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Innovation at the Forefront of Tooling Industry Symposium
The recent Wernesgrüner Werkzeugsymposium 2026 once again established itself as a crucial platform for dialogue and development within the tooling industry. Held last week, the event focused on innovation and technological resilience as it examined how companies can navigate challenging market env…
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New spindles can cost six figures and leave your machine down for months. Motor City Spindle is helping shops get back up and running faster by rebuilding what they already have… We’re talking higher-grade components, tighter tolerances, longer warranties. Find out more in this conversation with A…
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Did you LK Machinery plays a key role in how modern vehicles are built? From structural components to large-scale EV production, their die-casting technology helps make cars safer and more affordable worldwide. So whether you realise it or not, you’re already relying on them every time you hit the…
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Inside a £2.5 Million Investment Driving the Future of UK Aerospace
One of the largest vacuum furnaces in Europe – right here in Wales. The future of aerospace is being forged here… Wall Colmonoy’s new facility is unlocking the production of complex nickel superalloy components for aerospace and defence, delivering the purity and precision these industries demand.…
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Edge Technologies appoints Jimmy Clark as Director of Sales to drive North America growth!
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MAG Automotive Specht 500 NG HMC delivers precision, automation and efficiency for modern manufacturing!
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SMW Autoblok expands automation capabilities with high-force MOTIACT MX-L grippers!
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Here at MTDCNC, you’ll find a collection of top-notch podcasts featuring discussions and insights from the manufacturing market.

SME Focus Episode 267: Iain McCallister – MAN Commercial Protection Ltd
SME Focus is the programme showcasing our brilliant SMEs. For manufacturers, by manufacturers. The weekly show was founded by Chris Greenough. Chris has championed the British manufacturing sector for more than two decades, particularly SMEs, and we are delighted that he is hosting this innovative programme brought to you by MTDCNC. The week’s show features PLUS Automation’s Mark Weymouth as he interviews Iain McCallister.

MACH 2026: The countdown has begun!
The UK’s premier manufacturing event is nearly here. Why does it matter? “They’re showing kit that’s never been shown before in the UK.” Organised by the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA), MACH brings together the latest machine tools, automation technologies, and tooling innovations under one roof. With live machinery, specialist knowledge hubs, and thousands of visitors expected, it’s a chance for engineers, buyers, and students to explore the future of manufacturing in one place. Learn more in this special episode of the MTDCNC Podcast with our very own Joe Reynolds and MTA’s James Fudge.

SME Focus Episode 266: Enginuity365
SME Focus is the programme showcasing our brilliant SMEs. For manufacturers, by manufacturers. The weekly show was founded by Chris Greenough. Chris has championed the British manufacturing sector for more than two decades, particularly SMEs, and we are delighted that he is hosting this innovative programme brought to you by MTDCNC. The week’s show features PLUS Automation’s Mark Weymouth as he interviews Fiona McGarry, Maia Rowe-Sampson & Tabby Hanlon-Scott.
Is gear finishing about to change again?
“Their brand-new skive finishing process is shaking up the global gear industry…” Liebherr’s latest innovations are doing exactly that – from Skive Finishing to dresser-independent profile technology and Flex Chamfer. In this MTDCNC podcast, Scott Yoders of Liebherr explains how these technologies are helping manufacturers achieve greater flexibility, faster changeovers, and improved productivity in modern gear production.

SME Focus Episode 265: Russell Eyon – Breakwell’s Coatings & Paints and ARX Apparel and PPE
SME Focus is the programme showcasing our brilliant SMEs. For manufacturers, by manufacturers. The weekly show was founded by Chris Greenough. Chris has championed the British manufacturing sector for more than two decades, particularly SMEs, and we are delighted that he is hosting this innovative programme brought to you by MTDCNC. The week’s show features PLUS Automation’s Mark Weymouth as he interviews Russell Eyon.
Have you seen their transformation in just two years?
When MTDCNC’s Tom Skubala last visited Brown & Holmes (Derby) Ltd, there were four people on the shop floor. Today? Nineteen and growing fast. With in-house PCB capability, vertical storage, expanded build space and major investment backing, they’ve evolved into a safety-critical electronics partner for aerospace, naval and defence. Now they’re developing their own counter-UAV technology. Tune in to hear Mike share how smart investment, tighter control, and bold thinking are accelerating their next chapter.




























































