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While there are encouraging elements for the UK’s manufacturing sector, the immediate cost implications raise significant challenges for businesses. A fine balancing act The Chancellor’s recent Budget statement reflects the delicate balancing act required to manage national finances while laying foundations for future growth. While there are encouraging elements for the UK’s manufacturing sector, the immediate cost implications raise significant challenges for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Among the headline measures, the rise in Employer National Insurance Contributions has drawn sharp criticism. As Verity Davidge, Director of Policy at Make UK, highlighted, this increase, compounded by the growing National Living Wage and the apprenticeship levy, risks stifling recruitment and investment in the workforce. Many manufacturers, particularly smaller firms, will face difficult decisions about hiring Editor’s Comment ‘ ’ and pay increases, potentially leading to some job losses. These concerns underline the broader pressures on employers as they navigate a rising tide of operational costs. Nevertheless, the Budget is not without its positives for industry. A recommitment to a long-term Industrial Strategy marks a pivotal shift for the UK, historically an outlier in this regard. Make UK’s Chief Executive Stephen Phipson praised this direction, emphasising its potential to unlock growth and high-quality jobs across the country. However, he urged the Government to move swiftly in implementing sector-specific plans to ensure this strategy translates into tangible progress. The Corporate Tax Roadmap also provides a welcome sense of stability amid economic uncertainty. Businesses rely on predictability, and as Make UK’s Senior Economist Fhaheen Khan noted, the clarity provided by the roadmap will help encourage investment in innovation and productivity-enhancing projects. By balancing tax burdens with incentives for high-growth industries such as automotive and aerospace, the Government aims to strengthen the UK’s position in advanced manufacturing. Meanwhile, the continued funding for the Made Smarter programme offers a vital lifeline for SMEs seeking to embrace digitalisation. This initiative has been instrumental in helping smaller manufacturers adopt automation and digital technologies, critical steps in boosting productivity. Nina Gryf from Make UK rightly underscores its role in maintaining the UK’s competitive edge in the global market. Overall, the Budget seems to reflect a complex trade-off between immediate fiscal pressures and long-term industrial ambitions. While manufacturers will face short-term challenges, the outlined measures offer a framework for future growth. The success of this vision, however, will hinge on the Government’s ability to act decisively and support businesses through this transitional phase which obviously remains to be seen. On behalf of the PWE team, I would like to wish all our readers, advertisers, and supporters a healthy and happy 2025. Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 www.pwemag.co.uk Plant & Works Engineering | 03
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News 6 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 A new report by Make UK, in collaboration with Autodesk, highlights growing investment in artificial intelligence (AI) among British manufacturers, with three-quarters of companies planning to increase spending on the technology over the next year. However, adoption is uneven, with significant barriers preventing smaller firms from fully leveraging AI’s potential. The report, Future Factories powered by AI, explores the opportunities AI presents for the manufacturing sector and identifies areas where government policy and industry action could facilitate broader adoption. While AI is already delivering benefits in energy optimisation, waste reduction, and resource efficiency, its integration into core manufacturing processes remains limited. Manufacturers reported increased efficiency (69%), improved productivity (61%), and automation of routine tasks (46%) as key benefits of AI. However, many smaller firms are missing out on these advantages, with large companies twice as likely as SMEs to implement AI (71% vs. 28%). Barriers such as limited technical skills, low awareness, and lack of digital infrastructure contribute to this disparity. Nina Gryf, Digitalisation Lead at Make UK, commented: “AI and automation are driving dramatic change in speeding up manufacturing processes and elsewhere in companies. Their potential to drive economic growth and reshape industries is becoming increasingly clear. However, while the uptake of such technologies is increasing, the UK needs a step change in the use of automation; otherwise, it risks missing out on vital transformative productivity gains.” The report also underscores the UK’s weak adoption of robotics. At just 111 robots per 10,000 employees, the UK ranks 24th globally in robotics use, well behind comparable nations like France and Italy. Additionally, 29% of manufacturers have no plans to consider robotics, with only 16% currently using the technology. Despite increased interest, the report reveals that a lack of knowledge and skills is holding back many companies, particularly SMEs, from reaping the benefits of AI. Nearly a quarter of firms reported increased profits from AI adoption, and a third said it enabled them to take on more work, demonstrating the technology’s transformative potential. Srinath Jonnalagadda, VP of Industry Strategy for Design & Manufacturing at Autodesk, stressed the need for long-term commitment: “Taking advantage of new technologies isn’t a one-off investment and the silver bullet for change. It demands a shift in mindset and an iterative approach over time. A continued and concerted effort will be needed to achieve the industry transformation and workforce with the skills and capacity required to take advantage of new technology, allowing UK industry to emerge as a global leader in AI-driven innovation.” The report calls for targeted initiatives to support manufacturers, particularly smaller firms. Recommendations include extending R&D tax relief to cover investment in capital equipment and ensuring the expanded *Made Smarter* programme delivers support nationwide. Industry leaders are also encouraged to share best practices and foster peer-to-peer learning to address cultural and awareness gaps. The survey of 151 companies was conducted in August 2024. UK manufacturers to boost AI investment amid challenges, new report reveals ERIKS Industrial Services has announced the addition of strategic stock to its Aberdeen and Plymouth service centres, aimed at bolstering its Fulfilment Centre of Expertise (FCE). The move is intended to support the company’s goal of achieving next-day delivery of parts, fully tracked, before 9am for all customers. A recent service level report indicated that ERIKS is meeting 96% on-time delivery across the UK through its courier partners. However, it was noted that the majority of delays occurred in Northern Scotland and the South West of England, regions that present logistical challenges. Andy Neville, General Manager of the FCE, ERIKS enhances service centres in Aberdeen & Plymouth to improve next-day delivery across the UK commented: “While achieving 96% of our delivery targets seems like a good achievement, we are totally unsatisfied. It has proved difficult to meet our expectations around customer service with the logistical challenges posed by consistently reaching some parts of Scotland and the far reaches of Devon and Cornwall. By building critically aligned stock in two locations, we can ensure that those customers in hard-to-reach areas receive the same next-day, before 9am delivery that all our customers enjoy.” The new stock profiles in these locations have been carefully developed with input from Debbie Bagbee, Deputy General Manager of the FCE, Peter Mitchell, Regional Leader for the North & Ireland, and Steven Williams, Regional Leader for the South West. The stock includes critical items such as power transmission products, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics, which the team believes will allow them to respond quickly to customer needs, regardless of location. Peter Mitchell emphasised the company’s commitment to meeting urgent demands: “We would encourage any business looking for MRO spares to call their local ERIKS service centre. If they need something immediately,
News Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 www.pwemag.co.uk Plant & Works Engineering | 07 we’ll move heaven and earth to get them out of a hole. We can pick and dispatch parts within minutes; however, in most cases, a pre-9am next-day delivery is more than acceptable. We’ll get them the part they want when they want it. Plus, they can track their part on its journey so they know exactly when it will arrive and plan accordingly.” In addition to handling urgent requests, ERIKS encourages businesses to discuss their ongoing needs with their local service centres. Steven Williams added, “Conversations around what our customers need us to carry to support their operations will contribute to our profiling discussion. If you regularly need a specific part at short notice, then let us know and we’ll make sure it’s on our shelves.” With over 50,000 products available for immediate dispatch and 250,000 additional products guaranteed for next-day delivery, ERIKS aims to continue providing a reliable and efficient service to all its customers. The expansion of stock in Aberdeen and Plymouth is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its logistical capabilities. Schaeffler UK has been recognised with the Most Innovative Supplier Award 2024 by RS, a global provider of industrial products and services. The award was given in acknowledgment of Schaeffler’s Lifetime Solutions portfolio, a comprehensive range of products, services, and solutions designed to support maintenance engineers throughout the lifecycle of machinery. The award was presented at RS UK’s annual RS Connect event, held at Silverstone in Northamptonshire, the historic venue of British motorsport. The event, which took place over two days, allowed RS employees and customers to explore the company’s services and solutions, alongside more than 80 of its leading product supply partners. The exhibition also facilitated industry networking, panel discussions, keynote sessions, and an awards ceremony. The RS Connect First Choice Supplier Awards aim to recognise suppliers who excel in supporting RS’s mission to be the first-choice solutions provider for its customers, particularly through the continuous evolution of its product and service offerings. During the awards ceremony at the Silverstone Conference Centre, David Smith, Lifetime Solutions Engineer at Schaeffler UK, and Lisa Schneider, Key Account Manager RS at Schaeffler Bearings & Industrial Solutions, accepted the award from Christian Horne, Chief Product & Supply Chain Officer for EMEA at RS. Christian Horne praised Schaeffler’s contribution, saying: “Innovation keeps industry moving and evolving. Schaeffler has supported RS in its quest to expand its range of services and improve its maintenance solutions offering by bringing to life its OPTIME range. This cutting-edge condition monitoring solution is designed to optimise machinery performance, reduce downtime and streamline maintenance operations. Horne further noted Schaeffler’s instrumental role in training RS’s field service engineers, and supporting RS with a proof-of-concept kit and demonstration area installed in its Nuneaton distribution centre. Schaeffler’s team has also supported customer opportunities, offering installation and commissioning services in partnership with RS’s field service engineers and attending customer visits to provide demonstrations. David Smith expressed his gratitude for the recognition: “We are absolutely delighted to have won the Most Innovative Supplier Award 2024 from RS. The name of the award itself proves there is no ‘I’ in ‘teams’. The collaboration between RS Group and Schaeffler brings market-leading innovation to the condition monitoring market in the UK.” Lisa Schneider added: “The award is a great appreciation of all the effort our mutual teams at Schaeffler and RS have put into realising this collaborative predictive maintenance offering for customers.” The award highlights the ongoing partnership between Schaeffler and RS, underlining their shared commitment to delivering innovative solutions for the industrial maintenance sector. Schaeffler UK receives Most Innovative Supplier Award 2024 from RS
News 08 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 UK manufacturing is undergoing significant digital transformation. With recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, Machine Learning (ML) and the rapid acceleration of Large Language Models (LLMs; Generative AI), we are witnessing levels of innovation not seen since the invention of the steam engine. We are entering a new and exciting digital age that has the potential to bring about numerous benefits to the manufacturing sector. These technologies are transforming industries by automating tasks, optimising production and revolutionising the way we approach problem-solving – just as the steam engine did, as it overcame the limitations of using people and horsepower to do the grunt work – to speed factories along at a pace never before seen. As AI, automation and robotics continue to evolve and speed up processes on the factory floor and elsewhere, their potential to drive economic growth and reshape industries is becoming increasingly clear, and the manufacturing sector and its factories of the future have a central role to play. The sector brings stability and economic resilience to the economy, and provides the jobs and goods needed to ensure that communities across the country thrive. However, despite being a major contributor of growth to the UK, the manufacturing sector faces a significant challenge when it comes to productivity and automation adoption. Just 7% of the companies we surveyed as part of this report regarded themselves as “very knowledgeable” about AI and we remain behind in many global rankings when it comes to metrics such as robot density. Yet there are huge financial gains to be had. For example, the AI industry in the UK is expected to contribute $1 trillion to the economy by 2035. And as an economy, and as a manufacturing sector, we have the potential to realise these gains. After all manufacturing contributes some 47% of all private R&D spending in the UK. It’s clear that factories could look very different in five, ten or twenty years’ time, by adopting already existing digital technologies to transform them into the factories of the future and to help boost efficiency and productivity, not just on production lines, but also in other areas such as decarbonisation and occupational health and safety. As Government moves to develop its industrial strategy, digital technologies and digital skills must be at the heart of it. Two hundred years after the industrial revolution took root, the fourth one is bringing the zero impact factory within reach. By MAKE UK chief executive, Stephen Phipson MAKE uk - the manufacturers’ organisation monthly news comment Pennine Pneumatic Services Limited (PPS), a compressed air distributor in Yorkshire, UK, has become part of Atlas Copco Group, after being acquired by Atlas Copco UK Holdings Ltd. PPS is based in Brighouse in Yorkshire, England, and was founded in 1991, but also has branches in Sheffield, Hull, Leigh and Alfreton. The company has 84 employees across the five locations. PPS offers energy-saving advice and solutions to manufacturers and other industries with applications that rely on compressed air and related systems and services. This includes compressors, gas generators, chillers, pneumatics, pipework, ducting, and assembly tools. Customers are found in all types of manufacturing industries, such as automotive and rail, chemical, construction and engineering, as well as food & beverages. “Pennine Pneumatic Services showcases strong sales and service presence in the North of England which will open additional opportunities for us going forward”, said Ariel Rubinstein, General Manager, Atlas Copco Compressors UK & Ireland. “I would like to welcome our new colleagues from PPS to Atlas Copco Group.” Matt O’Connor, Managing Director, Pennine Pneumatic Services Ltd, added: “Pennine Pneumatics Services Ltd (PPS) has been built on the strength and resilience of its people. Since PPS was founded 33 years ago, the team has continued to develop, diversify and embrace change. This growth mindset has been even more evident over the past 10 years where we’ve gone through a period of acquisitions and dramatic growth. Becoming part of Atlas Copco Compressors UK, with its focus on the wellbeing of the team, innovation and the environment, makes this next chapter the most exciting yet, for both our customers and the PPS team.” PPS has become part of the service division within Atlas Copco’s Compressor Technique business area. Pennine Pneumatic Services becomes part of Atlas Copco Group
Exhibition days 4-5 June 2025 The UK’s only dedicated maintenance & reliability engineering exhibition The go-to event focused on driving uptime and the tools, innovation, technology and people that support it. Learn more at smartmanufacturingweek.com PART OF I have been exhibiting at Maintec for a number of years and it has proved key in the growth of my company Alan Susman, Easy-Laser UK
10 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 Talking Industry Smart maintenance isn’t just about the tools, but also about the culture and mindset shifts that help organisations achieve measurable cost savings, improve productivity, and make smarter decisions. Smart maintenance is reshaping operational efficiency and reducing costs. With a focus on predictive maintenance and automated workflows, the session concentrated on how advanced technology transforms maintenance management from a traditional reactive expense to a proactive value generator. Talking Industry Using smart maintenance to slash operating costs For November’s Talking Industry two specialists in smart maintenance gave their insight into how this approach can deliver measurable cost savings, enhance productivity, and drive smarter decision-making.Talking Industry Chair Andy Pye reports. In our pre-meeting, our speakers - Donal Bourke, Director of Sales, PEMAC and Peter Keckes, Strategic Account Manager UK & Ireland, Red Lion, quickly identified that they were offering complementary approaches. Prior to the event, they met virtually to discuss how the session could emphasise how a company offering devices which collect data from machines, can liaise with one offering Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). PEMAC is a best-in-class provider of CMMS software and services working across some of the most competitive and highly regulated industries. By revolutionising maintenance strategies, PEMAC interprets incoming data to provide businesses with insights to expedite decision-making and manage their assets. Red Lion Controls is a provider of industrial automation and is especially strong in the North American market. Around a year ago, it was acquired by HMS Networks, a global provider of industrial information and communication technology, with the objective of significantly expanding the latter company’s presence in the North American market. Through flexible, secure industrial data acquisition systems, can capture real-time data from sensors, systems and assets. This data can be analysed and acted upon to create automated workflows through CMMS software. For example, sensor data could provide advanced warning or analysis that a particular asset is due to fail, CMMS software can take this analysis and create automated workflows to plan maintenance and assign spare parts and resources to proactively maintain the equipment reducing unplanned downtime. This is just one example. With over two decades of experience in the IT space (focusing on ERP, MES, and POS systems) and OT domain (covering power generation and distribution, manufacturing, and utilities), Peter Keckes is an “out-of-the-box” thinker who has developed a blend of skills in IIoT and Industry 4.0. His diverse project portfolio spans from small, off-grid power plants to extensive power distribution projects, from simple temperature process control to large corporations with multiple processing facilities, and the new generation of digital utilities. Through these experiences, data has become the core of any project he undertakes. “Digital transformation is a radical change in how humans and organisations use technology to connect with the physical world and processes, fundamentally transforming performance, efficiency, and experience,” Peter Keckes explains. He argues that true digitalisation is achieved by harmonising human needs and capabilities with technology to generate a valuegenerating process where business success is
Talking Industry Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 www.pwemag.co.uk Plant & Works Engineering | 11 measured by Return On Investment (ROI). Building on the complementary nature of the two companies, the session set out to explore these key features: The value of introducing smart maintenance to drive cost savings How predictive maintenance enhances equipment uptime and minimizes disruptions Ensuring secure data management across production lines to protect critical information Combining automation with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) to enable predictive capabilities Implementing automated workflows that streamline maintenance processes Real-time analysis and response to events for rapid decision-making Shifting company culture towards proactive, efficiency-driven maintenance management Attending from the UAE, Donal Bourke opened the session, outlining the concept of Smart Maintenance using a single PowerPoint slide (Fig. 1), creatively deploying the acronym S-M-A-R-T: S stands for Strategy and Support - the importance of aligning maintenance goals with business objectives, supported by leadership. M stands for Maturity and Measurement - the value of assessing where an organisation is today and using those insights to drive progress. A stands for Adoption and Adaptability - success isn’t just about technology, but teams embracing and adapting to it. R stands for Reliability and Resilience - how proactive maintenance reduces unexpected failures and builds long-term stability. T stands for Transformation and Training - the importance of continuous learning and growth to stay ahead of competition, particularly when it comes to adopting and embracing technology. The PowerPoint slide was used to demonstrate how smart maintenance isn’t just about the tools, it’s about the culture and mindset shifts that help organisations achieve measurable cost savings, improve productivity, and make smarter decisions. The statistics on the slide (like 30%+ cost savings and 15%+ extended asset lifecycle) are drawn from PEMAC’s real-world experience and – according to Donal - represent conservative estimates, these will always vary depending on the maturity of an organisation. Following this introduction, Peter Keckes highlighted the need for secure data acquisition and the role of IT-OT collaboration. The two speakers together discussed the challenges of adapting new technologies, the important role of experienced engineers, and the future potential of augmented reality and digital twins as part of a smart maintenance programme. The conversation also touched on cultural differences in technology adoption, with Europe believed to be more cautious and the US more proactive. Is this the experience of our readers? As a checklist for implementing a new smart maintenance programme, the speakers emphasised the following two items: Before implementing new technologies, measure and assess the current state of maintenance maturity Promote collaboration and integration between OT and IT teams to enable the successful adoption of smart maintenance solutions. Challenges in data integration and security Peter Keckes shares experiences with different industries and their data integration needs. He emphasised the importance of secure data acquisition and the role of Red Lion Controls. Donal Bourke emphasised the security risks and the need for secure data access. Both agreed on the importance of human knowledge in maintenance, mainly due to the role of experienced engineers in understanding and predicting machine failures. Everyone regrets the progressive loss of experienced field engineers due to retirement. Fig1. The Key Factors to Manage so that Smart Maintenance can slash Operating Costs (Courtesy of PEMAC) Courtesy of Red Lion Controls
12 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 Insight Nestled amidst London’s financial district, the Scalpel Building has implemented a forward-thinking approach to facilities management, pioneering new standards for proactive, data-driven maintenance. This initiative, led by CBRE with partners from Turck Banner and Fletcher Moorland, is using advanced condition-based monitoring (CBM) technologies to keep the building’s infrastructure running smoothly around the clock. But what drove this shift to a data-led maintenance model? And why was CBM, with its real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities, considered an essential asset for a building like the Scalpel? At the Scalpel, Tony Coghlan, Managing Director at Turck Banner Ltd., joined CBRE representatives Daniel Mayes, Engineering Manager, and John Dennis, Account Manager, along with Matt Fletcher, Managing Director of Fletcher Moorland, to assess the impact and advantages of CBM within the Scalpel’s maintenance framework. Their agenda included understanding how CBM was reshaping the building’s operations and exploring the strategic benefits of this datacentred approach. The case for condition-based monitoring Tony Coghlan reflected on why CBRE had chosen CBM for the Scalpel, explaining that it was more than a traditional project - it was a new experiment in modern building maintenance. CBRE wanted to find a way to streamline operations, increase efficiency, and optimise asset performance with CBM. This proactive system continuously monitored critical assets, such as pumps, boilers, and cooling towers, to help the team identify potential issues before they turned into costly failures. Coghlan stated that implementing CBM in a new building was a unique approach since CBM is typically used in older assets. He noted that CBRE had chosen to implement CBM from day one of the building’s operation. This was seen as a remarkable shift in how maintenance was being approached. Proactive maintenance through data-driven insights At the Scalpel Building in London, CBRE, Turck Banner, and Fletcher Moorland have introduced condition-based monitoring (CBM) technology to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and proactively manage maintenance, transforming the building’s operations and asset management strategy. PWE reports. The Scalpel team’s commitment to CBM was immediately validated when the Meerkat system detected abnormal vibrations in a critical pump. Upon investigation, engineers discovered a loose bearing that, if left unaddressed, would have led to a catastrophic pump failure. The early alert allowed the team to plan repairs during non-peak hours, avoiding disruption to the building’s tenants and saving thousands of pounds in potential emergency repair costs. Daniel Mayes explained that CBM was activated immediately after the building’s handover, allowing his team to detect and
Insight Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 www.pwemag.co.uk Plant & Works Engineering | 13 address issues early and manage defects before they disrupted operations or tenant experience. The ability to detect issues early not only ensures a seamless, uninterrupted service but also reinforces CBRE’s commitment to providing exceptional service to their clients, the building occupants, by keeping the building operational 24/7 without interruptions. He added that having a baseline of the building systems from the start was invaluable, as it allowed them to handle minor defects as they surfaced. Over time, CBM became a crucial part of their maintenance strategy. For John Dennis, who manages the day-today operations, CBM allowed the team to monitor equipment, like pumps, without waiting for scheduled Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM). He explained that they didn’t have to wait for a pump to fail before noticing it; instead, CBM allowed them to catch issues early and plan repairs accordingly, reducing unexpected expenses and disruptions. The early detection of the pump issue exemplified this capability, providing proof of concept for CBM’s value as an indispensable tool in their maintenance strategy. Proactive maintenance The Scalpel team’s adoption of CBM was grounded in a commitment to data-driven decision-making, which, as Coghlan mentioned, is crucial for predictive maintenance. With realtime data, CBRE was able to shift toward a more proactive model, preventing issues before they occurred. Coghlan highlighted the value of real-time data in elevating facilities management to a preventative, rather than reactive, approach. This wasn’t just about saving costs; it was about ensuring consistency in service quality. CBM allowed the team to evaluate asset lifecycles and performance patterns. John Dennis provided an example of how CBM data enabled them to observe trends and make predictions about when components might fail. He noted that by the time the building had been operational for seven years, they had enough data to forecast when specific components might need to be replaced, allowing for more accurate budgeting and maintenance planning. Collaborative Insight The Meerkat CBM system, implemented by Fletcher Moorland, showed the importance of collaboration. Matt Fletcher pointed out that while CBM alone didn’t prevent asset failures, it provided valuable data that allowed engineers to make informed decisions and avoid downtime. He said that the system helped identify at-risk components, plan replacements, and continuously review asset health. Turck Banner played a key role in refining the Scalpel’s CBM strategy. Daniel Mayes emphasised that the engineering expertise from both Fletcher Moorland and Turck Banner was essential. They helped interpret early data and tailored the maintenance schedules to meet the Scalpel’s needs. He mentioned that it was about more than just technology; it was about hands-on support that guided the team in maintaining their assets effectively. Real-time alerts and trend analysis A key benefit of CBM lay in its real-time feedback. The Meerkat system, installed throughout the building, uses a traffic light alert system to indicate issues by severity. Rich Urwin from Fletcher Moorland likened it to having a “check engine light” for each asset. The system alerted the team to potential issues before they became critical, allowing for better planning and fewer emergency callouts. From a practical standpoint, this visibility reduced the need for emergency repairs, enabling the engineering team to balance workloads and conserve resources. John Dennis explained that the system allowed his team to plan maintenance in advance rather than scramble to address issues after a breakdown. With CBM, they were notified of problems immediately, giving them the luxury of scheduling repairs and parts orders. Additionally, the remote access capabilities allowed both CBRE and Fletcher Moorland to monitor assets from anywhere. Tony Coghlan mentioned that with everything integrated into a single dashboard, engineers had better control over asset health, whether they were reviewing trending data or receiving real-time alerts. A vision for the future The Scalpel’s experience underscored CBM’s potential to redefine building maintenance. John Dennis saw data-driven maintenance as the future of building management. He explained that CBM helped reduce waste and extend asset lifecycles, aligning with sustainability objectives. Coghlan also viewed CBM as part of a broader trend toward smarter building management. He stated that the industry is evolving, and predictive, proactive maintenance is essential for responsible and efficient facilities management. With systems like Meerkat, he felt the Scalpel team was well-equipped to meet their sustainability and operational goals. A data-driven legacy For the Scalpel, condition-based monitoring proved transformative, creating a streamlined facilities management model that prioritised efficiency, cost savings, and proactive maintenance. By catching issues early, enabling precise budgeting, and reducing emergency repairs, CBRE and its partners created a robust, data-centred approach that set an industry standard. The project also showcases the power of predictive maintenance and what proactive, data-driven facilities management can achieve. For further information please visit: https://www.turckbanner.co.uk/en/ https://www.cbre.co.uk/ https://fletchermoorland.co.uk/
14 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk Annual Buyers’ Guide 2025 Special Focus Southern Manufacturing Preview Regarded as the largest and most comprehensive annual industrial exhibition in the UK and a major global showcase for engineering and manufacturing technology, the show moved to its present location in 2008 and was the first to be held in the new, world-class exhibition centre when it was built a decade later. Since its inauguration in 1997, the event has grown continuously from a small, regional gathering of engineering firms into one of international importance, attracting visitors and exhibitors from around the world. Southern Manufacturing & Electronics hosts many large manufacturers and service providers, but is also liberally populated by engineering SMEs and small vendors. The show operates a policy of open access, discouraging bigger firms from dominating the space. There will be an abundance of new engineering technology on show, making it an ideal place for anyone looking to source multiple products and services efficiently. Although the industries represented throughout the hall are multifaceted, there are no barriers between the areas, allowing easy cross-over between different disciplines. Featured will be all the latest in machine tools, tooling, workholding and other production hardware, along with subcontractors offering a comprehensive range of mechanical engineering services. Intermingling with these providers will be companies offering PCB design, box build services and other contract electronics manufacture, cables, connectors, mechatronics assembly, and electro-mechanical components and systems. Testing, inspection and measurement serving all industry sectors will be in evidence throughout, as will production planning systems, engineering and business software, materials and consumables. Suppliers of plastic injection and rubber mouldings will be in attendance alongside other companies specialising in a huge variety of controls, displays, HMIs, data acquisition systems, sensors, drives, encoders, fasteners, pressings, wire forms, springs and gaskets. Additional products and services essential for business operations will include oil and coolant supply, workshop equipment, dust and fume extraction, humidity control, workplace storage, bespoke case and foam manufacture, plastic packaging, labelling equipment, hand tools, adhesives, industrial flooring, waste removal and recycling, freight forwarding services, and financial and business consultancy. This year’s show will reflect the ongoing growth in digitalisation of production, as well as an increase in manufacturing systems that may be interconnected via Industry 4.0 protocols. There will be an emphasis on reshoring of production, plus new ecological technologies such as green energy generation, efficient under-floor heating and power-saving machinery. Robotics and other forms of autonomous handling on both the mechanical engineering and electronics sides will again feature strongly, driven by a skills shortage in Britain and across Europe. Additive manufacturing continues its progress towards becoming a mainstream production technique and there will be many companies offering equipment, consumables and bureau services. The current exhibitor list is available to view at: www.southernmanufacturing-electronics.com/en/exhibitor To give visitors valuable learning opportunities, over the three days there will be the usual extensive programme of free technical seminars covering a wide range of topics, with a particular focus on the technical, managerial and environmental issues facing manufacturers today. All sessions will be CPD-approved to ensure they meet specific quality standards. The Institute for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits (IPC) hand soldering competition also returns in 2025. Southern Manufacturing & Electronics colocates with AutoAero, a specialist thread that runs through the main programme concentrating on matters important to automotive and aerospace engineering. Both sectors directly contribute billions of pounds to the UK’s GDP, while supporting numerous industries and businesses in the supply chains and providing much needed employment for highly skilled people. The exhibition is inexpensive to visit, as car parking at the Farnborough site as well as the bus service that runs between the two local railway stations and the showground are free. So also is entry to the exhibition. People that sign up now are guaranteed to receive an advance copy of the printed preview guide. Register at: https://register.visitcloud.com/survey/ 00mf6xsmh61zw?actioncode=1020 Visitors to the Southern Manufacturing & Electronics event, taking place from 4th to 6th February 2025 at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, can expect a showcase of cutting-edge technology. Exhibitors from both the mechanical engineering and electrical/electronic sectors will present the latest solutions. PWE reports. Southern Manufacturing set to highlight growth in digitalisation of production
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