As defence investment continues to grow across the UK and Europe, many engineering and manufacturing businesses are exploring opportunities to diversify into the defence sector. For machine shops, precision engineering companies, fabrication specialists and advanced manufacturers, the opportunity is significant - but so is the competition. Winning defence work isn't simply about having spare production [...]
SMART Manufacturing 2026 brought together manufacturers, engineers and technology providers from across the UK, providing a valuable opportunity to discuss the challenges, opportunities and priorities shaping the industry today. While conversations varied across sectors ranging from food production and packaging through to aerospace and advanced engineering, several common themes emerged throughout the event. What was [...]
For many manufacturers, one of the biggest barriers to keeping production moving isn't machining capacity, material availability, or even labour shortages. It's missing information. A component fails unexpectedly, but the original CAD model can't be found. A legacy assembly requires modification, yet the available drawings no longer reflect what is actually installed. A replacement part [...]
As manufacturing becomes more data-driven, the ability to quickly capture accurate 3D data from real-world objects is becoming increasingly important. At MACH 2026, we'll be demonstrating how advanced 3D scanning from Artec 3D is helping engineers accelerate workflows across reverse engineering, inspection, and product development. With Artec specialists joining us on the stand, visitors will [...]
The Hidden Cost of Missing CAD Data In-house 3D scanning is becoming a critical capability for manufacturers looking to reduce downtime and regain control of legacy parts. When a component fails and no CAD file exists, production slows, engineers react, and outsourcing delays begin to stack up. In many manufacturing businesses, the biggest bottleneck isn’t [...]
In-house 3D scanning is becoming a core capability for manufacturers looking to reduce downtime, accelerate reverse engineering, and regain control of legacy parts. But beyond the concept, what does in-house 3D scanning actually look like inside a real engineering environment? Modern manufacturing runs on digital data. Yet in many facilities, critical parts still exist only [...]
The automotive industry is evolving faster than ever. Whether improving product performance, reducing lead times, solving supply-chain challenges, or acceleating R&D, digital workflows are now central to staying competitive. At the heart of this shift are two enabling technologies: high-resolution 3D scanning and industrial additive manfuacturing. Together they close the loop between physical and digital, [...]
Broaden Scanner Applications Beyond Just Printing When most people think about 3D scanners, they imagine capturing an object to 3D print a replica. While that's certainly one application, it barely scratches the surface of what industrial-grade scanning can do. In reality, high-precision 3D scanning has become a critical tool in modern manufacturing, especially in reverse [...]
