EMN Membership News
SWEL Group – Precision Fabrication and Welding
In 2005 SWEL Group formed as a small weld repair shop and provider of precision specialist welding for local machine shops. From this humble beginning we have developed into a well respected fabrication, welding and engineering service provision company. The first...
Human Connection Still Wins Business
Practical workshops designed to improve communication, relationships and sustainable growth As the founder of Just Williams Ltd, I’ve spent my career helping organisations grow through stronger relationships, clearer communication and practical sales and marketing...
Spotlight On – ENSPEC
Introducing Enspec Power, a UK-based electrical engineering consultancy and manufacturer with over 25 years of experience in power quality solutions for industrial and energy clients. Enspec uniquely combines consultancy, in-house design, manufacturing, and project...
Energy Cost Advice from Sanctus Consulting Ltd
The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) launches in April 2027 to lower manufacturing energy bills. It targets over 10,000 electricity-intensive businesses across Great Britain. Core Cost Relief Indirect Policy Exemptions: Qualifying businesses receive a...
How Custom Thick Film Resistors Can Improve Reliability In Auxiliary Power Supply Applications
Power resistors play an important role in medium-power (up to 200kVA) auxiliary power supplies. They provide overcurrent protection, limit inrush current, damp switching transients, and deliver harmonic damping, all of which can impact the long-term reliability of the...
Is Your Stores Area Helping or Hindering Productivity?
Walk into almost any manufacturing or engineering facility and you’ll often find the same overlooked bottleneck: the stores area. It’s rarely the focus of investment or improvement projects, yet it has a direct impact on almost every other part of the operation....
Introducing the new Artificial Intelligence & Automation Apprenticeship
The North East has been designated as an AI Growth Zone, with public statements pointing to potential investment of up to £30 billion and more than 5,000 high-skilled jobs being brought to the region. Access Training - Part of the University of Sunderland, has...
Newcastle Innovations to unlock faster routes to innovation and growth
New initiative creates a single front door for businesses, investors and partners to collaborate with Newcastle University and drive economic growth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxiMfbss5wM Newcastle University has today launched Newcastle Innovations to make it...
Too Early Co.
Too Early Co. connects the UK’s brightest university talent with work placements at startups- Summer 2026. As two Durham University Economics students we have seen firsthand the default pathway for elite university talent into large corporate graduate programmes....
Build the skills that support stronger tenders, audits and systems
Remember those development goals you set at the start of the year? Summer is a great time to check back in, rethink what you want to focus on and make sure you’re still moving in the right direction. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your auditing knowledge, build...
EMN Celebrates Doby Verrolec’s Membership Renewal
Doby Verrolec has renewed its membership with EMN, reaffirming its commitment to collaboration, innovation and the continued success of engineering and manufacturing in the North East. Operating from County Durham, Doby Verrolec is the UK’s largest manufacturer...
Welcome Back Masfix Fixtures & Fittings
Masfix has renewed its membership with the Engineering and Manufacturing Network, reaffirming its commitment to supporting businesses across North East England and extending its reach within one of the region’s most important industrial communities. Exclusive EMN...
AR Power Secures Landmark Solar Contract with Hozelock UK
AR Power is proud to announce that they have been appointed to deliver a major 1.6MW rooftop solar PV installation for Hozelock at their manufacturing facility in Birmingham. The project represents another significant milestone for the Washington-based business as...
JB Components supplying fabricated components to the UK
What does JB Components do? JB Components supplies aluminium, sheet metal and fabricated components to the UK and Ireland’s road transport, vehicle bodybuilding and manufacturing sectors. Part of the Service Metals Group, we provide standard stock materials,...
Ford Aerospace – experts in critical components
What does Ford Aerospace do? We are experts in the manufacture and assembly of mission critical components for the world’s most respected OEMs. As our name suggests we do a great deal of work for the aerospace industry, but we also support other hi-tech sectors such...
Express Engineering Group honoured with The King’s Award for Enterprise for Exceptional International Growth
Express Engineering Group, a global leader in the manufacture, assembly, and testing of precision-engineered solutions, has been awarded the UK’s most prestigious business accolade: The King’s Award for Enterprise. The group, which comprises Express Engineering in...
Citation: Free Health & Safety advice line now available!
Health & Safety questions slowing you down? EMN members can now speak directly to experienced Health & Safety advisors at our Service Provider Member @Citation – free of charge – as part of your membership. Whether you’re dealing with an incident, reviewing...
NorthEdge supports Latus Group to complete fifth strategic acquisition
NorthEdge has supported Latus Group to acquire Cirrus Environmental Solutions Limited (Cirrus), a North East-based occupational hygiene specialist, strengthening Latus' national footprint and establishing the Group as one of the UK's leading occupational hygiene...
TSEC Limited: A Specialist North East Electronics Manufacturer
TSEC Limited, headquartered in Stanley and founded in 2005, focuses on providing application-specific resistor solutions for demanding applications. With strong expertise in designing and manufacturing customised thick film power resistors, high-voltage resistors,...
Spotlight On: Newcastle University and the Future of Engineering Talent
What does Newcastle University do? Newcastle University exists for the public benefit to advance education, learning, and research. We aim to work collaboratively with our many external partners to shape brighter futures, grow the economy, and champion social justice....
AR Power Strengthens Senior Management Team
Washington-based renewable energy company, AR Power, has announced key changes to its senior management team as it positions itself for continued growth and expansion across the UK commercial solar sector. From 1 May, Luke Lubo will be promoted to Technical Director,...
Paragon Rapid Technologies: Bridging Concept and Production
Paragon Rapid Technologies is a UK based engineering firm focused on rapid prototyping and low-to-medium volume manufacturing. Based in the North East of England, they support businesses in transforming early stage ideas into functional, production-ready parts....
Upskill with Engineering and Manufacturing CPD courses at Newcastle University
Newcastle University exists for the public benefit to advance education, learning and research. We aim to work collaboratively with our many external partners to shape brighter futures, grow the economy, champion social justice, and provide high-quality education,...
Newcastle College: Employer Breakfast
Engineering and manufacturing employers across the North East are being invited to start their day with insight, conversation, and practical guidance at series of Employer Breakfast hosted by Newcastle College. Designed specifically for businesses considering how...
Five Newcastle College Students Secure Trainee Welding Roles Following Smulders Bootcamp
A specialist welding bootcamp delivered by Newcastle College has resulted in employment success for five participants, who have secured new roles at leading offshore manufacturer Smulders. Skills Bootcamps are a government initiative, designed to help adults gain new,...
IQMS: Practical support for standards, systems and certification
Standards change. Knowing what matters is the important part. When standards are updated, the biggest challenge is often not the change itself, but understanding what it really means in practice. At iqms Learning, we help cut through the detail and focus on what...
County Durham to Benefit from National Investment in new Technical Excellence College
New College Durham (NCD) is delighted to announce it has been chosen as one of only four colleges across the country to have been recognised as an Advanced Manufacturing Technical Excellence College (TEC). TECs will work with employers, representative bodies, trade...
New EMN Video Series: Key Updates for Engineering & Manufacturing Businesses
We’re pleased to share three new videos featuring expert insights from across our EMN network, covering key topics that are currently impacting engineering and manufacturing businesses. Our first session focuses on the Employment Rights Act 2025, with Lauren Bathan...
Just Williams Prepares for ‘The Everest Expedition’ Charity Challenge at Roseberry Topping
With just over a week to go, the team at Just Williams is gearing up for an incredible endurance challenge – the Everest Expedition: Roseberry Topping Challenge 2026 – all in support of their charity partner, Red Balloons. Taking place on 24 April 2026, the challenge...
Growth and Skills Levy 2026: What’s Changed & How It Affects Your Training Budget
On 1 April 2026, the Apprenticeship Levy is being renamed and redesigned. The government is calling it the Growth and Skills Levy, and alongside the name change comes a fundamental shift in how employers can use the money and how quickly they need to spend it. If your...
Horizon Works Announces New National Series of Invented Podcast
Industrial marketing company Horizon Works is proud to announce the next evolution of its innovation-focused podcast, Invented, with a new, expanded series set to launch in April 2026. The refreshed programme will feature more frequent episodes and a broader national...
Johnston Carmichael: Year end remuneration strategies for company owners
As the tax year draws to a close, there is still time for company owners to take stock of how they’re paid. If you run a company, planning now can help you stay compliant while keeping your tax bill as efficient as possible. Salary, dividends or bonus? Choosing the...
Citation: A fast, supportive route to ISO 9001 for EMN members
As your business grows, keeping everything on track becomes more complex – more people, more customers, more moving parts. ISO 9001 gives you a clear, internationally recognised framework for managing quality and demonstrating it to customers, buyers and auditors....
Celebrating Another Year of Partnership with Ford Aerospace
Ford Aerospace has renewed its membership with the Engineering and Manufacturing Network for another year, continuing its long-standing involvement in the North East's engineering community. Based in South Shields, Ford Aerospace is a leading manufacturer of precision...
Palram and Our Network: Nearly Ten Years of Engineering Collaboration
Palram Industries Ltd has been an outstanding and loyal member of the Engineering and Manufacturing Network for nearly a decade. With over 60 years of experience, Palram is a leading manufacturer of thermoplastic sheets and panel systems, specialising in...
Cobots Online Heading to MACH 2026
Meet the Team and the Cobots Heading to MACH 2026 There is a big difference between buying a collaborative robot from a brochure and building an automated system with a partner who knows your shop floor. At Cobots Online, we’ve always believed that while the...
Skills Bootcamp Opportunities – Middlesbrough College
Preparing to Teach – Level 3 Award in Education & Training (AET) Start Date: 25th March 2026 (Every Wednesday) Delivery: On‑site at Middlesbrough College – Wednesdays, 5pm–9pm Duration: 16 weeks Employer Contribution: SMEs: £136 Large Employers: £408 Typical...
Citation: A free practical guide to managing team wellbeing for EMN members
A thriving team is shaped by the culture you create, the support you offer, and the processes you put in place. When wellbeing is strong, businesses benefit from happier people, better productivity, and lower absence. When it’s not, they risk burnout, low morale and...
New Dale Power Solutions St Albans Base Opens as Commercial UPS Southern Hub
Dale Power Solutions has opened a new, expanded site in St Albans, marking a significant milestone in the continued growth of their commercial Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) division. Following sustained division success and increasing demand across key sectors,...
FREE Tendering Guide: An introduction to tendering
Finding and winning contracts can be complex, and many businesses miss out simply because they’re unsure where to start. That’s why our Service Provider Member; Citation has created a FREE Tendering Guide to help your organisation: Understand the tendering process...
NEPS Embarks on a New Phase of Strategic Growth
NEPS has entered a new phase of strategic growth as it closes the doors on its original warehouse at Unit 8, Octavian Way, Team Valley Trading Estate, and moves into a significantly larger facility at Unit 1. What began as a sizeable space four years ago has quickly...
Horizon Works Announces New National Series of Invented Podcast
Industrial marketing company Horizon Works is proud to announce the next evolution of its innovation-focused podcast, Invented, with a new, expanded series set to launch in April 2026. The refreshed programme will feature more frequent episodes and a broader national...
Strengthening Local Supply Chains Through Collaboration
Client: Curl Moducons Location: Washington, North East England Sector: Steel Fabrication & Coated Components Overview At Katmex, we believe strong local supply chains are built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to quality. Our ongoing relationship...
Industry X.0 – From Talk to Traction: What Should Manufacturers do Next?
Industry X.0 – From Talk to Traction: What Should Manufacturers do Next? Why the latest data from the International Centre for Industrial Transformation should change how you lead industrial change. The journey toward digital transformation for manufacturers in the UK...
Why Your CNC Machines Are Losing You Money
In the high-stakes world of UK manufacturing, there is one metric that dictates whether you’re thriving or just surviving: spindle run time. It’s the heartbeat of your business. Yet, in workshops across the country, a silent thief is at work. Every lunch break, every...
Build advanced electrification and manufacturing capability in your organisation
Applications are now open for the September 2026 cohort of Newcastle University’s Level 6 BEng Product Design and Development Engineer Apprenticeship. The programme is designed to help ensure your organisation has the skills and expertise needed to drive critical...
S&A Fabrications Acquires Prism Planning and Launches Search for New Principal
S&A Fabrications has announced the acquisition of Prism Planning, a respected planning consultancy operating across the North East and beyond. Founded in 2008, Prism Planning has built a strong reputation over nearly two decades for delivering high-quality...
TSEC: Custom vs High Volume Resistor Manufacture – A Comparison
When designing systems for high-reliability applications, selecting the correct resistors is critical. A wide range of standard resistors is available from the large resistor manufacturers, but what if standard resistors cannot meet the stringent demands of the end...
Versatech Engineering Partners with BMI for Vacuum Furnaces in UK & Ireland
New Anglo-French Collaboration: Versatech Engineering Ltd are delighted to announce that they are the Sales and Service Agent for BMI in the UK and Ireland. If you have any questions or enquiries about the Vacuum Technology on offer from BMI please reach out to...
Just Williams: Marketing & Sales for Engineering and Manufacturing SMEs
Introducing Just Williams In engineering and manufacturing, excellence is rarely loud. It’s precise, methodical and built on decades of experience, incremental innovation and hard-won trust. The businesses that keep our supply chains moving and our industries...