NEWS
NEWS
News and updates from the Innomech team
along with advice and industry commentary
NEWS
AI Automation in Manufacturing
Across all industry sectors, there is no escaping headlines surrounding developments, advances, and the use of AI. And like it or run for the hills at the mention of it, AI is here to stay. For manufacturing, AI automation has generated a lot of discussions and...
Integration of IT and OT in UK Manufacturing
Information technology and operational technology are not new concepts to manufacturing. Both play a role, and both have a function to perform. However, IT and OT convergence is a new way of thinking and operating. Helping to drive manufacturing forward, achieve...
How to Future-Proof Your Business with Automation
As we know, current manufacturing cannot be, and is most certainly not, business as usual. With ongoing market disruptions, supply chain challenges, and let’s not forget, the current recruitment crisis and difficulty in finding skilled workers, manufacturing is facing...
The Relevance of Industry 4.0 After Lockdown
Industry 4.0 is a popular term to describe the digitisation of manufacturing - what is essentially the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It’s also a new way of working in manufacturing that encompasses the latest in digital technology. A crucial aspect of Industry 4.0 is...
Obstacles to Automation in the UK
While the UK adoption rate is roughly consistent with the global average, with 91 robot units for every 10,000 workers, we are still way behind the US and many European countries. For example, Germany has up to 338 robot units for every 10,000 workers. Automation is...
British Manufacturing has Always Stepped Up in Times of National Need
There are many heroes in the battle against COVID-19: NHS workers, care workers, teachers, supermarket workers, and so many more who are providing vital public services that allow people to stay safe and comfortable at home. Manufacturers have also been called upon to...
Is Now The Time To Automate Your Manufacturing?
For many product-based businesses, automation is the key to business growth. When you automate your manufacturing, it allows you to increase increase output and productivity while lowering operating costs and improving quality. If your business has a lot of repetitive...
Top Tips for Automation
There are plenty of reasons to consider automation in your product-based business. One of the toughest challenges in bringing innovative products to market is bridging the gap between proof of concept and volume manufacture. It’s especially challenging for early-stage...
Top Nine Young UK Engineers
This week, November 4th-8th is Tomorrow’s Engineers week, so we think it’s the perfect time to celebrate the achievements of young UK engineers. At Innomech, we pride ourselves on supporting young engineers. We sponsored The Girls of Steel, an all-female robotics team...
UK Engineering: Overcoming the Skills Shortage
It’s no secret that the UK is experiencing a severe engineering skills shortage. The British Chamber of Commerce interviewed 6,000 businesses at the close of 2018, and 81% of manufacturers said they found it difficult to hire employees with the qualifications and...
Who Can Benefit From Micro-Factories and Localised Manufacturing?
In the past, businesses have focused on centralising production in one hub, but with advancements in technology and automation, that's no longer the optimal choice for all businesses. Instead, a localised approach allows for greater flexibility and potentially lower...
Do You Need to Invest in Automated Manufacturing?
The decision to invest in automated manufacturing is a big one that needs a lot of consideration. With our clients, we sit down and establish if automation is what their business needs and put together a plan with costings. Here are some of the key considerations to...
Aston Particle Technologies boosts it’s R&D resources with new benchtop systems
Aston Particle Technologies (APT) has significantly expanded its in-house R&D capabilities by investing in two benchtop systems – designed by GB Innomech (Innomech) – to prepare small quantities of blended pharmaceutical powders for use in its formulation...
Manufacturing Events That Should Be In Your Diary For 2019
Growing your business requires a strategy that needs resources to help develop and market your product. One of the best resources you can use for your marketing strategy is networking. Attending key manufacturing events offers you the opportunity to network with...
New Job Titles with the Automation Revolution
We’re currently in the midst of a global automation revolution that will change workplaces forever. From manufacturing to banking - automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence are reshaping the world of work. Just as with any industrial revolution, there are...
