As a country, the UK is investing record amounts into infrastructure for transport, renewable energy, and utility networks. Totalling more than £92 billion, these large-scale projects will place us into one of the most ambitious periods of infrastructure investment in…
At Airedale Springs, we’ve seen first-hand how spring manufacturing is integral to the UK’s worldwide industrial landscape. The changes brought about by Brexit have reshaped the way we approach international supply chains and sourcing. New tariffs have been added, presenting…
Keeping costs down is important for manufacturing businesses, and we know this all too well as spring manufacturers. A great way to achieve this is by investing in automation, which can take many forms. Perhaps you’re looking to install an…
Upskilling a team is always a good decision, as it helps staff to stay up to date with the latest developments in the industry and to learn new skills that allow them to keep up with the current manufacturing landscape.…
Supply chains are crucial for manufacturers, so it’s important they’re resilient to issues like political conflict, economic downturns and even pandemics. As UK-based spring manufacturers, we’re aware of the importance of strong supply chains, so we’re taking a closer look…
The country is under another lockdown and the pandemic is still going strong. This means that manufacturers can’t wait until things ‘go back to normal’, if that’s possible, and must find ways to adapt to the new circumstances. Flexibility is…
Now that the transition period is over and new rules came into effect on 1st January 2021, things have already changed for the UK, especially when it comes to trading and manufacturing. Many are concerned about the double effect of…
With the New Year just around the corner, we would like to reflect on the past twelve months. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 was a year full of unique challenges, especially for manufacturers around the world. However, it’s important…
The transitional period is coming to an end on 31 December 2020, and it’s crucial that manufacturers are ready for what the new year will bring. Brexit is still a vital issue for businesses across the UK and will likely…
Automation and robotics are fast becoming critical in today’s manufacturing, especially as the industry is going through its fourth revolution. However, their importance has never been clearer than with the COVID outbreak. There are now many benefits to investing in…