piezoceramic, by implementing the Trimos V5 height gauge from Bowers Group. Zeus Piezoceramic produce PZT ceramic parts with very precise sizes and tolerances, essential for sonar technology used in underwater imaging and communication. These […]

Star Micronics GB, the leading provider of sliding head lathe solutions, will host its annual open house from 19-21 November 2024 at its Technology Centre in Derby, Derbyshire. This event will feature live demonstrations of the latest production technologies from Star and its partners, along with the UK premiere of the new SB-20RII sliding head […]

LK Metrology announces that it has acquired Nikon Metrology’s laser scanning and Focus point cloud inspection software business. For more than 25 years, Nikon’s pioneering and class-leading 3D laser scanners, whether mounted on a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for automated inspection or operated manually using an articulated measuring arm, have enabled rapid digitisation of parts […]

At the recent AMB 2024 exhibition in Stuttgart (10th – 14th September), Matthew Farnsworth, Commercial Director at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) (www.amrc.co.uk), located in Rotherham, UK, announced that 4- and 5-axis machining centres manufacturer Heller has become its latest Tier 1 member. The German-owned machine tool company has numerous factories […]

At NEIDA, we are thrilled to unveil significant investment and growth milestones for the year 2024. With over 50 years of experience in the manufacture and global supply of precision turned and milled parts, we pride ourselves as one of the UK’s largest suppliers of components. Our unwavering commitment to innovation and quality has propelled […]

Bowers Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Jordan Gould to UK & Ireland Sales Manager. In this new role, Jordan will lead the UK & Ireland External Sales Team, succeeding Ryan Kingswell, who has advanced to Director of Sales, Marketing, and Service. Commencing from the 1st August, Jordan’s new role will see him […]

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