New Space is revolutionizing access to space through private innovation, breakthrough technologies, and rapid development cycles. Spacecraft are now built on significantly shorter timelines and at lower costs. In this context, thermal protection systems—especially heatshields—are critical from the earliest stages of design, particularly for reusable vehicles. New Space missions are typically designed for shorter operational lifespans and focus primarily on low Earth orbit. These parameters demand materials that are not only high-performance but also cost-efficient and fast to manufacture. Atmospheric re-entry remains one of the most extreme phases of any mission, requiring materials that can endure intense thermal and mechanical loads while maintaining minimal weight and maximum reliability. Pyroxide—a new generation alternative to oxide ceramic matrix composites (O-CMCs) developed by Pyromeral Systems – can be used as reusable thermal protection systems. Key Advantages of Pyroxide for Space Applications: Lightweight, ideal for replacing metal components in thermally critical areas: Pyroxide: 2.5 g/cm³ Inconel: 8.4 g/cm³ TZM : 10.2 g/cm3 Thermal resistance up to 1300°C (2400°F) Outstanding mechanical stability at high temperatures, thanks to consistent rigidity and modulus retention Advanced processability, enabling the production of complex aerodynamic shapes using techniques similar to organic composite lay-up—ideal for fast, flexible manufacturing These features make Pyroxide particularly well-suited for aero-thermal components in atmospheric re-entry vehicles, where heat resistance, reusability, weight savings, and cost control are paramount. As part of a new generation of ceramic composite materials, Pyroxide empowers innovation across New Space programs—from reusable launch systems to return capsules and hypersonic demonstrators—perfectly aligned with the industry’s focus on speed, performance, and affordable access to space.

With be ready - Mobile Workshops LISTA presents the new brochure for flexible, application-optimised workstation and storage systems for the military sector. The modular, extremely robust solutions guarantee maximum operational readiness - whether on land, on water or in the air. Designed for the highest loads and full adaptability, they ensure equipment is available where it is needed.

Brandauer was proud to welcome the Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood MP to its Birmingham headquarters for a hands-on look at British precision engineering in action. As Secretary of State for Justice and MP for Birmingham Ladywood, Shabana’s visit provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the innovation, skills and strategic direction driving success at one of the UK’s leading stamping specialists.

It has become imperative for manufacturers to make production both climate-friendly and profitable. Process-integrated measures must be taken to minimise pollutant emissions and the use of resources, while at the same time protecting and easing the burden on employees – this is the only way companies can prepare for the challenges of the future. Hydraulic expansion technology can contribute to ecological, economical and social improvements for machining companies. The world of industrial production is changing. Decarbonisation is the long-term goal in all sectors of the economy and society. Along the way, products, processes and services will be tested for their resource conservation and climate neutrality. Ensuring future viability is one of the top priorities for companies. In ecological as well as in economic and social terms, the goal is clear: efficiency in all areas. Careful allocation of all resources is the only way to meet the enormous challenges of economic performance, environmental protection and social responsibility. It is imperative for manufacturers to produce all goods in a way that conserves resources and protects the environment’s ability to regenerate. MAPAL and SCHUNK have the common goal of sustainability. ----READ MORE ON THE WEBSITE LINK AT TOP OF PAGE----

Machine learning is now one of the main drivers of manufacturing digital transformation, poised to transform the majority of labor- and data-intensive manufacturing processes and improve companies’ operational efficiency. Here, we discuss the ten most prominent machine learning use cases and the technology’s impact on the industry, while our machine learning consultants outline a step-by-step ML implementation roadmap and explore the common adoption pitfalls.

Check out this insightful article by our co-founder, Sebastian Pattinson, on the future of manufacturing. In it, Sebastian dives into how AI can improve processes and shares valuable tips for using AI-controlled systems effectively.

Machining titanium is fundamentally different from machining cast iron or steel. For economic results, tool technology and the process must be optimally designed. With its holistic understanding of the overall correlations when machining titanium, MAPAL is able to identify the optimum combination of precision and cost-effectiveness. The material properties of titanium are valued in many fields such as aerospace, the automotive industry and medical technology. However, the material is notoriously difficult to machine. This is because of its extremely low thermal conductivity. By way of comparison, with steel machining, ten percent of the temperature remains in the workpiece, 15 percent causes stress on the cutting tool and by far the largest proportion, 75 percent of the heat, is transferred into the chips and removed with them. Titanium is completely different. In this case, the chips only absorb 25 percent of the heat. The lion’s share of 60 percent goes into the tool and causes a high thermal load on the cutting edge or the cutting material. This leads to considerably shorter tool lives. In this way, the cutting material costs become the focus of attention. ...Read More online

The new version includes automated geometry preparation tools, GPU support for accelerated acoustics simulation and surrogate model training, a new Electric Discharge Module, and an interactive Java environment, to name a few. The new automated geometry preparation tools streamline model development by removing unnecessary details and defects in CAD models, resulting in higher-quality meshes for enhanced simulation reliability. Users can thereby import larger industrial CAD models, which originally were not meant for simulation, and use the automated geometry preparation tools to make the necessary adjustments for robust simulations. The interactive Java environment allows for on-the-fly model modifications using the COMSOL API. Additionally, a chatbot tool is available to assist with Java coding and answer general queries.

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Group Rhodes recently welcomed Labour MP for Wakefield and Shadow Minister for Transport, Simon Lightwood to its Head Offices and Factory in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The Group Rhodes CEO, Mark Ridgway OBE DL provided Simon with an in-depth tour of the premises and showcased the innovative work that is carried out by the business. ‘’We were very pleased to welcome Simon to the company and the chance to highlight our innovative work in the aerospace, automotive and heavy ceramics sectors. Wakefield has a long history of engineering excellence, and as Group Rhodes approaches its 200th Anniversary we need to ensure we have access to appropriate skills and investment strategies to develop this legacy”. He added, “such challenges exist on both a local and national level, and on these and other matters we very much welcome Simon’s support’’.

DynamxMFG offers real-time access to manufacturer-designed standard reports, alongside customised reporting tailored to your unique processes. These insights help you pinpoint strengths and identify gaps, enabling data-driven decisions that boost productivity and resource efficiency. Immediate Access to Standard Reports DynamxMFG provides instant access to real-time standard reports specifically designed by manufacturers for manufacturers. This ensures you get relevant and actionable insights right when you need them. Customised Reporting for Unique Processes Unlock deeper visibility into your specific operations with customised reports tailored to your unique processes. These reports deliver data-driven insights that help you understand performance on a granular level. Identify Opportunities for Improvement By clearly showing what’s working and where the gaps lie, DynamxMFG empowers you to improve productivity and enhance overall resource efficiency, driving continuous operational improvement.

The EMO is the perfect platform for MAPAL to showcase new solutions, nurture ties and establish partnerships. Personal interaction with existing and new customers at trade fairs is a key part of the precision tool manufacturer’s company philosophy and remains firmly rooted in its marketing strategy. “The EMO is not just a trade fair for us – it plays a key role in our customer relationships and is the venue where we unveil our product innovations for the coming year”, explains Jacek Kruszynski, Chief Technology Officer at MAPAL. Read the full article online...

‘Empower Your Aluminium Machining’ is the motto of MAPAL's presence at this year's AMB trade fair in Stuttgart, where the tool manufacturer will be exhibiting on 390 square metres in Hall 1, Stand C11. The focus will be on expertise in the field of aluminium machining, future-oriented machining solutions for the focus industries and the innovations for 2025. “With our decades of experience in the design, production and application of tools for aluminium machining, we at MAPAL are the leading technology partner for the machining of aluminium components,” emphasises Jacek Kruszynski, Chief Technology Officer of the MAPAL Group. “In order to offer our customers the optimum machining processes for them, we provide our market, workpiece material and engineering expertise together with our product and application portfolio. The full potential of a machining process can only be realised through the interaction of all influencing factors. MAPAL has stood for this for many years, and we will be demonstrating this at AMB with many impressive examples.” At the MAPAL stand, the focus will also be on innovative machining solutions for the company’s focus industries: automotive, including solutions for electrically powered vehicles, aerospace, fluid power technology and die and mould making.

With the aim of being able to provide digital services on the market more quickly and in a more targeted manner, MAPAL will incorporate the business activities of its subsidiary c-Com GmbH into the company structure on 1 January 2025. MAPAL will take on the c-Com employees. MAPAL’s subsidiary c-Com GmbH, which was founded in 2017, drives modernisation, interconnectivity and automation in the metalworking industry through innovative digital solutions. The company makes an important contribution to increasing its customers’ productivity with the open cloud platform c-Com and accompanying services for digitalising tool and machining processes. From the very outset, there was close collaboration with MAPAL with the integration of products and services from c-Com in the area of setting fixtures and dispensing systems and, in particular, in the planning and management of tool management projects. The “digital tool management” from c-Com makes stocks, performance and application information on machining processes transparent and is now an important part of MAPAL’s tool management solutions. “As a result of our close collaboration and as part of the continual improvement of our processes and workflows, it is only logical to consolidate our digital services and concentrate them from an organisational point of view”, Jacek Kruszynski, Chief Technology Officer of the MAPAL Group, explains about the decision. “The best way to achieve this is by combining the know-how and expertise of MAPAL’s Machines & Services division and c-Com’s business activities.” By consolidating its digital services under one roof on 1 January 2025, the MAPAL Group is becoming more flexible and focussed and strengthening its market- and customer-oriented approach. The c-Com employees will continue their work in MAPAL’s Machines & Services division.